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HOLY DELIGHTED

BY CROKE PARK THE upbeat entertainment and crowd atmosphere over at Croke Park’s World Gathering of Families clearly delighted Cardinal Kevin Farrell and His Holiness Pope Francis last weekend.

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Playground damage sparks call for CCTV Griffeen Valley Park area damaged by fire

MARK O’BRIEN

CALLS have been made to install CCTV in Griffeen Valley Park after vandals once again damaged the playground in the park. News emerged last week that swings in the playground been damaged by fire. The playground had also been targeted by vandals during the summer.

Residents have called for CCTV to monitor the playground following the latest incident.

A council spokesperson said there has been an increase in vandalism incidents across the county.

But the council added that it remains determined that their facilities remain open for the enjoyment of local children.

FULL STORY ON PAGE 5

THE Lucan Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a host of returning favourites next month. The full line-up for this year’s festival was revealed to a packed Kenny’s pub on Monday evening.

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Primary Care Centre to be built in 2019 CONSTRUCTION on the long-awaited Rowlagh Primary Health Care Centre looks set to finally commence in early 2019.

When opened, the centre will employ 36 staff and provide a substantial range of primary care services including; a GP Clinic, a nurse managed clinic, suites for speech and language therapy, occupational and physiotherapy therapy, a dental clinic and a paediatrics suite.

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START DATE FOR ROWLAGH CENTRE CONFIRMED

Primary Care Centre to be built in 2019  MARK O’BRIEN

mobrien@dublingazette.com

CONSTRUCTION on the long-awaited Rowlagh Primary Health Care Centre looks set to finally commence in early 2019.

Although the Department of Education transferred the site to the HSE in 2015, there’s been little progress made on the project.

But this week, the HSE gave a commitment that construction on the centre is set to start in the first quarter of 2019, with an expected completion date in mid-2020.

Local TD John Curran (FF)

has previously been critical of the delays.

He welcomed the news that a start date had been confirmed for the centre.

He said: “After years of inaction, planning permission was finally granted in July 2018 to deliver primary health care to North Clondalkin and I have continued to follow up on this matter with the HSE so that this project is delivered in North Clondalkin in a timely manner.

“It’s been six years since the Rowlagh Primary Care Centre was first announced under the infrastructure stimulus package with a planned completion date of late 2016.

“Three Ministers for Health later and finally

the project has planning permission and a commitment from the HSE to begin construction early next year.”

Deputy Curran urged the HSE to continue with its progress on the “much needed” centre.

“The provision of primary care and multi-disciplinary services in a community setting plays a crucial role in ensuring that those who do not need to be in acute care are removed from a hospital setting,” he said.

“Despite repeated promises there have been no primary care services in our area for quite some time.

“The delivery of Primary Care Centres in the greater Clondalkin and Lucan area has faced alarming delays

HERITAGE

Authors and actors to help bring Dublin’s rich past to life at looming history fest

A BEST-SELLING author, a former Monty Python star and a Pulitzer-prize winning author have been announced as the headline speakers at this year’s Dublin Festival of History.

Pulitzer-winning Anne Applebaum; presenter, writer and Monty Python stalwart Michael Palin (below), and best-selling author Helen Rappaport will headline the festival, which runs from September 24 to October 7.

Dublin Festival of History will feature more than 140 events across the city, including talks, walks, tours and exhibitions on a range of topics including the history of Kilmainham Gaol, the historical impact of gaming, and an evening of conversation and music with Christy Dignam.

There will also be several events to mark 100 years of women’s suffrage, with all events in the festival free of charge.

The festival will end with a ‘Big Weekend’ series of talks at City

Hall and the Printworks, Dublin Castle, from Friday, October 5 to Sunday 7.

Michael Palin will bring to life the history of the ship HMS Erebus, Anne Applebaum will discuss Stalin’s war on the Ukraine in the 1930s, while Helen Rappaport will shed new light on the murder of the Russian imperial family after the Bolshevik Revolution, some 100 years after their death.

Officially launching the festival’s programme of events, Lord Mayor Nial Ring said: “The Dublin Festival of History, now in its sixth year, provides a great opportunity for everyone to find out more about the rich history and heritage of Dublin and Ireland.

“It is one of Dublin City’s Library and Archive Service’s unique ways of preserving, sharing and promoting this history and heritage.”

See the programme of events at dublinfestivalofhistory.ie.

to date but thankfully we are now seeing some slight movement.

“The proposed development, when operational, will be a significant and substantial health service facility in our community; this is something that I have been campaigning for a long time now.”

When opened, the centre will employ 36 staff and provide a substantial range of primary care services including; a GP Clinic, a nurse managed clinic, suites for speech and language therapy, occupational and physiotherapy therapy, a dental clinic and a paediatrics suite.

A mental health suite will operate from 9am-6pm every weekday and some out of hour GP services.

PBP candidates for next local elections chosen PEOPLE Before Profit Dublin Mid-West have selected two candidates to run in the local elections in May 2019.

The sitting councillor for Clondalkin LEA Madeleine Johansson was selected to stand in the new FonthillPalmerstown LEA which takes in the areas of North Clondalkin, Palmerstown and South East Lucan.

Clondalkin native and local activist Kevin Creagh was selected to stand in the Clondalkin LEA. Cllr Johansson said: “I have been representing the population of Clondalkin for the past two years and will continue to work very hard to represent the whole of Clondalkin, as well as the additional areas of Palmerstown and South East Lucan.”

Kevin said: “I have lived in Clondalkin all my life and I am delighted to have been given the opportunity to stand for election to represent my area.”

FASTNews

Current local members Seamus Whelan and Eoin Ó Broin

New course to help your public speaking CLONDALKIN Toastmasters are currently celebrating 20 years of serving the Clondalkin area.

The club is made up of people from all walks of life who come together to practise public speaking, evaluating and impromptu speaking in a supportive, friendly environment.

They are running Speechcraft, a public speaking course, which begins on Tuesday, September 11, at 6.30pm in the Maldron Hotel, Newlands Cross.

The course runs every Tuesday for 8 weeks and is a highly participative and supportive one-hour class.

Clondalkin Toastmasters actively encourages local people to learn more about what Toastmasters has to offer in anticipation of our 2018 / 2019 season which kicks off on Tuesday, September 4, at 7.45pm in the Maldron Hotel, Newlands Cross.

The club were proudly represented at the Clondalkin Festival this summer and encourage people to visit the first meeting of the new term to learn what the club is all about.

Anyone interested in finding out further information can contact Mary at 085 1314032 or visit the Clondalkin Toastmasters website www.clondalkintoastmasters.com or Facebook page www.facebook. com/clondalkinTM.

Gardai warn over fake Electric Picnic tickets GARDAI have issued a warning to festival revellers ahead of Electric Picnic this weekend, saying that a number of fake tickets for the event are being sold online.

Fake ‘print-at-home’ tickets are being sold online for the festival, which sold out within hours of tickets going on sale earlier this year.

Festival organisers have warned that the ‘print-at-home’ ticket format isn’t being utilised for Electric Picnic, with only hard-copy tickets being issued.

An Garda Siochana have also warned that third party payment sites are being used to take money from unsuspecting fans in the ticketing scam.

They have recommended that the public do not buy tickets for the festival from unauthorised or unknown sources online.

Detective chief superintendent Pat Lordan, of the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau, recently said: “We are working closely with the organisers to prevent fans being left disappointed by the activities of criminals. It is important to stress that the print-at-home format is not being used for Electric Picnic and that the public only buy tickets from authorised sources.”

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CORKAGH PARK: INAUGURAL TEAM JAMES RUN FOR BARRETSTOWN TAKES PLACE SEPT 16

Spirits running high for charity fundraising event MARK O’BRIEN mobrien@dublingazette.com

LOCALS looking to get their running shoes on and help a great cause should head to Corkagh Park in two weeks’ time for the inaugural Team James Run for Barretstown.

The event will take place on Sunday, September 16 as part of South Dublin County Counc il’s Health and Well Being Week.

The run is being organised by Team James, a group that has tirelessly raised funds for Barretstown.

Lucan lad James Casserly (12) has Cerebral Palsy and Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA).

His mother Vicki said he was inspired to raise funds for Barretstown a f te r s p e n d i n g t i m e there himself.

She said: “After he (James) was diagnosed with JIA, Crumlin Hospital referred him for a week of Fun in Barretstown.

“In March 2015, we went down as a family for a weekend of the famous #seriousfun and to say James loved it doesn’t quite cover it.

“

ing of confidence, with a smile that could light a room, revived and excited. All sickness forgotten about.

“Barretstown instantly became extremely special to James.”

Part of the treatment for JIA involves chemotherapy and biologic treatments.

He came home oozing of confidence, with a smile that could light a room, revived and excited

“He was then invited down for a week of fun on his own in July as part of their summer camp.

“This was James’s first time away from home without family.

“He came home ooz-

Unfortunately, due to the nature of James’s condition, the medication was not fully effective.

“Before Christmas, James became a little down, as you would

knowing things still were not under control,” said Vicki.

“At this point, we met Mark, of Insanity Fitzone. We explained to Mark what was ongoing with James, introduced them and they instantly hit it off.

“Mark kindly offered to help James get back on his feet.

“Movement is so important for anyone s u f fe r i n g f ro m J I A ; although painful, in the long term, it will help.

“Going to the gym gave Ja m e s a n o t h e r burst of energy.”

James and Mark decided to run the Dublin Marathon and raised over €85,000 for Barretstown.

James also became the youngest person to complete the marathon in a wheelchair.

Since then, Team James has grown and evolved.

James pictured with mum Vicki, dad Dan, aunt Alison and runners Gay Byrne and Pascal Derrien

J a m e s ’s d a d , D a n Naughton, has taken up running and completed the Limerick Marathon with James.

This year, father and son will complete the

Dublin City Marathon.

“James is very excited to have the opportunity to do this alongside his Dad,” said Vicki.

But before that, Team James inviting people to

have an epic day of fun in Corkagh Park.

To register for the event, visit https://www.popupraces.ie/events/teamjames-run-for-barretstown/.

Terrifying carjacking and armed robbery in Firhouse

Harriers have a blast running weekly free 5km LUCAN Harriers recently took over the Griffeen Parkrun, organising the race and carrying out all the volunteer roles. It was a huge success with the sun shining and 197 people running, jogging or walking the free 5k route. Of them, 37 were members of Lucan Harriers Athletics Club and 27

members volunteering including the pacers and tail walkers.

There was also refreshments for after the race with the Club members spending Friday night baking and they put on a real spread.

First home for Lucan Harriers and second overall was Alex O’Brien in 18.06 followed

in 8th place by Will Byrne. First and second ladies home were both from Lucan Harriers with Breda Smyth finishing in 21.19 followed

by Anne Whelan in 23.24. It was a wonderful morning and showcased all that is good with the Club. Pictured are some of the Lucan Harriers volunteers.

GARDAI are investigating following a terrifying carjacking and armed robbery incident in Firhouse on Saturday evening.

The first incident occurred at approximately 7.15pm when a man approached a car and threatened the driver with what gardai say appeared to be a handgun.

The man stole the driver’s cash and phone and then fled in the vehicle.

A garda spokesperson told Dublin Gazette: “Gardai are investigating the hijacking of a vehicle from Firhouse shopping centre.

“The incident occurred on August 25 at approximately 7.15pm.

“A man approached the driver’s side of a vehicle and threatened the driver (man in 20s) with what appeared to be a handgun and stole cash and his phone.

“The suspect then fled in the

vehicle. No injuries were reported.

Investigations are ongoing.”

Fifteen minutes later, an armed robbery took place in Dwan’s offlicence in nearby Ballycullen.

A man threatened a member of staff with what appeared to be a firearm before making off with a sum of money.

No one was injured in the incident.

T h e ga rd a h e l i co p te r wa s launched to help sweep the area following the raid.

Independent.ie report that Rathfarnham gardai are confident the man will be identified through CCTV images from the off-licence.

A source told the website: “He didn’t have his face covered all the time and there are many CCTV cameras at Ballycullen shopping centre that captured his image, including his face.”

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SCHOOL’S BACK: ACTIVE FORMS OF TRAVEL ARE BEING ADVISED

Council encouraging parents and kids to FASTNews get active when going back to school SOUTH Dublin County Council are encouraging parents and children to get active when going back to school.

Cycling, scooting and walking are brilliant forms of transport for people and the planet, as well as being active forms travel.

They also contribute towards the recommended daily amount of physical exercise – 60 minutes

for children and 30 minutes per five days a week for adults.

Ally Menary, road safety officer for South Dublin County Council encouraged people to give serious thought to travelling to school in an active way.

“Active travel is brilliant for everyone, for our health, for our communities and for our wallet.

“September is an opportune

time to break with our car driving habits to try and create healthy ones instead.”

The council advise people cycling, scooting and walking to school to make sure they are aware of what is going on around them.

Never take for granted what others are going to do, use a safe place to cross, and always use the School Warden if you have one.

When travelling by car, be mindful of the more vulnerable road users, such as pedestrians, cyclists, children and the elderly.

Observe the speed limit, obey the instructions of the School Warden and pedestrian crossings, try not to get distracted by anything within or outside the car and be considerate of others where and when you park.

Lucan festival gets set to mark 10 years MARK O’BRIEN

THE Lucan Festival will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a host of returning favourites next month.

The festival will take place from Wednesday, September 5 to Sunday, September 9.

The full line-up for this year’s festival was

revealed to a packed Kenny’s pub on Monday evening.

Speaking to Dublin Gazette this week, Festival chairperson Joe Byrne paid tribute to the volunteers who make the event possible every year.

He said: “We didn’t think when we started it in 2009 that we’d be still here 10 years later.

“In and around half of the committee are still from the original committee.”

The festival once again features a wide range of mostly free events.

Joe said he was particularly pleased to see the return of the historical exhibition to St Andrew’s Parich Centre.

“We had done it for a couple of years but we weren’t able to do it last

thousand people at the fireworks last year but we’re expecting an even bigger crowd this year.”

Rafting on the Weir has been a popular feature of the festival, but low water levels following the warm summer weather, it may not go ahead this year.

Festival organisers say they will make a call on the event closer to the date.

which was started by his predecessor Giovanni Chiassi.

“We’ve had it about five or six years going in there so we’re quite pleased (the grounds will be opened again),” said Joe. The festival will end with the popular Family Fun Day on Sunday, September 9.

Lucan garda station will host their annual Open Day, international

The festival will take place from September 5 to 9

year but this year it’s back on again,” he said.

The fireworks display on the Weir was a great success last year and Joe said he expects it to be even better this year.

“Estimates vary between four and five

Locals will once again have the chance to walk the grounds of Lucan House. Joe thanked new Italian Ambassador to Ireland Paolo Serpi for continuing on the tradition of opening the grounds to the public,

and Irish food stalls will offer some delic ious treats and two stages will feature a Battle of the Bands and the Lucan Gospel Choir.

For information see the Lucan Festival Ireland Facebook page.

Rye River Brewing Company win awards RYE River Brewing Company has won a remarkable 19 awards at the prestigious World Beer Awards 2018.

The giant haul makes the Celbridge company the most-awarded brewery in Europe. Among the awards were best double IPA for McGargles Dan’s Double IPA, best Kolsch style for Grafters Kolsch and best classic style Pilsner for Crafty Brewing Company Irish Lager.

Co-founder and managing director Tom Cronin said: “We are delighted to have received these awards and thrilled to have our passion for quality craft beer and innovation recognised on an international level. Our success in the World Beer Awards make us determined to continue creating great tasting, quality beer.”

In April this year, Rye River Brewing Company picked up three medals at the Frankfurt International Trophy, a further twelve medals at the Alltech Craft Brews and Food Fair in March and eight Great Taste Awards.

Call for bikes rental scheme to be extended FIANNA Fail spokesperson on Dublin, John Lahart has called for the Dublin Bikes rental scheme to be extended to all ‘within-reach’ suburbs.

Deputy Lahart said: “The Dublin Bikes scheme which has been operating since 2009 has proved to be essential element of public transport in the Capital.

“Considering the steady rise in the popularity of cycling as a means of commuting, demand for public rental bikes has never been greater.

“Regrettably any proposed extension to the Dublin Bikes scheme to date only extends to suburbs within the Dublin City Council area.

“Therefore, South Dublin villages such as Rathfarnham, Templeogue, Firhouse, Milltown, Dartry, Dundrum and Walkinstown remain excluded from the public Dublin Bikes scheme.

He called on the four local authorities to work together as part of one scheme.

“As a result of the lack of

cohesion and co-ordination, Dublin Bikes users cannot dock their bike at a location outside of the area serviced by one of the other three private companies.

“There must be a universal payment process to allow Dublin citizens avail of all four bike rental schemes rather than the current system of needing four different registered accounts.”

Charity dog walk A DOG Walk in aid of the Kildare Animal Foundation will take place in Castletown House, Celbridge on Sunday, September 9.

Anyone wishing to take part is asked to meet in front of House 12.15pm, with the walk set to start at 12.30pm sharp.

Organisers invite people to join them in the beautiful landscaped gardens of the historic house for a gentle stroll either with or without your doggy pal.

Donations being collected on the day by our volunteers.

Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times due to the amount of wildlife on the grounds.

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GRIFFEEN VALLEY PARK: CALLS FOR CCTV TO DETER DAMAGE

Vandals damage local playground yet again MARK O’BRIEN

Sharing stories along the Camac KATHERINA Masterson and Joy Sutton pictured at the recent Walk and Talk along the Camac River. The event was held as part of Clondalkin Heritage Week and organised by members of Friends of the Camac. Picture: Simon Peare

CALLS have been made to install CCTV in Griffeen Valley Park after vandals once again damaged the playground in the park.

The playground has repeatedly been the target of anti-social behaviour, with the latest incident occurring last week when swings were damaged by fire.

Local councillors passed a motion last year calling for higher fencing to be erected at the playground but this was rejected by the council.

Residents called for CCTV following the latest incident.

Writing on the Lucan Life Facebook page, one local said: “Without CCTV this is just going to keep happening.

“A nice hefty fine for trespassing when the playground is closed and it’ll pay for itself.

“A reward for evidence that leads to the culprits being

caught/prosecuted will help.”

Another added: “Someone has to be accountable for this vandalism...CCTV a must or it’s just going to keep happening.”

A resident who lives near the park said anti-social behaviour was keeping her awake at night.

She said: “4am in the morning they were shrieking and screeching over there and you can hear the, what sounds like metal clanging and banging constantly.

“It’s several nights a week now all summer. Sick of listening to them.”

A council spokesperson said the issue of vandalism is taken very seriously and they continuously work to prevent it but would not be installing CCTV. The spokesperson said: “When designing play facilities, we concentrate primarily on using suitable materials rather than on fencing to restrict entry and

there is also an emphasis on restricting potential for antisocial activity through choosing locations carefully, ensuring openness and visibility and selecting very robust equipment.

“Regrettably, the council confirms a recent escalation of inci-

dents at this location, and other play spaces across the county, with the most recent vandalism occurring at Griffeen Valley last night.

“Fire damage has been caused to swings and bins and subsequently to the wet pour – the rubber surface that gives a high quality, hard wearing slip resistant surface underfoot.

“The council will continue to repair/replace equipment to ensure that our facility remains open for the enjoyment of the neighbouring children.

“We have a close relationship with local gardai across the county, who have given a lot of resources to preventing problems in/at our facilities.

“We will continue to cooperate with AGS, and the public at large, in the management of this antisocial problem and confirm that CCTV is not the panacea to such activity.”

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Sandra McNamara and Phyliss Daly

Richard, Kayla and Leah Eustace with Megan O’Driscoll. Pictures: Simon Peare

Noel and Max Gavin

Robert Fay and Noel Doyle

Marking a milestone Paul Clifford and Chilli the Llama

Orlagh Halpin O’Brien

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HIS week we are bringing you some more great shots for the recent fun day for local families at Maldron Hotel Newlands Cross to celebrate 22 years in Dublin

22. On the day guests were treated to free food, drinks, games and access to a petting zoo. Located at the iconic Newlands Cross, the local hotel employs 130 people locally.

Mary Kennedy addresses the gathering

TV’s Mary T Kennedy opens Tower Credit Union

OWER Credit Union Ltd (formerly Clondalkin Credit Union) opened their doors to the public for the first time, under their new brand name recently.

Mary Kennedy, writer and television personality, seemed a perfect choice as master of ceremonies for the opening.

Ms Kennedy’s late father was a member of the first board of directors of Clondalkin Credit Union.

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PAPAL VISIT: HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF THE FAITHFUL REJOICE, BUT THE LOCKDOWN,

A nation reflects as visit prompts soul searching SYLVIA POWNALL

FINGAL Mayor Anthony Lavin says it was “an honour and a privilege” to greet Pope Francis on the red carpet at Dublin Airport on Saturday.

Wearing his chain of office, the Fine Gael councillor was one of the first in line to welcome the Pontiff as his Alitalia flight touched down on

the west apron.

He told Dublin Gazette: “I was nervous, but I was delighted to get the opportunity to be there. My interaction was limited – just a handshake and a ‘Welcome to Dublin Fingal’.

“But it was an honour and a privilege for me.

There was a great sense of presence. That is definitely one for the scrapbook!

“I’m not sure about the rest of my year in office, but I’d safely say that will probably be the highlight.”

The handshake was over in moments – and marked the beginning of a whirlwind 36-hour visit by the Pontiff as part of the World Meeting of Families global event.

Ballymun locals were delighted to catch a

glimpse of him as he was driven from the airport to the Aras where he signed the visitors’ book, had a private meeting with President Michael D Higgins, and planted an oak tree.

Then it was on to Dublin Castle to meet An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, who has won widespread praise for his uncompromising speech in which he told Pope Francis that “from words must come actions” as he urged justice for abuse survivors.

The open-top Popemobile set out from the Pro Cathedral in Marlborough Street down O’Connell Street, over O’Connell bridge, down Westmoreland Street and up Dame Street on its way to the Capuchin Day Centre in Smithfield.

Pope John Paul II had planned to visit Matt Talbot’s tomb in Our Lady of Lourdes Church but was running behind schedule and drove on, during his 1979 visit.

Pat Collins, who was among those who waited in vain on Sean McDermott Street at the time, was over the moon that Francis took the time to stop.

She said: “It’s great to be back after 40 years to see Pope Francis come here. I have been to Rome twice and never got a glimpse of him.

“But it’s far better to see him here at home. It means the world to me, my boys and my grandkids.”

There were emotional scenes at the Capuchin Day Centre where Pope Francis met with its founder, Br Kevin Crow-

Picture: Maxwells

“

I was crying with joy to come face-to-face with the Pope. I did not expect him to mix with people like us, homeless people, but he did and it was marvellous. ley, and offered prayers and support for the homeless and marginalised members of society.

Vanessa Mbeya, who started using the services of the centre two years ago while she was pregnant with her son, Jamie, said she was overwhelmed.

She said: “I felt honoured for this once-in-alifetime experience.

“I was crying with joy to come face-to-face with the Pope. I did not expect him to mix with people like us, homeless people, but he did and it was marvellous.”

While visiting the

centre, Pope Francis also blessed three-year-old Zoe Cryan and her brother, Dylan (5), from Lucan.

Their mother Siobhan said: “Zoe had a very rocky start in life. She has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair now.

“We don’t use the services of the day centre, but Brother Kevin knows about Zoe and her health, and he offered us a place so she could be blessed.

“Dylan has been an amazing big brother to Zoe, so he got a blessing too. It was uplifting and joyful.”

Earlier at St Mary’s Pro Cathedral, the Pope met

with more than 300 newlyweds and engaged couples, among them golden sweethearts Vincent Gamble (77), and his wife Teresa (75), who were 51 years married in February.

In 1979, Vincent – who lives in Stoneybatter – was a steward in the Phoenix Park for Pope John Paul II’s visit while Teresa was at home expecting the couple’s fifth child.

He said: “I think this event will help the young people, to remind them of what it’s all about. It will give them a bit of a boost.

“He’s a lovely man to talk to, easy-going, makes you very relaxed. He will do good in the church. I feel that it will take time, but he will do good.”

Later at Croke Park, there was a joyous atmosphere as pilgrims united for the closing ceremony of the World Meeting of Families.

Peadar Smullen (13) from Rush was there with his sister, Dearbhaile, and their nine-year-old cousin, Eve Smullen.

GAA fan Peader said it was amazing to see the sports stadium lit up for a festive occasion. He added: “It’s crazy how they got it ready so quickly.”

Sunday’s mass at the Phoenix Park saw a far smaller turnout than had been anticipated as the weather took its toll – but pilgrims’ spirits could not be dampened.

Dubliner Geraldine Duffy, who was there with her sister, Gloria, said the occasion differed from 1979 because her children stayed away in support of abuse victims.

She added: “We want to give them hope.”

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IMPACT ON BUSINESS AND ONGOING SCANDAL OVER CHURCH ABUSE SEES CRITICISM

Anti-abuse protests attracted thousands SYLVIA POWNALL

Beaux Wildman with some of the Pope Francis memorabilia on sale. Picture: Maxwells

Retailers’ prayers weren’t answered TRADERS in Dublin are counting the cost of the Pope’s visit, with some estimating a €6 million loss due to a 30% drop in footfall.

They hit out at the organisers of the World Families event and the National Transport Authority for failing to hold a full consultation on their plans and giving the impression that the city was “in lockdown”.

Richard Guiney, chief executive of Dublin Town (which represents 2,500 city-centre businesses) said a sign had been put up in Henry Street to say it

would be closed – until traders objected, and it was removed.

Graeme McQueen, of the Dublin Chamber of Commerce, said: “Saturday was like a Sunday.

“It was very difficult for people to get around. People decided to sit tight and do nothing.”

Some retailers were also left out of pocket, with hefty stocks of Pope Francis merchandise that didn’t shift as expected. On Saturday, Dunnes Stores slashed the price of themed t-shirts from €8 to €2.

POPE Francis flew into Dublin amid a growing storm of protests around the world over clerical child sex abuse and decades of Vatican coverups.

It cast a shadow over his visit – and prompted a number of unprecedented moves, including a personal apology from the makeshift altar during the open-air mass at the Phoenix Park.

In h i s h o m i l y, h e acknowledged “abuses of power and conscience” in Ireland, and asked for forgiveness for all the times the Church did not provide survivors with compassion, justice, truth, or “concrete actions”.

Some of the thousands of people attending a protest held at the Garden of Rememberance. Pic: Michael Chester

As he delivered mass under stormy skies, another storm was brewing less than three miles away in the Garden of Remembrance as 5,000 angry protesters gathered.

Holding ‘Stand4Truth’ placards aloft, they demanded that the Cath-

olic Church and its leader accept responsibility for their crimes against children and root out offenders.

Survivors of clerical sex abuse, Magdalene Laundries, Church-run institutions and Mother and Baby homes united in solidarity – as at least one

thousand more gathered for a silent vigil in Galway to remember the Tuam babies.

On Saturday, Pope Francis met with a handful of survivors and pledged action.

He said he had not been aware of the scale of the Tuam babies scandal, and agreed to study a brief on it from Children’s Minister Katherine Zappone.

On the flight back to Rome, Pope Francis again disappointed survivors when he refused to comment on allegations that both Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis had been aware of sexual misconduct allegations against Washington Cardinal Theodore McCarrick years before he resigned.

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GALLERIES

Some of the Ballyboden St Enda’s lady footballers and their supporters who smashed the World Record for a continuous 15-a-side football game last week

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ATURDAY, August 18, will be long remembered by 350 girls, members of Ballyboden St Enda’s ladies Football.

From 6.59am they played a continuous 15 a side game until 8.30pm.

Players from U9 up to senior all took part to raise funds for the section as well as making a donation to charity Aoibheann’s Pink Tie. Throughout the day a carnival atmosphere permeated the club as the organising group of committed club members, led by Stephen Campbell laid on a day to remember for the girls.

Ice cream vans, chip vans, barbecue and the weather all added to the memories and fun.

Commenting, Cathal O’Toole, Chairperson of Ladies Football said: “While the fund raising is obviously very welcome and appreciated, the day was more about creating memories for the girls with a unique one off event. With so many distractions and a high drop off rate in girls participation in sport, we wanted the girls to really see how special it was to be involved in Gaelic games and to further see the support their club gives them.”

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LOVE YOUR DUBLIN

KILMAINHAM GAOL SYMBOLISES THE TRADITION OF MILITANT AND CONSTITUTIONAL NATIONALISM

DUBLIN MADE EASY AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT THE THE BEST OF KILMAINHAM GAOL

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ILMAINHAM Gaol opened in 1796 as the new County Gaol for Dublin. It closed its doors in 1924.

Today the building symbolises the tradition of militant and constitutional nationalism from the rebellion of 1798 to the Irish Civil War of 1922-23. Leaders of the rebellions of 1798, 1803, 1848,1867 and 1916 were detained and in some cases executed here.

Many members of the Irish Republican movement during the Anglo-Irish War (1919-21) were also detained in Kilmainham Gaol, guarded by British troops.

Names such as Robert Emmet, Anne Devlin, Charles Stewart Parnell and the leaders of 1916 will always be associated with the building.

It should not be forgotten however that, as a county gaol, Kilmainham held thousands of ordinary men, women and children. Their crimes ranged from petty offences such as stealing food to more serious crimes such as murder or rape.

Kilmainham Gaol Museum is open all year round, except the 24th, 25th, and 26th of December.

The guided tours are excellent. Pre-booking is essential.

Photographs by PM Photography, Courtesy of Kilmainham Gaol Museum

THE STONEBREAKERS’ YARD HIGHLIGHT: The plaque and two crosses to commemorate the 14 leaders of the Easter Rising who were executed This is the most famous yard in Kilmainham Gaol. Originally, it was used for hard labour.

Huts used to line the walls so that solitary labour was possible; these no longer survive, although their outlines can be seen in the ground.

The yard was mainly used by men who had been sentenced to hard labour, and they would spend their time manually breaking up stones.

Women who had received the same sentence would work out their time in the laundry. It was here that fourteen leaders of the Easter Rising were executed in May 1916.

This is commemorated today by a plaque and two crosses in the Yard.

THE CHAPEL HIGHLIGHT: The wooden altar made in 1882 by Belfast carpenter James Lalor, who was an inmate at the time THERE are two chapels inside the walls of Kilmainham Gaol – one Catholic and one Protestant. Only the Catholic chapel is open to the public today.

This red-walled chapel is found on the first floor (the other chapel is on the top floor and was painted blue).

The wooden altar here was made in 1882 by Belfast carpenter James Lalor, an inmate at the time.

Catholic prisoners generally attended Mass in this chapel every Sunday; it was sometimes the only place they would meet each other, depending on their level of isolation and the period in which they were inmates.

NELSON MANDELA CENTENARY EXHIBITION HIGHLIGHT: Nelson Mandela artefacts THIS exhibition opened July 13, 2018, and will be open until January 12, 2019.

“From Prisoner to President” the exhibition celebrates the life of Nelson Mandela.

It explores Mandela’s extraordinary life through five themes – Leader, Comrade, Negotiator, Prisoner, Statesman. In each theme, the narrative is presented through evocative large-scale images and text, supported by films, photographs and displays of original artefacts.

This exhibition also highlights the strength and breadth of Ireland’s relationship with South Africa, from Ireland’s support for the anti-apartheid movement, through to the vibrant and multifaceted partnership which exists between Ireland & South Africa today.

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THE GIFT OF GAZ | ALL SORTS OF LOOLAS LOOKING TO LAND A STAY IN THE ÁRAS

‘Vote for Gaz, I do a great wave and I won’t embarrass the nation’ IF I wasn’t so fond of the Miggledy fella, I’d consider launching a bid for President meself.

Looking at some of the loolas going for it this year, I reckon I’d stand half a chance just by not being a total attention seeker.

Maybe to stand out, I’d get a cat instead of having two dogs but other than that I’d just run me campaign saying: “Vote for Gaz, I do a great wave and I won’t embarrass the nation by sayin’ something ridiculous on the world stage.”

I see some of the prospective candidates were up in front of Meath County Council this week trying to get nominated.

They have to get four councils to

nominate them but from this performance, I can’t see them having too much joy.

One of the Dragon’s Den fellas was making all sorts of promises and even brought a glossy brochure with him.

He’s possibly not the worst of them, but we only have to take a look across the water at the fella that sends angry tweets in all capitals to see that maybe electing a businessman as President may not be the best idea.

He even said to the

councillors: “It’s a role with no power but lots of influence.”

You’d wonder if he’s doing it for the good of the people or the good

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Maybe he’s right.

Maybe me mind is a bit twisted after all

of himself with a line like that.

Some other fella said he’d like to bring the Luas to Connemara.

Remember when Dustin the Turkey used to pretend to run for election and he’d promise to bring the Dart to Dingle?

That puppet has a lot to answer for it seems.

That artist lad was giving out about Aldis and Lidls on roundabouts or something like that.

And afterwards he was banging on about having red-headed girls playing harps in every town in the country or something like that.

He reckon it’s just like the old days but I think he might have watched Darby O’Gill a few too many times.

There was a young woman up too saying she was pro-life and wants to save the unborn babies.

I’m not sure what she thinks she’s campaigning for. I thought that referendum was a few months ago.

She’s some sort of Marilyn Monroe tribute act as well and said she’d greet the Trump fella dressed as Marilyn. “If the Irish people wanted me to do that, I would,” she says.

Now, I’d normally never speak for anyone but meself, but I’m fairly certain that I’d speak for a fair portion of the Irish people by saying that we never want to see that or any of this other carry on.

You’d nearly miss Dana with the carry on of this lot.

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LEGAL EAGLE

EXPLORE TREASURES

BY WALSH & PARTNERS SOLICITORS

HERITAGE

Yes, potentially you can claim if you’re injured A READER writes: “I was involved in an a c c i d e n t ove r o n e year ago. I fell after I tripped over a road cone which had been knocked over on a public road next to a building site.

“I had a pain in my ankle, back and neck and I went to the doctor the next day.

“I was given painkillers and underwent some physiotherapy.

“I hoped it would go away, but I have ongoing pain and I am finding it is affecting my work one year on.

“Can I potentially bring a claim and who against?”

I am sorry to hear about your injuries.

Yes, you can potentially bring a claim.

It would be better to do this sooner rather than later, as for personal injury claims under Irish Law known the Statute of Limitations, court proceedings must be bought within two years from the date of accident.

Before bringing court proceedings, personal injury claims in Ireland have to be submitted first to the Personal Injuries Assessment Board (PIAB), which can potentially assess the claim and make an award for damages depending on certain circumstances.

W h e n t h e m a t te r is being dealt with by PIAB, limitation is not

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running.

Firstly, you would need to consider who is the appropriate defendant to sue. A solicitor would advise you in this respect.

It would need to be ascertained as to who the occupier was, based on where you fell, and they are the most likely defendant.

Secondly, it would need to be ascertained whether there was negligence and as to who was at fault for the accident.

It would be helpful if you took photographs of where the accident occurred.

It wo u l d n e e d to be investigated as to whether there were any witnesses to the accident, and it may be worthwhile having an engineer carry out a site

investigation report.

Your solicitor would need to obtain a medico-legal report from your treating doctor or another doctor as to the nature of your injuries, and to provide a prognosis as to when they are likely to recover.

I note you have had difficulty at work and if you have had to take unpaid time off because of the accident, you may be entitled to also bring a claim for loss of earnings.

You can also potentially claim for other quantified losses, such as medical expenses.

I would recommend that you arrange a consultation with a solicitor who will advise you in respect of the steps you should potentially be taking if you wish to bring a claim.

WALSH & PARTNERS SOLICITORS specialise in litigation, personal injuries, probate, conveyancing, employment law and family law. Their offices are located at Unit 7E, Nutgrove Office Park, Rathfarnham, Dublin 14. For further information, please call 01 291 0300, email info@walshandpartners.ie, or else visit the site at www.walshandpartners.ie.

DISCLAIMER: While every care is taken to ensure accuracy of information contained in this article, Walsh & Partners Solicitors do not accept responsibility for errors or omissions howsoever arising, and you should seek legal advice in relation to your particular circumstances at the earliest possible time.

Join the Culture Night festivities PEOPLE across Dublin are encouraged to come out, catch a little culture and lose themselves in their imagination and an explosion of creativity on Friday, September 21 as Culture Night returns for its 13th year.

Organisers are hoping to build on last year’s phenomenal turn-out of 175,000 people who came out to savour the best of Irish contemporary culture across the capital.

Venues across the city are expected to vibrate to the rhythm of dancers, musicians, poets, actors, artists and storytellers.

Each year Culture Night brings people together to create unique shared experiences and memories.

Admission to all events is free, making it a perfect event for the whole family to enjoy.

Commenting on this year’s programme for Culture Night, Ray Yeates, Dublin City Council Arts Officer said: “Dublin City Council is once again delighted to support Cul-

ture Night for its 13th year.

“Culture Night is the perfect chance for people across Dublin, those living here and those visiting, to enjoy an evening of cultural exploration.

“From historic venues to smaller, more unusual ones there’s definitely something in the programme for you to enjoy.

“Why don’t you plan your night in advance so you can enjoy as much as possible, maybe even trying a cultural genre you might never have before?”

Culture Night features a kaleidoscopic programme of the very best of what is intrinsic in us – creativity, storytelling and our unique culture.

Year after year communities and participants from all genres including photographers, illustrators, designers, composers, visual artists, dancers, aerialists, script writers, conductors, graffiti artists, authors, singers and musicians come together on this one night to celebrate our cultural heritage and

tell the story of contemporary Irish culture.

Highlights in the capital this year include Bank of Ireland Cultural & Heritage Centre where visitors can enjoy the ‘Seamus Heaney: Listen Now Again’ exhibition.

Visitors to Dublin Airport will have the chance to experience talks on the history of the airport and explore the ‘Creative Journeys’ art installations in partnership with NCAD and Business to Arts.

Experience an evening of storytelling and conversation in the beautifully restored 14 Henrietta Street and discover what life was like in this Georgian Townhouse turned tenement dwelling through a taster tour of the newly opened museum, while twice Oscar-nominated Brown Bag Films will host family friendly workshops and activities led by their very own Emmy Award-winning Director Marten Jonmark.

The fun of Culture Night will spill onto the

streets of the capital city, with a diverse outdoor programme bringing the magic of Culture Night to a number of public spaces.

Attention Bébé are bringing major party vibes to Meeting House Square with a high-octane set of their patented big-band covers of 90s hits.

Barnardo Square will be transformed with projections and pop-up performances throughout the evening including a selection of short films from Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland.

Exploring the cultural side of Dublin by foot, bike or bus is made easy with nearly 30 Culture Night Tours which include the Dublin Busking Experience, DoDublin Ghostbus Tour, Learning the Liberties and Dublin Ghost Signs Tours, unravelling stories from Dublin’s past by looking up at its old signs.

The full programme of events and participating venues for Culture Night 2018 is now available on www.culturenight.ie.

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UP FOR THE CHALLENGE

Down Syndrome Centre ambassador Kevin Kilbane was put through his paces by Grace Martin (10) from Tallaght, James Walsh (7) from Leopardstown and Ben McDermott (11) from Templeogue at the launch event on Sandymount Strand of Challenge 21. The event is aiming to to help raise over €75,000 to support children with Down syndrome. If you would like to walk, jog or run the coastal 21km from Booterstown to Howth on September 16 in aid of the charity, you can see more info at www. downsyndromecentre.ie/challenge-21-2/ . Photos: Paul Sherwood

The Lee Harveys set to rock Toner’s THE Alternative Sunday Social Club presents The Lee Harveys in Toners on September 9 at 4pm, with The Black Pitts supporting.

The Lee Harveys formed in 2009 in Dublin and play 1977 style original pop / punk / power pop.

They have ploughed a furrow through the

Irish punk scene and to date have released three albums, Gun City, Still Angry and Bullet for the President.

They all garnered much praise in the music press.

Hot Press remarked; “Its music to sing along to but with something more sinister bubbling underneath the surface”.

Fashion filled evening ON September 13 The Gibson Hotel will partner with creative director, stylist and style writer, Corina Gaffey, to host a fashion filled evening.

Guests will watch the iconic film, The Devil Wears Prada, followed by a panel discussion with leading experts in the fashion industry, who will give an insight into what it really takes to work in the world of fashion.

The event will start at 6.30pm in the Stratocaster Suite Room. Tickets are 20 and can be found at Event Brite.

Vive Le Rock magazine said; “Think back to the days of what was termed shellshock rock in Northern Ireland and imagine a perfectly formed amalgam of prime period outcasts and Rudi.

“The spirit of that era rears its beautiful spiky head in the shape of The Lee Harveys”.

Upskilling opportunities

EDUCATION Expo 2018, Dublin’s new event for courses, colleges and upskilling, will take place on September 8 from 10am to 4pm at the RDS’ Serpentine Hall in Dublin 4.

It is an arena for course providers to meet pro-

spective students, where you will get the chance to promote courses and take admissions in one day.

Education Expo 2018 promises to be a great day for those wishing to enrol on courses or upskill, with Dublin’s biggest colleges

and course providers set to exhibit. There will also be a lively day of talks and seminars as well as course demonstrations.

Meet DIT/ITB/ITT, Dublin City University, DCU Business School and many more.

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DIARY ALEX - OUR DOG OF THE WEEK

SOME OF THE LATEST EVENTS TAKING PLACE IN DUBLIN

A show worth Russian to DUBLIN will become home to one of the world’s most famous circuses in September when the Moscow State Circus opens with its new production, GOSTINITSA – Hotel of Curiosities.

GOSTINITSA is a landmark production for The Moscow State Circus, blending the best of circus art forms with a sparkle of Hollywood.

The new show has been designed specifically for a big top, and is the culmination of years of work, planning and creative discussion.

The new show promises to have all the spectacle and nerve-tingling, edge of your seat feats for the whole family that the circus is acclaimed for.

Award-winning clowns, the Chervokins Duo, will guide the audience through the show’s Hotel of Curiosities, featuring a number of acts including acrobatics on Europe’s only double Russian swings.

The Alikhanov Troupe will perform on two ten-metre poles balanced on one shoulder of a man with not one but three girls climbing and spinning to the very top of the same pole.

So don’t miss this amazing show which takes place at The Royal Hospital in Kilmainham from Thursday, September 6 to Sunday, September 16. Tickets available for Ticketmaster. For more information check www.moscowstatecircus.com

DUBLIN Gazette Newspapers have teamed up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for lost and abandoned dogs.

Alex is is an affectionate and playful two-year-old male Jack Russell Terrier.

He is such a sweet boy, who has the biggest heart and is just looking for someone to share his love with.

Alex can be a little nervous of new people, but once he gets to know you he will give you his unconditional love.

Alex is a typical terrier who enjoys discovering new places and is always looking for something interesting to do when out and about.

He loves his toys, especially a tennis ball that he can fetch

all day long.

Alex is looking for a quiet home, where he can relax and settle in at a gentle pace. He would like to be king of his castle so he would prefer a home with no other pets so he can get spoiled with love and affection..

If you have room in your heart and on your couch for Alex, then please contact Dogs Trust at 01 879 1000.

They are based in Finglas, just off exit 5 on the M50.

Map and directions can be found on their website www. dogstrust.ie.

You can also find them on Facebook www.facebook. com/dogstrustirelandonline or Twitter @DogsTrust.

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THE PAPAL VISIT

Pope Francis addresses the gathering at the Phoenix Park Mass

A member of the crowd waiting for Pope Francis to arrive at Croke Park

Blessing the people of Dublin, and Ireland

Crowds watch the Popemobile and Pope Francis pass down O’Connell Street

His Holiness greets Aidan Walsh at the Capuchin Day Centre, Bowe Street

Many thousands gave Pope Francis a céad míle fáilte T

HE 266th Pope had a brief but busy visit to Dublin last weekend, where His Holiness was treated to the joys of an Irish Summer following his every step – or at least, his Popemobile – as he criss-crossed the city.

Despite the blustery winds and copious sheets of rain, Pope Francis was largely given a warm welcome by the people of Dublin, with the political and religious leaders of the city, and country, joining the massed ranks of Dubliners,

His Holiness greets Bella Hartigan (11 months) and her mother, Candice, at the Capuchin Day Centre

citizens and tourists to throng the streets and key locations throughout his visit.

Here, Dublin Gazette presents a sample of some of the sights from his visit, as Pope Francis called to several places in Dublin. While His Holiness also attracted protests and criticism during and after his visit, there’s no doubt that a great many thousands were delighted to welcome Pope Francis, and welcomed the chance to see and pray with him.

Many onlookers were very excited to see Pope Francis pass by

Sgt Bernard Young, Ballymun Garda Station, greets Pope Francis as he prepared to depart

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THE PAPAL VISIT

His Holiness arrives at Croke Park

Say “Formaggio...” Getting a selfie by the Papal Cross in the Phoenix Park

An Taoiseach Leo Vadadkar quietly waits as Pope Francis signs the guest book at Dublin Castle

A sea of colour – courtesy of the rainwear needed at the blustery Phoenix Mark – greeted Pope Francis upon his arrival. Pictures: Maxwells

President Higgins and Pope Francis sharing a quiet

chat at Aras an Uachtarain

Plenty of rain and no sign of the Pope yet – but these Phoenix Park pilgrims kept their spirits high

BACK TO SCHOOL

Daniel O-You-know-who entertains the Phoenix Park crowd

Dublin Gazette ran into Cllr Adrian Henchy with his wife, Catriona, and fellow FF Cllr Darragh Butler with his son, Adam

IT’S that time of year again – time for lots of children to have their first day in school, like Szymon Ivanous and Liam Mozdzynski starting at St Francis Xavier NS, last year.

We’d love to show your child’s exciting first day at school in a gallery, so email us their photo with your child’s full name, age, area and the name of their school. Email Picturedesk@ DublinGazette.com before 9am next Monday – good luck!

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INTERVIEW | US SINGER’S TRACKS HAVE A SURPRISING REACH

Radin between mainstream lines JOSHUA Radin is one of those singers that a lot of people know without realising they do.

A sentimental, storytelling singer-songwriter known for his living-roomlike stage setup and soulful themes, Radin’s found a niche in TV music: the background to heartfelt scenes in medical dramas ranging from House to Grey’s Anatomy, and summer teen outings such as One Tree Hill.

The Cleveland, Ohio native’s biggest album came in 2008. Smash hit second LP, Simple Times, sold close to half a million copies, and he’s been living on the same simple premise ever since.

“All my songs are pretty

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much journal entries set to music,” Radin tells us.

“I think that’s why people respond to them - because if you’re making yourself vulnerable as a writer, you connect to more human beings.

“I pretty much listen to my dad’s old vinyl collection. A lot of Beatles, Paul Simon, Sam Cooke, Van Morrison. My style hasn’t really changed so much over the years. I am who I am; I don’t have plans to change.”

The TV show appear-

ances have drawn in much of Radin’s audience, and come almost out of the blue, perhaps attracted by the emotional and selfexamining content of his music.

This pours out in tracks such as I’d Rather Be With You, the video for which was directed by Scrubs star Zach Braff, or the Sunday-morning happy buzz of album tracks such as Friend Like You. “The TV stuff comes about when I release an album and then get contacted by someone who wants to use a song in something,” Radin explains.

“It’s great exposure for someone like me who is completely independent,

because I don’t have the label machine pushing my songs on to the radio.”

The independent aspect of what Radin does has really kicked on in recent years, with his major label years long in the past.

He produced his own music on latest album, The Fall, released in early 2017.

“I really found the experience rewarding. I’m not sure about the next album though. I’m still thinking about how to produce it,” he says, of working alone for the first time.

“I’m in the thick of it now, with regards to the writing process. So it’s difficult to say how it will turn out at this point.”

Unsurprisingly, the midwesterner most comfortable with a guitar looped over his shoulder relates heavily to the Irish music scene he first encountered touring here in the mid noughties, when Dublin was incredibly man-withguitar-heavy, producing some of the best acoustic guitar albums of the era.

“I’m sure some Guinness

will be imbibed in Dublin on night one,” he jokes.

“I really do feel the tradition in Ireland and always have.

“Ireland was one of the first countries outside the US to give me a shot and play some tunes of mine on the radio years ago. So I’ll always appreciate the place and return for as long as you’ll have me.

“The highs and lows of musical life can take their toll, but usually I just care about playing in a room whereby everyone is respectful and listening.

I just hope to be able to continue to do what I love without thinking about the business side of music.

“To keep writing and playing songs for people all over the world. To stay curious. When you lose your curious nature, your artistry dies a quick death.”

Joshua Radin and William Fitzsimmons play a double headline show at Whelan’s on September 30. Tickets are on sale now for €25.

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PICKWEEK OF THE

SEPTEMBER 3 (MONDAY)

Hozier @ The Academy, Sold Out IT’S A quiet week for gigs, with either not so much going on around town or many things already sold out. Still, we’re happy to highlight of the city’s biggest recent exports – Hozier.

He’s gearing up for a big tour with three tiny ‘live rehearsal’ shows in the Academy, likely the last chance to see the infectious blues-op singer in such a small venue for some time.

His gig’s already sold out, but if you’re lucky enough to be going – lucky you, grab some cherry wine, and at least (unlike some people heading to festivals) you don’t have to go and see him in the woods somewhere ...

AUGUST 30 (THURSDAY) Five Grand Stereo @ Whelan’s, €10 The Sonic Furs @ The Workman’s Club, €7

AUGUST 31 (FRIDAY) Electric Picnic (Stradbally, Co Laois) - Kendrick Lamar, Sold Out With a deep, impressive line-up and lots of household name acts, Electric Picnic’s seasonending extravaganza still has a good claim to be Ireland’s best festival, despite its expansion taking away a little of the charm. A summerending party must-do.

Maria Rita @ Vicar Street, €50 Anthony Walker + The Jackson Band (Michael Jackson covers) @ The Bowery, €10

SEPTEMBER 1 (SATURDAY) Electric Picnic (Stradbally, Co Laois) - Massive Attack, Sold Out Passenger @ Vicar Street, Sold Out

SEPTEMBER 2 (SUNDAY) Electric Picnic (Stradbally, Co Laois) - The Prodigy, Sold Out Sami Moukaddem featuring Joey Baron @ Whelan’s, €12 Eamonn McCormack @ Whelan’s Upstairs, €14 Orlando Molina Quartet @ Workman’s Club, €10

SEPTEMBER 4 (TUESDAY) Brent Cobb @ Whelan’s, €23 The Ruby Sessions @ Doyle’s, €7

SEPTEMBER 5 (WEDNESDAY)

Joshua Radin

Ugly Kid Joe @ Whelan’s, €25 The Illegal Eagles @ The Olympia Theatre, €33.50 Hozier @ The Academy, Sold Out Peking Duck @ The Grand Social, €17

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

ENTERTAINMENT

RDS to host Metropolis THE award-winning Metropolis Festival returns for its fourth edition in the RDS following last year’s triumphant sell-out October Bank Holiday Weekend.

Metropolis Festival is a multistage, indoor winter music festival and conference which launched in 2015 in the RDS and was the first of its kind in Ireland.

Music flows out of bespoke stages, housed in multiple warehouse spaces within the RDS, while conversations take place with Red Bull Music Academy around installations that challenge the senses.

Britney’s rolling out an expertly produced tour all across Europe, to fans’ delight

REVIEW | THRILLS AT THE 3ARENA

Rule, Britney – a total pop queen RACHEL D’ARCY

WHEN you go to see Britney Spears, there’s always two things you can expect – a glorious amount of lip-syncing, and a decent amount of choreography.

Her very recent show here was about midway through her current tour, which saw Britney embark on her first tour in years after wrapping up her Vegas residency earlier this year.

Britney’s subsequently played venues across the UK and Europe, performing a version of her muchloved Vegas show.

Her show here in the 3Arena did not disappoint – for the most part.

While some in the crowd seemed a little surprised that the renowned starlet didn’t sing a word of any of her hits live, most revelled in the delight that Britney was here to put on a show.

Tickets for the gig sold out in under five minutes, with anticipation rife as the blonde bombshell graced the stage.

The crowd were here

for the Britney the world has come to expect, one who knows how to play her audience and put on an almighty spectacle.

While it was a bit disappointing that her bestknown hits didn’t get their full run-out – Hit Me Baby One More Time and Oops I Did It Again became a slightly abridged mash up – the energy and vibrance of the stage set up kept things flowing nicely.

With dancers a-go-go, choreography was the main focal point of Britney’s set as opposed to the music at times.

Her back-up dancers are some of the best in the business, keeping Britney’s somewhat-stoic movements looking more alive than they possibly should have.

Some moments were a bit questionable, but explainable at the same time; raunchy dance moves peppered the entire show, including graphic enough moves from a male dancer and Britney herself walking an audience member around the stage with a

harness and leash (though much to his delight).

Regardless, she knew how to keep a beat, and everything she did was lapped up – it was Britney Spears, after all.

The setlist was a mix of all things Britney from her decades-long career, catering to fans who’ve been following her career since the start, or those who just turned up to hear the hits.

All her albums got a look in in some capacity, including latest release, Glory, though the crowd seemed to be noticeably audible throughout the album tracks from her newest offering, with less enthused attention.

Still, alternative versions of some of her most famous tracks – including a majestic, slowed version of Toxic – were a personal favourite.

The new renditions showed the attention to detail put into the arena show, giving fans a taste of why exactly Britney’s Vegas stint took home a heap of awards during its tenure.

One of the festival objectives is to create a unique and abstract identity each year to continuously captivate its audience. Over the past three years, this unique indoor event has become a staple on the Irish festival calendar.

Villagers will headline and curate the Saturday night of this year’s festival. Conor O’Brien’s fourth studio album, The Art Of Pretending To Swim, will be released by Domino on Friday, September 21.

Following a brilliant performance on the main stage for the inaugural All Together Now,

alongside Fleet Foxes and First Aid Kit this August Bank Holiday, this will be the Villager’s biggest indoor Irish performance to date and only indoor Dublin show in 2018.

Other acts recently announced include Irish art-pop pioneer Roisin Murphy; Canadian singer, songwriter and producer Mac DeMarco; Scottish hip-hop trio Young Fathers, and German piano/ electronic duo Grandbrothers Tickets are now on sale this Friday via Ticketmaster and usual outlets, with prices starting from €35. Metropolis Festival now operates an over-21s age policy.

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CINEMA | THE HAPPYTOWN MURDERS MARKS MELISSA MCCARTHY’S WORST FILM YET

Puppet police caper is sew bad SHANE DILLON

DESPITE her many weak films, I can’t quite dislike Melissa McCarthy as much as perhaps I should, and as increasing numbers of people seem to.

After all, she’s repeatedly proved that she can dig into pure veins of comedy gold and, given the chance and the right role, she can also deliver nuanced, serious roles too.

However, in The Happytime Murders (Cert 16, 91 mins), it’s hard not

to think that she’s an utter muppet – for reasons that shall soon become clear – for going anywhere near this mess.

In a world where puppets live as second-class citizens alongside the humans who abuse and despise them, Phil (Bill Barretta) – a disgraced former puppet cop – is forced to team up with a human cop, Connie (McCarthy) to tackle an increasingly gruesome murder spree across LA. I say ‘gruesome’, but serial hits on former

cast members from once popular tv show The Happytime Gang getting the stuffing blasted out of them isn’t, perhaps, that distressing to human viewers. (Sorry, Phil.)

As per virtually every police procedural since the dawn of time, Phil and Connie share a complicated past and have an intense dislike of each other, but have to set all that aside as they try to track down the Happytime killer.

The trail takes them through LA’s seedy pup-

pet underbelly, with everything from sex, incest, drugs – and woeful gags – thrown into the mix as they attempt to nab the relentless killer in the stitch of time ...

After a short while, it’s easy to see why this project was kicking around Tinseltown for a decade or so, before McCarthy stepped into the lead role for God knows why reasons.

It’s not like we haven’t seen this kind of thing before.

After all, the sublime Team America still reigns supreme for inventively, hilariously offensive puppetry, while director Peter Jackson mined truly gross-out R-rated puppet shenanigans with Meet

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THE MEG

Water silly shark film JASON Statham provides a stoic send-up of himself as he takes on a prehistoric shark in the supremely silly The Meg (Cert 12A, 113 mins). It’s hard to take Statham seriously, but when you’re fighting a giant shark terrorising an undersea base, nobody’s expecting Shakespeare. We’ve seen several shark films in recent years, which have all tended to be somewhat serious fare, but The Meg just goes for the jugular with no-brainer action.

BLACKKKLANSMAN

Has plenty to think about DIRECTOR Spike Lee returns to the fray with a perhaps timely tale of racial division and hatred, with John David Washington – son of Denzel – excelling in the lead role in BlacKkKlansman (Cert 16, 135 mins). The 1970s-set film sees a black cop trying to infiltrate the Ku Klux Klan to bust a major plot, using a fellow cop (who’s white) as his cover. Sounds like a convoluted set-up, but Lee delivers a rollicking tale which resonates all too well today.

Someone is bumping off the cast of The Happytime Gang, and only a jaded blue puppet and a toughnosed human can crack the case – if they can work together ...

The Feebles long before he turned to happy Hobbits.

However, the gags here are so on-the-nose that what could have been a ridiculously entertaining film just stays pretty

ridiculous throughout, feeling like a film that frustrated puppeteers wanted to make for themselves rather than an audience.

That this dud is a Hen-

son film – hailing from the son of Kermit’s and The Muppets’ dad, Jim Henson – is unbelievably sad, but The Happytime Murders is just bad, bad, bad.

Verdict: 2/10

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ENTERTAINMENT Tallaght writer digs deep into medical genre QUIKFLIX FLIX WHAT’S BIG IN MUSIC, CINEMA, TV AND BOOKS

tunnels.

Daniel (Strong) is a surA NEW eight-part series geon driven by personal written by Tallaght playtragedy to treat anyone who wright Mark O’Rowe will is willing to pay for medical start production next help outside the system. month.

Aided by Lee, a disgrunTemple – set in a secret tled transport employee world beneath London – (Mays), and Anna, a guiltwill be shown on Sky and ridden medical researcher streaming service Now TV. (van Houten), they treat Mark Strong (Kingsman) a variety of increasingly heads a cast including desperate and highly danCarice van Houten, (Game gerous patients, as Daniel’s of Thrones) and Daniel morality is tested to the Mays (Line of Duty) in the limit.

Mark Strong leads as the surgeon darkly comic thriller.

Strong said: “Mark Deep below the streets of working deep below London’s streets O’Rowe has created a comLondon, descending past plex and multi-faceted Temple tube in the beating heart of the city, character in Daniel – a man pushed to the lies a dark secret: an illegal clinic has been set extreme as his world is radically destabilised. up in an abandoned subterranean network of “Temple is a gripping and humane morality MARK O’BRIEN

tale for our time.”

Gabriel Silver, executive producer for Sky, said: “When Hera Pictures delivered the scripts for Temple, we at Sky fell in love with its blackly comic streak and the morally compromised characters working in their own secret realm beneath London.

“I’ve been an ardent fan of Mark O’Rowe’s work, from his adaptation of Boy A, to Intermission, and having Mark, Carice and Daniel cast, I know that the audience will be treated to an unflinching, hilarious and very human story.”

Temple is produced by Hera Pictures. It is executive produced by Liza Marshall, Mark Strong and Mark O’Rowe for Hera Pictures and Gabriel Silver and Anne Mensah for Sky. Luke Snellin (Wanderlust) is the lead director, with Shariff Korver (Fenix) and Lisa Siwe (Modus) following and Barney Reisz (Black Mirror) produces.

The show will air on Sky One and NOW TV in Ireland next year.

Streaming highlights on the way

Gazette’s Netflix Picks SUMMER is almost over, which means longer nights, kids back to school and colder weather.

That means many of us may be staying in a bit more and watching more TV and movies.

Fortunately, we’ve never been more spoilt for choice on that front, given the range of services available.

Netflix have just announced a host of new additions for September. Here are just some of the highlights around the corner...

MEDIA | STATION REBRANDED AS SEVERAL CHANGES AFOOT

‘TV3’ bites the dust as new name takes over

MARK O’BRIEN

IT’S all change at TV3 as the company is set to rebrand as Virgin Media Television from August 30.

As part of the rebrand, there will be a new subscription sports channel (Virgin Media Sports), as well as three free-to-air channels: Virgin Media One (the new name for TV3), Virgin Media Two (the new name for 3e) and Virgin Media Three (the new name for be3).

The company announced their new season schedule at a press briefing last Thursday.

Speaking at the briefing, Virgin Media Television director of programming Bill Malone said: “It is Virgin Media Television’s investment and commitment to Irish voices, stories and programmes that is the defining feature of our new season schedule, with more than 50 new and returning Irish series and programmes alone.

“Highlights include a new 8pm news bulletin,

The Good Place: Season 3 (From September 28) REINCARNATED and back on Earth after Michael’s argument on their behalf, Eleanor and her fellow condemned souls have another chance to find the right road.

At times heart-warming, at times hilarious and at times downright bonkers, if you haven’t watched The Good Place yet, then now is the time to catch up on the first two seasons before Season 3 starts next month.

Better Call Saul: Season 4 (New episodes every Tuesday) A SHOCKING death has propelled Jimmy McGill deeper into the criminal world and closer to his life as Saul Goodman.

We all will know how that ultimately worked out for him, but it’s still a lot of fun to see Jimmy slowly morph into everybody’s favourite shady lawyer while developing Mike’s backstory and seeing how Gus schemed his way to the top.

Presenters Lucy Kennedy and Ivan Yates share a laugh at the launch of the rebranded station.

Picture: Brian McEvoy

the launch of original Irish drama series Blood, the addition of Heineken Champions Cup Rugby, along with the return of viewer favourites Ireland’s Got Talent, Gogglebox Ireland, Living With Lucy, a new-look Ireland AM and a host of new fly-on-thewall documentary series.”

Mick McCaffrey, head of Virgin Media News, added: “The new 8pm bulletin is a great opportunity to showcase the great

journalism we produce each day to an even bigger audience.

“Over the past 20 years, TV3 news has developed a well-deserved reputation as a trusted and independent provider of news and we look forward to building on this as Virgin Media News.”

On September 20, to mark 20 years of independent television in Ireland, Virgin Media One will air a number of

specially commissioned programmes, including Channel Hop: The Story of TV3, looking back at the history of TV3 over the past two decades through the eyes of some of the station’s best-loved faces.

Gogglebox Does TV3 will feature some of our favourites giving their views on TV3 programming down through the years, while Don’t Look Back In Anger’, a

news archive series, will chronicle the news and highlights of the past 20 years.

Iron Man 1, 2 & 3 (September 1) THE first Iron Man (below) was the launchpad for the Marvel behemoth and is still a thoroughly enjoyable film.

Robert Downey Jnr is perfectly cast as the cocky, rich playboy genius with a goatee who develops a conscience and saves the day after undergoing an immense personal trauma.

Doctor Strange (September 24) BENEDICT Cumberbatch is perfectly cast as the cocky, rich, playboy genius with a goatee who develops a conscience and saves the day after undergoing an immense personal trauma...

Uh... There’s magic or something instead of a suit.

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latitude&longitude Be ringside at the UFC 229 mega fight

JAMAICA

MCGREGOR vs Khabib is billed to be the biggest fight in UFC history and if you think you can’t afford to be in Las Vegas for it then think again.

GoHop is offering an unbelievable deal on flights and accommodation for the Crumlin fighter’s long-awaited return to the Octagon – once you sort your own match ticket.

With the incredible build-up to this battle these deals won’t stay around for long so make sure you get in early and book yours to avoid disappointment later!

Travel on October 6 and spend three nights in: 3-star Excalibur Hotel from only €723pp 4-star Hard Rock Hotel & Casino from only €760pp 4-star Tropicana Doubletree by Hilton Resort & Casino from only €767pp 4-star Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino from only €776pp Price includes return flights ex Dublin, three nights’ accommodation as stated based on four people sharing, taxes and charges.

To book visit www.GoHop.ie or call the experts on 01 2412389.

Enjoy pop icon’s show in Prague ROCKET MAN himself Elton John plays Prague’s 02 Arena on May 6 next year and Keith Prowse inclusive packages is offering great deals to see the pop icon in action.

The package costs €535 pps (plus airline taxes of €89) and includes return flights Dublin-London with Aer Lingus, airport transfers with local guide assistance, three-nights in the four-star Don Giovanni with breakfast, highlights of Prague sightseeing with visit to Prague Castle, category 1 ticket to see Elton John in concert and free time for independent sightseeing If you want to prolong your stay the Keith Prowse team of experts can provide travellers with extra nights in Prague and an array of sightseeing and theatre options.

Further details and reservations at 01 878 3500 or visit www.keithprowseattractions.com.

MIAMI

ABU DHABI

CRUISE | VISIT THE MAGICAL PLACES YOU’VE ALWAYS DREAMED OF

There’s’ nothing quite like a holiday on the high seas SYLVIA POWNALL

Travel Editor CRUISE holidays have shaken off their ‘Golden Girls’ image and are now very much in vogue with savvy travellers of all ages.

MYKONOS

FIUGGI

Opera holiday in Italy

IF you fancy the idea of an opera holiday in Italy with RTE’s Marty Whelan then the Travel Department has you covered.

The tour experts have a spectacular Rome, Perugia and Assisi Opera Holiday with a breath-taking performance of Mozart’s The Magic Flute from €1199pp in October.

Based in the picturesque spa town of Fiuggi, 60km southeast of the capital, it’s the ideal place to visit the incomparable cities of Rome, Perugia and the pilgrimage destination Assisi.

All prices are per person and include flights, transfers, taxes, half-board 4-star hotel accommodation, guided tours and opera ticket. Details at www.traveldepartment.ie.

T h e r e ’s nothing quite like a holiday on the high seas – waking up in a different destination each day without having any of the hassle of packing and unpacking your suitcase.

Anyone who’s tried it will tell you they’re a cruise convert because you can’t beat the heady thrill of feeling the breeze in your hair as you

watch the sunset on deck.

Then there’s the wealth of entertainment and facilities on board, not to mention the dining options from a la carte to buffet which will literally leave you spoiled for choice.

GoHop partner with a vast choice of cruise lines and ships to offer a huge range of popular destinations around the world.

Always dreamed of visiting the Caribbean? Why c h o o se j u s t o n e island when you can sample four on one trip!

Swim with the famous Bahamian pigs one day and sink your toes into the incredibly white sands of Jamaica the next…

For something a bit different experience the opulence of the Emirates with a cruise from Dubai covering Abu Dhabi, Doha, Bahrain and Sir Bani Yas Island.

Travel on board the MSC Splendida which will carry you in stylish luxury to the most

desirable cruise destinations in the world.

Alternatively you can stay closer to home with something that is on every travel bucket list - a cruise through the stunning Greek Islands while also taking in some Italian and Croatian hotspots.

Book now for 2019 for something to look forward to and it could just keep you going through the damp and dark winter days ahead.

GoHop is offering a Caribbean Delights package from just €989 per person.

Highlights include Miami, Jamaica, Cayman Island, Costa May, Bahama, Puerto Rico, Virgin Island and St Maartan.

Price includes return flights ex Dublin to Miami, 14-night cruise in an interior cabin, overnight in Puerto Rico, taxes and charges, travelling January 12.

Dubai and the Emirates can be had from only €1,049 per person with Dubai, Abu Dhabi,

Sir Bani Yas Island, Bahrain and Doha all on the menu.

Price includes return flights ex Dublin to Dubai, seven-night cruise in an interior cabin, overnight in Dubai, taxes and charges, departing January 12.

You can explore the Greek Is l a n d s f ro m o n l y € 1 , 2 4 9 per person taking in Veni c e, B r i n d i s i , K a t a ko l o n , Mykonos, Piraeus, Saranda and Dubrovnik.

Flights to Venice, seven-night cruise with a free upgrade to a balcony cabin, taxes and charges included, departing June 8.

For more see www.GoHop. ie or call the experts on 01 2412389.

ST MAARTEN

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A GUIDE TO TEMPTING FOOD AND LOCATIONS VENUE | NEW CHAPTER FOR ICONIC TOWNHOUSE

Dublin’s newest hot spot is bursting with character DUBLIN has a brandnew place to party with food, DJs and dancing in a unique setting.

The Grayson on St Stephen’s Green is now open starting a new chapter for this iconic townhouse.

No 41 St Stephen’s Green was built in 1745 as a residential home for Mrs Ruth Croker. Since her days, this beautiful building has hosted many fabulous parties and now many more will come.

The first detail you notice is the facade, covered in ivy that runs the height of the building.

Through the Georgian doorway and you are greeted by a staircase that winds its way up to the two stories above.

Interior designer AnnMarie O’Neill said: “We were very much guided by the original Georgian features in the existing building when developing the interior design concept for The Grayson. “ We carefully researched and chose beautiful materials to use in the design such as Italian marbles, rosewood veneers and bronze to emphasise the chic and contemporary ambience

of The Grayson.”

Art brightens the walls across the entire building, with pieces from artists Phillip Allen, Mark Francis, David Godbold, Callum Innes as well as Swiss artist Liliane Tomasko.

On the Ground Floor bar, there is a cosy spot for casual lunch from 12 to 3pm Monday to Friday, or drinks and bar snacks any time of day or night seven days a week.

From 10pm till late on Thursdays through to Saturdays, DJs, music and drinks are the order of the evening on the ground floor and lower ground floors.

The two floors above offer dinner seven nights a week from 5pm and long

lunches every weekend from 12-4pm.

An open topped terrace sits a few steps above, with a reclining roof to unfold when the sun shines.

Food in the Grayson is the brainchild of Head Chef Jacson Reboli, who has been putting together a diverse menu over the last six months that is centred around fresh ingredients.

A casual and hearty menu fits the bill for mid-week lunches, with favourites like Steak sandwich, griddled onions, sweet pepper relish, swiss cheese & watercress or lighter dishes like Crisp seabream, pea & chervil puree, crab & couscous of cauliflower, bottarga, and

a bar snack menu to nibble and enjoy throughout the day and night.

Dinner on the upstairs floors can be booked in advance, but walk ins are also welcome. The a la carte menu will change seasonally and offers something for everyone. Dishes include Duck breast, confit leg bon bon, crushed sweet potato, charred broccoli and duck jus and Lamb rump carpaccio, pickled egg yolk, manchego cheese, burnt shallot and caper mayo.

Weekends at the Grayson are all about long leisurely lunches. From 12pm till 4pm each Saturday and Sunday.

68% OF PARENTS WILL MAKE SCHOOL LUNCH FROM SCRATCH

A SURVEY of Irish parents has revealed that the majority of parents prepare school lunch from scratch.

The research by supermarket Aldi found that 68% of parents will take the time to make their child’s lunch from scratch, while 25% choosing convenience items in supermarkets stating that lack of time as a major factor.

Half of parents with school-age children said the idea of making lunches for their little ones gives them nightmares!

THIS recipe is courtesy of Edd Rathorne, the head chef of Sandyford House.

He began his training in Killakee House Hotel, Rathfarnham, under master chef David Edwards, where he worked gaining experience in classical French cuisine.

Call for ban on junk food ads in cinemas A DUBLIN Fine Gael Senator is calling for cinemas to stop advertising junk food during screenings for under 16s.

Catherine Noone said it is “counterproductive to allow advertising of unhealthy foods, specifically aimed at children and teenagers” when there is a fight against childhood obesity.

“There is no doubt about the relationship between advertising high fat, sugar and salt products and consumption.

Children going to see a film in cinemas with their parents are then subjected to adverts designed for children, promoting sweets and fast-food, while adverts

promoting healthy alternatives do not appear.

“Junk food producers now have the ability to target Irish children in the cinemas, in their living rooms on TV and in their bedrooms through the internet.

Until we address this issue we cannot turn the tide on childhood obesity, which every day creates more lifelong problems for young people,” said Senator Noone.

She added that at some point in the future, she believes that as a society we will come to view “high fat, sugar and salt advertising to that of cigarette companies.”

FOOD & TRAVEL

A tasty spicy simple dish that looks great and is a real stomach warmer.

CHICKEN,CHORIZO AND SWEET POTATO RAGU - SERVES 4 Ingredients • 12-3 tablespoons olive oil • 4 x large free range chicken fillets • 400g x chorizo diced • 2 x small red onions • 12 x cherry tomatoes halved • 800g x sweet potato • 1 x clove garlic

75% said that their children request certain things to be included in the lunchbox, but they always try to make sure that there is a balance between something the child wants, along with food that is good for them, and 93% will include a piece of fruit in their child’s lunchbox.

Sandwiches were the most popular food item on the lunch menu followed by crackers with cheese and ham.

Water was the most popular drink, followed by fruit juices and milk.

From here, Edd achieved extensive qualifications, and has since won numerous awards and garnered many rave reviews throughout his career.

Edd has cooked for celebrities and ambassadors, and has also appeared many times on television.  EDD RATHORNE

• 1 x red chilli • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika • 1 x lemon [ zest & juice] • 100g basil • salt/pepper Method

• Peel, wash and cut sweet potato

into large wedges Crush garlic, chop chilli and chorizo • Cut chicken into medium dice • Saute chicken in olive oil until sealed, add garlic, chorizo, chilli

•

and onions.

Mix chicken, chorizo & onion with sweet potatoes in a roasting tray • Toss paprika, lemon juice & zest through the mix • Season with salt and pepper • Bake in oven for 30/35 mins at 180 • Remove from oven and stir through the cherry tomatoes and basil.

• Cook for additional five minutes then serve

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A Big Deal!

DEALZ #6 SKINCARE RANGE

DEALZ has launched its own €1.50 skincare range, #6, to a nation of savers hoping to inject some everyday luxury into beauty routines. #6 is tipped to rival household name beauty brands, with the discount retailer offering a complete six-piece skincare range, featuring premium quality products in luxurious packaging that will take pride of place in beauty collections for a fraction of the price. #6 is designed to help deliver healthier looking, glowing skin for less. From anti-ageing day cream to collagen filler, the products contain ingredients such as ceramide, vitamins A & E, sweet almond oil and algae extract, with gentle formulations suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin.

The complete list of new products includes: • Micellar Cleansing Water • Anti-ageing Day Cream • Anti-ageing Night Cream • Anti-ageing Collagen Filler • Anti-ageing Eye Cream • Anti-ageing Derma Serum

Blue spires of salvia Caradonna and Hardy Geranium Rozanne adds late summer blue to your border

Those midsummer

Abou t BLUES Anne Byrne Garden Design provides easy to follow garden plans that you can implement right away or in stages.

Her design flair and passion for plants brings a touch of magic to gardens of all sizes.

Anne Byrne Garden Design – Creative Ideas  ANNE BYRNE – Practical Solutions – Stunning Gardens. info@dublingazette.com

MOST OF us need more blue in our gardens. This may seem an odd thing to say but I suspect if you bear this in mind the next time you’re surveying your own garden or indeed someone elses’s , you might be inclined to agree with me. Pinks and reds, yellows and oranges are inclined to dominate for much of the year and including enough blue to keep a good visual balance can be a challenge.

There was a fashion a few years ago for painting anything that didn’t grow in the garden blue, from fences to sheds to benches, and in fact I took it up enthusiastically myself. It can get a little jarring in winter though, so you’re probably better off to stick to subtle greens and neutrals for the furniture and fencing and let the plants add the colour.

Here are a few of my favourite perennials that should flower from midsummer onwards: AGAPANTHUS: Natives of South Africa, agapanthus come in shades of palest blue to deepest indigo (as well as

white) and can be evergreen or deciduous. The narrow strap like leaves appear in spring and are followed by globes of flower from midsummer onwards.

“Blue Globe” and “African Skies” are good choices.

HARDY GERANIUMS: Many of these flower early in the summer and have gone over by now, but the cultivar “Rozanne” can be relied upon to keep flowering for months because it’s sterile and doesn’t set seed.

SALVIA “CARADONNA”: This is one of the darkest salvias with indigo blue spikes of flowers and chocolatey dark stems. You’ll need to deadhead the flowers if you want them to repeat but if you do it will add wonderful form and colour the garden for many months. A word of warning though – slugs love it, so take precautions to protect the young shoots each year from early spring onwards. I’ve found that planting it in pots sized two litres or bigger gives better results than smaller plants, which succumb to attack more quickly.

FOR further information on Anne Byrne Garden Design, call 086 683 8098, or see www.annebyrnegardendesign.com

FACE!

Purifying

 Jessica Maile, Style Editor

AS MUCH as I am hoping for an Indian Summer, there has definitely been a change in the air these past few days... a slight chill that wasn’t there before. A change of season can also mean a change in beauty rituals.

SVR SEBIACLEAR EAU MICELLAIRE With drier air on the way, the focus shifts €13.90 to increased hydration and keeping your THE SVR Sebiaclear Eau skin even more healthy and glowing so Micellaire purifies, cleanses and winter dullness doesn’t have a chance removes make-up in a single to creep in! Here are a few products step, even waterproof make-up. that do those important things...

Suited to sensitive combination to oily and acneic skin, it eliminates impurities and excess URIAGE HYSEAC PURIFYING sebum without drying CLEANSING GEL 300ML RRP €25 out the skin, leaving it clear HYSEAC Cleansing Gel gently cleanses and fresh. A truly refreshing the skin, eliminating impurities and experience that will leave you excess sebum purified and smooth. which leaves the Available in pharmacies skin feeling clean & nationwide and at http:// fresh. Suitable for grahamanthonyonline.ie/ use on face, chest and back, the flip cap bottle makes this the perfect buddy!

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In the Clear

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FRESH IDEAS FOR YOUR HOME AND WARDROBE

HOME & STYLE

Nourish

CONTINUING the pursuit of powerful, yet natural ingredients and minerals, Vichy has looked to plants and rock for the earthy elements to add to its range of face masks. Incorporating Mineralising Vichy Water which is sourced at the heart of the French Volcanic region, Vichy has launched two new and exciting masks to target two different skin types.

Living in a fast-pace environment, we need to make sure we look after our skin.

Daily routines are important, but it’s also vital to skin nutrition to put aside time at the end of the week to take back what you have put in. So enjoy your #Sundaymaskday with Vichy’s new additions to its mask range: SOFTENING AND SOOTHING ALOE VERA MASK Created using 90% natural ingredients, including soothing aloe vera, anti-inflammatory liquorice and mineralizing Vichy water, the Softening & Soothing Aloe Mask is Vichy’s first mineral soothing mask that relieves skin which is distressed by dryness.

These natural ingredients help soothe the skin, regaining extreme comfort and relief, even on the most sensitive skin. RRP €18 DETOX CLARIFYING CHARCOAL MASK Vichy’s first mineral detoxifying mask which relieves skin that has become exhausted by the urban environment and fast pace modern life. Containing naturally activated volcanic charcoal the Detox Clarifying Charcoal Mask acts like a magnet, drawing out impurities, toxins & visibly minimizes large pores. It keeps the skin nourished & soft while reversing the effects of a busy lifestyle. RRP €18

SOS!

AVENE AU THERMALE CICALFATE REPAIR CREAM IT’S A fact! Skin is delicate and can become irritated or injured from everyday activities. That is why it’s so important for every home to have an SOS product on standby. If you have a wound or irritated skin, it’s essential to provide the area with a healthy healing environment to minimise the onset of potential infections and to help prevent scarring.

Avene’s Cicalfate is an antibacterial repair cream and is designed to help heal scratches, burns, cracked skin, stitches and perioral dermatitis. This hero cream can be used postshaving and has also been proven to help reduce scarring. It is the perfect soothing formula to help calm nappy rash and a great treatment for cold sores too.

Cicalfate is suitable for babies, children and adults and is fragrance and paraben free. Cicalfate is priced at €13 and is available from pharmacies nationwide and at www.avene.ie

A charmed life

 Jessica Maile

IF YOU are charmed by well, you know, charms, like me you’ll be happy to know that Thomas Sabo is extending it’s Generation Charm Club with the 2018 Autumn/Winter Collection by adding a further 48 designs.

It’s hard to choose from such a eclectic mix of designs but my faves are the colourful ones. Feathers? Yes! Llamas?

Of course! Hands with intricate symbols on them?

Yes, please!

But there is something for everyone’s style, whether it’s classic lucky charms in filigree cut-out design, graphic statement pieces in the art-deco style of the 1920s or nostalgic protective symbols in a vintage inspired look.

The collection is rounded off by new variations of necklaces and bracelets that allow an individual style mix appealing to all Thomas Sabo generations. Thomas Sabo is available from House of Fraser Dundrum, Arnotts, BT2 Blanchardstown, Weir and Sons Grafton Street, independent jewellers and online at www.thomassabo. com.

Generation Charm Club Multicolour Wing Charm, €98 Generation Charm Club Footprint Charm, €59

Generation Charm Club Painted Hand Charm, €98

Generation Charm Club Star on Coin Charm, €129

Generation Charm Club Multicolour Gem Cross, €98

Generation Charm Club Llama Charm, €129

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Iconic Beetle line now faces extinction at last IT WAS shortly after the first post-war Christmas 1945 that the first of the Volkswagen Type 1 – the model which is known as ‘the Beetle’, and which would subsequently sell more than 21 million units – rolled off the production line.

Here in Ireland, the Beetle was assembled from 1950 to 1977 and was priced at IR£465 when it first went on sale.

The Beetle sales in Ireland averaged 3,000-4,000 units per year for most of the 30 years it was on sale, reaching its highest figure of 5,288 units in 1972.

However, production of the original Beetles (at Puebla, Mexico) was discontinued at the end of July,

The new Hyundai Santa Fe is a spacious seven-seat SUV with impressive engine power and now a host of additional safety and comfort features. Entry prices start at €38,795 for the 4x4 models.

2003, bouncing back once again in 2011.

Now, however, production of the Beetle has finally ceased – but there’s still a chance for some Irish buyers to get their hands on the model before it’s too late,

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with a limited supply across Volkswagen retailers priced from €25,350.

Santa Fe impresses as style, power upgraded Hyundai has given the Santa Fe a significant style and features makeover as MICHAEL MORONEY found out from his recent test drive, while the overall economy ratings remain unchanged in what is an impressive SUV to drive HYUNDAI’S biggest car on the Irish market is the Santa Fe, which sits on the road as a large seven-seat SUV. On first impressions, the new 2018 version of the Santa Fe has a more modern front end with a new design grille that’s common to the latest generation of Hyundai cars.

The main changes for the new Santa Fe other than improved styling are better safety features.

Hyundai call it the new Hyundai Smart Sense safety system.

This system includes blind-spot collision warning, forward collisionavoidance assist with pedestrian detection, rear cross-traffic collisionavoidance assist, lane keeping assist, rear occu-

pant alert, safety exit assist and speed limit info function.

The new Santa Fe claims to have increased vehicle body strength by the use of 15% more higher-strength steel. This claims to give the combined benefits a stronger and safer, yet lighter vehicle.

In engine performance terms, there is little changed to the new Santa Fe. The 2.2 litre turbo-diesel engine is retained for good reason, but with little improvements in fuel economy.

The rated fuel economy figure is 17km/litre (6.0l/100km or 47mpg) and that’s difficult to achieve.

I was very impressed by the performance of the

smooth 8-speed automatic gearbox that allowed me to cruise on the motorway at 120km/hr with the engine running at just under 2,000rpm.

The economy figures also impact on the CO2 rating, which is relatively high at 157g/km. This pushes the Santa Fe in the high D category with an annual road tax rate of €570.

In economy terms, the new Santa Fe is the least economical among others I’ve compared it with, while it is clearly the most powerful in terms of engine power and torque.

That power benefit brings very comfortable driving; it handles very well across a range of road conditions.

I drove the higher speci-

fication HTRAC version which uses four driving modes, Smart, Sport, Comfort or Economy.

These settings adjust the weight of the steering, how the gearbox responds and how the four-wheel drive system adjusts the power flow between the front and rear wheels The interior of the new Santa Fe has been completely re-designed and it feels a more roomy space.

Hyundai have improved the quality feel to the SUV and there are more softtouch materials throughout.

The entry models come with a 5in infotainment screen, which grows to a larger 8in version as you move up to the higher Premium Plus versions.

The base model has limited features, while moving up the grades gives the benefits of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto by plugging into the Santa

Fe’s USB connections, of which there are many.

Some models get wireless mobile phone charging.

There is good seat comfort and adjustment, but there is no height adjustment of the front passenger seat. The seven-seat features have improved with easier folding of the second and third row of seats.

The boot is spacious, but not the largest in the class. There is a space saver spare wheel tucked under the boot on outside.

The new Santa Fe with a single 2.2 litre turbodiesel engine choice is an impressive seven-seat SUV to drive.

It scores highly in reliability tests in other markets, which is a significant benefit. The entry price for the 4x4 versions start at €38,795, which is competitive over time, relative to the previous model.

Jeep reveals a revised classic in the Wrangler JEEP has unveiled the latest Wrangler models, which it claims will be the most capable 4x4 ever, while delivering high levels of comfort and handling for everyday use. In Europe, sales of the all-new Jeep Wrangler will start this month, while Irish prices have yet to be confirmed.

The company claims that the new Wrangler has a modern design that retains all the authentic styling cues of the iconic Wrangler. It now comes with several new top combinations that ensure more open-air freedom.

To enhance its legendary off-road ability. the new Jeep Wrangler offers two four-wheel drive, active, on-demand full time systems – Command-Trac, and Rock-Trac, next-generation Dana axles, Tru-Lock electric front- and rear-axle lockers, Trac-Lok limited-slip differential and an electronic front swaybar disconnect.

This new Wrangler is available with two new engines: a 2.2-litre MultiJet II turbo-diesel, or a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine. All Wrangler engine options come with the new eight-speed automatic transmission and feature Stop-Start (ESS) technology.

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WATTS POWER: SOCCER: DYLAN Watts late penalty

saw Shamrock Rovers land a massive three-points as they ended Dundalk’s 13-game winning streak in dramatic fashion at Oriel Park.

The result denied the lilywhites the chance of moving six points clear in the SSE Airtricity Premier Division while also keeping Rovers in strong contention for third place.

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LADIES FOOTBALL | OWENS GOAL SETS UP FINAL BERTH

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DUBLIN ladies footballers swatted aside Galway with a phenomenal first half performance at Dr Hyde Park in Roscommon on Saturday, with captain Sinead Aherne leading from the front with 2-4.

Mick Bohan’s side showed their class from the off with Nicole Owens blasting a thunderbolt of a goal into the roof of the Galway net for the opening score of the game after only four minutes.

Captain Aherne added three points then got a goal of her own when Noelle Healy – a huge threat alongside the bustling Carla Rowe in the Dublin half forward line – outpaced her marker down the right

wing and passed up on her own shooting opportunity to put a fisted goal on a plate for Aherne two yards out.

Dublin had a 2-4 to 0-2 lead after just 17 minutes and added to the margin when Aherne lashed a penalty right into the top right hand corner after being pulled back. At 3-5 to 0-3 at half time, Galway couldn’t live with the All Ireland champions.

Notable The second half was notably more tame, with Healy again key as she played in Lyndsey Davey to hit a fourth.

While Galway brief ly looked capable of a late revival, in particular when Olivia Divilly beat Ciara Trant in the Dublin goal, they never looked likely to close a two goal margin, with Dublin ultimately 4-8 to 1-10 winners in a contest they

PLAYER OF THE MATCH Lyndsey Davey receives her award from President of the LGFA Maire Hickey. Picture: Eoin Noonan/Sportsfile

effectively ended by half time.

Dublin will now play old enemy and traditional ladies football powerhouse Cork in the final at Croke Park on September 16.

Player of the match Davey admitted there’s a little unfinished business with Cork at full time, referencing a series of All Ireland final

defeats to the Rebelettes ahead of last year’s win against Mayo.

“We did really well, but I suppose after the second half we still have a bit to work on,” Davey added.

“They put it up to us for a good 20 minutes. I suppose going into an All Ireland final, you want that a little bit.”

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BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S THERE was no winner of this week’s jackpot - next week is now €4,000. The numbers drawn were 24,6,14 and 5.

Well done to U-16 footballers Luke Byrne, Oran Dunne, Harry Coughley, Ryan Dwyer and Eoghan Gannon who represented Dublin in the U-16 intercounty tournament in Mallow last weekend.

Well done to our U-12 hurlers runners up in the Camaint finals in Abbotstown this weekend.

Congratulations to @dublinladiesg who are through to the All-Ireland Final! #UpTheDubs Best of luck to Michael Darragh Macauley and Colm Basquel who are playing in the All-Ireland final this weekend.

Dublin’s Rock hard forward-thinking

Ballymun Kickhams’ star Dean says the sky-blue target remains to get the ball into the front six as quickly as possible, a key area if Dublin are to unpick an ever-improving Tyrone outfit in Sunday’s SFC final  DAVE DONNELLY

FAUGHS A GOOD week on the juvenile hurling front U-14 Division Two team recorded a fine win, beating Cuala 3-10 to 3-4, leaving them joint-second.

On Saturday, the U-13 Division One team defeated St Jude’s 11-7 to 4-4, leaving them joint-second in Division One and the U-13 Division Five team beat Cuala, 5-9 to 3-3, have won seven from seven and sit top of their Division. Very well done lads.

Senior hurlers play St Jude’s next Saturday evening at 6pm on the main pitch. Junior As play Na Fianna away on Sunday at 10.15am. For full list of fixtures, please check club website.

Well done to Scott McConnell, Sean McDonald, Kevin Hogan and Dublin U-14 team, who reached the concluding stages of the prestigious Tony Forristal Tournament in Waterford at the weekend.

Also to James O’Brien, Sean O’Brien and Sean Cooney, who were part of Dublin U-15 squad who all played

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very well in Arrabawn Tournament in Tipperary, also last weekend.

Next Irish music and song night in the Members’ Bar is on Thursday, September 5. No cover charge. All welcome.

Fun Table Quiz continues as usual on Wednesday evenings. Why not come along and test your knowledge?

It was with deep sadness that we learned of the sad passing of Con Ryan.

Con was for many years, together with John Leonard, the force behind the Dublin junior hurling board.

Con’s contribution to Dublin hurling is legendary.

He will be sadly missed by family, friends and former colleagues on Dublin County Board. In ithealann Dé go raibh a anam dilis.

Club Lotto Jackpot: €5,800. Numbers: 2, 6, 16 and 21. No winner. Five “Match 3” winners (share €200) - Eamon Rea (X2), G& N Brennan, Jenny Rogers and Mary Ryan.

Next week’s jackpot will be €5,900.

DEAN Rock says Dublin will approach the All-Ireland final with Tyrone on Sunday with the same attacking style they approach any other game.

The Dubs received widespread criticism – including boos from the crowd – for the conclusion of their Super 8s game with Donegal.

Despite holding a healthy five-point lead, Dublin kept possession for the final ten minutes and ran the clock down before Paul Flynn popped over the final point in injury time.

The Ballymun Kickhams forward rejected suggestions that the current team are a more pragmatic and less exciting version of the side that thrilled their way to the 2013 crown.

“From our perspective we just want to go out and score as much

as we possibly can,” said Rock at Dublin GAA’s media team in advance of the All-Ireland final.

“We play an open game of football where we want to kick the ball as fast as we can and get the ball up as quickly as we can to guys that can shoot.

“From our perspective, it’s great as a forward line that defenders and midfielders and the goalkeeper are trying to get the ball up to you as quickly as possible.

“Then it’s up to you to execute and get the ball over the bar.

Yeah, no, certainly it’s still as enjoyable as it’s always been for us.

Challenges “[It’s] just that different teams pose different challenges at times. Certainly, we won’t change the way we want to play.”

That might be easier said than

done against a Tyrone side who have quickly narrowed the gap between the two sides in the past 12 months.

Dublin cruised past the Red Hand at Croke Park in the semifinal at Croke Park last August, putting up a 2-17 to 0-11 win against a Tyrone side who never really got going.

Jim Gavin’s side had to battle to victory in the league with 14 men in February, while there was only a goal in it when the sides met in Omagh in the Super 8s last month.

“We’ve played them twice [this year] and in the most recent game there was just one score in it,” said Rock.

“It went down to the wire. We were expecting a massive challenge from them; they’re a great team and they’ve played lots of football this summer as well.

“All of those games stand to you over time. I’m sure they’ve

ST MARK’S DEEPEST sympathies to the the Murphy family, also to the Muddiman family on their loss, Ar dheis Dé go raibh a n-anamach.

Well done to two of our U-16 players on representing Dublin hurling last weekend, well done Conor Burke (captain of U-16 Dublin) and Jack Kielthy. U-16 hurling championship this Saturday at Clondalkin Community Centre against Round Towers at 3.30pm.

Good luck to the Dublin senior team this Sunday in the All-Ireland final against Tyrone, may the best team prevail.

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Dean Rock lifts the Sam Maguire trophy last September. Picture: Ryan Byrne/Inpho

gathered huge momentum since we played them last and I’m sure they’ll bring that to the table.

“They’ve a squad of 21 guys there who can make a massive impact on a game so they’ll certainly take great momentum from [the last game].”

Tyrone will bring their own qualities to the game as well, and Rock says it will be difficult not to get sucked back into midfield on occasion to cover their strike runners.

“Individually they’ve got some great defenders in terms of Ronan McNamee, Michael McKiernan.

“All those guys are extremely good individuals, and then you’ve got a great defensive setup, with Colm Cavanagh back there as well.

“They’re a very hard, difficult team to break down, as we experienced up in Omagh a couple of weeks ago.”

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LEAGUE OF IRELAND: STUDENTS EVENTUALLY FIGHT BACK

LOI SHORTS Leahy and Stokes fire Bohs into last eight GOALS from Darragh Leahy and Eoghan Stokes saw Bohemians into the quarter-finals of the FAI Cup for the first time in four years at the expenses of Galway United on Friday night.

The Gypsies came into the game on the back of a 1-0 win over Shamrock Rovers in Tallaght last week and the confidence flowed as they took the lead after just six minutes as former Coventry City left-back Leahy’s speculative shot sailed past Tadhg Ryan and rippled the net.

Bohs dominated and the game looked all but over when JJ Lunney won a penalty early in the second half. Lunney’s spot-kick was easily saved by Ryan, however. Eoin McCormack saw his header cleared off the line as the Tribesmen pushed for an equaliser, but Bohs clinched it 12 minutes from time as Stokes scored directly from a free kick. Bohs travel to Derry City in the quarter-finals next week.

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CIE Ranch almost produced one of the shocks of the FAI Senior Cup when they built a 2-0 lead over UCD

CIE’s cup run comes to end of line in Greenogue FAI SENIOR CUP CIE Ranch UCD AFC after extra time  DAVE DONNELLY sport@dublingazette.com

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CIE Ranch came agonisingly close to making history and reaching the quarter-finals of the FAI Cup only to be cruelly denied at the last moment.

The Ranch led 2-1 going into the final moments of normal time despite having lost captain Gary O’Sullivan to a red card 15 minutes earlier.

Jason McClelland was the hitman for UCD, firing a low shot past the excellent Sean Brazil to force extra time, where UCD’s man advantage saw them add four goals

against an exhausted Ranch side.

So, while the Students will take their place in the last eight of the cup for the second time in three years, the amateur side’s near brush with infamy was the story of the round.

It began so well for Keith Cronin’s men, who were playing just their third game of the season after gaining promotion from LSL Sunday Senior 1B as champions last year.

Having battled to keep the game in the local area rather than ceding home advantage to UCD, Ranch hosted the game at Greenogue, the home of Peamount United.

Ranch started like a house on fire and led as early as the sixth minute

thanks to a slick passing move that belied their status as amateurs.

Dean O’Brien – who scored the injury-time winner in the previous round against Dublin Bus – picked out Graham Griffiths wide on the right and his low cross was turned into his own goal by Dan Tobin.

Dreamland It got even better for the Inchicore side nine minutes later as Glenn McCabe’s corner from the right was met by the head of defender Eddie Smith to make it 2-0 to the home side.

Yoyo Mahdy pulled one back for the Students shortly afterwards with a low shot past Sean Brazil in the Ranch goal.

That’s how it remained

at half time, Brazil pulling off another fine save five minutes from the break to pick a curling Kevin Coffey shot out of the top corner.

Brazil’s fine performance continued into the second half and he had to be at full stretch to deny the impressive McClelland, whose header from Gary O’Neill’s corner looked bound for the net.

Having weathered an onslaught, Ranch were looking increasingly likely to hold out for a shot at the big boys in the final eight.

That continued even after captain Gary Sullivan was sent off for a weary lunge through the back of UCD forward Conor Davis.

McClelland had other

ideas and he scored to force an extra 30 minutes, but not before Ranch were convinced an injury-time header from Smith had crossed the UCD line.

That last effort took the final bit of steam Ranch had to offer, and they were overrun in extra time, and sub Sean McDonald hooked the ball over Brazil to put UCD ahead for the first time.

Mahdy then made it 4-2 with a low shot before McClelland made it five with a wonderful solo effort, and O’Neill added the sixth late on with a tidy finish.

UCD have been drawn a t h o m e to P re m i e r Division Waterford in the quarter-finals to be played on September 7.

CABINTEELY’S FAI Cup dream ended on Friday night with a 2-1 defeat to Premier Division Limerick at the Market’s Field.

With the club already out of contention for a play-off spot, a prospective FAI Cup quarter-final was Pat Devlin’s side’s final opportunity to keep some competitive element in their season.

Captain Kevin Knight scored in injury time for Cabo but the damage had already been done with strikes either side of half-time from Connor Ellis and former

Dutch youth international Barry Maguire.

Ellis opener the scoring just before the half-hour as he intercepted a short backpass from Karl Manahan and rounded Stephen McGuinness.

Maguire added a second before the hour as he stabbed home a loose ball in the box. Knight set up a tense finish as he turned in the ball from a corner, and they peppered the Limerick goal with crosses but couldn’t quite force extra time.

Shels avoid big names in women’s quarters SHELBOURNE Ladies face a difficult trip to Eamonn Deacy Park to face Galway in the quarter-finals of the Continental Tyres FAI Women’s Senior Cup following Monday’s draw.

They are among a trio of Dublin clubs still involved with Kilkenny United welcome Peamount United while UCD Waves face Limerick for the matches set to be take place on the week ending Sunday, September 9.

Reigning champions Cork City have been paired with WNL league champions Wexford Youths. All dates and kick-off times will be confirmed in due course.

The draw took place at Castleknock Hotel and Resort and was performed by Republic of Ireland WNT Head Coach Colin Bell and defender Louise Quinn.

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LUCAN SARSFIELDS SENIOR Hurlers are back in action next week when Lucan host St Brigid’s in the league. As part of Lucan’s preparations for that and their following week’s championship game (v Setanta), they had a some challenge games this week.

As many of you will have seen, Paul Crummy suffered a rare injury when his arm became impailed in an opposition players helmet. Maybe a timely reminder for all our hurlers to examine their helmets and ensure the face guard is intact! Thankfully Paul is already back in training.

Congratulations to the U-16 camogie team securing Division 1 league title with a win over Kilmacud Crokes.

U-12 football hosted a visit from Monaleen GAA club. Two entertaining games were played on Sunday morning followed by lots of refreshments. A big thank you to all who organised.

It was with regret that the members heard of the death of Paddy Foley, late of Esker, who played football and hurling with Lucan in the 1950s.

Although resident in England for many years, he was a regular visitor to the club. Rest in Peace Paddy.

Live music in the bar on Saturday night with “The Rambling Itch”, as with all “Eve of The All Ireland” nights it promises to be an lively and entertaining night. Indeed if the hurling is anything to go by, so too will be Sunday afternoon for the Football final itself.

Bingo is back on Wednesday 8:30pm where the jackpot is over €800 and attracting allot more players. Last week, there was no winner of the €1,000 lotto, so this week it climbs to €1,400. Tickets can be purchased online, at the club, in Carey’s Newsagents or Kenny’s Bar.

ROUND TOWER, CLONDALKIN ALL at Round Tower GAA Club wish Jim, Frank and the Dubs the very best this weekend as they strive to win our county footballers fourth All Ireland in a row.

This coming Saturday night, in advance of the final, we’re delighted to welcome a Joe Dolan tribute to the club. It promises to be a night of great music and fun, with no admission charge. Joe Dolan fans are welcome to join us for the celebration. Music from 9pm.

In Defibs We Trust, a 5K Colour Fun Run, will be hosted by the Ciarán Carr Foundation on Sunday, September 30 in Corkagh Park. This year the Foundation is creating a trust fund for the maintenance, training and replacement of the 50+ life saving defibrillators that the Foundation has placed around the local community. Register to participate via our website and watch the Foundation video informing how

people became aware of the Foundation and how it has affected their lives.

On Friday, we host our annual All Ireland Football Final trip to Croke Park.

A very limited number of places are left.

If you wish to attend please contact Alan 087 9299488, Niall 087 6290870, Rory 087 7704297 or Matthew 087 6836737. Also if local businesses wish to contribute a spot prize please contact any of the lads.

Round Tower Lotto (August 20): Jackpot: €4,800, Numbers drawn: 3,6,13,16 bonus ball 24.

No overall winner and no bonus ball winner. Three €100 winners: Gemma & Philip Carr, Con & Anne, Denis O’Dea. Thank you to all who support our Lotto.

Bingo every Tuesday in the club with first call 8.30pm.

Jackpot €1,000 for full house within 47 numbers.

All welcome.

SOCCER: SHAMROCK ROVERS BRING END TO WINNING STREAK

Watts powers Rovers’ victory in Oriel LOI PREMIER DIVISION

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DYLAN Watts late penalty saw Shamrock Rovers land a massive threepoints as they ended Dundalk’s 13-game winning streak in dramatic fashion at Oriel Park.

The result denied the lilywhites the chance of moving six points clear at the head of the SSE Airtricity Premier Division while also keeping Rovers in strong contention for third place, moving them one point off Waterford.

Watts played a key role throughout, setting up the first goal too in the early stages. His curling free kick was met by Roberto Lopes who coolly headed it past Gary Rogers to silence the home support.

The following periods of the game did little to

please the home faithful as Dundalk failed to get a grip in the game, they laboured but Rovers hunted in packs and ensured Dundalk did not get time on the ball.

As the half wore on, Dundalk showed their grit to edge back into the game. The best of the chances fell to their top marksman Patrick Hoban.

From a free kick, the ball was played down into his direction and his overhead kick was well placed but Alan Mannus was equal to it after it took a deflection from Dane Massey.

The second half saw Dundalk get off to the perfect start as they broke down a hard working Shamrock Rovers defence. Michael Duffy cut inside from the left and his shot took a wicked def lection off Lee Grace and it looped over Mannus.

Shamrock Rovers’ Dylan Watts celebrates his winning goal. Picture: Bobby Best

Dundalk continued to press as the bombarded Shamrock Rovers with waves of attack but none produced real chances.

The best fell to Robbie Benson who headed wide when it looked as if he was a dead cert to score.

Watts had a fantastic free-kick saved by Rogers but he was to make up for it in the dying seconds of the game.

Sean Hoare was adjudged to have taken down Ronan Finn and Watts slotted the pen-

alty past Rogers before wheeling away to the travelling support.

Hoare would, even later, get his marching orders as Rovers grasped the victory with both hands.

Afterwards, the respective managers disagreed whether it should have been a penalty or not with Dundalk’s Stephen Kenny believing it should have been a corner instead.

“The referee made a very, very big decision.

In my view, he can’t be certain that’s a penalty at all. And to give it in the 94th minute is a big call.

Rovers’ Stephen Bradley, though, felt justice was done.

“It was a stonewall penalty for me,” he told RTÉ.

“When you see it back, it’s stonewall. And Dylan s h owe d t re m e n d o u s character to step up and take it.

“He’s a young lad and showed great steel to step up and hit it.”

Matt Talbot Collection Day

THE Matt Talbot Community Trust will host their inaugural Collection Day on Sunday, September 2 at the All Ireland Gaelic football final at Croke Park.

They are seeking volunteers to help with street collections around Croke Park, Dublin 3, before and after the match between Dublin and Tyrone. Matt Talbot works to empower adults who have experienced contact with the criminal justice system and/or addiction to effect posixxxx Dublin footballer Philly McMahon has previ- tive, enduring change through the provision of a ously helped out the Matt Talbot Trust quality education and support system.

Their work promotes independence, progression and community reintegration in the lives of their participants while promoting drug free awareness.

Fundraising and help from the Dublin community is central to their ability to have a positive impact on adults and communities.

If you can spare an hour or two this Sunday, September 2, between 1pm and 7pm, get in touch as soon as possible on 086 8859506 or email volunteerwithmatttalbot@gmail.com to hear how you can get involved.

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CANOEING: SALMON LEAP’S JENNY EGAN WINS FIRST MEDAL AT WORLD CHAMPS

Egan makes Irish canoeing history WORLD CANOE SPRINT  sport@dublingazette.com

SALMON Leap’s Jenny Egan became the first Irish athlete to win an International Canoe Federation (ICF) Senior Canoe Sprint World Championship medal on Sunday as she took bronze in the K1 5,000m event.

“I am delighted to win a bronze medal and to make history becoming the first Irish athlete to win a Senior Canoe Sprint World Championship medal, it is a dream come true,” she said after the race.

“I didn’t get a good start and I fell back to 15th. I made my way

up through the groups, chasing, chasing, chasing.

“The atmosphere in Portugal was electric; every time I raced by the grandstand, I heard the crowd chanting ‘Ireland’ which is amazing as we had such a small team there, but so many of my fellow international athlete friends and Portuguese friends were cheering for me.

“A big thanks to everyone for this amazing support, this is what makes our sport so special.”

Her success came in front of her nearest and dearest. Both of Egan’s parents were at the event; Tom Egan was Team Leader for

Jenny Egan following her race. Picture: Jantex

the Irish Canoe Sprint Team and Angie Egan was there as part of her support crew.

She is coached by her brother Peter Egan and her boyfriend Jon Simmons.

She took the start line alongside 28 competitors to battle it out on a tough course that consisted of one long lap of 1,000m and five short laps of 800m.

Egan did not get a great start and found herself back in 15th position after the first 300m.

H o w eve r, s h e s h o w e d h e r strength and determination by catching the competitors group by group over the next 3,000m.

With 1,700m to go before the finish line, Egan put in a massive sprint to get up into the leading group of four high quality athletes which comprised of Lizzie Broughton of Great Britain (a previous World Championship medalist), Maryna Litvinchuk of Belarus (Olympic bronze medalist from both London 2012 and Rio de Janeiro 2016), Caitlin Ryan of New Zealand (multiple World Championship medallist) and Emma Jorgensen of Denmark (Olympic silver medalist from Rio de Janeiro 2016).

Shortly after, Egan caught this leading group but both Jorgensen and Ryan were not able to keep the increasing pace and lost contention from the other two.

Egan dug deep and fought to ensure she would be in the medal shake-up in the final 300m.

Broughton sprinted for the line winning the gold medal with Litvinchuk winning the silver and Egan the bronze.

Mulkerrins’ new lease of life CIRCLE OF LIFE

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KEN Mulkerrins from Lucan, a former Irish kayaking champions, recently cycled from Dublin to the symbolic Circle of Life Garden, a commemorative garden for organ donors located in Salthill.

A heart transplant recipient and father of two young children, he took on the challenge to raise awareness for organ donation. Following his transplant in 2016, he

achieved his goal of completing his first 5km run just six months after a call for his life saving transplant.

Determined to embrace his second chance of life and honour his deceased donor, Mulkerrins (39) has since undertaken triathlons, duathlons and adventure races and this latest 220km cycle.

His brother-in-law has also undergone a kidney transplant before Ken himself learned that he would require one.

Heart transplant recipient Ken Mulkerrins with his children Conor and Kate

Jenny Egan, right, with her bronze medal along with Maryna Litvinchuk and Lizzie Broughton. Picture: Carolyn Cooper

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CLUB NOTES

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ST PAT’S PALMERSTOWN

A REMINDER once again that our golf classic is taking place on Friday, September 14. All support appreciated. Please contact Conor Haugh on 086 3851310 for further information.

Some of our juvenile teams resumed matches again at the weekend.

Details of all fixtures will be available on our website and Facebook during the week.

A special mention for our U-15 footballers after their big win over Naomh Fionnbarra. It was a game they had to win, so well done all.

The numbers in the lotto draw were 2, 5, 15 and 26. There was no jackpot winner. We had one match three winner – K & A Fagan who won €200. The jackpot next week will be €4,600. The draw take place on Sunday night in the Palmerstown House at 10pm. Tickets are available online at https://www. locallotto.ie/play_newa.asp?ll_id=1483#Anchor Tickets can also be bought from SuperValu, Palmerstown House, Manor Hair Studios, Mullingar House, and Chapelizod Post Office. Many thanks to all our ticket sellers and everyone for supporting this important fundraiser.

ST ANNE’S WELL done to all our teams in action this week. Training continues as usual for all club teams this week, so please contact your team management for times and details.

There was one winner of this week’s lotto. Numbers drawn were 7, 21 and 27.

Next week’s jackpot is €1,000. Please get your tickets in asap. Tickets are €60 each.

To be in with a chance to win a share of our total prize fund of €52,000 over 52 draws, please contact Ciara on 087 6424065 for more details on this great value club lotto.

This week’s lucky number was 15 with one winner. Thanks all for your continued

support.

Cash Bingo continues each Tuesday and there is live music in our club bar on selected Friday and Saturday nights.

Check out our social media pages for details our Ballad sessions, taking place on Thursday nights in our members’ bar.

All are welcome to come along and join in. Contact Greg McKeown for details, 0860735085.

For various different fitness classes on throughout the week, from Boxersize, Pilates, Zumba, Coach Approach A&C Fitness Circuit Classes, Get Fit With Kim and plenty more, please check out our social media pages for weekly updates on times.

ST MARY’S OUR thanks to all the boys and girls who attended our Annual Street Leagues. Our thanks to the coaches, referees and organisers for a job well done.

All club members can now find details of the various Player Injury Schemes on our Facebook page and website with downloadable claim forms for both GAA/WILLIS and the LGFA schemes.

The Roar For Four. All roads lead to St Marys GAA Club Saggart on Sunday 2nd September as the Dubs take on Tyrone in the All Ireland Football Final.

Come on down and be part of Blue Sunday. COYBIB. Monthly Whist takes place on Thursday evening at 830pm in club lounge.

Door is always open to new players.

Lotto numbers were 1-20-23-27. There was no winner so next week’s Jackpot remains capped at €8000 with a €4800 Roll-over. There were no Match 3 winners so next week’s Match 3 will be worth €200 win/share.

You can now follow the LocalLotto link on our Facebook page by using the Blue “Shop Now” button and website to play Lotto online.

Please note that the Lotto now takes place on Sunday evenings in club lounge at 7pm.

THOMAS DAVIS WELL done to the U-16 footballers who beat St Catherines in the Division 2 second place playoff. Well done to the U13B Hurlers who had a good win in the league.

Well done to Olwen Carey and Siobhan McGrath along with the Dublin senior ladies team who reached the All Ireland final against Cork.

Best of luck to our senor camogie team in the second round of the championship against Lucan Sarsfields on Thursday, August 30 at home at 7pm; all support welcome.

Best of luck to our U-15s and U-13s play-

ing Na Fianna and Faughs/Celtic away on Sunday.

Best of luck to our U-12s and U-11s teams, starting their winter leagues on Saturday and Sunday, starting against Good Counsel and Whitehall Colmcilles. Both matchs are away fixtures.

All our juvenile teams have started back training and are always looking for new boys and girls to come up and try out this fantastic sport and make new friends.

Please see the club website for times related to age group.

LADIES FOOTBALL: JAMES GAELS LEAVE IT LATE

Prendergast’s perfect precision JUNIOR G FINAL St James Gaels 1-8 Erin’s Isle 2-4  NIGEL MCCARTHY sport@dublingazette.com

ST JAMES Gaels claimed the New Ireland Assurance Junior G Ladies Football Championship title with an injury time co nve r te d f re e f ro m Joanne Prendergast on Friday evening in St Margaret’s.

Isles had looked to have brought the game to extra time with a stunning goal from Jade Callery in stoppage time but were left devastated at the final whistle.

The Gaels got off to the perfect start when a shot by Joanne Prendergast cannoned off the crossbar into the hands of Leanne Byrne who smashed to the top righthand corner.

Catriona Fitzgerald added a point soon after to continue their strong star but Isles had a goal back by the seventh minute when a speculative shot from Emma Quinn ended up in the bottom left of the goal.

The Finglas outfit had their tails up and Megan Thomas converted a free and the sides were level,

St James Gaels celebrate their success. Picture: GAAPics.com

preceding a 16-minute spell without another score.

Isles finally broke the scoreless passage, Callery turning inside her marker to pick out Thomas; she hit a lovely pass inside to Katie Duggan who split the post with an excellent strike.

But a brilliant Catriona Fitzgerald run and score gave St James Gaels a one point lead at the break, 1-3 to 1-2.

O’Sullivan added to the lead in the second half with a smart point and

DOUBLE DELIGHT Lucan U-16s land pair of camogie titles

LUCAN SARSFIELDS Under16s took home two pieces of silverware last Saturday with wins in both Division 1 and 3 of their leagues.

The A side won the top tier with a 5-7 to 4-9 win over Kilmacud Crokes at Silverpark to win their league. The Division 3 side, meanwhile, got their trophy thanks to a 7-9 to 4-5 win over St Oliver Plunkett’s/ Eoghan Ruadh.

Joanne Prendergast, in the 40th minute, pushed the Gaels lead out to three.

A stunning Tia Nulty point pegged it back to two with six minutes remaining and, seconds later, a nice point from Samantha Jameson put the minimum between the sides.

Ha n n a h Kava n a g h nudged Isles a bit further ahead and O’Sullivan made it three in the difference once more going into injury time.

C a l l e r y, t h o u g h ,

stormed back as she unleashed a rocket which nestled into the top right corner. Extra time looked to be on the cards but there was just enough time for one more piece of drama.

St James Gaels swept back down the field and as Aishling Whelan entered the scoring zone she was fouled.

That gave Prendergast the opportunity to put her team back in front and she held her nerve to swing the free over the bar.

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LADIES FOOTBALL: WANDERERS PRODUCE EPIC COMEBACK IN IN F FINAL

Sweet Valentine kick starts Wands’ magic NEW IRELAND JUNIOR F FINAL Wanderers Round Towers, Lusk  NIGEL MCCARTHY sport@dublingazette.com

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A DRAMATIC second half comeback, led by the inspirational Caroline Conway, secured the New Ireland Assurance Junior F Ladies Football title for Wanderers in St Margaret’s last Friday.

The Lusk outfit dominated the first 30 minutes en route to an eight point interval lead and the destination of the Junior F trophy looked to be heading to Fingal.

But Wanderers weren’t ready to say bon voyage to the title and produced three second half goals to send their supporters into raptures.

Conway led the charge with the classy midfielder dominating the middle and her penetrating runs and intelligent passing opened up the once watertight Towers’ defence.

She was ably assisted by the support running and clever interplay of Anne Whelan, Maria Redmond and Aleisha Fitzgerald.

The two corner forwards Danielle Valentine and Emma Murphy chased every ball and tirelessly harassed the Towers backline.

It wasn’t just the attacking unit that shone in the second half, a backline that had found itself under severe pressure in the first period solidified after the break

and with Adele Casey minding the house and Kellie Gaynor turning over numerous Round Towers attacks Wanderers had the platform to stage their comeback.

Wanderers did open the scoring after four minutes, midfielder Conway having a quick exchange of passes with Aleisha Fitzgerald put the number 8 in the clear and she split the posts.

But Towers were dominating possession and were well on top. In the seventh minute, they were awarded a penalty for a push on Elin Kirwan in the square. Sophie O’Hara stood up to take the spot kick but her effort was saved by the foot of Wanderers keeper Kyra O’Sullivan.

Towers though won the rebound and were awarded a free for another foul and O’Sullivan made no mistake this time and slotted over.

They pushed on with further scores from Jessica Grimes and Sophie O’Hara.

Maria Redmond pegged them back briefly but that was as good as it got for Wanderers as Round Tower dominated till the short whistle.

Grimes grabbed her second point of the evening and Sophie O’Hara added two more, one from play and the other a converted free. Early sub Niamh Howley then picked up a rebound from an O’Hara shot that hit the bar and she fired into the net.

Two more O’Hara points made it 1-8 to 0-3 at half-time.

The Lusk side extended their lead early in the second half via Grace Codd for a

Wanderers celebrate their success. Picture: GAAPics.com

nine-point lead but, from there on, it was all Wanderers with Danielle Valentine’s major the start of the turning point.

The goal came in the 41st minute. Kellie Gaynor turned the ball over in defence, worked it to Aleisha Fitzgerald who flicked the ball over her head into the path of Gaynor.

She slipped the ball inside to Conway who picked out Anne Whelan with a pinpoint foot pass and the number 10 struck a beauty to the net.

Conway and Emma Murphy swung over points to trim the lead down to just

one and while Towers got some respite via Meghan Kiely’s point, the Rockbrook club soon took over.

From a free, Murphy shaped up to take it. Whether she was going for a point or goal only the player will know herself, but her shot dipped just under the crossbar and nestled in the back of the net, taking a 53rd minute lead.

And they gritted out the closing few minutes to stay a couple of points clear and land their first title in 11 years when hockey World Cup winners Nicci Daly and Ali Meeke were in the side.

Emmet’s/Anne’s undone by Master-ful Ballymun JUNIOR E FINAL Ballymun Kickhams 4-5 Robert Emmet’s/St Anne’s 0-11  DAIRE WALSH sport@dublingazette.com

A STUNNING individual haul of 4-3 from the outstanding Jade Kelly paved the way for Ballymun Kickhams to secure the

New Ireland Assurance Dublin Junior ‘E’ Ladies Football Championship crown at Lawless Park.

A l t h o u g h Ro b e r t Emmet’s/St Anne’s provided stubborn opposition in a lively encounter, the midas touch of Kelly ensured the silverware would be making its way towards Pairc

The Robert Emmet’s/St Anne’s side that played Ballymun in the Junior E final. Picture: GAAPics.com

Ciceam.

Lining up alongside the dynamic centre-forward in the Ballymun attack was 2010 All-Ireland winning Dublin captain Denise Masterson - who is now enjoying her second spell at the club after a memorable period with Naomh Mearnog.

Seven minutes had passed before the deadlock was broken. With Eilis Davenport deployed in a roving role, there was ample space for Masterson and inside partner, Megan Kelly, to operate in.

At the end of an excellent solo, the former intercounty star was adjudged to have been fouled and Jade Kelly opened her account.

A physically-imposing Emmet’s/Anne’s forward line began to have an impact as the half developed and corner-forward Chloe Conroy cut through for an equalising score.

This was quickly cancelled out by Megan Kelly at the opposite end but a purple patch helped Emmet’s/Anne’s to turn the table on their northside rivals.

Wing-forward Molly Doran had raised the deci-

bel levels with a brace of fine efforts and full-forward Aisling Kerins also split the posts to open a two-point cushion.

Mun needed to settle themselves and the aforementioned Jade Kelly provided it on 20 minutes.

Shannon Keating quickly restored order for Emmet’s/ Anne’s but the opening goal of the contest arrived at a crucial juncture.

Masterson was again the instigator for the pivotal three-pointer. She released Jade Kelly on an overlap and the latter did the needful with a low finish to the net.

Masterson also set-up Megan Kelly for a goalscoring opportunity just shy of the half-hour mark but, much to the relief of the expanded Emmet’s/ Anne’s faithful, her strike drifted past the post.

Nevertheless, Ballymun

had a slender half-time advantage – 1-3 to 0-5 – at their disposal. On the resumption, Emmet’s levelled matters through Kerins’ impressive single at an awkward angle.

But they were left reeling in the 34th-minute as Kelly grabbed her second goal off a rebounded shot.

She added another point and this was quickly supplemented by her third goal inside the final-quarter. Her well-directed free from 30 metres slipped through the fingertips of Abbey Donaghy – and into the back of the Emmet’s/ Anne’s net.

While most would be content with a hat-trick of goals, the magnificent Kelly maintained her unquenchable thirst for scores and broke through with 10 minutes to go, a cool strike into the bottom right-hand corner.

FOOTBALL

Masters through to All Ireland decider DUBLIN’S Masters footballers (over-40) made the most of the second chance saloon with they defeated Donegal in Saturday’s All-Ireland semi-final replay in Lacken, Cavan.

Erin’s Isle’s Niall Crossan converted seven frees while Kilmacud Crokes’ Ray Cosgrove rolled back the years to kick three points from play in a decisive display as the Dubs emerged to face Tyrone in the AllIreland decider on September 15.

The Dubs led by four points entering added time before Donegal goaled through Gerald McGrenra to make for a nervy finish but Cosgrove settled Dublin with a point before Donegal closed out the scoring for this well-contested duel.

Three points in quick succession by the 20th minute from St Peregrine’s Ciaran McGuinness, Crossan (free) and Cosgrove had Dublin in good stead.

However, by the interval and Michael Ward free just before the break gave Donegal a 0-5 to 0-4 lead.

Dublin’s freetaking came to the fore in the second period as Donegal conceded several scores from deadball with Crossan slotting six frees while Johnny McNally drove over one excellent effort from near the sideline.

Down overcame Clare by a single point in the other semifinal, also via replay.

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WANDS MAGIC FINAL TOUCH LADIES FOOTBALL: Ballyboden comes back from nowhere to topple Round Towers and win their first junior championship in 11 seasons SEE P39

LUCKY 13 SOCCER: Shamrock

Rovers end Dundalk’s mammoth winning streak with a brilliant performance in Co Louth SEE P36

IRISH FIRST FOR EGAN CANOEING: Salmon Leap’s Jenny Egan became the first Irish woman to win a world championshipcanoe sprint medal last weekend in Portugal SEE P37

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Gavin urges Dub stars to savour every moment  DAVE DONNELLY

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DUBLIN manager Jim Gavin has urged his young team to savour their moments of success as they zero in on a possible record-equalling fourth successive AllIreland.

The Dubs face Tyrone at Croke Park on Sunday in the final with the carrot of a place in history.

The feat has only been managed three times in the past, twice by Kerry between 1929 and 1932 and again under the great Mick O’Dwyer between 1978 and 1981 - the other was Wexford from 1915 to 1918.

Gavin, who won Sam Maguire once as a player in 1995 – when the Pat O’Neill-managed side beat the Red Hand by a point – says a football career is too short not to fully enjoy the high points.

“One thing we always try to do with the current players is [ensure] that they just enjoy the experience,” Gavin said at Dublin’s pre-final press conference.

“It doesn’t come around often. We’re on a bit of a run at the moment but just to enjoy the experience, the representative part of it, because that is short-lived.

“You are only in the shop window as a player for a very finite time.”

Gavin, at 24, was one of the younger members of the panel alongside one of his current assistants, Jason Sherlock, and could

Bohemians and St Kevin’s Boys young stars have formally joined forces for 2018 and beyond Dublin are hoping they can join the pantheon of greats to win four in a row on Sunday. Picture: James Crombie/Inpho

“We’ve never referenced the past. We try to learn from it.” have expected the side to kick on and win more titles in later years.

Yet, while he did win three Leinster championships as a player, the Boys in Blue wouldn’t reach another All-Ireland final before he retired from intercounty football in 2002.

While his glittering career as a manager has seen far more success come to the capital – and players are much better -versed in winning – he feels his players would be

well worth heeding the lesson.

“I was only on the squad a couple of seasons,” he says of the 1995 final. “The build up to that game was that team had come so close to getting over the line that there was a big sense of relief when we eventually won a tight game against Tyrone.

“The young members of the group, Jason, Dessie [Farrell] and myself, we wanted a lot more.

There’s a great lesson in

that.

“We’d won a few Leinsters running into that and I think 2002 was the next. There was a bit of a gap and it gave us a great lesson that you need to live in the moment and focus on the now.

“We had some great teams in 96, 97 and beyond but there were other great counties and that’s just the nature of it.”

While Gavin cautions his players to learn from the county’s history, he’s

adamant that they don’t use the past as a marker for where they are now.

There is a rich culture of competitiveness and self-improvement that has propelled to the Dubs to become one of the greatest teams in the history of the sport, and one Gavin sees continuing.

“We’ve never referenced the past. We try to learn from it. There’s a rich learning environment within the group.

“It really is all about the next game and that has

probably been their biggest strength to be that focused.

“Speaking of Paul Flynn, Michael Darragh [Macauley], Cian [O’Sullivan] – their attitude is phenomenal and that drives their energy into each game.

“Yes, they celebrate when we get a win, and it’s important too that they socialise together, but it is all about focusing on the representative game and doing your best.