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Concern over sale of model school RACHEL D’ARCY

FORMER pupils of a disused school in Glasnevin are concerned that the building - which is over 150 years old – may be demolished after it was put up for sale.

The former model school on Church Avenue will be up for auction on November 6th, where the description lists the building

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as a ‘magnificent opportunity for redevelopment’ and that it’s in a ‘prime residential and commercial location’. It is currently owned by the Office of Public Works (OPW).

It was originally opened in 1847, with a large number of Glasnevin locals attending primary school in the building throughout the years.

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A former now retired barrister from Kimmage who uses an ancient medium made from milk to paint with will exhibit his work at Art Source at the RDS. David Goldberg has used his retirement to concen-

trate on his flourishing talent and passion for art and has become the only artist in the Republic to use casein, an ancient medium made from milk to paint.

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LOCAL LANDMARK IS OVER 150 YEARS OLD

Concern over sale of model school FROM PAGE 1

It was one of the first schools built after Catholic Emancipation as part of the ‘model system’ which later collapsed.

The building remained in use as a national school, and a number of locals from the area spent their primary school years in the building. It has been known as a number of names, including Sacred Heart National School.

Most recently the building housed the Glasnevin Educate Together National School until January 2017, before they moved to a purpose-built school on Griffith Avenue.

The entirety of the site measures at over 16 hectares and is bordered by Bon Secours Hospital, and is adjacent to Met Eireann HQ.

The school building in Glasnevin.

Former pupil of the school, James Heron, said that local residents and past pupils of the Educate Together national school housed in the building have said they believe the school building should be reopened for new students.

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Gazette: “It was one of the first model schools, b u i l t c i rca 1 8 5 0 we believe. Remarkably, it is not on the list of protected structures, though I feel it should be.

“I really do think it’s insane that this building – a famine school from the 19th century – is not a protected building. It’s something that a lot of people around Glasnevin hold dear, I think.

“At a time when schools are being closed for structural defects, it just seems bizarre that they’re selling off a perfectly good school building that might be demolished.”

Under the Dublin City Development Plan 20162022, the Church Avenue site has been zoned as Z1, meaning its purpose is ‘to protect, provide and

improve residential amenities’.

In a statement to Dublin Gazette, the OPW said that the old school building is being sold as it is ‘surplus to requirement’.

A spokesperson said: “The property was evaluated in line with the Office of Public Works disposals policy (attached) and there was no alternative State use identified, including the education sector, Dublin City Council and the HSE. “As such the property was deemed surplus to requirements and a decision was taken to place the property on the open market.

“The future use of the property will be determined by the new owner and the planning process.”

FASTNews Dublin man was storing cannabis in wheelie bins A DUBLIN man caught in possession of almost €200k of drugs was storing cannabis in wheelie bins and cocaine in his kitchen, a court heard.

Michael Fulton (59) of Belmont Park, Raheny, Dublin, pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to possession for sale or supply of €195,347 worth of cannabis and cocaine at his home.

Judge Sinéad Ní Chúlacháin sentenced him to five years imprisonment with the final two years suspended provided he be of good behavior upon release, that he remain drug free and that he engage with the Probation Service.

The court heard that on March 16, 2016 at North Strand Road, Dublin, Fulton was driving a taxi cab and was stopped by gardaí on suspicion that he was driving while under the influence of an intoxicating substance.

During a subsequent search of his house he told gardaí that he was storing cannabis herb and resin in wheelie bins and that there was cocaine in his kitchen. He told gardaí that he began taking cannabis to assist with back pain and had agreed to store the drugs in his house to pay off a debt. He declined to name the person who he was in debt to and said he was in fear of them.

Fulton also admitted to transporting the drugs and to storing a more than €11,000 for the same unnamed person. He has no previous convictions.

Convicted sex offender to be sentenced next year A CONVICTED Dublin sex offender who was jailed for groping two teenage concert-goers on a Luas will be sentenced next year for acts of gross indecency with a mentally impaired male.

John Daly (58) served a partially suspended four year sentence for sexually assaulting two teenage girls on their way to a Rihanna concert by Luas in 2011.

He received a six year sentence from the Court of Criminal Appeal in 2000 for other sexual crimes, including indecent assault, aggravated sexual assault and rape. Dublin Circuit Criminal Court heard these dated from the 1980s and 1990s and involved females.

Daly, with addresses at Cabra Park, Phibsboro and Leinster Road, Rathmines, pleaded guilty to five acts of gross indecency with a mentally impaired person on unknown dates between 2016 and 2017.

Garda Niall Freaney said the complainant later revealed that Daly had threat-

ened to kill him on one occasion and to burn him to death on another, if he didn’t comply with the acts.

Gda Freaney told Lisa Dempsey BL, prosecuting, that Daly was later arrested for the offences and claimed during interview that the behaviour had been consensual. The garda agreed with Luigi Rea BL, defending, that Daly’s guilty plea was valuable to the investigation.

Mr Rea submitted to Judge Melanie Greally that his client had an intellectual disability himself, which was not picked up by people coming in contact with him. He said Daly does make efforts to deal with his demons.

Judge Greally imposed an 18 month sentence for one of the latest charges and remanded Daly in custody until next year, when she will deal with the remaining four counts on the indictment.

She said an aggravating aspect of the case was that Daly had a “significant and concerning record of misconduct of a sexual nature”.

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CARER: NICOLA WAS THE SOLE CARER FOR HER HUSBAND ROBERT

Harold’s Cross woman named Carer of the Year RACHEL D’ARCY

Nicola Burke

A WOMAN from Harold’s Cross has been named as South Dublin CarePlus Carer of the Year for 2018, after caring for her husband for almost a decade.

Nicola Burke was the sole carer for her husband Robert, who was terminally ill with cancer and liver disease, and was also a diabetic. He was bed bound for the last year and a half of his life and required a high level of care.

She received home help for an hour a day, 30 minutes in the morning and 30

minutes in the evening. The couple never received respite in the seven years that Robert required care.

When Robert was admitted to hospital, Nicola visited him every day for six hours to make sure that his needs were met.

Recently, Robert sadly passed away.

According to the Central Statistics Office Irish Health Survey, Family Carers across Ireland save the state a staggering €10 billion each year. Today 1 in 10 people provide care for a loved one in the home.

Each year Family Carers Ireland recognise Carers for their remarkable hard work

and dedication in caring for their loved ones through these national awards.

Catherine Cox, head of communications and carer engagement at Family Carers Ireland said: “We are delighted to recognise and celebrate Carers in every county of Ireland for their trojan work as Family Carers.

“A huge congratulations to Nicola who is now the South Dublin CarePlus Carer of the Year 2018.

“Family Carers across Ireland make extraordinary sacrifices and work very hard, sometimes 24 hours a day, to provide

care for their loved ones, safely, in their own homes. With limited access to services and particularly respite, carers are over stretched and receive little acknowledgement for their unpaid work with three quarters receiving no payment from the State.”

Niamh Lynch, Commercial Director of CarePlus Pharmacy said: “Carers are the heart of every community and our pharmacy owners and staff meet them every day. We are enjoying working closely with Family Carers Ireland and supporting the awards.”

Glasnevin girl in new science books RACHEL D’ARCY

A YOUNG girl from Glasnevin will play a starring role in a new series of science books that she has helped to design.

Lauren Boyd Smith (10) is one of the nine members of an influential young people’s group, The Wonder Panel, who have been working on the Science Apprentice books for the past five months.

The young student, who attends Scoil Chaitriona, joined the Wonder Panel in April this year, after she was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes.

Lauren joined Panel in a bid to help to highlight the importance of medical devices, particularly those that can help people like her manage their diabetes. Lauren’s mum is part of the team who created the Science Apprentice books.

Having type 1 diabetes, Lauren is incredibly enthusiastic about the way her state-of-theart sensor and scanner allows her to avoid the need for regular prick tests to measure her blood glucose levels.

Lauren said: “I was excited to take part in the Wonder Panel, and especially the Superbodies book, because I use

technology as part of my body. “ I h av e a s e n s o r attached to my arm and I use it to scan my blood glucose levels.

“I’ve had the sensor for six months now, so it’s still new to me. My friends all think I’m a cyborg, which is pretty cool.”

The Wonder Panel enlisted six new panellists to take part following a nationwide campaign earlier this year by UCD, looking for ‘stretchy thinkers’.

The lucky children selected have worked closely with the Science Apprentice team to form the questions and answers that appear in the four books, and that make the books invaluable to Irish schoolchildren. The impressive panel even get to appear in the books themselves.

The Science Apprentice books will aim to encourage children – as well as adults - to explore sc i e n ce, te c h n o l o g y, engineering and mathematics that all exist in the world around us.

Throughout the new four-part series, readers will follow the two main characters, Izzy and Phil, as well as the wonder panellists on an interactive journey exploring the human body, our

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Lauren Boyd Smith from Glasnevin

I was excited to take part in the Wonder Panel, and especially the Superbodies book, because I use technology as part of my body. environment, how things are made and why everything is not always as it seems.

Written by science journalist and writer Dr Claire O’Connell, the books intend to open

children’s minds to a world of potential careers in STEM. The books are produced by University College Dublin and supported by the Science Foundation Ireland Dis-

cover Programme and the Environmental Protection Agency.

The books all contain Augmented Reality elements that have been created by the team at the Virtual Reality Lab

in UCD. The Science Apprentice books are available to order for schools and are free to collect with the Irish Independent in SuperValu stores every Saturday in November.

FASTNews

Lunch for Jack and Jill Foundation FOR One Lunch Only, you have the chance to join comedian Dara O’Briain at an event in aid of the Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation.

The foundation provides direct funding to families of children up to the age of five who suffer severe intellectual and physical developmental delay, enabling them to purchase home respite care.

The special comedy lunch will be taking place on Thursday November 22nd, in the Marker Hotel, Grand Canal Square, Docklands, Dublin 2.

The lunch is set to get started at 1pm, beginning with a drinks reception, followed by a delectable lunch in addition to entertainment, provided by renowned comedian Dara O Briain.

Proceeds from this exclusive lunch will go directly to the Jack & Jill Foundation to fund home nursing care and respite for the 350 sick children under the charity’s wing today.

Ticket are priced at €80 including lunch and drinks, and are selling fast! They are available from jackandjill.ie, and by calling Jack & Jill directly on 045894538.

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FASTNews

Dublin artist meets his football hero A DUBLIN artist got the opportunity to meet one of his sporting heroes to present a painting he did of him.

Andre Mooney (30) has become very popular in painting portraits of well-known faces and meeting them for signings.

He has already met the likes of Johnny Sexton, Gerry Adams, Denis Irwin, Dublin GAA players and Mo Salah.

He was invited to meet Paul Scholes in Bray recently and told Dublin Gazette it was “great to meet him.”

“When he got out of the car he saw the painting and he said ‘well I know who that is’ with a big smile.

“He loved the painting. I’ve met a few celebs now, but this was my favourite because Scholes was my idol growing up as a kid, I was big United fan.”

EXHIBIT: ARTIST USES THE OLDEST PAINTING MEDIUM Rock says ticket touts can viagogo their own way A NORTH Dublin Fine Gael TD is urging the government to act ‘faster’ on touting as a number of high profile Summer gigs sold out in seconds.

TD Noel Rock has made the calls on touting after Fleetwood Mac tickets sold out immediately and are for sale online for up to €700.

Tickets for Pink also sold out in seconds and are available on resale sites for upwards of €500.

Deputy Rock said: “Ticketless fans have been left bitterly disappointed after touts snapped up hundreds of tickets today for next June’s much anticipated concerts.

“These tickets, predictably, immediately flooded secondary markets for prices up to €700 within hours. Viagogo are the main facilitators of this gouging of fans online, with tickets going for up to €697 a ticket for this concert already.

‘Yellow Field, Ticknock’ and inset: Artist David Goldberg

Kimmage man exhibiting work at RDS this November RACHEL D’ARCY

A FORMER, now retired barrister from Kimmage who uses an ancient medium made from milk to paint with, will exhibit his work at Art Source at the RDS. David Goldberg has used his retirement to concentrate on his flourishing talent and passion for art and has become the only artist in the Republic to use casein, an ancient medium made from milk to paint.

The use of casein is said to date all the way back to pre-historic times, in which artists used milk in their cave-painting

mediums. In some cases, it’s even suspected that human milk may have been used.

David said: “It is the world’s oldest [painting] medium but very few use it any more as it’s very hard to work with.”

Speaking about what inspired him to start working with the oldfashioned medium, David said: “Sometimes you get a whim and I went with it and started working with Casein and I just loved the quality of the results on landscapes and still life.

“It’s difficult to use and to control as it dries almost instantly but the results are beautiful.”

Irish art lovers will have the chance to get their hands on 100 pieces of original artwork for €100 – as well as unique works

by Andy Warhol – at the RDS’ Art Source.

Over 15,000 people are expected to view exhibits from artists across all genres at the event, which features over 175 contemporary artists and galleries.

Among the artists featured at Art Source alongside David is Pop Art sensation Cavanagh Foyle, an aviation lawyer known for her provocative and colourful mixed media paintings.

Gormley’s Fine Art will

be featuring a rare iconic collection of Ingrid Bergman prints by Andy Warhol as part of a US Pop Art exhibition at the show, which also features Roy Lichtenstein, Tom Wesselmann, Robert Indiana and Jean Michelle Basqiat.

The show will feature a decade of live music display from renowned music photographer, Dubliner Ruth Medjber, who has just finished Arcade Fire’s European Tour and has been signed up to shoot Glastonbury for the BBC. Art Source will take place at the RDS, Dubl i n , f ro m Nove m b e r 9th to 11th.

Homelessness figures for September rise NEW figures from the Department of Housing have shown that there has been an increase in the number of people without homes in September, with numbers approaching 10,000.

September’s figures show that there are now 9,698 people homeless across Ireland.

The number of single adults currently homeless rose by 70 to mean that there are now 2,420 now without homes across Ireland.

Child homelessness has also increased, with 136 more children experiencing homelessness. There are now almost 4,000 homeless children in Ireland, with September’s figures standing at 2,829.

There has also been an increase in the level of individu-

als who are accessing emergency accommodation, with 171 people seeking an emergency bed last month.

Commenting on the figures, CEO of Depaul, Kerry Anthony, said: “The rise in single adults is concerning considering this cohort of homeless individuals find it most difficult to move on once they have entered homelessness. From our work with this group we know the reason for this is there currently is a severe lack of move-on options for single homeless people.

“It is also worrying to see the rise in the number of children experiencing homelessness. Considering we are now entering a time where children’s happiness will be to the forefront it is imperative that we do all we can to stop children and families entering homelessness.”

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APPEAL: HOME DESTROYED BY CATASTROPHIC FLOODING

Irish woman in Spain calls for help RACHEL D’ARCY

A RETIRED Dubliner living in Spain has had her home destroyed by catastrophic floods that have left her home absolutely devastated.

Trish McGough’s only possessions now are the clothes on her back, after her home was ruined in the floods that ravaged the area of Ronda, near

Malaga, in Spain on October 21st.

Areas of Spain suffered treacherous rainfall last weekend, leading to the Rio Guadalevin river behind Trish’s home bursting its banks.

Because of the house being so close to the river, the risk was considered too high for the Dublin woman to be able to ever insure her home.

Dubliner Trish, 60, said that the building that was destroyed by floods and mud is ‘not her home anymore’.

She said: “It’s terrible, I’ve lost everything. It’s a complete disaster. I can’t ever imagine it being habitable again because I can’t salvage anything. It’s not my home anymore.”

Trish has lived in the house for the last 14 years

Spooky happenings in Whitehall The students of Whitehall College of Further Education, St. Mobhi Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 9 hosted a Halloween ‘Spooktacular’ Charity event on Friday 26th October to support ‘Trick or Treat for Temple Street’ Hospital 2018. The event included scary music and ghoulish refreshments! Students arrived to the event in fancy dress and donned various outfits that showed their spooky alter egos!!! They took part in several events on the day including a table quiz and fancy dress competition. A raffle was held at the end of the event in aid of Temple Street hospital. All the prizes were donated courtesy of staff, students and local shops /businesses in the area. The ‘Spooktacular’ 2018 event was organised and hosted by the Student Council and the Financial and Legal Services Class (QQI Level 6). Whitehall College of Further Education hosts several charitable events each year. The most popular of these occasions is usually the Halloween event, which has been running for several years. Picture Conor McCabe Photography.

New tech companies helped

by Local Enterprise funding A NEW report released earlier this week has revealed that Dublin City’s local enterprise office has provided over €2.25million in funding for tech-sector businesses since 2014.

The report, which highlights the supports available for tech start-ups and entrepreneurs in the city, also detailed that 157 tech businesses received support from the Local Enterprise office since it was established in April 2014.

The support from the Local Enterprise Office has led to over 240 jobs being created in Dublin’s tech businesses. On average, they invested €610,771 each year for the past four years.

Dave Connolly, Business Advisor at Local Enterprise Office Dublin City, said: “We provide investment and other supports to start-ups and small businesses, with the tech sector accounting for onequarter of all our clients.

“This is the most active sector we work with. So far this year, 53 per cent of all funding we’ve approved has been for tech businesses. These range from med-

tech start-ups and data analytics firms to e-commerce platforms and lifestyle companies.

“Each year, we help in the region of 40 tech clients. So far this year, we’ve provided €340,000 in funding to 23 tech businesses.”

Pati Matsushita, Creative Director of usheru, which specialises in analytics for the film industry and received €40,000 in funding from Local Enterprise Office, said: “The support we received from Local Enterprise Office Dublin City was invaluable when we were setting up our business. usheru is now operating in both Dublin and London, and the funding we received was a big help in moving us beyond the start-up phase and into new markets.

“I would highly recommend anyone starting out in tech in Dublin to get in touch with the Local Enterprise Office and see what support is out there. In addition to funding, the networking, mentoring and business advice clinics offered by the Office are invaluable.”

ever since she retired to Spain and is attempting to continue her life as she awaits help from the local authority in Spain.

So far, they have only sent her a skip to begin clearing out her home, but as she slipped and hurt her wrist during the flooding, she’s unable to lift anything.

Trish said: “I’ve never seen anything like it.

Everything was flooded and covered in mud – I don’t know where to turn.”

Her neighbour’s home was also destroyed when the river burst it’s banks.

A local newspaper in Spain, the Olive Press, have now set up a GoFundMe to try and raise the money to

Trish McGough

get Trish back on her feet.

Currently, she has no basic essentials, clothes or furniture – or even a home.

To donate to Trish’s fund

to help her rebuild her home, visit the GoFundMe page at gofundme.com/ u7f3kz-help-trish-getback-on-her-feet.

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Megan Landers and Niamh McElwee

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Scoil Chiarain bake sale

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coil Chiarain in Glasnevin held a fundraising bake sale last Wednesday as they continue to fundraise for a sensory room in the North Dublin school. Parents have so far raised over €10,000 toward building the much-needed space.

Richard Keatley, Lisa Cannon and Mick Cannon. Pictures: Brian McEvoy

Julie McNamara and Jenny Finlay

Derick Hartigan

Natalie Lough and Ronan Hubbard

Preview screening of Halloween at the Odeon Cinema Gill Madden and Orla Kelly

Lisa Cannon

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IEWERS and fans of were treated to a preview screening of spooky new release Halloween at the Odeon Cinema in Point Square to celebrate the third season of the Lisa Cannon show.

Jessica McKeever and Cayleigh Henegan

Julie McNamara and Jenny Finlay

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TOP AWARD FOR UCD WOMAN

NovaUCD wins award The founder of a company headquartered at UCD’s centre for new ventures and entreprenures, NovaUCD, has won the 2018 Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year award.

Dr Elaine Sullivan, cofounder and CEO of Carrick Therapeutics, was named winner of the 2018 EY Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the 21st annual awards ceremony held in Dublin.

Carrick Therapeutics was established in 2016, aiming to become Europe’s leading oncology company.

It marries world-class cancer researchers and drug development experts, and is backed by some of the most eminent scientific investors.

Dr Sullivan said: “I am delighted to have won the Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year Award. It was a privilege to take part in the EY Awards programme and the award is a great recog-

nition of the hard work of the whole Carrick team.”

Tom Flanagan, Director of Enterprise and Com-

Dr. Elaine Sullivan

mercialisation, UCD said, “I would like to take this opportunity of congratulating Dr Elaine Sullivan on winning the prestigious Emerging Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Elaine is a highly valued member of our community of entrepreneurs who chose to spin-in her company to UCD and

locate at NovaUCD and winning this Award is truly well deserved.”

“I would like to wish Elaine and her team continued success as they develop first-in-class treatments to target aggressive forms of cancer.”

Kevin McLoughlin, Partner Lead for the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Ireland said: “We are delighted to be celebrating the 21st year of the programme in Ireland. Over that time, we have seen a huge diversity in terms of the participants and the companies they are representing.

“Elaine Sullivan and her team at Carrick Therapeutics are doing truly life altering work. They have set out to make a real difference to people’s lives and I look forward to seeing what they can achieve. All the finalists, their families and their employees can be proud of their achievement.”

Sandford Park School open biodome A SCHOOL in Ranelagh have recently opened a biodome on their grounds, signalling a brand new scientific advancement within their school.

Sandford Park School officially opened their newly built Biodome in late October, with a past pupil of the school - and eminent Professor of Genetics at the Smurfit Institute - Professor David McConnell hosted as the guest of honour at the launch.

The Biodome was funded by the late Dr. Arthur Carr Donnelly, a past pupil of the school.

The structure is the first school Biodome of its kind built in Ireland and will aid studies in Science and geography, with elements of the dome and its contents even set to help aid in maths for students.

The dome is solar powered and works using hydroponics, which is a method of growing plants without soil by using mineral nutrient solutions in a water solvent.

The biodome is also set to provide produce for the school kitchen, which in turn will teach the students at Sanford Park all about healthy eating, sustainability and renewable energy.

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MOVING : PUPILS TRIBUTE TO THOSE KILLED DURING HOLOCAUST

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From digging for forgotten gems on vinyl to partying with the dead to marvelling at cartoons RATHMINES RECORD FAIR THE Rathmines Record Fair will return to the Bowery with a whopper selection of vinyl and delicious CD treats for all music aficionados.

Being held in the Bowery on November 4th, it promises to have a wide selection of music with genres for all kinds of music lovers.

There’ll be a special nod to U2 on the day as they’ll be in town for their 3Arena gigs, with many dealers at the fair expected to have rare and collectible U2 items in stock.

Entry to the record fair is free, with a host more information available from irishrecordfairs.com.

DIA DE MUERTOS TRAMLINE on D’Olier Street will be holding a huge celebration to honour the Day of The Dead on November 2nd.

For those looking to respectfully celebrate in true Mexican style, there will be a whole host of events on in celebration, including a host of traditional Mexican food, offers on tequila and micheladas, live Mexican pop and rock music and a Mexican art exhibition.

There will also be a Mexican dance hall at the Dublin 2 venue, playing much loved traditional sounds from the country.

A Dia De Muertos ‘alter decoration’ contest will also be held on the day, with the winner being chosen by the audience, paying homage to one of the biggest and best traditions that comes with the Mexican holiday.

For more information, search ‘Dia De Muertos Dublin’ on Facebook.

ANIMATION FAIR THE ARK on Eustace Street is welcoming back the family friendly Animation Art Show this weekend.

Running from October 27th until November 4th, it’s a free exhibition and auction of artwork, it consists of pieces that have donated by animation professionals and students.

The proceeds of the event will go directly to a range of Irish children’s charities.

Now in it’s sixth year, since the first auction in 2012, the event has raised over €55,000 for charity.

If you see something that you like and you want to put in a bid, there will be an auction on Sunday November 4th from 2pm- 6pm as well.

Caryna Camerino speaks to students of Scoil Chiarain in Glasnevin

Third generation Holocaust survivor tells children, ‘we must never forget’ SYLVIA POWNALL

SCHOOL pupils paid a moving tribute last week to 1.5million Jewish children and their family members who were killed during the Holocaust.

Ambassadors and diplomats from six EU countries visited Scoil Chiarain in Glasnevin as the pupils planted a circle of yellow crocuses in a tribute to the yellow star which Jews were forced to wear by Nazis.

Among the visiting delegation was Caryna Camerino from Dublin 15 who described herself as “a third generation Holocaust survivor”.

Caryna, who runs a successful bakery in south Dublin, told the pupils the story of her grandfather Enzo Camerino, an Italian living in Rome who was sent to Auschwitz-Birkenau.

Enzo was rounded up

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with his parents and his extended family on the night of October 16, 1943 and deported to the concentration camp where most of his family were killed.

He and his brother escaped as prisoners

Enzo was rounded up with his parents and his extended family ... and deported to the concentration camp where most of his family were killed.

when being marched into a woods towards the end of the war. Enzo returned to Rome, married and eventually emigrated to Canada where he kept his Jewish heritage a secret – even from his children.

He broke his silence to give interviews for the Oscar-winning film Schindler’s List and went on to become a vocal campaigner to tell others what had happened to the Jews.

C a r y n a m ove d t o Dublin 15 years ago and shares her family’s experiences whenever she can.

Scoil Chiarain is a school for children with

learning disabilities and the students were told how people with disabilities were among the first victims of the Nazis.

The Crocus Project sees the Holocaust Education Trust provide yellow-flowering crocus bulbs for young people and school pupils aged 11 and over. The Irish initiative has grown from 6,000 participants in its first year to over 110,000 school children across 12 EU countries expected to participate this year.

The crocus blooms at the end of January around the time of Holocaust Memorial Day, on January 27.

Dublin city council blue bag scheme RESIDENTS across Dublin are taking part in the ‘Blue Bag’ scheme, which sees them cleaning up their local area with support from the council.

Dublin City Council supports almost 2,000 community clean up events throughout the city annually, by providing a range of clean up equipment including ‘blue bags’ to community groups.

These bags are distributed to residents associations and environmental groups in areas across the Dublin area so that they can play an active role in managing their local envi-

ronment and take pride in their locality.

These bags are primarily distributed to tidy towns and residents’ groups, who can actively make their locality look the best it can be through a group of dedicated volunteers or clean up days.

The City Council will then collect any litter, leaves or waste collected and can also provide additional support to groups taking part in these activities such as mechanical street cleaning of additional waste or debris, where parked cars have been moved temporarily to allow it.

Groups across the city who are involved in these clean-up activities are also being encouraged to take part in the annual Team Dublin Clean Up day.

It will take place on the same day as the Dublin Canals Day of Action and Dodder Action Day, bringing a huge number of volunteer groups throughout the city and on the rivers and canals of Dublin.

To get involved in local clean up efforts, or the clean up days, interested groups should contact their local area offices, or see www. dublincity.ie for details.

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PROTECTION: COMMUTERS SHOULD FEEL SAFE ON ALL JOURNEYS

FASTNews Designer sale For the seventh year in a row, an eagerly awaited designer sale is set to return to the RDS to raise money for St Michael’s House.

The ‘New To You’ designer fashion sale will take place on November 11th at the RDS concert hall, between 11am and 5pm.

The show is organised by a number of dedicated and devoted volunteers from St Michael’s House, a charity that provides services for people with intellectual disabilities.

To get a sneak peek at various other designer pieces up for grabs at this year show, head to ‘New to You’ Instagram for exclusive previews at instagram.com/newtoyoufashionsale.

Call for transport police after incidents increase RACHEL D’ARCY

THERE has been a call for dedicated transport police to be introduced, after the number of incidents on public transport has increased.

Fresh calls for the force have been issues as news emerged that An Garda Siochana had to deal with over 400 complaints of anti-social behaviour, predominately on trains, in addition to 43 assaults.

The Government is aiming to improve the experience of passengers with the move, and to ensure the safety of drivers and those on public transport.

Central Statistics Office figures detail that the amount of people opting for public transport is growing consistently as people leave their cars at home.

Labour spokesperson for Transport, Senator Kevin Humphreys said: "I am happy to hear that the Government are considering the establishment of a

dedicated policing unit for public transport. This has been recommended by the Railway Safety Advisory Committee and has been a longstanding issue for transport unions.

“I have raised this issue with the Ministers for Justice and Transport, as well in the Seanad over the last year. I have also written to the Minister for Transport last summer, asking him to give this proposal serious consideration.

Public funding boost for RIAM THE ROYAL Irish Academy of Music (RIAM) Ireland’s longest serving provider of classical music education was today granted €9 million in public funding from the Department Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and the Department of Education and Skills towards its forthcoming redevelopment. Pictured were Royal Irish Academy of Music students Cormac MacCanna (age 10) from Sutton, Yikai Zhao (age 8) from Drumcondra, Sarah Brazil (age 10) from Donnybrook and Charlotte Croke (age 11) from Mount Merrion at the RIAM’s Westland Row campus to celebrate the good news.

Molly Malone had a lump and nobody knew The finest woman in Dublin City became the focal point for a new cancer awareness campaign after a lump was placed on her breast to highlight the disease.

Molly Malone, whose statue is said to have the ‘most touched breasts in the world’, had a lump placed on her chest by cancer awareness charity, the Marie Keating Foundation, to see if anyone would notice it.

The lump was placed on the bronze statue last week as part of a new campaign, Take Notice, for Breast Cancer Awareness month.

The Marie Keating Foundation said that the statue is one of the most recognisable and photographed monuments in Ireland, but that the stunt went completely unnoticed by the general public taking pictures and touching the statue.

According to the foundation, the fact that the lump was completely unnoticed highlights that women need to be extra vigilant and thorough with their own breast examinations, so they don’t miss anything out of the ordinary.

"I am also of the opinion that any unit should be set up within An Garda Síochána, and not be farmed out to a private security firm. Private securities firms do not have the authority to detain people who commit violent or antisocial acts on board public transport.

"I am calling on the Minister for Justice and Transport to bring forward legislation before we hit peak customer journey numbers by next summer.”

Picture: Conor McCabe Photography

Dublin’s first ever start-up week RACHEL D’ARCY

DUBLIN’S first ever start up week is set to take place at the end of November, following in the footsteps of 57 other countries across the globe.

Running from the 19th until the 23rd of November, Techstars’ Startup Week is supported by Dublin City Council. Events will be held at different venues across the capital, with a range of speakers from the start up community expected to take part.

Events will take place at times that suit participants who are currently working but wish to learn how to start a business, with events taking place in early morning, lunch times and evenings.

Techstars Startup Week was created to inspire and strengthen entrepreneurial communities through a series of free networking events, keynotes, panel discussions and workshop sessions. Globally, Techstars Startup Weeks have hosted 100,000 participants in 2017.

Gene Murphy, co-organiser of Startup Week Dublin, said: “If you’ve been thinking about beginning a startup, want to jump into a high growth company or run your own company then Startup Week Dublin is designed for you as it showcases the people and places that can help you take that next best step.

Topics discussed will include subjects such as joining a tech startup, finding funding, how to build your team and how

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Last year saw a record number of startups created in Dublin

to promote diversity in a startup. Events will also include mentoring sessions with CEOs, investors and more.

Steven O’Gara, Senior Economic Development Officer with Dublin City Council said: “Last year saw a record number of startups created in Dublin with 22,354 new companies formed.

“Local Government is supporting this activity through initiatives such as

the Local Enterprise Office. Dublin City Council is proud to build on this activity by powering Startup Week Dublin and enabling increased entrepreneurial activity which is so critical to the regional and national Economy.”

Programme Director of Techstars Startup Week, Matthew Helt, said: “When I look at all the startup ecosystems across the globe, the entrepreneurial community in Dublin stands out as one of the top in terms of educating its participants about what it takes to create a thriving business.

“I’m incredibly excited that Techstars Startup Week will now be a part of that education process and will play a big role in bringing more people into the Dublin startup ecosystem.”

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Morgan and his Goal globe titled Disco Inferno. Pictures: Brian McEvoy Helen Steele and her Goal globe titled ‘Travelling’

Louise Pantony, Emma Walsh and Eva Byrne

Fay Ballard and Carol Graham

Public arts project launched at IFSC

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HE Irish charity GOAL launched its What on Earth public arts initiative at the CHQ Building in Dublin’s IFSC last week. The ‘What on Earth’ project is a unique public arts initiative that has seen top Irish artists from all corners of

Hetty Lawlor and her Goal Globe ‘The Butterfly Effect

the country paint or decorate 100 resin globe sculptures for GOAL. The globes are currently open to bidding at www.goalwhatonearth.ie, with bidding due to close in late November. All proceeds from the project will go towards GOAL’s work.

Elaine Mulier and Alanna Feeney

Mandy Williams and Julie O’Neill

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Katie Burns, Dana Burns, Holly Burns ,Jack Burns and Ciaran Burns. Pictures: Brian McEvoy

A fairytale opening for Shrek the Musical

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T was a big, bright beautiful world at the Bord Gais Theatre last week as Shrek The Musical held its opening night. Based on the story and characters from the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film, this hilarious and spectacular production turns the world of fairytales upside down in an all-singing, all-dancing, must-see musical comedy. Shrek the Musical is at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre until November 4.

Mona Doyle with Evan Doyle, Cormack Doyle and Patrick McEnroe Clint Drieberg and David Mitchell

Hotspots.ie Halloween party at Lillie’s Bordello

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ARAH Lou and Francesca Williams pictured at the annual Hotspots.ie Halloween party at Lillie’s Bordello. Picture: Patrick O’Leary

Mila Bailey and Eire Green

Michelle McGlynn and Stacy Groude

Emma Power and Katie Power

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LOVE YOUR DUBLIN: THE BREAKDOWN OF SOME OF THE LANDMARK’S CURRENT TOP EXHIBITS

JOURNEY THROUGH TIME AT TRINITY COLLEGE WITH MEDIEVAL MANUSCRIPTS AND MODERN SCIENCE EXHIBITIONS

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RINITY College is located in the heart of the Dublin City and home to the stunning Book of Kells.

Trinity is also Ireland’s highest ranked university. It is home to 17,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students across all the major disciplines in the arts and humanities, and in business, law, engineering, science, and health sciences.

For visitors, Authenticity Tours offers a combined ticket which incorporates discounts on the cost of a guided tour of Trinity College Dublin and the admission fee to the Book of Kells and Old Library Exhibition.

Lasting 35 minutes, the tour encompasses the four major squares of the College. It provides visitors with an insight into the more than four-hundred-year history of the College. All of the guides are knowledgeable and enthusiastic students of Trinity College Dublin.

AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT TRINITY COLLEGE

THE BOOK OF KELLS HIGHLIGHT: SEE THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS MEDIEVAL MANUSCRIPT THE Book of Kells Exhibition is a must-see on the itinerary of all visitors to Dublin and attracts over half a million visitors to the college each year.

The Book of Kells is Ireland’s greatest cultural treasure and the world’s most famous medieval manuscript. The 9th century book is a richly decorated copy of the four Gospels of the life of Jesus Christ.

Originally a single volume, it was rebound in four volumes in 1953 for conservation reasons. On display in Trinity since the 19th century, two volumes are normally on display, one opened at a major decorated page, the other at a text opening. It is accompanied by two pocket gospels. .

SCIENCE GALLERY HIGHLIGHT: UNIQUE EXHIBITIONS IN 2008, a forgotten corner of Trinity College Dublin was transformed into a living experiment called Science Gallery Dublin.

Internationally recognised as a leading cultural venue, Science Gallery Dublin presents contemporary art and science exhibitions alongside a cutting-edge programme of events including talks, workshops, music performances, food presentations and film screenings.

With three exhibition openings a year, the themes explored change regularly and vary widely from light to love and the end of the world to fakery.

THE LONG ROOM HIGHLIGHT: 1916 PROCLAMATION OF THE IRISH REPUBLIC THE main chamber of the Old Library is the Long Room.

At nearly 65 metres in length, it is filled with 200,000 of the Library’s oldest books and is one of the most impressive libraries in the world.

Other treasures in the Long Room include one of the few remaining copies of the 1916 Proclamation of the Irish Republic which was read outside the General Post Office on 24 April 1916 by Patrick Pearse at the start of the Easter Rising.

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Marathon efforts for others

OVER 20,000 runners took to the Fitzwilliam Square start line to participate in the 39th running of the SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon on Sunday, 28th October, making it the fifth largest marathon in Europe.

It was an Ethiopian double win, as Asefa Bekele and Mesera Dubiso won the men’s and women’s races respectively.

Bekele took home the men’s title with a winning time of 2:13:23, while Dubiso won in 2:33:48.

Lizzie Lee took third place overall but won the women’s Irish National Marathon title in an incredible time of 2:35:04.

Mick Clohisey took home the Athletics Ireland National Marathon title here in a time of 2:15:57.

Team Archie during the 2018 SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon. Picture: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

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FEATURES

JUNE RODGERS

30 years and counting for funny lady REBECCA RYAN

DUBLIN Gazette caught up with the hilarious Tallaght performer, June Rodgers, who is very excited to be celebrating 30 years in the biz.

“I can’t believe I’m heading into my 30th year in showbusiness.

“And obviously you wouldn’t think I’m heading into my 60th birthday year, with my youthful looks and the body of a 16-yearold.”

June said she got into show biz “by chance.”

“I didn’t go to dance schools or anything, they weren’t around then.

It was just by fluke I got involved in it all those years ago when John Player Tops was running.

“My mam and dad had a good sense of humour. We used to always go for Sunday drives. My sister Linda and I would be killing each other in the back seat and my parents used to sing away in the front seat probably to drown out the fighting. So, the singing probably came from there!”

Reflecting on career highlights, June said selling out a nationwide tour in 2014 was incredible. Joe Duffy also presented her with an award for being the first female comedian of character comic to sell out the Bord Gais Energy Theatre during the tour.

Although June was born and bred in Tallaght village, her family is from Rathfarnham and she is really looking forward to doing the new show

in Taylor’s Lane.

“I’m so excited about this year’s show, because I’ve been working all year on new funny characters and hilarious scripts, and old favourites like my nemesis, Jacinta O’Brien, Tom Jones – or more Tomo Jones, and Oliver Bond ‘The Spy Who Loafed Me’ will of course make their appearance.

“We have a cast of six singers and dancers. It’s a two-hour show of comedy, song and dance. We will have a Christmas theme, fully costumed and music from the 60s, 70s and 80s and I’ll be popping in and out with different characters.

“It’s a show for all ages. It’s not a pantomime it’s a family show. I don’t use language on stage. There’s inu-

Tallaght funny woman and national favourite June Rodgers

endo that mammy’s and daddy’s get.”

The evening and daytime shows take place from November 30th until December 31st. Tickets

for dinner and show are €55, show only €30 and New Year’s Eve Gala Night €65.

You can book tickets on 01 494 2311 or online at

www.junerodgers.eventbrite.com Special accommodation deals are also available at the nearby Clayton Hotel in Leopardstown.

Dublin honours female history makers 1918 was momentous in Irish history with many of the events of that year shaping the world we live in today.

November ‘18 brought an end to the First World War and was followed by a general election the following month in which women had the right to vote for the first time.

Dublin hosts two events this month to mark the centenary of partial women’s suffrage and honour the Irishwomen across the globe who struggled for their own professional recognition, and for justice and equality for others.

Opening first is a ‘pop-up women’s museum’ curated by the historian, Sinéad McCoole commemorating

Women in Politics and Public Life 1918-2018 and is on show in the Coach House, Dublin Castle from 1st November.

This exhibition looks at the key women who have contributed over the past 100 years to shaping the State.

It also looks at social and political issues which affected women by providing a time-line of the century, the feminisation of Irish history.

The other exhibition is ‘Blazing a Trail: Lives and Legacies of Irish Diaspora Women’ which runs at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum from 12th to 25th November.

It celebrates the lives and legacies of 21 pioneering

Dublin Castle will host a ‘Pop-Up Museum’

Irish diaspora women of the 19th and 20th centuries who blazed a trail in a wide range of fields and is a collaboration between EPIC, Herstory and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Dr Angela Byrne, DFAT Historian-in-Residence at EPIC and curator of ‘Blazing a Trail’, says: “This is the first time there has been an exhibition celebrating what Irish diaspora women have accomplished.

I’m delighted to be bringing these stories to an audience both in Ireland and to the global Irish community.

There’s a wider rediscovery and awareness of Irish women’s histories taking place right now which is very encouraging to see.”

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Award winning Artist and illustrator Roger O’Reilly and his wife Una ar pictured at the launch of his book “Lighthouses of Ireland by in the Irish Lights Building in Dun Laoghaire. Pictures: Michael Chester

Lighthouses of Ireland book launched in Dun Laoghaire

National Women’s Champion, Lizzie Lee, and Athletics Ireland National Champion, Mick Clohisey with race director Jim Aughney and Harry Gorman. Pictures: Ramsey Cardy, Sportsfile

Dublin City Marathon O

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ollins Press introduce The Lighthouses of Ireland book. It is the work of artist and illustrator Roger O’Reilly who grew up near the pilot lights marking the entrance to the Boyne Estuary in County Meath, while the light of Rockabill lighthouse off the Skerries coast illuminated the southeast horizon at night.

Gathered in this extraordinary collection of over 80 individual illustrations, each beloved landmark has a wealth of practical and insightful information. This Illustrated celebration of the lighthouses dotted along our shores will be treasured by landlubbers and mariners alike who finds comfort, intrigue and excitement in these beautiful structures.

Deri Flood and Patrica Reidy

ver 20,000 runners took to the Fitzwilliam Square start line to participate in the 39th running of the SSE Airtricity Dublin Marathon, making it the fifth largest marathon in

Europe.

The overall men’s winner was Asefa Bekele of Ethiopia and overall women’s winner was Mesera Dubiso of Ethiopia. The National Women’s Champion was Lizzie Lee of Leevale AC, and the Athletics Ireland National Men’s Champion was Mick Clohisey of Raheny Shamrock A.C.

The book is available in all good bookstores now or on www.irelandposters.ie and retails at €27.99 Winner Asefa Bekele.

Lizzie Lee crosses the line

Marguerite Doyle and Lorna Garden

Yvonne Shields (Chief Executive, Commissioners of Irish Lights)

Johnboy Smith

Sven Peemoeller and Jens-Peter Wrage

Joseph Sutton heads the pack at the race start

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Dublin Gazette have teamed up with the Ski Club of Ireland ahead of their Alpine Fest on November 10th and 11th to give one lucky family a ski lesson in the National Snowsports Centre in Kilternan, and a €25 voucher to Great Outdoors.

This prize will include tuition and lift use for two adults and two children, as well as ski and boot hire! To enter, simply email your answer to the following question, alongside your name and contact details, to competitions@dublingazette.com.

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IT’S SANTA CYCLE TIME IT’S that time of year again – a time for giving, a time for friends and family, and a time for cycling around the capital in your finest santa suit.

The Laurel’s Cycling crew will be hosting their Santa Cycle in aid of Crumlin Children’s Hospital on December 2nd, following on from the success of their event last year.

Starting in the iconic Phoenix Park at 5pm, the Santa cycle will move through the city centre past the children’s hospital in Crum-

lin, before finishing off in The Laurels Bar in Clondalkin. It’s an over 16’s event, with a cycle leaving Clondalkin at 3:30pm to head to the starting point in Phoenix Park.

As part of your €30 fee to take part, you’ll get a Santa suit and a set of lights to illuminate the night as you spread your festive cheer throughout the capital.

Tickets to take part are available now from Eventbrite, and any questions on the event can be sent to laurelscyclecrew@ gmail.com.

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SOME OF THE LATEST EVENTS TAKING PLACE IN DUBLIN

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The Beauty Queen comes to Dalkey DALKEY Players present Martin McDonagh’s award winning play The Beauty Queen of Leenane from Tuesday 13th to Friday 16th November at 8pm in Dalkey Town Hall.

Mag Folan lives with her daughter Maureen on a hillside near Leenane in west Connemara.

Maureen is lonely and trapped by her manipulative mother. Their only visitors are neighbours Ray Dooley and his brother Pato who has emigrated to London.

When Mag interferes with Maureen’s

first, and perhaps only, chance of romance and happiness, a chain of horrific and tragically funny events is set in motion.

The Beauty Queen of Leenane, directed

by Aileen Byrne, is a pitch-black tale of love and leaving, desire and despair, reality and

imagination.

Join Dalkey Players for this terrifying and hilarious roller coaster ride in what promises to be a great evening of theatre.

Tickets are available via phone on 0879919261 or via email at booking@dalkeyplayers.ie

One Act Drama Festival returns to Mill Theatre THE Dundrum One Act Drama Festival returns to the dlr Mill Theatre, Dundrum, from Friday to Sunday, 2 to 4 November 2018.

The festival offers an opportunity to see nine plays produced by drama groups from around Ireland in one whirlwind weekend.

Each night will consist of three one act plays followed by an informative review by Festival Adjudicator Ciaran McCauley, a core member of the Blue Raincoat Theatre Company.

On the final night, Ciaran will have the challenging task of selecting the overall festival winners.

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There is a lot on the line as each of the drama groups will be aiming to qualify for the 2018 All Ireland One Act Finals Drama

AIMED at Ireland’s younger generations, Zeminar is a social enterprise created to bring all those invested in the development and well-being of young people in Ireland to one place.

Running from November 13th to 15th, and billed as a Wellbeing & Education movement for Generation Z, Zeminar caters for 15 to 20 year olds and their parents, teachers, mentors and coaches.

Since starting in 2016, it has grown to become the largest and most inclusive youth gathering seen in Ireland.

DUBLIN Gazette Newspapers has teamed up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for lost and abandoned dogs. Rocket is an energetic and full of life one year old male Belgian Shepherd who cannot wait to find a loving family. His name describes his personality- he is fast and fun. Rocket is extremely intelligent and learns new things so quickly which would make him a dream dog to train. He loves playing with his toys and also enjoys spending time with people. He is super friendly to everyone he meets!

Rocket would be an ideal dog for someone who has a previous experience with high energy dogs.

This handsome boy will blossom in the right environment and make some lucky owner very happy and proud!

If you have room in your heart and home for Rocket then please contact Dogs Trust on 01 879 1000. They are based in Finglas, just off exit 5 on the M50. Map and directions can be found on their website www.dogstrust.ie. You can also find them on Facebook www.facebook.com/dogstrustirelandonline or Twitter @DogsTrust_IE

Festival Final in Kilmuckridge, Co. Wexford.

Shows start at 8pm on Friday and Saturday night and 7pm on Sunday night.

When The Beatles came to Dublin ... ZEMINAR IS ABOUT INVESTING IN YOUTH

A ONE-DAY festival dedicated to one of the world’s bestloved rock and roll bands, The Beatles, will take place at The Workman’s Club on Saturday, November 3.

Starting at 2pm, there will be a short play on When The Beatles Came To Dublin on that fateful day in 1963, as told through the perspective of Catherine Hansard – the mother of Once’s Glen Hansard.

At 3pm, there will be a Beatles table quiz, with a host of excellent questions and even better prizes, with more information on the quiz available from dublinbeatlesfestival@gmail.com.

One of the world’s best Beatles tribute bands, Revolver. will play two special sets on the day, at 8pm and 9.45pm.

Tickets for the big gig cost €20 and are available now.

Tickets and more information on all events are available now from eventbrite.ie/o/dublin-beatles-festival.

DOG OF THE WEEK

Throughout the event there will be a number of workshops, influential speakers, essential resources and fun activities for all involved.

Zeminar say that attendees will leave the event with new knowledge to help them live happier, safer, and more fulfilling lives.

In addition, Zeminar Presents is a talks series hosted on both Facebook and YouTube, where messages from the speakers at the event will be made available for everyone to see.

Tickets are available now from zeminar.ie.

Get your gaming on THE Dublin Games Festival will be hosted at the RDS in late November, and promises to be an event that will bring a ‘new experience’ to gamers from across the country.

Running all day on November 24th, the festival is scheduled to feature esports, experiences, a marketplace, business and music - as well as the all important gaming aspect.

‘DGF’ is the sister event to the ever-popular Dublin Games Summit and Dublin Games Week, so it promises to be a fantastic event for all.

Tickets for the event are priced from €20 for a day ticket, up to €125 for a ‘Super Combo Ticket’, available from dublingamesfestival.ie.

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THERE’LL BE A NEW EDUCATION DESTINATION NEXT YEAR

Student Union Officers from DIT, IT Blanchardstown and IT Tallaght celebrate the designation announcement of TU Dublin

Students ready for TU Dublin RACHEL D’ARCY

The new Grangegorman campus

An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar with Government ministers Richard Bruton, Paschal Donohoe and Mary Mitchell O’Connor with TU Dublin Staff

IRELAND is set to get its first Technological University in the new year, with three of the capital’s biggest Institutes of Technology joining forces.

In January 2019, Dublin Institute of Technology, Institute of Technology Blanchardstown and Institute of Technology Tallaght will become Ireland’s first Technological University, known as TU Dublin.

The Government passed the Technological Universities Bill earlier this year, finally making it possible for the three IT’s to come together as one university.

The amalgamation of the ITs will mean that TU

Dublin will be the largest third level institution in the country when it opens it’s doors in two months time.

The new university will have 28,500 students,

to an inclusive and open learning experience for its students.

There will be a number of pathways for the diverse range of students at TU Dublin, from apprentice-

“The place where

the arts, business, science, engineering and technology will converge

and will become the place where the arts, business, science, engineering and technology converge.

TU Dublin is both practice-based and researchinformed and will be home

ships to PhD. The three different Institutes of Technology will be hosting open days across November and December on their respective campuses, where they will pro-

vide more information on the upcoming university.

There will also be the chance to attend presentations on specific programmes, the opportunity to meet with current students and staff, and to get to explore three campuses.

During a student’s college life in TU Dublin, there will be a wide range of societies and sports clubs meaning students will have plenty of opportunities to enjoy a vibrant campus life.

The open days in IT Tallaght will take place on the 9th and 10th of November, in IT Blanchardstown on November 14th.

DIT Aungier Street will also host open days on November 30th and December 1st.

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GOINGOUTOUT

PICKWEEK OF THE

NOVEMBER 1 (THURSDAY) Slayer @ 3Arena, €50

SPIRIT

HAVING made some of the most brutally aggressive music ever created, being one of four bands that defined an entire musical genre and the band other heavy acts are measured against and aspire to… after nearly 37 years and having released 12 studio albums, aging heavy metallers take their farewll

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ADING photos star on the covers of Dublin rock band Fontaines D.C’s early singles, the images featuring a variety of street-famous Dubs of old. The story, we’re told, goes back to tales of local ‘characters’ passed down through generations in the west of Ireland.

When the band set up in one of Dublin’s most iconic districts, in the shadows of Guinness, they kept hearing similarly compelling stories of local ‘characters’, and the stand-outs became a core part of the band’s identity.

“We all lived in the Liberties together, and it became a big part of our lives. Both the people and the place. We’ve got so much love for it,” guitarist Carlos O’Connell tells us. “The Liberties got us really focused on authenticity, in particular in our vocals. So many Irish bands sounds Americanised.

Our band’s accent is just that: ours.”

“We’ve found that authenticity travels. People respect it, even if they don’t always 100% understand it.”

There are plenty who won’t immediately connect with the harsh, jarring backdrop to plenty of five-piece Fontaines

D.C tracks. They’re a wellconstructed affront: intense and pulsating, lyrically oblique and layered in a kind of tonal grit that makes the guitars scream and the speakers judder. The vocals are almost spoken, yet manage to twist and cut. Tracks like ‘Chequeless Reckless’, ‘Hurricane Laughter’ and pointed reference ‘Liberty Bell’ have got the band jetting around Europe, though a first album remains out of sight around the corner.

“It’s going to be as live as possible,” bassist Conor Deegan of the album they’re working towards. “It’s all written. We’ll take a few days preparing and then go through it as we set up on stage, or as near as possible.

We might get to it when we’re done touring.” There’s only a handful of touring off-days for the band between now and Christmas.

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“It’s funny that a year ago we were doing our first 2FM session and we were so excited,” Deegan recalls. “It’s become normal so quickly.

It feels great to have people coming to us, to have so much reach. The reception has been unreal, we’ve been on BBC6, Radio X, KEXP. You get caught up in the moment. We’ve had to try hard not to let days just pass by; to really appreciate it all.”

“We recently took over BBC 6Music, which was really surreal.” O’Connell says of the band’s finest off-stage moment to date. “It was so strange to do. We saw it as a chance to raise a flag for the Irish scene, so we played a lot of Irish stuff, Dublin stuff. It’s difficult to get a bit of success here. Sometimes we’re characterised as a bit of a backwater of the British scene.

Slayer @ 3Arena, €50 Max and Harvey @ The Academy, €23 One Horse Pony @ Whelan’s, €10 Martin Sexton @ Whelan’s, €28

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There’s so much good music here.”

“That said,” Deegan interjects, “we never wanted to be another Irish band only playing at home. Luckily, the characters we use in our songs seems to travel.”

“It’s like Ulysses, a little mythological,” he reflects on Fontaines D.C’s scatty but charistmatic take on the Liberties locals. “It’s the gravity of the ordinary, making people of central focus and importance.”

“We’re best friends, and we’re very used to the touring life now, which makes this a whole lot easier. We really love it. The album will be coming sometime in 2019, and then the touring will be heavy after that.”

That won’t be something new. “We’ve been hanging around a lot with (notoriously impressive live punk band) IDLES, O’Connell concludes.

“We keep turning up in the same place and find ourselves just hanging out. They’re like big brothers. I guess we’re learning from the best.”

Fontaines D.C return to The Liberties to support Shame at the Tivoli Theatre on November 21

Johnny Marr @ The National Stadium, sold out Bicep @ Olympia Theatre, €31 Yxng Bane @ The Academy, €15 Vulpynes @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €12 Many critics tip for the best punk band to come out of Dublin this decade, fast-rising Vulpynes clatter social issues over the head with their boisterous, articulate sound.

Bodies @ The Grand Social, €10

NOVEMBER 3 (SATURDAY) The Stylistics @ Olympia Theatre, €45 Stephanie Rainey @ Whelan’s, €16 Steo Wall @ Bello Bar, €12 No More Questions @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €8

NOVEMBER 4 (SUNDAY) The Decemberists @ Vicar Street, €37 Parallel Society @ The Workman’s Club, €10

NOVEMBER 5 (MONDAY) U2 @ The 3Arena, sold out Dublin’s most famous musical sons play a substantial gig that for them qualifies as small. If you’re lucky enough to be down for this one, expect a hit parade.

Sigrid @ Olympia Theatre, €26 Polica @ The Grand Social, €20

NOVEMBER 6 (TUESDAY) The Ruby Sessions @ Doyle’s, €6 U2 @ The 3Arena, sold out Anti Flag @ Cancer Bats @ Whelan’s, €20 Kacey Musgraves @ Olympia Theatre, €34 Dashboard Confessional @ The Academy, €32 Neko Case @ Vicar Street, €28

NOVEMBER 7 (WEDNESDAY) Blackberry Smoke @ The National Stadium, €29 Leon Bridges @ Olympia Theatre, €31 I Heart Joni @ Whelan’s, €15

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WHAT’S BIG IN MUSIC, CINEMA, TV AND BOOKS

ENTERTAINMENT

Dramady Atypical renewed for third series QUIKFLIX FLIX RACHEL D’ARCY

GROUNDBREAKING drama/ comedy Atypical has been renewed for a third season by Netflix.

The show revolves around a teenage boy living with autism, Sam, who is trying to find his way out in the world on his own with the help of his family and close friends.

Season two of the show saw Sam graduate from college, and whilst there’s no plotline for the third series of the show just yet, it looks like it may follow Sam as he heads off to college on his own.

The show has been remarked by many as an accurate portrayal

of life with autism, showcasing that those living on the spectrum can live a life just like anybody else.

Michelle Dean, who worked at the UCLA Center for Autism and Research and Treatment before was also brought into the pro-

duction to help guide an accurate depiction of autism spectrum disorder.

The series also takes a look at the issues that Sam’s family are struggling with, and how they intertwine with his developmen-

tal disorder.

Atypical has been praised for it’s view of Sam’s sister, Casey, and how she tries to handle her own teenage issues and sexuality whilst maintaining a constant presence of support for her brother.

Netflix have ordered 10 halfhour episodes for season three of the show, which will be written and executive produced by Robia Rashid.

The show’s cast features Kier Gilchrist as Sam, Brigette Lundy-Paine as Casey, Jennifer Jason Leigh as Sam and Casey’s mom Elsa and as a producer, and Michael Rapaport as Doug, Sam and Casey’s dad.

The Great British Bake Off final delivered some delicious treats, but some unsavoury points too

Bake Off final fell as flat as Ruby’s pitta breads RACHEL D’ARCY

KEEPING baking fans and the general public alike on their toes for the last two months, this year’s Great British Bake Off came to an end on Tuesday.

Hosts Noel Fielding and Sandi Toksvig delivered pun after pun, lightening the stressful tone of the show as the bakers battled their way to the title.

The final three - Rahul, Ruby and Kimjoy - were all put to their wits in some never before seen challenges, designed to put

their cunning as well as their bakery skills to the test.

Drama was plenty in the final, which you wouldn’t particularly expect from a woman who makes cakes of animals, a timid young man and a fitness enthusiast baking relentlessly.

Rahul suffered immensely as he created his showstopper, a glass jar exploding with the heat of the tent meaning he had to begin all over again in the final challenge.

Ruby found herself coming last in the technical

challenge, one that any cooking or baking afficionado would struggle with baking pitta bread over an open fire during one of Britain’s hottest summer days.

It was an unnecessary task, seemingly injected into the show for theatrics rather than a display of the finalists talents.

Kimjoy escaped relatively unscathed, though some may say that the talented decorator was robbed of her opportunity to snag the coveted winner’s cake stand.

A heartwarming reun-

ion of the other bakers alongside the family of the final three made for touching viewing, but this writer couldn’t help but think this final was predictable from weeks ago - including who the winner would be.

Rahul managed to bake his way to the top, despite his relentless self doubt since the beloved show began.

Some rejoiced in Rahul’s win whilst others claimed Kimjoy had been consistent weekly and deserved the title.

Regardless, despite a handful of weeks of minor to major tragedies, Rahul was named Britain’s best baker for 2018.

A wholesome montage at the end of the show caught up with the bakers and what they’re now up to after their time in the tent, and how they’ve all stayed in touch.

Overall, the final was a slight disappointment; it seemed more like a continuation of the rest of the series rather than a grand finale, with a winner who was average at best.

Streaming highlights on the way

Here’s what’s new to Netflix this November A NEW month means a whole new host of content coming to Netflix, from original shows to original movies and documentaries.

November will see the beginning of the streaming giant’s Christmas content making its way onto the platform.

Last year, Netflix’s ‘Christmas Prince’ became a global phenomenon, meaning that the odds on their holiday offerings being just as good this year are incredibly high. There’s even a sequel to ‘A Christmas Prince’ this year – ‘The Royal Wedding’, debuting on November 30th.

‘The Holiday Calendar’, premiering on November 2nd, tells the story of a talented photographer, who’s stuck in a dead-end job. She inherits an antique Advent calendar that may be predicting the future.

In ‘The Princess Switch’, out on November 16th, a down-to-earth Chicago baker and a soon-to-be princess discover they look like twins, and soon begin to hatch a Christmastime plan to trade places.

If Christmas is still months away in your mind – fear not, for there’s plenty of other options heading to Netflix this month. ‘The Kominsky Method’, starring Michael Douglas, looks at the life of a ‘briefly successful’ actor turned Hollywood acting coach.

Developed by Chuck Lorre – the same man behind the Big Bang Theory – it’s sure to be an enjoyable watch.

Netflix will also make their first foray into the docu-series world this month with ‘Westside’ on November 9th. The eight-episode series will focus on nine young, eager L.A-based musicians, with each episode focusing on their different creative processes and the trials and tribulations of pursuing their passions. It looks to be a cross between cult hit Glee and the likes of Laguna Beach and The Hills.

Outlaw King,starring Chris Pine, will also make it’s way onto the streamer on November 9th. The period drama follows Robert the Bruce’s battle to regain control after being made an outlaw by the King of England for taking the Scottish Crown.

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Property is essential viewing for families looking to locate to area HUNTERS Estate Agent are excited to present 66 Barclay Court in Blackrock, an excellently located semi-detached four bedroom property extending to 104sq.m/1,120sq.ft.

In turnkey condition, it benefits from elegant proportions and a superb orientation allowing for light filled accommodation.

Just minutes’ walk from all amenities of Blackrock, this special property is essential viewing for any family looking to locate to the area.

A spacious hallway with wood flooring greets you upon entering and to the left is a large light filled living room again with wood flooring.

The stunning fully fitted kitchen and dining room connect to the south-easterly facing rear garden through sliding doors.

On the first floor is a generous ensuite master bedroom, with built-in wardrobes, and three other double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Outside is a front garden with off-street

parking and pedestrian side access to the rear as and a shed for storage.

Barclay court is a quiet tree-lined culde-sac development located in the heart of Blackrock just off Temple Road.

Rockfield Park is immediately adjacent to the development and owners benefit from pedestrian access directly to it.

The property is also within walking distance of Blackrock and Monkstown Villages with all their amenities including boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops.

The area benefits from excellent transport links with the DART, City Centre bus routes (QBC), Aircoach and N11 all easily accessible.

For those with children the area is home to some of the Dublin’s best schools including Blackrock College, Willow Park, CBC Monkstown, St. Andrews and Sion Hill.

Contact Hunters Estate Agent at 01 6680008 or email citycentre@huntersestateagent.ie

Price €685,000

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PROPERTY AND INVESTMENTS Terrific value for money in Meath MAYDENHAYES, homes with stunning master bedrooms with walk in wardrobes and en-suites as standard, offers terrific value for money with 3 beds from only €295,000, 4 beds from only €325,000 and 5 beds from €368,000.

All homes include impressive fitted kitchen units with provision made for fridge freezer and dishwasher, generous electrical specification throughout the house and large fitted wardrobes in all bedrooms.

The master bedroom has an en-suite and a luxurious walk in wardrobe –a huge hit with many of our fashion conscious buyers!

Each home also features an innovative ‘Dimplex A-Class’ air sourced heat pump providing domestic hot water and heating efficiently and economically; the BER Ratings are all A3.

Floor areas range from 110m2 (1185ft2) to 114m2 (1229ft2) for the 3 bed houses and from 125m2 (1350ft2) up to 142m2 (1532ft2) for the 4 beds and 153.6m2 (1653 ft2) for the 5 beds. .

For those working in the capital, regular bus and rail services connect Drogheda with Dublin and excellent roads make commuting easy.

The M1 motorway and Northern corridor makes Dublin Airport, Swords and the City even easier and quicker to get to.

Maydenhayes is at the heart of the historic and architecturally

significant Boyne Valley Region wth sites such as Newgrange, Dowth and Mellifont Abbey all close by.

Full of life there are tons of interesting outlets when it comes to sports, recreation and leisure.

The village of Mornington is home to all kinds of shops, schools, churches, and sport and leisure activities.

The local national school is very highly regarded among families currently living in the area, and there are excellent secondary schools locally, including Drogheda Grammar school.

The stand out features of this development are its wonderful location and the outstanding value on offer.

Over 137 homes at Maydenhayes are already occupied, more are ready for immediate purchase and there will be further units coming on stream shortly.

Currently there is also a fully furnished 4 bed showhouse for sale ready to walk into and there are 4 newly styled showhouses open for viewing.

The showhomes are always available to view by private appointment and are on open view Saturdays and Sundays from 2.00pm – 4.00pm and on Wednesdays & Thursdays from 12 noon – 4.00pm.

To find out more please contact joint agents Knight Frank New Homes (01) 6342466 or Sherry Property Services (041) 9841149.

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THIS week, Jess Demicoli – a trainer (right) at Icon Health Club, Camden Street – says routines are great but sometimes it’s worth shaking things up and trying something new.

FROM MARATHONS to tough mudders, pilates to aerial yoga, there is just so many fitness choices available these days to choose from. But if you are looking at getting started the good news is that the trainers at Iconic Health Clubs advise keeping it simple.

They have put together a list of exercises that even the oldest and most out of shape of us can (and should) add to our workout repertoires.

WALKING Nothing quite beats a brisk walk. It is suitable for all ages and abilities.

Walking is a great exercise and helps to improve your heart health. Walking is the best exercise for sedentary individuals, especially adults, to reduce the risk of heart and cardiovascular disease and to help you lose weight. Many of our members use the treadmill to walk indoors (it’s not just for running) but if you’re not a member of gym, we recommend that you try and get as many steps into your day.

RUNNING If you want to take it up a notch, try breaking into a jog. Running in particular has health benefits that extend well beyond any pill a doctor could prescribe.

Studies have shown that running can help prevent obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, some cancers, and a host of other unpleasant conditions. What’s more, scientists have shown

that running also vastly improves the quality of your emotional and mental life. It even helps you live longer. If you are taking up running for the first time, a trainer can put together a programme for you to help build up your fitness.

Remember it’s not all about distance, when it comes to running.

SQUATS If you can do nothing else, try squats. They are a great exercise to help you stay fit as you get older. Babies can naturally squat but as we get older squats become more challenging and if this is the case, then you definitely need to start building up your squat

out your chest slightly by pulling your shoulder blades towards each other. Next bend your knees and squat down as if you were sitting into a chair. Keep your weight on your heels and keep your core tight.

PUSH-UPS Like squats, push-ups are another true whole body exercise. The pushup is often viewed as just for toning your arms but it also targets your upper body, core and your legs.

If you starting off use your knees or push-off against a wall while standing. When down on the ground, set your

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Nothing beats a brisk walk to keep you healthy and fill those lungs with fresh air

strength again. This one exercise really is a great for the whole body as it recruits your quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, calves, abdominals and back muscles.

Stand with your feet hip-width apart with your toes pointed slightly outward. Let your arms hang loosely by your side. Engage your core muscles and push

hands at a distance that is slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and imagine pushing the floor away from you.

SWIMMING Swimming is a great cardiovascular workout, but the water also provides for resistance training to strengthen the muscles, whilst also protecting the joints.

Icon Health Club, 1-4 Lower Camden Street, Dublin 2.

Telephone: 01 405 3777 www.iconhealthclub.ie

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FOOD & TRAVEL

Set sail with the latest deals from TUI IF cruising is on your radar for 2019 then you should check out the latest deal from TUI which is offering an extra €150 saving on Marella Cruises.

From next summer, all ships in the Marella Cruises fleet will be all inclusive meaning your booking covers return flights, all tips and service charges, all-inclusive onboard accommodation, 27kg luggage allowance, entertainment and coach transfers.

For Summer 2019, three ships from the Marella Cruises fleet are available from Ireland - Marella Discovery (sails from Corfu with flights from Dublin and Belfast); Marella Discovery 2 (sails from Palma with flights from Dublin, Belfast, Cork and Shannon); Marella Dream (sails from Palma with flights from Dublin, Belfast and Cork).

Top deal for May 2019 is seven nights from Dublin to Majorca on board the Marella Dream, inside deck from €1,022 per person.

Book at your local TUI store or call 1800 927 404.

Other deals closer to home includes Christmas at Dublin’s Radisson Blu Royal Hotel from €250 per person.

The price includes two nights’ stay from December 24, including Christmas dinner, breakfast in bed and a stocking full of chocolates and crackers (01 898-2900; radissonblu.com/hotel-dublin).

If it’s sunshine you’re after Cassidy Travel has a seven-night all inclusive package to Costa Teguise in Lanzarote from €559 per person next February 24.

Accommodation is at the 3-star El Trebol (01 626-5100; cassidytravel.ie).

El Trebol in Costa Teguise, Lanzarote

Eileen Gibbons from Leitrim Cycle Trails (left) and Leitrim Tourism Officer Sinead McDermott (right), pictured at Acres Lake in Drumshanbo

LIFE IN THE SLOW LANE | SLOWER MORE IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES

Leitrim leading the way in slow adventure tourism A NEW concept in tourism that encourages people to slow down and immerse themselves in their experience is growing across Europe.

Slow adventure tourism is all about replacing quick fix adventure hits with a gentle experience allowing you to learn about the local environment, food and wildlife whilst taking part in an activity.

County Leitrim is leading the way here in Ireland since it’s rich in rural locations and unspoiled landscapes – and is yet to be over-run by mass tourism.

Sinead McDermott of Leitrim Tourism explained: “Leitrim is the perfect fit for slow adventure tourism which is all about creating inspiring connections with the outdoors and gives people a chance to explore and engage with our county’s wild, open and naturally beautiful places.

“From sleeping under the stars in a stunning and un-spoilt loca-

tion, to foraging for wild mushrooms and garlic on a landscape walk, or relaxing with a yoga class ahead of a guided canoe trip, there are lots of amazing slow adventure activities and experiences on offer.”

Visitors who prefer life in the slow lane can opt for one of the day trips which include guided tours where visitors get local information on the flora and fauna, stories, folklore myths and legends.

Overnight packages include accommodation close to nature such as glamping, shepherd’s huts, eco and log cabins, while slow food is also an important part of the experience, using local ingredients from local producers.

Take to the water with a stand-up paddling with an expert guide who will help you to forage as you paddle along the water.

On arrival at Ireland’s only floating boardwalk your bicycles

will be waiting to take you on a one of Ard Nahoo’s award wincycle around the hills of Sliabh ning eco-cabins with a contian Iarainn with lunch on route nental breakfast using locally before returning to the Shed Dis- produced organic food. tillery in Drumshanbo to sample Dinner provided on both some Gunpowder Gin. nights by Edergole Kitchen Alternatively you can enjoy using ingredients grown in an early morning their own organic garden. cycle from Experience an Uisce Leitrim Hour and complete village relaxation in tranquil surroundto the ings.

Lough Guided walks Allen will take you to Advent u r e local sites. GraCentre ham from Advenw h e re ture Gently will you will guide you, by canoe, forage and foron the River Bonet est bathe in One of Ard Nahoo’s award w h e re yo u w i l l places people winning eco-cabins learn some bushwould not find craft skills along by themselves. the way before takLater learn some bushcraft ing some time out for yoga. skills around the fire in the Sounds like the perfect way wild landscapes around Lough to de-stress.

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For more information see Stay two nights, midweek, in www.slowadventure.ie.

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FOOD High-end Asian Cuisine on Dublin’s Anne Street REBECCA RYAN

Winner of Best Takeaway Ireland as well as Best Takeaway Dublin and Best Takeaway Pizza Stephen O’Brien owner of Firehouse Pizza,Ballymun, with Amanda Roche Kelly, Just Eat Group.

Picture: Naoise Culhane

HATTRICK FOR BALLYMUN RESTAURANT DUBLIN won big at this year’s Just Eat National Takeaway Awards.

The fifth annual awards were held on 16 October in Number 22 in Dublin and was presented by presenter Cassie Stokes and singer Jake Carter.

There were 22 categories this

year with the new additions of Best Takeaway Vegetarian and Best Takeaway Middle Eastern.

Dublin took home 13 of the 21 awards.

Firehouse Pizza, Ballymun took home the spoils on the night. The pizza restaurant won a hattrick

and was named the Best Takeaway Ireland as well as Best Takeaway Dublin and Best Takeaway Pizza.

The restaurant said: “We are in awe. Thank you to everyone for voting and to Just Eat for an unforgettable night.”

Irish exporters meet over Brexit IRISH exporters met recently in the RDS Dublin to plan post Brexit strategies at Enterprise Ireland’s International Markets Week.

A record 650 Irish exporters attend the event over three days.

More than 150 international Market Advisors from Enterprise Ireland’s 33 overseas offices were in Ireland to participate in over 2,100 meeting.

They advised Irish companies on global export opportunities and how to diversify into new markets

Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation Heather Humphreys talking exports at the RDS Dublin

in response to Brexit.

An Enterprise Ireland survey of companies attending International Markets Week showed more than four out of five

(84%) plan to diversify into new international markets, while almost one in three (32%) will continue to expand into the UK. Enterprise Ireland is ac-

tively encouraging client companies to enter and build exports in core Eurozone markets.

Speaking at International Markets Week, Heather Humphreys TD Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation said: “The Government, through Enterprise Ireland, is working to deliver a stronger, more diversified indigenous export sector with a larger presence in the Eurozone and other growth markets.

“There are great opportunities for international

ZOZIMUS on Dublin’s Anne’s Lane off Anne Street South has teamed up with Chef Jules Mak to present ‘Jules Mak @ Zozimus.’

It offers high-end Asian cuisine and will include exciting, extensive, innovative menus, with Dinner every evening from 5pm and Brunch from 12pm to 4pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Zozimus has also created a range of cocktails to complement the Asian flavours to add to its existing cocktails and spirits list of refined classics to experimental flavours.

Chef Jules Mak, a long-time friend of Zozimus owner Dery Desmond, has spent several months creating a bespoke menu for Zozimus, inspired by, but with a fresh take on, the offering of his successful Ranelagh restaurant ‘Mak at D6’.

Jules Mak said: “We’ve included some of our classic dishes from ‘Mak at D6’ but every dish has been influenced by the fresh setting of Zozimus.

“With Zozimus’ reputation for cock-

trade for ambitious Irish companies, and in that regard, I am allocating an additional €3m to Enterprise Ireland in 2019 to expand its global support

Jules Mak at Zozimus

tails, we took up the challenge to create new flavour combinations with modern twists on traditional flavours.

“Equal attention has been paid to the presentation, so that the food looks as beautifully stylish as the surroundings it’s served in.”

Brunch offers a choice of nine Dumplings & Bites, priced from €7 and seven Mains priced from €13.

Dinner includes fifteen starters from €7, a choice of eight different Dim Sum from €7, nine mains from €17 and a choice of sides.

services for Irish exporting companies.

“This will include an enhanced programme of trade visits and missions, inward buyer missions,

additional advisers on the ground and marketing campaigns around Irish capabilities, products and services in international markets.”

Dublin Food producer wins big DUBLIN based food producers Le Patissier, Kelkin Ireland and The Traditional Cheese Company scooped up awards at Blás na hÉireann 2018.

The event took place on October 6 in Dingle, Co Kerry and involved some of the fantastic food producers who are part of the Dunnes Stores Simply Better Collection.

The Bronze Award went to Mulhuddart company Le Patissier for their Simply Better Handmade Passion Fruit & Mango Mousse.

Ballymount based food producer Kel-

kin Ireland won Gold and Silver Awards for their Simply Better Fruit & Multi-Seed Muesli with Red Berries and their Simply Better Fruit & Nut Muesli respectively.

And the Traditional Cheese Company also received a Bronze Award for their Simply Better 30 Months Matured Vintage Cheddar.

Speaking after the awards, Diarmuid Murphy, Brand Manager for Dunnes Stores Simply Better Collection said: “The producer story is key to our brand, which is why the Blás na hÉireann Awards are so important to us.

“Not only do the awards celebrate the very best of Irish food and drink, they also recognise the passionate and creative food producers who are behind these great products.”

Pictured in Dingle. Co. Kerry at the Blás na hÉireann Awards 2018 with Diarmuid Murphy, Brand Manager, Dunnes Stores Simply Better, Robert Bullock from Mulhuddart Dublin winner of the Bronze award for his Mango & Passion Fruit Mousse Dessert for their Simply Better Le Patissier, which is available nationwide exclusively in Dunnes Stores.

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REIGNING Hula Hoop National cup champions Templeogue were knocked out of contention at the first hurdle after they suffered a 92-103 point loss to Garvey’s Tralee Warriors in front of a packed Oblates hall Saturday evening.

Paul Dick and Kieran Donaghy once again supplied solid performances for Tralee, but it was the slick shooting of Jordan Evans who racked up an impressive 31-points that saw the kingdom run out winners.

This will be Tralee’s first time to progress past the first round of the Pat Duffy Cup and they will next face UCC Demons.

It was one of a series of thrills, spills and upsets galore over the weekend as the opening round dished up some spectacular results across the board.

UCD Marian and Griffith College Swords Thunder booked their spots in the quarter-finals but it was the

Templeogue result in particular that caught the attention of basketball fans nationwide.

For Swords Thunder, they edged their way past the challenge of Maree 83-80 in their first round encounter.

They had trailed 48-40 at half-time but they fought back with Elijah Mays scoring 23 points with Isaac Westbrooks and Bobby Ahearn weighing in.

UCD Marian had 13-points to spare when they beat Moycullen 98-78.

Barry Drumm was the lead scorer with 23 points with Cathal Finn and Neil Baynes also chipping.

Meanwhile in the women’s Paudie O Connor National Cup on Sunday with Ambassador UCC Glanmire and Pyrobel Killester first to play in the Maradyke Arena.

The visitors started with a bang with Christa Reed proving to be a menace for Killester inside. Glanmire did just enough to hang around but found themselves trailing 44-46 at

Templeogue’s Lorcan Murphy takes on Tralee’s Fergal O’Sullivan. Picture: Eoin Noonan/Sportsfile

half time.

A huge final quarter from Annaliese Murphy and Imani Davis was just enough for Glanmire to take the lead.

Two big threes from Killester’s Tykyrah Williams brought it down to a one-point game but as the clock ran out their faith was sealed, Glanmire

took the win 73-72.

Elsewhere, in the President’s National Cup, DBS Eanna won 77-73 against Fr Mathews while Bad Bobs Tolka Rovers were 101-71 winners against LIT. Abbey Seals Dublin Lions bowed out to Scotts Lakers St Paul’s Killarney 92-78.

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BALLYMUN KICKHAMS

ONLY one place to start this week, and that is our superb Junior A team, who won the county championship last Saturday in O’Toole Park.

This is a team with a great mix of ages and talents, but with one guiding light, their manager Paul Leahy. Paul has them playing a terrific brand of football and this success will go down in the club folklore.

They beat a terrific Raheny team with the old adage, goals win games. Well done to Paul, his management team and all the hard working players, we hope you enjoyed that success. This bunch are a huge credit to our club and our historic jersey. Commiserations to Raheny, and well done on a very good season.

Sadly, our intermediates bowed out of the championship after losing by the smallest of margins in the replayed game with St. Vincents. No shame in the loss and again, huge credit to Dermot Leahy and his team of players and mentors on a very good season. Again, a great credit to our historic jersey. Hard luck lads. Congratulations to St. Vincents and good luck in the final. Player of the Match Katie Hard luck also to our junior B team, who were and also defeated in the championship semiMurray final by Captain Sarah three points to Skerries.

Murphy after Congratulations to our senior team who finished Clontarf’s LaIFC win.. out their league campaign in AFL1 withdies a victory Picture: GAApics. over St Brigids. com Congratulations also to Virgin Mary GNS on their great win in the Cumann Na mBunscoil final in Croke park last week, with lots on our members in their team, they were sure to succeed! Brilliant progress being made in all our local schools on field and off, reaffirming our commitment to all our schools as partners in promoting our games.

Congratulations to Ballyboden GAA club on their victory in Sunday’s senior Dublin hurling final replay.

DUBLIN MARATHON: SHAMROCK STAR THE FIRST IRISH HOME

Raheny’s Clohisey lays a big marker

Over 17,000 athletes took to the streets of the capital last Sunday for the annual race with over 1,000 volunteers and many more bottles of fluids on hand to hydrate one of the highlights of the athletics year  JAMES HENDICOTT

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MICK CLOHISEY laid down a serious marker in his first Dublin Marathon as the Raheny Shamrock’s athlete came in sixth overall around the city streets, having led in the early stages.

Clohisey could be seen striding out ahead of a pack of strong African runners in the early miles, opening up a small gap as the men headed past St Patrick’s and Christchurch Cathedral in the very early stages. He remained tight to the front headed through Phoenix Park 10kms in.

The Olympian fell away slightly but his time of 2.15.58 is the fast-

est by an Irish competitor at the event since 1991, a touch slower than his personal best of 2.14.55, in Seville earlier this year.

Clohisey has stepped up to the marathon successfully in recent years but missed the Dublin event due to focusing on the 2016 Rio Olympics and the World Championships in London in 2017.

“First time to run Dublin, the hometown, so I was really looking forward to this marathon,” he said.

“I got stuck in early on; it was quite a slow start but then eventually the lads started to pick it up after we left the park.

“I managed to reel off about six or seven lads from about 18 miles

on, so I just kept focusing ahead.

“I felt strong; one or two tough patches as always, but I enjoyed the atmosphere along the course.

“Some of the areas and crowds are just brilliant and you have in your head that it’s a nice finish so it gives you confidence. Really enjoyed it and happy to get the national title as well.”

Last year’s national champion, Gary O’Hanlon (Clonliffe Harriers AC) placed second in a personal best time of 2.17.11 with Sergiu Ciobanu (Clonliffe Harriers AC) placing third 2.17.28, completing a Dublin one-two-three in the men’s national championship.

Ethiopian Assefa Bekele was the first man across the line in a

CLONTARF THIS Saturday all roads, or at least the M2, lead to Donaghmore/Ashbourne GAA Club for the Leinster Intermediate Peil na mBan Championship Final.

Cluain Tarbh, sponsored

by Mason Hayes & Cur ran, take on Naomh Ciarán - the Offaly champions - at 3pm.

The club encourage as many members as possible to cheer on the ladies.

Everyone is welcome back to Aras Chluain Tarbh on Saturday evening.

Comhghairdeas to our Minor A hurlers, who qualified for the MHCB semi-final after a 1-13 to 1-12 victory at home to Brigid’s.

Hard luck to our U-13 camogie team, who lost their shield final by a point to Cuala. Cruinniú Cinn Bliana/ Annual General Meeting is set for Friday, November 9 at 8pm.

First Aid workshop on Thursday, November 8,

reserve your place with games officer Ollie Mangan.

Speed and strength workshop on astro on November 15, for U-12-U-16 coaches from 8pm-10pm. Reserve your place with James Costello at labeltech.ie.

There will be a mass for deceased members in the club on Friday, November 23.

No winner of our Club Lotto. Pota Óir/ Jackpot is now €10,600.

Numbers drawn were 3, 7, 19 and 25.

Lucky dip winners were David Keogh and Barry Lyons.

You can play our Club Lotto online (bit.ly/ctlotto), by envelope in An Siopa, Cúldoras, Aspire to Fitness gym or The Sheds or Pebble Beach.

Remember, if you’re not in, you can’t win. GRMA to Stafford’s Funeral Homes for their support of the Lotto.

Mick Clohisey crosses the line as first Irish man home at the Dublin Marathon on Sunday. Picture: Eoin Noonan/Sportsfile

time of 2.13.24 with David Manja (South Africa) second in 2.13.33 closely followed by Joel Kiptoo (Kenya) in 2.13.42. The three had been together until less than two miles from the finish.

Lizzie Lee from Cork’s Leevale Athletics Club took home the ladies Irish title and also an impressive third place overall behind Mesera Dubiso (Ethiopia), who won in 2.33.49 followed by Motu Gedefa (Ethiopia) in 2.34.22.

Lee’s time was 2.35.05.

Patrick Monahan, from the Le Cheile club in Leixlip, suffered a rare defeat in the wheelchair race, with the four time champion and paralympic athlete coming second to Johnboy Smith by just over two minutes around the 42km course.

In total, over 17,000 athletes completed the bitterly cold race on Sunday morning, with 140,000 bottles of water, 40,000 bottles of Lucozade and 21,000 energy gels handed out, and over 1,000 volunteers helping things run smoothly. Competitors ran in bathtubs, boats, teddy bear outfits and pushing children.

Competitor Keith Russell, meanwhile, was given the Lord Mayor’s medal for his run in 2017, and the money it raised, and returned to the course again despite personal tragedy.

Russell’s daughter Alanna was the youngest-ever competitor in the Dublin Marathon, when Keith pushed her along the course in a wheelchair last year.

Alanna was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy with no speech or use of her arms and legs, but took on a new lease of life when out running with her dad.

In preparation for last year’s Dublin Marathon, they raised nearly €65,000 to buy a new minibus for the Meadows Respite Centre in Navan, which Alanna attended.

In December, Alanna passed away unexpectedly and Keith has shown incredible courage and determination to run again this year in memory of his daughter.

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LEAGUE OF IRELAND: INCHICORE LEGEND SETS UP DERRY WIN

LOI SHORTS Bohs bow out of Europe SSE Airtricity U19 League Champions Bohemians bowed out of the UEFA Youth League after a 2-1 defeat by FC Midtjylland.

Goals from Casper Tengstedt and a Mitchell Byrne own goal secured the victory, cancelling out Ali Reghba’s first-half penalty.

Bohs got the all important lead and equalizer across the two legs that their play deserved. Again, excellent work down the flank, saw rightback Andy Lyons nip in front of a static Midtjylland defence to draw a foul for Reghba to score from the spot.

But the Danish side turned the tables in the second half and were back in front on aggregate eight minutes into the second half before taking the tie out of sight.

SIX SHELS IN IRISH PANEL

Conan Byrne celebrates one of his 77 goals for St Pat’s. Picture: Martin Doherty

Conan the warrior ends St Pat’s spell in fitting style  DAVE DONNELLY

sport@dublingazette.com

CONAN Byrne brought his St Patrick’s Athletic career to a spectacular conclusion as he created three of their goals in a 5-0 demolition of Derry City at Richmond Park.

That final-day win lifted the Saints above Bohemians and into fifth position in the league and return some optimism to the club as it faces into a period of change.

The winger delivered the news many fans had been dreading in the week leading up to the game as he revealed his six-year spell with the Inchicore club would come to an end.

The Swords man was the club’s second longestserving player and was a leader on and off the pitch, notching 77 goals in 249 appearances for the Athletic.

“It was good to sign off with a win,” the 33-yearold told the Dublin Gazette.

“I think that was impor-

tant. Ger [O’Brien, caretaker manager] was talking to us during the week about trying to get to the 50-point mark.

“We had two disappointing results against Dundalk and Shamrock Rovers, conceding two late goals, so it was important to get those two wins and convincing wins with clean sheets.

“I was brought to the club to create goals. I would have nearly preferred to get the assists rather than the goals while I was there.

“The goals were always a bonus. Creating goals was always my bread and butter, so I’m delighted to make that contribution.”

Director of football O’Brien was taking charge of his final game before handing the reins to Harry Kenny, who was assistant to Liam Buckley when the Saints last won the title in 2013.

Buckley, like Byrne, ended his long association with the club this year but the winger, who is a primary school teacher in

Rush, says the change of manager has little to do with his decision.

Pats have been fulltime over Byrne’s time at the club but training in the evenings, rather than the mornings as the likes of Shamrock Rovers and Dundalk do, suited his work schedule.

With the club now reverting to morning training, the former UCD, Sporting Fingal and Shelbourne man decided it was time to put his family and career first.

“I knew before Harry came in that whoever was going to be coming into the job would want to give the club the best opportunities to compete with the likes of Dundalk and Cork.

“I knew that was the way the club was going to go forward.

“Harry came in and, in fairrness, he did everything he could to try and keep me.

“He asked me to take a career break from my teaching to go forward, but ultimately I wasn’t able to

do that. I’m focused on that career now, first and foremost, and football will take a backseat.”

Over six years in Inchicore, Byrne has played in Europe and won everything there is to win domestically, but there’s one moment that sticks out over all others.

“I remember scoring four goals in Tallaght which, from a personal point of view, was a great moment.

I don’t think any player had

done that previously.

“The league-winning team of 2013 was excellent. But, over the career, the FAI Cup has been the biggest achievement.

“The moment when Christy Fagan scored that second goal – I don’t think I’ve had a better moment in football.

“To bottle that feeling, and open it sometimes when you’re down, it would get you in the right mood.”

Harry Kenny was unveiled as the new St Pat’s manager

SIX Shelbourne players were involved as Republic of Ireland under-17s progressed to the elite qualifying stage for next year’s European Championship in spite of a narrow 1-0 defeat to Serbia in their final group game.

Colin Bell’s side had opened their campaign with a resounding 14-0 win over Albania at the Serbian FA’s centre in Stara Pazova.

Shels striker Emily Whelan scored a hat-trick, while Reds teammate Jessica Ziu and Mia Dodd added two and one

respectively.

They were held to a scoreless draw by Wales in round two.

And Ireland will be in the pot for next year’s elite round despite being edged out by the hosts, who led from the 12th minute though Krstina Tanaskovic.

“We’re obviously happy to get qualification but disappointed with the result,” said Bell. “We were the better team throughout the game and couldn’t get the goal we deserved.”

Long lengthens tenure in charge of Bohemians BOHEMIAN have extended Keith Long’s tenure at the clubs as he signed a three-year deal to remain as first-team manager until the end of the 2021 season.

In his fourth year in charge, Long will retain his backroom team led by assistant manager Trevor Croly.

Long said of his extended deal: “I’m delighted to commit my future to the club. I think we’re a club going in the right direction.

“The connection between the players, supporters, staff and everyone involved is really strong.

“For me there was never any desire to be anywhere else other than here. I want to build upon the work we’ve started.

“The club are doing a lot of things right off the field and on the field, we can see some progression and lots of potential.

“I’m excited about the young players we have at the club that we’ve built up and brought through.

“Our culture is rich and our identity is clear. We’re not just a first team. There’s a lot going on in at the club with the community between the Foundation and the More Than A Club Project.

“With the players we’re brought through ourselves and now with our link-up with St Kevin’s, there is an awful lot to be positive about.”

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ERIN’S ISLE

WHAT a weekend of camogie the club has had, U-13, 14, 15 and Junior championship titles were all captured over the course of Saturday and Sunday.

Congratulations to every single player who took part over the course of the season for these teams and your hard work has really paid off. Well done to all the managers as well for your tireless efforts both on the pitch and behind the scenes.

Well done girls and enjoy these fantastic wins.

The second Golf Society outing took place this weekend in Silloge Golf Course. Everyone who took part had a great day and we’re looking forward to the next day out, with further details to be confirmed.

Feile Horse Racing Night fundraiser took place in club bar on Sunday and a great day was had by all, while also raising some much-needed funds for next year’s team.

Well done to everyone who made the night possible and everyone who supported through sponsoring races and purchasing raffle tickets.

Grasshoppers is now back in full swing and any members of community wishing to get their child/ children involved in GAA are encouraged to join.

For anyone retired or who some spare time between 8:30am-4:30pm from Monday-Friday, there are some much-needed duties that need fulfilling within the CE scheme that is ran from the club.

For anyone with some interest in volunteering, could they please contact Jude Casey for further details on 0879256535 or email secretary.erinsisle.dublin@gaa.ie.

There was no winner of Lotto this week. The next draw takes place on 1st of November with a Jackpot of €3,400 up for grabs.

Live music in bar on Monday and Sunday night, along with bingo in the bar on Mondays and hall on Thursdays.

Erin’s Isle’s U-14 camogie champions

O’TOOLE’S WELL done to our minor footballers that won their quarter final championship game v Whitehall at home on a blustery Sunday morning. This close win puts the lads into the semi.

It is with sadness I announce that our wonderful little U-14s ‘The Jerseys’ were beaten at the last minute by Garda Westmanstown in their championship final on Sunday. With only minutes to go and one point ahead, the opposition scored a goal. Our lassies may not be the tallest team, but

their hearts are the biggest. The girls played with gusto, right up to the final whistle.

Friday, November 30 is the date set for a fundraising quiz night, organised by the juvenile committee.

Entertainment this weekend in our lounge, Saturday Inner City and Sunday with Eddie Sherlock and City Limit.

There was no winner our Thursday night ‘Live’ Club Lotto draw. The numbers were 1, 2, 14, 21.

The jackpot this week is a very nice €4,600.

SOCCER: ELMDALE PROVING A FORTRESS FOR ORCHARD WITH

Cherries on top home form to rise into top four LSL SUNDAY SENIOR Cherry Orchard Ballymun United  DAVE DONNELLY sport@dublingazette.com

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CHERRY Orchard continued their strong start to the LSL Sunday Senior season with a hard-fought 2-1 win over newly-promoted Ballymun United on Friday night at Elmdale.

Aaron Sheehan tapped in the winner within the first quarter after a spectacular strike from Ballymun’s Kisa Kutsuwada had cancelled out an early own goal from Peter O’Reilly.

The game was just two minutes old when O’Reilly put the away side behind in comical fashion as his attempted backpass looped over his keeper and into the net.

They didn’t have long to wait for an equaliser, however, as a long diagonal ball was volleyed firsttime by Japanese winger

Kutsuwada and rippled the back of the net.

Orchard hit the front once more, however, as a cross from Sean Dixon was fumbled by the keeper and it sat up for Sheehan to slot into an empty net from inside the six-yard box.

The home side continued to create chances but couldn’t find the third goal that may have killed the game off, but ultimately they held out for the three points.

“It was a tight game, a solid Ballymun side and they looked to turn us as get the ball in behind us as quick as they could, but we had enough experience to deal with that,” Cherry Orchard assistant manager Shane Connolly told the Dublin Gazette.

“Once we were 2-1 up I didn’t feel like we were going to give the three points away or cough up a draw. It’s another three points at home. We need to

keep that going and when teams do come to Elmdale to play us, they fear us and they know they’re not going to get an easy game.”

T h e re su l t l e ave s Orchard fourth in the table behind the perennial heavyweights Bluebell United, Crumlin United and St Mochta’s, with 14 points from their seven games to date.

Orchard were part of a group of ten teams who battled relegation in the

14-team league last year, but they’ve started much better this season and have lost only to champions Bluebell.

“At the start of the season we’d have set out out targets, and 14 points out of 21 on offer, you’d take it because the league is so competitive.

“We’ve won all three home games, we’re into the next round of the FAI Intermediate Cup, so it’s all positive. We’re pleased with the start and we

expect more from ourselves going forward.

“Obviously we’re looking for improvement on last year, but with the start we’ve had there’s no reason we shouldn’t be pushing for the top four and challenging the likes of Bluebell and Crumlin.

“Cherry Orchard is a big name and we’ve had our problems over the years, but we expect to be up there challenging. We set high standards for ourselves.”

Delany ready for T20 challenge

Laura Delany, right, leads Ireland into the T20 World Cup. Picture: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

IRISH women’s cricket captain Laura Delany is hoping her side can make their mark at the T20 World Cup in thje Caribbean which gets under way on November 11.

They play warm-up games on November 4 against Bangladesh in Guyana and on November 7 against Sri Lanka in Antigua before facing Australia in the first of four group games.

“That will be a tough one first up but it’s always good to face a tough team in the first game,” the Leinster CC woman said.

“We’re looking forward to the challenge of playing the best teams in the world. We’ve obviously had a lot of fixtures over the last 6-10 months, and we’ve shown at times that we are more than capable of competing with the best.

“We’ve a lot of firepower in our batting lineup and we’ve shown we’re more than capable of holding our own with the ball.

“Our biggest challenge will be being consistent and putting the two together in the same match.”

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THIRD WIN IN A ROW

Cherry Orchard’s senior team picked off a key win over Ballymun

RUGBY: HARRY LANDS 20-POINTS IN FIRST GAME FOR LANSDOWNE

Brilliant Byrne makes debut to remember AIL DIVISION 1A Lansdowne Cork Constitution  sport@dublingazette.com

TWIRLING

Clareville passing on baton to new members CLAREVILLE Baton Twirlers are welcoming new members to their club which holds classes in the Clogher Road Sports Centre, Clogher Road, Crumlin. They take place each Tuesday from 6-8pm and Saturdays from 11am to 1pm. Class Fees are €10 per person. Fees can be paid on the day. They cater for girls and boys aged four and over with coaches teaching students baton twirling skills, dance and gymnastic skills. Email michellecreilly@gmail.com or follow on Facebook for more info.

Lansdowne’s Harry Byrne last weekend during his debut for Lansdowne against Cork Con

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HARRY Byrne enjoyed a dream Lansdowne debut on the Aviva Stadium’s back pitch as his 20-point haul helped the defending Division 1A champions claim a 35-27 bonus point victory over Cork Constitution,who sat at the top of the table after three rounds.

Ross Byrne’s younger brother stepped in at out-half for the absent Scott Deasy, bagging two first half tries and kicking two conversions and two penalties in this repeat of last May’s final.

Cork Con had opened the new season with three straight wins but that run was ended today despite a spirited second half rally.

Byrne seized an early lead with a seventhminute penalty for Lansdowne, who had opened their win account at UCD last weekend.

The Ireland Under-20 international then sped through a gap for a terrific unconverted try but Cork Con churned out a powerful lineout maul from which lock Brian Hayes touched down in the 16th minute.

As the pace and intensity increased, Lansdowne pushed into a 15-5 lead after Tim Murphy picked out his half-back partner with an incisive pass and Byrne jinked over the whitewash and converted himself.

Byrne and his opposite number Aidan Moynihan swapped penalties before Byrne was able to release winger Daniel McEvoy for a try to the left of the posts and a 25-8 half-time lead.

A late attacking spell from Con before the break went unrewarded and they leaked a fourth try just four minutes into the second period.

A costly turnover led to Lansdowne winger Adam Leavy racing clear from deep to brilliantly secure the hosts’ bonus point, with the conversion missed.

Mike Ruddock’s men were cruising at this

point, but a pulsating final quarter saw Cork Con draw themselves back into contention.

Number 8 Luke Cahill finished off their second try from a prolonged attack, with Moynihan supplying the conversion, and following a series of drives, Jason Higgins put winger Jack Costigan over in the corner.

The margin was down to 10 points – 30-20

– at that stage but Lansdowne re-established territory inside the Con half, building through the phases before the pressure told and flanker Joe O’Brien scored the clinching try.

There was still enough time for Con captain Niall Kenneally to crash over for a final try in injury-time, ensuring the Leesiders took home a try-scoring bonus point.

Pembroke duo in Irish World Cup side HOCKEY WORLD CUP  STEPHEN FINDLATER

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FORMER Pembroke Wanderers duo Alan Sothern and Kirk Shimmins were both named in the Irish squad to play in the Hockey World Cup which gets underway in late November in India.

Both are playing this season in the Belgian league with Sothern lining out for La Gantoise while Shimmins plays for KHC Dragons, the reigning champions.

The pair were named in the

final panel of 20 and are currently in Valencia where they are taking part in a key warm-up tournament against England - whom they beat 2-1 on Monday - Spain and the Netherlands.

They are included alongside fellow Dubliners Daragh Walsh, Mitch Darling, Luke Madeley (all Three Rock Rovers), Shane O’Donoghue (Glenanne) and Dave Fitzgerald (Monkstown) as well as Stu Loughrey who moved to England several years ago.

It was the first squad named by new coach Alexander Cox who

took over the job from Craig Fulton who moved to Belgium to become their assistant coach.

The side got a further boost with the news Turkish Airlines

has come on board as the team sponsor for the World Cup, launching their partnership this week at an event in Ballsbridge in Dublin.

Johnny Bell, Shane O’Donoghue and Daragh Walsh at the launch of Turkish Airlines sponsorship of the Irish team. Picture: Inpho

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RANELAGH GAELS GAELIC for Mothers and Others finishes up after six weeks on Thursday in UCD, 7.30pm. It has been a huge success - thanks to everyone who took part and particularly to Eimear for taking the sessions.

G4M&O is a non-competitive form of women’s football designed for those who haven’t played before or haven’t played in a long time. All welcome.

We plan on starting up regular G4M&O sessions again soon, so keep an eye open for details.

Ranelagh Gaels Juvenile Academy is back in action.

The Academy runs during the academic year and training is every Saturday morning at 10.30am in Bective, Donnybrook.

The Academy offers Gaelic Games training in a fun and safe environment for children fouryears-old and up.

New players and coaches are always welcome.

Men’s training continues on Tuesday and Thursday nights in Bushy Park. Our women’s team recently wrapped up for the season.

Anyone interested in joining either teammen’s or ladies - is welcome as our door is always open to new players of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Just get in touch.

For details and updates on the Academy, training, matches and everything else to do with Ranelagh Gaels, keep an eye on our brilliant website - www. ranelaghgaels.ie - our Twitter feed and Facebook.

Ranelagh Gaels rose highest to beat Ballyfermot DLS in Monday’s Junior 2 final. Picture: Niall O’Connell

ST OLIVER PLUNKETT’S/ EOGHAN RUADH CONGRATULATIONS to U13 camogie team on victory over Crumlin in Division Three Championship final on Sunday.

Well done to all involved in completing a camogie & football double this year.

Senior football team had a good win over Naomh Olaf in league and U21 hurling team defeated Fingallians in quarter-final of Championship.

Senior camogie team fundraising ‘Beauty and Make-Up Night Out’ in the club on Friday, November 16. Admission €15.

Club AGM will be held at 8.30pm on Thursday, November 29. Paid-up

adult full members and honorary members invited to attend.

Club Shop open on Saturdays from 10am to 12.30pm. New stock available.

Fixtures: Saturday, November 3 - U-21 Football B Championship v St Vincent’s, Pairc Naomh Uinsionn @ 2.30pm.

Sunday, November 4 Minor Football B Championship v Templeogue Synge Street @ 11am.

Lotto numbers (October 28): 5, 7, 20 and 24. No winner.

Match 3 winners: Paul Brogan and Siobhan Reel.

Jackpot now €5,250.

HANDBALL: ST BRIGID’S PAIR GO THE DISTANCE AGAINST MEATH

Dublin duo miss out in All-Ireland epic final MYCLUBSHOP.IE SENIOR DOUBLES FINAL  sport@dublingazette.com

ST BRIGID’S doubles partners Eoin Kennedy and Carl Browne met the Meath team of Brian Carroll and Gary McConnell in an epic battle at the Croke Park.

Dublin were trying to regain the All-Ireland Senior Doubles title last won in 2015; Meath were the defending champions, having won in both 2016 and 2017.

The three-game match proved to be one of the best ever played at the Croke Park venue since it was first opened in 1970.

Taking a full two-anda-half hours, the match ebbed and flowed with the lead changing on numerous occasions.

Dublin started the better in the first game and moved into a 9-1 lead, but the Meath duo quickly brought the scores back to ten piece.

The next half-hour of play showed all that is best in senior handball with marvelous retrieving and spectacular killing by both pairs.

Meath went ahead at 17-15 but Dublin persevered with tremendous

Carl Browne, left, and Eoin Kennedy, right with GAA handball president Joe Masterson. Picture: Caroline Quinn

competitive spirit and eventually managed to egde the first 21-19.

The Meath pair were consistently ahead in the second game as fast and furious rallies were exchanged.

All four players were playing their part and many of the rallies were sensational in terms of the skill, athletic ability and

GAEL FORCE Ranelagh brew up a Junior 2 final storm RANELAGH Gaels took home

the Dublin Junior 2 football championship on Monday evening with an extra time 1-13 to 2-8 win over Ballyfermot DLS at Parnell Park.

Normal time ended locked at 1-6 each before Ballyfermot edged in front 2-7 to 1-8 by the break in extra time before Ranelagh turned on the afterburners.

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sheer competitiveness.

Over one-and-a-half hours in, the match was tied at one game apiece, to the delight of the spectators, as Meath won the second on a scoreline of 21-14.

The third game proved an epic as the sides could hardly be separated before Meath sealed it with a four-point margin.

The deciding game took almost an hour and enthralled the large attendance as the lead continually went back and forward.

A decisive passage of play left Meath leading 20-15, requiring only a single further point for victory.

The Dublin pair were not going to give it to them

easily as they took Meath out and scored two points to reach 17.

Meath regained the initiative but a tremendous rally saw Dublin take their first hand out.

Serving their second hand, Meath eventually got the deciding point with a great passing shot down the right, and the Meath fans erupted.

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FOOTBALL: TYMON NORTH CLUB OUT-GUNNED BY MANNION’S GOLDEN BOOT Kevin McManamon finds his route to goal blocked by the Kilmacud Crokes defence.

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Jude’s SFC dreams remains out of reach SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL Kilmacud Crokes St Jude’s  JAMES HENDICOTT sport@dublingazette.com

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PAUL MANNION was the star as Kilmacud Crokes brought a first Dublin senior football title since 2010 back to Stillorgan on Monday night, the Crokes men looking consistently in charge against a Jude’s side nervously searching for their first title.

Mannion scored 1-6 without a single wide in an imperious performance as Crokes led from start to finish.

Jude’s did briefly threaten a second half recovery as both sides had battled through a sloppy opening period with things taking off after the break.

In fitting with the weight of expectation, the two sides spent the opening exchanges feeling each other out with lots of scrappy contests in midfield and little in the danger zone.

Mannion slotted a point from wide on the right for Crokes and his Kilmacud side having much of the better territory in the early stages.

Further scores from Mannion and Shane Cunningham helped Crokes open up a 0-3 to 0-0 lead 11 minutes in, with Jude’s struggling to work their way into the game.

Crokes’ attacks were seeing them weave between Jude’s defenders, while the Tymon North club had been firmly held at arm’s length.

Mannion had hit another before Jude’s finally got even attempted their first point of the game in the 17th minute with Niall Coakley scoring a wellwon free by a scrappy, pressuring Simon King.

The success did briefly spur Jude’s to life but they were unquestionably suffering a nervous, half at the attacking end of the pitch, a far cry from the side that picked apart holders St Vincent’s in the semi-final.

Mannion punished them again with Seamus Ryan responding. Craig Dias slotted calmly over at the other end and Coakley hit back with a free.

In a way, the half had a real sense of the game not really having started yet, cagey and bitty. Crokes had comfortably had the better and led 0-7 to 0-3, with only Simon King particularly impressing for Jude’s.

Kevin McManamon came to life straight after the break, slotting a fantastic point from a right angle, only to see imperious Dublin teammate Mannion grab his fifth point on the turn at the other end. The game was coming to life and Crokes were still having the better of it.

The following minutes were Jude’s at their best, their half forward line running hard at the Crokes defence. Seamus Ryan hit two as the gap closed to a single point and Crokes briefly looked to be swimming against the tide.

The Stillorgan side responded fast, though, first through Mannion, and then with Pat Burke slotting into the Jude’s goal after a weaving run, to stretch the Stillorgan side’s lead to 1-9 to 0-7 with 20 minutes left.

While McManamon kept Jude’s ticking over, it was fast starting to look like they’d need a goal. Instead, they ultimately conceded one, with Mannion nutmegging the Jude’s ‘keeper with three minutes remaining and confirming Crokes victory.

Crokes go on to face St Peter’s of Dunboyne away in two weeks time in the Leinster quarter final. With Mannion on this form, every opponent at provincial level will fear them.

Brendan McManamon tries to get around Pat Burke. Picture: Niall O’Connell/Knock Photos

CAMOGIE

Jude’s historic season ends in Kilkenny NAOMH Jude’s history-making camogie side bowed out of the Leinster senior club camogie championship at the hands of Kilkenny’s Thomastown.

It followed their breakthrough win in the Dublin championship, becoming the first side from the club to land a senior title in any code.

Bus-loads of supporters arrived in Kilkenny to cheer on the Tymon-North side, who battled hard, but it was the homeside that will progress to the next round.

They were undone by the Kilkenny side 1-14 to 0-5. Early on, Thomastown landed the first two points but Jude’s remained in contention with Niamh Gannon pegging one back in the 10th minute.

Sinead Nolan kept them chipping away, trailing 0-3 to 0-2 with 10 minutes left of the first half as scores proved hard to come by.

But a run of four points in a row saw the Kilkenny team pull five points clear at the half-time break and they tacked on another in the opening stage of the second half, too.

Faye McCarthy’s pair of frees kept them in the mix at 0-9 to 0-4 but in the final quarter, they could only muster one more point from Gannon while the hosts got their goal with seven minutes to go to seal the deal.

Nonetheless, Jude’s can reflect on a superb year as they made their breakthrough at senior level and will hope for more Leinster campaigns in future.

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Bohemians Shamrock Rovers  DAVE DONNELLY sport@dublingazette.com

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BOHEMIANS’ dominion over Under-19s football in Ireland continued as they were crowned National League champions for the second year running.

The Gypsies – who completed the double having won the Enda McGuill Cup in September – saw off the challenge of Shamrock Rovers at Tallaght Stadium thanks to a goal from Ali Reghba.

The Ireland Under-19 international scored both goals as Craig Sexton’s side came from behind to beat St Patrick’s Athletic in that cup final at Richmond Park.

And the German-born striker was the difference-maker once more as he scored the only goal shortly before the break as he calmly rounded Hoops keeper Kian Clarke.

The Hoops were tidy in possession throughout while Bohs were more direct, looking to use the blistering pace of Danny Grant and Promise Omochere to feed Reghba.

Their first opportunity came midway through the half when Adam O’Connor was caught dribbling out of his half

by Omochere and he released Reghba, but Sean Gleeson made a fine covering tackle.

A mistake from Rovers captain Sean Callan

Andy Lyons of Bohemians celebrates with team-mates following the SSE Airtricity U19 League Final

left a hole for Ryan Graydon to run through on goal shortly after and he should have scored, but with just Clarke to beat his shot was weak.

Brandon Kavanagh – one of two regulars, with Aaron Bolger, in the Rovers senior team – teed up Emmanuel Lawal with a deep cross but the wing-

er’s volley was wayward.

Kavanagh showed a subtler part of his game to play in Dean Williams soon after and the striker shot across goal but, with captain Mitchell Byrne hesitant, the ball went centimetres wide.

The relentless tempo seemed to have started to drop when Bohs brilliant-

ly took the lead as Omochere slid in Reghba, and the striker feigned before rounding Clarke.

Reghba had a chance to double his tally within minutes of the restart as he was played in on goal but Clarke, who won the title with Bohs last year, was out quickly to deflect his volley clear.

Kavanagh should have had a penalty as he was felled by Mitchell Byrne in the box, and the same player found O’Connor for a header that was spectacularly kept out by the excellent Bohan.

B o h s s h o u l d h ave wrapped it up when sub Cristian Magerusan played in Graydon and he

rounded Clarke, but the keeper did wonderfully to get back and save as he looked to finish.

Rovers had one final chance in the fifth minute of injury time as Kavanagh lined up a free kick 25 yards out but, as the 1,300 in attendance held their breath, the ball flew agonisingly wide.