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GARDA APPEAL OVER COPPER CABLE THEFT

GARDAÍ have appealed for information from the public in relation to the theft of a large amount of copper cabling which was stolen from the grounds of St. Joseph’s Hospital in Dungarvan over the weekend.

The heavy copper cabling with black plastic casing, valued at over €3,000, was taken sometime between 4.00 p.m. on Friday, 13th April, and 7.00 a.m. Sunday, 16th April last, from the rear car park of St. Joseph’s Hospital, Dungarvan. Gardaí said the culprits who took

the copper cabling would have needed a vehicle and it would have taken them around an hour to load the copper cabling into the vehicle – long enough for someone to have observed some type of activity. Gardaí have asked that anyone who saw any suspicious activity, vehicles or

people at the rear car park of the hospital to contact detectives at Dungarvan Garda Station on 05848600. The theft of copper and other scrap metals have increased sharply over the last number of years due to the rising price of metals.

Thieves could be getting anything up to €5.00 per kg for copper, or up to €5,000 per tonne. In the past, culprits have stripped telephone wires for copper, as well as targeted sports clubs, churches, vacant houses, etc., for copper cylinders and piping.

Blaze guts oldest Mart in the country All sales postponed at Carrick-on-Suir Livestock Sales Mart until further notice ALL sales have been postponed at one of the country’s oldest Marts due to a blaze which gutted the office building last Monday evening. It is understood that a fire broke out at around 7.00 p.m., in the Carrick-on-Suir Livestock Sales Mart building, which is based at John Street in the town. The fire then quickly spread to the offices in the building. Tipperary Fire and Rescue Service responded with fire brigades from Carrick-on-Suir and Clonmel. The Fire Service also used its Hydraulic Platform, which allows fire fighters to tackle the blaze from a height using a water cannon. The cause of the fire is still unknown, but it is suspected it may have been electrical. It is understood the fire did not

reach the ring of the Mart. There were no animals in the building at the time and there were no injuries. Gardaí were advising motorists to avoid the area at the time, as the blaze was brought under control by the Fire Service. Carrick-on-Suir Livestock Sales Ltd., announced on its Facebook page that all sales have been postponed until further notice and they are hopeful they will re-open as soon as possible. Updates and more information will be posted on their Facebook page as the situation develops. Sales at Carrick-on-Suir Livestock Marts is held on a Friday. The mart in Carrick-on-Suir was established 63 years ago. It was the second mart to be established in Ireland and is now the oldest cattle mart in the country.

Fire crews from Carrick-on-Suir and Clonmel Fire Brigades battle the blaze at Carrick-on-Suir Livestock Sales Mart building, based at John Street, Carrick-on-Suir, last Monday evening. [Photo courtesy Tipperary Times]

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Council pledges full support for crisis-hit farmers Councillors urge Agriculture Minister to continue help to farmers hit by fodder shortage By Paul Mooney

weather since December, there has been very poor grass growth and farmers are running out of WATERFORD City and fodder. County Council has The fodder crisis was flagged pledged its full support to to Minister Creed as early as last do all it can to help local November by a number of TDs, farmers in difficulty due to but the Minister said he did not believe there was a fodder crisis the fodder crisis. Councillors praised the in the country. After Storm Emma in early Agriculture Minister, Michael Creed for his intervention in the March, demand for fodder emergency, but asked him to go increased, as farmers feared a delayed Spring. further. At the beginning of this Farmers usually have enough month, Minister C r e e d Cllr. James Tobin proposed announced that fodder would that the Council should have to be write to Minister Creed imported from seeking to extend the help abroad to help to farmers for as long as tackle the crisis. Cllr. James they need it. Tobin proposed that the Council dry hay and feed for cattle and should write to Minister Creed livestock to last until the Spring, seeking to extend the help to when the grass begins to grow farmers for as long as they need again and the animals can be left it. Cllr. Tobin told the April out in the fields. However, with the bad Plenary meeting of Waterford

City and County Council that when the country was “on its knees, the farmers kept this country going”. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan seconded Cllr. Tobin’s proposal. Mayor Pat Nugent said this Spring “has been so difficult for man and beast, with no growth, good, bad or indifferent and stocks running out”. He said farmers’ sanity has been put to the test with this crisis. “I think the minister acted well last week, as did the local coops,” Mayor Nugent added. Cllr. Seanie Power, a farmer himself, as well as a member of his local IFA and ICMSA, said he was seeing first-hand how the fodder is running out. “It is a critical situation on a lot of farms,” Cllr. Power said. “It has also put a lot of mental strain on farmers, because of the weather, no fodder for the animals and the land is not suitable for the animals at the moment,” he said. Both Cllr. Power and Mayor Nugent praised the camaraderie

between farmers who have been helping out their neighbour by delivering silage. Cllr. Liam Brazil, who is from a farming background and works in the agricultural trade, said he can see what is happening on the ground. “It will only get worse because feed is getting scarce,” Cllr. Brazil warned. “And importing feed will come at an expense. “Farmers this year have had a very tough time and I support the proposal to write to the minister and ask him to give all the help he can.” Cllr. Tom Cronin said that in the past seven months, there hasn’t been two or three days of dry weather in a row. “It is not just the animals out in the fields who are suffering, because you also have farmers who can’t get out to their crops and they haven’t a hope in hell of going into a field at the

This Spring “has been so difficult for man and beast,, with no growth, good, bad or indifferent and stocks running out” ... Mayor Pat Nugent moment,” Cllr. Cronin said. “It’s gone late even for the crops, so there will be a serious problem coming down the track for 2019,” he warned. “If the farmers don’t get their crops in, then there’s going to be a serious shortage of feed for next Winter,” Cllr. Cronin added.

DUNMORE EAST FISHERMEN'S CO-OP Meanwhile, Cllr. John Hearne has asked Waterford Council to intervene and try and do something for Dunmore East Fisherman’s Co-op. “The Fisherman’s Co-op has collapsed. It’s gone off the market and is just not operating at all,” Cllr. Hearne told the Council meeting. “We’ve done a lot of work in

Waterford for the culture quarter; we’ve been instructed by the government to build roads for builders to make it handy for them to make money,” Cllr. Hearne continued. “The farmers are looking for fodder and if they need it they should get it, but is there any chance our Economic Development Unit could look at the fishing industry in Dunmore East and see if there is any way at all we could help them?” he asked. “They’ve just gone beyond despair, because they had bad storms in the Summer and Winter, and they can’t see a future in it at all.They don’t even go looking for help anymore because they don’t believe they will get it,” Cllr. Hearne added. Director of Services, Michael Quinn said he would “certainly be happy to have a chat with somebody”. He suggested speaking with Cllr. Hearne after the meeting to see what issues are affecting the fishermen and what the Council might be able to do to help.

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MISTY at first on Wednesday, with patchy light rain or drizzle about, but persistent rain in western coastal counties. Dry if rather cloudy in many places in the afternoon with some sunny breaks. However rain will continue near western coasts but will tend to become lighter or die away later. Very mild or warm in places with moderate southerly breezes and highs of 14 to 18 degrees Celsius. Thursday: A dry day with good sunshine and highs of 15 to 17 degrees. Misty at times along the South and Southwest coast. Light southwesterly winds. Clear overnight but fog patches likely. Friday: Early fog clearing, then dry for the day with good sunshine. Highs of 14 to 17 degrees in light variable breezes. Cloud increasing at times over West Connacht and Western parts of Ulster. Cool overnight with mist and fog and lowest temperatures of 3 to 6 degrees. Saturday: Mostly dry with sunny spells but a few showers may break out near the West and Southwest coast. Light to moderate East to Southeast breezes. Max 16 to 18 degrees generally but possibly up to 20 degrees in parts of the West. Current indications suggest staying very mild or warm for Sunday and Monday with sunny spells and some showers or rain developing in parts. Turning cooler and fresher with a more typical Atlantic airflow on Tuesday.

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the past year and targets people who abuse disabled parking bays - such as the fraudulent use of disability parking permits and able-bodied people parking in disabled parking bays without a permit. The disabled parking permits, which are issued by the Irish Wheelchair Association and the Disabled Drivers Association of Ireland, allows the user to park for free in disabled bays. Chief Superintendent Padraig

Dunne said a campaign would commence shortly in the Waterford Division targeting people who park in disabled parking bays without the proper permit. “The abuse of disability parking spaces by able-bodied people is not on,” Chief Supt. Dunne said. His views are echoed by District Judge Terence Finn at Dungarvan District Court, who recently described illegal parking

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Two Garda Reserve members honoured for ten years’ service TWO members of the Garda Reserve were honoured at the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee in recognition of their ten years’ service. Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne presented Reserve Garda Aidan Grant and Reserve Garda Kieran Kenneally with certificates in recognition of their ten years of service to the Reserve Gardaí in the Waterford Division. “On behalf of An Garda Síochána I am delighted that this presentation is occurring here in the JPC forum,” Chief Supt. Dunne said. He said the two Reserve Gardaí “have given undaunted service as Reserve Gardaí in Waterford for over ten years each”. Chief Supt. Dunne said their service as Reserve Gardaí “is entirely voluntary and they provide a service mainly at weekends”. “They work with full-time Garda members to make the streets of Waterford safe. I know both of them personally and they are members of very high integrity,” Chief Supt. Dunne said. He pointed out that Reserve

Topaz rebrands to Circle K Four Waterford sites to be rebranded CIRCLE K has officially launched in Ireland and in doing so has announced significant investment and job creation in the Irish market.

Topaz has rebranded to Circle K. The global fuel and convenience retail giant is set to invest €55million over the next two years. In 2016, Topaz was purchased by Canadian convenience store group Alimentation CoucheTard (ACT), one of the world’s leading convenience retailers. Circle K is the global fuel and convenience brand of ACT and it is the largest and strongest brand owned by Couche-Tard. Topaz now Circle K Ireland is joining an international network of fuel and convenience retailers where its customers can continue to enjoy the best quality products and services.

Reserve Garda Aidan Grant; Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne; Reserve Garda Kieran Kenneally; Cllr. John Carey, Chairperson of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee; and Ivan Grimes, Director of Services, Waterford City and County Council. Gardaí are an entirely voluntary service. “These men have their own jobs, and at the weekend they will assist us.” “It is fitting that today, in a forum that is designed to make our city and county safer, that these two Reserve Gardaí are commended for their service,” Chief Supt. Dunne said. “I think the two men here in

uniform are the epitome of what community service is. On behalf of An Garda Síochána in the Waterford Division, I’d like to say a big thank you to both men,” said Chief Supt. Dunne to applause from the JPC members. Chief Supt. Dunne also pointed out that An Garda Síochána are trying to increase the number of Reserve Gardaí

nationally, and it is expected by 2021, the number of Reserve Gardaí should be at least 2,000 members. The Garda Reserve was established in 2006 and is a voluntary unpaid body drawn from the community to assist the existing service provided by the Gardaí at times when extra personnel are required. Reserve Gardaí have certain

garda powers while on duty and perform their policing duties as determined by the Commissioner under the supervision of, and supported by, regular garda members. The principal role of the Reserve consists of local patrols and crime reduction initiatives, targeted at specific local urban or rural problem areas. Members of the Garda

Reserve are also involved in policing major incidents and events, and in providing other operational support to regular garda members on the basis of an individual garda reserve member’s skills or local knowledge. They are expected to provide a quality service at all times and are a clear sign of partnership between An Garda Síochána and the community.

Greenway’s unfortunate side-effects aired By Christy Parker WHILE regularly hailed in the Chamber for its resounding success, an aspect of the Greenway’s downside came to light at April’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting for a change. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan raised the issue of parking - or lack of it - in light of the attraction’s popularity, fearful that Abbeyside would be “mad again this year.” He said areas such as North and South Strandside, East Sexton Street, Upper and Lower King Street and Patrick’s Terrace suffered badly last year from motorists blocking access to homes. The Councillor continued that parents visiting the playground at Abbeyside had also found it full most of the time last year as did those using the park, the bottle bank and the shop. Cllr. Geoghegan said he believed the number of car parking spaces could be increased if land was available and he knew

A section of the popular Greenway, approaching Durrow Station with its signal box. of “one particular piece of land” in the Abbeyside area that might be suitable if the Council approached the owner. Cllr. Geoghegan meantime reminded that “the Greenway actually starts next to the Civic Offices”, adjacent to a large free car park.

He also noted that road lining was promised for Strandside and hoped that might inform visitors and alleviate the illegal parking. “And the roadway by the Park Hotel would ease the problems a bit too,” he urged. Senior Engineer for Roads, Gabriel Hynes, said he intended

to address the May Municipal landlords move from long to meeting with a proposal to short term lettings via Airbnb review parking bye-laws, partic- arrangements. Director of Services for ularly in regard to the car park at Housing, Ivan Grimes, believed the Causeway. “it could be a factor.” CHAIN REACTION He added that the Council Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell highlighted a different need, was noticing, amidst a pick-up when he said people – especially parents – were com- Cllr. Damien plaining about the Geoghegan said absence of “proper he was fearful that toilets” on the Abbeyside would be “mad again this Greenway. Mr. Hynes attrib- year” over lack of uted the problem to parking for the sparse resources. Greenway. He said the Greenway committee were considering the matter in the property market across with “the possibility of some- Waterford, “landlords are lookthing at Clonea” but toilets were ing at opportunities to sell their properties and redeemed loans costly to build and maintain. He indicated that there were they have on them.” He said the impact was partoilets at Kilmacthomas. ticularly noticeable in the HAP AROUND THE HOUSES Later, Cllr. Geoghegan raised and RAS sectors. “I wouldn’t put it down to the possibility that the high volume of visitors to the Greenway one particular cause but cermay be responsible for “a spike tainly your suggestion is a valid in the number of people issued one,” Mr. Grimes told Cllr. with tenancy terminations” as Geoghegan.

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Immrama Festival of Travel Writing announce young travel writers’ competition 2018 A WRITING competition aimed at discovering Ireland’s best young travel writers has been announced by the organiser’s of the Immrama Festival of Travel Writing, which is set to take place in the heritage town of Lismore in County Waterford this June 13th to 17th 2018. Young writers are now invited to write an 800-word short story under the title “My favourite air journey and where it took me.” Speaking about the travel writing competition, Jan Rotte one of the festival organiser’s says, “We are delighted to announce the details of the third year of this competition and to also have Aer Lingus as the competition spon-

sors; last year, we had over 500 entrants and the standard of writing displayed by secondary school students from all across the country was incredible. We would like to wish all of the entrants the very best of luck and inspiration in writing their pieces for this year’s competition.” The closing date for entries is May 18th and submissions can be made via www.lismoreimmrama.com/studentcompetition The judges for the 2018 competition will be Stephen Kavanagh CEO Aer Lingus, Vickie Stevenson Director CX Emea at AirBnb and Phil Cottier CEO of The CX Collection. “The 2018 competition offers

entrants two category opportunities, one for students in the Junior Certificate cycle, (First to third year) one for Leaving Certificate students (Transition year to sixth year).” The winning students from both categories will be awarded an iPad mini and a €100 Amazon voucher each and the teacher of the winning students will each be awarded a €250 Aer Lingus voucher plus tickets to the Immrama Festival of Travel Writing 2018. The 2017 winner of the competition was Georgina McNamara a 4th-year student from Newtown school, Waterford. Georgina was presented with her award by author

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Multi-pronged approach needed to tackle illegal dumping and littering A MULTI-pronged approach to tackling littering and illegal dumping in the community is needed to ensure the problem is successfully dealt with. Enforcement and prosecution, as well as education and awareness programmes are needed to help change people’s attitudes that throwing litter out the car window or dumping bags of rubbish on the side of the road is unacceptable. The issue of illegal dumping and littering was again raised at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, where Cllr. Ray Murphy noted that illegal dumping is top of the list in relation to environmental complaints. He praised the Council’s Environmental Section for all the work they do, but said he believes CCTV “is the only solution”. He also praised the Council’s education and awareness schemes around littering and the community groups, such as Tidy Towns Committees for the work they do in their own communities. ROADSIDE LITTER CAMPAIGN The Council has a roadside litter campaign, which launched earlier in March to encourage drivers to bring their rubbish home, rather than throwing it from the car. As part of that campaign, Cllr. Murphy sought signage for the R680 between Kilmeaden and Carrick-on-Suir - a stretch of road which previously cost the Council €18,000 to clean up. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes confirmed the new roadside litter campaign was launched in Dungarvan last March and the slogan for the campaign is ‘all roads lead home’. “The message behind the campaign is to bin your litter, don’t fling it out the window,” Mr. Hynes said.“It’s about awareness and with campaigns we hope to change people’s attitudes.” Mr. Hynes acknowledged the work of local communities and Tidy Towns groups in clean-ups. ILLEGAL DUMPING GETTING OUT OF HAND Cllr. Liam Brazil said he believes the amount of illegal dumping and littering in County Waterford “is totally out of hand”. He described the road from Lemybrien to Carrick-on-Suir as “a total disgrace”. He said there is “rubbish being dumped everywhere” up in the mountains. Cllr. Brazil praised clean-up groups, particularly in his own area around Kilrossanty, when they were out picking litter last Easter Monday. “However,” he said. “It’s an awful shame, because the road

Some large scale illegal dumping which the Environment Section of Waterford City and County Council had to contend with last year, at Moanyarha in the Nire Valley.

will be clean that evening, but pass by a week later and it will be back to the same way, with bottles and cans all over the place.” “I think it’s total laziness where people do this - they open the car window and throw out a bag of rubbish. It’s totally wrong and there is an onus on us, as a Council, to bring these people to justice!” MORE CCTV NEEDED Cllr. Brazil concurred that more CCTV is needed to catch the culprits, and said it is proven that when CCTV goes up in blackspots, the illegal dumping stops. NAMING AND SHAMING Cllr. Declan Clune raised the prospect of naming and shaming the offenders. He pointed out that a campaign was held by Dublin City Council where if a culprit was caught dumping rubbish their photograph was placed on billboards around the city. Cllr. Clune asked if Waterford Council could carry out a similar campaign and to again investigate the naming and shaming of culprits. INCREASE LITTER FINES He also suggested the Council write to the Minister again about increasing the fine for littering / illegal dumping, which is currently €150. “To most people, that isn’t a huge fine,” Cllr. Clune said. He acknowledged the Minister was asked previously to increase the fine, but the Council “received a wishy-washy reply”. “There doesn’t seem to be any appetite from central government to increase the penalty,” Cllr. Clune said.

He said he doesn’t believe illegal dumping can be successfully tackled unless there is a considerable penalty. “With CCTV, it can be hit and miss and it’s not left in the same area all the time. It probably is a deterrent, but for the investment required I’m not sure it’s a long-term solution,” Cllr. Clune said. “But definitely, if people start feeling it in the pocket and if naming and shaming is explored, I think it would be a more cost effective solution,” he added. Cllr. Murphy said he believes that signage warning of CCTV in an area can also act as a deterrent. “It’s the signage that needs the investment because if a culprit sees the sign, they would move on,” he said. “If you have signage in as many places as possible, it would be a significant deterrent,” Cllr. Murphy added. Mr. Hynes said the Council received additional funding for more signage and CCTV. MULTI-PRONGED APPROACH Mr. Hynes said it will take a multi-pronged approach to conquer illegal dumping and littering, such as a community’s pride in their place, environmental awareness and changing people’s attitudes. He said that fines can be issued to culprits, but it’s attitudes which need to change. “This idea of someone driving along and throwing something out the window of a car or dumping rubbish on the side of the road is not acceptable,” he said. “Every road is a local road and

every road belongs to the local community. We need to get that message out there and change people’s attitudes.” In relation to naming and shaming, Mr. Hynes said on the recommendation of legal advice - if it’s not a criminal prosecution, then the culprit cannot be named. “We can certainly look at it again, but that is what the current legal advice would be,” he said. Cllr. Brazil said he was aware of a recent court case in relation to illegal dumping, involving a person from Tramore, where the Judge in the case had asked that the accused person shouldn’t be named. “That bothered me why that happened,” Cllr. Brazil said. Mr. Hynes said the Environment Section are doing their best with the resources they have in tackling the litter problem. Cathaoirleach Cllr. Seanie Power said illegal dumping and littering is brought up at Council meetings time and time again. He said the road from Pouldrew to Carrick-on-Suir to Portlaw “is unbelievably bad”. “It’s an awful disgrace and we can’t keep paying €18,000 from our budget to clear just one section of road,” he said and suggested the Council should look into some type of machine which is able to remove rubbish from the ditches at the sides of the roads. Cllr. John O’Leary said some Tidy Town groups in the Comeragh area were dismayed about the amount of litter which is on the N25, particularly between Kilmeaden and Lemybrien.

“They seem to think there is a lot of litter on the N25 and it doesn’t seem as if it is being addressed,” Cllr. O’Leary said. Mr. Hynes said there is a significant cost involved to litterpick on roads, because it also involves traffic management. He said the Council are examining the possibility of putting an attachment onto the road sweeper vehicles which would suck up the litter from ditches as it moves along, particularly for the more heavily trafficked roads. Cllr. Clune noted that there are approximately in excess of

two million disposable coffee cups thrown away every day and in Dublin they are offering people incentives if they use reuseable coffee cups. He said the promotion is operating on a trial basis around Dublin and wondered if it was something that could be replicated in County Waterford. “Two million disposable coffee cups a day - that’s around 14 million a week - a huge number,” Cllr. Clune said. “There isn’t one silver bullet that is going to cure this problem of littering and illegal dumping,” he acknowledged. “There are a couple of different ways to try and find some kind of solution to this problem.” Mr. Hynes said if there was a charge on disposable coffee cups, or a discount for reuseable coffee cups, it would be beneficial. “Some form of initiative is needed, but it needs to be a national initiative,” Mr. Hynes said. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said he believes that too much bureaucracy, red tape and threat of legal litigation coming from European law is negating people from being involved in community clean-ups. “We can’t have contradictory laws,” he said. “If you are working for the community and the common good, you should be exonerated - that needs to be made clear from the law makers and the judges,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. He said he believes that “no amount of education” will help in tackling litter if it’s not being practised at home. “What the children see the parents do at home is what they will copy,” Cllr. O’Ryan said.

Breakdown of litter found on the national road network - 37 percent of the litter found on the roads is associated with drinks - Plastic bottles account for 20 percent of the litter on the roads - Aluminium cans account for ten percent of the litter on the roads - Disposable cups account for seven percent of the litter on our roads

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At the 40th Anniversary of Dungarvan Lions Club; John Lawless, Club President; Phyllis Davis, Vice-President; Derry Twomey, First President and founding member, Paddy Gordon, founding member. [Sean Byrne]

Dungarvan Lions celebrate 40 years of Service THE regular monthly meeting of Dungarvan Lions Club had a special significance this April as it marked the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the club. Lions International is the largest voluntary organisation in the world and exactly 40 years ago a group of dedicated people from West Waterford set up a Lions Club branch in Dungarvan. Since then not alone has it survived the years but has gone from strength to strength so much so that now it is the 5th largest club in Ireland. At a simple celebration to mark the anniversary, special thanks was expressed to Derry Twomey and Paddy Gordon two members of the 1978 group who

were present for the occasion. Speaking on behalf of all the members, John Lawless, President DLC, noted the successes of the club over the years saying that “Local people will have happy memories of the various fund raising and fun and service events through which the Lions have contributed to the service, social and cultural life of the town and West Waterford area”. He had a special word of thanks to Lawlors Hotel who have generously facilitated club meetings over the 40 year period. Derry Twomey, first President of the Club, paying tribute to his fellow Lions members noted the work of the Club, saying that “the work of so many people have ensured that the Club has

Speeding issues in housing estates should be brought to attention of Gardaí SPEEDING issues within housing estates should be brought to the attention of the Gardaí so the matter can be resolved. At the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee, Cllr. Eddie Mulligan asked if the Gardaí have policed any of the new 30 km/h speed limits in the housing estates across Waterford city and county. Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne indicated it wouldn’t be practical to allocate Garda

resources to speed checks in housing estates, pointing out that there are “hundreds of housing estates throughout the division”. He suggested that if there any issues or complaints, they should be brought to the attention of the Gardaí so they can work with residents in a bid to resolve the issue. The 30 km/h speed limit in all housing estates in charge by Waterford Council came into force in June, 2017.

been faithful to the Lions motto of We Serve”. And the work of service continues. The next major project for the Club for 2018 is the “East meets West” event which will be held on 20th May, 2018. Keep this as a date for your diary; it will be a leisurely sponsored cycle or walk on the Greenway, concluding in Kilmacthomas. Every euro raised will go directly to the new Waterford Hospice building currently under construction on the grounds of UHW. If you would like to contribute online to this most worthy cause please go to our Facebook page www.facebook.com/Dungarvan LionsClub/ and follow the links from there.

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Successful AILG Conference attended by nearly 400 delegates THE Annual Training Conference of the Association of Irish Local Government was held last weekend in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. A record attendance for the conference of 370 delegates attended the various sessions from the Official Opening on Thursday night to the closing of the conference on Saturday. All sessions had a full house showing the interest the local representatives had in the event. President of the AILG, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan welcomed the delegates on Thursday evening and oversaw the business of the Conference throughout the weekend. Among those who addressed the Conference were: Eoghan Murphy, TD Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government; John Paul Phelan TD Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government with special responsibility for Local Government and Electoral Reform; John Treacy Chief Executive Sport Ireland; Michael Walsh Chief Executive Waterford City and County Council; Maire Seo Breathnach Irish Language Officer, Waterford City and County Council; Gabriel Hynes Senior Engineer, Waterford City and County Council and Bríd Kirby Senior Enterprise Development Officer, Waterford Local Enterprise. Also present were Cllr Pat Nugent Mayor of Waterford City and County); Cllr Tom Cronin (Cathaoirelach Dungarvan and Lismore District Council) as well as Alderman Arnold Hatch and Cllr. Alan McDowell President and Vice President respectively of NILGA. In his comprehensive Presidential address, Cllr. Geoghegan emphasised the valuable contribution which local authorities make to everyday life in this country. He also pointed out the vital role local

Councillors play through their interest in serving their communities, the wealth of local knowledge they bring to the process and . . . He acknowledged that the contribution of journalists working at local level is an important one, that is mutually beneficial and broadly supportive of the work carried out by the elected Councillors and local Councils. “A perfect example of the valuable and essential work carried out by the local councils was evident recently during the severe weather alerts,” he said, “when the country was badly impacted and where we saw substantial areas going into lockdown following extremely heavy falls of snow. It has to be said that local authorities throughout the country positively shone throughout that period and indeed in the days since, whilst dealing with the after-effects of the beast from the east.” “As an association,” he continued, “we in AILG received feedback from our members throughout the country and the message was the same each time. “Number one, ‘you can't beat having local knowledge when faced with difficult situations and number two, ‘keeping communications open with the public is essential”. He said that the recent challenges and the Councils’ response to the extreme weather is why he believed in strong local government. “Strong Local Government works positively under pressure. It is effective and it is widely supported by the public. But it has to be said that the role of the Councillor must be respected and cherished and our terms and conditions should reflect that. The role of the councillor must never be taken for granted. “We should be front and centre when it comes to deciding policy that will effect change

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, President AILG welcomes the Minister for Housing and Local Government Eoin Murphy to the AILG Conference in Park Hotel, [Sean Byrne] Dungarvan.

within our own communities. When difficult decisions need to be taken in the areas of planning, taxation and housing (to name but a few), Councillors will not, and are not found wanting.” He added that during the weather crises, the people saw Local Government at its very best. “When you compare not just the preparations in this country, but also the comprehensive response and the low number of casualties during that harsh and hazardous time, Ireland compares very favourably with any other country and the positive results bear that out. “But that's our story every day. Working hard on behalf of our constituents and on behalf of our own local authorities.” During the course of his lengthy address which covered proposed changes in legislation relating to the make-up of local government, Minister for Eoghan Murphy,TD, spoke of his commitment to the system of local authority and his intention to update it. He emphasised that for local politics to work it has to be truly local. “Just because it is local does not mean it is not professional,” he said, “that it is not a full time commitment. It should not be undervalued, but seen for what it is, an important leadership role in the community every single day of the week,” He said that we have a very good system of local politics in this country which has served us well, but it needs to be enhanced and reformed. For instance, the electoral areas have to be examined with a view to geographical size an population. Quoting his own case, Minister Murphy said that he could cycle across his own constituency in an hour, while for others, it could take up to four hours. “We need boundary divisions that make sense,” he said. Work on the reform of these aspects of local government is already under way,” he continued,“and I look forward to the recommendations which will come from this review.” The Minister also spoke about a number of upcoming pieces of legislation, the first of which will be about commercial rates. “This review is long overdue,” he said, “but it will be a priority for me. The Minister for Finance and I have set up a committee to look at this whole area. We have to look at that in parallel with the whole area of property tax as well. “A special area of focus for me is housing and I know it is very important to you too because of the roles you play in local authorities. One area of responsibility is social housing. We are

bringing in legislation to help local authorities to do more. There are certain local authorities which are bringing new technical expertise to aid their plans. We are moving towards these new lead authorities in terms of things like public private partnership and rapid build technologies. He said that they were bringing in new structures to work alongside local authorities which Councillors will be hearing about in the next couple of weeks. “Working together we will be able to achieve quite a lot,” he said. He added that he has had two housing summits since he became Minister at his department and that there is a €6bn. fund ringfenced for housebuilding. “My request to you is to help me get this done.” The Minister also outlined other projects for his department which were being provided for under the Project Ireland 2040 National Planning Framework. After the conference had come to a close and the majority of delegates had gone back home, Cllr. Geoghegan reflected on how the Conference had gone. “Having an attendance of 370 people in the town for what is still the quiet time of the tourist season was a welcome boost to the local hospitality sector and the wider economy,” he said. “Another major benefit is that there are that many people gone back to their homes in every corner of the island, including Northern Ireland, from where some fraternal delegates came, with a very positive opinion of Dungarvan and the County. All Local Authority Areas were represented here.” A bonus was that we had magnificent weather on Friday when the visitors could avail of all of the local amenities outside of Conference hours.” “This has been a very successful event,” he said, “We had a

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, President AILG making a presentation to Minister John Paul Phelan at the AILG Conference in Park Hotel, Dungarvan.[Sean Byrne] great panel of speakers, many of them local and the town and district proved very popular with the delegates. They were highly complimentary of the conference arrangements and accommodation, as well as the beauty of the locality and I have no doubt that many will return in time.” This had the additional benefit of showcasing the town and County. “I must put on record the excellent co-operation we received from our Council in its many facets. The senior officials

and staff invested a great deal of time and energy into this event, which I greatly appreciate. Our relationship was mutually respectful and beneficial. They were very supportive, particularly through the Local Enterprise Board and the local administrative offices..” Having very successfully catered for this conference with its almost 400 delegates, Dungarvan seems to be well placed to capitalise on the good reports and the possibility of further conferences in the future.

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, President AILG making a presentation to Michael Walsh, CEO Waterford City & County Council at the AILG Conference in Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne]

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, President AILG; John Paul Phelan, Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government; Cllr. Pat Nugent, Mayor of Waterford City & County, and Michael Walsh, CEO Waterford City & County Council at the AILG Conference in Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne]

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Warm welcome for new Director of Services A WARM welcome was given by Waterford Council to the new Director of Services of Corporate, Culture, HR and IT, Fearghal Reidy. Mr. Reidy previously worked with the former Waterford County Council as Economic Development Officer. At the April Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Mayor Pat Nugent introduced Mr. Reidy to Councillors and welcomed him

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INCORP. MUNSTER INDUSTRIAL ADVOCATE Serving the community of County Waterford for over a century 1912–2018 accused the Democratic Unionists and Sinn Fein of debasing the process. Seamus Mallon was one of the politicians who worked through the violent and dangerous years of conflict, struggling to raise politics above violence. Political vacuum is never a good thing and may in time be filled in an undesirable fashion. This must be avoided at all costs and it is the responsibility of the Irish Government to see that their British counterparts create a new initiative. With Brexit getting closer on the horizon, and no idea of what this will entail, Northern Ireland, always a second-class British concern, will fall further and further down the priority list with less attention being paid to a resolution.

Mean and nasty parking IT is well accepted across the population that people with disability should be given as much help as possible, considering the disadvantages that they face on a daily basis. One of the most frustrating experiences which people with disability find when they are out in public, is to see the blue parking spaces reserved for them being used by able-bodied drivers. Oftentimes, this is a single space so the driver has to move further than their destination, which defeats the purpose of the reserved areas. The blue space should be inviolable and, after this many years just about everyone should know that and

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have both the good manners and civic spirit to abide by the law. Dublin City with its large population and endless demand for parking spaces, began to implement ‘Operation Enable’ a year ago. This targets people who abuse disabled parking bays and also those who fraudulently use disability parking permits. Now, Waterford City and County Council are being prevailed upon to implement such a policy and few if any would disagree with its introduction. Outside of the Gardai policing the use of the blue spaces, the courts are taking a dim view of those who misuse the spaces. In Dungarvan Court, Judge Terence Finn described such practice as ‘most offensive to the Court’. People have been warned and put on notice that even if their conscience does not keep them from invading the blue spaces, the prospect of a €150 fine may prove more effective.

Festival of Food this weekend TEN years of the Festival of Food have delivered many benefits to the town and West Waterford. A great deal has been invested in this, for outside of the financial commitment, many people volunteer annually to implement the major programme of events across town and county. Even a cursory glance at the elaborate programme will show the expanse of events, which has been assembled with a view to there being ‘something for everyone’. And so it is, from the many demonstrations, talks and exhibitions to the activities outdoors, tours across West Waterford and, the centrepiece of it all, the stalls in Dungarvan, especially on Sunday when Grattan Square is full almost to capacity with an irrestible array of food. Usually blessed with good weather, it looks as if winter will finally come to a close in time for the Thursday evening festival opening to be equally blessed with sunshine and high temperatures. This may be one more reason for people to flock to the Festival of Food where they will find something for every interest and taste - culinary or visual.

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OVER forty people gathered in Grattan Square last Saturday afternoon to recite the Rosary in honour of the Blessed Virgin and to assist in the struggle to retain the 8th Amendment, the Constitutional prohibition on abortion in this country. By co-incidence, the date chosen by the Government for the holding of the Referendum is 25th May, the Birthday of St. Padre Pio, a saint to whom many people pray in time of illness or other medical need. He is also a Saint to whom expectant mothers pray for the successful care and delivery of their babies. Padre Pio, the Italian saint who died in 1968 spoke strongly about the evil of abortion. "The Eternal Father sends each life with reason,” he said. “The spirit of life is breathed into that body at the moment of conception. At the moment of conception the soul is united to the body. Though it

grows from a small seed, it is living and must not be destroyed! It was pointed out on Saturday, that the word soul has never appeared in the abortion debate, yet, it is a Christian belief that each person has a soul which must be protected and nurtured and, to the best of everyone’s ability, to preserve free of sin. The removal of the soul from the abortion debate is an attempt to distract those of Christian values and ease their consciences in regard to abortion. It is difficult, it was pointed out, impossible even for a Christian to enter the abortion debate without consideration of the serious sinfulness of the act of abortion. The Rosary Group invites people to take part in their monthly Rosary which will be recited again in Grattan Square on Saturday, 12th May.

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David Clynch named as finalist in Photographer of the Year Awards LOCAL photographer David Clynch was over the moon to be named as a Finalist in the Bank of Ireland Irish Professional Photographers and Videographers Association (IPPVA) Professional Photographer of the Year Awards 2018. David set up David Clynch Photography eight years ago but only joined the IPPVA in 2015. He works as a wedding and commercial photographer covering the South and South East of the country and Dublin. This is the second year in a row he is in the finals. He came third in the Wedding category in last year’s IPPVA Photographer of the Year Awards. He is delighted to be named as a finalist in two of the eleven categories. This year David achieved three Merits and eight Highly Commended over three categories Weddings, Commercial and Pictorial and Travel.You can view more of David’s

work on his website www.davidclynchphotography.com The 2018 IPPVA Awards Programme sponsored by Bank of Ireland involves professional photographers of the highest calibre from across Ireland entering images which are then judged anonymously over the four heats, with the very best entries being recognised with awards. The judges are all industry experts from around the world. The members who score the highest with their top four entries qualify as Finalists. The winners of each category and the overall winner will be announced at an Awards night in Dublin in late April. You can see this year’s award-winning entries on the Irish Professional Photographers and Videographers Association (IPPVA) website www.awards.irishphotographers.com/a/

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Huge amount of work to promote the Greenway nationally THERE has been a huge amount of work going into the promotion of Waterford’s Greenway nationally, particularly to the Dublin market over the last couple of weeks. Head of Enterprise, Richie Walsh delivered a report on Economic Development to the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, outlining that there is significant work taking place to promote the Greenway. He said the Greenway “belongs to the Comeragh” because the majority of the route is in the Comeragh Municipal District. “Figures show that there are huge numbers using the Greenway,” Mr. Walsh said. He said the primary emphasis is on tourism in relation to economic development in the Comeragh area, “because that is where the value of the Comeraghs lies”. “The thinking would be to develop infrastructure primarily and after that increase the accommodation aspect. If we can get more of those things into the Comeragh and Copper Coast, the whole value of the place increases.” COMMUNITIES WORKING TOGETHER Mr. Walsh outlined the value of the communities in the Comeragh area working together and said the Comeraghs Wild Festival is a great example of communities working together in harmony which creates a nationally marketable product. “Everyone agrees that the Comeragh area is a fantastic resource and a gorgeous place,” Mr. Walsh said. Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Seanie Power said the Comeraghs Wild Festival was a huge success last year, noting that the good weather helped, and said he hoped that success would be replicated for this year’s festival. Mr.Walsh said the programme

for this year’s Comeraghs Wild Festival will be announced soon. “There will be one or two anchor events which will have real national value,” Mr. Walsh said. ALL TOGETHER NOW FESTIVAL Mr.Walsh said an event license application has been submitted to Waterford Council for the ‘All Together Now’ festival due to be held in Curraghmore Estate,

Portlaw, from 3rd to 5th August. “It is a significant music festival and the event will be coming to the Comeragh Municipal District Council for final adjudication at the May meeting,” Mr. Walsh revealed. Cllr. Declan Clune queried if there have been any objections to the license of the festival. Mr. Walsh said there is a regulatory process to follow through the planning section of the

Council. “It will come back to the Council and the final arbitrators is the Comeragh Municipal District Council,” Mr.Walsh said. “It is public knowledge that there are one or two objections to the event license, but I think those objections can be dealt with, but ultimately, the decision will be for this Council.” Cllr. Ray Murphy asked if there would be an opportunity

for the community in Portlaw to meet with the organisers of the event to address any queries or concerns. Cllr. John O’Leary said everything has to be taken into consideration, from the residents point of view, to the manning of the event by Gardaí, to the various services needed. Cllr. Clune replied that there is due to be a meeting between the promoters of the festival and

the wider community in Portlaw. “Apparently, it is standard procedure by the promoters because they believe in bringing the local community with them, rather than having them wondering what’s happening,” Cllr. Clune said. He added that advance meetings have also been held with the Gardaí and emergency services. TRAINING PROGRAMME Mr. Walsh said one thing of huge interest being delivered by the Local Enterprise Office (LEO) is a training programme in relation to building a sustainable tourism business connected to Waterford’s Greenway. “We are doing this training programme on a trial basis to see if this is the kind of model we can use where people work together for a common purpose. We have 14 businesses signed up for the training programme,” Mr. Walsh said. COMMUNITY ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT Mr.Walsh said a lot of emphasis has gone into Kilmacthomas, in relation to community enterprise development in the last year and a half. He agreed that a certain amount of targeted attention should be paid to Portlaw in relation to enterprise development being used as a primary tool for social and cultural development. “We will certainly be looking to see if we can focus that kind of targeted attention on Portlaw in the short-term,” Mr. Walsh added. Cllr. Clune welcomed Mr. Walsh’s comments about Portlaw. “Obviously, we are trying to develop the village further. We recognise the primary-based investment was Kilmacthomas for the Greenway development, and best of luck to them because they deserve every bit of it. But, we would appreciate any support you can give us for Portlaw,” Cllr. Clune added.

Three different events to replace cancelled Sean Kelly Cycle Tour THE Sean Kelly Tour which should have taken place this coming August, but was cancelled earlier this year, will be replaced with three events to be held at three different times later in the year. Last February, the organisers of the Sean Kelly Tour announced there would be no event this year due to issues with sponsorship, lack of vol-

unteers and other issues, such as lack of accommodation. This year would have been the twelfth year of the huge cycling event, which drew thousands of people nationally and internationally to Dungarvan and its environs and was worth at least €1.5m to the local economy. It had become so popular that a cap of 5,000 cyclists had to be placed

on the main event on the Sunday. Richie Walsh, Head of Enterprise with Waterford Council, told the recent meeting of C o m e r a g h Municipal District Council that a significant review of the Sean Kelly Tour was undertaken

Richie Walsh, Head of Enterprise with Waterford City and County Council.

and it was found that Dungarvan couldn’t handle the event anymore due to the success of the Greenway

and pressures on accommodation. Mr. Walsh said there is actually a deficit of accommodation. He said the Sean Kelly Tour was reviewed with a view to reframing it, timewise and structurally, and a decision was taken to break it into three different events. “Those events will be announced over the coming weeks as to what they will look like,” Mr.Walsh added.

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More details sought in Council’s ‘taking in charge of housing estates’ report month,” Ms. Kiely said. She suggested that if there is a particular matter a Councillor wants to ask about, to contact her directly. Ms. Kiely said it can take a long time to get any progress in relation to the taking in charge of housing estates and that a monthly report may be too frequent. Cllr. Clune acknowledged that it can take a long time regarding solving issues with housing estates that wish to be taken in charge by the local

authority. “There are some housing estates still on the list since I came on the Council in 2014, so progress slow, there’s no doubt about it,” he acknowledged. “But, if we could have details of the specific issues in the report - even if it’s just bullet points, to give us an overview of what the issue is,” Cllr. Clune said. Ms. Kiely said she would endeavour to include more details within the report for taking in charge of housing estates.

A COMERAGH Councillor has sought more details on a report from the Council executive regarding the issues which delay the local authority from taking in charge housing estates around the District. Cllr. Declan Clune told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that details in the monthly report “are very sparse”. He noted one entry, which stated that ‘minor issues remain’ in relation to a housing estate still not taken in charge by the

Council. “What is that minor issue?” he questioned. “If there could be more details or bullet points, so we can go back to the residents and inform them, rather than having some vague answer each month,” Cllr. Clune said. Ann Kiely, Senior Executive Engineer, said that usually there is hardly any progress regarding taking in charge housing estates from month to month. “There is not necessarily anything fresh to report each

Lack of social housing causing hardship in Comeragh area

Over 40 applications seeking funding under LIS

THE housing crisis was once again highlighted at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, where one Councillor said the lack of social housing “is causing hardship” in the District. Cllr. John O’Leary said progress in building any social houses “is very, very slow and causing major difficulties for people”. “I’m getting a lot of representations from people in the Comeragh area, about the lack of social housing which is causing hardship,” he said. He said there is also problems for one parent families, where the accommodation is not up to standard and issues of overcrowding. “A lot of people are in a bad situation in relation to housing and the response from government is not forthcoming. I’m not seeing shovels on the ground as much as I’d like to see,” Cllr. O’Leary said. Sinead Breathnach, Administrative Officer, Housing said the Council is building 12 houses in Portlaw. She pointed out that in cases of overcrowding, the Council can look at each case on its merits. “But, we don’t tend to build extensions except in severe medical cases,” she said. Ms. Breathnach said the figures for HAP (Housing Assistance Payment) are improving and going up in the Comeragh area. “We are promoting HAP and the repair and leasing scheme which landlords can participate in. There are a few options, other than building on the ground,” Ms. Breathnach added.

WATERFORD Council has over 40 applications seeking funding under the Local Improvement Scheme (LIS), for private roads which are not in charge or maintained by the local authority. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes, said there were 30 new applications this year under the LIS, coupled with the applications which weren’t successful last year, bringing the total to over 40 applications. “We have an allocation from the Department of €282,000, which isn’t significant,” Mr. Hynes said. “With the current allocation, I’m only anticipating something in the region of eight schemes being completed. “We have a significant number of applications and unfortunately, there are going to be a good few applicants who will be disappointed.” Mr. Hynes assured Councillors

that a supplement application would be sent to the Department seeking additional funding for schemes under the LIS. Cllr. Declan Clune asked what the possibility was of the Council receiving additional funding. Mr. Hynes said he is hopeful, because last year, there was additional funding under the LIS because some other local authorities around the country did not use up their full funding allocation. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan expressed thanks to Mr. Hynes and District Engineer, Maria Goff, for extending the deadline for submission of LIS applications. “The deadline for applications was in the middle of Storm Emma, so the extension of the deadline gave people another little while to get their minds around it,” Cllr. O’Ryan said, adding that the unsuccessful applications from last year should

get precedence this year. Cllr. John O’Leary queried the number of applications received under the Community Involvement Scheme (CIS), where funding is provided for repairs to local roads taken in charge and maintained by the Council (and where the residents of the road also make a contribution towards costs and / or work involved). Mr. Hynes replied that the Council received around 20 applications under the CIS. He said the funding sought for the CIS applications is in the region of €1.2m to complete the 20 applications. “We are awaiting a response from the Department in relation to our funding request. Once we know our funding allocation, we can finalise the schemes we intend to undertake,” Mr. Hynes added.

Director to give more concise answer regarding plans for Council’s landbanks THE Director of Services for Housing at Waterford Council is due to come back to Councillors with a more concise answer on plans for around 30 acres of zoned land in Council ownership between Kilmeaden, Portlaw and Kilmacthomas. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune again raised a query about the landbanks owned by the Council and if there are any plans to build social housing on them.

Sinead Breathnach, Administrative Officer, Housing, said there has been no response yet from the Director of Services regarding the landbanks, but she said he would be coming back to Councillors with a more concise answer “in due course”. She also reiterated that the Council is currently focusing on heavy demand areas for social housing - such as Dungarvan, Tramore and Waterford City.

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Aldi offers huge opportunity to County Waterford food and drinks producers Applications sought from County Waterford for new Grow with Aldi supplier development programme ALDI has announced it is seeking applications from County Waterford’s small to medium Irish food and drink producers to enter their products to win a place on its new ‘Grow with Aldi’ supplier development programme. Aldi is investing €500,000 in the new programme to give upand-coming Irish food and drink companies the chance to supply all 130 Aldi stores during a special Irish Food Market promotion in August 2018, and potentially secure a permanent place on its shelves with a long-term contract. Aldi will select up to 50 of Ireland’s and County Waterford’s best new artisan products to take part in the promotion, with each supplier providing a guaranteed volume of their product. Up to five of the products will be given the opportunity to become core line Aldi listed products, winning a contract to be sold in Aldi’s Irish stores year-round. Developed in partnership with Bord Bia, ‘Grow with Aldi’ has

been designed to help small to medium Irish food and drink businesses secure a retail listing. Participants will receive tailored mentoring and bespoke workshops with Aldi buyers and Bord Bia technical experts, teaching them the skills to help grow and develop their product and business. Aldi has developed strong ties with County Waterford producers, partnering with companies such as Blackwater Distillery. Speaking at the launch, Giles Hurley, Group Managing Director Aldi Ireland, said: “We know there are fantastic products from emerging businesses in County Waterford and we want to make it easier for them to get our shelves.” “We have always led the way with Irish sourcing and supporting Irish food and drink companies, having developed long-term partnerships with over 175 Irish suppliers throughout the country. Last year we increased our support for small Irish suppliers by significantly reducing their pay-

ment terms.” “In October we were joined by over 400 of Ireland’s leading food and drink companies at our Irish supplier conference, where we outlined our plans to invest further in our Irish sourced product range and the fantastic opportunities available to small and medium producers to partner with Aldi and supply our stores in Ireland and abroad.” “Our Grow with Aldi supplier development programme is the next step in our commitment to buying Irish. For a lot of small food and drink businesses, trying to secure a listing with a major retailer puts huge pressure on their team.” Recent research by Core Research found that provenance is of huge importance to Irish consumers when purchasing groceries.When questioned on what are the most important factors when making grocery purchasing decisions, one in two (47%) answered that the products are made in Ireland, while 78% of Irish shoppers said they always

Peter Mulryan from Blackwater Distillery. Blackwater Distillery supply Aldi’s multi-award winning Boyle’s Gin. choose an Irish made product over a similar imported option. The survey also revealed that two out of three (66%) consumers now associate Aldi with selling, locally produced Irish food. Aldi spent over €700m with its 175 Irish suppliers in 2016, while over 50% of Aldi’s grocery range is sourced from Irish producers, suppliers and manufacturers. Commenting on the pro-

gramme, Tara McCarthy, Bord Bia CEO said: "We know from our extensive research the importance Irish people place on the availability of locally sourced products. Grow with Aldi will help meet consumers appetite for Irish products and I encourage our smaller Irish producers to get involved. It is a comprehensive programme that provides the platform for compa-

nies to develop and expand their businesses exponentially.” Food and drink companies in Ireland with ambitions to take their product from concept to shelf and see it stocked in Aldi’s 130 Irish stores can apply for the Grow with Aldi supplier development programme by contacting grow@aldi.ie. Further details are available at www.aldi.ie/grow

We are making the City safe

Gemma Whelan, Larry Bowe, Fiona Stevens and Clodagh Hennebry, The Park Hotel, pictured at the annual VFI Dinner in the Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath]

Donnacha Gough, The Local Bar; John McGrath, Downey’s Bar; John Hogan, Vintners Federation of Ireland, and [Dan McGrath] Declan Ahern, Tudor Bar, pictured at the annual VFI Dinner in the Park Hotel.

FOLLOWING continued representations from a number of Waterford City Centre businesses and members of the public. Cllr Eddie Mulligan has raised the issue of poor Garda response times to incidents, which took place in the City Centre on Good Friday. In particular, the incident between two females, which was video recorded, most likely on a smart phone and then distributed via social media. According to Cllr Mulligan, “With reference to the unpleasant incident on Good Friday, 30th March, there was in fact a Garda engaged with the Business Watch Scheme, on duty in the City Centre. At the time of the occurrence, outside the McDonald’s restaurant, this Garda was away from the City Centre, on an arrest related enquiry. Having been present in the City Centre between 10.00 a.m. until after 12 midday. Following an enquiry, which necessitated his absence from the City Centre, he returned to deal with an unrelated shoplifting incident at Dunnes Stores. There was also a further Garda response to another shoplifting incident at Penney's in the City Centre on this afternoon. The Gardai have stated to me, “That the reported matter at McDonald’s unfortunately escalated, due to the length of

time it took for the Garda to respond.” The Garda unit which, attended to this call did so from the John's Park area. Where they were dealing with a domestic situation, immediately prior being informed of the incident in John Roberts Square. The other Garda units working at the time, one was recorded as dealing with a separate occurrence, one was involved in Traffic related calls and one unit was on a meal break. I am informed that the necessary CCTV evidence etc, has been compiled to bring charges against the people concerned. In relation the recent issue of City Centre break-ins. I have enquired, on behalf of businesses and can report that there has been a significant amount of success, where a specific number people have been brought before the Courts. The Gardai state that there is no evidence to hand, to suggest that there has been any definite targeting of business premises.” In relation to collaboration and dealing with common problems, such as shoplifting in the City. Cllr Mulligan has informed us that the Garda need “Increased support” and “Continuous effort” from the business community, members of the public, to ensure that persistent offenders are prosecuted.

“In terms of a consistent policing plan for the City Centre, businesses will acknowledge that there has been an increased visible presence. The City Centre is and will remain a priority for local Garda. As an elected representative, I will try to ensure that our collaborative approach to policing will continue, to ensure that there is a consistent presence to act as a decent deterrent. The current Garda allocated to the City Centre will now be augmented, by Gardai assigned to duty at the newly opened and refurbished court. These individuals will be diverted to City Centre patrolling, once freed from the court duties. This should play a part in increasing visibility, on days where the court does not sit too late into the afternoon.” Finally, Cllr Mulligan is calling on Garda, members of the public and the businesses to continue working together. “We must build upon the great initiatives, such as Waterford’s Purple Flag, Retail Watch and City Safe. Business owners and members of the public, can rest assured that there is a strong commitment from our local Garda, to consistently police the City Centre. To ensure the ongoing safety in the City Centre that everyone enjoys.”

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Demand for Cappoquin traffic calming measures running out of road By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council insists that Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) will not sanction the installation of traffic calming or driver feedback innovations close to a bend at the entrance to Cappoquin, regardless of how much Councillors demand them. What is becoming a regular reference at Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meetings was again raised at April’s sitting, when Cllr. John Pratt said he was “not convinced” that the “right decision had been made” in regard to reducing speed in the locality. The Councillor said some resi-

dents in Cappoquin were now looking for the results of a TII survey as proof of why it was considered impractical to install a crossing or speed calming measures. Senior engineer for roads Gabriel Hynes said TII had conducted a traffic calming survey spanning a fortnight last November and December. The results had indicated that “85% of the time, speed was in or about 50 k.p.h., which is within the speed limit there”, he explained. Based on the results, TII believed additional that traffic calming measures (other than build outs and a pedestrian crossing as recommended at a previous meeting) were not warranted. He would certainly make sur-

vey results available, he added. Cllr. Declan Doocey suggested, as he had previously, that a digital driver feedback sign would resolve the issue and that “people in Cappoquin are entitled to it” having been “neglected long enough.” He wanted the matter “examined again urgently.” Cllr. Doocey further called for TII to attend a meeting in west Waterford, noting that last year’s one between councillors and the transport agency in Dublin hadn’t delivered “any great progress.” Mr. Hynes responded that TII had been in favour of driver feedback signs but after the survey indicated speeding wasn’t a problem they changed their minds.

Council to conduct pothole repairs despite Government funding failings By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council now hopes to start resolving “outstanding pothole problems” in the west Waterford region despite difficulties acquiring necessary funding from Central Government, Senior Roads Engineer Gabriel Hynes informed April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan had raised the matter of the “continuing deterioration” of roads in the Dungarvan area due to bad weather and wondered if the council had sought extra funding in lieu of the major Winter storms and excessive rainfall. Mr. Hynes said the normal patching works had been compromised by the weather but he was “very hopeful”

of addressing problems with the council’s two patching units now the weather had improved. The Engineer continued that the Council’s request for around €1m from the Department of Environment in lieu of repairs required across the city and county had been unsuccessful. “They give us immediate costs for the cleanup from Storm Ophelia”, he informed. Mr. Hynes said the Department had also asked for an application regarding costs incurred in the wake of Storm Emma but that seemed to pertain to clean up costs, additional staff, contractors, etc. “There seems to be no indication that the Department will give additional allocation regarding permanent damage to the road network from the snow and ice”, he concluded.

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HSE establishing local forums for mental health service users, their families, carers and supporters in the South East THE HSE’s community healthcare services in the South East – as part of working with people who use mental health services and with their family members, carers and supporters – are establishing new, local forums in counties Carlow, Kilkenny, South Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford. The local forum will exist as a resource for service users and family members, carers and supporters to voice their experiences, raise issues and be consulted and involved in mental health service developments in their area. The establishment of the forums are a development following on from recommenda-

tions in the national mental health strategy “A Vision for Change” and the HSE’s own national strategy for service user involvement. The HSE’s 2015 mental health division operational plan included the strategic priority “that Service users, families and carers are central to the design, planning, delivery and evaluation of services." With an increased public focus on mental health in mind and an emphasis on the HSE’s South East Community Healthcare services working collaboratively with service users, family members and carers, information meetings on the subject – open to all inter-

ested parties – are were recently held in the following: Tracey’s Hotel, Waterford; Activation Centre, Carlow and The Clonmel Park Hotel. Further and follow up meetings are also being planned for the Kilkenny, Dungarvan, Enniscorthy, Gorey, New Ross, Wexford, Clonmel, Carrick-onSuir and Cashel/Tipperary Town areas. The nine Community Healthcare service areas throughout the state have each recently appointed an Area Lead for Mental Health Engagement, with Paul Fallon being in place to serve the South East (services in counties Carlow, Kilkenny, South Tipperary, Waterford and

Wexford). Speaking about the information meetings, one of the aims of which is to set up mental health forums, Paul Fallon said: “The purpose of my post is to consult and present the views of mental health service users, family members and carers through engagement and partnership and to influence decision making at area management level in the South East. I have already held some meetings and I am now looking forward to conducting more, as one of the early steps in this important work.” “Along with my colleagues in the Community Healthcare services in the South East, I

April 28th is the deadline for applying to special register to vote in Referendum By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is keen to remind those eligible to vote (i.e. over 18) in May’s Eight Amendment referendum but who have not yet registered, have until April 28th to do so. The issue was raised at April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting when Cllr. Siobhán Whelan asked why it was so difficult to register on the supplementary list. Effectively the councillor meant that signing the Supplementary Registration

form (RFA2) must be witnessed by a Garda, whereas registering for the main Register of Voters can be done at the local authority offices and doesn’t require this step. Nobody could explain the reason for the difference in procedure, which Cllr. Damien Geoghegan labelled “an anomaly in the system.” Cllr. Geoghegan clarified that registering on Register of Voters concluded at the end of November every year, with the register subsequently issued in February. If one’s name was not on the main register when a referendum

or election arose, then a supplementary/special (and indeed also a postal) registrar was opened for up to 15 days before the event. The registered party is then automatically included in the Register of Voters thereafter. The RFA2 form is available from the council offices. See www.vote.ie for detailed information on the matter. DECEASED NAMES Meanwhile, the Councillors agreed that while getting on the register was easy, having a name removed from it in the event of becoming deceased was not guaranteed. Cllr. Geoghegan said

it had to be specifically requested. Cllr. James Tobin agreed with Cllr. Geoghegan’s view that there should be a systematic approach where a person’s name is automatically removed once they become deceased, to avoid causing hurt to relatives. Cllr. Declan Doocey proposed the council write to the Department of Environment suggesting that registration on the Register of Voters automatically apply on turning 18. “Problem is, people also reserve the right not to be included on it”, said Cllr. Geoghegan.

Butler disappointed at 6,172 older people waiting on Home Care packages across the country FIANNA Fáil Spokesperson on Older People, Mary Butler TD has said that it is deeply frustrating for the 6,172 older people and their families who are waiting for funding for a Home Care Package from the HSE. Deputy Butler was commenting after the HSE confirmed that at the end of February there were 6,172 older people waiting for funding for a home care package across the nine community health organisation regions in the country. “This is a staggering number of people, vulnerable people I may add, waiting for support that the HSE has already been deemed to be necessary. “The delay in these people accessing their home case package is down to nothing more than a lack of funding. “I am deeply concerned also by the very large numbers of people waiting in two CHOs in particular, CHO2 which covers

Galway, Roscommon and Mayo, and CHO9, which covers the Northside of Dublin.These two areas account for over 45% of all those waiting in the country. “Home Care Packages are not optional extras in the lives of these people and their families. They are, in many cases, the difference between an older people staying in their home, surrounded by family or friends, or living in a nursing home or other assisted living centre. “We know two things. One, there are better outcomes for older people when they can stay in their own home, and two, we don’t have the capacity in the nursing home sector to cater for thousands of extra people. “The HSE needs to get its act together. Speed up the processing of funding applications to ensure that delays are kept to the absolute minimum, and if there isn’t enough funding, make the case to Government that

additional funding is required. It costs considerably more to look after an older people in a nursing home than it does to fund a home care package. “Based on previous HSE costings, a home care package on average costs €8,900 per year, so to fund these outstanding applications, it would cost the state €55 million per year. “Compare this to the potential €320m. annual cost of supporting these 6,172 people in nursing homes based on an average cost of €1,100 per week and it makes both social and financial sense. “Ministers Daly and Harris need to decide how the State will continue to fund older people. I will shortly launch Fianna Fáil’s new Older Person’s Strategy which will detail our party’s commitments to older people and their families,” concluded Butler.

want to hear from people around the South East, as to how we can further develop mechanisms for engagement of service users, their family members and carers. I will be dedicated to allowing for their involvement in the planning, design, implementation and evaluation of mental health services.” “Significant in, and to, all of this will be the local forums. At these meetings, I will be introducing our project and proceed from there to guidelines for the local forums – which we will be coming from the community and represent the voices of those with experience of our services. The membership of

local forums will include service users, family members and carers and others may be invited to attend meetings.” “My colleagues and I are experts, both by profession and experience. I will talk about my role on the evening and also my background as a family member. I have moved especially to the South East to take up this role, so I have confidence in this project and I think it will be of benefit to everyone concerned with mental health services.” “I look forward to a good attendance at the meetings and to working with as many people as possible in the South East in my role as an Area Lead for Mental Health Engagement.”

Groundsel By Mandy Tompkins A MEMBER of the Daisy family, Groundsel is a widespread and very common garden and wasteland plant growing between 10-30cm tall depending upon its habitat. The Groundsel plant has glossy dark green leaves, shaped like a feather, with large regular divisions up the sides and finely waved all around the edges. Groundsel flowers grow in small heads of two or three together at the end of short stalks, which branch at intervals from top to bottom of the stem. These stalks are not very strong and are easily bent by the weight of the flower heads, which grow all year round, even through a mild Winter. The flowers are composed of many small yellow tubes which are tightly packed together. They grow in a tiny green cup, made up of narrow strap shaped green leaves tightly pressed together. Only the tips of the tubes are visible at the mouth of the cup. After the flowers have withered the heads are followed by grey-white spheres, formed of the many hairy seeds which mature in the cup. Each Groundsel seed is equipped with simple white ephemeral hairs enabling it to travel easily on the wind, and a single Groundsel plant can produce thousands of seeds during the year. Groundsel is often gathered and fed to Budgerigars and Canaries, who enjoy pecking out the tiny seeds and it is also a favourite food of Rabbits and Poultry.

The name Groundsel has nothing to do with the ground, but it derives its name from the Old English meaning ‘pus absorber’, because it was widely used long ago in folk medicine to draw infection from wounds, blisters, boils and as a hot poultice to ease toothache.

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The Car/Cash Draw Winners for April were as follows (l. to r.): Michael Brown, Kilmacthomas, winner of €10,000 Cash, with Tessie Begley, DCU. Margaret Mansfield, winner of €1,000, with Kathleen Cronin DCU. Louise Moloney, winner of €1,000, with Kathleen Cronin DCU. Cliona Mackey, winner of €1,000, with Kathleen Cronin DCU. Congratulations to all the winners. Remember you can join the Car/Cash Draw anytime!!!

Praise for volunteers involved in Ardmore clean-up

Permission granted to Aldi Dungarvan for 40 more car spaces

PRAISE and thanks has been extended to all the volunteers involved in the recent Ardmore Tidy Towns Annual Clean-up. A large amount of litter was picked from the N25 last week by the volunteers, predominantly plastic bottles, cans and convenience food containers but not very convenient for the environment or the volunteers who had to clean up the litter. In one half mile stretch of the N25, two sacks of litter was collected by the volunteers. Organisers of the clean-up praised the volunteers on their hard work and for giving their time to help keep our community clean and tidy.

By Christy Parker ALDI supermarket has received the green light to create 40 extra car parking spaces at its Dungarvan base after April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting passed a proposed material contravention of the 2012-2018 Dungarvan Town Development Plan. The development will see the retailer lose six current spaced but create 40 on an adjacent 1.6 acres that, under the Town Development Plan was zoned open space for “passive and active recreational uses, including the preservation of grass verges, hedgerows and tree stands.” The scheme will increase the supermarket’s parking spaces from 82 to 116.

Planning for the development was advertised in the Irish Examiner on March 7th, with no subsequent third party submissions. The contravention was passed with seven conditions. These include provision of a tarmac footpath linking the car park to an adjoining housing area, relocating parking spaces for wheelchair users to the eastern site boundary and the submission of landscaping proposals for the remainder of the open space area. The landscaping scheme shall include details of the height, siting and composition of boundary treatment, with planting conducted “prior to the first use of the development.” Any failure within five years “shall be

replaced and trees allowed to grow to maturity.” SKATEBOARD PARK There were no objections to the contravention at April’s meeting. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan sought a commitment from the Council executive that money received from the development “be ring-fenced for a capital project and particularly the skateboard park previously agreed.” Director of Services for Housing Ivan Grimes said he would support that proposal, subject to procedures. Cllr. John Pratt hailed the development’s inclusion of “a green landscaped area” as paramount towards helping the area visually.

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Getting citizens online - free Pro-life campaigners suspect ‘dirty tricks’ digital training campaign over destroyed posters course THE pro-life campaigners who are calling for the the posters, but he also acknowledged that people GETTING Citizens Online is a free digital training course for people who have never used the Internet. Five two hour sessions will help people get online, set them up with an email address so they can shop online, book a holiday and access the many supports the Internet has to offer. We are currently looking for community groups in West Waterford who would like to avail of these free courses. If you would like to bring this course to your community or if you would like to book a place in one of our upcoming courses or if you require more information, you can contact Gary at 022 46580. This programme is being delivered by Avondhu Blackwater Partnership in conjunction with Waterford Leader Partnership and the Department for Communication, Climate Action and Environment.

8th Amendment to remain are suspecting they are the subject of a ‘dirty tricks’ campaign by those who oppose their views, after a number of posters were destroyed in County Waterford. Last week, some pro-life posters were removed from the Plaza car park, Dungarvan. They were found a short distance away cut in half. A large billboard which was parked at Kilmeaden was also destroyed last weekend. Pro-life campaigners accused those who are destroying the posters of attacking free speech and democracy. It is understood the destruction of the posters will be reported to the Gardaí for investigation. PRO-LIFE POSTER IMAGES Meanwhile, the issue of pro-life posters was raised at the Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County last week in City Hall. Cllr. Mary Roche said that some of the posters being erected are “unsuitable for viewing, particularly for children” and she queried if the Gardaí had a role to play, pointing out that such images could be contrary to Section 7 of the Criminal Justice (Public Order) Act, 1994, which relates to the distribution, or display in public place of material which is threatening, abusive, insulting or obscene. Chief Superintendent, Padraig Dunne, confirmed there have been a number of complaints regarding

have a constitutional right to protest. “But, with constitutional rights comes an obligation,” he said. “Anything that goes above the constitutional right and there is a complaint, the Gardaí will look at it,” Chief Supt. Dunne added.

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Man found intoxicated on two occasions to make poor box donation A DUNGARVAN man who was twice found in an intoxicated state at the same location ten days apart is to make a donation to the court poor box. Andrew Earley (23) with an address at 21 Cois Abha, Shandon, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to being intoxicated in public, contrary to Section 4 of the Public Order Act, at Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, on 2nd and 12th July, 2017. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan said that on both occasions Gardaí came across the accused and had to arrest him for his own safety. Fixed charge penalty notices, which were issued on both occasions, were never paid. The accused has 14 previous convictions, which include some for public order offences. Solicitor Martin Lavan said his client had drank to excess two weekends in-a-row. “My client was more a danger to himself. He apologises for tak-

ing up the time of the court, because he did receive the fixed charge penalty notices,” Mr. Lavan said. “He lives at home with his mother and has learned his lesson – he has curbed his social occasions. My client said he had no money at the time to pay the fines.” However, Judge Terence Finn replied that the accused found money to go socialising, “taking into account the cost of entry into the night club, the cost of alcohol purchased”. Mr. Lavan said his client is remorseful and asked that a lenient course of action be taken by the court. Judge Finn said the court will relieve the accused of some funding - “so he will have less to spend on alcohol”. He adjourned the case to 23rd May, 2018, to allow the accused to make a €300 donation to the court poor box, indicating that if the donation is paid, both charges will be struck out.

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Man walked into Garda Station and demanded a lift home AN Englishman with a local address, who walked into a Garda Station and demanded a lift home, became irate when refused and spat at a Garda officer. Stephen Spain (61) with an address at 4 Mweelnahorna, Ring, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to being intoxicated in public, contrary to Section 4 of the Public Order Act, at Dungarvan Garda Station, on 6th August, 2017. Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn at last week’s Dungarvan District Court that the accused entered the public office of Dungarvan Garda Station at 1.15 a.m. on the date in question and sought a lift home.

He became irate when refused and spat at the Garda officer on duty. The accused was arrested and detained. A fixed charge penalty notice which was issued for the offence was never paid. “He was socialising in town and made his way to the Garda Station looking for a lift,” Insp. Sheahan said. The accused, who was in court, said he is originally from England, but said he has been moving “back and forward” between Ireland and England for years. Judge Finn questioned if the accused would behave the same way in England? “I am ashamed for what I done,” the accused replied.

“I apologised to the Garda in person, both verbal and written,” he said. The accused said he received the fine but failed to pay it because he was “in a bad way” at the time and “totally forgot about it”. The court heard that the accused has no previous convictions. The accused said he is a bricklayer by profession, but is out of work at the moment. He said he has joined AA since this incident. Judge Finn noted the accused has apologised to the Garda in question. The accused paid a donation of €80 to the court poor box and Judge Finn struck out the charge.

Nephew and uncle given suspended jail terms A NEPHEW and uncle who had a very public dispute both ended up with suspended jail terms in court last week. Damien Coward (24) with an address at 22 Congress Villas, Dungarvan; and his uncle, Patrick Duggan (52) with an address at 21 Congress Villas, Dungarvan, both pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, contrary to Section 6 of the Public Order Act, at Cathal Brugha Place, Dungarvan, on 17th October, 2017. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that there was a ‘squabble’ between the two men on the night in question.

“Gardaí were called and directed the men to leave. They refused, but eventually saw sense and left the area,” Insp. Sheahan said. “There has been no reprisal or incident since,” he added. The court heard that Duggan has a previous conviction dating back to 1996, while Coward has 31 previous convictions. Solicitor Niall King said his client, Patrick Duggan, had a ‘falling out’ with his nephew on the night. “It came to a head, but he later shook hands with his nephew,” Mr. King said. “He is apologetic for what happened. My client put his hands up to the matter and pleaded guilty.”

He said the accused is married with four children. Solicitor David Burke said his client, Damien Coward, “is well known to the court” and it was “a dispute between himself and his uncle on the night”. “He has made dramatic changes to his life over the last few months, and he plays soccer,” Mr. Burke said. Judge Finn noted that the matter between the two men has been resolved, but also noted that both men have previous convictions. He imposed a two month prison term on each man, suspended the jail sentence on condition they keep the peace and be of good behaviour for two years.

Bench warrants issued THE registered owner of a vehicle, which was parked in a disabled parking bay without a permit, had a bench warrant issued for her arrest when she failed to appear in court last week. Helen McDonagh, with an address at 10a St. Patrick’s Crescent, Dungarvan, is accused of failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice which was issued after Gardaí observed a vehicle, registered in the accused’s name, parked in a disabled person’s parking bay without a valid permit, at the Plaza car park, Dungarvan, on 27th September, 2017. Judge Terence Finn noted the accused was not present at last week’s Dungarvan District Court and issued a bench warrant for her arrest. A BENCH warrant was issued for the arrest of a man who failed to appear in court last week. Richard McCarthy (38) with an address at 8 Youghal Road, Midleton, Cork, is accused of driving with no licence and failing to produce his driving licence at the roadside and within ten days at a Garda Station, after being stopped by Gardaí at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 15th August, 2017. With no valid reason for the accused’s absence from last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn issued a bench warrant for his arrest.

Group from the Cotton Mill Bar, Portlaw pictured at the annual VFI Dinner in the Park Hotel.

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Man who admitted drink driving charge is disqualified for two years

Stella Quealy, Gerry Power, Elizabeth McCarthy and Jack Kiely, Quealy's Bar, pictured at the annual VFI Dinner in the Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath]

AN Abbeyside man who pleaded guilty to a drink driving charge was put off the road for two years. Eoin Fraher (30) with an address at 63 Tournore Court, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to driving while under the influence of an intoxicant, contrary to Section 4 of the Road Traffic Act, at Childers Estate, Dungarvan, on 30th September, 2017. At last week’s Dungarvan

District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí observed a vehicle with damage to its front coming out of Childers Estate on the night in question. They stopped and spoke with the accused, who was arrested on suspicion of drink driving. A breath test gave a reading of 47 mg alcohol per 100 ml breath. Solicitor David Burke said his client has no previous convictions.

“He had a few drinks on the night and thought he was okay to drive and went for a bag of chips,” Mr. Burke said. He said the loss of his licence will cause problems for his client. Judge Finn noted the accused was co-operative with the Gardaí on the night and has no previous convictions. He handed down a €300 fine and disqualified the accused from driving for two years.

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Suspended jail term for mother of six who admitted theft Teenager to make donation A YOUGHAL man who made a donation to the court poor box had a public order charge struck out. Alan Ahern (43) with an address at Primrose Cottage, Grange, Youghal, pleaded guilty to being intoxicated in public, contrary to Section 4 of the Public Order Act, at Youghal Road, Dungarvan, on 15th June, 2017.

A MOTHER of six who walked out of a local supermarket with a trolley full of groceries without paying was handed a suspended jail sentence last week. Donna Carty (30) with an address at Wetlands halting site, Kilkenny, pleaded guilty to theft from Lidl, Dungarvan, on 17th September, 2016. Inspector Larry Sheahan told last week’s Dungarvan District Court that on the date in question, the accused and another female filled a trolley with €83.23 worth of groceries and left the store without paying. “They were stopped in the car park by security. The property was recovered,” said Insp. Sheahan. He said the accused was identified from CCTV and she admitted the offence when questioned by Gardaí. The court heard that the accused has 43 previous convictions for similar type offending. Solicitor Martin Lavan said his client apologises for her behaviour.

Solicitor David Burke told last week’s Dungarvan District Court that his client never received the fixed charge penalty notice. He said his client has a problem with alcohol. An €80 donation was made by the accused to the court poor box and Judge Terence Finn struck out the charge.

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“She is the mother of six children and is struggling financially. She was under financial pressure to provide for her family,” Mr. Lavan said. Judge Finn queried why the accused was in Dungarvan if she has an address in Kilkenny. “My client was visiting cousins at the time and she was on her way back home,” Mr. Lavan said. Judge Finn said the accused has an extensive record and it appears she has a predilection for theft. “Why should this court go the extra step?” Judge Finn asked. Mr. Lavan said his client’s youngest child is only three months old and she is the main carer of her six children. Mr. Lavan said his client is genuinely remorseful and pleaded guilty at the first opportunity, and she is asking for one last chance from the court. Judge Finn handed down a four month jail sentence, suspended on condition the accused be of good behaviour and keep the peace for two years.

HAVING a small amount of cannabis for experimentation will cost a Stradbally teenager €250 in a donation to the court poor box. Adam Finn (19) with an address at 8 Rockville, Stradbally, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Strandside North, Abbeyside, on 3rd April, 2017. At last week’s Dungarvan

happen again,” Mr. Curran said. Judge Finn queried why a person was left in charge who was not aware of the closing time. “My client has no explanation,” Mr. Curran replied. He said the accused had to leave the premises earlier that night due to a family matter and he left a trusted person to lock up. He said the accused has been licensee of the premises for the last three years. Judge Finn handed down a €350 fine.

A MOTORIST who ‘glanced off ’ an oncoming vehicle because he wasn’t looking where he was going was fined under the lesser charge of careless driving. Kieran Power (23) with an address at Ballyboy, Kilmacthomas, pleaded guilty to careless driving, contrary to Section 52 of the Road Traffic Act (a charge which was reduced from dangerous driving, contrary to Section 53 of the Road Traffic Act) at Lemybrien on 6th July, 2017. Inspector Larry Sheahan told

District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí searched the accused outside the local nightclub and found him in possession of a small quantity of cannabis. “The substance was found in his underwear,” Insp. Sheahan said. “The value of the cannabis was approximately €10 worth. The accused was co-operative with Gardaí,” Insp. Sheahan said. Solicitor David Burke said his

client has no previous convictions. “This was, unfortunately, a bit of experimentation by my client. He has no experience in this, as can be seen from the way he was detected,” Mr. Burke said. “My client is hoping to get onto a FÁS-type course.” Judge Finn adjourned the case to 23rd May, 2018, to allow the accused to make a €250 donation to the court poor box.

Motorist fined for Publican fined for breach ‘glancing off’ oncoming vehicle of licensing laws

A PUBLICAN was fined in court last week in relation to a breach of licensing laws. Maurice Cliffe (40) with an address at 28 Sallybrook, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to permitting intoxicating liquor to be consumed on the premises, in contravention of Count 5 of the licensing laws, at Crotty’s Bar, Crotty’s Corner, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 21st June, 2017. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan said Gardaí inspected

the licensed premises known as Crotty’s Bar at 1.40 a.m. on 31st July, 2017. Insp. Sheahan said there were four people on the premises with full pints of alcohol. He said Gardaí spoke with a Michael Leahy at the time, who was unaware of the closing time. Solicitor Kieran Curran said his client has no previous convictions and has pleaded guilty at the first opportunity. “My client is aware of the seriousness of the matter and has given an assurance that it won’t

last week’s Dungarvan District Court that the injured party and his wife were driving along the R676 (Carrick-on-Suir to Lemybrien Road) at around 10.00 p.m. on the date in question when they observed a vehicle coming against them. “The driver didn’t seem to be looking where he was going.The injured party blew his horn and flashed his lights. The accused’s vehicle glanced off the injured party’s vehicle, causing minor damage,” Insp. Sheahan said. “The accused was fully insured

and there were no injuries.” Insp. Sheahan described it as a momentary lapse in concentration by the accused. Solicitor Niall King said his client has no previous convictions. “He is an apprentice carpenter and lives at home, near Kilmacthomas,” Mr. King said. “He accepts it was an error of judgement on the day and he apologises. My client is fully covered by insurance.” Judge Finn handed down a €250 fine.

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Tobin warns against Greenway overshadowing loss of other events By Christy Parker WATERFORD Councillor James Tobin has cautioned the county against putting “all our eggs in the one basket” in regard to promoting the Greenway. The Councillor said the greenway was the best initiative he had ever supported in the county but warned that another one is starting some other place and another after that and there will be a lot of greenways. We’ll

be sorry one day soon for putting all eggs in one basket”, he cautioned. The Councillor was speaking in the context of the need to protect other prestigious attractions and he specifically referenced the Camphire Horse Trials and the Seán Kelly cycle tour, both of which have uncertain, if any, future. Cllr. Tobin said the 2018 Camphire event had been cancelled due to withdrawal of sponsorship funding by Horse

Sports Ireland and, he insinuated, government aid. He also regretted the cancelled 2018 Seán Kelly Tour. It is unclear whether the events face permanent cancellation. Cllr. Tobin reminded the meeting that both occasions attracted large crowds to the west of the county particularly and called on the council to do anything it could to rescue them. Cllr. John Pratt concurred, noting it was “a lot harder to get events into rural areas” than into

the city. “We need to fight as a unit across the county to get them back”, he said. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan said he was “really, really disappointed” that the horse trials were not proceeding. He had visited them a few times and believed it had the potential to become a major attraction nationally. Director of Services Fergal Reidy said the council “would certainly engage” with the relevant parties.

Art and Craft level 6 with their tutors and the 'Envisions' exhibition.

CCN at the Food Festival LEVEL 6 Art and Craft are taking part in the Exhibitions in the Old Market House Arts Centre. While the exhibition ‘Envision’ has been open to the public all week the official opening will be Saturday, 21st April at 3.00 p.m. by Danny Cunningham, Principal of CCN. The Level 6 students at Coláiste Chathail Naofa have spent a year learning skills in drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics and sculpture. Many of the students have benefitted from more than one year of learning in the world of art, craft and design. Some students have successfully applied to attend art colleges in Cork, Clonmel and Waterford and others hope to build an Art Practice. The students work can be seen upstairs in Seomra de Paor. The work of Kenny Healy, Morag Ransley, Matthew T Turner, Jordan Daly, Frank O’Connor. Trevor Healy, Brian Downey, Gerry Whelan, Claire Boyd can be seen alongside established artists Anna Marie Leavy, Ciara Gormley, Margaret Walsh and Conleth Gent. HOSPITALITY AND CATERING COURSE This course could be of particular interest to anybody looking to gain a recognised qualification in the hospitality sector. It has been developed to capitalise on the increase in tourism since the opening of the Waterford Greenway. Learn more about Accommodation Techniques, Food preparation, Web design and Marketing. These skills will improve your chances of getting a job in the hospitality sector in local businesses such as coffe shops or hotels.The modules are also designed to assist owners of businesses such as B and B’s or deli’s to improve their hospitality and marketing skills. There will be an information stand at the Old Market House Arts Centre with further information on all of the courses available at CCN. APPLY NOW Entry to all courses at Coláiste Chathail Naofa are by interview and the first round of interviews will be held in May. Application forms are available on our website www.ccndungarvan.com along with further details of all of our courses.You can also follow us on facebook at Coláiste Chathail Naofa – College of Further Education @ccnplc for the latest updates.

Some of the participants in the Dungarvan Colour Run celebrate at the end of the 5K run which was in aid of the Irish Cancer Society. The event was organised by St. Augustine’s College students Roisin Drummy and Sarah Phelan as their TY Project. [Dan McGrath]

Gardaí still committed to filling Sergeant vacancy in Tallow CHIEF Superintendent Padraig Dunne has reassured that the Gardaí are committed to filling a Sergeant vacancy in Tallow. At a meeting of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee held last week at City Hall, Waterford, Cllr. John Pratt noted that it’s

been more than a year since the vacancy arose, following a retirement. “We were assured 12 months ago that the vacancy for Sergeant in Tallow would be filled,” Cllr. Pratt said. Chief Supt. Dunne said it would be another six months before the national Sergeant

promotion would be completed and more would be known at that point when Sergeants are appointed. He assured JPC members that Superintendent Michael Leacy, Dungarvan District, “is pushing hard to get additional resources”. At a previous JPC meeting,

Cllr. James Tobin raised concerns that the Sergeant vacancy could be a prelude to closing Tallow Garda Station, but he was assured by the then Chief Superintendent Pat Murphy (retired) that there is “no intention at this time to rebalance how the Gardaí are structured across the county”.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

Disability bus stop entering final stages By Christy Paker WORK at installing the new wheelchairaccessible bus stop at Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, is expected to conclude in about three weeks, Senior Executive Engineer for roads Josephine McGrath told April’s Dungarvan-Lismore East Cork Municipal District meeting. The Engineer was responding to an inquiry from Cllr. Siobhán Whelan who said people were “becoming annoyed” at how long it was taking. Ms. McGrath said the work, directly outside the Council’s Civic Offices, had started in February, but had been disrupted by storm alerts and generally adverse weather conditions. These had both affected the project directly and distracted resources to other areas. Additionally, unexpected underground services had been encountered, necessitating unforeseen repair work. “But it’s coming together”, she assured. Once it was com-

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pletely, she continued, a similar task would begin across the road for Waterford-bound buses. That work would be broken into phases as it would be a longer and more difficult undertaking involving fibre optic cables and underground ducting of overhead cables. Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell, as is sometimes his way, cast a caustic eye on the matter. “Bricks are coming up there but are they going back down again?”, and if so, would it add to the cost. The Engineer explained that the bricks would be reinstalled at a higher level “to prevent anyone driving into the area” as the bus pulls in. The work, involving different colour paving, would be conducted speedily by a specialist contractor, with no extra cost. “Wouldn’t it make more sense to tarmacadam it”, suggested Cllr. O’Donnell. This brought a swift response from Cllr. Damien Geoghegan who said he strongly supported the installation and did not want to see cheap tarmacadam used instead of

bricks. “Remember the square”, countered Cllr. O’Donnell, “and a couple of million over-run. This is going to cost a lot more than what was estimated. I know by looking at it”, he assured, “and anyone who knows anything about roads knows it.” IS IT NEEDED? Cllr. O’Donnell then questioned whether there was any need for the new bus stop at all. Cllr. John Pratt responded that as someone whose wife had a disability he was “delighted with the development” and would “like to see more of them throughout the city and county.” Re-entering the fray Cllr. Geoghegan chastised “councillors coming in here looking for works to take place” and then “complaining the minute they commence!” He said the bus stop would “look grand” and was a facility that “people with disabilities are absolutely entitled to have!” Cathaoirelach Tom Cronin concluded the discussion when he observed that the decision “has been taken” and there was no point in raising the issue at all.

A strong Sinn Féin contingent at housing demonstration LOCAL Sinn Féin Councillor, Siobhán Whelan said she was very pleased and not a bit surprised to see big numbers of Sinn Féin members from all across Ireland attend the National Homeless and Housing Coalition Demonstration in Dublin last Saturday. Councillor Whelan travelled to Dublin with a number of party members from Waterford to take part in the demonstration march in support of the many thousands of families living without a home. Speaking from Dublin, Cllr. Whelan said it was important for people to come out in numbers on this and call on the government to act now on this issue; “I agree with our Party President Mary Lou McDonald, I do think the Taoiseach is living in denial about this crisis. It is fast becoming an emergency as more and more people are living in emergency accommodation and on the streets. It’s a disgrace that this is happening. Peoples’ lives are devastated by homelessness.” Continuing, Cllr. Whelan added,“A Sinn Féin Government would declare a national emergency at this point and would legislate for real rent certainty.We would also invest more in social and affordable housing. “Sinn Féín’s Housing Spokesperson Eoin Ó Broin TD who was also at the march, says the problem must be addressed urgently as the number of homeless people approaches 10,000. He also stressed the worrying figure that child homelessness is up 50% on last year and the figures are accelerating. Apart from the

'Sinn Féín marching at the National Homeless and Housing Coalition Demonstration last Saturday in Dublin. From Left to Right: Sinn Féín Party President Mary Lou McDonald TD, Sinn Féín Spokesperson on Health Louise O'Reilly TD, Local Dungarvan-Lismore Cllr. Siobhán Whelan and Fingal Sinn Féin Cllr. Natalie Treacy.' distress caused to people suffering homelessness and the known long-term damaging affects it can have, especially on children, the figures show that millions of euros are being spent on emergency accommodation where only a fraction is being spent on preventative measures.” Councillor Whelan said she was encouraged by the huge turn-out as thousands of people attended the demonstration from many different groups which united to call on the government to act quickly and end this crisis; “As Mary Lou McDonald said on Saturday, the housing crisis is

now an emergency and this government is “out of time” on this issue. The Government must wake up to the crisis and build houses, invest in homes for the citizens of this country and put an end to the misery and heartache caused by homelessness.” Continuing, Cllr. Whelan said; “Sinn Féin has always advocated that housing should be affordable and should be a right, not a privilege.This FG led coalition government and the parties supporting it are sitting on their hands on this. The Fianna Fáil ‘supply and confidence agree-

ment’ might be working for the few but it is not working for the majority. As Eoin Ó Broin TD highlighted again last Saturday, Fianna Fáil haven’t made any concrete proposals on important matters such as housing or health. Just as with Labour in previous coalition governments, Fine Gael policies are being facilitated to serve only the most well off in society. The government must listen to the people. The time for action is now.” Concluded Cllr. Whelan. Louise Brierley West Waterford Sinn Féin PRO

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Reassurances given over Ballinroad housing scheme By Christy Parker WATERFORD Councillor Siobhán Whelan expressed concerns at April’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting, that the Ballinroad Housing Scheme not progressing fast enough. The Councillor noted that the project was a Stage 3 but wondered how many more stages were there before construction began?! She said private schemes, such as at Kilrush, were “flying up”, by contrast with private contractors seemingly getting “their business done a lot faster.” Director of Services for Housing Ivan Grimes said Stage 3 meant Ballinroad was about to get Department approval to go to tender, albeit it had taken a long time to reach that point. Mr. Grimes continued that the “turnkey project” in Kilrush was a private development by a private developer who had agreed to sell the 39 units to the council. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan wondered if the project would be

compromised by the developer, Sammon Group, going into examiner-ship (following Carillion collapse in Britain). Mr. Grimes said Sammon were subcontractors and council’s contract was with the developer Woodford CFS who didn’t have any financial difficulties. He understood that Woodfords had been working “to ensure the development proceeds and is delivered.” DEAD HORSE Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell maintained the council was “flogging a dead horse” and could “never see houses going into Ballinroad.” He said any development would be dismissed on appeal to Bord Pleanála, who would “really be going against the law” if they did otherwise. The councillor was variously enlightened by Mr. Grimes, Cllr. Tom Cronin and Planning officer Jim O’Mahony that the appeal ship had sailed, that an appeal to Bord Pleanála could not be applied to the subsequent Part 8 process and that the development was definitely proceeding.

Councillors keen to talk to SEAI By Christy Parker SUSTAINABLE Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is being invited to make a presentation to the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality amidst concerns that their application process is far too complicated. The issue arose at April’s monthly meeting after Cllr. Siobhán Whelan sought an update on insulation grant schemes on behalf of residents in Congress Villas, Dungarvan. This prompted Cllr. Geoghegan to request a SEAI presentation in regard to warmer homes schemes, due to there being recent changes. “It was quite convoluted in first place anyway”, he noted, adding that he had received queries from people “who have been refused a grant because they had got one before.” Cllr. Cronin, in support, spoke of person who had qualified for grant aid but would have to wait 30 months to get it. “It was a shocking statement!” he said. “It seems only one company is dealing with all Cork and most of Waterford.” Cllr. Declan Doocey said it was “very difficult to qualify” and that the criteria and application forms were “pretty complicate.” That said, it was “an excellent scheme with great end product”, he observed. Mr. Grimes agreed the application process had become more and more complex and revealed the council hadn’t applied for SEAI funding for 2018 after being refused it in 2017. “We are looking at alternative ways of funding insulation”, he revealed. He would invite SEAI to the chamber anyway.

Cllr. Whelan’s inquiries extended to choice-led letting schemes, by which she asked how long does it take the council to decide who is offered a property after applications closed and whether unsuccessful candidates were informed, presumably of their failed attempt. The housing official said it “shouldn’t take that long to allocate” but that there were “other aspects around the process.” Once allocation is made, these would include anti-social behaviour checks carried out with An Garda. Mr. Grimes said unsuccessful tenants aren’t presently notified as there were so many applicants it wouldn’t be practical.The council was looking at improving such communications through the council website instead (Who’d ever have thought!). Mr. Grimes also advised that while 5,800 applications may show on the statistics, it needed to be considered people “can apply for any property regardless of area of choice and for 10 or 20 properties. E-MAILS AND ESTATE Meanwhile, Cllr.Whelan asked that the housing officer supply information by e-mail to councillors regarding houses after they had been allocated, as had previously been the case. “So we can tell people if houses are available still or not”, she explained.“Nobody is getting any information now”, she added. Her request was heeded. Finally, Cllr. Whelan asked whether a planning application for an undeveloped area of Railway Gardens, Lismore, would affect the council’s plans to taking the estate in charge. “I don’t think it should have any impact”, Mr. Grimes reassured.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

Portrait of an artist … By Donal Buckley

Ciara Gormley I HAD a conversation with a man from Cappoquin some years ago and he told me he had never been to the see the Ballysaggartmore Towers on the Lismore-Ballyduff road. He always wanted to go there and he had the means to get there but he never made that little bit of effort to achieve his modest goal. We tend to take places that are near to us for granted.We'll dismiss them with, "Ah sure, it'll be there tomorrow". I too, dear reader, am guilty of a similar omission. Less than a half mile from where I live is the home of one of our most accomplished artists, Ciara Gormley. When I finally contacted her about an interview, she graciously invited me to her home for a coffee and conversation on all things creative. Who is your favourite artist? Manchester born Mayo artist, Hughie O'Donoghue (b.1953) is someone I admire greatly. He researches the history of an area, a townland or even a field and portrays all its layers in his paintings. He simplifies the complexities by overlaying the various strata of that history. His work has been exhibited in private and public collections throughout Ireland, Britain, Germany and the USA. Do you have a favourite book? Even though I'm not a big fan of period novels, I thoroughly enjoyed and still enjoy "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel. Its set in Wiltshire during the early part of the 16th century. Its got all the intrigue of Henry V111's court with the rise of Oliver Cromwell and the demise of Thomas More. Its all told with humour and pathos and I didn't want it to end. The Observer (London, not Dungarvan) named it as one of the 10 best historical novels of all time. Are there any movies that you particularly like? I'm a big fan of the Coen brothers who produced such fantastic films as "Fargo" and "Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?". My favourite Coen's movie is "The Big Lebowski" which was made in 1998 and starred Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore. Another film I love is "The Hours" starring Julianne Moore again, with Nicole Kidman and Meryl Streep. As an artist, is there one particular colour that you favour over others? Any artist will tell you that the broad spectrum of colours available is a privilege we, too easily, take for granted. Every one of us have our "go to" colour and mine is blue, with a side order of Turquoise. Its bright, fresh and very calming.

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What kind of music do you like? If I'm painting, I prefer silence to the distraction of music. But if I'm pottering about or working in the kitchen, I like to listen to some jazz, r&b or some popular classical music. Who I have been listening to lately is Oscar Peterson, a Canadian jazz pianist and composer. Is there a place you have visited that you love going back to? At the northern edge of Spain's Costa Brava, about 80 miles from Barcelona, there is a small town called Tamariu. Its a small fishing cove that hasn't suffered the over development seen in other parts of the Mediterranean coast. It has little bars and cafés surrounded by pine covered cliffs that sweep down to the azure sea. There is an abundance of sun, sand and serenity. Ciara Gormley began her creative career in art direction. She was involved with some major movies during her career such as “The Count of Monte Cristo” (2002), “In America” (2002), “Space Truckers” (1996) and “When the Sky Falls” (2000).These films starred notable actors like, Dennis Hopper, Samantha Morton, Richard Harris, Joan Allen, Rachel Weisz, Pete Postlethwaite, Ian McKellan and Kathy Bates. After moving to County Waterford, Ciara re-directed her talents to the restaurant business as a partner in Barca tapas bar in Lismore. Ciara has always been an enthusiastic artist and is mostly self taught, though she has honed her skills over the years with courses in such distinguished establishments as the RHA, Crawford College of Art and Dun Laoighaire College of Art and Design. One of these courses was in Garden Design which she says gave her the expertise to plan and be spatially aware. Painting is her first love, artistically speaking, and she works in oils, pastels and charcoal. She has also done illustrations in oil and inks on stationery for Eunice Power and on Christmas Cards for the Simon Community. Ciara Gormley has had her work exhibited in Waterford, Dublin, Wicklow and Donegal. She also has work available at I AM OF IRELAND and Ardmore Pottery. Currently, Ciara is involved in a joint exhibition of artworks at the Market House Arts Centre in Dungarvan.The grand opening will coincide with The West Waterford Festival of Food on Saturday April 21st. Canapés will be provided by the ubiquitous Eunice Power. I am glad I finally interviewed Ciara. As an artist, she is second to none and she makes a damn fine cup of coffee. Thank you Ciara, its been awesome.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT † JOHN (Sean) COUGHLAN Mongally, Aglish Acknowledgement and Month’s Mind Mass The family of the late John (Sean) Coughlan, Mongally, Aglish, Co. Waterford, who passed away on 22nd March, 2018, wishes to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and kindness shown to us following our great loss. We would like to thank our many friends and neighbours and those who attended the funeral and burial service. Those who sent cards and messages of sympathy. A special word of thanks to the Doctors, Nurses and staff of Medical 7 at University Hospital Waterford for their care and attention shown to John during his last few weeks. A word of thanks also to Doctor Fergal Slevin and staff at Ardmore Health Centre. Thanks to Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., and Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.E., and all involved at the funeral and burial service. Thanks to Paddy O’Brien’s beautiful rendition of “Going Home”. Thanks to Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, and staff for the professional manner with which they handled all the arrangements and services. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this as an acknowledgement of our sincere thanks. Month's Mind Mass will be offered for John (Sean) in the Church of the Assumption, Aglish, on Friday, 27th April, 2018, at 7.15 p.m.

† ANNE MARIE DOWER Curradarra, Aglish Acknowledgement and 1st Anniversary On the 1st Anniversary of the passing of Anne Marie Dower; her father Jack; brothers Eddie, Walter and John; sister Elizabeth; sisters-in-law Sharon and Caroline; nephews Joe, Brian and Conor; nieces Lydia and Sarah; would like to acknowledge and express our warmest appreciation to our kind neighbours and friends and all who visited our home, attended the Rosary, removal, Requiem Mass and burial and all who provided support to us at this difficult time. Heartfelt thanks also to those who telephoned, sent Mass Cards and letters of sympathy; to those who travelled long distances to be with us. A special word of thanks to the Doctors and Nurses at Cork University Hospital. We express our appreciation to Canon Billy Meehan, P.P., for his meaningful and thoughtful celebration of Anne Marie’s Requiem Mass and also Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., who led the Rosary and prayers. A special thank you to Fiona Tobin for her beautiful music and singing; also to the Sacristan; altar servers and gravediggers for their services and also to Kiely Funeral Directors for their help and professionalism. We are forever grateful to Anne Marie’s friends from West Waterford Golf Club who provided an impressive Guard of Honour. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Anne Marie will be celebrated on Sunday, April 22nd, at 9.00 a.m. in St. Cronan’s Church, Clashmore.

† MARY THERESA NEYLIN Shandon Street, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Acknowledgement and First Anniversary On the First Anniversary of the death of Mary Theresa, her son Derek, daughters Elaine, Colette and Sinead and extended family, would like to thank everyone who attended the Rosary, Requiem Mass and burial; to those who sent Mass cards, messages of sympathy, floral tributes and those who travelled long distances to show their support at such a sad time, we are truly grateful. We would like to thank the staff of the Sacred Heart Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, for the wonderful care they bestowed on Mam while in their care. We also want to thank Fr. Pat McCarthy, O.S.A., for celebrating the Funeral Mass and burial. Lorna Jane Daly Murray for her beautiful music and singing at the Mass. Drohan’s Funeral Directors for their consideration, kindness and professionalism. A very special word of thanks to our friends and neighbours who helped us through this sad time. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Mary Theresa will be celebrated in Dungarvan Community Hospital on Sunday, 22nd April, at 10.00 a.m.

PLANNING PERMISSION WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Carriglea Cáirde Services intend to apply for permission for change of use from residential to residential institutional use, with refurbishment of and alterations to their existing Gate Lodge dwelling and construction of new extension to north side together with new staff parking area and access point from existing Carriglea entrance driveway and associated site works at the Gate Lodge, Carriglea Cáirde Services, Carriglea, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, which is within the curtilage of a protected structure. The Planning Application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

BRIDGE ABBEY BRIDGE CLUB (10/4/2018) – 1st Joan Mansfield & Doreen Keane; 2nd joint Phil Barry & Tom Power, Ann Stack & Declan O’Keeffe; 4th Theresa Ryan & Cora Quealy. HARBOUR BRIDGE CLUB (12/4/2018) – 1st Mai Mernin & Cait Christopher; 2nd Michael Gildea & Ann M. Fitzgerald; 3rd Joan Colbert & Nellie Moloney; 4th Viola Mielczarek & Anne O'Sullivan; 5th Margaret Clancy & Mary Navin. KILMACTHOMAS BRIDGE CLUB (11/4/2018) – 1st Beth Spollen & Anne Murphy; 2nd Bridget Aherne & David Kelly; 3rd Chrissie Shanahan & Mary Cummins; 4th Claire Cummins & Anne Marie Brown; 5th Anna Harney & Betty Murphy. CUNNIGAR BRIDGE CLUB (11/4/2018) – 1st Phil Barry & Margaret Hanafin; 2nd Walter Murphy, Ann Moran, Ella Whelan & Margaret O'Brien; 3rd Mary Murphy & Nuala de Paor; 4th Aida O'Neill & Mary Cusack. (President's Prize: 15/4/2018) – 1st Margaret O'Brien & Walter Power; 2nd Margaret Foley & Liz Donnelly; 3rd Ann Veale & Betty Prendergast; 4th Cáit Christopher, Nuala de Paor, Teresa Sullivan & Anne Holland. DUNGARVAN BRIDGE CLUB (President’s Prize) – 1st Helen Russell & Ann Heffernan; 2nd Maureen Power & Nuala O'Donovan; 3rd John Mansfield & Maeve Coughlan; 4th Delia Smith & Mary Casey; 5th Aida O'Neill & Justin Spratt; 6th Margaret Curran & Marianne Mulcahy; 7th Kay Barry & Ina Considine; 8th Helen McCarthy & Tom Prendergast. DEISE BRIDGE CLUB (15/3/2018) – Joint 1st Brid Killigrew & Justin Spratt, Sheila Veale & Helen McCarthy; 3rd Maureen Power & Sadie Ui Mhiachain; 4th Pierce Casey & Helen Russell. AFFANE BRIDGE CLUB (Combined Easter Egg & Charity competition: 12/3/2018) – Our President Mrs. Ben Flynn welcomed all club members present on the night wished all a pleasant game of Bridge there was a beautiful array of prizes on display. Before presenting prizes Mrs. Flynn thanked all members who helped get the room ready on the night she thanked the scorekeepers and hostesses and the hall staff. Results: 1st Claire Meaney & Andrew McGrath; 2nd Margaret Clancy & Mary Navin; 3rd Eileen O’Driscoll & Monica O’Sullivan; 4th Maureen Arrigan & Ben Flynn. Mrs. Claire Meaney on behalf of club members and on her own behalf thanked our President Mrs. Ben Flynn for a successful night of Bridge and party and the lovely array of prizes on the night.

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FESTIVAL OF FOOD West Wa te r fo rd Fest i va l of Fo o d 20 1 8 i s c e l e b ra t i n g o u r fa r m e rs , f ro m t h e l a n d a n d sea Céilúradh ár bhFeirmeoirí, ó mhuir agus ó thír

St. Mary’s CoI and Grow Family Weekend OUR fun weekend opens on Friday, 20th April, 2018, at 7.00 p.m. Feeding the Spirit talk with Dr. Mike Watts. Musical entertainment and open mic night with Richie followed by refreshments. Saturday, 21st April, we will serve afternoon teas from 12 noon to 5.00 p.m. Followed by a children’s decorating competi-

tion (theme is Healthy Snacks) with fantastic prizes judged by Eunice Power at 3.00 p.m. Sunday, 22nd April, we will serve afternoon teas from 12 noon to 5.00 p.m. Followed by a demonstration icing novelty birthday cakes at 2.00 p.m. by marie Ahern, The Vault Café, Lismore, and also a family pet competition – judged by

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience WEST Waterford Festival of Food is delighted to present Faulty Towers The Dining Experience for a sold-out show on Saturday, 21st April, at Lawlors Hotel, sponsored by Garveys SuperValu. First produced over 20 years ago in Australia, this globetrotting show has sold out in places like Edinburgh Fringe and Sydney Opera House. Chaos greets audiences as soon as they walk through the door. In this fully immersive experience, the audience become diners in the infamous ‘Faulty’ restaurant, served a 3-course meal by Basil, Sybil and Manuel. Expect lashings of laughter, huge bowls full of spontaneity and as much participation as individual audience members want. And with 70% of the show improvised, no two performances are ever the same. ‘Flawless, and I mean flawless’ The Advertiser, Adelaide Fringe 2017. ‘Crammed full of laughter!’ Everything Theatre, London Covent Garden 2017. ‘A smash hit… hilariously bonkers’ Edinburgh Evening News, Edinburgh Fringe 2016. Lucky festival patrons who have tickets for this sold-out evening are in for a treat of madness, mayhem and fun – just don’t mention the war! www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com

Saranne Walsh at 3.00 p.m. High Hopes Choir – Charity event for the Homeless in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland on Sunday, 22nd April, at 7.00 p.m. Tickets on sale in Kelly’s Pharmacy, Dungarvan.

Pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are Eunice Power with brothers Patrick and Dominic Power in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. [Patrick Browne]

Mucking Around – Pictured at the Pig Fair at the Waterford Festival of Food, Dungarvan, County Waterford, were Anna Flynn (aged 4) and Tom Lynch (aged 4). [Dylan Vaughan]

Supper Theatre at Dungarvan Mart A HIGHLIGHT of the West Waterford Festival of Food this year is Supper Theatre at Dungarvan Mart on Saturday, 21st April, at 7.00 p.m., with a performance of Charolais by Noni Stapleton with a beef stew supper by Eunice Power, sponsored by Dawn Meats. Noni brings her acclaimed one woman show Charolais to the festival, performing her surreal black comedy of love, longing and one woman's intense rivalry with a Charolais heifer in the unique setting of Dungarvan Mart. This surreal, black comedy of love, longing portrays one woman’s intense rivalry with a Charolais heifer. Set on a farm in rural Ireland, Siobhan is forced to share the affections of her farmer boyfriend with the other women in his life – a sneering motherin-law figure, and a sexy French cow. This is a muddy place of simmering desire, mixing the challenges of farming life and the joy of sex. Whilst the supper tickets are completely sold out, there are a limited number of theatre tickets only available for sale on 058 41741 or www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com . Dress warmly for this event, and please be advised that there are steep steps at the mart. PRAISE FOR CHAROLAIS “Not since Edward Albee’s The Goat or Woody Allen’s Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Sex (But Were Too Afraid to Ask), has there been a more complicated, interspecies love triangle.” – Irish Times "A fast paced, witty, and

intensely emotional tale filled with laughter, loss and despair.” – Irish Times “A Stapleton is a joy to watch…a charming piece of theatre…a truly enjoyable show.” – Public Reviews “All Gallic sexiness, luxuriating in a French accent, and conveying what an unsophisticated Irish girl might not otherwise be able to.” – Irish Examiner

“A sweet treat…steamy with activity in the cowshed… Charolais is all heart.” – Edinburgh 49 WINNER: LITTLE GEM AWARD Dublin Fringe Festival WINNER: BEST MONOLOGUE BOUQUET Edinburgh Festival WINNER: STEWART PARKER TRUST AWARD

Little Gem Award – Dublin Fringe 2014 Best Monologue Bouquet – Ed Fringe 2015 Stewart Parker Award 2015

Charolais Written and performed by NONI STAPLETON Directed by BAIRBRE NÍ CHAOIMH

“it’s all heart”

“really rather special”

“Gallic Sexiness”

“Witty and intense”

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BOUQUETS & BRICKBATS, ED FRINGE 2015

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IRISH TIMES

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NOW in its 11th year, the West Waterford Festival of Food runs from Friday 20th to Sunday, 22nd of April, and will see the town and its hinterland come together in a true community spirit to deliver an extraordinary array of events in an interesting, eventpacked schedule over a weekend of fascinating discussions and great food. This year the overarching theme is one of celebration – Celebrating Our Farmers, from the land and sea. Tickets are now on sale for West Waterford Festival of Food. For more information on the programme visit www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

There will be a variety of different dishes and food available at the West Waterford Festival of Food which takes place in Dungarvan and the surrounding areas from 19th to 22nd April, making the sunny South East that little bit brighter with fabulous food and wine, a host of engaging events, pop-up restaurants and much more, with fun for all the family! westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com

Beer Brunch with Beats INTERLUDE Sunday, 22nd April from 10.00 a.m. FOLLOWING the success of last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event, Dungarvan Brewing Company have teamed up again with Susan Denn and her staff at Interlude Cafe to bring you a brunch with a difference. Head brewer Cormac Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dwyer will be swapping the mash tun for the decks as he provides the music backdrop to the specially prepared Interlude brunch menu. A choice of beer cocktail will be provided on arrival so you can relax into your Sunday listening to the vinyl sounds â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and if you have a favourite record you would like to hear you are encouraged to bring it along with you as we enjoy our Saturday night on a Sunday morning! Tickets are available now from Dungarvan Tourist Office or online at www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com

Entertainment Guide Friday Night TAPAS TRAIL (Tickets required) Followed by 80s DISCO IN GARDEN (No tickets required for the Disco) Live music in the bar with DANNY DUNFORD Saturday

PIG ON A SPIT WITH DELICIOUS PULLED PORK BLAAS in the garden (No tickets required) Starting from 12 noon Live Music with LOUNGE ROOM LIZARDS Disco with DJ SMURF IN GARDEN

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Dungarvan Country Markets DUNGARVAN Country Markets will have a stall in Grattan Square on Sunday, 22nd April, as part of the Festival Market, with all the usual fresh fruit, vegetables, homemade cakes, buns and treats, arts and crafts. The Country Markets will also operate as normal this Friday, 20th April at the Causeway Tennis and Bowling Club, Abbeyside.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

Family Fun at the Castle Dungarvan Castle, Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd 11.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m. AS always, we are delighted to present a family fun atmosphere at Dungarvan Castle over the festival weekend, with the support of the OPW. This year we are once again joined by Eoin Sharkey of Maperath Farm who will bring his mobile farm for a showcase of animals, where children can enjoy getting up close to a selection of farm animals which Eoin will be bringing to the castle for the weekend. Gael na Glór will be hosting Picnic agus Spraoi, an event run through Irish where families can join in, bring their picnic lunch and enjoy a host of games led by the Glór na Gael team. Cluichí agus spraoi trí Ghaeilge don chlann!

Nutrition for Sport/ Beathú i gComhair Spóirt Causeway Tennis Club on Friday, 20th April, 6.00 p.m. ALL sportsmen and sportswomen interested in how their diet affects their performance should not miss Nutrition for Sport/Beathú i gcomhair Spóirt at the West Waterford Festival of Food, next Friday, 20th April, at 6.00 p.m. at the Causeway Tennis Club, Dungarvan sponsored by Glanbia. MC Kieran O’Connor is once again joined by some of the region’s most successful sports stars, competing at national and

For something hands on, children are welcome to visit the Countrylife planting zone at the castle. Under the guidance of Countrylife plant expert and horticulturalist Malachy Doherty, along with local GIY-ers, children will be able to dig in and bring home something they have planted up themselves and watch it grow and develop over the coming months. To complete the family fun at the castle we once again welcome back Mayfield Birds of Prey who will have a falconry exhibition outside the castle. Joining us for the first time in 2016, they proved a huge hit with young and old and we are delighted to have them return to us again this year.

Alongside this, the Irish Smallholders Association will have a demo marquee on Saturday where they will have a programme of talks on animal husbandry, beekeeping, preserving, pickling and more. On Sunday the Environmental Department of Waterford City and County Council will have a series of talks on recycling, upcycling and composting. All events at the castle are free of charge, so for a full family fun experience with lots of hands on entertainment and activities join us at Dungarvan Castle on Saturday and Sunday afternoon at West Waterford Festival of Food.

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international level, including athlete David McCarthy, Arthur Dunne, Leinster Rugby Academy & GAA performance nutritionist, Richard Kennedy, fitness instructor and Dan Shanahan, former All Star hurler and current Waterford senior team selector as they discuss the role diet and nutrition plays in their training regime. Tickets are only €5, and can be booked on www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com or at the door. Join us at West Waterford Festival of Food 2018 #wwfof18 #FromtheLandandSea #ÓMhuiragusóThír bígí linn!

“OUR little ducks and drakes have been training very hard for the Duck Race in Davitt’s Quay scheduled for 3.00 p.m. this Saturday, April 21st, at West Waterford FoodFest in aid of Helvick Lifeboat Station” said Duck Race organizer RoseAnn Foley. “But some of them have a mind of their own and they have taken to appearing in shop windows around the town” she says. “If you can find that little duck, take a photo and post it on FB. The first to do so each day will be given an RNLI key ring!” she continued. Over six hundred and sixty-three excited little ducks are training for the race. There are prizes for big and small

ducks. Each duck costs €3 or two for €5 and they can be bought at local businesses and from the RNLI stall near Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club (DHSC) at the festival”. Austin Flynn, Hon Community Safety Officer with Helvick Lifeboat will conduct a free lifejacket clinic between 1.00 p.m. – 3.00 p.m. at the RNLI stall by DHSC also. “Bring your jacket along for advice on the importance of choice, fit and maintenance. A lifejacket will buy you vital time in the water and could save your life, but only if you’re wearing it” said Austin. See us on Facebook: RNLI Dungarvan and Helvick Head Fundraising Branch. 086 609 4563; rnlihelvick@gmail.com

Gerry Cummins bravely rounding up some wayward ducks on the Blackrock in Dungarvan Bay with Helvick Head and the islands in the background, for the RNLI Duck Race at West Waterford FoodFest in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan. [Martin T. Landers] Arthur Dunne

David McCarthy

Inset: Ducks near Devonshire Bridge at the RNLI Duck Race during West Waterford Festival of Food in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan 2015 with the Helvick Lifeboat in attendance. [Miriam Foley MacLeod]

87A O’Connell Street, Dungarvan Tel: 086-1033018 Supporting the Waterford Festival of Food Open: 10.00 am to

Dates: Fri 20th, Sat 21st

5.00pm

And Sunday 22nd of April

Haven Art Studio will be holding an exhibition by local artists throughout the Festival of Food. Featuring paintings, driftwood craft, felting crafts, wood crafts and prints. Featuring also is a doll's house miniature food/cake making demonstration and a 1/12th scale miniature of an old Irish Kitchen , with dolls house furniture for sale. Miniature food making demonstration Sat 11-1 by Wini & Dave

Admission free to demonstration

Cake decorating craft demonstration by Beckyboosdesigns with cakes for sale Sat & Sun 2-4 Admission free to demonstration

The Miniature outdoor Fairy Garden will be open (weather permitting) (children must be accompanied by an adult to any of the

events) Please contact us if you require any further information

Art & Crafts Exhibition

Haven Art Studio & Gallery

CIORCAL NA gCAIRDE / FRIENDS CIRCLE Ní bhfaighfeadh ár bhféile leanúint ar aghaidh gan tacaíocht an phobail ghnó áitiúil agus ba mhaith linn ár mbuíochas a ghabháil leo siúd a ghlac ballraíocht inár gCiorcal na gCairde i gcomhair 2018. Our festival could not continue without the support of the local business community and we would like to thank those who have joined our Friend’s Circle for 2018. Seo a leanas roinnt dár gcairde / Some of our festival friends include: » An Seanachaí Pub & Kitchen » Anchor Bar » Ardmore Gallery & Tea Room

» Dalton Jewellers

» Merry’s Gastro Pub

» Dungarvan Brewing Company

» Nutrilicious Food Company

» Dungarvan Leader

» Ormonde Café

» Eunice Power Catering

» Park Hotel

» The Lady Belle

» Fortwilliam Estate

» Round Tower Hotel

» The Moorings Bar & Restaurant

» Gourmet House

» Shamrock Restaurant

» Harty’s Oysters

» Sólás na Mara

» Interlude Restaurant

» Tannery Restaurant & Cookery School

» WLRfm

» The Country Store

» Willow & Oak

» Barron’s Coffee House » Blasta Wholefoods » Café Bliss

» The Wine Buff

» Cass & Co

» TOTEM

» Cliff House Hotel » Lawlor’s Hotel » Crews Restaurant

COUNTY NEWS KILL PANTO TIME! This weekend is Panto weekend in Kill. Have you got your ticket? Some shows are almost sold out. The Gealach Gorm Theatre are proud to present a very modern version of the classic fairytale Red Riding Hood on Friday 20th, Saturday 21st, and Sunday 22nd April. When Granny who has decided to try her luck on an internet dating site goes missing, there is serious concern for her safety and the Waterford Greenway becomes the scene of a major investigation. Does Granny find the man of her dreams? How do the gardai handle this missing case? Who will win the battle of the Greenway? You’ll just have to come along and find out. This story has more twists than the road to Ballyvoholane. With Martha Cleary playing the part of Red Riding Hood, Jack Walshe as the Granny, Killian Power as the Wolf and John Hayes as the Woodcutter (Oh yes he is!!) and lots of local talent playing supporting roles, a great night’s entertainment is assured. Admission is €10 for adults and €5 for children. Tickets now on sale.To book, call or text 0868569358. OPEN DAY AND CAKE SALE St Anne's Ladies Football and Camogie Club are inviting all new budding players to come along and try out playing football and camogie in the Dunhill GAA pitch on this Saturday, 21st April from 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon. Players and parents/guardians will meet the underage coaches and senior players who will be helping with the training session on the day. This will be followed by tea, coffee and a Cake Sale in the Dunhill Sports Centre. So if you fancy a sweet treat for the weekend, come along and support your local club from 12.00 noon to 1.00 p.m. For more information please contact Marie on 086-8385928. PACK UP YOUR TROUBLES While you're at it, you can also pack all your clothes, shoes, handbags, belts, bedlinen, curtains and soft toys please in aid of Kill National School. Get sorting your drawers and spring clean those wardrobes and attics in preparation for their next collection on Wednesday, 23rd May. All bags should be delivered to the school that morning between 9.00 a.m. and 10.00 a.m. only or, if you cannot store them until then, please contact Grace at 086-3289212 and we will organise to collect them from you.

The school is paid by the weight and so far this school year, we have raised a whopping €1,738 so we are edging ever closer to beating our record last year of €2,100 when we saved tonnes of items from landfill and helped the Friends of Calcutta and Susie Long Foundation all at the same time. Unfortunately the company no longer accepts duvets, cushions nor mobile telephones. However if you have smartphones, please bring them to CEX in Barronstrand Street, Waterford and any cash they exchange with you could be donated to any charity of your choice. All monies collected by the Parents Association goes directly towards reducing the costs of the children's activities, e.g. swimming or gymnastics or else towards vital equipment needed by the school. Contact everyone you know now, and get them spring cleaning too. CHANGE OF VENUE St Mary’s Juvenile GAA for 5 to 8 yr olds (born 2010-2013) has resumed every Saturday from 10.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. The venue will rotate in blocks between all club pitches - starting in Kilmacthomas GAA Club for the first block. Turn up, try it out, get active and involved. Children should come prepared for Hurling and Football each week (Gumshield, Helmet, Hurley, Boots and Water). Membership Forms are available on the day, from any club coaches or Happy Days shop in Kill. Queries in relation to any older children should be directed to club secretary Mary 0872934579 or find us on Facebook, our Facebook page is open to everybody, you do not have to have your own Facebook account, please keep checking in case of postponements due to weather. HIGHLIGHT OF APRIL'S SOCIAL CALENDAR It will be a brilliant night in Kirwan's Bar this Friday, 20th April when the Bottle Brothers will play a benefit gig in aid of the Elaine-Sarah Comerford Fund at 9.00 p.m. Tickets at €10 include door prize raffle and all monies go towards this amazing young mother's battle. The Copper Coast Crackers will also be there to launch their Marathon campaigns in aid of Elaine-Sarah. A night not to be missed. COPPER COAST CRACKERS Evening training is being planned now, please contact Grace at 086-3289212 in order to organise times to suit you. All levels welcome.

The Copper Coast Geopark delegation having tea in Knockmahon School with the French ambassador to Ireland Stéphane Crouzat and Marc Daumas attaché for science and technology at French embassy. Pictured are Orlaith Hamersley, Breda Colfer, Stéphane Crouzat, Marc Daumas, Robbie Galvin, and John Galloway. [Billy Crowley]

BONMAHON BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY The numbers from the recent draw were 20, 13, 18 and 10. We had no Jackpot or match 3 winners. Our 2 Lucky Dip winners who receive €50 each were Michael Daly and Michael Garrigan. Congratulations to both of you! Our next Jackpot stands at a fantastic €10,350. WE WANT YOU! The Fabulous Fun Day is an exciting new community fundraising event taking place on Saturday, June 16th on The Copper Coast in association with The Art Hand. A great day of fun is promised with loads of amazing things to do and see.The main daytime activities will take place from 11.00 a.m. until 7.00 p.m. in the large car park in Bunmahon and on

Bunmahon Beach. After this the festivities continue at the nearby Copper Coast Geopark Visitors Centre. A family club house with great music and more fun! The event will raise much needed funds for local schools in the Copper Coast area.This will enable the schools to offer extra-curricular activities and improve some of their facilities, equipment and supplies. As well as giving our community a fabulous day out! We need people too help with lots of different areas such as gathering Sponsorship, organising Food and Market Stalls, Advertising etc. It would be great to spread the load across all schools involved. Or if any parents have any special areas that they could see would be of benefit to the day. Also our Facebook page is up and running so please like and share the more people who know about this the more funds will be raised

of our schools. It's a fantastic opportunity for our communities to get together and be one! If you would love to be part of this wonderful community event don't hesitate to contact Miranda Corcoran on 051-292919/0878393332 or on The Fabulous Fun Day Facebook Page. COPPER COAST GEOPARK Knockmahon NS in Bunmahon received a 5-Year Achievement Award from the Blue Star Programme run by the National Implementation Body, European Movement Ireland last week. Seven primary schools were up for the award this year. Representatives from the Copper Coast Geopark were proud to be invited to the ceremony where the French ambassador to Ireland Stéphane Cruz presented the award to the students. Congratulations to the pupils and the staff.

Ballyduff Comhaltas FLEADH CHEOIL NA nDÉISE The Waterford County Fleadh will be held in Ballyduff Upper from May 18th to 20th. The main events are as always the music, singing and dance competitions but the comhaltas branch in Ballyduff have a great feast of music and entertainment lined up for the weekend. Further details on all events will be available nearer to the fleadh weekend. Any enquiries should be made to Thomas Hyland at (086) 8208242. SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ Best wishes to everyone taking part in the county final of the Scór na bPaistí competitions

being held in Cappoquin next Sunday, April 22nd. There will be a quiz team and the mixed under 12 set from Ballyduff taking part as well as

two four hand céilí teams trained by Amie Morrissey. CAROLINE FOUNDATION A cheque for over €2,300 will

be presented to the Caroline Foundation on April 28th in The Ballyvera Bar, Ballysaggart. There will be music and dancing on the night.

Ballyduff Set Dancers who have qualified to compete in the County Final of Scór na bPáistí.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

West Waterford Walking Series COME and explore the beautiful walks of West Waterford! Waterford Sports Partnership is hosting four walks over the coming weeks in Glenshelane, Lismore, Ballysaggart and Tallow. The West Waterford Walking Series kicks off with the Glenshelane Woods Walk on Monday, 23rd April at 10.00 a.m. Meeting at the Woods Walk Car Park

The distance of walks will range from 2km to 4.5km. But please, come and walk your own distance at your own pace! The series aims to highlight to participants the wonderful walking routes around West Waterford while getting active and socialising. Please be aware that the routes are gravelly and pushing buggies or wheelchairs may be very difficult. All ages are welcome. Let’s get active this year! Please spread the word and help us highlight all that West Waterford has to offer. Pre booking is essential - Cost: €2 per person per walk For more information or to book in, please contact Eadaoin Loughman, Waterford Sports Partnership on 0761 10 2199 or email eloughman@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

Come and try Orienteering! DUNGARVAN | SATURDAY 21st APRIL at 3.00 p.m. WATERFORD Sports Partnership and Waterford Orienteers are hosting a 'Come & Try' Orienteering event in Dungarvan on Saturday 21st of April at 3.00 p.m. Orienteering is a sport that requires you to find your way from one point to another using only a map and your brains. Each course consists of a series of checkpoints that are marked out. Participants will be given a map with the locations of the checkpoints circled and must find these in the correct sequence. The aim is to complete the course as quickly as possible. This is an event suitable for all the family and there will be two different courses on offer on the day to suit total beginners and more advanced orienteers. This is a FREE event! - Just be at the meeting point - the Car Park Beside Abbeyside Church at 3.00 p.m. on the day and join in the fun! For more information please contact Eadaoin Loughman, Waterford Sports Partnership on 0761 10 2199 or email eloughman@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

GROUP FOR THE STUDY OF IRISH HISTORIC SETTLEMENT IN ASSOCIATION WITH WATERFORD COUNTY MUSEUM SOCIETY The Annual Conference will take place in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford in Lawlor’s Hotel on the 11th to the 13th May. For more details see www.irishsettlement.ie MUSEUM MEMBERS’ ANNUAL TRIP TO THE NORTH MIDLANDS The museum members’ annual trip this year will take place on Sunday, 29th April to Wednesday, 2nd May. There are only a few spaces left on the trip so if you are interested in booking one of these spaces please contact the museum at 058-45960. ANNUAL MUSEUM FUNDRAISING BOOK SALE We are now accepting book donations in the museum for our annual fundraising Book Sale. Please note that we will not be accepting any books that have aged and are brown, we will not be accepting any books that date from the 1800s or earlier unless

they are of historical significance and we will not be accepting any magazines unless they are of historical significance. RECENT PUBLICATIONS The Museum supplied photographs to two recently launched publications. ‘A History of the Dungarvan GAA Club from 1885-2017’ by Tony Ryan, and ‘Dunmore East A Living History’ by Maria Walsh. Both books come highly recommended and are available in local outlets. YOUR CHANCE TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM Museum membership is available for an annual fee of €15 if you would like to support the work of the Museum. The Museum relies heavily on membership fees, donations and fundraising activities, so we would be delighted if you would join us as a member. As a member you will benefit from knowing that you are supporting the important work of the Museum in County Waterford, plus being informed of various talks, new exhibitions and activities taking place throughout the year. There

is also a member’s annual trip and Christmas meal. Please do consider joining us as a member. You can see the very varied and interesting work of the Museum on our website www.waterfordmuseum.ie including volunteers taking part in local archaeological digs. Call in to see us in Friary Street, or ring us on 058-45960 for more information. DONATION OF OBJECTS AND OLD PHOTOGRAPHS The Museum relies on donations of objects from members of the public. We do not have funds to purchase objects, so we would be very grateful for any objects of local historic interest which you may have in your possession which you would be willing to kindly donate to us. Also if you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. with a County Waterford connection we are very happy to accept them. We can scan them to add to our extensive photographic archive and give you back the originals. By donating items to us you will be playing your part in helping to preserve local history for future genera-

tions. You can drop items into us in Friary Street, or call us on 058-45960 to discuss any items you are thinking of donating. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 058-45960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

OBJECT OF THE WEEK

MEMO TO THE DUNGARVAN WATERWORKS COMMITTEE FROM MICHAEL BEARY (BOROUGH SURVEYOR) 1893 Michael Beary (1841-1917) lived in Sexton Street, Abbeyside. He was appointed Borough Surveyor in 1882 a post he held until his retirement in 1908. Edmund Keohan states that he designed two schemes of Artizan Dwellings in Dungarvan. This billhead notes that he was 'Engineer for Labourer's Cottages'. He was interested in local history and was a member of the RSAI. He was also an amateur artist and painted a number of illuminated addresses including that to Captain Veale on display in the museum. To hear more about Beary and public housing in Dungarvan William Fraher will be giving a talk on the subject at the Group for the Study of Irish Historic Settlement's conference at Lawlor's Hotel on Sunday the 13th of May. For more details see www.irishsettlement.ie

‘A PLACE FOR EVERYTHING AND EVERYTHING IN ITS PLACE’ THE GARDENS OF THE BIG HOUSE: THEIR HISTORY AND PLACE IN ART On Sunday, 6th May from 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. there will be talks given by numerous speakers at Dromana House and Gardens in Cappoquin, Co. Waterford on the history and place in art of the Gardens of the Big House. Enquiries and booking: Email: info@dromanahouse.com Tel: 086 8186305 Website: www.dromanahouse.com €70 per person or €125 for 2 persons: includes morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea.

FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 18th APRIL, 2018 Surname O’Brien Lucas Callaghan Aylward Sullivan Sinclair

First Name James Daniel William Edward Martin Gerald John

Age 36 36 43 21

Service No. Rank 11755 Pr. 5948 Pr. 1167 Pr. R/256524+Sapper Fireman/Trimmer Capt.

Service Army Army Army Army Merc.Marine Army

Unit I.Guards.1Bn R.I.Reg.2Bn I.Guards.2Bn R.Eng.363.R.Co. s.s.Lodaner Black Watch

Where Born Waterford Ferrybank Newtown Waterford Waterford Waterford

Death Category Wounds Killed in action Killed in action Killed in action At Sea Killed in action

Date of Death 4/12/18 4/12/18 4/12/18 4/13/18 4/14/18 4/18/18

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?

COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan.Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. Helpline: 1800 804 848. You are not alone! Please note change in time.

Samaritans launch new email address SAMARITANS Ireland has launched a new dedicated email address to reach even more people in need of emotional support across Ireland.Young people in particular are expected to reach out to volunteers through jo@samaritans.ie, which is the latest initiative from the charity to support all those suffering alone. The new email was launched as Samaritans Ireland revealed volunteers answered more than 625,000 calls for help in 2017 in the Republic of Ireland, as well as sending almost 25,000 text replies.Volunteers also give support by written correspondence and face to face in branches, com-munities and festivals nationwide. In Northern Ireland almost 180,000 calls and 45,000 texts were answered in 2017.

Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society AGM and talk on Waterford’s ‘Irish Museum of Time’ THE Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting on Friday 20th April at 8:00 pm in the St Patrick’s Gateway Centre, Waterford. The Society’s officers will report on activities carried out in the past year, an Officer Board will be elected for the coming year and the plans for our Summer programme of events will be outlined. All members are encouraged to attend. The AGM will be followed by a talk by Eamonn McEneaney, Director, Waterford Treasures on the plans which are being advanced for the establishment of the Irish Museum of Time in Waterford.

Waterford ICA Federation THE Waterford ICA Federation AGM is on Saturday, 21st April at 2.30 p.m. in Crotty’s Lemybrien. Unfortunately this was postponed previously so hopefully you will be able to attend as this will be an important meeting following on from the EGM which some of you may or may not have attended in Dublin last Saturday. There will be our usual raffle including your chance of winning a voucher for An Grianan. Hopefully you will be able to attend, catch up with friends and enjoy the brilliant afternoon tea everyone looks forward too!

High Hopes Choir Charity Fundraiser HIGH Hopes Choir will hold a Charity Event for the Homeless in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland on Sunday, 22nd April at 7.00 p.m. Tickets €10 on sale in Kelly’s Pharmacy, Dungarvan.

Launch of Waterford Together for Yes UNA Dunphy of PBP Waterford urges those in favour of Repealing the 8th amendment to attend the launch of Waterford Together For Yes this Wednesday evening in the Granville Hotel. “I also encourage those who may be undecided on how to vote, to come along to this event which has excellent speakers on the issues involved in the 8th amendment which go far beyond just abortion.”

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STRADBALLY LATE PIERCE CASEY It was with sadness the community learned of the death of Pierce Casey, Ballyvoile, Stradbally, Co. Waterford. Pierce lay in repose at his family home on Friday, 13th April, 2018 from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. where large numbers came to pay their respects to a gentleman who was held in very high regard within his community. The funeral Mass and celebration of Pierce’s life was held at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 12 noon on Saturday, 14th April. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. celebrated the mass assisted by Fr. Michael Enright and Fr. Finbar Lucey.The beautiful hymns during the ceremony were sung by Mala Raggett. The eulogy with a poem entitled ‘God’s Garden’ paid a heartfelt and fitting tribute to her dad by daughter Emma. Following the final prayers and the singing of the beautiful psalm ‘Be Not Afraid’ Pierce was carried to his final resting place in the adjoining cemetery. Deepest sympathy is extended

to wife Patricia; daughters Emma and Kate; grandchildren Stephen, Megan and Kellie; brother Eugene; sisters Eileen and Angela; son-in-law Robbie; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, the deceased members of the Casey and O’Mahoney families, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. PARISH DRAW RESULTS €150: Michael Queally, Bonmahon. €25 each: Rory and Jack O’Shea, c/o Monica; Mary Walsh, Currabaha; Kizzy O’Byrne, c/o of Choir; Shane Aherne, Brenan; Ruth Kirwan, Fews. Promoter’s draw: Mgt. Murray. MONTH’S MIND MASS The Month’s Mind Mass for Austin Casey, New Line, Bonmahon will take place at Sacred Heart Church, Faha on Friday, 27th April, 2018 at 6 p.m. Missing from the list of chief mourners at Austin Casey’s funeral write-up in this paper were son-in-law Michael O’Donnell; grandchildren Pat, Liam and Michelle; sisters-in-law

Molly Casey and Marion O’Connell; brothers-in-law Willie O’Brien, Michael, Jim, Pat and Denis Lannon. STRADBALLY WHIST We are now running the Whist each Wednesday evening with an 8.00 p.m. start with a tea/biscuits break. As you know we are struggling to keep the Club going with numbers having naturally declined over the years. It was so nice to see so many turn up on Wednesday and hopefully this will only be the start! The

Barron Hall is nice and warm, with plenty of parking outside. The hall has undergone a major transformation and is now bright and airy. If you haven't played Whist do not worry, we have a team of eager helpers here and they will soon have you in the swing of things and besides we don't take ourselves too seriously. Laughter and banter happen all night. Looking forward to seeing you. Call 089-4747667.

Cirilo Amorós From left to right Joan Corry, Eileen Rabbett, Anthony Phelan and Maureen Browne at a recent gathering of “Tay and Mahon Valley ARA". [photo courtesy of Tom Hickey]

Active Retirement Cirilo Amorós at Ballyvooney, 1926 (courtesy of Waterford County Museum). THE Cirilo Amorós was a Spanish cargo ship which ran aground at Ballyvooney during a storm on the night of 14th/15th February 1926. It was long thought in Stradbally that the ship's name meant 'the loving girl', but it turns out we were wrong. Cirilo Amorós (1830-1887) was a Spanish politician who became Civil Governor of Valencia in 1865. Calle de Cirilo Amoros, a street in the centre of Valencia, is named after him. We are grateful to Ciara Finnerty, final-year Spanish student at Trinity College Dublin, for shedding light on this.

ANTHONY Phelan is a Registered Physical Therapist and spoke to our group on the effects that different food types have on our health and which may cause pain. Interesting was the effects of the four Cs, Coffee, Chocolate, Cheese and Citrus Fruit. I am partial to coffee and Chocolate, will I have to change my ways? Anthony attended collage in UK and USA and finished his training in hospitals in New York City and Chicago, and after twenty years practice opened his own business “Advance Physio Practice” on the Dunmore Road Waterford. A native of Ballyshunnock and Phelan’s Butchers in Georges street Waterford (with Stradbally connections). We are delighted Anthony will speak to us again in the Autumn. [photo courtesy of Tom Hickey] Our next gathering of “Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement” Monday, 23rd April, Barron Hall 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m., all welcome, we will have details on our trip to Collin’s Barracks,(early May). Any queries to Tom 087-9386209 or Brianjcorry@yahoo.ie

Greenway experts visit Deise Greenway TOM O'Mahony, Durrow welcomed four English & Welsh Greenway experts to his premises on Thursday, 12th April during their cycle from Waterford to Dungarvan. Having been to the forefront in planning and constructing the British Greenway Network for almost forty years they were fulsome in their appreciation of what has been achieved in the Déise and of the standard and popularity of the Waterford Greenway. Thirty years ago John Grimshaw (centre of photograph) made a comprehensive study of and report on the Rathkeale-Tralee old railway route; 40km of which is now the Great Southern Greenway. He and his colleagues also visited the Great Southern and several other Irish Greenways during their weeklong "Grand Tour".

From left to right Tom O'Mahony; David Judd, Swansea; John Grimshaw, Bristol; his brother Chris Grimshaw; David Hall, Leeds.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS N25 CLEAN UP Thanks again to all those who continue to pick litter off the N25 this week. What kind of people have we that continue to dump their cans & cups etc out the windows of their cars, vans & trucks. ACTION STATIONS With the weather we’ve been having, some of us are still in hibernation from this continuous Winter but Tidy Towns activists are busy as bees with projects and work stations all needing to be completed by early June. So, if you’ve a half an hour or an hour to spare do please lend a hand

either out helping them or touching up or tidying something on your own road or street. Every little helps and remember it’s for the community – our community. PAINTING? Thinking of doing a bit of painting this Summer, either on the house or wall or railing? A lick of paint works wonders, but please if you’re thinking of doing it try to have it done by early or mid June so it’s ready for adjudication. 45 AT KEEVERS Peggy Keevers & Marie Stilwell were outright winners

last week with, John Cronin & James Flavin and Anne Hally & Mary Lincoln and Ann & Michael Keane all tied for 2nd place. Catherine Scanlon & Michael Cronin were best of the last 5 and Des Fitzgerald & Gerry O’Brien picking up the last game. POKER AT THE ROUND TOWER HOTEL James Bryan romped to victory last week, with Jerome Curran & Fr Finbarr Lucey trailing in his wake. Ger Cronin won the ‘also rans’ table to maintain his lead at the top of the table but by just 3 points from Jerome &

James, with Billy Hary, Catherine Mansfield, Redmond Foley, Mary Ann Troy & Fr Lucey all within touching distance. Some of our ladies are of on tour this week & we wish them bon voyage. BIG WEEK ON THE FARM Many locals were spotted in the audience on RTE’s wonderful programme ‘Big Week on the Far’. Congratulations to all concerned on a brilliant show and fabulous portrayal of Kilgobinet, Dungarvan and Co. Waterford. What brilliant ambassadors they all were.

Ardmore Easter Commemoration at the Hurton Grave 2018.

2018 Easter Commemoration Ardmore

Members on the night, and guests.

Ardmore / Grange ICA PRESENTATION TO THE LOURDES INVALID FUNDS On Wednesday, 21st February, we held our “Bring and Buy” Sale. On Tuesday, 10th April, the proceeds of the Sale were presented to members of the Lourdes Invalid Funds. A cheque for the Ardmore/Grange Fund was presented to Father Milo Guiry, and the cheque for the Clashmore Fund was presented to Ann Seward. CRAFT MORNING We would like to remind everyone that on Tuesday mornings, between 10.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m., the ICA Hall is open to everyone in the community for working on crafts such as quilting, knitting, embroidery, tapestry, lace-making, crotchet, watercolour painting, drawing, etc., etc.There are ICA Members available to assist with these crafts. You can help yourself at

any time during the morning to tea, coffee and biscuits and enjoy

the chat. So far, we have had very successful and enjoyable morn-

ings. Come once or as many times as you like!

President Pat Trihy, Secretary Gloria Peacock presenting cheque to Father Milo Guiry, and Eileen O’Callaghan presenting a cheque to Ann Seward.

LAST Easter Sunday the local committee held their parade to commemorate the Irish Volunteers who died at Easter 1916 and all those who died in the fight for National freedom throughout the centuries. Starting at the Church end of the village the Parade, marshalled by Padraig O’Foghlu, marched to the Round Tower Graveyard. They were headed by the Cork Hill, Youghal, Pipe Band followed by the Colour Party which included Cllr. Tom Cronin, Declan Seward, Michael Lynch, Jerry O’Brien, Dylan Troy, Billy Revins, Jerry Revins, Tom Troy and Charlie Troy. The Ardmore GAA carried their club banner and members of the public fell in and all assembled at the grave of local Volunteer Declan Hurton of Curragh. Declan was tragically killed on December the 9th, 1921 more than five months after the Truce with the British had been declared. His internment in Ballykinlar Camp, Co. Down had ended but the train, in which he was making his homeward journey, was halted at Thurles station, and a party of Black and Tans were on the opposite platform. In the ensuing exchanges, between the ex-prisoners and the infamous supplementary RIC, a bomb was thrown into the railway carriage in which Declan was travelling which fatally wounded him. Declan was in the prime of life and he would certainly have been ready for a new chapter, but instead his life was brought to the most cruel of endings. At the graveside the ceremonies were conducted by Tommy Mooney and wreaths were laid: by Padraig O’Foglu on behalf of the Old Waterford Brigade IRA, Jimmy Mahoney presented one for the local Committee, Ms. Ella McGrath (Grandniece of Declan Hurton) presented one on behalf of the Hurton family, Dick Power for the local Cumann Fianna Fail and the final wreath was laid by Noel Conway, Chairman of St. Declan’s GAA Club. A minute of silence was then observed. A decade of the Rosary was led by Liam Lynch of Curragh for the peaceful repose of the souls of all who fell in the long struggle for Independence. Liam then read the Proclamation. The principal guest speaker was Niall O’Donovan of Ballyporeen, Co. Tipperary. Pat Ormond of Dungarvan was then called upon to sound The Last Post and the proceedings came to a close with the Pipe Band’s rendition of Amhrain na bhFiann. Refreshments were provided later, in Halla Deaglan, by local ladies Ella McGrath, Mary, Nollaig and Marie Foley and Ruth Lynch with help from friends of the committee, while the Power family of Lisarow entertained with Irish tunes and ballads. Long serving Chairman of the Ardmore Commemoration Committee, Padraig O’Foghlu, having been in the position for some 60 years, announced his retirement from office but we are heartened to know that he will still be available to help and advise as required in future. John Prendergast of Curragh was elected as the new Chairman. PA for the ceremony was provided by Tom Curran of Ring.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

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BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY By Donal Buckley

Everything is Just Fine

OUR esteemed Government have another plan. There have been debates in the Oireachtais about it. The Civil Service have been put on alert to facilitate this audacious scheme. This plan is to improve the wit and wisdom of the Irish people. The proposal is, to abolish library fines. It’s been suggested that the 5 cents per day fines are 'putting people off' joining the local library. Can you imagine if you forgot to return your book, CD, DVD or audiobook for a whole week? There would have to be applications made to the Credit Union to arrange finance for the 35 cents you owed. And who would you get as guarantors? Not to forget the shame. Generations of your family would be ostracised from their community until the social stigma had been erased by charitable works and good deeds. First of all, the wit and wisdom of the Irish people is grand, thanks very much. Haven't we been bullshitting our way around the world for centuries. We even persuaded the worlds biggest empire to leave us alone (Sorry, Sir Bob, but its true). Having the craic is in our DNA and could be described as the national mission statement. If all the Irish pubs in the world were transplanted back here, they wouldn't fit on six Irelands. The biggest talk show stars in America and Britain are either Irish or of Irish parentage; Conan O’Brien, Jimmy Fallon, Graham Norton, Dara O'Brian and Brendan O'Carroll. We still have the highest number of literary prize winners per head of population on the planet. So, as far as the wit and wisdom thing is concerned, we're grand. Another thing, nobody likes paying fines, especially not to "The Man". Nobody likes paying parking fines (three times in the last twelve bloody months, but I'm not bitter), but I suppose someone has to pay for the over expenditure on the Square and now, the bus stop. But I digress. Library fines are hardly extortionate. At worst, they are a gentle reminder of personal responsibility. Most people who are interested in reading a book will have it read in the allowed time anyway. If not, its very easy to renew the item, and get another three weeks to finish. I have always found library staff to be very accommodating and discretionary. If the powers that be don't wish to utilise the fine money for the upkeep of the library service, then maybe they could transfer it to other necessary services like Health or Education. All public libraries now have a scanner system that allows you to borrow and return items without interrupting the busy staff. The most recently installed scanners have the capacity to take coins for any fines you may have accrued. If the fines are abolished, won't these machines be obsolete and cost even more money when they have to be replaced. The library is an amazing resource for any area. Not only does it provide all the physical aspects; cd's, dvd's, books, etc., but you can also download e-books to your pc or kindle.You need never enter the library building but go online to read magazines and newspapers, research archives, do some online learning or even research family history (though, be prepared for the bad, as well as good). At a time in human existence when the leader of the free world is proud of the fact he doesn't read, while other leaders are more intent on ridiculing and poisoning any opposition, the need for reading books has become more essential than ever. Fake news and outshouting your opponent have diluted the purpose of debate. If you want to know the truth, read a book. If you can't afford to buy a book, go to the library. It’s free, as long as you don't abuse it. Ballinameela Creatives not only read books but make them and sometimes write them. Award winning English author, Neil Gaiman once said,"Google can bring you back 100,000 answers, a librarian can bring you back the right one."

COMMUNITY CENTRE CLEAN-UP A big thank you to everyone who gave up their time last Friday night cleaning in and around the Community Centre. AGLISH FUN RUN/WALK 2018 The weather Gods really shone on the Aglish Fun Run on Easter Monday. Over 220 adults, kids and dogs took part in this year’s event. Once again thanks to everyone that contributed to the 6th Aglish Fun Run. To all our sponsors, without whom it wouldn't be possible to have the Fun Run.To all our helpers, stewards and the ladies that baked thanks, to James on Camera, Jamie on traffic and parking duties. Civil Defence for medical cover. Final total for Crumlin €2,060. Sponsors: Main Sponsor Lidl. Other Sponsors: Flahavan’s, Topaz Kevin Forde, Avonmore, lloyds Pharmacy, Hallahan’s Pharmacy, Murray’s Pharmacy, Shaws, Garvey’s, Venture, Dunnes, Elvery’s, Cotter’s Bar. Tom & Moya Power, Breda Hickey, Joan O’Reilly, Mary O’Mahoney, Dorothy Ahern, Ronan

O’Donnell, Caoimhe O’Donnell. 7th Aglish Fun Run / Walk takes place on Easter Monday 22nd April 2019. FINISK VALLEY AC Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Monday & Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Full programme of events can be obtained at our training session. LADIES INDOOR SOCCER Ladies indoor soccer on every Tuesday night at 7.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. Contact Noirin Kelly on (086) 836 2695 if interested. BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP The Ballinameela Toddler Group meet every Thursday from 9.30 a.m to 11.30 a.m. in the Halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087 9718945

BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Contact Mairead on 0877681975 if interested. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 0873538347. It works in two ways. Firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook - www.facebook.com/parish.communityalert.ie BOOKING THE HALL If you would like to start your own indoor soccer game for the Winter or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 0878289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be

rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, contact Alison Curran also. Niamh Reynolds is responsible for the month of April for opening and closing the Community Centre and can be contacted on 087-6792321. LOTTO RESULTS 16/4/’18 – Numbers drawn were 2, 11 and 26. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Mike Killigrew c/o Welcome Inn; Jim Hallahan, Ballingown; Five Large Bottles c/o Maureens; Catherine Buckley, Cappagh; Mike Killigrew c/o Welcome Inn. Next week’s Jackpot is €1,100 and the draw will take place in Deise Brú. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like included in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 087-9194287. You can also Follow and like us on our Facebook Page Ballinameela Community Centre

NOTAI NA GAELTACHTA AN GHAELTACHT CLG - TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. SPRAOI – GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10r.n. go 12i.n. Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil. Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087 7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I nDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán. Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30r.n. go 12i.n. Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí. Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i dteagmháil le Cabríní 0834455914 nó cuir r-phost ag cabrini@glornangael.ie. An Irish language playgroup will meet in Dungarvan Library from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon on Tuesday. Further information: contact Cabríní on 083-4455914 or email cabrini@glornangael.ie

SCÉIM TÚS An bhfaigheann tú an Liúntas Cuardaitheora Poist? An bhfuil tú dífhostaithe agus ag iarraidh obair a dhéanamh ar tograí pobail? Bíonn deiseanna ar fáil faoin scéim TÚS do dhaoine dífhostaithe sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal. Más rud é go bhfuil tú faoi 25 bliain d’aois, tá buntáiste mór ar fáil. Déan teagmháil le cigire TÚS Cian O hAileasa ag 087 3770256 nó Bainisteoir Comhlacht Forbartha na nDéise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin ag 058 46664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com Are you on job seekers allowance? Are you Unemployed and interested in working in Local Community Projects? Tús provides work opportunities for all unemployed people in the An Rinn/An Sean Phobal area. If you are less than 25 years of age there will be a major financial incentive for participating. Contact the Tús supervisor Cian O hAileasa at 087 3770256 or the manager of Comhlacht Forbartha na nDeise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin 058 46664. CAIRDE NA GAELTACHTA Buaileann Cairde na Gaeltachta, Cumann Gníomhaíochta Lucht Scoir i nGaeltacht na nDéise, le chéile an céad Máirt den mhí ag 3i.n. in Ionad Pobail na Rinne.Tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ar fáil i gcomhair coinne in Ionad Pobail na Rinne, Dé Máirt agus Déardaoin ach é a chur in áirithe roimh ré. Déan teagmháil le Strandside Medical i

gcomhair tuilleadh eolais, 058 41227. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available on appointment in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday. Contact Strandside Medical for further information, 058 41227. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 0851422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. SCÉIM FOLÁIREAMH DO SHEANÓIRÍ Más maith leat cnaipe práinne agus siogairlín a fháil faoin Scéim Foláireamh do Sheanóirí, tar i dteagmháil linn – 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. If you think you could benefit from a panic button and pendant under the Seniors Alert Scheme, contact us on 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 058-46664.

Dungarvan Tidy Towns DUNGARVAN Tidy Towns are delighted to be involved with the 20th anniversary of An Taisce National Spring Clean. We have had a great response for our litter pick up and hope you will join us on this event. Bring the family, get involved and come out to Walton Park on Saturday 21st from 11am to 1pm. We will be making our way along the Greenway for some great fun and banter. Children accompanied by adults, we can all do our bit to keep Dungarvan and Abbeyside Clean and green. Entente Florale would like to hear from you, if you notice improvements that can be made in your area please email us on dungarvantidytown@gmail.com Date for your calendar: Wednesday, 25th April – A litter pick up will take place at 7.30-

8.30pm, meeting at the Band stand, Gibbons Park, Dungarvan. TIP OF THE WEEK Tip Week 16th - 21st April Heading to the 11th annual West Waterford Festival of Food this weekend? Besides all the great things to do, see, eat and drink we have a Top Tip to make this year's festival than all the rest ….. BRING YOUR OWN! This weekend will create a lot of single-use, disposable plastic waste which cannot be recycled. Do your bit for your community and bring a travel mug or reusable water bottle on your adventures this weekend. Why not bring your own fork, or chopsticks? We love that street food taste without the street food waste!

Is your recycling bin always full? Are your bin charges going up? Well this Saturday we're delighted to be taking part in the nationwide #SICKOFPLASTIC campaign. To get involved all you have to do is leave your plastic packaging at the till in your Supermarket, that's it! All supermarkets will be informed of the campaign and many already provide bins at the checkouts for this purpose but for one day only we're asking everyone to LEAVE IT AT THE TILL and show the supermarkets we don’t need their excess packaging; especially if it's biodegradable or recyclable. Happy Munching, and keep an eye out for us at the Food Festival this weekend, we'd love to hear from anyone with feedback, ideas or requests.

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LISMORE Lismore Tidy Towns TO prepare for the replanting and reduction of the palm tree bed at the New Way, grass seed was planted during last week by some members of the work team. Plants in nurseries are a few weeks behind because of the weather so planting here will be later than originally planned. Our CES team did work at the tennis courts and the Grotto West Street and maintenance of street furniture in many parts of the town. From Monday, 10th April work will be done on Monday evenings from 6.30 p.m. and Wednesday mornings from 9.30 for those people who are available at those times. There will be the odd extra evening on and off. The Annual General Meeting of Lismore Tidy Towns will be held on Thursday, 26th April in the St. Vincent de Paul rooms Chapel Place at 8.00 p.m. If there is anyone reading this article who would like to get involved this meeting provides an ideal opportunity to see what Lismore Tidy Towns does in Lismore. It is an open meeting, all are welcome,

members and non members. Do you know that over 200 million disposable cups are used and disposed off in Ireland each year. Be part of the solution and if you own a reusable drink cup please use it for takeaway drinks in your local cafe/ tearooms/ supermarket. In Lismore four local businesses have signed up to the Conscious Cup Campaign - Lizzie Brien's, Robert Boyle Tea Rooms at the Heritage Centre, Summerhouse and The Vault Cafe. All are offering money off for customers presenting reusable cups. So please support local business and help reduce the amount of plastic in the environment. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Ditch the plastic? Replace with alternatives-there are many long life plastics you can replace as they wear out such as : • replace your plastic loo seat with a wooden one • cork is a great natural alternative to vinyl plastic floor tiles. Due to its thermal and antibacterial properties it works well in bathrooms

Parish of Lismore & Ballysaggart GOOD Catholic Parishes inspire vocations to the priesthood and to the religious life. Faith seen as important to the lives of the adult community members may respond to the vocation to priesthood. If we were to honestly assess our Parish we would not be too sure as to how healthy our Parish really is. I don’t know when the last Ordination took place in the Parish. The foundation vocation is Baptism. Living our Baptismal calling with enthusiasm and not as a burden is a true possibility. Sadly, many experience the call to Catholic Faith as a burden, not a liberation. Gathering for Eucharist on Sunday is relegated to the optional when other possibilities are about. Many years ago I read somewhere that if our Faith in God is not the great absolute in our lives then we are keeping company with a false god. God is Lord of every moment of our lives or is not God at all. Families of the children for Confirmation will be formally involved in our weekend Masses. I appreciate the Leadership Team who came from the parent

group. They can only do so much. Shallow participation in the Sunday Eucharist does no one any good. The place parishioners take up in the Church says so much. The quality of the response to the dialogue prayers between celebrant and congregation is so much better on the week days! I wonder! Like the apostolic Church the sharing of people’s gift at the presentation of the gifts disclose another aspect of understanding of what we are about. Children and parents celebrated a Liturgy of Light and Commitment and undertook certain commitments. How well are they being honoured. Promotion of vocations to the Priesthood is the personal responsibility of every member as we remember this weekend Good Shepherd weekend. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 21st April - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 22nd April - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

Blackwater Ladies Club PAULA Dee Hogan gave us some useful tips on applying make-up properly last month. Our next meeting is Thursday night, 26th April at 8.30 p.m. in KGK hall, Knockanore. Our topic will be Health and Wellbeing given by Public Health Nurse, Catherine Rotte. This is always an interesting topic and should appeal to all. Looking forward to seeing you all on the night.

Lucy Dawe Lane, Lecturer at CIT Crawford College of Art & Design; Maeve Brennan, Exhibiting Artist at St. Carthage Hall; Kate Brindley, Director of Collections and Exhibitions at Chatsworth House & Lismore Castle Arts and Paul McAree, Curator at Lismore Castle Arts pictured at the launch of exhibitions by Rashid Johnson and Maeve Brennan at Lismore Castle Arts. Rashid Johnson No More Water continues until 14th October, 7 days per week, 10.30 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (last entry 4.30 p.m). Maeve Brennan The Drift is on display at St. Carthage Hall until 20th May, open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 12.00 noon to 5.00 p.m. [Clare Keogh]

Lismore Dramatic Society THE curtain came down on one of the most successful productions ever on Saturday night last at the Courthouse Theatre Lismore. “Musical Magic” - 'The Big Hits From Broadway's Biggest Shows' played to packed houses over two weekends and judging by the audience reaction and feedback the Production was indeed an outstanding success. The words of one woman sums it up “I cannot believe how talented each member of the cast was and how professional the whole thing was from start to finish”. A lot of effort and dedication went in over three and a half months to ensure this pro-

duction woul get the rave reviews it fully deserves. Directors Amy O’Regan and John Ryan assembled a hugely talented and enthusiastic cast in December and through their commitment, dedication and sheer hard work the whole team produced a quality nights entertainment which had audiences dancing in the aisles. A beautiful mix of music which included some astounding solos and group pieces enthral led the audiences and the clever use of lighting and slides allowed the show to flow from one musical into another. There were emotional scenes on the final night as cast members realised all their hard

MODELIGO LOTTO RESULTS 14th APRIL 2018 14th April, 2018 – Numbers drawn were 14, 23, 26. No winner. €25 winners - Lar O’Byrne, Lr. Glen; Betty Condon, Langanoran; Abyna Drohan and Tom Cullinan. Lotto tickets can be got from any Community Centre member. Next week’s Jackpot €2,000. WELL DONE Congratulations to Modeligo GAA Clubman Cian O’Byrne who played in Goal for UCC who won All-Ireland B Freshers final in Mallow during the week.

WALKING GROUP A walking group has started on Tuesdays and Fridays at 7.30 p.m. from the Community Centre. Anyone interested, feel free to come along join in. NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Mondays on 087-4112798 or email them to marymonicaobyrne@gmail.com. BOOKINGS anyone looking to book the Astro turf or hall please contact John Power on 087-2834600.

BALLYSAGGART IFA TB MEETING A high importance meeting in relation to TB in the catchment area of Ballyduff Upper and the sournding areas will be held in Ballysaggart Community Centre on Monday night, 23rd April at 8.00 p.m. Members of Waterford IFA Executive and Nationally will be in attendance.This is a very important meeting and all ate welcome. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Dan Howard and Fionula Hynes. 2nd: Tess Hale and Nellie Devine. Lucky Tables: Helen O'Keeffe and Joan Hannon, Kathleen Coleman and Pat O'Connor, Mary Byrne and Dave Fennessy.Tickets: Eileen Hickey, Nellie Devine, Christy Higgins and Sheila Lonergan x 2. CONDOLENCES The Ballysaggart community extends its deepest sympathies to the family of Joan Kelly (nee Shanahan),Waterford City who died recently. May she Rest in Peace.

work had paid off but as the saying goes “all good things must come to an end”. We have no doubt some members of this cast will go on to perform on much bigger stages (indeed some already have) and we in Lismore Dramatic Society will continue to help them nurture their talents and give them the opportunity to tread the boards for many years to come. We wish to thank all those who supported our shows and a big thank you to all our sponsors and patrons. Have a lovely Summer and we shall see you in the Autumn! New members always welcome on and off stage!!

TALLOW Coffee Morning for Philip Daly a resounding success WHAT can we say? The response to our fundraising coffee morning for The Philip Daly trust fund has truly exceeded anyone’s expectations. Over €3,000 was raised last Friday morning in St. Patrick’s Hall in Tallow for this very special little boy, who in his short 7 years has undergone extensive brain surgery and yet keeps smiling. People came from far and wide to support this event, donating cakes, buns and all manner of tasty goodies which quickly disappeared, when the

doors opened. From 10.00 a.m. onwards the hall was full to capacity with people enjoying a cuppa and also purchasing the wonderful array of cakes and buns on offer. A huge thank you to all, who in any way helped to organise, bake for and feed the throngs who turned up. Your support is truly appreciated by Philip and his family. It’s wonderful to see local communities coming together to support their own, Well done to one and all.

Tallow Enterprise Centre THE last round of classes for the Spring, have now commenced in Tallow Enterprise Centre. We will then be taking a break from our adult classes for the Summer months. But the Centre will be a hive of activity with children’s Summer Camps and also our supervised exam student study. If however you would like to be put on the list for the autumn classes, give us a call. We will have classes to suit all levels of ability from beginners and improvers to the full ECDL course. The Summer, if we ever get one will fly by, so now is the time to be thinking of those long Winter months and maybe learning a new skill, or improving your existing ones. Our One-to-One tuition is available at any time by prior appointment.

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CAPPOQUIN Cappoquin Community Centre Phone (058) 52746 – email ocappdev@eircom.net – Facebook – Cappoquin Community Centre INCENTIVE FOR STREET FACADE PAINTING. Cappoquin Community Development Company CLG is proposing to support property painting schemes in the town with the offer of €300 per property completed. This support applies to the painting of the street facade of residential or part residential properties only. If only shop fronts or windows and doors are to be painted the amount payable will be €200. The Company will initially support 8 properties but may extend this support depending on interest. The following criteria apply; 1. An application form available in the Company office must be completed prior to any work commencing. 2. Completed application must be returned to Company office by 20th April. 3. Assistance will be provided for street facades of residential or part residential only.

Chiropody Clinic THE next Chiropody Clinic will be held on Wednesday, 25th April. Early booking advised as Chiropodist Karena is extremely popular with our patients and her clinics fill quickly. Please contact Tina or Audrey at reception on Tel: 058-54406 to arrange an appointment. Please note a booking deposit is required to secure your place.

4. Assistance is limited to one property only per applicant. 5. Applicants will be advised in writing by the Company if their application is being supported. 6. All painting is to be carried out by the applicant. (Buy your own paint and get your own painter) 7. The painting must be completed by 1st July 2018. 8. Support will generally be on a first come basis; however, should there be more than 8 applicants the Company will decide which premises will receive support. 9. Payment of €300/€200 will be made to the property owner when the painting of the property has been completed to a satisfactory standard. Substandard painting will not be supported. GYM Opening Hours MondayFriday 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Saturday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Membership €200 per year, €60 for 3 Months, €25 per Month, €5 per casual; OAP/ Unemployed €3 per session. Cappoquin gym has high qualified trainers who specialise in all areas of fitness including weight loss, injury rehab, sports training core and strength training. Conor Prendergast (0871247025) fully trained in strength and conditioning training (LIT Certified). Claire Egan (0879713895) Health and fitness Degree from UL.

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LETTERS TO THE COUNCIL As mentioned in last week’s press, there has been some surprise locally at the outcome of the traffic survey which was carried out at Lower Main Street last year, which suggested that there was no speeding issue to concern the Council. Civic Link was the local community body which wrote to the Council about this and seeking a chance to see the survey report, as mentioned by the chief engineer at a recent meeting. It will be interesting to see the details of the report, and we will do our best to keep people informed, as it is hard to see what harm a few flashing speed signs would do in the western end of the town, as are found in other less builtup areas. Cappoquin is, as far as we know, the only town which sits astride the N 72 that doesn’t have a Stop sign or electronic speed warning signs of any description.That is all we have ever suggested, but we will see what the report says in due course. LAST WEEK’S PHOTO It was great to get some significant

feedback on last week’s photo, which showed the youthful Cappoquin Pipe Band on parade at Walsh’s Hotel.The group included people like Paddy Mason, John O’Donoghue, Eddie Fraher and Paddy Cahill, and the story behind the image was that this was the band’s first outing, in 1957, when formed by John Crowley and Tommy McCarthy. Eddie Fraher in particular had some great memories, including of the band members being taught tunes with relative ease by John Crowley using an alphabetical scale rather than traditional sheet music. The photo was taken just before the band piled into the back of a lorry and headed for the Munster hurling championship match between Waterford and Limerick in Cork. They performed a selection of tunes outside the venue that day, and raised the funds needed to pay for much of the band’s uniform and instrument costs. Unfortunately, the lorry broke down on the way home and, in the decades before mobile phones, emails

WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray, Monday Affane Bridge. Quiddlers from 10.00 a.m. 12.00 noon on Wednesdays; Thursday morning 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Ladies Exercises with Paul Murray, Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Friday evenings Gymnastics 5.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. MARY BUTLER TD Mrs. Mary Butler TD Fianna Fail will hold a Clinic on the first Saturday of every month at 12.30 p.m. in the Community Centre, all are welcome. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Edel Walsh (058) 52570 first floor of the Community centre. COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO JACKPOT HITS €6,300 16th April 2018 - Jackpot €6,200. Numbers drawn 16,17,24,26. No Winner. Consolation Prize winners: Tom Feerick Snr., Kilbree; Daniel Leahy, Tourin; Margaret Casey, Lacken; Bunscoil Gleann Sidheain, Cappoquin; Ciara O’Rourke Cappoquin. Next Draw - 23rd April, with a jackpot of €6,300. Tickets available in any of the local shops in Cappoquin. etc, the happy group eventually returned to some very concerned mothers at around 1.30 a.m. in the morning. However, a great day was had by all, and Waterford would go on to reach the All-Ireland that year too. POETRY READING AT THE LIBRARY Just a final reminder that the evening of poetry with Thomas McCarthy and Lani O’Hanlon is scheduled for Cappoquin Library at 7.00 p.m. on Thursday, April 26th. Refreshments will be provided afterwards, and it’s a great opportunity to come and meet Cappoquin’s greatest living poet and also the poet who is currently the ‘writer in residence’ at the Centre named in honour of Cappoquin’s most famous novelist, Molly Keane. THIS WEEK’S PHOTO This week’s photo is an aerial shot of Cappoquin from around the mid 1950s. If anyone has a recent shot taken from a drone or from your own private helicopter (!), do let us know as it would be great to compare and contrast the two. In the image here, towards the top right you can see the foundations being laid for the first row of houses at Shanbally, while the Danes Field is exactly that, a field.The later housing developments, sports facilities, Day Care and school facilities had not even been dreamt of at that stage. A lot of the rest of the town looks the same as it does today, with the length of the gardens behind the south-facing houses on Main Street and Barrack Street being one of the things that surprises people – many

Poetry Night at Cappoquin Library THURSDAY, April 26th next is national ‘Poetry Ireland’ Day and Cappoquin Heritage Group is delighted to join forces with Waterford Council Library Service to bring two wonderful exponents of the craft to Cappoquin branch library for an evening of poetry, starting at 7 PM. The branch building has recently undergone a redecorating programme and this event is part of a series of projects aimed at making increased use of this lovely building in the town centre. One of the participants, Thomas McCarthy, is essentially a local poetic hero who has achieved national and international renown. He was born at Cappoquin, Co. Waterford in 1954 and educated at Convent of Mercy, Cappoquin, and later at UCC.Thomas’ first collection of poetry, The First Convention, was published all of forty years ago by Dolmen Press, and Anvil Press Poetry has published a range of other highly acclaimed collections since then. Thomas has also published two novels, as well as two works of non-fiction. His latest collection, Pandemonium, was published by Carcanet Press in 2016 and was short-listed for the Irish Times/Poetry Now Prize. McCarthy has won numerous accolades, including the Patrick Kavanagh Award, the Alice Hunt Bartlett Prize and the O’Shaughnessy Prize for Poetry as well as the Ireland Funds Annual Literary Award. He worked for many years at Cork City Libraries before he began to write fulltime in 2014. In 1994-95 he was Humphrey Professor of English at Macalester College, Minnesota. He was elected to the Irish artists’ assembly, Aosdána, in 1998 and is a former Editor of Poetry Ireland Review and The Cork Review. His work has been translated into Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, French, Japanese and several other languages and has been republished in more than thirty anthologies of Irish poetry, including most recently, in An Anthology of Irish Poetry from Harvard University Press. Among the many tributes that have been paid to Thomas McCarthy’s work over the years, writing in the Irish Times, Bernard O’Donoghue observed that McCarthy ‘is a classic instance of the writer’s virtue that Auden compared to a valley cheese: produced locally but prized elsewhere.’ He has also been called, of them extend up to 50 metres back, before reaching the old Cappoquin Estate wall. n Barrack Street, where the fire station is now, you can see a row of houses which were colloquially known as the ‘Nun’s Houses’ until demolished in the 1960s. At the other end of town, towards

‘the most important Irish poet of his generation.’ For the people of Cappoquin,Thomas has also, always, been a voice of his native place, with many of his poems being inspired by memories, experiences and people who surrounded him where he grew up. It is a real pleasure to have Thomas back, not only to Cappoquin but especially to the library where he spent a deal of his time as a young reader and developing writer. Lani O’Hanlon will also appear at the Poetry Ireland night in Cappoquin library. Lani is currently Writer in Residence at the Molly Keane House in Ardmore but, of course, many readers will know that Molly Keane herself, author of ‘Good Behaviour’, also lived at Cappoquin for a number of years. Lani is a dance and movement artist whose writing has been published in Poetry, Poetry Ireland Review, the Irish Times and a wide range of other publications and anthologies. Lani’s work has been regularly broadcast on national radio, including RTE's Sunday Miscellany and has been shortlisted for several poetry and performance awards at national and international level. She is also an author of fiction, having won the Allingham Award, been shortlisted for ‘Over the Edge’ writer of the year, and is currently shortlisted for the Hennessy New Irish Writing award. Ever busy, Lani is also currently working towards a collection and submitting a first novella. Cappoquin Heritage Group is absolutely delighted to have these two wonderful poets coming to the local library on April 26th, and a huge ‘Thanks’ is owed to local librarian Sheila Curtin, to the management of Waterford Council Library Service and to Waterford Council Arts Office for funding support. Admission to the Poetry Ireland event at the library is free, and refreshments will be provided. Space is limited, so note the starting time of 7 PM and be sure to get there early. The Heritage Group has also organized poetry writing competitions among local primary and postprimary school-goers to coincide with this event, and Thomas McCarthy has kindly agreed to judge these competitions. A selection of school entries will be displayed in Cappoquin Library throughout the period from 26th April to the end of May.

the lower left of the picture, you can see the Blackwater bend in very clear profile, including what was effectively a beach on the inside of the bend due to the deposition of silt as the river turned towards the sea. Again, things like the houses and the community centre in Twigbog were decades into the future at that point, though there

Aerial photo of Cappoquin from around the mid 1950s.

is a nice view of the old railway line in the lower right quadrant and the buildings housing Cappoquin Bacon Factory, the mill at Mill Street, the boat docks and some warehouses from the 19th century industrial heyday are also clearly visible. Different times, but same place all the same.

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KNOCKANORE CHECK us out on our Facebook pages (Knockanore Area KGK Community Council) and (Knockanore Heritage and History)

Sue Wilson with our guest speaker Anne McKenna, Blackwater Garden Centre & Café.

Dungarvan Flower and Garden Club ANNE was good enough to bring along some goodies for our cup of tea after our meeting and they were delicious. We can now visit the garden centre and also enjoy freshly made food which has been sourced to reduce the impact on the environment and has not compromised on flavour.

Ardmore Brownies LAST week the Ardmore Brownies did a litter patrol by the beach. They collected lots of rubbish and did some recycling before they finished. We are really enjoying working with the Tidy Towns and doing our bit for our locality.

KGK COMMUNITY COUNCIL At the monthly meeting on last Tuesday, April 10th, it was decided to hold the Annual Fun Run in conjunction with the Festival on Thursday, June 28th. Registration in Knockanore Sports Hall at 6.30 p.m. Walkers depart at 7.00 p.m. Runners at 7.30 p.m. The route is the same as last years. Entry fee: Runners €10.00, Walkers €5.00. SYMPATHY Sympathy was expressed to the relatives of Very Rev. Fr. Patrick Fitzgerald and Seamie Power and all others bereaved during the month. HALL CLEAN-UP It was decided to have a hall clean-up on Tuesday evening, 17th April, in preparation for the Holy Communion. BROADBAND Waterford Community Council has offered to send a Communications Officer to the Parish on Tuesday, May 24th, to discuss the state of Broadband in the area. Knockanore KGK Sports Hall, 7.30 p.m. TAG RUGBY We are having Tag Rugby on Friday, June 29th, in Knockanore Community Park. If you are interested in taking part or want more information on the subject, please contact the Council Secretary, Frank Roche. LITTER PICKING As previously planned, our Litter Picking effort on last Saturday produced a few trailer-loads of refuse bags of roadside litter, dumped by the more careless persons among us. Many thanks to the hardy souls who turned up to assist in the operation and those who brought extra sacks. A special word of thanks to the Youghal shopkeeper and his family who came out to give us a hand.There is still a bit to be picked up if there are any volunteers out there. CHECK US OUT Check us out on our Facebook pages (Knockanore Area KGK Community Council) and (Knockanore Heritage and History). SCOR NA bPAISTI Well done to all competitors from Knockanore who qualified in the qualifying rounds of Scor na bPaisti in Melleray and Modeligo last weekend. They will now compete in the County Final in Cappoquin this Sunday at 3.00 p.m. Best of luck to you all.

Scor na bPaisti – Pictured above are members of the dance and ballad groups.

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Pupils from Villierstown N.S. who were Confirmed by the Most Rev. Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan in Ballinameela Church. Included are Fr. Gerry O'Connor, P.P. and Sarah Fitzpatrick, School Principal. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

VILLIERSTOWN JACK THE JOKER Last week’s winners were Mossie and Jamie Glavin who chose card number 34, the Four of Hearts, and won € 50. Next week’s jackpot is €5,400. Tickets are available locally. Remember if you are not in you can’t win. CONFIRMATION CLASS 2018 Congratulations to the 5th and 6th Class of Villierstown National School: Ava, Nicole, Regan, Cormac, David, Rían, Ciara and Milly who were Confirmed last week in Aglish Church. I hear great celebrations followed. GOOD LUCK Best of luck to all Leaving Cert students who will be enjoying their oral Irish exam this week. Ádh mór ort….. RECYCLING WORKSHOP Villierstown Tidy Towns Council will host a Recycling Workshop in Villierstown Church Hall at 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday, 25th April, 2018. We would like to invite all local Tidy Town groups and schools to come along as well as any local residents who are interested in getting a few refresher ideas on recycling. Admission is free – refreshments served. Contact Mary – 087-1371500 to book your place or your group, or just drop in on the night. VILLIERSTOWN NATIONAL SCHOOL QUIZ Villierstown Annual School Quiz will run again this year over two nights. The school quiz has run with the last number of years and has grown from strength to strength. This year our first night is on Tuesday, 17th April, for 3rd and 4th classes at 7.30 p.m. in the Villierstown Church/Hall. The second quiz night will take place on Tuesday, 24th April, for 5th

and 6th classes at 7.30 p.m. in the Villierstown Church/Hall. We look forward to welcoming you all on both nights and we thank you for your continued support. JUST B YOGA In the Community Room in Villierstown (beside shop) every Tuesday morning. 10.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. Hatha Yoga 11.15 a.m. to 12.15 p.m. Active Age Yoga “Yoga heals the soul” @justbyogawithBlainaid / 0872076189 West Waterford Festival of Food 21st-23rd April, 2017, www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com DROMANA BRIDGE On-going works - isn’t it looking well. Amazing what a clean and paint job can do. VILLIERSTOWN TIDY TOWNS COUNCIL We are hosting a special night at the Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal, on Saturday, 30th June. Music is by Louise Morrissey. Between them Paddy and Louise are celebrating sixty-one years in the country music business this year. Admission is just €10 and transport will be available from the village. Practice your jiving. Tickets available soon. Contact Mary @ 087-1371500. PUT THE DATE IN YOUR DIARY. SONG FOR RICHARD This charity CD single is a cover of FIX You by Coldplay created by John Stack and local singers from the surrounding area. The Deise Aid group got together to make this CD to help raise much needed funds for the family. Richard Fitzgerald is the 12-year-old grandson of Gerry Fitzgerald who lives in our village and was diagnosed with DIPG, which is an aggressive brain tumour. As you can imagine this is any parent’s worst

nightmare. I personally don’t know the family or the child in question but as a parent myself this one really got me. So as a result CDs are available locally within our area by contact myself (Regina) on 0871383978. Cost €5 each. Richard’s story can be followed on Facebook by looking up Richard Our Superhero. I look forward to hearing from you all – Thank you. Important. VILLIERSTOWN GARDENING CLUB At last some good weather, so take to the garden and get some long overdue jobs done. Most areas will be still fairly wet so avoid grassy areas if the soil is soggy. Concentrate on: • Cleaning all the gardening equipment • Tidy out the shed • If you haven’t already, tidy the greenhouse • Clean water features & garden ornaments As always, we welcome new members of any age to join us in this very sociable activity. No gardening background is required only an ability to drink tea and hold a trowel. Contact: Carol – 087-6635455. DUNGARVAN & WEST WATERFORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Be a part of the 2018 Dungarvan tourist map and area guide by sending us in your own scenic photographs. Email to Sam at info@dungarvanchamber.ie SHOP LOCAL The Shop – Main Street, Villierstown. Special occasion cake orders taken. Every Saturday evening from 5-7, a call and collect service will be available from Ross....... An exciting new menu. Contact: 085-8894665.

Mike’s Bicycle Repairs – Contact: 085-2156833. CRAFTY CRAFTERS The Crafters signed off another season with an “in house” celebration last Monday night after a quick meeting to decide next September’s programme and start date. Enjoy the Summer ladies, September plans are exciting. IMPORTANT LOCAL DATE Villierstown National School children will receive their First Holy Communion on Sunday, 13th May, in the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Aglish. DROMANA HOUSE Book this event into your diary. Gardens of the Big House: Their History and place in Art. At Dromana, 6th May 10.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. booking essential www.dromanahouse.com WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES 2018 Volunteers are still needed for this event. Pope Francis will attend the World Meeting of Families this year. From the 21st August – 26th August. Contact WMOF2018 Office Clonliffe Road, Dublin 3.Tel: 01-5676800 / info@worldmeeting2018.ie CHILDREN’S JOKE Q - Name a bow that can’t be tied. A - A rainbow. LIFE QUOTE When I’m bored, I send a text to a random number saying…. “I hid the body….now what….?” NEWS FOR INCLUSION This is a community notice page and we need your help to keep it topical and of interest locally. If you have any photos, announcements, stories you would like included in the notes, please contact – virtue.pc@hotmail.com

SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ Apologies for the change of venue last weekend when for unavoidable reasons, the Scór Na bPáistí county semi-final was changed from Touraneena Community Centre to Modeligo. Sliabh gCua had a very successful night with 2 set dancing teams going through, 2 figure dancing teams, 5 music groups (one of which is representing the Nire) and 1 solo singer qualifying for the county final which will be held this Sunday 22nd April at 3.00 p.m. in Cappoquin. Representing their club next weekend will be solo singer Roísin Connors, musicians, Paddy, Evan and Katie Spelman, Conor Walsh, Finn Walsh, Éanna Lonergan, Muireann Hickey, Ben O'Gorman,Noah Cummins, Lucy Mc Cabe, Johnny Quinlan, Abbie Fitzpatrick, P.J. Mc Grath. The figure dancers are Aideen Whelan, Caoimhe Connors, Brieana Ryan, Emma Wall, Holly Lonergan, Dearbhaile Houlihan, Molly Cahill, Lucy Mc Cabe and the set dancers are James Butler, Lucy McCabe, Éanna Lonergan, Keelin Houlihan, Orla Whelan, Muireann Hickey, Ciaran O'Dwyer and Lauren Hearne. We are fortunate to have a very talented group of children in the county final next weekend and we wish all the boys and girls the best of luck next Sunday and a big thank you to all the tutors and to Catherine Hallahan for their invaluable contribution at each stage of the competition. We also take this opportunity to congratulate Monnie Hallahan who received a well deserved award from Scór Sinsear at the All Ireland Final in Sligo last weekend. The award was in recognition of Monnie's many years of service to Scór. Scór was established by the G.A.A. in 1969 with the aim of promoting Ireland's traditional pastimes and culture while offering club members the chance to meet up, have fun and represent their club during the winter months when the football and hurling had ceased. Monnie has been involved with Scór since its inception 50 years ago and there are simply not enough words to describe all that Monnie and his family have contributed to Scór and the community of Sliabh gCua over the past 50 years. The first and never to be forgotten Scór All Ireland victory came back to the parish in 1972 when Monnie and the fabulous set dancers did their county proud and since then, the maroon and gold flag has been flying high in

all the Scór competitions over the past 50 years. We extend huge thanks and credit to Monnie and his family for their contribution to Scór and Sliabh gCua over the past 5 decades. TOURANEENA RUNNERS CLUB Congratulations to all who participated in the Butlerstown 4 miler last Friday and also to Aisling Hallinan and Laura Barry who completed the 'Colour Run' in Dungavan last Sunday. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Once again there was no winner of either jackpot last Sunday night in the draw held in Hanrahan's Bar. The numbers drawn for the €3,000 Jackpot were 3, 14, 30. The numbers drawn for the €1,000 Jackpot were 12, 21, 26. The 5 x €20 winners were Aidan Fitzpatrick, John Hallinan, Mary Flavin, Mike Sheehan, Pat Dalton. The promoters prize of €20 was won by Marian Cliffe. Next weeks draw will be held in Dunne's Bar on Sunday night 22nd April for a Lotto jackpot of €3,000 and if this is not won, there will a second draw for a lotto Jackpot of €1,100.Tickets for the Sliabh gCua lotto are €2 each and can be purchased at local shops and designated promoters. NAOMH BRID CLOTHES COLLECTION Thanks to all who contributed or helped out at the recent clothes collection in Modeligo in aid of Naomh Brid. WELL DONE Well done to Waterford footballer Karen McGrath on being chosen as UCD ladies footballer of the year at their recent annual awards. BADMINTON Ballymacarbry community centre are holding badminton classes every Wednesday night from 8.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m. The cost is €4 per night and all levels of players are welcome. ST. MARY'S NATIONAL SCHOOL Don't forget that the fund raising raffle to purchase a school alarm will take place on Thursday, 26th April. All support is greatly appreciated and if you're not in, you can't win!. TOURANEENA NOTES We are always looking for news! Births, engagements, birthdays, anniversaries, upcoming events or any news that you might like to have included in the Touraneena notes, please do not hesitate to either email it to terrieburke@yahoo.co.uk or phone/text the information to 087 7700565.

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KILROSSANTY WHIST RESULTS FROM THE HALL 6/4/’18 – Anne Phelan, Emer Norris, Ellis Wilkins, Tessie Cusack, Emer Murphy, Kathleen Whyte, Eric Townsend, Carrie Wilkins, Mary Kirwan. RAFFLE Margaret Riordan, Ellis Wilkins, Tessie Cusack, Eric Townsend. Next Whist on 20th April at 8.00 p.m. New members welcome. BINGO Bingo on 27th April in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 p.m. sharp.

CAKE SALE Kilrossanty Guild of the I.C.A. will hold a Cake Sale in the hall on Sunday, 29th April after 10.30 a.m. Full details next week. there will also be a cup of tea and coffee plus raffle. IRISH MISSION UNION AID TO THE CHURCH IN NEED Thank you to all who contributed to this cause at last weekend masses. The total amount donated was €735. The Irish Mission Union wish to thank you all for such a magnifi-

cient donation towards their work. MEETING Waterford Federation will hold their Annual General Meeting in Crotty’s Inn on Saturday 21st at 2.30 p.m. FIANNA FAIL Kilrossanty Fianna Fail Cumann will hold a meeting in Micilin’s this Thursday night at 9.30 p.m. sharp. This meeting is being held to discuss the forthcoming A.G.M. which will be held in May. All members are asked to attend this meeting.

BALLYDUFF UPPER CONDOLENCES The Ballyduff Community extends its deepest sympathy to the family of Patrick Fennessy of Coolisheal Upper who passed away in New York aged 90. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. DANCE FOR FUN There are adult set dancing classes each Thursday night in the Carnegie Centre at 8.30. All levels are welcome. An evening of fun and getting fit at the same time! Ballyduff Upper Parent & Toddler Group The Parent and Toddler Group meet every Friday Morning 9.30am11am - €2.00 per session. Parents, Grandparents, childminders all welcome - enjoy a cuppa and a chat. TIDY TOWNS There was a great turn out last Saturday morning for our annual litter pick. Thank you all so much for your help and to those that had picked in other areas of Ballyduff during the week. In total 50 bags of rubbish were collected. The biggest collection was from The Towers to The Village where 30 bags were collected!! Thank you all again for your help in cleaning up Ballyduff Upper. The next Tidy Towns meeting is Monday 23rd next at 9.00 p.m. in St. Michael’s Hall. The agenda will be about getting ready for the national tidy towns competition. All are welcome. SOCIAL DANCE A gentle reminder of the Social Dance on Friday, 20th April next in St Michael’s Hall from 9.00 p.m. Music is by Coco. Tickets are €10 and available at the door. In aid of Donna Hillyer (nee Condon) of Ballyduff who is running the London Marathon on April 22nd in order to raise funds for the Great Ormond Street Childrens’ Charity, where her son Austin has been treated since birth and will have a kidney transplant in the near future. Please support. BALLYDUFF DRAMA * PRE ALL IRELAND PERFORMANCES * Ballyduff Drama Group presents their Award Winning production of Albertine in Five Times by Michel Tremblay directed by Ger Canning!! On in Ballyduff Tuesday 1st & Wednesday, 2nd May at 8.15 and Matinee performances on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th at 3.00 p.m.! This will be the last chance to catch our six amazing actresses in this Tour de Force production before we head to Athlone to compete in the All Ireland Drama Festival!! Booking lines open 25th April on

058 60456!! Not to be missed! OFF TO THE ...... DUCK RACES Locals will have the chance to go to the races – duck races that is! A ducky derby is planned for Monday 4th June at Mocollop. You will be able to “adopt” your duck in the coming weeks from members of the Social and Festival Committee at a small cost of €5. The day will also see games and a barbecue. Keep an eye here and on our Facebook page for more details. COMMUNITY ALERT! There will be Community Alert public meeting held in St Michael’s Hall on Tuesday 24th next at 8 pm. Keeping each other safe is a very important issue, so it would be much appreciated if at least one member of each household in the area was able to attend. Thank you. FESTIVAL The Festival this year will run at the end of June again this year. Some of the events include 5k run with chipped timing on Wednesday 27th June, bingo on Thursday 28th June and Car Treasure Hunt on Friday 29th. More events to be added over the coming weeks. BALLYDUFF LOURDES FUND - AUCTION Ballyduff community annual fund-raising initiatives to send members of the community to Lourdes

with the Diocesan Pilgrimage. This year an auction will be held in St Michael’s Hall Sunday 22nd April at 11.30 am (after Mass). Items on sale range from hardware to household items. Great bargains to be had on the day. Refreshments also for sale on the day. TOYOTA HURLING CHALLENGE Ballyduff U10 are in with a chance to be part of the Toyota Hurling Challenge and to meet Waterford's Noel Connors. Please help them by going online to the link below and voting Ballyduff. The poll will close Monday 23rd April. If you can’t go online yourself ask someone to help you. Get voting! http://www.mcconnellbros.ie/pages /news/local-article/art-hurling-challenge CARDS Wednesday nights cards in St Michael’s Hall are cancelled until further notice. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. NEWS FOR INCLUSION Thank you to all who contributed this week. To keep this notice page topical everyone’s help is needed. If you have any photos, announcements and stories you would like to be included, please contact Denise at ballyduffuppernews@gmail.com, or 087-2273737.

Pad Flynn with some of the bags of rubbish collected at the litter pick.

At Your Service – Jenny Kiersey pictured with the Brennan brothers Francis and John.

KILMACTHOMAS AT YOUR SERVICE Congratulations to Jenny Kiersey and her family on highlighting the whole of Kilmacthomas and especially their Bar and Tea Rooms on Sunday night last RTE show “At your Service” hosted by the famous Brennan Brothers. Jenny did a great job, was so relaxed giving a good account of Kilmacthomas at the heart of the Greenway. We hope all their hard work on the improvements they did will pay off now and business will be booming. Well done to all the family. LATE EILEEN CORKERY It is with great sadness we record the death of Eileen (Eily) Corkery, who passed away suddenly at her residence on Main Street, Kilmacthomas on Monday, 26th March, 2018. Eileen was wife to the late Denis Corkery. Eileen lay in repose at her home on Tuesday, 27th March where prayers were recited by Fr. Keogh, P.P. Her funeral Mass took place on Wednesday at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Kilmacthomas. Fr. Keogh gave a wonderful and entertaining account of Eileen's life and beautiful music was played by Dessie Norris, before she was layed to rest next to her husband Denis in Kilmacthomas cemetery. Eileen will be sadly missed by her family and many friends. Deepest sympathy to her sister Bridie Griffin; her brother Andy O'Connell; her son Mike; daughters Eileen and Anne; grandchildren Mark, Keith, Cillian and Darragh; nephews, nieces,

brother-in-law, sisters-in-law, sons and daughter-in-law, Dermot, Jos and Mary and granddaughter-in-law Louise, and all her many friends. May she rest in peace. Months Mind Mass for Eileen and 4th Anniversary for Denis will take place in Our Lady of Mercy Church, Kilmacthomas on Saturday, 5th May at 7.00 p.m. LOTTO DRAW Kilmacthomas AFC Lotto draw for Saturday, April 14th as follows: Letters drawn were E, P, S and U. No Jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Peter Troy, Riverview; Seanie Power, Mahonbridge; Jamie O’Reilly, Fews and Ella Long, Hillview. Next week’s jackpot €650, be in to win. WHIST Ballylaneen Whist Club results for Monday, 9th April - Rosie Keane, Mary Daye, Nicola Carroll, Biddy Carroll, Brigid, Power, Agnes Thomas, Kathleen Foran, Veronica Walsh, Eric Townsend, Breda Galvin and Mary Kirwan. Raffle winners - Brigid Power, Mary B. Bowdren, Orla Keane and Mary Daye. DAY CENTRE We had a lovely day out last week and for once the sun shone. The trip was around the Comeraghs and further afield in glorious sunshine and then a 3 course lunch at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Off we went again and took in the scenery along the Copper coast. What a wonderful place we live in. The group consisted of ladies from 50-94 years! The only thing missing - we didn't see a 'STOP ME AND

BUY ONE' ice cream man, otherwise we would all have had a cone! We are always looking to boost our numbers and if you just want to come along and have a chat and lunch then you would be most welcome. Some knit, play cards, pass the time with friends and after lunch play a game of Bingo for small prizes, 20 cents a game, won't break the Bank! Plans are underway for our Coffee Morning and Sale in early May which is always very popular. We look forward to seeing you from 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. on Tuesday. €6 for the day and includes, tea and scones, lunch and dessert and tea/coffee. STRADBALLY WHIST We are now running the Whist each Wednesday evening with an 8.00 p.m. start with a tea/biscuits break. As you know we are struggling to keep the Club going with numbers having naturally declined over the years. It was so nice to see so many turn up on Wednesday and hopefully this will only be the start! The Barron Hall is nice and warm, with plenty of parking outside. The hall has undergone a major transformation and is now bright and airy. If you haven't played Whist do not worry, we have a team of eager helpers here and they will soon have you in the swing of things and besides we don't take ourselves too seriously. Laughter and banter happen all night. Looking forward to seeing you. Call 089-4747667.

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Abbeyside Scouts 4th Waterford LAST week we had the pleasure of the company of one of our scouts that had moved out of the area, and was back visiting family. What a fine young man he is turning out to be. Archie it was great seeing you and we wish you all the very best in the future. After the usual housekeeping two of our PLs gave us all feedback on the Youth Forum meeting they attended recently. Well done Bryan and Andrzej it was very informative. The PLs and Archie then set up an obstacle course for everyone. Thank God the rain held off 'till after it was time for us to head back into the den for a presentation by Tom Power on the County Challenge, being held this year in the beautiful Mount Congreve Estate. Thank you Tom, it has all the makings of a fantastic weekend as always. A quick reminder to our parents that Annual Camp money is due as flights are booked and arrangements are being made now. The excitement is starting to build!

Cub Notes SNOW and stormy weather meant some of our weekly meetings at the beginning of March were cancelled. Our first night back we did a scavenger hunt walk about town. The Cubs had to find the answers to questions about Dungarvan and some of its famous people.The following week it was uniform inspection and practice for the St Patrick’s Day Parade. On March 17th we met at Crotty’s corner for 3.00 p.m. and marched from there through the square and on back to the den from Wolfe Tone Road. While in the square the Scouts build a suspension bridge for the judges! We had a two week break up for the Easter holidays, during which three of our Cubs took part in the Good Friday Tidy Towns Litter Pick as part of their Chief Scout Community and Environment badgework. Well done guys! Pioneering was on the schedule for our first meeting after the break with our first big activity of this term on Sunday, 15th April. We travelled by bus to Waterford to take part in the County Cub Skills Day. This was held in the De La Salle collage sports field and the Peoples Park. We joined nearly 300 cubs on the day. We took part in four bases theses were Backwoods, Pioneering, Tent pitching and Orienteering. Despite a few heavy showers the cubs had a busy and fun day while also upping their scouting skills! Pictured are some pictures of our activities.

Deise Camera Club WE had a very informative club meeting again this month in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Many excursions were discussed with the highlight being the club away trip later in the year. Reminder to members to secure your place as soon as possible, we want to make sure you all get a bed! CLUB COMPETITION Congratulations to three members who shared first place with April’s theme ODD ONE OUT. Brigid Coffey with ‘One of the Girls’, John Murphy with ‘The Changeling’ and Noreen O’Brien with ‘Kiwi Spritzer’. The monthly theme for May is BLUE HOUR, that lovely blue light seen before sunrise and after sunset. You’d be surprised

that despite all the wet weather, we have been getting some beautiful early morning and late evening light also. So fingers crossed for some more seasonal weather soon during the day also! We have some interesting upcoming club competition themes that can be explored from now on so members will be busy searching for creative images depicting SIGN(s), ABOUNDANCE and MULTICOLOURED to mention just a few! Thinking hats on gang! MEMBER PRESENTATION Club member Noreen O’Brien gave us a very interesting presentation showing her photographic interest in capturing a wide

variety of genre. She likes telling stories by linking images together in album style.Thank you Noreen! NEXT MEETING Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, 8th May, 2018, in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, at 7.30 p.m.New members are always welcome to call in and see what we get up to! CONTACT You can view our website at www.deisecameraclub.com and follow us on FACEBOOK at DEISE CAMERA CLUB DUNGARVAN and you can contact us by emailing deisecameraclub@gmail.com Thanks to those who have found us and enjoy our page already!

ODD ONE OUT: ‘One of the Girls’ by Brigid Coffey.

ODD ONE OUT: ‘The Changeling’ by John Murphy.

ODD ONE OUT: ‘Kiwi Spritzer’ by Noreen O’Brien.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

WEST WATERFORD BIRTHDAY GREETINGS A very happy birthday to Aine Allen Walsh on the occasion of her 30th birthday which she celebrates this weekend. A very happy birthday also to her sister Marta Allen O’Neill who also shares the same birthday. Congratulations and best wishes girls from all your family and friends in Moord, Kinsalebeg. WHY WE SHOULD WRITE! American author of twenty novels, numerous novellas and short stories Sarah H Barker will be guest speaker this coming Saturday, April 21st in Youghal Library at 3.30 pm. During her presentation “Why we must write” Sarah will share with her audience some of her experiences from 17 years as a published author. Sarah will talk about how she started her writing and the importance of supporting our libraries and authors in today’s world. Sarah writes commercial fiction as “Sarah Storme” “Sarah H Baker” & “Lydia Parks”, she started writing novel length fiction in 1997 and her first novel was published in 2001. Sarah is President of Southwest writers and teaches writing classes for the University of New Mexico’s continuing Education programme. A trained engineer Sarah loves to share the information she uncovered while tumbling through the beginnings of her writing career in her talks. If you enjoy reading or writing we would love to have you along to Sarah’s talk on Saturday in Youghal Library. THANK YOU Ballycurrane Parents’ Association would like to thank most sincerely everyone who helped with our Easter Draw especially to all who sold lines and sponsored prizes in particular the following: Griffin Carpentry, Frank Cummings, Brooke’s SuperValu, Aura, Solo, Team Bailey, The Nook, The Walter Raleigh, The Priory, The Old Imperial, The Turkish Barbers, Jessica Loves, Clockgate Pharmacy, Murphy’s Pharmacy, Youghal. Alice & Kieran Mansfield, Grange & Ardmore Post Offices, Salmon’s Bar and An Siopa Nua Clashmore A very special word of thanks to Youghal Credit Union who donated money towards our sensory garden. We are well on the way to getting it completed thanks to the generosity of you all. CHEQUE PRESENTATION A huge thank you to the ladies of Ardmore ICA Guild for their very generous donation to Clashmore & Piltown Lourdes Invalid fund.Thanks to you all, this will go a long way towards sending some one from the parish in need of healing to Lourdes.

CLASHMORE TIDY TOWNS ASSOCIATION Our Annual General Meeting took place on Friday night at Clashmore Heritage Centre and we want to sincerely thank all of those who attended on the night.We firstly heard an in-depth report on our 2017 activities from Chairman John Daly, followed by a report from the Secretary Suzanne Allen who thanked our CE Scheme workers and all of those dedicated volunteers who helped in whatever way throughout the year. Lastly, our Treasurer Michéal Lombard gave a detailed account of the year’s income and expenditure after what was a tough year on our finances with some unforeseen repairs being necessary on the Heritage Centre building towards the end of 2017, but all told we ended the year with our head above water and are now very much looking forward to making some further progress during 2018. Finally, the election of officers for 2018 was carried out and the incoming committee was elected as follows: Chairman, Liam Dunne; ViceChairman, Pat Roche; Secretary, Suzanne Allen; Treasurer, Michéal Lombard; P.R.O. John Daly; Committee members: Eamonn Doherty, Collette Beresford, John Kelly, Billy Dunne,Yvonne Power. Weekly Meetings: It was agreed after the AGM to begin a weekly meeting of our members over the next few months to work on some of the smaller tasks around the village such as weeding, planting and painting etc. which will start on Thursday evening at 7.30 pm at The Grotto. All are welcome to come along and help out, so we hope to see you all there! DEATH OF NORA HYDE On Saturday last, the Ballymacoda community laid to rest a wonderful wife and mother, grandmother, neighbour and friend. In her 98th year Nora Hyde died peacefully at her home on Thursday last following a brief illness. Nora together with her best friend and dearly loved husband of seventytwo years, Paddy, are a cherished member of the Mountcotton community in which they lived. Their home has always been one of welcome where the door is always open and the kettle is always on the boil. It has always been a regular meeting place for family, friends and neighbours alike. Nora will be sadly missed by all of them; her death leaves a huge void in the lives of her family by whom she was so very dearly loved.

Parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart PRO-LIFE SPEAKER Vicky Wall, Dungarvan Pro-life came and spoke at 11.15 am Mass on Sunday last, April 15th in Aglish. WEEKEND MASSES Masses will be celebrated as follows in the parish over the next two weekends - Vigil on Saturday as usual in Ballinameela at 7.30 pm Morning mass in Mount Stuart Church Sunday 10 am Morning Mass in Aglish on Sunday, May 6th and 13th at 10.15 am. MASS FOR FR. FITZGERALD Our weekly vigil Mass on Saturday evening, April 21st in Ballinameela Church at 7.30 pm will be offered for the late Fr. Pat Fitzgerald, P.E. Knockanore (Curate here in this parish of Aglish, Ballinameela & Mount Stuart from 1970 to 1988) all are welcome. ST. CATHALDUS St. Cathaldus Mass on Thursday, May 10th for all families of the parish. FIRST HOLY COMMUNIONS The dates for First Holy Communions in the parish will be Sunday, May 6th in Ballinameela at 11.30 am and Sunday, May 13th in Aglish at 11.30 am. EXAM MASSES The annual celebration of Masses for all our exam students will take place on May 19th and 20th.

To her husband Paddy; her daughters, Maura (Coughlan,) Ardsallagh, Clashmore, Nora May (O'Reilly) and Margaret (Farrell); her sons-in-law Pat, Michael and Dave; her dearly loved grandchildren Patricia, David, Mark, Una, Anita and Norma; greatgrandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. Reposing at Egan’s Funeral Home,Youghal, Nora’s removal took place to St. Peter in Chains Church, Ballymacoda, on Friday evening. Following requiem Mass on Saturday afternoon, Nora was laid to rest alongside her late son Patrick in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Ladysbridge. May she rest in peace. KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY NEWS Kinsalebeg Community Group send their sincere sympathy to Mary Barron and family, Killeagh on Pat’s death. May he rest in peace. AGLISH FUN RUN / WALK - MAIN SPONSOR LIDL The weather Gods really shone on Aglish Fun Run on Easter Monday. Over 220 adults, kids and dogs took part in this year’s event. Once again thanks to everyone that contributed to the 6th Aglish Fun Run.To all our sponsors, without whom it wouldn't be possible to have the Fun Run. To all our helpers, stewards and the ladies that baked thanks; to James on camera; Jamie on traffic and parking duties; Civil Defence for medical cover. Final total for Crumlin €2,060. Thanks very much folks. To our main Sponsors Lidl, and our other sponsors, Flahavan's, Topaz Kevin Forde, Avonmore, Lloyd’s Pharmacy, Hallahan's Pharmacy, Murray's Pharmacy, Shaws, Garvey's, Venture, Dunnes, Elvery's, Cotters Bar. Tom & Moya Power, Breda Hickey, Joan O’Reilly, Mary O’Mahoney, Dorothy Ahern, Ronan O’Donnell, Caoimhe O’Donnell. Thanks very much. INVITATION Dungarvan Camera club wishes to invite all of you to their annual photographic exhibition which officially opens at Dungarvan’s Garvey’s SuperValu Gallery this Thursday evening, April 19th at 7 pm. Special guest on the night will be Mr. Liam Power.The exhibition, which features prints from many West Waterford photographers, runs from April 20th to April 25th. ACT YOUGHAL COLLECTIONS Aid Cancer Treatment will be holding their annual church gate collection in Youghal next weekend, 21st & 22nd, Our Lady of Lourdes, The Strand, Holy Family, St. Mary's church also Gortroe and Ballymacoda. ALZHEIMER’S TEA DAY Kinsalebeg Community group (Thursday Club) will be hosting their annual Alzheimer’s Tea Day in Kinsalebeg Hall on Thursday, May 3rd from 2 pm to 5 pm. This is an open day please call in and support this very worthy cause – everyone is welcome. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO Our Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place at the Decies Bar on Sunday night, April 15th.The following were our letters drawn S, P, W, G. We had no match four winner to claim our jackpot. Next week our jackpot will be €4,250. Congratulations to the following who were the lucky winners of €20 spot prizes each: Mark Flynn, Mary Flynn, Ger Scanlon. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support.

TABLE QUIZ SUPPORTING CYSTIC FIBROSIS A Table Quiz in aid of Cystic Fibrosis will be held this Thursday, April 19th in Youghal Town at the Red Store. We are looking for tables of four people and the cost is just €40 to enter. We hope to get the quiz underway at 8.00 pm and we will be taking registration from 7.30 pm. There will be some great prizes for our winners and runners-up and we will have prizes galore to be won in our raffle, so be sure to support this worthy cause. "UNDER THE BED" Actor Seamus O’Rourke brings his wonderful new play "Under the Bed" to Ardmore’s St. Declan's Hall. Ardmore is one of the lucky locations to welcome Seamus O’Rourke's new play " Under The Bed" as part of its nationwide tour on the 11th and 12th May. The story takes place in Leitrim in 1979 in a farmhouse of little comfort. It is occupied by two brothers in their late sixties. Eugene (Seamus O’Rourke) and Pat (Arthur Riordan) and there begins a fascinating stories of friendship, the arrival of electricity, their own secrets and the Pope! Filling venues all over Ireland this will be a production not to be missed. Proceeds go to a number of local organisations and are now on sale at Quinn's Shop Ardmore and from John on 086/2330810 and Maurice on 085/1741614. Admission €15. CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL Coffee Morning: Coffee mornings carry on this week at 10 am on Wednesday in the Heritage Centre. This week is a special on phones and tablets. If you need some help bring along your device for free help and support. Next week, 25th April, Anne O'Leary will be talking about her art of making silk scarves. Camera Club: Our next meeting is the 26th April at 8 p.m. in the Clashmore Heritage Centre when we will be judging our rubbish photos. First Responders: We had a good response from Kinsalebeg and Ardsallagh in our appeal for volunteers to be trained by Youghal First Responders.We just need a couple of people from Clashmore area now - if you would like to get this very useful training, please email your details to cakcc.org@gmail.com. Keep up-to-date: Get up-to-date news on Facebook - Clashmore and Kinsalebeg Community Council and on our website at Community.clashmore.org. KINSALEBEG MACRA - BEST OF LUCK EAMONN Best of luck from all of us here at Kinsalebeg Macra, to Eamonn Keevers our man of the moment who will be representing Waterford Macra in the Mr. Personality, finals this weekend in Kilkenny. SPONSORED WALK Our annual sponsored walk will take place on the 6th May, full details next week. CLASHMORE KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our Clashmore Kinsalebeg GAA club weekly lotto draw took place on Monday night last, April 16th and the following were the numbers out of the drum 9, 14, 23, 29. There was no match four number, so our jackpot next week will be €3,500 when our draw takes place at The Ole Mill.Well done to the following who were our lucky winners of €20 each: Oliver Flanagan, c/o Collins Town &

Country; Frannie O’Rourke; Alex Collins, c/o Collins Town & Country; Noel T. Smith; Jamie Collins, c/o Collins Town & Country. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners on Monday night, April 16th at the Decies Bar 45 Drive on seven games were Tom Osborne and John Motherway. In joint second place were, Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower, Jack Douris and Derry Cotter, Edmond Og Ledingham and Paddy Kelleher. Best of the last five were Martin Lynch and Mike Hunt. Our lucky last game winners were Margaret Leahy and Una Kenneally, Eugene O’Halloran and Roger Hynes. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. SYMPATHY Our deepest sympathy is extended to Nora Daly, Kinsalebeg and all the Savage and Wallace families on the death of Nora’s sister Breda Wallace, Kanturk. Requiem Mass for Breda will be celebrated today Wednesday at 12 noon followed by burial afterwards in St. Patrick's Cemetery, Kanturk. May she rest in peace

STRINGS & THINGS COMING OUR DIRECTION “No Direction” a Cork Band with great personality, who will feature some of the great music of Frank Sinatra, Joe Dolan and the Drifters and much more are coming “our direction” this May, when they play the Old School House, Clashmore on Saturday, May 5th. “No Direction” will appear with special guest appearance from comedy poet “Liam Lynch” – what a combination! This promises to be a great night’s entertainment.The concert commences at 8 pm - tickets can be pre purchased at a cost of €15 or €12 for OAP’s from any of our three village pubs or An Siopa Nua, you can also call Liz or Geoff on 087 - 4148651 or 086 0454458.Tickets will also be available at the door on the night, hope to see you all there!

Kinsalebeg Community Group members Helen Collins, Gabrielle Power and Mary Trihy with Mayor Pat Nugent.

Guests of the Mayor KINSALEBEG Community Group, The Thursday Club, and friends were special guests of our present Mayor of Waterford, Clashmore native Pat Nugent – in Waterford on Wednesday afternoon last. On arrival at City Hall, the Mayor welcomed the groups and all were treated to tea, coffee and refreshments in the Parlour before being taken on the various tours, which the Mayor had booked for them for the afternoon. A big thank you Pat, Eamonn and all the staff, for the wonderful welcome and the guided tours of the Council Chamber, the wonderful Medieval Museum, the unforgettable Virtual reality Viking Adventure and the detour to see the wonderful sword which was hand carved with a chain-saw by John Hayes from a whole tree, which is now on display in the city. Thanks once again to our Mayor for taking the time out of his busy schedule to have us in Waterford for what was a most enjoyable day.

Biddy Russell and Mary Foley pictured with the Mayor Pat Nugent at the Medieval Museum.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

Cór Fear na nDéise to celebrate our culture at the West Waterford Festival of Food

THE Irish Office, Waterford City & County Council is delighted to partner with Cór Fear na nDéise, the male voice choir from Gaeltacht na nDéise, to present a celebration of Irish music, song, poetry and culture as part of the West Waterford Festival of Food, which takes place in Dungarvan this coming weekend, 20th-22nd April. Cór Fear na nDéise and guests will perform in Bainlann Chúl na nGabhar, O'Connell St. at 3.00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, 22nd April. This free event will be a lively yet

relaxed affair, with people encouraged to drop in at any time to enjoy the best of singers and musicians in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The choir will perform a number of well-known Irish-language songs native to Co Waterford, with the audience getting the chance to learn and sing some of the more popular songs, should they so wish! ‘Ag Ceiliúradh Chultúr na nDéise’ (Celebrating Déise Culture) will take place in the historical venue of Bainlann Chúl na nGabhar, once a

dairy and now an artistic space which hosts art exhibitions and other cultural events from time to time and is the ideal venue for a session of song and music. The Council’s Irish Officer is delighted that this event is just one of the growing number of bilingual events being organised each year as part of the West Waterford Festival of Food. This year, events such as Family Fun at the Castle, A Food Treasure Hunt, Cócaireacht le Chéile (Cooking Together), Picnic & Spraoi and Bus Bia

na Gaeltachta will all take place bilingually/in Irish, giving people a chance to use their Irish, whether they are fluent or have ‘cúpla focal’, thanks to the work in particular of Glór na nGael and local language groups. “I am particularly delighted to see the wonderful fully-bilingual Festival of Food brochure this year,” says Máire Seó Breathnach, Irish Officer with Waterford City & County Council. “To my knowledge, this is the first fully bilingual festival brochure of its type and great credit goes to the CEO

and Board of the West Waterford Festival of Food for showing this commitment to the Irish language, especially this year, Bliain na Gaeilge, when we are all encouraged to make a special effort to use and celebrate our native Irish language.” Therefore, all are welcome to attend the free event ‘Celebrating our Déise Culture’ in Bainlann Chúil na nGabhar on Sunday, 22 April at 3.00 pm. A lively round-up to this year’s Festival of Food – beidh fáilte roimh chách!

National Treasures in Joan Clancy Gallery FROM Land & Sea -Ón Talamh agus Ón bhFarraige the group show of new work in Joan Clancy Gallery attracted a very nice crowd to the opening last Friday night (April 13th). “We are featured on West Waterford Festival of Food Art Trail and a designated stop on Bus Bia tour of An Gaeltacht so be sure to pop in!” said Joan. Discover a different view of art at this extraordinary gallery overlooking the sea, which showcases some of the country’s best painters which is open daily 11.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. until April 22nd. “We are delighted to introduce Fiona Cawley who graduated with Distinction from Galway Mayo Institute of Technology in 2015 with a BA in Art & Design and is the recipient of a GMIT Academic

Achievement Award. She is shortlisted for the Royal Academy of Art Summer Show 2018 which is quite a strong accolade!” said Joan Clancy. Also new to Joan Clancy Gallery is Kate Kos who has lived in Ireland since 2004. An artist with a sublime touch for clean and fresh colours, her studies at Silesian University of Technology in Poland, where she read Architecture & Urban Planning no doubt have a subtle influence on her work. Kate has won many awards including First Prize in Dublin Plein Air Painting Festival 2017 and Silver in Wexford’s Art in the Open Festival 2015, where she was up against some of the best outdoor painters from around the globe. “We also have some exciting new work by John Cullinan,

Blawnin Clancy and new large scale pieces by Rayleen Clancy. Located near Coláiste na Rinne in Mweelahorna in the Waterford Gaeltacht, Joan Clancy

Gallery is 10k south of Dungarvan and the Waterford Greenway. The Clancy family were honoured recently when the cultural

Kate Kos © Fishing Boats in Helvick Pier, Co Waterford. (Watercolour 58x73cm framed).

legacy of The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem was highlighted in the TV show National Treasures –A Peoples’ Archive of

Ireland on RTE1. Phone: 086-8134597; info@joanclancygallery.com; www.joanclancygallery.com

Brid Nielsen with exhibiting artists Rayleen and Blawnin Clancy at the opening of From Land and Sea - Ón Talamh agus Ón bhFarraige the group show of new work in Joan Clancy Gallery. [Joan Clancy]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

“Well, The Show Must Go On!” Take A Bow Productions at Town Hall Theatre Dungarvan MARY Nagle and Take A Bow Productions took a brave leap in the world of theatre by staging a new play written and directed by Waterford’s Martine Rogers, and what a smart move they made! The crowds at Town Hall Theatre Dungarvan, will never forget the first time they saw “Well, The Show Must Go On!” The audience were in hysterics, roaring and even crying tears of laughter at the farce that unfolded on the stage before them. Rapturous applause and standing ovations on both evenings were the natural reactions from audiences who had been truly entertained. Quick witted and craftily written, “Well, the Show Must Go On!” carried the audience

along from one hilarious gag to another. There was barely time in between to catch a breath. One lady said the only reason she tried to stop laughing was in case she missed another funny line. With a cast of fourteen local performers, the play, set in West Waterford, was well-rehearsed, with slick costume changes, farcical comedy and superb sidesplitting performances. The public’s response has been to urge Take A Bow Productions to stage “Well, The Show Must Go On!” again to accommodate those who missed it. The production team may well decide to do so. Watch this space, as tickets will fly out the door if a future date is confirmed.

Dramatic societies usually attract the lunatic fringe and "Déise Players" is no different. Mary Pew is the most dedicated member they have. "How did Mary's mother die again?"

Like any society "Déise Players" has its fair share of tongue-wagging. What does Maureen Keane have to say about her fellow members? You will be in stitches when you find out. "Well, The Show Must Go On!"

The smouldering "Déise Players" Chairperson Angela Sandercock has her sights set on stardom. Will her plans be realised? "Well, The Show Must Go On!"

Frances Sterling holds the purse strings as Honorary Treasurer of "Déise Players". Is their next production going to be shackled by her tight fist? "Well, The Show Must Go On!"

Grayson OK has a Degree in fashion design. Will he live up to the Director's expectations as her Artistic Assistant? "Well, The Show Must Go On!"

"Shut up Dickie! You'll only make her worse!!" Are Hannah's parents able to cope with her outburst? "Well, The Show Must Go On!" Little Willie and Maud are stagemad. Will they get cast? "Well, The Show Must Go On!"

Tommy Jacques is smitten by newbie Gloria Ryder. Does he win her heart? “Well, The Show Must Go On!”

Patrice and Hannah have the perfect Mother/Daughter relationship..... Don't they? "Well, The Show Must Go On!"

Heinz Kűntz is very keen but will he cope with the new Director's attitude? Will Mary Pew let him go? "Well, The Show Must Go On!"

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COUNTY NEWS

Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan

Rampage By Bill Tubbritt

Collette Cahill, Tina O Driscoll and Helen Tilston from Cork Arc House. Darragh McGann Singer, Christine Cronin and Janice Murphy from The Bravehearts Choir, Celia Fitzgerald Cork Arc House, Darragh Parker and Linda O’Connell CRY104fm. [Michael Hussey]

The Homebirds Music Festival to take place in Youghal THE 18th, 19th and 20th May, 2018 sees a music extravaganza coming to the beautiful coastal town of Youghal, Co. Cork. The Homebirds Music Festival, is a joint collaboration between Cork Arc Cancer Support House and Cry104fm (Community Radio Youghal), and will be the inaugural fundraising event for the two groups. Over 40 musical acts will descend on Youghal and spread across 18 venues filling the town with music from one end to the other showcasing the amazing talent of the region. The stunning location of St. Mary’s Collegiate Church, will host 3 spectacular concerts on Friday, Saturday and Sunday including acts such as Don Mescall, Mike Hanrahan, Roy Buckley, Jack O’Rourke, Gina, Frank Ryan, Caroline Fraher and more. While our HomeBirds Music Trail will see free music being played in every venue in the Town over the 3 day festival, Beginning at the Quality Hotel on Youghal’s fantastic Blue Flag Beach and taking in Farrell’s Summerfield Bar, The Marine, Clancy’s Bar and Restaurant, The Walter Raleigh Hotel, Hennessy’s Bar, The Quays Bar and Restaurant, JD’s, Moby Dicks, The Central Star, The Anchor,The Old Imperial Hotel, The Nook, St.

Mary’s Collegiate Church,The Red Store Bar and Restaurant, Berties, The Point Bar, and Bru Na Si. So far the confirmed acts for our free Music Trail include Bog The Donkey, August Walk, Myles Gaffney, Hell For Leather, The Vinyls, Full Circle, Stepping Stones, The Savage Yanks, The Moll Goggers, The Elation, Jack Colbert, Emily Aherne, Blackest Crows, Jamie Stanton, Hank Wedel, Geoff Gould, Southern Outlaws, Brendan McCarthy, DrDec and The Side Effects, Ellie Budds, Bobby Lee, Mick Mangan, The Vestas, Youghal Pipe Band, SuperSkunkz,The Gypsy Fish Band, Imokilly Band, The Bounty, The Cider Wasps and more. Whatever your taste in music you will find something to suit over the weekend with music playing nonstop on a staggered timetable to ensure that visitors to the festival can stay in the town and enjoy the atmosphere all day long. All money raised from the festival will go to Cork Arc Cancer Support House and Cry104fm. The Homebirds Music Festival, over 30 acts, across 18 venues, 1 weekend, 1 town. For more information visit the website w w w. h o m e b i r d s m u s i c . c o m ; www.facebook.com/pg/youghalmusic/; Email: linda@homebirdsmusic.com

RAMPAGE is a family science fiction monster movie from Warner Bros Pictures.The movie was directed by Brad Peyton and is loosely based on the 1980’s popular arcade games of the same name. Dwayne Johnson, Naomie Harris, Malin Åkerman, Jake Lacy, Joe Manganiello, and Jeffrey Dean Morgan make up the cast for this one with filming taking place around Chicago last year. The story uses the same 3 monster characters from the original game but there are not a lot of similarities to that. Three animals on earth are infected by a mysterious experimental gas that turns them into huge destructive creatures. The animals set out on a rampage destroying everything in their paths. Primatologist Davis Okoye played by Dwayne Johnson is the owner of one of the animals and sets out with the help of Genetic Engineer Dr. Kate Caldwell to stop the monsters and also find out who mutated his beloved gorilla George along with the other two animals. This is the second video game related movie in quick succession for The Rock who has to be the busiest man in Hollywood at the moment. He seems to have found his niche perfectly well, but this one is not likely to reach the success of

his last outing Jumanji. Rampage is a fun movie that is very easy to follow. The special effects are very good without being spectacular but otherwise it’s a pretty solidly put together movie that should go down very well with younger audiences. Rating 3/5.

Love Simon By Bill Tubbritt LOVE Simon is a new romantic comedy from director Greg Berlanti.The movie is based on the Becky Albertalli 2015 debut novel Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda. The cast of this one include Nick Robinson, Josh Duhamel and Jennifer Garner who all do there bit in creating this heart-warming new take on the old familiar teen romantic comedies which have become a lot of people’s guilty movie pleasure over the years. Love Simon tells the story of a young boy growing up with all the fears associated with coming out as gay to his family and friends. Although Simon has a very strong family unit and many good friends, this does not do anything to steady his nerves when it comes to this very sensitive issue.When Simon starts an online relationship with a mysterious guy called blue his confidence grows along with his desire to come out. Blue remains mysterious for much of the movie as Simon does not know who he really is or even if he is one of his existing friends in school. The storyline seems a little serious but it is mixed together very nicely with the usual high-school teen comedy movie humour. This movie is very much a surprise package as it definitely has come in well under the radar and may be a little under stated which is not be entirely deserved as it really is a heart-warming

well written story that touches a real life situation. Nick Robinson brings a lot to the table in his role as Simon; his outstanding performance is the key to this movies success. Loving Simon is very positive in the way it delivers its messages of courage and empathy. Love Simon is well put together feel-good movie that is well worth checking out. Rating 4/5.

“OMG You Guys” Legally Blonde The Musical DUNGARVAN Junior Musical Stage School is currently busy at their classes getting ready for their end of term production of the hilarious Broadway Musical Legally Blonde that will be staged at the Sports Centre, Cóis Trá, Dungarvan, from Wednesday 20th to Saturday, 24th June, at 7.30 p.m. nightly. Tickets will go on sale soon and early booking is strongly recommended. Legally Blonde is an all singing, all dancing, fun filled feel good musical and is sure to be a huge hit for all the family. Recent productions from the

talented students of Dungarvan Junior Musical Sage School include Annie, Sister Act, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, Disneys Beauty And The Beast, High School Musical, Cats, Disneys The Little Mermaid, Grease, Hairspray and many more. "NEW TERM" The stage school is now in its tenth year and going from strength to strength with each passing term and we are now taking names for our new term that will commence in August and now is

your opportunity to join Dungarvan and West Waterford's premier stage school. Classes take place every Monday and Wednesday is St. Joseph’s School, Dungarvan. We cater for students aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 18 and all our students get to perform in our much talked about end of term productions. We have a strong emphasis on confidence building and having fun while learning all the skills of the performing arts from the industries most talented and experienced professionals.

If you like to sing, dance, act or you just like to have fun and make new friends then why not see for yourself why so many happy students cant be wrong. New students are always more than welcome and no experience is required to join our stage school family as all levels of ability are catered for in our classes. For more information and to secure your place then don't delay and contact Brian or David on 087-2360330 or via our Facebook page and we will happily answer and questions you might have.

SCHOOL NEWS

Superschools Champions 2018 – Back row (left to right) Fr. Gerry Horan OSA, Daly O’Rourke, James Hahessy, Oisín Morrissey, Darragh Pender, Jordan O’Rourke, Joe McNamara, Ms Lisa Hanrick, Jack Ó Floinn, Eoin Flynn, Ronan Bohane, John David White, Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain. Front row (left to right) Lia Cunningham, Áine O’Neill, Ellen Kirwan, Kate Byrne, Sheena McGuckian, Bro Patrick Lennon OSA, Dearbhla Beresford, Sarah Phelan, Emily Murphy, Rosie Murray, Éabha Gough.

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Post Primary Schools' Triathlon ST. Augustine's College was well represented at the Munster Regional Post Primary Schools Triathlon last weekend. Six athletes made the journey to Clarinbridge, Co. Galway. The weather conditions were less than favourable on the day but this did not dampen their spirits. It was a hat-trick of success for the Cunningham sisters, Dani, Lia and Ally as they each won gold in their categories. David O'Connor also secured a gold medal in the Senior category with Shima Lannigan taking a bronze medal home. John David White was unlucky, having crashed his bike in the wet conditions. However, in true Friary spirit, he continued on and finished the race in a very respectable seventh in Munster. All medallists go forward to represent the school in the National Finals in May. We wish them all the best. Congratulations again to all. CULLY & SULLY - GROW IT YOURSELF CHALLENGE Following the success of a group of our 1st Year students last year, a further group of 1st Year Business Studies students along with their teacher Ms. Margo

McGann are taking up the challenge to grow their own Rocket leaves and create a soup recipe from their produce. Last week the class completed the first stage of the challenge, they planted their Rocket plants. Best of luck to you all. COLOUR DASH FUNDRAISER FOR CANCER RESEARCH Two very enterprising Transition Year students, namely Róisin Drummy and Sarah

Phelan organised a Colour Dash in aid of Cancer Research on Sunday. Participants ran, walked of jogged a 5km fun run during which they were pelted with powered paint, each colour representing a different cancer as well as cancer survivorship. Many thanks to Dungarvan Rugby Club, starting point of the fun run, for the use of their facilities. The event was huge success, well done girls and many thanks to those who supported the event.

Colour Dash – Pictured is Ms. Nollaig Sheehan (TY Co-Ordinator), Mrs. Heather Boyle (Student Enterprise), Róisín Drummy and Sarah Phelan.

Cully & Sully Challenge -1st year students pictured with their Business Studies teacher Ms. McGann.

Successful athletes in Schools'Triathlon: From left John David White, Ally Cuningham, Shima Lanigan, Lia Cunningham, Dani Cunningham.

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Pupils from Scoil Mhuire, Tallow, who were Confirmed by Most Rev. Bishop Cullinan in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tallow. Also included are Mr. Thomas Ryan (School Teacher), Rev. Fr. Gerard McNamara, P.P., Tallow; Rev. Fr. Patrick Condon and Mr. Neill Moore (School Principal) which took place on Wednesday, 11th April last. [David O’Flynn]

Modeligo National School WE are so blessed in Modeligo National School to be surrounded by nature and wildlife. Not only have we an array of mini-beasts and bugs, plants and trees, but we also have the pleasure of seeing some woodland animals wandering around the local fields. We were very lucky last week to have a special visitor to our school. A lovely four legged, furry friend - Mr. Fox! As soon as we saw him, we had to immediately stop our lessons to have a look at him! He was very close to our school, so we had a wonderful view! He looked pretty hungry, so it is our advice to all the locals in Modeligo, to keep your chickens well locked up! Juniors, first and second class were very busy planting sunflowers this week. We re-used some yoghurt cartons for planting. Remember, reduce, re-use, recycle! We are learning all about plants and what they need to grow! We are also doing some experiments to see if our sunflowers will grow without any light, and without any water.The children made some very interesting predictions about how long the plants will take to start growing. We will also be practising our measuring skills to measure how much our plants will grow over the next few weeks. Keep an eye on our school blog

Bodywhys presentation held on Thursday, 12th April in St. Augustines College, Dungarvan, facilitated by Dungarvan Youth Information Centre in conjunction with Nollaig Sheehan, TY co-ordinator St. Augustines College. The presentation was delivered by Fiona Flynn, Youth Development Officer, Bodywhys - The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland. A special visitor to our school recently - Mr. Fox. http://modeligons.scoilnet.ie/bl og/ to see our results over the coming weeks. It's all happening here in Modeligo NS! Communion preparations are well underway, with our big day fast approaching on Saturday, May 5th. Our wonderful pianist Dina Walsh has been visiting us to practise our lovely hymns for our special day. We are delighted to announce that our Knitting with Nannies Group will be starting this term, along with our Hip Hop dancing and our Tin Whistle playing. Keep an eye out for some photographs over the coming weeks. Our Open Day for all new entrants will take place on Thursday, May 10th from 1.30

p.m. - 3.00 p.m. We will be delighted to welcome all pupils, along with any other visitors who may like to see our school. Be prepared for a fantastic afternoon, as our students display their wonderful talents. Enrolment packs will be available on the day. You will also have a chance to meet all the marvellous staff in our school. We are really excited and look forward to meeting you on the day! A reminder to all parents that you are welcome to contact the school in advance of our open day, via phone on 058 68149 or via e-mail modeligons@eircom.net for enrolment forms for the 2018/2019 school year.

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Leaving Cert Orals BEST of luck to all Leaving Cert French and German students who are sitting the oral section of their Leaving Cert exam this Monday and Tuesday. MUSIC The Leaving Cert Music students sit their practical exam this Wednesday. The grade will form part of their overall Leaving Cert result. ACCS HURLING The under 17½ hurling team faced Castlebar last week in the final of the ACCS hurling championship. Extra time could not separate the two sides with a final score of 2-10 to 0-16. UNDER 16 SOCCER Well done to the boys under 16 team on their 3-1 victory over St. Paul’s Community College last Thursday. 5th YEAR BIOLOGY Fifth year students will travel to Fota this Tuesday to carry out the ecology part of their Biology course. COLOUR RUN CHEQUE PRESENTATION Fourth Year Medical student Cathal Lee visited the school on Friday to talk to students about The Surgeon Noonan Project and his trip to Malawi. The Surgeon Noonan society is a voluntary charity run by 4th year medical students in University College Cork. These students travel to rural hospitals in Ghana,

Malawi, Tanzania and Zambia each Summer for our elective placement and in return, want to help these underfunded hospitals. Throughout the academic year they work hard to raise money to bring to these underdeveloped hospitals. All money raised goes directly to the hospitals we support! Many of these hospitals receive little to no Government funding and Surgeon Noonan provides money for their maintenance and development, and to fund projects which will help make the hospitals more sustainable. Cathal was delighted to accept a cheque from BCS which was from the funds raised at our recent Colour Run.

FAIRTRADE AWARENESS DAY 1E would like to thank everyone for supporting their Pop-Up Fairtrade Cafe before the break. In less than 30 mins. they made €50 for Fairtrade and there was a great response to the questionnaires based on the Lyrics on the Lap posters too. The students worked hard and had lots of fun creating awareness of the Fairtrade brand through their questionnaires, Lyrics on the Lap, free fairtrade tasters and selling goods with Fairtrade products. Thanks also to Centra in Lismore for sponsoring Fairtrade Cadbury cocoa and Bewleys coffee.

Cathal Lee accepts a cheque for the Surgeon Noonan project, proceeds from our recent Colour Run.

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COLAISTE CHATHAIL NAOFA

Wellbeing Week at Coláiste Chathail Naofa THE students and staff of Coláiste Chathail Naofa were offered a wide range of activities as part of Well Being week. These activities included Aromatherapy, Acupuncture, Meditation, talks on nutrition, wobbly circus, cookery, dogs for the disabled and many more. Wellbeing is a new aspect of the Junior Cert cycle where the mental, physical and emotional development of the students is highlighted. The idea of the week was to give students a taste of the activities which are avail-

able to them that will enable them to live in the moment. Great work went into organising the week and for that we thank Caroline Ryan and all staff involved. As can be seen from the photographs everyone participated fully in the events and hopefully the benefits of the week will continue until the next one! 6th YEAR GEOGRAPHY TRIP The 6th years travelled to Goat Island Ardmore to gather information for their Geography

Investigation. This is an important component of their Leaving Certificate course. Whilst there, they did a wave count, measured the cliff height, measured the sea caves and analysed the fabric of the storm beach. They recorded the results and will use them to write up their Geography report. Thanks to Mr. Daniel Power for all his help and for accompanying us and best of luck to the students in their write up. Teacher, Marie Doocey was thrilled with the success of the outing.

Pictured above is Judith McNally from the Ormond Café who had the students trying out smoothies with familiar fruits and even some with a twist even including chillies!

This picture is of Elaine from The Weight Clinic who also advises Jitterbeans on nutritional content in their products with the TYs. She gave an inspiring talk on healthy eating habits in a positive fun way.

Pictured above is a group of students doing a meditation workshop under the direction of Pat Dineen.

Pupils from Aglish N.S. who were Confirmed by the Most Rev. Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan in Ballinameela Church. Included are Fr. Gerry O'Connor, P.P.; Jenny Mulcahy, School Principal; Julianne Veale, Tracey Fennell, Shauna Walsh, Orla [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Costin, Sarah Duffy and Alison Dunford.

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Men’s Shed Visit – Transition Year students who recently paid a visit to the Dungarvan Men’s Shed with their teacher Ms. O’Dwyer.

DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

Rice Cup Blitz ON Thursday, 12th April, Dungarvan CBS headed up to Thurles for the Rice Cup Blitz, one of four country wide blitzes that took place last week. In our group we had Thurles CBS, Our Lady’s Templemore, Blackwater, Naas CBS and Roscrea CBS. We began the day against Our Lady’s Templemore. We got off to a fantastic start with razor sharp passes, excellent defending and constant battling for every ball. It was clear that this team had been practising hard since September. Sean Condon (with a superb goal and three points), Peter Cummins, Charlie Gough and Michael Casey especially all pressurised the Templemore team and we reaped the rewards by being level at a goal and 4 points. Mark Loftus had several shots on goal but the Templemore’s goalkeeper made some fantastic saves to deny Mark. Unfortunately, the excellent Templemore full forward got into his groove and in quick fire succession scored 4 goals in less than 7 minutes. This put an unflattering sheen to the result and it devastated the team when they had been playing so well. This shattered the team’s confidence and in the second match against Blackwater CBS we didn’t perform up to our usual standard at all. It seemed a completely different team than what started against Templemore with many missed pickups, missed tackles and sloppy passing. Mark Loftus did ably slot over two frees and the back line remained solid

with Eoin O’Callaghan, James Fennell, Peter Cummins, goalie Brian Curran and the hard-working Eoin McGrath limiting our loss of 3-5 to 1-2. In our third and final game we faced Roscrea CBS. This was a much better game with several very close goal misses by Sean Galvin and Luke Murray. These results meant that we were now through to the Westcourt Cup Blitz on Wednesday 25th April where we have the potential to do very well. Thurles CBS topped the group on the day. GROW2CEO First Year SPHE students in Ms Moore’s class completed Challenge 1 of the Cully and Sully sponsored Grow2CEO on Tuesday last. Grow2CEO is a food entrepreneurship campaign run with GIY where secondary school students grow their own rocket in their classrooms. Challenge 1 was to put down roots and students all planted their own container of rocket. We will be watching carefully for the seeds to germinate. Hopefully this will be the beginning of a future of green fingered gardeners. We also are looking forward to some tasty salads in the coming weeks. Challenge 2 on the way………… Once the weather improves we will be working on our outdoor garden plot.

A group of CBS students playing scrabble at the Coach House recently having cycled to Kilmacthomas and back as part of our Being Well @ CBS week

Third Year Students who constructed the house during our Being Well @ CBS week. The constructed house held the motto “Together We Can,” which focuses on mental health and the need for the help of others.

Transition Year students participating in CPR training delivered by Ms. Joyce and Ms. Moore.

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U-18 football team from St Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas after their defeat to Ardee in the All Ireland C football final. Included is Mr Collins (Coach).

ST. DECLAN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

All-Ireland Under 18 Football Final Ardee..................1-9; St. Declan’s Kilmacthomas......0-3. ST. Declan’s great run in the football championship came to a shuddering halt in Newbridge on Saturday. The Munster Champions never reached the same levels of composure and assuredness of their previous matches. Ardee got off to a quick start and went ahead 3-1 with Donal Queally opening the scoring.The Waterford lads were guilty of spilling ball, poor distribution and getting caught in possession by a very slick and talented Louth side. Ardee could have been out of sight in the first half but for the excellence of the full-back line and Anthony Lonergan in particular. His spectacular block on the dangerous Jonathon Commins as he blasted for the net from point blank range was one of his many excellent interventions. The hardworking Ardee forwards prevented the Kilmac backs from working the ball out of defence and the Louth boys won the midfield battle also. This starved the excellent

James Power during the All Ireland U-18 Football C final.

Darragh and John Power of ball in the inside forward line. A lot of the ball that went in was difficult to control. Still, despite fighting a rearguard action St. Declan’s gamely hung on led by captain Conor Burns and as the halftime break approached, they were only four points down after being completely outplayed.This was familiar territory. Their chances of success were reduced considerably by referee Seamus Mulhare when he dismissed Aidan Behan in the 27th minute for a high tackle, a very harsh judgement. To compound matters, St. Declan’s introduced Pauric Hallihan who had recovered from a fractured eye socket and cheekbone and within 50 seconds the misfortunate Kilmac player was carried off the field with a dislocated shoulder. The omens seemed ominous and so it transpired. St. Declan's as expected did not go down without a fight. They upped their game and had their best spell in the opening minutes of the second half. A John Power point got the scoring underway but further scores for Ardee through Commins (2), Ciaran Keenan and Tristan Knowles along with a Carl Gillespie goal sealed their fate. Once the goal went in there was no coming back. To their credit the team still continued to battle on, holding Ardee scoreless in the final ten minutes. Darragh Power who tried his heart out all through scored a point near the end but St. Declan’s were left to rue a number of missed chances in both halves that prevented them from asking any real questions of the Louth boys mettle. It was a disappointing end for this team that had shown incredible character, guts and spirit all year. When the dust settles and the pain of defeat has dulled a little these lads will look back on the incredible journey they have been on with immense pride. They will remember the great

comebacks in the Munster and All Ireland semi finals, the lunchtime training sessions with Mr. Collins and the contesting of an All Ireland Football Final as highlights of their schooldays. ARDEE CS: Alan McGauley, Cian Taaffe, Jack Grimes, Andrew Bingham, Cathal Fleming, Donal McKenny, Gavin Kirk, Neil Kerr, Liam Jackson, Trevor Matthews, Conor Gillespie (0-01), Tristan Knowles (0-01), Ciaran Keenan (0-01), Carl Gillespie (1-00), Jonathan Commins (0-06 frees). Subs: Sean Sweeney for Trevor Matthews, Joe Mullholland for Gavin Kirk, Marc Ward for Cian Taaffe. ST. DECLAN’S: Ben Kirwan, John Sheahan, Conor Burns, Brendan Gough, Aidan Behan, Anthony Lonergan, Reece Power, Tom Walsh, James Power, Tommy Carberry, Donal Queally (0-01), Shane O’Brien, Percy O’Callaghan, John Power (0-01), Darragh Power Subs: Paraic Hallihan for Shane O’Brien (27 min); Paul Allen for P. Hallihan (28 min); Shane O’Brien for P. O’Callaghan (45 min); Eoin Fitzgerald for D. Queally (50 min); Colm Kennedy for B Gough (55 min). L.C.A. ART TASK On Tuesday, 13th March the L.C.A. class took part in their Art Task. This involved a live graffiti workshop, given by Joe Walsh from Waterford Walls. The day started with a demonstration by Joe Walsh. The pupils were then given the opportunity of putting what they learned into practice by producing their own Art pieces. The highlight of the day was when the L.C.A class put their work on display for their peers and teachers. Some pupils baked for the occasion, while Aaron Condon became D.J. for the event. He was assisted by teacher Mr. Mac Domhnaill. The day was a huge success. Thanks to Ms. Flynn who organised the event. Sincere thanks also to Joe Walsh for a very enjoyable workshop.

Joe Walsh giving a display of his skills during the L.C.A. Art Graffiti workshop.

Aaron Condon and Mr. Mac Domhnaill providing the music for the display of work produced by L.C.A Art Graffiti workshop.

L.C.A. pupils taking part in the Art Graffiti workshop held at St Declan's Community College recently.

L.C.A. Art pieces put on display during the Art graffiti workshop held at St. Declan's Community College.

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Le Cheile continues to Grow HAVING expanded the service last September to cater for the growing demands within the childcare sector, Le Cheile has seen a very busy and productive time. We are now into our final term and again we will have lots of events, themes and activities taking place. Most recently, our Afterschool children linked up with Dungarvan Men’s shed to create beautiful fairy doors. These are on display in the car park area of Le Cheile. Thank you to Nicky Sheehan and Dungarvan Men’s shed, and Jimmy Maher our Caretaker for making this happen. We had visits from Garda Murphy and Marie Roche (lollipop lady) who explained to the children the help they provide to us in the community. Their patience and kindness was very much appreciated by all the children and staff. Time was also no issue. We sang our road-safety songs, and Marie told us how important it was to stay safe

when crossing the road! We had a fantastic time for Pyjama Day. We raised €228.60. Thank you all very much for all your kind donations, it is very much appreciated. Our children and staff recently dressed up as their favourite Superheroes to raise funds for Richard Fitzgerald. Staff and Management of Le Cheile presented €428 to Andrea and Elaine Monahan. Thank you to all who gave so generously. Huge thank you to Deise Day Care for the delicious pancakes which were enjoyed by all. Deise Day Care is a fantastic service to the town and county which we also benefit greatly from. The children also visit the centre every Wednesday and these visits are proving very popular with both the children and Deise Day Care service users alike. We had a very successful parent evening, where the learning journey of each child to date was discussed. We receive lots of

Three sets of twins attending Le Chéile are (L to R) – Dylan & Mason Mahony; Michael & Gavin Moynihan; Alex & Max Sloma. positive feedback. These will now be annual event. There was a sea of green in Le Cheile as everyone dressed up for St Patrick's Day. We had music, dancing and mini parades. Huge thank you to Sadhbh

Lynch who entertained all the children with her fantastic Irish dancing. Our talented staff member Aisling Hayes brought her "Harp" to work and coordinated a fantastic music programme for the children. The

Afterschool’s Fairy Doors.

Easter Chicken.

Garda Murphy’s visit to Le Chéile.

Harp is the official emblem of Ireland and it is unique to have a musical instrument used as a symbol to represent a country. The children learned so much about Ireland and Saint Patrick through play and music. The staff and children of Le Chéile said goodbye to a wonderful lady, colleague and friend, who looked after us all so well every day. We miss you already Sheila. Wishing you the very best for the future. It has also been a very busy time for all staff, who all participated in the Children first E learning programme. UPCOMING EVENTS As the West Waterford Festival of Food will be taking place locally from 20th - 22nd April, one of our themes for the next two weeks will be "Food Glorious Food". The children will be visiting and sampling foods locally starting off with our fruit and veg store "Country Store" across the street, where the children will pick their own piece of fruit or veg. Eleanor Mc Grath and West Waterford Weight loss will deliver a healthy eating session. We will also be hosting a food tasting session here at Le Cheile, on Saturday the 21st April from 11.00am to 1.00pm. For further details please contact Waterford Childcare Committee.

Bike Day will be taking place on Friday 15th June, with thanks for the very kind support of Waterford Sports Partnership. We will have lots of bike activities on the day, the children will decorate their bikes, learn about road safety. Maurice Butler (Butler Ice Creams) will bring their bike and supply the children with their famous ice cream. Sinead Wynne Violet will be face painting, Our School tours will be taking place on the June 1st where the children will visit Copper Coast Farm. Graduations for our Preschoolers will take place on the 20th 21st and 22nd June, 2018. We are proposing to run Summer courses the first two weeks of July. Children must be between the age of 4 and 8. The courses will run from 10.00am to 2.00pm at a cost of €50 per week. If you are interested in same please contact our office. Finally, Saturday 22nd April will see our sister facility Sesame Early Intervention centre participate in the Annual Mayors Ball. All funds raised will go towards transport for the service for the future. Contact, Eleanor McGrath or Natanya Geoghegan 058-43761.

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Students from Árd Scoil na nDéise at the National Meeting of the European Youth Parliament ON the 24th of March, 2018, we travelled to Cork for the twenty first national session of the European Youth Parliament. Arriving first at Sheila’s Hostel, we were all assigned rooms based on our committees. Our topic for the four days was called ‘Femm’. It was our job to decide on a motion of resolutions to better improve women's control over their reproductive lives as well as looking at ways to improve their health care and support services. The first three days of the session were based around committee work. We had to come up with introductory clauses to the motion, as well as operative clauses which further detailed how we would deal with the problem at hand. With all our facts and statistics acquired, we were now ready for the main event of the week. The general assembly was both nerve-wracking and exhilarating but nonetheless one of the most exciting experiences. With emotional speeches, thought-provoking points and strong opinions the assembly was a spectacle to behold. Everyone was dressed professionally and the atmosphere was tense as everyone fought to have their voice heard. Our committee was told last minute that we were going first and anxiously we began researching anything the opposing committees could throw at us. But all our worries were forgotten when we passed with a majority vote of 95 for and 15 against.We

Lowri Clancy Davies and Sinead O'Brien representing Ard Scoil na nDeise at European Youth Parliament in Cork.

had successfully passed our motion. Our victory was based on our ability to work together and support each other throughout the session. The four days brought us life experience and skills that we will never forget. Written by Sinead O’Brien & Lowri Clancy Davies FRENCH THEATRE GROUP VISITS ARD SCOIL NA nDÉISE A few weeks ago, a small group of French people came to our school, Ard Scoil na nDéise to perform a play that was about an hour and twenty minutes long. This group of people were extraordinary – they were funny and brilliantly skilled and also very good actors.

Hard at work doing preparation for the European Youth Parliament.

The French in the play was very simple and understandable, and here is a brief bit of detail. A director of une École des Arts Dramatiques named Madame Barbara, has a serious problem with her school. She needs €20,000 to keep her school on its feet and has applied to the government for a grant. When this play opens, the three teachers who make up the whole staff in the school are rehearsing a scene from a new play, but are interrupted by a messenger with a letter from the department, announcing that the minister himself will visit the school. To qualify for the grant, they must meet certain conditions. One of the conditions is being able to put on a production of a play that will act out all the skills taught in the school such as acting, singing, dancing etc. There must also be six teachers, which has them at an outrageous level of confusion. How can they make six teachers out of three! This play was short, but really funny. I really enjoyed it because they made everyone laugh and they even took volunteers from the audience. I loved this play and I think my classmates did too. Written by Ciara Young, 2nd Year

Audience participation during our recent French play!

An attentive audience for French Theatre for Schools.

ST. JOSEPH’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Coaching

Before the Easter Holidays all classes took part in the Young Geographer competition. Here are some of the boys from third class who took part.

EVERY Friday Seamus, Stephen and Tony come to school to coach hurling and football and all classes enjoy this and are very appreciative of this coaching. CAKE SALE The school had it's Easter cake sale and we would like to thank the parents who helped out at the cake sale and to everyone who baked and donated goodies for the sale.

Third class enjoying the coaching.

Callum Byrne and Devin McGovern.

Noah Condon.

Zeteny and Dawid.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

SCHOOLS

Almost ready to Go!

Youthreach Daffodil Day Camino huge success ON Friday March 23rd 2018, the students of Dungarvan Youthreach in association with the Irish Cancer Society, Quit.ie and Healthy Ireland; invited the public to join them on a tobacco free initiative, which saw them walk from Dungarvan to Kilmacthomas Workhouse on the Waterford Greenway (23 km). The start point of the walk was Walton Park Abbeyside, and walkers began to gather from about 9am. Tshirt in a range of colours and sizes were available at the start line (Irish cancer society: Yellow; Healthy Ireland: Green; Xhale: Orange). Participants were also provided with a Camino Passport, which was stamped at the beginning and at 4 subsequent stops along the way. The route would see participants walk 4km to Ballinroad, then onto the 10km mark at Durrow, the 18km mark was at McGraths Cross and the walk finished at Kilmacthomas Workhouse 23km. The start line was an array of colour, with brightly coloured promotional banners, which promoted the benefits quitting smoking. Kenneth’s on O’Connell Street very kindly donated yellow helium balloons to mark the start line. Walkers were offered water, kindly donated by Supervalu. Daffodil Day Pins were available for sale at the start line and donations were also accepted from walkers. The event was officially opened by Martina Blake and once the yellow ribbon was cut walkers were on their way. The walkers made their way to stop two, Ballinroad, where Kate Cassidy from Quit.ie was ready and waiting to test the carbon monoxide levels of any participants that were interested. Walkers stamped their passports here. An additional number of walkers joined us at this point,

Brian gets in touch with nature.

Youthreach students register participants for their Camino. Musicians in the tunnel. including students from Youghal Youthreach. Participants were offered water and Flapjacks which were kindly sponsored by Ballygowan and Flahavans respectively. Walkers then continued towards the tunnel, where they were met by live acoustics echoing through the tunnel. Many walkers stopped for a song or a photo, before continuing on to Durrow. Passports were stamped at Durrow, stop three on the route. O’Mahony’s was open for tea and coffee, and apples and bananas were available to all participants compliments of Connor Lannon in Country Store. Water was also available to participants and this was sponsored by Eurospar. Participants were encouraged to take photos using our specially designed facebook frames. The next leg of the Camino was the longest, and as walkers set out on the 8 km stretch they were pleasantly surprised by the countryside. Many had never walked beyond Durrow before and this Camino was the perfect opportunity to walk the

Greenway. With weary legs, walkers arrived at McGraths Cross, stop four, and stamped their passports. They were offered a multitude of sugary treats to give them the energy to get them over the final hurdle. Water was again available, kindly sponsored by Aldi. The last leg of the walk was definitely the hardest. Legs were tired and the weather was beginning to change. However, once Kilmacthomas came into view, participants found a new lease of life. On arrival at the Workhouse in Kilmacthomas, participants stamped their passports for the final time and with a great sense of satisfaction and pride made their way to the Coach House Coffee Shop where they were served a hot meal. Water was made available once again, kindly sponsored by Ballygowan. Sincere thanks to Garda Shane O’Sullivan our First Aider on the day, who completed the route by bike. Thanks to Maria Conroy who accompanied Shane with water and supplies, and to Brian Mulvihill who also travelled by bike. A huge thank you to Sonia Young and Martina O’Sullivan, who made sure each stop along the way was covered, and well stocked with refreshments; to the staff that walked the route Maria Carney, Louise Conroy Fahey, and Blanche Starling; to the members of the public that took part; to the students from Youghal Youthreach and to the students of Dungarvan Youthreach for the efforts. A sincere thank you to our sponsors: Flahavans, Ballygowan, Country Store, Supervalu, Eurospar, Aldi, and Kenneths. A big thank you also to Irish Cancer Society, Quit.ie, Healthy Ireland. Pobal, and the LCDC. A total of €250.00 was raised for daffodil day from the event.

Youthreach Students with Martina Blake and Kate Cassidy.

Pat Nugents calls to wish us well.

Siobhain O'Connell Collects money raised.

LETTERS/NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

Letters to the Editor … Address Letters to: The Editor, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Fax: 058 41559. e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie ALL letters MUST include your name, address and telephone number for authenticity purposes.

Official Abortion Statistics in UK are frightening Dear Editor, The UK Government's Report on Abortion Statistics in England and Wales for 2016 provides stark reading. 185,596 babies were aborted by women resident in England/Wales in 2016. 38% of these women had had at least one previous abortion. 3,208 babies were aborted as they had disabilities. 9 babies were aborted because they had a cleft lip/cleft palate. Abortions for babies with disabilities can take place up to birth. Is this really what we want for Ireland? Yours, etc., AEDÍN TYNAN, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Ireland open your eyes Editor, A downward slippery slope if the 8th is removed from our constitution...........Alan Guttmacher, the American obstetrician-gynecologist, was president of Planned Parenthood and vice president of the American Eugenics Society probably spread abor-

tion on demand throughout the world more than any other individual. HOW? First campaign to have abortion legal in the "hard" cases of incest and abortion. Eg. teenage girl, 13 is pregnant as a result of rape or incest. The incidence of pregnancy from rape or incest is around 1%. In many cases abortion is performed against the wishes of the girl, and is in fact used to cover-up the crime. 2. Next...expand the exceptions for abortion to include "severe foetal abnormality" and to "save the life of the mother," which is then expanded to "when the physical or mental health of the mother is at risk." This last definition is taken by abortionists to mean abortion on demand and 98-99 percent of all abortions for performed for 'mental health' reasons. 3. Lise Fortier, an abortionist, said in 1980 "Each and every pregnancy threatens a woman's life. From a strict medical viewpoint, every pregnancy should be aborted." 4. Abortion advocates believe that extreme youth is a reason for abortion (childbirth would endanger the life of the girl). Saying abortion should be mandatory for girls 14 and under...A 4-year study by National Institute of Child Health Development (NICHD) and the Uni. of Pennsylvania based upon case histories of 9,000 women who had given birth in a Copenhagen hospital. Researcher Dr. Brian Sutton-Smith stated that "We have found that teen-age mothers, given proper care, have the LEAST complications in childbirth. The younger the mother, the BETTER the birth.' IRELAND OPEN YOUR EYES....WE ARE HEADED DOWN THE SAME SLIPPERY SLOPE AS USA, CANADA ETC....WELCOME FULL TERM ABORTION AND THERE IS

NOTHING WE CAN DO TO STOP IT.......... If we repeal the 8th amendment, all we actually do is take the power from the people and give it to the politicians.This government can then do what they want. Indeed subsequent governments can also do whatever they want, including increasing the period to full term.. ....do you trust politicians?? Our babies have value, their lives mean something and are worth fighting for.To think that we are being asked to just sign away the rights and protections of our children is unthinkable. Our children need protection. The 8th ensures them that protection...... VIRGILA KILLIGREW Dungarvan

Referendum posters may be unsightly, but absolutely essential Editor, We all agree that County Waterford is beautiful with many heritage and scenic locations visited by 1000’s of much needed tourists during the Summer season. Our Government have decided to hold a very divisive abortion referendum right at the peak of our tourist season. This means that posters will be erected throughout the county whilst tourists will be visiting our beautiful county with their families.

It’s a life or death vote and there are passionate voters on both sides. As a ProLife campaigner I would prefer to be spending my days with my family enjoying the beauty of Waterford but instead, I’m forced to spend every spare moment trying to counter the abortion biased national media and politicians who want unrestricted abortion in our country. The only tool we have to get the prolife facts out to the voters in Waterford are our street posters. At the time of writing, there’s just six weeks to the Referendum. It will be all over in a few short weeks and every poster will be promptly removed. We are hoping that enough NO voters will come out and save the 8th Amendment but whatever the result, the posters will be gone off the streets for good. It was our Governments decision to hold a referendum in May.We must respond. It really is a life or death issue and referendum posters are essential to counter the biased national media and politicians. For the people who oppose the 8th Amendment and do not want ProLife posters in their town or village, we ask that they be respectful of our prolife views and our Prolife posters. For the residents who complain that the posters are unsightly and may affect tourism, we ask that you graciously accept the inconvenience for a few short weeks and consider the importance of posters in this life and death referendum in comparison to all other local issues. I, and my prolife friends, thank the residents of beautiful County Waterford for your ongoing tolerance and respect.We will promptly remove the posters after 25th May and spend some much needed time with our own families enjoying the beauty of our County Waterford. VICKY WALL

Pupils from Whitechurch N.S. who were Confirmed by the Most Rev. Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan in Ballinameela Church. Included are Fr. Gerry O'Connor, P.P.; Michael Culloo, School Principal and Teachers Caroline O'Connor, Aisling [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Casey, Martina Collins, Genevieve Gee, Alison Maher.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

ALAN JORDAN Plymouth and formerly of McCarthyville, Abbeyside Feelings of profound sorrow and regret were evoked with the passing of Alan Jordan on Tuesday, 27th February. Predeceased by his brother Kevin, we extend our heartfelt sympathy to Alan’s parents Renie and Billy; brothers Liam, David, Pat, Philip and Ross; extended family, other relatives and friends. Alan was born in 1970 in Kilrush, Dungarvan, and was ten months old when the family moved to McCarthyville, Abbeyside. He attended Abbeyside National School and then St. Augustine’s College where he developed a love for art. In his youth, Alan was also a keen break dancer and was never seen without his roll of lino tucked under his arm! Alan also had a great love of music, with the band A-Ha a particular favourite, copying the band’s style of dress, haircut and leather bracelets. He was employed at Dungarvan Leather Factory and Cappoquin Chickens and before he moved to England was a big part of the FCA for nearly fifteen years. Alan was known as a hard working but fun-loving prankster. He attended every single camp and ranked to Corporal and Sergeant where he trained many new recruits. Alan also loved Karate and succeeded in reaching a Dan1 Black Belt. Another passion of Alan’s was American Football where he followed the progress of his favourite team the New England Patriots with great enthusiasm. Alan was very well liked and loved and will be sorely missed by his family, relatives, friends and all who knew him. May Alan rest in peace. Alan lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Tuesday, 3rd April. Many people came to pay their respects and console his bereaved family. In the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends the Rosary was recited. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Alan’s life was celebrated by Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., on Wednesday, 4th April, in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. At the beginning of Mass items of great significance in Alan’s life were presented at the altar; a CD was brought by Chloe Jordan (niece), an FCA beret was presented by Olivier (nephew) and an American football was brought by Megan Jordan (niece). The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the large congregation by Maria Jordan (sister-in-law) and Claire Thompson (sister-in-law).The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Liam Jordan (nephew) and Kristal Thompson (niece).The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine were presented at the altar by Mary McGovern (Godmother) and Lauren Jordan (niece). Throughout the Mass sacred hymns were beautifully played and sung by Christina and Eimear Tobin. Afterwards Alan was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery, Fr. Hassett, P.P., led the Rite of Committal and imparted the graveside blessing. In a moving tribute to Alan and his love of music, the song “Take On Me” by A-Ha, was played on CD. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PIERCE CASEY Ballyvoile, Stradbally With deep regret we record the passing of Pierce Casey which sad event occurred on Thursday, 12th April, 2018. Removal was from his residence on Saturday morning to The Holy Cross Church, Stradbally. Following Funeral Mass on arrival, celebrated by Fr. Condon, P.P., assisted by Fr. Enright, P.E., and Fr. Lucey, P.P., burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Patricia; daughters Emma and Kate; family, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy.

OBITUARY SEAMUS (Shamie) POWER Ballyvecane, Glencairn, Lismore It is with great sadness and deep regret we record the passing of Seamus (Shamie) Power, Ballyvecane, Glencairn, Lismore, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred on 19th March, 2018, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in the tender and loving care of the staff at Marymount Hospice, Cork. Sham was born on 13th August, 1970. He attended Primary and Secondary School in Cappoquin, Co. Waterford. His first job was at Jerry O’Keeffe Sawmills in Lismore. Over the years he had various jobs until finishing work in Eurofab Technologies in Dungarvan. His love for his family was evident any time you visited his home. Motorsport was his passion from an early age from fixing cars in his back garden, to serving as chief marshal in West Waterford Autograss and notably racing on the Mondello Park race track last year. He also loved to fish and always tried his hand at a bit of DIY. Sham enjoyed having a pint and some craic with his large circle of friends, often ending the night with his rendition of “Jingle Bells”, in all seasons. Sham had a very kind heart and a quick wit and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. “There comes a time we all must part, But you left too soon and broke our hearts, We know that you are now at peace, Our thoughts of you will never cease”. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Wednesday evening where funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. Michael Melican, I.C., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and many friends, before removal took place to the Church Of Immaculate Conception,Tallow. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Thursday morning by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., and Rev. Fr. Crowley. Symbols representing his life were presented to the altar by (sons) Evan Sheehan and Jordan Power (steering wheel); friend Rob Crowley (Mondello Park Cert.); niece Elaine Sheehan (bells); sisterin-law and niece Esther and Chloe Power (can of Guinness); brother Walter Power (fishing reel); wife Jillian Power (family photograph); friend Jerry Kelly (Nicky Hannigan Trophy); the significance of these was narrated by Ashleigh Sheehan (niece). Readings during the Mass were recited by Mike McCormac (friend) and Cora-Anne Sheehan (daughter). Prayers of the Faithful were read by Eddie Dunlea (friend), Michael Sheehan (brother-inlaw), Eimear Sheehan and Gary Morrissey (friend). Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by his Godchildren Daineadh Power and Keelan Hannigan. Seamus’s niece Jessica Power sang “Amazing Grace” during Communion. Communion Reflection was recited by Susan Power (sister-in-law). Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Seamus was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he Rest In Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving heartbroken wife Jillian (nee Sheehan); his loving children Jordan, Evan and Cora-Anne; mother Maureen (nee O’Keeffe); father Sham; sister Margaret; brothers Liam and Walter; father-in-law Michael Sheehan; daughter-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncle, aunt, nephews, nieces, grandchildren and Godchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 21st April, 2018, at 6.30 p.m. in The Immaculate Conception Church, Tallow. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh and Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

(Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

MICHAEL (Micky) POWER 20 Keating Street, Dungarvan RONNIE CURRAN Glenariska, Old Parish It is with sadness and deep regret we record the passing of Ronnie Curran which sad event occurred on Friday, 13th April, 2018. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Saturday evening to The Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Old Parish. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Sunday morning and burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Kathleen; family, relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

We write with feelings of deep sorrow and regret of the passing of Michael (Micky) Power on Wednesday, 11th April. We express our deepest sympathy to Micky’s brothers, sisters, extended family both at home and abroad. Micky lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Friday evening, 13th April, where in the presence of his loving family, relatives, friends and neighbours the Rosary was recited. On Saturday evening, 14th April, following Funeral Prayers recited by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A., the removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Sunday, 15th April, by Canon W. Ryan, P.P., and afterwards Micky was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

59 JIMMY BURKE Carrigeen, Old Parish It is with deep sadness and regret we record the passing of Jimmy Burke which sad event occurred on Sunday, 15th April, 2018. Funeral Mass will take place today (Wednesday) at 12 o’clock in St. Nicholas’ Church, Ring. Burial will take place afterwards in the new cemetery. To his wife Mary; family, relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

FR. DENIS COLLINS, O.C.S.O. Mount Melleray Abbey, Cappoquin It is with sincere sorrow and regret we record the passing of Fr. Denis Collins, O.C.S.O., Mount Melleray Abbey, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on the 14th April, 2018. Lying in repose at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin, on Sunday evening where funeral prayers were recited in the presence of his loving family, residents and staff of Padre Pio Rest Home before removal took place to Mount Melleray Abbey Church. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Dom Abbot Richard Purcell, O.C.S.O., and his Monastic Community where Fr. Denis lay in repose in the Community Chapel. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday afternoon in Mount Melleray Abbey Church. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the Community Cemetery where Fr. Denis, O.C.S.O., was laid to rest in the presence of his Monastic Community, family, relatives and friends. May he Rest In Peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to by his Monastic Community and his sister Theresa (Walsh); brother-in-law Dan; sister-in-law Bernie; nieces, nephews, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Fourth Sunday of Easter: Acts 4:8-12 - This is the only name by which we can be saved. 1 John 3:1-2 - We shall see God as he really is. John 10:11-18 The good shepherd is one who lays down his life for his sheep. Our Mother of Perpetual Help Novena: This Novena continues each Monday evening at 7.30 p.m. until Monday, June 4th next. No 9.30 a.m. Mass on Mondays during the novena. Sacrament of Confirmation: Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan will Confirm in the faith of their baptism, the boys and girls of the sixth classes in our five schools on Saturday next, 21st April at 11.00 a.m. World Day of prayer for Vocations: Next Sunday, April 22nd, the Fourth Sunday of Easter, Good Shepherd Sunday is also World Day of Prayer for Vocations.We pray for the 2 men who are studying for priesthood in this diocese, three others who are discerning their vocation at present. We ‘pray to the Lord of the Harvest to send labourers into his harvest.’ Every Life Counts: Vicky Wall will speak at the Vigil Mass and the 12 o’clock Mass next weekend as a member of the group ‘Every Life Counts’ and will share her personal experience. Weekly Collection Envelopes (May 2018 – May 2019): The boxes of weekly col-

lection envelopes for the next year, May 2018 – May 2019 are being prepared at present. The number of boxes which are ordered each year has dropped dramatically from 700 just two years ago to 540 this year. If you are not already receiving a box of envelopes and would like to receive a box for the coming year, please complete a Weekly Envelope Box Request Form which is available around the church and in the porches or contact the Parish Office. Using a box of envelopes helps to maintain, and hopefully increase weekly income, and also increase the income from the tax rebate/refund scheme which depends on the use of the weekly envelope to be able to record the amount contributed over the year. Thank you for your generosity to St. Mary’s Parish at all times. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 058-42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 0862334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087-7747870.

FARMING Big Week On The Farm

National and local celebrities during RTE1 hit show Big Week on the Farm Hosts of this year’s ‘Big Week on the Farm’ Gillian and Neil O’Sullivan with their children Fionn (6), Tim (2) and Hannah (4). Big Week on the Farm was broadcast live on RTÉ One all last week from their dairy farm, overlooking Dungarvan bay, with a 150 strong live studio audience each night.

The purpose-built studio on the fields of the O’Sullivan family’s dairy farm.

The O’Sullivan dairy farm in Kilgobinet on which ‘Big Week On The Farm’ was filmed.

Neil O’Sullivan puts the bedding down for the calves.

Gillian O’Sullivan tending to the calves.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

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TO LET 25 Acres of Silage Ground at Cappagh, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Available for two cuts unfertilised. For further details contact Nicholas Dwane on 087 2629539

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Get cattle out Walk you farm and pick out your driest fields. If you can’t manage paddock grazing, put a small number of livestock out on a large area.This will ease shed space and save on silage. Get calved cows out by day. To aid recovery on grazed paddocks, graze only 1⁄5 of land available per week. When growth does take off, speed up the rotation length by grazing 1⁄3 of the grazing area per week. Spread fertiliser Apply 40 units N/acre. If no fertilizer has been spread to date, go again in 2-3 weeks time with another 30 units of N per acre.You could switch to a compound like 18-6-12 where ground conditions are very good. Where possible apply slurry to the ground only after it has been grazed. FODDER SHORTAGE OPTIONS FOR SHEEP FLOCKS Meal feeding Initial covers may be sufficient to provide adequate grass for ewes post lambing but they will reduce rapidly. Supplementing ewes with between 0.5kg and 1 kg of concentrate per head per day will help to reduce grass demand until growth rates improve. Where ewes with young lambs are being forced to graze lower than 3 cm then concentrate supplementation should be increased to 1.5 kg per head per day especially during wet weather when ewe intakes will be reduced further. Ensure that concentrates have Calmag to protect ewes against grass tetany. Fertiliser Heavily stocked farms that applied fertiliser in late February are now due a second application. This should be applied once weather and ground conditions are suitable regardless of the response that has been achieved from the first application. Animal health Be vigilant when herding ewes for signs of sore teats due to harsh weather and over suckling by lambs. Where possible affected ewes (and her lambs) should be rehoused and treated twice daily with an antibiotic spray until the sores are healed. If mastitis has already set in, her lambs should be removed and artificially reared. ADVICE AVAILABLE If you require more detailed advice contact your local Teagasc office to speak to a Professional Agricultural Adviser.

Week Ending: 16/4/18 Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day KG Meal KG/Cow/Day Average Farm Cover Cover Per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

Grange, Waterford 25.5 4.50 3.22 1.97 4kgs 689 265 1,500 34 35

South Kilkenny 26.6 4.64 3.55 2.17 3 689 231 1,400 45 35

Comments: Grange Waterford • 30 Units N/Acre this week to bring total N to 100 units/acre for end of April. • Cows tail painted with 2 weeks, any cow not cycling by end of the 3rd week will be checked by Vet. • Plan to start breeding on the 30th April. South Kilkenny • Third round of fertiliser will be spread this week. Two bags of 18/6/12 per acre. • Silage manure will be spread this week. • Heifers will be weighed.

BREEDER HAS FOR SALE – Selection of PBR Angus and Hereford Bulls. Easy calving. From a closed herd. Up to 24 months of age. Can deliver. Tel. (087) 6176746. (27-4) 3 YEAR OLD BB COW FOR SALE – With 4 month old Limousin Calf at foot. Tel. (087) 3920753.

FOR HIRE UMBILLICA SLURRY SPREADING FOR HIRE – Cashel Contracting, Ballyduff Upper. Tel. (087) 2762062 (Martin Cashell) / (087) 2275371 (Michael Cashell). (27-4)

WANTED BPS ENTITLEMENTS TO LEASE FOR 2018 – A minimum of 5 entitlements per lease. A maximum of 60 entitlements can be facilitated. Tel. (087) 7830601. (27-4)

Road Worthiness Testing IFA National Environment Chairman Thomas Cooney has welcomed the pragmatic decision by Transport Minister Shane Ross to limit the requirement for compulsory roadworthiness testing to tractors doing non-agricultural work, and with a maximum design speed exceeding 40km/hr. He said, “After months of protracted negotiations, it is good to see IFA has convinced Minister Ross and his officials to accept that famers are already heavily regulated when it comes to transporting farm produce. “For example, farmers are currently legally required under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 to ensure that brakes, handbrake, mirrors, lights, indicators, wipers and hitches are all in working order. “We understand and support safety. However, we oppose excessive and wasteful duplication, whether that’s in transport or other inspections,” he added. Concluding,Thomas Cooney said, “Minister Ross must now immediately publish the clear definitions and regulations which give effect to this decision. There can be no room for confusion.”

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

Monthly Rainfall Totals Over 31 years THE Irish in general and our farmers in particular spend hours discussing the weather and it is very much in the news at present with the long-wet winter causing problems for all branches of farming. Supplies of winter feed are low or even running out in some places causing major problems for livestock farmers while tillage farmers are weeks behind in planting their spring crops. No matter what type of farming you are engaged in the weather dictates when most operations are carried out to best maximise yields and returns. When weather is favourable farm work is a pleasure, but unfavourable weather can cause stress for people “behind the plough”. Sometimes severe weather seems to go on for ever with the past winter being a good example. Rainfall patterns in Ireland are variable, from county to county and even between areas a few miles distance from each other: differences in elevation, distance from the coast and position North, South, East or West pro-

duce significant differences in rainfall patterns. Having been a voluntary observer for Met Eireann for well over 30 years it was time to look at rainfall history in my own area here near Tallow in West Waterford. This information is important no matter what type of farming operation is carried out in planning field work and calculating how much winter feed is needed for livestock. The records turned up some interesting information, showing the driest and wettest months on average and how rainfall extremes can occur in almost any month of the year. June 2012, for example, 247 mm (9.73ins) fell, playing havoc with silage and tillage operations. Annual rainfall varied from 1549.8mm (61.02ins) in 2009 to 926mm (36.49ins) in 2005 a difference of 67.3%. It also shows that depending on averages can be risky.You may be lucky most years but sometimes you will not.

Work pressure, sowing barley in late evening near Tallow West Waterford.

[John O’Mahony]

Monthly Rainfall Totals 1987-2017

1260.60 1433.10 1148.80 1206.30 1089.70 1045.60 1328.50 1413.80 1241.80 1434.30 1271.40 1247.10 1066.30 1173.00 1092.50 1412.95 983.57 967.80 926.80 1213.50 1057.60 1060.70 1549.80 1042.30 935.80 1211.00 1186.80 1342.80 1265.90 1133.60 1095.41 1188.36 46.79

Sowing barley in late evening near Tallow West Waterford.

[John O’Mahony]

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

Council limited in help it can provide to farmers By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is sympathetic towards difficulties currently facing the farming community but is helpless to help them by altering arrangements surrounding the Local Improvement Schemes (LIS) that relate to local roads, Senior Engineer for Roads Gabriel Hynes told April’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting. Cllr. James Tobin had broached the matter as he reflected that the devastatingly bad and extended winter had devastated the farming sector. “What farmers have suffered over the past months has been unbelievable”, he began. The Councillor said some local roads were

so bad that bulk tank lorries could not access areas to collect milk. Pleading that any help the council could offer should be provided, he reminded that when the recent storms hit, “farmers and agricultural contractors were first out with their machinery and helped clear the roads. Now we as a council should be prepared to put our shoulders to the wheel to help them”, he urged. Cllr. Tobin said he knew “for fact” that some farmers would be unable to pay the 10 or 15% required under LIS, to have roads repaired. “Farmers are in pretty bad state financially and otherwise”, he elaborated, as he suggested that the council might await payment of the percentage until after the harvest or next year. “The council shouldn’t stop

from doing any road now for want of the 15%”, he suggested. Mr. Hynes said the council had received an allocation of €282,000 for the LIS, and that twelve schemes had been selected. The successful applicants would contribute “10 or 15% depending on the numbers involved.” However, while acknowledging the difficulties being faced by farmers, the conditions were laid down by the Department of Rural and Community development the Engineer said. It was up to the department to “set aside the contribution for a period of time”, he explained. “I don’t think we can complete an LIS without the money being up front”, he informed. Mr. Hynes said he would raise the matter with the department in the meantime.

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Emer O’Connell, Ballygarron, Bonmahon, Co. Waterford who received her certificate in Agriculture Level 6 from Kildalton Agricultural College in the Newpark Hotel recently, Emer was also presented with the Student of the Year award 2016/2017 by Richard Kennedy I.F.A. Vice President and Tony Pettit, Head of Education at Kildalton College.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I am young, trained and am farming with my father as a joint herd number. I applied for the National reserve and young farmer’s scheme last year but my application was rejected because I did not have my green cert until July and the cut-off date was the 15th May. As I now have my educational qualification and course completed, is it possible to re-apply for the scheme? I am farming 10 hectares that are without entitlements. Can you please advise? Answer: As you have completed a recognised course of education you will be entitled to submit a new application for the National reserve and young farmer’s scheme this year. Again, the closing date is the 15th May. You will however need a new declaration signed and witnessed by a solicitor for this year’s application.Your adviser should have copies of all other documentation from last year.To be sure, it might be no harm to

check with your adviser beforehand. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Farming has the highest number of fatalities in the Irish workplace. Put your family first and be farm safety aware! Together we can make a difference!

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DRY COWS 1 Her. 765 kgs. made €1,230. 1 Fr. 765 kgs. made €1,135. 1 Fr. 690 kgs. made €1,100. 1 Fr. 690 kgs. made €1,070. BULLOCKS 8 A.A. 621 kgs. made €1,245 each. 9 Frs. 680 kgs. made €1,215 each. 2 Char. 435 kgs. made €975. 6 Her. 366 kgs. made €800. 8 A.A. 344 kgs. made €720 each. 4 A.A. 356 kgs. made €815 each. 7 Her. 432 kgs. made €910 each. HEIFERS 2 Lim. 542 kgs. made €1,100 each. 8 A.A. 516 kgs. made €1,040 each. 1 Char. 420 kgs. made €920. 4 A.A. 210 kgs. made €450 each. 2 Lim. 370 kgs made €830 each. SUCKLERS sold from €900 to €1,100. CALVES Bulls: Fr. Bulls made from €85 to €140 and up to €200 for strong fr. bulls. Aberdeen Angus bulls made from €140 to €180 and up to €210 for stronger bulls. Her. Bulls made from €140 to €190 and up to €280 for stronger her bulls. Heifers: Heifer calves made from €100 up to €140 and up to €190 for quality heifer calves. Special Entries for Monday next, 23rd April, 2018: (1) 2 Pedigree Aberdeen Angus Bulls 14 months old (for a local producer); (2) 14 Maiden Heifers, Lim/Charolais, off British Fr. Cows, suitable for Sucklers. (For a local producer).

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COMPLETE CLEARANCE SALE OF 90 SPRING CALVED HEIFERS AND COWS ON THURSDAY, 3rd MAY, 2018 at 11.30 a.m. Complete clearance Sale of 95 Spring Calved Heifers and Cows, property of Mr. Peter O’Callaghan Fallagh, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford. All from a grass based production system. Approx. 35 First Calvers, 30 Second Calvers and 30 third and fourth Calvers. Also 35 Maiden Heifers, all recently T.B tested. Further details from Dungarvan Mart • Tel. 058-41611

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YOU will be well aware from the advertising spread in the rest of your Dungarvan Observer this week, that the Festival of Food will be held this coming weekend.There is widespread coverage of the event inside, so I won’t go over all of the details of the pro-

gramme again. I would like to remind you of a location off the beaten track where you can retreat for a short while to regain your strength and revive your spirit. On this coming Friday at 7.30 p.m. in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland, Dr. Mike Watts will

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talk about feeding the spirit. This will be an evening of music and chat with refreshments served. There will be a Children's Baking Competition on Saturday from 1–2 p.m. with Healthy Snacks a feature. On Sunday, Marie Ahearne will be there at

2.00 p.m. to demonstrate the art of Icing Cakes; there will be a Pet Contest at 3.00 p.m. and finally that evening, The High Hopes will be there in concert from 7. Tickets at €10 each are available at Kelly’s Chemists. Afternoon teas in antique china will be served 12–5

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p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Funds generated over the weekend will be divided between St. Mary’s and GROW, the mental health group which has been quietly and discreetly helping local people with mental health issues for decades. From the Festival of Food Programme.

G r e a t c o n c e r t fo r G l e n c a i r n ‘ABSOLUTELY thrilled to bits’ was how John Morgan, Conductor and Musical Director described his reaction at the end of the Concert for Glencairn in Lawlors Hotel last Saturday night, where a full house had seen and heard the music and singing of the Llandeilo Town Band from Wales. Just five years in existence and with a population much smaller than Dungarvan, Llandeilo has assembled over thirty-five musicians, with a couple of singers, who give a magnificent concert with a varied programme.

John Morgan is also the MC of the group introducing each piece with some background information with a bit of humour thrown in. The band and supporters, together with Eifion Davies, the Mayor of Landeilo Fawr Town Council were received very warmly by the enthusiastic audience and were not disappointed over the next couple of hours. “The people of Dungarvan have been amazing,” says John, “it has been an absolute privilege to play for such an appreciative audience. We are only five years old,” he said,

“and one of the first places we played was in the bandstand in our town, the first time a band had played there in sixty years.” On their short visit last weekend, the band had a small window in the weather to play on the bandstand in Cobh, so maybe on a return visit they will play in the bandstand in our Town Park overlooking the magnificent view of Dungarvan Bay. “I know the band members have enjoyed their trip immensely and loved their time in Dungarvan and playing for the people here,” he

said. “As we came over here we were discussing closer contacts with our neighbours and we may well consider a more formal relationship with the town in the future.” Mayor of Llandeilo, Eifion Davies said he was delighted to take up John Morgan’s invitation to come to Ireland with the band, the Mayor and his partner, together with Councillor Edward Thomas. “It was an honour to be part of the group and come over here to Dungarvan,” said Mayor Davies. This band has been a credit to our town and have fulfilled the many func-

tions we have asked them to do. We have had fireworks and concerts and charitable events and they have been there to support the town in all of them. We are indebted to them for the hard work they do.” “John Morgan is a great Conductor and role model for the young people of the band and we are lucky and delighted to have him.” Sr. Lily from the Sisters in Glencairn was in her element on the drums, but found time to thank everyone who had given their time to help with their fundraising and put on a

very enjoyable performance. “The people of Dungarvan and West Waterford continue to be very generous towards us,” she said, “and we thank them and bless them for that. They continue to be in our prayers daily,” The proceeds of the tickets, raffle and donations came to a very welcome €2,800 to go against the essential repairs of the Monastery at Glencairn. So, we can probably look forward to more visits from Llandeilo Town Band and, in time, maybe even more people from their area and the wider Wales.

Pictured at the Concert for Glencairn in Lawlors Hotel last Saturday evening are the members of the Llandeilo Town Band with their Conductor / Musical Director, John Morgan. Also included are Sr. Lily on the drums, Sr. Mairead, Sr. Josephine and Sr. Anna from Glencairn Abbey with the Mayor of Dungarvan, Cllr. Pat Nugent, the Mayor of Llandeilo, Cllr. Eifion Davies, Cllr. John Pratt and other visitors from Llandeilo. [Tom Keith]

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SPEEDY RATHGORMACK OUTPLAYS GAULTIER

Cork 4-20; Waterford 0-5 Page 7

SEE PAGE 24 Jockey Davy Russell, Youghal, holds the 2018 Radox Health Grand National Trophy after he won the race on Tiger Roll at Aintree on Saturday last. [Grossick Racing Photography]

INSET: Tiger Roll jumps the water fence. [Edward Whitaker]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

24th Annual Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series

48th Annual Bluewall Paddy Flanagan Memorial Road Race RACE 3 and one of the oldest road race’s in the country the Bluewall Waterford to Tramore 7.5 mile event takes place on Saturday, April 28th. The race starts at Waterford's new Viking Triangle in Waterford city and goes out the Tramore road to finish in Tramore outside Splashworld. Showers, refreshments, and prize giving will be in the GAA centre in Tramore after. Registration will be available on

www.totaltiming.ie and on the day entries are between 5:45 and 6:45. This race has really grown in popularity with another big turnout expected for this year's race, we urge all athletes to please register online to ease queues on the night. Again Bluewall Technologies have come onboard as main sponsor for the 7th year. Changing and shower facilities plus refreshments and prize-giving will take place in the Tramore GAA clubhouse after

the race. The usual array of prizes will be on offer. Course record Pauline Lambe Tullamore Harriers A.C. 44.03 (2010) Sandis Bralitis West Waterford AC 36.44 (2010). To register for the Waterford to Tramore race go into Waterford AC web site attached below. It’s €10 pre-registration and €15 on the race night. www.waterfordac.com

Irish Universities Track and Field Championships 2018

Three medals and one national honour for West Waterford athletes THE Irish Universities track and field championships for 2018 were held on Saturday at the beautifully appointed Mary Peters Track in Belfast. The competition started Friday and continued for three days ending on Sunday with all the third level institutes battling it out for honours overall all track and field disciplines. West Waterford AC was well represented with three athletes representing three different colleges taking part. Micheál Power in the 10,000 metres for UCC, Yuri Kanash for UL in the pole vault and Kate Veale

for DCU in the 1,500 metres walk. Micheál took part in the 10,000 metres and in a jam packed field finished with bronze running a solid 31.49.33. Micheál will be preparing now for a big race in Highgate on May 19th with his sights firmly set on a qualifying time of under 31 minutes for this year's world under 20 track and field championships to be held in Tampere Finland in July. Yuri in the pole vault proved to be back to his best as he cleared 4.40 to take gold for UL. Yuri has a personal best of 4.45 but unfortunately missed much of the end of last year with a serious injury and

West Waterford athletes complete Manchester Marathon THE club was well represented recently at the Manchester Marathon but it was to be a mixed bag of performances, firstly Peter and Michelle Cunningham both trained really smartly for this race and were both rewarded with marathon PB's with Peter clocking 3.38 and Michelle ran 4.00, great running by both. Michael Coakley who trained diligently also for this marathon having ran only one other which was Dublin in 2006 where he clocked 5.50. He knocked a whopping 43 minutes off this time when he crossed the finish line in 5.07. In marathon running not all goes to plan for everyone as we well know, and this was the case for Andy Fleet who went through the half in a solid 1.23 however not long after the halfway mark he pick up a knee injury which saw him struggle to get to the finish line which he did completing the 26.2 miler in 4.02. Likewise Kate Meskill found her training the final few weeks difficult with an injury she picked up some weeks out, she did finish however clocking a time of 4.27. For sure Kate and Andy will revisit this distance but for now it’s rest and recovery time for them both.

When in Rome

is now just getting back to top flight pole vaulting. The club’s final athlete on the track was Kate Veale competing for the last time for DCU in the 1,500 metres race walk. Kate took gold here in a super 6.14.48, the story of the day didn't end there as it was announced shortly after the race that Kate had broken one of the oldest national records in the books when she whipped 8 seconds off twice Irish Olympic race walker Gillian O’Sullivan's 1997 record of 6.22.67. This rounded off a memorable few days for our young club athletes.

Emer Casey Memorial 5k THE annual Emer Casey memorial 5k Road Race was held in Youghal last Thursday evening a a good field of 341 completed the course. The overall winner was Andrew Sheehan Leevale AC 15.48 with the ladies race going to Sinead O'Connor Leevale AC in 17.12. Our fist runner home was in 9th place when Jason Travers ran a superb time of 17.19, John Nee was next in 21.04 while Margaret Conway ran a time of 27.38. Micheal Coakley fresh from his marathon exploits ran a time over the much shorter distance of 27.48 while Theresa Hickey broke the 30 minute mark with 29.36 likewise Denise Conway also broke 30 with 29.48, Maeve Lattimore completed the run in 35.11 while Linda Foley clocked 32.36, well done to all.

WELL done to two club members who ran Sunday’s Rome marathon, Mick Concannon completed the course on what was a very warm day for marathon running in 3.59.09 while Eddie Doran ran a time of 4.40.

Faugheen 5K

I WAS born to be a runner. I simply love to run. It's almost like the faster I go, the easier it becomes.

Ideal evening for week 3 of Mark Mason Financial Services Colligan Spring Running League ROUND 3 of the Mark Mason Financial Services Colligan Spring League took place last Thursday evening in the beautiful surrounds of Colligan Wood on what was, once again, a perfect evening for running. The league starts each night at 6.30 p.m. The league is held over 5 nights and to be included in the tables you need to run 4 out of the 5 nights league will continue for the next two Thursday evenings (April 19th and finally April 26th). So no excuses folks why not come along and give it a go for yourself if you missed the first few evenings, you can still join, just come to the club van at the wooden bridge around 6.15 p.m. and we will get you started for two more nights. TWO LAP RUNNERS STARTING TO IMPROVE TIMES Tony Dwyer lead home the two lap runners, many who are getting faster as the weeks progress. Tony made it three wins from three this week as he covered the 2 laps of Colligan in 20.26, a 28 scond improvement on last week. Onra Power was next in 21.20 (26 seconds improvement). As was the case last week, Onra was followed by Gerry Cummins (22.16) and Micheal Moynihan (23.35). Trevor O'Donnell has a good run finishing in 24.12, just ahead of Mairead Foley (24.16). Well done to all 14 participants in the 2 lap league and keep up the efforts for the next 2 weeks. 5 MILE FLAT WIN FOR NEIL POWER This week we had 5 taking on the 5 mile flat route and they were

led home by Neil Power in a time of 38.57 just ahead of Paul Brunnock (39.07). Claire Wall and Kelly Shalloe kept each other company this week running together, Claire however was first lady in 43.19 just 1 second ahead of Kelly Shalloe (43.20) with Evelyn Beresford next when running 49.33. MOSSIE KEOGH BACK IN FORM ON THE 5 MILE HILLS We had a great entry of 45 runners taking on the trail run in Colligan this week and first home on the night and back running very well was Mossie Keogh in 32.27 (27 seconds ahead of last week). He was followed by Michael Dunford (34.25) and Jimmy Connors (34.39) who will both have been happy to go under 35 minutes. Ray Hahesy was next when just missing out on 35 minutes when running 35.02. Tomas de Faoite had a good run finishing in 36.43. Lucy Holmes was our first lady home in 36.58 followed by Sinead O’Brien (38.26) with Angeline Drennan 3rd lady in 41.48. Fergal Connolly will be happy to have broken 40 minutes when running 39.56. Simone Power and Donal O'Donoghue finished close together in 43.00 and 43.01 respectively. John Lucey, Debra Doherty and Sharon Nugent will all have been happy to dip under 45 minutes with all three running around 44.50 as will Fiona O'Brien and Sarah Duffy who both finished under 50 minutes in 49.32 and 49.35 respectively. Well done to all who took on

this tough course - no doubt you will see the benefits of this tough running as the year goes on. LEAGUE TABLES AND PRIZE GIVING This is a 5 week league and the rules of the league are that you have to run 4 out of the 5 weeks to appear on the league tables and of course these must be in the same distance .i.e. 4 weeks of the 2 lap and not 1 week 2 laps and the next week hills. There are separate men’s and ladies tables with divisions of 5. There will be movement between divisions from weeks 1 to 4 but after week 4 we will lock the tables so whatever division you are in after week 4 you will stay there for week 5. The tables are now taking shape and are on the Club website. Mark Mason of Mason Mortgages and Financial Services has kindly sponsored this league once again this year and the prize giving will take place on the final night of the league in Colligan Wood. THANK YOU Thank you once again this week to our finish line team Shirley and James and our stewards Sharon, Tom and Jim. Of course, we are indebted to our loyal band of stewards who stand in each week to help out and keep us safe on the road. We really do appreciate it lads. Finally thanks, of course, to Coillte who give us permission to hold this league and without whose co-operation this league and, of course, the Colligan Cup would not take place each year.

Dates for your diaries

RACE 1 in this year's Outfield Sports 3 Counties Challenge will take place on Friday, 20th April with the running of the Fitzgerald Fleming Faugheen 5 km road race, starting at 7:30 p.m. This is a fantastic fast, flat course, ideal for getting that 5 km PB, and will have all the usual things you expected at a Carrick-on-Suir AC 3 Counties Challenge event- Friendly, well marshalled race event with great prizes, great after race grub and a bit of a laugh and a chat! And all for a €10. Race entry is on the night from 6 p.m

Running Quote

A Happy group of the Touraneena road runners pictured at the finish line at last Friday evening’s SE2 Butlerstown 4 mile road race.

The 4th overall prize for last Friday evening’s Butlerstown 4 mile road race went to Cian O'Riordan.

CLUB training is well underway for our first goal race of the year Ardmore 5. Our Run to Improve groups are proving to be very popular as an introduction to structured training and as a stepping stone if you can already run 5k but want to take your running to the next level, whether that’s increasing the distance or speed. For the Autumn our goal races will be the Run Galway Bay race

series. This offers a choice of 10k, half marathon or full marathon options and the flexibility will be there to transfer between the races up to the last minute. Further details to follow but we do have a discount code for this race and accommodation reserved. As always our last training block of the year will be working towards our own John Treacy 10 mile race

in early 2019. All of the club summer series races will be incorporated into our structured training plans as well as the ever popular summer one mile challenges. All club members are more than welcome to come along any Tuesday night. Meeting at the Friary at 6.30 pm. If you are not currently a club member please come along and try a session.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

24th Annual Intersport Elvery’s/Asics Summer Series - Race 2

The 36th Annual SE2 Butlerstown 4 sees both course records smashed The 3rd prize for last Friday evening’s Butlerstown 4 mile road race goes to Raivis Zakis.

Pictured is Vinny Codd SE2 sponsors presenting the male winners prize for last Friday evening’s Butlerstown 4 mile road race to Conor Dooney, Raheny Shamrocks AC.

The ladies over 45 prize for last Friday evening’s Butlerstown 4 mile road race to Sandra Moore.

Pictured is Paula Kelly of SE2 sponsors presenting the female winners prize for last Friday evening’s Butlerstown 4 mile road race to Sally Forristal, St. Joseph’s AC.

Pictured is Vinny Codd SE2 sponsors presenting the first Michael Tutty crossing the finish line at last Friday male over 60 prize for last Friday evening’s Butlerstown 4 mile road race to Joe Gough. evenings SE2 Butlerstown 4 mile road race. West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Good start to track season for Lucy Holmes THE track season got under way on Sunday last with Ferrybank Open Sports in the RSC Waterford. A small number of athletes from West Waterford made the trip to Waterford to take part in this very competitive open sports. Lucy Holmes made a welcome return to form and kept the West Waterford flag flying with a win in the girls under 17 800m. The next track and field meet will be in Kilmacow next Sunday, April 21st when the sports that were cancelled on Easter Monday will be held. ANGELINA CHIZHIKOVA MAKES WATERFORD TEAM The trials for the teams to represent Waterford in the cross country event at the community games finals were held in Lemybrien on Sunday last. Angelina Chizhikova competed in the under 14 girls and finished in the top three to book her place in the community games final next month. CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS START ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18th Week 1 of the championships

Lucy Holmes WWAC winner of the under 17 girls 800m at Ferrybank Open Sports.

Angelina Chizhikova WWAC winner of the under 14 girls community games cross country trials.

will see all age groups competing in the sprint events with the girls also taking part in long jump and the under 9, 10, 11 boys throwing the turbo javelin while the older boys will compete in the shot. We look forward to seeing all our young athletes in action on Wednesday. COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS CONFIRMED The dates for the county cham-

pionships have been confirmed as Sunday, May 13th and Sunday, May 27th both in the RSC Waterford so mark the date in your diary. The Primary School Sports will be held every Thursday in May and the Secondary Schools Championships start with the county events in the RSC on Wed., 25th April.

LAST Friday evening saw the second race of the Intersport Elverys/Asics summer series take place with the 36th Annual Butlerstown 4 mile road race. Conditions were ideal for the race with just a slight breeze for the field to contend with but all in all it was one of the best evenings in many weeks for a race, for the event which saw a huge entry of 271 runners, ironically it had exactly the same number of runners as in 2017 with 271 completing the course 12 months ago also. Just like the Ballinroad race the previous week where numbers were similar making for a superb start to this year's summer series, so well done to all who are supporting our events. The past couple of years has been headed up by race director Vinnie Codd who has been doing a great job in a quiet and professional manner and this year once again he and his team had everything in tip top shape for a great evening’s road racing. Like the success of all good events there's a band of helpers on the day as well which included our own Conor and Jamie who do Trojan work in road safety and traffic management as well as all the stewards who manned the various junctions en route - a big thanks. Thanks to the Gardai for their invaluable assistance on the night also. To Ann who looked after all the pre reg's online for the race, and that said thanks to all the runners who registered online, it is a big help to the race organisers on the night. Our thanks to Shirley, Tony, Sharon, Ann, Karen, Liam, Catriona, Michael and Tom for all their assistance once again with entries and results and sorting out the prizes and winners, there were two course records as we know at the event but there was also another record broken and that's the record time the crew had the results out, so well done to all involved. The entries on the night were taken at the Butlerstown GAA Pavilion while the presentation of prizes took place at the Holy Cross Bar which we sincerely thank the management and staff there, and many thanks to the Ladies who provided us all with a great cuppa and bite to eat after the race. Our thanks to main sponsors SE2 and who was on hand to present the winners with their prize. There were many associate sponsors also last Friday evening and we thank them all for their generosity. Thanks to Fintan Walsh on PA and finally to Vinnie Codd and all involved in Butlerstown with organising the race this year. Monies raised were donated to Butlerstown GAA Club and Waterford Alzheimer's Society. CONOR DOONEY BREAKS HIS OWN COURSE RECORD He ran the event twice and on both occasions Raheny Shamock’s Conor Dooney broke the course record on the two occasions. In last year's race he set a new mark of 19.23 breaking the previous best of

20.09 set some years earlier. Last Friday evening he truly smashed this again when he clipped 12 seconds off with a brilliant 19.11. The Raheny Shamrocks AC athlete proved to be a class apart on the night once again and just as he did in 2017 with a gun to tape victory with over two minutes separating him for the rest of the field at the finish line. In a good battle for the runnersup spot it was to be East Cork’s Kevin O'Leary the current holder of the overall title in the series form last year beating West Waterford's Raivis Zakis for this place when Kevin crossed the line in 21.15 with Raivis claiming 3rd in 21.23 a place better than his 4th position in 2017. One of the club’s up and coming young starts Cian O'Riordan had a brilliant run to take 4th in Butlerstown among a very good field of athletes. Cian ran a time of 21.54 which was faster than his time of last year when he won the junior prize. Frank Quinlan, Waterford AC took the over 40 category in 21.57 finishing a high 5th overall and his team-mate David Smyth Waterford AC won the over 45 category in 23.05. The winner of the over 50 category was Ray Hahesy for the 4th year in succession when he clocked time of brilliant time of 24.20, well done to Ray. European 800 metre champion and world record holder Joe Gough won the over 60 section in 25.27 and finally the junior men's prize was claimed by young Conor Shiels Waterford AC in 22.12, a super run from young Conor who finished 6th overall in the race. SALLY FORRISTAL NEEDS TO BREAK COURSE RECORD TO CLAIM VICTORY It certainly was a night for breaking records as just like the men's record falling the Ladies likewise also fell to the great running of Sally Forristal, St. Joseph’s AC. Sally the winner last week of race 1 in the series in Ballinroad 5k and the Kilkenny woman made it back-toback victories in Butlerstown when she took victory in a very good star studded ladies field and it took a course record from her to claim the title for 2018. The old mark was set in 2014 by Martina O'Dwyer when she clocked a time of 23.50, Sally broke the win-

ner’s tape last Friday evening in 23.46. A start studded ladies field it was indeed with less than a minute between the top 4 lady finishers on the night. Second place went to Adele Walsh, St. Senan's AC in 24.05, Adele had a great amount of work to do to pull off second here as going through halfway mark she was off the pace when in 4th place, but true to form the gutsy south Kilkenny lady showed all her wisdom of road running and timed her finish well to claim the runners-up spot. Not too far behind was previous race winner in Butlerstown Jackie Carty, Kilmore AC who on this occasion was to finish 3rd with a time of 24.28. Madeline Loughnane, Thurles Crokes 24.36 was our 4th lady home in a time of 24.36. All the above times on any given 4 mile road race might be good enough to take a race victory over the distance such was the quality of last Friday evening’s ladies field. In the categories prizes the over 35 winner was Caroline Murphy, St. Joseph’s A.C. 27.41. There was a great performance by Sandra Moore, West Waterford A.C. to take the ladies over 45 prize in a time of 32.00. The over 50 winner was Frances Lee, St. Joseph’s A.C. 29.16. The over 60 category went to Frances Lee, St Joseph’s A.C. 29.16. Our final ladies prize was for Juniors and here Emma Caulfield, Waterford A.C. won in a time of 29.27. Well done to all the our ladies winners on the night. HAVE YOU GOT YOUR ENTRY IN FOR SUMMER SERIES Please note that entry to the summer series is separate to that of the individual races. It’s an extra €5 to join the series and you may join the series at any of the races up to and including the Dromana race which is the deadline for doing so. When you enter the series, you must do 7 of the 12 races and you will automatically qualify for a €30 Intersport Elverys/Asics voucher. For those who need a bigger challenge how about having a go at the 11 from 11. Those who complete the 11 from 11 challenge will receive a special prize on the final night courtesy of our sponsors. Get your entry in ASAP.

MEN'S RESULTS 1st Conor Dooney Raheny Shamrocks 19.11 2nd Kevin O'Leary East Cork 21.15 3rd Raivis Zakis West Waterford A.C. 21.26 4th Cian O'Riordan West Waterford 21.54 1st O/40 Frank Quinlan Waterford A.C. 21.57 1st O/45 David Smith Waterford A.C. 23.05 1st O/50 Ray Hahesy West Waterford A.C. 24.20 1st O/60 Joe Gough West Waterford A.C. 25.27 1st Junior Conor Shiels Waterford A.C. 22.12 LADIES RESULTS 1st Sally Forristal St. Joseph’s A.C 23.46 2nd Adele Walsh St. Senans A.C. 24.05 3rd Jackie Carthy Kilmore A.C. 24.28 4th Madeline Loughnane Thurles Crokes 24.36 1st O/35 Caroline Murphy St. Josephs A.C. 27.41 1st O/40 Naomi Doonan Saturday Road Runners 26.21 1st O/45 Sandra Moore West Waterford A.C. 32.00 1st O/50 Frances Lee St. Josephs A.C. 29.16 1st O/60 Kathleen Kennedy Waterford AC 37.16 1st Junior Emma Caulfield Waterford A.C.29.27

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

WEST WATERFORD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. info@westwaterfordgolf.com

www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS 18 hole Stableford Sat/Sun April 14th / 15th. Winner: Ray Cliffe (10) 39 pts Al Eile Wednesday Open 11th April Winner: Michael O’Gorman (12) 36 pts. Old Still Golf Society Saturday, 15th April 1st C. Ryan (14) 33 pts, 2nd. Liam Troy (18) 31 pts b9, 3rd Pa McCarthy (20) 31 pts. SUNSHINE CLASSIC FINAL – SATURDAY 15th APRIL 1st Stephen Spillane, Percy Walsh, John O’Mahoney, Stephen Phelan – 95 pts; 2nd Phil Kinsella, Fintan Gee, John C. Byrne, Eddie Glavin – 92 pts; 3rd Michael Kavanagh, Patrick Queally, Darren Power, Tomas Wall – 90 pts b18; 4th Luke Swayne, Jo Swayne, Robbie Dalton, Liam Leahy – 90 pts. 5th Darragh Herlihy, Ronan Foley, Micheal Gee, Kieran Gee – 88 pts. 6th Colm O’Callaghan, Mark O’Donovan, Donal Foley, Declan Whyte - 87 pts Ladies Qualifying – Helen Farren, Patricia Lonergan, Gertie Murphy Marie Condon. FIXTURES Wednesday, 18th April – Al Eile Open 18 Hole Sfd – Chance to win four ball with Seamus Power Friday, 20th April – A.M Seniors till 2pm. Afternoon 9 hole Mixed Foursomes Sat., 21st/Sun., 22nd April – 18 Hole Stableford Singles. Sunday, 22nd April – Comeragh Oil Winter league final 10.30 – 12noon. SOUTH EAST LEAGUE Congratulations to Stephen Spillane and his team who qualified for the final of the South east League following a 6-6 result with Mahon in East Cork on Sunday. This followed on a 9-3 victory over east Cork in Fermoy on Saturday. The final is provisionally fixed for

Mahon on Saturday, 21st April at 2 pm. JB CARR TROPHY We played host to Dungarvan in a local derby preliminary round on Thursday afternoon. Local derbys always have that extra edge and this one was no different. Our manager Terry O’Callaghan who represented the club in this competition for many years, called on his experience in selecting a team for this encounter knowing that Dungarvan would provide a stern test. Through 9 holes the visitors held the edge with a commanding lead in the final two matches. The top 3 matches were tight encounters at this stage. As the tie progressed Dungarvan were looking strong as they brought in two matches midway through the back 9. With matches 2 and 3 going to the wire, the top match was all square after 18 holes. The first playoff hole was halved but John O’Connell and Ray Rochford held their nerve as Ray sank the winning put for par on the second. Matches 2 and 3 had been secured to give us a 3-2 win. We now face another local derby vs Gold Coast in the next round. Our team on the day was: John O’Connell and Ray Rochford, Jimmy Murphy and Denis Conway, Des Cleary and Tom Butler, Pat Murphy and Phil Kinsella, Padraig Breathnach and Bertie Hallahan. Team manager Terry O’Callaghan. Our thanks to Jimmy Weymess and his team for a sporting contest. SUNSHINE CLASSIC FINAL – Saturday, 14th April The Classic Committee breathed a welcome sigh of relief as the weather men got the forecast right for the Grand Final on Saturday. The stripes appeared on the first tee, the greens were at their best, and two consecutive days of drying

LISMORE GOLF CLUB Phone 058-54026. lismoregolfclub@eircom.net

www.lismoregolf.org LISMORE GOLF CLUB RESULTS AND FIXTURES Results for the final round of the spring League was: 1st Liam O’Keeffe (11) 28 pts; 2nd Larry Kiely (21) 27 pts; 3rd Michael Keane (16) 26 pts B 6. Our 1st 18 hole of the year turned out to be a non qualifying round with the winner being Marty Power (18) with a fantastic 41 pts. TALLOW AREA CREDIT UNION SPRING LEAGUE The weather delayed Tallow Area Credit Union Spring League was completed this weekend where Paul

Kenneally’s team played Kevin Whelan’s team in the final. Paul Kenneally got the better of Kevin Whelan, 26 pts to 23 pts, Peter Whelan was beaten Paudie Prendegast 24 pts to 27 pts, Ger Mulcahy was beaten by Eoin Bennett 22 pts to 23 pts, Marty Power beat Barry Conlon 25 pts to 23 pts leaving the score tied at 2 matches each. The final match between Maurice Kelleher and Dermot O’Leary ended all square with 21 pts each, on the last 6 it was still level, on the last 3 it was still level and it came down to

Prizewinners in the West Waterford Golf Club Ladies Winter League Final with seated from left winning team of Marie T. Curran, Neil Suipeal, Trish O'Shea, Jean O'Donovan, Captain; Deirdre Ruane and Mary Spratt with Lady Captain, Noreen Byrne. [Sean Byrne] ensured that the newly mown fairways and rough were presented in a manner fit for any final. Fourteen of the sixteen qualifying teams were on hand to try their luck in a four ball better ball format in quest of the top prize of 4 by €400 Harvey travel vouchers. The time sheet ran smoothly and Pat was on hand to wish the teams well on the first tee. The final was underway with the last cards being returned around 5 p.m. While Jimmy and Pat checked the cards, a crowded clubhouse watched the Grand National as an air of expectation grew as to who would claim the coveted first prize. Our captain Willie Lyons welcomed the crowd and thanked the committee, sponsors, and of course everyone who played in the Classic. He then introduced the Classic committee chairperson Jean O’Donovan who also expressed her gratitude to all concerned before announcing the winners of the 2018 Sunshine Classic. Mr. Tom Horgan from Dungarvan Transport (our main sponsor) was on hand to present the prizes. The results are published in our results section. As always we had two free membership draws and the winners here were: Michael Kavanagh, Nicholas Power, Tommy Power, Dermot Power, and Geoff Collins, all from Gold Coast golf club. We look forward to welcoming you all to West Waterford during the

coming year. Finally, on behalf of the Classic committee we express a most sincere thank you to our main sponsor Dungarvan Transport and all our tee sponsors. Thank you also to the members and many visitors who supported the event. Be assured that your support is greatly appreciated. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE FINAL – Sunday, 22nd April at 10.30 a.m. Glenbeg will play Helvick in the final of the Comeragh Oil winter league. In the first semi final Glenbeg defeated Carrigaline 5-3, while Helvick defeated Carrigtwohill on the same scoreline. Glenbeg are captained by Jimmy Murphy and Helvick are captained by Killeagh’s finest Ray Rochford. Two seasoned campaigners who have been through it all, and no quarter will be asked or given in what promises to be an enthralling contest. The pairings are (with Glenbeg first): Patrick O’Riordan v Daniel Burke, Jimmy Murphy v John O’Mahoney, Wilf Bracegirdle v Eoin Prendergast, Robbie Dalton v Ray Rochford, Niall Colleran v Tom Breathnach, Ronan Foley v Stephen Murphy, Fintan Gee v Mick O’Riordan, Diarmuid Horgan v John Murphy. Best of luck to both teams. WEEKLY COMPETITIONS FOR 2018 AT WEST WATERFORD The following schedule of weekly events will commence in April and

should provide something for everyone throughout the Spring/summer season. Tuesday: All day 9 hole Open Singles. Wednesday: Al Eile Open 18 hole Singles. Top 25 with best 3 cards qualify for Grand Final in September. All entrants included in free draw for a four-ball with USPGA player Seamus Power Friday: A.M. 18 hole Open Seniors plus open 9 hole mixed foursomes from 4pm. AUTUMN SENIORS OPEN ALLIANCE. West Waterford will host the next outing on Monday, 30th April. The format here is a 2 person champagne scramble played off full handicaps. We ask members to get their four ball together and support this fixture. Please avail of the early tee times. DUNGARVAN GOLF INTERNATIONAL OVER 20 YEARS IN EXISTENCE Running from Monday, 28th May to Thursday, 31st May, this tournament, which is run over the three local courses, continues to prove popular with players coming from USA, England and Ireland to take part. This year we hope to encourage more members from the three local clubs to take part by offering them a special rate of €45 entry for the competition instead of the normal €140.

CONDOLENCES We offer our condolences to Tom and the extended Shanahan family on the passing of his sister. May she rest in peace. LADIES FIXTURES 9 Hole April (2 cards to count) (sponsored by Ann Rochford) Open Day – Thursday, 19th April (Champagne Scramble) Our first Open Day, a three ball Champagne Scramble takes part on Thursday, 19th. 18 Hole S/f Sunday, 22nd or Thursday, 26th April sponsored by EuroSpar. OUR TEAMS Our Challenge Cup, Intermediate and Minor Cup teams fielded on Sunday, 15th. While not blessed with success, each group had a participant who took the game to the nineteenth and in one case to the twenty-first. Well done to all who took part, the managers, teams and especially the caddies. COASTAL ALLIANCE West Waterford Ladies did very well on Captain's Day in Faithlegg, with Stella Kinsella coming third with 29 pts and Rena Landers winning with 35 points in just 16 holes. GET INTO GOLF An information evening for the Get into Golf Programme takes place on Thursday, 19th at 7 pm. Why not accompany the person you are encouraging to Get into Golf.

the last 2 where Maurice Kelleher was best. Well done to team I, Paul, Peter, Ger, Marty and Maurice on a great victory. The plate final was won decisively by Team K led by Liam O’Keeffe backed up by Trevor Sheehan, Michael Keane, Edmond Ahearne and Billy Flynn, well done. FIXTURES Tuesday Bacon at 5.30 p.m. Next weekend 21st and 22nd April 18 hole singles stableford sponsored by Sheehan & Glavin, Accountants and Auditors. May 5th to 7th Mini Classic, 18 hole Champagne Scramble, 3 person team, €30 per team or €10 per person, re-entry €6 per person. MEMBERSHIP With hopefully some good weather arriving we look forward to see some old friend back on the course, ye are more than welcome, keep the membership coming in. LISMORE LADIES The East Cork Oil sponsored Spring League has finished and the winners were finally revealed and there was a change in the pecking order! With great scoring from the team Captain Helen Farrow and Jennifer

Kingston and the back up they received from our President Sheila Denn, Laoise Ní Chonchubhair, Ann Lane and Joan Geary, the Snowdrops managed to stay in bloom ahead of the Azaleas Captained by Patricia Bolger McCarthy. The Azaleas gave a good fight and the difference was only 2 pts in the end, but it goes to show that you never know when your points will count. Out in front for most of the League Helen Farrow put in a superb solo performance and claimed the overall individual winner on a fantastic 143 points, 16 pts ahead of her nearest rival. We also had the Easter prizes and the last two rounds of the league to hand out - worthy winners all. Marie Condon put in a great performance to win the Easter prizes with Daphne Power runner up followed by Helen Farrow in 3rd spot. Round 5 of the Spring League saw one of our new Ladies Katie Dunne taking top spot with the Snowdrop and Azalea Captains Helen Farrow and Patricia Bolger battling it out for 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Round 6 saw another new lady Jennifer Kingston taking the honours with Una Dowd taking a very well deserved 2nd place followed by Patricia O'Neill. Great scoring ladies and well done. Well done to everyone involved and our thanks to our sponsor East Cork Oil Ltd and our Easter prizes sponsor Riordan's SuperValu, Fermoy and Mary Beecher who secures this for us every year. We are very grateful to all our sponsors. We had a lovely presentation night and it was great to see everyone in their finery and enjoying a social evening in the club. Team Totals after 6 Rounds: Snowdrops: 412 Azaleas: 410 Primroses: 406 Tulips: 382 Daffodils: 382 RESULTS: EAST CORK OIL SPRING LEAGUE 1st: Snowdrops: H. Farrow, S. Denn, L. Ní Chonchubhair, J. Kingston, A. Lane, J. Geary; 2nd: Azaleas: P. B. McCarthy, K. Moynihan, M. Morrissey, C. Denn, J. Barry, P. O'Neill. Overall individual winner: Helen Farrow (19) 143 pts. Round 5: 1st Katie Dunne (34) 24

pts; 2nd: Helen Farrow (19) 28 - 4 = 24 pts L6; 3rd: Patricia B. McCarthy (16) 24 pts L6. Round 6: 1st: Jennifer Kingston (32) 29 pts; 2nd: Una Dowd (36) 24 pts; 3rd: Patricia O'Neill (36) 23 pts EASTER PRIZES KINDLY SPONSORED BY RIORDAN'S SUPERVALU - FERMOY 1st: Marie Condon (20) 34 pts; 2nd: Daphne Power (12) 33 pts; 3rd: Helen Farrow (19) 32 pts. FIXTURES Sunday, 15th & Wednesday, 18th April only - (Back to Sundays and Wednesdays) 18 Holes Stroke Medal - very kindly sponsored by Lizzie Brien's, Lismore. All competitions are subject to change so please check the notice board regularly for any changes. As the golfing year started on the 1st of October you should have all received your renewal notices by now - your prompt payment would be much appreciated to help with the day to day running of the club. Please contact our Registrar Mr. John McGrath with any queries. Please support the club in whatever way you can by playing in our weekly competitions and using the bar facilities. Thank you.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597 Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net ON the home front, we had another busy week at the club. The Monday Seniors remains a popular event and at a tenner entry fee it represents fantastic value and an ideal opportunity to bring a friend to sample Dungarvan delights. The only qualification needed is that you have lived for 50 years. Helen’s Lingerie were the generous sponsors for Tuesday’s Ladies Competition and we had a fine turnout as usual. Our Fiftysomethings and Sixty.Com took to the course on Wednesday for a social 9 holes. As always members are welcome, especially our non-golfing friends to come out for a chat and a cuppa. On the competition front it was a case of sibling rivalry. On Thursday Louis Walshe took the honours from his brother Evan while Sunday saw Pops get the better of Junior as our popular Vet Pat Morrissey edged out his son Brian on a countback. The Waterford Ladies GAA Classic was well supported by members but unfortunately the car for the Hole-in-one remained parked despite Angela’s best effort coming within a whisker. And Yes, she made the 2. On the regional front we had three teams in action this week. First up was our JB Carr team who faced a difficult away assignment at West Waterford. Despite being reigning County champions, managers Jimmy Wemyss and JP Hayes were not taking the match lightly and we fielded a strong team. Unfortunately we came out on the wrong side by the tiniest of margins when our fifth pairing were beaten on the second tie-hole. Yesterday our Fred Daly team were in action at Clonmel where we

faced Ballykisteen in the second round in atrocious conditions. Despite Danny Raher losing the top match, our strength in depth proved crucial with Jake O’Riordan, Barry Morrissey and Michael Troy getting the necessary points. Anchor man Eoin Power was 4 up when called in. Well done lads. Our Ladies Challenge Cup team were in action at Cobh on Saturday where we faced our neighbours Gold Coast. Managed by Bernie Hayes, our team played very well and recorded a handsome victory to progress to the next round in Lismore at the end of the month. Well done to all concerned especially players, managers and caddies. It is always an honour to represent your club no matter what the outcome is or how well you played. If a manager comes calling, put your name down as I promise you will enjoy the experience. LOTTO Our second Lotto draw was held in the clubhouse on Sunday, 15th April. The draws will be held each Sunday going forward. There was no winner of the Jackpot which increases to €2,200 next week. There were seven winners of our Match 3s. The pot for this was €200 and it was decided to give each winner €30. The winners were: (1) Pat Curran (2) Pepe Martello (3) Sean Norris (4) Majella Moynihan (5) Jim and Noel Keohane (6) Michael Hennessey (7) Diarmuid O’Neill. Congratulation to each of our first group of winners. Remember that our €90 annual ticket is continuing to sell. We also have €2 and €5 weekly tickets available in the clubhouse - please support.

Dungarvan Golf Club Ladies Competition kindly sponsored by Maurice Kiely, Domestic Appliance Repairs. Front Row LR: Colette Power, Lady Captain; Breda McCarthy, Winner; Rachel and Maurice Kiely, Sponsor; Theresa Keane, winner; Flore Wall, winner; Helen Walsh, winner. Back Row LR: Mary Pendergast, Linda Buckley, Ann Hennebry, Kate Buckley, 2nd; Mary Power, Brid Scanlon, Christine O'Keeffe, 3rd; Maria Kiersey, Lady Vice Captain. [Pat Crowley] FUN FRIDAY FOURSOMES We had an uneven number last Friday which resulted in one lady playing in two teams. It didn't phase her and our results were as follows: Winners: Miriam Matthews and Maurice Cliffe; Second: Miriam Matthews and Ian Gourlay We will be back again next Friday. Check in at 9.30 am to be ready to play at 10 am. Looking forward to nine holes social golf and coffee and chat afterwards. GENT’S RESULTS 9th Apr. 1 Pat Curran (12) 41, 2 Tom Conway (11) 37. Thurs. 12 Open Singles D Hayes Spring League: 1 Louis Walshe (24), 2nd Evan Walshe (19) 38, Gross Alan Thomas (+1) 38. 13th/14th Singles S/F D Hayes Spring League: 1 John Clancy (16) 43, 2 M McNamara (19) 42, Gross A Thomas 39, 3rd Ml Troy (5) 40. Sun. 15th Singles: 1 Pat Morrissey (13) 40, 2 Brian Morrissey (7) 40. LADIES RESULTS 9th April Seniors: Best Lady Geraldine Noonan (Mullingar) (34) 36.

Open Ladies 16 Hole S/F Helen’s Lingerie, 10/4/2018 1st Miriam Matthews (36) 37 pts, 2nd Hilary Browne (24) 33 pts, 3rd Irene Lynch (7) 31 pts, 4th June Hayes (23) 31 pts. 13, 14th Ladies Singles: 1 B Aherne (17) 35, 2 Pat Flanagan (20) 34. FIXTURES Wed 18 Gents 18H Singles S/F (David Hayes Gents Spring League) Thu 19 Thursday SPAR Open Gents 18H Singles S/F (David Hayes Gents Spring League) Fri 20 Gents (David Hayes Gents Spring League)/Ladies 18H Singles S/F, Fun Friday Foursomes Sat 21 Gents Monthly Medal Singles Stroke (DHayes PGA) (David Hayes Gents Spring League), Ladies Alliance Capt Day S/F Sun 22 GENTS 18 hole singles stroke G.O.Y. Ballinacourty Cup (David Hayes Gents Spring League) SIXTY.COM Great turnout this week for the 60.com despite a number of our members competing in the JB Carr team. The sun tempted many golfer to come and

enjoy the nine holes. The winners were Maurice Cliffe (16) with 18 pts and (2) Donal Connolly (24) with 16 pts. Maurice is having a great year in the 60.com and is a recurring winner. Next week’s competition will tee-off at 2:00 pm so please be available for the draw for partners at 1:45 pm. If you are not a member of the 60.com please come along and join us any Wednesday and enjoy golf and a chat. YOUNGONES Result 11th Apr. 1 Marcella McGovern (36) 19, Runner up B Aherne (17) 16 pts. Next competition 18th April at 12 noon. Front 9 at 12 noon. Annual Party April 25th details in clubhouse. LADIES COASTAL ALLIANCE Well done to Kate McNamara who won a category prize in Faithlegg on Captains Day. PROGRESSIVE 45 5th APRIL 2018 WINNERS: Maura Boland Tom Cummins RUNNER UP: Tom Phelan

and Mick Fitzgerald, Patsy Hackett and Tim Brown, Thomas Carroll and Sheila Morrissey LAST 5 Frankie Ryabn and Don Brennan. LUCKY TABLE: Michael Kelly and Pat Mc Govern 12th April 2018 WINNERS: Nuala Harty Ann Morrissey. RUNNER-UP: Tom Cummins Maura Boland LAST 5: Mick Fitzgerald Eddie Kiely LUCKY TABLE: Derry Cotter Billy Tobin Progressive 45 every Thursday night in the Clubhouse, all are welcome. SOCIAL BRIDGE Social Bridge Friday mornings at 11 am, all are welcome. JUNIOR NEWS Tuition for our beginners and PreJuniors commences this Saturday, 21st April. Girls start at 2 pm followed by the boys at 3 pm. All equipment provided. Non-members are most welcome. Any enquiries relating to junior activities at Dungarvan Golf Club can be directed to David Hayes. David can be contacted at 05844707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net.

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goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com GOLD COAST GOLF CLASSIC All our attentions this week focuses on our club fundraising classic which runs from Monday 16th April to Sunday 22nd April. So far the timesheets are filling up and we’re optimistic that this year the number of teams will far exceed previous years entries. Tee sponsorships are coming in as well so a sincere thank you to those who have supported the event so far. We’re calling on all members to support the classic as it provides much needed funds for all of our activities during the year. The format is a 3 person team event with one scoring on the front 9 and two scoring on the back 9. The cost is €20 per person. Prizes include 1 night’s B & B, Dinner and Golf at Mount Wolsley, Galaxy Tablets, Golf Bags, 4 balls in Tramore, Faithlegg, Tipperary, Kinsale, Monkstown, Mallow, Dinner in Park Hotel. Teams can be Mixed, Ladies or Gents. Tee sponsorship is available at €50. FUNDRAISING RAFFLE Running alongside our classic, members and visitors will have the chance to win a goodie filled terrific hamper kindly donated by our President, Captain and Maurice. JB CARR Gold Coast will play West Waterford

in the 2nd round of this competition in the Gold Coast. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, 24th April at 2 p.m. The competition format will be Scotch Foursomes Match-play for male competitors who have reached their 60th birthday on or before 1st January 2018. Anyone interested in playing should let Bob know asap. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY The Annual Tony Dunford Memorial Day will take place on Wednesday, 20th June. OUTING TO MOUNT WOLSLEY This is now fixed for Wednesday, 25th April at 10.30 a.m. Anyone wishing to travel should give their names to the kiosk as soon as possible so that we can confirm numbers to the Course. GET INTO GOLF Lads, if you know of any Lady who might be interested in have a go at golf then now is the time to get them involved. Our Ladies Club is having an information night on Thursday, 12th April at 7 p.m. in the Gold Coast Hotel. What is involved is 4 lessons with Ian Prendergast and a further four weeks with scrambles organised by the Ladies Club. The cost is just €50 and clubs are provided. So have a think about it and if you think your partner, sister, mother, daughter, cousin, niece or any lady you

Gold Coast Golf Club. Dunhill, Winners of the League Section Premier Butchers @ Dawn Meats Winter League 2018. Back Row: Eamon O’Donnell, Micheal White, Brian Dunbar, Michael Kavanagh, John White, John Flynn, Richard Walsh. Front Row: Willie Flavin, Michael Cronin, President Gold Coast Golf Club, John Queally, Tom White Team Captain, Tim O’Driscoll Captain Gold Coast Golf Club, Tom Moore.

know might be interested, let us know in the kiosk and we will take it from there. DUNGARVAN GOLF INTERNATIONAL OVER 20 YEARS IN EXISTENCE Running from Monday 28th May to Thursday, 31st May, this tournament, which is run over the three local courses, continues to prove popular with players coming from USA, England and Ireland to take part. This year we hope to encourage more members from the three local clubs to take part by offering them a special rate of €45 entry for the competition instead of the normal €140. FIXTURES Monday 16th – Sunday, 22nd April: Club Classic Friday, 20th April: Open Singles. Saturday, 21st April: No Club Competition Classic on instead Sunday, 22nd April: No Club Competition Classic on instead Tuesday, 24th April: Open Seniors,

Ladies & Gents 50+. RESULTS Monday, 9th April: Autumn Seniors Alliance. 1st Dave O’Connor (17) Goldcoast 46 pts. 2nd Paul Coogan (21) Callan GC 45 pts. Cat A (0-14): 1st Thomas Crotty (13) Clonmel GC 40 pts. 2nd Pat Mansell (13) Carrick On Suir GC 39 pts. Cat B (15-19):1st Richard Power (18) Clonmel Gc 43 pts. 2nd John O’Grady (15) Waterford GC 42 pts. Category C (20+): 1st Pat Power (21) Dungarvan GC 38 pts. 2nd Ollie Fitzpatrick (20) Clonmel GC 35 pts. Tues., 10th April: Open Seniors, CSS 39 pts.RO 1st Nicky Keane (23) 46 pts. Friday, 13th April: Club Competition.CSS 38 pts RO 1st: Micheal White (1) 38 pts Sat., 14th April: Club Competition, CSS 38 pts. RO 1st: Mick Cronin (24) 38 pts. Sun 15th April Eugene Collins

Memorial CSS 38 pts 1st: Mark Lenihan (12) 32 pts. Gross: Seanie Lenihan (6) 24 pts. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 hole ongoing. 18 hole ongoing. 28/29 Apr Comserv 18 h sponsored comp Open Days: Monday, 21st May sponsored by SuperValu. Monday, 11th June sponsored by Shaws Department Stores. Sunday 1st/Monday, 2nd July sponsored by Willow & Oak Sunday 19th/Monday, 20th August sponsored by Dawn Meats. Annual Club Classic: This fantastic fundraiser for the ladies club runs from 16-22 April with some great prizes, and hopefully the weather will permit lots of entries! Please take part like you vote, early and often! ILGU Matches: ILGU League match

dates have been played as follows: Challenge (handicap 28-36) v Dungarvan Saturday, 14th April in West Waterford. The team of Bernie Morrissey, Patricia Doyle, Ann Keane, Angela O'Connor and Mairead Ryan, managed by Ruth Hannigan and Alice Collins, came up against a very strong Dungarvan team on the day. We wish Dungarvan every success in the next round in Lismore. Intermediate (handicap 16-21) v Cobh Sunday, 15th April travelled the long distance to Fermoy GC. The team comprised of Elaine Goss, Lorraine Troy, Ger Hallinan, Ruth Hannigan and Karen Darcy was managed by Patricia Doyle. Cobh represented a challenge but the conditions presented an equally formidable challenge. Undeterred the Gold Coast fighting spirit pulled off a brilliant win, awesome job girls!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

‘Investing in potential of young Irish golf pros is a positive pitch’ – Deasy Increased funding confirmed for developing Tour talents, but more merited Flying the flag for West Waterford: US PGA Tour pro Seamus Power and the European Challenge Tour’s Gary Hurley WATERFORD TD John Deasy says the increased funding just announced for up-and-coming Irish golfers is both a vote of confidence in them and an acknowledgement of the sport’s spin-off potential. At the end of March, Sport Ireland, whose CEO is John Treacy, announced a €200,000 commitment to support Team Ireland Golf (TIG) in the current year. It includes €130,000 in grants for a dozen budding tour professionals – West Waterford’s Gary Hurley among them. Deputy Deasy recently obtained exchequer funding figures for golfer development over the past decade from his Fine Gael colleague, sports minister Brendan Griffin. In confirming the latest funding round, he emphasised golf’s value to the tourism economy in areas like Dungarvan, which has three 18-hole courses in close proximity. TIG funding from 2008–17 amounted to €1.538m, spread between 51 players. This is half the number supported since the TGI framework was introduced in 1999 to assist the progress of selected

early-stage pros on the main tours; thereby promoting Ireland as a golftourism destination. John Deasy says: “The Government’s new ‘Global Ireland’ promotional campaign was launched in Washington recently and the importance of golf to the Irish brand in America and worldwide shouldn’t be underestimated. “It might be seen by some as a luxury item but supporting young golfing talent is an investment not just in sport but also tourism. For a small country, what we’ve already achieved in terms of profile on the back of major wins, Ryder Cups and the overall rankings is amazing when you think about it.” Under the Team Ireland Golf initiative, led by Des Smyth, all players in receipt of assistance can avail of the world-class facilities at the GUI’s National Golf Academy at Carton House. This includes free access to a network of physiologists, sports psychologists, bio-mechanists, physiotherapists and doctors — all coordinated by the Sport

Ireland Institute. A winter coaching base has also been established at Quinta do Lago in Portugal through Smyth, a former European Tour veteran and Ryder Cup player/vicecaptain. Crucially, TIG players are guaranteed a number of starts in European Challenge Tour events: Irish invitations to which are to increase significantly this year. This is thanks to a significant investment in the home-based Irish Challenge Tour event over the past four seasons. Aglish’s Gary Hurley (25) has been given three Challenge Tour starts as well as grant support this year. Golfer-funding levels peaked in 2009 when 19 players benefitted to the tune of €0.25m (including Shane Lowry, winner of that year’s Irish Open as an amateur, after which he immediately turned pro). But the overall figure had reduced gradually since, with 11 players sharing €90,000 in 2017. Previous beneficiaries include West Waterford’s Seamus Power. The 31-year-

Dungarvan Golf Club Ladies Winter League kindly sponsored by Olivers Health and Beauty Salon. Front Row LR: Miram Matthews, Niamh Reynolds, Winners; Olivere Lannon Sponsor; Ann Stack, Theresa Keane and Colette Power, winners. Back Row LR: Bernie Hayes, Linda Buckley, Louise Moloney, Sue Mahoney, runners-up; Maria Kiersey, Vice Lady-Captain.

old Ballinamult man turned pro in 2011, receiving funding over an eight-year period up to and including 2016 when he represented Ireland at the Olympics. He finished a creditable joint-15th at the Rio Games, after putting himself in contention for a podium placing. However, the margins are very tight. Having only just secured his 2018 Tour card in October, Power, like Wicklow’s Paul Dunne, scored his highest PGA finish to-date last month. Both tied for fifth at the Corales Championship in the Dominican Republic. In 2017 an earnings cap was introduced for the first time, meaning players who won over €250,000 in prizemoney in the previous season can only apply for non-financial TIG support. Noting Des Smyth’s point that, though no guarantee, “the grants are important” because “it frees up more of your time to focus on your golf”, John Deasy says: “It can take many emerging pros several years to figure on the top tours and they need that early funding to sustain their

careers, and meet their considerable expenses when prize-money is hard to come by. It can be a very difficult and stressful existence and the competition to make the cut internationally has never been tougher.” He and John Treacy, who is a member of both Dungarvan and West Waterford Golf Clubs, have discussed the need to continue financial backing “to help Ireland’s top amateurs transition into the professional game... we now have a strong system in place which will ensure Ireland continues to produce world-class golfers long into the future,” the Villierstown athletics great says. Deputy Deasy adds: “Some €3.825m has been invested in Team Ireland Golf since it was set up nearly 20 years ago, but when you look at the players who’ve come through the system — Shane Lowry, Paul Dunne, Damien McGrane, Peter Lawrie and Michael Hoey — no-one can say that hasn’t been money well spent. You couldn’t buy that sort of advertising for Ireland abroad.”

Lismore Ladies Golf Club Spring League winning team sponsored by East Cork Oil winning team Snowdrops. Front Row Left to Right: Helen Farrow (Team Captain), Mary Aherne (Lady Captain). Back Row Left to Right: Sheila Denn (President), Mary Ahern for Anne Lane, Katherine Moynihan, Laoise Ni Chonchubhair.

[Pat Crowley]

SUNSHINE CLASSIC WINNERS 2018. Tom Horgan, Dungarvan Transport, main sponsor of the West Waterford Golf Club Sunshine Classic, presenting the winners Percy Walsh, Stephen Phelan and Stephen Spillane with their prize. Missing from the photo is John O'Mahoney. Also included are Willie Lyons (Captain WWGC), Noreen Byrne (Lady Captain WWGC), Pat Murphy (President WWGC) and Jean O'Donovan (Lady Vice Capt. WWGC).

Pictured at the Launch of the Al Eile Wednesday Open at West Waterford Golf Club are (L. to R.): Pat Murphy (President), Michael Ryan (Sponsor), Tom Higgins (Vice Captain), Noreen Byrne (Lady Captain), and Seamus Power.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

Minor Championship farce continues MUNSTER MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP QUARTER FINAL Referee Brendan Griffin (Kerry) pictured with team captains Tom Walsh (Waterford) on left and Diarmaid Phelan (Cork).

Cork …………………………4-20; Waterford …………………… 0-5. THE will is certainly still not there at Provincial level, as has been the case for decades, to treat players in the Munster Minor football championship from the weaker and smaller counties with respect. The dog in the street knows that it is wrong to pit Waterford against the football powers that are Cork and Kerry but it is done every year. Those responsible for making this decision would be making the above point themselves when they were not on the Munster Council in their younger days but the mismanagement of throwing young players to the lions continues and not enough people at the top table care. Fair play to this year’s Waterford minor football management, they are preparing their charges as best they can and because of the effort all concerned are putting in on and off the field, including in engaging in some of their own fundraising efforts, they don’t deserve this treatment. The feeling coming out of Pairc Ui Rinn last Wednesday evening was one of more annoyance than disappointment that this trend is allowed to continue but at the end of the day, it is clear that those in charge of organising this championship don’t care at all that a group of young players headed home with a scar on their fledgling football careers. 915 was announced as the official attendance for this game and

the venue was in tip top shape. Two early goals by the home side via Conor Corbett and Aodhan O Luasa in the 3rd and 10th minutes set the trend of the game and by half time eight different Cork players had worked the scoreboard easing the winners into a 2-13 to 0-3 advantage. The Waterford players tried as best they could but the difference in class was just there and Tom Flynn’s charges found it continually difficult to keep up with the fast running on and off the ball of their opponents. The Deise’s first two points came from placed balls via Niall O’Keeffe from De La Salle in the 11th and in the 23rd minutes while midfielder Rathgormack’s James Power kicked as good a point as any on the night from play in the 26th minute. Within a minute of the restart, there was no respite for the visitors when Evan Cooked blasted the size 5 to the back of the net after an initial fine save by Niall McSweeney (Gaultier). In fairness to Waterford, they fought the good fight to the end and though tiring against a stronger physically side, they contained the winners to 2-7 to 0-3 in this moiety. Their efforts scantly deserved conceding a fourth green flag via Sean McDonnell in the 56th minute as Cork looked world beaters here but Kerry will be the acid test in their forthcoming Provincial semi final. Waterford’s defeat could have been even greater but for the sen-

sible generosity of referee Brendan Griffin from Kerry who gave us the majority of match frees, 25 to 6 in our favour. Positives from a Waterford point of view included creating three goal scoring opportunities ourselves, the overall organisation of the group on the night and since before Christmas and fine individual displays by Sean Lennon of the Brickeys, James Power (Rathgormack), Liam Fennell (Stradbally) and Larry Walsh (Nire). Waterford will play the winners of Tipperary v Limerick next at a Waterford venue on Wednesday next, April 25th with the winners of that tie facing Clare in the semifinal. In the event Limerick qualify for the Semi-Final, they cannot play Clare as repeat pairings are not allowed in the semi-finals. In that scenario, Cork will play Limerick and Kerry will play Clare in the penultimate matches. Cork’s Top Three: Aodhan O Luasa, Sean McDonnell, Conor Corbett. Waterford’s Top Three: Sean Lennon, James Power, Liam Fennell. Observer’s Man of the Match: Aodhan O Luasa. Number of Scorers: Cork 10. Waterford 3. Scores From Play: Cork 4-18. Waterford 0-2 Frees For: Cork 6. Waterford 25. Wides: Cork 7. Waterford 4. Score of the Match: Wing back Francis Cronin’s 17th minute point from play for Cork. Scorers for Cork: A. Ó Luasa 1-5 (two frees), C. Corbett, S. McDonnell 1-2 each, E. Cooke 1-1, D. O’Sullivan

0-3, M. O’Neill 0-3, D. Buckley, F. Cronin, E. Nation, J. Harte 0-1 each. Scorers for Waterford: N O’Keeffe (0-3 free), James Power and Sean Ronayne 0-1 each. Cork: Diarmuid Doody - Buttevent; Dylan Connolly - Glanworth, David Buckley Newcestown, Cian O'Donovan - Glanmire; Francis Cronin Cullen, Diarmaid Phelan (Captain) Aghada, Eoin Nation - Nemo Rangers; Niall Hartnett - Douglas, Richard Lombard - Ballyhooley; Hugh Murphy Eire Óg, Dara O'Sullivan - St Finbarrs, Evan Cooke Ballincollig; Sean

McDonnell - Mallow, Aodhán O'Luasa Naomh Aban, Conor Corbett - Clyda Rovers. Subs: J. Harte (Douglas) for Lombard; A. Whelton (Castlehaven) for Murphy (both 35); M. O’Neill (Buttevant) for Corbett (37); N. Lordan (Ballinora) for Connolly (44); M. White (Douglas) for Doody; J. O’Shea (Urhan) for Nation (51). Waterford: Niall McSweeney (Gaultier); Colin Foley (Ballinacourty), Sean Boyce (The Nire), Sean Lennon (Brickey Rangers); Luke Power (Kilgobinet), Tom Walsh (Rathgormack), Liam Fennell (Stradbally); Conor

Browne (Brickey Rangers), James Power (Rathgormack); Aaron Ryan (The Nire), Larry Walsh (The Nire), Sean Ronayne (Brickey Rangers); Niall O’Keeffe (De La Salle), Micheal Ó Floinn (Old Parish), Ronan Elliffe (Rathgormack). Subs: Henry Griffin (Ballinameela) for Ryan (18, injured); Aidan Behan (Kilrossanty) for Power (half-time); Tomas Mooney (Kill) for Ronayne (40); Padraig Fitzgerald (Kilrossanty) for Ó Floinn (50); Sean Walsh (The Nire) for Elliffe (53); Keelan Taylor (St. Saviour’s) for Fennell (58). Referee: Brendan Griffin (Kerry).

Waterford wing back Luke Power passes the ball ahead of Cork's Evan Cooke.

Waterford Minor football team who were defeated by Cork on on Wednesday evening last at Pairc Ui Rinn.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

A most unusual encounter in Ardmore JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Football Championship Round 1 Referee Pat Casey (Affane) pictured with team captains Dylan Guiry (Nire) on left and Sean Bourke (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).

Nire ………………………..… 6-5; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg ..…1-10. POINT wise Nire scored only 0-2 from play in this first round County senior football championship game in Ardmore last Sunday afternoon and still won the game, the reason obviously being that they raised half a dozen green flags in total including four in the first moiety. The winners led by 0-10 at the break on a scoreline reading 4-3 to 0-5 and though they didn’t score again for all of 27 minutes of the second half during which their opponents commendably reduced their deficit to 0-2 at 4-3 to 1-10, they still finished the hour 0-10 to the good courtesy of a late flurry of scores. The myth that the month of April was designated to club affairs by the Association was exposed when it was learned that Tadhg Bourke could not line out here after picking up an injury in County hurling training, while in the Cork set up the

talk was that eleven sessions have been organised for this month. So much for the club championships and preparing for them. The Barrons, Tom and Jamie must have been told to be home early for their dinner as both failed to complete the hour which must be a unique happening in the history of Waterford GAA to have two brothers sent off in the one game. Jamie received two yellows while Tom was given a black card after previously picking up a yellow one. Both dismissals occurred in the second half and no doubt aided Clashmore / Kinsalebeg’s comeback but it wasn’t a case of just this alone as despite the result they produced a performance that they can be proud of after being so far behind on the board. Nire were on the offensive from the beginning in Ardmore but a litany of early wides kept their opponents in the game at the end of the first quarter on a score of 0-3

to 0-1. All of their scores came from the unerring boot of corner forward Shane O’Meara 0-3 (2f) with Cillian O’Keeffe opening Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg’s account at the end of the quarter. Sean Bourke was blackcarded early on and replaced by Adam O’Sullivan. The second quarter was a different affair with the winners drilling holes in the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg defence led by ace forward Conor Gleeson who netted in the 15th and in the 23rd minutes, either side of a 20th minute goal by midfielder Tholm Guiry. Gleeson was on his hat-trick at the close of the half but offloaded the size 5 to Shane O’Meara to create a most unusual half-time scoreline of 4-3 to 0-5. Cillian O’Keeffe and Declan Dower accounted for two each of Clashmore/ Kinsaslebeg’s tally with Paul O’Connor scoring one minor from play. Prior to the Barrons’ dismissals

in the second half, there were signs of a Clashmore/Kinsalebeg revival and they rattled five unanswered scores via Jason Seward and a brace each per Paul O’Connor and Aidan Trihy. They required a major score though and it arrived with ten minutes remaining when substitute Shane Russell found the net to leave just 0-2 the difference at 4-3 to 1-10. Earlier Nire goalie Diarmuid Murphy made a brilliant finger tipped save over the bar from a Paul O’Connor goal attempt. As oft times in the past including the recent Fourmilewater SHC game with Dungarvan, Shane Walsh came to the rescue and his 58th minute point from play produced a settling effect on his team. One minute later the Nire enjoyed a stroke of good fortune when a Craig Guiry lengthy delivery went all the way to the net and shortly afterwards, Shane Walsh opened up the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg defence before off loading to Shane

O’Meara who made it six of the best for the winners. The game ended when Nire goalie Diarmuid Murphy was called upfield to land the final score of a most unusual game from a placed ball. Nire’s Top Three: Conor Gleeson, Shane O’Meara, Shane Walsh. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s Top Three: Aidan Trihy, Cillian O Keffe, Brian O’Halloran. Observer’s Man of the Match: Conor Gleeson. Number of Scorers: Nire 6. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 5. Scores From Play: Nire 6-2. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-9. Frees For: Nire 12. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 15. Wides: Nire 13. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg: 8. Score of the Match: Aidan Trihy’s 55th minute point from play for Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. Scorers – Nire: Shane O’Meara 2-3 (2f), Conor Gleeson 2-0, Craig Guiry and Tholm Guiry 1-0 each, Shane Walsh 0-1, Diarmuid Murphy 0-1f.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Paul O’Connor 0-4 (1f), Shane Russell 1-0, Aidan Trihy, Cillian O Keeffe and Declan Dower 0-2 each. Nire: Diarmuid Murphy; David Meehan, Conal Mulcahy, Jake Mulcahy; Dermot Ryan, Shane Ryan, Jamie Barron; Tholm Guiry, Craig Guiry; Michael O’Gorman, Dylan Guiry, Shane Walsh; Tom Barron, Shane O’Meara, Conor Gleeson. Subs: Kenny Brazil for Jake Mulcahy; Liam Cooney for Kenny Brazil. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Fintan Walsh; Ciaran Bourke, Aidan Trihy, Sean O’Connor; Eric O’Connor, Shane Russell, Sean Bourke; Edmond O’Halloran, Declan Allen; Brian Lynch, James O’Leary, Brian O’Halloran; Paul O’Connor, Jason Seward, Cillian O’Keeffe. Subs: Adam O’Sullivan for Sean Bourke (b/c); John Prendergast for Brian Lynch (ht); Dean Russell for James O’Leary; Donal O’Connor for Eric O’Connor; Darren Foley for Ciaran Bourke. Referee: Pat Casey (Affane).

Ballinacourty well on top in local derby Ballinacourty ……………… 2-14 Brickeys…………………...… 0-4. DESPITE the untiring efforts of the Brickeys throughout this first round senior football championship game at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening, Ballinacourty proved much too good for their local rivals with a pillar to post victory in front of an attendance that paid €1,370. After a week’s rest, the field was sufficiently recovered to house the two championship games there and this recovery should continue if the amount of games there in quick succession is limited. Brickeys won the toss and decided to play against the strong wind which may not have been the correct choice but one way or another there was always only going to be one winner here. Brickeys only score from play came in the 59th minute per Conor McGrath while all save 0-2 of ’Courty’s scores came likewise. The winners led by 1-8 to 0-1 at the break, their goal coming in the 11th minute when Mark Ferncombe spotted Tom Looby free in front of goal from his position under the scoreboard and the Clonea man speedily put the ball nestling in the town end goal. Both players were already involved in the game’s scoring with Looby opening his team’s account in the 2nd minute and Ferncombe landing a brace of minors, the second a real contender for score of the match.

Brickeys tried in earnest to get into the game but they gave away the ball easily and with the elements at Ballinacourty’s backs, further scores were bound to come, the surprise being that it was just four more points. Neil Montgomery kicked two excellent scores before the end of the first quarter, 1-5 to 0-0 and Brickeys first flag arrived from a Carthach Shalloe pointed free in the 19th minute. In a hard fought final ten minutes, ’Courty added a further 0-3 via Montgomery, again, David Looby and Michael O’Halloran. With the wind at their backs Brickeys could still make no impression against a well drilled opposition. Sean Whelan Barrett opened the new half’s scoring immediately before Conor McGrath’s fine goal effort in the 34th minute came agonisingly back off the butt of the town end goal upright. It was a score that the Brickeys and the game badly required but with little sentiment, Peter Queally’s charges powered on and Mark Ferncombe and Carthach Shalloe (f) traded scores by the end of the third quarter, 1-10 to 0-2. As in the first moiety, Brickeys didn’t make sufficient use of the possession they won and Ballinacourty finished the hour very strongly. Free takers David Looby and Carthach Shalloe traded minors by the 48th minute while Conor Prunty had a goal chance denied one minute later.

’Courty did not rest on their laurels in the final minutes constantly seeking scores and they arrived via David Looby (f), 51, Sean Whelan Barrett, 53 and sub Patrick Hurney 54, 1-14 to 0-3. Both goalies were called into action with Stephen Enright saving from Carthach Shalloe and Tommy Lynch denying Mark Ferncombe at the expense of a ‘45’. Brian Looby made a welcome return from injury to bring the family contribution on the team to three players while in the penultimate minute of the game, Conor McGrath kicked the Brickeys only point from play. Just when it looked as if Brickeys would confine their opponents to one green flag, man of the match Neil Montgomery struck from close range under pressure with his left foot to leave the scoreboard emphatically reading 2-14 to 0-4. Ballinacourty looked very good here but a much sterner test of their championship potential lies ahead in their third Group game against Nire. It doesn’t get any easier for the Brickeys as they face the Nire this weekend in another David and Goliath encounter. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Neil Montgomery, Mark Ferncombe, Darragh McGrath. Brickeys Top Three: Mark Shalloe, Conor McGrath, Philip Walsh. Observer’s Man of the Match: Neil Montgomery. Number of Scorers: Ballinacourty 7. Brickeys 2.

Scores From Play: Ballinacourty 2-12. Brickeys 0-1. Frees For: Ballinacourty 6. Brickeys 6. Wides: Ballinacourty 6. Brickeys 3. Score of the Match: Mark Fercombe’s 6th minute point from play from the most acutest of angles for Ballinacourty. Scorers – Ballinacourty: Neil Montgomery 1-3, Tom Looby 1-1, Mark Ferncombe 0-3, David Looby 0-3 (2f), Sean Whelan Barrett 0-2, Michael O’Halloran and Patrick Hurney 0-1 each.

Brickeys: Carthach Shalloe 0-3f, Conor McGrath 0-1. Ballinacourty: Stephen Enright; Conor McCarthy, John Elsted, Darragh McGrath; Maurice Power, David Collins, Shane Briggs; Conor Prunty, James O’Mahony; Sean Whelan Barrett, David Looby, Neil Montgomery; Tom Looby, Mark Ferncombe, Michael O’Halloran. Subs: Patrick Hurney for Michael O’Halloran (ht); Sean O’Hare for James O’Mahony (37); John Hurney for Shane Briggs (48); James O’Mahony for Sean Whelan Barrett (53); Brian Looby for

Maurice Power (56). Brickeys: Tommy Lynch; Mikey O’Hanlon, Philip Walsh, Darragh O’Grady; Conor Whelan, Johnny Cooney, Dylan O’Donovan; Mark Shalloe, Conor Phelan; Jamie Kiely, Conor McGrath, John Morrissey; Cormac O’Grady, Darragh Duggan, Carthach Shalloe. Subs : Emmett Gaffney for Darragh Duggan, Mark Cummins for John Morrissey, Carthach Barry for Conor Whelan, Kieran O’Neill for Mikey O’Hanlon. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane).

Brickey's Conor Phelan in action against Ballinacourty's Mark Ferncombe during the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior football championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 April, 2018

Speedy Rathgormack outplays Gaultier JJ Kavanagh County Senior Football Championship Round 1 Rathgormack's Billy Power in possession against Gaultier's Darragh Lynch during the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior football match in Kill. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Rathgormack ………………2-11; Gaultier ………………………1-6. RATHGORMACK displayed real potential in this Eastern county senior football derby game at a very well conditioned Kill venue last Saturday evening. Their combined and speedy running with the ball was a highlight and their capability in the second half to create and take scores, 1-7 in total made them undisputed worthy match winners. This encounter was of a much higher standard than the first game between Portlaw and Dungarvan and of the four teams, Ger Power’s charges are the only side with reasonable championship hopes. In freezing conditions, Gaultier had first use of the strong wind but the result looked ominous for them even at this stage when they trailed by 1-4 to 0-5 going in at the break. It didn’t look like this in the first quarter as the Barony shot into a 0-4 to 0-0 lead and they were worth it. After a Darragh O’Keeffe effort came back off the upright, J. J. Hutchinson opened the scoring in the 6th minute from play following

which David Whitty made a great goal stop from Rathgormack full forward Conor Murray. Gaultier’s early dominance was reflected on the scoreboard by the 14th minute with Dean Kearns, midfielder Gary Cullinane and Hutchinson again all finding the target in the country end. Rathgormack badly required an opening score and when it came it was a special one. Their captain Michael Curry started the move with a trade mark driving run out of defence, passed to the game’s top scorer Jason Curry, who played a one-two with last year’s minor winning captain Stephen Curry before planting the ball in the back of David Whitty’s net. This was a marvellous score achieved with little room for error or mistake and it was a blue print for Rathgormack’s style of play, speedy and accurate running and passing with the ball. Come the 17th minute, the teams were on level pegging with Rathgormack midfielder Jason Gleeson lofting over a score of

quality, 1-1 to 0-4 with the pendulum swinging the winner’s way. County player Caomhan Maguire kicked Gaultier’s final score of the half in the 23rd minute to restore their early match advantage but it was Rathgormack who finished this moiety the stronger, drawing up plans for their eventual victory. Jason Curry was the key figure of the remaining minutes of the half. Between the 27th and the second minute of added time he kicked over three pointed frees into the teeth of the wind to give his team a 1-4 to 0-5 advantage at the interval. Going against general opinion it was Gaultier who commendably started the new half the better and when J. J. Hutchinson was upended in front of goal in the 33rd minute, he cooly slotted the resultant penalty to the net, restoring their lead for the second time, on this occasion at 1-5 to 1-4. An answer was asked of Rathgormack and it wasn’t long in coming. Their speedy forward division provided it when Billy Power, in the 37th minute, left his marker

behind and passed the size 5 in front of the goal to Stephen Curry who turned on a six pence to slot the ball past David Whitty for a most very well taken green flag. Back in the lead, man of the match Jason Curry consolidated their lead with a score from play which unexpectedly initiated a quarter of an hour barren scoring period by both teams. During this time we had yellow cards being distributed and benches being emptied but it was Ratgormack who came out of it the better despite four wides from scoreable positions. Jason Curry got the scoreboard ticking again with a 53rd minute point followed up by a fine effort by Conor Murray two minutes later, 2-7 to 1-5. FITTER SIDE Victory looked to be in the grasp of the fitter Rathgormack side and so it proved. They won the remaining time by 0-4 to 0-1 totally outdoing their opposition in general play. Conor Murray and Stephen Curry combined for a Paul Drohan point while Caomhan Maguire registered Gaultier first score since the 33rd

minute and their first point from play since the 23rd minute. The winners completed their first round task in style, Jason Curry with a contender for score of the match was followed by Jason Gleeson’s second score and their final point in added time was the icing on the Rathgormack cake. Subs Ciaran Fogarty and John Kirwan combined to send Conor Murray through for his second score and at the end of the day a convincing victory by 0-8 for the Comeragh men. Gaultier didn’t possess as many natural footballers as the winners or their same fitness levels while the real merits of this Rathgormack side cannot be debated until they meet one of the big boys in the championship. Rathgormack Top Three: Jason Curry, Michael Curry, Stephen Curry. Gaultier’s Top Three: Billy O’Keeffe, Gary Cullinane, J. J. Hutchinson. Observer’s Man of the Match: Jason Curry. Number of Scorers: Rathgormack 5. Gaultier 4. Scores From Play: Rathgormack 28. Gaultier 0-5.

Frees For: Rathgormack 10. Gaultier 18. Wides: Rathgormack 5. Gaultier 8. Score of the Match: Gary Cullinane’s 13th minute point from play for Gaultier. Scorers – Rathgormack: Jason Curry 1-5 (3f), Stephen Curry 1-1, Jason Gleeson and Conor Murray 0-2 each, Paul Drohan 0-1. Gaultier: J. J. Hutchinson 1-2 (1-1f), Caomhan Maguire 0-2, Dean Kearns and Gary Cullinane 0-1 each. Rathgormack: Padraig Hunt; Conor Walsh, Ronan Cahill, Jamie Kirwan; Ronan Crotty, Michael Curry, Declan Hennebry; Robbie Flynn, Jason Gleeson; Billy Power, Jason Curry, Daniel Crotty; Stephen Curry, Conor Murray, Paul Drohan. Subs: John Kirwan for Declan Hennebry; Ciaran Fogarty for Billy Power; Liam Connolly for Daniel Crotty. Gaultier: David Whitty; Aaron Jones, Darragh Lynch, Stephen Lynch; Nick Byrne, Wayne Hutchinson, Sean Kelly; Gary Cullinane, Billy O’Keeffe; David Jones, J. J. Hutchinson, Dean Kearns; Darragh O’Keeffe, Caomhan Maguire, David Cullinane. Subs: Dale Cullinane for Aaron Jones (inj); Richard Hurley for Darragh O’Keeffe; Conor Cullinane for Dean Kearns; Callum O’Neill for Sean Kelly. Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

Portlaw’s persistence takes the points Portlaw ……………………… 0-9; Dungarvan …………………..0-6. LAST year’s relegation candidate Portlaw got their new season off to a winning start in Kill last Saturday evening when they proved deserving winners over newly promoted Dungarvan in the first round of the senior football championship. A well organised winners’ defence denied Dungarvan while at the end of the day a tally of thirteen wides for the Blues, over indulging in the short passing game and a lack of penetration in their full forward line consigned them to defeat long before the final whistle. Portlaw had the first use of the strong wind diagonally down the field and they made very good use of it to lead by 0-6 to 0-0 with 28 minutes played. Michael Donnolly opened the scoring with a pointed free and corner forward John Power followed up with the game’s first point from play. The experienced Michael Donnolly added a second pointed free and when John Power placed his namesake Shane for a further score, Portlaw were well in command at the end of the first quarter, 0-4 to 0-0. Dungarvan had the majority of possession throughout but lack of scoring ideas and kicking the ball high into the wind brought

wide after wide in contrast to the winners. On much less possession, Portlaw continued to open daylight between the sides and a third Michael Donnelly pointed free and a contender for score of the match by Niall Fitzgerald in the 25th minute seemed to destine Dungarvan for a scoreless first half, 0-6 to 0-0. However, the hard working Gavin Crotty eventually got Dungarvan off the mark with a 29th minute score from play and he added a pointed free in the third minute of added time to give the Westerners some hope ahead of the second moiety, 0-6 to 0-2. However, time and time again in the second half, Dungarvan attacks were broken down by a resolute Portlaw defence and the scores that the Blues second half play required were not sufficiently forthcoming. In a half that produced less scores than the first period, the scoring gap was still the same at the end of the third quarter with Gavin Crotty’s pointed free being answered by a fine Jordan O’Sullivan point from play. Dungarvan’s Kieran Power was outstanding in this moiety, his fielding and possession of the ball was unrivalled and his 49th minute point

commenced a mini Blues revival. Gavin Crotty placed Patrick Curran for a peach of a point in the 51st minute and for the first time it looked as if Dungarvan could get something out of this game, 0-7 to 0-5. However, Portlaw met the threat to their lead with commendable resistance and when Kieran Power was redcarded in the 57th minute, with it, one felt, went Dungarvan’s chances of the complete comeback. DJ Foran’s 58th minute point from play was followed up two minutes later by Jordan O’Sullivan’s second match point and despite five minutes of added time, this 0-4 difference had ensured Portlaw their deserved win. In addition, substitute’s Shane O’Brien’s late goal effort was denied only by the upright in the dressing room end of the grounds. Gavin Crotty’s 64th minute pointed ‘45’ left a goal between the teams but time ran out for a Dungarvan outfit who had enough opportunities over the hour to win this game. Portlaw’s first year in the senior grade in 2017 has stood to them, they are a well organised side and other teams will find them a difficult proposition in the season ahead. Portlaw’s Top Three: Jordan O’Sullivan, Niall Fitzgerald, John Power.

Dungarvan’s Top Three: Kieran Power, Michael Kiely, Gavin Crotty. Observer’s Man of the Match: Kieran Power. Number of Scorers: Portlaw 6. Dungarvan 3. Scores From Play: Portlaw 0-6. Dungarvan 0-3. Frees For: 14. Dungarvan 12. Wides: Portlaw 7. Dungarvan 13. Score of the Match: Niall Fitzgerald’s 25th minute point from play for Portlaw.

Scorers – Portlaw: Michael Donnolly 0-3f, Jordan O’Sullivan 0-2, John Power, Shane Power, Niall Fitzgerald and DJ Foran 0-1 each. Dungarvan: Gavin Crotty 0-4(2f, 1’65’), Kieran Power and Patrick Curran 0-1 each. Portlaw: Tom Walsh; Craig Fraher, Chris Mackey, Gary Morahan; Niall Fitzgerald, Frank Galvin, PJ Boylan; D. J. Foran, Luke Woods; Shane Foran, Jordan O’Sullivan, Noel Mackey; Michael Donnolly, Shane Power, Noel

Power. Sub: Shane O’Brien for Shane Foran (49). Dungarvan: Mark Boland; Jack Lacey, Aaron Donnolly, Darragh Fitzgerald; John Curran, Seamus Hannon, Michael Kearney; Kieran Power, Joe Allen; Michael Kiely, Gavin Crotty, Patrick Curran; Kenny Moore, Darren Duggan, Luke O’Callaghan. Sub: Kealan Daly for John Curran (b/c). Referee: Anthony Fitzgerald (Gaultier).

Portlaw's Shane Power in possession against Dungarvan's Michael Kearney during the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior football match in Kill. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Kilrossanty hold An Rinn to a draw JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Football Championship Kilrossanty's Martin Dunne in action with An Rinn's Cathal O Cuirrin and Ferdia O hAodha during the J.J.Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior football championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Kilrossanty ………………… 0-7; An Rinn ………………………0-7. SHORT a number of key players and losing Tadhg O hUallachain to injury as early as the 7th minute, An Rinn were a pale shadow of the side that put the Nire to the pin of their collars in last year’s County senior football semi-final. Somewhat similar for Kilrossanty, they began life without the services of their key player in recent years Paul Whyte through a hip injury and no doubt all local Gaels wish both players well into the future. The dark and dreary weather matched this dour and oft times tempestuous encounter with Kilrossanty looking likely winners at the start of the second half before a Donie Breathnach inspired comeback by An Rinn gave them something out of this game. Niall Walsh looked to have given Kilrossanty all two points in the 57th minute when he kicked a long distance wind assisted score but Donie Breathnach matched this feat two minutes later when he pointed a free out of his hands and over the blackspot from outside the 45 metre line. Kilrossanty’s Donal Fitzgerald caught the eye here with three quality scores from play and others to shine for the Comeragh club included Joey Veale, Willie Brazil, Darren Mulhearne in goal and defenders Barry and Mark Prendergast. Darach O Cathasaigh was a tower of strength at full back for An Rinn while Liam O Lonain

played one of his best games in an An Rinn geansai. This was as good an opportunity for Kilrossanty as they will get to defeat a more under strength An Rinn and that they did not do so poses questions about their championship capabilities. Playing against the wind, they led by 0-4 to 0-3 at the break after An Rinn had lost their way in the last five minutes of the half. Emmett Doherty’s charges stretched their lead to 0-5 to 0-3 after 16 seconds of the new half but they did not score again for 18 minutes when Donal Fitzgerald registered his third minor. Against all the odds, An Rinn fought stubbornly to come back into contention and they were rewarded with taking the lead in the 47th minute after scores by Liam O Lonain, Donie Breathnach and Padraig O Murchadha, all from play. Prior to the match a minutes silence was observed for former An Rinn player, the late Ronnie Curran and before any score was registered, An Rinn’s sterling defender Tadhg O hUallachain was fouled during a trade mark solo run towards the town end goal. Unfortunately, it seems he received an occurrence of a nose injury that kept him out of the game for months previously and all local Gaels no doubt wish him a return to complete health. Donie Breathnach opened the scoring in the 8th minute and

James Whyte replied four minutes later for the Green and Gold. Whyte was centre stage again in the 18th minute when his thundering drive tested the quality of the country end crossbar before Donie Breathnach came up field immediately as if to punish the miss further by kicking over his second score, 0-2 to 0-1. Liam O Lonain kicked An Rinn’s last first half score in the 25th minute before Kilrossanty finished in style with two fine scores by Donal Fitzgerald either side of a Joey Veale pointed free, 0-4 to 0-3. Following Niall Walsh’s early second half point, An Rinn took over on the scoreboard as Kilrossanty indulged in scoring squandermania in front of the town end with four successive wides. Showing them where the posts were at the other end of the field were the An Rinn players and but for two brilliant saves by Darren Mulhearne in goal from Fearghal O Ceallaigh and Conor Mac Diarmada, An Rinn would surely have taken full championship points here. O Ceallaigh also had a slight fisted goal chance in the 50th minute but the hand pass from Liam O Lonain was marginally too high for him in front of goal. At the other end of the field An Rinn’s culbaire Odhran O hUallachain was rarely if at all tested so it was surprising that he was substituted at the end of the third quarter. Overall, the draw, perhaps, was a fair result, with An Rinn entitled to

be that bit happier with a weakened team on duty while at the same time Kilrossanty will be have glad to have got something out of this game. When both camps do warm down stretches after a game, it is an indicator that both are relatively happy, watch out for this during the year! An Rinn’s Top Three: Liam O Lonain, Donie Breathnach, Darach O Cathasaigh. Kilrossanty’s Top Three: Donal Fitzgerald, Darren Mulhearne, Joey Veale. Observer’s Man of the Match: Liam O Lonain. Number of Scorers: An Rinn 3.

Kilrossanty 4. Scores From Play: An Rinn 0-6. Kilrossanty 0-6. Frees For: An Rinn 9. Kilrossanty 10. Wides: An Rinn 7. Kilrossanty 8. Score of the Match: Donie Breathnach’s 59th minute long distant pointed free against the wind for An Rinn to level the game. Scorers – An Rinn: Donie Breathnach 0-4 (1f), Liam O Lonain 0-2, Padraig O Murchadha 0-1. Kilrossanty: Donal Fitzgerald 0-3, Niall Walsh 0-2, James Whyte 0-1, Joey Veale 0-1f. An Rinn: Odhran O hUallachain; Shane O Cuirrin, Darach O Cathasaigh, Fearghal O Ceallaigh; Tadhg O hUallachain, Conor O Cuirrin, Jamie De

Baruin; Ferdia O hAodha, Cathal O Cuirrin; Padraig O Murchadha, Donie Breathnach, Deaglan O hArtaigh; Liam O Lonain, Pauric O Lonain, Corey De Roiste. Fir Ionaid: Noel O Murchadha do Tadhg O hUallachain (7, inj.). Cillian O Murchadha do Cathal O Cuirrin (39), Lucas O Cuirrin do Deaglan O hArtaigh (39), Tomas O Cadhla do Odhran O hUallachain (46). Kilrossanty: Darren Mulhearne; Barry Prendergast, Mark Prendergast, Paul Keating; James Whyte, Stephen Prendergast, Jack Whyte; Tommy Prendergast, Martin Dunne; Conor Hayes, Niall Walsh, Donal Fitzgerald; Joey Veale, Josh Kay, Willie Brazil. Subs: Pa Whyte for Josh Kay (45). Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

An Rinn's Ferdia O hAodha in possession against Kilrossanty's Tommy Prendergast during the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior football championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Stradbally successfully opens title defence Stradbally ………………… 1-12; Ardmore …………………..…0-7. STEPHEN Cunningham’s team opened their title defence with thirteen players that started the county final last December. Despite shooting eighteen wides, Stradbally took control of proceedings during the second half in this first round championship game at Leamybrien on Saturday night. A new look Ardmore led 0-5 to 0-3 at the break before Michael Sweeney pounced on a short kickout and planted the ball to the top corner of the net. The reigning champions went up a notch and shot 1-5 in the third quarter to bury their opponents but overall, their’s

was an error ridden performance A publishing mix-up meant that Ardmore’s line-up showed eight changes in personnel from the programme. Frankie North's men were without a raft of regulars but settled quickly. Aided by the wind, James Kennedy and Kenny Murphy put them two points up in as many minutes. The Seasiders withdrew Seamus Prendergast as a seventh defender. Shane Aherne and Tommy Connors levelled the match by the eleventh minute. The champions went 21 minutes without a score and kicked seven wides into the dressing room end. Eoin O’Brien, Robert Aherne and Shane Aherne all missed frees.

They also lost Jack Mullaney to a hamstring injury, Seamus Keating submitted a contender for score of the championship when he nailed a sixty metre free off the turf. He added another just outside the 45. Ardmore looked comfortable in defence and dealt with the aerial threat from the Ahernes. A quick free from Seamus Prendergast supplied David Gartland (0-5 to 0-2). Robert Aherne was shown a yellow card for a rough tackle on Prendergast but Keating dragged his effort left and wide. In injury time, Prendergast drew another foul from Tony Grey and the

Stradbally wing back also earned a yellow. Keating’s free dropped short and Stradbally worked it up the field for Daniel Weldon to end their scoring drought. Sweeney’s second half blast was a game changer. Five points followed in six minutes from Sweeney, Weldon, O’Brien (free), Robert Aherne and Ger Crowley. Midfield warrior Michael Walsh, displaying a bandage on his forehead, took ownership of his patch. Seamus Prendergast registered Ardmore's first point of the second half with the outside of his left on 49 minutes. Stradbally tallied eleven second half wides. Tony Grey overcooked a pass to Robert Aherne

when a second goal was on but it mattered little. Walsh teed up Daniel Weldon for his third. O’Brien pushed it out to seven before Seamus Keating, now deployed in the forwards, hit a consolation point. David Gartland struck an unfortunate umpire with a wayward goal attempt. A 40 metre effort from Sweeney was his best of the night. Wing back Paul Connors rounded it off for the Reds. Scorers for Stradbally: Michael Sweeney 1-2, Daniel Weldon 0-3, Eoin O’Brien 0-2 (1f), Shane Aherne, Ger Crowley, Tommy Connors, Robert Aherne, Paul Connors 0-1 each. Scorers for Ardmore: Seamus Keating 0-3 (2fs), Kenny Murphy, James

Kennedy, David Gartland, Seamus Prendergast 0-1 each. Stradbally: Eoin Cunningham; Ciaran Cusack, Kevin Lawlor, Jack Mullaney; Tony Grey, Shane Lannon, Paul Connors; Michael Walsh, Eoin O’Brien; Daniel Weldon, Tommy Connors, Ger Crowley; Shane Aherne, Robert Aherne, Michael Sweeney. Sub: Paul Tobin for Mullaney. Ardmore: Niall Power; Joe Murphy, Declan Prendergast, Kieran Conway; Seamus Cronin, Seamus Keating, Jack Keane; Kenny Murphy, David Gartland; John Gartland, Seamus Prendergast, James Kennedy; Stephen Keating, John O’Brien, Jack Walsh. Subs: Tom Power for Walsh, Eoin Conway for Stephen Keating, Richard Stillwell for Kennedy, Thomas Conway for Cronin. Referee: Tom Dee (John Mitchels).

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Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship

Penalty king Shane Troy Modeligo …………………………4-8; Colligan Emmetts …………….. 0-13. MODELIGO full forward Shane Troy scored 2-3 in this latest Western intermediate football championship game between his club and Colligan Emmetts. His two goals came from the penalty spot, one in each half and the saying that goals wins games was certainly true in this first round Intermediate Football match played at the splendid Goal Coast venue on Saturday afternoon. It was the Modeligo outfit that got the better start and after 18 minutes they led 2-2 to 0-2. Sean O'Donovan got them off the mark in the 3rd minute with a point from play. Emmetts got the next two scores with a pointed free from John Wall in the 4th minute and a point from play by Michael Horgan in

the 8th minute. Then Modeligo struck for the first of their four goals in the 10th minute as substitute Paul Wright rattled the Emmetts net. Paul had replaced Nicky O'Donovan after 6 minutes of play. Shane Troy had a minor for Modeligo them and in the 18th minute Modeligo were awarded the first of two penalties and Shane Troy made no mistake from the resultant penalty. Modeligo only added one further point to their tally for the remainder of the first half as Shane Troy pointed a free in the 30th minute. During this spell Emmetts came more into the game and added six points without reply from the 20th to 28th minutes. John Wall had three from placed balls and Colin Dunford, Michael Horgan and Reece Stringer had the other three. John Wall completed the first

half scoring in injury time in the first half with a point from play. The scores were tied at half time Modeligo 2-3; Emmetts 0-9. Emmetts John Wall scored the first two scores of the second half when he put two frees over the bar in the 36th and 37th minutes. Shane Troy pointed a free for Modeligo in the 39th minute. Colin Dunford then pointed for the Colligan team to give them a two point lead. John Devine put a point between the teams when he scored for Modeligo. Then in the 43rd minute Gavin Dalton rose highest and fisted the ball to the Emmetts net to give Modeligo the lead. John Wall then pointed a free for Emmetts to give them what turned out to be their final score of the game. Modeligo went on to add a further 1-3 to their score with their fourth goal

coming from a penalty in the 60th minute and Cian O'Byrne completed the scoring with a pointed free in added time. Modeligo had John Devine black carded in the closing stages but at the end of a very entertaining a keenly contested encounter it was Modeligo who emerged victorious by seven point. Modeligo: T. Walsh, N. O'Donovan, B. McCarthy, S. Hennessey, K. Hickey, S. O'Donovan (0-1), J. McGrath, J. Devine (0-1), T. Devine, R. Buckley, R. Reddy, C. O'Byrne (0-2, 0-1f), P. Walsh(0-1), G. Dalton(1-0), S. Troy (2-3, 2-0 pens, 0-2fs). Subs. P. Wright (1-0) for N. O'Donovan. Emmetts: D. McKenna, R. Stringer (0-1), J. N. Fennell, S. N. Murphy, P. J. Coffey, R. Browne, J. Dunford, P. Moloney, C. Dunford (0-2), J. Wall (0-8, 0-7fs), J. Morrissey, M. Flynn, M. Horgan (0-2), F. Duggan, W. Browne. Sub: A. Walsh for S.N. Murphy. Referee: Pat Casey (Affane).

Shane Troy who converted two penalties against Colligan Emmetts.

Ballinacourty off to a flyer

St. Pat's Under 7 & 8's representing St. Pat's in the Blitz held at the Goldcoast.

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Junior ‘B’ Senior attached Football Championship

County champions start with a win Nire ………………………..... 4-5; Rathgormack …………….... 0-8. COUNTY champions Nire proved too strong for Rathgormack in Ballymacarbry last Friday evening in the only Group A game played. In the other fixture, An Rinn surprisingly gave a walkover to

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. The goals were obviously the difference here and they were scored for the winners by Brian Wall, Keith Guiry, David Prendergast and Jordan Ryan. Nire: Myles Amos; Sean Ryan, Jack Guiry, Justin Walsh; Aidan

Condon, Paddy Lawlor, Liam Cooney; Seamus Lawlor; Eamon Wall, Keith Guiry, Brian Wall, Dave Nugent; Jordan Ryan, Shane Mullan, David Prendergast. Subs: Darragh O’Flynn, JP Fitzgerald, Ger Peters, Ciaran Ryan.

Stradbally go clear in second half Stradbally ………………….. 4-9; Dungarvan …………………. 2-8. SIMILAR to Group A there was only one game played in Group B as the Gaultier v Kilrossanty game did not materialise from the Gaultier point of view. It was all goals in the first half in the Stradbally v Dungarvan game in the latter’s home ground. The Reds led at the break by 3-1 to 2-3 with Sean Barry, Ger Power and Stephen Keane on target for the winners and Eoin Healy and

Ian Sheehan replying for the Blues. The sides were level just after half-time but a litany of minors and a fourth Stradbally goal per Adam Finn secured the points for the visitors. Stradbally: Adrian Kirwan; Brendan Gough, Richie Jones, Jack Navin; Cormac Gough, John Coffey, Seathrun Kiersey; Cathal Cusack, Michael Ahearne; Adam Finn, Ger Power, Stephen Keane; Nicky Power, Trevor Curran, Sean Barry. Subs: Ricky Power, Paddy

Kiely, Michael Kiely. Dungarvan: Glen Power; James Kiely, Kealan Barry, Conor Sheehan; Sean Hyslop, Eoin Healy, Kealan Daly; Jamie Hallahan, Liam Ryan; Brendan Cullinan, Ian Sheehan, Joe Duggan; Aidan Connolly, Aidan Kirwan, John Havens. Subs: Jamie Cullinan, Darragh Power, Liam Sheehan, Denis Kirwan, Stephen O’Donovan. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Ballinacourty ……………... 3-17; Ballinameela ……………… 1-11. Ballinacourty displayed early championship winning potential in Pairc Ui Cholmain last Saturday evening when they decisively defeated recently relegated from the senior grade Ballinameela by a a dozen points. ‘Courty led by 1-11 to 1-6 at the interval with 37 year old Gary Hurney the star of the show. The former County player scored his side’s first half goal as well as seven points (3f) in this period with Tiernan Murray (2), Shane Ahern and Patrick Lynch also working the scoreboard. A Shane Flavin penalty goal was Ballinameela’s major first half score supplemented by minors by Mikey Phelan (2), Rob Shine, Jim Curran, Conor Buckley and the returned Tom Curran to leave a 0-5 margin between the teams at the short whistle. Ballinacourty dominated the second moiety by 206 to 0-5 with Aaron Beresford leaving his goal keeping gloves at home to score two goals. Gary Hurney added two further points as did Tiernan Murray with Shane Ahern, again, and Mark Fives getting in on the scoring act in a very strong team performance. As well as their regular players in recent years, the Ballinacourty

Gary Hurney top scorer in the Ballinacourty v Ballinameela game.

Shane Flavin who scored a penalty goal against Ballinacourty.

under age structure has added such as Shane Ahern, Mark Twomey, Patrick Power, James Riordan, David Montgomery and Aaron Beresford to their adult section. Ballinameela were confined to five second half scores, four of them by Rob Shine including two from frees and Conor Buckley added to his earlier score.

Beresford, Eoin Brackett, Stephen Cliffe, Tony Collins, Jack Duggan, Mark Fives, David Hickey, Patrick Lynch, David Montgomery, Tiernan Murray, James Riordan, Patrick Power, Mark Twomey. Ballinameela: James McGrath, Cian Culloo, Micheal Shine, Kealan Looby, Shane McGovern, David Phelan, Micheal Culloo, Lorcan Looby, Kevin Phelan, Donagh Looby, Mikey Phelan, Liam O’Brien, Jim Curran, Conor Buckley, Rob Shine, Tom Kiely, Tom Curran, James Ryan, Brian Phelan, Cian Horwood, Elliot Stackwood, Shane Flavin, Jack Griffin, Jack McGrath, Jack Sullivan, Sam Hallahan, Paudie Prendergast. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Team Panels: Ballinacourty: Pa Collins; Maurice Power, Shane Ahern, James Beresford, Gavin Breen, Shane Crotty, Gary Hurney, Eoin Kiely, Shane O’Gorman, Richie Ryan, David Sweeney, Aaron

Sliabh gCua makes winning return Sliabh gCua ……………… 1-10; Geraldines …………………. 2-6. LAST year’s County Junior football champions, Sliabh gCua made the narrowest of winning returns to the Intermediate grade when they ousted Geraldines by a single point in Cappoquin last Saturday. Though defeated the Gers can be well pleased with their performance here as they continue to regroup for this year’s championship and also for the junior hurling grade. Team Panels: Sliabh gCua: Daniel Flynn; Jack Skehan, JJ Coffey, Gearoid Hallinan; Dylan McCarthy, Brendan McGourty, Sean Fitzpatrick; Eoin Kearns, Stephen Coffey, Cillian Tobin, Mike Kearns, Denis Coffey, Dermot Tobin, Jason Sheehan, Kevin Sheehan, David Doyle, Aidan Fitzpatrick, Aidan Kearney, David Whelan, Ronan Gleeson, Eoin Walsh, David Whelan, Johnny Ahearne, Owen Barron, Kieran Barron, Jack Power, Darragh Tobin, Tom Tobin, Willie Power,

Kevin Sheehan left and Eoin Kearns who were on the Sliabh gCua side that defeated Geraldines. Cian Geary, Tadhg Walsh. Geraldines: Shane Lambden, Pa Hickey, Stephen Fitzgerald, Ricky Fitzgerald, Johnny Healy, Jerome Maher, Eamonn Mernin, Stevie Hally, Tiernan O’Connell, Shane Kenny, Stephen Kennefick,

Aidan O’Dwyer, Peter Coughlan, Alan Lawlor, Ger O’Donovan, David Hally, John Tobin, Peter Clifford, Paul Connery, Stevie Keane. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane).

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Waterford come good in extra-time to take Munster Camogie under 16B title Waterford ……………………0-9; Cork ………………………..…0-7. Massive congratulations to Waterford Under 16 who beat a very strong Cork team on Sunday last in an epic battle which ended in a draw in normal time and extra time had to be played to decide the outcome. The game was played in very tough conditions. Waterford opted to play with the twirling breeze in the first half. It was Cork however, who opened the scoring on the tenth minute with a pointed free. There were nerves and errors aplenty in the first half which both teams suffered from erratic shooting and missed frees. Waterford backs were simply outstanding right throughout the first half leaving Waterford trailing by a point at half time 0-4 to 0-3. Cork came out all fired up and it took Waterford some time to settle. The Waterford backs were simply outstanding. Alisha Flynn commanded the full back with great support from Mide Delaney and Sheena McGuickan. Midway throughout the second half Waterford found themselves trailing by 3 points. Waterford however never gave up and fought to the bitter end. Aine O’Neill scored a fantastic point in normal time and Aoife Fitzgerald levelling the game in injury time bringing the game to extra time.

In extra time Waterford found a new gear and showed their superiority. Waterford dominated the play particularly in second half of extra time. Aoife Fitzgerald was supreme on Frees. With some great passages of play from Roisin Kirwan and Aine O’Neill. Waterford pointed twice to see them win on a scoreline of Waterford 0-9 and 0-7. Alisha Flynn was awarded player of the match. Mide Delaney, Sheena McGuickan, Rachel Walsh, Sarah Maher and Sorcha Cantwell were all simply outstanding. Captain Aoife Fitzgerald also deserves a special mention ending the game with a personal tally of eight points. Well done to all on a fantastic display. It was hard fought victory! Waterford: Elena Gallagher, Mide Delaney, Alisha Flynn, Sheena McGuickan, Rachel Walsh, Sarah Maher, Sorcha Cantwell, Roise Ni Mhuiri, Aine O’Neill, Dara Fitzgerald, Alannah Jones, Roisin Kirwan, Ciara Sheehan, Aoife Fitzgerald, Anna Mai Drohan, Amy Coffey, Hannah Walsh, Rachel Jones, Mary Kate Prendergast, Hannah Leamy, Beth Gardner, Holly Ryan, Niamh Crowley, Natasha Dobbyn, Clodagh Hoctor, Helen Connolly, Clodagh Tutty, Caoimhne Ni Dhuibhir, Clodagh Curham, Kate Foley and Annie Quinn. Senior Club League Result

Alisha Flynn is presented the Player of the Match award following Waterford U16 Camogie's victory in the Munster B final, beating Cork 0-9 to 0-7 in Fr O'Neills GAA, Ballymacoda, Co. Cork, on Sunday 15th April 2018.

Waterford U16 Camogie captain Aoife Fitzgerald is presented the cup by Marie Kennedy, Munster Camogie Council, following Waterford U16 Camogie's victory in the Munster B final, beating Cork 0-9 to 0-7 in Fr O'Neills GAA, Ballymacoda, Co Cork, on Sunday 15th April 2018.

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Round 1: Gailltir 3-12; De La Salle 3-12 Lismore 0-10; Cappoquin 0-5 Tramore 1-5; St. Annes 3-10 An Rinn 6-21; Ferrybank 1-0 MUNSTER SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP Waterford vs Cork Date: Saturday, 21st of April Time: 2.30 p.m.

Venue: Modeligo GAA Best of luck to the team and their management. Please come out and support the girls. DOG NIGHT FUNDRAISER We would like to thank our dedicated supporters for coming out in force once more to make it a huge success that it was. Your support year-in and year-out is overwhelm-

ing and so much appreciated and we couldn’t do it without you. Particular mention to the under 14s and our Minor county players who participated in the Novelty race. A big thank you to all our volunteers and all our sponsors. WATERFORD CAMOGIE OFFICE Waterford Camogie office is

The Waterford U16 Camogie panel, celebrate winning the Munster B final, beating Cork 0-9 to 0-7 in Fr O'Neills GAA, Ballymacoda, Co Cork, on Sunday 15th April 2018.

Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship continues this weekend BALLINACOURTY V EMMETTS in Abbeyside Saturday, April 21st at 7 p.m. –––––––––––––– MODELIGO V SLIABH gCUA in Cappoquin Sunday, April 22nd at 2 p.m. –––––––––––––– BALLINAMEELA V GERALDINES in Cappoquin Sunday, April 22nd at 3.30 p.m.

BALLINACOURTY are the form team in the early stages of the Western IFC and they should receive a

sterner test this weekend against a capable Emmetts side, the latter despite going down to Modeligo in Round 1. Gary Hurney is leading the way for ‘Courty up front and his scoring rate may well be the difference between the teams. Both Modeligo and Sliabh gCua won their first games and this could be a closely contested encounter. Modeligo scored four goals the last day and Sliabh gCua conceded two and there may lay the key to a Modeligo win. These ‘St. Olivers’ games always have an added interest and there is usually very little to separate the teams at the long whistle. Ballinameela’s start to the year has been a slow one and though Geraldines lost out narrowly to Sliabh gCua, their performance was good enough to suggest that they can take the points here.

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Lawlors Hotel Western Junior ‘A Football Championship AFFANE V KILGOBINET in Dungarvan Club Grounds Saturday, April 21st at 6 p.m. ––––––––––––– SHAMROCKS V SEAN PHOBAIL in Ardmore Saturday, April 21st at 6 p.m.

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pionship is just a four team competition with Tallow and Lismore not fielding. The four sides will know each other fairly well before the Doocey family Cup is handed over and starting this weekend, both games could be close run affairs. Affane will be favoured over last year’s Junior ‘C’ champions Kilgobinet, who are not to be discounted here though and are capable of getting off to a winning start.

Shamrocks v Sean Phobail could well be the Western final pairing and this game sparks interest. Sean Phobail have regrouped since last year and have Declan Ryan back from Midleton and have also acquired the services of Ballyduff’s Shane Hannon. Shamrocks are a seasoned junior outfit at this stage and they will not be easily defeated. The safe option is a draw!

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Hurling League TALLOW V BALLYDUFF in Tallow Saturday, April 21st at 7 p.m. WITH both clubs not fielding in the 2018 Junior football championship, the way is clear for this Senior Hurling

League game in Tallow on Saturday evening. TALLOW GET THE NOD From what we have seen in the first two rounds of the championship, the nod goes to Tallow to win the only game of adult hurling over the weekend.

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Gaelic Jottings Kieran Bennett opts out WATERFORD manager Derek McGrath has been dealt a blow ahead of the start of the Munster SHC following the news that Kieran Bennett has left the panel. Bennett was one of three brothers on the squad as he joined siblings Shane and Stephen in representing the county last year. The talk in Waterford is that he is set to go travelling this Summer. The older of the three Bennetts, Kieran really came to the fore towards the end of last year's championship forcing his way into the side for the All-Ireland semi-final and final. Kieran now joins his brother Shane who has also opted off the panel, while it remains to be seen if Maurice Shanahan returns to the squad after he dropped himself following his sending off against Cork. Following a poor league campaign, the Déise need to step up their preparations over the coming weeks if they are to match last year's performances.

Hartley not happy BALLYGUNNER manager Fergal Hartley is bemused with the fact that Fraher Field hosted seven championship games for the second week running, despite other venues being available. Much has been made of the pitches in Waterford this year as the county senior hurlers must play their Munster SHC round robin matches all away from home as Walsh Park and Fraher Field are not deemed suitable for games of that standing. However, Hartley told the Waterford News & Star that he can't understand why Walsh Park is not being used more as his side was forced to take to an overused Fraher Field last weekend. Ballygunner had no problem in seeing off the challenge of An Rinn, but Hartley was more concerned over the state of the pitch that they were forced to play on. "It's a ridiculous situation when you have seven games on in Fraher Field on a weekend like this," said Hartley. "The only game in the east this weekend was a game between eastern teams. There's plenty of other pitches it could have been played on. It has to be questioned and it has to be looked at. From our perspective, we would be a little irate about it; being the seventh game of seven again this weekend. "We were the seventh game of seven last weekend. Someone has to take a hard look at it. There's no reason why this game shouldn't have been changed from Fraher Field." He added: "When Walsh Park is closed, any of our games will be up in the west and that's fine. While Walsh Park is open, why play some of these games in the west? It's not fair on the ground staff at Fraher Field. The pitch held up as well as possible, but the surface was not suitable for playing hurling in and it should have been moved to a different venue."

Waterford Referee makes hurling panel THE GAA has announced its panel of referees for this Summer's football and hurling championships. Monaghan's Martin McNally (football) and Limerick's Johnny Murphy (hurling) are the two new officials to come in, with Marty Duffy (Sligo) and Brian Gavin (Offaly) having retired from the panel at the end of last year. A referee’s panel of 18 has been an-

nounced for the football championships as well as a linesmen panel of 8. In hurling there is a referees panel of 10 for the Liam McCarthy Cup and a panel of 16 for the Joe McDonagh and Christy Ring Cups, which includes Waterford official Thomas Walsh from the Modeligo club.

Animated O’Rourke COLM O'Rourke has called on club players to mobilise and march on Croke Park to demand their 'civil rights'.The Meath great delivers a damning verdict on the GAA's attempt to designate April as a 'club only' month. "From the beginning I have written on several occasions that unless it was set in stone that no training or challenge matches could take place then it was all a waste of time. "Now the reports from all over the country are backing that up, even to the extent in several cases that come county players may play no matches at all with their clubs. "As for training with them, well, the dogs in the street know the answer to that one. Those dogs obviously don't bark near Croke Park." The two-time All-Ireland winning suggests it's time that club players took matters into their own hands… "At this stage it might take a great march by club players to Croke Park, modelled on Martin Luther King's long march to Washington to demand civil rights. "The club players would be demanding their civil rights too: a defined season with access to their own county players. "Maybe the officials in Croke Park would turn the water hoses and the tear gas on these demonstrators or maybe there is somebody who could come up with a 'I have a dream' speech which would set out a position of equality for all in the GAA."

County Minor Hurling Championship Gradings 2018 Division 1: Ballygunner, Roanmore, Abbeyside, Mt. Sion, De La Salle, St, Carthages. Division 2: Group A: Clan Na Gael, Passage, Tramore, Clonea, St. Mary’s, Portlaw/ Ballyduff. Group B: Naomh Brid, An Ghaeltacht, Cois Bhride, Brickeys, St. Olivers. Division 3: Group ‘A’: Erin’s Own, St. Saviours, St. Mollerans, Ferrybank, Ballygunner ‘B’, Stradbally. Group ‘B’: Ballyduff Upper, Ardmore, Cappoquin, Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg, Fourmilewater, Dungarvan, Kilrossanty.

Playing in America for the Summer WITH the barren club GAA Summer on the horizon, a number of players may be heading to America for work and some hurling. After reading this email sent out to all the clubs, it may be easier to stay at home or is somebody discouraging players to go abroad? For the 2018 season, all sanction applications must be made online via the Player Transfer System (PTS). This will see clubs in North America initiate the sanction process in a similar process as to how online transfer operate. This process must be initiated by the club in USGAA/Canada/New York that the player wishes to play with. Players who are intending to play in

these jurisdictions in Summer 2018 should: 1. Contact the club secretary of the club they intend to play with in USGAA/Canada/New York. 2. If the club in USGAA/Canada/New York would like to initiate a sanction application for the player, the player should purchase suitable travel insurance. The only currently acceptable insurances are those provided by Chubb (available via the link below on gaa.ie) and USIT(MAPFRE which must include confirmation of an upgrade from the standard cover of "Hazardous Activities Grade 1": to include "Hazardous Activities: Grade 5"). Please note Travel insurance must be purchased before the player leaves Ireland - Further details below. 3. The player should supply their e-mail address to the club secretary of the club they wish to play in USGAA/Canada/New York. 4. Complete the application form online via a link which will be received by the player via e-mail from the PTS once an application has been initiated by the club secretary in USGAA/Canada/New York via the Sanctions tab. Players must upload proof of their travel insurance information when completing the application form or the application will not be processed. In addition, players applying for a J1 Sanction must also provide proof of their J1 Visa (a copy of the J1 Visa will suffice) 5. Once the form has been completed, the club secretary of the club they wish to play in USGAA/Canada/New York will review the details and if appropriate submit the application to Croke Park for processing. 6. Croke Park will then process the application if all information has been provided. The club and county in Ireland will then receive an e-mail notification that the application requires their approval and will be invited to approve or reject the application. 7. Once all parties have approved the application, the sanction will be granted by Croke Park. An e-mail notification will advise all parties, including the player, that the sanction has now been granted. 8. The USGAA/Canada/New York may have additional requirements with regard to registration in advance of a player being eligible to play in a fixture. Players are advised to confirm they have been registered with the club secretary in USGAA/Canada/New York prior to participating in a fixture. Mandatory Travel Insurance All players that will be seeking an Official GAA Sanction from Central Council to play in North America (USGAA), New York or Canada for the summer are reminded that travel insurance must be arranged in Ireland before they commence their journeys. Proof of this insurance is required as part of the application process. Players should note the following: Like the vast majority of travel insurance policies, the option offered by the GAA can only be purchased by individuals before they leave Ireland. Important points for players to note include: The only currently acceptable insurances are those provided by Chubb (available via the link below) and USIT (which must include Grade 5 hazardous activities cover). The cost of insurance will depend on the duration of a player’s stay in a particular country. Players wishing to play in North America must purchase cover for a minimum of 90 days. It is the player's own responsibility to ensure they are covered for all dates of potential fixtures. Travel insurance is not a private health insurance. It only covers players if there is a sudden and unexpected accident or if a player becomes ill during his trip. Generally where doctors appointed by Insurers deem treatment in Ireland/Britain more appropriate, players will be

Pictured are winners of the solo run at the Dungarvan GAA juvenile fun night held last Friday night in Clogherane.

repatriated home for treatment. Players playing overseas are not covered under the GAA Injury Benefit Fund. The following are the steps which player's need to take to purchase the required insurance: 1. Go to the following link http://www.acetravellerinsurance.ie/?afl= 5781http://www.chubbinsure.ie/travel/?afl =5781 2. Choose Backpacker cover for a minimum of 90 days. It is the player's own responsibility to ensure they are covered for all dates of potential fixtures.if you do not have cover for a fixture you will not be eligible to play or covered in the event of a sudden or unexpected accident. 3. Please Note: ensure you select 'Worldwide Cover inc. US/Canada/Caribbean' 4. Choose the most accurate number of days that you will be staying in North America / New York / Canada - Minimum for North America is 90 days 5. Please read and accept the terms and conditions of the policy and apply for the cover 6. Fill in all the required fields in order to obtain your documentation 7. Once purchased, the confirmation letter should be submitted when applying via the GAA Player Transfer System. 8. Once approved, all Sanctions will appear on the relevant lists on the Official GAA website Note - A player who has been included on an Inter-County Senior Championship list submitted to the Referee, in accordance with Rules of Specification 2.5 (ii)(a) for a game in the current year’s Championship shall not be eligible to be accepted for Registration as a member of any Club in the North American County Board Jurisdiction. Exception - A player who has been included on an Inter-County Senior Championship list submitted to the Referee, in accordance with Rules of Specification 2.5 (ii)(a), for a game in the current year’s Championship, who holds a valid current J1 Visa or who is eligible for a J1 Visa and who obtains an Official J1 Sanction may be accepted for registration. Such a player may only have his J1 Sanction approved once his team has been eliminated from the Senior InterCounty Championship (including AllIreland qualifier games). The J1 Visa concerned with this Exception is the J1 Work and Travel Programme Visa only – i.e. the four

month Visa for 3rd Level Students. General Rules A Sanction entitles a player to play with a Club from March 1 until the end of OctoberSanctions to USGAA (North America),New York or Canada, will not be granted after July 1 A player who has received a Sanction will not be able to play again with his Club in Ireland for 30 days after the date of approval of his Sanction in Croke Park Sanctions are only available to current members of Clubs in Ireland or members of clubs in Britain, whose First Club is their current club. For more information, go to Rule 6.12 of the Official Guide. For further information see http://www.gaa.ie/the-gaa/rules-regulations/overseas-sanctions

Scór Na Seachtaine SEAMUS Keating of Ardmore 60th minute pointed free off the ground in the first half of his club’s senior football championship game against Stradbally in Leamybrien last Saturday evening.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s Fraher Field Classics, courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy features the Western U-21 Football championship game between Tourin/ Lismore and Kilrossanty at the Gaelic Field reported on the paper dated April 27th, 1968. Tourin/Lismore 5-1; Kilrossanty 0-3.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the family Mrs. Joanie Kelly, Waterford City who died recently. Joanie was originally a member of the well known Shanahan family in Ballysaggart and was married to popular Mt. Sion man Dando Kelly. She is survived by her sons Daniel, well known former inter-county hurler Eoin and Pat. Joanie was a sister to Brian and Tom Shanahan and aunt of Dan and Maurice who are all well known to local Gaels. Sincere sympathy is extended to all her relations on the loss of Joanie at an all too young age. The Observer also extends its sympathy to the family of former An Rinn player Ronnie Curran. As a mark of respect a minute’s silence was observed before the senior football championship game at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening between An Rinn and Kilrossanty.

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WESTERN BOARD RESULTS AND FIXTURES Western Board Fixtures Saturday, 21st April, 2018 The Local Bar Junior A Football: Shamrocks v Old Parish in Ardmore at 6.00 p.m. Affane v Kilgobinet in Dungarvan Club at 6.00 p.m. Radley Engineering Intermediate Football: Emmets v Ballinacourty in Abbeyside at 7.30 p.m. Sunday, 22nd April, 2018 Radley Engineering Intermediate Football: Modeligo v Sliabh gCua in Cappoquin at 2.00 p.m. Ballinameela v Geraldines in Cappoquin at 3.30 p.m.

Western Board Results

Three All-Ireland winners receive WLR Granville Hotel GAA Awards SEAMUS Keating is the first monthly winner of the WLR / Granville Hotel GAA Award. The Ardmore and Waterford hurler picked up the February gong for his fine displays with the seasiders who became the first Déise club to lift an All-Ireland title Seamus played a key role as Ardmore were crowned All-Ireland Junior club hurling champions after an unforgettable win over St. Mogue's of Wexford in a thrilling decider at Croke Park Seamus had a fine game in the number six

jersey defending well, and mounting several attacks A David Gartland point forced extra-time, and it was in the extra-time period where Ardmore drove on as they recorded a famous 3-11 to 0-18 win as Declan Prendergast hoisted the trophy MARCH AWARD St. Angela's Urusline were crowned AllIreland Junior A Camogie champions following a thrilling Replay victory over St. Mary's New Ross at a windy WIT Arena last month.

The crucial score came ten minutes from time as Urusline captain Abby Flynn rattled the net for the game's only goal It finished St. Angela's Urusline 1-5 St. Mary's 0-7 It was a second All-Ireland in as many days for St. Angela's who claimed the Senior B title. They beat Colaiste Iosagain of Dublin by 5-14 to 3-14 in Jenkinstown. Annie Fitzgerald was top scorer for the Waterford school with 1-7, while Aoife Fitzgerald netted 1-2

ROUND 1 RESULTS Radley Engineering Intermediate Football Championship: Modeligo 4-8; Emmets 0-13 Geraldines 2-6; Sliabh gCua 1-10 Ballinameela 1-11; Ballinacourty 3-17

Waterford County Board GAA Fixtures Senior Football Championship: Saturday, 21st April Stradbally v Portlaw in Kill at 2:30 p.m. Ardmore v Dungarvan in Bushy Park at 3 p.m. Ballinacourty v Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg in Cappoquin at 4 p.m. The Nire v Brickey Rangers in Cappoquin at 6 p.m. An Rinn v Gaultier in Kill at 5:30 p.m. Killrossanty v Rathgormack in Kill at 7 p.m. Junior B Football Championship: Friday, 20th April Stradbally v Gaultier in Stradbally at 7 p.m. Ballinameela v Kilrossanty in Ballinameela at 7 p.m. Rathgormack v Brickey Rangers in Rathgormack at 7 p.m. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v The Nire in Clashmore at 7 p.m. Senior Hurling League Saturday, 21st April Tallow v Ballyduff in Tallow at 7 p.m.

Ardmore and Waterford's Seamus Keating was the February winner of the WLR/Granville Hotel Monthly GAA Award, he is pictured with Neil Gough, WLR, Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Waterford County Board, Fiona and Mary Moloney, Noel Conway, Chairman Ardmore GAA Club, Nick, Dervilla and Sibél Keating. [Noel Browne]

Winners and participates of the recent Golf Classic in aid of Waterford Ladies Football.

Waterford Ladies Football Golf Classic THANK you to Dungarvan Golf club and everybody who supported the event from golf teams to sponsors, to those who bought raffle tickets. RESULTS: 1st 94 points: Neil Power, Eoin Bennett, Byran Kirwan and Tony Kirwan 2nd 90 points: Evan Walshe,

James Power, Craig Susdorf, Louis Walshe 3rd 90 points: Mossie Walsh, Jack Elsted, Kevin Walsh, David Walsh 4th 90 points: Dermot Walsh, Michael Morrissey, Paul Breen, JJ Hanley Longest Drive (Men): John Reynolds

Longest Drive (women): Mandy O’Neill Nearest the pin: Eoin Conway UCD PLAYER OF THE YEAR Congratulations to Karen McGrath of Ballymacarbry who was chosen as UCD Ladies footballer of the year last week at their annual awards. This is a well-deserved award for Karen as she is

playing great football at the moment. Karen was also nominated for the WGPA player of the month in March. Well done Karen. SENIORS PLAY CAVAN IN LEAGUE SEMI-FINAL Best of luck to our Senior team led by Pat O’Sullivan who will take on Cavan in the division 2 league

semi-final this Sunday, time and venue TBC. FUNDAMENTALS COURSE Reminder to all clubs about the upcoming Fundamentals Coaching Courses. If any club coaches are looking to attend please send Names and clubs details to development.waterfordlgfa@gmail.com

Course 1: 28th April in Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas from 9:30 to 4 p.m. (All clubs on this date to advise coaches still can attend). Course 2: Saturday, 19th May and location TBC (All clubs on this date to advise all coaches still can attend and still have space for 8 additional coaches).

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Club Focus Wednesday, 15th April, 1998

Waterford still in sight of League semi-final appearance Waterford 0-13; Wexford 0-13. WATERFORD hurlers remain in sight of a place in the lucrative Church & General National League semifinal following an exciting drawn encounter with Wexford at Walsh Park on Sunday last. Yet, it one is to be brutally honest, Waterford should have clinched that semi-final spot here as on the day they won a much greater share of outfield possession. However, a total of 14 wides, six of which were from placed balls, tells its own story and it’s something which will have to be improved upon if Waterford hope to progress further. ENTERTAINING ENCOUNTER Overall this was a very entertaining encounter on a bitterly cold day. Full credit goes to both teams for a full blooded contest which hung in the balance right up to the final blast on referee Pat O’Connor’s whistle. Waterford had two changes in the lineout with Brian Greene and Billy O’Sullivan coming in for the injured Peter Queally and Derek McGrath. Wexford led at the break by 0-9 to Waterford’s 0-8. In the 33rd minute L. O’Gorman placed Martin Storey who lobbed over a neat point. Paul Flynn pointed a 35th minute free. Seamus Hughes placed Tom Dempsey for another neat point. Fergal Hartley soloed upfield with Tony Browne forward to clip over another point in the 38th minute, 0-11 to 0-10 and Browne was Waterford’s best midfielder. Mitch Jordan pointed in the 42nd minute, 0-12 to 0-10. A ball in from Dave Bennett again saw it going

off D. Fitzhenry’s hurley for a 65 which Paul Flynn pointed in the 51st minute, 0-12 to 0-11. Ken McGrath, to a great roar of approval from the Waterford supporters in the attendance of 7,000, drove over the equalising point in the 54th minute, 011 each. Paul Codd was bang on target from a free in the 60th minute. Then came one of those vital split second breaks which can decide the destiny of teams as Brendan Landers’ quickly taken puckout was won by Larry O’Gorman who surged upfield, but was whistled back by referee Pat O’Connor – who directed that the puckout be taken again. This time Billy O’Sullivan who has a quite game on Declan Ruth, won possession and placed Dave Bennett who somehow created space to slip over the all important equalising point. It was nothing more than Waterford deserved. Brendan Landers is gaining in experience. While Brian Flannery, Sean Cullinane and Mark O’Sullivan all played really well. Stephen Frampton and Brian Greene backed up a band in form Fergal Hartley. Up front, if Dave Bennett was the star, Dan Shanahan, Ken McGrath and Paul Flynn also had their moments. Waterford scorers: K. McGrath 0-5, P. Flynn 0-3, D. Shanahan and D. Bennett 0-2 each. T. Browne 0-1. Wexford scorers: P. Codd 0-4, M. Storey and T. Dempsey 0-3 each, A. Fenlon, L. Murphy and M. Jordan 01 each. Waterford: B. Landers; B. Flannery, S. Cullinane, M. O’Sullivan; S. Frampton, F. Hartley, B. Greene; T. Browne, G. Gater; D. Shanahan, K. McGrath, B. O’Sullivan; D. Bennett, A. Kirwan, P. Flynn. Subs: M. White for A Kirwan; J. Meaney for G. Gater. Wexford: D. Fitzhenry; C. Kehoe, G. Cush, D. Barry; D. Ruth, L. O’Gorman, J. Purcell; A. Fenlon, R. McCarthy; M. Storey, S. Hughes, P. Codd; T. Dempsey, L. Murphy, M. Jordan. Subs: S. Flood for D. Barry; B. Byrne for R. McCarthy. Referee: P. O’Connor (Limerick).

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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY DUNGARVAN COME OUT ON TOP IN LEAGUE GAME Championship: Intermediate Hurling Championship. Venue: Stradbally. Date: Friday, 10th April, 1998. Half-time score: Stradbally 0-7; Dungarvan 0-3. Full-time score: Dungarvan 2-9; Stradbally 1-8. Dungarvan Team: Paul Ahearne; Owen Sheridan, B. Flynn, M. McLoughlin; Eamonn Morrissey, Chris Gough, B. Shanahan; Bert Ahearne, Jason O’Mahoney; T. Galvin, Conor Murphy, Graham Nagle; Eoin Cunningham, Dermot O’Callaghan, D. Flynn. Stradbally team: Trevor Curran, Kevin Coffey, David Power, Thomas Walsh, Paul Kiely, Oliver Costello, John Coffey, Brian Cleary, Niall Curran, Stephen Cunningham, Liam O’Brien, Paul Mullaney, Michael O’Brien. Subs: Trevor Costello, Richard Gough, Andy Barrett, Kieran Kirwan, Alan Darcy.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 13 Forecasts. 8 Correct. 5 Incorrect. Success Rate: 61.5%. This Week’s Forecasts: Co. SFC: Stradbally v (Portlaw), Ardmore v (Dungarvan), Ballinacourty v (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg), Nire v (Brickeys), An Rinn v (Gaultier), Rathgormack v (Kilrossanty). Co. J’B’F: Nire v (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).Rathgormack v (Brickeys), Kilrossanty v (Ballinameela), Stradbally v (Gaultier). Co. SHL: Tallow v (Ballyduff). West IFC: Ballinacourty v (Emmetts), Modeligo v (Sliabh gCua), Geraldines v (Ballinameela). West J’A’FC: Kilgobinet v (Affane), Sean Phobail v (Shamrocks). To Date: 92 Forecasts. 61 Correct. 31 Incorrect. Success Rate: 66.3 %.

On the mend ONE Absentee from the GAA scene since the start of the new season has been John Anthony Kelly of the Shamrocks Club. John Anthony suffered a serious accident at work some time back but we are glad to learn that he is on the mend and is out and about again. John Anthony is always willing to help out at Board games as an umpire, a job he has performed for many years and hopefully he will again at all the venues around the County. I’m sure we speak for all local Gaels when we wish him all the best in his continuing recovery.

Last weekend’s Senior Football Championship gates Kill: €732. Leamybrien; €361. Ardmore; €260. Fraher Field: €1,370. Total: €2,723.

Naomh Chartaigh U-12s hurlers played Bricky Rangers at home last Friday night in the Town and Country League and had a nice win.

Brickey Rangers Under 12 hurling team.

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Football Championship Round 2

Football Championship continues and finishes THE County senior football championship second round games are down for decision this weekend with the majority of all games in all grades being crammed into Saturday. Hopefully, the reason for this is not to make way for some form of County hurling activity on the Sunday as this would only confirm that the month of April being assigned to club activity wasn’t a sincere approach to the grass roots of the Association. When Croke Park didn’t lay down the law that

no County training or challenge games could be done in April, leaving the decision to the respective County Boards, suspicions were aroused about the genuine care of our clubs and the lack of leadership from the very top of the association will have caused disharmony around the country. There is another weekend left in April after these round 2 games and what is stopping our own Board using the month to the very end and fixing either Round 3 of football or hurling?

GROUP A STRADBALLY V PORTLAW in Kill Saturday, April 21st at 2.30pm. ––––––––––––––– ARDMORE V DUNGARVAN in Bushy Park Saturday, April 21st at 3pm. County champions Stradbally will be the clearest of favourites to continue on their winning ways with a win in Kill over last year’s relegation threatened Portlaw. The Reds weren’t overly impressive against Ardmore last weekend but they should have too much football for their opponents, who are an improved side though and who can defend well. Ardmore led Stradbally at half time in Leamybrien last Saturday and but for the concession of a second half goal, they contested well here. Dungarvan disappointed against Portlaw and lost their key player Kieran Power to a red card. They may well need to change their style of play here, put some scoring forwards in their full line and leave the ball do the work if they are going to prevent a second defeat. GROUP B CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG V BALLINACOURTY in Cappoquin Saturday, April 21st at 4 p.m. ––––––––––––––– NIRE V BRICKEYS in Cappoquin Saturday, April 21st at 6 p.m. It’s difficult to see the Cappoquin venue being allowed to take four fixtures this weekend with the continued inclement weather. The first game should see Ballinacourty receive a sterner test than last Sunday

evening against a Clashmore/Kinsalebeg outfit that played well against the Nire. However, ‘Courty should continue on their winning ways. The Brickeys look as if they are going from the frying pan into the fire as the Nire await them in the toughest of the three Groups. Brickeys were disappointed with their showing in round 1 and we can expect a pride motivated improvement but the Nire already look like their name will be on the County final programme later in the year. GROUP C AN RINN V GAULTIER in Kill Saturday, April 21st at 5.30 p.m. –––––––––––––––––– KILROSSANTY V RATHGORMACK in Kill Saturday, April 21st at 7 p.m. The two fixtures in Kill have a very interesting look about them. In the first match, both clubs will be seeking an improvement on last week’s displays, especially Gaultier who lost their way against Rathgormack in the second half of their game. An understrength An Rinn side were fortunate to get a draw against Kilrossanty and the sooner they get some of their regulars back in action the better it will be for them. Both sides are lacking in attack at present and it may be a case of Donie Breathnach proving to be the difference in a match and not for the first time. The Cross Comeragh derby should draw a respectable attendance to the Kill venue. Rathgormack were the more impressive of the two in Round 1 and if they can repeat that form they can remain unbeaten. Kilrossanty may well seek to slow down the pace of the game with a more physical presence but at the moment Rathgormack seem to have a better scoring potential.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Cappoquin CappoquinCamogie Camogie RESULTS A well played match on Saturday by the seniors unfortunately coming away with a score of 0-10 to 0-5 to Lismore. TRAINING *U-8/U-10 training is Thursday from 6-7 pm at the GAA pitch *Under 12/14 training is Tuesday at 6 pm and Saturday at 11 am at the GAA pitch *U-18 and Adult training will be held on Friday evening at 8.15 pm in the Cappoquin Community Centre and Sunday morning at 10 am on the pitch *All other times will be updated on Facebook/Twitter first so please keep an eye on our social pages. New members always welcome.

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