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Join us for our Wedding Showcase... Sunday June 26 13.00 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 17.00

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Red FM will be live on the day as they announce the winner of the Wedding Run Competition. For more information contact Samantha on 021 4549800 #corkweddingrun

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All is fair in love and war – the ‘wedding run’ competition

he competition will pit couples against each other for the chance to a win their dream wedding and evening entertainment (Phoenix Band & DJ) at the Cork International Hotel. Love birds will tell their story of how they met to a panel of judges make up of Red FM’s Philip Burke and Samantha Stewart the wedding coordinator at the hotel. Three finalists will be put to the test on Sunday 26th June, when they are sent all over Cork to bring back something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue. The first couple back to the hotel will win the wedding of theirs dreams. The winning couple be announced live on air at the hotels wedding showcase later that day. For more information stayed tuned to Red FM, and check out www.corkinternationalhotel.com

THE HAPPY PEAR TO BRING THE WHOLEFOOD ELEMENT TO THE 2016 CORK AND KERRY FOOD FORUM The Happy Pear to perform cookery demonstrations at the 2016 Cork and Kerry Food Forum on Sunday 26 June in Cork City Hall

ork, 13 June 2016: It was announced today that Ireland’s happiest and healthiest twins, David and Stephen Flynn of The Happy Pear, will attend the 2016 Cork and Kerry Food Forum. SuperValu Good Food Karma Ambassadors and Identical twins, David and Stephen – who are all about making natural and healthy food mainstream – will be demonstrating how easy it is to cook healthy food using local, fresh produce on Sunday 26 June 2016 in Cork City Hall. The Cork and Kerry Food Forum is supported by a partnership including the Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) Cork and Kerry, Cork City Council, Cork County Council, Kerry County Council, SuperValu and Bord Bia. The hugely successful food event will feature more than 75 indigenous food producers from the Cork and Kerry region making it one of the largest artisan food markets in Ireland. The two-day event – which is free to attend – will focus on health this year and will take place on both Sunday 26 and Monday 27 of June 2016 from 12-5pm in Cork City Hall. “We are thrilled to announce the inclusion of The Happy Pear to the 2016 Cork and Kerry Food Forum line-up. David and Stephen are a shining example of how to eat well using whole and natural foods. They love what they do and they will no doubt inspire the crowds at the Cork and Kerry Food Forum on Sunday 26 June to make healthier food choices,” said Joe Burke, LEO South Cork. The event will also feature cookery demonstrations from one of Ireland’s best loved chef & SuperValu ambassador, Kevin Dundon. A chef with a love of locally-sourced indigenous produce, Kevin Dundon will be in Cork on Monday 27 June and will cook a specially crafted healthy recipe using ingredients from Food Academy producers. The Cork & Kerry Food Forum will take place on Sunday 26 and Monday 27 June 2016 in City Hall, Cork from 12 until 5pm. For more information, see www.foodforum.ie

On This Day - June 18th 1928 - American aviator Amelia Earhart becomes the 1st woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean landing at Burry Port, Wales

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Cheque Presentation

On 17th April last, as part of the Silver Jubilee Celebration of St. Patrick’s Church, Rochestown Road, a special Jubilee Concert was held in the church. A collection was taken up at the concert, the proceeds of which were in aid of The Douglas Meals-on-Wheels. On Sunday 22nd May, the proceeds of the collection amounting to €2045 were handed over to Nuala Keating Chairperson of Meals-on-Wheels, and Billy Coleman Chairperson of Douglas Community Centre, after 11.00 am Mass by Fr. Pat O’Mahony on behalf of the organizing committee.

Meals on Wheels Cheque presentation to Douglas Meals on wheels for €2 050 following St Patrick s Rochestown Silver Jubilee Concert

Nuala Keating Billy Coleman and Fr Pat O’Mahony in St Patrick’s Church at the Meals on Wheels Cheque presentation to Douglas Meals on wheels

Annika and Adam of Elvino’s East Village Douglas, where you can pick up your copy of the Douglas Post

Carrigaline Furniture and Carpet Centre an Experienced Cut Above Frank K Hanover

arrigaline Furniture and Carpet Centre (021)4919466 and www.carrigalinefurnitureandcarpets.ie beside the landmark Carrigaline Court Hotel is a vast family-run onestop warehouse for all flooring needs that also delivers a diverse array of furniture from beds and mattresses to occasional furnishing. I spoke with owner and Managing Director Tom Sexton last week to understand why everybody should beat a path to his fully stocked 20,000 sq ft warehouse and came away asking myself, “Why shouldn’t they?” Tom and family have 30 years of contract and domestic experience with the retail and private customer so his model of business guarantees a complete service delivered in all aspects. Here, there’s good value and with a consistent eye on special offers from a huge range of flooring, carpets and furnishings, the word of mouth regarding Carrigaline Furniture and Carpet Centre draws numerous people from all over Cork and further afield. Tom, “We stock top-of-the-range all the time. We’re stockists of Brintons axminsters and Karndean flooring and have a complete range of laminate styles but we have something for everybody regardless of their pocket. We provide for the domestic as well as the commercial contract. We measure, we quote and install. We have the stock, the most experience in everything we do and the greatest value to offer all our customers.” Opening Monday to Saturday between 8.30am and 6.00pm on the site of the old Carrigaline Pottery where Tom used to work prior to becoming so knowledgeable in flooring and furnishing, it’s more than worth the homeowner, the landlord and the designer’s while to get in touch with Tom. You’ll find an unparalleled variety offered at Carrigaline Furniture and Carpet Centre. Tom continues, “We source from all over the world and because we buy in such quantities all the time we get the best price from our suppliers. We also replace stock to update the range of styles in store and consequently are able to offer complete rolls and partials or remnants at a massively reduced cost to customers.” Clearly, Tom and family have a winning formula that places Carrigaline Furniture and Carpet Centre at the apex of choice and value in home and contract flooring and furnishings. Unquestionably that gives customers every reason to consult and visit with Tom. Today, we can renovate home or business with an affordable makeover so if you’re in the market for such rejuvenation pay Tom a visit soon. You’ll be glad you did. Above: Tom Sexton

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Work begins at Convent Road on the Blackrock Pier. Photo: Frankie Lee

Some members of the Bishopstown Writers enjoying themselves at the Wilton

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Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. Douglas Writers Group The next meeting of the Douglas Writer’s Group will be held in Frankfield House on Friday 8th July at 5.30 pm. The Douglas Writer’s Group meets on the 2nd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. The Douglas Writer’s Group meet on the second Friday of every month and it’s open to all people, including beginners, interested in writing. So even if you’re only half interested please come along and check us out. We look forward to meeting you! (Inquiries 086 8839392)

and love their new spot inside the Church Road entrance to the park on the right where the stalls are set out in a fine circular space. Margaret specializes in freshly grown organic produce including free-range duck and hen eggs as well as jams and honey from East Cork. Jacqueline Griffin from Ovens is a serious dog lover and loves to cook treats for dogs. Her stall is called ‘Premium Canine - Handmade Dog Food and Treats’. It’s presented so beautifully you’d feel like eating it yourself! Christine Girault from France runs “La Spoon Patisserie” and it was Saturday Market Stalls in the hard to resist her gorgeous homeCommunity Park baking, especially her almond Having heard so much about the good value at the lovely market stalls operating every Saturday at Douglas Community Park, especially the plants, veg and food, it was a pleasure to see the colourful and individual stalls and chat to their owners. Joy O’Driscoll, the proud owner of ‘Joy’s Pod’ had the dream of restoring an old van into a classy black mobile unit where she manages to cook delicious burgers and sausages, served with home-made sauces. Joy Christine Girault from France, selling her asked the message be passed on to gorgeous pastries and cakes to locals would-be stall holders to join the group as the more variety the better. Anyone interested can contact secretary, Krystyna, or Marie Piper at the Community Centre. Alongside Joy is ‘Margaret’s Earth to Table’, a stall packed with beautifully grown organic vegetables, some that you rarely see these days such as white turnips as well as Ballycotton freshly dug potatoes. Margaret and Joy were both originally stall holders Jacqueline Griffin from Ovens displays her for many years at Douglas Court S.C. ‘Premium Canine’ hand-made Dog Food Treats! Lucky Dogs!

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Joy O’Driscoll of Inniscara cooking her famous burgers and sausages

Sandra Piper and Marian O’Sullivan checking out the veg at ‘Margaret’s Earth to Table’ stall

scones, but she has lots of other goodies as well. Many friends mentioned ‘The Flower Man’ and the great bargains he has in plants, so it was time to grab up as many as possible and plant them while the good weather lasts, which included stunning sun flowers, annuals of all kinds and perennials as well. He is Bernard Gaynor originally from Scunthorpe, U.K. but has lived in Cork in recent years. Educated in the U.K. by Presentation Nuns from Cork, Bernard said he developed a ‘grá’ for all things Irish! So wander down on a Saturday, meet these people and you can even get a cuppa from the volunteers from the Events Committee of DCA to go with Issue 1224

the mouth watering food from the stalls!! Special Request to Local Businesses-Tidy Towns Judges now Judging! Douglas Tidy Towns would like to ask the local businesses to continue their efforts to: • Freshen up or paint your premises • Adorn the front and sides of your premises with floral displays • Brush the front and side entrances of your premises and pick up any debris • Try to remove chewing gum, cigarette butts and kerbside weeds. Tidy Towns adjudicators can appear any time now! This will not alone enhance your premises for the competition but will boost local business by increasing visitors to our area also we all need to get behind this extremely dedicated and hard-working group of people!

they are listed on our Map-board in Show starting at 2pm, which has the village outside the Topaz garage. seven different classes, including Go check it out! Best Groomed, Small Dog, Medium Dog, ‘Dog the Judge would like to Kevin’s Day Fundraiser for Our take Home’ and Rescue Dog. The Lady’s Childrens’ Hospital, entry fee will be €3 per class. There Crumlin and Ronald Mc Donald will be food stalls, selling produce House on Sunday, 26th June, and providing freshly cooked food on the spot, take-away food and from 1-5 pm Marie Piper Gregan and her team snacks. Many thanks to all who have been working very hard to sponsored the Events Committee so bring you a more exciting than ever far for this very worthy event and Kevin’s Day at the Community Park they would appreciate a few more for the above charity. Marie comes sponsors from Douglas business from the renowned Piper family of people.

‘The Merries’ fame who’ve provided fantastic amusements for people in Douglas Village for over 100 years. She and her sisters Sandra and Sharon and brothers Martin and Tom have ‘show-business’ in their DNA and always puts on a festive, multi-activity event. They and their Official Opening of Heritage team on the Events Committee Trail have made plans again for this Dr Aoife Bhreatnach officially year’s Kevin’s Day fundraiser for Our opened Tidy Towns newly created Lady’s Childrens’ Hospital Crumlin. Heritage Trail on Saturday last with a The event was Marie’s husband talk and a walk to some of our sites. Kevin’s brainchild, but he sadly died There are 10 sites in all mapped and just a few years ago. The highlight of the event is the Teddy Bear’s picnic and Doc McStuffins will be there to examine and give your Teddy Bears a clean bill of health! There is no entry fee, just a donation of €1 entry fee per child. Activities to suit all ages are arranged including Face Painting and lots of children’s games with Caz the Entertainer. A Monster Duck Race will take place for which tickets are now on sale at €2 per Dr. Aoife Breathnach explaining Douglas TT Heritage Trail Map at Topaz Garage ticket or 3 tickets for €5. The first prize is lunch on board the Caribbean Princess Liner docked in Cobh. The ducks will be raced in the river that flows all the way along the park. This attracted much excitement last year as owners followed their course along the river! So get in touch with Marie at 089-4408242 to avoid disappointment and buy your ducks early! Sharon Piper will be there with the Carousel & all the Dr Aoife Bhreatnach officially opening our money raised on the Carousel will be newly created Heritage Trail on Saturday donated to Crumlin. There’s a Dog

DISAPPEARING FLOWERS FROM DOUGLAS TIDY TOWNS CONTAINERS: As mentioned before, Douglas Tidy Towns volunteers have been very busy planting at least 30 containers in advance of the visit by the Judges as part of the National Tidy Towns Competition which we enter every year. These shrubs and flowers will delight us all during the Summer long after the judging is over. It is disappointing to note that begonias, petunias and central shrubs such as Pieris have disappeared from our containers, especially those on the main Douglas Road at Woodview, Belvedere and the Plaza by McGrath Cleaners. A lot of our plants are supplied by Stonewall Garden Centre at a good rate but naturally they are paid for out of Douglas Tidy Town’s resources. That money is raised by us through various efforts in the Community and it is a pity then that the plants have disappeared. We have notified the Gardai and hope that if anyone sees anything suspicious it will be reported. On a positive note, great work is being done through Douglas Tidy Towns on the River Walk at the side of Douglas Village S.C. It needed weeding and pruning and bark mulch has been laid. The Agapanthus are budding and will provide a great show shortly.

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Open Garden Event Two Carrigtwohill Gardens will open to the public on Saturday July 2nd from 10am-4pm to raise money for the Cork Association for Autism. The Sensory Garden at Greenville House will open to the public along with Noel O’Keeffes beautiful cottage garden which is situated on an acre of land.

Things to do This Week As usual we try to give you a few ideas on what might need doing in your garden this week. Not everything in this article may apply to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week. Flower Garden: Deadhead basket and container plants, and start feeding regularly. Feed Michaelmas daisies and thin the stems if necessary. Cut sweet peas frequently, and do not let any blooms run to seed. Transplant biennials sown under glass, 8cm (3in) apart in a nursery bed. Inspect hellebores for aphids, which can affect next year’s growth if left. Kitchen Garden: Thin apples and pears when surplus fruits have finished falling naturally. Stop cutting asparagus and feed plants with general fertiliser. Estimate when first early potatoes will be ready, and soak about 2 weeks beforehand to boost crops. Plan winter crops while there is still time to sow them. In hot weather sow lettuce direct in the afternoon, and cover with damp newspaper for 24 / 48 hours to keep seeds cool. Thin peaches and nectarines to about 15cm (6in) apart.

The Cork Association for Autism opened their very first service centre for adults with autism at Greenville House in Carrigtwohill in 1991. Thanks to corporate funding they have developed a sensory garden at the centre to cater for the sensory needs of their clients. They welcome the public along to see these gardens on July 2nd. The grounds of Greenville are beautifully kept by their horticulture team who provide one on one therapies with clients. The team who work from a large glasshouse grow many exotic and specialised plants and will be selling plants and pottery pieces on the day which have been produced at the centre. ‘I see the great work being done by the staff in Greenville and would encourage the public to come out and support this worthy cause’ Noel O’Keeffe said. The event will be signposted from Carrigtwohill town and tickets can be purchased on the day at Greenville House for €8. Entry fee will include tea/coffee and light refreshments and entry to both gardens. For more information on the Open Gardens event call 021 453 3642 (Ext 5), email fundraising@corkautism.ie or log on to www.corkautism.ie

Lawns & Hedges Trim lonicera and privet hedges regularly. Use a rotary mower to cut the wiry stalks of plantains and other large weeds. Greenhouse Sow busy lizzies for houseplants in the winter; cut back in March and take cuttings for bedding. Start harvesting cucumbers while still small, to encourage further cropping. Sow cacti and succulent seeds in gritty compost. Start leaving vents open at night regularly, or install automatic vent openers to cope with fluctuations. Most cacti can be stood outdoors now, in a bright sheltered position.

Above: July 2015- Pictured at the opening of the Sensory Gardens at Greenville House last year were left to right Noel O’Keeffe who will be opening his gardens along with Emma Hutchinson, Michael O’Regan, Marion Courtney and Lisa Lemur from the Cork Association for Autism with the County Mayor John Paul O’Shea. Photo by John Grant

Water Garden Check ponds regularly in hot weather in case they need topping up. Net green algae if it builds up, and add to the compost heap. Mulch the bog garden with straw or leafmould to conserve moisture, or spread pebbles and coarse grit as a mulch. In General Pick produce and deadhead flowers to avoid a summer backlog of routine chores Above: July 2015-Greenville Gardens which will be open to the public on July 2nd in aid of the Cork Association for Autism

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Midleton Community News Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays Airs and graces in Classic Recital, Castlemartyr Resort, Sunday 26th June 3. 30 Airs and graces will abound in the Kiltha Room of the Castlemartyr Resort when patrons will be treated to classical music at its best. Lieder, Impromptus and Arias will constitute a pleasant hour of entertainment in the lovely surroundings and ambience that is the Castlemartyr Resort Hotel. Renowned accompanist Susan Mannion O’Brien will play Schubert Impromptus while Florence Fitzgerald’s programme will include Mozart. A little light music to get your feet gently tapping will come from the saxophone of Patsy Irwin, and a selection from Andrew Lloyd Webber musicals will be performed by Soprano, Geraldine Landers. Mezzo Soprano Mary Pedder Daly is coming out of the shadows once more to sing songs by Mozart, Schumann and Strauss. Recital will commence at 3 30 PM sharp, Kiltha Room, Castlemartyr Resort, Sunday afternoon, June 26th. Reservations: Colemans, Killeagh. Phone Ursula on 0876292646: Tickets also available at door.

Above: Patrick Shields, General Manager Midleton Park Hotel (Main Sponsors) with Cobh Ramblers FC players, David Curran, Jason Abbott and Jonathan Creamer.

Above: Michael O’Donovan, Secretary and Bob Donovan, ViceChairperson Cobh Ramblers FC; Patrick Shields, General Manager Midleton Park Hotel (Main Sponsors) and Seamus Cunningham, President Midleton & Area Chamber of Commerce.

Above: Kevin Mulcahy, Team Captain; Bob Donovan, Vice-Chairperson and Michael O’Donovan, Secretary Cobh Ramblers FC. The Cork Youth Orchestra will perform an extraordinary programme of exquisitely informed Irish orchestral idioms at Cork City Hall on July 1st this Summer ahead of their international Tour of Tuscany at Florence, Perugia and Montecatini that’ll reflect a powerful evocation of Cork Youth Orchestra accomplishment with pieces culled from Anderson, the Brendan Voyage Potter and Townsend. It promises to be an exquisite evening of eloquent Irish orchestral music and it begins at 8pm at City Hall on July 1st. The Cork Youth Orchestra will be conducted by Tomas McCarthy and will feature the mesmerising Uileann Pipe playing of the hugely informed Flaithri Neff. Tickets for this event are available from Pro Musica in Oliver Plunkett Street, the Everyman and also O’Driscoll’s at Ballinlough. The evening promises to be a popular event among orchestral music professionals and aficionados and is supported by Cork County Council, Cork City Council, the Arts Council, the Wild Atlantic Way and Ireland’s Ancient East.

Above: Patrick Shields, General Manager Midleton Park Hotel (Main Sponsors) with Cobh Ramblers FC players, Cian Kingston, Charlie Fleming and Shane O’Connor.

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Poetry Ronnie McGinn’s

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There is a sort of cool detachment about this week’s poem from Frances O’Keeffe of the Douglas Writers. She has finely balanced the intellectual elements of thought and speculation with a cool passion that creates an intense interest in ones own reaction to her speculating mind. Nice one Frances!

Night Ruminations

It’s too quiet back here, No friendly rumble of traffic, No distant sound Of neighbourhood dogs Settling disputes. Only night silence, Calming, serene, But still allowing the day’s concerns To intrude. I want to rest from Troubling thoughts, But no distractions Present themselves. It’s too quiet back here.

WRITERS GROUP MEETINGS Ballinlough Writers - Ballinlough Community Centre Fri 17th June at 5.30 PM Mallow Poetry Group – Mallow Library - Tuesday 21st June at 12.30 p.m Frankfield House – Around the Fireside – Tues 21st June from 8.30 pm Ballincollig Writers – The White Horse - Monday 27th June at 7.30 PM Midleton Writers – “My Place” Midleton Thurs 7th July at 8.00pm Douglas Writers Group, - Frankfield House - Friday the 8th July at 5.30 pm Bishopstown Writers- Bishopstown Library Thurs 8th September at 6.15 PM Carrigaline & District Writers’ Group meet at the Stables Bar in Carrigaline, on the first Saturday of every month at 11:30am. Writers in all genres are welcome to come along to our meetings, where like-minded people share their ideas & experiences in a relaxed environment. Further information is available on 021 432 0042. Ó Bhéal – Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street Writers Workshop - every Tuesday 3pm – 5pm Bishopstown Library. It’s not for beginners, but for people who are already committed to writing and have quite an amount of work already written. It’s not for beginners, but for people who are already committed to writing and have quite an amount of work already written.

Let’s go to a club, a disco, Get out of your chair, shake a leg (Don’t make me beg), Let’s dance on tables Where loud music Doesn’t let us think, Covers all concerns, Blots out thought. lt’s too quiet here. Frances O’Keeffe

Friday 8th of July Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ /Douglas Post, Douglas Community Centre, Church Road, Douglas, or you can email it direct to frontdesk@douglaspost.ie If possible keep your poem to 20 lines. You may choose any subject you like, in any form you like as long as it’s original. We look forward to hearing from you. RonnieMcGinn

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CASSY’S VOICE - BOOK

“Cassy’s Voice” a book by Emily Clarke. Emily is originally from Enniscorthy but has been living in Douglas for the past nine years. Her novel will be launched in Cork City Library on Tuesday 21st of June at 7pm. “Cassy’s Voice” tells the story of Cassy Shaw, a former New Orleans jazz singer who left her home in the middle of the night to go to her husband’s bookstore on Royal St. to collect a parcel. Only this is no ordinary night because Hurricane Katrina is approaching the city. With its arrival, the past is unearthed to reveal what happened to Cassy’s baby on a fateful night in 1960. You can buy your copy on Amazon, or get a signed copy of the paperback at the launch.

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HEALTH Treatment for large local reactions The following steps may help ease the swelling and itching often associated with large local reactions: Remove the stinger as soon as possible. Wash the area with soap and water. Apply cold compresses. Apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to ease redness, itching or swelling. If itching or swelling is bothersome, take an oral antihistamine. Avoid scratching the sting area. This will worsen itching and swelling — and increase your risk of infection.

Ask your Pharmacist By Garvan J. Lynch

Bee stings Definition Bee stings are a common outdoor nuisance. In most cases, bee stings are just annoying and home treatment is all that’s necessary to ease the pain of bee stings. But if you’re allergic to bee stings or you get stung numerous times, you may have a more serious reaction that requires emergency treatment. You can take several steps to avoid bee stings — as well as hornet and wasp stings — and find out how to treat them if you do get stung. Symptoms Bee stings can produce different reactions, ranging from temporary pain and discomfort to a severe allergic reaction. Having one type of reaction doesn’t mean you’ll always have the same reaction every time you’re stung. Minor reaction Most of the time, signs and symptoms of a bee sting are minor and include: Instant, sharp burning pain at the sting site A red welt at the sting area A small, white spot where the stinger punctured the skin Slight swelling around the sting area Large local reaction About 10 percent of people who get stung by a bee or other insect have a bit stronger reaction (large local reaction), with signs and symptoms such as: Extreme redness Swelling at the site of the sting that gradually enlarges over the next day or two Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) A severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) to bee stings is potentially life-threatening and requires emergency treatment. About 3 percent of people who are stung by a bee or other insect quickly develop anaphylaxis. Treatments and drugs For most bee stings, home treatment is enough. Multiple stings or an allergic reaction, on the other hand, can be a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment. Treatment for minor reactions When a bee stings, it jabs a barbed stinger into the skin. Removing the stinger and its attached venom sac right away will keep more venom from being released. Remove the stinger as soon as you can, as it takes only seconds for all of the venom to enter your body. Wash the sting area with soap and water. Apply cold compresses to relieve pain and ease swelling.

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Lifestyle remedies Although they haven’t been tested by research studies, common home remedies are sometimes used: Rub a wet aspirin on the sting area or make a paste with baking soda or meat tenderizer and water. Leave it on the sting area for a few minutes. For more information contact Garvan at Lynch’s Pharmacy on 021-4366923.

Learn basic CPR and & Save a life! Have you ever wondered what you would do if you found a member of your family unconscious? Would you know what to do? Can you use a Defibrillator? The sooner you get to a person in Cardiac Arrest the better chance they have. Only a few classes are needed to teach you what to do if necessary. A series of basic CPR classes are being offered free of charge to train people how to deal with such situations. St Luke’s School in Douglas has kindly donated their Canon Packham Hall for the training. A number of trainers offer their services free of charge. These include John Clifford, Rory Conlon, Ronnie Ginn, Maurice Hennessy and Aoife Keohane. Classes are held on the second Tuesday of every month – beginners at 6.45pm and regulars at 8pm. The 8pm class includes role plays and is open to anyone with relevant experience. If you did one thing this year that could have a profound effect on someone’s life, then do this.

NEXT SESSION: Tuesday, 12th July 2016. 6.45pm for Beginners 8.00pm for Regulars NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!

Canon Packham Hall, Douglas Tuesday 12th July Further details available from: John Clifford at 087 246 2629 Or Ronnie McGinn 086 883 9392 Issue 1224

Dr Stefan Billing, BSc, B. Chiro, PGDip-Clin. Neuro.Sci., DACNB. Functional Neurologist & Consultant Chiropractic Neurologist

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Chiropractic and Headaches: What’s the Connection? Though thousands of different triggers can cause headaches, one thing is certain— they happen for a reason. A headache is the body’s way of telling you something isn’t right. But what you may not know is that what’s causing the headache doesn’t always originate in or near the area where you feel pain. When it comes to your body, everything is connected. For example, a wrist problem can actually be a spinal complication, whereas elbow trouble can actually result from a shoulder issue. Of course, headaches can also be directly related to the spine, being caused by a number of ailments including:chiropractic-headacheconnection

Interesting Fact! Drinking water after eating reduces the acid in your mouth by 61 percent.

• Compensation for low back problems • Misalignment of specific Atlas and Axis vertebrae • Poor posture (sitting at a desk all day) • Muscle spasms (neck, jaw, facial muscles • Jaw (TMJ) issues • Trigeminal Nerve referrals • Neurological; • Dysautonomia to blood vessels) • Vestibular, Ocular and Spinal reflex changes VSR, VOR • Endocrine and Hormonal influences (very common in women around day 14 of oestrus ) Chiropractic and Headaches Chiropractic care is a natural treatment that promotes the body’s own healing ability. At our practice, we’ve seen many patients who come in seeking relief for headaches. To their surprise, chiropractic isn’t just about bringing relief—adjustments actually help to correct the underlying issue at hand to decrease its appearance in the future. Discover How Chiropractic Can Help You Tired of taking aspirin for the pain in your head or neck? Whether you’ve exhausted medical methods or are just starting to look for a natural way to eliminate your headaches, contact our practice today to find out how we can help. Call (021) 429-2445 and book a half hour exam with Corks only Consultant Chiropractic Neurologist Dr Stefan Billing at Koru Chiropractic, Ardfallen Medical Centre, Douglas Rd.

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Mahon Community News

There are exciting times this week at Mahon Community Centre as practically the whole community celebrates the arrival of Ringmahon Rangers in the 3rd Round of the FAI Cup. The lads defeated Youghal to get there. The next match won’t happen until August but our appetite is well and truly whetted by the buzz around the club. The pursuit of footballing excellence sustains Ringmahon Rangers and these are great days to be involved as a player, as coaching and administrative staff and no less as a supporter. Lord Mayor Chris O’Leary has opened a book of condolence for the citizens of Cork to commiserate with the citizens of Orlando following the mass killing aimed at the LGBT community by yet another American-born psychopath in recent days. Here at the Community Centre on June 12th we held a fantastic Street Feast this past Sunday. We want to thank everybody who came along and especially those who prepared or baked or purchased cakes, sausage rolls, sweets, scones and all the other forms of deliciousness that there were. The Rainbow Club was front and centre in all this. Well done folks, you really put the tall C in Community. It’s with great sadness that we report the passing of John Horgan; a real friend of Mahon. A gentleman and stellar Rockies player, John won four All Ireland medals with the County in 1970, 1976, 1977 and 1978. John also won no fewer than twelve medals with his beloved Rockies. We commiserate in heartfelt sorrow with John’s family and friends. John Horgan R.I.P. The Rainbow Club is always active, week-after-week. The club is in the heart and soul of Mahon Community Centre. This week, they took a collective trip to Logan’s Farm where the petting zoo/farm drew the enthusiasm and the affection of everybody. It was a brilliant outing and the children did very well as they engaged and got involved in the life there. Folks, you’re amazing! Andy Wilson has produced and recorded an amazing football anthem for the national side entitled ‘Summer of ‘16’ that’s perfect for singing in unison at the European Championship Tournament in France. With over 20,000 views on YouTube Andy and the Longshots’ song with its addictive lyrics and “here we go…here we go” refrain was approved of and decided upon by RTE 2’s Soccer Republic as the Number One song with which to support the Boys-In-Green. Following the draw with Sweden, Ireland face the brutalised and none too formidable Belgium at Bordeaux this Saturday. You’ll undoubtedly hear Andy Wilson and the Longshots ‘Summer of ’16’ in the arena. Come on lads and lassies, let’s Rock Belgium by song and result!

Above: Part of Mahon Community Centre’s Street Feast at Mahon Community Centre last Sunday

Above: John left it all on the field in all of Cork’s Liam McCarthy Cup winning seasons

Above: The Rainbow Club had a blast at Logan’s Farm

Above: A tactile and natural visit to Logan’s Farm was had by all

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David O’Brien Retires Having Served Douglas Wonderfully

avid O’Brien Executive Librarian at Douglas Library is set fair for other challenges in life as he retires from the Library Service. David has performed wonderfully well for many people and groups in Douglas these past four years and the community’s grateful thanks are due to him. David was particularly interested as Executive Librarian in the Executive Librarian David O’Brien many community groups that benefitted from his support and commitment and his extraordinary assistance was critical to the setting up of the Lennox Robinson Festival which grows yearly in part because of David’s “above and beyond” commitment to it. The Library in Douglas is a hive of extracurricular and interest groups all of which find the Library above Douglas Village Shopping Centre an accommodating and highly useful resource. Aided and supported by David and his staff, by their technological and practical resourcefulness, the Library has become a focal point in Douglas. We wish David well in all the challenges he’s set himself as he leaves Douglas.

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Roy McKnight new manager of Douglas Credit Union

Interesting Fact! In ancient Greece tossing an apple to a girl was a traditional proposal of marriage. Catching it meant she accepted

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he cruise to the fjords in Norway was a great success, the scenery was spectacular, we visited Alusend, Berginolden, and Stavanger. If you never got off the liner you could spend the day on board and still would not have seen everything. Norway is so clean and the air so pure. Their main industry is fishing. We witnessed a wedding taking place on a boat in one of the villages. Norwegians are the greatest drinkers of coffee in the world. A cruise holiday is a great way to relax. We all enjoyed the entertainment not to mention the food but the most important thing is that 60 people went and 60 returned safely. We’re all looking forward to the next one. Next trip is on Monday, June 20th to Wexford. We stay at the Talbot Hotel for 4 nights and we’ll enjoy the sights. We have a 2 hour River Galley Cruise with lunch on board and no it is not the Navigator of the Seas. On Wednesday, we’ll visit Glendalough and the Hook Peninsula and other parts of the South West. All we’ll need is good weather. The coach will leave the usual place at 10am. We also have trips to Naval Base, Sherkin Island and Killarney coming up. Anyone interested in going to the musical ‘Billy Elliot’ at the Bord Gais Theatre on August 9th, give me a call on 0872987161. Keep sending your recipes for our Cook Book which will be published in December – you may have recipes passed down through the generations. We are also looking for recipes from non-nationals who have made Cork their home. We’d love to include favourite dishes from their homeland. The Cork Midsummer Festival events take place 17th-19th, 21st-24th-26th June. There is so much to see and do and it’s set in a wonderful atmosphere from Picnic in the Park. There are high quality Arts events, both National and International for audiences of all ages – both indoor and outdoor events from the Bells of Shandon to Barrack Street and much more besides. We would like to wish David O’Brien, Executive Librarian in Douglas, well as he takes up a new challenge.

Upcoming Events: June 20 - 4 nights in Talbot Hotel, Wexford July 12 - Naval Base July 19 - Sherkin July 26 - Killarney August 9 Billy Elliot The Musical in Bord Gais Theatre “Cherish your Yesterday’s Dream your Tomorrow’s But be Young At Heart, And Live your Today’s” Take Care Phil.

Thanksgiving The Miracle prayer Sacred Heart

Above: Billy, Sean and Ray on the Young at Heart cruise to Norway

Above: Nancy and Aidan on the Young at Heart cruise to Norway

Above: Paula Marcia Florence and Mary on the Young at Heart cruise to Norway

Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask for a special one (mention favour). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own Broken Heart where your father sees it. Then in his merciful Eyes it will become your favour not mine.

Say this prayer for 3 days promise publication and favour

Above: A few members of the Ballincollig and Bishopstown Writers Groups enjoying a sunny get together at the White Horse The Douglas Post

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Rare Old Photos

Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays Ballinlough Writers Group The next meeting of the Ballinlough Writer’s Group will be held in The Ballinlough Community Centre on Friday 15th July at 5.30 PM. Ballinlough Writer’s Group meet on the third Friday of every month and it’s open to all people, including beginners, interested in writing. So even if you’re only half interested please come along and check us out. We look forward to meeting you! (Inquiries 086 8839392) Olde Ballinlough Faery Trail If you are passing through Ballinlough in the next few weeks, keep your eyes peeled for a flash of silver wings! A group of local parents have been busy developing the Olde Ballinlough Faery Trail for Ballinlough’s newest residents, the Faery Folk. All the community groups in Ballinlough have been invited to take part in the trail, with local builders lending their talents to build the houses and children and young people decorating Faery homes and doors for trees of the Ballinlough Community Centre Park which is located on the main Ballinlough Road. Local businesses have rowed in behind the project and the Faeries will be able to shop local in their very own Faery Village. Although the trail won’t be open until July you can watch more magic take place, as we are creating a giant mural on the youth centre wall filled with faeries and woodland folk. Keep an eye on our Facebook page @ OldeBallinloughFaeryTrail for more information and if you would like to help fund the faeries click donate on our gofundme page!

Elizabeth Taylor having fun

Elvis and his Dad

John Travolta

Eric Clapton and his grandmother

Ballinlough Summer Scheme Ballinlough Summer Scheme will be held in the first two weeks of July. For further information contact the Canon Horgan Youth Centre on a Friday from 5.30pm to 8.30pm Ballinlough Festival The Summer Festival will be held on Saturday 20th August, always a great day.

Above: Kevin and Barbara Reynolds from Clare pictured at the concert of Simply Red at Live at the Marquee last Saturday.

Above: Maria Hayes presents her husband, Fearghal’s captain’s prize at Fota Island Golf Club to Kenneth Carroll. Included is Janice Carroll.

Ballinlough Men’s Retirement Club Meeting every Wednesday afternoon, was well attended during the year. The members enjoy an evening of short mat bowls in an atmosphere of fun and camaraderie. Three mats were in use most Wednesdays. The members took part in a number of competitions during the year, most recently the ‘Michael J. Collins Memorial Trophy’ in which six teams competed. The winning team was Pat Connolly, George Greene and Liam O’Flynn. The runners –up were Harry Daly, Tom Mullally and Frank Cronin. The tournament was organized by Vincent Barry, Noel O’Shea and Ray Cremin. Mrs. Ena Collins and her daughter, Paula, attended the final, presented the trophies and thanked the club for running the competition in memory of their late husband/father. Noel O’Shea spoke highly of the late Michael J. Collins, mentioning his involvement in various parish activities including Ballinlough Community association, Our Lady of Lourdes Church and Ballinlough Pitch & Putt Club. He thanked Cllr. Terry Shannon for his continued support of the men’s retirement club and Mary O’Shea for the provision of refreshments.

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Carrigaline Community News Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays Rededication of Basilica in Knock Having been invited to the Re-dedication of the Basilica in Knock the Carrigaline Pioneer Pilgrimage bus will leave at 8.30am one hour earlier than usual. The National Re-dedication of the Basilica of Our Lady of Knock, Queen of Ireland officiated by His Eminence Seán Patrick Cardinal O’Malley; Archbishop of Boston, will take place on that Saturday 16th July at 3pm. All are looking forward to this very special occasion and seeing the newly installed mosaic of the apparition at Knock on the wall behind the altar and the overhaul of the Basilica which won the “Interior Architectural Project of the Year 2016 – Irish Design and Build Awards”. Over the last two years, the Basilica has been completely modernised after 40 years and is now much more comfortable. A few seats are still available. Contact Aislinn 021 437 2035 / 087 9699 48, Mary 4371025 or Mary 4373316

and window boxes being installed and regular bulletins being issued encouraging the members to support the Tidy Towns effort. The 2016 Centenary Garden is nearly complete, all that remains is the ceremonial planting of seven trees to commemorate the seven signatures to the Proclamation, the erection of the plaque and the official opening. All these developments to improve Carrigaline in so many ways take a lot of money and time, so volunteers and financial support is very welcome. For further information contact the Chairman, Liam O’Connor, 087 781 7857, Honorary Secretary Ger O’Hara 0861661049 or email oharageraldinem@eircom.net or Maura Allen 0868670222. Rónóg’s Well The annual visit to Rónóg’s Well, Carrigaline takes place on next Thursday June 23rd. The Pipe Band will lead the procession from the entrance on the Ballinrea Road leaving at 7pm to arrive at the Well for 7.30pm. The rounds of the Well will be done as the priest leads the rosary followed by benediction. The visit to Ronóg’s Well on the eve of the feast of St John is a very old custom in Carrigaline. People may visit the well anytime during the day.

Walk for Life Everyone is invited to take part in and support the annual Walk for Life from Carrigaline Community Centre along the scenic railway line walk to Frenchfurze this Saturday, June 18th commencing at 11am. Organised by a team headed by John Wade from Grange, Douglas, all proceeds will go to music for kids and traditional weaving schemes in the Casa Nana Nagle project run by Cork born Presentation Sister Mary Moloney in Chile and the development of a disability centre run by Sister Kathleen O’Brien of the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Rosary in Cameroon. Walkers are asked to assemble at the community centre car park from 10.30am. Refreshments will be provided at the end of the walk and donations can be made on the day. Enquiries to John Wade at 0863068895 who expressed thanks to Barry Collins Super Valu, Carrigaline for permitting a collection for Walk for Life in May which raised around €800. Tidy Towns on a Roll Activities on the Carrigaline Tidy Town campaign are in full swing these days. The whole town is involved in so many aspects of the Tidy Towns campaign. All the residential areas are doing a wonderful job planting, cutting their greens and keeping their own estates litter free. The County Council is looking after the roadside and open-spaces grass cutting. The ‘Adopt a Road’ signs have been erected and clubs will continue with the help of roadside residents to clean the approach roads over the summer months. Tidy Towns volunteers are working overtime including Sundays preparing Carrigaline for the National Tidy Towns competition that is being judged at present. The town centre is looking well with many buildings, kerbs and walls freshly painted. The large flower containers overhanging the river have been removed and replaced with double railings on the parapet of the bridge where flowerboxes are being installed. The summer bedding programme is going very well, the planting of flowers on the roundabouts is very attractive and the tiered flower boxes and hanging baskets on Main Street gives the town a new look. The Business Association is very supportive this year with many shop fronts being painted, hanging baskets

Rare Old Photo: Ian Fleming and Sean Connery

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Letters To The Editor frontdesk@douglaspost.ie

We’d love to hear from you. If you have any news, views or issues you’d like to see covered, write to the Douglas Post, Douglas Community Centre, Church Road, Douglas, Cork or by e-mail to frontdesk@douglaspost.ie Please include your name and address and a contact number. Letters may be edited due to space considerations.

THE LEAVING CERTIFICATE Dear Editor Now that the examinations are under way, could I make a plea to all newspapers, radio and television personnel to please, please refrain from this endless flow of “information” which is never-ending at this time of the year. Surely the young people have enough pressure on them without the media putting its oar in every moment? The students have enough to do, last minute cramming, taking in hints from their experts (the teachers) and they DO NOT NEED any more pressure from the media. How is it that this frenzy from the media comes with the Leaving Certificate each year? There are reams of papers printed, giving ‘advice’ on all and every aspect of the exam. Why? It seems to me that the same ’stuff ’ is regurgitated each year and for no other reason than it might sell a few more papers or get a few more viewers or listeners. It is not fair. It’s not fair to students. They don’t need it. They get all the advice and information from their teachers. It’s not fair to parents who are living with enough stress as it is without the media piling it on. It’s not fair to teachers who are advising their students all year and not just in the fortnight before the exams. And what is the most surprising bit of all is, once the exam is over (and the ones with the huge points lauded), everyone forgets about the exams again until the next year, and here we go again. As a mother, having put seven children through education and now helping (I hope by standing back, encouraging and loving) with thirteen grandchildren, I say media, go get another story to rip into. To parents I say, tell your children you love them, often during this time. Tell them that you hope they will do their best but that whatever the outcome they can come home and they will be loved just as much as ever. Tell them there is lifelong learning and the Leaving Cert is but one (relatively small) stepping stone along the road of life. And always remember, the ones who do best do not always succeed best in life. That’s my advice, for what it’s worth. Anne F. Healy Midleton Disclaimer: Any views or opinions expressed in these letters are solely those of the individual author(s) and do not necessarily represent those of The Douglas Post.

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Rules on operating drones Question:

I intend to buy a drone. Are there any rules I should be aware of?

Answer: Historical Walking Tour of St. Finbarre’s Hospital

n Saturday, 25th June 2016 at 12 noon, Cllr Kieran McCarthy, in association with the Friends of St Finbarr’s Hospital, will give a public historical walking tour of the hospital grounds (meet at gate). The walk is free and takes place to support the summer bazaar of the Friends. Cllr McCarthy noted: “St Finbarr’s Hospital, the city’s former nineteenth century workhouse, serves as a vast repository of narratives, memories, symbolism, iconography and cultural debate, this year the site is 175 years old”. When the Irish Poor Relief Act was passed on 31 July 1838, the assistant Poor Law commissioner, William J Voules, came to Cork in September 1838 to implement the new laws. Meetings were held in towns throughout the country. By 1845, 123 workhouses had been built, formed into a series of districts or Poor Law Unions, each Poor Law Union containing at least one workhouse. The cost of poor relief was met by the payment of rates by owners of land and property in that district. In 1841, over eight acres were leased to the Poor Law Guardians from Daniel B. Foley, Evergreen House, Cork. Mr. Foley retained an acre, on which was Evergreen House with its surrounding gardens, which fronted South Douglas Road (now a vacant concrete space). The subsequent workhouse that was built on the leased lands was opened in December 1841. It was an isolated place, built beyond the City’s toll house and toll gates. The Douglas Road Workhouse was also one of the first of over 130 workhouses to be designed by the Poor Law Commissioners’ architect George Wilkinson.

Drones and model aircraft are both considered small unmanned aircraft and the same rules apply to their operation. The rules are set out in the Small Unmanned Aircraft (Drones) and Rockets Order 2015 (SI 563/2015). Under the rules, all drones weighing 1kg or more must be registered with the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA). This includes the weight of the battery and all attached equipment, including cargo, at the start of its flight. You must be over 16 years of age to register a drone, otherwise it must be registered by a parent or legal guardian. You register your drone online at iaa.ie/drones. You must never operate a drone in a negligent or reckless manner so as to endanger the life or property of others and you must have permission from the landowner for take-off and landing. You must never operate it: Farther than 300 metres from you or out of your direct line of sight Over 120 metres above ground level Over urban areas or over a group of 12 or more people Within 120 metres of any person, vessel or structure not under your control Closer than 5 kilometres from an aerodrome If it will be a hazard to another aircraft in flight In civil or military controlled airspace or in restricted areas such as prisons If you want to operate your drone outside these limits, you must apply to the IAA for a specific operating permission and complete a drone safety training course. If your drone weighs 4kg or more, you must complete a drone safety training course before operating it. You should be aware that there may be privacy or trespass issues if you operate a drone over private property. While you do not need insurance to operate a drone it is recommended that you are insured and that you complete a drone safety training course. Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below. Citizens Information is also available online at www. citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service 0761 07 4000. Supported and funded by the Citizens Information Board.

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Brain Teazer Nauseating little Jimmy Toobright was having a biology lesson. Feeling bored, he put up his hand and told the teacher, “ I know something that has legs , a chest and a back but no head. What is it?” The teacher was, as usual, furious at being stuck for an answer

Last weeks Teaser

It is said that Lucretia Borgia could split an apple in such a way that, when she shared it with someone else, the subject of her generosity would be dead within hours How did she do it ?

Last weeks Answer A chest of drawers

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Pictured: Coleman Ryan at the New 18 hole Putting Course in Frankfield House, where you can pick up your copy of the Douglas Post

Interesting Fact! A cometâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tail always points away from the sun.

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SPORT Raffeen Creek Pitch and Putt Notes by Brendan Hayes

Before Wednesday night game (Inauguration Shield) chairman Weeshie Murphy Introduced new All Ireland Champion (his son) Shane to tremendous applause, he informed all present that event organizer Mick Coakley had pulled out all stops to have the clubhouse bar open, food supplied, and close family and friends all gathered to attend a function in honour of Shane’s achievements,and what a night it turned out to be with special guests Mark Keohane of the county board, past and present P&P champions like Frank O Donoghue JJ Walsh, Bryan Delaney all present to congratulate Shane on his achievement. The Wed night game itself caused a lot of confusion we played 3man scramble with 2 scores to count i don’t think we will be playing that format again. Results, 1st Gross new Champ Shane Murphy Chris McCarthy and Charlie Morrissey 1st Nett, Event Organizer Mick Coakley with twins Shane and David O Leary 2nd Nett, Michael Brainsfield Jimmy the Leak and Graham Bouge. Outside competitions. , Bishop town Open, Barry Morrissey won the Sr Nett while Donal Field Christie Wade and John Tett were 2nd Nett winners well done all In Douglas Michael Brainsfield and George Mulcathy St Ann’s won the Nett John Tett and Ted Keane of ESB won the Gross. Well done Michael and John Sat 11th Congratulations to Mark Jordan from Raffeen Creek on winning that Douglas Nett Cup with a score of 43 first of many i hope Well done Mark Second went to Gregg Lynch of Raffeen Creek with a score of 44 . Fourth place Charlie Morrissey of Raffeen Creek. Well done Gregg brilliant achievement and well done Charlie Munster Strokeplay qualifiers,Sr Only one of our players qualified and that was man of the moment Shane Murphy,We had 6 qualify in the Inters, Richard Jordan Ger O Sullivan, Graham Bouge, Bryan Murphy, Charlie Morrissey, and Weeshie Murphy,Jr Ian O Donoghue was the only one to qualify Congratulations to Hibernian AFC on winning the cup Friday night another trophy for All Ireland Champ Shane Murphy

Results for Rebel Og East

Rebel Og East Fe 14 A Hurling Championship: Youghal 7-11, Erins Own 2-9 Final; Rebel Og East Fe 14 A Football League 1: Na Piarsaigh 0-7, Ballinora 4-10 ; Grenagh 5-17, Ballygarvan 1-2 ; Rebel Og East Fe 14 B Football League 1: Aghabullogue 2-4, Carrig na bhFear 1-6 ; Rebel Og East Fe 13 A Football League : Kilmurry 4-4, Aghada 7-10 ; Mayfield 3-4, Kilmurry 4-11 ; Whitechurch 3-5, Aghada 3-12 ; Glenville 7-13, Mayfield 5-4 ; Rebel Og East Fe 13 B Football League 1: Clondrohid 9-15, Cill na Martra 2-7 ; Aghabullogue 7-10, Macroom 3-6 ; Rebel Og East Fe 12 A Football League: Canovee 5-12, Donoughmore 1-6 ; Rebel Og East Fe 12 B Football League 1: Macroom 3-4, Aghabullogue 4-8 ; Rebel Og East Fe 12 B Football League 2: Lisgoold 2-4, Fr O Neills 4-2 ; Rebel Og East Fe 12 A Hurling League: St Catherines 5-10, Donoughmore 1-1 ; Ballinhassig 2-6, Killeagh Itas 6-2 ; Killeagh Itas 4-4, St Catherines 4-7 ; Rebel Og East Fe 12 C Hurling League : Laochra Og 3-7,

Shamrocks 2-2 ; Grenagh 1-7, Whitechurch 1-4 ; Rebel Og East Fe 11 Football Group 1: St Colmans 3-5, Fr O Neills 3-3 ; Bride Rovers 3-2, Kiltha Og 1-5 ; Rebel Og East Fe 11 Hurling Group 1: Killeagh Itas 7-1, St Colmans 1-0 ; Rebel Og East Fe 11 Hurling Group 2: Courcey Rovers 5-2, Kinsale B 1-3 ; Rebel Og East Fe 11 Hurling Group 3: Whitechurch 9-3, Donoughmore 0-4 ; Ballinora 2-2, Bishopstown 4-5 ;

Bunscoil Chriost Ri celebrate their Roinn C4 win at the Allianz Sciath na Scol camogie Finals at CIT.

Bunscoil Chriost Ri vice captain, Megan Murphy and captain, Ciara Hurley, in happy mood following their Allianz Sciath na Scol Roinn C4 win at CIT.

Senior Women’s Basketball Team players_ Aoife McDermott, Casey Grace and Amy Waters at the Mardyke Arena UCC (sponsors of the Irish Ladies Basketball Team)

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CORK COUNTY COUNCIL ANNOUNCES LEAD SPONSORSHIP OF CORK SUMMER SHOW 2016

ork County Council to Showcase the County at Cork Summer Show Cork, 9 June 2016: Cork County Council has announced it is lead sponsor for one of Ireland’s longest running and much loved agricultural shows, the Cork Summer Show 2016. A longtime supporter of the Cork Summer Show, which takes place on 18 and 19 June in Curraheen, Cork County Council will be showcasing all that County Cork has to offer visitors, tourists, business and residents at the 2 day event. “It is a pleasure for us to support the Cork Summer Show again this year. The Show is a great snapshot of all that Cork County has to offer – from great food, wonderful tourism, animals, music and an agricultural heritage. We, at Cork County Council, see the Cork Summer Show as an ideal fit reflecting the wealth of services that your Council offers, many of which we are looking forward to highlighting at our Cork Summer Show marquee. This promises to be a busy weekend for me, as I come to the end of my term as Mayor of the County of Cork with the Mayor’s ‘Hooley in the Hall’ on Friday followed by Cork Summer Show on Saturday and Sunday. ” said Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr John Paul O’Shea. With anticipated crowds of more than 50,000 people, the Cork Summer Show promises an even bigger and better line up this year. The show will feature the traditional Summer Show staples from breeds of cattle, showjumping and competitions for hunters, ponies and horses as well as sheep, goats, poultry, trade stands and machinery exhibits. This year will also feature the largest outdoor food festival in Cork, a craft beer tent to rival Oktoberfest, a stellar musical line-up which includes performances by The Frank & Walters, John Spillane and the Lords of Strutt to name just a few. A super sized pet zoo for young children is also on the line up this year and the Evening Echo Pet Dog show attracts 300 dogs and their owners competing across 9 categories. “We are delighted with the support of Cork County Council for the Cork Summer Show 2016. The event draws thousands of visitors, national and international, to Cork every year. As the show has a wide appeal from young people to families, from foodies to farmers, music lovers to animal lovers, it is a great day out and everyone benefits from this very significant Show in the Cork region,” added Billy Nicholson, Vice-Chairman of Munster Agricultural Society. Additional free parking has been added to the Showgrounds in Curragheen this year providing a more efficient transport management service for those attending. There is also a free shuttle bus service from Ballincollig Shopping Centre, Black Ash Park & Ride and Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium. For ticket prices and further information see www.corksummershow.com.

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