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Clash looms as Sinn Fein demand cut in Property Tax Sinn Fein councillors in Wexford are to vote for a reduction in the rate of property tax imposed across the county. Cllr Oisin O'Connell revealed this week that his party would vote for a cut of up to 15% in the charge. "Sinn Fein are fundamentally opposed to the property tax," Cllr O' Connell said, "We plan to abolish it when in government but until then all we can do is vote to reduce it at a local level, as our

colleagues in other areas have done. The maximum reduction allowed is 15%." "To get the property tax reduced we would have to win the support of the other parties and independent candidates in the County Council. Surely that won't be a problem when only a few months ago, during the local elections, every candidate pledged their full opposition to austerity and unfair taxation? Politics is all about choices and there are

always alternatives." However, despite the Sinn Fein view it seems unlikely that there will be a major, if any cut in property tax in Co. Wexford because any reduction would have to be made up by a wholesale reduction in services and the abandoning of repair works on local roads. The Sinn Fein stand is likely to to result in sharp clashes with other parties at Co. Council level. Council

finances and a budget for next year will in the first instance be considered by a special subcommittee of the Council which has representatives of all parties and the independents. The subcommittee was established with the aim of getting agreement between all sides on the budget for 2014.l However, it seems likely that a budget battle will still be played out at full Council level.

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Out and About this Summer!

Luke’s Lines

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Luke Kennedy

Roses Are A Thorn In My Side The Rose of Tralee“Timeless Irish Institution” or “Dated Paddywhackery” that only old people enjoy? In my opinion, it’s mostly the latter. It’s not completely unbearable, but it’s definitely geared towards the one particular audience. Throughout this show there were definitely a few recurring themes. To his credit, Daithi O Se was a decent host. His jokes are of the typical cheesy yet likeable quality that hosts for this type of show aim for, and he succeeds. Without Daithi O Se, the whole thing would definitely be more tedious, his slagging of the escorts and other antics definitely adds to it. Most of the women in it were clearly just trying to appease the judges with a list of clichés they know the demographic that makes up the judging panel will like. This meant that most of these women talked about doing charity work, the “support” and “inspiration” they have got from their family, and often their jobs were something along the lines of school teacher. Then they would usually perform a piece, which would fall into one of three categoriesdancing, singing, and reading poems. Whenever they would read a poem it

would fall into such a degree of stage “oirishness”, that each poem might as well have been about families of leprechauns dying during the famine. There are a few exceptions, with the Dubai Rose, Ailis Hughes, talking about her uncle trying to set her up with 60 year old

farmers so she will have their money when they die, and The North Carolina Rose, Nancy Boyce, coming out with the much tweeted quote “the bigger the hair the closer to Jesus”. Most of the roses acted like caricatures of socially acceptable femininity, some did talk like real people, but most behaved as if they had the edges of their personality filed off. The Musical acts for the Rose of Tralee reflected the tastes of Irish people at their most cheesy, with Nathan Carter and his country hit “Wagon Wheel” and Louis Walsh’s new boy band, Hometown, performing a mediocre cover of John Legends “All of Me”. Another aspect of the show I thought was stupid was the

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hype surrounding the “ice bucket” challenge, where they hyped it up and essentially acted as if Daithi O Se was going to be drowned live on TV. When it finally did happen, and he just got splashed with a bit of cold water, it was the definition of an anti climax. People get splashed with water everyday, is it really worth broadcasting it on TV? This event was 6 hours Long, including ad breaks. I watched all of it for this review. This is the first time I ever watched The Rose of Tralee, and will also be the last. The first night was bad, the second night wasn’t good, but it was an improvement. Daithi o Se’s jokes and some humour from some of the Roses made it somewhat tolerable, but it is not an experience I intend to repeat. If you like the lightest of light entertainment, you may enjoy this deliberately inoffensive, sedate, fluff. Everyone else is better off staying away. The Winner of this year’s Rose of Tralee was Philadelphia Rose, Maria Walsh, and no doubt someone similar to her will win next year’s Rose of Tralee and the year after that on and on until this contest is put to an end. I guess it just proves there’s an audience for everything.

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Jaysus, where did that week go? Ner a bit of stretch in them evenings anymore let me tell ye! I was just thinking this week that I’m not doing enough stuff. Work and college aside, its summer, I should be out and about getting up to all sorts of shenanigans. Sooo, I got my summer back and went to an abortion march in Dublin. It wasn’t exactly planned, but nonetheless I stood on O’Connell Street as people took pictures of me and hundreds of feminists with signs justifying abortion. I don’t exactly feel strongly about it, but people were protesting. And sure, what better way to stick it to the man than with a sign on the streets

of Dublin. Actually, if anybody comes across any pictures, do send them on!¬¬¬ Apart from that and the occasional Saturday night sociable I haven’t really been up to much. Moving to some local goings-on. I’m really looking forward to Metro 17’s The Green Room which hopefully will be on in the next few weeks. I should have more details on what local talents are set to play on the night and maybe a few pictures

to go along with it! It’s definitely not one you’re going to want to miss, so keep an eye out! On a bigger scale, Electric Picnic is set to kick off this Friday which I’m distraught about not going to!! Over 40,000 people are set to attend this year after they managed to bump their capacity up from previous ones. Even with the mediocre line-up, I’m dying to be among some of the madness. So, if anyone wants to give away tickets…. .

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Lots of happy endings This week we waved goodbye to dogs Snoopy and 2 puppies. Also dog Archie got homed via our friends at the Dublin SPCA. Cats Sooty, Minx and Gilby as well as and kittens siblings Zoe, Nolet & Viola and Pepper & Sushi also found new homes. We wish you and your new families well! It was an incredibly busy week for reuniting missing and found dogs. In many cases those dogs weren’t microchipped which made it even harder. The NWSPCA successfully managed to bring together most dogs and their humans and we had some lovely happy endings. The adorable Sally is still looking for a new home. She is a Springer/Collie cross with a gentle temperament and loads of hugs to give to you. Sally is fully vaccinated and

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neutered. She is very good with kids and would make a great family pet. Meet gorgeous Tilda, a lovely 9-month-old cat looking for her forever home. Tilda recently had kittens, but sadly they passed away. She had been in fostercare with one of our volunteers for after that and is now in the cattery where

she enjoys her daily cuddles. Tilda will be neutered shortly before joining her new family. The North Wexford SPCA is always on the lookout for new volunteers. If you can spare a few hours per week, please make contact with us on 0876392531, send an email to nwspca@hotmail.com or join our Facebook page.

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Say goodbye to summer with a Picnic in the Park Picnic in the Park returns to Redmond Park, Wexford, this Sunday 31st of August, for the last hurrah of the summer. Bigger and better than ever before, the fun will begin at 2pm, bringing the community together in a special space loved by all. Best of all it is completely FREE!! At Picnic in the Park there really is something for every member of the family. A feast of entertainment including Red Moon Theatre puppet show & art zone, Hoola Hoop Skills, Arts and Crafts and The BIGGEST park bench in Ireland. For the budding sports stars there are obstacle races with Menapians AC, GAA skills with The Vols and Soccer skills with Wexford Celtic. Live music by the very talented Ocelots, while DJ Cullie will be spinning the discs throughout the afternoon to keep you in the party spirit. Any Summer party wouldn’t be complete without a helping of delicious ice cream, Mr Mac Ice Cream will be ready with tasty sweet treats and of course Hot drinks will be available from Coffee Express. So go along on Sunday to the FREE family fun picnic

with your basket and blanket in Redmond Park on Sunday 31st August from 2pm- 5pm for a celebration of the wonderful Wexford Summer, you won’t

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An Eye On Gorey by Gavin MacDermott

How the Chamber has helped Gorey fight back from the recession Five years ago, at the peak of Ireland’s great recession, one could have been forgiven for writing off Gorey in terms of business, enterprise, and opportunities for employment. The shortfall in employment, business foreclosures, and the looming spectre of negative equity for first time home owners left little to inspire steps toward positive economic change, or so one would have thought. Having just recently returned to my hometown after four years of university in Dublin, I really have been taken by surprise at the level of start-up activity in the old market town of Gorey and its vicinity. The vacant Main Street premises I had left behind now had new facades that suggested a new thriving business culture in the town I had grown up in. In the four years I had spent away, how had this all come to pass? In conversation with The Chronicle, Dick White, CEO of the Gorey Chamber of

Commerce and Industry, describes how Gorey’s very characteristics, owing in part to her historical market town status, have helped the town and community towards recovery. Now in its 10th year and funded mostly by business memberships, the Gorey Chamber developed from the Traders Association and is an organisation that provides an essential network for our burgeoning local businesses and lobbies public representatives and bodies on their behalf. “I think [Gorey Chamber’s] biggest asset is its vibrant network. It allows people to engage and hear different experiences and voices. The fact that it is open to going with an idea that has a positive impact on business, along with its willingness to adapt, and the network it provides are its greatest assets,” explains Dick White. Initially receiving support from the now defunct FAS, the Gorey Chamber now has an

office with four staff working on a full time basis. Gorey Chamber also takes the role of an active motivator of local businesses. Facilitating both the AIB North Wexford Business Awards and Ulster Bank Outstanding Staff Member Awards White maintains that these competitions “will help businesses keep in mind that the customer is the most important element within any business and that customer care is paramount.” The Chamber may very well facilitate interbusiness relations and provide the necessary connections for new enterprises, however, White acknowledges that it is in fact Gorey’s location that seems to provide the grounding for the town’s particular success with retail businesses. . Of course there has always been be a Dublin centric attitude present at centralised planning stages but White points out that the proximity to

the city has benefited businesses in North Wexford, not harmed them. “Esmonde Street is now a thriving retail venue, previously it was a street of houses. I think all of this has to do with its proximity to Dublin,” says White. Despite the long standing and indisputable connection between Dubliners and North Wexford, the expansion of the roads south of Dublin have facilitated a commuter culture whereby Gorey becomes a mere nesting ground for newer residents. However, merely using the old location, location, location mantra to explain Gorey’s thriving retail sector does little to recognise its entrepreneurial spirit, after all, the flip side of the M11 coin is that people are easily drawn away from Gorey. White explains that Gorey is unique in more ways than its proximity and connections to Dublin. Upon their arrival, visitors are presented with the

“biggest outdoor shopping centre on the East Coast and, according to White,“it is a specialty shopping experience that is a fusion of quality product and service level that you do not find in other towns.” Indeed, the increasing number of boutique clothing shops in particular has done much to attract customers away from the high street chains of Dublin and visit Gorey instead. Make no mistake, however, Gorey isn’t out of the woods yet. For many in our community, life is a struggle, battling debt, unemployment, and rising taxes. However, there is hope to be garnered from these local businesses, businesses that have already transformed, quite literally, the face of the community through retail on Gorey’s streets. If you have an idea for a business start-up, the Chamber might be able to help. Contact information is available on www.goreychamber.ie.

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Michelle Bollard, prior to going on stage At the Gala Concert in Aid of Console, at the Ashdown Park Hotel on Saturday night

(Top) "Cantus" directed by Margaret Fitzgerald, who performed at the Gala Concert in Aid of Console (Left) Soprano Carmel O'Connor and Tenor Darren Mooney backstage at the Gala Concert in Aid of Console (Pics by Joe Dixon)

Top ‘Rose’ prize for Dollar Shakes Gorey pop-rock outfit 5 Dollar Shakes have taken the top prize in the Access Unsigned Music Competition which was linked with this year’s Rose of Tralee Festival. The Rose of Tralee Festival has long been a springboard for many an Irish music career and the band also featured as a support act for premier Irish band Walking on Cars. Included in the numerous prizes received by 5 Dollar Shakes was recording time, which they plan to use for their upcoming EP. 5 Dollar Shakes recently entertained an exuberant home crowd with their energetic live set at this summer’s Gorey Market House Festival.

Wells House Mad Hatters Tea Party Wells House annual Mad Hatter’s Tea Party will take place on Sunday 31st August. Featuring live music and a barbecue, and hopefully the consistently good weather that has graced the South-East over the last few months, it is the last of the summer program events organised by the recently revitalised Victorian manor. It promises to be a wacky party for families and fans of Wonderland and its bizarre characters. There will also be plenty of other activities on offer such as archery, themed walks through the forest, a falconry display, as well as tours of the Irish Wildlife Sanctuary and grand old house itself.

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Wexford TD John Browne was a close personal friend of former Taoiseach Albert Reynolds, the man who appointed him Minister of State when he became Taoiseach. Here Deputy Browne remembers his old friend

My many long nights in The Coffee Dock with ‘Albert the Talker’ I first got to know the late Albert Reynolds after my election to Dail Eireann in November 1982 and over the years we became very close friends. Albert was abrasive, demanding and great fun to be with. His early advise to me was to look after your constituents and to treat them as part of the extended family and he would often use the Famous Quote "all politics are local". As a Minister he was always available to backbench T.D.'s and was ever so helpful. As Minister for Posts and Telegraphs, Industry and Commerce and Finance he excelled and never allowed bureaucracy and red tape to

stand in the way of making decisions. Albert was a doer getting things done and when he became Taoiseach he demanded the same philosophy from his Ministers and Ministers of State. Under his stewardship I was appointed as a Minister of State to both Departments of Agriculture and Environment and who knows if only he had remained as Taoiseach for a longer period, perhaps I would have been appointed a full Minister. I spent many long nights in "The Coffee Dock" in the then Jury's Hotel, in the company of Taoiseach Albert and other T.D.'s and many of his action plans for the public good were

hatched there. Albert was a man of Peace and on becoming Taoiseach he set about immediately to bring about a peaceful solution to the Northern Ireland crisis. "Albert the Talker" went where no other Taoiseach had ever gone before, to talk to the Unionists, IRA, Sinn Féin, SDLP, UVF and the UK Leader John Major, and as a result he brought about the 1st. stage of a peaceful solution to the Northern situation which eventually led to the Good Friday Agreement. Albert left a lasting legacy to peace to the Irish people and he will always be remembered for this. I have always valued

Albert's loyal friendship, admired his ability to get things done, his loyalty to his family, his devotion to his constituents and his steely determination in very difficult time to bring about a peaceful solution to the Northern Ireland troubles. Albert was good for Ireland at that particular time. My only regret is that he was not our Taoiseach for a larger period of time because I really believe that the Fianna Fáil/Labour Government of that period, two like minded parties was the best Government during my time in Dáil Eireann. Albert, may you rest in peace.

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Appeal, an initiative that is doing much to alleviate the dire conditions of Gaza residents who are attempting to rebuild their homes and vital services in the wake of the latest conflict between Hamas militants and the IDF. Included in the line up were Chris Brian Gethings, Damian Brady, Jack Quinn, Dave Clark, Aidan Kelly and Blakout. Over €170 was raised and organiser Emily Gim would like to extend her gratitude and thanks to attendees and performers alike. She was adamant that the event enabled the community to contribute something positive to aid the crisis. Also performing at the event was Gorey songsmith Jimi Cullen. Over the next few weeks the singer-songwriter will be performing the final seven dates of a 72show tour organised to

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Mass of Thanksgiving marks closure of St. Senan’s Hospital Past and present members of the medical and nursing staffs of St. Senan’s Hospital, Enniscorthy, joined with former and present ancillary staffs for a Mass of Thanksgiving and Remembrance in St. Senan’s Parish, The Shannon, on Wednesday night last to mark the official closure of the hospital complex after more than 160 years serving the needs of the psychiatrically ill of the region. St. Senan’s Hospital first opened for admissions in 1850 and at one time was home to over 500 patients and a staff

compliment of twice that number. The hospital was Enniscorthy’s biggest employer for close on a century until a more enlightened approach to the treatment of the mentally ill saw patient numbers greatly reduced at the facility from the early 1970s. Consequently, staff numbers also fell considerably to the point where at its final closure in recent weeks, the number of staff employed there was no more than a handful. Nevertheless, the closure of the hospital and the transfer of its remaining patients to other care

facilities throughout the region evoked mixed feelings among the attendance at last Wednesday night’s Remembrance Service in St. Senan’s Parish Church, at which Parish Administrator, Fr. John Byrne presided. St. Senan’s Church was chosen because of the close association between the hospital and parish clergy over the years. Traditionally, Priests from the House of Missions acted as Chaplains to the Hospital and when the House of Missions closed, clergy from St. Senan’s Parish continued the tradition. Of bringing

Mary Kehoe, Ann Marie Dunne, Oliver Kehoe and Margaret Fitzgerald were at the Mass of Thanksgiving.

Catching up on old times at t6he Mass of Thanksgiving for St. Senan’s Hospital were Joe Casey, Morgan Dunne, Ted Morrissey, Tony O’ Connor and Phil Harris Pics Liz Wildes

spiritual comforst to patients there. At last Wednesday night’s Mass, Fr. Byrne spoke of the long associations between the hospital and St. Senan’s Parish and of how proud he was to have been part of that association in recent years. He remarked on the professional care afforded patients by the various staffs employed at the hospital and said those who worked there and those who continue to care for the mentally ill were answering God’s call of caring for the sick and

needy. Mr. Eddie Kelly, National General Secretary of the Retired Nurses Association of Ireland and a former Assistant Chief Nursing Officer at St. Senan’s Hospital, recalled his many years on the staff of the hospital and of the many friends he made among staff and patients over the years. He remembered the many who have since passed to their eternal rewards and suggested that next year’s remembrance Mass should also include a memorial service at the hospital’s

now closed graveyard at Salville, Enniscorthy, where hundreds of former patients rest. Mr. Kelly was one of a number of former senior medical and nursing staff who attended last Wednesday night’s Mass of Thanksgiving and Remembrance, all of whom gathered afterwards for a social evening in the nearby Whitehouse Lounge Bar where memories and stories of days, times and events passed, were recalled into the early hours of Thursday morning.

Woman terrified as man smashes into home and grabs knife Drink is believed to have been behind a terrifying ordeal endured by a middle aged woman from the Coolanahorna area of Enniscorthy which occurred several days before o, details of the incident emerged into the public domain.. The woman is understood to have been in her home around 5 p.m. on the evening in question when a large window to the front of her home was smashed by a

stone. A man then proceeded to enter her home shouting threats and issuing demands in a very incoherent manner. The man was highly excited and very agitated and proceeded to ramble through the house as if looking for someone or something. Eventually he entered the kitchen where he picked up a large kitchen knife which he brandished close to the terrified woman. He then left the house and

attempted to take a car which was parked to the rear of the premises. He crashed the vehicle, however, as he tried to exit the gates of the house. The hysterical woman managed to alert neighbours with her screams and a neighbour rushed to her assistance. He confronted the young man and blows were exchanged before the man fled the scene across fields in the direction of Redmond’s Pub in Scarawalsh.

Gardai were quickly on the scene and a manhunt got underway for the young man who was said to be in his late teens or early twenties. Sometime later a man was arrested in the Scarawalsh area and taken to Enniscorthy Garda Station and detained. He was questioned about the incident and is understood to have made a statement. The man is believed to be from the Ballymurn area of Enniscorthy but Gardai are

declining to name him at this stage for operational reasons. It is underastood though not confirmed, he made have been attending a party in the Coolnahorna are at the time of the incident which has shocked the entire local community in that nothing of this nature has ever before occurred in the area. The middle aged woman, a member of a well known family, was traumatised by the incident but is understood

to have been able to assist investigating gardai by making a detailed statement about what transpired inside her home. The woman is now recovering from her ordeal and has been visited by neighbours and friends in recent days. The man questioned by Gardai investigating the dramatic incident is likely to be charged with a series of events, a Garda spokesman confirmed on Monday.

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Two lifeboat calls mark Michael’s retirement Rosslare RNLI was called out twice on Friday afternoon to help two separate boats with ropes wrapped around their propellers. The double call out came on retiring Lifeboat Operations Manager, Michael Doyle’s, last day with the Wexford lifeboat station. In the space of two hours both boats were freed by the volunteer lifeboat crew and the four crew on board were safely on their way. The first call for the lifeboat came in at 2.25pm. A six metre Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) had gotten its propeller caught in ropes and was unable to move. It was stranded 500 metres off Carne Pier and had a crew of two people on board. The lifeboat was on scene in 20 minutes and freed the vessel. While the lifeboat was returning home it received a second callout to another vessel that also had a fouled propeller. The 10 metre motor cruiser with two people on board was just outside Waterford Harbour and the lifeboat was on scene at 3.08pm. After freeing the vessel the lifeboat and cruiser were away from the scene at 3.22pm. Conditions were

described as good with clear visibility. Commenting on the callouts Rosslare RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer Jamie Ryan said, ‘Two

callouts in one afternoon is a fitting way to say goodbye to our retiring Lifeboat Operations Manager Michael Doyle. Thankfully both call outs were to vessels that had

their propellers fouled and no lives were in danger. The lifeboat is there to help anyone in trouble at sea and we were happy to provide assistance in these two cases.’

Sharon Earle & Keith Power who were married recently in Christchurch Gorey. Pic by Fran Byrnes Photography

Opera Society's AGM Wexford Light Opera Society held it's A.G.M. last Monday evening when a large turnout reviewed the very successful 2013/2014 season that included the Society winning the inaugural Carrick on Suir Music Theatre Festival last September, another popular Hits from the Musicals in the Ferrycarrig for the Festival in October , Carol Singing at Christmas for Meals on Wheels, taking part in the St. Patrick's Day Parade and winning Best Float, staging a fund raising Fashion Show and to top it all off show 2014 "Sister Act" being Sold Out before it opened receiving many plaudits and nightly standing ovations. The Society subsequently received 6 AIMS Nominations winning 3rd Place in the premier Gilbert Section and Colin Murphy winning Best Stage Manager. Chairperson Yvonne McGuire thanked the outgoing Committee and members for all their work during the year and the newly elected Committed

for 2014/2015 is Chairperson - Yvonne McGurie; Vice Chairperson - Catherine Walsh; Secretary Eric Hayes; Treasurer Joanne Kehoe; PRO - Pat Lawlor; Committee: Margaret Gurhy, Grace O'Brien, Emma Dwan. The AIMS Reps are Catherine Walsh, Marion Doyle and Colin Murphy. The Society is currently rehearsing for Carrick Music Theatre Festival 2014 to be followed by rehearsals for Hits 2014 in the Ferrycarrig during the Festival. Furthermore it hopes to be in a position to announce Show 2015 very shortly. 2015 marks the 50th Anniversary since the Society was reformed back in 1965 having disbanded for a few years in the 1950's. The Society celebrated it's centenary back in 2011.

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GER WALSH Abortion will continue to be at the centre of political stage It was inevitable that the abortion debate would be reignited again at some point as a result of the enactment of legislation to deal with the question of suicide. The only surprise is that it has come so soon into the operation of the current law. There has been a great deal of argument on both sides about the difficulties of the law and the flaws within it. Naturally the pro life side have been suggesting that the circumstances of the latest case support their original

arguments that the law does in some circumstances facilitate a liberal abortion regime. While those who always had reservations about the law on the grounds that it was too restrictive have used the current case to support their argument. In the absence of the full facts of the current case it is difficult to know which side is correct and the government would be well advised to take no action until the twelve month review date of the legislation arrives in the

middle of next y ear. However, given that the current controversy has arisen so early into the lifetime of the legislation it seems that there are going to be on going difficulties in relation to it and that problem may only be solvable by a referendum. However, framing wording for such a referendum would be extremely difficult. But there is a feeling generally that while there are some grounds in which people would support the termination of pregnancy, especially in the context of

rape and the health of the mother, they might not actually be as willing to give the nod to suicide as a grounds for termination so everyone involved in the argument will have to tread carefully on the referendum front. However, there seems little doubt that the issue will continue to be at the centre of the political agenda, regardless of how much the politicians would wish for it to be otherwise.

Now is your chance to buy a pair of Mrs Beckham’s jeans David and Victoria Beckham are not short of a few bob, I think that’s something which is not in dispute. Strange then that she should put her old clothes up for sale on the internet. At least that’s what I thought when it heard that she was having a giant Online sell off. However, to be fair to her the proceeds of the clothes are going to a good cause with rhe money raised destined for a charity that educates HIV positive mothers on how to avoid infecting their children. Mrs Beckham has placed 600 items for sale Online at TheOutnet.com, the discounted designer fashion retailer. But don’t all go rushing out at the one time if you are in search of a bargain. For example a pair of the woman’s jeans will set you back £2,000. Yes two thousand quid for a pair of second hand jeans. Well they are boot-cut, embellished and with custom

There was a time not so long ago when every stock broking firm and economist that graced the airwaves were issuing nothing only warnings about the need for the government to continue its austerity programme and to ensure that the government spending was kept tight while urging the imposition new taxes. Now it’s as if someone waved a magic wand. The stock broking types are falling over themselves to issue statements advising government to ease up on the cuts and highlighting how much head room they have to avoid any sort of tough budget this year. It is of course good to wake up in the morning to hear talk of the gloom lifting and the economic situation getting brighter. However, the danger is that this talk from the so called experts will create a false expectation among the general public that this year’s budget statement from Michael Noonan will amount to some sort of giveaway. The reality is that no matter how much growth there is, or how much matters have improved, the

only thing which can be avoided is a further round of tax increases and more cuts to public services. But you can rest assured thatn cash is not suddenly going to gush from government coffers to support expanding public services or big tax cuts. Instead there may be a modest lightening of the tax burden and a little cash may be found to support some services which have been cut back in recent years but there will be no windfall.

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Albert and the ‘closed’ lunch Elsewhere in this edition John Browne pays tribute to the late Albert Reynolds, the man who in many ways was his mentor in politics. Albert never passed up on an opportunity to visit Co. Wexford at John’s request. Even after he departed from active politics he took time out to come to the county and I particularly remember on Saturday afternoon when he delighted the attendance at the Three

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Rocks on Forth Mountain during the 1798 commemorations. Albert was in fine form that afternoon and was happy to pose for photographs with everyone who wanted them much to the delight of the attendance. But all his visits to the county were not so successful. In particular he had an unfortunate experience during his disastrous election campaign of 1992 when as

part of the campaign he visited Wexford. One of the events organised for his visit was a closed fundraising lunch with major business people in the Ferrycarrig Hotel. In the event the entire focus was on the lunch for big business and the publicity from the visit was not really what Albert or Fianna Fail desired. It was surprising that he was so badly wr0ong footed on the occasion because he

was a genuine man of the people, not the sort of guy who had a sort of made up man of the people image that other politicians have so successfully adopted. While that was a bit of a blip on his relationship with Wexford on the whole he was a great campaigner and was really well liked by the grassroots.

The Honda Gold Wing motor cycle brigade made a big impression right across Co. Wexford last week. They managed to visit many places throughout the county during their stay and it was remarkable the number of people who actually turned out to see their parade of light in Wexford town on the Saturday night. Indeed everywhere they went they attracted big crowd. Although I did hear

that their presence in the town did rather confuse the odd visitor who thought that the area was a biker’s paradise. And the really good news is that the biking visitors were really impressed, even taken aback, by the warmth of the reception n they received in the ar5ea and they took to social media to make that point. So Wexford take a well deserved bow!

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Bride Street Church has never seen anything quite like it It has often been said that a politician would do anything for publicity. By anything that usually means kissing babies turning up at the opening of an envelope and the like. But the Mayor of Wexford George Lawlor has added dropping his trousers to the list of things that he is prepared to do for publicity. Ah to be fair to the First Citizen he wasn't doing it for publicity for himself at all but in aid of a very good cause. Last Wednesday morning George joined the Wexford parish administrator, Fr. Jim

Fegan and Fr Aodhan Marken for the Ice Bucket Challenge, in aid of Motor Neuron Ireland. The attendance at ten Mass has never seen anything quite like it, the First Citizen of the town flanked by the two clergymen, all in their shorts sitting on chairs in the church grounds. But as Pat Sheridan's excellent pictures show they were formally dressed on the upper body, the Mayor even wearing his chains of Office. The Mayor was first for drenching and he took his

medicine well as did an animated Fr. Fegan. But the wily old border fox himself, Aodhan, tried his best to divert the iced water towards the Mayor. But in the end it reached its target. Several hundred euro was collected from the twenty or so onlookers who gathered for the spectacle and f you want to further help the charity just text MND to 50300 to make a €2 donation. Seeing what the trio put themselves through it's the least you could do in return.

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Another busy week trying to juggle exams and work. Strongly considering a holiday for the next 6 months to somewhere sunny at the moment!! To make it worse, Eoin’s off at Creamfields music festival while I’m writing this on an excruciating bus journey to Dublin and with some chap asleep on my shoulder. Yay! Aaaand Eoin being Eoin, he forgot to send me on an article before he left, so it’s just me this week I’m afraid. Anyways, thanks for reading!

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CONNECT WITH US! As I’ve said already a few times, Eoin is away in England. On the plus side, he promised to record all the shananagans he gets up to and put it on Snapchat over this week. So make sure to add him. And me actually, just because I’m a nice chap! Snapchat: ilovecider & adam_ennis Facebook: /adamjayennis94 & eoinhealy.9 Twitter: I_Rant_A_Lot & EtekOfficial

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Hot – 50 Cent More from the Ice Bucket Challenges: Rapper 50 Cent wasn’t too keen on the whole water idea, so he thought of his own challenge! He challenged boxing sensation Flloyd Mayweather to read a full page of a Harry Potter book without making any mistakes. If Floyd succeeds, 50 Cent has promised to donate 750,000 dollars to whatever charity Mayweather wishes! Either 50 Cent is ridiculously Not – Eoin Healy This is as well-deserved as anyone else would be! That’ll teach him for not giving me notice that he wouldn’t have any

stories done and leaving me do it all by my lonesome! And because we need a “Not” spot and everyone was pretty sound this week! :)

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When there’s free seats left on the bus and some chap insists of sitting beside you. This has literally just happened to me! Grr!! Buses in general. When you see someone you know up ahead and you make eye contact with them. So, to avoid looking at them for the next minute you take out your phone or just look away and as they come closer you pretend like you only just saw them… but you both know! Being too hot in bed. Dodgy phone chargers that only work if you hold the cable a certain way. The way rashers shrink when you cook them Having to pre-heat the oven to cook something when you’re hungry, which takes forever! People who tag their friends in a status on Facebook with something they easily could have just told them in a private chat The fact that there’s nowhere to get a burrito in Wexford! Eoin for not doing this paper!

TUNE OF THE WEEK rich, or Floyd Mayweather is the worst reader ever! Whatever it is, I can’t wait to see what happens!

Calvin Harris – Cuba This track is going to be huge – it’s just a matter of time! I’ll give it a few months before it’s on every radio station across the country…. Even LyricFM! Me likey! Go have a listen, so when it gets big you can tell everyone you knew it ages ago! :P

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Success for ALS If you haven’t heard of the ASL Ice Bucket Challenge, you’re either not on Facebook or you’ve been living under a rock for the last week. I’ll take a minute to explain though! Similarly to how the “No Make-Up Selfie” raised money and awareness for Cancer, the Ice Bucket Challenge is doing its part for ALS. How does it work? Basically you throw a bucket of ice/water over yourself, post the video on Facebook and nominate a few friends to do it too. They then, have 24 hours to follow

suit. The whole campaign has gone world-wide with Opera Winfrey and Bill Gates being among some of the big names to have taken part. Tens of millions of dollars has been donated to the ASL foundation, so.. mission accomplished! A lot of people are saying the whole idea is pointless if you don’t donate. I disagree, but that’s just a matter of opinion. The objective was to bring ALS to the forefront of news rather than leaving it in the background with no body knowing what it is,

how it affects you, if it can be cured etc. I couldn’t support the whole thing enough! At the same time, I am feeling the need to urge people to educate themselves before taking the challenge just for the sake of it. It’s nearly turning into a water challenge as opposed to the ALS challenge for some people! There’s no point trying to be the one to raise awareness for something if you’re not aware what it is yourself, if that makes sense?! Most people I’ve seen doing the

challenge, I’ve no doubt, had no idea what ALS (or MND,

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as we call it over here) was before all of this. Which, by the way, is completely understandable – the vast majority will never be affected or even come into contact with ALS throughout their life. I still think it’s crucial to look into the illness before just throwing water on yourself because you got nominated though! To anyone who took the

challenge trying to spread the message, well done! Again, it’s another example of how social media can be used as medium for making a positive difference! I’ve been nominated twice so far, but with being in Dublin and all that, I haven’t got around to it yet. Hopefully by the time you’re reading this there will already be one on my page! For anyone who wants to make a donation, they can text MND to 50300 which will take €2 out of your credit and donate it to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association.

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Remembrance ceremony on banks of river Slaney There were moving scenes on the banks of the river Slaney in Enniscorthy last week when a group came together to remember those who have lost their lives by suicide. The special event was organised by local woman Kay Quinn and the Touched by Suicide Group. It was a quiet, dignified and touching ceremony on the banks of the river which in the past has witnessed so many searches for people who have been lost through suicide. Among the attendance

were members of the Slaney Search and Rescue group which has been involved in many of those searches over the years. During the service members of the Search and rescue Group placed a wreath on the river in memory of all those who have died in the river Slaney.

Members of Slaney Search & Rescue placed a wreath in the river in memory of all who died.

Michaela Flynn, Colette Nolan & Katelyn Flynn attended the Remembrance Ceremony

Drama Group prepare for ‘Cuckoo’s Nest’ Local drama group the Rasper Players are currently in the depths of rehearsals for their forthcoming production of "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest", which will be presented in Gorey Little Theatre from Wednesday 3rd to Saturday 6th of September. Last year the group produced the very popular "Calendar Girls", which had an extended run due to a demand for tickets, and this years production promises to be equally as exciting and energetic. Based on the classic film, which shot to fame during the 1970's, and staring Jack Nicholson in the lead role of Mc Murphy has been adapted for the stage by American playwright Dale Wasserman. Spokesperson for the group Stephen Acton reckoned it is one of the most challenging productions that we have

undertaken since our establishment in 2011. Primarily due to the vast scale of production value's combined with the large cast of 20 actors. Set in an American Psychiatric Hospital the play tells the story of a group of patients, all of whom are male and all of whom have their own unique characteristics and traits. The play follows the journey that the men undertake during one week, this is the seven days that R.P Mc Murphy, a transfer from a work farm, has given himself to prove to both himself and his new friends that he can get the better of the one and only Nurse Ratched... A bet is a bet! Taking on the role of the gambling fool Randle P. Mc Murphy is local actor Stephen Acton, while the harsh and mechanical

Nurse Rached will be played by Katie May Byrne. Big Chief Bromden will be played by Angus Laverty. Taking on the roles of the patients will be; Eamonn O'Shiel, Evan May, David Cox, Brian Ennis, Oisin Walsh, John Redmond, Richard Lister, Pat Burke Walsh and Barry Gormley. While in full charge will be Syd Flood, Jenny Wright, Kathy Ann Murphy, Miriam Murphy Marian O'Regan and Lucinda Nolan. The two famous party girls Candy Star and Sandra will be played by Gillian Tallon and Paula Acton. The show runs for four nights at Gorey Little Theatre, from Wed 3rd to Sat 6th of September. Tickets are already selling fast, so you are advised to call the booking line on 0873345465 to secure your seat.

Committee Members of Touched By Suicide Group Lt to right, Catherine Quinn, Lily Kearney, Sheila Mythen, Catherine Cosgrave, Michael O'Neill, Denise Hewitt, Cllr John O'Rourke, Breda Moorehouse and Breda Quinn. Pics by Liz Wildes

Enjoying the Naomh Eanna Field Day

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Why after all the years Courtown is still as popular as ever by Luke Kennedy

Courtown has been one of Co. Wexford mahjor trourisxt resorts for years and despite massive changes over the decades it is still as popular as ever with visitors. Luke Kennedy has been to Courtown to discover its secret. It only takes a day’s visit to see Courtown has much to offer the average tourist. From natural attractions such as the beach and the woodland walks, to more manmade ones such as Pirates Cove and Courtown Adventure and Leisure Centre, there is a wide range of activities. I took two relatives from Dublin, my granny and my uncle, to see the sights and enjoy the atmosphere. They had only been to Courtown once before, so it was a great novelty for them. They noted the relaxed, easy going vibe Courtown seems to possess. While we were there, we met Joe Byrne outside his fishing shop, and had a friendly chat. My Uncle comes from Cornwall every year to go fishing in Joe’s boat. Courtown is perfect for children, from the Seal Sanctuary to the Amusements to the beach, and that’s why you see a lot of families there, because there is something for every age group. This is the reason why in the past few decades, a lot of people have come down from Dublin and set up holiday homes there.

One attraction in Courtown that will especially appeal to a kid’s sense of imagination is the replica pirate ship. The sea being so close by to this “ship” adds to the illusion.

The Courtown Seal Rescue Centre is run by a non-profit organisation, to provide a sanctuary for seals. They rescue grey and common seals off the coast of Ireland and release them back to the wild. Its open 10am to 6pm on any given day, and it only costs twelve euro for an entire family to spend the day there. If the beach or arcade are a bit too tame for your tastes, there is always rollercoaster’s and theme parks in Courtown, to satisfy any thrill seeker. If your personal taste in entertainment are a bit more leisurely then that,

there are two different mini golf courses in Courtown, one in Pirates cove, and one beside the car park called “Crazy Golf”. Pirates Cove is where my youth club used to go, years ago, whenever we saved up enough money and decided we’d spend the club funds on a trip. It was a yearly event, and we would get a bus to go down to Courtown. While we were there we would usually go bowling and play crazy golf, it was usually pretty fun. I wasn’t the best at golf though, I’d usually go several shots over par and lose the golf ball in the process. People also come to Courtown for sailing and fishing. Teenagers will prefer the rollercoaster’s near Pirates Cove, whereas smaller children may prefer the more sedate trains and amusements right beside the arcade, in the heart of Courtown. No visit is complete without trying a ninety nine from the ice cream kiosk there. You won’t go hungry in Courtown as there are plenty of restaurants and take-aways. In my opinion, the best chips are from The Dinky. It has been there for decades, in fact my dad had one of his first jobs there when he was fifteen years old. While he was working there in the 70s, a woman came in and said he was too young to be working there, as his head barely fitted over the counter. Another aspect of Courtown that has changed since the 70s showband era is the nightlife. You can have a quiet pint in the Taravie

Hotel or Courtown Hotel. Things are quieter since the redevelopment of the Beacon Nightclub into an apartment block. Courtown has always had something to offer tourists that many other places in the southeast don’t, this even applies when you go back to the 60s and 70s, when people from all across Wexford would go to Courtown to see the showbands in Courtown’s dance hall. My Dad recalls Marianne Faithful singing in the Tara

might make it seem like its only for water lovers, but there are other types of activities too, for the

Ballroom, (which no longer exists), in her bare feet and clearly under the influence. All the sailing and swimming in Courtown

landlubbers among us such as bowling in Pirates Cove and laser tag, archery, and orienteering in Courtown adventure and leisure

centre. For those more interested in nature, there are attractions such as the cliff walk, which can be found near the post office. There is also Courtown Woods with many different walkways to go through it, where you can take a picnic. There is a huge free car park which is very convenient for tourists. Best of all, there is the classic, ever reliable Courtown Beach to a visit. It is perfect for children as it is a blue flag beach, and lifeguard protected. It can be said that Courtown has something for everyone, as there is a very wide range of activities, especially for a relatively small town. It is this diversity that keeps people coming back to the resort particularly during the summer months. It is Courtowns mix of the natural and the man made, the new and the old, that gives it its unique flavour, the one that differentiates it from any other sea-side town you could care to name. This is the main reason so many Dubliners decide to make a temporary home while on holiday. it has proved to be an attraction for tourists, year after year, and will continue to do so, in the future.

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Fashion Show fundraiser for CBS students’ Africa project A group of students from CBS in Wexford town are currently involved in a yearlong fundraising campaign to raise cash for a community in Kabwe, Zambia, Africa. The students are going to visit the area in June of next year and in the meantime they will be organising a range of projects to raise funds. Among them was a very successful

fashion show and entertainment night in White’s of Wexford last week. In the past groups from the Wexford school have visited Kabwe where they helped in a hospital, visited local schools, taught and interacted with local children. The current aim is to raise funds for a drop in centre and a school called Sables to cater

for the street children of the area. The want to purchase equipment for the centre and to improve facilities. Conor Larkin and Adam Barnes were behind the big fashion show fundraising event and they will be travelling to Africa next year with an Irish charity called ‘Zamda Ireland. This charity is dedicated to providing direct and effective

aid to a number of projects in and around the city of Kabwe, Zambia. Their main priority is supporting ‘Sables’, a centre for Kabwe’s street children. But as they proved last week raising funds for a very worthy cause can be a lot of fun and there was great support for the fashion show and entertainment evening.

Emma Nolan wearing a distinguished long dress as she paraded on the catwalk in Whites hotel

Kieran Flynn struts his stuff on the catwalk in Whites hotel. Photos by Pat Sheridan

Adam Ennis in casual attaire at the fashion show in Whites hotel

Jane Corish seemed well used to the limelight at the fashion show in Whites hotel

Niamh Meyler, Bláthnaid Howell, Leah Cassidy, Margaret Howell. Enjoying the Fashion Show in Whites Hotel

Katie Kehoe, Noeleen Casey, May Roche admiring the style at the Fashion show in Whites Hotel

Madge Nolan, Dee Furlong, Aine Casey admiring the talent at the fashion show in Whites hotel.

Rebeca Starvar, Luke Martin, Kyle Walsh, Hannah Starvar in the company of Mickey and Minnie at the fashion show in Whites hotel

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RTE star to host Love Fashion Love Wexford show Popular RTE star Blathnaid Ni Chofaigh has been announced as the host of the third annual Love Fashion Love Wexford (LFLW) charity event in aid of local counselling charity, It's Good 2 Talk. For the first time, this fabulous event will take place in the iconic County Hall building and, with just one show, at 7pm on Saturday September 20th, tickets are expected to fly out the door. Blathnaid is thrilled to be coming back to the southeast: "I was here earlier in the summer sampling the most sensational strawberries ever for Mooney on Radio One. And to be back celebrating more local business in the form of the country's flair for fashion is brilliant. "I love that the Irish fashion industry is not all about who's being dressed to impress at social settings in the capital. Instead the industry is about the passion of real people who aren't afraid to make a sartorial

statement about their style. And Wexford's booming boutiques are testament to that fact. "And as if the lure of showcasing the style from southeast wasn't enough, I am really looking forward to the Wexford GAA lads ditching their sports kit to get suited and booted on the night as well. And after my stint on the sidelines for Celebrity Bainisteoir, I have every intention of making sure they strut their stuff in style at the show. And who knows maybe there's a Wexford lad who can bend it like Beckham on the catwalk!" Last year, Lee Chin, Garrett Sinnott and

Brian Malone were the brave (some would say lucky!) souls who accompanied Ireland's top models down the catwalk, and an announcement on those participating this year is imminent. Stay tuned to the LFLW Facebook page and Twitter for more! The event will showcase fashions from 21 top Wexford boutiques including Ruby Rouge, Westgate Design, Tempted, Vintage Belle and many more, as well as the sumptuous designs of coutrier Umit Kutluk. As always, guests will be spoiled and treated to bubbly and strawberries on arrival as well as great discounts from shops and exhibitors and a two-night break in any Talbot Hotel for the bestdressed lady - or gent! - on the night.

On the unique venue, county manager Tom Enright said: "Wexford County Council is delighted to make County Hall available for this event as this aligns with the council's objective to open up this important public building to the people of Wexford outside normal business hours. "This is one of a number of initiatives that the Council and Wexford Chamber are working closely on together to promote business in Wexford." Tickets for the event are 20 euro and are available online from www.wexfordchamber.ie and from Westgate Design and, with just one show this year, are expected to sell like hot cakes.

‘Elvis’ a big hit in Concern over delay in the Amber Springs flood relief work The delay in any formal

Kicking off our North Wexford weekly entertainment pick of the week The Chronicle visited the Amber Springs Hotel on Friday to hear well- known local singer Cathal Byrne. The Amber Springs is a stylish four star hotel in the heart of Gorey that is popular with visitors and locals alike. On the night the duty manager Niall O Gorman was keen to report that entertainment will continue every weekend over the coming months. He also assured us that although the summer season was drawing to a close there will be no let up on the festivities. There will of course be a return of the hugely popular Halloween and Santa train in the run up to the Christmas season along with many other exciting events taking place. We spoke to a number of locals on the night from Gorey who had come to the Amber Springs especially to see Cathal perform. They were warm in their praise both for his exceptional talent and delighted for an opportunity to see him live in such a relaxed atmosphere. They did express some disappointment however that there had not been more local promotion of the night as they felt it would have greatly increased the numbers given Cathal’s massive popularity in the town. Cathal Byrne is a local man

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added. He is to open dialogue with Mr. Hore in the coming days in a determined bid to ascertain the exact position regarding the Programme and to establish if, And when, work is likely to commence. Councillor Browne is also anxious to view the detailed plans regarding what is proposed in order to alleviate flooding in Enniscorthy during Winter storms. He would hate to think the programme consists of little more than flood barriers on either side of the river which would, in effect, serve only to divide the town even further. Councillor Browne would love to see a river amenity programme included in the proposed works which would, when completed, develop the Slaney to its full potential. Saying much could be done to enhance public use of the Slaney if it was developed, Councillor Browne was of the view a lot of tourist interest could be generated if leisure sports were provided on the Slaney South of Rafter Bridge. The potential is there, he said, and it would be a grave mistake to ignore that potential when constructing the Town’s Flood Relief Programme, added Councillor Browne.

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LARRY O’GORMAN The man who gets Behind the Sports Headlines

Wexford showed great spirit to book All Ireland place what a fitting end to a great year for Wexford hurling. I know we haven’t won anything and the seniors journey ended on a rather disappointing note in the end, but the fact is that it has been one of the most exciting years for Wexford hurling in a long number of years and it is only fitting that it should end with an

appearance in an All Ireland Final. And that’s where we are after now with only Clare between us and some Silverwear. Our lads beat Galway in a entertaining semi-final in Thurles.last Saturday evening. The game itself was close throughout where both Wexford and Galway battled hard and gave it their all.

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Galway got off to a Galway seemed to be great start after the break that little bit sharper and lead by four points early in the game, but after ten minutes and the when Wexford got up game seemed to be going with the speed of the game Jack Guiney, Liam away from Wexford. But the spirit of the Wexford Ryan and Conor boys shone through and Macdonald started to show leadership while on they battled their way back with the Galway Guiney,Ryan side Padraic Nolan and Brehony Foley and leading the Jonathan way for our Glynn were boys. driving Wexford there boys now began to on. take control The first whereas half was Galway lost close with their shape Padraic and found it Brehony difficult to getting cope with the most of pressure that their scores was on them. while on With minutes the remaining Wexford Wexford side Jack showed that Guiney, Jack O’Connor they wanted Garry it more and Moore and Macdonald getting some went to win by 2 points in the end. well taken points but The victory was well then on the 26 minute deserved and we now Jack Guiney got in for a face Clare in the final. great goal and set Overall the hurling was Wexford up nicely for poor at times from both the second half. That goal was crucial because sides and there were , big questions about some of Galway were beginning to get the upper hand as half time approached.

Senior champions to be clearer after these games We are getting close to the home run in the Co. Senior Championship and everything will be decided when the round 5 games are complete..Here’s how I see them going: Oulart The Ballagh v Rathnure: both have qualified but I fancy oulart to win. St Anne's v Shelmaliers: both also have qualified but I fancy st Anne's to win Buffers alley v Cloughbawn: whoever wins this one will go through and I fancy the Alley. Harriers v Glynn Barntown: Glynn need to win to make sure that they

go through. We know the Harriers are in relegation but I think they can win this battle. St Martins v Adamstown: both teams are in trouble. If Adamstown win they stay up but I fancy St Martins to come through in the end after a though battle. Ferns v Rapparees: these two have also qualified. Hard one to call but I will go with Ferns to win. The whole picture will be much clearer after this weekend’s matches,. so let's hope that the games coming up this round will provide plenty of excitement and entertainment. They

Camogie girls can do it Well done to the camogie team also it looked at times that the game was going away form them but they battled all the way to the end and got a draw from the match. However, they know they got out of jail and also know that they will need to play for the full game if they are to succeed in the replay. However,t these girls have been around for a long time and most of all they know how to win.so good luck next week girls in the replay (you can if you believe).

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the referring disicions which were also poor at times. Wexfol will need to improve if they have any chance of stopping Clare from getting there 3 u21s in a row. But that is for another day. Well done for now boys on your achievement so far. The attendance of 6,853 was a good turnout and well done to all those who made the journey.

By the way folks still no news form the Queen I wounder if it’s true what I heard. A man told me he was in London and saw Brian Cody was seen visiting her. we just have to wait and see. cheers (brother).

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Sport Sideline Rule a Mistake

Ladies Reach All Ireland Final Again Our ladies footballers defeated Louth last Sunday in Ashbourne to reach the All Ireland final for the second year in a row. They were fortunate to be a point ahead at half time (14 to 0-6) after playing quite poorly in the first half but improved considerably in the second period to win on a final score of 2-9 to 0-10. They will meet New York in the decider, who had a big win over Derry in the other semi- final scoring 512 to 1-5 for the Oak Leaf county. So there is no doubt that the exiles will provide very tough opposition in the final and Wexford will have to be at their very best to ensure that they are playing in the Intermediate grade next year. The final will take place in Croke Park at the end of September. Best wishes are extended to Wexford forward Fiona Bennett who missed the Louth game and will be out for the rest of the year due to a cruciate knee injury. Fiona will be badly missed as she is a prolific scoring forward and very best wishes are extended to her for a complete recovery. Much has been said in the media recently on the subject of

women’s sport, some of which was tongue in cheek discriminatory and demeaning, but perhaps this was an attitude born of insecurity and a reflection of how women’s sport was viewed in the past. Much progress has been made in this area, but the recent articles, while highlighting the issue only serve to show there is much more to be done. The GAA ladies train just as hard as the men and are just as dedicated, so it is disappointing to see them playing in near empty venues. Perhaps with a little more planning and collaboration between organisers, ladies games could be played on the same programme as men. For generations now women have been the mainstay of the GAA, washing the gear, making the sandwiches, chauffeuring underage players to training and matches, supporting on the line and often keeping the home fires burning in terms of additional housekeeping and childminding while the male stars attend endless training sessions and matches. Only lately are they coming into their own as players, and

it’s important to young girls especially to know that they can be stars in their own right and will receive the same support and accolades in doing so as their brothers. The US is making strides in the area of sports equality with its 1972 Title IX amendment to the Higher Education Act which basically ensures equal facilities and access to sport across the higher education system. The Women’s Sports Foundation was set up by Billie Jean King two years later and is now a powerful education and advocacy organisation. Its research shows the importance to society of women’s full participation in sport:

"Schoolgirls who play sports are less likely to be involved in an unintended pregnancy; more likely to get better grades in schools and more likely to graduate than girls who do not play sports. Girls and women who play sports have higher levels of confidence and selfesteem and lower levels of depression. Girls and women who play sports have a more positive self-image and experience higher states of psychological well-being than girls and women who do not." Isn’t it time to ditch the sexist innuendo and half hearted support and really start playing fair to our sisters and daughters in the GAA?

It seems a pity that it was necessary to introduce a rule for those taking sideline kicks in football that they had to be outside the line when kicking the ball. The reality is that in many GAA grounds there simply is not enough room to get a proper run-up with the result that many players are now electing to play the ball short if they are within scoring range and maybe hoping to get the return rather than attempting to go for a point themselves. One could understand why the rule was tightened up for frees within the field of play as certain free takers were stealing a number of yards to make a better angle for themselves before they took their frees but I really don’t think it was necessary to introduce a new rule for sideline kicks as it just has discouraged a great skill. Who will ever forget

Maurice Fitzgerald’s sublime sideline kick to level the game against Dublin in Thurles back at the turn of the century? I know frees from the hand were brought in to help speed up the game and that is laudable in itself but I think for sideline kicks players should have been given the option of kicking them off the ground and perhaps two points awarded if they scored from them. I can recall many brilliant exponents of the sideline kick from the ground over the years players such as Kerry’s Donie O’Sullivan, Offaly’s Tony McTeague, Cyril Dunne from Galway, Peter McGinnity from Fermanagh, Larry Tompkins from Kildare and Cork and Meath’s Brian Stafford. Watching these players and others scoring very difficult sideline kicks was a great spectacle.

All County League Division One Finals. The All County Division One League finals were held in Wexford Park last Sunday with Ferns beating Oulart in a thrilling encounter in the hurling final while that game was preceded by the football final clash between Adamstown and Shelmaliers with the latter coming out on top in a closely fought game by 1-12 to 19. The New Ross district side led by four points at the interval and increased their lead to five soon after the resumption and looked

to be in a strong position to push on for victory but a Shels goal from a penalty soon afterwards changed the complexion of the game and the Wexford district side upped their game considerably after that to emerge victorious. It was hard luck on a gallant Adamstown team who started the game without a number of key players but who will now have to focus their minds on a forthcoming relegation battle.

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Gorey Business on Ice It seems most good ideas are simple as is with the case of the new Ice Bucket Challenge awareness campaign. This latest social media craze involves some very brave participants, a freezing bucket of ice water, a video challenging others to participate and a request for donations of 2euro by text to 50300 for Motor Neuron Disease. It is not the first viral campaign for charity to have the cyber world in an altruistic frenzy. In March of this year in one day alone the No Make-up Selfie online campaign raised a phenomenal 200k for Cancer

Research in Ireland. It is heartening indeed to see the undeniable power of social media used for more worthy cause than an ever streaming flood of self –promotion and arguably more beneficial to us all than the latest mobile photo bombardment of the daily lunch sandwich. In Gorey, this week the business community became part of this latest social media success story when they began their ‘Business Ice Bucket challenge’. This was jumpstarted on Friday last by Jamie Rath of Innovate,, Ireland’s premium IT Service Partner, who deliver end-to-

end IT, Managed Connectivity and Cloud Services and operate out of Knockmullen Retail Park. Jamie told The Chronicle he felt ‘it was about time the business community go on board to raise money for MND and they were eager to encourage others to do the same’. Jamie and his team then challenged and were accepted in turn by Voice Grid a successful business phone system company also in Knockmullen. It was a fun afternoon resulting in some enthusiastic soaked employees, many, many hilarious video out takes and laughter all round. The

The Innovate team who took part in the Business Ice Bucket Challenge

gauntlet has now been thrown down by Voice Grid to Eco Pizzeria, and Ruby Rouge who are next to accept the challenge. To keep up to date pick up your latest edition of The Chronicle as we continue to keep our readers entertained with news and snaps from the Gorey Business Ice Bucket Challenge. Don’t forget to donate text MND to 50300 or donate online at http://imnda.ie/getinvolved/donate/donateonlin e/#BusinessIceBucketChallen ge #Icebucketchallenge #IMNDA Joe O Brien of Innovate taking part in the Business Ice Bucket Challenge

The Voice Grid team who took part in the Business Ice Bucket Challenge