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A NEW national alliance of community groups launched a campaign last week targeting two local TDs whom they claim ‘have done nothing to halt the construction of wind farms and pylons’.

‘Protect Rural Ireland’ (PRI) is a national alliance of community groups who intend to unseat a number of key politicians in the upcoming General Election, and they identi-

fied Fine Gael Minister Paudie Coffey and Labour TD Deputy Ciara Conway.

Waterford is the latest constituency targeted in a nationwide PRI campaign against turbines and pylons that involves canvassing, flyers and social media.

Other high profile politicians targeted by PRI include Minister Alan Kelly, Minister Alex White and Minister Charlie Flanagan, whom PRI say have ‘sympathetic attitudes’ towards attempts to build more wind farms and electricity pylons

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Labour TD Deputy Ciara Conway and Fine Gael Minister Paudie Coffey have been targeted in the campaign by Protect Rural Ireland.

across Ireland.

Late last year, the Dungarvan Observer revealed that Waterford was amongst a number of constituencies around the country which community groups would be targeting to unseat politicians they felt did nothing to protect rural communities from pylons and wind turbines.

Last Saturday morning, Protect Rural Ireland launched its local campaign against the two TDs in Waterford City.

A large crowd of people from rural communities right across County Waterford, as well as representatives of the farming community, gathered at The Mall, before going door-to-door to ask people not to vote for either Minister Coffey or Deputy Conway.

Henry Fingleton, spokesperson for Protect Rural Ireland (PRI) said the large turnout shows that the people of Waterford have had enough.

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GlaxoSmithKline, the pharmaceutical company based in Dungarvan, received the overall environmental excellence award at the Ibec Environment Awards 2015 / 2016 in Dublin recently. Pictured are Adrian McCarthy, GlaxoSmithKline, and Mary Rose Burke, Chair of the awards judging panel, IBEC. GlaxoSmithKline is one of the largest employers in the South East, employing 750 people.

Environment awards for GSK and Dawn Meats TWO of County Waterford’s largest employers have won accolades at the recent IBEC Environment Awards Dungarvan-based GlaxoSmithKline won the overall Environmental Excellence Award, as well as the Process Award, while Dawn Meats, Carroll’s Cross, was awarded the runner-up prize in the Process category.

Last week, GSK trumped thirty companies across all sectors of Irish business to take the overall Environmental Excellence Award and also received the Process Category Award for 2015 / 2016.

The company undertook structured mapping of their energy usage on site, devoting a week to the task and identified 53 energy saving projects on site.

The company then developed a four year plan to redesign the current operational processes to reduce energy consumption.

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News on the move: Web: www.dungarvanobserver.ie Find us on Twitter: @DungarvanObserv Like us on Facebook: Dungarvan Observer Abbeyside native, Moylan Brunnock, made a huge impact with all four coaches on last Sunday’s Voice of Ireland competition, with her hauntingly beautiful rendition of Joni Mitchell’s ‘Woodstock’.

WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY will start dry in most areas. However rain will spread from the west during the late-afternoon or evening. Highest temperatures of 7 to 9 degrees in moderate to fresh south-east winds.

Wednesday night: Scattered outbreaks of rain. Cold at first in the north and east with perhaps a touch of frost, but becoming milder as the night goes on with freshening southeast winds.

Thursday: Mostly cloudy and breezy with scattered outbreaks of rain, mainly in western and southern areas, and many other places largely dry. Becoming windy later in the day and Thursday night with heavier rain spreading eastwards. Mild overnight with temperatures around 10 degrees.

Friday: Wet and windy weather clearing the east early in the day, followed by sunny spells and just scattered showers.

Staying relatively mild with temperatures in the low teens in some areas.

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Frost is not likely.

Early next week: changeable and turning a bit cooler.

Voice of Ireland coaches: Kian Egan; Rachel Stevens; Niall (Bressie) Breslin; and Una Foden.

By Paul Mooney ABBEYSIDE singer Moylan Brunnock who appeared on last Sunday’s Voice of Ireland, made a huge impact with all four coaches, after they heard the 20year-old former St. Augustine’s College student give a hauntingly beautiful rendition of Joni Mitchell’s ‘Woodstock’.

Moylan was successful in her blind audition and progresses to the next stage of the competition and she is well on her way to winning the ultimate prize - a recording contract with Universal Music.

Moylan has a musical background in trad music, starting out as a Seán Nos singer when she was younger, and competed in traditional Irish music competitions in the past.

She has gigged around Dungarvan many times, and as recently as last week, performed live at Murphy’s Bar, Davitt’s Quay.

Moylan who sings in Dublin’s Gospel Choir, plays the fiddle, piano and guitar and she loves to perform and sing, and describes herself as a ‘competent rap bat-

tler!’

She said she has the passion, focus and determination to win, has built up her confidence and feels she should grab any opportunity she can.

She chose the song ‘Woodstock’ by Joni Mitchell for her blind audition which aired on RTÉ One last Sunday and her unique voice resulted in all four coaches turning in their chairs.

The first to turn was Rachel Stevens, who said: “I absolutely loved that, you’re the type of singer I love, you tell a story effortlessly”.

The other coaches, Una Foden; Kian Egan and Niall (Bressie) Breslin also turned in their chairs as Moylan finished

her song.

“I left it till the last second because I was so enjoying it, your voice is so beautiful,” said Una. “You are very unique and quirky,” described Kian, while Bressie said: “That type of voice is so unusual, the potential there is frightening.”

Moylan was overwhelmed by the coaches response, but having her mind made up before she came on, Moylan joins Team Bressie.

Moylan, who said she has suffered from anxiety in the past, said her coach preference is Bressie because he has also suffered from anxiety.

“I think he’s good and will bring me along the right track,”

said Moylan.

Bressie expressed his delight at being chosen by Moylan, saying “she is one of my favourites so far”.

Moylan is a third year student at St. Patrick’s College, Dublin, studying primary school teaching, and said the biggest obstacle she has faced was leaving home and moving to Dublin, because she is a ‘total homebird’ and is very close to her family.

Moylan feels music is a brilliant medium, which lets people know they are not alone and she would love to reach out to people through music.

There are seven blind auditions in total, which are broadcast each Sunday on RTÉ One at 6.30 p.m. (from Sunday, 3rd January, to 14th February).

Following the blind auditions, the successful acts will progress to the battle auditions, and the successful acts from that stage will then progress to the live stage in Dublin’s Helix for the grand final and the prize of a recording contract with Universal Music.

Keep watching the Voice of Ireland on Sundays at 6.30 p.m. to see how Moylan does in the competition.

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COMMENTS by Michael Noonan in the Dáil recently, in which he said it was not his party’s position that USC would be abolished for everybody and that Fine Gael will clawback much of what will be abolished represent an early backtracking on Enda Kenny’s key election commitment according to Sinn Féin’s David Cullinane.

Senator Cullinane said: “For weeks the Taoiseach and Fine Gael have been repeating their election promise to end the USC”.

“The Finance Minister has confirmed that

USC won’t be abolished for all and that there will be ways of ‘clawing back’ what is cut,” said Senator Cullinane.

“This is a far cry from the budget day commitment and Enda Kenny’s repeated promises to abolish USC. “Previously, the Fine Gael approach has been to backtrack on their election promises, while in government.

“This appears to be a first in that they have backtracked on their main election promise before the election has even been

called.

“The proposal to end USC for all, would take €20 billion out of health, education and garda and other public spending over five years.

“It would disproportionately benefit high earners. It is unfair and unachievable.

“For Sinn Féin the way to ease the tax burden on working families is by scrapping the water charges and the family home tax and taking 277,000 workers out of the USC net,” Senator Cullinane added.

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Businesses warned to increase vigilance during court days BUSINESSES are being warned that the highest crime activity in Dungarvan is on court days - the second and fourth Wednesday of the month.

Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber said there are particular shops in Dungarvan which are on the ‘high target’ list and there are particular items

within these businesses which are most sought after by criminals.

The Chamber was informed that the highest crime activity in Dungarvan is on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month - which coincides with the District Court sitting in the town.

A spokesperson for the Chamber said the Gardaí

have informed the Chamber of the mindset of visiting criminals.

It is understood that the visiting criminals will make the most of their court appearance, using it as an opportunity to reoffend and ‘make the most of their day’ in Dungarvan.

Gardaí have suggested that businesses further increase their vigilance on

the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month to try and eliminate crime in their business.

Gardaí are available to talk with business owners at any stage to provide advice on what security techniques your business could use to deter theft.

Dungarvan Garda Station can be contacted at 058-48600.

Seán Dunne Young Poets’ Award 2016 THE Arts Office,Waterford City & County Council is currently accepting entries for the Seán Dunne Young Poets’ Award 2016 which is a long term commemorative tribute to the memory of Waterford writer Seán Dunne.

This national award is open to young writers between the ages of 12 and 18 years living in Ireland.

There is no entry fee or any restriction on the theme or subject matter.

The winning poet will be presented with €500 and a mentoring session with an established Irish poet during the Waterford Writers Weekend in May 2016.The closing date for receipt of entries is 12 noon on Wednesday, 16th March, 2016. An entry form and

the full entry conditions can be downloaded from the Arts Section of www.waterfordcouncil.ie or by contacting the Arts Office on 058/41416.

Arts Officer, Margaret Organ urged young writers to submit entries as the award continues to promote the work and the vision of the poet with emerging and aspiring young authors by

recognizing their talents in the area of poetry and the local authority has this national award as an integral part of the Waterford Writers Weekend.

The Arts Office gratefully acknowledges the Arts Council with their backing of Waterford’s literature programme and also the support of the Dunne family.

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South East companies big winners at IBEC Environment Awards GlaxoSmithKline, Dungavan, County Waterford receives overall excellence award COMPANIES from the South East were the big winners at the recent IBEC Environment Awards ceremony in Dublin.

GlaxoSmithKline received the overall environmental excellence award while Kilkenny Cooling Systems received the Product and Services award. Dawn Meats, the Waterford based

company, was awarded the runner-up prize in the process category.

One of the largest employers in the South East, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), a pharmaceutical company based in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford employing 750 people, won the overall environmental excellence award trumping

thirty companies across all sectors of Irish business.

GSK also received the process category award for 2015/2016.

Ibec Director of Corporate, Strategic and International Affairs and Chair of the awards judging panel Mary Rose Burke said: “GlaxoSmithKline Dungarvan was chosen as

Dawn Meats, with their headquarters in Co. Waterford also, was awarded the runner-up prize in the process category. Pictured are David O'Flynn and Richard Clintion, both from Dawn Meats with Mary Rose Burke, Chair of the awards judging panel, IBEC. The company is at the forefront in undertaking initiatives to provide commercial and environmental sustainability in the agricultural and food processing sector. The project involved the installation of a natural gas powered refrigeration compressor which resulted in 12% reduction in electricity used and a 25% reduction in gas consumption due to the use of heat recovered from the refrigeration process to heat water on site.

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the overall winner based on organisation wide involvement, embedded process improvement and robust metrics. This is an excellent example of how committed leadership can drive change and improvement.”

Kilkenny Cooling Systems, Ireland’s leading draught beer cooler manufacturer was chosen as the winner of the Product and Services award.

Dawn Meats, with headquarters in Co. Waterford also, received the runner-up prize in the process category for their innovative installation of mounting a gas engine directly on to a refrigeration compress. This innovation was the first time a gas engine and compressor have been combined in this manner in Ireland.

The awards are organised every two years and recognise Irish companies that combine innovation, financial savings and a deep understanding of environmental issues. Applications were received from all sizes of business from small family owned to large multi national companies.

The awards are the Irish stage of the 2016 European Business Awards for the Environment and all the companies shortlisted have the opportunity to compete against companies from across Europe in October 2016.

OVERALL ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE AWARD AND PROCESS AWARD WINNER One of the largest employers in the south east, GlaxoSmithKline, a pharmaceutical company based in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford employing 750 people, won the overall environmental excellence award as well as the Process award.The company undertook structured mapping of their energy usage on site, devoting a week to the task and identified 53 energy saving projects on site. The company then developed a four year plan to re-design the current operational processes to reduce energy consumption.

PROCESS AWARD RUNNER-UP Dawn Meats, with their headquarters in Co. Waterford also, were awarded the runner-up prize in the process category. The company are at the forefront in undertaking initiatives to provide commercial and environmental sustainability in the agricultural and food processing sector.The project involved the installation of a natural gas powered refrigeration compressor which resulted in 12% reduction in electricity used and a 25% reduction in gas consumption due to the use of heat recovered from the refrigeration process to heat water on site.

GlaxoSmithKline, the pharmaceutical company based in Dungarvan Co. Waterford, received the overall environmental excellence award at the Ibec Environment Awards 2015/2016 in Dublin.

Pictured were Adrian McCarthy, GlaxoSmithKline and Mary Rose Burke, Chair of the awards judging panel, IBEC. GlaxoSmithKline is one of the largest employers in the South East, employing 750 people.

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Environmental issues considered Councillors seeking more by district Councillors CCTV to tackle illegal dumping

By Christy Parker

AN abandoned caravan, dodgy lights, household waste disposal and fly-tipping occupied environmental discussions at January’s Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District meeting.

CARAVAN Cllr. James Tobin asked how long a caravan must be abandoned before being removed, citing one such discarded “eyesore” on the main road into Tallow from the Sweep. The councillor elaborated that “it didn’t come by helicopter” and that someone must have witnessed the lengthy process of backing it in. He

advised that a chassis number might help trace ownership. Director of Services for Environment, Ray Moloney said there was no time limit on caravan abandonment but he would investigate the case.

STREET LIGHTS Cllr. Siobhán Whelan complained that the Airtricity-serviced public lights in the Sexton Street area of Abbeyside were “on and off ” between repairs over Christmas, leaving many residents “terrified” in the dark. Senior Executive Engineer for Roads Pat McCarthy said he had received complaints on the

matter and was awaiting a report.

PROOF OF BINS Cllr. John Pratt asked for details on whether local authority officials can call to council tenants – through their contract - and also to private householders in search of proof of their bin service providers.

Mr. Moloney replied that refuse management is part of tenancy agreements and can be subject to checks.

The council can also ask private tenants for proof of waste disposal mechanisms under the Waste Management, though this largely depended on their being “cause for concern.”

COILLTE APPEAL Cllr. Declan Doocey complained of rampant fly tipping in woodland areas and asked that permission be sought from Coillte to lock barriers that were currently open to facilitate lorries drawing timber, etc.

“Some barriers are not in place at all”, he added.

Mr. Moloney recalled that, areas outlined by Cllr.

Doocey before Christmas were now “being monitored” and dumping activity had subsided considerably.

“We have good co-operation with Coillte staff and will talk to them about restricting access”, he promised.

THE installation of additional CCTV to catch people dumping and flytipping would eventually pay for itself, a Councillor told the January meeting of Waterford City and County Council.

Cllr. Jim Griffin said he believes the issue of illegal dumping is increasing and urged the Council to purchase additional CCTV equipment.

“The CCTV would pay for itself over time,” said Cllr. Griffin. “And the people who are dumping are not on the margins anymore, because these are people with cars and vans.”

He also suggested the Council liaise with Residents' Associations in relation to additional CCTV, which could also deter burglaries.

Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said the Council is aware of several blackspot areas which they are focusing on. He said the Council would look at its existing

CCTV capacity.

However, Cllr. Mary Butler said the Council should take a harder stance on illegal dumping, drawing attention to the environmental report which stated there were over 3,000 complaints last year.

“It is time we took a harder stance on this. We will have to name and shame, it is the only way forward, because our countryside is being destroyed,” said Cllr. Butler.

Mr. Galvin assured that each complaint made to the Council is thoroughly investigated.

In relation to naming and shaming, he said a person paying a littering fine is similar to a motorist paying a speeding fine – the fine is paid and usually that is the end of the matter.

Mr. Galvin said only when the matter goes to court does the Council have the capacity to get the issue into the public domain.

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New York New Market 'Protect Rural Ireland' Canvass Waterford City. Pictured are Caoimhe Reynolds, Jackie Carroll, Niamh and Aisling Reynolds and Aisling Cahill at the canvass last Saturday.

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New alliance targets two local TDs in campaign FROM FRONT PAGE “They were prepared to come out and canvass on a Saturday morning in January,” said Mr. Fingleton.

“The politicians are sacrificing Waterford for the benefit of wind developers.

Our politicians are weak they sympathise, but do nothing to protect families from these invading steel monstrosities.

“Ireland has enough wind turbines.We can reach our renewable energy target for 2020 by simply converting Moneypoint power station in Co. Clare to biomass – and we wouldn’t need to erect a single turbine or pylon.”

The campaign by PRI places the protection of Ireland’s landscape, environment and people centre

Some of the 'Protect Rural Ireland' representatives who gathered last Saturday. stage, and in turn seeks to protect Ireland’s tourism, agriculture and equine industries.

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'Protect Rural Ireland' Canvass Waterford city. Pictured are Caoimhe Reynolds, Aisling Reynolds and Niamh Reynolds, Tara [Patrick Browne] and Kate McMahon at the canvass.

Waterford, said: “We all know that wind turbines produce adverse health effects which people are now suffering from in rural Ireland”.

“They drive up the price of electricity throughout Ireland for families who are struggling.

Yet our politicians, including Junior Minister Coffey, are not prepared to engage on these issues,” said Mr. Massey.

Concerned local Niamh Reynolds, who lives near the Woodhouse wind farm in West Waterford, said: “Saturday’s canvass was a cry for help from the people of Waterford who are living under large wind farms - it’s a wake-up call for all our elected politicians”.

“As a mother I am really alarmed at some of the effects and issues these

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turbines are having on my family and the families in my community,” said Ms. Reynolds.

“Noise, shadow flicker, nausea, tinnitus and headaches are some of the emerging problems around our area.

“Individuals and developers continue to profit from the wind energy policy, while communities and families’ lives are hugely disrupted.

Where is the equity and fairness for the people of Waterford and our country in this policy?” Ms. Reynolds added.

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Council to liaise with local authorities in Kilkenny over ‘wording’ of bye-laws on sulkies WATERFORD City and County Council is to liaise with the local authorities in Kilkenny in relation to the wording of bye-laws governing sulkies.

At the January meeting of Waterford Council, Cllr. John Hearne said the Council has had difficulties in relation to this issue over the years, but he understood the local authority in Kilkenny “has come up with wording that will stand up in the bye-laws” he said.

He said that the sulky issue was previously before the Special Policy Committee for transport, and suggested the SPC for environment take on the issue.

Director of Services, Paul Daly said the matter would be referred to the next SPC meeting, and in the meantime, he said he would contact Kilkenny local authorities to see what they have.

Council sees a ten percent increase in planning applications for 2015 THE positive trend in planning applications has continued with Waterford City and County Council recording a ten percent increase in applications for 2015.

Responding to a query from Cllr. Pat Nugent at the January meeting of the local authority, Director of Services, Lar Power, said there were 781 planning applications received for the year 2015, an increase of ten percent in comparison with 2014, when 704 applications were received.

Mr. Power pointed out that the 781 applications in 2015 represents the highest level of planning applications received in a single year since 2009, when 1,012 applications were registered.

Dog fouling issue along Waterford Greenway THE Waterford Greenway is not long active and already there are complaints of dog fouling along the route.

The issue was raised by Cllr. Joe Conway at the January meeting of Waterford City and County Council, who said the issue needs immediate attention.

Director of Services, Fergus Galvin, said the Council ran a successful campaign last year in relation to responsible dog ownership and said the Council intends running the campaign again for the Spring time, as more people start to go out walking their dogs.

Contract signing for the Dungarvan Town Centre Improvement Works (The Contractor is Wills Bros. Ltd.) – Waterford City and County Council are undertaking improvement works to the town centre street network in Dungarvan as part of the Go Dungarvan Smarter Travel Demonstration Town project. The work includes an upgrade to the public realm in Grattan Square, T.F. Meagher Street, Mary Street and Main Street and will be comprised of limestone and concrete block paving, traffic calming, designated pedestrian walkways, seating, street furniture, specialist lighting and architectural elements. At the signing were seated from left: Ray Mannix, Senior Engineer WC&CC; Charles Wills, Wills Bros Ltd.; Cllr. John Cummins, Mayor of Waterford City & County and Michael Walsh, CEO Waterford City & County Council. Standing from left: Paul Meskell, Healy, Kelly, Turner & Townsend; Richard Newling, Atkins; William Trehy, Wills Bros Ltd.; Jimmy Mansfield, Senior Executive Engineer, WC&CC and Feargus McGarvey, Mitchell & Associates Landscape Architects.

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0761 number not as cost saving as initially thought THE new 0761 number, which was rolled out by the government as an initiative to reduce call costs for the public, as well as public bodies, and is supposed to be a cheaper alternative to the 1890 and 1850 numbers, is clearly not working, the January meeting of Waterford City and County Council was told.

A number of public bodies, including Waterford Council, now use the 0761 prefix.

However, it was revealed that many of the mobile phone and telephone companies treat the 0761 numbers as an 'out of bundle' meaning a call from a mobile phone to an 0761 number will end up costing you 35c a minute.

Cllr. Jason Murphy drew the Council's attention to this issue last week, and said that as far as he was aware, Tesco Ireland are the only mobile phone company that treats

the 0761 numbers as part of the bundled calls, meaning it is cheaper to call the 0761 number from a Tesco Ireland mobile phone.

“Someone engaged with the Council on the mobile phone, particularly the elderly lost their telephone allowance in recent budgets.

A lot of elderly will now have a mobile phone – if they call the Council at 35c a minute, it means an average call will cost them

€5.25,” said Cllr. Murphy.

“This shouldn't be allowed to continue.”

Cllr. Murphy asked the Council to write to the mobile phone companies and ask them to include the 0761 numbers in the bundle calls.

Chief Executive, Michael Walsh, assured Cllr. Murphy that the mobile phone providers would be contacted about the issue.

Council’s anti-social behaviour unit is operational A COUNCILLOR has asked how 'fit for purpose' is the Council's anti-social behaviour unit after contrasting a case where a family is finding it difficult to get a house, while another family seem to 'sail into it' with ease.

At the January meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Joe Conway said one family he was aware of had been rehoused for a third time, after having been 'run out' of estates on previous occasions.

“The ease with which they can get into a house is contrasted with the difficulty of a family of seven – five children under the age of seven – who are living in a two-bedroom apartment, mould infested and damp,” said Cllr. Conway.

“I think there is something perverse in the justice of the situation, when an honest-to-god family can't get near a house suitable for their needs, while somebody else can sail into it with the

most dubious of intentions.”

Ivan Grimes, of the Council's housing section told Cllr.

Conway that the anti-social behaviour service is operational, and while he did not go into details of any individual tenant or situation, he urged that any antisocial behaviour issues should be immediately reported to the Gardaí and to the Council.

DOOR DAMAGE Cllr. John Hearne said he was aware of an incident that recently occurred where a tenant's front door was damaged.

“The Council won't replace or repair doors for our tenants, when they are damaged,” said Cllr. Hearne.

“We know that in some of our estates we have difficulties getting tenants to stay in certain areas.

This particular tenant spent a lot of money doing up the house.

Tenant's can't insure front doors because the insurance policy says it is part of the structure, yet the Council says it is the tenant's

responsibility.

“It costs around €200 to replace a door – which is too much to expect some tenants to come up with, especially when they are taking on and living in a house in a difficult place. We need to show a bit of support to the tenant,” said Cllr. Hearne.

He suggested the issue should be discussed and considered at the Council's Special Policy Committee (SPC) on housing.

WORKSHOP FOR COUNCILLORS Cllr. Jim Griffin sought a workshop for Councillors on housing issues such as Housing Assistance Payment (HAP).

Mr. Grimes said the suggestion of a workshop for Councillors would be considered.

ADVERTISING HAP TO LANDLORDS Cllr. Mary Butler suggested the Council roll out an advertising campaign on HAP to make landlords aware of the scheme.

“Some landlords may not be

aware of the HAP scheme and I would ask the Council to roll out an advertising campaign to encourage landlords to take on HAP tenants,” said Cllr. Butler.

Mr. Grimes said Cllr. Butler's suggestion would be considered in the context of a workshop.

NON-PAYMENT OF WATER CHARGES HAS NO IMPACT ON HAP APPLICATION Cllr. Siobhán Whelan queried if a tenant has applied for the HAP scheme, would the nonpayment of water charges affect the application.

Mr. Grimes said the payment, or non-payment, of water charges has no impact on a HAP application.

However, he pointed out that standard tenancy agreements require tenants to discharge their utility bills.

AUDIT REPORT Under the Audit Report for year ended 31st December, 2014, Cllr.Whelan noted that there was

around €8.3m in rents not being collected on time.

She also noted the report made reference to a 'high level of vacant housing stock at year end'.

“When I raised this issue throughout the year, about our housing stock, I was assured it was refurbished and returned to stock very quickly and there was no problems with vacancies,” Cllr. Whelan said.

“I am told by constituents time and again that there are so many empty houses and a lot of people looking for houses.”

Head of Finance, John Murphy, pointed out that there was a 'slight improvement' in rents for 2015 than the out-turn for 2014.

Mr. Grimes said it was his understanding that Council housing vacancies “are below one percent, which is favourable nationally”, he said.

But Cllr. Whelan said the report does not state that.

Chief Executive, Michael

Walsh pointed out that the audit report is for the year 2014. “We have brought about significant improvements in the past year,” Mr. Walsh said.

Cllr. John O'Leary wanted to know if NAMA have a number of properties in Waterford and if they were prepared to work with the Council in the current housing crisis. Mr. Grimes replied that he had no details at this time.

Meanwhile, Cllr. John Hearne noted the audit report showed the removal of assets valued at €549m which went to Irish Water.

“Those are assets the people have invested in and built up over time. We got nothing back for them?” Cllr. Hearne questioned.

Director of Services, Fergus Galvin, said the majority of those assets were paid for by the Department over the years.

“The Council is not at a nett loss of those assets,” Mr. Galvin said.

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Mental Health and Suicide Awareness conference: 19th & 20th February THIS coming 19th and 20th February, a conference on Mental Health and Suicide Awareness will be held at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

Outlining the details of the event at the January meeting of Waterford City and County Council, organiser, Cllr.

Liam Brazil said this is his third such conference, which, he said is very important to the people of the area.

He pointed out that mental health issues were 'pushed away' and never spoken about, giving it a stigma in Irish society.

“But mental health is the same as any other health problem,” Cllr. Brazil pointed out.

He said his family has been affected by mental health and it is a hard place to be.

“If mental health goes untreated, it can end up in suicide. I know about suicide – standing beside a graveside and burying a loved one from suicide is the hardest thing a family can do,” said Cllr. Brazil.

He said that by holding this conference, it will hopefully bring awareness of mental health in our community, parish and family life.

There are approximately 550 reported deaths per year from suicide.

Cllr. Brazil said for every three reported suicides, one goes unreported.

“So that figure increases to 750 deaths per year from suicide, 64 per month, or 16 per week who take their life by suicide,” said Cllr. Brazil.

“As we sit here, there are three people somewhere out there contemplating taking their life. By tomorrow, three more will be dead. Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem.”

Cllr. Brazil said every week there is publicity about the number of deaths on our roads.

“But there is also a carnage in people's homes every day of the week and no-one seems to be talking about it,” he said.

“The conference in Dungarvan will create awareness around mental health and bring it to the fore.”

There was a loud round of applause in the Council chamber for Cllr. Brazil and Mayor John Cummins also encouraged the public and other Councillors to attend the event.

People are reminded that the conference is free of charge and anyone can attend and sit and listen to the various speakers during the two days.

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Support urged for Right2Water rally UNA Dunphy on behalf of the Waterford Council of Trade Unions has urged all affiliated members and their families to continue to oppose charges and privatisation and support Saturdays right2water protest, assembling at the Glen at 2.00 p.m., on Saturday next, 23rd January.

“Despite the intense propaganda and millions being spent on advertising by Irish Water, despite continuing bullying, intimidation and harassment, there are hundreds of thousands of people who refuse to pay.

Irish Water is the most expensive scam in the history of this country and people aren’t falling for it,” said Ms. Dunphy.

“Hundreds of millions of Euros of our money has been spent. Two years ago John Tierney, boss of IW, announced that 86 million had been spent on consultants on establishment costs, at a time when most families were battling through the debts of imposed austerity. Since January 2014 to August 2015, a further 8.1 million has been spent on legal and accounting firms, Arthur Cox and Ernest Young, along with the controversial engineering firm RPS. “To date the Irish taxpayer is 800 million Euro worse off as a result of the establishment of Irish Water.

“Meanwhile Irish Water are looking to reduce the current workforce, that they orig-

inally agreed would be in place until 2026.Taking the example of the enormously profitable private water companies in the UK and Scotland, where the prices to domestic users has gone through the roof, they similarly hope to reduce the Irish Water workforce by 40% or more.These are the workers who have provided this country with a reliable water service for generations. These workers with their knowledge and skills must not be sacrificed for short term profit for which they and we the public, will pay.”

Ms. Dunphy continued: “This government stubbornly refuse to accept that the vast majority of the population want an end to this utility. No amount of persuading by politicians or paid spin-doctors will convince a majority of people to trust Irish Water.

“It is the most toxic legacy bequeathed to us from the outgoing Government.”

The Campaign for the abolition of charges and for an Amendment to the constitution to protect our water resources in public ownership is supported by the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, the largest civil society organisation in the country.

The WCTU urges all people whether in trade unions, political parties or civil society groups who are opposed to charges and privatisation to support the March and Rally on Saturday.

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Summer Camp in performance arts coming to Dungarvan

Children’s performing arts network Starcamp is to host a summer camp in the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan from 8-12th August next. Supported once again by banana importers Fyffes, Starcamp creator Aideen O’Grady says the week long camp for boys and girls aged 4-12 is ‘designed to teach performance and build confidence through song, dance, drama and games’. Interested parents can obtain further information on their website starcamp.ie

Enhance your PR skills with a certificate in News Journalism in Colaiste Chathail Naofa “THE Certificate in News Journalism evening course in Coláiste Chathail Naofa in Youghal Road, Dungarvan attracts people from south Tipperary, Kilkenny, East Cork and County Waterford and is great for those who are self employed and those who work in a voluntary capacity within the community who want to learn how to generate publicity and interest” explains course tutor Joan Clancy.

“The course is also important for those who want to enhance their CVs by adding a skill which is highly valued, particularly by smaller companies” she added.

The 10 week course, prescribed by the Irish Academy of Public Relations, suitable for beginners is scheduled for 7.00 p.m. – 9.00 p.m. on Tuesday nights starting February 2nd. There is an optional examination on

week 10, equivalent to QQI L5.

The course fee is €125 + €95 optional exam fee.

People who are in receipt of Social Welfare and OAPs are entitled to a 25% reduction of course fee where documentation is produced.

Registration and fees need to be paid before January 29th.

“Enrolment and Information Night is Monday, January 25th, from 7.30 – 8.30 p.m. We can no longer accept cash payments but will gladly accept credit/debit card, cheque, bank draft or postal order payable to WWETB” advises Kathleen Dobbyn, Director of Adult Education in CCN. Enrol and pay securely on line www.ccndungarvan.com Click on “Night Classes”.

Email: nightclassccndungarvan@wwetb.ie Mobile: 086 385 8760 Phone: (058) 41195

Pictured are some of the News Journalism graduates from the Autumn 2015 course in Coláiste Chathail Naofa, Dungarvan: John Merry, Laura Drohan, James O’Flaherty, Edel Power O’Mahony and Paul McLoughlin.

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Appetite for Irish property set to continue SHERRY FitzGerald, Ireland’s leading estate agency, will once again bring its Irish Property Show to London on Saturday, 20th February, 2016. At the event which will be held in the Millennium Gloucester Hotel from 11.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m., they will be displaying a sample of properties from all across Ireland and giving UK purchasers an opportunity to meet property professionals from several of their offices across the country in one day, and in one location.

Mary Dillon, head of Sherry FitzGerald Countrywide said “Ireland has moved on since the global downturn in 2007. The economy looks set to grow at a rate of 4.8% in 2016, having achieved growth of 6.7% in 2015. This is the fastest and largest economic growth of all European states including the major economies of Germany and France.

International investors are buying in Ireland because they see this recovery not just as a short term situation but one that is sustainable and will see growth continue into the future.

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David Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds said “our property showcase will promote property to buyers from all over the UK and especially London to a purchaser market that includes investors who see the opportunity and value in the Irish property market together with Irish people living in the UK who may return home in the coming years but can buy now and avail of value coupled with rental return in the inter-

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EDITORIAL

Record Oscar Nominations signal good times for film ONE of the quiet successes of our developing economy over the past several decades has been the film industry, but last week it emerged with a roar as various Irish productions took an unprecedented and almost unbelievable nine Oscar nominations.

Immediately, it has to be acknowledged as a magnificent feat and an economic and cultural boon for our country.

Actors, writers, directors have all been acknowledged, although the vagaries of the voting system and the intensity of the lobbying, not to mention the cost involved, are all counterproductive to our possible success. This is not in the least to suggest that the films are not worthy, they are of the highest calibre, but it is to be hoped that Ireland’s firepower in the lobbies can match that of bigger nations closer to the voting action.

Outside of those who have received the nominations and the many who worked on the pictures, one of the proudest individuals receiving the news must have been President Higgins who, as Minister for the Arts twenty years ago, gave financial and practical impetus to an industry which was then greatly undervalued.

Despite Minister Humphreys assurance that now that the good times are back, she will increase funding for film production and promotion, as well as tax relief on film profits, it is still difficult to convince the organs of state of the promotional value of films.

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate The official hoops through which the production company had to jump to secure the use of Sceilg Mhichil as a location for the recent Star Wars movie, does not suggest that the civil service fully understands the value which film-making is to this country, or appreciates the potential tourist value from the exposure which Ireland has received after the most recent the film which featured the island.

All of this is surely worth a great deal.

Legislation on mobile phone use deferred IT was reported this week that after the clear-out of pending legislation in a marathon session of the Oireachtas before Christmas, there is very little business for the Dail to process as TDs returned to Leinster House after the Christmas and await the decision of the Taoiseach on the date for the impending General Election.

One piece of legislation which might have been tackled is the new Road Traffic Bill which planned to outlaw the use of mobile phones, whether by means of a hands-free device or otherwise. Included was to be a prohibition also on the use of other electronic devices, thereby outlawing almost every use of a mobile phone or other device.

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It was feared that there might have been objections to the depth of the legislation and the spread of the prohibition on such devices, but it has been well established that texting while driving and, to a slightly lesser extent, talking on the phone while driving, were the cause of some fatal accidents.

It would appear then, that until a phone device which is entirely voice activated is introduced – and one does not appear to be on the horizon – that all use of communications devices while driving will be made illegal.

It would be difficult to disagree with this measure, however unpalatable it may be to motorists, but the facts are there, mobile phones in the hands of drivers and the diversions they cause, can cost lives.

The provision for this has now been dropped from the new Bill because lawyers are presently unable to find a way to allow the use of other electronic devices such as stereos controlled by touch screen in cars, while prohibiting phones.

The Minister for Transport, Paschal Donoghue says that the other measures contained in the Bill will be delayed accordingly and so has deleted the contentious sections in order to allow the rest of the provisions through.

It is imperative that any reasonable measure that improves road safety and prevents accidents and fatalities should be enacted without delay. Even though it has just started, time is running out for this Dail session and any urgent legislation should be introduced quickly and allowed reasonable debate.

It has been well established in the past that virtually all Road Traffic legislation has been challenged, either in regard to speeding or drink driving. If the measure is worthy of implementation, then it should be allowed the necessary debate so that it can be introduced into law properly and effectively without having to return to the Dail later.

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Flood damage in Waterford won’t result in any more additional Council staff being employed THE recent devastation wrought across Waterford City and County by severe weather storms during the Christmas period won't result in any more additional staff being employed by the local authority.

At the January meeting of the Council, Cllr. John O'Leary said he doesn't see how the Council will get on top of the repairs needed to the roads throughout Waterford City and County, without the civil service recruitment embargo being lifted.

“I hope this matter won't be dragging on for 12 months or more, because work needs to be carried out immediately,” said Cllr. O'Leary.

Cllr. John Pratt said he would also be in favour of the recruitment embargo being lifted, and was quick to point out that the current government (Fine Gael / Labour) was not in place when the particular embargo came into being – which drew a comment from Cllr. O'Leary.

Chief Executive, Michael Walsh said the Council are currently remediating any damage

done as a result of the storms, throughout the county and city.

“That work is happening now, regardless,” he said.

“In relation to the recruitment embargo – we have an agreed workforce plan in place with unions and we won't be employing anybody additional,” said Mr. Walsh.

“We will be putting in additional resources, but we have to be realistic around our budgetary position.

“The bottom line is that we have €4m of a payroll bill and €12m in terms of road funding.

We can't afford to add to that payroll bill significantly, otherwise, the roads budget will go down significantly,” Mr. Walsh warned.

“It is a zero sum game. The current compliment of staff is adequate for maintenance of our roads in normal circumstances.

When we hit a wall, like we have done in the past few weeks, we will put in additional resources to address the situation and we are doing that at the moment,” Mr. Walsh added.

BALLYDUFF FLOODING Meanwhile, Cllr. James Tobin queried if the Council believed the flooding which occurred at an extremely fast rate in Ballyduff was due to recent flood relief work in Fermoy.

Director of Services, Paul Daly, referencing a report on the flooding last December, pointed out that the levels of the River Blackwater were higher than anything recorded since 1955.

“I can't answer that, whether the works in Fermoy did anything to speed up the height the river rose, but I will refer the query to the Office of Public Works (OPW),” said Mr. Daly.

SALTING OF ROADS Mr. Daly pointed out that with the recent storm damage and the Council's resources being stretched, it meant that the local authority cannot get to some roads to spread grit / salt during frosty weather.

Cllr. Mary Butler said she had a 'near miss' the other morning when her vehicle skidded in a Council car park.

She also noted a woman slip-

ping in ice in the same car park.

“I rang the Council and they gritted that car park, but there were quite a few incidents. It is something we need to look at,” she said.

Mr. Daly said normally car parks would be gritted. “As we get back to near normality, the gritting of car parks will come on stream again,” he said.

He said he would refer the issue directly to the District Engineer.

Cllr. Pratt said he was contacted by concerned constituents in relation to the non-gritting of roads around schools.

“The roads around schools are in a dangerous condition,” he warned.

Mr. Daly said that roads near schools are normally part of the routes which are gritted.

He pointed out that because of the extreme weather, staff have been extremely busy, but he assured he would check with the staff to ensure there is a stock of grit in the depot to grit the roads.

Cllr. Declan Doocey said the

Council “needs to up the ante” in relation to the salting of roads, as roads remain damp after the severe storms, and with frosty weather approaching, there is the threat of black ice.

Mr. Daly said while there is more need for salt and grit, there is a limit.

“We will salt priority one and two routes,” Mr. Daly said. “We don't have the resources required to do a lot of salting in the present situation.”

Mr. Daly acknowledged that a lot of roads will still be damp and with the temperature dropping, he said the Council would be urging motorists to drive with extreme caution, particularly along routes that have not been gritted.

NEW JETPATCHER MACHINE Cllr. Jim Griffin queried whether the jetpatcher machine is working to repair damage to the roads caused during December.

The jetpatcher machine helps to carry out repairs on roads, such as potholes.

Mr. Daly confirmed the Council's current jetpatcher machine “is out and about at the moment”.

However, he also revealed some good news, that the Council will shortly receive a second jetpatcher machine.

“It will give us two permanent jetpatchers on the road all the time,” Mr. Daly said.

He encouraged Councillors to continue feeding information about damaged roads to the District Engineers for consideration.

Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald said he was delighted to hear a second jetpatcher is on its way, describing it as “badly needed”.

He sought a schedule so Councillors would know where the jetpatcher machines are working at any given time.

Cllr. Doocey also welcomed the imminent arrival of a second jetpatcher and queried if the Council also needs a new combi-unit.

Mr. Daly said the new jetpatcher is also a combined combi-unit.

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Whitfield’s Mo Bros and Sista’s grow for a good cause!

THE Movember Foundation has been shining the spotlight on men’s health issues for over ten years, raising millions for projects which focus on prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and physical activity.

As part of the most recent campaign, 135 staff members from Waterford’s Whitfield Hospital and UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre joined forces for this worthy cause by growing an array of moustaches, while other staff members undertook a challenging pedometer trial. The team “UPMC Whitfield Bros and Sista’s” not only raised almost €7,500, the group also raised awareness of the health issues that are affecting Irish men.

Catriona McDonald of UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre said, “This was a charity exercise that wasn’t just about raising money for cancer awareness, but also about getting men to talk openly and honestly about their health, to be aware of changes in their bodies and to seek medical advice, the sooner the better.”

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second most common cancer in men worldwide and in Ireland, one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. However, if detected early, prostate cancer can be treated and cured. Early diagnosis and awareness are crucial factors in saving men’s lives.”

Paula Bolger, Whitfield, added that the campaign got a very positive reaction from all the staff, patients and the general public.

“The team performed extremely well and were

placed 11th overall on Movember’s National Leader Board and the highest ranking hospital.

We had 21 teams stepping it out across the campus with a weekly winning team for the most steps achieved. We also had an overall winning team. The campaign received great support, due to the widespread effect these issues have on people.

Thank you to all who supported our team and helped raise funds and awareness for this great cause.”

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by any of these concerns, the advice from Whitfield and UPMC Whitfield Cancer Centre is to visit your local G.P. If you notice something isn’t feeling right, don’t put it off and hope that it goes away, get it checked out. Early detection is the most important factor in treating any health concerns.

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PICTORIAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Ballinroad Pongo Club Dinner THE club recently had their annual Christmas dinner in the Gold Coast Golf Hotel. All the people attending thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Thanks to the Hotel and the Pongo committee for

arranging and running the dinner.

Any person interested in attending the Pongo (bingo) sessions are welcome to come along to St. Laurence’s Hall, Ballinroad.

Photographs by John Pelham

Near the Clonea roundabout, on the coast road.

We meet at 2.30 p.m. on Tuesdays.You can call Joan Hogan for details on 058 42103 or 087 2101620.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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COMERAGH District Councillor Michael J. O'Ryan was forced to walk out of the January meeting of Waterford City and County Council last week, because he felt he was not being allowed to represent the people of the Comeragh area and ask questions about the monthly management report.

At the meeting, the monthly management report was being discussed, and after 50 minutes, Mayor John Cummins brought questions to an end to move on with the rest of the business on the agenda.

However, Cllr. O'Ryan pointed out to the Mayor that he twice indicated to speak during the management report.

Mayor Cummins replied he did not see Cllr. O'Ryan indicate he wanted to speak.

The Mayor said another Councillor had also indicated he wanted to speak, but he had to tell him the same thing – that the time limit of 50 minutes was up.

The Council had previously agreed that a

lion gallons of rain that fell in the county fell in the west and central section of the county, while higher ground in the Comeraghs would have received almost 50 percent more rainfall than the lower areas.

Cllr. O’Ryan said he signalled twice, that he wanted to speak during the discussion of the monthly management report. “It is the right of Councillors to speak on behalf of their constituents and on Thursday I had a lot to say,� Cllr. O’Ryan said. “If meetings have to go on three or four hours, so be it. “The Mayor gave me no option but to leave the chamber as I wasn’t allowed to speak on such an important issue,� said Cllr.

O’Ryan. “Last year, under (former) Mayor James Tobin’s direction, Councillors were not restricted in speaking or coming in again to contribute further to a discussion. “It is no good organising emergency meetings if you are going to restrict discussion at the normal Council meetings.

People of Comeragh are still suffering

time limit of 50 minutes would be allowed for discussions on the management report.

Cllr. O'Ryan expressed his extreme disappointment at not being allowed to speak or ask questions. “Regardless, I did not see you, and we are now up on the 50 minutes,� said Mayor Cummins.

Mayor Cummins then moved on with the agenda, but Cllr. O'Ryan expressed his disgust and said he was walking out of the meeting as he felt he was not being given an opportunity to represent the people of his constituency and ask questions on the management report.

Cllr. O’Ryan who was a poll topper in 2014, has been an advocate for roads since his election in 2009.

Cllr. O’Ryan, speaking afterwards said the biggest crisis has befallen our county in a generation and the fallout on the roads programme will be serious, particularly with the current estimate for repairs at over ₏20m.

Cllr. O’Ryan noted in the management report that 70 percent of the 150 bil-

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O’Ryan walks out of Plenary Council meeting in protest Councillor Michael J. O'Ryan. and their roads won’t be fixed for a long time,� Cllr.

O’Ryan said.

Cllr. O’Ryan said the important issues he had to raise included emergency works to be carried out at the Finger Post junction R671 this year to link Clonmel and Dungarvan in times of flooding; local roads to be gritted / salted at accident-prone blackspots; grit to be made available to communities as soon as possible and not to be caught unaware like the sandbag issue; and a call for Council officials to visit Pickering, North Yorkshire, England, to assess how this notorious flood location has changed its fortunes with little monetary investment. “By using local knowledge and returning to practices more in tune with nature further upstream, this area avoided flooding this winter, while the neighbouring locality was seriously hit,� Cllr. O’Ryan concluded.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Homeowner Guide to prevent damage in the home from freezing pipes onlinetradesmen.ie provides guide to assist home owners during forecasted cold snap . . .

RNLI Eamonn Terry with Colin Williams RNLI Divisional Operations Manager. Eamonn Terry who retired from the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station was presented with a token of appreciation on behalf of the crew by Colin Williams, RNLI Divisional Operations Manager in the station recently.

[Tomás Rúa Ó Cadhla]

Eamonn Terry honoured

by RNLI crew for outstanding service EAMONN Terry who retired from the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station was presented with a token of appreciation on behalf of the crew by Colin Williams, Divisional Operations Manager in the station recently.

“Eamonn has been involved in the Helvick Lifeboat Station since 1996” said Williams. “He first served as a helmsman until he took up the position as Deputy Launching Authority (DLA) on retirement from the crew in 2000. In 2001 he was appointed Lifeboat Training Co-Ordinator (LTC) until he retired from the station in March 2015.

“In summary, his service to the RNLI has been selfless and determined. His experience, knowledge and sheer common sense has been of immense value to crew and Lifeboat Operations Management (LOM).

He is highly regarded by local and divisional staff and was awarded an RNLI Inscribed Statuette in recognition of this by Admiral the Lord Boyce KG GCB OBE DL, at the 2013 RNLI Annual Awards in held in the Great Hall in Trinity College, Dublin. We wish Eamonn very well in his retirement!” he added.

Eamonn a Master Craftsman, is renowned for Criostal na Rinne (Ring Crystal) the exquisite hand cut full lead crystal which he creates using artisan methods and 45 years experience, in his studio workshop in the County Waterford Gaeltacht. The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea.The crews comprise of volunteers from all walks of life that give up their time and comfort to carry out rescues and train for them, in difficult and often dangerous conditions. Joan Clancy

Eamonn Terry with Anne McCarthy in Trinity College, Dublin in June 2013, where they were presented with the RNLI Inscribed Statuette and Bronze Badge respectively by Admiral the Lord Boyce KG GCB OBE DL, Chairman of the RNLI in recognition of their outstanding service to the Helvick Lifeboat Station.

WITH forecasters predicting the potential for snow falls across the country in the days ahead, OnlineTradesmen.ie has compiled a simple guide that home owners can follow to prevent frozen pipes within their homes and the associated heavy damage they can cause.

What are the dangers of freezing pipes?

When water freezes, it expands.

Unfortunately, the pipes used for plumbing in your home are often not flexible. For this reason a freeze can often cause them to burst, with water escaping into your home.The ensuing damage can be extensive, with many home owners having to pay thousands of euro to clean up after such an event.

Any home with poor insulation are at risk (which may apply to most homes built between 2004 - 2010) and any spaces within a home where pipes are exposed to cold air are vulnerable – think exterior walls, attic or roof spaces and cracked wall coverings.

If in doubt, you should do a quick survey of your home by following the steps below.

How do you identify freezing pipes?

Unfortunately, a frozen pipe does

not leak, so there is often no tell-tale sign other than a disrupted water supply– with little or no water coming from your taps. A quick check of your piping may also reveal a frost on the exterior of the pipe in question.

What should you do if your pipes freeze?

• If you suspect your pipes have frozen based on the above, you need to turn off the water supply to your home immediately.You can do this by locating the main stop cock (stop valve) in your house, normally located under the kitchen sink.

• Where possible you should also turn off the water supply from your water tank – this is normally located in your attic.Turn off the stop valve on its outlet pipe.

• Finally, turn off all your water heating systems and then turn on your taps to drain the system - this will enable you to minimise any potential water damage from a burst pipe • At this point you should request a plumber to call out and check your plumbing system for further damage.

What to do if your pipes burst • Turn off the water supply to your house and water tank as above.

• Where electrics are exposed to

water, turn off your electricity supply at the mains.

• If your house is insured, contact your insurance company at this point.

• Get a plumber out as soon as possible.

• Collect any water in buckets to limit the damage • Puncture the plaster in any bulging ceilings to relieve the pressure and limit damage How to prevent frozen pipes • Insulate all exposed water pipes (both internal and external) with foam based or specialist pipe insulation.

Exposed pipes include those in attics, external wall cavities and near damaged walls.

• Ensure that the heating comes on for a time in unoccupied homes during cold weather spells.

“Every year we experience a big freeze in Ireland, we see a huge demand for emergency plumbers on our service to repair damage that is entirely preventable” comments Ted Laverty, CEO OnlineTradesmen.ie.

"With the recent flooding disaster causing so much suffering, we hope these measures can save a few home owners from unnecessary hardship and expense in the cold months ahead.”

Helvick Lifeboat says thanks “WE would like to thank you for your outstanding support in 2015, our most successful fundraising year ever, and wish you a very happy 2016. Blíaín nua fé mhaise agaibh ar fad!

“We are very pleased to be recognised nationally by the RNLI Branch Supporter Award and the IPB Pride of Place Award which is open to the entire island of Ireland” said Hon Fundraising Chairman Oliver Clancy.

“These awards mark a fantastic achievement made possible not only by our hardworking Fundraising Committee but by the entire community on the Helvick Peninsula and around the whole Dungarvan Bay area” he added.

“The 22nd Annual Helvick Sponsored Swim & BBQ, set for 1.00 p.m.

Sunday, August 14th, is our main fundraising event and has become a major attraction in Ireland’s Ancient East.” he announced.

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The Helvick Lifeboat RNLB Robert Armstrong an Atlantic 85 B874, with crew Alan Kelly at the helm with Dónal Ó Faoláin, Terence Morrissey and Mike Tobin.

[Patrick Browne] Fundraising Committee AGM is scheduled for 8.00 p.m. Friday, January 29th in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club (DHSC) on Davitt’s Quay. The general public are most welcome to attend.

“The RNLI is a voluntary organisation and our goals could not be achieved

without the support of our many volunteers and sponsors who are always willing to help when called upon” said Anne McCarthy, Hon. Fundraising Secretary.

The fundraising committee work hard to supplement the often heroic and dangerous work carried out by the volunteer crews who

risk their lives in all kinds of weather to save life at sea 24-7-365.

For further information please contact Dolores 086 122 5818; Oliver 087 821 0420; Nicky 087 763 0062. r nlihelvick@gmail.com Facebook: Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising

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January 2016 Dungarvan Credit Union Car Draw winner was Siobhan Kelly, Kilgobinet, Dungarvan. Pictured are Eddie Fitzgerald, Dungarvan Nissan; Siobhan Kelly; John C. Flood, Dungarvan Nissan, and Jean Kiely, Promotions Committee Dungarvan Credit Union.

Raise floor levels to alleviate flood risk says Councillor

By Christy Parker HOUSEBUILDERS would be well advised to raise floor levels by two blocks / 18 inches to reduce the risk of flooding, Cllr. Declan Doocey told January’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District sitting.

The Councillor said the measure “would at least be viable for single-storey houses” and those overlooked by a hill and would have saved a lot of houses from flooding in the recent storms.

Senior Planner Jim O’Mahony responded that the standard building practice allows for a floor height of 12 inches over ground level to serve damp-proofing but he’d have no problem with adopting Cllr.

Doocey’s recommendation.

However, he continued, it could create planning and other problems with regard installing ramps and so on.

“But I’m sure all Councillors will be conscious of this when a review of the County and City Development Plan is being considered shortly.”

LOW PLANNING Earlier, Cllr. Pat Nugent had called for stringent restrictions on one-off planning sought for low lying areas.

“A lot of houses built 30 or 40 years ago are in trouble (with flooding)”, he suggested.

The Councillor questioned planners’ apparent over-reliance on ‘protecting the skyline’, suggesting that it was a policy that is dictated within the higher echelons of national planning authorities. “If you look from Dungarvan to

Cappoquin, there are so many houses in what is a valley”, he added.

Mr. O’Mahony, however, believed such planning regulations were not problematic. Rathgormack (north Waterford) had been flooded recently and “is not low lying by any means”, he said. “Huge climate change is bringing major problems in intensity and frequency of flooding”, he continued (although this seemed to bypass the issue of a house in a low ground suffering from its location.) That said, he agreed that, “a lot of people in low lying areas do make applications without foreseeing problems.”

Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell said he thought that “when the windmills went up 320 metres that concern about the skyline was completely gone and anyone looking for planning permission

wouldn’t have to worry about it!” He said he had recently seen a house built so low that a field was “running level with the roof!”

SEEKING INFLUENCE Cllr. James Tobin said he had the “greatest sympathy for people affected by storms” but that “some people now criticising the Council would previously have approached him and other Councillors seeking to influence planning when trying to build houses. The Councillor reminded that Councillors “have no say in planning whatsoever” but that “people look for planning in the ‘quarest’ of places and expect to get it there.” He felt it was difficult to format a policy to stop people from building where they wanted to build, but that “changes will come and they will have to recognise that.”

Public consultation on Tallow Alms Houses to recommence

By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is set to recommence the Part 8 (public submission) process in the renovation and upgrading of four Alms houses in Tallow.

The work will also see the construction of rear extensions to the buildings at the residential-zoned site, also known known as Boyce Cottages, Townspark East.

The move follows a lengthy administrative delay that interrupted the Part 8 process as the Council dealt with ownership issues. However, on raising

the matter at January’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting, Cllr. John Pratt was told that that process was now concluded.

Documentation circulated to the meeting revealed that the Part 8 process originally began on March 27th last, but it subsequently emerged that Waterford Council had “insufficient interest in the site to complete the process.” All legal owners have since been contacted and legal agreements completed.

The houses are deemed to be of “considerable historical and architectural importance and the Council notes that the project will not just

upgrade and protect the site but will “also enhance the streetscape.”

Amongst two submissions earlier received, Waterford Fire Service advised that “all standard recommendations be included in the scheme.”

The second submission, from Peter Mulryan of Conna, strongly urged Waterford Council to “incorporate various energy efficiency measures and not allow TV/internet aerials on the buildings.”

The Council has indicated it will take the submissions on board, with consideration to be given to energy efficiency measures and aerials banned.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Hip Labrum Tears is a cause of Hip and Groin Pain

By Tomás Ryan BSc., AHS, Ph.Th. MIAPT,

Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles

A TEAR to the Labrum of the Hip Joint can result in significant Hip & Groin Pain. The Labrum is a dense layer of tissue known as Fibrocartilage that lines the vast majority of the inside walls of the hip socket known as the Acetabulum. A tear to the Labrum occurs in younger athletes due to extreme Hip motion activities such as repetitive twisting and pivoting movements during sport. This results in repetitive microtrauma damage to Labrum tissue and eventual pain symptoms. Tears to the Labrum can be seen in mature adult with arthritic degenerative signs due wear and tear of the joint. Its role is to increase hip joint stability and decrease weight bearing stress within the hip joint. It contains nerve endings that when disrupted produce pain sensations referring around the Hip region.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OFACETABULUM LABRAL TEARS • Pain into the front of the Hip Joint and Groin • Front thigh & Groin pain significantly worsens during prolonged standing, sitting and walking.

• Pain can be Sharp with a sensation of clicking in the Hip • Some Patients experience a feeling that the Hip is ‘giving way’ or unstable • In addition it can refer pain into the front of the thigh, buttock and outside area of the thigh In some instances of Patients with Hip pain the symptoms come from tight and tender muscles of the hip joint namely the gluteals and Tensor Fascia Latae muscles. Tight and painful knots or nodules have been found by the therapist in the fascia layer of tissue that overlaps the muscles. The fascia nodules can be responsible for much of the hip joint pain. Muscle manipulation followed by stretching and strengthening these muscles can help relieve these painful symptoms. Reducing pain produced by fascia tight nodules can also improve functional movement ability of walking and climbing stairs.

Strengthening exercises should target the Lower back and pelvic region also.

Labrum tears can vary in stature, significant tears may require surgery, where more moderate tears with additional symptoms coming from the dysfunctional muscles can be managed without surgical intervention in the short term. Surgical consideration is also dependent on whether the patient is an active sports person, where the continuing twisting & pivoting movements can further stress the torn Labrum.

Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504 26672. Email tomaspryan@gmail.com

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Estate repairs await release of bond by Insurance company

By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council cannot progress work on an unfinished estate at Cruachán & Waters Edge as Allianz Ireland insurance has not released the bond to cover at least part of the costs of the work.

Cllr. John Pratt raised the matter at January’s Municipal District meeting, declaring that the situation was “gone beyond ridiculous.” The Councillor spoke of two trees having fallen in the vicinity over Christmas, with one more threatening to fall. He believed the situation

was so bad that the tree could land onto a room where babies are sleeping.

Cllr. Pratt added that the road surface also posed a danger to residents, a situation exacerbated by the fact that it “opened onto a big drop.” He feared that even if a bond came through, it would not cover the repair works adequately on the McInerney-built development.

In support, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan said it was now “unsafe for families to leave their kids out there to play” and that amidst good progress being made by the Council regarding unfinished estates, “this

remains the big standout issue for us.”

UNSATISFACTORY WORK Director of services for the Environment Jim Moloney said the Council was “putting as much pressure as we can” on the insurance company, and had “a lot of info gathered regarding bill of quantities, costings, etc.” he said it was going to be “a very expensive” undertaking “because works that have been conducted by builders, now in liquidation, is not satisfactory for taking in charge purposes. Irish Water certainly do not want to know about

it for the time being”, he added Mr. Moloney continued that the Council had been engaging with a developer who possibly would take over “what is remaining of the estate” but that “they are being told that whatever works have to be carried out in the unfinished housing at the Waters Edge end must likewise be done in Cruachán.

Concluding the gloomy prognosis, he surmised that “what money is in the bond will certainly not be sufficient” to complete the works. Cllr. Pat Tobin asked if it would “take a fatality” before the area was made safe.

Waterford Newfoundland links - An illustrated talk

by Jack Burtchaell WATERFORD County Museum will kick-off their first New Year talk with Jack Burtchaell, a man - it is true to say - that is now known all over the world. Jack is a wonderful speaker and really captures the imagination of the listener.

Well known for his Waterford City Medieval walking tours, he studied Archaeology, History and Geography at University College Dublin and graduated in 1982 with a First Class Honours Degree.

After winning a post graduate scholarship he continued in U.C.D. in the Geography Department specialising in the field of Historical Geography. Further research work followed at the Institute of Irish Studies at Queen's University Belfast.

While teaching field studies to undergraduates his interest in heritage tourism developed, and ever since he has combined tourism and active historical research.

Jack was awarded several ‘Best Tour Feature' by CIE International Awards of Excellence He also won a Bord Fáilte Irish Welcome Award as well as collecting awards from various parts of the world. Jack also has a number of historic publications to his credit.

The talk takes place at the Town Hall Theatre on Friary Street on Wednesday, 20th January at 8.00 p.m.

All are welcome. There will be an entry fee of €5.

Jack Burtchaell

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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Community engagements to establish localised plans A SERIES of Community Engagements will take place this month and next month aiming to enable communities to equip, inform and prepare themselves with the necessary information, resources and roadmap to shape their own localised plans.

The Community of Place areas have been selected on the basis of where there is an overall shared sense of place allowing communities to work side by side together in shaping and leading in their futures.

At the January meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Director of Services, Lar Power, said the objective is to engage with every village and small town in the county; understand what strengths,

weaknesses and opportunities they have for their community, and what actions they would like to progress.

The first of the meetings for the Comeragh area began on Tuesday, 19th January, at Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas, at 7.00 p.m.The second Comeragh meeting will be held in the Copper Coast, at Kill Community Centre, on Monday, 25th January, at 7.00 p.m.

For the Dungarvan-Lismore District area, a meeting is scheduled for Monday, 1st February, at Blackwater Community School, Lismore, at 7.00 p.m. and Monday, 8th February, at Dungarvan Sports Centre 7.00 p.m.

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Wedding Register of Electors ‘in good Extravaganza! shape’ thanks to Eircode WATERFORD Council is satisfied that the Register of Electors is in very good shape, thanks to the use of the new postcode system 'Eircode'.

At the January meeting of the local authority, Cllr.

Damien Geoghegan queried what work has been carried out by the Council since a meeting last Summer, to ensure the Register of Electors is in good order.

Director of Services, Fergus Galvin replied the Council is satisfied that the register “is in good shape”

and pointed out there is an extensive media campaign to take place in the coming weeks to encourage people to get their name onto the supplementary list before the General Election is held this year.

Mr. Galvin said the Council was able to carry out a full reconciliation of actual properties around thanks to the new Eircode system.

He admitted there were specific gaps previously, but after reconciling the addresses with the Eircode system, those issues will

now be addressed.

“We used the Eircode system to target gaps, so we have no blackspots in the register,” Mr. Galvin added.

Cllr. Davy Daniels enquired about the staff working on the register and whether they will be retained.

Mr. Galvin said the personnel are part-time / seasonal workers who have provided good services over the years. “It is our intention to retain them,” Mr. Galvin added.

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Water bills ‘not connected’ to HAPS …

By Christy Parker TENANTS on HAPs (Housing Assistance Payment) schemes who do not pay their water charges do not automatically face disqualification from the scheme, but the situation seems not to be clear-cut. In response to an inquiry from Cllr. Siobhán Whelan, Housing Officer Sinéad Breathnach told January’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District sitting that she didn’t think the two factors were linked, but would check up on it.

Cllr.Whelan raised the question again at the subsequent plenary council meeting, where Director of Services for Housing Ivan

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Cllr. Whelan also sought an update on work to the unfinished Monksfield Estate, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, which Ms. Breathnach said she would follow up and provide.

The Councillor further asked how many social housing units are presently “lying idle” in the Dungarvan-Lismore electoral area.

The official said there were no houses “void”, whereas there were several vacant, boarded up and being renovated. She would supply the exact number in due course.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Lollipop Day 2016 Volunteers needed in Waterford for Lollipop Day THE Oesophageal Cancer Fund (OCF) needs your help next February! With less than two months to go until the 15th annual Lollipop Day, the OCF is calling for more volunteers in Waterford on Friday, 26th and Saturday, 27th February, 2016 to help raise vital funds for oesophageal cancer.

Lollipop Day involves thousands of people selling lollipops (€2) nationwide, in an effort to raise vital funds for oesophageal cancer. Without the generosity and support from volunteers, the OCF would not be able to provide the vital role it does in terms of awareness, research and better outcomes for patients and their families with this cancer in Ireland. If you have a few hours to spare on Friday, 26th and Saturday 27th February, pop down on your own or with friends, have some fun and

help the OCF! “We are very fortunate to have an ever increasing number of dedicated volunteers, all of whom make Lollipop Day possible and a success every year,” said Noelle Ryan, OCF chairperson. “But we still need more volunteers so if anyone or any group is interested in helping out, please contact us on www.lollipopday.ie.”

For more information on Lollipop Day; to volunteer, to make a donation, go to www.lollipopday.ie or to volunteer in Dungarvan area please call Geraldine McGrath on 087-7736985 or to volunteer in Waterford City please contact Michael Barry on 086 3051264.

Join the Lollipop Day Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/lollipopday Twitter: @LollipopDayIE Hashtag: #LollipopDay

A Little Lolly Goes a Long Way! - Show your support for the Oesophageal Cancer Fund this Lollipop Day, 26th and 27th February - Picture shows 2 year old Róise McBride.

Motorcyclists prepare to RevUp4DSI Michael Flatley launches annual fundraising initiative for Down Syndrome Ireland . . .

Dr. Andrew Kelly, ISPCA CEO; ISPCA Inspector Alice Lacey and Barbara Bent, Waterford SPCA.

New ISPCA inspectors for Waterford, South Tipperary and Limerick ISPCA CEO Dr. Andrew Kelly visited three of ISPCA’s affiliated members recently, Waterford SPCA (WSPCA), Limerick SPCA (LSPCA) and Limerick Animal Welfare (LAW) and is delighted to announce that Waterford and Limerick have new full-time ISPCA Inspectors.

Dr. Andrew Kelly said: “The ISPCA is delighted to be able to work in collaboration with our affiliated members to provide ISPCA Inspectors who are authorised officers under the Animal Health and Welfare Act which was introduced in March 2014.

This will be a huge benefit in tackling animal abuse and cruelty in those counties”.

ISPCA Inspector Alice Lacey took up her position which is co-funded by the WSPCA covering Waterford and South Tipperary.

ISPCA Inspector David Walsh has also

taken up his position covering County Limerick which has been funded by LSPCA thanks to a generous bequest from the late Elizabeth Burke. LAW will be assisting by providing resources for Inspector Walsh at their new animal centre in Limerick.

The provision of ISPCA Inspectors covering Limerick, Waterford and South Tipperary will be a real benefit to animal welfare by proactively helping those animals most in need, those that have been abandoned, neglected or cruelly treated.

Members of the public can report animal welfare concerns to the ISPCA by contacting the National Animal Cruelty Helpline on 1890 515 515 or via the online cruelty complaint form on http://www.ispca/ cruelty_complaint

THE Lord of Irish Dance Michael Flatley took time out of his busy schedule to help launch Down Syndrome Ireland’s annual charity motorcycle challenge ‘Revup4DSI’.

Motorcyclists across the country are preparing to take to the open road for the DSI event which takes place over the May Bank Holiday weekend (30th April – 2nd May 2016).

The successful event was co-founded in 2005 by a pair of keen motorcyclists, Michael McCormick and the late Aidan Lynam, both of whom have daughters, Megan and Robyn, with

Down syndrome. The round Ireland road trip has grown to become one the biggest and most popular fundraising events and has raised over €1.5million in much-needed funds for Down Syndrome Ireland over the last 10 years.

Down Syndrome Ireland are currently planning a number of special events for next year's RevUp to honour the passing of their esteemed colleague Aidan Lynam. Aidan was the instrumental part of a strong team behind the very first RevUp4DSI and was tragically killed during last year's event. In memory of Aidan,

DSI intend to have their most successful motorcycle challenge yet come May. The event is a point-topoint navigation ride that takes in over 1000km of stunning Irish views within a 3 day period. On the Saturday motorcyclists will gather at Joe Duffy’s BMW dealership in Finglas for their first in a series of route cards that will lead them through a number of secret checkpoints and to their base for the night. The following day’s ride will take on a poker run format where a playing card is collected at each checkpoint and the best hand will win!

All of which will add to the excitement and camaraderie on the road over this fantastic fundraising weekend.

Entry to the 3 day event is by donation, with a minimum requirement of €500 sponsorship per rider and €500 per pillion passengers.

Accommodation and meals are all booked in advance to make it a very relaxing and rewarding weekend of twowheeled fun.

For further information log on to www.revup4dsi.ie email revup@downsyndrome.ie or call 01 4266500.

The Lord of Irish Dance Michael Flatley with Mark Reilly and David Clarke pictured at the launch of Down Syndrome Ireland’s annual charity motorcycle challenge ‘Revup4DSI’.

[Gerard McCarthy]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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Dungarvan District Court Public order offence struck out after donation made to poor box A DONATION to the court poor box resulted in a public order offence being struck out.

Colin Moore (39) with an address at 20 Kyne Park, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to being intoxicated in public at Grattan Square, Dungarvan, on 18th April, 2015.

Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí were called to Nagle's Bar, Grattan Square, on the evening in question because the accused refused to leave the premises.

Insp. Nolan said the accused eventually left the premises and Gardaí noted the accused was in an intoxicated state and had to be arrested.

Solicitor David Burke said his client had suffered a previous injury and suggested that it was a mixture of medication and alcohol which led to his client's state.

“My client had three pints at the most,” said Mr. Burke.

“He went to see a match on the night. My client hasn't drank since.”

The court heard the accused has previous convictions, but none for any public order offences.

A donation of €100 was sought for the court poor box, which was paid by the accused and the public order charge was struck out.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Woman on theft spree sentenced to prison A WOMAN who admitted to a theft spree in Dungarvan was described by the District Judge as a “parasite living off the retail trade in Dungarvan for her own ends”.

Jodie Finnerty (22) with an address at 40 Cathal Brugha Place, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to theft from Dunnes Stores and Sam McCauley's Chemist, Dungarvan, on 13th November, 2015, and theft from Heroes clothes shop and €uroGiant, Dungarvan, on 21st November, 2015.

Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn at last week's Dungarvan District Court, that the accused was identified taking items from Dunnes Stores and leaving without paying on the afternoon of 13th November last.

A short time later, she entered Sam McCauley's Chemist and took aftershave and perfume and left

without paying. The court heard that all the items, with the exception of a pair of black boots, were recovered.

Insp. Nolan said Finnerty entered Heroes clothes shop and €uroGiant on 21st November last, took items and left those shops without paying.

She admitted all the theft offences.

Insp. Nolan said the accused has 44 previous convictions, 17 of which relate to similar theft offences.

He said Finnerty was last before the court in June 2015 for a similar theft offence, for which she received a custodial sentence of three months, and previous to that, she received a six month jail sentence in April 2015 in relation to four separate theft offences.

Solicitor David Burke admitted his client has a “horrendous

record”, but said his client has not been in trouble since the more recent incidents of theft.

“My client is making huge efforts,” said Mr. Burke. “She has been free of alcohol since these incidents and she is engaging with the services.”

Mr. Burke said Finnerty is conscious of her behaviour and suggested a Probation Service report on his client.

However, Judge Finn said the last time the accused was before the court, she said she had learned her lesson and pleaded not to have her period of incarceration extended.

“But that has all been thrown back in the court's face,” said Judge Finn. “She is a parasite living off the retail trade in Dungarvan for her own ends.

“None of the items she took relate to the consumption of

alcohol,” said Judge Finn.

Mr. Burke said his client is willing to pay compensation, but Judge Finn replied “it is long past that”.

“I would be failing in my duty if I didn't deal with her,” said Judge Finn.

He said he would categorise the accused as 'unreformable' and said she has “ran out of credit with the court”.

Mr. Burke said his client is the mother of a young child, but Judge Finn said the young child should have been foremost on Finnerty's mind before she carried out the theft offences.

“She will not use her child as a shield,” said Judge Finn, handing down ten months imprisonment on each of the four theft charges, to run concurrently.

Recognisance was fixed in the event of an appeal.

Local man fined for disorderly conduct USING disorderly conduct and being intoxicated in public resulted in a fine for a Dungarvan man.

Dean Millard (32) with an address at 64 Springmeadows, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to disorderly conduct and being intoxicated in public at T. F. Meagher Street, Dungarvan, on 6th March, 2015.

At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan said a Garda patrol observed the accused “standing over a female”.

“Gardaí intervened and noted the accused was in an intoxicated state, and unsteady on his feet.” said Insp. Nolan.

A fixed charge notice was issued for the offence, but

the accused failed to pay the fine.

Insp. Nolan added that the accused did use foul language towards the Gardaí on the night.

Solicitor David Burke said the accused and his partner were “having words” on the night.

“It was affairs of the heart,” said Mr. Burke.

“My client went to the Garda barracks the following day and apologised.”

The court heard that the accused has 11 previous convictions.

Judge Terence Finn handed down a €150 fine for the charge of disorderly conduct and marked the charge of being intoxicated in public as proven and taken into consideration.

Bench warrant issued A BENCH warrant was issued for the arrest of a Waterford woman who failed to appear in court last week.

Lisa Finn (34) with an address at 114 Kilcohan Park, Waterford, is accused of alleged theft from several Dungarvan retail outlets on 18th, 21st and 25th November, 2014.

The accused's absence without reasonable excuse, from last week's Dungarvan District Court was noted and Judge Terence Finn issued a bench warrant for her arrest.

Mary Clancy, Liam Clancy, Tracy Fennell and Pat Fennell pictured at the annual Christmas Day Swim in aid of charity at Stradbally Cove. This year's designated charity was Down Syndrome Ireland.

[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Community service in lieu of prison for driving while disqualified A DRIVER who was involved in a collision was discovered to be driving while disqualified.

Dennis Hollmann (23) with an address at 3 Park Gate, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified and not having insurance at Kiladangan, Dungarvan, on 24th July, 2014.

At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan said Gardaí

went to the scene of a collision at Kiladangan on the date in question, and spoke with the driver of the vehicle, who was the accused.

“He failed to produce any of his driving documents. It transpired that he was disqualified from driving since June, 2014,” said Insp. Nolan.

Solicitor David Burke said his client had started working in landscaping and

was driving on a laneway.

“He came off the laneway,” said Mr. Burke.

“There has been no incidents since.”

Mr. Burke said his client is German by birth and moved here with his parents several years ago.

“My client has learned a valuable lesson from this,” said Mr. Burke. “He is the father of one young child.

My client is in landscaping and he hopes to start up his

own business.

“He has turned his life around and will gladly engage with the Probation Services and do community service.”

After a same day assessment by the Probation Officer, the accused was deemed suitable for community service.

For driving while disqualified, Judge Finn handed down 140 hours community service in lieu

of a five month prison sentence.

For driving without insurance, 100 hours community service was handed down in lieu of three months imprisonment. The two terms of community service to run consecutively.

The offences are to be endorsed on any licence the accused may hold and he was disqualified from driving for four years.

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Youth placed on Probation Bond and told to stay away from Nightclub A KILMACTHOMAS man who pushed past a Garda demanding to know “who the f--- are you to stop me” was placed on a Probation Bond for two years and directed to stay away from a local nightclub.

Dylan Kiely (19) with an address at Grawn, Kilmacthomas, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, and being intoxicated in public, at Strandside North, Abbeyside, on 8th February, 2015.

He also pleaded guilty to similar public order charges, as well as a charge of assault at the same location on 27th December, 2014.

At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that on the night in question, shortly after midnight, Gardaí observed the accused being ejected from Creation Nightclub.

Insp. Nolan said the

accused was intoxicated and attempted to get back inside the nightclub.

“Gardaí gave a direction for the accused to leave the area. He attempted to push past the Garda asking 'who the f--- are you to stop me'.

The accused had to be arrested,” said Insp. Nolan.

Solicitor Niall King said his client has no previous convictions.

In relation to the assault charge, Mr. King said his client was 'defending the honour of his girlfriend'. He said that although the injured party did not want to press charges, the incident was witnessed by a Garda.

“In relation to my client's behaviour on the night in February 2015, he is offering a full public apology to the Garda,” said Mr. King.

“My client lives at home with his family and he admits he has a problem with alcohol.

“He says he has not taken alcohol since September,

2015. My client admits he was out of control at the time and his behaviour was not acceptable. He wants to put this matter behind him and get on with his life.”

Mr. King said his client is now working in full-time employment.

Judge Finn noted that after a plea to the offences which occurred in December, 2014, the accused was again in the same general area two months later reoffending.

“This accused believed he had a right to come and go as he pleased, even though he was ejected from the premises,” said Judge Finn.

In relation to the accused's statement towards the Garda, Judge Finn queried whether it was the 'exuberance of youth' or a challenge to the State and its institutions?

Mr. King said it was more 'exuberance of youth' than anything else.

“My client has adopted a

more mature attitude now,” said Mr. King.

“He would need to,” Judge Finn replied.

“Because I am not impressed by him.”

In relation to the assault charge in December 2014, Judge Finn handed down a €300 fine and marked the public order charges as proven and taken into consideration.

A fine of €300 was handed down for the charge of using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place in February 2015.

Judge Finn also placed the accused on a Probation Bond, directing him to be of good behaviour and to keep the peace for two years and to stay away from the premises known as Minnies / Creation Nightclub.

The other charge of being intoxicated in public on the same night was marked proven and taken into consideration.

Probation Act for youth who stole cider A WATERFORD youth who admitted stealing cider from a local retailer had the charge marked proven under the Probation Act, but no penalty imposed.

Thomas Connors (19) with addresses at Maguire House, Bath Street, Waterford, and Manor Street, Waterford pleaded guilty to theft from Walsh's Spar, O'Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 1st October, 2015.

At last week's Dungarvan District

Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused entered Walsh's Spar, Dungarvan, on the date in question and took two bottles of cider, valued at €10.99 and left the shop without paying.

Gardaí came across the accused a short time later, and he was in possession of the cider.

However, the cider was not in a resaleable condition.

Solicitor David Burke said his client

has the compensation in court for the retailer.

“My client has not gotten into trouble since,” said Mr. Burke.

“He doesn't know what came over him on the day and he deeply regrets doing it.

Judge Finn marked the charge as proven under Section 1 (2) of Probation Against Offenders Act, but there was no penalty imposed.

Money collector pleads guilty to theft A MONEY collector who had a dispute with his employer about commission ended up taking the money from customers' accounts, last week's Dungarvan District Court was told.

Declan Roche (33) with an address at 2 Lackendarra, Ballinamult, pleaded guilty to five counts of theft of money dated 20th August, 2013.

Outlining the case in court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused was employed as a money collector on behalf of Provident, in the West Waterford area.

He said that drops in the amount of money from customers was noted over a period of time, and there

were 34 Provident customers who had discrepencies in their accounts.

“A number of customers made a formal complaint to the company,” said Insp.

Nolan. “In total, there was €2,081.52 missing money spanning the customers' accounts.”

He said the accused subsequently lost his job with Provident.

“The accused was later interviewed by Gardaí and admitted the discrepancies in customers' accounts. He blamed it on poor bookkeeping on his part,” Insp.

Nolan added.

Solicitor Niall King said his client pleads guilty to the charges.

He said Roche took up employment with Provident as a money col-

lector, due to his own financial circumstances.

Mr. King said his client had a dispute with Provident over the nonpayment of commission and he took it from customers' accounts.

“He admits he should not have done so,” said Mr. King. “He went the wrong way about it to deal with the matter and realises he should have taken the issue up with Provident.”

Mr. King pointed out that all customers affected were credited by Provident.

He pointed out that his client has no previous convictions.

“My client now works part-time and his income is limited, but he does wish to refund Provident who had to credit its customers,” said

Mr. King.

Judge Finn pointed out that the matter is nearly two years old and the accused could have been gathering the money since then.

“My client was unemployed since then and now only has part-time work,” Mr. King replied.

Judge Finn said he was surprised the accused did not go about retrieving commission he believes he is owed by Provident.

But Mr. King said his client “wants nothing more to do with Provident” and put the matter behind him.

Judge Finn adjourned the case to 13th April, 2016, to allow the accused to put together compensation, adding: “The accused's continued commitment will be vital”.

Malua Ni Chleirigh and Manuela Madeira from Dungarvan pictured at the ceremony at the Civic Offices, Dungarvan to mark the sealing of the Time Capsule which commemorates Dungarvan 800.

[David Clynch]

Probation report sought on youth found with cannabis A PROBATION report was sought on a Dungarvan youth who was found in possession of cannabis.

Brandon Kinghorn (22) with an address at 21 Kyne Park, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Priory Avenue, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 10th January, 2014.

At last week's Dungarvan District Court, Inspector

David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí observed two males acting suspiciously on the night in question, one of whom was the accused.

Gardaí searched the accused and found a quantity of suspected cannabis in the accused's possession.

“He admitted it was cannabis. The value of the controlled substance was approximately €50,” Insp.

Nolan said.

The court heard that

Kinghorn has three previous convictions.

Solicitor David Burke said his client has changed his ways and is doing a CE scheme.

“My client took a wrong road during this period of time,” said Mr. Burke.

“It was a group of pals, doing some experimenting and using drugs. That has changed now,” he added.

Judge Finn adjourned the case to 8th June, 2016, for a Probation Service report on the accused.

Bench warrant issued A MAN who failed to appear in court last week had a bench warrant issued for his arrest.

John Connors (32) with an address at Apartment 1, 13 O'Connell Street, Waterford, is accused of

alleged theft from Eurospar, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 11th October, 2015.

Solicitor David Burke told Judge Terence Finn that his client was not in court and he was unable to contact him.

Inspector David Nolan sought a bench warrant for the accused's arrest.

Without a reasonable excuse for his absence from court, Judge Finn issued a bench warrant for the accused's arrest.

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MICHAEL POWER MEMORIAL SWIM 2015

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Pictured at Kilmurrin Cove for the Michael Power Memorial Swim 2015 was Martha Harney.

[John Power]

Pictured at Kilmurrin Cove for the Michael Power Memorial Swim 2015 were Billy and Jenny Moran.

[John Power]

Pictured at Kilmurrin Cove for the Michael Power Memorial Swim 2015 were Ronan O'Keeffe, Mary Butler, Breda O'Keeffe, Avril Dunne, Aileen O'Keeffe and Donal Dunne.

[John Power]

Pictured at Kilmurrin Cove for the Michael Power Memorial Swim 2015 were Anna and Dick Walsh.

[John Power] Pictured at Kilmurrin Cove for the Michael Power Memorial Swim 2015 was Tomรกs Casey.

[John Power]

Taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 were Edmond Doherty, Emma Cahill, Patrick McCormack and Lynn Ormond.

[John Power]

Jack Mulcahy.

[John Power]

Taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 were Brendan Doyle and Paddy Power.

[John Power]

Taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 were Keith and Maureen Kirwan, Tom Power, Paudie Dunphy and Aine Hennessy.

[John Power]

Pictured at Kilmurrin Cove for the Michael Power Memorial Swim [John Power] 2015 were Micahel O'Hara and Des Donnelly.

Pictured at Kilmurrin for the Michael Power Memorial Swim 2015 [John Power] were Darren Power and John Walsh.

Ann Farrell.

[John Power]

Paddy Kelly.

[John Power]

Taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 were Paul Burns and Frances Roberts.

[John Power]

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Man charged with harassment remanded in custody with consent to bail GERMAN born Erich Alexander (55) with an address at Friary House, Aglish, Cappoquin, who is charged with harassing County Waterford woman Suzie Geoghegan was remanded in custody with consent to bail by Waterford

Circuit Criminal Court, last week.

Judge Eugene O’Kelly told the accused man that he could handle his own case and defend himself if he wished.

If he wanted he could argue his own case before

the Jury. But he advised the accused to reflect on the option of legal representation which might be helpful to him.

The Judge added that he knew nothing about the case but there was an order before the court sending

him forward for trial.

It may be the case that the accused man’s company should be charged but that would have to wait for a trial before a Jury.

Barrister Noel Whelan, for the DPP., said the accused man was in custody

because he had not taken up bail which had been granted to him.

Judge O’Kelly said the accused man was under no obligation to take up bail and he could stay in prison if he wished.

The accused man replied

that he would like to stay out of prison and take up his bail.

Bail terms set down by the court included a condition that he stay away from Dungarvan and have no contact with Suzie and Martin Geoghegan, Linda

Bradfield and Ellen Duggan. A further condition of bail was that he resides at Friary House in Aglish.

The case was adjourned to Waterford Circuit Criminal Court on February 2 next.

Kilmacthomas man pleads guilty to possession of cannabis and cocaine for sale or supply A COUNTY Waterford man pleaded guilty to dealing in cannabis and cocaine when he was arraigned in the Circuit Criminal Court in Waterford, last week.

David Power (32) with an address at No. 14, Riverview Estate, Kilmacthomas, admitted having possession of cannabis and cocaine for sale or supply to another at his address on

October 17, 2014. He also pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for sale or supply on February 21, 2015.

Barrister Noel Whelan, for the DPP., said at the time of the

commission of the offences the accused man was under suspended sentence from the Circuit Court for assault causing harm. He said there was no objection to bail.

For the accused, Louis Harkin, BL., applied for an adjournment and said his client wanted to address his drug addiction and was receiving counselling and was engaging his probation offi-

cer.

Judge Eugene O’Kelly remanded the accused on bail to April 5 next for the preparation of a probation and welfare report.

Man who pleaded guilty to assault has case adjourned for 18 months A DUNGARVAN man who pleaded guilty to assault causing harm to a member of security at a licensed premises, had his case adjourned for 18 months to monitor his behaviour and put together compensation.

Shane O’Mahony (32) with an address at Springmount, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, to assault causing harm at the Moorings Bar, Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, on 7th November, 2015.

Outlining the matter, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí were called to a disturbance at the licensed premises on the night in question.

They observed the accused shouting abuse at the pub’s security staff.

“He was insulting and uncooperative and had to be arrested,” said Insp.

Nolan.

He said that following the accused’s arrest, a member of security staff of the Moorings Bar made an allegation of assault by the accused.

Insp. Nolan said that on the night a female had become unwell and had been sick in the pub toilets.

“The accused had been seen with the female earlier in the night,” he said. “The staff approached the accused and asked him to take her out of the toilets so they could be cleaned.

“The accused told the staff to mind their own business and to f--- off. He became aggressive and the assault occurred after that,” said Insp. Nolan.

He said one of the members of security received injuries as a result of the assault.

Solicitor David Burke said his client pleads guilty to the assault. He said there was no weapon used in the assault.

“My client has no previous convictions,” said Mr. Burke.

“This was out of character for him. He is a student in the middle of second year doing a three year degree course in law at UCC. He is working to pay for that degree,” said Mr. Burke.

“My client is not a drinking man.”

Mr. Burke said his client has €1,000 in court as compensation for the injured party.

“The member of security did not have any identification on the night identifying him as a security man,” said Mr. Burke.

“My client had drink consumed and didn’t know what was happening. He lashed out.”

Judge Finn adjourned the case to 26th July, 2017, to monitor the accused’s behaviour and for him to gather another €1,000 (total €2,000) in compensation for the injured party.

A group shot of all those present at the ceremony at the Civic Offices, Dungarvan to mark the sealing of the Time Capsule which commemorates Dungarvan 800.

[David Clynch]

Dungarvan man admits assaults on two Gardaí A COUNTY Waterford man who pleaded guilty to assaults on two members of the Gardaí was remanded on bail by Waterford Circuit Criminal Court, last week.

Jonathan Havens (26) with an address at No. 65 Town Court, Dungarvan, admitted assaulting Garda Daithi Ó Flinn and Garda Tammy Hehir and being reckless

that they were peace officers on 13th March, 2011.

Barrister Noel Whelan, for the DPP., said the pleas were acceptable to the Director of Public

Prosecutions on the full facts.

Judge Eugene O’Kelly directed the preparation of a probation and welfare report and adjourned the case to 5th April, next.

Drink driving cases dismissed / struck out FORTY-five drink driving cases were struck out or dismissed by Waterford District Court, last week, following applications by five local solicitors who claimed their clients had to wait inordinately long for the State to appeal to the Supreme Court on whether print-outs from

the intoxilyser should be in both the Irish and English languages.

The court heard that the High Curt upheld a challenge by a Romanian driver that he should have been given details of his breath test in Irish.

Judge Kevin Staunton said the State was now in

the process of appealing this matter to the Supreme Court and appeal papers were lodged on 1st December, last.

There was no guarantee when the appeal would be heard.

The Judge said he made his own enquiries regarding the appeal and no submis-

sions had been lodged by last week.

“In my view there has been considerable delay and the court must take into account that there is no element of fairness to let cases stand in abeyance so that the State can get their case on in the court of appeal”, he said.

All cases with a hearing date were dismissed and cases which did not have a hearing date were struck out.

The struck-out cases can be re-entered within a limited time frame.

Drivers facing charges in addition to drink driving had these cases adjourned.

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Address Letters to: The Editor, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Fax: 058 41559. e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie ALL letters MUST include your name, address and telephone number for authenticity purposes.

Dungarvan Community Hospital Faha, Ring, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

A Chara, Having read the account of the recent HIQA report on Dungarvan Community Hospital, both in the local newspapers and in the news media in general, I feel that it is important to place on record my personal experience as a relative of a patient who spent in excess of five years in St. Francis’ Unit of the Hospital and of my experience as Chairperson of the Residents Forum within the Hospital.

My late mother Mary Connolly was a patient in St. Francis’ Unit for up to five years prior to her death just one month short of her 100th birthday.

During that time I was a very regular visitor to the Hospital as indeed were members of my family.

I am entirely satisfied that my mother received the highest standard of professional care and attention during her time in the Hospital.

I found all staff to be professional, kind and considerate in their dealings both with my mother as a patient and myself and members of my family as visitors.

Staff ensured that a range of activities and entertainment was provided for patients as appropriate. In this regard it is important to note that the many of the patients are in the 80 to 100 year age group and some like peace and quietness and very often seek to be in bed at an early hour.

I was regularly consulted about the care plan for my mother and any suggestions I made were taken on board where feasible.

The atmosphere within the Unit was always welcoming and friendly. The dignity of patients was always respected.

My family all reside away from Dungarvan, some in the UK and USA, and on their visits to my mother always remarked on the level of care she received and the tenderness of staff in dealing with her which is not always easy when dealing with a patient suffering from Dementia.

St. Francis’ Unit was one of the Units that contained electronic keypad controls but this was only at the entrance to the Unit which contains five to six wards, a dining / sitting room and bathroom / toilet facilities and patients were free to move around the Unit.

I must say that I never saw these controls as any restriction on my mother as a patient or on myself as a visitor but rather as a safeguard for my mother and other patients who were suffering from Dementia and likely to wander off at any time. Imagine the outcry there would be if a patient wandered off due to lack of security not to say the trauma it would cause to family members.

During the past five years I have spoken to a significant number of both patients and their families and each of them have been high in their praise of the hospital and staff.

Over the past five years I have been Chairperson of the Resident / Patient Forum, a body which involves patients and their relatives in reviewing with management and staff, the quality of service provided for patients, taking on board any concerns raised by patients and planning for quality improvement in the Hospital and the services being delivered.

The Forum meets bi-monthly. The feedback from patients and their relatives has predominantly been one of satisfaction with the services provided and has always been highly complementary of staff.

We have never had, to my memory, a complaint about the keypad controls or indeed about patients being put to bed too early.

I fully accept the need for standards and for a body such as HIQA to set standards and see that the standards are implemented.

It is important, however, that HIQA takes a common sense and reasonable approach to the implementation of standards and have regard to the overall standard of the services provided and the limitations placed on management and staff arising from limited funding.

I am satisfied that Dungarvan Community Hospital is an excellent facility for the people of West Waterford and is staffed by professional and committed staff. We are extremely fortunate to have such a facility in Dungarvan.

Is mise, DONAL CONNOLLY.

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Attending the launch of Waterford City and County Council’s programme of events marking the Centenary of the 1916 Rising was Fiona Mc Hardy, CEO, Waterford Viking Triangle Trust with members of Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment Group.

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Council’s Centenary programme launched MAYOR of Waterford City and County, Cllr. John Cummins launched Waterford’s programme of events marking the centenary of the 1916 rising last week, at Central Library in Lady Lane, Waterford.

Attendees enjoyed speeches, live music, re-enactments, three exhibitions and refreshments.

The Mayor explained how “Waterford City and County Council took the lead in planning Waterford’s participation in the Ireland 2016 Programme”.

“It is one of 31 Local Authority Programmes which will engage with thousands of people all over Ireland,” he said.

He added: “Ireland 2016 first and foremost marks the centenary of the Easter Rising in 1916, a seminal moment on Ireland’s journey to independence. It is also a once-in-a-century invitation to people of all ages, in Ireland and overseas, to shape and actively engage in a diverse range of historical, cultural and artistic activities designed to facilitate reflection, commemoration, debate and analysis and an active re-imagining of our future.” He urged the people of Waterford to engage with and enjoy the programme.

Minister Paudie Coffey, representing the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government said the centenary programme for 1916 “is

Cllr. John Cummins, Mayor, Waterford City & County and Martin C. Murphy at the launch of Waterford City and County Council’s programme of events marking the Centenary of the 1916 Rising [John Power] important for Ireland and Waterford as it gives us an opportunity to reflect on all the founding fathers of the Irish State”.

Waterford’s programme contains events and initiatives ranging across all seven strands of the Ireland 2016 programme including: ceremonial events, historical reflection, an teanga bheo, youth and imagination, cultural expression, community participation and the global diaspora.

The programme is available to download at www.ireland.ie/partners.

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Third Sunday in Ordinary Time: Nehemiah 8:2-6, 8-10: Ezra read from the law of God and the people understood what was read. 1 Corinthians 12:12-30:You together are Christ’s body; but each of you is a different part of it. Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21: This text is being fulfilled today.

God’s Name is Mercy: This is the title of Pope Francis’ book which is based on 40 hours of interviews during 2015. Of course, it is a topic close to Pope Francis’ heart and in this book we get an insight into the Pope’s thinking on Mercy which led him to give us the Holy Year of Mercy, a beautiful gift to the whole church. The book is available in bookshops.

Thinking about Priesthood: An overnight vocations’ event will take place in St. Patrick’s College, Thurles on Friday and Saturday, February 5th and 6th, 2016, beginning on Friday, February 5th at 6.30 p.m. and concluding on Saturday, February 6th at 3.30 p.m. Young and not so young men who would like to know more about diocesan priesthood are encouraged to attend this event which is open to the dioceses of Munster. This is an opportunity to

meet others who are thinking of priesthood and also to meet some recently ordained priests. There are already two people interested in attending from the diocese of Waterford and Lismore. The event is free of charge. Contact Diocesan Office at 051874463 or 087-2465 509.

The Holy Door of Mercy: As you come through the Holy Door you are encouraged to pray: ‘As I enter, I pray that I may experience God’s mercy, and as I leave, I pray that I may bring that mercy with me to others.’ Leaflets on the Holy Year of Mercy are available in the church porches.

Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374.

Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136.

Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282.

St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 0877747870.

WATERFORD City & County Council in partnership with the ArtLinks partners in Carlow, Kilkenny and Wexford is pleased to announce that they are currently accepting applications for the ArtLinks Bursary Awards 2016.

ArtLinks is a partnership of the four Local Authority Arts Offices in Carlow, Kilkenny, Waterford and Wexford. It is supported by the Arts Council/An Chomhairle Ealaíon. ArtLinks provides professional development opportunities and supports for established and emerging artists who are resident in the four partner local authority areas in the South East region.

Artists must be a member of ArtLinks to avail of these supports. Membership is free and is open to both Professional and Emerging Artists who are resident within the four partner Local Authorities. If you are not already a member log on to www.artlinks.ie to register for membership today and the application forms and guidelines are available to download from this website also.

Bursaries are available in the following areas Emerging Artist Award (for those commencing a career in the arts sector) Professional Development Award (for professional artists) Collaborative Award (for collaborative projects between ArtLinks members) The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday, 12th February, 2016 at 12.00 noon.

Know Your Rights Refusal to Prosecute Question: A friend of mine was very seriously assaulted but has been told that the person who was arrested will not be prosecuted. Can she find out the reason for this?

Answer: Yes, she can. Since 16th November, 2015, if the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) decides not to prosecute, the victim can ask the DPP for a summary of the reasons for the decision not to prosecute. In a fatal case a family member of the victim can ask. If the decision not to prosecute was made by the Gardaí, you must ask the Gardaí for a summary of the reasons for the decision.

To request a summary of the reasons for the decision by the DPP not to prosecute you must send a Request for a Summary of Reasons form to the: Communications and Victims Liaison Unit, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, Infirmary Road, Dublin 7 The form is available on dppireland.ie or from your local Garda station.You must send your request for reasons within 28 days of the date you are told of the decision not to prosecute. In some cases the DPP might extend this time limit.

If you are not satisfied, you can request a review of a decision. The review will be carried out by a lawyer who was not involved in making the original decision.

If you have already requested a summary of the reasons for the decision, you must make your request for a review within 28 days of the date on the letter telling you of the reasons. If you have not asked for the reasons for the decision, you must make your request for a review within 56 days (8 weeks) of the date you are told of the decision not to prosecute. To request a review of the DPP’s decision, you should write to the Communications and Victims Liaison Unit.

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungarvan Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076550.

Address: Scanlons Yard, Dungarvan. Information is also available online at www.citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

FLAC (Free Legal Advice Clinic) available 1st Thursday of every month, by appointment only.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

Informing the Health Minister AS mentioned before in this column, the abortion debate is in full swing, with the pro-choice lobby targeting the repeal of the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution as the first step in introducing a liberal abortion regime to Ireland.

Not everyone who supports the abolition of the Eighth is seeking a liberal regime, and may not realise that if the bulwark of the Eighth is removed to cater for fatal foetal abnormality (FFA) and not replaced with some other stout constitutional provision, then the floodgates WILL open, never to be closed again.

Many people in this country would listen to a case being made about FFA, but may unwittingly be party to allowing a situation to develop which would be impossible to reverse.

This week, the Pro Life Campaign took the Minister for Health, Leo Varadkar to task about his stance on the controversy. In a statement they said that he ‘has yet again called for repeal

of the 8th Amendment to allow for abortion where babies have a terminal illness, even though he has never once agreed to meet with parent of babies who continued with the pregnancy in similar situations’.

The Pro Life Campaign Deputy Chairperson Cora Sherlock said that the Minister comments on abortion every other day but he has never taken the time to meet with families who have continued with their pregnancies when their babies were diagnosed with a life-limiting condition.

“It is extremely regrettable that the Minister sees fit to campaign so stridently on this issue,” she says, “without making sure he has heard both sides of the story.

It is shameful how one-sided Fine Gael have become on this issue.”

Being a doctor, perhaps we can rely on him not to court the extremes which the Pro-Choice lobby espouses and find a reasonable solution acceptable to the majority of people in this country.

A ‘dry’ Good Friday IS it time to do away with what many people regard as the outdated ban on the sale of alcohol on Good Friday?

That in itself is an inaccurate statement, for there are places around the country which trade in alcohol which do not have to close their doors on that day.

Private clubs, passengers on a train and even major sporting venues are free to sell alcohol, while the person who is used to a casual few drinks on a Friday night has to do without a visit to their local.

There was a time several decades ago when there was a third ‘Black Day’. St. Patrick’s Day was a ‘dry’ day along with Christmas Day and Good Friday. The ban was lifted from the National Saint’s Day, but the other two stood.

The main plank of the argument for allowing pubs to open on Good Friday is that tourists do not subscribe to the Good Friday ban and that the ban is not applied right across the board. There is sense in that

argument, but should we concede that element of our Christian heritage? It may be Ireland only, but we too are entitled to our ‘out of step’ moments.

Now, according to the Irish Examiner, vintners are asking the Government once again to open bars and hope to use the precedent for a rugby match in Limerick to cash in on the Republic of Ireland soccer international in Dublin on March 25th.

However, with an election looming there are only weeks left to amend laws to allow drink to be served on one of only two days in the year when pubs traditionally keep their doors closed. The Licensed Vintners Association (LVA) and the Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) said reversing the ban should be a no-brainer.

LVA chief executive Donall O’Keeffe said they had legal advice which suggested it would be a straightforward reform which would have to be passed by the Oireachtas.

“Every Good Friday, we have thousands of tourists wandering around the streets of our cities and towns asking why they can’t go into a pub for a drink,” he said.

“Those numbers will be boosted this year because of the Easter 2016 celebrations.We are also going to have up to 50,000 soccer fans in Dublin facing the same problem outside the stadium.”

While fans inside the Aviva stadium for the Good Friday match can have a drink, the pubs on the streets around the ground will be shut.

It does sound rather lopsided, but the traditionalists would mourn the passing of another Christian moment.

While St. Patrick’s Day is a time for celebration, Christians tend to view Good Friday in a different light.

One way or another, there is probably insufficient time to have legislation passed through the Oireachtas to make the necessary changes. So, it looks like it will be another Black Day and a dry Good Friday.

Butler takes centre-stage role at Fianna Fáíl Ard Fheis Waterford constituency declared “key battleground” THE Fianna Fáil National Director of Elections Billy Kelleher has declared the Waterford constituency as a “key battleground for the party.”

He was speaking after Dáil candidate Mary Butler spoke at the Party Conference and pressed the arguments for greater regional investment to create new job opportunities in Waterford and across the south-east.

Councillor Butler said: “People in Waterford are not seeing the same uplift on the ground that there is in other parts of the country.

Communities in Waterford are being left behind by a two-tier recovery that is concentrating growth unequally across Ireland. Waterford and the South-East region have the second highest unemployment rate in the country at 12.1%, over 3% higher than the national figure.

“Fianna Fáil has never given up on being ambitious for Waterford unlike Fine Gael. It has taken Fine Gael four years to launch the South-East regional action plan for jobs, timed cynically just months before a general election. Our county is just not a priority for job creation for Fine Gael or Labour with Waterford only seeing 6% of total IDA site promotion

Fianna Fáil General Election candidate and local Councillor, Mary Butler, pictured at the Fianna Fáil Ard Fheis last weekend.

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visits for the first nine months of 2015 while the greater Dublin area received over 46%.”

Councillor Butler spoke to delegates during the ses-

sion entitled ‘Creating an All Ireland Recovery’ which included addresses from Jobs and Enterprise spokesperson Dara Calleary, Finance spokesperson

Michael McGrath and Senator Mary White.

Councillor Butler was among a select group of election candidates who had their contribution to the national conference televised on RTÉ.

Fianna Fáil’s National Director of Elections Billy Kelleher said: "There are clear choices facing voters in the forthcoming election.

Mary Butler is extremely strong candidate in Waterford. She is committed to building up our public services in Waterford and in particular has done a lot of work in relation to services at University Hospital Waterford. As the party’s health spokesperson Mary has made it clear to me that services need to be protected and expanded to reduce waiting times for patients and improve working conditions for frontline workers. In particular Mary has been instrumental in ensuring the party is committed to expanding emergency cardiac care in Waterford to a full 24/7 service. I am confident with a lot of hard work over the next six weeks Mary, her director of elections John O’Leary and the full team in Waterford can deliver this important seat for the party in what is a real battleground constituency in this election.”

Fianna Fáil General Election candidate and local Councillor, Mary Butler, with her daughter Jane, at last weekend’s Fianna Fáil Ard Fheis.

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EXPERIENCED AND QUALIFIED TREE SURGEON – Available for all aspects of tree surgery. • Identification and removal of hazardous trees. • Tree reduction and pruning. • Hedge cutting and wood chipping. Contact your local professional Fergal Colbert (087) 7933481.

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SOCCER COACHING – Vinny Sullivan runs Just4Strikers Soccer Coaching School in Dungarvan every Sunday morning, 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m., for Boys and Girls aged between 6–14 years of age. For more information call Vinny on (087) 7501059.

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TIME TABLE FOR JANUARY 2016 – Starting Tuesday, 5th January, in The Park Hotel.

Tuesday: Pregnancy 7–8 p.m. Continuous Beginners 8–9 p.m.

Wednesday: Continuous Beginners & Intermediate 8–9 p.m.

Thursday in The Park Hotel: Gentle Morning 10–11 a.m.

Contact: Mary (087) 6977426 www.yogasuain.com (ind.)

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TARMACADAM & TAR & CHIPPINGS – Drainage and Kerbing. Michael Fennell, Stradbally, (086) 8342233 / (051) 293943. (ind.)

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NEW AND USED AIR COMPRESSORS – Single Phase / 3 Phase / 110volt / Petrol / Diesel. Full range of Dental Air Compressors.

Screw Air Compressors from 10hp to 250hp. 5 Year Warranty on all new Screw Compressors. 3 Year Warranty on all new Belt Driven Compressors. All Compressors 10 Bar suitable for all trades. Driers – Filters – Air Receivers and Bare Pumps. Spray Guns – Spray Pot Units – Lubricators – Regulators.

Nail/Stapling Guns – Automatic Air Receiver Drains. Full range of Air Tools – Sandblasting Units.

Full back-up service and spare parts.

AIRCO Compressed Air Service, Deelish, Dungarvan. Tel. (086) 8664555 / www.airco.ie (16-3)

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Applications welcome from home and abroad. Contact the Secretary, BEHAL, Ballymacarbry, via Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. Or phone (087) 9878201 for more information.

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THANKS TO ST. CLAIRE – For favours received.

L.M.C. NOVENA TO SACRED HEART – You have said, O Divine Jesus, ask and you shall receive, seek and you will find, knock and it shall be opened unto you.

Relying on these promises, I come with confidence, during this Novena, to beg of you, the favours that I need (here mention your request). From whom shall I ask Lord Jesus, if not from you, whose heart is an unfailing source of graces and merits. Most loving heart of my God, I believe, in your power, I believe in your knowledge, I believe in your personal love for me and therefore, O Sacred Heart, I place my trust in you. One Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be To The Father. Grateful thanks for favour must be published in thanksgiving.

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HARBOUR BRIDGE CLUB (14/1/2016) – 1st Margaret Foley & Angela Freyne; 2nd Maureen Ryan & Breda Cleary; 3rd June James & Nuala Condon; 4th Mai Mernin & Elayne Kirwan; 5th Margaret Clancy & Mary Navin.

KILMACTHOMAS BRIDGE CLUB (13/1/2016) – 1st Anne Marie Brown & Maeve Coghlan; 2nd Claire Cummins & Breeda Murphy; 3rd Anna Ryan & Mary Cummins; 4th Anna Harney & Elayne Kirwan; 5th Ann Murphy & Tess Cusack.

ABBEY BRIDGE CLUB (12/1/2016) – 1st Austin Fenton & Therese Dipple; 2nd Theresa Ryan & Pat Stack; 3rd Phil Barry & Margaret Curran; 4th Kay Shanley & Andrew McGrath.

DEISE BRIDGE CLUB (18/1/2016) – 1st Justin Spratt & Maureen Power; 2nd Pauline Dempsey & Joan Mansfield; 3rd Cait Christopher & Doreen Keane; 4th Aida O'Neill & Ina H. Considine.

AFFANE BRIDGE CLUB – 1st Maura Lannen & Andrew McGrath; 2nd Bernadette Fives & Maureen Morrissey; 3rd Mary Fletcher & Laboure Cliffe; 4th Monica O’Sullivan & Una Mason.

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Notice to Advertisers It is a condition of acceptance of advertisements orders that the proprietors do not guarantee the insertion of any particular advertisement on a special date or at all.

Although every effort will be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers; further they do not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccurracy in the printing of any advertisement. They reserve the right to refuse or alter any advertisement, no matter by whom or where accepted for publication; also to discontinue the publication of any advertisements previously published. Advertisements paid or otherwise are therefore accepted only subject to the above conditions. The advertiser undertakes to indemnify the proprietors against all liability for any civil action arising out of publication of the advertisement. (ind.)

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IN MEMORIAM

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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FITZGERALD (35th anniversary) – In loving memory of Martin Fitzgerald, late of Kilbrien, who died on 26th January, 1981.

Will those who think of Martin today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

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–Always remembered by Pat, Alice, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

ALLEN (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Peggy Allen (nee Mulcahy), late of Crushea, Ardmore, whose 1st Anniversary occurs on 24th January, 2016. R.I.P. A loving wife (of the late Mikey), Mother, grandmother and great grandmother too, Each one of us thought the world of you.

For us you always did your best, God grant you’re soul eternal rest, Quickly and quietly came the call, Without farewell you left us all.

A sudden call from God on high, You had no chance to say goodbye, Without farewell you fell asleep, But memories of you we’ll always keep.

We did not know that morning, What sorrow the day would bring, When a heart of gold stopped beating, And we couldn’t do a thing.

It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home.

We never fail to think of you, We never cease to care, We only wish we could go home, And find you waiting there.

A gentle breeze is blowing, On a quiet and peaceful grave, Where the one we love is resting, And can never be replaced.

May perpetual light shine upon her, May she rest in peace.

Amen.

Masses offered.

GOODE (18th and 28th anniversaries) – In loving memory of Declan and Kathleen Goode, late of 17 Church Street, Dungarvan, and their son Eoin, whose Anniversaries occur at this time.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 24th January, at 11.00 a.m., in St. Augustine’s Church, Dungarvan.

Loving parents and grandparents too, Each one thought the world of you, Just a prayer from the family who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our hearts you will live forever, God grant you Dad and Mam eternal rest.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanamacha.

–Always remembered by their loving family.

My life is so much different now, Than I thought it would be, All because God wanted you, Just as much as me.

The pain I tried to live with, The tears I rarely show, The emptiness without you Mam, No one will ever know.

Love you always.

–Lovingly remembered by her daughter Betty, son-inlaw David, grandchildren Gearóid and Clodagh, great grand-daughter Aimée and great grandsons Eoghan and Ryan.

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MORONEY (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of my mother Teresa Moroney, late of Coolnasmear, who died on 24th January, 2009.

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear.

–Always remembered by your daughter Rose; sonin-law Noel and grandchildren Hannah, Luke, Grace, Eve, Mark and John.

–Always remembered by your loving wife Alice; sons William and Michael; daughter-in-law Annette, and grandchildren Siobhan, Ashlinn and Mairead.

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DOOCEY (16th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother Eileen Doocey, late of Allen Street, Cappoquin, who died on 20th January, 2000. R.I.P.

MOLONEY (15th anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear husband Patrick Moloney, late of Hertfordshire and Ballyphilip, Knockanore, who died on 21st January, 2001.

R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 24th January, in The Sacred Heart Church, Knockanore, at 11.15 a.m.

LAWLOR (10th anniversary) – Pray for the soul of Patrick Lawlor, late of 8 Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas, who died on 26th January, 2006.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in All Saints Church, Newtown, Kilmacthomas, at 11.30 a.m. on Sunday, 24th January, 2016.

Like falling leaves, The years roll by, But memories of you, Will never die.

Sunshine passes, Shadows fall, But memories of you, Outlast them all.

–Sadly missed by all the family.

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No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you.

Will those who think of Teresa today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

WHELAN (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear sister Peggie Whelan, late of Ashtown, and The Spring, Dungarvan, who died on 23rd January, 2003. R.I.P. You always had a smile to share, A thought, a joke, a time to care, A wonderful nature, warm and true, These are the memories we have of you.

–Sadly missed by your loving sisters.

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O’DONOGHUE, Billy – Birthday remembrance for our wonderful father Billy, late of O’Donoghue Terrace, Shanbally, Cappoquin, whose 90th birthday occurs on 20th January, 2016.

Birthday wishes are sent to Heaven from your loving family here below.

We love and miss you dearly and we wanted you to know, Your birthday is not forgotten and your memory lives on.

We celebrate the life you had even though you’re gone.

If we were given just one wish, one that would come true, We’d wish you back beside us to spend this special day with you.

We will always love and miss you and will often shed a tear.

Especially on this special day to celebrate your 90th year.

–Lovingly remembered and dearly missed by your daughters and sons – Mary, Nora, Rena, James and Noel; sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, 16 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, on Saturday, 23rd January, at 7.30 p.m.

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† VERY REV. FR. PATRICK CANON QUEALY Coolagh, Abbeyside, and O’Connell Street, Dungarvan Acknowledgement and First Anniversary The nieces, nephews and extended family of the late Very Rev. Fr. Patrick Canon Quealy (Fr. Paddy), wish to express our sincere gratitude to all who sympathised with us on Paddy’s passing. The many letters, phone calls, Mass and sympathy cards and the support of relatives and friends and all who attended the Rosary, wake and funeral obsequies and especially those who travelled long distances to share in our grief, was greatly appreciated.

A special thanks to Paddy’s nephew John and family for welcoming Paddy home to repose at Coolagh in Abbeyside. To the management and staff at CareChoice Nursing Home, Dungarvan, who cared for and became friends with Paddy over the last five years of his life. Sincere thanks also to the many Priests who attended his funeral obsequies and especially to Very Rev. Fr. Brendan Canon Crowley, P.P., V.F., and Very Rev. Fr. William Canon Ryan, P.P., who officiated at all of the funeral arrangements. To the very many local and visiting Clergy including Most Reverend William Lee, D.C.L., D.D. (Bishop Emeritus), and Parishioners from the various Parishes across the Dioceses who attended the Funeral Mass and burial. To David Kiely, Funeral Directors, for their professionalism and kindness in handling all the arrangements.

As it is impossible to mention everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Mass for Fr. Paddy’s First Anniversary (26th January) will take place on Saturday, 23rd January, D.V., at Holy Family Church, Ardfinnan, at 6.15 p.m., all are welcome to attend.

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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ACT 2000 (AS AMENDED)- PART XI PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS 2001(AS AMENDED)- PART VIII NOTICE OF PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT BY A LOCAL AUTHORITY Proposed Construction of a Temporary Building and Ancillary Works within the grounds of Tramore House, Tramore, Co. Waterford. (property is listed within Waterford County Development Plan 2011-2017, Record of Protected Structures, RPS 346) In accordance with Part 8, Article 81 of the above Regulations, Waterford City & County Council hereby gives notice of proposals pertaining to the above works.

The proposed works include the construction of a single storey, timber clad building and ancillary works within the grounds of Tramore House, Tramore, Co. Waterford. The building will support the development of the Lafcadio Hearn Memorial Gardens, accommodating a ticket/promotion area, office and public toilet.

Plans and particulars of the proposed development are available for inspection or purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the following location: • Waterford City & County Council, Planning Office, First Floor, The Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, between the hours of 9:30a.m. to 1:00p.m. and 2.00p.m. to 4.00p.m., Monday to Friday, from Tuesday, 19th of January 2016 until Tuesday, 1st of March 2016 inclusive (excluding Bank and Public Holidays).

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and development of the area, may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Economic Development, 32 The Mall, Waterford to be received on or before 4:00p.m. on Tuesday, 15th of March, 2016 and should be clearly marked Proposed Temporary Building & Ancillary Works at Tramore House, Tramore, Co. Waterford.

Dated this 11th Day of January, 2016.

Lar Power, Director of Services, Economic Development, Waterford City & County Council.

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BY LOCAL AUTHORITY In accordance with Article 81 of Part 8 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended), notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council proposes to carry out the following development: Construction of 12 No Dwelling Houses and associated site development works at the Coolfin Woods Estate, situated in the Townland of Coolfin, Portlaw, Co. Waterford.

In accordance with S.I. 476, 2011, Section 250, Planning and Development (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations, 2011, the Council has carried out an appropriate assessment screening and has determined that an Appropriate Assessment is not required.

Plans and particulars, including the appropriate assessment screening, of the proposed development will be available for inspection, and purchase at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, during normal office hours {Monday to Friday (exc. public holidays)} at the Customer Care Department, Waterford City and County Council, Civic Offices, Dungarvan, Co Waterford or at the Customer Care Department, Waterford City and County Council, Civic Offices, Baileys New Street, Waterford City, during the period from Wednesday 20th of January 2016 to Wednesday 2nd of March 2016, both dates inclusive.

Submissions or observations with respect to the proposed development, dealing with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the proposed development would be situated, may be made in writing, to The Director of Services, Housing, Community and Culture. Waterford City & County Council, Baileys New Street, Waterford City, or by emailing part8housingsubs@waterfordcouncil.ie before 4 p.m. on Wednesday 2nd of March 2016.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Participants in the Dungarvan Lions Club Christmas Day Swim 2015 at Clonea Beach.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Large group who took part in the Dungarvan Lions Club Christmas Day Swim 2015 at Clonea Beach.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 were Sean, Barry and Ben Keane.

[John Power]

Large group who took part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 in Kilmurrin Cove.

Taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 were Orla Brady, Sean and Ben Keane.

[John Power]

[John Power]

Taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 were Swim Committee members enjoying a hot drink after a very successful 2015 swim.

Pictured at Kilmurrin Cove for the Michael Power Memorial Swim 2015 were The Stewart and Vandervalk family.

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Anxious or Depressed?

COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan. Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street.

Date: Every Tuesday at 8.00 p.m. Helpline: 1890 303 302. You are not alone! (ind.)

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper Card Results 1st Mary & Aaron Pratt; 2nd Mary Fitzgerald and Joan Hannon.

Lucky Tables: Tom & Margaret Ryan, Stephen Cunningham & Nellie Devine, Bob & Mary Allen, Larry Byrnes & Denny Tobin.

Raffle: Ned Geary x 2, Dinny Tobin, Eddie Byrnes x 2, Nellie Devine, John Conway, Mary Allen, Sean Higgins x 2 and Hugh Geary.

Fianna Fail Grange Cumann AGM THE Fianna Fail Grange Cumann will hold its AGM at Kiely’s Cross Bar on Friday, 22nd January, 2016 at 8.30 p.m. sharp and all current members and friends of FF are invited to attend.

We are delighted to have Cllr. Mary Butler on hand to chair the meeting and also to meet the people of the locality as she is our candidate in the upcoming General Election. Cllr. John O’Leary, Director of Elections, Cllr.

James Tobin and our own Cllr. Tom Cronin will also be present.

Cllr. Butler will gladly help with any issues that you may need addressed. Light refreshments shall be served after AGM. Come along and show your support.

WCTU to host 1916 Centenary weekend event THE Waterford Council of Trade Unions will put on a weekend of discussion and debate around the 1916 rising which will examine the events of Easter Week and the revolutionary decade, from a labour and trade union movement perspective, as part of the Centenary Commemorations in Waterford, sponsored by the City and County Council. The event is over the May Day weekend from Friday, 29th April to Sunday, 1st May. The programme will involve leading authors, academics, labour social historians and activists, in a series of talks and lecturers.These will include, ‘Women and 1916’ ‘The North and 1916’, ‘The role of workers in 1916 and the revolutionary decade’, ‘Connolly and Larkin as well as ‘Art and Revolution’.The speakers will include Dr. Brian Kelly QUB, Dr. Emmett O'Connor, Magee University and Conor Kostic, TCD.

Cumman Star & Oidhreacht Gaeltacht na nDéise IN conjunction with Waterford County Museum, Cumman Stair & Oidhreacht Gaeltacht na nDéise will hold an exhibition on 1916 showcasing information and memorabilia of the time and the history of Waterford on Saturday, 6th February in Halla Colmáin, An Sean Phobail from 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. and on Sunday 7th from 10.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. A speaker from Waterford County Museum will be in attendance on Saturday night to give a talk on the Waterford connection with the 1916 Rising. For further information, please contact Martin Coffey on 087-266402, if anyone has any memorabilia that they would like to display, please let us know.

Conna Dramatic Society CONNA Dramatic Society present a Hilarious Comedy “Run for your wife” on Friday, 5th February, Saturday and Sunday 13th and 14th February; Friday, Saturday and Sunday 19th, 20th and 21st February.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Launch of first Poetry Collection for Affane Piper DAVE O’Sullivan from Affane is probably better known in the local trad music scene than in literary circles. However, with the musician’s ear for the ebb and flow of a tune, an innate appreciation of rhythm and beat, and a reflective affinity for nature, it is no surprise that Dave also has a huge appreciation of poetry.

I first met Dave O’Sullivan through music.

A man with a humble spirit and a huge heart, he offered us friendship, encouragement and a share of his vast knowledge of tunes. Then, he seemed steeped in the lore of traditional music and song. His low whistle and pipes were his constant companions. As we got to know him better, we could see Dave’s affinity with nature; his enjoyment of the simple but important things like family; his guardianship of the birds in his Affane garden; his love of words and his appreciation of lan-

guage.

“I read all the time as a child” he told me,“and have always loved words and language.”

Seven years ago, whilst recovering from a serious illness, Dave finally started to write the poetry that had filled his mind for so long.

He remained shy about his efforts however, and it was only after friends read some of his poems aloud at music gatherings (where they were very well received), that Dave was finally persuaded to publish “River of Thought”, - a collection of 26 of his poems.

These poems – multilayered, humorous and honest, rejoice in the use of clever wordplay, tripping rhymes and evocative imagery. With titles like “Paddy the Whistler” “The Music Session” and “A Piper in Time” Dave’s comfortable familiarity with the trad music scene is shared with the reader, while “The

Dave O’Sullivan working on his poems at home in Affane. Dave's first collection of poetry will be launched in Cappoquin Community Centre at the end of the month.

Dispute” easily merits a primary place in any Seanchai’s repertoire.

Two particularly beautifully descriptive pieces “The Gannet” and “Raptors” celebrate Dave’s appreciative and detailed eye for nature– but all of

these are a mere sample of the little gems found in this first collection of his poems.

The full collection, “River of Thought” is on sale (€7) in Mary Murray’s in Cappoquin and also from Off The Top Barber shop in Lismore.

Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Last week's lotto draw was held in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena. The winning numbers drawn were 4, 7 and 8. There was no winner of the €1,200 jackpot.

The 5 x €20 winners were Ronan Gleeson, Kay & Ray, Maurice Condon,Tom Foley, Ned & Mary Ryan.

The promoter’s prize of €20 was won by Dunne's Bar. The next lotto draw will be held in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult on Sunday night, 24th January, 2016.

Next week’s lotto jackpot will be €1,300. Tickets are €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets, committee members and designated promoters.

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Best wishes to Mossie Cliffe,Touraneena, who celebrates his birthday this week. We wish Mossie, Teresa and family all the best for the coming year.

SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the Power family on the unexpected passing of John Power, Bleantis, Ballinamult. John was predeceased by his brother David. We extend our sincere sympathies to his brothers Jim and Liam, his sister Mary (Hickey), nephews, nieces, grand-

nephews, grandnieces, sisters in law, brother in law, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Removal was to St. Mary's Church, Touraneena, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace.

SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Brother Declan Murphy, O.C.S.O., Mount Mellerary Abbey, Cappoquin, who passed away peacefully on 16th January. Brother Declan was son of the late William and Catherine Murphy, Ballyhooly Road, Cork and had spent many years in the Abbey at Mount Mellerary where he was an integral part of the community.

Deeply regretted by his sisters in law, Attracta and Anne, (Dublin); nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, relatives, friends and his monastic community. Concelebrated Mass was in Mount Mellerary Abbey Church, followed by burial in the community cemetery. May he rest in peace.

FR. NICHOLAS SHEEHY There will be a special pilgrimage to Spain this year from 11th to 15th April to celebrate the 250th

anniversary of Fr. Nicholas Sheehy's death, 1728-1766.

The tour will start at Dublin airport with a flight to Madrid with the first 2 nights staying in the Irish college in Salamanca where Fr. Sheehy studied for priesthood.

The tour will take in Salamanca, Avila, Segovia and Madrid.The tours spiritual director is Fr. Pat Butler, P.P. Fr. Sheehy's birthplace is the subject of debate but it is believed that he was born in Fethard. He grew up in a house near Newcastle and following his training in Salamanca, Spain and before becoming a Parish priest, he was for a time the curate in Newcastle.

Fr. Sheehy as a Roman Catholic priest was appalled at the conditions for the Irish Catholics with approximately 400,000 Irish dying during the First Irish Famine in 1740-1741, when both the grain and the potato crops failed. Fr. Sheehy spoke out against the Penal Laws, the eviction of poor tenants by the Anglo-Irish landlords, the elimination of common land by enclosure and the compulsory tithes to the Protestant Church of Ireland.

As a result he made many

enemies with the local protestant leaders around Clonmel.

After a series of failed trials including conspiracy against the state and high treason, on his third trial which was for accessory to murder, Fr. Sheehy was sentenced to be hung, drawn and quartered. It is alleged and believed by many, that no crime was ever committed as the murder victim (John Bridge) was alleged to be in Cork after the date of the 'crime' and is thought to have emigrated to Newfoundland afterwards.

On 15th March, 1766, on a scaffold opposite the St.Peter and Paul's Catholic Church in Clonmel, Father Sheehy was hanged. There is a plaque to commemorate his death. His head was severed and and stuck on a spike over the porch in Clonmel jail and left there for nearly 20 years.

His sister Catherine was eventually allowed to bury his head with the rest of his body beside the ruins of the old church at Shanrahan, Clogheen.

In the late 19th and early 20th century efforts to have Fr Sheehy canonised, failed.

If you are interested in going on the pilgrimage, please contact 01-8788159 or email info@marian.ie

“River of Thought” will be launched by Kevin McCarthy, Historian and Educational Author, in Cappoquin Community Centre on Saturday, 30th January at 8.00 p.m. (after 7.30 p.m. Mass). All are welcome.

Temple Street Children’s Hospital thanks Waterford COUNTY Waterford really embraced the party spirit over Hallowe’en by holding 31 Trick or Treat parties, and together they raised an amazing €6,118 for Temple Street Children’s Hospital.

2015 was the most successful year ever for the annual Trick or Treat for Temple Street fundraiser, proudly supported by MiWadi, which sees spooktacular Hallowe’en parties held the length and breadth of Ireland to raise vital funds for the children’s hospital.

A massive 2,300 people signed up around the country to host Hallowe’en parties and over €300,000 has been raised so far, with more donations coming in every day!

The funds raised from ‘Trick or Treat for Temple Street’ will help construct a new Neurology and Renal Outpatients Unit. These units are lifelines for more than 6,000 sick children every year and are in desperate need of a new and improved home. The new Outpatients Unit will enable our doctors and nurses to care for critically ill children in an appropriate environment.

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Kill MICHAEL POWER MEMORIAL SWIM Just a quick reminder that our presentation of proceeds to the Irish Red Cross Portlaw Ambulance Fund will take place on Saturday, 30th January in Dunphy’s Pub – please make sure to return your sponsor card to any committee member by the end of this week to ensure its inclusion in the presentation. Thank you.

KILBEG CREAMERY MEMORIES Martin Kennedy’s Kilbeg Creamery Memories have proven to be a hit for stocking fillers and as part of local libraries – now in re-print, all stockists have received a top up recently. So the publication is now again available at the following outlets: Happy Days Shop, Kill; Country Life, Kilmeaden; Post Office, Kilmacthomas; Cahill’s, Tramore and Readers’ Choice in Dungarvan. We were overwhelmed with the reception received by the local community and delighted with the positive feedback.

Thank you.

NEWS FROM KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE BINGO! Join us again for an evening of Bingo with great prizes to be won this Thursday with eyes down at 8.00 p.m. sharp (doors open at 7.30 p.m.).

Raffle prizes, free refreshments during the break, a tuck shop and a steadily growing jackpot guarantee a good night’s entertainment with a good chance of winning!

By popular demand, computer classes are back: tailored to each student’s individual needs, from the very beginner to intermediate students, classes are due to re-commence soon. A registration evening will take place on Wednesday, 20th January from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. for two courses on offer: The 6 week computer course covering a wide range of

Taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 were Sheila Walsh and Pat Mulcahy.

[John Power] subjects at €100 per person for those who wish to parfrom Wednesday, 27th ticipate. Even if you are not January 6.30 p.m. to 8.30 into soccer, please come p.m. or a specific, two night along. Thanks to all who Microsoft Excel attended last week and well Spreadsheet course on done on your great ideas!

Thursday 28th and 4th Contribution is €2 per perFebruary 6.30 p.m. to 8.30 son. See you all on p.m. which will be particu- Wednesday! larly useful to honorary HOW'S THAT SPRING treasurers of community CLEANING GOING? groups and clubs or small Please don't forget to businesses. More informa- keep your reusable clothes, tion is available from tutor rags, bed linen, towels, curPatrick Wall directly on tains, shoes, bags, belts, 085-1256896 or just attend mobile phones and soft toys the registration evening (phew!) to Kill National without obligation.

School on Friday, 5th All our weekly, regular February before 10 a.m. and activities and services are leave inside the school door. now back, so whether it’s Last October you helped Yoga, Kangoo, guitar les- us save 1050kg - that's just sons, Social Dancing, Stage over ONE TON - of texPerformance Classes, a place tiles from landfill. All the for your child in the clothes are sent to the Afterschool Club for an “Friends of Calcutta” charafternoon or two or a pam- ity who send anything that pering beauty session that can be reused to their projtickles your fancy. Please ects in India whilst rags are keep an eye on our face- turned into insulation and book page or sign up for sound proofing. the weekly text updates by The Parents Association contacting 087-4133522 or raised a whopping €420 email to from your last “clear-out” killccentre@gmail.com. a great way for the school to fundraise and you don’t ATTENTION have to buy a thing!

TEENAGERS Text everybody in your Following the open night last week, it was decided contact list and ask your that Kill Community friends and neighbours too!

Centre provide a hangout Any problem with holding space on Wednesdays 6.30 bags until then, please conp.m. to 7.30 p.m.This week, tact Grace Colbert at 086a soccer match is planned 3289212. Start that clear

Pictured at Kilmurrin for the Michael Pwer Memorial Swim 2015 was Ber O'Sullivan.

[John Power]

out NOW. WALKING GROUP Our walking group is going from strength to strength – literally! Join us on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9.30 a.m. at Kill Community Centre for a walk. The scenic route is approximately 3km and caters for all levels of fitness.

Finish off your morning at the Community Cafe with a cuppa and a treat or a healthy option.

You can get your pulse checked to keep an eye on your progress if you wish.

KILL ACTION AND ALERT GROUP A big thank you to all who attended the first meeting of 2016. The text alert system seems to be received positively throughout with awareness and alertness certainly increasing.The action group is also making steady progress with the public realms programme having been reviewed and responded to by the Waterford Council’s Engineering Department.

The Tidy Towns initiative will take up activities over the next weeks. Please keep an eye on Kill Community Centre’s facebook page for updates or sign up for the weekly text updates by contacting 087-4133522.

Waterford Council are holding Community Engagement Meetings around the county over the coming weeks.

We are delighted to host one of these public engagement meetings in Kill Community Centre on Monday, 25th January at 7.00 p.m. All are most welcome to this event where communities will receive advice and updates on resources available and plans in store for the year.

FINAL CALL TO ALL LOCAL ORGANISATIONS AND CLUBS A directory of local organisations/clubs/activities and services is being compiled on behalf of Kill Action Group and if you would like your group or know of a service that would like to be included please contact Grace Colbert at 086-3289212 or at: gracecolbert@hotmail.com There is no charge to be included.

So far we have everything from Archery to Zumba; Active Retirement to Yoga but if you think we may have missed out on you, please get in touch.

Anybody providing services e.g. electrician, gardening, plumbing, whatever, is most welcome to be included too, but hurry as we go to print soon.

Taking part in the Michael Power Memorial Christmas Day Swim 2015 were Michael, Tracey and Eoghan Casey.

[John Power]

Bonmahon BIRTHDAY WISHES A big happy birthday to Harry Whelan who celebrated his birthday with his family and friends last week. Have a happy, happy year ahead Harry!

BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY LOTTO Last week’s draw resulted in two Match 3 winners.

Congratulations to Nicky Hayes and Sean Mulcahy

who both win €50. This week, w play for a jackpot of €5,000. Be in it to win it!

COMMUNITY TEXT ALERT Please note, anyone in the Bonmahon area who wishes to receive the text alerts of the Kill Alert Group, please note these alerts are not limited to any borders - contact us on 087-4133522 to sign up or for more information.

Portlaw IRISH RED CROSS PORTLAW A big thank you to all who have been taking part in the Operation Transportation in the past few weeks.

Your donations are very much appreciated. Even more importantly, the atmosphere of so many in the community coming together for a walk or a run, is second to none! Well done to all who are taking part, and a huge thank you to the Portlaw Task Force for the tremendous support and advice.

Please note the date for our AGM which is this Friday, 22nd January at 7.30 p.m. in Clodiagh House. All are most welcome to hear our annual activity and finance reports and, of course, to ask any questions that you may have. Thank you to our current branch committee for all their hard work throughout the year.

There is a lot of work involved behind the scenes to keep operations running smooth, but while it is not always seen, it certainly is appreciated. Thank you.

Improved communication has already proven invaluable with very positive results.

IT’S YOUR COLUMN If you have news, community events to be promoted, pictures – anything you would like to see in this column, please send to mareikerembold@eircom.n et or contact 087-4133522 for inclusion. It’s your column!

My God My God! To you I hardly ever pray, Nor my eyes to grand high altars do I raise, Yet! You are by my side throughout the day, To guide me through life’s convoluted maze.

You are not the God of whom I have been told, That I must from your anger cringe in fear, No! You’re the kind companion whose hand I hold, When on my skyline darker clouds appear.

When I struggle in the darkness you will hear, From the wilderness a small voice call your name, ‘Tis not that I forget that you are near, But ‘tis you that holds the torch and fans the flame.

They said your judgement could be cruel and cold, That you would punish my misdeeds eternally, The God I know is cast in a kinder mould, Though scant prayers I speak; still you love me constantly.

You do not criticise me for my faults, You forgive my sins; the blatant and unknown, And when I’ve weathered all of life’s assaults, You will take my hand and bring me safely home.

JOHN DALY

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Stradbally BAPTISM Emily Rose Halpin, daughter of John and Madeline Halpin, Halpins Cross, Durrow, Stradbally was baptised at Holycross Church, Stradbally on Sunday, 17th January, 2016.

The godparents were Ciara Halpin and Laura Keane. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated.

SYMPATHY Deepest sympathy is extended to Eileen Heffernan, husband Paul and family, Seskin, Stradbally on the death of her sister Bridie McEiver which took place recently in Derry, Northern Ireland.

GAA SOCIAL A reminder that the social event of the year ‘The Stradbally GAA Social’ will take place on Saturday, 30th January, 2016 at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Music by John O’Shea, tickets at €25 each are available from any member of the committee.

It will be an exciting event where 40 players will receive their county football medals.

A huge turnout is expected.

OPERATION TRANSFORMATION Operation Transformation was launched for 2016 in Stradbally on Saturday, 10th January with over 100 participants registering. The second weigh-in takes place on Monday night, the 18th January at 6.30 p.m. The week’s walk takes place on Monday and Wednesday nights at 7.30 p.m. Pilates with MK Fitness takes place on Wednesday mornings at 9.30 a.m. in the GAA Clubhouse and Circuit Training at Sallyfort Farm on Friday nights. There will be two classes of light intensity 6.30 p.m. - 7.30 p.m. and lighter intensity 7.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. This year Helen Byrne of Help2Health Nutrition has come on board and will be available on Monday nights to give advice. The group will be focusing this year on the social side of the event.

It is important that everyone is included and nobody left out. This is for everyone in the community, family, friends, neighbours. Just come along and get involved.

TIDY TOWNS NEWS Stradbally Tidy Towns Committee is currently working with Waterford City and County Council in

focusing on the means of reducing waste generation. A Directory is being compiled for the county and will be available in libraries and public buildings and on Waterford City and County Council website. It will include businesses that repair items such as electrical goods, bicycles, computers, phones, furniture, clocks, alteration of clothes, shoe repairs and musical instruments.We would ask anyone that is providing such a service and is interested in being included in the directory please contact any of the officers of Stradbally Tidy Towns wit details of the service you provide and your contact details or phone 051 293 197.

LOCAL SOCCER NEWS There was no jackpot winner of the Lotto Draw at the Bally Inn. The numbers drawn were 6, 17, 19, 22.

The €25 prize went to Jack Navin, Minnie Leahy and Peggy Carey. The promoters prizewinner was Cunningham’s XL Store.

The next draw will take place at O’Mahony’s, Durrow. The jackpot prize on offer will be €3,700.

Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto.

Academy and Little Dribblers continues each Saturday morning at 10.30 a.m. All children welcome.

For further details contact Kerry-Ann or Aine. Last weekend games fell victim to the weather and ground conditions. Check with team managers for notice of forthcoming fixtures.

WHIST Stradbally Whist is to start again at The Barron Hall on Friday, 12th February. Play starts at 8.00 p.m. €5 for the evening, includes tea and cake! There are 11 prizes to be won from the overall winner to the player with the least number of points, so everyone is in with a chance. Also we have a raffle - €1 a ticket. Every following fortnight.

The Hall is lovely and warm, comfortable and has good parking outside.

Everyone is welcome, whether you can play or not.

This is a social evening. Folks come from far and wide and we want to expand our membership and would love to see youngsters

take up the game, they are the ones who will take the Club into the future.

Call in and see what we are about - there are members who will soon teach you this easy game.

Lets shake off this awful weather and meet up with friends.

Notices will be in The Cove Bar - courtesy of Richard.

BARRON HALL The late Dick McKeon, who passed away recently was until his death the oldest surviving past pupil of the “Old Boys School” now the Barron Hall. Dick who was born August 1918, would have started his formal education in the Convent School with the “Mercy Sisters” after his first Holy Communion would have gone down to the Boys School where his name is entered in the 1926 Roll Book..

For those of us who attended the Old Boys School we can remember going into McKeon's shop (across the road from school) chewing gum or sweets for one penny, that shop supplied Bread, tobacco, papers and much more. Paraffin oil for lamps before electricity arrived. Tea for the teachers was also delivered from the McKeon home.

Memory also recalls Dick milking cows by hand, red shorthorns, (and that was before the day job) churns of milk collected by John Foley delivered to local creamery in Durrow. The Barron School closed in 1966, the “McKeon” shop closed it doors in 1970. The Barron Hall committee sympathies with the McKeon family on the death of Dick McKeon. Ar dheis Dé ar a ainm.

ENROLMENT CLASSES Enrollment for Meditation Class and Tai Chi Class on Tuesday, 26th January, 2016.

“Meditation” starts on Monday, 1st February 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. 5 weeks €50. Contact Marie 0872589117.

Tai Chi starts Tuesday, 2nd February 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m., 8 weeks €80. Contact Josephine 051-293219. Any Barron Hall queries please contact Nicola 0877160700.

Dungarvan Mens Shed THE week ended in the Shed with a lot going on, and even more planned! Lots of projects in the pipeline, with the lads coming up with ideas and doing some “research and development” on them! Any ideas for a project? Don't be shy about contacting or coming up to the Shed and who knows, maybe your idea is the one that takes off.

Jim Egan was busy in the wood work shop, giving classes on basic wood work and the proper way to sharpen tools. Good man Jim! On the gardening front, Emile put on a few layers to protect himself from the cold and tackled the flower beds. Well done Emile, a man who is not afraid to take on any job!

Pádraigín Ní Chadhla (Winner of Green Room Best Female Performance), Margaret Dennehy and Louise Bradley in "A Crucial Week in the Life of a Grocer's Assistant"(Nominated in Green Room Awards for Outstanding Performance of the Year).

WHAT a great start to the year…. Some nice mentions, nominations and awards from Pat McEvoy in his review of 2015 and Green Room Awards in the News and Star last week.

Nominations for Outstanding Performance of the Year and Best Play, for “A Crucial Week in the Life of a Grocer’s Assistant”, Best Theatre Company for Dungarvan Dramatic Club, Best Director for Ruaidhri de Paor, Best Supporting Actor for Con O’Sullivan, Best Female Comic Performance for Caroline O’Connor. Also awards for Best Male Performance for Liam Ryan and Best Female Performance for Padraigín Ní Chadhla.

Congratulations to one and all.Well deserved praise and recognition for all our hard working and dedicated club members.

At the moment Dungarvan Dramatic Club is hard at work on its next production of 2 One Acts –

“The Last Bread Pudding”, written by Nick Warburton and “Last Tango in Little Grimley”, written by David Tristram, to be performed in The Town Hall Theatre on February 11th – 13th.

Nick Warburton, was a primary school teacher for ten years before deciding to become a full-time writer He writes plays for stage and radio and scripts for television series, including Doctors, East Enders and Holby City. Indeed, he has been part of the regular writing team on Holby City since 2001. Warburton also facilitated at a Winter School hosted by the Drama League of Ireland in Coole House, Gort on the Stanislavsky method of acting, which some of our Club members attended.

David Tristram is an English comic playwright who has published three plays, two films and a comedy novel. Widely performed by amateur and professional groups, his plays

Ballymacarbry YOGA Yoga begins Monday, 18th January 6.30 p.m. - 7.30 p.m. in Ballymacarbry Community Centre for a 6 week block.

To book a place or for more information, please contact Dorothy on 087-9235494.

FULL CONTACT MEDIEVAL TRAINING Medieval Armoured Combat Ireland will be having its first full scale training event in Co.Waterford. This is a great opportunity for both experienced fighters and beginners to come along and get put through a serious workout and really get out of that January slump! Training will involve balance and footwork, attack and defence with weapon and shield, High Intensity Interval Training, sparring with padded training weapons and helmets, grappling and team combat. For experienced fighters there will also be fully armoured sparring with steel weapons. There is a €10 fee to take part in the training. All levels of experience welcome and this is open to anyone who would like to attend.

Bring suitable training clothes, water and light food.

Liam Ryan (Winner of Green Room Best Male Performance) and Con O'Sullivan (Nominated in Green Room Awards for Best Suppoting Actor Award). have parodied such popculture genres as soap operas and detective stories.

Tristram’s plays take a farcical view of sex, alcohol, drugs, crime and theatre itself. He claims that he only writes comedy because he can’t take himself too seriously!

Siobhán and Pat are busy putting the casts of “Bread

Pudding” and “Last Tango” through their paces.

Hilarious laughter can be heard from both casts during rehearsal, a sure sign of the very witty and uproarious comedies coming your way in February, to brighten up your winter evenings. Watch out for details of tickets when they go on sale.

Kilrossanty MARRIAGE Congratulations to Ciara Crotty, Kilrossanty and David Pratt, Limerick who were married recently.

Many years of wedded bliss to ye both for the future together.

BINGO Don’t forget the bingo this Friday night in Crottys Inn starting at 8.30 p.m. sharp. Prize money €1,200.

Tea and biscuits served at the interval. Proceeds will go to Kilrossanty Fews Church funds. Extra spot prizes on the night. Please support.

I.C.A. The guild will have their annual dinner in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, on 5th February at 7.30 p.m.

Names to Molly Casey or Kay Veale as soon as possible. Non members very welcome.

NEWS ITEMS All news items and notes are to be forwarded to the following email address: news@dungarvanobserver.ie

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Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien KILGOBINET'S ELECTRIC AGE Is there any instrument more versatile than the electronic keyboard? Press a button and it sounds like a piano, poke another and it's an organ, or a harp, even a drum. Keyboards aren't finicky about tuning.

They're portable. And they don't cost much, at least not in comparison to the old pedal organs that they displaced in churches throughout Ireland.

Right when the last Parish Harmonium player hung up her sheet music, electronics inherited the earth. KCK Parish was not immune to this epochal shift and an early electronic keyboard was purchased for use by the Parish choirs.

But, as it turned out, only the choir at Kilgobinet maintained practice sessions and came together regularly.

So, it was mostly at Kilgobinet that a new generation of musical accompanists shared their talents with everyone who attended Mass.

OLIVE GAUGHAN Olive Gaughan née Walsh was just a secondary school student when she started playing the Parish keyboard at Kilgobinet Church. Olive took piano lessons from Mrs. Breda Harney in Abbeyside starting at the age of nine.

Olive's teacher eventually attracted so many students that she couldn't handle them all and she asked Olive to look after the youngsters in her own area.

By that stage, Olive had tested out at piano Grade Eight out of eight. Olive's family had an upright piano in the parlour and it was here that she gave her lessons. This same instrument followed the piano player

and now sits proudly in Olive's Dublin home.

One of Olive's pupils was Maria White, the same Maria White Condon who now teaches piano to dozens of local students.

Olive recalls that Maria was "very musical." The baton passes.

MARIA CONDON Maria Condon, née White was a shy young thing when Father Pat Butler called to her house.

At that point, Maria was timid about playing outside the home. She just didn't do it. But when Fr. Pat saw the piano, Maria recalls, "his exact words were 'The Lord sent me here.'" A week later, "straight in" and knees knocking, Maria found herself playing to a church full of people. And that was "the end of shyness." Like many a young choir member, Aretha Franklin, say, or Dolores O'Riordan of the Cranberries, Maria's early choir training stood for her and she became an accomplished performer, appearing widely.

GERTIE MORRISSEY Gertie Morrissey was Dungarvan's great musical whirlwind. She was a founding member of the Dungarvan Musical and Choral Society in 1959 and served as its Musical Director for 37 years. She brought people together to sing in the churches and on stage. Hymns of devotion or Rogers and Hammerstein hits like Carousel - Gertie loved them all. And when she got together a sizable orchestra for a big stage production or a pantomime, she'd conduct as well.

Gertie always dressed impeccably and, during performances when she was sitting at the piano or organ

facing her fellow musicians, she kept her hair neatly coiffed in an elegant bun.

Her daughter laughs when describing her mother's show-time appearance.

"Loads of people saw her from the back." Gertie played the violin, the big pipe organs at St. Mary's and the Friary, the piano, the Harmonium. She was a "natural on the ivories."

Gertie married Vincent Morrissey whose butcher shop stood for years on the corner of Dungarvan Square. The pair moved to Ballymacmague in 1968 and, irrepressible musician that she was, Gertie started playing electric organ for Kilgobinet Choir. And when Fathers Greg Power of Dungarvan Parish and Michael Kennedy of KCK held Monday night Devotions to Our Lady, she came along to provide music. Gertie's granddaughter remembers her with justifiable pride. "She was the woman!"

DINA WALSHE Dina Walshe stepped in when no accompanist was available at a funeral. She was amazed. "The choir was so good I wanted to be up there with them!" During Dina's time, the choir's fine assemblage of singers really hit the sweet spot.They sing every second Sunday, during Holy Week and the church is always crammed for their big performance of Christmas Carols. This annual event showcases the choir's formidable talent.

Together with the students of Coolnasmear School, they put on a heck of a show.

Never one to let an opportunity slip, Dina assures readers that new choir members are very welcome.

Practice is

Mrs. Mary Kelly, photographed at her piano, played the Harmonium at Kilgobinet Church from the 1920's into the 1940's.

Wednesday night at Kilgobinet Church.

COOLNASMEAR TRAD CONCERT The 3rd of this season’s Cúil na Sméar concerts will take place on Saturday January 30th. Fiddler Gerry Harrington and accordion player Charlie Piggott, formerly of De Dannan, are making a return visit. Once again this is an opportunity to hear two of the most acclaimed performers in Irish music in the intimate atmosphere of Cúil na Sméar Hall. Start time as usual is 8.30 p.m. and tickets at only €12 are available at Ben O’Neill’s and The Wine Buff or at the door.

LOURDES PILGRIMAGE It's that time of year again! Booking forms now available for the 2016 Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes, 6th to 11th June 2016. Please contact : Noel Devereux on 087-2572850 or Ann Crowther on 087-7606941 INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com

In this daytime photo from the early 1940's, three Kilgobinet Choir members in their "Sunday best" stand just to the west of the Kilgobinet Church entrance. Probably they were on hand to sing for a confirmation or communion. Nellie Keane née Power of Ballyknock is on the left, then Mary B. Hurley née Foley of Ballyetra and on the right Peggy O'Donnell née Curran of Ballyknock.

Mary B. Hurley and Peggy O'Donnell in turn accompanied the choir on the Harmonium, or pedal organ in the 1940's and 1950's. There was a lot more grass and less paving back three quarters of a century ago. Calvary and the church bell weren't yet in place.

Gertie Morrissey is obviously in her element during the Dungarvan Musical and Choral Society practice for "Desert Song" back in January 1972. Everyone was spruced up for their night out. The Choral Society was a great place to socialise and the group gave rise to more than a few marriages.

Most of the men worked in the town's big factories, the Creamery, Waterford Glass and Dickens Leather. M.J. Curran Hardware on the Square provided its own quotient of singers. Two businessmen, a barber and a news agent, also gathered round. All those work places are gone or have changed hands. Some of the men in the photo ditched ties and formal jackets for more relaxed polo necks, blazers and a sweater. The times they were a-changin'.

From the left: Tommy Connors, with his elbow resting comfortably on the practice piano which was probably at Friary Hall with its stage, on which Tommy's right hand is resting. John O'Flynn is to his right, Terry Dalton, partially hidden, is next, then Micéal Ó Faoláin.

Don O'Connor is in the turtle neck, Jimmy Byrne in front of him, then Sean O'Donnell in the back again.

Bernard Moynihan, sporting a blazer stands to Gertie's right and Michael Cowming in white shirt and dark tie looks over Bernard's shoulder. Donal O'Brien wears a coat and tie and Michael "Finnegan" Flynn looks over Donal's shoulder. Pat McGrath stands with his fingers on the piano and facing away from the photographer. Unfortunately, the final man's head is obscured and so he remains unidentified.

This widely assorted group came from all walks of life and held all sorts of jobs. But, to the delight of their neighbours, they sang together with gusto.

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Curtain Call Productions Dungarvan PAT McEvoy – theatre Critic for the Waterford News and Star published his theatre awards for 2015 last week. We are delighted to congratulate another winner from CCPD - Best Supporting Actress Claire O’Halloran for her role of Elaine Robinson in The Graduate.

Congratulations also to our nominees; CCPD (Best Theatre Company), The Graduate (Best Play), Fidelma Meaney (Best Director – The Graduate), Mary Kelly (Best Director – Steel Magnolias), Kris Cowming (Best Actor – The Graduate), Emma Walsh (Best Actress – The Graduate, Best Supporting Actress – Steel Magnolias), Hugh O’Donnell (Best Male Comedic Performance – The Graduate).

We are thrilled to have garnered awards and nominations from both Liam Murphy and Pat McEvoy and they are a testament to the hard work and commitment to all the members of Curtain Call Productions, both on stage and behind the scenes.

We are a young company, only two years old, but the hard work and dedication has been there from the start, and long may it continue. Now we begin our journey on the festival circuit for the first time – it will be a great learning experience for the actors and the production crew and we look forward to feedback from the Adjudicators and hearing what the audiences around the country think of The Graduate.

If anyone would like to come to any of the festival venues to support us, our dates are as follows: Rush (Co. Dublin) 19th February, Wexford Town 5th March, Kildare Town 9th March, Rossmore (West Cork) 11th March, Ballyduff 12th March, Holycross (Co. Tipp) 13th March, New Ross 18th March. Details available on the individual festival websites or on www.adci.ie As mentioned earlier we have a new cast for The Graduate (with the exception of Emma Walsh, Kris Cowming and Aaron Patrick Cowming).

Introducing Marina Kilduff: Elaine Robinson will be played by Marina Kilduff.

Marina hails from the parish of Kilbride in Co. Roscommon. She has lived in Dungarvan since 2013, and works as a Pharmaceutical Analyst with Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories.

Marina joined Dungarvan Dramatic Club at the start of 2015 on a whim, and was delighted to make her stage debut in DDC's production of Neil Simon's 'Plaza Suite'. It was a very fulfilling and rewarding experience for her.

Aside from acting, Marina is a very keen GAA sportsperson, and has represented her Club and County in both Gaelic Football and Handball over the years, winning many county and Connacht titles.

Marina was thrilled to be part of Ardmore Players Amateur Dramatics inaugural production of Sive, directed by our own Mary Kelly.This was Marina's first ever leading role. Although an emotionally demanding role, Marina was more than up for the challenge and is now looking forward to joining CCPD and tackling the role of Elaine Robinson on her first ever festival circuit tour!

Caroline O’Toole: Born in Limerick, Caroline moved to Dungarvan in recent years, and is working in Community Support

Services for Cheshire Ireland. Her very first foray into drama was practicing fainting as an eager seven year old at speech & drama!

She has always loved dancing, everything from tap to Irish dance to jazz to hip hop.

As a teenager, she tiptap-tapped her way across the stage in Laurel Hill's production of the musical Anything Goes. No stranger to Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre, she has starred in both 2014 and 2015 Panto’s and has also portrayed the kind-hearted hair and beauty salon owner Truvy in CCPD production of Steel Magnolias in early 2015. This play was close to her heart as the film version was one of her late mother’s favourites.

CCPD are delighted to have Caroline involved in the 2016 production of The Graduate. She will be taking on the role of Mrs. Braddock.

Don’t forget we are performing twice in Dungarvan before we head off on our circuit journey.

Dates are 29th and 30th January in the Town Hall Theatre.

Tickets can be booked by phone/text to 0876125090. These are being sold at a steady pace, so don’t delay!

Caroline O'Toole

Marina Kilduff

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Ballinameela BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran.

Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of January is Mathew Fogarty who can be contacted on 086 0644811.

FINISK VALLY AC NOTES Any children in our community who is interested running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community Pitch/Hall.

Training times, Wednesday 7.00p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and Saturday Mornings 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in Ballinameela community pitch/hall.

Indoor training for the 5 to 6 year olds is back. Minimum age limit is 5years old (Child needs to be School going).

Membership for 2016 is now due for renewal; Membership cost covers registration with Athletics Ireland and Insurance for the Club from 1st January, 2016 to 31st December, 2016 Juvenile Membership: €15 for 1st two children and €10 for each child after that. Adult Membership: €20.

For new members please attach a copy of your birth cer-

tificate as it is needed for registration purposes.

NOTE: For new members there will be a 3 week trial period to see if the athlete would like to join the club.

For insurance purposes no more than a 3 week trial period allowed.

UPCOMING EVENTS Munster Juvenile InterCounty Cross Country Relay Championships on 7th February.

Munster U-9 to U-12 Indoor Championships on Saturday 13th and Sunday, 14th February.

Munster U-13 to U-19 Indoor Championships on Saturday 20th and Sunday, 21st February.

CIRCUIT TRAINING Circuit Training Classes are back in Ballinameela Community Centre every Monday night for the next few weeks at 7.00 p.m. It’s never too late join our class, so if you have not got your new year off to a healthy start now is the time to do it. Our Class Format will vary every week, so that you enjoy the variety in training. Enquiries text or call 087 8229762.

BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP Meets every Thursday from 9.30 to 11.30 in the halla of Whitechurch National School.

New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087 9718945.

BADMINTON If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to ballinameela community centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 if interested contact Mairead at 087 7681975.

BALLINAMEELA G.A.A. Are holding a fund raising

TO BE SURE, TO BE SURE The whole country is surprised and delighted at the amount of Oscar(c) nominations Ireland has gleaned this year.

The delight is understandable, especially in the more technical fields. Surprise is less understandable, particularly regarding the actor and actress nominees. This country has always been an open academy for the dramatic arts. For centuries Irish people have been acting the eejit, acting the gom, acting the maggot and acting the plank. Examples of this type of behaviour can be observed in TV programmes like "Pure Mule" , "Killnascully", "Hardy Bucks" and sometimes with Baz trying to kill his own mother (anything for a laugh!). In recent years, however, the reality has changed quite a bit.

Since we won the World Cup with Jacks Army in 1990 (oh, yes, we did), Ireland took on a mantle of maturity and responsibility. It wasn't something we were prepared for, or indeed had any experience of but we grabbed it with gusto and it gave us the confidence to go on and do more and better things.

Despite the economic crash, there is still a bit of a swagger to the Hibernian psyche.

Long ago, insurance companies were formed by groups of concerned people with common goals and risks. They created a fund that would protect them from the costs incurred by natural or manmade

Fashion Show on Friday, 26th February at 8 p.m. in the Park Hotel. Tickets are been sold at €10 each contact Honor on 087 2346514 or James on 087 2962843. A great night guaranteed please support.

COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in two ways. Firstly, a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly, you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately.

Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.co mmunityalert.ie FOROIGE 'Ballinameela Foroige has returned to the hall. The club urgently needs volunteer leaders to help supervise at the weekly meetings. Could you spare 1 hour for about 8 Thursdays in the year.We operate a rota system for leaders, so you will not be required to attend all the meetings.

If anyone would like more information or is interested in getting involved please call or text Moya 087-6356478.

Foroige is a great initiative for teens in our community so we would urge anyone who can help out to consider getting involved.

WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, BROWN & GUIDES VILLIERSTOWN Woodland Ladybirds, Browines & Guides Villierstown local branch of The Irish Girl Guides Ladybirds, Browines & Guides

disasters.These were not organisations for the purpose of making profit on the misery of others. That's not to say that some punters don't do themselves any favours by their risky behaviour. Boy and girl racers, you know I'm talking about you.

When you lower the suspension on your car so much, that driving over a matchstick feels like a humped back bridge, you're asking for trouble. Even though you only need the middle finger of your right hand to steer the car, it doesn't give you a licence to use the other hand to tune the stereo AND text.

However, modifications and individual stupidity aside, nobody is helped by the exorbitant prices quoted by insurance companies. A young person with a job, a full driving licence and a 10 year old 1.3 litre car with full NCT was recently quoted €8,500. That's eight and a half grand for a years insurance on a car worth about 800 quid. And that was ONLY to be a named driver on his mothers car.

Lets face it, no insurance in the world is going to protect you from an Irish mammy if you put a scratch on her car.

Then there is the situation where paying for your insurance premium is the only purpose in going to a job. As far as insurers are concerned, everybody is guilty until proven innocent. There are some older drivers out there with full no claims bonus, capable of atrocious driving.

Insurance is an industry that produces nothing tangible. It’s a game of risk played by high rollers. The stakes are the same for everyone.The opening bid should not be dependant on age but ability and a bit of cop on. If someone acts the maggot on the road, slap them with a mortgage size

meet every Thursday in Villierstown. Please contact leaders in your daughter interested in joining.

We are always looking for adult leaders and helpers.

AGLISH FIT FOR LIFE Aglish Fit4Life & Couch to 5k is now back in full swing every Monday and Thursday at 7.15. We have two groups one running / jogging and the other group walking. These groups are open to all individuals young, old, fit and unfit.

Why not come along and join in any night and improve your level of fitness. Only €2 per night with all proceeds to Children's Hospital Crumlin.

The aim of this group is to be able to Run, Jog, Walk or Shuffle 5k on Easter Monday in The Aglish Fun Run / Walk.

Since we started in 2013 over €14,000 has been raised for Crumlin from Fit4Life and Fun Run / Walk group. Meet at Aglish Community Hall and away you go. Hi Viz vest required, we have a limited number to give out free of charge. Bring a friend, ye might even enjoy it.

LOTTO RESULTS 18th January - Winning numbers were: 5, 17, 18. No winner. €20 winners: The Lumberjacks, Aglish; Margaret Tobin, Knocknaskeigh; Louise Curran, Kilnafarna; Jack and Mark Cliffe, Scart; James Ryan Jnr., Lauragh. Next week’s jackpot €3,350 and the draw will take place in the Maureen’s.

NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

premium. Earning points on your licence should cost more 'coz you were acting the gom. But being born within the last two decades is not a crime, so why is it punishable with prohibitive prices. Being a huge international financial institution won't "insure" against acting the plank, but maybe acting equally on behalf of the clients as well as the shareholders would be a start.

Ballinameela Creatives is a group of artists and crafts people who work to ensure that art and beauty has a place in the world. Find us on Facebook or right here every week.

Ambrose Bierce, American author and satirist, once said, "Insurance is an ingenious modern game of chance in which the player is permitted to enjoy the comfortable conviction that he is beating the man who is keeping the table."

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Ardmore CARDS AT KEEVERS Card results - 1st Terry McGrath and Anne Hally; 2nd Pat and Mary Prendergast.

Last game Billy Harty and Fr. Lucey.

Best last 5 - Marie Stillwell and Peggy Keevers.

YOGA CLASSES Yoga classes have returned to Halla Deuglán. Every Tuesday night 7.30 p.m. 9.00 p.m.; come along and join up on the night.

ROYAL IRISH ACADEMY OF MUSIC RESULTS Jayne Knight Pianoforte and Singing teacher in Ardmore is pleased to announce the following music examination results.

Santa Claus alias Mr. Postman delivered

the music examination results just in time for Christmas to the delight of all those awaiting them.

Louise Bradley - Pianoforte - Grade 1 Merit Sophie French - Pianoforte - Grade 1 Honours Caoimhe Claffey - Singing - Grade 3 Honours Gabrielle Humphreys - Singing - Grade 3 - Distinction Andrea Baker - Singing - Grade 4 Distinction Roisin Hughes - Singing - Grade 5 Distinction 100% success so celebrations all round!

Well done everybody.

Ardmore is on a losing streak with Operation Transformation!

WHEN the Ardmore Pattern Festival Committee decided to co-ordinate Operation Transformation 2016 some weeks ago little did we think of the huge interest it would receive over a short space of time.

Over 120 people registered on the first night for a weekly weigh-in on Monday evenings with local health professionals Triona Hennessy and Ann Ross and we know this figure will rise due to people who were unable to make it.

During Week 1 over 260 people pulled on their trainers and hit the roads on our scheduled walks which take place on Mondays and Wednesdays with additional options on Saturdays and Sundays for families.

It is also hoped to have guest speakers and other health related sessions over the duration of the pro-

gramme.

All walks leave from St. Declan's Hall on Mondays at 7.30 p.m. and on Wednesday at 7.00 p.m. and offer a short and long route.

While Saturday's walk leaves at 1.00 p.m. and Sunday at 11.30 a.m. both days offering a family friendly route and a longer route incorporating some of Ardmore's beautiful beaches.

It’s great to see such activity and many who can't make the scheduled walks are heading off with friends and family in their own time, all determined to add their lost pounds to the Million Pound Challenge being co-ordinated by RTE's Operation Transformation TV Programme.

The Ardmore Pattern Festival Facebook Page & Twitter is being regularly

updated and is helping to get Ardmore moving towards a healthier and fitter 2016.

The big news is that in it’s first week the Ardmore Operation Transformation Group have lost an incredible 248 pounds!

Well Done Ardmore and let's keep the motivation, determination and community spirit high for Week 2!

It’s never too late to register so why not join in?

You can register on Monday nights from 6.30 p.m. in the ICA Hall, Ardmore for just €2 per week, just bring yourself, a viz vest and a torch for our evening walks - you'll be glad you did!

Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ardmorepatternfestival or follow us on Twitter @ardmorepattern.

Ardmore Tidy Towns POKER TRIAL! Aidan Quirke has very kindly offered to run a weekly Texas Holdem poker classic in The Round Tower Hotel on Wednesday nights (after choir) for the benefit of Ardmore Tidy Towns. After putting out ‘feelers’ over the past couple of weeks it appears that there is sufficient interest it to make a start and he has now confirmed that the first game will go ahead on Wednesday, February 3rd at 9.30 p.m. If the interest is good and there is a reasonable turnout then it will be become a weekly affair. So the message is clear – if you

want poker, be in the Round Tower Hotel on the first Wednesday of February.

CHRISTMAS TREES Don’t forget to drop in your Christmas trees to An Cúilín for recycling. Joe O’Callaghan has very kindly offered to shred them for free for us once again, so do drop yours in before the end of the month.

IRELAND’S ANCIENT EAST It has recently been confirmed that the key historical sites (including Ardmore) throughout this new Fáilte Ireland marketing venture will be sign-

posted with the programme’s very attractive logo and they will also be signposted from the N25.

WHALE SIGHTINGS Members of the IWDG (Irish Whale & Dolpin Group) had a very fruitful day at Ram Head recently with sightings of 2 Fin Whales and over 100 dolphins recorded. Visibility was exceptional all week at last after enduring 9 weeks of exceptional rain and cloud. The whales which appeared to be circling the area, were a long way off towards Cork whilst the dolphins were close enough to shore.

WATERFORD NEWFOUNDLAND LINKS An illustrated talk by Jack Burtchaell Waterford County Museum will kick-off the New Year talk and lecture series with Jack Burtchaell, a man – it is true to say – is now known all over the world. Jack is a wonderful speaker and really captures the imagination of the listener. This talk is taking place tonight and we look forward to seeing you all here.

Venue: Town Hall Theatre (upstairs), Friary Street.

Date:Tonight,Wednesday 20th January.

Time: 8.00 p.m.

There will be a €5 entry fee and all are very welcome.

Jack is very well known for his Waterford City Medieval walking tours. He studied Archaeology, History and Geography at

University College, Dublin and graduated in 1982 with a First Class Honours Degree. After winning a post graduate scholarship, he continued in U.C.D in the Geography Department, specialising in the field of Historical Geography.

Jack was awarded several ‘Best Tour Feature’ by CIE International Awards of Excellence. He also won a Bord Fáilte Irish Welcome Award as well as collecting awards from various parts of the world.

Jack has a number of historic publications to his credit.

Look forward to seeing you here.

1916 RISING Just a little reminder: if you have anything relating to this period which you would like to have displayed or indeed donate, please feel free to call into us.We are in the process of preparing an exhibition to mark the cen-

tenary of the Rising, a major part of Irish history.

TRIP AWAY The seats are filling fast.

Contact Christina at the museum if you would like to go. It is taking place in April and a great few days are assured.

OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we would be very happy to accept them.We would scan them and give you back the originals.

Looking ahead to the 1916 commemorations we would also be interested in any artefacts or photographs relating to that period.

VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies.

Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that

during the visit.

FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEKENDING 20th JANUARY Name: Michael McCormack; Age: 19; Service No. Rank: 9902 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Reg. 3Bn; Where Born: Holycross; Death Category: Died; Date of Death: 20/1/’16.

OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

Another Great Concert THE 3rd of this season’s Cúil na Sméar concerts will take place on Saturday, January 30th. Fiddler Jerry Harrington and Accordion player Charlie Piggott are making a return visit to our venue as part of a short tour. They play Murphy’s Carrick on Bannow on Friday 29th. Jerry who lived in Ballysaggart for many years and still has a house there and has been prominent around the Sligo area where he now lives. He has toured extensively and has been responsible for some of the most memorable recordings over the past twenty years, most notably a couple of CDs with flute and accordion player Eoghan O’Sullivan.

Who can forget the iconic Smokey Chimney? He is highly respected for his in-depth knowledge of Sliabh Luachra music and has featured on numerous Radio programmes with producer and Uilleann piper Peter Browne.

Retired university lecturer Charlie Piggott was a member of De Dannan in the early years. Now resident in his native Cobh he is probably best known for his collaboration with other musicians and in particular the highly acclaimed Lonely Stranded Band recording with concertina player Michelle O’Sullivan over twenty years ago. Charlie’s style is redolent of the early two row style steeped in Melodeon playing. Uninfluenced by Fleadh competition two row playing, it is a style which has become increasingly popular in recent years being more accommodating especially to fiddle playing in acoustic settings.

Once again this is an opportunity to hear two of the most acclaimed performers in Irish music in the intimate atmosphere of Cúil na Sméar Hall. Start time as usual is 8.30 p.m. and tickets at only €12 are available at Ben O’Neill’s and The Wine Buff.

Fiddler Jerry Harrington and Accordion player Charlie Piggott.

Gavin Hallahan (Artie) and Denise O'Brien (Angela).

Brideview are back in the ‘Belfry’ BRIDEVIEW are busy rehearsing in the Tallow Community Centre, three nights a week, in preparation for the play ‘Belfry’ by Billy Roche. Brideview’s chairman, Tomas Roche, is directing the acclaimed Wexford play which has a very strong cast of five.

The play, which is set in the vestry and belfry of a church, follows the story of the sacristan, Artie, who has spent his entire life caring for both the church and his ageing mother. Artie’s life, thus far, has passed him by and he has never really lived life to the full. However, things have suddenly gotten exciting for Artie (played by Gavin Hallahan), as he becomes a father figure to an altar-boy (played by Eoghan Hennessy) and finds himself falling in love with Angela (played by Denise O’Brien), a woman who helps out with decorating the church. Affections grow between Artie and Angela and they spend many

nights together in the belfry.

The romance, which has brought Artie to life, is cut short when Angela’s husband Donal (played by John Baldwin) finds out about the affair. All the while, the young priest, Fr.Pat (played by Conor Goulding) is struggling with his vocation and indeed his faith and looks to Artie for support.

The play which focuses on real life issues and real people is injected with subtle comedy and tender moments.

‘Belfry’ is truly a love story, a coming of age story and a story about the struggles of individuals who are searching for fulfilment.

This fantastic play opens in Tallow Community Centre on Saturday, February 13th. It will be on again for the following two weekends – Friday 19th, Saturday 20th and Thursday 25th, Friday 26th. Curtain 8.15 p.m.

If you are looking for a heart-warming, human story, then this is the play for you.

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Kilmacthomas SYMPATHY Deepest sympathy is extended to Kitsey Keating, Fahafeelagh, Kilmacthomas on the death of her youngest son Pádraig, whose death took place on Tuesday, 5th January in Galbally, Co.Tyrone. Pádraig was reposed at his home in Galbally on Wednesday 6th and Thursday, 7th January.

The funeral Mass which took place at St. Johns Church in Galbally at 11.00 a.m. on Friday, 8th January was celebrated by Fr. MacAleer.The readers of the Liturgy of the Word were Mary Keating (sister) and Paul Keley (brother-in-law).

After the final song "The Parting Glass" was sung, Pádraig was carried to his final resting place in the adjoining cemetery.

Pádraig is also survived by his wife Mary, his brother Liam, sister Mary, his nieces and nephews and extended Keating and Keley families. Pádraig is pre-deceased by his father Pat and his brother Séan. "Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis".

LATE CATHERINE KIERSEY With much sadness we record the death of Catherine Kiersey, nee Mears, The Square, Kilmacthomas which sad event occurred following a prolonged illness borne with great courage and acceptance.

Reposing at her residence on Sunday, 17th January from 3.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m., removal took place from her residence on Monday morning at 11.30 a.m. to All Saints Church, Newtown for Requiem Mass at 12.00 noon, followed by private cremation.

Sincere sympathy is extended to her husband John; son Francis; daughters Julie and Jenny; Mears and Kiersey families and all

her relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

LOTTO JACKPOT WON Congratulations to Terry Dunne, Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas on winning the Kilmacthomas AFC lotto jackpot of €4,000 on Saturday night last. Letters drawn were B, D, J and T. Five winners also of €20 each to Sean O'Donnell, Faha; Damien Carey, Craughaun View; Paul Organ, Riverview, Kilmac, Tom O’Donnell, Faha and Olive Hanlon, McGraths Cross, Kilmac.The jackpot will start off at €500 next week, be in to win.

WHIST Stradbally Whist is to start again at The Barron Hall on Friday, 12th February. Play starts at 8.00 p.m. €5 for the evening, includes tea and cake! There are 11 prizes to be won from the overall winner to the player with the least number of points, so everyone is in with a chance. Also we have a raffle - €1 a ticket. Every following fortnight. The Hall is lovely and warm, comfortable and has good parking outside.

Everyone is welcome, whether you can play or not. This is a social evening.

Folks come from far and wide and we want to expand our membership and would love to see youngsters take up the game, they are the ones who will take the Club into the future.

Call in and see what we are about - there are members who will soon teach you this easy game. Lets shake off this awful weather and meet up with friends.

Notices will be in The Cove Bar - courtesy of Richard.

Ballysaggart NON-STOP DRAW RESULTS This months draw was held on Monday, January 11th at 8.30 p.m. in the Community Centre.

The results are as follows: 1st Eugene O’Brien; 2nd Ryan Hynes; 3rd Patricia Morrissey.

Congratulations to all. Next draw will take place on Monday, February 1st.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Pat Kirby and Pat O'Connor; 2nd Fr. Cullinan and Stephen Cunningham.

Lucky Tables: Dave Fennessy and Nellie Devine; Sheila Lonergan and Bertie

Neville.

Tickets: Delia Cashell x 2, Fr. Cullinan and Dave Fennessy.

BALLYSAGGART LADIES CLUB The first meeting of 2016 will take place on Monday, February 8th at 8.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. Special Guest for the night is Claire Kennedy from The Park Hotel, Dungarvan and she will be sharing her knowledge and expertise on the subject of Health and Fitness. We hope to see all of our current members in attendance and as always, non-members are more than welcome on the night and it is never too late to join.

WATERFORD SPORTS PARTNERSHIP

Walk Waterford - Next Walk The Towers (Ballysaggart) – Everyone Welcome WATERFORD Sports Partnership was delighted to see such a great turn-out for the first walk in the Walk Waterford, a series of five leisure walks across Waterford over the coming weeks. Despite the very wet and windy conditions eighteen brave and enthusiastic leisure walkers undertook the well known Mahon Falls Walk in the Comeragh Mountains. This 2.4km route took the walkers into the heart of the Comeragh Mountains. Due to the foggy conditions walkers were not able to see the magnificent views that

the Comeraghs have to offer, but were all keen to come back again another day.

A special thanks to our volunteers on the day Emer, Akeyla and Dan, who did a great job assisting us to lead the walk.

The next walk takes place on Sunday, 24th January at The Towers (Ballsaggart).

The meeting point is the car park at the towers at 2.00 p.m.This is an interesting easy looped trail that will excite young and old.

The loop follows a steady climb up to the gates and

returns down a steep decline back to the car park.

All walkers will need suitable walking shoes (runners are ideal), warm clothing and a waterproof jacket.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

To find out more, please contact; Pauline Cunningham, Sports Development Officer,Waterford Sports Partnership on 076-1102682 / 0867837385.

For a full listing of the series of walks visit, www.waterfordsportspartnership.ie

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Ballyduff Parents’ Association Cookery Evening SAINT Michael’s National School Ballyduff Parents’ Association had a fantastic turnout for their Cookery Evening with renowned Chef Beth-Ann Smith, Head Chef at Lismore Castle and proprietor of The Lismore Food Company, on Saturday, 9th January.

What a way to start off the New Year! The beautiful aromas filled the Community Hall. The evening consisted of recipes, cookery tips and sampling from the array of dishes.

The highlights of these being a Lamb Tagine, Chicken Satay Skewers, Soda Bread, Herbed Quinoa and a Fig and Goat’s cheese salad. For the sweeter taste buds an amazing Lemon Posset served with chocolate brownie.

This social evening was enhanced during the interval allowing the audience to sample the chocolate brownies and the individual lemon possets. These were accompanied by complementary cheese and wine, tea, coffee, mineral water and apple juice which were all provided by our very

generous sponsors on the night.

The evening included a raffle containing fantastic prizes which included a mid-week hotel break, restaurant vouchers and hampers. The evening also concluded with the audience partaking and sampling the delicious dishes prepared by Beth-Anne Smith on the night.

Saint Michael’s National School Parents’ Association would like to take this opportunity thank and extend gratitude to all parents and the wider community who helped in making this night a huge success.

We extend gratitude for the sponsorship of raffle prizes, food and beverages and supporting the event.

Without your help and support these events would not be possible.

The cookery evening was the main school fundraiser for 2015/’16.

Funds raised through this event are allocated to the school to purchase equipment. Previous funds were used to purchase library books, sports and maths equipment. Funds were also used to purchase technol-

Teresa Higgins, Elaine Noonan, Beth-Ann Smith (Chef) and Sarah Kenneally. ogy tablets, interactive white boards, musical instruments and class room up grades.

Cookery evening sponsors – Riordan’s SuperValu, Fermoy; Flynn Hotels; Badger & Dodo Coffee, Fermoy; Affane Apple Juice, Affane; Keniry’s Centra, Tallow; D&M Fruit and Veg, Fermoy; Tallow Area Credit Union; McGrath’s Pharmacy, Tallow; Kearney’s Catering

and Kearney’s Restaurant, Tallow; The Summerhouse, Lismore; The Lismore Food Company, Lismore; Richmond House, Cappoquin; Noonan Catering, Ballyduff Upper; Jacqui Hannon, Ballyduff Upper; Foley’s On The Mall, Lismore; Glanbia.

The generosity and support of all our sponsors is gratefully acknowledged by Ballyduff Parents’ Association.

COMERAGHS COMHALTAS

The Hills Are Alive A TABLE Quiz question some years ago was “Name a place famed for traditional music, song and dance beginning with Sliabh”?

Sliabh Luachra was of course the answer.

Described as a state of mind by no less than the great Séamus Ennis, it is an area taking in parts of Cork, Kerry and Limerick.

“Sliabh na Féile”, borrowed from the great Pádraig Ó Milleadha’s Sliabh gCua anthem, is the name of Comeraghs Comhaltas School of Traditional Arts in Cúil na Sméar.

Since its inception in 1980 numerous individuals and groups have achieved high honours in many competitions and several have become regular performers both locally and internationally. The recent phenomenal achievement of winning the Munster Scór na nÓg title brings great honour to the Comeraghs. As one follower put it “the hills are alive with the sound of music”. The Sliabh gCua group of Dearbhla Ní

h-Allacháin, Seán Walsh, Joseph Mannion, Ellen and Séamus O’Gorman will represent Waterford and Munster at the All-Ireland Final in Killarney on Saturday 30th January. Well done to the mentor of the winning group Sarah O’Gorman one of our fiddle teachers in Cúil na Sméar who recently added the senior “Fiddler of Dooney” award to her many achievements.

Deirtear gur “glas iad na cnoic i bhfad uainn” ach nách casadh deas ar an scéal é go bhfuil níos mó ná Slíabh amháin ann go bhfuil cáil an cheoil uirthi.

The faraway hills of Sliabh Luachra may be green but the Comeraghs are alive with the sound of music.

NATURAL RESOURCES Last week’s nominations of Irish artists at the Golden Globe Awards ceremony has once again brought the importance of the Arts as an industry to the fore. Not for the first time our artistic achievements have high-

lighted a great national resource. Our musicians in every genre, our writers, our producers/directors and even our locations have all pointed to an oftentimes underestimated and underfinanced potential. The ephemeral and aesthetic are under-rated in contrast to material production. Art and artistry in all its forms is gradually being seen as an industry in this country.

The economic benefits for employment and promotion of our culture and tourism are well worth considerable investment, especially in festivals. It has recently been pointed out that our traditional music alone engenders huge international interest and here in this county we are well aware of the economic activity springing from this great natural resource.

CONCERTS AND FLEADHS Our monthly Branch Committee meeting last Sunday evening had a very full agenda. Details of our concert featuring Charlie Piggott and Jerry

Harrington on Saturday January 30th were confirmed. Plans for participating in Fleadh Cheoil na nDéise which will be held in Ballyduff Upper in May were discussed.

A date was fixed to commence preparations for our annual involvement in Dungarvan’s St Patrick’s Day Parade and it was agreed that the Alsace trip would go ahead in November. Special arrangements will be made for a branch outing in August to Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Ennis. All our members are encouraged to support the County Board’s branch social event in the Park Hotel on Sunday March 13th. Our songs sub-committee confirmed that special arrangements are being made to include songs pertinent to the 1916 celebrations in our Schools Song Project.

Once again a huge crowd turned up for the Sunday session which was hosted by Clodagh Kelly, while the meeting progressed.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

TIONÓL NIOCLÁIS TÓIBÍN 2016 Is ar an Déardaoin, 11 Feabhra a thosnóidh Tionól Niocláis Tóibín sa Rinn i mbliana. Tosnófar i mbliana le dráma agus ceolchoirm na nÓg i Halla Pobail na Rinne chun deis a thabhairt don dream óg a gcuid ceoil is amhráin a chur os comhair an phobail. Beidh an oscailt oifigiúil ar siúl i dTigh Uí Mhaonaigh an oíche sin, ag tosnú ag 9.00 i.n.Tá ceoltóirí agus amhránaithe den scoth bailithe le chéile do na ceardlanna maidin Shathairn i Meánscoil San Nioclás.

Mar chuid de Thionól na nDéise, beidh cur i láthair i gColáiste na Rinne ag an Dr Ríognach Uí Ógáin ag tosnú ag 3.00. Beidh deis ag daoine tuilleadh ceoil a dh’aireachtaint sna tábhairní go dtí am tae.

Buaicphointe an deireadh seachtaine i gcónaí ná an ceolchoirm a bheidh ar siúl arís i mbliana i Halla Pobail na Rinne ag tosnú ag 7.30 i.n. Tá slua an-mhór d’amhránaithe agus de cheoltóirí bailithe le chéile don cheolchoirm agus oíche iontach ar fad geallta. Is i dTigh Uí Mhuirithe a bheidh club na féile ar an Satharn.

Craolfar an tAifreann beo ar RnaG ó Shéipéal San Nioclás maidin Domhnaigh ag 11.30 agus beidh deis ag daoine cuairt a thabhairt ar uaigh Niocláis ina dhiaidh.

Críochnóidh an deireadh seachtaine i dTigh an Cheoil le seoladh dlúthdhiosca ceol is amhráin den scoth. Tá coiste na féile buíoch don tacaíocht ón Oifig Ealaíon, Comhairle Contae agus Cathrach Phort Láirge agus Ealaín na Gaeltachta.

Tuilleadh eolais: Mac Dara Mac Donncha 086-8565569 nó Darren Ó Droma 0876007827 Irish music and song will be celebrated at Tionól Niocláis Tóibín which will take place in an Rinn beginning on Thursday 11th February with a drama and concert by the young people of the area. The official opening takes place in Tigh an Uí Mhaonaigh at 9pm.

Saturday morning will see some of the best musicians and singers taking part in workshops in Meánscoil San Nioclás offering participants the chance to learn from the best of musicians and singers, with the workshops extended to 3 sessions again this year. Master Class – Uilleann Pipes with Mick O’Brien Saturday night will see the crowds gather in Halla Pobail na Rinne for the Tionól concert with over 40 participants already booked, commencing at 7.30 p.m.

Sunday morning will see Aifreann an Tionóil broadcast on Raidió na Gaeltachta

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Nótaí na Gaeltachta Nótai Scór le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise Phort Láirge Thiar at 11.30 a.m., a visit to the grave of Nioclás Tóibín and further music and song in Tigh an Cheoil with a cd launch and further music and song. For further information on any of the events, contact Mac Dara Mac Donncha 086-8565569 or Darren Ó Droma 0876007827 RANGANNA GAEILGE Beidh ranganna Gaeilge ag tosú i nGaeltacht na nDéise i Mí Feabhra. Beidh na ranganna ar siúl i Meánscoil San Nioclás, Oíche Céadaoin idir 7:00i.n. agus 8:30i.n. Beidh na ranganna ag tosú ar Céadaoin 17ú Feabhra agus beidh siad ar siúl ar feadh ocht seachtainí. Is €30 an costas a bheas ar na h-ocht seachtainí.

Beidh ranganna curtha ar fáil sa Rinn ar trí leibhéil, Bunrang, Meánrang agus Ardrang agus tá sé i gceist againn Bunrang Gaeilge a chur ar fáil sa Sean Phobal chomh maith. Más mian leat clárú i gcomhair na ranganna, déan teagmháil linn ag 058 46664 nó cuir rphoist go dtí cfdeise@gmail.com nó is féidir teacht chuig Meánscoil San Nioclás ag 6:30i.n. ar Céadaoin an 17ú Feabhra agus clárú roimh an céad rang.

Irish classes will start in Gaeltacht na nDéise in February. These classes will be held in Meánscoil San Nioclás on Wednesday nights from 7.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Classes will start on Wednesday, 17th February and will continue for eight weeks. The cost for the eight weeks of classes is €30. Classes will be held in An Rinn at three levels, Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced and a beginner class will also be held in an Sean Phobal. If you would like to register for these classes, please contact us on 058 46664 or send us an Email at cfdeise@gmail.com, or you can come along to Meánscoil San Nioclás at 6:30pm on Wednesday the 17th February to register before the first class.

FORBAIRT NA hIMEARLAINNE Tá paiste talún in aice leis an Imearlann le forbairt mar áis chaithimh aimsire don Phobal. Beidh Cruinniú Poiblí tobsmaointeoireachta i Halla Pobal na Rinne ar an Aoine, 22 Eanáir ag a 8.00i.n. Tá fáilte roimh chách. Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh le Jen Uí Dhuibhir, Coiste na hImearlainne, 058 7111505.

Leanaigí An Imearlann ar Facebook.

There is a recreational space available for developing by our community next to the Imearlann. You are

invited to take part in a brainstorming session.

Register your ideas and interest in what our community needs next at 8pm in Halla Pobal na Rinne on Friday, January 22nd. For further information, contact Jen Uí Dhuibhir, Coiste na hImearlainne, 058 7111505.

For the Imearlann on Facebook.

CUMANN STAIR & OIDHREACHT GAELTACHT NA nDÉISE Beidh taispeántas ar siúl ag Cumann Staire agus Oidhreachta Gaeltacht na nDéise i bpáirt le hIarsmalann Chontae Phort Láirge faoi éirí amach 1916.

Beidh an taispeántas ar siúl Dé Satharn 6ú Feabhra i Halla Colmáin sa Sean Phobal idir 7i.n. go 9i.n. agus Dé Domhnach 7ú Feabhra idir 10.30r.n. go 1i.n. Beidh aoichainteoir ann ón Iarsmalann chun caint a thabhairt ar ról na nDéise san éirí amach. Tuilleadh eolais: Martin Coffey 087 266402. Má tá aon rud ag éinne gur mian leo a bheith istigh sa taispeántas, inis dúinn é le bhur dtoil.

In conjunction with Waterford County Museum, Cumann Staire & Oidhreachte Gaeltacht na nDéise will hold an exhibition on 1916 showcasing information and memorabilia of the time and the history of Waterford on Saturday 6th of February in Halla Colmáin, An Sean Phobal from 7 pm to 9pm and on Sunday, 7th February from 10.30 to 1 p.m. A speaker from Waterford County Museum will be in attendance on Saturday night to give a talk on the Waterford connection with the 1916 Rising. For further information, please contact Martin Coffey on 087 266402, if anyone has any memorabilia that they would like to display, please let us know.

AISTEOIRÍ AN tSEAN PHOBAIL Tógfaidh na hAisteoirí chun stáitse ag an go gairid le léiriúchán Béarla na bliana seo, “Don’t Tell The Wife” le Sam Cree. Beidh sásamh agus sult le baint as an dráma, chomh maith le cupán tae ag an idir-linn.

Bígí linn i Halla Colmán ar an 14–17, 22 & 24 Eanáir at 8.15in gach oíche. Chun áit a chuir in áirithe, glao (058) 46483.

The Aisteoirí will take the stage shortly with this year’s English language production, “Don’t Tell The Wife”, an hilarious comedy by Sam Cree. There will be entertainment aplenty each night, as well as the customary cuppa and a chat at the interval. Performances: 14– 17, 22 & 24 January, begin-

ning at 8.15 p.m. each night.

For bookings, call (058) 46483.

BAILIÚCHÁIN DO DHAOINE GAN DÍDEAN Tá bailiúcháin do dhaoine gan dídean i bPort Láirge ar siúl sa Rinn i láthair na huaire. Iarrtar ar an bpobal tacaíocht a thabhairt don bhailiúcháin tríd ábhar a dheonú. Is é an ábhar atá uathu ná 1) Bia: ábhar nár gá cócaireacht a dhéanamh orthu, barra bricfeasta, mála criospaí, brioscaí, seacláid agus ábhar tirim eile, málaí tae nó pota caifé, Pot Noodles srl agus fleasc. 2) Éadaí: Stocaí, Brístí, hataí, lámhainní, scairf, geansaí srl.

Is féidir an t-ábhar a thabhairt isteach go dtí Halla Pobail na Rinne, beidh bosca ag an Iarscoil, gach tráthnóna, Luan go hAoine. Más maith leat tuilleadh eolais, is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh le Orla ag 087 6346022.

A collection for homeless people in Waterford is underway in An Rinn at present.You can support the collection by donating 1) Food: things that don’t need to be cooked, such as breakfast bars, crisps, biscuits, chocolate and other dry goods, tea bags and pots of coffee etc. 2) Clothes: Socks, pants, hats, gloves, scarves, jumpers etc. The materials can be brought to Ionad Pobail na Rinne, there will be a box at the Iarscoil each evening, Monday to Friday.

For further information, call Orla on 087 6346022.

SPRAOI Beidh Spraoi ag teacht le chéile gach Aoine sa Halla ó 10 r.n. - 12 i.n. Carn spraoi agus spórt do thuismitheoirí agus páistí. Fáilte roimh cách!

Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 087 7479428.

Spraoi, Parent and Toddler group will meet every Friday in the Halla from 10 a.m. -12 p.m. Plenty of fun activities for all! Tel 087 7479428.

GLÓR TEAGHLAIGH DHÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa dátheangach do thuismitheoirí agus leanaí ar siúl ag Ghlór na nGael gach Céadaoin san Ionad Pobail & Óige i nDún Garbhán ó 10.30 a.m. go dtí 12 p.m. Deis do theaghlaigh Gaeilge teacht lena chéile agus naisc a chothú agus a láidriú. Deis do theaghlaigh nach bhfuil Gaeilge in úsáid acu faoi láthair í a fhoghlaim is a úsáid i slí nádúrtha i suíomh compordach agus tacúil. Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ó Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Fáilte roimh chách.

A bilingual parent ant toddler group will meet each Wednesday in the Glór na nGael Community and Youth centre in Dungarvan

from 10.30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

This is an opportunity for families with Irish to get together and develop their connections with each other. It is also an opportunity for families without Irish to learn and use Irish in a comfortable and natural setting. Further information available from Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Bígí Linn!

REILIG AN tSLÉIBHE Tá an Coiste Fáilte i nGaeltacht na nDéise i mbun taighde ar stair Reilig an tSléibhe, reilig a théann siar chuig aimsir an Gorta Mór. Má tá eolas ar bith agat faoi stair na háite sin, beidh an Coiste Fáilte buíoch as teagmháil a dhéanamh leo agus an t-eolas sin a roinnt.

Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 058 46664 nó ag cfdeise@gmail.com An Coiste Fáilte in Gaeltacht na nDéise are researching the history of Reilig an tSléibhe, a graveyard that goes back to the time of the Famine. If you have any information about the history of this site, An Coiste Fáilte would be grateful if you contacted them to share this information.You can contact them at 058 46664 or at cfdeise@gmail.com.

SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9 r.n. – 11 r.n. ar maidin.

Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902.

The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902.

MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha – www.facebook.com/comhlucht.forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 05846664.

SCÓR NA nÓG ALL IRELAND FINAL Preparations are well underway in an tSráidbhaile and Sliabh gCua as the All-Ireland Scór na nÓg Final in Killarney draws nearer. Stradbally will represent Port Láirge in the Léiriú / Novelty Act while Sliabh gCua will be the first Waterford club ever to take part in the Ceol Uirlise competiton on All-Ireland Final Day. The All-Ireland Final will be held on Saturday, 30th January in the INEC in Killarney commencing at 3.00 p.m. and we wish both clubs the best of luck on the day.

SCÓR SINSEAR The County Final of Scór Sinsear will be held on Saturday, 6th February in Ballinroad at 7.30 p.m., with the Munster semi final two weeks later in Kanturk. If your club is interested in taking part, it is essential to contact Rúnaí Moll Shields (087-9526685). The Final will only go ahead if there is interest and clubs have registered same.

SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ There will be three qualifying rounds for Scór na bPáistí, all on Friday evenings – 26th February, 4th and 11th March, with venues to be decided in the coming week. The County Final of Scór na nPáistí will take place in Cappoquin on Saturday, 19th March at 6.00 p.m. ** Please note entry forms for Scór na bPáistí will be distributed in the coming weeks, to be returned at the latest Thursday, 18th February. No applications will be accepted after this date and no applications will be accepted on the night. Parents / mentors will have the option of selecting their preferred venue, and when the quota for each venue is achieved, will be offered an alternative night. We do not want a repeat of last year where it took 5 hours on the final night to run off the competiton. Please note again the no late entries will be accepted in 2016.

Cappoquin CAPPOQUIN COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO RESULTS 18/1/2016 – Jackpot €9,300. Numbers drawn were 2, 9, 26 and 28. No winner.

Consolation Prizes: John O’Connell, Aglish; Paul McCormack, Killahalla; Olivia Coughlan, Tivoli Tce.; Roisin Meehan, Kilmurray; Mary O’Rourke, Sportsman’s; Tonette & Martin Power, Belleville. Next week’s jackpot €9,400. All volunteers from the weekly Lotto would like to wish Mary Foley, Mill Street a speedy recovery.

WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Gym opening times are 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. from February, Gym Instructor Conor Prendergast available to offer every assistance on (087) 1247025.

ARA every Monday afternoon Pilate's, Railway Soccer and Blackwater AC every Monday evenings Circuit Training Tuesday and Thursday nights.

Quiddlers Mother & Toddler group Wednesday morning.

Paul Murray Hall & Gym every Thursday evening Gymnastics every Friday.

UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY HALL Book Launch - 30/1/2016; Blood bank - 1st February; Valentine Dance - 6th February; County Badminton - 7th February; Jigs & Reels - 12th March; Scór - 19th March; Summer Dance - 26th August, Patrick Feeney & Band.

UPCOMING PLANNED EVENTS AUTUMN 2016 Nathan Carter, Kilfenora Ceili Band & Country & Western weekend.

WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Edel Walsh first floor of the Community Centre.

NEWS ITEMS All news items and notes are to be forwarded to the following email address:news@dungarvanobserver.ie

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Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart TO mark the Octave (8 Days) of prayer for Christian Unity we will have our Service in St. Carthage’s Church on Sunday, 24th January at 7.00 p.m. Both Churches will gather. The Homily will be preached by Dean Paul Draper. Our own choir will lead the music and readers from both congregations will proclaim the Word.

Many Christians today seem untouched by the need to progress in some ways the work of Christian Unity. Jesus spoke of the importance of Christian Unity in our effectiveness in proclaiming the Gospel to the World.

The work of Mercy transcends all Religious difference. It is truly ecumenical.

Mercy, the work of true jus-

tice is always opportune.

Some people feel that promoting the Kindness of God may be more real for some people. Kindness connects easier with many people’s good and bad experiences of life today.

Catholic Schools week begin on Sunday, 24th January. What do we mean when we speak of Catholic Schools?

At the heart of all the work in a Catholic School is offering students an experience of the love and justice of Jesus Christ. It is to present the beauty of human life open to eternal life and union with God when this short life will have run course.

To rob children of the possibility of opting in or out of a Faith without pre-

senting Faith to them is to give them no choice. It is to reduce students to be obedient servants of state ideologies where critical thinking is hardly encouraged. If critical thinking were encouraged media studies would form a bead rock of the educational system.

MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m.

Saturday, 23rd January Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m.

Sunday, 24th January Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m.

Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m.

PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

Modeligo LOURDES FUND Again this year, the Modeligo-Affane Lourdes Pilgrimage Group will be aiming to send one Parishoner from each Parish on Pilgrimage with the Diocesan Group to the foothills of the Pyrenees in early June. As part of the fundraising effort, a Céilí will be held at the Tennis Club premises, Causeway, Abbeyside, on Friday week next, January 29th. So do get those dancing shoes on and come along and have a good night out as well as supporting our very important fundraiser.

CONGRATULATIONS Belated congratulations and best wishes for the future to Derek Kelly, Knockanore, and Michelle Walsh, Deckies, Modeligo who announced their engagement over the festive period.

CRANNCHUR AITIUL The "calamaun" is still standing following the 2 most recent Saturday night Mini Lotto draws, eventhough there were a few very close calls on each occasion: close, as they say but no cigar. The numbers drawn on Saturday, 9th January were 15, 20 and 25, whilst 9, 14 and 20 emerged from the drawdrum on Saturday night last. €25 lucky dip winners were as follows: Nollaig Halpin; Geraldine Bumster; Thomas Keane, Ballinagulkee; Michael Troy; Mike Killigrew, c/o Welcome Inn; Gemma Hiney, c/o J. P. Ryan; Nancy Kiely, Sleady and David and Nora Fitzgerald.

Finally, it's time to let the people know: our upcoming jackpot is the best ever: €3,700.

Aislinn Celisse (Mary) and cast in rehearsal for “Mary Pops in” the musical which takes to the stage at the Courthouse Theatre next weekend!

LISMORE DRAMATIC SOCIETY

“Mary Pops In” in the Courthouse Theatre next weekend!

THE Spring musical presentation of Lismore Dramatic Society’s “Mary Pops In” takes to the stage next weekend at the Courthouse Theatre and runs from Friday, 29th January to Sunday, 7th February for seven performances. This is a musical extravaganza, of music, song, dance and story with a cast of over 30 and it will be a theatrical highlight, for fans of musical theatre over the next few weeks.

Rehearsals are now nearly at an end and the Director and cast are ready to bring another musical treat to the

stage of the Courthouse Theatre with a new sound system installed this show promises to be a highlight in the society’s 2016 calendar.

Rehearsals have been going on in the Courthouse Theatre over the past 2 months and we are looking forward to showcasing the musical talent around Lismore and surrounding areas. The production is directed by Vanessa Celisse. This year’s musical is based on the original showstopper “Mary Poppins” with our favourite numbers and others brought to the

stage under the musical’s director.

Aislinn Celisse play the lead part of Mary with Martin Murphy playing Bert ably assisted by a strong cast, will old and young members of the society taking part.

Tickets €12 (adult) and €7 (student) can be booked at Lismore Heritage Centre on 058-54975 daily and also on mobile 085-7527007 6.00 p.m. 9.00 p.m. All tickets on opening night, Friday, January 29th €7. D’ont miss out on this musical treat and book early!

Villierstown Lismore Tidy Towns

JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Saturday night last and €50 was won by Feeney Mernin with Card Number 33.

Congratulations Feeney.

Next weeks Jackpot is for €3,100. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win.

This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally.

VILLIERSTOWN LADYBIRDS AND BROWNIES GROUP Villierstown Ladybirds and Brownies group takes place every Thursday evening in Villierstown Community Centre. If you have a daughter interested in joining contact one of our members.

SET DANCING CLASSES Set Dancing Classes in Villierstown resumes on Monday, 18th January.

Primary school boys and girls 5.30 p.m. Teenagers 6.30 p.m. Adults Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. €5 per class.

VILLIERSTOWN STUDY GROUP Villierstown Study Group takes place every evening in the VECP Room from 4.30–6.00 p.m.

If you are looking to hold a small party, a meeting, a course, music lessons, a get-together for a reunion. The VECP room in Villierstown is available for bookings. Situated beside the Villierstown shop which has home-made cakes and dinners, who also take special orders if needed. Please contact 0876635465.Thank you.

AGLISH FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life and Couch to 5k every Monday and Thursday at 7.15, meet in Aglish Community Hall

to run, walk or shuffle!!

Thanks to everyone for all their support.

COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village …

Text: 087-3538347.

SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”.

Contact Carol:- 087-6635465.

I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in.

Please use the email address below. If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome. villierstownnews@yahoo.ie

WITH the dry crisp weather of the week starting on the 11th of January our two CES workers Paul B. and Paul F. managed to get a lot of outdoor work done in between their twice daily litter pick-up.

Work was carried out at the planted area near St. Carthage's Home, the Grotto at Townparks, the ex Teagasc office and the Millennium Park.

Waterford City & County Council recently announced that it is putting together a Directory of Repair services in the county.

This directory is being compiled with the aim of encouraging people to repair common household items and extend their life cycle as a means of reducing waste generation and directing them to people in

their own areas where the repairs can be done.

The directory when produced will be available in public buildings, all libraries in the county and city. Tidy Towns groups across the county have been asked for their help re compiling information for the directory as this aim encouraging waste reduction and the re-use of products is now an important aspect of the work of such groups.

Lismore Tidy Towns now needs your help.

If you are a person or business who works in Lismore Town or its environs and works at the repair of electrical goods / computers / phones / furniture / clothes alterations / clocks / shoes / musical instruments / anything else and would like to be included in the directory

would you please ring 05853476, leave your contact number, details of your service and a member of Lismore Tidy Towns will get in touch with you.

ECO TIP OF THE WEEK We are now on to the letter R in relation to the explanation of terms connected to the environment: RADIATION - a form of energy that is transmitted in waves, rays or particles from a natural source such as the sun and the ground or an artificial source such as an X-ray machine.

Radiation can be ionising or non ionising. Ionising radiation includes ultra violet rays, radon gas and Xrays. Too much exposure to ionising radiation can be harmful leading to an increased risk of cancer.

Non-ionising radiation

includes visible light, radio waves and microwaves. This type of radiation is less risky to health because it contains less energy but it can still be harmful at high levels for a long time.

RADIOACTIVE - a material is said to be radioactive if it emits radiation.

RADON - a common radioactive gas emitted from ordinary soils and rock.

Radon has no smell, taste or colour and can seep into properties building up to dangerous levels if there is not adequate ventilation.

Being exposed to high levels of radon gas over a long period of time can affect a person's health.

REFORESTATION the process of planting trees in forest lands to replace those that have been cut down.

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West Waterford CLASSIC REVIVAL Calling all past and new players interested in joining us for a Poker Classic each Wednesday night here at the Round Tower Hotel in Ardmore. If you would like to join us for our weekly game please give Adrian a call at 087-2673526.

PARISH OF AGLISH – BALLINAMEELA – MOUNT STUART Christian Unity: Mass for Christian Unity will be celebrated on Friday, January 22nd in Aglish Church at 7.15 p.m.

Mass of the Sick: Mass of the Sick will be celebrated on Friday, February 12th at 7.15 p.m. in Aglish Church with Sacrament of the Sick available for all those who may wish to receive it.

KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY GROUP Kinsalebeg Community Group send their condolences to Peg Wickham on the death of her Sister Ann Dawson. Rest in Peace.

A BIG THANK YOU FROM KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY GROUP We were delighted a nice crowd came to Kinsalebeg hall last week to celebrate the New Year. It was great to see so many enjoying

Bachelors in Trouble, Tony Coffey and Sean Murphy pictured with Michael O’Connell at the Kinsalebeg Community Group New Year party. themselves, dancing, chatting, renewing old acquaintances, and in some cases making new friends. It was lovely to see a Community coming together for a happy occasion, and I hope 2016, will provide a lot more good times for everyone. I would like to thank Fr. O’Gorman for his ongoing support to our group, and for providing a beautiful meal, which the Latch in Tallow supplied. Many people brought gifts on the day, others offered to help out if needed, some local business gave to our Raffle, people contributed to our Church Gate collection, and we got a private donation. It was great to have the support of

Mary Foley and Nora Hickey pictured at the Kinsalebeg Community Group New Year party.

Catherine and Danny Kelleher pictured at the Kinsalebeg Community Group New Year party.

James O’Donoghue, Rural Transport, Darren and Nigel to get some people to the hall that day, all your help was very much appreciated. A big thank you those who contributed wine to help the celebration (justice was done to it) – SuperValu Youghal; Roger The Point Bar Youghal; Tesco’s Youghal; Nook Youghal; John Quinn Ardmore; Kinsalebeg Fuels; Dunnes Stores Dungarvan; SuperValu Dungarvan; Wine Vaults Lismore; also Lidl Youghal donated food for the evening tea, thank you.

Pat Daly entertained us with his lovely music and song, the Bachelors were hilarious, and James who helped out in every way during the day!

LOST WITHOUT TRACE All of you our readers are invited to the launch of “Lost Without Trace” the remarkable story of the ‘Nellie Fleming’ Schooner, by the ever popular author and historian Mike Hackett. This very special book commemorates the loss of the local schooner ‘Nellie Fleming’ in 1936. It will take place in The Mall Arts Centre, Youghal to night Wednesday, January 20th at 7.30 p.m.

This is a long overdue publication and it is appropriate that it will appear on

the eightieth anniversary of that sad event (February 8th). Rev. Fr. Bernard Cotter, S.M.A., will perform the ceremony and he is a Grandnephew of the Mate, Batt Glavin, who was one of the five local sailors lost with the vessel. The Ansbro family will entertain with sea-shanties and Cliff Winser, our local Town Crier, will announce the event. Also in attendance (over from London) will be Jimmy Duggan, Grandson of the Captain Mike Duggan. Hope to see you all there CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO Sunday, January 17th – This week’s letters drawn in the Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draws were J, A, S and H. There was no jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot will be €5,200.

This week’s €20 spot prizes go to: Breda McLellan, Peter Deady and Mary Deady.

Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support.

AGLISH FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life & Couch to 5k is now back in full swing every Monday and Thursday at 7.15 p.m. We have two groups one running / jogging and the other group walking. These

Mary Murphy, Colette Foley and Catherine Foley pictured at the Kinsalebeg Community Group New Year party.

groups are open to all individuals young, old, fit and unfit. Why not come along and join in any night and improve your level of fitness. Only €2 per night with all proceeds to Children's Hospital Crumlin. The aim of this group is to be able to Run, Jog, Walk or Shuffle 5k on Easter Monday in The Aglish Fun Run / Walk.

Since we started in 2013 over €14,000 has been raised for Crumlin from Fit4Life and Fun Run / Walk group. Meet at Aglish Community Hall and away you go. Hi Viz vest required, we have a limited number to give out free of charge.

Bring a friend, you might even enjoy it.

CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL Table Tennis Club: Have you ever played table tennis? Would you like to have a go? There is a table tennis club starting on Tuesday nights at the Community Hall, Clos Naomh Mochua, Clashmore. It starts on Tuesday, 26th January at 7.30 p.m. All equipment provided. Sorry, but over 18s only.

CLASHMORE KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO The weekly Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night last, January 18th. The numbers out of the drum this week were 1, 15, 25 and 27. We had no match four winner so next week our Jackpot will be €3,900. Next week’s draw takes place at the Decies Bar. Well done to the following winners of our €20 each spot prizes: Geraldine Veale, James O’Leary, Marie Dower, Jay Prendergast and Pat Nugent. Thank you to everyone for your support and congratulations to all our winners CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners this week on eight games each were Eugene O’Halloran and Alan Curran. In joint second on seven games each we had Terry Ledingham and Anne Ledingham, Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower, Podge Cunningham and Edmond Ledingham. Best of the last five were Roger Hynes and Kyle Cunningham. Our lucky last game winners were Maura McGrath and Pa McGrath, Tom Osborne and John Motherway, Liam Curran and Thomas Power.

Well done all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support.

The Suir Valley Photographic Challenge

Tony Fitzgerald, Competition Secretary, presenting Aaron Burchael, Carrick Camera Club, with his award for the Best Beginner Projected Image at the recent Suir Valley Challenge.

Mary Kinsella, Carrick Camera Ccub presents a certificate to Thomas Gee who accepted the award for Tom Treacy, who had the Best Print in Carrick Camera Club.

George O’Mahoney, Chairman of Waterford Camera Club accepts the award for Pat Whelan, who had the Best (Intermediate) Projected Image in the Waterford Camera Club from Frank Cullinane, Chairman of Carrick Camera Club. The perpetual trophy and individual trophies were sponsored by The Cullinane Family, Portlaw in remembrance of their daughter Eleanor who was tragically killed a few years ago.

Richard Denny, Carrick Camera Club presents the award for the Best Clonmel Camera Club Projected Image to Paul Morrissey.

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USB Wristband Awards Presentation Day was recently held at CoderDojo Dungarvan in the Fusion Centre. White, yellow and blue bands were awarded on the day to the young attendees who have learned the required skills, as laid out by the CoderDojo Foundation, in order to attain the colour coded awards.

The current batch of wristbands were purchased with the proceeds from a fundraising event hosted recently by Bank Of Ireland.

Many thanks to Eileen Walsh, Manager Dungarvan BOI and the rest of the staff

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who made us welcome on the day and to whom we are very grateful for their support. Bank Of Ireland very generously matched the funds we raised at the event which made purchase of the wristbands possible.

The young coders store their projects on the bands and work towards achieving the next colour.

The support of the community is essential as CoderDojo Dungarvan is a 100% voluntary run and taught at club.Thank you to Dungarvan Credit Union, Lions Club, Bank Of Ireland, Dunnes Stores and Scouts who have all assisted us in some way over the

past year.

The generosity and participation by the parents is much appreciated also, with a special mention to those who come early to set up, operate the kitchen and try to source anything that is needed for the club.

Well done to our three new youth mentors, Kristen Murphy, David Roche and Dara Baumann who have moved on from being attendees to becoming mentors and are passing on the skills they have learned at CoderDojo.

We would like the public to note that for the moment we cannot take any new members as we are full to capacity and have a substantial waiting list.

We will continue to offer places to those who are already on the waiting list as places become available and will announce when the list re-opens.

White and yellow wristband awardees from the 'Games For Fun' group with mentor Michael Kugel.

Mentors, back; Pawel Lorenc, Brad Norman, Michael Kugel, Jason Power, Jeremy Flynn. Front; John Foley,Greg Anderson, Aoife O'Brien, Owen O'Hara and Danielle Sheehan.

Eileen Walsh, Manager Dungarvan Bank Of Ireland, and BOI staff presenting a cheque to CoderDojo Dungarvan representatives Gearoid O'Donovan and Aoife O'Brien.

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COLAISTE CHATHAIL NAOFA

King Lear Performance THE 6th Year Higher Level English class travelled to Waterford City this week to see Theatre Royal's production of King Lear.

The students are studying the play for their Leaving Certificate. They read the play last year and were delighted to travel to Waterford to see the play being performed.

Theatre Royal certainly succeeded in bringing Shakespeare's tragedy to life for all the 6th Year students present on the day.

The production focused on the key scenes and moments in the play and the cast then discussed these main moments with the students.

The performance was both energetic and entertaining. We wish the students all the best in their revision of this great Shakespearean drama!

ONE BOOK, ONE COMMUNITY The ‘One Book, One Community’ is a community reading project. As part of the ‘One Book, One Community’ project students along with their parents are encouraged to read and discuss the chosen book, along with supporting activities based on the book.

First years in Colaiste Chathail Naofa along with 5th and 6th pupils from four local primary schoolsCarriglea National School, St Joseph’s Primary School, St Mary’s Primary School & Glenbeg Primary School are taking part in this project led by our full time librarian Jessica Whelan and HSCL teacher Janet Dunphy.

There are a total of 111 students along with their class teachers, HSCL teachers and parents. The book chosen is ‘The Butterfly Lion’ by Michael Morpurgo. The official launch of this book was carried out by the renowned story teller Niall de Bruca.

CCN had the pleasure of inviting these four primary schools to our library, where the pupils received a copy of the book to keep and were captivated by Niall’s magical way of storytelling.

An Inter Schools quiz will take part in six weeks time whereby each of the schools will put forward a team. CCN students along with their Art teacher Ms Dobbyn are using this book to create an Art piece for the ‘JCSP Make a Book’.

The HSCL teacher is looking forward to getting the first year parents involved in various planned activities around this book.

A big thank you to all the

primary schools for getting involved.

PRESENTATION TO HERO, DYLAN MURPHY On Friday morning the whole school community met to recognise the outstanding bravery that Dylan Murphy showed for his res-

cue of a person from the Colligan River during Storm Desmond.

Board of Management member Nicky Sheehan spoke about Dylan’s split second reaction and the bravery that he showed.

Nicky also spoke about the importance of respecting

life buoys and emphasised that the rescue would not have been such a success without one.

Austin Flynn, the Chairman of the Board of management, also spoke about Dylan’s bravery and about the importance of water safety.

Pictured above is Mr. Austin Flynn, Chairman of the Board of Management making a presentation to Dylan Murphy on behalf of the college. Also pictured is Mr. Nicky Sheehan, Board of Management member.

Pictured above are the 6th Year Higher Level English class who travelled to Waterford City this week to see Theatre Royal's production of King Lear.

Pictured above are students from Carriglea National School, St. Joseph’s Primary School, St. Mary’s Primary School & Glenbeg Primary School. They are taking part in the One Book, One Community project.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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St. Augustine’s College all round winners of Cross Country

Míchéal Ó Drisleáin, Liam Suipéil, Rónán Ó Domhnaill, Séamus Ó Cadhain, Gráinne Ní Lúbaigh agus Darren Ó Droma ag seoladh 'Idirbhliain i nGaeltacht na nDéise'.

An Coimisinéir Teanga Rónán Ó Domhnaill launches new Transition Year Course in An Rinn THE Irish Language Commissioner Rónán Ó Domhnaill launched a new Transition Year Course in the Waterford Gaeltacht on Saturday last with good interest on the day in this new venture. Coláiste na Rinne in conjunction with Meánscoil San Nioclás have devised a unique Transition Year Course where students will be immersed in the Irish Language. The 5-day boarding course is ideal for students interested in the Irish Language and Culture and particularly for students wishing to pursue a career in education, law, journalism, media and translation services. The Inaugural Transition Year Course will commence in September 2016.

Speaking at the launch, the Commissioner outlined the many advantages of having a Transition Year Course in a Gaeltacht surrounding and said both Coláiste na Rinne and Meánscoil San Nioclás were well partnered to deliver the programme at the highest level. Ó Domhnaill stated the year would “offer a great experience to students who would not only go on a journey of personal development but also as young citizens who will find a love and respect for an Ghaeilge and the heritage and culture

of our nation”.

Principal of Meánscoil San Nioclás is Séamus Ó Cadhain: “Our new Transition Year programme is an energetic, enterprising and an innovative programme. This dynamic, entrepreneurial and pioneering programme ensures that we capitalise on local, national engagement and connectivity.

Both Institutions are renowned for providing an outstanding student experience in the past and our commitment is to make a difference by shaping the future through educating and empowering our students through the medium of Irish. Outstanding recreational, cultural and sporting facilities further enhance this exceptional learning environment.”

Thug Liam Suipéil, Bainisteoir an Choláiste cuntas ar bhuananna an chúrsa nua seo ag trácht ar ‘áiseanna den chéad scoth anseo i gColáiste na Rinne, a chuireann ar ár gcumas freastal ar lucht na hIdirbhliana go héifeachtach’ agus luaigh go raibh ‘an Coláiste ag coinne go mór leis an Idirbhliain seo i nGaeltacht na nDéise a chur chun cinn i gcomhpháirtíocht le Meánscoil San Nioclás a bhfuil dlúthcheangal láidir, fónta

againn léi le fada an lá, chun leanúint leis an dea-obair atá ar siúl ag Coláiste na Rinne ag caomhnú oidhreacht agus chultúr mhuintir na nDéise leis na cianta cairbreacha.’ Ina dhiaidh sin thug Séamus Ó Cadhain, Príomhoide Mheánscoil San Nioclás cur síos ar Chlár an Chúrsa Idirbhliana agus leag sé béim ar an tábhacht a bhaineann le‘dea-cháil na Meánscoile agus Choláiste na Rinne mar dhá institiúid oideachais a sholáthraíonn taithí iomlánaíoch ar ardchaighdeán do dhaltaí.’

Cuireadh na múrtha fáilte roimh Rónán Ó Domhnaill ansin agus é ag tréaslú ‘cur chuige spreagúil, iomlánaíoch’ an tionscnaimh seo le Meánscoil San Nioclás agus le Coláiste na Rinne.

Dúirt An Coimisinéir Teanga go mbainfeadh na daltaí idir thaitneamh agus thairbhe as an Idirbhliain ildánach seo i nGaeltacht na nDéise, cois mara thoir sa Rinn: ‘Cuirfidh an taithí seo lena bhforbairt phearsanta mar aosaigh óga agus mar shaoránaigh óga agus músclóidh sé iontu, chuile dhuine acu, meas agus cion ar an nGaeilge agus ar an dúchas’.

Ag labhairt leis ar an nGaeltacht mar a bhíodh nuair a bunaíódh Coláiste

Ceoltóirí iontacha na Meánscoile ag seinnt ag an seoladh ar an Satharn.

na Rinne, luaigh sé ‘gur shín Gaeltacht na nDéise chomh fada siar le Baile Mhic Códa i gCo Chorcaí agus chomh fada thuaidh leis an gCaisleán Nua i gCo Thiobraid Árann’ ag an am sin agus ‘gur éachtach gur anseo a mhair an Ghaeilge i mbéal an phobail. Níl aon dabht ach go raibh baint anmhór ag Coláiste na Rinne leis an éacht sin’. Mhol sé an Coláiste mar gurbh é a ‘chuir ainm na Gaeltachta bige seo in airde fud fad na hÉireann agus níos faide i gcéin. Chonaiceadar an luach san oidhreacht chultúrtha a bhí i dtaisce na teanga sin. Spreag sé sin misneach in áit an éadóchais’ a dúirt An Coimisinéir Teanga.

Beidh sé i gceist leis an Idirbhliain nua seo ag Coláiste na Rinne i gcomhair le Meánscoil san Nioclás, go mbeidh daltaí ag cur fúthu i gColáiste na Rinne chun feabhas a chur ar a gcuid Gaeilge i gcroílár Ghaeltacht na nDéise.

Clárófar daltaí mar dhaltaí na Meánscoile agus leanfaidh siad cúrsaí acadúla agus curaclaim de réir chlár idirbhliana na Meánscoile.

Cuirfear lóistín iomlán ar fáil do dhaltaí i gColáiste na Rinne cúig oíche sa tseachtain agus is ansin a thabharfaidh siad faoin iliomad cúrsaí seach-churaclaim tar éis uaireanta scoile. Beidh socrúchán oibre cheithre seachtaine mar chuid dhílis den chlár iomlán seo.

Tapófar gach deis chun cúrsaí spóirt, cúrsaí oirfide, turasanna agus imeachtaí a eagrú agus a roinnt le daltaí na Meánscoile, a rachaidh chun tairbhe agus chun leasa an dá dhream. Tá anéileamh ar áiteanna ar an gcúrsa Idirbhliana seo cheana féin, ach tá líón áirithe d’áiteanna fós ar fáil.

Tuilleadh Eolais agus foirmeacha iarratais ar fáil ar www.anrinn.com.

Fón: (058) 46128 R í o m h p h o s t : eolas@anrinn.com

WATERFORD Schools Cross Country was held in the Friary College grounds on Friday, 15th January, 2016.The boys were outright winners, with excellent performances from Ciaran Frisby, Alec Norris, Eoin Flynn, Oisin Morrissey and Hugo Harty, on winning the Minor boys and Michael Troy, Senan Travers, Jack O Floinn, James Hahesy, Gerry Riordan on winning the Junior boys.

The Girls were joint winners with Ard Scoil na nDeise, for the all-round Cup. Again, the Friary put in an excellent performance with Roise Ni Mhuiri, Aine O’Neill, Katie Ahern, Grainne Kiernan, and Tess Curran to finish 2nd team, with the same points as the winners, in the Minor girls. Emma Hallahan led home in 2nd place the Inter girls team followed by Dani Cunningham, Aoibhin Connaughton, Kristen Murphy and Aoife O’Neill. The Senior girls was won by the Friary, with Darina Ni Sheanlaoich 3rd, Caoimhe Dwyer 4th and Chloe Fennell 5th.

Well done to all the Friary athletes who competed.

MUNSTER SENIOR COLLEGES’ CAMOGIE SENIOR “D” St. Augustine’s College 2-5; Coláiste an Chroí Naofa, Carrignavar 0-7.

Our Senior Girls’ Camogie team secured The Friary’s first ever camogie cup when they defeated Coláiste an Chroí Naofa, Carrignavar in an exciting final at Rathpeacan, Co. Cork last weekend. The girls trailed by three points at half time, but put up a spirited display in a second half and the title of Munster Senior Colleges’ Camogie Senior “D” champions.

Congratulations to all the squad on an historic victory and to team coaches Ms Lisa Hanrick and Mr Jason Forrestall.

Team Lineout:

1. Shauna McGrath (Abbeyside) 2. Sibeal Duggan (Dungarvan) 3. Sarah Morrissey (Abbeyside) 4. Kirsten O’Connor (Brickeys) 5.Rachel Donnelly (Brickeys) 6. Megan Dunford (Brickeys) 7. Megan Phelan (Brickeys). Darina Shanley (Brickeys), 9. Caoimhe Dwyer (Brickeys) 10. Catherine Hahessy (Brickeys), 11. Molly Curran (C) (Brickeys) 12. Aisling O’Connor (Brickeys) 13. Siobhan Morrissey (An Rinn), 14.

Kaiesha Tobin (Dungarvan), 15. Sinead Morrissey (An Rinn) Subs: 16. Meadbh Curran (An Rinn) 17. Aoife O’Neill (Brickeys), 18. Mary Kiely (Brickeys), 19.

Saidhbh Walsh, 20. Aine O’Neill (Brickeys), 21.

Eithine Nic Mhurchu (An Rinn), 22. Kailyn O’Donnell (An Rinn), 23. Caoimhe Kiely (An Rinn), 24. Clara Curran(Brickeys) 25. Lucie Denzinger (Brickeys), 26. Aoibhin Connaughton (Brickeys), 27. Roise Ni Mhuirri (An Rinn), 28.

Tara Fraher (Modeligo).

VISIT TO GSK Ms. Heather Foley and her 5th Year LCVP class were welcomed at GSK by Ms. Gillian Whelan, secretary of human resources at GSK, who gave the group a very informed talk on the work of GSK both in Ireland and overseas. Prior to a tour of the production and packaging areas of “Panadol”, the students were provided with protective clothing in the garbing area. The students got the opportunity to interact with the workers which they enjoyed.The conference area was the final leg of their tour where they enjoyed some light refreshments compliments of GSK. Many thanks to Gillian and all at GSK for their hospitality and to Ms. Boyle who organised the trip.

Report compiled by Caoimhe De Burca & Rachel McGuckian (5th Year LCVP)

Minor Girls -1st Year – Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain, Katie Ahearn, Áine O’Neill, Roise ni Mhuiri, Tess Curran, Gráinne Kiernan, Bro Patrick Lennon OSA.

Minor Boys – Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain, Oisín Morrissey, Alec Norris, Eoin Flynn, Hugo Harty, Ciarán Frisby, Bro Patrick Lennon OSA.

Minor & Junior Boys – Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain, D.J. Kiely (2nd Year), Senan Travers (2nd Year), Michael Troy (2nd Year), James Cowler (2nd Year), Bro Patrick Lennon OSA. Front row: James Hahesy (1st Year), David Roche (2nd Year), Gerry Riordan (2nd Year), Jack O’Floinn (2nd Year).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

CBS students who travelled to the Cycle Against Suicide Congress in the RDS.

DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

Opening Act at the Cycle against Suicide Congress in RDS A GROUP of 27 students from the CBS attended the Cycle against Suicide Congress in the RDS in Dublin on the 14th of this month. This event was hosted by the charity as a thank you to all ambassador schools across the country, of which the CBS is one.

Over 4,000 students and teachers from all four corners of the island attended the event. It included speeches from various Celebrities and others who have been affected in some way by Suicide like Kayleigh Cullinan and Mark Pollock, and interviews with Niamh Briggs, Aisling Thompson, and Jessica Smith, as well as several bands such as Walking on Cars,The High Hopes Choir and The Heathers.

All of those involved were there to promote the one core message of the orgainisation: “It’s okay not to be okay and it’s Absolutely okay to ask for help.” Our contribution to this event and its message came in the form of the Opening act.

The Transition Year students designed a house made of packing boxes, with a roof reading “Together We Can”.

We began with one person, Eoghan Burke, onstage on his own, surrounded by the apparent chaotic mess of 40 boxes. He couldn’t do it on his own, so he was encouraged to ask for help

by Stephen Cliffe and when he did, the rest of the group came to his aid and layer by layer built the house. The last layer went up and as the writing “Together We Can” became visible, a resounding cheer rose from the audience to conclude our opening act.

We spent the day watching the event as well as milling around the Industries Hall where several organisations and schools had promotions stands showcasing their work. Among those were SpunOut, ReachOut, An Garda Síochána, Foróige and the No Name Club.

Artwork and displays were presented from various schools and several videos were shown. Overall, the day was a great success, both for the organisation and for all of us who attended. For more information on the wonderful work this charity does, check out cycleagainstsuicide.com

By Eoghan Burke, 5th Year

Teachers Mr. O’Cionnfhaolaidh and Mr. Kelly standing in front of the prop created for the Opening Act of the Cycle against Suicide Congress at the RDS.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Snippets from St. Mary’s Primary School IN St Mary’s we are always busy learning and having great fun. Here’s a snippet of what we’ve been up to over the last few months.

MATHS WEEK Maths trails around our school were only one of the fun activities we carried out during Maths Week. We all really enjoyed the games, trails, puzzles, competitions and challenges we did that week.

GREEN SCHOOLS Our new Green Schools committee was formed and we are all working really hard in order to achieve our 6th Green Flag for Global Citizenship Litter & Waste.

SCIENCE WEEK Another fun and exciting week we had in St Mary’s last term was science week. We got involved in lots of activities including a bubble show, science experiments with Mr. Collins in Ard Scoil na nDeise as well as carrying out new, interesting experiments in our classrooms.

CHRISTMAS As part of our Christmas festivities we were lucky enough to receive a visit from Olaf and Christmas bear who treated us to a dance and sing song which went down a treat.

GO DUNGARVAN / CYCLING We were delighted this year to be able to cycle to our football matches with our coaches and some members from Go Dungarvan. We really enjoyed these cycles as they allowed us to warm up and settle the pre-match nerves PILATES Some children were fortunate to be able to partake in Pilates classes with Helen O’Donovan. The girls really enjoyed the classes and progressed greatly over the course.

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING We competed in cross-country running last term and came away from the event with great results. Well Done girls.

AISTEAR Junior Infants have been busy partaking in Aistear every week and it’s safe to say it’s one of the highlights of their week. They love each activity and are always looking forward to the next one.

ARCHITECTS IN SCHOOLS PROGRAMME Fifth class girls were busy building model houses under the guidance of Muiris O Criostoir and Sinead De Faoite as part of the Architects in Schools Programme. The girls exhibited their houses at the end of the project and each model house looked superb.

ARTS AND CRAFTS We are a very creative bunch here in St. Mary’s where all types of arts and crafts are always happening. Each class creates wonderful pieces of art and displays them beautifully along our corridors and notice boards. You can see in the pictures one example of our talented 4th class who made their very own hats.

CIVIC OFFICES During last term 3rd class had a very enjoyable and informative trip to the Civic Offices. During their visit they met with different members of staff and engaged in many group activities, gaining lots of new interesting facts.

STORY SACK Junior Infants are really enjoying story sacks with volunteer readers who are very kind to give of their time to read us stories.

The children love listening and watching the story come to life through the story mat and the different props and characters contained within the story sack.

These are just some of the activities that happen in our school and we look forward to all fun learning activities to come.

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Éabha Gough, Lia Cunninghan and Lara Prunty of Garranbane NS, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford at the inaugural RDS Primary Science Fair Limerick. This year the Fair spans two cities and two weekends for the first time. The Limerick Fair will see almost 2,000 primary school children display their STEM projects to the general public, with last week’s RDS Primary Science Fair Dublin having hosted over 3,000 students.

[Clare Keogh]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Gavin Allen Ross and Mikey Mullaney of Garranbane N.S., Dungarvan, Co. Waterford at the inaugural RDS Primary Science Fair Limerick. This year the Fair spans two cities and two weekends for the first time. The Limerick Fair will see almost 2,000 primary school children display their STEM projects to the general public, with last week’s RDS Primary Science Fair Dublin having hosted over 3,000 students.

[Clare Keogh]

CARRIGLEA NATIONAL SCHOOL

Settling back after Christmas EVERYONE in Carriglea has settled back after the Christmas break. It is a busy time with lots of great activities in the school at the moment. We welcomed back our Dance Teacher Aine Organ and all the boys and girls are enjoying the Hip Hop. Our hurling coaching continues on Wednesdays with Pat Connaughton and Aileen Hogan has everyone acting and entertaining on Fridays.

Our fifth and sixth classes had a great treat on Thursday compliments of Colaiste

Chathail Naofa. Niall de Burca entertained the boys and girls with his wonderful story telling. This event was to launch the One Book One Community. Each child got a copy of Michael Morpurgo The Butterfly Lion and we look forward to reading it over the next few weeks.Thanks to all at Colaiste Cathal Naofa.

Enrolment forms for September 2016 are available from the school. These should be returned by 29th January.

Boys and girls from Carriglea NS enjoying the story telling at the launch of the One Book One Community in Colaiste Cathal Naofa.

Fire was the Aisteair theme in Carriglea NS this week.

1st/2nd class Carriglea NS with soccer coaches from Dungarvan United. The boys and girls had great fun learning new skills.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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MEANSCOIL SAN NIOCLAS

Idirbhliain Nuálaíoch i nGaeltacht na nDéise seolta ag an gCoimisinéir Teanga Rónán Ó Domhnaill

An Coimisinéir Teanga: Rónán Ó Domhnaill.

D’FHREASTAIL slua mór, ó chian agus ó chóngar ar ócáid stairiúil i gColáiste na Rinne Dé Sathairn 16 Eanáir 2016 seo caite, nuair a sheol an Coimisinéir Teanga, Rónán Ó Domhnaill, Idirbhliain i nGaeltacht na nDéise.

D’fháiltigh an Dr Mícheál Ó Drisleáin, LeasBhainisteoir Choláiste na Rinne roimh an gCoimisinéir Teanga agus thug Liam Suipéil Bainisteoir Choláiste na Rinne cur síos gonta ar stair an Choláiste ó bunaíodh é ag tús an chéid seo caite. Ag trácht dó ar an Idirbhliain nua a bhí le seoladh dúirt sé go raibh ‘áiseanna den chéad scoth anseo i gColáiste na Rinne, a chuireann ar ár gcumas freastal ar lucht na hIdirbhliana go héifeachtach’ agus luaigh go raibh ‘an Coláiste ag coinne go mór leis an Idirbhliain seo i nGaeltacht na nDéise a chur chun cinn i gcomhpháirtíocht le Meánscoil San Nioclás a bhfuil dlúthchean-

gal láidir, fónta againn léi le fada an lá, chun leanúint leis an dea-obair atá ar siúl ag Coláiste na Rinne ag caomhnú oidhreacht agus chultúr mhuintir na nDéise leis na cianta cairbreacha.’

Ina dhiaidh sin thug Séamus Ó Cadhain, Príomhoide Mheánscoil San Nioclás cur síos ar Chlár an Chúrsa Idirbhliana agus leag sé béim ar an tábhacht a bhaineann le ‘dea-cháil na Meánscoile agus Choláiste na Rinne mar dhá institiúid oideachais a sholáthraíonn taithí iomlánaíoch ar ardchaighdeán do dhaltaí.’ Lean sé air a rá go dtuigeann ‘an dá institiúid an ról lárnach atá acu i nGaeltacht na nDéise agus tá siad tiomanta do leas an phobail áitiúil, don Ghaeltacht agus don Ghaeilge’.

Tá seisean go láidir den tuairim ‘go bhfuil Idirbhliain eisceachtúil nuálaíoch á tairiscint ag Meánscoil San Nioclás i gcomhpháirtíocht le Coláiste na Rinne agus go bhfeictear sa togra seo teacht le chéile mórán de bhuanna ilghnéitheacha Ghaeltacht na nDéise, a chuirfidh neart leis an Idirbhliain cheannródaíoch seo agus a leagfaidh bunchloch dhaingean fúithi’.

Cuireadh na múrtha fáilte roimh Rónán Ó Domhnaill ansin agus é ag tréaslú ‘cur chuige spreagúil, iomlánaíoch’ an tionscnaimh seo le Meánscoil San Nioclás agus le Coláiste na Rinne.

Dúirt An Coimisinéir Teanga

go mbainfeadh na daltaí idir thaitneamh agus thairbhe as an Idirbhliain ildánach seo i nGaeltacht na nDéise, cois mara thoir sa Rinn: ‘Cuirfidh an taithí seo lena bhforbairt phearsanta mar aosaigh óga agus mar shaoránaigh óga agus músclóidh sé iontu, chuile dhuine acu, meas agus cion ar an nGaeilge agus ar an dúchas’.

Agus áiseanna iontacha Choláiste na Rinne agus réimse leathan na gcúrsaí agus na ngníomhaíochtaí a bhíonn ar siúl ann ar son na Gaeilge á moladh go hard aige, dúirt an Coimisinéir Teanga go mbíodh ‘Coláiste na Rinne ariamh ar dtús cadhnaíochta i mbearta fónta nuálaíocha ar son na Gaeilge ‘agus dúirt cé gurbh ‘iomaí constaic agus dúshlán a thug Coláiste na Rinne aghaidh air ó chroch Pádraig Ó Cadhla clár dubh…..i mBaile na nGall ag fíorthús an chéid seo caite, nár chlis riamh ar an bhfís sin ná ar a misneach’.

Ag labhairt leis ar an nGaeltacht mar a bhíodh nuair a bunaíódh Coláiste na Rinne, luaigh sé ‘gur shín Gaeltacht na nDéise chomh fada siar le Baile Mhic Códa i gCo Chorcaí agus chomh fada thuaidh leis an gCaisleán Nua i gCo Thiobraid Árann’ ag an am sin agus ‘gur éachtach gur anseo a mhair an Ghaeilge i mbéal an phobail.

Níl aon dabht ach go raibh baint an-mhór ag Coláiste na Rinne leis an éacht sin’.

Mhol sé an Coláiste mar

Daltaí na hIdirbhliana ag Staid Aviva.

Declan Browne, MIR Retreats ar Lá Spioradálta le Daltaí an 3ú Bliain. gurbh é a ‘chuir ainm na Gaeltachta bige seo in airde fud fad na hÉireann agus níos faide i gcéin. Chonaiceadar an luach san oidhreacht chultúrtha a bhí i dtaisce na teanga sin. Spreag sé sin misneach in áit an éadóchais’ a dúirt An Coimisinéir Teanga.

Beidh sé i gceist leis an Idirbhliain nua seo ag Coláiste na Rinne i gcomhair le Meánscoil san Nioclás, go mbeidh daltaí ag cur fúthu i gColáiste na Rinne chun feabhas a chur ar a gcuid Gaeilge i gcroílár Ghaeltacht na nDéise. Clárófar daltaí mar dhaltaí na Meánscoile agus leanfaidh siad cúrsaí acadúla agus curaclaim de réir chlár idirbhliana na Meánscoile. Cuirfear lóistín iomlán ar fáil do dhaltaí i gColáiste na Rinne cúig oíche sa tseachtain agus is ansin a thabharfaidh siad faoin iliomad cúrsaí seachchuraclaim tar éis uaireanta scoile. Beidh socrúchán oibre cheithre seachtaine mar chuid dhílis den chlár iomlán seo.

Tapófar gach deis chun cúrsaí spóirt, cúrsaí oirfide, turasanna agus imeachtaí a eagrú agus a roinnt le daltaí

na Meánscoile, a rachaidh chun tairbhe agus chun leasa an dá dhream.

‘Tá an-éileamh ar a mhacasamhail de chúrsa ‘ dar le Liam Suipéil, Bainisteoir Choláiste na Rinne ‘agus ó bunaíodh Scoil na Leanaí in 1919 bíonn Coláiste na Rinne lárnach agus gníomhach i nGaeltacht na nDéise chun gach iarracht a dhéanamh easnaimh sa mhargadh a líonadh agus cúrsaí a chur ar siúl do dhaoine gur mian leo an Ghaoluinn a fhoghlaim’ Is trí mheán na Gaeilge go hiomlán a reachtálfar clár na hIdirbhliana seo agus tabharfar gach tacaíocht do dhaltaí, chun cabhrú leo ar a gcúrsa teanga. Leanfar leis an gcúrsa aitheanta TEG (Teastas Eorpach sa Ghaeilge) le deimhin a dhéanamh de go dtabharfar dúshlán do dhaltaí a mianach a bhaint amach ag an leibhéal cuí. Eagrófar ceardlanna sna meáin agus i léiriúchán scannáin / teilifíse mar chuid lárnach den chúrsa.

Leag Séamus Ó Cadhain, Príomhoide Mheánscoil San Nioclás béim ar thábhacht agus ar bhuntáistí aitheanta an Tumoideachais don fhoghlaimeoir Gaeilge agus ‘mar a chumasaítear an dalta tríd a leithéid de thaithí, taithí a chuireann go mór lena fhorbairt phearsanta, acadúil agus shóisialta go fadtréimhseach’.

Beidh an Idirbhliain ildánach seo an-oiriúnach go deo do dhaltaí a bheidh ag tabhairt faoi scrúdú Gaeilge na hArdteistiméireachta agus do dhéagóirí gur suim leo an Ghaeilge, cúrsaí cultúrtha agus oidhreachta. D’oirfeadh sé go seoigh do dhaltaí a mbeadh suim acu gairmeacha beatha a leanúint i réimsí an oideachais, an dlí, na meán, na hiriseoireachta, na teangeolaíochta agus an aistriúcháin agus i ngairmeacha eile nach iad.

Ag tagairt dó d’Oireachtas na Samhna ó chianaibh agus ar an tuarascáil a sheol sé faoi Nua-chainteoirí na Gaeilge, luaigh An Coimisinéir Teanga, Rónán Ó Domhnaill ‘gur chuimnigh na daoine seo ar uair nó ar ócáid chinniúnach ina saol a mhúscail ina gcroíthe cion agus dílseacht don teanga agus a mhúscail iad le cur lena gcumas sa teanga sin agus feidhm phraicticiúil a chruthú di ina saol, mar theanga bheo’.

Dar leis go mbeidh an Idirbhliain seo i nGaeltacht na nDéise mar cheann de mhórócáidí cinniúnacha na ndaltaí seo agus ghuígh sé gach rath agus beannacht ar an gcúrsa: ‘go raibh líon mór de chainteoirí Gaeilge amach anseo a bheidh ag smaoineamh siar le cion agus le comaoin ar an tréimhse iontach, aoibhinn sin a chaitheadar anseo ar an gcúrsa Idirbhliana, ar na cairde a rinneadar, ar an fhoghlaim a rinneadar, mar cheann de na heachtraí móra ina n-óige’.

Tá an-éileamh ar áiteanna ar an gcúrsa Idirbhliana seo cheana féin, ach tá líón áirithe d’áiteanna fós ar fáil.

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Fón: (058) 46128 Ríomhphost: eolas@anrinn.com DALTAÍ NA HIDIRBHLIANA AG TAISPEÁNTAS BT 2016 DEN EOLAÍ ÓG IS DEN TEICNEOLAÍOCHT Tús maith leath na hoibre a deir an seanfhocal agus más fíor sin is cinnte gur mar sin a chuir daltaí na hIdirbhliana tús leis an Athbhliain agus iad gan a bheith ach lá thar n-ais ar scoil. Ba chuma leo an moch éirí ar an gCéadaoin 7 Eanáir nuair a d’imigh siad le beirt mhúinteoirí Eolaíochta na scoile, Dan Ó Floinn agus Karen Cashman ar bhus go dtí an RDS i mBaile Átha Cliath, áit ar fhreastail siad ar Thaispeántas BT 2016 den Eolaí Óg is den Teicneolaíocht. Chuir siad suim mhór sna tionscnaimh agus sna tograí ar fad agus bhain siad an-súp as an seans bualadh le go leor, leor daltaí eile ó scoileanna éagsúla ó cheann ceann na tíre.

Ní raibh deireadh lena sodar ansin áfach, ach ar aghaidh leo go dtí Staid Aviva, áit inar tugadh turas dóibh ar an staid iontach ina n-imrítear rugbaí agus sacar agus ina mbíonn go leor, leor ceolchoirmeacha móra ar siúl. Ní fios ach go mbeidh cuid d’fhir is de mhná óga na hIdirbhliana i measc na réaltaí spóirt nó ceoil a imreoidh nó a sheinnfidh ann sa todhchaí.

Lá fada gnóthach a bhí acu an lá úd i mBaile Átha Cliath agus gach aoinne lánsásta leis an dea-thús a chuir sé le hAthbhlain na hIdirbhliana dóibh. Tá na daltaí ag coinne

go mór leis na heachtraí is na himeachtaí ar fad atá geallta agus eagraithe do lucht na hIdirbhliana sna míonna atá amach romhainn.

Go n-éirí leo!

LÁ SPIORADÁLTA AN TRÍÚ BLIAIN Ghlac daltaí an Tríú Bliain sos ó chúramaí an tsaoil agus ón dianstaidéar ag deireadh na chéad seachtaine thar n-ais san Athbhliain, nuair a tháinig Declan Browne ó MIR Retreats chun na scoile chun Lá Spioradálta a stiúradh le daltaí Bhliain 3. Bíonn na daltaí ag coinne go mór le teacht Declan i gcónaí mar go bhfuil bua iontach aige cuimhneamh ar gach aon dalta, gach aoinne a chur ar a shuaimhneas agus rannpháirtíocht gach uile dhuine a chinntiú. Bhain na scoláirí ar fad an-súp go deo as an lá spioradálta i mbliana agus chuir sé tús síochánta, dearfach leis an Athbhliain dóibh.

Fágann Declan agus na laethanta spioradálta sin deaaoibh agus rian na deamhéine ar fud na scoile agus nach iontach sin do chách.

Go maire sé!.

SÍNIS Á MÚINEADH I MEÁNSCOIL SAN NIOCLÁS Cuireadh tús leis an gcúrsa Sínise Dé Luain 11 Eanáir 2016 nuair a thosaigh Lihong Zhao (Tida) ar a cuid ranganna Sínise le lucht na hIdirbhliana.

Díríonn an cúrsa ar Shínis laethúil agus ar an gcultúr Síneach. Urraithe ag Ceanncheathrú Institiúid Chonfúicias sa tSín agus ag Institiúid Chomfúicias Choláiste na hOllscoile, Corcaigh tá sé mar sprioc ag an gcúrsa seo suim na nglantosnaitheoirí a chothú sa tSínis féin, eolas a thabhairt dóibh ar chultúr na Sínise agus daoine óga a mhealladh chun staidéar a dhéanamh ar an tSínis agus ar stair, nósanna agus sochaí na Síne amach anseo.

Leagtar an-bhéim ar chomhtháthú na teanga agus an chultúir chun cur le spraoíúlacht na foghlama agus bíonn dlúthcheangal ag ábhair an ranga le saol na ndaltaí óga in Éirinn agus sa tSín.

Bhí daltaí na hIdirbhliana an-bhródúil as an dul chun cinn a dhein siad le linn na chéad tréimhse le Lihong agus tá siad ag súil go mór leis an gcéad rang eile léi. Go n-éirí a dturas teanga leo.

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SCHOOLS/OBITUARY DICK McKEOWN Chapel Road, Stradbally, Co. Waterford

Transition Year students displaying their Enterprise projects at Ard Scoil na nDéise.

ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Transition Year Enterprise Project Display ON FRIDAY, 8th January, the Transition Year’s held the annual Enterprise Display. Here we had the opportunity to display our Mini Companies that we've been setting up since early this school year. We all set out on Friday morning, displaying our products, hanging up posters and decorating stalls in efforts to make our stalls as vibrant and attractive as possible. There was a huge variety of Enterprises, and we were applauded by Mrs. Hughes for having new and creative ideas, some of which she had never seen being done before. Teachers were invited to view all the stalls, and they voted for their favourite mini company. These votes, along with the votes of a second year class were then used to decide which companies will go to W.I.T. Sports Complex on the 23rd January.

Here Enterprises from all Schools in Waterford and Waterford City will be displayed, and judged. It will be a huge event and WLR will be present. All are welcome to come down and have a look

around at all of the fantastic ideas and products. The qualifiers from Ard Scoil na nDeise are Dungarvan Calendars, Lake Facial Masks,TY Turkmas, Loomolicious, Safely Splash and T.Y. Tinder.

Eileen Fitzgerald,Transition Year FEAST DAY MASS TO CELEBRATE 25th ANNIVERSARY OF ARD SCOIL NA nDÉISE Bishop Cullinan has kindly agreed to celebrate our Feast Day Mass which will take place on Friday, January 29th in St. Mary’s Parish Church at 12.00 noon. We usually celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes in February, but the change of date is necessary this year because of the early PreJunior and Pre-Leaving Certificate exams. On the day we will be joined by many staff members from 1990, as well as local Mercy and Presentation Sisters, a representative from our present Trust CEIST and some other guests.

Parents / guardians and other family members are very welcome to attend the Mass.

Transition Year students displaying their Enterprise projects at Ard Scoil na nDéise.

It is with deep sadness we record the passing of Dick McKeown, Chapel Road, Stradbally, on 7th January, 2016, which sad event occurred at University Hospital Waterford.

Dick was a quiet, unassuming man.

He was a family man who loved the simple things in his life, like his garden and being out in nature. He was a loyal and devoted worker of Waterford County Council for most of his life, until his retirement.

Dick will be sadly missed by his family, his many friends and his neighbours.

May he rest in peace.

Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Saturday, 9th January, to the Holy Cross Church, Stradbally. Remains were received and blessed on arrival by Fr. Condon, P.P., after which Mass was celebrated by Fr. Condon, P.P. Readings were delivered by Amy Cusack and Vincent Lenihan. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Martin Lynch (son-in-law) and Matthew Lynch (grandson). Music was provided by Dessie Norris. Interment took place in the adjoining cemetery.

Chief mourners were Michael (son); Patricia (daughter-in-law); Martin Lynch (son-in-law); Matthew and Richard Lynch (grandchildren); great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, neighbours and friends.

Month’s Mind Mass will take place on Friday, 19th February, at 7.30 p.m., at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally.

(Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

ALICE DUGGAN (nee Treacy) Villierstown We record with sadness the passing of Alice Duggan (nee Treacy), Villierstown, under the tender care of staff at St. Francis’ Ward, Dungarvan Community Hospital, on Sunday, 3rd January.

Alice was born on 7th March, 1932. She lived in Villierstown, married her husband Michael and ran her family pub for many years. Alice was predeceased by her husband Michael, whom she missed dearly over the years. She spent her latter years as a patient at Dungarvan Community Hospital where she was cared for with great kindness and where her every need was met with utmost consideration. Alice was completely devoted to her prayers and her Rosary.

Alice lay in repose in Dungarvan Community Hospital Chapel with prayers said on Tuesday evening by Rev. Fr. O’Connor, P.P., Aglish, in the presence of relatives, Hospital staff and friends.

Funeral Mass was celebrated in Aglish Church on the Feast of the Epiphany (Wednesday, 6th January) by Fr. O’Connor, P.P. Alice was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery following Mass. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by Dina Walshe and Aglish Choir.

We extend our sympathy to Alice’s relatives and friends. May she rest in peace.

Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 6th February, at 5.00 p.m. in the Church of the Assumption, Aglish.

(Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

MARY (Moll) WALSH Boola, Ballynatray, Youghal It is with sorrow and regret we record the passing of Mary (Moll) Walsh, Boola, Ballynatray, Youghal, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 13th January, 2016, in Youghal Community Hospital.

Reposing at Walsh’s Funeral Home, Tallow, on Thursday evening Rosary and funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P., in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends.

On Friday evening Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends before removal took place to the Sacred Heart Church, Knockanore. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday afternoon by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P. Readings were recited by niece Laura Silke and nephew Sean Walsh. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by grandnieces Katie and Emma Silke and her neighbour Aoife Butler. A lovely selection of music and hymns was provided by Liam Dalton. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by daughter Angela and sister-inlaw Mai. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Moll was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May she rest in peace.

We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving daughter Angela Wood; brother John; sister-in-law Mai; nephew Sean; niece Laura; grandson Malcolm; grandnieces Emma, Katie and Caoimhe; relatives, neighbours and friends.

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

MICHAEL (Matty) MAHONY Hacketstown, Old Parish We record with sadness and regret the passing of Michael (Matty) O’Mahony which sad event occurred on Monday, 11th January, at UHW. Matty only arrived at hospital on Sunday evening and passed away, very peacefully, on Monday night.

Matty was a very quiet, unassuming man, who worked most of his life for the farming community. He will be remembered by many as he was seen day and night passing along on his bicycle.

Matty enjoyed the simple life – all he wanted was a fire to sit at and his pipe full of tobacco. He loved to chat to his neighbours and talk about life years ago. He was very respectful of people, especially women and he always addressed them with respect and was always mannerly in their company. He loved Old Parish and wanted to be laid to rest where “I lived all my life.” He was in the care of Tom and Margaret and their family for many years, although he was mobile up to the end.

Lying in repose at Drohan’s Funeral Home, Rosary was recited by Sr. Alice and the large congregation of family and neighbours and friends on Wednesday evening.

Removal was on Thursday to the Church of the Nativity of Our Lady in Old Parish. Funeral Mass was officiated by Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P. Burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Prayers were read by Colin O’Mahony, Kim O’Mahony and Nathan O’Mahony.

Margaret and Tom would like to thank the staff of CareDoc, the Ambulance men and all the Medical personnel at Waterford for their care and respect that was given to Matty. Thanks to all who attended the Rosary and removal. A special word of thanks to Drohan’s Funeral Directors who helped us immensely and were courteous throughout.

Deepest sympathy to Tom and Margaret and family; to all Matty’s cousins, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Month’s Mind Mass for Matty will be celebrated at the Church of the Nativity of Our Lady, Old Parish, on Tuesday, 9th February, at 10.00 a.m.

(Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

NORA MORRISSEY Ballylane, Grange, Youghal, Co. Waterford It is with deep regret that we record the passing of Nora Morrissey which sad event occurred at University Hospital Waterford on Friday, 1st January, 2016.

Nora was one of nature’s ladies.

Above all else, she was a devoted wife and mother. Married to Mick for 62 years, they lived together on their small farm, and her family was Nora’s greatest love. She revelled in her grandchildren, calling to visit and everyone was welcomed into her home in the same way – with a cup of tea. Nora’s kettle was always on the boil. She also had a great love for animals, especially the dogs and horses on the farm. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew her and her passing has left a huge void within her family and her community.

May she Rest in Peace.

Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Sunday to St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore.The remains were received and blessed on arrival by Fr. Guiry, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Fr. Guiry, P.P. The readings were delivered by Shanise McCarthy and Liz McCarthy.

Prayers of the Faithful were read by Dylan Hackett, Trevor Morrissey, Lorraine Morrissey, Michelle Morrissey and Rachel Morrissey. Hymns were rendered by Dinah Walsh. Burial took place afterwards in the Round Tower Cemetery, Ardmore.

Chief mourners were Mick (husband); Phil and Bridget (daughters); Paddy, Johnny, Michael and the late Tom (sons); Tessie (sister); grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Month’s Mind Mass for Nora Morrissey will take place in St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore, on Tuesday, 2nd February, at 10.00 a.m.

(Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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DAVID FLEMING Clonea Road, Abbeyside, Dungarvan We record with deep sadness and regret the passing of David Fleming which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 5th January, 2016, at University Hospital Waterford. David was sadly predeceased by his dear wife Louise (nee O’Connor), by his daughter Jane, his sister Betty Donoghue and brother-in-law Jim Donoghue.

David was born on 14th June, 1934, and completed his formal education at boarding school in Mount Melleray. From an old Dungarvan business family, he worked for many years in the family concern, Fleming’s Bar and Shop in Grattan Square which was widely known and renowned for its tea. Indeed, it was a landmark in the centre of Dungarvan and patronised by a wide clientele. Subsequently, David was employed at Bridge Motors and then took up a position with IFAC Accountants where his role involved visiting farms, recording information which was then used in producing the various annual accounts. Very diligent and hardworking, David’s kindly nature and quiet, unassuming, gentle disposition endeared him to all those he met through his work.

A man of varied interests and pastimes, in years goneby David was a keen golfer and also treasured his regular games of Bridge. Gardening was another particular favourite and he tended the plants, flowers and shrubs with care and attention. Indeed, the beauty of the family garden on Clonea Road was often remarked upon. Music was also cherished with classical and opera a particular interest. The various worldwide performances of the famed Dutch musician Andre Rieu were followed keenly on television by David.

Together David and Louise had lovingly raised seven children and family was the very cornerstone of his existence. Louise’s passing in April 2013 left a huge void in his life and over the past number of years David had suffered from illness which he battled bravely and courageously, enjoying the wonderful care and attention of his loving family and the Home Care team. A man of deep Christian faith and a daily Massgoer, may he now be at peace in his Heavenly home. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

David is sadly missed and deeply mourned by his children Alan, Elma, Joseph, Dave, Mark and Marie Therese; son-in-law Richard Ronayne; daughters-in-law Jacqui and Chris; grandchildren Lucy, Suzi, Mollie, Jack, Riley and Lexi-Lou; sisters-in-law Breda O'Brien and Joan Horan; nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

On Sunday evening, January 10th, David lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, and in the presence of his family, relatives and friends Fr. Michael Curran led the recitation of the Rosary.

Removal took place on Monday morning, January 11th, to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, en route the cortege paused in remembrance in Grattan Square and at the family home on the Clonea Road. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for David’s life was celebrated

by Fr. Ned Hassett, assisted by Fr. Jim Curran, Fr. Michael Curran and Fr. Cornelius Kelleher. The Liturgy of the Word was read by Mark (son). The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Mollie, Lucy, Suzi and Jack (all grandchildren) and the Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine were presented at the Altar by Jacqui Henley (daughter-in-law) and Richard Ronayne (son-in-law). Throughout the Mass the beautiful singing and music of Emer Tobin and Ann Ryan was greatly appreciated.

Afterwards David was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Parish Cemetery, Dungarvan. Fr. Hassett, P.P., imparted the graveside blessing and led the Rite of Committal. May David rest in peace after his earthly journey.

David will be prayed for at Mass in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, on Saturday, 6th February, at 7.00 p.m. and the Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated at 7.00 p.m. on Wednesday, 16th March, in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside.

OBITUARY ANNE BOLGER Main Street, Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford It is with feeling of great sadness and regret we record the passing of Anne Bolger, Main Street, Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred unexpectedly at her home on 7th January, 2016.

Reposing at her home on Monday, Rosary was recited in the presence of her loving family, neighbours and friends by Rosary Committee member Mai Flynn.

Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Tuesday evening, Ballyduff Parish Council members Helen Moroney and Abina Ahearne recited funeral prayers in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends before removal took place to St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Wednesday morning by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. Sean Cotter. Symbols representing Anne’s life were presented to the Altar by her daughtersin-law Nicole (a book), June (flowers), Caroline (family photograph) and sister-in-law Terri (Anne's hat); these were narrated by son Dermot.

Readings during the Mass was recited by son Maurice and granddaughter Bronagh. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grandchildren Aideen, Clodagh and Shane Bolger and nieces Nora O’Leary and Helen O’Riordan. Anne-Marie O’Keeffe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Anne’s sons Brendan and Kieran presented the Offertory Gifts to the Altar.

Followed Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Ballyduff. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers, where Anne was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

May she rest in peace.

We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving sons Maurice, Kieran, Dermot and Brendan; brothers Noel and Joe O’Riordan; sisters Bríd Geary and Agnes Helm; daughters-in-law Nicole, D’Arne, June and Caroline; grandchildren Conor, Ronan, Ashton, Bronagh, Aideen, Clodagh, Matthew and Shane; brother-in-law Leo Helm; sisters-in-law Terry, Irene, Maura, Carol and Gladys; nephews, nieces, relatives, kind neighbours and friends.

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

LEONARD FRASER 2 Convent Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford

It is with sorrow and regret we record the unexpected passing of Patric Martin at just 20 years which sad event occurred on the 12th January, 2016, loving son of Pat Martin, Ballyduff Upper, and Niamh McGrath, Belleville, Cappoquin.

Deeply regretted by his heartbroken parents Pat and Niamh; loving brother of William, Meghan and Alison; Granny Lena; the Martin family, Ballyduff Upper; the McGrath family, Affane, and the extended Hannon family, Ballyduff Upper; relatives, neighbours and friends.

Reposing at Fairchild Sons, Funeral Home, 1201 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, New York, on Friday where family and friends gathered to offer their support to the family.

Private Cremation service took place on Saturday. Funeral Service will be offered here at a later date.

It is with feeling of sincere sadness and regret we record the passing of Leonard Fraser, 2 Convent Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford, loving brother of the late Geraldine (Oakham), which sad event occurred peacefully on 14th January, 2016, surrounded by his loving family, in the tender and loving care of the staff at Marymount University Hospital, Cork.

Reposing at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Thursday evening Fr. M. Melican, O.C.D., recited Rosary in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends.

On Friday evening funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. M. Melican, O.C.D., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and many friends before removal took place to the Immaculate Conception Church, Tallow. Members of Brideview United Club formed a guard of honour which accompanied the hearse to the Immaculate Conception Church. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. On Saturday morning Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. G McNamara, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Symbols representing Leonard’s life were presented to the Altar by daughter Laura (a suduko book), son Kieran (Brideview jersey), daughter Marie (family photograph), nephew Stephen (Everton jersey), brother Liam (a referee whistle); these were narrated by Sr. Teresa Fraser.

Readings were recited by daughters Marie and Laura. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Con Fraser, Stephen and Joe Fraser, AnnMarie Oakham, Alan Tobin and Jayne-Olive Tobin. Tallow Parish Choir provided a lovely selection of music and hymns during the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Nora Tobin and Ellen Daly.

A Communion reflection was read by Sr. Teresa Fraser; son Kieran delivered a very moving and fitting eulogy to his father; following this the funeral congregation listened to the Choir led by Dina Walshe, organist, singing the anthem “Olè Olè Olè,” a moving tribute and very heartfelt moment.

Following Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Leonard was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, friends and a large cortege of mourners.

May he rest in peace.

We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Mary (Moll), (nee Dalton); daughters Laura and Marie; son Kieran; brothers Liam and Raymond; mother-in-law Teresa; sisters-in-law Sheila and Eileen; brother-in-law Sean Oakham; nephews, nieces, extended Dalton family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

(Funeral arrangements by Fairchild Sons, Funeral Home, 1201 Franklin Avenue, Garden City, New York).

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PATRIC MARTIN Garden City, New York, and Ballyduff Upper

49 MONICA O’REILLY (nee Daniels) Lower Main Street, Dungarvan We record with sadness the passing of Monica O’Reilly which sad event occurred at CareChoice Nursing Home on 19th December, 2015.

Monica was born on 5th May, 1925, to Jack and Margaret Daniels, Main Street, Dungarvan. She attended the Convent of Mercy School and in her early 20s emigrated to England and studied and graduated from Chelsea College London and then went on to work there as a Pharmaceutical Technician.

Monica had a keen interest in music all her life and was always encouraged by her father who was a founder member of the Dungarvan Brass & Reed Band. She had a love of travel and she became a frequent traveller to different parts of the world and in particular to Lourdes where she had visited on eleven occasions with the Waterford & Lismore Pilgrimage. Monica was an avid reader and was a familiar sight leaving the Library with a bag of books which she would read in a week. Monica was predeceased by her only son John, who died in August 2014.

Lying in repose at Drohan’s Funeral Home on Monday evening.

Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. Jim Mountain, nephew of Monica, in the presence of family and friends and removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.

On Tuesday morning the Funeral Mass was concelebrated by Fr. Harris, C.C., and Fr. Jim Mountain. The Prayers of the Faithful were read by her nephew Fr. Jim and the Lessons were shared by her grandnephews Owen Hennessy, Eamon, Shanie and Sean Crotty and cousin Bridie Nagle. The Offertory Gifts were brought to the Altar by her nieces Josephine McCarthy and May Hennessy. Much appropriate music by Lorna Jane Murray. The pallbearing duties were carried out by her grandnephews Eamon, Shanie and Sean Crotty, Ian Hennessy, Pakie McCarthy and Mark Prendergast. Burial took place in St. Augustine’s Cemetery, Abbeyside. Fr. Mountain officiated the graveside prayers where Monica was laid to rest.

We extend our sincere sympathy to her nieces and nephews and extended family.

May she rest in peace.

Monica’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, 27th January, 2016, in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, at 10.00 a.m.

(Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

BRENDAN LOFTUS Ballyguiry, Dungarvan, and formerly of Dublin Much sadness and regret was expressed with the passing of Brendan Loftus on Sunday, 17th January, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Dublin, we express our deepest sympathy to Brendan’s partner Marie; wife Jackie; children Rían, Keelan, Ethan, Finley, Orain, Keiana, Jessica, Mandy and Nicole; brothers Stephen and Pat; sister Dina Hopkins; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.

Rosary was recited at the Kiely Funeral Home on Tuesday, 19th January, in the presence of Brendan’s family, relatives and friends.

Removal will take place today Wednesday, 20th January, at 10.15 a.m. from the Kiely Funeral Home to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, for Requiem Mass at 11.00 a.m. Interment will take place afterwards in St. Mary’s Old Churchyard.

May Brendan rest in peace.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MARY MOONEY Kilcolman, Old Parish Profound feelings of sadness and sympathy were evoked with the passing of Mary Mooney on Friday, 15th January, at University Hospital Waterford.

From an agricultural background Mary was an accomplished camogie player in her youth. She was sadly predeceased by her dear sister Kathleen just a few short days ago on Monday, 4th January.We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Kathleen and Mary’s brother William, their relatives, neighbours and friends.

Removal took place on Sunday, 17th January, from the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, to Our Lady of the Nativity Church, Old Parish.

Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Mary’s life was offered by Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., on Monday morning, 18th January. Afterwards Mary was laid to rest beside her sister Kathleen in the adjoining cemetery. May they now be reunited in their Heavenly home. Ar dheis Dé go raibh siad.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

50 PAT Ó MURCHADHA The Bronx, New York, agus Cnocán an Phaoraigh, Rinn Ó gCuanach It was with great sadness that all of his family, relatives and friends on both sides of the Atlantic learned of Pat’s death on the 12th December, 2015, after a short duration of illness. Cé gurb eol dúinn go raibh a shláinte ag teip le tamaill, is beag a shíleamar go n-imeodh sé uainn chomh h-obann san ar deireadh.

Saolaíodh Pat an té ba shine de cúigear clainne Pheig agus Danny Uí Mhurchadha sa Rinn le linn an Chogadh Mhór sa bhlian 1940.

Tar éis do a chuid bun scoilíochta a chríochnú sa Rinn, thug sé trí bliana mar scoláire chónaithe i gcoláiste Aibhaistín Dúngarbhán. Bhí sé mar bhall den fhoireann scoile a ghlac páirt in comórtas choláistí na Mumhan. Bhuaigh sé bonn contae le foireann mhiniúir na Rinne sa bhlian 1955. Faraoir ní raibh achar teoranta an tseomra ranga in oiriúnt do mhodhanna foghlama Pat agus ba ghairid go raibh sé ag tabhairt aghaidh ar an saol mór,- saol na hoibre.

Ba le Paddy Phats Ó Cuirrín agus a chlann feirmeoirí fáilteach flaithiúil áitiúil a thosnaigh sé agus is leis a chaith sé a chuid ama, ar feadh bliain nó dhó. Is minic é a aithris dúinn gurb iad cuid des na laethanta ab fhearr a chaith sé le linn a óige, go háirithe ag dul chuig cluichí craoibhe na Mumhan agus craobh na hÉireann san iománaíocht sa bhliain 1957.

Mar a dhein mórán eile ins na caogaidí chuaigh Pat dtí Sasana ag lorg oibre lena chara Tommy Carey. Is ann a chaith sé blianta ar fud na tíre san, in tionscal na tógála nó go bhfuair sé an deis chun dul go dtí na Stáit Aontaithe in 1963.

Ba bhreá linn bheith ag cur i gcóir dos na cuairteanna rialta a thugadh Pat abhaile nuair a bhíomar óg, agus go deimhin níor tháinig sé riamh lena lámha ag crothadh.

Bíonn an siúlach eolach a deir an seanfhocal, agus i gcás Pat gheofaí é seo a dhearbhú, mar go raibh sé iniúil labhairt ar mórán abhair, cúrsaí reatha, polaitaíocht, spóirt. Bhí an- dhúil aige in léamh chomh maith, agus ní raibh aon lá ann nár léigh sé an pháipéar laethúil.

New York was home from home, as Pat had many relations and friends and in next to no time had settled into the work environment and the American way, while never forgetting about home and visited at regular intervals when at all possible. The GAA scene and Gaelic Park were central to weekend activities and many is the eachtra that was recounted about the matches played there over the decades in the sun. Pat had the honour of winning a medal with Waterford in the New York Championship in 1971.

Word spread in 1975 about work possibilities in Alaska, when the Trans Alaskan Pipeline company were undertaking a huge project in the sub Artic region, that only the toughest of individuals would endure. Again Pat rose to the challenge and along with his good friend Joe Whelan from Brickey country, set off on this epic journey. Having worked long and hard for four or five years in Alaska, in temperatures sometimes as low as -30֯c and with very limited social occasions, there was plenty of time for reflection. The time had come to return and settle down at home, after twenty years and more toiling on foreign soil.

Tháinig Pat abhaile agus shocraigh sé síos ag deireadh na seachtaidí, tar éis dó suíomh a cheannach ó Teddy Curran agus tigh a thógaint le cabhair a dheartháir Noel. Tar éis pósadh agus clann a thosnú, bhí an t-am tagtha roinnt oibre a lorg arís, agus ar dtús dhein sé roinnt iascaireacht go h-áitiúil, ansan thug sé seal ag obair le Radleys agus Stafford Miller mar a raibh sé ag obair ar feadh roinnt bhlianta maraon le dualgaisí céard cumann na n-oibraithe ann.

Is le linn na haimseara seo isea a chuireamar aithne ceart ar Phat, mar i bhfírinne roimhe seo ba chuairteoir é ag teacht is ag imeacht inár measc ar saoire. Anois bheadh deis cabhrú lena chéile chun pé tograí a bhí idir lámhaibh a chur i gcríoch, gan trácht ar chomhoibriú le heagraíochtaí paróiste go háirithe an Cumann Lúthchleas Gael.

Luigh sé isteach ar gach gné de obair an chumainn, mar bhall coiste. mar chisteoir, mar roghnóir, mar treoireoir, fiú amháin mar imreoir más buan mo chuimhne, d’imir sé an taon cluiche peile fásta riamh leis An Rinn i rith an tréimhse seo. Le linn obair forbartha sa pháirc imeartha agus Comórtas Peile na Gaeltachta 1984 bhí sé i lár an aonaigh chun pé chabhair ba ghá a thabhairt gan ceist a chur.

Bhí an mheas ag Pat ar gach ghné de chultúr na hÉireann, agus cé go raibh sé as baile an chuid is mó dá shaol, níor fhleasc leis comhrá a bheith aige ina theanga dhúchais. Ba bhreá leis a bheith ag éisteacht le ceol agus amhráintí Ghaelach, go háirithe lena chara Nioclás Tóibín go raibh cion ar leith aige dó.

Ba mhór againn an chaint agus an craic ag dul dtí’s na cluichí iomána i nDúrlas Éile, agus ba mhó fós an ruaileadh buaileadh agus sinn ag filleadh tar éis greadadh ceart a fhulaingt ó Chorcaigh ach go h-áirithe.

Bhain Pat an-taithneamh as na blianta a chaith sé ina thír dhúchais ag obair, ag déanamh ionadaíocht ceard cummainn agus ag cur aithne agus caradas ar an glúin nua clainne, a bhí ag fás suas ag an am.

Ach bhí tarraingt an taistealaí ag tathaint air arís agus ghéill sé in 1989 nuair a bhailigh sé leis arís agus chuaigh thar n-ais dtí Nua

OBITUARY Eabhrach, chun buaileadh le sean cháirde agus le cáirde nua ar ócáidí shoisialta agus go mór mhór thimpeall an ceantair céanna inar chónaigh sé cheana. Níorbh fhada go raibh Pat ar ais ar a shean léim ag obair agus ag buaileadh lena cháirde arís in Gaelic Park agus sa Bronx.

While being greatly missed at home, Pat got back into the run of things again, abroad renewing friendships with work colleagues and old acquaintances. He had the honour of serving a term as President of The Waterfordman’s Association, a body that organises social functions to honour native Waterford achievers, in sporting and other pursuits. Regular communication with home was always a priority, and the local games were more often than not the topic of conversation and especially enquiring about the state of play with An Rinn. True to Pat’s form, he seemed to have more detailed information than ourselves and sure that was not surprising as he invariably had many sources on tap.

The regular visits home continued and we looked forward to the occasion when required to drive to Shannon and bring Pat back home for another seasonal get-together. There was always a hectic social schedule to be adhered to during these frequent visits, and one dare not ask “when are you going back Pat?” His last visit home was for a family celebration occasion five years ago, and this was because of some health problems that impeded his ability to travel. Pat remained the constant communicator and remained positive until the end.

Pat reposed in William’s Funeral Home, The Bronx, on Thursday, 17th December, where a large number of relatives and friends attended to pay their last respects. The Waterfordman’s Association provided a guard of honour and their President Mr. Peter Albert McKay paid tribute to Pat in a moving speech that was so appropriate and appreciated by all present.

A post funeral social gathering was held at Gaelic Park, where refreshments were well received amongst friends who had plenty of stories to recount about Pat and his many years of wonderful experiences in the U.S. Mr. Phelan made a presentation of a sash on behalf of The Waterfordman’s Association to the family and what a treasured momento this will present as we reflect on Pat’s sojourn in New York.

A special word of thanks to Johnny Phelan, Mary Toolin and Meabh McDaid, long-time friends of Pat who co-ordinated matters so wonderfully, go raibh míle maith agaibh. It was great to meet relatives and old friends again and how fitting to celebrate the life of another exile, before returning home to An Rinn to complete proceedings and the journey.

Tugadh corp Pat abhaile ar an Satharn, ar dtús dtí tigh tórraimh Uí Chadhla mar a raibh an choróin Mhuire ráite i dteannta an tAthair Ó Cinnéide cara mór le Pat ó laethanta meán scoile. Tionlacadh corp Pat amach abhaile ansan áit a raibh sé a thóramh ó cúig a chlog ar aghaidh agus bhí líon leanúnach cáirde ag teacht is ag imeacht ar feadh na tráthnóna rud a thaispeáin an caradas a roinneadh thar na mblianta.

Cheiliúadh an choróin Mhuire agus Liotúirge an Bhriathair leis an tAthair Ó Ceallaigh ag a hocht a chlog, agus ina dhiadh san, bhí caint agus comhluadar i measc na gcarad go maidin.

Ag Aifreann chéilliúrtha saoil Phat ar an Domhnach fé stiúir an tAthair Ó Ceallaigh, d’fhreastal baill den gclann ar chúraimí, Liotúirge, na hOfrála agus cur síos a dhéanamh ar shaol Phat.

Mar is gnáth, sholáthar Cór na bhFear iomainn agus ceol a bhí thar a bheith oiriúnach don ócáid.

Adhlacadh Pat ins an Reilg áitiúil le hais a mhuintir, agus i láthair na scuainte a fhreastal chun slán a fhágaint.

Go luíodh fód ghlas na Rinne go héadroim ort, agus leaba i measc na Naomh go raibh agat go bráth.

B’iad na príomh chaointeóirí Aidan mac agus a pháirtnéir Anne Marie, Gemma agus Jamie garpháistí, Máighréad agus Máire deirfiúracha, Domhnall agus Noel deartháireacha, gaol cleamhnais Jimmy, Mary agus Breege, maraon le nianna , neachtanna, gaolta, agus cáirde.

Ofráilfear Aifreann Chuimhneacháin Míosa do Phat ar an Sathairn, 23ú Eanair, in Séipéal Naomh Nioclás ag 18:30.

(Socruithe Sochraide ag Tigh Tórraimh Uí Chadhla, Dúngarbhán).

PATRICK ARTHURE FLYNN Marlpit Vale, Knockanore, Co. Waterford

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

ANN WHITE (nee Wade) Northampton, England, and formerly Pinewood Lawn, Abbeyside It is with profound sadness, sorrow and shock that we record the untimely passing of Ann White (nee Wade), Northampton, England, and formerly Pinewood Lawn, Abbeyside, which sad event occurred on 12th December, 2015, in Northampton General Hospital.

Ann was born to parents William and Helen in 1952 and was the eldest of ten children. Ann’s early years were spent in Kilcanavee, Fews, Co. Waterford, until 1959 when the family moved to England.

Ann began her career in Nursing in 1971, once qualified she returned to Ireland and worked in St. Loman’s Hospital, Dublin, for a few years. When she returned to England she met her late husband Frank who was from Roscommon and they returned home where they were married in 1981 in Abbeyside Church. Ann and Frank were blessed with three children Ashling, Ciaran and Lisa. She loved nothing more than to bring the children home every Summer to spend time with their grandmother Helen and family.

In later years Ann returned to Ireland where she worked locally in Carriglea Cairde Services for a few years. Ann had many interests in life and loved to travel. In recent years she had made two trips to visit her cousins in Australia and New Zealand. Ann always looked on the bright side of life, she enjoyed music, song and dance and loved to socialise. Ann took great pride in her home and garden and loved it when family visited and friends came by.

Anyone who was fortunate enough to have crossed her path will know that she was a very special person, kind beyond words, compassionate, vibrant, intelligent, funny, a great team leader and mentor. A wonderful wife, mother and sister, she was always there for her friends and family whenever they needed her.

In recent years she became a grandmother to Emmie, Freya and Frankie-Ann.This began a new chapter in Ann’s life where she began to take on the role of being an active and fun Nanny who loved nothing more than spending time with her grandchildren.

Ann, you will be so sadly missed, by all your family who loved you so much and all your friends.

Lying in repose at Kevin Matthew’s Funeral Home, Northampton, on Tuesday evening, 29th December, family and friends gathered before removal took place to the Cathedral of Our Immaculate and St. Thomas of Canterbury.

On Wednesday morning, 30th December, Funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr. Mark Floody. Readings during the Mass were read by Angela and Helen (sisters). The Prayers of the Faithful were read by Angelene, Nicola, Siobhan, Roisín and Niamh (nieces). Moire and Siobhan presented the Offertory Gifts to the Altar. A beautiful selection of hymns were sung by the Choir after Communion.The tribute that Ashling paid to her mother spoke and expressed everything that Ann was. May she rest in God’s love and peace.

Burial took place in Kingsthorpe Cemetery where she was laid to rest and reunited with her husband Frank.

Ann is mourned by her daughters Ashling, Lisa and son Ciaran; grandchildren Emmie, Freya and Frankie-Ann; sisters Angela, Helen, Moire and Siobhan; brothers Michael, Pascal, Sean, Edward and Patrick (R.I.P.); family and friends.

The family would like to thank all those who sent Mass cards, floral tributes, phone calls; those who called to the house personally and who travelled long distances to be with us.

Month’s Mind Mass for Ann will be celebrated on Sunday, 31st January, at 11.00 a.m. in Carriglea Convent Church.

BR. DECLAN MURPHY, O.C.S.O. Mount Melleray Abbey, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford

It is with great sadness we record the passing of Patrick Arthure Flynn, Marlpit Vale, Knockanore, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred at his home after a short illness on 4th January, 2016.

Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Saturday evening funeral prayers were recited in the presence of his loving family and friends. All of whom knew him shared their memories and they will have a special place in their hearts of Patrick’s friendship. May he now be reunited with his loved ones in Heaven.

Funeral service will take place in England at Lesley Barlow Clacton Funeral Services, 98 Station Road, Essex, Clacton-on-Sea, on Thursday, 21st January, 2016, at 10:15 a.m. in Clacton Cemetery Chapel, Burrs Road, Clacton-on-Sea CO15 4DA, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery.

May he rest in peace.

We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving son Rick; daughters Sarah Spencer and Kelly; sister June; brother-in-law Alan; the extended Spencer family; nephew, nieces, grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends.

It is with sincere sadness and regret that we record the passing of Br. Declan Murphy, O.C.S.O., Mount Melleray Abbey, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, loving son of the late William and Catherine Murphy, 51 Ballyhooly Road, Cork, which sad event occurred peacefully on 16th January, 2016.

Removal took place on Saturday evening from Walsh’s Funeral Home, Cappoquin, to Mount Melleray Abbey Church where Br. Declan reposed in the Community Chapel until Concelebrated Mass was celebrated on Tuesday afternoon in Mount Melleray Abbey Church. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the Community Cemetery.

May he rest in peace.

We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving sisters-in-law Attracta Murphy and Anne Murphy (Dublin); nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, friends and his Monastic Community.

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

WILLIAM (Billy) O’DONOGHUE O’Donoghue Terrace, Shanbally, Cappoquin 20th January, 1926 – 24th December, 2015 With profound sadness and deep regret we write on the passing to his eternal reward of Billy O’Donoghue, O’Donoghue Terrace, Shanbally, Cappoquin, four weeks short of his 90th birthday, following a brief illness, who died peacefully at his home in the care of his beloved family on Christmas Eve. Loving husband of the late Kathleen (nee Mason) and devoted father of the late Billy Jnr. He lay in repose at his home on Christmas Day. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Saturday evening, Rosary was recited by his brother Tom in the presence of his loving family, relatives, friends and neighbours.

On Sunday evening funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., before removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin. A Guard of Honour from Affane-Cappoquin GAA Club led the funeral cortege down Castle Street on to Main Street where members of Cappoquin Fire Brigade, accompanied by members from Lismore, Dungarvan and Kilmacthomas, provided the Guard of Honour to St. Mary’s Church, led by the Cappoquin Fire Tender. On arrival his remains were received by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P. A Guard of Honour in the Churchyard was formed by his friends and colleagues in The Labour Party.

Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., assisted by Rev. Paddy Osborne, Aglish. Symbols representing Billy’s life were presented to the Altar by Aidan Walsh (a funeral tie), John Noonan (Billy’s bravery medal), Marie O’Donoghue (a piece of bacon), Marcia Power (a Butler’s photograph), Nora Flynn (family photographs), Rena O’Donoghue (a Waterford jersey) and Shane Coughlan (a Cappoquin jersey). These were narrated on by his son Noel O’Donoghue. The readings during the Mass were recited by Mary Coughlan (daughter) and Tara Shine (grand-daughter). Prayers of the Faithful were read by his grand-daughters Stephanie Coughlan, Julie Mansfield, Niamh Cahill, Sharon O’Donoghue,Triona Osborne and Shane’s wife Lorraine Coughlan. Soloist was Caroline Reid O’Brien and organist Ann Cody who made the Mass so special.

Mary Coughlan (daughter) and Margaret O’Donoghue (daughterin-law) presented the Offertory Gifts, whilst Damien O’Donoghue (grandson) and Sean Duggan (great grandson) presented Rosary Beads and a prayer leaflet to the Altar. Following Communion, Billy’s brother Tom O’Donoghue and niece Marcia Power played “Amazing Grace” on the accordions. Eulogies were delivered by his son James O’Donoghue, brother Marty O’Donoghue and niece Mary Veitch, each reciting their own memories of Billy and acknowledging the support the family received from the local community at this sad time.

Following Funeral Mass, burial took place in St. Declan’s Cemetery.

A Guard of Honour was formed en route to the cemetery by colleagues of the Waterford Fire Service, led by the Cappoquin Fire Tender, a very fitting tribute in memory of their former Fire Chief.

On arrival Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., received and blessed his remains and officiated graveside prayers, where Billy was laid to rest in the presence of his bereaved family, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Brian O’Shea (Labour Party and former TD) delivered a graveside oration which was followed by Paddy O’Brien singing “Never Grown Old.” May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Billy is survived by his devoted and loving daughters and sons, Mary Coughlan, Nora Flynn, Rena O’Donoghue, James (Dungarvan) and Noel; brothers Tom, John-Joe, Matt, Michael and Marty; sister Nell Brophy; sons-in-law John Coughlan and Danny Flynn; daughters-inlaw Marie and Margaret; sixteen grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace.

Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, on Saturday, 23rd January, at 7.30 p.m.

EULOGY Delivered by James O’Donoghue (son) Dad, more affectionately known to us all as Daddy Billy, was born on 20th January, 1926, at Droichedeen, Modeligo, the fourth of thirteen children born to William and Mary O’Donoghue and his school days began in Modeligo National School.Those were particularly hard times during the struggle for independence in which his father was deeply involved.

Following the death of his uncle Jerry in 1930, they moved to the family farm in Crowhill where they enjoyed many happy years, though not without hardship during the years of the economic war.

Dad’s first job was in the Lodge of Mount Melleray with Brother Legorie. At the age of 17 he joined his father and his older brother Paddy in the timber business, when they supplied timber and charcoal DUNGARVAN OBSERVER EMAIL ADDRESSES The Dungarvan Observer email addresses are as follows: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie news@dungarvanobserver.ie sport@dungarvanobserver.ie

OBITUARY to many local businesses during the war years.

In 1944 disaster struck when the family home burned to the ground and the family had to resort to sleeping in the barn and outhouses, but with the help of their marvellous neighbours, family and friends, their home was rebuilt. Just as the house was completed, their father took ill and died at the age of 47 on 19th January, 1945. The following day, on his 19th birthday, Dad became the father figure to the family and was a great source of strength to his mother and siblings in their darkest days. In 1946, with timber becoming scarce, Dad was able to negotiate contracts with people such as Joe O’Keeffe in Tallow and the Keanes of Belmount which enabled the family to survive those first years without their father.

It wasn’t all hard work, however, and Dad told many stories of cycling to matches, dances in Cappoquin, Lismore and Aglish and of the nights himself and his sister Alice tackled a horse and cart and headed all the way to Ballymac’ to a dance. He came from a family where music, song and dance were a great source of entertainment.

His father, was a very find fiddle player and his brother Tom is known near and far for his skills on the accordion. Dad’s musical claim to fame was playing the bagpipes with the Melleray Pipe Band.

It was in 1946 that Dad met our Mam, Kathleen Mason from Barrack Street. He often told the story of how he was standing at Belmount Gates with Paddy Meehan and Mike Coffey trying to decide whether they would go to a dance in Aglish or Lismore when three girls passed by on their way to Lismore … that decided the matter.

He met Mam and their fate was sealed. They married on 27th November, 1947, and they had a family of seven children (sadly one boy passed away shortly after birth), sixteen grandchildren and at the last count nineteen great grandchildren. He was held in the highest regard by us all. His greatest pride and joy was his family and their achievements, be they academic or sporting and they in turn loved their Daddy Billy.

In 1950 Dad took up a position as a Butler with Major Burke in Tourin House and in 1953 moved with the Burke family to Stackallen House in Co. Meath. Dad’s mother passed away in 1955 and in 1957 he returned with his family to Cappoquin where he took up a position with Cappoquin Bacon Factory where he remained until its closure in 1980. Dad was a staunch trade unionist and believed in an honest day’s work for an honest day’s pay with mutual respect between employer and employee. In 1957 he also joined the Waterford County Fire Service, rising to Station Officer, a position he held until his retirement after thirty-five years service. He would be truly pleased to see his many colleagues, past and present, here today, his proudest moment was the bravery medals awarded to the Cappoquin crew.

Dad also continued his work as a Butler, and enjoyed telling us about the events and dinner parties at Keanes, Triggs, Jamesons and Lismore Castle and some of the more famous people that attended such as Fred Astair. He was also part of the Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, for almost twenty-five years, always on call when the occasion arose.

He was a supporter of many charitable organisations and was often to be seen at Church gate collections for the Heart Foundation, Cancer Society, St. Carthage’s House and St.Vincent de Paul, to mention a few.

Dad had many high points in his almost 90 years, none more than his marriage for 53 years to our Mam and the love and company of his many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

The trip to Australia in 1997 to visit his brothers Matt and Michael and the O’Donoghue clan reunion in 1998. His two trips to New York to visit his aunt May and to celebrate her 100th birthday in 2004.

The many visits with Mam to his aunt Josie and her husband Mick Flynn’s home on the Melleray Road with Patie, Alice, Michael and Caroline.

Dad loved a party and in latter years would seldom be seen without his party piece friend “Mrs. Gilhooley.” He loved an evening (and many a late night) of music and song, and if Tom arrived without the box, it would be quickly sent for or he would as well have gone home.

Known for his dress sense, he used to tell us “you dress well for yourself, and out of respect for others.”

A caring man, Dad was a devoted husband to Mam and her passing in 2000 caused him much pain. Another immeasurable loss was the sudden passing of our brother Billy, but he bore his grief with dignity and was a great source of strength for us all.

There are many, many stories that I could recall today, but I would like to finish by remembering a song that was sung by our Mam, but which I always associated with Dad. The song is “Where The River Shannon Flows” and the chorus goes: “Where the River Shannon’s flowing Where the three-leafed Shamrock’s growing Where my heart is I am going To my little Irish rose, And the moment that I meet her With a hug and kiss I’ll greet her For there’s not a Coleen sweeter Where the River Shannon flows.”

Our family is consoled today in the sure knowledge that Dad is back with his little Irish Rose.

Go n-déana Dia Trocaire ar d’anam, I mbachlann do ghra-sa.

Beannacht leat go bhfeicimid arís tú.

Slán.

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

51 MAUREEN SHINE (nee Quinlan) Killishal, Cappagh It is with profound sorrow and deep regret that we record the passing of Maureen Shine (nee Quinlan) of Killishal, Cappagh, County Waterford, on Tuesday, 22nd December, at CareChoice Nursing Home, Abbeyside, surrounded by her loving family.

Maureen was born on 18th December, 1923, in Ballinacourty, Cappagh, and was the last surviving member of the Quinlan family.

Her parents sadly predeceased her in her youth. She met her husband Sham (James) Shine and married on 11th November, 1954, and she subsequently moved the short distance to Killishal where she spent the rest of her life. Together Sham and Maureen raised four children Jim (James), Marion, Michael and Oliver.

Maureen had a great love of animals; her ducks became well known all over the country and had many generations of visitors to feed them.

Later in life she rekindled her love of art and gardening, what a wonderful artist Maureen was. Sham was very proud of her art and gave the guided tour to anyone who called. Her works of art now adorn the homes of various family and friends at home and abroad.

Killishal was always a welcoming house and the kettle was never off the boil. Maureen always had a great love and interest in all her grandchildren and always kept up to date on what they were doing. Sadly, Sham passed away in 2002 which left a great void in both Maureen’s and her family’s lives. She continued to live in Killishal until her health deteriorated and then moved to CareChoice where she made great friends and received wonderful care in her last few years. Maureen is also predeceased by her son Jim who passed away in 2014 after a long battle with cancer. May they all be reunited in their heavenly home. I líonta Dé go gcastar le chéile.

Maureen lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Tuesday, 22nd December. Fr. Gerard O’Connor, P.P., led family and friends in the recitation of funeral prayers. Removal took place on Wednesday evening, 23rd December, to St. James’ Church, Ballinameela. En route the cortege paused in prayerful tribute at Maureen’s home in Killishal. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Fr. O’Connor, P.P., assisted by Fr. Anthony O’Brien.

On Thursday morning (Christmas Eve) Maureen’s Funeral Mass was con-celebrated by Fr. Gerard O’Connor, P.P.; Fr. Pat Fitzgerald, P.E., and Fr. Anthony O’Brien. Her daughter Marion spoke about Maureen’s life at the beginning of Mass and granddaughter Marie introduced the symbols of her life; Michael (son) presented a photograph of Sham and Maureen’s wedding, a ceramic egg showing Granny’s love of fowl was brought by James (grandson), Meabh (granddaughter) presented a pottery dog signifying her love of nature and animals, Fiona (grand-daughter) brought a Geranium symbolising Maureen’s love of flowers, Joan (daughter-in-law) presented a handcrafted doll, Rosary Beads representing her strong faith were brought

by Joe (grandson), Rob (grandson) presented a painting showing how artistically gifted she was and Michéal (grandson) brought a family photograph in remembrance of Maureen’s love of her family.

The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the large congregation

by Claire (grand-daughter) and Oliver (son). The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Pádraig (son-in-law), Emmett (nephew) and Gerardine (daughter-in-law). Offertory Gifts of Bread, Wine and Chalice were brought in procession to the Altar by Michael (son), Marion (daughter) and Oliver (son). After Communion a lovely reflection was delivered by Joan (daughter-in-law). Throughout the Mass beautiful sacred hymns were played and sung by Dina Walshe.

Afterwards Fr. O’Connor, P.P., and Fr. O’Brien recited the graveside prayers in the adjoining cemetery where Maureen was laid to rest beside her husband Sham in the presence of her family, relatives, neighbours and friends. A brass band arrangement of “The Lord’s My Shepherd” was played on CD in moving tribute to Maureen.

We extend our deepest sympathy to her daughter Marion; sons Michael and Oliver; son-in-law Pádraig de Burca; daughters-in-law Gerardine and Joan; grandchildren Claire, James, Joe and Rob Shine, Meabh de Burca, Marie, Fiona and Micheál Shine; relatives, neighbours and friends.

May Maureen rest in peace.

Month’s Mind Mass will be offered at 5.00 p.m. on Saturday, 23rd January, in St. James’ Church, Ballinameela.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JOHN POWER Bleantis, Ballinamult With sadness and regret we record the passing of John Power which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 13th January, 2016.

Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Friday evening to St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday morning by Fr. Kelleher, P.P. Burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

To his brothers Jim and Liam; sister Mary Hickey; relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy.

Full obituary next issue.

(Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 January, 2016

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IFA 2016 ROUND OF CO-OP MEETINGS

Co-ops urged to continue supporting dairy farmers through challenging Spring WELCOMING the recent announcements by Lakeland, Glanbia and Kerry that they would hold the December milk price, IFA Dairy Chairman Sean O’Leary said he was urging all co-ops to follow suit. He also asked them to give a clear price commitment for spring 2016 in recognition of what will be a very challenging time for farmers.

“The announcement by Ornua that it will pay member co-ops an additional €15m cash bonus, following from the successful disposal of DPI Foods in the US, should help co-ops continue to support farmers over the coming months,” Mr. O’Leary said.

The IFA Dairy Committee is currently undertaking a series of meetings with all dairy co-ops on behalf of milk producers facing into a tough cash flow situation this spring.

Sean O’Leary said,“Most of the coops we have met thus far confirm our view that global dairy prices have bottomed out. However, the time it will

take for global, including European, supplies to come back into balance with demand, and do so sufficiently to start impacting farmers’ milk prices, remains unclear. If it happens before or during the Irish peak, it will obviously impact farmers’ pockets more positively than if it delays till later,” he said.

“We are therefore asking all co-ops to continue supporting dairy farmers by holding milk prices, but also by providing technical, financial and merchant credit backing and assistance in the face of a spring of low milk prices and cash flow issues,” he added.

“In our discussions with co-ops, we have urged them to regroup after the significant investments many made in the last three years, and go back to the drawing board on increasing co-operation with neighbouring processors.

This is necessary to consolidate efficiencies and to improve all co-ops’ ability to pay the level of sustainable milk prices without which farmers will be unable to deliver the extra milk

needed to optimally utilise our additional processing capacity,” he said.

“Finally, we have also encouraged them to fully engage, both singly and jointly with other industry stakeholders, in providing farmers with the long term instruments they will need to manage their way through high levels of income volatility, including prolonged periods of low prices. In this regard, we are encouraged that many more co-ops are actively working on developing fixed milk price contracts in conjunction with Ornua and with their own customers. However, much more is needed to explore other ways of helping farmers hedge against extreme variations,” he concluded.

The IFA National Dairy Committee has thus far met with Carbery, Bandon and Barryroe Coops in West Cork; Lakeland Dairies and LacPatrick Co-op in the North East, and Glanbia. Further meetings are scheduled for this and the coming weeks.

IFA launches submission to the political parties and Dail candidates for the 2016 General Election THE IFA (Tues 12/1/16) launched the Association’s Submission to the political parties and Dail candidates for the 2016 General Election. National Chairman Jer Bergin, Deputy President Tim O’Leary and the main commodity chairs attended the launch to the media in Dublin. The submission sets out the main policy issues to be addressed in each commodity sector and deals with important crosssectoral issues. It also highlights the wider issues affecting farm families and rural communities in regard to rural services and infrastructure, social policy and farm safety. IFA National Chairman Jer Bergin said the viability of family farms has been threatened by a combination of reduced national funding for farm schemes, lower CAP supports and greater exposure to volatile world markets. Farmers need to see tangible measures that address these threats, including: • annual expenditure of €580m (national and EU) for farm schemes, including the restoration of cuts to payment rates for disadvantaged areas

and €250m allocation for GLAS; • stronger EU CAP budget and supports; • increased supports for low-income sectors and vulnerable regions, including targeted payments of €200 per suckler cow and €20 per ewe; • effective measures to redress the balance of power in the food supply chain and ensure fair and viable commodity prices for farmers; • real delivery for farmers from access to new export markets; • improved services and infrastructure for rural Ireland; taxation measures that improve farm profitability, promote on-farm investment and encourage young farmers; • actions on input costs; • robust defence of Ireland’s interests in trade policy and climate change negotiations; and • a single authority to manage waterways and tackle flooding.

Jer Bergin said, “IFA will work to ensure that politicians and political parties establish policies that promise a

real and positive impact on agriculture and rural Ireland. We expect firm commitments from all parties that they will undertake actions to support agriculture, put the sustainable and profitable growth of family farming to the fore and prioritise the rejuvenation of rural Ireland as an essential element of economic recovery.

“Crucially, when a new Government is in place, they must make good on their election promises on agriculture as an utmost priority – IFA will be holding them to account on their commitments in any Programme for Government throughout 2016 and beyond.”

During the General Election campaign, the IFA County Executives will be meeting the candidates at constituency level to discuss the agenda.

At national level, IFA will be engaging with the party leaders and agriculture spokespersons. Over 250,000 farm family voters will be keenly interested in the responses from the political parties and from candidates at national and constituency level.

Delayed payments causing hardship on 3,000 farms IFA Deputy President Tim O’Leary has called on Minister Coveney to immediately make payments to the remaining farmers who are due their Basic Payment.

He said that the Minister’s recent comments that these remaining payments will only be sorted out over a two-to-three week period will be of concern to farmers experiencing

extreme financial difficulties as a result of delays.

He said the delays associated with partnerships and Private Contract Clauses must be sorted out immediately as affected farmers are suffering serious cash flow problems.

Tim O’Leary also called for all outstanding ANC payments to be made as confirmation of the stocking

rate criteria will have been verified at the end of December for the remaining farmers who are due payments.

In relation to the Young Farmer Scheme and National Reserve, Tim O’Leary said all cases must be resolved within the next couple of weeks as many of these farmers have financial commitments to make on their farms.

Round-up …

IFA target €20 direct payment for sheep sector AT an IFA briefing session with politicians in Dublin recently, IFA National Sheep Committee John Lynskey said IFA is seeking a targeted payment of €20 per ewe in increased direct supports in order to maintain and support the national sheep flock.

He said this is a key priority in the IFA submission to political parties and Dáil candidates for the 2016 General Election.

John Lynskey said sheep farmers are also very concerned over competition and dominance in lamb processing with the ABP investment in Irish Country Meats (ICM).

He added ICM currently has up to 40% of the lamb kill with their two plants in Camolin, Co Wexford and Navan, Co Meath.This investment would also give ABP effective control of up to 28% of the beef kill and three of the six rendering plants in the country.

While the investment will be subject to clearance by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CPCC), the IFA is insisting that the Government makes a submission to the CCPC through the Minister for Agriculture on the importance of guaranteeing competition in processing and rendering for farmers. John Lynskey said IFA has been in contact with the CCPC and will be making a submission on the matter.

John Lynskey said at a meeting with IFA last year on sheep, Minister Coveney accepted the need for increased supports and committed to meeting IFA again early in 2016 to progress the case.

He said following strong lobbying at Budget time by the IFA, the Minister agreed to reinstate grant aid for sheep fencing in TAMS II and has given a clear commitment that this will be part of the RDP to be sent to Brussels and implemented early in 2016.

IFA briefs politicians on beef and sheep competition issues IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns said the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney must take action to address the lack of competition in the beef sector, which is set to be compounded with the proposed ABP investment in Slaney/ICM meat group. At a briefing session with politicians in Dublin today, the IFA National Livestock leader said Minister Coveney must tackle the unacceptable price gap that has opened up between Irish and British cattle prices and remove the obstacles inhibiting the live export trade to Northern Ireland and Britain.

Henry Burns said, “At the most recent Beef Forum meeting chaired by the Minister, Bord Bia confirmed that the average Irish/UK price gap for 2015 has widened to 82c/kg or €293 per head. This compares to an average of 27c/kg (€97) from 2004 to 2013”.

Based on the market data provided by Bord Bia at the Forum, Minister Coveney concluded that cattle prices should rise from their current levels of €3.90/3.95 for steers and €4.00/4.05 for heifers, to reflect the higher returns from our main export market in the UK. Bord Bia also pointed out that the exchange rate with sterling was 10% more favourable for Irish exporters in 2015, which was worth over 50c/kg.

Henry Burns called on Minister Coveney

to be much more supportive of the live export trade and secure uninhibited access to our nearest and highest-priced market in Northern Ireland and Britain. “It is the Minister’s responsibility to ensure that Irish farmers and exporters have full access to the EU single market. In this regard, he must resolve the EU labelling issues that are being used by processors and retailers to impede the live export trade and price competition.” In addition, the Minister must also lead the drive to open live markets to Egypt, Libya and Turkey.

EU set to approve funding for TAMS scheme for tillage farmers IFA National Grain Committee Chairman Liam Dunne has said that the EU Commission is set to approve funding for a TAMS scheme for investment in grain storage and precision and low impact tillage equipment by arable crop farmers.

Amendments to Ireland’s Rural Development programme have been submitted by the Department to the Commission following lobbying by IFA. While welcoming the positive news, Mr Dunne said, “Poor world grain prices have decimated growers’ margins over the last three years. Minister Coveney must ensure the speedy opening of the scheme as grantaided investment is critical in helping growers to restore competitiveness while reducing the sector’s carbon and environmental footprint.

“Growers supply quality grain, oilseeds and proteins for use in Ireland’s livestock, milling, malting, brewing and distilling industries. Our tillage farmers are worldclass operators but they work in a very challenging environment, competing against world prices. They have to contend with extreme price and income volatility in addition to the vagaries of the Irish weather.

Targeted funding is a must to maintain competitiveness and facilitate further expansion of arable crop production. This will support the growth of Ireland’s rapidly expanding dairy, whiskey and gluten free oats export orientated businesses. Increased farm-tofarm trade coupled with the use of technology will also allow grain farmers to reduce agriculture’s carbon and environmental footprint.

“The tillage sector has the potential to contribute significantly to reducing Ireland’s carbon emissions through precision farming and the supply of biomass crop residues. IFA is currently involved in bringing two major biomass projects to fruition. One, the Biotricity CHP plant in Rhode and the second, with CPL biomass briquetting plant in Foynes for the manufacture of smokeless fuels. Each project is looking to source 100,000t of straw/crop residues per annum.

New technologies allowing for the incorporation up to 50% biomass in the manufacture of smokeless fuels will go a long way towards addressing carbon emissions from the residential home heat market. The resulting bi-product biochar which is a proven soil conditioner is currently being examined as a viable option for carbon sequestration.”

Concluding, the IFA Grain Chairman stated that, “It is vital that the investment scheme is opened as soon as possible. There is considerable scope for expansion of the sector. However, this expansion will depend on increased productivity and profitability through reducing input use and crop establishment costs.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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Nice landscape reflections in a flooded field at the Quay Road near Tallow Bridge where the River Bride flows by.

[David O’Flynn]

88% of farmers feel connected with their local community according to FBD study Study shows 3-in-5 farmers involved with a community group in their locality FBD seeking nominations for community ‘Champion for Change’ ACCORDING to a survey of urban and rural neighbourliness by FBD entitled ‘Rooted in the Community,’ 88% of farmers say that they feel a strong sense of connection to their local communities, compared with 75% of people living in urban areas.

The study was conducted as part of FBD’s Champions for Change programme – a major national farm safety and awareness initiative. This month’s Champions for Change theme is about promoting community spirit and FBD is asking people to nominate their Community Champion for Change, someone who makes a big difference in their community and deserves recognition. The overall winner of the award will receive €1,000 towards the community project of their choice and recognition given to all finalists.

The FBD ‘Rooted in the Community’ study shows that the sense of belonging amongst farmers was particularly reflected through their level of involvement with local groups and initiatives such as GAA clubs, churches, local charity groups, neighbourhood watch initiatives and tidy towns committees.

In fact, 3 in 5 (56%) farmers said that they were engaged with a community group in their locality which was considerably higher than the national average of 41%.

• 4-in-5 Irish people (80%) feel as if they are part of their local community,

88% farmers, 75% those in urban areas • 3-in-5 farmers (56%) are engaged with a community group in their locality versus the national average of 41% • Research shows that the level of engagement in local community groups is age driven. It peaks in the 45-54 age band when almost half (49%) of Irish people involved. Involvement then decreases with age. This drops to just two-in-five (40%) among the over 65’s.

• Two-in-five (40%) farmers are currently involved in GAA and just over a third (35%) are involved with their local church communities.

• Men are more likely that women to have been/be involved in - Local GAA clubs (50% vs. 20% of women) - Local sports clubs, other than GAA (21% vs 7% of women) • Women are more likely than men to have been/be involved in: - School council/Parents groups (31% vs 18% of men) - Church committee / church group (29% vs 19% of men) - Local classes (educational, exercise, bridge, hobbies) (21% vs. 12% of men) - Volunteering in general (e.g. the elderly, underprivileged, special needs etc.)

(14% vs. 9%).

• 2-in-5 farmers (40%) know and trust their neighbours well enough to leave the keys to their homes with each other.

• A third (32%) of farmers feel comfortable enough with their neighbours to spontaneously ‘drop in for a cup of tea’. This compares to just 1-in-4 non-farmers.

Fiona Muldoon, CEO of FBD, said “It’s perhaps no great surprise that the farming community feel so connected to the goings on in their locality. They have a strong sense of community as well as a natural instinct for looking out for one another.

You only have to turn on the news at the moment to see extraordinary acts of kindness and togetherness as people support each other during the recent flooding crisis.

“That’s why we want to recognise and celebrate the people who are making a real difference on the ground, the ordinary people who go the extra mile for others, through our Community Champions for Change awards."

However, research also explains that this level of involvement is decreasing rapidly as 76% of farmers said that they previously were engaged with local groups. The study also showed that engagement levels are also age driven with those aged 45 -54 (49%) being the most active, a figure which generally decreases as people get older.

Fiona Muldoon continued, “This figure is a particular concern as the ageing profile of farmers means that they are more at risk than ever of becoming more

isolated and more vulnerable as they get older. That’s why initiatives such as FBD’s Champions for Change are important as it brings farmers together as a community, reminding them that they're not alone.”

The heartening sense of community is also evident from that fact that 2 in 5 (40%) farmers know and trust their neighbours well enough to leave the keys to their homes with each other and 32% said they would feel comfortable enough with their neighbours to spontaneously ‘drop in for a cup of tea’.

“Maybe you know someone who helped save a life or who prevented serious injury on a farm, by calling in at the right time. Perhaps you know someone who has used their own experience of a farm accident to help make others safer. If so, we would encourage people to tell us their story and nominate their Community Champion of Change,” said Muldoon.

To nominate your ‘Community Champion for Change’, visit our Facebook page, enter via our website www.championsforchange.ie /awards or send us an email to info@championsforchange.ie before January 31st. All finalists will receive a gift from FBD in recognition of their contribution to their communities and the overall winner will receive €1,000 towards the community project of their choice.

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READER’S QUERIES Question: I attended a 3 day boom sprayer course before Christmas. I was told that the certificates would be sent out by post once they are processed which could take a while. Do I have to have this certificate with me each time I wish to purchase a pesticide or will the merchant be able to look up that I have completed the course? Can you please advise?

Answer: When you receive the certificate you then must register it with the DAFM Pesticide Regulation and Control Division. There is a link to do so on the PCS@agriculture.gov.ie website. Once registered, you will receive a Professional User number by e-mail after a short period. You will then quote this number when purchasing pesticides. You should keep a copy of this letter of registration along with your attendance certificate as they must be available on farm should you receive a cross compliance inspection. In the meantime you might be asked to either quote your address, phone number

or herd number when purchasing pesticides.

Alternatively you can give a copy of your certificate to your adviser and he/she will register you with the DAFM. I trust this will clear things up for you.

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Nationwide series of Teagasc Forestry Advisory Clincis A NATIONWIDE series of forestry advisory clinics for people who are considering forestry, or who are existing forest owners, has been organised by Teagasc’s Forestry Development Department. These one-to-one consultations are being held from this week between January 18th and 29th.

The Forestry Programme 20142020 is now well underway and offers landowners new forest establishment options. Dr. Nuala Ni Fhlatharta, Head of Teagasc’s Forestry Development Department said:“Landowners consider forestry for many reasons, such as supplementing farm income, farm restructuring or developing a retirement fund. Any new farm enterprise can present many questions. The 2016 Teagasc Forestry Clinics are an ideal opportunity to flesh out the details of how forestry

might work for you.”

Tom Houlihan, Forestry Adviser with Teagasc added: “The current programme offers very attractive payments to all landowners. It is also a great opportunity for farmers to understand the requirements of the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) and other farm schemes before establishing a forest.”

A one-to-one forestry appointment with a Teagasc forestry adviser will provide landowners with free, confidential, independent and objective advice. At these clinics, find out how a forest enterprise can improve farm and household income; discover the wide range of timber and non-timber benefits; learn about opportunities for non-farmers under the new forestry programme; investigate how planting interacts with other farm schemes such as BPS, GLAS, AEOS; and, last but not least, how

to get the job done right first time.

The 2016 Teagasc Forestry Clinics also present an opportunity for non-farmers who previously would have qualified for a lower ‘non-farmer’ premium. Although the emphasis for the upcoming clinics is on new planting, existing forest owners, regardless of what stage their forest is at, can also avail of this opportunity to pick up valuable management tips.

Clinics will take place in local Teagasc offices between 10.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. Please bring maps and other relevant information.

Prior booking is essential. Places are limited and are filling up fast.

This is an ideal opportunity to get answers to your forestry questions – don’t miss it!

For Forestry Advisory Clinics details, visit www.teagasc.ie/forestry

Macra addresses payment delays with Minister Coveney MACRA National President Seán Finan has highlighted the anger and frustration of young farmers across the country due to the delays experienced in processing of payments by the Dept of Agriculture. Macra na Feirme met Minister Coveney on Thursday to discuss issues around payment delays to young farmers.

Speaking about the delay in making payments to young farmers, Mr. Finan said, "The delays experienced by young farmers are totally unacceptable and not good enough. The delays are causing considerable hardship for the young farmers affected.”

Minister Coveney confirmed that the Department of Agriculture would be transferring additional

resources to the young farmer section of the Department of Agriculture to speed up the processing of young farmer payment applications and the Minister also agreed to increase the number of payment runs to two per week until all young farmers applications and payments have been processed.

The Macra na Feirme President also highlighted the annoyance of farmers and difficulty in communicating with the Department of Agriculture to establish the status of applications.

Mr. Finan said, “If farmers knew the status of applications and the lines of communication with the Department of Agriculture were open, then this would ease the frustration experienced”.

The Minister acknowledged and accepted that there was a communication issue and that he said this was going to be addressed.

Macra na Feirme is calling for an immediate meeting of the Charter of Rights monitoring committee.

Mr. Finan concluded, "The delays experienced in receiving payments and dates of payments are outside the terms of the charter of rights agreement which Macra na Feirme was involved in negotiating with the Department of Agriculture."

Minister Coveney pointed out that Ireland is a long way ahead of other European countries in terms of the percentage of people who have received payment at this stage.

Young farmers payment delay compounding financial hardship - McGrath INDEPENDENT TD Mattie McGrath has called on the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney to immediately implement escalation procedures to process a backlog of delayed payments to young farmers. Deputy McGrath was speaking as concern is growing that efforts to tackle to the delays are not being given priority and are leading to widespread financial difficulties for affected farming families: “The delay in processing basic payments like the Single Farm Payment and the young farmers top up are causing inexcusable hardship within the farming community.

We were told that the payments issue would be resolved by last October, then it was pushed to December and now it has been pushed back a third time to the end of this month.

That is the kind of fast and loose

approach this government is taking to the issue and it is absolutely unacceptable.

Many of these delays are creating knock-on effects with respect to the inability to make loan repayments; which in turn is going to have a longer term detrimental effect on farm business.

In light of the major challenges facing farmers in terms of sourcing fodder, the damage to land and property caused by the recent flooding etc., this added dimension of payment delay could not have come at a worse time.

It is also the case that the Ministers much vaunted initiative on ‘Family Transfer Partnerships’ to assist succession in agriculture is still locked in limbo until the Scheme is given approval by the EU Commission.

This means that the Scheme will not be effective nor will it be finalised until that approval is

Mattie McGrath received.

All of these factors point to the view that we have a Minister and Government more interested in talking about helping young farmers than in actually implementing procedures which will be of real practical benefit,” concluded Deputy McGrath.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Teagasc CATTLE Restricting cows and calf birth weight Having cows fit and not fat at calving will certainly reduce your incidence of calving difficulty. But will restricting cows pre calving help to reduce the birth weight of calves?

Several experiments in Teagasc Grange have looked at this, where the actual quantity of feed offered, or the quality, was reduced. A summary table of one experiment is listed below where two different silage qualities were offered to young cows pre-calving.

The results all point to a similar outcome: low levels of feeding during the last onethird of pregnancy will NOT result in predictable effects on calf birth weight or calving difficulty; and, suckler cows will use their reserves to buffer the nutrient supply to the calf.

Be careful not to over restrict cows pre calving. Allowing cows to get too thin will only serve to delay the cow's ability to resume breeding after calving.

Effects of silage quality on young cows Silage DMD% 68% 61% Silage DM Intake kg 7.6 6.9 Weight loss -32kg -50kg Calving difficulty score 1-5 2.17 2.18 Calf birthweight kg 43kg 42.7kg Finishing Cattle Indoor finishing is expensive and therefore a high rate of gain is required to cover feed and other costs. Since feed is the major cost, the relationship between feed cost and the rate of carcase gain is a key factor in determining profit margin. Since most of the animal’s feed intake goes towards body maintenance, you only start to recover the cost of feed when the animal begins to gain weight.

A high rate of carcase gain is needed to minimise the proportion of feed going towards maintenance and maximise the amount available for carcase gain. For example, the daily feed cost of a 650 kg steer on high quality silage plus 5 kg concentrates is estimated at €2.12, (silage at €144 / tonne DM; meal at €235 / tonne fresh weight). At a daily liveweight gain of 1.0 kg per day and 0.66 kg carcase, the feed cost per kg of carcase gain is €3.20. If the same animal is underperforming at 0.8 kg liveweight per day, 0.52 kg carcase, then the cost per kg of carcases gain increases to €4.08 and so when other costs are added you are likely to be in a loss-making situation.

A decrease of 0.2 kg in liveweight gain would hardly be noticed on a large animal in the absence of weighing but would delay the sale date by about a month and increase the cost of finishing by about €64 / head in feed cost alone.

Jobs to do in January • Assess the spring calvers to see what body condition is like. A cow calving in February/March should have a body condition score of 2.5. Thin cows should be grouped and fed accordingly.

• The longer the time between calving and turnout the more pressure the spring calver will be under. Thin cows with average silage will need supplementation with 2-3 kg/day just to help maintain body condition before turnout. First calvers may need to be separated out from mature cows and fed as a group to ensure that they get proper access to feed.

• Make sure you are feeding a good quality dry cow mineral at least six weeks pre calv-

ing.

• The real impact of poor mineral status will be on calf viability. If you are dusting it over the silage you will need to feed 100120g/cow/day.

• If you have had problems with calf scour in the past then cows should be vaccinated.

Depending on the vaccine you should be vaccinating four to 12 weeks pre calving.

• Check if you have all the equipment needed around calving. Is the calving jack working properly? Do you need new calving ropes? Have you plenty of iodine, calving gloves, calving gel? Are the cameras in the calving shed working? Have you any frozen colostrum? Do you have a good stomach tube?

Derogation Applications 2016 If you applied for a nitrates derogation last year you need to submit fertiliser and feed records for 2015 and make a new application

by March 31st. The documents required are: • Meal statements for 2014.

• Estimated tonnes of feed purchased in 2015.

• Fertiliser statement for 2015.

• Any results for soil analysis completed in recent months.

Gather the information now and get it in to the Teagasc office because when calving commences you will be too busy and it may be forgotten or done too late.

If you are exporting slurry every year, your stock numbers have increased or you have less land available then you probably need to apply for a derogation. If you are applying for a derogation for the first time you will need to have soil analysis. Let your adviser know that you will require a derogation plan now so that everything can be done on time.

Assess your risk for 2016 January is a good month to check your farm for hazards and risks before the busy spring season. The law requires that a risk assessment be updated annually, or when significant changes related to health and safety occur in the workplace. Remember, work organisation is essential to prevent injury, as human factors such as rushing are a major hazard. Challenge yourself: make a list of health and safety issues and tackle them. Risk assessment documents are available from Teagasc, or use the online risk assessment tool for farmers – www.farmsafely.com. Also, can you include the topic on your discussion group’s agenda for 2016?

IMPORTANT EVENTS Teagasc Spring Grazing Farm Walks A Teagasc Spring Grazing Farm Walk will take place on the farm of P. J. O’Keefe, Callan, Co. Kilkenny on Monday, January 25th and on the farm of Conor Beausang, Churchquarter, Grange, Co. Waterford on Tuesday, January 26th. Both walks will commence at 11.00 a.m. and run for 90 minutes.

Teagasc advisers, and researchers will discuss early turnout, fertiliser use, spring rotation planner and grazing in difficult conditions. All are welcome.

Teagasc Forestry Advisory Clinic.

Teagasc Forestry adviser John Casey will hold forestry advisory clinics in the Teagsc office Dungarvan on Thursday, January 28th by appointment. This is an opportunity to avail of a free one to one consultation, receive independent advice and up to date information on forestry. To make an appointment phone 058-41211.

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WATERFORD Forest Owners Group (left to right) Colin Greaney (Forester), David Connors (Chairman) and Tom Hickey (Secretary). The stack of timber in the background from first thinning is going for “Chipping” mid 2016.The pallet wood and box wood is already delivered to factory.

December 2014 the “Waterford Group”

joined with IWP (Irish Wood Producers). The IWP are a not for profit company, managed by private forests owners to support almost 650 members with the sustainable management and development of their forestry.The group's advantage is clustering forest plantations big and small and all associated activities to secure contractors and reach economy of scale for timber markets.

It makes sense to work together, if it is Grant application. Planting new forest or harvesting your crop, and as most of us are first generation forest owners we have much to learn. In Waterford we have completed the thinning of our first cluster.If you are interested, our AGM is in the Teagasc Office Dungarvan on Thursday, 28th January, 8.00 p.m.. All welcome.

ICSA says more supports needed following forestry land availability report ICSA Rural Development chairman Billy Gray has cautiously welcomed the Land Availability for Afforestation report launched by Minister Tom Hayes. “ICSA has been calling for forestry supports to be made more attractive and to be applied over a longer term to reflect the real cost of putting land into forestry. For this plan to

meet its full potential, better supports must be put in place,” he said.

Commenting on the grant aid and premium payments promised to all landowners, over a 15 year period, who afforest a part of their land holding, Mr Gray said “if this plan is supported properly, forestry can become a viable alternative which would not only ben-

efit those farmers whose land is more suited to forestry, it would also benefit those who remain in livestock farming.”

“There is a need to accept that a change of land use and reduction in livestock numbers due to farmers being attracted to alternatives is good for the remaining livestock farmers. We cannot continue to

produce as much beef as we do at a loss. ICSA believes that up to 5% of land being switched to forestry and other non-livestock enterprises would be better for all farmers in the long run.”

The report identifies over 2.5m acres of land currently used for agriculture that would be better suited to forestry. “Afforestation of this land could even help to

prevent extensive flooding such as we have experienced over the last few weeks.

Forests can act as a barrier to floodwater, with trees increasing water absorption into the ground, they also prevent soil erosion and reduce sediment going in rivers all of which would help to lower peak flood levels,” he said.

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1 Fr. 730 kgs. made €1,075.

1 Fr. 715 kgs. made €1,050.

1 Fr. 640 kgs. made €940.

BULLOCKS 1 Her. Blk. 630 kgs. made €1,180.

1 Lim. Blk. 515 kgs. made €1,045.

1 Lim. Blk. 510 kgs. made €1,065.

3 A. A. Blks. 531 kgs. made €1,025 each.

HEIFERS 3 Lim. Hfrs. 476 kgs. made €1,048 each.

5 Lim. Hfrs. 463 kgs. made €1,018 each.

2 Lim. Hfrs. 537 kgs. made €1,065 each.

WANTED FOR CLIENTS Quality In-Calf Friesian Heifers wanted with all vaccinations, Calving end February.

A.A. and Hereford Bullocks and Heifers 450-500 kgs.

Also Continental Bullocks and Heifers over 500 kgs.

All enquiries to Dungarvan Mart 058 41611.

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Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan Hollywood’s Hottest Hits at SGC Dungarvan by Grace Collender

Pictured are the cast of Aisteoirí An tSean Phobail’s production of “Don’t Tell The Wife” who played to capacity crowds over the weekend in Halla Naomh Colmáin. Front row (l. to r.): Sandra Hogan, Josephine Morrissey, Peter Kiely, Nicola Costin, Patrick Power.

Back row: Geraldine Veale (Director), Cormac Nugent, Jackie Ryan and James Flynn. The show continues this weekend on Friday (22nd), Saturday (23rd) and Sunday, 24th January.

Crossword

January 24 30 Aries March 20th April 19th

Taurus April 20th May 20th

ACROSS 1 Anagram of SATINED (7) 5 In printing, a short last line of a paragraph at the top of a page or column (5) 8 _ factor, a very impressive quality (3) 9 Relating to the time following childbirth (9) 10 Literary word meaning split apart (8) 11 Greeting that sounds like a word meaning more elevated (4) 13 One of the nicknames of San Francisco (6) 15 Brand new (6) 17 Region of Scotland, a former earldom and county (4) 18 Michelle Marie _ , American actress and singer (8) 21 Vegetable, the immature pod of another (5,4) 22 A most admirable person (3) 24 Not entirely scientific name for a donkey (5) 25 Anagram of SATINED (7) DOWN 1 Direction hidden in crosswords! (1,1,1) 2 A native of Des Moines, for example (5) 3 Tommy and _ , detective creations of Agatha Christie (8) 4 One of Santa Claus s reindeer (6) 5 Part of a vehicle body above a wheel (4) 6 Anagram of SATINED (7) 7 Kurt _ , Kenneth Branagh s police inspector in a television series (9) 10 Term relating to an assistant bishop (9) 12 Badges of office etc. (8) 14 Anagram of SATINED (7) 16 One of the courses of a meal (6) 19 Receiver of stolen goods in Dickens s Oliver Twist (5) 20 And no more besides (4) 23 Motor scooter-riding adversary of a Rocker in 1960s Britain (3) SOLUTION

Gemini May 21st June 20th

Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

Libra September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

HEN life hits the rocks, Aries, you tend to W feel stranded and all alone. Well, don t worry, because someone is on their way right now to rescue you and soon you ll be smiling.

OMEONE you met on a recent holiday or trip S away will be thinking of you right now and may even get in touch. Be honest with them and with yourself, or you ll end up in hot water.

VERYTHING in your head is spinning and E you may feel you ve had too much excitement and want to calm down. But keep at it, the best is yet to come and this is no time to relax.

IKE it or not, you ve earned yourself a reputation as a bit of a skinflint. When you go L out, all eyes are on you to see if you avoid paying your share! Try a little generosity for once.

STRING of disappointments has left you A feeling blue, but what comes down must go back up again and your gloom won t last forever.

Seek advice from a close colleague.

HE tide is turning for you, Virgo, and T something that has been worrying you for a while is about to resolve itself. In the next few weeks you will find everything looks positive.

OU don t make many enemies, Libra, but Y when you do fall out, you do it big time!

Remember, other people can be devious, too. Try a little diplomacy, even if it hurts.

EMPERS may be a little frayed this week but it T is really up to you to take a leadership role and try to calm things down. Your instinct may be to stand firm; common sense says give way.

Sagittarius

LOVE is in the air in a big way right now and

Capricorn

OUR attempts to keep fit have been failing Y miserably but a minimum of effort could go a long way at the moment. A little determination

you re not too sure whether it is a good thing.

November Follow your brain, not your heart and if you have 22nd December 21st to make a decision, don t leave it too late.

December 22nd January 19th

Aquarius January 20th February 18th

Pisces February 19th March 19th

on your part could make all the difference.

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OW is not a good time to borrow money, Aquarius but if there s a project you are desperate to get started on, look around and you ll find a way to do it. The weekend offers a surprise.

XPECT something positive in the post this E week it won t change your life forever, but it could make things a little easier for you in the months ahead. Start planning for the summer.

THE REVENANT, ROOM, CREED & BROOKLYN ALL SCREENING IN SGC DUNGARVAN JOIN in the buzz of the award season excitement with these three Oscar nominated movies playing at SGC Dungarvan right now. Honoured by Hollywood for their very different, yet equally outstanding works, The Revenant, Room and Creed all opened here on Friday 15th, and it will be clear to all movie lovers why each has received recognition by the 88th Annual Academy Awards.

The favourite, with an impressive twelve nominations, is The Revenant.

Directed by Alejandro G. Inarritu and starring Leonardo DiCaprio,Tom Hardy and Domhnall Gleeson.

The Revenant, inspired by true events, tells the harrowing tale of Hugh Glass (DiCaprio), a frontiersman on a fur trading expedition in the 1820s, who is left fighting for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team.

The thrilling adventure saga has taken Hollywood by storm. Having already won big at the Golden Globes earlier this month, scooping up Best Motion Picture: Drama, Best Director, and Best Actor, things just keeping getting bigger and better as it is now in the running for a whopping twelve Academy awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. Leo may finally, finally, get to take home that elusive Oscar!

Directed by Dublin native, the gifted Lenny Abrahamson, flying the flag for Ireland at the Oscars, with a grand total of four nominations, is Room.

Starring Brie Larson, winner of the Golden Globe for Best Actress, Room tells the story of a five-year-old boy, Jack (Jacob Tremblay), and his relationship with his loving and protective mother, Ma (Brie Larson). The pair shares a special bond, but their life is anything but normal as they are trapped, help captive

in a tiny, windowless room, which Jack has never been outside of. Determined to save her son, Ma plans a daring escape.

A stirring film, Room stands as a great testament to the strength of a mother’s love. Based on the novel of the same title,

by Irish-Canadian writer Emma Donoghue, Room is in contention for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress, and Best Adapted Screenplay for Donoghue herself.

Creed will also be joining in the festivities on the night. Proving that you can’t keep a good man down, Creed’s Sylvester Stallone is nominated for Best Supporting Actor. The seventh instalment in the mammoth Rocky series, Creed, directed by Ryan Coogler, sees the return of Rocky, except this time round the former World Heavyweight Champion is stepping in the ring as a mentor, training Adonis Johnson (Michael B. Jordan), the son of his late friend and famous boxing rival, Apollo Creed.

Born after the death of his father, Adonis is determined to follow in his father’s footsteps and, with Rocky’s help, he strives to prove that your legacy is more than a name. Victorious at the Golden Globes, Stallone paid tribute to the Italian Stallion, saying “most of all I want to thank my imaginary friend Rocky Balboa for being the best friend I ever had”. Muscles of steel, heart of a big ole softie.

Swelling the nation’s chest with even more pride are other Irish nominees, Saoirse Ronan, nominated for Best Actress for her role in Brooklyn, which is also up for Best Picture, and Michael Fassbender, selected for his lead part in Steve Jobs. Opening on a high, 2016 has already proven to be an exciting year for cinema-goers, with these three acclaimed movies only the beginning of a line-up of must-see releases! The Oscars, hosted for a second time by Chris Rock, will take place on 28th February.

Live Cultural Events coming to SGC Dungarvan this February LA TRAVIATA (Live from The Royal Opera) Thursday, 4th February, at 6.45 p.m.

La traviata is regarded as one of Verdi's finest operas, and Richard Eyre's traditional staging, is one of The Royal Opera's most popular productions. The opera tells the story of the Parisian courtesan Violetta Valéry, one of opera’s greatest heroines, based on the reallife courtesan Marie Duplessis, who died in 1847 aged just 23.

In this revival, Violetta is sung by Russian soprano Venera Gimadieva in her debut with The Royal Opera, following her successful appearance as Violetta at the Glyndebourne Festival.

Booking www.sgcdungarvan.ie Admission: Adult €17.50. Child €10.00.

RENOIR: REVILED AND REVERED Tuesday, 16th February, at 7.30 p.m.

He is one of the most fiercely debated artists and yet one of the most influential.

Picasso collected more Renoirs than any other artist. Matisse revered him. Monet too. He was an artist that was instrumental in creating the Impressionist movement and then totally rejected it and went in a completely new direction - with extraordinary results. The Barnes Collection in Philadelphia has more Renoirs than any other gallery in the world and it's there that the search begins to tell the remarkable story of this remarkable artist.

Booking www.sgcdungarvan.ie Admission: Adult €17.50. Child €10.00.

Across: 1 Sainted, 5 Widow, 8 Wow, 9 Postnatal, 10 Sundered, 11 Hiya, 13 Frisco, 15 Unused, 17 Ross, 18 Pfeiffer, 21 Green bean, 22 Gem, 24 Neddy, 25 Stained.

Down: 1 SSW, 2 Iowan, 3 Tuppence, 4 Dasher, 5 Wing, 6 Detains, 7 Wallander, 10 Suffragan, 12 Insignia, 14 Instead, 16 Afters, 19 Fagin, 20 Only, 23 Mod.

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Directed by Vanessa Celisse Tickets € 12.00 (adult) and € 7.00 (student) can be booked at Lismore Heritage Centre on 058 54975 daily or mobile 085 7527007 6.00–9.00 p.m.

All tickets on opening night Friday, January 29th, €7.00.

Don’t miss out on this musical treat and book early!

Point-to-Point Races This Sunday 24th January 1st race 12.30 p.m. • 6 Races (By kind permission of the landowners) BIG SCREEN ON SITE SHOWING ALL RACES!

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La Traviata (Live from The Royal Opera) Tuesday, 4th February, at 6.45 p.m.

La traviata is regarded as one of Verdi's finest operas, and Richard Eyre's traditional staging, is one of The Royal Opera's most popular productions. The opera tells the story of the Parisian courtesan Violetta Valéry, one of opera’s greatest heroines, based on the reallife courtesan Marie Duplessis, who died in 1847 aged just 23. In this revival, Violetta is sung by Russian soprano Venera Gimadieva in her debut with The Royal Opera, following her successful appearance as Violetta at the Glyndebourne Festival.

The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into La Traviata Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 26th January. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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IL TROVATORE (LIVE from OPERA de PARIS) Thursday, 11th February, at 6.30 p.m.

In the aftermath of Rigoletto, Verdi’s sole desire was to do something new. However, he became impatient, angry even, when the project to adapt El Trovador, the play by the Spanish dramatist Antonio García Gutiérrez, aroused only guarded enthusiasm from Salvatore Cammarano, his librettist, and the man to whom Donizetti owed in part the success of Lucia di Lammermoor. Was it due to the libretto's inordinately improbable storyline or the illness that would ultimately consume him that the poet left the libretto unfinished? Despite the urgings of the irrepressible Verdi, Cammarano would not yield. Herein lays the paradox of Il Trovatore: in the eyes of its detractors it was the epitome of melodrama and yet the formal constraints imposed

by Cammarano fanned the flames of the composer’s passions. Rather than true characters – excepting perhaps Azucena the Gypsy, who guards the secret that will destroy them all – the music portrays almost abstract figures consumed by passion. Originally intended by Verdi to be a secondary role, Leonora takes on the status of a sacrificial heroine. Her fourth-act cavatina “D’amor sull’ali rosee” is not so much a farewell as an Assumption.

Anna Netrebko carries this enraptured music to new heights. She is accompanied by Ekaterina Semenchuk, Marcelo Alvarez and Ludovic Tézier, in a new production by Alex Ollé.

The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Il Trovatore Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 2nd February. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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LIVE OPERA FROM OPERA DE PARIS ON SALE! “One of the most exhilarating acoustic bands on the Celtic map.”

The Local Friday 22nd January 9.30pm

FEBRUARY 16th

RENOIR: THE UNKNOWN ARTIST EXHIBITION ON SCREEN

FEBRUARY 16th

ON SALE!

TED 2016: DREAM CONFERENCE FROM VANCOVER CANADA ON SALE!

FEBRUARY 25th

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THE HATEFUL EIGHT (18) 167 mins.

A S O N Y 4 K R E S O L U T I O N P R E S E N TAT I O N !

FRI. – SUN. 8.40 STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS (12A) 136 mins.

PLAY LIVE FROM THE NATIONAL THEATRE ON SALE! MARCH 2nd

3D: DAILY 6.00; ALSO SAT., SUN. 3.10 2D: SAT., SUN. 11.50

BARBER OF SEVILLE

BROOKLYN (12A) 112 mins.

OPERA FROM TURIN IN 4K RESOLUTION NEW EVENT! ON SALE! MARCH 2nd

IMAGINE DRAGONS: Smoke & Mirrors

MARCH 3rd

HANGMEN

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NEW EVENT! ON SALE!

DADDY’S HOME (12A) 96 mins.

PLAY LIVE FROM THE NATIONAL THEATRE NEW EVENT! ON SALE! MARCH 17th

IOLANTHA/NUTCRACKER OPERA & BALLET FROM PARIS NEW EVENT! ON SALE!

MARCH 21st

BORIS GUDUNOV LIVE FROM THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE NEW EVENT! ON SALE!

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MARCH 23rd

VERDI REQUIEM CONCERT RECORDED AT TEATRO ALLA SCALA NEW EVENT! ON SALE!

MARCH 28th

THE RAILWAY CHILDREN NEW EVENT! ON SALE!

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TWO PIGEONS/RHAHSODY LIVE BALLET FROM COVENT GARDEN TUESDAY, 26th JANUARY, @ 7.15 p.m.

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SNOOPY AND CHARLIE BROWN: THE PEANUTS MOVIE (G) 93 mins.

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THE GOOD DINOSAUR (PG) 101 mins.

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Finbarr presents another big cheque O

NE of the most prolific solo fundraisers for charity in this locality has to be Finbarr Keohan who, over the years, has come up with a number of schemes to raise significant funds for a variety of good causes.

Best remembered perhaps for his marathon climbs up Cruachán over the last twenty five years or so, three years ago, he unfurled his fifty foot banner declaring the thousand scalings of Cruachan to be “the world’s longest ever charity walk”. Well he might claim that as his 1,000 perambulations up and down Cruachán yielded a distance of 14,000 miles, which equates to over half a circumference of the globe and there are few who can begin to challenge that. His exploits earned a substantial sum for the three cancer charities, Hospice, Alzheimer and Radio

Therapy groups. (HART).

However, in the last two years Finbarr has decided to mix his two great leisure activities, photography and walking to produce appropriate views as subjects for a calendar to be sold for charity.

Rather tentatively last year, Finbarr selected his photographs and got a modest number of calendars printed.To his surprise and delight, they were gone in days and several other print runs ensued as a result of which he was able to hand over a cheque for €1,850 to the Hospice group.

Greatly encouraged and affirmed, Finbarr’s walks around the town and district were matched by a constant lookout for new and exciting views which would make good calendar material. He was not disappointed and was able to

select a dozen magnificent views from the stock of photos he took during the years. He featured scenes from Ardmore, Lismore, Dromana and Barnawee, with several sunrises and sunsets coming from the town and Abbeyside too.

It was an instant hit at home and abroad and the calendars went to emigrants all over the world as well as to visitors who had been to Dungarvan and had kept in touch with friends they made. Consequently, a handsome cheque for €3,000 was presented this week to Liz Walsh of CERT. Finbarr’s own favourite scenes are that of Barnawee and the Abbeyside Church silhouette, while most response from the public nominated the interior of St. Mary’s Parish Church taken from the Choir gallery, which was an unusual angle. This

Dungarvan at heart I had to cross the bridge and I did a lap of honour around the Square before going home.”

proved an elusive shot as on the occasions he visited, there always seemed to be some unscheduled event and in the autumn, the work on the stained glass windows thwarted him too.

“I never go walking without my camera,” says Finbarr, who is already on the lookout for his next calendar. “You never know when a photo opportunity will present itself,” he says, “and sometime there are only seconds or minutes to select an angle and take the shot before the light disappears or the subject changes in some way.”

With all of the routes he has covered, Finbarr looks back with some pride on his longest journey which took him to Tramore and back in the one day, a distance of over fifty miles.

“I arrived back in Abbeyside that night,” he recalls with a laugh,” but sure, being

Pictured above are Finbarr Keohan (left) presenting a cheque of €3,000 to Anthony Walsh, South East Radiotherapy Trust, the organisation which provides free transport for Radiotherapy patients. The money represents the proceeds of Finbarr's Christmas Calendar sales.

Moylan safely over first hurdle in ‘The Voice’ J

UST a couple of hours after making a very successful TV debut in The Voice of Ireland, local girl, twenty year old rising star, Moylan Brunnock was on stage in Murphy’s Bar in Dungarvan entertaining the local clientele and members of her own family who had come along to support her at the live gig. With her too were three of her close friends in St. Patrick’s Training College, where she is in her third year of teacher training.

Of course, she hadn’t had to dash from the Helix Theatre earlier in the evening because the heats of ‘The Voice’ which are being shown on TV just now, were filmed some months ago.

“It was a great experience,” said Moylan, “it was very enjoyable and not as demanding as I thought it might be.”

“Yes, I was very happy with my performance,” she says, “I was a little nervous at the start, but the judges can understand that kind of thing and I settled down very quickly.”

And gave a splendid performance which was endorsed wholeheartedly by the judges, all of whom

turned in their chairs for her. That in itself is a very rare occurrence, but Moylan would have been welcome on any one of Team Kian, Team Bressie, Team Una or Team Rachel.

As it transpires, Moylan chose Bressie and hopes to progress under his advice and coaching.

Moylan applied to be part of the show early last year and had to go through stiff auditions to get to the TV round, which features fifty-six acts, eight of whom are featured over seven Sunday nights.

Moylan comes from a musical family, rich in tradition with two brothers, Ruairi and Daithi and a sister, Megan, all of whom are involved in music. In fact, Moylan is at least the third generation to use their

talents and take to the stage.

Moylan started piano lessons at the age of six, switching to fiddle in third class and was always a part of one show or another, as her mother was part of the Mad Capers.

“I loved the singing and dancing and later I joined a trad group for a while and drifted into sean-nos singing.

I attended Comeraghs Comhaltas in Coolnasmear for music lessons and loved the Sunday afternoon sessions there.

“From those trad days I developed my own style, using some of the sean-nos influence something which judge Bressie picked up on last Sunday night.”

Then in Sixth Year, Moylan began to write her own music and songs along with Michael McKelvie in

a style which she would loosely describe as Joni Mitchellesque.

“It’s very difficult to define your own genre,” she says, but whatever the mix is, the judges and the audience loved it.

Closing her interview on TV last Sunday night, a confident Moylan declared: “I have the passion, I have the focus and I have the determination to succeed.”

With her talent and experience to go with those vital attributes, it will be a good act which will see her into second place.

We wish Moylan every success in her quest and we can be confident that she will spare nothing to pursue her dream and add to the already strong tradition and reputation of her talented family.

Moylan Brunnock

Dedication indeed, but the recipient charities are suitably appreciative of his expeditions on their behalf.

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J . P. C u r t i n c l a i m s Colligan Cup

J. P. Curtin winner of the 2016 28th Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup is presented with the cup by sponsor David Kiely.

The event was held by kind permission of Coillte. [DC Images]

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24th ANNUAL MICHAEL ROCHE CARPETS SERIES 28th Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup

J. P. Curtin claims Colligan Cup for ‘Contae Chiarraí’ THE threatening rain came down just before the first runners started last Sunday at the 28th staging of the Kiely Monumental Colligan cup.

This didn't deter a good turnout of runners who participated in this great event which covers three and a half laps of the beautiful Colligan Wood.

The Colligan Cup is for many of us our only chance of winning a race as its different to any other race in the calendar as it is not a race were the fastest wins, it is a race where you need to be the best at predicting your time over a 5 mile circuit.

The countdown clock was started a 60 minutes by our starter Liam O’Donnell. It was then up to the runners themselves to start when they wanted with the aim being to be the first person to finish after the clock hits 0.

At the end of the 3 and a half laps covering a total distance of 5 miles the runners were well and truly grouped together with thoughts going through the head am i too fast or am I to slow but over the last few hundred metres you could throw a blanket over the whole field as almost all the runners were within a couple of meters of each other as they approached the finish line.

As the field of runners got closer and closer to the finishing line it was a toss-up as to who would be deemed the winner, and after the clock struck 00 it was local Supervalu assistant manager in Garvey's Dungarvan J. P. Curtin who was dead on 00 cross the finish line so he was deemed the winner for 2016.

J. P. a regular at all our leagues and races is part of the team at SuperValu who sponsor one of our Friary leagues each year. The

native of Brosna in County Kerry, he has been working and residing in Dungarvan for some years now and he proved that Kerry men are not just great footballers but they know a thing or two about running also. Well done J. P. Raivis Zakis was just 1 second off winning this year when he finished 2nd to J. P. so close but yet so far Raivis.

3rd was Paschal Proctor who started off at a nice even pace picking it up a tad over the last lap, this tactic almost paid off for Paschal who was just 2 seconds off winning.

Tramore's Michael McCarthy was 2 seconds out also again just a stride away from a possible win.

Ted O'Leary who is nearly always among the top 5 in this event finished 5th just 4 seconds out this year.

FIRST FIVE MEN: J. P. Curtin Raivis Zakis Paschal Proctor Michael McCarthy Ted O'Leary MARY HARNEY ON THE DOUBLE IN LADIES SHIELD We have to go way back to 1995 and 1996 to find the last time and indeed only other time that we ever had a ladies back to back winner of the Colligan Shield.

That lady was Paula Keohan.

This feat was replicated once again for the 2nd time when Abbeyside lady Mary Harney took her second shield victory in a row having won it last year when on that occasion she finished 2nd overall in the race.

Mary almost did it again as this year as she was 3rd overall and just 1 second off winning both the cup and shield.

Mary kept her pace nice

and even despite running in a large group for much of the race, when this group broke up in the latter end of the race she held back not going with the flow and the temptation to speed up over the final 800 metres.

This paid dividends for Mary and she now gets to keep the Colligen shield in that special place on her mantle for another year.

Josie Ui Chuirrin a previous winner of the shield back in 2006 finished 2nd this year, just 3 seconds off the mark. Olivia Butler running her first Colligan nearly pulled it off and what a double that would have been for the Butler household as her son David won the juvenile event.

Olivia the former Waterford All star footballer was 3 seconds out. Valerie Power was next in 4th place and again Valerie was so very close, was just 5 seconds out but on the right side of the clock and the 5th place was claimed by Diana Chizhikova for the 2nd year in a row.

FIRST FIVE WOMEN Mary Harney Josie Uí Chuirrin Olivia Butler Valerie Power Diana Chizikova VICTOR MULLINS CUP GOES TO PADDY GILHOOLEY Victor Mullins was the creator of this style of time handicap race and it was he who came up with the handicap timing system which has been used now for the past 28 years in this event.

Each year Victor presents the Victor Mullins Cup and a prize to the first person on the right side of the clock that has never ran the Colligan Cup before.

This year’s winner was Paddy Gilhooley who was back from his base in London

for a short break and came along to the race with his girlfriend Siobhan Kiely. Our thanks go to Victor for his help and sponsorship of this element of the race and for his ongoing involvement with this race each year.

MANY THANKS Our thanks to all who helped in any way with last Sunday’s 28th Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup race which was held on a difficult day for anyone to be out.

A huge thanks to our great sponsors and local athletics supporters for 28 unbroken years of sponsorship David and Margaret Kiely of Kiely Monumental works. Our thanks also to Victor Mullins who was on hand to present his cup to the winner.

To the numerous people who looked after the entries especially Brid, and Shirley, Thanks to Liam for looking after the timing and results.

Thanks to Ann Dunford for looking after the prizes for the race and her efforts with securing the use of Colligan wood for the event.

Thanks to Liam O’Donnell who looked after the race start, to John Coleman and John McGrath for stewarding and David Coleman for photos, Thanks to Jamie Mills for all his help also. Thanks to Irene on lap bell!!

Many thanks to John O’Halloran and the staff at Coillte, without their help we couldn’t have staged the event at all with special mention to them for repairing the road in the wood which was badly damaged with the flow of water during the storm.

Coillte repaired this area during the week and if this wasn't done we couldn't have held the race at all so this gesture was much appreciated. Here's to next year and the 29th year of the event.

4th Annual Aglish Fun Run in aid of Crumlin THE 4th annual Aglish Fun Run takes place on Easter Monday, 28th March 2016.

10k/5k run or 5k walk. Entry fee €7 or a donation.

Registration from 11 am. starting at 11.30, refreshments afterwards in Aglish Community Hall. Numerous spot prizes. Sponsorship cards available on request.

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Running Quote Victor Mullins presents the Mullins family cup to winner Paddy Gilhooley in Colligan last Sunday.

The cup is presented to closest runner to his or her predicted time and who are running the race for the first time each year.

RUNNING is a kind of truth serum. It brutally strips away everything you put on and leaves you with only yourself.

David Kiely sponsor of the 28th Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup presents the Colligan Cup to J. P. Curtin winner for 2016. Included are Ted O'Leary 5th, Raivis Zakis 2nd and Paschal Proctor 3rd.

David Kiely sponsor presents Mary Harney with the Colligan Shield as the Ladies winner for the 2nd year in-a-row at the 28th Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup last Sunday. Included are Valerie Power 4th, Josie Uí Chuirrin 2nd and Diana Chizhikova 5th.

Munster Masters Indoor Championships

Great day for West Waterford athletes THE Munster Senior and Masters Indoors championships were held last Sunday at Nenagh arena and it was a very successful day for our athletes. Indeed many medals were brought home in various colours.

It was a super day for the ever green Terri Gough competing in the over 70 category, Terri brought home 4 gold medals when she started her day running 13.59 for the 60m, she then ran 49.18 in the 200m and followed this up with a time of 4.25.25 in the 800 metres she rounded off her day with the shot throwing 5.58 to seal her 4th gold medal of the championships.

The one and only Joe

Gough was claiming his first national medal of 2016 indeed it was to be two gold medals in fact as Joe competed in the 200 mettrs over 65 running 28.71 for gold and in the 800m he clocked 2.21.99 to take gold making it a double for the world champion and world record holder.

Gregory Fitzgerald was in action in the over 45 category and he ran a blinder to take gold in a time of 26.71 over 200 meters, Gregory also ran in the 400 m running a time of 60.36 for 5th here.

Harry O'Brien had one of the performances of the day when he clocked an impressive 2.20.11 for 400 metres over 50 to take gold. Ray Hahesy running in the over

50's took his second indoor Munster medal with a great run in the 3000 metres finishing with a bronze medal for 3rd in a time of 10.46.73. Ray also finished with bronze here last year, but his time this year was slightly faster. Ray ran 2.28.34 for 5th in the 800 metres in a very competitive field also.

Des Feeney over 40 was in action over 1,500m where he ran a good time of 4.31.30 for a deserving bronze. All and all a great start to the season for our track and field athletes with all taking home medals at the championships. well done to co-ordinator Orla Mahony-Bannon for her work here with our track and field athletes.

New for 2016 - Beginners Running Group starting in February

"Let’s Run" with West Waterford Athletic Club WEST Waterford AC is delighted to announce a new initiative for 2016 ‘Lets Run’.

This is an 8 week mentored programme that will introduce you to our wonderful world of running. During the 8 weeks you will be guided by our professionally qualified coaches and we will hold your hands through the entire programme so that you can become the runner you do not wish to admit you are.

The programme will culminate in everyone participating in the Ballinroad 5k race on April 8th 2016. We do not

expect you to be fit but we do need you to be healthy so if you have any health concerns please get clearance from your GP before you join us.

There will be a fun, social atmosphere with no shouting just encouragement and advice to keep you on track.

We subscribe to the ‘Sean Kelly School of weather’ whereby we do the training and then decide afterwards if the weather was unsuitable.

Unless you are struck down we expect to see you every week. Running in all types of

weather conditions make for good running character so commit to the 8 weeks and don’t let yourself down.

When – Tuesdays at 6.30 pm commencing 16th February 2016 Where – Meet at Park hotel Leisure centre Who – anyone who is new to running. In 8 weeks you will be ‘a runner’ Cost - €30.

For further information & to book your spot please contact Claire Kennedy on (087) 9116997 or Irene Clark on (086) 824234.

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2,500 runners ready to take on the challenge of the 25th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10

P e r s o n a l Tr a i n i n g • C l a s s e s • G y m

A HUGE entry of 2,500 participants are set to take on the recently public voted best 10 mile road race in Ireland on Sunday, 31st here in the town of Dungarvan when we host the eagerly awaited 25th annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10.

The race will be got under way by the man himself John Treacy an Irish athletics legend, of course the race is named in honour of the Villierstown native in honour of his legendry exploits over cross country, track and on the road over a distinguished athletes career. We have a top class field of elite athletes already but we still have a few days to go before the elite entry window closes so more are expected to add to this list.

The club and town are in an advanced stage of preparation for our big day and its all hands on deck now to ensure that all race day systems are in place. It has been a very busy few weeks preparing for what will be the largest road race ever held in the town as a huge field of 2,500 runners fully signed up to run. Hopefully, now the weather will play its part too.

We are also delighted to report that we have a huge local entry which is very encouraging and for many of those this will be their first ten mile. Keep up the good work

Session €7 Month €50 / Direct Debit €45 6 Month €240 / Year €340

your almost there now. Help us to live up our newly achieved title as Ireland’s best 10 mile road race.

IF YOUR NOT RUNNING YOU MIGHT CONSIDER HELPING OUT The race numbers will be posted out early next week and you will all receive your number by mid week along with all the information you need to know regarding the race. This means of course all you have to do on race day is to be at the start line no later than 1.15 p.m.

When you have finished the race and cross the finish line you will receive a substantial goody bag with lots of treats for you to enjoy after the race and you will also receive a high quality dri-fit Nike running top.

After the race refreshments will be provided in the Sports Centre. On the subject of refreshments, just to say once again, this is one race where the club really relies on the goodwill and the support of our loyal club members and friends. This race is the biggest undertaking by the club each year and as a result we rely heavily on your support.

We need people to steward the course and also to make sandwiches for after the race. The club needs as many members and friends to help us make this a great

race and a great day for West Waterford AC. NO NUMBER TRANSFERRING PLEASE We appeal to all runners who have entered the race and for whatever reason are unable to run, not to transfer your number to someone else. There was a two month opportunity to do this but this is now closed and the race day file is set-up for our chip timing system. Your race number is unique to you with all your details so giving your number to someone else plays havoc with results for category winners and especially team results.

We appeal to those partaking in this practice to consider the amount of undue stress this brings to the race organisers and even more so to your fellow athletes who may be denied their rightful prize or team placing because of your actions.

ELITE ENTRIES NOTICE Elite entries will be accepted up to Friday, 22nd January 2016. The standards set down are men 55 minutes and ladies 60 Minutes. These times must have been posted within the last 2 years. Proof of these qualifying times may be required. For Elite entry, please contact us directly using the details below: Ann Dunford: 086 0619711 or Email: info@westwaterfordathletics.org

Billy Ryan, Alan Ryan and Niall Barry battling it out on the final lap at the 28th Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup last Sunday.

"Jacinta's Gang" at the 28th Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup last Sunday.

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Cold and crisp for round 8 of West Waterford AC Winter League ROUND 8 of the 2015/16 22nd Annual West Waterford AC winter league took place last Wednesday night at Dungarvan Sports Centre.

This was our first night of running in 2016 as unfortunalty last week’s league was cancelled due to adverse weather conditions. An impressive turnout of over 150 runners took on the long route with some tired runners taking part as a good few of our runners had run the Waterford Half Marathon. As is the norm, the first night after Christmas is a mass start with all the runners taking off together. Best improver on the long route was James Whelan (34.57).

He was followed by Gerry O’Shea (41.20), Angeline Drennan (41.06) and Darren Coogan (40.50). Others to record good runs on the night were John Leahy, Walter Drohan and Michael Moloney who where all running this years league for the first time and recorded 33.07, 33.47 and 34.04 respectively. Mick Concannon will be happy with his run having dipped under 40 minutes when recording 39.57. Others to record good times include Geraldine Barry (46.00), Michael Dee (39.25), Michelle Finnegan (44.45), Billy Ryan (35.58) and Claire

Walsh (46.22). Well done to everyone who took part and to everyone how has run any night of the league this year.

To anyone who hasn’t joined the league yet, why not come along any Wednesday night and join. It could be your new year's resolution. I would like to thank all our stewards for their great work throughout the league. Without them, there would be no league.

MICHAEL GEE BREAKS THE 20 ON SHORT ROUTE The first week back after Christmas is always tough as we have to blowing off the cobwebs as we we call it!!

The first Week of 2016 had to be cancelled due to our lovely weather conditions!! So 13/1 was our first night out.

There was 51 athletes completed the course this week with 2 newcomers leading the way home (great to see) – Zoe Walsh and Nora O'Brien ran together and lead the way in 28:35 each followed by Michelle Murphy in 3rd place and running a great time of of 27.18 – well done to the top 3 ladies this week. Micheal Gee had a good run clocking 19:55 as did Killian O'Keeffe 20:25, Kate Organ 20:51, Michelle Lanigan 26:05 and way up the field this week showing big improvements were Breda Veale 25:57,

Marie Ui Raghallaigh 23;55 and Aidan Power 18:20 – it looks like the Christmas break didn't do these athletes any harm!!! James Murray and Maria Foley pulled each other through the course to get a great time of 22.32 and 22.23 and finish 4th and 5th on the night and our final mention goes to the ever improving Ann O'Dovonan who puts in a big effort to get faster each and every week and having her best time yet runs 25.34 the first week after Christmas! Well done Ann. Remember it's never too late to either join in or rejoin if you have taken a break, when the going gets tough – the tough get going, see ye all tonight.

STARTING TIMES FOR WEDNESDAY NIGHT Starting times for this week are 1 minute intervals. The first runners will be set off at 7.20 p.m sharp.

TLC STILL ON TOP IN WINTER LEAGUE TEAM COMPETITION After last Wednesday night, the best scoring team were “MAC is Back" - Team members - Claire Walsh, Angeline Drennan, Martina Walsh. Their combined total was 29 points. In second on the night were “Blood, Sweat and Beers” – (Michelle Finnegan, Linda Bradfield and Onra Power) on 42

points "TLC” – (Liam Kavanagh, Ted O'Leary and Conor O'Neill) have retained their lead on a total of 327 points with this week's winners “MAC is Back" just 23 points behind in second on 350 points.

DR. ANITA GLEESON CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC VOUCHER WINNER FOR WEEK 8 OF WINTER LEAGUE Dr. Anita Gleeson BSc, MSc, DC is a Registered Chiropractor working from Dungarvan Chiropractic Clinic, Alternative Health Centre, Main Street Dungarvan. Anita has kindly donated a voucher for treatment in Dungarvan Chiropractic Clinic which will be awarded each week of the winter league.

Every second week it will go to either the short route or the long route. For week, the voucher went to the long route with the winner being Claire Kennedy. Our thanks to Anita for this kind donation to the league and she can be contacted for appointments on 058-44299.

Chiropractic is a primary healthcare profession that specialises in the diagnosis, treatment and management of problems relating to muscles, bones and ligaments of the body.

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GENERAL SPORT

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026.

Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org LISMORE LADIES The weather is once again holding us ransom, and not much golf being played. The ground staff are trying their best to get the course in tip top shape for the coming Spring League. The League

will start off easy with 3 rounds of 9 holes then we move onto 2 rounds of 12 holes and the final round is to be decided closer to the time.

The Spring League for the Ladies will be starting on Sunday, 31st January, there

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707.

Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597 Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net IT’S as quintessentially Irish as Guinness and Black Pudding but Irish people love talking about the weather.

Indeed, I got up early to watch the sun and then it dawned on me.

Unfortunately, there’s plenty of weather to talk about. The Winter monsoons that destroyed our course gave way to frost.

The course was slowly drying out but the frost resulted in late openings.

However, Sunday’s rain has set us back again. But the forecast is good for the next week and the course will recover quickly. Members can help the condition of the course by repairing pitchmarks. It doesn’t have to be a ripped 4 iron from 200 yards to leave a pitchmark, it can be a simple pitch from 30 yards.

I hit a great shot into thirteen on Saturday, Well it must have been good because there was two pitchmarks near my ball. Needless to say I repaired both. David has a wonderful range of pitch repairers for sale in the ProShop so you have no excuse and he will gladly give a free demonstration on how to use it.

The Deise Golf Winter League has finally completed Round four and next week’s round will decide the four teams that will contest the final. Currently Gary Player and Lee Trevino lead in Section A with Ian Woosnam and Tom Watson doing the business in Section B. It’s all to play for with three teams in with a shout in Section A and four teams in Section B. So get out and do your bit for the team like Denis Ryan last week. Denis who always looks like a golfer showed that he can sometimes play like a golfer produced a great 38 points on Sunday to take the honours.

DEISE GOLF WORLD GENTS WINTER LEAGUE RESULTS AFTER WEEK 4 SECTION A Gary Player 21 pts Lee Treveno 14 pts Jack Nicklaus 13 pts

Christy O’Connor 10 pts Arnold Palmer 4 pts SECTION B Ian Woosnam 23 Tom Watson 19 Ben Hogan 14 JM Olazabal 13 Seve Ballesteros 12 Henry Cotton 7 LADIES GET INTO GOLF 2016 In conjunction with CGI, Dungarvan Golf Club are hosting an 8 week introductory programme to encourage more ladies to take up this wonderful game. The programme will include tuition from PGA Professional David Hayes as well as on course and social activities with club members. Equipment will be provided with follow on membership offers so spread the word to your friends, family and work colleagues. It is an ideal opportunity to take your first steps into Golf in a fun and friendly environment.

MEMBERSHIP FEES For convenience please note that the Club has the facility to accept debit and credit card subscriptions payments over the phone. Also Club bank account details can be provided on request to members who prefer bank transfer. The annual subscriptions are due to be paid before 1st January 2016. We thank members for making payments already. Thank you for your continued support.

SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER INCLUDING GOLF LESSON New members to Dungarvan Golf Club, who have not previously been a member of the Club, can avail of an Introductory Membership Offer of just €300 subscription including one complimentary lesson with our resident PGA Professional David Hayes.

This offer is for a limited time only, and is valid for the 2016 membership season. An application form can be downloaded from the club website www.dungarvangolfclub.com or alternatively contact the office on (058) 43310

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

is a sign-up list in the clubhouse, please put your name up if you wish to play.

Remember "if you're not in, you can't win".

FIXTURES: January 1st to January 30th - 9 hole ongoing 2 person Champagne Scramble.

Get organising your partners.

Re-entry allowed.

(Weather Permitting) Spring League starting 31st January.

FEES It's that time of year again, all fees now due please.

Prompt payment would be much appreciated.

Lismore Golf Club Captains Drive-In. L-R: President Katherine Moynihan, Captain Jack Aherne and Lady Captain JoJo Tobin.

if there is any further information or assistance you require.

RESULTS 16th Jan: Winter League sponsored by Deise Golf World: 1st Joe Kiely (11) 36 pts. 17th Winter League sponsored by Deise Golf World: 1st Denis Ryan (17) 38 pts, 2 Paudie Flynn (12) 37 pts. CSS 36 pts.

FIXTURES Mon. 18th Jan. Open Gents /Ladies Seniors (50+) 16 Holes Singles S/F Tues. 19th Jan. Ladies 11 Holes Singles S/F Wed. 20th Jan. Open Gents Singles S/F (Deise Golf World Gents Winter League) Thurs. 21st Jan. Open Gents 16 Holes Singles S/F (Deise Golf World Gents Winter League) Fri. 22nd Jan. Gents/ Ladies 16 Holes Singles S/F (Deise Golf World Gents Winter League) Sat. 23rd Jan. Gents/Ladies 16 Holes Singles S/F (Deise Golf World Gents Winter League) Sun. 24th Jan. Gents 16 Holes Singles S/F (Deise Golf World Gents Winter League) Mon. 25th Jan. Open Gents /Ladies Seniors (50+) 16 Holes Singles S/F Tues. 26th Jan. Ladies 11 Holes Singles S/F + Home Alliance SIXTY.COM NEXT COMPETITON Wednesday, 20th January Draw for partners at 1 p.m Results 13th January: 1st John Considine, Best Man Liam Carroll.

YOUNGONES Next Competition Wednesday, 20th January 12.20 pm. Winner 13th Linda Hogan (32) 13 pts from Maeve Fitzgerald.

SOCIAL BRIDGE Are you interested in playing bridge in the clubhouse on Friday mornings 11 a.m – 1 p.m? All Levels welcome.

No Partner required for more details please contact Brenda Cummins on 086 6059032.

PROGRESSIVE 45 Results 14/01/16 Winners Vincent and Teresa Hayes, runners up Pat Power and Tom Daly, Don Brennan and Frank Ryan, Maurice Tobin and Tom Aherne. Last 5 Tom Carroll and Ml Harney, Lucky Table Kathleen Osbourne and Mary O’Donovan.

Progressive 45 Every Thursday JUNIOR NOTES Due to the condition of the course, tuition for our beginners and pre-juniors will recommence on 6th

February. We are anticipating a hectic year with much activity planned for our junior golfers. And we would encourage every parent and grandparent to give your sibling the gift of golf.

The game of golf offers so much to a child’s development not only in their skill set but also their attitude and behaviour will develop. We work in conjunction with the Confederation of Golf to develop Junior Golf as we would like to pass on this gift.

It truly is a game for all the family. Our junior lessons on Saturdays are supervised and cost €2 per nipper. All equipment is provided so come along and give it a try.

Our elite squad is being assembled for Winter coaching at Tinhalla and panel members will be notified. We have the Irish Junior Foursomes at Gold Coast in March as well as a Fred Daly match.

No efforts will be spared this year as we have arrived at a competitive position. Any enquiries relating to junior activities at Dungarvan can be directed to Club Professional David Hayes.

David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net.

PRO SHOP NEWS After a busy Christmas period, David is getting ready for another season. New stock items are arriving every day. We are eagerly awaiting on our Mizuno Fitting system which will complement Callaway, Ping and Wilson systems already in place.

To prepare yourself for the new season You can avail of David’s offer of free custom fitting to ensure that you are using the correct equipment.

Or maybe avail of David’s professional repair service and get your clubs regripped for the start of the season.

David is currently offering massive reductions in Winter wear with Under Armour Cold Gear flying out the door.

Ladies ProQuip sweaters are half price and proving very popular. You can follow all offers plus new arrivals on David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com. If you would like to join our mailing list drop us an email at golfpro@eircom.net or fill out the form on the website.

CLUB CONTACT DETAILS Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Office 058 43310/ 41605, Pro Shop 058 44707, Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597.

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Friday, 15th January: 18 Holes Stableford. 1st: Tommy Long (12) 41 pts. Gross: Ger Bagge (6) 32 pts.

Saturday 16th/Sunday, 17th January: 18 Holes Stableford.

1st: Niall Curran (8) 44 pts.

Cat 0-8: Ger Bagge (6) 43 pts.

Cat 9-13: Tony Sheehan (12) 40 pts. Cat 14-17: Ger Darcy (14) 41 pts. Cat 18+: Jimmy Beresford (20) 39 pts.

FIXTURES Monday 18th/Friday, 22nd January: Round 5 Winter League.

Tuesday, 19th January: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies & Gents.

Friday, 22nd January: Open 18 Holes Stableford.

Saturday 23rd/Sunday, 24th January: Round 5 Winter League.

Tuesday, 26th January: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies & Gents.

LAST WEEKEND Frost hit hard on Saturday last but once the thaw started it cleared the course very fast and play got underway at 10.15 a.m. With a full timesheet there was going to be some slight disruption but with the co-operation of all the players everyone got to play their 18 holes. Thanks to everyone for their help, all players got to play a complete round.

Sunday was mild enough for play to start on time and the comments about the course from players were all very positive. The greens are in great condition and the course is firming up nicely.

MASS Mass for deceased members will take place in the Gold Coast Hotel on Friday next, 22nd January at 7.30 p.m.

Once a year we come together to remember the members who we once played golf with, socialised with and got to know as friends and who have now moved on to their eternal rewards. Reverend Father Gerry Condon P.P. will celebrate the mass.

THE PREMIER BUTCHER DAWN MEATS WINTER LEAGUE ROUND 5 Round 5 of the Winter League continues this week and will finish on Sunday next 24th January. The revised schedule for the league is as follows: Round 6: 25th - 31st

January.

Round 7: 1st - 7th February.

Round 8: 7th 14th February.

Round 9: 15th 21st February.

Round 10: 22nd - 28th February.

Round 11: 29th February – 6th March.

Quarter-Final: Sunday, 13th March.

Semi-final: Sunday, 27th March.

Final: Saturday, 2nd April.

The quarter-finals, semifinals and final are fixed so this means that if a league week is postponed or cancelled it will mean the loss of a round of the league.

MEMBERSHIP FEES All players should now have received their annual subscription leaflet and we would ask that you pay as soon as possible. Last year we reduced our top rate by €100 and corresponding decreases in other rates and we have maintained these rates for 2016 at the same level as last year, the only increase is to the GUI levy which the Union decided to impose on all members. In the Gold Coast we prefer to give continuous benefits to our members by keeping our membership rates as low as possible and hopefully we will maintain these rates well into the future. If you would like to join the Gold Coast, why not give Bob or Mark a call on 058 44055.

INSURANCE Should golfers have insurance? Over the past few years a number of court cases have dealt with players getting hit with golf balls and in some cases made awards against the player who hit the ball. Also golf clubs are expensive and it is no harm to have them covered. Here in the Gold Coast we operate a policy on behalf of Aon Golfcare which is specifically designed with the golfer in mind. A full list of the benefits is on display in the kiosk. The cost to the golfer is €25 and the policy runs from the 1st April. Talk to Bob or Mark if you are interested.

WINTER SPECIALS AT GOLD COAST Monday to Thursday: Golf €15 or Golf & Carvery €20.

Friday: Golf €15 or Golf, Competition and Carvery €25.

Saturday/Sunday: Golf €20 or Golf & Carvery €25.

FIXTURE LIST FOR 2016 The fixture list is now completed and is one of the most comprehensive ever prepared for the Gold Coast. Thanks to Rafael Alvarez, Brian Fahey, Tom White, Tony Sheehan, Martin Murray, Eilo Fitzgerald, Ruth Hannigan and Teresa Queally for their input and expertise in compiling the list for 2016.

All we need now is the weather. To access the fixture list just go to the club website www.goldcoastgolfclub.com and click on fixtures.

LADIES NOTES Mass: Mass for deceased members will take place in the Gold Coast Hotel on Friday next, 22nd January at 7.30 p.m. Once a year we come together to remember the members who we once played golf with, socialised with and got to know as friends and who have now moved on to their eternal rewards. Reverend Father Gerry Condon P.P. will celebrate the mass.

FIXTURES 10 Hole Ongoing Competition Moorings Winter League 13 Holes Monday 18th – Sunday 24th January.

LADIES WINTER LEAGUE SPONSORED BY MOORINGS BAR AND RESTURANT There has been a change to the rules of the competition, from Round 6 onwards each round may be played twice with best score to count. To facilitate the playing of the league, a slot has been reserved every Mon from 11.00-11.30 a.m., please use timesheet to book your slot!!

CAPTAIN’S DRIVE-IN Due to the inclement weather we have had for many weeks now, our Captain’s Drive In has been postponed and will be rescheduled to a later date later in the year.

COASTAL ALLIANCE Our Christmas outing for the Alliance has been cancelled twice due to inclement weather and the event will now take place on Thursday, 21st January, 2016. Hopefully, the New Year will bring us drier conditions which will make the event all the more enjoyable, will keep you posted on same!!

NEW MEMBERSHIP OFFERS Ladies, if you would like to try out a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we are in the process of combining a very attractive and generous package for new members to include free golf lessons and the use of clubs. Names are now being taken, for details contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk. (058-44055).

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Cheque presentatiuon to Cuan House. Included in photograph: John Innes South Coast Tri Club, Therese O’Connell, Tina O’Driscoll from Cuan House, Stephen Devereaux, Anthony O’Driscoll Cuan House and Maria O’Connor South Coast Tri Club.

[Dave O’Brien]

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Youghal RNLI - L-R Eric Brooks, Thomas Cliffe, Noreen Mason Youghal Lifeboat, Maria O’Connor, Stephen Devereaux, John Innes South Coast Tri Club and Kevin Daly, Youghal RNLI Lifeboat.

[Dave O’Brien]

AGM, awards night, cheque presentations and Tech Talk SOUTH Coast Triathlon Club held a remarkable evening of indoor activity last Friday, 15th-January.

Meeting in Clancy’s at 7:30 the evening kicked off with an outline AGM where the committee for 2016 were announced, membership figures analysed, which were extraordinary and the facts and figures published for all to see.

The night started early because there was a lot on the agenda so while not everyone was on time for various reasons, as the evening went on the room gradually filled to capacity.

Once the formalities of the AGM were complete it was time to present a couple of cheques. The club hosts the annual Moby Dick Triathlon in September. In 2014 we donated funds raised to the local Order of Malta unit to buy essential equipment for their ambulance,

without which many sporting events simply wouldn’t go ahead.

Last September we had another highly successful event, adding in a Junior Triathlon on the same day and the weather smiled on us… one of the few events last season that could boast that one!

Anyway, two local charities were chosen to benefit this time and they were Cuan House Cancer Support Centre which is a voluntary organisation established to provide the best possible cancer support services to the people of East Cork and West Waterford. With counselling, relaxation therapies and group support services on offer to cancer patients.

The second charity was Youghal RNLI Lifeboat. An asset in the town since the 1830’s this volunteer organisation keeps watch on the seas which are so important to

West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343.

E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Weekend Competition 16th/17th January – 13 Hole Stableford 1st. Lanson Kelly (12) 33 pts, 2nd. Luke Swayne (10) 32 pts, 3rd.

Liam Leahy (15) 29 pts b7.

FIXTURES Comeragh Oil Winter League Round 1. Mon., 18th Jan – Sunday, 24th Jan. SOUTH EAST JUNIOR ALLIANCE Well done to club member Liam Hansbury who secured 1st place with 40pts at Dungarvan on Sunday last.

Next outing at Waterford GC on Sunday next 24th January. West Waterford will host the alliance on Sunday

7th February.

DRAW FOR FREE HALF SUB 2017 Congratulations to Michael St. Ledger who was the lucky winner in the draw held in conjunction with the Captain’s Drive In. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE Round 1 of the Winter League commenced last Monday and will continue up to next Sunday, 24th January.

We now urge all members to play when you can and get a score in for your team.

We would remind all players to enter your score cards when you are finished as every card could be vital for

Youghal down the years. At any time of any day these volunteers are ready with the best of kit, training and support to answer the call form anybody in difficulty on the water.

Both groups had representatives in attendance on the night to each receive a cheque for €1,500 towards their great and admirable work.

The club announced the return of the Moby Dick Triathlon in 2016 - it’s on Saturday, 24th September but that’s not all…they also announced 2 further public events, a Duathlon on March 19th - no swimming required, this is a RunCycle-Run event and an AquaVelo is on the cards for July - that one’s a swim and cycle race but it’ll have both sprint and olympic distances for those in the know.

Full details of all the club’s

your team’s qualification to the top 16. So hopefully over the next few weeks we should see some good golf and of course that bit of banter between golfers who want to get through to the qualifying rounds first and then all the way to the final.

Entrants may play any day during the week and those not playing in the league are most welcome to compete for the weekly prizes awarded over 4 categories.

As qualifying round results become available they will be updated and published on the evening of the concluding day of that round and you can check these on www.westwaterfordgolf.com PARK HOTEL SPORTS STAR AWARDS 2016 All roads lead to the Park Hotel on Saturday night, 23rd January for the Park Hotel Sports Star Awards.

Thanks to the exploits of Gary Hurley in 2015, the West Waterford contingent is once again looking forward to the big night when the supreme sports star for 2015 will be announced.

We are delighted to be associated with the event,

events, training sessions and membership information is available on their details and colourful website at www.southcoast.club so take a look over that when you have time.

The next phase of the night’s activities introduced accomplished triathlete Chris Mintern to the members. Chris is no stranger to Youghal and while his membership rests at home in Cork his family have a summer home here in town. All Chris’ family regularly swim with us on our sea swims on Sundays and Wednesdays throughout the summer.

Chris himself has taken the honours on many events having cut his teeth at the tender age of 13 here at the Youghal triathlon when he blagged his way onto the startline and came home third in the adults race. That was way back in 2007

which is black tie, and remind supporters that they can procure their tickets by contacting Gillian or Austin at 058 43216 and all in here in West Waterford wish Gary the very best of luck.

OUR WEBSITE Just a reminder that the full list of Winter League teams is now posted on the club website and updated round by round scoring will be available on www.westwaterfordgolf.com as it happens.

Billy O’Sullivan continues to do a professional job on the site and is always available to update as required. I would recommend that you visit the site and see for yourself what’s happening at West Waterford.

RESTAURANT OPEN FOR SUNDAY LUNCH We are delighted to report that Sunday Lunch at West Waterford has been a great success to date and wish to thank you all for your continued support.

If you haven’t done so already why not come along and relax in the warmth of our bar and restaurant.

Sunday lunch is available between 12.30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

and since then his name has become household up and down the country and even broke into Europe last summer….A bright future for this young man.

Chris gave a talk about training and race tactics as well as sharing a few little knacks that have saved him seconds, minutes and sometimes dignity when preparing for a race.

Finally, after a Q&A session with Chris, the group retired upstairs to the bistro for some lovely food and a few sociables, by way of our Christmas Party.

2016 holds lots in store for South Coast Triathlon Club - Adults memberships are already growing and the Junior section goes from strength to strength.

No rest for the wicked, the new season kicked off last weekend with the first race of the season in

CONFIRMATION AND COMMUNION MENU AVAILABLE Do you have a Confirmation or First Communion in 2016? If you do then our first communion and confirmation menus are now available.

Give us a call on 058 43216 or call into the bar or office at West Waterford to get a copy. We look forward to serving you.

LOOKING BACK – 1996 - 1997 1996 was another memorable year for the club with Justin Spratt as Captain, Michael French as President and Mary Ronayne as Lady Captain.

The club got a huge boost early in the year with the election of our founder Captain Pat Murphy to the Munster Branch of the Golfing Union of Ireland.

It was great recognition for this relatively new club and for an individual who has devoted most of his life to the game.

The inaugural Senior Scratch Cup was won by Johnny Kavanagh from Castletroy, while John Murphy captured the

Kildare on Sunday, next big one in Cork is the Fota Challenge Series Duathlon on February 27th which will see a good few members toeing the line, some for their first ever event.

After that we’ll have our own event on Saturday, 19th March and from there on, the new season will truly heat up.

Names to watch from Youghal this year include Brian Sanders, Sebastian Helka, Jacek Kura in the National Series of events and ‘Watch Out Galway’…we’re on our way in June when a large contingent will tackle the Challenge Galway middle and long distance endurance triathlons.

Swims in Galway Bay, cycles through the Burren and Half as well as Full Marathon races in the City of Tribes.

You HAVE been warned!

Captain’s Prize this year.

David Walsh was to accept the President’s Prize from Michael French.

Our first ever open week at West Waterford surpassed our wildest expectations with members and visitors turning out in force in perfect golfing conditions.

Over the Christmas, the flags at West Waterford flew at half mast in a fitting tribute to the memory of a great friend and legendary golf course designer Eddie Hackett who passed on to greener fairways in the sky.

1997 saw Billy Nugent take over as Captain and Frank Walsh assume the duties of President.

Mary Ronayne passed the Ladies Captaincy to Frances Carroll. Alan Harty became the first player from the club to represent Ireland when he played for the Irish Boys.

The Captain’s Prize was won by Tom Butler with Jenny Sweeney (RIP) taking the Lady Captain’s Prize.

Dungarvan CBS represented by Alan Harty, David Morrissey and Mark Shanahan won the Munster Final of the Irish Schools and later went on to win the Irish

Finals. The boys also won the Munster Final of the Fred Daly.

Finally the annual Lions Club WLR Hamper Appeal raised £1,216 for some very worthy causes.

CONDOLENCES Sincere condolences to Brian Furlong and the extended family on the recent passing of his mother. May she rest in peace.

Contact details Telephone: 058 43216 Fax: 058 44343.

WEST WATERFORD GOLF CLUB LADIES NOTES The Ladies Winter League has now begun after a protracted period of bad weather.

All details are on the notice board and also on the website. This round will run for approximately two weeks and one can enter as often as you like. The best of luck to all teams and be sure to get out there and gather points for your team. Remember, four scores to count and bonus points for everyone who plays.

The January 9 hole continues with two best cards to count. This month’s competition is being sponsored by Ciara Donnelly.

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GAA

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Club Focus Kilrossanty…

Kilrossanty – Building for the future on a successful past ONE cannot be but impressed about the level of development in Kilrossanty’s Pairc Naomh Brid in recent years which, when completed, will be second to no other club grounds in the county. While the new stand which will accommodate up to 300 spectators is top of the list in many a view, the work done also before this in the Grounds is a credit to those responsible.

The splendid condition of the clubhouse inside and out and the accompanying gym sets the scene for an impression of a club very much alive. Much work has been completed on the playing field itself in the past year with the draining and reseeding of the field surrounded by fencing all of which will undoubtedly be positively welcomed by all comers in the new championship year.

Kilrossanty were also one of the first clubs to have a floodlight system and a further nine acres of land has been purchased to develop a second field, a juvenile training facility and an all weather pitch in the coming years.

This will ensure that the young Green and Gold’s have the best facilities in order to reach their potential.

The Comeragh club is as old as the GAA itself having been founded in 1885 and the aim now must surely be to regain former glory at the top of Deise football, which club teams enjoyed in days of yore. Kilrossanty last won the Conway cup back in 1989, all of 27 years ago this year, and this will be plainly seen as too long an absence down Comeragh way.

Recent years have done little to restore confidence in winning a 16th Senior title but perhaps a corner was turned last year when the current crop of Green and Golds enjoyed a good year on the fields before bowing out to

Ballinacourty at the penultimate stage. The involvement of the team management of Emmett Doherty, Pierce Connell and Noel P. Walsh certainly had something to do with this turnaround and, in our own view, it was the increased levels of fitness that brought the team up a number of notches.

Nobody will be backing the team to go all the way in 2016 but it will be of the utmost importance for the team to reproduce last season’s form and develop further if they are to avoid another valley period.

At the other end of the age spectrum, much work is being done at underage level in both codes and this is beginning to bear fruit which will provide players for the adult teams in a short few years.

The club returns to the junior hurling championship after an absence of a handful of years and there was always a number of good wielders of the camán down Comeragh way. The football mentors, Doherty and Connell will also take charge of the hurling team.

There is a definite upsurge in the club at the moment at all levels and the officers and committee are obviously doing their utmost to cater for their ambitious development plans with a wide variety of fundraising events ongoing.

Therefore, the wheels are in motion down Leamybrien way and time alone will tell if the words of Michael Walsh, Poet, Ballingown still hold true.

“The stuff is in the Comeraghs and will be till the day, The trumpet tones of Gabriel will call us all away”.

CLUB AGM Kilrossanty GAA held their AGM on Friday, 11th December in St. Brigid’s Hall, and the following is the line up

to guide the club for the next twelve months.- President: Jimineen Power; VicePresident: Honorary Presidents: Fr, John Delaney, Sean Baldwin, Michael Prendergast, Jimmy Doocey, Dinny O’Brien, Tom Walsh; Chairman: Kevin Lonergan; Treasurer: Liam Brazil; Secretary: Jason Dee; Health and Wellbeing Officer: Jason Dee; PRO: Jimmy Curran; Membership: Darren Mulhearne; Field Officers: Jason Dee, Sean Veale.

Team Managers – Senior: Emmett Dorothy, Pierce Connell; Selector: Noel P. Walsh; Junior Football: Pat Whyte; U-21 Football: Jimmy Maher & Darren Mulhearne; Minor Football: Benny Whyte; Junior Hurling: Emmett Dorothy, Pierce Connell KILROSSANTY FOOTBALL ROLL OF HONOUR 15 SENIOR TITLES & WINNING CAPTAINS: P. Wall 1888, - P. McGrath 1919, P. Veale 1939, D. McGuire 1949-1952,- J. Power 1957, J. Maher 1960,T. Walsh 1964, - P. Whyte 1983, - M. Walsh 1985,1986, N Hayes 1988, - H. Quinn 1989.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL WINS: 1918 Pat Keating (Captain), 1926 Jim Higgins (Captain), 1937 Pat Veale (Captain), 1998 Dermot Kiely (Captain) 2010, Colin Dee (Captain), 2013, Ciaran Keating (Captain).

UNDER 21 FOOTBALL: 1983 Pat Hayes (Captain), 1992 Bryan Kirwan (Captain), 1993 Michael Fitzgerald (Captain), 2011 Dwaine Kirwan (Captain).

MINOR TITLE AND WINNING CAPTAIN: S. Prendergast 2004.

PLAYER OF THE YEAR: 1972 Pa Walsh, 1986 Jimmy Fraher,1988 Jim Maher.

UNDER-AGE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: 1979 Pierie Whyte, 1989 Darren

Kilrossanty GAA Clubhouse and dressingrooms.

Kilrossanty GAA Club’s stand at the well appointed Pairc Naomh Brid.

Mulheame, 2010 Paul Whyte.

JACK FURLONG AWARD: 2001 Jimmy Maher, 2007 Jimineen Power.

PHELAN CUP WINS & CAPTAINS: M. Prendergast 1956, J. Power 1957, N. Tobin, 1982 P. Whyte 1984, T.

Kilrossanty who defeated Na Gael in the County Under 15 Football Championship Division 3 Cup final at the Fraher Field, Dungarvan, recently.

Prendergast 1987, J. Maher 1990, M. Prendergast 2011.

SENIOR FOOTBALL MEDALS: J. Power (8), M. Prendergast (8), B. Kirwan (7), J. Whyte (7).

RAILWAY CUP MEDALS: Pa Walsh 1972.

WESTERN JUNIOR B FOOTBALL: 1998 Pat Keating (Captain).

RECORD IN MUNSTER: 1888 Semi-Finalists. 1964 Semi-Finalist, 1986 Finalists, 1988 Finalists.

JUNIOR HURLING: Pat Fitzgearld 1990 (Captain).

MUNSTER MEDALS: Neil O'Connor 1992 M.H.; Tom Tobin 1984 J.F.; Alfie Kirwan (Capt) 1999, 2004 J.F; Roger Power 1999, 2004 J.F.; Jack Kiely 1999, 2004 J.F.; Seamus Veale 1999 J.F.; Stephen Prendergast 2003 U-21 F; Mattie Kiely 2004 J.F. ALL IRELAND MEDALS: Alfie Kirwan (Capt) 1999, 2004 J.F.; Roger Power 1999, 2004 J.F.; Jack Kiely 1999, 2004 J.F.; Seamus Veale 1999 J.F.; Mattie Kiely 2004 J.F. WESTERN TITLES: J.F. 1918-1926-1937-1998-20102013. M.F 1987-1988-19892004-2011. U-21F 19831989-1990-1992-1993-2009-

2011. J.H.B. 1990-2001.

J.F.B. 1998.

SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUES: 1911 Pat Navin; 2012 Mark Prendergast.

COUNTY FOOTBALL LEAGUE: 1998 Div 3 Dermot Kiely; 2000 Div 3 Pierie

Whyte.

WESTERN FOOTBALL LEAGUES: 1997 Div 1 Tom Prendergast; 1998 Div. 3 Pat Keating.

WESTERN HURLING LEAGUE: 1998 Div. 3 John Power.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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Munster Senior Hurling League

Cork finishes strongly against experimental Waterford Cork ………………… 2-18; Waterford ……………0-13.

THE attendance of 588 hardy souls in Mallow last Wednesday evening, the vast majority supporting the home team, were treated to as good a game as could be expected in the underfoot and sleety conditions that prevailed at this much used North Cork venue. A Harty Cup game preceded this encounter in the afternoon and the footballers of the same counties were scheduled to play there also 24 hours later.

Looking at the team sheets, the outcome favoured the Rebels from the outset as they looked much the stronger on paper and, under their new management and their results from 2015, perhaps required the win much more than the Déise management who gave a large number of players an opportunity to impress in advance of announcing the panel for the upcoming Allianz National Hurling League Series.

In this regard, Tommy Waring, Kieran Bennett and Shane McNulty caught the eye while regular Shane Bennett looked very much at home throughout the hour.

Tallow’s Tommy Ryan also had his moments with Shane McNulty operating as the

Andy Molumby, impressed against Cork in the forward line. extra man in defence and, at times, no Waterford player operating inside their opponent’s 45 metre line.

The home team started the livelier and they led by 0-3 to 0-1 after seven minutes courtesy of scores from Padraig O’Rourke, Pa Cronin, ’65’ and Luke O’Farrell, the latter impressing in the first half. The first two scores of Shane Bennett’s contribution of 0-6 (5f, 1’65’) and a fine Tommy Waring (Erin’s Own) point levelled matters by the completion of the first quarter and after this the remainder of the half was evenly played out with the winners nudging ahead in the final minutes to lead by 0-11 to 0-8 at the short whistle.

In between, Waterford, to their credit, produced two goal scoring attempts with Tommy Ryan providing for Mikey Kearney and Shane Bennett for Ryan but on both occasions Patrick Collins’ line remained intact, conceding just a Tommy Waring point from the latter effort.

Seamus Harnedy was introduced as a temporary substitute for Padraig O’Rourke in the 12th minute and he added two good scores before coming off again. Other notable features of an entertaining first half were a brace of points by Luke O’Farrell, a terrific catch

by Shane McNulty under pressure and a further 0-3f each by Shane Bennett and Pa Cronin with Cork guilty of a number of wides from play

by O’Farrell and Stephen Moylan.

Waterford brought on four subs for the second half in Frank McGrath (Roanmore), Seamus Keating (Ardmore), Shane Ryan (Fourmilewater) and Andy Molumby (Cappoquin) and in the time available to them, all four tried their utmost with Molumby’s darting runs and speed on the ball impressing throughout.

Pa Cronin, in the arctic conditions, missed a share of second half frees and Waterford were still in the

game with 55 minutes on the clock as they were in arrears by just 0-2 at 0-14 to 0-12.

Tommy Ryan reopened the scoring in the 39th minute and white flags by Ryan again and by Shane Bennett (f) had the teams level for the third time at 0-11 apiece.

The winners endured two bad wides from frees but the writing was on the wall for the visitors from the end of the third quarter as Kieran Kingston’s charges took command of proceedings once and for all, cemented by a goal in the 56th minute by the newly introduced William Leahy (Aghada) on foot of a three man move.

In the recently experienced weather, this was akin to opening the flood gates and the Rebels added another 1-4 to a solitary point in added time by Mikey Kearney from a Seamus Keating pass. Cronin scored his first point from play, Leahy added a score to his goal, Youghal’s Bill Cooper got on the scoring sheet as did Stephen Moylan and Cooper’s well taken 67th minute goal put the icing on the cake for the home side.

That night, Waterford named another experimental side ahead of last Sunday’s outing against Clare in Carriganore with another set of players being given a run

Referee Declan O’Driscoll (Limerick) pictures with team captains Shane O’Sullivan (Waterford) and Luke O’Farrell (Cork). out in advance of the National league.

Cork’s Top Three: Pa Cronin, Luke O’Farrell, Cormac Murphy.

Waterford’s Top Three: Shane Bennett, Shane McNulty, Kieran Bennett.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Pa Cronin.

Number of Scorers: Cork 8.

Waterford 6.

Scores from Play: Cork 2-11 Waterford 0-7.

Frees For: Cork 13. Waterford 11.

Wides: Cork 5. Waterford 4.

Score of the Match: Tommy Ryan’s 39th minute point from play off his left hand side from

near the sideline at an acute angle.

Scorers for Cork: P. Cronin (0-6 fs, 0-1 65) (1-8); W. Leahy (1-1); L. O’Farrell (0-3); S. Harnedy (0-2); B. Cooper, P. O’Rourke, S. Moylan, D. Brosnan (0-1) each.

Scorers for Waterford: S. Bennett (0-6, frees); T. Ryan, T. Waring (0-2) each; S. O’Sullivan M. Kearney, A. Molumphy (0-1) each.

Cork: P. Collins, S. Murphy, M. Ellis, C. Buckley, P. O’Mahony, B. Moylan, W. Egan, C. Murphy, D. Cahalane, D. Brosnan, B. Cooper, P. Cronin, P. O’Rourke, L. O’Farrell, S. Moylan.

Subs: S. Harnedy for O’Rourke (blood, 17-23); P. O’Sullivan for Buckley (45); W. Leahy for O’Farrell, inj., (53); S. Harnedy for Brosnan, (60).

Waterford: I. O’Regan, C. Gleeson, S. Roche, K. Bennett, P. Prendergast, S. McNulty, G. O’Brien, C. Dunford, S. Bennett, C. Guiry, S. O’Sullivan, T. Waring, T. Ryan, C. Roche, M. Kearney.

Subs: F. McGrath for McNulty (blood, 35-HT); F. McGrath for G. O’Brien, S. Keating for Guiry, A. Molumphy for Dunford, S. Ryan for Prendergast (all HT); H. Barnes for S. Bennett (55).

Referee: D. O’Driscoll (Limerick).

Ryans shine in Carriganore rain Clare ………………….1-20; Waterford ……………...1-9.

TYPICAL January weather conditions greeted the announced attendance of 430 hardy souls to Carriganore last Sunday afternoon for this latest game in the Munster Senior hurling league. The sun certainly wasn’t going to shine and in its place, in a one sided game, it was the Ryan named players from either side, Colin from Clare and Thomas from Waterford who shone out. Both players registered 0-7 each with further contributions from Darach Honan, John Conlan and Mikey O’Malley ensuring that victory went to the visitors and a place in the League final on Sunday, January 31st.

Clare’s dominance was also displayed by their tally of 12 scoreable wides compared to just three for their hosts while from a Waterford viewpoint the performances of Thomas Ryan and Andy Molumby may well have earned them a place in the County panel for the upcoming National league series.

Newcomers Ross Browne (Colligan) and Shane Ryan (Fourmilewater) impressed at corner and wing back respectively, while Kieran Bennett (Ballysaggart) and Micheal Harney (Bunmahon) were

Thomas Ryan, scored 0-7 for Waterford. always in the thick of the action.

Davy Fitzgerald’s charges were in control here from the outset but a handful of bad wides early on ensured that they led by just a point from Darach Honan with ten minutes on the clock. After Brian Nolan (Roanmore) was upended, Tommy Ryan equalised for the only time in the seventy minutes as the Banner gradually but convincingly pulled clear on the scoreboard.

A slip in defence left midfielder David Reidy in for a goal at the dressing room end and a lead of 1-2 to 0-1 following Honan’s second point from play. In bitterly cold conditions, with the holding of the hurley in itself a task, a highlight of the first moiety was a

pointed free by Tommy Ryan, against the wind, from the half way line.

However, five subsequent points by Man of the Match Colin Ryan and a brace from John Conlon, with the latter skimming over the crossbar, gave the winners a commanding 1-9 to 0-2 advantage after 25 minutes. Credit this Waterford line out, though, playing together for the first time, they showed admirable determination and they were rewarded when Andy Molumby rattled the net at the far end after a trade mark darting run by Tommy Ryan into the heart of the Clare defence. Centre back and captain on the day, Paudie Prendergast added a fine score from play in the 26th minute but Clare finished out the half the stronger with scores by Conlon (2) and Mikey O’Malley to enjoy a match winning 1-12 to 1-3 lead at the break.

Waterford restarted well producing scores by Brian Nolan and Tommy Ryan (f) but the winners experience of playing together often was a distinct advantage, resulting in further white flags from the hurleys of Colin Ryan and Darach Honan and a lead of 1-17 to 1-5 with 47 minutes played.

Credit Derek McGrath’s

line up, they won the remaining 26 minutes of play by 0-4 to 0-3 as the team contested throughout though the result was ominous. Tommy Ryan struck all of the Deise scores in this period and one of his pointed frees was a result of Andy Molumby being hauled down en route to a second goal after he had disposed a short Clare puck out.

Clare’s final three points came from Cathal O’Connell, Tony Kelly and Darach Honan and this list of three names alone informs us of the strength of the Clare team in action on the day. Once again, Waterford played an extra man in defence while for most of the second half, there was just one Deise man inside his opponents 45 metre line in the company of two and often three Clare players. In this respect, balls out of defence were just a clearance for a bout of ‘’backs and forwards’’ while on the rare occasions we had enough players up front, the Clare defence was troubled and conceded frees which Tommy Ryan punished.

The games against Cork and Clare gave players an opportunity to impress selectors and, in our view, Tommy Ryan, Andy Molumby, Tommy Waring and Kieran Bennett did just that as we await the announcement of

the County panel for the upcoming league series.

Clare’s Top Three: Colin Ryan, John Conlon, Darach Honan.

Waterford’s Top Three: Tommy Ryan, Andy Molumby, Kieran Bennett.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Colin Ryan.

Number of Scorers: Clare 7.

Waterford 4.

Scores from Play: Clare 1-17. Waterford 1-4.

Score of the Match: Waterford’s 25th minute goal engineered by Tommy Ryan and executed by Andy Molumby.

Frees For: Clare 12.

Watergord 13.

Wides: Clare 12. Waterford 3.

Clare: 1. Donal Tuohy (Crusheen); 2. Eoin O’Brien

(Newmarket-on-Fergus), 3. Jack Browne (Ballyea), 4. Paul Flanagan (Ballyea); 18. Cian Dillon (Crusheen), 19. David McInerney (Tulla); 6. Conor Cleary (Kilmaley); 5. Gearoid O’Connell (Ballyea), 9. David Reidy (Éire Óg); 10. Peter Duggan (Clooney-Quin); 26.

Colin Ryan (Newmarket-onFergus), 12. Bobby Duggan (Clarecastle); 13. Mikey O’Malley (Kilmaley), 24. Darach Honan (Clonlara),11.

John Conlon (Clonlara).

Subs: 25.

Tony Kelly (Ballyea) for Peter Duggan (H-T) 15.

Cathal O’Connell (Clonlara) for Bobby Duggan (53), 21. David Fitzgerald (InaghKilnamona) for Conlon (60), 8.

David Conroy (St. Joseph’s Doora-Barefield) for O’Connell

(62). 17. Eoin Quirke (Whitegate) for McInerney (66).

Waterford: 1. Paddy Cooke (Ballygunner), 2. Jordan Henley (Tallow), 3. Kieran Bennett (Ballysaggart), 4. Ross Browne (Colligan); 5. Shane Ryan (Fourmilewater), 6. Paudie Prendergast (Lismore), 7. Frank McGrath (Roanmore); 8. Harley Barnes (Ballygunner), 9. Mark O’Brien (Ferrybank); 10. Míchéal Harney (Bunmahon), 11. Thomas Ryan (Tallow), 12. Seamus Keating (Ardmore), 13. Andy Molumby (Cappoquin), 15. Brian Nolan (Roanmore).

Subs: 19. Eoin Madigan (Roanmore) for Keating (50); 24.

Tommy Waring (Erin’s Own) for Guiry (56).

Referee: John O’Brien (Tipperary).

Referee John O’Brien (Tipperary) pictured with team captains Cian Dillon (Clare) and Paudie Prendergast (Waterford).

PARK HOTEL SPORTS STAR AWARD 2015

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

The Park Hotel Award secrets to be known this Saturday 25th Year (1991 – 2015) IT is now over Twenty-Five years since The Park Hotel opened its doors on the 4th July 2009, a significant date as Dottie and Niall Flynn had returned to Ireland over a quarter of a century previously to start in the hospitality industry in Ireland.

Looking for a unique event to enhance the stature of the hotel and help to promote it further afield, the notion of The Park Hotel Awards was born.

It was Pierce who took on the major mantle of organising what was a ground-breaking event for its time, for the concept of awards for the broadest spectrum of sport in a county had never been attempted.

It was an era of major international achievement by Deise Sports people from cycling represented by Sean Kelly, to horse-racing and even board sailing which was quite a new sport, with basketball and athletics falling to the women.

It was an instant success and, in the twenty-four years since, has lost none of its appeal, none of its excitement or expectation and next Saturday night, the ballroom of the hotel will be full to overflowing with monthly winners, their families, friends and representatives of the sporting organisations of the champions.

Special Guest on the night will be Johnny Giles.

Who will be declared the Supreme Sports Star for 2015?

Only the adjudicating panel know that and even they may not yet have made the final decision.

It would not be the first time that the decision came at the end of a long debate and the validity of their eventual decision is confirmed by the overwhelming agreement among the guests and wider public on their choice.

As usual, it will not be an easy

decision for there are many frontrunners and each monthly winner is worthy of her / his place.

That award was hard won on the pitch, on the track or on the court and such is the degree of respect for the monthly award winners that they feel truly acknowledged when they take one away.

Twenty-five years, twenty-five sports and a pantheon of champions that any county – or indeed country – could be proud of.

This year, the Guest Speaker will be the great man of soccer, John Giles a figure whose stature in the game is surpassed only by the respect in which he is held.

In the darker days of Irish international participation in soccer tournaments, many of the great British clubs would not release their Irish players to play for their country, but when John Giles became player / Manager of the team, that changed and a new era of soccer opened up for Ireland.

Leaving a very successful playing and managing career behind, Johnny Giles became one of the country’s best loved and respected soccer pundits on TV and the exchanges between him, Liam Brady and Eamonn Dunphy, supervised, prompted and added to by Bill O’Herlihy became the

stuff of great sporting TV. The task of the Adjudicating panel of John O’Connor, Neil Gough, Kieran O’Connor and Ger Lawton of the Waterford News & Star, is a formidable one, but one which they have accomplished in easy and uncontentious fashion over the quarter century.

As in that very first year, Brass & Co will be supplying not just music, but a subtle invitation to leave the talking and drinking at the table, grab a partner and glide around the dance-floor as in days of yore.

They have a magnificent sound and add greatly to the enjoyment of an evening out.

This year’s Monthly Winners were: January: Thomas O’Gorman (Gaelic Football); February: John Kiely, (Horse Racing); March: Niamh Briggs (Rugby); April: Thomas Barr, Athletics and Daryl Murphy (Soccer), May: Kevin Moran, (GAA); June: Craig Breen (Motor Racing); July: Thomas Barr, (Athletics); August: Gary Hurley (Golf); Sept: Caithriona McGlone; (Camogie) and Linda Wall, (Gaelic Football); October: Shauna O’Brien (Swimming); November: Henry de Bromhead, (Horse Racing) and December: Sinead Deegan (Basketball).

Park Hotel Monthly Award Winners 1991-2015 BREAKDOWN OF MONTHLY WINNER BY SPORT Hurling (43): Paul Flynn 5, Kevin Moran 4, Ken McGrath 3, Dan Shanahan 3, Tony Browne 3, Billy O’Sullivan 2, Eoin Kelly 2, John Mullane 2, Stephen Bennett 2, Sean Daly 1, Mick Mahony 1, Gerald McCarthy 1, Padraig Fanning 1, Pat Fitzgerald 1, Fergal Hartley 1, Nicky Cashin 1, Michael Walsh 1, Justin McCarthy 1, David O’Sullivan 1, Craig Maloney 1, Noel Connors 1, Maurice Shanahan 1, Philip Mahony 1, Wayne Hutchinson 1, Kieran Power 1, Patrick Curran 1, Tom Devine 1, Kevin Daly 1, Owen Connors 1.

Athletics (43): Kelly Proper 7, David McCarthy 6, Susan Smith 4, Kate Veale 3, Thomas Barr 3, John Treacy 2, William Harty 2, Jamie Costin 2, Bríd Golden 2, Niamh Whelan 2, Joe Gough 2, Francis Lynch 1, Derek Hayes 1, Bro. P. Lennon 1, John Hallissey 1, Mairead Murphy 1, Mairead Deevy 1, Megan and Ben Kiely 1, Jessie Barr 1.

Soccer (40): John O’Shea 11, Stephen Hunt 3, Daryl Murphy 2, Tommy Lynch 2, Alfie Hale 2, Paul Power 2, Alan Kirby 2, Shane Robinson 2, Brian Murphy 2, Noel Hunt 2, Jim Goodwin 2, Brian Arrigan 1, Micheál Downey 1, Kevin Kelly 1, Mick Madigan 1, Michael Devine 1, Gary Dempsey 1, Jimmy McGeough 1, Brian O’Keeffe 1, Willie John Kiely 1 and

Kenny Browne 1.

Horse Racing (29): David Casey 6, Tom Queally 6, Pat Flynn 4, Henry de Bromhead 4, Shay Barry 3, John Kiely 2, Ken Whelan 1, John Queally 1, Danny Grant, Robert Widger 1 and Mark Beecher 1.

Showjumping (21): Francis Connors 10, John Ledingham 4, Anthony Condon 3, Denis Coakley 1, Peter Moloney 1, Paul Beecher 1 and Tholm Keane 1.

Golf (21): Seamus Power 5, Gary Hurley 3, Kevin Phelan 2, Robin Dawson 2, Eddie Power 1, Michael Burns 1, Suzanne O’Brien 1, Gavin McNeill 1, Eoin Ryan 1, Justin Spratt 1, Mark Shanahan 1, Alan Thomas 1, and De La Salle College 1.

Basketball (17): Gillian Hayes 3, Michael Evans 2, Gerry Fitzpatrick 2, Catherina White 2, Christina Kiely 1, Eric Blair 1, Orla Dempsey 1, Mary & Kim Fitzpatrick 1, Dean Kavanagh 1, Robert Grant 1, Michelle Aspel 1, Sinead Deegan 1.

Cycling (16): Ciaran Power 7, Declan Lonergan 4, Robert Power 2, Sean Kelly 1, Stephen Spratt 1 and Rory Wyley Jnr 1.

Gaelic Football (15): John Kiely 2, Shane Briggs 2, Carthach McCraith 1, Peter Ferncombe 1, Pat Walsh 1, Richie Power 1, Michael Supple 1, Michael Walsh 1, Sean Ahearne 1, John Hearne 1,

Maurice O’Gorman 1, Gary Hurney 1, John Moore 1, Thomas O'Gorman 1.

Boxing (10): Neil Gough 8, Martin Murphy, M & K Fitzpatrick 1, James Keoghan 1 and J.P. McDonagh 1.

Ladies Football (9): Michael Ryan 3, Bernie Ryan 1, Aine Wall 1, Marie Crotty 1, Catherina Casey 1, Mary O’Rourke 1, Linda Wall 1.

Rugby (8): Ben Cronin 4, Liam Lannon 1, Brendan Moran, Jason Moran & John Kelsey 1.

Swimming (8): Shauna O’Brien 5, Rebecca O’Meara 1, John Paul Williamson 1 & Joe Murphy 1.

Rallying (6): Craig Breen 5, Ray Breen 1.

Women’s Rugby (5): Niamh Briggs 5.

Rowing (3): Pat & Milo Murray

Park Hotel Sports Star Award 2015 Readers’ Competition THE Park Hotel is offering readers the opportunity to win a VIP Weekend for Two in The Old Ground Hotel, Ennis, The Imperial Hotel, Cork or the New Park Hotel, Kilkenny. There is also a runners-up prize for Dinner for Two in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

All you have to do is put your skill against our panel of Judges and choose which one of The Park Hotel Sports Stars (listed across) will be chosen Waterford’s Supreme Sports Star of 2015 at a Gala Banquet on Saturday, 23rd January, 2016.

So fill in the coupon straight away and you could be one of the lucky winners.

RULES 1. The employees and immediate families of The Park Hotel Group are not eligible to enter.

2. Prizes cannot be refunded for cash.

3. The Judges’ decision is binding and no correspondence will be entered into.

My choice for the Waterford Sports Star for 2015 is: ………………………………………………..

Name: ……………………………………….

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3.

Motor Cycling (3): Hilton Hincks 3.

Ladies Soccer (3): Ciara Grant 3.

Camogie (2): Colm Bonner & Padraig Fanning 1, Caithriona McGlone 1 Ladies Boxing (1): Lynne McEnery.

Greyhound Racing (1): John O’Connor 1.

Hockey (1): Roisin Foley 1.

Handball (1): Barry McAndrew & Kenny Keane.

Special Olympics (1): Susan McGill & Tom Scanlan.

Racquetball (1): Niamh Coffey & Tristan Hickey.

Total 25 Sports.

Most prolific monthly award winners 11: John O’Shea (soccer) 10: Francis Connors (showjumping).

8: Neil Gough (boxing).

7: Ciarán Power (cycling); Kelly Proper (athletics).

6: David Casey (horse racing), David McCarthy (athletics), Tom Queally (horse racing).

5: Paul Flynn (hurling), Seamus Power (golf), Niamh Briggs (rugby), Craig Breen (rallying), Shauna O'Brien (swimming).

4: Ben Cronin (rugby), Susan Smith (athletics), Declan Lonergan (rowing), Pat Flynn (horse racing), Capt. John Ledingham (showjumping), Kevin Moran (hurling), Henry de Bromhead (horse racing).

Return to :– Waterford Sports Star for 2015, c/o The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, County Waterford.

Closing date for entries is Friday, 22nd January, 2016, at 10.00 a.m.

RESULTS WILL BE PUBLISHED

Overall Park Hotel Waterford Supreme Sports Star award winners 1991 – Sean Kelly 1992 – Tony Browne 1993 – Eddie Power 1994 – Capt. John Ledingham 1995 – Capt. John Ledingham 1996 – Susan Smith 1997 – Neil Gough 1998 – Tony Browne 1999 – Ciarán Power 2000 – Tom Queally 2001 – Paul Flynn 2002 – Ken McGrath 2003 – John O'Shea 2004 – David Casey 2005 – Seamus Power 2006 – Dan Shanahan 2007 – Dan Shanahan 2008 – John O'Shea 2009 – Tom Queally 2010 – Tom Queally 2011 – Kate Veale 2012 – Craig Breen 2013 – Niamh Briggs 2014 – Niamh Briggs

(Cycling) (Hurling) (Golf) (Showjumping) (Showjumping) (Athletics) (Boxing) (Hurling) (Cycling) (Horse Racing) (Hurling) (Hurling) (Soccer) (Horse Racing) (Golf) (Hurling) (Hurling) (Soccer) (Horse Racing) (Horse Racing) (Athletics) (Rallying) (Rugby).

(Rugby).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

PARK HOTEL SPORTS STAR AWARDS 2015

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The Park Hotel Sports Star 2015 JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

THOMAS O’GORMAN (GAELIC FOOTBALL)

JOHN KIELY (HORSE RACING)

NIAMH BRIGGS (RUGBY)

Thomas was an inspirational in defence and played a captains roles leading the Waterford Footballers to McGrath Cup victory. Victories over an All Star Cork team in the semi-finals and Sigerson Cup Holder UCC in the final helped secured the county footballers silverware for the time in over 30 years.

John Kiely is the February winner of the Park Hotel, Waterford Sports star Award. John trained Carlingford Lough to win the Grade 1 Hennessy Gold Cup at Leopardstown the day after jockey Tony McCoy announced his retirement.

Niamh was in inspirational form as she captained the Women’s Irish Rugby Team to a record 73 – 3 win over Scotland to secure the RBS Six National Championship and the Triple Crown in March. She was also outstanding in the 20 nil defeat of Wales earlier in the month.

MAY

JUNE

KEVIN MORAN (GAA)

CRAIG BREEN (MOTOR RACING)

Kevin captained the Waterford Senior Hurling to the National Title in May. He led by example, with an outstanding Man of the Match performance to secure Waterford third league title and their first since 2007. This is Kevin’s fourth Park Hotel, Waterford Sports Award.

Craig won the ERC Rally Azores in Portugal, with a thrilling final stage win to secure his third ERC round win in a row. With four more rounds remaining in the ERC Championship, Craig is in a challenging position for the overall ERC Championship Title. This is Craig’s fifth Park Hotel award.

SEPTEMBER

CATHRIONA McGLONE (CAMOGIE) ANDLINDA WALL (GAELIC FOOTBALL) September belongs to ladies GAA with the Waterford Camogie team beating Kildare in the All Ireland Intermediate Final on Sunday, September 13th led by their inspirational Captain Linda Wall.

Two weeks later, Waterford and Kildare did it all again but on this occasion it was All Ireland Intermediate Football Final. This time it was the turn of Captain Caithriona McGlone to inspire her team victory.

JULY

APRIL

THOMAS BARR (ATHLETICS)

DARYL MURPHY (SOCCER)

Thomas Barr has been voted European Athlete of the Month for April, thanks to his European leading time of 49.04 set when winning the 400 metres hurdles at the Tom Jones Classic in Gainesville USA. This time qualifies Thomas for the Beijing World Championships in August.

Darryl had an outstanding season in the Championship, finishing with 27 league goals, the top league goal scorer in the Championship and the top league goals across all the English leagues. He was the Ipswich Town player of the year.

AUGUST

THOMAS BARR (ATHLETICS)

GARY HURLEY (GOLF)

Thomas became the first Irish athlete since Sonia O’Sullivan to win gold at the World University Championships. In a close, tense race, Thomas powered over the final hurdle, kicking away in the final 20 metres to secure victory in a time of 48.78 seconds.

Thomas will compete in this month’s World Championships.

Gary was outstanding at the European Amateur Golf Championships, shooting 18 under par for the tournament to win the silver medal. Gary’s excellent performance, combined with his consistency all year secured him a place on the prestigious Walker Cup team for the championship at Lytham & St. Anne. This is Gary’s third Park Hotel award.

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

SHAUNA O’BRIEN (SWIMMING)

HENRY DE BROMHEAD (HORSE RACING)

SINEAD DEEGAN (BASKETBALL)

It was an amazing weekend for UCD swimmers at the Manchester International swim meet led by Waterford’s Shauna O’Brien. Shauna broke Irish records three times during the event. She claimed records in the 50m and 100m fly events – breaking the Irish record on the 50m butterfly in 26:98, then again in the final in 26:76.

Henry De Bromhead is the winner of the November Park Hotel, Waterford Sports Star Award. Henry had an outstanding month with 5 horses from his stables in the winners enclosures. His biggest win of the month came at Newcastle with Identity Thief winning the Grade One Fighting Fifth National Hunt Hurdle. This is Henry’s 4th Park Hotel Sports Awards

Sinead Deegan is the winner of the December Park Hotel, Waterford Sports Star Award. Sinead captained the Wildcats to back-to-back victories in December and helped them secured a place at the National Cup Semifinals against UL Huskies. Sinead was also selected for the Irish Basketball Squad.

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GAA

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

GAA bid to remove Division 4 teams from SFC and scrap U-21 DIVISION 4 teams will be taken out of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship qualifiers if a GAA motion succeeds at next month’s Annual Congress in Carlow.

And in another controversial move, the GAA are aiming to scrap the Under-21 championships at intercounty level and replace them with an Under-20 competition. Croke Park’s powerful Central Council rubberstamped the proposals at a meeting last Saturday.

The Championship change is a bid to streamline the SFC and offer more competitive games to teams at all levels. Scrapping Under-21 is seen as a way of averting player burnout.

However, when the Association tried to revive the All-Ireland B Championship before it was met with fierce opposition and the idea eventually abandoned. The littleloved Tommy Murphy Cup ran between 2004 and 2008

and was open only to weaker football counties.

The motions will be put before delegates at Congress in February and to pass will require a two-thirds majority.

There are eight teams in Division 4 and, if the motion is carried, if they fail to make their respective provincial finals they will be put into an All-Ireland Senior B Football Championship That competition will be played off on a straight knockout basis and the winner will be guaranteed a spot in the following year’s qualifiers regardless of their League standing. If a Division 4 team does make their provincial final, they will be replaced in the B Championship by the lowest placed team in Division 3 that does not make a provincial final, other than the two relegated teams. This proposal will have knock-on effects for the Senior Football Championship, with the qualifiers reduced from four rounds to three if accepted.

The 16 teams that don’t make their provincial finals and aren’t playing in the B Championship will go straight into Round 1 of the backdoor competition. They will fight it out until there are four teams left and they will play the four beaten provincial finalists in Round 3, with the Connacht, Leinster, Munster and Ulster champions awaiting in the AllIreland quarter-finals. Under the proposal, if a team from Division 2, 3 and 4 is drawn against a team from a higher division in the qualifiers they will automatically have home advantage.

The eight teams currently in Division 4 are Antrim, Leitrim, Carlow, Waterford, Wicklow, London, Louth and Wexford. They all have a chance to get out of the B Championship equation, as the new competition will only come into being in 2017 if the motion succeeds.

Central Council will also propose that the inter-county Under-21 Championships be

scrapped and replaced by an Under-20 grade. These competitions would be played mid-week in June and July with matches finishing on the night. Under the proposal any game that finishes level will go to extra-time and if this doesn’t separate the teams there will be a sudden death free-taking shootout.

It is hoped that this would reduce player burn-out, cutting the number of games elite players have to play, particularly in the busy months of February and March in the GAA calendar.

The GAA are also proposing that replays only be played in the Championship following provincial and AllIreland finals that finish deadlocked. Also at Saturday’s meeting, the GAA said that the affiliation of a team from the British army’s Irish Guards couldn’t be rescinded, despite objection to their presence in London competitions from the Granuaile Hurling Club.

Kerry backs call for all live GAA to be free-to-air on TV A MOTION from Kerry will go before next year’s GAA Annual Convention aimed at returning all live broadcast Championship matches to free-to-air television. Croke Park took the decision two years ago to sell rights for live hurling and football games to Sky Sports, opening up the market to satellite broadcasters for the first time.

Sky have broadcast games from the past two Championships, including AllIreland quarter-finals, but many GAA fans have hit out at the move.

The Kerry County Board has passed a motion calling on all games to be kept on free-to-air, non-subscription stations. The motion, put forward by the Beale club and presented by Maurice Mannix reads:

“At the conclusion of the current TV broadcast rights contract, that all televised games be available on free to air TV.” That contract comes to an end following the conclusion of the 2016 season and the GAA will be under pressure from some quarters to freeze out Sky. “The feeling is strong on the ground over this,” explained Kerry County Board Chairman Patrick O’Sullivan, who presided over the convention. “Not everyone is able to get to games and for those people, radio and television are their main way of staying in touch with what’s happening in the GAA. “You have to see how people in some parts of the country look at this. On the

western seaboard it’s very different to Dublin, where the economic upturn has been a lot faster. "The decision to deal with Sky was taken when money was continuing to get a lot tighter for people."

Kerry GAA chiefs first suggested that they bring the matter up with Croke Park’s ruling Management Committee for discussion.

But such was the feeling among delegates, that a vote was taken and now the Beale motion will be discussed at Annual Congress in Carlow next February.

This delay is so long as it passes through the Rules Advisory Committee, the body that makes sure all motions are in order before they are put on the agenda.

Also at their Convention, Kerry moved to modify their

player-eligibility and transfer rules in an attempt to help rural clubs struggling with falling numbers. Up to now individuals could play for the club in the parish where they lived, or where they worked.

That has been changed and in future players will only be allowed to line-out for the club in the parish they live in.

“The GAA started to use the parish rule back in 1955 and it hasn’t been changed in 60 years.

A lot has happened in those 60 years,” said O’Sullivan. “In the past there weren’t as many cars on the road, but now nearly everyone has a car.”

It is hoped that the rule change will prevent players from smaller, rural clubs joining bigger outfits in the urban areas where they work.

D. J. Carey pictured with March winner, Tadgh de Búrca and parents, Tim and Maura de Búrca at the WLR/Granville GAA Awards 2015 Gala Dinner in the Granville Hotel.]

[Noel Browne]

County Board Meeting

Senior Hurling two group system Football format to be remains in 2016 finalised this Monday AT last Monday evening’s first of two January meetings on championship formats, Cappoquin’s proposal to have Divisional Senior Hurling championships prior to a County Final didn’t find favour with the majority of delegates and so the present system of two groups of six teams each will remain in place with a decision on the system of qualification and relegation to be confirmed at the second meeting this Monday, January 25th.

Likewise, Clonea’s proposal to run the Intermediate hurling championship on a county-wide basis also didn’t garner much support with the Western delegates unwilling to lose their very competitive and successful championship.

James Tobin, Billy O’Halloran and Finbarr Harrington were among those who spoke in favour of staying in the West which should again provide another thrilling season of hurling at this level.

A 40 minute debate on the senior football championship led one to believe that there may be a change in the 2016 format with three groups of four teams instead of two groups of six in with an even chance of being implemented at this Monday night’s meeting.

A group of senior clubs met twice in recent months to constructively examine the league and championship structure with the aim to improve football in the county. A letter read out on their behalf and a contribution from Pat Curran (Stradbally) made some very noteworthy points, but unfortunately revealed that their proposals were against general rule and so couldn’t be implemented which looks like a contradiction in trying to improve something.

Positives on their proposals included the league having a place in one’s progress in the championship, a start of the season fixture list, group games to be finished by the end of August, senior football games to be given pri-

ority over Divisional championships and one midweek fixture Senior game. County Board secretary Pat Flynn commented that some of these proposals could be included in the championship regulations.

On the other hand, Ardmore’s proposal on three groups of four found support from Kill and, Ballinacourty with Kill advocating the return of the county-wide leagues in all grades.

Brickeys, Gaultier, An Rinn and the Nire supported the retention of the 2015 system and in many cases this is understandable in both codes as the retention of a club’s hard won senior status is their rightful priority. Final decision at this Monday night’s meeting.

Gaultier proposed the county-wide running of the under 21 football championship which was supported in kind but once again, the Western clubs and also Rathgormack in the East want the retention of the divisional championships with the winning of such a title still very much important to clubs. Again, this will be finalised this Monday.

SNIPPETS *Fixtures Chairman Sean Micheal O’Regan requested honesty from clubs in requesting postponements during championships and applications of such for weddings must be requested at the start of the year. * 15,300 of the €10 National GAA tickets are currently in circulation in the county but only 701 of them are registered on line which must be done by each club so that the buyer is included in the draw. All tickets must be returned and registered on line by February 15th. * A meeting on the 2016 Deise Draw will be held in Stradbally this Wednesday, January 20th at 8 p.m. * The name of each club delegate to County Board meetings to be made known to the Board.

Eddie O’Donnell Monumental Works Easter U-21(B) H.C. Final

Portlaw and Tramore must meet again Portlaw ……………….0-13; Tramore ……………....1-10.

Courtesy of Phil Fanning HAVING already seen their final clash fall foul of the weather on at least three previous occasions the young men of Portlaw and Tramore defied the dreadful conditions in Kill on Sunday last but found that they must do it all again as the teams finished level at the end of eighty minutes. In truth it was a game that neither side deserved to lose on a day when character, courage and sheer endurance played as big a part as hurling skill.

With the rain teeming down and the ground becoming softer by the minute it was Portlaw who got off to the perfect start with D. J. Foran sending over a point from a

free with less than a minute played. Scores were always going to be hard to come by in the heavy conditions and took five further minutes for Trevor Kiely to hit the first point from play to give his side a two point lead.

Tramore began to settle into the game and in the 7th minute full forward Brian Murray was brought down in the square and from the resultant penalty Murray saw his shot brilliantly saved by Luke Power in the Portlaw goal.

A spell of Tramore pressure was rewarded in the 10th minute when Liam Goodwin’s shot on goal was parried by Power and Murray was on hand to drive the rebound to the net, giving Tramore a one point lead.

Portlaw regained the lead with points from Craig Coad and Craig Fraher but by the 18th minute Brian Murray had the sides level again from a free. Again the pendulum swung Portlaw’s way as Jamie Murphy, from a ‘65’, and D. J. Foran (F) edged their side back into the lead but the last score of the half came in the 21st minute with another Murray point (F).The closing ten minutes of the half saw tempers boiling over on both sides as referee Dessie O’Leary had no option but to issue red cards to Tramore’s Jason Wilmott and Portlaw’s Craig Fraher in an effort to calm things down.

With Portlaw carrying a 0-6 to 1-2 lead into the second half they looked set to take the game by storm as

Trevor Kiely, D. J. Foran and Kiely again added points between the 37th and 40th minutes to open up a four point lead. Tramore looked like drifting out of the game but they soon showed the spirit that had carried them through earlier replays to the final as Brian Murray and the lively Matthew Thompson sent over frees to cut the deficit to two points going into the final quarter.

Though the rain had abated somewhat the conditions remained difficult in the extreme and it was Tramore who now seized the initiative as Murray added two more points from frees to his total to level the tie going into the last five minutes.

Portlaw had not scored for over twenty minutes and

when Tramore substitute Sam Lenihan pointed from play in the 59th minute it looked as though the silverware was destined for Tramore. Portlaw needed something special to save the day and it came in the dying seconds through former minor star D. J. Foran who rose to the occasion to send over the equalising point that brought the game to ten minutes aside of extra time, something which neither side would have relished in the conditions.

Both teams were back to fifteen aside for the extra period with Nathan O’Connor coming on board for Portlaw and Joshua Malone for Tramore.

It was Sam Lenihan who picked up where he had left

off for Tramore with his second point inside a minute but Luke Scanlon soon had the sides level again. Just before the change of ends Brian Murray’s sixth point from a free had the Seasiders back in front. A second Jamie Murphy point from a ‘65’ on the turnaround had the teams level for the sixth time in the game.

Once again Portlaw were left to play catch up as Brian Murray sent over the lead point in the 17th minute of added time but in one final act of high drama Jamie Murphy was coolness personified as he sent over a last minute free to take the game to a replay next weekend.

Such a result was the least both teams deserved, having come through such testing

conditions.

Scorers – Portlaw: D. J. Foran 0-4 (3Fs), Trevor Kiely and Jamie Murphy (2 ’65’s, F) 0-3 each, Jake Scanlon, Craig Coad and Craig Fraher 0-1 each.

Tramore: Brian Murray 1-7 (0-7Fs), Sam Lenihan 0-2, Matthew Thompson 0-1(F) Portlaw: Luke Power, Erin Furlong, Brian Coffey, Niall Phelan, Luke Woods, Jack Walsh, Jamie Murphy, Shane Power, Jack Scanlon, Trevor Kiely, Craig Coad, Derek Phelan, David Baker, D. J. Foran, Craig Fraher. Extra-Time addition Nathan O’Connor.

Tramore: Adam Murphy – Farrell, Jason Wilmott, Philip Grriffin, Ronan Walsh, Michael Walsh, Barry Whelan, Jack O’Byrne, Liam Goodwin, Conor Lynch, James Walsh, Craig Burke, Matthew Thompson, Brian Murray, Conor Cowman. Sub: Sam Lenihan for Cowman. Extratime addition – Joshua Malone.

Referee: Dessie O’Leary.

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McGrath Cup Senior Football

Welcome win for Waterford footballers in Rathkeale Waterford ………………2-7; Limerick ………………..0-7.

THE Kilrossanty pairing of Tommy Prendergast (midfield) and Paul Whyte (forwards) led Waterford to a welcome victory ahead of the forthcoming Allianz National League in this their final McGrath Cup outing in Rathkeale last Sunday afternoon. After a tough assignement against Cork in Mallow in mid week, Tom McGlinchey’s charges were back at a level that best suits them and they fully deserved this win against a home side that were rocked by goals in either half by Donie

Breathnach and Paul Whyte.

Limerick were the better

Paul Whyte, scored 1-3 for Waterford footballers.

team in the first half, leading by 0-4 to 0-1 coming up to the break but Donie Breathnach’s goal gave the visitors everything to play for in a second half that they dominated on a score of 1-6 to 0-3. Limerick showed the more decisive movement early on and shot in front with two Seán McSweeney frees and two Danny Neville strikes from play. But all that effort was negated minutes before the break when a hole opened up in front of Breathnach and his low shot to the corner tied the scores at 1-1 to 0-4.

The home team scoffed a number of early second half

scoring opportunities and were made pay when a Paul Whyte free gave Waterford the lead at 1-2 to 0-4.

Newcomer Dungarvan’s Gavin Crotty supplied Whyte with the size five minutes later and the team’s unmarked top scorer fairly rattled the Rathkeale net to place the visitors well in command on the scoreboard at 2-2 to 0-4.

A later 0-6 lead was temporarily whittled down to three before the winners finished strongly to restore that earlier advantage and run out deserving winners.

Scorers for Waterford: P. Whyte (1-3 1 free); D. Breathnach

(1-1); S. Corcoran (f), R. Ó Ceallaigh, T. Prendergast (0-1 each) Scorers for Limerick: S. McSweeney (1 free) D. Neville (02 each); I. Corbett, J. Naughton (f), S. Kelly (f) (0-1 each).

Waterford: S. Enright; T. Ó hUallacháin, T. O’Gorman, M. O’Gorman; M. Curry, J. McGrath, S. Prendergast; C. Prunty, T. Prendergast; D. Breathnach, M. O’Halloran, D. Allen; S. Corcoran, J. J. Hutchinson, P. Whyte.

Subs: G. Crotty for J. J. Hutchinson (43m), P. Hurney for S. Corcoran (49m), P. Crowley for M. O’Gorman (inj 61m), L. Ó Curráin for M. O’Halloran (64m), B. Carroll for D. Breathnach (71m).

Limerick: D. O’Sullivan; S.

O’Dea, G. Noonan, C. Moran; S. Cahill, I. Corbett, P. Hannan; B. Fanning, D. Tracey; D. Neville, J. Lee, C. Sheehan; S. McSweeney, I. Ryan, J. Naughton.

Subs: S. Flanagan for G. Noonan (ht), T. Childs for S. McSweeney (bc 41m), S. Kelly for I. Ryan (43m), J. Kelly for J. Lee (58), B. O’Donovan for J. Naughton (58m).

Referee: D. Grogan (Tipperary).

WATERFORD’S FIRST TWO ROUNDS OF ALLIANZ NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE Round 1: V Wicklow in Aughrim, Sunday, January 31st at 2 p.m.

Round 2: V Louth in

Fraher Field Sunday, February 7th at 2 p.m.

Donie Breathnach, scored 1-1 for Waterford.

Footballers outplayed by Cork Cork ………………….3-19; Waterford ……………. 1-5.

PLAYED in Mallow, the evening after the Munster Senior hurling league game between the same counties, Cork proved way too strong for a Waterford fifteen in their first competitive outing of the year. From the outset, a shock result similar to the fixture between the same teams in Clashmore last year was never on the cards and the winners had 2-2 on the board inside 14 minutes before Waterford opened their account with a Paul Whyte point. Cork’s dominance was evident at the short whistle when they held a match winning advantage of 3-10 to 0-4.

Shaun Corcoran, scored 1-1 against Cork.

For the winners, the damage was done as early as the 10th minute, Peter Kelleher fisting to the net Daniel Goulding’s attempted point.

The green flag was a near carbon copy of Cork’s opening goal after seven minutes, Andrew O’Sullivan fisting the ball past incoming Waterford ’keeper Sean Barron in a sweeping move which involved Ian Maguire, Tom Clancy and James Loughrey.

Two Ruairí Deane points followed Kelleher’s effort and, though the clock read just 13 minutes, Cork were effectively out of sight.

The Rebels led by 2-3 to 0-3 after 19 minutes and this was as close as Waterford would come on the score-

board to their opponents The visitors would fail to add to their tally in the subsequent 17 minutes of action, during which Healy’s charges hit an unanswered 1-7.

Peter Kelleher registered Cork’s third major of the evening on 24 minutes. Cork were home and dried at this stage and Mark Collins (0-2), Brian Hurley (a free), Daniel Goulding (0-2), Luke Connolly, and Bart Daly all added their names to the scoresheet as all six forwards scored in the first half.

Substitute goalie Stephen Enright did well to prevent a Mark Collins goal in the second half and after fifty one minutes, Conor Prunty and Paul Whyte placed Shaun

Corcoran for a well-taken goal and Paul Whyte’s 56th minute point ended Waterford’s scoring tally, the Deise would not trouble the Cork posts for the remainder of the game.

Tom McGlinchey made five changes at half-time and using their sixth and final substitution to replace the injured Liam Lawlor on 41 minutes, Waterford were unable to replace the black-carded Peter Crowley on 55 minutes and Kilrossanty’s Tommy Prendergast was injured late on so the visitors finished the match with just thirteen players.

FINAL Cork play Clare in the final of the McGrath Cup this

Munster Colleges Harty Cup Senior Hurling

De La Salle reaches semi-final of Harty Cup De La Salle ………….0-13; Nenagh CBS ………...0-10.

PREVIOUS two time winners De La Salle maintained Waterford’s involvement in this year’s Harty Cup with a well deserved 0-3 win against Nenagh CBS in Kilmallock last Wednesday afternoon.

The champions of 2007 and ’08 hadn’t been in the last four since 2012 and went into this as underdogs, with Nenagh having eliminiated champions Thurles CBS. Dermot Dooley’s charges will now meet another Tipperary school, Templemore in the semi-final on Saturday, 30th January.

The teams were level at 0-5 apiece at the short whistle and De La Salle enjoyed the better of the second half exchanges with Michael Mahony pointing inside 13 seconds before Harry Ruddle got his first point and then centre-back Paul Hennebry struck a long distance point.

When centre-forward Daniel Coady was fouled and

the free was brought in for dissent, Ruddle again did the needful to make it 0-9 to 0-5.

While Nenagh did eventually get going, they couldn’t come closer than within two points of their opponents.

Nenagh were on top early on in the game but they didn’t reflect this on the scoreboard with just an early pointed free

by Mark Daniels their sole return.

De La Salle played Passage’s Donnie Power as an extra man in defence as in their previous outing against Midleton with Nenagh’s Jake Morris employed likewise for the Tipperary school.

Despite points by Harry Ruddle and Mikey Costigan to put De La Salle 0-3 to 0-2 ahead, Nenagh looked to be playing the better with Robbie Quirke doing well at midfield and a well struck Mark Daniels point was followed by similar scores by Keith Nealon and Bryan McLoughney to open up the biggest lead of the game by

that stage, 0-5 to 0-3.

As in their previous games, De La Salle demonstrated their determination to get back into the match and Ballygunner’s Harry Ruddle converted another free and then set up Thomas Douglas only for Gavin O’Connor to get in a vital block just as he was about to shoot for goal.

Eoin Daly ensured that the sides were level at half-time after Costigan kept a sideline cut in play and, upon the resumption, De La Salle pushed ahead.

A free and then a 65 from Daniels gave Nenagh hope only for Thomas Douglas and Daly to move De La Salle clear again. Nenagh pushed Morris into attack and it reaped rewards as he scored two points but De La Salle always had a response, exemplified by Douglas’s fine score.

This is the hallmark of this present De La Salle outfit, their ability to win tight games and they will be in with a

50/50 chance in the remainder of this competition.

With five minutes left, Costigan could have wrapped things up for De La Salle but his kicked effort was just wide. It matter little, as a goal never looked like materialising at the other end.

Daniels did get his sixth for Nenagh, but De La Salle sub Cormac McCann had the final say with their final pointto secure their 0-13 to 0-10 victory.

Scorers for De La Salle: H. Ruddle 0-5 (frees), E. Daly, T. Douglas 0-2 each, P. Hennebry, M. Costigan, M. Mahony, C. McCann 0-1 each.

Scorers for Nenagh CBS: M. Daniels 0-6 (four frees, one 65), J. Morris 0-2, K. Nealon, B. McLoughney 0-1 each.

De La Salle: R. Ryan (Piltown); C. Giles Doran (De La Salle), L. Wall (De La Salle), G. Cullinane (Passage); N. Byrne (Ballygunner), P. Hennebry (Mooncoin, Kilkenny), M. Kearns (Mooncoin, Kilkenny); D. Power (Passage), G. Coppinger (De La Salle); H. Ruddle (Ballygunner), D. Coady (Erin’s Own), M.

Costigan (De La Salle); M. Mahony (Ballygunner), T. Douglas (DLS), E. Daly (Erin’s Own). Substitutes B. O’Sullivan (Ballygunner) for Coady (39-42, blood), C. McCann (De La Salle) for Daly, D. Walsh (Piltown) for Coppinger (both 52), O’Sullivan for Coady (54).

Nenagh CBS: B. Hogan (Kildangan); G. O’Connor (Nenagh), D. Molloy (Kildangan), J. Morris (Nenagh); L. Howard (Burgess), J. Quigley (Kildangan), C. Kelly (Kildangan); R. Quirke (Cappawhite), A. Loughnane (Kildangan); M. Daniels (Silvermines), R. Byrne (Portroe), R. Mulrooney (Portroe); K. Nealon (Burgess), D. O’Meara (Kildangan), J. Cahill (Kilruane MacDonaghs).

Substitutes: B. McLoughney (Kildangan) for Cahill (2, injured), A. Healy (Nenagh) for Howard (29).

Referee: R. Moloney (Limerick).

DR. HARTY CUP SEMI-FINAL DRAW Ard Scoil Ris v St Colmans Fermoy.

Our Ladys Templemore v De La Salle.

Games scheduled for Saturday, January 30th.

Friday, January 22nd.

Scorers for Cork: D. Goulding (0-6, 0-1 free); P. Kelleher (2-0); B. Hurley (0-4, 0-3 frees); A. O’Sullivan (1-0); R. Deane, M. Collins (0-2 each); B. Daly, L. Connolly, J. Davis, B. Coughlan, S. Hickey (0-1 each).

Scorers for Waterford: S. Corcoran (1-1); P. Whyte (0-3); M. O’Halloran (0-1).

Cork: B. O’Connell; C. O’Driscoll, J. O’Sullivan, K. Histon; T. Clancy, J. Loughrey, B. Daly; I. Maguire, A. O’Sullivan; Mark Collins (0-2), L. Connolly, R. Deane; D. Goulding, P. Kelleher, B. Hurley.

Substitutes: B. Coughlan for Connolly (HT), J. Davis for Histon (HT), S. Hickey for

Maguire (47 mins), K. O’Hanlon for Deane (53), L. Harrington for Loughrey (57), Mark Collins for O’Driscoll (62).

Waterford: S. Barron; T. Ó hÚllacháin, T. O’Gorman, B. Looby; M. Curry, J. McGarth, R. O Ceallaigh; C. Prunty, T. Prendergast; D. Power, D. Breathnach, D. Allen; S. Corcoran, P. Whyte, M. O’Halloran.

Substitutes: S. Enright for Barron (HT), M. O’Gorman for Ó Ceallaigh (HT), J. J. Hutchinson for Breathnach (HT), G. Crotty for Allen (HT), L. Lawlor for Power (HT), L. Ó Curráin for Lawlor (41 mins, inj).

Referee: S. Lonergan (Tipperary).

Lismore Camogie AGM LISMORE Camogie Club held their AGM for 2105 on Saturday night last in the Lismore GAA Club House.

The following were the Officers elected: Presidents: Helen Barry, Frances Whelan and Liam Kirby.

Vice-President: Fr. Cullinan.

Chairperson: Mary Russell.

Vice-Chair: Joan Williams Joint Secretaries: Marie Russell and Gráinne Kenneally Joint Treasurers: Trish O'Keeffe and Joan Williams PRO: Mary Russell Registrar: Ciara Duffin Child Welfare Officer: Amelda Landers Schools Liasion Officer: Trish O'Keeffe GAA Liasion Officer: Eddie Nugent Delegates to County Board: A rotation from all committee members.

Committee: Jojo Tobin, Una Walsh, Breda Geoghegan,Pete Kiernan, Eilish McGlone, Declan Landers, Helen Barry, Shauna Prendergast, Nicola Morrissey and Jim Russell.

The following were club trainers and mentors elected on the night: Senior: Brendan Landers, Sinead Bennett and Jack Prendergast.

Minor: No one elected.

U-16: Declan Landers.

U-14; Declan Landers, Amelda Landers and Jim Russell.

U-12: Jojo Tobin.

U-10: Ber O'Keeffe and Shauna Prendergast.

U-8: Emily Heneghan and Olivia Flynn.

U-6: Nicola Morrissey.

The following Registration payments for 2016 were agreed on the night: Juvenile: €35; Student: €35; Adult: €45.

Family of 2 adults plus 2 or more juveniles/3rd level students in full time education €60.

ANNUAL CHURCH GATE COLLECTION The club will hold their Annual Church Gate Collection on Saturday night next, January 23rd before the 6.15 p.m. Mass and on Sunday morning, January 24th before the Ballysaggart 9.30 a.m. Mass and Lismore 11 a.m. Mass. Your support will be gratefully appreciated.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Gaelic Jottings Football results Sunday, January 17th Bank of Ireland McKenna Cup SemiFinals: Tyrone 1-13; Fermanagh 0-10* Derry 1-17; Cavan 1-10* *Tyrone will play Derry in the McKenna Cup Final Connacht FBD League: NUI Galway 4-10; IT Sligo 0-6 Roscommon 0-13; Mayo 0-10* Leitrim 1-11; Sligo 1-6 Galway 0-16; GMIT 1-5* *Galway will now face Roscommon in the FBD League final McGrath Cup Results: Tipperary 0-10; Kerry 0-16 Limerick 0-7; Waterford 2-7 Bord na Móna O'Byrne Cup SemiFinals: Longford 1-12; Dublin 0-9* Louth 0-10; Meath 0-11* *Longford will face Meath in the O'Byrne Cup Final

Hurling Results Bord na Móna Walsh Cup: Saturday, January 16 Antrim 1-19; UCD 1-12 Sunday, January 17 Offaly 3-9; Kilkenny 1-9 Laois 1-9; Dublin 2-20 Carlow 0-7; Wexford 1-21 Meath 2-16; Carlow IT 1-12 Westmeath 0-17; Galway 3-18 DCU 1-20; NUIG 1-20 Munster Senior Hurling League: Cork 0-18; Limerick 3-17 Waterford 1-9; Clare 1-20

O’Grady says FORMER Limerick hurling captain Donal O’Grady has retired from inter-county hurling, it was confirmed.

O’Grady, who skippered the Treaty County to a Munster senior hurling crown in 2013, had been keeping his options open since the start of the season, but will now vacate Limerick’s midfield. The news came after Limerick hit 3- 17 in a Munster SHL win over Cork in Mallow, county manager T. J. Ryan confirming that the 35-year-old had called it a day.

The Granagh-Ballingarry clubman made his senior championship debut for Limerick in 2004 and lined out in one All-Ireland final, hitting 0-2 when Limerick lost out against Kilkenny in the 2007 decider. His career highlight came in 2013 when he captained Limerick on a day that they ended their 17-year provincial senior hurling drought against Cork.

Meath official condemns disrespect at Board Meeting MEATH County Board vice-chairman Peter O’Halloran said he was “caught off guard” after rock icon David Bowie was included in the county's votes of sympathy on Monday night as a prank.

It was announced that legendary artist Bowie passed away in the early hours of Monday morning to a global outpouring of grief and tributes, which extended to the Meath County Board meeting.

O'Halloran's inclusion of “the Bowie family in London on the death of David” in the votes of sympathy was met with laughter, but the vice-chairman apologised for the incident afterwards. “I

was caught off guard and unwittingly read it out," he said. “It drew a short bout of laughing from the delegates before everyone realised it was a prank and the seriousness and reverance that is normally given to this part of a county committee meeting.

“This is an item reserved for deceased Meath gaels who have given different levels of service to the “I am sure Mr Bowie is entitled to a vote of sympathy but by the correct body and the correct manner. “I will do my best to ensure that something like this doesn't happen again and I am disappointed that a delegate took this action. “I have to admit that in the cold light of day I can't understand why someone would do this. It shows a deep lack of respect to Meath gaels and, indeed, to Mr Bowie also.”.

Death of Billy Quinn TIPPERARY GAA IS mourning the death of All-Ireland winning minor hurler Billy Quinn. Mr Quinn, the father of legendary Republic of Ireland striker Niall, died aged 80 on Sunday morning.

The Rossestown native won back-toback All-Irelands at minor level in 1952 and 1953, the latter as captain, as well as three Munster minor titles. He also won a senior National Hurling League medal, while his career later included spells with Dublin and the Faughs club in the capital.

Tipperary county board chairman Michael Bourke led the tributes on Sunday. Men of the quality and calibre of Billy Quinn are unique in the GAA and his arrival on the Tipperary hurling scene at such a young age speaks volumes of his ability,” he said. “Had government employment policy being different at the time I have no doubt that Billy would have had many Senior All-Ireland medals in his possession along with his two All-Ireland Minor medals. “On behalf of Tipperary County Board we extend our heartfelt condolences to his wife Mary, sons and daughters Rosaleen, Gerry, Anne Marie and Niall and the extended Quinn family on the sad passing of their beloved Billy.”

Fraher Field Classics WEEK 11 of Fraher Field Classics Facebook page from the pen of John A. Murphy and courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer features the 1960 Junior Hurling County Final drawn game between Colligan and Ballyduff Lower on Sunday, December 18th, 1960.

Ladies GFA behind viral 'Ladyball' campaign THE Ladies Gaelic Football Association have revealed that they were behind the controversial 'Ladyball' internet campaign, which had twitter ablaze and drew international media focus over the last few days. The campaign, which claimed to be in support of the launch of a new pink ball aimed at women that was "specifically designed for a lady's game" drew criticism for the way in which it appeared to make light of women in sport. Among the Ladyball's supposed features were a "soft touch - for a woman's grip" and a "fashion driven design."

Former Dublin men's GAA star Ger Brennan played the role of a product spokesman ahead of the

Waterford County Camogie Board All-Ireland and National League Medal Presentation’s in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Guest speaker, Marie Crowe, UTV Ireland and Irish Independent and Ita Murphy, Chairperson, Waterford County Camogie Board pictured with AllIreland Intermediate Camogie winners, Deirdre Brennan, Kate McMahon and Claire Whyte.

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supposed launch of the ball but the LGFA have confirmed that they, in conjunction with Lidl are responsible for the campaign.

The campaign is part of a sponsorship deal between the LGFA and Lidl and they will next week announce details of a partnership which will see the brand become the Official Retail Partner to the LGFA and the title sponsors of the Ladies National Football League, as well as grassroots activity.

In a statement, the LGFA confirmed: "Lidl and the Ladies Gaelic Football Association (LGFA) will next week announce details of a partnership which will see the brand become the Official Retail Partner to the LGFA and the title sponsors of the Lidl Ladies National Football League, as well as grassroots activity.

"The fabricated product and associated 360 degree marketing campaign was designed by Lidl, with the support of the LGFA, to put the spotlight on women in sport in Ireland and raise awareness of the difficulties female sports persons have in getting the same recognition as their male counterparts."

Speaking about “Ladyball” and the sponsorship agreement LGFA president Marie Hickey said: "I am delighted to announce the partnership between Lidl and the Ladies Gaelic Football Association.

This is a very significant announcement for our sport and one that will see a huge investment in the game from a major brand.

"Through the “Ladyball” initiative Lidl has demonstrated their innovative and dedicated approach to supporting our sport. We hope to see everyone who spoke so passionately in women’s defence in this debate, channel that same energy into pitchside support during the coming season."

Allianz renews partnership with GAA ALLIANZ Ireland has announced the renewal of its support of communities across Ireland through a five year extension of its sponsorship of the Allianz Football and Hurling Leagues.

Spanning 28 years and encompassing

the 2020 season, Allianz’ renewed commitment to the competition makes the Insurance provider one of the longest standing supporters of Gaelic Games.

In addition to its sponsorship of the Allianz Leagues, and since 1993, Allianz has facilitated and enabled school children across all 32 counties to play Gaelic Games through its patronage of Allianz Cumann na mBunscol, the largest primary education sporting organisation in Ireland.

Postponed Colleges game THE Munster ‘B’ senior hurling quarterfinal between Dungarvan CBS and Glanmire will take place in Killeagh this Wednesday, January 20th at 12.30 p.m. after being postponed at the same venue a week earlier.

Ballyduff player in Harty Cup semi-final OISIN Hickey from the Ballyduff Upper club played wing back on the St. Coleman’s Fermoy Harty Cup team that defeated CBC Cork in their quarter final game in Mallow last Wednesday afternoon featuring in his side’s 2-12 to 0-11 win over the Corkonians. Best wishes to the promising Reds player in the semi final match against Árd Scoil Rís on Saturday, January 30th.

Westmeath reveals naming rights sponsor for Cusack WESTMEATH has become the latest county to sell the naming rights for its county ground. Cusack Park in Mullingar will now be known as TEG Cusack Park, with a local engineering firm coming on board in a five-year year deal.

There is the option of the deal been extended for another five years.

Westmeath chairperson Sean Sheridan had warned of their financial plight at

last month's convention saying the county is 'practically broke' with the accounts €194,000 in the red.

Scór Na Seachtaine WATERFORD’S 25th minute goal in last Sunday’s Munster senior hurling league game against Clare in Carriganore, engineered by Tommy Ryan and executed by Andy Molumby.

Mea Culpa Lismore APOLOGIES to the Lismore club on omitting them from the West Intermediate hurling championship hurling preview in last week’s edition.

Their participation in this grade changes the whole landscape of the previous preview and a full strength and well prepared Cathedral town outfit should rejoin senior ranks at the earliest opportunity.

Waterford team to play Limerick THE following team was selected to play Limerick away in the Munster Senior Hurling League last night, Tuesday.

1. Ian O'Regan (Mount Sion) 2.

Paudie Prendergast (Lismore) 3. Shane Fives (Tourin) 4. Noel Connors (Passage) 5. Shane Roche (Shamrocks) 6. Shane McNulty (De La Salle) 7. Conor Gleeson (Fourmilewater) 8. Jamie Barron (Fourmilewater) 9.

Kevin Moran (De La Salle) 10. Colin Dunford (Colligan) 11. Shane Bennett (Ballysaggart) 12. Jake Dillion (De La Salle) 13. Austin Gleeson (Mount Sion) 14. Maurice Shanahan (Lismore) 15.

Patrick Curran (Dungarvan).

Championships begin THE CCCC has decided subject to confirmation of affiliations, gradings and structures the U-21 Football Championship will commence the weekend of 5-7 February with the Minor Football Championship commencing the 12th-14th February.

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Saturday, February 10th, 1996

Waterford Senior Hurlers snatch victory in Ardmore Tournament Waterford …………………………… 1-11; Cork …………………….……………. 1-10.

WATERFORD Senior hurlers snatched victory in this well contested Tournament game, in aid of the Ardmore Fishermen’s Disaster Fund, played at the Ardmore venue on Sunday afternoon last when, despite the very cold conditions, the biggest attendance seen to date at the immaculate St. Declan’s Club pitch turned out for this most worthy of causes and were rewarded with an entertaining hour’s hurling.

After and early exchange of points by Mark Mullins (1st minute) and Sean Daly (6th minute), Cork struck for a well taken Don O’Connell goal, also in the 6th minute.

Mark Mullins pointing in the 10th minute to leave them 1-2 to 0-1 in front. Peter Queally, who had played with the Gardai on Saturday, pointed in the 11th minute, with Mark Mullins on target for Cork in the 12th minute. Ray Barry denied Alan Browne with a good save.

Waterford’s goal came in the 18th minute with Billy O’Sullivan making ground, his shot was saved by Ger Cunningham, with Anthony Qualter driving the rebound to the net. Michael Mullins pointed a free (21st minute), with Michael Hickey doing likewise in the 22nd minute and Anthony Qualter levelling the scoring with a point from play in the 23rd minute (1-4 all). Don O’Connell, from Kilbritten, pointed in the 30th minute to regain the lead and on the stroke of half-time Tom Fives pointed to leave it all square at the break at 1-5 all.

On the turnover Ray Barry saved from Mark Mullins, while M. Hickey and S. Daly were off target from scoreable chances.

Waterford went in front for the first time in the 39th minute as Johnny Brenner, from a free, landed a marvellous point from his own 65

yard line. Jimmy Beresford, who battled well here, despite carrying a slight leg injury, was fouled going through and Michael Hickey pointed the resultant free.

Back came Cork for points from Don O’Connell (two) and Mark Mullins to lead 1-8 to 1-7 with 45 minutes played. Michael Hickey pointed a free in the 48th minute to level the scoring. Mark Mullins regained the lead for Cork, but Anthony Qualter pointed in the 50th minute to level the scoring again at 1-9 all. Ger Manley edged Cork back in front in the 51st minute. Michael Hickey pointed a free in the 54th minute to put the sides level once again at 1-10 all.

In the final moments, Waterford snatched victory when Johnny Brenner won possession from a Tom Fives line ball to drive over the winning point.

GOOD WORKOUT This was a good workout for both teams with the resumption of the Church & General National League looming up on Sunday week next. Tony Browne, Fergal Hartley and Paul Flynn had all played with the Rest of Munster against Clare on Saturday.

EXCELLENT ARRANGEMENTS All involved with the Ardmore Club can take a deserved bow as the arrangements for this special occasion were really a credit to the St. Declan’s Club. The Pipe Band played the National Anthem, while a poignant minute’s silence was observed prior to the game.

SCORERS AND TEAMS Waterford Scorers: A. Qualter 1-2, M. Hickey 0-4, J. Brenner 0-2, S. Daly, P. Queally and T. Fives 0-1 each.

Cork Scorers: D. O’Connell 1-3, Mark Mullins 0-4, Michael Mullins 0-2, G. Manley 0-1.

Waterford: R. Barry; D. Byrne, G. Harris, S. Cullinane, T, Browne, F. Hartley, T. Feeney, J. Brenner, T. Fives, A. Qualter, J. Beresford, P. Queally, B. O’Sullivan, S. Daly, M. Hickey. Subs: P. Flynn for P. Queally; D. Shanahan for J. Beresford.

Cork: G. Cunningham, E. Morrissey, S. Og O hAilpin, S. McGuckian, T. Kelleher, D. Quirke, S. McCarthy, M. Daly, F. McCormack, K. Egan, Mark Mullins, Michael Mullins, D. O’Connell, A. Browne, G. Manley.

Subs: T. McCarthy for S. McCarthy; D. Ronan for K. Egan; J. Deane for A. Browne.

Referee: Pat Moore (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty).

Stradbally's U-12 football players who were presented with their medals by Michael Walsh.

Stradbally's U-13 football players who were presented with their medals by Michael Walsh.

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Teams of Times Gone By TEAMS OF TWENTY YEARS AGO WATERFORD SENIOR HURLING TEAM Competition: Round 1 Church and General Division 1 National Hurling League. Venue: Killarney. Date: Sunday, February 18th. Referee: Paraic Horan (Offaly). Half-Time Score: Kerry 0-3; Waterford 0-1. Full Time Score: Waterford 1-5; Kerry 0-3.

Ray Barry; Ger Harris, Damien Byrne, Sean Cullinane; Tony Browne, Fergal Hartley, Tom Feeney; Johnny Brenner, Tom Fives; Peter Queally, Jimmy Beresford, Paul Flynn; Billy O’Sullivan, Sean Daly, Michael Hickey.

Scorers: Sean Daly 1-1, Johnny Brenner, Paul Flynn, Billy O’Sullivan and Michael 0-1 each.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 5 Forecasts. 1 Correct. 4 Incorrect. Success Rate: 20%.

This Week’s Forecasts: Munster Senior ‘B’ Hurling QF: Dungarvan CBS V (Glanmire).

Munster Senior Hurling League: Limerick v (Waterford): Waterford v (Kerry).

To Date: 5 Forecasts. 1 Correct. 4 Incorrect. Success Rate: 20%.

Stradbally's U-14 football players who were presented with their medals by Michael Walsh.

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Fourmilewater NIRE WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT Numbers drawn 7, 18, 23. No winner. Next week’s jackpot €1,800. Four x €25 winners: Darragh Walsh, Louise Prendergast, Kathleen Folan, Michael Corbett.

FOURMILEWATER WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT No winner. Five by €30: Kyle Sean Wall, Brendan Lawlor, Tom Halpin, Mick Doyle, Emma Aideen Wall. Numbers Drawn 6, 18, 31. Next jackpot €450.

The weekly Lotto draw’s takes place every Saturday and Sunday in Doocey’s Bar at 9:30.

Tickets are always available and who knows, you may be a winner. As well as having a chance of winning the top prize you are also contributing funds to your club.

FOURMILEWATER 45 CARD RESULTS Winners Tony Doocey & Paddy Wall. 2nd Mary Ryan & Maurice Prendergast Mem Murphy & John Mangan. Lucky Tables: Eileen Ryan & Walter Wall; Jim Wall & Tom Brazil.

NATIONAL GAA DRAW CROKE PARK 2016 DRAW – FMW/NIRE GAA SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CLUBS The GAA National Draw 2016 is launched and FMW/Nire GAA are coming together to promote across our catchment area. The entire proceeds raised will go towards setting the clubs up for 2016 as regards Insurance, Affiliation, Field Development and Team preparation. None of this comes cheap. It takes a significant budget to run both clubs all of which has to be raised through hard work by a lot of people throughout the year.

The format is again tickets cost €10. There are fantastic prizes that have been sponsored by Croke Park HQ. Similar to last year we will also hold a confined draw for all tickets sold in the area and have some great local prizes. How can you help? If you are invited to coordinate tickets for your own area in the parish, please step up to the plate! If you are asked to buy a ticket please do so and remember entire proceeds go back to clubs. Support your clubs! Support your Community.

Juveniles Fourmilewater Juveniles Fourmilewater DEAR PARENTS The Juvenile Club is planning to collect any used hurling or football gear that you may have lying around your home. Items that your children no longer use or have outgrown. We will have a Second Hand Sale in February, with the proceeds going to the club. The items we are looking for must be in fairly good condition and would include jerseys, shorts, hurleys, helmets and football boots. Membership will also be collected in February.

A more detailed letter will be given to all members in the coming weeks.

Thank You for your continued support GARDA VETTING – REMINDER TO ALL COACHES Could all coaches whom have received confirmation of their Garda vetting application please return the letter received to Declan Spelman.

The children and vulnerable persons act 2012 will pass all stages by November 2015, this act makes Garda vetting MANDATORY. Coaches will be liable under law if found not to be vetted.

Clubs should ensure that all underage players are registered before playing, as there has been increasing numbers of injury claims from non registered players. The new code of behaviour in now in place and can be viewed on GAA and county websites.

REPLICA JERSEYS Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616.

SUPPORT We are always very grateful for the support we receive from everyone in the community. We would love to see more people come along to our games and really get behind the team, the various teams and mentors put a lot of hard work into the teams and come match day, it would be great if more supporters came along to the games.

That support could be and often is the difference between winning and losing.

We would also like to ask parents to please respond to texts about your children's availability for matches. It's important for the coaches to know exactly who can or can't attend a match.

Thank you again for your support and cooperation.

REMINDER We would ask all parents to respond to texts received from club mentors when asked if your child will or will not be attending games training etc.

GUM SHIELDS Just a reminder to all parents that Gum Shields are obligatory for Gaelic Football when playing or training for Gaelic Football. None of us want to prevent any child from participating in our teams but we cannot allow any child play hurling without a helmet or football without a Gum Shield.

TRAINING U-13: Our U-13 will return to Training on

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Tuesday, January 26th at 7 p.m. in the Community Centre. Hurling €3.

U-11/12: Our U-11/12 teams will resume training on Monday, January 25th between 6-7 p.m.

Our U-10/11's training continues every Thursday between 5/6 p.m. in Community Centre.

U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Friday between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Community Centre.

CLUB NOTES If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com RESPECT Respect your team mates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games.

Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Kill CLUB LOTTO Kirwan’s Bar hosted the latest draw last Monday night, 11th January, where the jackpot worth 10k was up for grabs. However, we had no winner on the night, but we had a Match 3, as Eddie Fitzgerald and daughter Elena, Sleveen, had 3 of the 4 numbers drawn. As a result they are €50 better off. The numbers drawn were 5, 7, 13, 17. The next draw is in Dunphy’s where the jackpot will once again be €10,000.

NATIONAL DRAW All tickets along with money have to be returned to secretary Emma Gallagher by Sunday, 31st January, so get selling members!

REMEMBER THE TEAM 2016 marks the 21st anniversary of Kill winning the intermediate football championship and returning to Senior ranks after a 14 year absence when they defeated the now defunct Faha team in desperate conditions in Fraher Field in November of that year. Led by captain Peter Kirwan, Kill were 5/2 outsiders, with the bookies seeing the more experienced Western outfit as red hot favourites against a very young Kill team who only 12 months previously had been playing junior football.

This didn't deter Kill who more or less dominated the game apart from the opening 10 minutes when Faha playing against a strong wind got the tonic of an early goal. Eventually, Kill settled although it took us until the 17th minute to register our opening score. At the break we led 0-5 to 1-0 and on the resumption Kill produced their best performance of the championship. Facing the elements we totally dominated the exchanges, with our back line brilliant, midfield on top, and a forward line that had too much legs for the opposition back line. Gradually we stretched our lead and when Faha were reduced to 14 players the game was up, although Jack Kiely did have to save a late penalty as Kill returned to Senior ranks after a 14 year absence. Final score Kill 0-11; Faha 1-2 The team was Jack Kiely, Mickey Kiely, Jack Power, Kieran O'Regan, Sean O'Regan, Martin Dunphy, Brendan Mooney, Liam Lennon, Peter Kirwan, Anton Lennon, Darren Power, Ray Hennessy, Joe Kennedy, Eddie Power, Peter Torpey. Subs used:- Donagh Lennon.

FENOR VICTORY SOCIAL Anyone interested in attending the above can book their tickets through Kevin Burns, Jim Halley, Jamie O'Keeffe, Wally O'Neill or Michael O'Brien. The big night is fixed for Friday, 19th Feb, in the Majestic Hotel, Tramore, with music provided by ‘No Hot Ashes’. Tickets are selling fast so don't delay.

Lismore (Kindly sponsored by EAMONN'S PLACE ) SYMPATHY Lismore GAA Club extends its sympathy to the Fraser and Dalton families on the death of Leonard, Convent Street, Tallow who died during the week. May he rest in peace CLUB MEMBERSHIP Membership is now due for renewal. Prices for the coming year are as follows: €30 Adult, €45 Couple, €40 Player, €25 Student / Player.

GYM MEMBERSHIP Membership for gym is also due for payment.

Contact Will Cunningham for prices and further details on the following number 086 0719635.

LISMORE GAA CLUB LOTTO Club Lotto took place on Tuesday, 19th January. Results will be on notes next week.

Juveniles Naomh Chartaigh Juveniles Naomh (LISMORE / BALLYSAGGART JUVENILE) NAOMH CHARTAIGH JUVENILE GAA AGM 2016 Our AGM was held on Thursday evening, January 14th at 7.30 p.m. in the Club House.

Chairman Robbie welcomed everyone present to the meeting and were thanked for making the time and effort to attend this important meeting of the club. The minutes of last year's AGM were read by Secretary Kevin and signed on the proposal of Aidan Ormonde and seconded by Paul Quinn.

Noel Kirwan pictured with wife Ella, children and grandchildren following a presenation to him from Rathgormack GAA Club for fifty years involvement with the club.

SECRETARY'S REPORT Kevin then read his own report of the year to all present. It was noted that the ages from U-6s to U-8s were training indoors from Feb. to May and then were outdoors from May to October.

U-9s: This age group took part in football and also played in the Mini League. A total of 17 matches were played altogether.

U-10s: Our U-10s played 26 matches in total with the highlight been reaching the Div. 1 Final of the Ballyduff Tournament in which they played old rivals De La Salle.

U-11s: Had a great year ending with success against Abbeyside in the final of the Town & Country League.

U-12s: Took part in the Town & Country League of their age group.

U-13s: Played well during the year and got through to the Western Final in which they played Fourmilewater.

U14s: These lads had a very challenging year but were victorious in the Paddy Whelan Tournament held in Lismore.

U-16s: Reached the County Final in Div 2 against Clonea in which they were beaten in after extra-time.

There was a total of 104 matches played within the club from U-7s to U-16s.

Kevin ended his report by thanking everyone for their help during the year. His report was then signed.

TREASURER'S REPORT John Howard, the Club's Treasurer gave a very detailed account of the finances for the club.

It showed a break even year for the club, with membership, Christmas Draw and Table Quiz being the main source of income for the club.

John in turn thanked everyone for working with him over the year and his report was signed on the proposal of Trevor Duffin and seconded by John Skeehan.

CHAIRMAN'S REPORT Chairman's report was given by Chairman Robbie O’Sullivan. Robbie started by thanking all the officers and committee for their work during the past year.

He thanked Sean Prendergast and Eddie Nugent for their work and time that they put into the children of the primary school. Team selectors, trainers, parents/guardians, Lismore GAA Club, were all in turn thanked for the time that is put in to the future players of the parish.

He thanked all our sponsors that were so generous to the club over the year. Ber Coughlan and Nora Kelleher were thanked for their endless work with the Cul Camps in which 103 children took part in. All in all it was a very successfull year for the club.

ELECTION OF OFFICERS CHAIRPERSON: Re-elected Robbie O’Sullivan VICE CHAIRMAN: Re-elected Joe Keeffe SECRETARY: Re-elected Kevin O’Mahoney VICE SECRETARY: Re-elected Geraldine Daly TREASURER: Re-elected John Howard PRO: Re-elected Martina O’Keeffe MEMBERSHIP OFFICER: Re-elected Trish Morrissey & Deirdre O’Donnell CHILD WELFARE OFFICER: Tom O’Grady CUL CAMP CO-ORDINATOR: Anne

O’Sullivan / Ber Coughlan.

COMMITTEE: All of the above plus most of those who were present at the meeting.

Coaches were then selected for all the age groups from U-6s to U-16s. Gradings for the age groups are as follows: U-13 Div 2, U-14 Div 1, U-15 & U-16 Div 2.

Membership for the year will remain the same as last year that being €30 per family. However, for beginners the price has changed to €15.

Feile this year is on the weekend of June 17th.

Lismore club are hopeful of being one of the host clubs and are hopeful of housing 24 players for this weekend.

In relation to the picking of Captains for the different age groups it was agreed by all present to leave this decision to the discretion of the coaches. This concluded the business of the meeting. Notice of next committee meeting will be sent by text to all concerned.

An Coilligeán / Na h-Emmetigh CLUB LOTTO The “Black & Amber” Club Lotto returned with the first draw of 2016 held in Quill’s Master McGrath Bar on Monday 11/01 where there was no Jackpot winner. The Numbers drawn were: 5, 7, 15 & 17. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Gavin & Aaron Whelan, Guss-Majella Queally, Mike Drohan, Darren, Maurice, & Marion. The Jackpot on Monday night last (18/01) was €10,000. We urge you all to keep supporting the lotto in 2016, and we thank you for your generous support, as this is a vital source of income to keep the club going.

NATIONAL CLUB DRAW The GAA are again running the National Club Draw, which is a great fundraiser as all monies collected comes back towards the club. We urge all players, and our members to please support this draw, tickets are €10 each and are to be returned to club secretary, Kevin Casey by Friday February 5th.

For further details, including the great prizes that are up for grabs, please visit www.gaa.ie.

MEMBERSHIP Membership rates for 2016 are as follows; Player/Non-Player: €50, Family €50, and €20 for students. This can be paid to Patsy Coffey or Antoin Breathnach.

Comeragh Comeragh Rangers Rangers Ladies Ladies AGM REPORT Comeragh Rangers Ladies GAA Club would like to take this opportunity to wish all of its members, supporters, players and their families, a Happy New Year and all the best for 2016. We are all excited and really looking forward to another successful year.

The Club's AGM was held on Sunday, 3rd January, 2016, where outgoing Club Chairman, Joe Murray, welcomed everyone to the meeting and gave a summary of the previous year’s

achievements. Thanking mentors, players, supporters, workers and all our generous sponsors and fundraisers.

Club Secretary, Sean Curry, was complimented on his comprehensive report covering all aspects of club's activities. Finally, Club Treasurer, Katie O'Hanlon, outlined a very positive financial report, in which she thanked everyone who helped and supported the club throughout the year, giving the club a very positive start to 2016.

The election of officers begun with Edel Curry being elected as the new Chairperson, accepting the role from outgoing chairperson Joe Murray.

Edel gave a short speech in which she praised Joe's efforts and hard work over the past two years. Also welcomed was the appointment of Maisie Dunphy as the new Vice-Chairperson.

Secretary Sean Curry and Treasurer Katie O'Hanlon were reinstated for the coming year.

2016 List of Officers: Chairperson: Edel Curry Vice Chairperson: Maisie Dunphy Secretary: Sean Curry Assistant Secretary: Katie O'Hanlon Treasurer: Katie O'Hanlon Assistant Treasurer: Belinda O'Neill Registrar: Marian O'Hanlon PRO: Stephen Fitzgerald Development Officer: Joe Murray Child Welfare Officer: Marguerite Hassett Fixtures: Joe Murray Cultural & Language Officer: Marguerite Hassett Managers for 2016: Under 10: Katie O'Hanlon Under 12/13: TBC Under 14/15: Sean Foley Under 16: Kevin Barry Minor: Joe Murray Intermediate: Ryan Roche Senior: Joe Murray.

CloneaHurling Hurling& Clonea & Camogie Camogie Club AGM The AGM will take place on Thursday, 21st January, 2016 in the Clubhouse at 7.30 p.m. We encourage all our supporters, patrons and anyone with an interest in promoting Hurling in the Parish to please attend.

JUVENILE BLOTTO Next draw is Sunday, 31st January in Clancy’s Bar. Jackpot is now €6,300. Please support us.

CAMOGIE CLUB MEMBERSHIP NIGHT Membership Night for our Camogie section will take place on Tuesday, 2nd February from 7 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. in the Clubhouse. Membership rates up to Under 12s is €20. Membership for U-13 to U-16 is €25 and for Minors and Juniors is €35. All players must be fully registered to train and play.

There are discounted rates for families with three or more children. Reminder in 2016 the Camogie Club caters for girls born in 2011 upwards.

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St. St.Mary's Mary’s Juveniles Juveniles AMALGAMATION The major development in the club over the Christmas period was Kilmac's juvenile section joining forces with ourselves for the coming season from U-13 to U-21 on a one-year trial basis.

With this in mind it’s expected that we will be going up a Division in some grades. The amalgamation should see all boys playing within their age group and not having a 12 or 13 year old playing U-16 for example.

INDOOR HURLING Has resumed after the Christmas break, with the first session starting at 5 p.m. The next group at 5.50 p.m., with the final group kicking-off at 6.50 p.m. It’s open to boys and girls, and all you need is a helmet, runners and €2.

MEDAL PRESENTATION Also over the Christmas period the club had a Medal Presentation night in Kirwan’s Bar, Kill, for a variety of teams from U-16 to U-21, with Eastern and County for some lucky players. Well done to all, especially those who organised the night.

John Mitchels Mitchels John NEW YEAR A belated Happy New Year to all our members and supporters. We had some success and disappointments during 2015. Let's hope 2016 will bring us a successful year both on and off the field.

AGM We held our meeting before Christmas and it was very well attended. Nicky Wall continues as Chairman. Paddy O’Sullivan stepped down as Secretary after 9 years and was replaced by Neil O’Connor. Tony Kirwan stepped down as Treasurer and was replaced by Molly Hennessy.

The club would like to thank Tony and Paddy for all their hard work over the years. They deserve a break after all the service they've given.

Football selectors for the year are David Kirwan, John Walsh and John Power. All three are experienced in management and will hopefully drive the team forward.

Financially the club is in a good position with Gary Whelan making people aware of the importance of supporting the Deise Draw. While we are a small club the amount of money required to function each year increases.

Thanks to everyone who attended this year's meeting.

UNDERAGE We will be fielding teams from U-13 right down to U-7 this year. It is important all our coaches help with these groups and not left to two or three people to cover all ages. At the moment it looks like we will be returning to the field in late February for the older groups QUIZ We are holding our annual Quiz on Saturday, 20th February in Morrisey’s Bar, Kilmacthomas.

This is always an enjoyable night with some great prizes to be won. So start studying and please come out and support .

DEISE DRAW Anyone still owning money can they please pay their final amounts before the month end.

Cumann Camógaíochta na Rinne LÁ CLÁRÚCHÁIN: DÉ HAOINE 22/01/16 Beidh lá clárúcháin i Halla Pobail na Rinne an Aoine seo 22/01/2016 ón 6.00 go dtí 7.30 pm.

Costas: €20 do pháiste amháin, €35 do bheirt & €40 do triúir. Má tá suim agat camoige a imirt linn i mbliana, déan clárú ar an lá nó déan teagmháil le Sinéad Ní Chadhla ar 087 6522044.

Ring Camogie Registration Friday 22/01/16 at Halla na Rinne 6.00 pm – 7.30 pm. Info re teams, training etc. will be given on the day. Contact Sinéad if unable to attend but interested or if further information required – 087 6522044.

If you have camoige gear that is too small for you (boots, hurleys, helmets, shin guards etc.) bring them along on the day. We will have a gear box for those who don’t have any gear.

Brickey Rangers Rangers Brickey CLUB LOTTO Last week’s draw was held in The Tudor House. Numbers drawn were 3, 5, 15, 26. There was no winner on the night so next week’s jackpot stands at €4,450. €25 to each of the following: Esther Barron, Tommy and Jennie, Cotter Clan and Eunice Power. Next week’s draw will be held in The Local.

MEMBERSHIP Club Membership is now due for the coming year and is to be in by weekending 14th February. Prices remain the same: Family €60, Adult €50, Student/Juvenile or Unemployed €30.

Life memberships available on request. Payment can be made to Membership Officers: Kay O’Connell - 0879467705 or Angela Whelan

An Ghaeltacht CLG –Thart ar an Nollag bhí oíche againn i gcóir bronnadh na mbonn ar na himreoirí Faoi 12 agus 13. Fuair an grúpa faoi 12 bonn i gcóir an 'Town & Country League' a bhuachaint. Fuair an grúpa faoi 13 bonn i gcóir Craobh an Iarthair a bhuachaint san iomáint, chomh maith fuair an ghrúpa seo bonn sa pheil i gCraobh an Iarthair agus Craobh an Chonntae. Bhí árd-oíche acu le slua mór i láthair. Buíochas mór le Tadhg de Búrca as ucht a bheith linn ar an oíche chun na mboinn a bhronnadh ar na buachaillí. Buíochas mór chomh maith dos na traenailí as ucht an obair dian a chuireann siad isteach ar an bpáirc leis na buachaillí. Chomhghairdeachas le Nioclás Breathnach a fuair 'Gradam Laoch na hImeartha' sa chluiche Peil faoi 13 i gCraobh an Chonntae. Comhghairdeachas freisin le Caolán Mac Craith a fuair 'Gradam Laoch na hImeartha' sa chluiche Iomáint faoi 13 i gCraobh an Chonntae.

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NATIONAL DRAW National draw tickets are now available for purchase off all players and committee members.

There is some great prizes to be won such as a new Opel Corsa, a trip with the 2016 All Stars etc.

Tickets are €10 each and every ticket sold the money goes back to the club so please support us.

SYMPATHY Sympathy of the club is extended to the relatives of the late Mary Mooney, Old Parish who went to her eternal reward in the past week. Mary was a prominent member of the victorious threein-a-row County Camoige champions in the 50's.

May she rest in peace.

LOCK-UP Are you the last person out of Bushy? Did you turn off all the light? Did you lock all doors? Did you lock the gate? Take responsibility and lock up don’t presume someone else will.

CAMOGIE NOTES TRAINING Training will continue each Wednesday from 7 pm to 8 pm. All under 14's and 16's to attend.

Indoor circuits and ball work.

All those with Garda vetting forms to return same to Brona on Wednesday night.

JUVENILE NOTES AGM Our juvenile AGM took place on Friday night last, an average crowd in attendance and one could say a successful AGM was held, with lively discussion held and all the posts filled. The Chairman John O’Connell opened the meeting by having a minutes silence for those who passed away during the year. He spoke about the club having a relatively successful year on the field of play and the players, mentors, Gerry Toblin, the Adult club and parents were commended by John. A comprehensive report by Aoife Landers, our secretary was read out and once again players, mentors, parents were commended. The treasurer's report showed an increase in spending during the year when compared to previous years. However, equipment purchased will continue to be used in the year coming. The highlight of year was mentioned by all and this was the Feile which brought the under 14's to Belfast where they played some fine hurling among the cream of Ireland's under 14 hurlers. We as a club look forward to the 2016 Feile which will be held in Waterford and South Tipperary. We have applied to be a host club for this great occasion.

The election of officers took place and the officers and mentors for 2016 are as follows Chairman - John O’Connell. Secretary - Aoife Landers. Treasurer - David Gaffney.

Team Mentors - Under 8 - Hurling & Football - Colin Keane, Tom Nyhan, Padraig Curran.

Under 9 & 10 Hurling & Football - Shane Deevy, Ned Kearney, Niall Colleran, Aidan McCarthy, David Gaffney, Colin Keane. Under 11 Hurling & Football - Shane Deevy and Ned Kearney Under 12 football & Hurling - Donagh Cummins, Justin Coonan and David Ryan (football) Under 13 & 14 Football - Conor Blackwell, Niall Blackwell, Tommy Lynch, John O’Connell, Donagh Cummins. Under 14 Hurling - Conor Blackwell, Pat Connaughtan, Pat Browne and Donagh Cummins.

Under 16 Football - Jim McGrath, John Ronayne, Richard Halpin and Padraig Curran.

Under 16 Hurling - John McGrath, Paul Veale, John Ronayne and Shane McGrath.

The meeting concluded and John wished all those present and all teams best of luck in 2016.

Stradbally PRESENTATION OF U-12, U-13 AND U-14 MEDALS On Saturday night last, at Stradbally GAA Centre, the U-12, U-13 and U-14 boys were presented with their 2015 winning medals. On a very enjoyable evening, our own Michael Walsh was in attendance as special guest. Michael presented the players with their winner’s medals: Under 12: Oran Grant, Rian O'Reilly, Andrew Weldon, Cormac McGrath, Donnchadh O'Brien, Donncha Dunphy, John McArthur, Joseph Fenlon, Daire Walsh, Darragh Farrell, Conor Fennell, Micheal Mullaney, Michael O'Brien, Tommy Fennell, Dara McGrath, Conor Organ, Rory Fennell.

Under 13: Declan Keane, Barry O'Brien, Kyle Preston, Dylan Clancy, Alo Gough, Eoin Fitzgerald, Pa Skehan, John McArthur, Daire Walsh, Shane Murphy, Michael Mullaney, Michael O'Brien, Stephen Fennell, Rory Fennell, Conor Fennell, Tommy Fennell, Darragh Farrell, Dara McGrath, Joseph Fenlon, Donncha Dunphy.

Under 14: Sean Navin, Alan Shaw Hamilton, Eoin Pollock, Liam Fennell, Daniel Fenlon, Liam Og Corbett, Seadna Mac Aoire, Fionn Sweeney, Declan Keane, Alo Gough, Pa Skehan, Barry O'Brien, Dylan Clancy, Kyle Preston, Eoin Fitzgerald, Michael Mullaney, Shane Murphy, Joseph Fenlon, James Gough.

We look forward to the boys returning to training in the coming weeks, to get in gear for the 2016 season.

SOCIAL Our Social will take place on Saturday, 30th January at 8.30 p.m. in the Park Hotel. Music is

by John O’Shea. Tickets are €25 and are available from any member of the committee. With 40 players to receive County Football Medals a big turnout is expected to come along and support the players. Tickets are available from Ann or Breda or any member of the committee.

MENTAL HEALTH NIGHT Mental Health night scheduled in the Park Hotel on the 19th February at 7 pm. Also on Saturday, 20th starting at 9.30 am.

CLUB MEMBERSHIP The Membership officer is now collecting the memberships for 2016 Couple €100; Single €70; OAP €50; Student €25.

UNDERAGE REGISTRATION As part of our new Registration and Code of Behaviour Policy, the club is holding a registration night Friday, 22th at 7.45 pm. This will include a presentation on our code of behavior policy. To register your child to play at least 1 parent /guardian MUST be present.This will be the only opportunity to register your child for 2016.

Registration fee €25 per child.

LADIES FOOTBALL Registration fees for 2016; Adult player €62; Under 12 to under 18 €40; Under 10 (date of birth 2006, 2007,++) €22; Non player (team officials, trainers, coaches and selectors) €27.

There will be a registration night in the next few weeks to collect the fees for the coming year.

CONDOLENCES The Stradbally Ladies send their sincere condolences to Eillen Heffernan and the Hefferan family on the death of Eileen’s sister during the week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

NATIONAL DRAW TICKETS These tickets are on sale now, €10 each, great prizes and all proceeds go directly to the club so this is a very valuable source of revenue.

Tickets to be returned to Ann Navin or Breda Kiely before Febuary 5th.

OPERATION TRANSFORMATION Operation Transformation is looking like it's going to be a huge success, over 100 people did our 5 km and 3km walks on Mondays and Wednesday nights.

Helen Byrne of Health2Fitness is a great addition to our programme this year, giving valuable advice on Nutrition and Health issues. Over 40 people attended the circuit training in Sallyfort farm and Mikie and Martin put everyone through their paces. Keep up the good work and hope to see ye all again next Monday night.

50/50 DRAW The winner of our 50/50 draw this week was Emma Morrissey. Next draw is on the 31st of January.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €8,800 as on Sunday night last Thomas Fitzgerald was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 52 which wasn’t the Joker although he did win €50. Kitty Farrell and Jim Egan won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar and Crottys Corner Bar. NATIONAL DRAW Once again this year the GAA are holding a National Draw with tickets costing €10 each.

There are some fantastic prizes on offer. Tickets are now available from Committee members and team managers.

CLUB TEXT If any member of the club would like to receive texts from club secretary Jonathon O’Donovan informing them of the death of club members or other items of club information they should contact Jonathon over the next two weeks.

MEMBERSHIP We would like to remind intending members and especially players that membership fees are now due and can be paid to Kevin Tobin or any team manager. We would ask players to make a special effort to pay their membership before returning to training to ensure they are covered by insurance.

BOOKING OF PITCHES As teams start back training over the next few weeks we remind all team managers that they must book the pitches/astro turf with Michael Donovan prior to training and also managers are asked to remember that the main pitch remains closed until further notice.

CLUB BINGO Our club bingo will continue this Sunday night in the CBS Hall with a jackpot of €700.

JUVENILE NOTES Under 11: Under eleven training continues this Friday night between 6 and 7 pm. New members are always welcome and membership forms will be handed out on the night.

Underage outdoor hurling: Our underage outdoor hurling season is nearly upon us again.

The season starts on February 20th, 2016 for anyone between the ages of 5 and 10. New members are always welcome and hurleys and helmets will be available on this date for new members. These sessions will be weekly on a Saturday morning between 10.30 am and 11.30.

The next two Saturdays after this date which are February 27th and March 5th will be allocated as membership days where we hope to collect all the membership for the relevant age groups.

Under 10 and 13: Under 10 and under 13 hurling training will resume on Friday week the 29th January in the wall ball. The under 10 age group will run between the times of 7 and 8 Pm and the under 13 age group between the times of 8 and 9 pm. All are welcome.

Medal presentation: We will hold a medal presentation on Friday week the 29th of January in Ballinroad Hall at 7.30 pm sharp for last year’s under 13s, 14s, 15s and 16s. All these age groups will receive medals on the night which is a great achievement for all involved. We will have a special guest on the night to present the medals and this should be a very enjoyable evening for all involved. Light refreshments will be provided after the medal presentation and all within the club and, of course, parents and siblings are encouraged to come along to make the occasion special for the lads collecting medals.

Committee 2016: Following our juvenile AGM in late 2015 the following positions have been filled on our Juvenile Committee for 2016:Chairman: Joe Cleary Assistant Chairman: Benny Kiely Secretary: Audrey Hallahan Treasurer: Audrey Hallahan Child Welfare Officer: Brid Slevin PRO: Sean Kiely Coaching Officer: Pat Moore Assistant Secretary/Admin: Suzanne Gough Other members of the committee include Damian Cliffe, Michael Enright, Eamon Lonergan, Justin Walsh, Benny Flynn and Mark Lubek.

Tourin GAA We are having a spring clean of the Hall on Saturday, 30th January at 10 a.m. There is plenty of jobs to do so it would be great if ye could come along and give a hand.

BADMINTON Both teams were involved in Knock-out Cups this week, with mixed fortunes. Tourin 1 did very well and beat Lismore 5-1 in Tourin, but lost out due to an inferior number of sets won. Tourin 2 played Ballyduff and came out on top 4-2. That result puts them through to the County Finals on January 28th in Abbey School in Ferrybank.

Kilmacthomas are hosting their annual Badminton Tournament on January 23rd and 24th. The Kiersey cup has three sections, that cater for all grades. Contact Rachel on 086 3980067.

Social badminton will be starting Friday night 22nd January at 8 p.m. All are welcome, for more details contact Cathal on 086 8904507.

WEIGHT WATCHERS There is a special eight week Weight Watchers programme beginning Saturday, 23rd January, in Tourin Hall at 10 a.m. Please contact Tracey Wilkinson on 086 2318148 for further details.

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GAA CLUB NOTES

Ballinameela Ballinameela FASHION SHOW! As part of 2016's fundraising efforts, the club will hold a fashion show in The Park Hotel at 8 p.m. on Friday, February 26th. Yes, you did read that correctly, a fashion show! Many local Dungarvan clothes shops (Heroes, Wozza Menswear, Venture Clothing, Noel Devereux, Carrig Donn, Sheena, Muiri K and New Look) will showcase their wares on the night on none other than our very best local Ballinameela models, many of whom have been shaping for much of 2015 to secure a coveted spot on the catwalk.

The night promises to be a very enjoyable evening's entertainment, and tickets can be acquired for just €10. Details on how to get your hands on them can be got from any Ballinameela member, or contact Alison Curran (087 8289147) or Honor Looby (087 2346514). More information about the night will be posted soon!

AGM The club recently held its Annual General Meeting in the Community Centre. Officers elected on the night: Chairman: James Maher Treasurer: Jay McGrath Secretary: Shane McGovern PRO: Kevin Phelan Membership Officer: Brian Phelan Déise Draw Committee: Kealan Looby, Stevie McGrath, John Harrington Health & Wellbeing Officer: Brendan Phelan Child Welfare Officer: Kevin Phelan

Melleray Glenrovers Glenrovers Melleray WEEKLY LOTTO RESULTS Week ending Sunday, 17th January, 2016, numbers drawn on the night were as follows: 1, 8, 17 & 29. There was no winner on the night and the consolation prizes go to the following: Johnny Rohan, John Jackson and Tom Hennessy. Next week's jackpot will be €1,700.00 and the draw will take place in The Cats Bar, Melleray, next Sunday night, 24th January. Many thanks to all those who continue to support our weekly Lotto, much appreciated.

Dungarvan INTER-COUNTY FOOTBALL Well done to club player Gavin Crotty who made his senior football debut in recent McGrath Cup games against Cork and Limerick. Gavin was involved in the winning goal against Limerick in Rathkeale last Sunday afternoon.

FIELDS CLOSED The continuing rain has prevented the fields from repairing and they will remain closed until further notice.

CONGRATULATIONS Everybody in the club extends their heartiest congratulations to our hard working couple Paddy and Mary Fitzgerald who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with family and friends last weekend.

PLAYER POLICY The club’s player policy on physio treatment, hurleys and membership is now in place for 2016 and information on same is available from your team management and club chairman.

SCHOOL’S GAME Dungarvan CBS play Glanmire in the quarterfinal of the Munster Senior ‘B’ Hurling championship in Killeagh at 12.30 pm today, Wednesday, January 20th.

MILESTONE BIRTHDAYS Congratulations to club members Jim Mullins and Henry O’Keeffe who celebrated milestone birthdays recently.

CLUB MEMBERSHIP Club membership for 2016 is now open and it can be paid to our membership officers, Eileen Murphy and Mary Fitzgerald. The cost of membership remains the same and it is very reasonable.

Players are reminded that membership needs to be paid before the championship commences.

The first 2016 championship game in the club is likely to be the under 21 football in February.

LOTTO This week's numbers are 6, 10, 12 and 28.

There was no winner. The Jackpot next week will be worth €3,200. The ‘’Match 3’’winner for €300 was Mai Donnelly. The ‘’Match 3’’ returns to €100 next week. Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the Lotto.

Remember, you can do the lotto on your phone now, which is proving very popular at the moment. Lotto tickets can be purchased in the Country Store, Hallahan’s Chemist, Quealy’s Bar, John Walsh Spar, Paddy Foley’s Bar, Johnny Lynch Fruit and Veg and Graham Nagle’s Golf Shop.

NEW LOOK LOTTO IN 2016 Replacing the €100 winner each week for 2016 will be the ‘Match 3’, which will be won or shared by anybody with three of the numbers drawn. Next week’s ‘’ Match 3’’ will be worth €100 and if there is no ‘Match 3’, €100 will be added each week. The Lotto Jackpot will remain as usual.

NEW RULES FOR 2016 A player who wishes to play Adult Club must be over 17 years. A player who wishes to play Adult Inter-County must be over 18 years. A player who wishes to play Under 21 Club - must be under 21 and over 16 years. A players who wishes to play Inter-county Under 21 must be under 21 years and over 18 years. In order to play for a club adult team a player must have celebrated his 17th birthday prior to the 1st of January 2016.

SliabhgCua/St. gCua/St.Marys Sliabh Mary's HAPPY BIRTHDAY BOYS!!

The club would like to offer their warmest birthday greetings to Aiden Fitzpatrick and Dermot Halley who celebrated their joint 40th with family and friends over the weekend. Aiden will again line out for the club in 2016 but both men have contributed phenomenal work towards the club at committee levels over the years and have supported us in every way. We hope ye had a great night lads and more importantly enjoy your 40’s.

2016 PREDICTION QUIZ SPONSORED BY PAUL DUGGAN MOTORS The 2016 Sports prediction quiz was launched during The Players ‘Big Breakfast’ recently. With some new ‘Intriguing’ questions in this year’s quiz, huge interest is already being expressed.

Prediction sheets are available from Mush Keane (087 9634993), Brendan Tobin (087 2701947), J.P. Fitzpatrick (086 1909980) or from any executive committee member, player and alternatively can be downloaded from our website sliabhgcuastmarys.com We would like to take this opportunity to thank Paul Duggan Motors, Dungarvan for his generous sponsorship of the quiz.

MEMBERSHIP/DIRECT DEBIT Club membership is now due, Direct Debit is available and highly recommended. Player’s €50; Non Player €20; *Student & O.A.P’s €20; **Family €50. *Anyone over the age of 16 is considered a student, player or non player. **A family consists of 2 parents and all children U-16.

Following the huge success and participation in our direct debit scheme last year, it has being decided to keep it ongoing. Direct Debit is an easy way to spread your spending over the year instead of those dreaded up-front payments. You may pick and choose from any of the following choices to include in your monthly payment.

Membership, Deise Draw, Prediction Quiz, Weekly Lotto Ticket/tickets, National Draw Ticket, Any other Option.

Should you want to avail of the Direct Debit, please contact Tom Condon 087 4161773 or any committee members to sign up.

TOURANEENA RUNNER’S WINTER LEAGUE – A NEW & FITTER YOU FOR 2016 Touraneena Runners Winter League continues each Monday at 7 p.m. from Kirwan Park.

Please note that newcomers are always welcome to come along and either run/walk with the group. The league is run on a handicap basis, so it may be won by a walker or runner, everyone has an equal opportunity. Also, should you not want to enter the league basis, you may come along for the fun. €2 per night which goes toward the development of the Kirwan Park track.

Hi-Vis & head/hand torch essential.

For any information, contact Mush Keane at 087 9634993.

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of the Jackpot of €6,300 held in Micilin’s Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 17/1/16. Numbers were 5, 10, 11, 21. €30 to the following people: Liam Brazil, Grawn; Benny Whyte, Cutteen. €30 seller’s prize Brian Lennon, Leamybrien. Next Clotto held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 24/1/16 for a Jackpot of €6,400. On duty on the night Sean Lennon and Robbie Whelan.

MEMBERSHIP 2016 Membership for 2016 can now be paid online.

This will be a great advantage to everyone as it will take all the bother of bringing the money to the membership officer. The major advantage is for all people who may be living away from home.

This is the only way to go. The link to pay online is available on our social media pages.

MONSTER BINGO Our next Monster Bingo will take place in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, this coming Friday evening 22nd January in aid of our Juveniles.

First Bingo call at 8.30 p.m. sharp. Prizemoney €1,200 including Bingo prizes and raffles prizes it is certainly proving a big hit with all age groups and It’s a most enjoyable social occasion.

GYM It’s that time of year again where we all agree to get fit and lose those pounds from Christmas.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

So there’s no excuse come along and join the Kilrossanty GAA gym, it’s only €100 for 12 months (less than €2 a week) which is great value and only €50 for Kilrossanty Club players.

CLUB SEASON TICKETS Club season tickets are currently on sale.

These are great value for money as they will allow you admission to any adult club match in the county. Both hurling and football. Tickets are on sale in Ger Wyley’s and cost €100 and €65 for OAPs.

Affane/Cappoquin THREE TO ANSWER 1, Who was the last club to become Waterford senior hurling champions for the first time?

2, What year were Cappoquin/Affane’s Pat Curran and John Fives Young Footballer and Hurler of the Year in Waterford?

3, Who are the only club to ever have two teams in the Waterford senior hurling championship?

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, 1972 was the year former Cappoquin hurler Mick Bracket won the U-14 long jump, Tony Ryan won the U-16 marathon and John Treacy won the 15,000 metres at the All-Ireland Community Games at the Morton Stadium, Santry, Dublin.

2, Kevin Moran became the first Waterford man in over 46 years to lift the Fitzgibbon Cup in 2008.

3, 2003 was the year Waterford defeated Kerry in the Munster U-21 football final at Walsh Park.

CAPPOQUIN CAMOGIE SAD PASSING OF DANNY BOWE Cappoquin Camogie Club would like to extend their sincere sympathy to Danny Bowe's family on his recent death. Many of you are wondering who was he? While some of the more vintage generation will remember him well. The best way to describe him was that he was larger than life!

In 1969 Ardkeen Camogie Cub was founded in the main canteen in the Waterford Regional Hospital, which was then known as Ardkeen Hospital. Danny Bowe was the first Chairman of this club and continued to serve in this capacity for many years. From 1970 onwards this club went from strength to strength with Danny as the main driving force. This club and Danny were extremely proud of being the only team in Ireland never to have missed the All-Ireland Camogie Sevens in Dublin.

The club also made trips to America, playing in Boston and New York, Washington and Canada. Great success was also achieved on the playing field within the county, with the club winning under 16, under 18, Junior and Senior County titles over the years.

Danny was not just a proud Ardkeen Camogie clubman, he also was very proud of and very supportive of the development of Camogie within the county, having served as Chairperson as well as trainer / selector of County squads. It was in this area I had most dealings with Danny and can still recall his words at half time of a County match. "I want ye to go out there and bleed blue..." Or words to that effect, in his thick Waterford accent. I don't know if we won that match, but the words live on.

I think of Johnny Flynn also at this time, as Danny and Johnny had so much in common, not when they were opposing managers! Both had a great love for the game.

Both wanted girls to get recognition for this sport. Both were very fair men and are missed on the Camogie field.

In the words of William Shakespeare "Here was a Caesar, when comes such another."

CAPPOQUIN/AFFANE GAA CLUB & CAPPOQUIN CAMOGIE CLUB JOINT FUNDRAISER We will hold a fundraising Table Quiz in conjunction with Cappoquin/Affane GAA club to raise much needed funds for the new dressing rooms.

The table quiz will take place on Saturday, 6th February in the Sportsmans at 8:30 pm. €40 per team of 4/€10 per person. This new facility will benefit both clubs greatly so all efforts will be greatly appreciated. Please spread the word!

Pictured is Pat Walsh, winner of the 2015 Sliabh gCua/St. Mary's Sports Prediction Quiz. Pat receives a cheque for €1,000 from Club President Piery Butler. Also included in picture are Brendan Tobin (Chairman of Sliabh gCua/St. Mary's GAA Club) and Paul Ahearne (Entry Promoter) along with some of the Walsh and Ahearne families.

Michael and Thomas Byrne with their Clonea Strand Hotel swim awards for November/December.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Lorna Coleman and Joe Hickey with their Clonea Strand Hotel swim awards for November/December.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

DEADLINE FOR SPORTS NEWS

8.00 p.m. each Monday (Including Bank Holidays)

Why not e-mail your Sports news to the ‘Dungarvan Observer’?

Our new address:

sport@dungarvanobserver.ie

Aoife Morrissey and Kornelia Kozluk with their Clonea Strand Hotel swim awards for November/December.

Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

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Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club

Albert McGrath of McGrath Newsagents sponsor of the Juvenile shield at last Sunday’s Colligan Cup event presents David Butler winner with his trophy. Included are Rachel Wyley 3rd, Orla Dwyer 2nd, Padraig McGrath, Fionn Dwyer 4th, Brian Callaghan 5th and Caoimhe Prendergast 6th.

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

David Butler wins the McGrath Colligan Shield THE juvenile Colligan Shield was held in ideal conditions in Colligan Wood on Sunday last. Although rain was forecast we were able to run the juvenile event before it came down. Sixty eight young athletes completed the course.

We had a wide mixture of ages from the very young that were out for the first time to our more seasoned 15 year old with some of our older athletes opting to compete in the senior event.

The countdown clock started at 16 minutes and the first athletes took off at 15.40.

As the clock counted down the athletes took off at their appointed time with the last off at 7.00.

Twenty one athletes ran faster than their predicted time. First to cross the line was Michael Horgan who was 2 mins 31 secs faster than his predicted time. As the clock moved towards zero we could see a large group heading for the line but it hit zero and David Butler crossed the line just 3secs outside his time. All six prizewinners were within twelve seconds of their predicted time.

The fastest time recorded on the day was by Cian O’Riordan. His time of 7.39 was almost forty seconds faster than his time last year.

Fastest girl was Lucy Holmes with a time of 8 m 45 secs twenty one seconds faster than last year. Two young athletes who also improved their times from last year by over three minutes were sisters Aoibheann and Aimee Ryan.

Our thanks to Albert McGrath for his continued sponsorship of this event and to all who helped to run the event on the day.

WATERFORD SCHOOLS CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS Friday last was a great day for cross country running and the Friary proved to be an ideal venue. All the local schools were involved and West Waterford athletes helped the Friary and the Ardscoil to win the overall cups. Oisin O’Riordan CBS, Lucy Holmes (Ardscoil) and Hannah Power were all win-

ners on the day. All these athletes will be in action again on January 28th at the East Munster Schools Championships in Carriganore.

Full results below WATERFORD SCHOOLCROSS COUNTRY RESULTS MINOR GIRLS 1 Una O'Brien, Waterpark 2 Mary Kate Prendergast, Ard Scoil na nDeise 3 Roisin Ní Mhuirí, St Augustine's 4 Heather O'Connor, Ard Scoil na Mara 5 Aine O'Neill, St. Augustine's 6 Anna Duffin, Ursuline TEAMS 1 Waterpark 22 pts 2 St. Augustine's 22 pts 3 Ard Scoil na nDeise 23 pts 4 St. Declan's 32 pts 5 Ursuline A 43 pts 6 Ard Scoil na nDeise 73 pts 7 Waterpark B 102 pts JUNIOR GIRLS 1 Lucy Holmes, Ard Scoil na nDeise 2 Tara Ramasawmy, Pres Waterford 3 Kate Hickey, Ard Scoil na nDeise 4 Aoife Kennedy, Blackwater C.S. 5 Aoife O'Brien, Ard Scoil na nDeise 6 Aine Allen, Mercy Waterford TEAMS 1 Ard Scoil na nDeise 9 pts 2 Blackwater C.S. 29 pts 3 Ursuline Waterford 36 pts 4 St. Augustine's 43 pts 5 Abbey C.C. 59 pts 6 Waterpark 80 pts 7 St. Declan's 90 pts INTER GIRLS 1 Emily Goff, Ursuline Waterford 2 Aisling Lowe, Ursuline Waterford 3 Emma Hallahan, St Augustine's 4 Sinead O'Brien, Ard Scoil na nDeise 5 Emma Caulfield, Ursuline Waterford 6 Roisin Dunphy, St. Declan's TEAMS 1 Ursuline Waterford 8 pts 2 St. Augustine's 21 pts 3 Ard Scoil na nDeise 31 pts SENIOR GIRLS 1 Hannah Power, Meanscoil San Nioclás 2 Kate McGrath, Ard Scoil na nDeise 3 Dairine Ní Sheanlaoich, St Augustine's 4 Caoimhe Dwyer, St Augustine's 5 Chloe Fennell, St Augustine's 6 Niamh Murphy, Ursuline Waterford TEAMS 1 St. Augustine's 12 pts

2 Ard Scoil na nDeise 23 pts Overall Cup Tie Ard Scoil na nDéise and St. Augustine’s 7 pts WATERFORD SCHOOLS CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS MINOR BOYS TEAMS 1 Oisín O'Riordan, Dungarvan CBS 2 Ciarán Frisby, St Augustine's 3 Alex Conners, St Augustine's 4 Caolán Mac Craith, Meanscoil san Nioclás 5 Sheriff Alabi, Mount Sion Waterford 6 Billy Doherty Waterpark TEAMS 1 St. Augustine's 26 pts 2 Waterpark 54 pts 3 Dungarvan CBS 59 pts 4 Mount Sion, Waterford 66 pts 5 Meanscoil san Nioclás 82 pts 6 Waterpark B 115 pts 7 St. Declan's 125 pts JUNIOR BOYS 1 Jake Bagg, Ard Scoil na Mara 2 Michael Troy, St. Augustine's 3 Luke Brennan, St. Declan's 4 Ethan Hurley, Ard Scoil na Mara 5 Senan Travers, St Augustine's 6 Conor Mullany, Blackwater C.S. TEAMS 1 St. Augustine's 28 pts 2 Dungarvan CBS 41 pts 3 Ard Scoil na Mara 49 pts 4 St. Declan's 63 pts 5 De la Salle 105 pts INTER BOYS 1 Hugo Blair, Waterpark 2 Aaron Donnelly, Abbey C.C. 3 Conor Shields, Ard Scoil na Mara 4 Niall Blackwell, Meanscoil san Nioclás 5 Cian O'Riordan, Dungarvan CBS 6 Shane O'Neill, De la Salle Waterford TEAMS 1 St. Declan's 47 pts 2 Ard Scoil na Mara 54 pts 3 De la Salle 57 pts 4 St. Augustine’s 69 pts 5 Abbey C.C. 83 pts 6 Dungarvan CBS 103 pts 7 Blackwater C.S. 147 pts SENIOR BOYS 1 Jamie McCarthy, St. Declan's 2 Shane O'Riordan, Dungarvan C.B.S. 3 Jonathan Crowley, De la Salle Waterford 4 Maurice Daly, Dungarvan C.B.S. 5 Xander Coolbear, Blackwater C.S. 6 Paul Lannan, Col. Chathail Naofa.

Overall Cup St. Augustine’s.

UNFORTUNATELY, due to the bad weather we have had our course closed, and will be closed until further notice. We hope this will be sooner rather than later so fingers crossed for better weather coming our way.

The following competitions will take place as soon as possible, when the course is playable again.

MEN'S FOURSOMES COMPETITION After three competitive preliminary rounds, the following four teams have emerged to contest the semifinals of this competition – Team C: Eoin Simms and Aidan O'Rourke; Team D: Michael Ahearne and Liam Simms; Team E: Paddy Noonan and Liam Hansbury; Team F: Eddie Lenihan and Paul Healy.

LADIES MATCHPLAY The following ladies to reach the semi-finals are: Corinne McGee v. Kathleen Foran; Mary Walsh v. Breda

O'Donnell.

WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENTS Cancelled due to the weather.

SATURDAY TURKEY TOURNAMENTS Cancelled due to weather.

FROM NOW ON WITH ALL GAMES PLEASE NOTE The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the card (this is to get used to marking cards).

BONUS NUMBER This week’s winner of the bonus number is Michael O'Mahoney with number 38.

PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens, it takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition. So all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so. Do not use club heads to repair a pitch mark as this damages the green.

Always use a pitch repairer.

Corinne McGee presenting Breda O'Donnell with her Hole in One Prize 2015.

Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole.

If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome.

DID YOU KNOW? New Membership Fees

are now: Adults €85; Family €155; Over 60s €55; Juveniles €50; Life Members €35.

PITCH AND PUTT IS FUN! remember pitch and putt is only a game so go out and enjoy it.

T-shirts, caps and gloves for sale in clubhouse.

Dungarvan Rugby Club

Dungarvan lose opening game in Munster Junior League IN the opening game of the year in the Munster Junior League, there was disappointment for the 1st XV as they left a 17 point lead slip in their game against Castleisland on Sunday.

Played is less than favourable conditions, Dungarvan got off to a great start with a try from the first attack. Andrew Carey got the touch down and David Hickey added the conversion.

Mike Daly added another try as the lead extended to 14 points with David Hickey adding the conversion. A penalty followed to extend the lead to 17 points.

The visitors rallied late in the opening half and despite heroic efforts from the pack, the line was eventually breached to give the Kerrymen a life line.

David Hickey did have the opportunity to extend the lead but failed with a penalty kick.

The half-time score read 17-7 to Dungarvan.

As in the opening half, the home side went on the attack but failed to turn their procession into scores.

The visitors scored two tries inside within three minutes of each other at the mid point of the second half. The second was converted to give Castleisland a two point lead.

It was very little between the sides for the next 15 minutes. Then the visitors scored another try to increase their lead to seven points.

Dungarvan put in a determined effort and Andrew Carey went in for a try in the corner after some good work by both forwards and backs.

Unfortunately, the conversion dropped short and the final score read 22-24 in favor of the visitors.

UNDER 16'S On a cold but at long last, a dry Saturday, we travelled

to Kinsale with a full squad of 22 for another away match in the Pan Munster plate. With two wins out of two away we were hoping to get another win and keep ourselves firmly planted at the top of the table.

A position we wanted to keep, so we would get the easier quarter-final spot.

We managed to control the first few phases of possession, but very soon lost the ball. From then on, we never really got into the game and Kinsale got the opening score, after some very poor tackling. The next score followed after a Garryowen from Kinsale, with the ball being dropped and some very poor chasing from our defence, Kinsale kicked ahead and scored under the posts. Now 12 nil down we began to hope the lads would swing into action, but no sign and with another score under the posts before half-time, we were now down 19 nil.

This was proving to be our most lack lustre performance of the season.

So with 5 substitutions at half time, we hoped the performance would improve. It did and we were much more competitive at the breakdown. We managed a lot more turnovers and had good field position but never really looked like we were going to score.

This is despite the fact Kinsale were down to 14 players after a sin binning.

Kinsale also only created one good chance but a much more robust defensive effort kept them at bay. So the game finished 19 nil to Kinsale. We now have three home games, so we have the upper hand and three wins will still see us top the table.

Next game against Sunday’s Well at home on Sunday, kick-off at 11.30 a.m.

UNDER 18's Kinsale were the opposition for the under 18's at the weekend in the Pan Munster Cup – Elite level competition.

Played at Ballyrandle on Sunday morning, Dungarvan ran out winners with a 25-10 scoreline.

Dungarvan opened the scoring with a penally against the run of play as Kinsale started well and forced us onto the defensive. However, when we forced a penalty and Maurice Daly converted.

With a bit more territory, we scored a second Maurice Daly penalty. However, we were still not playing good rugby and making too many errors. Kinsale did take advantage, scored a try and had the conversion come off the post and wide.

Dungarvan enjoyed good territory and possession and rumbled to the Kinsale try line. We went close several times and knocked on just over the line. The 18's were forcing the passes and not taking advantage of a freshening wind. 6-5 was the score at the end of the first period but it was far from comfortable.

Dungarvan upped their game intensity after the interval. We forced a knock-on from the restart and thereafter dominated the game, conceding no territory or time to Kinsale.

Following a long kick into our half Dungarvan produced possibly the best try of the season to date. The forwards ran out of defence, won every breakdown, released the backs, rucked again and switched the ball from side to side. Eventually No. 10 Maurice Daly seeing the inevitable gap cut inside and scored under the post, he added the two points from the kicking tee.

Entering the final ten minutes, the score board read 13-5 to Dungarvan. Then another break by Dungarvan released Dylan McCarthy on the left wing. His lightning pace was too much for a tired opposition and he touched down in the corner. Our forwards were now rampant and repeated ruck and drives towards the Kinsale line, saw flanker Edward O'Neill touch down for his first Dungarvan try.

Kinsale reduced the gap when they scored on the stroke of full-time to leave the final score at 25-10.

Squad: Doug Pettit, Cathal Dee, Conor Scanlon, Jack Mullany, Thomas Hannigan, Eoin Ryan, Jamie Mc Kelvie, Ted Kelly, Larry Brazel, Jack Kiely, Finn-Rees Thomas, Maurice Daly, Pat Connors, Paul Lannen, Jordan Corby, Mick Devine, Brendan Cullinan, Dylan McCarthy, Charlie Murphy, Dan O'Keeffe and Edward O’Neill.

This win puts us back in contention. Our next Pan Munster match is fixed for Sunday at 1 pm in Dungarvan.

Shannon are the opponents and are also vying to secure a last 8th place in the knock-outs. This is another game which we can win but need to produce our best.

Therefore, we need all squad players to train next Wednesday (7.15 p.m.) and Friday (6.45).

UNDER 14's The under 14's had a successful outing against Carrick on Sunday morning, winning the game 19-5. They got off to a great start with everyone putting in a committed effort, which was reflected on the score board. There were some great tries scored and the players stood up when the pressure came on.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Dungarvan Ladies Hockey Club

Dungarvan Ladies get off to a winning start for 2016!

Cappoquin Snooker Club – Mason Mortgages & Financial Services Doubles L to R: John McGrath (winner), Mark Mason (sponsor), John Walsh (winner).

Cappoquin Snooker and Billiards Club

MASON MORTGAGES AND FINANCIAL SERVICES

McGrath and Walsh take Doubles crown JOHN McGrath and Rhiney Walsh are our doubles champions for 2016 after a well contested final saw them overcome the challenge from Michael Casey and Martin Reddy by three frames to two.

McCONNELL FITNESS LEAGUE We are down to the semifinals of our McConnell fitness league after all games were played off on Monday evening last. Some exciting games were witnessed with the final semi- final position going down to a re-spotted black ball between Brendan Walsh and Martin Reddy which Brendan claimed to advance. The semi-finals will see Rhiney Walsh play Brendan Walsh while Brendan Walshe will face Pat Fitzgerald. The full results on the night were: GROUP A Brendan Walsh 60-49 Martin Reddy Ben O’Keeffe 17-60 Pat Fitzgerald Martin Reddy 74-39 Ben

O’Keeffe Brendan Walsh 49-60 Pat Fitzgerald Pat Fitzgerald 64-27 Martin Reddy Brendan Walsh 38-49 Ben O’Keeffe GROUP B Brendan Walshe 62-35 John McGrath Rhiney Walsh 66-52 Michael Casey Brendan Walshe 55-37 Michael Casey John McGrath 33-65 Rhiney Walshe John McGrath 52-7 Michael Casey Rhiney Walsh 64-16 Brendan Walshe RED BRIDGE BILLIARDS LEAGUE We only had five players enter into our billiards league this season but still we should have some very good games played on tonight Wednesday. The five lads who will battle it out for the title are Martin Reddy, Rhiney Walsh, John McGrath, Pat Fitzgerald and Michael Casey.

ARE YOU RETIRED AND FANCY A GAME? For all the retired people of the area we now have a very good group of retired lads who meet every week for a game of Snooker. These lads have started only two weeks ago and have 8/9 meeting each week to play a few games. They are having a great bit of craic every week and it is great to see them making use of the hall.

EVERYBODY WELCOME FOR A GAME This season we have decided that you don't have to be a member to come in for a few games of snooker or billiards. For the past number of seasons there has been a presumption that you had to be a member of the club to play games in the hall. Well we can now confirm to everyone that the hall is there for anyone who wants to play games any night its open. We hope to see people of the area avail of this opportunity and make use of these fantastic table and facility.

UCC 2; Dungarvan 4 ON Sunday, 17th January Dungarvan ladies made the journey to the Mardyke in Cork City to play UCC in their first league game of 2016 after seeing their game against Fermoy postponed last week.

The cold, icy weather would not deter the Dungarvan Ladies who were eager to dust off their hockey sticks after the extended Christmas break.

Dungarvan are still the only team in their division to remain unbeaten in the league so far this season and know that they need to keep up that high standard and possibly remain on course for League honours this season.

The question was, could they start 2016 with a win on Cork territory?

Dungarvan lined up with Sarah Landers in goal and Ali O’Donnell sweeping in front with Melissa Brazil starting at centre back flanked by Ella Fay and Charlotte Connors to make up the defence. The midfield Engine consisted of Denise Egan at the heart of midfield, with Ellen Butler and Saoirse Hayes on either side.

The forward line saw Lucy Donnelly take up her familiar position of centre forward with Emily Spratt on the right and Clodagh Moloney on the left.

Dungarvan won the toss and stepped up for tip-off on this freezing Sunday morning in Cork City. UCC however, intercepted Dungarvan’s tipoff immediately charged towards Sarah in goal winning a short corner with only seconds gone on the clock.

Big wakes up call for Dungarvan as they cleared UCC short corner and began to settle into the game themselves mounting attacks of their own.

This pressure was paying off as Dungarvan were awarded a string of short corners, with Denise Egan coming close on occasions with her shots wide of the upright.

On their third short corner, Ellen Butler played out a pass to Denise who this time passed right to Lucy who fired straight past the UCC keeper sending Dungarvan one nil up.

Another short corner was awarded soon after and Dungarvan increased their lead to two nil with Lucy get-

ting on the score sheet again.

UCC scored just before halftime from a long corner into the circle and a ferocious shot left Sarah with no chance in goal.

Coach Tina Landers advice for the girls at half-time was to keep attacking and not lose focus. Changes were made with the fresh legs of Jessica Carroll Lawlor and Laina O’Hara coming into the Dungarvan side to strengthen things.

Dungarvan took full advantage with Saoirse playing a long ball up to Clodagh who played in Lucy at the edge of the circle, Lucy showing composure well beyond her tender young age rounded her player and slotted coolly past the UCC keeper, scoring her hat trick of goals in this game!

UCC had some attacking plays of their own that were broken up by Ali and Charlotte in defence. They managed to pull back another goal, which somehow scrambled into the Dungarvan net. The score line now 3 – 2. Dungarvan however did not let up and went in search of more goals,

right at the end and won a short corner. The full time whistle blew but the short corner would still be taken. Ellen played a pass to Denise Egan who controlled at the top of the circle, stepped inside and sent a thundering shot straight through the UCC keeper! Dungarvan wrapped up this entertaining game with the final score line 4 – 2 to the Déise girls.

Dungarvan delighted with this result remain unbeaten in the league, and the girls currently sit second in the table with two games in hand over Crescent at the top. All to play for over the coming weeks!

Well done to everyone on the team on a fantastic performance against UCC and a special mention for Lucy Donnelly scoring a hat-trick of goals in this game!

NEXT FIXTURE Dungarvan Ladies will play at home this Sunday, 24th January at 11 a.m. in the Friary College, Dungarvan.

FOOTLOOSE Best of luck to our many players who are performing in ‘Footloose’, a production by the Friary College students taking place this week.

Kilmacthomas Badminton Club KNOCK-OUT CUP We had three Kilmac teams in action this week in their respective cup campaigns. Kilmac 5 played Rathgormack 2 on Friday last. The team managed a 3-3 draw on the night, giving Rathgormack an 8-4 win overall.

Team: Michael Brown, Dave Kiely, Ian Gourlay, Niamh Flavin, Celine Tierney and Imelda Murphy.

Kilmac 4 played their second game away to Ballyduff 1. Unfortunately, the team suffered a 5-1 defeat.

Team: Pat Lenane, Padraig Lenane, Jamie Cloney Carol Walsh, Ann Halley, Fionnuala Hayes.

Kilmac 1 began their cup campaign on Friday last away to Waterford. The tie is still all to play for after the game ended in a 3-3 draw.

Team: Eoin Walsh, Martin Walsh, Garvan Dunford, Ciara O'Connor, Ellen O'Neill, and Denise Duggan.

MUNSTER GRADUATES The club had three representatives at last weekend's Munster Graduate competition in Killarney. It was a successful day for our players with Rachel Walsh winning the ladies singles title.

Rachel then went on to contest the ladies doubles final with Natalie Brown where they unfortunately lost out in three sets.

The mixed doubles final saw Garvan Dunford and his partner Sandra face Natalie and Greville Madden. It was Natalie and Greville who were victorious on this occasion.

KIERSEY CUP The Kiersey Cup is now only a few

days away. This year's event will again run over two days, with section 3 for grades G,H, and novice taking place on Saturday, 23rd January with section 2 (grades E and F), and Section 1 (Grades D+) taking place on Sunday, 24th January.

This is always a great weekend of badminton and we encourage as many people as possible to take part over the weekend.

Siobhan and Craig will be present with Yonex merchandise for sale also. Please send entries to Rachel 086-3980067.

JUVENILE BADMINTON Badminton has now returned for our juvenile members on Wednesday and Friday evenings. The supervision rota for January is available on our club website www.kilmacthomasbadmintonclub.com

Stradbally FC

Dungarvan United FC MUNSTER JUNIOR CUP: Ferrybank 0; Dungarvan United 2 ON Sunday last our Premier side finally got to play their cup fixture against Ferrybank in the Abbeylands. A game which has been postponed countless of times due to the recent weather, it was 14 weeks since a ball had been kicked and it felt somewhat strange to witness a game last Sunday.

The game started off as you would expect it to be after a long break, both teams went full out at each other to try and dominate the game within the first few minutes.

Thankfully, the Blues dominated the majority of the first 20 minutes. They found themselves 1-0 up on the 20 minute mark, when Ryan

Donnelly was fouled inside the area. No question who would take the penalty only Kevin Walsh who slotted home with ease. This woke the opposition up and Ferrybank threw everything at the Blues to try and equalise, they even hit the crossbar but couldn't find a way past the Blues defence of Paul Kelly, Kevin Walsh, Christy Ross, Tony Fitzgerald and No.1 Michael Walsh. The half time score was 1-0 to the Blues.

Ferrybank came out in the second half the quickest out the gap trying to even the score. Again the Blues defended well and Dungarvan doubled their lead on the 70th minute when a super through ball from Shane Kelly sent Ryan

Donnelly away and he made no mistake netting the Blues second goal and his 4th goal of the season.

Five minutes from time and Ferrybank received a penalty which was denied by the majestic Michael Walsh and he also saved the rebound. The game ended 20 and our lads now face Piltown in the next round on Sunday. Man Of The Match was the experienced Kevin Walsh. He commanded the back line well throughout.

And was a real leader on Sunday.

DEDICATION Members of the Dungarvan United 3rd Division team trained on Clonea Beach last Sunday morning! We have to admire your dedication lads!

GAMES OFF Once more the weather and ground conditions caused a blanket call off of local games. At least when games recommence, pitches will be in good stead, having been spared usage in soggy times.

LOTTO The next Lotto Draw is in O'Mahony's Durrow on Sunday night. Jackpot prize on offer will be €3,700. Tickets available from local shops and pubs, as well as from regular promoters and club members. Thanks to all who continue to sup-

port our Lotto.

ASTROTURF AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire.

Contact Tadhg for time slot availability at 087 2306841.

CLUB KITS There are some club kits for children still available. Ideal birthday presents.

Contact Aine at 087 7618127.

KEEPING IN TOUCH As well as this weekly column dedicated to Stradbally FC in the local papers, you can find us in the Stradbally Notes in the same publications. We're

also on Facebook at 'Stradbally AFC.' ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Academy & Little Dribblers continues each Saturday morning at 10.30 a.m.

This is an ideal way to introduce little ones to group play and to learn the basics of soccer. All children are welcome and so are their parents. For further details contact KerryAnn or Aine.

FIXTURES Saturday: Under 13 League: Seaview Celtic Stradbally 12.30 p.m.

Waterford Junior League Division Two: St. Joseph’s v Stradbally 2 p.m.

Cappoquin Rowing Club HAPPY new year to all. 2016 starting with bad weather, the floods stopped us from getting on the water, Many of you have seen how the flooding came into the boathouse. Thanks to committee members who kept very close eye on the water levels, having to move boats to minimise damage.

We had some boat damage.

Last weekend was our first chance to get on water to row. Cold chilly conditions but great to see crews out rowing. Hopefully this will be the normal routine for crews at weekend. Crews have been busy winter training, consistency has paid off fitness levels improving.

All crews are preparing for our first Head of River, this will

be Cork in February.

Membership is now due for renewal please fill in form and pay monies before February 1st, 2016. All new members very welcome.

Interested in joining our club we have rowing membership - adults €100; Juniors €50; non- rowing €50. Gym facilities and training four nights a week.

We would like to remember Terry Crotty and James McGrath, who have gone to their eternal reward. It was always great to see Terry watching our crews on the water passing on his experience and memories of coxing for Cappoquin Rowing Club.

Sympathies to the Sheehan and McGrath families. May they rest in peace.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Barracuda Swim Club Christmas Gala WEEKEND SPINS This weekend had two very different days weather wise, cold and frosty on Saturday and mild and damp on Sunday. All went well on the Saturday morning spin.

The group made a small change to the route to avoid possible icy roads taking in the infamous Tallow, Youghal bridge route.

Despite one or two tough sections, all riders enjoyed the fresh air and the cycling.

On Sunday morning spins left from our new temporary spot at the civic offices, there was 8 out with group 1. A fast spin to Waterford and a tough slog back the coast road home with 115 kms done at an average of 32 kph. Everyone arrived home overdosed on salt and looking like they were dragged through a bog from the road conditions!

Group 2 had 18 starting and sticking to the planned route around Durrow, Mahon Bridge, Kilmeaden, Kill and home the Coast road. A rider came down on the Carrick Rd, and a group member living close by organised a spin for him with no serious damage done. Besides that it was a nice steady spin tasting the salt off the road all day, we were just under the 30 km an hour average and all arrived back dirty but happy.

A better morning for cycling than recent weeks saw 18 Group 3 riders head for Waterford via the main road. After the exertion on the Pike hill we had the first of two punctures which followed in quick succession.

Unfortunately, the subsequent rupture signalled the death knell for Maurice's tyre but luckily Vinnie was on hand with a replacement which not only had a gofaster strip but was coloured coordinated to match Maurice's helmet.

A left turn at Kilmeaden to face the undulating hills of Kill and Bunmahon, a decline in weather conditions ensured a very mucky spin home. A good spin with an average speed of 27kph.

Group 23k had 10 heading out on planned route. A lovely incident free cycle, stopping for coffee in Lemybrien, with two of the group continuing on to get in a few more km's.

Just about beat the rain home!!

Group 5 had seven out, including four returning regulars after a long layoff and we welcomed a new ‘Tryout’ cyclist (G23k for him next

week!). New clip less pedals for Christmas led to a spill but no harm done. The salty roads meant the tea/coffee stop was even more welcome than usual. An even paced 50km at 19kph.

SUNDAY SPINS UPDATE CHANGE OF VENUE: The Square is being upgraded and works will be ongoing until July.

Consequently, DCC has decided to move the meeting point for our Sunday spins.

Beginning last weekend, we will be moving to the open area in front of the Civic Offices.

Spins will depart at 9.35 a.m., just a few minutess later than usual in order to allow a some volunteer members to check for lost cyclists who will not have seen this change. At present this is a temporary venue, and will be subject to review over the coming weeks.

LACTATE THRESHOLD TESTING It is hoped based on numbers interested to organise a Lactate threshold testing event for those interested.

This is an incremental exhaustive test which provides two threshold values and allows personal training zones to be established.

The cost for this test is €100 per head but this would be reduced if sufficient numbers are interested, min 10 persons. The machine that is used will allow the rider to use his own bike, wheels are simply removed and the bike is then fitted.

The machine incorporates a watt meter for intensity levels to be accurately monitored while increased. Based on numbers more days can be allocated.

A second test can be performed in mid March to evaluate progression prior to the racing season or when you break records in the sportives.

The test would be done in Marc Flavin's Achieve Gym in Scanlon’s Yard. If you are interested please let a committee member know and if sufficient numbers can be met we will take it from there.

If you need more info on these tests, just ask google!

CYCLING NEWS The pro season is now underway with events in Australia and Argentina kicking off the 2016 season.

Caleb Ewan has continued his winning start to the 2016 season, delivering on his prerace favourite tag to claim vic-

tory in the Down Under Classic on Sunday.

He finished a bike length ahead of Giacomo Nizzolo (Trek-Segafredo) and Adam Blythe (Tinkoff).

OricaGreenEdge controlled the majority of the 51km Adelaide criterium with Darly Impey playing the role of lead out man for the 21-year-old who now has five wins from seven starts this year.

Race organisers revealed the full route of the 2016 Vuelta a Espana, which will include 10 summit finishes - one more than the 2015 edition of the race.

The race as a whole will be less mountainous than the previous year, but the majority of the harder stages are scheduled into the second week, which means that we could see a potential overall winner before the final week or the finale stage in Madrid.

The final Grand Tour of the 2016 season will start with a 29.4km team time trial in Galicia in the north west of Spain, where the terrain is unforgivably undulating. The race then moves into the mountains of the Asturias region, into the Basque Country, a trip to the Pyrenees and into Aubisque.

The climbing during the second week of the race will be the most decisive. After already completing four summit finishes, the peloton will embark on stage 10, the most difficult as it finishes on the Lagos de Covadonga, widely rated as one of Spain’s toughest single climbs.

That ascent will be followed by climbs in subsequent stages over Peña Cabarga (a summit finish), Alto del Vivero in Bilbao, and summit finishes in Aubisque and Formigal.

The final week will head through the South East regions Valencia and Alicante. It will include the final two summit finishes on in Mas de la Costa on stage 17 and on Alto de Aitana on stage 20.

There is also a decisive 39km time trial on stage 19 that will finish in Calpe, before the traditional sprint finish in Madrid.

CONTACT US Our Facebook page has plenty of updates and photos so feel free to have a look.

We are also on Twitter and have a club webpage www.dungarvancc.com. If you want anything included in the notes please e-mail it to me at kenealyp@yahoo.ie.

Waterford Community Games WELCOME back to a new year of Community Games, and a busy year ahead too.

This year we host the National AGM 4th-6th March in our own County, in the Tower Hotel, Waterford. Preparations are under way and anyone available to help out let us know asap.

Tickets are available to order/purchase for the banquet on the Saturday night, 5th March.

Anyone wishing to attend please contact Geraldine.

Congratulations to our hard working volunteers Anne Marie Monagle and Edel Morrissey who won awards during 2015, and to Tramore and Ballyduff Upper on winning area awards for 2015.

Our next meeting will be tomorrow Thursday, 21st January 2016 in Lawlors, hope to see as many of you as possible for what promises to be a great year for all our young competitors.

THE Barracudas finished off their year with their Annual Christmas Gala with all squads together for the first time this year!!! Fun was had with a few novelty races and relays!!!!

Swimmer of the Year 2015 was presented on the night, given to the most improved, hard working, punctual, and

full attendance swimmer from January through to December.

This award is the biggest honour given to our swimmers during the year, and well deserved.

Swimmer of the Year 2015 Shauna O’Mahony.

Best Attendance Euan Harrington.

Candle Race Emma Morrissey and Ailbhe Ni Sheanloach.

PJs Race Mary Bradfield and Crea Frisby.

TRAINING HAS RESUMED Happy New Year to everyone.

Training is resumed since last Thursday and Friday.

Group who attended the Park Hotel Barracuda Swim Club Christmas Gala.

Tried and Tested Triathlon Club

Naas Duathlon THE first race of the Duathlon season took place on Sunday last in Naas. Congratulations to club member Jason Travers who came in 8th place in a time of 59.36.

Jason will be representing Ireland in the 2016 Kalkar ETU Duathlon European Championships near Dusseldorf on 16th April. We wish Jason the best of luck with his preparation and training over the next few months.

Waterford Triathlon Club will be hosting a Duathlon on Saturday, 13th February in Tramore. This is a great way to get prepared and increase fitness for the 2016 triathlon season.

CLUB TRAINING 2016 Club training is back for 2016 with all levels catered for from the complete beginner to those training for Ironman Triathlons. Club training sessions are posted on the Tried & Tested Triathlon Club Facebook page on a weekly basis.

SWIMMING The club has a number of swim sessions to cater for all levels and abilities. These take place at Clonea Strand Leisure Centre and also The Gold Coast Leisure Centre.

Contact Natalie on 086851209 if you have any enquiries about swimming lessons or swim club.

CYCLING The club’s Sunday cycling groups keep going from strength to strength. There are two groups catering for all levels from complete beginners to advanced. Last weekend six members cycled with group one whilst four members cycled with group two.

Group one covers an average distance of 60-75km, group two covers an average distance of 30-50km. Both cycling groups leave from the bus stop outside St. Augustine’s College every Sunday morning at 8:30 am sharp and arrive back at St. Augustine’s by 11 a.m. Come along and join us, you can try it out and cycle with us three times.

After three sessions you have to have to join the club to be covered for insurance purposes.

RUNNING The club will be starting a mid week run group in February. Watch this space for details.

MEMBERSHIP DUE Membership for Tried & Tested TC is open through the Triathlon Ireland website, so now you can pay for your Race Licence and Club membership on line. Club membership remains at €20.00 and you may choose which type of TI membership suits you. You need a minimum of a Non Racing TI licence (€20.00) to join and train with a club, for insurance purposes, but you will need to purchase a One Day Licence (ODL €20.00) for any race you compete in. A Racing Licence (€58.00) will cover you for training with the club and participation in any TI sanctioned race without having to purchase an ODL. Club members doing 3 events per year will pay €20 (Non Racing membership) + €60 (ODL's) = €80 - Race Licence Membership is €58 per year and unlimited number of races.

TRIATHLON TALK & PRESENTATION Date: Sunday, Jan. 24th at the Gold Coast Conference Room 9.30 a.m.-12.30 p.m.

To get members motivated for the New Year Martin Kirwan from Focus on Fitness will be coming to present a talk on everything related to triathlon training, from base training, how to train, how to prepare for a race, etc.

This talk will be beneficial to all levels, from beginners who have never completed a sprint triathlon to those are looking to going into longer distance triathlons.

Training plans specifically related to our Tried & Tested Club training sessions will be made available to members of Tried & Tested Triathlon Club.

This is free of charge to all members; there are a limited

number of places still available. If you are interested in attending please email us at info@dungarvantri.com.

JOHN TREACY DUNGARVAN 10 MILE Many of our club members are racing in the John Treacy 10 mile road race on Sunday, January 31st.

An event of this scale requires a huge amount of voluntary help to ensure its success.

If you have any time to spare on Sunday, January 31st please contact Karen Ryan at West Waterford AC on 086-8245683.

If you are interested in Triathlon or want to find out more about the club check out our Facebook page www.facebook.com/TriedTest edDungarvan or our website www.dungarvantri.com. All details about group training or coaching are posted on both.

Club member Jason Travers taking part in the Naas Duathlon on Sunday.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 January, 2016

Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures Fairyhouse – Wednesday, 20th January (First Race 12.45) Gowran Park – Thursday, 21st January (First Race 12.55) Dundalk – Friday, 22nd January (First Race 6.00) Navan – Saturday, 23rd January (First Race 12.50) Leopardstown – Sunday, 24th January (First Race 12.50)

Replacement meetings announced for Tramore and Thurles FOLLOWING the cancellation of race meetings due to the recent spell of wet weather, Horse Racing Ireland has announced a number of replacement fixtures. Tramore will host a meeting on Tuesday, January 26th to replace the New Year’s Day meeting that was lost while Thurles will hold an all hurdle card on Wednesday, January 27th.

There will also be an additional meeting at Limerick on Wednesday, February 10th which will give the track a measure of compensation after losing two meetings at their Christmas festival. The meeting at Cork, which was due to be held on Saturday, 2nd January, but was cancelled due to severe flooding, will not be rescheduled.

Halford stays on top at Dundalk MICHAEL Halford, the venue’s leading trainer, landed a double on the all-weather at Dundalk on Friday night. Pat Smullen partnered the trainer’s 4/6 favourite Ebadan to win the 1m maiden and over the same distance, Conor Hoban completed the double on Hat Alnasar in the handicap.

On a good night for fancied horses, 13/8 favourite Little Sweetheart landed the 5f handicap for Pat Flynn and Danny Grant and Tribal Path, an 11/4 shot, won the 7f apprentice for Naul-based Damian English and Donagh O’Connor.

Tony Mullins’ Saga Bolton held off the late rattle of the Richard Hughes-trained raider Duchess Of Marmite to win the 2m handicap under Rory Cleary while Keith Clarke and Robbie Downey were on the mark with the well-supported 100/30 favourite Poitin in the concluding 10f handicap.

Mullins takes two at Naas WILLIE Mullins captured the two big races at Naas on Saturday. He won the Grade 3 Limestone Lad Hurdle with long odds-on Sempre Medici who had little difficulty in scoring under Ruby Walsh. Mullins landed a 1-2 in the Grade 2 Woodlands Park 100 Club Novice Chase with the Bryan Cooper-ridden Roi Des Francs just getting the better of Pont Alexandre.

The Red Mills Trial Hurdle at Gowran Park is a possible target for Sempre Medici while Roi Des Francs will have a couple of options at the Cheltenham Festival, including the RSA Chase. The Harry Kelly-trained Lagostovegas is bound for the Festival after her success in the four-year-old maiden hurdle.

The Fred Winter Handicap Hurdle and the new mares’ novice hurdle are the races the County Tipperary trainer has in mind for his runaway winner. Aidan O'Brien and Barry Geraghty combined to win the maiden hurdle with Edwulf who battled well to see off the gambled-on Mullins runner, Haymount.

Go Paddy Go took the handicap hurdle for Nenagh-based James Grace and Jack Kennedy while Cloughjordan’s Denis Hogan both trained and rode Eiri Na Casca to victory in the handicap chase. Carrigtoohill, County Cork trainer Terence O’Brien saddled Articulum to win the bumper, the 7/2 shot giving Pat Collins his 13th winner.

Pride of the Braid winner of the Mares Maiden Hurdle in Leopardstown on Sunday, 17th January. Bred by Brian Gleeson popular racing tv pundit, owned by his father Liam Gleeson and trained by local trainer J. E. Kiely. Photo l - r: Brian Gleeson, Kate Gleeson, John Gleeson, Liam Gleeson, Luke Murray, jockey Davy Russell.

Murphy back in the big time at Leopardstown COLM Murphy has enjoyed no shortage of success at Leopardstown over the years and the Gorey-based trainer was back among the big winners at the South Dublin venue on Sunday when Empire Of Dirt landed the Coral.ie Leopardstown Handicap Chase.

Ridden by Jonathan Moore, the 8/1 chance came home clear of another Gigginstown House Studrunner, Killer Crow, with the veteran Seabass in third place.

The winner, who was giving his young rider the biggest success of

his career, will now be aimed at the Cheltenham Festival.

Charles O’Brien saddled Henry Higgins to win the Coral.ie Hurdle and he is another winner heading to Cheltenham in March for the County Hurdle, a race that is run in the memory of the winning trainer’s late father, Vincent.

A 16/1 winner, Henry Higgins was ridden by Robbie Power who had enjoyed an earlier success on the highly-promising Our Duke, trained

by Jessica Harrington, in the 2m4f maiden hurdle.

Harrington and Power just lost out in the opener when Billy’s Hope was caught on the line by Pride Of The Braid, owned by the Gleesons of Ardmore, trained in Dungarvan, County Waterford by John Kiely and ridden by Davy Russell.

Young rider of the moment, Kerryman Jack Kennedy got one over on Ruby Walsh as he got the Paul Nolan-trained, Denis Hayes owned Golan Lodge home ahead of Children’s List in the 3m handicap hurdle but Ruby Walsh emerged as the star of the show when getting

Killultagh Vic up to win the Grade 2 novice chase.

A 2/7 favourite, Killultagh Vic came to a virtual standstill and all but unseated the champion rider when he knuckled on landing at the final fence, but with only one iron, Walsh quickly had him up and running again and he got up to win from Blair Perrone and Lord Scoundrel.

There was no such drama in the bumper which went to the Aidan O'Brien-trained 13/8 favourite Aspen Colorado, a 26th winner for the trainer’s daughter, Sarah.

Warwick double for Willie and Danny Mullins WILLIE Mullins and his nephew Danny combined for two winners at Warwick on Saturday. Black Hercules ran out the comfortable winner of the listed novice chase and heads to the Cheltenham Festival for either the RSA Chase or the National Hunt Chase while Thomas Hobson’s immediate future is less clear after his battling defeat of stable companion Open Eagle in the 2m5f novices’ hurdle. Willie Mullins boasts a record of six winners from just nine runners at the venue.

Pictured after Golan Lodge won "The Bet & Watch Irish Racing at Coral Handicap Hurdle" at Leopardstown on Sunday last is owner Denis Hayes; jockey Jack Kennedy; trainer Paul Nolan with winning connections.

[Alain Barr]