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County set to score €2.5m sports centre CARLOW could be in the running for a multi-million euro sports centre following a presentation to local representatives of the Tullow Municipal District.

Members met Donnacha Harkin, chairman of Tullow and South Leinster Tennis Club, to discuss the proposal which has already been granted planning permission for the revamped facility on the Shillelagh Road.

The project was designed

by Cummins & Voortman Architects in Tipperary town and Robert Cummins from the company, along with Mr Harkin, presented the plans for the multi-purpose sports centre at the November meeting of Tullow Municipal District.

They said that the club needed around €2.5m to build and fit out the proposed sports hall and that the best means of funding was from the Government’s grants scheme for large-scale sports facilities.

The centre would include tennis courts when finished and could also have facilities for volleyball, karate and, more obviously, other sports like

Aislinn Taylor and Hayley Maloney at the switching on of Carlow Town’s Christmas Lights 2019, Potato Market. . Image by Rue Photography

Addressing members of Tullow Municipal District, Mr Harkin said: “All but two councils applied for funding last year.

Carlow didn’t make an application. There is a high success rate for every application.”

The club has invested around €1m into the facilities already and now want to bring it to the next stage of development.

The facility would be developed in two stages, the first stage being to get the project up and running to tender stage and the second stage would see the actual building of the centre.

There is also accommodation for 76 parking spaces in the granted planning application.

Mr Cummins said: “A lot of people, no matter how much you push them, won’t play rugby or hurling. We are picking up on other sports, we are not in competition with others.

“If you don’t apply for funding, you definitely won’t get it.”

Councillor Will Paton said the proposal was “deserving of support” while Councillor Brian O’Donoghue said the fact that Continues on next page

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Home crisis people living cramped life FAMILIES and individuals were increasingly being forced to live in overcrowded and cramped conditions, because they cannot find a home of their own, according to Senator Jennifer Murnane O’Connor who said she was growing more concerned about the housing crisis locally.

The senator was speaking during a debate in the Seanad when she made the remarks to Minister of State, Damien English, when they were discussing Local Authority Housing Eligibility.

Senator Murnane O’Connor said: “I have raised on many occasions the serious issue of the local authority threshold being too low to allow people to access the housing list.

“Carlow has one of the lowest thresholds in Ireland. More than 1,000 people are on the housing waiting list in the county. They have met the criteria, including the €27,500 threshold to be eligible to go on the Carlow County Council housing list.

“Many people are living at home in cramped conditions.

They have nowhere to go because they do not qualify for social housing or a mortgage.

“Eight years have passed since the last review. I understand that a new assessment was due to be made last summer,” she said.

The Carlow senator said here was an urgent need to finalise this review and to increase the income eligibility limits for social housing in Carlow and, most likely, in other counties.

“I assure the House that there are no millionaires out there looking for help,” she said.

“I do not believe the threshold in Carlow is right. The threshold in Waterford is €35,000, in Kilkenny it is between €32,000 and €33,000 and it is even higher in Kildare. In Carlow, however, it is €27,500. It is not possible for people to qualify for the local authority list.”

In response, Minister English said: “We made a commitment to such a review in A Programme for a Partnership Government.

The review is under way.”

He said the minister was hopeful that he will be able to bring forward a new social housing package in the weeks ahead, which would also deal with income limits.

Ger Rochford, Cyril Hughes and Michael McCarthy at Knockbeg College Past Pupils’ Reunion, Seven Oaks Hotel.

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Three heroes, and their dog, save drowning stroke victim

THREE brave locals and a dog are the heroes of the hour after rescuing a man from the River Barrow.

The man, who’s understood to be in his 70s, was walking along the Barrow at he weekend when he apparently suffered a stroke, which caused him to collapse and fall into the river.

Local Cillian Coakley had

just passed him while walking his dogs and he was the first to jump into the river when one of his dogs, Rio, alerted him to what had happened.

It was Cillian’s shouts that then got the attention of joggers, Gillian Hegarty and Sharon Buggy, who were on their lunchbreak from Seery’s Bakery in Graiguecullen.

Sharon has told KCLR

Council rows over landlord ‘huge’ profits A ROW broke out between councillors at the November meeting of Carlow Municipal District over landlords’ profits in Carlow.

Cllr Adrienne Wallace had tabled a motion at the meeting calling on the local authority to write to Minister for Housing Eoghan Murphy.

The motion wanted “to stress that the Housing Assistance Payment Scheme (HAPS) is currently not fit for purpose and to call for an increase in the amount people in Carlow can receive”.

Cllr Wallace SAID: “The average listed rent in Carlow is now €963, up 62% from its lowest point.

“Yet the amount available to a couple or one adult with three children in Carlow is only €630.”

The motion prompted heated exchanges between Cllr Wallace — who called for greater regulations on landlords — and Cllr Ken Murnane.

Cllr Murnane said: “You have

no idea what a landlord makes on rental income after they pay tax.” Cllr Wallace said Cllr Murnane was “fear-mongering”.

Cllr Murnane added: “You are sending out false information, that’s false.”

When Cllr Wallace asked what was false, Cllr Murnane replied: “That landlords are making huge money. That’s false.”

Cllr Andrea Dalton said “a lot of people are accidental landlords”.

The motion was subsequently passed by a show of hands.

HAP is a form of social housing support provided by all local authorities. HAP means that local authorities can provide housing assistance for households who qualify for social housing support, including those many who are long-term Rent Supplement recipients.

Under HAP, local authorities will make a monthly payment to a landlord, subject to terms and conditions including rent limits, on a HAP tenant’s behalf.

News: “When we came down, we jumped in as well. I pulled him up from the shoulders, and Gillian and Cillian pushed him up because it was kind of up a bank. We rang 999. The man was unresponsive for a while… “ Sharon says some of the credit has to go to Cillian’s dog, Rio, who was the first to notice something was wrong.

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planning has been granted was a huge step.

“If we’re not in, we can’t win. At the very least we should be applying for funding,” he said.

“It’s an impressive proposal and it would be welcome for Tullow but would also benefit Kildavin, Rathvilly and Hacketstown,” Cllr O’Donoghue said.

Cllr John Pender said he was “surprised” to hear that Carlow had not made an application and wanted to follow up on which department in the local authority would be responsible for such an application.

Director of Services, Michael Brennan, said it would be the Sports Partnership that would apply for the funding application.

Cllr Pender said he had the support of the members and that the club was to meet the Sports Partnership to consider applying for funding.

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news in brief Transit cash guard twarts robbery bid Gardaí are investigating an attempted robbery of a cash in transit operator that occurred on Bridge St Tullow on Thursday, November 28 at 3.40pm.

The operative was approached by a man who demanded he hand over the cash box, the operative refused and the culprit fled. The alleged culprit made his escape in a black Toyota Yaris, which was later found burned out in a nearby housing estate.

Maps for tourists Eight way-finding map boards have been installed along the River Barrow from Carlow to St Mullins, Carlow Tourism have confirmed.

Costa Coffee apology In a recent edition of Ca rlow People. We included a Costa Coffee Voucher in error: “Treat a friend to a free coffee”.

This should not have been in the paper at all and we apologise for our error and any inconvenience this has caused.

Bag Packers needed

Voluntary Bag Packers needed December 12,13 and 14 for Irish Wheelchair Association Carlow Branch. Contact Angela Dowling for more information on 086 3769516

Wibbly Wobbly Wendy, Santa & Mrs Claus with the help of their elves switching on Tullow’s Christmans Lights.

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UCD Alumni for Hugh Lane’s Barbara Dawson

CARLOW native Dr Barbara Dawson, Director, Hugh Lane Gallery recently received her UCD Alumni Award 2019 when she was presented with the award by UCD President Professor Andrew J. Deeks and UCD Dean of Arts Sarah Prescott.

Dr Dawson, who was the first female curator of Dublin’s Hugh Lane, was recognised

by UCD for her numerous contributions to the Irish contemporary art scene.

Under Barbara Dawson’s leadership, the gallery has committed to enhancing its own collections and organising diverse and challenging exhibitions, including the gift of Francis Bacon’s Studio and Archive which was relocated from London to Dublin in 2001.

UCD said that “Barbara Dawson has been one of the most significant figures in the Irish art world in recent decades.”

The UCD awards are the university’s leading annual event honouring outstanding Alumni, nominated by peers and faculty, from across all UCD’s faculty disciplines who reflect the very best of ambition, application and achievement having excelled in a range of fields from the Arts to health, from business to agriculture, from sport to engineering, from academic research to social science, to law.

€700,000 for return of vacant housing

CARLOW County Council has received more than €700,000 in funding since 2016 to return vacant social housing, according to the website Carlow Live.

The funding also increased by over 500% from 2017 into 2018 when funding allocated to under the voids programme by the Government went from €90,000 to over half a million euro.

Fianna Fáil’s Darragh O’Brien asked the Minister for Housing in a Parliamentary Question about the amount of money issued to each local authority for vacant social housing property refurbishment since 2016.

The funding allocated came to €69,450 in 2016; €91,750 in 2017 and jumped to €555,874 in 2018.

He asked for the number of units refurbished and returned since 2016 which in Carlow’s case was eight in 2016; eight in 2017 and 38 last year.

The management and maintenance of local authority housing is a matter for each individual local authority.

Deadly virus is found in Carlow A DEADLY virus has been found in rabbits in 10 counties, including Carlow, Wexford and Wicklow, a Government Minister has confirmed.

Green Party TD, Catherine Martin, asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht about areas impacted by the RHD2 virus.

Rabbit haemorrhagic disease (RHD) was first reported in domestic (farmed) rabbits in China in 1984, killing four million animals within one year of its discovery.

By 1986 this viral disease had been found in continental Europe and has since spread globally leading to significant mortality in wild populations of rabbits. In 2010, a new more virulent strain of this virus (RHD2) emerged in France. It causes death within a few days of infection with sick animals having swollen eyelids, partial paralysis and bleeding from the eyes and mouth.

RHD was first detected in domestic rabbits in Ireland in 2018. This summer it was confirmed in wild rabbits in Clare and Wicklow and the first case in a wild hare has been confirmed in Wexford.

RHD and RHD2 pose no risk

to humans.

In response to the Parliamentary Question by Deputy Martin, Minister Josepha Madigan said: “Since the initial reports of the RHD2 virus in August this year, RHD2 has been confirmed in five hares found in Dublin and Wexford and in 21 rabbits found in counties Carlow, Clare, Cork, Kildare, Leitrim, Meath, Offaly, Tipperary, Wexford and Wicklow.

“In relation to hare coursing, I recently issued revised licences to allow the netting and tagging of hares but there are specific restrictions and conditions explicitly attached to the issue of those licences.

“The capturing of hares and coursing activity is prohibited within a 25 kilometer radius of where wild rabbits or hares had tested positive for the virus.

“New zones will be added on an ongoing basis if further positive tests arise and, in these new zones, the capturing of hares will have to cease immediately and coursing will only be possible with already captured hares, where the hares are certified in writing by a veterinary surgeon as being healthy,” the Miniosgter said.

Scandal of kids seeking therapy

THE Fianna Fáil Senator Jennifer Murnane O’Connor has said it is shocking that over 360 children are waiting for an appointment with an occupational therapist in Bethany House.

Senator Murnane O’Connor said that having 117 children waiting more than a year for an assessment was “simply inexcusable”.

“Let me be very clear. The staff at Bethany House are fantastic. They are doing their level best under the most immense pressure, but the resources just aren’t there to back them up.

“I understand from the parlia-

mentary response that I received that there has been significant year on year increases in referral rates and demands for assessment and interventions.

“The letter also states that ‘it is acknowledged that given increased referral rates and demands for assessments and interventions, there is a requirement for additional resources to meet current needs.”

The senator said the Government and the HSE must act now.

A total 117 children, including 31 under aged under five, are waiting for over a year to be seen in Bethany House.

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christmasinCarlow Jason, Sara, Kurt and Sandra Rothwell enjoying the festivities at Carlow Christmas Market, Old Perry’s Building on Kennedy St which returns December 20 to 22.

Image by Rue Photography

Aoife McDonnell and Sean Cullen at Carlow Christmas Market, Old Perry’s Building on Kennedy St which returns December20 to 22. Image by Rue Photography

Mischa and Ella Gahan with Martina, Emily and Anna Nolan at the switching on of Tullow’s Christmas Lights. Image by Rue Photography

Michael Kelly and Jarlaith Bulger (Knockbeg Past Pupils Union committee members), at Knockbeg College Past Pupils’ Reunion, Seven Oaks Hotel. Image by Rue Photography

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Support a pet this season!

‘Santa Paws’ was joined by Buddy and Maxi Zoo Brand Ambassador, Emma Fanning to announce details of Maxi Zoo’s Shelter Wishes charity campaign. Pic: Conor Healy IRELAND’S largest pet retailer, Maxi Zoo will make Christmas extra special, not only for pampered pets, but also less fortunate animals over the festive season.

You are invited to pop into your local Maxi Zoo store in Carlow throughout December and support their Shelter Wishes charity campaign, which will help animals less fortunate than your own this Christmas.

Each store has selected their own Shelter Wishes animal charity partner, who will compile a wish list of products available in store which their beneficiaries need and want. These gifts can be purchased in store, donated and placed under the Shelter Wishes Christmas Tree.

Each charity involved will collect the donated gifts from Maxi Zoo stores on Christmas Eve, ensuring

that needy animals are not forgotten this Christmas.

Anthony Cremin, Marketing Manager at Maxi Zoo, said “At Maxi Zoo we love animals, and we believe all animals deserve the very best. The thought of animals suffering is at the forefront of our minds, especially at Christmas, and this is why Shelter Wishes was created – to make life a little brighter for less fortunate animals.”

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PLANNING NOTICES. Carlow County Council Planning permission is sought for proposed widening of existing pedestrian entrance to accommodate a vehicular entrance, widening of existing opening in front boundary wall, proposed new gates to same, widening of driveway and all associated works (being within an ACA) at Riverville, 2 Montgomery Street, Carlow town. Signed Tamara Rychlikova The planning application may be inspected and/or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority, Carlow County Council, County Buildings, Athy Road, Carlow Town, during its public opening hours.

A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

Carlow County Council We, Primark Ltd, intend to ap-

ply for permission for development at this site at Penneys, Kennedy Avenue, Carlow, Co. Carlow. The development will consist of the refurbishment of the existing store (3892sqm) including retail, staff area, stock room, external envelope, new plant buildings (29.16sqm) and replacement roof to the retail store.

The works will also include new signage, new canopy to loading bay, convert partial convenience retail to comparison retail, allocation of 47 no. carparking spaces including 3 no. disabled parking spaces, 15 no. bicycle stands, upgrade of existing carparking surface, landscaping and entrance to store, temporary hoarding to adjacent properties and associated works. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority, Civic Offices, Athy Road, Carlow, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission. A Natura Impact Statement will be submitted to the planning authority with the application. The Natura Impact Statement will be available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority, Civic Offices, Athy Road, Carlow during its opening hours.

Signed: JCA Architects, St. Al-

berts House, Old Navan Road, Dunboyne, Co. Meath.

MIRACLE PRAYER. Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked many favours.

This time I ask you the special one (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your

father see it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your own favour not mine. Amen.

Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never been known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. Grateful thanks to Our Lady of Mount Carmel. For favours received.

A.L.

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with Justin Ivory

Feed the Birds, Tuppence a Bag

Blue Tit on Peanut Feeder (Photo Justin Ivory) Well allowing for inflation since the time of Mary Poppins it’s a bit more than tuppence a bag now but is still money well spent. And with the annual BirdWatch Ireland Garden Bird Survey (GBS) starting in December and running though to the end of February it is time to stock up on the bird food, fill those feeders, grab you binoculars, bird id book and the kids (if you have any, if not please don’t grab anybody else’s kids...you can do this without kids), and starting counting the birds coming into your garden remembering to record it all your survey form.

The survey has been running for 30 years and provides invaluable data on the trends of our garden birds and how their populations are faring.

With loss of natural habitats, changes in farming practice, effects of climate change and increasing pressure from numerous human activities, gardens and the food we provide for birds (and other wildlife) in them are becoming increasingly important.

The results of the survey are also an indicator of how our wider environment is faring as well.

So how does the survey work? Well from the 3rd of December until the end of February you need to keep note of the highest number of each bird species visiting your garden each week. Just to clarify that means the highest number of that species seen simultaneously in your garden at the one time. It is not an accumulation over the course of a day or a week.

The survey also looks for basic information about your garden type and the sorts of food you leave out for the birds. Survey forms can either be completed online or downloaded from the BirdWatch Ireland website at www.birdwatchireland.ie So go on be a citizen scientist this winter and I guarantee you will have loads of fun and entertainment at the same time!

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by Anonymous

A WARNING

The Irish Revolution Wednesday 4 December 11.10pm RTE 1

frozen 2 Released 29 November 2019

The question is what to do next,” Anonymous writes in A Warning, a book- length exposition of life in the bizarre court of King Donald.

A Warning is a book-length exposé of the Trump administration, anonymously authored by someone described as a “senior Trump administration official”. It is a follow-up to an anonymous op-ed published by the New York Times in September 2018. An unprecedented behind-the-scenes portrait of the Trump presidency from the anonymous senior official whose first words of warning about the president rocked the nation’s capital.

Cillian Murphy narrates a documentary marking the centenary of the Irish War of Independence, telling the story of how a small group of rebels forced Britain to withdraw after centuries of misrule. Covers various milestones in Irish history like the creation of Sinn Fein, the Irish Volunteers, the events of the Easter Rising, Cumann na mBan, John Redmond’s Irish Parliamentary Party, the issue of Home Rule, the rise of de Valera, and the radicalisation of the Irish public after they learned about the mass executions of the 1916 leaders.

From the Academy Award®-winning team directors Jennifer Lee and Chris Buck, and producer Peter Del Vecho and featuring the voices of Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Jonathan Groff and Josh Gad, and the music of Oscar®winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2” is set three years after the events of the first film, the story follows Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven who embark on a journey beyond their kingdom of Arendelle in order to discover the origin of Elsa’s magical powers and save their kingdom after a mysterious voice calls out to Elsa.

gig of the week

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concert of the week

AriesIntuition provides the best timing with a professional project. New income is possible. Visualize perfection.

TaurusEducational adventures develop. Make a good impression on a respected teacher. Adapt to surprising circumstances.

GeminiTake advantage of a profitable loophole. An unexpected financial opportunity presents itself.

Collaborate for shared gain.

CancerThings with your partner could get unexpectedly dreamy. Good fortune reveals a secret benefit.

Discover a beautiful coincidence.

LeoPush for new records with your physical performance.

Take new ground. Surprise yourself with a remarkable effort. Discover unimagined benefits.

George Murphy And The Rising Sons Friday, December 20, 8pm VISUAL, The George Bernard Shaw Theatre

ASH Animal Rescue Adoption Day Friday, December 6, 3 - 5pm Petmania Ireland, Carlow Retail Park, Carlow

Christmas Variety Concert Wednesday, December 11, t 7:30 – 10:30pm Arboretum Home & Garden Heaven

At only 33 years of age, George Murphy has lived an entire life in music. Steeped in the tradition and folklore of Ireland’s greatest folk legends, George shot to fame overnight as a contestant of You’re a Star and a number one album produced by Phil Coulter, his brilliant version of Raglan Road was matched only by the great Luke Kelly. Lost his way for a few years touring the States, but brought very much to life again as a brilliant balladeer when he joined The High Kings. Now starring in his own right, his New Beginnings tour is now on the road.

Thinking of Getting a Dog or Cat? Come along to meet Ash Animal Rescue in-store and find out how you can offer a forever home to one of their dogs or cats. Meet volunteers in-store on the day, as well as some of the needy dogs and / or cats and start the process of finding the newest member to your family. No animals will be re-homed directly on the day but a full adoption application can be commences and home-checks scheduled. Every adoptive family will be given our exclusive Adoptive Family.

Éist Cancer Support Centre Carlow annual Celebration of Christmas Variety Concert 2019, will take place on Wednesday 11th December 2019 in the Arboretum Home & Garden Heaven starting at 8.00pm, with mulled wine reception from 7.30pm. **Special guest on the night - Éist Ambassador & Country Music Sensation Derek Ryan Music, Castlecomer Male Voice Choir, Paprika and other guests! The Compere for the night will be Eimear Ní Bhraonáin. Tickets for this event are €20 each and are available from the Éist Centre or in-store at the Arboretum.

tribute of the week

treat of the week

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VirgoFeel the love. Romance saunters in the door and lingers seductively. Enjoy moments of bliss and synchronicity.

LibraCreativity flourishes at your house. Fill the place with joyful celebrations, beautiful decorations, delicious fragrances and flavors.

ScorpioUnusual suggestions and brilliant ideas incite a creative flurry. Your muses sing to you. Suddenly you can see a previously elusive solution.

Sagittarius-

Discover new income, extra silver or unexpected treasure. Accept lucrative advice or a beneficial reward for work done earlier.

Elves Workshop Saturday, December 7, 11am – Dec 8 at 5 pm Delta Sensory Gardens Carlow, Strawhall

SLIPPERY WHEN WET BON JOVI TRIBUTE. Gentle Pre-Holiday Yoga Saturday, December 14, 9pm, €15 Saturday, December 14, 4-6pm Upstairs at Scraggs Live Tullow Street Pam Butler Yoga, Teach Bhride, Tullow

Come and join us for some fun and Christmas cheer in the Elves Workshop. Lots to do including Facepainting ,Arts and Crafts Games and lots more . Most importantly get your selfie with Santa in the gardens. The gardens are fully wheelchair accessible and have proven to be a very popular place to visit for active retirement groups, families, school trips and bus tours. Voted the number one thing to do in Carlow by Tripadvisor and described as “An Oasis of Peace and Tranquility”.

Slippery When Wet are widely recognised as Ireland’s foremost Bon Jovi Tribute band, playing all the hits including, Livin’ on a Prayer, Its My Life, Always and Wanted Dead or Alive.

The band is comprised of five members who are all fine musicians in their own right, having toured with some celebrated rock bands that gigged in the RDS and SFX with Magnum, Status Quo and they have performed in New York’s famous CBGBs with Skid Row. Don’t miss this great show.

Immerse yourself in this gentle, restorative afternoon practice, as we come to the darkest day of the year. Gather your energy for the coming holiday season. Trigger your body’s natural healing powers through deep breathing and supported poses. Suitable for all levels. Pam Butler has been teaching in the Carlow community for 19 years. Pam offers group and private hatha yoga classes, workshops and retreats in the South East. €25.00 investment.

CapricornAsk for what you want.

Your greatest strength is love. Somehow things align for a personal dream. Share gratitude.

AquariusListen to your intuition.

You’re especially sensitive and perceptive. Wondrous insights reveal themselves when least expected.

PiscesOthers believe in you. A community effort produces more than you asked for.

An unexpected bonus arises from your contribution to a shared cause.

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