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Letters to the Editor frontdesk@douglaspost.ie

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

Ireland God Help Us! Dear Editor, God bless poor Ireland. Today I received my payslip for my HSE Pension. I worked as a Home Help for a few years and am now 72. I am in receipt of a “Pension” of 92 cents per fortnight! Every two weeks I receive an official payslip (54c), in an envelope with a 55 cent stamp. Today I got the surprise of my life to find I am now in the Tax Bracket! 18cents tax has been deducted from the 92cents and I am also paying the Universal Social Charge at the rate of 2cents!! What kind of bloody tomfoolery is this? I have written to the Minister for Health and told him to look into it. He’s getting paid enough! We have vat on toilet rolls now at 23% - it won’t be too long till we are back to cutting the newspapers up in squares with the auld piece of string, and the old rain barrel outside the back door. ‘Tis backwards we are going. If it keeps like this, we’ll soon be back to the auld ass and cart!! Petrol will be too dear along with road tax and insurance hikes. We have the Troika, the Banks, the Croke Park agreement and I’m sure my 2 cents USC isn’t going to make much of a difference all that. Ireland God help us ! Give us a break, Enda! Bantry Reader. (Name and Address with Editor) Disclaimer: Any views or opinions expressed in these letters are solely those of the individual author(s) and do not necessarily represent those of The Douglas Post.

Jerry Buttimer TD

Cork bridges to undergo repair works Cork South Central TD Jerry Buttimer has welcomed €100 million worth of funding which will be provided for the funding of new, small scale, road safety and upgrading projects. Deputy Buttimer said “despite reduced resources the Minister he is targeting available resources to deliver much needed upgrading works. In Cork these works will include renewal and repair works to bridges. Already work has taken place on the Brian Boru Bridge and work has commenced on the Hibernian Road footbridge. It is also intended that repair works will be carried out on the Christy Ring Bridge, Togher Road Underpass and Mahon Interchange bridge among others across the city. “I understand that the City Council will be advised by the NRA during the course of next week the exact amount of each individual allocation. Grants for regional and local roads will be announced towards the end of this month. “These works are in addition to the on-going major NRA scheme to upgrade the interchanges on the N25 at the Bandon and Sarsfield Road roundabouts. This scheme is one of only six major projects nationally which was commenced in 2011.”

• Tomas Mulcahy and Emer Murphy launch the Breakthrough Cancer Research Valentines Ball fundraiser in aid of Cork Cancer Research Centre, which will take place on Saturday 11th February at Fota Island Hotel Golf & Spa Resort in Cork. The blacktie event, organised by Breakthrough Cancer Research in aid of Cork Cancer Research Centre, is now in its 21st year and is one of the highlights of the Cork social calendar. Tickets cost €125 and are available by emailing orla@ccrc.ie, lo-call 1890 998 998 or see www. breakthroughcancerresearch.ie Pic: Miki Barlok

Jerry Buttimer T.D. Constituency Office 4 A Glasheen Road, Cork. CLINIC TIMES:

Monday: Ballyphehane Community Centre 6pm - 6.30pm Friday: Mahon Community Centre 12.30 pm - 1pm Friday: Togher Community Centre 6pm - 6.30pm

Tel: 021 484 0652 Mobile: 086 235 6892 Email: jerry.buttimer@oir.ie

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Said my granny to me as she jabbed her bony finger into my chest. I was a little confused and replied, “Noone.” Then why are you wearing it?” I was seventeen and going through my Bob Dylan phase. I was the coolest in black suede boots, black jeans, black polo neck jumper and the piece de resistance, a dark tan suede jacket that I had bought for £12 at a second hand clothing stall in the English Market. This was the item of clothing that she objected to. I merely shrugged at her lack of taste and moved on. Sometimes, when we would ask our father for to do something for us, he would reply, “You’re big enough and ugly enough to do it yourself.” When I use this line on my boys, they get very offended. Children are so sensitive these days. I was coming out of Douglas Park when I came across a boy of about 10 years with a younger child, a girl, in a headlock. As I passed them, he flung her to the ground. I barked at him, “You shouldn’t treat little girls like that.” He sneered back at me and said, “She’s my sister!” I told him that if I ever met his mother,

I would report him. Half an hour later, I met the boy again with his father. They were out looking for me. The father was more upset about the way I spoke to his son, which I admitted was a bit harsh, than the fact that his daughter was being strangled on the street. It ended amicably. The next day, I was in Roche’s Stores coffee shop. Three tables away, a toddler was standing on top of a table with not a single adult within a 20 yard radius. After my experience the day before, I did nothing. A passing member of staff noticed the boy and said to him in a concerned voice, “Where’s your mammy?” She would have been well within her rights to be annoyed because if the boy had slipped and hurt himself, Roche’s Stores would have had a law suit on their hands. But instead she spoke in a soothing voice as she cajoled and coaxed him down and looked around to reunite him with his rightful owner. It’s not always what you say; it’s how you say it.

Bridget De Courcey R.I.P The management and staff of the Douglas Post would like to extend our sincere Sympathy to Ann Jim and Vera on the death of their mother Bridget De Courcey late of Johnstown Maryborough Hill Douglas. May she rest in peace

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Celebrity Cruises - Weddings and Honeymoons Did you get engaged over Christmas or over the New Year? Are you already engaged and in the process of planning a wedding or honeymoon? Or maybe you are organising a renewal of your vows. Well, here is another option for you to consider – saying those vows at sea with a captain-performed ceremony! Does this sound like your ideal wedding? Celebrity Cruises offers a range of options to make that day as special as you wish it to be.

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Celebrity Cruises’ iconic “X” is the mark of the world’s top-rated premium cruise line. This cruise line boosts spacious, stylish interiors with dining experiences elevated to an art form and personalized service. With a guest-to-staff ratio of nearly 2:1; the staff service includes trendsetting onboard activities. All these elements are designed to provide an unmatchable experience for vacationers’ precious time. Celebrity Cruises sails to Alaska, Australia/New Zealand, Bermuda, California, Canada/New England, the Caribbean, Europe, Hawaii, the Pacific Coast, Panama Canal, South America, and year-round in the Galapagos Islands. Celebrity Cruises also offers immersive cruise-tour experiences in such places as Alaska, Australia/New Zealand, Canada, Europe and South America. One of the fastest-growing major cruise lines, Celebrity Cruises’ fleet currently consists of ten ships, with one additional Solstice Class ship named Celebrity Reflection scheduled to join the fleet in Autumn 2012.

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Maybe you are now considering the option of hosting a wedding with Celebrity Cruises. This is a unique way in which you, your significant other and your guests can combine your wedding ceremony and

honeymoon into one complete and special package. Exotic destination weddings have become increasingly popular. Each year, more than 300 couples say “I do” onboard a Celebrity Cruises ship. Celebrity Cruises offers the perfect solution with all-inclusive wedding packages arranged by the dedicated coordinators of The Wedding Experience who coordinate all inport weddings, vow renewals and also help plan weddings to be performed at sea. Celebrity Cruises’ general packages include the services of a local marriage official, a bottle of champagne, wedding cake, floral arrangements and a wedding certificate. A valid marriage license must be obtained from the jurisdiction in which the wedding will take place whether that is in the Caribbean, South America or Canada. The number of weddings permitted on each sailing is limited. Pricing begins at $2,195 and all weddings performed onboard the ship must be in conjunction with a cruise.

Captain-Led Ceremonies With the re-registration of Celebrity Cruises’ seven ships in Malta, it is now possible for captains to perform legal wedding ceremonies at sea. Couples cruising with Celebrity Cruises can now be joined in matrimony onboard

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both a docked Celebrity Cruises ship and one sailing through international waters. The captain-performed wedding packages begin at $2,500.

In-port Weddings Fancy an in-port wedding? Engaged couples can exchange vows onboard a Celebrity Cruises vessel while docked in the following ports: Aruba, Baltimore, Barbados, Catalina Island, Cozumel, Fort Lauderdale, Cabo San Lucas, Civitavecchia (Rome), Grand Cayman, Hawaii, Juneau, Ketchikan, Key West, Livorno (Florence), Los Angeles, Miami, New Jersey, New York, Jamaica, San Diego, San Francisco, Santorini, Seattle, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, San Juan, Tampa and Vancouver.

At-sea weddings Prefer an at-sea wedding? It is important to remember that in accordance with Maltese law, couples who wish to be married by a Celebrity Cruises captain in international waters should allow for at least eight weeks land-based lead time in order to process the required legal documents.

Honeymoon and Anniversary Packages How about your honeymoon or celebrating your anniversary? Celebrity Cruises invites honeymooners and couples celebrating anniversaries to enjoy a romantic breakfast in bed deal. Complete with a bottle of premium champagne, two “special memories” engraved flutes, a flower-filled flexvase, a single red rose, two 100% Egyptian cotton bathrobes, Godiva chocolates and a personalised certificate make this a unforgettable honeymoon or anniversary. Also each sailing which features a honeymoon and anniversary party, the cruise director will invite celebrating couples to enjoy a complimentary champagne toast, cake and dance to live music.

Vow Renewal Packages Not only has there been a rise in exotic destination weddings but the number of couples choosing to renew their wedding vows has increased in popularity too. Celebrity Cruises, in partnership with The Wedding Experience, have two vow renewal packages available to guests: the True Love Knot Renewal and the Aisle to Isle Renewal packages.

True Love Knot Renewal Package

This package includes a ceremony officiated by the ship’s captain in an intimate location onboard the ship, a commemorative vow renewal certificate signed by the captain, recorded ceremony music and a floral bouquet for the bride and matching boutonniere for the groom. It also includes a photography service; one 8x10 photo of the couple with the captain which is then signed by the captain, one 8x10 photo of the ship, a bottle of champagne, two engraved champagne flutes, cake for two and breakfast delivered to the couple’s stateroom.

Aisle to Isle Renewal Package

This package includes a ceremony led by a shipboard ceremony officiant, recorded ceremony music, a bottle of champagne, cake for two, a commemorative vow renewal certificate, a long-stemmed rose for the bride and matching boutonniere for the groom and photography service. Additionally, each Celebrity Vow Renewals Programme can be customised further with á la carte options such as receptions, live music, salon appointments and more.

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TuxR Us This well known Cork company started trading after its owner attended a formal hotel function. The difficulty in accessing a city centre location to rent a tuxedo was a genuine hassle. He enquired how this affected booking wedding wear, and learned that the same problem existed. It seemed natural that a mobile service would both solve this situation and prove very popular. Tux r us was launched later that year and has gone form strength to strength.It now boasts a fully stocked store with suits in all colours,and the largest selection of waistcoats and neckwear in the munster area. The delivery and collection of the suits are indeed popular, but it is the “in your own home” fittings for weddings that set them apart.

We have a dedicated staff who love shoes! Understand the importance of glamour and fittings! Shoes which are comfortable as well as beautiful. A lovely selection of bridal footwear from the chic and elegant to stylish heels, the vintage theme still continuous in our low heel courts.

Both Dads and the lads are saved several trips to town. Giving directions to a store can be hit and miss, but the men attending the function will surely know where you live. Some months into their first wedding season, a request was made to attend a residence to dress the men for a funeral. It was remarked by the neighbours at the time, how good a service this was at such a distressing time. Tux r us has seen a tremendous increase in the use of this service in the last few years. It must be very comforting to know that, when so much needs to be taken care of, they are just a phone call away.

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The Perfect Dress! Getting engaged is one of the most exciting times of your life! Wedding preparations begin and needless to say ‘The Wedding Dress’ quickly becomes a priority. Your friends will tell you that the experience of trying on wedding dresses is totally different to what you may expect and they are completely right! Many brides-to-be have certain expectations as to what they will like only to find it is the complete opposite that they end up buying. Remember, the only person you are trying to suit is yourself, so don’t be too surprised at what you actually like! The most important thing is not to get too carried away at the beginning and focus on the styles that most flatter your body. From there you will find a beautiful dress with the details you like best. Most shops also offer an array of accessories to complement your dress. Try things on, keep an open mind but only purchase what you feel adds to your look but does not overpower you.

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Weddings can also be expensive, especially in these uncertain times. However, setting a budget will help you to decide how much you want to spend on your dress (along with other essentials). Once your budget is set, make sure you shop in the boutiques that cater for your budget. There are many options, including sale dresses, lower cost brands and those in the average to expensive brackets. It also makes sense to shop within a reasonable distance of home as you will have to consider fittings and collection later on. Ask also if the shop does alterations and at what cost. Finally, always make sure your wedding dress shopping is an enjoyable experience. It is something you will probably only do once and it is as much part of your wedding & preparations as anything else. At the end of it you will have your dream dress and all the excitement that goes with it!

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Set in the heart of one of Ireland’s finest coastal resorts, only 30 minutes drive from Cork city, lies this haven of comfort and hospitality, an establishment with a proud tradition of fine food and quality service.

Choice of Wedding Suites

When you choose Walter Raleigh Hotel as your wedding venue, you are guaranteed first class service with attention to detail combined with a sumptuous seasonal menu.

Civil Ceremonies

Arranging a civil ceremony is an excellent way to reflect a couple’s individuality. At the ‘Walter Raleigh Hotel’, we have a choice of 2 suites to host your civil ceremony. What makes the Walter Raleigh Hotel’, unique as a wedding venue is the exclusive use of the Blackwater Suite as a private drinks reception room after your ceremony and in advance of your lavish banquet. With views over the Blackwater Estuary this venue sets the tone of relaxation and luxury just a touch for what is to follow for the rest of the day!

Contact us today on 024-92011 and we will be delighted to go through our fantastic offers available for what ever type of dream wedding you have planned, or email us at dm@walterraleighhotel.com

Adelphi Fairytale Reception

The ‘Adelphi Suite’ is the largest function room and can cater for up 300 guests; with its high ceilings, ornate covings and large classical bar this room is the perfect wedding reception venue for the fairytale wedding with a modern twist.

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The Blackwater Suite caters for intimate Wedding Receptions of up to 70 people. This room features a private balcony with stunning sea views providing the perfect backdrop for photographs.

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Ballyrafter Country House Hotel

Country House splendour with Georgian period décor sets this Three Star Authentic Country House Hotel apart. Spacious Grounds and a tree line surrounding the House protect you from the modern day hustle and bustle. Relaxation is the key to escaping to such a perfectly situated retreat.

With just ten bedrooms each and every guest is welcomed by not just a staff member but a Family Member. This creates an immediate interpretation of the care and attention expected in a Family operated Hotel.

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The Rectory

Ever wanted to get married outdoors by the sea? A strong emergence in the last few years is to get back to nature and enjoy the outdoors. The Rectory built in 1804 is a Chic Boutique Seaside Private Party & Wedding Venue in Glandore, West Cork. It has held multiple onsite ceremonies to date both indoor and outdoor on the lawn overlooking Glandore Harbour including civil, religious and spiritual ceremonies. The venue can cater at peak time for full day sit down dinner parties from 45 to up to 120-140 guests for meal seating with additional 80 guests for evening. There are a variety of packages to choose from to include full day exclusive use to Midweek Evening BBQ/Buffet and Cocktail parties. The exquisite Georgian restaurant is the perfect location to relax, absorb breathtaking views, sample cuisine, while enjoying a memorable party. One of the main considerations of guests who come to The Rectory is its reputation for the highest standards in food. It is simple food, done well with exceptional value for money considering products and location of the venue. The huge bay windows of the Rectory afford excellent views over the lawn and Glandore coastline giving the impression you are eating in the garden but within the comforts of the vibrant red and green dining rooms. Even on a dull day the venue doesn’t feel gloomy as there is nothing to block or obstruct the views of the harbour.

With winter behind us and Spring approaching our doors re-open to numerous events and celebrations. Give us the opportunity to host your intimate Wedding Reception, Christening or Anniversary. The Courtyard Conservatory has a capacity of 18-80. Savour our Table D’hôte Dinner in our Main Dining Room while experiencing the fantastic view of Lismore Castle (our Dining Room is closed Tuesdays) or Take Afternoon Tea (Saturday & Sunday from May 1st) served from 3.30pm in The Residents Lounge. Whatever your reason to visit us during the 2012 season we endeavour to make it memorable. Browse through Sample Menu’s on our Website and or View individual Bedrooms. We at Ballyrafter strive to maintain a very high standard throughout every aspect of our Long Established (1966) Business.

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More popular in the past 2-3 years than in the height of the boom establishes the venue as Good Value for Money considering so many couples are far more cost conscious and carry out more research nowadays and see the potential savings on a venue like the Rectory. With packages under €5900 for 80 guests you can’t go wrong. While there is limited availability for peak dates in 2012 you’d never know your luck so make sure to contact them now. Quote this article to find out about their current special for Douglas Post readers. Think differently….think the Rectory.

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Innishannon House Hotel is a family run manor house built in 1720, it’s nestled away in 10 acres of woodland gardens with the river bandon flowing right through them to provide a fairytale setting for your special day. With over 40 years experience as one of Cork’s premier wedding locations, we will work closely with you to ensure your special day is one to remember. The River suite, overlooking the beautiful rose garden and Bandon River, provides an elegant setting for your guests to enjoy the occasion. It has been recently refurbished and can now accommodate up to 200 guests. The intimate Frankfurt Suite can cater for smaller wedding parties. The garden room provides for an idealic intimate civil cermony for up to 40 guests.

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Outdoor civil cermonies can now be conducted in the beautiful surroundings of the river side gardens. Innishannon House Hotel, The Most Romantic Hotel in Ireland, offers personalised service, as we believe that you are not just a statistic. We take pride in ensuring that excellent food is produced and served in the banqueting room using fresh local produce. Your guests will enjoy the old country house charm, with panoramic views of the garden and the Bandon River that flows through the property”

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Weddings with a Difference Fernhill House Hotel and Gardens to host Outdoor Wedding Blessings

See www.fernhillhousehotel.com or call 023 883 3258 FERNHILL HOUSE HOTEL & GARDENS, CLONAKILTY, WEST CORK.

The family run Fernhill House Hotel & Gardens, Clonakilty in West Cork, renowned for its charm, character and food, has been a popular wedding choice for over forty years. The four acres of gardens are a real attraction, with their tumbling roses and dramatic water features, but Fernhill has just added another string to its bow- an outdoor Wedding Blessing area! The intimate outdoor Blessing area has just been built in the heart of the gardens, overlooked by a wooden arched bridge, at the foot of a waterfall, creating a spectacular backdrop for photographs. Perfect for a couple looking to stray from the traditional church service, wedding blessings are increasingly popular with those who want something personalised and unique on their wedding day. With a light filled banqueting hall overlooking the beautiful West Cork countryside and gorgeous food, Fernhill House Hotel and Gardens is the perfect place to plan your perfect day. Under the careful stewardship of owners The O’Neill family, the hotel is established as one of the leading wedding venues in West Cork, looking after wedding couples for the past three decades.

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Chez de Paor Chez de paor, situated in the picturesque town of Lismore in Co.Waterford is a family run business. Located in the main street it offers the deserving bride a vast selection of options. Proprietor Sheila power has 25 years of experience and expertise in the fashion trade which gives her the opportunity to offer brides an opportunity to design their dream wedding gown. A personal one to one meeting with complete privacy is guaranteed from Chez De Paor to allow our brides the time and dedication to give their perfect day the perfect dress they dreamed of. Also dresses can be bought instore and are altered to suit all clients in house which means your perfect dress is all sorted for your day in the one store in fact bridal alterations are a speciality. Chez De Paor also caters for that perfect Debs dress at a quality that has to be seen to be believed. Design your own dress or buy straight from store. Alterations are also offerd with debs.

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Dungarvan Brewing Company Since launching in April 2010 Dungarvan Brewing Company have received lots of recognition for their beers, being awarded the Best New Producer award at Blas na hEireann 2010, Black Rock Irish Stout was awarded a bronze medal in February 2011 at the Brewing Industry International Awards held at Burton-onTrent in the UK and a gold medal at the Blas na hEireann awards 2011 They produce a range of three beers, all traditionally brewed and bottled on-site in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, made using only four ingredients – barley, hops, yeast and water. No chemicals are added to the products, it is unfiltered and unpasteurised and vegan-friendly. The three beers are bottle conditioned, which is the traditional method of bottling beers, and similarly for the draught offerings the old-fashioned cask is used with a hand pump to draw the beer out. Black Rock Irish Stout: A traditional dry Irish stout, full flavoured yet smooth. Roasted barley flavours are nicely complemented by notes of vanilla and aniseed. Enjoy with robust meat dishes or on its own from the shelf. Copper Coast Red Ale: A flavoursome, fruity Irish red ale which uses crystal malt to give a caramel character that is balanced by a light dash of bittering hops. . Perfect accompaniment to any roasted meats as the caramel character of both complement each other nicely. Helvick Gold Blonde Ale: A refreshing, bright, aromatic blonde ale with a hop bite and citrus and pine overtones. Lively and vivacious! Great with spicy foods. See more at www.dungarvanbrewingcompany.com

Confessions of a Bus Conductor By Neil O’Donoghue Identical twins took up employment with C.I.E causing endless trouble for Supervisors trying to distinguish one from the other. An Inspector would detail one of the twins a duty. Minutes later the Inspector would see the guy sitting in the rest room. “Didn’t I tell you to go down to the Statue’, bawls the Inspector. “ That was probably my brother Inspector”.

• Liam Mullaney (tan coat) and fellow activists from Occupy Cork pictured at Cork circuit court in relation to an application for an injunction seeking the eviction of the group from a vacant retail building, Stapleton House, Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork. Pic Daragh Mc Sweeney/Cork Courts Limited

• Eoin O’Reilly from House Caf Cork Opera House and Fiona and Jim Cuttriss from JC Products pictured at the ‘Beer Loves Food Series’, a gastronomic evening celebrating the natural match of beer and food at the Cornstore in Cork brought to you by Thisisbeer.ie Pic: Miki Barlok

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Condolences to Martin Family We wish to convey our sympathy to our colleague and committee member, Paudie Martin, and his family, on the death of his father, Paddy.

Cork Person of the Year 2012 We were disappointed that our Phil Goodman of the Young at Heart group wasn’t chosen as the overall 2012 winner – but then, Phil is a winner to all in the community of Douglas. We really appreciate the work she has done over the years, the places she taken us to, the educational and social opportunities she has provided such as computer skills, keep-fit, dancing classes, arts and crafts, etc. which has greatly enhanced the lives of the retired people of Douglas. The award went to Liam Casey, founder and CEO of PCH International, a businessman who set up an international supply chain management company in 1996 in Blackrock. Phil, you were in very good company!

Tidy Town Weekly Clean-Up Our Tidy Towns volunteers are back again to their weekly clean-up – some never took the break over the holidays. Just to remind our readers that they meet every Saturday morning at 10.30, and work until noon, picking up litter throughout the Douglas area. You just show up, and they will provide you with a high-viz jacket, a bag and a litter pick.

Volunteers Needed We are drawing up a list of volunteers who can help us out in our fundraising efforts and would be delighted if anyone with a particular talent or idea, contact us at douglasca@eircom. net, by texting us at 086-8917234 or by dropping a note into the centre at the Community Park. You don’t have to be on a committee to help out and people of all ages are welcome.

Office Hours/Monthly Meeting The office is open 3 days a week, Mon. Tue. Friday 9 a.m.-1 pm. If you wish to contact us, or have issues of a community nature you wish us to address, you can always write a note and let it with our administrator, Nicola Forth, or e-mail douglasca@

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eircom.net, and the matter will be put on the agenda of our monthly meeting. These are held on the third Monday of each month. Our next one is on Mon.20th February.

Douglas Writers Group The next meeting of the Douglas Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Business Centre), Douglas on Friday 10th February at 5.30 pm. The Douglas Writers Group meets on the 2nd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. We look forward to seeing you there.Young at Heart Join the Young at Heart on Mediterian Cruise,visiting Corcisa, Florence ,Rome ,etc ,for more info contact Phil on 4363867

Douglas Sláinte Toastmasters Club Would you like to improve your skills in public speaking in a warm, welcoming and supportive atmosphere? If so, Douglas Sláinte Toastmasters Club is the club for you. This club affords every member the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn leads to increased selfconfidence and personal growth. You are welcome to attend any of our meetings, without obligation, where you can witness for yourself the opportunities for growth in participating in Douglas Sláinte meetings. Meetings take place in the Rochestown Park Hotel every second Wednesday from now until late June 2012. Meetings begin at 8.00pm and finish at 10.00pm. Meeting Dates: January, 25th, February 8th, 22nd , March 7th, 21st , April 4th, 18th May 2nd, 16th, 30th & June 13th

Oíche Ghaelach Beidh Oíche Ghaelach anois ar siúl gach oíche Mháirt sa South County Bar sa Dúghlas. Tá siad ag lorg duine éigean chun an oíche a chur i láthair gach oíche Mháirt, agus cabhrú le daoine agus comhrá a spreagadh; ach ní rang foirméalta a bheidh i gceist leis. Deis chun daoine a spreagadh chun cainte agus an Ghaeilge atá acu a úsáid atá ann. Má ta suim agat cuir glaoch orm anseo san oifig ar 021 4310841.

Care-Ring Douglas Congratulations to this group who celebrated their first anniversary recently. They provide a service of keeping in regular contact, by way of a friendly social phonecall, to older people within the community. They are supported by volunteers who are HSE-trained and Garda-vetted. The service is a link for people who are unable to leave their homes and also for people who may feel lonely and isolated, especially as the colder weather takes a grip. For more information, contact Phil Goodman on 086-2987161.

Membership is free and we welcome all boys and girls from 2nd class and upwards. Please contact Fr. Michael for further details on 0874198286.

“Rochestown Art Centre Art Classes Available: Kids Saturday Art Class, Kids After School Art Class, Adult Art Class, Art for the Retired, Christmas Card Making, Christmas Craft Making Class, Teen Art Class, Portfolio Service”

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Douglas ICA No “Boot Camp” in Douglas ICA, just a warm welcome and the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. With our many activities, including Choir, Drama, Exercise Class, Crafts, Book Club, Outings, etc., we offer plenty of scope to use your talents and gain new experiences. Guild meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 8pm at the I.C.A. Hall on Church Road (opposite entrance to the Community Park). Choir Monday 8pm, Drama Wednesday 8pm, Exercise Class Monday at 11am. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME.

All God’s creatures got a place in the choir!!!!

Library Activities

Tuesdays@10.15: Social Sketchers, bring along your paper and paints and try your hand at art in the library Wednesdays@10.30: UCC Creative Writing Course Wednesdays@10.30 Book Club meet on the second Wednesday of every month. Thursdays @ 11.00: Young at Heart (tai Chi) Thursdays@ 6.30 Adult Chess Fridays : First Friday Gramophone Recital @ 11.00 Second Friday: Citizens Information Free Clinic @ 10.00 Fourth Friday: Irish Conversation Group.@ 11.00

St.Patrick’s Church Choir, Rochestown.

Rehearses every Tuesday night at 8 pm in St Patrick’s church.The choir sings at the 11a.m mass on Sundays. New members are welcome to join this mixed-voice choir. Hope to see you there! Further information contact Susan 086-8677077

The Rochestown Youth Choir are looking for new members!

open day Douglas Ballet Theatre Sunday 29th January 3-5pm come along and find out all that we have to offer meet our instructors watch karate boxercise &ballet demonstrations spot prize-draw kids arts and krafts face painting refreshments provided ballet aerobics boxercise circuit training karate drama art zumba all on offer 2012 contact 4842043

If your child loves to sing we would love to see them joining us for our rehearsal each Friday from 4.30 to 5.30 pm in St Patrick’s Church Rochestown.

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Heritage Grants 2012 The Cork City Council Heritage Grant Scheme is aimed at providing core funding in the form of small grants (€200 - €500) for local, communitybased heritage groups and individuals, who are involved in ongoing work that benefits the heritage of Cork City. Examples of eligible activities include holding public talks and meetings, exhibitions, training events, preparation costs for local publications, etc. Activities promoting the importance of all aspects of heritage in local communities and amongst young people are particularly welcome. The closing date for this application is 4pm, Friday, 10th February 2012. For an application form please contact Niamh Twomey, Heritage Officer, Cork City Council, City Hall or Tel 021 4924018 or email heritage@corkcity.ie. This grant scheme is an action from the Cork City Heritage Plan 2007 – 2012. Cllr Kieran McCarthy noted: “the south east part of Cork City has an amazing heritage from sites such as the history and natural wildlife of the Marina to the gorgeous Victorian and Edwardian along routeways such as Douglas Road. I’m interested in helping any group that wishes to promote such heritage plus other areas of heritage interest that are plentiful in this part of the city”. Further ideas for development can be viewed on Kieran’s website, www.corkheritage.ie or on the heritage section of www.kieranmccarthy.ie.

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Poetry Corner

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Last week Cork lost one of its finest sons the late John McCarthy. John was the founder of the mental health lobby group Mad Pride. He was the outspoken champion for the rights of those touched by mental illness and was himself diagnosed with motor neurone disease two years ago. Noel Mangier, the well know author of “Is That You Boy” sent us this tribute to John McCarthy. Noel says, it is his “tribute to the great humanitarian that is John McCarthy for I believe his indomitable spirit will always be with us.”

John McCarthy RIP John McCarthy You’re The Man, A Humanitarian Man Twas Your Mad Pride Plan to Highlight Our Affliction, The Plight of Our Addiction, John McCarthy you’re The Man, A Humanitarian Man You Ruffled All Our Feathers, Brought us each To-Gether At The Mad Pride Lark up in Fitzgerald’s Park,

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‘The Wizard of Oz...! From Thursday 16th February to Sunday 19th February ‘WE’RE OFF TO SEE....The Most Magical Adventure of them all !!! Follow the yellow Brick Road over the rainbow and into the Firkin Crane Theatre for the Performer’s Academy’s new production of... ‘The Wizard of Oz...!’ Starring the cream of Cork’s up and coming young talent, this exciting production is a must see.The Wizard of Oz will feature all of the well known and much loved songs from the original, all of the favourite

characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way! Come and join Dorothy, Lion, Tinman and Scarecrow on this fabulous adventure for all the family. Suitable for children aged 4 to 94 Directed by Killian Collins & Irene Warren Dates and Times: Thursday 16th Feb at 7.30pm, Friday 17th Feb at 7.30pm, Saturday 18th Feb at 7.30pm, Sunday 19th Feb 3pm, Tickets: Є16, Family Ticket, 4 for Є60, (Telephone bookings, fee applies) Booking details : Tickets on sale from Tuesday 24th January, Box Office (021- 4507487), Tuesday to Friday 10am to 2pm.

An Entire Nation Looked with Fascination The Mad Pride of Your Imagination. John You Showed Everyone That Madness Can Be Fun Not Every Demon is Demonic, That Madness is a Tonic A Roller-Coaster Ride on Your Mad Pride You, Yes, You, John McCarthy, You’re THE MAN You’re the Humanitarian MAN

Noel Magnier,

• Brian McGrath, Head of Marketing Dept CIT, Cllr Kieran McCarthy, Jerry Buttimer TD and Adrian Gregan, Head of Dept of Hospitality CIT at the Crawfor College of Art and Design to celebrate the Centenary of the Building and the History of Education therein. Pic Darragh Kane

Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ / Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas or you can email it direct to ronniemcginn@eircom. net. If possible keep your poem to 20 lines. You may choose any subject you like, in any form you like as long as it’s original. We look forward to hearing from you. RonnieMcGinn

Writers Group Meetings Bishopstown Writers Bishopstown Library – Mon 6th February. at 2.45.PM Douglas Writers Group Friday the 10th February John O’Sullivan’s, Boardroom at 5.30 pm Douglas Junior Writers Group Douglas Library Thursday 16h February at 5.30.PM Ballinlough Writers John O’Sullivan’s (Douglas) Fri 17h February at 5.30 PM Ó Bhéal Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street

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• Students Pia Fitzpatrick and Lianne Hickey at the Crawfor College of Art and Design to celebrate the Centenary of the Building and the History of Education therein. Pic Darragh Kane

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• Cork Hurlers Donal Óg Cusack and John Gardiner with Scoil Mhuire Gan Smál, Blarney in Cork Institute of Technology (CIT) to launch an agreement that will see CIT host the Cork Senior Hurling Team. The agreement will see the Cork players utilising the sports and ancillary services at CIT for their training and development Pic Darragh Kane

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Smart Alec sat In the Biology Class with a smug smile on his face.” What are you looking so pleased about? “ asked the teacher with a feeling of Impending doom. “ I know something that has four legs and two arms” announced Alec proudly. The teacher racked his brains but he could never know. But could think of no creature which fitted this description. What did Alec mean?

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Is there a community event or fundraiser in your area? Please let us know and we will be delighted to publish it for you. Email to – frontdesk@douglaspost.ie. To ensure publication your entry should reach us before 5 PM on Mondays

Blackrock / Mahon Community Notice Board Mahon Family Resource Centre Classes for Mother & Baby.

The Parents Programme had recommenced at Mahon Family Resource Centre. If you are a parent of young Children and are interested in any of the following courses: • Baby Massage • Mother and Baby • Pilates • Parent and Toddler Group Please contact Christine on 021 4358866 Beginnings Creche at Mahon Family Resource Centre: have a limited number of crèche spaces available for children ages 6months to 4years. Call Kathy on 021 4358866

Blackrock Community Association Monday Dance and exercise 10am-12noon Crafts 2 30pm 4 30pm Set Dancing 8 30pm-10pm Tuesday Art with Elaine Coakley 2pm-4pm Irish Dancing Classes for Children 4 15pm-5 15pm Tai Chi 7 30pm-8 30pm

Wednesday Dance and exercise 10am-12noon Crochet 2 30pm-4 30pm Thursday Yoga 2 30pm-4pm for 4 weeks and will be followed by Nutrition classes 2 30pm- 4pm for 3 weeks Come and join us for our Classes. We will have some Social Evenings as well .Contact Martha 0871253157 Irene 0876122007

New Local Phone Number for Care & Repair Age Action has announced that due to the continued expansion of the Care & Repair programme in Cork there is a now a local phone number, 0214536554, which older people can call to arrange to have jobs done around their homes free of charge. Age Action’s Care & Repair service uses a pool of trustworthy volunteer handypersons to carry out oddjobs and DIY work for older people who find it difficult to do these jobs themselves. Some of the jobs that our volunteers can do include changing light bulbs, minor painting and decorating, hanging curtains, minor gardening, minor carpentry and installing smoke alarms. The service is free; clients only pay for the materials used.

For bigger jobs that are beyond the scope of the volunteers, Age Action maintains a register of reliable and honest tradespersons whose contact details can be provided. As well as all of the main trades such as plumbers, electricians, builders etc, they have details for people who service boilers, clean chimneys, clean gutters and many other useful services. Regular social visits to older people can also be arranged. John O Mahony, Care & Repair Development Officer, says “I’m delighted that we now have a local Care & Repair phone number in Cork. This will make it quicker and easier for people to access our services and

I would ask anybody who thinks that we might be able to help them around the house to contact me on 0214536554. I would be happy to chat to people about how we can assist them.” Age Action is Ireland’s leading charity for older people. They believe that Ireland should be the best place in which to grow older. They work to fight discrimination, promote positive ageing and improve policies and services for all older people. Phone: 021-4536554

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• Cork Opera House Spring Brochure is ahead of the rest this season. Sinead Dunphy, Heather Murphy, Mary Hickson, Laura Harte and Sara-Jane Power pictured at the launch of the Spring Brochure, Cork Opera House. Pic Clare Keogh

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Cork Live At The Marquee 2012 A great line up has already been confirmed for Live At The Marquee in Cork this June with more acts to be announced soon.... AIKEN PROMOTIONS PRESENTS:

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Fall Prevention Falls put you at risk of serious injury. Prevent falls with these simple fallprevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home. Fall prevention may not seem like a lively topic, but it’s important. As you get older, physical changes and health conditions — and sometimes the medications used to treat those conditions — make falls more likely. In fact, falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults. Still, fear of falling doesn’t need to rule your life. Instead, consider six simple fallprevention strategies.

How do I handle mum’s Alzheimer’s?

1. M ake an appointment with your doctor Begin your fall-prevention plan by making an appointment with your doctor. Be prepared to answer questions such as: • What medications are you taking?

3. W ear sensible shoes Consider changing your footwear as part of your fall-prevention plan. High heels, floppy slippers and shoes with slick soles can make you slip, stumble and fall. So can walking in your stocking feet.

• Have you fallen before?

4. R emove home hazards

• Could your health conditions cause a fall?

Take a look around your home. Your living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, hallways and stairways may be filled with hazards. To make your home safer:

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Ballyphehane Community Notice Board Friday 10th February @ the Beer Garden Turners Cross. Details from Noelle Feeney 4964055

items from the shelves in the van or can have items delivered to them in their houses. The van is wheelchair accessible. If you wish to avail of this service please contact John O’Leary on 4924934.

Housebound service

The unison Gospel Choir

O’Brien’s Spinners Kinsale Road Re-Union

Tory Top Library offers a housebound service to people in the community who cannot access the library. Items for borrowing include books, DVDs, video tapes and audio-books on CD or on cassette. This service is free of charge. The van, manned by library staff, calls to individual homes on a regular basis. Customers may select

The Unison Gospel Choir welcomes new members. Rehearsals resumed on Monday at 7.30 pm. Rehearsal room is over sacristy in Togher Church (down left side of church and up steps). Come along and enjoy singing gospel songs and spirituals.

The Lord Mayors Tea Dance is back......Cllr. Terry Shannon Lord Mayor of Cork will host the Tea Dance on Sunday afternoon 29th January 2012 from 3.00pm to 6.00pm in the City Hall , so get out those dancing shoes, and come along Tickets €6.00 available at Pro Musica, Oliver Plunkett Street, Cork.

Ballinlough Over 60’s Heat Date:Wednesday 15th February Time: 8.00pm. Venue: Ballinlough Community Centre Entrance: €5.00 For the competition to be a success we need contestants! Persuade your friends, family, or sign yourself up!! Contact Laura on 086-0829371 or Mary on 087-6748215 for more details. A great night of fun & entertainment is assured

Meals on Wheels Drivers and kitchen helpers urgently needed to keep this service going. Can you spare 2 hours once every 2 weeks? Please call in or ring Ballinlough Community Centre 4294021 betwen 10.30-11.30am any morning, you can also ring Breda 4291206 or Marie 4292364

Ballinlough Gramophone Recital Thursday 26th. January at 8.00pm in the Pastoral Centre. Presenter on the night will be Denis O’Callaghan Everyone welcome

Ballinlough Youth Church Choir Calling all singers and musicans If you are between 11 and 14 years old. If you can spare one hour on Mondays evenings, and want to be part of a ensemble to perform at Sunday Masses, this is for you! Rehearsals Monday’s 5.00p.m. to 6.00p.m. in the Pastoral Centre (next to Church). All Welcome.

Ballinlough Writers Group The next meeting of the Ballinlough Writers Group will be held in John O’Sullivan’s (Board Room), Douglas on Friday 17th February at 5.30 pm. The Ballinlough Writers Group meets on the 3rd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. We look forward to seeing you there.

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Things to do This Week (As snowdrops, crocus, daffodil’s and spring flowers are beginning to make an appearance it’s not any harm to put some grit around them to prevent any snails, who are never far away, from doing any damage. This article might give you a few ideas. Now not everything in this article may apply to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week.

Flower Garden

Greenhouse

Check the supports of climbers, repair if necessary and treat with preservative. Take root cuttings of perennials such as phlox, anchusa, Japanese anemones and oriental poppies. Continue planting deciduous trees and shrubs when soil conditions are suitable. Feed early-flowering perennials with bonemeal or general fertiliser.

Sow sweet peas in small pots in gentle heat. Sow cucumbers and melons for growing in heated greenhouses. Sow an early leek variety and prick out into trays. Sow round carrots in clusters in modules for planting out unthinned. Sow alpine strawberries in gentle heat, prick out into small pots and plant in May for a crop this year.

Kitchen Garden Plant new rhubarb crowns in wellprepared soil. Sow hardy broad beans and round-seeded peas under cloches. Feed onion sets and seedlings sown in Autumn with a high-nitrogen fertiliser. Sow lettuce, carrots, turnips and radishes in a soil-based cold frame.

Lawns & Hedges Prune overgrown hedges to 30cm (12in) below final size to allow for re-growth. Finish laying turf by end of the month for rapid establishment. Start preparing sites for sowing new lawns in the Spring.

Water Garden Use a net to clear any floating leaves and plant debris from the surface.

In General Repair and sharpen tools ready for Spring cultivation. Hoe or handweed generally, especially in a mild season when weeks start growth early.

The Way of Things “The Circle will not be mended as long as the People war among themselves. It will not be mended as long as we try to mend the Sacred Circle with broken Circles. We all need to pray on this...” Gary Armstrong (Famous Quotes of North American Indians)

About Organic Gardening and Why it Should Matter to You The definition of organic depends on your focus, but some define it as of, relating to, or derived from living organisms. The chemist’s version uses the word to designate carbon compounds, and that also plays into our garden. But what do most people think of when you say organic? Another definition is simple, healthful, close to nature. Sure, that part fits too. Yet another definition is constituting an integral part of a whole. So what have we got? Organic gardening is a simple healthful way to convert living organisms into carbon compounds in a way that considers the whole of nature and its integral place in that scheme. There, all the definitions in one sentence.

Sounds good, but what does Organic Gardening mean? When man started farming and raising plants, organic was all there was. You

put humus (partial/fully decomposed plant or animal material) back into the soil to maintain fertility and you farmed until the soil gave out. But farming was at the subsistence level, so not a big deal; they moved on when the soil gave out. Mass Production Comes to the Farm Then as farming became organized, we didn’t want to move around as much. People learned to rotate crops and use green manures and leave fallow areas to help keep the soil healthy. Fast forward to modern times: With the Industrial Revolution came a mass move to the cities and very few people producing most of the food. The tractor answered the biggest part of the labour issue and deep ploughing helped with fertility, but fertilization was still very labour intensive as it required huge quantities of manure to get the yields to feed burgeoning cities.

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Carrigaline Community News Carrigaline Set Dancing New dancers are heading down every week to the Carrigaline GAA on Thursday night from 9-11pm for some Ceili and set dancing. “Fionan is a great teacher, he just gets you up dancing so easily and it’s great craic,” one of the new dancers was saying. You don’t have to be Michael Flatley to get Ceili Fit! Enquiries to Fionan on 087 818 5111 or ceilifit@gmail.com

Special Mass For The Sick To mark the Feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes a special mass for the sick will be celebrated at 11.30 am on Saturday 11th February in the Church of Our Lady and St John, Carrigaline. Everybody is welcome to attend especially family who may have a member with an illness at present. Anybody needing transport to and from the Mass please contact Ber in the Parish Centre phone 4371109. All are welcome to meet in the Parish Centre after Mass for a chat and a cup or tea or coffee.

SCÓR Minane Bridge is the venue for the South East final of Scór Sinsear, which takes place on this Friday 27th January at 8.00pm. A good night’s entertainment is in store by all accounts. Ballinspittle is the venue for the first Scór na bPáistí semi final on Friday 3rd February at 7.00pm while

the Marian Hall, Ballinhassig will host the second semi final on Saturday 11th at 2.30pm. This competition is open to all National School children in the Carrigdhoun division. Contact Sheila Murphy 021 4888 103 or Barry Cogan 087 813 7990.

Pioneer Collection The annual church gate collection of the Carrigaline Pioneers takes place this weekend Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January. Funds raised go towards the running expenses of the local centre and the upkeep of the National Pioneer Total Abstinence Association.

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An 0ige Adult Swimming Club Celebrating 10 Years meet every Thur. from now till July @ 9.30pm. in the An Carrig Health & Leisure Club Carrigaline Members €3,Guests €5 per. Night. Thur. 15 Sep. Gym night @ 8.30pm. followed by swim @ 9.30pm. New members welcome. www.anoige.ie Michael mob.0872717897

Colour is Magic An activity group for Pre-School Children (Parent / Guardian supervision essential). A morning of painting, sticky time, playdough, crafts, playtime, singing & dancing, refreshments Carrigaline Community Complex. Every Wed 10.00am -11.15am (Price 8 Euro per child, additional Children 6 Euro).No need to book, just turn up Contact Sinead. 021 4832060 086 062 7192

Scór Na Bpáistí 2012 Scór is the cultural side of the GAA that promotes our national culture over the winter months through competition. Scór na bPáistí is open to all children attending national school. This year, 2012, in the Carrigdhoun division, we are asking that all national schools in the division be represented and showcase their talent. The two South East semi finals of Scór na bPáistí will

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Legion Of Mary The Carrigaline Legion of Mary meets every Tuesday night from 8.00 pm to 9.00pm in the Parish Centre and new members are always welcome.

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The next Carrigaline Céilí Mór takes place in the GAA Pavilion on Saturday week 4th February. Please note the change of date. Music will be by Con Herbert and Mountain Road Céilí Band from Sliabh Luachra. For further information contact Barry Cogan 087 813 7990

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take place on Friday 3rd February in Ballinspittle GAA Hall at 7.00pm and Saturday 11th February in the Marian Hall Ballinhassig at 2.30 pm. The Final of the South East will take place on Sunday the 26th February in Riverstick at 2.30 pm. Scór na bPáistí is composed of 10 categories: Each school in the division is entitled to be represented in all categories: Figure Dancing, Solo Dancing (Soft shoe Reel), Solo Singing, Music Group (2 to 5 persons), Solo Music, Recitation, Ballad group (3 to 5 persons), Novelty act (10 minutes 2 to 8 persons), Set dancing and the Quiz (Group questions - Written answers - 3 per team). Enquiries Sheila Murphy 4888103 or Barry Cogan 087 813 7990.

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Young @ Heart by Phil Goodman

Many thanks for all the good wishes and encouragement I received going forward to Cork Person of the Year “I was truly honoured to even be nominated not for myself but for what the Young at Heart has achieved, what inspired and motivated me to establish the Young at Heart was the need to alleviate the sense of isolation and loneliness that people were experiencing, these emotions can be extremely frightening for older people and I was determined to do my utmost to help, I sincerely hope that I have improved peoples lives and will continue to do so, there are many volunteers in the Young at Heart who all aspire to reach out a helping hand to those that need it . In the coming weeks we hope to extend the Care -Ring service to home visits, if anyone would like to be a part of this project it is a commitment of just 1 or 2 hours a month, give me a call if interested , The over 60s singing competition takes place on 20th March if you would like to represent Douglas in the competition you can contact me on 4363867, also coming up is Annual Waltzing competition where competitors will dance for the Douglas Village Perpetual Trophy, also in March is Lifelong Learning Festival we have different events including the Annual intergenerational quiz with the students from Douglas Community School, on each team there will be two older people and two students pitting there skill and knowledge to win the credit union Perpetual Trophy, also part of Life long Learning week we have a Historical Tour of Douglas accompanied by Historian Cllr Kieran McCarthy that date is 30th of March, and of course we must not forget the Easter Bonnet competition get cracking on those costumes ,Tea Dance in City Hall on Sunday next at 3pm will be a wonderful afternoon of song and dance if you need tickets give me a call ,

Counting down to the Young at Heart Cruise on 5th may we will visit ,Rome ,Florence ,Corsica ,etc ,ifinterested give me a call , Had a call from producer and director “no it was not Stephen Speilgberg “who is doing a film called ,GRANNY ,they are looking for 12 extras to take part from the our group, Hollywood here we come “”call me if you want to a STAR, film will be filmed in Fountainstown in February ,and all will receive a CD of the film when it is made . Happy Birthday to Anne Horgan who is 21 again Sincere sympathy to the Martin family on the passing of their beloved dad.

Up-coming events Mon 11- 12 walk in the park, Mon 1 - 4 Care-ring in the community hall, Mon 2 - 4 Painting for beginners in the GAA hall, Tues 2 - 4 knitting group in the shopping centre, Weds Log on and learn in the community school, Weds 2 - 4 bingo in the Line house, Thurs 11 - 12 Tai -Chi in the library, Thurs 3 - 5 indoor bowls in the boys national school, 29th Jan tea dance in the City hall, 8TH Feb Lord mayors reception in the City hall 6:30 - 8:30

Thought for today “Things are never so bad that they can’t be made worse” Cherish your yesterdays dream your tomorrows But be young at heart And live your today’s

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Soccer Nostalgia ( by Finbarr Buckley ) Nicky’s Irish cap is well worth the sixty year wait! NICKY HAYES, the former Evergreen Utd. left-back, recently received his Ireland amateur cap over sixty years after representing his country against The Gold Coast at Dalymount Pk. on Wednesday, August 22nd 1951. Nicky, who is one of the few remaining survivors of the only all-Cork 1953 FAI Cup Final between Evergreen & Cork Athletic, was overjoyed when he opened his post on Wednesday, January 18th last to find his international cap enclosed. ‘ I couldn’t believe it ,’ was the initial response of the lively 86 six-year-old who was twenty-five when he lined out along side fellow Corkonians, Evergreen team-mate Joe Conway & the Cork Athletic pair of Johnny Vaughan & Frankie Hennessy. ‘Money was very tight in those days, and honouring players with ‘caps’ maybe wasn’t the done thing.’ He began his career with Western Rovers before playing a major role in the foundation of Albert Rovers in the aftermath of the war years. Following Evergreen Utd.’s election to the League of Itreland in 1951/52, he quickly established himself in Cork’s second premier team, alongside established stars Big Seanie McCarthy & Con ‘Brasso’ McCarthy. Despite losing out to Mick Taylor in the run up to the ’53 Cup Final, he did have the honour of replacing his team-mate in the final replay at Dalymount on Wednesday, April 29th 1953.

But undoubtedly, the highlight of his playing career remains his representative honour against the touring Southern African XI, who outplayed the hosts before losing by the odd goal in seven. ‘I remember out trainer, Dougie Livingstone telling us to take it easy as the tourists played in their bare feet, with only a bandage covering the toes and a heel pad over the ankles.’ With the sides level at the interval, Waterford’s Danny Fitzgerald having opened the scoring & Darbah equalizing for the visitors, Livingstone quickly informed his charges to get ‘stuck in’ such was the speed and confident touch of their opponents. In the second-half Fitzgerald & Gespar exchanged goals before Vaughan & Fitzgerald stretched the hosts lead. Cape Coast’s striker MacAuley finished the scoring with nine minutes remaining. Hayes took up refereeing along with brother Frank & team-mate Derry Barrett when his playing career finished, going on to become a popular assessor in the seventies. His family wishes to thank the following for their encouragement and support in acquiring his cap : Gary & Bernard Spain who sourced the original match programme, the late Castleview international Davy Morris , whose acquisition of his own cap kickstarted the process, the staff of Cork City Council’s Central Library local history dept. & FAI staff members Philip Behan & Dennis Cruise.

Bye for now Phil

500-Year-Old parachute Leonardo da Vinci wrote in a notebook in 1485, “If a man is provided with a length of gummed linen cloth with a length of 12 yards on each side and 12 yards high. he can jump from any great height whatsoever without any injury.” Alongside was his sketch of how such a cloth might look ( a pyramid shaped parachute). A few week ago, over Mpumalanga province in South Africa, British skydiver Adrian Nicholas was strapped into an exact replica of Leonardo’s design, and lifted to 3 km by a hot air balloon. Parachutists and experts in aerodynamics had predicted that the canvas pyramid would fail. In the event, the 85-kg contraption worked remarkably well -floating so gently for 2.13km before Nicholas switched to a conventional parachute for the final drop that accompanying parachutists had to slow down to stay level. “It took one of the greatest minds who ever lived to design it,” said Nicholas, “but it took 500 years to find a man with a brain small enough to actually go and fly it.”

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47 jobs created in Ireland over the last 6 months by Renault French motor company Renault generated 47 jobs in Ireland over the last six months. The jobs were as a result of the launch of Renault Finance, the introduction of ZE ambassadors and the opening of two new dealerships. In August, Renault Finance saw 15 new jobs created in operations, finance and marketing roles. These positions are based at Renault Ireland’s HQ in Dublin, Renault Finance which is headed up by Alessandro Garzia, Managing Director RCI Banque Ireland. In September, following a nationwide recruitment campaign in July to find a number of electric vehicle ambassadors, Renault announced 8 new recruits. These ambassadors are dedicated to the Renault range of electric vehicles and will help to build awareness and assist customers in making informed choices. Also

as part of their responsibilities, the EV Ambassadors will manage internal training, marketing, leads development and network development amongst others. Based in key dealerships around the country, these ambassadors will play a crucial part in the launch of Renault electric range of vehicles. November saw the opening of two brand new premises; Tullamore Motors in Offaly and Dennehy Motors in Limerick. The two new premises will see 24 new jobs created over the next 12 months which is great news for both counties. The new dealerships offer a first class service in new Renault vehicle sales, Renault parts sales, car servicing, contract hire and leasing. They will provide a full range of Renault passenger and commercial vehicles along with the new Renault ZE range that launched in November.

Eric Basset, Renault Ireland Managing Director:

“These are good news stories for Ireland in these difficult times. We are delighted to welcome RCI Banque, the ZE ambassadors and the two new Renault dealerships. We are pleased to help create much needed employment in a sector that has suffered so badly over the past number of years. All in all this is good news for Renault and a well needed boost to the Irish workforce”.

QUOTATION “I am dying with the help of too many physicians”. Alexander The Great (356-323 BC) Quoted in Evan Esar (ed.), Treasury of Humorous Quotations

Christmas Memories! An elderly couple is sitting together watching television. During the commercials, the husband asked his wife, “Whatever happened to our sexual relations?” After a long thoughtful silence, the wife replied, “You know, I don’t know. I don’t even think we got a Christmas card from them last year.

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A Record 185 attend the Sales Institute January Breakfast Workshop

role that businesses are playing in our economic recovery.

The Sales Institute of Ireland Munster Region enjoyed a record attendance at its interactive Breakfast Workshop this week at the Imperial Hotel. The event was supported by AIB and one hundred and eighty five business people turned up to hear what two of Ireland’s leading sales consultants, Dermot McConkey MD, McConkey Development & Training. and Frank Rock, Director, Harvest Resources had to say about how to address the negativity and defeatism permeating the business climate in Ireland today.

Sandra Murray, Manager of ISS Hygiene Services said “The atmosphere was very upbeat and energetic and a fantastic way to get 2012 off the ground – and the best part is I‘m leaving with lots of ideas my sales team and I can put into practice today” she added.

The focus was on identifying new business opportunities in 2012 and how to protect and keep customers in a tough economic and highly competitive environment. Both consultants dispensed a complete toolkit of practical ideas, tips and techniques designed to kick-start a successful New Year sales drive. This event was proudly sponsored by AIB and further strengthens the partnership between AIB and the Sales Institute of Ireland. John O’Doherty, Regional Director AIB Cork welcomed the attendants to the event and reinforced the vital

Hugh Griffin, Chairman of the Sales Institute was delighted with the turnout. “This sales workshop is exactly what the business community in Cork needs” he said afterwards.”The sales profession is at the very heart of business and we need to engage and motivate our sales people to get out there and perform to their maximum potential. The high attendance bears testimony to the huge appetite for good news and we have to foster a positive mindset. Events like these” he added “provide a platform for professional sales people to share ideas, develop networks and, most importantly, to sharpen their selling skills”

• AIB Business Seminar at the Clarion Hotel.

The Sales Institute website www. salesinstitute.ie gives details of further seminars and events in Cork • At the SAles Institute of Ireland Business Breakfast at the Imperial Hotel were L to R., Joy Henerbry, Cork 96FM, John O’Doherty, Regional Director AIB, Hugh Griffin, Chairperson Sales Institute of Ireland, Munster Branch, Vincent Scanlon, Chairperson Marketing Institute of Ireland, Frank Rock, Director, Harvest the People Development Specialists, (Guest Speaker) and Dermot Mc Conkey, Sales Trainer and Keynote Speaker (Guest Speaker. Picture, Tony O’Connell Photography.

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Kinsale Set Dancing Come along for a great night of ceol and craic, get Ceili Fit™, meet a few new people and maybe learn to dance at the same time. No previous experience is required and you don’t have to have a dance partner either. They’re all getting in to it, so why not you! Enquiries to Fionan on 087 818 5111 or ceilifit@gmail.com • John Ryan Certification Europe, Pat Mehigan Tyndall National Institute, Ciarán O’Malley Certification Europe and Clair Orford Certification Europe after Tyndall National Institute at UCC received certification under the ISO 50001 (Energy Management System) standard, and is one of the first research institutes of its kind in the world to receive this award. ISO 50001 is an international standard for energy management which assists organisations in their drive for energy efficiency, reduced consumption, a lower carbon footprint and lower costs. Pic Michael Mac Sweeney/Provision

Words of Wisdom “Computers, in the future, may weigh no more than 1.5 tons.” --Popular Mechanics, forecasting the relentless march of science, 1949.

Coffee Morning for those Bereaved or Affected by Suicide First Tuesday of every month @ 10.30 - !2am in The Boardwalk, Lapps Quay Cork City. Teas Coffee and scones are complementary. All are welcome and you may bring spouse, sibling or friend/s. The coming together of those similarly bereaved can offer the opportunity to gain strength and understanding from individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one through suicide. For more information please do not hesitate to contact Collette on 087/2750355 or Brigit on 087/6310482

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This Saturday Fred Cooke takes to the stage at the City Limits supported by Ross Brown, Cyril B and Neil Hickey. Doors are 9pm and admission is 15 euros. Fred Cooke has rapidly become one of Irelands best he simply cannot be imitated. Fred writes and performs for Republic of Telly, The Cafe (as The Crazy Chef), & Watch Your Language (The Mad Professor). He has also regularly been the warm-up act for many different television chat shows including The Late Late Show and The Podge and Rodge Show. He even played the main role as Fergus in a series of recent Spar ads – seen as one of the country’s most successful advertising campaigns of the last ten years. The internet is awash with rumours of a new Blur album being in the works this morning with the news that former Blur collaborator William Orbit is to enter the studio with Damon Albarn this week. Orbit, a music producer, has worked with Blur in the past on 13, the last Blur album to feature Graham Coxon and wrote on his Twitter page about musician Fatoumata Diawara: “I just found out that she [Diawara] has done tracks with Damon A, who I’m in studio with from Wednesday!” Further weight has given to these rumours when another Tweet was sent by Orbit to Coxon saying: “Hi Graham! Loving the guitars you laid down! Vocal session March 3!” Blur have confirmed that they will perform at the Brit Awards next month, where they will receive the Outstanding Contribution To Music Award on February 21st. The original Sugababes, who formed in 1998, are back together and are already recording a new album. With the news that the current Sugababes members are on an indefinite break, Keisha Buchanan, Mutya Buena and Siobhán Donaghy have reformed. The girls were in a recording studio last week working on a new track written by Brit Award winner Emeli Sandé and producer Naughty Boy. According to reports, the track is called Love Like This and part of the lyrics go: “Won’t hold my breath again, I still remember when I gave you my heart and it turned out irrelevant.

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“Back on the medicine, back in the thick of it, it’s here in the room but we don’t talk about the elephant.” Apparently the girls are planning on gathering enough new material for an album before securing an album deal with the help of their new manager, Felix Howard. Meanwhile speaking about the current Sugababes Heidi Range said of herself and bandmates Amelle Berrabah and Jade Ewen that they have no plans to record together but they haven’t officially split and are firm friends. She said: “The Sugababes have got no plans for anything at the moment. Nothing. It’s a break. There are no plans at all for the future. I’ve loved having some time out from the band.” As part of RTÉ’s TV50 celebrations, the RTÉ TV Documentary Unit and Filmbase are launching Doc on the Box: a forwardlooking initiative designed to encourage a fresh, emerging voice in video documentary direction and production. The competition (open to over-18s) offers a single, three-month contract to one individual to produce, direct and deliver a 25-minute, original video documentary story that is aimed at a twenty-something audience for RTÉ prime-time television broadcast. The successful applicant will display a sense of directorial vision, they will also have DV or other camera experience as well as an understanding of video production: from prep to shoot, editing to delivery. The production will be mentored by an RTÉ Executive Producer. An optional information morning will be held at Filmbase, Curved Street, Temple Bar, Dublin 2, on Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 10am to 1pm. Bookings for the morning can be made via telephone: (01)6796716 or email: clare@ filmbase.ie. Doc on the Box guidelines and more information can be accessed through http:// www.rte.ie/tv/doconthebox/ or www.filmbase.ie/doconthebox. Deadline for submissions closes 5pm Friday March 2, 2012.

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Gig Guide Thursday 26 Lamp / Echogram / Zombie Computer / DJ Ashley Keating & Michael Carr 8pm, Crane Lane Clap Your Hands Say Yeah! 9pm, The Pavilion Elevens 9pm, The Roundy Hothouse Big Band 9.30pm, The Oliver Plunkett Friday 27 Seamus Matthews 7pm, The Oliver Plunkett Art Crimes 9pm, The Roundy Hot Guitars 10.30pm, The Oliver Plunkett Big Generator Reardens Saturday 28 “alan & The accident”; 21:30 @The LV bar” Cork citywith full band; ADM: Free Lee Sessions 5pm, The Oliver Plunkett Shakedown 10.30pm, The Oliver Plunkett Hermitage Green 12am, The Oliver Plunkett Sunday 29 The Roaring Forties 3pm, The Oliver Plunkett The Idle Hour 11.30pm, Crane Lane Happy Dayz Reardens

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Rathcormac Set Dancing A great crowd of set dancers have been coming along to the Rathcormac Inn on a Wednesday night from 8.30pm to 10.30pm. “The best exercise and fun I’ve had in years,” one dancer commented. Set dancing is a great way of shifting a few inches, learning a new life skill and getting fit while enjoying yourself. You don’t have have much dance experience to have a great night and you don’t have to have a own dance partner either. So why not come along next Wednesday and try it for yourself. Enquiries to Fionan on 087 818 5111 or ceilifit@gmail.com

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February 3rd at 8pm. Guests artists include Louise O’Sullivan (Mezzo), Carol Kennedy (Soprano), Michael Lawlor (Tenor) and Emma Kate Tobia (Soprano). Tickets are €15. and are in aid of the Marymount Hospice and St Annes Church Castlemartyr which is a very worthy cause. Tickets or further information is available from Lottie West 021 4667311 or 087 9240021

Midleton Hillwalking club The Midleton Hillwalking club are presently expanding. Now seeking new members for all grades of walks. check club website www. midletonhillwalkers.com or facebook Midleton hillwalking club. Tel 087 6464115

Eat It, Drink It, Slurp It And Help Make Hunger History! Food entrepreneurs, Cully & Sully have joined Gorta – the Freedom from Hunger Council of Ireland to announce that National Soup Week will run from March 5 -11 next. ‘Soup for Life’, Gorta’s annual fundraising campaign encourages people to get out and sip some soup to help make hunger history. Pictured at the launch in Ballymaloe Cookery School were Deirdre Kingston and Maggie Dwyer from Gorta and Cullen Allen and Colum O’Sullivan from Cully & Sully. Cully & Sully are loyal supporters of ‘Soup for Life’ and have pledged for the second year in a row to donate 5c

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G.A.A. FOCUS By Pat Harrington Snippets from the local and National Scene Hurling Championship Draw

The draws for the senior hurling championship has thrown up some interesting pairings. Glen Rovers and St. Finbarrs is a hugely traditional fixture which in times past would have drawn huge crowds. But times have moved on and competition from other sports has seen attendances dwindle. Clubs now have three chances to progress, meaning they can lose two games and still go forward. The Glen have been most impressive in recent years, reaching a county final in 2010. The Barr’s had a fine win against Érin’s Own last year but failed miserably in their next outing. It may have been just a slip on the day but The glen look to be more likely winners.

Midleton vs. Bishopstown

Midleton are now very similar to what the Bishopstown were a few years ago – winning both minor and under 21 county titles. For some reason the town have disappointed since then, making little or no impact. The East Cork side to progress here. Cloyne vs. Sarsfields

Cloyne certainly surprised me last year with the progress made. Sars have been the kingpins over the past few years and have a new manager this year in Pat Ryan. This is of course a local derby and is not to be look on as a foregone conclusion. I’d favour Sars here this time. Newtownshandrum vs. Killeagh

The Baron is back as manager but Newtown’s problem is the number

Grangevale AFC League AUL 1A Rathcoole 0 – Grangevale 2

Grangevale bounced back from the 2-3 defeat to Crescent in last weeks City Cup game with a deserved 2-0 victory over Rathcoole Rovers in Cooney Park on Saturday afternoon. Birthday boy Paul O’Halloran started in goal and was protected by a back four of Dan Cronin, Keith O’Callaghan, Shane Kennedy and Colin McSweeney. Damo O’Callaghan, John Harris, Ross Farrell and Colin Murphy (C) made up the midfield with Dave O’Connor and Mark Hackett up front. Top scorer Adam Cann was unavailable for this fixture due to work commitments so Dave O’Connor got the nod to start alongside Hackett up front for this encounter. Rathcoole started brightly and should have gone one up after 6 minutes when their striker had an open goal but failed to make contact with the cross. This was a let off for The Vale and seemed to spur them into action. The soft underfoot conditions made this game difficult but when the lads managed to get a passing game going they looked very dangerous. In fact, the opener came from a great passage of passing

play in the 19th minute involving Harris, O’Callaghan, Farrell and Hackett, culminating in O’Connor finishing coolly. The Vale were unfortunate not to be 2-0 ahead soon after, but Hackett’s shot came back off the upright and was cleared. At half time it was all to play for. Rathcoole began the second half as per their tactics in the first, opting for the long ball on most occasions which the Grangevale defense were coping comfortably with. The second goal came thanks to great work on the left flank by O’Connor and Murphy was on hand to fire home from close range. Maher replaced Hackett and Holland was introduced to replace Farrell. The game got scrappy towards the end and unfortunately Holland was dismissed in the 88th minute for a second bookable offense. Despite being a man down, all the good play came from the visitors and Maher was unlucky to see a last minute effort go narrowly wide. The Vale were glad to hit the road home with all three points in the bag and ensure that they will still be in second place in the league table for next Sunday’s visit of Millstreet Celtic, kick off 10.45 in Grangevale Park.

of players they will have involved with the county. This is a distraction which can interfere with preparation. Killeagh have some talented players coming up but my opinion is it must be Newtown. Na Piarsaigh vs. Douglas

Na Piarsaigh will start the season with plenty of experience. Last year four of their six starting forwards were under 21. They can be a bit of an enigma at times. 2010 in the opening round against the Glen they were awesome, but failed to build on that display. Douglas on the other hand has too many dual players. In 2010 they seemed to be progressing nicely, reaching the semi-final. 2011 proved to be most disappointing as the squad failed to match the performances of

the previous year. The squad of 2012 will need to step up their play as big performances will be required of them. Three of the 2011 defence have to be replaced; perhaps some of last years minors might step up. Perhaps the Northsiders have more potential bur with the right mindset Douglas could surely rattle them. Seán O’Brien has been appointed coach to Na Piarsaigh. Seán is a former Midleton centre back and was part of a very successful team. He has coached Cork intermediate hurlers to two all-Ireland title as well as leading Blarney to County, Provisional and all-Ireland success, also at intermediate level. Carrigtwohill vs. DeCourceys

This could be an interesting clash.

Douglas Pitch & Putt Results: Due to the county board convention there was no threeball scramble last Sat.

Sunday Fourball: 1st Nett +16 Denis O’Regan, Finbarr O’Donnell. 2nd Nett +13 Tadgh Sheehan, Michael Dennehy. The County Leagues are starting this weekend with the Juvenile A vs Pfizer B @ Crosshaven and Juvenile B vs Pfizer A @ Crosshaven on Saturday at 2.00pm. Douglas Intermediate vs Collins @ E.S.B and Douglas Junior vs Collins A @ E.S.B on Sunday morning at 10.00am.The teams are: Juvenile A: Patrick Lee (Captain) Conor Irwin, Mark Hill, Colm Beirmingham, Sean Dunlea, Ben Lucey. Juvenile B: Tony O’Donoughue

(Captain) Cian Murnane, Cillian Dunlea, Graham Stack, David Harrington, Con Broderick. Intermediate: Brian Downey (Captain), Mark Crean, Ger Neiland, Colin O’Sullivan, Mark O’Donoughue, Kevin Murphy, Steven Noonan, Michael Dennehy. Junior: Joe O’Sullivan (Captain) Chris McCarthy, Barry Murphy, Shane Neiland, Keith Senior, John Ward, John Banks, Colin O’Callaghan Good luck to all teams in the County Leagues. Fixtures:

Saturday threeball Scramble 2.30pm Sunday Fourball 10.30am Wednesday Juvenile Fourball 3.15pm

Frankfield Golf Club Results: Weekly 59:

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College Corinthians AFC It was a great weekend for our three under 12 teams as they all recorded victories with our Premier side winning a seven goal thriller against Lakewood while Corinthians A & B squads both progressed in the opening round of the local Cup. Our Under 16 Premier and Under 17 A squads maintained their 100% league records with solid victories. Schoolboys Section Under 12 Premier Division Lakewood Ath. 3 Corinthian Boys 4

Corinthians started the game well and attacked from the start with some very good passing moves creating a number of chances, none of which were taken. All this pressure eventually paid off when a Conor Russell free kick which the keeper couldn’t hold was followed in by Rory Doyle and finished to the net. Lakewood equalised from a corner right on half time meaning it was all to do for the second half into a strong wind. To their credit Corinthians battled for everything from the start and were rewarded when a superb through ball from Conor Russell was seized upon by Rory Doyle and finished calmly to the net. This lead didn’t last long though as a clearance out of defence was volleyed into the air and looped over Colin O Mahony in the Corinthians goal giving him no chance. Corinthians showed a great attitude and determination from this point and a well worked passing move was finished to the net by Conor Fagan. Corinthians extended their lead a few mins later when Adam Coleman played in Daniel O Donovan who squared it to Conor Fagan to finish. The game had one last twist when Lakewood scored from another corner with the last kick of the game. Patrick Buckley, Padraig Nash, Mark Cronin and Colin O Mahony did well in a great squad performance. Local Cup Kanturk 0 Corinthian Boys A 5

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Corinthian Boys B 2 Carrigaline A 2 (Cors won 5-3 on pens)

Corinthians B won a very exciting local Cup clash with Carrigaline A in dramatic circumstances as they squeezed through in a penalty shoot out. Playing with a strong wind in the first half Corinthians led 2-0 nil at the break but Carrigaline fought back scoring twice to force the game into extra time which brought no further goals. Under 16 Premier Division Corinthian Boys 2 Blarney Utd. 0

Corinthians made it twelve league wins out of twelve with this latest victory over Blarney. It certainly wasn’t easy as Corinthians struggled to turn possession into goals against a well organized Blarney side. The breakthrough eventually came when Darren Black scored from close range and Vas added a second near the end. Corinthians now only need one more victory to clinch the Premier League title. Under 17 College Corinthians A 3 Douglas Hall 1

College Corinthians were lucky to win a tough contest with Douglas Hall looking sharper and hungrier for success. Corinthians scored within the first few minutes and scored again before half time to make it 2-0. Greg Barry got both goals. In the second half Douglas Hall playing with the wind hit the crossbar twice and scored a goal to make it 3-1. They missed some good opportunities and Kieran Dineen made some good saves for Corinthians.Jason Higgins scored in the second half to make it 3 for Corinthians. Best for Corinthians on the day Greg Barry,Gus Lewis and Jason Higgins and Brian O Leary Underage Section

After a slow start, Corinthians got into their stride when Adam Murphy scored the opener after 10 minutes. Up to that point Kanturk had the better of the play without creating any clear chances. Once Corinthians took the lead there was no way back for the home side. Corinthians scored again before the interval when Dylan Fenton broke onto a through ball and found the net before the Kanturk goalkeeper closed him down. In the second half two more goals, one each for Adam and Dylan closed out the game before Jack O’Sullivan finished the scoring

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with a great sole run and shot on goal. Other than the goal scorers, John O’Sullivan at right back played well, creating the third goal and Brian Freeman and Sam O’Sullivan on either wing played well.

Underage training takes place every weekend in Corinthians and new members are always welcome. Training times are as follows Saturday

Under Six & Seven (2005/2006: 12.30pm – 1.45pm Under Eight (2004):12.30pm – 1.45pm Under Nine (2003): 4.30pm – 5.45pm Sunday

Under Eleven (2001): 10.00am – 11.30am Under Ten (2002: 11.30am – 1.00pm

Please send your reports, results, fixture and notes to

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Douglas Hall FC by Finbarr Buckley

Umbro U-16 Division Three Park Utd. 5; Douglas Hall B 2

Despite going two up inside the opening half hour, the Hall were pegged back by a workmanlike home side who coped better with the blustery conditions in a lively encounter. Keeper Andrew Cullinane along with Ross O’Donoghue, Dara Murphy & Chris Brennan impressed for the visitors. Umbro U-16 Premier Douglas Hall 2; Mayfield Utd. 1

Jack Austin & McCarthy scored for the hosts in an entertaining contest, with Ben Collins & Adam O’Regan shining for the winners. Daly Industrial Supplies U-17 League 1A College Corinthians B 3; Douglas Hall 1

The Hall put up a brave performance against the runaway leaders at Castletreasure despite coming from two down at half-time though David O’Connor with the same player hitting the crossbar twice from long range free-kicks in the second-half. Eoghan O’Brien, Glenn Kenny, Peter McGivern, keeper Niall Hourihane & O’Connor were the Hall’s best in a battling team performance. St. Michael’s Cup semi-final

Douglas Hall 2; Knockraha 2 aet. (Knockraha won 2-1 on pens.)

The Hall’s poor luck in cup football continued with defeat at Moneygourney last Friday evening. Steve Barry & Paul Murphy were on target for the hosts. Beamish Stout Junior Premier Division Douglas Hall 1; Mayfield Utd. 1

John McCarthy scored for the Hall who continue to push for championship honours. Donie Forde Trophy Q-Final Everton 2; Douglas Hall 4

The Hall warmed up for next weekend’s trip to Malahide in the Umbro FAI Intermediate Cup by winning away at Everton Pk. last Sunday morning. Mark Reardan was among the scorers for the winners.

Douglas Hall Lotto Numbers 4-9-12 No Winner Next week’s jackpot €3,550

I.I.B.A. Short Mat Bowls Results and Fixtures (Cork Zone) by Michael J.O’Shaughnessy The draw for the second round of the Martha Treacy Cup took place recently and is as follows: Martha Treacy Cup Competition (Section 1):- D. Foley-St. Vincent’s versus P. McCarthy-Wilton, D. O’Sullivan-Grange/Frankfield ver J. Caplice-Mitchelstown, L. ConlonWatergrasshill ver J. O’DonoghueBallincollig GAA, P. Healy-Grange/ Frankfield ver J. Long-Barrs, G. Keane-Sacred Heart ver M. MurphySt. Mary’s, Carrigaline, I. Jeffery-St. Luke’s ver C. Watters-Cox’s Hall, R. Murphy-Barrs ver J. Cashman-Barrs and J. Ellis-Cox’s Hall versus C. Eadie-Highfield. (Section 2):- S. Wingate (D.C.S.) ver J. Liston-St. Michael’s, V. ToddCarrigaline Community ver H. FoleyMitchelstown, J. Kirby-Midleton ver P. O’Leary-Conna, H. Burrows-Wilton ver M. Bracken-I.C.I.C.Y.M.A., K. Middleton-Crosshaven ver M. HayesCarrigaline GAA, G. Ahern-Mallow ver C. Middleton-Crosshaven, M. Sisk-Ballincollig GAA ver A. TannerConna and M. O’Brien-Douglas GAA ver M. Cooney-Iona. Martha Treacy Plate Competition (Prelim/Round):A. WhelanSt. Michael’s ver P. Smyth-St. Finbarres, M. Nagle-Kinsale ver F.

Thompson-Ballincollig Community, J. Lynch-Carrigaline Community ver T.O’Keeffe-Midleton, P. O’ReillyBarrs ver D. Dennehy-Cathedral Parish, D. O’Mahony-Ballincollig GAA ver G. Allen-D.C.S. and P. Deasy-Douglas GAA ver H. ForbesSt. Mary’s. (Round 1):- R. FoottI.C.I.C.Y.M.A. ver B. Stack-Grange/ Frankfield, B. Logan-I.C.I.C.Y.M.A. ver J. Geary-Glounthaune, K. Coleman-Mitchelstown ver J. Noonan-Carrigaline GAA, N. Murphy-Little Island ver A. CaseyWatergrasshill, J. Howard-Douglas GAA ver N. Fagan-St. Luke’s, T. McCarthy-D.C.S. ver M. CanningGlounthaune, T. Burke-Carrigaline Community ver E. StrokerB.E.D.A., S. Hammond-Barrs ver E. Bannon-Little Island, M. Buckley –Ballincollig Community ver D. Cahill-Mitchelstown, N. McCarthyIona ver D. Mulcahy-Carrigtwohill, P. Linehan-Mallow ver H. LivingstonHighfield, E. Fitzsimmons-D.C.S. ver G. Ryan-Carrigaline GAA and B. Dineen-Conna versus P.O’ReillyMidleton. Fixtures: Cork Zone (I.I.B.A.) Championships on Sunday 29th January 2012 in St. Anthony’s School Hall, commencing at 2-00p.m.

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