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Amazing Facts The longest time between two twins being born is 87 days. The world’s deepest postbox is in Susami Bay in Japan. It’s 10 metres underwater. In 2007, an American man named Corey Taylor tried to fake his own death in order to get out of his mobile phone contract without paying a fee. (It didn’t work.) In 1923, jockey Frank Hayes won a race at Belmont Park in New York despite being dead!! He suffered a heart attack mid-race, but his body stayed in the saddle until his horse crossed the line for a 20–1 outsider victory. Everyone has a unique tongue print, just like fingerprints. Most Muppets are left-handed. (Because most Muppeteers are right-handed, so they operate the head with their favoured hand.) Casu marzu is a Sardinian cheese that contains live maggots. The loneliest creature on Earth is a whale who has been calling out for a mate for over two decades. The spikes on the end of a stegosaurus’ tail are known among paleontologists as the “thagomizer” During World War II, the crew of the British submarine HMS Trident kept a fully grown reindeer called Pollyanna aboard their vessel for six weeks (it was a gift from the Russians). The northern leopard frog swallows its prey using its eyes — it uses them to help push food down its throat by retracting them into its head. The first man to urinate on the moon was Buzz Aldrin, shortly after stepping onto the lunar surface. In 1567, the man said to have the longest beard in the world died after he tripped over his beard running away from a fire. The first American film to show a toilet being flushed on screen was Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho. In 2008 scientists discovered a new species of bacteria that lives in hairspray. The top of the Eiffel Tower leans away from the sun, as the metal facing the sun heats up and expands. It can move as much as 7 inches. There is a single mega-colony of ants that spans three continents, covering much of Europe, the west coast of the U.S., and the west coast of Japan.

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Douglas Writers Group The next meeting of the Douglas Writers Group will be held in John O'Sullivan's (Business Centre), Douglas on Friday 13th June at 5.30 pm. The Douglas Writers Group meets on the 2nd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. Open Garden Open Garden at Underwood, Rochestown, Sat. May 24th. A public car park is nearby. The band, “Ré Nua”, who will be performing from 2.30 to 5pm, have a great line-up of songs ready to entertain us, and Bill, our plants man, has been nursing along bedding plants for our Plants Table.

The winner was the Cork Stroke Support Group. The overall winner was the Friday Morning Drop-in Club. Finally, there was an Overall Award winner from the 100+ clubs represented, and that went to the Down Syndrome Cork group who have 360 member families throughout Cork. Helen Fox Douglas Playgroup and Pre-School News Update Douglas Community Playschool and Preschool are taking bookings for September 2014.

Teddy Bears Picnic The Good Lord smiled on the Teddy Bears Picnic in the Douglas Community Park last Sunday. What started as a dull overcast day turned into a lovely sunny afternoon that generated a large crowd who enjoyed themselves to the hilt. It was a wonderful evening of family entertainment that offered many worthwhile uplifting moments for all ages. Well done to the organisers! Lord Mayor's Awards Lord Mayor's Community Awards, at City Hall, on Wed. 7th on 2014It was great seeing over 100 voluntary community groups attend the Lord Mayor's 11th annual Community Awards Ceremony in City Hall recently, honouring volunteerism throughout the city. Three groups were short-listed, Blackpool Youth Club, Togher Family Centre, and Surf 2 Heel which organizes surﬁng for Autistic children. The second category, Community and Neighbourhood Services short listed groups were Eating Disorder Centre Cork( EDCC) in Cork, a limited company founded by the HSE with over 100 volunteers, Blackpool Action Group who work to integrate the Roma community, and Friends of Marymount who raise 2.4 million every year. (Current fund-raising committee chairman is our local community guard in Douglas, Dan Cowman). The Eating Disorder Centre won. The third category, Arts & Culture short-list was Comhaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann (there are 400 groups all over the world); Mayﬁeld Arts Group who provide art for Down Syndrome children; Next Step – which provides help for people with mental health problems including Art Therapy. The fourth category was Sport and the short list was Hollyhill Lady's Football Club, The Kayak Club (www.Kayakclub.com), and The Sundays Well Swimming Club. The winner was the Hollyhill Lady's Football & Soccer Club. PAGE 4 PAGE 8

Kenny O’Donovan and Helen Fox razing it up at the Open Garden 2013

Dear Reader, You may have noticed a few changes to the Douglas Post over the last few issues. You may also have noticed that this weeks edition is a little lighter than normal. The reason for this is because the Douglas Post is undergoing a few changes, we have spoken to you, our readers and our advertisers and asked you what it is you want in a community magazine. We’ve listened to your answers and we are in the process of relaunching a new improved Douglas Post, we’ve started already, with the Fashion Post, the Food Post, The History Post, 20 Questions and some crazy facts. We’ve made it more colourful, easier to read, we’ve added a bigger sports section, more photos and more articles... But we’re only getting started. We hope you’re enjoying the changes we’ve made and enjoy what’s to come.

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YOUNG AT HEART With Phil Goodman Negative events can loom large unless you consciously balance them out. When you are faced with challenges it's important to take stock of what is going well. Thinking about the good in your life can help balance the negative. The core needs for individuals is very simple, safety/security, sense of belonging and creation of a meaningful life. Life is a journey, obstacles and wrong turns will happen. See these as an opportunity for learning and further growth. We were transported to Broadway with the ladies from Douglas I.C.A putting on a Drama on the life of Delia Murphy. What a performance from the very talented Douglas Guild. The show was the brainchild of June McCarthy. What talent she had to choose from, Rose Lee played the part of Delia Murphy. She was spectacular as was all the cast. Marion, who is president of Douglas I.C.A Guild, played Delia's mother was superb in that role, as was everyone who took part. Well done to all who took part and gave us a night to remember. Put the show on again before too long and rest assured you would ﬁll the hall once again. The computer class for beginners starts back in September. These classes are hugely beneﬁcial for our older people, as it enables them to keep in touch with family and friends at home and abroad. It also enables people to keep up with technology ensuring they are not left behind. These classes are on a one to one with the students of the Douglas Community School. We wish all students who are sitting their Junior Cert and Leaving Cert all the best with their exams. We are off to Bord Gais Theatre to see the musical “Singing in The Rain”, which is getting rave reviews, on May the 28th and visiting Glasnevin Cemetery and Botanic Gardens the following day. If interested give me a call on 4363867. We also have a trip to the Maritime College on June the 24th. Hope we have good weather to enjoy the weekly trips we have put in place for the summer months. Upcoming Events Wed May 28th Visit to Glasnevin Cemetery and the Botanic Gardens Tues June 3rd Naval Base Tues June 8th Final over 60s City Hall Tues June 10th Mount St Joseph Abbey Roscrea Tues June 17th Kennedy Homestead Wexford Tues June 24th Maritime College Mon June 30th to 4th of July Galway Bay Hotel Tues July 8th Sherkin Island Tues July 15th Killarney Cherish your yesterdays, Dream your tomorrow, But be young at heart, And live your todays. Bye for now, Phil ISSUE#1021-1022 ISSUE#1019-1020

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Your News and Views Heroic Cat

Dear Editor, I'm delighted that Tara the Cat's heroic act in saving a Californian toddler from an attacking dog was caught on camera and has been viewed by millions worldwide. What a well deserved and long overdue PR boost for cats. Throughout history cats have been maligned, misunderstood, and persecuted by people who just didn't understand these unique creatures and their place in the scheme of things. During the witch craze in Europe countless thousands of them were burned for being “familiars” of the alleged female dabblers in black or white magic. In ancient Rome they were punished in accordance with a different but equally silly superstition. Unfortunately they are still suffering as a result of man's ignorance and inhumanity. Today there are more than 200,000 feral cats in Ireland, thanks in large part to a failure on the part of some cat owners to spay or neuter them. They have little protection under anti-cruelty Legislation, with trapping and killing of non-domestic cats an increasing source of concern to animal welfare groups. Domestic and feral cats alike are forced to serve as bait in training sessions organised by dog fighting and hare coursing gangs, the animals' tougher skin deemed an advantage in teasing and blooding the dogs. Cats deserve a break. Tara's high profile act of heroism may have grabbed the world headlines, but cats are beneficial to humans in other ways too. They keep mice and rats at bay, and apart from being the most lovable companions they bring comfort especially to people living alone. They can literally help to preserve one's sanity. While I'm sure all good doggies go to Heaven it wouldn't be much of a place if Tara and the other cats of this world didn't get in there too! Who's to say that God isn't a Cat? Thanking you, Sincerely, John Fitzgerald Callan

Up the Pole Dear Editor, An ESB pole was erected approximately two months ago at my entrance gate on Maryborough Hill blocking the view of trafﬁc coming up the hill as my family exit the premises. This has created an extremely dangerous situation. I pointed this out to a Council engineer who called to me and he advised me that the existing footpath would be extended outwards by two metres which would solve the problem. This work, he informed me, would be completed within 2/3 weeks from the 24/4/2014 the day on which he called. Subsequently a rep from the County Council ofﬁce advised me over the phone that this work will not now commence until late October or November of this year. Do we now have to wait until a serious accident occurs to have action taken? Yours faithfully, Frank McMahon Maryborough Hill.

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, Unit 29C, St Patrick's Mills, 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. Disclaimer: Any views or opinions expressed in these letters are solely those of the individual author(s) and do not necessarily represent those of ISSUE#1021-1022 The Douglas Post.

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Ronnie McGinn’s Poetry Corner Our poem this week is from a lady who stresses that she doesn't belong to any political party, in fact she just enjoys writing poetry as do many in her family. 1916 Remembered One hundred years ago, when Ireland was on its knees To a foreign power, that held it Down for so many centuries A time arrived, when it was felt That foreign power should go, To give us back our destiny And end colonial foe At Easter a group had formed To raise our ﬂag (so green) At G.P.O – that marked the spot Where (ended their life's dream!) We're here this day, to play our part In commemorating scene And proud to pay respect and pray For a brave crop, they were the cream.

Writers Group Meetings Mallow Poetry Group – Mallow Library Tuesday 3rd June at 12.30 pm Bishopstown Writers - Bishopstown Library Thurs 12th June at 6.15 pm Douglas Writers Group, - John O'Sullivan's, Boardroom - Friday the 13th June at 5.30 pm Douglas Junior Writers Group - Douglas Library Thursday 19th June at 5.30 pm Ballinlough Writers - Ballinlough Community Centre Fri 20th June at 5.30 pm Ó Bhéal – Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street Writers Workshop - every Tuesday 3pm – 5pm Bishopstown Library. It's not for beginners, but for people who are already committed to writing and have quite an amount of work already written. Send your poem to 'The Poetry Corner' /Douglas Post, Unit 29C, St Patrick's Mills, 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

We owe them more that what we've got From banks who cleared us out With pencils from a governing power And ﬁngers to their snout! Our youth have ﬂown to foreign parts In search of their careers, They've left behind some broken hearts With debts, up to their ears Máire Liath úi Thuma

Next Meeting Ballinlough Community Centre Friday 20th June - 5-30Pm. Contact Ronnie on 086 - 8839392

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Lynch TD Fair & Balance Banking Inquiry Dáil Éireann to establish a Committee to prepare for an inquiry in relation to the banking crisis. Chairman Designate Ciaran Lynch TD said that this will be an opportunity for the Houses of the Oireachtas to demonstrate that the parliament can carry out a fair and balanced inquiry that will answer the key questions that remain behind the banking crisis that has impacted heavily on Ireland and the Irish people. Deputy Lynch said: “The Irish people have waited a long time for this inquiry to be established. A lot of work remains: First of all, the Committee must now draft an Inquiry proposal and terms of reference and develop an inquiry plan. It is then a matter for the Committee on Procedure and Privileges and the Houses to approve the Inquiry proposal and confirm the Committee membership. The Committee will also have to identify financial and legal requirements. We are at the beginning of a process, not the end, and while an inquiry has been long in coming, I would urge people to be patient as we prepare for the public part of that inquiry. This is the first time that an inquiry of this type will be carried out under the legislation Houses of the Oireachtas (Inquiries, Privileges and Procedures) Act 2013 and it is an opportunity for our parliament to demonstrate that it can carry out a fair and balanced inquiry to answer the key questions that remain behind the banking crisis. A key element is that the inquiry should be conducted in an open and transparent manner. It is incumbent on us all to ensure that this parliamentary inquiry is communicated as widely as possible using the many public information services such as Oireachtas TV, a dedicated parliamentary inquiry website, webcasting and social media. The benefit in doing so is that it allows for a first-hand account by people involved in one of the major events in the history of the State and allows the people of Ireland to see and hear those people called on to give their evidence in public. It is necessary that we approach this inquiry with open minds. Nobody has the monopoly on wisdom and no one should pre-judge the outcome of this inquiry. This inquiry is an opportunity to demonstrate an example of parliament at its best. ISSUE#1021-1022

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Ballinlough Community News With Mary Cremin Ballinlough Writers Group - New Arrangements The next meeting of the Ballinlough Writers Group will be held in The Ballinlough Community Centre on Fri 20th June at 5.30pm. The Ballinlough Writers Group meets on the 3rd Friday of every month at 5.30pm. We look forward to seeing you there! (inquiries 086 8839392) Ballinlough Community Safety Forum 8.00pm Wednesday 4th of June 2014 at Ballinlough Community Centre. The Community Safety Forum is a partnership involving local residents and An Garda Siochana. It aims to: ·Make your area a safer and more pleasant place to live ·Enhance local Policing ·All those living in the area are invited to attend. Current issues of concern that relate to community safety and peoples quality of life will be raised and discussed with An Garda Siochana. Bingo Bingo every Friday night in the Community Centre at 8.15p.pm.

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20 Questions Mary Ring, PRO of The Douglas Camoige Team answers our questions.

Where were you born? England Do you have a nickname? What is it? No, well not to my face!! I’m sure the Camoige girls might have one of their own for me!!! Married? Single? In a Relationship? Married, to the long suffering Les. Do you have any brothers or sisters? If so how many? No, Obviously one of me was enough! What’s your favourite food? Gary Mooney’s homemade chocolate fudge cake. What’s your favourite TV show? Criminal Minds, the ladies will understand why!! (It’s all about Derek Morgan!!) What’s your favourite movie? Breakfast at Tiffany’s (an old one but I love it) What’s your favourite team? Douglas (of course!) Where’s your favourite place to go on holiday? Hall and rooms to let at Ballinlough Community Centre Bitez, Turkey. There are some free times avialable in the community What’s your favourite time of day? Day of the week? centre, anyone interesting in renting the hall or a room, Month of the year? can contact our Booking Officer Terry Shannon on Bedtime, Wednesday (halfway through the week) and 086 8502 330 July (holiday time!) If you could choose to stay a certain age forever, what age would it be? 21 What’s the best thing about your home town? The Camogie Club What’s your biggest fear? Flying What’s the one thing you’d definitely have to have on Douglas Land Owners a desert island? My iPhone Who do you admire most in the world? Nelson Mandela, he never gave up the fight. Are To Make Land Available to Could you survive without your phone for a day? Douglas Camogie & Ladies Football Clubs Most definitely not! Perish th thought. for a new Playing Pitch in West Douglas Any bad habits? No... I’m practically perfect! If you could have a superpower, what would it be? The ability to read minds. What one word would describe you? Perfection.... Hey if you don’t praise yourself who will? Tell us a secret about yourself? Eh?? no..........

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Hay Fever Hay fever, also called allergic rhinitis, causes cold-like signs and symptoms such as a runny nose, congestion, sneezing and sinus pressure. But unlike a cold, hay fever isn't caused by a virus. Hay fever is caused by an allergic response to outdoor or indoor allergens, such as pollen, dust mites or pet dander. Hay fever is common - it affects more than 1 in 5 people. Some people have symptoms year-round. For others, hay fever symptoms get worse at certain times of the year, usually in the spring, summer. Broadale Hay fever can make you miserable and affect your performance at work or school, and interfere Maryborough with leisure activities. Symptoms Hay fever symptoms usually start immediately after you're exposed to a Hill specific allergy-causing substance (allergen) and can include: Runny nose and nasal congestion, Watery or itchy eyes, Sneezing, Cough, Itchy nose, roof of mouth or throat, Sinus pressure and facial pain, Swollen, blue-colored skin under the eyes (allergic shiners), Decreased sense of smell or taste. Your hay fever symptoms may start or worsen at a particular time of year, triggered by tree pollen, grasses or weeds, which all bloom at different times. If you're sensitive to indoor allergens, such as dust mites, cockroaches, mold or pet dander, you may have year-round symptoms. Many people have allergy symptoms all year long, but their symptoms get worse during certain times of the year. 021 436 69 23 Causes During a process called sensitization, your immune system mistakenly identifies a harmless airborne substance as something harmful. Your immune system then starts producing info@intervene.ie antibodies to this harmless substance. Treatments and drugs The best hay fever treatment is to avoid the substances that cause your reaction. If your hay fever isn't too severe, over-the-counter medications may be enough to ease your symptoms. For more bothersome symptoms, you may need to take prescription medications. Medications for hay fever include: Nasal corticosteroids, Antihistamines, Decongestants, Cromolyn sodium, Leukotriene modifier, Nasal ipratropium and Oral corticosteroids. Lifestyle and home remedies It's not possible to completely avoid allergens, but you can reduce your symptoms by taking some steps to limit your exposure to them.

If you would like more information call Garvan at Lynch's pharmacy on 4366923.

Cruise Schedule 2014 Port of Cork

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Funchal, May 24th, 6.30am, 17.00 pm Cobh Cruise Terminal Thomson Celebration, May 28th, 6.30 am, 17.00 pm Cobh Cruise Terminal Msc Magniﬁca, Cobh Cruise Terminal June 2014 Amadea Cobh Cruise Terminal Minerva Ringaskiddy DWB Queen Victoria Cobh Cruise Termina Ruby Princess Ringaskiddy DWB Marina Cobh Cruise Terminal

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Out & About with The Douglas

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Paul Mooney and Fionn Gillen making their Communion on Saturday 17th May

Roisin Goggin and Abaigh O’Mahony made their Communion in Carrigaline sayurday 17th May. Roisin Goggin

Rose Lee and Maureen Grimes, Stars of the Delia Murphy Drama Show.

John and Agnes Dwyer who sang “Delia Murphy” songs in the “Delia Murphy” story

Andrew O’Shea

Glasheen Boys' NS, Winners of the Port of Cork Schools Initiative Competition on board the liner as part of their prize.

Tom and Colm O’Connor with Phil Coulter who played in The South County recently

Photos: David Keane. MSC Magniﬁca visits Cobh on Monday 19/05/2015. PAGE 12

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Teddy Bear Picnic

The O’Mahony Family with Ted

Noreen & Bernie Williamson with Ted Delia Geary with Ted

Angela Walsh with Ted

The Mooney Family

Ted & Friends

The Egg & Spoon Race

Gardaí Helena Byrne & Dan Cowman with Ted The Dog Show with Pádraig O Keefe from DRTI

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2014 Trends by Pat Walker

CHANGING SHAPES With the never ending spotlight on body shape and pressure to be a particular size it is important to remember that just like fashion, hair and beauty trends the female silhouette and desired body shape changes through the decades. 1920s: Ladies longed for the "Boyish Look" with little or no curves. 1940s: After the lean war years came the return of fashionable "Curves" 1950s: The main focus was on "lifting and enlarging the bust" for an hourglass figure. 1960s: With the mini skirt craze "Legs" received all the attention. 1980s: Sometimes referred to the "Power Decade" the emphasis was on muscles and fitness. 1990s: This was the beginning of a body shape that was extremely hard to achieve and one that very rarely occurred naturally "Tall and Slim with a large bust" (think Barbie). 2000: Since the early 'noughties' the ultimate goal has been "thinness" and in the last number of years the arrival of "Size Zero" a difficult and sometimes dangerous extreme body shape that is not realistic...its name alone would infer a skeletal shapeless body. The good news is fashion designers have merged trends from the last six decades in their S/S2014 collection allowing us multiple choices to suit all body shapes but the real secret to a streamlined figure is "innerwear".

WORKING INSIDE OUT The one factor that all decades have in common is "Shapewear" which allows us to emphasise or minimise specific areas of the body. From the humble beginnings of the corset in Ancient Greece shape wear companies like Spanx have revolutionised innerwear with a huge range of stylish and elegant pieces to contour the body. Fit and comfort is of the essence but the quality of the fabric will ultimately determine the standard of a streamlined, seamless look. Ideally when purchasing shape wear look for a store that offers a measuring and fitting service for a perfect fit. Choose a nude colour which is invisible under any colour clothing.

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Tel: 021 484 06 52 Mob: 086 235 68 92 Email: jerry.buttimer@oir.ie

Beaumont, Blackrock and Douglas schools to benefit from vital school improvement works Fine Gael Cork South Central TD, Jerry Buttimer, has welcomed the announcement by the Minister for Education and Skills that Beaumont Boys' National School, Ursuline Secondary School, Christ King Girls' Secondary School and St. Mary's Special School, Rochestown are to be included in the 2014 Summer Works Scheme. This is part of a national programme which sees €35 million invested in a further 386 schools. “I am pleased that the needs of students at Beaumont Boys' National School, Ursuline Secondary School, Christ King Girls' Secondary School and St. Mary's Special School have been recognised. The improvements to these schools will benefit the almost 1,500 students who go to these schools. “This is the second round of funding for the Summer Works Scheme (SWS) 2014 which will aim to upgrade toilets and roofs in primary and secondary schools nationwide. Following this announcement, so far a total of 17 schools in Cork South Central have been included in this year's Summer Works Scheme. “Students deserve to learn and to be taught in safe, warm and secure schools. This is a significant investment by the Government and a strong indication of our dedication to prioritising investment in school buildings. “Almost 3,000 students will benefit from the second round of the Summer Works Scheme. These works are scheduled during the summer months when pupils are on holidays and there will be minimal disruption. “This news is also a welcome boost for the construction sector in Cork which has suffered during the economic downturn. These jobs will support the community while improving the facilities available to our children. It is estimated that 4,200 direct and 840 indirect construction jobs will be supported across the country as a result of the scheme. “I am also very pleased to see that 80% of applications submitted for this funding have been approved. Schools in Cork who identify and decide on projects they regard as a priority have a good chance of seeing their applications approved.” ISSUE#1021-1022

Question My small business is not doing well at present so my income has dropped substantially. Am I entitled to any social welfare payment?

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Answer If the amount of work you are getting from self-employment has reduced so much that it no longer provides a sufficient income, you may qualify for Jobseeker's Allowance. You must meet all the conditions to qualify for this payment, including a means test, but you do not need to close your business or stop working as a self-employed person. The earnings from your business will be assessed in the means test. The assessment must reflect the income that you may reasonably be expected to get from your business over the next 12 months. Income for the last 12 months will be taken as a guide, but the means test will also allow for any factors that are likely to vary. You should be prepared to discuss these factors when you are being assessed for the payment. Your earnings over the 12 months are assessed as your gross income minus work-related expenses. Your expected annual earnings from self-employment are divided by 52 to find your weekly means from self-employment. Usually, you will be asked for your receipts and payments or audited accounts for the current and previous year. For example, if you apply for Jobseeker's Allowance in May 2014, you will be asked for your receipts and payments from January 2014 to May 2014 and for 2013. However, in certain cases you may be required to show audited accounts for the last two or more years. You may qualify for Supplementary Welfare Allowance while you are waiting to be assessed for Jobseeker's Allowance or if a decision is made that you don't qualify for Jobseeker's Allowance. The website selfemployedsupports.ie has further information on the services and entitlements available. Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below. Know Your Rights has been compiled by Blackrock Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel:0761 076930 Address: Convent Road, Blackrock, Cork. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000 PAGE 15

FOOD

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The Healthy Option

Cllr. Seamus McGrath serving the community.......

Carrot & coriander soup Tel: 021 437 66 99 Mob: 086 391 63 28

Prep: 15 mins, Cook: 25 mins Skill level - Easy Servings - Serves 4

Email: cllrseamusmcgrath@eircom.net

Ingredients ·1 tbsp vegetable oil ·1 onion, chopped ·1 tsp ground coriander ·1 potato, chopped ·450g carrots, peeled and chopped ·1.2l vegetable or chicken stock ·handful coriander (about ½ a supermarket packet)

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Lemon drizzle cake Prep: 15 mins, Cook: 45 mins Skill level -Easy Servings -Cuts into 10 slices Ingredients ·225g margarine ·225g caster sugar ·4 eggs ·finely grated zest 1 lemon ·225g self-raising flour For the drizzle topping ·juice 1½ lemons ·85g caster sugar Method 1.Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Beat together 225g softened margarine and 225g caster sugar until pale and creamy, then add 4 eggs, one at a time, slowly mixing through. Sift in 225g flour, then add the finely grated zest of 1 lemon and mix until well combined. Line a loaf tin (8 x 21cm) with greaseproof paper, then spoon in the mixture and level the top with a spoon. 2.Bake for 45-50 mins until a thin skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. While the cake is cooling in its tin, mix together the juice of 1 1/2 lemons and 85g caster sugar to make the drizzle. Prick the warm cake all over with a skewer or fork, then pour over the drizzle – the juice will sink in and the sugar will form a lovely, crisp topping. Leave in the tin until completely cool, then remove and serve. PAGE 16

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You will shortly be casting your vote in the local election 2014 as polling day is almost upon us. I have actively campaigned over recent months to seek re-election to Cork County Council to represent this area. I have met thousands of constituents and discussed a host of issues of local concern. A wide variety of issues have been raised by residents, from infrastructural deficiencies in the area to the ongoing problem of dog fouling as well as many other important issues. One issue which has been a continuo us topic on the doors during the campaign is the pay parking regime in Douglas. I would like, once again, to reiterate my intention to seek to reform the current pay parking system. I did not support the pay parking regime first day as I knew it would detrimental for the Douglas area. I also put forward a joint motion a short number of weeks ago to reform the system and introduce an initial free period of parking of one hour - unfortunately we lost that motion by one vote. I am totally committed to changing the pay parking system and I very much welcome that this has become a key election issue. I note that some candidates have pledged to support a change to the bye laws which would introduce a free first hour of parking and this is to be welcomed. I have absolutely no interest in playing politics on this or any other issue. The pay parking issue in Douglas is a serious one and I want to reiterate my own proven record on the issue as well as my absolute intention to change current system. If I am elected on May 23rd, I will seek to do this immediately. As this is my final article before polling day, I would like thank everyone for your courtesy during the election campaign and for your active engagement on the issues. I would sincerely ask you for your support next Friday. If elected, I will continue to work on a range of issues for local community groups, residents committees, sporting clubs and individual constituents. At this stage, you should have received my main election leaflet where I have detailed a number of ongoing key policy priorities. Once again, thank you for taking the time to discuss your main issues of concern over recent months and I would greatly appreciate your support on polling day.

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Today, a total of 19 candidates in the local elections confirmed their signing of THE PEOPLE'S CONTRACT, they are from Cork, Monaghan, Limerick and Dublin. All local election candidates have been invited to confirm their commitment to democracy, something which our Constitution requires of all public representatives, regardless of Party affiliation or none. A stall was setup today outside Cork City Hall to facilitate candidates who wished to sign in public. Disappointingly, so far, no Party candidates have accepted democracy... maintaining loyalty instead to their Party over the right of the community to be represented. Spokesperson for The People's Convention (CPPC), Diarmaid Ó Cadhla, stated that THE PEOPLE'S CONTRACT would effectively end the operation of any Party 'whip' and the traditional pact that operates in politics. He said "use of the 'whip' means that our community is not represented, the Party leaders are, this is a denial of democracy". Ó Cadhla condemned the operation of the Party system, he said, "Political Parties have repeatedly stolen our mandate, they promise everything and once elected ignore the people completely, imposing policy and ruling over us." The People's Convention highlights that there is no mention of the words 'Political Party', or provision for their representation, in our Constitution and calls them "no more than Private Member Clubs", usurping the democratic right of the people to decide policy. Ó Cadhla urges voters to grasp the opportunity next Friday to break the monopoly of the Parties, by electing People's Candidates, they are all listed on www.PeoplesCandidates.ie.

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Gardening

Things to do this week It's hard to believe that in less than four weeks we'll be at mid-summers day. In the meantime we'll try to give you a few ideas on what might need doing in your garden this week. Not everything in this article may apply to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week.

Flower Garden Dig up, divide and replant bearded iris as soon as flowers fade. Tie in new rambler rose shoots, and cut out any that are surplus. Deadhead rhododendrons carefully, avoiding the young shoots immediately below. Prune brooms, philadelphus, deutzia and similar shrubs as they finish flowering. Cut down old hellebore stems to expose new growth. Continue sowing hardy perennials in a nursery bed, and biennials such as Canterbury bells. Tie in the young stems of wall shrubs before they grow away from their supports. Kitchen Garden Suspend pheromone traps in apple and pear trees to attract cod ling moth and other flying pests. Test first early potatoes for size, and continue earthing up as necessary. Remove runners from strawberry plants if not needed for propagation. Plant tomatoes outdoors in a sunny sheltered spot. Plant out marrows and cucumbers after fully hardening off. Plant out self-blanching celery close together in blocks. Pinch out the tops of broad beans to deter aphids. In dry weather water seed drills before sowing, and allow to drain. Pick rhubarb regularly, and pinch out any flower stems.

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Lawns & Hedges Continue mowing regularly, and trim fast-growing hedges to maintain a neat ﬁnish. Greenhouse Sow primulas, both hardy kinds and P. obconica, malacoides and x kewensis varieties for winter ﬂowering. Water garden Finish adding hardy and half-hardy aquatics to ponds. Trawl surplus pondweed and blanket weed if threatening to choke areas of the pond. In General Watch out for aphids generally, as they are breeding rapidly now. Plant out celeriac after fully hardening off plants. PAGE 18

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SPORT Douglas Camogie Club Our fundraising for Feile has begun in earnest, While it is a great honour for our club to represent Cork in an all Ireland competition it can also be a costly trip to fund On Monday 2nd of June Derek Costello who is one of our club mentors has kindly offered to run the Cork city marathon to raise funds all the girls on the panel have received sponsorship Amy Curtin & Rebecca Sheehan cards and all who were part of the contributions will be Cork minor squad greatly received On Friday 6th of June we are having an 80's night in the GAA club starting at 8pm this promises to be a fantastic night there will be some amazing spot prizes to be won on the night tickets priced at €10.00 are available from any of the U14 mentors/parents of players and will also be available to buy at the door on the night so dig out that 80's gear and get out the leg warmers and the hair crimpers and come along to support the kids On Sun 25th May there will be a cake sale after the masses in The Church of the Incarnation Frankfield all proceeds again going into the Feile fundraiser Huge congrats go to Mary Harrington who is a selector with the Cork minors and to panel members Rebecca Sheehan and Amy Curtin on winning the Munster final recently Our under 9's kicked off the season with a very successful visit to Carrigaline in the league on Thursday last. With previous fixtures postponed this was the girls first game of the year and who could have planned for such a beautiful evening to start the campaign.

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Both Douglas teams quickly got into their games and despite being their first match the girls showed wonderful skills and commitment getting some fine scores and defending fiercely we couldn't ask for anything more on their first outing and look forward to building on these performances in the coming weeks Best of luck to our Cork senior panel members who will play in the Munster final on sat 24th of May Best of luck to all our club members who are doing Junior and leaving Cert On Behalf of all members of Douglas Camogie Club we wish to send our sincere sympathies to Eddie Murphy and his family on the passing of their mother Annie. May she rest in peace Ar Dheis De go raibh a hAnam Mary Ring,PRO Douglas Camogie Club Crosshaven Pitch & Putt Club News Tuesday 27 hole three ball winners: Mary Murphy / Gary Ryan / Aidan O'Connor 57 nett. Thursday 27 hole three ball scramble winners: Mary Glavin / Noreen Desmond / Jason Martin 53&1/2 nett. Sunday 27 hole fourball winners: Patricia O'Mahony / Austin O'Connor 60 nett. Fixtures Thursday / Sunday / Tuesday at 7pm. Raffeen Creek Pitch&Putt Notes by Brendan Hayes A great turnout Wed night for the Fahy cup course was in excellent condition, also the players had a large gallery watching as over 400 runners taking part in the Pfizer 10k race gazed in amazement at some brilliant shots by the Raffeen Creek players, as they made their way to the start line.Results as follows, Overall winner was Denis Bouge, 1st Sr player was Dave Ahern, 1st Inter was Bryan Murphy, 1st Jr was Christie Wade, 1st Juv was Charlie Morrissey. Sunday morning the turnout for the Captains prize was very disappointing considering the work that captain John Tett had put in as well as the SECAD and ground staff to have the course in fantastic shape.Results as follows, Overall winner was Ger O Sullivan, 1st Gr was Weeshie Murphy 1st Nett Denis Bouge 2nd Gr Dave Ahern 2nd Nett Richard Jordan 3rd Gr Richard O Flaherty. ISSUE#1021-1022

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Blackrock Club Notes With Louise Weldon It's been another busy few weeks for all ages in Blackrock Camogie Club. The under 8's paid a visit to Ballygarvan on Monday 12th May to kick start the U8 Go Games for 2014. With both clubs ﬁelding two teams each, every girl got to play and contribute to a fantastic evening of fun. Thanks to Ballygarvan Camogie Club for organising the evening, we look forward to having you in Blackrock in the next few weeks. The Under 10's travelled to Crosshaven on Saturday 17th to demonstrate their skills. They made their Coaches very proud showing great improvement and a wonderful enthusiasm. To quote one coach, the girls were "simply outstanding". Under 11's The Under 11's visited Eire Óg on Saturday May 10th for another round of the U11 Go Games. Another promising show of skill and determination. Many thanks to Eire Óg for inviting us out. Under 12's The Under 12's played the newly formed Nemo Camogie Club in Blackrock on Wednesday 14th. A great turnout for both sides. Blackrock settled into the game very quickly and they showed just how well the team have come together over the last few months. A great match and a great result for Blackrock. Under 14's The Under 14's met Barryroe in Blackrock on Friday 16th and while the end result didn't favour Blackrock, it was another committed and developing display from this young team. The last week has seen another two ﬁne performances from the Intermediates. On Sunday May 11th they traveled to Enniskeane where, despite all the odds, they secured victory and were home in time for Sunday lunch. The following Sunday, May 18th, gave them a home win over Newcestown. The full time result was Blackrock 5-13 Newcestown 0-07. A fantastic effort by the whole team with goals from Grace Mulqueen, Roisin de Faoite, Michelle Murphy and Katelyn Hickey.

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Cumann Iomanaiochta &Peile an Pasaiste Thiar 1885 By Noel Collins. Results: Passage 1—12 Nemo Rangers 4pts. Passage 2—18 Donoughmore 1—08 Passage 3—05 Bishopstown 1—1 UNDER 8th BLITZ Last Saturday Morning it was a joy to watch so many young boys from 25 clubs in the County take part in a Rebel Og Boys Under 8th Hurling Blitz at our grounds in Manning Park. The holding of the various blitz is a very important development in the integration of our very young boys and girls into hurling and football. It is a starting point for all our young boys and girls in developing their love for the game of hurling and football. Through the blitz they learn to play team games, and put into practice what the coaches are teaching them at Pasaiste Og on a Friday evening at Manning Park. We have in Passage West GAA a dedicated group of Coaches who teach the children the skills of the game, and help the children to develop their skills as they move up through the various age groups. We always welcome new children on a Friday evening with Pasaiste Og 6pm to 7-15 at Manning Park. MONTHLY AWARDS A Large crowd gathered at the Billy Cotter Pavilion Manning Park last Sunday night for the April Monthly Awards night. These awards are given to players who have performed well in all games played in all grades for month of April. The awards were presented by Ace club supporter Mr Carl Murphy who himself was the recipient of award for his recent singing performance. A good night of music followed for the big attendance. RECENT DEATH Over the past two weeks the death occurred of one time Passage West player Dan (dan) Harrington, Dan had always being a great supporter of our club and indeed played many a game for underage and the adult or (rabble)as they were known for many a year. He will be missed by all.

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