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EPA finds high radon levels in 20% of homes ONE in five homes tested in Carlow have been found to have radon levels above the acceptable level, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) which is calling on all householders in the county to take action to protect themselves and their families. Radon is second only to smoking as the leading cause of lung cancer. It is estimated that about 300 lung cancer cases each year in Ireland are linked to radon exposure. Reducing high radon lev-
els will, over time, save lives. “Many parts of Carlow are deemed as high radon areas,” a spokesperson for the EPA said. Remedial action should be carried out as a matter of urgency to reduce exposure to radon. Almost 1,400 homes in Carlow have been tested for radon and 260 of the homes tested were found to have radon levels above the acceptable level. Radon is easy to test for and easy to fix, so learning more about what it is, and how you can protect yourself is critical. The World Health
Organisation has categorised radon as a Group 1 carcinogen, in the same group as asbestos and tobacco smoke. Scientist Alison Dowdall of the EPA said: “Radon is invisible, colourless and odourless. “It is present in all Irish homes and it is estimated that up to 500,000 people are living in homes with radon levels above the acceptable level of 200 Bq/m3. “Radon is only a problem if it is ignored. If there is a high radon level in your home, it is exposing you and your family to
an unnecessary radiation dose. “Reducing radon levels is simple and inexpensive and will immediately reduce the risk of developing lung cancer. For moderate levels of radon, improving indoor ventilation may reduce the level by up to half, the cost of which is low,” she said. For higher levels, a fan assisted ‘sump’ can be installed which can reduce radon levels by over 90%. The sump can be installed in a day by a contractor with little disruption to the home.
Anna Quill, Shauna Leigh and Kaitlin O’Reilly at Carlow Pride’s Halloween Drag Spectacular, Scraggs Alley. Image by Rue Photography
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Two men ‘died as plane broke up at 3,000 ft’ A PILOT and instructor died in a plane crash in Wexford last month when, according to witnesses, the plane disintegrated in the air. A preliminary report into the two men’s deaths heard that Teagasc expert John Finnan and his friend, Peter Tawse, died shortly before 6pm when the plane came down near Duncormick in Wexford on October 6th. Mr Finnan (58) was a senior research officer in the Teagasc Crops Research Department in Oak Park, Carlow. Mr Tawse, aged 61 and from New Ross in Wexford, was an experienced aviation instructor and a former manager of Waterford Regional Airport. Mr Finnan, from Naas in Kildare, was also on-board when the plane came down. The preliminary report states that the aircraft was observed
on take-off from the airfield until it went out of sight and it was described as a “complete normal takeoff, a complete normal climb” to at least 3,000 ft. At approximately 4.40pm, witnesses reported hearing a loud noise from the plane, and that it “disintegrated in the air”. Locals and emergency services rushed to the scene, where they realised both men had been killed and the aircraft was destroyed, with the wreckage strewn over a number of fields. There was no fire. The plane had been up on an earlier flight, when handling and performance were reported to have been normal. There were no devices on board the aircraft that were capable of recording flight data, and no requirement to fit such devices. During this preliminary investigation, a number of
witnesses were asked for their accounts of what they saw on the day. “One witness observed the aircraft some minutes prior to the accident and noted that the aircraft executed a number of consecutive roll manoeuvres. In addition, several witnesses reported hearing waxing and waning engine sounds, as the aircraft manoeuvred. “Other witnesses reported that immediately prior to the accident the aircraft executed three loop manoeuvres. During the descent from the apogee of the third loop, two loud noises (variously described as bangs or cracking sounds) were heard, parts were seen to separate from the aircraft, and the aircraft began spiralling downwards,” says the report The investigation is on-going and a final report will be published in the coming months.
Karen Farrell, Christine Nolan and Leanne Byrne all smiles at Tribstock - the Ultimate Tribute Band Festival, Seven Oaks Hotel. Image by Rue Photography
IT graduates now total 60,000 in 50-year history
MORE than 3,000 students from the class of 2019 were honoured for their academic achievements over 11 conferring ceremonies at the Institute of Technology Carlow last week. The ceremonies took place across the institute’s campuses at locations in Carlow, Wexford and Wicklow, bringing its alumni close to 60,000 since its establishment almost 50 years ago. Welcoming graduates, their
guests and a broad range of stakeholders, governing body chairperson John Moore commended graduates and staff for their contribution to the institute and wished the new alumni well. As IT Carlow prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary, he asked that they “remain in contact with the institute and bring your expertise, insights and inspiration to the next generation of learners”. Addressing the graduands,
IT Carlow president Dr Patricia Mulcahy said: “No other occasion in our academic calendar is more meaningful than the conferring of awards and prizes. Every award earned is a triumph of inspiration, perspiration and determination. Every award is also a product of your faith in yourselves and the faith your families, friends and lecturers have placed in you. Our warmest congratulations to all our new graduates.”
€400,000 to spruce up four localities
David Harris and Jolanta Griskoveca at Carlow Pride’s Halloween Drag Spectacular, Scraggs Alley. Image by Rue Photography
Increase in demand for food service
ST Clare’s Hospitality has been offered a new premises and plans to extend the food service. In May of 2015 the food kitchen was opened at The Waterfront, Mill Lane, Carlow and now serves hot meals five days a week to people in need. The service began with a food bag delivery service. St Clare’s hopes to extend their services by opening
the new premises as a centre where people can spend time during the day taking part in activities, receiving warmth, hospitality and friendship. To run this service, they will need more volunteers. If you think you can give some time and are interested in volunteering please come to an open meeting on Thursday, November 14 at 8pm in Graiguecullen Parish Centre (behind St Clare’s).
ALMOST €400,000 has been allocated for improvements to four towns and villages across the county. Leighlinbridge has secured €100,000 to erect a monument to famed scientist John Tyndall, who was a native of the area. The funding will also renovate the existing playground, erect speed control signs and paint rails. Old Leighlin receives funding of €99,964.44 to carry out works in its community hall, including toilet refurbishment, signage and a feasibility study of a business model for the community hall. Ardattin is set to receive funding of €100,000 to further the development of its community hall and the old coach house. Hacketstown will get €99,727.11 for a footpath and playground, the installation of school solar signs, street lights and painting works. “This funding is extremely welcome news, especially residents of Ardattin, Leighlinbridge, Old Leighlin and Hacketstown,” said Deputy Pat Deering.
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news in brief Fr McVerry to speak at Christmas rally
Homeless campaigner Fr Peter McVerry is to speak at the “Rally For A Refuge” in Carlow this December. In a post on Facebook, Carlow Women’s Refuge Campaign said: “We are delighted to welcome Fr Peter McVerry to speak at the Rally For A Refuge in Carlow on Saturday, December 14 at the Fountain at 2pm. “Let’s give him a big Carlow welcome! Everybody come join us as we fight for a refuge for Carlow. Share this. Get the word out there!”
Betty Hutton, Sharon O’Neill, Helen Ellard and Liz O’Neill at Music by Niamh Kavanagh, George Bernard Shaw Theatre. Image by Rue Photography
Top gongs for their Pride of Place
Leighlinbridge and Kernanstown have taken home the top gongs at the 20th Carlow Pride of Place awards last week. Carlow Community said: “Congratulations to all who took part in this year’s 20th anniversary of Carlow’s Pride of Place. A special congratulations to our overall winners, Leighlinbridge and Kernanstown.”
Stream council call Calls have been made in Carlow for the Council to live stream local authority meetings in the interest of “transparency”. Cllr Adrienne Wallace has tabled the motion.
Former gambler Tony brings message home
FORMER gambler Tony O’Reilly (44), who made headlines in 2011 when it was revealed that he had stolen €1.75 million from Gorey Post Office to feed a crippling gambling addiction, recently addressed an audience at Bunclody Library. After going on the run and eventually being caught by police in Belfast, the Carlow native was delivered a jail sentence at Wexford Circuit Court and was released from
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prison in Arklow in 2014. The gathering heard that since then Mr O’Reilly had gone on a journey to turn his life around and now worked closely with the charity Problem Gambling Ireland after co-writing the book ‘Tony 10’ with Declan Lynch, the title inspired by his online gambling profile name. He said: “These days I work with schools in Dublin and Waterford telling my story to teenagers, so I’ve only really
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passed through Gorey and Wexford so it was surreal in one sense being in Bunclody library. “During these sessions we discuss my story and use elements of storytelling to educate about the psychology around gambling addiction, how to recognise the signs in yourself, a friend or a family member. Audiences usually find it worthwhile but those in Bunclody got a lot from it as it was very engaging.”
County to host Euro Gay Pride gathering
DELEGATES from the European Pride Organisers’ Association will be making their way to Carlow as part of the inaugural Ireland Pride Network conference in 2020. Carlow has been selected to host the meeting which will see the formation of a new Ireland Pride Network. In a Facebook post, Carlow Pride said: “We are thrilled to announce that the organisers of European Pride Organisers Association have selected County Carlow, as the destination for the inaugural Ireland Pride Network conference. “We are so incredibly delighted to have international visitors and national delegates coming to Carlow town in January.” The Ireland Pride Network conference will be held on January 25th and 26th in the Woodford Dolmen Hotel. InterPride (World Pride) organisers will be in attendance along with 30 to 50 delegates.
Honours bestowed at Garda awards AWARD winners from across Carlow and Kilkenny were honoured last week at the inaugural Carlow/Kilkenny Garda Youth Awards. More than 150 guests sat down to a gala dinner at Hotel Kilkenny to celebrate and honour the achievements of young people across the two counties. Ten awards were presented to outstanding young individuals who by their presence make their community a better place to live or have shown determination in their own lives. The award winners are all aged between 13 and 21 and they were picked from a pool of 70 nominees. Ismail Mohammed, 21, won the Individual Award. Ismail and his family were resettled in Carlow under the terms of a United Nations High Commissioner Refugee (UN HCR) mission. At 11-years-old, Ismail had no English, had never experienced formal education or the norms of living in a settled community. Ismail now attends the Institute of Education in Carlow studying Engineering Aircraft systems. He is involved with Carlow Regional Youth Services and was instrumental in revitalising cricket in Carlow and has been involved in the very successful team representing the Dolmen County. He was nominated by Rohingya Action Ireland. The Special Achievement Award was presented to Carlow native, Shauntelle Tynan, 21.
In 2015, Shauntelle was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. The lack of treatment available in Ireland required Shauntelle to travel to a children’s hospital in Texas. In order to get there the Tyne family had to do some fundraising. Shauntelle ended up staying in Texas for 18 months and is now cancer free. She continues to update her followers through her YouTube channel. Shan was nominated by Claire Healy of Eist Cancer Support Centre. The Community Safety Award was won by a group of students from St Leo’s College, Carlow, called Crossing the Line. The group’s tagline is “Consent starts with conversation’. Their aim is to make young people more aware of the meaning of consent and how important it is. They chose this issue because they felt that sexual assault and consent isn’t talked about enough with young people and that students are not being properly educated about the meaning of consent or sexual assault in schools. The Group Award went to Holly Farrell (15) and Laura Delaney (17) for the Light up the Night initiative. Light up the Night is a suicide awareness program that was set up by communities in North Kilkenny.in 2016. These four award winners will now go forward to the National Garda Youth Awards which will take place in 2020.
Father (25) of two found dead
A YOUNG Carlow man whose death is being investigated by Gardaí has been named locally as Aaron Clarke. The 25-year-old fatherof-two was originally from Leighlinbridge but is understood to have been living in Carlow Town. His body was found in a house in Academy Court last Friday morning. The State Pathologist carrying
out a post-mortem at the weekend to determine cause of death. Carlow Gardaí have told KCLR News, they expect the preliminary results to be released soon, while the scene of his death remains sealed off. The results of the examination will determine the course of their investigation. Door-to-door investigations have already been carried out in the area.
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THERE’S an eggs-traordinary opportunity for anyone who would like to help animals in need, while also having an ethical source of breakfast each morning? On Saturday next, November 16th, LittleHill Animal Rescue and Sanctuary will bring hundreds of rescued egg-laying hens to Ballon for people to adopt. The charity is appealing to kind-hearted people throughout county Carlow to offer happy homes to these quirky creatures, who will otherwise be sent to the slaughterhouse. These hens are otherwise destined for the abattoir because commercial egg-laying chickens are routinely culled at about 15-months of age, when their productivity drops slightly, and are replaced with a younger flock.
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transgender rights and the effects that social media has on young people. Topics such as these are prevalent in the Social and Behavioural Science Category but are also prevalent in the other categories; Technology, Chemical, Physical & Mathematical Sciences and Biological & Ecological Sciences.
TO mark World COPD Day 2019, COPD Support Ireland’s Carlow Support Group is to host an Information Point at the Fairgreen Shopping Centre, Barrack Street, Carlow, on Wednesday November 20the from 9am to 4pm. COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is a lung condition that makes it hard for people to breathe due to obstruction of the airways and incorporates two well-known conditions – emphysema and chronic bronchitis. COPD Support Ireland is the national umbrella body for COPD support groups nationwide and works to raise awareness of the condition, to advocate on behalf of patients and their families, to enable peer support and self-management, and to support research and educational initiatives. Representatives from the Carlow Support Group will be on hand to provide information on the condition and general health and well-being advice, as well as point to the resources
available locally, including peer support meetings, information talks and exercise programmes. The Department of Health estimates that almost half a million people aged 40 years and over in Ireland have COPD, of whom over 200,000 have moderate or severe disease and only half are likely to be diagnosed. Between 2016 and 2018, 622 from Carlow were hospitalised due to COPD. For Prof. JJ Gilmartin, Consultant Respiratory Physician and Chair of COPD Support Ireland, it is important to get the message out that COPD can be managed and treated effectively, especially if caught early: “Anyone who has a persistent cough with phlegm, shortness of breath, and recurrent winter bronchitis, is to visit their GP especially people over 35 years, who are current or former smokers, or who have a family history of lung conditions to talk their doctor too. If appropriate, your GP can organise a spirometry test. “This is a very simple procedure.”
TUSLA’S Education Support Service (TESS) is launching its first national, School Attendance Drive , entitled‘Every School Day Counts’, to promote regular school attendance. Each school day approximately 60,000 students miss school in Ireland. TESS is running an attendance drive throughout the month of November, when attendance traditionally dips, to encourage and promote the importance of regular school attendance with children, young people, parents and schools. Up to 24 schools are involved with 40 each in Waterford and Kilkenny and 66 schools in Wexford. TESS believes that attendance is everyone’s business and encourages the
wider community to come on board and endeavour to make ‘Every School Day Count’ this November and throughout the school year. More than 1,700 schools right across the country have already signed up to the drive and will be running attendance initiatives in their schools throughout the month. The service will also be unveiling its new name and logo as part of its brand refresh project, to highlight the integrated supports available through its three service strands – Educational Welfare Service; Home School Community Liaison Scheme; and School Completion Programme. The three services work with children, young people, parents, schools and community family
support services to improve attendance, participation and retention. Addressing over 350 attendees, including government representatives, education professionals, children and young people, Bernard Gloster, Chief Executive of Tusla said: “Research has shown again and again that regular school attendance is vital in helping children get the best possible start in life. It lays the foundation for developing good social skills, building relationships and achieving success later in life. Children who attend school regularly are more likely to achieve better educational outcomes.” More than150 children, young people, parents, and staff were engaged in the brand refresh
Audra Wilson, Julie and Les Marrow, Liz Gaughan, Marian Caulfield and Eddie Lyons at Music by Niamh Kavanagh, George Bernard Shaw Theatre. Image by Rue Photography
Our scientific students! THE Carlow finalist of the 2020 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition has been announced as the Exhibition gears up for the 57th year of the renowned educational event. BT, the organiser of the event, delivered the good news to the more than 1,100 students involved in the 550 finalist projects. In total,
more than1,800 projects were submitted by students in schools all across the island of Ireland. The students will now begin preparing to exhibit their projects and meet the judges at the Exhibition in January 2020. A significant number of the projects this year delve into pressing social issues such as mental health,
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Standing room only on Misery Express
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t is 8.14 and I am standing in a corridor on the Misery Express, as regulars call this morning train that runs from Dundalk, in Co Louth, to Bray. I got on at the fourth stop, so my chances of being seated were nil. But we are standing comfortably enough with some people in the door wells and others straggling down the carriages. There is room to move and the man standing in front of me is even able to open a newspaper. Two stops later and we are packed like sardines in a tin. My arms are pinioned to my side and I cannot easily turn around. The man in front is unable to fold his paper or turn the page, so until the train empties a bit in central Dublin - five stops later - we are both forced to look at the same item. It is an advertisement for rail travel. It shows two people spread out over four seats, drinking coffee and looking at laptop computers open on the table between them. ‘Resdiscover the joy of the train,’ it says.
Michael Wolsey
I wonder where you might do that. Not on the Dundalk to Bray train. And not on the Waterford to Dublin train either. Senator Jennifer Murnane O’Connor has described rushhour conditions on that service as ‘a calamity’. The senator was addressing, in particular, the plight of people in Carlow, where she lives. They board the train several stops down the line and so have no chance of a seat at peak time. I have seen people on this train standing from Thomastown and it is frequently jam-packed from Kilkenny. So no, you are unlikely to rediscover the joy of the train on
Caroline Davis, Cathaoirleach Cllr John Pender, Mary Pender and Senator Jennifer Murnane-O’Connor at Develop Tullow Association’s 40th anniversary celebration of community involvement and achievements, Tara Arms. Image by Rue Photography a morning run out of Waterford. What about the Rosslare line? Maybe that’s where the passengers are relaxing with their coffee and computers, two of them sharing four seats. Not according to Wexford TD, James Browne. He says commuters from his
constituency would rather “get into their cars and battle the horrendous congestion on the M11” than face the crowded carriages. And it’s as bad in the opposite direction. “Passengers travelling from Dublin to Rosslare are often left standing
as far as Arklow before seats become available,” says Mr Browne. I have have had the misfortune to travel on an uncomfortably packed train to Sligo, where a passenger suffered what appeared to be a panic attack, and on one to Cork where passengers squeezed into
the luggage booths to escape the crush in the corridors. Have the people who devise ads for Iarnród Éireann ever been on one of these trains? Have they ever been on any Irish Rail train? Two years ago they came up with a slogan to the effect that the train services are so good passengers don’t want to get off. In truth, they are often so crowded you can hardly get on. Before that there was the campaign with the infamous slogan,‘We’re not there yet, but we’re getting there’, which added insult to injury for thousands of passengers stuck on trains that were running late or not running at all. Iarnród Éireann has ordered new carriages and promises that some of the over-crowding problems will be eased when they arrive, towards the end of 2021. I live in hope, but experience has taught me to treat all Iarnród Éireann announcements with caution. In the meantime, can I suggest a slogan for the next advertising campaign? Irish Rail: From bad to worse in twice the time.
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PLANNING NOTICES. Carlow County Council We, David Morgan and Sophie Byrne intend to apply for permission for development at a site located at Th e Old School House, Regent St., Bagenalstawn, Co. Carlow - A Protected Structure (Ref. CW385). Th e development will consist of the replacement of all existing windows and external doors, the modifi cation of an opening to the rear of the property, the partial demolition of contemporary outbuildings, the replacement of existing vehicle gates to the front of the property, a partial adjustment or internal fl oor level at ground fl oor level, the addition of partition walls at fi rst fl oor level and all associated landscaping and drainage works. Th e planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making
a copy at the offi ces of the Planning Authority 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, â‚Ź20, 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. Th e Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Carlow County Council We, Vodafone Ireland Limited intend to apply for permission for development of this site at Eir, Strawhall Industrial Estate, Cannery Road, Carlow, County Carlow. The development will consist of the replacement
of an existing telecommunications monopole structure (overall height of 20 metres), previously granted under planning reference no. 15227, with a proposed new lattice tower structure (overall height of 25 metres) carrying the telecommunications equipment transferred from the existing structure and the addition of new telecommunications antennas, dishes and associated equipment, together with new ground equipment cabinets and new replacement access gate. An existing disused wooden pole (10 metres in height) is to be removed. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reason-
able 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 (â‚Ź20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Planning 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.
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When Bobby Ryan, vanished after leaving his girlfriend’s in 2011, all who knew him were mystified. Using the name Mr Moonlight, Ryan was also a part-time DJ and popular all over Tipperary. And as far as his family and friend were concerned something terrible must have happened. But they had no inkling of what that could be. Nearly two years later, Mary Lowry’s brother-in-law Patrick Quirke found Ryan’s body in a slurry tank on Lowry’s farm, which he had been leasing. The gardaí were immediately suspicious of Quirke and embarked on an investigation that would reveal a tortured affair between him and Mary Lowry.
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Supernatural thriller follow on from The Shining, based upon the novel by Stephen King. 40 years after his terrifying stay at the Overlook Hotel Dan Torence (Ewan McGregor), is till scarred by the trauma he endured as a child, Torrance has fought to find some semblance of peace but that’s shattered when he encounters a courageous teenager, Abra with her own powerful extrasensory gift, known as the “shine.” Abra has sought him out, desperate for his help against the Rose the Hat and her followers, The True Knot, who feed off the shine of innocents in their quest for immortality.
by Catherine Fegan The Children of Lir…. Whooper Swan family recently arrived from Iceland (Photo Justin Ivory) Watching a family of 6 Whooper Swan (4 juveniles and 2 adults) on a wind and rain swept lake at the weekend and I was immediately reminded of one of my favourite Irish tales – the story of the Children of Lir. The story tells of how their stepmother Aoife turns the four siblings, Fionnuala, Aodh, Fiachra and Conn into four white swans for 900 years.
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GeminiHeed the voice of experience. Keep your own score. Maintain budgets and timelines. Strengthen foundations and structures. CancerIf you buid it they will come. Possibilities take shape with focused action. Consider angels, ancestors and future generations.
VirgoEngage in creative partnership. Make plans to realize a shared dream. You can find the resources. Articulate in detail the longterm results you’d like. LibraShare your health and work concerns with someone who always tells the truth. Look at a challenge from a new point of view. ScorpioIndulge romantic dreams, especially when current realities don’t match your vision. Find out what’s required. Persist. Sagittarius-
Imagine possibilities and research potential options. Make a dream board to collect creative ideas. Share with your household. CapricornArticulate your vision and share it far and wide. Provide clear, simple arguments, illustrated persuasively.
Juvenile Whooper Swan lacking the yellow on the bill of an adult (Photo Justin Ivory) Whoopers are one of three swan species found in Ireland, the others being Mute Swan and Bewick’s Swan. Similar in size to Mute Swan, Whoopers have long thin necks usually held very erect and have a sloping head and bill. Their bill pattern is yellow and black as opposed to the orange and black of Mute Swan. Bewick’s Swan is very similar, but is smaller in size, has less yellow on the bill, and has a shorter, thicker neck.
TaurusLong-term dreams for a group project can be achieved with disciplined collaboration. Articulate and share.
LeoPut your talent to work for a team effort. Work out budgets and benefits. Keep your wits about you. Ask for more and get it.
Adult Whooper Swans (Photo Justin Ivory) They were allowed retain the power of speech and would sing plaintive songs without equal. Plaintive is exactly the word to describe the wildly evocative trumpetlike whooping calls that these magnificent birds are making to each other as I watch from the cover of the undergrowth. Over the last few weeks Whooper swans have begun returning to our lakes and estuaries from their breeding grounds in Iceland. Almost the entire Icelandic population winters in Ireland and the UK. Numbers have been increasing here in recent years which coincides with an increase in breeding numbers in Iceland. The migration from Iceland is done in one rapid non-stop sea crossing typically taking about 13 hours.
AriesImagine your desired results as already achieved. Picture something seemingly impossible as realized. Rest and recharge.
Elemental Visual Carlowboxoffice@visualcarlow.ie Until January 2020
CRYS Jingle Bell Jog 2019 Carlow Rowing Club, The Quay, Graigue, Carlow Contact CRYS at (059) 9130476
OVER 50’S DANCE WORKSHOP Visual Carlowboxoffice@visualcarlow.ie Every Tuesday 3-4pm Tickets: €5 per class
Elemental - a Superprojects exhibition, aimed especially at children aged 4-12, this exhibition invites children and people of all ages to encounter contemporary art through touch and movement, as well as sight. Caoimhe Kilfeather, Karl Burke and Anne Bradley have transformed the galleries with their interactive, tactile sculptures and installations that explore scale, texture, space and light. Cleo Fagan is the founder and curator of Superprojects – an initiative for young audiences that generates possibilities for creative encounters.
The 6th Annual CRYS Jingle Bells Jog will take place on Sunday 1st December, 2019 at 11:30am from Carlow Rowing Club. The 5km fun run/jog/walk is open to adults, children and families! The course is ideal for established runners and is also the perfect target for those starting their Couch to 5k training. Prizes for fastest male & female, fastest U18 male and female. Spot prizes for the best Christmas outfits! All funds raised will go towards providing youth work supports to young people in Carlow.
These popular sessions led by dance artist Olwyn Lyons, encourage, inspire, and motivate people to get dancing. The classes emphasise maintaining flexibility, strength, balance, and co-ordination, all in a relaxed and social environment. All abilities welcome, come along to meet new people and make new dances! New comers are always welcome!
AquariusDiscover an excellent, innovative idea. Consider potential costs. Obsess over the details, and don’t get your hopes too high. Advance and adapt. PiscesHeed expert advice, even when you don’t agree. It may not look like it, but conditions favor personal advancement. Persistent practice pays off.
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