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Wednesday, 16th September, 2015. Vol. 8, Issue 37 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth.

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Super gran takes parachute jump

By Paul Byrne

A BLACKROCK grandmother with a head for heights will take to the skies this weekend before jumping out of a plane from 10,000 feet as she takes part in a charity parachute jump for Cara Care Cancer Centre.

Fearless Ann Guest was supposed to do the jump in Edenderry, Co. Offaly last weekend but much to her disappointment it had to be postponed due to the bad weather. The 74 year old OAP said that it was the biggest disappointment of her life when she was told the jump would have to be postponed but she remains hopeful that the weather gods will be smiling down on her this weekend and she will be able Rebecca O’Donagh and Jessica Coffee at the Louis to collect Junior Cert results on Wednesday to do it then. See Page 15 afternoon. See pages 8, 10 & 14

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Ciara search over but progress made

By Paul Byrne THE Garda leading the investigation into the disappearance of Ciara Breen has once again called on anybody with any information about the case to ‘challenge their conscience’ and contact the relevant authorities.

Detective Inspector Pat Marry was speaking just days after the search for Ciara in Balmers Bog was officially concluded.

Local Gardai assisted by specialists from the Sub Aqua Unit and Technical Bureau had been searching in Balmers Bog, an area of wasteland behind the Bus Eireann depot on the Ardee Road, since August 18. However, the search concluded last week as Gardaí re-evaluated where they were at with the search.

According to Detective Inspector Marry a future search at Balmers Bog has not been ruled out.

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John rallies support to get help for sick child

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A LOCAL man with a big heart who was touched by the plight of an Irish boy who needs a life-saving operation in the United States, has called on the local community to help raise the funds needed.

John Brady, from the Avenue Road, is doing his bit to help raise the $1m needed for Cian McDonnell Lynch from Co Meath to have treatment in Boston. The four-year-old suffers from a rare disease for which there is no cure.

He found out about Cian’s appeal by chance and felt that, as a father himself, he wanted to do something to help.

He organised two events over the weekend and is hoping that people will continue to lend their support to the campaign.

“I was going through Facebook one night when I came across the ‘Hope for Cian’ page.

I donated money to the fund, but felt that I should do more to help.

Cian has a rare disease that affects his lungs and he needs a transplant to survive”, he revealed.

John pointed out that

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the only place this can be done is in Boston and the cost is $1m. With no Government funding, the family has to raise the money themselves.

“My fiancé has a cousin in the United States who lost a young daughter to cancer, and that experience, plus the fact that I have a threeyear-old daughter, really made me want to do something”, explained John.

As a result, John organised a 10K run/walk on Saturday, followed on the same day by a raffle night in Clan na Gael hall.

With the help of his sister, Teresa Wehrly, John contacted businesses throughout Dundalk seeking prizes for the raffle and he was overwhelmed by their generosity.

“The reception we got was unreal as peo-

ple were really generous and we ended up with prizes valued at over €1,000”, added John.

The local events are among many fundraisers being held across the country and John urged all to give what support they can.

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By Eunan Whyte The funds raised by the SOSAD Duck Derby received a considerable boost when the winner of the race immediately donated the prizemoney back to the charity.

Brian McCamley from Blackrock made the generous donation of €500 after his duck was first across the line in front of a packed crowd on the Castletown River on Sunday afternoon.

That gesture was typical of the response of the people of Dundalk as over €20,000 was raised from the event and

the raffle night in the Lisdoo recently.

According to one of the organisers, Gerry Duffy, it was a very successful venture and he expressed his thanks to all who helped out.

“It was a great family fun day out with lots of entertainment provided before the race took place.

We were very lucky with the weather as the rain didn’t start until just as the race finished.

“I really can’t thank the people enough as over €20,000 was raised between Sunday’s event and the raffle night in the Lisdoo. A

huge effort was put in by a lot of people and it is great when everyone responds”, revealed Gerry.

“There were so many volunteers who put in a lot of hard work over the past number of weeks that deserve enormous praise.

“I’m not going to name everyone involved but I have to mention Brendan Keane and Kim McLaughlin for their efforts, while the day would not have been possible without the Sub Aqua Club”, he added.

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THIS is the biggest week on the Irish inter-club golf scene with the AIG Ireland Cups and Shields All-Ireland Finals taking place at Carton House and Dundalk Golf Club will head to the Co Kildare venue on Wednesday in search a first ever win in the Junior Cup and only the second national title in the 110 year history of the club.

Under the guidance of team manager Clem Walshe and selector Terry Conlon, this year’s Junior Cup squad have exceeded all expectations and captured the Leinster title for the first time in 21 years last July when they beat Clontarf in a thrilling final at Portarlington.

They will face Connacht champions Westport in Wednesday’s All-Ireland semi-final with the winners advancing to meet either Greenisland or Douglas in Thursday’s final.

The road to Carton House began in earnest last June for the Dundalk squad when they won their North East qualifying tournament at Balbriggan on one of

the worst weekend’s weather wise of the summer.

After heading the strokeplay qualifying round with an overall score of 342, to lead home Laytown & Bettystown, Ardee and Headfort, Dundalk then beat Headfort 4-1 in the semi-finals before seeing off Ardee 3-2 to advance to the Leinster Finals in July at Portarlington.

Since that victory in July the Dundalk squad have been busy preparing for the All-Ireland Final and according to Walshe they are ready for what lies ahead over the next few days.

Walshe and Conlon have already selected Aaron King, Ricky Newell, Josh Macken, Eoin Murphy, Ciaran Sheridan to tee it up on Wednesday in the All-Ireland semi-final but Walshe says that no matter which of the ten players they selected they would have full confidence in their ability to get the job done.

“Apart from their golfing ability I believe they have great strength of character and a pas-

sionate desire to win. They’ve bonded really well and support each other whether playing, caddying or subbing in matches.

We’ve a big mix of characters with the belief and desire to make our members proud and represent Dundalk Golf Club to the very best of their ability”, stated the manager.

It’s 11 years since Dundalk won its first and to date only GUI All-Ireland pennant when the Jimmy Bruen Shield team took the national title on a not to be forgotten day at Shannon Golf Club. It’s also 11 years since a Leinster club won the All-Ireland Junior Cup so there are plenty of gaps to be bridged.

Opportunities to win national titles don’t come along too often and fingers are crossed out in Blackrock that the Junior Cup team can follow suit this week.

The full squad is as follows: Billy Cairns, John Conlon, Fergal Harte, Alan Hurley, Aaron King, Conor McCaughey, Josh Macken, Eoin Murphy, Ricky Newell and Ciaran Sheridan.

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Great response to refugee crisis

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By Paul Byrne

DUNDALK’S response to the refugee crisis has exceeded all expectations with collection points inundated with generous donations from people all over the county.

According to Colin Loughran who set the appeal in motion last week the response has been overwhelming so far with the main collection point in the Longwalk Shopping Centre inundated with donations. Because of the huge response so far organisers have appealed for a large storage space in town to house the goods until they are ready to be loaded and delivered to Calais and Kos. “The response so far to the refugee crisis appeal has been overwhelming. We have been blown away by the amount of goodwill and kindness we have received since last Monday. As well as the donations from people all over Louth we have been offered a forty foot lorry by Jenkinson’s Logistics in Dublin who will fill a lorry for us and deliver it to Calais free of charge. I want to thanks Jim Egan in Jenkinson’s for his help in organising this”, ex-

Aoife McKeown, Sinead Roche, Mark Maxi Kavanagh, Marie Kindlon, Maggie Cumiskey and Christine Cumiskey who are volunteers at the pop up shop collection point

plained Colin.

“Locally, Tony Carroll from AP Controls has also helped out by donating 800 boxes free of charge as well as 36 rolls of tape. We’d all like to thank Tony and all at AP for their wonderful generosity”, added Colin.

“Next on our agenda is an appeal for a large storage space somewhere in town where we can store all the donations we have received. If anybody could give us the use of an empty warehouse or large building for a week or two until we get our lorries filled and sent to both Calais and Kos it would be a huge help to us”, pleaded Colin.

“People have been fantastic so far and the next step is getting all

the donations to the refugees. We have a facebook page called Dundalk refugee crisis appeal and if anybody can help us with the use of a warehouse they can contact us through that”, he added.

Jim Egan who works with Jenkinson’s Logistics in Dublin said the company had close links with National Pen and they were only delighted to donate a lorry to help with the appeal when they heard about it.

“We have close links with Colin and Yvonne Hughes in Dundalk and when they reached out to us we said we’d put our shoulder to the wheel and help out in any way we can. We’re ready to fill one of our lorries

with donations and drive out to Calais to deliver the to those in need out there”, explained Jim. Meanwhile Tony Carroll in AP Controls said he couldn’t ignore the local appeal for help after the images he seen on his television screen over the last couple of weeks.

“We’ve all seen the shocking pictures of the refugees on our televisions and I thought it was only right to do something to help the local appeal. We have donated 800 boxes and I intend to also use a specialist film type foil which will protect the goods from moisture and damage as it makes its way to the refugees”, explained Tony.

Anna Marie Savage, Heather Cassidy, Brian Harten, Sarah Daly(Executive Director, Creative Spark), Fiona Marron, Maria Doyle, Amelia Steely, Omin.

Creative Spark open exhibition CREATIVE Spark launched the first Creative Spark residency exhibition “Come to the Edge” at An Táin Arts Centre September 2.

The exhibition will run until October 17.

Maria Doyle, chair of the Dundalk Municipal District opened the exhibition, and addressed the attendance along with Brian Harten (Louth County Arts Officer) and Heather Cassidy (Creative

Spark Residency Co-ordinator).

With the generous support of Create Louth, the Creative Spark Residency Programme was launched in September 2014.

In its first year it has provided opportunities for four artists to explore and develop their practice.

During their time at Creative Spark all four artists were involved in aspects of Creative

Spark’s community relations programme and were integrated into the community of creative enterprises working at Creative Spark.

All involved with the project are delighted that Create Louth will support a further residency programme for 2015-2016 and take this opportunity to thank Create Louth, Louth Local Authorities Arts Service for their continued support.

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Dundalk Rugby Club celebrate historic day DUNDALK Rugby Club celebrated a historic day on Saturday when they played their first ever senior league match.

Bruff were the visitors to the Mill Road where the teams were welcomed by a large and enthusiastic crowd.

Unfortunately, the result did not go Dundalk’s way as they lost out by 35-16, but it was still a day to remember.

It was looking good for the home side at half time as they built up a 16-15 lead, but they were unable to sustain the challenge in the second half.

Penalties from Ultan Murphy and a Vic Ball try kept Dundalk in touch after a lot of early pressure from the visitors with the hosts edging ahead at the break.

The second half was dominated by Bruff and they went over for three trys to clinch victory.

Dundalk travel to Midleton in Cork next Saturday for the next round of the AIL. The history-making Dundalk team was as follows: Stephen Mc-

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Inventors Who invented the telephone?

Ireland In what county are the towns of Carrickfergus and Ballycastle?

Cartoons In what television series did a policeman called Officer Dibble regularly appear?

Literature Which writer had the middle names, ‘Fingle O’Flahertie Wills’?

Politics Who was the last man to hold the title, Prime Minister of Northern Ireland’?

Showbiz Which Dublin entertainer is nicknamed ‘The Window Cleaner’?

Religion Which English man founded the Methodist Movement?

Soccer Which Irish man captained the Tottenham Hotspur team to win the League and Cup double in 1962?

Classic TV Who played the astronaut, Tony Nelson, in the old American comedy series, ‘I Dream of Jeannie’?

Local What Dundalk native played the part of Laman Griffin in the movie ‘Angela’s Ashes’?

The Stinker Who was the owner of ‘The Celtic Mist’ which sank off Mizen Head in 1985?

—this week’s answers—

Pupils celebrate exam success

Happiness, a word most students don’t associate with returning to school. However, the De La Salle College Leaving Cert.

Class of 2015 have plenty of reasons to be smiling. On Friday September4, 20 of De La Salle’s finest Leaving Cert students returned to their alma mater for a celebratory get together.

Three students achieved over 600 points and an impressive sixteen students achieved over 500 points in the 2015 Leaving Certificate.

The delighted high achievers chatted enthusiastically with their teachers about their new university courses over tea and sandwiches.

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De La Salle High Achievers with their teachers Ms Campbell, Mr McGuinness and Mr McArdle

lunch is held annually in recognition of the students’ achievements in the Leaving.

Top of the class was Conor Bell, currently studying veterinary at UCD. He achieved maximum points with an incredible 7 A1s. Brothers. Joseph

and Michael Mullen achieved an impressive combined total of 12 A1s. Joseph is now studying actuary at UCD whilst Michael is studying Computer science at the same college. A delighted Christopher O’Hagan, now

studying medicine at Queens, achieved an impressive 590 points.

Philip McGuinness, now studying Spanish and History at Trinity College Dublin, received 5 A1s and an A2.

Also achieving impressive results were,

Conor Morgan, Aaron Lalor Fitzpatrick, Conor McEneaney, Darren Clarke, Conor Boyle, PJ Belton, Ronan Bailey, john Byrne, Matthew Corcoran, Conor O’Kane, Adam Mulley, Kieran Mulligan and Tom McKenna.

with an address at the Homeless Centre, Barrack St, Dundalk, admitted the offences which took place on October 26 last year, at a previous sitting of Dundalk District Court.

The defendant came

to Garda attention outside a licenced premises on October 26 last year.

He was twice asked to leave but failed to do so and was arrested.

At that hearing it was stated by solicitor, Sean T O’Reilly that the de-

fendant had worked in Ireland for eight years but his life had taken a downward spiral through alcohol and unemployment.

The court was told that he was estranged from the mother of his

child and was living in a homeless centre.

A Probation Report ordered on that day recommended Mr Sumlajevs for Community Service and that was handed down by Judge Mary Devins.

Man is given the chance to avoid prison term A MAN who pleaded guilty to two public order charges avoided a prison term after he was sentenced to complete 100 hours Community Service in lieu of two months.

Vladimirs Sumlajevs,

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THE Irish Heart Foundation will hold its final Summer Car Boot Sale on Sunday September 20 at St Pats GAA Complex Lordship, between 10am and 3pm. Enjoy a cuppa and a snack in the Car Boot Cafe while browsing for some great bargains. Cars €15, vans and jeeps €20; one carload per pitch.

For details and bookings contact 0872559405 or 0876479715.

Thank you to all for all the support and help in raising funds for the IHF.

Historical Society meeting

Plotting of graves in Cill Mhuire/Boher/Grange Cemeteries will continue at a meeting in of Cooley Genealogical and Historical Society Long’s Pub, Grange on Friday, October 9, at 8pm.

Please bring pen and paper.

Refreshments will be served. Admission €5.

Everybody welcome.

1. Alexander Graham bell 2. Antrim 3. Top Cat 4. Oscar Wilde 5. Brian Faulkner 6. Sonny Knowles 7. John Wesley 8. Danny Blanchflower 9. Larry Hagman 10. Alvaro Luchessi. Stinker – Charles J Haughey. When asked how he survived he replied – “ I walked on water’.

Students celebrate Junior Cert results

Dr Agota Bede and Teodora Camaras u at St Louis on Wednesday afternoon

Clare McCartney at St Vincents

Daniel Corcoran, Ciaran Fee, Kizito Ekwueme, Hugh McKey and Conor McManus at the De La Salle

Rebecca O’Donagh and Jessica Coffe e at

St Louis to collect Junior Cert

Gillian and Abbie O’Brien at St Louis

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Launch of new video on Dundalk FC and town

Fyffes sales and marketing manager Emma Hunt-Duffy is joined at Oriel Park by Dundalk FC players Sean Gannon, Ronan Finn, and Ciaran Kilduff for the launch of the new club video

A new video telling the story of Dundalk FC has been produced by team sponsors, Fyffes, which places an emphasis on the town itself and the community whose dreams and ambitions the team represents.

Appropriately entitled ‘The Town’, the video has been uploaded for viewing on You Tube and Facebook, and is the second production of its kind to be funded and produced by Fyffes.

The first production entitled ‘Every Step of the Way’ was released last October prior to Dundalk FC being crowned SSE Airtricity League champions.

It attracted over 70,000 view-

ers across the globe within two weeks of its launch.

Through interviews with supporters – a group that includes a local retailer, grounds keeper and a host of long-standing fans and families – this latest production gives a fan’s eye view of the club.

With emphasis on its history and tradition, it captures the community spirit that the team generates within the town and the surrounding area, while portraying the sense of pride and passion that it fosters within the people of Dundalk generally.

Formally launched by Fyffes Ireland managing director Gerry

Cunningham at Oriel Park recently, the video has been acclaimed by team members and officials, many of whom are featured in the production.

Speaking at the launch, Gerry – himself a life-long Dundalk FC supporter – said: “the video is designed to capture the buzz of match day and the carnival atmosphere that is generated when fans and team become one, united in pursuit of their shared goal.”

The video can be viewed can be viewed on YouTube via the following link: https://www. youtube.com/watch?v=BpEKn_ HReZ4.

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Six year ban for second drink driving offence A CORK man who was caught drink driving in Donegal and Dundalk within a two week period, was banned from driving for six years at Dundalk District Court.

Dermot O’Connor of Bridge Cottage, South Horesmount, Kilcorney, Mallow, told the court that he had been diagnosed with a brain condition around the time of the offences.

The court heard that on June 3 last year, Gardai were called to attend at Station Road, Castlebellingham, at 10.50pm where they saw a car with one wheel down off the road.

The driver was trying to

reverse out, but was unable to do so.

Mr O’Connor was taken to Dundalk Garda Station where a breath sample showed he was over the legal limit for driving.

Solicitor Conor MacGuill stated that the defendant committed a similar offence of May 20, 2014, but as it hadn’t been dealt with until after the date of the second offence, he questioned if it would be seen as a previous offence.

However, Insp Martin Beggy stated that his records indicated that the offence on May 20 had been dealt with on the same day in Carn-

donagh District Court where he was disqualified for two years.

Judge Mary Devins questioned if that court case would have been heard on the same day as the offence.

Mr McGuill stated that because of his brain condition, his client was unable to remember the exact details.

Judge Devins ruled that even though it was unclear if the court case was on May 20, the records indicate that it was, and as a result it is considered a previous conviction.

She imposed a fine of €250 and disqualified for six years.

Hospice fundraiser in Stags Head

THE Stags Head Supporters Club of Dundalk FC and Celtic FC are holding a fun day with all proceeds in aid Dundalk model Stefania Egan was one of 20 models who took the Belfast fash- of the North East Hosion scene by storm, as West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK launched its 20th sea- pice and the Irish Moson. Top model Stefania, helped showcase the latest looks from participant re- tor Neuron Disease. tailers and designer collections for this Autumn/Winter 15 season.

It all starts off with

a challenge football match for the Billy McKee Perpetual Shield between Dundalk FC supporters club and Sean McIlvenna’s Celtic supporters club.

The match kicks off at 4pm on Saturday Sep-

tember 19 at the DKIT Sports Arena.

Later that evening there will be an auction and raffle plus music and refreshments in the Stags Head, Linenhall St, Dundalk at 9pm.

Tickets which include both events are paired at €5 and are available from any club member or behind the bar in the Stags Head.

All donations for the raffle or auction are welcome.

Students celebrate Junior Cert results

Christpher Stapleton, Loui Byrne, Odh ran Duffy and Seamus Small at the De La Salle

Jack Cairns, Oisin Martin and Steven Jiminez at the De La Salle

Shane Gregory Chad McEneaney, Tommy Conroy,

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and Patrick O’Connell at the De La

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in Brief IHF hold Car Boot Sale

THE Irish Heart Foundation will hold its final Summer Car Boot Sale on Sunday September 20 at St Pats GAA Complex Lordship, between 10am and 3pm.

Enjoy a cuppa and a snack in the Car Boot Cafe while browsing for bargains.

Cars €15, vans and jeeps €20; one carload per pitch.

For details and bookings contact 0872559405 or 0876479715” Thank you to all for all the support and help in raising funds for the IHF.

Paint it Pink campaign

The Irish Cancer Society has launched its 2015 breast cancer campaign, Paint it Pink, in County Louth.

This campaign is all about doing something to paint it pink this October whether that is holding a Paint it Pink event or by texting the word ‘Pink’ to 50300 to donate €4 to the society.

Visit www.paintitpink.ie for more information on how to get involved.

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Man told Gardai he found meat cleaver on ground A MAN who was found in possession of a meat cleaver and balaclava told Gardai that he had found the items just before the officers came across him.

Daniel Leonard of 11 Barton Park, Dundalk, was found with the items in the Ballymascanlon area on July 26 this year, just four days after he was given a suspended sentence.

As a result, he was remanded to appear in front of Judge Flann Brennan who had im-

posed the nine-month sentence. The following day, Judge Brennan brought down the nine month sentence and imposed another nine month sentence The court heard that on the date in question, Gardai came across two males in the Ballymascanlon area and Mr Leonard was seen holding a meat cleaver, which he dropped when officers approached.

He had a bag containing a balaclava and gloves. He initially

stated that he had found the items.

The defendant also pleaded guilty to an offence of handling stolen property. Gardai had searched his home on July 25 following a burglary from a premises on the Castletown Road and they found a television similar to the one stolen. Initially he denied any involvement.

He had 27 previous convictions including possession of knives and other articles.

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Bridge Club competition

Musicians from Comhaltas Craobh Dhún Dealgan received Music Bursaries at a recent Summer Seisiún night. L to R: Kerri-Ann McArdle,Hackballscross, Fionnuala Kirby, Kilkerley, Kim Poole, Knockbridge, Clare Ward, Fatima and Áine Scott, Headford. Also included are Maureen Hughes (Chairperson), Blackrock and Deirdre Ní Bhuachalla (Treasurer) Avondale.

Bilingual culture night A BILINGUAL Culture Night in Dundalk Library promises the best in traditional music and song as brilliant fiddle playing contrasts with the evocative stillness of the early Irish harp. Interspersed with songs from the rich Oriel tradition. Local singer and author, Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin will be joined by two of Oriel’s finest

musicians - fiddle player Niall Murphy and wire strung harpist Sylvia Crawford.

The event takes place on Friday September 18 at 6.30pm in the Dundalk Library, Roden Place, Dundalk Numbers are limited so please book at issue desk. The event is free of charge. Tel: 9353190.

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Dundalk Bridge Club will host the Lillian Logan Memorial Trophy in the bridge centre, Ramparts Road (beside Dundalk tennis club), on Tuesday September 22 at 7pm sharp.

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Refugee collection at Oriel Park

THERE will be a bucket collection in aid of the Syrian Refugees at the local derby match between Dundalk FC and Drogheda Utd on Friday September 18. Senator Mary Moran who is organising the collection is urging all supporters to give generously to support this worthy cause.

“We have all seen the horrific images and read the dreadful accounts of the situation for the refugees . As usual Dundalk FC have shown their support to those in need and I would like to thank Dundalk FC for agreeing to the collection at the ground. Collectors will be placed at entrance to the ground and all support is most welcome”, stated Senator Moran.

Beekeepers lecture

Louth Beekeepers Association is holding a lecture entitled ‘Preparing your exhibits for a honey show’ by Eoghan Mac Giolla Coda. It takes place in Teagasc Centre, Dublin Road, Dundalk, from 8pm to 10pm on Thursday September 17.

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Row over Oriel Park lease continues to rumble on

By Paul Byrne The row between the current Dundalk board and former owner Gerry Matthews over the lease of Oriel Park continues to be the only blot in what is shaping up to be a wonderful season for the club.

Last week Gerry Matthews released a statement setting a deadline for the end of the season for the lease issue to be resolved while threatening to pull down the Youth Development Centre if an agreement couldn’t be reached with the current Dundalk board.

When current owners, Paul Brown and Andy Connolly took over the club back in 2012 Matthews kept hold of the lease to Oriel Park as well as the lease to the Youth Development Centre which he had built during his time as owner of the club. Without having control of the lease the current owners are restricted in what they

The controversy over Oriel Park lease rumbles on

can do to improve facilities in Oriel Park as they are not entitled to any Government grants or levies given they do not own the ground.

Gerry Matthews claimed he was denied a ten-year sublease on the YDC and has set a deadline for the end of the season for the club to pay 10% of the costs incurred in building the Youth Development Centre. This fee is believed to be in the region of €400,000.

If this were to hap-

pen then he would transfer full ownership of the lease to the club.

However if no agreement could be made he claims he would be left with no option but to demolish the building, which includes indoor football pitches, a gym and a bar.

Dundalk FC released a statement immediately after Friday nights 4-0 FAI Cup quarter final victory over Sligo expressing their disappointment at the inaccuracies contained in

Matthews letter.

“However, we do wish to make it clear to all Dundalk supporters that we fundamentally disagree with Mr Matthew’s account of the takeover process.

His statement does not match the agreements that he himself signed back in February 2013.

“Dundalk Football Club faces a major challenge on the pitch over the next eight weeks and wishes to stay focused, as we have done since August 2012, on the business of running a football club.

Since the takeover we have been successful in demonstrating what can be done when people work together simply for the good of the football club.

“Therefore, we intend to support the mediation process and intend not to make any further public comment on this matter. We hope this process will resolve all the outstanding issues between the

parties as soon as possible in the interests of securing the long-term future of Oriel Park.” read the statement.

Club chairman Ciaran Bond has previously warned that an alternative home may have to be found for Dundalk Fc if no agreement can be reached as the current situation is costing the club too much money with regards to loss of grant opportunities and restrictions in attendances which was evident when only 3300 were able to watch the BATE Borisov Champions League game.

Meanwhile on the pitch Dundalk continue to dazzle maintaining an eight point gap at the top from Cork with just six games remaining. Talks of a first double are beginning to be whispered by fans following a home draw against Longford in the FAI Cup semi final which will take place on October 4.

DkIT discussion to celebrate Heritage Week

DkIT Library celebrated Heritage Week on August 26 with a Round Table discussion and virtual photo exhibition on the theme of Dundalk and DkIT’s industrial heritage.

Fifty people attended the event, which was held in the Carroll’s building on DkIT campus. There was a simultaneous launch of the Industrial Heritage Photo Gallery.

Speakers included architectural experts Shane O’Toole and Rodd Bond of the Netwell Centre who talked about the architecture of the iconic building where the discussion was held.

Bob Wilson from the brewing industry and Des Casey from the Great Northern Railway spoke at the event, as did Denis Cummins, Tom Collins, Pairic Duffy and Lorraine Mulligan from DkIT, and Brendan McSherry from the Heritage Council.

From the audience some former workers of Carroll’s spoke about what it was like to work in the old factory located in the town. Jason McGee of the Regional Development Centre chaired the talk.

Shane O’Toole mentioned that in a 1999 poll organised by the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland to find the best buildings of 20th Century Ireland, the Carroll’s building came out in the top three.

It was opened in 1970 to house the Carroll family’s tobacco factory, one of Dundalk’s main industries since the 1800s. When the Carroll’s site was sold in 2002 the college bought the factory and it now houses the School for Informatics and Creative Arts.

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Conor McGailey, Dylan McCarthy, Matthew Devin and Ronan Murphy at the De La Salle where students collected their Junior Cert results on Wednesday afternoon.

Great win for cricket team ON a very wet and miserable Sunday afternoon, Dundalk Cricket Club hosted Terenure CC in a crucial match for the league title. Despite adverse weather conditions, the game went ahead, largely due to the sporting spirits of both teams.

Captain Mike Waterman won the toss for Dundalk and elected to bowl first. An early wicket for Andy Williams did not halt Terenure’s explosive start and they went on to reach an above-par

total of 151 from their reduced 30 overs.

Waterman opened the batting with Andrew Pike and the pair put on a solid 63 runs for the first wicket before losing their wickets in quick succession. Firstly, Pike was bowled

by Ted Mullen for 39 and in the next over Waterman got caught

by Phil Rout at mid-on, having scored 27.

The next pairing of Sajan Jayaseelan and Steve McGrath

reacted superbly under the pressure, playing steady yet offensive innings to see Dundalk over the line in the 26th over.

The pair finished the game on 29 and 47 not out respectively and the result sees Dundalk remain top of the table with one final game remaining against Railway Union next Saturday.

The Second Team also finish off their season at the weekend, with Rush the visitors to Dromiskin next Sunday.

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Louth farmers at Dublin protest Louth IFA Chairman Matthew McGreehan was amongst the many farmers from all over the country who took part in a protest calling for EU action on farm incomes.

Matthew McGreehan, Louth IFA Chairman warned that farmers across all sectors are under severe pressure and are not making a

viable income, due to political interference in markets, severe price volatility and unregulated retailers.

The dairy, grain and pig sector have recently been hit with force, also livestock farmers have seen the margin eaten into with rising costs of production, cuts in environmental schemes

and disadvantaged payments, if there is no support for grain farmers they will go out of business, sheep farmers also need a targeted payment to make their enterprise viable, factories have again pulled prices for cattle in recent weeks with no justification, this can simply not go Some of the farmers taking part in the protest in Dublin on any longer.

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Screen writer Barry ready for the release of latest film

By Paul Byrne

DUNDALK screenwriter Barry Keating continues to make waves in the horror movie genre with his latest film ‘Downhill’ getting an airing at the Toronto Film Festival this week.

Barry, from Mount Avenue, first came to the attention of horror film fans last year when he co-wrote ‘Nymph’ with Serbian filmmakers Milan Konjevic and Marko Backovic.

The film has received enthusiastic reviews from horror film fans all around the world including America (where the film title was changed to ‘Killer Mermaids).

Since then Barry has been on a creative roll and this year will see four movies he’s been involved in hit the big screens. According to Barry he’s ready to

Barry Keating is preparing fo the release of his new film

take a step back and start reading and finding inspiration once more before he launches himself into his next project.

“It’s been such a busy year for me and since Nymph was released I’ve been working on four films which were all completed this year.

I feel as if I’ve used

every word and phrase in my vocabulary at this stage and I need to sit back and get reading and get inspired again”, explained Barry.

It’s been a really exciting year and it was great to work with Chilean director Patricio Valladares on ‘Downhill’. It’s a really fast paced movie which

centres on a biking star and his girlfriend in Chile who discover a dying man who has contracted a mysterious virus. It’s shot in Chile and I’m really happy with how it looks on the big screen. It’s still so exciting to see a concept which started in your head brought to life and made into a film. The scenery in the film is stunning with some amazing aerial shots and we’re looking forward to getting it out there”, remarked Barry.

As well as Downhill Barry also has two other movies in post production. ‘The Ghosts of Garip’ which was shot in Istanbul and ‘The Rift’ which is described as a sci-fi horror. Barry has been a fan of horror films for as long as he can remember having first developed a love for the genre from watching movies in his

aunty’s video shop in Dundalk . His love of horror seen him start out as a journalist, and then moving into comic books and video games before landing his dream role as a horror movie screen writer.

“Having worked with directors from all over the world Barry is keen to work closer to Mernagh from Blackrock on right winner of €5000 in the Dundalk home in the near future Nicola Credit Union Cash draw receiving her cheque from Elizabeth Loughran of with his dream being to Dundalk Credit Union release an Irish horror movie.

“There’s two or three really talented Irish directors who I have been talking to and the plan is to sit down and work Creative Spark are once again running the ‘Ethnic Women’s Stories through out a few ideas before Crafts’ intitiative which proved very successful last year. hopefully starting work In 2014 Ethnic Women’s Stories through Crafts (EWSTC) brought together on a horror movie shot seven women from Nigeria, China, the U.S., Netherlands, Sweden and in Ireland. It’s been a Ireland in a project that reached over one hundred people. The stories shared great year for me per- through the project were of memories evoked by the preparation of food sonally and I’ve got to and of smells and tastes. They are captured in a documentary which can be work with some really obtained from Creative Spark. talented people so I This year’s event will run at Creative Spark, Clontygora Drive, Muirhevnamor, just want to keep that from 10am to 1pm on September 18 and will run for 12 weeks. going and continue to The final event will be a two- day pop-up bistro in December open to the enjoy doing something community where food, stories, skills and healthy recipes will be shared.

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Students celebrate Junior Cert results

Twins Timmy and Tommy Olowooke re at

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Janae Fannas at St Louis

Mrs Dolan (Deputy Principal), Anne Moore, Eniola Otesanya and Miss Murphy (Year Head) at St Louis

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Super gran takes to the skies Ciara search over but progress has been made for charity parachute jump

By Paul Byrne A BLACKROCK grandmother with a head for heights will take to the skies this weekend before jumping out of a plane from 10,000 feet as she takes part in a charity parachute jump for Cara Care Cancer Centre.

Fearless Ann Guest was supposed to do the jump in Edenderry, Co. Offaly last weekend but much to her disappointment it had to be postponed due to the bad weather. The 74 year old OAP said that it was the biggest disappointment of her life when she was told the jump would have to be postponed but she remains hopeful that the weather gods will be smiling down on her this weekend and she will be

Ann Guest is looking forward to parachute jump

able to do it then.

“I was absolutely devastated last Sunday when they told me I couldn’t do the jump”, revealed Ann. I had been gearing myself up to do it since July and I was really looking forward to it and I was never as disappointed as when they told me I couldn’t do it”, stated Ann. “I decided to try and

raise a few euro for the Cara Cancer Care Centre as they do great work locally and I know too many people who have had to deal with this terrible disease.

“I’ve had coffee mornings and I’ve dyed my hair in the past to raise money for cancer but I’ve always wanted to do a parachute jump and I thought why not do

one while raising money at the same time.

“People keep asking me if I’m not terrified at the thoughts of jumping out of a plane from 10,000 feet up in the sky but to be honest the thought of it just excites me. I wouldn’t have a nerve in my body to be honest. I did a bit of skiing in my younger days so I’ve always been a bit of a thrill-seeker I suppose”, laughs Ann. Ann’s determined to do the jump this weekend and she remains undaunted at the prospect of falling out of a plane 10,000 feet up in the air. A large group of family and friends made the trip to Edenderry last weekend to support Ann but unfortunately the jump had to be postponed. Ann is pulling

out all the stops to ensure the weather will be ok this weekend.

“I was disappointed not to get going last weekend especially as lots of family and friends made their way to Offaly to support me but most of them will be back this weekend and I have the child of Prague out and I’m praying that we will be ok weather wise and I’ll be able to the jump. This is something I really want to do so hopefully all going well I’ll be jumping out of that plane this weekend”, laughed Ann. If anybody would like to sponsor Ann as she prepares to embark on her daredevil mission they can contact Cara Cancer Care Centre 0429339383 or Ann herself at 0876247664.

THE Garda leading the investigation into the disappearance of Ciara Breen has once again called on anybody with any information about the case to ‘challenge their conscience’ and contact the relevant authorities.

Detective Inspector Pat Marry was speaking just days after the search for Ciara in Balmers Bog was officially concluded.

Local Gardai assisted by specialists from the Sub Aqua Unit and Technical Bureau had been searching in Balmers Bog, an area of wasteland behind the Bus Eireann depot on the Ardee Road, since August 18. However, the search concluded last week as Gardaí re-evaluated where they were at with the search.

According to Detective Inspector Marry a future search at Balmers Bog has not been ruled out.

“We officially concluded our search in Balmers Bog last week but we have definitely not ruled out returning there at some stage in the future.

Our strategy for that particular part of our investigation has ended but that is only one aspect of our enquiries and I would say the investigation is far

from over”, he stated.

“Last Sunday somebody came forward with information which we are currently looking at and I would once again make it clear that the answer to this case lies in Dundalk. Without doubt there is somebody in this town who has information which would help us bring this investigation to a conclusion.

“I would ask them to challenge their conscience and do the right thing by getting in touch with us”, urged Detective Inspector Marry.

“Significant progress has been made in this case and so far we have been greatly assisted by the public but again I would say that there are still people out there who can assist us and I would appeal for them to do so”, he added.

17-year-old Ciara was last seen in her Dundalk home, on Bachelor’s Walk, by her mother Bernadette on the night of February 12 into the early hours of the next day in 1997.

A man from Dundalk in his 50s was arrested in April in connection with her disappearance but was released without charge a short time later.

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Drink driver reached speeds of 130kph in a bid to avoid Gardai A DRINK driver who failed to stop for Gardai was disqualified for three years and given a three month suspended prison sentence for the manner of his driving.

Michael Lennon with an address at 33 Damolly Village, Newry, but who is now living in Riverstown, pleaded guilty to the offences on September 17 last year at Castletowncooley when he appeared at Dundalk District Court.

It was stated in evidence

that on that date Gardai observed the driver exceeding the speed limit at Lordship.

He turned on to Piedmont and moved to the centre of the road to stop the patrol car over-taking.

He continued driving through two T-junctions without stopping and reached speeds of between 120 and 130 kph. Further on he negotiated a series of bends and briefly lost control of the vehicle while reaching up to 140kph.

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In total the pursuit spanned between 4k and 5k on what was described as a narrow mountain road. He stopped at the side of the road allowing the patrol car to overtake, although he twice reversed away and also drove forward and colliding with the patrol car.

He became abusive to Gardai, asking them “what the f**k are you doing”, while there was a short scuffle before he was arrested for dangerous driving. Gardai

also formed the opinion that he was under the influence of alcohol. A blood test taken at Dundalk Garda Station showed the he was over the limit.

Solicitor Conor MacGuill stated that his 51-year-old client is a separated father of two teenage children. He pointed out that while the driving was dangerous there was no damage caused to anyone else.

He added that the defendant didn’t understand that

the patrol car was for him and that it could have been in relation to something ahead. However, Judge Alan Mitchell noted that he didn’t pull in to let them pass.

The judge added that he had to take a serious view of the driving as he imposed a sentence of three months, suspended for 12 months, and disqualified him for two years.

In relation to the drink driving he imposed a fine of €300 and a ban of three

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The Dundalk Branch of the Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) are holding their annual general meeting on Thursday September 17 in the Redeemer Resource Centre at 7.45pm.

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Padre Pio For those wishing to attend St Padre Pio Sunday in Knock on Sunday September 20, there will be a bus leaving Dundalk at 7am. Ring M Kennedy on 0429331150.

Bring a Buddy Night was the name of the game and with members of Dundalk Karate welcome to bring a buddy to training recently, Dundalk Karate started September off with Fun in the Dojo.

With Junior members of Dundalk Karate having recently returned to school, and with many friends and family organising afterschool activities for their children, this was an ideal opportunity to give everyone a chance to have a little taster of what Dundalk Karate is all about.

Dog micro-chip welcome LOCAL LSPCA inspector Fiona Squibb has welcomed the news that it will be a legal requirement for all dogs to be microchipped starting from April 1st 2016.

It is hoped that the move to make micro-chipping compulsory will see a drastic reduction in the number of animals being destroyed in the pound. According to Fiona mandatory registration and certification will also help families identify whether they are getting a puppy from a reputable breeder as well as making it easier to return lost dogs to their owners.

“At the moment it’s a bit chaotic as vets and veterinary nurses are the only people officially allowed to insert a microchip.

From September 1 any puppy

less than 12 weeks old must be micro-chipped and from April 1 all dogs will have to get it done”, explained Fiona.

“As the new system is only getting going now and given that there is new documentation and new databases to be set up it’s a bit chaotic at the minute but I’m hopeful once we get the system up and running this will be a good thing for all dogs and their owners.

There are currently courses going on for lay people to insert the chips which will ease the pressure on veterinary surgery’s.

“It’s up to owners to ensure that the correct data for their micro-chipped dog is registered on an approved database and they will receive a new certifi-

cate which they will be asked to produce by a warden. Failure to do so will result in a fine. Even if people have their dogs microchipped they still need to contact their local vet as they will need to receive a certificate.” ,explained Fiona.

A microchip is a tiny device about the size of a grain of rice that contains a unique 15 digit number. It is inserted using a sterile needle under the dog’s skin between the shoulder blades.

Owners of dogs found without a chip after April 2016 will have a short time to have the procedure carried out. If a dog warden comes across an unchipped dog the owners will face fines of up to €5,000 per animal.

Bilingual culture night in Dundalk library on Friday A bilingual Culture Night in Dundalk Library promises the best in traditional music and song as brilliant fiddle playing contrasts with the evocative stillness of the early Irish harp. Interspersed with songs from the rich Oriel tradition, local singer and author, Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin will be joined by two of Oriel’s finest musicians - fiddle player Niall Murphy and wire strung harpist Sylvia Crawford.

Kindly suppported by Oireachtas na Gaeilge, Foras na Gaeilge and the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht The event takes place on Friday September 18 at 6.30pm in the Dundalk Library, Roden Place, Dundalk Numbers are limited so please book at issue desk. The event is free of charge. Tel: 9353190 or email: libraryhelpdesk@ louthcoco.ie

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Over to you Question: Are you happy with Ireland’s response to the refugee crisis?

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Michael Stark

Brendan Connolly

Dylan Lynch

Cian Kelly

Elaine McGrath

It’s all well and good saying we’ll take 4000 in but there must be a plan to deal with this influx and make sure that we are equipped to deal with the situation.

I think we should help them in any way that we can. If we were in the same boat we would like to think somebody would reach out to us.

I think they were saying we were going to take 1800 refugees in at first but then it got upgraded to 4000. I think maybe we could be helping a little bit more.

I think that we should try to help our own out first before taking anybody else in. There are thousands of homeless people crying out for help.

My feeling is we need to look after our own first.

There are so many issues we need to deal with at home before bringing refugees into the country.

Top entertainers coming to the Spirit Store The Spirit Store will host a benefit night for Dundalk Refugee Crisis Appeal on Friday September 18 with Bobby McCarthy, Orwells 84, Almost Ghosts, Lauren Murphy, Peter Doran and more to be added. Tickets €10. Huge thanks to all the artists who are taking part in this event.

On the same night Backroom Bashment will perform downstairs for free.

On Saturday 19 the Juicebox Comedy Club is upstairs, free from 8pm. This is a free show featuring emerging comedians from Ireland’s comedy underground. Starting at 9pm, The

Spirit Store welcomes you to become part of the scene. To book a slot email juiceboxcomedy@gmail.com.

On Friday Septmber 25 the Spirit Store will host Just Mustard + Guests. Admission is €5.

Just Mustard are a band based in Dundalk, combining elements of alternative rock, dream pop, noise, shoegaze and trip hop. Their debut gig last month was a stunner.

First single Lemon Smiles came out on August 28, with 3 part LP coming soon.

The following evening will see Angry Chair + Still Alive, with tickets €10 With a string of gigs under

Peter Doran will be appearing in The Spirit Store on October 1

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Also it has recently been announced that on Thursday October 1, Peter Doran will perform downstairs for free at 9pm.

The Mullingar SingerSongwriter will perform songs from his new album “Outlines”.

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Family Notices novena 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. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days.

Promise publication and favours will be granted. (never known to fail) P.G.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE KEVIN (VICTOR) MURRAY (BROTHER) There are Brothers Brothers who are wise Those who are good friends Those who do advise There are Brothers who are loveable Brothers who are fun And then there was you Victor You are all of these in one Today, tomorrow, my whole life through I will always love and remember you

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

Taaffe 77th BIRTHDAY In loving memory of my Husband Paddy whose Birthday occurs on 20th September.

Birthday wishes we send today to a star in the sky not far away, engraved in gold on a cloud above, just for you Paddy with all my love.

Loving always. From Wife Teresa, Son Pat and Daughter in Law Catherina.

KEVIN (VICTOR) MURRAY (SON) whose Birthday occurs 20th September Partings come and hearts are broken Loved ones go with words unspoken Deep in our hearts there's a memory kept For a son we love and never forget Sad are the hearts that loved you Sad are the tears that fall But living our lives without you Is the saddest part of all Happy Birthday Son, miss and love you so much from your Mam and Dad. XXX

Happy Birthday Victor, love and miss you loads. From your Sister Anita, Godson Aaron and Partner Gus. XXX KEVIN (VICTOR) MURRAY (BROTHER) When you lose someone special The hurt is hard to hide But when it is your Brother The pain goes deep inside I wish that I could see you For just a smile or two You could tell me you were happy Then I could be happy too Happy Birthday Bro, love and miss you so much, your Sister Jackie, Brother in law Sean and nephews Sean, Christopher and Jason. XXX.

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

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Telephone Dundalk Leader 042 93 -20888 HOUSE AND SHOP TO RENT – In busy main thoroughfare. Free parking. Oil fired central heating. Three bedrooms. In very good condition. 086 056 6194

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ARTICLESarticles FOR SALE for sale BEDS & FURNITURE DIRECT—Beds, mattresses, wardrobes, chests, lockers, pine beds etc., also furniture removals call 086 870 4908 anytime.

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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 GOLD FABRIC SUITE - 3+2+1 GOLD FABRIC SUITE. Irish made, 18 months old, immaculate condition. €750 o.n.o. Tel. 042 935 2885.

CLASSESclasses & COURSES & courses 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.

New classes starting in Kilcurry resource centre on Wed 19th Sept at 8pm. Beginners welcome. Contact 086 357 3271 for further information.

ON-GOING YOGA CLASSES at 8 Roden Place. Thursdays 5.45pm - 55's and over, 7.00pm - beginners & improvers. 6 wks €50, drop in €10. Free trials. Contact: 085 7347133, yogawell@gmail.com

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LINE DANCING – New beginners class, in the Lisdoo, Dundalk. Wednesday 16th September @ 7.30pm. Contact 0878506576 GUITAR LESSONS : An Easy Beginner Guitar Course For Adults starting in Spiritstore September 21st on Monday nights 7.30-8.30pm 10 week course (€10 per lesson).

Relaxed friendly atmosphere with experienced teacher.Learn songs by U2, GunsNRoses, Thin Lizzy, Beatles, Rolling Stones, Elvis and many more.

Contact Marcus : 087-2186127 for details.

Free 8 week course in Ait Na Daoine, Muirhevnamor, Dundalk. Law, Nutrition and Local History, Wednesdays from 10am to 12 noon, starting soon, for further details contact Christina 086 0754664 KEYBOARD CLASSES - Now available in a number of Primary Schools in Co. Louth.

From 5yrs -13yrs. After School, Students learn how to play and read music, develop musicianship skills and have fun learning modern songs while following a syllabus. www.schoolkeylessons.com or email: info@ schoolkeylessons.com Tel:Patricia McCreesh 086 836 8794.

CHIMNEY CLEANER - The Clean sweep, clean & tidy, no dust. Brush & Vac. Also gutter cleaning. Contact - Cathal 087-225-9799 LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE GIFT? Create a personalised newspaper page to celebrate a special occasion - birthday, anniversary, birth, sporting success etc. Contact 086 772 6324 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.

Complete bathroom refurbishment, painting, decorating , wall & floor tiling. All types of roof repairs. Contact anytime, on 087 260 2501.

TIME 2 SHINE : Cleaning Services, Commercial and Domestic Cleaning for Windows, Fascia & Soffit, Gutter Clearing, House & Office Cleaning, Chimney & Stove Cleaning, Oil burner service. General Maintenance Tel 085 145 9854 or www.time2shine.ie DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE—MoneyGram Money Transfer; Pay Household Bills; Payzone/Postpoint; Buy Stamps; Phone Topups; 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 MonSat). Call 042 933 9922/937 0101; www. dundalkbureaudechange.com – Accepting All Major Credit and Debit Cards.

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

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Specializing in Re-Let & Spring Cleaning.

Fully insured. For a free quotation contact Everkleen 042 9352717 / 087 6873188, www.everkleenservices.ie 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 TILER AVAILABLE—Experienced local tiler to carry out all types of tile work - marble, granite, porcelain. Indoors and out. Call 087387-8995 for free quote.

DUNDALK COMPUTER REPAIR CENTRE— We fix PCs, laptops, ipads, and iphones. All computer services. Includes new antivirus and microsoft office. Free callout service. No fix no fee! 9am to 10pm. 7 days a week. Call Gerard 085 128 6436.042 932 8301 GRIMLEY’S DUBLIN ST. DUNDALK—TV aerials, satellite, Freeview & Saorview, new installations, sales & repairs. 042 935 4343.

A-ALTERATIONS – For all your clothing alteration needs. Hems on school trousers €4.95. Zips in trousers €10.50. Have your dry-cleaning done with us. 042-933 3380.

LONG WALK SHOPPING CENTRE. RING-A-DRINK -Northend Bar 933 7229 drinks delivery service daily 5pm-10pm prompt and efficient service All major cards accepted.

ACE GARDEN SERVICES – Tree topping, felling, hedge trimming. RUBBISH REMOVALS – Garage clearance, House & Garden refuse. Permit holder. Contact : Tom 0857205-805 WE CAN DISTRIBUTE your leaflets from €65 + vat per thousand Phone Dundalk Leader 042 932 0888 ALL ROOFING REPAIRS : All roofing repairs, we fix gutters, fascia & soffit, all broken tiles, slates, ridge and banger blue and torch –on. We fit Crow Guards for chimney pots.

All work guaranteed, 25 years experience, free quotations Tel Paul 086 818 4827 TILER AVAILABLE: Over 20 years experience. Kitchen floors, walls and bathrooms.

Call 087-707-1392 for free quote.

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 CONTRACT CLEANERS : Will clean Office’s, Houses, B & B’S, Hairdressers etc. Dundalk area. Competitive rates. References available. Contact : Audrey 087-958-1747 or www.whistlecleandundalk.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 ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES SERVICED : Washing machines, hobs, ovens, tumble driers etc. Phone Gerry 087 463 5427.

GATES & RAILINGS : Made to order gates & railings, rot iron, teak and mahogany. Great prices. Free quotes. Contact : Gerard 0851826-397 THAI MASSAGE THERAPY : For Thai style deep massage that can help to relieve tension and pain. Ladies and Gents all welcome.

At 3 Roden Place Dundalk Co.Louth 083-843 2554 / 087 757 0006.

Or www.thaimassagetherapy-ie.com BUILDING STONE : Building Stone for sale.

Lovely quality natural sandstone handpicked & delivered, also old limestone & sandstone from old buildings. Contact Dave 087 663 8501 WATER LEAK / DAMPNESS DETECTION - Domestic plumbing leaks and dampness problems located. Detect before you dig.

Mike 087 266 4224.

CLEANING: Carpet, sofa, armchair, mattress and car seat cleaning. 100% eco friendly cleaning with AMWAY. 087 126 6152. tuvapor@mail.com/atspole5@inbox.pl GERRY’S UPHOLSTERY SERVICE – Suites/ Antique Furniture. Replaced and re-covered.

Better than new. 086-080 0788 CARPENTER AVAILABLE – 28 years experience. Doors, floors, shelving, flat packs, side gates, fencing, loft ladders etc. Also tiling, painting, wallpapering. Quality finish. For a free quote call Des 087 618 0150.

Special Services special services CHIMNEY & STOVE CLEANING – Inspection and repair. Tel Paul McArdle 0429332491 / 0876660094. 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. 8 Park St (Open 7 Days, 8am -11pm) & 4 Linenhall St (Open Mon-Sat) - Call 042 933-9922/9370101; www.dundalkbureaudechange.com.

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PERFECT FIT ALTERATIONS—For all your sewing needs. Curtains, Hems, Zips & Repairs. 10% off for Slimming World members.

Castletown Road: Tel: 042 932 7837.

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

ITEMS WANTED articles wanted

TEMPEST ANNUAL’S : Tempest Annuals and old Dundalk memorabilia wanted. Contact : 087-768-3547 JOB VACANCY situations vacant

MACHINE DRIVERS - Dumper Drivers, Teleporter Drivers, Groundworkers, Electricians, Carpenters, General Operatives, Painters. All Plant & MEWP Operators, all Tradesmen & All Professional Construction staff required for Louth Pracownicy Budowlani z safe passem potrzebni . Send CV to cv@clsrecruitment.ie DRIVERS WANTED – Three Cabs looking for P.S.V. drivers & owner drivers for immediate start. Contact Robert : 086-254-1591 HOUSE SWAPhouse swop

HOUSE SWAP : Council house swap wanted, location Blackrock Road area. 3 Bedroom for 3 Bedroom house. Preferred areas Quay area, Avenue Rd, , or Seatown area Contact : 086-153-3286 SITUATIONS VACANT WANTED situations

CLEANER AVAILABLE – Reliable, experienced and hard working. Phone 086-2376495.

CLEANER AVAILABLE - to clean house/office. Flexible & quick. Also painter available.

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DOG SITTING – Enjoy your holidays, animal lover available to mind your dog in their own home. Will bring dog to their bed or whatever they prefer. All activities and walks provided to ensure their stay is welcoming. Also Dog walking available anytime. Reasonable rates – Contact Maria : 087-406-4106 LOST CAR KEYSlost keys

CAR KEYS – Car keys lost on Friday 4th Sept in Long Walk Shopping Centre or Town Centre. Contact 042-93-20888

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A LECTURE series to commemorate the 1916 Rising will commence in Ardee on Monday September 21 with a Mass in St Catherine’s Church, Ballapousta at 7pm in memory of Eamon Ceannt, Joseph Dolan and all deceased members of 1916 .

There will be a graveside ceremony immediately after Mass at the grave of Joseph Dolan Nationally renowned Uilleann piper Néillidh Mulligan’s will be performing. Declared to be ‘one of Ireland’s finest living players’ and ‘a classic piper’.

The event will then move to the Day Care Centre, Market Street, Ardee, for a lecture on the Life and Times of Eamon Ceannt and Joseph Dolan at 8pm.

Family descendent of Eamon Ceannt, Mary Gallagher will deliver the Eamon Ceannt lec-

ture. Rosemary King Librarian/historian will deliver the Joseph Dolan lecture.

Eamon Ceannt attended school in Ardee.

His father was an RIC officer in the town during that period. He was a signatory of the 1916 proclamation.

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Joseph Dolan ran a successful commercial business in Ardee. He played a significant and understated role in the 1916 Rising and the fight for freedom.

All welcome to the event oerganised by Dundalk and District Old IRA.

Maiden Voyage Visitors to Annagassan beach got a rare treat last week when they witnessed the maiden voyage of a Neolithic design currach.

The currach was constructed under the guidance of Claidhbh Ó Gibne from the Boyne Currach Centre and it is believed that this type of boat brought materials up the Boyne to build the monument at Newgrange.

It is made of leather and wood, including the hide of 90 cattle. It took five years to make.

Death Notices John McDonagh, Rathcoole, Dublin / Dundalk, suddenly, at home on Friday September 11. Beloved husband of the late Bridget and dear father of Winnie, Cathleen, William and Tony. He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing daughters, sons, their families, relatives and friends.

Fr John (Jackie) FINN , Moorehall Lodge, Ardee, Louth / Armagh, Pastor Emeritus of Louth Parish, peacefully at Moorehall Lodge on Saturday September 12. Fr John, predeceased by his sister Kitty, sadly missed by his sister Eileen Hamill, nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, brother-inlaw Vinnie, relatives and friends, Archbishop Eamon Martin, Cardinal Brady, Bishop Clifford, the priests of the Archdiocese of Armagh and his former parishioners.

Mary Sharon McDonagh, Dundalk, peacefully, at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin on Thursday September 10. Beloved daughter of Nora and Tom, dear sister of John, Karen and Maggie and loving mother of Thomas. She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing parents, brother, sisters, son, partner Noel Toner, uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Hugh (Hughie) Riddell, Meadow Grove, Dundalk, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, on Saturday September 12. Pre-deceased by his wife Ann lovingly remembered by his family Maurice and Kathleen McCabe and family of Lennon Melia Tce, Dundalk, and by his relatives friends and neighbours.

Sheila McNally (née Mulvaney), Knockbridge, Dundalk, and formerly of Sligo, peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Friday September 11. Sheila predeceased by her husband John and

grandson Darren. Very deeply regretted by her loving sons Michaél, Sean, Gerard, Brendan, Noel, Raymond, Leo, Declan and Ronan, daughter Mairéad Mulligan (Killeshandra Co. Cavan), brother Leo, sisters Peggy, May and Josephine, son in-law, daughters in-law, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family relatives, neighbours and friends.

Dora Menary (née Blackburn) , Lurgan / Dundalk, peacefully, at Craigavon Area Hospital on Friday September 11. She will be sadly missed by her family in Dundalk son Joe, daughter-in-law Kathleen, grandchildren Kelly, Joanne, John, Christopher and Robert, great-grandchildren Caitlin, Leah, Aislinn, PJ, Levi, Alexie Jane, Noah and Patrick, relatives and friends.

Loretta Curran (née Morgan), Forest Park Dromintee, and formerly of McSwiney St, Dundalk, peacefully in St John’s Hospice Newry on Thursday September 10. Loretta much loved wife of the late Neil and dear mother of Michael, Christopher, Jerome and Tyronne. Deeply regretted by her sons, daughters-in-law, Jan, Nadine, Julie and Lyndsey, grandchildren Caitlin, Morgan, Lia, Callum, Fraser, and Arran, brothers Paddy, Michael, John, Gerald, Harry, Brendan, Dessie and Kenneth, sisters Maureen, Peggy and Geraldine, brothers-in-law, sistersin-law, nephews, nieces relatives and friends.

Marie Mulholland (née Duffy) Jenkinstown, Dundalk peacefully in St Luke’s Hospital, Dublin, on Thursday September 10.

Marie, much loved wife of Eugene and dear mother of Kyle and Shauna and loving daughter of Paul Duffy. Deeply regretted by her husband, son, daughter, father,

brothers Gerard, Seamus and Kevin, sister Antoinette, mother-in-law May Mulholland, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncle and aunts Padraig, Evelyn and Josephine Fennessy, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives and many friends.

John Joe McArdle, Mullavalley, Ard Patrick, Louth Village, peacefully in the Louth County Hospital in his 102year on Wednesday September 9. John Joe (The Red McArdle) beloved husband of the late Ettie (nee Mackin) and dear father of John, Bridget, Vincent and Martin. Deeply regretted by his sons, daughter, grandchildren, great-granddaughter, daughters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Annie McCoy (née McCaul), Thomas Street, Dundalk, peacefully, in the tender and dedicated care of the staff of Louth County Hospital, surrounded by her family on Wednesday September 9. Beloved wife of the late Michael, dear mother of Bridgena (Waring), Catherine (Lennon), Peter, John and Michael and adored nana of Richard, Conor, Seán, Shane and the late David. She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing daughters, sons, daughters-in-law Christine and Riona, sons-in-law Noel and Peter, grandchildren, relatives and friends.

Maura O’Brien (née Cunningham), Belfry Avenue, Dundalk, peacefully, in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, surrounded by her family, on Sunday September 6. Beloved wife of the late Jack and dear mother of Jacinta and Matt. She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing daughter, son, son-in-law Michael (Sweeney), daughter-in-law Moyra, grandchildren Julie, Cheryl, Peter and Michael, Barry and Robert, great-grandson Peter, brother Peter, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and friends.

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Motor insurance premiums are now expected to jump by at least 30 per cent this year, according to The AA. Motorists in Ireland have already been enduring a 20 per cent price hike so far.

The higher costs come amid a rise in claims but, acrange, it initiates braking automatically in cording to the AA, this is not case of a pending accident to reduce the the sole reason for premium risk of collision. At speeds of up to 24 mph hikes. it can bring the car to complete halt, at Director of Consumer Afspeeds up to 52 mph it tries to mitigate the fairs, Conor Faughnan expending doom by warning the driver the plains: “We know that there driver first, then if no action is taken it will is more traffic on the road automatically brake. which adds to risk but not There are also systems that can avoid enough to explain price rises accidents, where for example when turning this large,” says Conor. “We across traffic it will prevent the car from also know that the insurance moving into the path of the oncoming vehi- industry collectively has cle. It can also warning passengers and the been charging too little for driver of opening the doors when bicycles, insurance over a number of years. That was not sustainetc are approaching from the rear.

AUDI Q7 CRASH TEST

The new Audi Q7 has scored five stars in the latest Euro NCAP tests.

It scored 94% for adult occupancy, 88% child occupancy, 70% for pedestrian protection and 76% for safety assist.

This compares to the new Volvo XC90 which was recently tested and scored an overall five stars, broken down into 97% for adult occupancy, 87% child occupancy, 72% for pedestrian protection and 100% for safety assist.

The new seven seater Q7 can accommodate up to six child seats, all secured with ISOFix fixings and top tether points.

Pre sense city is an emergency brake assist system that is standard across the Q7

INSURANCE PRICE JUMP NOW PREDICTED TO REACH 30% able and some element of correction is needed.

“But it’s not fully clear how much the cost of each individual claim is going up by and this is where insurers need to be more open with their data,” adds Conor.

An increase in the maximum personal injury award to €60,000 that can be made by the Circuit Court has appeared to prompt more people to make their case through the court system.

The AA is now calling for a fuller sharing of information by insurance companies related to the cost of the claims they are settling.

“We are being told that the industry is seriously worried about an increase in the typical injury award,” says

Conor. “However, it would help everyone to understand that if insurers produced data to prove it. We know of recent individual cases where awards appeared extremely high, but we need more than anecdotes and examples.”

Meanwhile, the ongoing problem of fraudulent claims has been adding between €50 and €60 to each individual policy, claims The AA. “One factor we are sure about is fraud,” says Conor. “A tougher stance on the part of the Government is necessary, as well as the enabling of better Gardaí detection resources. It is not fair to expect ordinary motorists to keep paying for the cost of chancers and fraudsters.”

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CAR, VAN & 4x4 SERVICING & REPAIR

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he Lamborghini Huracan LP-6104 Spyder will be unveiled at this week’s Frankfurt Motor Show before going on sale in the spring of 2016.

It is powered by the same engine as the Coupe a normally aspirated 5.2-litre V10 developing 602 bhp @ 8,250 rpm / 560 Nm @ 6,500 rpm. This will propel the all-wheeldrive Huracan Spyder via its 7-speed LDF dual-clutch transmission from 0-62 mph in 3.4 seconds – 124 mph in 10.2 seconds and then on to a top speed of 201 mph –making it slightly slowe CO2 emissions are recorded at 285 g/km with fuel consumption on the combined cy-

cle of 22.9 mpg.

The roof can be electronically lowered in around 17 seconds at speeds of up to 31 mph – there is the option of black, brown and red hoods to match the eleven body work colours – which are extended by the Ad Personam individualization program to add five more colours – including matt factory finishes.

Standard equipment includes LED headlights, rear LED lights, 20-inch Giano wheels and Lamborghini’s Infotainment System II plus there is the option of a Sensonum sound system and dynamic steering.

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Fish Fresh Fillet Cod............................................€5.00 Fish Fingers (each).....................................€0.60 Cod Portion..................................................€3.50 chicken Chicken Nuggets (6)..................................€3.30 Roast Breast Chicken.................................€4.60 Home Made Chicken Goujons...............€5.50 Mini Box (1 Fillet and Chips)...................€4.60 Snack Box (2 Fillets and Chips)..............€6.90 baguette Chicken Fillet Baguette............................€4.50 Chip Baguette with Curry Sauce...........€3.00 Kebabs & Wraps Chicken Kebab............................................€4.90 Donor Kebab................................................€4.90 Sweet Chilli Chicken Wrap......................€3.50 Chicken and Bacon Wrap.........................€4.20 burger House Special Burger................................€4.80

A. Spare Ribs.................................................€5.50 (with Honey. BBQ, or Peking Sauce) B. Salted Chilli Boneless Baby Ribs.......€5.50 C. Salted Chilli Chicken Wings................€4.50 C1. Salted Chilli Boneless Chicken Wings..€4.50 D. Honey and Lemon Chicken Wings..€4.50 D1. Boneless Chicken Wings...................€4.50

Chicken..........................................................€7.20 Beef..................................................................€7.20 Pork..................................................................€7.20 Prawn..............................................................€8.50 Duck................................................................€9.50 House Special..............................................€8.80 Mix Vegetable..............................................€6.50 1. Stir Fry with Lin’s Curry Sauce 2. Stir Fry with Chopsuey Sauce and Season Veg 3. Stir Fry with Creamy Garlic Sauce and Irish Mushrooms 4. Stir Fry with Creamy Garlic Sauce and Broccoli 5. Stir Fry with Creamy Garlic Sauce and Cashew Nut 6. Stir Fry with Black Bean Sauce and Green Pepper 7. Stir Fry with Black Pepper Sauce 8. Stir Fry with Sweet Chilli and Hot Garlic Sauce 9. Stir Fry with Szechuan Sauce 10. Stir Fry with Satay Sauce 11. Stir Fry with Fresh Ginger and Spring Onions 12. Stir Fry with Cantonese Sauce 13. Stir Fry with Kung Po Sauce 14. Stir Fry with Fresh Chilli and Scallion 15. Lin’s Deep Fried Hot Spicy Chicken sweet & Sour Dishes 16. Sweet & Sour King Prawn.................€8.50 17. Sweet & Sour Chicken........................€7.50 18. Sweet & Sour Pork...............................€7.50 king do dishes (Peking) 19. Special Combination in King Do Sauce ..........................................................................€8.50 20. Roast Duck in King Do Sauce..........€9.80 21. Deep Fried King Prawn in King Do Sauce...€8.80 22. Deep Fried Chicken in King Do Sauce...€7.80 23. Deep Fried Pork in King Do Sauce.€7.80 24. Stir Fry Beef in King Do Sauce.........€7.80

25. Deep Fried Shredded.........................€7.50

(with Cheese, Bacon and Egg)

Chicken Fillet Burger.................................€4.20 Cheese Burger.............................................€3.50 Bacon Cheese Burger................................€4.20 1/4 Pounder with Cheese........................€3.80 1/2 Pounder with Cheese........................€4.90 Fish Burger....................................................€3.50 Spice Burger.................................................€2.00 Salad Bap.......................................................€1.90 Kids Burger....................................................€2.50 Chicken Burger............................................€3.50 Batter Burger................................................€2.50 kids meals K1. Kids Chicken Ball Meal.......................€4.00 K2. Kids Chicken Nugget Meal...............€4.00 K3. Kids Chicken Goujon Meal...............€4.00 K4. Kids Burger Meal..................................€4.00 K5. Kids Sausage Meal..............................€4.00 All Kids Meal served with Chips and Choice of Dips Curry, Gravy, Sweet and Sour Sauce or BBQ Sauce

special box No 1. 2 Chicken Ball, 1 Spring Roll, 1 Rib & Chips................................€5.80 No 2. 8 Chicken Ball, Chips/ Fried Rice........................€6.80 No 3. 2 Chicken Goujons, 1 Spicy Roll, 1 Chicken Skewer & Chips.............€6.50 (Choice of sauce Curry, Gravy, Sweet & Sour Sauce or BBQ)

side orders

Chips ............medium 2.50.........large 2.80 Curry/Gravy......small 3.00...........large 3.80 Chips Cheese Chips ..small 3.00............large 3.80 Coleslaw ..........small 3.00...........large 3.80 •Taco Chips...........................................4.80

(Choice of Sweet & Sour. Sweet Chilli or Honey Sauce)

E. Chicken Skewers in Satay Sauce.......€5.00 F. Salted Chilli King Prawn.......................€7.80 G. Salted Chilli Shredded Chicken........€5.00 H. Salted Chilli Mini Chicken Balls........€5.00 I. Crispy Chicken in Garlic Butter Sauce.....€5.50 J. Mix Vegetable Rolls (2)..........................€3.00 K. Spring Rolls (2)........................................€3.00 L. Spicy Chicken Rolls (2).........................€3.50 M. Chicken and Cheese Rolls (2)...........€3.50 N. Crispy Wonton (8)..................................€5.00 (with Sweet and Sour Sauce Dip)

O. Aromatic Duck 1/4 Duck €8.90 .1/2 Duck...€15.90 (served with Salad, Pancakes and Hoi Sin Sauce)

P. House Special Appetizer................... €11.00 (with Sweet and Sour Dip, 2 Spring Rolls, 2 Ribs, 2 Chicken Skewers, 2 Prawn Toast) Q. Yuk Sung (Iceberg Lettuce and Minced Chicken). €7.20

R. Prawn Toast..............................................€5.00 S. Chicken Noodle Soup...........................€3.00 T. Chicken Sweet Corn Soup...................€3.00 U. Hot and Sour Soup...............................€3.50 V. Won Ton Soup.........................................€4.00 W. Tom Yum Soup.......................................€4.50 X. Crab Meat and Sweet Corn Soup.....€3.50 (Main Course, numbers 1-33 includes boiled rice or fried rice or home made chips no extra charge) Half/Half or Noodles € 1 extra Excluding Chow Mein Dishes and Fried Rice Dishes Most dishes contain garlic if you are allergic to any ingredients including nuts please inform staff

•Garlic Cheesy Chips.............................4.20 •Bacon Cheesy Chips............................4.80 •Sausage (each)...................................0.80 •Batter Sausage (each).........................1.40 •Home Made Onion Rings....................2.60 •Hot Dog..............................................3.50 •Garlic Mushrooms...............................2.50 •Potato Croquette (each)......................0.50 •Potato Wedges....................................3.00 •Coleslaw ..........small 1.50.........large 2.00 •Taco Sauce..........................................1.70 •Garlic Mayo.........................................1.50

extra portions •Boiled Rice ......small 2.00..........large 2.60 •Fried Rice ........small 2.20..........large 3.20 •Fried Noodles ..small 3.00..........large 4.00 •Curry/Gravy......small 3.00.........large 3.60 Boiled Rice •Curry/Gravy ....small 3.00..........large 3.80

extra portions

Fried Rice •3-in-1 ...............small 3.00........large 3.80 (Fried Rice, Chips and Curry/Gravy Sauce) •4-in-1 .............small 4.50..........large 6.00 (Crispy Chicken, Fried Rice, Chips and Curry/ Gravy Sauce)

•Chicken Balls (8)..small 2.50......large 4.80 •Chips ............medium 2.50........large 2.80 •Salted Chilli Chips...............................4.00 •Stir Fry Mix Vegetables.......................4.50 •Stir Fry Mushrooms.............................3.50 •Stir Fry Beansprouts............................3.50 •Stir Fry Broccoli...................................3.80 •Stir Fry Onions....................................3.00 •Prawn Crackers...................................1.00 •Choice of Sauce ..small 2.00.......large 3.00

(Curry, Gravy, Sweet and Sour, BBQ, Black Bean, Black Pepper, Honey and Chilli, King Do or Satay Sauce)

Set Meal For Sweet Lover (2) €24.00 Honey & Lemon Spare Ribs Chicken Sweet Corn Soup Chicken Cheese Rolls Sweet & Sour Chicken Shredded Chicken in Chilli Honey Sauce Fried Rice Set Meal For Spicy Lover (2) €24.00 Salt Chilli Baby Ribs (No Bones) Chicken Sweet Corn Soup Spicy Chicken Rolls Breast Chicken Curry Fresh Chilli Chicken Fried Rice

Chicken or Beef with Honey and Chilli Sauce

26. Deep Fried Chicken............................€7.50 with Pineapple Sauce

27. Deep Fried Chicken............................€7.50 with Plum Sauce or Orange Sauce or Lemon Sauce

28. Roast Duck with Plum........................€9.80 Sauce or Orange Sauce or Lemon Sauce

FILLET BEEF DISHES €11.80 29. Fillet Beef Pieces with Green Pepper and Black Bean Sauce 30. Fillet Beef Pieces with Black Pepper Sauce 31. Fillet Beef Pieces with Fresh Ginger and Spring Onions 32. Fillet Beef Pieces with Szechuan Sauce 33. Fillet Beef Pieces Cantonese Style Chow Mein dishes 34. House Special Chow Mein................€8.50 35. Chicken Chow Mein............................€7.50 36. Beef Chow Mein...................................€7.50 37. King Prawn Chow Mein.....................€8.80 38. Mix Vegetable Chow Mein...............€6.50 39. Singapore Chow Mein (Dry)............€7.80 40. Singapore Rice Noodle (Dry)...........€7.80 Fried Rice Dishes 41. House Special Fried Rice...................€8.20 42. Chicken Fried Rice...............................€7.20 43. Beef Fried Rice......................................€7.20 44. Pork Fried Rice......................................€7.20 45. King Prawn Fried Rice........................€8.80 46. Duck Fried Rice.....................................€8.90 47. Mix Vegetable Fried Rice...................€6.50 48. Singapore Fried Rice..........................€7.80 european Dishes 49. Sliced Breast Chicken Supper.........€6.00 served with Chips. Peas, Onions and Gravy Sauce

50. Sausage Supper...................................€5.00 served with Chips, Peas, Onions and Gravy Sauce

51. Chicken Omelette...............................€7.50 served with Chips or Fried Rice 52. King Prawn Omelette.........................€8.80 served with Chips or Fried Rice

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