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Politicians divided over incineration plan

Local politicians seemed to be divided this week over plans for a gasification plant to be located on the outskirts of Derry. The huge plant will cost approximately £220m to construct. It will cover 150,000sq ft with the recycling contracts valued at £500m over 25 years. The funding for the project has been sourced over threeand-a-half years and includes a £35m contribution from the Executive. Following a meeting last week by those opposed to the plant the Minister for the Environment Mark H Durkan said he wanted to hear more views on

the matter. He said: “This ultimately falls on me. “There has been quite a bit of public debate and talk and I want to learn more about what people from both sides want. “The plant has planning permission and will ultimately require permitting permission and that means it will come to my desk. “I came to the meeting to listen and to take away people’s views.” However Mr. Durkan’s party colleague Colr. Shaun Gallagher said that fears about the proposed plant were ‘misplaced’

and added that the turnout for last week’s meeting was ‘disappointing.’ He added: “This is a massive good news story for the whole of the north west, not least because of the job creation aspect. “But also it will mean that Derry City Council, instead of putting 120,000 tonnes of waste into landfill, will be able to reduce that figure to 3,000 tonnes. “It is critical that we reach our waste management target because failing to do so will result in severe penalties. But this also means that we are dealing with our waste and not dumping it into landfill and leaving it

for future generations to deal with.” Shaun Gallagher added: “I have heard suggestions that some people think this is just an incinerator but it absolutely is not. I was at the forefront of the campaign that opposed the incinerator that was proposed for Derry years ago and I would not allow my name to be associated with this project if it wasn’t environmentally sound.” If the the site becomes operational, it will recycle waste from seven council areas — Derry City, Strabane, Limavady, Coleraine, Ballymoney, Magherafelt and Moyle.

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Valuable points for Derry clipper in round the world race At the Clipper Round World Yatch Race, the Northern Irish entry Derry~londonderry~doire stormed to victory yesterday after cross the scoring gate in first place further extending the lead in race two to Rio de janeiro.

out and on the edge for 48 hours. This is mentally draining as well as physically. I am extremely proud of Derry~Londonderry~Doire, they have sailed flawlessly in trying conditions and their will to keep on pushing is phenomenal. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC; As the fleet approach the Doldrums, Invest Africa is getting into the spirit of the sea and celebrating International Talk like a Pirate Day, on board PSP Logistics, poetry is in motion, and for the entire fleet dodging flying fish on deck is becoming a daily occurance!

Derr y~Londonderr y~Doire crossed the line at 11.17 UTC winning a valuable three points as the entry continues to extend its lead in the race. Henri Lloyd crossed the line in second place at 1203 UTC with Mission performance chasing their tail in third place at 1445UTC winning three, two, one points retrospectively.

During the last 24 hours Henri Lloyd, Qingdao and Invest Africa have all activated Stealth Mode hiding their position from the rest of the fleet for the next 24 hours.

Sean McCarter, skipper of Derry~Londonderry~Doire shared his elation after securing a valuable three points yesterday. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We wanted the points badly to make up for an unlucky finish in Race one when the course was shortened. We had

no idea Mission Performance and Henri Lloyd would push so hard, I guess they were in

the exact same position as ourselves after Race one. We were pretty much flat

Positions will be broadcast at 0000UTC on 19 September and then will be hidden from the fleet (and on the Race Viewer) through the 0600, 1200 and 1800UTC schedules, before being broadcast again at 0000UTC on 20 September.

The view from the boat Straight from the horses's mouth here is the skipper of the londonderry~doire Sean McCarter's most recent diary. "Good morning Sports fans! And what a morning it is. Grey, rainy but actually quite nice in the 28 degree heat! Maybe that's all the Irish winters are missing! "We are just passing the latitude of the most northerly Cape Verde Island at a distance of about 80 miles to the west. "We were conscious not to go too close as although a shorter distance to the finish, the chance of getting stuck in its wind shadow was too risky.

"This has resulted in us dropping miles, and possibly the lead position to Henri Lloyd.

"The wind has been light and changeable since dusk so we're getting a good taste of what's to come in the Doldrums. We have just peeled from Yankee 1 to wind seeker which has improved speed dramatically. "Pending ratification from the race committee, we were unofficially awarded the three points as the first entry through the Scoring Gate yesterday. It was a huge effort by the team to fend off the relentless challenges fromHenri Lloyd and Mission Performance for several days. "Congratulations to skippers Eric Holden and Matt Mitchell and

their crew for their points and also the race within the race! I wish both teams a quick passage through the Doldrums and look forward to the next sprint on the other side.

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Derry schools to ‘Bee’ aware A new initiative involving ten Derry schools will highlight the importance of bees for all of us. The scheme will be run by Derry City Council in conjunction with the Derry & District Beekeepers, Roe Valley Beekeepers Association and The Institute of Northern Ireland Beekeepers. The new initiative is described as an arts and culture based programme called the ‘Culture of Bees & Us.’ This programme of activities celebrates the symbolic, historical and cultural importance of bees, their products and us.

and the co-operation of the children in creating it.” This project is funded by The Big Lottery through its ‘Culture for All’ programme and the public can become involved at The Beekeeper’s

Gathering & Honey Show which is being held on Saturday the 28th September 2013 at the Guildhall from 11.15am to 4.30pm. Eglinton Primary School. Pupils taking part in the Classes from ten schools from across the district will take part in a workshop that will raise their awareness of the importance of bees for us.

installation called ‘Honeybee Democracy’. This ‘swarm’ will move from cultural venue to cultural venue until it finds its final resting place.

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participants. He said: “I am happy to welcome bee keepers from across Ireland to the Guildhall for the Gathering. This is another important event for our City of Culture Year and will help showcase the City.” Joanne McDowell, Big Lottery Fund NI Director, said: “The Big Lottery Fund and Arts Council of Northern Ireland are delighted to announce grants from this programme which is giving communities across Northern Ireland the chance to be a part of one of the world’s most significant cultural events in 2013.”

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Derry City footballer charged with assault Rory Patterson has been charged with assault. It’s understood the charge relates to an incident in Derry last December. The case came before Derry Magistrates Court yesterday

where it was adjourned until later this month. 29-year-old, Rory Patterson, whose address was given in Court as Oakfield Mews in Derry, is charged with assaulting a man occasioning actual bodily harm. The offence allegedly took

place on December 10, 2012. The matter was adjourned until September 30 when it is expected that Patterson will appear before the Court to put on his plea. Patterson is currently top scorer in the League of Ireland, having scored 23 goals in all competitions this season.

£175,000 Roads Scheme It has been announced that a major resurfacing scheme is due to begin on the Victoria Road between Derry and Strabane. Regional Development Minister Danny Kennedy has said the scheme worth £175,000 is scheduled to begin on the A5 Victoria Road in Bready. The work will commence on Monday 23 September.

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Calls for dig site to be preserved “That’s why this is so significant, it’s allowing us to excavate below plantation levels of the city and hopefully find some of that earlier history.” One of the possibilities being explored is that the project could go some way towards resolving the long running dispute as to where the city’s founder St. Colmcille built his first monastery over 1500 years ago. It is also believed that there may be more skeletons uncovered during the dig.

There have been calls for the site of an archaeological dig which has uncovered human remains that are at least several hundred years old to be preserved. The excavations which are currently been carried out at the Bishop Street car park beside St/ Augustine’s Church have unearthed what is believed to be three skeletons dating back at least to the 17th century. The dig has been organised by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA), Derry City Council; Museum and Heritage Service and the Centre for Archaeological Fieldwork (CAF),

Queen’s University Belfast. It is thought that it is uncovering evidence of Derry’s development from the postmedieval period and possibly earlier. Last week the team of volunteers found articulated skeletons of two adults and a child as well as part of clay pipe stem which the CAF said in-

dicated the finds were from a post-medieval era. Nails surrounding the child’s remains also indicate a coffin which would have decayed over more than 300 years since the burial. The archaeological experts explained the remains were orientated east-west mirroring the orientation of St Augustine’s church as in tradition with Christian burials.

Environment Minister and Derry man Mark H Durkan said: “The finds will hopefully shed a light on what existed at this important site many centuries ago”. Archaeologist Emily Murray said: “We know that this was a very important medieval site but we haven’t found anything from it as yet.

“Archaeological excavations are an important way of shaping our understanding of the past and give a valuable insight into our

fascinating history for locals and tourists alike. “I look forward to hearing of the history of this find in addition to other hidden gems which will be uncovered in the remaining weeks of the dig.” Mark Lusby, City Walls Herigate Coordinator is one of a number of campaigners who wants to see the site preserved when the dig is over. “Is it appropriate that the foundation point for the plantation centre of the city and the monastic settlement of Derry is sealed under tarmac for car parking? “Surely this should be a place for reflection or a garden.” As the dig continues until September 27 team members haven’t dismissed the possibility of finding an important figure in history, like the one of King Richard III found in a car park in Leicester.

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Fleadh success for young US girl Widespread A visually impaired young American girl has said her legs were shaking like jelly when she won a trophy named after the famous blind harpist Turlough O’Carolan at the Fleadh Cheoil na h-Eireann in Derry last month.

Emily Safko plays the harp and last month she took first place in her age group at Fleadh in Derry. “I was so happy,” Emily Safko, 11, said, “My legs felt like jelly, like I was going to collapse.” Instead, she brought home the cup named for Turlough O’Carolan, the harpist and esteemed 17th- and 18th-century composer of traditional Irish music. The trophy gleams in the front hallway of the home the winner shares with her parents, teacher Greg and social worker Amy, and siblings Livia, 9, and Evan, 5. “I am very proud of Emily, and

how hard she has worked to earn this title,” Greg, 52, says, adding that he loves “to hear her fill our house with the sounds of Irish dance tunes and airs.”

“Playing the harp has made learning braille easier for her,” Amy, 43, says. Earlier, mother asked daughter if she wanted to disclose her visual impairment. “I want people to know,” Emily said. In 2011, both of Emily’s retinas detached due to a genetic condition called Stickler syndrome, which affects connective tissue. Despite three surgeries, most of her peripheral vision is gone. In low light and without a contrasting visual backdrop, she sometimes can’t see the strings of her magnificent instrument. But the student doesn’t linger over what she has lost. “I want to be an artist and a harpist, and possibly an actress, but not in movies,” Emily declares. “I might want to go on Broadway.”

The youthful bravado is matched by her work ethic. Emily practices daily and takes weekly lessons, some via Skype and others in person, with harp teacher Alex Boatright of Washington, D.C.

“Winning at All-Ireland is a really, really big deal,” Boatright adds. “It’s a lot more than just playing the harp well.” Emily adores competition one of the things she loved about soccer, a game she can no longer play. “But she can play the harp no matter what,” Amy says. As could the man for whom Emily’s trophy is named. Nearly three centuries after his death, O’Carolan is still regarded by some as Ireland’s national composer. He was a poet, too. And he couldn’t see.

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regret at death of local campaigner There has been widespread shock across the community following the sudden death fo gay rights campaigner Sean Morrin.

Mr. Morrin passed away on Saturday . He was a founding member of the Gay Pride organisation and played a major part in the Rainbow Centre. The Mayor of Derry Councillor Martin Reilly has extended his sympathies to the family and friends of Mr. Morrin. He said: “I was deeply shocked and saddened to learn of Sean Morrins untimely death at the weekend. “Sean was a very popular person in Derry who worked tirelessly for the gay community campaigning for equality. His death will have a huge impact on the local community and my sympathies go out to his family and friends at this very sad time,” he said. A spokesperson for UNISON said that Mr. Morrin’s ‘smile and enthusiasm’ would be greatly missed.

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Programme to target new opportunities for local business Following on from the phenomenal success of the city’s first hosting of the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, local companies are being urged to keep up the positive momentum for business in the city by finding out more about the many opportunities that still lie ahead throughout 2013. Derry City Council’s Business Opportunities Team, with part funding from Invest Northern Ireland and the European Regional Development Fund under the Sustainable Competitiveness Programme for Northern Ireland, will host a series of seminars, workshops and information events specially tailored to meet the needs of new and existing companies hoping to boost business over the coming months.

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lights in the city’s cultural calendar still to come, including outstanding arts showcase the Turner Exhibition, the city’s massive annual Halloween Carnival, the spectacular Lumiere Festival of Light, the traditional Christmas celebrations – not to mention Clipper 2014 - local businesses have the opportunity to explore further new opportunities and to improve product efficiency.

about what lies ahead this year , with so many key events still on the calendar.

With huge volumes of visitors still to arrive in the city over the next few months, local businesses can find out more about how to strategically plan for the vast increases in visitor numbers at a special Large Scale Events Business Information Session, taking place on September 24.

In October a special seminar will take place, offering invaluable advice on how to positively influence customers and identify key business opportunities. Serial entrepreneur and event planner Wayne Hemmingway returns to the city to give his unique insight into creative tools for business promotion and capitalising on sales opportunities. The Art of Selling event takes place on October 1 in the Playhouse and promises to be both fascinating and inspirational.

Business Opportunities Manager Louise Breslin said: “We have seen the gathering pace of local business since the beginning of 2013, with events like The Return of Colmcille and the Fleadh, which have brought so many new visitors to our city. And we’re excited

“There is real potential to boost the local economy and build further on the excellent foundations that have already been laid, and we would urge businesses to get behind this positive campaign for the city and make the most of the opportunities still to come.”

For budding entrepreneurs out there, a special Market Start Up programme will be

launched on September 25 targeting people with new food and craft ideas. The programme aims to encourage participants to explore market trading as a means to develop high-quality products, test the market place and ultimately establish their own food and craft outlets. Finally there will be two opportunities for local businesses to participate in seminars geared towards Planning for Growth in 2014. These sessions will look into the legacy beyond the city’s Culture Year, offering guidance on how to promote the growth and sustainability of your company beyond 2013.

For more information on the full programme of business events go to www.derrycity.gov. uk/BusinessOpportunities, or you can contact the team on 028 71 365151.

Council hosts English classes for migrant workers Derry City Council is offering English language and local awareness classes to migrant workers and ethnic minorities. The classes will be delivered by the NW Academy of English and cost only £10 for 10 classes. All participants will be presented with a certificate on completion. To meet the criteria, you must live in the Derry City Council area and be available to attend the classes from October 2013 – December 2013 (Tuesdays: 6:00-8:00p.m.) The English lessons are for beginner to intermediate levels and cost £10 fee, thanks to funding from the District

Council’s Community Relations Programme The course is for longer term local residents who don’t speak English as a first language so are not open to applications from international students. If you know anyone who may be interested in signing up, please pass on the information to them to help spread the word!

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Expansion of Neighbourhood Watch in Rural areas Thieves beware Neighbourhood Watch is about One of the biggest and most successful partnerships between the community, the police and statutory agencies has recently undergone an expansion in the Derry area which ios bad news for thieves and burglars. The number of Neighbourhood Watch schemes operational in the Derry City Council area has recently increased with the accreditation of three new schemes in the Strathfoyle area. The schemes in Claragh Crescent, Deramore Drive and Clonmeen Drive have recently been approved by the Department of Justice and PSNI. Neighbourhood Watch is one of the biggest and most successful crime prevention initiatives ever and is grounded in a partnership between the community, the police and other statutory agencies.

Neighbourhood Watch is not solely about reducing burglary or

break-ins it is also about fostering and growing communities who care. This point is emphasised by Alex Duffy, Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator for Deramore Drive who said: “This rural estate has a well established community spirit with many residents in the area having lived there all their lives. However, a number of break-ins and thefts in recent years have prompted the residents to establish Neighbourhood Watch Schemes primarily to ‘keep an eye out for each other’. “Apart from the obvious home security aspects of the scheme I feel that this initiative will also bring us closer together and make a real contribution to the safety and well-being of the area.” Councillor Paul Fleming, Chairperson of the Derry Policing and Community Safety Partnership and elected repre-

sentative for the area added: “From a community safety perspective I am delighted to see an increase in the number of Neighbourhood Watch Schemes especially in the rural area which I represent. “The PCSP has been instrumental in promoting these schemes and we now have over 20 accreditated schemes in the Council area covering over 700 homes. “Also, with the increase in burglaries and house break-ins in the Council area last year it is even more important that people take extra home safety precautions and look out for their neighbours.

“I would encourage anyone considering setting up a scheme in their area to contact the Derry PCSP on 7137 6565.”

Bloody Sunday film at New York festival Paul Greengrass’ film ‘Bloody Sunday’ will feature at this year’s New York Film Festival.

The film which was partly made in Derry in 2002 covers the events around the shooting dead of 14 civil rights demonstrators in Derry on January 30 1972. The film, which stars James Nesbitt as civil rights leader Ivan Cooper, was well received by critics when it was first released and features in this year’s New York Film Festival as part of a show case of films from various directors in what have been described as some of ‘the finest previous work

from these filmmakers.’

‘Bloody Sunday’ has a special showing at the Walter Reade cinema on Thursday September 26. In the programme for the event Bloody Sunday is described as follows. “This critical breakthrough showcases Paul Greengrass’s signature ability to make the recent past seem viscerally present. “The titular Sunday was January 30 1972, when a group of British troops massacred 14 unarmed civil rights marchers in the Northern Irish city of Derry. Greengrass limits

Course to assist groups to look Beyond Funding With the cut backs in public funding continuing across the board Derry City Council are organising a half day conference to help community groups and organisations to look at alternatives to grant aid and funding.

The conference will take place in the Tower Hotel on Tuesday October 1 and will run from 9.15 a.m. to 12.45 a.m. Entitled Beyond Funding the conference is an opportunity for attendees to learn about approaches other than grants which may help their group. Sue Divin, Community Relations Officer with the Council explained: “Most of us are all too aware of the complexity in sustaining and juggling grants to keep our Community and Voluntary Sector groups going. “Many community organisations are at the end of some funding streams, or facing funding gaps before ‘Peace IV’, or simply finding pots of funding shrinking and becoming more competitive at a time of

austerity, so this event will be of great assistance to them. “Beyond Funding aims to help organizations move from dependency and grants to developing other income streams and working towards a different approach to sustainability and ‘mainstreaming’ of initiatives. “It will aim to present practical strategies, income generation ideas, case studies and examples to helping make groups a more ‘multi-income’ organizations. “It is relevant to community and voluntary groups and statutory staff working with communities or similar. The conference facilitator, Diversiton, is a leading provider of mainstreaming and sustainability capacity building work.” The Community Relations Officer said that Derry City Council is delighted to host the conference under its Good Relations Strategy. She said: “Whilst the issue of funding and sustainability is not usually directly associated with Community Relations it is definitely an issue which pro-

vokes interest from across the entire community and voluntary Sector locally. “So whether you are a community development group, a women’s group, a local band, a faith based organisation, a youth group or an ethnic minority group – in fact any kind of community organisation – this event should be of interest to you.” The event is expected to be popular, so there is a maximum of 3 places per organization and booking is by advance registration only. Name, full contact details and any special requirements must be given at the time of booking. The booking deadline is Friday 27th September 2013. Applications are open to all but in the event of oversubscription, priority will be given to those who live, work or volunteer within the Derry City Council area.

To register or for further information please contact Dean Steele at dean. steele@derr ycity.gov. uk or Tel: 71365151 ext 8225.

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his focus to the 24 hours surrounding the massacre, documenting the proceedings with an activist’s righteous anger, a historian’s sense for the politics of the period, a journalist’s attention to the relevant facts and, last but not least, a filmmaker’s eye for the visual texture of his chosen time and place. “ The result feels like watching history unfold in real time, an impression that’s not entirely inaccurate: of the film’s many extras, a handful marched on that Sunday themselves. Paul Greengrass’s new film Captain Philipps is opening the 51st New York Film Festival.

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A look back at what was making the headlines in September in previous years. This month in history

September 1 1939 - Adolf Hitler launched the invasion of Poland which led to the beginning of World War 2. The invasion was triggered by a faked attack on a German radio station by prisoners dressed as Polish soldiers. Born on this day: 1968 Mohammed Atta one of the September 11 hijackers. Died this day: 1981 Albert Speer who was known as Hitler’s architect. September 2 1945 - Combat ends in the Pacific bringing to an end World War 2 which had led to the loss of millions of lives and death and destruction on a scale never before seen.

September 41886 - Apache leader Geronimo surrenders after almost thirty years of fighting. Born on this day: 1917 Henry Ford II American businessman, 1949 Tom Watson the US golfer and 1981 Beyonce US singer. Died on this day: 1989 George Simeon French author. September 5 1960 – The boxer Muhammad Ali (then Cassius Clay) is awarded the gold medal for his first place in the light heavyweight boxing competition at the Olympic Games in Rome. Born on this day: 1940 Raquel Welch actress. Died on this day: 1997 Mother Teresa of Calcutta missionary. September 6 1972: Israeli athletes killed in attack at the Munich Olympics. Born on this day: Tim Henman English tennis player. Died on this day: 1990 Len Hutton English cricketer. September 7 1953: Nikita Khrushchev takes over in Russia following tje death of Josef Stalin.

September 3 1951 – The first long-running American television soap opera, Search for Tomorrow, airs its first episode on the CBS network.The shows became known as soap operas due to the fact that the main sponsors were soap companies.

Died on this day: Chairman Mao Chinese leader. September 10 1977 – Hamida Djandoubi, convicted of torture and murder, is the last person to be executed by guillotine in France. Born on this day: 1960 Colin Firth the English actor. Died on this day: 1985 Jock Stein Scottish football manager. September 11 2001 Attacks on the World Trade Centre in New York leaves almost 3000 people dead. Born on this day: 1965 – Bashar al-Assad, Syrian politician, 21st President of Syria. Died on this day: 1973 – Salvador Allende, Chilean physician and politician, 29th President of Chile. September 12 1953 – U.S. Senator John Fitzgerald Kennedy marries Jacqueline Lee Bouvier at St. Mary’s Church in Newport, Rhode Island. Born on this day: 1981 – Jennifer Hudson, American singer and actress. Died on this day: 1977 – Steve Biko, South African activist (b. 1946)

Born this day: 1913 Bill Shankly legendary manager of Liverpool FC, 1949 Moira Stuart British newsreader and journalist and 1966 Salma Hayek US/Mexican actress. Died this day: 1969 Ho Chi Minh Vietnamese independence leader,1994 Roy Castle enterttainer and 1998 Jackie Blanchflower Irish footballer.

Born on this day: 1828 Leo Tolstoy Russian writer.

September 15 2008 – Lehman Brothers files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the largest bankruptcy filing in U.S. history. Born on this day: 1972 – Jimmy Carr, English-Irish comedian. Died on this day: 1978 – Willy Messerschmitt, German aircraft designer, designed the Messerschmitt Bf 109. September 16 1982 – Sabra and Shatila massacre of Palestinians by Christain militia men supported by Israeli forces in Lebanon. Born on this day: 1934 – Ronnie Drew, Irish singer-songwriter and guitarist (The Dubliners). Died on this day: 1977 – Marc Bolan, English singer-songwriter, guitarist, and poet (T. Rex).

Born on this day: 1948 – John Ritter, American actor. Died on this day: 2000 – Paula Yates, Welsh television host and author. September 18 1947 – The National Security Council and the Central Intelligence Agency were established in the United States under the National Security Act.

Died on this day: 1981 Christy Brown Irish writer and painter. September 8 1974: US President Gerald Ford pardons former President Richard Nixon after his resignation for the Watergate scandal.

Born on this day: 1929 Whitey Bulger, American gangster recently convictied of a series of offences after being on the run for 16 years.

Born on this day: 1969 Gary Speed footballer and manager. Died on this day: 1949 Richard Strauss German composer.

Died on this day: 1658 Oliver Cromwell who overthrew Charles 1 in England.

September 9 1956 – Elvis Presley appears on The Ed Sullivan Show for the first time.

September 14 1901 – President of the United States William McKinley dies after an assassination attempt on September 6, and is succeeded by Theodore Roosevelt. Born on this day: 1983 – Amy Winehouse, English singersongwriter. Died on this day: 1982 – Grace Kelly, American actress and Princess of Monaco.

September 20 2011 – The United States ends its “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy, allowing gay men and women to serve openly for the first time. Born on this day: 1934 – Sophia Loren, Italian actress. Died on this day: 1973 – Jim Croce, American singer-songwriter.

September 21 2003 – Galileo mission is terminated by sending the probe into Jupiter’s atmosphere, where it is crushed by the pressure at the lower altitudes. Born on this day: 1947 – Stephen King, American author. Died on this day: 1998 Florence Griffith Joyner US runner dies aged 38.

Born on this day: 1982 Billie Piper actress. Died on this day: 1999 – George C. Scott, American actor (b. 1927) Born on this day: 1971 – Lance Armstrong, American cyclist and activist exposed as a drugs cheat. Died on this day: 1970 – Jimi Hendrix, American singersongwriter, guitarist, and producer. September 19 1976 – Two Imperial Iranian Air Force F-4 Phantom II jets fly out to investigate an unidentified flying object when both independently lose instrumentation and communications as they approach, only to have them restored upon withdrawal.

baller. Died on this day: 1991 – Dr. Seuss, American author, poet, and illustrator. September 25 1992 – NASA launches the Mars Observer, a $511 million probe to Mars, in the first U.S. mission to the planet in 17 years. Eleven months later, the probe would fail. Born on this day: 1969 – Catherine Zeta-Jones, Welsh actress. Died on this day: 2012 – Andy Williams, American singer and actor. September 26 1973 – Concorde makes its first non-stop crossing of the Atlantic in record-breaking time. Born on this day: 1981 Serena Williams tennis palyer.

September 22 1927 – Jack Dempsey loses the “Long Count” boxing match to Gene Tunney.

Born on this day: 1916 – Roald Dahl, English pilot, author, and screenwriter. Died on this day: 1996 – Tupac Shakur, American rapper, producer, and actor.

Died on this day: 1973 Gram Parsons musician.

September 17 1787 – The United States Constitution is signed in Philadelphia.

September 13 1899 – Henry Bliss has the dubious honour to become the first person in the United States to be killed in an automobile accident.

Born on this day: 1936 Buddy Holly Us singer songwriter.

Born on this day: 1949 – Twiggy, English model, actress, and singer.

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September 23 1941 – World War II: The first gas chamber experiments are conducted at Auschwitz. Born on this day: 1949 Bruce Springsteen the US singer songwriter. Died on this day: 1994 Robert Bloch author of Psycho. September 24 1957 – President Dwight D. Eisenhower sends 101st Airborne Division troops to Little Rock, Arkansas, to enforce desegregation. Born on this day: 1980 – John Arne Riise, Norwegian foot-

Died on this day: 2008 – Paul Newman, American actor, director, and businessman. September 27 2005 – Tom&Jerry Last episode. Born on this day: 1972 Gwyneth Paltrow acress. Died on this day: 1960 – Sylvia Pankhurst, English activist. September 28 1973 – The ITT Building in New York City is bombed in protest at ITT’s alleged involvement in the September 11, 1973 coup d’état in Chile. Born on this day: 1968 – Naomi Watts, English-Australian actress. Died on this day: 1978 – Pope John Paul I. September 29 1829 – The Metropolitan Police of London, later also known as the Met, is founded. Born on this day: 1935 Jerry Lee Lewis US singer. Died on this day: 2010 – Tony Curtis, American actor. September 30 1986 – Mordechai Vanunu, who revealed details of Israel’s covert nuclear program to British media, is kidnapped in Rome, Italy by the Israeli Mossad. Born on this day: 1980 – Martina Hingis, Swiss tennis player. Died on this day: 1955 – James Dean, American actor.

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Derry City Council encourages gas safety message

Check gas appliances regularly ing this issue, Just like you get your car MOT every year, you should have your home gas safety checked every year by a Gas Safe registered engineer. “During Gas Safety Week we were actively encouraging householders and businesses to be gas aware and to take the necessary precautions to make sure their homes and businesses are safe from gas leaks or faulty appliances.

‘Get your gas appliances checked for your own good and that of everyone around you.’ This is the stark message being endorsed by Derry City Council following Gas Safety Week.

City Council said that Council was endorsing the NI wide campaign by the HSE in an effort to make people aware of the dangers of badly fitted and poorly serviced gas cookers, fires and boilers and how they can put the public at risk from carbon monoxide poisoning, gas leaks, fires and explosions.

With gas safety week just finished Derry City Council is encouraging the public to be aware of the dangers associated with gas and to have their homes regularly checked. Barry Doherty, Senior Environmental Health Officer with Derry

He said: “Derry City Council is happy to endorse Gas Safety Week and to help the HSE get the message out in relation to gas safety. “It’s vitally important that the public be proactive in address-

“The HSE have put together a list of useful tips for people to ensure they are gas aware and take the necessary precautions to keep safe.

Stay Gas Safe with these top tips: 1. Always use a Gas Safe registered engineer to fit, fix and service gas appliances– it’s the law and will help keep you safe. 2. Always ask to see an engineer’s Gas Safe Register ID card and check the back of the card to ensure they are qualified to carry out the specific type of gas work you need. 3. Have all your gas appliances, including boilers, gas cookers and gas fires, safety checked every year. 4.

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“I would encourage everyone to take heed of the advice and follow the guidelines provided. Derry City Council’s Environmental Health officers are more than happy to provide any additional advice and support they can,“ he added.

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5. Unsafe gas appliances can put you at risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, gas leaks, fires and explosions. Recognise the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning – headaches, dizziness, nausea, breathlessness, collapse and loss of consciousness.

8. Only use gas appliances for their intended purpose e.g. don’t use a gas oven to heat a room or use a gas barbeque inside.

6. Check gas appliances for warning signs that they are not working properly e.g. lazy yellow flames instead of crisp blue ones, black marks or stains on or around the appliance and too much condensation in the room. 7. Buy an audible carbon monoxide alarm for your home and make sure it is located near to your gas appliances in accordance with the manufacturer’s

9. Always ensure there is enough ventilation for your gas appliances to allow them to burn correctly and make sure you are not blocking any air vents that provide an air supply to the gas appliance. 10. Anybody working with gas has to be Gas Safe registered by law. Report someone working without registration or call Gas Safe Register on the free phone number 0800 408 5500.

Further advice can be sought by contacting the HSE NI’s Gas Safe Register on 0800 408 5500 or Derry City Council’s Environmental Health Department on 71 36 51 51 directly.

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Roll up for the circus this Halloween! Participants wanted for annual Banks of the “The objective of North West Carnival Initiative is to promote and encourage participation in quality, carnival based activity that is inclusive to all communities within the North West area.

With Halloween fast approaching Derry is getting ready to welcome all things scary and sinister to town for this year’s Banks of the Foyle Halloween 2013 festival.

He said :

This year it is the Carnival of the Lost Souls parade and anyone interested in participating have been invited by the North West Carnival Initiative to get in touch.

“Over the past number of years there has been great input by groups not just from throughout the entire council area but from across the North West.

The invitation is open to Community Groups, Schools, Youth Groups, Students, Individuals and Artists. Mayor Martin Cllr Reilly encouraging all artists to get involved with the creative curator who is employed to help develop an artistic vision for the 2013 Halloween parade.

“Participants will learn new skills and with audiences of over 15,000 people, get the chance show off their creativity and have the chance of being part of what promises to be in our year as City of Culture, an amazing visual spectacle.”

Sharon Meenan, North West Carnival Initiative Officer said:

“We are extremely excited about the scope with the ‘Lost Souls’ theme this year, there will be a huge amount of support offered to working groups who come on board.

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“Trained artists and facilitators will work with your group to incorporate their ideas and produce pageant pieces which reflect your own creativity and identity within the overall vision.

“Participants always put in an awful lot of time and energy and have pulled out all the stops in recent years. We hope that this year will be even bigger and better and we are keen to facilitate as many groups as possible to take part.” The Banks of the Foyle Halloween Carnival Parade is part of a week-long programme of events to take place in the City

Mayor at Carnival parade of Culture that promises to be as spectacular as ever, with everything from shapeshifters prowling the city to creepy tall ship tours, treasure haunts, a freaky circus and ghostly goings-on galore to keep you and the entire family entertained.

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Calling all Schools

& Youth Groups In the Derry City Council Area

You are cordially invited to be part of our Eye Opener Youth Awareness Conference

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from Tuesday 22nd – Thursday 24th October 2013 @ Studio 2, Skeoge Industrial Estate Derry

Greater Shantallow Community Arts would like to invite schools, community groups, youth groups and individuals from across the city to come along and take part in our 3 day conference workshops due to take place in Studio 2, Skeoge this October, teenagers from across the city will come together to tackle sensitive issues such as Suicide, Self-harm, Drugs & Alcohol Misuse and Online Dangers & Internet Predators. The Choices Eye Opener Youth Awareness Conference is designed to address a series of crucial issues and problems that directly affect the lives of young people in our city with a view to reducing suicide, selfharm and helping young people to make better life choices at a time when they are faced with the reality of global online

access and intense peer social pressures many of which offer real risks to the well being of our young people.

The Choices Eye Opener Youth Awareness Conference will take place within a secure non formal friendly environment at Studio 2 and employ proven youth intervention techniques using: discussions, debates, role play, dialogue workshops, Positive Action Theatre, Films and witness accounts to inform and forearm our young people with the necessary skills and knowledge to make better life Choices. Speaking ahead of the conference Marty McGranaghan, Youth Support Worker for the Outer North area, “said this is a great opportunity for the young people of our city to look at the choices they are making in their own life’s and see how situations can change for the better depending on the choices they make. I would encourage all schools community groups and individuals to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity”. Oliver

Green Director of GSCA said: We are indebted to the Big Lottery Fund, Awards for All programme for supporting this project and all the many community and statutory agencies that contribute to the development of this vital Choices programme anything we can do to save one young person’s life is worth it so it is very important that we thank those professionals who we signpost our young people to for this vital support. I would encourage every school and youth group in our city to register their young people for the Choices Eye Opener Conference if only for a day the information they received could well save a life.

To register you group our school for the conference or to receive more information email Marty McGranaghan Outer North Youth Support Worker at marty@gscaderry.com or telephone GSCA on 02871357443.

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Greater Shantallow Community Arts and Show Time Stage School would like to offer our most sincere thanks to everyone who supported the production of “Grease is the Word”. We are so grateful to St Brigids College for hosting what was “Thee outstanding showcase of the very best of Derry’s talent during this year of City of Culture and to the Arts Council of Northern Ireland for their faith and support. Well done one and all!

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Island Voices lecture series to explore the legacy of Plantation With this year being the 400th anniversary of the Plantation of Ulster Derry City Council have planned a series of Autumn lectures in the series Island Voices exploring the legacy of the Plantation.

The lectures take place in the Tower Museum and the first talk takes place on September 26. A spokesperson for Derry City Council said: “The Autumn Lecture Series ‘Island Voices’ offers a timely and unique opportunity for us to examine our relationships with the complex and often contentious Plantation story.” The series begins on Thursday 26th September with the first lecture The Flight of the Earls and the Plantation of Ulster in Irish Letters which will be delivered by Éamonn Ó Ciardha, senior lecturer in the School of English, History and Politics at the University of Ulster.

In his talk Éamonn will explore the Gaelic response to these two seminal events in Irish history will how they have been recorded in contemporary Irish writings.

The second lecture in the series entitled Notable UlsterScots Women and Men and their legacy takes place on Thursday 24th October 2013 and will be delivered by Frank Carey, formerly a researcher with the Institute of UlsterScots Studies at the University of Ulster and currently working on the Peace Walls project in the city. In his talk Frank will explore the lives and stories of lesserknown Ulster-Scots figures from the local area and assess their enduring legacy. The third and final talk in the series entitled The Plantation of Ulster: Process, People and Perspectives – The Background of a Narrative Art Quilt: takes place on Thursday 21st November and will be delivered by Deborah J Stockdale, a textile artist living in

south west Donegal.

In this, the final talk in the series, the artist will describe how she researched and created the Plantation art quilt which features in the new Plantation of Ulster museum exhibition housed in Derry’s recently refurbished Guildhall. Speaking ahead of the lectures, Margaret Edwards, Education Officer with Derry City Council’s Heritage and Museum Service said: “Island Voices offers a wonderful opportunity for people to come together to hear from a diverse range of speakers on how our heritage has shaped our cultural identities. “We hope that this year’s programme will provide plenty of insight into how the events leading to and after the Plantation of Ulster continue to shape our future.” Pól Ó Frighil, Irish Language Officer with Derry City Council added: This year’s Island

Taxi Drivers to be ‘first responders’ In an initiative between North West Taxi Proprietors, the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS) and Western Health and Social Care Trust some taxi drivers int he city have received training in being ‘first responders.’ The twelve drivers, the first in the North, have volunteered to deal with situations until paramdics get there. Each has been equipped with a defibrillator, mobile phone and kit bag when on

duty and they will receive refresher training every six months. Gerry Hamill from North West Taxi Proprietors said: “Speaking on behalf of the Heart of Foyle Steering Group, we’re excited to be part of this innovativ e first res ponder scheme.

“Our taxi drivers are based within the community and I believe they are well placed to deliver this critical first response. This service is complimentary to the emergency service provided by the ambulance and 999 should always be

Voices lecture series will explore the legacy of Plantation from a range of perspectives and will potentially challenge some of our long-held beliefs about our shared past. “As we draw to the end of our year as City of Culture it’s a good time to reflect on the history of the city and to examine our relationships with the past.” The Island Voices programme is funded by Derry City Council’s Good Relations Programme and is supported by Foras na Gaeilge.

All lectures in the series will take place in Derry City Council’s award-winning Tower Museum at 1.00pm on each of the dates. To book please contact the Tower Museum at Tel: 028 7137 2411 or email tower.reception@

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A spokesperson for the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service said: “NIAS welcomes the establishment of this initiative which will complement existing ambulance provision in the city

“First responder groups play an important role in providing immediate assistance to a casualty while ambulances, which will continue to be despatched as normal, make their way to the call to provide high quality clinical care to those in need.”

Mayor Councillor Martin Reilly launching the Digital Atlas of Derry~Londonderry at the Tower Museum. Included, from left, are Keith Lilley, QUB, Sarah Gearty, Irish Historic Towns Atlas, Attracta Ingram, Royal Irish Academy, Dublin, and Bernadette Walsh, Museum Services, Derry City Council.

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Full programme unveiled Inaugural City Of Derry International Choral Festival

The highlight of the festival, will see eight choirs from as far afield as Cuba, Italy, Belarus, England and Ireland go up against one another in an international competition. The four-day event, the only one of its kind in the whole of the UK, will also feature competitive and non-competitive opportunities across a wide range of ages and styles, including the involvement of over 20 school choirs and over 30 national choirs.

Derry will ring out to the sound of music in October when the first ever City of Derry Internartional Choral Festival takes place in October.

The festival will run from October 24 until October 27 will see choirs from across the worls comepete against each other. Last week the official programme was announced and it promises to be a feast for music lovers.

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City Council’s Community Relations Team who have received the APSE Annual Service Award 2013 for the Best Local Government Initiative in the UK . The „YHIDE” project, Youth History Identity Democracy Equality, pictured with the Mayor Councillor Martin Reilly at a reception in the Guildhall. Picture Martin McKeown. Inpresspics.com

The organisers hope that the inaugural festival will appeal to fans of all types of music with performances from Grammy Award winner Imogen Heap, beat-boxer Lytos and Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalists Incognito.

An opening night gala performance on October 24 sees Codetta take to the stage with Latvian Voices, while Derry born saxophonist Gerard McChrystal also makes a homecoming appearance. Imogen Heap, the multi-award winning multi-instrumentalist, will perform at a special concert in St Columb’s Hall on Friday 25 October with a host of acts including the Roundhouse Choir, Encore, Colmcille Ladies and Holst Singers. Festival activities will also include school competitions and Big Sing Workshops, national competitions, and performances and workshops in the equal voice, mixed voice, youth, sacred and gospel categories.

Choirs will also take part in a Choral Trail throughout the weekend in various locations around the city including Guildhall Square, the Craft Village, shopping centres and hotels, as well as a Sacred Trail on Sunday 27 October in some of the city’s churches.

sounds we will hear. "With over sixty choirs performing throughout the four days of the festival – local, national and international – there will be something of interest for everyone.

The international competition and a closing gala performance featuring all competing choirs will bring the prestigious event to a close as acclaimed groups vie for the first ever City Of Derry title including a locally designed bespoke trophy and significant cash prize.

"Add to this the beautiful setting of the historic St Columb’s Hall and we have all the ingredients of an outstanding festival. Don’t miss it.”

Festival Director Donal Doherty said: “Prepare to be amazed at the quality and variety of the choral

Further information and ticket details are available from www.codichoral.com

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“I have always been a beauty fanatic. My love for beauty and skin care started at a very young age, stealing my mothers makeup to leave myself looking like a clown. At the age 11I had my own skin care regimen , and through the years i have gathered myself a beauty cupboard that looked like something from ‘Hoarders’. I adore makeup. I started my career in NYC as a plus size model , watching how the makeup artist worked I learned so much . Moving on in my career I just knew makeup was my next big thing so I went to the chic studios makeup school in manhattan , I've done NYC fashion week TV movies pop videos and so much more , now I have returned to my beautiful home town of Derry to spread my beauty knowledge . I love experimenting with new products, colour techniques and styles. I am always learning and updating my craft. What inspires me about makeup is the change it can make to

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“Let the glamour begin!” your day and mood. Applying makeup will give you the feel good factor because when you look good you feel good.”

My Beauty Mantras Find a moisturiser that suits your skin , and use it everyday . Always wash your makeup off before you go to sleep , this is very important , not washing your makeup off leads to dry skin which leads to old skin , so always wash before bed Mascara is your best friend So treat yourself to a good product in this department , Dior ‘Black Out’ has always been there for me in my times of need. Lancôme gentle softening cleansing fluid is my ultimate face wash , so soft and easy

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A smokie eye look in 5 minutes Take your black eyeliner and completely line your eye along the lash line and into the water line , this doesn’t have to be to perfect as you will smudge it after . Then take your eyeshadow in this picture I used a rich brown , using your eyeshadow brush, cover the lid of your

eye just into the crease with shadow building depth and really blending your liner and shadow together . Finish the eye with black mascara to dazzle . And there you go perfect smokie eyes in 5 mins .

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Cassidy Wedding The wedding of Natalie and Oran Cassidy which took place on August 17th 2013 at St Eugene's Cathedral Derry, with reception at the Clanree Hotel, Letterkenny. Included are bride and groom with bridal party; Bronagh, Karen, Lisa, Tara, Kieran, Mark, Gary and Kevin. Photographs by Gerard Cassidy.

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Tacks – The Loss of a Legend No one ever imagined that we would be talking about Tackler (Darren Crawford) in past tense, but as fate would have it, here we are. It’s difficult to sum up exactly who Tacks (as he was more commonly known as by his many friends and family) was. He had a certain something, often described by those closest to him as “the beauty of Tacks!” Never shy of a hard day’s graft, Tacks left school at 16 for a plumber’s apprenticeship and worked for Omega until a recent illness. His skills with a spanner were second to none - and Derry will be lost without his big heart, big smile and helpful attitude. Generosity would probably be his strongest characteristic, especially with his time, as he always went out of his way to help those around him. However, that generous spirit came with a rare modesty - as Tacks was humble to the last, even insisting on doing odd jobs for the price of a cup of tea! A real family man, Tacks was a big believer in traditional family values and he doted on his

mammy, Bernie. He was always so thoughtful and protective, and even at the height of his illness, he went to great lengths to hide how ill he was to protect his family. A man of simple pleasures, Tacks’ sanctuary was spending hours with his daddy, Tony, and uncle Gerard out fishing at the Faughan. As a brother to Diarmuid, John and Melanie, he was very caring and supportive but his deepest affections were for his only sister, Melanie – and the two were like best friends. He was also a proud uncle to Melanie’s children, his only nephew Eoin and Goddaughter, Anna. When Tacks made an entrance, his personality and huge character filled the room and brought it to life. He was the life and soul of the party, especially with his roguish humour and that loud, infectious laugh of his. He was always a pleasure to be around and, determined to make others feel better, he often saw humour in the bleakest of situations. Few could doubt his reliability and work ethic and Tacks worked hard up until his illness. Everyone remembers that Tacks had a heart of gold.

He was such a loyal friend who loved those fortunate enough to be a part of his social circle. He always saw the good in people and the world in general, and to sum him up, it would be fair to say that anyone who knew him loved him... He was a beautiful person with a beautiful soul and he is missed by so many. Those who knew him realise now that it was a privilege to know such an absolute gentleman. Though he would probably disagree and laugh at us all now, Tacks is a legend because of the great way in which he saw the world and the impression he left upon it. He really was one in a million and there will never be another like him. A night dedicated to the memory of Tacks, and to celebrate his life, will take place this Saturday, September 28 at the Delacroix Bar on Buncrana Road. With an army of musician friends eager to help, the entertainment will be provided by the likes of Thumping Jellyfish, Bulrush, Denis & Caolan, Rory Morrin and many others. Tickets are available now from Link Music on Castle Street, priced £5, or pay on the door. All are welcome to come and remember the gentleman that Tacks was.

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SKIN CARE TIPS WITH DR MARIA MCGEE

MAKING LIFE TASTE BETTER WITH ROISIN

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SKIN CARE

Professional Tips and Advice to Get You Through Winter Name the largest organ in your body? Pub quizzers will all be sitting looking smug because this is one of the classic trick questions. No, it’s not your liver, although the liver performs the most diverse variety of functions, it is actually So how is this achieved? The answer to the skin which is the largest in terms of this question lies in the very nature of the skin itself. Skin is composed of two physical mass. primary layers, the epidermis, which And it does more than making sure contains no blood vessels but provides that everything else is tucked away and waterproofing and serves as a barrier to keeping the rain out; maintaining body infection, (the “cling film”) and the dermis temperature, expressing emotion, form- which contains the blood vessels and ing a barrier to the elements, our skin provides the cushioning we need from is perfectly adapted to help our bodies the outside world as well as containing stay in equilibrium with our surround- the blood vessels and glands. ings and because it has to also be able to cope with every movement we make Treat your skin like qualand sudden changes in our environment it is stressed in the most direct way, every ity leather? minute of every day. Our skin is mammalian, differing from Anyone who has come off a sports pitch that of animals in that it does not have after playing 90 minutes in the freez- fur - the human equivalent of the cow’s ing cold and wet only to jump into the hide, and if we don’t care for it that is shower or a hot bath can immediately exactly what it’s going to look and feel attest to the ability of the skin to cope like. Whether shoes, jackets, handbags or with sudden changes in temperature furniture we all know that natural materials need a bit of TLC to stay at their best. and humidity. Ensuring that it is not exposed to intense

direct light for long periods, that it is kept supple and not allowed to dry out and crack due to lack of moisturizing leather conditioner. If you are lucky enough to have a pair of Manolos or Louboutins, I bet you don’t just wear them out in the wet to go shopping for your groceries! Your skin is the same; it needs that care and maintenance that you would not hesitate to give an expensive pair of shoes, whether by protecting them from damaging conditions or maintaining their flexibility and appearance with a specialist shoe cream. So you should use a specialist natural moisturising cream to give your skin the treatment it deserves.

Get some ‘lip service’ over winter As winter approaches we need to change our approach to skincare, cold temperatures and drying winds can be very wearing and particular attention needs to be

paid to the delicate areas. Many people find that their lips can become badly chapped and sore, for a very good reason. The skin of the lips is much thinner than that on the rest of the face and of course it is under tremendous strain accommodating the sudden stretches and puckering from speaking, smiling and eating. Regular application of moisturisers and barrier creams are very helpful and men need to realize that they are not immune and a little pot or tube of lip balm can make the difference between comfort and misery. It doesn’t have to come in grapefruit or cherry flavour, there are many neutral options and there is definitely something out there to suit everyone. Anyone of Marble Hill’s moisturising creams also act as great natural non fragranced lip balms.

Moisturise, Moisturise

Moisturise,

A good moisturiser is vital for exposed faces and hands to help maintain skin at its best and minimize the likelihood of eczema and hacks. If your skin is prone to eczema try to avoid extremes of temperature- too hot and dry indoors or intense cold while you are out and about.. Remember to wear well-insulating gloves, avoiding wool as it can cause irritation. Fingers are very vulnerable to becoming cold quicker than other parts of the body and as anyone who has eczema knows it only takes moments to trigger a flare –up but it can take months to get back to normal. Sore, cracked hands are a real source of misery so do take care.

Dr Maria McGee MB ChB is a medical doctor and Natural Skin Care expert. She founded Marble Hill to produce her own range of Natural Skin Care products to offer a natural alternative to commercial cosmetics. Marble Hill manufactures their natural skin care range at Unit 35 Northwest Business Complex Skeoge Industrial Estate right here in Derry and their products can be bought online at www.marblehillonline.co.uk. Locally Marble Hill products are stocked by Belmont Pharmacy on the Culmore Rd, Carlisle Road Foot Clinic and Brookmount Pharmacy in Omagh. To find out about all our stockists see www.marblehillonline.co.uk

Does Your Accounting System Deliver? Last month we it should facilitate decisionmaking within the business. talked about the your business rather importance of Managing than the business managing numbers and the you: is the benefit to be gained a robust accounting sysneed for informa- from tem. tion to drive your Depending on the type and size of your business your business. To do requirements will vary. You this you need a may have to produce sales invoices, capture expenditure, robust account- process payroll, produce vat ing system, how- returns and provide sufficient management information to ever research has ensure the smooth running of shown a distinct the business. lack of adequate What type of system do systems in small you use? businesses. Manual records

So what is an accounting system? An accounting system has procedures and controls sufficient to collect, record and classify financial information. This data should be accurate, relevant and timely to enable you to fulfil all your filing and reporting obligations. More importantly

Manual systems can be tedious and time consuming; however some owners are very comfortable with this method of data entry. They understand the single entry recording system and this is sufficient to produce year-end information. A major drawback, however, is the time and effort required to extract detailed management

ment in both time and money in order to reap the benefits.

information. A manual system is rarely used in driving the business.

Electronic workbooks A step up is the use of electronic records such as Excel workbooks. These systems have the efficiencies of built-in formulae to take the tedium out of adding monthly columns of figures. This again is a single entry system and whilst good for collating and analysing data it takes time to produce and keep updated monthly management information.

Computerised accounting packages Computerised packages come in various levels, from the basic to the sophisticated systems that can cater for such areas as stock and multi currencies. They have the advantage of integration and the ability to produce real time information about the operation of the business. You know your numbers: sales activity, overheads, and profitability. Reporting enables you to track Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and drive your business month on month. When choosing a computerised system, you will need to make a solid commit-

We are now seeing the emergence of online systems and with the ease of access and cloud storage these are starting to attract serious attention. My philosophy has always been to keep it as simple as possible. You need to understand your finance function before investing in expensive systems. Carry out sufficient research to ensure you implement the most appropriate system for your particular business needs. Consider not only the hardware and software but also the installation of the system and staff training. Invest in a system that will grow with your business.

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Reiki Treatments & ‘Learn Reiki’ Workshops ings Love & s s e l B Angel

Sinead Lynch (Usui Reiki Master/Teacher) Mobile; 07792183429 Email; sinead.lynch@live.co.uk Website; www.htso.org

Learn Reiki in 3 stages: First Degree/Reiki 1 The first level is primarily for the self. It is the beginning of a journey into awareness of the world of energy, both external and internal. A Level 1 Attunement is given by the Reiki Master/Teacher during the Workshop and this clears and opens the central channel of the student so that the energy of Reiki can begin to flow easily through them. During the workshop the students are introduced to various meditations and exercises that will help the student open up to and work with Reiki energy. It also enables the student to, ‘nonprofessionally’, treat family, friends and pets. The workshop also provides students with comprehensive manuals to take home and the completion of this First Level is rewarded with an Usui Reiki First Level Certificate. Reiki 1 is taught @ The Chrysalis Cove as a Full Day Workshop but can be booked oneto-one during the week or as an evening class. Cost £85 Level 1 has no entry requirements so it is ideal for everybody to learn.

by a Reiki Master/ Teacher and a comprehensive manual is given for the student to take home. Also students are introduced to the three key healing symbols (The Golden Keys) and taught the specific function of each, and when? where? and how? to use them. Students are also taught the importance of these symbols in future healing work.

During this workshop an Level 2 Attunement is given

This level is taught as a Full Day Workshop @ The Chrysalis Cove but can be booked one-to-one during the week or as as an evening class. Cost £185

Students must have completed Reiki 2 with a Reiki Master/Teacher before booking and must bring along their Reiki 1 & Reiki 2 certificates if awarded by another Reiki Master/ Teacher other than myself Sinead Lynch (Reiki Master/ Teacher).

Reiki Treatments/ Health Benefits A Reiki treatment feels like

After completing this level students are rewarded with a certificate. A level 2 certificate is essential for insurance purposes when working at a professional level. Reiki 2 is taught @ The Chrysalis Cove as a full day workshop but can be booked oneto-one during the week or as an evening class. Cost £125 (Students must have completed Reiki 1 with a Reiki Master/Teacher before booking & should bring their Reiki 1 Certification with them on arrival if awarded by another Reiki Master/Teacher).

“I really enjoyed my Reiki 2 Workshop today. Sinead explained everything really well and she is so friendly. I would recommend this workshop with Sinead to others” (Donna Brown, Eniskillen)

needs of each client. I would recommend her to everyone and I hope to experience it again” (Hugh Mc Clean, Derry).

pones the aging process,

Reiki Health Benefits:

• Helps spiritual growth and emotional clearing

• Creates deep relaxation and aids the body to release stress and tension, • It accelerates the body’s self-healing abilities, • Aids better sleep, • Reduces blood pressure • Can help with acute (injuries) and chronic problems (asthma, eczema, headaches, etc.) and aides the breaking of addictions

Students will learn how Reiki facilitates distant healing and throughout the workshop participation in advanced meditation will prepare students prior to channelling and working with this powerful Reiki energy Students will be taught how to prepare a room for healing sessions and will be given other advice on starting their own Reiki Healing Practice.

“I really enjoyed my Reiki 1 Workshop with Sinead. She is a wonderful teacher and an inspiration. I will recommend “I thoroughly enjoyed my learning Reiki to everyone.” Reiki 2 Workshop. I’m de(Louise Kane, Omagh) lighted to have got my Level 2 Attunement and I am look“Thank you so much for an ing forward to using Reiki amazing experience” (Enda on a regular basis” (Siobhan Rafferty, Omagh). Quinn, Omagh).

Second Degree/ Reiki 2, Practioner Level

“The most amazing experience was had. Sinead is the most inspirational and nicest person I have met. The spiritual energy was so evident from the moment I walked into her room. Thank you so much” (Louise Kane, Omagh).

alising their full potential as human beings.

• Helps relieve pain, • Removes energy blockages, adjusts the energy flow of the endocrine system bringing the body into balance and harmony, • Assists the body in cleaning itself from toxins, • Reduces some of the side effects of drugs and helps the body to prepare & recover before, during & after surgery and chemotherapy,

Third Degree/ Master level During this Level 3/Master Level Workshop an Attunement is given by a Reiki Master/Teacher and the students are given an extensive manual to take home. Students are introduced Master symbols, for use alongside the other symbols given at second level. Students will also be introduced to DNA Reprogramming, Chrystal Healing grids and Psychic Surgery. A Usui Reiki Master Level certificate is rewarded to the student on completion of this level. Often an individual’s choice to become a Reiki Master will coincide with big shifts in the way he/she chooses to live their life. The choice to become a Reiki Master is a choice to assist others in re-

a warm, glowing radiance flowing through and surrounding the body. Intense heat can sometimes be felt coming from the Reiki Practioner’s hands on different areas of the body. Energy centres that are out of balance or blocked will require more Reiki energy so the Practioner’s hands will heat up as the Reiki energy channelled intensifies. Reiki treats the whole person, including the body, emotions, mind and soul. The treatment process is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and self-improvement. “I have felt the benefits of Reiki after one visit to Sinead @ The Chrysalis Cove. Sinead is a calm and friendly Practioner, with an intuitive ability that enables her to channel the healing power of Reiki energy. She does this in such a way that is specific to the individual

• Supports the immune system, • Increases vitality and post-

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• Raises the vibrational frequency of the body,

“I had a Reiki session with Sinead @ The Chrysalis Cove and I found it very beneficial. I had a problem with vertigo and the healing was very good for me both physically and spiritually” (Paul Kee, Head of Football Development). “Having suffered with skin problems all my life I really had tried everything from acupuncture to very restrictive diets. Nothing seemed to work. At my wits end I contacted my local Reiki Practioner to give it a go. I didn’t know much about it and I was sceptical. After only one session I felt a major ‘shift’ in my body and my skin started to heal and wasn’t so itchy. I stopped scratching in my sleep for the first time in years. I am convinced Reiki helped with this, it really can produce amazing results” (Richard). For anyone interested in Learning Reiki at first level (Reiki 1) I am delivering a Reiki 1 workshop in An Creagan, Omagh on 14th September. Alternatively I am happy to deliver workshops on a one to one/small groups (max 3) basis @ The Chrysalis Cove, 5 Lampton Court, Strabane.

Self - awareness Transformation & Change

Reiki Treatments: 1hr, £30 Intuitive Angel Card Readings: 1hr, £30 Intuitive Life Coaching Session from £35 Learn Reiki Workshops (one-to-one/small groups)

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Back To Basics Baking With

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Royal Chocolate Biscuit Cake This week I stumbled across a picture of a chocolate biscuit cake and my mind boggled as to what this actually is! It sounds delicious and my initial thought was that it was a chocolate sponge cake with biscuit incorporated somewhere. Upon further investigation I found that it is

Ingredients 275g / 10oz Butter 150ml / 1/4 pt Golden Syrup 225g / 8oz Good Quality Chocolate 1/2 x 400g Packet of Digestive Biscuits (roughly crushed) 1/2 x 400g Packet of Rich Tea Biscuits (roughly crushed) 125g/4oz Shamrock Nuts (walnuts, brazils, almonds) optional 125g / 4oz Shamrock Fruit (sultanas, apricots, cherries) optional 1 Packet of

Fondant or melted chocolate (4oz) to decorate

ingredients you prefer, if used. Stir well.

Method:

4. Transfer to prepared tin. Level it on top and press down well to avoid “air gaps”. Refrigerate for 3 hours or place in the freezer for around an hour. Wrap completely in greaseproof paper and store in a fridge.

1. Line a 15cms/6″ round cake tin or a 2lb loaf tin with a double layer of greaseproof paper. 2. Melt the butter, syrup and chocolate in a pan over a low heat. Stir to make sure all the ingredients are well mixed together. 3. Add the biscuits, maltesers and fruit and nuts or any other

BANANA BREAD

like a giant tray bake formed into the shape of a cake or loaf. A Royal favourite and if its good enough for a Royal wedding reception I thought it was worth a try. Beware that it is extremely dense and heavy therefore a cake will go a long way but it’s delicious and certainly recommended.

Much to my surprise it’s very popular particularly here in Ireland and has a huge range of variations as you can just about anything from raisins to pecans to grated orange or lemon. Alcohol could also be added for an extra luxurious treat.

5. Cover with fondant or melted chocolate and decorate as desired.

Another firm favourite seller of mine is Banana Loaf. A deliciously moist loaf with no need for butter and is an ideal food if your on the move. Banana bread is utterly delicious, the natural sweetness of the fruit lending itself perfectly to baking. A great way to use up those left over bananas and the riper the bananas the better. If you have any bananas which are past eating but you don’t want to toss out mash them and freeze them in a plastic container. If you need to hurry the ripening process wrap in damp kitchen towel and place in a paper bag. This recipe is one of the all time classic home bakers, Mary Berry.

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ALTERNATIVES TO BANKRUPTCY BUSINESS

Last month we considered the process of Bankruptcy and the consequences of it. Now let’s consider some alternatives to Bankruptcy.

At the outset I would emphasis that if you are considering taking steps to resolve any financial difficulties that you take proper advice from a financial advisor.This article provides only an outline of possible ways forward and is not written by a financial advisor. A Debt Management Plan is an informal way of regularising your finances should you find yourself in difficulties.An approach is made to your creditors either by yourself or a representative with a proposal to repay your debt but not at the rate at which you had been repaying it. Sometimes arrangements can be made for a short period of time because of temporary problems with finance. Per-

haps you can pay a reduced based on a realistic assess- with this so check the fees if they didn’t agree. Gener- are not obliged to facilitate amount long term. If your ment of how much you can before giving anyone the go ally IVAs last for 5 years and a new arrangement and if creditor is prepared to be pay.The EJO will charge a ahead to act on your behalf. at the conclusion of the 5 the IVA fails they could petiflexible and work with you fee for administering this The Insolvency Practitioner years any remaining debt tion for bankruptcy. on this then it does pro- for you. If the AO is in place acts as an intermediary be- may be written off. How- Your credit rating will be afExplain the background to the set up of the business and the your business than a client who feels that you have done your best for fectedcase. by an IVA but once ever depending onof your and you areup? adhering to it tween you and your credi- them vide a way forward in terms motivation for set in the circumstances their particular of a solution. One draw- then your creditors will be tors and makes a proposal financial situation and the the debt is paid it will imare the for your business and howemploydo you prove again. Your equity in main your challenges home you back however is that the bound by it and will not be to the creditors with a view What overcome them? of years ago. He left in 2001 to establish his own practice McKeone to avoiding legal action and may be required to re mort- ment status should not be able pursue further creditor potentially could and Co andto asked me toyou join him a few months ago. I had always wondered what it would be like to run my own practice andthe decided assisting with repay- gage in the last year of the adversely affected and IVAs in relation to the judgechange their minds about to rise to the challenge. Having worked for someone else for so many a challenge, however hard work and a conscientious approach than bankIVA to with clearselfany outstandment without going via the ment of a percentage of the is the arrangement. Generally combined belief goes a long are waymore to helpprivate to overcome the ing balance it face. is deemed ruptcy in that the details are If you do not adhere debt owed. You should give challenges speaking you should not be that weif all affordEJO. me appealed to me. combined venture in its do infancynot andpublished it is about establishing in the press appropriate for isyou charged fees for setting up to the agreement or miss a full disclosure to the Insol- This McKeone McGilloway as a practice with a reputation for reliability they onagain a regIVAofisservice. in place then the arrange- vency Practitioner of your andso.Once this arrangement if you apexcellentthe quality A bit however of luck helps tooare - then Whatpayment is your own background? generate your own luck- isnÕt whatand theycan say?be checked. creditors cannot con-thatister creditors so that they are all youthe proach an organisation for ment will fail. qualifying as a solicitor I worked with Brendan Kearney tinue to pursue you by presapproached and areand help but always check. Since What are the chief qualities that customers are looking for in a Co and was a partner there for almost 20 years. I was educated at As always seek full advice surising you the intentions. Individual Voluntary Ar- aware legal business atabout the minute? Thornhill College and Queens University Belfast.of Theyour type of work I did was mainly family laware anda litigation, butInsolvency I have considerable Practitioner debt and any interest on from a advisors or organisarangements (IVAs) for- The An Administration Order My experience to date as a solicitor in Derry has taught me that if experience in many other aspects of the law having worked in a very tions who the monies is frozen. works mal arrangement those can be made by the Enforcefeels thatowed you have a sincere interest in the specifically best possible help busy general practice for sofor long. Cormac has 10through years as ainformation sole prac- a client forenter them in their you treat them with respect and arebetitioner, during which time he has established a solidby client with debt management You can into ancase, IVA on youbase. regarding outcome with debts somewhere in provided ment of judgements Office. straightforward and directwith in your dealings with them and provide fore deciding which route your own or jointly anyour income and outgoings excess of £10000 and can This applies if your creditors What are the main services that the business offers in the area? them with value for money then they will be content with the service. to the take. Financial worries person.If inIthe course have already gone to court be used very effectively to to ensure that you are in a In other matrimonial cases, truly believe that ability to listen and Cormac and bankruptcy I offer a trulyand fullyregucomprehensive legal for process whatIVA youyou are hearing in aasympathetic and humane can be crippling soway it isisvital of the acquire position toservice pay something avoid and obtained a judgement clients. We both have skills in different aspects of the law which vital. Dealing with their business expeditiously and without delay is sum and wish to pay it that you get the best poslarise each debtotherissues.(Not all towards the debt at the alsolump against you for the debt complement clearly fundamental. Family/Matrimonial Law for inclu- end of the month.A meet- off so as to finalise matters sible assistance. you owe them. 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Having trouble in your relationship? homelife? worklife? workplace?

Why not write to us for some truthful and straight to the point advice, better still, we’ll tell you our thoughts from two different perspectives. Age is Wisdom... and Youth is Straight Talking. Write to us with your problems and we’ll give you our points of view email us at brutallyhonest@thecityherald.co.uk (ALL CONFIDENTIAL)

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(Lisa) Hi there, omg I really like this page guys! Just a quick concern I have. I have been dating two different fellas both are local and I really like them both. It’s at the point now where I think I need to make a decision one or the other. One fella is really nice and smart and treats me really well but we just don’t have as great a time as when I’m with the other fella. He on the other hand is a pure hottie and we have a great connection and a laugh. But I’m worried he might be a player…. He

asks me to send him racey pictures and I do it but I’m a little concerned he might be doing this with other girls? (T) Well Lisa…. playing the field go you! No harm in keeping your options open! This is a bit of a tough one alright. You seem to want to have your cake and eat it too and that’s pretty normal. For me, chemistry is really important but so is being treated well and with respect. If you’re concerned boyo number 2 is a player then he probably is. Asking for racey

pics lmao!! It’s a bit of craic and it’s good you’re comfortable and confident with him. If the other guy is good to you and treats you well that is well and good but if you’re picking up that you’re not having as good a time with him he may not be for you. I just think you kind of know when you’ve found an all-rounder. My advice…. Keep er lit lol. There’s no rush to make decisions yet. Enjoy being single. I think you’ll know when you know xx

My boyfriend of four and a half years is starting to get on my nerves. It’s at the point where I’d seriously rather go out with the girls and I enjoy a flirt with other men. Going home to him is nearly depressing the life out of me when I’m out. Do you think this could just be a phase? Kate

home to him. It’s not really fair to be out flirting and putting yourself out there either if you have him at home more than likely none the wiser. Maybe suggest some time apart and figure out how you feel. Better that than you wasting his time if you’re not into it anymore!

(T) Aww, poor fella!! It could be a phase, but on the other hand…. Even though you’ve been with him for quite a while I don’t think you should be depressed at the thought of going

(Paul) There’s a girl I like working in the same building as me she’s really gorgeous and always smiling. Thing is I always say hello but I don’t know her

name and I’d love to ask her out but don’t know if she has a boyfriend or not?? (T) Just pull her into an office Paul and get it over with lol. Only joking…. I’d say bite the bullet and start a proper conversation with the girl, ask her name, about what she does in work etc. Women like a confident man. Flirt with her, even a wee compliment might do the trick. And if she has a boyfriend sure there’s plenty more out there. Good Luck let us know how you get on….

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Derry Down the Years Soviet Ship leaving the City

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Preasráiteas International Pan Celtic Festival for Derry in 2014 & 2015 The team behind this year’s historic Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Derry have announced that An Fhéile Phan Cheilteach (the Pan Celtic Festival) will be hosted in Derry in 2014 and 2015 at a Buíochas event held to thank Fleadh volunteers. The festival will take place in the North of Ireland for the first time during Easter week and attracts visitors to the host venue from all over Ireland as well as the Celtic nations of Brittany, Cornwall, Isle of Man, Scotland and Wales. More than 10,000 people will participate in and attend a range of activities and events including the Festival Parade, harp, fiddle, piping, choral and traditional singing competitions. There will also be themed nights from each of the nations as well as a Camogie Blitz. Gearóid Ó hEára, Chairperson of the International Pan Celtic Festival Doire 2014/15 said: “We have shown that Derry is a centre of excellence for music, culture and that we can host large scale events. The announcement that we will now host the Pan Celtic Festival north of the border for the first time is a tangible legacy of the Fleadh, this Festival brings together people from these islands and Brittany in a quite unique celebration of Celtic culture. It is an honour for Derry to host this event and we are sure that the people of Derry will extend a fáilte mhór to all our visitors. We are also confident that local people will embrace and participate fully in the Féile.

“Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin wants to thank the County Board of the GAA, Derry City Council, and the Derry Visitor and Convention Bureau for their support for Derry’s bid to host the Festival.”

For more information visit www.panceltic.ie Tuilleadh eolais: Anne-Marie Gallagher - +447759711057 annemarie@culturlanndoire.ie Con Ó Conaill - conoconaill@eircom.net Nótaí d’eagarthóirí (Notes to Editors) An Fhéile Phan Cheilteach or Pan Celtic Festival is held annually in Ireland. The inaugural Festival was held in Killarney in 1971. The Festival’s aims are to promote and strengthen Celtic languages, culture, music, song and sport and to encourage inter-Celtic tourism, trade, and commerce. It attracts competitors, artists and visitors from all parts of Ireland as well as the other Celtic nations, Britanny, Cornwall, the Isle of Man, Wales and Scotland. The Festival features various events such as the Irish Céilí, An Comórtas Amhránaíochta Traidisiúnta (Traditional Singing Competition), themed national nights, street performances, parades and various competitions such as Comórtas na gCór (Choral Competition), Comórtas Idirnáisiúnta Cruite (International Harp Competition), Comórtas na bPíob (Piping Competition), Comórtas Rince Idirnáisiúnta (Inter-Celtic Dancing Competition) and An Comórtas Fidil (Inter-Celtic Fiddle Competition) and An Comórtas Camógaíochta.

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Willie Doherty exhibition highlight of cultural year The City Factory Gallery in Derry is set to host a major exhibition of photographic and video works by local artist Willie Doherty.UNSEEN will present approximately 20 photographic and four video works spanning the career of the twotime Turner prize nominee. The exhibition is being presented Matt’s Gallery, London and The Nerve Centre, running from Friday September 27, 2013 until Saturday January 4, 2014 at the City Factory gallery on Patrick Street. The exhibition will provide a critical overview of Doherty’s photographs and videos made on the streets of his native city and its hinterland, presenting new insight into the artist’s working methods and rationale. Since 1985 Doherty, a native of Chamberlain Street, has recorded the way in which the city has been shaped and altered in response to unfolding political events as he explored its streets through the simple acts of walking and looking. The title of the exhibition, UNSEEN, refers to the artist’s selfconscious method of using the camera in a context where it was imperative for him to avoid undue attention and to minimize the risk of being mistaken for a photojournalist or a tourist. The exhibition will reveal how Doherty has used the techniques of photojournalism, documentary landscape photography and the appropriation of images and texts to create a body of photographic work that explores the fine line between fiction and nonfiction.

Derry. UNSEEN will form a core element of the city’s 2013 Derry City of Culture celebrations. Shona McCarthy, Chief Executive of Culture Company 2013 said: “For nearly three decades Willie has been a beacon for the visual arts in Derry and his impact on the international stage has been an inspiration.

UNSEEN will examine how the artist evolved the use of image and text in his early black and white works (1985–92) to engage with the complexities of representing a contested landscape. A number of works from Lapse, a series of black and white photographs made in the 1980s and early 1990s will be shown for the first time; Doherty here investigating how these neglected or ‘lost’ images shift between the present (and our knowledge and understanding of ) the past. D o h e r t y ’s large colour c i b a c h ro m e s (1993–99), exploit the heightened colour of this particular photographic process to create a body of work that plays with the promise of narrative potential, as the images oscillate unsteadily between the staged and the found, the before and after. As part of this unique exhibition, Doherty will present a new group of photographs made this year in Derry, providing an opportunity for the artist to reflect on how the city has evolved and how his own working methods and processes continue to address the problem of photographing the contemporary city. UNSEEN will showcase a number of Doherty’s most important video installations that place some of Derry’s bestknown and more hidden sites as locations for his narratives. At The End Of The Day (1994) is the earliest video work to be included and highlights Doherty’s interest in the bor-

der roads that surround Derry’s west bank and reveals his early use of circular repetition as a formal and metaphorical device within the video works. The exhibition will include ReRun (2002) a double screen video projection for which Doherty was shortlisted for the Turner Prize in 2003. Ghost Story (2007), which was produced as part of Doherty’s

representation of Northern Ireland at the Venice Biennale in 2007 will be shown for the first time in Derry. Remains (2013), a new video work that Doherty has produced in Derry in 2013 will be included in the exhibition, having debuted at Art Unlimited at Basel 2013. Remains was made in a number of locations in Derry that have been used since the early 1970’s to carry out kneecappings, a form of punishment shooting used to control drug use and other forms of so called ‘anti-social behaviour’. Robin Klassnik, Director of Matt’s Gallery, London, who has worked with the artist since 1990, curates the exhibition with Pearse Moore, Chief Executive of the Nerve Centre,

“At a time when the eyes of the contemporary arts world will be focused on the city as it hosts the Turner Prize, it is fitting that Willie Doherty is having a major exhibition in his home town.” Dr Suzanne Lyle, Head of Visual Arts, at the Arts Council of Northern Ireland, said:

“The Willie Doherty UNSEEN exhibition is an ex-

ceptional opportunity for local audiences to see a really significant body of works by one of Northern Ireland’s most respected contemporary artists. “The themes of the work, which range from 1985 to the present day, will resonate with the people of Derry in particular and this is a rare and wonderful opportunity to see both his photographic work and video pieces together in Northern Ireland. It is an opportunity not to be missed. ” David Alderdice, Director of

British Council Northern Ireland, said: “Willie Doherty’s

UNSEEN is one of the highlights of the year for me! We are so proud to be involved in making this world-class exhibition possible. UNSEEN is a must see.” Pearse Moore, chief executive of the Nerve Centre, which has co-curated the exhibition with

Matts Gallery in London, said:

“The Nerve Centre has a long association with Willie Doherty as a producer of his video work. “For this major retrospective, the City Factory Gallery space has been transformed to house 20 photographic and four video works. The result is spectacular.”

About the Artist Willie Doherty was born in 1959 in Derry, Northern Ireland and was educated at St. Columb’s College. His solo exhibitions include the Dallas Museum of Art (2009), Lenbachhaus, Munich (2007), the Renaissance Society, Chicago (1999), and Tate Liverpool (1998). He has participated in the Biennale di Venezia (2007, 2005, 1993) and the Bienal de São Paulo (2002). In 1994 and 2003, Doherty was shortlisted for the Turner Prize. In 2012 he participated in dOCUMENTA (13), Kassel, Germany. The exhibition will be accompanied by a 250 pp publication, UNSEEN. Colour and duotone photographs will illustrate all of the works Doherty has made in Derry between 1985 and 2013 The publication will re-publish Jean Fisher’s seminal text from 1990 on Doherty’s early photographic works, Seeing Beyond The Pale. Fisher has also written a new text Reflections that provides an overview of how Doherty’s work has evolved and responded to the changing socio-political context in Derry. UNSEEN will include a new text by the internationally renowned Irish author, Colm Tóibín, that reflects on the now invisible border between the North and South

of Ireland. Colm Toibin’s novels include ‘The Master’ and ‘Brooklyn’ and his non-fiction work includes ‘Homage to Barcelona’ and ‘Bad Blood: A Walk Along the Irish Border’. A text by Susan McKay, the award winning Irish journalist and author of the critically acclaimed ‘Bear In Mind These Dead’ will explore the current situation in Derry in the difficult aftermath of the conflict. UNSEEN is a Matt’s Gallery, London and The Nerve Centre, Derry publication, designed by Tony Waddingham. Established in east London in 1979 by Director Robin Klassnik, Matt’s Gallery exists to support artists with the space and time to take risks, test their limits and surprise even their own intentions. By placing equal emphasis on the gestation of the work and the final exhibition, Matt’s Gallery provides the best conditions for experiencing art and challenging audiences Klassnik has worked with Doherty since 1990, when the gallery first commissioned Same Difference, following the British Government’s broadcast media ban on Sinn Fein and seven other proscribed Republican and Loyalist organisations. Matt’s Gallery was the first gallery to commission the artist to make lens based work. Over the past 34 years the gallery has commissioned ambitious work by artists at all stages of their careers including Mike Nelson, Susan Hiller, Willie Doherty, Richard Wilson, Nathaniel Mellors, Lindsay Seers and Jimmie Durham.

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The Belfray Country Inn together with owners Brian and John has been a driving force in creating the unique Gala Evenings, which have become so popular since coming into existence over the last 18 months. The Show itself features John who has been on the Entertainment Circuit for many years, appearing at many of the Casino venues throughout Europe-on the Cruise Ships and Touring in the UK. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love of the West End Musicals has been carried over into the Show. With the addition of Natasha Wilde with her powerhouse voice and

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Trap’s Ireland record • Matches: 64 • Wins: 26 • Draws: 22 • Defeats 16

Giovanni falls down the Trap door by Aron Hegarty

Giovanni Trapattoni was hailed as ‘best manager in Europe’ by the Football Association of Ireland on his appointment in 2008.

Few could argue with that considering the Italian had won league titles in four different countries and previously managed Bayern Munich, Juventus, Inter Milan, Benfica and Italy. It was a major coup. Ireland had got their man and, with the financial help of businessman Denis O’Brien, the FAI had delivered the ‘world class manager’ they promised. Trapattoni, 74, who last month stood down as Irish boss says he left the team in a better place than he found it.

“Over five years, I think we (he and assistant Marco Tardelli) have achieved a good result,” he said. “We have changed the team, we have improved the ranking, we have moved on players and discovered many others.” Most would agree, factually, he was successful. But how will the Trapattoni era be remembered? In his maiden qualifying campaign for the 2010 World Cup,

he guided Ireland through a group containing Italy, Bulgaria, Montenegro, Cyprus and Georgia to set up a play-off with France.

Only a blatant, but unseen handball from Thierry Henry denied Trapattoni’s brave Irish team a summer in South Africa. The injustice from that playoff had a unifying effect on the players and fans as they rallied behind Trapattoni for Euro 2012 qualification alongside Russia, Slovakia, Macedonia, Armenia and Andorra. However, it was during this campaign that cracks in the Italian’s armour began to show. Frustration among fans grew over his stubborn approach to change, deployment of cautious tactics and questionable team selections. He would, for instance, constantly overlook Premiership stars like Seamus Coleman,

Wes Hoolahan, James McCarthy and James McClean. Off the pitch, he was criticised for falling out with several players such as Andy Reid, Anthony Stokes, Stephen Kelly, Kevin Foley and Darron Gibson. While on the pitch, Ireland’s resistance under Trapattoni looked to be breaking. Russia threatened to cut loose in Dublin before a late fightback made the scoreline look respectable. Then in Moscow, only a Herculean effort (branded the ‘Miracle in Moscow’) from Richard Dunne and Shay Given saved Ireland from pure annihilation. Despite winning the Nations’ Cup, Ireland’s inability to win the ‘big’ matches – evident in the two drawn games against Slovakia – also concerned supporters. Yet through good fortune and luck, which included Armenia’s surprise double over Slovakia, they managed to seal second spot and a favourable play-off with Estonia. As expected, Ireland won over the two legs to qualify for their

first European Championships in 24 years. The ‘cat in the sack’ was as good as it got for Trapattoni. At the Euros, Ireland looked devoid of ideas and out of their depth in a group featuring World and European champions Spain, Italy and Croatia. They exited with no points. Many felt the Irish team was in need of a revamp; an injection of new blood due to an ageing squad and the international retirements of Damien Duff and Given. There were calls for Trapattoni to step down. He stayed after the FAI renewed his contract. Ireland faced a tough 2014 World Cup qualifying group with Germany, Sweden, Austria, Kazakhstan and Faroe Islands. A flattering win in Kazakhstan was followed by a demoralising 1-6 drubbing by Germany in Dublin. The pressure on his position increased. Trapattoni though remained defiant and the FAI stuck by their man. Things looked to have im-

proved when Ireland got a point in Sweden and were unlucky to concede late to Austria. The race for second place was still on. But Ireland bowed out of that race after Sweden’s win at the Aviva Stadium last month all but ended their hopes of making Brazil next summer. Even before the Austria match, the Italian confessed his time was drawing to a close. “I don’t expect after this campaign, to go again with Ireland,” he said. A 1-0 defeat in Vienna left Ireland with only a mathematical possibility of second place. Immediately after the game, Trapattoni said he would wait for the FAI to decide his future. The next morning, they released a statement announcing his departure by mutual consent. His luck had finally run out. On paper, Trapattoni will go down as a managerial success. But in the hearts and minds of the Irish fans, his feats will be remembered for statisitics and box-ticking.

Schmidt set to lead Irish rugby by Aron Hegarty

While the search for the next Irish football manager goes on, a new era under Irish rugby coach Joe Schmidt is about to begin.

“We lost five of our first six games” recalled Schmidt on his poor start as Leinster coach in an interview on RTE’s ‘Today with Sean O’Rouke’. “But what gave me confidence was the players came to me and expressed their faith in what we were doing. They grasped it and took it forward.”

Schmidt, who became head coach in April, will officially take charge of Ireland for their three-match Guinness Series internationals next month. Ireland play Samoa on November 9th, Australia on the 16th and the New Zealand ‘All Blacks’ on the 24th. And all eyes will be focused on how the Irish team fares under the man who masterminded Leinster’s 2011 and 2012 Heineken Cup triumphs.

“I’m really motivated by the challenge,” said 48-year-old Schmidt following his appointment until 2016. “If you’re going to find out what you can bring to a group, what better way then to take on one of the biggest jobs in world rugby? “I’ve had a good look at a lot of Ireland’s players and

we’ll try to improve the performance and make us as competitive as possible.”

He added: “I will be working hard and so will the players to deliver something that will be entertaining and hopefully successful.”

Indeed work hard they will need to. Samoa, who turned over Wales at the Millennium Stadium last

autumn, are currently ranked above Ireland in the latest IRB World Rankings and will provide a stern test for Schmidt’s first game. Australia, despite a series loss to the British & Irish Lions and a disappointing Rugby Championship, will be looking to avenge Ireland’s World Cup win last time the sides met. Then there is the All Blacks... who Ireland have never beat-

en. Last time out, Ireland suffered a record 60-0 humiliation at the hands of the World Champions. This time around, with it being Brian O’Driscoll’s last crack at beating the Kiwis, there will be a lot riding on this eagerly-anticipated fixture. For Schmidt though, the focus is not all on the winning or losing of these tests.

The game which turned the tide was against arch rivals Munster in the Aviva Stadium. Leinster grafted out a tight 13-9 win for the first victory of the Schmidt reign that would later yield two Heineken Cups, an Amlin Challenge Cup and a league title. Three years on from that match, the Kiwi is now Ireland coach and has been tasked with reviving the national team’s fortunes following a poor Six Nations campaign this year. Schmidt says he will use the up-coming internationals to assess the squad ahead of next year’s Six Nations. “It (autumn series) is an opportunity to get to know the players,” he said.

“A number of selections were very tight – which is positive. The group is tried and proven, but with some newer faces as well.” Leicester Tigers’ Niall Morris plus Leinster duo Dave Kearney and Jack McGrath are among the new faces in the extended 42-man training panel. But Schmidt opted to leave Ulster prop Tom Court, centre Darren Cave and scrum-half Paul Marshall out of his first Ireland squad. While notable names such as Andrew Trimble, Craig Gilroy and Felix Jones were not considered due to injury. However, the New Zealander hinted they might have a part to play in the autumn test series as they return to full fitness and resume playing. “There are a number of players who have not yet had many opportunities to make an impression,” he said. “There are also youngsters who have been impressive in the early rounds of the Pro 12 that we’ve left to keep working with their provinces.”

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Heading : The big top 2 clash Prediction : collon to nick the win

Art deco v newton heath (vale centre ) Having moved up a division through the back door art deco are finding things a little bit tougher than last year . Having won just one in 3 games they sit mid table . Newton heath having played a game less are sitting with equal points and they will look to capitalise on the game in hand . This could be another tricky tie .

Prediction draw

score

Tamnaherin celtic v bentley fc (lettershandoney)

Premier division : MATCH OF THE DAY Westbank united v clifton villa (prehen no 6 ) This encounter has all the makings of a cracking game . Clifton villa and westbank sit at the top of the premier league table . Both teams like to get the ball down and play . With westbank having played a game less than villa its a good opportunity to get they're noses in front . Tight game expected but I'm giving the nod to westbank .

Prediction : westbank to edge it

Creggan swifts v du pont ( lisnagelvin 4 ) Both teams recorded good wins over the weekend . Creggan beating brandywell and du pont heavily defeating

clooney . Both these squads have added good players to their ranks this year so this could be an interesting tie . I think the experience of creggan may just be enough to see off du pont though .

Prediction : creggan swifts win

Rosemount v phoenix (st columbs 2 ) This game won't be as straight forward as most neutral spectators would think . Rosemount are a good footballing side this year and have also added a few men to thir squad . Having beat clifton villa at the weekend they will be full of confidence going into this game . Phoenix however have quality throughout the team and they're in my opinion the team to beat this year . Although its going to be a tough enough game I think phoenix will be too strong for rosemount .

Prediction : phoenix

to win

Strabane athletic v brandywell celtic (prehen no 1) Strabane are finding life extremely tough in the top flight this year . 3 games played with no points gained . They suffered a heavy defeat at the weekend to phoenix and could may face the same again this week against brandywell celtic . Brandywell have played two games . One win and one defeat and they will certainly be looking to move up the table with a win this weekend .

Prediction : easy win for brandywell celtic

Championship : Gransha institute v drumahoe ( lisnagelvin 2)

Gransha institute have hit the ground running this term round . Played two and won 2 . it seems that they are going to be one of the teams to be this year . Drumahoe on the other hand have played three with 0 points collected . This could be an easy victory for gransha institute .

Prediction : gransha institute pick up easy 3 points

Sion swifts v collon celtic (strabane) This looks to be the game of the day in the championship . You have a big physical side in sion and a good footballing side in collon . Sion have played 2 games picking up maximum points and collon having played only one has done the same . I'm thinking the passing game of the collon may just be a bit too much for sion on this occasion .

Tamnaherin will strongly fancy themselves here against a side who sit at the foot of the table . They are a good physical side who can play a bit of football to . Bentley will not be looking forward to travel out here for this one .

Hml having played 2 games are sitting with four points . They are an experienced team in this league having just missed out last year . They will be hoping to improve on last year and go all the way this time out . Phoenix are new to the league and not much is known about them . They sit at the foot of the table having played two games with just one point .

Prediction : hml win

Oxford v city colts ( thornhill ) City colts are a team that's played in the northwest afternoon league for the last 10 years . They are another team who like to pass the ball . The problem they seem to face at the minute is leaking goals . They have played 2 games and conceded 7 goals . If they want to stand any chance of dominating this league they need to strengthen up in defense . They face a young oxford team who will want to take advantage of this . On there day they can be a match for any team .

Prediction : city colts Prediction : easy win to scrape the win for the tams

First division : Oakleaf celtic v metro fc ( leafair) Having just entered the league this year , metro are finding their feet gradually over the last few games . They can play some nice football at times and will fancy to take maximum points here . Oakleaf however are a very experienced side and can cause a few problems here .

Prediction : draw

Culmore v foyle athletic (culmore ) Gerry doherty must be feeling very hard done by at the minute . His young culmore team has been playing great football but have only managed 2 points from 4 games . They played an experienced city colts last week and held there own up until they went down to ten men . Foyle athletic are a side that's been playing in the sat morning league for years . although they are a shadow of the team they used to be they can at times play some attractive football at times . This should be a pretty even match but the youth of culmore might just come out on top .

hml v phoenix colts (templemore cenPrediction : culmore tral ) to win .

PREDICTOR

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Saturday Morning League First Division

City Colts 6-3 Culmore Watching City Colts this season should come with some sort of government warning – not for the faint hearted. The 2 games they have played so far have yielded an amazing 17 goals. And the former North West Premier league side maintained their unbeaten start to the Saturday Morning League. However, despite the score line this was a very competitive game with the Culmore youngsters more than holding their own up until they were reduced to 10 men. The Colts started the game very brightly despite missing a number of key players and indeed having no subs. But it was Culmore who took the lead when the classy Matthew Merrigan netted the open-

ing goal in the 10th minute. Five minutes later Gary Curran equalised for the Colts with an excellent solo effort. The home side doubled their lead when the dangerous Eoghan ‘Moo’ Moore scored another wonderful trade mark goal. The ever industrious Micky McDaid made it 3-1 to City Colts at halftime. Culmore manager Gerry Doherty must have instilled some confidence in his side with his half-time team talk as Culmore came out fired up after the break. Danger man Merrigan pulled one back for Culmore in the 55th minute, then completed his hat-trick 10 minutes later to level the score at 3-3. Colt’s veteran Eoin Kearney put his side back in the lead with a rare headed goal in the 78th minute. The Colts’ management team decided to move pacey wingman Conan McGowan up front and he rewarded them with 2 late goals to leave the final score 6-3.

Sean Curran (Colts) intercepts the ball.

Entertainment: 9/10 – end to end stuff, 9 goals and a red card

aging debut for the big defender who show glimpses of class

Referee watch:

John Mullan 7/10 – solid shift from Moat, also out of position

Eugene Sherry - got most of the big decisions right, including the sending off

Man of the match:

despite being on the losing side, Culmore’s Matthew Merrigan was the best player on the pitch and scored a wonderful hat-trick

Eoghan Moore 8/10 – unstoppable when he gets into full flow. Also scored a great goal Eoin Kearney 8/10 – has been a revelation at midfield, did a lot of unsung donkey work and scored

Colt’s ratings:

Dee O’Hara 8/10 – plays every game for the Colts like it’s a cup final and has an amazing array of passes

Patrick Quigley 6/10 – a couple of mistakes from the young netminder which resulted in Culmore goals

Conan McGowan 8/10 – been out for a while and was a little rusty. Showed his class with 2 late goals

Peter Mahon 7/10 – a solid game for the veteran player despite playing out of position

Micky McDaid 8/10 – some mazy dribbles and a sweet goal from Micky ‘Brown Suit’

Liam Langan 8/10 – Colts new captain and best defender

Gary Curran 8/10 – a good shift and a goal, one to watch this season

Sean Curran 7/10 – an encour-

David O’Hara (Colts) pushes past the Culmore forwards

Peter Mahon (Colts) fights off Culmore defender Dylan Breslin.

Danger in the Culmore Box. Danger in the Culmore Box.

Eoin Kearney (Colts) attempts to steal the ball.

Michael McDaid (Colts) with a hard tackle.

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Derry Back To Winning Ways. Derry City recorded their first home league win since June with a 2-0 win against struggling Bray Wanderers on Friday night. And although Bray probably had more goal scoring chances than City, Declan Devine’s men will be relieved to secure a very valuable 3 points in the quest for European football next season.

Despite a run of recent bad results, Derry looked to have a spring in their step throughout the opening exchanges with young Ryan Curran making his first competitive start for the club looking particularly lively. And it was the home side who opened the scoring when the ever impressive Simon Madden made one of his trade mark forages down the right wing before his cross was rifled into the back of the Bray net by David McDaid in the 6th minute. The sparcely populated Brandywell may have anticipated that this would open the floodgates, but unfortunately Bray had other ideas. The away side would go on to have 7 attempts at goal compared to Derry’s 4 in the first period. Ismahil Akinade was to prove a particular thorn in Derry’s side throughout the remainder of the first half, and he saw a wonderful 20 yard volley superbly saved by Gerard Doherty in the 14th minute. Ten minutes later the same player forced Doherty into another good save after a well struck shot following a scintillating run down the right flank. McDaid livened up what was turning into quite a scrappy affair when he ran all over 60 yards with the ball before a Bray full back cover tackle brought the run to a halt. Bray responded with a classic counter attack. The impressive Dempsey in midfield found Waters who blasted high and wide.

Derry spurned a number of decent chances midway through the first half when Patterson fired a volley wide from 10 yards. Straight after that McDaid was also thwarted after a jinxy run from Molloy into the Bray box. And minutes later Bray keeper Quigley saved again as Simon Madden volleyed with the outside of his right boot. In the 39th minute Bray striker Waters had a fairly easy chance to level the scores, but again he failed to hit the target with a poorly struck volley as he bore down on Doherty in goal. As the half-time whistle approached Shane McEleney turned defence into attack as he carried the ball a good 40 yards to set up another Derry half chance, which was again thwarted by the Bray rear

guard. Despite that, the home side will have gone in happy enough to be 1-0 up at halftime. Derry came out the brighter side after the break and danger man Rory Patterson scuffed a shot just wide in the 49th minute. Minutes later Barry Molloy inch-perfect through ball saw Patterson through one on one with the keeper, but the Strabane man’s powerfully hit shot cannoned off the crossbar. Patrick McEleney was introduced in 57th minute, replacing Eoghan Osborne who was having a particularly torrid time at left back by Bray’s Ismahil Akinade. The home side looked much more threatening with McEleney operating in midfield. Patterson, too, was growing in confidence and

made a couple of dangerous runs into the heart of the Bray defence. That man Akinade then had a couple of decent chances to level the scores, but he headed straight at Doherty in the 59th minute then drilled another shot wide in the 64th minute. In the 75th minute Quigley made a fantastic double save as first Patterson then McDaid, with the rebound, fired shots goal bound. Seconds later Patrick McEleney saw a 25 yard effort fly just wide of the Bray right post. By this stage Derry had their tales up. McEleney slotted a defence splitting ball through to Michael Rafter who buried it into the bottom left hand corner to double Derry’s lead. In that moment the boy became

a man. This was to prove decisive and the home side saw out the remainder of the game winning 2-0. Referee: Paul McLaughlin was mostly anonymous throughout the game, as a good referee should be Entertainment: 6/10 An often scrappy affair with poor finishing from both sides. Bray were the better side in the first half, but Derry deserved the points with their second half superiority Man of the match: Gerard Doherty – made a couple of first class saves to keep Bray scoreless

Player ratings: Gerard Doherty : 8/10 Clean sheet from Derry’s number one and his team’s best player on the night Eoghan Osborne: 5/10 Had the misfortune of trying to mark Bray’s Akinade, and his misery was brought to an end when he was substituted in the 58th minute Dean Jarvis: 7/10 A solid game, first at centre-back then at left back for the unfortunate Osborne Shane McEleney: 8/10 Coolness personified at the back and one decent forage forward Simon Madden: 7/10 Not a vintage game for the classy right back, but still very good.

Crossed for McDaid’s goal and forced Quigley into one good save Michael Duffy: 7/10 a decent night’s work from the youngster, capped by scoring the winning goal Barry Molloy: 8/10 a great game from Derry’s captain first in midfield then unflappable at centre-half for most of the second half Ruaidhri Higgins: 6/10 a quiet game for the Limavady man. Attempted a couple of wayward Hollywood passes when the simple ball might have been more effective David McDaid: 8/10 scored the opening goal and was always looking for work throughout the 90 mins. Made a couple of great runs at the Bray defence with the ball too Ryan Curran: 7/10 the youngster didn’t look out of place in his first competitive start. A kid with a bright future Rory Patterson: 7/10 A quiet first half. Much more dangerous in the second and should have scored Subs – Patrick McEleney 8/10 Derry were a much more effective unit when McEleney came on Michael Rafter: not on long enough to be rated Raymond Foy: not on long enough to be rated

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Chaos Fighting Championships 12

28th Sept at Millennium Forum, Derry

Fight card

(subject to change)

Pro Feather Title

Welter Amateur

Bantam Pro

Feather Amateur

Benjamin Aaron Davis (SBG) vs Tommy McCafferty(Torres)

Michael Putlak(Heat MMA) vs Josh Boal(IMMA)

Lightweight Amateur Title

Emmett ‘Adonis’ Toland(Evolve) vs Ryan McElwee(AVT)

Middleweight Amateur Title

Cianan ‘Barbarian’ Toland(Evolve) vs Michael Hegarty (Sudden Impact)

Aaron Devlin(Team Torres) vs TBC

Feather Amateur

Jason mcKnight(IFS) vs Michael Duggan(AVT)

Middleweight Amateur

Julius ziurauskis(Torres BJJ) vs TBC

Welter Amateur

Chris Meanie(Torres) vs Ciaran McFadden(Rilion Gracie)

Eddie Wallace(Rilion Gracie) vs Danny Thompson(FAI)

Feather Amateur Title

Lightweight Amateur

Michael O Connor(Evolve) vs Niall Smith(Heat MMA)

eamon clinton(Aeseiri) vs James Allen (IMMA)

Flyweight Amateur Title

Bantam Amateur

Daniel ‘Dynamite’ Thompson(Evolve) vs Grant Carroll(Kyuzo)

Patrick Sharkey (Kyuzo) vs Dean Lane(Heat MMA)

K1 77kgs Chaos Fighting championships is back at the Millennium Forum (in association with Evolve Martial Arts) for what promises to be another action packed night of MMA. With 15 fights on the card it’s going to be another high octane night of top class MMA fighting. Chaos was the first, and is still the only Cage fighting show in Derry. We showcase the best talent from around the Northwest and all across Ireland. 3 current UFC fighters have appeared on the show in the past including the biggest name in Irish

MMA at the moment Conor McGregor. Plus NI’s biggest star, Norman Parke. With the fresh new talent on the show you may be witnessing the next batch of big stars. Two big names watch out for on this show are Tommy McCafferty from Torres BJJ/ LK kickboxing and Emmett Toland from Evolve. Tommy is challenging a very tough opponent in Ben Davis for the featherweight title belt. Tommy is already an accomplished kickboxer with 2 world titles, one European and one Commonwealth title. He is currently 4,0 (unbeaten) in MMA and holds the Immortal Title

For your chance to win two tickets to the Chaos Fighting Championships simply answer the question below.

Which Fighter will face off against Emmett Toland of Team Evolve for the Light-

belt. The guy a kickboxmachine who been working hard at other facets of his game and has finished all of his MMA fights so far on the ground.

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Emmet Toland is an up and coming amateur star who is yet unbeaten. He is the current holder of the Amateur lightweight belt and is looking to put on another smashing performance at the forum. He lifted the belt at the last show taking out his opponent in the first round. This

guy is known for his slick grappling and wrestling but has KO power in both feet and hands. With 6 different titles on the line this show looks like its going to be our big-

gest to date. We always pack the house whatever venue we use and this one will no doubt be the same with the amount of local talent on display.

Tickets will be available at the Forum Box office so get in touch quick or miss out… weight Amateur Title on the 28th of September?

Please email your answers to competitions@thecityherald.co.uk along with your name, address, and contact telephone number.

If anyone is interested in MMA training you can start the beginners classes at Evolve Martial Arts in Springtown. See www.evolvemartialarts.com for details

Gerard ‘Bomber’ Ward(Evolve) vs Rinalds Lubins (Immortal Fermanagh)

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