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Group to continue fighting for convent PADRAIG CONLON THE group campaigning to save the historic convent site in Clondalkin say they want answers. They want to know if the convent, its surrounding lands and parish church passed into the ownership of the nuns, then how, when, why and under what circumstances did this happen? They also want to know why neither
church authorities nor the nuns will meet them to discuss this. These are just some of the reasons why The Save Clondalkin Convent campaign are holding a second rally around the village this Sunday, January 12, starting at 1pm from the Civic Offices opposite the Garda Station in Clondalkin. Even though planning permission was obtained in November for a joint development proposal by the Presentation
Sisters and Bartra the group say the campaign “continues as before”. Monica McGill, a spokesperson for the group, says they are calling on the local community for help. “We have a big fight ahead and the campaign needs to raise more funds to pay for legal fees if we have to go to court,” she told Dublin Gazette.
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New homes
PLANNING permission has been secured for a major new housing development which will provide almost 400 homes in Newcastle. SEE PAGE 8
Appeal for witnesses GARDAI in Lucan are appealing for witnesses following an assault on two teenage boys near Liffey Valley Shopping Centre last week. The boys were attacked by a group of “younger juveniles” at a pedestrian footbridge. SEE PAGE 10
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CHURCH AUTHORITIES NOR NUNS WILL MEET SAYS GROUP
Save Clondalkin Convent Campaign want answers FROM PAGE 1
“ We h ave re ce ive d resounding, on-going support from the wider community and similar cross-party support from our County Councillors and TDs. “We have been willing to share with the Presentation Sisters and the church authorities our alternative, practical suggestions to address people’s needs in a more fitting way than the Sisters’ present proposal. “To date, neither the Presentation Sisters nor any of the Church authorities or their representatives have agreed to meet us to discuss matters.” The Save Clondalkin Convent campaign says
The historic Clondalkin site
the development will obstruct the 162-yearold convent while also wiping out a scenic green
space and a children’s playground which is attached to the nearby primary school, Scoil
Mhuire. Bartra are developing the project in conjunction with the Presentation Sisters order, who claim they own the site. Planning files show that ownership of the lands would be transferred to Bartra if the development is successful. “Local people ask if our Convent, its surrounding lands and parish church are not on the Archdiocese list of properties and if they passed into the ownership of the nuns, then how, when, why and under what circumstances did this happen?” Monica McGill said. “Supporters of Save Clondalkin Convent Campaign carried out a lot of research and we could not locate any documentation or evidence contra-indicating our assertion that the convent and lands are held in trust for the benefit of the children and the poor of the community. “We scrutinised more than a dozen local and national archives. “We found relevant Memoranda of Deeds and Miss Anne Frances Caldbeck’s will which was probated by a court of law after her death in 1844. “It is a legal document. “We have had all the
documents officially copied and certified by the authorities. “We wrote many times to the local nuns and their Provincial Leader, asking for a meeting but without any meaningful response. “We showed our initial certified Memoranda of Deeds to the Parish Priest and gave him accurate transcripts. “We had respectfully requested a meeting, but there was likewise no response to our request. “We gathered over 3,000 signatures from local people in two petitions and delivered copies to the Archbishop’s House and the office of the nuns’ Provincial Leader. “The hierarchy of the church need to answer this question. “When did the ownership of the village Church change hands to become the sole property of Presentation Sisters Union - North East Ireland? “We may have to go to court in order to get the answers as they refuse to answer this very simple question. “Judging by the local people’s feedback over Christmas and during the campaign, they wholeheartedly support our goals, yet neither the church authorities nor the nuns seem willing to even meet the people of Clondalkin whose ancestors and present generation supported them so generously since 1857 when the Presentation Sisters came to our village.” Dublin Gazette contacted the Archdiocese Of Dublin for a comment on this story. A spokesperson said there have been “no developments over Christmas.” We also contacted the Presentation Sisters but had not received a reply by the time of going to press.
FASTNews Special visit for local Camera Club PALMERSTOWN Camera Club got in touch with us here at Dublin Gazette to announce details of a very special night. On Wednesday, January 15 Dr Fidelma Mullane, a leading authority on vernacular culture, will be visiting their club for a talk. She works on the study, conservation and representation of vernacular practices also had access to photographs by US photographers Dorothea Lange and Robert Creswell who captured images of Ireland in the 1950s. Palmerstown Camera Club are opening this talk by Dr.Mullane to non members. There is a €5 charge and only limited availability because of Fire Regulations. Please contact www.palmerstowncameraclub.com You can also contact their Facebook page https://www. facebook.com/Pcameraclub/ They meet at the Parish Hall Kennellsfort Road Palmerstown at 8pm on Wednesdays.
Call for pitch to be delivered SINN Fein TD for Dublin Mid-West Mark Ward says he is disappointed that a football pitch due to be delivered as part of a social housing development in North Clondalkin has not happened. Deputy Ward says he received assurances from the council the football pitch would be delivered in October. The pitch is to be built beside St Peter Apostle School in Neilstown and Deputy Ward says he has received several letters from pupils asking for their school pitch. “No work has been carried out yet and this is very disappointing,” Deputy Ward said. “I met with the pupils who are eager to get back playing sports on the pitch. “I am calling on South Dublin County Council to immediately begin the works needed and restore the confidence of the community in the local authority.”
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LUCAN LIBRARY: FASCINATING HISTORY OF STEWART’S HOSPITAL
FASTNews Talk sure to be a treat for lovers of local history Carbon monoxide PADRAIG CONLON pconlon@dublingazette.com
LUCAN Local History presents a talk not to be missed by lovers of local history. A recently launched new book “150 Years of Stewarts Care - The Pathway to the Pre-
sent” written by Pat O’Donoghue delves into the long and fascinating history of Stewart’s Hospital from 1869 to the present day. Pat will give a talk in Lucan Library later this month about his new book and will enlighten us about the history of
one of Ireland’s famous hospitals from the 19th Century to the present day. His excellently complied book documents the work and endeavour of the organisations founders who set out to fulfil their primary objective, the education and training of persons with an intellectual disability. Stewarts Care derives its name from its founder, Dr. Henry Hutchinson Stewart, the son of a Rector of Donabate Parish. Throughout his career Stewart held several medical positions amongst them Medical Consultant in a hospital now known as Beaumont. Among the patients he cared for in the hospital were many elderly mentally disabled people. Stewart was deeply affected by their situa-
tion and over the next decade he worked hard to assemble a committee of highly motivated and influential medical and business professionals. This led in 1869 to the first 12 residents coming to “Stewarts” in Palmerstown. In his book Pat details the many challenges faced by the first management committee and
how they were overcome and shows how Stewarts Care was sustained through the its early years by voluntary contributions from the Irish people. The talk takes place in Lucan Library Tuesday, January 21 from 7 – 8 pm and you can book by contacting the Library or booking through Eventbrite.
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DEATHS: MARIAN FINUCANE AND LARRY GOGAN PASS AWAY DAYS APART FROM EACH OTHER
Glowing tributes paid to late broadcasting legends RACHEL D’ARCY
PEOPLE all across the capital and the country united in grief this week, paying glowing tribute to the late RTE broadcasters Marian Finucane and Larry Gogan, who died within days of each other. A sea of tributes flowed to both legendary broadcasters, with many people remarking on the beloved pair’s roles at the heart of Irish society and broadcasting for decades. A common theme saw many saying that the airwaves will miss the hardhitting journalism of Marian, and the dulcet tones of Larry, on the airwaves. They were both trending topics on social media as many thousands of loyal listeners and fans voiced their sadness over the passing of both veteran broadcasters. Dublin native Marian Finucane (69) passed away suddenly at her home in Kildare on January 2, whilst Larry Gogan (81)
died at home in Kiltipper on January 7, after struggling with an illness in recent years. In warm tributes paid to two of the station’s biggest names, Dee Forbes, director general of RTE, referred to Marian as “a broadcaster of immense capability”, and described Larry as “a genuine national institution”.
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An icon who left a legacy on Irish radio PADRAIG CONLON
“AN ICON of broadcasting who will always be remembered for her outstanding journalistic ability, keen intellect, warmth, wit, thoughtfulness, compassion and kindness.” The homily for Marian Finucane by Monsignor Ciaran O’Carroll at her funeral on Tuesday said it all. The much-loved broad-
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With her death, Ireland has lost a deeply respected broadcaster
casting legend (69), who died last Thursday, January 2, was laid to rest following a service at St Brigid’s Church in Kill, Co Kildare. Those attending included An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin, and
RTE colleagues including Joe Duffy, Miriam O’Callaghan, Clare Byrne, Ryan Tubridy, Brendan O’Connor and RTE’s director general, Dee Forbes. Born in Dublin in 1950, Finucane studied architecture in the College of Technology in Bolton Street, but left to join RTE as a continuity announcer in 1974. She went on to become a major figure in Irish broadcasting, covering the country’s events and social changes for almost half a centenary. As a big advocate for women’s rights, she presented a radio programme, entitled Women Today, in 1979, for which she won a Jacob’s Award. In 1980, she won the Prix Italia for a documentary that featured an interview with a woman who was about to have an abortion. In 1985, she became the first presenter of Liveline, which she continued to present until 1999. Following Gay Byrne’s retirement in 1999, she took over his early morning radio slot to present
We are the richer for having known this gentleman of the airwaves
The Marian Finucane Show, with Joe Duffy taking over Liveline. President Michael D Higgins lead the tributes, saying: “With her death, Ireland has lost a deeply respected, trusted and much loved broadcaster. “A superb professional, many will remember the wisdom and sensitivity with which Marian Finucane dealt with discussions and confrontations between different voices on what were controversial issues of the day. “She was one of the very early exemplars to those who sought a proper representation of women in broadcasting.” Finucane is survived by her husband, John Clarke, and son, Jack.
A singularly beloved star for millions GARY IBBOTSON
TRIBUTES flowed from across Irish political and broadcasting circles, as well as from the ordinary
people of Ireland, to the late, legendary radio DJ and broadcaster, Larry Gogan (81). With his passing within mere hours of RTE colleague Marian Finucane’s funeral, many mourned the loss of another deeply esteemed and treasured individual. As an integral voice in RTE Radio for more than 50 years, Gogan was part of the original Radio 2 line-up in 1979, having begun with RTE in the 1960s. Born in Fairview, north Dublin, Gogan presented The Golden Hour on 2FM until 2014, and most recently presented for RTE Gold. Paying tribute, Dee Forbes, RTE’s director general, said: “He transcended generations – whether it was a hilarious moment on the ‘Just a Minute Quiz’, the breakneck countdown of the weekly Top 40, or the first play of a Christmas song – Larry didn’t just preserve these traditions, he created them. “He returns now to his beloved Florrie – we are the poorer for his loss,
but the richer for having known this gentleman of the airwaves.” Friend and fellow RTE broadcaster Joe Duffy had visited Gogan only 10 days ago, and said that he was in “his usual great form”. RTE presenter Marty Whelan also described Gogan as “a wonderful man”, and “a dear friend”. Jon Williams, managing director at RTE News, also paid tribute to the late icon, saying: “Very sorry to learn that Larry Gogan has died. “Like Gay Byrne and Marian Finucane, Larry not just a giant of RTE, but a titan of Irish radio.” In a statement published on RIP.ie, Gogan’s family says they “would like to extend their gratitude to Blackrock Clinic, Beacon Renal and the staff at Kiltipper Woods Care Centre for the wonderful care that he received during his final illness”. Gogan’s funeral mass will take place on Friday, January 10 at 11:30am in the Church of St Pius X in Templeogue, followed by a private burial.
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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK
It’s off to the Civic Panto we go! M
IRROR Mirror on the Wall The Civic Panto was the fairest of them all! The most magical of fairytales, Snow White, came to The Civic Theatre recently. In a magical fairytale kingdom we meet Snow White, a lonely
Pictures: Martin Nagle
but beautiful princess who is being forced by Queen Cruella to be a maid in her massive castle. The Evil Queen was once the fairest in all the land however Snow White is now the fairest and the Queen is outraged.
Throw in a hilarious magic mirror, an outrageous Dame, a handsome prince, a funny hero and seven dwarfs. Audiences enjoyed a loud spectacular panto journey and met many wonderful characters along the way.
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248 HOUSES, 36 DUPLEXES AND 36 APARTMENTS
400 new homes given go-ahead in Newcastle PADRAIG CONLON
PLANNING permission has been secured for a major new housing development which will provide almost 400 homes in Newcastle. This is after An Bord Pleanala (ABP) approved the plans by Cairn Homes for the Strategic Housing Development (SHD) on more than 16 hectares in Newcastle under the fast-track planning system. APB rejected the recommendation of its own inspector that the plans for the 380 homes, with a creche, commercial unit and public park, should be refused. Cairn Homes, one of Ireland’s largest housebuilders, owns 70 acres of land in Newcastle and has been in consultation with ABP over the past few years about starting development on the site. The company, which is headed by Michael Stanley, has secured permission for several other projects through the SHD system. The Newcastle development will
have 248 houses, 36 duplexes and 36 apartments on the main site, with 50 other units on three smaller sites at the corner of Burgage Street and Newcastle Boulevard. The development will also reserve a site for a new school. Twenty-six houses originally proposed by Cairn Homes should be omitted from the scheme, with their site instead developed as public open space. The ABP inspector had recommended that planning permission for the development be refused because of its adverse impact on biodiversity due to the removal of two large sections of 700-year old hedgerows as well as its negative impact on landscape and views. The inspector questioned why the hedges, also known as castle gardens, were of such national importance that they initially ran on areas reserved for residential development. The inspector claimed that the loss of important medieval landscape elements could have been avoided with
a “more creative design”. However, ABP said that, subject to a number of planning conditions, the development was acceptable in terms of design, form and layout. They also said the retention of other sections of historic hedgerows and the reinstatement of other hedgerows would result in an overall increase in new landscaping and tree planting. It claimed the hedgerows earmarked for removal had “minimal arboricultural value” and the proposed development adequately integrated historic hedgerows into the layout of the scheme. Several submissions were received from current residents of Newcastle, as well as local politicians, with many saying they had no objection to the development, but they did have concerns over some details of the plans. South Dublin County Council had also recommended that planning approval should be given for the project.
Sprint sensation Rhasidat honoured at sports awards SEVENTEEN-year old Tallaght AC sprint sensation Rhasidat Adeleke (middle) was honoured at the Irish Times Sport Ireland Sportswoman of the Year Awards recently. Adeleke was named Sportswoman of the Month for July after returning from the European Youth Olympics in Baku, Azerbaijan with two gold medals, winning the 100m in 11.70 seconds and following it up two days later with victory in the 200m in a time of 23.92 seconds. She was the only runner in the field to break the 24-second mark. Also pictured is Deirdre Veldon, Deputy Editor, The Irish Times, and Kate O’Connor. Picture: Nick Bradshaw
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HEAD AND FACIAL INJURIES
POTENTIAL ISSUES : TD CRITICISES WATER UTILITY
Gardai appeal for witnesses to gang assault on two boys GARDAI in Lucan are appealing for witnesses following an assault on two teenage boys near Liffey Valley Shopping Centre last week. The boys, who are in their early teens, were attacked by a group of “younger juveniles” at a pedestrian footbridge over the N4 at about 5pm on Thursday, January 2. The alleged incident took place when the two teenagers were crossing the bridge which connect King’s Hospital School and Liffey Valley. Gardai say a large number of juveniles approached the teenagers and proceeded to assault them. One of the teenage boys managed to break free and alert members of the public who came to assist.
The juveniles then fled in the direction of Liffey Valley. Both victims received head and facial injuries and attended Midlands Regional Hospital. Released They were both later released. Gardai in Lucan are appealing for any witnesses to come forward, as well as anyone who was walking on the pedestrian footbridge at 5pm and any road user who may have recorded camera footage while travelling in the area at the time. Anyone with information is asked to contact Lucan Garda station on 01 666 7300, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
Leixlip Water Treatment Plant
Irish Water warned about failing filters in Leixlip plant in 2014 PADRAIG CONLON
IRISH Water has been accused of being misleading after they were warned about potential issues with the Leixlip Water Treatment Plant in 2014. Up to 600,000 people, many of them residents of Lucan, Clondalkin and Palmerstown, were left furious in October and November when Irish Water was forced to issue Boil Water Notices after an issue at the treatment plant in Leixlip. It was recently revealed that Irish Water was aware of problems with filters at the plant six years ago. Now Dublin Mid-West TD Gino Kenny has criticised the water utility for failing to communicate information about issues at the Leixlip plant. “When elected representatives have contacted Irish Water regarding water quality they have been consistently dismissed and told that the water is up to standard,” Kenny told Dublin Gazette. “When I was marching alongside local people against water charges in 2014 we were also opposing the set-up of Irish Water. “We argued at the time that another unelected body would only serve to take the water sup-
ply infrastructure system out of the control of elected representatives. “It’s now absolutely clear that Irish Water is not accountable to anyone and should be abolished, with water services returned to local authorities.
Under-investment “The problems at the Leixlip plant, which is still serving parts
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It’s now absolutely clear that Irish Water is not accountable to anyone and should be abolished
of the Lucan area, are the result of years of under-investment in water infrastructure. “Millions of Euros were squandered on water meter installation which should have been spent on upgrading failing infrastructure.” Dublin Gazette contacted Irish Water and asked why it took them
five years to replace the failing filters in the Leixlip plant. A spokesperson for Irish Water told us: “In response to the assessment carried out by Irish Water in July 2014 substantial upgrade and improvement works have taken place on the old Leixlip Water Treatment Plant in recent years,” they said. “The principal works include the refurbishment of the filters (ongoing), the addition of a back-up OSEC disinfection system and the integration of the new Water Treatment Plant and Ballygoran Reservoir into the telemetry system. “Further works, including the provision of UV disinfection, pH Correction, Clarifier and flocculator upgrades will be completed in 2020 and 2021. “The Water Treatment Plant at Leixlip is operating normally and in compliance with all drinking water quality requirements. “Irish Water is currently replacing the filters at the old plant at Leixlip on a phased basis. “Works on upgrading of the filters commenced in July 2018 and are scheduled to be complete in Q2 2020. “This process is being carried out as quickly and safely as possible while maintaining supply to the greater Dublin area.”
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GALLERIES GALLERIESOF OFTHE THEWEEK WEEK
Dunboyne Community Fun Run in aid of Pieta House
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HE recent Dunboyne Community Fun Run in aid of Pieta House was a great success. The event raised close to €8000 between the run, the bake sale and the GoFundMe page.
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St Stephen’s Green, 1952. Picture: Fondation HCB Paris/ Magnum Photos
A chance to see Dublin in the rare auld times PADRAIG CONLON
IF YOU ARE a fan of all things historical then a photo exhibition featuring Dublin in the rare auld times should be right up your street. ‘Ireland in Focus: Photographing Ireland in the 1950s’ features striking images of Dublin in the 1950s taken by professional photographers Henri Cartier-Bresson and Dorothea Lange. Since opening in November at the National Museum of Ireland in Collins Barracks, the exhibition has proved very popular with visitors. Featuring several photos from various locations across Dublin, including St Stephen’s Green and Custom House, the exhibition looks at images from three photographic collections created during what is generally regarded as one of the most challenging decades in 20th-century Ireland. The exhibition features 50 images by Henri Cartier-Bresson, considered the most important photographer of the 20th century, of which 30 have never been exhibited previously. There are also 20 images by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange, taken in Dublin and Co Clare in 1954, and 30 by Robert Cresswell, an American anthropologist who was based in Paris, who lived in Kinvara, Co Galway, during 1955 and 1956 and took over 400 photographs in the area. Henri Cartier-Bresson was considered the most important photographer of the 20th century. A pioneer of street photography and photojournalism, he was on assignment from Harper’s Bazaar magazine when he visited Dublin in June 1952. He returned later for a holiday in October 1962 and travelled throughout the country during both visits. His images include landscapes, street scenes, portraits and public events, and this is the largest number of his images to have been displayed in Ireland. Dorothea Lange is a renowned American documentary photographer whose portraits of displaced farmers during the Great Depression greatly influenced later documentary and journalistic photography in the United States. Dr Audrey Whitty, head of collections and learning at the National Museum of Ireland, said the exhibition provides a rare insight in the Ireland of the 1950’s. “Ireland in Focus: Photographing Ireland in the 1950s” is open to the public in the National Museum of Ireland in Collins Barracks until the end of April.
ARTS: ANNUAL FESTIVAL CHALLENGES MENTAL HEALTH STIGMAS
Fab First Fortnight Arts Fest underway PADRAIG CONLON
FIRST FORTNIGHT, the annual Mental Health Art & Culture Festival, kicked off last week for another month of thought-provoking events. The Festival utilises arts and culture to challenge mental health stigma while supporting some of Ireland’s most vulnerable people through creative therapies. In Ireland, one in four people are predicted to struggle with their mental health at some point in their lives. The themes for this year’s Festival are loneliness, isolation and community. First Fortnight began as a kitchen conversation 10 years ago and has grown from one event in 2010 to 119 events in 17 counties, across 62 venues this year. Some of the contributors at this year’s Festival include: The Blindboy Podcast, Ham Sandwich’s Therapy Sessions, Richie Sadlier, Pat Kinevane’s Silent, a world premiere by Stephen James Smith with the Irish National Opera and many more family and child-friendly events, music, sports, comedy, theatre, film, panel discussions, listening events and workshops. In addition, comedian, writer and broadcaster Colm O’Regan, former athlete David Gillick, i n te r n a t i o n a l r u g by p l aye r Ha n n a h Ty rrell, actor Tadhg Hickey (CCCahoots), musician
Launching First Fortnight Mental Health Art and Culture Festival 2020 in the beautiful Botantic Gardens, Glasnevin, Dublin one of the 62 venues featuring in #FFFest20 is Paul Timoney from Batman Needs a Break!.
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Through community driven initiatives like First Fortnight, the opportunity is created to extend an invitation for connection to address feelings of loneliness and isolation. John Spillane and actor John Connors with further special guests to be announced. “We have always seen First Fortnight as the antidote to the themes we decided to focus on within this year’s festival programme,” David Ke e g a n , C E O, Fi r s t Fortnight told Dublin
Gazette. “It’s through community driven initiatives like First Fortnight, the opportunity is created to extend an invitation for connection to address feelings of loneliness and isolation, which we all experience but also heavily stigmatised just like mental health.”
Edel Doran, First Fortnight Programme Coordinator, extended an invitation for everyone to get involved. “It is through consistent changes in our community, society as a whole can be changed,” she said. “We invite you to attend our festival and
leave feeling part of our ever-growing community, empowered to be part of the change. “One person can always make a difference and as one community, we can make a profound impact.” More information about First Fortnight on www.firstfortnight.ie
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Dublin Airport funds are ready to support local communities RACHEL D’ARCY
DUBLIN AIRPORT’S Community Fund has reopened for applications, until February 12, 2020. The airport’s €10 million Community Fund was launched in 2017, with an annual investment of €400,000 over 25 years. The fund supports projects in the neighbouring communities around Dublin Airport with 44 local groups receiving €122,358 in funding before Christmas. Dublin Airport Community Liaison Manager, Maura Cassidy, said: “Since the fund was opened in June 2017, more than €1 million has been granted to community groups based within the eligibility area. Support is focused on areas such as environment and sustainability, sports and recreation, social inclusion and community development, health and well-being, and culture and heritage. “This will be the sixth round of funding from the Community Fund and we’re delighted to, once again, invite local community groups to apply for funding and encourage all eligible groups to apply.” The fund supports applications from Ballymun, Cloghran, Forrest Little, Greater Baskin, Hollystown, Malahide, Portmarnock, Rolestown, Santry, St Margarets, Swords, The Ward and Tyrrelstown. Among the groups who received fund-
ing in November 2019 were Gaelscoil Bhaile Munna in Ballymun, who put the funding towards their school library. Other beneficiaries included Anew Support Services in Swords, who used the funding received for a community gardening project. The Community First Responders in both Malahide and Portmarnock also received vital funding towards defibrillators. The Community Fund also supports up to 10 students a year from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, to enable them to attend Dublin City University (DCU) through the university’s Access Programme. The fund makes a call for applications twice a year – on January 1 and September 1. Once open, applications are accepted for up to six weeks, with two types of grants on offer. There are minor grants for less than €5,000, or major grants for more than €5,000. Applications are reviewed and assessed by an independently chaired Grant Making Panel comprising of four representatives, with Major Grant applicants required to engage in a second stage process. Those who wish to apply for funding can find an easy how-to-apply guide along with an application form on the airport’s website www.dublinairport.com/community-fund.
Dublin Airport’s Community Fund, which supports local communities around Dublin Airport, has reopened for applications for 2020
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FIRST Year CBS Synge Street student Aditya Joshi was joined by Shay Walsh, managing director of BT Ireland, to help launch the 56th annual BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. Taking place at the RDS and open to the public from today (Thursday, January 9) to this Saturday, January 11, the exhibition promises to showcase some fascinating and brilliant projects by students.
Urine a lot of trouble if Man hiding from his you try to trick police girlfriend is arrested A WOMAN in Kentucky was arrested after she tried to pass off dog urine as her own to her probation officer, police have said. The 40-year-old woman was asked to provide a urine sample for a drug test as part of a scheduled probation visit, but police said she ‘snuck in a sample’ of her dog’s urine to pass as her own. Officials determined that the urine didn’t belong to the
woman and confronted her about the sample. She told officers that she brought urine from her dog because she knew that she would fail the drug test, admitting to using methamphetamine and the painkiller, Suboxone. The woman was subsequently arrested and now faces charges for trafficking in a controlled substance and tampering with physical evidence.
A MAN was arrested after trying to avoid having sex with his girlfriend, by hiding in her car and refusing to leave. Khrystian Collins locked himself inside his girlfriend’s Kia Optima and refused to get out. Police in Warren, Ohio then arrived and found Collins hiding inside the car with the window cracked open. Collins told police his girlfriend always wants to have sex and it was too hot in their apartment – an account that his girlfriend confirmed. An officer was eventually able to open the door and had to pull Collins out of the car after he refused to exit the vehicle. Collins was charged with obstructing official business, resisting arrest and trespass.
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 Bella, a gorgeous three-year-old American Bulldog with a big heart and an even bigger personality. She is desperately looking for a family who have the time and commitment to come up to our Rehoming Centre over a period of time to meet her and then to help her settle into her new home. Bella would love a home with people who are around a lot of the day as she struggles when left on her own – she just loves giving her humans attention.
She would also prefer to be the only pet in the house and would love a secure garden to roam around in, as she can be a really giddy girl when the notion takes her! If you have room in your heart and home for Biddy 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.)
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THAT CAUGHT OUR EYE THIS WEEK... TOP TWEETS
SOME unlucky drivers in Washington spent the first few hours of 2020 trapped in a massive pile of tumbleweeds that closed down a highway for 10 hours – until 4.30am on New Year’s Day. Five ca rs a n d o n e 18-wheel semi-truck were trapped in the tumbleweeds on New Year’s
Sing us a song, you’re baby piano man. @griffski I think it’s pretty cool that we can all agree on the most f-d up thing of the past decade. It wasn’t ebola, it wasn’t Trump, it wasn’t even Blake Shelton getting ‘Sexiest man of the year’ – it was that damn U2 album that Apple decided to just download to everyone’s iPhone. @chunkyfila If Netflix doesn’t release a five-part series on the disappearance of Rizzle Kicks, then I’ll start booting down doors (mainly in Tesco’s public toilets). @StephenTries Why do airplane tickets have to be so expensive?! Having separate continents is so dumb – retweet if you miss Pangaea. @JbKnockout In 2010 so many lads I met in UCD told me they were doing Business and Chinese because China was going to become the biggest superpower and they’d be ahead of the curve. That didn’t quite happen, and now there are lads working in finance in Dublin who randomly know Mandarin. @BigPaulieDoyle I never told my mom this, but one time I threw a party in high school and someone peed in the cat’s litter box, so when she got back there was a giant petrified human pee brick and she cried while taking the cat to the vet – all while I watched and said nothing to avoid being caught. @crocodilethumbs
DUBLIN BITS & BOBS Weeds force road ‘Jesus to be closed down Christ’ is Eve, with State Route 240 being closed in both directions as transportation workers moved to clear the tumbleweeds with a snow plough. Wa s h i n g to n S t a te Trooper Chris Torson said the tumbleweeds were piled 20 to 30 feet in places, with the road closed for over 12 miles, or just over 19km.
Chill with Snoop’s Surprise as £20k binned ... lullabies album? SNOOP Dogg, famed for epic rap hits such as Drop It Like It’s Hot, has released a lullaby album. Yes, songs to help babies get to sleep. Snoop Dogg, or as he was known for a time, Snoop Lion, released a children’s album on December 6, entitled, Rockabye Baby! Lullaby Renditions of Snoop Dogg, with a special vinyl version released for Record Store Day. The album contains his greatest hits, including Gin and Juice, and Sensual Seduction. Many of Snoop’s fans online praised the move, saying they couldn’t wait to give it a pre-bedtime spin. The unusual bedtime album is available to stream on all music services now.
Present sparks a problem in Texas THINGS got a little heated at Christmas for a Texas family whose 12-year-old son decided to use a magnifying glass for something other than reading. Nissa-Lynn Parson, an interior designer, shared online how her family’s Christmas Day was “memorable to say the least” after her son, Cayden, used the magnifying glass he received as a present to light their front lawn on fire. “Cayden asked for a magnifying glass for Christmas,” Parson said in a video posted to Facebook. “We thought, ‘Oh, he wants to magnify something’. No, he wanted to see if he can make fire with it, and did.” Cayden’s father, Justin Parson, told Fox News that
when his son opened the magnifying glass he said: “Yay, magnifying glass!” “The other son in the background says, ‘Yay, now we can light stuff on fire’. And we’re like, ‘Oh dear’,” he told the channel. On Christmas morning, t h e t wo brothers went out to the garden and burnt a couple of holes in pieces of newspaper. However, after one of them dropped the now burning paper, the flame ended up spreading throughout the grass – scorching the lawn. Luckily, nobody was injured in the incident and the fire was extinguished quickly, before it could spread further.
RECYCLING centre workers in England were in for a surprise when they found nearly £20,000 cash in a box dropped off at the depot in Midsomer Norton. Investigators were later able to identify the car that had dropped off the box – along with several others – earlier in the day and contacted the people involved. Avon and Somerset police spoke with the owners of the vehicle and learned that they were cleaning out the home of a recently deceased relative. “Despite the fact they mentioned that the relative was known to hide money around the house in unusual places, they were aghast to hear the details of the find,” police said in a Facebook post. The money was turned over to the couple.
jailed for animal cruelty A MAN in the US has been sentenced to more than five months in jail for killing his dog, after claiming he was Jesus Christ. Police in Maryland said that Joseph Cryer pleaded guilty in late December to aggravated animal cruelty, after the accused hit his dog over the head with a hammer until it died. Cryer told police that he was Jesus Christ, and that he was sending his dog to heaven, and that the dog was happy that he was in heaven with his brother. The man had already served 104 days in jail before he received his sentence late last week.
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DUBLIN FOOD & DRINK
A GUIDE TO TEMPTING FARE
Fallon & Byrne shuts its FSA ordered three Dublin food outlets to close last December branch in Rathmines FALLON & BYRNE has announced the closure of its Rathmines branch, with immediate effect. The food hall, wine bar and restaurant, which was located in the Swan Centre in Rathmines, revealed the news to its staff on New Year’s Eve, with the establishment shutting for good on Thursday, January 2. The company released a statement online saying the closure was for financial reasons: “Unfortunately,
the location was loss-making and, while the decision was a very difficult one, we believe that acting decisively is what’s best for the business overall.” The store, which opened in 2017, was the biggest of the group’s three outlets, at almost 10,000sq ft. According to the chain, the closure will not affect its branches on Exchequer Street in the city centre, and at Park Road, Dun Laoghaire.
THREE food establishments in Dublin were forced to close in December due to safety concerns. All three were issued with closure orders by the Food Safety Authority (FSA), but have since reopened. Circle K Service Station at Belgard Road, Tallaght was issued with a closure
order on December 6, but the order was lifted on December 9. Beef and Lobster at Parliament Street, Dublin 2, was closed on December 11, but the closure order was lifted on December 12. Finally, The Carrot’s Tail at Lower Rathmines Road was issued with a closure order on Decem-
ber 17, but the order was lifted three days later. In total, six food businesses were forced to close in Ireland in December. It is currently unknown at the time of writing why the businesses were forced to close, with the FSA’s reasons for their closure expected to be revealed imminently.
The KFC Vegan Burger
Just Eat and KFC team up for burger
Get ready for a year in which (clockwise from top left) pancakes, Nashville hot chicken, Korean cuisine and cauliflower could become a bigger part of Dubliners’ diets
Tuck into Yelp’s insights on the top food trends to note for 2020 GARY IBBOTSON
AS WITH all trends, food fads come and go. From designer donuts to artisan burgers, Dublin’s food scene has been evolving in the past few years. In an attempt to predict what’s going to gain popularity this year, review website Yelp has conducted some research to find what food item – or style – is due to make a splash in 2020.
Here are the potential trends that came out on top ...
risen to 156.2% in the past year alone.
appearing on chicken-centric restaurants soon.
Elevated breakfast Hearty and colourful breakfasts have been making waves over the past couple of years and, this year, it’s looking like that’ll continue. An ‘elevated breakfast’ has come out as a top trend and includes souffle pancakes as well as cinnamon swirl pancakes. Reviews for both dishes have
Nashville hot chicken Chicken wings and fried chicken are consistently popular among Dubliners and this year Yelp predicts that Nashville hot chicken will be sizzling our taste-buds. Deep-fried, hot and spicy, it certainly has all the ingredients to be a hit in the coming year, so expect it to see it
Healthy-swap comfort food Tuck into cauliflower pizza, cauliflower mash, cheesy cauliflower, etc. Yes, cauliflower is the healthy alternative for 2020, according to Yelp. Searches for the white root vegetable have risen over the past year, with many people looking for a comforting meal but without the added calories.
Korean cuisine Korean cuisine and Korean BBQ fare became big in 2019 and it looks like they’re not going anywhere in 2020. With Dubs showing an ever greater appetite for delicious foreign fare, dishes such as tteok-bokki (Korean fried rice cakes), sundubu-jjigae (tofu stew) and kimchi, should encourage more and more Korean restaurants to pop up over the coming year.
JUST Eat has confirmed it has partnered with KFC to deliver the first-ever KFC Vegan Burger. It’s now available to order on the Just Eat app. Exclusive to Just Eat customers for January, the vegan offering is based on KFC’s Chicken Fillet burger, consisting of the same herbs and spices while the usual chicken breast is replaced with a bespoke Quorn fillet. The burger is served with vegan mayonnaise and iceberg lettuce, all within a soft-glazed bun. Speaking on the announcement, Amanda Roche Kelly, managing director at Just Eat Ireland, said: “Innovations like this one from KFC are changing the food game, so we’re thrilled to be exclusively delivering this great-tasting, original recipe vegan burger to homes and offices right across Ireland.” Ira Dubinsky, innovation director at KFC UK and Ireland, added: “We’ve worked hard to perfect the flavour and make a vegan burger the [KFC] Colonel would be proud of. “It’s the flavour of KFC, just with zero chicken.”
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PLANT YOURSELF IN A COSY ENVIRONMENT
Oliver Bonas
DUBLIN STYLE
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Argos Home
Oliver Bonas Iro Collection
DFS Iconica Chord Three Seater
BOTANICAL Bliss A NEW YEAR can be a new opportunity to breathe new life into a room. Botanicals and all things floral inspired are the vibe going into 2020,
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Winter Winner EZ LIVING FURNITURE will be running their “Winter Winner” campaign for the month of January where they are giving their customers a chance to win their furniture for free with over €8,000 worth of prizes! Guidelines for the Winter Winner Campaign: • Customers must fill out an application form. • Each week a winner will be chosen from each of
our stores (including our website) and they will receive a €50 voucher. • From this original draw above the 14 weekly winners will go forward to a draw where one of the 14 €50 winners will be chosen and they will receive an extra €100 voucher. This person will then go forward to the final draw at the end of the Winter Sale. They are
now in with a chance of winning a minimum of a €500 voucher or the overall prize of a €2,000 voucher. • Chosen winners must participate in promotional video and photography for social media to claim their prize. The Winter Winner Campaign is exclusive to the following EZ Living Furniture stores in Dublin, and online at
EZLivingFurniture.ie: • Blanchardstown – Unit 403, Blanchardstown Retail Park, Blanchardstown Centre • Swords – Unit 9, Airside Retail Park, Swords • Fonthill – Unit 3, Fonthill Retail Park, Fonthill Rd • Tallaght – Unit 4, Tallaght Retail Centre, Abberley Square, Tallaght • Naas Road – 12 Nangor Rd, Drimnagh, Dublin 12
with many high street stores hopping on the naturistic trend. Think palm leaf inspired prints, the introduction of fake (and real!) plants into living spaces, and the
beauty of incorporating the outdoors into a bright, airy space in the home. Retailers such as Argos and the newly opened Oliver Bonas on Exchequer Street are fully embrac-
ing the trends in their new offerings this spring. If you love all things beautiful and botanic and are in the market for a room revamp, take a look at our fave bits on offer.
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CHECK OUT WHAT IS
Something for Bowie fans of all ages at a fun festival THIS week sees the third instalment of the Dublin Bowie festival taking place in venues across the capital, with something for everyone on offer at the fourday event. Following on from two successful years, the Dublin Bowie Festival pays tribute to all things Bowie that you could imagine. From his illustrious musical career, to his turn in acting, even discussions of sexuality and gender all appear on the line-up of this week’s events. T h e fe s t iva l this year celebrates 50 years of ‘the man who sold the world’, with particular focus being paid to the anniversary of the legendary album. Highlights of the festival include a gig from Rebel Rebel at The Academy, a screening of the iconic Bowie film Labyrinth at The Lighthouse Cinema, and a drag show – The Woman Who
Sold The World – at The George on January 10. Saturday, January 11 sees the festival continue with a Bowie Brunch at The Church Bar and Restaurant, a family-friendly event in the form of a reading of the children’s book, Heroes – Little People Big Dreams at Hodges Figgis, Holy Holy playing The Olympia Theatre, and a LGBT+ club night, Holy Mother, at Lost Lane. Festivities continue into January 12, the last day of the festival, with An Audience with Tony Visconti and Woody Woodmansey at the Royal College of Surgeons, Between The Eyes of Bowie – a live conversation with Bowie’s lifelong friend Sarah-Rena Hine at the 5 Lamps Brewery, and an iconic festival closing party at Whelan’s. For further info on the Dublin Bowie Festival, see dublinbowiefestival.ie.
Soulé: Urban Pop Set to Take Off in 2020 FOR those in the know, London-born Balbriggan native Soulé - Samantha Kay to her parents - has been threatening to become a very major artist for sometime. Hit single ‘Love Tonight’, launched early last year, has millions of streams and is a regular on almost every major Irish radio station. She’s appeared at the 3Arena and her social media does serious numbers. Perhaps most of all, though, her song appeared alongside every Love Island episode for a huge chunk of last summer, gathering hours of prime time play as part of a fashion advert. “The Love Island placement really did a lot for me,” she remembers. “It was on every ad break for two or three months, and it definitely boosted the track. People were hearing it, but a lot of people assumed it was an American artist. I thought it was amazing. It doubled the number of streams, with radio boosting it too.” “The dream was to have
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the song actually on Love Island, but that would be once. To have it on an ad every ad break was much better. At first it was cringey, but after a while I just got so excited about it, with the tweets going crazy all the time.” Soulé might be flying now, but she finds some of her roots in the local Foroige club, where she spent a lot of her time collaborating with Farah Elle, who has also gone on to be something of a local rising star. “We were in Foroige Balbriggan, there wasn’t a sort of music thing that they had, and my friends and I were very into that kind of thing, drums, guitar, dancing, singing,” Soulé recalls. “Our mentor there was an Irish rapper called Messiah J, an amazing guy, and he gave us loads of advice on recording, stuff like that.
“They got in Mac computers and we’d sit in and do lessons on how to record on a program called Garage Band. We got gigs, too, as they learnt how much we loved music and started bringing it in as part of what they did. “I really got my first experience of doing gigs really young as part of Foroige. I’m not sure I even processed what I was doing, but I’m very grateful. I learnt a lot about collaboration, about being a musician, and about getting on stage. It was an amazing experience.” Yet to launch an album, but expected to make a huge impact when she does, Soulé is mostly enjoying the ride at the moment. “It’s the craziest thing for me,” she says. “Being independent and being able to reach these numbers, I never expected it to happen. When I started in 2016 with stuff like ‘Love No More’, it was a really big thing to break 5,000 streams. “To be on seven figures now just seems so far
fetched, as an independent Irish artist. I never processed it in my head until someone said it recently, but it adds up to every person in Ireland. “It’s not about the numbers, of course, but it is something that keeps me going, the idea that people are listening and love my music. It’s why I look at those numbers and shout them out on my social media.” “I love adding different sounds and different people into my stuff, or my genre into their stuff. It’s great when completely different styles of artists can come together and make things work. It’s been a great part of my journey, and then there’s the friendship, too. It’s really important.” It might be a little while before Soulé moves past her infectious, hook-laden singles, but watch this space. Soulé has been widely earmarked as likely to be one of the key rising Irish artists of 2020. She recently played the 2FM Christmas Ball at the 3Arena.
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WELL WORTH A LISTEN AND A LOOK
DUBLIN ENTERTAINMENT Some of the main winners at the 2020 Golden Globes BEST FILM – DRAMA Winner: 1917 The Irishman Joker Marriage Story The Two Popes BEST ACTRESS IN A FILM – DRAMA Winner: Renee Zellweger, Judy Cynthia Erivo, Harriet Scarlett Johansson, Marriage Story Saoirse Ronan, Little Women Charlize Theron, Bombshell
It was a good night for Reg Dwight – AKA Elton John – with the beloved, bespectacled superstar winning Best Original Song – Motion Picture for ‘I’m Gonna Love Me Again’, from the hit biopic about him, ‘Rocketman’
Few surprises at this year’s Golden Globes AS THE first major awards ceremony of the year, this year’s Golden Globes held few surprises. While eyebrows may have been raised by some of the more, ah, interesting fashion choices on show on the night, the actual winners were a much more straightforward matter. Irish eyes flitted briefly to Saoirse Ronan, who was up for Best Actress – Drama with her role in Little Women (losing out to Renee Zellweger’s win for Judy), but that was the most high-profile directly Irish link to this year’s awards. Perhaps the most interesting aspect to the awards was the growing impact of streaming content, increasingly muscling in on awards. Like a slowly rising tide that’s hardly noticed, there were several nods at content which still currently sits in an uneasy halfway house between conventional cinema and TV content. And who better to embody this increasingly
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relevant form than Martin Scorsese? Marty’s latest, The Irishman, had nods in lots of categories, with the film’s cinema and streaming releases straddling market reach that’s incrementally reshaping how audiences can engage with viewing content. However, if there was an overall winner on the night, it was arguably Sam Mendez. Scooping wins for Best Picture – Drama, and Best Picture, his World War One epic, 1917, was facing down the Joker juggernaut, and critical darling The Irishman, yet still seized victory. That’s always the way with such awards ceremonies; there’s always an outside win that upsets the expected outcome. Still, there were few other surprises in a largely
conventional list of winners. For example, it could only have been Joaquin Phoenix picking up the Best Actor – Drama award for his bravura titular turn in Joker. Tarantino – the Quentin is superfluous at this stage – nabbed Best Screenplay for Once Upon a Time ... In Hollywood. The startling South Korean tale, Parasite, seemingly inevitably claimed Best Foreign Language Film. Chernobyl bulldozed its way to Best Limited Series, with its creeping horror on the small screen having transfixed audiences all around the world. It also nabbed a Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series win for Stellan Skarsgard. Finally, in the Expected Winners Wot Actually Won list – not yet an actual category, although it should be – Olivia Coleman nabbed Best Actress in a Drama Series for her role in The Crown. Buried deep in the
awards categories was a lone nod at Game of Thrones, with Kit Harington up for Best Actor in a Drama Series (losing to Brian Cox, for Succession), marking an ignoble awards whimper for the once allconquering show. There were plenty of other winners in other categories, of course (see panel, right), but overall few genuine surprises in this year’s winners’ list. Arch commentators might snidely comment that seeing Ricky Gervais back as the evening’s MC was the most unlikely event of the evening, given how dim his star has waned of late, but I’d never be so cruel, of course. As an early nod at the year’s full-blown awards ceremonies – such as a certain O***rs event looming on the horizon – it’ll be interesting to see if the 2020 Globes successes translate across to 2020’s other awards lists. For the full list of nominations and winners in all categories, see www.goldenglobes.com.
BEST ACTOR IN A FILM – DRAMA Winner: Joaquin Phoenix, Joker Christian Bale, Ford v Ferrari Antonio Banderas, Pain and Glory Adam Driver, Marriage Story Jonathan Pryce, The Two Popes BEST DIRECTOR – FILM Winner: Sam Mendes, 1917 Bong Joon Ho, Parasite Todd Phillips, Joker Martin Scorsese, The Irishman Quentin Tarantino, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood BEST SCREENPLAY – FILM Winner: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Marriage Story Parasite The Two Popes The Irishman BEST FILM – FOREIGN LANGUAGE Winner: Parasite The Farewell Les Misérables Pain and Glory Portrait of a Lady on Fire BEST TV SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY Winner: Fleabag Barry The Kominsky Method The Marvelous Mrs Maisel The Politician
BEST LIMITED SERIES OR TV FILM Winner: Chernobyl Catch-22 Fosse/Verdon The Loudest Voice Unbelievable BEST TV SERIES – DRAMA Winner: Succession Big Little Lies The Crown Killing Eve The Morning Show BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR IN A FILM Winner: Brad Pitt, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Tom Hanks, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood Anthony Hopkins, The Two Popes Al Pacino, The Irishman Joe Pesci, The Irishman BEST ACTOR IN A TV SERIES – DRAMA Winner: Brian Cox, Succession Kit Harington, Game of Thrones Rami Malek, Mr Robot Tobias Menzies, The Crown Billy Porter, Pose BEST ACTRESS IN A TV SERIES – DRAMA Winner: Olivia Colman, The Crown Jennifer Aniston, The Morning Show Jodie Comer, Killing Eve Nicole Kidman, Big Little Lies Reese Witherspoon, The Morning Show
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DUBLIN MOTORS
WHAT’S NEW IN THE WORLD OF TRANSPORT
With a great mix of power and comfort, as well as maximising its petrol-electric hybrid potential, Toyota’s Corolla Hybrid Hatchback is a great car to face your future driving needs with
Ready for a new motoring world FACT BOX
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THE all-new Toyota Corolla Hybrid Hatchback’s low bonnet, striking wide grille and distinctive headlamps give it a sleek profile, which is enhanced by sporty alloy wheels. B u i l t o n Toyo t a’s advanced new TNGA platform, the Corolla Hybrid Hatchback delivers a truly satisfying drive, while a rigid body and low centre of gravity come together to reduce body roll when cornering. Additionally, a double wishbone suspension absorbs shocks more effectively for a noticably smoother ride quality.
1) Striking new design 2) Petrol-electric hybrid 3) Five trim levels 4) Standard CVT transmission 5) Priced from just €26,390 (ex-delivery) It will come as no surprise then that the new Toyota Corolla has been voted the ‘Continental Tyres Irish Medium Car of the Year for 2020’. Five trim levels are available in the New Toyota Corolla Hybrid Hatchback – Aura, Luna, Luna Sport, Sol, and range-topping GR Sport. The only powertrain in the new Toyota Corolla
range is a petrol-electric Hybrid, which is now available in a choice of two capacities: a 1.8-litre with 122bhp, and a 2.0litre with 178bhp. While the 1.8-litre engine is available is all spec ification grades, the 2.0-litre is exclusively available in just Luna Sport and GR Sport grades. The fact that the new
Corolla Hatchback is a self-charging Hybrid, effectively means that there will be no cost to the driver when operating in full electric mode. With annual road tax from just €170, low maintenance costs, and regenerative braking helping tyres and brakes last longer, the new Corolla Hatchback Hybrid should prove itself to be an excellent financial proposition. Additionally, there is no clutch to wear out, due to the car’s standard electronically-controlled CVT (single-speed automatic) gearbox. My review car was a Corolla Hybrid Hatchback in Luna Sport specifica-
Skoda Ireland reflects on some key industry changes from the past year SKODA Ireland is looking to the future, with 2019 data underlining some trends that it, and other main manufacturers, reported across the industry last year. For Skoda, the total number of new cars sold in 2019 fell by 6.8%, to 117,031 units, but Skoda Ireland is projecting a slightly more optimistic result in 2020, with 120,000 passenger vehicle sales forecasted. According to Skoda Ireland, the biggest challenge for the industry
over the past three years were the 307,900 used imports that indirectly affected the new car market. However, with the introduction of the new government NOx tax from January 1, used imports will not be seen as quite as advantageous, with the new NOx tax expected to significantly affect the cost of many imported used vehicles. Looking back on 2019, the sale of electric vehicles increased nearly threefold, with 3,443 Battery Elec-
tric Vehicles (BEVs) delivered in 2019, compared to 1,233 in the same period for the previous year. The demand for BEVs will only increase in line with consumer awareness of climate change and new model introductions from various brands. With electric vehicle technologies still in development, petrol and diesel vehicles will likely account for 85% of new vehicle sales in the coming year.
tion, and it looked stunning in bi-tone Pearl Red and Night Sky Black pearlescent paint. While all trim levels in the Corolla range come well equipped, key Luna Sport features include 17” bi-tone black machinedfa ce 1 0 - s p o ke a l l oy wheels, rear privacy glass, rear-view camera, black rear spoiler, full bi-tone exterior look, bi-beam LED headlights, dual-zone climate control, and LED daytime running lights, along with many other standard features, and a comprehensive suite of safety features for ultimate driving confidence. Capable of sprinting from 0-100kmph in just
10.9-seconds, the Corolla Hybrid Hatchback can reach a top speed of 180kmph, and can return a fuel consumption figure as low as 3.3l/100km (up to 84mpg). The Corolla Hatchback has excellent space in the front for two adults, while passengers in the rear are provided with good head, elbow and legroom, too. My review car performed admirably well on a variety of road surfaces, with very little wind noise from around the door mirrors. At a steady motorway speed, the car’s engine tone is hardly noticable at all, while excellent driving dynamics ensure that
the car remains composed when faced with a twisty country road, too. Pricing for the new Toyota Corolla Saloon Hybrid starts at a very reasonable €26,390 (ex-delivery). While all Toyota vehicles are built to exceptional standards, a threeyear/100,000km warranty comes as standard. However, Hybrid vehicles have fewer parts that require servicing, and those that do are inherently durable to extend service intervals. Hybrid components within the drivetrain system have a fiveyear/100,000km warranty for peace-of-mind motoring.
A Skoda Vision – the company’s striking electric concept car, finished in Ultra Yellow
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TAKE A BREAK, AT HOME OR AWAY
DUBLIN TRAVEL
Some of the travel trends from 2019 AS A last look back at 2019, it’s interesting to note the changes and trends that emerged and developed over the past year. Online travel agent Click&Go has released its Travel Barometer for 2019, providing some great insights on the top travel trends and destinations for Irish consumers in the past year. In 2019, sales of sun holidays saw an overall increase of 7%, with the Algarve and Lanzarote remaining the top-selling destinations booked throughout the year. The top-five sun destinations in 2019 were the Algarve, Lanzarote, Costa del Sol, Tenerife and Gran Canaria, cementing their popularity with sun-starved Irish holidaymakers. However, city breaks were another popular choice for Irish consumers in 2019, with an overall increase of 15%. The top-five city break destinations were Rome, Prague, Krakow, Budapest, and Lisbon. The biggest growth for city breaks were Lisbon, which increased by 67%; Venice (up 58%); Vienna (up 55%) and Porto (up 15%). In 2019, sales of cruise holidays saw a 23% increase, with the most popular cruise destinations being Barcelona, Palma and Copenhagen. For 2019, Click&Go saw an overall increase of 11% in holiday bookings; camping holidays increased by 12%; and holidays in the USA and Canada increased by 5%.
A new list of EU-wide holiday destinations has pegged Madrid (above), Lisbon (upper right) and Athens (right) as the most affordable, offering value for money and great features
Find an early 2020 holiday that needn’t break the bank SHANE DILLON
Travel Editor FEELING more than a bit broke after all those Christmas and New Year celebrations? Well, you and me both – at this time of year, most of us can feel like our funds have packed their bags and gone on holiday, leaving moths fluttering around in their wake. Well, not to worry – even the most cash-strapped of us can still look ahead to some affordable holidays, with a new list (by UK credit experts TotallyMoney) showing some of Europe’s most affordable destinations. Pulling in data from a wide variety of sources, the list considered factors such as the cost of accommodation, flights, eating out, average temperatures, and the number of free tours on offer, giving each city a score out of ten. If you’re thinking of an early 2020 getaway this New Year, this list could help save you time and money.
There were some interesting results from the list, with the results pegging marvellous Madrid as Europe’s best holiday destination, with an overall score of 7.6. Istanbul ranked highest for eating on a budget, scoring an impressive 8.1. A little further afield, and Russia had two of the highest-ranking cities in Europe (with St Petersburg and Moscow), respectively scoring 7.8 and 7.7 for eating out and drinking costs. Unsurprisingly, Scandinavian cities dropped to the bottom of the list for affordability, with Oslo only scoring a lowly 2.7 due to costly day-to-day expenditure Going back to the best-value destinations, Madrid topped the list with ease. Spain’s capital is often overlooked in favour of her second city, Barcelona; however, Madrid is increasingly getting more and more attention, due to its cheap flights, soaring temperatures, and affordable wining and dining.
Madrid also benefits from the country’s rich and fascinating past, boasting beautiful palaces, museums, and the gorgeous El Retiro Park. Coming in at second place is Lisbon, with its treasures and attractions drawing more and more interest from tourists looking to see more of Portugal’s culture. While Portugal has a well-deserved reputation for the sandy beaches and golf courses of the Algarve, the colourful hillside harbour city of Lisbon will wow.
Popular The city has become increasingly popular thanks to its hot climate, affordable accommodation, and unintimidating size, which makes it incredibly walkable. The Portuguese capital is also a food and drink hotspot, with pasteis de nata (custard tarts) its culinary signature dish. Claiming a very respectable third place on the list is the capital of Greece,
Athens. The Greek capital offers high average daily temperatures (18.5C), great hotel prices (€40 per night), and affordable wine (€7 per bottle). You can immerse yourself in the history of the birthplace of democracy at The Acropolis, see an ancient Greek play at The theatre of Dionysus, and visit the roaring epicentre of classical Europe at the hustling markets of The Monastiraki If you’re looking for an affordable foodie break, Eastern European countries are hard to beat, offering a delectable mix of rich culture – and cheap grub – that are easy on the pocket and the palate, too. For example, Istanbul (formerly Constantinople) in Turkey is a culinary capital. With a healthy selection of restaurants, you can sample the full array of Turkish cuisine — at a low cost, too. In fact, Istanbul boasts the most affordable food in the continent, costing
you just under €6 a day. And, picking a drink to match your meal won’t cost much either, with wine averaging at just €6 per bottle. So, whether you want to eat, drink and relax, or enjoy the fast-paced markets at the Grand Bazaar and the nightlife at Taksim Square, there’s something for everyone. That’s just one of the tempting cities to visit – you won’t go wrong with a trip to Kiev, Ukraine; St Petersburg or Moscow, Russia; or Prague, in the Czech Republic. While Prague is a destination that’s a little more familiar to Irish holidaymakers, this group of cities are all largely similar in terms of offering greatvalue breaks in cities that are overflowing with history and culture, as well as some superb dining experiences that are surprisingly affordable. As with any city, these destinations have their fair share of high-end eateries that serve up some eye-watering prices, but
you’ll also find a vast range of superb restaurants and dining options that are very affordable. At the other end of the scale, Scandinavian cities still have an awful lot to offer — but at a high cost. The notorious costs of the beautiful Scandinavian cities and countries have unfortunately not improved, with a hefty chunk of change still needed to get the most from the lovely countries (which can sting with often high costs) Oslo and Copenhagen plummet to the bottom of the table for cheap eating. The Danish capital will set you back about €49 for daily dining, while The Tiger City (Oslo) will charge you €7 for a pint and more than €15 for a bottle of wine. Irish holidaymakers often rave about these great cities, but look set to rant about their costs for some time yet. For more on the list of rankings, see https:// www.totallymoney. com/exploring-europe/.
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DUBLIN SENIORS Home Support Service for Older People THE HSE Home Support Service (formerly called the Home Help Service or Home Care Package Scheme) aims to support older people to remain in their own homes for as long as possible and to support informal carers. The Home Support Service provides you with support for everyday tasks including: • getting in and out of bed • dressing and undressing • personal care such as showering and shaving The support you will receive depends on your individual needs. These supports will be provided by the HSE or by an external provider, approved by the HSE. Costs The Home Support Service is free. You do not need a medical card to apply and your income will not be assessed. However, if you arrange additional home supports, over and above the level funded by the HSE, you will have to pay for these. Who can apply? The Home Support Service is available to people aged 65 or over who may need support to continue living at home or to return home following a hospital stay. Sometimes exceptions are made for people younger than 65 who may need support. For example, people with early onset dementia or a disability. Read more about how to apply for a Home Support Service Read the Home Support Service for Older People Information Booklet Consumer Directed Home Support Consumer Directed Home Support (CDHS) is another way your home support can be delivered by an Approved Provider. If you are approved for a Home Support Service and HSE staff are not available to deliver the service, then a provider who has been approved by the HSE, will deliver the home support to you. You will deal directly with the HSE Approved Provider(s) of your choice to arrange days and times of services that meet your essential care needs. These will be identified during your care needs assessment. You can choose to be considered for CDHS when you are completing your application form. If you apply for, and are approved for CDHS, after your care needs assessment, you will receive a letter from the HSE approving a weekly amount of funding. You can use this to arrange home support from the approved providers you choose. Further information on CDHS is available in the Home Support Service for Older People Information Booklet.
This week, we look at Home Support Service for Older People, Volunteering and making sense of your cholesterol
Making sense of your cholesterol CHOLESTEROL is a fatty substance which is essential for a healthy nervous system, good digestion and the production of hormones. Your body produces cholesterol and you also get it from your diet, but too much cholesterol in your blood can be dangerous as it builds up on the walls of your blood vessels and leads to narrowing or hardening of the arteries. There are two main forms of cholesterol: • LDL cholesterol (low density lipoprotein) - known as ‘bad’ cholesterol • HDL cholesterol (high density lipoproteins) known as ‘good’ cholesterol. Bad cholesterol This attaches to the wall of the arteries and causes narrowing, which may contribute to angina, heart attack or stroke. Good cholesterol This cholesterol collects extra, unwanted cholesterol and carries it to the liver where it can be broken down. High cholesterol There are no symptoms to indicate if you have high cholesterol, but a simple blood test at your doctor’s surgery will show your overall level of cholesterol. Depending on the results
of this test, your doctor may arrange for you to have a further test that will breakdown the HDL (good) cholesterol from the LDL (bad) and it may be necessary to fast before this test. Check with your doctor. Remember, one raised reading does not mean you have high cholesterol, as levels may vary from day to day. Causes of high cholesterol Many factors contribute to high cholesterol. These include: • Not taking enough regular exercise • Too much fat in the diet • Being overweight • Family history of the condition. Treatment for high cholesterol Simple lifestyle changes may help lower cholesterol levels, including: • Diet – your doctor may refer you to a dietician • Exercise – decreases ‘bad’ cholesterol and increases ‘good’ cholesterol • Weight loss –healthy eating and exercise will help control your weight • Medication – your doctor may prescribe drug treatment. Irish Heart Foundation www.irishheart.ie
VOLUNTEER WITH FRIENDS OF THE ELDERLY THERE are many opportunities to volunteer with Friends of the Elderly, depending on the amount of time you can commit to and the type of volunteering you are interested in. Their mission is to bring friendship and companionship to lonely and isolated older people, so if you would like to meet new older friends you can volunteer as a Visiting Volunteer or at one of their social events. Opportunities also exist for volunteers to share their skills, talents and expertise with our organisation in other areas – marketing, social media, filming, office work and fundraising. Their future depends on continual and increased involvement of dedicated volunteers. Whether you are available for a few
hours a week, a month or a year, you can make a difference! Types of Volunteer Opportunities at Friends of the Elderly. • Visiting Volunteer: Visit an older friend for half-an-hour once a week. • Social Club Volunteer: Volunteer at their social club for 2 hours per week. All clubs take place at 25 Bolton Street, Dublin 1. • Friendly Call Volunteer: Volunteer on the Friendly Call line for 2 hours per week, also at Bolton Street • Social Events/Day Trips: Volunteer occasionally and help out at one of their events or day trips. • Friendly Helper: Be an “on-call volunteer” to help with urgent members’ needs, bring
them to the hospital or taking them shopping. • Charity Shop: Volunteer 3 hours per week in our Charity shop Ritzy Rags based at 25 Bolton Street • Office Volunteer: Need a flexible volunteer role, help in the office or fundraising Drivers: Transport is a big problem for some older people, you could help bring older members to events or parties. Must hold a valid driver’s license, NCT & insurance. Friends of the Elderly are constantly looking for new volunteer opportunities to bring friendship and companionship to their older friends and the roles available may vary from those listed above. Please contact: info@friendsoftheelderly.ie Telephone: 01-8731855.
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quest for AIB All-Ireland Senior Football silverware, ended in heartbreak as Down’s Kilcoo booked their place in a first-ever All-Ireland decider, thanks to a three-point win in Cavan on Saturday. It was a rough end to the campaign for the Dublin and Leinster champions despite showing their trademark characteristics.
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Osgar starts big year with indoor title sport@dublingazette.com
DONNYBROOK’S Osgar Ó hOisín landed his fourth men’s Shared Access national indoor senior championship last weekend following a final walkover against Mullingar’s Ammar Elamin. Ó hOisín swept through the early stages of the competition, not conceding a game in his 6-0, 6-0 win over Mark Griffin in the second round. He was pushed harder in the quarterfinal by Daniel O’Neill but prevailed 6-3, 6-3 before securing yet another straight sets win in the semi-final against Peter Corrie, 6-1, 6-3. It set up the final date with Elamin but he duly found out half an hour before the final his opponent was not fit to play due to a shoulder injury. It meant the 23-year-old picked up the title for a third successive year, kickstarting a big 2020 on the front foot as he embarks on life on the professional circuit following four years
at the University of Wisconsin. He will depart for Mexico next week for three ITF Futures events with the first of them in Cancun. Speaking after the final, ó hOisín said: “I was very satisfied with the way I had played in the tournament so it was disappointing for me that Ammar was unable to play in the final. “I was out on court warming up when Ammar came over to me and gave me the news about his physical condition. “But still it’s very encouraging to win the indoors four times and it sets me up nicely for the start of my professional career in a few weeks since graduating. “I am really looking forward to playing on the pro tour and it’s an additional boost that other Irish players such as Simon Carr and Julian Bradley will be playing in the same Mexican tournaments as myself.” Ó hOisín, playing with David Gar-
Tennis Ireland President Shane Cooke presents Osgar O hOisin with his prize for winning the national indoor championships.
diner, was denied a double by Matthew Earle and Conor Gannon in the doubles final 7-5, 7-6. In the women’s competition, Castleknock’s Caragh Courtney reached the final. She saw off Breda Brennan in round two and Kate Gardiner – both in three sets – in the early rounds before winning against Glas-
nevin’s Sol O’Lideadha 6-1, 7-6. Third seed Karola Bejenaru, however, prevailed in the final 6-4, 6-4 with Belfast-based Romanian travelling up and down to Dublin for each round of the competition. The women’s doubles final was won by second seeds Tanya Murtagh and Grainne O’Neill 7-6, 6-1.
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LUCAN SARSFIELDS BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S HARD done WELL luck to toour thesenior Juniorfootballers A la on their loss at the weekend and best of luck to Kilcoo in the All Ireland Final. Well done to the players and management on a great year. Our Christmas Tree Collection is this Saturday 11th of Jan. Text your name and address to 0879312851 and recycle for €7. Boden News is back and we are looking for all your reports, baby photos and wedding photos. Deadline is the 11th of Jan - send everything to pro@ballyboden.ie.
LUCAN SARSFIELDS AS WE LOOK forward to a new decade, here are some notable Lucan Sarsfields events: 130 years ago, Canon William Donegan, was elected president of the club. 70 years ago, Lucan U14 win South Dublin Football League. 57 years ago, ‘Nuacht na Sarsealaigh’ first published. 55 years ago, Lucan win Intermediate B Camogie League and Championship Double. 50 Years ago, Lucan Sarsfields were evicted from the grounds at Ballydowd! 45 years ago, Lucan wins the Dublin Junior A hurling league. 35 years ago, the club had 450 juveniles and 180 adults, 30 years ago, the first club bar opened. 25 years ago, Lucan Sarsfields achieved the intermediate football league and championship double. 20 years ago, Lucan were the Dublin Division 1 Football Feile champions. 15 years ago, Lucan FOLLOWING defeat to were theOminor hurling Naomh champions. 10 years ago, the Official Opening of the All-Weather Pitch and Lucan U21 Footballers and Minor Camogie both win the Dublin Championship. Congratulations to Lucan’s Camogie Dub Stars, Claire Rigney and Aoife McKearney who took on a Dublin Senior Selection including Emma Flanagan and Mairi Moynihan on Sunday 29th December Annual Hurling Quiz 2020. This will take place on Friday 31st January from 8pm. Entry cost for a team of four is €40, Raffle on the night with prizes galore. Volunteers Night takes place on Saturday 18th
January. Now is the time to renew Membership for 2020. Download the new Clubforce Mobile App by clicking the appropriate link. This GDPR compliant app allows you to renew your membership, including spreading the payment over six months. You can also use the app to purchase entries to the club lotto and tickets for other events that the Club may run. January Special Offer: Wear your GAA jersey on the Croke Park Stadium Tour this January and get your tour ticket half price! Adults, children, seniors, students and families can avail of this fantastic offer when they proudly sport their GAA club, county or Kellogg’s Cúl Camp jerseys. For more information visit www.crokepark.ie/jerseyjanuary. Lotto: There was no winner of the €19,000 Lotto on 2 January. The numbers drawn were 5, 9, 17 and 24. The Lotto Jackpot of €19,400 to be held on January 9th will be run by Frank Fleming and sponsored by O’Gradys Hearing Care Services. Lucky Dip winners (€30) Mary Cloherty, Michael Bowler, Karen Brodie, James Casey and Cian Fleming. Play Online via the website, or tickets can be purchased at the Club, Kenny’s of Lucan or Vesey Arms. The Club Shop reopens on 11 January 2020. Opening hours: Thursdays 7:30-8.30pm and Saturdays 10:30am-1:30pm. The Lucan Credit Union Academy will return on 11 January, 9.30am for girls, 10am for boys.
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Robert Goggins with his books celebrating Shamrock Rovers’ history. Picture: George Kelly
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THE NIGHT of November 2, 2019 will live long in infamy for Shamrock Rovers fans as thousands celebrated the club’s historic achievement of 25 FAI Cup wins. For one fan, the celebrations didn’t continue for long at the Aviva Stadium. Shortly after the festivities died down at Lansdowne Road, Robert Goggins was on the way home to begin work on the conclusion to a 21-year project to mark the Hoops’ storied cup history. When he began work on She Wore a Green
Ribbon in 1998, with the club amid their longestever cup drought of 11 years, he could scarcely have believed another 21 would tick by before finishing. He had already released on book on Rovers’ history with former board member Paul Doolan, and he managed to add three more while waiting to conclude the new release. The plan was always to release the book to coincide with Rovers’ 25th FAI Cup win but, as the text got a little longer every year, Cup final defeats in 2002 and 2010 only prolonged the agony. But when Gary O’Neill hit the back of the net to seal a penalty shoot-out win for Stephen Bradley’s
side against one of the all-time greatest Dundalk teams, Goggins could finally see an end in sight. “I went straight home straight after the match,” Goggins told Dublin Gazette. “I came home about eight o’clock and just started straight away to update it. “I contacted the printer and the graphics designers the next day and everything moved very quickly. “It was a great relief to have finally signed off on the book because there was still an awful lot of work to be done on it even though I had been working on it for 20 years.” Whatever relief Goggins the author felt was
nothing compared with that of Goggins the fan, who had waited decades to see their side reach such heights again. Rovers’ last cup win, symbolically, had come in 1987 – the zenith of the four-in-a-row side, but also the year Glenmalure Park was sold from under them by owners the Kilcoynes. That remains the era Goggins - who says “I’ve done most of Rovers’ history at this point remembers most fondly, a time when Rovers’ tag of ‘cup specialists’ was one to be feared. “I’ve always had a special interest in the FAI Cup competition, and it always meant a lot to me to see Shamrock Rovers
doing well in it. “Winning the three cups from 1985-1987, they were three great years and to do the double in those three years. We had a great team. “Unfortunately, it was sullied by the last year when we discovered coming up to the cup final that Milltown was to be sold for redevelopment. “I wouldn’t let that take from it because I’ve got great memories from that four-in-a-row era and I’d have known the players personally.” ** She Wore a Green Ribbon is available in the Rovers club shop at Tallaght Stadium or in store and online via Bermingham Cameras, Burgh Quay.
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Maynooth University and St Mochta’s locking horns. Picture: Martin Doherty
MAYNOOTH University Town shared the spoils with St Mochta’s 1-1 to remain in fourth place in the LSL Sunday Senior division after a lively tie at Porterstown. Maynooth got off to a dream start when a mazy run from Cillian Duffy was inadvertently turned into his own net by the vastly experienced centre-half Alan Byrne. The visitors had the better of the opening period and went close once more as Jake Corrigan struck a shot past Craig Hyland’s post. The Saints hit back in the ninth minute,
somewhat against the run of play, as a superb Karl Somers delivery was glanced home by the head of former Shamrock Rovers striker Gareth McCaffrey. And that was how it remained despite Niall Lanigan was shown a straight red card for Maynooth in the dying minutes for a bad tackle. It proved too late in the game for a tired Mochta’s side to capitalise. Mochta’s dropped off top spot in the division as a resul with Malahide United taking advantage while Maynooth are five points back.
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DBS EANNA were undone by Garvey’s Tralee Warriors on Saturday night in Kerry, dropping them back in the tight-knit tussle at the top of the men’s Super League. The result from this highlyanticipated showdown saw them drop three points back from the Warriors and Belfast Star. The game had added spice in that the two sides will also meet next Saturday afternoon in the Hula Hoops Cup semi finals in Cork. Warriors stormed out of the gates off the back of a great offensive performance from Andre Berry, who finished the game out with 23 points. The solid offensive rebounding of Berry and Kieran Donaghy saw Éanna struggling to get a hold in the game, and Warriors had a solid lead at the half, 51-33. The Ballyroan side dug deep in
the third though, and with Stefan Zecevic leading the charge, they battled back with some key three pointers. Paul Dick and Jonathan Lawton were on hand to reply at the other end for Warriors though and despite Berry being in foul trouble, the hosts led 65-50 going into the last quarter. Éanna were not going down without a fight though, and they mounted the pressure on Warriors in the closing period. The combination of Paris Ballinger and Mark Reynolds began to pay dividends, as they produced some key stops and scores to see Éanna into their first lead of the game with four minutes to play. Again, it was Dick who was on hand to take the momentum away from the visitors with a deep three-pointer, leaving Éanna chasing once again. They just couldn’t convert their chances down the stretch though and Warriors just pipped the win under immense pressure, 80-77.
Elsewhere, Abbey Seals Dublin Lions hosted Griffith College Templeogue in a big Dublin derby game in Clondalkin. A closely contested first half saw Templeogue hold a four-point lead 28-32 with Lorcan Murphy leading the way for the visitors. Momentum stayed with Templeogue in the second half with an explosive third quarter to see them into a 44-61 lead. Lions attempted to battle back through stand out displays from Finn Hughes and Jarrett Gray but the damage had already been done and the visitors pushed on to win 59-76 in the end. Speaking afterwards, GCT head coach Mark Keenan stated: “We were really happy to come away with the win tonight. “Lions pushed us very hard in the first half, but I was really pleased with the way we came out in the third quarter and opened up the game. “Our defence triggered our offence in that third quarter.”
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S H A M RO C K Rove r s agreed terms with Glenavon to sign Rhys Marshall with the right-back joining up with the Hoops this week for preseason training. Marshall has been a star performer and player of the year at Glenavon, playing most recently in central midfield. He had been actively
seeking a move into a fulltime football career at the end of his current contract in May with Rovers. Head Coach Stephen Bradley said of his arrival: “Rhys fits what we do here and he has lots of good attributes. “He’s young, hungry and he’s played a lot of games for someone so young. We have watched him for quite some time and obviously made contact with the club to see if a deal could
be done and thankfully it could be. “I’m delighted to get him in. He was really keen as soon as we met him to make it happen. He can’t wait to get started and we’re looking forward to getting him in. “He can play in a number of positions – right back, centre back, centre midfield and I’ve seen him play left-back as well. That’s something we look at when we’re signing
players. He strengthens us as a team and a squad so it was a no brainer.” Marshall has been at Mourneview Park since he was a youngster, helping Glenavon to Irish Cup wins in 2014 and 2016. The highly-rated fullback, who turns 25 in a couple of weeks, has been a key figure for Gary Hamilton’s side with his ability to play in a range of positions, racking up 225 league appearances.
DBS Eanna’s Joshua Gray tries to escape the clutches of Paul Dick. Picture: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile
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ST PATRICK’S, PALMERSTOWN ST PATRICK’S GAA in association with Operation Transformation invites you to join in our weekly walks in Glenaulin Park, starting this Thursday 9 January. Meeting at the Clubhouse for a 7.30 pm start. This is a community event, open to everyone. All are welcome. Thanks to everyone who supported the Paul Hegarty memorial match on the Saturday after Christmas. The match itself was very enjoyable with a large number of players past and present turning out. We had a big support too on the day, with €850 raised for cancer research. Membership for 2020 is now due. The easiest way is to pay on on-line at www.stpatricksgaa.ie New members are very welcome to join and participate in club activities. GAA National Draw tickets are still on sale and available from team mentors. Training for all teams is now resuming. We are always looking for new players for all teams – adult and juvenile. Contact information available on our website. The numbers in the Lotto draw this week were 3, 12, 27 and 28. There was no jackpot winner. We had one match 3 winner – Andy Kennedy who won €200. The jackpot next week will be €8,800. The draw takes place on Sunday night in the Palmerstown House at 10pm. Tickets available online, and from SuperValu, Palmerstown House, and Manor Hair Studios. Many thanks to all our ticket sellers and supporters. This is an important fundraiser and your support is appreciated.
St Pat’s Golden Oldies took home the Paul Hegarty Cup from their annual challenge match. Donations were made to the Irish Cancer Society as part of the event.
THOMAS DAVIS LOTTO Numbers 6 ,12 ,20 & 24 . Not won. Next Week’s jackpot €1,500. Tickets are now available for the Double Up Draw. Tickets €20 each available from Kevin Lydon 087 633 8227 or all Team Mentors. Tickets also available at the Club Bar. Members are asked to support this important Fund Raising Venture. Draw will take place on Friday 17th January 2020. Academy and Camogie Training will resume early in early 2020. Operation Transformation 2020.It will be similar enough to last year but new coaches and special guest speakers for 2020. All will be finalized over the coming days, we hope to have the new schedule finalized this week. Weekly weigh in are optional for all followers but included in the package. €70 for 8 weeks. Weekly passes will be available also for €10. OPEN TO ALL THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. Many thanks to Ronan Driver Cronkeerin Construction for once again kindly sponsoring this years Operation Transformation. We’d like to wish our incoming executive
committee all the best for 2020. Many thanks to the outgoing committee for all their hard work over the last number of years. 2020 Executive Committee: Chairperson Liam McGuigan; Vice Chairperson David Kennedy; Secretary Jonathan Jackson; Asst Sec Brendan Horan; Treasurer Kevin Lydon; Asst Treasurer Aideen O’Hara; Registrar Dan Walsh; PRO Colin Brown; Players Rep Kevin Ward; Childrens Officer Jackie Blanchfield; Irish Language Rep TBC; Ordinary Members: Dave Griffin, Paul Nugent and John Sheridan. Well done to Fionn Murray, Ste OB, Conor Guilfoyle and Adam Waddick who played for Dublin Under 20 Football Team who were defeated by Meath. Next up is Kildare in Newbridge next Saturday. Congratulations to Davy Keogh and the Dublin Senior Hurling Team who registered a comprehensive victory over Carlow and now play Laois in Parnell Park on Thursday night at 7.45pm.
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THE Dublin senior selection won a festive, uptempo challenge against the Dublin Camogie Stars of the 2019 championship just before the turn of the year at Abbotstown. T h e m i l d -we a t h e r made for a lively affair to shake off the cobwebs and look forward to the new year with gusto with the pick of the club season facing a county squad overseen by new manager John Treacy. A f t e r a t e n t a t ive start, the Stars Caragh Dawson, from St Jude’s, opened the scoring before Cuala’s Sinead Wylde evened things up. Na Fianna’s Roisin Baker hit the upright for Dublin soon after but Plunkett’s Gaby Couch pounced to drive the sliotar into the net for the game’s only goal. Their side was forced to defend stoutly, only conceding to a Beth Whyte drive over the bar. Jude’s Aoife Walsh, C a s t l e k n o c k ’s Ao i fe Whelan, Naomh Mearnog’s Laura Twomey and Wylde augmented their lead while a penalty was missed as Dublin looked set to race clear with Whyte getting a second reply. Jody Couch did surface with a free to keep the Stars in the game at 0-4 to 1-7 down at half-time. It laid the foundations for a spectacular second half. Baker did add another to the Dublin tally but the Stars matched them point for point with Whyte cracking over her third score. Leah Butler, another from Jude’s, retaliated with a mighty thump of the sliotar over the bar only for Niamh Gannon
Dublin’s senior selection, above, the Stars team, below, that took part in the annual challenge match. Pictures: ilivephotos.com
to roar up the right wing and land a point for the Stars. Dawson plucked an impressive sliotar from the air and continued its journey over the bar with a firm strike. Wylde, in one solo action, blocked down a strike, won ball off the ground and pointed in one glorious intervention. Butler put a stop to the opposition scoring spree and added a point of her own and Beth Whyte rebounded for another point for the Dub Stars. Not to be outdone, the seniors went into over-
drive for three successive points of their own: Kerrie Finnegan’s sublime pass to Wylde opened up for a point. Wylde then hit arguably the best score of the game with a catch, run and strike sequence of elegance which was unstoppable. Lucan Sarsfields’ Mairi Moynihan put in her customary display of tenacity as the tie closed out with both sides scoring seven quality second half points. Happy players, satisfied coaches, proud families, inspired younger
players. An exhibition and celebration of camogie. Jenny Byrne, Chairperson of the Camogie Board, did the honours in the after match presentations stating that this game marks the beginning of the camogie year. Player of the Match went to Caragh Dawson. The trophy was presented to Dublin senior player Sinead Wylde, who graciously accepted with some fine words ‘as gaeilge’. Dub Star Aisling Carolan accepted the runner up medals.
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Ballyboden St Enda’s Michael Darragh Macauley rises highest against Belcoo. Picture: John Kirwan
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BALLYBODEN ST. ENDA’S quest for AIB All-Ireland Senior Football silverware, ended in heartbreak as Down’s Kilcoo booked their place in a first-ever All-Ireland decider, thanks to a three-point win in Cavan on Saturday. It was a rough end to the campaign for the Dublin and Leinster champions, who once again showed similar characteristics, which saw them through to the last-four. The Firhouse Road outfit had delivered late in many of their games, including the Leinster final win over Carlow’s Éire Óg, but this time left it too late, as Kilcoo prevailed. “It’s a disappointing end to a very good year for the team,” Anthony Rainbow said afterwards. “I think if we reflect on the game, really it was probably lost in terms of our scoring efficiency. “We had 23 shots; we only converted 46/47 percent - the facts don’t lie really! “A couple of chances we had, probably in the last five or ten minutes, that we would have put over in previous games.
In tight games against Éire Óg and Na Fianna, and these teams. It just didn’t happen for us today.” A goal in either half was key for Kilcoo in this game although, to their credit, Ballyboden responded to each with the next score – but crucially the Down side stayed ahead. “When the first goal went in, we reacted quite well to it. We came up and got the next score. “We brought it back to two points and they had that lead going in at half-time,” Rainbow said. “When they got the second goal, it put them five or six points up. Again we reacted really well to the second goal. “We got it back to two points again, but when you are chasing a lead like that, and you are playing against a very defensive and strong team like Kilcoo you are always going to run out of time, if you don’t take your scoring chances and that’s what happened to us.” Rainbow is hopeful that the momentum from 2019 will once again come to the fore for the 2020 campaign which begins shortly, but he is keen to let his side get a well earned break first. “It’s something to build on for this year and next year. We’ll probably refocus over the next couple of weeks, and see how the team are.
“I think it’s important that they get a bit of time off, and a bit of rest as well, because it’s been a hectic season for them. “The league starts back in Dublin in mid-February, and then you are looking at the Championship in mid-April. “The team will be back probably within the next three or four weeks kicking football again. “We won’t be thinking about that for
the moment. “It’s important that they get a lot of rest over the next coming weeks, and we’ll certainly enjoy it tonight and reflect on the year on how it went. “They have been an excellent team over the last two years, since I have been involved with them, and I can only say that I am very, very proud of what they have done and what they have achieved over those last two years.”
Young fans enjoying their day at Breffni Park. Picture: John Kirwan
DUBLIN’S Under-20 footballers opened their John Kerins Development League with a narrow defeat to Meath in Dunganny on Saturday, 2-13 to 2-11. First half goals from Ciarán McKeown and Ciarán Murphy helped Dublin to a 2-8 to 1-4 lead with Jordan Morris hitting the Royal County goal. The Dubs made several changes for the second half and made some alterations later in the period as Meath took control in the final 15 minutes. Dylan Keating’s 59th minute goal helped Meath to victory. Dublin face Kildare, victors over Laois on Saturday, in their next game in Hawkfield, Kildare (2pm). They complete their group stages on January 18 against Laois.
Camogie schedule released THE OUTLINE schedule for the Littlewoods Ireland National Camogie League has been released with Dublin set to make their seasonal bow on the weekend of February 1 and 2 against Galway at home. Dublin’s second and third fixtures will be away to Tipperary (February 23) and Limerick (March 8). The winners from both of the groups will go on to contest the final on March 22 while there will also be a relegation playoff on March 15 for the sides who end bottom.
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Commemorative book for Shamrock Rovers’ 25th FAI Senior Cup success finally gets the finishing touches. SEE P28
WALSH CUP HURLING: Dublin move to the brink of Walsh Cup semi-final qualification as Dillon double does for Carlow. SEE P30
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DBS ÉANNA and Griffith College Templeogue travel to Cork this weekend gunning for place in the men’s Pat Duffy National Cup at Neptune Stadium in two big Saturday showdowns. The first semi-final sees Éanna facing off against Garvey’s Tralee Warriors for the second time in seven days at 4pm, while Griffith College Templeogue will go head-to-head with hosts, Coughlan C&S Neptune in the 8pm tip off. Tralee and Éanna dished up a thriller in Kerry last weekend, with the hosts just managing to hold off a big Éanna comeback at the death to win by three points. The teams have now split their two games this season and it will be interesting to see what adjustments each team will make before Saturday’s showdown. A concern for Tralee will be the health of Eoin Quigley who picked up an ankle injury last weekend. Éanna will be hoping to carry their fourth quarter momentum into this weekend’s game and coach Darren McGovern will have to decide how quickly to introduce American Paris Ballinger, who was instrumental in their comeback last weekend. Cup experience may also play a role in this game, with Tralee able to draw on last year’s semifinal experience while Éanna are contesting their first semi-final at this level. Looking ahead to the game, Éanna’s McGovern
DBS Eanna’s Paris Ballingar will be a key player in their cup semi-final. Picture: Martin Doherty
“They did a really good job on us on Saturday
so, with a few adjustments, we will look to play better. We learned a lot from last weekend“ said: “Playing Tralee again is tough for both teams. Coming off a loss though, gives us a lot to work on. They did a really good job on us on Saturday, so with a few adjustments we will look to play somewhat better. We learned a lot from last weekend.” In the second semi-final, Templeogue will be hoping that they can get by hosts
Coughlan C&S Neptune, to return to the final for the first time since winning the cup in 2018. Neither team is coming into the game in top form with Templeogue having lost two of their last three league games while Neptune have not won a game since the end of November. One of the interesting battles will be the match-
up between Neptune player/coach Lehmon Colbert and last year’s Player of the Year, Jason Killeen. Both big men have won it all in Irish basketball and have been very dominant over the past five years. Whoever comes out on top of that matchup could have a major influence on which team will head to Tallaght at the end of
January. Looking ahead to the clash, Templeogue’s Mark Keenan said: “We know that Neptune in their home gym will be a tough task, and we will have to call on all of our previous Cup experience to try and get us over the line. “We’re all looking forward to the game ahead and having missed out on
reaching this stage last season, we are determined to give our very best this weekend.” Templeogue’s women will play in the Under-20 National Cup at the Parochial Hall in Cork, facing the UU Tigers at 4pm. Their Under-20 men take on Moycullen in their semi-final on Sunday at 1pm.