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Pete Taylor sues Council
Pete Taylor has taken High Court proceedings against Wicklow County Council after he was locked out of Bray Boxing Club. The boxing coach launched the proceedings against the local authority seeking injunctions and damages after his efforts to regain use of the premises failed. The Council took over possession of the club in June 2018 after the fatal shooting of innocent father-of-three Bobby Messett when Mr Taylor and another man were also shot and injured. According to reports, Mr Taylor and his company, Bray Boxing Club Ltd, are seeking an injunction compelling the council to allow Mr Taylor to re-enter the premises on foot of a number of licence agreements, the most recent of which dates from 2014. Injunctions will also be sought restraining the council from
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selling or leasing the building or items that remain at the premises. These are believed to include gym equipment which Mr Taylor claims he owns and items of sentimental value, while items belonging to other club members are also said to be inside the Harbour Road facility. He is also seeking damages, claiming the council has intentionally interfered with his economic interests. According to the Companies Office, Bray Boxing Club Ltd is listed for strike off, which means it has failed to file necessary documentation and faces being wound up. Mr Taylor is being represented by Robinson O’Neill Solicitors, who are based in Ballsbridge. “As this matter is before the courts, the council is not in a position to comment,” a spokesperson told the Wicklow Voice.
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04| NEWS news in brief Glencree Peace Walk The third Glencree Peace Walk will take place on September 22 to raise much needed funds for the work of the Glencree Centre for Peace and Reconciliation. Please join us on this walk starting at 12pm, and/or sponsor one of the walkers by donating or creating your own fundraising page. Walkers will gather at the Glencree Peace and Reconciliation Centre (where there is ample parking) and will be bussed to and from the start and finish. The walk will be led by an experienced leader. Afterwards please join us for a BBQ and some live music at the Glencree centre.
Brooklodge nominated Wicklow’s Brooklodge & Macreddin Village has been shortlisted for a prestigious gong at the 2020 Georgina Campbell Irish Food & Hospitality Awards. The Awards will take place at the InterContinental Dublin on September 15th, with special guest Richard Corrigan taking part in a lively Q&A.
wicklowvoice.ie September 3, 2019 Florence Marlow Ward, Daniel Modu, Finn MacDonald and Bobbi Meehan, at the laun ch of Road Safety Authority, ESB Networks and An Garda Siochana’s appeal to parents, guardians and teachers to ensure road safety around school gates as children go back to school. Pic: Robbie Reynolds
School bans smart phones St Cronan’s school in Bray has banned the use of smart phones by pupils following a survey among parents. The primary school carried out the assessment in June and 91.2% of parents voted for the ban. Basic mobile phones for calls and texts are allowed but must be switched off at all times. The school’s principal, Maeve Tierney, says there are many reasons why the decision was made.
“We have had to deal with issues of cyber-bullying... we have children accessing inappropriate material, or material with adult content... we have children engaging in very risky behaviour online. “Certainly we can’t control what they do at home... but the statement from us to say that ‘we don’t believe there should be smartphones’ is sending a message that this is an issue - an issue for parents and for schools right across the country.” She noted that the decision
is ultimately about protecting children, and is “about their good” - including protecting them from making any serious mistakes online. Mrs Tierney added: “What we actually need here is a national policy from our Government. “We’re) one small school doing this in Bray, and quite a few schools are trying to do this... but it really isn’t fair to leave this to schools. There needs to be a serious policy, from the highest level, on this.”
Great gigs at Mermaid Arts Centre
What I (Don’t) Know About Autism by Jody O’Neill, Sep 6, 8pm, €5. “I wrote What I (Don’t) Know About Autism in response to my experiences as a mother of a young autistic child and my own subsequent diagnosis.” - Jody O’Neill. The play is directed by Donal Gallagher, and is funded by the Arts Council, Wicklow County Council, Mermaid Arts Centre, the Abbey Theatre and Everyman Theatre. My Wild Atlantic Journey with Colin Stafford-Johnson, Sep 7, 8pm, €16/18. Emmy-award winning cinematographer Colin StaffordJohnson is the foremost nature. and wildlife cinematographer and presenter in Ireland today and could be considered the Irish David Attenborough, given his encyclopaedic knowledge of wildlife and nature. Artists Connect, Sep 7, 11am, €5 The Arts Office aims to bring a range of artists, from a variety of disciplines, interests and backgrounds together. Contact 01-2724030 or www. mermaidartscentre.ie
Cyclists warned as thieves target the uplands
Cyclists have been told to be on the look-out for gangs of thieves who are taking bikes from people in the uplands. Gardai are investigating a recent incident at Sally Gap, when a lone, male cyclist was forced into a ditch after a car drove directly at him. Two men then got out of the car and took the man’s bike, a red and white Trek 1.7, from the scene worth €800. Cyclist Ian Baldwin posted about the theft on Twitter as he warned other bike users to be wary. He posted: “So I’ve just had this happen to me an hour ago 100 yards from the Sally Gap junction. “Two guys in a car drove me off the road into a ditch and nicked my bike. “Luckily my phone was in my back pocket not my stem bag. Reported to the Garda and getting a lift home.” Meanwhile, Dublin Cycling Group said they have noticed a “pattern emerging” in bicycle thefts in the Dublin and Wicklow mountains. They have received several reports of bikes being forcefully stolen from solo cyclists along the route. Some cyclists have also reported their phones being stolen. “There seems to be a bit of a pattern emerging,” Dublin Cycling Group spokesperson
said. “Ripping someone off a bike and into a ditch, with the bike being pulled off them, is a terrifying experience. “They seem to be targeting people on high-end road bikes and then stealing their phones, maybe so they can’t contact gardaí.” “But it’s pretty sinister if someone was injured after being ran off the road and couldn’t call for help if their bike was stolen. It’s pretty scary to think what could happen. The group also called for additional garda presence in the area. The route through the Dublin and Wicklow mountains is very popular with cyclists. “It’s an extremely popular route,” Mr Ryan continued. “So many routes head out through the Sally Gap junction as it connects to many suburb towns and cyclists then head through the mountains and out to Bray.” Local Sinn Féin Councillor Dermot O’Brien expressed his concern. “It’s horrendous to think that this may be planned but even if this is done on a whim, it’s a horror story,” he said. “Cyclists already have to be wary of their safety on the roads and the challenges it poses, but now they also have to be looking out for somebody that may be out to harm them.”
New tourism campaign Bray.ie launched its autumn tourism campaign for 2019 recently with the aim of increasing visitor numbers in order to help boost the local economy. “Our long-term objective is to bring the Bray brand to life, we will do this through our award-winning website bray.ie, helping build a more engaged relationship with current and potential visitors showcasing
the many incredible experiences that you can’t get anywhere else,” a statement said. “Bray is the perfect staycation location, whether it’s a midterm family holiday or simply a weekend break,” Eugene Finnegan from Bray Tourism told the Wicklow Voice. “We’re home to some of the best experiences in the country. In a nutshell, Bray won’t disappoint you.”
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Culture Night Wicklow 2019 ALL FOR FREE! Where / What
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An Evening with Oscar Wilde compiled and performed by actor Richard Lynch Alchemy Music presents Culture Night Concert West Wicklow Voices present The French Connection Meet Artist David Beattie Launching the new Artwork on River Dargle Flood Defence Scheme Hands on workshop and artist exhibitions on the theme of Environment An Evening of Reading and Music Movie Night - Mars Attacks! “Shorts” by Mr Sands Youth Theatre Author Declan Burke - Crime Fiction Dancing with Paint in the Hippodrome! West Wicklow Festival presents International pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason Poetry & Music with Nell Regan and Mary Barnecutt Author of I’ve Found My Tribe Ruth Fitzmaurice in conversation with Broadcaster Dr Ciara Kelly The Landscape as Witness’, ‘Snapshots of Greystones’, slides and song with Rosemary Raughter, Greystones Players and the enchanting voice of Jade Phoenix Making Waves Youth Theatre, Fourfront Games’ launch of their exciting new Portable Escape Room Wicklow’s young music talent, including Music Generation’s E levation Project followed by singer/songwriter Nicolaas Walle Oíche Ceoil Children’s Event Oíche Ceoil Concert Interactive Art Event: Workshop and Exhibition Oíche Traidisiúnta The Boathouse CCÉ Oíche Traidisiúnta The Boathouse CCÉ
Bray Bray Bray Blessington Blessington Blessington
Bray Town Hall Mermaid Arts Centre Bandstand Blessington Library Russborough House & Parklands Russborough House & Parklands
Enniskerry Greystones
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06 | news in brief Sinn Fein to welcome O’Broin Sinn Féin will host Eoin O’Broin TD to present his acclaimed book ‘Home: Why Public Housing is The Answer’ on September 5 at 7.30pm in the Royal Hotel. “Unfortunately due to current government policy the housing and homeless crisis continues to spiral out of control across the State and here in Wicklow,” local TD John Brady said. “Sinn Féin has brought forward solutions that would help solve the crisis and tackle rents and ensure that we have affordable housing.”
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Is Ariana moving here? Singer rumoured to have bought Luggala ... and so is Bono!
Shankill classical The first monthly meeting of Shankill Classical Music Club for the 2019-20 season will be on September 4 in Shankill Day Centre, Lower Rd, Shankill, 7.45-10.00 pm. Just come along, or see further details of the club on www. shankillclassical.org, or ring or text John on 087-2109175.
Bray Arts Show The Bray Arts Show takes place in the Martello Hotel, Bray on September 9 at 8pm. All welcome Admission: €5 and concessions €4. Brayarts facebook , www. brayarts.com , www.Brayarts.n
Ariana, Bono, Denis O’Brien and Galen and Hilary Weston are also understood to have viewed the property Two-pint sized singers are rumoured to have separately bought Luggala Estate, the home of the late Guinness heir Garech Browne, for far less than its €28m asking price. American singer Ariana Grande is believed to have shown an interest in the property and viewed it in 2017. Meanwhile, Dalkey resident Bono is said to have offered €21m but this was turned down by the vendors. Previously, it was suggested that businessman Denis O’Brien was eager to purchase the property. Meanwhile Galen and Hilary Weston, who own a massive fashion and food empire that includes Brown Thomas and Arnotts, were considering buying the property for their for their daughter Alannah. The Westons are no strangers to the area having lived outside Roundwood previously. The estate was put on the mar-
ket by a Guinness family trust in February 2017, immediately prompting calls for the State to acquire part or all of its 5,000 acres for public recreational use. This land is adjacent to Wicklow National Park and has significant scientific and biodiversity value, as well as tourism potential. The estate has been acquired in full, according to a spokesperson for Barbican International Corporation, the trustees of the estate, who would not comment on the price. Garech Browne, who founded Claddagh Records and helped form the Chieftains, turned Luggala into a haven for artists and musicians – a place where Mick Jagger and U2 partied alongside poets, painters, actors and models. Champagne was served all day when Browne was in residence and guests who found their way down into the valley were often invited to stay for as long as
they pleased. The writer Edna O’Brien, President Michael D Higgins and singer Sinead O’Connor were regular visitors. Browne died in London in March 2018 while en route to Luggala from India, where he lived for part of the year with his wife Princess Harshad Purna Devi. His ashes was poured into Lough Tay on the estate in a private ceremony for 200 friends which took place last August. Luggala Lodge dates from around 1787 when it was built for the La Touches, a Dublin family of Huguenot origins and founders of the Bank of Ireland. The Gothic touches were added later to chime with the highly romantic surroundings, which include vast expanses of ancient woodland and rocky wilderness. In 1937 Ernest Guinness bought Luggala and gave it as a wedding present to his daughter, Oonagh., on her marriage to Lord Oranmore and Browne.
Lotto fever has gripped Enniskerry after it was announced that the owner of the winning ticket holder of the recent €11,255,280 Lotto Jackpot has made contact with the National Lottery. “We can confirm that we have been contacted this morning by the lucky ticketholder and arrangements are currently
being made for the claim to be made when the winner is ready to collect their prize,” a National Lottery spokesperson said . The ticket was sold at the Spar Service just outside Enniskerry is the 15th largest jackpot in Lotto history and the highest in over two years. Shop owner Ken O’Connor said the shop is “buzzing”
after Lotto bosses informed him of their lucky sale. “Just last year, we sold another winning Lotto ticket worth €5.7m at another one of our stores in Rathfarnham in Dublin so we’re definitely a lucky retailer for our customers. Whoever the winner is, we wish them every bit of luck enjoying this lifechanging win.”
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Better a real job than useless degree
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pprenticeships are making a comeback, I read. I hope that is true. It would be a victory for commonsense and might mark a turning of the tide which has seen degrees and diplomas devised for almost every profession and trade, including my own. It wasn’t always so. My first job was an apprenticeship, although it wasn’t called that. I was apprenticed to the editorial staff of a weekly newspaper in County Down. I was paid almost nothing for the first six months and my wages then rose by annual increments over the next three years, reaching senior level when I was 21. During that time I learned the trade. I covered courts and councils, funerals and football. I learned to read the proofs, make the tea and drive the van. I didn’t go to university and neither did anyone else on the staff of the County Down Spectator.
Michael Wolsey My editor, the redoubtable Annie Roycroft, would not have dreamt of employing a graduate. She had nothing against further education but by the time students had finished college they were too old for her purposes, having spent three or four years learning things that were of no value to a local newspaper. In the late 1960s very few people went to universities which were almost the only form of higher education available. It wasn’t a question of ability - I went to a grammar school and had reasonable marks in the northern equivalent of the Leaving Cert. Nor was cost an
Sophie Blackbyrne, Simon Coleman, Lucas Brack Cian McDonald , Mollie Wheelan and Elliott O’Leary elp other children living with cancer, by taking part in the next Hell & Back Junior on October 6. www.hellandback.ie and email info@purplehouse.ie. Pic: Joe Keogh issue for, unlike today, the UK system was then very generous to undergraduates. But universities offered no help to me in pursuing the career I had chosen. The same went for most of my friends. Universities were for would-be doctors, lawyers, engineers and the like. If you didn’t need what they taught, you didn’t go there. Today, it seems as if almost everyone goes from secondary school to some form of higher
education. Hundreds of courses have been flagged by the CAO over the last couple of weeks. When they have achieved their degree many students will take a further course, perhaps do a Masters, maybe even a PhD. They will be well into their twenties when they go looking for a job and, for many employers, they will have nothing more to offer than I did at the age of 18. Their expectations will
be higher, however. They will expect more pay and to be given more responsible tasks, although they won’t be equipped for the work and, therefore, will not deserve the pay. I sound like some antediluvian relic, I know. But I believe there is a real problem here. Because, contrary to impression, not everyone does go on to third level - and those who do not are at a disadvantage in the
labour market.They are being kept out of jobs, for which they may be ideal, because they lack qualifications that are completely unnecessary for those jobs. It is now next to impossible to get into journalism without a degree, which must be keeping a lot of talented but nonacademic youngsters out of the business. Other trades are also suffering. I spent a little time last week with a niece and some of her friends who were all heading for third level colleges. One wanted to be a chef, another fancied working as a tour guide. Neither of these careers should need a third level qualification but there are courses, with silly names, tailored to suit both . And soon, no one will get these jobs unless they have a meaningless certificate from one of these courses. Apprenticeships let young people learn on the job and earn a little money at the same time. They don’t suit every line of work but they suited me and I will be very happy if they really do make a comeback.
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HEART BEAT OF GREYSTONES
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i t h something f o r everyone lined up over the coming months, Whale Theatre has a speciallyreserved VIP seat just for you. When it comes to indulging your cultural kicks or simply having a great night out, The
Whale is a theatre quite like no other. Providing a stage not only for local singers, actors and dancers, this award-winning venue has also played host to some rather famous out-of-towners, with everyone from Russell Brand and Chris de Burgh to David O’Doherty and The Hothouse Flowers strutting their not-inconsiderable stuff to full houses at The Whale.
Right at the heart of Greystones, both culturally and geographically, this unique theatre works on the principal that all the world is indeed a stage, and is therefore all-inclusive when it comes to its eclectic programme. There is a space in The Whale for every kind of artist, and that means this is a space for every kind of audience too. And when it comes to the in-
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Right at the heart of Greystones, both culturally and geographically, this unique theatre works on the principal that all the world is indeed a stage, and is therefore all-inclusive when it comes to its programme.
terior layout and design, this perfectly-formed theatre likes to keep it small and intimate, so that each and every guest has the very best seat in the house. With a full bar and waiting staff, patrons can gather together at a table in the sunken orchestra pit, simply grab a raised ringside seat, or just get comfy, away from the lights, on the 50-foot couch. It’s all about the seat that works best for you. This is a state-of-the-art theatre, blending turn-of-the-century decor with the very latest technology in sound and vision, offering you a warm, inviting and elegant home-away-fromhome. You just have to imagine you’re sitting room after a €1million makeover, and you’re almost there. So, whatever your tastes, whatever your talents, Whale Theatre has a specially-reserved VIP seat just for you. Because everyone deserves to be treated like a star every now and then. Tickets for events start at just 10 Euro. Make the most of these opportunities. Pictured Owner/Founder Ross McParland with Nikki Barrie Head of Communications.
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ruth donnelly Alpha CC Units 3-4, Rosebank, Herbert Road, Bray, www.alphacc.ie 01 2861800 Ruth Donnelly is the Co-Managing Director at Alpha CC. She has been with the company for over 16 years and has been an integral part of its growth strategy in becoming one of the most successful businesses in its sector. The company maintains a focus on their clients and ensuring that they are up to date with the latest trends in technology. Their main services include IT Managed services and Cloud, Data Centre cleaning, IT Equipment cleaning and ATM Maintenance. Alpha CC have recently moved into the retail sector, providing till cleaning support services for stores throughout Ireland and the UK. Ruth is also President of Bray Chamber of Commerce . Email ruth@alphacc.ie if you would like to receive information.
Kathleen Kinsella Kinsella Leadership Development Kilmuckridge, Co Wexford, 087 2646628, www.kmstraining.ie Kinsella Leadership Development was founded by Kathleen Kinsella. A Registered nurse and UCD Smurfit MBA graduate, Kathleen has over 30 years’ experience in both private and public sectors of the Healthcare industry in Ireland. She also works as Honorary Senior lecturer (School of Nursing) at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI). Kathleen has a keen interest in training from both corporate and healthcare perspectives. She is a firm believer in developing the skills of leadership, resilience and team building. She works with her clients to obtain these skills through training and facilitating interventions that ensure that the clients develop into highly effective and productive individuals who can achieve excellent results in difficult times.KLD also offer Women in Leadership courses to include topics such as Power and Politics, Negotiation Skills, Using Emotional Intelligence to enhance performance, delivering effective feedback, self-Management, as well as Menopause in the Workplace seminars.
Lila Bais BBMM Unit 8, Radio Centre, South Bray Business Park, Killarney Road, Bray, 01 204033, www.bbmm.ie Lila Bais is a Journalist by trade, a Marketing Consultant & the Content Marketing Manager for bbmm.ie. This year the Company is one of the proud sponsors of Sumo Run Ireland, in aid of Purple House Cancer Support. Bbmm is a Media & Marketing Company which also works closely with the Local Enterprise Office, providing E-Commerce & Marketing solutions for all types of businesses in Ireland. If your have any questions regards what is the next step for your business, Lila will be more than happy to advise you. Bbmm Bray Office is located at Bray South Business Park, on Killarney Road - (01) 2040333.
Georgia Gallagher Greystones Languages for Children St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Church Road (087) 232 4664/www.greystoneslanguagesforchildren.com Greystones Languages for Children! We offer fun French and Spanish classes for school children from Junior Infants to 6th class. Classes are held after school hours at St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Greystones or on the child’ s school premises. Our interactive classes teach children a new language through stories, songs, games, art & craft and role plays. The classes are enhanced by an interactive workbook and downloadable APP for practice at home. We have 12 French and Spanish classes to choose from running Mon to Thurs at St Patrick’s Centre and classes also at St Kevin’s NS and Gaelscoil na gCloch Liath.
Emma Mckernan McKernan & Co. Chartered Accountants & Registered Auditors Unit C20/C21, Wicklow Enterprise Centre, The Murrough. www.mckernanandco.ie, 0404 70122 Emma McKernan runs an independent accountancy firm based in Wicklow Town. The firm offers a wide range of services to both start-up businesses and established companies, and they pride themselves on working with clients from varying industries. Their wealth of knowledge in accounting, audit and taxation help clients make informed and productive business decisions. The firm is also experienced in specialised audits, and are happy to guide clients through this complex processes. McKernan & Co combine the efficiency and technical expertise you would expect from a large firm with the personal skills required to build close, successful client relationships.
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Rachael Davis BSc (Hons) Founder and Creator Remedy Pilates and Physiotherapy www.remedypilates.ie 01 2829837 Rachael won a deserving first place at the Wicklow Business Woman of the Year Awards, and will compete in the Nationals next month. Her team at Remedy are health educators helping people achieve goals in rehabilitation, fitness, and performance. They bring a unique nurturing style that intertwines body and mind and provide the resources needed to optimise well-being, regardless of age or ability. They specialise in Physiotherapy, Pilates and Fitness, as well as Yoga, Massage and Clinical Hypnotherapy all complimenting. They take individual’s from pain, injury, illness or wherever they would like to improve from, through to optimal functional fitness and provide the education, tools, support and guidance needed. They emphasise the importance of self-care to continue looking after physical and mental health during daily activities to improve lifestyles.
Deborah Coughlan National learning network Beechwood Close, Boghall Road, Bray, (01) 282 9643 Deborah Coughlan is the Area Manager for National Learning Network. With centres in Bray and Arklow they provide education and training for people who need extra support to get qualifications or return to the workplace. Deborah says “Our students come from a range of backgrounds, those suffering from depression or anxiety, those who have had an accident or illness that has set them back or have a learning disability. Early school leavers or those unable to cope with the pressures of mainstream education are also supported. National Learning Network is funded by KWETB and HSE who recognise some people need a little more support than others to achieve their goals.
CEO Killruddery Estate Enterprises Ltd. Southern Cross, Bray, Co. Wicklow, (0)1 2863405, www.killruddery.com At Killruddery we host exquisite private events; company days out, gala dinners and weddings. We run a membership for our 17th Century Garden, in which we host creative and fun family days, botanical workshops and concerts. We hold a Farm Market each Saturday showcasing local food producers and craftspeople. Our Farm Shop opens daily from 9am – 6pm and is supplied with chemical free vegetables grown in our Walled Garden, free range eggs and meat, our own cut flowers and a carefully curated selection of gifts and home ware. For me as CEO I feel a huge responsibility to preserve this Historic House & Gardens, my husbands family’s home for over 400 years for future generations. We were thrilled to win the Event Industry Awards, ‘Best Unique Wedding Venue’ this year.
Sinead Connolly Sin É Unit 2, Charlesland Shopping Centre, Greystones, 01 2010673, www.sinehairandbeauty.com Sinead Connolly, owner of Sin É hair and beauty, qualified at Peter Hair Creation in Blackrock. She worked as a senior stylist for five years before making the move to open her first salon 17 years ago in Blackrock. She opened Sin É in Charlesland 12 years ago and business has been fantastic ever since thanks to her growing, loyal clientele. Sinead has had the same talented team working with her for several years. Sin É specialises in organic hair colour, Natulique. It is exclusive to Sin É and the only certified organic colour in the world. Natulique, which has been featured on TV3’s Xposé, gives fabulous results. It covers 100% of grey and highlights without making the hair brittle and dry. Clients visit Sin É especially to avail of Natulique. New to Sin É is a range of trendy clothes, bags and more from Spain and Italy. Sin É is open three late nights. Customers can avail of ample free parking - no wardens.
Alison Banton Brooke & Shoals Fragrances Church Road, Greystones, www.brookeandshoals.ie, 01 2874199 Brooke & Shoals is renowned for its award-winning fragrance products sold nationwide and also for its pretty gift boutique on the main street in Greystones. Owner and founder Alison Banton is passionate about creating high quality products that are made in Ireland. Alison was recently awarded a Business Woman of the Year accolade and she knows well the hard work and dedication required to drive a business. A strong team is also part of the magic formula and the Brooke & Shoals team both in the Greystones shop and in the Kilcoole office are dedicated to growing the brand. Call into Kay, Rita or Clara in Greystones to pick up a lovely candle, fragrance diffuser, or body products. They also have a range of stylish accessories, jewellery and gifts for that special occasion.
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The Wicklow Voice is delighted to bring you our latest profile of female entrepreneurs, small business owners and professionals who work extremely hard every day to make Wicklow a thriving business location for everyone. Without the contribution these women make to our business community and local economy, the county would be a much poorer place - in more ways than one. The women profiled below are equal parts intelligent, innovative, creative, brave and inspiring. Each of them have put their all into their work and this is evident in their success stories. Despite tough times in recent years, these businesses continue to thrive and can look forward to a bright future. We congratulate these women on their success and celebrate women all around the county. If you would like to be featured in the next Women in Business feature in the Wicklow Voice, Wexford Chronicle, Waterford Today Dublin Voice, Kilkenny Today or Carlow People then contact us today on 01 9015565 or email info@wicklowvoice.ie.
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Brian Quigley
England defeat was a shambles
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ollowing the comprehensive 57-15 defeat to England at Twickenham at the weekend, which came with less than a month to go until Ireland’s first game in the 2019 Rugby World Cup, the question has to be asked; is it time to panic? ‘Defeat’ is probably too mild a word to use in connection with the loss. How about massacre, humiliation, hammering or total capitulation. There is no point in sugarcoating a review of the game or trying to pick out positives there were none. Ireland were a shambles. To think that before the game we were talking about winning it and going to the top of the World Rankings! How can we seriously consider ourselves contenders for the World Cup if we can let England run in eight tries against us, and from eight different scorers? We conceded 19 turnovers and
lost six of our 15 lineouts. The forwards didn’t give the backs much of a platform to play and the backs didn’t look like they were up to the job anyway. England have never scored as many points against us, and the winning margin was a record for them against us too. Forget the fact that this was a warm-up game; pride should kick in when Ireland play England, and that should be enough to solicit at least a decent performance from the green jerseys, if not a win. There was revenge to be had for the Six Nations defeat too. OK, we had no Sexton or Carberry. We still have two games against Wales to go in our preparations in order to get things right. England themselves trounced us on the back of a lacklustre performance against Wales. Perhaps we can bounce back like that on August 31 in Cardiff and September 7 in Dublin? Here’s to hoping. I think hope is all we have at this stage. Hope that Twickenham was a one-off, a day where nothing went right because we were dumping all
Former Ireland and Leinster player, Gordon D’Arcy, with Adriana Higgins and Jace O’Neill as he launched Dominic Smith Expert Electrical’s exclusive new TV and Home Entertainment showroom ahead of the Rugby World Cup. Pic: Brian McEvoy
our bad luck in London. Whatever happens against Wales will have to be an improvement, and that just might give us something to build on going forward to September 22 against Scotland in the opening World Cup game. Joe Schmidt still has to trim his 40-man provisional panel down to the final 31 that will be going to Japan. The England game won’t have been much help to him, such was the all-round mediocre level of the performance.
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WILDLIFE
with Justin Ivory
Wild and Free?
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Sign at Kilmacurragh Gardens in Co. Wicklow (Photo Justin Ivory) It is the time of year when Mother Nature opens her larder door to her smorgasbord bounty of fruit, nuts, berries and fungi (mushrooms to you and me!). This natural Autumn harvest gives our wildlife one last chance to fuel and bulk up before hitting the lean times of Winter. How our wildlife gets to feed this time of year can make the difference between making it through to Spring or not. The difference between life and death.
Blackberries ripening – let’s leave them for our wildlife (Photo Justin Ivory) At the same time in recent years the concepts of Wild Food and Wild Foraging have become popular and trendy. The appeal is obvious. A chance to get outdoors and connect with nature, gain more knowledge of the natural world and get free food into the bargain. Sounds perfect and harmless. The reality might be very different though. We are all aware at this stage that planet Earth is in the midst of a human induced Climate Crisis and Biodiversity Crisis. With our wildlife under so much pressure from loss of habitat, persecution, the effects of pollution and climate change – the last thing it needs is us taking from its everdwindling food sources. Knowledge of the natural world and the uses of plants is a good thing, but with knowledge comes responsibility. Some practitioners will advocate sustainable foraging i.e. only picking one in 3 or 1 in 5 plants. That becomes meaningless if you have many people foraging in the same area. It will quickly become depleted even if applying sustainable rules. So for the sake of our wildlife and our forests (which come under threat if too many mushrooms and fungi are taken) leave the wild food where it belongs - in the wild.
by Catherine Ryan Howard
rewind
Civilisations RTE 2, Monday September 9 @ 7.55pm
angel has fallen Released August 23, 2019
From the bestselling, multiple prize-shortlisted novelist Catherine Ryan Howard comes an explosive story about a twisted voyeur and a terrible crime. Andrew, the manager of Shanamore Holiday Cottages, watches his only guest via a hidden camera in her room. One night the unthinkable happens: a shadowy figure emerges onscreen, kills her and destroys the camera. But who is the murderer? Natalie wishes she’d stayed at home as soon as she arrives in the wintry isolation of Shanamore. There’s something creepy about the manager. She wants to leave, but she can’t - not until she’s found what she’s looking for.
Series 1 Episode 3 of 9: Picturing Paradise Simon Schama explores one of our deepest artistic urges - the depiction of nature. Simon discovers that landscape painting is seldom a straightforward description of observed nature - rather it is a projection of dreams and idylls, as well as of escapes and refuges from human turmoil, the elusive paradise on earth. Simon begins in the 10th century, in Song dynasty China. The Song’s scrolls are never innocent of the values of that world the landscapes depict immense mountains projecting imperial authority.
Angel Has Fallen is a 2019 American action thriller film and the third installment in the Fallen film series, following Olympus Has Fallen (2013) and London Has Fallen (2016). Authorities take Secret Service agent Mike Banning into custody for the failed assassination attempt of U.S. President Allan Trumbull. After escaping from his captors, Banning must evade the FBI and his own agency to find the real threat to the president. Desperate to uncover the truth, he soon turns to unlikely allies to help clear his name and save the country from imminent danger.
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PURE RESULTS BOOTCAMP 7 & 8 September 2019 all-day The Avon, Avon Rí, Blessington, Co. Wicklow
JOXER DALY ESQ. 7th September 2019 @ 8:30 pm €16 - €18 Courthouse Arts Centre, Tinahely Co. Wicklow
GLEN TO GLEN FOR WICKLOW HOSPICE 8th September 2019 all-day, Glenmalure Lodge www.itsplainsailing.com/club/wicklowhospice
Weekend retreats are ideal for those looking to kick start their healthy lifestyle and for those fitness fanatics looking for a different type of getaway! Weekends include all activities as well as all of the nutritious meals you’ll enjoy while at camp. The exercise classes include a range of high intensity and low interval training such as boxercise, metafit, miso, assault course and yoga. With our core focus being fitness, nutrition and well-being, clients experience the all sides of health and wellness. -Pure Results bootcamp caters for all levels of fitness for both men and women. (2 Full days / 1 Night) from €359
Sean O’Casey’s playful scrounger from the classic, Juno and The Peacock, takes centre stage in this intriguing new play from the pen of Eddie Naughton. With events that were to alter the course of Irish history as a backdrop, Joxer Daly Esq. charts an everyman journey from respectable member of The Foresters Association to a vagabond scraping by with only his wit to use as collateral. From the 1913 Lock Out, to the Rising – and the events of O’Casey’s classic The Plough and the Stars – to the birth of a new divided Nationalism.
This wonderful walk can be done at any pace with a general level of fitness. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery as you walk from Glendalough to Glenmalure and finish up at the Glenmalure lodge for some light refreshments. Bus leaves Glenmalure at 9am to meet up in Glendalough to begin the walk. All cars are parked with security at Glenmalure Lodge. Sponsorship cards will be sent out if that is the option you have chosen. For more information please contact Sinead on 0870954137 or Fabian Doyle on 0872306030.
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AriesGet help building a domestic dream. You can find what you need. Prioritize practicalities over fantasies. Take advantage of a lucky home improvement opportunity. TaurusCommunication and networking produce a creative breakthrough. Others provide the magic and spice. Stir it up. GeminiAccept a gift. Resolution of a puzzle leads to rising income. Stick to the budget. Keep showing up and providing results. Get farther than expected. CancerKeep your eyes on the prize. Imagine yourself winning. Stick to practical priorities, one step at a time. Listen and learn. LeoProvide leadership with a professional puzzle. Someone has a brilliant idea. Help coordinate and provide your part. VirgoGrace in social situations pays off in spades. Consider the view from another’s vantage. Friends help you advance. LibraContemplate what’s ahead. Privately strategize and plot options to realize visions and dreams. Draw upon hidden resources. ScorpioPush your own limitations and boundaries. Avoid lies and scammers. Investigate an exciting possibility. Explore new terrain. Sagittarius-
Discuss dreams, visions and fantasies for the future. Sift these ideas for practical priorities for your shared venture.
moth trapping National Park Education Centre every Friday Glendalough, Co. Wicklow
GLENDALOUGH NATIONAL PARK SWIM 7th & 8th September 2019 all-day Glendalough Upper Lake, Derrybawn
DESTINATION PLEIN AIR 4 & 5 September @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Schoolhouse for Art, Enniskerry Co. Wicklow
National Park staff have been surveying moths on a weekly basis for the past three years. Moths are trapped alive overnight and are released unharmed the following morning. Why not join us while we unpack the trap? You may be surprised at the variety of moths. Meeting at the National Park Education Centre, Upper Lake, Glendalough. Duration: 20-30 minutes. Practicalities: This event is suitable for all ages and levels of knowledge. Parking is available at the Wicklow County Council Upper Lake Car Park. Charges apply.
Join The Brave and Intrepid Swimmers in this Iron Challenge of Stamina and Endurance. Over Five hundred Swimmers take part in this now historic event. Spring fed waters and oak lined banks make this one of the most spectacular swims in the world. Myth and magic combine in the background to conjure spirits and creatures from the deep. Saturday 750 Metre Open Water Swim – 10am Start; 1500 Metre Open Water Swim -11am Start; Sunday 3900 Metre Swim 10am Start. www.openwaterswimmer.ie
Painting outdoors is wonderful, but one of the great challenges of plein air work is knowing how to gather sufficient information in a limited timeframe. In this two day intensive workshop, Rob will introduce a simple and effective approach to capture a landscape effect in a short period of time. Basic elements of landscape painting will be covered such as: how to use your materials in the easiest and most efficient manner, how to select a subject, and how to develop a study from start to finish.
CapricornGet your partner on board with your plan. A new method could work. Leave nothing to chance. Resolve who will do what. AquariusKeep a dream alive. Practice and slowly build strength and endurance. Look for the hidden opportunity under a change to the status quo. PiscesLove is all around. Stop and smell the roses. Let the day enchant you. Share it with your sweetheart and family. Find hidden beauty.
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