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Family’s agony as killer up for parole Campaign for longer minimum sentences THE PARENTS of a young woman who was killed by her former partner in 2007 are leading a campaign for a change in the law that would make convicted murderers serve a minimum of 25 years in jail. Paidi and MichÊal Campbell – mother and father of Ciara Campbell, who was just 22 years old shen she died – were spurred into action after ¿QGLQJ RXW WKDW WKHLU GDXJKWHUœV killer, Gordon Molloy, was automatically up for parole after just seven years. Even though he was unsuccessful in his application, they want a change to ensure that such killers have no chance whatsoever of release until they have served a much longer time behind bars. Paidi pointed out last week that the killer took maybe 60

\HDUV IURP KHU GDXJKWHUÂśV OLIH since the current life expectancy of a woman is 82. ‘She got a death sentence. He got a life sentence, but he was up for parole in seven years. Anybody who pre-plans to murder somebody, and then does it, should get a minimum sentence. The only thing that needs to be hashed out in my PLQG LV ZKDW WKH PLQLPXP WDULŕľľ VKRXOG EH Âś She also said that she fears Molloy will kill again if or when he ever is released. He had previously threatened to kill Ciara before then actually doing so following a drinking session some weeks after she ended their relationship. The shocking murder took place at Ardmore Gardens in Carlow in November 2007. Molloy was convicted and

Saoirse Ronan arrives for the BAFTAs at the Royal Albert Hall in London - the Carlow actress was nominated for her role in Ladybird but she missed out to Frances McDormand. Lots more pictures inside

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Shop window competition to say it as gaeilge

news in brief Garda numbers THERE has been a 15% increase in the number of GardaĂ­ serving the Carlow/ Kilkenny division over the past WKUHH \HDUV DFFRUGLQJ WR ÂżJXUHV given last week the Department of Justice. 7KH ÂżJXUHV VD\ WKHUH ZHUH GardaĂ­ in the Division in 2015. This number rose to 296 for 2016, before rising again to 329 before the end of 2017. Forty-nine of the currently VHUYLQJ RŕľśFHUV LQ WKH 'LYLVLRQ are new recruits to the force, ZKR KDYH TXDOLÂżHG DV *DUGDt since the Garda Training College in Templemore reRSHQHG LQ

Uninsured drivers THE number of motor insurance claims relating to uninsured or untraced drivers recorded in Carlow increased last year. 1HZ ¿JXUHV UHOHDVHG E\ WKH Motor Insurers’ Bureau of Ireland (MIBI) show that 33 claims were made locally in XS E\ IURP WKH claims submitted in 2016. 7KH ¿JXUHV ZHUH PRUH WKDQ double the 2015 levels, when just 16 claims were recorded. The costs of these claims has to be met by properly insured motorists, who pay extra on their own premiums to build up a central MIBI fund to meet the costs.

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WATCH out for some very striking bilingual window displays appearing in many shops and businesses on the streets of Carlow town in the run up to St. Patrick’s Day. Glór Cheatharlach are inviting shop owners to participate in the festive competition running throughout Seachtain na Gaeilge, which is the national Irish week of celebrations taking place during March, and culminating on the National Holiday. The idea is to create an attractive and striking window GLVSOD\ WR UHÀHFW WKH QDWLRQDO festive spirit and featuring generous use of the Irish language throughout. Independent adjudicators will view the displays during the period and choose the prizewinners based on content, creativity and culture. The prizes will be presented at the parade on St. Patrick’s Day. Shop owners and their window dressers are invited to take part in the competition and Glór Cheatharlach will be happy to R྾HU VXJJHVWLRQV DQG WUDQVOD-

tion of suitable phrases to complement the displays. Slogans might include such festive greetings as ‘LĂĄ le PĂĄdraig sona duit’ (‘Happy St. Patrick’s Day’), â€˜Ă dh na nGael’ (‘The Luck of the Irish’), ‘BeannachtaĂ­ na FĂŠile PĂĄdraig’ (‘St. Patrick’s Day Greetings’), ‘CĂŠad MĂ­le FĂĄilte’ (‘A hundred thousand welcomes’), and so forth. For further details contact GlĂłr &KHDWKDUODFK RQ RU HPPD#JORUcheatharlach.ie

Parade plans still moving along nicely ALL is going according to plan for the St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Carlow Town and the organising committee is delighted to report tremendous support from the entire community including the business sector and voluntary organisations as well as the local authorities. Representatives of An Garda Síochåna, the Civil Defence and Order of Malta have been attending committee meetings R྾HULQJ DGYLFH DV ZHOO DV pledging their support and expertise on the day to ensure a safe, friendly and enjoyable day of family fun and celebration on Saturday, 17 March. The call is also out for a large number of volunteers to assist on the day and Carlow Volunteer Centre will welcome expressions of interest in this regard. Participation is the order of

the day however and a big call LV JRLQJ RXW IRU TXDOLW\ ÀRDWV as well as walking groups to ensure a great parade. There will be prizes for the best entries. Floats which may have taken part in other parades throughout the county earlier in the day are invited to come along to the Carlow parade also and get double the value from their creations. Grand Marshal of the parade will be Carlow Special Olympics with a group of around thirty comprising of athletes, coaches and leaders taking pride of place along the route. Assembly will commence at 2.30pm with the parade moving R྾ DW SP 7KH UHYLHZ VWDQG will be located this year at Kennedy Avenue and following the parade the stand will double up as a stage for some lively

post parade entertainment with a line up to include ballads from ‘RĂłisĂ­n Dubh’, the best of traditional music from Music Generation’s ‘Reelig’ as well as spots from individual entertainers, marching bands etc. $ WUDŕľśF IUHH 3RWDWR 0DUNHW will be the hub for an afternoon of fun for the whole family in association with The Farmers Market. There will be crepes, hot food, FRŕľľHH FDNHV IUXLW DQG LFHV galore as well as face painting and family fun with Scats Entertainment. A few very special surprises ar e being planned and there’s even talk of a large screen to keep up to date with the club championship action from Croke Park as well as the Ireland v England rugby international!

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06| news in brief Helping Calcutta A GROUP of Tullow Community School students is to travel to India in October to work with the street and slum children of Calcutta. In order to do this, they need to raise a total of ₏16,000. Their next Fundraising project is a Clothes and Electronic Goods collection. Accepted items will include adult and children’s clothing, curtains and towels, paired shoes, soft toys, handbags and belts, laptops (undamaged and with power leads), and undamaged mobile phones. Donations can be left into Tullow Parish Centre on Saturday and Sunday February 24 and 25 between 12 noon and 4 pm. Donations can also be left at Rathvilly GAA club on Saturday February 24 from 12 noon to 2 pm. All support will be much appreciated.

Flower Club CARLOW Flower Club will hold a work night with Eva Holmes (Judge, T.H.Dip, D.Dip. AOIFA) on Tuesday February 27 in the Woodford Dolmen Hotel. It will be a night to pick up useful tips. Members are free to work or just observe, whichever they prefer. Work requirements can be obtained from Committee Members. Visitors welcome at â‚Ź7 each.

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Three locals in final of Pan Celtic Song Contest THE IDENTITIES of the three ORFDO DFWV IRU WKH XSFRPLQJ ÂżQDOV of the Pan Celtic National Song Contest have been revealed, along ZLWK WKH QDPHV RI DOO RWKHU ÂżQDOists and the three judges who will preside. The contest will take place in the Seven Oaks Hotel on Saturday 0DUFK ZLWK DOO WKH ÂżQDOLVWV SHUforming newly-composed songs ‘as gaeilge’ as they compete for â‚Ź1,000 in prize money and the chance to represent Ireland on the international stage. Local singer/songwriter Tadhg Ă“ GrifĂ­n made the shortlist with his song S.A.O.I.R.S.E. Tadhg is no stranger to the competition, having come in third place last year. The 18-year-old student is currently studying for his Leaving Cert in GaelcholĂĄiste Cheatharlach and has had a very successful year musically winning numerous national BEO awards and representing Carlow at the Youth Music Awards. $ VHFRQG ORFDO ÂżQDOLVW -DKN Ă“ Coinnaith, is a newcomer to the competition. His song ‘Gan DĂ­dean’ (or ‘Without Shelter’) is

Tadhg O Grifin, a Leaving Cert student at Gaelcholaiste Cheatharlach, is one of the three local finalists in the National Pan Celtic Song Contest. a social commentary on modern Ireland in his own unique Reggae style. The third local taking part in the ÂżQDO LV /LVD 'H %XLWOpDU /LVD LV D

Mayo, Meath, Monaghan and Leitrim. Judges for the evening will be Alan Swan, musical director with RTÉ 2fm, Rossa Ó Snodaigh of Kíla fame and well-known local musician Pådraigín Caesar. Songs will be judged based on the words, the music and the live performance. They will cross a number of styles from rock, pop and folk to traditional and classical. Three prizes will be awarded on the night, ₏100 for third place, ₏200 for second place and a grand prize of ₏1,000 and the Pan Celtic National 6RQJ &RQWHVW WURSK\ JRLQJ WR ¿UVW place and the overall winning song. The contest is kindly supported by main sponsor IMRO in conjunction with Gael Linn, Glór Cheatharlach and Pan Celtic. (QWU\ WR WKH ¿QDOV ZLOO FRVW Ÿ with tickets at the door. Doors will open at 7.30pm with the show NLFNLQJ R྾ DW SP $ IDQWDVWLF HYHning’s entertainment is guaranteed and the event is not to be missed. For further info please contact Emma on 085 1340047 or Bríde on 087 2857048 or email pancelticcarlow@gmail.com

teacher in Gaelscoil Cheatharlach and part of the Butler musical family. She will perform the song ‘GrĂĄ faoi BhlĂĄth’, composed by Donegal songwriter Ă ine Durkin, who pre-

viously won the National Song &RQWHVW ÂżYH \HDUV DJR The three locals will be joined by 17 other competitors from Galway, Kerry, Cork, Donegal, Dublin,

Three of our TDs have rental incomes

Saoirse recalls her Ardattin NS days

21( LQ ¿YH 7'V QDWLRQDOO\ are landlords or owners of rental properties, according to the Dåil Register of Interests for 2017 that was published last week – but in the Carlow/ Kilkenny constituency, three RXW RI WKH ¿YH DUH Carlow’s sole TD, Pat Deering, declares rental income from a house in his home area of Ballyoliver, Rathvilly. Also declaring income from one property is his party colleague, John Paul Phelan, who earns rent from a house at Rathmines in Dublin. Fianna Fåil’s John McGuinness declares rental income from six locations, in Dublin (two), Kilkenny (two), Limerick, and Tipperary. They FRQVLVW RI ¿YH UHVLGHQWLDO properties, and one commericial unit. His party colleague Bobby Aylward declares farmland at Mullinavat as his sole property LQWHUHVW 6LQQ )pLQœV .DWKOHHQ Funchion declared no interest in property whatsoever. Kerry’s Michael HealyRae declared more property interests than any other TD, as he listed 18 in total.

Saoirse Ronan during the programme on TV3 OSCAR-nominated actress Saoirse Ronan recalled her school days in Carlow during a special feature length interview that was screened on TV3 last Friday night. The actress – currently KRSLQJ WR VHFXUH KHU ÂżUVW Oscar statuette for the role in ‘Lady Bird’, after missing out twice before when nominated for ‘Atonement’ and ‘Brooklyn’ – spoke about how she attended Ardattin National School, and how she really caught the acting bug during those years. Her parents encouraged her in every way, and she also delighted in taking part in dramatic productions in the school during that time. In the course of a wide-

ranging interview, she also gave her thoughts on the current ‘Time’s Up’ movement in Hollywood. She said that while her time there has been mostly positive, the movement has made her open her eyes. ‘Apart from in maybe hair or makeup, or in your cast – there are no women on set. There’s no women in a crew. ,WÂśV YHU\ XQXVXDO WR ÂżQG OLNH a female boom op, or a female DP, or a female director. That’s something that I’ve only realised recently, and I was sort of blind to it. Because that was the norm,’ she said. The programme can still be viewed online via the TV3 player website or app.

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Deering: ‘2040 plan will deliver for Carlow’

Get moving! IBEC is calling on employers across Carlow to sign up for Ireland’s 4th National Workplace Wellbeing Day on Friday April 13 next. Thousands of employers have already participated in this annual campaign, which aims to improve employee wellbeing by promoting physical activities and healthy eating in the workplace. National Workplace Wellbeing Day is an initiative of Food Drink Ireland, part of Ibec, the group that represents Irish business. New research commissioned by Food Drink Ireland found that setting up employee exercise groups is RQH RI WKH PRVW H྾HFWLYH ZD\V of promoting greater physical activity in the workplace. Full details are online at www. fooddrinkireland.ie/wellbeing

₏65,000 for Simon THE Peter Mark’s hair salon in Carlow Shopping Centre was SDUW RI D QDWLRQDO H྾RUW E\ WKH company that raised ₏65,000 for the Simon Community recently. Events held by individual salons across the country included pyjama parties, fancy dress parties, and bake sales. All involved are grateful for all support received.

Some members of the IT Carlow’s equestrian team listening to their instructor Zoe Kehoe’s advice.

IT’s equestrian teams are bound for national finals IT CARLOW’s equestrian teams are currently preparing for The Equestrian National Intervarsity Championships. The event will take place from March 2 to 4 in Danville House Equestrian Centre, Co Kilkenny. IT Carlow is to enter two teams, in the Show Jumping and Prix Caprilli competitions. All team members have been training each week in Doyle’s Equestrian Centre at

Rathvilly. Doyle’s are also providing horses for the team. President of the Equestrian Club at IT Carlow, Ronan Larkin, said: ‘Hopefully all the hard work everyone KDV SXW LQ ZLOO SD\ Rŕľľ LQ WKH competition this year’. Instructor Zoe Kehoe said all have been training hard, and echoed the hope they will get the results they hope for. Team members have been running fundraisers

throughout the year to cover the costs of competing, and they are grateful for all support received to date. Meanwhile, IT Carlow hopes to host the Championships next year, which would be a huge achievement for the college. The championship is a major event for all colleges equestrian teams across the country. There are 300 competitors in this year’s competition.

One pub here for every 506 people THERE is one pub in Carlow for every 506 people, according to a report on the pub trade that was published last week by Allied Irish Banks. ‘Pubs Outlook 2018’ included a report on both the actual number of pubs in each county, and the number of pubs per capita. Carlow’s rate of one ‘watering hole’ for every 506 people places it squarely midtable. Mayo has most pubs per head of population, at one for every 323 people. Also well served in the ‘have a pint’ stakes are Kerry (one for every 344 people), Tipperary (one for every 350 people) and Clare (one for every 383 people). At the other end of the scale is Dublin, with one pub for every 1,649 people. The county with most pubs is Cork, with 955. This works out at one for every 543 people there. The report also estimates that rural pubs need a weekly turnover in the region of â‚Ź8,000 to â‚Ź9,000 in order to survive.

THE Project Ireland 2040 plan that was formally announced by the government on Friday stands WR EULQJ PDQ\ EHQHÂżWV WR &RXQW\ Carlow, according to local Fine Gael TD, Pat Deering.(pictured) Speaking after the plan was launched, the Rathvilly man said: ‘This is our plan for the IXWXUH RI ,UHODQG )RU WKH ÂżUVW time in the history of the State, our spatial planning is backed up with solid investment and it will deliver for our citizens. ‘The National Planning Framework which forms part of Project Ireland 2040 sets out how Ireland can grow in a sustainable, balanced fashion over the next twenty years. 50% of population growth is planned for our towns, villages and rural communities and 50% for our cities. Project Ireland 2040 is backed and supported up by a â‚Ź115bn National Development Plan. ‘The principal Carlow Projects are the Carlow Southern Relief Road, the Technological University for the South East (TUSE), and the Carlow town bus service, which will be introduced over time,’ he said. He added that in addiWLRQ &DUORZ ZLOO DOVR EHQHÂżW from investment in Urban & Rural Regeneration, Rural & Community Development Schemes such as Town & Village Renewal, Leader, Rural Recreation Scheme, ClĂĄr, Rapid, and more. There will further development of Agriculture, Forestry, Employment & Enterprise. A â‚Ź300m loan fund is also open to businesses of less than 500 employees, negatively impacted by Brexit.

Investment in Primary and Post Primary Schools including Physical Education facilities will increase. There will be substantial investment in Social Housing as it is envisaged that 550,000 more homes will be required nationally by 2040. Targeted investment in support of a high quality, safe, accessible and sustainable healthcare service. Over â‚Ź100m in capital funding has been allocated for the Sport Capital Programme for the coming four years. This scheme has been good for Carlow Clubs and organisations over the past six years and hopefully our good record of successful applications will continue. Heritage, Culture and Tourism will continue to receive investment. Âľ&DUORZ LV JRLQJ WR EHQHÂżW from real investment and proper planning thanks to Project Ireland 2040,’ Deputy Deering said. ‘This sustainable planning for Carlow, backed by real investment, will support families and strengthen communities here. What’s good for Carlow is also good for the surrounding region,’ he added.

World War I poetry THE Carlow Historical & Archaeological Society will present the fourth instalment of its Winter Lecture series in Leighlinbridge Parish Centre tomorrow night (Wednesday) at 8 p.m. Admission is free, and all are welcome. The topic is ‘The Great War through the eyes of poets’, and the lecture will be delivered by Jim Shannon.

It will include a focus on the work of many poets, ranging from the patriotic ultra-romantic work of Rupert Brooke, through the graphic realism of Wilfred Owen, to the searing sarcasm of Siegfried Sassoon, and also including the feminine viewpoint as expressed by such poets as Katherine Tynan. New members are always welcome in the Society.

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Mary McDonald and Mary Clark in St Fiacc’s House, Graiguecullen

St. Fiacc’s staff members Shilea Noland and Ursula Malloy with Paddy Dooley and Christie Ruin.

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Frank Horahan and Tom Farrell have a tea and chat in the Sleaty Cafe

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FODVVLÀHGV PLANNING NOTICES. Carlow County Council Further information is submitted in relation to the application for full planning permission, sought by Eamonn Nolan and Jean Orr for the erection of a two story dwelling house with private well, onsite waste water treatment system, domestic garage and all associate site and landscaping works at Raheenkyle, Borris, Co Carlow. A submission or observationin 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 of the authorityof 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. Carlow County Council Planning permission is sought for the construction of extension to front, side and rear of existing single storey dwelling and alterations to front elevation with all associated site works at Fenagh Road, Borris, Co.Carlow. Signed: Maria Deegan The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of thePlanning 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. Carlow County Council Full planning permission is sought to demolish existing single storey garage, full planning permission is sought to construct 8 no. terraced two-storey townhouses with new site entrance, and all associated site works and services at Greenhills, Leighlin Road, Graiguecullen, Carlow on behalf of MB

Homes Ltd. 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 - Athy Road - Carlow during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €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. Signed: P. Buckeridge. BE Civil. Carlow County Council We, Ballyknockan Homes Limited, wish to apply for planning permission for;The construction of 39no. new dwellings to include; 25no. Terraced two storey houses (2 & 3 beds), 4no. Semi-detached bungalow houses (2 beds) and 10no. Semi-detached two storey houses (2 & 3 beds); with the provision of rear access into terraced houses for bin storage, and associated car parking; Together with the completion of all previously granted landscaped areas, roads, footpaths and site development works associated with the previously granted development under reg. ref no. 03/430 (PL01.206855), all at Ballyknockan, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow. 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 of the authority of the application, and such submissions or observation s 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. Carlow County Council Permission is sought for the refurbishment of the Barrow

Storehouse on the Ballyellen Rd, Goresbridge. The development will consist of the construction of glass walled viewing deck and refurbishment of the existing storehouse to incorporate coffee shop, arts, crafts & interactive barrow museum and associated site works. Signed: Tom O Neill. 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, Civil Offices, Athy Road, Carlow, during its public opening hours. A submission of 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. Carlow County Council I, Tony Cox, am applying to Carlow County Council for Retention Planning Permission and Planning Permission to my existing two storey dwelling which consists of the following, a). Retention permission for existing as built utility area at ground floor, b). Retention permission for existing as built lobby area at ground floor, c). Proposed extension to first floor level above existing kitchen area, d). Proposed exterior and interior alterations and all ancillary site works at Kilgreaney, Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow. 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. (www.butlerarchitecture.ie, info@butlerarchitecture.ie. Phone 059-9104514, Mobile 0857609774.) Carlow County Council We Stewart & Daphne Handcock wish to apply to Carlow Co. Council for Permission for the Construction of a single storey dwelling, domestic garage, septic tank & percolation area, new entrance, bored well and all associated site works at Rutland, Palatine, Co. Carlow, the proposed site is situated Approximately 250m N-West of a protected structure CW 543. 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. Signed James kealy Planning & Design Services 059 9139484 085-100 2 200 Carlow County Council Planning permission is sought from Carlow County Council for the construction of 11No. two storey threebedroom town houses (continuation of a previously granted housing development of 19 units granted under P12/6495) and all associated site works at Mill Race, Paupish Lane, Carlow. Signed: Peter Salter. 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 Carlow County Council We Kaitlin Murphy and Thomas Curran are applying for permission for the erection of a dwelling house with treatment system and soil polishing filter and relocating the treatment system and soil polishing filter for the adjoining dwelling and all associated site works at Kilcloney, Borris, Co.Carlow. 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, Athy Road, Carlow during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the planning application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €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. Signed: Byrne + McCabe Design Ltd, Architecture & Engineering Services. Tel: 059 9725684 Carlow County Council We, Ballyknockan Homes Limited, wish to apply for planning permission for; The construction of 39no. new dwellings to include; 25no. Terraced two storey houses (2 & 3 beds), 4no. Semi-detached bungalow houses (2 beds) and 10no. Semi-detached two storey houses (2 & 3 beds); with the provision of rear access into terraced houses for bin storage, and associated car parking; Together with the completion of all previously granted landscaped areas, roads, footpaths and site development works associated with the previously granted development under reg. ref no. 03/430 (PL01.206855), all at Ballyknockan, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow. 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 of the authority of the application, and such submissions or observation s 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. MIRACLE PRAYER.

THE MIRACLE PRAYER Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked many favours. This time I ask you this special one (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your father sees 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. G.M.

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ninenottomiss BOOK of the week

TV SHOW of the week

FILM of the week

Bee active

Bombus lucorum agg. Pic: Justin Ivory

NEXT week sees the start of the annual recording period for the All-Ireland Bumblebee Monitoring scheme. The scheme involves recording bumblebees along a 1-2km fixed route walk (transect) once a month from March until October. The scheme was set up in 2011 to provide long term data on changes in bumblebee populations in Ireland. There are similar monitoring schemes across most countries in the EU and the data from all these schemes is consolidated into a single database to track changes across Europe. Bumblebees are Ireland’s most important wild pollinators and by monitoring our bumblebee populations, we can identify species who need our help the most and detect the early warning signs of a general threat to wild bees and to the wider biodiversity and environment. Currently there are approximately 90 sites/ transects being covered by volunteers annually as part of the scheme, but there is always a need for more sites to be covered. The more coverage, the more accurate the trend data will be. So who can get involved? Anybody, from beginner to expert, this is truly a “citizen science” scheme. While there are 20 species of bumblebees (and cuckoo bees) found in Ireland, on any given transect you are only likely to find 6-8 species and you will be amazed at how quickly you will learn to distinguish between them. The scheme run regular identification workshops. There are online ID guides and a brilliant id swatch which fits in a pocket and can be taken on your bee walks. There is also a facebook page and email contacts where you can get help with id questions. How do I get involved? All the information you need can be found on the National Biodiversity Data Centre website at www.biodiversityireland.ie

HOROSCOPES

LETTERS TO MY DAUGHTER by Emma Hannigan

HOMELAND RTÉ2, Thursdays 10pm

BLACK PANTHER Out now

A campaign is hoping to help Emma Hannigan’s latest book to number one after the best-selling author revealed recently that doctors have told her she hasn’t long to live. The Wicklow native took to her Facebook page to say “All good things must come to an end. The time that I knew was borrowed must be given back soon, so it seems.” The 45-year-old explained that the love of her family, friends and fans have sustained her throughout her lengthy 11-year battle with cancer. Dubray Books has also said they would donate all profits made to the Irish Cancer Society.

The seventh season is a long way from its original run with Damian Lewis, but Claire Danes and Mandy Patinkin and the cast of series regulars return for another actionpacked series. At the end of last season, following an assassination attempt on her life, President Keane broke her promise by arresting 200 members of the intelligence community, including Saul Berenson. As this season begins, Carrie has left her job in the White House and moved back to DC and is living with her sister Maggie to take on the Keane administration.

It may be named Black Panther, but the film is very much an ensemble piece with enough action and social commentary to carve out a place as one of Marvel’s better standalone offerings. Returning to Wakanda to succeed his father as King, T’Challa must now protect and defend his nation, ensuring the safety of their vibranium stocks and the secrecy of their advanced technology and wealth. The film looks great and there are some brilliant action set pieces and car chases to really get the adrenaline going, without it ever veering too far into the CGI-fatigue zone.

FESTIVAL of the week

BUSINESS of the week

EVENT of the week

ARIES- This week is a 6 Enticing opportunities present themselves. Study for the test. A friend can get through where you can’t. A ORQJ VKRW SD\V R൵ TAURUS- This week is an 8 Discover new views. Heed the voice of experience. Learn the rules before bending them new ways. Take an interesting journey. GEMINI- This week is a 9 Use your expertise and let your partner use theirs. Imagine what could be possible. Keep practicing. Work together to grow. CANCER- This week is an 8 1HJRWLDWH WR UH¿QH SODQV Don’t worry if you don’t know how. Work with a partner for the next few days. Figure it out. LEO- This week is a 9 Don’t drop exercise. It energises you for the fast pace. You’re spurred to action. Knowledge and H[SHUWLVH SURYLGHV SUR¿WV

FIRST CUT! YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL April 25-28, www.firstcutfilmfestival.com First Cut! Youth Film Festival is back in April, 25-28, to celebrate its 9th year and we are open for submissions! We set out to support young filmmakers from all over Ireland, provide an opportunity to screen their films and bring them together. We are delighted to announce that in partnership with Feel Good Lost, submissions are now open for the third edition of the Young Music Video Competition! Submissions closes on February 28. For more information go online. April 25-28 www.firstcutfilmfestival.com

PLAY of the week

CARE TO COMFORT St. Kieran’s Enterprise Centre, Furze Road, Sandyford, Dublin 18, 01 2959000, www.caretocomfort.ie

CHINESE AND IRISH POETRY Literature Ireland, Trinity Centre for Literary and Cultural Translation, 36 Fenian Street, Trinity College Dublin, February 21, 6.30pm

We offer quality beds that don’t look like hospital beds. The beds have built-in features that allow users to adjust them to the most comfortable possible condition. Our goal is to fit the right bed to the right person, because the right bed improves the quality of sleep and boosts overall health. We care about our customers and we listen to their needs. We believe that our beds can help people maintain their dignity and enjoy living independently in their own homes for longer.

To mark Chinese New Year, Literature Ireland is proud to present an evening of Chinese and Irish poetry and song. Irish poets Nuala Ní Dhomhnaill and Harry Clifton will read from their poetry alongside the Chinese translators FangZhe and Lijing Peng. Musical accompaniment for the evening will be provided by Jiani Liu Doyle playing the Guzheng. There are limited places, so please book your tickets as soon as possible. For more: info@literatureireland.com

RESTAURANT of the week EXERCISE of the week

VIRGO- This week is an 8 You’re especially lucky in love over the next few days. Sweet surprises fall like windfall apples. Enjoy time with family and friends. LIBRA- This week is a 7 Make domestic changes. Clean out cupboards and closets. Upgrade your equipment. Home and family take priority. SCORPIO- This week is an 8 You’re especially quick and sharp. An amazing development requires action. Keep score. Do the homework. SAGITTARIUS- This week is a 5

Inventiveness, creativity and inspiration come easy. Stick to your budget and plan. /XFN VPLOHV RQ \RXU H൵RUWV Communicate with others. CAPRICORN- This week is a 6 Brainstorm and reap creative abundance. A brilliant insight shatters an illusion. Children surprise you. Take charge. PORCELAIN SHA-ROE Abbey Theatre, 26/27 Lower Abbey Street, Dublin, Main St, Clonegall, (053) 937 5636 February 16- March 10, 8pm, €25/ 18 Popular Carlow restaurant Sha-Roe Bistro in A new play by Margaret Perry, Porcelain Clonegal has retained its Bib Gourmand status weaves past and present, myth and fact to in the new Michelin Guide Great Britain & explore the parallel stories of two Irish women. Ireland 2018. Michelin Bib Gourmand awards Tipperary, 1895. Bridget Cleary’s not feeling recognise those establishments that offer quite herself. Her husband believes she has good food at affordable prices of EUR40 or been taken by fairies and a changeling left less for a three-course meal. Tucked inside in her place, with devastating consequences. an 18th-century building, Sha-Roe Bistro London, 2017. Hat is a new mother. She has a is one of Carlow’s top restaurants. A huge great life. So why does she want to disappear? open fireplace and a pretty courtyard at the A modern-day thriller for all. back provide a rustic setting for standout contemporary cuisine based on local produce.

DOME FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE Carlow Business Park, Graiguecullen, 0599164311 The DOME Family Entertainment Centre is a family-orientated entertainment centre that has everything you need all under one roof for a family fun day out. The DOME Carlow’s largest indoor kid’s play centre is a fun-packed secure activity centre that caters for children of all ages and parents too. DOME Family Entertainment Centre is Carlow’s only bowling venue, children’s play centre, games arcade and kid’s party venue rolled into one. Featuring NEW Pins on Strings Interactive Bowling!

AQUARIUS-This week is a 7 Get into thoughtful planning mode. Heed an excellent idea from a friend. Intuition comes through loud and clear. Take charge, and take advantage. PISCES- This week is a 7 Let your team carry the ball. Inspire your circles with wit and wisdom. Friends help you make a decision. Unusual ideas are welcome.

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