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It’s been a mixed bag on the retail front in Enniscorthy in recent weeks. Our cover page has a positive report on the old Dunne’s Stores building on Rafter Street. On page 21 we carry a report of a recent meeting, a joint initiative of the Enniscorthy Business Association (EBA) and Enniscorthy & District Chamber, which will hopefully lead to a Town Team being set up and a comprehensive retail plan for the town being formulated. The opening tomorrow of M & M Meats on Rafter Street is a welcome development also. However that good news is balanced by the closure of SportsSavers on Rafter Street. All of us should try and support our local retailers as much as possible in the run-up to Easter and beyond.

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A nIght to honouR John bRoWnE A night to honour the retirement from public life of former Fianna Fail Deputy John Browne will be held on Thursday 6th April in the Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy. On the night Uachtarán Fhianna Fail Micheál Martin TD will be in attendance to make a presentation to John. Fingerfood and music will be provided. Tickets are €10 and available from party members in the district or Cllr Willie Kavanagh 0870546803 and Ann Kehoe 087-6780530.

1798 cEntRE REopEnS The National 1798 Rebellion Centre is open again for business. The centre is delighted to welcome visitors from 9.30am to 5pm daily and 12-5pm at weekends and Bank Holiday Mondays (doors close 45 mins before closing time each day). Please note that the centre's restaurant is not currently open.

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Gmail accounts immediately accessed by Hackers Cybercriminals have been using specially crafted URLs to trick even tech-savvy people into entering their Gmail credentials on a phishing website. Once an account has been compromised, the attackers immediately access it and start targeting the victim’s contacts.

The malicious emails come from one of the targeted user’s contacts and they appear to carry a PDF document that can be previewed directly from Gmail. However, clicking the “attachment,” which is actually an embedded image, takes the user to a Gmail phishing page.

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In one case, a school system administrator reported that the attackers turned legitimate messages from the victim’s inbox into phishing emails.

Enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) on Gmail should prevent phishers from accessing accounts once they’ve obtained the credentials. However, experts pointed out that if the attackers immediately access the compromised account, they could also phish the 2FA code.

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A competition for everybody Anne Ward, Maureen McManus and Kathleen Cahill.

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the Enniscorthy & District tourism photography competition is a new bi-monthly competition, run by the Enniscorthy & District tourism committee, to help gather a collection of photos that could be used on the Enniscorthy and bunclody tourism websites and facebook pages to promote these towns and increase visitor numbers which will help create extra employment in the local tourism and hospitality sectors.

Every two months a winning picture will be be chosen and receive a great prize kindly sponsored by local businesses. The Jan/Feb competition had a €50 Voucher prize from Eric Barron menswear and the winner was David Butler. The March-April competition is now open for entries and the prize is a Steak Night Monday for four people in the Millrace Hotel. The winner will be announced

by Enniscorthy & District Tourism Committee in early May. All are invited to take part but please read the important updated terms and conditions on the Enniscorthy tourism facebook page where you can also see the superb winning photo of Enniscorthy at Night from Vinegar Hill by David butler. n

David Butler, winner of the Jan/Feb Enniscorthy Tourism photo competition, receiving his prize from sponsor, Eric Barron (right) of Eric Barron Menswear.

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Offering 2 Free ECCE Scheme years for children aged 3-6. Children from age 2 ½ years also accepted.

There will be an option to drop early or collect late – Booking is advisable for this.

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A number of worthy recipients received their prizes, under different categories, at an enjoyable function in the IfA centre, Enniscorthy, on the night of 1st march 2017, organised by the Enniscorthy tidy town Association.

C l l r. B a r b a r a A n n e Murphy represented the Enniscorthy Municipal District Council and presented the prizes to the winners. The District Manager, Liz Hore, and the other councillors were involved in a Civic Reception in Enniscorthy Castle for the organisers of the National Housing Conference on energy

efficient homes which was held in Enniscorthy on 2nd March.

Billy Murphy, Chairman of Enniscorthy Tidy Town Association, in a short address spent some time on the Association’s involvement in the National Tidy Town Competition and indicated, as they were on prominent display, the Bronze Medals Enniscorthy won in 2015 and 2016. He felt that, with a little more effort and community participation, a Silver Medal is attainable in the near future.

Cllr. Murphy congratulated all the winners and said a

contribution was needed from all sections of the community in order to achieve ultimate success – householders, business premises, local government, state agencies and of c o u r s e t h e Ti d y To w n Association. Cllr. Murphy then presented the prizes.

The ceremony went off very smoothly as Aidan O’Brien had every prize lined up so precisely that it prevented any hint of a Hollywood Oscar type debacle happening here in Enniscorthy. Special Endeavour Awards were given to people in recognition of their

work in maintaining St. Senan’s Old Graveyard, the Grotto in the Shannon and general contribution to the tidiness of Enniscorthy.

Before the function ended, Cllr. Oliver Walsh, Chairman of Enniscorthy Council, turned up fresh from his onerous duties at the Civic Reception and in a few brief words thanked the Committee for the invitation and commended everyone who gets involved in keeping their own area clean and tidy.

The ceremony concluded with light refreshments.

– Sean Doyle

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FESTIVALS IN ENNISCORTHY 2017 Wexford Literary festival: 19th, 20th, 21st May 2017.

50th Strawberry fair & Street Rhythms festival: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th June 2017.

Rockin’ food festival: 4th, 5th, 6th August 2017 (August Bank Holiday Weekend).

Trad fest: 25th, 26th, 27th August, 2017.

Blackstairs Blues festival: 8th, 9th, 10th September 2017.

Santa’s Enchanted Castle: 25th November – 23rd December 2017.

Enniscorthy Tidy Town Awards – prizewinners, organisers and Enniscorthy Municipal District Councillors and staff. cAtEgoRy WInnERS: PUBLIC BUILDINGS: THE ATHENAEUM. SHOP FRONT: JOHN KAVANAGH GIFTWARE. BUSINESS PREMISES: KEHOE'S HARDWARE. MOST IMPROVED PREMISES: ALCAST. NEW DEVELOPMENT: LORETO COMPLEX. HOUSING ESTATES:

SLANEY VIEW PARK. COMMUNITY AREA: BARLEYFIELD. ENDEAVOUR AWARD: PETER QUINN, MICHAEL O'BRIEN, JOHN DUNNE, JIM MURPHY, LARRY DUNBAR, JOHN DORAN, TOM CULLEN. ROSE GARDEN: NEIL CARTY. LARGE GARDENS: SHEELAGH O'LEARY, HIGHLY COMMENDED:

EILEEN HIGGINS. MEDIUM GARDENS: JUDY MOOREHOUSE, HIGHLY COMMENDED: JOHN SOMERS. SMALL GARDENS: BERNIE COLGAN, HIGHLY COMMENDED: MARIA & PAT NOLAN. PREVIOUS GARDEN WINNER: JIMMY & MAl WILSON. CONTAINER GARDEN:

MARIE CARROLL, HIGHLY COMMENDED: JOHN & MARY CARROLL. HANGING BASKETS / WINDOW BOXES: JANE COUGHLAN, HIGHLY COMMENDED: ROSIE O' SULLIVAN. COMMERCIAL PREMISES HANGING BASKETS/WINDOW BOXES JOINT WINNERS: STAMP'S PUB and REID'S OFF LICENCE. n

Focus on mental health… onE conVERSAtIon cAn SAVE A lIfE… county Wexford’s “ASK” mental health campaign gets under Way.

THE fACTS:

 In 2015, Wexford County had the highest suicide rate in Ireland.  In 2016, Marine Watch Wexford volunteers recorded 40 incidents relating to self-harm and people contemplating suicide on Wexford Bridge.  I n 2 0 1 6 , G o o d 2 Ta l k Wexford provided over 3,000 counselling sessions and currently has a waiting list for people seeking counselling sessions.  1 in 3 of us will be affected by mental health issues at some point in our lives – either directly, or as a family member.

The Mayor of Wexford, Cllr.

Frank Staples, launched the “ASK” mental health campaign at Wexford County Council headquarters on 29th March.

The launch was the culmination of months of work by the Mayor and a committee to raise awareness of mental health throughout the county and to encourage more transparency and openness regarding depression and other factors affecting mental well-being.

The “ASK” campaign takes the form of a series of 4 posters.

Each poster depicts a person removing their “happy-face mask” to show their “unhappy face” underneath – indicating their true feelings. Each poster carries the tag line “ASK – one conversation can save a life”.

The posters are designed to encourage those who may be struggling or feeling down to ask for help while at the same

time encouraging those who may be concerned about a friend, relative or colleague to simply ask that person if they are feeling OK or would like to talk.

Supporting organisations include Wexford GAA, Wexford IFA, Wexford Vintners, Wexford Chamber of Commerce, FAI Wexford, IRFU Wexford, and Wexford’s Public Participation Network. The initiative also enjoys the support of Wexford County Council and the HSE, while many local organisations who work in the area of mental well-being such as Good 2 Talk, Wexford Marinewatch, and We x f o rd M e n t a l H e a l t h Association have also rowed in behind the initiative.

The thought-provoking posters will soon be seen in schools, shops, offices, workplaces, pubs, nightclubs, public buildings and sports centres throughout Co. Wexford. n

Mental health protest in Enniscorthy last month.

the commitment on implementing the Vision for change from the current government is failing miserably in co.

Wexford and the south east. that's the view of local cllr Johnny mythen who was one of the organisers of a mental health protest in Enniscorthy last month.

‘The closure of St. Senan's Mental Hospital coupled with the closure of our 24/7 acute units have left mental health services in a state of crisis,’ the

Sinn Fein rep said, ‘Under-funding, under-staffing, bed closures and increasing mental health issues, such as self harming and suicide ideation, are stretching mental health services beyond their present capacity creating unworkable and unsustainable conditions on the ground for staff and patients alike.’

‘The latest announcement of reducing acute mental hospital beds from 16 to 6 in Waterford is another example of dimin-

ishing the immediate emergency care that people need.’

‘The recent spate of suicides in our own county along with unacceptable time-frames for appointments, particularly children, should set alarm bells ringing in government circles.

They should concentrate their efforts to implement the Vision for Change which is now over ten years old and reinstate Wexford's 24/7 acute mental health service as promised in 2009.' n

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Protecting our services print. We believe the economic future and survival of our rural towns, villages and Rosslare Euro Port are dependant on this rail link.”

Sinn Féin Councillor, Johnny Mythen, at the front of the protest at Enniscorthy Train Station against the possible closure of the rail line south of Gorey.

local Sinn féin councillor, Johnny mythen, has been very active in recent months leading the campaign to protect vital local transport services.

A p ro t e s t w a s h e l d a t Enniscorthy train station on 4th March against expected cost cutting measures to local rail services. Speaking at the event local Cllr Mythen said that rail closures would hamper our economic recovery and any attempts to downgrade or close services between Gorey and Rosslare must be strongly resisted.

“A recent internal CIE review states that rail services south of Gorey could be earmarked for closure,” the Sinn Fein rep said,

“The effect this serious loss of services would have on towns like Enniscorthy, Wexford and their hinterlands would be catastrophic… not to mention the choking of Rosslare Euro Port which is the third busiest roll-onroll-off port and has the second biggest number of off-boarding foot passengers in the country.”

“Successive governments have not grasped the importance of our rail services… Seven years ago it was Fianna Fail who allowed the Rosslare to Waterford line to close, now Fine Gael are pursuing the same policy.”

“Rail lines are the future and the answer to alleviating a large proportion of our carbon foot-

buS SERVIcES The continuous underfunding of our national public transport systems is resulting in the abandonment of our rural towns and villages, according to Cllr Mythen who was speaking at a public meeting on the threats to the Wexford to Dublin bus route in Enniscorthy last month.

“The proposed downgrading of Bus Eireann route 2 Wexford to Dublin will be detrimental to communities across Wexford from Rosslare to Gorey,” the Sinn Fein rep said, “The state subsidies provided to Bus Eireann in 2008 totalled €48 million. In 2017 it is €40 million. That's a staggering annual cut of €500,000 per year…”

“Our public service buses are being subsidised by 12% from state revenue. This is miniscule when compared with other foreign nations such as Holland (49%), Switzerland (51%) and Belgium (78%).”

“Every free pass customer public transport carries the Department of Social Protection pays Bus Eireann €4.60 when the true cost is €11.60. However some private companies are given up to 70% of the cost of their free passenger travel, creating a serious divide and delibe r a t e l y c re a t i n g u n f a i r competition.”

Sinn Fein MEP Liadh Ni Riada and Michael McCommisky from the National Bus and Rail Union also spoke at the well attended meeting in the Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy. n

RELAY FOR LIFE in Wexford

pairc charman, Wexford 24 hour event Sat 29th July at 2pm until Sun 30th July at 2pm Relay For Life is coming back to Pairc Charman, Wexford, on Saturday 29th July and Sunday 30th July. This 24-hour, familyfriendly, community event is a team-based fundraiser with the following goals 1. To celebrate the lives of those who have survived/are surviving cancer.

2. To remember those lost to the disease.

3. To fight back as a community by educating people and raising awareness about what can be done to prevent cancer, while raising vital funds to support the Irish Cancer Society’s work.

Neighbours, collegues, family members and friends come together as a team to take turns walking throughout the 24 hour event.

Cancer survivors kick off the event with the Survivor Lap, when survivors walk around the track to be cheered and sup-

A colourful heart at last year’s Relay for Life event in Wexford. Pic: Kenny Ruttledge Photography.

ported by all in attendance. The second lap is the Caregiver Lap, open to all who have supported a l o v e d o n e w i t h c a n c e r.

Following the Survivor and Caregiver laps, the teams join and commit to have at least one team member on the track for the duration of the event.

When not walking, team

members continue their fundraising efforts and participate in games, activities, and entertainment, while continuing to raise awareness and learn how to be an advocate for the Irish Cancer Society.

At sundown, the Candle of Hope ceremony will take place.

This is a time of reflection and remembrance, first with a lap of silence followed by music, readings or poems. Lit candle bags will line the track, each one decorated and dedicated to loved ones lost or to those surviving cancer and will remain lit through the night.

The organisers are looking for teams of at least 10-15 people to join them in July.

Have you ever heard the words, "You Have Cancer?" As a cancer survivior, you are the VIP of Relay, and this special event is to celebrate and honour you.

To register as a cancer survivor or as a team, please email relayforlifewexford@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page, Relay For Life Wexford. n

New Chamber offices At the Official Opening by Minister Paul Kehoe TD of the new Enniscorthy & District Chamber offices, at Templeshannon, on 27th March, were, above, John Burke O’Leary, Chamber President, Maree Lyng, Chamber Vice-President, Sam McCauley.

Below Left: Frank Casey, Michael Bennett. Below right: Roisin Williams, Colum Donagher.

Curracloe to host Irish Open Scrabble Tournament 2017 the Irish Scrabble open, organised by the All Ireland Scrabble Association, is being held on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th April 2017, in the popular venue of hotel curracloe.

A New Player event will be held on Sunday, 9th April. Entry limited to those who have never played in a tournament. Entry fee is €10. 4 games played. For the full tournament: 14 rated games.

Entry fee is €35 to be paid on the day.

To confirm entry please contact John Ryan on 086 395 3846 or events@irishscrabble.org by 5th April for full tournament, or 8th April for the New Player event.

Accommodation to be booked separately, but inform the hotel you are attending the tournament. Phone them on 053 91 37308. If the hotel is full you can try the Robin Hill B&B next door on 053 91 37438.

There may be a B group if attendance figures allow (for those with rating of 110 or below). When confirming attendance please state your preference.

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Important sites for sale Carleys Bridge, Enniscorthy: A site with potential to accommodate 180-200 houses went on sale on 7th March at a guide price of more than €500,000. CBRE is handling the sale of the 8.87 hectares (21.9 acres) which is located less than 2km from the M11 motorway and Enniscorthy town centre. Wexford Co. Co. granted planning permission in 2008 for a first phase of 52 houses but this planning has since lapsed.

Clonhaston, Enniscorthy: Described as an exceptional parcel of development land extending to 23.01 hectares (56.83 acres), zoned “New Residential Medium / Low Density R2” with a small portion zoned Community & Education “CE”. It enjoys spectacular views over the town, surrounding countryside and the river Slaney. It has substantial frontage onto a secondary road and is close to the new motorway/by-pass currently under construction. The auctioneer is Sherry FitzGerald O'Leary Kinsella and the asking price is €1,750,000. n

Aileen Mythen, Emily Carley, Paula Cox, at the Cotton Tree Cafe, Enniscorthy, for the ‘3 Will Tour' concert by Paula Cox, Paul Creane and The Man Whom.

Pic: Patrick Hogan.

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EHRS remembers the Fenians On Saturday 11th March Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment Society diversified into yet another period of our history, gathering at the Corrig Graveyard, outside Enniscorthy, to present arms at the graveside of `an old Fenian` Charlie Farrell to mark the 150th Anniversary of the Fenian Rising on 5th March 1867.

Charlie Farrell is mentioned in the Witness Statement of Thomas Doyle, Wafer Street, in 1916 where he says, ‘Early in 1913, Charlie Farrell, an old Fenian and very old native of Enniscorthy, died in Tom Hayes where he stopped.

At that time Seamus Doyle and Larry de Lacey, both I.R.B. members, were great pals of the old Fenian. Charlie Farrell was buried in the old Corrig Graveyard about one and a half miles outside the town looking down on the River Slaney. All members of the I.R.B. marched at his funeral.’

St Senan’s primary school, Enniscorthy, Confirmation 11th March 2017: Ms. Denise Tyrrell’s class.

Pic: Maria Nolan

The Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment Society re-grouped at the 1798 Centre and in Fenian attire complete with guns and pikes marched down John Street, into Court Street, along Rafter Street, up Wafer Street, across Pig Market Hill and down Cathedral Street into Market Square where Sean Og Doyle spoke of the Fenian Rising and its significance in the build up to 1916 and read The Fenian Proclamation.

EHRS participated in the St. Patrick’s Day Parades in both Bunclody and Enniscorthy and on Sunday 2nd April were invited to be part of a commemoration at Kilcloney Wood, Mitchelstown, where Peter O`Neill Crowley, the last Fenian was shot and killed.

On Easter Sunday, 16th April, they are at New Ross for the annual 1916 Easter event and on Easter Monday at home in Enniscorthy where a re-enactment will take place at Market Square after Mass and Parade to Market Square and afterwards a 2016 Time Capsule will be presented by Chairman of the group, Ray Murphy, to the Athenaeum to be housed there and opened at the next significant 1916 Anniversary in the town.

On 22nd and 23rd April they are off to play their part in the Battle of Ashbourne weekend. The 24th April is Republic Day and will be commemorated at Enniscorthy by EHRS with a march to Market Square and reading of the Proclamation and on 28th/29th/30th April members of the group will join with our friends in Mayo for a commemoration of the Races of Castlebar – in Humbert’s Footsteps.

Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment Society bringing history to life on the streets of Enniscorthy and beyond.

– Maria Nolan

St Senan’s primary school, Enniscorthy, Confirmation 11th March 2017: Ms. Jenna Kenny’s class.

Pics: Maria Nolan Rory O’Connor and Peter Freeman prepare to march in the Enniscorthy St Patr ick’s Day Parade.

St Senan’s primary school, Enniscorthy, Confirmation 11th March 2017: Mr. John Barron’s class.

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Sinead O’Gorman, Lauren Jordan and Chloe Kavanagh in a scene from ‘Family Matters’, to be shown in Enniscorthy Castle on Weds 12th April at 7.30pm.

Little Shop of Horrors!

Short local movies for the Castle Four short movies made around Wexford and starring local actors will be shown in the Enniscorthy Castle on Wednesday 12th April at 7.30pm.

The movies were shot in Clonegal, B u n c l o d y, Ballinastraw and Enniscorthy.

The actors were from the Bunclody Drama Group and included Sinead O'Gorman,

Niall Kennedy, Elaine Jordan, and Chloe Kavanagh.

The movies were the brainchild of Dick Donaghue who has worked with Corman Films (Canada) in Galway and was one of the original members of the Galway Film Centre in the 1990's. moving to After Enniscorthy a few years ago and running some film work-

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Enniscorthy Musical Society will present Little Shop of Horrors from Tuesday 18th to Saturday 22nd April 2017 at 8pm nightly in Colaiste Bride, Enniscorthy.

This is a lively, tonguein-cheek show with plenty of catchy 50’s-style music. It is based in a florist’s shop and features a man-eating plant and an evil dentist. What more could you ask for!

Booking at www.edms.ie or 085-8342140. Tickets cost €12 on Tuesday 18th April

and €15 for Wednesday to Saturday.

The talented production team includes Director: Paul Walsh, Musical Director: Kevin Kennedy, Choreographer: Anne Marie Cooney.

And the equally talented cast includes: Seymour – James Dobbs.

Audrey – Niamh Bolger.

Audrey II – Benny Redmond.

Orin – Neal O’Leary.

Mr. Mushnik – Lorcan Dunne.

Ronette – Ashley Doran.

Chiffon – Therese Canavan Bolger.

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shops in Artbank in Bunclody, Dick teamed up with Elaine Jordan and together they began to write and direct short movies.

Everyone is welcome to the showings at the Castle.

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WEXFORD DRAMA FESTIVAL 2017 L-R: Niamh Bolger, Lorcan Dunne, Mary Dobbs, Bernie Morrissey (presenting EMS with a sponsorship cheque for €1,500 from Enniscorthy Credit Union), Liz Armstrong, Corah Dobbs, Eryn Buckley.

Left: Paul Walsh, Director.

Right: Mary Dobbs getting into character, with Jacinta Roche.

Below: Some of the younger cast members.

Wexford Drama Festival 2017: Committee members and various category winners. Pic: Patrick Hogan.

Naked Music at the Pres!

Popular singer/songwriter Eleanor McEvoy delighted The Presentation Centre audience on 18th March with a fantastic performance from this really talented Irish artist now living in Rosslare.

Eleanor’s powerful voice, eloquent melody and moving lyrics come together in what can truly be described as Naked

Music – the title of her most recent album. It is an amazing collaboration between this most gifted Irish songwriter and acclaimed English painter Chris Gollon who has created 22 paintings inspired by the music of the album.

On Saturday night Eleanor treated us to an eclectic mix of old and new including the ever

Pic: Maria Nolan

Singer/Songwriter Eleanor McEvoy (right) with Presentation Centre staff member, Lisa Byrne.

popular Woman’s Heart, I Wanna Look Like Me, Deliver Me From What You Do, Sophie – a dark number used now in the treatment of young anorexics and Harbour which she dedicated to the late rescue helicopter pilot Dara Fitzpatrick.

She also gave us a wonderful glimpse of her current project – the songs of the famous 18th century Irish songwriter Thomas Moore with her jazzed up renditions of Oft in the Stilly Night and The Minstral Boy, saying that she is obsessed with the man and his music and is also planning to do a TV documentary about him which she described as ‘a bit like pushing an elephant up a hill’.

Gifted musician that she is, Eleanor concluded with O’Carolan’s Concerto on the violin, a traditional number on the fiddle and an Edith Piaf piece on piano – what an amazing talent and how wonderful to be able to see her right here on our doorstep at The Presentation Centre.

– Maria Nolan

All pics: Sean Fogarty.

Enniscorthy Credit Union very kindly hosted the official launch on 22nd March of Enniscorthy Musical Society’s (EMS) production of "Little Shop of Horrors". And they also very kindly presented EMS with a cheque for €1,500 towards the substantial costs of the pro-

duction. Without the support of such a generous sponsor, EMS would find it difficult to put on such an ambitious and spectacular production like “Little Shop of Horrors”.

Speaking at the launch, Bernie Morrissey, representing Enniscorthy Credit Union,

spoke of how proud the Credit Union is to assist Enniscorthy Musical Society in this way.

Bernie finished by saying, “On behalf of Ennniscorthy Credit Union I want to wish you all the very best of luck with the show. As they say in the industry – Break a Leg!” n

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Wexford, 27 April - 1 May, 2017 - www.jestfest.ie 4 nights - 5 venues - 33 comedians JestFest – it’s the comedy festival where you can see your favourite comedians doing their thing in intimate, atmospheric venues all over town. Get up close and personal, so close that you can tell which brand of deodorant they are wearing (60% of them use Lynx Africa!)

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the 10 dark secrets of the irish revolution 14 Apr, Drama Paddy Cullivan of Callan’s Kicks, The Late Late Show, Leviathan and Kilkenomics brings you an audiovisual spectacular a century after the Easter Rising. Using Satire, Imagery, Historical Insight and Song – Paddy reveals the 10 strangest things (and Darkest Secrets) that happened during our Rising, Revolution and Counter-Revolution (Civil War). He also draws parallels with those events’ effects on modern Ireland in a story that unfolds like an addictive whodunnit… “Freewheeling political polemic that makes you laugh while making you think” – The Irish Times.

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Aileen Hayden and Siobhan Busher with Richie Cotter at the Bellfuries final tour gig in The Bailey, Enniscorthy, last month.

Dutch blues band, the Juke Joints, will be playing Easter Saturday in Treacy’s Hotel, Enniscorthy, as a fundraiser for this year’s Blackstairs Blues Fest which runs from 8th to 10th September 2017.

Dutch blues-rockers and winners of the 2012 and 2016 Dutch Blues Foundation Award for ‘Best Dutch Blues Band’ , The Juke Joints have been setting fire to international stages for no fewer than 33 (!) years.

Last year alone they were firing away in, amongst others, Spain, Norway, Switzerland, Britain, France, Belgium and Ireland.

Now, for the first time in 17 years, they return to Enniscorthy, home of the Blackstairs Blues Festival. Don’t miss your chance to see these Dutch Blues Giants who have shared stages with the best that blues has to offer such as Kim Wilson, Buddy Guy, Walter Trout, Rod Piazza & the Mighty Flyers, The Paladins, The Nighthawks, Bonnie Raitt, Sonny Landreth, BB King, Roomful of Blues, George Thorogood, Little Charlie & the Nightcats, Johnny Winter, Alvin Lee, Bernard Allisson, Joe Bonamassa to name just a few! n

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5 April 2017 Brendan Carthy and Caroline Walsh.

Pic: Patrick Hogan.

ENNISCORTHY MUSICAL SOCIETY presents

Maria Mihalikova and Nadlin Mielue at the Blind Collaborations Launch at the Sky In The Ground

The Orchard bears fruit

In the summer of 2016, over 50 people signed up for the “Blind Collaborations” music project for charity, facilitated by Brendan Carthy of Orchard Recording in Enniscorthy.

Their names were pulled out of a hat and put into groups, and each group given a half day slot to come in and record a song from scratch!

Every person had the opportunity of nominating their own charity of choice, and the proceeds of this album will be split equally between all of those charities.

The resulting CD was launched at a well-attended and enthusiastic event on 30th of March upstairs at The Sky In The Ground in Wexford town.

Brendan Carthy remembers the recordings very clearly, “Each weekend last summer was filled up with these sessions, with some weekends even covering up to 4x5 hour sessions to get through the great numbers who took part!

It was very inspiring working with all the people who took part and witnessing the amazing level of creativity, tal-

ent and generosity shown by all!”

Brendan hopes to sell lots of these CDs so everyone’s charity gets something worthwhile and if it’s a success he says, “we might even do another one next year!”

For more information on this project and the charities nominated by the musicians visit facebook.com/ The.Orchard.Recording.Studio or get in touch with the studio on 087-9523253.

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Best of luck to Karl and Julie…

18th to 22nd APRIL 2017

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www.edms.ie 085 8342140 Enniscorthy Credit Union Limited

Best of luck to Karl and Julie of Stamp’s Pub in Enniscorthy as they embark on a new venture – taking over the running of Boggan’s of Kilmuckridge.

They hope to be open this coming Easter weekend.

WEXFORD LIGHT OPERA SOCIETY

National Opera House, Wexford 24th April to 29th April, 2017 at 8pm.

9 to 5, 24 to 29, 04-17!

Wexford Light Opera Society (WLOS) will take to the stage of the National Opera House, Wexford, from Monday 24th April to Saturday 29th April with the high octane show “9 to 5 The Musical”.

The hilarious high energy romp, with music and lyrics from Dolly Parton, is based on the 1980 hit movie of the same name. Set in the late 1970s, it is a story of friendship and revenge being outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic and should have audiences dancing in the aisles.

WLOS welcomes Vivian Coates as Director for this production supported by the familiar and hugely successful WLOS team of Fintan Cleary, AIMS Best Musical Director 2016 for Evita, returning as MD, Nicole McDonald – Choreographer and Eithne Corrigan returns as Chorus Mistress. A top class local cast has been assembled for this production: Violet – Aileen Donohoe.

Doralee – Sharon Clancy.

Judy – Maggs Jacob.

Franklin Hart – George Lawlor.

Roz – Elizabeth Rose Brown.

Joe – Eric Hayes.

Dwayne – Stephen Byrne.

Josh – Cillian Tobin.

Missy – Jane Kent.

Maria – Sarah O’Leary.

Dick – Tony Carty.

Kathy – Antonia Close.

Russell Tinsworthy – Fintan O’Leary.

Detective – Brian Kelly.

Doctor – Michael Benson.

Ticket prices are €20 Monday to Thursday, €25 Friday and Saturday with concessions on opening night and special family tickets and group rates available. The Box Office opens at 38 High Street Wexford only (NOT the Opera House box office) on 11th April from 11am to 3pm daily, telephone 053-9174808. n

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Wexford Light Opera Society‘s Annual Fashion Show will take place on Thursday 6th April at 8pm in Clayton Whites Hotel, Wexford. The Fashion Show will raise funds for the Society’s upcoming production of “9 to 5 The Musical”. The Loft, Industry and Carraig Donn are showing their Spring collections and the event will again be hosted by Catherine “Biddy” Walsh, so great fun is guaranteed. Tickets are just €10 and are available for all WLOS members. The Society will formally launch “9 to 5 The Musical” on Saturday the 8th April with the booking office in High Street opening to the public on 11th April from 11am to 3pm daily. Tel:053 9174808.

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APRIL ENTERTAINMENT All venues are in Enniscorthy unless otherwise stated.

Courtney’s CirCus. Mart Car Park, Old Dublin Road.

Donal lunny & anDy irvine. Courthouse Arts Centre, Tinahely. 8.30pm. traDitional irish MusiC. Stamps. 9.30pm.

Fri 7 KaraoKe. The Hill Bar. Fri 7 Gis a shot of your BonGos Mister. Music.

Sat 8 Wexford Arts Centre.

Sat 8 rap is full - Battle leaGue - last worDs. The Bailey. the iDol. Movie. fundraiser for amnesty wexford Group.

Tues 11 National Opera House. 8pm. Refreshments afterwards. €12.

Tickets from Opera House website or box office. four short Movies. Made around Wexford with local actors Wed 12 will be shown in the Enniscorthy Castle at 7.30pm. Adm Free.

Thur 13 Gavin povey anD the faBulous oKe-she-MoKe-pops.

Music. Wexford Arts Centre.

13-14 haMlet by william shakespeare. Drama. National Opera House, Wexford. traDitional irish MusiC. Stamps. 9.30pm.

Fri 14 KaraoKe. The Hill Bar. Fri 14 the 10 DarK seCrets of the irish revolution. Drama.

Fri 14 Wexford Arts Centre. paDDy Casey. The Presentation Centre.

Sat 15 Sat 15 DutCh Blues BanD – the JuKe Joints. Treacy’s Hotel, as a fundraiser for this year’s Blackstairs Blues Fest. 10pm. pJ GallaGher. Dickhead: A Brief History of the Irish Willy.

Sat 15 Courthouse Arts Centre, Tinahely. 8.30pm. little shop of horrors. Presented by Enniscorthy 18-22 Musical Society. Coláiste Bríde.

Fri 21 traDitional irish MusiC. Stamps. 9.30pm.

Fri 21 KaraoKe. The Hill Bar. MonKey. Drama by Bare Cheek, CWYT, FDYS & Youth New Ross.

Sat 22 Wexford Arts Centre. ennisCorthy toastMasters. Riverside Park Hotel.

Mon 24 9 to 5 – the MusiCal. Presented by Wexford Light Opera 24-29 Society. National Opera House.

Tue 25 the flooD. Drama. A live multi-sensory play in the dark for blind and sighted audience. Wexford Arts Centre.

Fri 28 traDitional irish MusiC. Stamps. 9.30pm.

KaraoKe. The Hill Bar. Fri 28 Kevin lawlor trio. Jazz. Wexford Arts Centre.

Sun 30 Jestfest Ireland’s top comedians perform in Wexford as part of JestFest which runs from 27 April to 1 May, 2017. Four nights across five venues.

See www.jestfest.ie for full details.

GreyhounD raCinG: Enniscorthy Greyhound Track. Every Monday and Thursday night.

Doors open 7pm. First race 8pm. national opera house: For all events see: www.nationaloperahouse.ie 6-9 Fri 7

Enniscorthy Choral Society – victorious at the Kilkenny Choral Festival, March 11th, taking home a first and a second prize.

Our photo shows Aislinn O’Leary (PRO) and Donagh Wylde (Musical Director) accepting the awards.

The Collector

The Presentation Centre Enniscorthy

DIVERGENT – An Exhibition of Work by Lar Joyce Runs until 10th April 2017. In conjunction with Wexford Arts Centre.

This is a free event and all are welcome. Gallery opening hours vary (Monday - Friday). For more information please call in or phone on 053 92 33000.

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CALLING ALL ARTISTS The Presentation Centre is proud to host Enniscorthy’s second Annual Open Call Submission Exhibition in association with the Wexford Arts Centre. The exhibition runs 28th April – 23rd June.

The Open Call was established to celebrate creativity and talent in the locality and to showcase a wide variety of work. There are no limits on size, theme or age in the Open Call exhibition, a reminder that creativity has no bounds. Prizes selected by a panel of judges. www.presentationcentre.ie, presentationcentreenniscorthy@gmail.com, tel: 053 92 33000.

Drop-off dates for artwork are Monday 10th & Tuesday 11th April 10am 5pm. Submission forms can be downloaded from www.presentationcentre.ie or can be picked up at the centre.

The Collector (drama), is at the Jerome Hynes Theatre in the National Opera House, Wexford, on April 21 and 22 at 8pm nightly.

Based on the classic novel

by John Fowles, The Collector tells the story of how one man makes his fantasy a reality.

Frederick Clegg, a socially awkward young man who collects butterflies, becomes infat-

uated with the beautiful, unapproachable art student Miranda Grey. No longer content to watch from afar, Frederick does the unthinkable and resorts to 'collecting' her. Their extraordinary relationship leads to electrifying results.

Directed by Killian Collins, it stars Andrew Holden and Paula Weldon. Tickets €15. Tel 053 9122144. n

CONgRATuLATIONS… Check out “Slaney News” on Facebook for great competitions.

Congrats to Rita Doyle winner of two tickets to Isla grant in the Riverside Park Hotel. And Catherine Dempsey, winner of two tickets to Mike Denver. n

It would be prudent to check all events locally with organisers and/or venues.

Thanks to Joseph Doyle for his help with our comprehensive events guide.

Please email your event details to slaneynews@gmail.com.

FOR LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS…  Check the listing above  Check out our pages 11-17 See Joseph Doyle’s column page 28  Check www.wexlive.com for updated listings.  Facebook:“Slaney News” and “Enjoy Enniscorthy”

Opening night & wine reception will take place on Friday 28th April at 7.30pm. For details & information please call 053-9233000.

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PADDY CASEY Music, 15th April 2017.

After a five year hiatus, Paddy Casey returned last year with his fourth album the secret life of. It was recorded, produced and mixed at home in Paddy’s kitchen by Paddy and Pat Donne. Pat worked on the first album amen (so be it), as well as on the demos for all the other albums.

“Pat is responsible for me not throwing away a lot of songs, ‘Saints and Sinners’ included. This will be my first completely independent record, it’s called the secret life of because it’s a throwback to a recording style I used to have before I signed a record deal”.

“I've also been working with a dance writer/producer called Blujacker on various tunes and songs... one of which appears on the album (Light Song).”

Paddy finished touring his third album addicted to Company in mid 2009 and decided then that it was time to make an album on his own, without a label. He wanted to let the songs come naturally, but found that, almost immediately, they came along in droves. So he began recording them all over the next few years, and in the last 6 months he chose the 11 tracks that make up the new album the secret life of.

“The best thing about this album is that I veered off in any direction the wind carried me. I let my mind wander around and had fun, I suppose I had no one looking over my shoulder or watching the clock. In some ways it was like going back to the start, when I used to experiment lots on a four-track making any kind of music I felt like on the day. If there is a theme it’s definitely something to do with freedom…

On songwriting Paddy says: “I am driven to record and write songs, I always have been...I've been recording bits and pieces since I was 9 or 10. I always thought that musicians were my politicians, teachers, religious leaders etc. I don't even have to wonder about it, it’s like breathing, it’s not really something I can switch off.”

Please keep an eye on Facebook for updates on upcoming events. https://www.facebook.com/thepresentationcentre. always lots happening at the presentation Centre, enniscorthy.

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5 April 2017

Bega’s Charity Day needs your support Bega Barber on Enniscorthy’s Wafer Street has been running major charity events in recent years and that tradition continues on 24th April as Bega will be fundraising for two little brothers, Ciaran and Cathal Martin from Wicklow, who have been diagnosed with lateinfantile Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD) which is a rare, genetic illness with no known cure.

Cathal was born a perfectly healthy boy in May 2014 and was reaching all his milestones like any other little child. His parents, Leslie and Lynda, first noticed a problem when Cathal was having problems walking.

After multiple trips to the doctor and Tallaght hospital Cathal was diagnosed with MLD in December last year. He is now almost 3 years old. As a result of this illness he cannot walk, or even move very much. He sits in a customised, fully-supported chair provided by Enable Ireland.

Cathal’s muscles are so weak that he cannot feed himself, chew or swallow and now he has to fed through a nasogastric (NG) tube.

The rate of deterioration for Cathal has been terrifyingly fast and he may lose what little is left of his ability to speak very soon.

As Leslie and Lynda were slowly coming to terms with Cathal’s diagnosis they were

Check out the Facebook page “Cogs and Kiwi” to learn about, and keep up to date, with the young boys’ heartbreaking story.

Leslie and Lynda Martin with their young, terminally-ill children Ciaran and Cathal a.k.a.

‘Cogs’ and ‘Kiwi’ who will benefit from Bega Barber’s Charity Day advised to get Ciaran, Cathal’s baby brother, tested for the same condition. On 28 February doctors told them the heart-breaking news that Ciaran too has MLD. Tallaght Hospital arranged for Ciaran to be tested for eligibility to take part in a clinical trial in Milan. On 7th March

(Ciaran’s 1st birthday), he was flown to Milan and underwent a battery of tests and is now eligible for The Gene Therapy Clinical Trial. This has given a ray of hope in what has been a very dark time for the family. As Cathal is already displaying significant symptoms of MLD he is not eligible for the Trial.

Ciaran is now beginning a six-month treatment plan starting with an intense Gene Therapy programme, and a course of chemotherapy and he will require 24 hour family support and care.

The Martins plan is to have one parent with Ciaran in Italy and the other will stay at home to look after Cathal’s complex medical

needs and also to look after their other child – a 4-year-old daughter.

Leslie and Lynda’s goal is to save Ciaran's life whilst keeping Cathal as comfortable as possible for the rest of his tragically short life.

They need to raise funds so that they can provide Ciaran

with the support and care he requires whilst undergoing his intense treatment programme.

There are significant costs and challenges involved with caring for two very sick children in two different countries and all support would be gratefully appreciated by the Martins.

Bega Barber is holding a charity day on Monday 24th April for Ciaran and Cathal.

Volunteer barbers are very welcome and live music will be provided on the day. All haircuts on the day will be by donation – minimum €10. Bega has a donation box in the premises to allow people contribute any time up to 24th April. Donations will be counted on live video at the end of that day so everyone will know how much was raised.

Bega has invited some guest barbers and they have agreed to come and join in on that day.

Bega is also holding a raffle in aid of Cogs and Kiwi, tickets €10 and prizes will be: 1. A year’s free haircuts from Bega Barber.

2. €50 gift voucher from Bega Barber.

3. A set of gel, wax, cologne aftershave and luxury beard oil from Bega Barber.

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Bega Barber chArity dAy 24th April in Aid of ciArAn And cAthAl MArtin (Also KnoWn As ‘coGs’ And ‘KiWi’) Who hAve Both Been diAGnosed With A terMinAl illness.

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★Guest Barbers ★haircuts by donation minimum €10 ★live Music

one of the boys, ciaran, may respond to medical treatment but it will cost €250,000. so please support our charity day on 24th April. donations can also be dropped in before that date.

for more information on ciaran and cathal see facebook: “cogs and Kiwi” We are also holding a raffle for cogs and Kiwi, tickets€10, and prizes will be: 1. A year’s free haircuts from Bega Barber 2. €50 gift voucher from Bega Barber 3. A set of gel, wax, cologne aftershave and luxury beard oil from Bega Barber

Bega Barber 64 Wafer Street Enniscorthy T: 087-060 9400 Open Mon-Sat 9am-6pm, except Fri 9am-7pm.

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“Education is not about the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire” – W.B. Yeats VTOS: Enrolling NOW for this September What is VTOS ?

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VTOS has moved premises to the Enniscorthy Further Education and Training Centre at Gonzaga house, upper wafer street, beside the Wilds Restaurant and opposite the old Social Welfare office. Tel: 0539237224.

vtos enniscorthy 2-Year full-time Programmes

If you are over 21 and at least 156 days on certain Social Welfare payments you may be eligible for our free! vtos courses…

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If you are over 21 and have been in receipt of a Social Welfare payment for an average 6 months you may be eligible for one of the excellent courses on offer.

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Courses include a range of vocationally relevant qualifications with accreditation from QQI Level 3 (Junior Certificate standard) to QQI Level 5 (Leaving Certificate standard). This represents a great opportunity for those who wish to upskill, prepare for employment or pursue further studies.

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Enrolling NOW for September 2017. Call in to VTOS in the Further Education and Training Centre or call 053-9237224, and speak to Eithne Agar, Co-ordinator, or email enniscorthyvtos@wwetb.ie to express your interest in the upcoming courses available.

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Slaney Food

5 April 2017

Enniscorthy – huge potential as a Food Tourism Destination

The Kenwood Junior Chef Classes are back in Joyces of Wexford with an Easter Special on Weds 12th & Thurs 13th April making lots of Easter treats!

There two classes, a morning class runs from 10.30am to 12 noon and an afternoon class runs from 1.30pm to 3pm.

The cost of the 2-day course is €30 per child. The class is suitable for children aged between 5 and 12.

For more information or to book, email: marketing@joyces.ie

Be part of the 2017 Eat Wexford Guide The Eat Wexford brochure is a guide to the wonderful foods and food producers in Co. Wexford.

Last year 10,000 copies were printed and snapped up by shoppers, diners and visitors. In 2017 it will be bigger and better: ★ Print run 40,000 copies. ★ Visually more attractive. ★ Specially commissioned illustrations. ★ Marking the location of Official Supporters on the map.

Inclusion in the Eat Wexford Guide is open to : ★ Producers who are members of the Wexford Food Family (www.wexfordfoodfamily.com/ become-a-member/ for information on how to join). ★ Restaurants, hotels and retailers who are Official Supporters of the Wexford Food Family.

The cost to have your business included in the brochure is €89.

Please contact paula@wexfordfoodfamily.com if you are interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity.

To advertise on our Food Page please call 087-2403310 enniscorthy food markets:

farmers’ market every Sat. morning, Abbey Square.

And don’t forget to visit enniscorthy country market every Friday morning in the IFA Centre, Millpark Road.

Food Tourism Idea Generation session held on 15th March at Enniscorthy & District Chamber offices.

Baked Cod with Feta & Tomato

serves 2 ingredients: ● 2 small cod fillets ● 60g feta cheese ● 1 courgette, chopped ● 1 onion, minced ● 1 clove garlic, crushed ● 2 tomatoes, chopped ● 1 green bell pepper, diced ● 2 tablespoons fresh basil ● 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ● 1/4 teaspoon salt ● 1 cal fry light instructions: Place skillet over a medium heat, spray with 1 cal fry light.

Add onions, courgette, pepper and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and mix the tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper.

there is good news on the local food tourism front as cedra (commission for the economic development of rural areas) funding has been made available by the dept of agriculture to help develop enniscorthy as a food tourism destination. the funding will enable the town to develop a brand image, develop a threeyear strategy, and create a stateof-the-art website. the website will be: www.enniscorthyfoodietown.ie and is nearing completion with animated video, responsive content and e-commerce platform for selling tickets for local, foodrelated events.

One of the first steps on the road to creating a “foodie” town was a Food Tourism Idea

Generation session which was held on 15th March at the Enniscorthy & District Chamber offices in Templeshannon. All food-related businesses were welcome to attend and a sizeable percentage took the opportunity to attend and have a creative input. Among those joining the Slaney News at the event were representatives from The Wilds, Impresso, The Holy Grail, Galo Chargrill, The Cotton Tree, Treacys Hotel, AIB, Farmers’ Market, Enniscorthy Municipal District, etc.

The session was facilitated

by O Connell Marketing which is currently working with Wexford County Council on the initiative to develop and market Enniscorthy as a Food Tourism destination.

A guest speaker at the session was Anthony O’Toole who i s F a i l t e I re l a n d ’ s F o o d C h a m p i o n f o r We x f o rd .

Anthony introduced himself and explained Failte Ireland’s Food Tourism Plans for 2017 and highlighted some current and future food tourism trends.

A lot of suggestions were put forward by the enthusiastic participants at the session and many of these will now be part of the three-year strategy currently being developed to make Enniscorthy a mecca for the “culinary conscious tourist”.

Jean O Connell also took the opportunity to announce plans for this year’s Rockin’ Food Festival which will take place over the Bank Holiday Weekend, 4th-6th August. n

Culinary success for Monart Line a baking dish with grease-proof paper and spray lightly with 1 cal fry light, place the cod fillets.

Put equal amounts of courgette mixture over each fillet and top with feta cheese.

Bake for 15 minutes in an oven preheated at 200C. Serve with fresh vegetables.

Enjoy.

– Motivation Weight Management Team

Lots happening at Smyths Cookshop, Enniscorthy handbag cake: thursday 6th april, 10am to 3.30pm, €95 (deposit of €50).

Fashion meets cake! Get your spring tote bag you’ve always wanted and even better it is cake! Learn how to create a beautiful handbag cake, cover and decorate with your own finishing touches and display on a board with a wooden effect. Cake, materials and all tools provided. A light lunch and refreshments also provided. easter kids cupcake class: tuesday 18th april, 10.30am to 1pm, €30 (deposit of €15).

A fun class for children /teens. Suitable for all levels, they will be taught how to decorate these Easter themed cupcakes in a fab new cake classroom. They will learn how to pipe buttercream, model their own toppers with sugar paste, paint and be as creative as they wish. They will take home 6 freshly baked cupcakes decorated by themselves. All materials and tools provided. Snacks and refreshments provided. easter egg eating minion cake... easter tween camp 19th - 21st april (3 day camp), 10.30am to 1pm daily for 3 days, €85 (deposit of €50).

Perfect for kids aged 9 and upwards. Over the 3 days, they will learn how to cover their cake board, prepare their real cake, cover it with sugar paste and decorate it to achieve this fun cake which they then get to bring home, wow all their family and friends before tucking in to enjoy themselves! Cake tools and all equipment provided.

For more details on all these classes, you can call the shop on 053 92 33323.

Alternatively, you can call in store to book, and follow “Smyths Arro” on Facebook.

The culinary team at Monart Destination Spa, L-R: Lorna Rochford, Azaharan Bin Ostman, Noel Hynes, Sven Herreman (missing from the photo Zamri Sani).

cateX 2017, ireland's largest food-service and hospitality show, took place last month at the rds. the event is home to the prestigious chef ireland culinary competitions where the monart destination spa team were awarded five medals.

Talent from across the foodservice industry took part in the competitions organised by Chef Ireland with almost 1,000 chefs going head to head in a series of competitions over three days.

The culinary team from Monart Destination Spa achieved great success with Chef Noel Hynes being awarded a gold medal in the ‘Irish Fish competition’ and

also won Bronze in the mystery basket; Chef de Partie Zamri Sani won Silver at the Open Irish Fish competition; Pastry Chef Sven Herreman won Bronze in the Mystery Basket and a certificate of honour in the Open Hot Dessert; and Chef de Partie Lorna Rochford was awarded a Bronze medal in the Cook Serve Competition.

Chef Noel Hynes from Wexford town had just 30 minutes to prepare and serve his own Irish fish dish recipe in the first competition heat, he was selected the winner of his competition heat and went on to battle it out with chefs from

across the country in the final, where he took the gold medal for his ‘Pan fried sea bass with prawn boudin, braised baby gem with potato maxim and thermidor sauce’.

Speaking about the award win, Liam Anthony Griffin said, “We are very proud of the hardworking team at Monart Destination Spa. They carry out tremendous work every day serving award-winning food. It is wonderful to see a competition like this recognise the team’s very high standards; and for our chefs to have a fantastic opportunity to showcase their passion for great food.” n

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St Patrick’s Day prizewinners

Daniel O’Donnell’s Anam Cara last month the excitement was palpable at anam cara, the luxury b&b on the bruce river at carrigabruce, enniscorthy, as affable owners moira fowler and michael murphy popped open the bubbly and sat back to enjoy the Daniel & Majella B&B Road Trip on rte.

And their excitement was understandable because their B&B featured on the popular road show. Well known singer Daniel O`Donnell and his wife Majella stayed overnight at the premises, described in one review as Irish hospitality with 5 Star American standards. The

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Donegal duo were charmed by the beautiful home that has style, elegance and oodles of taste and yet is very much a home from home for those who stay there.

Moira and Michael are warm and welcoming and pride themselves on the fact that their customers feel more like friends than paying guests and are encouraged to pop into the kitchen and help themselves to a cuppa and a sandwich whenever they feel like it. In fact Moira took great delight in showing me a photograph of Daniel in her kitchen ironing Majella’s blouse!

Moira Fowler and Michael Murphy of Anam Cara, luxury B&B, Enniscorthy, enjoying the Daniel & Majella B&B Road Trip on RTE as Daniel visits Vinegar Hill with local Falconer, Jim O’Connor.

Since the couple took up residence at Anam Cara little over a year ago they have totally transformed both the house and the grounds and indeed calling it a B&B, even a luxury B&B, is doing it an injustice.

Having spent over thirty years in the States, Moira knows everything there is to know about customer service and is getting rave reviews on Trip Advisor and Booking.com. Her warm, friendly manner endears her to visitors and no job is too big or too small for herself and Michael, they will go to great lengths to make your

stay the very best it can be and you won’t get better than that.

But don’t just take my word for it, if you missed the original airing, you can find it easily on the RTE Player.

Ross Road Falconer, Jim O’Connor and his birds, also featured on the programme and viewers were treated to a surprise as the dynamic couple visit Vinegar Hill.

Thank you Moira and Michael for showing me your beautiful home and for putting not just Anam Cara but Enniscorthy on the map and on national TV. – Maria Nolan

The refurbishment contract for Enniscorthy’s Promenade Playground was signed on 21st March by Enniscorthy District Chairman, Cllr Oliver Walsh, prior to the monthly meeting of the Enniscorthy Municipal District.

well done to the enniscorthy st patrick’s day organising committee who do trojan work to ensure enniscorthy continues to have a large and vibrant parade every year. thanks to the various sponsors who make the parade possible, and congrats to the various prizewinners this year: BEST SPORTING GROUP: Rapparees/Starlights Underage.

BEST IRISH DANCERS:

Wexford Dance Academy: Bree Irish Dancers.

BEST PRESENTED GROUP: Monageer Re-enactment Group.

BEST MARCHING BAND: Ballindaggin Pipe Band.

MOST ORIGINAL FLOAT: Edermine Ferry Rowing Club.

MOST COLOURFUL ITEM: Davidstown Scout Group.

ADJUDICATOR'S CHOICE: Enniscorthy Gymnastic Club and Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment Society. n

Heather blazing a trail! thursday 23rd february was indeed a busy day in enniscorthy as mary o’rourke entertained at the library, and minister for arts, heritage, regional and rural affairs heather humpheys toured the athenaeum.

It was a long day for the Minister and her entourage arriving at the Athenaeum at 8.15pm with Minister Paul Kehoe TD, Michael D’Arcy TD, Cllr Paddy Kavanagh and Cllr Kathleen Codd Nolan, having visited several sites in the county including the Wexford Arts Centre and the Forge Craft and Design Centre, before arriving in Enniscorrthy to view the Athenaeum and the Library.

She was greeted and welcomed to the Athenaeum by Chairman, Tony McClean, and members of the Athenaenum Committee and taken on a tour of the 1916 Museum and the Auditorium.

Tony gave the Minister a detailed account of the Rising

in Enniscorthy pointing out areas of interest, along with drawing her attention to artifacts like the Enniscorthy Battalion Flag and the Volunteer Scroll of Honour.

Cllr Paddy Kavanagh, Chairman of Wexford County Council, presented the Minister with the special 1916 pin before leading her up the famous staircase, where Hilton Edwards and Miceal Mac Liammoir first met, and into the beautifully restored auditorium.

The Minister said that she was well pleased with the way government money had been spent on the iconic building and before taking her leave she wished Tony McClean and the committee every success going forward. Tony of course didn’t let her depart without mentioning the fact that more money would be gratefully received to further enhance the viability and sustainability of this historic building at the heart of Enniscorthy.

– Maria Nolan

PROMENADE PLAY AREA TO BE TRANSFORMED we x f o r d c o u n t y c o u n c i l h a s announced plans to carry out a significant refurbishment of enniscorthy’s promenade playground. the refurbishment contract was signed on 21st march by enniscorthy district chairman cllr oliver walsh, prior to the monthly meeting of enniscorthy municipal district.

The contract was awarded to Crawford Group, a Wexford-based company specialising in the design and construction of children’s play areas, skate-parks and multi-use games facilities. Funding has been provided

by Wexford County Council with assistance from the Department of Children & Youth Affairs. The Council took advice from members of Wexford’s Comhairle na nÓg.

Specialist sensory and special needs equipment will also be incorporated

into the playground. This will include eco-tube chimes, an inclusive and fully accessible multi-user wheelchair roundabout and a wheelchair-accessible swing, in addition to a number of other play pieces.

The new design is expected to transform and reinvigorate the playground, providing an enjoyable, inclusive and safe environment for children to explore and play.

Works are due to commence in May 2017 and due to health and safety considerations it will be necessary to close the playground to public use during the estimated 8-10 week construction period. The timing has been arranged to have the playground available during the Easter holiday period, and to ensure the refurbished playground will be open in time for the coming summer season. n

L-R: Cllr Kathleen Codd Nolan, Tony McClean, Minister Paul Kehoe TD, Minister Heather Humphreys TD, John Carley, Wexford County Council, Cllr Paddy Kavanagh and Michael D’Arcy TD. Pic: Maria Nolan.

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Slaney Business & Finance

5 April 2017

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Reception at Enniscorthy Castle for nZeb conference attendees chairman of enniscorthy municipal district council, oliver walsh, hosted a civic reception at enniscorthy castle on wednesday 1st march for attendees at the nZeb building conference the following day, thursday 2nd march at riverside park hotel.

Enniscorthy Historical Reenactment Society formed a unique Enniscorthy Guard of Honour for the visitors as they entered our beautiful medieval fortress and caused a stir in 1798 attire complete with Pikes and Muskets, with all of those attending stopping to chat, admire and have a photo taken with the group. Included was f o r m e r P re s i d e n t o f t h e European Parliament, Pat Cox, who wanted the photo forwarded to him and expressed a desire to visit again for the reenactment of the Battle of Vinegar Hill. Mr. Cox is a reenactment enthusiast having seen some in the States including the Battle of Gettysburg.

MC for the event, the newlyappointed Town Manager, Liz Hore, complimented Moira O’Gorman, Rory O’Connor and the Castle staff, saying that as a newcomer to the town she was hugely impressed with the magnificent venue. Liz also thanked the Holy Grail restau-

rant for the most splendid and colourful array of fabulous food and called on County Manager Tom Enright to address the audience. Tom was lavish in his praise for Michael Bennett and another Enniscorthy man, Tomas O’Leary, saying that they have put Enniscorthy and Wexford County Council ahead of the posse in relation to energyefficient, affordable housing.

President of Enniscorthy Chamber, John Burke O’Leary, complimented everyone involved with bringing the Conference to Enniscorthy and invited all to enjoy their stay in our beautiful, historic, musical, cultural and literary town and to be sure to make a return trip.

Architect, Tomas O’Leary, said that he never dreamed that he would be back in his home town of Enniscorthy speaking to an audience in the Castle. Tomas, co-founder of MosArt, has been living with his wife and two daughters in a passive house since 2005 and is i m m e n s e l y p ro u d t h a t Enniscorthy will have the first scheme of passive housing which is already under construction at the Moyne.

Liz Hore brought proceedings to a close thanking all for coming and inviting all

to partake of the delicious banquet and enjoy the wonderful Castle prior to attending at the Riverside Park at 8.30pm for the Conference Banquet.

– Maria Nolan Opposite L-R: John Carley, Fr. Odhran Furlong, Michael Bennett, and Padraig O’Gorman.

Below L-R: Edel Kelly, Pat Cox, Tommy Sullivan, Aoife O’Leary, Ray Murphy, Tomas O’Leary, Alan and Pat Jones, John Goff and Margaret O’Neill.

PIcs: Maria Nolan.

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Young entrepreneurs Michael Bennett, Roisin Williams, Anne Doyle, Ivan Levingston at the nZEB Conference.

SETV.IE – showcasing Enniscorthy SETV.IE, a licensed online broadcaster and production company, based in Enniscorthy, recently filmed the National nZEB Conference on passive housing. See conference article above.

On the day, SETV presenter, Róisín Williams, interviewed nearly 20 officials and participants including Tomás O’Leary, Director of nZEBRA, Pat Cox, former President of the European Parliament, Tom Enright, Chief Executive, Wexford County Council, and Michael Bennett from the Michael Bennett Group who spoke about the benefit of having such a conference, and what advantages passive housing will have for the county.

Showcased at the conference was an architectural video production of Enniscorthy narrated by Anne Doyle and produced by SETV.IE in association with Enniscorthy Chamber of Commerce.

SETV.IE has a unique online platform giving artists, musicians and local business a chance to broadcast to a wide and diverse audience. n

Chamber Events

for details on all the exciting, upcoming chamber events, contact enniscorthy & district chamber of commerce.

Portsmouth House, Templeshannon. Tel: 053-9232006.

Mon to Fri 9.00am – 5.30pm. admin@enniscorthychamber.ie www.enniscorthychamber.ie enniscorthy’s longest established technology company, datapac, is celebrating 35 years in business by hosting a ‘business after hours’ event, in association with enniscorthy chamber, on april 6th 2017, from 6.00pm in their Quarrypark headquarters.

Representing Enniscorthy CBS at the Co. Wexford Student Enterprise Awards for school mini-companies were L-R: Eanna Doyle, Brian Corcoran and Declan Cullen.

Eanna and Declan won the top prize for “Best Interview”.

Enniscorthy & District Chamber of Commerce

St Patrick’s Day Shop Window Display Competition sponsored by The Echo newspaper group Winner €500 worth of advertising:

Peter Steemer’s Newsagents on Main Street, Bunclody.

Final chance to enter the Wexford Business Awards wexford chamber, in association with wexford county council and supported by the epa, are still accepting online applications for the 2017 wexford business awards but you better hurry as the deadline for applications is thursday 6th april at 5pm.

It's up to YOU to nominate your own business! Your business is as important as any other and you are a potential candidate for an Award. Entry is FREE and it's EASY to apply!

There are 16 categories plus an overall Wexford Business of the Year Award.

Now in their 9th year, the Wexford Business Awards are countywide awards that recognise the entrepreneurship, innovation, diversity and talent of businesses of all sizes and across all sectors. The awards honour Wexford’s industry leaders through the acknowledgement of innovative business processes, product development, enterprise, sustainability and overall business success. who can enter?

Any company within the County of Wexford, whether public, private or third sector can enter, regardless of size or

industry. The Awards are open to Chamber members and non-members. Businesses can enter up to a maximum of three categories. important dates: Application Deadline: 5pm on Thurs 6th April. Shortlisted Finalists Announced: Thurs 13th April. Judging Interviews: Mon 24th April. Gala Awards Ceremony: Fri 26th May. categories: See www.wexfordbusinessawards.ie for category details.

Winners and runners-ups and the overall 2017 Wexford Business of the Year Award, sponsored by Wexford County Council, will be announced at the Gala Awards Ceremony by host, Hector Ó hEochagáin, on Friday 26th May in Clayton Whites Hotel. n

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Wexford Enterprise Awards 2017 wexford county council’s local enterprise office paid tribute to local business heroes at the annual wexford enterprise awards, which took place on march 10th during local enterprise week.

Two small businesses from Wexford Town were the big winners at this year’s County Enterprise Awards, hosted by Wexford County Council’s Local Enterprise Office as part of Local Enterprise Week.

The top prize of €2,500 w a s a w a r d e d t o Wi l l i e Devereux of Scúp Gelato from Wexford Town with runnerup Nicky Lambert of Yellow Belly craft beers, also from Wexford Town, receiving a prize of €1,000. Scúp Gelato will now go forward to compete for a share of the €40,000 prize fund in the final of the National Enterprise Awards, to be held in Dublin in May. Scúp Gelato supplies the food services market, producing top class gelato using a range of seasonal and traditional flavours and fresh Wexford milk and cream. Scúp Gelato supplies restaurants and hotels nationwide, providing a boutique service,

Well done to all of the Co. Wexford Enterprise Award Finalists: Tom and Laura Sinnott from Wexford Home Preserves, New Ross, Kieran Mooney of Mr Oil, Adamstown, Willie Devereux of Scúp Gelato, Wexford (the overall winner pictured above receiving his prize), Nicky Lambert of Yellow Belly Beer, Wexford, Larry & Tiernan Byrne of Club Choice Ireland, Rosslare, and Stephen Crean of Bellehan Electrical Services, Enniscorthy. The awards were hosted by the Local Enterprise Office Wexford and the winner, Willie Devereux, received €2,500 and a place in the National Final in Dublin, and €1,000 went to the runner-up – Yellow Belly Beer.

working with top chefs to develop and produce bespoke flavours for them.

Speaking at Friday’s a w a r d s c e r e m o n y, To m

Banville, Head of Enterprise at Wexford’s Local Enterprise Office, congratulated the local entrepreneurs, saying: “Scúp Gelato are a very worthy win-

ner of this major enterprise award in recognition of what they have achieved here in the county. Because of its drive and determination, the

company employs six people and has already developed an exciting export market, including Dubai and Singapore”.

Four other local businesses were shortlisted at the Wexford Enterprise Awards this year, and they were Mr Oil, Wexford Home Preserves, Club Choice Ireland and Bellehan Electrical Services.

Among the special guests at the ceremony were Mr. Paul Kehoe, TD, Minister with Responsibility for Defence, Councillor Paddy Kavanagh, Chairman of Wexford County Council, Tom Enright, Chief Executive of Wexford County Council and Jim Hughes, CEO of Innovate Limited, a former winner of the National Enterprise Awards in 2012.

The winning entrepreneur will represent County Wexford at the National Enterprise Awards in May, following in the footsteps of the 2016 winner John Hennessey of Hentech Fabrication, Ballymurn.

The County Enterprise Aw a rd s i s ru n b y L o c a l Enterprise Office Wexford in partnership with Wexford County Council and competition updates are on www.localenterprise.ie/wexford n

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Enniscorthy’s Eamonn Doyle and his Catty Town team are busy building a new Platform to bring all aspects of VintageRockin-Roots (VRR) Music and Lifestyle together in one place online. This Platform will be a "Social Networking" platform like Facebook, and a "Trading" platform like Ebay and an "Interest Based" platform like Pinterest.

The Catty Town Platform enables its members to engage completely with their niche interests related to VRR. Catty Town is also the world's first "Community Owned" platform and has so far raised €60,000 in an Equity Crowd Fund. It is still possible to join the tribe of shareholders. Just get in touch and Catty Town will reply with their Tribal Equity Crowd Fund Investment brochure giving all the details.

The opportunity to join Catty Town in their venture won't be here forever so their advice is to Join The Tribe now!

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Seeking retail excellence all parties with an interest in the future of retailing in enniscorthy came together on 23rd march for a meeting in the riverside park hotel, and to hear david fitzsimons of retail excellence ireland offer his advice on what enniscorthy needs to do to revitalise the town.

The meeting, which was a joint initiative of the Enniscorthy Business Association (EBA) and Enniscorthy & District Chamber, will hopefully lead to a Town Team being set up and a retail plan for the town being formulated.

The large attendance listened intently to the expert views of David Fitzsimons and it is hoped that many of his suggestions will be taken on board by individual retailers, the Chamber, EBA, and the future Town Team.

But little progress will be made unless the town’s retailers take ownership of their own destiny and that means if contacted by the Chamber or EBA over the coming weeks and months and asked to help out in some way that they be willing, otherwise the future of retailing in Enniscorthy might be bleak. n

Pic: Maria Nolan

L-R: Michael O’Leary, Moira Fowler, Connie Doyle and Michael Bennett at the retailing meeting in Enniscorthy on 23rd March.

L-R: David Fitzsimons, Liz Hore, Tony McClean at the retailing meeting on 23rd March.

Pic: Maria Nolan

Pic: Maria Nolan

Jimmy Gahan and Roisin Williams at the retailing meeting.

Kevin Hughes, Aine Doyle, Moira Fowler and Maria Nolan at the retailing meeting in Enniscorthy on 23rd March.

Pic: Maria Nolan

Pic: Maria Nolan

Maura Flannery at her new premises on Slaney Street.

Roisin Williams, Paul Cambell, Roger Rosewall and Anne Gilpin at Maura Flannery’s new premises on Slaney Street.

Maura on the move well known enniscorthy proprietor, the affable maura flannery, hosted a reception for a select gathering of friends to mark the opening of her new premises at slaney street on 16th march.

Maura who has been in the souvenir/craft business on Castle Hill for many years keeping the flag flying in the town with her eclectic collections of Irish souvenirs, memorabilia and local craft is excited about the move feeling that one must continue to re-invent oneself or to put it another way, ‘If you stand still you stagnate.’

And there is little fear of this effervescent lady stagnating any time soon. Along with running her own business Maura is also a popular singer/songwriter and can be seen performing at many local establishments around the town. As well as writing songs

Maura has also penned the odd play or two and is at present writing a short story. She has also found the time to be involved with many voluntary groups including Strawberry Fair and the Gospel Choir and has in the past organised Operettas and Christmas Markets.

M a u r a a l s o o rg a n i s e s Walking Tours of the town and is extremely knowledgeable and well informed and delights in dispersing some of her historical knowledge to her shop customers. So if you want souvenirs or local craft or simply a chat about the town and its past, do call into Maura Flannery at her new premises at Slaney Street, Enniscorthy.

– Maria Nolan

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If a picture tells a thousand words… Ibar Carty chronicles the 20th century in Enniscorthy & beyond Ibar carty has opened up his vast photo archives to the Slaney News.

In this 70th of a series, Ibar shares two photos taken in 1961.

If you can identify any of the people featured in these photos, the slaney news and Ibar would be delighted to hear from you at slaneynews@gmail.com. thank you.

Above: ballyroebuck N.S., 1961 taken in Cathedral grounds.

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Left: Mercy boys, 1961.

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A local contributor looks at life today in Enniscorthy and beyond pEnsions scandal The campaign, led by New Ross Councillor Michael Sheehan, against the scandalous change in the qualifying criteria for the contributory old age pension rolls on. The changes, brought about by Joan Burton when she was Labour Party Minister for Social Protection, mean that many people who should qualify for a full contributory pension will be deprived of up to €50 per week.

However, Sheehan has been relentless in his pursuit of this injustice and has had the matter raised in the Dail and elsewhere.

Unfortunately, the present Minister Leo Varadkar has refused to introduce any change to this obvious callous pension rob by the previous government. Our own local government T.D.s have been very silent on this. Of course not surprising in Howlin’s case as he was Minister for Public Expenditure at the time this cut was introduced and as such drove the cutting agenda.

The only way progress on this issue will be made is through public pressure. Sheehan has already organised a petition, signed by thousands so far, and has now organised a public meeting entitled Restoring the Pension Rules and Respecting Retirees for Thursday 20th April at 7pm

in the Horse and Hound, Ballinaboola. Speakers will include Dolores Devereux, Regional President of the ICA, Justin Moran, Age Action Ireland, Willie O’Dea T.D., Mary Butler T.D. and former government minister Mary O’Rourke.

Regardless of any political views you may have this campaign deserves your support.

For to allow any government, of any colour, to treat our elderly in the fashion which Burton did without protest is a reflection on all of us. Remember this may affect you directly if you are at or near pension age, it may affect your parents or grandparents and if you are young you can be sure that it will affect you in the future. If these pension rights are not restored you can bet your bottom dollar that by the time you arrive at the age to collect yours after a lifetime of work you will be told, “Nothing to collect pal.” garda scandals The Gardai in this country have always been held in high esteem by the public in general. However, the revelations of the last few months have shaken this respect to the core. The disgraceful situation regarding the breathalyser issue reaches down into every garda station in the country. This

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View from the Hill is not just a few rogue Gardai pumping a few false statistics into a computer somewhere. It is obvious that hundreds, if not thousands of Gardai, over a period of years, deliberately concocted figures to make themselves look good. The net effect of this falsification is that we cannot currently believe anything which comes from that source in relation to crime statistics etc. Everything is suspect at this point. On top of that many thousands of innocent people have been dragged into court on the non-payment of speeding fines. These people never received fixed charge notices and therefore ended up before a

judge. In one case the judge accused such people of stinking of perjury and made little of them in court and then went on to heavily fine them and give them penalty points. To right this wrong the state must now arrange circuit court hearings for 14,500 people to have their innocence vindicated. And who will pay for this.

You and I. Not one of the higher echelons of the Gardai will be held to account or asked to forfeit their pensions as a result of this debacle. They will, if penalised at all, be quietly retired off on full superannuation lump sum of thousands and full pensions which of course we will pay for

again. I haven’t even mentioned the scandal of Templemore Training College where apparently the Gardai had a slush fund of millions at their disposal at a time when the rest of us were struggling to make ends meet. This money which belonged to the state was used to buy gifts and provide entertainment for the elite. A laundry fund which they had was used to subsidise the restaurant. Where does this end is the question. What else is going on which we don’t know about yet? Currently 17 different enquiries are ongoing into the force. What will these throw up one wonders? Senator Martin Conway, at the Oireachtas Committee on Justice on Thursday 30/03/17, commented that his concern was that if all this is going on inside the Gardai how confident are we that the evidence given in court cases by the members of this force is not equally unreliable maybe resulting in wrong convictions and possible jail sentences. The Commissioner Noirin O’Sullivan had no answer to that. compo culturE Recent court awards to people who suffered relatively minor injuries through accident must raise eyebrows. Every such award indirectly affects all of us, which

we will notice on our insurance premiums. This culture must change and quite honestly our courts will have to cop themselves on. Failing that, legislation to specify maximum awards should be introduced. They’ve introduced legislation to deal with matters much less significant than this over the years.

Enniscorthy Fights Back Enniscorthy Chamber and Enniscorthy traders are fighting back. Despite the slight lift from the terrible recession of the last few years many people feel that Enniscorthy is finding it difficult to pull itself back to where it should be. To counteract this the various business associations and local authorities are working together to enhance what the town and district has to offer.

This endeavour deserves success and we can all assist by shopping and doing business where we can in our own area. There is little point in cribbing about what the town has or hasn’t unless we are prepared to support the existing businesses and their employees whose wages depend on what we spend. n We are often asked: Who is the “View from the Hill” columnist?

All we can say is that the author’s surname is NOT Doyle!

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www.slaneynews.com Bunclody indoor markEt Bunclody has a new indoor market with over a dozen local food producers, artisans and craftspeople coming together every Saturday to offer their wares at St. Aidan's Hall in Irish Street from 11.00am to 2.00pm.

Bunclody Market opened on 25th February with fourteen traders displaying and selling home baking, farm produce, clothes and accessories, jams and preserves, arts and crafts, and much more. The range of products will be extended in the coming weeks and already there is a waiting list for producers hoping to take part.

Part of the appeal for those attending is the availability of tea and coffee in a fireside setting allowing locals and visitors alike

to meet up, relax and and have a chat. Bunclody Market continues every Saturday with doors open at 11.00 am, admission is free.

Bunclody liBrary For a full listing of events see Bunclody Library’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook. com/BunclodyLibrary/events where you can sign up for the monthly what’s on e-newsletter.

Also see the website: http://www.wexford.ie/wex/De partments/Library/WhatsOn/ For the month of April Bunclody library will host two exhibitions: “Bunclody and Beyond” – an exhibition of photography featuring landscape and heritage images and digital art by Jarlath Judge; and ‘Wexford

Tuesdays & Saturdays at 8.30pm in Brennan’s Market Square.

BUNCLODY… Thatch Ceird, Oidhreach, Pobal’, photos and artefacts relating to the use of thatch in Co. Wexford.

Jarlath JudgE – “Bunclody and BEyond” Bunclody-based photographer Jarlath Judge will unveil his latest collection of work at Bunclody Library this month.

The “Bunclody and Beyond” exhibition features local landscape and heritage images and some digital art, and will be launched at Bunclody Library on Thursday April 6th at 5.45pm.

Jarlath is a prominent member of Enniscorthy Camera Club and holds several accolades for his pho-

tography, including a Licentiate from the Irish Photographic Federation and an Artist Distinction from the International Federation of Photographic Art. The exhibition is on show at Bunclody Library during normal opening hours during April.

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beside SuperValu in aid of S.V.P. drama Congrats to Bunclody-Kilmyshall Drama Group on qualifying for the All-Ireland Drama Finals. n

Whist Monday nights St. Aidan’s Hall. art Bank Bunclody Follow ARTBANK on Facebook for updates on all the happenings in Bunclody’s dynamic art scene. alcoholics anonymous Local Meetings are held on

CAMOLIN… over the last couple of months Wexford co. council has been working with representatives from a wide range of groups in camolin village and surrounding area to prepare ambitious plans for the village.

T h e C a m o l i n Vi l l a g e Enhancement Scheme is a response by the local community,

in conjunction with Wexford County Council, to the challenges of the impending Enniscorthy Bypass and its possible effect on Camolin village and surrounding area. The Scheme seeks to address these challenges by developing facilities and amenities that will enhance the attractiveness of

the village, thereby benefiting the local community and encouraging more visitors into Camolin.

Ideas put forward to date include a new picnic area, walled garden, attractive village planting schemes, a new recreation area by the River Bann, walking track and a noticeboard for community activities. n

BLACKWATER… Members of eHRS (R-L): tom boland, Alan and Pat Jones with St. Patrick aka James owens at the bunclody St Patrick’s Day Parade. Pic: Maria Nolan.

Enniscorthy historical reenactment society had a busy schedule on Friday 17th march as they lined out first in the Bunclody st. patrick’s day parade and later in the day were on home turf for the parade at Enniscorthy.

This year the group was commemorating the 150th

Anniversary of the Fenian Rising of 1867 and gave the large crowds at both Bunclody and Enniscorthy an insight into the apparel and weaponry of the period.

Taking their place behind the Caledonian Pipe Band, members of EHRS stepped it out displaying Living

History at its best, performing a ‘Present Arms’ in front of the viewing stand as a mark of respect to the viewing dignitaries.

EHRS is continually expanding its repertoire to include all periods of Irish history.

– Maria Nolan

Some of the women of eHRS at the enniscorthy St Patrick’s Day Parade, L-R: Maria Nolan, edel Kelly, Mary browne, Pat Jones, bridget Murphy and Margaret o’Neill. Pic: Maria Nolan.

Public Participation Network A Wexford Public Participation Network (PPN) County Membership Meeting took place on Monday 27th february at the Riverside Park Hotel, enniscorthy. the event included an expo and networking opportunity, members’ meeting and discussion, and the keynote speaker was Wexford Hurling Manager Davy fitzgerald. our photo shows Sean Quirke, Wexford PPN, introducing Davy fitzgerald.

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Closure of rural post offices Fianna Fáil td James Browne says he is opposed to any proposal to close post offices which serve rural communities in Wexford.

Recent reports have indicated that more than 200 post offices are earmarked for closure under an An Post restructuring plan.

“The scale of the closures being reported is frightening and will further accelerate the erosion of rural communities, which has become the hallmark of this government. Minister Naughton in particular presents himself as a champion for rural Ireland.

However his record in this area as abysmal when you consider he

is presiding over the demise of towns, villages and communities all over the country. The rollout of broadband has been abysmal, roads and infrastructure projects are at a standstill and now… the threat of more than 200 post office closures.

“The Government needs to come up with a comprehensive plan to save our post office network. The emphasis to date has been on determining what post offices can be closed, this attitude needs to change. The focus should be on increasing footfall into post offices to prevent the need for closures in the first place.

This can be achieved by offering additional services in post offices

to help entice people to do business with An Post.

“Post offices are much more than a business model; they are the lifeblood of countless communities, particularly in rural areas… They are a meeting place for older people and people living in isolated areas…

“Rural communities in Wexford have suffered significant hardship in recent years due to the withdrawal of key services. The closure of post offices will only add to this problem and must be resisted. Minister Naughten needs to get to grips with this and come forward with a plan to deliver new services through our post office network.” n

NEW ROSS RIOTS! Fianna Fáil councillor michael sheehan has called for a memorial to be placed for the commemoration of the new ross riots of 1887 – a seminal battle in both irish history and the march for irish freedom.

In 1887 a riot broke out in the Poor House whereby women led the charge to defend people from the oppressive rules of the Board of Governors, operating under the orders of the Marquis of Ely. Cllr Sheehan believes, “We should have a

memorial place in the Houghton Hospital grounds, the site of the original Work House.”

The leading scholar in this area, Virginia Crossman, is giving a lecture about the importance of this event on Tuesday April 11 at 7pm in the New Ross Library. “I'm asking the whole community to attend this event: this history is raw, this history is real. It isn't contrived or fabricated – this happened in our community and the New Ross experiment (that

allowed locals to elect the Board of Governors) showed the power of the people and gave the National League the courage to lead the charge for independence.

“It is unique and I want to congratulate the Library staff and Archives for working to show the richness of our history and for inviting Prof. Crossman over… (and) I want to see a commemorative plaque or statue for those who stood up for their rights in 1887.” n

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a new honda civic has just arrived in dealers. this is the tenth generation of the civic, a model that accounts for over 50% of honda’s sales in ireland, so this is an important new model for the brand.

Honda speak about a ‘dynamic rejuvenation’ of the Civic, and the new car has been engineered with a renewed focus on rewarding driving dynamics. Everything is new: new platform, new interior, new styling and new engines.

The new Civic looks very sporty with pronounced wheel arches, an aggressive nose, slim headlamps and large intakes set in the bumpers front and back. Inside, the interior design has been vastly improved with a simple, horizontal design and some plusher cabin material finishes.

The Honda Connect infotainment system is standard on all but the base model, and is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Honda is also raising the

game in terms of safety equipment with the launch of the new Civic. The Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver-assistance technologies come as standard across the range including lane departure warning, lane keep assist, traffic sign recognition and forward collision warning.

Like most new cars these days, the new Honda Civic is longer, wider and lower than the car it replaces, and the new platform has boosted interior space. Front shoulder room has been increased by 10mm, and space between the front seats has increased by 30mm.

There is 95mm more legroom in the back. Honda’s ‘magic seats’ are now gone, an innovative feature that allowed you to flip up the rear seat cushions to carry tall items, but the 478 litre boot is big for this size of car.

The new Honda Civic is launching with two brand new engines: 1.0-litre (127hp) and 1.5-litre (180hp) turbo petrols.

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range before the end of the year. The 1.0-litre starts at €23,750 for ‘Smart’ trim but comes well equipped with the Honda Sensing suite of safety tech, Bluetooth, parking sensors, climate control and 16” alloys. For €26,250, buyers can upgrade with a Smart Plus Pack that adds the Honda Connect infotainment system with navigation, rear parking camera, dual zone climate control, 17” alloys and front fog lights.

The entry price for the 1.5litre turbo petrol is €28,550 in

‘S Design’ trim. This car looks sportier with a centrally mounted double exhaust, 17” alloys and extra sills on the front, rear and sides. LED headlights are also included as standard along with Honda Connect, rear parking camera, and dual zone climate control.

The GT Pack (€30,750) adds adaptive dampers, a glass roof, keyless entry and start, heated front seats and a blind spot monitor with cross traffic monitor. There is also the option of a Prestige Pack (€32,550) that is a more ‘luxurious’ version

Every month Bunclody native caroline kidd brings you the best from the world of motoring, including car reviews, news and more. caroline is a member of the irish motoring Writers’ association (imWa) and a jury member for irish car of the year. you can follow her blog changing lanes at www.changinglanes.ie. and does without the double exhaust.

On the road, the new Honda Civic immediately impresses. It feels lighter and more driver-focused than before with a new found agility that makes it easy to compare with the best in class. The steering has been improved with a more direct feeling, and the ride is smooth and composed.

The 1.0-litre three cylinder turbo petrol engine is lively with lots of torque low down in the rev range and makes good sense for the Irish market for the low entry price into the Civic range, high power for its size (127hp), low emissions (110g CO2) and good fuel economy (up to 4.8l/100km). It does get quite noisy however when revved hard. The 1.5litre engine has four cylinders so naturally is more refined. The 6-speed manual gearbox works well with the 1.0-litre. There is also a CVT automatic transmission but it’s better suited to the 1.5-litre engine.

Honda buyers tend to be loyal to the brand so any current owners that return to trade in their Civic for the new model are in for a pleasant surprise as the new car is a marked i m p ro v e m e n t a l l ro u n d .

Launching with two petrol engines, with a diesel to arrive later in the year, is brave as we still buy more diesels here than petrol cars, but slowly there does seem to be a swing back towards petrol cars in the market. Honda will be looking for some conquest sales from other brands, and the new Civic can definitely now hold its own with the best of them. model tested: Honda Civic 1.0-litre Smart Plus Pack Price: €26,250 (range starts at €23,750) Engine: 1.0-litre turbo petrol Power: 127hp 0-100km/h: 10.9 seconds Economy: 59mpg CO2 emissions: 110g/km Motor tax: €190 per year n

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CLASS PHotoS, SAtuRDAy 4tH MARCH 2017, St. AIDAN’S CAtHeDRAL, eNNISCoRtHy: 1. Ms. Sarah Maher’s class with bishop Denis brennan, clergy, teachers, and school principal, Peter Creedon (front left).

2. Ms. Karolann tyrrell’s class with bishop Denis brennan, clergy, teachers, and school principal, Peter Creedon (front left).

3. Ms. elaine barlow’s class with bishop Denis brennan, clergy, teachers, and school principal, Peter Creedon (front left).

4. Ms. Claire McDevitt’s class with bishop Denis brennan, clergy, teachers and school principal, Peter Creedon (front left).

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best wishes to…  Mick Crofts and Mark Hunt

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Croppy boy arrested in the Athenaeum by Captain Keenan and his cut-throats.

caN you iDeNtify?

Our photo above was taken 52 years ago and shows Frank Keenan in the middle of the back row, representing Buttles in the Enniscorthy Tops of the

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Town. But who are the other people in the photo? If you can help please email me at doyleduffry@gmail.com – Joseph Doyle

strawberry fair it’s 50 years since the first strawberry Fair was held in Enniscorthy and during the intervening years the fortunes of the Fair have fluctuated to reflect the changing attitudes of the day.

While it is true to say the festival for many years reached incredible heights in terms of national popularity, rivalling as it did The Rose of Tralee Festival in Kerry and The Mary from Dungloe Festival in Donegal, it is also true to say its popularity plummeted in recent years because of changing social norms and the huge drop-off in support for such events.

All that is about to change, however, with the clearest indications emerging that the 2017 festival will see a return to the halcyon days of care-free outdoor entertainment from the

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bandstand in the Market Square, featuring Corner Boy, Cry Before Dawn?, The Gentlemen Callers, etc, coupled with a hugely creative programme of events designed to appeal to all age groups.

The Strawberry Fair has amalgamated with the Street Rhythms Festival in order to broaden its popularity and while both will retain their distinctive styles, collectively they will present a programme of music, song and dance which will have visitors to Enniscorthy and locals alike literally dancing in the streets over the June Bank Holiday weekend (2nd-5th June).

All pub entertainment will be provided free of charge thanks to generous sponsorship provided by Diagio under the Carlsberg brand name.

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on their new butcher shop opening Thursday 6th April on Rafter Street.

Maura Flannery with new shop on Slaney Street.

Sami’s Barber Shop just opened on Slaney Street, and Ms Phone at Market Square.

Shauna Redmond on being picked for the county under 14 soccer team.

Bunclody-Kilmyshall Drama Group who have just qualified for the AllIreland Drama Finals with their wonderful production of Agnes of God. Gretta Carley on her recent retirement from teaching in St Aidan’s Primary School.

Recent retirees from business – Agnes Allen (Rare Bits), Michael & Ann Doyle (after almost 40 years at the Duffry), Ger & Pauline Carty (photography shop), Geraldine and Phil Wilson (Siopa Brog).

Best wishes to Eugene English for the future after closing the doors for the last time on the landmark English’s furniture store on Court Street.

Congrats to Enniscorthy Choral Society on securing a first and a second place in two competitions at the recent choral festival in Kilkenny. And to young Alice Medcalf on getting second place in a recent major singing competition in Arklow.

Congrats to Enniscorthy Drama Group who competed strongly on the festival circuit this year and particularly to Anne Marie Whelan on securing a Best Makeup award and to the group for getting five nominations.

– Joseph Doyle

Fighting blinDnEss WAnts AnsWErs From WEXForD For First nAtionAl surVEy Fighting Blindness has launched its first National Survey on Sight Loss. Co. Wexford has an estimated 7,121 people living with vision impairment and blindness and the charity is inviting all those affected to complete the survey and give their views and experience. The information provided will help Fighting Blindness to tackle important issues and fight for changes in policy and the health service.

Fighting Blindness Advocacy Manager, Caitriona Dunne, explained the significance of the campaign: “Fighting Blindness is a patient-led charity and works on behalf of everyone in Ireland living with vision impairment and blindness. In order to represent people appropriately, we need to know what issues people face in their day to day lives and how best can we support them. So we are calling on people and families affected by vision loss to give their views.”

Fighting Blindness will also use the information collected to create a national network of Vision Impaired People (VIP’s). The VIP Network will serve as a platform to build awareness about vision loss throughout Ireland and create greater understanding of what it is like to live with a vision impairment.

Fighting Blindness is conducting the national survey to collect information about the issues that are important to people all over Ireland who are living with vision loss. You can complete the survey online by visiting www.FightingBlindness.ie or over the phone by contacting Caitriona Dunne on 01 6789 004.

rEgular EVEnts: traditional irish music night every Friday at Stamps. treacys hotel – Live music every Fri (the Heartbeats), Sat and Sun nights in main bar. sunday night sessions at Benedicts, plus disco.

Benedicts disco – Friday, Saturday, Sunday. dBar – Saturday night DJ – 70s & 80s night. toss kavanaghs: Live music every weekend. alba restaurant: Background live music – “Alba Restaurant” on Facebook. the hill Bar: Music every weekend. Karaoke on Friday nights. popovici’s: Live music or DJs at weekends. rock ‘n’ roll Jive classes every Weds at The Bailey. Beginners at 7.30pm, Advanced 8.45pm. Freestyle after with DJ Lew Boogie from 10pm. €5. the presentation centre – See their Facebook page.

april EntErtainmEnt: See listing page 15. looking ahEad:

Congrats to Julie Sinnott who has qualified to represent Wexford in this year’s Rose of tralee competition.

Wexford general hospital Fashion show in aid of mri scanner.

Friday 7th April. Clayton Whites Hotel. Tickets €20 from hotel. rap is Full. Battle league. last Words. 8th April. The Bailey. €10. 3pm. hope & dream 10. The 2017 charity fundraising Hope & Dream run/walk will take place on 9th April and will raise funds and awareness for the Hope Cancer Support Centre and County Wexford Hospice Homecare Service. paddy casey. 15th April in The Presentation Centre. Special guest tbc. auditions for the Buddy holly story will take place in the IFA Centre on 22/23 April, 11am to 6pm. The show itself runs in The Presentation Centre on 30 and 31 July and 1,2,3,6 August. See page 15.

FEstiVals in Enniscorthy 2017 Wexford Literary Festival: 19th, 20th, 21st May 2017.

50th Strawberry Fair & Street Rhythms Festival: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th June.

Rockin’ Food Festival: 4th, 5th, 6th Aug 2017 (Bank Holiday Weekend).

Trad Fest: 25th, 26th, 27th August, 2017.

Blackstairs Blues Festival: 8th, 9th, 10th September 2017.

Santa’s Enchanted Castle: 25th November – 23rd December 2017.

– Joseph Doyle

Music News Congrats to bunclodyKilmyshall Drama Group who have just qualified for the All-Ireland Drama finals with their production of Agnes of God.

The Ferns-based Joe davitt country Band recently released their new single – ‘The Night That We Met’ from the pen of Joe Davitt himself who shares his emotional side and demonstrates that he is truly an old romantic at heart!

Things are looking up for young local singer stacey Breen.

She has had three number one hit singles in the Irish Country Music Charts on iTunes. Stacey's first sin-

gle of 2017 is a song written by Shania Twain and Robert John Lange called UP. Her successful video 'When I Look at You' was shot at the Ashdown Park Hotel in Gorey and Courtown Harbour.

Best of luck to podge dwyer who is participating in a major music event in The Bailey in Enniscorthy on 8th April – see page 13 for details.

– Joseph Doyle

cystic Fibrosis (cF) AWArEnEss WEEK

Congrats to enniscorthy Drama Group on their wonderful production of the Cripple of Inishmaan.

some children from st. senan's Primary school orchestra took part in a few events recently including a concert in Enniscorthy Vocational college on saturday 4th march and then travelled to cork on saturday 25th march to perform in a concert hosted by cork Etb school of music.

Our photo on right shows members of St. Senan's Primary School orchestra back row L-R: Conor O'Brien, Anne Ringwood (Music Teacher), Nell Dunne. Front: Sophie Redmond, Taylor Gibbons, Kamila Sowinska, Jesika Kehoe.

10-16th April. On 14th April there will be a Parachute Jump in Kildare Aerodrome for CF Ireland. All welcome. On 12th April there will be Mass in St. Aidan’s Catherdral at 10am, followed by a Coffee Morning in Joe Doyle’s Pub, The Duffry. On April 21st Table Quiz and Raffle in aid of Co. Wexford Branch in Joe Doyle’s at 9pm with table of 4 for €20.

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Former Wate Enniscorthy Credit Union staff including Liz Cullen and Bernie Morrissey, and Chairman Pat O'Shea, with Hope & Dream 10 volunteers at the launch of the 2017 Hope & Dream 10 at which the credit union presented a cheque for €10,000 to Michael Jordan representing the organisers.

This year’s annual Hope & Dream run/walk will take place on 9th April and will raise funds and awareness for the Hope Cancer Support Centre and County Wexford Hospice Homecare Service.

This great event raises much needed funds for the Hope Cancer Support Centre in Enniscorthy and County Wexford Hospice Homecare Service. Both wonderful local charities.

Hope and Dream 10 has become a major event in the South East, and with your help, can continue to assist people who have been affected by cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.

The aim is to have over 2,500 people running or walking to raise as much money as possible.

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March of many weathers was certainly the order of the day on Tuesday 28th March as the ladies fourball competition was played. The sponsor of the day was Karl Martin and 35 pairs participated in the competition.

The following are the results: 1st Vera Garry (22) playing off 22 and Fionnuala Killelea (25) playing off 25. Score 44 pts.

2nd Marie Duggan (17) playing off 15 and Paula Creedon (21) playing off 19. Score 41 pts.

3rd Maeve McCauley (18) p l a y i n g o ff 1 6 a n d J o a n Dunbar (21) playing off 19.

Score 40 pts. Back 9.

9 hole qualifier: 1st Maureen O'Dwyer 21 pts.

On Tuesday 11th April it’s Team of 3 for Breast Cancer.

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Wexford FC finding the going tough Enniscorthy ladies golf news…

Wexford FC, the successor to Wexford Youths, is finding life in the League of Ireland First Divison just as tough as life last season in the Premier Division.

After six matches Wexford FC is propping up the table on two points. But with three home fixtures in April the club could kick-start their season starting with a home game this Friday 7th at 8pm against

Longford Town who are immediatley above them in the league table on four points.

The club could do with all the support it can muster so make a note of the following dates and consider giving the club a visit on these matchdays: Fri 7th 8pm home game versus Longford Town.

Fri 14th 8pm home versus Cobh Ramblers.

Fri 21st 7.45pm away to Athlone Town.

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More success for Slaney Olympic

David Kehoe on his way to claiming the silver medal in the mens county novice 6K road race last month.

Slaney Olympic ladies at the County Intermediate Road Race.

Shauna Redmond, from Enniscorthy, has been selected for the County U-14 soccer team.

Shauna plays for Moyne Rangers in Enniscorthy.

She is also an expert in TaeKwon Do having represented Ireland at international level.

Croghan AC were the hosts for the County Intermediate Road Race which was held in sunny Coolgreaney over a 4K lap on 2nd April.

First off at 11.30am was the Ladies 4K Race with Slaney Olympic’s Kelly Long in medal contention from the start and held her position strongly to finish in second place winning a Silver medal and leading the

club to win Team Gold together with Louise Nolan, Siobhan O’Shea and Annemarie Doyle.

Following closely behind to win Team Bronze were Karen Murphy, Sabina Sweeney, Sarah Byrne Walsh and Maura Neville.

Also running strongly on a tough and challenging course were Esther O’Leary, Mary Gorham, Karen Tull, Gretta Roberts Tyrell and Annis Kehoe.

Next off was the Men's 8K Race, which consisted of 2 laps of the course. From the off Conail Cooper took charge of the race and was in lead position at the half way stage only to be overtaken in the closing stages to finish in Silver medal place.

David Kehoe put up a fierce battle to take third place and a Bronze medal and with Bryan Crouch and Mick Jordan took

home Team Gold for Slaney.

Also, running for Slaney were Bobby Redmond, John Foley, John Roban, Paul Browne, Will Doyle, Sunday Nzerem, Declan Ivers, Declan O’Brien, Ger Murphy, Paul Murphy, Brendan Dillon, Ian Rochford , Tom Crofts and Enda Waters.

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Wexford writers to the fore On Saturday 11th March I spent the day with Wexford author and Chair of the Wexford Literary Festival Carmel Harrington at the Irish Writers Centre, Parnell Square, Dublin at a Readathon to celebrate International Women’s Day. Female writers and poets from all around Ireland and Northern Ireland were invited to the Centre to participate in a Readathon, a full day event in celebration of women’s writing in Ireland. Each participant was given three minutes to read from their own work

and the chance to network and connect with fellow female writers and poets.

Former politician and Chairperson of the Irish Writers’ Centre, Liz MacManus, welcomed the large crowd and thanked all those contributing to what she described as ‘a hugely creative, innovative and enjoyable event’ and she encouraged all to embrace the opportunity to share their work, experiences and ideas.

Wexford was well represented at the event by Carmel Harrington, now a best-selling author with her fifth book

72 Derry Lane due for release on 1st June, and Cat Hogan who released her first novel last year They All Fall Down and her second book set in Marrakesh in due out this September.

Members of the Wexford Literary Festival were also present with Adele O’Neill celebrating the fact that she has just been offered a three-book deal by popular publishing house Head of Zeus.

Wexford Literary Festival is now in preparation for its fourth year beginning on Friday 19th May and continuing

through to Sunday 21st utilising all our beautiful venues in Enniscorthy – The Presentation Centre, The Church Institue, Enniscorthy Castle and the Athenaeum and boasting a pot of approximately €3,000 to be divided between One Act Drama Award, Poetry Award, Children’s Book Trailer Award and Colm Toibin Short Story Award.

So go to our website for details and get your submission in by April 8th, who knows this time next year you could be the one with a book deal.

– Maria Nolan

Members of the Wexford Literary Festival, L-R: Maria Nolan, Imelda Carroll, Carmel Harrington, Adele O’Neill and Sheila Forsey at the Irish Writers’ Centre for International Women’s Day Readathon.

Exhibition with a difference On Saturday 4th March I was delighted to be asked to open Switch – a photographic exhibition with a difference at Bunclody Library. Switch is an exhibiton of experimental photography by four amazingly creative photographers – Dick Donaghue from Galway, Marja van Kampen from the Netherlands, Hannah B from Cork and Zuzana Sukopova from Slovakia, all now living in Enniscorthy and Bunclody. The exhibition ran until the end of March.

The four have taken photographs of ordinary items or groups of items and passed them through various filters and techniques to produce something completely new and different and even abstract.

Each of the twenty manipulated pieces on display were unique and astounding in their intensity and composition, their beauty, energy and vibrancy transformed them from mere photographs to works of art.

Bunclody & Beyond Bunclody-based photographer Jarlath Judge will unveil his latest collection of work at Bunclody Library this April.

The “Bunclody and Beyond” exhibition features local landscape and heritage images and some digital art, and will be launched at Bunclody Library on Thursday April 6th at 5.45 pm.

Jarlath is a prominent mem-

ber of Enniscorthy Camera Club and holds several accolades for his photography, including a Licentiate from the Irish Photographic Federation and an Artist Distinction from the International Federation of Photographic Art The exhibition is on show at Bunclody Library during normal opening hours for the month of April. n

‘Ballycarney’ by Jarlath Judge.

Wexford Literary Festival Wexford Literary Festival 2017 runs from Friday, May 19, to Sunday, May 21, in Enniscorthy, the heart of Ireland’s South-East.

With a packed programme of special guests, workshops and literary prizes, including the annual Colm Tóibín International Short Story Award, Wexford Literary Festival is fast becoming one of the highlights of the literary calendar.

The line-up of Speakers and Judges includes: DONAL

RYAN, SINEAD MORIARTY, BIBI BASKIN, CARMEL HARRINGTON, ALEX BARCLAY, MADELEINE KEANE, SHANE HEGARTY, ANDREA HAYES, SHANE DUNPHY AND MANY MORE...

Check out the full detailed programme on www.wexfordliteraryfestival.com and enter the various competitions – One Act Drama Award, Poetry Award, Children’s Book Trailer Award and Colm Toibin Short Story Award, before the closing date. n

Colm Toibin at Lismore L-R: James Browne TD and Maria Nolan with photographers Zuzana Sukopova, Marja van Kampen, Hannah B and Dick Donaghue, at their Bunclody Library exhibition during March.

The man behind the idea of this experimental photography group, Photonic, is Dick Donaghue, a native of Galway.

Dick has been involved with the arts almost all of his life.

An author, artist, playwright, journalist, photographer and even film-maker, Dick has worked with the Galway Arts Centre, Macnas, Galway

Supporting the ArtS Wexford Arts Centre: 053-9123764. the presentation Centre, enniscorthy: 053-9233000. the Courthouse Arts Centre, tinahely: 0402-38529.

Theatre and the Film Resource Centre.

Dick has inspired the group to think outside the box, to see everything from a different perspective, he has encouraged them not just to see things differently but also to think differently about photography and taking photographs. This is an experimental journey that

morphs the ordinary into the extraordinary and appeals to amateur and professional photographers alike.

This art form is new and exciting, absorbing and fascinating and above all visually appealing, each of the pieces would adorn any wall and are very reasonably priced.

– Maria Nolan

LIBRARY NEWS

www.wexford.ie/wex/Departments/Library/ WhatsOn/ for details of what’s on.

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Enniscorthy’s multi-awardwinning author Colm Tóibín, humanitarian and author Terry Waite CBE, journalist and author Des Ekin, writer and documentary maker Tom Feiling and adventurer and author Andre P. Sykes are some of the world-renowned writers who are about to set their compass for Lismore in Co. Waterford this

June 15th to 18th for the fifteenth annual Immrama Festival of Travel Writing. The theme of the 2017 festival is ‘Emigration, Exile and Slavery’.

Full details of the festival programme and for event tickets for the Immrama Lismore Festival of Travel Writing 2017 see www.lismoreimmrama.com or call (058) 53803. n

Lismore Opera Festival The box office is now open for Lismore Opera Festival (LOF), Ireland’s only summer opera festival.

The festival takes place in the stunning Lismore Castle and Gardens and at various

properties along the Blackwater River from 1st to 4th June.

Performers include Kiltealy’s internationally renowned tenor, Anthony Kearns. Box office (085) 746 0735, www.lismoreoperafestival.com n

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Around Wexford Town with Patrick Hogan

Jim Scallan-Walsh, John Ryan, Killian Meehan, David Scallan-Walsh at the recent Table Quiz to raise funds for the Wexworlds Festival 2017. Pic: Patrick Hogan.

Above: A talk on Brexit, in the Talbot Hotel, Wexford, last month, organised by local Fianna Fail TD, James Browne.

Left: Ruby Murphy and Carol Walsh collecting their prize for Wexford Academy Martial Arts – Best Community Group in the Wexford St Patrick’s Day Parade.

Below: Brexit public meeting organised by Cllr Malcolm Byrne last month in Clayton Whites Hotel, L-R: Karl Fitzpatrick, President, Wexford Chamber, Cllr Malcolm Byrne, John Lynch, General Manager, Rosslare Europort, Verona Murphy, President, Irish Road Haulage Association, Avril Doyle, former MEP & Government Minister, Tom Enright, CEO, Wexford County Council.

Pics: Patrick Hogan.

Pic: Patrick Hogan

Some of the colourful Polish community participants in the Wexford St Patrick’s Day Parade.

Elizabeth Whyte (left) and Billy Roche (fourth from left) with the cast of Dave at Large, L-R: Michael Bates, Tara Breathnach, Bryan Murray, at Wexford Arts Centre. Pic: Patrick Hogan.

Opera Festival details announced for 2017 The 66th Wexford Festival Opera will run over 18 days from 19th October to 5th November, 2017.

The Festival opens with Medea by Luigi Cherubini directed by Fiona Shaw, who is known for both her awardwinning theatre and film acting work. The other two main evening operas include the highly anticipated Margherita

by Jacopo Foroni, which hasn’t been seen or heard since it premiered in Milan in 1848 and Risurrezione by Franco Alfano, based on the Tolstoy novel Resurrection.

The Festival is also delighted to present a co-production with Opera Theatre Company, the world-premiere of two one-act operas entitled Dubliners. Based on Counterparts and The Boarding House from Joyce’s Dubliners, the operas are composed by Andrew Synnott with adaptation and text by Arthur Riordan.

One of the main evening operas will be ‘Margherita’

by Jacopo Foroni.

In addition to Dubliners the ShortWorks productions include La Scala di seta by Gioachino Rossini and Rigoletto by Giuseppe Verdi.

Intimately staged and approximately one hour in length, the ShortWorks are presented in the nearby Clayton Whites Hotel and offer audiences the opportunity to enjoy a one-act opera or a condensed version of a more familiar opera performed

by cast members and chorus of the evening operas.

Una Hunt, one of Ireland’s leading authorities on Irish composers whose music has been largely forgotten or neglected, will present The Thomas Moore Songbook – a programme of Moore’s Irish Melodies in the atmospheric setting of St. Iberius Church.

One of Ireland's most successful pianists, Dubliner Finghin Collins, will perform

a piano recital in the O’Reilly Theatre in the National Opera House on Bank Holiday Monday.

The 2017 Dr Tom Walsh Lecture will be given by Cork native, Fiona Shaw, renowned actress and theatre and opera director, marking her Wexford Festival Opera directorial debut. In addition to her critically-acclaimed opera directing, Fiona is also widely known for her extensive and celebrated acting performances with the Royal Shakespeare Company and the National Theatre, winning the Olivier Award for Best Actress for Electra in 1990 and Machinal in 1994.

She won the 1997 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Solo Performance for The Waste Land. Her other stage work includes playing the title role in Medea at the Abbey Theatre, in London's West End and on Broadway (2001–02) resulting in a Tony Award

nomination. She was awarded an Honorary CBE in 2001.

Canadian broadcaster and associate professor of musicology at the University of Montreal, Sylvia L’Écuyer, will present a talk entitled Operas of the Past, Mirrors of our Present, exploring the trends in updating operas into contemporary circumstances.

Other events include the long-standing Festival tradition of the Gala Concert featuring a collection of favourite party pieces from members of the Festival Company which delights audiences every year, and the Lunchtime Recitals which will run throughout the Festival in the intimate and informal setting of St. Iberius Church.

You can view the full programme online at h t t p : / / w w w. w e x f o r d opera.com/ General Booking opens 15 April and Priority Booking is open now. n

Living Arts Project Exhibition 2016-17 In association with Wexford Co. Council and the Arts Council.

The Living Arts Project was established in 2013 as a long-term visual arts educational scheme, supporting the existing partnership between Wexford Arts Centre and the Arts Dept of Wexford Co. Council. The aim of this project is to provide children with an understanding and appreciation of contemporary art. The project also seeks to support the primary school curriculum by introducing teachers to new techniques and teaching methods. The Living Arts Project exhibition represents a selection of work produced by the participating schools and artists, offering pupils and their families a chance to see their work presented in a professional gallery.

The exhibition will run in Wexford Arts Centre from 1st April to 6th May 2017, and gallery hours are Monday to Friday 10am-5pm, and Saturday from 10am-4pm.

If your school is interested in participating in the Living Arts Project 2017/2018 contact Catherine Bowe, Visual Arts Manager on 053 9123764 or email catherine@wexfordartscentre.ie. www.wexfordartscentre.ie

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