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150 youths ‘laid siege’ to quiet Stepaside estates Halloween horror for families facing ‘absolute chaos’ across the area

 EMMA NOLAN HALLOWEEN night saw the Stepaside area attacked by a gang of up to 150 youths.

Local residents told The Gazette that the youths “caused mayhem” as they

“laid siege on Halloween” in the Stepaside Park and Crainsfort areas.

Garda units from Dundrum and Blackrock were called out to control the situation, as well as two units from the city centre.

A resident of Stepaside Park, who wishes to remain anonymous, told The Gazette that he’d never seen anything like it.

“It was unbelievable – the only thing I could compare it to is a thug’s soccer riot on the

streets,” he said.

Residents say that there has been some disturbance in the area by youths on Halloween for the past few years but say that “nothing of this magnitude” has ever taken place.

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ROSEMOUNT | CONTROVERSIAL PROPOSAL SPARKS LOCAL FURY

New playground puts residents into a spin  EMMA NOLAN RESIDENTS are “disgusted” with a proposal to build a playground on the pitches in Rosemount.

T he playground in question was initially intended to be built on the green at Taney Crescent, however, it has now been announced that it will be built in the Rosemount Estate.

The green in Taney Crescent was identified as the “ideal location” for the playground in the Goatstown Area Plan.

A campaign, Playground for Goatstown, was set up and many

residents expressed their support for the project.

There was some resistance by some residents, who asked: “Why should this very quiet and settled area have a playground inflicted on it?”

But, in spite of the large support and small resistance for the playground on this open green space, the council have now decided to move these plans to Rosemount, “against our wishes,” according to the Rosemount Taney Residents’ Association.

A spokesperson from the group said: “We are not against a playground, but not in this format

A map showing the playground and changes that are proposed for Rosemount Park

or the way the council seems to think they can impose it on us.

“This appears to our residents that the private estate in Taney resisted the playground, so the

easy option is impose it on the council estate of Rosemount.”

The council say that the space in Rosemount is “better suited to locating a playground”. This location was selected due to the larger area involved, and superior passive supervision from the surrounding houses, according to the council.

They also say that it

is easily accessible with good through pedestrian traffic.

A consultative process with Rosemount residents is to be undertaken, but residents found out about the proposal before being informed by the council, and a spokesperson said that this has “enraged” them.

One member of the residents association said: “This is like a slap in the face to our committee.

“We, as a committee, with the backing of the vast majority of the residents, want to make clear that we are totally opposed to the siting of the new playground in Rosemount in its current format.

“We refuse to allow our area to be used as the easy option when other areas refused to have this playground.”

FASTNews

An intimate study of the Irish emigrant experience A DUBLIN filmmaker’s documentary is to be screened in Dundrum next week.

Cathal Kenna’s Coming Home is a documentary following a selection of five Irish emigrants on their journeys as they return to and depart from Ireland.

He said: “For centuries, the Irish have left their shores in search of work, opportunities and a better life. Of those that leave, few permanently return.

“Coming Home follows a select group of Irish emigrants taking that journey.

“The concept of home and what it means to different people is at the heart of this intimate portrayal of Irish emigrant life.”

Coming Home is screening daily at 8pm in Movies@Dundrum from November 18 to 24.

Support social inclusion SOCIAL inclusion week gets under way next Monday with RTE’s Miriam O’Callaghan as guest of honour at an official launch in Tallaght.

Mayor Guss O’Connell will get the ball rolling at an event in County Hall, Tallaght which will also feature entertainment from Divine Mercy NS orchestra, Balgaddy and RAMS in Rhythm.

A spokesperson for South Dublin County Council said: “The aim of this week is to highlight the positive work carried out to reduce social exclusion and poverty.”

Garda appeal after fatal stabbing in city centre

On the ball to help those with diabetes

GAA football star Kevin Nolan (who has Type 1 Diabetes) and Dr Anna Clarke, Diabetes Ireland helped launch a new medical technology for those with diabetes. Abbott’s Freestyle Libre flash glucose monitoring system eliminates the need for routine and constant finger pricking, measuring glucose levels through a small sensor on the back of the upper arm, and has been described as ‘a game changer’ for those living with the condition.

Picture: Shane O’Neill Photography

A MAN in his sixties was stabbed to death on Cork Street over the weekend. Gardai were called to the scene at Robinsons Court, Cork Street at about 2.30pm on Sunday afternoon.

The incident happened at a small apartment complex. The man was taken to St James Hospital shortly after he was found. The man, who has been named locally as Tony Rogers, was pronounced dead a short time later. It is believed he was a resident of the apartment complex.

A case conference was held in Kevin Street Garda Station and gardai said they are following a line of inquiry. Gardai are appealing to witnesses who may have been in the Robinson’s Court area on Sunday afternoon to contact them at Kevin Street Garda Station at 01 666 9400, the Garda Confidential Telephone Line at 1800 666 111, or any garda station.

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PEOPLE | DUBLINER LIVIN’ THE DREAM WITH HIS MUSIC IDOLS Richie Malone onstage playing classic Quo hits at the 3Arena and (right) rockin’ out with the one and only Francis Rossi

Rockin’ all over with

 SYLVIA POWNALL GUITARIST Richie Malone is living out his childhood dream after being drafted in as his idol Rick Parfitt’s replacement on Status Quo’s farewell tour.

R ichie (30) from Firhouse is

still reeling after playing the 3Arena in Dublin with his heroes and is now gearing up for a month on the road with the veteran rockers. Former RAID frontman Richie is 16 gigs in now, but he said he’s still coming up for air after replacing Rick – who was forced to quit the tour for health reasons.

He told The Gazette: “It’s been crazy! They were the main reason I got into playing guitar in the first place, so to think I’m up on stage with them is just unbelievable.”

Richie says Rick inspired him to first pick up a guitar as a youngster, and over the years

he has built up a good friendship with the 68-yearold rocker.

R ichie s ays ner ves almost got the better of him when he took to the stage at the 3Arena – particularly as he had to open the show with ‘Caroline’, and had another big solo with ‘Whatever You Want’.

However, an endorsement from his idol gave him the confidence to keep going.

He’s hoping that despite its billing as The Last Night At The Electrics Tour, this

won’t be his last chance to play with Status Quo. “I never imagined it, it’s like a dream. This is supposed to be their big farewell, but I hope it’s not because it’s going so well.

Who knows what the future holds?”

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POLICING | HALLOWEEN HORROR FOR FRIGHTENED FAMILIES IN QUIET ESTATE

Youths running amok in Stepaside cause ‘chaos’ Continued from Page 1

The Stepaside Park resident explained that the youths, who were all aged around 15 and 16, were “lighting rockets and fireworks and holding them in their hands, then throwing them at bunches of people and at houses”.

He added: “They were terrorising us – it was off the Richter scale, it was bananas.”

The resident, who has young children, said how he experienced some of the violence first-hand when trying to prevent fireworks being thrown at his home.

Arrests were made on

the night, and it is believed that the teenagers were from “all over”, including Dundrum, Ballinteer, Ballyogan Road and Stepaside.

Sources revealed to The Gazette that some of them attend St Benildus College in Stillorgan.

“They caused mayhem, to the point that parents had to take their children in off the street,” said resident said.

He also said that his own eight-year-old son was “terrified”, and “never wants to it to be Halloween again”.

“It was absolute chaos.

Local children were just going trick or treating with

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‘He also said that his own eightyear-old son was “terrified”, and “never wants to it to be Halloween again”

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their mams and dads, and then this mayhem just went on.”

Another local resident told how he saw a local mother of young children surrounded by 25 teenagers.

“She was asking them

Stepaside Park, which came under siege from teenage youths on Halloween night

to keep down the noise level. I approached the lady to assist, and the gang turned on me and became very abusive,” he said.

“A house was then attacked with rockets and bangers that evening.”

Large numbers of gar-

dai, some with shields, arrived at the scene and removed some of the youths that were caught.

There is real concern amongst residents that this is only the beginning, and that matters will worsen in the coming months.

Another resident added: “Children are now worried about being harrassed as they walk in the area and, as an adult, I’m concerned that if I confront these individuals and it escalates, I’ll be in the wrong.”

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New gym open in Dundrum POPULAR gym franchise, Flye Fit, has just opened in Dundrum.

The facility at Main Street is open seven days a week, and is located right across the road from Dundrum Town Centre.

The impressive premises boasts a huge highperformance area, with 10 power racks and plate-loaded machines for weight lifting.

It also has a massive astro speed and agility functional zone, with a sprint track and TRX equipment, along with a dedicated comprehensive free weights area with strength training machines.

There is a weekly timetable of 40 diverese fitness and training classes included in the membership, which costs €29 a month.

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| CELEBRATING CREATIVITY IN ALL OF ITS FORMS

Wartella and Fang vamp it up

Senior dancers with Leotards and Monologues perform

Community fun at Nutgrove Festival Left: Ella Wilson Isobel Anslow and Rachel Vaughan; Above: Maria Sweeney and George James.

Pictures: Rose Comiskey

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HE Nutgrove Arts Festival took place at Nutgrove Shopping Centre last week. Hosting a variety of different acts including performers, dancers and musicians, there was something there for everyone. Now in its sixth year, the festival has become a huge part of the area’s cultural calendar. Local groups Leotards and Monologues, Chris Holland and Ruth Hegarty performed on the day.

The festival works as an informal and exciting medium to experience creativity in all its forms.

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PEOPLE | BALLINTEER ACTOR’S ROLE

Brian’s wizard gig on Rowling film  AISLING KENNEDY

AN ACTOR from Ballinteer is set to star as the Watchman in JK Rowling’s latest movie, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.

Brian Mulvey (39) is one of Ireland’s emerging talents and he has just finished filming the upcoming blockbuster, as well as recently starring alongside Pierce Brosnan (right) in the thriller, IT. Brian spoke to The Gazette this week and said that, having worked in the equestrian industry for a long time, he decided to make a career change over the last few years.

He first worked as a voiceover artist and then eventually branched into acting.

Standing at 6’ 3”, and bearing a striking resemblance to Liam Neeson he quickly landed a number of exciting roles over the last year that are set to propel his movie career.

He told The Gazette he is now looking forward to the release of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.

“The movie was shot in Levington, England in an old World War 2 hanger.

They shot Christopher Nolan’s Batman movies there, and a lot of the War-

ner Brothers productions are shot there.”

On the set: “My role was to act as the bouncer on the door of a speakeasy for wizards. I had to make sure they gave me the right passwords before they were allowed in, and I have to check their wands before they come in too!”

He can also be seen starring alongside Pierce Brosnan in the recently released movie, I.T. “It was shot here in Ireland, even though the story is set in Washington DC. Pierce is a gentleman, an absolute gentleman. I couldn’t get over how nice he was and he really is very talented.”

Catch Brian in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them in cinemas nationwide from November 18.

Hand calls for a tourist office

Heads up - Santa’s setting up his Irish HQ at Croke Park!

SANTA Claus is busy setting up a special Irish HQ at Croke Park, with the world’s best-loved toymaker getting ready to meet families and children at one of Ireland’s most-loved places. Matthew Clarke and Eabha Ni Mhaold helped Santa settle in, while his elves carried on preparing the Santa Experience at Croke Park for its opening on November 26. With a great grotto, Christmas gifts, and even free admission to the acclaimed GAA Museum, there’ll be something to help keep kids of all ages entertained. Tickets are available now from www.crokepark.ie/santa.

THE opening of a tourist office in Dundrum has been proposed.

Cllr Pat Hand (FG) put down a motion for debate at the Dundrum Area Meeting on October 24 asking the council to provide a tourist office for Dundrum village area.

He said: “I believe the area of Dundrum has a lot of wonderful tourist attractions, such as the Dublin Mountains, Marlay Park, Windy Arbour and Dodder Way heritage walks, St Nathy’s, Airfield Farm, and so on. We also have very good access from the city centre with the Luas.”

It is expected that the council will report back on their decision early next year.

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DEATH | JIHADIST’S PAST REVEALED

‘Khalid Kelly’ was from The Liberties  EMMA NOLAN

IRISH Jihadist “Khalid Kelly”, who killed himself in a suicide attack in Iraq last weekend, was originally from The Liberties area.

B o r n Te r r e n c e Kelly, the 50-yearold reportedly died while driving a vehicle loaded with bombs towards the forces attacking the Islamic State-held city of Mosul.

Formerly a barman at Doheny and Nesbitt pub on Baggot Street, he has been described by his former neighbours as “a quiet guy” who kept to himself.

Kelly (right) was apparently known by

Isis as Abu Usama anIrelandi. He called himself ‘Khalid Kelly’ and was also known as Taliban Terry after reports emerged that he was training with the terrorist group in Pakistan in 2009.

Kelly conver ted to Islam and became radicalised while in prison in

Saudi Arabia for selling alcohol in 2000.

He had been working as a nurse there for a number of years.

He moved to London after his release from prison with his Pakistani wife and two children. It is believed that he spent some time in Dublin then, and left London in 2008.

He was believed to have travelled to Pakistan to train with the Taliban, later moving back to Dublin, where he was closely watched by gardai.

By 2010, he had settled in Co Cavan, and later moved to Ardagh, Co Longford, where had lived alone for at least a year.

Credit union reopens – to help shut down

Frankie paws-uits crime IT WAS case closed – or rather, case open – for Frankie, the crime-busting canine at Dublin Airport, when he sniffed out something suspicious: a case full of 28,000 Kent-branded cigarettes with a retail value in excess of €15,000, representing a potential loss of more than €9,000 in taxes to the Government.

A 24-year-old Moldovan woman was arrested following the detector dog’s snooping, with the seizure of cigarettes made when officers stopped and searched two passengers who had arrived on a flight from Frankfurt.

Revenue officers are asking anyone who knows someone who is evading tax or involved in smuggling to report it by calling the Confidential Freephone number at 1800 295 295. In the meantime, Frankie – who doesn’t smoke – is fit as a fiddle and ready to continue looking out for illicit goods at the airport.

CRISIS-HIT Rush Credit Union reopened on Monday – but only to facilitate loan repayments.

A liquidator has now been appointed to wind up the institution amid allegations of cash going missing, rigged car raffles and suspected money laundering.

The credit union was placed into provisional liquidation on request of the Central Bank last week. The lender reopened as normal this week to allow for loan repayments and standing order arrangements for future loan repayments.

Withdrawals will not be facilitated, although members’ shares will be repaid via the State’s deposit guarantee scheme, capped at €100,000.

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Accolade for FUNDING | INVESTMENT HELP THOSE INVOLVED energy plan TO WITH BT SCHOOLS CONTEST  MOLLY O’CONNELL

SOUTH Dublin company Cosgrave Developments have won the Buildings award for its development of super energy-efficient homes at the 13th annual Sustainable Energy Awards.

Its highly-commended Cualanor project includes a wide range of energ y-efficient systems, minimising energy loss whilst also reducing the homeowner’s energy bills.

This year’s awards s h owe d c o l l e c t i ve savings in energy efficiency of €100 million from the shortlisted finalists in a wide range of fields.

New €36k partnership to support teachers  IAN BEGLEY

THE Ireland Chapter of the Project Management Institute (PMI) announced its new partnership with the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, in

which they are investing up to €36,000 to provide teachers of this year’s finalists with expert-led project management training.

This is the first time that PMI training sessions will be provided for

Pictured are PMI Educational Foundation Liaison Officer, Jackie Glynn and the head of BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE), Mari Cahalane, and the young co-founders of FenuHealth (and previous BTYSTE prizewinners) Annie and Kate Madden

the schools shortlisted to take part in the prestigious competition.

This partnership meets a need for foundational project management skills, essential not only for success at the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, but to enable young scientists and entrepreneurs to commercialise their ideas and to bring their innovations to reality.

The Ireland Chapter of PMI will provide the training on a voluntary

basis for up to 90 teachers prior to the BT exhibition at the RDS next January.

Teachers have already been invited to attend one of three training days across the country early this month.

Training programme Speaking about the new training programme, PMI educational foundation liaison officer Jackie Glynn said: “PMI’s eighth global project management survey found that projects with a high pri-

ority on project management were 71% more successful in reaching their goals and original intent.

“This highlights the importance of PMI in the workplace; therefore, we strongly believe that it should be a key aspect of our second-level education.

“In the same way that the Coder Dojo movement believes that everyone should know how to code, we believe that everyone should have skills in project manage-

ment, as no matter your profession you are either going to be part of a project team, or lead a project.

“Also, entrepreneurship and project management go hand-in-hand – a great idea cannot become a reality without clear project management.

“This partnership is helping to address this gap in training, and ensuring that our brightest students are better positioned to make their brilliant ideas a viable business,” she said.

Awards underscore the diversity of innovation fostered in Ireland DUBLIN’S rising reputation as an innovation hub was underscored by the impressive calibre of winners at The Irish Times Innovation Awards 2016, with Dublin scooping four of the night’s seven awards.

T h e aw a r d s , w h i c h we r e attended by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, were presented at a ceremony with over 220 guests at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham.

As an example of the winners, Mastercard Labs – the victors in Fintech – impressed with the rollout of its “pay-at-table” technology, which empowers customers

to get out of restaurants quickly and without the stress of waiting for a bill.

Although operational in a handful of Irish restaurants, it is being launched mainly in the UK, where the aim is to reach critical mass in a market with more chains. Some 600 restaurants are already actively using the technology.

All of the award winners received a €10,000 Irish Times media package and an iPad. Associate sponsors of the awards included Teagasc, Science Foundation Ireland, KPMG, AbbVie and UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School.

Anna Scally, partner, KPMG with Oran Cummins, head of research and development, Mastercard Labs - winner of the Fintech award

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DANCE: BALLET IRELAND DANCER TALKS TO THE GAZETTE AHEAD OF STARRING IN THE NUTCRACKER

Cian to help bring a true Christmas classic to life at the Gaiety Theatre  IAN BEGLEY

BALLET Ireland will soon be presenting The Nutcracker, one of the world’s most beloved ballets, with performances in the Gaiety Theatre from November 16 to 19.

T h i s C h r i s t m a s cl a s s i c appeals to audiences of all ages, with its fairytale magic, Tchaikovsky’s beloved and sumptuous score, beautiful costumes, and a tale of adventure combining to form one of the most delectable Christmas confections imaginable.

Based on stories by E T A Hoffmann and Alexander Dumas, the ballet starts at a marvellous Christmas Eve party, as mysterious Uncle Drosselmeyer brings gifts for all the children.

When midnight strikes, very strange things start to happen.

The Christmas tree grows to incredible heights, and Clara’s magical Christmas gift – her Nutcracker – leads them into a truly fairy-tale world.

The role requires superb skill and strength from the dancer

With her heroic Nutcracker at her side, Clara defeats the Mouse King and his army of mice, and they journey to the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets together ...

This Irish production is performed by an international cast of world-class dancers, including

Hayley Cunningham and Cian Hughes, both Dublin-born.

Cian told The Gazette that performing in The Nutcracker is a dream come true for him.

“I’m absolutely thrilled to be performing in such a highly-respected ballet.

When I was younger, I appeared in The Nutcracker as one of the children, but this is going to be my first performance as a professional dancer.

“I started ballet really late, at the age of 16, and when I was 18 I moved to London and trained at the Central School of Ballet.”

Cian said an average day of ballet school is extremely intense, starting at 7.30am each morning.

“We would do weight classes for about two hours in the morning, followed by other training

and technique lessons until about 6pm.

“It’s also so important to keep a balanced diet, because at the end of our day our body is our product – it’s what we have to work with, and if we’re not at our best, we just won’t be able to do our job.

“I’ve only recently graduated, and am so thankful that I’ve been taken on by Ballet Ireland. It’s really my dream to be here, and I hope to keep at it for a very long time,” he said.

Ballet Ireland’s production of The Nutcracker will be on tour across Ireland in November and December, with additional Dublin performances in Draiocht, Blanchardstown on Friday, November 25 and The Helix, Glasnevin, on Thursday, December 8.

Tickets are priced €26 – €45, and can be purchased at www. Cian Hughes, one of the professional stars of Ballet Ireland’s upcoming production of The Nutcracker balletireland.ie.

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‘I decided that I was just going to be myself and just give everything 200 per cent’  IAN BEGLEY

REPRESENTING Ireland in this year’s instalment of BBC’s The Apprentice, is Dublin-based creative director, Dillon St Paul.

The “Silver Fox” contestant sat down with The Gazette to talk about his experience on the show, his career and what’s it’s like to go face-to-face with Alan Sugar in the boardroom.

“I feel like I’ve been coming across well on the show,” he says.

Originally from Limerick, Dillon currently lives in Blackrock and he has worked in the Dundrum area for the last few years.

“I’m naturally a self-critical person and that’s what drives me to work hard and do good work.

“But before it went on air, I started to think ‘Oh god, how am I going to come across on this now?’

“Luckily, during the process, I decided that I was just going to be myself – be a hard worker and give everything 200%.”

Dillon explained how staying true to himself on the show is very important especially when other contestants are packaging themselves as

“ruthless”.

“I would never be that way with people in real life. I’m just, not to sound cocky, but I’m a kind person in general, so I brought that into the process with me and I’m glad I did, because my true self is being represented.”

As for the other contestants, Dillon says that from watching the show himself, they have all been represented and edited fairly.

“That’s something that is commendable about the BBC.” However, Dillion explains that while ever y moment isn’t shown on screen, the producers will always let the audience know what is happening.

Having worked as an art director for Irish Tatler for a number of years, Dillon’s role has evolved somewhat.

“My role is slightly different at the

moment, I work on digital platforms as a design consultant and a digital editor.”

As for the future, the Apprentice candidate says he sees himself going into app development and is working

on a special project at the moment.

“It’s like an online magazine but it also has a social aspect so you can make friends with the people commenting on articles – so like a social media platform that incorporates editorial content as well.

“I’m not sure, I’m seeing how it will go.”

While his role has always been in the production end of things, Dillon is now hoping to move away from that side and get involved in the world of presenting and documentary making.

“The Apprentice is giving me a platform to explore these options,” he says.

Dillon says that since appearing on the show, he’s been getting an amazing reaction from his friends and family. He’s even been getting recognised

around Dublin.

“I was walking to work in Dundrum and a lovely lady stopped me and asked me for a selfie which has never happened before.

“It was lovely to meet someone who said that she watched me in the show, I was really bowled over by that.”

Dillon says that the hardest part about being on The Apprentice is keeping focused in such a high pressure environment.

“You literally don’t get a second.

“When they call in the morning, we’re literally out the door in 20 to 30 minutes, you just grab food, you’re constantly rushing.

“You’re giving it your all but at the same time, you’ve got millions of deadlines you have to meet – it’s a lot of pressure.”

As for the best part of the experience, Dillion says that the bonds and friendships he’s made have been the highlight so far.

“I’ve meet some amazingly talented people whom I’ve learned so much from.”

The Apprentice in on BBC1 at 9pm every Thursday.

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Help kick some funds over to two much-loved charities GOURMET Food Parlour (GFP), the restaurant and catering group, will team up with Kerry GAA legend Tomas O Se and a leading Dublin GAA senior player with a kickabout competition in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland, and Make a Wish Foundation, on Saturday, November 19.

GFP are calling all children and their friends to enter via the official Gourmet Food Parlour Facebook page, or via the entry form available at their locations across Swords, Dun Laoghaire and Malahide, and support the initiative.

Lorraine Heskin, managing director, GFP said: “Such was the success of a similar kick-about event we did for kids with our fantastic ambassador, Dublin GAA all-star Paul Flynn, we knew we wanted to do it again, but this time in a way that would additionally benefit causes we support.”

So, be sure to take a punt at supporting the kickabout, and helping two great charities in the process.

YOU MAY BE KEANE ABOUT THIS STYLE KEANE on Style, the exclusive fashion and beauty experience from style maven Lorraine Keane, returns this autumn with a stylish evening event at Dunboyne Castle Hotel & Spa on Friday, November 11.

From 7pm, beauty lovers and dedicated followers of fashion can expect an evening of fashion, beauty demonstrations and skincare tutorials, all hand-chosen and curated by the former Xpose presenter.

She will be joined on the evening by a whole host of fashion and beauty experts, including leading skin expert Peggy Stringer who will be advising on anti-ageing, Ireland’s only shapewear designer Rita Mylett, who will be giving a masterclass on what to wear for your shape, hair demonstrations from celebrity stylist Tori Keane, and make-up tips and tricks from Becky Keane Tickets are priced at €75 and include a luxury goody bag, while drinks

and giveaways will add to the evening’s fun.

Tickets are available at eventbrite.ie, or from 087 448 2070.

FREE WELLBEING AND HEALTH EVENT DIABETES Ireland is urging people with Type 2 diabetes and their families to attend a free health and wellbeing exhibition in Chartered Accountants House, Pearse Street on Sunday, November 13.

Taking place from noon to 5pm, the event will offer free health checks, 20 exhibition companies and four workshops.

All of the latest medical technology will be on display, along with a broad range of healthy living stands and other diabetesrelated services, as well as a number of professionals to help answer questions.

Workshop topics will range from the latest developments in stem cell research, technology developments, alternative therapy usage in diabetes to becoming sugar smart.

For children, there will be a magic show plus balloons and face painting.

Dublin GAA footballer Paul Flynn with Darragh Gleeson, Jack Bermingham, Conrad Whelan, Eimear Gleeson, Sean McIonraic and Aoife Gleeson. Picture: Conor McCabe

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DUBLINLIFE DUBLIN’S HALLOWEEN HEROES Gillian Malone

Kai

The claw Julie Betts

Neicie Doyle

Baby Bosco

Linda Ui Bheachain Dermot Phelan

Rhys

Corrina Stone Jake

Leanne Doyle

Thanks to everyone for sharing your horribly good photographs!

Emily Charlesworth

WE HAD a terror-ific response to our Halloween

Blanch’s Westend Shopping Park, a hamper worth

photo competition, with lots (and lots) of our read-

€50 from the Body Shop, a €50 voucher for Marks

ers sharing scary pix of themselves, their kids,

and Spencer, a flash rucksack from Regatta, a

and their haunted homes and gardens.

George Foreman Grill and a €50 voucher for Dealz.

We’re delighted to show our final winners, and to

If your shot is one of our winners here, contact

share some of the many other spook-tastic photos

us today at competitions@dublingazette.com, or

you sent in! Our great prizes include a €50 gift

contact us on our Facebook page. And remember –

card for Gap, a €50 voucher for the Nike Outlet in

keep looking out for our great competitions!

IN ASSOCIATION WITH: Amelia, Tilda and Finn

Audrey Buttner

Styling head

Kye

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LATVIA: BUDGET AIRFARES FROM IRELAND MAKE THIS A VERY AFFORDABLE WEEKEND BREAK

Riga, the ‘Paris of the North’, is truly a beautiful, historic city  CIAN GUCKIAN

RIGA, the “Paris of the North” and home of the very first Christmas tree is world renowned for its stunning architecture, multi-cultural heritage and its many museums.

It is a fantastic city to visit and with budget airfares from Ireland it makes it a very affordable weekend destination. You will be delighted at the ease in which you will be able to explore this compact, historic city.

The Latvian capital is awash with the best hotels, unbelievable restaurants, elegant spas and let’s not forget about the best shopping in the region. Here is why you have to visit this chic and cosmopolitan Baltic city.

Freedom Monument Latvia’s most important symbol of freedom, independence and sovereignty is not to be missed. Located close to Bastion Hill Park and the Old Town, the Freedom Monument honours the soldiers who lost their lives during the Latvian War of Independ-

House of the Blackheads

ence. It has been the scene of many official ceremonies since the country’s push for independence in 1990 right up to the present.

Central Market This colourful market which is located in the heart of the Latvian capital is one of the largest in Europe and occupies converted German zeppelin hangars which serve their original function as meat, fish and dairy markets.

When it was constructed in 1930, Riga’s Central Market was one of the most modern marketplaces in Europe. The Zeppelin hangars of Riga’s Central Market have been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site list.

House of the Blackheads Located in the Old Town, the House of the Blackheads is a major tourist attraction that draws thousands and thousands of visitors each year. It was built in 1334 and it can be found in Town Hall Square in the heart of Riga’s Old Town.

The original building was erected during the first third of the 14th Century for the Brotherhood of Blackheads – a Guild for unmarried German merchants in Riga.

Nativity Cathedral Enjoy a day exploring this neo-Byzantine church on Brivibas bulvaris. Built between 1876 and 1883, it’s the largest Orthodox Cathedral in the Baltics. During Soviet times, the cathedral had different uses as it was turned into a planetarium and a restaurant, at different times.

Visit the famous Art Nouveau District Riga is internationally famous for its beautiful art nouveau quarter that lies a bit away from the Old Town. Head to Alberta Street, raise your eyes upwards and discover Europe’s most beautiful art nouveau buildings.

Riga’s wealth of art nouveau buildings stands out as unparalleled anywhere in the world. Other Art Nouveau gems are situated on nearby streets

including Elizabetes, Dzirnavu and Antonijas.

Taste Riga Black Balsam When in Riga you have to try the famous Riga Balsam, a unique Latvian beverage. Black Balsam is used in traditional medicine, and it is considered to be a good cold remedy and it is used to treat digestive problems. Black Balsam has been made in Riga since the middle of the 18th Century.

Boat trip down the Daugava River If you are looking for better ways of exploring this charming Baltic city, a relaxing boat trip down the Daugava River is highly recommended. You will find cruise liners and boats of every size imaginable all lined up and docked at the river bank just across from Riga’s famous cobblestoned streets available for exciting river trips.

Get a different perspective of the Latvian capital’s majestic skyline as well as Riga’s iconic and stunning attractions.

You are sure to have a splendid time as it is such a great way of getting the best holiday snaps of Riga’s major landmarks.

Afterwards enjoy a topnotch meal at one of Riga’s stellar restaurants.

A trip to Riga Cathedral Take a tour of Riga Cathedral (Rigas Doms), which is the largest house of worship in the Baltic’s.

Riga Cathedral measures 187x43 metres and the walls are two metres thick, and it also home to

Riga is renowned for its stunning architecture

one of the biggest organs in Europe (6,768 pipes).

Museum of the Occupation of Latvia The Museum of the Occupation of Latvia is a very interesting museum for all to visit. Located in the former US Embassy on Raina bulvaris, visitors will be able to experience what it was like to live in Latvia during the Nazi and the Soviet occupations of the country.

You will also be able to enjoy a guided tour of the museum and explore the intriguing exhibits.

gava it has been around for more than 700 years and through the centuries, it has witnessed some major changes to the Latvian landscape including severe destruction, rulers and numerous wars.

Today it is the official residence of the President of Latvia and a museum.

LIDO Recreation centre and restaurant One of Riga’s most popular attractions is the LIDO Recreation Centre and Restaurant on Krasta iela. Built with specially selected 100-year-old Latvian fir trees, it is a major

hit with visitors to the Latvian capital and locals alike and it is where many national festivals are celebrated.

The Centre’s main building is famous for being one of the largest log buildings in Europe as it can hold 1,000 guests.

LIDO offers a super menu choice consisting of local Latvian delicacies as well as worldwide dishes or why not savour a Latvian beer in the Beer Cellar?

The next time you are in Riga, take time out of your busy schedule to experience this magnificent Latvian attraction.

Riga Zoo A trip to Riga isn’t complete without visiting Riga Zoo. Established in 1912, it is the perfect day out for the entire family.

Located in Mezaparks on the Western bank of Kisezers Lake, just a short hop from the city centre it is home to around 4,000 animals and is visited by 300,000 visitors on an annual basis.

Riga Castle Riga Castle which was founded in 1330 is famous for its late classicism architecture.

Located on the right bank of the River Dau-

The striking, noble Freedom Monument

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TRAVEL

Go North for an epic tour  IAN BEGLEY

Travel Editor

IF you’re from Ireland and also a massive Game of Thrones fan there is no excuse for not travelling to the North of Ireland this summer and taking part in the official Game of Thrones tour.

T h a n k s t o H B O ’s adaptation of George RR Martin’s epic tale, Northern Ireland’s stunning mountains, forests, lakes and countryside are now familiar to millions of people around the world, having helped create the magical backdrop that much of the show’s action is filmed against.

Below is a list of destinations you can visit which have helped create some

of the most noteworthy and remarkable scenes from the show.

County Down From the home of Ned Stark to the formidable Haunted Forest, what better place to start your Game of Thrones adventure than in County Down with its ancient gothic forests and historic ruins.

The Haunted Forest Tollymore Forest Park holds the honour of being host to the first ever Game of Thrones scene aired in 2011 when some Night Watchmen deserters were killed by a White Walker in the snow.

Other famous scenes filmed in the forest

include Ramsey Snow’s chase and recapture of Theon Greyjoy as well as many forest scenes North of Winterfell.

The Riverlands Close by you’ll find the historic ruins of Inch Abbey, dating from 1193.

The abbey provided the backdrop to the Twins, two identical castles joined by a bridge which are the seat of House Frey.

It is here that Catelyn Stark crosses the bridge to agree a treaty with Walder Frey which resulted in an arranged marriage proposal between Robb Stark and one of his daughters.

Causeway Coastal Route Hailed as one of the

world’s most spectacular road journeys, this stretch of coastline plays host to some of the most dramatic scenery seen in Game of Thrones due to its rugged cliffs and sweeping valleys.

Iron Islands This quaint coastal nook was used in the show to depict Lordsport Harbour in the Iron Islands – home to the Greyjoys.

The intertwining beech trees of the Dark Hedges date back to the 18th century

Stormlands The headlands leading down to the famous Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge are better known in the show as The Stormlands – Renly Baratheon’s camp. This is where we are first introduced to Brienne of Tarth.

King’s Road Although only in the show for a few seconds, the Dark Hedges has become one of the most recognisable Game of Thrones filming locations in Northern Ireland.

This intertwining

beech tree lined avenue dating back to the 18th century features as King’s Road where Arya Stark makes her escape from K ing’s Landing with Gendry.

Dragonstone One of Northern Ire-

land’s most stunning beaches, Downhill Beach in Derry is the spot where Melissandre burned the seven old golds as a sacrifice to The Lord of the Light and prompted Stannis Baratheon to draw a sword from the flames at Dragonstone.

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FASTNews

Audi’s new Q2 is the latest in a line of SUVs from the German brand

Audi’s new compact Q2 SUV hits the showrooms AUDI’S new compact SUV, the Q2 will be a head turner as the car hits dealer showrooms. Entry prices start at €32,490 for the 1.6 litre TDI 110bhp SE version, which Audi expects to be the volume seller in the new range.

There will be two petrol models, 1.0 TFSI and 1.4 TFSI, in the range. The Q2 is available in two trim lines, customised to suit drivers’ preferences. The SE trim includes some of the most popular features from Audi, such as cruise control, smartphone interfacing and rear parking sensors. Despite its size the Q2 has impressive load space up to 1,050 litres with all seats folded.

The Q2 is equipped with the latest connectivity and infotainment technologies. Using the Audi smartphone interface, the driver can connect a suitable iOS or Android device to the dashboard USB port, allowing immediate access to the phone’s navigation features, contacts, music and selected third-party apps. The optional Audi phone box lets the driver charge their phone wirelessly and connect it to the car’s antenna for optimal reception.

Irish people want more Gardai on the roads to combat drink driving NEW research conducted by insurance provider AIG has revealed that the majority of Irish drivers do not believe there is enough of a Garda presence on our roads to tackle both drink driving and speeding. This comes at a time of industrial relations unrest within the Garda rank and file members.

The research reveals that some 66% of people do not believe there are enough Gardaí on the roads to tackle drink driving. This was slightly less of a concern amongst the male sample with 25% of males versus 16% of females of the view there is sufficient Garda presence to tackle drink driving. Meanwhile, only 23% feel that there is a sufficient Garda presence on the roads to combat speeding.

In addition, 71% of people surveyed stated that they rarely see passengers not wearing their seatbelt which may be deemed a positive result by An Garda Síochána and the wider road safety community. However 55% of drivers claim to regularly see someone driving while using a handheld device.

The new Car of the Year is in an E-Class of its own

The new Mercedes-Benz E220d has won the coveted Irish Car of the Year award for 2017, and after his recent test drive of the luxury German saloon, Gazette motoring columnist Michael Moroney says it’s more than justified IN THE past weeks, the new Mercedes Benz E-Class was awarded the coveted title of being Ireland’s Car of the Year 2017 and for very good reason.

This new E-Class has answered lots of questions when it comes to luxury and performance without a hefty increase in price.

In appearance terms this new E-Class has more modern styling. It is slightly longer than the older model and comes with ver y significant engine improvements to give better economy.

Mercedes Benz has billed this car as the one that’s on the pathway toward autonomous driving. There is a unique feature of the car that allows the driver to manoeuvre it remotely using a mobile phone app, without the driver being inside. The system is designed to appeal to all drivers who ever found themselves

hemmed in within a narrow parking space and were unable to gain entry to their car. Does that sound familiar?

T his new optional Mercedes Benz Drive Pilot system comes with automatic functions such as remote parking, road guidance, speed control, braking, acceleration, gear changing. It also has the ability to anticipate hazards ahead and to take corrective action.

Automation This level of technology pushes the E-Class into a new league when it comes to automated features and what’s more, these options are not outside the scope of affordability. Testing it for the first time can be little nerve racking; after practice you soon get used to the feature and attract lots of nearby attention.

The test car that I drove was the E-Class

220d model that’s powered by a new all-aluminium four-cylinder diesel engine. The engine is powerful at 190bhp and pushes 400Nm of torque, so it was no surprise that it came out on top in the larger car British Towcar Awards for 2016.

The E-Class comes with a smooth and impressive nine-speed 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox as standard.

T his modern design gearbox contributes to the E220d’s low 112g/ km CO2 rating and high 23km/litre (65mpg) fuel economy figure. This compares with the previous-generation E 220 CDI Saloon, which was launched in 2009, and produced 170bhp from its larger 2.1 litre engine. The new engine is 20% more economical and shaves €80 off the annual road tax rate due to lower CO2 emissions figure bringing down ownership costs

The new Mercedes-Benz E220d is an impressive car that packs better economy and a host of novel and useful technology features. Entry prices start at €52,850 before delivery charges.

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significantly for what is a relatively big car.

On a test route that c ove r e d m o r e t h a n 600km, the test car delivered a return that was about 30% off the rated economy figure of 23.3km/litre (4.3/100km or 65mpg). That’s still a good return when it’s

2.0 litre 194hp 7.3 seconds 23.3km/litre (4.3/100km or 65mpg)

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taken into account the range of driving conditions that you encounter on an average week. My driving style would give a range of over 1,100km for the E220d and that too is impressive for such a large car.

The E220d is also lively; the new engine deliv-

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MOTORING

Kia combines hybrid power in new SUV

The Mercedes-Benz E220d uses a new 2.0 litre twinturbo diesel engine that’s cast in aluminium for light weight and delivers impressive economy and low running costs

The boot on the Mercedes-Benz E220d is one of the

ers a car that faster than the previous model and much smoother to drive.

The layout of the dash is modern and very functional. It was easy to get acquainted with the controls and setting up my phone to the Bluetooth system was logical and easy.

E-Class buyers will also be looking at the Audi and BMW offerings; that puts the A6 and the BMW 520d into focus as key competitors. Relative to that competition the

car is a match in terms of economy, while it excels in terms of styling this is very much my personal view.

Interior The interior is spacious and comfortable, with good seat adjustment up front. The AMG test car version is a shade sportier than the previous model that I had driven during the launch of the car back in April and with that comes a harder suspension, which is not

always my preference.

The E-Class packs a large boot with a capacity of 540 litres, putting is ahead of the A6 and BMW. The spare wheel was the only absent feature even though the floor included a deep wheel well. I feel that in Ireland all cars should come with one, not matter what the price band level is, but especially at the higher level.

Mercedes-Benz claims that the entry level Avantgarde model

is equipped with over €7,000 worth of standard features compared to the outgoing version. Included is Parking Pilot parking assist, heated front seats, full leather upholstery, reversing camera, LED static lights, satellite navigation, mirror pack, ambient lighting, stowage pack, ‘through loading’ feature, seat comfort pack, alarm pack and a ‘connect me’ function.

Among the standard E-Class features include Active Brake Assist,

largest in its class, but unfortunately does not come with a spare wheel as standard

providing support during emergency braking, Attention Assist with adjustable sensitivity to alert the driver to inattentiveness or drowsiness and Crosswind Assist, which mitigates the effects of strong crosswinds.

The Mercedes Benz message for 2017 is that everyone can drive a Mercedes Benz. The entry price at €52,850

has to be looked at relative to the prices in the past. This car is €850 cheaper compared to the previous model, according to Irish importers Motor Distributors. With the package of features, it’s also very competitively priced relative to the Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series competition. For the new E-Class the price might look high, while there’s a lot on offer.

GoCar launches GoElectric BMW i3 fleet

Michael Nugent, Director of Sales at BMW Group Ireland and Kevin Hennebry, Head of Marketing at BMW Group Ireland with Colm Brady Managing Director of GoCar.

Ireland’s leading car sharing company GoCar recently launched its new GoElectric range in partnership with BMW. The new range consists of a fleet of ten new BMW i3 REX 94 Ah electric vehicles which will be available to the public at ten locations across Dublin City.

GoCar believes that the demand for reduced and zero vehicle carbon emissions is growing amongst members of the public and certain Government departments. GoCar hopes that the addition of premi-

um electric vehicles to its regular vehicle range will boost the sharing economy culture in Ireland further and offer a convenient and sustainable transport option that is free from fuel, tax, NCT, and insurance costs.

Colm Brady MD of GoCar believes that the premium BMW i3 vehicles and are designed to make every driving experience an absolute pleasure. “The BMW i3 is ideal for city driving and we have no doubt our members and indeed the general public will

instantly fall in love with them,” says Colm.

GoElectric bases will be situated at the following locations across the city: Point Village 3 Arena; South Lotts Road; Mark Street; Merrion Square; Clifton House Fitzwilliam Lower; Greek Street; St Johns Road West; Ranelagh; Parnell Square; Earlsfort Terrace. Each of the 10 designated bases will be equipped with two electric charge points to facilitate efficient battery recharging for users.

KIA HAS a new compact SUV for the market, now its third SUV for Dublin drivers. The new Kia Niro comes with a hybrid petrol drive system to lower running costs.

This is Kia’s first hybrid on the Irish market and comes with the company’s 7 year warranty as part of the standard deal. Prices start from €30,595 before delivery charges.

The Niro’s hybrid drive combines a 1.6-litre GDI (petrol direct injection) engine with a lithium-ion polymer battery pack, 32kW electric motor and six-speed doubleclutch transmission.

Kia claims that that the new car emits just 88g/km CO2 in the combined driving cycle. The rated fuel economy figure is just 3.8l/100km.

Two years free car insurance from Nissan NISSAN claims to be responding to Ireland’s high cost of motor insurance by providing two year’s free insurance to new car buyers. The Nissan offer, which is aimed at making the cost of running a car more affordable, is available to motorists ordering any new Nissan passenger car before the 31st December 2016.

Ireland. New car buyers interested in availing of the offer must be 26 years old, have a full driving licence, no more than three penalty points and a minimum of three years no claims bonus. Insurance does not extend to commercial use.

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CINEMA

THE EDGE OF SEVENTEEN: GREAT CAST AND WIT MAKE THIS ONE A PLEASURE

An adorkable teen tale THE Edge of Seventeen (Cert 15a, 105 mins), the debut film from director Kelly Fremon Craig, is packed with sarcastic teenage wit, overwhelming angst and myriad moments of slump-down-in-your-seat high school awkwardness.

What’s more, it’s often very, very funny. In other words, this drama comedy is the most John Hughes teen movie since 1987’s Some Kind of Wonderful.

Hailee Steinfeld plays high school student Nadine – an awkward teen with a scathingly confident wit covering for acres of clumsy selfconsciousness.

Nadine’s opening line to teacher Mr Bruner

(Woody Harrelson) – “I don’t want to take up too much of your time, but I’m gonna kill myself” – should give you an idea of the astronomical levels of angst we’re dealing with here.

After the death of her father, Nadine finds solace in best-and-only friend Krista (Haley Lu Richardson).

Once again, however, her world comes crashing down when Krista starts dating Nadine’s older brother, Darian (Blake Jenner) , an eternally popular all-star jock.

With the whole world, including her mother (Kyra Sedgwick), seemingly poised against her, Nadine strikes up an awkward friendship with her admirer, Erwin

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(Hayden Szeto).

If The Edge of Seventeen succeeds anywhere, it’s in showing us how far things have come since the American Pies and Road Trips films of the early 2000s.

The issues touched on here are very real problems that don’t just stop at the transition to adulthood – Kelly Fremon Craig does a wonderful job communicating this, even if The Edge of Seventeen clings unflinchingly tight to convention.

All our most beloved tropes come along for the ride: the oblivious but well meaning parent, the mentoring teacher, the self-obsessed crush, and the goofy, loveable friend who’s obviously a better target for Nadine’s affections.

Fortunately, The Edge of Seventeen suitably twists and shapes these conventions to fit a thoroughly contemporary narrative.

Sure, just like any John Hughes classic, the dialogue is rife with the kind of things no actual teenager would ever say.

It doesn’t matter – it’s hyper-angst, hyper-anxiety, hyper-puberty – and it’s all the more enjoyable for it.

There are two types

of people in this world, Nadine tells us: “People with confidence who excel at everything, and the people who hope those people die in a big explosion.”

Like any intelligently compelling teen drama, T he Edge of Seventeen has us sympathise unmovingly with those in the latter camp.

Astounded by every bit of good will that comes her way, Nadine commands our sympathy and devotion with self-deprecating charm.

Steinfeld carries the performance admirably – whenever the narrative borders on the sickeningly sweet, she’s there to undermine the melodrama with an acerbic voiceover.

The teenage angst here does get a little grating at times – there’s only so much bitter sarcasm one can take.

However, the performances are genuine and dow n-to -ear th (Harrelson stands out), the humour is original and refreshingly contemporary and, for all its reliance on convention, Nadine’s story avoids predictability.

The best teen movies build modern context around a well-worn formula; The Edge of Seventeen doesn’t break the mould, but hits us with enough genuine heart and cy nical humour to set it aside from the recent wave of high school melodrama.

Verdict: 8/10

ReelReviews

JACK REACHER 2

A back to basics sequel WHEREAS the first Jack Reacher film was an interesting addition to the action genre, the ironically named sequel, Jack Reacher: Never Go Back (Cert 12A, 118 mins) sees star Tom Cruise largely on autopilot. It’s an okay action film – but just okay, as despite strong support from Cobie Smulders, the film is simply nothing special. You might say the sequel was a Reach(er) too far ...

DON’T BREATHE

House about a twist?

STILL feeling its way about at some cinemas, this tale of a blind man fighting back against some house invaders looking to steal his money provides some pretty tense moments.

Don’t Breathe (Cert 16, 88 mins) ratchets up the tension, with its teen thugs picking the wrong dude to mess with – but then the plot goes sideways, with a big twist making it a quirky, inventive tale.

GIRL WITH THE GIFTS Presents a decent film

Great teen films are a rarity, but The Edge of Seventeen has enough heart and charm (and excruciatingly awkward moments) to make it stand out from the crowd

IF YOU’RE looking to carry on that Halloween vibe – and stave off the Christmas overkill that’s lumbering over the horizon – The Girl With All The Gifts (Cert 15A, 111 mins) presents a quirky tale of horror. Glenn Close and an ever-shrinking group of survivors fight to survive in a near future world that’s been devastated by, in effect, a zombie plague. It brings an interesting tale to a dead-tired genre.

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THIS week, we present some recipes from The Little Green Spoon (AKA Indy Power), from the new cookbook – The Little Green Spoon: Deliciously healthy homecooking to share and enjoy.

A Dalkey native, Indy’s website has long been a haven for those looking for tasty yet healthy recipes.

Her debut cook book features more than 100 healthy recipes that don’t compromise on taste.

To buy her book and read more recipes, see thelittlegreenspoon. com.

RESPECT a great way to fundraise RESPECT, the organisation responsible for fundraising for capital projects and groundbreaking research within The Daughters of Charity Disability Support Services, has a new fundraising project: the “Everyday Celebrity Favourites” recipe book.

Liam Neeson, Cathy Kelly, An Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Kathryn Thomas and Devin Toner are just a few of the well-known names contributing tasty recipes to help fundraise for the services..

It’s available to purchase now for €10 via www.respect.ie, or by calling 01 685 6502.

Simply Zest the

Preparation l Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas mark 4. l In a large bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, honey, almond milk, lemon zest and poppy seeds. Keep the lemons that you zested, you can use their juice for the drizzle. l In a separate bowl, combine the ground almonds, baking powder and salt. l Gradually add the

almond mixture to the wet ingredients in three stages, mixing well after each addition. l In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold the egg whites into the batter. l Grease a 1lb loaf tin with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper. Pour the mixture into the tin and bake for 35–40 min-

utes until golden on top and a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean. l As soon as you put the loaf in the oven, m a ke t h e d r i z z l e .

Scoop the coconut cream from the top of the tin of chilled coconut milk (keep the coconut water for something else). l Add it to a large bowl and mix in the honey and lemon juice. You should have a tart,

runny mixture. Pop it in the fridge to thicken just a little while the loaf cooks. l Take out the loaf and leave it to cool. When the loaf is completely

Fig and Cinnamon Quinoa Porridge Ingredients l 85 g (3 oz/half cup) quinoa l 125 ml (4 fl oz/half cup) water l 250 ml (8.5 fl oz/1 cup) almond milk, unsweetened l 3 ripe figs l Half teaspoon vanilla essence l Half teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus extra to sprinkle l 1 tablespoon maple syrup/honey Overview Quinoa porridge is perfect for when you want a filling and hearty breakfast but don’t want to skip out on the protein.

With summer well past, this is the best way to ease yourself into colder Autumn mornings and make the most of all the amazing fresh figs around at this time of year.

The combination of sticky figs and cosy cinnamon is hard to beat, so make this while you can – the fig season is lamentably short.

If it’s the wrong time of year, sub in some mashed banana instead.

This recipe serves two.

Preparation l Add the quinoa, water and half of the nut milk to a medium- sized saucepan on a medium heat. l Pop the lid on and let it cook for about 13 minutes until most of the liquid has been absorbed and it’s nice and fluffy. l Cut two of the figs in half and scoop the fruity flesh from the inside, then add it to a bowl. l Use a fork to mash it up, then stir it into the quinoa with the vanilla, cinnamon and remaining nut milk. Cut the last fig into slices. l Let the quinoa simmer for another few minutes until it has reached your desired consistency, then stir in the sweetener. l Pour the porridge into your bowls, top with the fig slices and sprinkle on a little more cinnamon before serving.

cool, take the drizzle out of the fridge, give it a stir and then spoon it on to the loaf, letting it drip down the sides. l Top with strips of lemon peel.

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Lemon and Poppy Seed Drizzle Loaf Ingredients l 80 ml (2.5 fl oz/one-third cup) melted coconut oil, plus extra for greasing l 180 ml (6 fl oz/three-quarter cup) honey l 150 ml (5 fl oz/two-third cup) l Almond milk l Zest of 2 lemons l 2 tablespoons poppy seeds l 300 g (10.5 oz/2.5 cups) l Ground almonds l 2 teaspoons baking powder l Half teaspoon coarse salt l 2 egg whites For the drizzle l 1 x 400 ml (13 fl oz) tin coconut milk, refrigerated overnight l 2 tablespoons honey juice of 2 lemons To serve l Lemon peel

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STYLE Vichy Corrective stick €TBA

Vichy Fluid corrective foundation €TBA

Catrice Iron strength nail hardener €3.50

Catrice Vitamin Lip Treatment €3.95

The Suzie Q €165

BattleElements the

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Style Editor

The Avas €170

The Suzie Q €165

WELL, the temperature has dropped, and the time of year where we constantly battle against chapped lips, dry skin and ‘hat hair’ is upon us.

Some products can really help you keep your skin in good condition while battling the elements – a good lip balm, for instance, is always crucial.

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Make Fore Up v fusion er Pro ligh t gold € 37

Catrice Prime & Fine primer €4.95

Georgio Armani Luminous silk foundation €45

STYLIST Courtney Smith (right) has collaborated with Buffalo Shoes for a limited edition collection.

The new capsule collection of boots landed in Buffalo Shoe Lab store, Exchequer Street and online yesterday, and is available in Arnotts from today, November 10.

Courtney’s debut as a shoe designer is definitely something new for the Dublin native. Joining forces with Buffalo Shoe Lab, the newly announced Courtney Smith X Shoe Lab collection channels her celebrated style into iconic boots that reflect her personal style.

Fusing Buffalo Shoe Lab’s reputation for killer shoes, the duo

collaborated on this collection, which Courtney describes as a natural progression from styling, as well as a return to her designing roots.

Of the collaboration, Smith said: “It has been a dream come true, working so symbiotically with head Shoe Lab designer Audrey Murray, and teaming her creative expertise with my vision.

“For me, this is such a natural partnership, as Buffalo has always been my go-to shoe store, both as a stylist and a girl obsessed with amazing footwear.”

For more on the collection, see www.weareshoelab.com, or visit Buffalo Shoe Lab stores on Exchequer Street and in Arnotts.

Prices start from €155.

There are some coloured lip treatments on the market, too, that nourish while you wear them.

With the wind and rain, sometimes your make-up has disappeared before you’ve even reached your destination – this is why a good base or primer is paramount. Investing in a good foundation and powder at this time is also necessary.

Here are just some of the products to see you through the next few months ...

Nivea Q10 Anti-wrinkle cream 50ml €11.99, Q10 Anti-wrinkle Night cream 50ml €11.99

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WEEBYTES

Miren Samper and actor Eddie Jackson at the launch of Dub Web Fest 2016

Spinning a web of tech and stories DUB Web Fest 2016 is gearing up for an eclectic schedule of web series and workshops at its second outing, which is taking place from Friday, November 18 to Sunday 20 at the Filmbase centre, Temple Bar. At the festival launch, filmmakers and members of the entertainment and tech media had an opportunity to network and enjoy a wine reception at the Bank of Ireland Startlab in Grand Canal Square, Docklands.

Actor Eddie Jackson (of Game of Thrones, and Vikings fame) was one of the special guests on the night, with the fusion between tech and entertainment one of the main talking points on the launch night.

While much of the game’s graphics betray its origins on older consoles, there have been many tweaks that make Skyrim look great on current consoles, with volumetric lighting being a particular highlight of the extra polish

CONTINUING the interesting trend of giving significant old games a HD lick of paint and then rereleasing them, gamers have more than enough to keep them busy with Bethesda’s recently released Skyrim (Legendary Edition, PS4/ XBO, Cert 18, €60).

First released in ye olden dayes (late 2011, to be exact), Skyrim was an exemplary adventure game set in a massive land facing civil war, while a bigger threat (hint: dragons) slowly began to threaten everybody,

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whether men, elves, or its other sentient races.

Skyrim offered a truly massive world to explore, offering up more missions and side quests than you could shake a 16-sided dice at, with the player free to wander around at will in its well-crafted towns,

cities and wild landscapes.

Whether a newcomer to Skyrim or a seasoned traveller, this is the exact same critically-acclaimed game, with its additional content bolted on, offering nothing new to gamers, storywise.

However, with plenty of visual upgrades from the get-go, this Skyrim is sure to engross console gamers.

While it can’t compete with the likes of, say, The Witcher 3, it’s still no slouch in the graphics department, with the subtle and souped-up graphical effects alike helping

to create an even more atmospheric realm to explore at length.

Despite its rough edges, and gameplay aspects that could have been further refined and polished, the game is still a joy to explore. After all, it offers sackloads of content, a memorable world, cool graphics and one of gaming’s best soundtracks.

So, even if the only elves you want to see are the ones helping Santa Claus, Skyrim is definitely a highly-recommended end of year release.

Whether crossing some of Skyrim’s many snowbound

Screengrabs: Shane Dillon While roads criss-cross Skyrim, many of its best ruins, treasures, secrets and dangers lie off the beaten path

mountains, misty bogs or its pleasant Alpine-like tundra, there’s always something worth discovering, exploring or returning to

Video channel The festival directors, Erol Mustafov and Mikael Thierry, also announced news of their new video on demand channel, Twisted Mirror TV, which is a platform where users can view web series and short film in many genres, all in one place.

They are currently seeking funds via a crowdfunding campaign to develop the service further.

Tickets are now on sale for all events at Dub Web Fest 2016 and can be purchased at the website. For further information on the festival’s events and workshops, see dublinwebfest.com.

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FastSport AUL TRIO IMPRESS ELLAND BOSSES ON TRIAL HARDWICKE lads Cian O’Toole, Scott Firtsimons and Lee Fetherston are currently on trail at Elland Road.

The teen trio are hoping to trade the AUL for the Championship and have been afforded a week to impress the Leeds United coaches, juniorsoccerportal reports.

The trio began training with the Under 18s and Under 23s on Monday and by all accounts all three impressed on day one.

Winger Fetherston bagged a himself a couple of goals on the winning team in a trail match.

“It’s a week long trail so the lads have lots of time to impress,” Hardwicke manager and former Preston Northend favourite Micheal Keane explained.

“They wouldn’t be there if we didn’t see the talent.”

RUGBY: COLLEGE

Lansdowne down Trinity to go second

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LANSDOWNE moved up to second in the Ulster Bank League Division 1A following their comprehensive 25-14 victory over Dublin University at College Park.

Trinity went into the game top of the table but, as a measure of how tight things are at the business end of the division, fell out of the play-off spots to fifth as a result of their failure to manage even a bonus point.

Tries from Eamonn Mills and John O’Donnell, and five penalties from Scott Deasy, put the game beyond Dublin University, who could manage only a Jack Kelly try and three Jack McDermott penalties in response.

Young Munster took advantage to take pole position with a 24-22 win at St Mary’s, with five tries from David Fanagan, Ryan O’Loughlin, Darren Moroney (2) and Terry Kennedy ensuring Mary’s at least managed two bonus points.

Clash In the weekend’s second all-Dublin clash, Old Belvedere edged out defending champions Clontarf to move into third.

Five penalties from Munster’s Steve Crosbie and a Simon Killeen try earned a valuable 20-13 away win for Belvo, while Conor Jennings and Rob McGrath crossed for Clontarf.

UCD moved above Tarf into seventh thanks to a 23-16 win over Garryow-

en at the Belfield Bowl.

Ireland under-20 captain James Ryan was the hero as his second half try secured a hard-fought win after Jamie Glynn and Tommy O’Brien had gone over before the break.

Bottom side Terenure College continue to struggle after taking a heavy beating at Cork Constitution.

Nure went in at half time with a narrow 14 -10 deficit, but 17 points in succession saw Con secure a bonus point and send the Dublin side away with nothing despite Stephen Caffrey’s late consolation.

Old Wesley remain third in Division 1B thanks to a thrilling bonus point win away to Ballymena. Mark Row-

Lansdowne’s Foster Horan is tackled by Trinity’s Sam Pim . Picture: Inpho

ley, Iain McGann, Conor Maguire and Alan Jeffares dotted down as the Donnybrook club withstood a spirited comeback from the Ulster side to win 27-25.

Margin Blackrock College moved to third in Division 2A as the result of a 29-21 bonus point win over Highfield at Stradbrook Park.

Dave Scott-Lennon,

Davy Rowan and Dave Fortune touched down in the first half to set Rock on their way to their bonus-point win.

Wa n d e r e r s m ove d to third in Division 2B thanks to a six-try 41-7 victor y over secondplaced Dungannon on the Aviva Stadium back pitch in what was the largest winning margin of the weekend.

Bective Rangers

slipped to fifth in spite of a comfortable 29-3 win over City of Derry in Donnybrook Stadium, while north Dublin side Skerries jumped above Old Crescent into seventh on points difference despite losing 12-6 away to Thomond.

In Division 2C, a hardfought 19-17 win away to Midleton saw Seapoint move up to seventh position.

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Darren Dowling of Neptune on the charge

THE Men and Women’s Under 18 Hula Hoops National Cup tournament pool stages took place last weekend and there was big excitement across all the courts as the teams vied for their spots in the final eight.

One of the big talking points of the weekend however, was the clash between BFG Neptune and Tolka Rovers that took place in Neptune Stadium in Cork on Saturday as the local team overcame Tolka 100-48 in style, with dunks from Liam Chandler (two) and

Cian Heaphy, while 16-year-old James Hannigan netted a fantastic full-court shot – all of which were captured on video, which you can view on The Gazette’s Facebook page.

Buzzer That wasn’t the only game the talented Cork side dominated however, as they powered on to beat Drogheda Bullets 96-30 to book their spot in the semi-final on Sunday morning against Moycullen which they also won, 87-61.

A thrilling final against Templeogue was up next, but there was no stopping Neptune who ran

out Pool 1 winners, 100-85. Both Neptune and Templeogue now go through to the final eight.

There were also talking points in Pool 3 meanwhile, as 17-year-old Dara Devine from Tralee Imperials scored a superb three-pointer just before the buzzer in his side’s semi-final with Maree (view the video here) to send them into the final against Killorglin CYMS, who went on to beat the Kerry side 78-31.

Elsewhere, UCD Marian were winners in Pool 2, beating Belfast Star 55-49, while KUBS BC had the better of Dublin Lions in Pool

4, winning 61-53. Both the winners and the runners-up from each pool go through to the quarter-finals of the Hula Hoops National Cup. Meanwhile in the Women’s Under 18 Hula Hoops National Cup, DCU Mercy won out Pool 1 after overcoming WIT Wildcats 71-43. Portlaoise Panthers had the better of Liffey Celtics in Pool 2 (54-48), while Glanmire overcame Maree 77-62 in Pool 3. All finalists progress to the next round of the Hula Hoops National Cup, while Fr Mathews and Singleton SuperValu Brunell also qualify as the seventh and eighth teams.

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Ireland’s ladies aiming for the knock-on effect

Women’s Rugby World Cup tournament director Garrett Tubridy tells Gazette Sport he expects next year’s event, to be held in Ireland, will lead to more women participating in sport TOURNAMENT director Garrett Tubridy has outlined lofty aims for the coming months, explaining how he hopes the Women’s Rugby World Cup – set to be hosted in Ireland in the summer of 2017 – will have a knock on effect in participation across women’s sport.

“We feel a responsibility beyond rugby to make sure this competition is a success,” Tubridy told GazetteSport.

“We want people in other sports to see what we do and think if Ireland can host a Women’s Rugby World Cup to that level, we want our federations to do the same for our sport.

“We’ve opened up connections to other sports.

We’re very conscious of taking advantage of this moment, and giving the

chance for other sports to capitalise on it.

“The men have never hosted a Rugby World Cup in Ireland. That’s what we have. All the Ireland games will be on TV, and it’ll introduce the sport to a whole new generation.

“Programs are being put in place to take advantage of the increased interest we’re hoping to see; to have a knock on effect. It’s all about participation.”

Speaking of growing profile of the game, Tubridy explained: “It was obviously big having women’s Rugby Sevens in the Olympics. People are starting to see that women’s rugby is about athleticism, about commitment, and at a really high level.

“We’re convinced that the more people come to games, the more will come

back. We’re also setting up games in Dublin and up in Northern Ireland for visitors to actually play in.

“We’ve had people getting in touch saying they want to play games while they’re here. The tag line is going to be ‘Bring It’.

Bring the flags, bring the passion, bring the support.

But bring the boots, too.”

There will be no single games at the tournament – every ticket will take in a series of matches, with as many as six games taking place across a single day during the group stages.

Three groups of four will see the group winners and the best secondplaced side qualify for the semifinals, but all twelve teams will continue in the tournament as they play for position. Even the finals in Belfast will see

three games back-to-back.

“We’ll be having a number of games on one campus at one time, either in UCD or at Queen University and Kingspan Breffni in Belfast, so people can make a day of it, and we can create an atmosphere, which has worked well for women’s rugby in the past,” Tubridy said.

“The pool draw [which

schedule. There’ll be three match days in UCD with six matches each day across two pitches, then we move to Belfast for the semis and final.”

There’ll be a host of volunteer positions and ambassadorial positions on offer alongside the games, which can be applied for via IrishRugby. ie, with Tubridy keen to

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takes place as The Gazette goes to print] is a real big milestone in preparation for the tournament. After that we’ll go to broadcasters and do the fixture

Ireland’s Alison Miller scores against New Zealand, who they beat 17-14 in the 2014 Women’s RWC. Picture: Inpho

tap into the same local enthusiasm and friendly welcome he felt made the London Olympics special.

“We think that for people who couldn’t make it to to Chicago over the weekend, for example, they’ll come out to this.

That’s how we’re setting it up. For the team it’s huge to be playing a World Cup on home soil.

“We’ll make it affordable for families. A success for us is increasing the profile of women’s rugby.

It’s also about making the most memorable Women’s World Cup ever.”

Ireland play the current world top three, England, Canada and New Zealand in UCD this month. Tickets for the Women’s World Cup Final and Semifinals, which both take place in Belfast in August, are on sale now. Group stages (set to take place at UCD) go on sale in early January.

FASTSport

Racing legend Jackie Stewart gives cup to Niall

Firhouse flyer Murray has the winning Formula DUBLINER Niall Murray made history this week by completing a clean sweep of the biggest four prizes in Formula Ford 1600 racing by adding the Walter Hayes Trophy at Silverstone to his superb collection.

The 21 year-old from Firhouse finished second in his qualifying heat, less than one tenth of a second behind Northern Ireland winner Wayne Boyd.

Murray turned the tables on his rival in the semi-final though, beating the Fermanagh man by one fifth of a second in another very close finish.

However, in the final, he really showed his class. Rain made the circuit slippery, and the Irishman was out on his own.

After the split second margins in the earlier races, Murray romped away to take victory by more than eight seconds from Britain’s Oliver Askew, with Josh Fisher another nine seconds behind in third place.

Boyd could only manage seventh position, with Rob Barrable, Stephen Daly and Jordan Dempsey the next best Irish finishers. Earlier, 16 year old Dempsey, from Mullingar, won his heat and finished fifth in his semi-final.

Murray’s season already saw him crowned as the British Formula Ford champion, and the winner of both the Formula Ford Festival at Brands Hatch and the Martin Donnelly Trophy race at Kirkistown, leaving him at the shootout stage of the “Mazda Road to Indy” programme which carries a $200,000 prize of a drive in the 2017 Cooper Tires USF2000 Championship powered by Mazda.

Murray dominated Silverstone at the weekend

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FASTSport Ireland U-21 boss King names 15 uncapped players for Spain friendlies IRELAND Under 21 manager Noel King has unveiled his squad to take on Czech Republic and Slovakia in two friendly games in Spain.

Ireland will take part in a five-day training camp in La Manga, Spain as part of their preparation for the 2019 UEFA Under 21 European Championship qualifying campaign.

Included in the squad are 15 uncapped players, one of whom is Walsall midfielder Liam Kinsella, son of former international Mark (below).

“This camp is an opportunity to get to know the players, their characters, and if they are best suited to our style and playing international football, which is very important,” said King. “The more time we get with the players the quicker we get to know our strongest team.

So we will use this time to make assessments over these players and hope that we rise to the challenge of the games.”

King has also brought in four SSE Airtricity League players in Shamrock Rovers’ Sean Heaney, Derry City’s Ronan Curtis, St Patrick’s Athletic’s Jamie McGrath, and Dundalk’s Ciaran O’Connor.

“We have always had a strong representation of SSE Airtricity League players in the Under 21 squad with Kevin O’Connor and Sean Maguire, who both helped Cork City win the Irish Daily Mail FAI Cup last weekend, in our most recent squad,” said King.

“There has been a steady flow of League players in our squads, which shows that the League is producing players and that they are there on merit. It is when they come into the squad whether they can step up to international football. That is why we include them.”

Republic of Ireland Under 21 Squad

Goalkeepers: Liam Bossin (Anderlecht), Kieran O’Hara (Man Utd).

Defenders: Noe Baba (Birmingham), Danny Kane (Huddersfield Town), Ryan Sweeney (Stoke City), Sean Heaney (Shamrock Rovers), Declan Rice (West Ham United), Corey Whelan (Liverpool), Shaun Donnellan (West Bromwich Albion), Dylan Barnett (Brighton & Hove).

Midfielders: Josh Cullen (Bradford City), Jack Byrne (Blackburn Rovers), Ronan Curtis (Derry City), Dylan Watts (Leicester City), Connor Dimaio (Chesterfield), Liam Kinsella (Walsall), Jamie McGrath (St Patrick’s Athletic), Harry Charsley (Everton) Forwards: Tyrone Duffus (Everton), Olamide Shodipo (QPR), Ciaran O’Connor (Dundalk), Jake Mulraney (Inverness Caledonian Thistle)

SOCCER: McCARTHY WARNS RIVALS AFTER STALEMATE WITH CELTIC

Darrard piledriver earns Wayside share of points to frustrate Mochta’s

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ST MOCHTA’S manager Brian McCarthy insists his team have only shown ‘the tip of the iceberg’ as they continued their unbeaten start to the AUL Premier A season at home to Wayside Celtic.

Mochta’s passed up a chance to join Cherry Orchard and Bluebell United at the top of the table as they were held to a 1-1 draw at Porterstown Road on Sunday.

But McCarthy is confident his side can continue their challenge at the top of the table when they face their two main rivals in the run-up to Christmas.

The home side looked well on their way to victory when Karl Somers opened the scoring moments after the restart with a deflect shot from 15 yards follow- David Somers in action for St Mochta’s ing good work from David Lacey.

Celtic came back strongly, how- minutes. David Lacey and Philly Cranley before finally getting ever, and deservedly equalised Hughes forced saves from Way- their reward through Darrard.

15 minutes from time courtesy side goalkeeper Ger Nolan as the Target of Peter Darrard’s long-distance game opened up, and Celtic very Mochta’s pushed for a winner nearly took the lead as Whele- in the closing stages, and former drive.

The visitors belied their mid- han’s weighted chip flew just over Bohemians pair Somers and table status by starting the shortly before the break.

Lee Dixon missed the target as Celtic were stung by the con- Celtic desperately hung on for a stronger,as Ray Whelehan forced the first save from Cranley with cession of a goal so quickly after point.

“It wasn’t that good of a game a header from Ross Zambra’s the break, and forced a trio of top corner within the opening five saves in quick succession from in fairness,” McCarthy told

GazetteSport. “We didn’t play the way we’ve been playing, which is disappointing.

“But in fairness, it’s hard to play well every week. Wayside did make it difficult. They’re a good side and they’ve a good manager that I’ve a lot of respect for as well.

“They caused us problems and I thought they could have nicked it as well. It could have been three points but it could have been no points.

“It was disappointing that at home we couldn’t take the three points, but we’re still unbeaten and two points off the top, so it’s been very good so far.”

T he Clonsilla side were uncharacteristically wasteful in front of goal, owing in part to the absence of top scorer Mark Hughes, who has scored seven of his side’s 21 goals so far this season.

M c C a r t hy w i l l h o p e t o have Hughes back in the fold in time for the unveiling of the new floodlights at Porterstown Road, which will be finished this week as the senior side prepare to move to Friday night football.

MAGIC MOMENT IN PARK AS THOUSANDS RUN FOR CHARITY ROCKING everything from moustaches to superhero outfits, over 1,000 people (and a few dogs!) headed to Dublin on Saturday 5th November to take part in the annual MoRun. Raising money for various causes, in particular the Movember Foundation, runners of all ages and abilities participated in 5km or 10km MoRuns, all whilst having fun and raising awareness for men’s health.

The winner of the men’s 10km event was Brian O’Kelly, whilst the winner of the woman’s 10km event was Yvonne Macauley. Connor Mccauley took the MoChampion medal for the men’s 5km race, whilst the winner of the woman’s 5k event was Ellie Hartnett, with all finishers were given a curved moustache medal for their efforts.

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Debutante McMaster the hero as Irish grab last-gasp winner

CLUB NOTICEBOARD

THE death has occurred of Josie Garry.

but the resulting shot was again well

The Kilmacud Crokes club community

defended by Scotland the sides went into

extends its deepest sympathies and

halftime 0-0.

KILMACUD CROKES

extended Garry family reland 2 (Tice,

Ireland again started the half strongly

THE death has occurred of Josie Garry.

Kieran. Deeply regretted by her sons,

McMaster)

as Chloe Brown found herself 1 on1 with

The Kilmacud Crokes club community

daughters, sons in law, daughters in law,

Camlin the Scottish goal but Scotland 1 (Lang) IN the second match of the series, in bitterLucy conditions in in Glas-

extends its deepest sympathies and

grandchildren, great-grandchildren,

Camlin made a strong save to deny the gow, the Green Army snatched a final minute victory courtesy

condolences to Mick, Kieran and all the

nephews, nieces, relatives and friends

Green Army the opening goal. Moments

extended Garry family on their Loss.

Reposing at Kennedy’s Funeral Home,

later, Scotland built up a period of bitter conditions in Glasgow, Ireland started the brighterthe withGreen two penalty corners in quick

May she rest in peace.

Ennis, on Tuesday 8th November from

earing adrag penalty corner but the Army snatched a final minute victory succession but Zoe Wilson’s (right) strike andattack Katie Mullan’s

Funeral details as follows:

5.30pm with removal at 7.30pm to Ennis

ever-reliable Mullan cleared any dan-

Josie Garry (nee Doherty), Sandfield

Cathedral.

ger.

Some ofof the paciest members of the Both sides were dealt green cards within a minute each

Park, Ennis, Co. Clare, November 5th

Funeral Mass Wednesday 9th November

Nicci Daly, Emily Beatty, GilIreland brighter penother asstarted the halfthe wound downwith and2the GreenGreen ArmyArmy earned their

2016, peacefully at Cahercalla Hospital,

at 11am. Burial afterwards in Drumcliffe

lian Pinder andLena Loughran all caused the alty corners in quickthanks succession but link-up third penalty corner to superb between

Ennis. Wife of the late Bertie and loving

Cemetery.

as Ireland appeared to Zoe and Wilson’s strike and Katie Mullan’s Tice Sinead Loughran, but the resulting Scottish shot wastrouble again well

mother of Noel, Tony, Michael, Marian,

Family flowers only please, donations if

move up a gear with shots fired across drag flickby were well defended

by Scotdefended Scotland the sides went into halftime 0-0.

Dermot, Frank, Colette, Philomena and

desired to Cahercalla Hospital.

condolences to Mick, Kieran and all the

In debutant the second match of the series, in of Jessica McMaster.

courtesy debutant Jessica McMaster. flick wereof well defended

by Scotland.

and Camlin forced into more saves. land to keep thestarted game 0-0 inhalf the opening Ireland again the strongly asgoal Chloe Brown found Butgoal the first goal fell to Scotland as a minutes.

Scotland appeared herself 1 on 1 with Lucy Camlinhappy in the to Scottish but Camlin rangegoal. shot from Heather Lang back off on thesave press, allowing made a strong to deny the Cliodhna Green Armyclose the opening

BALLINTEER ST JOHN’S

left O’Flanagan with no chance. As IreSargent togoal drive and The first fellforward to Scotland asdistriba close range shot from Heathute theleft ballO’Flanagan at will. Grace er Lang with O’Flanagan no chance.

land pushed for an equaliser they found

down to 9 players as Brown wasn’t calledpushed into action until the 23rdtheythemselves As Ireland for an equaliser found themselves and Mullan received minute she palmed away shot received down to when nine players as Brown andaMullan yellow cards yellow cards within a minute of5each other. However as soon resulting from a PC. Both sides within a minute ofScottish each other.

However as soon as their minute their 5 minute penalties were served were dealt green cardsparity withinwas a minute penalties were served, restoredas Lena Tice drew her andofparity was restored Lena Tice drew of each the half wound down side levelother as sheas converted Ireland’s fourth PC the game. herearning side level asfirst she converted Ireland’s and theaGreen Army earned their third Then, last gasp attack

by Jessica McMaster, her PCsenior of thegoal game in the 64th minute. penalty corner thanks tosaw superb link-up senior international cap, her also score fourth her first A last gasp attack by Jessica McMaster, between Lena Tice and Loughran, in the dying moment of Sinead the game to snatch victory for Ireland.

Boden’s Minor D win bodes well for 2017 MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL Ballyboden St Enda’s St Sylvesters  JAMES HENDICOTT

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BALLYBODEN St Enda’s got a small form of revenge on local rivals Kilmacud Crokes, after Crokes knocked the reigning All Ireland champions out of the championship early last month.

While it will be scant consolation for the defeat in Parnell Park, Boden came out 1-14 to 1-8 winners to keep their push at the top of the league going last Thursday night, a comfortable reversal of the game that both sides would consider the more important.

While they still sit behind Crokes in the overall division one table, with both chasing newly crowned Dublin champions St Vincent’s at the summit, Boden will take some reassurance from the victory, and the possibility of further silverware it presents as they climb closer to a place in the league’s finale.

Enda’s did take home some sil-

verware at Minor C hurling level, travelling to St Sylvester’s to overturn a side that had turned them over earlier this year in the league.

Sean Gorman got Boden on the charge with an up-and-over finish that snuck under the bar into the net, with an quick lead established quickly thanks to some controlled early play.

The Malahide side were to edge back into the game before half time, coming in level at 1-5 a piece having been five points down as Boden struggled to deal with the size of Sylvester’s towering full-forward and some efficient free taking later in the half.

Title Joe McGrath – who declared himself fit on the morning of the final after missing the latter part of the season with a broken wrist – and captain Eoin Fetherstone were at the heart of much of Boden’s finer work, but it was the second half that was to see ‘Boden clinch the title.

Coming out with a point to prove, they created a number of respectable chances, including for

sub Mairtin O’Rian, who found himself in a goalscoring position with a few minutes to go only to see his shot sharply parried in the Sylvester’s goal.

Sean Lambert added an impressive point, while Gorman netted his second, before adding an over-the-shoulder point that saw ‘Boden’s control just edge them away from their rivals. It was Gorman’s goals, ultimately, that were to make the difference.

In a tight second half, Sylvester’s had the better of the game when it came to taking points chances, but having created a number of glimpses where taking the point perhaps looked more sensible, ‘Boden’s attempts on goal paid off.

They won the game by 3-8 to 1-11, celebrating with a speech from Fetherstone and support having traveled from as far afield as Dubai.

It might not have been the best season for the club’s senior sides, who have fallen short of last year’s lofty highs, but the depth of quality and support at one of Ireland’s largest sporting organisations is clearly still substantial.

Marlay Park was a fitting stage last

next Thursday 10th November at

month for the finale of the U8 and U9

7-30pm. Please let other members, fam-

LGFA go games series. Close to 150 8 & 9

ily and friends know.

year old girls took part in the blitz host-

The club’s 34th AGM will take place

ed by BSJ on behalf of the County Board.

on Thursday, December 1. Please

Visiting clubs included St. Marys Sag-

email nominations for election to

gart, St Judes and Thomas Davis.

Executive and motions for the AGM to

The annual Club Mass for Deceased Members will be held in the clubhouse

secretary.ballinteerstjohns.dublin@ gaa.ie by Saturday, 12 November.

BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S CONGRATULATIONS to our U14A ladies

8.30pm. All Motions and Nominations

footballers as they overcame Binn

must be submitted to bodenhurling@

Eadair in the championship final .

gmail.com by 8.30pm on 16th November

Great win for the girls!

2016.

Well done to our under 12 hurlers win-

Please note the AGM of the ladies foot-

ning the Division One League Final beat-

ball section will take place in the club-

ing Castleknock..

house on Thursday, 17th November at

Hard luck to out U15 footballers who were defeated by St Sylvesters in the ‘A’ Championship Final.

The AGM of the Hurling Section will take place on Wednesday, 23rd November at

8.30pm The annual Mass for deceased members and their families will take place on Saturday 19th November at 19.00pm in the club.

NAOMH OLAF AT the AGM of Naomh Olaf GAA Club held

Finn Máirtín - P.R.O.

on 26 October the following were elect-

Committee Members:

ed to act on the Executive Committee

Mary Shivnan - Tara O Brien - John

2016/2017:

McGrath - David Burke - Paul O Sullivan -

John O Brien - Chairperson

Liam Donnelly - Colm McEnerney

John Somers - Vice Chairperson

Many thanks to the outgoing Executive

Maeve Kearns - Secretary

under Cathaoirleach Anthony Delaney

Paddy Kiernan - Treasurer

for their huge committment over the

Caroline Canna - Registrar

past 12 months.

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Popular Rathfarnham Fitness Club Shapes Up! Run, swim, or dance your way back to fitness this winter, all without having to brave the cold and blustery weather!

Based in Nutgrove Retail Park in Rathfarnham, Prime Fitness, which operates under the énergie fitness brand, has an exciting new winter schedule of over fifty different classes, and is shaping up as a fitness club that offers a lot more than the average gym.

Functional training is provided in a specially designed space for groups and individuals of varying fitness levels.

Several exercise stations work to condition the body all over, and specific exercise techniques are outlined by énergie trainers, according to the individuals’ strength Sandra Dunne, Operations Manager, Prime Fitness, Kyle Good, Irish International Hockey Player and Eoin Kaar, Manager, énergie Rathfarnham. and personal fitness goals.

The modern facility has a 20 metre swimming pool, as “My children Aimee and Aaron have been lucky to have the gym and access to machines and equipment are well as the gym and studios, so there is literally something Patricio as their teacher at énergie in Nutgrove, but I can among the high points for énergie member, Darren Brenfor everyone, club manager, Eoin Kaar says.

“The énergie team has the personal touch, and we strive honestly say all the coaches are excellent. They are enthu- nan.

“The swimming pool is another bonus, and there is a to get members into classes and gym routines to suit their siastic and patient and instil a love of swimming in the good mix of classes, depending on what you’re into. The fitness goals. We have a relaxed motivational approach children”, local mum Tara Jordan-Cosgrove says.

There are swimming lessons for local Primary Schools, staff are very approachable and devise new and different for everyone, young and old”, the énergie manager insists.

At énergie everyone is friendly and there is a sense of and the club facilitates children and adults with special individual programmes, so you don’t get bored with the family and community, according to member, Kathy Foy needs, as well as individuals using the pool for physio- same routine”, he says. therapy.

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Free Day Pass “The instructors are professional, but have a great sense A free day pass to try the facilities and classes, and meet of fun, and their enthusiasm shows in the classes. There Your Local Fitness Family Part of the leading Prime Fitness group across Ireland, the énergie Fitness team, is included in this week’s paper. is a good social aspect too; the ladies from my favourite énergie Fitness Rathfarnham also offers a spa pool and The club is open from 6.00am to 10.00pm weekdays, aqua class have become real friends”. steam room, relaxing beauty therapy, a café bar, and with 9.00pm closing on Friday nights, and from 8.00am sports injury clinic. to 6.00pm on weekends.

A unique free five week ‘results-guaranteed’ émpower Membership costs from just over €10 per week, and programme at énergie addresses individual fitness needs, includes use of all facilities and the free five week émpower programme. An annual membership of €510 offers giving all the support and advice needed for real results.

Fundraising and social events are regularly held, such two month’s free club access. Discounted rates are also as this summer’s Swimming Gala & Pool Party, backing offered for corporate partners.

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The pool is also given free of charge to the local Half 4994244.

Moon Swimming and Water Polo Club, to support their training needs.

Exercise Classes for Everyone Make a Splash!

Aqua fit classes most mornings have a huge following among local mums and older members. Teens enjoy the afternoon fitness classes, and those working in the daytime have gym sessions and classes early morning, in the evenings, and on weekends.

The club’s 20m pool is a huge draw at énergie Rathfarnham, where swimming lessons book out fast, particularly as they are open to non-members too.

There is a free assessment to find the right class for those learning to swim, and class sizes are small.

Most of the swimming teachers have been with énergie a long time, getting to know their students and their needs and ability.

Exercise classes including spinning, step aerobics and Zumba are available, as well as strength and toning classes, and calming yoga and Pilates for core strength and flexibility.

“We have a hi-tech spinning studio, and TRX training, using suspension straps, so users work against their own body weight for fast, effective strength training”, club manager Eoin Kaar says.

There is a new MMA based boxing class, and invigorating FitSteps classes, based on classic dance moves, for high impact aerobic exercise and toning.

Personal trainers work with individuals in the gym on tailored exercise programmes using resistance and cardiac equipment.

Plenty of parking, great opening hours, loads of room in

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