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History was made on Saturday afternoon in the Gaelic Grounds in Drogheda as the Dundalk Young Ireland’s became the first Louth team to win a Leinster Junior Final. Adrian Sheekey’s late goal against St Brigid’s from Offaly sealed a tense 2-10 to 2-7 victory for Adrian O’Donoghue’s team to signal the beginning of a weekend of celebrations around Seatown. The Louth champions certainly did it in style as despite trailing by five points in the final quarter and being reduced to 14men they hit back in style with a Dermot Mone goal Continued on Page 2

Young Irelands celebrate winning the Leinster Final

Garda warning to be extra vigilant Gardaí have once again warned people to be extra vigilant during the dark winter months with burglaries on the rise locally at this time of year. Last week there were seven attempted burglaries and Gardaí have warned people to ensure their houses are secure. A man in his 30s has been arrested and charged following an aggravated burglary at a house in Muirhevnamor last Wednesday (December 5). Gardaí are currently investigating allegations that a woman in her 40s was assaulted and falsely imprisoned in the house. Continued on Page 2

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before Aidan Sheekey’s goal in injury-time clinched a dramatic win. It’s been a remarkable year for the club who also won both the county league and championship ahead of this latest success. It also caps a fine 2018 for manager Adrian O’Donoghue who took over a team low on confidence following relegation into division three in 2017. The day was extra special for O’Donoghue given the fact that his two sons, Cian and Jordan, were Young Irelands celebrate winning the Leinster title part of the winning Saturday’s victory could also be masters through the year that team. in the Leinster Final of their own destiny they don’t know when According to Adrian, showed that his players but that each and they are beaten. We are a special group every one of them had will celebrate this who can be rightfully to look into the mirror victory but as I said proud of what they and tell themselves to the lads this is just have achieved. He they were willing to do an All-Ireland quarter also promised that whatever it takes to get final. We are one game the journey is not the club back to where away from making the PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFTS final and that is what over yet and admitted it belongs. “I have to say that we are looking to do. he is already setting his sights on an All- the group of players The journey still has a DUBLIN TO NORWAY (4 STOPS) we had this year were bit to go yet we hope. Ireland Final. “They did this not “This truly is an an absolute credit DEPART MAY 26th – 8 NIGHTS amazing fairytale to both themselves only for themselves story,” stated Adrian. and the club. They but for the club and the “If you said to us this sacrificed many things community. There’s a (Inc. All Meals & Entertainment) time last year that we throughout the year great bond in our club be winning a to ensure they were between players and HARRY POTTER & CADBURY WORLD would Leinster Final in a available for training supporters and it was LUXURY COACH FROM DUBLIN & 2 NIGHTS B&B year’s time I don’t think and they have got their just fantastic to see so many people would rewards by winning the many happy Young FROM €339pp / €199 Child Under-14 have given you much league, championship Irelanders on Saturday TRAVEL GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE heed. We were very and now the Leinster evening. We are a big ‘’ TELL YOUR LOVED ONE WHERE TO GO’’ family at the end of down last year after an Final. “We’ve gone 20 the day and there is embarrassing year for our club. We lost 16 games unbeaten now nothing better than victory out of 17 matches and and there’s a real belief celebrating we were the masters in the squad. We were with your family and of our own downfall. five points down on friends. This is what I came in at the start the day and it looked makes the GAA so explained of the year and I said bad for us but these special,” to the lads that they boys have shown all Adrian.

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gate two intruders immediately fled the scene. Nothing was taken during the incident. Also on December 8 on the Newry Road between 4pm and 6pm a woman returned to her house to find that it had been ransacked with a number of items of jewellery stolen. Th efollowing day on the Castletown Road another house was ransacked between 3pm and 10:30pm but nothing was taken. There was one case of dangerous driving reported this week on December 8 at approximately 1:50pm. The suspect was pursued by Gardaí from Muirhevnamor and the chase continued up to the Ballymac roundabout where the suspect crashed. He then proceeded to jump out of his car to try and flee the scene but was quickly apprehended by Gardaí.

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Fyffes successful sponsorship of Dundalk FC reaches conclusion Dundalk-based banana distributors Fyffes has announced that its sponsorship of Dundalk FC has concluded after what it describes as ‘seven exceedingly successful years with the club.’ The sponsorship commenced seven seasons ago ahead of the 2012 season – at a time when the Club had narrowly avoided relegation and closure – but had the ambition to achieve the level of success that was subsequently enjoyed under the management of Stephen Kenny and its squad of highly-talented players, some of whom having represented their country at different agegroups. In a statement released to lo-

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the local community – we annually took the decision to extend our support, up to and including the 2018 season’. In response, Dundalk FC’s Chief Executive Mal Brannigan said: ‘The Club would like to thank Fyffes, Gerry Cunningham and Emma Hunt-Duffy for their support shown to the Lilywhites over the past seven seasons, during which time both organisations have benefitted from the partnership. The Club wishes Fyffes well for the direction it is now pursuing and looks forward to helping them develop their commitment to the promotion of children’s health and fitness and their other community initiatives.‘

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Mandy turns on Christmas lights for Zoe Murphy Appeal By Paul Byrne

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The goodwill towards two-year old Zoe Murphy continues to flow with local woman Mandy Stevenson holding a fundraiser at her house on Monday evening. Mandy invited people down to Manydown Close for the turning on of the Christmas lights at her house. Two-year old Zoe Murphy was born with quadriplegia and cerebral palsy at 21 months old and as a result suffers with spasticity and restricted movement. Zoe’s parents Lynda Bannon and Eamonn Murphy were told by doctors that their daughter faced the prospect of being in a wheelchair for

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the rest of her life. Mandy’s house in Manydown Close is well known for the spectacular display she puts on

each Christmas with colourful lights all over her house and garden. Everybody who attended on Monday evening made a

donation to the Zoe Murphy Appeal which will help pay for a life changing surgery in America at a cost of $100,000.

Park, Castletown Road, Dundalk, also pleaded guilty to criminal damage arising out of an incident at Park St on March 19 this year. Judge John Coughlan stated that it was

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to jail for assaulting a Garda as I take a very dim view of that,” stated the judge. The defendant paid compensation of €284 for the damage caused to the Garda car.

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Ardee CS Transition Year Variety Show

On Saturday the 24th and Sunday the 25th of November 2018, Transition Year students put on their own variety show. They practiced their dances for six weeks leading up to the show with Tracy and Kelly McCluskey from “Showbiz Kids Stage School”, while the students who sang in the show spent their time with vocal coach, Lisa Carpenter. Many students got to showcase their previously hidden talents, in the form of singing and dancing. The show had two acts and 6 different scenes. The first scene was the “School Medley”. It contained songs and dances all about school and teenage life. One of the songs performed was a “One Way or Another/ Teenage Kicks” mashup performed by Christopher Crawley, Cian Geraghty, Eric Larkin, Oisin Englishby and Evan Duffy. The second scene

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was the “Love Scene”. In this scene, we saw many amazing dances and Erin Shevlin take to the stage to preform her solo “Lost Without You”. The last scene in Act One was the “Rock ‘n’ Roll Scene”. This scene was full of energy and had the whole cast come together to perform Elvis Presley’s “Can’t Help Falling in Love”. During the interval,

last year’s winner of “Search for a Star”, Emmet Carroll performed two songs for the audience. The second act opened with the “Musical Theatre Scene”, the largest portion of the show. It contained movements from many different musicals including “The Greatest Showman”, “Hairspray” and “Grease”. We also saw many soloists take to the stage during this

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Forty De La Salle students and their teachers travel to Barcelona

De La Salle students recently travelled to Barcelona with their teachers Mr. McArdle, Mr. McGuinness, Mr. McKeon, Mr. O’Connor and Mr.

McCourt. As part of the wide-range of extra-curricular activities on offer at the College, the 40 students experienced learning, not just outside the

classroom but, outside the country. On a jam-packed itinerary, the students and their teachers got to visit La Sagrada Familia Cathedral &

Nou Camp Stadium. They got to visit Monsterrat, the site of Santa Maria de Monsterrat and the Black Madonna. As well as this they also experi-

enced the views of the landscape from the High Cross at Monsterrat. Students also visited the Olympic Park at Mont-Juic and see the amazing

view of Barcelona. Of course, the trip couldn’t be complete without a trip to Portaventura where students got to experience a thrill on the

rollercoasters on offer, in particular the Shambala which has the 2nd highest drop of any rollercoaster in Europe. On the final day, students got to

see an eventful Basketball game between Barca Lassa and Juventut. Students also got to go shopping on La Rambla before flying home.

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Conway and other local soloists and players. The conductor will be Inspector Pat Kenny of the Garda Band and will feature Sibéal Ní Chasaide. Marbhna is composed by Odhrán Ó Casaide, and sets out to explore the beauty of sean nós voice together with orchestra, classical solo voices, traditional and early music instruments. Since its foundation in 1968, Dundalk Credit Union has a long history of giving back to the community it serves; the proceeds from this event will be donated to Dundalk SVP, Dundalk Simon Community & St. Patrick’s Parish Soup Kitchen. Launching the event, Chairman of Dundalk Credit Union Paddy Donnelly said “This performance of Marbhna will be spectacular. In bringing it to St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dundalk Credit Union is keen to bring its beauty and magic to life in a very special and unique way

Ulster region and a series of campus tours to speak about the benefits of higher education and to showcase life at DkIT. Diarmuid Ca-

hill, Schools Liaison Officer at DkIT leads schools outreach at DkIT spoke about the importance of higher education.

Dundalk Library Christmas events Men’s Shed Choir performance at 11am Thurs 13th Dec @11am Christmas Table Quiz Thurs 13th December @ 2:30pm Baby Book Club Friday 14th of De-

Dundalk Credit Union Presents Spectacular Performance Of “Requiem-Marbhna” As Part Of Its 50th Anniversary Celebrations

undalk Credit Union is delighted to present a spectacular performance of the highly acclaimed Requiem-Marbhna in collaboration with Dundalk Institute of Technology, as part of its 50th anniversary program of celebrations. The event, which will take place on Sunday 16th December, in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dundalk at 8pm, will bring the highly acclaimed commemorative performance to the people of Dundalk for the first time, and proceeds from the event will be donated to three local charities; Dundalk SVP, Dundalk Simon Community & St. Patrick’s Parish Soup Kitchen. This performance of Requiem-Marbhna in the Irish language, features staff and students from Dundalk Institute of Technology, who will be joined by the Garda Band, Ardee Concert Band, Tredagh Singers, Zoë

and to showcase local role models. The Institute organised numerous visits to schools across the North Leinster-South

for the people of Dundalk. We hope that the people of Dundalk will come and enjoy this event, the proceeds of which will be donated to several local charities, all of whom are doing amazing work in our community throughout the year, but face significant extra demands at this time of year”. President of Dundalk Institute of Technology, Michael Mulvey said “DkIT are delighted to collaborate with Dundalk Credit Union to bring this performance of RequiemMarbhna to St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and in doing so support the efforts of organisations working so hard at this time of year”. Tickets will cost €10 and are available from St. Patrick’s Parish Office, McAteers The Food House & The Marshes Shopping Centre. Concession tickets are available from Dundalk Credit Union at a cost of €5 for members. A very special and memorable evening is guaranteed.

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St Louis Secondary School’s 6th Year Economics students and their teacher Sinéad Brady have been awarded a trip to the European Parliament in Strasbourg. The students will get the unique opportunity to experience EU decision making in the form of a multilingual European Youth Parliament. The event also allows students to get together, debate, take sides, negotiate, amend, vote and finally adopt resolutions on real European issues. To win the trip, the Eco-

nomics students had to submit a one-minute video on what mattered to them if they were elected as a Member of the European Parliament. The St Louis girls placed a particular focus on the border as this is what is really important to them. Several girls shared their own personal concerns about Brexit and won the judges over with both the content and the slick presentation of their opinions. Economics teacher Sinéad Brady was delighted with the girls’ success and revealed that

they learned much from the experience. “Economics is a very popular subject at Leaving Cert level in St Louis and it was a fascinating project in which to get involved. Teaching and learning here is more than just book work and this was a great opportunity for the girls to really analyse what matters to them right now, and at their stage in life. They will be the economic leaders of the future so I am thrilled that they will get to experience first hand how a real European Parliament works,” stated Ms Brady.

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“The Cocklepickers” unveiling Blackrock

The official unveiling of the new sculpture on the promenade takes place on Saturday December 15 at 11am. “The Cocklepickers” by local artist Micheál McKeown is the final piece in the trio of high-quality public artworks on Blackrock promenade representing the maritime origins of the village, and complementing the Sundial and “Bradáin” which have been in place since 2000 and 2013 respectively. The sculpture uses interwoven stainless-steel strips to create a group of two cocklepickers on the beach - a scene which would have been familiar as far back as Medieval times. Cockle picking in the area was especially important during the famine, when

it was the only food source for many local families. The unveiling will be carried out by Councillor Liam Reilly, Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council, and everybody is invited to come along to witness the latest addition to the promenade. The project is supported by The LEADER Rural Development Programme 2014-2020 and funded by The Department of Rural and Community Development. It is also supported by SuperValu Fairways and Louth County Council. Meanwhile, SuperValu Fairways have announced that they will provide significant sponsorship to Blackrock Tidy Towns over the next five years. Part of

the funding will go towards the new “Cocklepickers” sculpture which will be installed on Main Street before the end of the year. John Horan, chairperson of Blackrock Tidy Towns said “We want to thank Richard Tiernan on behalf of our committee and our volunteers for this most generous funding commitment which will help us enormously with our development and maintenance work in the village on behalf of the community in Blackrock. SuperValu are strong supporters of communities all over Ireland, and especially voluntary organisations like our own, and Richard has supported the Blackrock community, including Tidy Towns, through Centra in the village for many years” he said.

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Anam Cara meeting

Anam Cara North Dublin, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding its monthly parent evening on Wednesday December 19 at 7:20pm in the Carnegie Court Hotel, Swords, Co. Dublin. The meeting offers parents a safe and comfortable forum where they can connect with other bereaved parents who will understand the depth of their grief and loss.

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deaths Phyllis Marron (née Finn) Killanny, Corcreaghy, Dundalk, peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, on Sunday December 9. Predeceased by her husband John Francis. Beloved mother to Margaret, Frances, Johnny, Caroline, Annette and Denise. Deeply regretted and sadly missed by her loving daughters, son, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, daughterin-law, sons-in-law, brothers,

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her loving companion and close friend Francis Treanor, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours, and friends. Doreen McKenna late of Oldbridge, Toberona and LennonMelia Terrace, Dundalk, peacefully, in the dedicated care of her family on Saturday December 8. Devoted mother to Anthony, beloved daughter of Margaret and Ivor and dear sister of Patrick, Katherine, Mary, Margaret, Ivor, Elizabeth, Martin, Paul, Kevin, Carmel, Rosemarie and the late Pearse. She will be sadly missed by her sorrowing son, parents, brothers, sisters and a wide circle of relatives and many friends. Raymond Henshaw Omeath, Louth, peacefully at Southern Area Hospice on Friday December 7. Beloved husband of Nuala and much loved father of Lauren and Oscar. Joe Carolan Rockmarshal, Jenkinstown, Dundalk, late of Oliver Plunkett Park and former teacher and principal of the De La Salle Primary School, Dundalk, suddenly in Portugal on Friday November 30. Pre-deceased by his parents Joseph and Elizabeth, sister Mary and brother Gerard, devoted husband of Breda (née McDermott), adored father of Joseph, Marc, David, Elizabeth, Catherine and Paul. Joe will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his wife, children, daughters-in-law Heather, Dara, Louise and Laura, son-in-law Les, inspirational grandfather to Oisín, Aoibheann, Daisy, Noah, Elliot, Martha, Fiann, Ray, Danny and Ellen, sister Pauline, brothers Paddy and Damien, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and a large circle of friends. Paul Forrester Sandfield Gardens, Blackrock, peacefully in the Bon Secours, Hospital, after a short illness on Thursday December 6. Paul much loved husband of Anne (née Daly), loving father of Miriam, Janet, Paula, Geraldine, Ali, Aideen, Ciarán and the late Carol, and devoted grandad of Brendan, Carol, David, Ronan, Lauren, Cillian, Isabelle, Tara, Mia and Caelan. Deeply missed by his wife, son, daughters, grandchildren, sons-in-law Brendan O’Neill, Brendan Bourke, Viv Fahy, daughters-in-law Sam and Lucy,

granddaughter-in-law Mairead, brother of Gerard, Maureen and John, brothers in law, sisters-inlaw, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends. James (Jimmy) Neary Grove House, Castlebellingham, in his 66th year, on Friday December 7. Jimmy beloved husband of Marita and loving father of John and Karen. Sadly missed by his wife, son, daughter, mother Mary, brother Patrick, grandchildren Eleanor and Jacob, brother-inlaw Sean, relatives and friends. Breige Clarke St. Nicholas Avenue, Dundalk, peacefully, at home, surrounded by her loving sisters on Thursday December 6. Predeceased by her parents Louise and Jack, brothers Harry and Sean, sisters Patricia and Olive. Breige will be sadly missed and remembered with love by her dear sisters May, Phyllis and Vera brother-in-law Liam, sisterin-law Breige, nieces, nephews extended family neighbours and her large circle of friends. Billy (Willie) Cummins late of Artane, Clondalkin and Annagassan on Thursday December 6, peacefully in Our Lady’s Hospital, Drogheda. Beloved husband of Pat and loving dad of Louise, Siobhán, Paul, Liam, Sally and Neil. Sadly missed by his loving wife and family, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brother, sisters, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Johnny McCann Mucker, Inniskeen and late of Balapousta, Ardee, suddenly on Tuesday December 4. Vincent Callan Fatima, Dundalk, peacefully surrounded by his family in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, on Wednesday December 5. Predeceased by his parents Molly and Peter and sister Agnes. Vincent will be sadly missed and remembered with love by his children Jennifer, Linda and Noel, sons-in-law Derek and Alan, grandchildren Eve, Clara, Anna and Sean, sister Maria, brothers Jackie, Jimmy, Eamon, Damian, David, Dessie and Paul, nieces, nephews, brother-in law, sisters-in-law, extended family neighbours and friends. Patrick Whelan Willow Grove, Carrick Road and formerly of

Whitehall, Dublin, peacefully, at his residence, on Wednesday December 5. Beloved husband of Maureen (née McKey) and loving dad of Paschal, Damien, Patricia, Laura, Noelle and Adrienne. He will be very sadly missed by his wife, sons, daughters, brother Terry, sisters Maura, Rose and Angela, son in-law, daughters in-law, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Con Martin Purcellstown, Ardee, suddenly at his home on Tuesday December 4. Con loving husband of Mary and muchloved father of Derek, Roger, Barry and Petra. Con will be sadly missed by his loving wife, sons, daughter, grandchildren, son-inlaw, daughters-in-law, brothers, sisters, mother-in-law, brothersin-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Michael Brennan (aged 23), Ballybarrack, Knockbridge Road, Dundalk, suddenly, at his residence on Monday December 3. Beloved son of Gerard and Dierdre (née McGarry), and loving brother of James, Claire and Hannah. He will be sadly missed with love by his heartbroken mum and dad, brother, sisters, granny Molly McGarry, uncles Raymond and Malachy, aunts Mary and Christine, cousins, extended family relatives, wonderful friends and neighbours. Phyllis Devlin (née Gray) St, Judes, Linenhall Street and formerly of Barrack Street, Dundalk, suddenly but peacefully at her residence on Sunday December 2. Predeceased by her husband Francie, brothers Tom and Gerry, and sister Mary McCartney, Very deeply regretted by her loving daughters Anne McCormac and Catherine (Kate) Devlin-McGirr, sister Jo, brother Pat, sons inlaw Vincent and Kevin, grandaughter Clare, grandson Joseph, niece Marie, nephews Peter and Patrick, extended family, relatives, wonderful friends and neighbours. Olive Kelly (née Cunningham), Drive Two Muirhevnamor and formerly of Parnell Park, Dundalk, peacefully, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, on Monday December 3. Predeceased by her husband Ger-

ry, son Owen, grandson Steven, parents Joe and Anna, brother Joe, sisters Susan and Ann. She will be very sadly missed by loving family, daughter Madeline, sister Marie Wilson, brothers Barney and Gerard, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, Ted McGee and Owen, Madeline’s partner Sean, nephews, nieces, cousins, extended family, relatives, wonderful neighbours and friends. Daniel Barry formerly of Chapel Pass, Blackrock, Dundalk and The Commons, Freemount, Co. Cork, peacefully, in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, and after being cared for by the staff of Blackrock Abbey, Nursing Home, on Saturday December 1. Daniel, beloved husband of Patricia, dear father of Conor and Dara and brother of John, Pat, Noreen and the late Denis. Deeply regretted by his wife, son, daughter, grandchildren Ciara and Caitlin, daughterin-law Adèle, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Maura McEneaney (née Whelan), Ard Easmuinn, Dundalk and formerly of Killimor, Co Galway, peacefully in Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross on Saturday December 1. Maura, beloved wife of the late James and dear mother of Noel, Paul, Valerie, Shane and Fiona and nana of Ellie, Abbie, Ciara, Orla, Áine, Jack, Anna, James and Emily and sister of Patsy, Connie, Declan, Iomar, and Siobhan. Deeply regretted by her sons, daughters, grandchildren, sons in law David Roche and Lawrence Croydon, daughters in law Eva, Justine and Tara, brothers, sister, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends Vincent Reilly Ardmore, Avenue Road, Dundalk on Sunday December 2. Vincent, much loved husband of Margaret, dear father of Ken, Janice, Fintan, Karen and grandad to Finn, Harry, Neasa, Killian, Cathal, Ciara, Aibhe, Glen, Peter, Cliodhna and Kevin and brother of Dermot, Tessie, Shelia and Brendan and late Kevin and Hilda. Sadly missed by his wife, sons, daughters, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, sons in law Bill and Paul daughters in law Maeve and Aisling, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

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An Céilí Mór at the Marist

Over 280 students enjoyed the annual ‘An Céilí Mór’ in St Mary’s College as the tradition that started in 1977 proved very enjoyable once again. With the retirement of Mr O Náraigh and Mr. Lambe in the Summer it was a big task to carry on the tradition and keep the spirit alive. Roinn na Gaeilge started their preparations over a month ago between ticket sales, dance practice, spot prizes, selfie corner and organising the evening. Beile Sun designed the poster to advertise the event in the school and first year student Dominick Sycha had the winning ticket design this year. This year a new Céilí band also joined us Seamus and Fidelma Bellew and exceeded expectations in keeping the students on the floor all evening. Mr. Quinn helped students along by calling the dances on the night with Mr. O Náraigh stepping up to the microphone also. During the recess, a group of students gave an excellent display of their talent and Irish dancing

DkIT host music symposium Friday November 23 marked the centenary of women’s suffrage in Ireland, and in honour of the occasion the Department of Creative Arts, Media & Music at Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT), in association with Sounding the Feminists and the

Centre for Creative Arts Research, hosted a oneday symposium on women in popular and traditional music in Ireland. This event brought together scholars and community activists engaged in work to address gender imbalance in both the music industry and

academia. The symposium had been organised in response to the wider artistic movement in Ireland around the need to better document and to promote the contribution women have made to Ireland’s recent cultural history.

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Students taking part in the Marist Ceili Mor skills prepared by Ms. O’Hara. Dee, Clíodhna, Oisín, Megan, Jade and Eoghan gave a display of their tremendous talent which was watched by all on the night. The hall was decorated to the highest standards by the very creative Art Department along with the Wood work Department which transformed it from a gym to a Christmas wonderland not

forgetting to mention David the caretaker who helped out with decorations and lights. Mr. Martin organised a visit of the Guinness PRO14 Trophy and the European Rugby Champions Cup trophy which was a great opportunity for students to take a picture with the rugby trophies. The night ended with Amhráin na bhFiann and many tired students headed home.

Grammar School Christmas Craft Fair

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Dundalk Grammar school invites you to join us for fun and festivities at their Christmas Craft Fair 2018. This annual event promises to supply plenty of festive spirit, crafts made by students, music, teas and coffees and much more. The fair is being hosted on Thursday December 13 from 2pm to 6:30pm in the Finnamore Hall.

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

NOVENA TO st jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally as the patron of hope. Please intercede on my behalf. Make use of that particular privilege given to you to bring hope, comfort, and help where they are needed most. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven as I work with my challenges, particularly (here make your request). I praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor, to always honor you as my special and powerful patron and to gratefully encourage devotion to you. Amen. H.C.

McMahon 14th Anniversary In loving memory of my dear husband and father, Jim McMahon who died on 12th December, 2004, late of St Nicholas Avenue, Dundalk. On his soul Sweet Jesus, have mercy. You fell asleep without goodbye, But memories of you will never die. —Love always, your wife Marcella; daughters, son, son-in-law and grandchildren.

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Finnegan 1st Anniversary In loving memory of Stephen whose 1st anniversary occurs on the 9th December, A date that is filled with sadness, Returns to us today, To mark the day you left us, In such a sudden way. No matter how our lives have changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you. —Always loved and remembered by Mam and Hughie, John and Brian, Francine and all the family circle. Stephen’s Anniversary Mass Sunday 16th December, at 12 o’clock in St Nicholas Church.

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Stephen Finnegan Late of Wolf Tone Terrace Stephen’s family and partner Francine would like to express our sincere appreciation to our many relatives, friends, colleagues and neighbours who sympathised and supported us at such a sad and lonely time. To those who attended the reposing, funeral Mass and burial, those who sent cards and messages of condolences, travelled long distances and those who helped in so many practical ways. We are truly grateful to the medical staff who attended to Stephen on that day and a special word of thanks to the medical personnel who attended to Stephen’s remains and ensured the religious items were returned to us, that meant a lot. To all those who participated in the Mass especially Fr. Mark O’Hagan, for prayers in the home and the internment. To those who provided the lovely music, the readers, pall bearers. To Tony Shevlin and his family, thank you for your professional and sensitive handling of all the arrangements and your kindness to our family. At it would be impossible to thank everyone individually the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered up for your intentions.

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, e , r nJust under 12% of motorists admit to having been involved in ra near miss or an incident after 0being distracted by the actions ,of a passenger in their vehicle, 7recent research has found. In response to an AA lIreland survey of over 5,000 .motorists, 11.7% of respondents ,admitted that they had been yinvolved in either a near miss or la collision after being distracted. .In total, 10.05% admitted to being involved in at least one -near miss, with 0.84% having ,found themselves involved in ba single collision as a result of -passenger distraction. The survey also found that 0.34% of respondents had been -involved in two collisions because a passenger had distracted them, with 0.47% having been involved e tin three or more distractioncaused incidents. “We’re coming into a busy time on Irish roads as the combination of poor weather ,conditions, Christmas shopping ,and the holiday party season .leads to more cars on the road at peak hours, as well as many

of us doing more driving outside of the traditional commuting hours than we would normally do.” Conor Faughnan, AA Director of Consumer Affairs stated. “While the motorist must do everything they can to avoid being distracted, we would also encourage passengers to understand the dangers associated with driving and avoid doing anything which could take the driver’s attention off the road. Over the coming weeks many of us will be attending work parties and may be relying on a designated driver or sober colleague to get us home and it’s important, even if you are a little inebriated, that you ensure you are not representing a danger to the driver and ultimately other road users.” The survey found that in incidents where a driver had been distracted by a passenger leading to either a near miss or a collision, children were found to be the number one culprit. Of those who admitted to being distracted by a passenger while driving, 46.24% stated that

the passenger at fault was one or more of their children. Almost a quarter of the time (22.35%) it was the spouse or partner or spouse was at fault for causing the distraction. “Between fighting or playing with siblings in the back seat, sudden illnesses or unexpected bursts of tears, many parents find themselves in a situation where they’re trying to attend to their children while driving and failing to notice how dangerous this is. Even if your eyes are off the road for just a split second you could put yourself or another road user at serious risk so our advice would always be to pull in if the child’s behaviour is distracting you and only continue your journey once everyone has calmed down,” Faughnan added. “While children may not appreciate the dangers of driving, adults certainly should be capable of managing this so just as we are calling on motorists to take additional caution in the weeks ahead, we are also calling on passengers to keep an eye on their own behaviour.”

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