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East Cork GAAThis year’s first meeting of the East Cork Board took place inMidleton on January 14th. The first business of the meeting was toelect four members onto the GPC. The election of Tracey Kennedyas PRO and the decision of long-serving member Oliver Parsons[Ballinacurra] not to go forward this year guaranteed somechanges from last year, and the four elected were as follows: TonyCody [Dungourney], Aidan Swayne [Fr. O’Neill’s], John JoeO’Regan [Lisgoold] and Jerome O’Brien [Cloyne]. Tony Cody wasalso appointed Referees’ Administrator. The draw for the Junior AHurling Championship was made as follows:Preliminary Round: Fr. O’Neill’s v DungourneyRound 1:Preliminary Losers v Killeagh

Midleton v Erin’s OwnSarsfields v CarrignabhFearCastlemartyr v CloyneSt. Ita’s v Russell RoversCarrigtohill v WatergrasshillLisgoold v Bride Rovers

Other Championship draws were postponed as entries had to beconfirmed and the format of the Junior A Football was not yetfinalised. It is hoped that these draws will be made at the nextmeeting of the Board on January 21st. Changes to the PremierMinor grades will also have ramifications for East Cork competi-tions, as there will be two Premier minor grades in hurling andfootball for 2009, with all divisional champions automatically pro-moted to the lower premier grade.Both Runa� Willie Ring and Development Officer Dave Hoarehighlighted the fact that 2009 is the 40th Anniversary of Sc�r, andappealed to clubs to make a special effort to take part in this impor-tant cultural competition. The East Cork Final of Sc�r Sinsear willtake place at 7pm in Lisgoold on February 8th, and to qualify,clubs must enter a minimum of 2 competitions. Semi-finals of Sc�rna bPÆist� will be held in Watergrasshill on January 31st at 6pmand February 1st at 2.30pm, with the final in the same venue on

venue on February 15th at 2.30pm.Cathaoirleach Michael O’Brien noted that two former East CorkCathaoirligh had been elected to the Executive of Cork CountyBoard, Jerry O’Sullivan as Chairman and Ger Lane as PRO, and hewished them both well for 2009.

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KILLEAGH / INCHCOMMUNITY COUNCIL

The first meeting of 2009 was held in Killeagh Hall on Thursday8th January with 17 members in attendance. Sgt. Eoin Buckley from Youghal Garda Station who is theSergeant in charge of the Killeagh/Inch area had been invited toaddress the meeting and to answer any queries the CommunityCouncil had on garda matters arising in our Parish.Illegal parking in Killeagh, speeding through the village, and con-cerns regarding anti-social behaviour were discussed. The mainissue which arose from this discussion is the fact that there is onlyone guard based in Killeagh Garda Station to oversee the total areaof Killeagh/Inch Parish together with Castlemartyr and Mogeely.Though the population of these areas has increased greatly overthe last few years there has been no increase in local garda man-power in our area. It was agreed at the meeting that representa-tions should be made to our T.D.’s and County Councillors to tryand increase the number of gardai serving in our community.When local election time comes by please remember to lobby ourlocal representatives on this very important issue.We would like to thank Sgt. Buckley for taking the time to attendour meeting and also to thank our local Garda Dave Leahy for hiswork in our local area.County Council MattersThe Community Council continue to lobby the County Council ona range of matters affecting our local community including the fol-lowing matters:Upgrade of water supply in Killeagh village - Once again noprogress can be reported on this matter despite repeated efforts tosecure a starting date from the County Council. Efforts to securea starting date will continue. Footpaths - The footpaths in Killeagh village continue to deteri-orate. The footpath outside the local national school is particular-ly dangerous and this has been reported on a number of occasions. Road Markings - The road markings have faded throughoutKilleagh village particularly at Cork Road corner where the dou-ble yellow lines and the yellow box is now completely faded.This is a dangerous junction to exit from and the faded road mark-ings are now exacerbating the problem. A request to deal withthis matter has also been forwarded to the Council.Lighting at Cois Cille - A request to erect public lighting at CoisCille has been forwarded to the Council on a number of occa-sions. Residents of this estate have approached the CommunityCouncil to enlist their help with this matter. The lack of publiclighting in this area is a matter of grave concern to the residentsof this estate many of whom have young children.Road at Inch School - The state of the road surrounding Inchschool has also been discussed at our monthly meetings. A largenumber of parents are parking in this area and urgent action isneeded to help to facilitate safe parking around the school and thesafety of parents and children on a daily basis.High RoadAgain there has been concern raised at our monthly meetingsregarding the verges of the High Road. Many residents haveraised this issue with the Community Council who have contactedthe County Council regarding same. Damage to vehicles has beenreported and concern for the safety of road users has beenexpressed due to the verges of the road being in a very dangerousstate.WEB-SITE - It is hoped to have our new web-site up and runningshortly. General information about our local area and local facili-ties and organisations will be available on this web-site. Moredetails at our February meeting.PLAYGROUND - The sub-committee elected to deal with thismatter are still researching their options with a view to construct-ing a playground in our community. It is hoped that progress willbe made on location, grants etc in the near future. Killeagh/Inch Community Council will hold their A.G.M in InchHall on Thursday 12th February at 8 p.m. All sub-committeemembers please attend and a report from each sub-committee will

Hall on Thursday 12th February at 8 p.m. All sub-committeemembers please attend and a report from each sub-committee willbe requested. The Community Council would like to wish all in our Parish avery Happy 2009 and if you have any concerns about any localmatter please contact your local rep.

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By ChristyParker Report of the Town Clerk on Matters Arising from the MonthlyMeeting of Youghal Town Council held on 8th December 2008.ESTATE ENHANCEMENT WORKS UNDER THE RAPIDPROGRAMME:1.Three Estate Enhancement Projects are due to commence on 2ndFebruary next for three local authority estates. The estates con-cerned are Blackwater Heights, Ardrath Crescent and RaheenCourt and the value of the projects amounts to �8,285.00. Theprojects will focus on enhancing the physical landscape with a lowmaintenance longterm theme. WATER & SEWERS:1.The reservoirs are currently operating at full capacity with anaverage daily demand of approximately 590,000 gallons per day.A full EPA audit of the water facilities at Boola was undertaken onTuesday 19th December last. A list of improvement works (copyattached) has issued to the County Council this week, the majori-ty of which should be completed by the end of Spring. 2. The foul drainage system is operating satisfactorily and to myknowledge there are no operational problems with any of theCounty Council Pump Stations. A full information report on thecurrent status of the Youghal Main Drainage Scheme is on theagenda of tonight’s meeting. DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2009 - 2015. 1.The final Development Plan meeting is due to be held onMonday 26th January next to adopt the plan with or withoutamendments. The final adopted plan will then be published with-in two weeks of that date. BUDGET 2009:1.The adopted budget for 2009 is now being implemented acrossall functions of the Town Council. Consequently because of thenature of the expenditure cut-backs a series of meetings will beheld with all staff to review current work practices, identifyingareas where improvements are required and examining what lev-els of service is required in certain areas and what levels of serv-ice can be delivered. Challenging times both nationally and local-ly dictate that this review be taken in a swift and decisive manner. De VALERA STREET CAR PARK:1.The appointed contractor Hogan Groundworks and CivilEngineering has indicated in writing to the Council today that theyare not in a position to complete the contract on the car park.Consequently our Engineering Consultants will be carrying out areview of the works completed and remaining works with a viewto tendering out the balance of the works. Youghal Town Council Superintedents ReportReport of the Town Clerk on matters arising from the TownSuperintendents report at the monthly meeting of Youghal TownCouncil held on 8th December 2008Petition from the residents of Woodview Court re the lack of pub-lic lighting in the area: I have issued a warning notice to thedeveloper and forwarded the latest information/ documentation tohand on 22/12/2008.- Disabled Parking Space between Windmill Hill and Xtravisionon North Main Street: A full audit of all available car parkingspaces is required prior to allocating any further spaces as disabledspaces. The amount of disabled parking available in Youghal cur-rently far exceeds the national average.- Illegal use of the disabled parking space outside Xtravision onNorth Main Street: I have referred this matter to the TrafficWarden to monitor and enforce any illegal use of this space.- Provision of a Bus Shelter at the Post Office on North MainStreet: I attach for your information copy letter received from BusEireann dated 8th December 2008 on the matter.- Gritting of roads and footpaths during cold weather: YoughalTown Council have a Section 85 agreement with Cork CountyCouncil in respect of all urban roads. Consequently I have referredyour concerns to Paul Murray, Executive Engineer, Cork CountyCouncil.- Provision of extra lighting on Jail Steps: As the Members areaware a development proposal is currently being appealed to An

Bord Na Pleanala at this location. This proposal provides theopportunity to look at all services on the steps as part of this devel-opment.- Provision of toilets for the Adoration Chapel: This is not aCouncil issue. The Adoration Chapel is in the ownership ofYoughal Parish and as such this is a private matter.- Sweeping of Jail Steps: A thorough clean up of this area was car-ried out last week. This area is being littered by the public gener-ally and by consistent users of the steps. The identity of some ofthese people is known to the locals who should directly informYoughal Town Council of that identity so that enforcement actioncan be taken.- Provision of recycling facilities at the Front Strand: The requiredservices to facilitate this recycling point have been installed. Adecision will be taken in the New Year as to when it will be openedfor business.- Bollard at Dominic Collins Place: I have asked the TownForeman to ensure the replacement of this bollard in order to pre-serve the security of the area.- Condition of wall at Lower Jail Steps: This matter was referredto Paul Murray, Executive Engineer, Cork County Council andDavid Kelly Partnership to monitor and make recommendationson some time ago.- Chippings at Blackwater Heights: This matter is being addressedin the New Year under the Rapid programme and should be com-plete by the end of February next. In the meantime the area hasbeen swept and cleaned.- Provision of Car Park at Sarsfield Terrace: This matter is beingaddressed in the New Year under the Rapid Programme and thetender process should commence for same in early Spring.If any Member has any questions in relation to any of the above orwishes to discuss my responses further please contact me directly.Power Boat setback: Town Clerk Liam Ryan informed the members that the P1WorldPower Boat Championships, would not be coming to Youghal in2009. Mr Ryan read an email from Aidan Foley of Medaza, thecompany holding Northern European rights of the WorldChampionship from 2009-13, which stated that Failte Irelandcould not meet the funding requirements, in the present economicclimate. He added that he remained committed to promotingYoughal as a major centre for maritime activities and was work-ing on alternatives to this end. Mr. Ryan said a number of optionsfor festival based on water activities are under consideration. * (P1 Not Sunk -see report elsewhere in this issue) Congratulations: Cllr Mary Linehan Foley congratulated Mayor Olly Casey’s wifeAnne, on her retirement as cleaner at the council’s offices and pro-posed that Mrs Casey be afforded a civic reception. Mayor Caseyexpressed his gratitude for the sentiments. The Mayor said "theCasey dynasty’s association with the council is coming to an end",following his mother’s link for 33 years, his wife’s 27 and his own43 year tenure, which will terminate on his retirement in June.Cllr Linehan Foley also congratulated brothers Cillian and CianMcCarthy from Blackwater Heights on being the first two broth-ers to win a Youghal snooker tournament ’They have won loads oftournaments and it shows there are worthwhile youth activities inYoughal," she added. The councillor also wished "all the Youghal lads in Chad a happyNew Year" on behalf of the council and concluded with best wish-es to Pa Murphy on his retirement from the ambulance service.She said Mr. Murphy had declined the honour of a civic reception,citing his love of the job as having been reward enough. Town Foreman’s Report: Illegal dumping, bollards, disabled bay, no sleep and slime Cllr Liam Burke sought an update on the public lighting situationat Parklands, of which a petition from residents had beenreceived. He also complained that the Mall House (gates) "appearto be locked more often than open" and he sought solution to ablocked gully outside Seafield House.

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to be locked more often than open" and he sought solution to ablocked gully outside Seafield House. Cllr Sandra McLellan said nearby residents are complaining of ratinfestation at the derelict Spinning Wheel site, despite temporaryrespite from the problem following a visit from Rentokill lastsummer. She had contacted Environmental Health, who wereexpected to investigate the problem. Cllr Michelle Hennessy said the rockery at the entrance to DermotHurley Estate is severely impeding the view of motorists exitingonto the Spa hill. "It’s a built up area now and has a lot of traffic,"she added. A missing public light at The Green, Upper Cork andtwo signs facing the wrong way at Summerfield Cross also need-ed resolving. Cllr Michael Beecher stressed that illegal dumping is widespreadand cited the New Line and the Quarry Road as examples of amajor problem. He sought an update on Chapel Lane, as residentsare fearful for their safety and property and advised it would bebetter closed. An abandoned, vandalised car in Dolphin’s Squareneeded removing, he concluded. Cllr Mary Linehan Foley said residents at Raheen Park wanted abin in the area removed as it is attracting illegal dumping. She saidit was particularly bad over Christmas. It was agreed that it waspeople from outside the area were largely responsible. CllrMcLellan said she had brought photos to the town clerk and thebin is to be removed. She had also received similar complaintsabout Sweetfield and other areas. Cllr Linehan Foley said a disabled space is needed for 38 RaheenPark and that recently neither an ambulance nor a doctor couldadequately access an ill woman there. She said she had advised theresident to put a no parking sign on her gate. Cllr Linehan Foley said bollards are urgently needed to preventcars further destroying the footpath at Dr. Kennedy’s Place. Twoholes with protruding concrete pose a danger at Chapel Lane andgreenery on the Spa needs pruning, she added. The councillor saidthe new footpath installed at a house in Dominic Collins Placeneeds extending as it has created a drop that endangers people inthe dark. Cllr Barbara Murray advised that a loose Eircom cover at theintersection of Ashe Street and Windmill Hill is noisy and causingsleep deprivation. She said a longer lasting chemical is need totreat slime on the slip at Nealon’s Quay, Cllr Murray repeated CllrBurke’s call for an update on lighting at Parklands and said over-hanging trees on Cork Hill need cutting back. Cork County Council Items: Ponding, paths and post office�Mayor Olly Casey said the ponding (i.e. flooding) in the vicinityof Nagle House was "an absolute disgrace." He described it asdangerous for cars and a recurring nightmare for pedestrians whorisked getting soaked and also projects a poor image of the town.It would make one "ashamed" to be associated with it, proceededthe former water curator before adding that it would not take awork of genius to resolve the problem by digging access to a gul-ley or creating a new gulley. A similar situation persisted atGallagher’s Terrace he added. The Mayor concluded that the greenwalls on Nagle House are turning further green through algae gen-erated by splashing. Town engineer Paul Murray said the issuewill be resolved "in a month or so" along with the Quarry Roadand Gallagher’s Terrace. Cllr Murray described ponding and water-filled potholes atSeafield and especially the entrance to DR Developments back toSeafield/Kilcoran Place. She said a huge amount of whatappeared to be surface water was apparent at the bus stop byFarrell’s pub and there is yet more ponding at Millfield Abbey. Sheasked if the public lighting contract had yet been awarded. Sheproceeded that the walk from the entrance to Sarsfields terrace toCork Hill via Raheen Road is "dangerous" given the sporadicpavement and speeding traffic. The Chestnut Drive/Millfield areasneeded footpaths, while the one at Summerdale lawn is totallyovergrown. Cllr Liam Burke asked for a manager’s report on the library situa-tion in Youghal regarding a new one. He asked for an update onthe unfinished road surface outside new houses near Summerdale

Lawn as well as missing concealed entrance sign that the develop-er removed. He referred "once again" to footpaths "like jigsaws"in the vicinity of South Abbey, Strand Street, Tallow Street, Malllane and Water Street. Cllr Linehan Foley once more sought an update on the request forbollards at the ’accident waiting to happen’ site in Greencloyne,whereby vehicles parked across from Crowley’s shop are obstruct-ing motorists’ views as they exit the nearby estates. She again dis-missed a previous Co. Council argument the expense was an issue.She appealed for bollards at Dr. Kennedy’s Place against footpathparking. The councillor said the forthcoming �3 entrance to the landfillwould lead to further illegal dumping, regardless of the �1 reduc-tion per bag. ’The town is littered with rubbish with no entrancecharge and the �3 will make people even less inclined to recycle,’she predicted. She said she understood the essence of recyclingfacilities was to encourage the practice, not charge them moneyfor it. Cllr Linehan Foley described the bus stop at the post officeis "a total disaster" due to illegal parking pre-empting buses stop-ping in the middle of the road and holding up traffic. "It was crazyto put a stop there in the first place. The post office is the mostused place in town. Nowhere else in the world has a bus stop out-side a post office!" she arguedThe councillor said she had personally monitored the situationover Christmas and observed that even elderly drivers were ille-gally parking. This, along with drivers dropping people off andawaiting their return, was leading to buses unable to pull in.People parking illegally in the adjacent disabled spot further exac-erbated the problem. "So the bus has to stop in the middle of theroad and the whole town is held up," she stated, adding, "We com-plain to taxis and Wizer Bins for the same thing." She wonderedwhat could be done about it. Town engineer Paul Murray said thelocation had been agreed following consultation with Bus Eireannand the Garda. Mayor Casey said only "very selfish people" were abusing theprovision of both the bus and disabled bays. "They are inconve-niencing elderly people who rely on the bus service to get to thepost office and banks," he added. "In Cork city they’d have to walkmiles from a car park," he noted. He did not however, perceive aproblem with people being dropped off "for a few seconds." CllrHennessy suggested moving the stop a few feet forward but CllrBeecher said the bus could not properly park there. He advocatedclamping miscreant vehicles instead. Cllr Sammy Revins said �the traffic warden had recently issuedtickets at the post office and those people won’t park there again."It was agreed that increased enforcement might go a long way toresolving the issue. Cllr Beecher asked if the ’cutting’ in the roadat Market Square could be eliminated and was told ’the developer’was responsible. He warned that the yellow box needed extendingat the Lighthouse Hill entrance to Carlton Place as parked carswould hinder emergency service access. Cllr. Murray added that aplanter box on the adjacent footpath is a further problem as itobstructs vision when exiting onto the road. Cllr Beecher alsoasked that the footpath between Meadow Valley and SummerdaleLawn be trimmed back. Tenders: The Town Clerk read three tenders for the Youghal Historic Trailsigns. The applicants were Classicast Ltd, Signiatec Ltd. andCastit Ltd. The quotes ranged from �42,000 to �51,000 approxi-mately and the cost will be covered by Failte Ireland Economic Impact of Irish Walled Town Day (Medieval festi-val) in Youghal in August 24th 2008. The Town Clerk quoted from a detailed survey assessment con-ducted by KPMG on behalf of the Heritage Council. He said anoutlay of �15,000 had reaped an estimated income of �479,000 forthe region. The Youghal event is considered the Republic’s biggestWalled Town Day and, said Mr. Ryan "is being used by theHeritage Council of Ireland as a template for the IWT’s promotionfor 2009." Cllr Burke said such independent confirmation was very gratify-ing. It had produced attendances of over 5,000 on two consecutiveyears, with a 3000% return on investment.

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Heritage Council Grants Programme: The Town Clerk said only one application had been received withtwo more expected. He explained it was in lieu of forthcoming’crown reduction’ and ’wind sailing’ on top heavy trees -followingremoval of rotting trees- at St. Mary’s College Garden, along withtree replanting. An application for 90% grant aid would be madefor the approximate �40,000 cost. Shanavine Cul De Sac: There had been no submissions and the route will now be desig-nated a public road. Submission by Rectory Road residentsAssociation: The council have agreed to assume management ofthe area. De Valera Street Car Park: Mayor Olly Casey said he would be sticking by his guns on thislengthy saga, that the residents be given (17) designated parkingspaces. Town Manager Patricia Power repeated that she could notpossibly sanction the decision (taken by the council lastSeptember) to designate the spaces in lieu of subsequent legaladvice that it could be unlawful. Cllr Murray reiterated her stance that she had to represent thetown as a whole and the "fairest" solution would be to give the res-idents non-designated spaces in line with free parking. Otherwisethere would be empty spaces in which nobody could park. Shealso believes the issue of emergency access would be facilitatedby making the street one-way, upward. The mayor’s faceAs the car park now needs to be re-tendered before it can be com-pleted, Cllr Murray advised this be done, the car park opened and,if necessary, the legalities be contested thereafter. Cllr LinehanFoley however, intruded to say that she had arranged for the resi-dents, who are generally unhappy with the furore, to meet theTown Clerk. "This needs to be discussed openly with the residentsinvolved instead of us running round in circles," she said. CllrMurray concurred that the residents "are reasonable people" andbelieved a resolution could be reached. Mayor Casey’s plea that healso be present was accepted, although Cllr Linehan Foleyinformed him she was unhappy with ’the face you have on you,’ bycontrast to his usual "passionate" visage. He responded that hisface was the one with which he was born and hadn’t been "aimedat" her. He added that the centre of Youghal faced having its "res-idents driven out like in Dublin" and being unsafe to walkthrough. Motion from Cllr Liam Burke, seconded by Cllr Mayor OllyCasey: That the council calls on the Government to consider thepurchase of the Kathleen & May as a replacement sail-trainingvessel’ (for the Asgard) Cllr Burke said there is a serious question as to whether theAsgard, which sank last year in the Bay of Biscay, will ever be sal-vaged. Instead, he believed, the wooden, three-masted schoonerthe Kathleen & May would prove a worthy and suitable replace-ment. The historic ship is currently for sale and in danger of beinglost to this part of the world entirely. He noted the asking price is£3m, while the Asgard was insured for �3.8m and the current ster-ling rate made its purchase attractive. The motion was passed.The Town Clerk said a previous request to the government to buythe ship, prior to the Asgard sinking, had not elicited a formalreply. He doubted there is any government money available forsuch a venture and warned against any local authority involve-ment in a would-be purchase due to the "gigantic" short andlongterm costs. Similar ventures in Tralee and Enniscorthy almostbankrupted their councils, he said. However he would forward theproposal to the appropriate government department.

POWERBOAT PROSPECTSHOLED BUT NOT SUNK

By Christy Parker Youghal’s hopes of hosting the P1 World PowerboatChampionships are not going to be realised this year but the aspi-ration is not a dead duck in the water for future years, according toevents organiser Aidan Foley. The Ardmore-based businessman ispart of the Medaza consortium that holds the northern Europeanrights to the race series from 2009-13. "The P1 management saythey are disappointed we could not hold a race this year but havereassured us that the door remains open for the future," he says. There will be no northern European leg of the series in 2009,which is modelled on the Formula 1 Grand Prix world circuit andruns form March to September. Ireland would have accommodat-ed northern Europe’s first foray onto the series and had been pro-visionally pencilled in for the penultimate leg in the last weekendin August. "It’s a shame because our proposal exceeded everyrequirement," says a disappointed Mr. Foley. "If it had been evena year earlier I’m certain we’d have succeeded." The bid was sunk by the sudden nosedive in the global economy.Failte Ireland cannot afford the 35% of funding it was expected toprovide, despite the original �3m total capital cost having beensignificantly reduced. The remaining 65% money was to havebeen largely realised by the corporate sector, which in itself wouldprobably struggle to meet provide now. (Interestingly, Sweden willhost an inaugural event this summer however).Just six months ago Youghal was anticipating near certain partici-pation. The projected statistics foresaw over 150,000 visitors dailyto the region, plus global media coverage, with estimated financialbenefits of �260m over five years. Much hope had been raised thatthe P1 event would also establish Youghal and east Cork as amajor centre for water activities, with the ripple effect creatingthousands of jobs in the process. Council acceptingJanuary’s Town Council meeting accepted the news philosophical-ly. Cllr Barbara Murray commented that the required funding wascategorised as a sports tourism grant and as she understood it, theapplication had been submitted too late for 2009 anyway. Shehoped the company would re-apply for 2010 and in good time."Alternatively they could bankroll it themselves and invoice for itafterwards," she added. Mr. Foley says the funding applicationwas not an issue and that Failte Ireland employ flexible proceduresfor large-scale enterprises. AlternativesTown Clerk Liam Ryan tod the meeting that Mr Foley is commit-ted to promoting Youghal as a premiere location for internationalwater sports and is currently exploring alternative attractions for2009. Cllr Mary Linehan Foley asked if the lesser rated, yet spectacularThundercat racing, which spawned a highly entertaining weekendfestival last June, would return. The Town Clerk said "a lot of dis-cussion" is ongoing with regard to water events for next summer,including the European Thundercats series. "I hope the counciland business community give every support, to whateveremerges," said the councillor. While a Youghal festival seems likely to materialise this year, themega-rich, future-fashioning spectacular that would be P1 remainsanchored to austerity. Youghal’s dream awaits calmer economicwaters before it can be re-launched.

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The Committee of Meals on Wheels wish to thank very sincerelyall who contributed so generously to our recent appeal for funds.The Quays Bar Night Club, Dannelle Fashions, Genesis Ladiesand Gents Fashions, South Beach Boutique and Amore Bridal

Wear who organised the "Sex and the City Night" so successfullyand the very humorous compere and the glamorous models whogave their time voluntarily. J.D.’s Pub Golfing Society, YoughalVintage Club, Tytex Sports and Social Club, Winner of YoughalRotary Club Sunflower Competition and the Hogan family.Needless to say all contributions received will be put to very gooduse.

"Meals on Wheels" Youghal

ASK DR. MARCOMEGA 3 FACTS

By Dr. Marc Bajcic B.Sc, D.C., MCAIAn essential fatty acid (EFA) nutrient, inscientific terms, is a nutrient required forhealth that the cells of the body cannotproduce or make; it is a nutrient that mustbe derived from our diet. Without theseessential nutrients proper health is impos-sible.There are two main classifications ofessential fatty acids, omega 3 fatty acidsand omega 6 fatty acids. It is useful tothink of omega 6 fatty acids coming fromcorn, soy, safflower, and sunflower sources. Think of omega 3fatty acids as coming from flax (LNA) or from fish or wild gamemeat (EPA/DHA). The ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 fatty acids inboth your diet and your body should be 1:1. Too much omega 6or too little omega 3 leads to improper cell function which causesexcessive inflammation, decreased immune function andincreased susceptibility to virtually every chronic illness includingheart disease, cancer, arthritis, diabetes, depression, Alzheimer’s,osteoporosis, allergies etc.It is a scientific fact that due to our dietary and food processinghabits virtually every person in Industrial or Western nations isboth toxic with omega 6 EFAs and deficient in omega 3 EFAs. Infact research indicates that the ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 fattyacids in the average diet is now up to 20:1 in favor of omega 6!!This is because farmed meat and virtually every packaged or fastfood is loaded with corn, soy, safflower, or sunflower derivatives.Omega 3 essential fatty acids (EFAs) are some of the most crucialessential nutrients for human and other animal health ever identi-fied. Over 2000 scientific studies provide evidence of the impor-tance of EPA and DHA essential fatty acids for the maintenanceand restoration of health and the prevention of disease. EPA andDHA omega 3 EFAs are part of every cell membrane and arerequired to maintain the proper shape, flexibility or fluidity, and"slipperiness" of cell membranes. The flexibility and "slipperi-ness" of cell membranes is important for the flow of blood throughblood vessels and decreasing the risk of high blood pressure,stroke and heart attack. In addition, EFAs are required for proper nerve signal transmission(memory, concentration, cognitive ability, muscle coordinationand strength) and immune function including defense against can-cer. EPA and DHA omega 3 EFAs also play a major role in regu-lating inflammation via substances called prostaglandins. EPAand DHA Omega 3 fatty acids produce anti-inflammatoryprostaglandins while Omega 6 fatty acids produce pro-inflamma-tory prostaglandins. A consultation with your Doctor ofChiropractic not only can help your body’s natural healing abilityby removing interferences to your nervous system, but alsoimprove your overall health naturally, without drugs or medica-tion.

Youghal Rugby ClubYouth Section

Under 16 League - Youghal 10 - Cork Con 0Our under 16s travelled to play city side Cork Constitution in theleague at Templehill recently. The city side had the better of theearly exchanges and were unlucky not to score on a few occasions.However, good defence from Andrew Curtin and Dylan Powerkept them at bay.In the second half Youghal gradually got into the game and tookthe lead with a well struck penalty kick from Danny O’Brien. With10 minutes remaining the seasiders wrapped up the points whenflanker Cillian Daly got over for a well deserved try. Best forYoughal were Danny O’Brien, Dean Murray and Brendan Finn.Youghal 8 - Fermoy 5Our under 16s took on table toppers Fermoy at Frogmore recentlyfor vital league points. Fermoy played with the wind in the firsthalf and were well on top for the first 20 minutes. The visitors hada very good try when some slick handling from their back line -enabled their winger to squeeze in at the corner flag.In the second half Youghal with the wind at their backs dominat-ed possession and were unlucky not to score on a few occasions.Youghal did manage to tie the scores when out half Paul Quillchipped over the visitors defensive line to enable Dylan Power togather the bouncing ball to score a fabulous try. With time runningout Dylan Power wrapped up the win for Youghal with a wellstruck penalty to give the seasiders a narrow but deserved winover a very good Fermoy outfit. Best for Youghal were DannyO’Brien, Paul Quill, Andrew Curtin, Dylan Power & Dean Murray.Under 14 League - Youghal 55 - Cobh 0Our under 14s continued their good run in the league with a bigwin over Cobh at Frogmore recently. Conditions were very poorfor this league encounter but the Youghal lads always tried to playattacking rugby. The scores came at regular intervals with theseasiders pack paving the way for a speedy backline. KillianAnsbro was Yiughal’s chief scorer with 4 tries while flanker EltonRuxton crossed for 2. Dean Malone, Tomas O’Neill and JamesGlennon weighed in with 1 try a piece while Lee McCarthy hadhis kicking boots on for 4 conversions. Special mention must goto Ciaran O’Brien who kicked a conversion from the sideline.

Our first meeting of the New Year will be held on Wed. Jan. 21st.at 7.30 p.m. at Cumann na Daoine.Our Annual Lunch will be heldon Wed. 4th. Feb. at Gazebo’s Restaurant, all the members arelooking forward to the outing. Anne Anglesey, Chiropodist will bethe speaker at our Feb. meeting on Wed. 11th. This year theFederation Charity is the Cope Foundation, we are holding anEaster Raffle in aid ot the charity and hope it will be well support-ed. At the moment some of our members are enjoying AquaAerobics in the Aura Swimming Pool courtesy of the Go for LifeGrant which we receive from the Age and Opportunity Initiative.New members are always welcome.

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Youghal Handball &Racquetball Club Notes

Winter Racquetball LeagueThe Winter League is well under way with all players gettingthrough the matches as planned. Section A of the league hasAndrew Gallogley, Dwaine O�Shea and Taras Kennedy leadingthe table undefeated to date. Close on their tails are Liam Joyceand Michael Pearce. In section B we have Wayne Fitzgerald lead-ing the table as the only undefeated player. However, close on histail, are Olan McCarthy, Jody Cooper, Brendan Mackey and BillMorris. The next couple of weeks we have some important gamesthat will prove very interesting to watch. It is especially encour-aging to see new players like Dwaine O�Shea, Jody Cooper andLiam Joyce putting in some good performances and giving someof the more seasoned players a game that they were not quiteexpecting!! A couple of frights but no big upset yet! We will keepour eyes peeled as the players are benefiting from some toughergames and this in turn brings on their own games.On Friday 6th February, Wayne Fitzgerald and Olan McCarthy,will compete in the Semi-Final of the Munster Junior DoublesChampionship. The match will be played in Fermoy at 7pm and

we wish them both the best of luck. The Fermoy Club have fan-tastic facilities with a great viewing area and I�m sure Wayne andOlan will be delighted with any support on the night. Next in theadult competition circuit is the Munster Singles Championship.Games will be played during week nights at a venue closest to theparticipating players. Every effort will be made to fix matchesinvolving third level students at the weekends. Closing date forentries is Friday 30th January. Anyone interested in playingshould contact Wayne FitzgeraldThe weekend of 24th & 25th sees Arklow Racquetball Club host-ing the All Ireland Junior B Championships, the Munster JuniorRacquetball Championships are on in Templederry over the week-end of 14th & 15th February. Grades are for boys and girls fromUnder 10 to Under 18. Any juveniles wishing to play should con-tact Olan McCarthy ASAP.So lots happening in the Club at the moment and it is great to seea pretty full booking sheet every week. With the winter leaguerunning we even have people in the gallery shouting on their sup-port, great stuff!! We are still open for membership and welcomeadult, juvenile, male and female members. Membership is �35 foradults and �5 for juveniles. Anyone interested in joining shouldcontact Wayne Fitzgerald on (086) 380 6694 for further details

THE THIRD EMER CASEYMEMORIAL 10K.

The trustees of the Emer Casey foundation are delighted toannounce that, with the help of all its supporters, it has raised�260,000 to date. �160k of this money has already been officiallyhanded over to the DISCOVARY research consortium. Theremainder of the money will be handed over in due course.The DISCOVARY research group is composed of researchersfrom several Irish institutions whose aim is to develop a test forthe early detection of ovarian and uterine cancer. The team isbroad-based and is composed of gynaecologists, oncologists,pathologists, molecular biologists and pharmacologists. The con-sortium has also established substantial research links with world-leading researchers in the USA. The Emer Casey Foundation has agreed to fully fund two post-graduate researchers, who are part of the DISCOVARY team, on afull-time basis for three years. These two research posts wereadvertised last summer and in excess of 120 applications werereceived. Interviews took place in St. James’ hospital, Dublin onOctober 3rd and two successful candidates were appointed andhave commenced their research into ovarian cancer. Theseresearchers will focus their research on two specific areas of ovar-ian cancer, number (1): Protein signatures in early and recurrentovarian cancer and number (2): Developing novel therapeuticapproaches in cisplatin- resistant ovarian cancer patients. The�160,000 already handed over will cover all research expenses forthe first year. The Emer Casey Foundation would like to thank very sincerelythe community of Youghal and surrounding areas for their extremegenerosity, kindness and goodwill without which this good workwould not be possible. We would also like to assure all donars andfund-raisers that ALL money raised goes directly to the DISCO-VARY research consortium.Moves are currently afoot to organise Emer Casey 10k events inboth New York and London following the very successful runningevents in Melbourne and New York last year. Anybody interestedin these overseas ventures are advised to email the website withany enquiries. Back home, the third Emer Casey memorial 10k inconjunction with Matheson, Ormsby, Prentice solicitors and TheYoughal Athletic Club will be held in Youghal on Sunday May24th 2009. Entry forms for this very successful annual event willbe available for download in early February at www.emercasey-foundation.com. The event is open to all runners and walkers andwe look forward to welcoming you there.

Open Letter to Sponsors and Volunteers of European

Beach Challenge re:P1 Powerboating 2009

The organising committee of the European Beach Challengeregrets to inform its sponsors and volunteers that it has receivedconfirmation from ’Medaza’ - the Event Delivery Company, thatunfortunately Youghal will not be one of the locations on the P1Powerboating circuit for 2009.’Medaza’ had proposed Youghal as the preferred location in Irelandto the Governing body of P1 to host the event - following the suc-cess of the European Beach Challenge. Youghal in fact had beenprovisionally included in the calendar for 2009, but only on thebasis that funding would be forthcoming from Failte Ireland. Theapplication for funding was made by ’Medaza’ for this event.Therefore, the entire event hinged on Failte Ireland support, astheir contribution would make up 35% of funding. The majorityof the balance was to come from commercial interests, which wereall fully lined up.’Medaza’ were informed on 9th January 2009 that ’P1 in Youghal’ticked all the boxes when evaluated and in fact exceeded bench-mark requirements. However, the current economic climatemeant that the budget for Sports Tourism Funding was drasticallyreduced and therefore Failte Ireland would be unable to commit toany funding of the event.Despite this disappointing set-back, Youghal is still in a positionto promote itself as a premier location of for Watersports interna-tionally.At a ceremony recently held at the Earls Court Boatshow, the 2008Thundercat European Beach Challenge was awarded the ’BestRace’ award. This prestigious title was awarded by the ’UIMEuropean & RYA National Championship Awards’. It was givenin recognition of both the on-water organisation and the support-ing shore-side festival. This is the first time this award has beengiven to an Irish venue and testifies to the location of Youghal asan excellent environment for water-based events, and the ability ofthe local organisers to run an international event of this calibre.Once again the organising committee wishes to thank all its spon-sors and volunteers for their support of the European BeachChallenge Event. Undoubtedly this event in itself will go towardspositioning Youghal as a key location on the south coast for water-based activities and future events.Issued by: The Youghal Socio-Economic Development Group

DEVALERA STREET RESIDENTS MAKE

PARKING PROPOSALSBy Christy Parker

DeValera Street residents availed of the opportunity to air theirviews on the streets permit parking dilemma (see Town Councilreport in this issue) when they met with Town Clerk Liam Ryan atthe council’s offices last Thursday. About a dozen residents attend-ed the meeting, which was organised by Cllr Mary Linehan Foley. Cllr Liam Burke also attended, though Mayor Olly Casey wasabsent. Cllrs Burke and Casey have argued vehemently for 17 des-ignated spaces (out of 37) to be allocated to the residents when thenew car park eventually opens, in lieu of their vehicles beingremoved from the street. The initiative was passed by the councilbut later deemed impractical and possibly illegal by legal opinion. The meeting resulted in the residents proposing a compromisewhereby they would forego designated spaces in return for per-mits that would allow them to avail of the car park indefinitely,spaces permitting, as well as retain their current option of parkingon the laneway. The lane would become one-way (upwards) with,by consequence, traffic accessing the main street being routeddown Church Lane. Before being sanctioned, the proposals will need to meet theacceptance of the street’s other residents, the emergency servicesand, possibly, residents in Church Lane. The latter considerationmay -or may not- provoke debate, given the street’s narrow dimen-sions and the resultant increase in traffic on the main access routeto the heritage hum that is the College Gardens and St. Mary’sChurch. "The DeValera Street residents are to return to the TownClerk within a fortnight," says Cllr Linehan Foley.

William Kelly, runner-up with Aaron Tobin, winner, of the Paddy Joyce MemorialSnooker Tournament held in the CYMS premises recently

Anthony Fouhy, runner-up, Jack O’Donoghue, Aaron Tobin, winner of theRaymond O’Donoghue Memorial Snooker Tournament and President WilliamKelly

Youghal CYMSBirthday girl Mary with sisters Thelma and Caroline at the big event

Mary Butler Celebratesher 50th Birthday

Mary cuts the birthday cake with Joe, daughters Tara, Lorraine and Fiona, sistersCaroline and Thelma, brothers Pat and Paul Bulman and Mam Mary Bulman

Keep fit enthusiasts used to tightening their belts no longer have toworry about the cost of exercising following a decision by AuraYoughal Leisure Centre to freeze its ’Pay As You Go’ prices for 2009.Aura Youghal’s ’Pay as You Go’ option allows people to have fun, toget fit and to improve their health without committing to long-termmembership. "People are naturally more price conscious during a recession andwe are committed to ensuring that anyone who wants to exercise cancontinue do so at a price they can afford," said Tracy Kenneally,Operations Manager at Aura Youghal Leisure Centre."Our ’Pay as You Go’ option is unique and we have noticed that it hasbecome more popular than ever in recent months. Visitor numbershave increased simply because the option exists and we took thedecision not to increase our ’Pay as You Go’ prices for 2009 with thatin mind," Tracy explained.The ’Pay as You Go’ prices apply to swim and gym session and caterfor adults, children, OAPs and families. Swimming costs �7 foradults, �4.20 for children or OAPs and �21 for families. Gym ses-sions cost �8.50 for adults during peak periods, �7.50 during off-peak periods, �4.20 for OAPs and �5.50 for teens.Fitness classes cost �8.80 during peak periods and �7.80 during off-peak periods. Aura Youghal’s combined gym and swim ’Pay as YouGo’ options costs �9.50 during peak periods and �8.50 during off-peak periods. Those looking for a new and fun way to keep fit willbe interested to hear about Aura Youghal’s new Boxercise class,which is commencing in February. "Boxercise is one of the most effective forms of cross-training avail-able today and involves some of the exercises that boxers use to keepfit. The course is six weeks long and participants will really noticethe results at the finish," said Tracy.For further information on any of the courses, classes or membershipoptions, contact Aura Youghal reception on 024-91614.

KEEP FIT ENTHUSIASTSRESPOND TO AURA YOUGHAL’S ’PAY AS YOU GO’ PRICE FREEZE

ALEX AND GRETTA BROPHY 50TH GOLDEN WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS AT THE RED STORE

- PHOTO MICHAEL HUSSEY

Alex and Gretta Brophy pictured with their son Alex, and daughters, Linda, Susanand Frances at the Golden wedding anniversary party

Happy 40th Birthday to Mick O’Connell who celebrated the big day with familyand friends at The Devonshire Arms Hotel - Here�s Birthday boy Mick O’C withZena - Photo Michael Hussey

We played the 2nd round of our league on Sunday last The resultswere: Team A 120, Team B 12, Team C 113, Team D 123, TeamE 124.At the moment, Team D lead with a total of 244, with Team C on240 and Team E on 237. Both Team A and Team B have a total of232. Next round of the league will take place on Sunday, 25th ofJanuary. Tee off Time 2:30.Ladies morning every Wednesday, starting at 10:30

Claycastle Pitch and Putt

Youghal CYMSCongratulations to both the Youghal CYMS A and B teams whotravelled to Killarney last weekend to compete in the annualMunster Club Snooker Championships. The A team came out oftheir group and were successful in qualifying for the up comingAll Ireland Club Snooker Championships which will be held againin Killarney next weekend. Well done to both teams and the sup-porters who travelled to the event.

THE RISING SUN SINGLESRINGS TOURNAMENT

On Saturday 10th Jan saw the final of the Singles RingsTournament, it was a very exciting nail biting end to the yearwhere John Veale took on ’The Cork Man’ Pa McCarthy. It wasthe best of 5 games where John won the first 2 games, Pa made acome back to win the 3rd and 4th game so it was level peggingheading into the final game where the Cork man was defeated.Congratulations to John on winning out the tournament and on thenight he was presented with the cheque, 2nd place going to PaMcCarthy, 3rd to Johnny Curran and 4th going to Tom Kelly whotravelled all the way from below the Tunnel! A special thank youto all who participated and thanks to Declan Hickey (viceChairman), John Veale, Liam Troy and Tom Kelly for all theorganising of the Tournament which took a lot of time and phonecalls. We would also like to thank Seamus Troy who made areturn on the night to mark the board keeping the score. The TomBersford Memorial Perpetual Cup tournament will be commenc-ing shortly so what this space! We would like to take this oppor-tunity to wish all our customers a Happy and Healthy New Yearfrom All at The Rising Sun.Fundraising Concert Piltown ambush memorial committee will host a fundraising con-cert on February 6th at Lawlors Hotel Dungarvan, music will beprovided by Johnny Donnigan and the Irish Rebals commencingat 9.00pm.The cost of the concert will be just �10 - A bus willleave The Ole Mill pub in Kinsalebeg at 8.00pm traveling viaArdmore and with a pick up point at Quinns shop - the bus willcost �10 return. Tickets are now available from any member of thecommittee or by phoning Liam at 0877983608

YoughalOnline.comPresents Little Big Man

Live from Claycastle Recording Studio, Youghal on Thursday29th January 2009 @ 9:00pm Go to www.YoughalOnline.com towatch the live gigWho Are Little Big Man? "Little Big Man" the band feature some of the finest musiciansaround today. Formed by Brian O Glanby (Us2music, U2topia) in2000 in Hilversum - The Netherlands the band played extensivetours of Belgium, Netherlands, Luxembourg, France & Germanywith endless live "National Radio" shows and public demand per-formances. In 2005 Brian made the move back to Ireland after fartoo many absent years, he has been working on a flock of newsongs which has taunted him to rekindle Little Big Man on home-soil. A release of the first single from the long awaited album"TIME" will be made public within the next month.

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The children in Park School who performed a wonderful Christmas concert.

Youghal Indoor BowlingThe first bowling session of the New Year took place on Tuesday 6thJanuary.. A good attendance enjoyed the bowling. Competition was verykeen and the eventual winners were :- Michael Bevan, Dorothy Bulmanand Lily Bulman with a fine score of 25 pointsThe winners on Tuesday 13th were :- Michael Shiels, Eileen Long,Frances Forrest and Joe Martin. Well done to each and every one.The Club wishes all it’s members a very Happy New Year and good bowl-ing in 2009.

Youghal Athletic ClubResults of Mallow 10 mile road race Sunday January 11th Noel Curtin - 62:10; Marty O’Keeffe - 64:38; David McMahon - 69:21;Maurice Cahill - 71:49 (PB); Kevin O’Reilly - 72:03 (PB) ; GeorgeBulman 72:07 (PB); Mary O’Keeffe - 72:12 (PB); Robert Hamill - 85:44;mAnne Moloney - 90:17 Well done to al especially those who achieved PBs in this race that neverhas favourable weather conditions! Race 2 in this 10 mile series is theDungarvan 10 on Sunday February 1st

THE QUAY’S BAR 8TH BIRTHDAYCELEBRATIONS

Brendan and CatherineNeville

Shannon O’Brien, Sarah Corkery, MeganCorcoran and Sinead McCarthy

John and Niamh O’RiordanRobert O’Regan, Sinead, Marie and JohnMcCarthy

Tom and Anne O’Brien

Kellie Faul and Caroline GriffinNiamh Irwin, Julie Grace & Jennifer Keane

A. Smith, Gearoid Hooley, Phil Daly, Podge andRudi Davis

Zara O’Brien, Kate O’Keeffe andRochelle Keenaghan

Kristel, Ross, Janne and Danny fromHolland

Santa and staff

Aisling Murphy, Amber and ClaraHennessy

Santa and his helpers

Santa and his helpers John Power and Alex Foley

Tommy Smith, Jimmy Flanagan, Tish Flanagan, Billy Ahern and Christine Aherne

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Christmas Day Swim organised by Youghal Lions Club

Brendan Cooney and his sonChristopher

Grainne Furey with her daughter RoisinFurey Long

Peter Mitchell and Brendan Murphy,President Youghal Lion’s Club

CRY’s Noel Cronin reports livefrom the beach

Conn Keogh with Santa Jean Diez and Mary Corkery

Nobber Daly gets ready for the plunge

Colin, Shauna and Marion Doyle Adam MageePaula Dunne and Maria Weeks Andrew, Emma and Gemma O’Brien and

Michelle Weeks

The Herlihy Family

Emma and Eleanor McCarthy Bailey, Lizzita Hurst, Michaela Bailey and MarieHurst

The Walsh and O’Neill family from Killeagh

Brian, Diarmuid, Neville and John after the swim

Keith, Alan, Tom and Pierce swim for charity

ARD SCOIL NA nD�ISEOPEN NIGHT

FOR INCOMING STUDENTS AND THEIR PARENTS

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The Open Night offers an opportunity for prospective stu-dents and their parents to meet our teachers and our stu-dents. Enrolment Forms will be available on the night.

Ard Scoil na nDØise is an all-girls’ school with excellentacademic standards offered in a caring school community.We pride ourselves in providing an all-round education for

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Youghal C.Y.M.S. -Team A: Standing: Brendan Cooney, Derek Ahern and AdrianLanders. Seated: Patrick Kelly and Gerard Kelly

Youghal C.Y.M.S. -Team B: Standing: Trevor Flaherty, William Kelly and JosephYellop Seated: James Hennessy and Aaron Tobin

Youghal C.Y.M.S.

HOTEL AND MARINAFOR YOUGHAL

Cllr Barbara Murray recently welcomed Cork County Councilsdecision to proceed with advertising for submissions for the pro-vision of a 150/200 bed hotel and marina, to be located at the slob-lands Youghal. The Advertising for submissions was posted in theIrish Examiner on Friday December 12th with a closing date ofFebruary 20th 2009.The delay in bringing the project to this point, was due to the pro-vision of access for the proposed treatment plant being secured.This process is now complete. Although current economic condi-tions are not favourable towards investment in hotels in particular,there is considerable interest from both local and regional devel-opers in undertaking this project. The evaluations will be conducted over a six week period afterFebruary 20th. At this point Cllr Barbara Murray would be hope-ful that a suitable developer will have met all the relevant criteriaset out in the original submission. This will conclude a processthat has been consistently pursued by Cllr Murray over the last twoyears and will hopefully result in the long awaited Marina andHotel for Youghal. There is no doubt, but that the people ofYoughal will be watching the progress of this project very careful-ly!!!

THE QUAY’S BAR NEW YEARS CELEBRATIONS

Youghal Champions

Youghal and Cork U -11Team Champions

Youghal and Midleton U-11 County Team Champions

Youghal Girls U15 Medal Winners

All Ireland Cross-Country Champions 2008 Victory Tour to Local Schools Photo Michael Hussey

Athletes Emily O Keefe, Niamh Bernard and Rachel Dunne Club Championshipwinners and members of the Cork team are welcomed by their school principalMargaret Beausang and class teacher Una Fitzgeraldin at Kiccredan NS

East Cork athletes at Bunscoil, Youghal. Fidelma Falvin winner of Gold Club teammedal is welcomed by class teacher Mr. Finn McCarthy

East Cork athletes in classroom in Gaelscoil Chorain, Eochaill.

Diarmuid Clancy (Munster and Cork team medalist U/11) welcomed by his schoolprincipal Sean O�Murchu and class teacher Caoimhin O’Drisceoil.

The Athletes visit St. Ferghal�s N.S. Killeagh

WEST WATERFORD NEWSClashmore 45 Drive For more years than we care to remember Paddy Foley and JackDouris teamed up together as our weekly 45 drive co ordinatesevery Monday night at the Decies Bar. Sadly this week we aremourning the loss of Paddy who died on the early hours of Sundaymorning, last. As a mark of respect our weekly game was post-poned and vote of sympathy was extended to Paddy’s loving wifeand best friend Nell, his sister Kitt Ronayne [Youghal] and hisbrother Ned, and all his relatives and friends Ar dheis de go raibh aanam.Clashmore - Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto -Jackpot 8700Our weekly Clashmore - Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took placelast Monday night we had no winner so next week we will have aprize fund of �8700 to be won when our draw takes place at The OleMill Bar. These weeks’ numbers were 5, 15, 21, and 28, Well doneto the following who were our weekly winners of �20 each John Beresford Ballycurrane; Paula Kelly Clashmore; Carina KellyClashmore; Shane Coughlan D’ Loughtane; Delia PollardClashmore. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone fortheir continued support New Business VentureBest of luck to Joanna Tambute- Power on the opening of her newveterinary surgery business "Blue Coast Veterinary" on this MondayJanuary 19th at Foxhole in Youghal, from all her family and friendshere in Clashmore.Birthday Greetings This week we have a very special birthday greeting for Clashmorelady Jackie Landers Kilgabriel, Jackie is celebrated a milestonebirthday last week and all her family and friends want to extend bestwishes to her so happy birthday JackieBaby Girl for Edwina and Jimmy Christmas came early for Aglish couple Edwina [nee Lombard,Clashmore] and Jimmy Coughlan Aglish with the birth of theirbeautiful baby girl who they called Kate. Congratulations to theproud parents from all your family and friends here in Clashmore Thursday Club Our weekly meetings of the Thursday club resumed at our newlyrefurbished Community Hall in Kinsalebeg last Thursday any newmembers wishing to join us are very welcome any week.Computer ClassesDungarvan VEC together with Kinsalebeg Community Group areholding a series of 10 weekly advance computer classes in the oldVEC offices in Dungarvan from 7.30 - 9.30. The classes will commence this Monday 19th of January or the 26thof January we are hoping to arrange a bus from Kinsalebeg Hall toDungarvan each week - 12 places to fill. For further details please phone Joan at [024] 94594 to get furtherinformation, confirm details or book a place Old Still Texas hold’em tournament.Shane Dalton won last Sundays poker tournament, with Paudi oRourke second, and Anthony dune in third. Starting time nextSunday is 6.45pm. Old still darts notes.We played Deckies of Modeligo in the old still last Friday night, andended up victors with a 5-4 scoreline. Pa o Rourke and StephenKenneally won the first double, and then Stephen, Billy o Mahoney,peter Deady and Kevin Fitzpatrick won their singles matches. Therewere some outstanding darts thrown on the night, with StephenKenneally (old still) and Mossie lynch (Deckies) in particular invery good form. Music in the old still next Saturday night with the brewmasters.Guys and DollsBased here in Youghal ’Harmony’ is now recruiting for it’s nextshow, ’Guys and Dolls’. One of Broadway’s most hilarious shows,’Guys and Dolls’ has been described as ’The perfect musical comedy’. It is based on a Damon Runyon shortstory, which describes the unlikely romance between a pure-at-heartmember of the Salvation Army and a slick Broadway gambler. Theshow’s second romantic storyline involves Nathan Detroit and MissAdelaide, who have been engaged for fourteen years! Nathan organ-ises the ’oldest established permanent floating crap game in NewYork’ and Adelaide is the main attraction at the Hot-Box nightclub.’Guys and Dolls’ is chock-full of great characters - tough, lovable

and very, very funny. If you would like to audition for ’Guys andDolls’, contact Mary at 024 92388. [Auditions are open to everyonenot just people from town]Kinsalebeg National School Parents Association Notes.At present, we are fund raising to purchase equipment for ourschool; mainly Interactive White boards for 2 classrooms.We are well on our way to hitting our target and would like to takethis opportunity to thank a few peopleFirstly thanks to everyone who has contributed money to 3 eventswe held recently. Bag Packing in Tesco, Carol Service and Cake saleat Piltown Hall, and Carol singing in Dungarvan Shopping centre.Secondly we would like to thank all the parents; family membersand friends who helped bag pack, and baked beautiful cakes for ourCarol Service. We will be continuing our fund raising in February2009, events will be advertised locally and in NewsPapers, we hopeyou will be as generous and help us provide the latest technology tothe Children of Kinsalebeg National School.New ArrivalOur congratulations to Caroline [nee Fitzgearld] and Eoin HickeyGrange on the birth of their baby boy, best wishes to you both fromall your family and friends.Congratulations Rosie and Barry Our congratulations to Rosie Fleming and Barry Kinsella on theoccasion of their marriage on New Years Day Best wishes to youboth from all your family and friends.Baby girl For Eleanor [nee Daly Piltown] and Ollie Heagerty and their sonNoah Christmas was very special this year with the birth of theirdaughter whom they named Sadie Congratulations and best wishesfrom all your family and friends across the water!Death of Kitty WalshWith deep sadness we record the death of Kitty Walsh MountstuartAglish, Kitty died unexpectedly on Saturday morning January 3rd,reposing at Kiely’s Funeral Home Dungarvan Kitty’s removal tookplace to Mountstuart Church on Monday evening. Followingrequiem mass on Tuesday Kitty was laid to rest in the adjoiningcemetery. Predeceased by her husband Pad, Kitty is survived by herson and dearest friend Pat, all her relative’s neighbours and friendsto whom we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary later ,ardheis de go raibh a hanam. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Juvenile GAA.Medal Presentation It’s that time of year again when we conclude the events of the pastyear with the presentation of medals to all our young members whoplayed so well during 2007. The presentation night is planned forFriday 23rd January at 8pm. In Clashmore Hall in Clos NaomhMochua, Ballyheeney. The presentations will be made this year bycounty footballer and hurler Garry Hurney.AGM .On Thursday night, 29th January our AGM is taking place and wehope a good representative of parents will attend. Of course we wel-come any one willing to help in any way, but do come along even ifit is just to hear what is involved in running the club.Clashmore Ramblers Alpha LottoLast Wednesday nights letters drawn in the Clashmore RamblersLotto draw were N, W, O, P we had no match four winners so nextweek’s jackpot will be �7900 when our draw takes at Salmons theOld Still. �20 each went Jamie Lenane Kinsalebeg, Rosleen andSinead Ole Mill, Shay Healy Grange. On the previous week our let-ters draw were O, S, U, and D, our weekly �20 prizewinners wereLes Harding Kildorrery, Triona Walsh Aglish, Austin Hally Aglish.Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for their con-tinued support.Death of Paddy FoleyWith deep sadness we record the death of Paddy Foley BallycurraneClashmore. Paddy’s death occurred on Sunday morning January11th reposing at Egan’s Funeral Home Youghal, his removal tookplace on Monday evening to Clashmore Church and following masson Tuesday morning Paddy was laid to rest in the adjoining ceme-tery. Paddy is survived by his loving wife Nell his sister KitRonayne and his brother Ned, nephews nieces relatives and manyfriends to whom we tender our deepest sympathy. May he rest inpeace full obituary later.

YOUGHAL GOLF CLUBGENTSMidweek Open 13 Holes Singles Stableford1st Bob Bennett (23) 33pts, 2nd William Varney (10) 30ptsSaturday 17th January 16 Holes Singles Stableford1st James Ormonde (6) 34pts, 2nd Niall O’ Donovan (14) 31ptsSunday 13 Holes Fourball1st Liam Sloane (5) Richard Griffin (16) 33pts; 2nd Eugene O’Connor (19) James Mc Gee (13) 32ptsSun 18th January 10 Holes Mixed Foursomes1 John & Martina Hooley; 2nd Jim & Martina O’ Halloran; BGMichael Halpin & Maeve Troupe Kelly; 3rd Michael & JaneCoyneFixtures: Midweek Open SinglesSat 24th January: Scotch Foursomes; Sun 25th January: ClubSinglesWinter League: Midweek: Tues/Thurs/Fri in conjunction withOpen Singles13 Holes - for four weeks - commencing 27th January 2009Team of 5 (3 scores to count). Entries being taken in the PRO ShopDraw for teams

Gortroe Card Results Wednesday January 14thWinning on 9 games and adding glamour to the occasion wereCrissie and Mairead. Second and third prizes were shared threeways by Eileen and Marge, Kitty and Vincent and Eileen and Johnall on 8 games. The draw for the last game was won by Denis andMick.

YOUGHAL UNITED SOCCER CLUB

Juniors! January 11th, 2009 Report: Anthony Horgan.It is with regret to announce that the Youghal United Junior teamis to be withdrawn from the league with immediate effect. Thesquad has been going through some rough times recently in tryingto fill a team at weekends especially on Sunday mornings. A goodmanagement team was in place in Pat McCarthy, John Heaphy andRay Fraser and the committee are at a loss as to why the playersdidn’t give them commitment at the weekends. Also, I would liketo add that at the beginning of the season a delegate team from theclub went to meet with the Munster Senior League board to put acase forward and convince them that the Juniors would see out theseason if they allowed us entry into the league as this is not thefirst time this has happened. Now the club is left with egg on it’sface again and in the foreseeable future will find it impossible toenter a junior team. It has cost the club in fine’s for not fulfillingfixtures and also lost a bond that was put up at the start of the sea-son. In conclusion everyone is disappointed with the playersinvolved and finally I would like to thank Pat McCarthy, JohnHeaphy and Ray Fraser for their time and effort.Seniors. January 11th, 2009 Youghal United 0 - 1 Fermoy.The lads missed a chance to close the gab on league leadersFermoy recently with a one nil defeat at home. Youghal will befrustrated with this result as they had enough chances to get aresult from the game. This weekend’s fixture fell foul to the weath-er conditions but all eyes will be on next weeks fixture away to fel-low promotion rivals Ballinhassig. Youghal will be looking to getsomething from this fixture so they can keep them at bay.

Ply Pts1 Fermoy 11 332 Youghal Utd 10 223 Ballinhassig 8 164 Temple Utd 10 145 Garryduff 8 136 Glasheen 8 137 Casement Celtic 8 48 Bandon 10 19 CIT 7 0DECEMBER PLAYERS OF THE MONTHSolo Player of the MonthU16: Rachel Cronin; U14: Sarah Roche; U12: Holly TwomeySuper Valu Player of the MonthU16: Ashley Lewis; U14: Yves Seoghe; U13: James Walsh; U12:Eric Murphy; U11: Callum HoganUnder 14 Boys Result January 11th, 2009 Youghal United 2 -1 Douglas HallThis was an excellent win for the lads at home to Douglas Hall.Under 13 Boys ResultJanuary 11th, 2009 Report: Anthony Horgan.Youghal United 1 - 0 Nufarm AthleticThe boys needed to be on top form here for the duration of thegame as Nufarm are excellent opposition. Youghal started welland were on top for most of the game only to be caught offside ona number of occasions as Nufarm were a well organised outfit atthe back. On the other hand Youghal were unlucky not to take thelead on a number of occasions when Danny Walsh hit the uprightand Ronan O’ Sullivan had a good effort tipped onto the crossbar.Ronan however did pop up to decide this match with a great strike.Overall this was a good performance by the whole team and a spe-cial mention to Connor Finn who stepped in to replace our regularkeeper.

Local Singer Songwriter ShaneSupple has released his longawaited new 16 track Album

Country Style Blues.The CD was recorded in three different studios with most of thework carried out in Claycastle Studio Youghal with Warren Tivyand John Burke who also mastered the finished CD. With the helpof the following Musicians who worked on this project. TonyKirby (steel guitar), Oliver Keane (guitar, piano) Kieran McCarthy(drums, percussion) Warren Tivy (strings, keyboards), Paul Roche(mandoline,fiddle,guitars), Darleen & Sofia (backing vocals)Padraig Parker (guitar), Kingsley Johnson, Lena Caples and ArtSupple (brass), this album could not be finished. At 16, Shane Supple from Youghal, started touring with his fatherArt Supple, the well known singer and entertainer. Shane thenspent the following years touring Ireland, the UK, and someEuropean countries as a working musician learning his trade and atthis time wrote his first song Someday I Will Be A Star.In 1992 Shane recorded his first EP Eyes of Blue. Shane touredwith his father Art Supple up until �93 when he joined Irish StarBrendan Shine for a short spell doing concert tours of Ireland & theUK, during this time Shane wrote the song Youghal By The Seawhich proved to be very popular. In 1999 Shane signed up as akeyboard player with Waterford country singer Paddy O Brien. While working with Paddy O Brien in 2001 Shane wrote LifetimeGuarantee which he sent to Paschal Mooney of Green Grass Musicand a publishing contract was signed. Shortly after that anothersong Here I Am - Where Are You was recorded and released on thealbum Cottage By The Sea by Kevin Prendergast. His father Art.Supple also recorded another of Shane�s songs Dance The LastDance. By 2004 popular country singer Mick Flavin recorded LifetimeGuarantee on his album Try It You’ll Like It. In 2005 Shane gotword that another of his song�s The Highway Song was receivingairplay as far away as Taiwan & Asia. During the summer of 2006much to Shane�s delight and surprise, he got word that his song Your So Special was playlisted in New Zealand & Australia.2009 see�s the release of the new 16 track album Country StyleBlues, Shane has been performing these songs onstage over the lastnumber of years and was asked to record these songs by many peo-ple who heard him singing. The finished result is a fine collectionof songs including his best known song Lifetime Guarantee (track1 on the album), as well as The Highway Song (track 15 on thealbum).CD is available on the internet www.shanesupple.com and at TheCyber-room Internet CafØ, Main Street, Youghal.Shane can be contacted on the following Telephone - Office: 02490454 Mobile: 087 6827837 Email: info@shanesupple.com

Rita KeoghShanacoole, Kinsalebeg, Youghal

Acknowledgement and First AnniversaryJanuary 19th, 2008

- In Memoriam - - In Appreciation -

We, the family of the late Rita Keogh, Brendan, Ann and Georgina,wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with us on theloss of our beloved mother whom we dearly miss.We express our deepest appreciation to all those who attended theRosary, Removal and/or Funeral Mass, those who travelled long dis-tances, sent mass cards, floral tributes and phone calls. In particular aspecial word of thanks to our dear cousins, neighbours and friends fortheir enormous generosity and support for which we will be forevergrateful. Our sincere thanks to Rev. Fr. O� Gorman for his regular visits to ourmum and for celebrating her Funeral mass, to Dr. Declan Matthewsfor attending our mother, to the public health nurse OilibhearBreathnach and to our dear friend Catherine Mansfield for her dedi-cated care of our mother over the years, and to Liz Casey for her kind-ness and humour.Thank you to the staff in the Sacred Heart Unit, St. Joseph�s Hospital,Dungarvan, to the staff in A/E Department, Regional Hospital,Waterford for their immense professionalism.We also thank Piltown and Clashmore Choir, St. Raphael�s Choir,Youghal, who sang so beautifully at the Mass, and to our colleaguesin St. Raphael�s for their wonderful support, to Ann Seward, ChurchSacristan, and altar servers.A special word of thanks to Egan�s Funeral Directors for their effi-cient and dignified handling of the funeral arrangements and to thegravediggers. Rita is sadly missed by her sisters Bree, Chris, brotherMichael, daughter-in-law Roisin, son-in-law Marco, grandchildrenMarion, Sean, Cormac, Seorse, Alan, Orianna, Patrick, Lorraine andMichael, great grandchildren Jessica, Shannon, Torin and Jamie, andall her relatives and friends. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually pleaseaccept this as a token of our gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Masswill be offered for your intentions.Rita�s Anniversary Mass wil be celebrated in Clashmore Church onSunday 18th January at 11a.m.

Think of her as living in the hearts of those she touchedFor nothing loved is ever lostAnd she was loved so much

KeoghFirst Anniversary

In Loving Memory of our dearest mother Rita Keogh, late of Shanacoole Kinsalebeg,Youghal, who died on January 19th, 2008.

Just a prayer from the family who loved you,Just a memory fond and true,

In our hearts you will live foreverbecause we thought the world of you.

Georgina, Ann & Brendan & families

NanaWe remember a smile we would love to see

And a hand we would love to touchA nana we miss so much

God bless youLovingly remembered always

your grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Appreciation to St. Raphael�s CentreAnne and Georgina wish to thank Angela O�Loughlin -Director of Nursing, Maura O�Leary, Paudie O�Brienand Liam Douglas - Assistant Director and all our col-leagues for their wonderful support on the death of ourbevoled mother. A speical thank you to Ger Griffin,Martin Kennifick, John Cunningham and St. RaphaelsChoir.

Rita KeoghShanacoole, Kinsalebeg, Youghal

Appreciation and First AnniversaryJanuary 19th, 2008

Annual General Meeting.Cois Bhride C.L.G. is holding it’s A.G.M. in the Shamrock Inn,Knockanore, next Friday 23rd January commencing at 8.30 sharp.All aspects of the activities of Cois Bhride in 2008 will be dis-cussed and all are welcome. For anyone who wishes to raise anyissues with the club over it’s activities on and off the field in thepast year, this is the place to do it, and all new members and indeedanyone who might wish to comtribute to the running of the clubare more than welcome. Remember, this Friday, 23rd January,8.30 sharp in Knockanore.2008, how was it for you?It was the year Waterford finally made it to an All-Ireland finalafter 45 years, the game started at 3.30, and finished at 3.30.... DeLa Salle won their first County hurling title, then followed that upby winning Munster. Tallow reached their first senior semi-final inquite a while, but lost out to De La Salle. On the club front, CoisBhride U-8’s to 12’s performed very well with our U-11 hurlerswinning a Western ground hurling title (div.1), but losing in theCo. final to Ballygunner by a single point. They also did well inthe football league, reaching the knockout stages. Our U-12hurlers also did well, beating Lismore to qualify for a WesternFinal against Dungarvan, which they unfortunately lost after agood effort. Our U-14 hurlers also reached a Western final, butthey were to taste defeat also in this. In the county they won theirfirst four matches, but were knocked out in the semi-final.Unfortunately our U-16’s and minor teams didn’t fare too well lastyear, we seem to have a difficulty in fielding teams at these agelevels owing to small sized panels. However our U-21 hurlers puta bit of icing on the cake when they succeeded in winning a coun-ty title late in the year, so our congratulations to them. Overall, amixed bag, some good, some not, but plenty to be optimistic aboutfor the coming year. The Celtic Tiger may be well and trulyextinct, but Cois Bhride is alive and kicking!Equipment officer.John Hennessy, our excellent equipment officer, would dearly liketo have all outstanding bottles, first aid or other gear returned tohim before Friday night if possible. So a message to all our selec-tors, please check your car boots and garages etc. and give back allstray gear please?Sean Leahy R.I.P.Cois Bhride C.L.G would like to sympathise with the family andfriends of Sean Leahy, Glendine, who passed away recently.Sean’s grandson Colin donned the Cois Bhride colours just a fewyears ago. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

Cois Bhride JuvenileG.A.A. Notes.

Youghal R.F.C. Club Draw Results

Held at the Club Pavilion on the evening of Saturday 3rd. January2009’1st. Prize: � 1,500.00. Winner: Catherine Flavin, Raheen Road,Youghal, 2nd. Prize: �500.00: Ger & Mick, Unit A, Garda Station,Midleton, 3rd. Prize: Two stand tickets to Ireland V France 7/2/09,plus �100.00, Dick Barry, C/O Ch. O’Neill YRFC, 4th. Prize: Twostand tickets to Munster V Sale Jan. 16, Thomond Park: D.McCarthy, 16 Quains Terrace, Youghal, 5th. to 10th Prizes: �50.00each, 5th: Darragh O’Brien, Creighmore, Youghal, 6th: EileenO’Regan, De Valera Street, Youghal, 7th: Billy Nunn, 18 DermotHurley Estate, Youghal, 8th: Martina Hooley, C/O Maria Hooley,9th: M. Downing, Dermot Hurley Estate, Youghal, 10th: AlisonO’Brien, Curraghboy, Youghal.We thank all those who bought tickets for their support.

Youghal Tennis Club NewsYoughal Tennis Club would like to wish all its members and sup-porters a very Happy New Year Junior members aged 10 and over started the New Year well witha Junior tournament , from 10.30 to 12.00 on Saturday morningthe 3rd of January, This tournament attracted a good number ofJunior players and a good mixture of winners.Winners of the tournament held on Saturday 3rd of January 2009were1st Place: Sophie Monaghan and Mark Cody2nd Place: Sarah Donaghue & Leah 3rd Place: Ronan O Mahony & Laura Donaghue4th Place: Ciara Connelly & Laura CodyDue to popular demand these tournaments will continue on everysecond Saturday morning, the next one will be held on the 17th ofJanuary from 10.30 to 12.00. If any parents are available to helpout please inform any member of the committee. Junior tennis coaching will commence again at the end ofJanuary/early February with Professional Coach Martin Cusackfor a period of six weeks. This coaching will be advertised near-er the time. Enquires on junior coaching to Ita on 087 9340925 orLinda on 087 6754337.Adult MembersEvery Thursday is club night at Youghal Tennis club. This is agood opportunity to play tennis, meet new people, get some exer-cise and have good fun all at the same time. The club night is opento all levels, men and women, members and non members. Clubnight starts at 7.30pm.So now is a good time to get back to the courts and get fit for 2009.

Winners of Juvenile Tournament which was held on Saturday 3rd January 2009

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YOUGHAL CYCLING CLUBYoughal cc have 4 leisure tours pencilled into the national cyclingcalendar which will take place over the summer months. Clubtraining spins continue over the winter months with the groupmeeting at 9.00am by the clock gate and usually putting in a 2 to3 hour spin at a steady pace.If you are new to cycling and would like to join the group, routescan be tailored to suit your ability. The club is open to anyone withan interest in cycling the great outdoors and advice and encourage-ment is always at hand. For more info contact Jonathan @ 0868563292 for any queries regarding the training spins. Youghal ccis looking forward to seeing new members out on the road andwith a little training any event becomes an enjoyable day out onthe saddle.

East Cork WeddingServices Brochure LaunchThe East Cork Wedding Services Network launched its NetworkBrochure in the Amore Bridalwear shop on South Main Street,Youghal on January 6th. James Connon of Connon Digital Videoexplained that the brochure contains details of a range of localwedding service providers. Al the services a couple is likely toneed when planning their wedding are now available on oneleaflet. So if you need a style coach, Avril Geary can help you andMalachy Harty Photography will catch you looking your best.Other businesses featured include Deborah Desmond - Sopranoand Professional Wedding Singer, Art Supple and his Band, DJKen’s Dance Mania, Aidan Daly’s vintage care hire, Jean’sWedding Flowers and Vibez hair salon. Camilla from AmoreBridalwear said all the businesses are local professionals workingand living in the East Cork / West Waterford area, people you cantrust. The members of the network would like to thank the localhotels for distributing the brochure. For copies, contact James on(024)20714.

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Munster Junior & Senior Indoor Track and Field ChampionshipsNenagh 04/01/09 The Munster Junior and Senior Indoor Championships kicked offthe New Track and Field season in Nenagh on Sunday the 4thJanuary.Youghal were represented by Nikita Savage in the Junior PoleVault and Sarah Ryan in the Senior Pole Vault.In the Junior Competition Nikita Savage put in a wonderful per-formance continuing in the rich vein of form which she finishedlast season in, Nikita open the competition with a first time clear-ance at 2.40 and also cleared 2.60 and2.80 with her first attempt at each. Theclearance at 2.80 gave Nikita the MunsterJunior Indoor Record which had stoodsince 2002, Nikita was not finished yet asshe cleared 3.00 metre mark on her sec-ond attempt to set the record even higher,she was so unlucky when clear at 3.20mark she caught it on the way down withher hand. Nikita Junior record of 3.00metres puts her among the top 5 or 6 Irishwomen vaulter to ever clear the 3.00meter mark. Nikita now’s holds the indoor record as well as theMunster Junior Outdoor Record with Sarah Ryan.

In the Senior Competition Sarah Ryantook the title with a championship bestperformance of 2.60. Sarah has been outof competitive pole Vault action with overtwelve months and returned with a won-derful performance of jumping. Sarahusing a short run up of eight stridesopened the competition at 2.00 metresand cleared it first time. Sarah cleared2.20 and 2.40 first time and 2.60 in her3rd attempt. Sarah like Nikita was mostunfortunate at 2.80 when clear of the barcaught it on the way down. This was avery solid performance in her first com-

petition back and she can look forward to a season ahead with con-fidence of many more top class performances ahead.Both Girls compete in All Ireland Juniors in 2 Weeks time beforetravelling to the Belfast Odyssey Arena the first weekend inFebruary for the Senior Indoor Championships and compete in thesame arena as many of Irelands top athletes such as DervalO’Rourke, Paul Hession, Robert Heffernan just to name a few.

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Footballers of 1999 who beat their 2008 counterparts

Footballers of 2008 who were beaten by the 1999 footballers pictured with MichaelSheehan

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Hurling Team of 2008 who beat their 1999 counterparts with Manager MickeyDowning

Group of Players and Mangers line up prior to matches on St. Stephen�s Day atYoughal GAA Grounds

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Michael Treacy, proprietor of The Nook Bar, Keith Ansbro and Richard Foley fromthe popular local group Mangan’s Men present the cheque of �2,200 to theChernobyl children with Sammy and Kate Revins representing the ChernobylChildren’s Trust and Clodagh Madden from Chernobyl Aid Ireland with volunteersand supporters outside Treacy’s Pub- The Nook. The monies raised was from thekind generosity of the the band, The Treacy family and the customers of The Nookat the New Year’s Day party which was held in the pub.

BLACKWATER ACADEMYBlackwater academy presented ’Youghal on Show’ on the 6thDecember at the Walter Raleigh Hotel. The show featured all 120dance and musical theatre students from Blackwater Academy, aswell as some local guests. The show huge success, and Alastairand Tracey Symon would like to thank all those involved. Lookout for the Wizard of Oz coming in April. If you would like moreinformation about our classes or shows, contact Tracey 0863055353.

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The Nook Bar and local band ’Mangan’s Men’ with Special Guestsheld a New Years Day fundraiser in aid of Chernobyl Children’sTrust and Chernobyl Aid Ireland.

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Debbie Savage, Pat Joyce, Tina Coleman, Angela Boland, Ann Coleman andGeraldine Browne

Bernie Crowley with her friend TillyMcCarthy Frances McCarthy and Chrissie Hegarty

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Twenty four members competed on Tuesday 16th in the last bowl-ing session of 2008,. Divided into six teams of four, the competi-tion was very keen. The club had decided that the wining team onevery rinkmat should receive prizes. Wine, chocolates and biscuitswere on display and proved a great incentive as witnessed by thecloseness of the scoring. The winning teams were :-Ist ; Celia O�Sullivan, Michael Bevin,John Fitzgerald and Michael Shiels with 15 points. 2nd ; NoreenHennessy, Alex Brophy, Chris McHugh and John Goodwin with14 points 3rd ; Rita Ryall, Frances Forrest, Lily Bulman and BridieWalsh with 13 points.Bowling shall commence again on Tuesday 6th January 2009,when the pairs competition shall start. The draw for this competi-tion has already been made and posted on the club notice board.Members are asked to make themselves aware of the draw.The 2nd club annual dinner was held in the Walter Raleigh hotelon Friday 19th December and was a very successful and enjoyableevent. We wish to thank the staff of the hotel and our very ablecommittee member, Joy Bryan, who organised the event. Themembers were afterwards entertained in the bar by that wellknown singer, musician and all round entertainer, BattyPrendergast. A fitting end to 2008 and we all look forward to goodbowling in the new year.

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JOHN�S SHIP COMES INChristy Parker talks to a Youghal writer whose debut novel is setto rules the waves. The writing talents of Youghal man John Stack arepoised for global recognition as his debut novel hitsthe shelves this month. Top publishers HarperCollins won the rights to his book, Ship of Rome,and have commissioned a further two novels to forma trilogy called Masters of the Sea. The series, "ahistorical fiction" is set in the Punic wars wagedbetween the emerging Roman navy and the Carthaginian Empirefrom 264-201 BC. John, 36, is the son of Gerry and Kitty Stack, Kilcoran Park andlives near Rochestown with wife Adrienne, daughter Zoe, sevenand two year-old twins Amy and Andrew. His commission carriesa six-figure sum over four years. It would be entirely apt if John’s books proved ’moving’ -as hewrites from the passenger seat of his green Opel Zafira! He strug-gled with domestic distraction when embarking on Ship of Romein March 2007 and achieved a semblance of a solution by using afriend’s house. One day, on forgetting his key, he drove to a near-by car-park overlooking Cork harbour and started up his laptop.There, doors locked, he found "perfect privacy." Furthermore, hehad "the option of a different vista every day!", he recalls. John’s interest in military history was sparked in teenage years byhis father’s reading recommendations. The attraction proved last-ing, through adult years acquiring a BA and MBA in BusinessAdministration. At some stage he encountered the Punic warswhich, come March 2007, inspired the man who had never beforewritten anything "other than essays," to start a novel. He would write betwixt his ’day job’ as a business manager withWright Line, an American, Cork-based office furniture manufac-turer. From early 2007 he knew the firm was pondering closure inCork and his work uncertainty accentuated his writing, aboutwhich he confided only in his wife. This proved convenient whenthree literary agents rejected his manuscript. He undertook a re-write, researched advice on publishing for first time authors andin August 2007 sent the book to a London agency with establishedconnections in historic fiction.September 2007 brought two contrasting and life-changingannouncements: the agency would marketing his book to publish-ers from January 2008 and his ten years with Wright Line wouldend come November when the company decamped to India. He reflects on redundancy: "My greatest fear stemmed from theuncertainty about my future following ten years in which the pay-cheques had unfailingly arrived. But at least I had seen it comingand saw the chance to do something I had always wanted to do. IfI’d been caught unawares I’m not sure if Ship of Rome would havebeen written. Uncertainty breeds an overwhelming need for secu-rity and for most of us that means a new job, maybe better, maybeworse, maybe the same. For others it drives them towards a newcareer and a complete change in their lives. " "I now feel that perhaps redundancy brings opportunity, great andsmall -sometimes glaring, sometimes hidden; opportunities totravel, to begin a new career, to immigrate, to follow some wishthat has lain dormant in the routine of working-life. Just perhaps,redundancy can be a chance to discover another road that younever knew existed." As he searched for another job, the book sat waiting for Januaryon his agent’s desk, cradling between its covers the possibility, ifnot the promise, of a new future for its author. In January’s dyingdays came news that both Penguin and Harper Collins wanted therights. "I felt numb, totally unable to absorb the news," he recallswith delight. Harper Collins triumphed. He describes Ship of Rome as "about the early Roman navy andhow, from a relatively small domain in the southern half of Italy,it defeated the mighty Carthaginian Empire that ruled theMediterranean. It doesn’t read like a history novel," he proceeds"but has wider appeal, with interwoven plots. There are two

-Atticus, a Greek naval captain -of a conquered race and unlovedbut respected by the Romans- and Septimus, a centurion on boardhis ship." The story also focuses on "the view of ordinary men caught up inhistory," Through this prism, he captures the crucial role of a newdevice called the corvus. "It was a spiked boarding ramp thatallowed the Romans fast and lethal access to the enemy’s ships. Itprobably won them their victory, yet nobody is credited withinventing or designing it," says John. "In a wider context, Rome’svictory led to the subsequent formation of its empire and the even-tual evolvement of modern Europe. The Carthaginians were ofNorth African extract and we can assume Europe today would befundamentally different if they had persevered." John has seldom ventured forth in a boat himself but does creditYoughal with influence on his success. "Influences persist. If yougrow up by the sea, it stays with you forever. Its entirely possibleif I had not been reared in Youghal, I might not have been inclinedto write that kind of book," he concludes. Then again, maybe itwas the car parks that inspired him.

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Training League Placing/ Results Thurs Dec. 11th1) Dermot Ledingham 12.46 2) Wm O Mahoney 15.21 3)Gordon Nicholson 13.09 4) Billy O Donovan 11.43 5) Kevin OReilly 11.52 6) Ann Nicholson 11.01 7) George Bulman 12.058) Mary Kingston 16.37 9) Ailish Walsh 16.37 10) Dave McMahon 11.15 11} Denis Kelleher 11.35 12) Eamon Flanagan14.30 13) Noel Curtin 10.14 14) Marty O Keffee 10.34Training League Placing/ Results Thurs Dec. 18th1) Brian Fitzgerald 15.05 2) Eamon Flanagan 13.30 3) NoelCurtin 10.20 4) W O Mahoney 15.19 5) Paul Curley 10.55 6)Kevin O Reilly 11.52 7) Noel O Regan 10.44 8) GordonNicholson 12.56 9) Denis Kelleher 11.26 10) DermotLedingham 12.58 11) Billy O Donovan 12.08

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Blackwater AcademyBlackwater academy presented ’Youghal on Show’ on the 6thDecember at the Walter Raleigh Hotel. The show featured all 120dance and musical theatre students from Blackwater Academy, aswell as some local guests. The show huge success, and Alastairand Tracey Symon would like to thank all those involved. Lookout for the Wizard of Oz coming in April. If you would like moreinformation about our classes or shows, contact Tracey 0863055353.

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PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY(Never Known To Fail)

O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine,Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God,Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of theSea, help me and show m herein that you are my Mother.O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth.I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to suc-cour me in my necessity. There are none that can withstandyour power. O show me herein you are my Mother. Maryconceived without sin pray for us who have recourse toThee (three times). Thank you for your mercy towards meand mine.The person must say this prayer on three consecutive days.After three days request will be granted. This prayer mustbe published after the favour is granted. M.B.

Months Mind MassSheila �Heaphy� Perry late of SarsfieldTerrace, who died in Downpatrick onChristmas Day. Also for her husband Tommywho died on December 3rd.

The family wish to thank all those who sentmass cards and letters of sympathy.

Months Mind Mass at The HolyFamily Church on Sunday 25th

January 2009 at 11 a.m.

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THANKSGIVINGS

24th Anniversary

In loving memory of

John MerriganLate of Kinsalebeg, Co. Waterford

You never miss the sunshine, till the evening shadows fallYou never miss loved ones, till they are gone beyond recall

So be forever with him, Lord, hear him should he callAnd light a star above his grave, when evening shadows fall

Will those who think of John today a little prayer to Jesus say

Lovingly remembered by his wife Johannah,Daughter Joan, Son-in-Law Willie-John,

Grandaughters, Alicia and April

3rd Anniversary

James DalyIn loving memory of my dear Dad, James Daly

Late of Rhincrew, YoughalWho Died on 11th January 2006. R.I.P.

Silent Memories keep you near,As time unfolds another year,

Our of our lives you may be gone,But in our hearts you still live on.

Always remembered by your loving son, Pat,daughter-in-law, Marie and grandson, James

1st AnniversaryIn Loving Memory of

Annie SmiddyBallymadog, Youghal, Co. CorkWho Died on 19th January 2008.

Aged 87 years.R.I.P.

All I ask is that you will remember meat Mass and Holy Communion.O Mary, conceived without sin,

pray for us who have recourse to thee.

Our Lady, Queen of Heaven, pray for her.

2nd AnniversaryIn Loving Memory of

Mary O� Brien5, Cherryvale Estate, Youghal, Co. Cork

who died on 22nd January2006. Aged 74 years.May she rest in peace.

May the light of heaven shine on her.You have gone no further

from us than to Godand God is very near.

From your husband Kevin, daughter Phil, son-in-lawMike and Grandchildren Mikie, Ellie & Ben.

A PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN(Never known to fail)

O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, fruitful vine, splendourof Heaven, blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virginassist me in my neccessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show meherein you are my mother. O Holy Mary Mother of God, queen ofheaven and earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me inthis necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O showme herein you are my mother. O Mary conceived without sin, prayfor us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mother I place thiscause into your hands (3 times). Holy Spirit you who solve all prob-lems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal, you who gave methe divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in allinstances of my life You are with me, I want in this short prayer tothank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never wantto be separated from you in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercytowards me and mine.The person must say this prayer on three consecutive days. Afterthree days the request will be granted. This prayer must be publishedafter the favour is granted. - L.H.

THANKSGIVINGSPRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY(Never Known To Fail)

O most beautiful flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine,Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God,Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. O Star of theSea, help me and show m herein that you are my Mother. OHoly Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth. Ihumbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to suc-cour me in my necessity. There are none that can withstandyour power. O show me herein you are my Mother. Maryconceived without sin pray for us who have recourse toThee (three times). Thank you for your mercy towards meand mine.The person must say this prayer on three consecutive days.After three days request will be granted. This prayer mustbe published after the favour is granted. G

IN MEMORIAM

7th Anniversary

~ CLAIRE HANNA ~Late of 12 Blackwater Heights, Youghal

Who died on January 21st 2002

May the winds of love blow softly,And whisper for you to hear,

That we your family miss you, And wish that you were here

An Anniversary Mass will be held for Claire on Saturday 24thJan in the Holy Family Church, Youghal at 7.30pm

Sadly missed by Mom and Dad, Martin and Teresa. Herbrothers and sisters Sean, James, Jenny, Stephanie and Gerard.

By her nephews and nieces Diarmuid, Rebecca, Ciara andCoran. Sister in law Jenny B, and Aidan. Also her fiancØ Paul

THOSE WHO THINK OF CLAIRE TODAY A LITTLE PRAYER TO JESUS SAY.

~ DALY ~22nd and 3rd Anniversaries

In loving memory of my dear parents Nellie andJames Daly late of Rhincrew Youghal whose

anniversaries occur around this time R.I.P massesoffered.

Mam and Dad memories we keep one by one,Things you have said things you have done,

They bring a smile and often a tear. But always a wish that you were here

Well those who think of them today a little prayerto Jesus say

Always remembered by your son Willie, daughterin law Mary and Granddaughter Linda

~ Hughes ~8th anniversary

In loving memory of a dear husband, Howard,late of the Mall, Youghal,

who died on the 7th January, 2001

As long as my heart keeps beating,As long as my eyes shed tears,

I will always love and miss you,No matter how many years.

Loved and remembered always by your wife, Brigid.

In loving memory of a loving father, Howard, late of the Mall,Youghal,

who died on the 7th January, 2001

My memories of you DadWill never grow old,

They are locked in my heart,In letters of gold.

Sadly missed by your daughter, Gwendolen

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Youghal United AFC Player ofthe Month for December ’08

Damian Moore, Asst. Manager BrookesSuper Valu presents the Player of theMonth award U-11 to Calum Hogan

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�Anyone Could Rob a Bank�Inch Community Centre

Thurs. 29th Jan. - Sun. 1st Feb.Curtain 8.15pm sharp

It is time for some laughter and fun in Inch Community Centreagain, and Inch Drama Group�s �Anyone Could Rob a Bank � afarce, by Tom Coffey is just what the doctor ordered.The play is set in the kitchen of Badger Grey�s house. Badger isplayed by Anthony Flavin and his hair-brained wife Sarah playedby Mary Colbert, their pretty and flirtatious daughter played byTeresa Riordan who has a crush on the local Sergeant played byPakie O�Mahony, but she is also attracted to Tony, a business man,played by John Hurley who is in town for a few days. Then thereis Jerreen, Badger�s brother played by Michael Riordan Jnr. (thelocal coffin maker) and Mickey, their nephew, played by PadraigWalsh a wanna-be boxer who is an apprentice toJerreen, and tocomplete the crew there is Windy, Badger�s next door neighbourand local butcher played by Brendan Walsh.We welcome Brendan and Padraig Walsh - father and son - to ourcast for the first time - though this is not their first time on stage,Brendan has an acting past with Killeagh macra and Padraig is arising star on the stage.So what is the play about? Having read of an unsuccessful bankrobbery in Blarney, Badger, egged on by Jerreen and Windy, plotsout a robbery of his own, just to show how it could be done prop-erly. You won�t believe the mayhem, accusations, confusion andshenanigans that follow - it is laughter all the way.They say that �laughter is the shock absorber that eases the blowsof life�, in the times we live in this is what we all need - a goodlaugh.This performance is not to be missed and with laughter and enjoy-ment assured an with all the comforts available at InchCommunity Centre, it is a great night out for all concerned.Booking in advance of these shows to secure your seat can bemade by telephoning (024) 95252 between the hours of 5pm and9.30pm - curtain 8.15pm sharp.

The cast from the show " Anyone could rob a bank" during rehearsals

Michael Riordan-Jerreen’, TeresaRiordan-’Noreen’ and John Hurley-’Tony’

Brendan Walsh-’Windy’ AnthonyFlavin-’Badger’ and Michael Riordan-’Jerreen’ in scene from the show

Scenes from the forthcoming productionBookings 95252 from 5pm-9.30pm

IN MEMORIAM

11th AnniversaryIn loving memory of

Noel LandersRemember him with a smile today

He was not one for tearsReflect instead on the memories

Of all the happy yearsRecall to mind the way he spoke

And all the things he saidHis strength, his stance, the way he walked

Remember these instead

Sadly missed by your daughter Mary and grand-daugher Freda

4th Anniversary

Mary Kate Kenefick3, O�Brien�s Terrace, Youghal

Cherished memories of a Dear Mother WhoseAnniversary occured on January 5th

A date filled with saddness,Returns to us today,

As we stop to remember Mammy,In our own special way.

Always loved and so sadly missed by William, Margaret, Christina and John

8th Anniversary On the 17th of January

Jack Coleman Raheen Park, Youghal

Your Memory is our dearest treasureTo have and to hold, to keep forever

Sadly missed by his wife Eileen,Sons Henry and Liam and

Daughter Marion

2nd Anniversary In Loving Memory Of

Margaret NoonanLate of Ballyclamasey, Summerfield, Youghal.

Who Died on 22nd January 2007

Will those who think of her today alittle prayer to Jesus say.

Fondly remembered by her husband Sean,children Anne, John and Patrick, brothers,

sisters, sisters-in-law and their families

14th Anniversary

Danielle GriffinWhose Anniversary Occurs on 20th January

I�ll lend you for a little while,A child of mine God said.

But will you till I call her back,Take care of her for me.

She�ll bring you charms to gladden you,And should her stay be brief.

You�ll always have her memoriesAs a solace for your grief.

Always loved and missed by Mam, Nan, Uncles Kieranand Paul and Sisters Robyn and Diane

23rd Anniversary

Donal GriffinWhose Anniversary Occurs on 19th Jan.

You left this world so quickly,We still wonder why.

For the saddest part of all,You never said Goodbye.

You left us so many memories,To us you were so dear.

No matter when we needed you,We always found you near.

Loved always by his wife Breda, children Kieran,Denelza and Paul and his grandchildren.

YOUGHAL GAA CLUB NEWSCLUB A.G.M.The Senior Club held their A.G.M. on Thursday night the 9th ofDecember in Club Aras. In front of a sizeable attendance the veryreverend Fr. Bernard Cotter was elected as President. In hisaddress to the meeting he expressed what an honour it was to beselected to the role and how it was a very special honour to be fol-lowing on from the late Liam Moynihan. Many tributes wereheard throughout proceedings to Liam who was a hugely popularmember of the Club and society in general. Fr. Cotter played hisfirst game for the Club in a schools tournament in Midleton in1948 and has been a member of the Club ever since. Althoughretired now and living in Cork he is an everpresent at Club func-tions and will be a popular choice as president. There was a deci-sion made at the meeting that the president be changed every 3years as there is a long list of very destinguished vice presidentswho may never get the chance to become president. The executivewas returned as it was last year with the exception of AlanHennessy who is stepping down as Fixtures secretary. Alan hasserved the Club as PRO and Fixtures Secretary over the last 13Years and Chairman Sean Ring paid tribute to Alan for all he hasdone in that time. The biggest topic of discussion on the night wasthat of the Schools being unable to play in any competitions fromJanuary 1st as the funding for substitute teachers will not allow forteachers to have time to go to these games. Little has been madeof this in the media and most people are unaware of this being thecase. This could potentially have a huge bearing on young peoplenot playing sports and their is concern that their will be a fall offin the numbers playing Gaelic games aswell as the huge emphasisthat has been put on physical education in schools because of obe-sity levels rising in Ireland being eroded somewhat. The Club willbe in contact with all the relevent parties about this situation toexpress it’s concerns over the next few weeks. Club Officials for the coming Year are Sean Ring as Chairman,Ken Bulman as Vice Chairman, Assumpta Parker as Secretary,Ned O’Connell as Treasurer and David Kilgannon as P.R.O. Therole of Fixtures Secretary will be announced after the first Clubmeeting in the New Year.On the playing front it was decided to have just one league teamnext year as it is proving difficult to field two teams for a fullleague campaign in Football. There will however be two teams forChampionship, one Intermediate and one Junior. Mick Sheehanhas the task of getting football back on track in the Club flankedby Philip Monaghan and Eoin O Suchru. Mick is finalising hisback room team at the moment and their is a buzz about footballin the club that has not been seen for a few years with many play-ers already committing to giving their best efforts for the cause.U21 Football will be looked after by Maurice O’Mahony, MauriceCronin and David Kilgannon. This has been a very successfulcombination over the last few years at underage level and are step-ping up to the adult club for the first time. Pat Mackey is againlooking after the Minors and with a Team that did the double atu16 this could be a very exciting year for football fans.No Hurling Management team is in place at the moment but dis-cussions are ongoing and the Club are optemistic they will gettheir Man. Sean Ring and John Parker will again be looking afterthe Juniors and if the Senior Manager approached takes the posi-tion I can see a great year ahead for hurling also. The enigmaticKen Bulman is taking the u21 hurlers, lets hope he didn’t pick uptoo many bad habits accross the bridge last year or get a feel forlosing. Con Spillane will look after the Minors which will be adificult job with limited resources but his experience will counter-act this.We have underachieved in both codes over the last few years buttheir is an air of excitement and optimism building about nextyears prospects that I have not witnessed before in my 5 Yearswith the Club and hopefully some of this will lead to long summerevenings challenging for honours on all fronts.ST.STEPHENS DAY GET TOGETHER IN MEMORY OFDAN COLEMANA large crowd gathered at Club Aras on St Stephens morning for a Hurling and Football tournament organised by the ColemanFamily to mark the upcoming tenth anniversary of the passing ofDan. It was great to see such a large gathering for what was alsobilled as a celebration of it being 10 Years this Year since the foot-ballers won the Junior Championship. The Hurlers and Footballersof 99 took on their present Day counterparts in two very compet-itive matches with plenty of good talent both past and

present on show. The 99 hurlers lost out by a couple of points butthe footballers gained revenge for this in the second game. Patronswere treated to a hot toddy during the games to help offset the coldweather and possibly the onset of the Christmas hangover. Theirwas a great atmosphere in the Club Bar after where BrendanColeman presented trophies to the winning connections.Hopefully this can become an anual event that helps former play-ers and visitors to stay in touch with the Club, while also givingpeople a chance to remember the highs and lows of days past.CHAMPIONSHIP DRAWS FOR 2009The Intermediate footballers will be in action against Canovee inthe first round of the Championship with the losers playing eitherEire Og or Delaneys. With a big emphasis being put on theFootball this Year under the guidance of Mick Sheehan lets hopewe will have a long Year chearing on the Youghal Boys. Trainingis starting this Wednesday at 7:30 sharp with a full attendanceexpected.The hurlers will be up against Mallow in the first round with thelosers playing Douglas or Newcestown. Their was no more than apuck of a ball between Youghal and Mallow last Year so nochances will be taken in the build up to this one and having to pos-sibly face their victors from last year Douglas should they losewill be an added incentive to come out on top.CRAFT FAIRA craft fair was held in the hall on Sunday 14th December. Theevent was organised and run by Sean and Noreen Oliphant and theClub would like to thank both of them for their efforts. There were25 stalls on the Day selling a vast array of items from Bread to oldcoins, Candles to flowers and Dolls to baskets. Over 600 peoplepassed through the doors on the day with many leaving with thatone off gift or simply a loaf of bread or some farm house cheese.The next event of it’s kind will be the return of the Car Boot Saleon January 11th. The last one was a great success despite somevery stormy weather with over 30 stalls and it is hoped to increasethis even further over the next few months to establish Youghal asone of the biggest markets in Munster.On Friday night last 19th December the Club held a party for ClubMembers and Lotto sellers. Their was a raffle on the night con-fined to lotto sellers only and the following names were drawn.Turkey Vouchers: Alan Geary, Hair Design and Aoife Lawlor.Bottle of Wine: Richard Byrne, Angeline Murphy, Carmel Forrestand Brian Coleman.Box of Biscuits: Mary Farrell, Cathy & Henry Collins, TommyColeman Snr. and William Kennefick.TEENAGE DISCO:Club Aras again rocked to the beat of hip hop and r & b asTeenXtreme brought their underage disco roadshow to Town.Over 200 revellers danced the night away helped by two ofIrelands hottest rap artists. It was the only place in Ireland that sawsnow on the night as two snow machines pumped out the whitestuff to add that little extra bit of atmosphere to the occasion. Thenext big night for the Teenagers will be over valentines weekendwhere their are a few more surprises planned. Watch this space forfurther details.COUNTY BOARD DRAWCongratulations to Fintan Crowley on winning a night atCurraheen Park Stadium in the December Draw. Hope you have agreat night Fintan. Tickets are still available for the rest of theDraws and we would encourage people to purchase these as up to60% of the proceeds come directly back to the Club. Tickets canbe obtained from any Committee member.CLUB LOTTOStill no winner of the Jackpot that is well in excess of 10 grand.The winner of the Holiday for December was Margaret Barryfrom Knockaverry who bought the ticket from Angela Pomphrett.Heres hopeing you enjoy the break.JUVENILE TRAININGWith the New Year upon us the youngest members of our club willbe back in action on the second Saturday in January. The Clubwish to extend an invitation to all families in the parish of Youghalto bring their kids along to have a go. The only rules are that thechildren be aged 5 or attending main stream school. Coachingstarts at 10am each and every Saturday with under 8 and 7’s upfirst and the younger members from 11 o’clock. This is great funfor the kids and parents alike and we would encourage parents tostay around for the hour and watch the laughter and sometimestears that inevitably ensue.

Four generations of the Kenefick family. Anne-Marie with baby Erica, greatgrandmother Agnus Kenefick and grandmother Margo Kenefick. Happy BirthdayNana from PJ, Erica and Misty.

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