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ESB: ‘no more power cuts for Clondalkin’ PADRAIG CONLON
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ANGRY residents in Clondalkin who endured another power cut this week, are hoping ESB have finally sorted things out. Over 2,500 buildings in the local area lost power for almost two hours on Monday afternoon, in the latest incident in a spate of outages this year.
For the past several weeks, local residents have been reporting one large power cut a week. In the first few months of 2019, the area was also hit with four major power cuts in as many months which affected houses, traffic lights and businesses. ESB Networks says the latest large power-outage was caused by an underground cable fault.
In a statement, ESB Networks told Dublin Gazette they are confident there will be no more problems for customers in Clondalkin. “ESB Networks can confirm that approximately 2,500 customers in the Clondalkin area were impacted last Monday (September 30) by a power outage,” a spokesperson said. CONTINUES ON PAGE 2
Gardai recover chalice stolen 21 years ago GARDAI have recovered a very valuable 17th Century chalice that was stolen during a burglary in Louth in 1998. The chalice was among a number of solid silver items stored in a safe that was stolen in October 1998. SEE PAGE 3
Tidy Towns ALL local Tidy Towns committees throughout the county scored very impressively in this year’s competition and should take great pride in their SEE PAGE 4 results.
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RESIDENTS: ONE LARGE POWER CUT A WEEK
Clondalkin in the dark again after latest power cut FROM PAGE 1
“ESB Networks crews were immediately dispatched to carry out repairs, with supply restored to all customers. “Following a number of reported outages in the area in recent months, ESB Networks has been carrying out extensive investigations on our infrastructure there. “ We a re c o n f i d e n t that we have found the source of the fault with repairs carried out yesterday afternoon. “ESB Networks would like to apologise to all impacted customers in the Clondalkin area.” Local Fianna Fail councillor, Trevor Gilligan told Dublin Gazette he has been contacted by many angry constituents looking for answers to the local power cut problems. “They are far too frequent, I’m happy to have a reply and hopefully these outages are coming to an end, according
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to the ESB,” he said. “They have been sectionalising in the Clondalkin area in order to identify and isolate the cause of a recent cable fault in the area. “This is the reason some people have expe-
rienced an intermittent supply. “They said they are now down to a short piece of network that does not supply any domestic customers, and they will continue to work to identify and
repair the fault which is currently impacting some public lighting in the area. “I have had contact from several irate constituents, so I can only hope that the situation is now rectified.”
Tesco reveals its range of local projects to support
TESCO Ireland has announced local projects that will participate in the new cycle of the Tesco Community Fund across their stores. Customers are encouraged to vote with their blue tokens for their preferred project, enabling local charitable organisations to make a difference in communities across Ireland. Across Dublin alone, the Tesco Community Fund has donated more than €1,393,000 since 2014. Each Tesco store has three nominated local projects that customers can vote for using their blue tokens. Tesco Clondalkin will be supporting Knockmitten United, Downey School Of Irish Dancing and Cherry Orchard F.C. Tesco Tallaght will be supporting ABACAS Special School, Social Circle and Old Bawn Community School Tesco Rathfarnham will be supporting Terenure Girl Guides, The Web Project and Whitechurch F.C. Tesco customers can fill out a nomination form in store, and every eight weeks, three local causes will be selected for the Tesco Community Fund. For further information, see Tesco.ie.
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Paul Murphy launches new political group DUBLIN South West TD Paul Murphy has established a new political grouping called RISE following his resignation from the Socialist Party last week. Announcing the group’s political objectives in Buswell’s Hotel on Monday afternoon, Deputy Murphy, and four members of the new group, said they will try to build a new left movement in Irish society. Murphy said that after a year-long debate within the Socialist Party, he decided to part company with it and help form RISE: Radical, Internationalist, Socialist and Environmentalist. As RISE’s only elected member, the Dublin South West TD said his grouping would promote what is termed a ‘Green New Deal’ of socialist policies for Ireland, which will be published shortly. Murphy said the electoral ambitions of RISE were modest and the grouping will not attempt to run “a raft of candidates” in the next general election. He also said RISE will seek to work with other leftleaning parties, such as Sinn Féin and the Greens, plus pursue broader left-wing campaigns to further socialist objectives.
550 take part in half marathon and 10k in Clondalkin FASTLANE is a new half marathon and 10km event that took place on Saturday (29th) in Clondalkin. Runners who took part in last weekends event reported setting new personal best times. With only 27 meters elevation per lap, meaning no tough hills, runners were being challenged to record their new personal best (PB) time along the route. In a post event survey 37% of participants reported achieving a PB in the half marathon and 52% indicated that they achieved a PB in the 10K. Italo Giancaterina from Crusaders was the first man to cross the line in the half marathon at 1:12:28, whilst Grace Kennedy-Clarke from Donore Harriers was the first woman at 1:27:11.
In the 10k event, Ian Phelan from Rathoath Athletic Club had a chip time of 0:35:09 whilst Deirdre Ní Shuilleabhain’s chip time of 0:47:49 in the same race. All finishers got a bespoke colourful medal and a training top to show off at the end of the race.
Mill marks 25 years THE Mill Shopping Centre in Clondalkin is celebrating it’s 25th anniversary this month with a series of exciting fun family events. Starting this Saturday, at 1pm there will be a DJ, face painting and balloon modellers in the Centre to help kick the celebrations off. As part of their activities they will have a draw each Saturday for spot prizes from the Centre’s various retailers. There will be a main draw prize each week with the weekly winners going forward to the Grand Draw on the Bank holiday Monday 28th October. For more details please go to www.millcentre.ie
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THEFT: 17TH CENTURY ARTEFACT WAS TAKEN DURING A BURGLARY IN 1998
Gardai recover chalice stolen 21 years ago PADRAIG CONLON
GARDAI have recovered a very valuable 17th Century chalice that was stolen during a burglary in Louth in 1998. The engraved chalice was among a number of solid silver items stored in a safe that was stolen from Collon Church of Ireland in Ardee in October 1998. The safe was found later that year in Tallaght, but most of its contents had been removed. The chalice remained stolen until this week.
The chalice was advertised to be auctioned in Dublin city during the week. A member of the Collon community spotted the advert for the auction, which was due to take place during the week. Gardai in Ardee were alerted to the auction before the chalice was then seized by gardaí in Dublin. The chalice was taken back to Ardee, where it was positively identified. Gardaí said they are continuing to investi-
gate all the circumstances of the burglary that occurred in 1998. The chalice is d e s c r i b e d a s “s o l i d George III silver” and had been listed for auction with a guide price of between €3,000 and €5,000. It is engraved with the words: “The Gift of Mrs Foster to the Church of Collon.” When the safe was found in Tallaght back in 1998, everything of material value had been taken from it and all that remained were several religious books.
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Calls to enforce HGV ban
The very valuable 17th Century chalice
The books were later found by a group of local youths, who recognised that they were holy books and brought them to their local Catholic priest.
The priest realised the books were to do with the Protestant faith and returned them to the Church of Ireland. Anyone with information relating to the
whereabouts of the chalice since 1998 have been asked to contact Ardee Garda station on 041 685 3222, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any garda station.
A LOCAL representative has called on gardai to enforce a law in Palmerstown which he claims is being ignored. David Gardiner, Workers’ Party representative says he has written to the local Garda Superintendent concerning the existing, yet unenforced, ban on heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) weighing over 7.5t from using the Kennelsfort Road. “Private companies are using our roads to make their profits without adequate consideration being given to the community here in Palmerstown. “This is why I’m calling on gardai to set up checkpoints along the road and ensure that the ban on HGVs along the Kennelsfort Road is enforced.”
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COMPETITION
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Tidy Towns committees increase scores ALL local Tidy Towns committees throughout the county scored very impressively in this year’s competition and should take great pride in their results. The 61st Annual S u p e r Va l u Na t i o n a l Ti d y Tow n s c o m p e tition results were announced at the Helix on Monday, and they revealed all local committees increased their scores by at least eight points this year, with Rathcoole entering the competition for the first time, making a very healthy start. In addition to the i n c r e a s e i n s c o r e s, Lucan again achieved a bronze medal for the third year in a row, and this year three local committees achieved S p e c i a l Re c o g n i t i o n Awards: Brittas – County Endeavour Award, Ballyboden TT- Sustainable Development Award and Friends of the Camac, came highly commended, with a
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Full Dublin Mid-West Tidy Towns results: • Lucan 322 (up 10) • Clondalkin 298 (up 11) • Newcastle Lyons 290 (up 10) • Palmerstown 275 (up 11) huge congratulations – taking the Overall Waters and Communities Award. Pat O’Sullivan from Clondalkin Tidy Towns said: “Clondalkin Tidy To w n s [ C T T ] w a s formed in 2012. “In seven short years CTT has achieved a great deal. “Our success has been earned through hard work, teamwork and the sum of its ‘parts’. “Those ‘parts’ include many people of diverse b a c k g ro u n d s, s k i l l s, talents and a common desire to make Clondalkin a better place to live and work in. “The ir voluntary ethos is second to none.”
Love Island sensation lands in Liffey Valley IRELAND’S favourite export Maura Higgins has been keeping her stardom flame alight since she left the sunshine in Love Island on the arm of professional dancer Curtis Pritchard. Maura popped out to Boots in Liffey Valley
Shopping Centre for a ‘Meet and Greet’ with fans, who were quick to snap up the new Bellamianta offering. The original Bella Babe, Maura once again returned to show her support for Bellamianta Luxury Tan. Picture: Brian McEvoy
Public invited to register interest in affordable homes PADRAIG CONLON
THE council has launched a new portal for provisional expressions of interest from the public for the provision of affordable homes. The launch of the portal follows the recent allocation of €18 million to South Dublin County Council by the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government through the government’s Serviced Sites Fund, to support the development of three sites earmarked for the delivery of affordable homes. The three sites initially being developed plan for an estimated: 300 affordable homes in Killinarden, Tallaght. 135 homes in phase one of the recently approved Clonburris Strategic Development Zone (SDZ) scheme and 100 homes in Rathcoole. The council say they are now asking members of the public to register their provisional interest for these homes online at www.sdcc.ie/affordablehomes. This initial engagement with the public
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is to allow the council to gauge the level of interest generally prior to finalising its plans. Further information on eligibility and income limits are expected to be published by the government in the coming months. It is estimated up to 1,500 of these new homes will be delivered as affordable and will help low-to-middle income earners purchase their own property. The final breakdown of the five m i xe d t e n u re developments will be decided, based on the final master plans approved for each site and on the finalisation of the government’s affordable housing scheme. Speaking at the launch of the portal, Mayor of South Dublin County, Cllr Vicki Casserly, said: “I am happy to launch the new affordable homes portal for South Dublin County Council as the council looks to address issues of housing affordability that exist for low-to-middle income households. I would encourage people to log on and register their interest with the council for affordable housing in the county.”
I would encourage people to log on and register their interest for affordable housing
DUBLIN Mid-West TD Gino Kenny says he has submitted an objection to the change of use of the existing building at 32 Ballynakelly Edge in Newcastle, from a community centre to residential. The submission is in relation to an application to build 406 residential units at Newcastle South and Ballynakelly, in Newcastle. Deputy Kenny said: “The application to change the use of community centre, from the purpose for which it was built, to residential is completely inappropriate. “There is a lack of community facilities in Newcastle already and with another proposed 406 residential units, this need will increase dramatically. “It therefore makes no sense whatsoever to abandon an already constructed community centre.”
Decision upheld AN Bord Pleanála has upheld the council’s decision that the change of use of the Carmelite Monastery in Firhouse, to a homeless hub for families is an exempted development. Last January, Brian Lawlor, Fine Gael councillor for Firhouse-Bohernabreena, lodged an appeal with ABP against the council’s decision to deem the change of use of the property as an exempted development. At the time he told Dublin Gazette: “The reason I lodged the query is because it is my belief that the building is not okay to house families. I’ve been in it, it is not suitable, it consists of single room dorms, there’s no changing facilities for children and no play facility.” Respond Housing Association, who are leasing the building, have been using it since December last year for accommodating families on the housing list. If a development is deemed exempted, planning permission is not required for the proposed change of use of the development.
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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK
GAA President, John Horan officially opened the newly renamed Jerome Twomey Park at Westmanstown Gaels GAA Club, in the company of family and friends of Jerome Twomey
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T was a momentous day last week as Garda Westmanstown Gaels GAA Club renamed their grounds to Jerome Toumey Park in honour of their friend, Jerome who tragically passed away last year. GAA President John Horan was present to perform the ceremony. Jerome Twomey was a member of the Garda GAA Club for over 40 years since his arrival in Dublin’s Pearse St Station in 1978 and looked after the grounds in Westmanstown for over two decades.
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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK
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UBS of all ages flowed into Merrion Square in the city centre in a river of blue at the weekend for ‘The Homecoming’ – the official celebration of the
incredible successes of Dublin’s men’s and women’s Gaelic Football teams recently. The teams were honoured in style, with the capital delighted to pay tribute to the sporting
heroes on their historic respective victories – the men with their five-in-a-row, and the women with their three-in-a-row. Even the legendary Marty Morrissey was
almost lost for words as he talked to the captains and the teams, with their remarkable victories deserving his lavish praise for them. The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Paul McAuliffe,
summed up the capital’s pride and admiration for the victorious men and women, with both teams making a mark in the history books that will be very hard to ever match or surpass.
Pictures: Chris Bellew/ Fennell Photography Everyone was delighted to celebrate the fantastic victories by both the men’s and women’s teams
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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK
Presentation of prizes in the annual Summer Stars reading competition Captain HoHo performs for his adoring fans (top and right)
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HILDREN who took part in the Summer Stars reading programme were presented with certificates and prizes at the Lucan Library last week. Summer Stars is the national reading programme for children taking place in all 330 public libraries throughout the country from June 15 until the end of August. Summer Stars is a completely free programme and open to all children. The presentation was followed by some fun family entertainment. Pictures: EMILY GALLAGHER
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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK Clockwise from top right Damien, Deborah, Amilia, Daniel Royal; Samantha Yang with Julia and Coco Du; Sam and Alan Hayes with Ewan and Gordon Wallace with Maeve; Mags, Terry, Caoimhe, Niamh, Darcy Louise Phelan and Maria and Otilia Stan
Eleanor, Sarah, Maeve, Liz who are the hardworking library staff
Maisy Kearney, Sophie Brady, Sam Kearney and Mary Connolly
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COMPETITION
USING ART TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT INJUSTICE
Angela T. Carr
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Dublin poets win Trocaire award PADRAIG CONLON
THREE Dublin poets were among the award winners at a competition that uses the arts to raise awareness about global injustice. Christine Broe, Angela T. Carr and Yvonne Farrell were the three local winners in the annual Trocaire poetry competition this year. Christine was winner in the ‘Adult Published’ category with her poem ‘The Kerchief’, Angela was a runner up winner in the ‘Published poets’ category with her poem ‘ S h e l l s ’ a n d Yvo n n e received a runner up prize in the ‘Post Primary Senior’ category for her poem also titled ‘Shells’. The 2019 competition prize winners gathered here in Dublin recently to receive their awards. Tr o c a i r e ’s a n n u a l poetry competition, in association with Poetry Ireland, uses the arts to raise awareness about the leading global justice issues of our time. The winners of this year’s competition took
part in a showcase event in Poetry Ireland’s centre in Dublin on Culture Night. The event also included the launch of an anthology of fifty of the best poems from the eight years of the competition Speaking at the prize winners’ event, President Michael D. Higgins drew attention to the importance of the competition. “The Trocaire/Poetry Ireland competition is an important event in Ireland’s literary calendar bringing together the voices of new and emerging poets, including some as young as eight years old, with those of established and distinguished writers,” he said. “That is such an imaginative challenge and I am delighted to know that many thousands of poets have responded since the inception of the Trocaire/Poetry Ireland competition in 2012.” This year, the competition explored the theme ‘Land is Life’.
Poets were encouraged to explore a local to global perspective and reflect on Ireland’s own history of hunger and
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ners and runners-up, and thank everyone who entered.” The competition is open to young people,
That is such an imaginative challenge and I am delighted to know that many thousands of poets have responded since the inception of the Trocaire/Poetry Ireland competition in 2012 migration. The winners, from young primary school students to published adult poets, tackled the theme with creativity and poignancy. Winning poems exploring themes related to migration, conflict, climate change and mankind’s connection to land. Patricia Groves from Tro c a i re s a i d : “ T h e standard of this year’s competition entries was incredibly high. We would like to congratulate all this year’s win-
c h i l d re n a n d a d u l t s alike, at all stages in their writing careers. There are six categories in the competition: two for adults and four for children and teens: published and non-published adult poets; first level junior and senior cycle students; and second-level junior and senior cycle students. This year’s panel of judges included published author and poet Geraldine Mitchell, who was the overall winner of our very first poetry competition in 2012,
together with Aidan Clifford, formerly of C D E T B’s Cu r r i c u l u m Development Unit, and Trocaire’s Patricia Groves. Each year, the win-
ning poems are published in booklet form and presented to the winners at the awards ceremony. The booklets are also distributed at events
throughout the year, including poetry readings, Culture Night, literary festivals and s c h o o l s wo r k s h o p s, ensuring a wide readership. Yvonne Farrell
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‘Trick or Treat for Temple Street’ this Halloween HALLOWEEN is coming again, and Temple Street is calling on everyone in Dublin to host their own spooktacular ‘Trick or Treat for Temple Street’ party and raise vital funds to help sick children. Broadcaster, model and mum, Glenda Gilson, helped get Temple Street i n to t h e H a l l owe e n spirit this week, as she launched the hospital’s annual ‘Trick or Treat for Temple Street’ 2019
campaign, supported by MiWadi. Dubliners from indiv i d u a l s, c o m m u n i t y groups, schools, crèches and workplaces alike, are being encouraged to host their very own ‘spooktacular’ Halloween party, get the party ‘startled’ this October and help raise vital funds for sick children. Life-saving The funds raised during this ‘hair-raising’
campaign, will have a direct and positive impact for sick children in Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) at Temple Street, by funding vital, life-saving equipment for the hospital’s wards, theatres, departments and Intensive Care Unit. Speaking at the launch, Glenda Gilson said: “As a new mum, Trick or Treat for Temple Street is a campaign very close to my own h e a r t a n d I ’m t r u l y
Glenda Gilson pictured with Grace Healy (age 9) from Glasnevin and Alicia Begley (age 6) from Meath for the launch of this year’s Trick or Treat for Temple Street campaign supported by MiWadi. Picture: Andres Poveda
delighted to help spread the word about this fantastic campaign, which is once again supported by MiWadi.
“I encourage everyone to get involved by registering for a free party pack and hosting a Trick or Treat for Temple Street
Halloween party, to help raise the vital funds for such a worthy cause.” Register at www.templestreet.ie/trickortreat
to receive a free party pack, which includes Trick or Treat posters, stickers, balloons and much more besides.
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KARA MARNI: A VOCAL RISE “THEY say love is blind,” Kara Marni laughs when we talk about one of her early singles. “In some situations it’s difficult to see what’s really happening to you, difficult to have perspective, to know if you’re being treated well. Especially if you’re not in a great place.” Marni isn’t talking about herself, but a friend. An early single, ‘Opposite’, was her take on a close friend’s struggling love life, a series moments that removed her to the role of helpless onlooker, committed to song. In it, Marni takes a stab at all the boyfriend’s mistreatments, the behaviours she saw slowly
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dragging her friend down. “I think you’re better on your own, but you’re too scared to find out,” she sings, a less than delicate reality check. “I could see what the situation was, being removed from it,” she explains. “The song basically came from being frustrated she wouldn’t listen to me. I ended up playing her the song, and she got it, so I guess it worked!” Marni’s music is a lively fusion of soul and R&B, set to
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beats, but its unquestionably the vocal and the clever messages it contains that stand out. Her compact but varied voice soars over the choruses, breaking into forceful peaks and exploring the reaches of a broad vocal spectrum. It’s colourful, potent stuff. “It’s been a whirlwind,” Marni says of her breakthrough. “It’s been such a whirlwind, in fact, that I can’t remember everything. But I feel I’ve been growing, and everything’s really picked up for me. I’ve had so much support for something that started in my shed with the help of my parents. “They built it so I could have everything there in the house,
OCTOBER 3 (THURSDAY)
Franc Moody @ Whelan’s, €21 The Winter Passing @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €13 Toygirl @ The Workman’s Club, €5
OCTOBER 4 (FRIDAY)
Belinda Carlisle
Ireland Music Week @ various venues, from €28 Festival introducing the best of the country’s up and coming talent over the course of a weekend, a place where the
which is just another way they were really supportive.” To say Marni rose quickly is quite an understatement. Her very first YouTube video, a beautifully-vocalised cover of Minnie Riperton’s ‘Loving You’ released when she was still in high school, saw her grab over 30,000 views inside a week, and immediately attract interest from the industry. The latest headline tour, something that’s relatively new to Marni after supporting Lewis Capaldi and Rita Ora, feels a little different. “I won’t be playing at Brixton Academy just yet,” she jokes, “but this is extra special, as I am very used to supporting in front
eagle eyed can spot future stars on the rise. Mik Pyro @ Whelan’s, €16 Hootie and the Blowfish @ The 3Arena, €54 Volbeat @ The Olympia Theatre, €45 Twisted Wheel @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €13
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State Lights @ Whelan’s, €14 The Mystery Lights @ The Sugar Club, €15
of someone else’s audience. I’ve loved supporting, but this is a different thing, people are coming to see me. It’s all me and my band, playing a lot of unreleased music. I’m so excited. “I have so much music written,” she continues. “I’ll definitely be doing some kind of big project this year. It won’t be an album. “These days things are more single focused, and people don’t really listen to albums. It makes sense to be the same way, so I’m working on ‘projects’. Though there will be an album one day. “I relate to albums, obviously. My family’s vinyl collection growing up was a big part of what brought me here. I’ve
Johnny Osbourne @ The Sugar Club (late), €20 Yenkee @ Whelan’s(Upstairs), €11 Ireland Music Week @ various venues, from €28
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Ireland Music Week @ various venues, from €28 Good Cop, Bad Cop @ The Workman’s Club, €15
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always been a huge fan of huge voices. Aretha, Diana Ross, The Beatles, they were all big for us.” Marni feels she’s still learning, and is open about it. In fact, she closes our interview by asking for recommendations for soulful local artists who might be willing to support her. She’s keen to make her second headline trip to Dublin stand out, and wants to hear who might be a draw on her Workman’s Club bill. Her enthusiasm feels boundless. There’s plenty to suggest her music might prove to be, too. Kara Marni plays the Workman’s Club, Dublin on October 13.
Prizm @ The Workman’s Club, free
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Keane @ The Olympia Theatre, sold out Belinda Carlisle @ Vicar Street, €45 Little Mix @ The 3Arena, sold out
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Jon Bellion @ The Olympia Theatre, €30 TimeCop1983 @ Whelan’s, €17 Laura Elizabeth Hughes @ The Work-
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WHAT’S BIG IN MUSIC, CINEMA, TV AND ONLINE
ENTERTAINMENT
CINEMA | ARTISTICALLY CRIMINAL CAPERS IN THE GOLDFINCH
A powerful on-screen portrayal of Pulitzer Prize winning novel RACHEL D’ARCY
IT’S rare that a film has such a profound impact, that I’m left thinking about it hours, even days later. The Goldfinch (Cert 16, 149 mins) is one of those films that burrows into your mind, leaving you almost reeling afterward. Based on the Pulitzer award winning book by Donna Tartt, early reviews rendered expectations low. Many rubbished the movie adaption as a lowquality reproduction, but who could expect an 860page book to be executed perfectly in just over two hours? As someone who has read the novel and is a fan of same, I was skeptical entering the screen - but I needn’t have been. The film immerses you within the world of Theodore Decker from the get go, though producing more questions than answers for those who haven’t knowledge of the plot in the first instance. A young Theodore
(Oakes Fegley) lost his mother in an explosion at the Metropolitan Museum. The pair were in the museum viewing one of her favourite paintings – The Goldfinch – on their way to see Theo’s school principal when his mother is killed. Theo subsequently spends his life both blaming himself for his mother’s untimely death, and hiding the fact that he stole her favourite painting from the rubble in her honour. Questions are soon answered, if you pay attention, as we dive into the tumultous world of Theo - from his mother’s
Oakes Fegley as Young Theo Decker
death, to living with the well-to-do Barbour family, then his relocation to live with his alcoholic father and beyond. Fegley’s performance as a young Theo is astounding, with the 14-year-old manifesting an emotional performance that has you crying when Theo does, and laughing too. It’s a perfect casting, really, to complement Ansel Elgort, who plays an older Theo, dealing antiques in New York City whilst battling his inner demons following his turbulent childhood. Fegley is truly a miniture Elgort in this regard, a remark on the perfect casting of each role in this movie, including that of Nicole Kidman as Ms Barbour, a motherly figure to Theo. Elgort has a certain charisma, seen in his other roles, that seems reserved in The Goldfinch. Not to a fault, however. Elgort is able to turn the charm on and off as needed, something critical to his turn as Theo. It would be amiss not to mention Finn Wolfhard as
Nicole Kidman and Ansel Elgort
young Boris and Aneurin Barnard as adult Boris, too. Whilst the psuedoRussian accent from both can be too false at times, both add another level of humanity to Theo’s plight, even a lighter edge to the heavy handed plot.
The Goldfinch – the painting – plays a key role throughout the movie, as it does in the novel. A flaw to the film is that whilst we know something will, eventually, happen to the coveted masterpiece, it appears that everything
happens slowly, then all at once, the true suspense and drama crammed into the last quarter of the near-three hour screening. Directed by Cork man John Crowley, also behind Brooklyn, the style of film is much the same – beau-
tifully delivered, though perhaps drawn out at points. This movie has a lot of highs and lows, and twists that, while expected, still have you on the edge of your seat. Verdict: 8/10
Opportunities and mysteries abound in Fair City WHAT’S next for the residents of our favourite Dublin suburb? Our special preview will give you some of the highlights and low points that’ll hit Carrigstown this week ... HAYLEY gets offered a new job opportunity this week, though it worries Anto some. Sharon and Hayley discuss her new opportunity, but Darragh tells Sharon about Ger’s role in Hayley getting the chance. Sharon resorts to desperate measures to stop Hayley getting the job. Hayley blames Mondo for sabotaging her new job. Sharon confesses to Anto and Darragh that Ger was the loan shark who caused all their grief. Damien and Mairead take in a tense moment
between Cristiano and Will, with the latter taking a major gamble on their relationship this week. Fiona subtly encourages Bob to stay tough with Barry, but Barry changes tack with Bob by volunteering for a different role. Fiona cranks her money laundering scheme up a gear with Barry unaware of her motives. Ciaran, posing as Tessa, texts Katy on Tessa’s missing phone, and leaves a troubling message for Tessa in her apartment. She tries to bribe him in an attempt to leave her alone, telling him she’ll help him flee the country. Katy, however, has other plans, when she guesses where he’s hiding. Katy is horrified when she gets a letter from Ciaran, with Eoghan trying to persuade Katy the letter is a hoax.
Cristiano mislays takings from Brewzers, with the money miraculously appearing somewhere he doesn’t expect. Doug tries to avoid Erica this week, though Erica tries to patch things up with him. Erica is disappointed at Darragh’s lack of interest organising the wedding. Darragh jokes that Doug should help Erica organise the wedding. Thinking Darragh is on to them, Erica and Doug decide to confess. Carol spots a spark between Hayley and Yates. Carol is confused when Sharon blusters about Hayley and Yates. Carol puts Yates and Hayley’s awkwardness down to Robbie’s passing. Watch Fair City on RTE One on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Katy and Tessa find themselves at the centre of some high emotion this week
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BITS & BOBS
SOME OF THE THINGS THAT CAUGHT OUR EYE THIS WEEK... Labradoodle creator says it’s his ‘life’s regret’ THE man who created the world’s first labradoodle has said that he regrets creating the dogs, describing them as “crazy Frankenstein’s monsters”. Australian man Wally Conron, bred the first labradoodle in 1989 as a guide dog for a blind woman whose husband was allergic to dog hair. The former breeding manager with the Royal Guide Dog Association of Australia spent three years trialling poodles as potential guide dogs, but found that they didn’t have the same temperament as Labradors. He t h e n e n d e d u p breeding the two dogs, to create the labradoodle. Despite the popularity of the dog, Conron said he is concerned that people are overbreeding the dog and creating new sub-breeds, like spoodles - a cross between a spaniel and a poodle - and the groodle, a mix of golden retrievers and poodles. Conron admitted that his creation had “done a lot of damage” and described the dogs as his “life’s regret”. “ I re a l i se d w h a t I had done in a matter of days,” he said last week. “People are just breeding for the money ... unscrup u l o u s b re e d e rs a re crossing poodles with inappropriate dogs simply so they can say they were the first to do it.”
It all started with a cheesy allegation
Switch Off and Read’ EASON recently launched its new Switch Off and Read campaign, in partnership with Suas, to improve literacy and foster a love of reading among children in Ireland and encourage parents and children to spend less time on screens and more time reading. As part of the campaign, Eason carried out research centred on the importance of child-
A FRENCH celebrity chef is suing the Michelin Guide, after his restaurant was stripped of its coveted third star, claiming the evaluation was botched - over cheese. Speaking to a French radio station, Marc Veyrat said: “I’ve been dishonoured, I saw my team in tears ... to have them call you one evening without warning, without anything written down, without anything, to say ‘that’s it, it’s over’. They said we used cheddar,” Veyrat said.
hood reading which highlights how using electronic devices can impede on time spent reading with 47% of people agreeing that time spent on electronic devices is the biggest obstacle to children reading. To support this commitment Eason is also donating 1,500 books to the children Suas are mentoring as part of their literacy programme.
He claims the downg ra d e c a m e a f te r a Michelin inspector of his La Maison des Bois restaurant thought he had adulterated a cheese souffle with English cheddar, instead of using one of France’s varieties. “I put saffron in it, and the gentleman who came thought it was cheddar because it was yellow. That’s what you call knowledge of a place? It’s just crazy,” Veyrat told station France Inter. He said that the down-
grade of his restaurant from three stars to two plunged him into depression. Now, he is suing them, with Veyrat’s lawyer hoping that the court will force Michelin to hand over documents “to clarify the exact reasons” his star was taken away. In a statement, Michelin said it “understands the disappointment for Mr Veyrat, whose talent no one contests, even if we regret his unreasonable persistence with his accusations”.
Masseur plays with fire Man with metal detector finds stash of to ease muscle pain Egyptian masseur who uses fire to relieve 1,000-year-old coins AN clients’ muscle pain has been catching a lot
Domino’s offers dream job with a catch
DOG OF THE WEEK DUBLIN Gazette Newspapers has teamed up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for lost and abandoned dogs. This week’s dog of the week is Koda, a ten-year-old female Akita who adores her human pals and has so much love to give. Koda is a gentle giant who loves cuddles and lapping up all the love and affection she can get. As she gets worried by other dogs, Koda is looking for a home in a nice rural area where she won’t meet too many dogs on her walks. A big garden with lots of space for her to run around in would be her dream home! Koda loves people SO much that she can get very excited when greeting
them so she will need a little help with self-control. She is so sweet and gentle and could happily live with children over the age of ten. This stunning girl is super sweet, very clever and will make a fabulous addition to a loving home. If you have room in your heart and home for Koda, then please contact Dogs Trust on 01 879 1000. They are based in Finglas, just off exit 5 on the M50. Map and directions can be found on their website www.dogstrust. ie. You can also find them on Facebook www.facebook.com/dogstrustirelandonline or Twitter @DogsTrust_IE. (Remember: Always have your dog on a lead when in public.)
Koda
BREAD LOVERS have an opportunity for a dream job, but there’s one catch. Domino’s Pizza are looking for someone to be their Chief Garlic Bread Taste Tester for a day, but the lucky candidate would have to have a “minimum of five years’ in garlic bread consumption.” Oh, and the job is based in Brisbane, Australia. The job was advertised on LinkedIn and explains: “You butter believe it! We’re looking for someone a little bit crunchy, but mostly warm and soft on the inside, to help taste test our World-Famous Garlic Breads at Domino’s Headquarters.” Speaking of the ideal candidate, it says they will “never met a carb they didn’t like”, “does not identify as a vampire”, “understands the perfect ‘crunch to softness’ ratio” and “is passionate about food, innovation and having fun”. Applications are open until Monday, October 7.
A BRITISH metal detector enthusiast made the discovery of a lifetime when he uncovered a collection of coins believed to be 1,000 years old. Suffolk native Don Crawley found the 99 coins, which include pennies and half pennies, after making his first visit to a farmer’s land. The coins were taken to the British Museum where they were identified as silver pennies from the time of King Aethelred II, who reigned from 978-1016. It is believed they were possibly buried in 999 as penitence when the new millennium raised fears of a judgment day. “Aethelred is renowned in history as the Unrede or ‘unready’ because of the weakness of his government,” a press release from Dix Noonan Web auctions states. Crawley and the lucky farmer who owns the land are set to split the profits when the hoard goes under the hammer.
of heat. Abdel Rehim Saeid, who runs a spa in Gharbeya, applies the ancient Pharaonic technique, known as the “fiery towel” by starting with a standard massage, using oil
and camomile, to stimulate blood circulation and alleviate pain in affected areas. Saeid places several layers of towels and other isolating materials on the client’s back. Then a towel soaked in alcohol is placed on top and set on fire. It burns for roughly a minute before the flames are put out with a wet towel. Saeid says the “fiery massage” works by sucking moisture out of the body.
Using your phone on the toilet can give you piles says doctor
IF you’re a person who fancies a scroll on the loo, there might be some bad news. A doctor has warned that using your phone on the throne could give you serious
health problems, including haemorrhoids. Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and Clinical Director, told The Sun UK sitting on the toilet for too long is a serious health risk. “Constipation and straining to poo is a major risk factor for piles – being pregnant, chronic cough and getting older also factor. “But so too does prolonged sitting on the loo. And while in the past, some of us took a good book into the toilet with us, these days it’s more likely to be the ever-present mobile phone. “So, tempting while it may be to scroll through your apps while you’re waiting to perform, doctors don’t recommend it.”
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STYLE & HOME
FRESH IDEAS FOR YOUR WARDROBE & HOME
Work from Home
IT’S SAFE TO SAY working from home has never been more accessible. With advances in cloud technology and video-conferencing, it’s no wonder people are choosing to stay in the comforts of their own homes. People are now reaping the benefits of home offices by saving thousands on travel, car maintenance, professional clothing, office lunches and above all, that one coffee too many! EZ Living Furniture are sharing their top tips on how to create the perfect home office. Know your Needs: Whether you’re a graphic designer, a journalist, or even an accountant, make a list of everything you need in order to get by! For example, if you’re a graphic designer you might need two tables. One table for your computer, and another for your artwork. Be honest with yourself and your needs. There’s nothing worse than ending up on the floor trying to accommodate space. Sufficient Space: Speaking of space, in order to work effectively, you will need to allocate a dedicated area to your work space. Whether this is a room or a decluttered corner, it’s important to have as much separation from your living space as possible in order to be productive. Let there be Light: The more natural light your home office has, the more productive you are. Natural light in the work place leads to reduced eye-strain, less drowsiness, improved mood, and fewer mistakes. Personalise to Perfection: Adding your personal touch to your home office can create a warm and productive environment. Why not add a nice decorative ornament or a plant? A plant will not only look good, but it will also remove toxins from your workspace, add a sense of life, and increase humidity. Dress up, not down: You are what you wear! In order to be the most productive you can be, it’s time to start dressing like it. If you work in your pyjamas or dressing gown, your work will most likely reflect your sleepy attire. Dress as if you are going to be meeting people and watch your work transform.
For more information on home office furniture visit www.ezlivingfurniture.ie.
Take a look at DELUXE DETAILS ONE OF IRELAND’S biggest online stores have unveiled a new collection of key trends for Autumn/Winter, and they’re brrrilliant. The new Littlewoods Ireland collection feat u re s wa r m , e a r t hy tones and a palette of leafy hues. Corduroy and printed silk are the fabrics of choice, with layers and texture in the form of feminine florals key to
the collection. Cosy knits and animal print teamed with Ariana Grande-style kneehigh boots will give your wardrobe an instant injection of AW19. As well as taking care of the casual, Littlewoods also have the glitz and glam of party season covered. A mix of luxurious velvets and sparkly sequin pieces take centre stage this season,
with a little bit of extra shimmer is in the detail with beautiful embellishments. M i d i d re s s e s a n d metallic co-ords, cont r a s t e d w i t h e d g y, faux-leather shorts and skirts, will also be massive this coming season. The new range of styles from Littlewoods and the ir V By Very range are now available to shop on Littlewoodsireland.ie.
Top off your look with heavenly headbands HOT ON THE HIGH STREET this season, headbands are making a comeback in a big way. They’ve become the perfect way to complete a look, but also to dress up a little bit on a lazier style day. Several stores have a range of ‘Alice bands’ available in stores
now, ranging from gorgeous embellishments to the more plain velvet styles - very on trend! Whether you’re looking to add a little glitz to your look for work, or to just keep your hair back during your downtime, here’s our top picks of what’s on offer.
From left: River Island, Penneys, New Look, Penneys, New Look, Penneys, Accessorize, V by Very
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latitude&longitude
Extinct: Part of a Northern Ireland paper £10 note
Some paper sterling notes scrapped over the border IF YOU’RE planning on spending some money in Northern Ireland any time soon, you could be in for a shock when you try to pay for something – paper £5 and £10 notes have now been withdrawn from circulation. Effective from the start of this week, retailers can refuse to accept the paper notes at their own discretion, which could come as a shock to any ‘southerners’ who’d planned on using any Northern Ireland Sterling they’d tucked away for their next trip across the border. The move follows a wider roll-out since February of notes made from polymer rather than paper, which are more durable, longer-lasting, provide more security features and also deliver environmental benefits. Northern Ireland banks will continue to accept the paper notes from their own customers, while the Post Office will also accept them from customers paying into their own accounts – but ordinary retailers don’t have to accept the paper notes. Bank of Ireland, Danske Bank and Ulster Bank have agreed they will exchange their own paper £5 and £10 notes from non-customers, up to the value of £250.
Trust Lough Eske Castle for an unforgettable stay FOR those looking to treat themselves or a loved one to a break in one of Ireland’s most stunning setttings, Donegal is sure to delight. That’s the setting for Lough Eske Castle, which is set by the beautiful rolling foothills of the Bluestack Mountains just outside Donegal town. The acclaimed award-winning five-star hotel has unveiled a winter sale package starting from this October 7, with a package starting at €189 for a courtyard or deluxe room (Sunday to Friday), with guests welcomed with a chilled bottle of prosecco in their room on arrival. The package also includes one night’s accommodation with full Irish breakfast in Cedars Restaurant, €20 resort credit per person (applicable only for food and beverage purchases), and a 20% spa discount on pre-booked spa treatments which are 60 minutes or more. Other package arrangements are also available. For full information on the hotel and packages, see www.lougheskecastlehotel.com.
OUT AND ABOUT
TRAVEL
Try horribly tempting Hallowe’en getaways SHANE DILLON
Travel Editor WELL, it’s definitely October out there, with the miserable weather we’ve had this week, and more than enough rain to usher in chilly Autumn. We’ve had everything but thunder and lightning in the past few days – weather that’s probably more in keeping with Hallowe’en, which will soon be here in two flaps of a bat’s wings. With that in mind, why not start planning for a Halloween? You’ll be saying “Fangs very much” for a stay at either of these terrific staycation destinations ... Bridge House Hotel, Tullamore County Offaly claims the title of ‘the most haunted county in Ireland’, with a dizzying range of castles, stately homes and ancient spots to explore. You’ll find traces of 5,000 years of history scattered about the county – and some of the best of modern comforts, too, at the Bridge House Hotel in historic Tullamore. Itself a favourite haunt of travellers for many years, the long-established hotel has a fine history of its own, and has moved with the times to offer guests some of the best of contemporary comforts. The Bridge House has put together a Hallowe’en mid-term package for families looking for a great break down the country. Apart from the hotel itself, the hotel has also included tickets to Birr Castle’s Hallowe’en experience as part of its package, which includes a Pumpkin Trail, Family Quest, face painting and arts and crafts workshops daily from 9am to 5pm.
And, after a day exploring Tullamore or chasing after ghostly goings-on around the county, the whole family can enjoy the hotel’s leisure facilities, including its pool, sauna, steam room and more. Available from Sunday, October 27 to Thursday, October 31, guests can enjoy a two-night stay with breakfast each morning and one evening meal in Balcone Italiano from just €145 per adult sharing. Alternatively, they can enjoy a three-night stay with breakfast each morning and and one evening meal from €195 per person sharing. Children under 12 go free. This package is based on two adults and two children under 12 sharing a family room. For further information, see www.bridgehousehoteltullamore.ie. Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Sligo Your boys and ghouls are bound to enjoy a trip to the Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, which offers a great base to explore the rugged west coast. The hotel has put together a spook-tacularly tempting family package for Hallowe’en, with something for everyone. As part of its special Hallowe’en break deal, the four-star hotel has taken the trouble to prepare a family welcome bag for guests, with colouring books, games and treats to help children settle in. Not only that – complimentary family passes for the Omniplex Cinema Sligo are also included, as a very modern family activity for everyone. Back at the hotel, and the grown-ups will have plenty to keep them relaxed and entertained, too, with the luxurious
The Bridge House Hotel, Tullamore offers classic comfort and contemporary luxury
The Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Sligo expertly mixes modern style with traditional service
hotel’s comfort complimented by top-notch wining and dining options. The spa and swimming pool are sure to help ease away the day’s tensions from exploring the beautiful Sligo countryside and coastline. The hotel’s Hallowe’en package is available from
€221 per night for two adults and two children in one of the hotel’s premium family rooms, hot chocolate and cookies for the children, and a complimentary welcome drink for the parents. It also includes a Global Explorers Welcome Bag for each child, family passes
to the Omniplex Cinema, complimentary access to Healthstyles Leisure Club, Super Buffet Breakfast on both mornings, and dinner for all the family on one evening of your choice at the AA Rosette Classiebawn Restaurant. For further information, see www.radsligo.com.
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FOOD&DRINK
Celebrate World Egg Day with this cracker WORLD Egg Day (yes that’s actually a thing) is coming up on October 11th. To celebrate this egg-cellent day (sorry I couldn’t help the pun), here is an egg inspired dish and it is definitely all it’s cracked up to be! Remember to always look for the Bord Bia Quality Mark when purchasing eggs so that you know they are of the highest quality standards.
America opens its first cannabis restaurant AMERICA’S first legal cannabis café is opening in Los Angeles this October. Lowell Cafe received a cannabis consumption license, and unlike dispensaries, customers can consume their purchases on the premises. The restaurants motto is ‘Eat, drink, and smoke cannabis.’ Customers, who must be over 21, can also order food
Bord Bia’s Frittata with Leeks, Mushroom and Cheese
The cheese and creme fraiche add great flavour and a creamy texture to the finished dish. Keep an eye on your frittata while it’s under the grill, you don’t want to over-cook it. It will be ready when the eggs are puffed up and the centre of the frittata is still a bit wobbly. Serves: 4 Time: 45 minutes Ingredients
• 8 large eggs • 1 tablesp. olive oil • Knob of butter • 2 medium leeks, cleaned and finely sliced • 300g brown cap mushrooms, thinly sliced • 150g crème fraîche or sour cream • Handful flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped • 75g Farmhouse cheddar, grated • Salt and freshly ground pepper Preparation
•Melt butter with oil in a non-stick, 25cm fry-
ing pan over medium-low heat. Add the leeks and cook for five minutes until soft b u t
from a farm-to-table menu created by Chef Andrea Drummer who has been named one of the top cannabis chefs in LA and is known for her cannabis infused dishes. Due to current cannabis legislation, the café will not offer any fresh food infused with cannabis, however, pre-packaged lab tested cannabis infused products will be available for purchase.
‘Disney goes vegan’
not browned. Add the mushrooms and cook for another 4-5 minutes until mushrooms have softened. Meanwhile, whisk the eggs, crème fraiche and parsley in a large bowl, mix in half the cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Add the leeks and mushrooms to the egg mixture and stir. Wipe out the pan and add a lit-
tle more oil and butter and return to a low heat. Add the egg mixture to the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes until nearly set. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese and place under a medium grill, and cook for about another 10 minutes until the top is set and golden. Allow the frittata to cool for a couple of minutes then slide it out of the pan onto a board.
Starting this month, Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida will serve more than 400 food items that are free of meat, dairy, eggs or honey. The company said that customers had been asking for more plant-based items to be on their menus. The company already offers plant-based food, including veggie burgers and the dairy-free Dole Whip dessert. New menu items will include eggless Florentine at the Magic Kingdom, a hot link smokehouse sandwich at Animal Kingdom and a maple-chipotle barbecue-braised jackfruit dip at its Wilderness Lodge. All plant-based items will be marked on the menu with a leaf icon. Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, will launch the new items next spring.
CRAFTBEERCORNER
The home of Guinness
Sham Maths - American Amber Ale Dead Centre Brewing, Athlone
disappoints with its black stuff SPREAD over seven floors, it’s easy to see why The Guinness Storehouse is Ireland’s number-one tourist attraction; the place is huge, with more to do and see than you could imagine, making it a truly superb place to visit. However, the pint was off, and very bitter from start to end. I knew before I tasted it – you could see the pint ‘bounce’ around the glass, struggling to settle, which is a tell-tale sign. It was both confusing and frustrating to see so many people there to visit this attraction only to be handed a sub-par pint. To be sure, I had two pints from different taps, and another on the lower floor, where you can have your pint engraved with an image, but none of them were anywhere near where they should. If anything ever comes of this page, I’d hope it’s that the Storehouse gets their pint right. With almost two million people through its doors annually, and many of them sampling the stout, it’s a matter of Irish pride. @guinnessadvisor
PALE MAILE, Beer Aficionado
The Guinness Storehouse, St James’s Gate, Dublin 8
THIS BEER has everything going for it. It has a range of colours but it’s mainly a deep hazy amber. But sometimes it takes the hue of a red ale. It has hints of fruit and hops and a nice malty overtone to it. All in all, it is a very pleasant, balanced beer with a 6.9% ABV.
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MOTORS
Ford unveils high spec ‘Puma Titanium X’
FORD have revealed for the first time the stylish, high specification Ford Puma Titanium X model, which made its public debut at the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. Enhancing the new Puma’s SUV-inspired crossover offering with premium comfort and convenience technologies, the new Puma Titanium X is the first Ford to feature removable and washable seat covers that will help customers keep their premium interior feeling like new, and segment-first lumbar massage seats for ultimate comfort on the move. Further sophisticated standard technologies include wireless charging for smartphone devices, segment-first hands-free tailgate, and a premium B&O Sound System. The Puma Titanium X also features exclusive exterior and interior details and finishes that complement the model’s seductive design. The new Ford Puma fuses stunning exterior design, bestin-class uncompromised load space, and sophisticated mild-hybrid powertrain technology for customers in Europe. Premium style and specification; Premium specification delivered as standard brings a new degree of luxury to the compact crossover segment, enabling Puma Titanium X customers to experience Puma’s raised ride-height and confidenceenhancing driving experience in unprecedented comfort. Mild-hybrid technology; Puma customers will be among the first to benefit from Ford’s sophisticated mild-hybrid architecture – tailored to enhance fuel efficiency while complementing Puma’s class-leading driving dynamics. EcoBoost Hybrid technology enhances Ford’s 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine with an 11.5 kW belt-driven integrated starter/generator (BISG), which enables recovery and storage of energy usually lost during braking and coasting to charge a 48-volt lithium-ion air-cooled battery pack. Offered in 125 PS and 155 PS variants, the intelligent, self-regulating mild-hybrid system can utilise the stored battery charge to deliver torque substitution – reducing the amount of work required from the petrol engine for a fuel efficiency improvement of up to 9 per cent, based on WLTP analysis; or torque supplementation – increasing the total torque available from the powertrain for optimised performance. The new Ford Puma will be available in Ford dealership from December 2019.
WHAT’S NEW IN THE WORLD OF TRANSPORT
Skoda Kodiaq RS – purposeful and Powerful SUV
DECLAN GLYNN
THE SKODA Kodiaq SUV launched in Ireland in March 2017 to unprecedented demand, and also scooped the Irish Large SUV of the Year award at the Irish Car of the Year awards 2018. Now, following on from the success of the legendary Octavia RS, Skoda have launched their latest addition to the RS family, the Kodiaq RS. Sporting Heritage The initials RS stand for ‘Rally Sport’ and were first used in 1974 as part of the brands rally strategy. The Skoda Kodiaq RS is the brand’s first SUV to join the elite RS circle, and carries their motorsport and rally history into a new vehicle segment. The Kodiaq RS is also the first model to bear the new, modern RS logo featuring additional red touches. Most Powerful Skoda Ever The four- cylinder, twin-turbocharged diesel engine in the new Kodiaq RS produces 240bhp and
a hefty 500Nm of torque for impressively quick progress. This power is transferred to the road through a seven-speed dual-clutch DSG automatic gearbox (no manual is offered) and four-wheel drive, with the 0-100km/h sprint taking just under seven seconds to complete. This makes the Kodiaq RS the most powerful production diesel engine car in the history of Skoda. For drivers looking for a semi-manual feel to the DSG gearbox, paddles shifters have been fitted behind the flat-bottomed, multi-function, steering wheel. Dynamic Sound Boost While four-cylinder diesel engines are not known for being particularly tuneful, ŠKODA has solved this by adding a Dynamic Sound Boost. This, in effect, augments the car’s natural exhaust note with an artificial soundtrack. The result is a low grumble that’s slightly reminiscent of an old-school American V8 that gets progressively more aggressive as you go
through Comfort, Normal and Sport modes. For me, this really added an extra dimension to the overall sporty appeal of the Kodiaq RS, and is a great partypiece from Skoda.
wheels, front & rear sport bumpers in RS design, black roof rails and black exterior mirrors, black roof lining cloth, black alcantara sport seats with red stitching. Also tinted rear windows, carbon decor instrument panel, full LED headlamps with Adaptive Frontlight System, customisable virtual cockpit display, interior ambient lighting with 10 colour selections, dynamic chassis control with drive mode select, 9.2” Columbus colour touchscreen infotainment and navigation system, speed sensitive progressive steering, and front & rear parking sensors with a rear view camera.
capability. The Kodiaq RS handles with composure, while – due to its elevated rideheight – visibility is never an issue. Six different driving modes ensure that the Kodaiq RS is more than ready and able for diverse road surfaces, while adding an extra dose of fun when the occasion is right. Boot Space & Pricing The amazingly practical, versatile and spacious Skoda Kodiaq has over 2,000-litres of boot space available when all of the rear seats are folded flat, while excellent cabin space ensures generous levels of head, leg and shoulder room. Available in 5-seat or 7-seat configurations, the Kodiaq RS is priced from €62,295 (ex-delivery). Pricing for the Skoda Kodiaq range starts at just €32,495.
Review Car My review car was a new Skoda Kodiaq RS 2.0TDI 240bhp 4x4 DSG (automatic) which looked stunning in its Race Blue
Powerful & Responsive On the road, the new Kodiaq RS performs with the agility of a sports car, with dynamic power delivery and excellent responsive quality from
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Ways to beat the cyber scammers SOCIAL media sites are often used to lure people into signing up for free trials on products. Here you will find some useful advice from An Garda Siochana in preventing internet fraud. Crime Prevention Advice Keep your card in a safe place at all times. Do not leave it lying around and report it to your bank immediately if it is lost or stolen. Keep your PIN safe. Do Not write it down, Do Not keep it with your card and Do Not give it to anyone. Sign any new cards as soon as they arrive from your bank or card issuer. Ensure that you cut up the old cards as soon as the new ones become valid. Cover your PIN when making in-store purchases or using an ATM. Keep your card in sight when paying for goods or services. • Don’t open unsolicited emails. • Don’t respond to any unsolicited email seeking personal, financial or security advice. • Never click on a link or attachment in an unsolicited email. • If it sounds too good to be true it probably is. Always remember that An Garda Síochána or your bank will never look for your Banking PIN number, or Password, or ask you to transfer money, or come to your home to collect your payment card, cheque book or cash. Beware of unsolicited offers of service or benefits. Ensure that you have independently verified the identity of the person or company you are dealing with, and if that is not possible end contact immediately. Never give any personal financial or security information to any person or company unless you have satisfied yourself that they are genuine. Be wary if you are asked to transfer money to non-identifiable locations, such as PO Boxes or through Money Transfer companies, rather than bank accounts.
INFLUENZA (flu) is a very infectious illness caused by the flu virus. Flu affects people of all ages, with outbreaks of flu occurring almost every year. Here you will find some important tips from the HSE on how to avoid the flu. Flu symptoms come on suddenly with a fever, muscle aches, headache and extreme tiredness. This is different from a cold which is a much less severe illness compared to flu. A cold usually starts gradually with a sore throat and a blocked or runny nose. Symptoms of a cold are generally mild compared to flu. Flu is unpredictable. In some instances, flu can be severe and can cause serious illness and death. Serious breathing complications can develop, including pneumonia and bronchitis, to which older people and those with certain chronic medical conditions are particularly vulnerable to. People may need hospital treatment and hundreds of people die from flu
each winter. This year the seasonal (annual) flu vaccine protects against four common virus strains. The flu virus changes each year this is why a new flu vaccine has to be given each year. The best way to prevent flu is to get the flu vaccine. The vaccine is recommended for ۰All those 65 years of age and over, pregnant women and those with long term medical conditions e.g. heart or lung disease ۰ All frontline healthcare workers including carers. Vaccination should ideally be undertaken in early October each year. Flu vaccines have been used for more than 60 years worldwide and are very safe. Flu vaccine contains killed or inactivated viruses and therefore cannot cause flu. It does, however, take 10-14 days for the vaccine to start protecting you against flu. ۰The vaccine and consultation are free to those
within the recommended groups who have a ‘Medical Card’ or ‘GP Visit Card’. ۰ GPs and pharmacists charge a consultation fee for seasonal flu vaccine to those who do not have a ‘Medical Card’ or ‘GP Visit Card’. More information is
available from your GP, Public Health Nurse or pharmacist. www.hse.ie/flu provides details about flu vaccination, along with answers to any questions you may have about flu. Pneumococcal vaccine If you are over 65 or
have a long term medical condition you should also ask your doctor about the pneumococcal vaccine which protects against pneumonia, if you have not previously received it. You can get the flu vaccine at the same time as the pneumococcal vaccine.
Making retirement work for you AFTER years spent working, the onset of retirement can have a very traumatic effect on people, with many struggling to find ways to best use this new time they have on their hands. Derek Bell, COO of The Retirement Council of Ireland provided some useful tips on how to get the most out of this new chapter in your life. What are the common challenges that people face when they retire? The three main challenges that people are faced with in retirement are identity, routine and relationships. Identity can be a challenge because for many people, they describe themselves by what they do rather than by whom they are. This change may also impact the spouse/ partner whose
own identity may be categorised to that of their partner. For a very long time, there has been a definite rhythm to life (alarm, commute, work, commute, non-work activities) five days a week, every week. When the world of work is no more, they get 50 hours per week back every week for the rest of their life. What new routine will the retiree establish? Every day is a weekend. For many, the real issue is what to do with Derek Bell, COO their time, not of the Retirement finances at all! Planning Council The Retirement Planning Council of Ireland suggests relationship dynamics face a challenge. Partners may now be spending more time in each other’s company than they have for years.
Beware of doing everything together as the conversation may dry up. Plan for separate as well as joint activities and conversation will thrive. Thinking, communicating and planning are key fundamentals in helping to deal with these challenges. Think about what a typical week or month would look like. Do not plan every minute of every hour, but rather plan for chunks of time. Discussing your ideas with spouse/ partner/ family and friends is important – don’t assume they will fit in with you (the retiree)! Be flexible, but it is important to learn to say “no” as others may assume that you (the retiree) have nothing else to do and may try to organise things. You may begin to resent them if you don’t have time to do the things you want to do. Planning to include a purpose or a reason to get out of bed. Start with a mental challenge such as volunteering, return to education, working on, hobbies, sport, etc.
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Jude’s and Thomas Davis booked places in the Dublin Senior Football 1 Championship quarter-finals, following last weekend’s final group games. Boden powered through their group unbeaten, finishing with a comfortable 2-20 to 0-6 win over Skerries Harps at Parnell Park on Saturday night.
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REPUBLIC of Ireland star Louise Quinn is hoping to be a part of history next Tuesday as her side hope to see a record attendance in Tallaght Stadium for an Ireland women’s senior team match. Ireland take on Ukraine at 7.30pm at the venue in their Women’s Euro 2021 qualifier. And the target is not just a win on the pitch, but to encourage more people to get behind the side in the stadium. The former Peamount United player – now with Arsenal – said of the initiative: “It’s always important to have the support behind you when you play for your country. That’s what Irish people are so good at. “It doesn’t matter what sport it is, when you play for your country, it’s a proud moment, and to have as much support with you in Tallaght Stadium makes wearing that green jersey all the better.”
She is an ambassador the 20x20 movement, who are central to this campaign. Sarah Colgan, co-Founder of 20x20, said: “Sport is having a watershed moment in Irish culture and the skill of our female teams and athletes is being seen more and more. “20x20 is joining forces with the FAI to encourage a record attendance for the women’s senior team at Tallaght Stadium for Ireland v Ukraine on October 8, a crucial qualifier for EURO 2021. “The power of seeing crowds turn up and a stadium sell out cannot be underestimated, and the signal it sends to our younger generations is also hugely important. We want to break a record on 8 October so that sports fans - men, women, girls and boys - can be part of this mega shift and we can make history together.” The tie will be Ireland’s first under new manager Vera Pauw. She was confirmed after the win over Montenegro in the first game of the Euro 2021
Supporters get behind the “Let’s Make History campaign. Picture: Sportsfile
qualifers, Pauw explained it has been a real team effort with her staff to confirm the squad: “I would like to thank everybody who has helped me to get this squad together because there are players who are coming back from injury and others who have developed well that we have brought in. I needed a lot of information.
“Without all the help I have had I would not have been able to get a squad together that I am comfortable with. “But I am very comfortable now with the squad I have named. We had open talks with everybody, including Ruud Dokter, Eileen Gleeson and Sue Ronan. Dave Connell has also described every single player for me.”
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LUCAN SARSFIELDS BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S WELL WELL done done to to theour Junior Senior A laFootballers on their win over Skerries Harps at the weekend. They now meet Na Fianna in the quarter final in 2 weeks time. Well done to our Intermediate footballers on their win over St Vincent’s. Great win for our Junior C Footballers with a last minute goal over St Anne’s to see them progress to the knockout stages of the Championship. Good win for our Senior A Camogie team who are guaranteed a semi final slot with a win over Na Fianna. Date for the diary - Join us to celebrate 50 years of Boden on Friday 29th of November for our Gala Gathering in the CityWest Hotel. There was no winner of this week’s Ballyboden St Enda’s Lotto - This week’s jackpot is €10,500. The numbers drawn were 26, 2, 9, 20
LUCAN SARSFIELDS A GOOD day for our adult camogie sides which was a great finish to the weekend. Unfortunately the day previous there was disappointment as the Senior footballers crashed out of Championship, a somewhat disappointing bookmark on what has been a solid year, and they remain with an outside chance of a AFL1 semi-final spot. Better news on the Sunday as first Senior 1 Camogie beat Skerries and now face NaFianna next Sunday at 10am at home, with the winner securing the last semi-final spot, massive support required/ All 4 adult Camogie teams recorded wins on Sunday, and now the Jnr 4 ladies face a top of the table on Sunday as well against St. Peregrines, already through to a semi-final, but will FOLLOWING defeat to be looking to maintain that Naomh O momentum. Our Minor B hurlers earned a dramatic draw in the last group game vs Cuala 3.08 to 1.14, which earned them top spot in the group and a Qtr Final spot. Jnr A footballers drew with Vincents which was enough to secure a Qtr Final spot, also Jnr Bs secured a Qtr Final spot. This coming Sunday our Minor A footballers face a tough Ballymun side which again is a winner advances from the Championship group, we hope to have big support again, 11am at home. Minor Bs play St Peregrines and looks likely a win will ensure they qualify from the group, 11am away.
On Saturday afternoon, 2:30pm we have the Junior B hurlers in action in a County Final, the team have been doing so well this year, it would be great to see a big crowd in O’Toole Park to cheer them on. We had a smashing SUMMER IN DUBLIN, the BAGATELLE GIG was a massive success, a big thanks to all who supported it and well done to the organising committee and all those who helped sell tickets. Our deepest sympathies to the Mills family on the recent loss of John. RIP. Also to the Keane family on the recent loss of Nora’s brother. RIP. Lotto: There was no winner of the lotto on the 26h September, Numbers were 2, 9, 16 and 20. Next weeks’ jackpot is €13,800, next draw will be managed by Edel Mooney. Lucky Dips (€30): Rian McGann, Conal O’Brien, John O’Connor, Lynn Flood and Declan Lott. Play Online or Tickets can be purchased at the Club, or in Kenny’s Vesey Arms. GAA for All (SARS Stars) is every Tuesday 5.15-6pm. This provides training for children with disabilities age 5-12. Newcomers always welcome. Bingo Wednesdays 8:30pm. Zumba Classes is on Tuesdays 8PM Cúpla Focal Club has returned and is on Mondays, time 8pm-9pm, two groups, beginners and advanced, learn to speak Irish in a fun way.interested? Fáilte roimh cách.
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SOCCER: GREENOGUE CLUB FALL IN THRILLING FINALE
Peamount dreams of first WNL U-17 title dashed by Galway WNL UNDER-17 FINAL Galway WFC Peamount United DAVE DONNELLY sport@dublingazette.com
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PEAMOUNT United were denied a firstever Women’s National League Under-17 title as they fell to a 2-1 defeat away to Galway on Sunday. Galway were crowned champions following a tense final at Eamonn Deacy Park as they held out for victory despite Ava Donlon’s pulling a late goal back for the Peas. An own goal from Peas’ Fiona Owens and a header Saoirse Healey had given the Galway Girls a commanding lead early in the second half after the sides had gone in at the break level. It wasn’t to be for Brian Kaye’s side, who were unable to overcome the home side and
take up the mantle of league champions from last year’s winners Shelbourne. The home side were the first to create a sight of the goal after 16 minutes when Anna Fahey held the ball up and shook the challenge of Casey Palmer before shooting just wide. Healey was next to threaten with a mazy run into the box but an excellent block from the inform Palmer denied her a shooting opportunity. P e a m o u n t ’s f i r s t chance arrived through Della Doherty, who captained Ireland’s Under17s to European qualifying success last month. The midfielder’s free kick from just inside the Galway half took a wicked bounce off the turf and very nearly skipped past keeper Abbie Ronayne. Ronayne, who is the regular number one for
Peamount’s Fiona Owens holds off Galway’s Kayla Brady. Picture: Seb Daly/Sportsfile
Galway’s senior team, managed to get back and claw the ball over the bar. The game sprang to life early in the second half as the home side made the breakthrough courtesy of an own goal. A cross into the box, aimed at Kayla Brady at the back post, was inadvertently turned into her own goal by Owens as she struggled to get her feet free. Galway doubled their
lead in the seventh minute of the second half as Annie Gough sent a corner deep into the box, where Healey was able to get her head to the ball and find the back of the net. Peamount’s best spell of the game followed as first-half substitute Orla Prendergast forced Ronayne into an excellent full-stretch save as her free-kick looked set for the top corner.
Moments later, Rebecca Watkins played in Doherty one-on-one with Ronayne but once more the goalkeeper stood tall to maintain her clean sheet. Peamount did make the breakthrough eight minutes from time as Watkins’ corner found Donlon on the charge and the defender forced the ball over the line, however it was too little, too late.
Glenanne’s chastening ties
TALLAGHT’S Glenanne Hockey Club endured a tough weekend as both their men and women’s first teams succumbed to heavy defeats last Saturday. On the men’s side. three goals in the first nine minutes meant Pembroke had a comfortable 6-1 win against a Glens side who had won their opening tie of the season. Olympian Alan Sothern and two goals from Rob McCollum did the damage. Glenanne did Glenanne’s player coach Gary Shaw in action get one back in the third quarter via a Stephen against Pembroke. Picture: Adrian Boehm Brownlow penalty corner but Harry Spain
replied in kind with a drag-flick of his own. And Sothern completed the victory on the final hooter from another penalty corner for a 6-1 success. In the women’s Irish Senior Cup against Old Alex, it was 1-1 at half-time with Ann-Marie Cave and Paula Pena exchanging goals. Alex, though, raced into a 5-1 lead all of a sudden early in the second half and while Marie Goulding got one back, the Milltown side were safe, winning 6-2 in the final reckoning.
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SOCCER: TALLAGHT CLUB A WIN AWAY FROM ENDING 32-YEAR WAIT FOR FAI CUP TITLE
Bradley and Rovers repay faith with first final spot in nine years FAI SENIOR CUP SEMI-FINAL Bohemians 0 Shamrock Rovers 2 DAVE DONNELLY sport@dublingazette.com
SHAMROCK Rovers are on the cusp of ending their 32-year hoodoo after booking their place in the FAI Cup final with a comfortable 2-0 win over Bohemians. Goals in either half from Graham Burke and Aaron Greene earned the Hoops a well-deserved victory over their fiercest rivals to set up a dream date at the Aviva Stadium with champions Dundalk. “It’s a proud moment for me to bring this special club back to the Aviva, but that’s where this club belongs,” manager Stephen Bradley told the Dublin Gazette. “It belongs in cup finals. It belongs at the top table and we’ll go there to win the game, fully focused on winning. “I’m delighted and proud of the players and proud of the staff. It’s massive to come to your biggest rivals and win so comfortably like we did tonight. “When this draw was made, I think a lot of people would have writ-
ten us off but we showed tremendous character to come here and win the game quite comfortably.” Bradley’s side last contested a cup final in 2010, the first at the newlyrenovated Lansdowne Road, as the Tallaght side were beaten on penalties by Sligo Rovers. Jobstown’s Bradley was in midfield for Michael O’Neill’s side that afternoon and was sent off in injury time after picking up a second booking. That defeat denied Rovers a league and cup double. Next month’s final will see Bradley charged with denying Kilnamanagh native Vinny Perth a treble in his first season as Dundalk boss. Before Rovers could think about a final, however, they were faced with the challenge of a Bohemians side who had won six of the last eight meetings between the sides. Last month’s meeting in Tallaght was the first time in two-and-a-half years the Hoops had beaten Bohs, courtesy of Burke’s first-half header. The on-loan Preston North End striker repeated the trick on Friday night with just five minutes on the clock with a wonderfully-taken headed goal.
The striker peeled away from the post and arced a magnificent header into the narrow space where Keith Buckley had stepped off the near post. It was a game of few chances but Burke thought he had wrapped it up with a delightful dink only for Paddy Kirk to somehow head off the line. Bohs’ challenge faded after Danny Mandroiu was sent off for an ugly lunge on Sean Kavanagh and Greene sealed the win with a fine finish from Ronan Finn’s pinpoint cross. Bradley hailed the patience shown by the fans and by the board, who have stuck with him during some difficult periods over the past couple of years. “Every game we go out now, it is an audition. Our players need to make sure they’re the team for the final. It’s as simple as that: the jersey is there, go and grab it. “The fans are demanding. I understand that and I understood it when I came in and it was never an issue. “The board were calm and their message was clear: there’s no change, relax, do what you do and we know where we’re going. “We want to repay them, repay the fans, and go and win it.”
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DARREN McGovern’s DBS Éanna meanwhile made it two wins from two in basketball’s Super League as they ran out 74-61 point winners over Keane’s SuperValu Killorglin. Strong performances once more from Stefan Zecevic, Daniel Heaney and Joshua Wilson were the difference on the day as, despite another good display from Killorglin’s Allen Thomas, Éanna just had too much on the night. Speaking afterwards, head coach McGovern stated: “We won this game with our defence, especially in the first and third quarters. “We wouldn’t give
them any good looks and we controlled the defensive boards. Mark Rey n o l d s p i c ke d u p two early fouls, so Max Zafran came in and was huge for us with multiple rebounds and stops. “Josh Wilson, Dan Heaney, Stefan Zecevic and Hillary Netsiyanwa were all key in injecting serious ball pressure and creating good scores. “Two wins from two is great, but we’ve a lot to work on. Bring on the champions next week! We’re looking forward to it.” Abbey Seals Dublin Lions came agonisingly close to securing their first Super League win as they lost out 89-80 on the road to DCU Saints. A s t ro n g o p e n i n g quarter from Saints saw
them lead 27-19. Lions roared back in the second, closing the gap to 46-42 at half time thanks to good work from Ramonn Nelson,
Muhamed Sabic and Conroy Baltimore. The bare minimum separated the sides at the end of the third, with DCU leading 63-62.
New Eanna signing Marko Tomic
Graham Burke shone in Shamrock Rovers’ emotional win. Picture: Martin Doherty
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THE INTERMEDIATE Hurlers Championship semi-final replay against Erins Isle will be played this coming Friday (4th October) in Parnell Park with throw-in at 7.30pm. Then on Saturday at 4.30pm our Junior Hurlers play their Championship final against Na Fianna at 4.30pm in O’Toole Park. Our Senior Footballers had a narrow loss to Cuala in their Championship encounter Saturday evening but our Junior A’s beat Raheny. The Minor Hurlers were winners over St Kevin’s, again in the Championship. Our Camógs lost to Na Gaeil Óga but are thru to a Championship semi-final and Minor Ladies Footballers lost to Fingallians in Championship. Our new club shop will open this Saturday morning at Monastery Road. The shop, which is part of our new gym development, will open 10am to 11.30am. Pick up Towers clothing from our new shop. Inductions for registered adult Members – male and female – for the new gym are being hosted Monday and Thursday at 8pm for the next two weeks. Inductions are mandatory before players can use the gym. Well done to the hundreds who supported the Ciaran Carr Foundation Colour Run on Sunday morning.
ST PATRICK’S, PALMERSTOWN WELL done to all our juvenile teams over the weekend. Good performances all round with plenty of action in Glenaulin Park. The U15 camogie team are now into the semi-finals. More information and photos on our FaceBook page. Our senior footballers lost out to Whitehall Colmcille on Saturday evening. Our U16 footballers went down to Clan Na Gael by two points. Please check our website for information on next weekend’s fixtures. GAA National Club Draw tickets now on sale. Buy your tickets quickly and get free entry into two bonus draws. New members are welcome on all teams. Contact details on our website at www.
stpatricksgaa.ie The Academy for children born in 2014/15 is on in the Pobalscoil Hall on Monday evenings at 6pm. Hurling skills for younger members take place in Glenaulin Park at 6.30pm on Friday evenings. All welcome. The lotto numbers this weekend were 11, 13, 14 and 28. We had four Lucky Dip winners who each won €50 – Ann Heavey, Trudy Matthews, Thomas O’Reilly and Keith Pickett. No jackpot winner. The jackpot next weekend will be €6,200 with the draw taking place on Sunday night in the Palmerstown House at 10pm. Lotto tickets are available online at www.stpatricksgaa.ie.
THOMAS DAVIS LOTTO numbers 1,4,10 & 19 jackpot not won. Next Week’s Jackpot €10,000. Academy this Saturday 10.00 till 11.00 on the Astro. Any queries contact Stephen Stewart on 087 679 5720. Senior Ladies Football Team were defeated by Foxrock Cabinteely by a 4.6 to 2.9 score line in the Senior Football Championship. Congratulations to Foxrock Cabinteely who eventually emerged Championship Winners. Under 13 and 15 B Teams were defeated by St Patrick’s Donabate and St Mary’s in their respective Championships. Senior Football Team were defeated by St Jude’s in the Final Game in Group 3 of the Senior Football Championship and have finished in second position and qualified for the Quarter Final. Intermediate Football Team were defeated by Na Fianna and this went out of the Championship. The Junior Football Team were defeated by Naomh Olaf but have finished in 2nd place in the group and have qualified for the Quarter Final of the All County Junior 2 Championship. Junior 2 Team were defeated by St Finnians Swords in A.C. Junior 4 Championship. Minor Hurling Team defeated Cuala in the Championship. Under 15 Hurling defeated Ballyboden St Endas in the B Shield Semi Final and now await the winners of Craobh Ciaran and Commercials in the Final. Under 13 Hurling Team had 2 League wins over St Sylvester’s and Ballyboden St Endas. Under 12 Hurling Team beat Clontarf and lost to Kilmacud Crokes. Best wishes to the Senior Hurling Team and Management who play Scoil Ui Connaill in the Senior B Hurling Championship Final on Saturday 5th October in Parnell Park at 5pm. Supporters bus to Parnell Park on Saturday 5th October for the Senior B Hurling Championship Final, leaving the Clubhouse at 3.30, please contact Colin Brown to book a seat,€6 per person. Congratulations to Sinead McGrath and Olwen Carey who have been nominated for Ladies Gaelic Football All Stars Selection.
A huge crowd gathered for the renaming of Jerome Twomey Park in Westmanstown
Westmanstown tribute to Twomey DAVE DONNELLY
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FAMILY and friends o f D e te c t ive Je ro m e Twomey in attendance in Westmanstown to witness the renaming of the Garda GAA club grounds in honour of its longtime caretaker. Twomey, a Garda of 32 years before taking up a full-time role maintaining the club’s extensive grounds, tragically passed away in December of last year. Sons Jerome and Mark and daughter Elaine were among the esteemed guests at the Garda club to witness the renaming of the grounds in honour of their late father. Dublin football manager Jim Gavin, a former manager of the Garda side, and County Board chief executive John Costello were among the 500 adults and children in attendance.
Twomey, who was originally from White’s Cross in Cork, became involved in the Garda club after moving to Dublin as a young man and soon became its heart and soul. T h e Pe a rs e S t re e t detective was intimately involved when the club opted to open up membership to those outside the Garda ranks and formally link with juvenile c l u b We s t m a n s tow n Gaels. There were few roles in the club Twomey didn’t fulfil at one point or another as he was variously groundskeeper, kitman, photographer and sometimes even an auxiliary medic. “Jerome Twomey was a member of the Garda GAA club for all of his 32 years’ service with the guards in Dublin,” said friend and Garda club PRO Eugene O’Sullivan. “He was the typical
GAA man that every club has – somebody who looked after the pitches meticulously, lined the grounds, put up the nets, looked after the flags, washed the jerseys. “He did everything about the place. He took great pride in what he was doing. He was just the life and soul of the place over the years. “He was an excellent photographer. He was a medic occasionally. He was just everything that you would want in a true Gael and a good GAA man. “It was an easy decision to name the grounds after him. “It was bittersweet, but nevertheless his name will be on the grounds for eternity and he’ll always be remembered.” Pe r h a p s Two m ey ’s greatest legacy will be the provision of the grounds for the rapidly-
expanding community around Westmanstown. “We felt it wouldn’t be right to have those great facilities and not share them with the local community.” The new generation of Westmanstown Gaels were treated to face-toface time with Gavin, fresh on the back of the Dubs’ historic fifth successive All-Ireland. “Jim is a former manager of the Garda club going back 10-12 years ago and he regularly turns up at club functions. “He took time out to talk to some of the underage teams, and it’s a mark of the man that he would do that. They hold him in great awe and great respect after the five-ina-row. “Jim is a great GAA man – he can mix it at all levels, from the elite level and clubs down to grassroots and kids.”
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FOOTBALL: QUARTER FINAL LINE-UPS CONFIRMED FOR SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP
Liffey Celtics undone in first outing
Ballyboden’s Darren O’Reilly and Darragh Nelson swarm Skerries’ Bryan Cullen. Picture: John Kirwan
Brilliant Boden, Jude’s and Davis advance DUBLIN SFC GROUP STAGES CÓILÍN DUFFY
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BALLYBODEN St Enda’s, St Jude’s and Thomas Davis booked places in the Dublin Senior Football 1 Championship quarter-finals, following last weekend’s final group games. Boden powered through their group unbeaten, finishing with a comfortable 2-20 to 0-6 win over Skerries Harps at Parnell Park on Saturday night. Boden got off to a blazing start and led by 0-4 to 0-0 after just four minutes, but Skerries ralled with Steven Smith and Killian McGinnis (2) on target to leave the score at 0-6 to 0-3 after 21 minutes. However, this was as good as it got for Skerries, with an Aran Waters goal starting a spell which saw Boden score 1-7 without reply. Skerries’ fourth score arrived 13 minutes into the second half, when Smith converted a 45’ to ensure a 1-14 to 0-4 score-line. Ryan Basquel grabbed Boden’s second goal in the 48th minute, on the way to a 20-point win. Clontarf’s first win, coupled with Skerries’ loss, saw them through on scoring difference, after a 1-17 to 1-10
win over Lucan Sarsfields. Kevin Lillis fired 1-6 for the eventual winners, including a 12th minute penalty in a strong first half display by his side. Clontarf led by 1-7 to 0-4 at halftime, and moved 11 points clear on the restart. Although Lucan had a strong final quarter, which started with a Brian Collopy goal, and Brendan Gallagher (0-6) impressive from placed balls, Clontarf had done enough for victory. It came down to the wire in Group 3, with St Jude’s topping the group with a 1-9 to 0-8 win over Thomas Davis. However, a four-point loss was enough to see Thomas Davis also into the quarter-finals on scoring difference, beating Raheny to the second spot. Jude’s and Thomas Davis provided an entertaining contest at O’Toole Park on Saturday, with little separating the sides throughout. It took a while for the eventual winners to settle on the score-board, and it wasn’t until the 15th minute that they opened their account, after Thomas Davis had registered the opening two scores. The Tallaght side led by 0-2 to 0-0 after seven minutes, but back-to-back
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efforts for Jude’s including a Kieran Doherty point levelled matters by the 18th minute. Thomas Davis again hit back with two quick-fire points, with Ryan Deegan ending the game with three points impressive. However, Jude’s finished the half strongly with three unanswered points, with Niall Coakley, Ronan Joyce and Doherty on target on the way to a 0-5 to 0-4 interval lead. The Tymon Park outfit extended
their lead three minutes after the restart through Corkman Coakley. Adam Fallon and Cian Murphy defended well for Thomas Davis but, eventually, their rear-guard was breached when Diarmuid McLoughlin grabbed the games only goal in the fourth minute of injury-time. Clontarf now face Kilmacud Crokes in the quarter-finals; Na Fianna take on Ballyboden St Enda’s; St Vincent’s face St Jude’s; and Castleknock meet Thomas Davis.
Ballyboden’s Warren Egan on the attack. Picture: John Kirwan
REIGNING women’s SuperLeague champions Liffey Celtics were dealt an opening round loss at the hands of DCU Mercy in Leixlip, losing out 58-81. A superb display from Mercy saw American Meredith Burkhall lead the way with 31 points, while Ashley Russell chipped in with 17 and young talent Rachel Huijsdens, was a force on both ends of the court, getting some big defensive stops and adding 11 points to her side’s tally. Liffey had some strong periods throughout, with Sorcha Tiernan driving the action from the top of the key, while Niamh Masterson had a superb shooting display for the hosts. Good scoring from American Darby Maggard and Aine O’Connor just wasn’t enough to see Liffey close the gap though, as DCU drove home to victory. “It’s a great start to the season, but even before the game, we said that this game wouldn’t define our season,” reflected head coach, Mark Ingle. “For a season opener though, Liffey at home to DCU Mercy, you’re going ‘oh here we go’. We looked at is as an opportunity. It takes a few weeks for everyone to settle in. “ We’re delighted with the win, particularly as it’s one of the hardest gyms in the country to win in. “We got two good games from our two Americans, I think they contributed about 55 points, but there’s still a lot of work to do.”
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Gavin shines a light on Dublin’s blue diversity CÓILÍN DUFFY
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DUBLIN senior men’s football manager Jim Gavin praised his sides character and attitude as 16,000 fans gathered in Merrion Square for Dublin’s double All-Ireland Senior Football winning celebrations on Sunday at the official homecoming organised by Dublin City Council. It was the first time both the senior men’s and ladies footballers shared the stage for such an event. The men’s side were celebrating their historic five-in-a-row All-Ireland success; with the ladies honoured after delivering All-Ireland silverware for the third year in-a-row for the first time. Gavin says that embracing differences was key. “We embraced diversity, we think it’s a strength of the squad,” he said. “Dublin City is a metropolitan city and there’s so many facets to our county and these players represent that. “We’ve always looked for the players to express themselves and be the best versions of themselves both on and off the field of play. “The one thing we look for, though, is character and attitude. They all have been developed by the clubs, and they are all very skilful players. “All of the kids that are listening and here today, these guys practice a little but often, so they are doing something every day. “Their attitude for us is what makes them unique
The Dublin senior teams enjoy their homecoming on Merrion Square last Sunday. Pictures: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile
“We’ve always looked for the players to
express themselves and be the best versions of themselves, both on and off the field of play.“ players. We would have seen that in both games – particularly in the last 15 minutes of the replayed game - where I think their true character came out.” St Jude’s clubman Kevin McManamon said it’s a special feeling to win ‘fivein-a-row’. “Absolutely it was a really special day and a really special season,” he said. “To just get the job done, there was so much pressure on us. You were trying to avoid it, but you could
feel the bit of tension from the fans and from the GAA in general everywhere. “Just to finally get over the line, it was a massive release, and it’s been great in the last two weeks.” Lucan Sarsfields clubman Darren Gavin said it was great to be involved with the squad, despite nursing an injury. “I was injured so it was hard enough. But the lads are very good at keeping you involved and stuff like that, so it was a great
year.” Thomas Davis duo Olwen Carey and Siobhan McGrath were delighted to be celebrating Dublin Ladies All-Ireland triumph. “It was great, obviously we had a few finals that didn’t go our way, so to have the three now it’s been brilliant,” Carey said. “To win three-in-a-row, and obviously with the men winning as well, it has certainly been a great two weeks.”
For McGrath it was a second All-Ireland win in a row having returned from Australia to win 12 months ago, and now add another medal to her collection. “It’s just been an amazing experience to come back in to a group like this,” she said. “They are a phenomenal group of girls and management. I came in and I was very lucky. I came straight in to a winning team, so I’m a very lucky girl!”
Sunday’s homecoming event, was hosted by Marty Morrissey and featured live music from Key West, Eoin Thomas and The Rising Sons. Former Dublin football stars Charlie Redmond, Mickey Whelan, Ciaran Duff and Tommy Drumm were also interviewed on stage, while a specially commissioned video of Dublin wins and highlights from both the ladies and men’s matches were shown on the big screens.