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Wednesday, 17th September, 2014. Vol. 7, Issue 38 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth.

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Secret Store gig gets town rocking

By Paul Byrne and Niamh Kirk

MUSIC lovers in Dundalk descended upon the Quay in their droves on Saturday evening as word quickly spread that Ellie Goulding and Hozier were to play a secret gig in the Spirit Store as part of Guinness Amplify.

Social network sites went into overdrive on Saturday evening around 4pm as word got out that two of the hottest acts around were confirmed to play a very special gig in the Spirit Store. Music fans rushed down to the popular George’s Quay venue with news that the gig tickets would be handed out on a first come first served basis to the first 220 people to make it down to the Spirit Store.

Mark Dearey, owner of

Ellie Goulding and Hozier playing for the lucky fans in the Spirit Store

the Spirit Store, was delighted with how the event turned out and was proud that his venue had been chosen to host the prestigious gig.

“There was such a buzz about the place on Saturday”, recalls Mark. “It was almost like a hurricane passing through the quay as people de-

scended upon us in droves once the word got out. We’ve had representatives from Guinness visit us a couple of times Continued on page 11

Keenan calls time on Louth career Generous tributes have been paid to one of Louth GAA’s greatest ever players, Paddy Keenan, after he announced his retirement from the inter-county scene.

At the age of 29, the St Patrick’s GFC clubman decided to bring the curtain down on a career that saw him earn huge admiration from colleagues, opponents and supporters of teams across the country.

Keenan broke into the Louth team as an 18-year-old and played for 12 seasons with the Wee County and aside from his talent, it was his dedication along with his demeanor on and off the pitch that earned him many admirers and friends.

Paddy’s position as one of the greatest players of his generation was confirmed when he Continued on page 6

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People struggling to get on housing list despite number of unoccupied homes

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A TOBERONA resident has asked Louth County Council to explain why single fathers and mothers are struggling to find suitable accommodation despite there being a number of properties boarded up for months in his area.

Luke Martin a long time campaigner for single fathers says that there are a number of houses in Oldbridge estate and Riverwell Close that have been boarded up for months and has asked the council to do more to get these houses back into circulation more quickly.

“I’ve had single fathers and single mothers coming into me telling me that they are finding it impossible to find suitable accommodation from the council and at the same time they are looking at these perfectly fine houses boarded up for months on end.

It just doesn’t take any sense”, explained Luke.

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Luke Martin is calling for action on unoccupied homes

“There are single fathers out there who just want somewhere to live where they can take their children overnight and spend some time with them rather than having to meet them in McDonalds or whatever for a couple of ours during the afternoon.

Anytime they go to the council looking for suitable accommodation they get put off and find it hard to get any satisfaction from them”,

added Luke.

Luke has asked that a system be put in place whereby local councillors are immediately made aware of any house that is unoccupied.

“The system is unfair for single fathers as if they leave the family home and their name is on the house they are not entitled to have their name on any housing lists.

“As well as this it is

nigh on impossible to get a chance to sit down with somebody in the housing section and talk face to face with someone. They seem to be at meetings every day.

I think one day a week should be set aside for the housing officer to meet with the public and listen to their concerns”, urged Luke.

At the time of going to press there was no response from Louth County Council.

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Joan Martin is officially named as council chief

By Paul Byrne

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JOAN Martin has officially been named as the new chief executive of Louth County Council.

Ms Martin was officially appointed during Monday’s monthly Louth County Council meeting.

She has already been performing this role for a number of months having replaced Philomena Poole who left her role

to take up a position in Dun LaoghaireRathdown County Council.

She also became acting County manager in between Conn Murray’s departure and Philomena Poole’s appointment.

She has worked in the Irish public service for close to 40 years and holds a degree in Public Administration, as well as a Masters in Business Administration

She has a wide range of experience in public service having previously worked in a wide range of areas including planning, environment, planning and water services.

Ms Martin is also a champion of the elderly around Co. Louth having worked with the Louth Age Friendly Alliance.

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Decision on drink driving case delayed for week A MAN who was over the limit for driving when he was involved in a traffic accident was told he would have to wait for a week to see if he was successful in a bid to have the drink driving charge dismissed.

Barry Wiseman of Castleroche, Hackballscross, argued through his solicitor, Niall Lavery, that an error on the Certificate of Analysis constituted a fatal flaw in the prosecution case and that the charge should be dismissed.

The Gardai accepted that the time at which

the sample was provided should have read 12.46 pm, rather than 12.46am, but in direct evidence gave the correct time.

Judge Flann Brennan stated that he wished to think about the matter and adjourned the case until September 17.

The court heard that on July 12, 2013, Gardai were alerted to a two vehicle traffic accident on the Castletown Road.

The defendant was driving one of the cars and when the Garda spoke to him she noticed that his speech was slurred, there was a

smell of alcohol and he was unsteady on his feet.

He made a comment that he had only one pint in Beagans Pub. At 12.46pm a blood sample was taken by the doctor at Dundalk Garda Station and later revealed that he was over the limit for driving.

In response to questions from Mr Lavery, the investigating Garda accepted that there was an error on the certificate and stated that damage to the cars had been minimal.

The driver of the second car gave evidence

and stated that on that day she was in traffic heading towards the Castleblayney Road when she noticed a car approaching very fast and realised it wasn’t going to stop.

It clipped the rear of her car and caused €4,000 worth of damage to her vehicle.

In asking the judge to dismiss the charge, Mr Lavery stated: “I say there is a fatal flaw in the Certificate of Analysis. It is a necessary component of the prosecution and because of that flaw the prosecution must fail”.

Story time at development centre

Tell me your story - Carmel Crawford of newzmonkeys.com and Helen Kuyper swap business stories

It was story time this week at the Regional Development Centre, the north east’s enterprise and innovation hub based at Dundalk Institute of Technology.

No, the business people weren’t sitting around listening to stories. They were learning how to craft

and develop the story of their business.

“Developing an engaging story and narrative for your business can be a very important part of its development.

Storytelling is one of the most important but underutilised tools in an entrepreneur’s armoury” explained

Aidan Browne, Incubation Centre Manager at the RDC. “The story you tell about your company can help to engage the audience, promote awareness of your product and drive sales in the marketplace.”

Funded by the Honeycomb Creative Works programme,

the storytelling workshop was delivered by renowned trainer Helen Kuyper.

Hailing from The Netherlands and on her first training assignment in Ireland, Helen is a Story Junkie she travels the world looking for stories and new ways to share them.

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Generous tributes have been paid to one of Louth GAA’s greatest ever players, Paddy Keenan, after he announced his retirement from the intercounty scene.

At the age of 29, the St Patrick’s GFC clubman decided to bring the curtain down on a career that saw him earn huge admiration from colleagues, opponents and supporters of teams across the country.

Keenan broke into the

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Louth team as an 18-yearold and played for 12 seasons with the Wee County and aside from his talent, it was his dedication along with his demeanor on and off the pitch that earned him many admirers and friends.

Paddy’s position as one of the greatest players of his generation was confirmed when he became the first man from Louth to win an All-Star in 2010 and he also represented Ireland in the

International Rules against Australia the same year.

He was denied the opportunity to lift the Leinster Championship trophy when he captained Louth in the infamous 2010 Leinster Final but in his time with Louth he won Division 2 and 3 medals in 2006 and 2011 respectively, and a Tommy Murphy Cup medal in ’06.

In announcing his retirement, Paddy, spoke of the honour of representing

would be unable to devote the necessary time to the team and I believe now is t “It was a huge honour for me to represent Louth for the past 12 years and I had the privilege of playing with and against so many great players. While we didn’t have the success we worked so hard for, I have only positive memories of my county career and the people whom I soldiered Paddy Keenan announces alongside. his retirement from the inter“Without the support of

his county and thanked all who had helped him along the way.

“I wish to announce my retirement from county football today. It is a decision that I have considered for some time and is not one which I’ve made lightly.

“Due to work commitments and the need to clear up some longstanding injuries, I feel I county scene

squad despite experiencing many difficult periods on the field of play.

“I would like to pay tribute to all five Louth managers I played under for placing their faith in me as a footballer. Thanks also to the various management teams, backroom staff and of course the County Board for their support.

“Finally, I wish the new Louth manager and the team all the best in the future”, he added.

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They are going to have to weigh up the negatives and positives and decide which is best for them. But they might be isolated but then again if they stay with Britain they could be dragged down with them.

It’s going to be a close run thing but I think they’ll go for it in the end. There will be financial effects to their decision you’d imagine but I think they’ll squeeze it through.

The Scottish people are being conned by Alex Sammond. If they do win independence it won’t mean anything as it just means they will be ruled by Brussels rather than London.

I really hope they get it. I worked in Scotland for a while on the oil rigs and they own plenty of oil which will give them a solid foundation with which to go out on their own.

The Scots are proud people so it would be great to see them do it. However, I think that they will get cold feet in the end and vote against it when they weigh up the financial implications.

MAD Youth Theatre to premier ‘Connor’

On Friday September 19 as part of Culture Night in the An Tain Arts Centre MAD Youth Theatre will be performing for the first time in Ireland a play that won best play voted by the judges and audience in the Prague international youth theatre festival.

my girlfriend Karen and my family which has been, at all times, unconditional, I genuinely could not have played at this level and I am so grateful to them.

“I would like to thank my club St. Patrick’s GFC who I was so proud to represent and I hope this decision will allow me to extend my club career for a few extra years. Thanks to the Louth supporters who have always shown great loyalty to me as a player and to our county

‘Connor’ is an original short play devised by senior members of MAD YT, Lola Farrell, Andrew Duffy, Jake Condon, Steven Jimenez, Ciaran Orielly, Ogi Ugonoh and Racheal Winters.

It’s a dark comedy about some of the pressures of being

a young male in today’s society.

A pretty average teenager Connor has found himself part of the world’s crude and misguided rites of passage of sex, drugs and alcohol.

The audience will witness this rapid spiral downwards as Connor steps up

to be the man who’s not ready to grow up.

Tickets are available at the An Tain Box Office for €10.

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On Your Bike raises €80k

By Niamh Kirk

A group of cyclists from Dundalk have raised €80k for the Irish Cancer Society and the North Louth Hospice by cycling across Ireland to Co Clare. The On Your Bike, Cancer! was set up in the memory of Stephen Carroll who passed away last year after a battle with cancer.

Stephen’s family and friends were extremely grateful to both the Hospice and the ICS for the care that Stephen received and wanted to repay the kindness they were shown.

Together the community of people bound by Stephen’s memory raised €60k before the cyclists set out and a further €20k since.

“Originally it was a bit of therapy, family and friends supporting each other. When you missed him the most, when you were at your lowest they were there.

The support for the family and then the community coming out and helping us hit those targets, was incredible”,

Stephen’s brother David, sister Michelle, wife Breffnie, sister Adele, father Ian leading the pelathon out of Blackrock

explained Stephen’s sister-in-law, Kerrie Carroll.

Stephen had wanted to spend his last days at home, with his family and without the care of the North Louth Hospice it may not have been possible.

“We just wanted to give something back,” she said.

“The amount of money raised is not only a testament to his character but also how cancer has touched so many lives in the community, everyone wanted to help because they didn’t know when they might need the services themselves,” said Kerrie.

The team of 45 cyclists hopped on

their bikes in Blackrock last Wednesday and cycled the 360km to Liscannor, with stops and celebrations along the way.

The community of Blackrock came out to wave the cyclists off and lined the main street with flags and banners. “There was a great atmosphere, it sets us up for the cycle,” said Kerrie.

Stephen’s father Ian, joined the cyclists as they began their journey, and rejoined toward the end, cycling one of his son’s bicycles. As did Stephen’s eldest son Senan, who led the team of cyclists and fundraisers to the end of their journey.

“It was emotional

even taking the bikes out of the van. There were a lot of tears and hugs as everyone finished and celebrations afterwards,” said Kerrie.

There are a number of events during September and contributions to the fundraiser are still open online through the mycharity website.

A 177km lap of Louth took place over the weekend with Cuchlainn Cycling Club helping to raise even more funds for On Your Bike, Cancer!

A four mile road race takes place on Saturday September 27 at 6.30pm and participants can register online at http:// register.sportstiming.ie/ ps/event.

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in Brief Tried to prevent arrest

A man who tried to prevent his friend being arrested on suspicion of drink driving was fined a total of €200 when he pleaded guilty to public order charges at Dundalk District Court.

The court heard that on August 22, Gardai responded to a report of a traffic accident, when Pawel Zuk of 29 Tain Court, Bridge St, attempted to prevent them arresting the driver of a car involved. He was aggressive and it took three Gardai to arrest him.

The defendant’s solicitor stated that Mr Zuk is a Polish national who had been living and working in Ireland. His circumstances deteriorated as his relationship broke down and he became unemployed.

He fell into depression and on the day drank took much while on medication.

Judge Flann Brennan imposed a fine of €100 on charges of intoxication in a public place and threatening and abusive behaviour.

Cyclists take on Lap of Louth for charity

Cyclists on the Lap of Louth

On Saturday last Dundalk’s Cuchulainn Cycling Club, under the guidance of Barry Rogers, Francis Dollard and their committee, organised a cycle in aid of the cancer supporting charity On Your Bike. The cycle was christened the ‘Lap of Louth’ and took in all the highlights of the Wee County.

Over 100 local cyclists gathered at 8.30m on Saturday morning and started their journey by heading North taking in Carlingford, Omeath

and the infamous Davy’s Climb up to the Long Woman’s Grave.

The riders then headed out through Faughart and onto Brida-Chrin, where club members Ray Fedigan and Karl Dolan hosted all 100 riders in their bike shop, The Bike Station.

After refuelling on coffee and freshly made scones the riders thanked their gracious hosts and headed for Hackbalsscross. The 170km route finished up through Ardee, Collon, Drogheda and

finally the scenic route home along the coast.

Fresh from her world championship medal winning ride in the USA, Eve McCrystal was back in the Irish colours, racing as part of the Irish team in the 5 day international race, Rás na mBan. Eve went into the race as one of the favourites, despite strong international teams from America and Europe. However bad luck was to befall Eve when she endured a nightmare day on stage 3. A puncture,

crash and another mechanical problem saw her lose time.

A strong ride in the individual time trial and the remaining stages did she her make up some time.

With the racing all done for the year the next event on the calendar for the club is definitely a leisure event, when on Saturday September 27 the riders will be riding to the outskirts of Belfast for their annual overnight trip. Details can be found on www. dundalkcycling.com

Ice bucket challenge continues to raise money The dynamic duo of Theresa Bashford and Garry Warnock who completed the ’12 Pubs Ice Bucket Challenge’ in aid of Motor Neuron Disease Ireland.

The organisers are still counting up the money donated during their fundraising effort that took place on Sunday last on Park Street.

Thresa and Gary took on with 12 ice bucket challenges in a row with the help of 11 bars on Park Street. Starting at the Fane, the two challengers had their first dowsing in the icy water and a team of collectors in tow.

The establishments and the patrons of the pubs donated generously as Theresa and Garry sprinted along Park Street to the waiting stools and buckets of ice outside each of the bars.

“It was very tough, I didn’t realise I could run so fast. It took us about 35 mins to get

Theresa and Garry raised funds for charity

down Park Street, with the staff waiting for us outside the bars with their ice buckets. They would just fire it over us and we would run on to the next one.”

Starting at the Fane where Theresa’s son kicked off the challenge, freezing and soaked, they ran to Ridleys, up to Courtneys, Brubakers, Jimmy’s The Phoenix, the Punters and then over to the Bartender, to McEntegarts, Parks and finally back to Fane for a final dowsing that was bought for €100.

The order of Malta were on hand to make sure the two contestants were safe and thankfully there no major incident, just a thermal blanket on

hand to warm Gary and Theresa up.

So far a total of €1,000 has been raised and the collection boxes will stay in the bars for another two weeks to boost the funds. “We had great support so far and we are hoping to have a final count in two to three weeks.

The boxes will stay on the pubs’ bars because every little helps.”

We had a brilliant day and want to thank the collectors for helping and everyone who donated. The grand total will be known in a few weeks and it is hoped that an official presentation will take place in the coming weeks.

Students celebrate Junior Cert results

Tiarnan McKeown, Colaiste Ris Lee Kavanagh and Dylan Mackin, Cola iste Ris

Kaitlin Williams and Amy Donnelly who celebrated her 21st birthday at the Clan na nGael on Saturday night.

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Tiarnan Mulholland, Colaiste Ris, looks happy with his results

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Harvest delight for pupils In dispute Weekly Quiz at Dulargy National School with family

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Pete Treanor’s Food What type of ice cream is named after a native of an Italian city?

Radio Which Derry DJ died on the same day as Albert Reynolds?

Local In what Dundalk thoroughfare would you find Duffy’s Tce and Murphy’s Tce?

Religion In the Bible, what are Cherubim and Seraphim?

Pop and Rock Which 1980s English band were named after a type of laxative?

Games What number is directly opposite 20 on GAA Who succeeded a dart board? the legendary Kevin Heffernan as manager Jazz Which instrument do of the Dublin senior GAA team? you associate with Irish jazzman, Paddy The Stinker Cole?

On the tin of what foodstuff would you Nature see the body of a dead What is the proper lion surrounded by term for a bunch of flies? bananas?

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The young organic gardeners at Dulargy National School have enjoyed bumper crops in their school garden this year. They have been harvesting carrots, turnips, potatoes, chard and kale since returning to school after the holidays, with all the food going home for their families to enjoy.

The Gardening Project in the school is now in its fifth year and going from strength to strength. Co-ordinated by parents Roisin Cotter, Terri McKeown and Eileen McGeown, and funded through the Dulargy Parents

Association, the project gives each child in the school the opportunity to sow seeds and watch their plants grow, until they are ready to be brought home.

Each class grows flowers or vegetables and everything is

grown organically.

This year Junior Infants grew sunflowers, Senior Infants grew peas, 1st class grew courgettes, 2nd class grew pumpkins, 3rd class grew ‘All Blue’ and Sante potatoes and enjoyed some ‘blue

crisps’ made from the ‘All Blue’ potatoes in class, 4th class grew carrots and turnips, 5th class grew rainbow chard, red kale and scallions and 6th class grew rocket, lettuce, radishes, mustard, coriander and beetroot.

A man who was having a dispute with his partner’s family was arrested outside his mother-in-law’s house when he was shouting obscenities in the early hours of the morning.

Gerard Leonard of 37 Woodview Park, Dundalk, pleaded guilty to a charge of intoxication in a public place at the local District Court arising out of the incident on August 6 this year.

The court heard that at 2.30am Gardai were called to a disturbance at Clan Chulainn Park

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Pupils at Dulargy NS enjoying the harvest

when they found the defendant shouting obscenities.

He was arrested after refusing to leave the scene.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, stated that his client, who had recently been released from a four-year jail term, was drunk on the night but had learned his lesson.

He added that the incident was as a result of a dispute between Mr Leonard and his partner’s family.

In convicting, Judge Brennan imposed a €200 fine.

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St Padre Pio trip to Knock takes place on Sunday September 21 with bus departing at 7am. For details contact M Kennedy at 9331150.

Carrying iron bar

A man who was found to be carrying an iron bar in the early hours of the morning was given the chance to serve 200 hours Community Service instead of a prison sentence.

Patrick English of 111 Oakland Park, Cox’s Demesne, Dundalk, was stopped by Gardai at 2.20am in Ashling Park on January 3, 2013.

Solicitor, Conor MacGuill, stated that on that occasion his client came to the attention of Gardai due to an injury he had received. It was during the course of their enquiries that the search was made and the iron bar found.

He added that the defendant hopes to sit his Leaving Cert and has followed through on the advice of the Probation Service. Judge Flann Brennan said he would impose 200 hours of community service in lieu of a nine-month sentence.

Blackrock win Tidy Towns sliver ing agencies including Louth Leader Partnership.

“We are very fortunate indeed to have such co-operation from the residents, businesses and organisations in Blackrock because this could not have been achieved through the efforts of Tidy Towns alone. I would like especially to acknowledge the help and support of Mary Murtagh from Louth County Coun-

cil, and of course we have the most dedicated CE Scheme people in the whole country” he added.

The committee is already planning how they will go about regaining the gold medal in next year’s competition, but John Horan reiterated that the primary objective of Blackrock Tidy Towns is to improve the village for the benefit of residents and visitors.

Blackrock has been awarded a silver medal in the 2014 national Tidy Towns competition.

The award was announced at a ceremony in The Helix in Dublin on Monday September 8.

The Tidy Towns committee had hoped that the gold medal won for the first time last year could be retained, but are nevertheless very pleased with the silver award, explained a spokes-

person.

“Naturally we are a little disappointed but a silver medal is a major achievement for any centre.

The village increased its points again this year and is now in the top five per cent of the 850 towns and villages in Ireland which participated in the competition, and with Tallanstown and Knockbridge remains at the top of the table for County Louth.”

As well as the silver medal, Blackrock also took a national award for Waste Management as a result of a series of initiatives undertaken in the village, many in conjunction with the local schools, and including the Green Home programme.

Blackrock Tidy Towns chairman John Horan congratulated everyone in the village who contributed towards this outstand-

ing result, including committee members, litter patrollers and other volunteers, the CE Scheme under supervisor Pat Rafferty, Tús scheme workers, the Probation Service, RehabCare, residents associations, businesses, Louth County Council, all sponsors including Haggardstown Garden Centre, Tiernan’s Centra, Rock Cabs and Brendan Watters Insurances, and fund-

EBay and PayPal opened their doors to local businesses from Dundalk and the local region last week to give them the opportunity to develop their knowledge of online commerce.

The event, the eBay Inc. Online Masterclass, was organised in conjunction with the Dundalk Chamber and leading experts in the field of online sales and payments provided advice and support.

More than 35 local

businesses attended the class, which explained how to turn browsers into buyers, capitalise on future payment trends and increase online sales through PayPal. Louise Phelan, Vice President of PayPal’s Global Operations in Europe, Middle East and Africa, said, “Businesses in our local area are facing many challenges but we need to talk positively, act positively and be

perceived as such.

There are some great companies in Dundalk leading the way. The fact that we were able to announce the creation of another 400 jobs recently in Dundalk is testament to the facilities and the workforce available in Louth. The Dundalk Chamber does fantastic work on the ground to support local businesses and it was great to be able to partner with them on this initiative.

Pictured at the eBay Inc. Online Masterclass which took place in Dundalk last week are (lr): Bill Hutchinson, head of consumer experience, eBay, Deborah Lynch, innovations manager, PayPal, Jonathan Davies, merchant integration, PayPal, Paddy Matthews, president of Dundalk Chamber of Commerce and Ciara Hughes, events manager at eBay

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in Brief Stole baby monitor

A former heroin addict who pleaded guilty to stealing a baby monitor is attempting to change his ways to allow him to be a better father to his children.

Mantas Jurevicius of 63 Park St, Dundalk, appeared at the local District Court arising out of an incident on Friday December 20, 2013.

The court heard that on that day, the defendant entered Dunnes Stores at The Marshes, took a baby monitor valued at €81 and left without paying. The property was recovered.

Solicitor, Michelle Murphy, stated that her 26-year-old client, who is a Lithuanian national with three children, has had a problem with a heroin addiction.

However, following this incident he went on a methadone programme, and is now clean.

Ms Murphy added that he has gained maturity, taken on board the fact that he needs to be a father to his children and hasn’t offended since.

Judge Flann Brennan convicted Mr Jurevicius of theft and imposed a €100 fine.

Students celebrate Junior Cert results

Clara Drumm, Keith Dwyer and Lorc an Drum, St Mary’s College.

Leah Grimes and Cillian Cunningham, O’Fiaich College.

Amy McArdle, Jenny Hughes, Emma McArdle, Aoife McDonagh and Sarah McArdle.

Yuliya Ivashyna, Sarah Clarke and Grace Donnelly, St Mary’s College, with Paul Donnelly (front).

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Shotayo and Nina Slowey, St Vincents Bronagh Quinn, Megan Ryan, Risi

Shauna Smyth and Sarah Englishby, St Vincents.

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Spirit store gig has town rocking

Prize winning crossbreds,1st Martin Rice , 2nd Conor McEneaney and Martin McEneaney at the Cooley Sheep Show

Woman with serious alcohol problem fails to avail of chance A woman who was described as having a serious problem with alcohol was sentenced to five months in prison after breaching a safety order on four occasions inside six weeks.

Linda Gernon, whose address was given as Drumbilla, Kilcurry, Dundalk, appeared at Dundalk District Court where she pleaded guilty to the offences on July 21 and August 21, 24 and 28 at Drumbilla.

She had previously been given a three month suspended sentence in July.

Insp Martin Beggy accepted that the defendant was in a difficult situation but that she had breached bail continually despite being given latitude by the Gardai.

He pointed out that the order had been breached eight times since March and sometimes within hours or days of a court

appearance.

Solicitor, Peter Lavery, stated that it was a very sorry situation and that his client had not come to Garda attention until February this year after her son had been given a prison sentence, and that she has a serious problem with alcohol.

“She was previously of good character but needs to deal with her addictions. She has an appointment to meet

a counselor in prison as she knows she is not coping very well”, added Mr Lavery who stated that his client had been in custody for nearly four weeks.

Judge Flann Brennan brought down the suspended sentence and imposed sentences of five months in relation to the other matters, all concurrent.

The judge fixed recognisances in the event of an appeal.

continued from page 1 over the last few months and we were obviously delighted we were picked to host Hozier and Ellie” added Mark.

“The fact the Spirit Store was chosen to hold the event pretty much validated the investment we put into our new venue recently.

“If that hadn’t have happened we obviously wouldn’t have been picked to host this gig.

We’ve known this was happening for a while now but we couldn’t tell anyone and I’d been hearing rumours surfacing all week with people guessing various acts that were going to be playing here.

“It was great to finally get the word out that Ellie and Hozier were coming to Dundalk and to see the excitement the event created.

“We had the 2FM roadcaster down for the

gig and it was great to get a bit of positivity about the town. I believe the pubs around Seatown had great crowds as well for their events and I was delighted to hear that”, noted Mark.

Ellie Goulding and Hozier played to 220 lucky fans but those that didn’t secure tickets stayed on to soak up the electric atmosphere and welcome the artists as they walked down Georges Quay.

The windows of the upstairs venue were thrown open so the crowds below could listen into the performances.

Fans of Ellie Goulding who hadn’t bagged a ticket or were too young to go to the show were not deterred from seeing the singer and gathered at the barriers to the stage door.

The singer stopped to sign autographs, greet fans and take photos on her way in and out of the venue

and on stage spoke of how touched she had been by the warm welcome.

She is probably the most mainstream pop artist that the Spirit Store has hosted and the singer put on a spectacular show. Given the Spirit Stores renown for being an excellent venue for indie, rock, folk and blues Goulding could have delivered one of her soulful acoustic. But much to everyone delight in the Spirit Store it was a pop-powerful performance fit for any festival.

The Best Female Solo winner at this year’s Brit Awards danced and sang her way through some of her biggest hits to date including Starry Eyed, Burn, I Need Your Love and Lights.

The crowd danced and sang with her celebrating this memorable and truly special, surprise, star-studded night for Dundalk.

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in Brief Dundalk Cursillo

Dundalk Cursillo: Monthly Ultreya and Prayer Meeting takes place on Friday September 26 at 8pm in the Confraternity Room, St Patrick’s Church, Dundalk.

Pink Ribbon

Volunteers are urgently required for Pink Ribbon Day in aid of the Irish Cancer Society on October 3. Contact Olive at 9326641, Bernie 9374234 or Pauline 9339257.

Disqualified

A driver who was stopped

by Gardai the morning after a night out was disqualified from driving for two years after admitting a drink driving offence.

Thomas McGee of 468 Ashiling Park, Dundalk, pleaded guilty to the offence on August 12 this year when he appeared at Dundalk District Court.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell stated that this was the residue of alcohol from the previous night and that his client had co-operated fully with Gardai.

Judge Flann Brennan also imposed a €300.

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in Brief

MS Collection

MS Louth Branch are holding their Church Gate Collection on September 27 and 28 in Dundalk and District. Please give generously to this worthy cause.

Dance show

DanzeMania School of Dance presents their show ‘To Live is to Dance’ in the Tain Arts Centre (Town Hall) Dundalk. This show will take place on Saturday September 20th at 7.30pm.

Tickets are €10 and can be purchased from the Tain box office.

Beekeepers show

Tom Shaw, Secretary County Louth Beekeepers Association County Louth Beekeepers Association will host their second Honey Show at the Teagasc Centre, Dublin Rd, Dundalk, on Saturday September 27. Entering of exhibits is from 9.30am to 11am and judging commences at Noon. The event is open to the public from 2.15pm to 3.15pm (no charge), with prize giving at 4pm. Return of exhibits from 5pm to 6pm.

The Fairways hotel was awash with red recently as Dundalk dancing school Scoil Rince Móna Ní Rodaigh celebrated a year of astounding successes in the world of competitive Irish dance.

This past 12 months have seen the school once again confirm its place as one of the world’s finest as dancers were crowned Ulster, Irish National and World Champions.

Saturday night saw the dancers, their parents

and their teachers take to the tiles in an effort to celebrate all the hard work and, of course, the rewards they reaped in return.

The evening began with a presentation of certificates to all dancers who had participated in ‘Grade examinations’ earlier in the day.

Far from the stereotypical ‘feis’ world, grade exams test the dancers’ skills in a more conventional exam setting and students were then presented with

acknowledgements of the many successes throughout the year.

In particular however the school was celebrating the massive haul of four World Globes which were won at the World Championships in London earlier this year.

From the youngest agegroup (sub-minor U11) to Senior, there were two third place globes, Dundalk Dancing School Scoil Rince Ni Rodaigh one second place and certificates depicting the After a tremendous many of the school’s the ultimate price for the grades which they had pre-party traditional multi talented dancers, Junior Mixed ceili (u16) achieved. music session, featuring festivities began with – World champions.

An incredible cake to celebrate the school’s achievements was provided by Joanne Brodigan of Londis, Quay St and presentations were made to the world champions from their teachers.

This was followed by a repeat performance of the teams winning dance and a ‘step down the line’ from the school’s students.

This was then followed by dancing of a different kind with letting their hair down.

Through a series of peace building workshops, digital arts training programmes and study visits, young people from Dundalk Youth Centre and Craobh Rua have

created digital arts pieces.

These pieces take the form of film, photography, animation, music production and web design and they focus

on particular aspects of conflict resolution or peace building.

The exhibition of their work will open in Dundalk Youth Centre on Tuesday September 23 at

Charity and provides a creative Youth Centre for young people aged 12 to 18 years.

Through the provision of a Youth Café, Youth Arts Programmes and Youth Counselling

service young people have a place of their own to learn and develop their talents.

The Youth Cafe is open every evening after school from 3.30pm to 6pm.

Dundalk Youth Centre upcoming events 6.30pm. The Digital Arts Peace Project is funded by the EU Peace 3 Programme as Awarded By Louth Peace 3 Partnership.

We are currently recruiting for young

men’s group and young women’s group due to start on September 29 and 30, contact the centre for further details.

The Dundalk Youth Centre is a registered

Students celebrate Junior Cert results

Niamh Martin and Justine Bellew, St Vincents.

Amara Ibeh, Liam Kiernan and Conor McKenna, Colaiste Ris.

Megan Gaskin and Shauna Harmon, Colaiste Ris.

Megan Mahony and Sabhbh McCarthy, St Mary’s College.

Edward Caraher, St Mary’s ColShane Durnin, Cillian McGahon and lege.

Niamh Osborne and Naomi Uamai, St Vincents.

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Junior cert results

Hospital may face further beds cuts as HSE budget tightens

By Niamh Kirk

St.Vincent’s students (l-r) Eimear Curtin, Aoife O’Malley, Shannon O’Hanlon and Jane Connolly certainly had reason to celebrate when they achieved an outstanding 11 As each in their Junior Certificate results.

Turas thanks for support Turas Counselling Services Ltd would like to thank the staff and volunteers for their efforts at recent fundraising

efforts including, the popup shop in the Longwalk Shopping Centre and the Slieve Foy walk in Carlingford.

THERE are concerns that Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital may lose beds in the coming months after pre budget submission were leaked.

It was reported that emergency department opening hours could be cut and lose as many as 10 beds as the HSE’s budget tightens once again. Cuts of 5% were said to be proposed, equating to hundreds of millions of euro.

The level of patients waiting on trolleys in Our Lady of Lourdes has doubled in only 12 months.

Last August there were 165 patients who were left on trolleys because the hospital did not have the resources to facilitate them. This August there were 346.

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Association who analysed the national figures said that they confirmed an increasingly negative trend.

They said the figures,

the increased level of overcrowding and loss of dignity to patients, represent a dire warning for the entire health system and the Government, as the traditionally busy period of autumn/winter approaches.

The INMO say the level of overcrowding is as a result of an increasing demand and illustrates the immediate need for additional bed capacity (both acute and continuing care) to deal, properly, safely and respectfully, with admit-

Sports scholars to join DkIT DkIT welcomed nine new Sports Scholars to take up degree programmes on our Dundalk campus this week.

Four players from Dundalk FC, four more from Drogheda FC and another from Louth GAA were welcomed by President Denis Cummins as the first recipients of the new Sports Scholarship scheme.

Speaking this week President Cummins said, “We are very pleased at the success of the

scheme and at the enthusiasm of our new sports scholars.

I hope they will enjoy their studies here.”

This initiative is aimed at persons of outstanding sporting ability who wish to pursue a full-time third level education whilst simultaneously pursuing a professional soccer playing career at the highest level in Ireland.

These students will study a range of degree programmes

including Sports, Exercise and Enterprise, Accounting and Finance, Business and Management and Health Sciences.

The programme is managed

by Sports and Society officer Derek Crilly who said, “For a small county, Louth produces more than its fair share of talented sports people. We are committed here at DkIT to nurturing that talent and providing opportunities for

athletes to pursue their careers whilst fulfilling their academic potential. If anyone wants to find out more about the scheme they can do so by emailing me at sports@dkit.ie. ”

Pictured are: From Dundalk FC; Paul Finnegan, Manuel Kaguako, Conor McDonald, & Craig Pentony, Drogheda United FC; Ciaran Cluskey-Kelly, Ciaran O’Connor, Sean O’Connor , Dominic Mahon, and from Louth GAA, Dean Maguire.

ted patients requiring in-patient care.

There were calls to reject further cuts in health budget.

A spokesperson described the figures as “very stark and disturbing” and added that “any talk of further bed closures, as a result of an inadequate health budget, must be rebuffed and rejected outright”.

The government must also, in approaching the budget for 2015, acknowledge the extent of this crisis

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and stop pretending that the health service can do more with less.

Liam Doran, INMO General Secretary said it was vital to put the patient first.

“There is no choice but to open closed beds, immediately, and address the staffing crisis. The winter is coming and we must prepare accordingly.

“Therefore, the patient comes first and budgets must respond to need not bureaucrats.”

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in Brief Music Generation

Music Generation Louth is working with Na Piobairi Uilleann to develop the next generation of pipers in the county. Group and individual classes available in Dundalk and Drogheda on Monday afternoon/evenings in LMETB Champ St, Dundalk at 4pm. Instrumental loan is available through the pipes hire scheme directly from Na Piobairi Uilleann at the annual cost of 100 euro. For inquiries and booking contact: Gemma Murray, Coordinator, Music Generation Louth by email:gmurray@ lmetb.ie and/or tel 042 93 64635. www. musicgenerationlouth.ie

Charity Cycle A charity cycle, organised

by Silverbridge Harps, will take place on Sunday September 21 departing from Siliverbridge GAC at 10am. Registration is a t 9am with a fee of £10.

Minimum age is 13 years, and 13 to 16 year-olds must be accompanied by an adult. Distance is 15 miles or 60 miles. Proceeds in aid of Peter Grant and Children’s Haematoloty Unit, Royal Victoria Hospital, Cancer Outreach and Support Together.

Man hopes to get treatment in jail A man who pleaded guilty to a variety of offences at Dundalk District Court was remanded in custody to allow him the opportunity to avail of treatment.

Michael Murden of 529 Ashling Park, who has a number of previous convictions, will appear again before the court on October 1.

The court heard that on January 23 a resident in Castleross heard a noise in his house at 2.30am and when he went downstairs he saw the defendant half way through his kitchen window before he fled the scene.

The following day the man’s car was stolen and it was discovered that the keys were

missing.

On January 5, 2014, a man was delivering pizza to Ashling Park and a man came to the door and took the pizza without paying.

When he returned to his car he was approached by a man wearing a scarf who demanded money and the keys of his car.

During the course of the incident the scarf fell off the defendant’s face and the delivery man recognised him as the man who took the pizza.

At 2.40am Gardai came across the car in which the defendant was a passenger. He said he didn’t know the car was stolen and initially denied being involved in the burglary.

On July 15 the defendant went into the Maxol filling station on Castletown Road and poured petrol on the ground and set it alight, but Insp Beggy explained that fortunately it burnt out. He repeated this at another pump resulting in a clean-up bill of €100.

On July 13 Mr Murden had entered the filling station shop and stole beer to the value of €16.

Solicitor, Peter Lavery, explained that his client was drunk on each occasion and that he was seeking treatment while in custody.

Judge Flann Brennan adjourned the case until October 1.

Athletes from Mountpleasant AC enjoying their weekly training session in Kilcurry. Training currrently takes place outdoor (weather permitting) from 6.30 to 7.30pm. Indoor training in October for U-8 is from 6.15pm to 7pm, and from 7pm to 7.45pm for over 8.

RCNE say thanks for support RAPE Crisis North East would like to sincerely thank everyone who supported and took part in our coffee morning on Thursday September 11 at the Oriel Centre, Dundalk Gaol.

Thank you to the friends of Rape Crisis North East who kindly provided sponsorship for the event and raffle prizes: Crumb Rubber Ireland Ltd, The Jockeys Bar & Restaurant, Kennedys Railway Bar, The Windsor Bar &

Restaurant, The Home Bakery, Snap-on-Tools and Kilbeggan Distillery. They also want to sincerely thank the staff of the Oriel Centre, Dundalk Gaol who facilitated all their needs on the day.

All proceeds resulting from this fundraising event will go directly towards the counselling and support services of the centre.

It is as a result of these kind efforts and continued support that RCNE are able to continue to of-

fer professional services in Dundalk and at our Outreach Centre in Drogheda.

They wish to acknowledge this valued support, as it helped greatly and was most appreciated by all staff involved with this successful fundraising event.

For information or counselling support, please phone our Freephone Confidential Helpline Number 1800 21 21 22 and a counsellor will be available.

Music Generation pipe up information sessions Music Generation Louth is working in association with Na Piobairi Uilleann to develop the next generation of pipers in the County by offering affordable classes and instrument hire available locally.

Piper Emmet Gil has been touring to a

large number of schools in the county over the past couple of weeks giving demonstrations of the instrument and promoting the classes in uilleann pipes that are available through Music Generation Louth in Dundalk and Drogheda on Monday evenings.

For anyone who might be interested in taking up the instrument, two information sessions have been organised to take place on Monday September 22: At Music Generation Louth, LMETB, Chapel St, Dundalk at 4pm and 7pm at St Oliver’s Community

College, Rathmullen, Drogheda.

Further information is available on website www.musicgenerationlouth.ie and/or contact: Music Generation, LMETB, Chapel St, Dundalk tel 93 64635 or by email: musicgeneration@lmetb.ie

St Louis students celebrate Junior Cert

Twins Gillian and Rachael Browne are delighted with their Junior Cert results

Blaithín Hughes and Eimear Shine with their combined 16 A grades

Niamh Hayes, Hannah Stewart, Eime ar Shine, Aislinn Taggart and Justi ne O’ Hare with their 21

her Lauren Mc Caul is congratulated by

sister Eva

A grades

Insa Shahid secured 10 A grades in her Junior Cert exams

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Sanda MMA impressive win

This is the brilliant Sanda MMA Junior and Senior Warriors, with their coach Darren Lowry, from TSR Gym who went to the Irish Chinese Boxing Association’s (ICBA) Autumn Open in Dublin.

They all put in extreme hard work and dedicaton and came back with 37 medals for Sanda Dundalk. (16 Gold, 13 Silver and 8 Bronze.)

Embracing peace together Louth Peace and Reconciliation Partnership are hosting their final event on September 22 in the Crowne Plaza Hotel.

This event ‘Embracing Peace Together’ will provide an opportunity to reflect on the learning from Peace III and will also take a look at what education has to contribute to building a peaceful, cohesive and equal society in Louth.

The Peace III Programme which concludes in September 2014 will be followed by the Peace 1V Programme for which details are now emerging. It is anticipated that the final stage of consultation relating to development of Local Authority Action plans for Peace IV will begin in

early 2015.

“The Peace III Programme has supported projects which have contributed to a greater understanding of the complexities of cultural diversity and have assisted groups to become more conversant and aware of the impact of the Northern Conflict in Louth and conflict across Europe”, said Valerie Artherton Manager of Louth Peace and Reconciliation Partnership .

The seminar guest speakers include Kathleen Lynch Professor of Equality Studies, School of Social Justice UCD and Andy Pollack former Director of the Centre for Cross Border Studies based in the University of Ulster.

They will look at the potential contribution of education to peace building on both sides of the border and priorities for the future.

The origins of the Peace Programme when it began in 1995 were a direct result of the European Union’s desire to make a positive response to the opportunities presented by developments in Northern Ireland peace process during 1994, especially the announcement of cessation of violence.

Anyone interested in attending the seminar on 22 September should contact carole.mcguffin@louthcoco.ie or catherine. wallace@louthcoco.ie on or before 17 September .

RECENT DEATHS Marie Smyth (nee Grey), Lis na Dara, Carrick Road, and formerly of Mourneview, Dublin Road, Dundalk, peacefully in Carlingford Nursing Home on Sunday September 4. Marie, beloved wife of the late PJ and dear mother of Eoin, Fiona, and Fintan.

Deeply regretted by her sons, daughter, son-inlaw, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, brotherin-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Mary McDonald (née McNulty) Priory Villas, Dundalk, peacefully, in the tender and dedicated care of the staff of St. Francis’ Nursing Home, Mount Oliver on Saturday September 13. Beloved wife of the late John (Jack) and dear mother of Gerard, Jacqueline (Pepper), Bernard (Benny) and the late Peter and Muriel (Dunlevy). Deeply and sincerely regretted by her loving sons, daughter, sister Annie McNulty,

sons-in-law Michael Dunlevy and Brendan Pepper, daughters-inlaw Anne and Donna, grandchildren Niall, Alan, Anna, Ruairí, Elena and Ben, great-grandchildren Jacob, Oscar and Malo, sister-in-law Mona, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Michael Carroll, Wolf Tone Terrace, Dundalk, peacefully in Dealgan House Nursing Home on Friday September 12. Michael beloved husband of Maureen (nee Clancy), predeceased by his parents, John and Annie (Dolly) Cunningham, brothers Vincent, Malachy, sisters Mary and Anna.

Very deeply regretted by his loving family wife, brothers Jim, Leo and Oliver, sister Agnes McCusker, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Molly (Mary) Parks, 30 Culhane Street, Dundalk, peacefully

in the Louth County Hospital, Dundalk on Thursday September 11. Predeceased by her parents Michael and Mary, brother Joe and sister Nora Busby. Molly will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her sisters Kathleen Hanna, Maureen Patterson and Connie Mulhern, bothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Dermot Browne, Dunleer and Cork, suddenly at Cork University Hospital on Wednesday September 10.

Dearly loved husband of the late Margaret and loving father of Anne, Janet, Bernard, Louise, Gerard, Maria and Claire.

Sadly missed by his loving family, brother Malachy, sons-in-law, daughtersin-law, grandchildren, great- grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sistersin-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, carers and friends.

Michael Morris, Long Avenue, Dundalk, peacefully at home on Thursday September 11. Michael, beloved husband of the late May (nee Durnin). Deeply regretted by his cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives, lifelong neighbour and friend Kathleen Clarke and many friends.

Maura Mulgrew (née Flynn) Cluan Enda, Dundalk, peacefully in her 98th year at her residence, on Wednesday September 10. Beloved wife of Pat and loving mother of Anne (Morgan), Elizabeth (Ponisi) and Pat, predeceased by her baby son Donal, sisters Mairead, Sibeal, Briege, and Phil Doyle in August of this year. Very deeply regretted by her husband, son, daughters, sons in-law, daughter inlaw, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nephews, nieces, extended family relatives, neighbours and friends.

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Family Notices

ANNIVERSARY

John Campbell 2nd Anniversary occurs on the 17th of September 2014.

Uncle John we will always remember, Your bravery and your love That caring wise and watchful eye Which now peers at us from above Love Chloe, Sean, Abbie Lara and Keely In our hearts your memory lingers, Sweetly tender, fond & true There is not a day, dear brother That we do not think of you Love always Siobhan, Kerri, and Tara To lose a fine and precious son Weather man or boy Deprives the heart of all its warmth and life of so much joy Love forever Mum and Dad We will never forget you and know we have been blessed to have you as our brother in law because you were the best Missed by Sean, Gavin and Kenneth

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

Kevin (Victor) Murray whose Birthday occurs 20th September Our lives go on without you Though nothing is the same We have to hide the heartache When someone speaks your name You did so many things for us Your heart was kind and true As long as we were happy You were happy too.

Happy birthday Son, sadly missed By your Mam & Dad xxx

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

A butterfly came floating by And we thought we knew his face It landed just in front of us And spread its wings of lace We looked and saw it smiling And winked and flew away We are sure we heard it whisper I’m with you every day Happy birthday bro Love and miss you so much Your sister Jackie, Sean & Nephews Sean, Christopher & Jason xxx I cannot send a Birthday card, or greetings on the phone, words are few, thoughts are deep.

So Happy Birthday Victor, I send you all my love, not in the usual way, but on the wings of a dove.

Today, tomorrow, my whole life through, I will always love and remember you.

Happy Birthday Victor, Love and miss you so much.

From your Sister Anita, partner Gus and Godson Aaron XXX.

Taaffe 76th BIRTHDAY In loving memory of my Husband Paddy whose Birthday occurred 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 Katherina.

Novena to Saint Martha St. Martha, I resort to thee and to thy petition and faith, I offer up to thee this light which I shall burn every Tuesday for nine Tuesdays. Comfort me in all my difficulties through the great favour thou didst enjoy when Our Saviour lodged in thy house. I beseech thee to have definite pity in regard to the favour I ask (Mention favour). Intercede for my family that we may always be provided for in all our necessities. I ask thee St. Martha to overcome the dragon which thou didst cast at thy feet. One Our Father and three Hail Marys, and a Glory Be Amen; and a lighted candle every Tuesday and the above prayer made known with the intentions of spreading devotion to St. Martha.This miraculous Saint grants ever thing before the Tuesdays are ended. No matter how difficult. K.K.

Message of August 25th 2014 From Our Lady of Medugorje to the world “Dear children! Pray for my intentions, because Satan wants to destroy my plan which I have here and to steal your peace. Therefore, little children, pray, pray, pray that God can act through each of you. May your hearts be open to God’s will. I love you and bless you with my motherly blessing. Thank you for having responded to my call.”

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Easy Beginner Guitar Course For Adults starting in Spiritstore September 29th 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 0872186127 for details ONE TO ONE Music lessons. Learn to play today. Call 087 710 5258. www.dundalkmusiclessons.com DANCE CLASSES : Social ballroom and Latin dance classes recommencing at Dundealgan A.C.Hall Seatown on Monday 15th Sept. Beginners @ 7.30pm Improvers @ 8.45pm. Contact: 087-6556030 MATHS GRINDS : Maths grinds, Junior and Leaving cert by experienced tutor.

Available on a 1 to 1 basis. Secure a place for new term. Contact: 087-283-4156 REIKI – Reiki drop in sessions. 30 Minute Reiki every Tuesday Starting Sept 16th 7 – 9.30 pm. Out comers Building, 8 Roden Place, (Under the arch), Dundalk. Contact Linda: 085 108 0493.

VIOLIN & SINGING LESSONS : Violin & singing lessons €15 per half hour, work towards exams. Receive tuition from a qualified musician . Contact : 086-8926256 LINE DANCING : Line Dancing Lisdoo Arms new beginners class Wednesday 24th Sept @ 7.30pm. Contact 087-8506576 YOGA CLASSES : Yoga Classes 8 Roden Place every Thursday 5.45pm 55 + age , gentle class. Improvers class 7pm. Free trial Contact: 085-734-7133 or yogawell@ gmail.com JIVE & WALTZING : Dance Classes by Tommie Mac. The fun way to exercise.

Tallanstown Hall every Wednesday 8.30pm. Commencing October 1st. Tel: 087 391 6301.

LEARN REIKI HEALING. Want to be a healer to help others. First we need to heal ourself. Reiki level 1 can help you on the road to self discovery and much more. For more info contact: Paul Levins 086 344 6944.

GERRY’S UPHOLSTERY SERVICE— Suites/Antique furniture repaired and re-covered. Better than new. 086-0800788 CHIMNEY & STOVE CLEANING Inspection & 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 9339922/9370101; www.dundalkbureaudechange.com. Accepting All Major Credit and Debit Cards.

PERFECT FIT ALTERATIONS—For all your sewing needs. Curtains, Hems, Zips & Repairs. 10% off for Slimming World members. Castletown Road: Tel: 042 9327837.

CHIMNEY CLEANER - The Clean sweep, clean & tidy, no dust. Brush & Vac. Also gutter cleaning. Contact - Cahal 087-2259799 LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE GIFT? Create a personalised newspaper page to celebrate a special occasion - birthday, anniversary, birth, sporting success etc. Contact 086 3238328 www.frontpagenews. ie A VAN & DRIVER available for furniture removal, also single items, 3 piece suites, cookers, fridges, washing machines. Day & night Tel 086 8704908 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 WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY SPECIALS— Beautiful wedding photography professional taken and presented in Picture Book Album With 150 photographs for €750.00 Peter Hughes Photography 087256-1161 or 042-933-3732 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. Contact anytime, on 087 260 2501.

EAMONN COONEY TV'S - AERIAL & SATELLITE, T.V, Freeview & Freesat Saorview Service & Repairs. Eamonn Cooney T.V. Phone 087 267 1809 ADVERTISE YOUR SERVICE to over 60,000 readers for only €5 per week up to 20 words Phone Dundalk Leader 042 9320888 DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE— MoneyGram Money Transfer; Pay Household Bills; Payzone/Postpoint; Buy Stamps; Phone Top-ups; Prepaid Credit Cards; Sterling and Euro Cheques Available; Best Rates Guaranteed; No Commission. 8 Park St (Open 7 Days, 8am -11pm) & 4 Linenhall St (Open Mon-Sat).

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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.everkleen.ie OUSE & APARTMENT CLEANING Service. Specializing in Re-Let & Spring Cleaning. Fully insured. For a free quotation contact Everkleen 042 9352717 / 087 6873188, www.everkleen.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 0876563705 for free quote.

DUNDALK COMPUTER REPAIR CENTRE—We fix PCs, laptops, tablets, ipads, iphones and smartphones. 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 BUILDER & HOME MAINTAINENCE— Building, woodwork, painting, lawn cutting, all jobs. No job to big or too small.

Tel. Brian 087 295 2529 APPLIANCE DOCTOR. Domestic appliances repaired. Washing machines, Tumble Dryers, Cookers, Dishwashers, Fridges – All household appliance repairs & installations Call Bob 042 938 2241, 087 790 9182

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

A ALTERATIONS - For all your tailoring/ sewing needs. Zips in Trousers/Jeans €10.50. Curtains altered, Jeans patched, dry cleaning service. Zips in Jackets €15.

Long Walk Shopping Centre. Contact 933-3380 / 087-968-8518 KI MASSAGE THERAPY- Allow me to help free the tension from both mind and body with a beautiful relaxing KI MASSAGE. Call now for more details and to make a booking. Mags Murtagh 086853 1854 GARDENS TIDIED - Hedges cut, trees trimmed & topped. Tel. 087 229 6441 or 089 444 9028.

RING - A - DRINK 9337229 Spring a party or BBQ with friends, we deliver 5pm – 10pm daily. Northend Bar, Bridge Street Tel 042 933 7229 O’Brien Landscaping, Lawncutting, Fencing, Decking, Slabbing, Power Washing Driveways, Gutters and Fascias, Clean ups Call Brian 087 295 2529 ACE GARDEN SERVICES – Tree topping, felling, hedge trimming. RUBBISH REMOVALS – Garage clearance, House & Garden refuse. Permit holder. Contact : Tom 085-113-3358 HANDYMAN - Handyman available to do general house work including tree maintenance, cutting grass, trimming hedges, painting indoors and outdoors, unblocking drains etc : Contact Romas 086-228-8444 CHILDRENS ENTERTAINER – Professional children’s entertainer. Magic available for private parties etc. Contact : 087601-6795 www.keithmccabemagician. ie FORTUNE TELLER - Available for appointment, private or group bookings.

Tel. Alison 042 9335102.

PAINTER & HANDYMAN – Painting, wallpapering, wooden floors, tiling & odd jobs. Reliable & tidy. Competitive rates. Contact 086-876-0272 CHIMNEY CLEANING : Chimney cleaning service dust free vac & brush, very clean, all chimneys cleaned professional work guaranteed, for a free quote contact Tommy : 087-186-9164 MOBILE HAIRDRESSER. Cut €20, colour €30, highlights full head €55, highlights half head €40. Call Emma: 085 156 0788

Magician & Balloon Modeller available for all parties, communions, confirmation etc., contact ‘Odenni’ Owen Rice 042-9372455 or 087-2473342 ALL ROOFING REPAIRS : All roofing repairs, we fix gutters, fascia & soffit, all broken tiles, slates, ridge and banger blue and torch –on. All work guaranteed, 25 years experience, free quotations Tel Paul 086 8184827 DUNDALK HYPNOTHERAPY : Quit smoking, weight loss, fears & phobias, anxieties and depression. Tel. 085 119 2854.

articles 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 secondhand furniture on display. Suite Re-Upholstery and Furniture Repair Service. Tel 042 932 9111 or call Paddy 086 3207383 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

classes & courses TEFL ENGLISH TEACHER - Available for private tutoring, all levels from beginner through to advanced. MY HOME/YOUR HOME Tutering Service. Competitive hourly rates. Tel. Peter 086 811 1495 or www.tefllouth.com to arrange appointment.

LINEDANCING : New beginners class starts Tuesday 9th September & 7pm in Fairways Hotel. Contact 087-261-8773 Get fit the fun way and learn to dance your first wedding dance, Waltz, Quickstep, Foxtrot and Jive in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Classes now taking place in the Lisdoo, Tuesday 8-10pm, beginners 8–9pm, intermediate 9–10pm.Also classes in the Barbican Centre Friday’s from 8-10pm Contact 0863573271 for further information.

MEDIATION : Mediation & self healing, learn different styles of Mediation, learn different methods to heal the body. For 8 weeks. Further info Contact Paul: 086344-6944

Special Services special services WE CAN DISTRIBUTE your leaflets from €65 + vat per thousand Phone Dundalk Leader 042 932 0888

SITUATIONS VACANT vacant situations CLS RECRUITMENT are recruiting for the following positions on local projects: Machine Drivers/Operatives, Electricians, Plumbers, Painters, General Labourers, 1st & 2nd Fix Carpenters, Tilers & Welders.

Pracownicy Budowlani z safe passem potrzebni w Dundalk & Drogheda. Please provide safe pass number and licence/ ticket number where relevant. Send CV to info@clsrecruitment.ie INDIAN CHEF : Indian chef required for Indian Restaurant €13.50p.h. Send C.V. to zain_00353@hotmail.com EARN EXTRA CASH : National Charity requires persons for door-to-door fund raising venture. May suit retired or semiretired people. Please phone James on 085-1836261 for details.

RELIABLE PERSON : Required to look after elderly person 3-4 nights per week.

Cooley area. Contact 087 943 2072 ANTIQUE RESTORATION ANTIQUE RESTORATION Meek Antique Restoration, Scots Pine Cottage, Jenkinstown, Bellurgan, Co. Louth Est.2003 We can restore your antique tables, chairs and repair general family heirlooms Tel 087 2486689 PUPS

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Sensei Mary Marcus with Sensei Rick Hotton 5th Dan

Mary attends Dublin seminar

Now Under New Management

Sensei Mary Marcus, Head of Dundalk Karate, recently travelled to Kilnamanagh Community Centre in Dublin where she trained with Sensei Rick Hotton 5th Dan. This was the first time that Sensei Rick Hotton travelled to Ireland to teach and for any serious karate-ka wishing to develop their understanding of karate, it was a chance not to be missed.Numerous karate-ka from all over Ireland travelled to Dublin to attend.

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Postanowiliśmy w tym roku nieco ujednolicić nasze artykuły, tak by w każdym miesiącu dotknąć różnorodnej tematyki. A jednocześnie by zachować pewną systematyczność. Stąd gorąca prośba, jeśli nurtuje Was jakiś temat, lub macie pomysł o czym chcielibyście czytać w Dundalk Leaderze – zapraszam do przesyłania mi informacji na ten temat: angie_23@ o2.pl, w temacie listu wpisujcie Dundalk Leader.

Dziś tematem jest strój ludowy KUJAWSKI. Jak wszyscy pewnie wiecie Polski Folklor jest bardzo różnorodny, każdy z regionów jest reprezentowany przez inne kolory i hafty o różnorodnych motywach, a także inną biżuterie, nakrycia głowy i tkaniny.

Dlaczego akurat Kujawski, głównie dlatego, że pochodzę z Torunia i ten strój nosiłabym gdybym urodziła się zaledwie paredziesiąt lat wcześniej na wszystkie ważne okazje.

Najstarsze informacje na temat stroju kujawskiego pochodzą z lat 30. XIX w. Strój kujawski występuje w wielu odmianach, zależnych zarówno od czasu, miejsca, jak i zamożności osób. Największy rozwój stroju to koniec XIX w. do I wojny światowej.

Strój ludowy na Kujawach ma cechy właściwe szlachty i burżuazji. Ubrania szyto z dobrego gatunkowo sukna i jedwabiu, często sprowadzanego z zagranicy, dlatego były one bardzo kosztowne (jeden z najbogatszych ubiorów w Polsce). Stroje te powstawały na całym obszarze Kujaw. Mimo podziału tego regionu na zabór niemiecki i rosyjski, mimo niewątpliwych różnic społecznych, niejednolitych warunków gospodarczych oraz ekonomicznych wynikłych ze statusów prawnych, innych w części zachodniej i wschodniej, wszyscy Kujawiacy posiadali odświętne stroje niemal identyczne.

Mężczyźni nosili długie sukmany z granatowego płótna, szerokie płócienne spodnie, w kolorze błękitnym lub w paski i czarne skórzane buty do połowy łydki. Latem ubierali kaftany granatowe, ciemnozielone lub czarne, które przewiązywali granatowo-amarantowymi pasami. Stroje młodzieży męskiej różniły się w szczegółach od strojów dorosłych mężczyzn.

Strój kobiet składał się z następujących części: spódnicy ze stanem bez rękawów, gorsetu, kiecki płóciennej lub wełnianej bez stanu, kaftana lub kabatu sukiennego granatowego lub ciemnozielonego z krótką pelerynką, podszytego często barankami lub królikami, fartucha płóciennego szerokiego, chustki wełnianej na głowie, u kobiet zamężnych-czepiec z muślinu, trzewiki skórkowe czarne obszyte czerwoną lub zieloną tasiemką.

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Event Guide

Swedish singer/songwriter on musical camper tour Swedish singer/ songwriter Sofia Talvik toured with her music for 16 months, through 37 states in the USA in an

old RV on her Drivin’ & Dreaming Tour.

Now she’s coming to Ireland and will be performing in The Spirit

Marty Wilde & The Wildcats plus Toppers Showband Friday 19th Sept - Tickets €25

Friends In Low Places Fri. 26th Sept - Tickets €20

Phantom and the Musicals

Friday 19th September live music with

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Sat. 4th Oct Tickets €20

Dolly Parton The Songs The Story with Heidi McCaffrey Sat. 18th Oct. Tickets €25

Ellen kent's

Madama Butterfly with a full 30 piece orchestra Friday 24 Oct Tickets €25, €34, €40

Oba NIa Concert with Adenyi Allen Taylor

Sat. 25th Oct Tickets €15/€11

JEDWARD

Sun. 26th Oct. Tickets €30 / €100

The Gospel according to Elvis Fri. 31st Oct. Tickets €20

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

Saturday 20th September live music with

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In November 2011 Sofia Talvik set off on the

adventure of a lifetime, a journey that would include 37 states and over 250 concerts over the course of 16 months.

“Unmistakably Nordic in flavor, Sofia somehow still conforms to American interpretations of h er own original

acoustic folk ­music, a North Sea siren blending­ sparkle and melancholy in a visually-­arresting solo ­presentation.”

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Great buzz at Ardee Concert Band workshop The last few weeks have been hectic ones to say the least for Ardee Concert Band.

They held a workshop weekend in August with Paul Lovatt Cooper from Britain.

Paul is the most sought after composer with one of the most superb talents in music of his generation.

Paul Lovat-Cooper’s musical works have been performed to

sell-out audiences at London’s Royal Albert Hall, New York’s Carnegie Hall aswell as Australia’s Sydney Opera House.

The band have recently played in the National Concert Hall, as part of an Anniversary Tribute Show: “A Tribute to Elvis” in aid of Our Lady’s Hospice, Harolds Cross on Saturday August 30.

The show comprised A Full Piece Band made up of members from Ardee and The Lourdes Brass Band, Drogheda along with two choirs, The Maynooth Gospel Choir and The Millicent Singers from Clane in Co. Kildare coming together to celebrate 60 years rock’n’roll with a tribute to its founder, Elvis Presley.

The show featured Anthony Bradley as Elvis and his backing singers and electric back line also rocked the audience to Elvis’ 20 numbers sang on the night. New and original arrangements of music were specially written by composer and conductor for the evening Brendan Students from Scoil Rince Móna Ní Rodaigh who participated in the Grade Examinations with their cerBreslin. tificates “There was a huge buzz on and off stage on the night and in the lead up to the concert, and everyone enjoyed the night, it was a huge honour to be able to play in such a special venue as the National Concert Hall” , said Sinéad Nutley, Band PRO. Ardee Concert Band are also currently looking for new members, aged eight years and over, to start lessons on recorder and possibly other instruments.

The band committee express their sincere thanks for all the past support the people of FRIDAY OCTOBER 24th Ardee have given to 10pm - 12 midnight the band in previous collections and in & 12 midnight - 2am many other ways SATURDAY OCTOBER 25th throughout the year.

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New Hyundai i20

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Details of the new generation Hyundai i20 have been released and it is expected to go on sale in the new year.

Hyundai have moved on a long way since the introduction of the i20’s predecessor the Getz in 2002. The European designed second generation i20 is gunning straight at the likes of the market leaders in the populated ‘B’ segment of cars with competitors such Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo in their targets. The new car will be built at Hyundai’s plant located at Izmit in Turkey.

The new Hyundai i20 has a bigger footprint than the current model at 4035 mm long x 1734 mm wide x 1474 mm high – which makes it some 40 mm longer and 24 mm wider. The result is more interior space and Hyundai claim that it can comfortably accommodate five adults with ease. It will swallow up 10 per cent more luggage with the boot space being increased to 326 litres with the seats in place – with the seats down this increases to 1042 litres.

There is a choice of ei-

ther two petrol or two diesel engines, all of which Euro 6 compliant.

The petrol options, are a 1.25-litre unit with either 75PS or 84PS output and a 1.4-litre which develops 100PS. The 1.4-litre is available with the choice of either a six-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, where the 1.25-litre units have a five-speed gearbox.

On the diesel front you can choose between a 1.1-litre 75PS or a 1.4-litre 90PS unit – both with a six-speed manual gearbox. Do not expect the 1.1-litre to be nippy as Hyundai are quoting a 0-62 mph

time of around 16 seconds.

Hyundai haven’t confirmed fuel consumption or CO2 emission for any of the engines.

There will be four trim levels, ‘Access’, ‘Comfort’, ‘Panorama’ and ‘LED’ – full details have yet to be confirmed.

Although we do know, that there will be option of a dashboardintegrated 7-inch satellite navigation system, automatic folding door mirrors, front and rear parking assist, and smartphone docking integration. And that USB and auxiliary connectivity is fitted as standard and can be

specified with an integrated My Music function along with Bluetooth hands free, where up to 1GB of music can be stored and played Hyundai are introducing a lot of new technology into the new i20 including some segment firsts including hill start assist control, lane departure warning, front and rear parking assist, heated steering wheel, static bending headlamps and automatic defog system.

All models will receive Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) and six airbags - front, side and curtain.

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2005 PEUGOT 206 CONVERTIBLE 1.6 61000 MILES NCT TESTED €3950

2004 TOYOTA AVENSIS 1.8 LUNA 103000 MILES 1 OWNER €3250

2010 TRANSIT CONNECT 1.8 T/D 59000 MILES €7250 + VAT

Tel: 042 933 1171

Or Brendan 087 2051161 or Pat 087 2450631

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141 NEARLY NEW SALE NOW ON

5

YEARS UNLIMITED MILEAGE WARRANTY YEARS ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

CAPTUR 1.5 dCi Intense

FLUENCE 1.5 dCi R-Link

CLIO 1.2 R-Link

ALL TRADE-INS ACCEPTED 0% FINANCE AVAILABLE LOW MILEAGE UP TO

BLACKSTONE MOTORS

Newgrange Business Park, Donore Road, Drogheda Tel: 041 983 1100 www.blackstonemotors.ie Finance example: Renault Clio Expression retail price €14900, Less trade in / Deposit of €3900. Finance amount €11000, €305.55 per month over 36 months. No document & completion fee. HPP is €14900. 0% APR. This is a hire purchase agreement. Finance provided by RCI Financial Services Limited, Block 4 Level 6, DundrumTown Centre, Dublin 16. Subject to status. Guarantees and indemnities may be required. Terms and conditions apply.

Nearly New €30,000 giveaway SAVE €4000 141 Mondeo Style 1.6t/d 5yr warranty price new €26500 our price €22500

SAVE €4000 141 Ecosport 1.6 t/d luxury spec price new €28500 our price €24500

SAVE €2000 141 fiesta 1.0 Zetec only 2000kms! price new €19500 our price €17500

SAVE €4000 142 Kuga Zetec 2.0 t/d 2000kms price new €34000 our price €29995

SAVE €2000 141 Fiesta 1.0 Zetec 5dr 5 yr warranty price new €18500 our price €16500

SAVE €12250 132 Galaxy Titanium full leather 8000 miles top spec price new €50000 our price €37750

SAVE €2000 142 Ecosport 1.6 t/d never driven price new €25500 our price €23500

SAVE €2000 142 Courier van 1.5t/d 2000kms price new €16500 our price €14500

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MASSIVE LEATHER sale

HUGe DISCOUNTS ON ALL SOFAS

open 7 days

SUNDAY 2-5.30pm

FREE PARKING

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North link home park, coes road, dundalk.

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