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comment This coming weekend will certainly be an exciting one in Enniscorthy with the Rockin’ Food Festival in full swing from 4th to 6th August. With so much going on it could easily be forgotten that another welcome event will be taking place on The Promenade this Friday evening (4th August) at 6pm as the popular Enniscorthy Playground reopens following major refurbishment. All are welcome to attend.

The €80,000 refurbishment contract was completed by Wexford-based company Crawford Group. The Department of Children & Youth Affairs provided a grant of €20,000, while Wexford County Council invested the balance of €60,000 in the project.

New state-of-the-art attractions in the playground include a central play unit with the Play-Odyssey Senior Tower with “Gun Powder Store” at top level, 2 tunnel double poly slides and many other fun features which will offer children plenty of play value. Specialist sensory and special needs equipment are also included, including eco-tube chimes, an inclusive and fully accessible multi-user wheelchair roundabout and a wheelchairaccessible swing, in addition to a number of other play pieces.

Chairman of Enniscorthy Municipal District, Cllr Keith Doyle, has added his congratulations to those involved in the project. “This destination playground is a fantastic amenity for local people to enjoy. It will also help to attract visitors to our beautiful town from Co. Wexford and further afield.”

– Frank Corcoran

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chARIty dAy At dAnny’s The Charity Cuts Day at Danny's Barbers, Church Street, Enniscorthy, on Sunday 6th August is in aid of the Hope Cancer Service. Noel and his crew from The Cutthroat Club will be on hand as usual,

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Hope & Dream 2017 raises over €160,000 hats off to everyone who participated, sponsored, organised, volunteered and helped in any way to make this year’s hope & dream 10 a huge success with over €160,000 raised – a staggering total and a new record for this amazing, annual event.

Enniscorthy Credit Union provided the venue for the formal announcement and the presentation of the proceeds which were split equally between two great and deserving services – the Hope Cancer Support Centre and County Wexford Hospice Homecare.

Our photos (kindly provided

by David Butler) show the organisers and the two recipient charities receiving their cheques.

Next year’s split has been decided and it will be 50% to Hope Cancer Support Centre, 25% to Wexford Hospice Homecare and 25% for MRI fundraising for Wexford

General Hospital.

Next year’s Hope & Dream 10 will be held on Sunday, April 8th, 2018. We look forward to it being another huge success. n

Sugar and Spice in Bunclody presenting Michael Jordan of the Hope Cancer Support Centre with the proceeds (€1,157) of their coffee morning held on April 7th for Hope & Dream.

Hope Cancer Support Centre and Enniscorthy Credit Union representatives at the presentation of the proceeds from this year’s Hope & Dream event. Pic: David Butler.

Among those at the cheque presentation event were representatives of the Hope Centre and the partners in Eugene T. Doyle & Co who provide auditing services free of charge for the Hope & Dream 10. Pic: David Butler.

enniscorthy Historical re-enactment Society were invited once again to be part of a weekend of re-enactment and living History at the famous Bunratty castle and Folk Park. eHrS joined re-enactors from cork, mayo and limerick to create a sense of the 1798 rebellion for thousands of visitors at the internationally renowned historical heritage site. the clare air reverberated with the sounds of musket,

sword and pike as united irishmen, ably assisted by French allies took on the might of the crown Forces in another hurrah for eire Go Bragh, which was the cry on the lips of the many thousand of spectators of all nationalities visiting Bunratty over the weekend. another success for manager marie Brennan and organiser con Sullivan and well done to both for bringing a major episode in irish history to life in the Banner county and full credit

Co. Wexford Hospice Homecare representatives with their cheque at the presentation of the proceeds from this year’s Hope & Dream event. Pic: David Butler.

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to ray murphy and his team of re-enactors for taking Wexford's proud history westward. a most enjoyable and uplifting event with the majority of those watching sympathetic to the rebel cause and clambering to be photographed with the Wexford Pike.

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Rockers, Food & Re-enactors As the 8th Rock'n'Roll Festival approaches, the local s.E. RnR committee has been reviewing the many wonderful developments over the past eight years, particularly the partnership with the taste of Enniscorthy in 2014, which led to the relabelling of the Festival to Rockin' Food in 2015, and resulted in the introduction of o'connell Marketing, so ably led by Jean o'connell, who with her team and in partnership with Enniscorthy chamber, Wexford county council, s.E. RnR club and Enniscorthy historical Re-enactment society have taken the August bank holiday Festival to amazing new heights…

“A review of the local, national and international bands and artists who were hosted

by S.E. RnR Club over the past 10 years or more reminds us of such great acts as: Wildfire Wilie (Swe), Charlie Hightone and The Rockits (Esp), Livestock Davies (Wales),

A happy memory from the first Rockin’ Food Fest in 2015: Dermot Ryan, Anthony Tinney and Sean Foley.

Wexford's very own – The Backbeats, Killer Dillers (Wales), Riley and The Moonrockers (Irl), The Jets (UK), The Barnshakers (Fin), Tom Cat and the Zodiacs (Irl). And who will ever forget the antics of the great and youthful Spoony

Boys from France who wowed the Market Square in '16.

“We welcome the return of some of the above this August B a n k H o l i d a y t o ro c k Enniscorthy. This year they are joined by Pat Cappoci (Aus), Ruby Dee and The

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Snakehandlers (U.S.), Kav Kavanagh (London), when the Festival will host over 20 indoor and outdoor gigs.

“Visitors to Enniscorthy over the weekend of Aug 4th to 7th will experience a traffic-free town centre, Market Square with its stage and dance floor will be surrounded by dozens of food and craft stalls, along with Living History stands at Enniscorthy Castle and many areas of family fun.

“Two new innovations to be enjoyed on the RnR Stage and Dance Floor this year will be the Rock 'n' Roll Wedding (Sat 5th) and the Final of the Jive Competition (Sun 6th).

“And do not forget the Buddy Holly Musical in The Presentation Centre.

“What a weekend we have in store as Enniscorthy enjoys the culmination of a lot of hard work, a lot of fun and and so much positive co-operation and creativity.

“Go Scorthy – let’s Rock ‘n’ Roll!” n

Dates For Your Diary: atHenaeum noStalGic exHiBition: Enniscorthy Athenaeum wishes to extend an Open Invitation to all to come in and view its nostalgic collection of photographs from the past on Sunday 13th August following the annual St. Mary`s Patron.

With many families coming together and many visitors home for the Patron, the Athenaeum Directors and newly-appointed Event Management Committee feel that the beautiful building at the heart of the town is the perfect forum for people to gather and reminisce as they browse the Athenaeum’s Photographic Archive.

Teas and coffees will be served and all are welcome. Do come along, you may find many familiar faces of mothers, fathers, aunts, uncles, brothers, sisters, neighbours and friends or simply well-known Enniscorthy people among the treasured snaps.

Bank Holiday re-enactment: Once again the streets of Enniscorthy will reverberate with the sound of musket, the clash of pike and the heady scent of gun-powder as Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment Society along with friends from Monasterevin, Kilkenny, Ashbourne and Mayo re-create some of the battle scenes from the 1798 Rebellion for this year’s Rockin’ Food Fest.

Redcoat and Rebel will come face to face one more time in the shadow of Vinegar Hill on Sunday 6th August at 12 noon. And whilst re-writing history is not an option, you can expect the Rebels to fight the good fight and give the Crown Forces a jolly good thrashing or should that be a jolly good walloping as it all takes place at Henry Wallop’s Enniscorthy Castle.

This event promises to be one of the highlights of the weekend and indeed a photographer’s dream – full of colour, pageantry and a lotta, lotta noise. Don’t miss it.

On Saturday 5th August, EHRS will provide a Living History Display at Enniscorthy Castle for the history buffs and all those interested in hearing what it was like in Enniscorthy in 1798. Please call in and see us.

– Maria Nolan

Marathon man Shane in Enniscorthy

Above: Marathon man Shane Finn with supporters in Enniscorthy’s Market Square.

Right: Enniscorthy Municipal District Manager, Liz Hore (left) welcomes Shane to Enniscorthy with Bernie Flood, Vice-Chair of Wexford Branch, Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Ireland.

A young kerry man, shane Finn, has recently completed an incredible 24 marathons in 24 days. As part of this hectic running schedule shane arrived in Enniscorthy on 6th July on his way from Arklow. shane’s fundraising efforts resulted in over €100,000 being raised for spina bifida hydrocephalus Ireland.

Shane received a hero’s welcome in Enniscorthy as he was met by supporters, Council officials and District Councillors.

And as part of his stopover local children got to showcase their sports exercise in their wheelchairs in the Market Square. n

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L-R: Niall Reck (Friends of Wexford General Hospital), Madeleine Quirke (Friends), Jim Mullett (AirconMech), Patricia Hackett (WGH), Naomi Byrne (AirconMech), Ciaran Sheridan (Friends) and Eleanor Carpenter (WGH).

AirconMech raises over €5k for ‘Wexford MRI Now’ As part of Enniscorthy-based AirconMech’s wellness programme, a 5k event took place on 14th May to promote positive wellbeing and mindfulness in the workplace. getting fit and healthy was all the sweeter when the benefits of the hard work went to a very worthwhile cause. All of the funds raised via registration and the generosity of the sponsors went towards the purchase of a new MRI scanner for Wexford general hospital.

EHRS – Remembering Fr. Murphy on 1st July members of Enniscorthy historical Reenactment society (EhRs) travelled to tullow to commemorate the 219th anniversary of the death of Fr. Murphy.

After the battle of Vinegar Hill and still expecting help from France, Fr. Murphy and about 3,000 men escaped the wrath of General Lake who had ordered his force of 20,000 highly skilled and well equipped soldiers to take no prisoners and shoot every wounded rebel captured.

Fr. Murphy and his band marched eighty miles in three

days in the hottest summer of the century and on 24th June they captured Castlecomer, Co. Kilkenny, expecting rebels from the area to join with them.

But apart from a few miners, who later deserted, there were no rebels to help them.

With Wexford beaten and no support available outside the county Fr. Murphy decided to return’home to Wexford to meet our fate’.

On the way back he was captured with a companion, James Gallagher, on 2nd July 1798 and taken to General Duff’s headquarters at Tullow

Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment Society at the Fr. Murphy Monument, Market Square, Tullow. Pic: Maria Nolan.

where they were both tried, found guilty of being rebels, and sentenced to death. Both men were hanged at Market Square, Tullow, and Yoemen decapitated Fr. Murphy, placed his head on a spike and burned his body in a barrel of pitch.

This year Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment member Richard O`Sullivan laid a wreath of purple and gold on the Fr. Murphy Monument at M a r k e t S q u a r e , Tu l l o w.

Chairman Ray Murphy read an account of the death of the f a m o u s p r i e s t a n d Ti m Corrigan gave a moving ren-

dition of the Wexford anthem Boolavogue.

The short ceremony was watched by a group of visiting tourists from Manchester, who were being hosted by Tullow R u g b y C l u b . T h e y w e re enthralled by the 1798 outfits and pikes and interested in hearing the story of Fr. Murphy and the Rebellion and took lots of photographs with members of EHRS and with the pikes.

All good for Enniscorthy tourism as they have promised to take in Vinegar Hill on their next trip to Tullow.

– Maria Nolan

The event was a huge success with approximately 300 people participating. None of this would have been possible without the help of: Enniscorthy & District Chamber of Commerce, Wexford County Council, Order of Malta, Slaney Athletics, An Garda Siochana, Kilcannon Garden Centre, Enniscorthy Farmers Mart, Newline Oil and Tom Dempsey who was MC for the event.

The organisers would like to acknowledge the major role

played by the various sponsors in supporting the event and would like to thank each and every one of them. And they would also like to thank everyone who volunteered, participated or contributed in any way to making the AirconMech 5k event a huge success.

AirconMech is delighted to have presented a cheque for €5,184 to Friends of Wexford General Hospital towards the purchase of a MRI scanner for the hospital. n

enniScortHy tidy toWn aSSociation The Annual Tidy Town Competition will be held as usual this year. The categories are Gardens, Shop Fronts, Window Boxes & Hanging Baskets, Public Buildings, Most Improved Premises, Industrial Premises, Tidiest Street and Housing Estate. closing date, Wednesday 30 august 2017.

Entry Forms available from the Council Offices, Market Square, Enniscorthy.

GP crisis looming Fianna Fáil td for Wexford, James browne, has said the government’s failure to act on the escalating crisis in gp recruitment will result in many rural areas being left without a primary health care service.

Deputy Browne said, “GP services have been declining steadily over the past number of years as a result of a chronic shortage of GPs throughout the country. It is becoming increasingly difficult to recruit GPs to areas outside the main urban hubs, and as a result, towns and villages across Ireland are being left without an adequate service.

“The situation is particularly bleak in Wexford as new information shows that 25% of GPs in the county will reach retirement age within the next seven years. The Irish Medical Organisation has warned that it will be impossible to replace

many of these doctors once they retire as there simply aren’t enough people training to become GPs. This year, for the first year, the GP training scheme was under-subscribed.

It is inevitable that many rural areas will be left without a primary health care service… If there aren’t enough GPs in our towns and villages, people will be forced to go to the Emergency Department, and the overcrowding crisis there will be further exacerbated. It’s a vicious circle and the patients are the ones who are losing out.

“GPs have had their funding cut by 38% in recent years and the end result is that young people simply aren’t entering the profession… Funding for GP services needs to be increased to make it more attractive for young doctors to set up practice in rural communities,” concluded Deputy Browne. n

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Notice is hereby given that Wexford County Council intends to close the road listed hereunder to vehicular traffic from September 25, 2017 to October 2, 2017, from 21.00 to 07.00 each night, to facilitate works in connection with the Enniscorthy Bypass, namely the installation of bridge beams to the River Slaney Bridge at Ballynabarny. road closure:

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State-of-the-art playground to re-open

The newly refurbished Council Playground on the Enniscorthy Promenade will officially re-open on Friday 4th August at 6.00pm. All are welcome to come along and celebrate the re-opening. Due to health and safety considerations it was necessary to close the playground to public use during the construction period. The works have been carried out by Crawford Group, a Wexford-based company specialising in the design and construction of children’s play areas, skate parks and multi-use games facilities. Funding has been provided by Wexford County Council (€60,000) with assistance from the Department of Children & Youth Affairs (€20,000).

Specialist sensory and special needs equipment have been incorporated into the state-of-the-art playground.

Cardiac services in the South East last month we carried a story about the unsatisfactory cardiac care service in the south East region. since then we’ve heard from local Minister, paul kehoe, welcoming the statement in June from Minister for health simon harris td which confirms an agreement to expedite a national review of all primary pcI (percutaneous coronary Intervention) services, encompassing the south East Region.

In his statement Minister Harris outlined; “This review will seek to ensure that as many patients as possible have access on a 24/7 basis to safe and sustainable emergency interventions following a heart attack.

This review will clearly encompass all regions of the country,

including the South East.

“My Department will immediately commence the preparatory work including identifying an international expert and examining the scope of the review. The guiding principles for this review will be to strive to provide a primary PCI service that can deliver clinical outcomes on par with international standards.”

Minister Kehoe has stressed that this review does not affect the additional resources provided to UHW or the commitment to review the impact of extended hours at the existing cath lab and the deployment of a mobile cath lab and he will continue to work with Minister Harris and the HSE to seek resolution on this issue. n

Fundraising at Grants

Ichthyosis Coffee Morning

Ichthyosis Coffee Morning in Bellefield GAA complex on Friday 7th July.

Above left: Bridget Major, Kit Kenny, Patricia Wheeler and Marie Moran. Above right: Marie Wildes and Theo Walsh.

Below left: Jean and Bobbie Hendrick. Below right: Rosie Sullivan, Jean Coughlan, Marie Nolan and Patricia Browne.

Grants Pharmacy, The Duffry, Enniscorthy, hosted a coffee morning and raffle on 28th July for a young, brave, local boy, Callum Buckley, age 5, who is ill.

Congrats Marie

Schools soccer coaching scheme schools soccer coaching scheme Enniscorthy hosted a summer camp in gaelscoil, drumgoold, from 4th to 7th of July with over 50 children from 5 years to 13 years participating in the camp.

A wide range of sports were played and everyone got a prize on the Friday after a trip

to Blackwater Open Farm and a blitz at Shamrocks Astro.

Special thanks to Judy and Kit of the Gaelscoil for use of the facilities and to all voluntary coaches who helped out during the week.

Thankfully the weather was good and hopefully it will be similar for the upcoming

camp in the Gaelscoil on 8th of August.

Special thanks to Wexford County Council, Senator Frances Black and Senator Mark Daly for their financial assistance with the costs of the camps.

Bookings for the August camp with Cllr John O'Rourke, Head Coach, on 086 8420609. n

PATRON

The annual Patron in St Mary’s Cemetery and Enniscorthy Cemetery will take place on 13th August at 3pm. You are asked to please co-operate with the parking attendants, Gardaí and Cemetery Committee members. n

Beneath My Angels Wings, the organisation which supports families who have lost their loved ones, thanks most sincerely the people of Enniscorthy, Pettitt’s SuperValu, and all their volunteers for the support received during their recent trolley collection. The winner of the top prize was Marie Doyle of Monbeg House, Ballindaggin.

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Future Superstars!

The Irish College of Music Theatre's (IMT) Open day was held in the National Opera House on July 29th. IMT has created history by being the only validated Musical Theatre College in Ireland delivering third level accredited courses.

This exciting venture is opening a campus at our very own National Opera House for the talent in the south east.

"It's the icing on the cake to bring this unique and wonderful venture home in the beautiful surroundings of our National Opera House, giving affordable, accessible courses to the talent in this region. My passion and love for the per-

forming arts developed on this very stage all those years ago at the tender age of twelve as part of the Wexford International Opera Festival. I heard a Romanian soprano singing and I was hooked. I knew at that point my life was destined to be on the stage and pursue my dream. And the rest as they s a y i s h i s t o r y. " D e i rd re Masterson has gone on to perform all around the world to critical acclaim with awards, recordings and an enviable CV to her credit. She is equally as passionate about giving back to the arts and helping to create education in an affordable, accessible way.

In addition to third level courses IMT is providing a Junior School aged 6-17 years, Transition Year programmes and an Adult Evening introductory course in musical theatre studies.

"We have a phenomenal faculty, all leading experts in their respective fields, wanting to share techniques, skills and experiences to further one’s development”, Miss Masterson continues, “there is genuinely something for everyone depending on age, standard and personal goals".

To find out more please go to www.theirishcollegeofmusictheatre.com n

Young superstars at the Superstars Summer Camp held recently in The Athenaeum, Enniscorthy.

Superstars Stage Academy is run by Sharon Clancy (back right in photo above), a Wexford native with experience on Westend stages as well as frequent performances at our own National Opera House in Wexford. Sharon holds regular classes in Enniscorthy covering everything from singing, dancing, acting, TV presenting, acting for TV and film, etc. Contact Sharon on 085 8238665 to find out more or visit “Superstars Stage Academy Wexford, New Ross, Enniscorthy” on Facebook.

Bunclody Festival Neil Toner opens the recent Streams of Bunclody Festival.

Playing with fire at the recent Streams of Bunclody Festival.

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L-R: Elizabeth Whyte, artistic director of Wexford Arts Centre, Mary MacDonagh - IMT Head of Dance, Peter McCamley - IMT Acting tutor, Aileen Donohoe - IMT Vocal and Phonetics tutor, Deirdre Masterson - Head of IMT, Colm Moules - President of AIMS, Noel Lennon - IMT Music tutor, Billy Roche - celebrated author, Liam Bates - composer, Dara Pierce - Ballet Academy.

Enniscorthy Choral Society charity fundraiser

Enniscorthy Choral Society thanks its members, supporters, performers Róisín Dempsey, Emma Murphy piano soloist and Credo Wexford in relation to its April Concert. The successful event resulted in a cheque for €2,000 being presented to Co. Wexford Hospice Homecare.

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If Music Be The Food Of Love…

Maura Flannery & Pat Donohoe entertaining at Alba Restaurant. Pic: Maria Nolan.

Music and fine dining certainly go well together and Angelo Bonfirraro of Alba Restaurant, Enniscorthy, knows it and has introduced musical interludes on Thursday evenings in the months of July and August at his very popular and ambient premises overlooking the river Slaney at the heart of Enniscorthy.

The cosmopolitan restaurant with the relaxed, friendly atmosphere has been nominated seven times by clientele as best restaurant, best wine experience, best chef, best newcomer, best casual dining, best customer service and best management in County Wexford

in the Irish Restaurant Awards competition 2016.

An Italian cuisine restaurant providing a wide range of pastas and grilled dishes using locally sourced fresh meats, fish and seafood blended with the finest Italian imports and deliciously accompanied by a unique selection of original Italian wines, Alba is owned and run by husband and wife team Angelo and Katia who were married recently in their native Sicily joined by an Enniscorthy contingent of friends and wellwishers who flew out to be with them for the delightful occasion and celebrate their special event.

On a recent Thursday the warmth and relaxed character of Alba was further enhanced by the dulcet and honeyed tones of Maura Flannery and the melodious accordion playing of the well-known Enniscorthy entertainer and crooner Pat Donohoe who charmed the diners with wonderful golden oldies like Amore, Careless Love, Autumn Leaves and What a Wonderful World. A most innovative and enjoyable idea and well done to Angelo and Katia who have a variety of local and national performers on Thursday evenings from 7.30pm for the month of August for your entertainment.

– Maria Nolan

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New Sunset Tour at world’s oldest working lighthouse

Anthony Kearns

Wexford Light Opera Society is delighted to announce that its show for 2018 is Sweeney Todd – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street written by Stephen Sondheim.

One of the darkest musicals ever written it is the unsettling tale of a Victorian-era barber who returns home to London after fifteen years of exile to take revenge on the corrupt judge who ruined his life.

When revenge eludes him, Sweeney swears vengeance on

the entire human race, murdering as many people as he can, while his business associate Mrs. Lovett bakes the bodies into meat pies and sells them to the unsuspecting public.

Perhaps composer/lyricist Stephen Sondheim’s most perfect score, Sweeney Todd is lush, operatic, and full of soaring beauty, pitch-black comedy and stunning terror.

The show will run in the National Opera House, Wexford, from Monday 30th April to

Saturday 5th May 2018. The production team is Director – Vivian Coates, Musical Director – Fintan Cleary, Choreographer – Nicole McDonald and Chorus Mistress – Eithne Corrigan.

Those interested in taking part are advised to follow the Society on social media - facebook @wexfordlightopera, twitter, etc. New members intending to audition may also register their interest by emailing the society (info@wlos.ie) or contacting any Committee member. n

The world’s oldest, intact, working lighthouse has commenced tours at sunset.

According to the lighthouse m a n a g e r A n n Wa t e r s , “Watching the sun go down at the tip of the Hook Peninsula is a memorable experience.

The lighthouse watch-room offers spectacular panoramic views underneath unpolluted dark skies with just the sea as its mirror and the lighthouse beacon casting its presence; enjoying this vista of the sunset at the end of the day is something we have enjoyed at the lighthouse for many years and we are delighted to now offer this as a shared experience to visitors with the added flavour of some local and Irish food produce.”

The brand new Sunset Tour experience offers visitors the opportunity to take a guided tour up the 115 well-worn steps of the medieval tower and see its heritage come to life as they meet life-sized figures of the Monk who first established the beacon at the site in the 5th century followed by the Knight who built the tower, William Marshal, some 800 years ago and hear of life as a light-keeper before stepping on to the top-floor outdoor

balcony to take in the 360 degree sweeping views of the southeast of Ireland.

Tours culminate with the spectacular panoramic views of the rolling seas stretching out while visitors savour Irish mead, prosecco, fresh tea and coffee along with Ballyhack smokehouse smoked salmon on homemade brown bread, a selection of homemade canapés and homemade mini desserts.

The Sunset Tour Experience will be on offer at 8pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays until the end of September 2017 and are available by advance booking only.

Sunset guided tours at Hook Lighthouse are the perfect opportunity for a private tour, corporate occasion or a family day out. The sunset tours will only operate at a minimum of 12 persons or a maximum of 24.

Pre-booking is essential and can be done so by emailing Cathy on info@hookheritage.ie or calling (051) 397055.

General guided tours are on offer 7 days a week at Hook Lighthouse. Free facilities at Hook Lighthouse include parking, toilets, picnic areas, wifi.

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With audiences around the world dancing in the aisles, the legendary BUDDY – The Buddy Holly Story has now hit Enniscorthy for 6 shows of which there are three remaining – 2nd and 3rd August and a matinee on August 6th.

Local producer, Adrienne Murphy, has an impressive production team and cast: Buddy - Donagh Cadogan, a professional musician from Kildare.

Joe Maudlin (Cricket) - Pat Murphy.

Jerry Allison (Cricket) - Cameron Cloke.

Hipockets Duncan - Murt Murphy.

Norman Petty - Fintan Kelly.

Vi Petty - Roisin Williams from South East TV. Maria Elena Holly - Karen Franklin.

Marlena Madison - Funmi Akinyemi.

Big Bopper - Dick Butler.

Richie Valens - Jacob English.

Murray Deututch - Lorcan Dunne.

Last chance to catch the Buddy Holly Story Decca Producer - Brian Mullen.

MC Clearlake - David Cox (who is also the piano-keyboard player from the Heartbeats).

Jingle Singers - Niamh Crowhurst, Nikki Cogley.

Various parts - Leon Malone (also one of the sax players).

Also various musicians who make up the band for the big Clearlake concert finale.

The first three performances have been a huge success and with all proceeds from ticket sales going directly to the charity, Pieta House, this is one show not to be missed.

Check out the “Buddy Enniscorthy” Facebook page for lots more info and book your tickets now online through The Presentation Centre website (www.presentationcentre.ie) or Wexford Arts Centre website (www.wexfordartscentre.ie) or contact The Presentation Centre on 053 9233000 before it’s too late! n

World renowned tenor and Kiltealy native, Anthony Kearns, will be joined by Patrick Healy, accompanist, on Sunday, October 15th at the Riverside Park Hotel Enniscorthyfor a night of wonderful song and music. n

Strawberry Queen supporting Wexford GAA

Pic: Maria Nolan Another very successful Race Night was held at Enniscorthy Dog Track for the Wexford GAA Supporters Club on 6th July as fans from all over the county turned out in numbers to support the progress and advancement of all Wexford teams, male and female.

L-R: Shaun Murphy, Podge Doran, Strawberry Queen Megan O’Shea, Barry Carton, Colm Kehoe, P.J. Banville and Conor Swaine.

At “Buddy” Launch Night L-R: Karen Franklin, Veronica Murphy, Trevor Murphy, Dick Butler, Laura Franklin.

“Buddy” Launch Night L-R: Pat Murphy, lead performer in the show Donagh Cadogan, Emma Morris, Maria Kennedy.

Some of the “Buddy” production team and performers. The three remaining shows are 2nd and 3rd Aug and matinee on 6th Aug.

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www.slaneynews.com calling all buskers Enniscorthy Farmers Market is looking for buskers for its market in Abbey Square every Saturday 9am to 2pm.

Singers are more than welcome throughout the day.

This is a great opportunity to test your vocal skills. For more information just ring or text 087-3632098.

kiltealy Park Fest

Saturday 19th August A day of fun and music for all the family! Kicking off at 4pm with a kiddies disco and activities.

From 8pm it’s for the over 18s with live bands and DJ ‘til late plus bar and BBQ. Tickets €15 (includes BBQ).

Maria is hooked!!

Internationally renowned singer and actress, Maria Doyle Kennedy, is to host two magical concerts at Hook Lighthouse on August 25th and 26th.

Maria, who spent some of her childhood years living in Enniscorthy, is one of Ireland’s most gifted and versatile female artists. She has spent the best part of 20 years performing live all over the world to audiences ranging from the many thousands who have enjoyed her shows at festivals including G l a s t o n b u r y, O x e g e n , Cambridge Folk Festival to the more intimate theatre concerts.

She has hosted sell-out shows at Hook Lighthouse in the past and returns later this month to host two more magical perfomances in the 800-year-old Lighthouse Tower. A limited number of tickets to this fully-seated event are on sale at €30.

Maria will perform many of her fans favourite songs along with some new songs from her upcoming album, which is set to be launched later this year.

This event will take place as one of the many happenings at Hook Lighthouse for National Heritage Week, which takes place from August 19th to 27th; enjoy a combination of events from Historial Tours, Pirate Fun, Musical Evenings and a Whale and Dolphin Group Day at the Lighthouse located on the Hook Peninsula.

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Celtic Roots Summer Show now on Traditional Irish Group, 'Celtic Roots', perform their new summer show ‘The Full Irish’ in Bree Community Centre (situated 7 miles from Enniscorthy, and 12 miles from Wexford town) every Tuesday in August. The evening begins with a freshly baked scone and light refreshments at 8.30pm followed by a full programme of music, song, dance and storytelling at 9pm.

This format of show, showing off the best of Irish culture and hospitality provided by Celtic Roots, has been wowing locals and visitors for almost twenty years.

Celtic Roots was officially formed in 1998 in Bree. The founders, Kay and Liam McKelvie, brought together a talented cast of Irish dancers, singers, musicians and storytellers and began to producemany exciting shows based on Irish Culture. The show now features All Ireland Singers, Musicians, Storyteller and World Champion Dancers.

On each Tuesday night in August enjoy a full night's entertainment with Celtic Roots ' T h e F u l l I r i s h ' a t B re e Community Centre. Admission is €10 for adults and there are group and family concessions.

Doors are open from 8pm with light refreshments and the show begins at 9pm. Bookings on 087-7535354 is recommended but is not essential.

See 'Celtic Roots' on Facebook for more details. n

Eircode: Y21 XF95

DAve Duffy Summer WorkShop

The presentation Centre, enniscorthy

Hosted by Dave Duffy Arts and The Presentation Centre. Tuesday 8th August - Thursday 10th August, 12 noon - 4.30pm. Suitable for adults/teenagers.

Learn how to draw realistic portraits with local artist Dave Duffy.

Dave is a published artist from Enniscorthy specialising in coloured pencil. His portraits of rugby star Paul O’Connell, boxing legend Katie Taylor, MMA star Conor McGregor and a collaborative piece with world-renowned photographer William Coupon have gained acclaim from around the world in recent years. Dave also works in more unusual methods in his popular Facebook viral videos, using perspective and a unique 'Colour-negative' technique.

This workshop will focus on drawing facial features and hair with a selection of coloured pencils. A small set of coloured pencils will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own also. Faber Castell Polychromo pencils are recommended and are available from Spectrum Art supplies in Wexford town. €80 for three days or €30 per day. For details phone 053 9233000 or visit www.presentationcentre.ie. Tickets: wexfordartscentre.ticketsolve.com n

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the Whistling girl: Honor Heffernan and trevor knight friday 13 october, Courthouse Arts Centre Tinahely The acclaimed Irish duo, singer and actress Honor Heffernan and composer/ keyboard player Trevor Knight proudly present their new Cabaret/Speakeasy-style show, “The Whistling Girl”. Trevor Knight has transformed the poems of Dorothy Parker into songs, using her witty, droll and sometimes heart-rending lyrics which are uniquely interpreted by Honor Heffernan with a band of top Irish musicians. n

2 August 2017

Blackstairs Blues Launch

Hamlet’s Enniscorthy connection!

French Connection

To mark our historic French connection, Enniscorthy Athenaeum hosted an evening of entertainment on Friday 14th July to celebrate the storming of the Bastille.

On the 14th July 1789 the citizens of Paris stormed the medieval fortress and prison at the centre of the city, an action which became the flashpoint of the French Revolution. Although there were only seven inmates incarcerated at the time of the attack it became the symbol of revolution and spirit of republicanism which reverberated throughout 18th century Europe.

The overthrowing of a monarchy and liberation of the masses became the forerunner for the 1798 United Irishman Rebellion and Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment Society were in attendance on Friday

evening establishing that connection as they marched in full regalia flying the French red, white and blue from Market Square to the Athenaeum, where MC Tony Mc Clean officiated for the event, calling on a multitude of local entertainers among them Maura Flannery, Pat Donohoe, Josie Flood, Matthew Hyland, Michael Bull Sullivan, Annie Gilpin and others including a father and son from the Netherlands and Australian couple, Pat and Alan Jones, who gave a rather delicious little performance of Chantilly Lace.

An enjoyable and free event and well done to Maura Flannery for the concept and the Athenaeum for providing the wonderful venue and the wine and nibbles. Definitely one to be repeated on a more regular basis.

– Maria Nolan

Pat and Alan Jones and Edel Kelly at Bastille Day at the Athenaeum. Pic: Maria Nolan.

Ray Murphy and Tony McClean at Bastille Day at the Athenaeum.

Pic: Maria Nolan.

This year’s Blackstairs Blues Festival dates are 8th, 9th & 10th of September. A Press Launch night will be held on Thursday 24th of August at 8.30pm in Treacy’s Hotel Enniscorthy.

There will be Live Blues

by Waterford’s own Delta Dogs who will set the tone for the night, and will no doubt set the bar for what is going to be another fantastic festival.

Finger food provided on the night!!

Delta Dogs are the house

band for Waterford Blues Club, which launched in 2013, and has developed a devoted following in the South East.

The Delta Dogs play a set which seamlessly blends the soul of the original Delta and Chicago blues masters, like Elmore James, Muddy Waters and Bo Diddley, with the fire of 60's revivalists like Clapton, Green, Hendrix and Irish icon Rory Gallagher, and the swagger of Texans Freddie King, Stevie Ray Vaughan and Billy Gibbons. n

VerMeer, beyOnd tiMe: in cOnVersatiOn & screening 1 Aug, visual Art. As part of the public engagement programme for the major exhibition Vermeer and the Masters of Genre Painting: Inspiration and Rivalry, the National Gallery of Ireland collaborated with Artist John O’Reilly and the team from Art in the Open on a very special project, “Interior Exposure”. Sinéad Rice, Head of Education, National Gallery of Ireland and curator of the project, will join John O’Reilly for a short informal discussion on the documentary, the exhibition, the project and the resulting street art piece installed in Wexford town. This will be followed by a screening of the new documentary Vermeer, Beyond Time.

––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– beyOnd tHe studiO: irisH artists at tHe turn OF tHe tWentietH century 3 Aug, visual Art. Continuing the collaboration between National Gallery of Ireland and Art in the Open, Caomhán Mac Con Iomaire (NGI) will deliver an illustrated talk on the Irish artists who took inspiration from France and championed working en Plein Air, both at home and abroad.

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Films from all over the world as well as a host of Irish-made films. Support independent cinema! See full details on www.wexfordfilmfestival.com.

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St. michael’s Theatre, New ross, is proud to present its first full-scale Shakespearean production in the theatre.

This version, true to the original, will have full staging, with appropriate costuming and a specially constructed set.

It is directed by enniscorthy’s brendan redmond and features a cast drawn from throughout Co. Wexford. It runs from 27th to 30th September. Tickets from the website: www.stmichaelsnewross.com n

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Freddie WHite

12 Aug, music.

Freddie White has long been synonymous with music of the highest quality with his unique voice and guitar style. He has been part of the fabric of the live music scene in Ireland since the 1970’s and his albums continue to sell well, amongst his loyal and newfound fan base. His earliest recordings, which were re-mastered and re-released in 2004, are still hugely popular.

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tHe Man FrOM clare by John b. keane

16-19 Aug, 23-26 Aug, Wexford Drama Group.

A quietly touching portrait of a Gaelic Football star facing life changes in the twilight of his career, John B. Keane's bittersweet comedy, "The Man from Clare", is sure to resonate with anyone who's had to let go of dreams as part of growing up.

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plus lots of workshops, classes, and childen’s activities – see www.wexfordartscentre.ie for details.

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TAke A jourNey… Take a journey through Enniscorthy and its architecture by visiting Enniscorthy-based www.setv.ie and watching their short, concept film produced in February this year, inspired by the nZEBRA (passive housing) Conference which took place in town in March.

Experienced Creative Professional Enniscorthy – T: 087-9523253 E: info@orchardrecording.ie Facebook.com/theorchardrecordingstudio W: www.orchardrecording.ie

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AUGUST ENTERTAINMENT

Enniscorthy

All venues are in Enniscorthy unless otherwise stated.

buDDy - The buDDy hoLLy STory 30th july – 3rd Aug 8pm and matinee on 6th August 2pm.

See page 12 for more info.

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kuSTom kuLTure exhIbITIoN An exhibition of Work by Ger marum 24th june - 11th August 2017 Ger Marum utilises unusual objects and creates fantastic one-off pieces based on a niche market with roots in American Rock & Roll. Ger will give a talk on friday 4th August at 2.30pm. Hear the ins and outs of how Ger creates his marvellous one-off pieces. Free event suitable for all the family!

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DAve Duffy Summer WorkShop hosted by Dave Duffy Arts.

Tuesday 8th August - Thursday 10th August, 12 noon - 4.30pm.

Suitable for adults/teenagers.

See page 13 for more info.

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ArT AND WrITING Summer CAmp for kIDS 14th -18th August 2017, 10am-3pm.

Children to bring a packed lunch. Cost: €80 for the week. Age 8+ Join our amazing, week long interactive art and writing summer camp.

Children will produce fantastic works of art through painting, drawing, print and construction with Visual Artist John Busher. Then they will learn how to write imaginative stories with best-selling children’s author Caroline Busher. Children will create their own characters and bring them to life through art and writing and Caroline will give some top tips on becoming an author. Perfect for budding artists and writers!

Lounge - Bar - Off-Licence Large Courtyard Area ★ Free Pool for customers every

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. ★ Bingo Wednesday Nights, Raffle proceeds to Kilmuckridge N.S. ★ Live Music every Saturday night and Sunday evening ★ All Major Sporting Events shown

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please keep an eye on www.presentationcentre.ie for updates on upcoming events. Tel: (053) 9233000. always lots happening at the presentation centre, enniscorthy.

Congrats Marie!

Catch the legendary Freddie White on 12th August in Wexford Arts Centre

Congrats to Marie Kinsella, Bree, the winner of the May/June photo competition run by Enniscorthy Tourism.

Enniscorthy Musical Society news…

At an EGM of Enniscorthy Musical Society in July, a new committee was formed as follows: Chairperson: Jim Kealy Secretary: Fiona Condren Treasurer: Therese Canavan Bolger PRO: James Dobbs Committee: Siobhan Gordon, Annie Mulligan, Orlaith Murphy, Seamus Murphy, Gillian Hendrick, Kelly Sheehan, Tom Reddy, Paddy O'Hanlon, Brid Hanton O'Gorman.

AIMS Reps: Liz Armstrong, Siobhan Molloy, Edel Kelly.

The new committee thanks the outgoing committee for all their hard work over previous years and hopes that the support shown at the EGM will continue throughout their tenure. n

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ColÁiste BrÍde 40th sChool reunion

31 July-6 Aug Ballymurn Summer FeStival.

1,2,3 & 6 the Buddy holly Story. The Presentation Centre.

Performance on 6th is a Matinee. mary mary. Comedy presented by Bunclody-Kilmyshall 1,2,3 Drama Group, Redmonds, Bunclody, 9pm. Pre-book by text on 085-1232576.

Vermeer, Beyond time: in ConverSation & SCreening Tue 1 Visual Art. Wexford Arts Centre.

CeltiC rootS. Bree Community Hall. See page 13.

Tue 1 Beyond the Studio: iriSh artiStS at the turn oF the Thur 3 twentieth Century. Visual Art. Wexford Arts Centre. alBa reStaurant. Background live music.

Thur 3 enniSCorthy roCkin’ Food FeStival. See pages 16-17.

4-6 wexFord Film FeStival. Wexford Arts Centre.

4-6 See full details on www.wexfordfilmfestival.com. traditional iriSh muSiC. Stamps. 9.30pm.

Fri 4 CeltiC rootS. Bree Community Hall. See page 13.

Tue 8 alBa reStaurant. Background live music.

Thur 10 traditional iriSh muSiC. Stamps. 9.30pm.

Fri 11 Freddie white. Wexford Arts Centre.

Sat 12 CeltiC rootS. Bree Community Hall. See page 13.

Tue 15 the man From Clare by John B. keane.

16-19 Wexford Drama Group. Wexford Arts Centre. alBa reStaurant. Background live music.

Thur 17 traditional iriSh muSiC. Stamps. 9.30pm.

Fri 18 kiltealy Park FeSt. Kiltealy.

Sat 19 CeltiC rootS. Bree Community Hall. See page 13.

Tue 22 the man From Clare by John B. keane.

23-26 Wexford Drama Group. Wexford Arts Centre. alBa reStaurant. Background live music.

Thur 24 traditional iriSh muSiC. Stamps. 9.30pm.

Fri 25 maria doyle kennedy. Hook Lighthouse.

25-26 Folk & Ballad FeSt. Treacy’s Hotel.

25-27 CeltiC rootS. Bree Community Hall. See page 13.

Tue 29 greyhound raCing: Enniscorthy Greyhound Track. Every Monday and Thursday night. Doors open 7pm. First race 8pm.

St miChael'S theatre, new roSS. See www.stmichaelsnewross.com for details of all upcoming events. national oPera houSe: See: www.nationaloperahouse.ie SoCial danCing: Check out “Social Dancing in and around Wexford” on Facebook. Not on FB? Then text your name to 087 2723375 and the dates will be sent to you.

SPiegeltent: Wexford. 13-29 October.

It would be prudent to check all events locally with organisers and/or venues.

Thanks to Joseph Doyle for his help with our comprehensive events guide.

Please email your event details to slaneynews@gmail.com.

FOR LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT NEWS…  Check the listing above  Check out our pages 11-17 See Joseph Doyle’s column page 28  Check www.wexlive.com for updated listings.  Facebook:“Slaney News” and “Enjoy Enniscorthy”

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Get yourself a Remedy Pic: Patrick Hogan

for all who were students there between 1972-1977 Friday 11th August, 2017, at 8pm sharp the riverside Park hotel, enniscorthy Cost €25 for 3 Course Meal Payable in Advance not later than Tues 8th August, 2017.

Payments can be made by Bank Transfer or paid directly into Enniscorthy Credit Union A/C No. 41866Z, IBAN No. IE42ENCN9219606217201.

Please ensure your name is used as the reference when transferring payment or paying directly to Teller in Enniscorthy Credit Union.

Looking forward to seeing you on the night For further information please contact a member of the organising committee: Margot Hogan (Banville) 087 7376938, Margaret Murphy (Doyle) 087 1311289, Anne Pepper (Byrne) 086 8409129, Paula McCarthy (Doyle) 086 1000453 or Gloria Ennis (Sinnott) 087 1333447

Alternative country-roots duo, the Remedy Club, consists of Ferns’ Aileen Mythen and husband KJ McEvoy. They have released one of the catchiest tunes we, in the Slaney News, have heard in a long time – ‘Come On’ is available now on iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon, etc.

Check it out now. The duo’s new album, Lovers, Legends and Lost Causes is due for release this autumn. Pictured above at recent Remedy Club concert in Wexford town are L-R: Ian Doyle, KJ McEvoy, Eleanor McEvoy, Aileen Mythen.

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WElcomE to EnniscorthY’s rockin’ Food FEstival 4-6th august www.enniscorthyfoodietown.ie The colourful scene on Slaney Street at the recent launch of the Rockin’ Food Festival.

For full details and comprehensive programme of events pick up a copy of the Festival’s 16-page brochure at various locations in enniscorthy and co. Wexford.

Or download the full programme from: www.enniscorthyfoodietown.ie

The organisers of the enniscorthy rockin’ food festival are thrilled to welcome you to this year's festival from 4-6th August.

Having grown and developed enormously over recent years, the festival now plays a huge role in highlighting both the diverse food culture and the faithful Rock ‘n' Roll community within Ireland's Ancient East town of Enniscorthy.

Once more, the festival will deliver a fully-loaded schedule of events, activities and food trails, showcasing the second-to-none foodstuffs offered by the region's finest food producers as well as some of Rock ‘n' Roll's finest performing free, live outdoor gigs throughout the weekend.

In addition to the muchanticipated Artisan Food and Craft Market making a return, there is the exciting introduc-

tion of the brand-new Food Marquee scheduled with Cooking Demos, Food Talks, Wexford Food Producers, a visit from Celebrity Chef Edward Hayden as well as other special guests.

This is the perfect combination of Food, Music and Family Fun, the Rockin' Food Festival is an absolute must this summer for all the family.

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August Bank Holiday Weekend  gin talk August & tasting 4th~6th  chocolate Bank Making 2017 August August Workshop Holiday  Food Marquee with Free live demos Bank Bank For younger Weekend  Outdoor rock ‘n’ roll Music & dancing Holiday festival goers: Holiday  battle re-enactment 4th~6th  Mad Hatter’s tea Party Weekend  Mexican supper Weekend  selfie scavenger Hunt  tapas trail, trendy gin trail and 2017 4th~6th www.rockinfoodfestival.com  Medieval shield & 4th~6th craft beer trail

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August Bank Holiday Weekend 4th~6th 2017

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 Pizza Making Fun for all with so many Free events + very limited amount tickets start at €5pp. buy online now on www.rockinfoodfestival.com or at enniscorthy chamber Office

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www.rockinfoodfestival.com eVents FOr yOung and Old! #Rockinfood2017 With so much happening we don’t have room to list all the events so for full details and comprehensive programme pick up a copy of the Festival’s 16-page brochure at various locations in Enniscorthy and around Co. Wexford. Or download the full programme from: www.enniscorthyfoodietown.ie Some key eveNTS WorTh CheCkING ouT: Kids’ Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Ancient East Storytelling on Castle Roof, Tales of Ales, Gin Talk & Tasting, Hoptails (beer cocktails!), Mexican Popup Dinner Night, Bank Holiday Monday Brunch in The Wilds and other venues around town. √ Ellie Lopes and Leilah Lopes looking forward to the kids’ events at the Rockin’ Food Festival.

Enniscorthy - "Rock‘n’Roll Town" This August bank holiday weekend the South east rock‘n’roll Club celebrates its eighth rock ‘n’ roll Town festival.

The Club is one of the most active and most vibrant Rock ‘n’ Roll Clubs on these Islands, with scores of members and supporters, a very healthy and beneficial relationship with all local venues and a network of connections with many other clubs in many locations, particularly Dublin, Belfast, South Wales, London, Manchester, Birmingham and the Newcastle/ Durham area of North East England.

S.E. R'n'R Club members regularly travel by train, boat and plane to all the above venues and Rockers from there visit us here on a regular basis.

‘We go there and they come here’, according to Club Officer Richie Cotter, ‘a most amicable arrangement’.

‘The vibrancy and energy of S.E. R'n'R Club comes somewhat from its hardworking committee, but mainly from its members and supporters. And the Club gives its members much to be active about, with its weekly Dance Classes every

Eamonn Doyle

Wednesday at The Bailey at 7.30pm and its monthly gigs in either the IFA Centre or The Bailey. Both of these venues have wonderful dance floors and South East Rockers LOVE to dance. These monthly gigs attract dancers from Dublin, Kilkenny, Laois, Waterford and from all over Co. Wexford.

But the highlight of the S.E. R'n’R Club’s activities are the music festivals with which it engages, namely – Strawberry Roots and the Rock ‘n’ Roll Town Festival, now an integral part of the biggest event in Enniscorthy’s social calendar – The Rockin’ Food Fest. buT hoW DID IT ALL beGIN? How did Enniscorthy become the

capital of Rock ‘n’ Roll in Ireland, so much so that it has been labelled ‘Ireland’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Town’? Eamonn Doyle, one of the founders of S.E. R'n'R Club and its present Chairman, maintains that the seeds were sown way back in the 80’s, when the Shannon side of town witnessed the developing scene that incorporated the ‘Shannon Teds’.

The movie ‘Grease’ may have had much to do with it and very popular bands such as The Jets who were in the charts at that time.

Murphy Floods Hotel was the venue for the first big rock 'n' roll gig just over ten years ago, which Eamonn and his pals helped to organise – a fundraising event for Slaney Search and Rescue. The Runaway Boys played to a packed house. In fact many more tickets were sold than anticipated, so the Enniscorthy Rockers knew that they were on to something with great potential.

2010 saw the first Rock ‘n’ Roll Town Festival, then called "Riverside Jump" – a very brave and original event on this Island.

And as they say the rest is history!

– maria nolan

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Slaney Education & Training Feature

2 August 2017

Practical Skills for SME Employment Practical Skills for SME Employment is a full-time training programme run by Enniscorthy Enterprise and Technology Centre (EETC), funded by Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board. The programme is aimed at students primarily under 35 years of age who do not hold a Level 5 Major Award or Leaving Certificate.

The new programme will offer a Major Award in Business Skills, concentrating on tools that will help the students in the workplace of the SME sector. The programme includes different elements that will be of great support and value to young SME businesses. The sponsor is an Enterprise Centre and as a result it is well aware of the skill base that is required by local businesses and employers that are now looking for employees who are multi-skilled.

On completion of the programme the students are not only efficient in Business Administration, Spreadsheets and Accountancy for business and accountancy roles, but they will also have the ability to be involved in the Customer Service and the Digital Marketing of the business.

In the changing pace of business today EETC believes

that the two subjects Entrepreneurship and Design Skills will give the students a great knowledge of business.

In the potential labour market EETC sees opportunities in the businesses it works with, SMEs that are in their growth cycle. These companies are more likely to be looking at a work placement student as a potential employee rather than a training exercise for the student.

EETC has a good relationship with these companies. It is also strongly involved with Gorey and Enniscorthy Chambers. It also sees a great opportunity with some of the start-ups in the New Hatch Lab in Gorey that EETC is managing.

As part of the Entrepreneurship and Design Studies modules students work on case studies relating to startups and discuss their findings. The Centre exposes the students to opportunities in witnessing startups first hand by interacting with companies and the people in the building. Last year they attended a number of business starts-up pitches, for example a business start-up came in to address the class this year to practise his pitch for Dragon’s Den and the class learned a lot from the experience with having the ability to ask questions and get points of view.

As an Enterprise Centre, EETC has a large amount of contacts in the business community. It now has companies contacting it to find out when will students be ready for placement. EETC also has 33 businesses situated in Enniscorthy Enterprise Centre and will have about 20 in Gorey in the new centre, many of which facilitate EETC with work experience.

EETC has a tendency to target companies that are expanding or have a good chance of employing people after work experience. These businesses are at start-up stage and they invariably need administrative and innovative young people once they get trading.

Business Administration major award modules will include:  Accounting Manual and Comp (5N1348)  Work Experience (N1364)  Digital Marketing (5N0972)  Customer Service (5N1610)  Business Administration (5N1951)  Entrepreneurship (5N1977)  Spreadsheet Methods (5N0784)  Design Skills (5M2102)  Ebusiness (5N1369)  Manual Handling  CV Preparation n

Attention all third-level students and those about to go to college…

At New Ross Credit Union Bunclody Branch we having been helping students fund their learning needs for over 29 years. Come in and talk to us about our Student Loans and our rate of 6% – now you won’t get any cheaper than that in Bunclody.

See our Facebook page for details of our School Bursary Awards or call in to us – We are open 9.15 to 16.15 on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; from 8.15 to 18.15 on Fridays, and from 9.15 to 14.15 on Saturdays.

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neW RoSS CRediT Union bUnClody bRAnCh Ryland Street, bunclody. Tel: 053 9376006 Fax 053 9375989 email info@bunclodycreditunion.ie Follow us on Facebook and twitter or just call in and talk to us – we have the time to suit you.

A loan of €3,000.00 over 12 months: Repayments €59.48 per week – cost of credit €92.31 – APR 6.2%.

Practical Skills for SME Employment Major Award Level 5 This is a full-time training programme run by Enniscorthy Enterprise and Technology Centre, funded by Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board. The programme is aimed at students primarily under 35 years of age who do not hold a Level 5 Major Award or Leaving Certificate.

You will gain an award that is recognised by employers, with an emphasis on subjects that will give multi-skills required by local businesses.

While studying you will receive a training allowance from Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board subject to qualification.

If you require further information please contact Siobhan: Enniscorthy Enterprise and Technology Centre Milehouse Road, Enniscorthy Phone: 053-9237499 Email: info@eetc.ie Web: www.eetc.ie

Modules Include: • Accounting Manual and Computerised • Business Administration • Work Experience • Digital Marketing • Customer Service • Design Skills • E-Business • Entrepreneurial Skills

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“Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world” – Nelson Mandela VTOS: Enrolling NOW for this September WHAT IS VTOS ?

VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) is an educational opportunities scheme for unemployed persons which is funded by the Department of Education and Science. The Scheme is operated through the 16 Education & Training Boards countrywide and provides a special range of courses designed to meet the education and training needs of unemployed people.

VTOS has moved premises to the Enniscorthy Further Education and Training Centre at Gonzaga house, upper Wafer Street, beside the Wilds Restaurant and opposite the old Social Welfare office. Tel: 053-9237224.

HOW DO I QUALIFY ?

If you are over 21 and have been in receipt of a Social Welfare payment for an average 6 months you may be eligible for one of the excellent courses on offer.

VTOS Enniscorthy 2-Year Full-time Programmes

If you are over 21 and at least 156 days on certain Social Welfare payments you may be eligible for our FREE! VTOS Courses…

QQI Level 5 Business Administration

If you want to upskill for the modern day workplace and improve your job skills for the office this might be for you!

QQI Level 5 General Studies

If you would like to apply for college this programme would be for you!

QQI Level 3 Information & Communication Technologies

If you have been out of school for some time and would like to learn new computer skills this is the one you want!

QQI Level 3 Employability Skills

Back to school! Back to work! This is the way to improve your chances of finding a job.

QQI Level 3 General Learning

Return to learning at your own pace in a range of subjects that will interest you!

To apply please email: enniscorthyvtos@wwetb.ie or contact us at 053 92 37224, or call in after we re-open.

RE-OPEnInG MOndAY 28Th AuGuST Below: Students in January 2017 who received their QQI Awards. Back row L to R: Kirstie Moorehouse, Gavin Larkin, Sarah Kelly, Michael Ryan.

Front Row L to R: Aoife Doyle, Robin Lawlor, Nicola McDonald.

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WHERE IS VTOS ?

Students in January 2017 who received their QQI Awards.

Back row L to R: Amy O’Connor, Rose Jordan, Amina Abidoye, Teacher James Quirke. Front row L-R: Rahel Cole, Eithne Agar VTOS Co-ordinator.

If You Want To:

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COURSES ON OFFER ?

Courses include a range of vocationally relevant qualifications with accreditation from QQI Level 3 (Junior Certificate standard) to QQI Level 5 (Leaving Certificate standard). This represents a great opportunity for those who wish to upskill, prepare for employment or pursue further studies.

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IS IT FREE? All courses are FREE to eligible participants.

HOW DO I ENROL? Enrolling NOW for Sept 2017. To express your interest in the upcoming courses please email: enniscorthyvtos@wwetb.ie, or call 053-9237224, or call in after we re-open on 28th August, and speak to Eithne Agar, Co-ordinator.

ARE THERE ANY SUPPORTS AVAILABLE ?

Yes. Childcare costs can be covered for eligible participants. Also meal and travel allowances are payable. Please contact VTOS Enniscorthy for full details.

IS VTOS FOR ME ?

Our VTOS Centre in Gonzaga House is very much an adult learning environment with a learner centred approach. The social atmosphere and the forming of new friends is an important component to our success. Participants organise their own photographic exhibition and other activities every year.

“It is a good course for anyone who wants to come back to education and the teachers and staff here are very friendly and helpful, if you have a problem they will try to help you” – Mikey Ryan.

“I am sad to be leaving. I have learned a lot about myself and have a better view on life” – Margaret Larkin.

“I would highly recommend this progarmme as VTOS is a great platform… small class sizes and truly amazing staff who have made my last two years simply a breeze” – Aoife Doyle.

‘Soon I will be embarking on a new journey at University College Cork and this journey was only possoible through the character building I have gone through here at Enniscorthy VTOS” – Gavin Larkin.

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Then invest in yourself and contact the Centre now

● BE JOB PREPARED AND UPSKILL IN A POSITIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT! ● KEEP YOUR SOCIAL WELFARE WHILE YOU STUDY! ● ASSISTANCE WITH CHILDCARE AND TRAVEL ALLOWANCE (where applicable)! ● STUDY AT YOUR OWN LEVEL AND YOUR OWN PACE! ● ENROL NOW FOR UPCOMING COURSES! ● ALL COURSES ARE FREE TO THOSE ELIGIBLE!

Back row L to R: Steven O’Sullivan, Gary Hogan.

Front Row L to R: Margaret Larkin, Elaine Murray and Nikita Davitt.

VTOS has moved premises to the Enniscorthy Further Education ! and Training Centre at Gonzaga House, Upper Wafer Street.

At the official opening L-R: Don Murphy (Adult Literacy Organiser), Eithne Agar (VTOS Co-ordinator), Liz Hore (Enniscorthy Municipal District Manager), Tadhg O Corcora (Executive Engineer, Wexford County Council).

Learn the skills you need for the modern day workplace!

Learn to fully participate in Society with advanced Computer Skills!

Be able to help your children with Homework!

Progress to further studies at PLC or Third Level!

Improve your chances of securing Employment!

Invest in your Education!

QQI Awards, Jan 2017.

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Slaney Education Feature

2 August 2017

BARLEY HILL CHILDCARE CENTRE Coolnahora - Enniscorthy - (053) 923 7860 At Barley Hill Childcare we recognise the uniqueness of each child.

We encourage independent learning through an emergent curriculum.

Opened in September 1999, Barley Hill Childcare Centre caters for children from 6 months old to 12 years of age.

We provide a caring, creative, stimulating and safe place for your developing child, where interaction, learning and self-expression are actively encouraged. We implement a very wide, well-prepared, and flexible curriculum.

We cater for full-day, part-time, playschool and afterschool children.

An appropriate adult-to-child ratio is maintained at all times.

Little Stars Pre-school Catering for children with additional needs Available to children on the ECCE Scheme Tranquil setting on the outskirts of Enniscorthy We have started enrolment for our pre-school this September – there are only a limited number of places therefore early enrolment is recommended.

Little Stars Pre-School is a natural and holistic place for young children to grow and learn.

Through our inclusive approach to early years education all children are encouraged to reach their true potential.

Barley Hill Childcare Centre is set on one acre in a quiet, rural environment adjacent to our family home. We open from 8am-6pm Monday to Friday.

Our daily routine is carried out in a relaxed fashion allowing for flexibility and spontaneity.

From messy play, arts and crafts, group play and table top work our activities are child centred and provided by our highly experienced and qualified staff. Our aim is to create a home from home atmosphere where children are happy and parents feel comfortable.

We operate within the regulations of Tusla and are inspected regularly to ensure high standards are maintained.

We provide the ECCE scheme, which is 2 years free pre-school from 3 years old, 5 mornings each week.

Our multidisciplinary team is comprised of primary school teachers, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists and early years professionals.

“barleyhill Childcare Centre” Contact: Pauline o’byrne (053) 9237860 / 087 4503470

● Each child will have an Individual Education Plan specially created to meet their specific needs and this will be developed in conjunction with the child’s primary carers. ● All staff are dedicated to providing the highest possible standard of early intervention. ● All staff are Garda Vetted and members of the Teaching Council of Ireland. ● The service is fully insured and has passed all HSE inspections. ● We also offer private spaces for younger children at a cost of €15 per day. ● We are open 9.30am – 12.30pm daily with additional hours available.

Our recently installed bike track to enable children to learn how to cycle with the use of a balance bike (no longer any need for stabilisers).

€163,000 ExTRA FuNdINg FoR

37 ExTRA SNAs FoR Co. WExFoRd

Childcare services in Wexford are to receive €163,542 in extra funding according to Minister Paul Kehoe.

Children with special needs in Wexford will benefit from 37 extra SNAs in our local schools, Fine Gael TD, Minister Paul Kehoe has said.

● Our facilities include a large outdoor area with playgrounds, farm animals, and pets.

Enroling now for September 2017. Call: 053 9233089. Email: info@aurore.ie.

Aurore Child Development Centre, Blackstoops, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford.

Going to College?

Student Loans Available Enniscorthy Credit Union supporting students and parents Enniscorthy Credit union ChILdCARE SERvICES IN WExFoRd

The financial boost comes at a key moment in Ireland’s move to accessible, affordable, quality childcare.

Minister Kehoe said: “I am delighted to announce that local childcare services will receive €163,542 in extra funding.

“The money will be used to provide more new childcare places, maintenance and building work as well as outdoor play areas and is available for immediate draw-down by providers here in Wexford.”

The Leaving Cert results are due soon and first round offers will be made. With most of our students having to leave County Wexford to gain a 3rd level education, Enniscorthy Credit union recognises that the cost of further education is a huge burden on most parents. Their Education Loans mean that parents and students alike can sort out the financial side of 3rd Level which leaves the student to concentrate on their studies.

Pat O’Shea, Chairman, commented that “Enniscorthy Credit Union wishes all Leaving Cert students success in their exam results, and their future whatever it may bring. We are always thinking about the needs of our community; in particular the financial needs and interests of the

The allocation is part of a national provision of 975 additional Special Needs Assistants which will be available for allocation to schools over the period September to December 2017, a 7.5% increase, in order to meet the level of assessed demand.

Pat O’Shea, Chairman

younger members of our community.

“Last year we lent over €985,000 in Education Loans to nearly 250 members of the credit union and we expect to surpass that this year. To avail of our Education Loan, the parent alone or the parent and student together must fulfil the criteria for borrow-

ing which entitles them to avail of the lower interest rate applying to Education Loans at Enniscorthy Credit Union.

“With access online to member accounts including payments in and out of your account now available, it is possible for our student members to remain with their local credit union and continue to avail of our services even when they are away at college.

“Our annual Scholarship Draw continues with a fund of €9,000 available to 1st year registered student members. With the regrettable passing of our long-serving staff member, Brenda O’Neill, who was a very strong advocate of the Scholarship Draw, from now on the yearly scholarship draw will be renamed The Brenda o’Neill Memorial Scholarship draw.” n

Offices at Enniscorthy, Ballmurn, Murrintown & Taghmon Enniscorthy Credit Union Limited Abbey Square, Enniscorthy 053 9233835 loans@enniscorthycu.ie www.enniscorthycu.ie www.facebook.com/enniscorthycu Loans subject to approval. Terms and Conditions apply. Enniscorthy Credit Union is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

REPRESENTATIvE ExAMPLE: €5,000 loan repayable over 3 years.

156 weekly payments of €35.03 Rate of Interest 6% p.a. variable Representative 6.2% APR Total Amount Payable €5,463.83

GOOD LUCK tO ALL StUDentS WItH tHeIr LeAVInG Cert reSULtS!

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“Home away from Home”

Interest/Aptitude Tests  C.A.O. & College Choices  C.V. & Interview Skills 

For more information visit www.whitneycareerguidance.com

Tel: 053 924 3030 Now taking bookings for 2017 / 2018

Pre School

Bridgemeadows, Milehouse Road, Enniscorthy

FREE CHILDCARE PLACES AVAILABLE FOR SEPTEMBER The Early Childhood Care & Education Scheme (ECCE) provides one year (38 Weeks) free Pre-school education to every child in Ireland aged between 3 years 2 months and 4 years 6 months on 1st September each year.

“Our aim at Little Treasures Pre-School is to ensure that our children begin National Primary School happy and confident, with a good educational grounding in their Personal, Social and Emotional development, Language, Creative & Physical development and understanding and appreciation of the world & different cultures”.

Last few Places remaining

Our Services include:

Open 9.30am - 12.30pm Monday to Friday Professional, Qualified & Experienced Staff Full time care (optional) available Stretch N Grow Classes Cookery & Dance BRAND NEW All Weather Outdoor Area Graduation Day & School Tour Extensive Curriculum & Development Programmes

The friendliness of home in a school based setting BOOK NOW TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT

All Enquiries Welcome Call 086 1678484 or 053 9238836

Milehouse Road, Enniscorthy. Tel (053) 9236969. E-mail furthereducation@evc.ie

Enniscorthy Vocational College of Further Education Post Leaving Cert/Further Education - Programme for 2017/2018

SChooL oF BuSINESS TEChNoLogy: Business Studies – QQI Level 5 Office Administration – QQI Level 5 SChooL oF EARLy ChILdhood EduCATIoN: Early Childhood Care & Education – QQI Level 5 Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Care & Education – QQI Level 6 Community Care (SNA) – QQI Level 5 SChooL oF huMANITIES: Tourism with Business – QQI Level 5 Travel Industry Studies – QQI Level 5, IAOT Legal Studies – QQI Level 5 Sport, Recreation & Exercise – QQI Level 5

SChooL oF SCIENCE & TEChNoLogy: Physiology & Health Science – QQI Level 5 Pre Third Level Science – QQILevel 5 Engineering Technology – QQI Level 5 SChooL oF CoSMETIC SCIENCE: Beauty Therapy – CIBTAC, ITEC & CIDESCO Hairdressing – Junior & Senior Trade QQI Level 5, City & Guilds SChooL oF PERFoRMINg ARTS: Performing Arts – Music – QQI Level 5 Media Production – QQI Level 5 SChooL oF NuRSINg: Nursing Studies – QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support – QQI Level 5

All courses are open to Post Leaving Certificate, over 18’s and mature students (those over 23).

ALL COURSES QUALIFY FOR MEANS TESTED MAINTENANCE GRANTS. For applications and information please phone (053) 9236969 or e-mail: furthereducation@evc.ie.

Prospective students can apply online at www.evc.ie by going into Further Education link.

Limited places still available

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Slaney Food & Drink

2 August 2017

Kenwood Junior Chefs Cookery Course in Joyces of Wexford!

Are your kids showing flair in the kitchen from a young age? If they are, then Joyces can help them improve their skills with their very popular Kenwood Junior Chefs Cookery Course.

The course is suitable for children aged between 5 and 12 years old, will help teach children a skill for life. The children will be taught how to cook a variety of dishes including starters, main courses, desserts, smoothies, cakes and breads.

The aim is to teach children from a young age how to bake at home and generate an interest in cooking and baking. At the cookery classes Joyces strive to create a fun, learning environment that is enjoyable, comfortable and safe for all the kids who attend.

The next course will run on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th August and there are two classes available, the morning

Are you interested in baking or making cakes? Would you like to be part of a little group/class for 'The Cookshop' at Smyth’s Arro, Enniscorthy, which will be starting up mid-September. The classes will run for two hours on every second Tuesday morning teaching a wide range of skills in a fun environment.

So if you would like to learn a new skill or hone an existing one, meet new people and get away from it all for a few hours, contact: 'The Cookshop Cakers' by email: janette@blossombakes.ie with 'Cookshop Cakers' as the subject line. Places will be limited so ensure to book your place soon to avoid disappointment.

class which runs from 10.30am to 12.00pm or the afternoon class which runs from 1.30pm to 3.00pm. The cost of the course is €35 for the two days.

There are lots of new and exciting recipes for this course and

each week the children will be able to take their baking home with them.

For further details on the course or to book a place please email marketing@joyces.ie or call 053-9170500. n

Pic: David Butler

‘The Wilds’ impresses Georgina Campbell!

Celebrity Chef, Catherine Fulvio, made a welcome visit to Enniscorthy in July to demonstrate her culinary skills as part of a full day of entertainment at the relaunched L o n d i s - To p p r e m i s e s a t Tomnalosset, Enniscorthy.

Georgina Campbell’s Ireland carries a nice recommendation for Enniscorthy’s The Wilds café: “When in Enniscorthy, it’s well worth climbing up the hill to the top of Weafer Street – here you’ll find Paula Asple’s and Simon Nelson’s delightful café, The Wilds, serving the the best local, Irish, seasonal, free-range and organic foods. A real gem.”

FOOD

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FOCUS

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Clonhaston, Enniscorthy Contact Billy at (087) 2749493 Fresh Chicken  Whole Chickens  Fillets  Kievs Maryland  Mexican Wraps  Turkey Breast _____________________________________________________

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ParTy Food: Goujons, Wedges, Chips, Cocktail Sausages, Prawns in Filo Pastry, Chicken drumsticks, Mini Spring rolls _____________________________________________________ BarBECuE: SteakBurgers, Chicken Kebabs, Sausages _____________________________________________________

and many more items at wholesale prices ✔ Focus on Quality… ✔ Focus on Service… ✔ Focus on Value…

Cooking with Catherine

ennISCorThy FooD MArKeTS FArMerS’ MArKeT: Every Sat. morning, Abbey Square.

And don’t forget to visit ennISCorThy CounTry MArKeT: Every Friday morning in the IFA Centre, Millpark Road.

Perfection at Pettitt’s

Enniscorthy Rockin’ Food Events See pages 16-17

Strange fruit!

Sean Davitt from Pairce Mhuire, Ferns, is pictured on left with his unusual apple tree.

Last month Sean noticed the apples were growing on one of his trees while at the same time one of the branches was still in bloom – 110 days after the rest of the tree was in bloom. While not unique it’s certainly an unusual occurrence. n

Cormac Pettitt (second from left) with colleagues and Checkout representatives.

For the third year in a row Pettitt's St. Aidan’s has won Best Local Champion at the Checkout Magazine Best in Fresh Awards. Well done also to Tony and his staff in St. Aidan’s who were finalists in the best meat category.

Cormac Pettitt of Pettitt’s SuperValu said, “We are

delighted to have won the ‘Best Local Champion’ award for the third year in a row.

We are very lucky to have a group of farmers and other food producers in the south east who are extremely passionate about their produce.

We are very proud of the culture we have developed in

our stores of supporting great quality local products. The feedback from our customers is that they love getting fresh, tasty, local products at the right price.”

Due to popular demand, Pettitt's on The Quay, Wexford, is now open on Sundays from 10am-6.30pm. n

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Slaney Business & Finance

Change at the top at Chamber on Wednesday 5th July enniscorthy & District Chamber of Commerce held its Annual General Meeting at its new premises on Templeshannon Quay and elected a new President. Maree Lyng, Vice President since 2015, took over the reins from outgoing President John o’Leary.

Maree is no stranger to the business, cultural, social and voluntary community of Enniscorthy having been active in all modes since coming to the town in 1986 and is also wellknown in Wexford GAA circles being the mother of Diarmuid (Gizzy) and Ciaran Lyng along with brothers David and Michael.

Originally f ro m Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny, Maree comes from a retail background, her family owning a drapery shop – Galways of Thomastown. She married Michael Lyng and was transfered to AIB, Enniscorthy, in 1986 under David Quaid and worked her way up from cash teller to local Branch Manager.

She has been a member of the

ATTENTION !

Businesses that wish to have their details uploaded or updated on the Enniscorthy Tourism website please contact: admin@enniscorthychamber.ie or call 053 9232006.

Also if you are organising any interesting events please feel free to pass the details on and Enniscorthy Tourism will do its best to promote them for you!

For information about advertising on the Slaney news Business Pages please call 087-2403310

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www.slaneynews.com Enniscorthy & District Chamber of Commerce officials and members celebrate Maree Lyng’s election as President.

Pic: Cathy Keane.

John O’Leary hands the Enniscorthy & District Chamber’s presidential chain of office to Maree Lyng.

Pic: Cathy Keane.

Enniscorthy Chamber of Commerce since 2010 and also works with the Rockin’ Food Festival and the Brooklyn Committee.

This lovely lady with the ready smile will bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to her new role. Her vision or Mission Statement for Enniscorthy & District Chamber of Commerce is to promote and improve the business environment, stimulate a vibrant local economy and produce a cooperative effort to enhance the overall quality of life in the area.

Maree sees Enniscorthy & District Chamber as a most diverse, dedicated and talented group of people working together to build and nurture a healthy business environ-

A SIGN OF CONFIDENCE IN ENNISCORTHY Permission has just been granted to Enniscorthy Passive Developments Ltd for a 52-unit residential development at Greenville Lane, Enniscorthy, comprising 10 dormer bungalows, 17 twostorey houses, 13 two-storey houses with attic room and 6 duplex-types comprising 6 ground floor apartments with 6 maisonettes above, a new pedestrian and vehicular entrance road, an access link to Madeira Wood, and all internal ancillary roads and site development works, including connection to existing public sewerage systems and public water supply.

CHAMBER EVENTS Sept 6th Wednesday 7.30am. AIB Wake up Wednesday: Topic: Positive Mental Health - Mind Yourself!

Guest speaker: Linda Thorpe, Mental Health Ireland.

Sep 21st Thursday: Enniscorthy Chamber Fundraising night at Enniscorthy Greyhound Track.

Sep 27th Wednesday: Networking Lunch at Kilcannon Garden Centre Restaurant with guest speaker Phil Walker, on topic of the Greensave Programme. enniscorthy & District Chamber of Commerce.

Portsmouth house, Templeshannon. Tel: 053-9232006.

Mon to Fri 9.00am – 5.30pm. admin@enniscorthychamber.ie www.enniscorthychamber.ie

ment and promote cultural advancement and social harmony in the town and its environs and she is very much looking forward to working with them over the next couple of years. Maree has been VicePresident to John O’Leary for the past two years and says ‘John’s commitment and leadership has been outstanding and I hope to further develop and bring to fruition some of the ideas and actions that John has already put in motion.’

At the recent AGM Maree welcomed as many as five former Chamber Presidents and s a i d , ‘ We a re b l e s s e d i n Enniscorthy to have the full support of our former Presidents and each brings their own individual experience and expertise to the Council table.’

‘I am delighted’, Maree went on, 'to advise that our team of Vice-President Michael O’Leary of Sherry Fitzgerald O’Leary Kinsella, Treasurer Connie Doyle , Secretary Margot Banville Hogan are committed to their two years with me and I wish to sincerely thank them for their dedication and work behind the scenes.'

Maree also had a word of thanks for Eugene T. Doyle Accountants and Shiel Kinnear Accountants for continuing to work with and on behalf of the Chamber. Maree also said she is looking forward to working with the dynamic CEO of the Chamber, Catriona Murphy, as we head into a most exciting and positive time for Enniscorthy and District.

Maree outlined plans to

hold at least four meetings apart from the AGM for all of the Chamber membership to attend.

'This should ensure that we are always relevant and important in your business strategies', she said.

'On Friday last I met with Larry McHale, the Engineer on the Enniscorthy Flood Defence Scheme,’ Maree told AGM, 'to discuss timelines on our town’s development. He advises that there has been over a million euro spent already on site investigation works, traffic managment, ecology surveys and we should have a Public Display for the Scheme by November 2017.’

Maree extended an invitation to all to visit the new Chamber o ff i c e s at Templeshannon Quay where

infomation and advice for new start-ups and existing businesses is available, and concluded by thanking all of the people of Enniscorthy and District for the support that they have always given her and says that she is indeed honoured now as President to serve the business community and all our towns in the District.

Maree is a hard-working and charming lady with the ability to get things done efficiently and well with minimum disruption and the greatest respect for people and their concerns. She understands both people and business and that can only be good for the Chamber and the town. I would like to take this opportunity to wish her well in her new endeavour.

– Maria Nolan

Bunclody gets networking

Volunteers outside Bunclody’s new tourist office.

If you would like to help out in the new office, please email visitbunclody@gmail.com on 26th June, Bunclody Town Team in conjunction with Wexford County Council and Carlow County Council held a Business networking event for Bunclody-based businesses in the Millrace hotel in Bunclody.

An appreciative audience of more than 80 attendees was addressed by a number of speakers, including local business people Fiona Cousins from Our Back Yard Jams and Mary O’Neill from O’Neills Dry Cure Bacon Co. who shared their success stories. Also in attendance was David Fitzsimons

from Retail Excellence while MC on the night was Daniel O’Reilly.

The event was organised by B u n c l o d y To w n Te a m ’ s Enterprise Support Committee, headed by local businessman Joe O’Reilly from SuperValu. It is part of the Bunclody REDZ programme, a joint initiative of Wexford and Carlow County Councils, in conjunction with the community of the Bunclody area, to promote enterprise and employment in Bunclody Town and hinterland.

The REDZ initiative is part of the Government’s pro-

gramme for Rural Development and its purpose is to stimulate economic activity and improve living standards in rural areas. Under the 2016 REDZ scheme, Bunclody was awarded €100,000 funding with Wexford County Council providing an additional €25,000.

Businesses attending the event had a chance to network with other businesses, apply for business training supports (for existing and proposed businesses) and were given information on upcoming business grants. The focus in

Bunclody now is very much about working together and helping each other and the Town Team’s recently created Facebook page “Bunclody Means Business” will be used to promote local businesses and upcoming events.

Representatives from Wexford and Carlow Local Enterprise Offices and Enniscorthy & District Chamber of Commerce attended the event and offered to assist any of those in attendance with assistance and support.

Check out the Bunclody Town Team Facebook Page. n

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Tourism is thriving in Wexford on 19th June last, Visit Wexford hosted a tourism networking and information day at Wexford County Council’s headquarters in Carricklawn.

The purpose of the event was to provide a networking opportunity to those involved in Wexford’s thriving tourism industry and to offer attendees advice and assistance in growing their respective tourism offerings.

Speaking at the event, Chairman of Visit Wexford, Colm Neville, invited everyone in the room to engage and work with Visit Wexford and to get in touch via hello@visitwexford.ie “We are working hard to collaborate and promote Wexford and to cross-sell all that we have to offer” said Colm. “We have come a long way since 2010 when Visit Wexford was established and we would like to continue this progress. We want to highlight all that is good and all that there is to do in Wexford and we are inviting all of you involved in tourism or interested in growing tourism in Wexford to come on board and join us in this mission.”

Louise Jordan from TL Marketing outlined the details of Visit Wexford’s 2017 marketing strategy. She told the

audience that Visit Wexford is rolling out a national radio and press campaign this summer promoting Wexford as ‘the’ place to visit, with the camp a i g n c e n t re d a ro u n d a ‘Wexford Summer’ and creating everlasting memories.

Louise also pointed out that Visit Wexford has recently hosted a number of high-profile journalists on press trips to County Wexford including the Sunday Independent, Irish Examiner, Sunday World and the Mail on Sunday. Promotions to date have included national radio, print and television together with outdoor advertising in Dublin, including Luas Columns and Bus Supersides.

There is also a strong digital and social media campaign to drive traffic to the county’s tourism website - visitwexford.ie.

A n e w 6 4 - p a g e Vi s i t Wexford Guide has also been produced with the support of the tourism industry and Wexford County Council. The detailed publication highlights the events taking place during 2017 and also outlines the Wexford offering under the very successful Ireland’s Ancient East initiative. The guide has been distributed across the county and at trade shows including Bloom in the Phoenix

Park, The Holiday World Show in Dublin and Belfast and Balmoral in Lisburn.

The number of visitors to the Visit Wexford website has increased by 11% over the last 12 months with the website continuing to attract visitors from home and abroad. In May and June 2017, Visit Wexford had over 2 million impressions through their Google ad campaign which has resulted in a substantial increase in the Visit Wexford brand online as well as offline.

Those attending Monday’s event also heard details of a campaign which was recently rolled out in conjunction with Tourism Ireland, Rosslare Europort, Stena Line and Irish Ferries to promote Wexford to markets all across the UK. Tourism Officer, Siobhan O’Neill said, “Wexford tourism is booming in the domestic market, Wexford is leading the way in the Southeast region and is currently the county attracting the highest number of domestic visitors. Wexford has room to grow in terms of attracting more international visitors and it is thought Ireland’s Ancient East is the ideal tourism product, which will enable Wexford to attract more international visitors.” n

Market Day at the Festival.

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Jim Campbell at his photo exhibition and talk in Enniscorhy Library.

Pic: Maria Nolan.

Well known and celebrated Wexford photographer, Jim Campbell, presented his most recent exhibition – Journey Into the Unknown – at enniscorthy Library on Thursday 20th July giving the large attendance an insight into war-torn Syria and Iraq.

As a photographic journalist with the Wexford Echo newspapers for the past sixteen years, Jim Campbell has travelled the length and breadth of the country covering all major events along with all those in the county, and his creativity and thought-provoking images have brought him both national and international recognition appearing in many national newspapers, magazines and publications throughout Ireland and the UK. In 2015 Jim presented his exhibition Divided at the Wexford Arts Centre, a wonderful collection of photographic work from his widespread travels through Israel and the West Bank.

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Aleppo Exhibition at the Library was launched by Minister Paul Kehoe who has visited Syria on many occasions in his capacity as Minister for Defence and said that the first thing you notice is the children, ‘I watched five or six kids playing football on the Golan Heights and then shelling began and all of a sudden the children just disappeared.’

Minister Kehoe complimented Jim and the organisation he travels with, SOS, for the work they are doing making people aware of the everyday struggle of life for the ordinary people in war-torn areas of the world.

Jim says that his main purpose in travelling to the conflict areas of the Middle East – Iraq and Syria, was to photograph ‘those who were left behind, those who couldn`t get out’.

‘Many people have left Syria because they could afford to but I wanted to see how the ones who were left behind were coping.’

His photographs tell the story of war, separation and a

land divided as we watch images of the destruction to towns, villages, Christian churches and cemeteries but they also tell the story of life and hope as we see children smiling for the camera, holding hands and playing together on bombed-out streets.

Jim tells us the very human story behind his images and instantly they become real to us – no longer imprints on a screen but almost someone we know.

Jim’s images manage to involve us, the viewer, with the people he has met, their stories and their daily struggle living with the ravages of war. One of those ordinary people is a man called Vahan Veghian who has written eighteen poems about his tormented existence in a war zone, he has dispaired of ever getting them published so Jim Campbell is hoping to assist him to do so.

Congratulations to Jim on this wonderful exhibition which captures the reality of war for those at the coalface.

– Maria Nolan

Celebrating 40 years Streams of Bunclody Festival July 2017 – Pics: Jarlath Judge

L-R: Edel Gahan, James Browne, Paul Kehoe, Joe Healy and James Kehoe celebrating 40 years of Co. Wexford IFA Farm Centre, on Mill Park Road, Enniscorthy.

Call for action on Rosslare Europort

Bird’s eye view of the Festival.

Pic: Jarlath Judge. www.jarlathjudge.com

O’Neill’s Bacon stall.

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Shauna Hever performing at the Festival. Pic: Jarlath Judge. www.jarlathjudge.com

Fianna Fáil TD for Wexford James Browne has criticised the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Shane ross, for his refusal to publish a report into the legislative status of rosslare europort.

The report was commissioned in 2013 by the then Minister for Transport Leo

Varadkar. Deputy Browne said, “This report was commissioned with the aim of identifying ways to harness the true potential of Irish ports. Despite numerous requests to publish the report by economic consultants Indecon, the Minister has to date refused to reveal the contents of the report.

“Rosslare Europort is critical for the future of the Irish economy post-Brexit. Wexford is uniquely placed to take advantage of Brexit and bolster our country’s global trade links. However this can only occur if the Government actively supports Rosslare Europort in the years ahead,” concluded Deputy Browne. n

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With the approach of autumn, many people will be setting up bird tables and feeders in their gardens to provide food for wild birds and, in return, to get pleasure from seeing them up close. The talk comprises an introduction to the many species that one is likely to see in gardens in and around Enniscorthy together with information on feeding and participating in an annual survey organised by BirdWatch Ireland to monitor the species that turn up.

Jim Hurley is a well-known environmentalist with a particular interest in natural habitats.

Admission is free and all are welcome, if you require additional support to fully participate please contact the librarian on 053-9236055.

with the Moyne Veterinary Hospital Joe Kavanagh with some thoughts following a trip to Kerry.

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I headed down to Kerry recently and was privileged enough to link up with a local outside of Kilarney who took me and the lads out onto an island on the lower lake of Killarney. There we watched the deer, the does with their fawns feed and wander no distance ahead of us. He was telling me that in April, the females, heavily pregnant, swim out from the mainland to this island to give birth. They stay here to graze and rear their young during the summer months until they are hardy enough to make the journey back to the mainland. It must take them a half hour or more to make this arduous journey and the genius of knowing where and when to go .

It’s safe and fairly free from natural predators except man’s intrusions which you’d hope just extends to nosey tourists and iPhone shots.

It got me thinking of the journeys that swallows make from North Africa all the way back to the same sheds and barns as the previous year, eels swimming from the Sargasso sea all the way to our rivers, salmon swimming the Atlantic all the way to spawning grounds up our rivers and lakes. We label this as instinct and think no more about it but these creatures are so in touch with the natural rhythms of our dear Mother Earth that they understand and read the signs. It’s not Kiltealy 15 kms but its pretty impressive when you really stop to think of what really is happening.

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If a picture tells a thousand words… Ibar Carty chronicles the 20th century in Enniscorthy & beyond Ibar Carty has opened up his vast photo archives to the Slaney News. In this 74th of a series, Ibar shares two photos taken in 1966. If you can identify any of the people featured in these photos, the Slaney News and Ibar would be delighted to hear from you at slaneynews@gmail.com. Thank you.

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doN’T forgeT: Ibar SpeCIalISeS IN reCopyINg aNd reSTorINg old phoToS. Call IN aNy TIme for more INformaTIoN. LEFT and abovE: 2 photos of Mercy Convent Concert taken

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A local contributor looks at life today in Enniscorthy and beyond electric cars According to all reports we will all be driving electric or hybrid cars within 20 years or so. It appears that these vehicles are the answer to the emissions crisis we are told that we are facing.

There are as many opinions on this issue as there are people on the planet but the prevailing view is that unless something is done shortly we will all be evaporated at some stage in the future.

Speaking for myself, I reckon that I and my generation will be long gone before disaster strikes, as will our grandchildren, but I imagine that there is a lurking danger out there somewhere. It strikes me that regardless of anything we may or not do in little Ireland the impact on the globe will be minimal. Even if we succeeded in the impossible of having no emissions whatever from this island, the global effect would be nil. It is the large countries like China, Russia and the United States which between them pump up billions of tons of toxic discharge into the atmosphere each year who will eventually decide the future of this planet.

A more immediate effect of the introduction of electric or hybrid cars over the next twenty

years or so will be the future of the petrol stations situated throughout the length and breadth of the country. These stations currently offer a tremendous service to travellers of our highways and byways and indeed on the periphery of our towns and villages. They have small shops which sell almost anything from an anchor to a needle and provide this type of service right into the unsocial hours when town stores are closed. The main attraction of these stores is that they sell petrol or diesel and if that is removed one would assume that a huge proportion of their business will go down the drain. That is unless some method of a quick charge for electric cars can be found which will then attract quick stops at these stations. I can never see people pulling in to a charging point and hanging around for hours waiting for their vehicle to charge. Therefore something new will have to be innovated to keep business going at these centres.

It will be interesting to hang around to see what is going to happen.

Another issue is surely going to be as to how we can provide the energy necessary to power

Pic: ©Joseph Doyle

View from the Hill these vehicles. Electricity in itself is produced by fossil fuels in the main and this gibberish talk about wind energy and wave energy is pie in the sky. All we have to do is look at the ridiculous slow pace of getting broadband out across this country and ask ourselves how long would the introduction to the energy grid of wind or wave power in sufficient volume take to power our normal needs much less all these extra cars, lorries, public transport busses and trains etc. The harsh reality is that if we want to get rid of fossil fuel dependence the only thing to do is to

reconsider nuclear energy. So I will leave that one with you. rOadwOrks We all know that roadworks need to be carried out. The question is when they should be done.

Take for instance the closing of roads for resurfacing. In many cases it is difficult to see as to why this work could not be carried out overnight rather than during business hours. There is also the issue of the time of year that such operations are undertaken.

Around Enniscorthy at the moment there is a significant number of road closures due to

the passage of the Enniscorthy Bypass. These closures are very necessary so as not to impede the progress of this project. However, normal upgrading work could be and should be better managed.

Take for instance the latest works on Wexford Bridge. This operation which will go on for weeks will affect many of our readers in that part of the county.

Apparently, a single-lane traffic system will be in place for the months of August and September, two of the busiest months of the year. This will cause total havoc in an area that has been blighted by roadworks, literally for years, as anyone who travels the Wexford Castlebridge road will verify. Sometimes it’s difficult to fathom the thinking behind some of these decisions. rOadside art Speaking of roads brings to mind the issue of so-called roadside art.

We are all by now familiar with these massive iron , mostly rusty and dirty looking, or other monstrosities along our national primary roads. Apparently a condition of getting structural grants for these new roads is that a percentage of the road cost is devoted to roadside art.

Yet if a local business puts a sign next or near a primary road it is removed by the council because it is a distraction to drivers on such fast roads. Planning permission applications for such signs would of course be refused.

And of course there is merit in that. Such signs could be dangerous as drivers try to read them as they travel at up to 120 kilometres per hour. However, I’m always puzzled as to how it is determined that some or all of this artwork is not a similar distraction to drivers.

Overheard in the Pub I was having a quiet drink in the pub the other night and couldn’t help overhear the following conversation between two fellows sitting at the counter. One of them says, “I can’t take it anymore, every time I have an argument with the wife she becomes historical.” The other guy says, “You mean hysterical.” “No,” says the first fellow, “I mean historical, every time we have an argument she’ll go, I still remember the time when you…” n We are often asked: Who is the “View from the Hill” columnist?

All we can say is that the author’s surname is NOT Doyle!

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BUNCLODY… indOOr market Bunclody’s indoor market with over a dozen local food producers, artisans and craftspeople comes together every Saturday to offer their wares at St. Aidan's Hall in Irish Street from 11am to 2pm. Part of the appeal for those attending is the availability of tea and coffee in a fireside setting allowing locals and visitors alike to meet up, relax and and have a chat. bunclOdy library For a full listing of events see Bunclody Library’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook. com/BunclodyLibrary/events where you can sign up for the monthly what’s on e-newsletter.

Also see the website:

http://www.wexford.ie/wex/D epartments/Library/WhatsOn/ art bank bunclOdy Follow ARTBANK on Facebook for updates on all the happenings in Bunclody’s dynamic art scene.

bingO Every Wednesday night in River’s Edge at 9:00pm. €200 donated each month to a local charity.

alcOhOlics anOnymOus Local Meetings are held on Tuesdays & Saturdays at 8.30pm in Brennan’s Market Square.

bunclOdy/kilmyshall drama grOuP The local drama group is presenting its summer show "Mary Mary" – a hilarious one-act comedy from Monday 31st July Thursady 3rd August at 8.00pm in Redmond's Loft, Main Street.

Booking is available by text only at 085 1232576.

Parish OFFice Will be closed for holidays from Monday 31st July - Friday 11th August. The office will re-open on Monday 14th August.

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whist Monday nights St. Aidan’s Hall.

FERnS: on Sunday 11th June a group of Ferns locals gathered in Tombrack to walk the old Mass Path route from Tombrack to Ferns.

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itself. A meeting for all who are organising the barbecue will take place at 11am on Saturday 5th August at the school. buns needed All foodstuffs for the barbecue after the Patron will be supplied by the parish. One area that parishioners might like to help with is in the baking of buns. Should you be willing to bake buns for the day, you are asked to drop them to the school for noon on Sunday 6th August. Organisers of the barbecue will be getting themselves sorted at this time and will be available to accept produce at the school. n

eXciting cultural Plans FOr the market hOuse gorey’s cultural research and development association (Opengorey) has submitted exciting cultural plans for the redevelopment of the market house in a comprehensive document entitled ‘gorey’s cultural centre’.

The document contains an ambitious and inclusive cultural vision for the town of Gorey which would retain it

BARNTOWN… PatrOn The Patron takes place on Sunday 6th August with Mass at 2pm in the graveyard.

As a gesture of gratitude for the immense support that the parish received this year in the Mayoral contest, a barbecue for parishioners (free of charge) will take place in the newly-constructed pitch at the school. A child-friendly event, it will be free burgers, sausages, ice cream and juice for all.

Following refreshments, the pitch and the astroturf pitch will be blessed and officially opened by the Mayor (His Worship Mr. Tom Dempsey) in a short ceremony on the pitch

2017 kennedy summer schOOl PrOgramme Ian Paisley MP, Bertie Ahern, Director of Speech Writing for President Obama Cody Keenan, Bob Shrum, RTE’s Washington Correspondent Caitriona Perry, Ryan Tubridy, Bressie, politicians, news correspondents and leading global academics will all join in the discussions billed for the annual Kennedy Summer School which is set to take place in New Ross, Co. Wexford, this September 7th to 9th 2017.

The 2017 Summer School will discuss topical issues in Irish and U.S. politics with expert speakers from both sides of the Atlantic. More than 35 guest speakers will participate on a wide range of different subjects and organisers say that Brexit and Ireland’s relationship with the U.S. will obviously feature prominently.

For further details and tickets for the 2017 events see kennedysummerschool.ie or call St. Michael’s Theatre on 051 421255. n

GOREY… gorey’s much-loved market house is an integral part of the fabric of main street, gorey, and has had a prominent place in the history, heritage and culture of the town since it was constructed in the early 18th century.

Wexford County Council is now seeking to restore the prominence of the Market House building as a focal point on Gorey’s Main Street and to further develop its relationship with the commercial life and public realm of the town. With this in mind, the Council has commenced a process to support the reinvestment and redevelopment of the Market House. It now invites submissions from the public that will guide the Council in their efforts to secure a sustainable use for the Market House and adjoining lands.

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for the benefit of Gorey’s cultural practitioners and audiences. It calls for the County Council to view the Market House as more than an isolated ‘space’ or ‘place’ by developing it into a cultural nucleus for building a much broader, creative cluster of many cultural spaces and places around the town. Its vision is to create a professional, cultural management facility, with the aim of fostering a vibrant cultural community, where art, culture, knowledge and community meet.

In terms of facilities, Gorey’s Cultural Centre would house a project space for emerging and professional cultural practitioners in the upper chamber; Artists, Curators, Musicians, Filmmakers, Performers, Writers, Critics and Cultural Audiences.

On the ground floor would be a Culture Café for people to meet, including a Locals Gallery and Cultural Information Hub. The Culture Café would open out onto the Culture Yard to the rear, which would act as a transient cultural space for pop-ups, urban gardens, markets/fairs, street feasts and intimate gigs/performances.

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Final twO talks in series at hOOk lighthOuse in aid OF helen blake PrOject Jimmy FitzGibbon of New Ross Historical Society will take to the podium on Wednesday, August 9th, and he will host a talk titled ‘It said it on paper – New Ross Standard, May 5th 1916.’

Jimmy is a member of the New Ross Historical Society and he is custodian of what has become known as the ‘Cavanagh Collection’.

Cavanagh, a harness maker from North St in New Ross, had a keen interest in early photography in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, and has left about 1,500 glass plate negatives of remarkably high quality giving a unique view of his life and times in the area.

He also had a magic lantern, a device that preceded the cinema, and in the collection there are 100’s of lantern slides of interest, from the route to India via the newly-opened Suez Canal to some originals of the fatal Scott expedition in 1910 to the Antarctic by Ponting, the official photographer of the trip.

And taking the series of summer talks to a close on Wednesday, August 16th, is Professor J. Ray Bates, Adjunct Professor of Meteorology, UCD when he will discuss, “Climate change: planetary emergency or long-term threat?”

Prof. Ray Bates grew up in Kilmore Quay and is a past pupil of St. Peter’s College, Wexford, where he was a classmate of the late Dr. Billy Colfer.

He obtained a B.Sc. in Physics from UCD and a Ph.D. in meteorology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has worked at Met Eireann, was a senior scientist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Centre, a professor of meteorology at the University of Copenhagen and is now Adjunct Professor of Meteorology at UCD. He is a member of the Royal Irish Academy.

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by Caroline Kidd

the skoda kodiaq is skoda’s first suv and skoda was building the hype for this new model for months before it finally arrived in ireland earlier in 2017.

The Skoda PR machine was in overdrive but now that the Kodiaq is here and we’ve had a proper chance to experience it on Irish roads, the hype seems duly authorised.

The Skoda Kodiaq is aimed squarely at the family market and with five or seven seats depending on specification, and prices starting from a headline €28,795, the Kodiaq is certainly worth a closer look.

That headline figure is for an entry level, five seat, 1.4litre TSI 125hp petrol model.

Diesels start from €35,495.

To turn your Kodiaq into a seven seater, it’s an extra €1,000 on the list price.

There is a lot on offer here. Built on the Volkswagen Group’s modular MQB platform, the Skoda Kodiaq follows that great Skoda tradition of being enormous inside.

And while there are a lot of rival seven seat MPVs

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that offer similar space, the Kodiaq is wrapped in a far more desirable package with the kerb appeal of an SUV. The Kodiaq has the sort of attitude that implies that it would not look out of place in a field or forest, or pulling something like a caravan or horse box.

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In terms of engines for new Kodiaq, the range kicks off with a 1.4-litre turbo petrol unit with 125bhp (manual) or 150bhp (DSG automatic). The 2.0-litre diesel comes with 150 or 190bhp, with the higher powered version reserved for DSG 4×4 models. The best for economy is the 2.0litre TDI 150hp DSG returning up to 58mpg with motor tax of €280 per year.

My test car was powered by the 2.0-litre 150hp diesel with a manual gearbox. It feels powerful enough in the Kodiaq and it’s not too noisy. On the road, the Kodiaq may be large but it doesn’t feel too unwieldy and there is a pleasant light feel to all the controls. There is body roll in corners but the car grips so well that it is all really well contained. The

steering weights up well on the open road, and while the Kodiaq is by no means a sporty drive the steering offers enough resistance for the Kodiaq to be a safe and predictable drive. You will feel a little bit of the bumps and ruts that you will find around town at low speeds, but generally the Kodiaq rides comfortably and smoothly.

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enniscorthy eye young Ferns native, stacey breen, had the pleasure last month of knocking the king of irish country music, n a t h a n c a r t e r, o ff itunes’ irish country no. 1 spot as well as beating taylor swift to the top of the chart.

Stacey went to No. 1 with her version of Shania Twain’s hit song, Honey I’m Home. Stacey said that as soon as she heard this song she always knew that one day she would record it. Stacey can add this to her previous four No.1 hits: Up, When I Look at You, I Fall to Pieces, and Blue.

The fact that she’s still only 15 years old is a great achievement. She recorded this track at Temple Lane Studios and has toured with the likes of Philiomena Begley and Ray Lynam and has sung with Mary Byrne of X-Factor fame. Well done Stacey.

You can get Stacey’s singles on iTunes and you can also download from www.staceybreenmusic.com another wexford artist who has recorded a new cd in recent weeks is davidstown’s barry murphy with his new hit song davy Fitz.

It was recorded for the Leinster final and all proceeds go to the Davidstown primary school – a good cause.

Barry is probably better known as the frontman with local cover band Nero but this is a solo recording. it’s been a busy few months for several local acts as they have been in the studios recording material and launching new cds. One example is husband and wife duo, kj mcevoy and aileen mythen, better known nowadays as the remedy club.

They’ve launched their new single, Come On, from their forthcoming album. The single was launched in Café Fusion in Wexford recently with special guests Eleanor McEvoy, sister of KJ, and The Man Whom (aka The Remedy Club Ian Doyle). This song is a catchy number with Aileen’s vocals and KJ’s guitar playing doing it justice. The single is on iTunes.

Aileen and KJ’s new album is entitled Lovers, Legends and Lost Causes.

This is their first CD as The Remedy Club as they were previously known as B and the Honey Boy. They have a number of dates pencilled in the diary for late summer and early autumn. mick comerford and michelle murphy have released why don’t we Just dance and are currently back in the recording studio recording a follow-up single and album. best of luck to joe davitt with his new single, bye bye Love.

– Joseph doyle

2 August 2017

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congratuLations  Congrats to all involved in the ambitious project – The Buddy Holly Story currently running in The Presentation Centre (30 and 31 July and 1,2,3 and matinee on 6 August).  We d d i n g bells: Congratulations to David O’Brien and Crystal Canavan who were married recently in St Senan’s church and held their reception in the Riverside Park Hotel.  Happy 21st to Shauna Murphy who celebrated her 21st recently with a party for family and friends in Joe Doyle’s lounge.  Happy 18th to Joe Harris who celebrated his 18th recently with a party in

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Best wishes to the new Enniscorthy Musical Society Committee headed up by Chairman, Jim Kealy.

Congrats to all involved in the upcoming Rockin’ Food Festival – it’s shaping up to be a brilliant weekend, 4-6th August.

Congrats to local publican, Fintan Kelly, who made his movie debut with a major role in Release, which was premiered recently at the Galway Film Festival.

Well done to the Wexford hurling team on reaching the All-Ireland quarter finals and giving us plenty to cheer about in 2017.

– Joseph doyle

new businesses  Congratulations to Killian and Julie Lett of Lett’s Brewery who have taken over Reids Off-licence from Donal and Pat Reid who have retired from business.  Best wishes to young Patrick Murphy who is running the new Slaneyside Carpets business on Templeshannon Quay. Patrick is the fourth generation of Murphys in

the business as his grandfather, Patrick Widgie, took over from Patrick’s greatg r a n d f a t h e r, J i m m y Murphy.  Good luck to the new Pet Depot premises beside Grant’s Pharmacy at the Duffry.  Best of luck to The Saucy Butcher now open at the Duffry.

– Joseph doyle

regular events: traditional irish music night every Friday at Stamps. treacy’s hotel – Live music every Fri (Davitts), Sat and Sun nights in main bar. sunday night sessions at Benedicts, plus disco. benedicts disco – Friday, Saturday, Sunday. dbar – Saturday night DJ – 70s & 80s night. toss kavanaghs: Live music every weekend. alba restaurant: Background live music this summer – “Alba Restaurant” on Facebook.

Popovici’s: Live music or DJs at weekends. rock ‘n’ roll jive classes every Weds at The Bailey. Beginners at 7.30pm, Advanced 8.45pm. Freestyle after with DJ Lew Boogie from 10pm. €5. the Presentation centre – See their website.

lOOking ahead:  See main entertainment listing page 15.  The Buddy Holly Story continues its run in The Presentation Centre on 2, 3, 6 August (the latter date is a matinee).  Summer Drama in Gorey Little Theatre every Thursday and Tuesday at 8.30pm in August. The Odd Couple (female version) by Neil Simon, directed by Stephen Acton.  Enniscorthy Greyhound Track. Racing every Monday and Thursday evening.  Rockin’ Food Fest. Enniscorthy. August 4th to 6th.  Sunday 6th August: 1798 style battle re-enactment 12pm to 1pm at Enniscorthy Castle. Experience the sights, sounds and smell of battle. Cheer on the rebels of Enniscorthy Historical Re-enactment Society as they storm the Castle and take it back from the Crown Forces of the redcoats (re-enacted by Lord Edward’s Own from Monasterevin).  Catch the steam train arriving in Enniscorthy Station from Dublin on Sunday 6th August at 13.20 and departing at 13.30 for Wexford before returning to Enniscorthy at 16.40 and departing again for Dublin at 16.55. Return fare from Enniscorthy to Wexford is €14 for adults and €8 for childen under 16. Tickets can be got on www.rockinfoodfestival.com  The Wayside Players, better known as Blackwater Drama Group, present their summer shows in the Levers’ Bar, Blackwater. Fledged and Flown and None the Wiser are two one-acts on Wed 2nd, 16th and 30th, and Sat 12th, and Friday 25th August. While their three-act play The Lost Weekend runs on Friday 4th and 18th, Wed 9th and 23rd of August and finishes on Sept 2nd.  Aaron Byrne Memorial Run for modified and classic cars. 20th August. Bunclody GAA grounds. €20 per car including raffle ticket and BBQ voucher. Entertainment provided.  Enniscorthy RFC V Gorey RFC - White Colllar Boxing. After knocking lumps out of each other for years on the rugby field, Enniscorthy and Gorey RFC's will once again go toe to toe… this time in a boxing ring to claim bragging rights going into the new rugby season.

Amber Springs Hotel, Friday August 25th at 7pm. Tickets €20.  Barn Dance in Byrnes of Bree Grainstore. 26th August. 10pm ‘til late.

Music by Wrecking Ball and DJ.  The Field by John B. Keane, St Michael’s Theatre, New Ross, 12-13 October. remaining Festivals in enniscOrthy 2017…

Folk & Ballad Fest: Treacys Hotel, 25th, 26th, 27th August, 2017.

Blackstairs Blues Festival: 8th, 9th, 10th September 2017.

Santa’s Enchanted Castle: 25th November – 23rd December 2017.

– Joseph doyle

Cousins: Yours truly with Wexford’s outstanding full-back, Liam Ryan.

bean and goose! bean and goose is a small, independent, thriving business in Ferns. it is a chocolate firm making craft chocolate and is owned by karen and natalie keane.

Like Ronseal, Bean and Goose does exactly what it says on the tin (or wrapper!)

– they make premium chocolate based in the Co. Wexford countryside.

They are a single origin chocolate brand, inspired by Irish designers, food producers etc to create exciting

and beautiful chocolate. Bean and Goose reflects contemporary Ireland, its flavours and its people.

Bean and Goose will be holding chocolate workshops at The Wilds, in Enniscorthy, on Saturday 5th August, 2pm to 3pm, and 3.30pm to 4.30pm, as part of the Rockin’ Food Festival. Cost €15.

Bean and Goose, Last Tree Farm, Ballydonigan, Ferns, Co. Wexford. www.beanandgoose.ie – Joseph doyle

saved! there was some good news recently as the enniscorthy musical society (ems) was saved from extinction by a new committee being formed at an egm.

The EGM was called after group member James Dobbs put out a call for people to come forward and save the

long-established society. His call was answered by a large turnout who did not want to see the group disappear from town – that would have been a cultural disaster.

We can now look forward to a great show from EMS next year.

– Joseph doyle

cystic Fibrosis news head 2 head walk 2017 - Sunday 24th September, in aid of Cystic Fibrosis Ireland.

The 24 mile route will take in the beautiful surrounds of Dublin Bay, starting at Howth Dart Station and finishing in Bray at The Royal Hotel. Team Mason from Co. Wexford will be taking part.

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Supporting us supporting them another very successful race night was held at enniscorthy dog track for the wexford gaa supporters club on thursday 6th july as fans from all over the county, the young and the not so young turned out in numbers to support the progress and advancement of all wexford teams, male and female.

Clubs from all around the county took part in the mini games expertly organised by Marguerite Furlong and her Coiste Committee, providing mega entertainment for the punters between races, along with some very proud mammies and daddies.

The county players, both hurlers and footballers, were a major attraction, with kids of all ages clambering to get jerseys, hurls and balls signed and have their photographs taken beside their heroes and with McCauley’s Chemist on site printing the photos for

Podge doran, Shaun Murphy and barry Carton with a group of fans.

Pic: Maria Nolan.

Well done to Slaney Olympic’s Enda Cloake who won a National Bronze Medal on Saturday 22nd July in the 3,000m Steeplechase at the Irish Life Health National Championships in Morton Stadium, Santry, in a time of 10.13.61.

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t h e m a rt i n d O y l e hurling tOurnament: My father, the late Martin Doyle, a passionate advocate of the game of hurling, would have been well pleased to see the huge turnout at Bellefield GAA last month for the tenth U-10 hurling tournament in his memory, and as a dedicated and ardent promoter of the skills of the game he would have been delighted with the overall standard of hurling throughout the tournament.

Full credit must go to the organisers and mentors of all the teams from each of the four clubs involved – Castletown, Monageer, Faythe Harriers and

Rapparees/Starlights, who had their charges well prepared and ready for the annual event and to all the mums and dads happy to see their sons play the wonderful game of hurling.

Each club brought three teams to the competition which is an achievement in itself and approximately one hundred and fifty boys participated with every child getting a couple of games and each presented with a medal at the end by Martin’s two sons, Padraig and Jimbob, and grandson William Doyle.

And in the new spirit of the GAA Go Games each club was presented with the Martin Doyle Memorial Cup by Martin’s

widow Maeve and had a team photo with it.

The Doyle family would like to express their thanks to Bellefield GAA, the Field Committee who had the playing pitches in pristine condition and the Rapparees U-10 coaches Paul O’Reilly, Adrian Fenlon, Seamus Byrne, Stephen Murphy and Shane Murphy who organised the event and all the coaches from all of the clubs who participated and all who attended and all who played.

It was an extremely enjoyable occasion for all as this competition is all about participation and learning, sharing and perfecting the skills of the game and most of all it’s about having fun and making friends for life.

– Maria nolan

tuesday 25th july saw a record number of ladies playing for the lady President marie duggan's prize.

It was a beautiful day of sunshine and conditions were perfect to play this major competition which was a stroke event. The day concluded with the traditional Lady President's Tea Party and there was a spectacular array of mouth-watering delights. There was a packed clubhouse for the presentation

of prizes which followed the tea party and the following are the results: 1st Patricia Cullen (33) 69 Net Back 9 2nd Bridget Dempsey (34) 69 Net Back 9 Gross Ciara Sharkey (5) 75 Gross 3rd Margaret Frayne (13) 69 Net 4th Pauline Murphy (29) 70 Net 5th Helen D'Eathe (30) 72 Net Back 9 6th Julie McCarthy (17) 72 Net Back 9 Senior/7th Fionnuala Killalea (23) 72 Net Front 9 Ailish Doyle 33 Back 9 Sheelagh Farrell 35.5 Past President Anne Delaney (25) 78 Net

36 H/C Breda Coffey (36) 76 Net 9 Hole Qualifier 1st Bridie Morrissey 23 pts 2nd Christine Yates 18 pts Invitational Prize Lucy Healy (12) 78 Net Junior Comp Aileen Brophy (19) 34 pts Ladies Scramble: Bernie Butler, Mairead Fanning and Catherine Askins.

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back L-R Julie McCarthy, bridget dempsey, Margaret Frayne, Pauline Murphy, aileen brophy, Fionnuala Killalea, breda Coffey, anne delaney, Helen d'Eathe, bridie Morrissey. Front L-R: Ciara Sharkey, Marie duggan Lady President, Patricia Cullen, Mary McCauley Lady Captain.

Looking to keep your hockey going over the summer, or want to give a new sport a try?

.Pic: Maria nolan.

in the race programme. He complimented his Race Committee under Bill Mernagh and Jim Byrne saying that they had done Trojan work providing yet another successful fundraiser for Wexford GAA. He had a special mention for committee member, Breda Curran, who was unable to be there on the night due to illness saying that Breda’s contribution to the annual Race Night has been tremendous over the past four years.

Des went on to thank Enniscorthy Dog Track for the wonderful facilities and all the staff for their assistance which all contributed to the success of the fundraiser. He hoped everyone had a good, enjoyable and profitable evening and he thanked all in attendance for their continued support of Wexford Supporters Club helping to make all our Wexford teams great.

– Maria nolan

Enniscorthy Lady President’s prize

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Fun & Friendship

Wexford Supporter Keyrings the event was an exceptional one indeed.

S a r a h a n d R i a n f ro m McCauley’s took and printed the photos up to almost 11pm such was the demand, and well done to all the county players who attended, they are excellent ambassadors for the games and the GAA and are well worthy of the status of hero. They were so generous with their time smiling and chatting to each and every child and making them feel special and unique. Well done to our newly-crowned Strawberry Queen Megan O’Shea who also posed with punters, children and players adding that extra element of glamour to the occasion.

Chairman of the Supporters Club, Des Croke, thanked Casey Concrete as the overall sponsor of the event and the sponsors of each of the ten races and all who placed ads

Enniscorthy Hockey Club is running mixed social hockey each Wednesday night at the Astro Active Centre, Bellefield Road, Enniscorthy between 7.30pm and 9pm.

This is for all aged 15+, and you don't even need to be a member to join in!

Please note there is a €5 fee per night to help cover pitch rental costs. They’d love to see you there!

Aaron signs for Wexford FC We x f o r d F C a r e delighted to confirm the signing of the talented Enniscorthy t e e n a g e r, A a r o n Dobbs, from Dublin’s Shamrock Rovers on loan for rest of this season. n

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Adele launches her debut novel

Enniscorthy Library what's On in august at a glance…

3rd August: Gymboree Rhythm & Rhyme.

9th August: Colla Voce Musical Theatre Workshop For Kids.

10th August: Garden Birds In Enniscorthy.

3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th August: Coding Workshop For Kids.

17th August: Joe Neal Poetry Reading.

19th August: Story Time for Kids with Esther.

24th August: Who do you think you are? A glimpse of family history from 18th century maps in the Monksgrange Archives.

25th August: Irish Place Names Workshop.

And Creatures Dream…

A New Language Pic: Maria Nolan

Pic: Maria Nolan

adele o’neill (centre) with nicola Cassidy and Margaret bonass Madden.

award-winning wexford novelist carmel harrington took great pleasure in launching the debut novel of her fellow committee member at the arklow golf club recently as she told the very large crowd in attendance that she couldn’t be happier to endorse brothers & sisters, the first

book from adele O’neill who joined the wexford literary Festival committee in 2016.

‘Go out and buy this amazing, really well written book you wont regret it I promise you.

From the moment I first spoke to Adele at Enniscorthy Library and she told me she was writing I wanted her to succeed

adele o’neill (right) with Lorna Sixsmith.

and now I couldn’t be happier that she has secured a threebook deal from the world renowned House of Zues.’

Adele said that she was overwhelmed by all the wellwishers and all the lovely comments she had received since her book was released on 1st July. ‘I couldn’t have done it

without the support of my wonderful family and friends and in particular the assistance and kindness of Carmel Harrington who has become not just my mentor but my very close friend.’ Brothers & Sisters is on sale now and is a marvellous read – so go get it.

– Maria nolan

Enniscorthy’s Got Talent yes, enniscorthy certainly has got talent in the form of popular bar manager, mc extraordinaire and gifted enniscorthy drama actor and director Fintan kelly. and now Fintan has gone one step further adding yet another string to his bow by appearing in his first film – release, which was featured lately in the galway Film Fleadh.

Release, directed by Gerard Walsh and produced by Matthew Toman, is set in Dublin and tells the story of Andrew, a former boxer, sent down for armed robbery for eight years. When he returns home he finds that Mixed Martial Arts or MMA has taken over completely from boxing so he decides to try his hand at it and just as he is beginning to reform and find an outlet to keep himself out of and away from the Dublin crime scene his past comes back to jeopardise his new life.

Fintan plays Patrick, Andrew’s Parole Officer, and one of the integral characters of the movie. ‘It was a major chal-

lenge for me having never done anything like this before but it was also a tremendous experience playing alongside well known Irish actors like Andie McCaffrey Byrne of Love/Hate, Dessie Byrne of Split and Urban Traffik, John Connors of Cardboard Gangsters and King of the Travellers and many others, and to be subjected to the serious talents of Gerard Walsh who directed A Day Like Today in 2014, Solitaire in 2015 and South in 2016 was an incredible honour for someone like me very new to the scene,’ Fintan told me.

‘I was both nervous and excited to see Release at the Galway Film Fleadh,’ he went on, ‘it was all kind of surreal to watch myself on screen for the first time at this most prestigious and long-running event.

Galway Film Fleadh is in its 29th year and is a qualifying festival for the Academy Awards and already two films, An Island and Wave, have received Oscar nominations following wins at this year’s Film Fleadh. It doesn’t get much better than that!’

Fintan Kelly (left) is starring in the role of norman Petty in “buddy”, currently running in The Presentation Centre.

An onstage regular with Enniscorthy Drama Group (EDG), Fintan is quite new to the acting game with his very first appearance as John Williams in Glengarry Glenross three short years ago. But it was very clear to all at EDG from the onset that this guy was a natural. He was made for stage and born to perform.

Since then he has gone on to give sterling performances in Private Wars, The Plough and the Stars, Come Along the Road, A Night on the Hill, Whistle in the Dark and The Cripple of Inismaan and recently directed the one-act Chop for the Wexford Literary Festival.

His amazing stage presence and the ease with which he delivers his lines, maintains a variety of accents and his ability to expertly portray each of his characters to the audience is truly professional and belies the fact that he has had little or no training in this field and is still relatively new to it.

But that is all about to change as Fintan has already completed a ten-week intensive drama course with the Irish Feature Film Academy, who are delighted with him and want him to stay on for another six months. And although he is adamant that this is very much a hobby for him as a very hard-working husband to Lorraine and father of two beautiful girls, Jennifer and Mary, acting is very much in his blood with both his aunt and cousin, Sheila and Gemma Delaney, well known on the local theatre scene and of course he is extremely proud of his famous cousin, Padraig Delaney, who came to prominence in The Wind That Shakes The Barley and is currently

Fintan Kelly

working on Knightfall, a series about to be launched onto our screens about the illustrious Knights Templar and destined to rival Game of Thrones.

I asked Fintan if he was ever nervous going on stage. ‘Yes’, he said, ‘but it is a good nervous, I can’t wait to get out there and do it.’

So what does the future hold for Fintan Kelly? ‘Well I’ve caught the acting bug for sure, I know I want to continue acting, whether that is on stage or on the big screen doesn’t really matter, and yes certainly it would be nice to make some money from it but essentially it is a hobby and as long as I continue to enjoy it and audiences continue to enjoy me well that’s really the main thing,’ according to Fintan.

A natural talent in our midst and who knows maybe yet another rising star for Enniscorthy and may we wish him the luck to succeed because he certainly has the ability.

Release is an hour and fifteen minutes in duration and I have already asked Fintan to explore the possibility of an Enniscorthy viewing – so watch this space for further details.

– Maria nolan

A two-venue show at Wexford County Council Buildings, Carricklawn, and Wexford Arts Centre, 3rd July–25th August 2017.

The Arts Department of Wexford County Council, in partnership with Wexford Arts Centre, is delighted to present And Creatures Dream... A New Language, a group exhibition which reveals in part how the visual arts are represented in County Wexford, with focus in this exhibition, on painting. The selected artists involved actively engage with the language of paint, wholeheartedly referencing its distinguished history, while making adventurous forays beyond.

The artists included in the exhibition are Robert Armstrong, John Busher, Ciaran Bowen, Eamonn Carter, Serena Caulfield, Helen Gaynor, Aileen Murphy, Kate Murphy, Rosie O’Gorman, Breda Stacey, Emma Roche, George Warren and Michael Warren.

The works draw widely from the inherited rich history of painting, yet still, as individuals; the artists engage and push the boundaries of what painting might be. They address the strengths, vulnerabilities, and challenges of the process, yet still indulge in landscape, myth, and allegory, and a constancy of intriguing stories, made all the more intriguing by seeming to be ‘half-told’.

As Creatures Dream… A New Language will run in Wexford County Council, Carricklawn, and Wexford Arts Centre until Friday 25th August 2017. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm in Wexford County Council and Wexford Arts Centre, and from 10am-4pm on Saturdays in Wexford Arts Centre.

The Athenaeum Some years ago a Standing Order initiative was set up whereby

benefactors would sign up to donating €5 per month through their bank account. This was of great benefit to The Athenaeum as it guaranteed a set income.

The Athenaeum is now asking people to sign up again and help keep the long-awaited and integral asset to the town alive.

Constant bills, standing charges and insurance are very high and any help would be greatly appreciated.

Standing Order forms are available at The Athenaeum or by phoning 087-2637178.

Ron’s new novel Congratulations to local author, Ron St. George-Smith, on the publication of his fourth book – a novel called Fairy Child, which is a tale of mystery and intrigue. It is available in Wexford town from the Book Centre on Main Street, Selskar Bookshop, and Readers Paradise; and in Enniscorthy from Kilcannon Garden Centre. n

library news

www.wexford.ie/wex/departments/library/ whatsOn/ for details of what’s on.

check your local library on Facebook.

Supporting the ArtS Wexford Arts Centre: 053-9123764. the presentation Centre, enniscorthy: 053-9233000. the Courthouse Arts Centre, tinahely: 0402-38529.

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Around Wexford Town with Patrick Hogan Robert Mcalllister, Shane Kenrick, Lorna breen, Eimear McCarthy Luddy from the Royal Irish academy of Music at Music for Wexford in St Iberius Church.

Pic: Patrick Hogan

billy Roche (centre) with musicians Pete McCamley and Mick odlum at his Red Guitar Tour in the Wexford arts Centre.

Pic: Patrick Hogan.

declan Sinnott with vickie Keating at their recent show in the Wexford arts Centre.

Pic: Patrick Hogan.

anne Marie blake who won Most Stylish Lady at Wexford Races last month, judged by Marietta doran and sponsored

by Monart destination Spa. Pic: Patrick Hogan.

Pic: Patrick Hogan.

Some well known locals enjoying the billy Roche Red Guitar Tour in the Wexford arts Centre.

Another award for Colm enniscorthy novelist, journalist and essayist, colm toibin, is this year's winner of a us lifetime achievement award that celebrates the power of literature to foster peace, social justice and global understanding.

Dayton Literary Peace Prize officials named Toibin for the R i c h a rd C H o l b ro o k e Distinguished Achievement Award. It is named after the late US diplomat who brokered the 1995 Bosnia peace accords.

Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation co-chair Sharon Rab said Toibin's writings "remind us of shared humanity and the possibility of reconciliation or simply of understanding, which are the first steps to making peace".

"Our (writers') aim is to reach the reader's imagination, have an effect on the nervous systems of other people," Toibin, 62, said in a statement in response to winning the award.

"Good sentences offer us a way to imagine life in all its strangeness and ambiguity and possibility, alert us to the power of the imagination to transform and transcend our nature, offer us a blueprint not only for who we are but for who we might be, who we might become."

Previous winners include Studs Terkel, Taylor Branch, Gloria Steinem and Elie Wiesel.

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Kilmore Quay Literary Festival

Geoff Hill

the award-winning belfast travel writer and columnist geoff hill has been added to the programme for the second write by the sea 2017 literary Festival set to take place in kilmore Quay from saturday, september 30 to sunday, October 1, after an opening reception on Friday, september 29, at the stella maris centre in kilmore Quay.

Hill will be interviewed on stage at the Stella Maris Centre

by best-selling author Jackie Hayden at 4pm on Saturday, September 30.

Hill has either won or been shortlisted for a UK Travel Writer of the Year award nine times. He is a former Irish Travel Writer of the Year and a former Mexican Government European Travel Writer of the Year, and Northern Ireland Tourist Board Journalist of the Year. www.writebythesea.ie tickets from: eventbrite n

Jim Campbell, Mayor Jim Moore and Mr benjamin blanchard (Managing director SoS Chretiens d'orient) at Jim Campbell’s recent photo exhibition in Wexford. Pic: Patrick Hogan.

Wexford Library goes 3-D the revolution in 3d printing and robotics is coming to wexford. wexford county council has launched a state of the art tech Zone in wexford library. this service will make 3d printing, design and robotics instruction available to the general public and schools in a friendly, interactive and inclusive way.

Members of the public and particularly primary and secondary school students can imagine, design and make their own concepts and ideas. 3D printing is revolutionising the world of design and manufacturing and is recognised as a powerful tool in STEAM (Science, Te c h n o l o g y, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) education. The new Tech Zone service was developed specifically to support and engage primary and secondary school students in this area and comes at a time when the government has launched a new Digital Strategy for Schools.

The new state of the art Tech Zone in Wexford Library.

Instruction will be given over the summer months in 3D printing, robotics and coding as part of a drive by Wexford Library Service to increase interaction with STEAM across the county. These workshops are being supported under the Creative Ireland initiative.

November will also see a Science Festival in libraries across the county with the support of Science Foundation Ireland.

Access to the Tech Zone is free and open to all. Contact Wexford Library on 053 91 96760. n

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