17-08-2022

DUNDALK’S FREE NEWSPAPER Liam’s walking tours a big hit

Councillor invites Irish Water to meeting Page 4

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Stroll in memory of Joan Brady Page 10

Wednesday, 17th August, 2022. Vol. 15, Issue 33 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth

Cautious optimism as high-rise plan rejected Tel: 042 9320888. Fax: 042 9329676. Email: editorial@dundalkleader.com; advertising@dundalkleader.com

By Tamara O’Connell

A RESIDENT in Muirhevnamor has said he “cautiously welcomes” a decision by Louth County Council to reject planning permission for a new high-rise building in Dundalk.

Kyle Flood from Grange Close has lived in Muirhevnamor for over 40 years and was one of a number of residents who objected to the development.

He said that it’s “good” that plans for the proposed development in Grange Close, off Tom Bellew Avenue have been rejected.

“It was a plan for a six or seven storey building to build 19 apartments. It was ridiculous.

It was never going to be passed,” said Kyle.

“There was a planning permission meeting held on 11 August in Louth County Council and it was rejected then.

“I got a notification in writing yesterday (Monday, 15 August) stating that the proposed plan had been rejected.”

Kyle added: “It was out of scale as far as I understand. The community did not want something of that nature built in the area.”

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Simply The Best!

Katie George Dunleavy and Eve McCrystal won their sixth World Championship in Canada last weekend. The unstoppable duo won a tandem gold in the Para-Cycling Road World Championships as well as a silver medal in the time trial.

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Cautious optimism as high-rise plan rejected From Page 1 Louth County Council outlined three reasons for rejecting the proposed plan in the letter that was sent to residents such as Kyle.

The first point stated that the proposed development of a part six and seven storey building would be contrary to national policy provisions regarding the creation of sustainable residential communities and the general provisions of the Sustainable Urban Design, Guidelines for Planning Authorities and the accompanying Urban Design Manual.

The second point out-

The planning authority expressed concerns about the proposed residential high-rise building. lined that it is an objective of national policy as set out in the “Sustainable urban Housing – Design Standards for New Apartments Guidelines for Planning Authorities (March 2018)”, to ensure the provision of well-designed communal amenity space to

meet the amenity needs of residents.

The third and final point stated that the Planning Authority has serious concerns regarding the future residential amenity of the proposed apartments due to the absence of any public/ communal open space,

car parking or designated bin and bulky storage areas to serve future occupants.

“The problem that I noticed is that the three reasons given for the refusal did not mention concerns held by the residents such as lack of privacy if the devel-

opment was built,” said Kyle.

“Also, Muirhevnamor is built on marsh land and a development such as that would need to be underpinned and that could have consequences for residents and their homes.

“Residents are afraid

that the underpinning could cause structural damage to their homes.

There is also a creche right next door and the government requires that the children must go outside at least once per day. How can children go outside to play when there are demolition works taking place?”

He continued: “There are also busy roads in the area serving two schools and a church.

We are happy with this decision but we feel it’s not the end.

“The developers could come up with a new plan and bring it before Louth County Council in the future.”

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It was six of the best for Eve McCrystal and her cycling partner Katie George Dunlevy who won tandem gold in the Para-Cycling Road World Championship in Bale-Comeau, Canada last weekend.

The unstoppable duo have now won an unbelievable six world championships together and look in great shape with the paralympics in Paris on the horizon in 2024.

Eve and Katie will be hoping to retain the title they won at the last paralympics in Tokyo but that all depends

Eve and Katie stormed to victory in the Road Race at the Para-Cycle World Championships. if Jenkinstown native McCrystal decides to extend her career for one last shot at a major championships.

The 43-year-old has remained coy over her plans for Paris and has insisted she is just taking it one race at a time at the moment before making any decisions.

Katie George Dunlevy is based in Crawley, West Sussex and

has a background in rowing, she has a visual impairment. Eve McCrystal is one of Ireland’s best cyclists having won multiple individual titles.

In Para-cycling the stoker (Katie George) is the rider with the visual impairment sitting on the back of the bike, with the pilot (Eve) steering the bike.

As well as winning

gold in the road race the duo, who have been together for nine years, also won a silver in Friday’s time trial. Speaking after her latest world championship success Eve expressed her delight at winning the gold although admitted there was disappointment that they fell just short in the time trial.

“As a team we have

had a great weekend.

The Time Trial on Friday even though we got a silver medal we were disappointed. I didn’t have a good ride.

I have had a different lead in to these worlds than any other year. In hindsight I needed to do more specific time trial work. The TT requires time in that position I just didn’t get that work in. Usually

after the Paralympic Games there is a transition year but this year we had to hit the ground running as events this year already counted for Paris qualification,” explained Eve. “I was confident I could ride a good road race so I was able to put that disappointment from the TT to bed and focus quickly on the next race. Thankfully it all came together and we won. We had a plan executed perfectly and got the rainbow Jersey.

It doesn’t always happen that way so for it to fall into place at the World Championships was amazing. As for Paris I have always said I will take each race as it comes my next one is Track Worlds in Paris in 7 weeks. So now I switch my focus to that,” stated Eve.

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Liam’s history walks are a big hit The SEEK project from the BIDS Office in Dundalk has been a huge success with the various murals created by some of the world’s finest artists brightening up the town. Many historical figures and people from Dundalk’s past have been put on murals such as St Bridget, Peter Rice, Harry Tempest and Paul Kavanagh. These figures represent an important part of the telling of the history of our town and to accompany the murals the BIDS office via SEEK have organised walking tours in conjunction with the annual SEEK Festival to give people who may be locals or just visiting a better understanding of the people in the murals.

The man leading those tours is Liam Gaynor who has a real passion for his town and a huge interest in the history of Dundalk.

According to Liam his love for local history came from his parents especially his dad

Liam’s Walking Tours have been very popular with tourists.

Dermot Gaynor who was a member of the local archaeological and historical society.

Liam has followed in his father’s footsteps and is also a member of that society and he can often be seen, microphone in hand leading groups of people

on a walking tour of Dundalk.

“I love doing it,” enthused Liam. “The murals really make the tour to be honest. Without the murals there probably is no tour. It is absolutely incredible what they have done with the murals

all around town. It’s really worked out very well and I use them to give people a better idea of the people in the murals and the story behind them. I have got all sorts of people coming on the tours including a couple of Dutch tourists

who arrived in Dundalk on holiday last week who had absolutely no connection with the town. They wanted to find out a bit more about Dundalk and I was able to give them a few insights of the people and legends who helped make this town.

“It’s great to see tourists actually beginning to see Dundalk as a place to come and visit and we are seeing a lot more of that in recent years which is thanks I think to the great work done by the BIDS office. We also have local people coming along on the tours who might just want to find out a bit more about the town they live in and I like to give them some information about local architecture and places of interest around the town. I can remember getting an old history book when I was about 14 and I have been fascinated with local history ever since.

“I think everybody would agree that the

town has never looked so well and the Facades project where old buildings are being given a new lease of life with bright colours has also been fantastic to see. We will also have people moving into apartments above the shops soon which will bring more life to Clanbrassil St. in particular and it’s just great to see a bit of a buzz around this great town once more,” stated Liam.

The next walk with Liam takes place this Sunday at 11:30am.

Meeting point: In front of Dundalk Lighting on The Ramparts Road Start time: 11.30am, please arrive a few minutes in advance for registration. Duration: 1hr 20mins (ish).

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Local councillor suggests inviting Irish Water rep to municipal meeting to address concerns Local Fine Fail councillor Sean Kelly has suggested inviting a representative from Irish Water to the next Municipal District meeting in Dundalk to address rising concerns locally about the standard of drinking water around the town.

Discoloured water has been a running theme around Dundalk for many households over the past two summers in particular and in a letter sent to Cllr. Kevin Meenan, Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council.

“Given the prevalence of the above issue once again this year can I propose that we ask for a deputation from Irish Water to come before our next Municipal District meeting and address our concerns relating to water quality within the town and surrounding area.

“In particular some of the issues that need

to be addressed: 1—The ongoing works at Cavan Hill and how long the system will need to be flushed to clear all the remaining sediment and what areas are outstanding.

2—Why the brown water is persisting in some areas long after the period of flushing as we have been advised has concluded.

3—Why some areas have had water issues for several months now with no adequate response from Irish Water (we can provide a list in advance) 4—Why has this become a serious issue in recent years and what caused the situation to change that this is now becoming an annual event?

5—What plans do Irish Water have to avoid this going forward for next year and if they would consider a better communication strategy in the run up to

Cllr Sean Kelly. flushing works to alleviate public concern?

“I understand there is an Irish Water clinic offered in advance of county meetings (although this has happened less frequently since COVID) but I believe the level of public

concern re the water issue from our constituents in Dundalk require this to be a formal presentation followed by a question-and-answer session at our next MD. I welcome other Members feedback on this issue also,” concluded

Cllr. Kelly’s letter.

Last week in an update to customers Irish Water explained that they are continuing a flushing programme designed to prevent discolouration of water in the future.

“Irish Water, work-

DkIT have blamed the Covid-19 pandemic for a deficit of €2.4m for the last academic year.

A spokesperson for the college stated that they are working closely with the Higher Education Authority to ensure they return to a surplus position.

“The Institute’s commercial activities were heavily curtailed by the Covid-19 pandemic resulting in reduced revenue. Travel restrictions also had a detrimental effect on our international student community, placing further pressures on revenue streams. The Institute is pleased to report a rebound in both these

revenue streams in line with the relaxation of Covid 19 restrictions.

“The Institute is working closely with the HEA and a variety of other advisors to return to a surplus generating position. The Institute had accumulated reserves of €5.791 million at 31 August 2021.

“With regard to our student numbers; we are delighted to report that our total mentions from 31st May to 1st July increased by 2,248 (13%) and our 1st Preference mentions from 31st May to 1st July increased up by 340 (9.2% increase).

“With regard to our flexible learners, we are one of the fastest grow-

ing colleges in the country in terms of part-time/ flexible student numbers. There has been a 160 percent growth in the number of part-time students enrolling in DkIT since 2014. This compares to a national growth rate average of 38 percent. Even during the turbulence of COVID-19 we saw a surge of 25 percent growth in our student enrolments.

“We are busy working towards our Technological University metrics and have to date have been successful in both applications made under the Technological University Transformation Fund,” concluded the statement.

ing in partnership with Louth County Council, continues to progress a programme of watermains flushing to safeguard the water supply for customers in Dundalk and its environs.

These essential flushing works are required to clear manganese sediment from the distribution network and reduce the likelihood of future discolouration issues at the customer tap. These flushing activities are part of an overall action plan to address discolouration issues associated with high manganese levels found in the source water that feeds into Cavanhill water treatment plant. A programme of works at the Cavan Hill water treatment plant has already been carried out including the installation of an interim Manganese treatment system to reduce manganese levels in the final treated water.”

DkIT forecasts a deficit of €2.4m

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Women’s Aid

Women’s Aid Dundalk have expanded their services across the county by launching three brand new outreach clinics in Ardee, Carlingford and Omeath. The clinic will open once every month in all three locations and there is no appointment required to attend. The outreach clinics were launched in May and upcoming clinics will take place on the following dates: Ardee-Dee Hub on Monday 12th September and Monday 10th October between 10am and 12pm Omeath-The Dolmen Centre Monday 22nd August, Monday 19th September, Monday 17th October between 10am and 12pm; Carlingford-The Foy Centre Monday 29th August, Monday 26th September and Monday 24th October between 10am and 12pm.

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Plenty to do during National Heritage Week

National Heritage Week is taking place this week and will continue until Sunday August 21st. There are plenty of outdoor events for the family to enjoy as the Heritage Council bring back Heritage Week in person following a transition to online events during the pandemic.

Sustainable heritage and biodiversity are a big focus for this year’s events which began last Saturday.

Heritage Week takes place all over the country and is enjoyed by thousands of people each year. Here is a taste of what to expect around Co. Louth this week.

70th Anniversary of the closure of LNWR Railway in Greenore Village.-An event to mark the 70th anniversary of the closure of LNWR Railway in Greenore Village. A presentation of the Greenore Railway. Walk & Talk of our unique Victorian Village. Model Railway display open. Dress in the period costumes of the Victorian Era. 21st August. Ph 0872620174.

A Magical Walk Through Nature with Venora Hovelt - An enchanting sensory experience through Ravensdale Forest and the Fortescue Estate. Hear of the lives and loves of Lord Clermont, landlord during the 1800s. Climb the hidden steps to the circle of beeches, and enjoy the fairy follies and foresters’ cottages, crisscrossing the bridges on the estate. Meditate on the beauty of nature and immerse your senses on your journey. Forage in season. Enjoy a picnic under the giant fir trees.Suitable for family groups. Unfortunately, no dogs. Immersion in Nature. Bringing History alive. Mindfullness.

Fun for children. Picnic Caring for your Collection with Dundalk Museum curator Brian Walsh. 18 - 19 August, 11:30am - 12:30pmCaring for your collection is a workshop for families advising children how they can care and record their own collection - be they toys or football cards or whatever inspires their

imagination. This workshop will highlight how the Museum manages its own collection and will advise how children may do the same.

Prior booking is essential. This may be made by contacting the Museum at 042 9392999.

Coastal Education and Beach Clean at Templetown Beach- As part of National Heritage Week Water Heritage Day this August, there will be a familyfriendly action day at Templetown beach, Co. Louth on Saturday, 20th between 12-2pm, all the community are welcome. An Taisce’s Clean Coasts will be teaming up with Cooley Community Alert, and the Irish Coastguard and Local Authority Waters Programme will also attend.

Cross Border Marine Bioblitz with Explore your Shore – Join the National Biodiversity Data Centre, Ulster Wildlife and CEDaR for a Cross-border Marine Bioblitz at Carlingford Lough. Team up with

Explore Your Shore! at Templetown Beach, Co. Louth or Ulster Wildlife and CEDaR at Kilbroney, Co. Down from 11am to 1pm while we explore the intertidal rocky shores at these locations, photographing and recording as many marine species as possible.

Bring your wellies and appropriate clothing, as well as your camera/smartphone to take photos of your finds.

You will be able to submit your records using our Biodiversity App or submit them online.

We hope to have a number of seashore experts on hand to help you identify what you find on the shore.

Meet in the Car Park at Templetown Beach or Kilbroney at 11am.

Following our intertidal survey join us at the Cloughmore center at Kilbroney, Co. Down at 3.30pm – 5pm for a BioBlitz identification ses-

sion, followed by talks

by Explore Your Shore! and Coastwatch.

Our Carlingford Lough Marine Bioblitz partners are the National Biodiversity Data Centre, Ulster Wildlife, CEDaR, Seasearch Northern Ireland and Coastwatch.

Learn about Bees at Old Mellifont AbbeyWhat better place to find out about Bees and Honey than at Fons Mellis.

The name of our beautiful abbey is the Font of Honey and for the Medieval Monks the Bee was so important for honey, to make Mead and for their beeswax candles.

Paddy from BeeWise will be in our lovely Chapter House and there will be a presentation each hour from 12noon to 4pm. Free of charge.

MonArt Miniatures Exhibition: I’m a self taught ink pen artist with a passion to draw heritage buildings, monuments, railways, steam

trains, ships and much more. I like to think I’m bringing new life to the heritage on our doorstep in my drawings.

This year all 108 of my original ink pen drawings are now on display as mounted fine art giclee prints.

The artwork is visible now and until the end of August.

Event address is Lawless Barbershop, 5 Park Street, Dundalk. A91 P62K Contact Miriam on 087 9765153 or view images on Instagram: monartdrawings.

Rampart Ramble: The Old Dundalk Society in conjunction with Louth Heritage Week are holding an outdoor event taking place on Thursday the 18th of August 2022, titled “Rampart Ramble”. The Ramble will consist of taking in sites along the way, beginning with St Joseph’s Redemptorist Church, The Dundalk, Lawn, Squash and Badminton Club, Dundalk Fire Station, Site of the Athletic Grounds, Presbyterian Church and School,

Houses of famous Dundalk Families ending with John Browne Distillery. Committee members will highlight many interesting facts pertaining to all of these sites.

We would encourage those attending to share any extra information that they may have on offer. It promises to be a very interesting “Ramble” indeed so do please join us! Assemble at St. Joseph’s Redemptorist Church at 6.30pm sharp.

The event should take about 1.5 to 2 hours in duration. Looking forward to meeting you all.

Wear comfortable walking footwear.

Seabirds at the Navvy Bank with Breffni Martin, August 20th between 5 and 6pm.A walk along the Navvy Bank in Dundalk. Meet at Soldiers Point at 5pm.

Bring binoculars if you have them.

Urban Geology Field Trip of Dundalk. Thursday 18th August. 11am12:30 pm and 2pm3:30pm. Learn about the geological treasures you walk on and by every day – some of local ori-

gin and some from far away! Dundalk Tourist Office in association with Geological Survey Ireland would like to invite you to an urban geology field trip of Dundalk led by geologist Dr Siobhán Power.

Admission is free, booking is essential.

Meeting point: Dundalk Tourist Office. Start time: 11am, please arrive a few minutes in advance for registration.

Duration: 1hr 30mins (ish). Weather conditions: hail, rain or shine!

To celebrate #HeritageWeek2022 this guided walking tour is free of charge, be sure to show your support for @nationalheritageweek on social & check out www.heritageweek. ie find out all about the amazing events taking place across the country from 13 – 21 August 2022.

If, for any reason, you need to cancel your booking, please do so at your earliest convenience by emailing info@ dundalktouristoffice.ie.

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DkIT receive almost €1.3 million for key capital investment

Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris has awarded DkIT €1,299,452 for key capital investment.

The funding awarded to DkIT is part of an extra €40 million financial package for higher education institutions for the upcoming academic year.

The funding must be used for key capital investment priorities, including: investments to support universal access energy efficiency and decarbonisation upgrades general ICT and equipmentrelated upgrades health and safety works, and other building upgrades minor works and equipment Speaking after the funding announcement, Minister Harris said: “I’m delighted to announce a significant devolved capital grant for the higher education sector to support a range of capital priorities.

“Our third level sector faces significant challenges in responding to climate objectives and this fund will assist with making energy upgrades.

“It will also ensure our campuses are inclusive and accessible. The funding can be used to make the necessary upgrades to make campuses accessible for people with disabilities but it can also be used to help students to access laptops or other ICT requirements.

“The funding forms part of ongoing investment in the higher education sector under Project Ireland 2040 and reaffirms a strong commitment to public investment in higher education infrastructure.”

Previous allocations under the devolved capital grant have delivered tangible benefits for students and staff and complements other Project Ireland 2040 capital investments in the higher education sector.

Funding will be provided through the Higher Education Authority for all technological universities, institutes of technology and smaller colleges, except for RIAM and DIAS, who will be funded directly by the department.

A stroll for Joan Dundalk Leader 17th August 2022

Friends of Joan Brady are holding a stroll in her memory on Sunday 18th September at 3pm at the bandstand in St Helena’s Park.

Joan, who was originally from Dublin, was known far and wide as an inspirational participant in the Dublin Women’s Mini-Marathon – taking part in every event since it began in 1983. She was also a huge advocate for using walking as a form of exercise and she set up Dundalk Walkers and Joggers over 40 years ago in the early 80’s.

The walk will be along the riverside and over the Newry Rd, bridge before returning back to St Helena’s Park. Joan died suddenly at her home on the Avenue Road on Mother’s Day this year and organisers of the event have invited anybody who knew Joan to join in and participate in the event next month.

Joan, originally from Dublin, was very well known around Dundalk and was a huge supporter of the Women’s Mini Marathon, taking part in every event since it began in 1983.

The late Joan Brady.

She took part in her final mini-marathon in 2019 at the age of 80.

(The 2020 and 2021 mini-marathons were called off due to the COVID-19 pandemic).

Every year she would organise a bus from Dundalk to the Women’s

Mini Marathon and throughout the years she became a friend to many around her adopted town. She was also a keen supporter of charities and helped raise thousands of euro for local charities down through the years.

Earlier this year Joan’s daughters Helen and Susan and their sister-in-law Emma and Alva (Emma’s daughter) completed the mini marathon in Joan’s honour while wearing ‘Jog for Joan’ t-shirts.

Clár funding for two North Louth projects Cllr. John Reilly has welcomed the funding from The Department of Rural and Community Development for two projects in the Cooley peninsula. The Clàr Program is to provide funding to the amount of €44,500 to Carlingford Tidy Towns for compactor solar bins for the harbour, piers, promenade and car parks this will be a welcomed addition to the village which is very popular with tourist the whole year round.

Cooley Complex is to receive €19,926 for the provision of an outdoor handball alley this will be a very welcome addition to a very fine sporting complex. Cllr Reilly wished to thank minister Heather Humphreys for all Two projects in North Louth will benefit from Clár funding. her support.

Celtic legends match to raise money for the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust

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An event not to be missed for local Celtic FC fans will take place later this month in Warrenpoint. A Celtic legends team containing the likes of Brian McClair, Lubomir Moravcik, Bobby Petta, Alan Stubbs, Danny McGrain, Dusty O’Hagan, Rudi Vata, Tommy Johnston, Joe Miller and Roy Aik-C en will take to the field in Warrenpoint Town’sL Milltown Stadium later this month in aid of thep H Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust.

The legends XI will play three charity matchesc on Saturday 27th August against Eire Go Brachl R Celtic Supporters club as well as a local select r team and Cleary Celtic FC. There will also be a limited meet and greet in the Duke Bar and Ress taurant in Warrenpoint at 11:30 on the morning of c the 27th and anybody wanting to attend can go on p to the Warrenpoint Town website for tickets. h Tickets for the match itself are also availablef on the Warrenpoint Town website priced at €10n for kids and €20 for adults. All proceeds fromc the event will go directly towards the Kevin Bells Repatriation Trust which is a charity which aimsi to alleviate the financial hardship of bereaved families repatriating the body (bodies) of lovedD one(s) who have died abroad in sudden or tragicH circumstances back to Ireland. The charity wast set up by Newry couple Colin and Eithne Belli following the tragic death of their 26-year-oldw son Kevin in a hit-and-run incident in New Yorkb a in 2013.

G Check the Warrenpoint Town FC website for w info on tickets.

1—A heatwave in Ireland is defined as five consecutive days of temperatures in excess of how many degrees Celsius?

2—Which nonprofit human rights organisation was founded in London by Peter Benenson and Eric Baker in 1961?

3—Which famous country and western singer, actress and businesswoman was born in January 19, 1946, in a one-room cabin on the banks of the Little Pigeon River in Pittman Centre, Tennessee?

4—Why is Abraham Zapruder a famous historical figure?

5—Who was An Taoiseach when Ireland joined the European Economic Community on January 1st 1973?

6—Who opened Dundalk’s first supermarket on Clanbrassil Street in the early 1960’s?

7—At 2500km the longest defined coastal driving route in the world is in which country?

8—Which two body parts continue to grow through a human’s entire life?

9—In the Wizard of Oz, what was the lion searching for?

10—If you were on the Copacabana beach in which city would you be in?

The Stinker: What similarities do the flags of Argentina, Japan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Macedonia, Malawi, Mongolia, Namibia, Nepal, Philippines, Rwanda, Taiwan and Uruguay share?

—this week’s answers— 1—25 degrees Celsius, 2—Amnesty International, 3—Dolly Parton, 4—He shot a silent, 8mm colour home movie of the Presidential motorcade of John F Kennedy in Texas on the day he was assassinated.

5—Jack Lynch, 6—Fergal Quinn (founder of Superquinn) opened a wholesale grocery store opposite the post office at a premises formerly owned by Eakins hardware company. 7—Ireland.

The Wild Atlantic Way offers an uninterrupted driving journey from Donegal to Cork. 8—Nose and ears, 9—Courage, 10—Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.

Stinker: The sun appears on their flags.

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Children to be referred STAUNTON to private opticians to OFFICE SUPPLIES clear massive backlog For all your back

Children over 12 in Louth will be referred to private opticians so that HSE staff can begin to clear the massive backlog in referrals, Deputy Ruairí Ó Murchú has revealed.

The Sinn Féin TD said the information had come in response to a parliamentary question he put to the Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly before the Dáil recess, and which was responded to by the HSE in recent days.

In its response to the Dundalk deputy, the HSE said that a ‘twin track’ approach is being adopted in Louth with the recruitment

by Primary Care Management, of a Senior Grade Orthoptist along with assistance from the

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The HSE said: ‘The commitment is to set in motion an innovative mechanism to reassign children over age 12 years to the local optician of their choice as a safety valve mechanism

to increase capacity by freeing up appointment slots better assigned to new referral patients.

‘Additionally, the health care professionals within the Ophthalmic Services in Louth and Meath have volunteered

to run a Waiting List Initiative to screen all those on the waiting list, this screening event will be run over two days and should also help to reduce the backlog.

‘Both initiatives are expected to greatly reduce the numbers waiting before next year’s new cohort of referrals begin, with the return to school after the summer holidays.’

Deputy Ó Murchú said: ‘A number of parents had raised concerns with me earlier in the year about the long waiting lists for eye examinations and follow up care for their children.

‘I am glad to see that progress is being made on this issue, but it has taken far too long, par-

ticularly when the HSE knew this problem was here and growing as more and more children came on the list.

‘The HSE may call it ‘innovative’ to refer patients to private opticians, which may help clear the backlog, but to me it is an admission that the service is not able to cope, and has not been able to cope for a significant period of time.

‘It is welcome news for the children on the list and their parents.

‘I hope the HSE will communicate clearly with them as things progress because in the months leading up to this ‘innovation’, communication was patchy at best’.

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Family Notices ACKNOWLEDGMENT

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McGAHON (nee McGuane) The family of the late Carmel McGahon (nee McGuane), Matson Lodge, Drogheda, who passed away peacefully on 5th July 2022, would like to express our sincere thanks to all who sympathised with us on our great loss. We greatly appreciate the phone calls, cards, flowers and condolences on RIP.ie.

We want to extend a special thank you to the staff of Our Lady Of Lourdes hospital for the wonderful care and kindness shown to Carmel during her illness, and also to ICU, Mater Hospital for their care in Carmel’s last days.

Thank you to family, friends and neighbours who supported us by visiting the house and joining us in person or via the live stream service to pay tribute to Carmel.

Thank you to P Townley & Sons for the funeral arrangements and to Sarah Gardiner for delivering Carmel’s service.

Carmel will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

Novena To The Sacred Heart Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favours will be granted.

(Never known to fail). I.M. Novena To The Sacred Heart Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favours will be granted.

(Never known to fail). D.W. Novena To The Sacred Heart Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours This time, I ask for this special favour (mention it). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart, where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise publication and favours will be granted.

(Never known to fail). M.W.

Our Weekly Deadline For Family Notices is 4pm Fridays prior to Wednesday Publication.

Contact Lorna for further information.

Sofia Cumiskey Leah Miele and Evan Hearty. process. Leeya also had a new PB in the long jump.

Emilie Rose Byrne ran a brilliant race in the 60m final just missing out on a medal, whilst also running a very solid race in the 200m final.

Aobha Morgan Traynor is in a rich vein of form at the moment.

On Friday she was in Carlingford where she took home a fantastic silver medal at the Glenmore AC road races.

On Sunday Aobha took home Gold in the U9

special services

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

087 609 1906 www.louthber.ie.

ADVERTISE YOUR HOUSE Premises for rent or sale to 55,000 readers a week from €5. Telephone Dundalk Leader 042 93 -20888.

Building Services—Extensions, Renovations, Sunrooms, Conservatories and All General Maintenance. P.V.C. Fascia, Soffit and Guttering products supplied and fitted. Bathroom Refurbishment, Painting, Decorating, Wall & Floor Tiling. All types of Roof Repairs & Maintenance. For free estimates Tel 087 260 2501.

ROOF LEAKS MASTER—We repair all types of roof/tile, slate, bangor blues.

Repair torch on roofs, scrape & clean, chimneys & chimney pots, chimney bird guards, gutter facia & soffits. All work guaranteed, 25 years experience. Tel. 086 818 4827.

Carpentry & Joinery—Maintenance and repairs, roofing, 1st & 2nd fix carpentry, sash window repairs. No job too big or small. Contact Seandon Carpentry 087 298 5110.

MOBILE HOME TRANSPORT—Transported throughout 32 Counties. Contact Eugene 086-607-1702.

CARPET & OVEN CLEANING—Carpet, upholstery & specialist oven cleaning available. Call MVI Cleaning Dundalk on 042 94 21300 or visit www.mvicleaning. ie.

Roofing Repairs & Stoves—Stoves supplied and fitted, fully insured, Hetas certified. Contact Paul Englishby 087 6301914 or 041 98 94633 and Mark on 087 1302040 for roofing enquiries.

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

Coaching with Esther—Life and Executive Coach Tel 086 8972007 www. coachingwithesther.com.

Qualified Carpenter available for Floors, Doors, Frames, Architraves, Skirtings, Stud Walls, Roofing & All Building Repairs. No Job too big or too small.

Call Mark 086 089 5508.

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE—Repairs, building, plumbing, painting, roof repairs, tiling, bathroom refurbishments, concreting, plastering, gardening, power washing, PVC facia and soffits, Over 20 yrs experience. References available. Tel Michael on 085-762-3758.

Fifi’s Alterations—Longwalk S.C. (formerly A-Alterations) Tel 083 011 8728.

Zips, hems, clothes taken in or let out, also Dry Cleaning Service. Open Mon - Wed 9.30 - 5.30pm, Thur & Fri 9.30 - 6pm & Sat 10-2pm.

WATCH REPAIRS—Mechanical/Quartz (battery) and Vintage. In our own workshop. Most brands: Cartier, Longines, Omega, Revue, Raymond Weil, Seiko, Citizen & more, also Jewellery repairs. Goldstar Jewellers, Demesne Shopping Centre Dundalk Tel. 042 93 39478.

All-in-one!—Home and property maintenance and improvements. Painting, decorating, general household maintenance, exterior cleaning, power washing, gutters, dust free sanding, No job to big or small, quality but affordable service contact Ian 0874158238.

GRASS CUTTING services—Dundalk and surrounding areas. Contact Michael 087 1477 067.

Gardening—Lawns cut, hedges cut, trees trimmed and topped. Also firewood cut up for winter months. Telephone Tom 087 2296441.

Plastering Service available, free quotations. Contact David 085 7829910 or Gavin 086 3799285.

Carpet and Upholstery cleaning.

Home and Office contract cleaning. Over 10 years’ experience. RTM Cleaning Services contact Robbie 087 3817618.

BUILDER & HOME MAINTAINENCE— Building, Woodwork, Painting, Plumbing, Tiling, Kitchen Refurbishments, Paving & Fencing. No job to big or too small. Tel. 087 295 2529.

Four Season Industrial Steam Cleaning. Roofs, driveways, patios & walls.

Block paving repaired, cleaned & sealed.

Clean and clear your roof of moss and lichen. Freephone 1800 911 766 or Mob/ Text Michael 087 2260091.

Four Seasons Tree Surgeon & Gardening. Hedge cutting, shrub pruning, tree felling & topping, garden clearance, gravel, decking. Freephone 1800 911 766 or Mob/Text Michael 087 2260091.

Does anyone want their homes decluttered but feeling overwhelmed.

Clothes, bedrooms, kitchens, offices, garages, playrooms or anyone putting house on market. Contact Shelly@stepintoaction.ie or phone 086 8878054.

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Redeemer AC excel in Ardee On Sunday, the club travelled to the penultimate event in the Louth Track and Field season at Ardee and District sports.

On a fabulous summer afternoon Sofia Cumiskey, Cara Miele, Rian and Leeya Domah, Evan Hearty, Emilie Rose and Emma Byrne, Emily and Nathan O’Hagan, Shannon McGuinness and Aobha Morgan Traynor all represented Redeemer AC brilliantly on the day.

In the shot put, Sofia Cumiskey had to take a big step up in age from U12 to compete in the U14 Shot put Final. This propelled her to new heights as she threw a fantastic new PB. Cara Miele also performed very well to finish 4th in the shot put and long jump.

The sprints now took centre stage. Rian and Leeya Domah both made the finals of the U11 and U8 60m running very well in the

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200M and the long jump in which she jumped to a big new PB, and silver in the 60M. Outstanding consistency.

Nathan O’Hagan ran very well in both the 60M and 600M. Little sister Emily competed in the U8 60M and 200M running brilliantly in both, but went a step further in the 60M final of the tiny tots, taking home Gold in the final Shannon McGuinness ran superbly in the U12 60M in a race in which

Emma Byrne also put in a superb performance, both narrowly missing out on the medals.

Emma then had to move up her age to compete in the U13 long jump, but that didn’t deter her get as she leapt to a huge new PB and a 4th place finish. Emma then went one better in the U12 turbo javelin by taking home the bronze medal.

Last up was Evan Hearty who was also stepping up in age to perform in the U14 Shot put, continuing his fine season by throwing yet another new PB with the heavier 2.72kg shot to take home the Silver medal Thank you to Ardee and District AC and Louth Athletics for hosting yet another fantastic day of competition. The track and organisation was a credit to the club.

As always thanks to our brilliant athletes, parents and coaches for their dedication to training and competing.

Attention Landlords—We supply furniture & Beds for any rental properties you have. Beds from €180, Bedroom Furniture Sets from €249 Call us today www. bedstore.ie, Coes Rd, Dundalk Tel 042 932 0927.

CD Logs—Kiln Dried Ash/Oak & Birch, Weekly Deliveries to Dundalk & surrounding areas. Newry Co. Down Mob 00 44 77 6040 3254 or 048 30269632 www.cdlogs. com.

For sale—Black leather 3 piece suite incl 2 reclining chairs. Good condition. €350.00. Phone 087 9214178.

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SPECIAL SERVICES CHIMNEY & STOVE CLEANING— Tel Paul McArdle 042 933 2491 / 087 666 0094 Email tribalky@yahoo.com <mailto:tribalky@yahoo.com>.

CHIMNEY CLEANER—The Clean sweep, clean & tidy, no dust. Brush & Vac. Also gutter cleaning. Contact - Cathal 087-2259799.

ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICE to over 60,000 readers for only €5 per week up to 20 words Phone 042 932 0888.

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 <http://www.everkleenservices.ie>.

HOUSE & APARTMENT CLEANING Service. Specializing in Re-Let & Spring Cleaning, Carpet & Upholstery cleaning.

Fully insured. For a free quotation contact Everkleen 042 9352717 / 087 6873188, www.everkleenservices.ie <http://www. everkleenservices.ie>.

TILER AVAILABLE—Experienced local tiler to carry out all types of tile work marble, granite, porcelain. Indoors and out. Call 087-387-8995 for free quote.

SC Tiling—Professional Tiler, Specialises in full bathroom refits. Top Class Work Guaranteed Call Shane—086 107 5080.

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

DUNDALK GARDEN SERVICES—Tree topping, felling, hedge trimming, grass cutting & strimming. Rubbish removals/ Garage clearance, House & Garden refuse.

Permit holder. Contact Ben 085-8407707.

FORTUNE TELLER—Available for appointment, private or group bookings. Tel. Alison 042 933 5102 or 087-67-51229.

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classes and courses

DRUM LESSONS INCLUDING BODHRAN—For adults & children aged 8years upwards. One to one lessons.

Phone 087 414 4228.

Get fit the fun way and learn to dance, the Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot and Jive, now taking place in the Lisdoo, Dundalk Tuesday’s from 8pm—10pm, no partner required. Newly Wed’s first dance lessons and private lessons also available. Contact 086 357 3271 for further information.

French Grinds available. Telephone 086 8723340.

notices

Greenfields Music Tours—Invite you to join for our 1 nights stays to see the cream of Irish Folk and Ballads. Price includes accommodation, bus and ticket.

Contact Anthony on 085 1204994.

planning notices

LOUTH COUNTY COUNCIL—We Nicola and Christopher Maguire intend to apply for permission at 2 Chestnut Grove, Bay Estate, Dundalk, Co. Louth for part demolition of the existing rear extension and proposed ground floor rear extension and first floor side and rear extensions to the existing dwellinghouse, two new bay windows and canopy over to the front elevation and associated development works. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Louth County Council from 9.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday.

A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing within a period of 5 weeks from the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00.

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Adult Learning Service members took a day trip to Carlingford last week.

Learning and walking in Carlingford

Recently there was great excitement in Adult Learning Service as a full coach departed the car park of LMETB in Chapel Steet, Dundalk. The learners were going on a day trip to Carlingford as part of their Intensive ESOL Summer course to improve their written and spoken English.

The course was offered to learners studying in the centre already, and some who had recently arrived in Ireland for humanitarian reasons from Ukraine and other countries. The course sought a commitment of attendance on five days a week in either mornings or afternoons and the places filled quickly. The attendance on the course has been excellent. This is the first time LMETB Adult Learning Service has run this type of Intensive

Summer programme and Kinga Byrne the ALO in the centre said “we are delighted to have been able to respond so quickly to the needs of learners, it was too long a wait for them until September to avail of classes.” The team of tutors have worked through the month of July in order to provide these popular courses. We are grateful to everyone for making these classes such a success.

The course has several day tours, to help people integrate into the country by visiting places of interest that teach people about the culture and way of life in their host country.

As all who live in Louth know, Carlingford is a jewel in the crown of Louth tourist attractions. It was an obvious choice to bring people to, especially as

most do not have transport so trips like this would be difficult.

Thankfully the weather was good on the day and with the excellent information provided by the Tour guide from the Carlingford Adventure Centre, learning and enjoyment of the outdoors came together to make for a great trip. As you can see from the photos, great fun and a memorable day was had by all.

LMETB Adult Learning Service provides part-time courses for adults in the areas of literacy, numeracy, digital skills and ESOL. For more information call (042) 9353591, text 0860132244 or drop into the centre Adult Learning Service Dundalk, LMETB, Continuing Education Centre, Chapel Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth, A91 E0AW.

The day trip was part of their Intensive ESOL summer course to help improve their English.

Help Bus Éireann Fill-A-Bus for Meals on Wheels

Bus Éireann, Ireland’s national bus company, is organising a Fill-A-Bus appeal for the vulnerable and elderly at Dundalk bus station on Thursday, 18 August from 10am to 4pm in partnership with Meals on Wheels Dundalk.

Members of the public are being asked to donate non-perishable goods including household items such as tin foil and cooking oil to help with the cost of providing the Meals on Wheels Service across Dundalk.

“Bus Éireann is delighted to be teaming up with Meals on Wheels Dundalk, whose volunteers are doing great work locally,’’ said Adrian O’Loughlin, Bus Éireann Senior Operations

Manager, East.

“This year, Bus Éireann is appealing to the public to bring non-perishable goods and household items to Dundalk Bus Station at the Long Walk between 10am and 4pm on Thursday, 18 August where we hope to fill a bus in support of those most in need in Dundalk.’’

Dundalk Meals on Wheels was established in 1972 and supports vulnerable, elderly and housebound people across Dundalk, delivering 240 meals in the area every week. Bus Éireann operates the Dundalk town bus service, rural PSO bus services across County Louth and commercial Expressway Route 100x

services, which provide important connectivity between Dundalk and Dublin.

“With the increased cost of living, many vulnerable and elderly people in Dundalk find themselves in difficulty due to a lack of necessities such as food and household items,’’ said John Hennessy, Chair of Dundalk Social Service Council/Meals on Wheels. “We are happy to have the support of Bus Éireann once again this year in filling a bus with non-perishable goods for those in need and we ask members of the public to get on-board and donate generously on Thursday, 18 August at Dundalk bus station at the Long Walk.’’

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