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Thursday, 9th April, 2015. Vol. 8, Issue 14 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth.

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Five-year-old picks up used syringe

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A concerned Marian Park resident has urged the council to erect a fence to stop drug users gathering beside homes in the estate after a five-year-old girl found a black box containing used syringes.

Drug users have been a constant scourge for the Marian Park residents over a number of years but for one resident matters were brought to a head last week when his five-year-old granddaughter came home holding a black box containing three used syringes.

The resident who doesn’t wish to be named said he got the shock of his life when he realised what his granddaughter had brought

home.

“She thought she had found an old mobile phone or something like that and she was delighted with herself. When she handed the black box to me I didn’t know what she was giving to me. I opened it up and there were three used syringes with blood stains on them and I got an awful shock.

“I asked her where she found the box and she told me so I went down to where she got it and found loads more used needles in the area”, explained the shocked grandfather.

“We have had issues with drugs around here for a long time now and people in my estate are scared stiff of these people who have taken over Continued on Page 21

Prometric announce good news for Dundalk

The Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton, TD is welcomed by Professor Brian MacCraith, President Dublin City University (left) and Michael Brannick, Prometric CEO announcement of 40 jobs at operation in Louth which

By Eunan Whyte Prometric. The US-based will bring the total Dundalk received another testing company will invest employed at the local employment boost with the €3.5m to expand its facility to 147. (See Page 8)

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Chance to learn techniques that could save a life people the opportunity to learn vital first aid Dundalk First Re- techniques that could ponders are offering help save a life.

By Eunan Whyte

Michael Singleton (second from left) at the presentation of the defibrillator by Bank of Ireland

The group will provide demonstrations and training sessions in CPR and how to use a defibrillator in the former Michael H shop in the Clanbrassil Centre on Saturday April 18 between 10am and 4pm and everyone is invited to take part.

Michael Singleton, Chairman of Dundalk First Reponders, is hoping that local people will avail of the opportunity which will give people

the confidence to deal with any potential emergency.

“The purpose of our group is to provide emergency aid, but also to train people in the techniques.

“I believe that everyone in the country should know how to use a defibrillator and give first aid and this is why we are offering this chance. If we train one person who goes on to save a life then it will

have been a success”, explained Michael, who pointed out that the training will take up about 30 minutes.

“The training is free and we are very grateful to Paul from Boyds who is providing the premises to us”, he added.

Michael is also grateful to the many businesses and individuals around Dundalk who have supported the group and enabled them to provide the valuable

Dundalk FC are set for a Champions League windfall with the news that UEFA have significantly boosted the prize pot for this year’s competition.

Even if Dundalk don’t win a game in this season’s Champions League they will receive €550,000 which amounts to almost 50% more than St Pat’s received last year when they were

given €375,000. The increased prize money was announced last week by UEFA and the European Club Association and will apply for three years from 2015 to 2018.

Dundalk, the current league champions, will enter the Champions League in the 2nd round as an unseeded team which brings with it €300,000 prize money.

As well as this every team knocked out at this stage will get an extra €250,000 bringing total earnings to €550,000 for just taking part.

And if Dundalk manage to get through their opening Champions League qualifier Dundalk’s accountants will have a million good reasons to smile as qualification for the third round ensures a payout of €1.18m. Even a defeat in the third round sees the club guaranteed two more games as they will be parachuted into the Europa League.

And for all the optimistic Dundalk fans out there who think their team can progress past the Champions League third round tie this would see the club qualify for the Champions League Play Off Round and guarantee an addi-

tional €2.6m plus the fallback of qualifying for the Europa League Group stages should they lose. Victory in the Champions League playoff round would see Dundalk enter the holy grail that is the Champions League group stages which would be worth just under €15m.

Speaking after news of the additional prize money was announced Dundalk chairman Ciaran Bond said it was a welcome boost for the club and would give the team a major incentive to do as well as possible in Europe.

“Obviously this is a great boost for Dundalk FC and from our own perspective it will give us a chance to carry out some much needed work to Oriel Park which is a ageing stadium. Our pitch is coming to the end of it’s life and that will need replacing so any extra money coming in is of course welcome to help us drive the club forward.” ,explained Ciaran.

One of Stephen Kenny’s aims for 2015 was to put a good run together in Europe similar to what Shamrock Rovers done a few years ago and the extra prize money on offer will be

Michael. service.

Anyone wishing to The group has recently received a defibrilla- join the group or make tor from Bank of Ireland a donation can contact and is in the process of raising money to buy a second one. The aim is to have a third device to use as back-up.

A defibrillator costs in the region of €1,500 and approximately €500 for replacement pads every year.

Money raised has also gone towards the purchase of two training defibrillators and four mannequins.

Dundalk Responders have two members on call and when the ambulance service is contacted, those members are contacted and are able to attend the scene.

“We only deal with choking, heart attack or stroke and because we are based locally we can often get there before the ambulance and deal with the situation until they arrive”, explained

Dundalk are in line for a European windfall

a major incentive for us as a club to do as well as we possibly can. We are already in negotiations with other clubs to try and help us with regards to scheduling ahead of these huge matches. This is huge for us. Last year we turned over €1.1m running the club so to get through one round and surpass that would be massive.” added the Dundalk FC chairman.

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Drink driver brought himself to the attention of Gardai Car A man brought himself to the attention of Gardai by causing a disturbance outside a takeaway was then observed getting into a car and driving off.

Robert Gavigan of 12 St Clement’s Park, Point Road, Dundalk. subsequently failed a breath test and was charged with drink driving. On his re-

lease from custody he damaged a fire alarm sensor after being told that he would not be given a lift home.

On Saturday November 22, 2014, Gardai were called when a male was causing a disturbance outside a takeaway in the town centre. He was then observed on CCTV get-

ting into a car and driving off before being stopped at Pearse Park where he failed a roadside breath test.

He was then taken to Dundalk Garda Station and after being released from custody he rang the bell and demanded to be left home. After being told he wouldn’t be getting a

Men’s Shed Golf Classic in May The very first Men’s Shed Golf Classic will take place on Friday 15th May in Blackrock Golf course with prizes and entertainment guaranteed on the day.

The classic is one of a number of fundraisers organised for the Men’s Sheds during May and it is hoped that the event will be supported by the local community. Terry Dillon who is helping to organise the event says that fundraisers like this are vital for the Men’s Sheds to survive having had their funding cut in 2013.

“We are having a golf classic in May and anybody is welcome to

come along and put in a team for what promises to be a great day. It costs €160 for a four person team and you will get a meal and entertainment along with that”, explained Terry.

“We’ll have Michael Kelly singing a few songs and the newly formed Men’s Sheds choir will get up and belt out a few tunes. We rely heavily on fundraising since we had our funding cut back in 2013 and we rely on the generosity of people supporting any fundraisers we put on.

“We will also be having a bucket collection in May in Oriel Park

during one of the Dundalk matches and we will have our annual flag day on the streets of Dundalk as well so we’ll be kept busy during May”, laughed Terry.

The Men’s Shed Golf Classic takes place on May 15 in Blackrock Golf club between 12:30pm and 4:30pm.

There will be prizes for longest drive (male and female), nearest the pin and there will also be a hole in one tournament which costs €5 to enter with the winner taking home the total pot.

For more information contact Terry Dillon at 0872716830

lift, he broke the fire alarm sensor and ran off.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, stated that 27-yearold has been a member of the Defence Forces for nine years.

He had an uninsured car outside his home and decided to take it out on that night. Mr McDonnell added that having had

drink taken he inevitably ended up in the situation he found himself in.

The solicitor acknowledged that his client should have gone home quietly when he left the station and pointed out that the charge won’t go down well with the Army. Compensation of €125 was paid to the Gardai for the damage.

Judge Alan Mitchell stated that he couldn’t condone this behaviour and as a member of the Defence Forces he would have to co-operate with Gardai on a regular basis.

The judge imposed a €600 fine and disqualified him for three years, and a €100 fine in respect of the criminal damage charge.

Curves Womens Gym held their annual food appeal and it proved to be another great success. During the month of March new members could join for free when donating a bag of food, while existing members also took in bags to support the cause. Curves then donated the food to The Dundalk Simon Community. Throughout the last week the gym also collected €120 from donation from the members and our popular body basics class.

• Photo: Paula (Curves manager), Kirsty and Rachel (staff members) and Valerie from the Dundalk Simon.

Boot Sales

The Irish Heart Foundation fundraising Car Boot Sales, now in their seventh year, recommence the 2015 spring/ summer season shortly after Easter and will run during the summer months mainly on the third Sunday of every month until October.

The venue continues to be located at St Patrick’s GAA Club grounds, Lordship between 10:30am and 3pm. The car boot cafe provides a relaxing area for a cuppa, sandwich and a chat.

The season commences on Sunday April 19 and pitches can be booked by phoning 0872559405 or 0876479715.

Now is the time to clear the attic and earn some extra cash or bag a bargain from the many stalls available.

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Jake is hoping that he has the X Factor

By Eunan Whyte Jake McArdle from make an impression on the Irish Youth MuAn aspiring Dundalk the national stage when sic Awards finals this Greenacres is one of 32 acts who will take to musician is hoping to he represents Louth in month. the stage at the Aviva Stadium on April 18 with hopes of claiming the top prize in Ireland’s biggest youth music competition.

The 17-year-old Fifth Year student in the Marist earned his place in the final after coming through the very competitive Louth heats held in the Spirit Store at the beginning Nicholas Street, Dundalk of March, and he is hoping that this competition will be the next step towards forging a career in music.

The singer/songwriter competition is l Meet the staff & view our modern, bright, spacious, organised by Youthwork Ireland and Jake well-resourced classrooms. reveals that he is really l Hear all about our progressive, inclusive school & the looking forward to perFREE After-school Clubs & FREE lunches we offer daily, forming at the finals. not to mention the FREE classes for parents available.

“I just saw the coml Tour our excellent onsite Pre-School facility, which petition advertised on Facebook and as I had operates Monday–Friday 8.50 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. & is a song written I decided FREE if your child is 3 before 30th June 2015 (Áistear to go for it. The audi/ Síolta Curriculum followed). tions took place in the Spirit Store and each of For further information please contact the school on the 14 acts had to vote for the best act and the best original song.

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the Best Original Song went to Kate Rogers.

As a result, I was chosen to perform Kate’s song, ‘I’ll Follow You’ at the finals.

“I was surprised by very happy to win the competition and am just looking forward to getting on the stage.

I really liked the song when I heard it first and the challenge for me is to bond with it and put my own stamp on it.

“I am a bit nervous but that will help my performance and at the minute I am just practicing every chance I get”, explained Jake.

The young singer will be representing Team Louth which consists of all the entrants in the local heat who have all be allocated jobs such as stage manager, biography writer and facebook co-ordinator.

If Jake wins, they will

get to record an album together.

While that places an extra bit of pressure on Jake he is quite happy to shoulder the responsibility as he is determined to forge a career in music.

“I just love performing and getting up on stage with my guitar, playing a mix of R&B, soul and pop, with my influences including Paramore, Ed Sheeran

and Queen”, explainedi Jake. s He has already had a taste of the big time, having performed with Ireland’s Eurovision entrant, Dawn Martin, at a recent event to raiseA i funds for the final.

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Robert to compete in Irish kayak team

By Paul Byrne

A local freestyle kayaker is set to realise his dream this August when he represents Ireland at the World Championships in Ottawa, Canada.

Grammar school student Robert Kierans will represent his country having qualified thanks to a fantastic performance at the national trials in Curragower in Limerick earlier this month.

The 17-year-old Drumcar native was understandably delighted when news filtered through that his performance in Limerick was good enough to give him a place on the U17 Irish World Championship team.

“I had never kayaked in Curragower before so I was a bit nervous

Main pic: Robert Kierans during competition

heading into the trials but thankfully it went ok and I managed to get a place on the national team which is a huge honour for me. I’m doing my Leaving Certificate in the Grammar School this year so that is kind

of taking up my time at the moment but as soon as I finish it I will be in full competition mode and raring to go for the World Championships”, explained Robert.

Robert has been kayaking since he was 12 years

old learning the basics at Silverbridge Kayaking Club as a youngster.

Over the past five years his love for the sport has grown and his hard work and dedication has now given him the chance to compete against the best

in the world in Ottawa this summer.

This will be Robert’s first time representing his country and he plans on maximising his chances of doing well by travelling to Ottawa five weeks before the competition starts.

“I really enjoy the freedom of heading out on my kayak and the adrenaline rush you get when you are going at full pelt”, explained Robert.

“Obviously in Ireland the water can be very cold which can be challenging but I don’t really mind that aspect of it and after a while you tend to get used to it anyway. The water in Ottawa will be about 25 degrees which will be nice. I plan on going out to Canada

five weeks before the World Championships start to get used to the course and get myself familiarised with the area”, noted Robert whose trip to Canada has been sponsored by local company, Celtic Adventures.

“As it’s the world championships the competition will be fierce so I want to make sure I give myself every chance of doing as well as I can.

My aim is to finish inside the top 15 which I think would be a good achievement considering who I’m up against.

“I’m really looking forward to getting out there and getting going and it will be a great thrill for me and my family when I get in my kayak to represent my country in Ottawa.”

Driver crashed the morning after party

A man who had been drinking at a party, still had a high level of alcohol in his system when he was involved in a minor traffic incident the following morning.

As a result, Vladimir Prokopiev of 11 Chestnut Grove, Bay Estate, Dundalk appeared at the local district

court where he pleaded guilty to a drink driving charge.

The court heard that at 8.20am on June 10, 2014, Gardai attended the scene of the incident at Hazelwood Ave, Bay Estate, and as a result the defendant was arrested and taken to Dundalk Garda Station. A blood sam-

ple taken revealed that he was over the limit for driving.

Solicitor, Sean T O’Reilly, stated that his client was insured on another vehicle but not on the one he was driving. It had been bought by a family member but the insurance wasn’t transferred.

He revealed that Mr Proko-

piev had been at a party and still had alcohol in his system the next day. Mr O”Reilly added that his client had been in the country for nine years and that he supports his wife, daughter and grandson. He pointed out that the defendant has been an upstanding member of the community.

Judge Alan Mitchell stated that he had to take into account that the blood/alcohol level was particularly high as he imposed a three year ban and €400 fine.

In relation to the no insurance charge he was banned for two years and given a €200 fine.

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Karen’s appeal for missing engagement ring

A local woman has appealed for the return of her engagement ring which was lost last Sunday as she collected a take away in River Lane.

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site Carroll’s Bookshop in Park St. and collecting food in Zam Zam’s on River Lane. Karen has appealed for anybody with information about the missing ring to contact the gardaí in Dundalk as soon as they can.

“I had just got back into my car which was parked on Park

St when I noticed that my engagement ring was no longer on my finger. I’m married five years and I never take it off so I knew straight away that I’d lost it.

I’m really upset about it’s very important to me. I’m just hoping that somebody might have picked it up over the last cou-

ple of days and would be good enough to get it back to me”, pleaded Karen.

If anybody has any information regarding the 18ct white gold diamond ring with diamonds down either side they should get in contact with Dundalk Garda Station.

Trekkers take on Cooley The Committee of the Cross Cooley Challenge has announced a repeat of the successful walks of the last two years over the scenic Cooley Mountain where 150 trekkers enjoyed a day of fun and fundraising.

Last year €22,000 was raised for the very deserving cause of the North Louth Hospice in addition to €19,000 in 2013. The committee are committed to trying to better this for a combined cause this year of the North Louth Hospice and the Maria Goretti Foundation.

This walk of 15.5km will take place on Saturday April 25 starting from the Lumpers at 11am. taking the challenging walk across the Cooley Mountains into Carlingford.

The organisers are ensuring a fun day with refreshments for all walkers and some pleasant surprises on the route.

They urge as many as

The trek across the Cooley Mountains will raise funds for charity

possible to support these great causes by sponsoring the walkers or even better turning up on Saturday morning of at 10.30am and enjoying a great experience.

Fergus McArdle one of the organisers said

“it is great to have the local businesses support in the form of supplying services such as Bus Éireann, Anchor Tours, Horseware, Ovelle, Mace, Total Produce and these add to the fun day out by all the enthu-

siastic walkers and fundraisers”.

The walk commences at the Greenore Railway Saloon at 10am on Saturday morning with registration and then buses to and from the drop off and pick up points. For

those who are from the Cooley area registration will take place at 10.30am at the Lumpers entrance.

All are invited to participate in this fun day by either walking or financially supporting the

walkers knowing that 100% of the funds will go to support The North Louth Hospice and the Maria Goretti Foundation, and according to one of the organisers Seamus Gormley it is a very worthwhile cause.

“We decided to include the Maria Goretti Foundation as this is a new fund this year. They have a fine premises in Lordship which has been heavily supported by the people of Cooley and in particular the late John O’Hanlon and family.

There is a constant need for additional funding to maintain this great new resource in Cooley”.

For further information, please contact: Fergus McArdle 087 257 0653 fmcardle@kmr. ie, Errol Boyle 086 817 8231, Brian Watters 087 057 8697, or Seamus Gormley 087 2566034.

More good news for Dundalk Dundalk received another employment boost with the announcement of 40 additional jobs at Prometric on Wednesday.

The US-based testing company will invest €3.5m to expand its operation in Louth which will bring the total employed at the local facility to 147.

The company also announced a three-year research partnership with Dublin City University valued at almost €1m.

The announcement of the investment was made on Wednesday morning

by Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton, TD, Minister for Business & Employment, Ged Nash TD, along with Dundalk native and President of DCU Brían MacCraith, Martin Shanahan CEO, IDA Ireland and Prometric CEO Michael Brannick.

Prometric’s 40 new jobs will diversify and

Michael Brannick, Prometric CEO at the announcement of the new jobs for Dundalk

expand its operation, adding finance and customer service functions to its test development, technology, operations and human resources teams.

The expansion includes €550,000 in capital expenditure and €2 million in workforce investment.

When all hiring is complete, the company expects to have 168 employees in Ireland. Prometric’s two corporate sites are located in Dundalk and Dublin, with 147 jobs expected to be the total for its County

Louth-based Global Operations Centre.

Prometric’s Dundalk team serves as a major strategic global operation, developing innovative new exams types and best-in-class test delivery for millions of people every year who require licenses, certifications and other credentials to qualify for jobs, such as physicians, teachers or commercial drivers, as well as university admissions, such as medical and business schools.

Speaking at the announcement, Minister

Bruton, welcomed the continued investment by Prometric.

Prometric CEO, Michel Brannick, stated that the new investment would have benefits both for his company and the local economy.

“Prometric’s longterm commitment in Ireland is evidenced by the lasting relationships we have created, and we are realising a return on our investments in the form of quality and efficiency improvement gains.

“Our partnership with DCU represents an opportunity to help Ireland attract major global employers for the next decade by strengthening the talent already in the workforce and the students preparing for careers that require trusted licenses and certifications”, added Mr Brannick.

Professor Brian MacCraith, President of Dublin City University and Prometric CEO

Michael Brannick detailed the nearly €1 million research programme investment to establish DCU’s Centre for Assessment Research in Education (CARE) and develop test types that can better assess the preparedness of Irish students at all levels of education in the areas of critical thinking and skills assessment, in addition to knowledge recall.

The research conducted through CARE is expected to influence Irish education and strengthen Ireland’s workforce, particularly for attracting multi-national employers and foreign direct investment.

Three jobs will be created on the DCU campus. The programme will be led by the Prometric Chair of Assessment, serving as director of the CARE Centre. One postdoctoral student and one Ph.D. student will be hired in research roles.

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Proud showing by karate club at Ballybay Open

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Following this huge Karate Club Open Comypetition recently, once success was Liam Hoey nagain did themselves and Franek Chmielecki nand their club proud. in their Pair Kata cate Senior member Den- egory, where they were nise Moran, came away awarded Bronze mednfrom her Individual als. .Kata (form) category Catherine Marcus dwith a Bronze medal, who also competed oher daughter Katie Mc- came away with a joint wNamara followed in fourth place in her quick succession and Kumite (fighting) catwent one better, by com- egory.

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“This was our very first competition of 2015, and each member of Dundalk Karate have achieved so much in the past 12 months and have come out and shown everyone how dedicated they are to their training.

“Competition is an optional extra to everyone’s training, and for anyone who steps onto the tatami area in front of not only their family, friends and fellow

members of Dundalk Karate, but numerous people who they have never seen before, this is an achievement in itself”, she stated.

Training for Dundalk Karate will continue over the Easter Holidays, as Dundalk Karate will be travelling to Dublin to train with Emma Lurcraft at the end of the Easter Holidays, and with their trip to Birmingham in May for their very first International Competition abroad.

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in Brief Monthly Meeting

Anam Cara is holding its monthly Parent Evening on Wednesday April 15 from 7.30pm to 9pm in Applewood Community Centre, Castleview Lawn/ Bunbury Gate Road, Swords. Anam Cara Services are available free of charge to all bereaved parents.For further information please see website at www.anamcara.ie email us at info@anamcara. ie or call 01 4045378.Anam Cara is an organisation that supports bereaved parents with support groups are situated throughout Ireland that provide parents a safe, comfortable environment where they have the opportunity to connect with other bereaved parents. Anam Cara is an inclusive organisation where parents do not identify themselves by their children’s age, how they died, or if their death was recent or many years ago.

What Anam Cara provides is a safe place for bereaved parents to connect with others who understand the intensity of the grief and loss. Although Anam Cara does not offer counselling, each group has a lending library and information on the other services available to parents and families in the local community.

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Claimed Social Welfare in jailed brother’s name A man who claimed Social Welfare on behalf of his brother who was in jail is now paying compensation at the rate of €25 per week.

Bernard Joyce of 5 Aghameen Park, Dundalk, claimed a total of 29 payments worth €7,692 before being detected and as a result he appeared at Dundalk District Court where he pleaded guilty to

the offences.

The court heard that the offences of deception and forgery ranged between July 1, 2012, and March 5 the following year at Dublin St Post Office.

The court heard that on July 5, 2012, Mr Joyce applied for job seekers allowance in the name of his brother, John. He signed forms and had a PPS number, before going on to

claim €6,452 over 29 payments along with an initial payment of €1,240.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, stated that his 39-year-old client married young and had nine children ranging in age from eight months to 16 years.

His is currently going through a divorce.

Mr McDonnell revealed that his brother, John, was in prison at the time and

that he wanted the money to support his family but that he was “ultimately and inevitably apprehended”.

He added that the money was not spent of extravagances but used for his family, and that now he is having €25 deducted from his Social Welfare.

Judge Alan Mitchell said he would consider 240 hours Community Serv-

ice in lieu of six months in prison as he adjourned the case for a report.

Mr Joyce also pleaded guilty to stealing sunglasses valued at €140 at Blackrock on July 13, 2013. A Garda was dealing with an incident when he handed sunglasses to a woman to hold before Bernard Joyce took them from her.

He also admitted making a threat to burn down

his parents house, while also pleading guilty to possession of a small amount of cannabis on September 12, 2012.

In relation to the theft of sunglasses, Judge Mitchell imposed a three-month sentence due to the fact that it was committed while on bail, but he suspended it for 18 months.

He imposed a €150 fine for drug possession.

Amy captains Ireland to victory

By Paul Byrne

Local boxer Amy Broadhurst received one of the greatest honours of her fledgling career last weekend when she captained the Irish team to an international victory over England.

European and European Union medallist Amy Broadhurst led by example on Friday night at the National Stadium as she eased past English 57kg champion India Wilkinson winning

by TKO in the 3rd round of a scheduled four round contest.

Amy led the Irish team out in front of a packed National Stadium proudly carrying the Irish flag in her role as team captain for the evening. Amy’s father and coach Tony admitted it was

a proud moment for the whole Broadhurst family.

“It was such an honour for Amy to captain the team and carry the flag out as she was picked for the job by the head men in the Irish Amateur Boxing Association. She was over the moon with how the evening went and to win her bout convincingly was just the icing on the cake.

The international against England took place over two nights with Clann Naofa Boxing Hall in Dundalk the venue for the second evening’s action. This was to be a glorious homecoming of sorts for Amy who lives just a stones throw from Clann Naofa boxing hall.

However, she was robbed of the

opportunity to box in front of her home crowd when her opponent (the same opponent she had beaten the previous night) pulled out of the bout giving Amy a walkover.

According to Tony he tried to arrange a last minute bout with the English 60kg champion but after initially agreeing to the fight she too was pulled out by the English team just hours before the scheduled bout. Ireland won the international 5-4 against a quality English side to give Amy a perfect first outing as Irish captain. The Muirhevnamor boxer will now concentrate on getting ready for the World Championships which take place in Taiwan in just six weeks time.

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DkIT students promote anti-bullying campaign

By Paul Byrne

Students in DKIT are tackling bullying head on as they raise both funds and awareness for the ISPCC’s childline and anti-bullying campaign.

The final year business ethics class in the college are currently organising a fun day in DKIT for April 23 where everybody is welcome to come along and help raise money for a very worthwhile cause. The students have created a number of activities to help raise money in- Sarah Lanigan and Samantha Murphy cluding sponsored fasts and trying to get local trying to get local busi- businesses that are inbusinesses involved by nesses involved in the terested in supporting getting staff to get self- Blue Shield selfie initia- the ISPCC anti-bullying ies taking whilst hold- tive as well as spreading campaign to get in touch ing the ISPCC Blue awareness of DkIT’s with us and we will visit them with the blue Shield. The ISPCC anti bullying stance.

“Our business eth- shield which staff memShield Campaign aims to protect children from ics class decided to bers will hold before bullying and from its ef- get involved with this taking a selfie to show campaign and try and their support. We are fects.

Samantha Murphy raise funds and aware- asking for any donation and Sarah Lanigan ness and we are in the at all. It can be as little have been involved in final stretch now as we as €1 and we’re hopeful the marketing side of try and drum up support that people around Dunthe campaign and have from local businesses”, dalk can get behind the campaign”, she added. been busy pounding the explained Samantha.

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shield selfie campaign the business ethics students will also sacrifice some of their home comforts with a sponsored fast due to take place on April 23 according to Sarah.

“As part of our fundraising for the ISPCC, some of the students in DkIT will be taking part in a 24 hour sponsored fast of their choice.

To spice things up we have decided to fast in certain areas such as social media, talking, caffeine, Netflix etc. so if you know of, or are approached by a student partaking in the fast, feel free to throw a few euro their way. It’s all for a great cause”, urged Sarah.

Everybody is welcome to pop up to DkIT on April 23 for the fun event which will be held all day in the main business building between 9am and 5pm. If any local businesses or individuals want to take part in the blue shield selfie campaign or donate to what is a fantastic cause contact 085 2828884.

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Easter At Long Walk Shopping Centre

Kayleigh Treanor with Wobbly Circu s in

The Longwalk on Saturday.

Chloe and Abigail Mitchell.

Pete Treanor’s

Weekly Quiz

Lanuague What type of illness is ‘Mal de Mer’?

Transport A bone shaker was an early name for what mode of transport?

Musicals West Side Story is based on which of Shakespeare’s plays?

Religion Who is the patron saint of County Kerry?

Local In what Dundalk street was The Manchester Bar? Soaps In Coronation St, who was sent to jail for the murder of Charlie Stubbs?

Soccer Which Italian superstar was nicknamed “The Divine Ponytail”?

Theatre In a Punch and Judy

James Morgan with Farrah and Gera rd Doherty.

Edel and Caoimhe Callan.

siola.

Alexandra, Alexander and Alfred Aran

Caithlain Meenan and Leah Murphy.

No excuse for behaviour

A woman who could offer no excuse for her behaviour when she stole a make-up set from a chemist had the case against her dismissed at Dundalk District Court.

Zivile Pratkelyte of 18 Carroll Village, Dundalk, entered a bond to keep the peace for six months

after pleading guilty to the offence on October 20, 2014.

The court heard that at 10.30am on that date the defendant entered Leavy’s Chemist in the Long Walk and took the make-up set valued at €25. Ms Pratkelyte had never been in trouble before.

show, what is the name of Mr Punch’s dog?

Rock and Pop Who was the lead singer with The Cranberries?

Food and Drink What on a bottle of beer do the letters IPA stand for?

The Stinker In the cartoon strip, Peanuts, what is the name of the bad tempered cat living in the yard next door to Snoopy?

—this week’s answers— Photo of Jake Murphy winner of the TLT Theatre sponsor Easter hamper draw in aid of the Post Polio Support Group being presented with his prize by Brendan Moore.

Solicitor, Peter Lavery, stated that his 31-year-old client was very sorry for the offence and that she had €25 compensation for the item that was not recovered. She had no real reason for the offence.

Mr Lavery added that the defendant had a good education and hoped to get

employment in the area of teaching.

“She is very sorry for what she has done and it has been a terrible experience for her to come to court. She assures me that she won’t come before the court again”, added Mr Lavery.

Judge Alan Mitchell

stated that he couldn’t condone such behaviour but noted that the defendant had no previous convictions and that compensation had been paid.

He dismissed the charge under the Probation Act and ordered the defendant to enter a bond for good behaviour for six months.

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HOLLAND’S HARDWARE Calls to set speed limits at 20km in housing estates For All Your 41 Park St., Dundalk Tel 042 9334869

was brought to national attention last June when Roseanne Calls have been Brennan’s six-yearmade by local counold son Jake died in cillors to support the her arms after being road traffic (amendknocked down by a ment) bill 2015 which car near his home in will lower speed limits Lintown Grove, Kilin residential areas. kenny. Roseanne camGreen Party councilpaigned vigorously to lors Mark Dearey and cap speeding limits to Marianne Butler will 20km/h in housing estates which has subsequently been dubbed ‘Jake’s Law’.

An amendment to the Road Traffic Bill restricting the speed limit in housing estates to 20 km per hour was debated in the Dáil earlier this month but Minister Paschal Donohoe said he would propose a default 30km/h national limit but would allow local authorities to decide speed limits in their own catchThe winners of Kilkerley Bowls Open Pairs Tourna- ment areas. ment, Shane Hand, Corduff on left & Sean Traynor, Green Party CounKillanny are presented with the Mulligan Cup by cillor Mark Deary Sean Duffy, Chairman, Kilkerley Bowls Club

By Paul Byrne

bring a motion before Louth County Council asking members to support a speed limit of 20km/h in housing estates and residential areas to help create safer environments for vulnerable road users.

The issue of speeding in housing estates

says he feels that Louth County Council should adopt ‘Jake’s Law’ create safer communities and to help ensure there are no more tragedies similar to what happened in Kilkenny last year.

“For many families in Louth with young children one of the concerns they have is the safety of their children on the estates they live in,” said Mark.

“This law will help reduce any chance of accidents on our estates and reduce the impact of any incidents that may occur”, he added.

“I am urging all parties and independents to give their full backing to this law by voting in favour of the motion when it comes before Louth County Council”, concluded Cllr Dearey.

News

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Pilgrimage to Armagh National Latin Mass pilgrimage to St. Patrick’s Catholic Cathedral, Armagh, takes place at Noon on Saturday, 18th April. Everyone is invited. Organised by the Catholic Heritage Association catholicheritage. blogspot.ie.

Charity Concert A gala night of music and song Wednesday, 22nd April, at 8.30 pm in Dundalk Golf Club. The concert is in aid of the Dundalk and District Lourdes Invalid Fund. It will feature premier violinist, Patricia Treacy and local sopranos, Ann Carroll and Deirdre Morgan. Also appearing are the Dundalk String Quartet and Uilleann Pipers. Tickets available from committee members. Spot prizes on the night.

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Order of Malta appeal for new volunteers

Local voluntary service ‘Order of Malta’ in Dundalk is looking to recruit new members for the organisation as demand for the service has increased by over 20% in the last two years.

Everyone is welcome to join the Order of Malta. The voluntary service meets on a Monday at 8pm to 10pm every week in Mill Street. The cadet unit is looking for members between the ages of 10 to 16 years while the senior unit is recruiting for ages 16 and up.

The Order of Malta is a charity that devotes its time to voluntary, community and First Aid services. First Aid duties include working at locations such as football matches, horseraces, nightclubs and concerts. Community duties include hospital transfers and nursing home visits, while the charity also provides public First Aid courses.

In 2014, the Dundalk Order of Malta carried out a total of 199 duties. 113 of those duties were first aid services and 86 of these duties were community services.

There was a grand total of 2,025 man hours, which is slightly more than last year, according to PRO David Caldwell.

“It has been an incredibly busy year for us with hundreds of duties in the community. We urge

young people and adults to join for a really rewarding experience”, explained David.

“On Christmas Day, we collected a woman from St. Olivers nursing home in Dundalk and brought her to her daughter’s house for the day so she could spend Christmas with her family, at the end of the day we brought her back to St. Olivers”, he explained.

There is no experience required to join the Order as everyone will be trained. This training ranges from basic level First Aid all the way up to EMT (Emergency Medical Technician). Some of the vital skills covered in this training are C.P.R, using a defibrillator, spinal immobilisation and basic slings and dressing.

One member, Erica Murphy, outlined the value of being part of the Order of Malta.

“Being a member of the Order of Malta Voluntary service to me is a privilege, helping people, learning vital skills and meeting new people all make it so rewarding and enjoyable.

For more information on the Order of Malta contact Officer in Charge Caitriona Clarke at 0879356381 or Duty Officer Paul Duffy at 0879371272. Visit www. orderofmaltaireland.org or email dundalk@orderofmalta.ie

North Louth Hospice Fundraiser

A cheque for €7,560 was recently presented to the North Louth Hospice & Homecare Foundation by Michael Crawley and Niall Ferguson, Ferguson’s Bar, Gyles Quay to Kathleen Kelly and Maretta Callan on behalf of North Louth Hospice & Homecare. The money was raised at a fundraising night held in Ferguson’s Bar which featured Henry Mac, Stewart Agnew, the Stormers and the McCollum Brothers.

Adults are encouraged to return to education Louth and Meath Education and Training board (LMETB), recognises that many adults need support with reading, writing and maths. Over the past year LMETB in partnership with Screentime ShinaWil, have been filming for the new cutting edge TV series Get The Numbers Write.

The series of three episodes follows five adults who have decided to take the courageous step to return to education. The series gives each of the five learners the opportunity to reflect on the myriad of reasons why they, as young people, decided to leave the education system.

As years passed and life

progressed for each of the five learners, there have been different times in their lives when lack of confidence in their reading/writing or ability to work with numbers have held them back and limited what they could do.

The TV series, which airs on Monday at 9pm on TV3, aims to show that it is never too late.

You are never too old to return to Adult Education. Each of the learners in the series returned for a different reason.

For some, it was to help their children with homework, for others, just everyday things were a problem, like reading bills, working out the cost of something, understanding cor-

respondence you might get in the post. For others it might be that the job they had for many years where you never had to worry about reading /writing has now gone and thus the need to look for other employment.

The five learners, who appear on the series, have all volunteered months of their time, in filming this series, to tell their story in the hope that it will encourage more adults of every age to take the next step. Don’t put it off, pick up the phone 1800 34 55 55, the calls are free, the Adult Learning Service is free, private and confidential.

In 2014, 20,000 adults were

participating in Adult and Further Education classes and courses in Louth and Meath.

The LMETB Adult Learning Service, offers group or one-to-one learning options in reading, writing, maths, spelling or basic IT. If you or a member of your family struggles with reading, writing or maths for everyday use, take courage in both hands, follow the lead of the five learning ambassadors: Gerardine, Nadia, Richard, Johnny and Chris.

LMETB main Adult Education Centres are located at Chapel Street, Dundalk. Tutors are waiting to take your call on freephone 1800 34 55 55.

Easter At Long Walk Shopping Centre

Edel and Caoimhe Callan give Wob bly Circus his hat back.

Wobbly Circus entertained kids and adults alike in The Lonwalk Shopping Centre on Saturday afternoon.

Breanna and Naomi Winters.

Jimmy and James Canning.

Andrea Ban were handing out cupElaine McGeough (Manager) and walk Shopping Centre.

Long The in cakes and Easter eggs

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Family Notices

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

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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 you 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.

MYerS Amen. Say this prayer for 3 Birthday days. Promise publication and Remembrance Birthday remembrance for favours will be granted. (never Aidan Myers, Farndreg, Dun- known to fail). M.C. dalk, this Wednesday 8th NOVENA TO THE April.

SACRED HEART Remember me now that I am Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past gone, I asked you for many favours.

Let my memory always live on, This time I ask you for this speRemember the laughs and the cial favour (mention it). Take it, jokes that we shared, dear Heart of Jesus and place it Remember too that I always within your own broken heart cared. where your Father sees it. Then —Sadly missed by Mam, Nico- in his merciful eyes it will bela, Cormac, Niall, Aoife, come your favour, not mine.

Martin, Niamh, Sinead, Ha- Amen. Say this prayer for 3 leigh, Rhys, Leah, Eabha, days. Promise publication and Erin, Cara-Mae, Shay and favours will be granted. (never Cillian. known to fail). K.McD.

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Caused four-car collision

A man who caused a four-car collision was disqualified from driving for two years after pleading guilty to a drink driving charge at Dundalk District Court.

Gary Morrow of 77 Meadow Grove, Dundalk, admitted the offence which occurred on August 3, 2014 at Haggardstown, Dundalk.

The court heard that Gardai were called to the scene of a four-car collision with the defendant having rear-ended the car in front of him. A breath

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test showed that he was over the limit for driving.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, stated that his 30-year-old client had a previous good record. He added that three cars had stopped at the traffic lights but Mr Morrow hit the third car, and that all drivers had been tested but the three others passed.

Judge Alan Mitchell fined the unemployed defendant €250 and imposed a two-year ban. A charge of dangerous driving was struck out.

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Three of Dundalk’s directors are taking part in an innovative approach to the upcoming local production of Neil Simon’s ‘Plaza Suite’.

Matt Murphy, Fergus Mullen and Gerry Roddy will each direct an Act in the well known play which is to be staged in An Táin Arts Centre from April 22-25.

‘Plaza Suite’ tells the tale of three different residents of Suite 719 of the New York City Plaza Hotel. From the married couple Sam and Karen, to movie producer Jesse meeting his old flame Muriel to another

couple Roy and Norma on their daughter’s wedding day.

Rehearsals are taking place steadily for the upcoming Dundalk production with the three directors, Matt, Fergus and Gerry, taking charge of the first, second and third acts respectively.

The talented cast includes Tom Muckian, Gabrielle Tuomey, Sean Whelan, Irene Dunne, Tim Ahern and Trevor Lee to name but a few.

Booking facilities for ‘Plaza Suite’ are available at the An Táin Arts Centre and at www.antain.ie.

Jinx Lennon gig Local singer songwriter Jinx Lennon makes a welcome return to the Spirit Store on Friday April 10 with a head full of lyrics and new tunes inspired by the surreal North East border lands we live in.

Special guests are Yorkshireman and Antifolk lynchpin Joe Murphy AKA

Sergeant Buzfuz who will be special guest along with Pete Johnson who has just released his album ‘’Get On With It’’ and has seen his popularity rise amongst Dundalk FC Fans with his ‘’Lilywhite Lounge’’tune.

Tickets are still available from www.spiritstore.ie Doors 8.30 pm.

6th June Tickets €30

Goldilocks & The Three Bears 5th July Tickets €10 or Family of 4 €35

Ellie, Aisling and Clare Minogue with Wobbly Circus in The Lonwalk on Saturday afternoon.

St. Peter’s Male Voice Choir presents

DECADES 26th September Tickets €20

Available at: Carroll’s Bookshop, Park Street, Dundalk 042 9334359; The Sound Shop Drogheda 041 9831078; The TLT Tel: 041 9878560; The D Hotel Tel: 041 9877700; Finlays Ardee Tel: 041 6856505; CD World Drogheda 0419833879 Also available online at www.thetlt.ie

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Entertainment levels continue at The Spirit Store The great entertainment continues in the Spirit Store over the coming weeks, including a traditional session on Sunday April 12 downtairs in the kitchen from 6pm to 9pm.

The session has been going for many years here now and is still going strong. This weekly get together of folk and traditional musicians is a

wonderful way to spend your early Sunday evenings. It is free and all are welcome.

On Monday 13, “Intelligent” Kev hosts six rounds of 10 general knowledge questions with delicious pints for the winners!! €4 per team of four, every Monday at 9.30pm.

The following night will see Frogbelly And

Symphony + Guests Anton & Stephanie upstairs free with doors opening at 8pm.

Coming from an experimental post-punk and noise approach on their first record, the band have now put their first full length album together. Song arrangements, the recording of the instruments and the environment in a

technical and cultural sense are bound together. A progressive rock sound echoes in folk landscapes. Urban poetry, pop melodies and repetitive chants cast a rousing wave of contemporary performance.

Wednesday April 15 will see Hogan and Guests upstairs from 8pm with tickets €10.

Hogan recently recorded their second album with top producer Greg Haver (Manic Street Preachers) and have recently worked in the studio with German producers Bernd Wendlandt (Silbermond) and Jose Alvarez Brill (Wolfsheim) on tracks for future release. With two albums recorded and a third written they have brought there energetic

set lists around the world to sold out venues.

The following night Peter Doran and his guests are upstairs from 8pm with tickets €10.

Peter Doran is four albums into his musical journey and 2015 promises to be the songwriter’s busiest year to date. Peter will be joined by Nicky Brennan on electric guitar and

Darren Sweeney on Upright Bass.

On the same night Garr Cleary is free downstairs from 9pm Garr Cleary is literally starting to make waves in the Irish music circuit..

He is becoming a strong favourite in the Irish music industry. This singer-songwriter cannot be boxed into one particular genre.

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DKIT launch new programme

The Creative Media Section in DKIT has announced the launch of its new three-year Level 7 degree programme entitled BA in Theatre & Film Practice, a unique programme not offered anywhere else in Ireland.

This programme replaces the current three-year Level 7 BA in Performing Arts and broadens the focus of the theatre content of the former degree (beyond that of acting) to build on the existing strong links developed between the BA in Performing Arts and the BA (Hons) in Film & Television Production, due to the ongoing successful collaboration between these two programmes over the years.

The programme will provide a solid grounding in the practical application of both theatre and film production skills, a mix of which are currently unavailable to prospective students on the island of Ireland at this level, along with key acting skills and a theoretical foundation.

It will diversify the skills of potential performing arts students by

Niamh Begley-Luke, 3rd year Performing Arts student, as Anna Livia Plurabelle in the performance of Mouths Making Water in the MacAnna Theatre

allowing them to develop skills not only in voice, acting and movement, but also in film studies and film production & post-production.

Theatre & Film Writer/Director MarcIvan O’Gorman (https:// ie.linkedin.com/in/marcivan) is the latest Industry Professional to deliver an intensive module in the Creative Media Section in DKIT. The resulting performance was ‘Mouths Making Water’, adapted & directed by from James Joyce’s ‘Finnegans Wake’, which was performed by the students over three nights in early March in the MacAnna

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Death Notices Paddy Cooney Great Northern Haven, Barrack Street, Dundalk, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, surrounded by his loving family on Sunday April 5.

Paddy formerly of St Nicholas’ Avenue. Very deeply regretted

by Dolly, sons John, Christy, Gerry and Joey, daughters Helen, Kathleen, Lilly, Alison, Ethle, Ann, Sabrina and Paula, brother Sonny, sisters Alice and Nanny, (Cullaville) Christy and Didley, sons in-law, daughters in-law, brothers in-law, sisters in-law, grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins extended family relatived, neighbours and friends.

Theatre on the DKIT Kathleen (Kitty) Weldon (née campus.

Blackburn) formerly Chapel Students who have Street, Dundalk, eacefully, in Our applied via the CAO for Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Sunentry into the former BA day April 5. Beloved wife of the in Performing Arts prolate Bernard and dear mother of Catherine (Murtagh). She will be gramme have all been sadly missed by her sorrowing contacted by DKIT to daughter, son-in-law Seán, relaadvise them to use the tives and friends.

CAO Change of Mind facility to change their Patricia Dardis (née Ross) 19 application to this new Mill St, Dundalk, peacefully in Cavan General Hospital on Friday programme.

April 3. Patricia will be sadly This free facility is missed and remembered with open from Noon on May love by her family, friends and 5 to 5.15pm on July 1 neighbours. at www.cao.ie or alternatively by using the Peter (Pete) Conroy late of Fatima Court and Beechmount Change of Mind Form, Drive, Dundalk, on Wednesday which is posted to all April 1. Son of the late Stephen CAO applicants in May. and Winna and brother of the There is no audition late William, Patrick and Stephen. process for the new He will be sadly missed by his course. sons and daughters Martin,

Wendy, Annemarie, Noelle, John, Wayne, Paul, Peter and Claire, grandchildren, brothers Seán and Jim, sisters Theresa, Pauline and Winnie, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Mary Davidson (née Campbell) Ardee, peacefully in England. Beloved wife of the late George, deeply regretted by her sister June Fagan, and her brother Kevin Campbell, sisters-in-law, the Davidson family, her nephews and nieces, relatives and her many friends in England and Ireland.

Noel Woods Ballygassan, Dunleer, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Friday April 3. Noel, beloved husband of the late Tina and loving dad to Eugene. Deeply regretted by his loving son, daughter-in-law Kathy, grandchildren Nicholas, Karen and Sarah, great grandson Conor, family partners Fergal, Pamela and Chris, brothers, sisters, extended family and friends.

John Clinton High Lane, Drumcar, Dunleer, on Thursday April 2. John beloved husband of Patricia (née Slater). Predeceased by his son Peter. Sadly missed by his wife, son James, daughtersin-law Brenda and Jane, brotherin-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandchildren, relatives and friends.

Bridget Hamilton 15 Castleross, Dundalk, peacefully in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital surrounded by her family on Tues-

day March 31. Bridget will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her children, family and friends.

sister Sr Catherine, son-in-law Declan, daughter-in-law Carolyn, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, cousins, relatives and friends.

Anna Culligan (née McArdle), Barnet, England and formerly of Benagh Riverstown, Dundalk, peacefully at Barnet Hospital, England on Sunday March 29.

Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Jane, brothers Johnny and Paddy, sisters Maura Farrell, Phyllis Culkin and Bridie McArdle, Very deeply regretted by her loving family husband Danny, daughter Fiona, brother Ownie (Australia), brothers-inlaw, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, relatives and friends.

Albert Murphy Gaultrimsland, Riverstown, Dundalk, peacefully at his daughter Caroline’s residence, Ballybarrack, Ardee Road, Dundalk on Tuesday March 31.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Nancy. Very deeply regretted by his loving daughters Caroline, Madeleine, Valerie and Shirley, sons James and Gerry also Damien. His sisters Margaret, Ursula and Pauline, brothers Gerry and Christopher, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Rita Brennan (née Crawley), The Laurels, Dundalk, peacefully in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Tuesday March 31. Rita much loved wife of Jim and dear mother of Raymond and Vivienne, loving grandmother of Laura, and Joe. Deeply regretted by her husband, son, daughter, grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-inlaw, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Tom McCrave Mill Street, Dundalk, suddenly, at Mater Hospital, Dublin on Monday March 30. Beloved husband of Betty and dear father of Leonard, Stephanie, Elizabeth, Tommy and Susan. He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing wife, sons, daughters, grandchildren James and Luke, Fintan and Lorcan and Baby Lucy, brother Br. Anthony C.Ss.R,

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Brianán MARKEY Avondale, Avenue Road, and formerly Knockbridge, Dundalk, peacefully, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, surrounded by her family on Monday March 30. Beloved daughter of Eithne and Tom, loving partner of Colin and dear mother of Michael. She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing parents, partner, son, brother Kevin, aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends.

Paschal O’Sullivan (née Sexton), Dublin / Louth, peacefully in Blackrock Abbey Nursing Home on Sunday March 29. Beloved wife of the late John. Sadly missed by her loving daughters Paschal and Eucharia, her loving sisters Rita and Ann, grandchildren, sons-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

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“One of my neighbours has spent a fortune building her garden wall up to stop these people getting into her garden and she says she feels like a prisoner in her own home whenever they arrive into the

estate”, he added.

Since the erection of fencing blocking-off a traditional thoroughfare from the Castletown Road into Marian Park four years ago walkers have diverted their route and are taking a shortcut through the front garden of a gable-end house. The once prim garden has been destroyed with tracks

beaten into it from the volume of walkers. And now the worried grandfather has asked the council to step in and block this shortcut.

“We need a fence put up to stop them coming into our estate. Two years ago an engineer from Louth County Council came down and said he would look into it for us

Learning to jive has become so important for people now due to the popularity of performers such as Nathan Carter, Derek Ryan and Lisa McHugh.

These performers have

created a huge revival of country music and country style dancing. Jiving is the most popular of the country style dances at the moment. Gerard Butler has 9 All Ireland dancing titles and has been teach-

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Louth County Council were asked to make a comment on the matter but made no response.

Learn to Jive with Gerard Butler Professional dance teacher Gerard Butler starts Jiving classes in the well known country music venue The Readypenny Inn on Tuesday April 14 at 8.30pm and will run as a four week course.

Christian O’Brien with Wobbly Circu s in The Lonwalk on Saturday afternoon.

Ciara and Caelinn Brennan.

Catherine and Christopher Cowe.

Lily and Adam Cranny

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Dundalk’s double blow in Provincial Towns Cup semis

Dundalk were knocked out of the Provincial Towns Cup by Enniscorthy after being beaten 27-22 by three injury time tries from the Wexford side.

At 60 minutes we were 22-3 ahead, playing well and had the game well under control, the last 20 minutes saw Enniscorthy gather themselves while changes in the Dundalk set-up saw a gradual disintegration of their lead culminating in two yellow cards and three tries that cost Dundalk a place in this year’s final.

In perfect conditions at Naas rugby club Dundalk were cautious of the opposition having been beaten both home and away by Enniscorthy in the league.

Tiernan Gonnelly opened the scoring on five minutes with a try converted by Ultan

Murphy. Derek Williams added a second try before a Murphy penalty made it 15-0 at the break.

Enniscorthy got off the mark from a penalty early in the second half but Dundalk responded with a Stephen McGee try converted by Murphy to make it 22-3.

It was looking comfortable for Dundalk at that stage and even when Enniscorthy scored two tries with minutes remaining, it looked to be little more than consolation.

However, they added a third try before clinching a dramatic victory by crossing the line in the dying seconds to break Dundalk hearts.

Dundalk now play Clonmel at home next Saturday in the second game of the All Ireland qualifiers and must immediately put the defeat behind them. The game

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It was a double disappointment for Dundalk as they also lost out to Enniscorthy in the Provincial Seconds Towns Cup after losing 35-8 on Friday night.

Dundalk travelled down with a much changed squad from the week before but they put up a committed performance and were well in the game for 60 minutes but ultimately Enniscorthys’ skillful backs clicked and they pulled away from a very youthful Dundalk side.

The first half was closely contested with Darragh Conroy scoring a penalty and Ciaran Lennon a try as Dundalk went in at the break trailing by just 11-8.

However, the home side dominated the second half and went on to record a comfortable victory.

Mia and Dillen Keenan at the Easter celebrations in the Long Walk Shopping Centre on Saturday afternoon.

Presbyterian Church Right Price Tiles launch host car boot sale the Rachel Allen Range THE sixth Annual Car Boot Sale and Coffee Morning will be held in the Presbyterian Church grounds, Jocelyn St, Dundalk on Monday May 4 from 11am to 3pm.

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Gates close at 10.30pm for vehicles.

Inside the Church Hall will be stalls selling books, CDs and DVDs, toys, bric-abrac and cakes. Teas and coffee with homebaked goods available also. Enquiries to 0872396776.

Celebrity chef Rachel Allen has launched a new range of tiles at Right Price Tiles.

The ‘Rachel Allen Range’, which includes a variety of wall and floor tiles, will be available in-store from April 6.

Commenting, Rachel Allen said, “As a working mum, chef, and someone who likes to entertain, the kitchen is the heart of my home, so I need practical, fresh and stylish tiles. I was

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Paul Hanratty, Leanne Gallagher, Janine Pepper and Kieran Conachy.

Ciaran Toner, Anthony Nixon, Conor Hoey and Matthew Norris.

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Details of the new compact Mazda CX-3 SUV have been announced and it should go on sale in the second half of the year.

The new CX-3 sets to rival the likes of the Nissan Juke and the forthcoming Honda HR-V, in the crowded market place of the compact SUV. There will be 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 will be 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

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Following on from the introduction of the XE, Jaguar has revealed the new XF which will go on sale toward the end of 2015.

The second generation XF has been on diet with a weight reduction of up to 190 kgs thanks to its aluminium-intensive architecture, which makes it 80kgs lighter, the competition. This has paid dividends in fuel economy of up to 70 mpg and CO2 emissions are now as low as 104 g/km, figures which are both class leading.

Despite the weight loss torsional rigidity is up to 28 per cent stiffer.

Although the new XF is 7mm shorter and 3mm lower than its predecessor the wheelbase has been increased by 51mm to 2,960mm which has helped increase interior and boot space.

Power will come from a variety of engines, including the 2.0-litre Ingenium diesel engines which are available with either 163PS/380Nm or 180PS/430Nm outputs with the option of a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic transmissions. There will be choice of two 3.0-litre

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