01-11-2018 by Peter Kierans

DUNDALK’S FREE NEWSPAPER Appeal for witnesses to hit and run

Garry all set for last sixteen in Mexico

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Thursday, 1st November, 2018. Vol. 11, Issue 44 • 63 Clanbrassil Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth

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Louth Village man Brendan Lawlor will compete alongside some of the best golfers in the world following the news that the Australian All Abilities Championship will run alongside the Australian Open, a tournament which has been won by superstars Rory McIlroy, Adam Scott and Lee Westwood in recent years. Brendan will compete against eleven of the world’s leading golfers with a disability in the Australian

All Abilities Championship with a chance of reaching number one in the rankings if he can go on and win the tournament. The format is a world-first championship for golfers with a disability as it will be contested during this year’s Emirates Australian Open in Sydney. On the same course, at the same time and under the same playing conditions, the world’s top golfers with a disability will share the fairways with tour professionals chasing Continued on Page 2

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Gardaí investigating a hit-and-run which hospitalised three people on Sunday morning have appealed for witnesses to come forward with any information which will help their case. The hit-and-run occurred on Market Street in Ardee at just around 1:15am on Sunday morning when a silver Vauxhall Vectra went

up on the footpath where it hit two women and a man. The two females were aged 20 and 21 while the male was 53. The three victims were left lying on the street in the town as the car sped off. It is believed that there were two people in the car. The 20 year old woman who was from Collon suffered minor

injuries and was released from Our Lady of Lourdes hospital on Sunday evening while the other two victims have also since been released following treatment for non-life threatening injuries including fractures and bruising. The silver Vauxhall Vectra was later found crashed and abandoned a short dis-

tance away from Ardee. Gardai subsequently identified the owner of the car through the license plate and are in the process of trying to locate him. Gardaí investigating the hit and run believe there were two people in the car at the time of the hitand-and run and they also believe they had been in

the pub earlier on in the evening. Investigating gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident or who may have information or dash-cam footage to contact Ardee Garda station on 041-687 1134, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

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From Page 1 the Australian All Abilities Championship as the fight for the Stonehaven Cup takes place simultaneously at The Lakes Golf Club. Brendan who was born with Ellis-Van Creveld Syndrome, a bone growth disorder that leads to shorter limbs, has been a member of the European Disabled Golfers Tour for just under a year and he has made a huge impact already winning tournaments in France, Portugal and Czech Republic to climb up the official world rankings where he currently sits at number three. According to Louth Village man Brendan, the prospect of lining up to compete with some of the best golfers in the world is one which excites him hugely. “I head out to play in the tournament in Sydney on November 10th and I honestly can’t wait for it. The fact that the organisers of the Australian Open have decided to run our competition alongside theirs is a huge boost for disability golf. “I played my first ever EDGA (European Disabled Golf Association) tournament almost exactly a year ago and it’s been a hugely enjoyable experience. I did well in my

first tournament and at that stage I was ranked about 40 in the world. Then about three months ago I read about this Australian tournament in Sydney and saw that it was open to the top twelve players in the world with a disability. “I decided to really go for it and try and earn my place and subsequently travelled to play in the Czech Masters, which I won, and the Swedish Open where I came third. Those two results rocketed me up the rankings to number three in the world and unbelievably if I do well in Australia I could potentially become the world number 1 which would be unreal. “I am a member of Dundalk Golf Club and was part of the successful team which won a Barton Shield this year so that has really helped my confidence,” admitted Brendan. “You’re playing against high quality guys like Caolan Rafferty and Aaron Grant and when you can compete with players of that quality it really gives you a boost. Caolan is one of the very best amateurs in the country so when you’re competing well against the likes of him it definitely helps your mindset going Brendan with his trophy following victory in Czech Masters. into these tournaments.

Dundalk’s achievements to be recognised

Dundalk FC’s achievements will be recognised by the local authority with a homecoming event for Stephen Kenny’s all conquering side on Monday 5th November. The event will take place at Market Square with music from Who’s Eddie kicking of proceedings at 6pm. A statement from Dundalk Municipal District confirmed that the team’s achievements would be recognised to give supporters a chance to show their appreciation for the team’s achievements. With the league already wrapped up Dundalk FC will have a chance to complete the double on Sunday when they face Cork in the FAI Cup Final. “Dundalk Municipal District to honour Dundalk FC at homecoming event Dundalk Municipal District will host a homecoming event for Dundalk FC on Monday, 5th November 2018 at Market Square, Dundalk to mark the club’s sporting achievements this year

in winning the Airtricity premier division title - the team’s fourth league title in five years. The event will kick off at 6pm with music from Who’s Eddie. “Following this, Cathaoirleach of Dundalk Municipal District, Councillor Conor Keelan, will welcome the team and their manager, Stephen Kenny to the stage. Speaking ahead of the homecoming, Cllr Keelan said: “Dundalk FC are an inspiration to their fans and aspiring footballers alike. We’re delighted to host this event to pay tribute to the fantastic results this great group of players has achieved, under the guidance of a strong management team, headed up by Stephen Kenny. We’re looking forward to welcoming the club’s fans to Market Square on Monday and we know the club are looking forward to sharing this special occasion with their supporters.”

Dundalk FC were honoured at a Civic Reception in 2016.

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deaths Frankie Sweeeney Riverstown, Ardee, peacefully in his 91st year, at his home on Sunday October 28. Predeceased by his wife Mary and son Anthony. Sadly missed by his son Martin, his daughter Anne, sisters Bernadette Byrne, Stabannon and Theresa Graham, Australia, his son-in-law David, granddaughter Sinead, relatives and friends. Tommy Bradley Stickillen, Ardee, peacefully in Moorehall Lodge, Ardee on Saturday October 27. Tommy will be sadly missed by his loving family; daughter Jean and son John, grandchildren Sean, Neil, Craig and Rachel, son-in-law Ian, daughter-in-law Sue, sisters Claire and Dolores, brothers Johnny, Fintan and Eugene, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Eddie Cronin St Clement’s Park, Point Road, Dundalk, peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family on Friday October 26. Predeceased by his daughter Carol, parents William and Hanora. Eddie, beloved husband of Phyllis (née Woods) and loving dad of Elaine Heading, Arlene Bell and Gary. He will be very sadly missed by his wife, daughters, son, brothers Tony, Noel, Willie, Gerard and John, sisters Eileen, Marie and Margaret, sons in-law David and Paul, grandchildren Jessica, Rebecca, Jamie, Caoimhe, Maria and Robin, brothers and sisters in-law, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family relatives wonderful neighbours and friends. Christina McGahon Sliabh Breagh, Ardee, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda on Wednesday October 24. Predeceased by her parents, niece and

her brother Jim. Sadly missed by beloved wife of Paddy and loving her brothers Thomas and Patrick, mother of Padna. Sadly missed sisters Marie, Bridget and Philome- by her husband, son, daughterna, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, in-law Geraldine (née O’Hare), nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, step-brother Willie Reilly, brothersgrand-nieces, cousins, relatives, in-law, Stephen McCabe and Jim neighbours and friends. O’Connell, nephews, nieces, relaCiaran Reid Abbeycourt, Louth tives and friends. Village, suddenly on Wednesday Kevin Boland St. Mary’s, DrumOctober 24. Ciaran will be sadly car, and formerly of Newtownmissed by his loving wife Paula, balregan, Dundalk, peacefully sons David and Stephen, daughter at Greenmount View, St. Mary’s, Lauren, his parents Patsy and Anna, Drumcar on Monday October 22. his brothers Niall, Paudie and Liam, Deeply missed by his mother Monisisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, ca and father Harry, sisters Attracta relatives, neighbours and friends. and Margaret, brothers Peter and Margaret Smith (née McKeever Emmet, sisters-in-law Catherine Florida and formerly of Pearse Park, and Romina, brothers-in-law JeanDundalk peacefully at home on Michel and Shay, nephews Oisín Tuesday October 23. Deeply regret- and Luc, nieces Siofra, Ciara, Hanted by her loving husband Doug, nah and Nina, and his many friends sons Shea and Craig, grandaugh- in Drumcar and Tullyallen. ter Shealyn, brothers Thomas and Edward Lenox-Conyngham Barry, sisters Lena, Rosemary, Ur- Anaverna House, Ravensdale, sula and Sinead, aunt Anna, nieces, Dundalk, peacefully in the Mater nephews, grand-nieces, grand- Private Hospital, Dublin on Monday nephews, cousins and friends. October 22. Beloved husband of Kathleen Hamill New Jersey Lindis and loving father of William, and formerly of Wynne’s Terrace, Sasha and Finn. Much loved son of Dundalk, peacefully, at her home Vere Lenox-Conyngham and Alicia on Sunday October 21. Prede- Chawner, brother of Lucinda and ceased by her parents, John and Thomas. Annie, brother Sean and sister Jean Newell (née Copas) FaMaureen and her dear friend tima Drive, Dundalk, peacefully Maria. Much loved sister of Fr Tom, at her home on Monday October Sr Anne, Donal, Una, Angela, Joe, 22. Jean beloved wife of late Bill Joan and Frances. Deeply regret- and dear mother of Mary, Pat and ted by her sisters, brothers, her Phillip, loving grandmother of dear friend Rosa, brothers-in-law, Mark, Kirsty, Erin, Eilish, Deirdre, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, Caolan, Morgan, Gemma, Simon, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, and Andrea. Deeply regretted by aunts, relatives and friends, both in her sons, daughter, grandchildren, Ireland and in the USA. great grandchildren, great great Rose Land (née Flood) 20 Beech- grandchild, daughters-in-law Mari wood Drive, Dunleer suddenly and and Kathy, brother John, sister peacefully at home in her 85th Betty, nephews, nieces, relatives year on Tuesday October 23. Rose and friends.

DkIT turns pink for Cancer

DkIT turned pink in support of the Irish Cancer Society’s annual Breast Cancer Campaign. The campaign was led by third year students from the BA in Event Management who raised a total of €1,500 via a range of different fundraising activities. The class presented a cheque to Ann McKeown and Brenda McCarthy of The Irish Cancer Society on Wednesday October 23. The fundraising campaign provided a reallife learning opportunity for the Events Management students who were tasked with planning, promoting and managing the campaign from ideas stage right through to execution. A highlight of the campaign included a ‘pink-themed’ ‘Cups Against Cancer’ coffee morning which

DkIT Event Management Students raise money for the Irish Cancer Society

attracted large crowds of staff and students at the college. Other fundraising activities included ‘guess the bra cup size’, ‘take a fun pink selfie’, ‘win great prizes in the balloon pit’, ‘guess how many pink marshmallows are in the jar’ and a ‘bra ping pong competition’. A primary focus of the activities was to generate awareness of the illness and to inform

students and staff about early detection, which plays a major role in the treatment of breast cancer. The fundraising activities were coordinated by Maria Roddy-Freyne a lecturer on the BA in Events Management. Maria is a survivor of breast cancer and has been running these events with the Event Management students

since 2013 after her own diagnosis. This year’s event was even more special as one of the students in the class, Aoife Dowling is also a breast cancer survivor. Since commencing fundraising for Breast Cancer five years ago, the Events Management programme has raised €6140. Students from the BA in Events Management

degree course will support the upcoming Open Day at DkIT held on campus on Friday 9 and Saturday 10 November 2016. Prospective students will have the opportunity to meet with them and find out more about their experience on the programme and their time at DkIT. For more information on Open Day visit www. dkit.ie/opendays.

Drunk cyclist branded a lunatic in court A man who was cycling on the M1 motorway while drunk was told by Judge John Coughlan that he was a lunatic and would be put in a straight jacket if he repeated the of-

fence. Bernardas Juodiskis (33) with an address at 24 Atkinson Ave, Portadown, Armagh, pleaded guilty to the offence at Heynestown on June 30 this

year when he appeared at Dundalk District Court. The defendant was fined €75 on a charge of cycling while intoxicated, while a charge of cycling on the mo-

torway was struck out. In convicting Judge Coughlan stated: “The next time I will put you in a straight jacket for cycling on the motorway while drunk”.

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More rent pressure zones needed: Fitzpatrick Deputy Peter Fitzpatarick has called on the government to declare more rent pressure zones around Dundalk to help alleviate the issue of homlessness. Speaking in the Dáil, Fitzpatrick also spoke on the issue of CPO’s and urged the government to follow Louth County Council’s lead for recovering vacant and derilect properties. “In terms of housing supply, Louth County Council has had success in the use of compulsory purchase orders, CPOs, for recovering vacant and derelict

properties. This, however, is only the tip of the iceberg. Most of the properties acquired by the council are in the hands of the banks and vulture funds. Nationally, about 1,000 properties are being sold to banks and the Housing Agency for distribution to councils and approved housing bodies. “I am satisfied that many thousands of these units are not being made available by the banks. Banks are waiting for values to go up. The Government should target these units. They are already built and could be made

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available within a short time. “The Government must allow local authorities to build on their land banks by providing the approvals for same and covering the land purchase costs which the councils are carrying. Most of these sites are good ones that could be developed very quickly and by refunding the councils the land cost, the Government could stabilise the councils’ financial status. Is the Minister aware that Louth County Council is boarding up a vacant property because it cannot afford to carry out the

necessary work before it relets the property? That is serious,” stated Deputy Fitzpatrick. “I will now address the issue of homelessness. The Government needs to declare more rent pressure zones. These zones are working in the areas where they have been designated. A new rent pressure zone must be declared as soon as possible in Dundalk. Rents are increasing at a faster rate than house prices in the area. A large number of properties owned by landlords are being repossessed. The banks appear

Dundalk BIDS, in association with the Town Centre businesses, invite everyone to join them in celebrating the official launch of Christmas in Dundalk at this year’s Frostival Winter Festival on Friday November 23 and Saturday 24. The schedule of events for Frostival 2018 features free festive activities for the entire family including the exciting new addition of a Carnival of Light parade set to provide an amazing spectacle of light, drama, theatrics and fun. Making the announcement, Town Centre Commercial Manager, Martin McElligott explained: “We are really excited about this new event in the Frostival programme. The Carnival of Light parade takes place on the Friday night and will weave its way through the streets, transforming the town centre into a huge stage. “Frostival marks the start of the Christmas season each year in Dundalk Town Centre and gets everyone into the festive spirit. It has been a huge success over the last few years with recent additions like the Christmas Markets, Frostival Express Train and Santa’s Grotto proving to be a big hit with families, as well as the traditional switching on of the Christmas illuminations as Dundalk Lights Up for the festive seaPat Hoban (Dundalk FC), John Mountney (Dundalk FC) and son.” “So save the dates - Friday and Saturday, November 23rd Derek Hearnon (Proprietor of the Embassy Snooker Club) with Airtricity League Trophy. and 24th. We look forward to seeing everyone there”.

to have targeted these properties and many tenancies are being ceased because banks are insisting on vacant possession. “In this time of crisis, we must introduce legislation that removes the vacant possession requirement and allows the recovery and disposal of the property with the tenant unaffected, as happens in commercial property transactions. More work also needs to be done in providing assistance to those households which struggle to maintain a tenancy, whether

through addiction, mental health issues, disability, behavioural issues or child support issues. The relevant sections of the Health Service Executive and Tusla must assist councils with these cases with a view to ensuring that tenancies are sustained and not lost. This morning, the Taoiseach asked for solutions. “I have offered the Minister solutions to increase housing supply and address homelessness. I ask that he listens,” concluded Peter.

Maeve happy with support

Independent councillor Maeve Yore has welcomed cross party and non-party support for her county motion on a pilot housing scheme solution for Louth. According to Cllr Yore it would be advisable to pen a letter to the housing minister to propose a pilot scheme for an affordable housing scheme. “That Louth County Council write to housing Minister Eoghan Murphy proposing a pilot scheme for Louth between Credit Union Development Associa-

tion (CUDA)/O’Cualann Co-operative Housing Association/Louth Co Council to build affordable/social housing on Louth County Council’s land banks and recoup to Louth Co Council the costs of the land incurred”. Councillor Yore stated that O’Cualann Co-Operative Housing have a proven track record in building fully integrated sustainable communities at affordable prices and CUDA have been in negotiations with Government over last four years to utilise and offer credit

union monies to local authorities for cheaper and more affordable solutions on housing. She also noted that it is way past time that FG Housing Minister Murphy acts on solutions like the above motion offered and desists from trying to blame the Local Authorities for the current housing crisis. Independent Councillor Yore concludes by saying Louth has lead the way nationally on CPO’s and this motion gives Louth the opportunity to lead the way nationally on housing solutions.”

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Garry all set for last 16 in Mexico By Paul Byrne

Local man Garry Hoey along with his Ireland teamamtes will take on Turkey today in the last 16 of the Amputee Soccer World Cup. A clinical 4-1 victory over Ukraine on Tuesday evening ensured Ireland qualified from their group. Garry has been playing amputee football since 2012 when he joined the Irish Amputee Football Association. He made his International debut against Great Britain in Limerick the following year and has since travelled the world playing with the national team including competing at the World Cup which was also held in Mexico in 2014. Back in 2009 while at work a car display ramp slipped and fell over, crushing Garry’s foot resulting in him being rushed to hospital where he remained for a month before a decision was made to have his right leg amputated from just below the knee joint. Since his international debut in 2013 Garry has become one of the most impressive players in the country and he was amongst a select few chosen to represent the

5th year De La Salle students who joined De la Salle students from across Ireland today in Castletown to complete the first stage of Lasallian Leadership training.

Garry Hoey

University of Limerick in the English Amputee Football Association League (EAFA). Garry along with his teammates qualified from a tough group which included Mexico, England and Ukraine. Ireland opened up the tournament with defeat to Mexico and England. However in a do or die clash with Ukraine Ireland won 4-1 to book their place in the last 16 where they will face European Champions Turkey today. According to Garry the team have improved immeasurably over the last year since the introduction of a national league. The newly formed amputee football league

has definitely seen standards improve I feel. We’re playing a lot more games and techniques and fitness are improving with all the lads in the squad. “The whole set up just has a much more professional feel to it and unlike the last time we are going over to Mexico almost expecting to qualify from our group. It won’t be easy but I feel we’re strong enough to get out of the group probably alongside England who are one of the favourites for the tournament. Then it’s into the knockout stages and after that anything can happen,” added Garry.

Call for action on boy racers Sinn Féin Councillor Antóin Watters has called for a cross border approach to deal with the on-going problem of ‘boy racers’ in the North Louth / South Armagh area. Cllr Watters said “everyone has the right to go about their daily business without fear and this nuisance is causing fear. I have received numerous complaints from people in the community about this behavior which appears to be pre-planned events by the boy racers.” Cllr Watters has been liaising closely with his Sinn Féin colleague in the north, Liz Kimmons who this week welcomed a commitment from the PSNI to tackle the scourge on the north side of the border. However, Cllr Watters feels that needs

to be built on. “It is great that the PSNI have taken a proactive approach in this but the reality is that when these people are stopped racing in that area, they are going to just rearrange to race in North Louth so we need to have a joined up approach in dealing with the issue rather than allow it to move from one jurisdiction to the other.” Cllr Watters has requested a joint meeting with An Garda Siochaná and the PSNI, together with Cllr Liz Kimmons and it is hoped several issues relating to these boy racers will be addressed. “When these boy racers congregate there are a number of things that happen; the noise alone is very disruptive to residents in the area and as these are

regular events it has the effect of making people nervous or afraid to leave their homes; the cars are causing an obstruction on the road and other motorists are being forced to try and manoeuver their way through them. I have received a complaint from a female driver in particular who was driving alone and felt very uncomfortable and was quite shaken as she arrived on the scene on her route home. That is not good enough.” “This is anti-social behavior and an infringement on people just going about their daily business. This behavior is a danger to pedestrians, householders and drivers alike. We need to all work together to tackle this scourge before it escalates even further and ends up in tragedy.”

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The rain held off which allowed the school to look its best in the autumn sunshine. 50 staff and 100 students spent the afternoon showing off the newly renovated buildings and just what St Louis has to offer to students and their families. Principal Michelle Dolan and Deputy Principal Mary Gilmore were delighted with the turnout. “It has been an incredibly busy term for us here at St Louis. We managed to stay open last May despite the fire and underwent an enormous renovation over the summer holidays. It was really lovely to be able to show families all of the new rooms and the extensive improvements made to our campus, which will enable us to continue to offer innovative learning to our girls,” said Michelle.

Visitors were greeted by beautiful traditional music in the foyer while upstairs the St Louis Strings and the St Louis Instrumental Group played as they visited the new general purpose space on the top corridor. In the Home Economics Rooms they decorated and enjoyed freshly baked cookies, they created circuits with their bodies and saw experiments in the Science labs, they made bookmarks and clay decorations in the Art Rooms and watched the 3D printer and other exciting tools in the Technology Suite create all sorts of items. The girls also had the opportunity to work on the Chrome books at the Business stand, try to find artefacts with the History Dept, play Sudoku with some Maths students, and fill in worksheets in Irish, Religion and Spanish. The

TY students had displays on just what a St Louis girl gets to do in Transition Year, and had some of their portfolio work on display for parents to see. They also got to try out the ukuleles and guitars in the Music Room. The highlight of the tour for many was the new outdoor space created when the old Concert Hall was destroyed. “So many former students who were here with their daughters were thrilled to see what a good use we made of that space,” said Mary Gilmore. “There were lots of memories in that old building and it was sad to see it go, but the new courtyard is a beautiful space right in the heart of our campus which will be a wonderful gathering place for our students for years to come.”

Thousands may not be claiming €1,500 Home Carer Credit - Breathnach

Fianna Fáil TD for Louth and East Meath Declan Breathnach has said thousands of families may be missing out on tax relief of up to €1,500 per year because they are not aware of the Home Carer Tax Credit. Commenting Deputy Breathnach said that, “Fianna Fáil has consistently highlighted the need for the Home Carer Tax Credit to be increased and we were pleased to secure a further €300 increase in the credit for 2019 in the Budget. “The Home Carer Tax Credit is designed to help families where one parent works in the home to care for one or more children

or a dependent person. However, it seems to me that many people are not aware of this tax credit and may be missing out. I have regularly called on the Government and the Revenue Commissioners to take steps to improve the awareness of this tax credit. According to the Central Statistics Office, there are currently 146,698 family units where one parent is staying at home to care for children. “The figure is likely to be higher than this when one factors in those who are caring for a dependent person. According to details published last week from the Department of Finance, only 85,900 families

claim the Home Carer Tax Credit. It is very likely that there are many families out there not benefitting from this credit because they are not aware of it. “More now needs to be done to increase the uptake of this credit.   “I acknowledge that the Revenue Commissioners have done a lot of work in this area and there has been a significant uptake in the credit but this work needs to continue. The Home Care Tax Credit is vital support for working families and we need to do all we can to make sure all those who qualify actually avail of it”, concluded Breathnach.

St. Louis Open Day Art Students Grace McEneaney, Mia Martin and Celia Valladares, all from second year.

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Keith and Sinead Mullen of Roden Place 2nd in the Best Business Premises at the Improve Our Town awards night.

Paddy Myers Castletown Cottages 1st prize in the Best Garden in the Improve Our Town Awards and John Meehan Rosemount Guest House 1st prize in the The Best Hospitality Premies in the Improve Our Town Awards night .

to prize in the Best Business premises Cllr Conor Keelan presenting First Prize in the Best Estate CatCllr Maeve Yore presenting First Funeral Home. egory C to J J Murphy for Ard Easmuinn estate Anette and Gerard Quinn of Quinns

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Success for CúChulainn archers John Keenan and Éamonn Rogers of CúChulainn Archers finished third in the All Ireland Archery Final 2018, which was held in the National Sports Campus Ireland. Competing for CúChulainn Archers in the Mayo field competition were Adam and Niall Bradley, Ciaran Flanagan, Jordan Gallagher, John Keenan, Adria Quinn, Christine O’Sullivan, Éamonn Roger and Jacek Szóstakowski. Adria Quinn came first in the Women’s Com-

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in Brief Avoided Conviction

A man who stole items valued at €41 was given the chance to avoid a conviction if he made a €300 donation to charity. Orion McAlinden (19) of 71 Slieve Foy Park, Muirhevnamor, Dundalk, admitted taking the items from Penneys. The Marshes, on July 16 this year. Solicitor Niall Breen stated that the items had been recovered. Judge John Coughlan accepted €100 and stated that if another €200 was paid by February 20 he would strike the matter out.

Careless Driving

A man who pleaded guilty to careless driving was fined €200 at Dundalk District Court. Marcis Misins of 22 Williamsons Place, Dundalk, was observed performing a u-turn at Anne St on April 7, 2016. The 31-year-old cabinetmaker had no previous convictions.

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Exciting week planned for science festival Louth Libraries launched the inaugural Louth Science Festival in Dundalk Library on October 24. Gareth Kelly from the School of Engineering in DkIT facilitated an exciting workshop on K’NEX bridge building with a class from De La Salle Boys School in Dundalk to coincide with the launch. This workshop examined ‘mega structures’ and the science behind how they are built and what stops them falling down. The boys also got the opportunity to build their own amazing bridge and test the structure to see whose was the strongest. SFI research shows that Louth is a low inter-

Mary McHugh, Louth Libraries; Yvonne O’Brien, County Librarian; Cllr. Conor Keelan, Chair of Municipal District of Dundalk; Amanda Branigan, Louth Libraries & Gareth Kelly, School of Engineering, DkIT.

vention county in terms of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) participation. Through a varied programme of free events aimed at all ages, it is hoped to make STEM education accessible

and fun to all, and to stimulate interest and debate around all aspects of science, technology, engineering, arts and maths. A full programme of events will run in all branches from Novem-

ber 6 to 17. Funding from Science Foundation Ireland (SFI), has allowed the library put together a really exciting event schedule with creative, innovative facilitators along with events facilitated

by science research centre’s including the Crann Institute, iCrag and Adapt Centre in Dublin. Collaboration with local industries in this programme allows the opportunity to bring science to life by show-

ing how STEM is used in every day scenarios and business. County Librarian, Yvonne O’Brien stated: “The collaborative aspect of Louth Science Festival is really exciting as it allows us bring Science to life for the students and the public in general. The Louth Science Festival programme is targeted at primary schools, secondary schools and the general public. A flavor of some of the public events include free workshops on the science of beekeeping; the science of gin; the science of the HPV virus and vaccine and a career panel talk on a day in the life of a STEM professional.

Big turn out for Women’s Enterprise Day Female entrepreneurs from across Counties Meath and Louth took part in Ireland’s largest National Women’s Enterprise Day on Thursday October 18 when they attended their local event at The Citynorth Hotel, Gormanstown, Co. Meath. An initiative of the Local Enterprise Offices, and now in its 12th

year, over 1,400 female entrepreneurs attended National Women’s Enterprise Day events across the country. At the Meath and Louth event in The Citynorth Hotel, over 80 local entrepreneurs were in attendance to hear the thoughts of Anne Reilly, CEO Paycheck Plus, Profes-

sor Colette Henry DKIT and Louise Caulfield, Owner Caulfield Country Boards. The National Women’s Enterprise Day initiative is led by the 31 Local Enterprise Offices nationwide, and funded by the Government of Ireland, in partnership with Enterprise Ireland and Local Authorities and

Enterprise Europe Network. The theme of this year’s National Women’s Enterprise Day was “From Local To Global”, aiming to highlight the success stories of female entrepreneurs who have taken their local ideas and turned them into global success stories with the hope of inspiring more women to do the same.

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in Brief Criminal Damage

A Dundalk man who is currently serving a sentence was given a further three-month term when he pleaded guilty to charges of criminal damage and possession of cannabis at Dundalk District Court. David Cooney (22) of 3 Mooreland Row, Armagh Rd, Dundalk, admitted breaking the window of a car at Manydown Close on February 2 this year. He pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of drugs on the same date. Judge Coughlan convicted on the criminal damage charge and took the other into account.

Four-Year Ban

Marian Gongos (26) of 106 Ath Leathan, Racecourse Road, Dundalk, was disqualified for four years after being convicted of driving without insurance at Dundalk District Court. The defendant, who didn’t appear in court, was stopped by Gardai on October 22 last year at the Ramparts. Judge John Coughlan was told the defendant had a previous conviction for no insurance, and was also fined €400.

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Dundalk look to cap off dream season with FAI Cup final win Stephen Kenny’s all conquering Dundalk side will look to cap off a dream season when they face rivals Cork City for a fourth consecutive season in the season ending FAI Cup final. Dundalk completed the double in 2016 by beating Cork in the final but lost out to the Leesiders in both 2015 and last year. Last year in particular proved a tough pill to swallow as Cork City completed their own double by beating the Lilywhites on penalties. Having wrapped up the league in style last month Dundalk will now aim to complete their second double under Kenny’s tenure to put the cap on a magnificent season in which they wrestled back their title from John Caulfield’s Cork City. Dundalk who were taken over by American investors Peak 6 last January have enjoyed a near flawless season breaking both Fyffes FAI Cup the points total and

Dundalk celebrating their league triumph last month.

goals scored total dur- so we want to ensure ing a fantastic season that they can bring that for the club. Speak- form to the Aviva. ing at a press conferIt’s a great honour to ence ahead of the final be in the final and we Dundalk FC manager should never be comStephen Kenny was placent about that. This confident that Pat is our fourth final in a Hoban would shake row but before 2015 it off an ankle injury he had been thirteen years picked up against Bohs since a Dundalk side in the final game of the reached the final and league season. it was a while again “We trained today before that. We’re in a and although we didn’t great position to win have everybody ready our second double in to do a full session I’m three seasons but we confident that we will are facing a formidable have who we want to challenge in Cork City play available for Sun- and we are really going day. Preparations have to have to earn it. Our been good so far and great supporters will be the players have played a big help in us achievFinal_Advert_Dundalk Leader_260mm x 160mm_FA.pdf really well this season ing that goal. For a pro-

vincial town we have always brought great numbers to the Aviva in my time here as manager and hopefully that will continue. “All the businesses in town are decked out in black and white which is great to see and shows the connection which has grown between the club and the community,” concluded Stephen. The Lily White Express departs Clarke Station at 11.35am and arrives at Grand Canal Docks at 12.41pm. Departs Dublin Connolly at 6.35pm and arrives Clarke Station at 1 26/10/2018 17:00 7.48pm.

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NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I asked you for many favours This time, I ask 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 three days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail). M.T. 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 three days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail). K.K.

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 three days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail). A.D. 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 three days. Promise publication and favours will be granted. (Never known to fail). B.C.

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Concert to celebrate local traditional music Dundalk Institute of Technology and the Oriel Traditional Orchestra are joining forces this November for a special concert at An Táin Arts Centre in Dundalk at 8pm on Wednesday 14 November 2018. Oirghialla Oscailte features traditional musicians and singers from the Department of Creative Arts, Media and Music and the Oriel Traditional Orchestra in association with the Creative Arts Research Centre. The concert is a celebration of the musical heritage of the Oriel region and marks the coming together of two pillars in the artistic community in the region, the Oriel Traditional Orchestra and Dundalk Institute of Technology. The music reflects both old and new with reference to the local and global, reminding us that music is both timeless and beyond boundaries. The concert marks the beginning of a collaboration supported by the Department of Culture, Heritage and

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the Gaeltacht who are funding an ambitious collaborative project that connects the research and expertise at DkIT with the musicians of the region. The first half of the concert features musicians from DkIT, many of whom are studying on the BA (Hons) Applied Music programme. As well as regular performances in the local area, performers and researchers

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CAOLAN Rafferty produced a fantastic performance in the wind and rain in Scotland last week to win the 14th Fife Tournament on the British Universities & Colleges Tour. The Dundalk player, who is a Harrington Scholar at Maynooth University, shot a six under par total of 136 to win the 36 hole event at Fairmont, St Andrews, by seven shots. His victory saw him move up to 54 in the World Amateur Golf Rankings, his highest position yet. Rafferty was only player in the field to finish under par and he led Maynooth University to victory in the team event as they beat Durham University by a massive 23 strokes with Stirling a further two strokes back. The tournament brought Rafferty’s 2018 season to an end and he can look back on very successful campaign which saw him make a major breakthrough by winning the South of Ireland Championship and getting into the top 100 in the World Golf Rankings as well as helping Dundalk to its first ever senior title when winning the Leinster Barton Shield at Mount Wolseley in July.

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1 Nursery Rhymes Who sat in the corner according to the nursery rhyme? 2 Election Michael D Higgins was re-elected President of Ireland but which of the candidates finished last in the poll? 3 Human Body What is the medical term for the part of the body known as the windpipe? 4 Language What does a toxicologist study? 5 Architecture Who designed the huge iron tower which is a major tourist attraction in the centre of Paris? 6 Halloween Before the pumpkin became the ubiquitous jack-o’-lantern of today, which vegetable was more traditionally carved? 7 Cartoons In the Simpsons, what is the name of the neighbouring town and

rivals of Springfield? 8 Bible In the Bible, which King was famous for his wisdom? 9 Authors Which scientist wrote the famous book ‘A Brief History of Time’? 10 Philosphy Which two Chinese words, important in philosphy and Taoism, literally translate as “shady place” and “sunny place” or, alternatively, “north slope” and “south slope”? Stinker Philip Strauss invented what successful item for cars in 1911?

—this week’s answers— 1. Little Jack Horner. 2. Gavin Duffy 3. Trachea 4. Poisons 5. Gustave Eiffel 6. Turnip 7. Shelbyville 8. King Solomon 9. Stephen Hawking 10. Ying and Yang. Stinker - Air Filled Tyres.

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Dundalk have moved up seven places in the latest Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) survey and are now 22nd out of 40 towns in the country on the list. Dundalk are once again closing in on their highest ever placing which was 19th back in January 2016 and their latest position represents a big improvement on a year ago when they placed 30th.

The IBAL survey is a biannual report commissioned by An Taisce which carries out litter surveys of our main towns and cities according to international standards. The towns and cities throughout Ireland are then ranked in a league table format. The report praised a number of areas around town including Dundalk Grammar School,

Dunnes Stores Car Park, Dundalk Recycle Centre, Dundalk Football Club and Dundalk Town Centre and advised that Dundalk Institute of Technology could be a top-ranking site if it addressed the issue of cigarette butts around the campus. Fermoy in Cork City was named the cleanest town in the survey while Ballybane in Co. Galway was named the worst.

Kilkerley Emmets U-14 Girls team who beat Cooley in the recent Division League Final in Darver. Included are: Grainne Cumiskey. Katie Cotter, Emily McElroy, Katie Clarke, Aoife Clarke, Chloe Conlon, Zara Dempsey, Sophia Stitt, Ella McEnteggart, Bronagh Cowan, Aisling Quigley, Caitlin Leneghan, Sarah Lawrence, Ciara Lennon, Emily Hoey, Niamh Cawley, Clodagh Sharkey, Erin Finnegan, Brigh McEnteggart, Kayleigh Grey Oakes, Aoife McGee, Ciara Quigley, Dearbhala Quinn.

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Charity Lunch in aid of SOSAD

A Christmas Charity Lunch in Aid of SOSAD will take place on Sunday November 25 in honour of Captain Mark Duffy who died last year when Coast Guard Rescue 116 helicopter crashed off the coast of Co. Mayo. Tickets for the charity event cost €50 and the proceedings will begin with a Prosecco reception at 12 noon on Sunday November 25 in

Ballymascanlon House, Hotel. There will also be a fashion show as well as a three course meal and a fantastic raffle. There will be prizes for bestdressed lady and gent on the day and this is all thanks to the support of sponsors Rapport and Tony McDonnell. Raffle prizes are still being collected and if any businesses around town would like to support the event they can

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donate prizes by contacting Johanna on 0877811581. Tickets for the charity lunch can also be purchased through Johanna. If you can’t attend the charity lunch you are more than welcome to support the event by purchasing raffle tickets to be in with a chance of winning one of the fantastic prizes on offer.

Setanta Choir are special guests at the WIT concert. Thursday evening 8th November is a date not to be missed for music lovers. A musical and enthralling mixture of young musicians, with The WIT Concert String Orchestra conducted by local violinist Eimear Heeney, embark on a musical tour of epic proportions. Featuring musical scores from all the most popular films of recent years it promises to be a most award winning 2004/05/06/07 & 08

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rewarding and enriching event. Eimear, who hails from Newtownbalregan, an ex St Louis student, has assembled a most gifted and talented orchestra who are making their tour debut. And where better to begin than in the your home place and the Carrickdale Hotel. Also performing will be the the world famous, Setanta Choir who have very generously agreed to enthrall local audiences

once again with their outstanding repertoir of songs, under the musical direction of Una Murphy. Leading Irish Tenor Dominic McGorian, he of the silken voice, and wonderfull Soprano Donna Roche, are singing together for the very first time beautifull popular duets that promises to lift the spirits of all. An event not to be missed Carrickdale Hotel 8th November at 8 pm.

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Crystal Ice - Prodigy 9 Showcase

Do you want to have some fun with your friends and family? Enjoy some crazy choreographies performed by

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are heading to the An Táin Art Centre to perform their extraordinary ninth annual dance showcase ‘Prodigy’. The concept behind Prodigy is not only a showcase of dance and talent but also somewhere to get uplifted and renewed. Crystal Ice Academy has been running for 13 years with their prodigy showcase founded 9 years ago. The dancers, aged all the way from three right up to twenty one, have won various dance competitions and

have also qualified three times to represent Ireland in the hip-hop championships all the way in Las Vegas USA. The show will be performed on Sunday November 2nd at 7.30pm and if you’re not available then they’re always showcasing on Monday 3rd at the same time. Tickets will cost €15 and the show will be held in the An Táin Art Centre, Crowe Street, right here in Dundalk. Join them Best dressed Gent winner at Dundalk Chamber Business Awards was Gerard McEvoy with sponfor some great sors Anna McDonnell of Tony McDonnell Menswear. family fun and be inspired!

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A birdie on the last hole clinched the House Committee Cup for 11 handicapper Derek Murdock on a beautiful day at Dundalk last Sunday. Oliver McGinnity, who was in the first group that teed off at 7.15am, had set the early clubhouse with a four under par 68 and was subsequently joined by Tom Clarke (17) and Michael Coburn (9). McGinnity was well finished when Murdock began his round just before noon and he began the chase earnestly as he took full advantage of the excellent conditions down the front nine which he covered in four under par after back to back birdies at the fifth and sixth and pars at the second, fourth and seventh. He played to his handicap on the first three holes of the back nine but then dropped shots on the 13th and 14th where he didn’t have shots and ended up bogeying the holes to slip back to two under with four to play. With the wind at this back he parred the 15th to get back to three under and he was still on the number when he teed off on the last hole. But he managed to get the birdie he needed to leapfrog over the trio on 68 and claim the House Committee Cup with an excellent five-under par 67. Coburn took Category 1, Clarke won Category 2 and McGinnity was the Category 3 winner while the evergreen Peter Rogers shot the day’s best gross score of 74. Eoin Murphy went very close to keeping the Irish Varsities title in Dundalk at Rosapenna when he was pipped for the title by one shot by James McVicker of Ulster University. Playing for DKIT, Murphy jumped eight places in the final round after shooting a superb four under par 67 that included six birdies. He was holding the clubhouse lead when McVicker sank a 10 foot par putt on the last to pip him for the title which was won last year by his Dundalk team-mate Caolan Rafferty. After opening the competition with a two over par 73, Murphy shot 78 in the second round after dropping five shots over the first three holes and then another five shots over the first three holes of the back nine. In addition to his second place finish, Murphy was also tied first for most birdies (13) and the best Par Five average (4.33). Josh Mackin was also in action In Rosapenna and the DKIT student shot rounds of 75, 75 and 78 to finish 11th. The annual Captain’s Dinner will take place in the Clubhouse on November 16.

Dundalk Looking Good celebrates community spirit Dundalk and its residents were certainly looking good as the annual celebration of dedication and community spirit among residents groups, volunteers and the business community in Dundalk took place in the Táin Theatre on Thursday October 2. Dundalk Looking Good is one of the highlights of the Council’s calendar and is a fitting event to reward all those who work tirelessly to make Dundalk the best it can possibly be. Prizes were given out on the night to many categories including housing estates, best gardens, hospitality and business premises. Cllr Liam Reilly, Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council, warmly praised all those who took part in the competition this year and championed the value of volunteerism which contributes to make Dundalk a great place. He also acknowledged the contribution of the Tidy Towns committee in particular, as he understands the challenges they face and the amount of time they put in, from his work as a volunteer in Dromiskin. His final acknowledge-

Lorraine and Gabriel Reilly, Kingswood receiving 2nd Prize in the Best Estate Street Category B from Helen Byrne, Chairperson, Dundalk Tidy Towns and Cllr Marianne Butler.

ment was of Dundalk’s achievement in winning its eleventh Gold Medal Award in the National Tidy Towns Competition and their recent positive improvement in the Irish Business Against Litter competition. A number of prizes were given out to representatives of winning local estates which included Carroll Mead, Cooley Park and Ard Easmuinn. Excitement was palpable at the Táin Theatre when John & Geraldine Conachy won first place in the Best Overall Garden category for their colourful garden at

Greenacres. Other prize winning garden awards went to Paddy Myers of Castletown Garden and Margaret & Darren Dowling of Lios Dubh. This year’s Best Presented Hospitality Award went to the outstanding Rosemount Guest House on the Dublin Road, who are also previous winners of this category. Their beautiful grounds are admired by both locals and their guests who stay in these fabulous premises. Representatives of Quinn’s Funeral Home on Bridge Street were delighted to win the Best Business Premises

category which was richly deserved for the great effort which they put in every year. They have won this category previously but continue to maintain their premises to a very high standard. The beautiful hanging baskets and flower displays greatly enhance this area. The Adjudicators Award went to Mullaharlin Park who are worthy winners of this category. This award meant a great deal to the local residents and is a great reward to residents of this estate for all their hard work over the last number of years.

Louth County Council nominated for SEAI Sustainable Energy Award Louth County Council has again been recognised for its commitment to energy-saving projects across the county with a nomination for the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) Sustainable Energy Awards. The Council has been nominated in the ‘community’ category. This is the third occasion this year that the Council has been commended for its energysaving work. The SEAI Sustainable Energy Awards encourage and reward excellence in energy management. This nomination is a recognition of energy saving works delivered by a Better Energy Communities (BEC) project in which Louth County Council was the grantee. The project works were completed in the last year by many beneficiaries working with the Council, with the assistance of €450,000 in funding from the SEAI’s Better Energy Communities Programme and energy credits from Bord Gais Energy. These projects include energy improvement and upgrade works for: Dundalk Simon Community,

Seatown House, Jocelyn Street, Dundalk. Drogheda swimming pool, Aura Leisure Centre, Drogheda. St Joseph’s C.B.S Primary School, Drogheda. Louth County Council dog pound, Dundalk. Dundalk Fire Station, Meadow Grove, Dundalk. In February, Louth County Council received a Special Recognition Award for Innovation in Social Housing and the Community at the Local Authority Members Association (LAMA) Awards for energy-saving initiatives that have resulted in energy savings of some €600,000 since 2015. In the same month, the Council also received ISO 50001 certification from the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) in recognition of the development of its own Energy Management System (EnMS). Speaking ahead of the SEAI Sustainable Energy Awards, Senior Executive Engineer, Louth County Council, Pádraig O’Hora said: “Promoting sustainable development, protecting the environment and improving the qual-

ity of life for communities are core commitments of Louth County Council. Our dedicated energy team is working to ensure the Council continues to be an energy leader among local authorities. We are delighted to be recognised for our work in delivering energy-efficient projects and initiatives.” Commenting on the competition, Jim Gannon, Chief Executive, SEAI said: “Each year the SEAI Energy Awards showcase excellence in sustainable energy. We all have a say in what our energy future will look like and we all have a responsibility to act. The Awards finalists are leading the way in this action and are demonstrating how other organisations can push the boundaries of more sustainable energy generation and energy efficiency activities. I commend them on their significant achievements.” The SEAI Sustainable Energy Awards took place last Thursday*, 25th October at the Mansion House, Dublin 2. More than 30 projects from 14 counties are shortlisted across nine categories.

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