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Wednesday, 6th April, 2016. Vol. 9, Issue 14 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth.

Dundalk dancers on top of the world

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Dundalk’s very own Scoil Rince Móna Ní Rodaigh took Glasgow by storm at the World Championships last week proving to all that dreams really do come true.

In true ‘Móna’ style, the school brought an incredible haul of honours and silverware back to Dundalk in both solo and céilí dancing, a total of five ‘Globes’ and 65 world medals.

The highlight of the week was 19-year-old Alannah Murray being crowned World Champion on Good Friday ahead of over 180 girls from all across the world. Alannah is from Crossmaglen and studies Business at DKIT.

Ciara Lennon, Allanah Murray, Mona Roddy Lennon, Niamh Muldowney and Dearbhla Lennon at the World Championships

She began dancing with to finally fulfil her lifelong to teach a World Champion but particularly special Mona aged four and has dream in Glasgow.

Continued on Page 2 “It’s a very special thing come up through the ranks

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them from the start”, ” from Farndreg brought said Mona. home a third place when you’ve taught Eoghan Murphy (20) globe, his 11th top five placement in as many years. Few have maintained a standard this high and Mona is as proud as punch.

“The Murphy family have been a part of our school for almost 30 years and Eoghan’s standard of dancing this year made both his family and his teachers very proud.”

Other solo medallists included Mona’s own grandchildren, Katie (13) and Oisin (10) who placed 11th and 9th respectively.

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and tears you put in to your own family coming to fruition. I am so incredibly proud of my grandchildren and thrilled that their hard work paid off against seriously tough competition”, revealed Mona.

Niamh Muldowney (19) placed 7th, Faolan Hearty Coburn (10) placed 19th, Niamh McDowell (19) placed 24th and Holly McAlevey (12) placed 30th as did Aoibhinn O’Hagain (15).

Cementing their status as one of the finest Céilí dancing schools in the world, the school brought home three globes for Céilí dancing with the U11 Mixed

bringing home second place and the U13 Mixed and U19 girls each bringing home a third place globe.

The Senior Ladies ceíli took fifth place, U11 and U13 girls both took sixth in their respective competitions and the U16 girls 9th – all earning much coveted ‘World’ medals.

“The competition was staggering with up to 60 teams from all over the world in each competition, each one better than the next. It really was a credit to our dancers and to their commitment that they reaped the rewards in the end.

“We are a very small school in the grand

scheme of things and 90% of our dancers performed in teams at the World Championships.

We’re delighted that the hard work that goes into keeping the Céili tradition alive in the area is recognised on the World stage”, Mona continued.

Mona also recognised the work of her two daughters, Ciara and Dearbhla who have been teaching alongside her for years.

“Although I’ve been teaching in Dundalk since 1970, the girls do a lot of the work now in terms of choreography etc. It’s very much a family affair”, she concluded.

TOP: Katie and Oisin Lennon receiving world medals.

RIGHT: Eoghan Murphy collected a third place globe BELOW LEFT: Dancers who competed in Glasgow

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Next year will see construction work commence for the much anticipated Clanbrassil St and St Nicholas Quarter rejuvenation scheme which will cost in the region of €4m.

Council officials confirmed this week that the process has commenced with an architect expected to be appointed shortly to prepare the design for the ambitious project.

Last November a meeting of the municipal district heard that an application for funding under the EU Urban Development Fund had been successful with €2m allocated for Dundalk which will be used to regenerate the

whole of Clanbrassil St, Church St., Bridge St. and Linenhall St. The €2m will be matched by Louth County Council.

The news was welcomed by many shoppers around Dundalk with many noting that Clanbrassil St in particular is in dire need of upgrade with a number of broken and loose paving stones lining the town’s main thoroughfare.

According to Mary Murtagh, senior executive officer, in Louth County Council the process for getting an architect on board has already begun with work expected to commence in 2017.

“The Council submitted an application for funding under the Urban

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An Architect will be appointed to prepare the design and this process has commenced.

The project will be subject to part 8 planning process also, with extensive public consultation.

It is not anticipated that construction work will commence until 2017,” stated Mary.

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Teresa Is A Centenarian Teresa Murphy celebrates her 100th birthday in Dealgan House last Thursday March 31.

Teresa, originally from Stonetown, enjoyed a wonderful day surrounded by friends and family.

Failed to clean up waste material A man who didn’t make sufficient efforts to clean up waste material outside his premises was fined a total of €6,000 at Dundalk District Court.

Bernard Conlon of Blossell, Dublin Rd, Dundalk, was also ordered to pay expenses of €5,600 after being found guilty of disposing of waste in a manner likely to cause environmental pollution, failure to comply with a Section 55 notice, and a third charge un-

der the Waste Management Act at Carrickmullen, Dundalk on July 2, 2015.

Representing Louth County Council, solicitor Sheila Maguire, told the court that the defendant had pleaded guilty to the offences on February 4 and the case had been adjourned to allow him clear the site.

On March 8 he stated that he would clear it by March 23 but it had only been cleared approximately 50%.

Defence solicitor, Paul McArdle, stated that a substantial clearance had been made and most of the material from outside had been removed although some in the shed remained.

He said it was a question of resources that the material was not removed, and that it hadn’t been deposited there by the defendant.

Ms Maguire pointed out that the matter had been going on for two years and a

number of promises had been given that it would be cleared.

She added that it was not correct to say that only material remaining was in the shed.

Judge Flann Brennan stated that he was satisfied that some effort had been made but was also satisfied that this had fallen short of what should have taken place.

He imposed fines of €2,000 on each summons, legal costs of €450 in each summons and council expenses of €4,250.

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Dundalk’s Red Cross have had a busy start to 2016 and that is set to continue as the team prepare to represent Ireland at an international Red Cross competition which will be held in Slovenia this summer.

They earned their chance to represent Ireland by finishing first in the national Irish Red Cross competition last year and recently they were awarded with the President’s perpetual trophy which was presented to them by President Higgins in Aras an Uachtaráin.

The Perpetual Trophy is the highest award given to the winners of the President’s First Aid Competition, the National First Aid Competition of the Irish

Red Cross. The annual competition presents Irish Red Cross first aid teams with typical first aid scenarios likely to be encountered in domestic and workplace situations. Winners of the award then go on to represent Ireland at a European level at FACE (the First Aid Convention Europe).

According to Marie Lawless who is one of the six strong team heading to Slovenia the award was a huge honour for the team and they are looking forward to representing their country in Slovenia.

“It’s been a great year for us in the Dundalk Red Cross and after our national success last year we are looking for-

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ward to going to Slovenia in the summer to test ourselves against some of the best Red Cross units in the world. The competition will be a highly intensive day of major incident, medical and trauma scenarios.

Dundalk has a very good track record in this competition, finishing in the top three on numerous occasions as well as winning it in 2000 so hopefully we can continue that tradition in July,” noted Marie.

During the presentation ceremony in the Aras, the President spoke of the work that Irish Red Cross volunteers undertake “in challenging circumstances” and praised the charity for “developing innovative

ways of engaging communities in learning first aid”.

Dundalk Red Cross were also representing their town with pride last weekend as they took part in the Easter Rising commemorations in Dublin.

Members of the team who will represent Ireland in Ljubljana, Slovenia capital in June of this year are David Nordon Team Leader Orla Sheridan Paul Nordon Miriam Watters Aoife Clarke and Siomha Murphy.

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lAlan’s view on ex-players

Footballers’ ca.reers are short. Most -premier league footballlers are finished playing by the time they reach their late 30s. So what happens after they retire? A new book by Louth Village man Alan Gernon gives us an in0sight into the often depressing futures in store for footballers lives after they finish up with the beautiful game.

Alan, a passionate Dundalk fan decided to write a book about footballers lives after they retire. After researching the topic he soon realised that the story he would tell was going to be grim.

“It’s a bit dark to be honest. I had an inkling going into it that there is a lot of footballers that fall on hard times after they finish playing but the sheer extent of problems they face did surprise me.

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footballers being declared bankrupt within five years of retiring and about one in three getting divorced. It seems to be very hard to recreate that buzz they got from walking out onto a pitch in front of adoring fans,” he explained.

While researching the book Alan spoke to a number of ex footballers who helped him understand the perils facing footballers when they retire.

“I spoke to David Bentley who retired when he was in his 20s and he told me he sim-

ply fell out of love with the game. Pat Nevin, Lee Bowyer, David Busst, Jeff Thomas, Jody Craddock, Matt Holland, Richard Sadlier and Gary Stevens are some of the players I spoke to and they all told me how they struggled to cope with life after football.

“These men had everything done for them when they were footballers. They were kind of spoilt to an extent and living in a bubble and it is seemingly very hard to adjust when your playing days are over,” noted Alan.

“I do a lot of writing online for various websites so I thought that writing a book would be pretty easy but the sheer amount of research needed to put the whole thing together was a lot more time consuming than I thought.

“I found the whole process really interesting though and I’m happy with how it has turned out so it was definitely a labour of love and something I would like to do again, “ states Alan.

Alan’s book ‘Retired’ will be released on May 2.

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Fled the scene after crashing into a wall

A man who crashed into a wall fled the scene in panic when he saw Gardai.

Matthew Coburn of Gaultrimsland, Riverstown, Dundalk, later admitted being the driver at the time of the crash and driving without insurance.

Dundalk District Court heard that on September 20 last year, Gardai discovered a car crashed Pupils from Scoil Nh Lorcan, Omeath, who took part in the 1916 celebra- into a wall at Feede, Mountpleasant. The engine was runtion concert ning but the driver had left.

Mr Coburn subsequently attended Dromad Garda Station

and admitted driving the car and leaving the scene.

He could offer no explanation for changing the plates on the car and admitted that he was only a learner driver and had no insurance or NCT. He had bought the car only a week prior to the incident.

Solicitor, Niall Lavery, stated that his client panicked when he saw the patrol car coming but made a full admission. He added that the 19-year-old who is a chef in Carlingford was insured on another vehicle.

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He pointed out that the defendant had since passed his driving test and the loss of a licence would be devastating given where he lives. The solicitor pointed out that Mr Coburn had learned a very serious lesson.

Judge Flann Brennan dismissed the no insurance charge and imposed a €100 fine for failing to display an L plate, and a similar penalty for driving while unaccompanied.

Other matters were taken into consideration.

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THE Louth IFA AGM was held recently in The Grove Inn in Dunleer and saw Matthew McGreehan’s term as County Chairman come to an end after four years at the head of IFA in Louth.

Matthew congratulated newly elected Chairman Gerry Melia from the Tallanstown Branch and wished him well in carrying out his role as County Chairman.

Outgoing Chairman Matthew McGreehan said he hoped farmers would unite behind the new president of the organisation when he is elected.

Mr McGreehan finished by thanking all the members of Louth

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Councillor Tomás Sharkey has called on the County Council to examine the problems of parking at Hill Street in Dundalk.

“Residents have approached me and explained the great difficulties they are facing on their street. A large number of cars seem to park for the duration of the day at this location and residents find it hard to exit their street or find parking at their homes.

Indeed there have been instances where residents have had to drive through back lanes to gain access.”

“I am hopeful that the council officials will identify the problem of habitual parking in the area and offer solutions for residents”, he said.

Grangebellew Volunteers and the 1916 Rising

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Dundalk Leader 6th April 2016

By Paul Byrne

HAVING recently smashed the Ironman Irish record in Arizona, Bryan McCrystal continued his rich vein of form as he easily won the National Duathlon title in Kildare last weekend.

The Dundalk man came into the race in confident mood having won a stage in the Kerry Rás a week previously (ultimately finishing in an impressive third position overall).

A Duathlon consists of a 6.7k run followed by a 40km bike ride and finishing with a 3.4k run to the line. With McCrystal’s prowess on the bike the gameplan was to try and keep in touch as best he could on the

opening run before reeling in his rivals on the bike. And as Bryan explains that’s exactly how it panned out.

“The Mondello track suits my bike so I knew if I could stay within a couple of minutes of the leaders after the run I’d be in with a shout of winning. My main competitors formed a group of three trying to help each other as they knew I was strong on the bike.

“As it happened I was 1:40 down after the run and I managed to catch up with the leaders on the bike after about 25km. After that it was just about opening up a big enough gap to give me a nice lead going into the final run.

“This was my first

time going for the Irish National Duathlon title and I’m delighted to have won it.

“It was extra special as my wife and sister were trackside cheering me on and they were actually a great help as they were shouting out how far I was behind and letting me know what I needed to do”, he explained.

The Asea-Wheelworx rider is now not only the National Road Series title holder in road race, but is also IronMan national record holder and duathlon champion.

And with the bike season about to get underway again it looks as though 2016 is going to be one to remember for the talented Dundalk Bryan McCrystal on his way to national success man.

Louth Family Carers launch Dundalk group THE Dundalk branch of the Louth Family Carers Support Group will hold an opening meeting in the Crown Plaza Hotel, Dundalk on Thursday April 14 at 7.30pm.

The goal of this group is to

help carers cope.

The evening will focus on looking at the current needs and challenges of those who are or have been carers be that to family members, relatives, friends or neighbours.

Currently in Louth there are over 5,000 people who are family carers.

The Support Group will be a safe and confidential place to share concerns and challenges facing the family carer and to learn from

other carers, who are often in the same circumstance, and receive support.

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A woman was convicted of causing criminal damage to a neighbour’s gate after her husband was unwilling to remove items that were causing an obstruction in what was an ongoing dispute.

Kathleen McKevitt of Ballaverty, Riverstown, Dundalk, was fined €500 by Judge Flann Brennan who stated that more could have been done to resolve the issue.

When the case was heard initially, the 31-year-old defendant had been found guilty of causing damage to her neighbour’s property on December 2 and November 12, 2013. She was also found guilty of charges of

threatening and abusive behaviour on December 2 and 4 in the same year.

The case had been adjourned

by Judge Brennan to see how relations were between the two parties and allow the €248 compensation to be paid. The judge indicated that he would deal with the matter leniently if there were no further problems.

While that money was paid, the court was told that there was still an ongoing problem in that two bins had been tied to a scrap car and were causing an obstruction to a gate. Insp. Martin Beggy had stated that there had been no further problems between the neighbours until this issue arose

again.

Judge Brennan further adjourned the case but when it was revisited, defence barrister, Irene Sands, stated that Ms McKevitt had asked her husband to remove the bins but he was unwilling to do so.

In evidence Ms McKevitt stated that the bins were on her husband’s property and he wouldn’t move them. It was not her property and she could not move them. She added that he was aware of the court’s concern over the issue.

Judge Brennan stated that he was satisfied that more could have been done about the issue as he imposed a conviction.

Blackrock Raft Race 2016 Entries are now open for the 2016 Blackrock Raft Race which takes place on bank holiday Monday the 6th of June. If your club, business or organisation would like to enter a team you should contact Blackrock Tidy Towns on 087 2642064, email blackrocktt@gmail.com, or find them on Facebook.

Entries are limited to 30 teams, and early booking is recommended as all places were fully booked up a number of weeks ahead of the event last year. The 2016 winners were Seatown Men’s Shed, followed by HaggleRock Theatre Group and St. Francis School, and no doubt all three will be vying for the top place again this year.

There will be a full programme of events as usual, with the emphasis on family fun at the seaside. The event is being held a little earlier than usual so as not to clash with the Euro 2016 finals, and will take place on the bank holiday Monday rather than the usual Sunday because of the tide times on the day.

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Paul recalls meeting with Johan Cruyff Football fans worldwide mourned the death of Dutch legend Johan Cruyff two weeks ago after he lost his battle with cancer. His death sparked memories in many Dundalk FC fans minds of his visit to the town back in September 1987 when Cruyff brought his Ajax team to Oriel Park for the second leg of a European Cup Winners Cup tie.

Cruyff had been installed as Ajax manager two seasons previously and just a few months before they arrived in Oriel Park Ajax had lifted the European Cup Winners Cup. Ajax were 4-0 up from the first leg and in an entertaining game beat a Dundalk team featuring Barry Kehoe, Gino Lawless Terry Eviston and Dessie Gorman 2-0. Amongst the goals for Ajax that evening was Irish international Frank Stapleton.

While Ajax were amongst the best teams in Europe at the time there was no doubting who were the kingpins of the underage Dundalk scene in 87. Legion Avenue based side Rangers

Johan Cruyff watches as Paul accepts the trophy from Barry Kehoe

had swept all before them in the Dundalk Schoolboys league and club captain Paul Brannigan was invited to the Ballymac hotel to meet Dutch legend Cruyff as well as some of the Dutch players. Although Paul knew who Cruyff was he didn’t realise at the time how much of a big deal it was to meet the legendary Dutchman and was in fact more excited about meeting Dundalk legend Barry Kehoe.

“I was in my early teens at the time and I only really remember

being taken out of school and out to the Ballymac hotel where Ajax where staying. I think I was picked because I was the captain of Rangers that year and we’d won the league. I remember meeting Johan Cruyff and a few of the Ajax players including Frank Stapleton but I was more excited to see Dundalk FC legend Barry Kehoe there. It was only as i grew up I realised what a privilege it was to have met the legend Mr Cruyff,” noted Paul.

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Family Notices Birthday remembrance

thanksgiving

Bernie and Bernie Watters at the Springsteen Tribute in ‘Talk of Dundalk’ on Saturday

novena novena to the sacred heart

myers Birthday remembrance for Aidan Myers, late of Farndreg Dundalk, whose birthday occurs this Friday 8th April.

I’m not singing for the future, I’m not dreaming of the past, I’m not talking of the first time, I never think about the last.

—Always in our thoughts, Mam, Nicola, Cormac, Niall, Andrea, Aoife, Martin, Niamh, Sinead, Haleigh, Rhys, Leah, Eabha, Erin, Cara-Mae, Shay and Cillian.

Jesus you who rejoice with simple and humble hearts so often forgotten and despised, exalt with the grace of canonisation, Blessed Alexandrina M. Da Costa who always wanted to live hidden from the world and far from it's pomps. Listen to the pleas which we make to you through her intercession, grant us especially the grace which we desire if it is for your honour the glorification of the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the salvation of sinners on whose behalf this deeply devoted daughter of yours gave herself so generously. "I chose you for the happiness of many souls" (Jesus a Alexandrina).

B. McN.

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). A. R.

Student allowed stolen cheques to be lodged into his account A student who allowed his bank account to be used to cash a cheque told Dundalk District Court that he was unaware it had been stolen.

Cassius Mpame of 3 Lennonstown Close, Red Barns Road, Dundalk, admitted receiving €200 for allowing the €4,400 cheque go through his account, and it was accepted that he had no part in the theft.

Evidence was given that as part of a nationwide investigation into 40 incidents of a person lodging stolen and altered cheques into quick-lodge machines, it was discovered that Mr Mpame had allowed his account to be used.

The investigating Garda revealed that the cheques had been stolen by a postman before they were given to

another person who altered them and lodged them into accounts.

Solicitor, Niall Lavery, stated that his client had foolishly allowed somebody to use his account but had derived very little from the transaction as he received €200. He admitted his part but didn’t know the cheque was stolen.

He added that if his client hadn’t been so co-operative it might have been difficult to locate him as the account was in a Galway bank.

Mr Lavery pointed out that the 19-year-old third level student had never come to adverse attention before.

Judge Flann Brennan adjourned the case to July 13 for a Probation Report.

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LOUTH CO. COUNCIL—I, Eugene McEnteggart intend to apply for Planning Permission for Demolition of an existing dwelling house, construction of a new replacement dwelling house, detached domestic garage, re-location of existing entrance and all associated site works at Rock Road, Blackrock, Co.Louth.

This Planning Application may be inspected or purchased on payment of a specified fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority, Louth County Council, located at Town Hall, Crowe Street, Dundalk, Co Louth, from 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing and on payment of the prescribed fee €20 within 5 weeks of the date of receipt of the application by the Authority.

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Coláiste Rís school inspire young entrepreneurs

A Dundalk student, whose brother suffered a freak eye injury, has combined with three friends to invent a product that could help others avoid a similar accident.

The idea has proved such a big hit that Coláiste Ris students Eoin Murphy, Ciaran Hand, Eoin Smith and Padraig Fallon with their company Meáchan won the regional student enterprise final and will represent Louth in the National finals for the student enterprise awards to be held in Croke Park on April 20.

Each year over 17,000 students all over Ireland get to find out what it’s really like to be their own boss and run their own business by taking part in the Student Enterprise Awards Programme.

The Student Enterprise Awards (SEAs) is the biggest enterprise competition for students in

Coláiste Rís students have come up with a very useful invention

Ireland.

Coláiste Ris business teacher, Breege-Marie Dorrian asked students to brainstorm ideas for business by thinking of a problem and devising a solution. All four members of the company, Eoin Murphy, Ciarán Hand, Eoghan Smith and Pádraig Fallon are passionate about sports and all take an extremely active role in local GAA

and soccer clubs and in school.

“Eoin’s brother received a serious injury to his eye when he was hit by a pin he was removing from a goalpost, requiring hospitalisation and a serious eye operation. We began to research alternatives to the products which were available and quickly realised that there were numerous injuries sur-

rounding securing goal posts, as well as the threat of the posts collapsing and injuring players”, explained the students.

“As a result, we have developed a 100% recycled rubber weight which is relatively cheap to produce and absorbs impact. We designed the product to be extremely mobile, so that coaches could carry it alongside

other equipment such as water bottles. A unique feature of our innovative product is its ability to mould to the back bar of the goalposts, allowing for a secure anchor, without having to insert potentially dangerous sharp objects into the ground.

“The product is extremely durable and environmentally conscious as it is made from recycled rubber, which additionally will result in less damage to flooring if utilised during indoor training”, they added.

“We firmly believe that we have designed and marketed a product that provides a safer playing environment for underage GAA and soccer players who use portable goalposts”, they added, pointing out that they have received endorsements from Brent Pope (rugby analyst) and Karl Henry (personal trainer).

Pupils from Scoil Nh Lorcan in Omeath enjoying the 1916 celebrations

Fitzer wants to tackle obesity

FINE Gael TD, Peter Fitzpatrick, has called for the publication of the National Obesity Policy and Action Plan to be fast-tracked to tackle Ireland’s growing obesity problem.

“As a member of the Oireachtas Health Committee and someone who believes passionately in promoting a healthy lifestyle, I have highlighted on many occasions the danger that obesity poses to our young people in particular.

“The Fine Gael led Government launched Healthy Ireland, an initiative aimed at improving the health and well-being of the people of Ireland now and for generations to come. This all-encompassing approach is integral to delivering for the whole of society but we need to do more.

“The findings of a recent study published in the Lancet, which show Irish men have the highest average BMI in Europe and women the third highest, are unfortunately not surprising. It is expected that by 2025 38% of men and 37% of women in Ireland will be obese.

“In the last 40 years there has been a dramatic increase in the number of obese people worldwide, increasing from 105m in 1975 to 641m in 2014.

This is a problem that is not going away. It is getting worse.

“We cannot afford to waste time in tacking this issue and I am calling on the Department of Health to fast-track the publication of a National Obesity Policy and Action Plan as a matter of urgency.”

Louth Hunt point to point

LOUTH Hunt Point to Point Races Admission is €10 and free for Uwill take place at Bellurgan Park on 16s.

Sunday April 10 with first race at The day will also feature food 2.30pm. There will be six races over stands, children’s entertainment and three minutes. refreshment tents.

The Springsteens At ‘Talk Of Dundalk’

Tara O’Halloran, Theresa Martin and

Linda Martin

Enjoying the Bruce Springsteen night at Talk of Dundalk

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Man ordered to pay for stolen beer kegs A man who stole beer kegs from outside a hotel was ordered to pay compensation to the owners.

Patrick McDonagh of Mullaharlin, Dundalk, was given the chance to avoid a ten-month prison term after the case against him at Dundalk District Court was adjourned for a Community Service Report.

The court heard that a staff member at Bellingham Castle Hotel reported a theft and when CCTV was viewed they saw the defendant and another male enter the rear of the premises. Seven kegs of beer valued at €1,195 were taken.

Patrick Corscadden, the Gen-

eral Manager of the hotel and a member of the family who own the premises, stated that nobody was given permission to be on the premises and that the kegs were not recovered.

Solicitor, Paula Tiernan, applied for the case to be struck out as the ownership of the kegs had not been properly established.

However, Judge Flann Brennan stated that he was satisfied by the evidence of Mr Corscadden that the kegs were the property of his family’s enterprise.

With the defence not going into evidence, Judge Brennan convicted Mr McDonagh.

Ms Tiernan stated that the 20-year-old was one of seven

children and has a vast number of previous convictions for his age.

He has recently moved in with his partner and that has had a positive influence on him.

Judge Brennan stated that he would consider 200 hours Community Service in lieu of ten months as he put the case back to June 15.

He warned that every single penny had to be paid back if the defendant was to avail of Community Service.

The judge added that the defendant clearly wasn’t alone and that he could look to the other person for a contribution.

THE Louth Rose will be selected at the end of the month at a glitzy ceremony in the Crowne Plaza and time is fast running out for any ladies who feel they have what it takes to make it all the way to Tralee.

The International Rose of Tralee is one of the biggest and

most popular dates on the calendar and Louth Rose organisers are urging any lady between 18 and 27 years old to apply right now for the selection process which will take place on April 23. Rory O’Brien who is on the organising committee for the Louth Rose is encouraging

anybody who enjoys the Rose of Tralee festival to apply online and give themselves a chance to become the Louth Rose.

“It’s a wonderful competition and without exception every Louth Rose who has been picked has had nothing but good things to say about the competition.

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Celebrating 1916

The pupils, parents and staff of Scoil Naomh Lorcan Omeath hosted a 1916 concert and a 1916 tea party to commemorate the event

Final opportunity to represent Louth at Rose of Tralee festival Even if you are not picked on the night it is still a fantastic occasion and lots of fun is promised.

This year there is a slight twist in that the Louth Rose is guaranteed to make it to Tralee. Previously the Louth Rose had to go to a second selection process in Portlaoise but that has been done

away with and if you are selected to be Louth Rose you are guaranteed to be in Tralee as part of the International Rose festival.

The competition opens up so many doors for girls and can create plenty of opportunities as well as lasting friendships.

If you are female and between

18 and 27 years of age you can apply to become Louth Rose by visiting www.roseoftralee.ie and filling in the online application form. If any girls have questions about the competition they can contact rose.louth@gmail.com.

Closing date for applications is Friday April 15.

The Springsteens At ‘Talk Of Dundalk’

Stephen Cronin and David Bolton.

Anne Matthews and Paul Matthews.

Francis Conlon.

Christina Fisher.

Martina McGarvey, David Burke and

Emma Fitzgerald.

John Cotter and Jessica Bolger.

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Awards for Ardee Concert Band

Ardee Concert Band performing at the national championships in Navan Forty-seven members of Ardee Concert Band performed in the Irish Association of Brass and Concerts Bands National Band Championships in the Solstice Arts Centre, Navan on Saturday April 2 under the musical Direction of Brendan Breslin.

Performing in Section 1 Concert, the highest category for Concert Bands in the Country; Ardee Brought home two trophies.

Ardee were awarded a total of 136 marks out of 150, 2 marks behind the section winners Dublin Concert Band. Band Secretary Niall Doherty collected the prizes of Best Own choice and second place award from the adjudicator of the weekend.

The Ardee Concert Youth Band also played earlier on in the day under John Gaynor, Unfortunately not placing they performed very well in a tough Youth section 4. They have done the band and their families proud.

“They are always a credit to our band and also to our town on any engagement they attend and last weekend was no exception, they were treated to Lunch out for their tremendous effort and it’s all experience that they can bring into their next performances and competitions”, said band PRO Sinéad Nutley.

Treat for Van Morrison fans at Spirit Store Friday April 8 sees the return of the definitive Van Morrison tribute Celtic Soul to the Spirit Store.

As regulars on the Gerry Kelly show on BBC Radio Ulster, the band played their biggest gig to date at the Ulster Hall as part of BBC Music Day in June last year.

The band receive critical acclaim from devout Van fans wherever they perform. They were honoured to be asked to perform for the unofficial Van Morrison fan club as they met Belfast to celebrate his 70th birthday concerts on Cyprus Avenue.

With more years than they care to remember playing in blues, folk, trad and jazz bands these musicians have the ingredients to deliver Van’s music authentically.

From the days of Them, through the classic albums Astral Weeks, Moondance, St Dominics Preview and more, Celtic Soul perform many classic songs as well as his hits like Brown Eyed Girl and Bright Side of the Road and Have I Told you Lately.

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Dundalk Musical Society present 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 Crowne Plaza Hotel at 8pm.

With an ensemble of over 30 adults, and featuring a host of well known local singers; Orlaith Rice, Karyn McCooey, Lorraine Quigley, Carol McCourt, Alan Doherty and Paudie Breen to name but a few. As well as showcasing young

upcoming talents like Ciara Quigley, Niamh Craven, Helena Mullins, James Brennan and Brian Halpin.

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

It will also be an opportu-

nity to hear the wonderful music from Sister Act, which wowed audiences with six sell out shows last October. Proceeds from the show are a vital source of income towards staging their annual musical and the society are very grateful to the people of Dundalk whose constant support has helped the group to grow and flourish over 65 years in existence.

Tickets are priced at €15 are selling fast 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 special assistance contact Paudie Breen on (085) 7306179.

As there is no allocated seating patrons are advised to get there early on the night and are guaranteed a wonderful evenings entertainment. The society will also be announcing their plans for their October 2016 production on the night.

Dundalk Musical Society getting ready to present Showtime at the Crowne Plaza Hotel

DKIT students begin filming for short film Filming for a brand new short film made by students in DKIT begins this week in various locations around the town.

The short film called ‘Strawberry’ is in pre-production and principal photography is taking place this week between the 4th and 7th of April.

‘Strawberry’ is a comedy about a young lad Stephen that has to work at the family strawberry stand, ruining his plans to meet his girlfriend. He reluctantly carries out his shift, but not as he

DkIT students are commencing filming across Dundalk this week

expected. Throughout the day Stephen is pestered by various characters, changing

his day in a way he couldn’t have imagined.

The cast includes

Kieran Boland, David O’Boyle, Pat Deery, George Bracebridge and Emma Kells. The

short film is a 5 minute comedy created by 3rd year DKIT students for their final project.

The team members are Robert McCabe (Writer) Daniel O’Toole (Producer) Jessica Young (Director) Nicky Fitzsimons (Cinematographer) Daniel Faulkner (Production Design) and Eleanor Bell (Editor).

Filming locations are in Dundalk, and includes the team filming at Oriel Centre Dundalk Gaol. It is expected that the film will be ready for release in June.

Scoil Rince Mona Ní Rodaigh Blue team who enjoyed success at the World Irish Dancing Championships in Glasgow

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in Brief Carers’ Support Group

The Dundalk branch of the Louth Family Carers Support Group will hold an opening meeting in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dundalk on Thursday, 14th April at 7.30pm.

The goal of this group is to ’help carers cope’. The evening will focus on looking at the current needs and challenges of those who are or have been carers be that to family members, relatives,friends or neighbours.

All interested are very welcome to attend. Enquiries to Winifred on 087 281 5714.

Irish Kidney Association

The Irish Kidney Association are seeking volunteers to help with Donor Week which runs from April 1 to 9. They are seeking some volunteers to help sell some flowers on April 7 or 9.

If you would like to give some of your time please contact Helen on 0429332907.

The Corrs support local talent Dundalk School of Music (DSM) has announced that they have teamed up with the Corr family to invite two young musicians to a rare behind-the-scenes experience of an international tour. The teenagers selected will be treated to an all-expenses paid overnight visit to accompany the band members as they prepare for one of their concerts. As well as holding VIP tickets for the concert, the lucky young musicians will also attend the soundcheck and meet various members of the backstage team, as well as spending time with Andrea, Caroline, Sharon and Jim. “Over the past six years, we’ve seen the great work being done with young people at the Dundalk School of Music. Patricia and her team are doing a wonderful job of nurturing young local musical talent with exceptional results,” said Andrea Corr, lead singer of The Corrs. “We wouldn’t

Jim, Sharon, Andrea and Caroline Corr.

be where we are today without people who mentored and encouraged us, and we are delighted to lend our support to upcoming young musicians in our own hometown.”

Established in 2009, the Dundalk School of Music is dedicated to helping children and adults at all levels to realise their musical talent across a range of disciplines from piano, violin, flute and guitar to vo-

cals. “We’re very grateful to the Corrs for reaching out to our students with this fabulous opportunity,” said Patricia Duffy, founder and director.

“For some of our younger students who dream of pursuing a professional career in contemporary pop or rock music, this could be the inspiring, motivational experience that makes all of the difference to them in having the confidence to follow that dream.”

Currently touring around Ireland and Europe, local group The Corrs have sold over 40 million albums since their 1995 debut ‘Forgiven Not Forgotten’.

The Corrs’ signature sound is a unique and enchanting mix of traditional Celtic with a pop/rock twist. In November 2015, the Band released the brand new studio Album ‘White Light’, their first major album release since 2004.

Man confused when he made admission A man stated that he only admitted to Gardai that he had tried to claim Social Welfare in another’s name because he was confused after just waking up.

Tolulope Oladunjoye, 26 Tain Court, Bridge Street, Dundalk, told Dundalk District Court that he didn’t understand exactly what was going on when being questioned by Gardai.

Mr Oladunjoye denied presenting himself at the social welfare office to make the claim, stating that he was not even in Dundalk on that day

and added that he was not the man on CCTV. In evidence, the defendant stated that he had been asleep when Gardai called around Noon and he was caught unawares which is why he told them he had been at the social welfare office.

Insp Martin Beggy pointed out that at the Garda Station he also admitted presenting the card and that he told Gardai he was collecting the money for a friend who had gone to Canada.

The defendant denied this.

In making his ruling, Judge

Flann Brennan, stated that he didn’t have the slightest doubt about the defendant’s guilt in this case.

“The claim that he only woke up is nonsense. He was guilty and made up an excuse about a friend who had gone to Canada. I have no hesitation in convicting him. He imposed a 12 month sentence which he suspended for two years.

At an earlier sitting, an employee at the Social Welfare office stated that on October 21, 2014, Mr Oladunjoye came to the office with a card that

didn’t have identification at the time.

He became suspicious and went to tell a supervisor but the defendant had left when he returned.

The following week Mr Oladunjoye returned with a card in his own name. The employee had no doubt it was the defendant on both occasions.

Solicitor, Paula Tiernan, applied to have the case dismissed as the CCTV footage was not conclusive. However, Judge Brennan ruled there was a case to answer.

Pete Treanor’s

Weekly Quiz

1—Mythology: Thor and Odin were gods in what people’s mythology?

2—Children’s Books: In the Pamela L Traver’s books, what is the name of the Bank’s family nanny?

3—Europe: The provinces of Piedmont and Lombardy are parts of what country?

4—Local: During the 1950s through to early 80’s what business was carried out in Dundalk

by Lowry Carroll, John O’Dowd and Paul Byrne amongst others?

5—Politics: Which Taoiseach claimed on a television address ‘ We are living beyond our means’?

6—Transport: Which motor manufacturing company has its headquarters in Barcelona?

7—History: Vidkum Quisling was the leader of what country during the second world war?

8—Television: Grace and Favour, was a spin off of what popular BBC TV sitcom of the 70’s and 80’s?

9—Nature: What type of creature is a Sea Wasp?

10—Soccer: Which great Dutch footballer was nicknamed ‘The Swan of Utrecht’?

The Stinker: In what sport is the referee allowed keep a dagger about him at all times?

—this week’s answers— 1. Norse Myth 2. Mary Poppins 3. Italy 4. Turf Accountants 5. CJ Haughey 6. Seat 7. Norway 8. Are You Being Served 9. Jellyfish 10. Marco Van Basten.

Stinker – Sumo Wrestling

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The Springsteens At ‘Talk Of Dundalk’

Linda McKeown, Rosie Conlon, Jacq ueline McCullagh, Jackie Deelin and Maria Hughes.

Briege and Brendan Mackin.

Jacqueline McCullagh, Linda McKeow n.

Barbara Duffy and Margaret Curtis.

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Dundalk Karate recently travelled to Collinstown, Dublin, where CIKA Ireland hosted a Kata Seminar with Sensei Emma Lurcraft who is a European Champion and World Bronze Medalist in Kata and also CIKA World’s Kata Coach.

Junior members, Conor Hamilton and Franciszek Chmielecki were first up, along with fellow Kyu grade members of CIKA Ireland, where they covered kata basics, and each and every member were thoroughly thrilled with everything that was covered. After a quick break it was time for Bassai, a Black Belt Kata to be covered, and with Dundalk Karate members Catherine Marcus and Franciszek Chmielecki taking to the tatami matts

Catherine Marcus, Franciszek Chmielecki and Conor Hamilton with Sensei Emma Lurcraft

along with fellow senior grades from within CIKA Ireland, everyone stepped up and knuckled down to perfect Bassai.

With Conor, Franciszek, and Catherine,

along with Liam Hoey who had a one on one private lesson with Sensei Lurcraft the previous day, all travelling to England next month as part of the CIKA Ireland Team for

the very first CIKA England International Karate Competition in Liverpool, where they will be competing in both Kata (form) and Kumite (fighting).

Aaron and Caolan impress in the west

Elite golfers Aaron Grant and Caolan Rafferty proudly flew the flag for Dundalk Golf Club at the West of Ireland Golf Championship in Rosses Point over the Easter Weekend.

Both reached the last 16 of the first major amateur championship of the 2016 season and claimed some notable scalps along the way.

The Dundalk duo qualified for the Matchplay stage of the tournament after finishing among the top 25 of the 64 qualifiers. The qualifying round was reduced to 18 holes after high winds caused the second round on Easter Saturday to be abandoned so Grant’s 77 and Rafferty’s 79 from Friday saw them qualify comfortably inside the cut.

Mary Anne Bell (née Martin), 13 Fr. Murray Park, Dundalk, peacefully, Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda on Saturday April 2. Beloved wife of the late Joseph. Predeceased by her daughters Anne (Murphy) and Margaret (Hutchinson) and grandsons David and Gerard (Hutchinson). She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing sons Jack, Noel, Joey and Gerry, daughters Kathleen, Celine, Mary and Alice, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, relatives and friends.

Tom King Legion Avenue, Dundalk, peacefully in his son Gerard’s home on Thursday March 31. Tommy (late of Irish Cement Drogheda) beloved husband of the late Vera (nee Crilly) dear father of Finbarr, Catriona Sharkey and Gerard. Deeply regretted by his sons, daughter, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, son-in-law, daughters-in-law nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Catherine Lody Rockfield Close, Ardee, peacefully at her residence on Wednesday March 30. Beloved mother of Debbie, Sean, Kevin and Daniel, sadly missed by her loving daughter, sons, daughters-in-law Phillipa, Lynsey, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Noreen McGuill (nee Roddy) late of Mount Rath, Ardee Road, Dundalk and Rampark, Jenkinstown, peacefully surrounded by her family in Dealgan Nursing Home on Thursday March 31. Predeceased by her beloved husband Enda McGuill and sons-in-law Martin and Barry, adored mother of Gerard,

Reaching the last 16 of the West represents a good start to the season for Rafferty and Grant and everybody at Dundalk wishes the boys well for the coming season.

One of the big targets for both players in the coming weeks will be the annual Dundalk Senior Scratch Cup scheduled for Sunday, April 24. Entries are now being accepted by the Pro Shop on 042-9321731.

Connor McCaughey (5) and Frank Byrne (10) combined well to win Sunday’s Fourball Stableford competition. They had a point to spare over Tommy Reneghan (13) and Niall McCaul (7) who took second on countback from Noel Reidy (12) and Noel Crowe (25).

David Murden (13) just pipped

George Rogers (19) on Easter Monday to win the Singles Stableford competition on countback thanks to 22pts over the final nine holes. Both had shot 38pts as did third placed Kieran Arthurs (11).

The Club have entered a team into the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open Pro-Am Competition. The format is mixed fourball, to be played on Wednesday, April 20 in Hollystown, with leading qualifiers advancing to a National final in the K Club in early May. The leading Qualifier in the Gold Medal will be the Men’s representative. Gold Medal qualifying takes place this weekend with qualifiers on Saturday and Sunday and tee times can be reserved via the BRS system.

Death Notices Bernie and Adrienne. Noreen will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her son, daughter-in-law Maria, daughters, their partners Maurice and Noel, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, residents and staff of Dealgan Nursing Home, extended family, neighbours and friends.

David (Davy) McNally Slieve Foy Park, Muirhevnamor and Coalisland, at Craigavon Hospital on Monday March 28. David, predeceased by his parents James and Agnes. Very deeply regretted by his loving family, wife Mary (nee Hagan), daughters Maria, Oonagh and Dana, brothers Tony and Philip, sons-inlaw Kevin and Paul, uncles, aunts, cousins, mother in-law Annie Hagan, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Colm O’CARROLL Ard Easmuinn, Dundalk, peacefully at his residence on Wednesday March 30. Colm, beloved husband of Ann (nee Waters). Very deeply regretted by his loving wife, sons Niall, Andrew and Sean, daughters Mary and Niamh, sisters Aileen and Delma, sons-in-law Ronan and Keith, daughters in-law Bríd and Sharon, grandchildren Jamie, Rebecca, Hannagh, Lee, Alex, Luke, Ellis, Grace, Freya and Lucy, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

John Farrell Clonmore, Hale Street, Ardee, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda on Wednesday March 30. Beloved father of Patrick, sadly missed by his loving

parents Gerry and Mary, his brothers and sisters - Anne, Sinead, Mary, Joanne, Elaine, Gerard, Nicola, Lisa Jane, Edel and James, brothers-in-law, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Maura Finan (née Curry) Old Muirhevna, Dublin Road, Dundalk, and Greystones, peacefully in Eyrfield Nursing Home, Greystones, on Tuesday March 29. Maura predeceased by her husband John Patrick. Very deeply regretted by her loving family sons John and Michael, daughters Patricia, Dympna and Helen, sister Dympna Curry, sons-inlaw, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Sean Murtagh Marlbog Road, Haggardstown, Dundalk, peacefully in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Wednesday March 30.

Sean, beloved son of the late John and Margaret and dear brother of Margaret, Nicky, Veronica, Carmel and the late Gerard. Deeply regretted by his brother and sisters, nephews, relatives and friends.

Kess Westveer Willville, Carlingford and formerly of Waarde, Zeeland, The Netherlands peacefully at Ratoath Manor Nursing Home on Wednesday March 30. Perdeceased by his daughter Kornelia Maria. Very deeply regretted by his loving wife Lily, sons Rene, Declan and Brian, daughters-in-law Janel and Sarah, grandson Dirk, sister-in-law

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Cara Cancer Support Centre

Cara Cancer Support Centre in Dundalk, are to hold a health and wellness guest speaker evening.

On Wednesday April 6th at 7pm two figures from the health and wellness industry will be in Cara Cancer Support Centre to give advice on how to have a healthy lifestyle when dealing with cancer.

The evening will include advice on how to keep a healthy diet and the right foods to include in your diet also.

Whether you are dealing with cancer in the present or you are a survivor and it’s in your past, this is the perfect evening to find out the right tips on how to have a healthy lifestyle. We will also have someone in the fitness industry who will give his own advice on how to keep fit and active, while going through this time in your life.

The guest speakers on the evening will be Co. Louth nutritionist and dietitian Dara Morgan who is a member of the Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute.

Dara has worked in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics for over 20 years and has extensive knowledge of the benefits of healthy eating choices in the management of illness.

For more information contact Cara Cancer Support Centre on 042 933 9383 or email info@ccscdundalk.ie.

Maureen, brother-in-law Eddie, and his sisters, brothers and extended family in Holland.

David (Davy) Lawrence Snr The Laurels, Dundalk, peacefully at Our Lady’s Hospital, Navan on Monday March 30. Davy, beloved husband of Martina (nee Ward), predeceased by his parents Edward and Elizabeth, brother Tom. Very deeply regretted by his loving wife, sons Robert, David and Andrew, daughter Sonya (Mulholland), brothers Harry, Edward, Raymond and Colm, son-in-law Keith, daughters-in-law Jennifer and Sonya, grandchildren Logan, Grace, Kate and Corbin, brother in-law, sisters in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extented family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Martin Wilton Castleumney Rd, Tinure, Dunleer, and late of Ballsgrove and Greenhills, suddenly at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Saturday March 26. Martin, beloved husband of Margaret and loving dad to Lisa, Edel, Emma and Leah. Sadly missed by his loving wife and daughters, son in law Michael, Lisa and Emma’s partners Mark and Mark, grandsons Luke and James, sisters, brothers, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Sadie McCrohan Streamstown House, Ardee peacefully at her residence pm Saturday March 26.Predeceased by her husband Dan, daughter Teresa and grandson Noel. Deeply regretted by her daughter Mary, son John, daughter-in-law Nuala, sons-in-law Declan and Patsy, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends.

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subaru forester updated The ford mustang

The Subaru Forester has been updated for 2016 with exterior and interior make over.

The exterior sees a new hexagonal grille with a new motif mesh and the front bumper has been revised featuring L-shaped chrome trim. At the rear there are new LED combination lights.

There are now LED headlamps with a new adaptive front lighting system that tracks the road ahead as you corner.

The interior has been upgraded with new soft touch

materials with piano black and metallic trim. The TFT display has been revised to a new 7� touchscreen interface with improved resolution.

Sound deadening has been improved with thicker door and quarter light glass with upgraded seals around the windows. And additional soundproofing material has been added around the dashboard and front passenger foot well.

Even the suspension has been reworked to improve comfort and steering ratios have been modified to ensure better steering inputs.

There is a choice of three 2.0-litre engines, 147PS 2.0D turbo-diesel, 150PS 2.0i natural aspirated petrol and a 241PS direct injection turbo-charged petrol with CVT transmission.

The 147PS diesel and 150PS petrol come with six-speed manual transmissions with the option of CVT should you prefer.

And of course all models feature Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive system as standard with the warranty extending to five years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Some details of the magnificent Ford Mustang now available in right hand drive.

There is a choice of two petrol power plants, a 2.3-litre 314PS EcoBoost engine or a 5.0-litre 418PS V8, with both engine being available in either the fastback or convertible body. There is also the option of either six-speed

manual or six- speed automatic transmission.

All Mustangs are equipped with 19-inch wheels, performance brakes, automatic HID xenon headlamps and LED rear lamps. Plus dualzone climate control, a ninespeaker sound system, and SYNC 2 voice control connectivity with an eight-inch

colour touch screen.

Options include climate control seats and premium 19-inch alloy wheels with Lustre Nickel finish (available as part of the optional custom pack). There is a choice ten exterior colour palettes that include exclusive Competition Orange and tri-coat Triple Yellow.

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the new MAZDA CX-3

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The new Mazda CX-3 is a major player in the crowded market place of the compact SUV. There is a choice of two 2.0-litre petrol engines, developing 120PS or 150PS with the option of manual or automatic transmissions depending on the model variant. The 120PS powered models are front wheel drive and 150PS all wheel drive under the guise of the AWD Sport Nav. If you prefer diesel then you will be catered for by a 1.5-litre unit producing 105PS, in either front or all wheel drive – with the Sport

Nav model being available as an automatic. The front wheel drive manual is capable of 70.6 mpg with emissions of 105 g/km.

There are five trim levels, starting at the ‘SE’, ‘SE Nav’, ‘SE-L’, ‘SE-L Nav’ and the top of the range ‘Sport Nav’. Standard equipment across the range includes a 7-inch colour touchscreen interface, DAB radio tuner, Bluetooth connectivity and a multifunction steering wheel. Standard safety equipment includes six airbags, Hill Hold Assist, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System and Dynamic Stabil-

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The CX-3 ‘SE’ comes with features such as 16-inch alloy wheels, plus heated and power folding mirrors.

The ‘SE-L’ highlights include rear privacy glass and front LED fog lights plus Lane Departure Warning System, Smart City Brake Support and rear parking sensors.

The ‘Sport’ Nav gains LED head and rear lights, 18-inch Gun-metallic, reversing camera, pan-European satellite navigation, Bose surround sound, smart keyless and Mazda’s Active Driving Display head-up display system.

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