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The September edition of The Muskerry News, incorporating The North City News, will be published on Thursday September 15th and closing date for submissions is Thursday September 8th.
Great collaboration going on with Cork County Council and the residents of Glenview Heights and Monacanappa, Blarney, as they undertake an ambitious landscaping project which is going to be such an attractive feature when complete.
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I was in blarney last week the traffic was appaling coaches have to stop to pass coming in from tower coming into the village coaches had to stop by super/valu unable to turn right to go to the castle blarney need a good traffic plan. there should be no parking near the square wall accross from the castle hotel. John Ryan via facebook
Blarney’s dangerous junction Twice this week I happened to see two near misses at the junction of Millstream Row and R617. Both were as a result of vehicles coming of the junction on to the R617. I have noted myself how dangerous this junction is as ones view is obscured to traffic coming from Shamrock Terrace by the trees and shrubbery planted in the triangle. Charles Galwey via facebook Congratulations to popular local ladies Linda O'Sullivan and Michelle Cronin who won ₏2000 in the Bishopstown Bar Joker Poker Game.
If you wish to join BART (Blarney Area Rapid Text) Alert System, application forms are available in Blarney Garda Station. You will receive occasional texts to alert you to people or vehicles acting suspiciously in the area and you will be advised to ring the Blarney Garda Station and report any suspicious activity immediately. BART Text Alert System is very good at deterring criminal activity and bogus callers; and alerting you to same. Everyone needs to be vigilant, light up and lock up, keep valuables safe, do not leave them exposed in cars and keep an eye out for vulnerable elderly people especially in rural isolated areas. BART Text Alert System is sponsored by Blarney & District Chamber of Commerce.
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On Friday August 5th Dripsey valley was filled with the magical voices of the High Hopes choir. This was the result of Griffins of Dripsey entering a competition on Today FM to win a BBQ for their staff with Hellmanns and Off the Charts. When the team at Griffins saw this, they decided to try to win and donate the BBQ to the wonderful Penny Dinners and High Hopes choir as a small thank you to all the volunteers and the team that do magical work in Cork by producing quality free meals everyday for so many people. Fergal D’Arcy and Today FM brought the ‘Off the Charts’ show to Griffins of Dripsey and, with Hellmanns, put on a beautiful BBQ for Cork Penny Dinners and the High Hopes choir, and what an afternoon it was, great laughs, emotional stories, heart warming singing and music followed with such exciting news for High Hopes choir as, after the show, High Hopes choir heard that they will be travelling to Dublin to record an album with Aslan in the next few weeks. Christy Dignam is a true friend and fan of the High Hope Choir. Fergal and Ed fell in love with Griffin’s hot lips and of course Granny Griffins scones, tasting them live on air they too agreed that they are the best scone in Ireland. Margaret Griffin thanked all involved for creating such a joyful afternoon for Cork Penny Dinners.
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Muskerry Macra will host one of the first discussions on 'Brexit' and its implications on Irish Agriculture on the 26th August in the Riverside Park Hotel, Macroom at 8pm. Speakers on the night will include: Michael Creed (Minister for Agriculture), Joe Burke (Bord Bia) and Alan Jagoe (President of CEJA). This discussion is open to everyone and is a fantastic opportunity to find out more about 'Brexit' and its impact on Irish Agriculture. Congratulations to big hearted young baker Aoife Coleman, Garrycloyne, Blarney, who baked the most delicious cakes and sold them in a cake sale at Kevin O Leary's in Bandon and managed to raise the fabulous amount of â‚Ź93 for Marymount. Well done Aoife!
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Busy month for Berrings Community Asssociation & Berrings Tidy Towns
1916 Garden of Remembrance. Work is on going on our 1916 Garden of Remembrance in Berrings village. We acknowledge with thanks a generous donation given to us following a very enjoyable musical concert ‘Music amongst the Trees’ held recently in St. Senans Church, Inniscarra. Grace Wood, Dripsey, and Eva O'Sullivan, Donoughmore pictured with other members of the Cork Arts Studio Youth Choir Niamh Leddy, Conor Birkitt, Andrea Lenihan, Matthew Palliser Kehoe, Abbie Palliser Kehoe and Sophie Williams, who accompanied Rebecca Storm, Michael McCarthy, and Keith Hanley at the concert. all pics Tom Doherty
Mary Margaret Buckley and Kate Durrant, Blarney, enjoying the concert.
Crossroad Dancing. The Crossroad Dancing continues every Saturday night from 8.30pm to 10.30pm. Do come along and enjoy the live music dancing and craic.
Tidy Towns Competition. Work is ongoing in the maintenence and upkeep of Berrings village and approach roads. Everyone is welcome to join on Thursday evenings from 7pm.
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65th Annual Devotions at Lee Road Shrine
On Monday, 15th August The Feast of the Assumption, the Annual Devotions, will take place at the Lee Road Shrine. The general public will assemble near Our Lady’s Hospital Gate before 6.30pm and march in procession to the Shrine reciting the 14 Mysteries of the Rosary on the way. Succeeding groups will follow at short intervals. When all have arrived at the Shrine, the fifteenth Mystery will be recited by the entire congregation. For those unable to walk in procession to the Shrine, there will be accommodation available on the south bank of the Lee opposite the shrine. The Lee Road will be closed to vehicular traffic from the Wellington Bridge to the Shrine from 6.30pm. However, it may be approached by car from the western side up to 7pm. A service of buses will convey people back to the city after the Devotions. Gifts of plants and flowers for the decoration of the Altar and the Shrine will be gratefully received on Monday morning at the Shrine. Mass will be celebrated at the Shrine at 7.30pm by Bishop John Buckley, Bishop of Cork & Ross. Fr. Damian O’Mahony CC, North Cathedral, Cork, will preach a special sermon at the Shrine. Seating accommodation at the Shrine will be available ONLY for those genuinely invalided.
The new male Asiatic Lion has taken pride of place at Fota Wildlife Park! Shanto, who arrived from Spain, joins Gita and Gira, the two female lions who arrived in Fota earlier this year, and can be found in the new Lion Habitat in the wildlife park’s Asian Sanctuary. The Asiatic Lions join a number of critically endangered species in the Asian Sanctuary, including the Sumatran tiger, Indian rhino Francois langur and Visayan warty pigs. By the early 1900s the number of the Asiatic lions which were once found from Europe to the Far East had dwindled so dramatically, almost to the point of extinction, that for many people today lions are still synonymous with Africa. Due to conservation initiatives, this small population is steadily increasing but the Asiatic Lion is still listed as Endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). pic Darragh Kane
Highcare Childcare Ballincollig had some very special guests come and help them celebrate their 14th birthday last week! The children were delighted to welcome The Animal Roadshow to the centre and throughly enjoyed learning all about the different exotic animals.
Margaret Griffin was recently honoured to launch the 'Taste of Donoughmore' cookery and bakery book, which includes some great gluten free recipes. Margaret said, “The catering team in the community have helped at so many functions and I have huge respect for the great community in Donoughmore who have created 'A model for every parish' in Ireland.” This book will be on sale at Griffins for €13 or 2 for €25, with all money going back into Donoughmore community.
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Blarney Brass & Reed Band have recently announced that they will be undertaking a joint concert tour with the Gleneagle Concert Band Killarney to the South of France in August 2017. The Blarney based community band now in its 36th year will perform two joint concerts in Monaco and Cannes under the baton of band conductors Vincent Condon and Gerard Condon. This is their secnd foreign tour following on from a highly successful tour to Holland in 2014. Band conductor Gerard Condon told us, “ The band will perform two open air concerts in the centre of Monaco and Cannes. This will be a wonderful spectacle as between our own band and the Gleneagle Concert Band their will be close to 100 musicians performing on stage. This tour will be an excellent musical and cultural experience for band members and we are once again very proud to be representing Blarney and Cork abroad�. There is great excitement in the band about the trip particularly for younger members who will be embarking on their first foreign tour with the band which will also include a visit to Nice, Antibes and Juan Le Pins. Band music education programme co-ordination Vincent Condon said, “The ethos of the Blarney Brass & Reed Band is not only to provide musical training but also to assist the personal development of young people. Friendships between younger members that last a lifetime are often forged on tours. Seeing the enjoyment younger members get from playing in the band and how much they are looking forward to the tour makes all the hard work worthwhile�. Blarney Brass & Reed Band is currently enrolling new students for September 2016 for children aged 9 upwards. High quality instruments are supplied free of charge on a first come first served basis to students. Individual instrumentals lessons and music theory classes are provided by professionally qualified teachers on Clarinet, Flute, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium and Drums/Percussion. Established in 2003 the Blarney Brass & Reed Band Music Education Programme is renowned for excellence and provides a first class comprehensive and complete music education programme including one to one instrumental lessons, theory classes and various ensemble groups. The Music Education Programme is a partnership with the Cork ETB School of Music who provide qualified specialised music teachers for the programme. Adults with previous musical experience or musicians receiving tuition are also welcome to join the Blarney Brass & Reed Senior Band For further information contact the band music education programme coordinator Vincent Condon on 087 2229513
What a shame that the former Sunset Ridge Hotel has been allowed to fall into this state. And how unfair to local residents who have to live with it, and deal with the anti social behaviour that a derelict building such as this brings to an area.
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Griffin’s Annual Bulb day is now in it fifth year and has really got the Children of Munster interested in getting out into their Gardens and learning all about gardening and nature. Children love to get messy and really enjoy planting up bulbs, seeds and flowers. Griffin’s believe that we need to encourage this generation to get active and out in the Garden to ensure they understand the importance of gardening on our environment, how to encourage bees and wildlife into our gardens and lives and the health benefits of gardening On Saturday August 20th, Griffin’s Garden Centre in Dripsey are hosting their Annual Bulb day. There will be free workshops from 11am to encourage children to start planting, and all children get to carry home their pots filled with bulbs to nurture and admire in Spring. Throughout the day there is free face painting, prize draws and lots of fun. This event attracted over 300 children to Griffins last year and every year it keeps on growing.
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Popular Local lady Martina Martina Keating was a recent RedFM pictured Supermum of the week, with her son deservedly so after being Damien nominated by her friend Annemarie. "Hi Neil, I would really like to nominate my friend, Martina Keating of Woodview, Kerry Road Tower, Blarney for your Supermum! I don’t even know where to start on why this lady deserves to be spoiled but I will start with the basics. Martina is a breast cancer survivor and wife of Geoff. Martina had 5 children, her eldest boy Owen contracted meningitis aged 3 and is profoundly disabled. He is now in his 30s and needs full care which Martina does without hesitation every week. She then has Billy who is also in his 30s with three gorgeous girls. Then she had Clodagh who was her right arm. Clodagh was such a help to Mar with Owen, Unfortunately aged 14 years old she was crossing the tower road in Blarney to get her morning school bus and was knocked down and unfortunately died a few days later. Clodagh was a beautiful girl and is very much missed by Martina and all the family. To mark Clodagh's passing, Martina climbed Kilimanjaro and raised a lot of money for charity. She also did a parachute jump! Then she has Niamh who is a great kid just finished her leaving cert and working in her new job in Mahon. Then she had Damien who is now 18 years old with Downs Syndrome. He is just a gas character and keeps Martina going each and every day. You should see his Elvis impersonation! I really feel she deserves to be made feel so special. Mar spends her days caring for all her kids, her mum who is elderly and her 3 granddaughters. She is so much fun and manages to keep a smile on her face for everyone she meets. She is one of the most loyal, caring and genuine people that I have ever been lucky enough to call a friend. I’m sure every mum deserves to be treated as we all have the toughest job in the world, but some people just have stuff made of nightmares and still manage to keep going. Martina is one of those rare people. Kind regards, Annemarie"
Saturday August 13th sees the inaugural EMF Fun walk in aid of Pieta House and positive mental health Blarney. The walk has been organised by Eoin Murphy of Eoin Murphy Fitness to promote positive mental health in the Blarney area and beyond. The event is free with donations taken on the day, with all proceeds going to Pieta House to support the fantastic ongoing work done by Pieta House in the Cork area Fancy dress is encouraged and there will be entertainment, refreshments, prizes for best dressed and goodie bags also included. The walk can be completed in 1 or 3 km routes on the Castleview running/walking trail.
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BLARNEY PERSON OF muskerrynews THE YEAR AWARDS 2016
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“ Donal O’Donovan, a former member of An Garda Siochana, came to live in Blarney as a young Garda and settled into the community of his adopted village with great energy and commitment. He became involved with the local GAA club and over the years held many positions on the executive committee. He became a member of the Blarney Choral Society and was involved in some very enjoyable musical shows which were presented in the Blarney Park Hotel and secondary school in the late 1970’s. He was also a member of the Garda choir around that time. Donal also became a member of the local church choir and is, to this present day, a great addition to the bass section. Blarney Tidy Towns was next on his list, and many gardens around the village are looking great because of his input. Coming from a farming background he
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acquired an old tractor which he restored to its former pristine condition, this can be seen at Vintage shows around the locality and in Blarney as part of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. He joined the Blarney Gramophone Circle in 2008 and, having restored an old gramophone which belonged to his parents, he came along to the Castle Hotel where he still presents his choice of music using the old 78rpm records on a regular basis to a very appreciative audience. Blarney Men’s Shed was formed just three years ago and yes, you guessed it, Donal came to visit and is now a regular member. I am delighted to put Donal’s name forward as a candidate for Blarney & District Person of the Year as he is richly deserving of it having contributed so much to the cultural and sporting life of the village of Blarney.� And so say all of us. Congratulations Donal!
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Girl tractor builders seek equality!
Emma Foley, Mary O’Sullivan, Olive O’Sullivan, Louise Downey, Nicola Doherty, Katie O’Brien, Danielle Madden and Michelle Cooney from Coachford are preparing to take on the male dominated sport of ‘Tractor Building’. The eight girls are in training for their first competition on August 21st when they will pitch themselves against the brilliant Broomhill Tractor Builders who are the current World Champions and five time All Ireland Champions. The girls, known as the ‘Socket Rockettes’ will form two teams of four and each team will attempt to build a Ferguson 20 tractor in under 12 minutes at this year’s Coachford festival. “We are very proud of what the lads have being doing over the years, building the Ferguson 20 tractor and competing in championships and we were anxious to have a go so a few of us got together and then a few more came on board and now we have eight of us training on Tuesday and Thursday nights to ensure that we are ready for this year’s festival,� said Nicola Doherty. “It took us a while to get to know the parts of the tractor and we have had some hairy moments in training figuring out how tight we should squeeze the nuts and getting all the knobs and rods in the right places but I think we have it almost mastered.� All three teams will build on the Sunday of Coachford festival.
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Blarney Tidy Towns flowering post boxes are now up and will look wonderful as they mature over the coming days and weeks. Thanks to all for putting them up, with a special thanks to Denis Murphy and Sean and Conor from Cork Foyer Project.
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Prepare to be inspired and captivated by the work of Cork's craft makers this August at open studios, craft trails, exhibitions and workshops. Cork Craft Month, now in its seventh year, promises all the diversity, innovation and creativity for which the event series has become renowned. Running from August 2nd to September 4th, Cork Craft Month is a celebration of the talents of Cork's creative community. Featuring a broad array of events, exhibitions, workshops and demonstrations; showcasing the work and skills of professional craft makers throughout Cork city and county. The diverse range of crafts on show during the month-long celebration include: ceramics, woodwork, furniture making, bookbinding, textiles, jewellery, metalwork, and glasswork. Examples of which will be available to browse, admire and purchase throughout the month in various exhibitions and venues. Some of the core events of this year’s Cork Craft Month include... iNNOVATE The jewel in the crown of Cork Craft Month; this showcase exhibition promotes the talents of both established and emerging makers. It will take place in Macroom Town Hall Gallery from August 9th - 28th, opening Wednesday to Sunday from 11am - 6pm. This year’s main exhibition entitled 'iNNOVATE' focuses on the resourcefulness and adaptability of contemporary makers in Ireland today. The show is curated by Tina Darb. The HOME Event. The Home Event is located at the James O'Neill Building (formerly The Old Mill), Kinsale and
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‘Emerge’, a curated selection of works from ‘up-and-coming’ Cork graduates takes place in the modern and spacious setting of the Cork City Civic Offices, Anglesea Street. The exhibition, curated by Christine Byrne, will feature a selection of crafts produced in Cork, including furniture, textiles and jewellery from graduates of St. John's Central College and ColĂĄiste StiofĂĄin Naofa. ‘Emerge’ is open to the public from 2nd 27th August, Monday to Friday from 9am 5pm. Adorn. Jewellery and fashion event. Taking place in the new headquarters of Cork Craft & Design (27a St Patrick’s Woollen Mills, Douglas, Cork; next to On the Pig’s Back cafĂŠ) Adorn promises a jewellery and fashion event not to be missed. This new exhibition features an assortment of jewellery and fashion items, displayed alongside some stunning pieces by local furniture makers. Open throughout August from 11am - 5pm daily Wednesday through to Saturday. The ever-popular open studios are one of the highlights of this year’s programme, giving visitors a unique opportunity to glimpse inside a variety of Cork-based makers’ studios. Local craftspeople are happy to welcome visitors and discuss their work, inspirations and techniques. Why not follow the ‘Made in Cork Trail’, a suggested map of all the best places to purchase Cork made craft in the city and county? For a full schedule of events throughout Cork Craft Month, see www.corkcraftanddesign.com or www.facebook.com/corkcraftdesign or follow @corkcraftdesign on Twitter.
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Terrific tractors and magnificent machinery from the 1940’s to modern times will be put through their paces at this year’s annual Autumn Harvest Extravaganza at The Farm Grenagh, on Sunday, September 4th from 12noon until 5pm. It’s going to be a hectic day on the 40 acre site, with 10 acres of barley to be cut, 10 acres of silage and 3 acres of ploughing and tilling, using both vintage and modern machinery. The day long event also features baling and bale handling demonstrations, old style silage making, reaping and binding and a working horse display. Speaking to The Muskerry News Marie Forde said “The word is definitely spreading that this is a day that celebrates the best of Irish traditional farming, and this will be the first year that our new attraction Tractor Ted will be in the mix, so there are more reasons than ever to bring the entire family from grandparents to youngsters to Grenagh for the day�. Visitors can feed their harvest hunger on some wholesome food at the Farm’s aptly named Haystack Restaurant where a delicious carvery lunch will be served from 12noon to 4pm. Patriarch of the family run farm Mick Forde told us, “People rarely get a chance to see machinery from the 1940’s in operation and hundreds of people travel for miles, just like in the olden days, not just to spectate, but to get stuck in. There’s huge support for the event from local vintage clubs and enthusiasts from near and far, who bring along their machines and tractors to demonstrate on our working plots.� As well as the special harvest event, visitors can take a trip back in time at the 1960’s village which houses a farmhouse pre and post electrification, a forge, garage, hardware shop, communications display and school classroom and also an impressive collection of Ferguson, Massey Harris and Massey Ferguson tractors,
equipment and machinery from the 1930’s to 1970’s – most of which will be out working the fields on the day. This year will see even more to keep the little ones entertained, as in addition to petting and feeding the animals; zip wires and a functioning
milking parlour, The Farm is also the only venue in Ireland to become Tractor Ted’s Little Farm, and has a new petting barn, a digger den and the only fully motorized Tractor Ted in the world which was built by Mick Forde.
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Donoughmore Carnival fancy dress is top class! The standard of entries at Donoughmore Carnival Fancy Dress competition was top class with great effort made by all who entered, making it incredibly difficult to pick the winners. Most Topical category 1st Aoife Barrett and Sophie Healy - Donoughmore Cook Book 2nd Aiobhinn Fox - Donald Trump’s bride to be! Best Hand Made category 1st Marie Brady - Rubix Cube 2nd Leah Geaney - Jelly Bean Best Group category 1st Goldens Olympic team 2nd Faye, Sam, Conor - Star Wars
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The Montfort College of Performing Arts is proud to launch a range of inimitable classes for your little ones throughout the academic year of 2016/17. With a curriculum that is continually honed and crafted to meet the expectations of parents and students, the forthcoming year will continue to deliver on its high expectations. The Montfort College of Performing Arts offers fresh, innovative teaching and follows a syllabus of work which offers optional exam work in all disciplines in order for parents to see development and progression in their child each year. Offering exceptional training in dance, drama, musical theatre and singing together with exciting opportunities to perform, the Montfort’s curriculum is a treasure trove of exceptional training. In addition they also offer optional dance, drama and singing exams with accredited colleges in the UK and Ireland.    The Montfort classes have grown each year in scope and quality, ensuring that their students receive only the finest of training in each of their chosen areas. With a stellar team of tutors on hand for Drama, Musical Theatre,
Congratulations to Aileen Sheehan, who won third place in the International Miss.Macra competition in Thurles, Co. Tipperary. Aileen, who is chairperson of Berrings Macra na Feirme, proudly represented the Muskerry region and was escorted on the night by Diarmuid O’Leary.
Singing and Dancing, the Montforts can always guarantee a learning environment for children which will nurture them both performatively but also personally.  Furthermore, the singing department of the school, benefits from the skills and talent of world-renowned soprano Majella Cullagh for an in-depth learning of a variety of singing styles ensuring that her students are well equipped for both a performing life but also a solid growth in a non-performing hobby. Being the only stage school in Munster to offer their students a multitude of opportunities to perform on stage, the Montforts is continually at the top of its game. For the year ahead their students will have the option to perform in Fame the Musical – Everyman Theatre in October, Red Riding Hood - Firkin Crane, Christmas, The Wizard of Oz – Firkin Crane, March, Broadway Kidz and A Grand Night for Singing – Cork Arts Theatre, both April and Applause 2017 at Cork Opera House, May. Led by the inspiring team of Eileen Nolan and Trevor Ryan, the Montfort College of Performing Arts continues to be one of Ireland’s
most prestigious and credible training grounds for young talent for children aged 3 years of age upwards under their directors’ watchful and discerning eyes for the last 54 years. And along with a close collaboration with The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, which has been fueling the performing arts world with new talent for over 150 years, guarantees a winning combination ensuring that our children’s futures are in the best of hands. Whether your child has lots of experience, or wants to discover hidden talents, these classes will give your children the opportunity to develop amazing friendships and to perform to the best of their abilities. Places are filling up fast so book early to avoid disappointment! Book online at http://www.montfortcollege.com. Your child may not be a Montfort yet, but given the opportunity they’ll develop that much loved Montfort enthusiasm in no time!! For more information on classes and registration visit www.montfortcollege.com or contact the office on 021 4501412 or email: info@montfortcollege.com
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The Community Centre Hall, Stuake, Donoughmore. Your generous donations of home baking in previous years and your enthusiastic participation have ensured successful fundraising events in the past. Your continued support would be much appreciated this year. There will be face painting, nail art and more on the night so come along and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a chat, all for a good cause. Everyone welcome.
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The death of Paddy Buckley, former principal and teacher in Scoil Mhuire gan SmĂĄl, Blarney, has caused a great degree of sadness among the school community and the wider communities of Blarney, Inniscarra and his native Donoughmore. Paddy’s involvement in the school over the years has been immense and it all started back in 1964 when Paddy was employed by Mr & Mrs O'Beirne as the fourth member on the staff. At the end of that school year the school was sold to the Sisters of Charity, who also had a convent in Blarney, for ÂŁ3,000.  Paddy and Maura Hogan were the only two teachers who continued to teach with the nuns. Paddy vividly recollected spreading the news about Scoil Mhuire gan SmĂĄl, “I remember riding shotgun in a Morris Minor accompanying two nuns on the annual trail to the outposts in Glashaboy Ballyglass and Barrachauring. The pioneering spirit was very much to the fore, the front seat passenger keeping up the enthusiastic chatter, while behind, the look of apprehension and the tight grip on the rosary beads told its own story.â€? The school developed from there, and with no small help from Paddy, who for many years drove the bus that collected students from the Grenagh Whitechurch area and delivered them to the school, and then taught his classes for the day, before returning them back home in the evening. The school developed on a new site in 1970, with subsequent extensions in 1979 and in 1995. Paddy played a huge role in each development. He acted as Deputy Principal from 1965 to 1990, at which time the nuns left the school and the Diocese of Cloyne took over. Paddy then took over as Principal until 1997, at which time he returned to the classroom to teach his beloved Geography. He again returned to the role of management in 1999, and served as Deputy Principal until he retired in 2002. Paddy’s retirement was not a full retirement as he continued his bus driving role for all school outings. (....and was much in demand as a guest speaker.) Paddy was invited back by members of staff as a guest to speak to class groups on many topics. He taught his last class of geography in 2014 50 year since he taught his first class and yet he told nobody. He never sought praise or glory and yet supported his students and staff in a quiet and determined manner. Things were often done behind the scenes without anyone ever being aware. His love of learning and his burning desire to impart knowledge. His ability to hold attention was cross generational and has drawn admiration from all. His abilities as a bus driver and tour guide were celebrated by all and his vast knowledge of the geographical, historical, social and cultural environment of all areas he travelled were extensive. He presented all information in a humorous way that was delightful for all his passengers whether they were school groups or other groups on the outside. He took particular interest in his travels with the geography department of UCC where he loved to learn more about the geography of the region. His love of the west Cork and Kerry areas was well known and he took many a school group and others to the highlands and lowlands of these beautiful areas.  He had a particular love of the Dingle peninsula and he started taking groups of students there for a weekend break in 1975 and continued that excursion every year up to last year which was his final year driving the bus. He loved nothing better that a walk in Slea Head or Eagle mountain or maybe Mount Brandon and then return to a ‘cĂŠili san halla' where a requirement to dance ‘Baint an bhfĂŠir nó Ionsainó na hInse’ was a prerequisite. He was one of the founding members of the Cork Geography Teachers Association and he loved passing on the knowledge of the landscape and travels and organised and travelled with many geographical outing. As one senior geography department inspector said that he in awe of Paddy with his wealth of knowledge and his ability to pass that on to his audience. To climb a mountain to most of us is hard day’s work but to Paddy it was a morning or afternoon stroll. He climbed the various mountains of Cork and Kerry and further afield on too many occasions to count and many of
the students of Scoil Mhuire gan SmĂĄl will remember the hard climb of the Devils Ladder or O'Shea’s Gully and the treacherous way down via the Heavenly Gates whereas Paddy glided through the landscape at ease. Paddy was a keen and regular hill walker. His love of the outdoors and his ability to read and interpret the landscape made walking with him a pleasure. As a member of Kenmare Walking Club for many years he had many friends in Kerry with whom he climbed throughout Ireland, The U.K. and Europe. Although he thoroughly enjoyed some of the most challenging climbs in the Austrian and Swiss Alps his first love was Carrauntoohil which he climbed no less than seventeen times in 2015. His final climb with his Kenmare friends was on Achill Island in late 2015 and although in failing health and in poor weather conditions he took on the challenge of Slievemore with enthusiasm and determination. On St. Patricks Day 2016 as his walking days came to a close he travelled to Kerry to meet some of his closest friends knowing it would be his final visit. His loss to the Walking Club of which he was so proud to be a member is deeply felt by all club members. He will be greatly missed by his former colleagues, and by generations of students who have the fondest memories of his wit and wisdom. Paddy's faith was an intrinsic part of the man, and he always tried to lead by the best example possible. The outpouring of affection for him by so many former students, home and abroad, on hearing the sad news is testament to his lasting influence. Paddy was predeceased by his son Connor and his wife Anne. Our deepest sympathy to the Buckley family at this sad time. On his final visit to Scoil Mhuire gan Smal a mere four weeks before he passed away the tears welled up in his eyes on seeing the plans for the new school. Life was changing and so was his own. NĂ bheidh a leithĂŠid ann arĂs. Padraig Sheehan
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Dean heads to America as his dream to walk becomes reality
Eight year old Vicarstown National School student Dean Crawford heads to America later this month as his dream to walk becomes one step closer to becoming a reality. Dean will be attending St Louis Children’s Hospital in Missouri to undergo Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR) surgery which, it is hoped, will allow Dean to walk independently.
Dean applied to the hospital more than two years ago but was rejected, so this second chance is all the more precious. To help with the enormous costs associated with this operation, and the after care of intensive physiotherapy, a family fun day will be held on The Farm, Grenagh, on August 14th from 3pm. You can donate to help Dean realise his dream on http://Deanswishtowalk.com.
More than 80 people attended Griffin’s of Dripsey recently to take advantage of free CPR training in conjunction with ‘Beating Again’. Lydia Kelleher, Macroom, and Sheena Murphy, Ovens, photographed at Curraheen Park. pic Mike English
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Pictured at a lunch event hosted by Cork Chamber to mark their successful partnership with Cope Foundation's Grand Job initiative, is Jason Ryan Sheila's Hostel, Liam Maher Employer and Sarah Lynch, Gabriel House. 12 people have secured employment through the advocacy campaign promoting the equal participation of people with disabilities in the workforce.
We all send many happy returns to the lovely Anne Blair, Blairs Inn, Cloghroe, pictured with her family, who recently celebrated a very special birthday.
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New Minds College announces campus in Ballincollig
Glanmire-based New Minds Fitness and New Minds Beauty Colleges are proud to announce that New Minds College will be opening a state of the art campus at Old Fort Road in Ballincollig on September 19th. Selected for its central location, ease of access and extensive parking, the Old Fort Road campus will feature new, top of the line equipment to underpin a range of International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC) courses, spanning certificate and diploma-level qualifications. In addition to tried and tested courses including gym instruction, nutrition, strength, conditioning and strongman training, indoor cycling, beauty therapy, make-up, business conduct, and etiquette, New Minds College at Ballincollig will also pioneer a new Advanced Personal Training (APT) course for industry professionals who wish to become leaders in the field. This new course has been designed in response to growing demand from professional trainers, and will place particular emphasis on injury recovery, rehabilitation, and sports specific fitness. An ITEC qualification is recognised in 52 countries worldwide and past students at New Minds Academy have gone on to open their own businesses throughout the world as well as in the Republic of Ireland. Among its competitive advantages is the ability to apply for insurance to work as an instructor immediately following qualification, which is not true of comparable awards. New Minds College founders Damien and Irene Twohig said the business model implemented at the original New Minds Academy in Glanmire, County Cork, has been shown to deliver real results. “We opened New Minds Academy in 2013 and became Ireland's Largest Independent Private ITEC College within the first 12 months in business,” Irene noted “Our rapid success is down to a proven business model, which we have also implemented in other businesses throughout the years.” “We have re-branded as New Minds College as we see ourselves heading down a more academic route in future. As from September 19th, we will be active in Ballincollig town centre where we will be creating employment for more than 10 people,” Damien concluded. Ballincollig’s new 8,000 square foot facility will feature equipment such as free weights, top tier machines and strongman strength training facilities for fitness students, and brand new, top of the range equipment for beauty students, covering dermatological skincare training, spray tan and makeup application, advanced waxing techniques, business conduct and awareness, and beauty therapy etiquette. For more information contact New Minds College co-ordinator Caroline O’Driscoll on 021 482 0649 / info@newmindsacademy.com or take a look online at www.newmindscollege.com Aoife and Sadhbh Tobin, Waterfall enjoying the Boston Scientific family fun day. Below: Noel McCarthy, Blarney. pics Darragh Kane Below: Íde McCarthy, Blarney, pictured with Eva Wallace, Boston Scientific.
Equality at last for Defined Benefit Retirement Bond Holders following changes to Revenue practice
Retirement options on the treatment of Personal Retirement Bonds (PRB’s) for former members of Defined Benefit schemes has changed, to the delight and benefit of thousands of pension plan holders. Up to now policyholders with a Personal Retirement Bond from a Defined Benefit Pension Scheme were forced to take benefits under the ‘traditional’ revenue formula of a ‘Tax-Free’ lump sum based on salary and service from the previous employer, and the purchase of an income for life (annuity) with the balance of the fund. This may have been an attractive option when annuity rates were in double digit figures producing very attractive pension amounts. However, in recent years, annuity rates have reduced considerably to low single digit figures, making the pension far less attractive. Unfortunately, due to revenue rules the policy holder had no other route open to them, whilst their counterparts in a defined Contribution pension scheme had far more flexible options. Thankfully, following many years of lobbying by the pensions industry, Defined Benefit Retirement Bond policy holders now have access to the same ‘alternative’ retirement options as their DC counterparts. The recent change in revenue practice allows the policyholder the option to choose, the traditional route above or take a lump sum of up to 25% of the fund, and invest the balance in an Approved Retirement Fund (ARF) or an Approved Minimum Retirement Fund (AMRF). This finally allows former DB members the same retirement flexibility that other pension policyholders have had for some years now. This change may be extremely beneficial to anyone who is a ‘deferred’ member of a Defined Benefit pension scheme. There are pro’s and con’s for both options and these need to be discussed and considered very carefully. One of the main pro’s for a DB pension was the promise of a ‘guaranteed’ income for life. Ironically, in some very high profile cases over the years, pension scheme members were left high and dry with little or no pension from the scheme, which made it one of the major con’s of this option. While this is not an issue for the Retirement Bond holder (as they are now outside the scheme), it is a concern however, for many ‘deferred’ members who’s future pensions are still under the control of the DB scheme. The main concerns of the Retirement Bond holder are the extremely low annuity rates on offer currently and, are there other options open to them? Now there are. Retirement Bond holders and ‘deferred’ pension scheme members are strongly advised to seek independent financial advice before making any decision regarding their retirement options as, depending on the preference chosen, the decision may not be undone at a later date. At the very least, get to know what these changes could mean to you and your family ‘before’ making any decision. Might you or someone close to you be affected by these recent changes in practice? If so please feel free to contact us at any time for independent advice. Pierce Grace QFA Tax & Financial Adviser 087 239 6762 Cork County Councillor Ger Keohane for the Cobh/Glanmire municipal area, which Killeens falls into, is calling on the owners of the Sunset Ridge Hotel to secure this now derelict site, after local residents approached Cllr Keohane and asked him if Cork County Council can enforce a dereliction order on the owners. The very popular former hotel is now a blackspot for squatters, drug use and anti social behaviour, and Gardai from Watercourse Road have been called to this site on many occasions, as has the Fire Brigade. Residents want the entire perimeter of the site fenced off so no access can be gained and a security firm to monitor the premises on a nightly basis when most of the anti social behaviour occurs. Cllr Ger Keohane can be contacted on 086 0263046 or by email at gerkeohane68@gmail.com
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Weekly sports night kicked off events with a large attendance at The Planet in Blackpool for a night of Bowling which members really enjoyed. Sports night continues every Tuesday night and new members are always welcome. Contact 086-2231538 for more information or check out Donoughmore Macra facebook page.
The 47th Annual Donoughmore Carnival took place recently and members enjoyed a wide range of activities. Well done to members who took part in the 7 mile road race and to the tug of war team who were runners up in the inter firm competition. A club exchange with members of Whitechurch Macra was enjoyed afterwards in Pat Barrys Bar Donoughmore.
Caitriona Twomey, and Penny Dinners volunteers, pictured with Rebecca Storm at the 11th annual 'A Summer's Evening On The Quad' open-air charity concert. The 2016 evening at the proms featured Rebecca Storm and Michael McCarthy, backed by The Band of An Garda Siochana, led by Inspector Pat Kenny, with special guests Keith Hanley, The Voice of Ireland 2013, and the Cork Arts Studio Youth Choir, and raised funds for various local charities including Cork Penny Dinners.
On Sunday afternoon, in conjunction with the carnival, the annual Calor Know Your Neighbour event was held with lots of entertainment for all the family. Both young and old enjoyed a wide range of side shows such as the greasy pole, how many pegs could be put on the line and the treasure filled sandbox. All proceeds raised on the day will go to the running of the local Donoughmore community facilities. Members of Donoughmore Macra Sean Wallace, Muskerry Macra NCR, Alan Twomey Chairperson, Elaine O Connell and Daniel Buckley are pictured enjoying the Know Your Neighbour event.
You may be aware that gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss today, but did you know that gum disease is linked to heart disease and strokes,pregnancy problems such as low birth weight, diabetes and respiratory disease? It may be more serious than you think. Gum disease is inflammation of the tissues which support the teeth and attach them to the jaw. It arises when plaque and tartar build up on the teeth. Plaque can be removed with careful toothbrushing and flossing. Tartar forms when plaque is hardened by minerals such as calcium present in saliva. Tartar has to be removed professionally by your dentist or hygienist. Smoking also has a very harmful effect on the gums. Every smoker has gum disease but some smokers are affected worse than others. You may not notice the gum disease until it is quite advanced. Therefore, it is important to visit your dentist regularly and to be aware of the following signs: red swollen gums, bleeding gums, bad breath, bad taste, gum recession, teeth starting to drift apart, teeth starting to loosen. What can you do to help prevent/treat gum disease? Thoroughly and gently brush your teeth and gums for 2 to 4 minutes twice a day using a fluoride toothpaste. Clean between the teeth with floss or interdental toothbrushes. Visit your dentist regularly for a check up and a professional clean to remove plaque and tartar. At your next visit, why not ask your dentist or hygienist how best to keep your teeth clean? It could save your teeth and improve your health! Carolyn Barry Murphy BDS
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National Heritage Week 2016, which takes place from August 20th to 28th, has some interesting events courtesy of Blarney Library
Ancestry Research/Newspaper Research Feel free to drop into the Blarney library during opening hours, if you would like to gain a few tips on researching your family history. By arrangement they can set some time aside to conduct a more detailed search and perhaps uncover some startling (or mundane) facts. The library also has access to an extensive online newspaper archive featuring papers from all over the country, a good opportunity to chase up your Junior B goal or your wedding photo. Blarney Parish Records. An illustrated talk by Richard Forrest will take place on Wednesday 24th August at 11am in Blarney GAA Hall, that looks at a unique set of records and how they reflect the life of Blarney parish since the 1770s. It will look at marriage and baptism customs, the styles of the different priests, the notation and marginalia that they added and trends such as naming patterns. Blarney Bowling Tournament 1980. Rare film of the Vintner's Road Bowling tournament from 1980 will be showing in Blarney library over Heritage Week. It conveys the excitement of a popular sporting contest on a summer's evening and features many well-known local faces, some since departed If you would like any further information on Heritage Week contact the library on 021 4382115 or richard.forrest@corkcoco.ie
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Dara’s Diary
In addition to my duties in Brussels & Dublin in my capacity as Minister for European Affairs and Data Protection, I’m always glad of an excuse to attend local events, and to bring events to the area - as my home and heart lie in Cork North Central.
Cork set to host global event to showcase business startups In July I was delighted to officially launch the 2016 Global Startup Gathering in Cork Airport. As part of the Gathering, Cork will host a major global event in November, the Startup Nations Summit 2016, which will showcase many of Ireland’s small businesses and startup companies to a global audience. It’s been a pleasure to work with the Cork Innovates Partnership to bring this international event to Cork, which is the first location in Europe to host it. Taking place over three days, it will attract hundreds of international and national business people, entrepreneurs and those thinking of starting up a new business from across a number of sectors from food to technology, while also offering an opportunity for us to showcase our increasing number of home-grown business success stories.
Blarney Men's Shed hosted a Mens Shed Cluster meeting on July 27th with attendance by 'Sheds' from Blarney, Carrigaline, Passage West, Mayfield, The Glen, Ballincollig, Shandon and Carrigtwohill.
Pictured with Siobhan Finn, Project Director of Cork Innovates; David Merriman, Head of Enterprise Development, Bank of Ireland; and Joanna Murphy, Connect Ireland.
New low-cost Credit Union loans launched to tackle moneylenders – “It Makes Sense” I very much welcome the launch last month of the new "It Makes Sense" Credit Union managed low-cost loan scheme targeted at low income families. The new scheme, which is being made available through Credit Unions across Ireland, will provide short-term affordable loans of between €100 and €2,000 for those who may struggle to get credit elsewhere, and importantly the scheme is open to all those in receipt of social welfare. The aim behind the scheme is to tackle the problem of penal interest rate loans offered to struggling families by unscrupulous moneylenders, so the more people are aware of the new scheme, the better. It’s being offered to credit unions nationally, with many still in the process of signing up, so get in touch with your local Credit Union to check if the new scheme is already available. Tourism on track for another record breaking year. The tourism and hospitality industry is on track for another record breaking year. With almost 4.4 million arrivals to the country recorded, this represents a half a million additional overseas visitors when compared with the first half of last year, which is good news for Cork and for Blarney. British visitor numbers grew by over 15%, which will be important to maintain following the Brexit referendum, while mainland European visitor numbers have also continued to increased, by 11%, from countries such as Italy, Spain, France, Germany and Benelux. The arrival of the new Grand Hibernian Train, Ireland’s answer to the Orient Express, later this Summer will help to boost Cork's iconic visitor attractions, with Blarney Castle being actively marketed as a destination for visitors on the new luxury train service. Paternity benefit for fathers available from September. The Government has introduced new legislation so that, for the first time, from 1st September, fathers will be eligible to claim two weeks Paternity Benefit when they take Paternity Leave. The Paternity Benefit will be paid at a rate of €230 a week for two weeks, to both employees and the selfemployed. Fathers can take Paternity Leave at any time within the first 26 weeks of the child’s life, or following adoption. You’ll need to give your employer four week’s notice that you’re planning to take Paternity Leave and can then apply for Paternity Benefit online. For further information, check out: www.welfare.ie/paternitybenefit
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Reporter Robert Nodwell featured brave Blarney woman Angela Lyon in last week’s Cork Independent.... “A Blarney woman battling a chronic illness managed to scoop two titles at the Munster Dressage Championships. Despite struggling to walk at times after being struck down with rheumatoid arthritis, Angela Lyons, who was diagnosed with the illness three years ago, won her two titles on 24 July at the Midleton equestrian event. The 11-time national dressage champion thought that she would never be able to compete at any level again. Angela told the Cork Independent: “I got diagnosed three years ago, at the beginning it was hard for them to diagnose it. I couldn’t walk, my muscles had deteriorated massively, it was really bad. It can affect any part of the body as well, so it negatively affected my elbows, my joints, my tendons and even my eyes and lungs were affected too. “It took a while to find out what it was initially and then they started me off on what was a lower dose of chemotherapy. I couldn’t move some days I was so sick. After that, I was injecting myself once a week with another drug. It’s a chronic disease, so I was keeping it under
control. “Then at times things might flare up so you might have to get an anti-inflammatory, the flare could last for two days or it could last up to two
weeks,� she added. After a horrific slog to get back to any form of competitiveness, Angela won her two titles on the 24 July down in Midleton, despite a daily struggle to manage her condition. With the national championships set to take place in Gorey in County Wexford at the end of the month, Lyons could yet write more history but she is just glad to be part of it again. “The Munster championships mean so much,� she said. “I wasn’t sure if I would ever be able to do this again and it was breaking my heart. Even when I started back, I couldn’t do what I used to do, my balance wasn’t as good as it used to be. I was nervous and wasn’t as secure as I used to be. “I just had to take my time with everything, even though I always set myself goals as well. I think that’s an extremely important part of it, to always set goals and to always have something in mind that you want to achieve. It took a lot of willpower, every day. “Sometimes putting one foot in front of the other caused pain, I had to dig deep. My competitive past helped me, you’re always pushing yourself and trying to do better. If I didn’t have a goal, I’d find it hard to keep going,� she said.�
As September approaches, our thoughts are moving to retuning to education in the pursuit of new opportunities, exciting new careers and new beginnings. For some, college courses have been secured and students are preparing to begin their new life as a student. Others are considering their options and still undecided of the direction they may wish to take. Those who have been out of education for a while may be considering the possibility of upskilling to help them gain the knowledge and confidence to enter the world of work. CityNorth College, Hollyhill is now offering Adult courses which lead to full QQI qualifications and give students the option of gaining employment or continuing further with their education . All ages (over 18) are welcome. Courses are run from September to May and are scheduled to match school calendars. Fees are kept to a minimum and the college offers ample free parking in its own private car park. Grants are available to eligible applicants. We offer a diverse range of programmes including Hairdressing, Sport and Recreation, Health Service Skills, Computers and Online Customer Services, Warehousing (including Safe Pass and ForkLift Licence) All of our courses are chosen on the basis of their strong employment opportunities. Our Health Service Skills programme is particularly popular and attracts many students who have been caring for family members or friends and who now wish to gain formal training and qualifications. At CityNorth College, students are given personal and academic support and individual attention. Our students range in age from school leavers to mature students who have reared their families or are changing career path and this mix of experiences brings a richness to college life. Taking the first steps in a new career can be a daunting prospect but can also be life changing and hugely rewarding. There will be an information day in the college on Friday August 19th from 11am - 2pm. For information call 021-4391782 or email info@citynorthcollege.ie
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Celebration of Famous Artists Representations and homage was paid to some famous artists such Jackson Pollock, Monet and Picasso over the year. The walls were filled with some beautiful art work and the children very much enjoyed their art classes.
Scarecrow Making & Family Fun Picnic We had another great evening at our annual Family Picnic this year. Stephen Hayes, parent in the school, encouraged us to try our hand at Scarecrow Making and here are some super pics of the families’ handiwork. Stephen’s own scarecrow was very realistic – those crows better watch out! The children enjoyed the various activities hosted by the parents and the highlight was the annual tug-of-war. There were several pulls starting with the children the spectators enjoyed the excitement as much as the participants. Thanks are owed in particular to Barney Murphy who refereed the whole affair with diplomatic aplomb, and to all who came and participated in the event.
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What is Acupuncture used for? Does it hurt? Does it work? How long does it take? How many treatments will I need? Who can go for Acupuncture? And how will my doctor feel about me going? These are just some of the questions I am often asked which I will endeavour to answer. The clinic is a calm, warm, welcoming environment, and everything you share will be completely confidential and a treatment plan will be set up to best suit your needs. The case history will start just like that of conventional medicine; your name, address, past medical history, family details, medication etc Your blood pressure will be checked and you will be comfortably seated on a treatment bed.
Pulse Taking. There are 12 main organs in the body and by gently palpating the wrist area of both the right and left hand I can feel the energy flow of the organs, and in turn through the meridian system. Right wrist; lung / large intestine / spleen / stomach / pericardium / thermostat of the body Left wrist; heat / small intestine / liver / gall bladder kidney / bladder Normal pulse should be calm, smooth, soft and even paced. When the body is not in harmony, the pulse can be rapid, slow, rough, wiry, weak, slippery, thready, forceless, deep, superficial... the list goes on. Taking the acupuncture pulse accurately has taken years of experience and when I give the client the details of their pulses they are often ‘blown away’. The pulses are a direct reflection on what is going on in the body. Clients often feel you are seeing through them with the information gathered at this point, however the diagnosis is just beginning. Tongue Diagnosis. The tongue has many relationships and connections in the body, both to the meridian and internal organs. It is an integral part to pierce together the jigsaw to create a diagnosis and in turn to pick the acupuncture points needed for treatment. A normal tongue should be light red or pinkish with a normal size and thin white coating. The case history takes into consideration the colour, shape, moisture, tongue coating, thickness and colour of the coating, tongue cracks. If your tongue is stiff, swollen, flaccid, has teeth marks... again the list goes on. This information, with the pulse, is now bringing together the story of how your body if working. This is an area where the client can actually see the difference in their tongue after a few visits, so not only do they feel better but have the validation when they see the tongue changes. Which tongue are you?
The Five Elements. As part of the consultation I diagnose what ‘element’ you are from the five elements; water, wood, earth, metal and fire. This is a diagnostic tool used to ascertain what your weakest link is. For example; Winter = Water = kidney and bladder Spring = Wood = liver and gallbladder Late Summer = Earth = spleen and stomach Autumn = Metal = lung and large intestine Summer = Fire = heart and pericardium, small intestine and thermostat No matter what dis-ease occurs in the body if you can find and treat a person’s element, or weak link, it will have a profound effect on the client’s life. The elements really influence and brings balance to all aspects of the body, mind and spirit. Boosting the organs relating to the season acts as preventative medicine and boosts the immune system. Many clients now go for ‘seasonal treatments’ to sustain their health. It is the element, which is the foundation of the acupuncture treatment, which brings together another part of the diagnostic jigsaw. This is the time in treatment where diet is discussed as all the organs need
different tastes and foods. Fuelling the body correctly is paramount to good health, however if, for example, the spleen energy is very low the client will crave sweet food particularly in the evening and night and possibly won’t feel like a breakfast in the morning, which between 7am and 9am is when the digestive systems is best supported. By treating the earth element the client finds it much easier to control their food, and sugar cravings subside. The Meridian System. There are 14 main body meridians which are like tiny channels running up and down the front and back of the body, through the organ systems and externally on the body. It is along these lines of energy that acupuncture points are located. This energy flow affects how we feel, how we think and the overall condition of our health. For example ‘stagnation’ of energy, like a kink in a hosepipe, can back up energy and cause pain in an organ or indeed on a joint, or back and neck area. Meridian Causes Kidney Bladder Black & hip problems, Infertility, Depression, Tinnitus, Fatigue, Night sweats, Menopause issues Heart, Small Intestine Hot flushes, Sleep problems, Abdominal pain, Wrist pain, Mouth ulcers Spleen & Stomach Headaches, anaemia, Hiccups, Loose stools, Nausea, Belching Lung, Large Intestine Frequent colds, nasal problems, sinus, shoulder pain, constipation Liver, Gall Bladder Migraine, PMS, Lack of flexibility (arthritis), IBS, Anxiety
Treatment. There are over 400 acupuncture points on the body, the majority used are from the elbow down, the knee down, and lower back and neck. The insertion of the sterile needle doesn’t hurt, you feel a sensation when the energy travels along the meridian to the point. The amount of treatments vary as to how long and severe the condition. A fair idea would be given on initial consultation, but four to six treatments will create a difference. Most G.P’s are very happy for a patient to have acupuncture, and a practitioner would never interfere with your medicine unless under your doctors supervision. Acupuncture is suitable for all age groups, the youngest client I have had was 3 days old, whilst the oldest was 94!
Acupuncture has a clearly recorded history of more than 2,000 years. I always feel privileged to witness a person coming back into their own natural balance and harmony in body, mind and spirit after a course of treatments. A session of acupuncture takes 30 to 45 minutes, with the initial consultation costing â‚Ź60, and follow up treatments â‚Ź50. For more information call Gillian Singleton Blarney Acupuncture & Holistic Centre 087 263 6664
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Before W.J. O’Hara R.M., in the chair; T. Sheehan, D. Ross and E. Lane. ‘The Rakes’ Margaret Kelleher were summoned by Head-constable Kennedy for John F whose address was given as Carrignavar, was charged by Sergeant having on the 28th August, concealed Private Harold Rainsfort while they Cahill with having on the 6th August maliciously damaged two horse knew that he was a deserter from the army. rakes, the property of John D, Whitechurch. Mr. Coroner McCabe represented the defendants. Mr. Coroner J.J. McCabe, solr., defended. Head-constable Kennedy mentioned that Private Rainsfort, who was the Mary D, wife of John D stated that the defendant had been in their principal witness in the case, was not in attendance. He had been warned employment. He left on the 2nd August, as he objected to another man by the military authorities to be present, and in his absence he (Headwho had been engaged to work for them. Defendant returned on the c0nstable Kennedy) would have to apply for an adjournment. following Sunday, and asked for a few shillings that were due to him. Mr. Sheehan – Have these proceedings been ordered by the military Witness told him there was nothing due to him and defendant then said: authorities? “Be sure there will be twice and three times more harm done than a few Head-constable Kennedy replied in the affirmative. shillings, and be sure of it, too.â€? Defendant then left, and the rakes were Mr. Coroner McCabe said it was rather hard on Mr. Kelleher and his discovered broken on the following morning. family, who had been present in court throughout the day but there was no To Coroner, Mr. McCabe – She supposed that one rake had been on the use in opposing the adjournment. It was adjourned until the next court. farm for about thirty years. Her husband knew nothing about the present proceedings. It was she who informed the police about the matter. ‘The Dippers’ Dl. D, son of the previous witness, gave evidence of a corroborative A number of farmers were summoned at the suit of Sergeant Cahill for character. He was of the opinion that seven or eight shillings damage had having failed to notify the police of their intention to have their sheep been done to the rakes. dipped. To Mr. Coroner McCabe – He had not seen the rakes for five days When the case was called, one of the defendants said that the dipping of previous to the day when they were found damaged. He gave information his sheep was carried out by the County Council, and the officer in charge to the police, and the defendant was arrested. told him that he need not give any such notice. He got his sheep dipped on Complainant said that he arrested defendant without any warrant as the 7th August. offence was a felony. The witness Daniel D made a deposition in the case. Mr. Sheehan – When the County Council carry out the dipping, it is not In reply to further questions by Mr. Coroner McCabe, witness said that he necessary to give notice? never told the police that he suspected anyone of having done damage to Complainant said that that was so but the dipping was not carried out the rakes. within the Summer dipping period. The County Council, owing to David G stated that the defendant and himself were at present in the pressure of business or something like that, neglected the matter and their employment of Dl. H, Whitechurch. On Sunday morning last he left dipping for the Summer period was not carried out until after the period defendant in bed at half past six. Witness went to bed about eight o’clock expired. Defendants were bound to give the notice to the police and that that night, and defendant retired about half-past ten. There was an ‘open notice was then forwarded to the County Council. door’ to the outhouse in which they slept. Mr. Sheehan said he got his sheep dipped by the County Council officer Complainant gave evidence of arrest. When cautioned, accused said: “No and he did not notify the police as he believed there was no necessity to do one saw me do it.â€? so. In reply to Mr. Coroner McCabe – Witness stated that the defendant Complainant - That is so sir, if the dipping was carried out within the seemed surprised when the charge was made against him. Summer period which expires on 31st July. Mr. Coroner McCabe said that it was a most extraordinary state of affairs Mr. Lane asked what body had ordered the proceeding to be taken. that defendant should be arrested on a charge of that kind, when there was Complainant said that the proceedings were take on instructions from the not a shadow of evidence connecting him with the offence. It was an Department of Agriculture. outrageous thing to take away the liberty of a subject for an offence that Mr. Lane – And that is done through the Council, who themselves have was not a felony, and he wanted to ascertain from the authorities why such neglected the matter. an arrest had been made. Defendant could have been found any moment Mr. O’Hara - ~The whole thing is most unsatisfactory and very hard on and he should never have been arrested and especially when there was no the farmers. evidence against him. He asked the magistrates to dismiss the case. Mr. O’Hara asked if the Department issued any instructions in Mr. O’Hare said that the evidence was of a most meagre description and connection with the matter. was not sufficient to justify in convicting defendant. No doubt defendant Mr. Ross – There are far too many instructions issued by the Department. would never have got into trouble only for the threats he used and that was A fine of one penny and costs was imposed in each case. reprehensible conduct on his part. The case would be dismissed on the merits Heritage Week takes place from 21st to 28th August 2016. Blarney Ellen F, mother of the previous defendant was summoned by Mary D for and District Historical Society presents an illustrated lecture titled having threatened her on the same occasion. A dispute arose between the ‘Looking at our Parish Churches’ at 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday 24th parties in connection with the arrest of John F and complainant alleged August in the Church of Ireland, Church of The Resurrection, that defendant threatened her but defendant having committed such an Blarney. The speaker is Mr. John Mulcahy. Everybody is welcome. offence. After hearing evidence of a contradictory character, defendant was Please note that the Annual General Meeting of the Blarney and bound to the peace for twelve months or, in default, one calendar month’s District Historical Society takes place on Thursday 8th September imprisonment. 2016 at 8pm at Scoil Mhuire Gan SmĂĄl (Blarney Secondary School). Enquiries: Brian Gabriel 087 2153216 bg1@eircom.net Deserter from Army Check out the website for Blarney and District Historical Society at Con Kelleher, Margaret Kelleher, Con Jnr Kelleher, Daniel Kelleher and www.blarneyhistory.ie
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July has been fairly reasonable by Irish standards. We have had our fair share of sunny days and the rain has been noticeably absent at times. The heat has really brought on our fruit and vegetables and a lot of the new planting is simply leaping out of the ground. Overall I am delighted with the way things are going. There are certain areas of the gardens that deserve a special mention this time of year. If you are visiting in the next few weeks make sure to see our Tropical Border and Fern Garden that are both looking very jungle like. The Herbaceous borders, Poison Garden and the Seven Sisters are also well worth seeing. There is good colour throughout the grounds and gardens though, and a little exploring often pays dividends. We are in the process of summer pruning our fruit trees. Apples and pears can be pruned now to encourage fruit buds to form next year and also to maintain shape or train the tree into a shape. There are two periods for pruning, December/January and July/August. As a rule winter pruning encourages growth of new shoots and summer pruning discourages growth. We also prune stone fruits now, tipping back and tying in new growth on our wall trained plums, peaches and nectarines. Stone fruits should only be pruned in early spring or midsummer as this reduces the chance of silver leaf disease. Fruit pruning is not very complicated if you follow a few basic rules, and there are many helpful sites on the internet with step by step guides. This year’s Blarney in Bloom was a great success. As a new feature for this year we built a Show Garden in conjunction with the Irish Garden Plant Society. ‘The Forgotten Garden’ featured Irish Heritage Plants and once the show was over we dismantled the garden and incorporated the plants and materials into various areas in Blarney. As a result, our Irish Heritage Plant trail is coming along nicely and we have significantly added to our collection of rare Irish cultivars that are in danger of being lost. These are often varieties that have been passed between private gardens and are not grown by large commercial nurseries or have fallen from grace. By creating a collection here in the gardens we ensure that these plants will be available for future generations to enjoy. Ragwort is always a big problem at this time of year. It’s the yellow flowered plant that you see along all of the roadside verges driving into Cork. Ragwort is a highly poisonous plant when eaten and posses a particular threat to cattle and horses. Under the Noxious Weed Act local authorities and landowners are legally responsible for ensuring that the land within their control is clear of ragwort: Unfortunately due to lack of enforcement this is not the reality. We do our bit here in the estate to clear all ragwort every year, but as it is being left to seed freely along our roadsides and elsewhere there is always a new stock of seed ready to blow in. A good tip that I can give this month is to plan your bulb order now. You can probably still remember how things looked in the spring. Make a few notes as to where you would like some extra colour in the garden, then select bulbs that suit. Too often bulbs end up as an impulse buy that get stuck in a corner and forgotten about. This can lead to some nice surprises but often leads to disappointment. Bulbs, like any other plant, have certain preferences and it pays to do a little research first. I look forward to seeing you in the gardens. Adam
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Fé18. Inniscarra progressed to the next round of the Premier 2A Minor Football Championship with a powerful display on Friday evening at Delanys pitch. St Nicks started the stronger and were two points up before Michael Cronin struck for a goal after a good run by Jamie O'Sullivan. Brilliant defensive play by Danny O'Herlihy and Rob O'Callaghan picked out Ardal O'Connell who passed to Adam O'Connell who scored his first of five first class points. St Nicks were then awarded a penalty kick but Dave Og Coleman saved brilliantly and also saved the follow up shot on goal. Ardal O'Connell scored a point after a brilliant forage upfield by the impressive Gordon Desmond who seemed to pop up everywhere needed. Good work by Colin O'Sullivan and Michael O'Connell resulted in a poor clearance which Sam Doyle pounced on and finished the ball to the net. St Nicks attacked at the end of the first half but a good block by Jack Harrington and an interception by Callum Morris ensured Inniscarra led at half time by 2 - 2 to 0 - 5. Michael O'Connell got the second half off to a good start with a well taken point and Colin O'Sullivan also scored a point after good work by Ciaran Lombard. Michael Cronin also scored a point after good work by Gordon Desmond and with James Buckley rock solid at centre back
Inniscarra were well in control. Adam O'Connell scored two more brilliant points from acute angles after very good work by Jamie O’Sullivan and Jack Harrington. Sam Doyle scored a point which was followed by two more by Adam O'Connell. The final score was another point by Colin O'Sullivan from a pass by Liam Doyle. Final score Inniscarra 2 - 11, St. Nicks 0 - 8. Scorers, Adam O'Connell 0 - 5, Michael Cronin 1 - 1, Sam Doyle 1 1,Colin O'Sullivan 0 - 2, Ardal O'Connell 0 - 1,Michael O'Connell 0 1. Team, Dave Og Coleman, Ciaran Lombard, Callum Morris, Gordon Desmond, Danny O'Herlihy, James Buckley, Robert O'Callaghan, Jamie O'Sullivan, Jack Harrington, Colin O'Sullivan, Adam O'Connell, Michael O'Connell, Sam Doyle, Michael Cronin, Ardal O'Connell,. Subs. Odhran Heelan for Michael Cronin, Mark Mcloughlin for Sam Doyle, Liam Doyle for Ardal O'Connell, Emmett Leen for James Buckley, Ryan O'Callaghan for Jamie O'Sullivan
Cúl Camp. At the close of registration on the Thursday before camp, 275 children were registered for this year's camp. It was a huge increase from last year and unfortunately we took the decision to stop taking further booking. With such big numbers, we had over 30 people involved in the running off camp from adults, first aiders, coaches, assistants and runners. Cup camp gear was given out the Saturday and Sunday before camp which made coordinating the first day reasonably straightforward. Camp itself went really well. The weather went from 28 degrees Monday and Tuesday to a torrential downpour on Thursday. Fortunately camp closed early on Thursday to avoid the rain. We used any green space that was available to us. The children were happiest playing matches and the under 11s and 12/13 boys respectively challenged the girls to a match on the Friday. I forget the result, only to add that the girls won the subsequent water fight. Cork footballer, Steven Cronin, visited camp on Friday and we did our best to persuade him on the merits of hurling. Thanks to everyone involved. The feedback from participants and parents has been extremely positive. Thanks to Eamonn Kenneally for helping on Thursday. Special mention to Dora and Margaret who gave up almost two full weeks in preparing and coordinating camp. Without their efforts it wouldn't have been possible to run such a large camp so successfully. It takes nearly a full year to recover for camp before we do it all again.
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Junior A Hurlers through to semi final. Our Junior A hurlers defeated Eire Og on the 24th of July last in Ballincollig to reach the semi-final of the Muskerry Junior A Hurling Championship. The yellow and red of Eire Og opened the scoring with Mark Cremin responding from a placed ball soon after. The game settled quickly and fighting for ball possession in the middle of the field was a key contest between the sides. Eire Og's corner forwards were dangerous with skill and pace on show. Wayne Shine was drafted back to the corner to counter act. Blarney's opening scores all came from Mark Cremin who had a 100% conversion rate for the whole game. It was midway through the first half when John Daniel Good found himself in space left of centre to point, leaving Blarney 4 points to 2 up. Both sides exchanged points to half time with Blarney retaining their two point lead. Half time Blarney 0-8 Eire Og 0-6. Cremin converted another placed ball in the first minute of the second half with Eire Og responding from play two minutes later. Blarney began to win more ball in the half back line and used that possession well to draw fowls. Three more converted frees on the trot had Blarney 5 points up mid-way through the second half. But concentration levels dropped and Eire Og got back into the game scoring a string of points of their own without response to leave 1 point between the sides and only 6 minutes left on the clock. Cremin got an important free from the end line on the 21 metre line to settle Blarney nerves. Blarney increased their aggression levels and closed down space to ensure their opponents had to make mistakes. The lads pushed on and saw out the game with Conor Ford scoring the last point of the game to win by three. Full time Blarney 0-15 Eire Og 0-12. It was a great team win with all players fighting hard for each other. The lads now look forward to a semi-final where they meet the winners of Donoughmore V Kilmichael.
- Many training sessions are cancelled due to wet weather. - Increasing population of young people in Blarney. We need more playing areas to cater for this. - Give our young players a chance to improve their skills all year round. - Facilitating health and well-being of those within the wider community through all year round participation in physical activity. Funding? Thanks to the fantastic generosity of club members and friends of Blarney GAA club, we have fund raised in excess of â‚Ź60,000 to date. There is a approximately â‚Ź100,000 still required to pay for the project in full.
Turf Tech Workshop. Well done Blarney man Stephen Forrest (Turf Tech Cork) who manages both of our pitches (& PĂĄirc UĂ Rinn) giving his time to other clubs. Stephen held an open-evening on pitch maintenance at Bishopstown G.A.A. on Wednesday July 20th, giving advice to clubs on; (1) Grass cutting (2) Use of fertiliser (3) Spraying (4) Replacing divots (5) Goalmouth areas (6) Drainage Fe7 Hurlers. Well done to the Fe7's team who blitzed all before them in three magnificent games at St Finbarrs Hurling pitch early in July in the Rebel Og Monster Blitz. Some great talents on show. Keep it up lads.
Cork GAA club draw winner. Congratulations to Ger Casey winning â‚Ź150 in the July Cork GAA Clubs Draw.
Development update: stabilisation works. Stabilisation works on the river side of the site has now completed with ground works continuing over the coming weeks. The Plan - Construction of a floodlit 3G artificial grass pitch next to our clubhouse. - Construction of a new hurling and football alley next to our clubhouse. Why is it needed? - No winter training facility in Blarney. Our teams have to train outside the village.
Fe9 Hurlers. Our Fe9 team participated in a hurling blitz in Sarsfields recently. The boys played three matchesand after a tough opener to a strong Midleton team Blarney upped their game and battled hard against Sars and Nemo. Well done to all the boys and thanks to the parents for their support.
EMF Pieta House fun walk. Great to see Eoin Murphy Fitness is teaming up with Pieta House for a 3K Fun Walk on the 13th of August at 3pm in Castleview Running Trail. We encourage everyone and anyone to participate for such a good cause and dont forget your costume. There are some great prizes for best dressed and a goodie bag for all that do dress up!
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Junior B Hurlers win in Tipperary. The Cork County Junior B Hurling League brought another interesting tie for our B hurlers last night when the lads travelled to Tipperary to play Araglen, a small village on the Waterford, Tipperary and Cork border. Blarney got off to a good start with Colm Sheehan pointing a free in the opening minutes. The game quickly settled and was end to end from the throw in. Strong running from Donal O'Neill and Brian Jordan opened space up for corner forward Ed Hurley to find the Araglen net. The goal gave Blarney confidence and the lads continued to take their points before Hurley found the net again on the 25th minute when Tim Green worked tirelessly to create the opportunity. Niall Hayes was very steady in goal and cleared many dropping balls while the half back line of Tomas Barrent, Cian O'Mahony and Darragh McPolin were solid throughout. The half time score was Araglen 0-4 Blarney 2-6. Blarney dominated possession in the second half with their superior fitness showing. The forwards had plenty chances but could only convert some. Ten minutes into the half, the referee did not spot Green's flick on a Sheehan free where the ball went past the keeper but through a hole in the net. The goal did not stand. But this did not deter Blarney with every line fighting for every ball. Soon after, wing forward Pat O'Connell hit a great point from the left wing after beating his man. With 4 minutes left on the clock, half back Tomas Barrett scored his second point of the game with a great run from his own half back line, beating three men to finish from the stick for the score of the game. As the game drew to an end, substitute Jason McCarthy pulled and the ball flew past the Araglen keeper for Blarney's third goal of the night. Final score Araglen 0-7 Blarney 3-10. It was a most satisfying performance from the lads, again showing great heart and determination to work hard for each other. The Junior B's have still things to work on and will look to improve over the coming weeks as Championship approaches. Niall Hayes, Paul O'Donovan, Daniel O'Donovan, Michael McNamara, Tomas Barrett, Cian O'Mahony, Darragh McPolin, Donal O'Neill, Conor Ford, Colm Sheehan, Brian Jordan, Pat O'Connell, Donal O'Leary, Tim Green, Edward Hurley. Jason McCarthy for Tim Green.
Cumnor Construction sponsorship. Big thanks to Cumnor Construction for the kind sponsorship of new sets of underage jerseys for our teams. Cumnor have been great friends of the club over the years and we are most appreciated of their continued support. Pictured are Cian O'Mahony, Eddie O'Mahony and Michael O'Mahony from Cumnor with our Underage Chairman Michael Barrett, Club Chairman Kevin Kelleher and the Fe16 hurling team.
Great win for Minors over The Barrs. It was a windy and misty evening in Delanys where the Blarney minor hurlers took to the field against St Finbarrs in the quarter final of the Premier 2 Championship. Blarney playing with the wind in the first half, got off to the ideal start with a Declan Hannon long distance free finding the net in the first
minute. Blarney were on top in the opening 10 minutes but could not make it count on the scoreboard. The tricky conditions made it difficult for free takers but full forward James Dinnen raised the white flag on the 11th minute. On the 16th & 18th minute Eoin Hyland struck two great points from the middle of the field to leave the scoreboard read Blarney 1-3 St Finbarrs 0-3. Good Blarney work rate ensured St Finbarrs found it hard to score, with all of their points coming from frees. Olan Hegarty brought a big cheer from the large Blarney following five minutes before half time finishing well to the Barrs net. Wing back Alan McEvoy scored a trade mark point from the left wing to give Blarney 2-5 to 0-4 lead. However just before the half time whistle, the Barrs scored a goal to bring the city team back into the game. Half time: Blarney 2-5 St Finbarrs 1-4. With the wind at their backs, St Finbarrs got off to the ideal start scoring a goal from the throw in. In the next 6 minutes, the Barrs scored two points on the trot to give them the lead for the first time in the game. However Blarney did not panic and continued to fight hard for every ball and got their reward when Dineen found the net minutes later. Dineen leading by example in the forward line, scored another point from play soon after. But St Finbarrs would not lie down and Blarney had to work hard as a unit to grind out a result. Both sides exchanged scores as the half progressed, but Blarney's superior fitness showed. Substitute Donal Hoare raised the white flag with a 3 minutes to go before Dineen score two placed balls to ensure Blarney progressed to the semi final. Final score Blarney 3-9 St Finbarrs 2-8. It was a great spirited performance from all the panel. Well done to the lads and background team involved. SuperValu Blarney sponsorship. Paddy O’Leary has recently taken over SuperValu in Blarney and since his move to the village he has become very much involved in Blarney GAA by providing much needed sponsorship to the Club na nOg section of the underage in Blarney GAA. Two new sets of jerseys have been supplied to the U9’s and U10’s in Blarney along with 3 sets of bibs all of which have been sponsored by O’Leary’s Supervalu. Blarney GAA are extremely thankful and look forward to future ventures together with Paddy O’Leary and his excellent staff in the SuperValu Blarney.
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Congratulations to the Irish Fly Fishing team who won gold in the Four Nations Youth International Fly Fishing Competition at Lough Lein, Killarney, yesterday! Margaret Griffin was justly proud of her son Chris Fehilly who was the youngest fisherman representing Ireland In the Competition. The competition was fought in very difficult conditions with gale force winds, but the Irish team determination to win meant staying on the lake from 10am until just before 5pm, through ferocious wind and rain.
Muskerry Golf Club lady members at the presentation of the ‘President's Prize for Ladies’ by Maura Minogue to winner Loretta Mathews. Included is lady captain, Katy Keohane.
pics Mike English
Michael O'Connell, Chairman Gurranbraher Credit Union, making a sponsorship presentation to Louise Scannell, Blarney Street, member of Glanmire Basketball Club, who has been selected on the Irish U18 Basketball team for the European Championships. Included are Sean O'Sullivan, Vice Chairman and PRO Glanmire Basketball Club, Philip Hosford, Gurranbraher Credit Union and Cllr. Tony Fitzgerald. pic Mike English
David Hartnett, Channel Sales Manager I N M, making a presentation to Ted McCarthy, Donoughmore, following Outsider's win in the Irish Independent A3 525 Stakes Final at Curraheen Park. Included are Mossie Corkery, Billy O'Sullivan, Matt Healy, Pat O'Mahony and Brian Collins, Racing Manager. pic Mike English Irene Eighan from Glanmire and Margaret Hegarty from Killeens at the Novartis 5K race. pics Diane Cusack Pictured at the Novartis 5K race in Ringaskiddy are Fionnuala Newton, Midleton, Roy O'Keeffe, Cloughduv, and Anne Murray, Donoughmore .
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Eileen O'Flynn presenting the Muskerry GAA/Auld Triangle Sports Award for June to Tom Kenny, Grenagh, in recognition of his display in the County Intermediate Hurling Championship v Dripsey. Included are Tom’s family members, Tom, Snr, Mark and Anthony Kenny, Claire Sheehan, sister, Michael O'Donovan, Secretary Grenagh GAA and Joan O'Flynn.
Tom photographed at the awards dinner with Muskerry GAA Board Officers, Pat Malone, Chairman, Willie Buckley, Vice Chairman, John Feeney, Secretary, Dave Lee, Treasurer, Edward Warren, Cultural Officer, John Crean, County Board Delegate, Anne O'Riordan and Aubert Twomey, Awards Committee. pics Mike English
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New pitch development underway. Muskerry Rugby Club recently began work on their new pitch development project at our grounds in Inniscarra Community Centre. This project will transform what is currently our second pitch into a state of the art sandbased surface with adjoining training area. This project is being aided by Sports Capital Funding Scheme and will provide a pitch that will be playable in all weathers meaning cancellations due to waterlogging should become a thing of the past. This fantastic new playing surface will be ready for the start of the 2017/18 season. In conjunction with this development, the club has leased an adjoining field to provide an additional playing area to cater for our growing under age rugby section.
20th-28th Aug 2016
Blarney events
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Pre- season training every Tuesday and Thursday. The start of the season is only around the corner and preseason training for adults has commenced every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30pm. New and returning members are welcome to come along. Mini rugby training returns on Saturday September 3rd at 10.30 a.m. and our youth teams are also back in action. Would you like to play rugby? If you are new to the area, or would like to give rugby a try, why not come along to our grounds at Inniscarra Community Centre? We have 2 adult teams, a thriving underage section, three pitches, and a modern clubhouse with a gym. No previous experience is required: just enthusiasm, boots, shorts, a jersey and a gum shield. We would be delighted to welcome new members to our ambitious, growing club. If you require more information please contact one of the following:
Ancestry Research/Newspaper Research.
Feel free to drop into the Blarney library during opening hours, if you would like to gain a few tips on researching your family history. By arrangement they can set some time aside to conduct a more detailed search and perhaps uncover some startling (or mundane) facts. The library also has access to an extensive online newspaper archive featuring papers from all over the country, a good opportunity to chase up your Junior B goal or your wedding photo. N.B. Library closed on Monday
Blarney Parish Records.
Wednesday 24th August Blarney GAA Hall at 11am This is an illustrated talk by Richard Forrest, that looks at a unique set of records and how they reflect the life of Blarney parish since the 1770s. It will look at marriage and baptism customs, the styles of the different priests, the notation and marginalia that they added and trends such as naming patterns.
Blarney Bowling Tournament 1980.
Rare film of the Vintner's Road Bowling tournament from 1980 will be showing in Blarney library over Heritage Week. It conveys the excitement of a popular sporting contest on a summer's evening and features many well-known local faces, some since departed If you would like any further information on Heritage Week contact the library on 021 4382115 or richard.forrest@corkcoco.ie
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