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Two local women are proving that age does not have to be a barrier to anything as Dundalk’s version of the ‘Golden Girls’ are still going strong at 90 years young.

Agnes Mackin and Jean Newell are showing no signs of putting their feet up as they continue to offer their time and expertise to charity shop Oxfam on a daily basis.

With almost 60 years service to Oxfam between them it is fair to say the town’s most experienced shop assistants have played a huge part in Oxfam’s continued success in Dundalk and according to both women they have loved every single minute working in the charity shop.

Agnes, from Carroll Meade, who celebrated her 90th birthday on Friday November 6 Agnes Mackin celebrates her 90th birthday with Laura Smith, walked into Oxfam on Church Marie Neary and Sheila Farrell; Inset: Jean Newell in Oxfam has been thoroughly to retire just yet.

St. back in 1994 and 21 years the town centre shop.

According to Agnes her time enjoyable and she has no plans Continued on Page 7 later she is still going strong in

Local woman escapes Paris terror A LOCAL woman is counting her blessings after surviving the horrific terrorist attacks in Paris on Friday night.

Katie Healy, from Blackrock, was attending the Eagles of Death Metal concert in the Bataclan Theatre when the terrorists struck, killing 89 people.

Speaking about the traumatic experience, Katie explained that she and her boyfriend, David Nolan from Cork, survived by ‘playing dead’ and making a miraculous escape when a door opened near them.

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Bernie is still bringing a smile to people’s faces

By Eunan Whyte

Bernie Baldwin spent much of life bringing a smile to people’s faces by helping them experience the pleasure of music and drama.

As a result it was fitting that a reunion night in his honour produced a similar feel-good factor that left all in attendance with a spring in their step.

The life and work of Bernie was celebrated at a special function, organised by his daughter Frances McCrystal, in the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Friday November 6, which was attended by many of those who had been involved

in his productions over the years.

It was decided to hold the event to mark the 60th anniversary since Bernie took to the stage and up until his passing in 2003, he was involved in many productions and inspired many to perform in front of an audience.

Bernie would have been proud of the fact that many of those he encouraged to perform were present on the night and took part in the special cabaret to recall memories of some great nights on stage.

According to a delighted Frances, the night was a huge success and in the end was worth all the hard work that

the years, while DVDs of many of the went into it.

“We really had a wonderful night shows were shown as the guests arand it was great to have a full house. rived.

One of those who took part in the Everybody responded as we would have hoped and they all enjoyed it, cabaret, Deirdre Rice, remarked that with some even wondering if we are the event really put everyone in a good mood. going to do it again next year.

“There was a really good vibe on “I think there were people there who had a connection with all the shows the night and it left everyone with a over the years and the cabaret was very good feeling. There was a hugesjust brilliant. There is no doubt that ense of nostalgia but also a lot of fun he would have been very proud of the and it was great to catch up with so performances on the night”, explained many people.

“People were still talking about it Frances. for days afterwards, so it really was a The event saw the room decoratedJohnLaverty_FL advert.pdf 1 01/10/2015 11:39:36 with photographs from down through great success”, she added.

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Chapter two contains historical pieces on Eamon de Valera, a visit to Omagh in 1999 and two poems on the Dundalk Union Workhouse at Rath.

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gardstown (Old) Graveyard; St. Paul’s Church at Haynestown, and The Mary Stoddart disaster (the latter being a joint collaboration with Charley McCarthy of the RNLI).

Noel, an employee of John Laverty Motor Factors, raised €1,100 from sales of his last poetry book, ‘New Leaves’, many of the copies being generously purchased by the staff of the many garages and shops where he distributes car parts.

‘Elements’ is on sale in Centra, Blackrock, Mark Quinn’s Supermarket on Sandy Lane, Pat Flanagan Mace, Dublin Road, and in Carroll’s Books at 77 Park Street.

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Christmas has come early for Oisín Watters from Dundalk/Carlingford area who scooped Louth Sinn Féin’s €10,000 jackpot. Pictured L-R: Cllr Jim Loughran, Louth SF Chair Ruairí O Murchú, Winner Oisín Watters, Antoin Watters (brother).

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Marist students attend web summit The Transition Year students from St. Mary’s College had the unique opportunity to attend the world-renowned Web Summit in Dublin recently. Schools from across Ireland competed for tickets, and St. Mary’s was delighted to secure their quota according to TY Coordinator and Year Head, Tommy Flynn, who also attended along with ICT Coordinator, John Englishby.

“We were thrilled to be chosen. The college has an excellent Business and Enterprise tradition, and an outstanding ICT background. This was the ideal opportunity for the students. The Web Summit is known throughout the world as a leading Technology event”, he stated.

The students enjoyed an evening of incredible talks, with the chance to learn from technology’s

Marist TY students Sarah Fleming, Niamh Kelly and Nicole Cumiskey.

most brilliant minds.

They were treated to inspirational presentations from Riley Ennis and Scott Harrison, both of whom explained their rise in the ever-changing and expanding technological world.

Riley took to the stage to share his journey from a young boy, who found science quite difficult at school, to an entrepreneur, whose start-up

company helps to fight cancer. Riley shared key tips for a successful startup – Passion. Problem.

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Scott’s presentation showed how his previous wild lifestyle left him feeling empty. This led him to set up charity: water. He had one mission: to end the water crisis in developing countries. He implored the audience to get involved by donat-

ing their birthday gift to the cause, highlighting all those who have supported him so far, including the Hollywood actor Will Smith.

The students were also introduced to a group of Irish primary school pupils and their mentors, who developed an educational app ‘BullyBug’, which is aimed at combatting bullying in schools.

Louth Lions Club asks shoppers to ‘give big’ Louth Lions Club and Tesco Ireland are asking shoppers to make a big difference to someone’s Christmas by donating a food item during a two-day Christmas Food Appeal, which will take place on Friday November 27 and

Saturday 28 in Tesco Dundalk and Longwalk.

During the two day appeal, a ‘shopping list’ with suggested non-perishable food items will be available to all customers as they enter their local Tesco store.

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Argued that arrest was not justified D A man who refused to give his name and address to Gardai claimed that they had no right to arrest him as he as not committing a crime.

Harry Taaffe of 36 O’Hanlon Park, Dundalk, claimed through his solicitor that Gardai can only ask for the name of a person if they suspect them of committing a crime.

Conor MacGuill stated that the evidence given in court was that the defendant was agitated and shouting, neither of which are an offence, and that as a result the case should be dismissed.

Order Act as the officer didn’t say what offence was being committed. He pointed out that the evit dence should have included that an opinion had been formed thatt an offence was being committed. o Insp Martin Beggy stated thatb there was no requirement to quoteg a specific offence and that the de-m fendant was in public place and shouting abuse. He added that theC Garda had spoken to the Mr Taaffew under that authority and was seek-w k ing his name and address.

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A total of 1,387 graduates receiving major awards from level 6 to level 10 at the annutal DkIT conferring ceremonies at the end of October.

Awards were conferred in the areas of Health & Science, Informatics and Creative Arts, Business and Humanities, Engineering and the Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching.

The ceremonies which took place in DkIT were attended by Irish, European and Asian graduates, their family and friends, members of the Executive Board, Academic Council, Governing Body, representatives from all academic schools and educational partners.

After an academic procession, Vice President for Academic Affairs &

Elaine Callan and Catherine Barrett who received a BA(Hons) in General Nursing at the Conferring of Awards held in DkIT

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Mr Cummins then awarded ‘Presidents Prizes for Academic Excellence’, to the top students graduating from each programme.

Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Nursing graduate Majella McCafferty-Carmody received the Presidents prize for the ‘Enterprising Student of the Year 2014-2015’.

Mark McCormack, a graduate of the BA Hons in Social Care received the Presidents prize forL his ‘Contribution to the Life of the Institute or the Community’.

Over the two days, eight students were conferred with the degree of PhD while a further five received research Masters degrees.

L l Charities to benefit from Santa Run P DUNDALK Santa Run 2015 will this year attempt to set two World Records on the same day, Friday November 27.

The first record attempt will take place at 9am with 20 personnel from Aiken Barracks dancing a Conga Line for 10km through the streets of Dundalk.

This will be followed later that evening with the main Charity Santa Fun Run starting at 7pm were the organisers hope that the participants can break the record set in 2013 of 4,961 Santas.

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Dundalk District Court heard that on June 28 this year, at 4.35pm, Gardai were called to Carrickaneena, on the border with Jonesboro, where Mr Taaffe was in an agitated state. When they spoke to others at the scene, the defendant was shouting abuse.

After he twice refused to give his name and address, he was arrested under the Public Order Act. The defendant became agitated with the Garda and assistance was called for.

Mr MacGuill stated that the Garda evidence didn’t comply with the regulations of the Public

St.Vincent’s School graduates Nicole Sherry, Katie Brady and Meabh Sloane were honoured at the Maynooth University Entrance Scholar and Awards Ceremony recently. The trio are working towards their Arts Degree and were eligible for the €1000 award as they each achieved over 550 points in their Leaving Certificate exam.

great fun at the same time.

The Santa Run will be used as a fund raising event for the following charities and any of these charities can be contacted for sponsorship cards: Beginning Experience, Children’s Heart Centre Crumlin, Dundalk First Responder Group, Cara Cancer Support Centre, Dundalk Dog Rescue, Dundalk Order of Malta, Dundalk Youth Centre, Louth Men’s Shed, Louth Volunteer Centre, MAD Youth Theatre, ONE Michael Neela Branch, Newry Dundalk Samaritans, Post Polio Support Group, SOSAD, St. Brigids School, Tu-

ras Counselling and Woodview Celtic FC. A Registration for the Charityc Santa Fun Run will take placea from Monday November 16 rightr through to the day of the SantaP Run Friday November 27 in the Longwalk Shopping Centre.

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Dundalk’s Golden Girls

Continued from Page 1 “I started in Oxfam 21 years ago after my husband died. My neighbour told me I should go up to Oxfam and offer to help them so I did and I have been there ever since. I love it as it gives me an interest and I’ve made so many friends over the years.

“I originally worked in Sharman Crawford’s in Dublin for Bill Russell who lived in Dundalk so I’ve always worked and to be honest I wouldn’t know what to do with myself if I stayed at home all day. I do repairs and stuff like that in the shop and I love it. I plan on staying here until they try and throw me out”, laughed Agnes.

Agnes’s colleague Jean Newell is also determined to keep helping out

in the shop and says that she has made some wonderful friends during her 38 years in Oxfam. Jean who is 90 next April put her longevity down to all the fun and laughter she has experienced in the shop during her time there.

“I couldn’t say enough good things about Oxfam. I started in the shop in Church St in 1977 and I’ve been doing the books in here ever since. I’ve made so many friends in my 38 years and I’ve enjoyed every single second.

“If you had any troubles or anything like that you’d soon forget them when you come in here. Marie Neary the shop manager and Laura Smith the deputy manager have been great to work for and I hope I work alongside them for many years to come”, stated Jean Newell Jean.

Laura Smith, Marie Neary, Agnes Mackin, Sheila Farrell, celebrating Agnes’ 90th birthday

Local woman is lucky to survive Paris terror attack

A LOCAL woman is counting her blessings after surviving the horrific terrorist attacks in Paris on Friday night.

Katie Healy, from Blackrock, was attending the Eagles of Death Metal concert in the Bataclan Theatre when the terrorists struck, killing 89 people.

Speaking about the traumatic experience, Katie explained that she and her boyfriend, David Nolan from Cork, survived by ‘playing dead’ and making a miraculous escape when a door opened near them.

Katie revealed that David had bravely protected her during the attack, and that the couple had said their goodbyes as the attackers walked around the theatre shooting people. Speaking to RTE News, she stated that

they just lay there and played dead before seeing their chance to escape.

David suffered a gunshot wound to the leg and was treated in hospital afterwards, while Katie escaped unhurt.

Katie and David were standing near a door enjoying the concert when they heard gunfire and saw sparks and flashing.

When people realised what was happening some tried to escape and that is when the full horror of the massacre became evident.

“When people attempted to run towards the exits, the gunmen began shooting indiscriminately at the crowd.

We lay on the ground and just played dead.

“It became quiet and

you could hear people moaning and then single shots started to fire.

“We realised that the gunmen were walking around killing everyone who lay with us.

“The gunman walked past us, we said our goodbyes when we realised what was happening us”, she explained.

“David wasn’t able to run, he didn’t tell me he’d been shot.

I thought he was in shock or something.

I dragged him for as long as I could’, she continued.

The couple managed to get to an apartment complex where a woman helped bring them to safety and tend to David’s wounds.

“We’re beyond lucky - people who were singing and dancing with us died”, Katie continued.

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in Brief Christmas Craft Fair

A Christmas Craft and Gift Fair in aid of the North Louth Hospice will be hgeld in the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Sunday November 22 from Noon until 6pm.

One of the highlights of the event will be the arrival of Santa at 2pm, while it will also include raffle, lucky dips, craft stalls and music.

Stalls on the day will include, jewellery, knits, carpentry, paper crafts, sweets, fairy doors, creams, candles, hampers, decorations, jams, dog treats, baking, writers, photography, paintings, prints, woodturning, quilting, felting and cosmetics.

Entry is free and North Louth Hospice is calling on all to support the event.

The organisers are grateful to all who have supported the event.

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in Brief Meals On Wheels

Dundalk Social Services require voluntary drivers to deliver Meals on Wheels on Wednesdays. This would be on a rota basis and would involve approximately one hour every five weeks.

If you can help please ring Elizabeth Duffy 0429332848, any weekday morning.

Christmas Shop Windows

Dunleer Tidy Towns have decided to hold a competition for the Best Christmas Shop window display in Dunleer over the Christmas Period. All shop owners have been notified of the competition which is now open and will run until December 14.

The award will be made for the best presented shop window with a Christmas theme.

This can be commercial or traditional.

The winner of the Competition will be announced on December 18 at 8pm in the Dunleer Inn at the annual Christmas Draw. The winner will receive a silver cup which has been kindly donated

by Cllr Colm Markey.

Coffee Evening

No roaming charges as of June 2017: Bringing down barriers in the Digital Single Market The European Commission welcomed the vote by the European Parliament to adopt the agreement reached in June to end roaming charges by June 2017 and to set net neutrality rules for the first time in EU law.

This means that from 15 June 2017 you will be able to use your mobile device when travelling in the EU paying the same prices as at home (domestic prices).What does the end of roaming charges mean?

It means that from 15 June 2017 you can use your mobile device when travelling in the EU paying the same prices as at home (domestic prices). For instance, if you pay for a monthly volume of minutes, SMS and data in your country, any voice call, SMS and data session you make while travelling abroad in the EU will be deducted from that volume as if you were at home, with no extra charges. This means the end of roaming charges as Europeans experience them today in their daily life.

The rules prevent abusive uses: for example, if the customer buys a SIM card in another EU country where domestic prices are lower to use it at home; or if the customer permanently stays abroad with a domestic subscription of his home country. This is not the usual use of roaming as the vast majority of Europeans experience it. These unusual behaviours are also called 'permanent roaming' and could have a negative impact on domestic prices, and ultimately on consumers. This is why there is a fair use safeguard. Once that limit is reached while being abroad, a small basic fee can be charged. This will be much lower than current caps (maximum prices that operators can charge consumers for roaming in the EU) and is likely to decrease even further. The Commission has been mandated to define the details of the fair use limit.

What happens until then?

As from April 2016, roaming prices will be cheaper: operators will only be able to charge a small additional amount to domestic prices up to €0.05 per minute of call made, €0.02 per SMS sent, and €0.05 per MB of data (excl. VAT).

This maximum roaming charge is about 25% of the current roaming caps for calls made and data, and 33% of the current roaming cap for SMS. Will the end of roaming charges increase domestic prices?

Since EU regulations have been introduced to reduce roaming charges, domestic mobile prices have been decreasing as well.

A transition period has been agreed to make the abolition of roaming charges sustainable throughout the EU without an increase in domestic prices. This transition period will ensure that when the end date comes (June 2017), the wholesale costs of operators when they offer mobile communications services outside of their country will sufficiently have decreased, by market forces or through another regulatory intervention, for roaming without charges to be sustainable.

For more information on the EU please contact the Europe Direct Information Centre at Dundalk Branch Library.

Tel: 042-9353190 or email: libraryhelpdesk@louthcoco.ie. Also visit www.europa.eu/ireland

Coffee Time on Park St is hosting a Pre Christmas Frostival Evening in aid of O’Hanlon Park Boxing Club on Thursday November 26 from 5pm. Coffee evening includes mulled wine, mince pies, cakes, music, raffle and face painting.

Lecture On Viaduct

Dundalk Railway Heritage Society has arranged a lecture on the 160 years of the Boyne Viaduct in Drogheda which will be held in the County Museum, Dundalk at 3pm on Saturday November 21.

The lecture will be given

by Eamonn Green, a retired structural engineer with Irish Rail, and a well-known authority on the subject.

Admission is free but a voluntary contribution to defray costs will be welcome.

Enquiries to Brendan McQuaid 087 2835099, Patsy Duffy 086 3930840, Margret Mallon 086 8472537.

Red Cross Bag Pack

Dundalk Red Cross are holding a bag back on Saturday November 21 in Dunnes, Muirhevnamor.

All are asked to support this event. The local branch thank all who contributed to their bag pack in Tesco, Long Walk, on Friday.

A Christmas Stars premieres in Belfast

By Geraldine Kieran

A budding young actor was one of the guests of honour at his first film premiere on Tuesday last, as Patrick Roe attended alongside his mother Briege Roe plus his fellow cast members.

The premiere of ‘A Christmas Star’ was held at the Odyssey Arena in Belfast on November 3 and it marked the first feature Christmas film

by Cinemagic. The film is the end product of 18 months of hard work and it went on general release on November 13.

Last year over 5,000 young people auditioned for the film project and all the young members of the production were mentored by industry professionals. 12-yearold Patrick, whose family come from the Faughart area, saw an advert for the auditions in the newspaper. His dream was to one day become an actor so he was keen attend. The audition process wasn’t easy with over five stages for auditions for the young applicants to get through. Patrick had limited acting experi-

Briege and Patrick Roe at the premier of A Christmas Star

ence, he did some work with when he was very young and was involved in a production of Hairspray.

The filming experience of A Christmas star was “absolutely incredible” according to Patrick, the young cast were on set from 7am to 5pm. Patrick was delighted to tell tales of the on-set antics.

“We had great craic during all of our breaks on set, it was like my second family. I

couldn’t have asked for a better experience”, he revealed.

Last week Patrick, his mother Briege and 97 family and friends attended the premiere in Belfast. “It was great to walk the red carpet, get my photo taken and then people were asking for my autograph. I hadn’t practised my signature, so I did the best I could”, said Patrick, whose mother added that it was a proud time.

“It was an incredible

experience. There were lots of tears when I saw his name up on the credits at the end of the film.

It was just great to see all the hard work pay off”, she explained.

Patrick who attends St. Paul’s secondary school in Bessbrook will take this amazing experience and pursue a career in acting if the opportunities come his way.

“I will support him anyway I can”, said Briege.

‘One World Week’ at Ó Fiaich Ó Fiaich College from Dundalk are taking part in One World Week 2015, organised by the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI).

One World Week is a week of youth-led awareness raising, education and action that takes place throughout Ireland during the third week in November every year.

This year it runs from November 14 to 22 and looks at the new Global Goals agreed

at the UN. Valerie Duffy, from the NYCI development education programme said: “Ó Fiaich College activity was chosen from among a large volume of high quality applications from all over Ireland, which shows how good their work is. We look forward to seeing the group take action during One World Week this year”, said Valerie.

During One World Week

young people learn about local and global justice issues and take action to bring about change.

Youth groups all over the country run activities, public events, quizzes and debates, invite guest speakers, have intercultural evenings or express themselves through drama and art.

Those interested can get involved or find out more at www.oneworldweek.ie.

Stay out of trouble or face jail A man who stole eight laptops from DkIT was given the chance to avoid prison after his case was adjourned for a Community Service Report.

Richard McDonagh of 2 Afton Drive, Greenacres, Dundalk, had his case adjourned to February 10 but was warned

by Judge Flann Brennan that if he got into any more trouble before then he would serve a ten-month sentence.

Dundalk District Court heard that the defendant entered DkIT on April 10 this year and stole eight laptops

and an MP3 player. When he was stopped by Gardai he had two laptops in a car, while a further three along with the MP3 player were returned to Gardai later.

The court was told that Mr McDonagh had 87 previous convictions.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, stated that the 43-year-old is a married man and is currently with his family. He said that his client’s life hasn’t got any easier in the last 18 months due to the deaths of five immediate family members, while

he suffers from depression.

Mr McDonnell added that this robbery wasn’t planned but that he saw an opportunity and took them. He added that the laptops were old and had no real value, but there was information stored on them.

Judge Brennan stated that the defendant had an appalling record and recommended 200 hours Community Service in lieu of ten months and he warned: “You must stay out of trouble until February or you will serve this sentence”.

News Boxer Joe O Donnachadha keeps it in the family

in Brief RCNE Raise Funds

Rape Crisis North East (RCNE) will be holding their annual Flag Day on Thursday November 26. They are also holding a Church Gate Collections on the weekend of November 28 and 29. RCNE will be in various locations around Dundalk, and are actively seeking help in raising awareness and much needed funding for counselling and support services. If you would like to devote some of your time to support them in these events, and be a volunteer collector, please contact Rape Crisis North East Centre on 042 – 9339491, email info@ rcne.ie or visit www.rcne.ie and you will be issued with Flag Day stickers, collection buckets and collectors permits. For counselling, information or advocacy support phone freephone confidential helpline number: 1800 21 21 22.

BLACKROCK boxer Joe O Donnachadha, who boxes out of Dealgan Boxing Club under the expert tuition of the Dealgan coaching team led by Anto Donnelly, followed in his elder sibling’s footsteps at the weekend by clinching, via unanimous decision, a Louth Open Boxing title in the Boy One 36Kg weight category.

The contest was held in Duleek at the weekend under the stewardship of the County Board and included boxers from Louth, Dublin, Meath, Cavan, Down and Armagh.

Joe entered this competition with high expectations and was

Joe O’Donnachadha with coach Anto Donnelly.

buoyed by his recent successes the previous weekend when he travelled to Arklow, with coach Anto Donnelly,

where he defeated local Damien Aibologa by unanimous decision.

Then on the following night travelled with

coaches Damien Douglas and Gerry O’Brien, to Monaghan to box Eugene White where he again easily dominated his opponent in all three rounds.

Joe is hopeful of emulating his older brother Martin’s achievements by winning the Leinster championships and ultimately taking an Irish title, something he knows that will require a lot of commitment and dedication. It would be no mean feat for a young man in his first year of competing, but he firmly believes if he listens to his coaches and puts in the hard work he certainly has the potential and a fighting chance to realises his ambitions.

It’s given me back my zest for life.

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in Brief Coffee Morning

McCabes Pharmacy, Long Walk, are holding a charity coffee morning to raise funds for the Louth Hospice from 9.30am until 1pm on Friday November 27.

There will be raffles for a luxury hamper, makeover voucher, and lots of samples given on the day.

Come along and enjoy the craic at the event which is all for a great cause.

Christmas Fair

A Christmas Fair in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation will be held in St Pats GAA Hall Lordship on Sunday 22 November between 10am to 2pm.

This is a great opportunity to bag an early Christmas bargain as well as enjoying a mince pie and hot beverage at our seasonal Cafe.

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A man who attempted to cash stolen cheques at three shops is making efforts to change while in custody after a life blighted by drug addictions.

Shane McDonald of 45 Oaklawns, Dundalk, who is currently in prison, was given six months concurrent sentences after pleading guilty at Dundalk District Court.

Insp Yvonne Murphy stated that between December 24 and 28 last year, a laptop, cheque book and €50 were taken in a burglary at a premises on Clanbrassil St. The cheques were used on a number of occasions at three shops to a total value of €428.

Students do their bit for charity

The defence solicitor stated that Mr McDonald was from a very difficult background with a history of drug an alcohol abuse.

He had started taking cannabis at 11 and moved on to heroin by 17.

He had 17 previous convictions and his offending was linked to his addictions.

The solicitor added that the defendant had received a fouryear sentence, with 12 months suspended, and had been in custody since May 25. He was on a methadone programme and had made great efforts in Clover Hill where he was now a privileged prison given his good behaviour.

Katelyn McArdle, Erin Gonnelly, Claire Boyd and Hannah Hillen taking part in the Cheerios Breakfast in aid of Childline.

St Vincent’s students certainly put their dancing skills to good effect recently when they took part in a charity disco in school to raise funds for the Senan Diamond Benefit Fund.

Teacher Laura Jones organised the hugely successful event

which saw almost 500 girls and quite a few staff members strut their stuff to all the latest tunes and a few golden oldies as well.

Ms Jones was delighted with the enthusiastic response to the appeal and managed to raise an incredible €1500 for the deserv-

ing cause. Meanwhile 2 Aislinn class hosted this year’s Cheerios Breakfast in aid of Childline with the help of teacher Conor McAteer. This event is always popular, particularly with first year students and they raised over €200 for the national charity.

County Archives’ exhibition on Irish Volunteers

Louth County Archives Service an Archive Collection Day event will host an exhibition on the Irish on Friday November 20 at the Old Volunteers in February 2016. In Gaol, Ardee Road, Dundalk.

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Christmas Shoe Box Appeal

Boys from St. Nicholas’ Monastery N.S. presenting the Christmas Shoe Boxes to Team Hope representative Peter Lynch. Well done to all that contributed.

Previous convictions for no insurance

A woman who admitted driving without insurance had the case against her adjourned at Dundalk District Court.

Ann Maguire of 37 Maple Drive, Avenue Road, Dundalk, was stopped at Woodland Park on June 17 this year and admitted having no insurance. The car was seized

by Gardai.

The 50-year-old mother of ten and grandmother of 20 had previous convictions for driving without insurance.

The defence solicitor stated that the car had been parked in Ms Maguire’s driveway but on the date in question she got a call to say her son was

having an epileptic fit and she drove to his house. She knows that she shouldn’t have done so and the solicitor asked that she be spared a disqualification.

Judge Flann Brennan stated that he was concerned by the previous offences and he put the case back to February 10.

Death Notices Eugene Rogers Trean Dunleer, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda on Sunday November 15.

Eugene, beloved son of the late Michael and Jane (née Hoey). Deeply regretted by his sons Thomas and Michael, brothers Gerry and Paddy, sister Antoinette (Matthews), brother-in-law Donal, niece Shauna, grandchildren, relatives and friends.

Kathleen Doran Sandy Grove, Blackrock, peacefully in her 93rd year, on Saturday November 14.

Kathleen, much loved wife of the late Jimmy and precious mother of Margaret, Bernadette, Enda, Pam and Patrick. Sadly missed by her loving daughters and son. Adored granny of Stephen, Joseph, Daran, Paul, Cillian, Fiona, Lauren and Rachel. Great grandmother of Nicole, Emily, Lucas, Cullen and the late Adam. Much loved sister of Bernadette (Carroll), also missed by her daughter in law, sons in law, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends.

Nora Lambe (née Byrne), Marian Park, Dundalk, peacefully in Blackrock Abbey Nursing Home on Sunday November 15. Nora, beloved wife of John and loving mother of Billy (Dromiskin), Enda (London), Eithne (Fr Murray Park) and Maura (Australia), Very deeply regretted by her husband, sons, daughters, brother Billy (Bradford), England, sister Lily Romano ( Chicago), USA, son in-law Michael Rogers, daughter inlaw Marguerite Lambe, grandchildren Sarah, Rebecca and Ciara, brothers in-law, sisters in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family relatives, neighbours and friends.

Jane Lynch Lurgangreen, Dundalk, peacefully in Our Lady of Lourdes hospital, Drogheda on Sunday November 15. Jane beloved Daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Lynch, and dear sister of Margie, Donnie, Joe, Phil, Frank and Kevin and the late Agnes (Burns), Brendan, Desmond and Fintan. Deeply regretted by her sister, brothers, nephews, nieces, relatives and large circle of friends.

Patrick (Paddy) Gilmore 55 Castletown Road, Dundalk, peace-

fully, in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, surrounded by his family, on Friday November 13. Beloved husband of the late Sally and dear father of Jackie, Catherine and Dermot. He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing daughters, son, sonsin-law Garrett and Barry, daughterin-law Frances, grandchildren Matthew, Odhrán, Lauren, Cillian, Oisín, Dylan, Conall and Finn, sisters-inlaw, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

Tom Larney Inniskeen, and formerly of Killeen, Mills of Louth, peacefully in his 95th year at his daughter’s residence, on Saturday November 14. Tom, much loved husband of the late Breda (née McNamee) and dear father of Frank, Olive (Jones), Joan (McKenna), Thomas, Noel and the late Donal. Deeply regretted by his daughters, sons, grandchildren, sisters Ann Sloane (Dundalk) and Vera Sandusky (Canada), brothers Tony (Dublin) and Jim (USA), daughtersin-law, sons-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends.

Patrick (Paddy) Kirk Stumpa, Hackballscross, Dundalk, peacefully, in his 91st year in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, on Wednesday November 11. Beloved husband of the late Vera. Deeply and sincerely regretted by his relatives, neighbours and friends.

Mary Maguire (née Eaton), late of Gyles Quay, Dundalk, in her 83rd year, peacefully, in Arrow Park Hospital, Merseyside. On Saturday Noember 7.

James (Jimmy) McEvoy “Hillview”, Newry Road, Dundalk, in his 91st year, peacefully, in Craigavon Area Hospital, on Monday November 9.

Beloved husband of the late Bridie (nee Maguire) and dear father of Simone, Simon and the late Breda and Seán. He will be sadly missed by his sorrowing daughter, son, grandchildren Leo, Zach, Gerard, Julie and Donna, son-in-law Mark, brother-inlaw Gerry, relatives and friends.

Kathleen Hallahan (née Magee) Ard Easmuinn, Dundalk, peacefully in the Louth County Hospital on Tuesday November 10. Kathleen much loved wife of the late Patrick,

and dear mother of Mary, Emer and Mark. Deeply regretted by her daughters, son, grandchildren, sisters Mary, Ena and Bernie, brothers Pat, Sean, Gerard and predeceased by her brother Harry, sons-in-law Joseph and Thomas, daughter-inlaw Pamela, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends Brian (Barney) Morgan Jr Meadow View, Avondale, Dundalk, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital on Monday November 9. Brian, formerly of Marian Park, Dundalk. Predeceased by his partner Lesley (Brennan). Very deeply regretted by his loving family, daughter Hayley, parents Maura and Barney (Marian Park), brother Gerry, sister Sharon, sister in-law Joan, Hayley’s partner James, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family relatives, neighbours and friends.

Dorothy Farrell (née Gray), Belfry Crescent, St Alphonsus Rd, Dundalk, peacefully at Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, on Monday November 9. Predeceased by her parents John and Elizabeth, brother Michael, sisters Josie, Phylis and Eileen, grandchild Cillian. Very deeply regretted by her loving family, husband Michael, sons Alan and Gavin, daughters Sonya and Leonne, brothers Harry, Paddy, Peter and Dessie, sisters Bernadette, Maureen, Attracta and Carmel, sons-in-law Brendan, Geoff, daughters-in-law Linda, Helen, grandchildren Conor, Jenna, Katie, Mikey, Aaron, Emily, Niamh, Nicole, Layla, Kyran, Ryan, Mia and Cara, nephews, nieces, cousins extended family relatives, neighbours and friends.

Briege Finnegan (née Connolly), Patrick St North, Dundalk, peacefully, at home, on Sunday November 8.

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Weekly Quiz

1 Pop and Rock Moonwalk was the autobiography of what American pop star?

2 Language What name do Americans give to a household water tap?

3 USA In American, what state is nicknamed ‘The Empire State”?

4 Business In what country did the Aldi supermarket chain originate?

5 Flags and Emblems Which bird is the emblem of Athens and is the bird that symbolises wisdom?

6 20th Century When Ireland joined the Common Market in 1973 it did so along with Britain and what other country?

7 Country Music Which singer first became famous in the 1970s, collaborating with her late boyfriend, Gram Parsons?

8 Soccer

Which Arsenal player and later manager of the club was nicknamed ‘Stroller’?

9 Medicine The drug ‘digitalis’ is obtained from what common garden flower?

10 Local Sport When Dundalk FC won the FAI Cup in 2002 with a mostly local side, who was their manager?

Stinker In the musical ‘The Sound of Music’, what is Captain Von Trapp’s first name?

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Proclamation Ceremony at Dulargy NS

Left: Sadhbh McDonnell and James Spain receive the proclamation and the flag on behalf of Dulargy NS; right: Sgt. Luchessi, Ethan Duffy and Amberlie Collins read the Procamation to the assembled pupils and guests at a ceremony in the school.

Fashion for charity event

By Geraldine Kieran

Local restaurateur, Rachel Graham, held a charity fundraiser ‘Fashion for Charity’ in Eno to raise money for cancer research.

Rachel, who lost her mother to melanoma last year, was inspired by her mother’s love of fashion to organise the event.

“I love fashion, as do a lot of our customers so a fashion show in our cocktail & tapas lounge seemed like a good venue.

“I wanted to raise money spe-

cifically for Melanoma Research.

Breakthrough Cancer Research are the only charity in Ireland funding clinical trials and research to treat and cure melanoma skin cancer.

“The event featured some high end fashion from Rapport Ladies Boutique and Pinstripe Punk Men’s Shop, who provided the style and models, turning the upstairs lounge into a glamourous runway.

“Between a combination of the sell-out fashion event, the sale of

raffle tickets and donations they successfully raised €2000 for the charity”, she explained.

Rachel hopes that they event will raise awareness about melanoma, the organisers provided plenty of information in the free goody bags alone with Elave skincare.

They hoped this will help bring home the message that melanoma can be cured if diagnosed early and highlighted the importance of self-checking your skin.

“It was my first time organising such an event and although it

was a lot of work, it was also very satisfying, you really see the good in people.

“The support and sentiment of everyone involved along with the great feedback on the night and afterwards from all those who attended, made it all worthwhile.

We hope not to make it an annual event.”

Rachel was also grateful to all of the local business who supported the event, either by participating in the charity show or donating items.

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Ethnic Women’s Stories project THE Ethnic Women’s Stories project group at Creative Spark will be hosting a Pop-up Bistro and free events in the Longwalk Shopping Centre on Friday November 27 and Saturday 28 from 2pm to 7pm.

The event will showcase work done by a group of Dundalk-based women from six different nationalities that have come together over 12 weeks to share stories about their culture through food and to learn a new craft.

The Pop-Up bistro will give people a taste of food from around the world and a chance to learn about the different cultures in town. There is a short film being screened on Friday at 5pm about the project, the participants and their stories.

You will be given a chance to record your own food-related stories in the Story Recording Booth open both Friday and Saturday in the Long Walk Shopping Centre.

There will be a free ceram-

ics class for children and adults on Saturday from 3 to 4pm (14 spaces available). To add to this there will be a unique recipe book of healthy dishes from around the world for sale with all proceeds going towards the St. Patrick’s Soup Kitchen.

The Women’s Stories through Crafts series of projects at Creative Spark began in 2013 with the aim of bringing together people from different cultural backgrounds to share their stories and learn a new craft.

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The Bernie Baldwin Reunion night

Patricia and Dominic Keating at the Bernie Baldwin Reunion that took plac e at the Crowne Plaza Hotel

Anne Marie Boyle and Ellen Healy

Phil McAvinney and Mary Johnston

Michelle Kerley and Hazel Murphy

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Old Dundalk Society Lecture

Dundalk native Debbie McKenna delivered a lecture on Fr John Stokes Administrator of Dundalk parish from 1935 to 1950 to a full house at the County Museum Dundalk on Thursday October 29.

Debbie completed a Certificate in Local History, under the direction of Dr Donal Hall, local historian, and the lecture was based on research that was undertaken for the completion of this course.

The lecture focused on the array of building projects under taken by Fr Stokes during his tenure as parish administrator, which including the building of the Magnet Cinema, extensions to Castletown Girls School and housing projects in the Demesne. Fr Stokes ‘building legacy’ remains very much in evidence throughout the town, and his many construction projects are testimonial to his foresight and vision, which contributed in no small, way to the evolution of the town. The presentation itself was enthusiastically delivered by Debbie, and was very much enjoyed by all who attended on the night.

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Failed to stop after late night crash A woman who failed to stop after crashing into a parked car in the early hours of the morning told Dundalk District Court that she swerved after dropping a cigarette lighter.

Donna Woods of 191 Greenacres, Dundalk, was traced by Gardai and admitted crashing the car but stated that she had panicked and left the scene.

The court heard that at 1.30am on May 29 last year, Gardai were called to Cedarwood Park. They were informed that a Volkswagen Passat has struck a parked car before leaving the scene.

The driver was identified as Donna Woods and Gardai tried to speak to her that night but she didn’t answer the door.

School CPO is published Councillor Tomás Sharkey has expressed his relief that the compulsory purchase order for the Coláiste Chú Chulainn site has finally been published.

“The saga of the school site at The Marshes in Dundalk has been going on for years. Students, teachers and parents have been patient about this issue.

“Coláiste Lú is our new All Irish school in Dundalk and will be housed within Coláiste Chú Chulainn.

“The CPO order has now been published.

Because it does not relate to a public road, the public consultation period will end on November 26.

“I hope that there will not be any difficult submissions and that the state’s solicitor will be able to acquire the land as soon as possible.

“Council officials have put a lot of careful effort into this process.

They should be thanked and hopefully in a short time we will see construction starting on the most modern school facility in the region”, stated Cllr Sharkey.

The Gardai subsequently spoke to her and she admitted hitting the car and leaving the scene.

Solicitor, Frank McDonnell, stated that the 27-year-old mother of one had dropped her cigarette lighter and swerved after picking it up. The car belonged to a person known to her and she paid for the damage in full, along with

damage caused to a wall.

He stated that the defendant is in permanent part-time employment and needs her car to get to work and bring her child to crèche.

Judge Flann Brennan convicted her of careless driving and imposed a €200 fine while striking out three hit and run charges.

Jason Dooley of Faughart winner of €2500 in the Dundalk Credit Union cash draw receiving his cheque from Mary McGeough of Dundalk Credit Union

Improve Our Town Awards

Tommy and Helen McArdle, Boyle O’Reilly Tce receivi ng first prize in the Hanging Basket Window Box Residental competition from Cllr Maria Doyle Chairperson Dundalk Municipal Council Gerard and Carmel McHugh of Priorland Rd, winner of the Best Overall Garden receiving their trophy from Michael Gunne of Real Estate Alliance/ Gunne Property sponsors of the competition.

Una Clerkin and Bridie Masterson of Little Haven B&B winners of the Best Hospitality Premises with sponsor Michael Gunne

John Conachy of Greenacres Best Overall Garden and Sean Kelly of the Jock eys Best Presented Public House with their awards at the Improve Our Town awards

Cllr Maeve Yore presenting Russell Brindley of Oldbridge with first prize for the Best Local Authority Estate

table iving the award for the Best Vege Patrica Ward St Brigids School rece Co Coun- Gabriel Reilly receiving second place for Kingswood in the Best h Lout nelly Don y Padd and e Patch / Garden from Cllr Maria Doyl Estate Category B from councillors Maria Doyle and Mark Dearey cil

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Family Notices in memoriam

in memoriam

CONLON 20th ANNIVERSARY In loving memory of James Conlon R I P Late of O’Hanlon Pk, who died on 13th November 1995 We hold you close within our hearts and there you shall remain to walk with us, throughout our lives until we meet again.

In the shelter of your Sacred MoraN Heart Gavin Sweet Jesus may he rest.

2nd Anniversary Will those who think of him In loving memory of Gavin Moto-day ran, whose 2nd anniversary A little Prayer to Jesus say. occurred on Monday 17th No—Never forgotten by your lovvember. ing brothers, sisters and enDad tire family circle.

You are sorely missed each and every day For you were someone special Who meant more than words can say.

—Sadly missed and loved by your partner Sabrina and daughters Leanne and Kerry.

XXX.

novena 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.F. 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). J.C.

Pat Flanagan of Flanagan Motors presenting Best Presented Garden to Thomas and Cabrini Lambe at the Beautiful Blackrock Awards.

Santas on the Sand Blackrock Tidy Towns have teamed up with Dundalk Chamber to bring an added dimension to this year’s “Santa Fun Run” which takes place in the town on Friday November 27.

All Santas taking part in the Fun Run are invited to be on Blackrock Beach at 10 am the following morning, Saturday November 28, where a new record will be attempted for the most “Santas on the Sand” singing

“Shingle Shells”. This will provide an opportunity to wear your Santa suit for a second time and to be part of a new world record attempt. It’s absolutely free with no registration needed. Even if you can’t take part in the Fun Run itself you’re invited to come along on the Saturday morning anyway. All that’s required is that you wear something red and a Santa hat.

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Bathroom refurbishments completed in 5 days, painting, decorating, wall & floor tiling. All types of roof repairs. Contact anytime, on 087 260 2501.

EAMONN COONEY TVs—Aerial & Satellite, T.V, Freeview & Freesat Saorview Service & Repairs. Eamonn Cooney T.V. Phone 087 267 1809.

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

DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE—MoneyGram Money Transfer; Pay Household Bills; Payzone/Postpoint; Buy Stamps; Phone Topups; Prepaid Credit Cards; Sterling and Euro Cheques Available; Best Rates Guaranteed; No Commission. 8 Park St (Open 7 Days, 8am -11pm) & 4 Linenhall St (Open Mon-Sat).

Call 042 933 9922/937 0101; www.dundalkbureaudechange.com—Accepting All Major Credit and Debit Cards.

WINDOW CLEANING—Gutter & facia cleaning carried out by professional, fully trained and insured staff. Affordable rates.

Domestic & Commercial. Call our office for a free quotation. Everkleen 042 935 2717 or 086 829 3585. www.everkleenservices.ie CLEANEST & KEENEST—Have your windows, carpet or suite of furniture cleaned at keenest prices. Also guttering, fascia boards, power hosing. Call Damien 0868469559 or 0879319243 TILER AVAILABLE—Experienced local tiler to carry out all types of tile work - marble, granite, porcelain. Indoors and out. Call 087387-8995 for free quote.

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

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

ACE GARDEN SERVICES—Tree topping, felling, hedge trimming. Rubbish removals, Garage clearance, House & Garden refuse.

Permit holder. Contact—Tom 085-7205805 TIME 2 SHINE—Cleaning Services, Commercial and Domestic Cleaning for Windows, Fascia & Soffit, Gutter Clearing, House & Office Cleaning, Chimney & Stove Cleaning, Oil burner service. General Maintenance Tel 085 145 9854 or www.time2shine.ie ALL ROOFING REPAIRS—All roofing repairs, we fix gutters, fascia & soffit, all broken tiles, slates, ridge and banger blue and torch –on. We fit Crow Guards for chimney pots. All work guaranteed, 25 years experience, free quotations Tel Paul 086 818 4827.

BUILDER & HOME MAINTAINENCE— Building, Woodwork, Painting, Plumbing, Tiling, Kitchen Refurbishments, Lawn Cutting, Paving & Fencing. No job to big or too small. Tel. Brian 087 295 2529 CONTRACT CLEANERS—Will clean Office’s, Houses, B & B’S, Hairdressers etc. Dundalk area. Competitive rates. References available. Contact Audrey 087-958-1747 or www.whistlecleandundalk.com PAINTER AND HANDYMAN—Local painter and handyman. Painting, wall papering, wooden floors, tiling, odd jobs. Reliable, efficient, very tidy. Competitive rates. No job too small. Call 086-876-0272.

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

ALL ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES SERVICED—Washing machines, hobs, ovens, tumble driers etc. Phone Gerry 087 463 5427.

THAI MASSAGE THERAPY—For Thai style deep massage that can help to relieve tension and pain. Ladies and Gents all welcome.

At 3 Roden Place Dundalk Co. Louth. Opening hours Tuesday-Saturday 10am-7pm.

Contact 083-843 2554 / 087 757 0006. Or www.thaimassagetherapy-ie.com CARPENTER AVAILABLE—29 years experience. Doors, floors, skirting, shelving, flat packs, side gates, fencing, etc. Also tiling, painting, wallpapering. Quality finish. For a free quote call Des 087 618 0150.

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

GARDEN & HOUSE MAINTENANCE— Strimming grass, hedge cutting, weeding, concreting, patios, painting, power washing, gutter cleaning, fencing. Have all the equipment. Contact Brian 086-109-7358 NORTH EAST FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK—are you a family member experiencing issues with addiction? Then contact us at 042 935 5251 / 087 904 6405 or email info@nerfsn.com GUTTER CLEANING €50—Front and back.

Windows cleaned. Garden clearance, painting, hedge and garden cut. Contact Brian 086 109 7358 DOG MINDING—Lady will mind Dog & Home when you are not available (Work, Holidays etc). Also will feed and walk Dog. Dundalk area. Contact—085-149-4858.

special services CHIMNEY & STOVE CLEANING—Inspection and repair. Tel Paul McArdle 0429332491 / 0876660094. Email tribalky@yahoo.com DUNDALK BUREAU DE CHANGE—Best Rates Guaranteed. No Commission. We Buy and Sell All Major Currencies; Electronic Bank Transfers; US and Australian Dollars. 8 Park St (Open 7 Days, 8am -11pm) & 4 Linenhall St (Open Mon-Sat) - Call 042 933-9922/9370101; www.dundalkbureaudechange.com.

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 042 932 7837.

CHIMNEY CLEANER—The Clean sweep, clean & tidy, no dust. Brush & Vac. Also gutter cleaning. Contact - Cathal 087-225-9799 LOOKING FOR A UNIQUE GIFT? Create a personalised newspaper page to celebrate a special occasion - birthday, anniversary, birth, sporting success etc. Contact 086 772 6324 A VAN & DRIVER available for furniture removal, also single items, 3 piece suites, cookers, fridges, washing machines. Day & night Tel 086 870 4908 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 HOUSE & APARTMENT CLEANING Service.

Specializing in Re-Let & Spring Cleaning.

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

house swap COUNCIL HOUSE SWAP—Council House Swap wanted from 2 Bed house in Finglas, Dublin to 2 Bed house in Dundalk. Telephone Joanne 086 069 7725

situations vacant

PHARMACEUTICAL TECH— “Pharmaceutical tech/s required for busy Dundalk pharmacy. Must be qualified and have at least 3 -5 years experience in all aspects of dispensary practices. CV. to Box 149 At Dundalk Leader, Clanbrassil St Dundalk.

SCOIL BHRIDE DUNLEER—invites applications for the position of school caretaker.

Experience in a similar setting essential. Applications by email only with cover letter, CV & references to dunleernsapps@gmail.com.

Closing date Friday December 4th. Position commences on January 6th, 2016.

SCOIL BHRIDE DUNLEER—invites applications for the position of school secretary.

Experience in a similar setting essential. Applications by email only with cover letter, CV & references to dunleernsapps@gmail.com.

Closing date Friday December 4th. Position commences on January 6th, 2016.

Electricians, Apprentice Electricians, Carpenters, Plumbers, Scaffolders, Steel Fixers, General & Skilled Operatives, Groundworkers, SLG & TM Operatives. All Plant & MEWP Operators, all Tradesmen & All Professional Construction staff required for Louth. Pracownicy Budowlani z safe passem potrzebni . Send CV to cv@clsrecruitment.ie Full and Part-Time positions now available at The Pet Centre. Apply in writing only enclosing CV to The Manager, The Pet Centre, Linenhall Street, Dundalk.

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 087 248 6689.

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You don’t bring me Flowers featuring Katherine Lynch 26th Nov Tickets€25

Restaurant & Take Out 37 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk Tel 042 9328440 Fresh Food Served 10am to 4pm Mon - Thurs; Fri & Sat 9-5 Full Irish Breakfasts & Rolls served all day Fresh hand cut Sandwiches, Rolls, Wraps & Paninis Lunchtime Take Away Special – Any sandwich, Roll or Wrap Plus Cookie and Drink Only €4 available 12 noon – 2pm Mon to Fri

Keith Barry

28th November Tickets €30

Nathan Carter 4th December Tickets €25 6th December Tickets €20

Outside Catering/ Pub Grub available for all Occasions.

Fine Selection of Wines and Craft Beers on offer.

Private Area available for Christmas Office Parties etc. Enquiries welcome

St Peter’s Male Voice Choir 12th December Tickets€23

16th December Tickets €25

Christmas Crooners

Drogheda Male Voice Choir presents

“An Old Fashioned Christmas” 18th December €25 The Three Tenors

“Christmas Celebrations” 29th December €25 Foster & Allen

40th Anniversary Irish Tour 30th December €30 Sharon Shannon Francis Black & Mary Coughlan 2nd January 2016 Tickets €25 Available at: Carroll’s Bookshop, Park Street, Dundalk 042 9334359; The Sound Shop Drogheda 041 9831078; The TLT Tel: 041 9878560; The D Hotel Tel: 041 9877700; Finlays Ardee Tel: 041 6856505; CD World Drogheda 0419833879 Also available online at www.thetlt.ie

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The Long Riders and friends launch album for North Louth Hospice

By Geraldine Kieran

Fri 20th Nov 9pm till late karaoke with

jane

All welcome – Spot Prizes for Top 2 Singers Sat 21st Nov Live Music with

the lettermen from 9.30pm

all Parties catered for All Private Parties catered for We can organise your Music & Food needs

The Best Music Bar in Town Local author Noel Sharkey has just issued

his fifth book of poetry

Well-known DJ and guitarist Paddy McEneaney is launching a new album with The Long Riders and Friends, with proceeds going to the North Louth Hospice.

The album is a collection of group and solo performances of well known and loved tracks by The Long Riders and fellow musicians such as Paul Bailey Band, Paudie Breen, The Booze Brothers, Declan Murphy and Melissa Hayes to name but a few. The album will be launched in the Lisdoo on Friday November 20.

The album itself took over ten weeks to rehearse and prepare for. The Long Riders then headed to Grapevine Studios to work with Jason and Garrett who set the wheels in motion, taking six weeks to produce and record.

“It was the best fun ever, working with friends”, said Paddy.

The concept behind the album was developed not from a creative musical need to present their own talents but to take on a project that would help others. The group decided to do an album and donate all funds to the local

10 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk

Thursdays 9pm The Long Riders are launching their charity CD on Friday

hospice.

The North Louth Hospice was formed in 1992, the purpose of the hospice is to provide assistance to people diagnosed with cancer and additional support for their families.

As many people who have experienced cancer within the family know, even simplest assistance can relieve stress and improve the all-round care of people battling the disease.

When Paddy looked further into the exact workings of the hospice he realised just how important it is to so many people. The group also got a glimpse to the extent of how cancer affects or touches so many homes.

“In the early stages of organisation I sent a sponsorship letter out to local

businesses. I sent the letter on a Monday and by Tuesday morning the phone was ringing with one particular businesses man stating – I love what you are doing and I want to donate”, said Paddy.

Once the album was recorded the next step was to create an album launch and once again the Long Riders were stunned with the response.

“We got 500 tickets printed, we have six left, and we are overwhelmed with the response from the people of Dundalk”, explained a delighted Paddy.

The initial aim of the group was to raise €10,000 for Dundalk Hospice, it now appears that Paddy Mac and the Long riders will have achieved a much greater target.

Elements’ is on sale at just €5 in: Centra, Blackrock • Mark Quinn’s Supermarket on Sandy Lane • Pat Flanagan Mace, Dublin Road • Carroll’s Books at 77 Park Street.

All proceeds of the book will be donated to the Birches Alzheimer Centre

Noeleen Burke, Paula Gribben and Christine McCourt at the Bernie Baldwin Reunion that took place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.

Live Trad Session Fridays 9pm

Live Trad Session Saturday 21st Nov 9.30pm

Binder String Band Sundays 6-9pm

Live Trad Session Musicians always welcome Private function room available for all occasions (catering for 10-80 people). Tel 085 787 5522

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Building Contractors

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Bathroom Refurbishment completed in 5 Days, Painting, Decorating, Wall & Floor Tiling, Still time for Pre-Christmas Refurbishments For a competitive quote for All Home Improvements, Extensions, Sunrooms and Conservatories. All P.V.C. products Supplied and Fitted, Fascia, Soffit and Guttering. We also have a Complete Range of P.V.C. Doors & Windows.

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Chimney Sweeps When did you last get your chimney sweeped?

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Locksmiths

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Wedding Showroom

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Photos From The Bernie Baldwin Reunion

Are you a member of a local charity or involved in a local community group which provides support services in the Dundalk area? If so McCabes Pharmacy would like to speak to you. Throughout 2016 McCabes Pharmacy is planning to host a series of events to increase awareness of local community initiatives. All to adelphicourt@ mccabespharmacy.com

Pop Up Shop At Long Walk SC

Kilkerley National School, Parents Association is running a pop up shop this Friday November 20, in the Long Walk Shopping Centre to raise much needed funds for the school. The organisers would appreciate donations of quality clothes, handbags, bric a brac, toys, books, CDs, DVDs, small items of furniture please. All items can be left in the Kilkerley Community Centre or in the shop this Friday morning. If you need your donation collected please contact Yvonne Quigley on 087 2231024.

Chairobics Exercise

Louth Local Sports Partnership is pleased to offer Carmel’s Chairobics exercise classes for older adults on Monday afternoons from 4pm to 5pm at the Redeemer Family Resource Centre, Dundalk, until December 7. Free of charge. To book a place please contact Tríona or Sharon on 042-9392987 or email triona.faapito@louthcoco.ie.

Christine McCourt, Frances Beard, Frances McCrystal, Mary Clarke and Anne Sloane at the Bernie Baldwin Reunion that took place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.

Alcoholics Anonymous

De Puyane.

Deirdre Rice and Silvia

Alcoholics Anonymous Dundalk Group are holding a public information meeting on Sunday November 22 at 7pm in St Gerard’s Hall, Redemptorist Church.

Annual Table Quiz

The Parents’ Association of Scoil Naomh Lorcan Omeath are holding their Annual Table Quiz on Friday November 20 in the Granvue Hotel at 8pm. Tables are only €20 (paid in the night). Maximum four persons per table.

Orlaith and Juliette Crosbie.

Murphy.

Patricia Ellis and Fiona

St Brigid’s School Dundalk

Looking for that Special Christmas gift? St. Brigid’s School Dundalk will have a Christmas Pop up Shop in the Longwalk Shopping Centre on Thursday November 27 and Friday December 4 from 11am to 2pm. A range of hand crafted Christmas decorations will be on sale, all made by senior class students.

Cake Sale/Coffee Morning

A cake sale and coffee morning takes place on Sunday next November 22, after 10.30am Mass in Kilkerley Community and Enterprise Centre. This event is being run by Kilkerley ICA Guild in memory of the late Molly Brady who was a life long member of the guild. The proceeds will go to the Birches Alzheimer Centre and St. Oliver’s Hospital.

Kevin Stanley, Martin Crotty, John Martin, Aubrey Hally and Peter Rooney.

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THE NEW RENAULT ZOE

A 10-strong fleet of 100% electric Renault vehicles powered almost entirely by renewable energy can now be hired, on an hourly or daily basis, by residents and visitors to the Outer Hebrides of Scotland.

Much of the electricity needed to charge the electric vehicles will be generated by the Pentland Road Wind Farm. The nine ZOE hatchbacks and a Kangoo Van Z.E. have been introduced through a unique partnership between E-Car Club and the wind farm operators.

The Renault models’ specification, fun drive, reliability and excellent customer feedback (98%, a level never reached before at Renault), were key

factors in the decision to integrate them in the car sharing scheme.

Representing an investment of £24 million and developed over a 12-year period, Pentland Road Windfarm will generate power for the new vehicles as part of providing renewable elec-

tricity to the islands.

Such is the efficiency of the wind farm and the suitability of the local climate to support wind power, the six turbines will supply sufficient electricity to meet the entire domestic load of the Outer Hebrides.

A Renault EV’s carbon footprint can only

decrease with time, as the production of renewable energies grows. In comparison, an ICE car’s carbon footprint will always remain the same. According to the International Energy Agency, 7 million EVs on the road could help save 400,000 oil barrels per day by 2020.

Scrappage is back!!! up to

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