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DELIGHT on the double as Dublin’s footballers won dual success in Croke Park, painting a delighted city bright blue.

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MAN SAID CONCERNS WEREN’T ADDRESSED AFTER INCIDENT

Lucan dad slams Karting company after teen injured PADRAIG CONLON

A LOCAL father, who claims his daughter could have been decapitated, has accused a karting company of failing to acknowledge his concerns.

Lucan resident, Cillian Canavan brought his daughter Caoimhe and son Cian to Kylemore Karting for what they hoped would be a fun filled day out in June.

It was Caoimhe’s 12th birthday and she wanted to spend it racing her Dad and brother at the local karting track.

After 10 laps, she was in involved in an incident that made her crash into a barrier.

“The impact caused her

The injuries that Caoimhe allegedlly received at Kylemore Karting

helmet to come clean off her head,” Dad Cillian told Dublin Gazette.

“This caused her neck damage and scars and left

her a bit traumatised.

“The staff at Kylemore put the helmet back on her, put her in another car and let her off again, this

is after the same helmet had hit off the ground.

“She stopped a lap later not feeling well.

“I have been told by experts that the helmet should never come off.

“Imagine if another car had been coming behind her and hit her while she had no helmet on?

“She could have been decapitated with the helmet on the ground.”

Caoimhe was left with a large scar around her neck and other injuries.

“We brought her to the doctor, who found abrasions on her neck and an injury to her ankle,” Cil-

lian said.

“I am very concerned about any plastic surgery, that maybe needed down the line.”

The behaviour of Kylemore Karting also made Cillian very angry.

“Following the incident, they rang me, and after looking at the CCTV, they said it was a freak incident and offered us three free passes,” he said.

“I feel that Kylemore doesn’t give a damn and won’t even acknowledge my concerns.

“They say everything was checked before she got into car by staff, I have an email off them.

“They also said impact injuries are to be expected, yet other go karting companies I contacted say the helmet should never come off.

“I asked Kylemore to remove the helmet from circulation in case it happened again, they won’t.

“I believe this incident is far more serious, and I think the authorities should be aware of it.”

Dublin Gazette contacted Kylemore Karting for a comment on Cillian Canavan’s claims, but had not received a reply at the time of going to press.

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Brian Murphy who attends Enable Ireland in Sandyford

Dig deep for Enable Ireland DUBS are being asked to dig deep and help support Enable Ireland’s Life With No Limits fundraising campaign.

Currently running until this Sunday, September 22, the annual fundraising and awareness-raising event will make a huge difference to people in Dublin and all across the country, with your support.

By purchasing Life With No Limits merchandise from Enable Ireland’s charity shops, and in TK Maxx stores, the public will be supporting Enable’s services for more than 8,500 children and adults with disabilities.

The campaign is also giving children and adults a platform to talk about their life with no limits Alternatively, you can also donate online at www. enableireland.ie.

Climate plan funds praised CLLR Emer Higgins (FG) has welcomed news that funding will be allocated for implementation of the South Dublin Climate Action Change Plan adopted by councillors last week.

She said: “Taking action on climate change is a key priority of this council.

“As part of the plan, South Dublin County Council has committed to investing €250,000 on a whole host of measures which ... are practical investments which our people will benefit from.”

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DETERMINATION: TWO SARAHS TEAM UP FOR AN INSPIRING CHALLENGE

Lucan Girl Guide Leader survives hiking Belgium on €3.25 a day PADRAIG CONLON

A LUCAN Guide Leader has reached the pinnacle of Guiding by hiking 180km through Belgium in 10 days while carrying camping and cooking equipment, clothes, food, water, and surviving on just €3.25 a day.

Sarah Kenny (23), a dietitian in St James’s Hospital and a volunteer Leader with Tir na nOg Guides in Lucan, and her teammate Sarah Canavan (22), were among 12 Irish Girl Guides members to take on the Explorer Belt challenge.

Held every three or four years, the challenge tests the skills young women have learned through their involvement in Guiding.

The two Sarahs also kept a log book and successfully completed a series of projects during their 10-day survival adventure in the Westhoek region.

The two Sarahs get on with their Belgian adventure

The projects involved finding out about the local culture, history and geography (without

using a smartphone) and doing a service for the local community.

Their route took in many of the

Flanders Fields historical battle sites, as well as towns and countryside, and a day at the seaside.

“Overall, it was a great experience,” Sarah Kenny told Dublin Gazette. “There were many challenges and long days, but the people we met along the way were so lovely and so kind.

“One of the highlights was our first indoor night when we didn’t have to put up our tent and our lovely hosts made us dinner.

“Another was finding the most delicious ice-cream after a long day walking. Some days were hard, but I think we were both a bit too stubborn to give up!

“The biggest highlight was definitely getting on the bus at the end and collecting all the other teams and hearing their stories.

“Receiving the Explorer Belt, following the assessment interviews, was such a great feeling.”

S h e a d d e d : “ We we re extremely nervous beforehand, and had convinced ourselves we weren’t going to get it!”

WATCHDOG

Drones could tackle illegal dumping DRONES should be used by South Dublin County Council in the battle against illegal dumping.

This is according to John Curran, Fianna Fáil TD for Dublin Mid-West, who said he welcomes an increase in Local Authorities using the Anti-Dumping Initiative (ADI) to purchase drones to tackle illegal dumping.

“There are many wellknown dumping black spots in South Dublin County Council area that would benefit from drone surveillance.

“Many of the ADI projects cited covert and overt CCTV to target dumping blackspots, while another gave information on the purchasing of dummy CCTV cameras and poles,” Deputy Curran said.

“While these efforts are also important, I do believe that when used appropriately, drone surveillance is highly effective and would urge Local Authorities to appraise their use.

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COST: INSURANCE PREMIUM RISES BY ALMOST 400 PERCENT

Horse riding centre faces closure due to rising insurance premium PADRAIG CONLON

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LO C A L h o rse riding centre for disadvantaged children is in danger of closing, due to skyrocketing insurance costs.

The Fettercairn Youth Horse Project, a community-based horse-riding centre in Tallaght, run horse riding lessons and camps for all ages.

The project trains young people in Fettercairn in horse riding, animal welfare and horse management skills.

It also operates traini n g p ro g ra m m e s fo r local schools and youth groups; riders with physical/ learning disabilities, and young people from socially excluded groups, including Travellers.

However, FYHP board

member, Dara Larkin told Dublin Gazette their insurance has become so expensive they may not be able to continue operating.

“Our current insurance premium of €42,000 is unsustainable, and it threatens the very future of Fettercairn Youth Horse Project,” he said.

“Last year, we paid €8,500 for our public liability insurance.

“This cover was provided, through our broker, by a London based syndicate who, since the start of 2019, has withdrawn from the Irish equine market.

“We had to close down the project for two weeks.

“We were very fortunate to obtain alternative cover through a new broker; however, the cost of €42,000 was a huge

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The youth horse project faces closure with the rise of insurance premium

increase on what we previously paid.

“Obviously though, this cost is not sustainable for the Horse Project long term.

“Our reserves have already been substantial-

ly reduced and the future of the Horse Project is now under threat.

“Actually, if we hadn’t got reserves saved, which gave us a bit of breathing space, we could have gone under.

“If the cost of the premium remains the same next year, then we will have to close which

would be terrible for the community.

“Last year, we provided over 10,000 lessons.

“I just want to get our story out there and create awareness of what is happening.

“We’ll have to start looking at other ways to generate revenue, but we won’t give up on FYHP.”

THIS Saturday would have been legendary musician, Mic Christopher’s 50th birthday.

To honour the memory of the much loved and massively missed singer songwriter, Mic Christopher, his friends and fans will gather in Whelan’s on Saturday night for a concert.

His only album, the award-winning Skylarkin, was released posthumously in 2002, and Mic’s life and work is also the subject of an epic new film, “Heyday: The Mic Christopher Story,” which premiered over the summer.

Mic was born in New York but grew up in Clondalkin with parents, Harry and Vaun and sister Maureen.

Saturday night’s gig will include performances and collaborations from Lisa Hannigan, Tim Burgess (The Charlatans), Mark Geary and Ailbhe Reddy.

All proceeds on the night will go towards Aidlink’s local partner charities in Kenya and Uganda.

Tickets (€29) are on sale now from www.bornoptimistic.com

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THEATRE: TWO SHORT PLAYS TO PROVIDE AN EVENING OF BELLYACHES AND POLITICS

Compelling new plays sure to entertain PADRAIG CONLON

THERE’S a real treat in store for theatre fans in Clondalkin and across West Dublin next week when Clondalkin drama, Group tread the boards once again.

The acclaimed group will be performing a night of two plays that they are calling “an evening of bellyaches and politics”.

The two short plays, which take place in Quinlan’s Black Lion Pub from next Tuesday, September 24 to Thursday, September 28, are guaranteed to create nights full of laughter and entertainment.

First up, and The Fat Lady Sings in Little Grimley is a one-act comedy written by David Tristram to continue his Little Grimley saga.

B e i n g d i re c te d by Sinead Breen, this play is set around the Little Grimley Amateur Dramatic Society, facing yet another threat to their survival.

The society’s four figures must pull together to devise an ingenious military-style plan that doesn’t, well, go quite to plan. Could this finally be the end of their society?

Moving on, and Going Green is a tragic comedy also written by David Tr i s t r a m , t h i s t i m e

directed by Alan McNally.

This play focuses on ‘John Brown’, the future leader of the Green Party, set up as a man with vision, and a man with charisma – but he’s also a man with a problem.

Forced by a mystery illness to quit his beloved politics, John decides to give one, last blistering farewell speech at the annual conference.

The party faithful rise as one to greet their hero, with the press cameras flashing away, as John stands to deliver his final, stark message to the waiting world: “Go Green ... or die.”

Little could he know just how profound those

‘Orange’ you glad you came!

THE Inspired@SouthDublin health and wellbeing festival was held in Corkagh Park, Clondalkin last Saturday, as part of South Dublin County Council’s Health & Wellbeing Week. Hosted by South Dublin County Sports Partnership, in conjunction with Dublin’s Outdoors and South Dublin County Council, the free event had three separate themes – Inspire Us, Inspired Sport, and Inspired Wellness and was packed with activities for people of all ages and abilities. The event ended with a free colour run through Corkagh Park. See full gallery next week.

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First of nine public water fountains placed in Tallaght SOUTH Dublin County Council has placed a new public water fountain at the Civic Plaza in Tallaght, which is the first of nine fountains they’re set to install this year.

According to the Counc il, the public water fountains are “aimed at supporting wellbeing and healthier lifestyle choices, promoting active travel options and encouraging the use of reusable flasks and bottles over

single-use plastics.”

Over the next few weeks, eight additional water fountains are due to be installed at the Civic Plaza Clondalkin, the Triangle Lucan Village, the athletics track in Griffeen Valley, the Playground in Tymon Park, Rathfarnham Castle, Main Street Rathcoole, the Playground in Waterstown Park and Corkagh Park.

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Fountains provision are an action of South Dublin County Council’s Climate Change Action Plan 2019 – 2024, that was also launched last week.

The Climate Change Action Plan identifies the main climate risks facing South Dublin County and includes both the Councils’ and the current levels of greenhouse gas emissions across the South Dublin County Council area.

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Members Clondalkin Drama Group has been running since 1957, and has members ranging from 16 to 70 years old.

The group regularly performs for the people of Clondalkin and beyond

in Quinlan’s Black Lion Pub and Moyle Park College, and stage many productions, varying from comedies and dramas, to pantomimes for kids.

Tickets are on sale in Clondalkin Village Hardware; €5 for the opening night, or €10 every other night, with the plays for over-12s only.

Cianna Bramble (as Madeline), John Colgan (Sir Clive), Shantel Dwyer (Laura), Michaela Courtney (Christine), Matthew Hall (John Brown) and Sean O’Reilly (Brian)

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Roddy Whelan and Mohamad Sabic

Gar Houlihan, Mayor Cllr Vicky Casserly, Paul Byrne and Kevin Butler officially open Anytime Fitness

Anytime Fitness launches a new Clondalkin gym

A Padraig Byrne, Luke Heapes, Kevin Butler and Klaudia Rydz. Pictures: Emily Gallagher

NYTIME Fitness, the world’s largest and fastest-growing 24-hour fitness franchise, has opened its third club in Ireland, in Clondalkin. Anytime Fitness is the only gym in Ireland that is officially open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, giving members the convenience to work out whenever it suits their busy lifestyle.

Leanne, Eden and Kevin Butler

Niamh Holohan, Siobhain Monerawela and Mayor Vicky Casserly

Kenny Egan and Mayor Cllr Vicky Casserly

Helelna Kavanagh and Aisling McGloen

Although a relatively young gym brand in Ireland, the Anytime Fitness gyms are part of a worldwide network of more than 4,000 gyms across four continents servicing upwards of 3,000,000 members.

A number of well-known local faces came running to welcome the new gym, which further supports a healthy body of businesses in the area.

Keith Joyce gets in a workout

Luke Heapes, Philip McLoughlin and Paul Copeland

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Clockwise from above: Dublin ladies footballers, from left, Sarah Fagan, Orla Nolan, Ciara Trant, Jennifer Dunne and Rachael Fleming with Patma Harish and her son Jai, age 12, from Blanchardstown; The victorious Dubs meet the nursing staff in Temple Street’s Top Flat ward; Dublin footballers meet Alex Daly, age 6, from Stillorgan; Daniel Adams with Eoin Murchan and below Jake O’Donovan and his dad meet Eoin Murchan

Dublin heroes visit children with cups W

inning Dublin players from both codes brought a smile to the children faces, with visits to both Temple Street and Crumlin Hospital respectively.

Following the men’s 1-18 to 0-15 point win over their Kerry rivals, Jim Gavin and his some of his team, made the short hop to Temple Street Hospital on Sunday, for goal hero Eoin Murchan to show off the prized Sam Maguire.

Following the ladies 2-03 to 0-04 win on Sunday over Galway, Mick Bohan and his team arrived to Crumlin Hospital early on Monday to meet some fighters in their own right.

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Mark Ryan, Mick Clohisey and Sean Doran

Derek Keating, Julie Reily, Catherine Farrell, Anne Tiernan and Kerry Constant

Harriers open new track

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A coach leads the warm up and strech

he Lucan Harriers A.C. 5 Mile road race took place on Sunday 8th September. It was a celebration and official opening of the new track in Lucan.

The winner of the race was Mick Clohisey of Raheny Shamrock A.C. in a time of 24:12 with Sarah McMahon of Dundrum South Dublin A.C. taking the top female position. Gary Farrell was the lead runner home for the host club in a time of 28.22.

Shane Moynihan and Mayor Vicki Casserly

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Sam Duigenan sits on the Garda motorbike

Maura O’Reilly and Brian Carroll

Katie Lambe gets to grips with a garda baton Alfie Daly with the Garda Mounted Police.

Lucan Garda station open doors for the day

Finn and Noah Bradley radio from the garda van

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his year marked the 13th year of the annual Open Day at Lucan Garda Station. As always it was a fantastic turnout enjoyed by young and old. Everyone was delighted with all the various units on display and entertained by the wonderful Garda Band. This year saw the introduction of the new mini Garda competition .

Krzys Zapart, Emmet Connor and Brendan Macken Aisling Lennon takes the garda van for a spin

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FEATURE: FESTIVAL SET TO EXPLORE OUR FASCINATING PAST, AND EVENTS FROM ALL AROUND THE WORLD

Explore Dublin’s rich history PADRAIG CONLON

THE best-selling author of Wild Swans, Jung Chang; radio presenter, Joe Duffy; and popular historian and TV presenter Dan Jones are among the must-see guests at next month’s Dublin Festival of History.

Taking place from October 1-20, this year’s festival will see more than 150 walks, tours, exhibitions and talks take place across the city.

An annual free festival, brought to you by Dublin City Council, and organised by Dublin City Libraries, it has a wellearned reputation for attracting best-selling Irish and international historians to Dublin for high-profile history talks

Pictured at the launch of Dublin Festival of History at the Registry of Deeds, Henrietta Street, Dublin 1 are broadcaster and author Joe Duffy; Mairead Owens, Dublin City Librarian and the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Cllr Paul McAuliffe. Picture: Julien Behal Photography

and debate.

This year’s festival promises to be very interesting with talks on many diverse subjects such as the relationship between fashion and the city; a look at the history of housing prices in Dub-

lin; the 50th anniversary of The Moon Landing; the premiere of a documentary on the famous Alcock and Brown 1919 flight across the Atlantic; and an in-depth look at the partition of Ireland, 100 years on from

the War of Independence.

The festival will culminate with a ‘Big Weekend’ of talks at the Printworks, Dublin Castle, taking place from Friday, October 18 to Sunday, October 20.

Speaking at the recent launch of the festival, the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Paul McAuliffe, said: “Since it began in 2013, the festival has gained a

reputation for attracting world-class, best-selling historians of national and international significance, and 2019 is no different. “ We l o o k fo r w a rd to welcoming speakers such as best-selling authors Jung Chang, Tom Holland, Dan Jones and more to Dublin to share their knowledge and join us in a celebration of history, how it has shaped

who we are, and its significance in shaping who we become.

“As Ireland’s largest free history festival, with more than 150 events taking place across 65 venues on a diverse range of topics, there’ll be something for everyone this October.”

Dublin City Librarian, Mairead Owens told Dublin Gazette: “History is all around us – in our

built environment as we walk through the streets, in the stories we tell, and in the particular phrases we say.

“This year’s festival will bring alive the multifaceted nature of history, from the impact of political decisions such as the partition of Ireland, or the building of the Berlin Wall, to the story of Lemon’s sweets, the Periodic Table, and even how Constance Wilde helped women to start wearing trousers.”

All events are free and the full programme is available from libraries or at http://dublinfestivalofhistory.ie/.

Katie Taylor helps new initiative try to KO Motor Neurone Disease PADRAIG CONLON

A NEW initiative – Watch Your Back MND – that was set up by singer Roy Taylor and his son, Terence, was launched recently at an MND event at The Shelbourne Hotel.

Watch Your Back MND aims to raise awareness and funds for research into Motor Neurone Disease (MND), a life-changing condition that affects a person’s ability to live out a normal life.

Roy was a well-known singer on the Irish cabaret scene and represented Ireland in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1988 with his band, Jump The Gun. Almost 30 years to the day of taking to the famed Eurovision stage, Roy was given the dreaded diagnosis of MND. Of his diagnosis, he says: “I could have rolled into a ball, or rolled up my sleeves to do something about it, and the latter is what I decided to do.”

Terence has been instrumental in encouraging his father to roll up his sleeves. He says: “Dad has written and recorded a Big Band Swing song to spread positivity, and to show the true levels of optimism that now exists about beating this dreadful disease.”

The first fundraiser for Watch Your Back MND could not be more apt, as Olympic champion and Boxing World Champion Katie Taylor has donated her fight-worn

gloves from her professional US debut in 2017 (pictured).

The gloves are a very special piece of sporting history to help KO MND, and the €5,000 raised

by Watch Your Back MND is being donated to Research Motor Neurone, a world leading MND research group led by Prof Orla Hardiman at Trinity College.

To make a donation and help support the initiative, see http:// watchyourbackmnd.com/.

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The late, great Maeve just one of the writers to treasure at an upcoming Dalkey arts festival CELEBRATE the life and works of the late, great author Maeve Binchy (right) at Dalkey Castle and Heritage Centre from October 4-6.

The ECHOES festival is now entering its third year, and a host of Irish writers, poets and comedians are set to feature, including Roisin Ingle, Cathy Kelly, Deirdre O’Kane and many more.

The theme for this year’s festival is the concept of community in contemporary writing in Ireland, with a range of thought-provoking talks, debates, interviews, and walks planned.

ECHOES starts on Friday, October 4 with a performance of Binchy’s Aches and Pains, adapted by the late Shay Linehan, followed by a series of discussions of Binchy’s works on the Saturday.

A Maeve Binchy & Irish Writers Guided Walk

will also take place on Sunday, October 6, at 11am from Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre.

Speaking about ECHOES 2019, Margaret Dunne, manager of Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre said: “We have a fantastic programme for what is now the third edition of ECHOES, and this year’s event is set to be the best yet.

“Maeve Binchy believed that shared experiences created and fostered communities and the ECHOES series of talks will explore this belief in depth.

“We are delighted to have such an exciting and diverse line-up of writers and we are really looking forward to what will be a fantastic weekend.”

Tickets for the festival can be booked online now at www.echoes.ie.

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FOOD & DRINK

Craig Grattan, founder of The Sweet Potato Pizza Co

A potato base could be spud-tacular for pizzas Maintaining a gluten-free, nutritious and tasty diet is getting easier all the time – but identifying if you are a coeliac is vital for good dietary health

Warning up to 8,000 kids undiagnosed as coeliacs GARY IBBOTSON

THE Coeliac Society of Ireland (CSI) has warned that up to 8,000 Irish children with undiagnosed coeliac disease are at a high risk of becoming malnourished.

The warning follows a Liverpool teenager becoming deaf and blind due to a junk food diet that left him severely lacking in essential nutrients for more than a decade.

The CSI has said that

parents and health professionals need to be aware that undiagnosed coeliac disease can have a lasting impact on the development of a child.

Sarah Keogh, a dietitian with the society, said: “People with undiagnosed coeliac disease cannot process gluten, so every time they eat food containing gluten, the lining of their gut is damaged and struggles to absorb key nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.

“This results in malnutrition, which in children can be

characterised by low bone density, stunted growth, delayed development and an inability to concentrate properly in school.”

It is estimated that around 10,250 of the estimated 50,000 people in Ireland who have coeliac disease are aged 14 or under – however, only a quarter of them have been diagnosed.

Keogh said: “Coeliac disease isn’t just tummy trouble. Symptoms can include stomach pains, bloating, weight loss, migraines, infertility, anxiety, mouth ulcers, and skin rashes, or tiredness.

“We need more parents

and health professionals to ‘think coeliac disease’ if they spot the symptoms.

“Tens of thousands of children and adults in Ireland are suffering unnecessarily because they have undiagnosed coeliac disease.

“The impact of being malnourished as a child can last a lifetime, so it is vital that they are diagnosed as early as possible and switch to a strict gluten-free diet.”

Coeliac disease is a lifelong autoimmune condition that is currently incurable. It can only be treated by following a strict gluten-free diet.

Once a coeliac sufferer is diagnosed and gluten is removed from the diet, their bodies will be able to properly absorb nutrients and they will start to thrive.

The Coeliac Society’s ‘Promise’ Gluten-Free Living Show takes place on September 28 at the Green Isle Hotel here in Dublin.

The event is a one-stop shop for anyone suffering from coeliac disease or living a gluten-free lifestyle, with dozens of exhibitors showcasing hundreds of food products.

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“Honest2Goodness Farmer’s Market in Glasnevin was the first market that gave me the opportunity to sell my product, which I will always be grateful for.

“There are three products at present, all nine-inch pizzas.

The toppings have been chosen based on research and, more importantly, people’s feedback,” says Grattan.

The Sweet Potato Pizza Co is the first of its kind in the Irish market and launches this week into SuperValu, in north Dublin and north county Dublin as part of the SuperValu Food Academy Pro-gramme.

The Sweet Potato Pizza Co’s current offerings include chorizo, feta cheese and spinach leaf; parma ham, mushrooms and fresh rocket; and sundried tomato, red onion and spinach leaf.

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A legendary venue, but

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its Guinness has room to improve FOR many, Johnnie Fox’s is considered a tourist trap, but for me it’s much more. The craic, the atmosphere and the music result in a good time on every occasion. Yes, it can be filled with busloads of tourists, but that adds to the charm, aptly summed up by their statement that: “There are no strangers here, only people who have not yet met”.

The staff have the operation down to a T, so you are always met with a smile and never left long waiting for a pint or a spot at the bar. As a bar, a restaurant, a music venue, two museums and great views of the Valley of the Holly, Johnnie Fox’s pretty much has it all.

The pint, unfortunately, doesn’t do the place justice. It’s a real shame an institution like this hasn’t got it right. The taste was off, and the cream never held its own, meaning it needs a bit of attention – and soon. To be fair, it’s all the place is missing. @guinnessadvisor

COMING from a construction background, Craig Grattan didn’t think he’d ever enter the food industry – especially as an innovator.

“About six years ago, I became physically active and healthconscious of the foods I was consuming in my daily diet,” says Grattan, founder of The Sweet Potato Pizza Co. One weekend, Grattan experimentally used sweet potato to make a pizza base and everything changed.

“Over the course of months that followed, I researched the frozen pizza industry and realised that there was an opening for a healthierstyle pizza, whilst perfecting my recipe for my pizza.

“I decided to take my products to a farmers’ market to get the public’s reactions and thoughts.

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THIS is another real easy to drink American IPA from this Dublin brewery based in Dolphins Barn.

It’s soft and well-balanced with a nice hoppy kick but is a nice smooth pint, all in all.

It has a 6.6% ABV which is slightly more than sessionable but you could easily spend the afternoon or evening enjoying a session of this beer.

Go try it and support your local brewery.

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WHETHER it’s your own wedding or civil ceremony, or if you’re a mum or dad or other part of the wedding party, there’s a lot to think about, plan and organise to help ensure that you – or they – will have a moment to treasure.

Thankfully, we have put together a

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little bit of information that, we hope, will help to make the big day a little easier to arrange.

From helpful nods at some of the top make-up and beautiful on-trend bridal fashions to consider, to some of the very best wedding venues across Dublin or

down the country, you’ll find it here.

Take the time to browse what we’ve put together, and you’re bound to see something, someone or somewhere in here to help make your big day perfect.

So relax, read, and above all, all the best for your (or their) big day!

See inside

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A dream wedding venue surrounded by nature

FOR those looking for a dream wedding venue, Lough Eske Castle could be the icing on the wedding cake.

Set just outside Donegal town, Lough Eske Castle is right at the heart of some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland.

Couples will be treated to a perfect mix of contemporary luxury with a

timeless setting, with the 5-star hotel acclaimed for hosting dream weddings.

With stunning views amidst 43 acres of woodlands, the lovingly restored castle-hotel is the only 5-star hotel in Donegal, comprising 97 beautifully appointed guestrooms, an awardwinning organic spa, Cedars Restaurant and

The hotel offers a spectacular setting and venue

the Gallery Bar. The team at Lough Eske Castle provide superior service and a dedication to their guests that is personal, thoughtful, reliable, consistent and complete.

Let the magic of Lough Eske Castle contribute to perfecting the most memorable day of your life, tended to with Donegal’s famously authentic and warm hospitality.

Book a viewing today and fall in love with the beauty of Lough Eske Castle, with wedding packages from €69 per person.

For further information, see www.lougheksecastlehotel.com, or telephone 074 974 3163.

Part of the hotel’s stunning Ardgillen Suite, which will be staged to give you and your guests memories to treasure

Trust Bracken Court Hotel with the big day FROM the time you step on the red carpet at the Bracken Court Hotel, you will experience the true dedication of a friendly and professional team with a single focus – the success of the most memorable day of your life.

Whether a grand formal affair, or an intimate reception in a very personal style, the Bracken Court Hotel will ensure that your day is everything you hoped for, and more.

Eve r y we d d i n g i s unique, so the hotel only caters for one wedding a day, to ensure couples will have all the space, priva-

Whether for large wedding parties or intimate civil ceremonies, the hotel has great plans

cy and personal attention they require.

The wedding team at the Bracken Court Hotel has more than 40 years of combined experience and provides the ultimate professional advice and

service; from a couple’s first enquiry, throughout their wedding planning, and right through the big day.

The Bracken Court Hotel also hosts civil ceremonies and blessings in a choice of stunning suites; full packages are offered on dressing the suite to suit all wedding styles.

Both of the hotel’s Ardgillan and Martello Suites provide impressive settings for any wedding ceremony, accommodating up to 250 guests; while its elegant private dining rooms are perfect for a more intimate gathering.

With pre- and postwedding celebrations becoming more popular, the Bracken Court Hotel has developed a range of options for couples

to consider as they plan your wedding celebrations.

Why not extend the wedding celebrations and have family and friends get together before or after the wedding day?

The Bracken Court Hotel can offer many different dining options, such as barbeques and buffets, for any pre- and post-wedding celebrations.

The hotel would be delighted to help couples plan an extra special event to share with family and friends, from intimate family dinners to a farewell brunch.

For further information, contact the Bracken Court Hotel’s dedicated wedding team at weddings@brackencourt.ie, or call 01 841 3333.

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Nail it on the day GETTING your nails ‘ring ready’ for your big day is essential to the pampering process.

CND Vinylux have launched four bridal shades with a hue to suit everyone.

There are neutral, semi-sheer tones in the ‘Yes, I Do’ collection,

Be bridal beautiful with these top tips PLANNING A WEDDING can be a stressful time, especially deciding what dress and what ‘look’ to go for.

Whether you’re a bride, or a guest, there are many factors to think of, including your own personal style, the weather, time of year and ultimately – the cost!

Bespoke bridal makeup artist Michelle Regazzoli-Stone has partnered with Catrice Cosmetics to give her advice for flawless wedding make-up based on what she sees as the most popular bridal beauty trends.

Soft metallic golden eye “The soft metallic golden eye look is a top trend for brides this wedding season, and one of my most requested looks when it

comes to bridal make-up.

“The key here is pigmented powder eyeshadows with excellent colour payoff.”

Suggested product: Catrice Superbia Vol. 1 Warm Copper Eyeshadow Edition (€10.15).

Highlighted cheekbones “ S u b t l y h i g h l i g h te d cheekbones is definitely a lingering trend for brides which is continuing into the late 2019 wedding season.

“To create perfectly luminated cheekbones, a soft wash of highlighting powder creates the perfect balance of glow while still maintaining a natural sheen.”

Suggested product: Catrice High Glow Mineral Highlighting Powder (€5.50).

Brides can also take inspiration from steadfast staples, including strong bridal brows.

Using the popular Brow Colorist Semi Permanent Brow Mascara, it will ensure natural colour is intensified and will last all day.

Finally, to make absolutely certain your makeup won’t shift on the big day, make sure to seal the look in with a fixing spray.

A dewy spray can give you a healthy, glowy look, while an anti-shine spray will make certain that make-up will not move.

Try the Catrice Prime and Fine Anti-Shine Fixing Spray for its refreshing effect.

Catrice Cosmetics is available in pharmacies and Penneys stores nationwide.

CATRICE COSMETICS (L-R): Prime and Fine fixing spray, 1-Minute Face Perfector, Highglow Mineral Highlighting Powder, Brow Colorist, Superbia palette

which takes inspiration from details including the bride’s bouquet. The Vinylux finish ensures a seven-day wear, meaning your nails won’t chip on your special day.

The collection is priced at €14.95 per shade, with a gel-like effect topcoat available for €16.95.

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Dorothy Perkins Showcase White ‘Danni’ Bridal Maxi Dress €195

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A GROOM HAS got to look the part on the big day, too.

Suits are a dime a dozen, but it’s important to pick a look that makes you feel comfortable and confident as you stand on top of that altar.

There are a wide range of suits on the high street to choose from, as well as the higher end designers, that are all sure to help you cut a fine shape as you say ‘I do’.

We ’ v e s e l e c t e d some of our top picks f ro m B u r t o n t h a t will ensure you can go from morning to d a n c i n g away t h e night looking picture ready.

Say ‘Yes’ to these dresses!

FOR anyone getting married, is there anything more important than the dress you’ll wear on your special day?

For a dress that’s only worn once, the wedding dress remains the single most important and memorable item of clothing that most women look back at – and

brides-to-be have a lot to look forward to as they look to find the dress.

We’ve picked a few of the more modern styles of dress and accessories, and some classics, to give you some inspiration ahead of your big day - you deserve to look and feel fabulous!

(L - R) Littlewoods Augusta Embellished Wedding Dress €450, Monsoon Eleanor Embellished Grecian Wedding Dress £299, Little Mistress Embellished Top Maxi Dress €115

(L - R) Dune London - Makeup Heel €200, Celebration clutch €235, Brilliante Heel €245, Blingey clutch €105, Marhkles Heel €245

Countdown to your special day in style AHEAD of your special day, don’t forget the little details for picture perfect moments.

Paperchase have a great range of wedding stationary, quirky gifts and table decorations that would look perfect in pictures here’s our top picks!

(L-R) Memories box, Scrapbook, Bridesmaid Proposal Puzzle, Bridal Moments cards, Hipflask, Llama Groom, Wedding Speech Bingo

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Just what you need for a day to delight THE 4-star Westgrove Hotel in the picturesque village of Clane is one of Kildare’s premier wedding venues.

The Westgrove offers everything in one place; a superb setting, luxurious facilities including a leisure club, spa haven, award-winning cuisine, personalised and professional support, along with a can-do attitude.

The Westgrove Hotel has two main wedding suites – the O’Connell Suite, and the Alexandra Suite.

Both have a private bar

and dance floor, and both are adorned with natural daylight.

In addition to the suite for the main celebration, there are also many other areas in the hotel which form an integral part of the day such as the grand staircase, which proves popular for photographs.

On arrival, guests enjoy exclusive use of the roof terrace bar, which links to the wedding garden, while enjoying the sounds of the resident pianist as the happy couple sip their champagne and mingle with their

A Celebrant can arrange a truly personal ceremony

The Westgrove’s grand staircase could provide a perfect backdrop for your treasured photos

family and friends.

The Westgrove’s wedding garden is the perfect backdrop for photographs, outdoor ceremonies and next-day BBQs. The Westgrove offer t wo f a n t a s t i c we d -

ding packages, priced at €10,000 or €12,000 respectively for 100 guests, and it can also offer a bespoke package, depending on the couple’s needs.

For further information, see westgrovehotel.com.

The Radisson Blu St Helen’s will enchant any couple SAY “I do” in style at Radisson Blu St Helen’s Hotel, Booterstown.

Set in luxurious surroundings and an expansive four acres of garden, the 1750 stately mansion offers effortless elegance with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

From perfect pictures and amazing food to exclusive touches and an unrivalled location, you’ll find it all here, in on convenient location.

The Radisson Blu St Helen’s Hotel offers three amazing private dining suites to choose from, each one having its own unique style and character and catering for 20-260 guests.

Historic Radisson Blu St Helen’s Hotel offers one of the finest wedidng venues in Dublin

St Helen’s Hotel has a number of elegant and unique areas which are perfect for civil ceremonies, garden blessings, traditional weddings and post-wedding celebrations.

The hotel’s wedding consultants, Zuzana and Kaela, are available to offer advice and assist you with planning every detail of your wedding day, from reserving your date to co-ordinating all

the finer details.

For further information, see www.radissonblu.ie/sthelenshoteldublin.com, telephone 01 218 6054 , or email weddings.sthelens.dublin@radissonblu.com.

ARE you thinking of getting married, or renewing your vows, and in the need of some advice on how to plan your perfect ceremony?

If so, then the answer may be closer than you think.

Carol Colman is an experienced Celebrant who loves to create special, heartfelt and memorable ceremonies.

She will meet with you and chat about your ideas, then breathe life and magic into them and enhance them with touches of her own, resulting in your perfect ceremony.

Wow your guests with the romantic love story of

how you both met, from the first kiss, to the big proposal.

She will incorporate rituals such as Celtic handfastings, sand ceremonies, and unity candles, to name but a few, into her ceremonies to give that extra special touch.

It is important that on your wedding day your ceremony is just perfect for you both and reflects your personalities, beliefs and wishes.

You can also include your own vows, special poems or readings. Your special day can be formal, casual, or in between – the choice is yours.

Your ceremony can take place on a beach, by a lake, a woodland or at any wedding venue of your choosing – there are so many possibilities for your ceremony and remember, you are only limited by your imagination.

One of Carol’s unique selling points is that she is also available on Sundays, giving her availability any day of the week to suit you. For further information, see www.loveisallyouneed.ie, or contact Carol at 086 203 2833.

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WE’VE shared the following countdown checklist in previous wedding supplements and guides – and it’s proven to be one of our most popular little guides, ever!

So, we’re happy to dish out this great advice yet again, in the hopes that we help to make the coming days, weeks, months – but hopefully not years – until your big day that little bit less daunting or stressful.

Here’s everything you need to know to plan your special day, so tick off what you have to do as your wedding approaches.

The very best of luck!

12 MONTHS TO GO Set a budget Research, visit and book venue and ceremony locations Book photographer Book videographer Book band Start researching wedding suppliers like florist, makeup artist etc Send save the dates

• • • • • • •

8-10 MONTHS TO GO Book ceremony music Order wedding dress Think about accommodation for guests Look into honeymoon options

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4-8 MONTHS TO GO

• Research and book trials

with hair and makeup artists Send notification of intention to marry to the registrar (*this is a legal requirement - you need to give at least three months’ notice) Order bridesmaid dresses Buy wedding shoes and accessories Book DJ Book florist Check passport date and renew if necessary

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3 MONTHS TO GO

• Buy weddings rings • Organise wedding

favours Get Best Man and Groomsmen’s suits fitted Start collecting addresses of friends and family for the invites and buy stamps Decide on music, ceremony, first dance, reception entrance etc

• • •

2 MONTHS TO GO Work on ceremony booklets Send wedding invitations Buy gifts for partner, bridal party, parents

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4 WEEKS TO GO

• Have your final wedding dress fitting

• Confirm menu and any dietary requirements with the venue Chase any guests who have not yet RSVP’d Finalise guest list

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2 WEEKS TO GO

• Collect wedding dress • Organise table plan • Write speeches/vows 1 WEEK TO GO

• Visit venue and go over everything

• Give reception venue/

caterer final guest numbers Attend wedding rehearsal with celebrant Assign bridesmaid/ groomsman as contact person on the day Pack overnight bag Organise envelopes with payments for suppliers – allocate groomsmen to look after on the day

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2-3 DAYS TO GO

• Get nails done • Make any last minute

changes to table/seating plans Collect groom’s/ groomsmen’s suits Confirm time the wedding car will pick you up

Annebrook enchants with ease on the day SITUATED in the heart of Mullingar, the award-winning 4-star Annebrook House Hotel presents wedding couples with a spectacular fusion of 17th Century heritage and the ultimate in modern styling.

This makes Annebrook House Hotel perfect for being both “something old, something new” for happy couples looking for the perfect wedding venue.

Whether it’s to be a grand affair or an intimate reception, the style of couple’s wedding is entirely up to them, with the hotel catering for 30-280 guests.

As a family-owned hotel, Annebrook House Hotel prides itself in offering a very personalised service, from the initial booking stage all the way through to the dream day.

Sumptuous food, combined with topclass service, are the main ingredients of any good wedding and Annebrook House Hotel delivers both these elements seamlessly.

Its friendly and approachable service will ensure any wedding day is everything a couple could want it to be and more.

The wedding team at Annebrook House Hotel constantly strives to keep up to date with current trends to ensure every couple’s day is as memorable and as individual as they are.

For further information, see www.annebrook.ie, or email the dedicated weddings manager at events@annebrook.ie.

Annebrook House Hotel effortlessly marries a historic setting with the latest in modern styling

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A haven of luxury and calm

1 DAY TO GO

DATING back to the 15th Century, the award-winning Darver Castle is a spectacular setting for any romantic and magical wedding.

Situated on 50 acres of fine parkland in the rolling countryside of Co Louth, just 45 minutes or so from Dublin, the castle hotel has been lovingly restored by the Carville family, who continue to care for it.

Only one wedding per day is catered for at Darver Castle, to ensure total privacy for couples.

The hotel is fully committed to making any wedding the most mem-

•

• Drop off wedding decor,

place cards, table names, favours, props, etc. to venue for set up Give list of suppliers/ contact numbers to bridesmaid/groomsman/ other contact Have the rings/wedding suppliers payment envelopes ready for the Best Man for the wedding morning

• •

DAY OF WEDDING

• It’s here! Enjoy every single minute of your special day!

For more see weddingsonline.com or join the Facebook conversation on HIGM (Help! I’m getting married) for a great community of people to help with your planning.

Darver Castle’s breathtaking setting and grounds will enchant any couple and their guests

orable day of a couple’s life and it offers them a unique experience.

Darver Castle is an approved venue for wedding, civil ceremonies and partnerships, which are performed in its

newly refurbished ceremony room within the courtyard.

The hotel’s wedding team can guide couples through this process, ensuring they get the intimate ceremony they

wish for.

Darver Castle has a magnificent banquet hall that can cater for up to 280 guests. The Brabazon Hall showcases stone-cut walls and a beamed ceiling.

This warm and beautiful backdrop will make any wedding feast a dining experience to remember.

There are 41 rooms in total at Darver Castle, located in the beautifully developed main castle itself, as well as around its tastefully presented environs.

D a r ve r C a s t l e h a s designed a range of packages to suit different requirements and budgets.

For further information, see www.darvercastle.ie, email info@ darvercastle.ie or telephone 042 937 9466.

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As a faded one-hit wonder, the former star is desperate for another hit to put him back on top of the charts again, and decides that a satanic deal with the devil is the answer.

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exorcist could be just the thing to help them move on with their lives?

With Winter needing a virgin sacrifice, Martin Martin needing to protect his daughter, and Rose maybe in with a chance of exercising some romantic interests alongside exorcising some ghosts, there’s a lot at stake.

But if our kind heroine, and kind-of Ghostbuster with L-plates, plays this right, it could also mean the end of her meals-forone...

There’s a lot to like about Extra Ordinary, with much of what works about Jimmy Buffett @ The Olympia Theatre, SOLD OUT The Last Boys @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €6

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As sadly, kind Rose, she’s an everywoman lead who anyone would root for, while Forte is clearly having a blast as her pitiful nemesis of sorts.

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SEPTEMBER 25 (WEDNESDAY) Little Hours @ Whelan’s, €19 Seafoam Green @ The Workman’s Club, €10

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BRILLIANT BLUES: LADIES FOOTBALL: DUBLIN Ladies Footballers delivered their third TG4 AllIreland Senior Championship title on a tough afternoon weather wise, in front of a record breaking 56,114 crowd on Sunday at Croke Park.

Wet conditions certainly made it tough for both sides, in what was the lowest combined score in a decider since 2003.

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Salmon Leap’s Liffey delight  sport@dublingazette.com

ON A GLORIOUS autumn day, Jenny Egan and her brother Peter made it a family double while former European junior champion Ronan Foley made a winning debut in his first senior race at the 60th Liffey Descent canoe marathon on Saturday.

In the men’s K2 class, three boats had broken away early on in the race, and halfway through the race at Lucan weir, they were still together.

Foley and Danish partner Nikolai Thomsen were lying second behind Neil Fleming and Barry Watkins at Lucan weir with Argentinian pair Sebastien Fergauven and Sebastien Jocano right behind them.

“We paddled pretty consistently throughout the race and then sprinted up and took the lead about a kilometre from the finish,” said Foley, a previous junior K1 winner in the race, who was paddling K2 for the first time.

With waters high for the first time in many years, their time was 1 hour 46 minutes 40 seconds gave them victory by nine seconds over Fleming and Watkins. It was just off the course best

of 1 hour 40 minutes set in 2016.

Finishing first mixed K2 in a new best time of 1 hour 51 minutes 52 seconds were Jenny Egan and her fiancé Jonathan Simmons of Salmon Leap Canoe Club. It means that Egan has an almost perfect record in this category with seven wins in K2 boats alone since her first Liffey Descent in 2003.

“We finished four minutes faster than in 2015 when we also set a record.

It was my 16th Liffey Descent and we’re delighted,” said Egan.

Brother Peter was winning men’s K1 for the first time in a long career. “I’ve finished third many times in K1 and had a few wins in K2. I’m 40 now and it’s taken me that long,” he said. His time was 1:57 43.

Winning the Over-59 class was Malcolm Banks, another prolific winner at the race down the years and another Salmon Leap club member. Banks won his first of many Liffey Descent titles in 1978. “I’m lucky to have had such a long career and as long as I am able, I’ll continue. I’ve a demanding job and when I’m out paddling all the stress of the job is gone,” he says.

The Leixlip-based club was having

Jenny Egan and Jonathan Simmons traverse the Lucan weir last Saturday.

Picture: Seb Daly/Sportsfile

a good day and finishing second in mixed K2 were Deaglain O Drisceoil and Aisling Smith, both of them previous winners in various categories.

Among other winners for the club were Gary Mawer and Simon van Lonkhuysen who were taking a third consecutive victory in the men’s over 39 K2 class, with their club mates

David Francis and Declan Halton finishing second.

A solid winner of women’s K1 class C was Ciara Gurhy of Wild Water Kayak Club in Chapelizod.

Winning the trophy for best club – based on the combined best times in K1 and K2 - was Salmon Leap Canoe Club.

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LUCAN SARSFIELDS A GOOD win for our Senior Camogie team in Championship, which gets them back on track, they now face a massive game away to Ballyboden this Sunday at 10am.

The Jnr 3 team Camogie team had a good win on Thursday, unfortunately the Inter team lost out to a strong Crumlin outfit. Both U15 hurling teams had good wins over the weekend and it now sees the 15A hurlers through to the Championship Final vs Kilmacud Crokes. U16 footballers opened their Championship with a draw. Disappointment for our Minor A hurlers as they crashed out of Championship, following the loss to a very good and fancied Castleknock side.

This weekend sees our Senior Hurlers in Chamapionship Qtr Final vs Craobh Chiarain at 3pm in Parnell on Saturday. Also this weekend our Minor Footballers will be looking to get their Championships back on track with a win, A are away to Naomh Mearnog, B at home to Whitehall Sunday at 11am. Then finally on Sunday our Jnr B hurlers will be looking to secure 2 promotions in a row as they take on a tough NaFianna side in the Championship semi-final, 3pm 12th Lock. Support very welcome and appreciated as always.

Of course there was a lot of history made last weekend, and the club is of course very proud of our latest All Ireland winners, well done to Darren Gavin (Dublin Senior Football) Abby Sheils (Dublin Senior Ladies Football) and Ken Robinson and Paul Casey (Dublin Ladies Mgt team); As always they all represented the club so well and we are very proud of their achievements.

Our U14 Ladies footballers had a wonderful morning, hosting St Josephs Doorebarefield, before heading in on the bus, organised by our Ladies Section, to break the record crowd at the All Ireland Ladies Final, great support and well done to all involved.

The very popular LUCAN SCARESFIELDS will return this HALLOWEEN, scheduled for two nights this year, keep an eye and ear as full details published later.

Other dates for your DIARY 28th September Bagatelle will be live in the clubhouse. Tickets only €20 for what will be a great nights entertainment.

Staidear agus Sport will be an evening event on Monday 30th September. If anyone is interested they can contact Seamus, 087 218 9960.

There was no winner of the lotto on the 12th September, Numbers were 12, 16, 21 and 23. Next weeks’ jackpot is €13,000, next draw will be managed by Mary Flannery and is sponsored by Newcastle Golf Centre.

SOCCER: LUCAN MAN FUNDING FOR SURGERY

Russell’s injury battle  DAVE DONNELLY

sport@dublingazette.com

LUCAN native Sean Russell faces a battle to save his football career as he seeks a second surgery to correct a multiple knee ligament fracture.

The 25-year-old sustained the horrific injury while playing for his club Limerick in the First Division but had to fund it himself.

While League of Ireland clubs are not required to have insurance to cover players’ medical bills, they are required to compensate any amateur player who sustains an injury.

In Russell’s case, he claims he was under the impression he was adequately insured but has now been left in limbo with his career and continued health on the line.

“I had one surgery, which had to be done immediately as there were a lot of concerns with the leg,” he told the Dublin Gazette.

“And the bills from that surgery had bounced from the club and been billed to me. I was due to get a second surgery a month later,

which would have been in April, and I’m still awaiting that surgery. There were outstanding bills from that surgery.

“I’m fortunate that the Limerick Supporters’ Trust Fund, LIFT, came on board and offered to pay that bill for me, which was an amazing gesture.

“At the moment, I’m left with getting my second surgery done before I stand any chance of playing football again.”

Russell had to take two months off work, unpaid, following his injury and likely will need to do so again if he finds the money for the second surgery.

He has had to move back to Dublin from Limerick and quit his job in order to be closer to his family, while a crowd-funding page has been set up to help pay for his second surgery.

Aside from the financial aspect, the mental stress on him has been considerable as he doesn’t know if he will ever again play the sport to which he’s dedicated his life.

“It has affected my life big time. I was living in Limerick, and I was work-

HAPPY HARRIERS Durkan lands European silver LUCAN Harriers and Ireland’s Annette Durkan, pictured third on the right, helped the country’s Women’s Over-40 side to European Championship 4x100m silver in Venice this week.

She is pictured with teammates Leanne Wellings, Kathryn McDevitt and Sinead O’Regan who ran a time of 52.07. Lucan’s Carol Kearney, meanwhile, ran apersonal best of 1.05.95 to finish 5th in the W50 400m final.

Sean Russell is facing a premature end to his career.

Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

ing a full-time job that I’d just started in pre-season.

“I wasn’t a pro so I needed to work a full-time job. I was on six months probation there and I missed two months of work with the injury, so I lost out on pay.

“Halfway through the job I had to move back to Dublin because, mentally, it took its toll on me. It wasn’t the right environment to be in and I had to come back and be around my family.”

The players’ football association, the PFAI, have assisted him in an unofficial capacity but are unable to intervene as he’s not a professional.

“I went out on to the pitch assuming I was insured. I was told by the club when I was in the surgery clinic that I was insured. I have had contact with the FAI over the last five months when they said they would intervene if Limerick didn’t look after the medical bills.

“They haven’t intervened, and when we have looked for answers, they’ve just told us that it’s been between me and the club.

That’s where it’s at, at the moment.”

Sean’s Gofundme page is here: https://www. gofundme.com/f/seanrussell-medical-costs.

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FOOTBALL: ROUND TOWER, CLONDALKIN MAN MASTERMINDS VICTORY

FOOTBALL

Rewriting the history book

Boden unbeaten in AFL1

ALL IRELAND SFC FINAL Dublin Kerry  CÓILÍN DUFFY sport@dublingazette.com

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EOIN Murchan’s goal provided the springboard as Dublin’s Mens Footballers delivered a historic fifth All-Ireland Senior Championship title in-a-row, at the second attempt, in Saturday’s final replay at a packed Croke Park.

The Na Fianna clubman produced a cracking individual goal that will live long in the memory, as Dublin went from being dead-locked at 0-10 apiece at the break, to claiming a three-point advantage just nine seconds after the restart – placing them into a lead that they wouldn’t relinquish.

Dublin manager Jim Gavin said it was a “fantastic honour” to achieve a fifth title in succession.

“It’s phenomenal for Dublin GAA for this to happen,” he said.

“When you are going into a game like this, you have to focus on trying to get your game-plan and your game right and your performance right and your process right. That’s what delivers a performance

like you saw today, and the result is the outcome of that.

“Obviously it’s a fantastic honour for Dublin, absolutely.”

Gavin felt the lead up to Murchan’s goal was a brilliantly executed team move.

Dublin began this game impressively, leading by 0-5 to 0-1 after just eight minutes – with five scoring opportunities yielding five scores.

Cuala’s Con O’Callaghan, Man of the Match Ciaran Kilkenny and Kilmacud Crokes clubman Paul Mannion were all on target.

Kerry pressed hard for scores, and while Dublin coped pretty well at the back, Paul Geaney and David Clifford cut in to reduce the deficit.

Dublin continued to hold a four-point advantage midway through the half, but Kerry cut the gap to the minimum with Adrian Spillane and Clifford (2) on target.

Dean Rock extended Dublin’s advantage to two points, but with scores from Sean O’Shea and Geaney, Kerry levelled matters at 0-10 apiece at the break.

Both sides offered impressive accuracy in the opening half, but Dublin were more dominant in this department on the restart.

Jim Gavin and Brian Fenton celebrate. Picture: Oisin Keniry/Inpho

Murchan’s pacey run and finish opened up a three-point lead, and although an O’Shea point cut the gap to the minimum 10 minutes into the second half, Dublin drove on.

Half-time substitute Diarmuid Connolly laid the ball off to Kilkenny for an excellent score a minute later, and with Paul Mannion effective adding two points from play, Dublin began to pull away.

Kerry weren’t without their chances

though with Stephen Cluxton pulling off a fine save, after a Stephen O’Brien goal effort.

Dublin looked solid in the closing quarter with Niall Scully, James McCarthy and Rock (2) adding scores on the way to a sixpoint win.

There were jubilant scenes at the fulltime whistle, and pure delight as Stephen Cluxton once again lifted the Sam Maguire Cup.

BALLYBODEN St Enda’s finished out their AFL1 regular season campaign with a 14th win out of 15 outings as they beat St Brigid’s 2-21 to 0-13 in Páirc Úí Mhurchú.

Indeed, they are unbeaten in the campaign with a playoff semi-final to look forward to and championship action against Skerries Harps on September 28.

A Ryan Basquel goal helped make it 1-14 to 0-8 at half-time.

Brigid’s did close the gap in the second half to six points but, for the remaining 10 minutes, the home team got its act together again and outscored Brigids by 1-6 to 0-1 with Alan Flood getting the goal.

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LADIES FOOTBALL: BOHAN HAILS DUB CHARACTER

ST PAT’S, PALMERSTOWN THANK you all who supported our Colours Night in the Palmerstown House.

Great to see so many people come out and enjoy themselves.

Over 90 members travelled to Croke Park for the Ladies final on Sunday.

Thanks to Luke Moriarty and SuperValu for their support.

National Club Draw tickets are now on sale. Buy your tickets quickly and get free entry into two bonus draws.

Well done to our U8 camogie girls on a great performance against Naomh Fionnbarra and Good Counsel. Any girls born in 2013 or 2014, please contact Denise on 086 1591268. A special mention too for Holly Geraghty and Ella Sliney, our two girls of the game against Skerries.

Our U12 hurlers won against St Kevin’s, while our U16 footballers did very well with a championship win over Castleknock.

The Gaelic4mothers played Lucan Sarsfields in a tough match. Anyone wishing to join, please contact Gill on 087 2269059.

Training has now resumed for all teams, and new members are welcome.

Contact details on our website at www.stpatricksgaa.ie The Academy for children born in 2014/15 has resumed in the Pobalscoil Hall on Monday evenings. Please spread the word and bring a friend.

Hurling skills for younger members take place in Glenaulin Park at 6.30pm on Friday evenings. All welcome. Details of all match fixtures will be posted on our website during the week. The lotto numbers this weekend were 4, 10, 19 and 27. We had four Lucky Dip winners who each won €50 – Cian O’Brien, Peter Connolly, Jimmy Owens and Carmel Moorhead. No jackpot winner. The jackpot next weekend will be €5,800 with the draw taking place on Sunday night in the Palmerstown House at 10pm. Lotto tickets are available online and from SuperValu, Palmerstown House, and Manor Hair Studios.

THOMAS DAVIS ON A wonderful weekend for Dublin football pride of place goes to Siobhan, Olwen & Ciara who were part of the victorious 3 in a row Ladies All Ireland winners. Superb performances from Olwyn & Siobhan contributed hugely to a hard fought victory over Galway in very testing conditions.

There was a huge support from the club and well done to all mentors, parents and players who attended the game and thanks to Ger Moore and the lads for the buses.

Congratulations also to the Dublin senior footballers on achieving an historic 5 in a row. They have given us wonderful days over the last decade and have rightfully earned their place in history as the greatest team of all time, despite what Pat Spillane will try to say.

Academy this Saturday 10.00 till 11.00 on the Astro. Any queries please contact

Stephen Stewart on 0876795720.

Results: On the hurling front very good wins for U-12’s against Cuala, both U-13A against Craobh Chiaran, U-13B against Fingallians & U-14’s against St Judes while U-16 footballers were unlucky in defeat in first championship game. Hard luck to minor hurlers & senior camogie who both lost in respective championships. Senior hurlers play Crumlin in semi final of Senior B Championship on Sunday at 4.15 in O’Toole so please come along and support lads in this huge game for the club.

Please also support Ladies footballers who play semi final of Senior A championship against Foxrock next Monday 23rd September at 8.45 p.m in Bray Emmetts in another massive game for the club .

Duffy’s Circus takes place in the club grounds this week . Tickets available from club shop.

Dublin celebrate their success with their family members.

Picture: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

Double dreamland LGFA ALL-IRELAND FINAL

Dublin 2-3 Galway 0-4  CÓILÍN DUFFY sport@dublingazette.com

DUBLIN Ladies Footballers delivered their third TG4 All-Ireland Senior Championship title on a tough afternoon weather wise, in front of a record breaking 56,114 crowd on Sunday at Croke Park.

Wet conditions certainly made it tough for both sides, in what was the lowest combined score in a decider since 2003, when Mayo and Dublin accumulated a combined tally of 12 points, with the Westerners lifting silverware that day in Dublin’s first Senior final.

“Conditions made it very difficult,” Dublin

manager Mick Bohan said..

“In the women’s game, they obviously don’t have the same distance in the kick as they do in the lads.

It makes it more difficult to break it down, particularly the way Galway set up today.

“They came with a plan, they executed it well and made it extremely difficult for us to spray the ball which is obviously what we try to do.”

Bohan was high in his praise for the character shown by his side.

“There were so many scraps won around the field, so many of them on the floor. You just have to be immensely proud of our group after that,” he said.

Dublin and Galway had their fair share in the possession stakes in the open-

ing half, but just produced one score apiece as Dublin led by 1-0 to 0-1 at the interval.

Croke Park sprung to life after Sinead Goldrick rattled the back of the Galway net eight minutes from the break. She came under strong pressure but managed to get off the vital shot as two Galway players collided with the ball looping over keeper Lisa Murphy,.

Galway claimed their only score of the first half with a fine Sarah Conneally point.

After the break, having waited nearly 22 minutes for a score, it didn’t take long for Dublin to get motoring.

Niamh McEvoy and Hannah O’Neill were involved, before Player of the Match

Lydnsey Davey cut through to score a point inside 15 seconds of the restart.

Defences remained on top even when Galway were reduced to 14 players, after Mairead Seoighe was sin-binned following a collision with Ciara Trant.

Dublin netted their second goal during this spell with O’Neill finishing. Galway did keep in touch with two pointed frees from their captain Tracey Leonard.

The Jackies were held scoreless from the 38th to the 54th minute but Galway also found the going tough as they just added one more point – with Róisín Leonard on target.

Dublin finished strongly, meanwhile, with points from Sinéad Aherne and Noelle Healy to ensure a fourth All-Ireland title.

ROUND TOWERS

WANDERERS LOTTO: No winner of this weeks jackpot, numbers drawn were 5-6-13, €25 goes to Fidelma Doyle, Dermot Keating, Deidre O’Connor, Linda Molloy.

Jackpot next week is €9,700.

If our lotto gets to €10k we will start a new draw in the background at €500 and build the weekly €100 on that draw. When the €10k is won our new lotto will start from the background draw. Our Lotto is now online through our Website or Facebook page.

See our Facebook page for more information If you are interested in playing for our Adult Men’s teams this season please contact Dave on 087 7256754.

If you are interested in joining our Ladies team this season please contact Dionne on 0879315556 for more info. Our Juvenile training will return late August and is on Saturday mornings and Wed evenings along with the nursery on Saturday mornings, please contact Fergal on 0876213142 for more details, the club is looking for new members at all levels so please reach out as per above if interested.

Clondalkin club get big 9th Lough support

ROUND Tower’s Under-13 boys recently received sponsorship of 100 sliotars and hurls for

the 2019 season from The 9th Lough takeaway.

Pictured is the 9th Lough’s Ricki Capocci presenting the sliotars and hurls to Round Tower Under 13’s Colm Morris, Lorcan Downey Mark Donnan and Cillian Downey.

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McGrath’s crucial role in three in-a-row

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SIOBHÁN McGrath played a key role for Dublin as they claimed a third TG4 All-Ireland Senior Ladies Football title in a row at Croke Park on Sunday.

McGrath, along with Thomas Davis colleagues Olwen Carey and Ciara McGuigan and Ballyboden St Enda’s player Rachel Ruddy; were part of a squad that completed a memorable weekend for the capital, after the men claimed a historic five-ina-row success the previous evening.

An Eoin Murchan goal

early in the second half provided the springboard in Dublin’s 1-18 to 0-15 replay win over Kerry on Saturday.

The following afternoon, in front of a record breaking attendance, Foxrock-Cabinteely duo Sinead Goldrick and Hannah O’Neill grabbed Dublin’s goals in their 2-3 to 0-4 final win over Galway.

Weather conditions proved testing on Sunday with rain prevailing throughout, and McGrath said it was a tough afternoon for football.

“I think the conditions did have a massive part to play in it. Errors were hap-

Thomas Davis duo Siobhan McGrath and Olwen Carey celebrate at the final whistle. Picture: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

pening more often than they would have been if the conditions were better,” she said.

“It obviously meant that you’d be driving up, the ball breaks down, and you are

on the backfoot trying to get back, so it did have an impact.”

McGrath, captain Sinead Aherne, Lyndsey Davey and Rachel Ruddy are the only players involved in

the squad over 30; and McGrath says it’s still a joy to be involved.

“With the progression of the ladies game, and the likes of what Mick [Bohan] brought in, and

the management team we have around us, it’s been very easy for the likes of myself and Lyndsey to get ourselves into the conditioning that we need to,” she said “I don’t feel my age out there too be honest when I’m out there.

“I think this is great, and good for the ladies game going forward, because you can see all of the other teams there are the same.

“Their conditioning is a lot better than what it used to be.

“It’s what makes me not have to think about whether I want to play for Dublin.

“I want to play and I’m loving every minute of being back and credit to the management team and the girls that are there.

They have made it such a joy to be a part of.”

For Bohan, he said the likes of McGrath are crucial to the side.

“That was an absolute war out there today. And all the scraps, but if you look at the key scraps in that game they were won by the older players.

“When you talk about developing people for the world, for so many different skillsets. I look around our camp at the moment and see those leaders.”