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TDs set sights on Louth Hospital

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By Paul Byrne

FOLLOWING the historic outcome of the General Election 2016, Louth TDs have put the thorny issue of the Louth Hospital firmly back on the agenda.

Sinn Fein have long been campaigning to restore services to the hospital and now with two TDs their voice is certain to be a lot stronger.

Both Gerry Adams and Louth’s first ever female TD, Imelda Munster, will have an ally in Peter Fitzpatrick who immediately put the hospital on top of his agenda after retaining his seat in a dramatic conclusion to the count as he held off a late challenge from Labour’s Ged Nash who lost his seat.

Gerry Adams stated that restoring services to the Louth

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was a key issue that needed to be resolved.

Deputy Fitzpatrick commented: “Louth County Hospital is

high on my agenda and I will can say now that I will be be doing my very best to try fighting very hard to restore and get our A&E open again. I services in Louth Hospital.”

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Patrick Clarke has last laugh

By Paul Byrne Local poker star Patrick Clarke has picked up another huge cheque having finished fourth in the latest Poker Stars European Poker Tournament which was held in the RDS in Dublin last weekend.

The 27-year-old from Ardee is quickly making a name for himself as one of the most promising poker players on the tour having only started playing the game seriously back in 2013. Last weekend Clarke was the highest placed Irishman in the European Poker Tournament which was won

by Poland’s Dzmitry Urbanovich.

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Local poker star Patrick Clarke has picked up another huge cheque having finished fourth in the latest Poker Stars European Poker Tournament which was held in the RDS in Dublin last weekend.

The 27-year-old from Ardee is quickly making a name for himself as one of the most promising poker players on the tour having only started playing the game seriously back in 2013. Last weekend Clarke was the highest placed Irishman in the European Poker Tournament which was won by Poland’s Dzmitry Urbanovich. The Ardee man finished fourth among a field of 605 players at the tournament in Dublin which resulted in him collecting taking home a cool €193,650.

Patrick has already tasted success in Dublin, winning the Irish Poker Open in April 2014 where he won €250,000 and really introduced himself on to the national poker scene. A year later, Clarke made the final of UKIPT5 Nottingham, finishing fourth for £58,100. Prior to the EPT12 Dublin Poker Festival, Clarke was 47th on Ireland’s all-time money list with $396k.

Despite his windfall last weekend Patrick admits to being initially disappointed to finish

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but I mainly prefer live games and I’d travel around the country and even Europe for some of the bigger games.

There is an element of luck involved but it is mainly skill and strategy and having the ability to read people. People say to me that I look cool and calm when playing and I suppose that helps as it can be quite a nerve-wracking experience when you get down to the final stages of a major tournament.

You have to keep your emotions in check and I like to think I’m pretty good at doing just that”, stated Patrick.

Next on the agenda for Patrick are tournaments in Monte Carlo and Las Vegas later on in the year where the Ardee native is dreaming of collecting a World Series of Poker bracelet which is the most coveted non-monetary prize a poker player can win.

“Winning a bracelet in Las Vegas is the ultimate goal for any serious poker player and that is definitely high up on my list of ambitions for 2016”, stated Patrick.

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fourth having got so far in the tournament which was the biggest poker festival ever hosted in Ireland and is the European Poker Tour’s first visit to the Irish capital for eight years.

“Obviously I’m delighted to have done so well at the European Tour last weekend but my initial reaction was real disappointment to have got so far in the tournament and not win it. I ended up finishing as the highest placed Irishman so I suppose I have to be happy with that and the prize money wasn’t bad either”, laughed Patrick.

“It’s funny because out of all my friends I was never really that big into poker. They’d all be mad for a game

Small amount of drugs

A man who was found in possession of a small quantity of drugs while under a suspended sentence was remanded to appear before Dundalk Circuit Court.

James McDonagh, who had been given a nine month sentence, suspended for three years at the Circuit Court in June 2013, was a passenger in a car stopped by Gardai on April 15 last year.

The car and occupants were searched under the misuse of drugs act and Mr McDonagh handed over cigarettes containing cannabis herb which he admitted were his.

Insp Martin Beggy revealed that the defendant had six previous convictions for drug offences, and that a small quantity was involved in this occasion.

Judge Flann Brennan stated that he had no discretion in relation to the matter and he adjourned the case to February 25 at Dundalk Circuit Court.

of poker on a Saturday night before we headed into town while I wasn’t really that interested in playing and just wanted to head out straight away. Gradually I got more into it and realised that I was actually pretty good at the game and I started doing a bit of research online and developing my game before taking it up seriously maybe three or four years ago.

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Mixed message in historic election

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The curtain came down on a short but exhaustive election campaign on Sunday evening as Louth returned their five TDs who will serve them for the next five years barring any call for a re-election in the meantime.

Overall the message was somewhat mixed with a definite swing to the left, although Fine Gael bucked the national trend by retaining two seats.

It was a historic weekend for the county as Sinn Fein’s Imelda Munster became Louth’s first ever female TD amid jubilant celebrations in the Ramada Resort Hotel where the count took place.

Fine Gael bucked the national trend by claiming two of the five seats with both Peter Fitzpatrick and Fergus O’Dowd retaining the seats they won in 2011.

Sinn Fein also claimed two seats with Gerry Adams along with his running mate Imelda Munster receiving

28.9% of the first preference votes in Co. Louth.

The final seat went to Fianna Fail’s Declan Breathnach who surprised many by topping the poll with 12,192 votes after transfers.

The Knockbridge man who has been involved in local politics for a quarter of a century more than doubled his vote from the 2011 election and he described his victory as ‘an overnight success that took 25 years’.

The big shock from the weekend was the loss of Ged Nash’s seat who suffered from the fallout from the electorate over Labour’s perceived performance in government. Nash lost his seat after the eleventh count with just 286 votes separating the Drogheda man and Peter Fitzpatrick in the battle for the fifth and final seat. Nash There was also disappointment for Ged Nash’s running mate Mary Moran who failed to land any significant blows in her quest to fill

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Garrett is one of the big stories in Election 2016

ALTHOUGH he didn’t ultimately get elected, Garrett Weldon was one of the big stories of the election as the AAA People Before Profit gained 3,462 first preference votes and finishing with 6,290.

A delighted Garrett stated that it was a momentous outcome for himself and his team, but more importantly a blunt message that people want change.

“We really are overwhelmed by the response of the people and it proves that the motivating factor is to

effect political change with people at the centre”, he stated and explained that this election was only the start as far as he was concerned.

“We knew from the outset that this was only the beginning, but what a start it proved to be.

‘We have illustrated that there is an alternative and that is social democracy, so the established parties have to sit up and listen.

“We know that we don’t have to get into the Dail to continue to work as we can effect change”, he added.

Peter Fitzpatrick and Fergus O’Dowd celebrate their General Election success

fledgling party failed to win any seats. There was also disappointment for both DDI candidates Anthony Connor and Pat Green as well as Christian candidate David Bradley who all received less than 700 votes.

So the lay of the land sees Louth left with two Sinn Fein, two Fine Gael and a Fianna Fail TD. Dundalk will be represented with three of the five candidates with Peter Fitzpatrick, Gerry Adams and Declan

Breathnach while Drogheda will have Fergus O’Dowd and Imelda Munster fighting their corner in the Dáil. It is still unclear as to what sort of government can be formed although experts predict that some sort of deal between Fine Gael and Fianna Fail will be reached in the coming weeks.

For now though the choice has been made by the people of Louth and it will be interesting to see if the five candidates can keep their pre election promises.

one of the five seats on offer. AAA-PBP candidate Garrett Weldon can be proud of his debut campaign as he ended up with over 6000 votes before being eliminated after the ninth count. Likewise independent ex Fine Gael councillor Kevin Callan can be pleased with a strong campaign receiving over 5000 votes before being eliminated in count 8. Declan Breathnach’s running mate Emma Coffey received praise from Declan for an impres-

sive debut campaign and the Knockbridge man acknowledged the fact that he received a significant amount of transfers from Emma which helped him top the poll.

Mark Dearey and Maeve Yore had no luck this time around but both will still be very active in local politics with both candidates currently serving on Louth County council.

Renua candidate Michael O’Dowd’s vote reflected a poor campaign nationally as the

FOLLOWING what he described as the most competitive election he has been involved in, Green Party councillor, Mark Dearey paid tribute to all for conducting a very clean campaign.

Cllr Dearey explained that despite not winning a seat, he had no regrets and learned a lot from the three weeks.

“I fought the campaign on the back of ideas about urban regeneration and dealing with housing issues and perhaps that didn’t capture

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“Overall I am very proud of our campaign as we fought on the doorsteps rather than the lampposts. I think it was the best ever in terms of the exchanges on the doorsteps and I have learned a lot from talking to people.

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Mary reflects with pride

SENATOR Mary Moran’s hopes of taking a seat in the 32nd Dail may have fallen short, but overall the Labour candidate was proud of the effort she made over the past five years.

The Dundalk woman was unable to build on the support she received in 2011 but was able to reflect on a productive time in the Seanad.

“I have worked hard over the last five years and hope I have been of assistance to many people both locally and nationally. I am proud to have ensured the passing of the Assisted Decision Making Bill and to see the publication of the comprehensive Employment Strategy.

“I would like to thank everyone who voted for me, my campaign team who worked tirelessly for me and my family who have supported me throughout”, concluded Mary.

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Exposed himself outside church A man who exposed himself outside a church on two occasions was told to stay out of trouble for the next year or he would serve time in prison.

Kevin Gorman, formerly of 28 Dublin St, Dundalk, also pleaded guilty to a number of public order charges when he appeared at Dundalk District Court.

Insp Martin Beggy stated that on January 28 and February 3, 2014, at St Josephs Redemptorist Church, the defendant used abusive language to people attending Mass. There were approximately 25 or 30 people present.

On one occasion a sacristan asked him to leave but he continued shouting expletives at the sacristan and a priest. He then

exposed himself in the church car park.

On March 30 that year a woman and her 10-year-old son were waiting for a youth club to finish when Mr Gorman began shouting and exposed himself.

On September 9, at the Friary Church in Anne St, an off duty Garda at Mass saw the defendant near the candle area where he was talking to himself. He had taken candles and when he was asked to put them back he caused a disturbance to the 50 in the congregation. He was taken to Dundalk Garda Station by the Garda.

On December 29, 2013, he shouted obscenities at a priest in St Josephs Redemptorist Church, while on November 10,

he verbally abused his sister andA 15-year-old son after seeing themd a on River Lane.

The 45-year-old defendant hado previous convictions for crimi-e nal damage and public order of-l fences.

Solicitor, Niall Lavery, statedH that his client had been liaisingA with a variety of services and thatb he was vulnerable. He was dis-a tressed at the time and on mostw occasions he was arrested for his€ s own good.

Judge Flann Brennan imposed a one-month sentence whichs he suspended for one year anda added that the defendant shouldg be able to stay out of trouble form that period as he had not been inp t trouble for a long time. t p

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Mary Connor, St. Anne’s Camogie Club, Louth pictured receiving her Volunteer Award from Catherine Neary, President of the Camogie Association.

An individual fun pub quiz in aid of the Post Polio Support Group will take place in Hamill’s Bar Bridge St, Ardee on Thursday March 10 at 9pm. The winner will take home a selection of Horseware clothing and there will be raffles and refreshments.

Admission is only €5 and all proceeds go to the Post Polio Support group. The evening is sponsored by Horseware Ireland.

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Students raise money for charity

A group of DkIT students raised money and awareness for charity by organising a dodgeball event on Wednesday last.

Chloe Carr, Keyah Hand and Moriamo Animashaun were the brains behind the event and their efforts were worthwhile as a total of â‚Ź311 was raised for Jigsaw Meath.

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Alongside the dodge- fle, a cake sale and a Jighealth support service for young people aged ball tournament on the saw Information stand.

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1916 Concert The children of Scoil Naomh Lorcan Omeath will be performing songs commemorating the 1916 Rising in a free concert in the Dolmen Centre on Sunday March 13 at 5pm.

The children will also host a coffee morning on Tuesday March 15 at 10am to mark Proclamation Day. The school would like to extend an invitation to all.

A man who lost control of his car and crashed into another vehicle was fined â‚Ź350 when he appeared at Dundalk District Court.

Gareth Doyle of 3 Rampart Mill, Dundalk, pleaded guilty to a charge of careless driving as a result of the incident on February 2, 2014.

The court heard that on that date Gardai were called to the scene of an accident at The Ramparts where they spoke to a witness who saw the collision.

They stated that he saw and heard the defendant revving his car and taking off at speed. The car lost con-

trol on a corner and collided with an oncoming car.

Solicitor, Niall Breen, stated that his 30-year-old client was fully insured, but had taken off too quickly and lost control on the wet surface.

He added that Mr Doyle, whose partner is expecting their third child, works in the building trade in Dublin. The defendant, who had two previous offences for public order, was apologetic for his actions.

Judge Flann Brennan stated that it was a serious matter as he convicted the defendant on a reduced charge of careless driving.

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Maeve disappointed

THERE was disappointment for Louth County councillor Maeve Yore who fell short in her debut election campaign.

Maeve who was elected on to Louth County council in 2014 ran for the Independent Alliance party and is well known locally for her voluntary work and commitment to the disabled and disadvantaged.

Despite being eliminated after the fourth count Maeve insisted she enjoyed every minute of her campaign and expressed her hope that those elected will represent Louth with integrity and commitment.

“I enjoyed every minute of my General Election campaign,” stated Maeve.

I am so glad I ‘felt the fear’ and did it anyway. We met fabulous people from all over Louth/East Meath who were enthusiastic about changing the way politics is done in Ireland.

“I want to sincerely thank all who canvassed, supported and voted for me and assure them I will continue to represent our County as an Independent County Councillor with Pride”, added Maeve.

Imelda creates history New TD Declan Breathnach celebrates with his supporters

HISTORY was made in the Ramada Resort hotel on Sunday afternoon when Louth elected their first ever female TD. Sinn Fein’s Imelda Munster expressed her delight at the result and stated that she was felt honoured to have been chosen by the people of Co. Louth.

“I am absolutely delighted. We have created history on two fronts today. I have been chosen as the first ever female TD for Co. Louth and this is also the first time the county has returned

two Sinn Fein candidates. I want to thank every man and woman who voted for me and of course to my campaign team for all their hard work and commitment.

“I think the electorate sent out a very clear message to the outgoing government that they will not tolerate their policies any more. I think it has been a very good campaign for the left and I want to pay tribute in particular to Garret Weldon who ran a superb campaign.

“We will wait and see

now what type of government will be formed.

Obviously we would like it to be Sinn Fein along with the right to change movement and we would hope that the electorate’s message will be heeded. If we end up with a FF/FG coalition I’m afraid there won’t be any change at all and things will not improve one iota. There is a huge air of excitement around the country at the prospect of change and I just hope this opportunity isn’t wasted,” stated Imelda.

FIANNA Fail’s resurgence nationwide was replicated in Co. Louth as Knockbridge man Declan Breathnach topped the poll to claim a seat in the 32nd Dáil. Declan has been a member of Louth County Council for 25 years serving as Chairperson on two occasions and for 2014/2015 he was first Chair of Dundalk Municipal District.

Declan met the quota first after transfers from eliminated candidates and was elected on the sixth count with a total of 12,192 votes almost a thousand ahead of second placed Gerry Adams. Speaking after it was

officially confirmed he had been elected Breathnach thanked everybody who had given him their vote.

“The people have spoken and I want to thank the Fianna Fail organisation and also give a huge thank you to the people of Louth and Coastal Meath for giving me their vote and helping me head the poll and take the first seat.

“Your confidence in me is truly appreciated, and I intend on working tirelessly for you and all of Louth/ East Meath in Dáil Éireann - a TD for the year round, not just at election time,” he promised.

Fitzer retains his seat PETER Fitzpatrick is basking in the glory of a second term as a TD for Louth after narrowly pipping Labour’s Ged Nash for the fifth and final seat.

In a nailbiting climax to the count the Fine Gael TD finished 286 votes ahead of Nash.

Fitzpatrick was quick to praise his campaign team as well as thanking everybody in Louth who voted for him. He vowed TO put the re-introduction of A & E services in the Louth Hospital high on his agenda for his second term.

“Louth County Hospi-

tal is high on my agenda and I will be doing my very best to try and get our A&E open again.

I made no false commitments through my campaign but I can say now that I will be fighting very hard to restore services in Louth Hospital,” promised Peter.

Emma’s pride at first attempt

FRESH from a solid showing in her first General Election, Fianna Fail’s Emma Coffey, expressed her satisfaction with the outcome on a personal viewpoint.

“To come from a position of my first time running in any election to 3,500 people giving me their preference vote is an achievement that myself and my team are extremely proud of”, she added and thanked all who had supported her in any way.

“I want to thank all the people who voted for me, my team, friends and family who have worked and supported me throughout of my campaign”, she stated.

Gerry Adams thanks the people of Louth for their support A TRIUMPHANT Gerry Adams thanked the people of Co. Louth for making history and electing two Sinn Fein candidates in the constituency for the first time ever.

Having topped the poll in 2011

Adams had to be content with second place this time around which was partly due to Sinn Fein’s successful strategy of spreading his vote to help bring his running mate Imelda Munster in with him.

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restoration of services in the Louth hospital whilst indicating that he is ready for another election should the situation arise.

“I thank the people of Co. Louth and I can tell them that one of my

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Declan Breathnach FF

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Imelda MUNSTER

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Fergus O’DOWD*

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Mark Dearey

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The Sinn Fein leader thanked the people of Louth for supporting Sinn Fein and insisted that Sinn Fein will continue to grow and help to realign and transform Irish politics. He also promised to continue fighting for the

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main priorities for the county will continue to be the restoration of services to Louth County Hospital.

It is a key issue in this constituency and it needs to be resolved,” stated Deputy Adams.

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Talk on climate change On March 7 at 8pm Prof John Sweeney of Maynooth University will deliver an illustrated talk on Climate Change in general and its effect on Ireland in particular. The talk will take place in the Spirit Store upstairs, Dundalk Docks, Dundalk. John is a climatology specialist. Entry is free and all are welcome.

The social highpoint of Local Enterprise Week Louth is taking place on Thursday March 10 at the Town Hall Theatre in Dundalk when Karl Henry and Brent Pope joining a panel of business people to talk about competing in sport and winning in business.

Comedian Patrick McDonnell will also take an irreverent look at the world of business. This event will be the networking highlight of the week.

The panel will feature Karl Henry, best known for his role as personal trainer on RTE’s Op-

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Rugby legend Brent Pope will regale the audience with tales of his days in sport and the lessons he learned in setting up his own business.

Appeal For Witness

A man whose daughter was assaulted in Dundalk on Thursday February 25 is appealing for a potential witness to come forward.

The incident occurred at The Laurels around 6pm and the 20-year-old woman suffered injuries as a result. It is believed that a man in a white van witnessed the incident and the victim’s father is asking that this man contact the Gardai.

Poker Classic

A Poker Classic in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust is being held in the Lisdoo on Friday March 11 at 7pm. Food will be served and admission is €50.

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Rose Ward from Ardee, has won €18,000 including a holiday to Thailand on last Saturday’s National Lottery Winning Streak game show on RTE. Pictured here at the presentation of the winning cheques were from left: Marty Whelan, Winning Streak game show co-host; Rose Ward the winning player; Fergus Roche, Head of I.T at the National Lottery who made the presentation and Sinead Kennedy Winning Streak game show co-host.

The winning ticket was bought from John O’Brien, Market St, Ardee.

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Weekly Quiz

1 Britain A Novacastrian is a native of what English city?

2 The Bible What is the second book of the Old Testament?

3 Children’s Books What book later a film about a very unique car, did Ian Fleming write for his son?

4 Europe The Oresund Bridge connects what two European countries?

5 Movies The disaster movie ‘The Towering Inferno’ was set in what American city?

6 Sport Which is the only city in Belgium to host the summer Olympic Games?

7 Rock and Pop Which famous record label was founded in Detroit in 1959 by

Berry Gordy Jr in 1959?

8 Local In 1960, local man Damian Callan became the first winner of what now national sports competition?

9 Musicals The long running west end show ‘Miss Saignon’ is based on what opera?

10 Books Which fictional detective lived at 56B Whitehaven Mansions?

The Stinker Which 1990 movie ends with the line ‘Kevin, what did you do in my room?

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Biodiversity Green Flag for St Vincent’s

By Paul Byrne

Having picked up four green flags in recent years St Vincent’s Secondary School are working hard to make it five as they embrace this year’s theme of ‘Biodiversity’.

Green-Schools, known internationally as Eco-Schools, is an international environmental education programme, environmental management system and award scheme that promotes and acknowledges long-term, whole school action for the environment.

The girls in St Vincent’s have a rich history in the green schools project having been awarded four green flags in

Ms Kerry Moran, Denise Walsh, Rachel Lowry and Aoife Begley

recent years, more than any other school in Dundalk. This year the Green School’s Committee are focusing on biodiversity in the school and their slogan “Don’t let species go extinct, in this world we are all

linked ” was selected as it felt that this best reflected the work that they have undertaken to date. In an effort to attract a more diverse range of fauna into the area a number of initiatives have been spearheaded

by the committee and TY students, including the planting of new flower beds around the school grounds.

Kerry Moran, teacher in St Vincent’s, says that the students have been working hard in recent months as they try and secure the school’s fifth green flag.

“Our involvement in the Green Schools Programme over recent years has created a culture of environmental awareness throughout St Vincent’s. We are currently working hard as we hope to be awarded a fifth green flag later on in the year” explained Kerry.

“The students have planted

flowerbeds here in the school garden which include vegetables and flowers in the school ground in the hope of attracting new species of insects.

They have also participated in an ecology field study of a local park in an effort to identify our local flora and fauna,” she added.

The overall aim of the Biodiversity theme is for schools to increase awareness of the importance of biodiversity and for students and staff to come up with ways in which we can help biodiversity. This can be achieved through improving or preserving your local biodiversity whether it is in your school garden or at home.

Talk on revolutionary accounts Afternoon tea in aid of MND Newly available personal accounts of revolutionary events in Louth and south Armagh will provide the focus of an upcoming historical event at Annagassan.

These accounts were recorded by Rev. Louis O’Kane, who served as a priest in Togher from 1936 to 1940, and went all over Ulster and beyond in the 1960s and 1970s on a mission to preserve the authentic voices of former Irish Volunteers for posterity.

This event will first exam-

ine the life of Rev. O’Kane (1905-73), his County Derry origins and Louth connections. It will outline how the presence of a tape-recorder in 1958 kick-started his project to capture the memories of men and women of the Irish revolutionary period. By the time of his death, O’Kane had recorded more than 100 interviews.

The event, ‘Rev. Louis O’Kane and his Tapes of Irish Volunteers from Co. Louth’, is being run in conjunction with the Annagas-

san and Dunleer Historical societies. It will feature talks by the Ó Fiaich Library Outreach Officer, Dónal McAnallen, and local historian Bryan Rogers, at the History Loft, Annagassan on Wednesday 9 March at 7.30 pm.

Admission is free and light refreshments will be provided. There is no booking process, though patrons are advised to arrive early.

Enquiries can be made to 048-37522981 or dmcanallen@mail.com.

As we get older, many of us start to suffer with mobility problems. Everyday things we used to take for granted, like walking up the stairs, can become an issue. If you are finding it more and more difficult to walk from your living room to your upstairs bedroom or bathroom, help is at hand in the form of a stairlift.

Stairlift Solutions, have been selling, installing and servicing stairlifts for over 15 years across Northern Ireland and all the border counties.

As a locally owned family run business, Stairlift Solutions prides itself on a helpful and friendly service, always going that extra mile for all their customers - both new and old alike.

Whether it’s straight or curved, indoor or outdoor, they can offer new, reconditioned and rental of stairlifts and can even have them installed within 24 hours if needed. They also fully maintain the stairlifts with extended warranty available for total peace of mind.

Here is what just one of their many satisfied customers had to say: “Many thanks for all your help with this, Mum is so happy to be able to go upstairs and have normal use of her home again! We look

Four 3rd Year BA in Event Management students from DkIT are hosting a “1916 Afternoon Tea” on Tuesday March 8 at 3pm. The event will take place in DkIT’s Hospitality Training Restaurant, with all proceeds on the day going to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association.

The theme of this event is “A Taste of Irish Culture” and this will be explored through the refreshments served, guest speakers attending and entertainment provided.

Event Coordinator, Rachel

forward to the subsequent improvement this will mean in relation to her health and well-being.” Claire Lemon Bessbrook “Thank you all for a very good job on providing me with comfortable access to all of my home. Right from

Curran stated that: “This is a very unique event and, my fellow colleagues and I decided that it would create a wonderful opportunity to fundraise for the IMNDA cause while celebrating Irish culture.”

Tickets cost €10 and can be purchased by contacting Christina on 0858456941 or by emailing dkit1916afternoontea@ gmail.com. If you cannot attend but wish to donate, please visit https://give.everydayhero. com/ie/1916afternoontea or text “MND” to 50300 to donate €2.

the time of my initial enquiry through to the installation of my stairlift, and the follow-up checks, I have received a level of courtesy and service which I thought had long ago disappeared. Thank you all again for a great job well done.”

Victor Moore - Dundalk.

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Student Union president queries use of private security during Rag Week DKIT student union president Aaron Lawless has hit back at allegations of anti-social behaviour occurring in estates during Rag Week.

Last week John Temple, chairman of the College Manor Resident’s Association said that a private security firm would once again be hired by the management company to help prevent anti social behaviour from students. He claimed that it had been a huge success last year in helping to prevent damage caused to local houses and cars.

However according to DKIT student union president Aaron Lawless the scale of the problem has been blown out of proportion and he insists that there is no need for a private security firm to watch over students during rag week.

“To be honest I was very surprised to hear

that a private security firm will be employed during rag week to help protect residents from damage caused by students. The behaviour of students over the last couple of years in particular has been impeccable and we haven’t had any incidents reported to us at all over the last year”, explained Aaron.

“The amount of students living in College Heights or College Manor has reduced drastically over the last couple of years and I would say there are about 14 houses at most occupied by students.

“We have done a lot of work here in the Student Union to press home the message that there are families with small children and professionals in their estates who need to be respected at all times.

Students have been well behaved all year and we expect that to continue during rag week

and we cannot see any need whatsoever for a security firm to be employed”, he added.

“We don’t tolerate anti social behaviour and we have procedures in place to punish any student who is involved in any such activity.

“We have heard plenty of stories second hand from the local residents association about supposed trouble and damage caused by students but we have never received any evidence linking any of our students to the likes of that.

“If anybody sees any of our students causing any trouble I would ask them to contact me by email on president@ dkitsu.ie or my mobile 0852781462 and the people involved will be dealt with but given we have had no trouble in recent years I am confident that that good behaviour will continue”, concluded Aaron.

Pictured at the launch of the new Dundalk FC away jersey with Gerry Cunningham of sponsors Fyffes is Dundalk FC manager Stephen Kenny and players Ciaran Kilduff (left) and David McMillan.

Féile Scoildrámaíochta Dhún Dealgan begins on Friday Pupils and teachers throughout Louth are eagerly preparing for Féile Dhún Dealgan, the annual Irish language Scoildrámaíocht festival.

This year’s festival will take place in DkIT’s MacAnna theatre on Friday March 4 from 9.30am to 12.30pm as part of Seachtain na Gaeilge in the town, with local schools at both primary and secondary level taking part.

The festival gives students the opportunity to act, gain confidence and have fun, all as Gaeilge.

Schools partaking in this year’s festival include Kilsaran National School, Gaelscoil Dhún

Dealgan, St. Mary’s College Dundalk, St. Vincent’s Dundalk and Coláiste Lú.

Winners at the competition will go on to represent the region in Féile Laighean / the Leinster Provincial Festival.

Entrance is open to the public throughout the day and will be €1 for pupils / €4 for adults in what is sure to be a fulfilling and exciting day for all those involved. As the Irish proverb says, “Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sí!”

An Cumann Scoildrámaíochta was first established in 1934 and is now over 80 years old with thousands of students from

throughout the country taking part each year.

The Dundalk festival was reformed in 2014 after a gap of a number of years and its popularity has grown rapidly with great interest shown from local schools.

The Mac Anna theatre is a fitting venue as the original founder and chief organiser of Féile Dhún Dealgan for many years was Mai Nic Anna, a sister of the famous director and playwright Tomás Mac Anna, after whom the theatre is named.

For more details visit the Féile Dhún Dealgan Facebook page or e-mail feiledd@outlook.com

Eamon’s good start

Eamon McEneaney (17) maintained his good start to the season by taking the overall prize in Sunday’s Single Stableford competition.

He was one of three players tied on 37pts but took first prize thanks to a back nine of 26pts while Jim Dwyer (9), took second overall after the countback went all the way to the last hole before dividing Dwyer and David Williams (19). Williams had the consolation of winning the Category 3 prize with Denis Cunningham (9) winning Category 1 and David Carins (17) taking Category 2.

Deer Park will face Ceann Scribe in the matchplay final.

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in Brief Photo Credit

Photos from the Geraldines GFC presentation dinner dance printed in last week’s Dundalk Leader were kindly supplied by Aidan Stewart for which we are most grateful.

School Enrolment

Scoil Naomh Lorcan Omeath are now taking enrolment for September 2016.

Should you wish to enrol your child please call 0429375362 or email scoiln a o m h l o rc a n @ g m a i l. com for an enrolment pack.

St Bride’s News

The Following numbers were drawn on Monday February 22 for the St Brides lotto jackpot of €5,000, 13, 20, 26, 27.

There was no winner, with Match 3 prize of €200 going to Briege McEntee.

A DVD for the recent Variety Show is on sale.

Contact Gareth Corcoran 0n 086 8463779 for details of purchase.

Students take to the Italian ski-slopes The Stormers Forty-eight lucky St. Vincent’s students took to the slopes in Italy recently on the biannual ski trip.

Organised by team leader Ultan Henry the group took off for Milan in the early hours of Saturday morning to spend their mid-term break perfecting the beginner’s ‘snowplough’ before advancing to the more difficult blue and red slopes.

The girls made great progress throughout the week and they all managed to master exiting the chair-lift, with only a few tumbles en route.

The resort of Folgaria situated in the Dolomites Students from St Vincents on their ski trip to Italy is an ideal location and the pretty village hosted such as swimming and ganing. An afternoon a hit with the girls and they happily indulged in lots of evening activities the hair-raising tobog- spent in Verona was also teachers alike, where some retail therapy.

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Local band “The Stormers” will entertain customers attending the official opening of the “Talk of Dundalk” on the site of the former Marthas Vineyard on Raceourse Road this coming Friday March 4 from 10pm.

Customers can either purchase a VIP advance ticket for €10 which will include a bubbly reception and a free drink at the bar as well as the entertainment, but operations manager David Bell stated the bar is open to all subject to capacity of 150 on the night so buying a ticket is not essential.

Other entertainment plans lined up are ABBA/Tina Turner tribute act “Waterloo” on St Patricks night from 10pm and in anticipation of his sellout gig in Dublin, Bruce Sprinsteen tribute act “The Springsteens” will be headlining on Saturday April 2 from 9pm. Within a couple of weeks the bar will also begin sunday lunches, Sunday Accoustic Nights, Open Mic Nights on Mondays as well as the talent Show PUB IDOL and Quiz nights with cash prizes! The venue already has a number of private party bookings lined up.

Excitement building ahead of HaggleRock production With a flurry of excitement and expectation, HaggleRock Theatre Group are busy making the final preparations for their production of their new comedy For Better, For Worse. The production manager, Joan Wilson, and her formidable team of Fiona O’Murchú, Mary Reilly and Amy Galligan are putting the

finishing touches to the set.

For Better, For Worse was written by accomplished playwright Jimmy Keary, a native of Co Westmeath.

HaggleRock were thrilled when Jimmy graciously accepted their invitation to attend a dress rehearsal last Tuesday night. Jimmy very kindly offered supportive cri-

tique and feedback. He also provided deep insight into the characters he created.

Directed by Patricia Reynolds, who is assisted by Caraline Whittenham, For Better, For Worse centres around farmer Gabriel Foley, played by Robbie Callan.

Gabriel has just recently married Chrissie (Ciara

McGinnity) but the marriage is already in trouble. Gabriel’s mother Aggie (Joanne Dalton) lives with the married couple, which causes some tension.

However, things get a whole lot worse when Gabriel invites his, recently-widowed, aunt Lucy (Bridget Kelly) to stay. Additional

characters include Lucy’s friend Lily McGinty (Karen Maguire); Gabriel’s friend Liam Gavigan (John Tumilty) and his workmate Johnny Dowdall (Tom Doonan); the forward-thinking liberal Miriam Maguire (Brigitte Nelson) and the sophisticated counsellor Crispin Tweed (Jack Montgomery).

For Better, For Worse will be staged in the Geraldines GFC on Thursday, Friday and Saturday March 10, 11 and 12 at 8pm.

Tickets cost €10 and they are available from HaggleRock members, BHK Credit Union, and St Francis NS. Contact Amy on 086 226 8606.

Dealgan Nursing Home Art Exhibition

Ellen, Bridget, Sinead and Denis Willi ams with Mai O’Reilly (front), who had two paiontings in the Dealgan Nursing Home Art Exhibition.

Anne Woods, Maureen Donnelly and May Hamill.

Eoin Farrelly and Nora Byrne.

Kathleen and Gillian Tennyson.

Briege Kenwright, Maisie Mulhollan d, Amy Smyth and Bernadette and Sean Roche.

Tommy Cotter and Jacqui Mackin.

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Mothers’ Day Sunday 6th March

The history of Mother's Day is centuries old and the earliest Mother's Day celebrations can be traced back to the spring celebrations of ancient Greece in hon-

our of Rhea the Mother of the Gods.

The Celts too used the day as a means of honouring their own Goddesses, most especially Brigid, Goddess

of Spring, Áine Goddess of Fertility and Buí Goddess of the Earth.

However it was during the 1600s, that the idea of a day especially for mothers really

caught on. The early Christians in England celebrated a day to honour Mary, the Mother of Christ. By a religious order the holiday was later expanded in its scope to include all mothers, and named as the Mothering Sunday.

day together. So over time the church festival blended with the Mothering Sunday celebration.

Eventually a compromise was reached and people began honouring their mothers as well as the church. Finally Celebrated on the this led to the modern fourth Sunday of Lent, celebration which we all "Mothering Sunday" know and love today. honoured the mothers of England. During this time many of the England's poor worked as servants for the wealthy.

As most jobs were located far from their homes the servants would live at the houses of their employers having very little time for themselves.

On Mothering Sunday however the servants would not only have the day off but were actively encouraged to return home and spend the day with their mothers.

A special cake called the mothering cake made with the dried fruits and exotic spices was often brought home by the daughters to provide a festive touch.

As Christianity spread throughout Europe the celebration changed from being centred on actual mothers to one of honouring the "Mother Church" the spiritual power that in those days everybody believed gave them life and protected them from harm.

People were however reluctant to give up their traditional family

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Coláiste Rís are treading the boards once again

Two years after their hugely successful production of “Grease”, the students of Coláiste Rís are hitting the stage again with their production of the highly acclaimed musical “Little Shop of Horrors” this April.

Transition Year students have been busy rehearsing since auditions in early October, under the watchful eyes of directing teachers Evan Markey and Ellen Gill.

Speaking about the event, Transition Year student Conall Meegan who plays the lead role of Seymour said everyone in-

volved was looking forward to the show.

“All of the Transition Year students are involved in the production, including the promotion of the event, the costumes and the set design so it’s a big production with everyone working as a team.”

“Learning the routines was probably most difficult for us all, as there were many moves involved, but we’re delighted with what we’ve achieved and we’re certain we’ll put on a fantastic show.”

Aisling Reilly (Ardee Concert Band ) - 1st place winner open solo competition with Adjudicator Brian Daly.

Little Shop of Horrors is based around Seymour Krelbourne, a young man working in an old, run-down flower shop on Skidrow.

Following a total eclipse he discovers an alien plant that feeds on human blood. Watch as the story unfolds throughout what is sure to be an entertaining night of theatre.

“Little Shop of Horrors” will be held in An Táin Theatre on April 6, 7 and 8 at 8pm. Tickets are available from www.antain. ie.

Cathal Flanagan (Ardee Concert Band ) - 1st place winner u-18 solo competition with Adjudicator Brian Daly

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n March 2011 Louisa McGourty opened up a brand new shop on Clanbrassil St called Sparkles Dry Cleaners and over the past five years she has watched her business grow thanks to hard work and a loyal customer base.

From day one Louisa has provided a professional, specialised drycleaning and laundry service and over the last five years she has grown her business to include extra services such as ironing, alterations, and a pick-up and delivery service.

According to Louisa she has put a lot of hard work into her business over the past five years and she has been rewarded with a loyal customer base who continue to enjoy her excellent service and competitive rates.

“I can’t believe I’ve

Sparkles Dry Cleaners on Clanbrassil Street. been in the shop five years already. I’d like to thank all my customers for their support since I started up and for their continued support in the future,”

Huge success for Ardee band in regional solo competition The high standard of musicianship in Ardee Concert Band was once again evident by the excellent performances of Aisling Reilly in winning the Open Section and Cathal Flanagan in winning the Under 18 Section of the Annual Irish Association of Brass & Concert Bands Solo and Ensemble competitions which were hosted by Ardee

Concert Band in the Bohemian Centre, Ardee on Sunday February 21. Seventy Soloists and ten ensembles representing seven bands from Louth, Meath, Cavan and Monaghan took part in a fantastic day of music.

The adjudicator for the day was Brian Daly musical director of Stedfast Brass Band in Blackrock Co Dublin.

“Ardee Concert Band send their congratulations to all the performers and winners.

It takes a lot to go up and perform on your own or even as part of a small group in front of an audience. All credit to the performers and their families for the support they show to them” said Concert Band PRO Sinéad Nutley.

Dunleer Tidy Towns Plan Dunleer Tidy Towns committee is now at the final stages of planning for renewal of the town. They held their final meeting with the town planner Helen O’Keeffe from Dublin on Saturday Last. We thank the public for all their submissions and ideas, and there were some interesting ones submitted.

There is just another two weeks before the plan is finalised and we would invite any business or organisations in the town with an interest in any aspect of development to let the committee have your ideas before 15th

March 2016 by dropping your ideas into the box provided in the Market House.

Next comes the final draught of the plan and a date for launching of the plan. This will come about in the next eight weeks. It will be an open meeting where the planner will talk about the planning process and how the different aspect will be brought about.

People can choose to get involved whether through financial assistance, volunteering skills or just plain hands on activity in the day to day work

of the Tidy Towns like planting cleaning tidying painting or your skills in particular profession, towards the completion of the plan over the next 5 years.

Over the next few months it is hoped to complete a skills register of the people in the town willing to help out in this task of the completing the plan. The committee hopes to call to each house asking if you wish to participate in any way in the completing of this work.

Dunleer Tidy Towns will keep you informed over the next few weeks of the upcoming launch.

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We support all your dry cleaning requirements from general everyday workwear through to custom designer items and we work with all materials/

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e v i F g n i t a r b Cele s s e n i s u B n I Years

Louisa McGourty, proprietress, Sparkles.

fabrics to bring you the best service available.

We pride ourselves on a fast efficient service and if somebody leaves in a dress or suit to be dry cleaned we guarantee it will be ready the next day. We also offer favourable rates and the best customer service around as well as striving to ensure full satisfaction first time and every time, “ added Louisa.

As well as providing a drop in service in the shop, Louisa also offers a collection and delivery service for anybody living in the Dundalk area. Sparkles Dry Cleaners are also a trusted name in the local business community and work with many companies around town and beyond to help them with their dry cleaning needs.

Having built up her business to the point where Sparkles is now one of Dundalk’s most well known, reputable dry cleaners Louisa is looking forward to her next five years in business and taking care of Dundalk’s Dry Cleaning needs.

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Friday 4th Mar Karaoke with

damian Saturday 5th Mar Live Music with

Riley & The Moonrockets Sunday 6th Mar Live Music with

mind the gap All Private Parties catered for We can organise your Music & Food needs

10 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk

Fri 4th Mar Live music with

Alex

The Moscow Ballet presents

Swan Lake

10th March €25, €40, €120

Christy Moore 12th March €40

Mike Denver

13th March Tickets €25

Gary Kelly & Drogheda Abacus School presents

Strictly Come Dancing with an Irish Twist March 16th Tickets€20

Tommy Tiernan “Out of the Whirlwind” Lively Acoustic Cover Set starts 9.30pm Sat 5th Mar Live music with

CURRAGH An acoustic session of a unique eclectic interpretation of classic hit covers of Rock, Irish & Folk Music from 9.30pm

Separate Private Function Room available for 21st, Christenings, Private parties, Gigs enquiries to 085 7875522

19th March Tickets €28

Macalla 1916

27th March Tickets €25

Naomh Fionnbarra & St Anne's Strictly Come Dancing 9th April

Rathkenny Revels 22nd-24th April Tickets €15 Snooker Legends

Ronnie O'Sullivan & Jimmy White

18th May VIP Tickets SOLD OUT Tickets €30 Available at: Carroll’s Bookshop, Park Street, Dundalk 042 9334359; The Sound Shop Drogheda 041 9831078; The TLT Tel: 041 9878560; The D Hotel Tel: 041 9877700; Finlays Ardee Tel: 041 6856505; Also available online at www.thetlt.ie

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Musical Society back on stage with Showtime

Dundalk Musical Society will take to the stage on Friday April 8 with their latest presentation “Showtime”.

This Cabaret style concert will take place in the beautiful surroundings of the Crowne Plaza Hotel at 8pm.

This format has been a very successful venture for the society and has been a sell out event for the last number of years, according to PRO of the society Paudie Breen.

“This style of concert

has been a real hit with the public as they can enjoy a wonderful evening of musical theatre in a very relaxed atmosphere, and many people decide to make a night of it by having a meal beforehand or perhaps a little tipple afterwards”.

Showtime will feature a diverse range of treats from the world of musicals and will take patrons on a journey from the golden age of musicals with shows like West Side Story, Calamity Jane, Cabaret,

Some of the cast members of Showtime

Talk on climate change On March 7 at 8pm Prof John Sweeney of Maynooth University will deliver an illustrated talk on Climate Change in general and its effect on Ireland in particular.

The talk will take place in the Spirit Store upstairs, Dundalk Docks, Dundalk. John is a climatology specialist.

Over the past 30 years he has published approximately 60 scientific papers and edited/ co-authored 4 texts on various aspects of climatology and climate change in Ireland.

He currently leads a number of nationally funded research projects examining various aspects of climate change in Ireland. Professor Sweeney contributed to the reports of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, which was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007.

John is currently President of An Taisce, the National Trust of Ireland.

Entry is free and all are welcome.

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and right up to the present day with west-end smash hits such as Miss Saigon, Jekyll and Hyde.

It will also be an opportunity to hear the wonderful music from

Sister Act, which wowed audiences with six sell out shows last October.

Tickets are priced at €15 and are on sale now from News and Deli, Park St, the

reception of the Crowne Plaza or any cast member.

For group bookings or those who require assistance contact Paudie on (085) 7306179.

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Family Notices in memoriam

in memoriam

novena

novena to the sacred heart

Pictured at the edundalk international networking dinner

News Minister is guest at in Brief networking dinner Oxfam Easter Raffle

Oxfam on Clanbrassil St will hold their Easter Raffle on Wednesday March 23 (Spy Wednesday). First prize is an exclusive Michael Kors designer handbag.

Second prize is an Easter Hamper while third prize is two bottles of wine.

Tickets cost €2 per line or €5 for three lines and can be purchased in the Oxfam shop on Clanbrassil Street.

Carr 7th ANNIVERSARY In loving memory of Cormac Carr.

To hear both your voices, To see both your smiles, To sit and talk to you both a while.

To be together in the same old way, Would be our only wish today, Always in our thoughts.

Cormac and Alice.

—Sadly missed by husband Liam, daughter-in-law Elaine, grandsons Ben and Sean. Anniversary Mass 10.30am, on 6th March, St Nicholas Church.

On Saturday 13 February at Crown Plaza Dundalk, the Minister for Business and employment – Gerald Nash TD was the special guest at the third annual eDundalk international networking dinner and celebration.

The project initiated by Amaka Mercy Okonkwo is a social enterprise with a vision to see an Ireland where migrants are represented at leadership positions across all sectors.

The aim is to promote employability, social inclusion, development education, integration and tourism.

In 2014 eDundalk was selected to participate with another 27 projects across Ireland at School for Social Entrepreneurs Ireland first Incubator.

Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail). P.L. novena to the sacred heart Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail). S.W.

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Music and dance were the highlight at the launch of this year’s St Patrick’s Day Parade which was held in An Tain Theatre on Thursday evening.

The parade committee is delighted to have local man Michael Murphy and his family in attendance following his appointment as this year’s parade Grand Marshal, Michael celebrated his 100th Birthday on February 16 which ties in perfectly with the parade theme of ‘A Century Past – Reeling Through the Years’.

Parade orgaisers Dundalk Bids and Dundalk Chamber were also delighted to welcome representatives from our main sponsors, Gerry

Cunningham from Fyffes, Tom Darcy from Dundalk Credit Union and Cllr Maria Doyle from Louth County Council whose support will go towards creating a great family and community day.

Elaine McGeough from the Longwalk Shopping Centre who is sponsoring one of the main floats for the parade said: “Each year the parade is growing and getting better and this year we hope that the main float will really have that Wow factor and have people talking for years to come”.

The entertainment for the evening was provided

by Carmel Connolly Irish Dance School and Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Eireann,

Dún Dealgan. The attendees then sang Happy Birthday to Michael as he was presented with a special birthday cake provided by Cinnamon Bakery in the shape of a shamrock.

Parade chairperson David Minto welcomed two groups who will be participating in this year’s parade who are also celebrating reaching milestones, Clan Na Gael GFC who are celebrating their 100th anniversary and Quay Celtic who are celebrating their 50th anniversary.

“We look forward to seeing their parade entries. With an estimated 20,000 spectators attending last year’s Dundalk St

Patrick’s Day parade, we expect this year’s parade to be a bigger and better event with wonderful entertainment for all the family. Keep an eye on our Facebook page -St. Patrick’s Day Dundalk for further up-dates on the parade and surrounding events”, he stated.

The parade will start at 1pm on Thursday March 17 and will be followed by family fun and entertainment zone at the Market Square until 5pm.

If your club or group are interested in taking part in this year’s parade, please email certs@ dundalk.ie or phone 042 9336343 where you can get the necessary information from Ann or Kim.

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in Brief Residents’ Association

There will be an inaugural meeting held of Residents of School Lane and Drogheda Road Dunleer at the Market House Dunleer on Wednesday March 2 2016 at 8pm. in the Market House. The purpose of the meeting is to form a Residents Association to represent People in this area of Dunleer. All welcome.

Darts League

All four Divisions remain tight in the Dundalk and District Darts League and all is still to play for.

In the premier Division Courtney’s A are still on top with the Nest just two points behind, closely followed by the Avenue Eagle’s In Division 1 The Lumpers are four points clear of Windmill Wanderers and the Fane who are both tied on 13 points.

Division 2 is very close with Fergusons just one point clear Johnny Masons at the top with Courtneys B, Windmill Warriors and Malthouse Magicians close behind.

Division 3 is the tightest in the league with newcomers The Barleycorn just one point off the Punter’s Dragon’s and the Stags Blue.

Annual Meeting

Dundalk U 18 girls rugby team had a blistering win against TaBarys (St Mary’s, Old Belvedere and Tallaght). Captained by Meadhbh O’Callaghan, the team took charge from the get go in this Leinster League clash. It was a long overdue win for a dedicated team that has trained hard all season.

The AGM of the Dundalk Parents and Friends of the Intellectually Disabled will be held on Monday March 7 at 7.45pm in Dundalk Partnership Court.

Contact Mary Moran on 0868214179.

Death Notices Bernard Byrne, Newtown, Knockbridge, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, on Monday February 29th.

Bernard, beloved husband of Rose much loved father of Mary, Geraldine, Martina, Brian, Paul, Francis and Damien. Sadly missed by daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, relatives and friends.

Elizabeth (Betty) Gorman (nee Rooney) 14 Dawsons Desmense, Ardee, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, on Sunday February 28. Sadly missed by her loving husband Benny, sons Martin, Bernard, Anthony, Peter, Ciaran and Gabriel. Daughtersin-law, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, relatives and friends.

Patrick (Packie) McDonnell Oaklawns, Dundalk,

peacefully in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital surrounded by his family on Sunday February 28.

Packie beloved husband of the late Maisie (nee Ruddy) and dear father of Anthony, Mary Connor, Martin (USA), Eilish Donohoe, Roma Rogers, Shirley and Pat. Deeply regretted by his sons, daughters 13 grandchildren, brother Michael, sisters Bess, Rosaleen, and May, relatives and friends.

Sr Carmel Dodd SSL St. Louis Convent, Dundalk/Roscommon, suddenly, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda on Saturday February 27. Very deeply regretted by her sister Colette McBride, brother Fr. Kieran, brother-in-law Columb, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great-grandnieces and nephews, relatives, friends and her St. Louis family.

Patsy Halpenny, Pepperstown, Ardee, peacefully at the Louth County Hospital. Deeply regretted by his sisters Kathleen and Mary, brothers Tom, Oliver and James, nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Kathleen Lynch (née Woods) Rathmolyon, Meath / Toberona, Dundalk, peacefully at her home on Saturday February 27. Beloved wife of Sean and loving mother of Matthew and Mary.

Deeply regretted by her loving family, grandchildren Sean, Roisin, Claire, and Dearbhla, brothers Tommy, John and Owen-Joe, sisters Rosie and Mary, son-inlaw Ivor, brother-in law, sistersin-law, nephews, nieces, neighbours, relatives and friends.

Eileen Kearney (née D’Arcy) Dublin Road, Haggardstown,

and formerly of Sligo, peacefully in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda on Thursday February 25, after being looked after in Dealgan Nursing Home. 25th February 2016. Eileen beloved wife of the late Joe. Deeply regretted by step sons Brian and Joe, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Mairead Oliver, Earlsquarter, Riverstown, Dundalk, peacefully, at home, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday February 25. Beloved mother of Ciara, dear daughter of Bridie and the late Tom and much loved sister of Mary, Siobhán, Eugene, Noleen, Pauline and Bríd. She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing daughter, mother, sisters, brother, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends

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Up to €4,250 scrappage and 3.9% APR finance available across the Renault van range Renault Master from €79 per week with 5 years’ warranty and roadside assistance Finance Example: Renault Master MM35, RRP €24,300 less scrappage and cash deposit €5,665. Term 60 months, €339 per month. APR 3.9%, weekly equivalent €79. Payments will be drawn monthly. Total cost of credit €1,855 inc doc and completion fee €75. Offer is made under hire purchase agreement, subject to lending criteria, available on all orders before 31st March 2016. The value of scrappage allowance is up to €4,250 on the Renault van range. Vans offered for scrappage must be no older than 8 years with a maximum of 200,000 miles and must have a current DOE. Terms and conditions apply. [Warning: You will not own these goods until the final payment is made].

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