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Newly commissioned naval officer Jude •O’Driscoll from Cobh pictured during the commissioning ceremony of the 49th Naval Service Cadet Class at the Naval Base in Haulbowline, Cork. The eight Cadets are graduating from the Officer Training School of the Naval College following 21 months of intensive training which included navigation, seamanship, weapons training, leadership, communications, marine engineering and naval warfare.

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The ocean liner, MV Queen Elizabeth pictured •leaving Cobh harbour on Saturday evening. It arriving at 9am on Saturday morning during Cork harbour Open Day, bringing with her over 3,000 passengers and crew. The ship, seen here from the top of West Point in Cobh, has a gross tonnage of 90,900 GRT and a guest capacity of 2,068 and 996 crew.

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Fishing on an incoming tide on Dumps Beach, •The Maharees, Co. Kerry yest. with Brandon Point in the background

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Ciarán Lynch TD

College CostsA new student contribution charge of €2,000 is being introduced in higher education with effect from the 2011/2012 academic year. This new charge was announced by the previous Fianna Fail - Green Party government in last January’s Budget. The charge will replace the Student Services Charge and will apply to all students who currently benefit under the ‘free fees’ scheme. Students who qualify under the third level grant schemes will have this contribution paid as part of their grant. Given the financial pressures that this contribution may place on families and in order to alleviate this somewhat, a provision has also been put in place, through the availability of tax reliefs, so that second and subsequent siblings will not have to bear the full increase. Based on current rates of relief, the effective cost of the student contribution charge, net of tax relief, for second and subsequent siblings will be €1,600 each. Furthermore, given that there will be situations where family income is marginally in excess of current eligibility levels for maintenance grant support, an additional category of support of “50% Student Contribution” is being included in the current higher education grants schemes with an increased income eligibility threshold which will provide for half the costs of the student contribution.Higher education institutions have also been asked to put in place arrangements under which a student may opt to pay the charge in two equal installments of 50% in September and 50% in January in a given academic year.

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Constituency Offi ce 29 St. Patricks Mills, Douglas, Cork.Phone 021 436 6200Email [email protected] www.ciaranlynch.ie

Performance ?Dear Editor, Please allow me space to make a point about what I read on last weeks papers about the claims the City Councilors made. They should be paid on performance! They should be ashamed of themselves! If they were paid on Performance I think they would all be on the Dole. I also think they should be sacked for robbing our country!Yours truly,Joe BrownBlackrock

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Dear Editor Sunny Afternoons Montessori School has regrettably closed since September 1st. I would like to thank all the children and parents for their wonderful support since September 2002. O hope that all the children who attended Sunny Afternoons Montessori had a happy learning experience.Yours SincerelyPatrica O’Donovan

THE MUSICIANS FROM DIDO AND AENEAS (CORK OPERA HOUSE, SEPT •15TH-17TH) PERFORMING FOR SHOPPERS ON PATRICK’S STREET THIS WEEK. Ilse Deziah, cello. Piia Pakarinen, accordion. Marja Gaynor, violin. Carolyn Goodwin, wind

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(left to right) Artis Jill Neill displaying one of her pieces at this year’s •Fledglings exhibition, featuring work from a selection of recent graduates of the Crawford College of Art and Design in the Lavit Gallery. For many of these recent graduates and students it is their first opportunity to show work in a professional gallery setting. Thirteen artists will be participating in this year’s exhibition.

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Peter Mark Celebrates 50 Years with the Make-A-Wish FoundationSunday Blowdry’s, Cake Sales and Fancy Dress at Peter Mark Salons in Cork! It’s 50 years now since Peter and Mark Keaveney opened their first salon on Dublin’s Grafton Street and since then, 73 more salons have opened nationwide. To celebrate, Peter Mark has joined forces with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to ‘Support 50 Wishes’ with two weeks of activities in salons throughout the country from September 18th to October 2nd. From fancy dress days, to bargain blowdry’s, cross training sessions to 80’s theme days – there’s plenty going on! There’s also a €10 gift card for every client* who avails of hairdressing services in any Peter Mark Salon during this time. To get in on the act, pop down to any of the Peter Mark salons in Cork where they will be hosting a range of fundraising activities in their salons, from hair shows, to cake sales, fancy dress to exclusive Sunday Blowdry Days, you would be mad to miss it.** All funds raised will go to Make-A-Wish Ireland. Make-A-Wish Ireland has been granting wishes to children between the ages of 3 and 18 with life-threatening medical conditions since 1992. The wishes bring a positive, often once in a lifetime, experience to a child and their families and offer a break from their daily, routine struggle with illness and treatment. Speaking about the initiative, Susan O’Dwyer, Chief Executive of the Make-A-Wish Ireland said, “We’re thrilled to partner

with Peter Mark in this activity. With the support of so many staff and clients, we hope to raise significant funds which will all go to making a difference to families all over Ireland”. Barry Dempsey, Managing Director, Peter Mark said, “This is a time of great celebration for all of us at Peter Mark. Reaching this milestone anniversary is of huge significance to our founders Peter and Mark Keaveney and to everyone who works at Peter Mark. What better way to acknowledge the event than by giving back to the communities that have supported us so brilliantly over the years”. He continued, “The whole Peter Mark team is 110% behind this partnership with Make-A-Wish, and we know our clients will get behind this initiative to really make a difference to the lives of these children”. To find out more about the Make-A-Wish Foundation, see www.makeawish.ie and to check your local Peter Mark salon, see www.petermark.ie or follow them on facebook at www.facebook.com/petermark

URBAN ACROBATICS: Freerunners Finch McKee, Diarmuid Dunne and •Cathal Danagher who are part of a local freerunning group ‘Airbound’ perform on the promenade in Cobh, Co Cork on Saturday. Freerunning involves the use of urban landscape to perform movements through its structures.


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Winter Maintenance Grant increased by €1.25 million Cork South Central Fine Gael TD Jerry Buttimer has welcomed a 12.5% increase in the Winter Maintenance Grant.Deputy Buttimer said “the increase in the Winter Maintenance Grant will assist local authorities in keeping important roads clear during the winter months. The extra funding has been made possible by savings made in the Department of Transport. As well as the additional funding the savings made have also helped purchase 60,000 tonnes of salt on top of the supplies purchased separately by the National Roads Authority. “Cork City will receive €48,534 and Cork County will get almost €1.3 million, an increase of €161,694, in the Winter Maintenance Grant. This funding will help to cover the cost of purchasing, transporting, storing and spreading salt, and other works associated with extreme weather conditions. “Over the last few winters we have experienced harsh conditions which made some roads impassable. The announcement by Minister Varadkar of the increased Winter Maintenance Grant, nationally from €10 million to €11.25 million, will help in ensuring that we are more prepared for harsh weather conditions this winter.”

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Cullen Lynch with his All Ireland medal winning 1500m team mates Liam •Hennessy and Ian Hartnett

Douglas Community SchoolDouglas Community School athlete Cullen Lynch rounded off a superb year by winning the All Ireland Clubs u19 1500m title on the track in July. Cullen has been improving steadily over the past few years ever since he started athletics in the school 5 years ago. His All Ireland win this summer was a huge step up in his career and one that puts him on the radar of some collegiate coaches. Cullen was also the captain of the schools senior cross-country team that had a famous victory over the mighty St Malachys College Belfast in March at the All Ireland Schools Cross-Country championships and also finished 4th in the All Ireland Schools Senior 1500m in June. All at the school would like to congratulate him on his superb achievement.

COFFEE MORNING in aid of IRISH MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE ASSOCIATIONVenue - Douglas ICA Hall, Church Street, Douglas On Saturday 17th September at 10.30am to 12.30pm. 5 Euro entrance fee includes raffle ticket for Hamper.

Douglas Community AssociationPICNIC IN THE PARKOn Sunday, 18th September, the Douglas Community Association

(DCA) will host a picnic in the Community Park from 1-3 p.m. as part of Street and Community Festivals which encourage people across the country to enjoy a social time with their Community neighbours. Organised jointly by DCA and Douglas Tidy Towns, it is hoped that activities will include the following for children:-Fancy DressDancingFace Paintingand other entertainment.The army will provide tables and chairs – so make up your picnic baskets and join in the fun. The Park is ideal for picnics and of course there is the wonderful playground for children up to 13 years. There will be some soft drinks given out for free – sponsored by Pepsi. Douglas Village Shopping Centre is supporting us as are the businesses in Douglas and Grange. There will be a Barbeque Vendor selling burgers, organic sausages etc. There will also be music – let’s keep fingers crossed for good weather! This is the second year of our Picnic in the Park and the purpose is to build on the strength of the community in Douglas and the surrounding area and to get to know how and where we can help neighbours and friends and this event, we hope, will further help to make Douglas a strong and cohesive community.

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Culture Night at Lifetime LabTheatre, music and performance art are combined by a volunteer cast and crew for a sensational family event during Culture Night at Lifetime Lab on September 23rd. The specially commissioned show will repeat every 45 minutes and integrate scripted site specific drama with improvised performance and music while recreating the trials and tribulations of former waterworks employees. Culture Night at Lifetime Lab runs from 5.00pm to 9.00pm and shows repeat every 45 minutes but you may join the ongoing performance at any time. There are musicians, art exhibits, short films and the regular exhibits at Lifetime Lab to be enjoyed if you wish to stay longer. Culture Night at Lifetime Lab runs on Friday 23th September from 5pm to 9pm. Audience members can avail of the free culture night bus red route which will depart from City Hall to the Lee Road.

LifeFM’s ‘The Traveller’s Voice: An Irish Traveller’s Perspective’Cork’s 93.1 Life FM invites you to tune in to ‘The Traveller’s Voice: An Irish Traveller’s Perspective’, a new ground breaking radio

documentary airing from Thursday 1st September - 17th November @ 3.30pm and repeated every Saturday @ 4.30pm from 3rd September - 19th November. This unique documentary is a series of twelve, one hour programmes that focuses on the life and culture of Travellers in Ireland and takes a look behind the history of the world of Travellers. The programmes contain conversations with people from the Travelling Community, in a free flowing, true reflection of the various topics that are central to their lives. Travellers will explain how they view their place in society and how they manage in a working environment. Coffee Morning for those Bereaved or Affected by Suicide First Tuesday of every month @ 10.30 - !2am in The Boardwalk, Lapps Quay Cork City. Teas Coffee and scones are complementary. All are welcome and you may bring spouse, sibling or friend/s. The coming together of those similarly bereaved can offer the opportunity to gain strength and understanding from individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one through suicide. For more information please do not hesitate to contact Collette on 087/2750355 or Brigit on 087/6310482

(L-R) Cian O’Neill and Darragh O’Regan, part of the Rebel Wheelers •Group at the start of the Rebel Tour cycle 2011 on Grand Parade, Cork on Saturday.


(left to right)Artist Frank McGrath and Orla Flynn, Principle of The •Crawford Gallery of Art and Design attending this year’s Fledglings exhibition, featuring work from a selection of recent graduates of the Crawford College of Art and Design in the Lavit Gallery. For many of these recent graduates and students it is their first opportunity to show work in a professional gallery setting. Thirteen artists will be participating in this year’s exhibition.

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Community Comes Together in RemembranceThe event was organised by Breaking The Silence to mark World Suicide Prevention Day and took place at the Sirius Arts Centre, Cobh. Breaking The Silence also wanted to give Community members the opportunity to listen to a range of speakers on the evening around the subject of Suicide which included Minister of State for Disability, Equality, Mental Health and Older People Kathleen Lynch, Cork Senior Football Team Manager Conor Counihan, Cobh Town Mayor Jim Quinlan, Evelyn McGrath of Cumann Na Daoine Youghal and members of Breaking The Silence Jimmy Losty and John Mansworth. Minister Lynch spoke of the importance of completing Suicide Intervention and Prevention training, namely the ASIST and Safe Talk Programmes. Cobh Town Mayor Jim Quinlan spoke very passionately of the importance of groups like Breaking The Silence as being a “beacon of light” in what is a very challenging area for us all and pledged that

Cobh Town Council would be delighted to help the Group in any possible way. Conor Counihan was also very positive around completing Suicide Intervention and Prevention training which his squad have all completed. John Mansworth thanked everybody who had supported the group to date and encouraged people to consider the training at some point in the future. The night also included the singing of “Let’s Break The Silence” an inspiring piece of music written for Breaking The Silence by local song writer and secondary school teacher Marion Horgan. Caroline also sang during the candle vigil which was a beautiful addition to the atmosphere on the evening. Breaking The Silence would like to thank everybody who attended the evening especially friends and families who have been affected by Suicide. For details on upcoming courses (all are free of charge) you can check out our facebook page “Breaking The Silence Cobh” or email [email protected]

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Now that we no longer have to wonder what’s happening at the World Trade Center site. After years of delays and stagnation, construction is moving forward at a hectic pace, as 3,500 workers each day build two skyscrapers, a train station, a memorial and a museum.With the opening of the eight-acre 9/11 Memorial , we saw enormous waterfalls thundering down into pools marking the footprint of the original Twin Towers, all surrounded by bronze panels inscribed with the victims’ names. More than 225 swamp white oak trees cast their shadow on the expansive memorial plaza, and visitors can tilt their heads to see the top of the still-rising One World Trade Center. Noel O’Callaghan of Douglas, sent us this poem:

The New World Trade CentreIt’s the tenth AnniversaryOf that infamous attack

And New York CityHas now bounced back

They cleared the siteFor the structure

Of a new designedWorld Trade Centre

Out of the ashesA new tower has emerged

In memory of allThe people who perished

To boost the moraleOf the citizens of America

To show their defianceAgainst the fanatical Al Qaeda

For the world to seeJust how they feel

The have the courage And have the zeal.

Noel O’Callaghan

Send your poem to ‘The Poetry Corner’ / Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas or you can email it direct to [email protected]. If possible keep your poem to 20 lines. You may choose any subject you like, in any form you like as long as it’s original. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Writers Group MeetingsDouglas Junior Writers Group - Douglas Library Thursday 15th September at 5.30.PMBallinlough Writers - John O’Sullivan’s (Douglas) Fri 16th September at 5.30 PMBishopstown Writers- Bishopstown Library – Mon 26th Sept at 3.PMDouglas Writers Group, - Friday the 14th October John O’Sullivan’s, Boardroom at 5.30 pmÓ Bhéal – Open mic every Mon at The Hayloft (upstairs at The Long Valley), Winthrop Street

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City Library EventsFree Events. All WelcomeFriday September 30Johnny Bongos, Free Percussion Workshop. Bring your own

Bodhráns, Bones and Spoons etc. at The Rory Gallagher Music Library at 1 p.mSaturday October 1Barry Gleeson ‘The Songs of James Joyce’ at The Rory Gallagher Music Library at 12 noonJohn Maguire and Roy Bailey ‘Songs & Stories for Children’ at The Children’s Library at 3 p.mMonday October 3Tomás Ó Canainn ‘Remembering Sean Ó Riada: A Talk with Pipes’ at The Rory Gallagher Music Library at 1 p.m

The Chilean Ambassador to Ireland Leonel Searle signing the visitors book •during his courtesy visit to the Lord Mayor Cllr. Terry Shannon at the City Hall, Cork.

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Cllr Kieran McCarthy

Exhibitions on the History of Cork City HallOne of the most splendid buildings of Cork is Cork City Hall. The current structure, replaced the old City Hall, which was destroyed in the ‘burning of Cork’ in 1920. It was designed by Architects Alfred Jones and Stephen Kelly and built by the Cork company Sisks. The foundation stone was laid by Eamonn DeValera, President of the Executive Council of the State on the 9th July, 1932. The first council meeting was held in City Hall on the 24th April 1935. Celebrating its 75th anniversary this September, the building was formerly opened by Eamonn DeValera on 8th September, 1936. The building is designed on classic lines to harmonise with the examples of eighteenth and nineteenth century architecture. The facades are of beautiful silver limestone from the Little Island quarries. To mark the 75th anniversary of the official opening of Cork City Hall, Cllr Kieran McCarthy has compiled a small exhibition entitled Rebuilding Cork City Hall, 1920-1936. It is on display till the 25th September in the foyer of the new building. A second exhibition on the 1930s design and plan of Cork City Hall has been compiled by Cork City and County Archives and this is on display outside the Council Chamber.

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Some of the residents and organizers of the South Douglas Road •Willow Park Community Summer Festival

Water Babies....cousins Alix Carey from Ballinlough and Kim Carey from •Blackrock enjoying the sea on Inch Beach, Co. Kerry yest.

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Lady Mayoress Charity Coffee MorningThe Lady Mayoress, Ursula Shannon invites you and your friends to participate in a coffee morning. All proceeds in aid of Marymount Hospice. The coffee morning takes place on Thursday 15th of September 2011 from 10am to 12.30pm in the Millennium Hall, City Hall (entrance from McSwiney Quay). Blackrock community associationWe had a great trip to Kilkenny recently we went to the Castle for Lunch, on to New Ross to Dunbrody Famine Ship it was very well done by a group on actresses and our Ladies enjoyed it, we finished our Day at Lawlors Hotel in Dungarvan for our Dinner and a really good Dance and sang all the way home great Day had by all.Our Ceili Na Carraige Duibhe finished this week as the evenings are closing in, but it was a great success enjoyed by all young and old we are looking forward to next year please God .Thank you to all who helped to make it such a success.Our Registration Date Monday 5th September 2 -4pm and 7 -8pmCost €15 per member for the

year.Monday Dance and exercise 10am-12noonCrafts 2 30pm 4 30pm Set Dancing 8 30pm-10pmTuesday Art with Elaine Coakley 2pm-4pmIrish Dancing Classes for Children 4 15pm-5 15pmTai Chi 7 30pm-8 30pmWednesday Dance and exercise 10am-12noonCrochet 2 30pm-4 30pmThursday Yoga 2 30pm-4pm for 4 weeks and will be followed by Nutrition classes 2 30pm- 4pm for 3 weeksFlower Arranging 7 30pm- 9 30pm on the 24th November and 1st 8th 15th DecemberCome and join us for our Autumn Classes .We will have some Social Evenings as well .Contact Martha 0871253157 Irene 0876122007

MAHON FAMILY RESOURCE CENTREClasses for Mother and Baby.The Parents Programme had recommenced at Mahon Family Resource Centre.If you are a parent of young Children and are interested in any of the following courses:Ø Baby MassageØ Mother and BabyØ PilatesØ Parent and Toddler Group

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If 2011 has been the lucky year when your partner has finally popped the question then an initial period of joy has probably given way to thoughts of how you will plan your big day. Whether you’re stuck for ideas or have the perfect vision of the day, a look at our wedding feature will be sure to inspire. Let the countdown to your big day begin here, solving your wedding day dilemmas with hotel choices from the superb Innishannon House Hotel with its beautiful settings, to the magical Ballyvolane Country House or the very picturesque Blarney Golf Resort.While brides-to-be can choose their favourite wedding dresses, bridesmaid and mother-of-the-bride outfits from mainstream brands at Hannon’s of Castleisland or locally at Verso in Douglas Village Shopping Centre or Karla’s Boutique in East Village. To make your special day a floral experience, then look no further than Fab Flowers in East Douglas while no wedding day would be complete without the award winning photography of O’Brien’s Photographic Studios whose care and attention to detail has stood the test of time when it comes to ‘fine wedding photography’. We hope that our wedding feature and our advertisers help you in some of the significant choices you will make regarding your big day.

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Here are a few pointers when purchasing your outfit for that special day. This should be a fun time for any mother so make it a day out. Give yourself plenty of time have no other appointment on the day. Flick through a few Wedding Magazines. It’s a great way to pick up a few ideas. Keep an opened mind. Don’t shop looking for a certain colour or style as this limits your choice. Know your body shape. Ask the assistant what would suit. Most assistants working in occasional wear are trained on what would suits what shape.Suiting your body shape is one of the most important parts of purchasing your outfit. Don’t be afraid to ask for help and advice. Bring a close friend or family member they will know your personality and make you feel at ease. One or two people is plenty, too many can be very over powering with a lot of different opinions. Bring a few outfits to the dressing room even if you think you would never wear a particular style it’s important to try them on as you can not judge on a hanger

what will suit. If you feel good in something ask the assistant to accessorise with headwear jewellery and bag hold it aside and try on the rest. Make sure your makeup artist knows what colour you are wearing and she will give you the best advice on nail varnish and eye shadow. Bring your headwear to the hairdresser the morning of the wedding as she will secure it and place it properly on your head. Make sure you feel comfortable in the outfit, it is very important on the wedding day that you feel good in what you are wearing. You shouldn’t have to think about the outfit you have spent enough time doing that. Its now time to have fun wearing it…

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Health & Beauty

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Ask the Pharmacistwith Garvan J. Lynch B.Sc.N.U.I. B.Sc. Chem. G.R.S.C. B.Sc. Pharm. M.P.S.I. M.R.Pharm.S. of Lynchs Pharmacy

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Doctor of Chiropractic - Registered Nutritional Consultant Practitioner

In last week’s article, I shared two strategies to maximise your energy potential. This week I am going to share with you one more very important but often misunderstood strategy. Do you know that the oils and fats that we consume have a huge impact on how our body functions? Most of us know to increase omega-3 foods in our diet, but equally important is to decrease omega-6 foods.The ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 in prehistoric humans was about 1:1. The ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 in some industrialized countries is estimated to be 9-fold higher than optimal. This can result in dangerous levels of inflammation in the body. The higher the tissue level of pro-inflammatory omega-6, the greater is the risk of heart disease. To decrease this risk and find more energy, the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 must be optimised. This is a two-fold strategy. You can increase the anti-inflammatory omega-3 fats by eating foods like flax seeds, chia seeds, mackerel, and wild salmon. You can decrease your omega-6 intake by eliminating

omega-6 rich oils – safflower, grape seed, sunflower, corn, and soybean. Additionally, corn and soybean oil are also often genetically modified (GM). You can also decrease omega-6 intake by avoiding deep-fried foods, dramatically reducing processed foods (as these foods are often loaded with omega-6 oils), changing your cooking oil to a high-quality organic coconut oil, and by making your own salad dressings from high-quality organic olive oil.High-fat meat and high-fat dairy are rich in omega-6. If you choose to eat red meats, your best choice is grass-fed organic beef, goat and lamb. Choose organic flax fed chicken eggs over other eggs. These have a more favorable fatty acid profile. The healthiest way to consume dietary fats is via whole foods, not an oil or supplement. Learn more strategies by attending my wellness presentation, “Creating Boundless Energy” on Wed. Sept. 21st, 2011 @ 7:00pm. Reserve your free seat today by calling 021-436-0009. (Note: Limited seating available)

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PsoriasisPsoriasis is a common skin disease that affects the life cycle of skin cells. Psoriasis causes cells to build up rapidly on the surface of the skin, forming thick silvery scales and itchy, dry, red patches that are sometimes painful.Psoriasis is a persistent, long-lasting (chronic) disease. You may have periods when your psoriasis symp-toms improve or go into remission alternating with times your psoriasis worsens.

SymptomsPsoriasis signs and symptoms can vary from person to person but may include one or more of the follow-

ing:Red patches of skin covered with silvery scalesSmall scaling spots (commonly seen in children)Dry, cracked skin that may bleedItching, burning or sorenessThickened, pitted or ridged nailsSwollen and stiff jointsPsoriasis patches can range from a few spots of dandruff-like scaling to major eruptions that cover large ar-eas. Mild cases of psoriasis may be a nuisance. But more severe cases can be painful, disfiguring and disa-bling.

CausesThe cause of psoriasis is related to the immune system, and more specifically, a type of white blood

cell called a T lymphocyte or T cell. Normally, T cells travel throughout the body to detect and fight off foreign substances, such as viruses or bacteria. If you have psoriasis, however, the T cells attack healthy skin cells by mistake as if to heal a wound or to fight an infection.Psoriasis treatments aim to:Interrupt the cycle that causes an increased production of skin cells, thereby reducing inflammation and plaque formation.Remove scale and smooth the skin, which is particularly true of topical treatments that you apply to your skin.Psoriasis treatments can be divided into three main types: topical treat-ments, light therapy and oral medi-cations.

Lifestyle remediesAlthough self-help measures won't cure psoriasis, they may help im-prove the appearance and feel of damaged skin. These measures may benefit you:Take daily baths.Use moisturizer. Cover the affected areas overnight. Expose your skin to small amounts of sunlight. Apply medicated cream or oint-ment. Avoid psoriasis triggers, if possible. Avoid drinking alcohol.

For more information on living with psoriasis, call Garvan at Lynch’s pharmacy, Douglas on 4366923.

Home & Garden

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Flower GardenFinish clearing summer bedding, stir in general fertiliser and level the ground. Start planting out spring flowers in showery weather, or water thoroughly after planting. Cut back exhausted herbaceous perennials, and divide overcrowded plants. Finish planting daffodils, and start on crocus, fritillaries and other smaller bulbs. Start planting evergreen shrubs and trees. Pull up exhausted hardy annuals; collect any seeds or scatter where plants

were growing. Dismantle window box and container displays ready to replant with spring bedding and bulbs. Sow antirrhinums in a cold frame: sow some direct in

Garden Competition Congratulations to this weeks Garden winner Jeffrey Linehane of Maryborough Ridge. Jeffrey wins a 50 Euro voucher from Kiernans Garden Centre, Douglas Court. Our Summer Gardening Competition is coming to an end. But you can still win a prize every week from “Now” to the end of September. If your garden or any part of your garden is blooming, or just looking good, why not lets us have a photo. We would love to print it. If you have a neighbor with a nice garden who might be a bit shy, why not take a photo for them. Send your photo to Gardening, Douglas Post, Morris House, Douglas. Cork . Or email to [email protected]

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GArDENING - Things to do This WeekYou've got to put your back into the work you want to do and put up with the part of it that is a bore for you. You've got to do the drudgery and make the sacrifice. For success in any garden you've got to pay the price. Plan for the spring and plant lots of spring bulbs. As usual we try to give you a few ideas on what might need doing in your garden this week. Not everything in this article may apply to your garden - but there might be something, if not this week maybe next week.

alkaline free draining sites such as stone wall crevices. Stop deadheading calendulas and leave remaining seed heads to produce early-flowering seedlings. Arrange the dead foliage of peonies over their crowns to protect young shoots from spring frosts. Kitchen GardenTest apples and pears regularly for pricking and storing. Pot up parsley plants for use indoors over winter. Sow angelica in a seedbed now, and transplant best seedlings next spring. Earth up Brussels sprouts or stake stems if they are becoming top-heavy. Lawns & HedgesStart planting evergreen and conifer hedges. Cut new lawns when about 5cm (2in) high,

and then leave until next spring. Plant drought - and shade-tolerant ornithogalums, bluebells and chionodoxas at the base of hedges. In GeneralMake sure all tender plants, or divisions of them, are safely undercover. Drain !

Congratulations to his weeks •Garden Winner Jeffrey Linehane of Maryborough Ridge

A previous garden winner Noel •Mullan Passage West

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West LinkCOMMUNITY NEWS


The Clonakilty Hunger Strike Commemoration CommitteeThe Clonakilty Hunger Strike Commemoration Committee, who have marked the thirtieth anniversaries of each hunger striker from 1981, will dedicate a weekend to hunger strikers on 24 and 25 September. On Saturday 24 September, there will be an exhibition and talk by Danny Morrison, a key figure outside the prison during the 1981 hunger strikes. This year marks the thirtieth anniversary of the 1981 hunger strikes when ten men died on a protest of last resort. Twelve other Irishmen died on hunger strike between 1917 and 1981. Now, for the first time, the stories of the hunger strikers are chronicled in one book, bringing to light previously hidden histories.Barry Flynn’s Pawns in the Game – Irish Hunger Strikes 1912–1981 (The Collins Press, price €12.99) teases out the tangled mesh of the politics and psychology of those who adopted this radical protest and those who allowed them to die. It is a story of fanaticism, pride and injustice, and the indifference of former comrades when power in the Dáil beckoned.

Carrigaline Community NewsLEARN TRADITIONAL MUSICBeginners who may wish to learn Traditional Irish Music are welcome to enroll for classes run by Douglas Comhaltas Ceoltoiri Éireann in Gaelscoil na Dúglaise this Wednesday 14th September between 6.00pm and 8.0pm. All traditional instruments are catered for with dedicated teachers for each instrument. Comhaltas cater for all age groups and all standards. Improvers and experienced musicians are also welcome to join Comhaltas. Last Wednesday over 100 existing members re enrolled for classes. Enquiries Aislinn 087 9699 488 021 437 2035

CÉILÍ MÓRThe five piece Swallows Tail Céilí Band from the Sligo Mayo borders played fabulous dance music for the September Céili Mór in Carrigaline GAA on Saturday night last. The excitement lasted until the last note of the night with the crowd looking for more. Next month’s Céilí Mór date in Carrigaline is on Saturday 8th October when the 10 Allow Céilí Band make a return visit. SET DANCE CLASSESThe Set and Céilí dance classes resume in the Carrigaline GAA Pavilion on the Crosshaven Road this Thursday evening from 9.00pm until 11.00pm. There is no need to bring a partner you can come on your own. Enquiries Fionán 087 813 7990Art Classes CarrigalineBy Artist Mary Murphy, Nat Deg. in Fas., H. Dip. in Ed., LSDI www.marymurphy.weebly.com Drawing. Techniques • Oils

• Watercolours • Acrylics Pyrography • Silkpainting & Batik • Lino Cutting, Handmade Paper • Bodycasting • Candlemaking · Portraiture Life Drawing · Ceramics • Paper Mache.ALL MATERIALS supplied. Enjoy small classes and get individual attention in a creative vibrant space. Explore self expression, over a ten week period, in a relaxed and intimate course. Classes include discussion / info on/ Art Movements (Art Bingo for kids ) & info on current exhibitions, in the region. Students of all abilities can work at their own pace, in a lively kenetic spaceContact Mary Murphy 086 3220336 An 0ige Adult Swimming ClubAn 0ige Adult Swimming Club Celebrating 10 Years meet every Thur. Sept. - July @ 9.30pm. in the An Carrig Health & Leisure Club Carrigaline Members €3,Guests €5 per. Night. Thur. 15 Sep. Gym night @ 8.30pm. followed by swim @ 9.30pm. New members welcome. www.anoige.ie Michael mob.0872717897

Colour is MagicAn activity group for Pre-School Children (Parent / Guardian supervision essential). A morning of painting, sticky time, playdough, crafts, playtime, singing & dancing, refreshments Carrigaline Community Complex. Every Wed 10.00am -11.15am (Price 8 Euro per child, additional Children 6 Euro).No need to book, just turn up Contact Sinead. 021 4832060 086 062 7192

(left to right)Elanora Taylor, Solicitor, Colette Quinn, Real Insights and •Yvonne Barry, DMB + Co at the first Network Cork meeting after the summer break in the Maryborough House Hotel.

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Exclusive Preview of the New CivicThe new Honda Civic will be launched tomorrow at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA). Honda has released the first exclusive photos of the new Civic. Designed and developed specifically for the European market, the new Civic will be offered as a five-door hatchback

and will compete in the C-segment. It will reach European showrooms in early 2012. The designers of the new Civic wanted to keep the sporty and advanced elements of the car's character but tailor them to express the new model's even more elegant yet dynamic feel.

Sources of inspiration included a ‘blended wing body' aeroplane in which the fuselage and wings blend into a single body for superior aerodynamic p e r f o r m a n c e , quietness and habitability. Nearly all of the body components have been redesigned on the new Civic with particular focus on ride and handling, reduced CO2 emissions, interior quality, while preserving the class-leading cabin and boot space and flexible practicality. Find out more by watching the short film releases detailing the car's development. The films are hosted on an interactive media player you can easily download films and images or even embed the whole player in your site. http://multivu.com/players/English/51356-honda-motor-europe/

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Young @ Heartby Phil Goodman

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Unique OpportunitySuperbly located fully serviced 1/2 acre site with full planning permission. The site has spectacular views of Cork Harbour which must be seen to be appreciated. Two only sites available in this once off gem on Old Church Road, Passage West. Guide €179,000 Phone William Hunter 086 2223288

ThanksgivingNovena to the Sacred Heart

Dear heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours

This time I ask you this very special one mention favour

Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your own broken heart

Where your father sees it then in his merciful eyes it will become your

Favour not mine Amen say this prayer for three days promise

publication

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The Miracle PrayerDear Heart of Jesus,in the past I have asked for many favours

This time I ask for a special one (mention favour).

Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it within your own

Broken Heart where your father sees it.Then in his merciful

Eyes it will become your favour not mine Amen

Say this prayer for 3 days promise publication and prayer

And favour will be granted no matter how impossible

Never known to fail thanksgiving for wonderful favour

Received - PoM

Our thanks to the Lord Mayor Cllr Terry Shannon and Lady Mayoress Ursala for hosting a civic reception in City Hall for the young at heart. It was a very special occasion and enjoyed by all. As accommodation is so expensive for young people, student nurses, teachers and students all find that accommodation is one of the biggest problems. “Homeshare” is a new company which offers a service that is simple and affordable for people who feel vulnerable or isolated and need help or just companionship around the home. Carefully selected home sharers can assist in areas such as cleaning, laundry, gardening as well as providing friendship and security. Homeshare is the exchange of housing for help in the home. A householder typically an older person with a spare room offers free or low cost accommodation to another for an agreed level of support. Homeshare was originally set up to benefit older people who need support to live independently and gives families reassurance that their loved one has somebody in the house looking after their welfare and can also delay the cost of expensive residential care.

It is new in Ireland, but already very successful in the UK and America.The Autumn/Winter programme of events is varied. Our main function is getting people together to learn new skills and keeping our minds and bodies alert. Social gatherings are very beneficial in reducing loneliness and isolation, also having something to look forward to. There are painting classes, computers, Tai-Chi, bingo, indoor bowls, social dancing and outings; these also help build solidarity and friendships. For all those Daniel O’ Donnell fans he is in Killarney in the INEC in August 2012, I know, I know what you are saying “is she gone mad thinking that far ahead”, well if you want to see Daniel you will have to book your tickets before the end of September as they are selling really fast. Tickets are 44 - 50 euros, and it will be an overnight stay in the Gleneagle hotel in Killarney.Not as far away is the young at heart Mediterranean cruise that is on May 5th 2012, the annual Christmas party is on the 4th of December in the Rochestown park, Christmas party 13th December St Columbas hall, and the naval

base Christmas party on the 6th of December. “You won’t want to see turkey and ham for a long time after all them”. For more info contact me on 4363867.

Up-coming eventsCare-ring, Mondays 2-4 in the community center.Painting for beginners, Mondays 2-4 in the GAA hall.Knitting, Tuesdays 2:30-4:00 in Douglas village shopping center.Bingo, Wednesdays 2:30-4:00 in

Lion house.Computers for beginners, every Wednesday.Tai-Chi, 10:30-12:00 in the Library.October 4th, visit to Dail Eireann.

Cherish your yesterdays,Dream your Tomorrows,But be young at heart,And live your today’s.

Bye for now,Phil.

Con Reen with the Lord Mayor at the Young at Heart Civic Reception•

Clem Collins signing •the Visitors Book at the Young at Heart Civic Reception

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GiG GuideThursday 15 September 2011

Fionn Regan 9pm, The PavilionChris Thile & Michael Daves 9pm, Triskel ChristchurchRouge 9pm, The RoundyTrad 9.30pm, Charlie’sThe Pine Hill Haints 11.30pm, Crane LaneThe Critters SinÉ

Friday 16 September 2011Koubas 8.30pm, Crane LaneArt Crimes + DJ 9pm, The RoundyWiggle 10pm, The PavilionHank Wedel 10.30pm, The Welcome InnRed Herrings 10.30pm, Charlie’sHot Fuss ReardensRumbleshack Mr. Bradley’s

Saturday 17 September 2011Iarla Ó’Lionáird 8pm, Triskel ChristchurchThe OBCD 8.30pm, Crane LaneSynergy 10.30pm, The Welcome InnG.I.M.P. 10.30pm, Charlie’sThe Wall St. Thieves Schooner Bar, WhitegatePaddy Mulcahy & Band Mr. Bradley’s

Sunday 18 September 2011Trad 3pm, Charlie’sThe Vandles 7pm, The Welcome InnPete Courtney 11.30pm, Crane LaneThe Kilkennys Reardens

This weekend at the City Limits, Will E Robo will take to the stage on both Friday and Saturday night. Doors are 20:30 and tickets are €16. Animated, energetic, charismatic, and hysterical are just a few words that describe America’s unique, award winningcomedy talent Will-E Robo. Billed as P’diddy’s No.1 Bad boy of comedy (the U.S. HBO tv series,)Will is a universal comedian, overflowing with energy, combining his hilarious story-telling abilities with amazing sound effects. In the US Will has received the Flip Wilson Award for Best Original Act, has an impressive television resume, including numerous appearances at The Apollo, winning six times. He has also appeared twice on both BET’s Comic View and Russell Simmons Def Comedy Jam. Most memorable are his appearances on P. Diddy’s Bad Boys of Comedy, (2005 & 2007).Coldplay fans are in for a surprise this week with the news that pop queen Rihanna makes a guest appearance on their upcoming fifth album Mylo Xyloto. Rihanna appears on a track called Princess of China. Chris Martin told The Sun: "The album is designed as a whole piece. It has boy and girl lead characters and top of our list for the girl part was Rihanna... but it took a while to pluck up the courage to ask her.""She has such an amazing voice and it's so different to mine. When the vocal happened I thought 'Wow, you sound different' but I think that's also because she was singing a different song to what we are

used to hearing from her and it is written by a bloke from Devon", continued Martin.Michael Pedicone, the drummer who was fired by My Chemical Romance recently, has released a statement giving his side of the story concerning his abrupt departure from the band, saying that rumours on the internet as to the reasons for his dismissal are off the mark and incorrect. He said to press: "Almost as soon as I began touring with MCR I ran into problems with a member of the band's crew who I'll not name. The problems were many, big and small, but some of them were large enough that they began to greatly impact me and, by extension, my family. I'd reached my wits' end, and I made what was certainly the poorest decision of my life. Rather than address the issues that I had with the crew member in an open and honest manner, I tried to make them look irresponsible. My intention was to make this person look incompetent."Pedicone then went on to say that he had no intention of profiting from the theft but, somewhat interestingly, didn't reveal what it was that he had stolen.One Direction may have only just unleashed their debut single on the charts, but the lads have confessed they are already loving their new found fame.The boyband, who finished third on The X Factor last year, have already smashed download pre-order records with their first track, What Makes You Beautiful, but they insist they are still five ordinary

young men. Speaking of their success and growing fan base, member Zayn Malik told press: "We’re five normal lads, we’re not massively ripped, we don’t have amazing bodies and we freely admit we can’t dance,”He continued: "We had a girl who flew from Australia to America on her birthday just to meet us at the airport. Now that’s utter dedication. It’s unbelievable really.”Niall Horan agreed: "You start to recognise the same girls because they turn up wherever we are, although there have been a few new ones recently. I’ve noticed a load from France. Maybe it’s their school holidays or something.”

When asked about the comparisons between 1D and legends The Beatles, Harry Styles stated: "Comparing us to The Beatles is ridiculous. We’re not exactly going to be complaining if we come second to them in the charts...”Louis Tomlinson added: "We know we are living the dream and I don’t know if it will ever properly sink in. It’s such a dramatic change from what our lives were before and I can’t see it ever getting normal."“When we go home to see friends, we are around people who aren’t living the same life as us, so it’s still weird. But if any of us does start to take themselves a bit too seriously they’ll be getting a slap from the rest of the band to keep him in check.”

Sport

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G.A.A. FOCUSSnippets from the Local and National SceneBy Pat Harrington

Kilkenny vs. TipperaryPrior to this game my fancy was for a Tipperary victory. Up to 8 out of 10 people I spoke to went for Kilkenny. All the television pundits chose the Cats with the exception of Michael Duignan.Was this the classic we expected? No, but in particular the Kilkenny defence produced an awesome performance, they were akin to men possessed. Should someone have predicted prior to the game that Lar Corbett and Eoin Kelly would be held scoreless from play he would surely be branded a heretic. Kilkenny mixed their play well and hurled a share of short ball. In contrast Tipperary overdid the short passing and were guilty of some very poor decisions.Whilst one wondered if the Noresiders were fielding some over-the-hill players, on the day they sent out a serious warning to any county who may be considered pretenders to their throne. Physically and mentally The Cats put the lads from the Premier County back in their box. Currently Kilkenny are undoubtedly the Man U. of the hurling world. Some say the game has become too physical – perhaps it has. Still, as I’ve stated in this column recently Kilkenny are the benchmark. It is up to the other counties to match them on championship day. Forget about the National League, winning the Liam McCarthy Cup is the pinnacle of hurling success.Bookies’ Birds Eye ViewAt this point Tipp and Kilkenny are, at 11/8 joint favourites for 2012. Dublin is quoted 9/1 with Cork and Galway at 10/1.

Street LeaguesLast week on arrival at the pitch somewhat early for the Street Leagues, I was asked to help out

with the under 5 football. At this

stage the training is about catching

and kicking. The participants

reminded me of the old adage

about Browne’s cows, as together

they all chased the one ball. The

scene is of pure innocence as some

aren’t quite sure if they should be

there at all. All at some stage are

looking to the sideline for some

form of approval from Mammy

or Daddy. Actually the parents

are more excited than their

fledglings. They are wondering

if they are watching a star in the

making and hoping perhaps to

hear some word of praise from

the coach. One young man is

heard to declare “Sure I know

how to do it”, upon which the

coach walks away scratching his

head in bewilderment. It’s really

a culture shock for some of the

children, particularly when they

are surrounded by six or seven of

their peers.

I’ll conclude here with a word to

the parents; continue to bringing

your children along, (please don’t

force them) but above all help

and encourage them at home by

kicking football with them when

the opportunity presents itself.

Practice will give them confidence

and make them better players. At

the end of the day it is all about

fun – never forget that.

Minor Premier Football

Well done to Douglas minor

premier footballers on their

victory in the championship semi-

final. The best of luck in the final

against Ballincollig on Sunday,

September 25th.

College Corinthians AFCSchoolboys SectionUnder 12 Premier Division Corinthian Boys 3 Ringmahon Rangers 1Corinthians started well and playing with a strong wind had most of the possession and created a number of good chances with Jaze Kabia and Mark Cronin combining well. Corinthians deservedly went ahead when Jaze Kabia converted after good work from Daniel O Donovan and Adam Gilbride. The Corinthians defence remained tight however with a few minutes to half time a good break from Ringmahon resulted in an equaliser to make things all square at half time. Against a strong wind in the second half Corinthians grew into the game and started playing good passing football this resulted in a good goal from Adam Coleman after good work from Niall Murphy and Colin O Mahony. Corinthians secured the game with a third goal from Conor Fagan finishing off a fine move with a great header. Conor Russell, Gerard O Mahony and Patrick Buckley played well.Under 13 Premier Division Corinthian Boys 2 1 Lakewood Ath. 0In very windy conditions Corinthians dominated the pay for long periods. Lakewoods defence were equal to the pressure and it was 2minutes into the second half before the deadlock was broken. Corinthian won a free 25yards out and it was Eoin Murphy who took the resonsibility to fire Corinthians into the lead. Bryan Hill followed up 10minutes later to put the game beyond Lakewood. Dylan Ward and Stephen Fox worked extremely hard to make significant contributions throughout the game. The back four of Alex Chandler, Ciaran Couch, James O'Donovan, James Holland with goalkeeper John Weir where outstanding to keep their second consecutive clean sheet of the season. There were also good performances from Eoin Davis, Mathew McAuliffe and Arseni Lamonov.

Under 14 Premier Division Carrigaline Utd. 0 Corinthian Boys 2Blustery conditions did not deter Corinthians from producing a superb performance away to Carrigaline, 2 goals from Colin O Brien proved the difference.The first goal came on 8 minutes when Colin O Brien stormed through from midfield passed to Harry Shanahan who’s return pass split the defence to an on running Colin who slotted it passed the Carrigaline keeper.Our second goal came when Bryan Cotter’s cross found Harry Shanahan, who passed to Colin O Brien just inside the penalty box who struck a superb shot to the top corner.Corinthians dominated the game from then on, with a superb performance from Alex O Driscoll. Mark O Leary, Dean Swords, Sean Desmond, played very well.Stephen Jermyn, Alex O Driscoll, (Jack Murray 55 mins) Mark O Leary, Sean Desmond, David O Regan (Mark O Regan 44 mins) Ross Welch, Keenan O Flynn, Bryan Cotter, Dean Swords (David Dalton half time) Harry Shanahan ( David Lynch 52 mins), Colin O BrienUnderage SectionOur Underage section which caters for the Under six to Under Eleven age Groups has resumed after the summer break. Individual Age Group training times for the new season are as follows,SaturdayUnder Six & Seven ( 2005 / 2006 ) - 12.30pm – 1.45pmUnder Eight ( 2004 ) – 12.30pm – 1.45pmUnder Nine ( 2003) - 4.30pm – 5.45pmSundayUnder Eleven ( 2001 ) - 10.00am – 11.30amUnder Ten (2002 ) - 11.30am – 1.00pmIf you would like to get involved with Corinthians, why not come along on Saturday or Sunday mornings or if you would like more information about the Club, contact Terry O’ Donovan @ 087 / 4181881

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