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The urgent need for better communication and training and proper risk assessments for vulnerable psychiatric patients in the Louth-Meath area have been highlighted at an inquest on the death of a 53-year-old Dundalk man who died in the psychiatric unit of Our Lady’s Hospital Navan in 2011.

The tragic passing in June 2011 of Eamonn Tuite of Avondale Park, Dundalk, who had presented as a voluntary patient at St Brigid’s Hosptial was described as a death that should never have happened.

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John urges patient approach at Medical World Cup

By Paul Byrne Ireland’s involvement in the European Football Championships may have ended but there is another group of Irish soccer players, including a Dundalk man, preparing for a major international soccer tournament this weekend.

The World Medical Football Championships will begin this weekend in Barcelona and the Irish team have a genuine chance of going far in the tournament having reached the quarter finals last year in Los Angeles where they lost to eventual winners the Czech Republic after conceding a goal in the last minute.

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Continued from Page 1 found in the shower at his room in the psychiatric unit. Death was due to ligature strangulation In returning his verdict, Meath Coroner Nathaniel Lacy said that it was clear that there had been a breakdown in communications and a failure in assessments of Mr Tuite’s condition.

He recommended that a higher level of precaution should be applied to medical assessments that were urgently required, that all high risk items should be removed from the area of a patient, and that there should be appropriate suicide risk training.

Solicitor James MacGuill, acting for the family, said that this was a death that should never have happened. In a statement issued by Mr MacGuill following the inquest Mr Tuite’s wife and family said

that they welcomed the strong recommendations from the coroner that to avoid further similar unnecessary fatalities there should be better communications and training, proper risk assessment and the removal of belts and hazardous items from vulnerable patients.

They said they hoped that the HSE would revise its policies and proceed urgently to give effect to the recommendations.

Mr Tuite had presented as a voluntary patient at St Brigid’s Hospital Ardee on June 2, 2011, but was transferred to the Navan hospital at 3am because there was no bed available for him at St Brigid’s. It was described at the inquest as a death that should never have happened.

A number of consultant psychiatrists gave evidence that Mr Tuite had been

treated for anxiety and depression. There was evidence that Mr Tuite was unhappy at Navan and wanted to be transferred to a St John of God hospital but his death took place before that happened.

During the inquest Mr Tuite’s wife Patricia protested at the way she had been told about her husband’s death. She said she had been going about her normal business on a Friday, going down town and paying a few bills and didn’t know that her husband had been dead for five hours.

She got a phone call to report to Dundalk Garda station where a sergeant told her in person that her husband had passed away but could not tell her how.

It was not the Garda’s job to tell her, it was the hospital’s.

She said it was suggested that a psychiatrist should tell her the news but that

she had refused to do so.

She felt her family had been treated disgracefully.

A psychiatrist said that they never meant to cause distress to the family. The situation was very unique and tragic and staff did not want to phone Mrs Tuite because of fears that she might be driving at the time and did not want to shock her.

Solicitor Mary Cowhey, representing the HSE, said that changes in practice had been implemented since Mr Tuite’s death. It would no longer be the case that a consultant in one psychiatric unit would be responsible for the care of a patient after transfer to another psychiatric unit.

A consultant in the receiving unit would now take over responsibility for the patient’s care. It was also the case that a new 49bed psychiatric unit com-

prising of single rooms would be opened in Drogheda this year to replace the units in Ardee and Navan and this would allow for greater flexibility in treating patients.

At Monday’s meeting of Meath Co Council independent Cllr Wayne Forde said that the lapses in the treatment of Mr Tuite were “quite shocking and heartbreaking.

The way in which the HSE had treated the family in the aftermath of the death, leaving them for five hours before telling them of the event, was also quite shocking.

He believed that the HSE psychiatric services in Louth and Meath failed Mr Tuite and his family and he called on the Minister for Health to institute an independent inquiry into all the circumstances surrounding “this awful tragedy”.

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Dundalk man John Larkin is a consultant colorectal surgeon in St James Hospital in Dublin and he is a key member of the Irish team who will be bidding for glory this weekend in Barcelona. According to the Carrick Road man confidence is high amongst

the squad after their fine performance last year.

“We’re looking forward to getting out to Barcelona and getting started. We will play six games in seven days which is tough going but we’ve been training well and we feel we’re ready to give a good account of ourselves,” stated john.

“Last year was the first year an Irish team entered the World Championships and we did pretty well finishing in seventh place beating Great Britain 3-0 in the play-off. We beat Brazil and Germany in what was dubbed the group of death and were a minute away from a penalty shootout against eventual winners the Czech

Republic before they scored a late winner.

“It was a hugely enjoyable experience and we have developed a great team spirit over the last year. Obviously given the hours we work it’s not always easy to schedule group training sessions but we all train at least once a week and we’re in pretty good shape heading to Barcelona,” added John.

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A man who pointed a realistic imitation gun at Gardai when he refused to leave a taxi mini bus, caused a Garda to sustain a serious leg injury during attempts to restrain him.

As a result, Dean McGinley of 6 Assumption Place, Dundalk, was told he was facing jail for what Judge Flann Brennan described as an outrageous offence. In adjourning the case for a Probation Report, the judge stated that the defendant would go to jail unless there was some overwhelming reason provided.

The court heard that at 5.30am on April 17 last year, Gardai went to assist a taxi driver outside the station who wanted to remove Mr McGinley from the mini bus. Two legitimate passengers had got into the taxi before the defendant got in but then he refused to leave.

When Gardai asked him to get

off the bus he asked: “You and whose army are getting me out?

When Gardai entered the bus he produced a realistic imitation firearm from his pocket, pointed it at the officers and pulled the trigger a number of times.

The Gardai believed it was real and in the struggle to take it off him, it broke. The defendant kicked out violently and although pepper spray was used, it had little effect.

He charged at Gardai with a clenched fist, continued to point to broken gun at officers and shouted, “I will f***ing kill you”.

He then charged at one of the Gardai who suffered a broken leg in the scuffle. He was eventually restrained.

Solicitor, Dermot Monahan, stated that his client had been released from St Brigid’s Hospital a week earlier and was suffering

from psychological difficulties.

He added that Mr McGinley had no memory of the events and he deeply regretted what happened.

The solicitor added that although the firearm was an imitation, it was not appropriate to produce it to any member of the Gardai in this jurisdiction given the terrible things the force has suffered.

Mr Monahan stated that his client was suffering from a mental illness but was told by Judge Flann Brennan that bipolar disorder was not a mental illness. The judge stated that he was not trying to minimise the condition and noted that the defendant was on drugs also.

“He is going to go to jail unless I find some overwhelming reason as this is an outrageous offence”, added Judge Brennan as he put the case back to September 28.

Residents celebrate Street Feast On Sunday June 12, the Doolargy Avenue community in Muirhevnamor held a Street Feast in line with the national initiative which was taking place all over the country.

Street Feast is a day of local lunches across Ireland hosted by community members and their neighbours. The objective of the Street Feast initiative is to eat great food, celebrate your local community and meet people who live near you.

The event volunteers organised a marquee, face painter and barbeque for the Street

Residents on Doolargy Avenue celebrating Street Feast Feast. One hundred and Doolargy residents burgers were kindly do- also brought along salnated by Tony Kieran’s ads, sides and desserts.

There was a great butchers for the event

TWO of the biggest and most highly anticipated events in Dundalk’s calendar will return this week. Dundalk Style Weekender will run from Friday July 8 to Monday 11, and rounding off the schedule will be the ever popular Marshes Ladies Day which returns to Dundalk Stadium on Tuesday July 12.

Kicking off the week-

end’s events is Friday’s exclusive and exquisite Midnight in the Garden - a VIP evening hosted by Marshes Personal Stylist, Caroline McElroy.

The Summer Style Saturday will feature the latest looks from the centre’s retailers and on Sunday its about heavenly homes on Stylish Living Sunday.

Style takes centre stage at Marshes

Monday is for shopping until dropping as the centre reveals exclusive discounts and offers across a wide range of brands and in selected stores.

Special guest judges Dáithí Ó Sé, Caroline McElroy and NI Gossip Guy will be on hand on Tuesday at Marshes Ladies Day in Dundalk Stadium to crown the Best Dressed Lady.

turnout on the day with music, craic and games galore. Thankfully the good weather lasted and everyone really enjoyed themselves. It was a great way to get local residents involved in their community.

Stephen Mulligan who has been working with residents in Doolargy on behalf of Louth Volunteer Centre to increase volunteer activity in the area stated, “It was great to see so many of the local residents volunteering and getting involved both in this event and others over the past few months”.

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Car Boot Sale In Aid Of RCNE

Rape Crisis North East is inviting you to come along to their Car Boot Sale on Sunday July 10 in McEvoy’s Car Park, Bachelor’s Walk entrance, Dundalk.

Admission for buyers is €2 per person, free entry for children attending with parents. Organised

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Senior Citizens

Model Meagan Green, Dundalk Stadium Sales and Marketing Manager Emma Meehan and Marshes Centre Manager Harry Traynor look forward to Marshes Ladies Day which returns to Dundalk Stadium on Tuesday July 12.

Cooley Senior Citizens would like to thank the local Community Alert for providing them with a trip to Dublin recently and a meal in John Long’s restaurant, Grange, afterwards.

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Record Number of Green Flags fluttering in Dromiskin Cllr Peter Savage on his inaugural visit as Council Chairman came to St Peter`s NS 12 months ago and it was fitting that his last official function during his term was the raising of the eighth Green Flag (Global Citizenship Energy) in the grounds of Dromiskin NS. The Chairman was accompanied by the Tidy Towns co-ordinators Margaret Muckian and Mary Murtagh who was on her final day with Louth County Council as she was retiring that afternoon. Mary was a past pupil of the School.

The Irish Volunteers in 1916 costumes & weapons from the successful “March to Glory” accompanied Cllr Savage to unveil a 1916 memorial created by a talented Dromiskin man Seamus McArdle.

Student A Costello explained to the large gathering of pupils, parents and friends that the memorial was composed entirely from the metal legs of old school tables and chairs no longer fit

Cllr Peter Savage unveils the sculpture at St Peters NS

for purpose.

Fellow pupil P McKenna gave a repeat performance of “The Foggy Dew” accompanied on the harp by teacher S Loughran.

In an excellent speech Cllr Savage praised the tremendous work of the juvenile and adult Tidy Towns Committees and pointed out that they were getting quite close to great success at local

level. He thanked Mary Murtagh for her dedication to Louth Environmental section over the years and paid tribute to the teachers, pupils and their parents in keeping the school grounds in pristine condition at all times of the year irrespective of the weather.

He spoke of the leadership shown by Pat Mulligan in coaxing (not coercing) all who

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Chairperson P.Savage and S.McArdle then unveiled the memorial.

The final unveiling took place when Cllr. Savage and Tidy Towns Treasurer Denise McDonnell Morgan unveiled a sculpture of a “Boy Reading a Book” which occupies a spot near the school entrance.

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Weekly Quiz

1 GAA What is the name of the premier GAA ground in Belfast?

2 American History Which President of the USA was nicknamed Tricky Dicky?

3 Flags and Emblems The Kiwi is the national bird of what country?

4 Musicals ‘My Secret Love’ and ‘Take me back to the Black Hills’ are songs from what musical and film?

5 Communication In text messaging what do the letters AAMOF stand for?

6 Soccer In what ground did Chelsea win the FA Cup Final in 1970?

7 Literature: ‘The Weir of Hermiston’ was the last novel written by what Scottish novelist?

8 Nature

Trumpeter and Whooper are types of what bird?

9 Local By what nickname was St John’s Sports Club, known to dancers in the mid 1960s and early 70s around Dundalk?

10 Irish History What was the name of the beach in County Kerry, where Sir Roger Casement was arrested in 1916?

The Stinker With 106 appearances, which act has been on BBC’s Top of the Pops than any other act?

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Redeemer School Sports Day

The Redeemer School Sports Day was a huge success last Friday as parents, teachers and pupils took to the school field to take part in a number of races and activities throughout the day.

The annual event is a firm favourite on the school calendar and according to school liason officer Sinead Shields the day could not have taken place without the help of the schools very active parents association.

“Again this year the parents have been brilliant in helping us put on the sports day for the kids. Fidelma Flynn is the chairperson of the association and she along with the whole committee have worked

Mario and Jacob Vocella.

tirelessly to ensure the day went smoothly.

“We had races for all ages including the early starters right up to sixth class and we even had races for the parents and teachers as well. There are so many people to thank but I’d like to give

Ryan and Sean McCann.

a special mention to the following businesses for their donations for our raffle: Lennons Gastro Pub, Mace on the Castletown Road, Mullens on the Castletown road, McEvoys, McAteers Food House, LA Nails, Backhouse pharmacy,

the Paint Store, The Forge Bar, EK Fuels, Colemans butchers and last but not least Joe Murtagh who donated the ice cream machine and ice cream,” acknowledged Sinead.

The fathers race was won by Colm Clarke

who received a trophy in memory of Paul Conroy who passed away late last year. Paul had been a well-loved and active member of the Redeemer School’s Parents Association.

Meanwhile, today sees the end of an era in the Redeemer Boy’s School as both the principal and deputy principal say goodbye to their pupils for the last time.

Principal Frank Mullen and Deputy Traynor retire today. Between them the duo have been teaching in the Redeemer for 77 years with Mr Mullen starting in 1977 and Mrs Traynor a year later.

Michelle Murray will take over the reins as school principal when the school re-opens in September.

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Open Day At Barmeath Castle

H b t r The extensive grounds a of Barmeath Castle near Dunleer will be open to s the public on Sunday July f t 17 from 2pm to 5pm.

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by Bru Bellew to facilitate Dunleer Tidy Towns in Fundraising for the recently launched Tidy Towns Plan.

There will be a charge for entry but refreshments are all included in the entry fee.

Scratch Cup wins for Martin and Darren Martin McEnteggart won the Intermediate Scratch Cup at Dundalk Golf Club while Darren O’Brien lifted the Minor Scratch Cup as 200 players teed it up in Sunday’s double header.

McEnteggart, a ten

handicapper, went round the testing course in 80 strokes and had one shot to spare over veteran Ollie English (13) with Oisin Conroy (14) another shot further back in third while Phil Holland (11) took fourth place on countback

after shooting 40 on the back nine for an 83. The Nett Prize went to Aaron Waite (14) who shot 70 which was one better than Ian Larkin (13).

Darren O’Brien, who plays off 17, shot an 86 to take the Minor Scratch Cup

by one shot from Greenore’s Gerry Toner (18). Two shots further back was Bobby McCarthy (17) who took third on countback from Gerry Oakes (17).

The Presentation of the cups will take place this Sunday, July 10, at 9pm in

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Conor’s appeal for Calais migrants

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Having just returned from bringing a truck load of aid to refugees in Calais, Blackrock man Conor Hughes has appealed for donations of sleeping bags and a caravan for his return trip later on this summer.

Thousands of refugees fleeing countries at war have gathered in makeshift camps in Calais desperate

to start a new life in the UK with women and children separated from men living in an area known as the Jules Ferry day care centre.

The majority of refugees are gathered in an area known as ‘the jungle’.

Conor, who is well known locally for his charity work with Crosscause travelled to Calais with Ciaran Phillips and Breffni O’Rourke to see for himself the exact scale of

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problems facing migrants in Calais. According to Conor he felt it was necessary to gauge what was needed by refugees before deciding what was the best way he could help them out.

“We travelled over to Calais with a van and a trailer loaded with sleeping bags, tents and fold up beds with mattresses. We also had first aid kits and hygiene products. When we

arrived over there we asked to speak with the charity organisations which are based over there.

“It’s very hard to get into the camps to see exactly what is happening but we managed to get talking to a ‘Care4Calais volunteer who got us into the area known as ‘The Jungle’ where we got to see for ourselves the appalling conditions that the refugees are living in.

“There are about 5000 refugees there at the minute with about 120 landing there each week. Myself, Ciaran and Breffni went over with a good load of stuff in the trailer and the plan now is to return before the end of the year with another load of stuff. We are looking for about 1000 sleeping bags and we’re hopeful that during the festival season people may be good enough to

drop their sleeping bag or tent into us when they’re finished with it. We will be looking for heavier clothes like fleeces and jumpers for winter but right now the focus is on sleeping bags, tents and a caravan in decent condition if anybody can spare one.

If anybody is able to donate sleeping bags, tents or a caravan they can contact Conor on 0879674829.

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The Following numbers were drawn in the St Brides lotto for a jackpot of €10,600 - 13, 17, 22, 29. There was no jackpot winner and the Match 3 winners were, Yvonne and Thomas Matthews, Ballybinaby c/o Shop, and Mary Meegan, c/o P. Kieran.

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various style housing among the trees at the children’s playground. From Left: Shane McCollum, Kelly Mulholland “Spinning With Kelly”, Antonette McGovern, Ryan Wilson, Roddy McCollum. Shane & Roddy McCollum are the design team for The Fairy Village.

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by September he could forget about any chance of avoiding a prison sentence.

Martin McDonagh

of 31 College Heights, Dundalk, had his case put back until September 28 when Judge Flann Brennan stated he would consider 200 hours in lieu of 10 months in jail.

The court heard that on Monday October 19 last year, the defend-

ant pulled up outside a premises on Main St, Blackrock, where a number of kegs had been delivered. He drove off with nine kegs that were not recovered.

Solicitor, Paula Tiernan, stated that the 25-year-old, who lives

at home with his parents, accepted he was wrong.

She added that this was an opportunistic act as he was driving past and saw the kegs, but it was not planned. There were others involved who were not before the court.

Liam claims impressive cycling victory Cuchulainn’s Liam Dolan made the long trip to Cranford, Co. Donegal on Saturday last to take part in the 80km JG Memorial.

With 10km to go Dolan took advantage of a brief lull to launch his attack. He quickly established a gap which continued to grow all the way to the line where Dolan took his first outright win of the season.

Over the weekend Newry

promoted the traditional 3 Day race, which started on Friday and continued over Saturday and Sunday. The 4 man Cuchulainn team competed well with Alan Grey, Gerry McCabe, Alan Bingham and Aidan Cunningham all riding strongly. Alan Bingham was consistent all weekend to take 10th position overall, while Alan Grey was fifth in the final stage to finish overall in the top 20.

On the time trial scene Cuchulainn promoted the 10mile Leinster and Louth Championship.

Dublin’s Ian Cassidy was the Leinster Champion with a blisteringly fast time of 20:47, while Mark Reilly was Louth Champion in a time of 21:16.

Gerry McCabe took second in Louth, with third place been shared by Cuchulainn’s Fran Egan and Peter Tomany. Celine McPhilip’s time

of 25mins was fast enough to take both the Louth and Leinster Championships.

Liam Dolan

Knockbridge Vintage Club Tractor Run

Knockbridge Vintage Club are holding their Annual Road Run on Sunday 10 July.

The Road Run is starting at 2pm from Knockbridge Community Centre, Dundalk.

Anyone with a vintage

bicycle is invited to join in for a short cycle around the village.

Vintage cars and tractors are all welcome to attend the Road Run to Blackrock Beach where the vintage vehicles will park on the beach

for all to see. After the stop-over, the convoy will then return to the Community Centre for some refreshments and entertainment.

Knockbridge Vintage Club are celebrating their 10th anniversary

this year. To mark this milestone, they are compiling a special Commemorative Book, which will be available at the Vintage Day on Sunday September 11.

Anyone interested in taking an advertisement

If you feel that you have the necessary skills and you want to become part of our professional team please apply in writing stating the reference to the address above or by email to info@kmr.ie. Closing date for receipt of applications is the 15th July 2016.

in the book or having a story, photo or poem included, please email your details to knockbridgevintageclub@ hotmail.com. The deadline is 31 July.

For further information call 087-2204261.

News Funds for Aoibheann’s Pink Tie News

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The Summer Stars programme is a free programme and all children and their families are welcome to join in.

Each child who registers for Summer Stars joins in the fun of reading lots of exciting books during their summer holidays.

They will receive their own Summer Stars Reading Card. Contact 9353190.

In return we will offer you the support, training and development opportunities you require to further progress in your career. Our study package includes ongoing related training, paid study leave and financial assistance towards your course fees.

Ms Tiernan, added that her client, who had 14 previous convictions, was anxious to pay compensation.

Judge Brennan stated that full compensation would have to be paid or he could forget about Community Service.

City Fans

The Dundalk branch of the official Manchester City supporters club will hold their AGM in The Punters bar, Dundalk at 7pm on Wednesday July 20. All members please attend, new members also welcome.

John McKevitt on behalf of the Foy Centre presenting Paul”Budgie” Boyle and his daughter Ciara a cheque for Aoibheann’s Pink Tie. These are proceeds from the Cow Crap Grid event held at the Foy Centre on June 19.

The organisers expressed their thanks to everyone who supported this event.

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Due to huge interest and demand BB’s Pop Up Shop has been moved from number 22 Park Street to number 66 Park Street (Old Planet Video Store) as it offers more space.

The Pop Up Shop will open this Friday July 8 until Sunday July 10 between 10am and 6pm each day. There will be bargains available for everyone with clothes, handbags, shoes, jewellery, books, DVDs/CDs and Brica-Brac on sale. There will also be a raffle and a home baking stall in the shop over the weekend.

As well as raising money for the Simon Community a donation will be given to the Louth Hospice.

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More karate medal winners

Dundalk Karate member Franciszek Chmielecki Dundalk Karate member Liam Hoey with his Gold with his Bronze Medal for Kata.

Medal and Sensei Stephen Hughes 5th Dan.

Dundalk Karate’s, Team DK, consisting of Franciszek Chmielecki, Liam Hoey and Catherine Marcus excelled yet again at the Annual Budo Nord Karate Competition which was held in the Tallaght Leisure Centre, Dublin recently.

With the school year ending and summer holidays on the agenda for many Karate-

ka, everyone excelled in the spotlight.

Numerous clubs from all over Ireland travelled to Tallaght to compete in both Kata (form) and Kumite (fighting) and with huge numbers in all categories, competition was stiff for all members of Team DK. With Junior members of Dundalk Karate, Franciszek

Chmielecki gaining a Bronze Medal in Kata and Liam Hoey being awarded a Gold Medal in Kata and Cadet member, Catherine Marcus narrowly missing out on a Medal this time round, their next competition will be the inaugural CIKA European Championships, which is being held later this year in the National Basketball Arena, Dublin.

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Driving while under the influence A man who told Dundalk Dis- a roadside breath test the detrict Court that he had no excuse fendant was taken to Dundalk for driving while under the influ- Garda Station where a breath ence of alcohol was banned from test revealed that he was over the limit. the road for one year.

Solicitor, Peter Lavery, stated Mark McCormack of 64 Lios Dubh, Armagh Road, was that the 19-year-old, who had no stopped by Gardai after he failed previous convictions was on the to yield at a yield sign and pulled right road as he had recently takup a college16:30 place and out onto the road. After he failed en Suncare129x160 Dundalk_Layout 1 05/07/2016 Pagewould 1

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He added that Mr McCormak had no excuse for driving on the date in question and had no plans to drive in the future.

Judge Flann Brennan also imposed a €250 fine and struck out a no insurance charge but warned that he would not be so lenient if it happened again.

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Redeemer Sports Day

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and Caitriona McNally, Amanda Mackin

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Success for Ardee Concert Band in Cork Ardee Concert Band are celebrating winning four major prizes at the 2016 South of Ireland Band Championships in Clonakilty.

The Senior Band swept the floor in the Senior Section against seven of Ireland’s top Concert and Brass bands.

They were awarded with a special Adjudicators award for Innovation and they then received the prize for Best Woodwind Section of a band for the competition, as well as the prize for Best Musical Arrangement for Gather the Gaels which was Composed and written by the band’s conductor, Brendan Breslin.

To top the day the Ardee Concert Band were crowned Best Concert Band of the Competition.

A celebratory break for rehearsal on Tuesday evening July 5 didn’t stop the band’s focus as they now turn to the remaining summer engagements where they partake in the Kingscourt Band Festival next Sunday July 10 and in the National Concert Hall on Saturday August 20 forming the backing band for an Elvis Tribute Charity Concert.

Pictured above right are all prize winners with South of Ireland Band Championships Committee members after the awards ceremony.

Irish Maritime Festival THE Irish Maritime Festival in association with Maxol takes place at Drogheda Port on July 9 and 10. This award-winning festival, now in its fourth year, will feature a fabulous artisan food and craft beer zone showcasing local produce from across the north east.

The Artisan Food and Craft Beer zone, hosted

by Glanbia, gives visitors the chance to meet local producers such as the Rooneys from Derrycamma rapeseed oil and Geoff Fitzpatrick from Jack Cody’s. Co-ordinator Bronagh Conlon continues “Supporting

local producers is so important. We know from experience that visitors love to meet them, taste their products and get to know them.

“The festival is a great opportunity to connect local people to local produce”, added Bronagh.

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Family Notices

In Memoriam Announcements , Anniversaries, Birthday Remembrances, Thanksgivings & Acknowledgements. in memoriam

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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). V.C. 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). B.M.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine.

Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail). S.McE.

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ATTENTION—For B.E.R. CERTIFICATION of properties being offered for sale or rent, contact Robert Mulholland, BER assessor.

087 609 1906 www.louthber.ie ADVERTISE YOUR HOUSE Premises for rent or sale to 60,000 readers a week from €5. Telephone Dundalk Leader 042 93 -20888 ONE SINGLE/ONE DOUBLE Room to rent in house, sharing. Dundalk. Tel 086 227 9906.

Get fit the fun way and learn to dance, the Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot and Jive or even your first wedding dance in a relaxed and friendly environment. Classes now taking place in the Lisdoo, Tuesday 8-10pm.

Beginners welcome. Jive classes taken place in O’Connell’s GAA Castlebellingham on Thursdays 8-10pm and Fridays in The Barbican Centre, Drogheda 8.15pm-10pm.

Contact 086 357 3271 for further information.

REIKI—Reiki, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage & Sports Massage. Dundalk, Ardee & surrounding areas. ITEC qualified, telephone Catherine 087 780 2447.

A-ALTERATIONS—For all your clothing alteration needs. Zips in Jackets €15. Zips in trousers €10.50. Curtains altered, Jeans patched. Have your dry-cleaning done with us. 042-933 3380. Long Walk Shopping Centre.

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE—Repairs, building plastering plumbing, painting, tiling, concreting, patios, gardening, PVC facia and soffits, carpentry. Over 20 yrs experience. References available. Tel Michael 085-858-8090 ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICE to over 60,000 readers for only €5 per week up to 20 words Phone Dundalk Leader 042 932 0888 BUILDING—McElroy UPVC products. For a competitive quote for all Home Improvements, extensions, sunrooms & conservatories. All PVC products supplies & fitted, fascia, soffit & guttering. We also have a complete range of PVC doors & windows.

Bathroom refurbishments completed in 5 days, painting, decorating, wall & floor tiling. All types of roof repairs. Contact anytime, on 087 260 2501 EAMONN COONEY TVs—Satellite, Aerial, T.V. Service & Repairs. Eamonn Cooney T.V. Phone 087 267 1809 WE CAN DISTRIBUTE your leaflets from €65 + vat per thousand Phone Dundalk Leader 042 932 0888 CLEANEST & KEENEST—Have your windows, carpet or suite of furniture cleaned at keenest prices. Also guttering, fascia boards, power hosing. Call Damien 0868469559 or 0879319243 WINDOW CLEANING—Gutter & facia cleaning carried out by professional, fully trained and insured staff. Affordable rates.

Domestic & Commercial. Call our office for a free quotation. Everkleen 042 935 2717 or 086 829 3585. www.everkleenservices.ie

A VAN & DRIVER available for furniture removal, also single items, 3 piece suites, cookers, fridges, washing machines. Day & night Tel 086 870 4908 HOUSE & APARTMENT CLEANING Service.

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Fully insured. For a free quotation contact Everkleen 042 9352717 / 087 6873188, www.everkleenservices.ie DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE—MoneyGram Money Transfer; Pay Household Bills; Payzone/Postpoint; Buy Stamps; Phone Top-ups; Prepaid Credit Cards; Sterling and Euro Cheques Available; Best Rates Guaranteed; No Commission. 8 Park St (Open 7 Days, 8am -11pm) & 4 Linenhall St (Open Mon-Sat). Call 042 933 9922/937 0101; www.dundalkbureaudechange.com.

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TILER AVAILABLE—Experienced local tiler to carry out all types of tile work marble, granite, porcelain. Indoors and out.

Call 087-387-8995 for free quote.

GRIMLEY’S DUBLIN ST. DUNDALK—TV aerials, satellite, Freeview & Saorview, new installations, sales & repairs. 042 935 4343.

GERRY’S UPHOLSTERY SERVICE— Suites/Antique furniture repaired and recovered. Better than new. 086-080-0788 RING-A-DRINK—Northend Bar 933 7229 drinks delivery service daily 5pm-10pm prompt and efficient service All major cards accepted.

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BUILDER & HOME MAINTAINENCE— Building, Woodwork, Painting, Plumbing, Tiling, Kitchen Refurbishments, Lawn Cutting, Paving & Fencing. No job to big or too small. Tel. Brian 087 295 2529 CARPENTER AVAILABLE—29 years experience. Doors, floors, skirting, shelving, flat packs, side gates, fencing, etc. Also tiling, painting, wallpapering. Quality finish. For a free quote call Des 087 618 0150.

GARDEN & HOUSE MAINTENANCE— Strimming grass, hedge cutting, weeding, also garden clearance, concreting, patios, painting, power washing, gutter cleaning, window cleaning, fencing. Have all the equipment. Contact Brian 086-109-7358.

PHOTOGRAPHY—Kathy Barry BA (Hon’s) photography. All family portraits for all occasions, weddings, corporate events etc.

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Gift Vouchers available. Contact 087-2652214 or www.kathybarryphotos.com PAINTER AND HANDYMAN—Local painter and handyman. Painting, wall papering, wooden floors, tiling, odd jobs. Reliable, efficient, very tidy. Competitive rates. No job too small. Call 086-876-0272.

FORTUNE TELLER—Available for appointment, private or group bookings. Tel. Alison 042 933 5102 or 087-67-51229 ROOF LEAKS MASTER—We repair all types of roof/tile, slate, bangor blues. Repair torch on roofs, scrape & clean, chimneys & chimney pots, chimney bird guards, gutter facia & soffits. All work guaranteed, 25 years experience. Tel. 086 818 4827.

Watch Repairs—Mechanical, Quartz and Vintage. Most brands and makes.

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DENTAL NURSE REQUIRED—for busy practice. Our website, www.frielandmcgahon.ie gives an insight to our practice.

Send C.V. to frielandmcgahon@gmail.com SALES AGENTS Reps./Consultants, weight loss, health & skincare Company. FT/PT positions. Commission only. Full training. Contact (0044)07740291835, E: theresa@&mlm-recruitment.com BUTCHER—Experienced Butcher wanted part-time, also trainee butcher wanted to serve apprenticeship, some experience would be an advantage, Dundalk area Tel 086 151 5006

DONNELLY 8th Anniversary In loving memory of my daughter, Michelle, who died 10th July, 2008.

Eight years have gone by, Since we said goodbye, It breaks my heart to say; I love you still and Forever will, We will be together some day.

—From your loving father, Noel; sisters, Frances, Amelia and Pauline and brother Mark.

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DEALGAN FURNITURE—Longwalk, Dundalk (inside The Paint Store). For a wide range of Bedroom & Dining room Furniture, Beds & Mattresses made to any size, always a selection of quality second-hand furniture on display. Suite Re-Upholstery and Furniture Repair Service. Tel 042 932 9111 or call Paddy 086 320 7383 BEDS BEDS BEDS—For the largest selection of beds in Dundalk at unbeatable prices, beds from €79. The Bed Store Unit 24 Northlink Retail Park, Dundalk Tel 042 9320927 Just Arrived—Large Selection of Second Hand Lawnmowers Petrol & Electric, Strimmers, Power Washers, no reasonable offers refused, for more info contact Paddy at Dealgan Furniture, Longwalk, Dundalk (inside The Paint Store). Tel 042 932 9111 or call Paddy 086 320 7383.

special services CHIMNEY & STOVE CLEANING—Inspection and repair. Tel Paul McArdle 042 933 2491 / 087 666 0094. Opus Sanctorum Angelorum. Email tribalky@yahoo.com DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE—Best Rates Guaranteed. No Commission. We Buy and Sell All Major Currencies; Electronic Bank Transfers; US and Australian Dollars.

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Teen caught on CCTV

A TEENAGER who performed a drifting manoeuvre around a friend’s car in a town centre car park was arrested after being spotted on Garda CCTV. As a result, Cormac Durnin of Coole, Ardee, was fined €100 when he pleaded guilty to the offence at Dundalk District Court.

The court heard that on February 18 this year, the defendant was seen driving into Boyds Car Park and performing the ma-

noeuvre. He was later stopped

by Gardai.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, stated that the 19-year-old defendant made full admissions after being stopped.

The incident happened at 9.20pm with no other vehicles involved.

He pointed out his client works in a commercial premises in Ardee and his licence is important to him.

pets WANTED GOOD HOME—For pure Papillion dog(s). Tel. 085 755 2642.

planning LOUTH COUNTY COUNCIL—I, Mark Nugent and Jacqui Healy, intend to apply for PERMISSION for development at this site at No. 22 Mourne Vale, Dundalk, Co. Louth.

The development will consist of a single storey extension comprising of Living Area, Kitchen/Dining and utility room (Total floor area 55.5msq) to side of existing two-storey semi-detached house and all associated ancillary site works. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Louth County Council 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 within a period of 5 weeks from the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00.

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Bridie Kearney (née Gernon), 28 School Lane, Dunleer, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda on Saturday July 2. Bridie, beloved wife of Benny and loving mother of Jayne, Caroline and Brendan. Sadly missed by her husband, son, daughters, brothers John, Jimmy, Patsy, sisters Mary, Rose, Kathleen, Nuala, Bernadette, and Moninne, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, uncles, aunt, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Doris McDowell (nee Sloan), Dunany, Dunleer, on Thursday June 30 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, surrounded by her family.

Devoted wife of the late Donald, loving mother of Hazel Wills, Ivor and Amanda Larkin and proud grandmother of James, Adam, Mol-

and Amy Elaine McArdle, Clodagh McArdle Coogan

Death Notices lie, Lily and the late Victoria.

Doris will be deeply missed by her children, grandchildren, brothers Hal and Eric, daughter in law Patricia, sons in law James Wills, and John Larkin, sisters in law Aileen and Marion, her nieces, nephew, relatives and friends. She is predeceased by her sister Flora.

Catherine (Kitty) O’Callaghan (née Smyth), Mullaharlin Road, Heynestown and formerly Upper Merches, Dundalk, peacefully, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital surrounded by her family on Wednesday July 29. Beloved daughter of the late Tom and Julia and sister of the late Thomas Smyth. Loving wife of Dan and dear mother of Lisa, John and Donal. She will

be sadly missed by her loving husband, daughter, sons, brother Brian, sisters-in-law Therese, Josie, Briege, Sheila, Geraldine, Patricia and Mary, brothers-in-law Patrick, John, Kevin, Aidan and John (Gavin), nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Sandra Santro (nee Mallocca), Italy and formerly of Park Street, Dundalk, peacefully after a short illness on Friday July 1. Sandra, beloved wife of Franco and dear mother of Roberto. Deeply regretted by her husband, son, brother Tony, sister Anna, brother-in-law Yan, sister-in-law Ann, nephews, niece, relatives and friends.

Cecilia O’Driscoll (née Williams), Philipstown, Dunleer, and formerly of Dublin

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Oliver McClean Dunbin, Knockbridge, Dundalk, suddenly on Monday June 27.

Oliver beloved husband of Loreto nee Reynolds and dear father of Donal and Kenneth. Deeply regretted by his wife, sons, daughterin-law Amanda, bother Tommy, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Bridie Byrne (née Brennan) Bridge Street, Ardee, peacefully at the Cottage Hospital, Drogheda. Sadly missed by her children Jean, Eric, John, Albert and Noel and spouses and her grandchildren and great-grandchild.

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AA Ireland ON COST OF CAR INSURANCE

Here at the AA we are very aware of the soaring cost of insurance. Over the last 10 months or so we have received hundreds of emails on the topic from our customers and members of the general public. I even know of some AA staff who are considering selling their cars after receiving up to 100 percent premium increases.

Insurance costs have been the number one consumer issue for motorists this year and is likely to get worse before it gets better.

It is understandable to blame the insurance companies but there is more to it than that. Their collective mistakes are costing us dearly but layered on top of that we have failures in regulation, fraud, inefficiency, waste and a failure to modernise. We have had complacent and inactive government and a legal system that encourages exaggerated claims and hoovers money out of the system. All of this is ultimately paid for out of

the motorist’s pocket.

The insurance companies themselves do deserve harsh criticism on some fronts. I know that I have been very critical of them in direct meetings, in engagements with government and to a lesser extent in the media.

I completely understand how frustrated and annoyed people are. I think the criticisms from motorists are valid and I truly believe that with some political determination the problem can be fixed. The AA is actively lobbying on that. However, I do not believe that causing traffic jams in Dublin or staging a protest of this kind will hit the right target or will be helpful.

If we are going to fix it we need a bit more than justifiable anger. We need to understand what has gone wrong and what actions are needed to put it right. Here are few inconvenient truths about the current situation: Motor Insurance in Ireland fell in price year by year

for a long period from roughly 2004 to 2014. It went from being about 80 percent dearer than the UK equivalent to about 50 percent cheaper in that time.

Motor Insurance became loss-making and premiums became unsustainably low.

The Industry must take responsibility for this – they made a mess of it. Intense and short-sighted competition fuelled by dumb and reckless operators saw the whole business model threatened. Major failures likeSetanta Insurance and others brought that to a head and sparked a rather panicked reaction which has now probably gone too far.

At the same time changes to court award limits lead to a period when some very high personal injury awards pushed up the cost and made insurers realise they did not have enough reserves in place. There was also an issue surrounding something called the ‘Discount Rate’ (the rate used by

insurance companies for discounting their liabilities) and a new legal precedent set in the Gill Russell case, the upshot of which is that very large awards became much more expensive for insurers, triggering more panic about reserves.

New European accounting rules (Solvency II) came in which meant reserves had to be higher. The industry cannot say that this one caught them by surprise.

The Industry through its representatives has been wilfully ignorant to its own faults and has criticisms for everyone else. Their outrage is valid but selective. It is true that legal costs are far too high. It is also true that injury awards are generous by international standards. This has been true for years, it’s not recent. The Injuries Board currently handles only 20 percent of case because 70 percent of the time the insurer settles directly. I suspect that when they do they

pay a little extra to avoid court which then becomes a major part of the problem in undermining the Injuries Board. When cases do go to court the amount of money paid in legal fees is far too high.

Court awards can be high or low but critically they vary like a roulette wheel which prompts solicitors to encourage clients to ‘have a go’. This random factor happens in the absence of an updated detailed, specific and binding Book of Quantum (a guide to how much compensation you get when injured). It is being updated – at the AA’s prompting – but we have yet to win the fight to make it binding on the courts.

The Government has also dropped the ball. Regulation of the sector is not good enough because the Government will not give the Central Bank the resources that it needs. Saving on proper salaries for serious actuaries (or even ‘con-

sultants’; a politically toxic word) is a very false economy. Just the Setanta Insurance collapse alone has cost over €100m that proper regulation may have avoided.

Ireland is still using paper windscreen discs to show whether or not a car is insured. The only equipment given to a garda to check this is a torch. This is ridiculous and it facilitates fraud.

A proper database system with equipment for the Garda – as has been done in UK and elsewhere – is required.

A proper insurance database is also needed to reduce fraud. For example, move from one insurer to another (e.g. from Aviva to The AA) and you have to get a letter from your old insurer stating your no claims status.

The AA is big enough to have resources to manage this but we actually detect about a dozen fake letters a week. The AA by the way sells insurance to over

Conor Faughnan, AA Ireland

180,000 customers but isn’t an insurer; we do deals with them based on large buying power but the insurance itself is provided by a panel of underwriters.

None of these problems are insurmountable and we are working actively to get them addressed. We highlighted them last November and have been working on them since.

If addressed, this will mean that motorists will wind up paying the real cost of motor insurance. We may not like that because it will be higher than it was 2 years ago, but we will not be paying for the additional layers of fraud, bureaucracy, inefficiency and waste that we currently pick up the tab for because neither industry nor government have done what they need to do.

As always, send us your thoughts and any feedback you may have on this issue to: publicaffairs@theaa.ie.

You can also follow me on Twitter: @ConorAAIreland.

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