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Wednesday, 3rd April, 2019. Vol. 12, Issue 14 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth

Gardaí uncover €25m booze and cigs plant Tel: 042 9320888. Fax: 042 9329676. Email: editorial@dundalkleader.com; advertising@dundalkleader.com

By Paul Byrne

Louth TD Declan Breathnach has stated that he is optimistic that the authorities can track down the people behind the €25m illegal alcohol and cigarette plant which was discovered on Saturday. Following a joint intelligence led operation by the Cross Border Joint Action Task Force, Gardaí from Dundalk assisted by the Northern Regional Armed Support Unit and officers from the Department of Revenue carried out a search of a warehouse at Knockbridge, in the early hours of Saturday morning. As a result of the search Gardaí uncovered an alcohol bottling plant and a cigarette manufacturing facto-

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ry which had the capability of producing cigarettes and alcohol with an estimated loss of €25 million euro to the exchequer. No arrests were made during the search and investigations are ongoing. Fianna Fáil TD Declan Breathnach praised the excellent work of those who uncovered the huge operation. “From my point of view living in a border area, crime knows no boundaries. We need to build on the crossborder co-operation which exists between An Garda Siochána and the PSNI in tackling rural crime,” he stated. “The discovery this weekend of the huge quantity of counterfeit alcohol and Continued on Page 2

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Gardaí uncover €25m alcohol and cigarette factory

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From Page 1 cigarettes in a warehouse in my own townland of Knockbridge resulted from intelligence gathered by the Cross Border Joint Agency Task Force, set up three years ago to investigate organised crime on both sides of the Border, including paramilitarism. “As I said at the weekend, I wish to commend the good work of An Garda Síochána and the Northern Ireland Regional Armed Response Unit together with Revenue in discovering this illegal warehouse,” added Declan. The Knockbridge man went on to warn consumers about the dangers of buying alcohol and cigarettes on the black market. “Investigations are ongoing and I do sincerely hope that those behind this illegal operation can be identified and prosecuted. Uncovering this plant, which has potentially cost the exchequer in the region of €25million in the cigarette value alone will only send a strong message

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Inside the warehouse which was used to produce cigarettes and alcohol

to others involved in similar criminality if those directly involved are apprehended and prosecuted. “From a health perspective, what was happening at the warehouse was the bottling a rough mix of raw alcohol and water, which was being labelled and passed off as wellknown vodka brands Smirnoff and Absolut. For consumers of a product such as this, there is no telling what is in the mix. The same goes for counterfeit cigarettes, which can contain lots of really undesirable ingredients. “I am optimistic that the co-ordinated, intelligence led response from Gardaí and Revenue will deliver on identifying the individuals at the centre of this. “While the owners of these warehouse premises cannot be found to be in any way liable for what sort of business is carried on in their premises I urge them to be more responsible in finding out beforehand what sort of business will be

carried on from their premises. “My own community of Knockbridge is a small, rural village close to the border and it appears some have been willing to take advantage of that. This sort of behaviour is certainly not reflective of the majority of decent people living in the vicinity. I urge anyone with information related to this discovery to contact Gardaí in the locality,” concluded Declan.

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Maeve slams the hypocrisy over 2019 election posters Independent Councillor Maeve Yore has expressed her astonishment after political parties and local election candidates voted against

her County Motion on the voluntary code of practice not to erect election posters for the upcoming Local Elections on 24th May 2019

and subsequent election campaigns across Co Louth. Fifteen cross party and one Independent Councillor rejected

Cllr Yore’s Motion last Monday at the monthly Louth County Council meeting. She was only supported by Cllr Peter Savage and Dromiskin Tidy Towns member Cllr Liam Reilly. Cllr Yore had asked all present to consider the impact on our envi-

ronment, sustainability, single use plastic and the cost. The Independent Councillor advised in the 2014 Local Elections 2038 candidates who ran for 750 seats used 600 hundred thousand posters costing €3million which would take 400 years to bio-

degrade. The Dundalk South Councillor suggested a designated area in each municipal area be set up as a possible option where each candidate could display one poster. She also reminded her fellow Councillors that 13 Tidy Towns Groups from

across Louth had also called for a voluntary commitment from all candidates not to erect posters within a 50km radius of their towns and villages. Cllr Yore said social media has proved to be very successful in campaigns and her posts regularly reach 3

thousand people. She concluded by slamming the hypocrisy of some elected representatives who had attended the student protest at Market Square Dundalk where they called for action on climate change yet voted against her proposal.

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upcoming production “Showtime” a limited number are now left and will be available at the door on the night. This cabaret style concert will take place in the relaxed and comfortable setting of the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Friday

April 5 at 8pm. The concert will feature a selection of songs from some of the greatest musicals of all time, from favourites like The King and I, Oklahoma, Showboat, to the more modern classics like Cats, Chess

and the smash hit movie Mary Poppins Returns as well as a selection from the back catalog of the inimitable Andrew Lloyd Webber to name but a few. Tickets are priced at €15 and are available from any cast member,

the reception of the Crowne Plaza Hotel or News and Deli, Park Street. This is the society’s main fundraiser for their October musical, which this year will be the exciting new Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Musical.

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Peter McCaughey (19) won Sunday’s Singles Stableford thanks to a great back nine of 22pts which allowed him to edge out Conor McCaughey (6) on countback after both had shot 41pts. He had gone out in 19th after picking up three points at the third, fourth, fifth and eighth and added another five down the back at the 12th, 11th, 13th 14th and 18th. Conor McCaughey took Category 1 and also recorded the best gross score of 35pts while Category 2 was won by Ollie English (13) and Sean

Moriarty (23) won Category 3. Fionn Cunningham (26) was the juvenile prize-winner. The first Wednesday Open Singles took place last week with Liam O’Mahony (18) taking the overall victory after shooting 42pts. Caolan Rafferty, Aaron Grant and Eoin Murphy will tee it up in this week’s West of Ireland Championship at Rosses Point which starts on Thursday and will be a four round strokeplay event with the cut falling after 54 holes. Josh Mackin missed out on one of the 12 qualifying

places last Sunday by one shot after shooting a four-over par 71 while Neal Mackell also missed out after a 79. Rafferty, Grant and Murphy warmed up for the West at the Laytown & Bettystown Scratch Cup last week where defending champion Rafferty finished fifth after two one over par rounds of 72 and Grant and Murphy also finished in the top 15. The closing date for the various matchplay events has been moved to Monday, April 8. The draws will be made later that week.

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DkIT named Enterprise and Innovation Centre of the Year

Established in 1989, the Regional Development Centre (RDC) was the first campusbased enterprise and innovation centre in Ireland. Since its inception, the centre has supported more than 1,600 entrepreneurs through a variety of supports aimed at helping them to grow and sustain their businesses. Aidan Browne, Head of Innovation and Business Development at DkIT discusses how his team effectively builds links between enterprise and higher education to foster a culture of entrepreneurship and collaboration in the region.

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“At the RDC we offer everything expected from a highclass enterprise and innovation centre including state of the art facilities, collaboration opportunities with researchers, access to expert networks, incubation supports, business coaching and unrivalled access to DkIT’s impressive pool of talent.” “By using our centre, companies can avoid some of the major hurdles associated with establishing a new business in a city, such as the high cost of office space, grid-locked commutes and battles for talent. In 2017, we also became the first campus-based incubator to of-

fer 1GB dedicated broadband speeds to client companies.” At its core, the RDC aims to secure practical solutions to client requirements by leveraging the resources and expertise at DkIT and to complement the support provided by the State agencies and the private sector, as Aidan explains. “More than 190 companies have engaged in incubation support at our centre and many of those have tapped into our extensive research capability. We have had some major success stories, such as Irish telecoms company, Digiweb which now employs more than

200 people internationally, Big Mountain Productions which is a major supplier in the both domestic and international television and film markets, IntactSoftware employing in excess of 150 people both locally and in strategic regions internationally and Hanley Energy which recently opened Ireland’s first Data Centre Research and Development Hub.” A more recent client success includes GPS performance monitoring and analysis company, STATSports Technologies whose client list includes UK, Spanish and Italian premier league soccer teams.

The Regional Development Centre team is named Enterprise & Innovation Centre of the Year 2019. Pictured [from left] are: Garrett Duffy, Incubation Centre Manager; Martina Goss, Programme Manager New Frontiers Programme Manager; Pauline Quinn, Administration, RDC; Michael Mulvey, PhD, DkIT President; Aidan Browne, Head of Innovation & Business Development, RDC; Grainne Murphy, Administration, RDC; Anne Tinnelly, Administration, RDC; Neil McLoughlin, Technology Transfer Manager, RDC.

Commemorative plaque unveiled in Carlingford In Carlingford’s Station House last Saturday, 9th March, James McArevey and Michael Mallon of Newry Maritime Association (NMA) jointly unveiled with Harry McCarthy of Carlingford Lough Heritage Trust (CLHT) a plaque commemorating the collision between the passenger steamer Connemara and the collier Retriever on the night of 3rd November 1916. As many readers will know, the collision took place at the mouth of Carlingford Lough in extremely stormy conditions and was followed immediately by the catastrophic explosions of both ships’ boilers. Ninety-four lives were lost. Famously the sole survivor, James Boyle from

RCNE Concert

A Maytime Serenade concert in aid of Rape Crisis North East will take place in An Táin Arts Centre Main Theatre Dundalk on Saturday May 11 at 8pm. The show involves favourites like Showboat, My Fair Lady, Les Misérables, and many more well-known classics. Admission €25. Tickets from An Táin Arts Centre.

Death Notices Paul Brennan Old Muirhevna, Dublin Road, Dundalk, peacefully in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Saturday March 30. Paul (Retired Primary School Headmaster), beloved husband of the late Eilish (née McCormick) and dear father of Sarah and Susan and grandfather of Sophie, brother of Mary Brennan Conway. Deeply regretted by his daughters, granddaughter, brother in law Tom, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Noeleen Moore (née Morton) Toberona Cottages and late of St. Nicholas Avenue, peacefully at home surrounded with her family by her side on Sunday March 31. Beloved wife of the late Michael and cherished mother of Gwen, Emmanuel, Mary and Jason. Noeleen will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her children, grandchildren Adam, Kerri, Ben, Luke, Liam, Conor and Lisamarie, great granddaughter Laragh, brothers Eddie, Oliver and Pat, sister Vera, sons-in-law Leslie Casey and Leslie Callan, daughters-in-law Roisin and Aoife, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and friends. Thomas Shields St Joseph’s Park, on Saturday March 30. Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Margaret, brother Freddie, sisters Mary Tuite and Briege Maguire. He will be sadly missed by his loving brothers Paddy, Gerard and Brendan, sisters Margaret Farrell, Doreen Rogers and Bernadette Costello, brothers and sisters in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, wonderful neighbours and friends. Dessie Tuite 472 Ashling Park, Dundalk, peacefully, after a short illness, in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Sunday March 31. Son of the late Mona and Paddy, loving husband of Esther and dear father of Gareth, Sarah and the late Emma. He will be sadly missed by his wife, son, daughter, son-in-law Darren, daughter-in-law Angie, grandchildren Ryan, Emma, Keane, Jessica and Preston, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Fr Brian McGrath St. Joseph’s Monastery, St. Alphonsus Road, Dundalk, peacefully in Blackrock Abbey Nursing Home on Saturday

March 30. Predeceased by his his brother John and sister Alma, Deeply regretted by his brother Pat (Sutton), sister in-law Eileen, nephews John, Conor, Ronan and Brian, niece Geraldine, extended family relatives and friends, The Redemptorist Community and Confreres. Johnny Callaghan Hale St, Ardee, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, on Thursday March 28. Predeceased by his sisters Antoinette and Alish. Deeply regretted by his loving family, his wife Rosemary, sons Peter and Andrew, daughter Elizabeth, brothers Peter, Enda and Thomas, sisters Delma, Gay, Therese and Christine, son-in-law Patrick, daughters-in-law Leanne and Laura, grandchildren Kate, Ruth, Ciara, Kelly, Emily, Eimear, Bobby, Harry and Sean, aunt Agnes, brothersin-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Anne Earle (née Byrne), Waterville Crescent, Dundalk, late of Dublin, peacefully, at home surrounded by her three sons on Friday March 29. Beloved wife of the late William “Ernie”, predeceased by her siblings Paddy and Leila, loving mother of Roy, Robert and Richard. Anne will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her sons, grandsons David, Brian, Mark and Matthew, daughters-in-law Paula, Margaret and Orla, sisters Maureen and Dolores, brothers Noel, Maurice and Gerard, nieces, nephews, extended family neighbours and friends. Elizabeth (Betty) McKay (née O’Rourke) Bray, and late of Ardee, peacefully surrounded by her loving family in St. Vincent’s Private Hospital on Thursday March 28. Beloved wife of the late Kevin and grandmother of the late Paul. Sadly missed and remembered with love by her children Jackie, Karl, Alison, Fergal and Valerie, sons-in-law David, Tom and Paul, daughter-in-law Carmel, grandchildren Robert, Shane, Lauren, Rhys, Gavin, Senan, Safron and Sage, brother Tony, sisters Geraldine and Brenda, brothers-in-law Jim and Paddy, sister-in-law Ann, extended family and friends. Christopher Griffin Mullaboy, Stone Trough, Carrick Rd, Knockbridge, peacefully,

at The Mater Hospital, Dublin on Thursday March 28. Predeceased by his brother, Bishop Gerard. Very deeply regretted by his loving wife Phyllis (née Branigan) son Darren, sister Rose, daughter-in-law Alisa, grandchildren Cara, Anna, Eimear and John, brothers and sisters in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Pauline McGlade Romford, Essex and formerly of Dundalk, peacefully and contentedly surrounded by her devoted and loving family at St. Francis Hospice Romford on Saturday March 23. Pauline will be sadly missed by her sorrowing mother Agnes, sister Patricia Mc Donnell (Dundalk) and Brenda, nephews Declan, Aidan, and niece Áine, brother-in-law Barry and a large circle of cousins, relatives and friends. Hugh McEntee Afton Drive, Dundalk, and formerly of Dundalk Road, Crossmaglen, peacefully, in the Louth County Hospital on Wednesday March 27. He will be sadly missed by Connie, his daughter Sharon, sons Kevin, Raymond and Hugh, grandchildren, family circle, relatives and friends. Margaret Rogan (née Treanor) Upper Faughart, Dundalk, formerly of Ballagan Cooley, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, on Wednesday March 27. Predeceased by her husband Donal. She will be sadly missed by her loving daughters Julie and Joanne, brothers Johnny and Ownie, sisters Dolly, Betty, Tess, Phil, Anne and Nellie, sonin-law Gerry Byrne, grandchildren Claire, Joanne and Donal, great-grandson Fintan, brothers and sisters in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family relatives, neighbours and friends. Mary Hammond (née O’Halloran), late of Tipperary, Dublin and Blackrock, Dundalk, peacefully at Moorehall Lodge, Drogheda in her 97th year on Monday March 25. Mary, beloved wife of the late Frank, mother of the late Antoinette Magee and grandmother of the late Graham Magee, loving mum to Frances, Patsy, Philip and Frank. Sadly missed by her family, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law,

grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. John McKeown Mullacrew, Louth Village, peacefully in Castleross Nursing Home on Monday March 25. John beloved husband of Rosaleen (née Cumiskey) and dear father of Gavin and Aoife, granddad of Katie and Tommy and brother of Catherine Bannon. Deeply regretted by his wife, son, daughter, grandchildren, daughter-in-law Dorina, sister, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, relatives and friends. Betty McLoughlin (née Farrelly) Knockagh, Hackballscross, Dundalk, on Monday March 25. Beloved wife of John and devoted mother of Nicola, Jonathan and Gillian. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her husband, son, daughters, son-in-law Nigel, daughter-in-law Melissa, grandchildren Sorcha, Ronan and Lucie-May, also her sisters Marie (Newell), Pauline (Martin), Ann (Farrelly), Jacqueline (Smyth), Elaine (Barry), her brothers Dennis and Pat and the entire family circle. John Belotti Milestown, Castlebellingham, (late of ESB Head Office, Dublin), suddenly at home on Saturday March 23. John, beloved son of the late Alfredo and Bridget. Sadly missed by his heartbroken sisters Ursula, Elena, Anna, Clara, Maria and Teresa, his cherished friend Margaret Sexton, brothers-inlaw, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, cousin Roberto, extended family, neighbours and friends. Josephine Campbell (née O’Doherty) Loughanmore, Riverstown, Dundalk, peacefully, in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, on Sunday March 24. Beloved wife of the late Wilbur and dear sister of Anne (Downey), Gretta (O’Doherty), Phil (Mills), Bernadette (Clarke) and the late Mary (D’Arcy), Rosalyn (Lennon), Carmel (McKevitt) and Seán (O’Doherty). She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing sisters, brother-in-law Paddy McKevitt, sister-in-law Margaret O’Doherty, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Warrenpoint, was a non-swimmer. As Harry and James further recounted, the event is remembered in local folklore, in theatre and now in a trail of commemorative plaques laid out by NMA on both sides of Carlingford Lough. It has also been commemorated in recent years by the periodic illumination of Haulbowlline Lighthouse, near which the tragic collision took place. The new plaque is located in Carlingford’s Station House. At the time of the tragedy this was a railway station and many intending passengers for the Connemara would have passed through here on their last fateful journey before boarding the ship in neighbouring

Greenore. In order not to injure the fabric of the historic building, the plaque has been installed on a freestanding lectern which is visible through the curtain-glass window on the seaward side of the Station House, where the railway platform and those same intending passengers would once have stood. Pictured are blacksmith Michael Mallon (who fabricated the plaque and stand), James McArevey of Newry Maritime Association and Harry McCarthy of Carlingford Lough Heritage Trust. A guide to the trail is available from NMA and CLHT. In August of this year NMA hopes to illuminate Haulbowline Lighthouse once again.

Enterprise office hosts bootcamp on growing market The Louth Enterprise Office are hosting a free two-day bootcamp on April 26 and 27 to help local business people understand the over 50s market, also known as the Silver Economy. The LEO can assist the business community and budding entrepreneurs to innovate, adapt their current services and look for new business opportunities to support Ireland’s older population. This intensive two day Bootcamp will take place at Creative Spark, Dundalk. Attendance is free but there are limited places so registering your interest in the Bootcamp is essential. Register

now by calling Sarah Mallon in Local Enterprsie Office Louth on 042 9324184 or email sarah. mallon@leo.louthcoco.ie. “It is widely recognised that over 50’s are the fastest growing and highest earning section of the population. The EU estimates that the over 50s market, or the “Silver Economy”, will be worth over €5 trillion annually by 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for local businesses to focus on this growing market. We encourage local businesses and budding entreprenurs to register early as places are limited and will fill fast,” stated Sarah.

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Muirhevnamor FC to host multicultural football tournament

Ciaran Bond, Liam Burns and Kevin Meenan

Celia Sherry and Fiona Flynn

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A unique multi-cultural football tournament involving Dundalk FC, Muirhevnamor FC, the House in Cox’s and the Dundalk Islamic Centre will take place this Sunday on the all-weather-pitches in Muirhevnamor. The tournament has been labelled as a celebration of Dundalk’s multi-cultural society and aims to break down barriers in terms of racism. The event is being funded by the EU’s PEACE IV programme and will take place between 1pm and 5pm this Sunday. Match funding for the project was provided by the Executive Office in Northern Ireland and the Department of Rural and Community Development in Ireland. Former Sinn Fein councillor Kevin Meenan who has helped organ- Saed Saciid, Iman Nooh Buye and Husen Saciid ise the event was in attendance representing the Muirhevnamor Peace Project. According to Kevin there will also be talks in relation to cultural awareness and diversity throughout the day. “We are really looking forward to getting this tournament up and running next Sunday and there will be tournaments for various underage groups as well as refreshments. We will mix the teams and as well as the football we will also have talks on the day about racism and cultural awareness,” explained Kevin. Former Dundalk FC chairman Ciaran Bond is currently a coach at underage level for Muirhevnamor FC. He also welcomed the upcoming tournament and spoke about breaking down barriers. “”Our club here in Muirhevnamor has become very diverse with players from many different countries and backgrounds joining our club. I suppose this is a microcosm of what is happening around Dundalk at the moment and I think this tournament will allow us to try and Kevin Meenan, Liam Burns, Mike Treacy and Ciaran Bond break down barriers in terms of racism. There are people feeling marginalised in this town and it’s up to us to help try and make them feel more inclusive,” stated Ciaran. Dundalk FC community officer Liam Burns as well as current chairman Mike Treacy were also in attendance and both spoke of football speaking one language and how the spot brings people of different colours and creeds together. Celia Sherry from ‘The House’ in Coxes also spoke saying that she was very grateful to be a part of this tournament while speaking about the inclusive elements of what the tournament could bring to the town. Dundalk Islamic Centre will also take part in the tournament and according to Iman Nooh he was looking forward to using the platform to help provide more information to people about the Muslim community. The tournament will kick off this Sunday at 1pm and all are welcome Meeting gets underway for multicultural football tournament to attend.

Clean-up at Doolargy Avenue Camino Walk for tidy towns The redesign of open, unused spaces in housing estates like Muirhevnamor needs to be a priority for Louth County Council, according to Sinn Féin councillor Ruairí Ó Murchú, who helped in a major clean-up of one such area. A former playground at the back of houses at Doolargy Avenue was cleaned up over the course of three days last week, thanks to council amenity grants to a number of residents’ associations in Muirhevnamor, organised by the Dundalk South representative. The area had become a massive dumping ground for all sorts of waste, including household, builders’ and electrical, and Cllr. Ó Murchú said three industrial-sized skips were provided by Ecological Waste for the job.

Around eight workers from the TUS Muirhevnamor scheme spent three days, with Cllr. Ó Murchú, clearing the waste and the area has now been secured. Cllr. Ó Murchú said: ‘It was clear once we started that this area had become a massive dumping ground for all types of material and I want to commend the TUS workers for the great job they did in clearing it. ‘I also want to pay tribute to the council who not only provided the shovels and gloves for the job, as well as the amenity grants to pay for the waste removal, but also took away 20 further bags of rubbish we collected once the skips were full to capacity. ‘There was also support from the council’s litter warden, who

has committed to prioritising any reports made to him of dumping in this area into the future. ‘This was a huge task and everyone pulled together to ensure it was completed. But it cannot be allowed to get bad again. It is imperative that people in the area feel confident about reporting dumping here. ‘Those who used this area as a dumping ground are anti-community and their behaviour is antisocial. People in the area should have no concern reporting littering when they see it. ‘The longer term solution, however, is for these spaces and alleyways to be designed out of areas like Doolargy Avenue by council investment, through infill housing or garden extensions’.

Dunleer Tidy Towns are launching a major fundraising effort with a sponsored Camino walk in Spain to Santiago De Campostella in North West Spain, a distance of 126km. Pat Roche is undertaking his walk along with this son Francis to raise funds for the next project for the Tidy Towns which is the erection of a St Brigid’s Cross and Welcome Sign on the North side of the Railway Bridge on Dundalk Road near Darby’s Garage. Pat will undertake the walk of 126 Km over six days in April walking the Camino trail so any sponsorship you can afford to give would be greatly appreciated. The street collection to support this project

is taking place on Friday March 29 on Main Street from 9am to 1pm on Friday. In 2016 the Dunleer Tidy Towns undertook a five-year Development Dunleer and this is the third year of the plan. The group has made some major strides forward in this plan and will just finish the first three years in April 2019.

To reflect they have completed the naming of all streets, pointer signs for different locations in the town, a welcome sign and Mill Wheel on Drogheda Road. Fifty trees planted in 2017 for which they won a national award, eight trees in 2018 and a further 20 planted this year. There are nine more trees going in on Mountain Road opposite Moun-

tain View. A new improved footpath layout at the corner of Station Road and Main Street, new lighting on Mountain Road, cameras at the recycle centre, information cabinet on Ardee Road, Main Street and at the library, along with seven planter boxes with trees on Main Street. In the course of all this work the committee also launched a threeyear bio diversity plan which is nearly finished with some work still to do. This year in order to realign themselves and the town with the bio diversity and wildlife plan they have replanted the Station Road with Hydrangeas and ground cover on the right hand side which should be coming on this spring.

exciting tales! Spring into Storytime is completely free and all are welcome to attend. Storytime sessions will take place in Dundalk Library on Saturday April 6 at 11:30am, Saturday 13th at 11:30am, Thursday 18th at 3pm and Satur-

day 27th at 11:30am. E Services Demonstration Louth Libraries has a fantastic Free Digital Library Service. This includes access to thousands of E-Books, E-Audio Books, Full Colour Digital Magazines, Online Newspapers, Man-

go Languages and over 500 courses in the Universal Class. Find out more on Wednesday 3rd of April at 3pm. For further information contact Dundalk Library at Tel : 042 9353190 or Email : libraryhelpdesk@louthcoco.ie.

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Dundalk fc and Fyffes get kitted out in support of Temple Street Children’s Hospital

Brian Gartland and Patrick Hoban with Dundalk Chairman Mike Treacy and Gerry Cunningham, MD Fyffes at the launch of Dundalk FC’s new third kit that the team will wear this year as part of a plan by the club and its sponsor Fyffes to raise funds for Temple Street Children’s Hospital, at a photocall at Oriel Park in Dundalk. Picture:Arthur Carron

Sub Aqua club’s first club dive trip away in 2019

Members of Dundalk Sub Aqua Club on a dive trip in Donegal

Dundalk Sub Aqua Club dive regularly in Carlingford Lough, and also organise dive trips away to a variety of interesting parts of the country. -Donegal and the Wild Atlantic Way is tinfamous. As a club we have visited a nnumber of dive sites along Donegal’s ,rugged coastline. On Saturday last a convoy of 29 t divers with three club boats and equipment headed across the country. e Weather conditions will dictate which d hdive site is suitable. Having checked hthe weather forecast we were hopeful of getting in some good diving in one

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of our favourite dive sites in Mulroy Bay, Northwest Donegal. This site is very suitable for the new divers in the group as well as catering for the experienced divers. The diving was exciting and it was great to introduce the new members to the wonders of the sea. The launch site at Mulroy Bay is just a short distance over the hill to Downings where we had arranged accommodation in the delightful Beach Hotel. An added bonus is the spectacular scenery and the warm welcome we received. A weekend to be remembered.

Cllr Peter Savage not contesting 2019 election

dAfter 45 years of odedicated service to eCounty Louth Peter d Savage has decided not h to contest the upcoming local elections in d May. Erin McGreehan has been selected to contest the position vacated by Peter Savage with his full endorsement and the endorserment of local Fianna Fáil organisation Erin and Donal live in the Cooley Peninsula with their four -young children. The local elections candi2date is a local lady who -attended Mullaghbuoy NS and Bush Post Primary and continued her

studies in NUI Galway and University College Dublin. She later worked in the Houses of the Oireachtas where she developed an understanding of politics from the inside having experienced the local and national issues that arose within the office. Erin stated that she was overwhelmed by the support of the community and Peter since announcing her election bid and vows to be a strong advocate for them. “It has been a lifetime dream of mine to represent all the communities in Louth,

I care deeply about the people I belong to and to the area I am part of”, she said. ‘I have no doubt that Erin will be a very effective Councillor, she has a great future ahead of her in politics’. Peter Savage states. Following on from Cllr Peter Savage astounding 45 years of service she knows she has big shoes to fill. However, with the support of Peter and the full Fianna Fáil organisation in Louth she is determined to be the spokesperson for their needs in the years ahead.

Dundalk FC and club sponsor Fyffes have partnered to raise funds for Temple Street Children’s Hospital by designing a bespoke jersey, trunks and socks which will be the club’s third kit for the 2019 season. A limited number of jerseys – finished in Temple Street Foundation’s purple colours – go on pre-sale on March 27th via dundalkfc.com, the proceeds of which will go to Temple Street and to funding the vital equipment and care provided for over 147,000 patients treated by the

hospital every year. A further part of the initiative sees Fyffes remove its name from the front of the new jersey – replacing it with that of Temple Street Foundation for the duration of the season. Dundalk FC players debuted the third kit with a 2-1 victoryduring the EA Sports Cup match against St Patrick’s Athletic, on Monday evening and they will continue to wear it in selected Cup games in 2019. In addition to launching their third kit, the club will be mak-

ing a donation of €100 for every goal the team scores in both the EA Sports Cup and the FAI Cup during the 2019 season. They will also hold fund-raising events at home cup games, and will donate tickets for cup matches to families treated at the hospital. Commenting, Dundalk FC Chairman, Mike Treacy said: “We are delighted to support Temple Street Children’s Hospital, and I am proud that we have been able to collaborate on the initiative with Fyffes and

CX Sports. “I would like to thank to Gerry Cunningham for his vision and continued support on this initiative and continued support for the club. I also thank CX Sports for designing and producing another excellent Dundalk FC kit. “As well as this exciting project, we will be announcing further initiatives in the coming months as part of a wider community scheme which will see us give back to the people of Dundalk and beyond.”

Blueprint for St Louis celebrate environmental award success talks held at DkIT Dundalk Leader 3rd April 2019

St Louis Dundalk is deighted to announce thar they have been awarded a Diplomatic Passport by the Worldwise Global Schools for their committment to Global Citizenship Education. Irish Aid’s WorldWise Global Schools is Ireland’s national Global Citizenship Education (GCE) programme for post-primary schools. WWGS was set up in 2013 as the key channel through which Irish Aid support for GCE in post-primary schools is to be coordinated. The aim of the programme is to increase the number of post-primary schools engaging in quality global citizenship education by providing a comprehensive range of supports. It is funded by Irish Aid and implemented by a consortium of organisations: Self Help Africa, Concern Worldwide, The City of

Picture shows Joanne Mallon, Favour Isijola, Rosarie Meade of Louth County Council, Laiba Wajahat and Lynne Rice - all members of the Green Schools Committee, St Louis at the recent inspection for our Water Flag.

Dublin Education and Training Board Curriculum Development Unit (CDU). Global Citizenship Education (GCE) is an educational process aimed at increasing awareness and understanding of the rapidly changing, interdependent and unequal world in which we live. By challenging stereotypes and encouraging independent thinking, Development Education

helps students critically explore the root causes of global justice issues and how they interlink with our everyday lives. GCE inspires global solidarity by supporting people to fully realise their rights, responsibilities and potential as global citizens in order to take meaningful action for a just and sustainable world. In accepting the award, a spokesperson from the school revealed

how proud they were of the achievement. “St Louis is blessed with a beautiful natural setting which was a source of inspiration for our global goals this year. Every class has an Environmental Representative because protecting and sustaining the environment is very important to us. We are proud of our latest Green Flag for energy and this is why we decided that the global goals Climate

action and life below water would be two of the GCE themes that we would support across the curriculum. We have links to the environment in Geography, science, H.E and CSPE but to name a few. “St. Louis is proud of its rich heritage and its tradition of educating articulate, compassionate and dynamic young women who can step out into the world ready for whatever the 21st Century wants to throw at them. With this in mind we decided as a whole staff that The Global Goal of Good Health and Well-Being would also be a priority for us this year in our planning and delivery of programmes across the curriculum. Supporting the work that goes on in the classroom is our Green Committee who have been the driving force behind all that is ECO and Green at St Louis.

Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) organised a symposium aimed at opening dialogue on how Institutes of Further and Higher Education can work together to develop a blueprint for successful cross-border collaboration in the North Leinster South Ulster region. The ‘DkIT Symposium: A Changing Cross Border Landscape for Further & Higher Education’ brought together more than 80 policymakers, academics and industry representatives from North and South to discuss challenges and opportunities surrounding Brexit and the implications it may have on Further and Higher Education network in the region. Much of the symposium focused on iden-

tifying ways in which organisations can work together for the benefit of communities and learners in the region, either through strategic alliances, engagement with industry, research collaboration or clearly defined progression pathways between further and higher education. In her address, Siona Cahill, President of Union of Students in Ireland called on stakeholders to protect the education choices of young people both North and South by ensuring that they are not inhibited by freedom of movement issues following BREXIT, either through physical borders or through implications on fees and admissions. DkIT President, Michael Mulvey also

addressed this when he spoke about the need to examine our region as one “Region of Learning”, adding, “An important part of “Regions of Learning “ is that people do not feel they have to leave to access the education of their choice. “A Region of Learning is one that enables people to stay in their communities, to grow and develop within them to enhance local innovation and creativity and to gain employment in their locality. It does not involve endless commuting.” As part of its discussions, the Symposium also examined plans and the vision for the region with particular emphasis on Project Ireland 2040 and the National Planning Framework.

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Dundalk’s pulse taken in town centre health check 1 Entertainment What is the large tent in a circus called? 2 Money How many American cents make up a dime? 3 Mathematics Which branch of mathematics deals with the sides and angles of triangles, and their relationship to each other? 4 Instruments How many strings does a cello have? 5 Dancing Who was the winner of RTE’s Dancing With the Stars last week? 6 Food Which type of pasta’s name means “little worms”? 7 Sport What counties won the National League Division 1 titles in Hurling and football at Croke Park on Sunday?

8 The Bible The word ‘bible’ comes from the Greek ‘biblion’ - what does biblion mean? 9 Music How many symphonies did Beethoven compose? 10 Animals A group of which animals is known as an ‘Array’? Stinker Which four cities have hosted the Summer Olympics twice (or more)?

—this week’s answers— 1/ Big Top 2/ 10 3. Trigonometry 4. Four 5. Mairead Ronan 6. Vermicelli 7. Limerick & Mayo 8. Book 9. Nine 10. Hedgehogs. Stinker – Athens, Paris, London , Los Angeles.

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The findings of a major new RED C survey, on the strengths and opportunities for Dundalk Town Centre have been released this week by the Dundalk Collaborative Town Centre Health Check Team (CTCHC). Funded by the Heritage Council, the survey reveals people’s impressions of the town’s shopping and eating options along with parking and entertainment facilities. Both shoppers and business people felt that the historic border county town would benefit from improved public realm, more parking and more shops. According to BIDS Manager, Martin McElligott, the survey will help to guide plans for the future management and revitalisation of Dundalk. Brian Walsh, Board member of the Heritage Council, hailed the Heritage Council’s role saying that the collaborative approach is crucial in effecting change in our country’s

A report on the strengths and opportunities for Dundalk Town Centre was released this week

towns. “We’re looking to ensure that our towns survive and thrive in a time of great uncertainty, this collaborative approach allows everyone to play a role in our respective town centres. The RED C survey focuses on a number of key indicators of the overall health of the town centre including: level of town centre activities,

land use/ commercial mix, pedestrian footfall patterns and business operators and shoppers’ perceptions of the quality of the environment of the town. The survey showed that: Shopping is the main reason why users use Dundalk town centre on a regular basis Convenience is the most common

reason why people shop in Dundalk town centre People using the Town think there is a good selection of cafés and restaurants in Dundalk Almost 80% describe the town as attractive. People rated highly on the general ease of access around the Town Centre. Shoppers have also indicated that they would avail of later closing times from Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm A vast majority of respondents rated the Town Centre as a safe place both during the day and night Welcoming the Dundalk Town Centre Health Check Report system, the Town Centre Commercial Manager Martin Mc Elligott said the report is a positive and constructive basis on which Dundalk town centre can be further enhanced and promoted.

Local dancers make it through to Ireland’s Got Talent Grand Final Three local dancers have thanked the people of Dundalk for helping them qualify for the Grand Final of Ireland’s Got Talent. Caitlin Rooney from Knockbridge, Lonan Murphy from the Carrick Road (both 16) and Nicole Ellis (14) from Omeath are all part of dance troup ‘Fly Youth’ and following a brilliant performance on Saturday evening they have been put through to the final which takes place

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this Sunday evening. Following their performance the act were showered with praise by the judges with Louis Walsh stating that they were ‘the best act he has ever seen on any Irish show’ while indicating that they could go global such was the quality of their performance. Denise Van Outen said she’d pay big money to go see them and that they were amazing and blew the roof off. Michelle Visage said

they were ‘other worldly’ ‘massive’ ‘superstars’ and that they were phenomenal They were the only act to get a standing ovation by all four judges on the night and won a place in the semi-finals outright with the highest number of votes. The trio were quick to thank the Dundalk public for getting behind them and pleaded with their supporters to help them one final time as they try to win

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DkIT students secure a management game award

Four final year students from Dundalk Institute of Technology’s (DkIT) Event and Hospitality Management degrees have participated and won the 34th Irish Hospitality Institute Business Management Game 2019, at the Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport on the 3rd & 4th March 2019. Under the guidance of DkIT lecturers Maria Roddy-Freyne and Lorraine Dunne, the final year students competed against teams of final year Hospitality or Event Management students representing young event & hospitality managers of the future, from colleges all over Ireland; Cork, Tralee, Galway, Letterkenny, Athlone, Shannon and Dundalk. Over the course of the two days, the students were given a total of three challenges designed to test their

DkIT student Andrew Reddan; Lorraine Dunne, DkIT Lecturer, Hospitality Studies; DkIT student Erin O’Kane; Maria Roddy-Freyne, DkIT Lecturer, Department of Hospitality Studies; Matthias Muller, IHI President; DkIT student Nicole Murphy; DkIT student Niall Fretwell and Aine Doyle, Group Training & Development Manager, Dalata Hotel Group.

business and financial acumen as well as their team-building skills. The DkIT team included Andrew Reddan, from Drogheda, Co. Louth; Erin O’Kane, from Navan, Co. Meath; Niall Fretwell, from Carlingford, Co. Louth and Nicole Murphy, from Navan, Co. Meath. The competition was a valuable learning exercise for the students as it gave them an opportunity to develop marketing, human resources, financial, teamwork and

presentation skills. Speaking about the IHI Business Management Game, DkIT lecturer Maria RoddyFreyne commented: “We are delighted to have finally brought the award to DkIT. This award is in its 34th year so it is highly regarded and recognised within the industry. It’s a tough and challenging 2 days for the students but they did themselves and the college proud.” Final Year Event Management student

Niall Fretwell, from Carlingford, Co. Louth, shared his delight at bringing the award home to DkIT: “It was an incredible experience. To say that I was part of the team that brought this coveted award back to Dundalk for the first time is a memory I will cherish forever. I would encourage any ambitious students who truly want to excel in the industry to take part – it will help you realise potential you never knew you had.”

Green Party leader visits Dundalk The Louth Green Party held a very successful and well attended night of politics and music in the Spirit Store on Thursday night last at which Party Leader Eamon Ryan highlighted the fine contributions made by sitting Green councillors to the life of the county and urged members and others attending to ensure that the Green Voice on Louth County Council remains strong after the May elections. “Green politicians are

uniquely equipped to ensure that we make a successful and just transition to a clean economy, in a way that protects families and creates new jobs” he said. “We must start paying our farmers properly for their quality food but also for the environmental services they will provide as part of our battle against climate change and the loss of bio diversity. Farmers can provide the clean energy of the future, can provide carbon soak pits

and mitigate flooding but these services need to be valued and paid for. Cllr Marianne Butler addressed the meeting as did her running mates Sean Connolly (Ardee Electoral Area) and Eoin Daly (Dundalk Carlingford) saying “I look forward to serving with Sean and Eoin and to what we can achieve together for our communities on housing and social inclusion which must become a far stronger theme in

County Hall.” Eoin spoke about why he put himself forward and stated: “Change is not about getting into fights on-line. It’s about getting out there and standing up for what you believe in.” He spoke in detail about the critical importance of public transport, while Sean committed to a vision for mid Louth that makes villages and small towns more robust and greener places to live and work.

Fifteen students from St Vincent’s Secondary School were honoured recently in Maynooth University in recognition of their outstanding Junior Certificate results in Business Studies. They received certificates for excellence in the subject, with each student achieving an A grade in Higher Level.

MAD YT takes to the stage

MAD Youth Theatre are returning to the stage MAD Youth Theatre is staging their award winning dystopian play in the atmospheric Oriel Centre, Dundalk Gaol. Twenty One Nineteen (2119) was first performed in February at the Class In Action International Youth Theatre Festival in Prague, Czech Republic. An original play, it was devised and written by the cast under

the guidance of artistic director Kwasie Boyce. “We have pushed our creative boundaries by creating a type of play, using the theme of ‘Post Apocalyptic dystopia’ a theme we have never explored before, so getting the tone, the characters and overall atmosphere right was important to take the audience on that journey with us,” said Kwasie.

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Music Generation tuning up for a busy month

Music Generation face a busy month in April

The next couple of weeks are going to be very busy for Music Generation Louth. As the season draws to a close for the MGL String Orchestra Programme, they will host an afternoon showcase concert at St. Nicholas’ Church of Ireland at 1pm on Saturday April 6. The performance will feature First Strings, Junior and Senior Strings Orchestras. The exceptionally high standard of these ensembles is in no small part due to the skills, dedication and leadership of local musician leaders Jayne Graham, Clare Sweeney and Helen McArdle. Following the showcase the strings programme will be on break until September when we would be delighted to welcome some new members. Sunday April 7, will see the first of the ‘Sundays in Spring’ Concert Series 2019 in Carlingford’s Heritage Centre. Music Generation Louth is thrilled at the invitation from concert series artistic directors Zoe Conway and John McIntyre, to showcase the talent and hard work of a number of young musicians engaged in MGL programmes. Performing at these fantastic concerts are the Ní Mhaoláin Sisters (Classical String Trio), Mc Caul Family (Traditional Group), Gleoite (Traditional Group) and one of the many bands from the MGL Pick up and Play Programme who will be first up and thoroughly looking forward to performing support to The Four of Us (Sold Out). The subsequent concerts will feature world renowned artists Mairead Buicke & Anthony Byrne, The O Connor Family, Laoise Kelly & Tiarnán

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Harp Ensemble, will once again welcome world renowned harper Máire Ní Chathasaigh to Dundalk. Máire has been working with the ensemble to create some exciting arrangements for performance at the Cairde na Cruite,

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The Amber Flag Committee in Ardee Community School organised a fundraiser for SOSAD. This involved students and staff wearing Christmas jumpers and donating to charity. A total of €1,105 was raised and the cheque was presented to a SOSAD representative recently during Upbeat Week in the school. Photo shows Niall Levins, Chairperson of the committee, presenting the cheque.

Marist student wins public speaking award Edward Finnegan from St. Mary’s College recently took part in the final of Gael Linn’s prestigious ‘Abair’ Irish public speaking competition, which was this year held in Crumlin Gaol in Belfast. Edward qualified for the final having previously achieved first place in the regional bout in Dundalk. Speakers from across the nine counties of Ulster and Co. Louth compete in the annual cross-border competition. Competitors on the day had to speak about a topical issue as Gaeilge for three minutes each. In the final Edward spoke about his chosen topic of

‘Éigeantach nó Roghnach?’, where he compared language learning in different jurisdictions and discussed the value and importance of all students in Ireland having the opportunity to study Irish. He was delighted to win the junior section of the competition achieving first place overall and high commendation from the judges. He was awarded a trophy, an amazon voucher and a half scholarship to the Gaeltacht to recognise his success. Seán Ó Ceallaigh, Gael Linn and Edel Ní Chorráin, Foras na Gaeilge awardEdward Finnegan ed the prizes on the day.

Mixed fortunes for golfers The All-Ireland Fourball team, who reached the Leinster quarterfinals last year, fell at the first hurdle on Saturday when they were beaten 3-2 by Greenore despite winning two of the three away matches. Colm Garvey and Patrick McKeown were always in control in the top away match even though it was a closely fought affair. They were never behind and eventually won 2&1. Davy Cairns and Kieran McAteer opened up a three hole lead after seven and were two up with two to play when called in . Joe Flanagan and Kevin Carthy were one up after three but then lost three holes in a row to go two down and eventually lost 4&3. Things, however, didn’t go so well in Blackrock where Dermot McKenna and Ray Pepper went down 5&4 while Gerry McDermott and Adrian Pepper were involved in a high quality match but could never get their noses in front and eventually lost 2&1 despite having a betterball score of 42pts for 17 holes. The Fred Daly U18 team are through to the next round after beating Co Louth 3-2 on Saturday. There were wins for Conor Murphy, Kyle Rafferty and Ciaran Johnson, while Joseph Laverty and Zak Alderdice were narrowly

beaten. On Sunday the U15 Inter Club team lost 3-2 in their first leg against Ardee. Aaron Spaight was beaten on the 17th, Joseph Laverty, who was giving nine shots to his opponent, lost on the 16th, and Zak Alderdice was beaten on the 18th. The two Dundalk winners were Killian Halpenny, who won the 13th, and Chris Clarke who won 2up on 18. Next up for the juveniles is the Junior Foursomes away to Greenore next Saturday. The Ladies got their inter-club season off to a winning start with two good wins in the Challenge Cup and Intermediate Cup. The Challenge Cup team made home advantage count against Concra Wood with Pat Cleary winning on the 18th, Caroline Dunne winning on the 15th and Oonagh Quinn winning on the 16th thereby allowing the two away players Maura Shelly and Maura Coyle to be called in. The Intermediate Cup team faced Ashbourne with Brid Rocks winning at home on the 14th and Bernie McCabe winning on the 18th. Teresa Connolly’s away win on the last hole sealed the win after Bernie McGuinness was beaten. Niamh Maguire was called in.

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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). H.F. 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). J.M. novena to the sacred he art 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). M.G.

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Louth farmers worried about uncertainty

Louth IFA chairman Gerry Melia has cited uncertainty as the major worry for local farmers as the deadline for Brexit looms. The local farmers representative admitted that there is plenty of concerns on the ground with major financial losses predicted from leading experts. “Of course there is plenty of concern from our members with regards to Brexit. There has been uncertainty in the sector since Brexit started and nobody is any clearer today as to what is going to happen. What does seem certain is that farmers are going to be hit financially and that applies to

dairy, beef, mushrooms tillage and any other kind of farming you care to mention. The whole sector is in the dark as to how bad they are going to be hit so of course there is concerns. When you hear talks of tariffs and extra charges you have to ask how big a hit is on the horizon for our farmers. “We have been in contact with government officials and we have been promised by Commissioner Hogan that the government are going to do their level best to protect our farmers but the way things are going it is looking likely that they are going to have to offer some sort of Brexit compensa-

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tion package to help ease the projected hit of our members. “But as I said the main worry for our members is the uncertainty ahead and for us the big hope is that the UK make a decision one way or another and make it soon. All of this uncertainty helps nobody and for us we just want the UK to get things moving so we know exactly where we stand and give us a chance to formulate a plan. Ideally we would like a Brexit compensation package to be applied retrospectively because the reality is that our farmers are struggling very badly at the minute and they need help,” explained Gerry.

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Lady available to mind elderly in their own home. Fetec Level 5 qualified, nursing home experience, also Garda vetted. Tel Sarah 089 953 4559.

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Dundalk Leader 3rd April 2019

Blackstone Motors, Renault & Dacia Regional Dealer for the North East of Ireland, are expanding their After-Sales business within their dealerships in Drogheda and Dundalk.

We now need to recruit for the following positions:

Assistant Service Manager Drogheda Branch

We have an opening for an Assistant Service Manager to join our busy team in Drogheda. This role will take responsibility for customer face to face dealings, production of service department administration, delegation of workload to the service team and general management of daily operational duties. This role would suit an experienced qualified technician who wishes to progress from working on the tools to a managerial role or an individual working within a service reception capacity wishing to advance their career. We provide a competitive salary, expensed company car and an excellent working environment with massive potential to grow.

Service Advisor

No experience necessary Dundalk & Drogheda Branches

We have an opening for a Service Advisor to join our busy team. Duties include dealing with service customers on a one to one basis, managing workshop loading and ensuring our customers receive the best Aftersales Service Possible. This position requires an individual who has excellent communication skills, has a pleasant personality and is able to operate efficiently under pressure.

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116 Auto Msport 1.5DCI ALTERNATIVE 1.5 TDCI STYLE 1.5 TDCI STYLE 1.5 TDCI STYLE 1.5 TDCI STYLE 1.0 ZETEC 1.6 I D TEC SE IDTEC 1.0 PETROL AUTO 2.0 AUTO EXEC 1.6 CRDI DELUXE 1.6 CRDI DELUXE 1.4 PETROL DELUXE 1.7 CRDI COMF + 1.7 CRDI EXEC 1.7 CRDI EXEC 1.7CRDI PLATN 1.6 SV MOONROOF 1.2 PETROL SV 1.5 DCI SV 1.0 4DR SV 1.4 PETROL EXCITE 1.6 ACTIVE BLUE HDI 1.2 Petrol Access 1.2 PETROL ACTIVE 1.6 HDI ALLURE 1.5DCI90 LIFE 1.5 DCI INTENSE 1.5DCI LIFE 1.2 PETROL DYN 1.6 TDI 1.0 MPI SE 1.4 TDI AUTO ACTIVE 1.0MPI AMB 1.0MPI AMB 1.0MPI AMB 1.2 AMBITION 2.0 D2 SE 2.0 TDI MATCH 1.6 TDI TRENDLINE 1.0 TRENDLINE 1.0 TRENDLINE

Qualified Motor Mechanic/ Technician Must be fully qualified Dundalk & Drogheda Branches

We are seeking an experienced Motor Mechanic/Technician to join our award-winning Aftersales Team. Experience in advanced mechanical repairs is required. Individuals must have their own tools. Work wear will be provided. Excellent working conditions and environment, a commitment to further training with a good salary and bonus structure is available to the right candidate.

Apprentice Mechanic No experience necessary Dundalk & Drogheda Branches

We have a number of Apprentice Mechanic positions available, this role is ideal for an individual who has a good interest in mechanics & cars. It is a great opportunity to work closely with our highly qualified Mechanics & Technicians while further developing your skills. Excellent working conditions will be provided along with a standard training programme over four years. To make an application for one of the vacant positions send your CV and a cover letter to careers@blackstonemotors.ie (please note: no walk-ins or Agency contact)

Hill Street, Dublin Rd., Dundalk.

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Dundalk Leader 3rd April 2019

Advice on driving Irish-reg vehicles in Northern Ireland The decision of the UK to leave the EU means change. Addressing the challenges of the UK leaving the EU, particularly without any deal, requires response at EU level, by Government, by citizens and responses by businesses and affected sectors. As part of our preparedness and contingency planning, the Irish Government identified that those driving in Northern Ireland and Great Britain may be impacted by Brexit. The following is the latest Government advice that we can give you to help minimise any disruption to your travel. Driving in UK on an Irish licence The UK Government’s stated position is that, post-Brexit, arrangements for EU licence holders who are visiting or living in the UK would not change. Visitors to the UK, with driving licences from EU Member States, will enjoy the same arrangements as today. Proof of insurance

7 seaters

182 PEUGEOT 5008 ACTIVE 5DR 1.6BHDi AUTOMATIC GOLD............................................ €31,500

DIESEL MODELS

(Green Cards) The Motor Insurers’ Bureau of Ireland (MIBI) and the Association of British Insurers have advised those planning on driving Irish-registered vehicles in Northern Ireland or Great Britain, post-Brexit to get a Green Card from their insurance company. If you intend to drive in Northern Ireland or Great Britain after Brexit and have not already received a Green Card, you should contact your insurance company to obtain one before you travel. Green Cards are internationally recognised insurance documents, which act as proof of motor insurance when

travelling internationally. Drivers travelling from Northern Ireland or Great Britain to Ireland will also be required to carry a Green Card. MIBI, the body responsible for the Green Card system in Ireland, has circulated approximately 1 million Green Cards to insurers and brokers. All insurers are now issuing Green Cards on request from their customers, with some insurers automatically issuing Green Cards to those living in border Counties. A number of insurers are issuing Green Cards to all policyholders. Insurance cover At present, all motor vehicles from any EU

country, including the UK, may travel within the EU without carrying special documentation to prove they have insurance in the country they are visiting. This will change if the UK leaves the EU without an agreement in place. The vast majority of Irish motor insurance policies cover driving in the UK, as they refer to the UK specifically. A small number of policies may refer to travelling ‘in the EU’ rather than explicitly referring to the UK. If you are in doubt, you should contact your insurance company to confirm that you have UK cover.

171 FORD KUGA ZTEC 5DR 1.5TDCi ELECTRIC BLUE 22,000MLS........................................ €22,595 171 RENAULT KADJAR DYNAMIQUE NAV 5DR 1.500 RED 15,200MLS................................. €20,750 162 VW PASSAT SE BUSINESS 4DR 2.OTDi SILVER 36,000MLS.......................................... €21,875 161 SKODA YETIOUTDOOR 5DR 2.0TDi RED 39,500MLS................................................... €16,795 161 PEUGEOT 308 ACTIVE 5DR 1.6 HDI 100BHP BLACK 33,100MLS................................... €14,695 152 RENAULT CAPTUR DYNAMIQUE NAV 5DR 1.5DCi ELECTRIC BLUE 40,700MLS............... €13,250 151 PEUGEOT 208 ACCESS 5DR 1.4HDI SHARK GREY 46.300MLS......................................... €9,250 151 PEUGEOT 3008 ACTIVE 5DR 1.6HDi RED 49,500M..................................................... €14,495 141 VW GOLF SE 5DR 1.6TDi GREY 59,300M................................................................... €13,495 2011 PEUGEOT 3008 ACTIVE 5DR 1.6HDi AUTOMATIC GREY 58,500MLS.............................. €9,195

petrol MODELS

181 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE 5DR 1.2 BLACK 12,500MLS.................................................... €17,295 181 SUZUKI SWIFT SZ3 DUALJET 5DR 1.2 RED 9,600MLS................................................. €14,750 172 PEUGEOT 208 ACCESS 5DR 1.2 RED 28,300MLS......................................................... €11,695 171 NISSAN PULSAR 5DR 1.2 AUTOMATIC SILVER 14,000MLS.......................................... €15,475 171 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE 5DR 1.2 SHARK GREY 12,100MLS choice................................. €12,995 161 PEUGEOT 2008 ALLURE 5DR 1.2 AMBER 22,000MLS.................................................. €14,275 161 PEUGEOT 2008 ACTIVE 5DR 1.2 WHITE 35,300MLS................................................... €13,495 161 RENAULT CLIO DYNAMIQUE NAV 5DR1.2 RED 14,700MLS.......................................... €11,695 161 PEUGEOT 108 ACTIVE 3DR 1.0 BLUEBERRY 30,300MLS............................................... €8,595 152 NISSAN NOTE ACENTA 5DR 1.2 AUTOMATIC SILVER 15,400MLS.................................. €13,695 151 OPEL ASTRA SRi 5DR 1.4 SILVER 48,400MLS............................................................ €12,195 151 NISSAN QASHQAI ACENT SMARTVIEW 5DR 1.2 RED 31,000MLS................................. €17,195 151 FIAT 500 POP 3DR 1.2 WHITE 21,800MLS................................................................... €9,195 142 RENAULT CLIO DYNAMIQUE NAV 5DR 1.2 SILVER 42,600MLS....................................... €9,750 141 VW GOLF TRENDLINE 5DR 1.2 RED 39,360MLS......................................................... €14,250 141 PEUGEOT 208 ACTIVE 5DR 1.2 WHITE 50,800MLS....................................................... €9,195

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2015 Nissan Qashqai

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€12950

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€15995

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Dundalk Leader 3rd April 2019