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Gardai say Ana case was ‘unprecedented’ Boy A and Boy B sentenced

PADRAIG CONLON

Gardaí who investigated the shocking murder of Ana Kriegel described the case as “unprecedented.”

Speaking at a press briefing following the sentencing of Boy A and Boy B on Tuesday, Superintendent John Gordon

was direct and to the point.

“None of us have seen anything of this nature in our time and hopefully will never see anything of its nature again,” he said.

The two teenage boys had earlier been sentenced for Ana’s murder last year.

Now aged 15, they were convicted in June of murdering Ana, thus becoming

the youngest murderers in the history of the State.

The boys aged 13 when they killed Ana in a derelict house in Lucan. The lead investigator on the case, Detective Inspector Mark O’Neill, said establishing a motive was vital as soon as they suspected Ana had been killed by other children.

FULL STORY ON PAGE 4

Goodbye Uncle Gaybo

DUBLIN has been paying tribute to long-time neighbour Gay Byrne since sad news of his death broke earlier this week.

SEE PAGE 3

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NEWEST IDEA ‘DEFIES LOGIC’ SAYS TD

Taoiseach blasted for transport idea

Tallaght hotel to become four-star The purchase of an unopened hotel in Tallaght is expected to create over 70 new local jobs.

TMR Hotel Collection announced this week that it has acquired the 186-bedroom Tallaght Cross Hotel.

TMR is now planning a multi-million Euro refurbishment of the hotel with new plans to open as a four-star hotel in early 2020.

The re-opening of Tallaght Cross Hotel is expected to create upwards of 70 jobs locally.

This is the group’s third hotel purchase this year and its second in the Tallaght area.

This latest acquisition makes the TMR Hotel Collection the largest hotel operator in Tallaght with a combined 300+ hotel bedrooms in Tallaght Cross and The Plaza. Significant refurbishment works will commence in both hotels over the coming weeks.

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An example of an electric car. Inset: John Lahart

PADRAIG CONLON pconlon@dublingazette.com

A LOCAL TD has blasted the Taoiseach for a transport idea which he believes “defies logic.”

Dublin South West Fianna Fail TD John Lahart says he was surprised at Leo Varadkar’s comments about his government investigating plans to make bus lanes accessible to electric cars.

The Taoiseach was asked during a recent radio interview on Today FM whether the Government had considered allowing electric cars to use bus lanes in a bid to encourage more motorists to take up the more carbon-friendly mode of transport.

“The Taoiseach’s comments were surprising given his own government’s commitment to BusConnects; to reducing congestion in Dublin and to proposing greater use of public transport,” Deputy Lahart said.

“The idea of filling up our bus lanes into the city with cars just defies logic.

“It exposes how bare Fine Gael’s cupboard is when it comes to congestion initiatives and their commitment to Dublin Bus and Public Transport.

“Dublin traffic needs a major shakeup.

“There is no mention of cycling or e-cycling in the government’s Climate Action Plan and they have put all their eggs in the basket of e-Cars.

“I have no idea why the Taoiseach would propose the use of bus lanes by e-cars.

“We already are the slowest moving city in Europe, with the average city commuter spending ten days of their lives each year stuck in city traffic.

“At the very least, the Taoiseach would be better employed ensuring the roll out of e-charging points nationwide,” concluded Deputy Lahart.

The Government has set a target of 1 million

Electric Vehicles on Irish roads by 2030 under the Climate Action plan.

By then the sale of new internal combustion engine (ICE) cars will be prohibited and by 2045, no ICE car will be eligible for NCT certification, which will mean these cars will be banned from Irish roads.

Meanwhile, a levy which is paid by the oil

industry but passed on to the consumer when purchasing petrol, diesel and heating oil will soon be used for the Climate Action Fund.

The levy is currently set at a rate of 2c per litre on most petroleum products.

The money collected by the levy will now go to support projects to reduce Ireland’s greenhouse gas emissions.

Ireland’s first PrEP programme launched

Super event to be held this weekend in Clondalkin

THE HSE HAVE announced that Ireland’s first ever PrEP programme will be rolled out across eight public services this week, with more to follow suit in 2020.

PrEP, which stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis, is taken by HIV negative people before engaging in intercourse, and after, to prevent HIV. When taken correctly, PrEP is shown to be 99% effective in preventing HIV. The drug is now available free of charge to those who are considered to be ‘at substantial risk’ of contracting HIV through intercourse, with several Dublin services now offering the drug.

Those include the Gay Men’s Health Service on Heytesbury Street, the GUIDE Clinic at St James’ Hospital, the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital and the Prevention Support Clinic at the Department of Infectious Diseases.

More are expected to come on stream in 2020.

The move comes following a grassroots campaign by activism group Act Up Dublin, which began three years ago.

CLONDALKIN local Derek Cummins contacted Dublin Gazette to let readers know about a super event this weekend.

It’s all in aid of Headway Ireland, an organisation which provides services and support for those affected by Acquired Brain Injury.

Headway’s wonderful client fundraising group have organised a Table Quiz for this Friday 8th November, to be held in the Waterside Bar, Clondalkin starting 8.30 pm.

It promises to be a fun and vibrant event with DJ, Raffle, and all funds raised going to Headway.

A table of four costs €40 – come and enjoy the fun!

Derek says Headway has transformed his life.

“Headway showed me there is life beyond brain injury,” he said.

“It’s up to me to decide what I want to do in my life.

“There’s so much support and help but it’s up to you to push yourself, please don’t hide in a corner, open the next door and you will be amazed to realise that there is always hope.”

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GAY BYRNE: RIALTO BORN BROADCASTER PASSES AWAY AGED 85 AFTER ILLNESS

Remembering Uncle Gaybo 1934 - 2019 Gay Byrne started his career as a newsreader and continuity announcer on Radio Éireann in 1958 before he moved to Granada Television in Manchester, where he worked on several shows.

Upon his return to Ireland he began work on a new programme called The Late Late Show in 1962 as presenter and producer.

Under his watch the programme would go to become the world’s longest running chat show.

Uncle Gaybo, as he was affectionately known, also presented a radio show on RTÉ Radio 1, first known as The Gay Byrne Hour and then

The Gay Byrne Show.

Gay Byrne presented his last daily radio show in 1998 and his final Late Late Show in May 1999.

In o p e n i n g a B o o k of Condolences, Lord Mayor Paul McAuliffe said: “Gay had a huge impact on Irish society and was more than just a broadcaster.

“During his time as the host of the Late Late Show, he offered a platform for many varied and controversial issues and changed the social dialogue of the country.

“Even after his retirement from the Late Late Show, he did not retire from public life and showed the true meaning of active retirement

through his ongoing broadcasting and as Chairman of the Road Safety Authority.

“He received the Honorary Freedom of the City of Dublin at the Mansion House and as a mark of respect, the Dublin flag on the Mansion House will be flown at half-mast.

“I would like to offer my personal sympathies to his wife Kathleen Watkins and their daughters Suzy and Crona, his extended family, friends and colleagues. He will be sadly missed.”

Following the announcement of Byrne’s passing on RTE’s Liveline on Monday, RTÉ Director-General,

Dee Forbes, paid tribute, saying: “Gay was an exceptional broadcaster whose unique and ground-breaking style contributed so much to the development of radio and television in this country. “ G ay ’s j o u r n a l i s t i c legacy is as colossal as the man himself – he not only defined generations, but he deftly arbitrated the growth and development of a nation.

“Ireland grew up under Gay Byrne, and we will never see his like again.”

G ay ’s f u n e r a l w i l l take place this Friday, November 8. There will be a live broadcast on RTE at 11.30am, presented by Brian Dobson.

Gay Byrne throughout the years, including presenting the Late Late Show, and alongside wife Kathleen and their grandchildren.

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ANA: BOY A AND BOY B SENTENCED FOR KRIEGEL MURDER

Investigating Gardai say Ana case was ‘unprecedented’ as two boys are sentenced PADRAIG CONLON

Patric and Geraldine Kriegel. Picture: Virgin Media News

GARDAÍ who investigated the shocking murder of Ana Kriegel described the case as “unprecedented.”

Speaking at a press briefing following the sentenc ing of Boy A and Boy B on Tuesday, Superintendent John Gordon was direct and

to the point.

“None of us have seen anything of this nature in our time and hopefully will never see anything of its nature again,” he said.

The two teenage boys had earlier been sentenced for Ana’s murder last year.

Now aged 15, they were convicted in June of

murdering Ana, thus becoming the youngest murderers in the history of the State.

Boy A was sentenced to life in detention, with his sentence to be reviewed in 12 years.

Boy B was sentenced to 15 years for his role in the murder, with his sentence to be reviewed after eight years.

The boys aged 13 when they killed Ana in a derelict house in Lucan.

Boy A also sexually assaulted her.

He was given an eightyear sentence for the sexual assault to run concurrently with the sentence for murder.

The lead investigator on the case, Detective Inspector Mark O’Neill, said establishing a motive was vital as soon as they suspected Ana had been killed by other children.

“I think you always want to find out why when you investigate any serious case, but even more so in this particular case,” he said. “ U n f o r t u n a t e l y, w e weren’t able to in this case and we still don’t know why.

“But the investigation team were dedicated and committed to solving it and they did that.”

Supt Gordon said several “special arrangements” were put in place once gardai knew Boy A and Boy B were suspects in Ana’s disappearance. “ T h ey s ta r te d w h e n the case first became a missing person case in Lucan,” he said.

“Ana was first reported missing initially to Leixlip Garda Station.

“She was 18 hours missing when Lucan first became aware of the missing person case.

“From the time she went missing it became very obvious that something was awry.

“I met Ana’s parents, Geraldine and Patric, in St Catherine’s Park on the afternoon of May 15.

“They were devastated at that time, above and b eyo n d a n o rd i n a r y missing person case.”

Superintendent Gordon went on to explain how the investigating team worked.

“The search continued for three full days.

“Ana had missing person status up to and including May 17, when her body was discovered.

“From there suspects were identified, and as we know now they were Boy A and Boy B, who were 13 years of age at the time.

“I had met Boy A and Boy B and they presented as the last persons to have seen Ana. “As things moved forward they were identified as actual suspects.

“As the court kept pointing out they are juveniles and have that entitlement to their anonymity.

“By default their families are also entitled to that.

“It was deemed necessary at the time of arrest that stations other than Lucan would be used and the boys would be housed in different stations, so Blanchardstown and Clondalkin were made available to us.

“Those stations were cleared out from midnight the night before so that there were no other prisoners in there.

“We had free access to both those stations from late May.” As the case unfolded in the months following the boy’s arrest, over 500 lines of inquiry were investigated, over 500 statements were taken, 250 exhibits were seized and examined, and up to 700 hours of CCTV was examined.

FASTNews Call to ‘Stop for the Lollipop’ School Wardens throughout South Dublin County Council are calling for all road users to ‘STOP! for the LOLLIPOP’ as part of a new campaign being launched by South Dublin County Council this November.

Each morning, and afternoon, School Wardens across the County face many challenges in the delivery of a safe crossing service for primary children.

Incident data recorded at school crossings show that, over the last five years, 29% of all recorded incidents at a school crossing is a driver, motorcyclist or cyclist failing to stop.

Not many people know that a School Warden is legally empowered to stop traffic to facilitate a safer crossing for children on the journey to, and from, school.

As part of the campaign primary schools, serviced by School Wardens, will be sent a campaign pack consisting of a poster, key rings and a #stopforthelollipop campaign sheet to help spread the school crossing safety message throughout the wider school community.

Tesco stores raise a fangtastic amount

TESCO IRELAND stores across the country raised a fangtastic €128,388 as part of Trick or Treat for Temple Street over the bank holiday weekend. In all 151 stores, Tesco colleagues dressed up in a variety of costumes while they hosted Halloween parties with cake sales, face painting, balloons and much more. Funds raised will go toward purchasing new paediatric scopes; life-saving equipment needed for Temple Street to ensure that each child receives the best care possible.

Temple Street has been Tesco Ireland’s charity partner since October 2014 and to-date Tesco Ireland has raised €4.7 million in aid of the little heroes of Temple Street.

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Lorna Dempsey

Linda Martin

Johnny Ward

Stars shine bright for Ana Kriegel fundraiser Sarah McTernan and Johnny Ward with Dance LA members

Dance LA students

Paul Byrom

Rob Vickers

A beautiful tribute to Ana by her fellow Dance LA friends

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elebrities came together for a special fundraiser for Anastasia Kriegel last week in Confey GAA Club.

Ana’s dance teachers Lorna and Adele Demsey said: “We are so happy & grateful for all the love & support for the phenomenal fundraising event #TogetherForAna. We came together as a community and friends of Ana to make this night achievable and to celebrate her. We are so proud of our students’ strength and courage.

Turas le Cheile and RIAG will receive the proceeds raised from the night to continue the tremendous work they do. ANA- Ana’s Network for Adolescents will continue to grow and we’ve supported Turas le Cheile in further developing their skills in Critical Incident Management. On behalf of the Kreigel family and all at #danceladempsey we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”

Sarah McTernan and Adele Dempsey

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LUCAN: ANOTHER BOIL NOTICE ISSUED

Calls for Environment Minister to intervene after new boil notice PADRAIG CONLON pconlon@dublingazette.com

Murder mystery at Civic Theatre HAROLDS Cross Tallaght Musical Society bring their latest production Curtains – A Musical Whodunnit, to The Civic Theatre until Saturday, Novrmber 9. It’s murder putting on a new musical – literally! Jessica Cranshaw, star of the new Broadway-bound musical Robin Hood, has been murdered on stage on opening night! The entire cast and crew are suspects. Time to call in the local detective, Frank Cioffi, who just happens to be a huge musical theatre fan. With a nose for crime and an ear for music, he has his work cut out trying to find the killer whilst giving the show a lifeline.

A LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE has called on the Minister for the Environment to intervene following a second boil water notice for areas supplied by the Leixlip Water treatment plant.

This announcement on Monday 4th November followed a similar boil water notice last month which lasted for three days.

Residents in the Lucan area have been raising concerns about the water quality since the water supply was switched from Ballymore-Eustace to Leixlip

in the past year.

Residents have been consistently posting photos of cloudy, muddy water samples on social media.

The water quality has led to the breakdown of household appliances a n d m a ny re s i d e n t s have installed filtration mechanisms as a result.

Now People Before Profit representative Kellie Sweeney is calling on the Minister for Environment Richard Bruton to intervene and carry out an independent inspection of the water quality at the plant.

Irish Water has denied for months that there have been any issues

with the water quality from the plant when contacted by local elected representatives.

“Local residents are extremely frustrated with the lack of action f ro m Ir i s h Wa te r to resolve the water quality issues in the area,” Kellie Sweeney told Dublin Gazette.

“It’s not acceptable to have a body like Irish Water ignoring the complaints of residents who are seriously concerned about the safety of the water. “ We c a m p a i g n e d against the setting up of Irish Water and the huge amounts of money spent on installing water

meter.

“The 2 billion euros spent on Irish Water, including meters, should have been spent on updating our water infrastructure.

“It’s time for the Minister for the Environment to step in and ensure that the water quality from the Leixlip plant is safe by carrying out an independent inspection of the plant.

“The Minister also need to provide additional funding to ensure adequate infrastructure for the Dublin region with a view to switching some areas back to the Ballymore-Eustace plant.”

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LUCAN

Lucan’s history stretches back to ancient times

DUBLIN GAZETTE is proud to bring you our Special Supplement on Lucan.

Lucan, located in the stunning valley of the River Liffey in west Dublin, is 12km from the city centre and accessible from the M50 off exit 7.

The village centre has retained its historical character and geographically, Lucan is divided into ‘old’ and ‘new’.

The old area, north of the N4 bypass, is centred around the village while the new area stretches east to Palmerstown and Clondalkin, and south through Finnstown, Adamstown and Griffeen Valley.

The River Liffey can be accessed from the village at Lucan Bridge, the largest single-span masonry arch bridge in Ireland.

The discovery of a sulphurous spa in Lucan in 1758 turned the area into a tourist destination as people flocked to the town in search of a cure for several ailments.

The spa would later be turned into a health resort called the Old Lucan Spa Hotel.

Lucan is also home to the oldest standing bridge in Ireland, King John’s Bridge, which spans the Griffeen River and was built over 800 years ago.

Another notable old building is Lucan House, a seven-bay two-storey over basement Palladian country villa built in 1772.

The estate passed through the Sarsfield, Vesey and Colthurst families through marriage and was once the residency of Charles Hugh O’ Conor, the third son of Charles Owen O’Conor.

After 1921 there were several owners until the Italian Government bought Lucan House and some of the Estate in 1954 as a residence for its Ambassador.

The remaining land is today a public park, Liffey Valley Park or Lucan Demesne, running alongside the River Liffey.

Lucan Demesne Park is just a five-minute walk from the village centre and connects to St Catherine’s Park and on to Leixlip.

A visit to the beautiful gardens at Primrose Hill near the Village and on the way to Lucan Demesne is a must see, especially in summer.

Lucan is close to the Grange Castle Business Park, which hosts large multinational companies like Google, Microsoft, Aryzta, Pfizer and Grifols.

Intel in Leixlip and the Blanchardstown Centre are also major employers close by.

Lucan is an area of settled families with a good mix of ages and 17 schools in total in Lucan Village.

Local initiatives in the village include Lucan Tidy Towns, Lucan Men’s Shed and the Lucan Village Festival, which takes place annually every September.

The Liffey Descent, Ireland’s iconic canoe marathon race, is another massive event in the local calendar.

Started back in 1959 as an inter-club event, the race now attracts paddlers from all over of the world and is a major contest in the sport of canoeing.

Lucan is currently in the process of achieving an Autistic Town status.

The village is also in the process of rewarding their local heroes with the Lucan people of the year awards.

Liffey Valley Shopping Centre is just down the road and Phoenix Park is another fantastic amenity that’s nearby.

In 1976 Lucan’s population was 12,451, the last census, taken in 2016, revealed the population has skyrocketed to 49,279.

Lucan village is well serviced by Dublin Bus, with departures from various stops in the city centre: 25, 66, 66a, 66b, 67.

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LUCAN Pioneers in Lucan

Some local history

LUCAN’S history stretches back to ancient times.

Lucan, the Anglicised version of the Irish “Leamhcán”, translates as “the land abounding in marshmallows”, as recorded in the 1837 Ainmleabhar Paróiste.

One of the main roads of medieval times, the Slí Mhór, passed through Esker, Lucan, along the glacial gravel-ridges.

A medieval Irish lord’s prestigious ringfort stands on a hilltop, close to the village, and the Vikings are recorded as passing through on their way to Leixlip.

The Anglo-Normans settled in Lucan in the 12th century.

Great estates such as Lucan House, St. Edmundsbury’s, and Finnstown House are situated in the rich farmland.

With the rivers Liffey and Griffeen running through Lucan, and with the former medieval royal manor of Esker nearby, many mills (cotton, linen, and woollen) were located here over the years.

The many sulphur springs around Lucan meant it became a popular spa destination in the 18th century.

Up to the mid-20th century, day-trippers from Dublin travelled by tram and bus to the village to enjoy the rolling countryside, cafés, and the “Strawberry Beds” area on the banks of the Liffey.

With thanks to Society for Old Lucan.

SOL was founded by a group of local history enthusiasts in May 2017.

Join their Facebook group (search for “Society for Old Lucan (SOL)”), or take a look at their website: https://societyforoldlucan.wordpress.com/ for details on events and membership.

He r m i ta ge Me d i c a l Clinic is at the forefront of innovation pioneering many major developments in the delivery of healthcare.

Their Interventional Cardiology Department (Cath Lab) has recently been upgraded and modernized.

The Philips Azurion 7 Series is a top of the range, state of the art interventional cardiology fluoroscopy system.

This, combined with the upgrade of their GE haemodynamic system means that the Hermitage Medical Clinic now has a Cath Lab which is stunning in both its capabilities and appearance.

Their patient recovery area has also been

entirely redesigned to enhance patient comfort and privacy and has been finished to a very high level.

Their ICU was recently extended and modernised with increased side room and improved infection control facilities.

Also, in response to patient feedback, the e nv i ro n m e n t w a s updated to improve f low and experience through the department to provide a bright and open space.

Other new developments in this dept include updated cardiac monitoring and telemetry system with an increase in numbers of telemetry available for patient monitoring.

Historical places of interest walled-up “Oculus”.

This was, most likely, a viewingpoint allowing the public views of idyllic Lucan House and demesne, whilst keeping the peasants out!

The Shocking Murder of Fr McCartan

Churches, Oculus and Vesey Bridge

WALK to Lucan main-street and take a right and head towards the village green.

St. Andrew’s church was built in 1823 on land donated by the famous architect and parishioner James Gandon, who designed the Custom House.

Continue on towards the village green and you’ll pass Lucan’s 19th century Presbyterian church on your left, arriving at Vesey bridge.

The village green to your left is owned by Lucan’s Methodist church (built 1877).

Vesey bridge was constructed in 1773 by Agmondisham Vesey, when he built the estate walls enclosing his demesne. On the demesne side of the bridge, you can see a Coadestone (an 18thcentury durable artificial stone for use in decorative features) plaque of dancing maidens. In the wall beside the Vesey bridge, is a

A memorial stone set into the wall at the top of Chapel Hill marks the spot of a brutal murder in 1807. Fr. McCartan was the Catholic curate of the joint parishes of Lucan, Clondalkin, and Palmerstown.

W h e n returning from a dinner on 3rd June of that year, he had the misfortune to meet a gang returning to Dublin city, following a failed robbery.

He was robbed of his watch and ten shillings, and shot dead. Two of the gang, Thomas Weir and Christopher Walsh, were later apprehended and publicly hung a few yards away from the spot on 27th June,1807.

Father McCartan was buried in the graveyard of St Finian’s Church

(12th century) in Esker. His gravestone was reportedly destroyed when the church belfry collapsed on it in the 19th century, but you can still see fragments of it in the graveyard.

Lucan Weir and Bridge

Walking down the hill to Lucan Bridge, you’ll see the longest single-span bridge in Ireland, designed by George Knowles and built in 1813.

The weir has been a landmark for centuries and features in paintings in the National Gallery, but in recent times it has served villagers as a summertime swimming pool.

Weir View Cottages form a picturesque terrace of Victorian houses, built for the workers of Hill’s Woolen Mill. You will also see an old generator house for the mill at the weir sluice, one of the office buildings of Hill’s Mill, and the chimney of the mill in the Retail Park where the mill once stood.

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LUCAN

Sport in Lucan GAA

Lucan has three GAA clubs.

Lucan Sarsfields was founded in 1886 and is the largest of the three clubs. It is located on the 12th Lock on the Grand Canal.

Westmanstown Gaels are at the Westmanstown Sports Centre, which has diversified from its roots as a leisure centre for the Garda Siochana.

An Irish-language GAA club, Na Gaeil Óga CLG, started a juvenile structure in the area in September 2014, and are currently based in a Gaelscoil and a Gaelcholáiste in the area, Gaelscoil Naomh Pádraig and Coláiste Cois Life.

Football

The area is home to several very successful football teams: Hermitage Golf Course in Lucan.

Arthur Griffith Park FC, Griffeen Celtic, Beech Park, Esker Celtic, Ballyowen Celtic, Lucan United Esker ABC was formed in FC, and Liffey Valley Rangers FC. Golf March 2012 and was initially The two main golf courses in based at St Anne’s National Lucan are Lucan Golf Club and School from 2012-2014, then Hermitage Golf Club.

Goodwin’s Industrial Estate from Both are member-run and both 2014-2015 and they are now have been open for over a cente- back in St Anne’s since January nary.

2016.

Liffey Valley Par 3 is a par 3 golf The club has ambitious plans course that is situated between to build their own clubhouse in Leixlip and Lucan. the near future they are confiBoxing dent they will be moving into

A warm thanks to the Lucan community

a purpose built clubhouse very soon.

Esker Amateur Boxing Club hosted the first ever All-Female Amateur Boxing tournament in Ireland during November and December 2013.

It has grown to become the World’s largest female-only boxing tournament in 2019 with 19 countries spread over 3 continents attending.

Everyone at Kenny’s would like to thank the people of Lucan for their continued support over the past 50 years.

Bought by Paddy Kenny in October and opened on the 30th November 1969, they are gearing up to mark this milestone with a week of live music and events kicking off on the 28th November.

The business would not have survived and thrived in the manner it has without the support of their customers

and the assistance of the local business community.

They love be ing an integral part of the Village and they think there is a special sense of community spirit in Lucan that is a direct result of the work of the numerous community groups in the area.

They would like to invite all their customers to celebrate with them over the period of 28th November to 1st December 2019 with a full event line-up will being posted shortly.

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Well known Lucan residents Charles II he served in the English regiments but he returned to Ireland after the accession of King James II. In 1689 he was briefly a Member of the Parliament of Ireland.

In 1691 he was created Earl of Lucan by King James. He married Lady Honora Burke, by whom he had one son James, who died childless in 1718.

Patrick Sarsfield (1650 1693), Irish Patriot, Earl of Lucan Patrick Sarsfield came from an Anglo-Norman family, his father Patrick Sarsfield married Anne, daughter of Rory (Roger) O’Moore, who organised the 1641 Rebellion.

Patrick, who was a younger son, entered Dongan’s Regiment of Foot in 1678. During the final years of the reign of King

They also had one daughter.

James Gandon (1743 - 1823), Architect James Gandon was born in 1743 in London, to a Huguenot family.

From 1749 he was educated at Shipley’s Drawing Academy.

On leaving the drawing academy he studied architecture under Sir Willam Chambers.

In 1768 he entered an architectural competition to design the new Royal Exchange in Dublin.

Thomas Cooley won that competition with Gandon’s design being awarded second place and the competition Lord Beresford invited Gandon to Ireland to supervise the construction of the new Custom House.

The original architect had died, and Gandon was chosen to assume complete control for building and revising the plans.

This proved to be a great turning point in Gandon’s life and Dublin was to become his home.

Gandon’s other works in the city included The Four Courts, the Law Society building at King’s Inn designed in 1795, the Rotunda Assembly rooms, and many other buildings in College

Green and Trinity College.

In 1823, having spent 42 years in Dublin, James Gandon died at his home in Lucan, ‘Cannon Brook’. He was buried in Drumcondra.

John and Edward Grimes (Born 1991), Pop Duo/Personalities Identical twins John Paul Henry Daniel Richard Grimes and Edward Peter Anthony

Kevin Patrick Grimes shot to fame in the TV show “X Factor” when they ranked sixth in the sixth series of the show.

In 2010 they were offered a three album deal with Universal records. Their first album for Universal, “Planet Jedward” reached No. 1 in their home country, and number 7 in the UK. In February 2011 they won the Irish selection competition for Eurovision with their song “Lipstick”.

They came 8th in the competition, and “Lipstick” was included on their next album “Victory”, released on the 5th of August 2011.

They have also helped the Jack and Jill foundation’s used mobile phone appeal using school guest appearances, and have partaken in an ISPCC anti-bullying poster campaign.

A helpful local business Lucan Village Pharmacy was established by Nessa Busteed in November 2002.

Over the past seventeen years Nessa and the team have gotten to know and build lasting relationships with many people in the Lucan community.

“I would like to thank the people of Lucan who welcomed me warmly into the community,” Nessa said.

“I have enjoyed getting to know

the people of Lucan.

“Over the years the team in Lucan Village Pharmacy have helped individuals and families with advice and when required their medicines.

“The community of Lucan continues to grow and I have gotten to know and help in some cases three and even four generations of families.

“I’m looking forward to help-

ing people and building relationships for many more years into the future.”

Nessa with the team in Lucan Village Pharmacy are available seven days a week, bank holidays and late nights.

Helping people and serving the pharmacy needs of the people of Lucan and beyond with advice, medicines, health screening and vaccinations.

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SPOTLIGHT ON

LUCAN

Lucan’s own mayor thanks locals for continued support LUCAN NATIVE Vicki Casserly was first elected to South Dublin County Council as a Fine Gael Councillor in May 2014.

She was elected as Mayor of SDCC in June 2019, for the 2019-20 year.

“Following my reelection to South Dublin County Council in May 2019, I was honoured and humbled to be elected Mayor of our great county.

“As a local resident, a local mum, a local wife, a local sister, a local daughter and a local carer, my

roots go deep in our community.

“I am very grateful to everyone who has given me their support on this journey.

people.

“I look forward to using my platform as Mayor to continue this work with energy and dedication.

“I believe I am making

“Long before I entered politics, I was passionate about making this area more inclusive, more accessible, more sustainable, and all in all, a better place to live for local

a real difference, because I know this community inside out.

“This county has so many strengths, and so many wonderful communities, but we must not lose

“

As a local resident, mum, wife, sister, daughter and carer, my roots go deep in our community

sight of the fact that many areas of community life require more investment and support.

“During my year as Mayor, my vision is to make real progress on the journey to making our county more accessible, more inclusive and more sustainable for all residents.

“Take a look at my social media pages to learn more about the exciting work we are doing.

“If there are any issues I can assist you, your family or your community group with, please get in touch!”

Lucan credit union now extend their service to Adamstown LUCAN District Credit Union has been serving the local community of Lucan since its foundation in March 1968, this service now extends to Adamstown.

It is a not-for-profit community bank that is wholly owned by its members who are the shareholders. ‘Our core business is savings and loans’, says CEO, Paula Maguire.

‘Members save together, and the funds are then lent back to our members, so the funds stay within the community’, she says.

Credit Union members may apply for loans for home improvements, car purchase, education, holidays, medical expenses, weddings etc.

For any regular family purpose.

The loans are simple and straightforward.

There are no admin or set-up fees, no balloon payments at the end and the interest is calculated daily on the reducing loan balance.

So, you pay a little bit less interest with each repayment.

Vi s i t o u r we b s i t e w w w. l u c a n c u . i e fo r more information on loans and membership.

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Vulture funds are continuing to feather their nests in Ireland SINCE 2016, vulture funds have bought almost €30 billion of Irish property, including tens of thousands of family mortgages, at less than half their true value.

PADRAIG CONLON

These vulture funds are about to acquire another €9bn before the year is out with letters due to be sent to mortgage-holders in early 2020.

Who, and what, exactly are these funds and who is benefiting from their profiteering?

Vulture funds are private equity firms and pension funds that purchase non-performing or distressed loans at heavily discounted prices, which are eventually sold for profit.

They invest in several different asset classes, one of which is debt, and they are attractive prospects for banks, as they can clear non-performing loans off their books.

These loans are usually related to commercial or residential property, and vulture funds buy with the aim of taking charge and possession of the asset, through either a receiver or the courts.

Many homeowners were not even aware their mortgage was sold to a vulture fund.

The UN special rapporteur on the right to housing, Leilani Farha earlier this year sent a letter to the Irish government noting how they have facilitated housing financing through “preferential tax laws and weak tenant protections among other measures”.

The report was highly critical of Ireland for allowing vulture funds buy up properties, which has led to rocketing rents and a worsening housing crisis.

The report states that “almost overnight multinational private equity and asset management

firms like Blackstone, have become the biggest landlords in the world, purchasing thousands and thousands of units… they have changed the global housing landscape”.

So who are the vulture funds operating in Ireland?

CEREBRUS A US private equity firm created to mainly operate in the distressed debt market, they have been active in Ireland, among their largest purchases was a portfolio of commercial property loans from Ulster Bank.

GOLDMAN SACHS T h e wo r l d ’s l a r g est investment bank, they were memorably described by US journalist, Matt Taibbi as a “great vampire squid wrapped around the face of humanity, relentlessly jamming its blood funnel into anything that smells like money.”

Goldman Sachs’s three main vulture funds, Ennis Property Finance, Beltany Property Finance and Liffey Acquisitions, have collected almost €1 billion from local borrowers in the last two years on distressed property loans.

B e l t a ny P r o p e r t y Finance caused widespread anger in 2016 when it threatened to evict more than 100 families from their rented homes in Tyrrelstown.

LONE STAR Another of the world’s largest private equity firms, Lone Star and its affiliate Shoreline Residential, are the main vulture funds which bought the Irish Bank Resolution Corporation (IBRC) mort-

gage loans.

Shoreline employs Pepper Asset Servicing to manage its portfolio in Ireland.

BLACKSTONE World’s biggest private equity firm have been an active investor in Ireland since the economic crisis and the collapse of the property market.

START MORTGAGES Another affiliate of Lone Star, Start Mortgages bought a portfolio of loans off Permanent TSB in September made up of 1,422 home mortgages and 510 buy-to-let mortgages, with a net book value of €274m.

Start are one of the most active vulture funds in taking legal proceedings against customers.

APOLLO GLOBAL MANAGEMENT A leading US “global alternative investment manager” Apollo bought a portfolio of Irish home loans from Lloyds Bank in 2013 for €307m.

NEW RULES ON HOW VULTURE FUNDS CAN OPERATE IN IRELAND THIS week, new rules were announced aimed at helping consumers resolve mortgage disputes with vulture funds.

The deal between the Banking and Payments Federation of Ireland (BPFI), the State’s main banking lobby group, and the Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS) will see an information leaflet created for borrowers.

The deal sets out the rules of engagement between banks or funds and MABS, when they are representing borrowers.

It provides for how MABS and lenders can work together to try to resolve mortgage arrears for those borrowers who have already exhausted the Central Bank’s mortgage arrears resolution process, and are entering or are about to enter the legal process.

As per the new rules, where a mortgage is sold

by a bank to a third party, that party must appoint a credit servicing firm to manage it and the protections afforded by the Central Bank’s Code of Conduct on Mortgage Arrears still apply.

This comes on foot of concern that borrowers whose loans were sold off by banks to third parties, would not be afforded the same consumer protections.

A new consumer information leaflet, “Protections If Your Mortgage Is Sold to a Third Party”, has been published to accompany the agreement.

However, David Hall, CEO of the Irish Mortgage Holders Organisation, was critical of the new agreement between the BPFI and MABS. “This morning’s ‘Agreement’ raises more questions than answers and appears to favour vultures rather than customers, not least whether this

informal scheme helps vultures bypass the current insolvency process with its checks and balances,” he said.

“Already people are asking is this ‘code’ an attempt by vultures to block people availing of ever improving insolvency arrangements.

“Vultures don’t like some of the insolvency arrangements where, despite some recent high-profile cases, many ordinary families have gotten good insolvency arrangements approved.

“I welcome the recognition by the Banking Federation and MABS that more than 40,000 citizens are in crisis, a potential tsunami in anyone’s language.

“The timing of this is curious, given that the Central Bank is examining restructuring arrangements vultures are doing.

“There is an old saying about the need to be wary of Greeks bearing gifts.”

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FUNDRAISING | ANNUAL FUNDRAISER WILL TAKE PLACE NOVEMBER 20

Have a cup of tea for the kids Noah Pender, Amber Mooney Finnerty and Ciara King at Tallaght Hospital

REBECCA RYAN

RTE 2FM PRESENTER, CIARA KING, had a ball with children at CHI at Tallaght Hospital when she visited to highlight Children in Hospital Ireland’s Cuppa & Cookie annual fundraiser which takes place on November 20.

Now in its 3rd year, funds raised

by Children in Hospital Ireland Cuppa & Cookie Event will be used to support the volunteer run, play

services that Children in Hospital Ireland provide in 14 hospitals across Ireland.

This service is much valued by the families of children in hospital, as it can give parents a break to get a cup of tea or it can simply provide some fun for the child during their hospitalisation.

CHI are calling for people to host a coffee morning for Children in Hospital Ireland on International Children’s Day Novem-

ber 20th or any day that suits in November/December.

All funds raised will help to provide much needed arts & crafts materials, books and games as well as expanding our training and support programmes for CHI volunteers.

Email info@childreninhospital.ie to receive your starter pack which includes a range of items including coffee, biscuits and recipes.

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Man turns nail clippings he saved for a year into an engagement ring

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MOST people would love a unique engagement ring, but one made out of fingernails, maybe not so much.

In an online video, a Japanese man documented how he made a ring from his fingernails that he collected for an entire year to make a ‘diamond’ ring.

First, he collected the chippings, ground them into a fine powder, then mixed with water, compressed the mixture and put it in the oven for 90 minutes.

The dark clay-like mixture was then put into a mound to shape it like a ‘diamond’. The man even made the silver ring for it to go on himself.

Many people were disgusted by the

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footage. One joked: “Nothing says romance quite like ground up fingernails.”

While another said: “That’s just flat out gross.”

Last McDonalds in Iceland

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BITS & BOBS

TEN years on, the last ever McDonald’s hamburger to be sold in Iceland is still in perfect condition, and is kept at a B&B in the country.

McDonalds closed in Iceland on October 31 2009. Hjortur Smarason bought the last McDonald’s hamburger in the country after hearing rumours that McDonald’s burgers never decay, and wanted to test it for himself. Smarason kept the burger, accompanied by fries, in a plastic bag for three years during which it remained unchanged.

He gave the burger to the National Museum of Iceland in 2012, but a museum specialist told them they couldn’t preserve the burger.

Appeal for loose Lego donations BROTHERS Paddy Sweetman and Osheen Sweetman from Stillorgan, pictured with Tom Searle, DPD Ireland at the launch of the Jack & Jill Foundation who are starting a national drive for LEGO donations of any loose, unwanted or old pieces gathering dust or in attics.

LEGO pieces will be recycled into extra Jack & Jill home nursing care for families across Ireland. Every €16 raised (size of average bag) will gift

one hour of home nursing care for a child with a life limiting condition, who typically can’t walk or talk, may be oxygen dependent, tube fed and with heavy medical needs.

All unwanted, loose (no instructions, or boxes required) Lego pieces can be dropped off at one of 33 DPD Ireland depots nationwide with all the drop off points on www.jackandjill.ie Pictures: Robbie Reynolds

House contents for sale in Clontarf The contents of the home of Ann (D. April 2019) & Art Mc Gann, a well-known and successful dentist in Fairview for over 40 years will be auctioned off by well-known antique specialists Matthews Auctioneers next Saturday & Sunday, 16th & 17th November. The auction to commence 2pm each day.

The house, known locally as The Lodge, is located at 51 Summerville, Clontarf, Dublin 3, Eircode DO3 KD27 will be signposted on public viewing days.

Well known local collectors the auction comprises Georgian, Victorian & Edwardian furniture as well as old gilt mirrors, rugs, and collecta-

bles. A life-time collection gathered over fifty years together it’s “a veritable magpie’s nest!” says the auctioneer Damien Matthews.

This auction will also include the part-clearance of a fine Dublin 6 red-brick and the residual contents of a prestigious Castleknock residence recently sold for development. The catalogue is illustrated online on the auctioneer’s website, www.matthewsauctionrooms.com and the house itself will be open for public viewing of the contents from Thursday 15th November, 11am onwards.

Ravenous hunger for chocolate foils thief A MAN in Seattle got in trouble this week, thanks to his sweet tooth and an impromptu break-in to a financial services office.

The 44-year-old man snuck into an office building earlier this month, took the elevator to a financial services office, rattled the doors open and managed to get into the office.

Once inside, he allegedly moved a painting on the wall before discovering a glass bowl filled with expensive chocolates. An employee who was still in the office spotted the man and hid, watching him as he began to eat over $200 worth of gourmet chocolate.

The man then sat on a nearby couch and took a nap, following his sweet treat. When security arrived, they discovered that the man had stripped himself of his jacket and shoes, and told security that ‘they’d have to kill [him] to take [him] to jail.

‘I’m in love with the shape of you’

Some of the chips were eaten by guests to the museum too.

Rather than throw the burger away Smarason said it had great historic value - he gave it to friends who run Snotra House in south Iceland, were it remains on display in the lounge of the guesthouse.

To this day, ten years on, the burger remains relatively unchanged.

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SOME OF THE THINGS THAT CAUGHT OUR EYE THIS WEEK...

BITS & BOBS

Man turns nail clippings he saved for a year into an engagement ring MOST people would love a unique engagement ring, but one made out of fingernails, maybe not so much.

In an online video, a Japanese man documented how he made a ring from his fingernails that he collected for an entire year to make a ‘diamond’ ring.

First, he collected the chippings, ground them into a fine powder, then mixed with water, compressed the mixture and put it in the oven for 90 minutes.

The dark clay-like mixture was then put into a mound to shape it like a ‘diamond’. The man even made the silver ring for it to go on himself.

Many people were disgusted by the

footage. One joked: “Nothing says romance quite like ground up fingernails.”

While another said: “That’s just flat out gross.”

Last McDonalds in Iceland

TEN years on, the last ever McDonald’s hamburger to be sold in Iceland is still in perfect condition, and is kept at a B&B in the country.

McDonalds closed in Iceland on October 31 2009. Hjortur Smarason bought the last McDonald’s hamburger in the country after hearing rumours that McDonald’s burgers never decay, and wanted to test it for himself. Smarason kept the burger, accompanied by fries, in a plastic bag for three years during which it remained unchanged.

He gave the burger to the National Museum of Iceland in 2012, but a museum specialist told them they couldn’t preserve the burger.

Ravenous hunger for chocolate foils thief A MAN in Seattle got in trouble this week, thanks to his sweet tooth and an impromptu break-in to a financial services office.

The 44-year-old man snuck into an office building earlier this month, took the elevator to a financial services office, rattled the doors open and managed to get into the office.

Once inside, he allegedly moved a painting on the wall before discovering a glass bowl filled with expensive chocolates. An employee who was still in the office spotted the man and hid, watching him as he began to eat over $200 worth of gourmet chocolate.

The man then sat on a nearby couch and took a nap, following his sweet treat. When security arrived, they discovered that the man had stripped himself of his jacket and shoes, and told security that ‘they’d have to kill [him] to take [him] to jail.

‘I’m in love with the shape of you’

Some of the chips were eaten by guests to the museum too.

Rather than throw the burger away Smarason said it had great historic value - he gave it to friends who run Snotra House in south Iceland, were it remains on display in the lounge of the guesthouse.

To this day, ten years on, the burger remains relatively unchanged.

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HOME & STYLE

FRESH IDEAS FOR YOUR HOME AND WARDROBE

Shop sustainably

Style FILE

Green Angel goes organic

ZALANDO, an online shopping

packaging designed with the

mecca, have said that they

minimizing of waste in mind.

ZIGN, are also committing to

Currently, their shopping

sustainability going forward,

are committing themselves to

The brand’s own private label,

carbon neutrality across all of

boxes are made from 100%

with the brand hoping to be fully

their deliveries and operations.

recycled materials, and their

sustainable by Spring / Summer

shipping bags from 80% recycled

2020.

The pledge comes as part of Zalando’s new ‘do.MORE’ campaign, which sees the

plastics.

Rubin Ritter, the co-CEO of

Kate Heiny, Director Corporate

Zalando, says: “The fashion

European based shopping giant

Responsibility & Sustainability at

industry is facing sustainability

commit to sustainability, aiming

Zalando, said: “We make it easier

challenges and we know we have

for a net-positive impact on

for customers to shop more

been part of the problem. Going

people and the planet.

sustainably and we experiment

forward, our aspiration is to be

and collaborate across the

part of the solution.

This year alone, the company have switched to over 90%

industry to shape a circular,

renewable energy across all of

prosperous future for fashion.

sustainability into their business

their locations.

This is how we will do more to

strategy will stay relevant for

Single use plastics will also be

“The inclusion of natural ingredients in Green Angel’s products has, along with the use of natural packaging where ever possible, has been of upmost importance to the brand and these new initiatives put them at the forefront of environmentally proactive companies both in Ireland and abroad,” the statement read.

The Green Angel Pure & Organic Brand is available in Kilkenny shop, Avoca, Meadows & Byrne and Shaws, as well as select pharmacies and lifestyle shops across the county.

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“Only those who incorporate

move the entire fashion industry

their customers and we believe

eliminated by the company, with

forward, for people and the

that it will be a competitive

Zalando hoping by 2023 to have

planet.”

advantage in the future.”

Baby, it’s cold outside... so warm your interiors up!

IT’S OFFICIALLY THE SEASON - Christmas is on it’s way, coming at us fast!

The weather is changing, the shops are already flogging the Christmas bits and pieces, and the songs are stuck in our heads.

No better time to take a look at your interiors in the home to get prepared for the festivities that the Christmas season will bring in the next seven weeks!

Homesense

IRISH SKINCARE BRAND Green Angel have pledged to switch their formulas to use organic ingredients where possible.

In a statement, Green Angel say the decision has been made as they continue to strive toward reducing their carbon footprint, lessening their impact on the environment.

Some of their packaging has already been switched from plastic to post-consumer recycled plastic as they strive to become more environmentally friendly.

If, like me, you’re already looking to get into the swing of things and fully embrace all things Santa and otherwise in the home, many high street stores have a great selection of bits and bobs in store that will be sure to brighten up any home.

From wreaths to statuettes, even to blankets, rugs and more, there’s an array of Christmassy content available to help you indulge in designing a festive home of dreams. .

(L-R) Debenhams, Penneys, Argos, Argos, Penneys, Argos

BOOTS HAVE announced the latest edition to their cult favourite No7 range, with a series of glistening Highlighting Drops.

The No7 Custom Blend Highlighting Drops are available in four shimmering shades, designed to compliment every skintone.

Highlighting drops have become a key make up trend in recent years, ensuring to add a luxe glow with minimal effort.

Fully customisable, the drops can be mixed and matched to provide your perfect look, allowing you to ‘glow your

own way’!

Available in white gold, rose gold, golden and bronze, the four hues pack a punch, perfect to take into party season to freshen up your look or to add an extra little flair.

The multi-purpose, concentrated highlighters can also give a natural, healthy-looking glow on their own for those laid back, no makeup days.

Usually priced at €18, the highlighting drops will be available at a special introductory offer of €14, from November 13 to December 10 online at Boots.ie.

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A day of reflection and remembrance

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is being hosted for the second year in Dublin by Friends of Suicide Loss

FRIENDS OF SUICIDE LOSS IRELAND (FOSL) are asking for your support as they host the International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (or Survivor Day), that began in America in 1999.

The day traditionally falls on the Saturday before Thanksgiving in America as the holiday period can be a challenging time for the suicide bereaved.

It was designated by the United States Congress as a day on which those affected by suicide can join together for healing and supporting one another.

Every year hundreds of events take place throughout the world to mark this day of reflection and remembrance.

In 2018, there were 371 events held in 20 different countries around the world.

FOSL have introduced its ‘’Mourning Has Broken’’ commemorative walk and associated events since last year into Ireland for the first time to mark this occasion with its own unique event for its members while integrating with

others bereaved by any personal loss who are equally welcome to participate.

This year FOSL will hold the “Mourning Has Broken” c o m m e m o r a t ive w a l k o n 23rd November commencing at 1.30pm from the Spire in O’Connell Street to Clontarf Castle followed by special events, entertainment and a sit down meal for participants.

Former Leinster and Ireland rugby star Mike Ross will lead the walk to Clontarf Castle where he will be then interviewed by Dublin City FM radio.

An entertaining and special evening is anticipated for all who attend on the day, with a commemoration for the beloved departed followed by a candlelight dinner, music and live performances all evening up to 23:30.

There will also be a number of raffles and draws on the day with some great prizes.

Tickets for the FOSL event package is €60, and these can be purchased on their website or directly from FOSL at 01 492 7576 or on Eventbrite by clicking the link o d re C https://www.eventbrite.

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FOOD&DRINK

Local chefs serving up authentic Thai dishes IF you want a taste of real Thai food, you don’t need to hop on a plane or go too further afield, as Kin Khao Thai in Maynooth is serving up authentic Isaan style dishes, using local Irish ingredients.

When you walk into the restaurant you literally feel like you have been transported to Bangkok.

Bursting with colour and style, the decor is certainly a feast for the eyes and a must see.

Based on their interpretation of one of their favourite food streets in Bangkok, owners, and husband and wife duo, Jayna and Adam Lyons,

carefully chose the pieces for the interior of the restaurant all sourced from Thailand, which pays homage to the shop houses of Bangkok.

Adam says of the decor: “We scoured Bangkok looking for the discards of a disappearing age. Seeing, touching and sensing the life of previous generations of street traders and businesses was very moving.”

Owner Janya hails from a family history steeped in food; with restaurants, food stalls, noodle bars and butchers in her family history.

Born and bred in Bangkok, Janya spent her early years working in the kitchen with her family preparing for a day

of selling her family’s famous fish cakes and soups.

She put herself through business school and worked in several five-star hotels in Bangkok before emigrating to Australia.

It was there in Sydney

that she met her future husband Adam Lyons, from Raheny, Dublin.

Adam and Janya found love in each other’s shared passion for Thai food and moving back to Ireland, the culinary couple saw a gap in the market to share real authentic Thai food.

They took the plunge and opened the successful Kin Khao Thai in Athlone 16 years ago - and in the last year opened their Maynooth branch.

The food in the restaurant does not disappoint.

On the menu you will see all the classic dishes, and if you are brave enough to try something new, Kin

Jayna and Adam Lyons

Khao Thai is the place to do it, each dish is as authentic as the next.

The Isaan style dishes that Kin Khao Thai Maynooth prepare originate in Northeastern Thailand which is notable for its complex layering of bold ingredients.

The presentation of each dish is Instagram worthy, with a classic bamboo leaf at every opportunity.

The meats, often marinated, are prepared over an open char grill. Kin Khao Maynooth is the only Thai restaurant in Ireland using a char grill imported from Thailand.

The taste it exudes is out of this world and worth going to the restaurant for alone.

Jayna said: “In Thai-

Worth entering the belly of the beast RUNNING this page can be both a blessing and a curse. Sometimes when going for a pint now, it can be hard not to start overthinking it.

Having said that, when you get pointed in the direction of a pint that meets the acclaim, there’s not much better a feeling.

Originally known as O’Neill’s or “The Convent” the bar didn’t become The Dragon until 1962 when Edward Gilen bought it.

The area around the bar is full of history. @guinnessadvisor

On the wall beside the pub, there is a commemorative plaque dedicated to the men who fought at the Battle of Tallaght. Part of the Fenian rising in Dublin in 1867, thousands of men gathered on Tallaght hill armed and ready for rebellion.

Due to poor organisation and infiltration from British intelligence, that rising never gathered enough momentum; however, the old constabulary barracks on the main street (now a funeral home) was the

scene of an engagement that became known as the Battle of Tallaght.

As soon as I walked in, every lad sat at the counter turned their head. I’ve started to think this is a sign that there is Guinness worth protecting from outsiders. Despite this, the clientele and staff are as friendly as they come once you’ve a pint in your hand.

The pint was smooth, full, and the taste was exactly where it should be. Served from the upper level bar at the

right temperature, it’s certainly worth entering the belly of this beast.

The Dragon Inn, Tallaght

land an open charcoal grill is the standard method of cooking for generations of cooks in Thailand. The taste is the best and it is something that cannot be substituted.

“Authenticity is the benchmark for Kin Khao Thai. Traditional cooking styles and recipes. All made in house.”

Michelin chefs Tong and Bank are preparing these authentic Isaan style dishes at affordable prices, using local ingredients.

Recommended to try at the end the meal, is The Trio desert, which includes, poached pumpkin in coconut milk with cinnamon cream and Tapioca Coconut Cookies, Thai Tea Ice Cream and Pandan Cake with Coconut Ice Cream.

Located in Greenfield Shopping Centre in Maynooth, there is more than enough parking to accommodate Kin Khao Thai’s rapidly growing following. There is also fantastic transport links within short walking distance.

Kin Khao Thai Maynooth is open six nights a week and closed on Tuesdays. There is a pickup and delivery service also.

Janya and Adam Lyons have become a staple of the culinary community and should be applauded for bringing authentic traditional, regional style Thai dishes to Ireland. www.kinkhaothai.ie

O’Donnells release two new flavours

WHEN you see your colleagues at Dublin Gazette scoff four big bags of a new brand of crisps in minus two minutes, you know you’ve a hit on your hands!

O’Donnells Hand Cooked Crisps have launched two new limited-edition flavours, so if you want to try them, you’ll need to be quick!

The family-run company called on their cousin, model and author Roz Purcell, to help launch the range; O’Donnells Spiced Chutney and ’Donnells Aromatic Sweet ‘n’ Sour Flavour.

I overheard it in the office being called “a lovely dinner in a bag”.

Recyclable black plastic range launching FULLY recyclable detectable black plastic trays packaging will feature on over 100 individual Tesco own-label products before the end of December this year.

At its recent national supplier briefing involving over 300 of its own-label and branded suppliers Tesco, in its ambition to end hard-to-recycle plastics in its business before the end of 2019, confirmed it has launched fully recyclable packaging across a suite of its own-label meat, chilled ready meals and fresh produce lines.

Pigment changes in this Tesco packaging, which involves infra-red detectability in black plastic trays used for meat and other products, will mean 448 tonnes of plastic* can now be recycled.

The move is part of the company’s global commitment to make all its packaging fully recyclable by 2025.

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ENTERTAINMENT GOINGOUTOUT Jojo Siwa plays 3Arena on November 7

NOVEMBER 7 (THURSDAY)

Jojo Siwa @ 3Arena, €39 Giggs @ The Olympia Theatre, €24 Alice Jemima @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €13 WhenYoung @ The Button Factory, €17

NOVEMBER 8 (FRIDAY)

Machine Head @ The Olympia Theatre, sold out Metal legends are sure to shake the Olympia Theatre to its very foundations.

The Tallest Man On Earth @ Vicar Street, €35 NC Grey @ The Sugar Club, €15 Isaac Butler @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €13

The Midnight @ The Button Factory, €22 The Rendez-Vous @ The Workman’s Club, €10

NOVEMBER 9 (SATURDAY)

Brave Giant @ The Olympia Theatre, €22 Zestra @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €13 AA Bondy @ The Workman’s Club, €16

NOVEMBER 10 (SUNDAY)

Lizzo @ The Olympia Theatre, sold out Mat Kearney @ Whelan’s, €21 Piersi @ The Workman’s Club, €25 CheryM @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €14

NOVEMBER 11 (MONDAY)

Tinariwen @ The Olympia Theatre, €34 Lucy Spragga @ The Button Factory, €18

NOVEMBER 12 (TUESDAY)

All Tvvins @ Whelan’s, €24 Snarky Puppy @ The Olympia Theatre, €43 Charlie Cunningham @ The Button Factory, €17 Under Starling @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €5

NOVEMBER 13 (WEDNESDAY) All Tvvins @ Whelan’s, €24

Lacuna Coil

Giving it all amid the curveballs ITALIAN metal band Lacuna Coil - meaning empty spiral - are a bit of a temple in a rare realm. A heavy but melodic act known for their theatrical stage performances, they come from a corner of the world little-known for its metal, yet they’ve topped two million worldwide album sales, and tour the globe relentlessly.

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Their themes might draw on gothic inf luences and blistering, pounding guitars, but they also touch on some of the tougher, emotional aspects of life, as Andrea Ferro, one half of their sharp vocal duo, tells me.

“We’ve been mostly exploring the human

sphere in our albums and probably the strongest concept we have is that life isn’t perfect, and very often throws curveballs at you.

“You have to make the best out of it, you have to accept dark times in order to overcome it and make it better. It’s ok not to be ok all the time,” he says.

Coming from that relatively isolated corner, at least from their genre’s perspective, has helped Lacuna Coil develop, though Ferro is modest

enough to put their success down, at least in part, to coincidence.

“We are still one of the few metal bands out of Italy to have had an impact on the intern a t i o n a l ro c k /m e ta l scene,” he says.

“I think that our label at the time was sort of ‘collecting’ metal bands with a strong identity from all over Europe and they wanted to get one from Italy too, so we were presenting the right thing at the right time from the right place

I guess.

“Probably being Italian has helped us having a more personal approach to the genre.”

Latest single, Reckless, very much deals with pushing back against modern society, an obvious source of the Italian’s frustrations.

“It feels great, the song it’s really a call for freedom, liberate your mind and just go for it,” Ferro explains.

“Do what you feel.

There are way too many pressures in our society, too much pre-cooked overly worried politically correct nonsense.

“The song is an invitation to be yourself and feel alive but also to

“

You have to make the best out of it, you have to accept dark times in order to overcome it and make it better think outside the box, it’s ok not to fit in all the time.”

W h e n i t co m e s to thinking outside the box, Lacuna Coil certainly do it with their live show, which has become renowned for its costumes and theatrics.

“In our world, music and visuals go hand in hand and the costumes a n d m a ke u p a re a n important part of it.

“It’s like seeing a theatrical play without the costumes, it’s not the

same.

“Not every band needs to have this, but for us it makes the show way more complete.

“We usually start to imagine the costumes for the live show when we work on the basic concept behind the album, it takes time to find the right thing and you have to think about it in advance.

“We spend a lot of time on the road and far away from our families and friends, we are will-

ing to sacrifice this but it has to be worth it, we are not going to settle for an average show.”

As for playing in Dublin? “There’s going to be head banging, screaming, jumping, singing along,” Ferro says.

“It’s going to be a fun show with some Lacuna Coil classics, and some new tunes plus a really good touring package.”

Bring on the noise.

Lacuna Coil play The Academy, Dublin on November 14.

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This week, we look at using computers, getting help CHALLENGE YOUR FOR FUN! withBRAIN...JUST major tasks and home support

Check out the Care and Repair service for home assistance AS WE GROW OLDER basic household tasks can become very difficult to manage. Even something as simple as changing a light bulb can become a major problem for an older person, who is not in a position to climb on a chair to change the bulb.

Other household tasks such as trimming hedges, installing smoke alarms, changing locks, painting and moving furniture cause similar difficulties.

Care & Repair is a service that helps to keep people living in their own homes in increased safety and comfort. Volunteers carry out DIY work for older people free of charge. They also keep a list of local tradesmen whose contact details can be provided for paid work, where jobs are too large for volunteers.

The vision of the programme is to enable older people to remain in their own homes, in their own communities, living as independently as possible, through the improvement of their housing conditions and their level of comfort, security and wellbeing.

The purpose of Age Action’s trade referral service is to provide older people with a list of tradesmen in their local area. Their service aims to prevent older people from being ‘ripped off’ by rogue tradesmen.

Learn more about PCs with Age Action’s course H AV E YO U E V E R wished that you had more computer knowledge and feel that you have been left behind in this fast moving world of ever-changing technology? Well, don’t despair – help is on the way.

More than 35,000 Irish people have benefited from Age Action’s Getting Started Computer Training programme, which provides training in computers, smartphones and the Internet for people over the age of 55 all over Ireland.

Their volunteers and learners come from all walks of life. Learners range from people who have literally never even switched on a computer before, to those who know the basics, but want a little more practice.

As part of the fight against digital exclusion, Age Action’s Getting Started Computer Training programme

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What type of jobs can I get done?

A huge variety! They do the smaller jobs that you cannot get a tradesman to do such as changing lightbulbs, putting up shelves, installing a grabrail, installing a smoke alarm or a carbon monoxide alarm.

What will using Care and Repair cost me?

The small jobs provided by the Care & Repair service are free of charge. Clients only pay for the materials required.

How many jobs can I get done under the Care and Repair Service?

As many as you want or need. However, they aim to spend no more than two hours per visit.

They can do several jobs within that time frame and can call back another time if more work is required.

delivers free training on computers, tablets and smartphones to people over the age of 55.

Since 2006, Age Action has trained more

than 35,000 older people in 14 counties with the assistance of thousands of volunteer tutors.

The training takes place in small classes

The programme delivers free training on compuers, tablets and smartphones to people over the age of 55

g ro u p s a n d r u n s i n libraries, community centres, schools, colleges, family resource centres, corporate offices, and housing complexes for older people.

Funding has come from a variety of sources such as government grants, corporate donations and grants, public donations, charitable foundations and Dublin

City Council.

If you are interested in enrolling in a oneto-one Getting Started class with one of their trained volunteers starting soon, or you know an older friend or relative who you think might benefit, please call the Age Action Getting Started team on 01-4756989 for more information.

Stay in your home as long as possible with HSE help 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, and personal care, such as showering.

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. 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.

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.

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.

Further information on CDHS is available in the Home Support Service for Older People Information Booklet.

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COUNTY CHAMPS: HURLING: BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S delivered their fourth Dublin Senior Football Championship in impressive fashion, setting up a Leinster SFC quarter-final with Louth champions Newtown Blues this Sunday (1.30pm, Drogheda).

The Firhouse Road side led from start to finish, in this west-Dublin derby against Thomas Davis.

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Leinster slay Dragons with 50-point haul  sport@dublingazette.com

DAVE Kearney and James Lowe both touched down twice as Leinster Rugby ran out 50-15 bonus point winners over Dragons in rain-soaked conditions.

Kearney took his Guinness PRO14 season’s haul to five tries in three matches, while 20-year-old Academy out-half Harry Byrne marked his first start with a try and five conversions in a man-of-the-match performance.

Michael Bent, with his second score in three games, Kearney and Byrne all touched down to establish a 19-8 half-time lead. Dragons deserved to be closer on the scoreboard but an opportunist Jordan Williams try did keep them in contention.

Nonetheless, Leo Cullen’s men were in rampant form in the second half as efforts from Ronan Kelleher, Kearney, Lowe (2) and replacement Hugh O’Sullivan took them to the half-century mark. Owen Jenkins scored Drag-

ons’ second try from a last-minute turnover.

Settling the quicker of the sides, Leinster pressed from a lineout won by captain Devin Toner. Dragons did well to hold the maul at bay but Bent was able to burrow over from a close-in ruck, eight minutes in.

Sam Davies responded with a penalty, rewarding an initial surging break from Taine Basham.

Kearney’s first try was countered

by Williams’ effort but the hosts were soon racing off into the distance/ Leinster’s third try arrived when Byrne’s close-range run-in from a Jamison-Gibson Park pass ended with the Ireland Under-20 Grand Slam winner scoring his second in the senior shirt after a TMO check.

He also converted his own touchdown, and the home crowd were treated to a rampant second half display from the province. They racked up five tries and 31 points in a tremendous 21-minute spell.

James Lowe escapes a tackle en route to one of his two tries last Friday at the RDS. Picture: Martin Doherty

It puts Leinster in great shape for their first interprovincial tie of the season as they take on Connacht – second in Section B – on Friday evening (7.35pm) at the Showgrounds.

“Dragons were very good until a certain point where we could score a few tries,” said backs’ coach Felipe Contepomi of the challenge ahead.

“Sportsground is another story. Connacht is one of those teams in form at the moment.

“Always, it has been a difficult part of the world to play in because conditions could be tricky. As much as it could be of more use to rival teams, those conditions, it’s the passion and how they play their game.”

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SOCCER: 32-YEAR WAIT FOR FAI CUP FINALLY OVER

BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S LUCAN SARSFIELDS SENIOR A Football Champions!! Huge congrats to our players and management on winning County Final WELL donethe to the Junior A laon Sunday. Big thanks to all our supporters for coming out and supporting the lads.

Our footballers will face Louth Champions Newtown Blues in the Leinster Quarter Final in Drogheda next Sunday 10th of November at 1.30pm. Hard luck to our Intermediate Footballers on their loss in their Championship Final at the weekend over Kilmacud Crokes. Well done to our U15A Hurlers on their A shield championship win on Sunday and our U15B Hurlers who won Division 4 League title at the weekend. Best of Luck to our U16 Hurlers in the Championship Final v Kilmacud Crokes next Sunday.

Come along to our Boden Theatre Group hilarious musical production of “50 Shades Of Boden” from the 13th-16th November with tickets only €10. Call Carol on 086-4070015 or Ger 0868516387 for reservations!

As Ballyboden St Enda’s 50th Gala Gathering Celebration approaches why not find out more from some players, mentors and members who have contributed to the club’s success. Log on to www.ballyboden.ie and check out our social media pages to find out more from our Fifty from 50 profiles.

Join us to celebrate 50 years of Boden on Friday 29th of November for our Gala Gathering in the Citywest Hotel - Contact Liam Deane for enquiries on 087 6471121.

THOMAS DAVIS THIS week’s Lotto No’s 6,15,17 & 20 Jackpot not won. Next Week’s Jackpot €10,000.

Academy resumes this Saturday 2nd November, 10.00 till 11.00 on the All Weather Pitch. Any queries please contact Stephen Stewart on 087 679 5720 An upcoming fundraiser for the O’Neill Family Medical Fund in Ahernes pub on Friday 22nd Nov. Looking for lads to volunteer for a head shave or leg wax, sponsorship cards will be available shortly for anyone taking part, Cards are available in the Club. Any players who wish to participate contact Colin Browne 086 207 7773.

Commissions to the Senior Football Team

and their Management on the Senior Football Championship Final defeat by Ballyboden St Endas.

The team performed heroically on the day and all Club Members and Supporters are extremely proud of their display. Best wishes to Ballyboden St Endas in their Leinster Club Championship.

Congratulations to the Minor Football Team who defeated Skerries Harps in the Minor A Football Championship Semi Final and have now qualified to meet Castleknock in Sunday 10th November at a time and venue to be decided. Under 21 Football Team were defeated by Cuala in the Championship.

Shamrock Rovers get the party started. Picture: George Kelly/Shamrock Rovers

Rovers return to promised land FAI SENIOR CUP FINAL Shamrock Rovers 1 Dundalk 1 Rovers win 4-2 on penalties  DAVE DONNELLY sport@dublingazette.com

AFTER the crippling tension of the previous 120 minutes, there was eerie calm in the air as Gary O’Neill made the long walk forward from the centre circle to the penalty spot.

Moments earlier, the heart of every Shamrock Rovers fan was well and truly in mouth when Jordan Flores’ spot-kick squirmed through the hands of Hoops keeper Alan Mannus.

The Belfast man, as he had with Daniel Cleary’s previous kick, went the right way but couldn’t keep hold on the slick surface so it fell to O’Neill to seal a record 25th FAI Cup title.

The last penalty the midfielder took was for UCD back in April when he was brought down in injury time against Cork City, and duly hit the net to seal a remarkable comeback win.

For a Kerryman, a lastminute spot-kick against Cork is a big deal but the cup final at the Aviva Stadium in front of 33,000 is another level of nervewracking – he didn’t show it.

O’Neill calmly sent Dundalk keeper Gary Rogers

the wrong way and made a beeline for the Shamrock Rovers’ ultras section behind the goal, leaping with delight as he ran.

Rovers’ 32-year FAI Cup drought was the longest in the history of a club for whom the national trophy holds a particular allure and significance.

The last time they won, in 1987, was the year the fabled Glenmalure Park closed, ushering in 20 years of homelessness until they finally moved into new digs at Tallaght Stadium.

As the clock ticked through to the third minute of added time, it appeared Stephen Bradley’s side had finally gotten the monkey of their backs.

Aaron McEneff’s penalty in the 90th minute, after Aaron Greene had been brought down by Rogers, looked to be enough for Rovers to see out a deserved victory.

The architect of that goal, Graham Burke, had been replaced by the defensive-minded Greg Bolger moments earlier in a bid to see out the final moments.

Burke’s superb step and one-two with Greene, following an incisive pass from O’Neill, saw the striker scamper through before being sent tumbling by Rogers.

McEneff, who scored the

first of his three penalties during the regular season with a deft Panenka-style chip against his former club Derry City, kept his nerve and hit the net.

Ecstasy soon turned to deflation as, with virtually the last kick the game, a deflection off man-of-thematch Roberto Lopes sat up for Michael Duffy who finished wonderfully on the volley.

It was cruel on the Hoops, who had played most of the attacking football in the game to that point, and they now had to negotiate another 30 minutes without the creative Burke. Still, they boasted

four other senior internationals in Lopes, Mannus, Jack Byrne and Joey O’Brien, while the introduction of Danny Lafferty in extra time made it six.

The experience of the mammoth Mannus told in the final minute of extra time as he pulled off a wonderful sprawling save to turn Georgie Kelly’s close-range shot around the post.

He stood tall again in the shoot-out, watching Duffy’s effort cannon back off the bar before palming Cleary’s kick away – the stage was set for O’Neill, and he delivered.

Aaron McEneff celebrates his goal in normal time. Picture: George Kelly/Shamrock Rovers

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BASKETBALL: INCREDIBLE RUN OVER AS SAINTS PROVE TOO STRONG

Eanna unbeaten run ends MEN’S SUPER LEAGUE  sport@dublingazette.com

DBS Éanna suffered their first loss of the season with a 70-55 loss to DCU Saints in north Dublin.

Saints got off to an early 21-14 lead in the first quarter through great work on offence from Graham Brannelly.

The lead was extended in the second quarter, despite the best efforts of Éanna’s Paris Ballinger, who converted three straight three pointers.

But Kevin Lacey converted replied with two big threes to see DCU hold a 43-33 point lead at the half.

Stefan Zecevic made tough shots in the third and fourth quarters for Éanna, but once again, DCU had an answer with Michael Bonaparte – who finished the game with 20 points – Martin Neary and Charlie Coombes steadying the ship and leading them to a hard fought victory.

Abbey Seals Dublin Lions lost out 76-93 to Keane’s SuperValu Killorglin on Saturday evening. A strong opening quarter from Killorglin saw them lead 17-26, with Allan Thomas a stand out, finishing the game with 29 points.

Lions battled back into the game in the

second, closing the gap to 43-51 at half time thanks to the scoring of Ramonn Nelson,and Muhamed Sabic. Killorglin narrowly increased the lead 66-76 by the end of the third, with the help of Rami Gahanem and Colin O’Reilly, while Thomas came up big down the stretch creating some breathing room on the scoreboard, to see Killorglin get a big road win on a final scoreline of 76-93 winners.

“I’m very happy with the result, after our struggles on the road this season,” stated O’Reilly afterwards. “The score line does not do Lions justice and there was only a two minute stretch where everything went our way, that helped us gain the cushion down the stretch.

“We had key contributions across the squad and will continue to build on our past two performances.”

Maree overcame the challenge of Griffith College Templeogue with ease on Saturday evening, defeating the 2019 Champions Trophy champions 83-71 in Galway.

Maree led from the start, with big defensive displays keeping Templeogue to just 27 points in the first half. Big performances from Darin Johnson, Kenneth Hansberry and Paul Freeman saw them keep control of the pace of the game to run out 12-point winners.

DCU Saints prepare another attack against Eanna

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Celtics downed

by Cork’s Glanmire LIFFEY Celtics succumbed to a 73-51 defeat at the hands of Ambassador UCC Glanmire in the women’s Super League last weekend.

Celtics had stormed into an early lead by the midway mark of the first, but Glanmire soon settled and trailed by just three at the end of the first, 22-19 but they fell behind by half-time 40-32.

A close third quarter followed with Kylee Smith and Aine O’Connor making some big defensive stops for Liffey but Glanmire soon began to pull away.

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LUCAN SARSFIELDS A DRAMATIC end on Tuesday night in the club, but a resolute Jnr A football team held out for a great win and are through to yet another Junior football Championship Final.

Our Minor B hurlers lost out in a semi final on Wednesday night, a very good performance but were just that bit unlucky against a team from a higher league. Well done to all involved on a strong year overall.

A Good win for our U21 footballers on Saturday, they made hard work of the second half but held out for the one point win. Minor A Ladies footballers went down in the the Semi Final of the A Championship to a strong NaFianna, still a very good year for this young team, who stepped up from Div 2 to the A Championship and making a semi-final is a great achievement, so a big well done, I am sure they’ll be aiming to go further next year.

ROUND TOWER, CLONDALKIN BEST of luck to our Under 16 Hurlers who play a Championship Final this coming Saturday against O’Tooles in Parnell Park. Throwin is at 1.30pm and all support welcome. And our Under 16 Ladies Footballers are facing into a Championship Final after defeating Round Towers Lusk over the weekend.

Details regarding the final against Skerries Harps will be published on the website when available.

Last week our Senior Footballers consolidated Adult Football League 2 football for 2020 with a comprehensive win over Naomh Olaf. Thanks to players and management for commitment this season.

Round Tower GAA Club has partnered with South Dublin County Council and Repak for a green initiative that will help our supporters go green and raise money for the club.

SOCCER: GREENOGUE CLUB UNDONE IN THRILLER

Peas denied treble

by Wexford Youths FAI WOMEN’S CUP FINAL Wexford Youths 3 Peamount United 2  sport@dublingazette.com

PEAMOUNT were denied a treble a the final hurdle by Wexford Youths as they were denied the 2019 Só Hotels FAI Women’s Cup Champions after a 3-2 defeat in Aviva Stadium.

The Greenogue club had already won the Wo m e n ’s N a t i o n a l League and the League Cup earlier in the 2019 but the last piece of the jigsaw proved just out of reach.

Indeed, Tom Elmes’ side never trailed in an entertaining Cup Final, and took the lead in the third minute. Player of the Match Lauren Kelly scored her first of two goals, with a shot from outside the box. Peamount goalkeeper Niamh Reid-Burke was left flatfooted as the Youths took an early advantage.

The Peas equalised just after the half-hour mark.

Former Republic of Ireland international Karen Duggan’s first-time effort flew into the top left corner, giving Ciamh Dollard no chance in the Wexford goal.

Peamount’s Eleanor Ryan Doyle gives chase to the ball. Picture: Eddie Cullen

The sides were level for less than 90-seconds, however, as Kelly’s effort from the edge of the box looped over Reid-Burke to give her a second goal in the Cup Final, as they took that lead into the break.

Peamount equalised

NEW MANAGERS Duo to head up camogie side JOHN Treacy (right) and Willie

Braine (left) will be the joint Dublin camogie managers for the 2020 season following their appointment this week.

They will be supported by ane Nicoletti (Athletic Development Coach and Strength and conditioning), Tadhg Dornan (match day statistics), Laura McCague (physio) and Lorraine Keane (female liaison officer) for the upcoming campaign.

Picture: ilivephotos.com

for the second time, early into the second half.

Eleanor Ryan-Doyle’s effort from outside the box looped over Dollard, but the goalkeeper tried in vain to keep it out.

Fittingly for the champions, it was Wexford captain Kylie Murphy

scored the decisive goal.

The midfielder got on the end of a pass from Rianna Jarrett to score just after the hour mark.

Despite chances for both sides in the final half-hour, it was Wexford Youths who retained the title.

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FOOTBALL: FIRHOUSE ROAD CLUB LAND SENIOR CROWN

Brilliant Boden

DUBLIN SFC FINAL

Ballyboden St Enda’s 0-15 Thomas Davis 0-9  CÓILÍN DUFFY sport@dublingazette.com

BALLYBODEN ST. ENDA’S delivered their fourth Dublin Senior Football Championship in impressive fashion, setting up a Leinster SFC quarter-final with Louth champions Newtown Blues this Sunday (1.30pm, Drogheda).

The Firhouse Road side led from start to finish, in this west-Dublin derby, with Thomas Davis’s superb championship campaign - which saw them beat Castleknock and Kilmacud Crokes come to an end against the 2016 All-Ireland Champions.

Davis had bagged a combined five goals in

their previous two matches, but failed to find the net, against an impressive Boden defence.

At the opposite end, the Basquel brothers Ryan and Colm looked good, along with Ross McGarry; with the talented trio delivering 13 points between them, with Declan O’Mahony and Alan Flood also on target.

In his second year at the helm, former Kildare player Anthony Rainbow steered Boden to Championship honours, in the club’s 50th anniversary year.

“I think it is a fantastic result for the club and for the players,” he said after the game.

Rainbow says it has been a couple of years building up to Sunday’s win.

“I took over the team in January 2018, and coming towards the second year of that we have done incredibly well.

“It’s not just down to individuals. I’ve a fantastic management team behind me. I’ve one of the best coaches in Ireland in Brian O’Regan; Finian Hyland, and Noel Basquel who had been part of the set-up that won the AllIreland the last time, and Kenny Naughton who did a good bit of time with Galway seniors.”

Ballyboden were 0-4 to 0-0 ahead at the end of the first quarter, with Colm and Ryan (2) along with O’Mahony on target.

They moved 0-7 to 0-2 ahead at the break, with a Ryan Deegan 19th minute free breaking Thomas Davis’s scoring dead-

lock, before Davy Keogh grabbed an excellent point from play three minutes later.

McGarry came into his own for Boden on the restart, bringing his tally to four points from play, after adding a trio of scores in the second half.

Davis keeper Robert Crilly worked hard, but Boden pushed 0-10 to 0-5 ahead.

Although the final quarter was better balanced, Boden held the edge to continue their unbeaten run in 21 games across League and Championship this year.

From a Davis perspective, manager Paul Kelly made no excuses, as his sides quest for a first Senior Football title since 1991 continues.

“First of all the best

team won, and my congratulations to Boden. I wish them the very best in Leinster and going forward,” he said.

“They are not unbeaten all year without reason, and they proved that again out there today.

They are a class act.”

Understandably though the defeat was etched with disappointment for the Thomas Davis boss.

“From our perspective obviously I’m a little bit disappointed in the first half.

“Once or twice we lacked a bit of compsure on the ball and a few bad shooting options.

“Against scoring that sort of goal, we knew ourselves that if we were within a couple of points more we were in with a real fighting chance.”

Ballyboden captain Ryan Basquel lifts the cup

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Lifelong Rovers fans savour cup success  DAVE DONNELLY

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SHAMROCK Rovers fans got an opportunity to celebrate their first FAI Cup in 32 years when the staff and squad brought the trophy to the Terenure Inn on Monday night.

The Hoops are the League of Ireland’s most successful side with 17 league titles and, before Sunday, had 24 FAI Cup medals in their trophy cabinet.

It had been 32 years since Rovers had won the cup, however, as the club endured more than 20 years without a home ground and had spells in the RDS, Santry, Dalymount Park and Richmond Park.

Rovers won back-to-back league titles under Michael O’Neill, now Northern Ireland manager, in 2010 and 2011 and became the first Irish side to reach the group stages of the Europa League.

There was a sense that the one missing piece in the jigsaw since moving to their new home in Tallaght was a cup triumph and they delivered on Sunday thanks to a penalty shoot-out win.

“It’s unreal,” Bill Gleeson, head of the Junior Hoops chapter and a fan of the club since the 1980s, told the Dublin Gazette.

“I’m in my 40s and I’m been following Rovers since I was a kid. I wasn’t allowed go to the cup finals in the 80s. [My parents] weren’t sending a young primary school

kid over to Dalymount Park.

“By the time 91 comes around, I’m turning up to finals and you’re expecting Rovers to win, and the reality is there’s a long road we’ve travelled to get to where we are today.

“It’s an unbelievable feeling, and I think it’s been amplified by the bond that the team has built with the supporters. I haven’t seen it anywhere in the football I’ve followed at home or abroad.”

Lifelong fan Mick Kearns added: “I watch the team week-in, weekout, home and away, and to win the Cup after 32 years is off the wall.

“I wanted to win the cup more than anything, and we’ve achieved it. It kind of closes the

door on the loss of Milltown because it was the only trophy we had never won since Milltown went.

“That was really important, mentally. For the players to have achieved it, they’re now down in the folklore and history of the club, and you can’t ask for more.

“When the ghastly deed of selling Milltown was achieved by the Kilcoyne brothers, Martin and Paddy, in 1987, I made a personal plea to myself to do whatever I could do to get the club a home again.

“We achieved it because the fanbase galvanised and we got together and got there eventually after many a court case and many a battle with different groups.”

Shamrock Rovers fans young and old celebrated this week. Picture: George Kelly/Shamrock Rovers