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Doing your driving test in Dungarvan? 

Learning to drive in Youghal or Dungarvan? 

Contact Eugene Kenneally, Ex-Tester. Car Available for test 

€30 per lesson Tel: 086 - 1793785 

ARE YOU PLANNING TO HAVE A FIRE IN YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS? 

FEW PEOPLE DO - BUT AT LEAST BE PREPARED FOR ONE! 

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CLEANERS 

Amber Filling Station (opposite Strand Church) 

Dry Cleaning, Laundry Service 

OPENING HOURS: 

Monday to Friday 9-6 - Saturday 9-3 

Tel: 024-93779 

THIS WEEK’S SPECIAL OFFER 

16 Sq.yds 8 mil Oak Laminate Flooring 

€150 including underlay 

Wishing all our customers and friends a Merry 

Christmas and a Peaceful New Year 

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Removal, Training & Data - Recovery, Qualified 

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Engineering Services & Planning Consultants. 

Main Street, Killeagh, Co. Cork. 

Planning Applications, Project & Site Supervision, House 

Surveys & Snag Lists. BER Certs and EPA Assessments 

Contact Anthony on: 024-95857. 

www.kenneallyrochford.com 

Absolute Flowers 

29 North Main St., Youghal. (Opp. AIB Bank) 

Fabulous Selection of Holly Wreaths, Door Swags, 

Silk & Fresh Christmas Arrangements 

NOW TAKING ORDERS 

FLOWERS FOR ALL OCCASIONS 

Late Opening Thurs 22nd Dec. & Fri 23rd Dec until 9pm 

Open Christmas Eve 24th Dec. until 3pm 

Re-Opening on Thursday 29th December. 

Tel: 024 - 91222 

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Please contact: Tom Meade, Killeagh 

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Kilnatoora Cleaning Services 

Domestic, Commercial, Daily & Industrial Cleaning 

Carpet Cleaning a Speciality - Complete Car Valeting 

24 Hour Emergency Cleaning, Fire & Flood Damage Specialists 

Tel 024 93040 

CON MCCARTHY 

HEATING CONTRACTOR 

BOILER SERVICE & REPAIRS 

Domestic: Oil and Solid Fuel Heating Systems including installation 

of stoves and fireplaces. 30 years experience 

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David Stanton TD 

Office: 29 St Mary's Road, Midleton Tel: 021-4632867 

Email: david.stanton@oireachtas.ie Website: www.stanton.ie 

"Please contact me if I can be of help to you in any way"

Inch Rovers Ladies Football Christmas 

Social at Killeagh Hall 

Inch Rovers U8 and U10 Girls 

Youghal Rotary Club Youth Leadership 

Competition Regional Finals 

Three Independent Interviewers recently interviewed the regional finalists 

at Youghal Rotary Club. Mallow Rotary Club, along with Youghal, Cork 

Douglas, Cork Bishopstown, Bandon, Glanmire and Cork City sent their 

club finalist to represent their club at Regional level in the Youth 

Leadership Competition. Successful candidates will make up a group of 

between 25 and 30 students nationally who get to travel to The Irish and 

Northern Irish Parliament before leaving to visit Strasbourg and the 

European Parliament. The students will be given an insight into the running 

and working of the European Parliament, they will get to sit in on 

sessions and they will get to field questions, take part in tours and meet 

some ministers.The finalists are chosen by each club following interviews 

at local school level and beating off strong competition. The students have 

the experience and benefit of an interviewing process and many students 

find this an invaluable benefit, preparing them for future interviews and 

jobopportunities. Youghal Rotary Club New Generations Committee have 

the highest praise for the participants, mentioning timekeeping and punctuality 

were well observed on the day. All students were interviewed independently 

and lunch was provided in the comfortable setting of the Red 

Store Restaurant, the regular meeting venue of the Youghal Rotary Club. 

Representing Glanmire Rotary Club was Aoife O'Donovan 

Representing Cork Rotary was Olivia Teahan 

Representing Cork Bishopstown was Niamh Murray 

Representing Youghal Rotary was Sarah Donoghue 

Representing Bandon Rotary Club was Gavin O'Driscoll 

Representing Cork Douglas Club was Kevin Twomey 

Representing Mallow Rotary was Aine Noonan. 

Inch Rovers U12 Girls who were runners-up in the East Cork Championship 

Sarah Donoghue who represented Youghal Rotary Club in the recent Youth 

Leadership Regional Finals 

Inch Rover U14 Team pictured with the East Cork Championship Cup won this 

year. 

'Harmony' is pleased to announce tht we have 

secured performance rights for Martin McDonagh's 

hilarious play 'The Cripple of Inishmaan' which we 

will stage in the Community Centre in May 2012. 

O’Mahony’s Tyre Centre 

Unit 2, Youghal Business Park, Youghal 

Tel: 023 20333 / 087 4139505 

Congratulations to Simon Prim from South Main Street, Youghal, who was conferred 

with a MA in Politics at University College Cork, on Tuesday 6 December 

2011. Simon Prim pictured with his parents Alan and Odile, sister Anna and Polly 

Barrett at the Winter Conferring Ceremonies 2011, University 

College Cork. 

Closed December 23rd to December 26th 

Business as usual 

Tues. 27th, Wed. 28th, Thurs. 29th & Fri. 30th 

Re-Open on Tuesday 3rd January 

Wishing all our customers and friends a 

Happy Christmas and Peaceful New Year 

Thanking you for your support during the year

BROOKES 

YOUGHAL TEL (024) 92279 

On behalf of Ken Brookes and all the management and staff in Brookes Super Valu we would like 

to take this opportunity to wish you all a very happy and peaceful Christmas and all the best for 

the New Year. Thank you for your support over the past year and we look forward 

to your continued custom in 2012. Once again a very happy Christmas to you all. 

REAL REWARDS - MONEY BACK, IT’S OUR WAY OF SAYING THANKS

BROOKES 

YOUGHAL TEL (024) 92279 

- CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS - SAT - CHRISTMAS EVE 7am - 6pm 

Friday Dec. 16th 8am - 9pm CHRISTMAS / ST. STEPHEN'S DAY CLOSED 

Saturday Dec. 17th 8am - 9pm Tuesday Dec. 27th 9am - 7pm 

Sunday Dec. 18th 9am - 8pm Wednesday Dec. 28th 8am - 9pm 

Monday Dec. 19th 8am - 10pm Thursday Dec. 29th 8am - 9pm 

Tuesday Dec. 20th 8am - 10pm Friday Dec. 30th 8am - 9pm 

Wednesday Dec. 21st 8am - 10pm SAT. NEW YEAR'S EVE 8am - 9pm 

Thursday Dec. 22nd 8am - 10pm SUN - NEW YEAR'S DAY 9am - 8pm 

Friday Dec. 23rd 8am - 10pm Monday Jan. 2nd 8am - 9pm

Cllr. Mary 

Linehan-Foley 

Mobile 086 8237905 

Would like to wish all her Constituents, 

Friends and Supporters a very Peaceful 

Christmas and a Prosperous New Year 

O’NEILLS 

Oil, Coal & Gas 

Tel 024 - 91930 

Wishing all our 

Customers and Friends a 

Merry Christmas and a 

Peaceful New Year. 

Youghal 

Credit Union 

Would Like To Wish Everyone 

A Happy Christmas 

Christmas Opening Hours 

Saturday Dec. 24th Closed 

Thursday Dec. 29th Open 

Friday Dec. 30th Open 

Tuesday Jan. 3rd. Open 

KENNEALLY, 

ROCHFORD & 

ASSOCIATES LTD. 

Main St. Killeagh, Co. Cork. 

Tel: 024 - 95857 

Wishing all my clients a very 

Happy Christmas and 

Peaceful New Year 

Happy Christmas 

to All 

our Customers from 

Tangled 

1, The Mall Youghal 

Tel: 024 91115 

Prop: Grainne Cronin 

Find us on Facebook 

A.I.B. 

North Main Street, Youghal 

Tel: 024 92016 

Wishing all our Customers 

and Friends a 

Happy Christmas and a 


Wm. Nevilles 

11 North Main St, Youghal 

024 92767 

Wishing all our customers a 

Merry Christmas and peace 

and happiness for the 

New Year 

GENESIS 

103 North Main St., Youghal 

Wishing all our customers and 

friends a Happy Christmas & 

Prosperous New Year 

Thanking you for your support 

during the year 

Gift Vouchers Available and Secure 

J.D.’s Pub 

(DOYLES) 

South Main Street 

Tel: 024 93011 

Colin & Marion wish all our 




Thank you for your support 

throughout the year 

PROPERTY TEAM 

NOEL MACKEY & SONS 

Auctioneers - Valuers - 

Property Consultants 

Noel, Brendan & Ellen would like to 

wish each and every one of you a very 

Merry Christmas & prosperity in the 

New Year. Call in to discuss some of our 

greatly reduced properties now on offer at 

North Main Street, Youghal - 

Tel: 024 92419/086 2461087. 

Friends of 

St Raphael’s 


Wish all those who supported 

them during 2011 a Happy 

Christmas and Peaceful New 

Year. 

See you all in 2012 

Please God. 

Committee 

Pak Fook Gardens 

- Chinese Restaurant - 

116 North Main Street, Youghal 

Telephone: 024-91770 or 91989 

Open Monday-Sunday 5.00pm - 11.30pm 

Lunch Special 

Thursday - Sunday 12.30pm - 2.30pm 

Takeaway and Delivery Service 

Tel: 024 90668 / 90669 Deliveries Start at 5pm 

Open 7 Days a Week 

Wishing all our Customers a Happy 

and Peaceful Christmas

Gortroe Bazaar 2011 

Trisha, Ben and Josh Sanders 

Mary Ahern and Carol O'Brien 

Chris Glavin and Margaret Deane 

Eden & Caroline Hickey 

Angela Connon and Mossie Lynch 

Anna O'Neill and Breeda Cronin 

Ciara O'Brien, Fiona Geary, Ruby Duane and Brid McCarthy 

Gortroe Choir who entertained the crowds with Christmas Carols

Mayor 

Eoin Coyne 

email:e-coyne@hotmail.com 

Tel 086 1085377 

Wishing all my Constituents 

and Friends a Happy 

Christmas and a Prosperous 

New Year. 

ALLURE 

BEAUTY SALON 

134 North Main Street 


Tel: 024 85919 

Wishing all our customers and 

friends a Merry Christmas and 


Go Wild 

with Hair Care 

Unit 2, River Gate Mall, Youghal 

024 20212 


and Friends a 



John Hickey 

Quality Meats 


Tel: 024 20707 

Wishing all my 



Prosperous New Year. 

Denis Broderick 

& Sons Ltd 

165, North Main St., Youghal 

Tel: 024 - 92705 | 93032 




Yawl Bay 

Seafood Ltd 

Foxhole Ind Est., Youghal 

024 92290 


Happy Christmas and a 

Prosperous New Year 

Happy & A Peaceful Christmas 

to all from 

~ Scotts ~ 

137 North Main Street, Youghal. 

Tel: 024 90333 

Great offers in store 

Deposits taken 

Gift vouchers available 

SOLO 

Hairdressing 

54, North Main St. Youghal 

Tel: 024 - 93422 

Ollie, Eleanor and all the staff 

would like to wish all our customers 

and friends a 

Merry Christmas and a Peaceful 

New Year 

Sandra McLellan 

T.D. 

Would like to wish all my Constituents and Friends a 

Merry Christmas and a Peaceful New Year 

Thanking you for your wonderful support throughout 

the past year 

Constituency Office Now Open at 

The Mall, Youghal- Please Phone 024 20888 

for an Appointment 

MacDonald 

Travel 

part of 

LEE TRAVEL GROUP 

13, North Main Street, Youghal. 

Tel: 024 92014 Fax: 024 93062 

Email: siobhan@leetravel.ie 

Wishing all our customers 

A Very Happy Christmas and 

A Peaceful New Year 

Cllr Michelle 

Hennessy 

Tel 024 91574 

Would like to wish all my 

Constituents and Friends a 




News 

Tel (024) 93358 www.youghalnews.ie 

Wishing All our readers and 

advertisers a Merry Christmas 

and a Happy New Year 

Thanks for your support in 2011

EARLIER STARTS OR 'MEETINGS ON THE MOVE' BEING CONSIDERED 

BY YOUGHAL COMMUNITY ALERT 

By Christy Parker 

Youghal & District Community Alert group is considering options that 

might boost attendances at its monthly meetings. Amongst the measures 

being contemplated are switching to morning or afternoon meetings 

instead of the present 7.45 pm and with increased accent on providing a 

community information service and regular guest speakers. Meetings 

may convene in bar or function rooms, with accompanying refreshments. 

This would replicate November's meeting, which was held in the Nook 

bar on a midweek morning and attracted some new faces and favourable 

observations. On the downside, it is known that some people were not 

comfortable with attending a pub (let alone in the morning to hear warnings 

on drug abuse!). 

Another alternative would see the group remain in situ at Cumann na 

Daoine but times during the day or evening to facilitate those attending 

other events to proceed to the Community Alert meeting thereafter. A further 

innovation being considered is to rotate meetings in various residential 

centres in co-operation with various community committees and 

where there would be particular emphasis on issues within that community 

or estate, etc. One argument however against change is that fluctuating 

meeting times is probably not for the best. 

The issue was raised at December's meeting by Chairman Des Davis, 

before a handful of regulars who have emerged as the group's core and 

driving force. The poor attendances can be interpreted in several ways, 

not all of which are negative. The absence of serious crime (at the risk of 

tempting fate) probably dilutes interest, while the media coverage perhaps 

provides many people with sufficient information on developments. 

Equally, it was observed at December's meeting, elderly people in particular 

are reluctant to travel at night due to the cold and darkness and the 

cost and requirement of public transport. "Besides, without tea and 

scones, it's very hard to get anyone to come out at night anyway!", noted 

one man at December's meeting. 

Having existed, albeit relatively dormant, for many years through the 

efforts of founder Moss Lynch, the Y&DCA was effectively re-launched 

three years ago following a 'Halloween nightmare' of vandalism and criminality 

on the main streets. The circumstances saw the early meetings well 

attended. In later times, quality has surpassed quantity, enabling the group 

to bring indelible improvement to the community. This is reflected particularly 

in the acquisition and installation of over 100 socially monitored 

alarms along with formation of the highly valued Care and Repair service 

and the Community Bus initiative which were offshoots of the local 

Community Alert movement. 

Yet, as the chairman stressed, larger attendances such as convenes at community 

alert meetings in other jurisdictions, remains an ambition. The 

matter will be discussed further at January's meeting. 

Earlier, December's meeting saw Mossie Murphy circulate his treasurer's 

report, which showed current assets at €1,759.45. 

Crime Statistics 

Community Garda Peter Queally then provided crime statistics covering 

the period October to December. These were as follows: Thefts: 7; 

Assaults: 2, including one serious incident that coincided with the burning 

of a hearse and a couple of burglaries, all of which were perpetrated 

by the same people on one particular night. Arrests had been made and 

court proceedings were anticipated; 

Drugs: 9 for possession (own use) and 2 for sale and supply; 

Criminal Damage: 6, some of which involved stones and eggs being 

thrown on Halloween night. The garda pinpointed an increase in antisocial 

behaviour in the town, particularly in the vicinity of the College 

Gardens and Adoration Chapel but also on the main street. He said 

ASBOs had been issued and more would follow, along with whatever 

measures the gardaí deemed necessary to problem including, in due 

course, court proceedings. In response to an inquiry from the floor, he 

clarified that ASBOs can also be served on adults; 

Theft/MPV (breaking into and stealing from private vehicles) 2: Garda 

Queally stressed that goods and valuables should be concealed form view 

at all times to discourage this common and simple crime; 

Drunk Driving: 3; Domestic Incidents (violence in the home): 5, which 

were referred to the HSE; Burglaries: 3; Underage Drinking: 1; Public 

Order Offences: 7. 

The chairman Des Davis welcomed evidence that an increasing amount 

of people appear to be availing of services that assist in treatment for drug 

problems. He added however, that prevention being better than cure, the 

community at large should not cease to consider ways to dissuade people, 

particularly the young, from falling into the trap of drug taking in the first 

place. 

Alarms 

Garda Queally said there had been about 30 socially monitored alarms 

installed over the past year, at a grant-aided cost of €6,600. Currently, the 

group owed about €600 to alarm installation company TASK, in lieu of 

different alarm pendants and watches, re-installation of alarms handed 

back, etc. It was agreed to pay this forthwith. 

From the floor it was mooted that people in rural areas be prioritised for 

future alarm installations as several people in town had changed their 

minds about retaining the devices. A reluctance to pay the €60 annual 

maintenance fee was cited as a prime reason for this. However it was 

decided that any discrimination in the installation of alarms would be a 

mistake in practice. 

Garda Queally said uptake on smoke alarms remained low. 

Simultaneously, it was noted, individuals who had applied for smoke 

alarms were experiencing delays in acquiring them because there needed 

to be about ten or so applications made before Cork County Council 

would provide them. Garda Queally said the delay was also due to the 

county council's failure to return some application forms that had been 

forwarded to the wrong department. 

Carbon monoxide 

Community Alert Treasurer Michael Beecher drew attention to the issue 

of carbon monoxide alarms. He said they were available for €29 in hardware 

shops. He stressed the inherent danger of (odourless) carbon 

monoxide emissions in particular at Christmas, where extra electrical 

could prompt sudden energy surges. The group agreed to consider the 

possibility of subsidising such alarms for those who could not afford 

them. This will be considered more fully at January's meeting along while 

the possibility that currently available smoke alarms also monitor carbon 

monoxide is also to be investigated. 

Attention then turned to a house in the town that has become available for 

rent, as a voice from the floor asked whether a plea from the group could 

be made to the landlord that the incoming resident/s would be of good 

character. The issue was raised on foot of a death having occurred in the 

premises previously and consider distress having been incurred subsequently 

by a neighbour who was mourning the passing of close relative at 

the time. Another contributor suggested the "residents' network" make 

recommendation. Garda Queally said he would recommend that the gardaí 

follow up the issue and this was agreed. 

The next Community Alert meeting will be held in Cuman na Daoine on 

Tuesday January 3rd at 7.45 pm 

Two-day budget delivers one more 

devastating blow - Sandra McLellan TD 

The Government's novel approach in delivering 

this year's budget over two days has 

done nothing to lessen the blow for families 

right across the state, according to Sinn Féin 

TD for Cork East, Sandra McLellan. 

Speaking in the Dáil after the conclusion of 

the Minister for Finance's statement she 

said: 

"This is the first time we have had an opportunity 

to see the colour of this Government's 

mettle. For a long time they have made the 

case that Fianna Fáil created this mess, but 

on their very first outing they haved shown 

their willingness to continue it. This Government, just as Fianna Fáil did 

in the previous four budgets, made sure that it was the most vulnerable in 

our society that would suffer most, and disproportionately so. 

"High earners remain protected as young people with a disability, carers, 

widows, lone parents and people, particularly elderly people, who are 

dependent on fuel allowance, were targeted in a clear indication of the 

Government's priority. It is truly unbelievable." 

"The Government had choices to make in this Budget, between those who 

have and those who have not; between those who can afford to pay and 

those who can't; between the strong and the weak; the vibrant and the vulnerable. 

They chose the former at every opportunity. Yet again those least 

able to fight their corner have been indiscriminately targeted. In 

February's General Election people voted for change. This budget is more 

of the same. It provides no solutions for ordinary people. It provides no 

solutions for the economy."

Christmas Liturgical Ceremonies 2011 

CHRISTMAS VIGIL Saturday 24th 

7.30p.m. Our Lady of Lourdes Church 

7.30p.m. Holy Family Church 

7.30p.m. St. Mary’s Church 

NIGHT MASS 

11.30p.m. 

St. Mary’s Church 

CHRISTMAS DAY Sunday 25th 

9.00am St. Mary’s Church 

9.30a.m. St. Ita’s Church 

10.00am Our Lady of Lourdes Church 

11.00am. Holy Family Church 

12 noon St. Mary’s Church 

MASSES 

SACRAMENT OF PENANCE 

Saturday 17th: 10.30am -11.30am St. Mary’s Church 

Saturday 17th: After 6.30pm Mass Our Lady of Lourdes Church 

Saturday 17th: After 7.30pm Mass Holy Family Church 

Thursday 22nd: 10.30—11.00am. Our Lady of Lourdes Church 

Friday 23rd: 10.30—11.30am Our Lady of Lourdes Church 

Saturday 24th: 10.30am – 1.00pm St. Mary’s Church 

PENITENTIAL SERVICE 

Thursday 22nd December 7.30p.m.—8.30p.m. Holy Family Church 

Eucharistic Congress Bell 

The Bell will arrive from Cobh on Monday 26th at approx. 12.20 to Our lady of Lourdes Church 

Mass for St. Stephens Day at 12.30pm. 

5.30pm Evening Prayer. 

8.30pm Pray with the Icons concluding with Night Prayer 

Tuesday 27th December 

9.30am Rosary 

10am Mass 

1045am Begin the walk into town. 

11.45am Arrive at St. Mary’s Church 

12noon Prayer and Carols 

2.15pm Bell Departs and continue walk through town to Waterford Bridge 

3pm Hand over Bell to Waterford. 

Mass during Christmas Week 27th - 31st December 

Monday 26th December: 

12.30pm in Our Lady of Lourdes Church. 

Tuesday 27th – Friday 30th December: 10am Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church 

Saturday 31st : 

10am Mass in St. Marys Church 

Please note that there is no 8am or 7.30pmMass during this week.

OWNERSHIP OF LIGHTHOUSE OFFERED TO 

YOUGHAL TOWN COUNCIL 

But attached dwelling not on the gift list 


The transfer of Youghal Lighthouse into the care of Youghal Town Council 

was the subject of a presentation to December's town council meeting by 

Tim Ryan, the Inspector of Local Aids to Navigation for the Commission 

of Irish Lights (CIL). 

Mr Ryan began by explaining how the CIL, which dates back to 1665, 

remains tasked with responsibility for Irish lighthouses, north and south of 

the border, under the 1894 Merchant Shipping Act. The commission oversees 

general (outer harbour more or less) navigation across 80 lighthouses, 

145 buoys, 488 beacons and several electronic aid mechanisms such as 

marine DGPS's, along with 4,200 local (inner harbour) navigation aids, 

including sea farming. 

Technological advances have now surpassed the need for many navigational 

aids, inclusive of lighthouses and every five years the CIL reviews its 

remit. Elaborating, Mr. Ryan explained that "there are two buoys south of 

Youghal to warn general shipping of the dangers from the Barr Rocks and 

the Blackball Ledge. The lighthouse in turn guides local shipping to the 

north or west of the dangers. Effectively, if need be, the lighthouse could be 

replaced by three more buoys." 

Under this criteria, a CIL review in 2010 deemed Youghal lighthouse an aid 

to local navigation only. Government funding, strictly audited, now only 

supports assistance to general navigation aids, so the commission wants to 

hand over the Youghal Lighthouse to the local authority. Similar arrangements 

continue to occur throughout the country, whereby the CIL will provide 

advice and assistance but will not advance monetary support. 

On departing the CIL would bequeath a large quantity of the 1,000 watt 

bulbs (two a year) required to flash warnings, but the remaining cost of 

maintaining the acquirement was estimated at about €5,000 a year. It was 

agreed that the structure could generate income towards this through 

tourism initiatives, as has occurred in similar circumstances elsewhere. 

No house 

Cllr Mary Linehan-Foley was first to voice the general feeling that the 

Youghal Lighthouse, in common with the Clock Gate and Town Walls is 

iconic to Youghal and has to be maintained. So far so good, but the discussion 

hit the rocks somewhat when Mr Ryan explained that the CIL is only 

parting with the lighthouse and its adjoining out houses. It will retain ownership 

of the nearby dwelling and garden that also occupy the compound. 

The reason for this is quite simply that this section -currently leased as a 

holiday home- has a market value, which the CIL is in the process of defining. 

The CIL envisaged erecting a 2m high dividing fence between both 

aspects, while creating a separate entrance for the garden. Rejecting this 

notion, Cllr Liam Burke argued that, "It has been a complete site since 

Norman times. In fact the Norman's brought over nuns from the Order of 

St. Ann in France to run the lighthouse. A dividing fence would tarnish its 

historical integrity and reduce its heritage value," he argued as he asked that 

CIL consider providing the house as well. 

Mr Ryan was not of a mind to give away houses however. He suggested two 

alternatives. "You could either buy it or, perhaps, lease it," he urged. When 

light is thrown on the market value of the house and garden, he will inform 

the council. 

IUTF IRISH INTERNATIONAL 

TAEKWON-DO CHAMPIONSHIPS 

Pictures from the recent Official 

Re-Launch of the Walter Raleigh Hotel 

Cllr. Michelle Hennessy, Cllr. Eoin 

Flanagan, Sheila Whyte and Cliff 

Winser 

Jim Hallinan Head Chef with 

Barbara O'Donovan Duty Manager 

Maria O'Connor, Cliff Winser and Eleanor O'Keeffe 

Pictured - members of Youghal IUTF Taekwon-Do Club, who train at the 

GAA Club Youghal under the instruction of Mr. Roche. Brian Swayne, 

Seán Roche, Mark Swayne, Matthew Hogan, Muireann Walsh, Lily 

Desmond, Marty Desmond, Luke O’Shea. Absent are: Adam Swayne, 

Reece Dennehy and Charlie O’Brien. Congratulations to all of the above 

who represented the club, winning 13 medals in all.

SAVE YOUGHAL AMBULANCE PROTEST ILLUSTRATES REALITY 

Niamh O'Mahony and Mayor Eoin Coyne pictured at the ‘Save Youghal 

Ambulance’ protest. 


The Save Youghal Ambulance Group's latest protest against the HSE 's 

proposed changes to the east Cork ambulance service included dramatic 

simulations of a fatal car accident and a resuscitation scene. 

Those attending last Saturday's demonstration adjacent to the Community 

Hospital, witnessed the surreal replication of a young man, his leg askew 

and near severed, blood (or red dye presumably!) pouring from his head 

while his female passenger lay motionless and bloodied in the wreckage 

of their grey Vauxhall. Paramedics fought desperately to resuscitate a 

third occupant on the grass verge while a blue blanket covering all but a 

hand and protruding shoes of a fourth unfortunate indicated that any medical 

assistance would sadly come too late. 

A placard towering over the wrecked car asked, "Will we die waiting?" in 

reference to the HSE's planned reconfiguration of the ambulance service. 

Other placards haunting the grisly scene touted sentiments such as, "HSE 

makes Cuts Bleed" and "Employee of the Year -the Grim Reaper." 

Sinn Féin TD Sandra McLellan, Youghal Mayor Eoin Coyne and Youghal 

Town Councilors Michelle Hennessy, Eoin Flanagan, Michael Beecher 

and Tara O'Connell, who is also Chairwoman of the Save Youghal 

Ambulance group were amongst those who braved the icy midday wind. 

Others present included Youghal Concerned Citizens member Jimmy 

Flanagan and Adrian Hyde. 

The protest comes as the HSE's prepares to begin implementing changes 

to the Cork & Kerry ambulance system in east and north Cork early in 

2012. The plans include replacing overnight on-call paramedics and 

Youghal's fixed base ambulance with a 'roaming' first responder paramedic 

car and a non-emergency vehicle, along with 33% reduction in 

ambulances in the Cork/Kerry region. 

Critics fear emergency ambulances will have long distances to travel and 

are also unhappy with the Executive's plans to man rural first responder 

vehicles with volunteers trained in defibrillator use, in a cost-reducing 

measure that would also reach its HIQA targets for responding to cardiac 

incidents. This is a far cry from the "advanced paramedics" first mooted 

when the plans were aired. 

United message 

Labour Minister of State for Research and Innovation, Seán Sherlock's 

has called for the plans to be postponed, labelling them dangerous to the 

public as matters stand. Deputy Sherlock, who is also chairman of 

Mallow Hospital Action Committee, echoes the view that there are many 

details yet to be adequately processed, "particularly in relation to rural 

communities." He adds, "It should be phased in on a trial basis first." 

Meanwhile Deputy McLellan described Saturday's protest as echoing previous 

protests in sending "a strong, clear message of 'hands off our ambulance' 

to the government, Health Minister Dr. James O'Reilly and the 

HSE." The TD added, "From the first meeting in the Walter Raleigh last 

summer, we all agreed that this would be a non-political campaign, that 

everyone would work together, GP's committee members, politicians and 

the public and we have to keep that work going. Everyone has worked 

tremendously hard and even by turning up at protests they are helping our 

situation." 

Mayor Coyne described the simulations as "a sign of what could become 

a reality if the cuts are made to our ambulance service. We will keep up 

the fight as long as we can and s best we can to make sure we retain our 

ambulance service in Youghal and East Cork." The mayor said he was not 

particularly in favour of on-call as it stands but would want 24-hour on 

duty service ideally. 

Both Deputy McLellan and the mayor were in agreement on the on-call 

situation, which Chairwoman and Cllr O'Connell described as "a separate 

issue within the ambulance service" and which involved unions and funding 

and so on. We're not getting involved in that side of it," she added. 

"We are simply citizens fighting to keep our ambulance." 

All three speakers are equally united in welcoming first responders "if 

fully trained to advanced paramedic standards," as Deputy McLellan put 

it, "but only in addition to the present ambulance service and not instead 

of. A rapid respond vehicle manned by a paramedic is not the same as an 

ambulance manned by an advanced paramedic," she proceeded, "so obviously 

we want to be sure that everybody gets the correct proper training 

to ensure that happens. We want everyone trained to be an advanced paramedic." 

Adrian Hyde and Jimmy Flanagan of 

Y.C.C. 

Helen Heaphy-Grange and victim 

Darragh Matthews. 

Local protestor Bernard Leamy, perhaps illustrated the essence of the 

campaign most poignantly of all as he recalled a recent and first-hand 

experience. "My son Shane, who is 21, was taken very ill last Saturday 

and we had to call the Youghal ambulance at 2.45 am. It arrived within 15 

minutes. Under the HSE changes it might take an hour to arrive but last 

week, thanks to the Youghal ambulance, he was in hospital within that 

hour." 

Meeting 

Meanwhile, last week the HSE agreed to meet a delegation consisting of 

Youghal doctor Declan Matthews, Dr Bertie Daly of Newmarket, North 

Cork and Cllr O'Connell to discuss their concerns. The meeting will be 

held in Naas on Tuesday Dec 20th. "The HSE is not au fait with the 

demands and conditions pertinent to rural areas and we will be stressing 

that this untested system could cost lives," says the councillor. 

Kathleen Troy and Theresa O'Connell. 

Cllr. Michelle Hennessy and Thomas 

O'Mahony, East Cork Ógra Sinn Fein. 

Helen Heaphy-Grange and Violet Cunningham at the ‘Save Youghal Ambulance’ 

protest.

Inch-Killeagh Monday Club Christmas 

Dinner At Greenbarn Bistro 

Norma Riordan, Tom O'Regan and 

Ronnie Riordan 

Míchael Lee, Fenton McCarthy and 

Tom Daly 

Helen Kennedy, Mary O'Neill, James Rohan with Lilly and Mary Foley 

The Cuban Ambassador Visits 

St. Fergals N.S. Killeagh 

Her Excellency Teresita 

Trujillo, Cuban 

Ambassador to Ireland 

paid a visit to St. Fergals 

National School in 

Killeagh on Friday 9th 

December. The 

Ambassador was in 

Killeagh to accept a 

fundraising cheque on 

behalf of a special school 

in Cuba. The fundraiser 

took place during the summer, 

and was organised by 

local resident John Daly in 

association with the 

Parents Association. 

The Ambassador was also 

presented with a bunch of 

flowers by 5th class student 

Ali Martin and a 

book of local history by 

4th class student Kevin 

St Fergals N.S. Principal Linda Bashford introducing 

Cuban Ambassador Teresita Trujillo 

Adenopo. Jason Coleman from 4th class accepted a gift of a tradionally 

decorated plate a gift to the school by the Ambassador and extended an 

invitation to her to 'pop in' any time she's passing. 

Some of the students, Cait Delaney, Dan Beechinor, Kieran Daly and 

Rose Goggin played traditional Irish music, which the ambassador really 

enjoyed, she was extremely gracious, speaking to the students about life 

and growing up in Cuba and answering all their questions. School 

Principal Linda Bashford was delighted with the Ambassador's visit and 

appreciated the opportunity show off her school and pupils. 

Mary and Christie O'Mahony 

Ronnie O'Keeffe and Tilly McCarthy 

Ali Martin presenting flowers to the Ambassador 

Mary Daly pictured with Rita and Michael Carey 

Mary and Jerome Byrne with Mary 

Doyle 

Eillen O'Shea, Mary Power and Esther 

Byrne 

Cuban Embassador to Ireland Teresita Trujillo presenting plate to Jason Coleman

REPAIRS FOR ELDERLY 

SCHEME A SUCCESS 

A voluntary service for the elderly has been hailed a success as it celebrates 

its first year in operation. Youghal Care and Repair will be one year 

in existence on November 1 and, over the past year, has helped the town's 

elderly with its free service. Care and repair came about as a result of the 

monthly Community Alert meetings in the town and is part of a nationwide 

initiative by Age Action Ireland to help the elderly in their own 

homes. The Youghal branch is being overseen by Cumann na Daoine. 

The service is available to over 65's who need small repairs and jobs done, 

such as painting, gardening, changing bulbs, hanging curtains, lawnmowing, 

laying carpet and lino or even hanging doors. Free of charge, the 

service is staffed by a panel of eight full-time volunteers who have undertaken 

training with Age Action Ireland and have all been garda-vetted. 

Once a call is made by an elderly person to Cumann na Daoine, two volunteers, 

both carrying identification, will be chosen to call to the person's 

home. Over the past 12 months, 44 jobs have been carried out by the team 

of volunteers. 

Community Garda and Care Repair PRO, Peter Queally, said the response 

has been tremendous. "People are really happy with the service and can't 

believe it's free" he said. Garda Queally is now urging more people to 

avail of Care and Repair. As well as the users appreciating it, the volunteers 

are also enjoying being able to help people," Garda Queally said. 

The service is also looking for volunteers, particularly drivers, young people 

and tradesmen who may be out of work, to give up a little time to Care 

and Repair. 

Anyone wishing to avail of the Care and Repair service or volunteer their 

time can contact Cumann na Daoine on (024) 91900, Monday to Friday, 

from 9.30am to 5pm. The intention of the group is not to interfere with 

the work of local tradesmen. 

The following are some of the comments of satisfied customers:- "I'm 

very happy with what they done", "It's great when they do something for 

you", "Fantastic", "Outstanding" and "I thought they were brilliant". 

Transition Year students visit St. 

Raphael's & Youghal Nursing Homes 

On Wednesday 14th December, 19 Transition Year students accompanied 

by Ms. Fitzgerald and Fr. Relihan visited Gortroe Nursing Home, St. 

Raphael's Centre and Cois Abhainn. 

The visit to the nursing homes is now a well established tradition at 

Pobalscoil na Tríonóide. The students look forward to visiting the residents 

each year, sharing carols, reflections and prayers. 

Thanks to John Daly buses Youghal for sponsoring the minibus for the 

day. 

Transition Year students singing at St. Raphael's Centre 

AMBER 

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Mark and Susan Curtin and all the staff at Amber 

wish all our customers a very Happy Christmas and a 

prosperous New Year. 

Transition Year students singing at Cois Abhainn 

Transition Year students singing at Gortroe Nursing Home 

Gortroe Card Drive Results 

Results 14/12/11 

1st Turkey's and Cash Tom Walsh and Oliver Flanagan 

2nd Ham.s and Cash John Cunninigham and Joe Smiddy 

3rd Johnny Callaghan and David Gleeson 

Best of last 5 Divided Dan and Margaret Leahy, Kay Supple and John 

McMahon. Last Game Jim McGrath and Paddy Kellegher 

Cards as usual in Gortroe Hall each Wednesday Night at 8.30pm. 

Results 7/12/11 

1st Turkey's and Cash: Crissie Cotter and Maighread Ui Laochdha 

2nd Ham's and Cash: Dick Barry and Kay Cunninigham 

3rd Divided: Eleanor and John Herlihy; Betty Ahern and Marge Murphy; 

John Cunninigham and Joe Smiddy 

Best of last 5: Simon Walsh and Jim Mullins 

Last Game: Dan and Margaret Leahy

Youghal Boys in Lebanon 

History will be created at Camp Shamrock in Lebanon this Christmas where eight 

Youghal Men are serving with teh Irish Army. This is the largest group ever from 

Youghal on duty. The group would like to say “We wish a Happy Christmas to all 

our families and friends and a happy new year. Miss them all and will see them all 

next year.....” 

Pictured in Camp Shamrock are: Brian Donoghue, Chris Walsh, Pearse Foley 

Conor Coleman, Dave Williams, Thomas Curran, Ken Hennessy and Olan 

McCarthy. 

Ceolta Si Group Recital 

Ceolta Si Group pictured performing at North Main Street during the recent 

Dickens Christmas Festival organised by YCC group 

The house of Fine Furniture & Bedding 

Lucey 

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urnishings 

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Youghal Win Junior B Football League Title 

The Youghal League and Championship Double Winning Junior B Football team pictured with selectors and 

family. 

Captains Martin Wall Dungourney and Aaron Kenny 

pictured with referee James Birmingham 

Patrick O'Mahony and Aaron Kenny 

lift the cup 

Keith McCarthy wins the ball 

Youghal Captain Aaron Kenny collects 

the Patrick O'Mahony Cup from Derek 

Kiely East Cork Board PRO 

Youghal Golf Club 

LADIES Wednesday 7th December - 12 Holes Singles Stableford 

Sponsored by: Sammy & Kate Revins 

Silver 1st: Mary Lawton (17) 25pts, 2nd Adrienne Mc Donnell (20) 23pts, 

3rd Jo Swayne (19) 23pts Bronze 1st Ann Rochford (25) 26pts, 2nd Mary 

O' Regan (27) 24pts, 3rd Cathy Harnedy (24) 23pts, 4th Catherine 

Kearney (26) 23pts, 5th Celia Cotter (29) 23pts 

Wednesday 14th December - Christmas Prizes Sponsored by: Murphy's 

Pharmacy: 1st Mary Pomphrett (15) Margaret Power (25) Ann O. 

Coleman (27) Eithne Pyne (36) 33pts 2nd Liz Coleman Lee (19) Breda O 

Donoghue (20) Breeda Curtin (26) Mary Moloney (35) 32pts 3rd Maeve 

Troupe Kelly (15) Trish Landers (20) Catherine Kearney (26) Mary Barry 

(35) 31pts 4th Fiona Howard (4) Paula Burns (19) Celia Cotter (29) Mary 

Murphy (30) 31pts 

GENTS Monday 5th & Tuesday 6th December: 13 Holes Singles 

Stableford 1st Tony Lynch (10) 33pts, 2nd Jim Condon (19) 32pts, 3rd 

Gene Shiels (11) 32pts 

Thursday 8th & Friday 9th December : 13 Holes Singles Stableford 

1st Brian Mc Dermott (18) 29pts Saturday 10th December - 16 Holes 

Fourball 1st Bryan O' Donoghue (10) Joe Morgan (18) 49pts 2nd Ivor O' 

Callaghan (6) Larry Cunningham (13) 49pts 3rd Peter Lehane (14) Olan 

Coleman (16) 47pts 

11 Holes Singles Stableford 1st Lar Dunne (13) 29pts, 2nd Paul O' Brien 

(11) 26pts 

Sunday 11th December - 16 Holes Threeball: 1st Jim Condon (19) Patsy 

O' Regan (17) Olan Coleman (16) 80pts 2nd Paul O' Brien (11) John 

Cronin (14) Noel O' Driscoll (15) 80pts 

Results of the Winter League: Winners: Team A - Ivor O' Callaghan, 

Peter Lehane, Olan Coleman, Brian Mc Dermott, Stephen Mulcahy 2nd: 

K: Paul O' Brien, Gene Shiels, Michael T. Mc Carthy, Dermot 

Dromgoole, Jerry Russell 3rd: Team G: Jim Morey, JIm Coleman, 

William Gleeson, Joe Morgan, Sean O Sullivan 

Midweek 12 Holes Singles Stableford 1st Joe Morgan (18) 28pts 

Saturday 17th December - 14 Holes Singles Stableford: 1st Donie Mc 

Carthy (12) 31pts, 2nd Peter Lehane (14) 30pts, 3rd Kieran Power (8) 

30pts, 4th Anthony Kenefick (8) 29pts 

Fixtures: Saturday 24th December: Club Singles 

Monday 26th December: Semi Open 3 Person Team Event 

Tuesday 27th - Thursday 29th - Friday 30th December: Semi Open 

Singles Saturday 31st December - Semi Open Fourball 

Sunday 1st January: Mixed Threeball at 11.30am - shotgun start 

We wish all our members, family and friends a very Happy Christmas.

West Waterford Notes 

Parish of Aglish - Ballinameela- Mount Stuart 

Eucharistic Congress Bell - In Aglish Church 

On Wednesday December 28th the Eucharistic Bell arrives in Aglish 

Church from the Carmelite Convent Tallow at 6.00pm 

The Liturgy of Welcome commences with concelebrated mass at 6.45pm 

7.30pm to 8.00pm 

We celebrate in Word & Song 9.30pm to 10.00pm Will be a time of quite 

reflection 

Thursday December 29th 8.15am Mass 

9.00am - The Eucharistic Bell departs for Newcastle Church 

Clashmore Kinsalebeg GAA Club Club Annual Social Tickets 

Our Annual GAA Club Social will take place on Saturday, January 14th 

at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan with tickets costing €30 and these will now 

be available at the Club Shop at our Clubhouse on Saturday next or else 

from any committee member thereafter. 

Clashmore Community Alert 45 Card Drive 

We would like to extend our thanks to everyone for coming out on last 

Friday nigh to take part in our card drive which was held in the Decies 

Bar. The night proved a great success and together with the a raffle the 

funds made will help keep community alert active for the near future 

Results 

1st Prize Turkeys & Cash ----------Maura & Teresa Joyce 

2nd Prize Turkeys & Cash --------Pat Roche and Eugene O Halloran 

3rd Prize Hams -------------Liam Curran & Tommy Power 

Last 5 games Whiskey -------John Veale and Nell Foley [Ballycurrane] 

Last game Wine ------------ Allen Curran and Eoin Hickey 

Our thanks to everyone for coming along and supporting the night especially 

those that are not regular card players but who took part for the 

cause The night could not have gone ahead without our main sponsors 

and to them we want to say a huge thank you. We greatly appreciate your 

generosity. For the smooth running of the drive and the efficient work of 

the two officers in charge Jack Douris and Noel Nugent you made our 

work so easy and a special word of thanks to you both Thanks to Aine for 

the use of the premises The raffle that took place was a huge success and 

Eileen Dower wend home smiling with the 1st prize of the Hamper to 

Declan Dower whose name was first out of the bag There was a multitude 

of items for the raffle Again thanks to our local business Their sponsorship 

of Clashmore Community Alert is very commendable and very much 

appreciated in the recessionary times. 

New Arrival : Congratulations to proud parents Mary [nee] Curran 

Aglish and Mossy Kelly on the birth of their son Morgan a most welcome 

grandson for Tom and Anne Curran best wishes from all your west 

Waterford friends and neighbours. 

Birthday Greetings : Congratulations to Miranda Curran Clashmore on 

the occasion of her 40th birthday which she celebrated with family and 

friends at the Decies Bar recently - best wishes and a very happy birthday 

to you Miranda. 

Kinsalebeg Macra News 

Set Dancing Lessons: The set dancing lessons has been a great success 

over the past few weeks and we concluded with a ceili on December 13th 

Capers If anyone is interested in taking part in the Capers get on to John 

Cummins 08563376601 

60th Anniversary: Well done to Cappoquin who held their 60th anniversary 

of being with Macra a great night was had by all Congratulations on 

60 years PRO: Louise Murphy 

News from Down the Ole Mill Way - Darts : The Ole Mill Darts Team 

were away to Deckies in Modeligo this week and went on to win 5-4 well 

done Lads! 

Christmas Darts Tournament - Christmas rings tournament: 

Congratulations to Peter Deady and Richard Wash on winning our 

Christmas Rings Tournament. With Eugene Mansfield and Maurice 

Fitzgearld finishing close second - not To worry lads sides can be evened 

in our January tournaments 

Christmas Party Night : A date to mark on your Christmas calendar -this 

Friday December 23rd - it's our Christmas Party night in the Ole Mill with 

our big Draw, finger food and Music. A great night of Ceoil and Craic 

guaranteed hope to see you all there. 

Christmas Stories from Long Ago: Following our last popular feature 

from our good friend Mike Hackett we have some more of his wonderful 

festive stories from Christmas long ago this week. My sincere thanks 

to Mike for his wonderful contribution ………… 

While talking about the country postman, let me mention that a number 

of people in the 1930s could not read nor write. They depended on their 

pal, the postman, to read letters to them that had been sent from their 

exiled sons and daughters in England and America. A very funny story 

tells of a postman reading (inventing) the last line of every Christmas letter 

as 'Don't forget to stand to the poor postman for Christmas'. 

Parcels from America arriving on the liners at Cobh was a big bonus for 

many an Irish family in the 1930s during the Economic War with Britain 

-- when it was difficult to sell farm animals at the fairs. Those parcels 

brought bright new clothes -- colourful dresses for the women and bright 

suites and ties for the men. Eyes were popping at Mass on the following 

Sunday, as the whole parish admired the latest styles and colours worn by 

the lucky ones. 

Another story tells of three postmen in the city working from one van as 

they delivered loads and loads of Christmas parcels in the suburbs. One 

man was driving the vehicle while the other two ran up and down the 

driveways delivering as fast as they could. Then as one postman 

approached a posh house with a big parcel, he noticed a woman jump up 

excitedly from inside the window. He sensed that there was a good chance 

of a Christmas 'Box' at this house. Right enough the woman took the parcel 

and then presented him with a five-pound note -- this was a huge stand 

at that time -- in the 1950s. But the postman decided to push his luck a bit 

further by saying 'Thank you Mam -- but there are three of us and what is 

five divided by three?' He was being a cute fool -- fishing for another 

pound! 'Oh I'm sorry' said the woman 'one moment please'. She soon 

appeared with three single pound notes! 'Now my dear man -- Happy 

Christmas to the three of you- said she taking back the fiver 

Kinsalebeg Community Group; Winter Warmer Draw; The winter 

warmer Draw which is being held on December 15th was a huge success 

and our thanks to everyone for your wonderful support - full results next 

issue 

Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto -Jackpot was €2,500: On 

Wednesday night last the Letters drawn in the Clashmore Ramblers Alpha 

Lotto were Q, E, U, S we had no match four winner to claim our jackpot 

prize last week, This Wednesday we will have a jackpot of €2,500 to be 

won by anyone who match's our four letters out of the drum well done to 

the following who were the winners of €20 Lucky Dips Prizes - Eamonn 

Foley Monatrea, Chalky Murphy Monatrea, Carmel Murphy C\O Eithne 

Aherne 

On the previous Wednesday night the Letters drawn were O, E, V, O and 

the winners of €20 Lucky Dips Prizes - Peter Deady Monatrea , J. Hickey 

Newtown, Breda Whelan Piltown 

Our next draw will take place at The Ole Mill Kinsalebeg on this 

Wednesday December 21st at 10.00pm. Thanks as always to all our 

friends for your continued support! 

Happy Event : Our congratulations are extended to Orianna and Colin 

Brodrick Youghal on the birth of their son whom they have named 

Gianluca William .Orianna is daughter of Ann [nee Keogh] & Marco 

Delpunta -Kinsalebeg Every good wish from all your family and friends 

Kinsalebeg NS Notes November Non - Stop Draw 

The winners of our November Non Stop Draw at Kinsalebeg National 

School were as follows 1st. prize - Margaret O' Driscoll Promoter - Jack 

O' Driscoll, 2nd. Patrick Ryan Seller - Conor Ryan,3rd. Katie Foley Seller 

- Charlie Foley, 4th Marian Ryan Seller - Lauren Ryan 

Well done to each of the following who were the winners of our children's 

draw - Charlie Foley, Molly Foley, Eoin Fitzgerald, Shannon Murphy, 

Conor Fitzgerald. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone 

for supporting our school draw 

New Arrival : Congratulations and best wishes to our Kinsalebeg N.S 

"Muinteoir"- Rosie [Nee Fleming] and her husband Barry Kinsella on the 

birthday of their beautiful baby daughter Saoirse a most welcome baby 

sister for Seoda. Every good wish from all your family and friends 

Birthday Greetings Sarah : Birthday Greetings on December 20th 

Sarah Ledingham from all your family and friends. 

Clashmore - Kinsalebeg Ladies Football AGM: Our AGM was held on 

Saturday last December 3rd in the Club house. There was a good attendance 

on the night so a big thanks to all our players, mentors and parents 

that attended. The year has proven a good one. The club is growing in 

numbers every year and the success of the intermediate team can only 

benefit the club. The underage is also progressing steadily and hopefully 

this year will be a very successful on Welcome along to the new members 

that attended on Saturday night and as always new members are always 

welcome so if anyone is interested to help out just get in contact 

Sponsorship 

The ladies club would like to say a big thank you to the Youghal Credit 

Union for sponsorship of first aid kits These were very much appreciated 

Hopefully they wont be much call for them in the year to come but at least 

we will be well equipped. 

Christmas Lotto Special tonight Jackpot €8200 : The annual 

Clashmore - Kinsalebeg GAA special Christmas Lotto Draw will take 

place tonight Monday night December 19th at The Rising Sun Bar,

Continued 

Clashmore when the Jackpot will hit the lofty heights of €8,200 and also 

there will be ten consolation prizes of €50 so a great chance indeed to win 

a substantial prize. Last weeks numbers were 1, 5, 8, 10 and the following 

were the lucky winners of €20 spot prizes Connor O Riordan 

Clashmore, Tess Mansfield Grange, Pauline Roche Newtown, Bridie 

Foley CO Beresford's , Eileen Keane Ballinamult The previous week's 

numbers were 8,10,13,14 and the following were the lucky winners of 

€20 spot prizes John Hickey Cross, Nicky Troy Modeligo, Niall Connery 

Clashmore, Maureen Hynes Newtown, Danni Leahy Well done to all our 

winners and thanks to everyone for your support 

Clashmore 45 Drive : Our first prize joint winners last Monday night at 

the Clashmore 45 Drive on seven games each were Tom Osbourne and 

John Motherway, Gabriel Hynes and Martin Lynch Michael and Mairead 

Fahey. Best of the last five were Liam Curran and Thomas Power Jerome 

Curran and Eugene o Halloran. Our lucky last game winners were Nell 

Foley and Ed Hynes Anne Ledingham and Noel Nugent well done all and 

thanks for all your support 

Joint first prizewinners the previous Monday night at the Clashmore 45 

Drive in the Decies Bar were Pat Roche and Billy Allen, Eileen Dower 

and Kathleen Osbourne both on eight games. In joint third place with 

seven games were Anne Ledingham and Noel Nugent Dan and Margaret 

Leahy Billy Connery and Derry Cotter Best of the last five were Nell 

Foley and Roger Hynes. Our lucky last game winners were Mairead and 

Michael Fahey Mary Dower and Jack Douris Please note it s a 9.00pm 

sharp start again next Monday and all the following Monday nights .new 

players are most welcome to join us any week. 

Christmas Cheer at the Decies Bar : Aine and staff at the Decies Bar 

Clashmore invite all of you their customers and friends to join them for a 

some Christmas cheer as the Festive Season kicks off this Sunday 

Evening - December 18th with the magnificent Liam Dalton & Ollie 

Farrell from 8 till late! Sunday 18th December: Liam Dalton & Ollie 

Farrell Saturday 24th December: DJ Jazzy Jobber Monday 26the 

December: DJ Jazzy Jobber Saturday 31ST December: DJ Jazzy Jobber 

Sunday 1st January: Sean O Callaghan 9.30pm till late Friday 6th 

January: Celebrate women's little Christmas with Liam Dalton & Ollie 

Farrell [we have a special offer for all women for this night only - all main 

courses just €10 - [supplement on steak applies]- bookings now being 

West Waterford Notes 

taken And of course we will have our usual great food available over 

Christmas as follows Friday December 23rd 6pm until 8.45pm, Saturday 

December 24th 4pm until 8.45pm, Friday December 30th 6pm until 

8.45pm, Saturday December 31st 4pm until 8.45pm, Sunday January 1st 

12noon to 8.45pm Monday January 2nd 2pm to 8.45pm . All weekends 

before and after the above times as usual Meal deals any two courses 

€15.95 any three courses €19.95[€4.00 -supplement on steak applies] 

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club AGM: Clashmore /Kinsalebeg GAA 

Club's AGM took place on Saturday night December 3rd at the 

Clubhouse. The officers elected for 2012 are as follows Joint Presidents 

Fr Maurice O Gorman Davy Foley and Billy Allen Chairman: Tim 

Bourke, Vice-Chairman: Declan Hickey, Secretary: John Foley, Assistant 

Secretary: Noel Nugent, Treasurer: Billy O' Halloran, P.R.O: Liam 

Dunne, Registrar: Pat O'Halloran, Players Rep: Padraig Connery, Irish 

Culture and language Officer: Barry Dunne, youth Welfare Officer: 

Rosemary O'Halloran, Committee Members: Pat O'Sullivan, Eamonn 

Beresford, Mick O'Neill one representative from the ladies club and one 

from the juvenile club will be added at a later date to complete the committee 

for 2012 congratulations to all the officers elected continued success 

to the club in 2012 

Birthday Greetings: A very happy 80th Birthday to Billy Allen 

Clashmore who celebrated the big occasion last weekend with family and 

friends every good wish to you Billy 

Parish of Aglish - Ballinameela- Mount Stuart Christmas Masses 

Christmas Eve: Aglish 6.30pm Ballinameela 8.15pm Christmas Day: 

Mount Stuart 9.45am Aglish 11.00am St. Stephen's Day Mass: Aglish 

11.00am Wednesday December 28th Eucharistic Bell arrives in Aglish 

Church at 6.00pm Concelebrated mass at 6.45pm Wednesday January 

18th 2012 Ecumenical Service in Aglish Church @ 7.30PM 

[Marking the beginning of Christian unity week] Monday January 30th 

2012 

Novena to our lady 2012 - beginning on Monday January 30th for nine 

Monday nights - opening and closing celebrant Very Rev Dr Michael 

Mullins. Friday February 10th 2012 

Mass for the sick with anointing in Aglish Church at 7.15pm 

Parish of Clashmore & Piltown Christmas Masses 

Christmas Eve: Piltown 6.30pm 

Christmas Day: Piltown 9.30am Clashmore 11.00am 

Youghal Junior B Football East Cork Double Winning Team 

Presentation of Medals at Club Áras 

The Youghal Junior B Football Team who won both the East Cork Championship and League in 2011 pictured with 

Management at the Medal Presentation Ceremony at Club Áras on Sunday night. 

Aaron Kenny, Captain making a presentation 

to John Parker, Manager at 

the Medal Presentation Ceremony at 

Club Áras on Sunday night. 

BUTLER TRAVEL 

John and staff wish all our family and friends a 

Happy Christmas and Peaceful New Year 

Tel: 024 - 92544 / 087 2587784 


A Peaceful New Year 

from all at 

Youghal News

YOUGHAL TOWN COUNCIL DECEMBER MEETING 


Report of the Town Clerk on matter arising since the Monthly 

Meeting of Youghal Town Council held on 15th November 2011. 

Proposed Aldi Development at Seafield, Youghal. 

Youghal Town Council as Planning Authority for the area granted planning 

permission to Seafield Partnership for permission to construct a 

mixed use neighbourhood centre on the southern part of the overall site 

(c1.9ha), comprising a single storey discount food store, 1445m2 ground 

floor area including a loading bay, dock leveler and ramp, trolley bay, bin 

store and external plant area; 3 single storey retail units 934m2 gfa and an 

external bin store. The development will include the demolition of all 

structures on site, including the demolition of a habitable house, with the 

exception of part of the southern façade of the existing factory unit which 

incorporates a Protected Structure (RPS 3202), 179 no. car parking 

spaces, loading bays, a covered pedestrian walkway, cycle racks, upgraded 

existing vehicular accesses from the Upper Strand Road, new internal 

vehicular accesses off the internal public road, the diversion of existing 

surface water culvert on site including the installation of 2 no. attenuation 

tanks at the former Seafield Technical Textiles Ltd. site at Seafield , 

Killeagh Road, Youghal. During the planning period four 

submissions/objectives were received by the Planning Authority in relation 

to the proposed development. They were; 

1. A submission by David Kelly Partnership on behalf of Seafield 

Business Centre Management Co. Ltd. which was broadly in favour of 

the proposed development. 

2. A submission by HRA/Planning Ltd. on behalf of Mr. Oliver Daly, 146 

Ros Caoin, Rosam, Galway objecting to the proposed development at that 

location. 

3. A submission by John & Anne Fitzgerald, Dun Mhuire, Upper Strand, 

Youghal requesting that permission should be refused. 

4. A submission by RG DATA requesting that permission should be 

refused. 

Planning permission was granted by Youghal Town Council on 22nd 

November last subject to 30 conditions. The applicant together with the 

people who made submissions may appeal the decision within 4 weeks of 

the grant of permission to An Bord Pleanala. Hopefully from the Town 

perspective this may not materialise. 

First Annual Social Housing Stock Survey; 

The Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, 

Mr. Phil Hogan T.D. has requested all Local Authorities to prepare the 

first in a series of surveys on the local authority's social housing stock. 

This survey is a key element of the new approach to improving the social 

housing stock, which seeks to consolidate the existing remedial works 

and other improvement programmes to operate a more target/output driven 

programme with a streamlined approach to project approvals and capital 

funding. The survey, the first in the series, aims to establish the baseline 

for the development of consolidated (annual) housing improvement 

programmes and for the measurement of the outputs of those programmes, 

allowing greater delegation of responsibility to local authorities 

in meeting the particular needs of their stock. 

As advised in Circular SHIP 2011/05, the annual social housing stock survey 

will involve two stages - firstly a desktop exercise based on information 

available in local authority databases and on the iHouse system and, 

secondly, a programme of inspections by the Department's Technical 

Advisers for a more in-depth review of stock quality. 

Please note that the survey returns will be used in determining each 

authority's capital allocation for improving the social housing stock in 

2012. 

1. 2012 Social housing Stock Survey - Electronic Returns. 

At this stage, it is not necessary to provide information on stock currently 

rented by the authority under RAS or the Social Housing Leasing 

Initiative for affordable housing stock owned by the local authority. Stage 

1 of the 2012 social housing stock survey requires all housing authorities 

to provide the following information on each unit owned by the authority. 

a) Housing Authority - Please note that this information is being gathered 

on a county at large basis, whereby a single report for each county should 

be submitted. The relevant town or borough council that owns the properties 

should, however, be identified under the "owning authority" heading; 

b) Address including, house number, street name, and county. 

c) GIS co-ordinates (xx,yy) - these should be included where available. If 

however, GIS co-ordinates are not available for a particular property, then 

these fields should be left blank. 

d) Property Type - this should include details of whether the property is 

terraced, semi-detached or detached and the number of storeys. 

e) Property Status - this requires information on whether the property is 

occupied or vacant. 

f) Letting Status - Authorities should identify whether the property is 

available for letting, awaiting minor repairs, in need of major refurbishment, 

or be demolished. 

g) BER - if available a Building Energy Rating should be provided. If 

none is available, this field should be left blank. 

h) Radon - Authorities should advise whether a radon test has been conducted. 

A yes/no response is sufficient. 

i) Property Acquisition - this field requires information as to whether the 

property was constructed by the authority or purchased under an acquisition 

programme. 

j) Year of construction. 

k) Number of bedrooms. 

The date for completion of this stage is Friday 13th January 2012. 

2. Spot Checks: 

It is the Department's intention to also undertake a physical review of a 

number of local authority housing estates over Q1 2012. This review, to 

be undertaken by the Department's technical advisers using a methodology 

similar to that undertaken as part of the recent, unfinished estates 

exercise, will involve an examination of the following: 

- Estate Management; 

- Tenure Mix (details of which to be supplied by the Local Authority); 

- General external condition of the housing stock; 

- Energy Efficiency Data (where available from BER surveys) 

Authorities will be notified in advance of the inclusion of their estates in 

this review. 

3. 2012 Social Housing Improvement Programmes. 

As part of the preparation for the 2012 capital allocations, the Spring 

Housing Action Plan meetings, and related discussions with t he 

Department, authorities are asked to prepare initial submissions for a consolidated 

Social Housing Improvement Programme for 2012. This should 

be informed by the following: 

- Carryover on existing programmes from 2011; 

- The prioritisation of addressing vacant properties; 

- Estate-wide improvement works; 

- Once-off adaptation works where specific needs have been identified. 

These programmes should, as far as possible, reflect the current standards 

of the authorities' stock, and will be reviewed by the Department in that 

context. Allocations will be made on the basis of programmes that most 

accurately meet the priority needs of the authority's stock i.e. addressing 

vacancies and energy efficiency works, in the context of the overall 

national funding available. 

The closing date for this process is Friday 20th January 2012. 

The meeting was attended by Town Manager Patricia Power, Town 

Clerk Liam Ryan, Deputy Town Clerk Helen Mulcahy, Town Engineer 

Paul Murray, Town Foreman Ger Lupton, Mayor Eoin Coyne (FF) and 

Cllrs Barbara Murray (FG), Michael Beecher (FG), Michelle Hennessy 

(SF), Eoin Flanagan (SF), Liam Burke (GP) Tara O'Connell (Lab), 

Sammy Revins (FF) and Mary Linehan-Foley (FF). 

The meeting was permeated by complaints from Cllr Michael Beecher who 

found the fan heater system adjacent to which he was sitting aggravating 

towards his throat and his asthmatic condition. As the councillor's coughing 

and hoarseness increased, he turned off the heating. This rapidly decreased 

the room temperature much to the discomfort of his chamber colleagues, 

particularly Cllr Michelle Hennessy, who sits alongside Cllr Beecher but 

who was suffering flu symptoms. In a co-operative effort unprecedented in 

Irish politics, the Fine Gael and the Sinn Féin representatives even swapped 

seats in a bid to assist each other. Sadly it proved great in gesture but short 

in success as eventually Cllr Beecher, hoarse, terse and half way through his 

third packet of Strepsils, made a heartfelt plea that the system be replaced 

by "proper storage heaters." It remains to be seen whether this demand on 

democracy will be met. 

The meeting began with what would transpire to be a lengthy diversion 

into matters of the departed, following confirmation that Youghal Town 

Council would heretofore operate the Joint Burial Board in conjunction 

with Cork County Council. The town manager turned the sod on the 

debate as she revealed that the burial budget for 2012 included €40,000 

towards upgrading the cemetery lodge and €20,000 towards the provision 

of a future graveyard. Additionally the budget provides, for the first time, 

for two 'cremation garden' plots @ €300 per plot, thought these plots 

would "not be available as advanced sales." Ms Power said Youghal Town 

Council would contribute €64,765 towards the Burial Board's expenditure 

for 2012, while Cork County Council would pay €33,000 for the same 

purpose. The town clerk then explained the debt in terms of anticipated 

expenditure being €114,029 and income €16,000, leaving a deficit of


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Plots of room… Mr Ryan then outlined a €100 increase in grave prices 

for 2012, meaning a single grave would cost €700, a double plot €1,400 

and a triple size plot €2,100. Cllr Revins remarked that there was no cost 

reduction in acquiring double or triple plots but the town clerk explained 

that here was "no sense in incentivising" such plots given the limited 

space in the cemetery. Elaborating, he said three, six and nine people can 

be interred in the respective plots but that presently up to 90% of plots 

were not full, because people over-estimated usage when buying them. 

Children of deceased, for example, through various circumstances such as 

marriage, etc., were buried elsewhere when their earthly time ran out. "So 

you get one person in double plots and two in triple plots," proceeded Mr 

Ryan, before noting with unintended irony that "the life cycle of the 

graveyard," was being shortened due to such over expectation. 

Meanwhile, he added, a grave can be re-utilised 20 to 25 years after being 

filled. 

The matter refused to die as Cllr Hennessy objected to the price increases 

on the basis that the living were already suffering enough economic 

hardship without death adding to their debts. Both Mr. Ryan and the town 

manager tried to bury her concerns by arguing that Youghal was an 

extremely economic place, in which to be buried, compared to the rest of 

the county as documented in the auditor's report (costs have increased 

100% in Dublin). Additionally, the burial costs were only about 10% of 

an overall funeral expense and the money helped towards the graveyard's 

perpetual maintenance, so to speak and not just the burial. Responding to 

a query from Cllr Linehan-Foley, the assistant town clerk said there were 

government grants of up to 90% available to people in difficult circumstances 

towards burials. Cllr Beecher, rather hoarsely, said the Credit 

Union would also help to bury one, though not in those precise words. 

Still the issue wouldn't lie down, as it emerged that should the cost 

increases not be applied, the proposed work on the lodge would be compromised. 

Ultimately only Cllr Flanagan supported Cllr Hennessy's 

counter-motion against the renewed costing and the increases were 

approved 5-2 in a vote. 

Grave concerns; No sooner had the clay settled on that issue than Cllr 

Revins unearthed a fresh graveyard gripe. He wanted burial bye-law 

changed to allow families of the bereaved to install level-ground kerbs 

around grass graves pending agreement with the town council to care and 

maintain such plots. He said people had expressed such requests to him. 

Cllr Linehan-Foley supported the call, arguing that people who owned 

plots had the right to this privatised, individualistic pursuance. 

Cllr Murray wasn't too supportive, feeling graveyard maintenance should 

primarily be undertaken by the graveyard caretaker. Mr. Ryan concurred, 

as he pointed out that the section of the graveyard effectively in question 

-namely N,P,Q and R-, was deliberately designed as a lawned area and 

was being maintained to a high standard. Between re-openings and, 

sometimes, inevitable neglect, the task of maintenance would become 

very difficult if the bye-law was amended for any kerbing The town manager 

-being a Cork County Council official- voiced health and safety concerns 

in the land of the non-living. "You haven't listened! It's about 

ground-level kerbs!" rebuked Cllr Revins in vain, as Ms Power recalled 

an incident whereby an unfortunate man recently lost an eye through a 

piece of flying kerb whilst strimming in a graveyard. She offered to provide 

a report on the why lawn only graves were preferable. Eventually 

Cllr Burke laid the debate to rest -subject to future resurrection- when his 

suggestion that a subcommittee of the Joint Burial Board discuss it following 

the manager's report. "I hope it doesn't go on for two years like 

DeValera Street did," remarked Cllr Revins, no doubt in fear of Hell. 

Meanwhile anyone with opinions on lawn or kerbing in the graveyard is 

asked to convey them to councillors. 

Lighthouse 

The meeting was then received a presentation from Tim Ryan, Inspector 

at the Commission of Irish Lights, on the proposed transfer of the lighthouse 

to the care of Youghal Town Council. See elsewhere in this edition 

for report on this matter. 

Votes of Congratulations: Cllr Linehan-Foley congratulated teenage 

athlete Fergal Curtin on his 27 All Ireland medals amassed to date, with 

the previous weekend's county championships the latest addition. The 

councillor also paid tribute to young boxer Adam Curley who recently 

won his first bout in an Irish shirt. She extended recognition to parents of 

all young athletes and achievers for their supportive efforts. An award 

night to honour formally these successes is anticipated for next February. 

The councillor further congratulated Clodagh Mahon, Catherine 

Desmond and the heritage committee on the town hall Santa and the 

Collegiate Church craft fair initiatives recently. 

Cllr Murray congratulated the Youghal Concerned Citizens for their year 

of events, including the on-going Dickins's Christmas celebrations that 

were bringing a more festive atmosphere to the streets. She conveyed best 

wishes also to Chris O'Brien of the Imperial Hotel on the launch of his 

new food product (pies and chowders) product. Likewise, she acknowledged 

David Browne of Youghal Bay Seafood on the development of his 

new, pasteurised crab meat product. Finally, she congratulated all 

involved with the crib installation at Barry's Lane. 

Mayor Coyne paid tribute to Pobalscoil na Tríonóide teacher Tracy 

Kennedy on being appointed the first female PRO of Cork County GAA 

Board. He recognised the re-launch of the Walter Raleigh also and urged 

that locals support the enterprise. The mayor then congratulated the 

Youghal Junior B Football team -of which he was a member- on their 

recent East Cork title. 

Votes of Sympathy: These sentiments on behalf of the council are generally 

conveyed in private but exception was made when Cllr O'Connell 

expressed her condolences to the family and friends of the late Mary 

Smiddy who died in such tragic circumstances following an electrical 

malfunction in her home in Gortaroo recently. 

Cllr Beecher complained once again of the heating system in the chamber 

and some sympathy was forthcoming there also. 

Town Foreman's Report: Cllr Burke sought remedy for potholes at 

Nealon's Quay and also a wall between the Strand Church and Tennis 

Court, as previously mentioned. 

Dominic Collins potholes; Cllr Linehan-Foley drew attention to 

"craters" at the rear of the Fair Field/Dominic Collins's Place. She knew 

there was a resurfacing/lighting plan for the area but wanted the potholes 

filled meantime. Likewise the footpath in that area needed levelling. The 

mayor echoed the sentiment, adding concern over poor lighting in the 

area. 

Cllr Beecher complained similarly about the Dominic Collins's area. He 

asked if double yellow lies could be installed there too to deter parking on 

the footpath, given that such vehicles were causing considerable problems 

for some residents who have visual impairment. The councillor then said 

a section of road surface at Dolphin's Square was crumbling. He sought 

information on any reaction to vile anti-social behaviour at the College 

Gardens/Adoration Chapel and learned that increased lighting was being 

installed there. 

Parklands criminality; Cllr Beecher briefly pre-empted Cllr O'Connell 

in drawing attention to rampant vandalism at an unoccupied section of an 

estate at Parklands and hoped the town council could assist with a remedy. 

Cllr O'Connell then described how young people have been persistently 

destroying eight properties in at the lower end of Parkland. This has 

included destruction of fixtures and fittings and even arson, which was 

spreading fear amongst the nearby occupied houses. Some perpetrators 

had had the nerve -or stupidity- of scrawling their names on the wall and 

-in one case at least- advertising their criminality on Facebook. Names 

had been supplied to the gardaí. Meanwhile the councillor had contacted 

the developer, who had expressed a willingness to consult with the council 

towards bringing the houses into occupancy. 

Cllr Murray suggested that "technically" it's not a council problem and the 

developer was responsible for security. She asked whether he had contacted 

voluntary housing agencies and was told that this had been done to no 

apparent avail. Lighting, said Cllr O'Connell, was insufficient to support 

security cameras. 

The town clerk said the issue was specifically a matter for the developer. 

He understood also that there was agreement in place to have some houses 

in the purchased but they remained unfinished, thus raising other 

issues. Mr. Ryan explained that the council had taken the maximum 

allowed in terms of social housing in the estate and it was not an option 

to acquire any more, partly because it would "create the wrong social 

mix" and partly because the government, wouldn't fund any further purchases. 

Additionally, though perhaps irrelevant to the core issue raised, 

Cllr Linehan-Foley said there were also unresolved serious structural 

issues regarding the occupied houses. "These are all matters for the developer," 

repeated the town clerk. The mayor's suggestion that the issue be 

raised at the Joint Policing Committee in January, as the increasingly 

hoarse Cllr Beecher again pleaded that storage heaters be installed. 

Cllr Flanagan asked that a pothole at the top of Windmill Hill be filled and 

a faded road 'Stop' sign be repainted at the exit to Gort Aobhinn to Cork 

Hill. Cllr Murray referred to ponding at Blackwater Heights. 

Public lighting 

Cllr Hennessy complained that a lot of public lights were now not working 

in the town's estates. Cnoc Aobhinn was particularly bad and it was a 

dark and dangerous situation. She asked how people could complain and 

to whom, given they were not council-managed estates. Cllr Murray said 

there were similar problems at Srathaán na Salí and elsewhere and 

nobody seemed to harbour responsibility, whether architect or lighting 

departments. As Cllr Hennessy reiterated that the developer was apparently 

un-contactable, it emerged that a low-call number to report for mal-


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or lighting departments. As Cllr Hennessy reiterated that the developer 

was apparently un-contactable, it emerged that a low-call number to 

report for malfunctioning lighting was posted on poles. The number was 

given as 1850-372772. Office hours are 8.30-5.30 Mon to Fri; also online 

reports to www.airtricity.com However, as Cllr Murray reflected, complaints 

previously submitted have brought poor responses. 

Cllr O'Connell sought an update on plans to prevent parking and thus alleviate 

blind spots at the exit from estates across from Crowley's garage, as 

raised some time back by former Cllr Donie Daly. The town clerk said an 

overall plan to redefine the town entrance from the Rhincrew to 

Greencloyne roundabouts would be incorporate the entrances this would 

be presented to the council's February meeting. Cllr O'Connell also 

echoed concerns over the potholes and footpaths at Dominic Collin's 

Place. The councillor concluded with a plea that parking on double yellow 

lines at the Parish Church was prevalent and needed to be addressed. 

The mayor was concerned about ponding at O'Gallagher's Mews and also 

opposite the entrance to Lidl. 

County Council Items: Cllr Linehan-Foley asked if disabled parking 

bays could be repainted on the main street and at Cuman na Daoine following 

the road resurfacing. She wanted potholes at the Knockaverry 

higher road repaired also. The town clerk said the area needed total resurfacing 

and suggested that councillors prioritise it for next February's nonnational 

road grant funding. Cllr Beecher wanted a sign for Kilcoran 

Road erected as previously requested. 

Parking, shredding, ponding and fishing; Cllr Hennessy complained 

that an extra car parking space provided on North Main Street was too 

close to the bottom of Cork Hill and so forcing vehicles to stop in the yellow 

box when turning right. The councillor protested that there was no 

provision for disposing of shredded paper at the landfill site, due to the 

small bin apertures. The engineer said it was a matter for the county council's 

Environment Department and should be raised at the county council 

meeting. Cllr Beecher recalled that operatives had opened the back of a 

container on his behalf in similar circumstances. Cllr Hennessy asked that 

ponding problems of some seven years standing -or perhaps swimmingbe 

addressed at Clonpriest, as an adjacent local, who is visually impaired 

cannot now leave his house. 

Cllr Murray asked that signage urging fishermen to remove all discarded 

fishing lines, hooks etc., from the Slob Bank due to the danger to dogs and 

children and others also using the public facility. She further requested 

that the Claycastle car park be cleared of rubbish and bins, especially in 

lieu of Christmas, visitors, swimmers etc. 

Cllr Flanagan also drew attention to the need for disability bays to be repainted 

but the town engineer said it was unlikely to occur before 

Christmas. Unimpressed, Cllr Hennessy stressed that disabled people 

badly needed these spaces. 

Planning Applications: Following all submissions and considerations 

planning permission has been granted for the Day Care centre on the 

grounds of the Community Hospital, Cork Hill. 

Reports: End of year reports in lieu of the Heritage Municipal Policy 

Committee (Cllr Burke), HathertonLtd., T/A Enterprise Youghal (Cllr 

Hennessy and Claycastle Leisure Co., Ltd (Cllr Linehan-Foley) were 

each deferred to "the new Year." 

Unresolved Motions: Cllr Murray drew attention to the unsightly hoardings 

at the two closed off viewing balconies near Moll Goggin's Corner 

be replaced with a wall, in the interests of visual presentation. Cllr 

Linehan-Foley however insisted that the viewing balconies should not be 

abandoned as such. The engineer said he would refer it to the Senior 

Engineer and report back. 

Correspondence: An application for funding assistance -€500 allocatedfrom 

the Youghal Concerned Citizens group sparked concern that there 

was some duplication in projects between the YCC and the Chamber of 

Commerce (annual council grant of €10,000). "They (the YCC) mention 

special interest handbooks, a DVD and training ambassadors," said Cllr 

Linehan-Foley. "I thought that's what we give the Chamber money for." 

The mayor felt both groups should "cooperate and communicate" in 

addressing the issue and accepted Cllr Linehan-Foley's suggestion that he 

write to both bodies with that suggestion. Cllr Murray concurred, recollecting 

that Bord Fáilte was set to undertake an ambassador training programme 

with the Chamber. "There's no point in duplication," she said. 

Weather warnings and precautions 

As Cllr Beecher gasped for survival, the town manager strongly urged 

that councillors and the general public become familiar with the county 

council's revised guidelines on weather and matter associated with freezing 

and flooding conditions, as experienced in recent years. Information 

available on the county council's website deals with all aspects of weather-related 

consequences, from self, neighbour and property protection to 

safe practices, insurance requirements and weather warnings. Relevant 

contact assistance numbers are also provided. Additionally, information 

can be downloaded in brochure format and such brochures are also available 

from councillors and in most public service outlets such as town hall, 

library, etc. See www.corkco.co.ie 

Finally, the town clerk noted that there had as yet been no requests from 

residents associations as to the location of salt and grit reserves, in tandem 

with the provision for the dispersion of these reserves by such residents 

if need be. Youghal Town Council is on (024) 92926. The last meeting 

of 2011 concluded with Cllr Beecher first to leave the room. 

Nativity Play by An Naoinra Playschool 

at Youghal Community Centre 

An Naoinra Payschool Seomra 1 

An Naoinra Payschool Seomra 2

Youghal CC Group Christmas 

Party at Moby Dicks 

Youghal Credit Union AGM 

at the The Walter Raleigh Hotel 

Helen Heaphy and Cllr. Michelle 

Hennessy 

Jackie and Bill Yates 

Sean and John Daly 

Sinead Aherne and Jimmy Whyte 

Sean Donovan and Ann Power 

Adrian Hyde and Joss Mansfield 

Marie and Denis O'Leary 

Sinead Aherne and Lys Sweeney 

Liz Morey pictured with Jim and Tish Flanagan 

Harmony Cheque Presentation 

to St. Vincent de Paul 

Olly Casey and Donal de Roiste 

Adrian and Simon Sellars 

SENIOR CITIZEN CHRISTMAS DINNER 

Youghal Senior Citizens Christmas dinner takes place in the Walter 

Raleigh Hotel on Sunday 15th January 2012 at 3pm. Cost €20. Names and 

deposit of €10 to be paid to Angela Boland or Pat Joyce by Tuesday 10th 

January. 

Wishing all our customers a very Merry Christmas and 

Happy New Year 

Finbarr Hannon and the cast of Harmony presenting a cheque for €500 to John 

Power, St Vincent de Paul at their recent production at the Methodist Hall, Friar 

Street, Youghal 

Christmas Opening Times 

Open daily at 1pm from 

Monday 26th December 2011 

to Sunday 8th January 2012

U19 League 

Youghal 33pts - Fermoy 10pts 

Our U19s travelled to Fermoy on Friday night, December 2nd for this 

important league game. Most of the first half was played between both 

22-metre areas with both sides not able to make any breakthrough. 

Youghal increased the tempo of the match after 20 minutes play with 

strong running from James Glennon and Cillian Ansbro. This pressure on 

the Fermoy defence enabled Stephen Lucey to score a fine try, which was 

converted by out-half, Ciaran O'Brien. Fermoy, to their credit, came right 

back into the game from the re-start and scored a well-worked try near the 

corner flag. The conversion kick was missed to leave Youghal 7pts to 5pts 

ahead at half time. 

In the second half, Youghal got well on top and had further tries from 

Stephen Lucey (2) and Cillian Ansbro (2). while Ciaran O'Brien kicked 4 

conversions. Fermoy had a try near the end but Youghal ran out deserving 

winners of this entertaining encounter. Players to catch the eye for 

Youghal were forwards; Tom O'Neill, James Glennon and Aidan 

McCarthy while Ciaran O'Brien, Cillian Ansbro and Stephen Lucey were 

always prominent in Youghal's speed back-line. 

Youghal 10pts - Cobh 19pts 

Our U19s travelled to Cobh on Saturday, December 10th to take on the 

Piratesfor league points. Youghal got off to a great startin this game when 

Cillian Ansbro scored a fine solo try. However from then on the home 

team dominated and had two tries and one conversion to reach half time 

12pts to 5pts ahead. 

In the 2nd half, Cobh had another try to put the game out of the seasiders 

reach. Youghal did battle back to score through Tom O'Neill but never 

looked like winning this match. Best for Youghal were James Gleenon 

and Cillian Ansbro. 

U17 League 

Youghal 29pts - Dophin 5pts 

Our u17s played city side Dolphin at Frogmore on Saturday 3rd 

December for league points. Youghal were first to settle into the game and 

had an early try from fullback Adam Malone, after some strong running 

from Todd Cronin and Ollie Dempsey. The seasiders had further tries 

from John Power and Aaron Hogan; with Aaron's try being converted by 

Aidan McCarthy. 

In the second half the Youghal lads continued to dominate with further 

tried from Barry O'Connell and a super try from Ronan O'Sullivan, which 

was converted by Aidan McCarthy. Dolphin had a late consolation score 

but Youghal ran out deserving winners to claim the points. Best for 

Youghal were Conor O'Leary, Ronan O'Sullivan, Todd Cronin, while 

Aaron Hogan and Aidan McCarthy always tried hard. 

Youghal 17pts - Cobh 0pts 

Our U15s picked up valuable league points when they defeated a plucky 

Cobh Pirates side at Frogmore on Saturday 10th December. Youghal were 

first to settle into the game and after some good running by Harry 

Oliphant and Killian Power, Finn Collier scored a superb try. The conversion 

kick was missed but the Youghal lads once more took the game to the 

visitors and scored again through the outstanding Finn Collier. Out-half 

Declan Dalton kicked the conversion to leave Youghal 12pts to Nil ahead 

at half time. 

In the the second half, Cobh came more into the game and only some 

good tackling by Youghals defence kept them at bay. In the breakaway 

move, Darragh O'Brien scored an outstanding try for Youghal when he 

gathered the ball on the half-way line to race over untouched. This was 

the final score of the game. With Cobh trying hard to the final whistle but 

Youghal's defence was never really troubled and they ran out deserving 

winners. Best for Youghal were Finn Collier, Darragh O'Brien and Killian 

Power, while Harry Oliphant, Sean Russell, Ed Hayes and Adam Curley 

always tried hard. 

U15 League 

Youghal 15pts - Muskerry 15pts 

Our u15s travelled to Muskerry on Saturday 3rd December and managed 

a very credible draw. The home side played with the wind in the first half 

and were well on top with 2 tries, one conversion and a penalty for a 15pt 

lead. Youghal'sa only first hald score was a penalty from out-half Declan 

Dalton. 

In the second half, Youghal came more into the game and narrowed 

Muskerrys lead with a fine solo try from James Kelly. With time running 

out, Youghal launched their final play and after some good running by 

Finn Collier and Chris O'Brien. Winger John-Paul Lucey scored a brilliant 

try. Out-half Declan kicked the difficult conversion to tie the scores 

Youghal Rugby Club 

YOUTH SECTION 

in this exciting match. Best for Youghal were Cuan Kenneally, Finn 

Collier, James Kelly and Chris O'Brien while Mathew Sangsuwan had his 

best game for the seasiders this season in the wing forward position. 

U13 League 

Youghal 10pts - Carraigaline 10pts 

Our U13s were also in action on Saturday 10th December when they travelled 

to Carraigaline for league points. Youghal played with the slope on 

the home teams pitch in the first half and had an early try from speed centre 

Diarmuid Clancy. The seasiders were getting on top at this stage of the 

game and scored another fine try from scrumhalf Sean Hennessy to reach 

half-time 10pts ahead. 

In the 2nd half, the visitors dominated for long periods and scored two 

very good tries of their own. Youghal tried hard to snatch the win with 

Diarmuid Clancy going close on a few occasions. However, a draw was a 

fair result with both teams trying hard to snatch the win. Best for Youghal 

were Sean Hennessy at scrumhalf and Diarmuid Clancy at centre while 

Brian Lynch had a man of the match performance at first centre. 

U 13 Friendly 

Youghal 24 pts - Dungarvan 14pts 

Our U13a were at home to Dungarvan on Saturday 3rd December in this 

enjoyable friendly. Youghal were first to score through out-half Diarmuid 

Clancy and Jason Yellopwhile the visitors had a try and conversion to 

leave the half time score 10pts to 7pts in Youghals favour. 

In the 2nd half, Dungarvan took the lead with a well taken try but to 

Youghal's credit, they hit back with tries from Diarmuid Clancy and Jack 

O'Neill, with Jason Yellop converting both the leave Youghal the winners 

by 24pts to 12pts. Best for Youghal were Sean Hennessy and Jack O'Neill, 

while centre Brian Lynch had another man of the match performance. 

Training for each age group continues during the week, with more information 

on training times etc. available from Sean O'Neill on 0870570202 

or Mick Healy on 0862411344. Also, a reminder that club lotto tickets are 

available from committee members and are also available from local 

shops and pubs. Your support for the lotto would be greatly appreciated 

as all monies collected go to the grounds development.

Stella’s 

Beauty Salon 

Kilcoran Road, Youghal. 

Tel: (024) 93345 

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Christmas Carol Singing 

at North Main Street is organised by 

Yougahl Concerned Citizens Group 

Members of the YCC Group dressed as “Dicken’s A Christmas Carol” characters 

for the carol singing 

Mayor of Youghal Eoin Coyne pictured with YCC Committee members Norman 

and Marjorie MacDonald and Kay Curtin 

Blackwater Estuary Action Group 

Youghal Says NO to Hazardous Waste Campaign Update 

Blackwater Estuary Action Group (BEAG), will continue the campaign to 

stop hazardous waste being treated at Eras Eco, Foxhole Youghal over the 

Christmas period – rememberig that the original application for this 

extension was submitted on the 23rd December last year. 

In response to the information night held in Youghal in November and the 

positive feedback this received, an Outreach Project is planned for the 

New Year. This will bring information to the rural and surrounding communities 

of the Blackwater Estuary to ensure everyone has the facts to 

hand. If anyone would like us to come to their area, please contact us via 

e-mail or phone. 

BEAG would like to thank everyone who came to the fundraising Art 

Exhibition on Thursday 15th December in the Rivergate Mall, North 

Main Street, Youghal. An enjoyable night was had by all. 

BEAG would like to give a special thank you to the “Save Tallow Group” 

for their very generous donation to our campaign and to thank all those 

who gave their time, effort and money in supporting the campaign to date; 

all those who helped print & distrubute posters and leaflets, supplied venues, 

attended & supported fundraisers and public meetings. And of 

course to Youghal News for supplying us column space over the last few 

months. 

We hope for your continued support in the new year as every voice is 

needed. Wishing you all a peaceful and Happy Christmas. 

Blackwater Estuary Action Group, Brú na Sí, Cork Hill, Youghal, Co. 

Cork. Facebook: Blackwater Estuary Action Group Web: 

www.beag2011.com Tel: 089-4210294 E-mail: beag2011@gmail.com 

SENIOR CITIZEN CHRISTMAS DINNER 

Youghal Senior Citizens Christmas dinner takes place in the Walter 

Raleigh Hotel on Sunday 15th January 2012 at 3pm. Cost €20. Names and 

deposit of €10 to be paid to Angela Boland or Pat Joyce by Tuesday 10th 

January.

Scoil Choráin Christmas Concert 

Muinteor Alva’s Junior Infants performing on stage 

Rang 3 pictured before their performance of Little Red Riding Hood 

Senior Infants and First Class pictured before their performance 

Rang 2 pictured with their muinteor Póilín 

Rang 1 all dressed up for the play 

Senior Infant Class ready to go on stage 

Rang 1 in their costumes for the play 

Junior Infant Class “A CHristmas Recipe” 

Rang 2 pictured with their muinteor Jean

Cross Country Results 

Christmas comes early for Down 

Syndrome Ireland (Munster Branches) 

As Tour de Munster raises €296,000 

Group of Youghal AC athletes 

First three in the Girls U11: Julieanne 

Stack (Midleton), first; Laura Sheehan 

(Carraig na bhFear), second; Kerry Barrett 

(Youghal), third 

Sean Donnellan with his mum Kathy 

Murphy 

Ray ,Jackie and Little Katie Connolly from Cork Branch of DSI with Sean Kelly 

and Tour de Munster organiser Paul Sheridan , 

Christmas has come early for Tour de Munster as a staggering €296,000 

was presented by cycling legend Sean Kelly to Clare Leonard, President 

of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI)at an event held in the Silversprings 

hotel in Cork last Saturday 3rd December. 

The overwhelming amount was raised by 150 amateur cyclists who undertook 

a four day 600km cycle around the six counties of Munster during 

August, and the scores of DSI volunteers, in the annual Tour de Munster 

four day charity cycle. Each cyclist covered their own expenses so that 

every penny raised went directly to the charity. 

Tour de Munster organiser Paul Sheridan was ecstatic with the overall 

amount raised "Last year we raised €250,000 which was our best year 

ever. To exceed this is just fantastic especially in very challenging times 

for fundraising. We are very grateful to the many companies especially the 

main sponsor Nightline Delivers and the public who supported us 

throughout the past eleven years. The DSI slogan is "share the journey" 

and we have certainly shared the journey with you." 

First three in the Girls U9: Sarah Morrison (St Nicholas), first; Caoilfhionn Barry 

(Youghal), second; Lucy McNulty (St Nicholas), third 

Clare Leonard, President of DSI said "We are absolutely delighted by the 

amount of money which was raised by this year's Tour de Munster. We 

want to thank all of the cyclists, supporters and volunteers and in particular 

to Michael O' Gorman from DSI Cork, who contacted Paul Sheridan 

originally. This money is going to make a phenomenal difference in the 

lives of children and adults who have Down Syndrome and we greatly 

appreciate it. 

That we were chosen for the second year running as the beneficiary bears 

testament to the hard work all of the branch members put in behind the 

scenes and during the four day tour and to the passion and commitment of 

Paul Sheridan and all involved with the Tour de Munster. We are forever 

grateful." 

First three in the Girls U13: Laura Hayes (St Catherines), first; Tara O'Keeffe 

(Midleton), second; Laura Hayes (Midleton), third 

Each branch in Munster will receive an equal share of the money and has 

sent in a proposal to explain how they would like to spend the money. 

Areas of expenditure include Speech and Language Therapy, 

Occupational Therapy as well as early intervention services which are 

vital for the development of children with Down Syndrome. The money 

will also be spent on sports and leisure activities which are as important 

to the children, helping them to achieve their goals and be independent. 

For more information please visit www.tourdemunster.com Or 

www.downsyndrome.ie

Killeagh-Ita's Juvenile GAA Notes 

Fé 15 Premier 2 County Football Final 

Sam Maguire's 1-10 Cilliath-Íde 0-12 

Having secured the County U-15 Premier 1 hurling title in emphatic style 

in November, hopes were high that our U-15's could achieve an historic 

double by adding the football crown. Having disposed of St. Nick's in the 

semi-final in awful conditions on Tuesday night, we were pitted against 

Sam Maguire's from Dunmanway - the Juvenile club attached to the 

famous Dohenys club - in the final on December 18th @ 1.00 p.m. We 

arrived in the little village of Riverstick, a week before Santa, to contest 

the final, with the weather thankfully more amenable than it had been on 

Tuesday evening. Both teams normally don green, so both had to change 

for this clash. We togged out in our football maroon and Maguire's opted 

for white. 

Whistle blown, the scene was set; Maguire's were very quick to settle and 

had secured the opening score and only goal of the game within four minutes, 

quickly followed by a point. Despite this early set back, we settled 

well and plugged away, securing our opening score with a well taken free 

by Eoghan Keniry. This trend continued for the next passage of play and 

Eoghan secured a further two white flags for us, little between the sides. 

Maguire's then took the upper hand and secured a further four points (3 

frees) to stretch their lead. Not to be outdone we dominated play in the 

closing minutes of this half and pulled them back with points from 

Padraig Walsh and two more from Eoghan. As we approached the half 

time whistle we were in hard luck not to level matters as a rasper of a shot 

from the boot of Dan Landers hit the crossbar and rebounded back out to 

play to deny us that much needed goal. Thus the half time score was Sam 

Maguire's 1-6 to Killeagh-Ita's 0-6. 

A very exciting second half unfolded as both teams exchanged points 

from frees in the opening ten minutes. Sam Maguire's added another 

white flag before we secured a trio of points to close the gap to just the 

minimum, 1-8 to 0-10, with ten minutes remaining on the clock. These 

closing minutes were very tense, with Maguire's adding two fine points to 

their tally to again extend their lead, but we never gave up and again 

pegged them back to the minimum, but alas the clock stopped ticking and 

we were on the wrong side of the winning line by just one point. Sam 

Maguire's 1-10 to Killeagh-Ita's 0-12. The joys of sport! Heads up lads, 

you have done us proud throughout this long season, which began in the 

very first days of January for this bunch of committed boys. Our thanks 

to Declan, David and Conor for your dedication and expertise throughout 

the year with these lads. We now look forward to the festive season before 

we contest the football league final in 2012, best of luck to you all. 

Congratulations 

Our history-maker, Tracey Kennedy, is settling quickly in to her new role 

as Public Relations Officer of Cork County Board, the first female to hold 

an officer post in the County Board. Tracey will undoubtedly do this job 

as efficiently as her previous posting as Killeagh secretary, and her other 

current posting as East Cork Board secretary, and we wish her very well 

in this prestigious and responsible role. Go n-eirí leat, a Threasa! 

Season's Greetings 

To all our players, parents, mentors and supporters, we wish a safe and 

enjoyable Christmas season, and every best wish for 2012, both on and off 

the field. Our notes will resume in January, where we will review our 

December AGM, and look ahead with optimism to a year of action in 

2012! Nollaig Shona daoibh go léir! 

Youghal ICA enjoy their Christmas Day Out with Lunch at Greenbarn 

FR. O’NEILL’S GAA Notes 

Scor Sinsir 

Scor Sinsir takes place on Sun.29th of Jan.2012 in Lisgoold at 

7:00pm,any persons or groups wishing to take part please contact 

Michael Holland on 087-2561368. 

Long Puck 

Our long puck is reverting to St.Stephens day this year,starting from 

the carpark in Ladysbridge at 12 Noon,teams of 3 with an entry fee 

of €5:00 per person,prizes for the first 3 teams with a special prize 

for the best Juvenile team on the day(players to be under 16 in 

2012) prize giving in the Thatched Inn afterwards,any enquiries to 

Seamus Joyce. 

Fe16 Football 

Congrats to our Fe16 footballers on winning the A grade Eastern 

Region C/ship.final against Macroom.on Sunday the 11th 

Dec.last,played in Aghavine in ideal weather conditions in what 

was a fantastic game of football played by 2 fully commited teams 

with the result in doubt up to the very end,our lads got the final few 

scores in a nail biting finish and won the game on a scoreline of 

1:12 to 2:07,amid great scenes of joy Mr.Jim Healy of Coiste na 

Nog presented the cup to our captain Padraig McMahon,as a result 

of this win they went on to play Kilmeen from West Cork in the 

Co.semi-final again played in Aghavine on Sun.the 18th last,unfortunately 

we had to give way on this occasion losing out by a point 

on the day on a scoreline of 2:09 to 1:11 in what was a great game 

of football,well done to all involved with this panel players,mentors 

and parents in the great run in the C/ship. 

Juvenile Race Night 

The annual Juvenile race night took place on Fri.16th Dec.last in 

Finns Tavern,a great night was had by all who attended with plenty 

of prizes and craic on the night,a big thank you to all those who sold 

tickets and sponsored all the spot prizes on the night. 

Fe14 Hurling 

Congrats to our Fe14 hurlers on winning the semi-final of the 

Premier 1 hurling league,they now go onto play Blackrock in a 

repeat of the c/ship final so heres hoping for a better result this time 

around,this final will be played sometime in early January. 

The Club would like to take this oppertunity to thank all those of 

you who supported us over the past 12 months in whatever way and 

to wish you and yours a peaceful and Holy Christmas and a happy 

new Year. 

Co.Board Draw 

We had a winner in The Dec.draw which was held in Sarsfields 

GAA Club on Thurs.15th last.Mr.Michael O Donovan won a weekend 

break for 2 and as he was the 15th ticket drawn the Club also 

wins a new set of Jerseys,well done to all. 

Ambulance service at breaking point 

in HSE South - McLellan 

Sinn Féin TD for Cork East, Sandra McLellan, has claimed the ambulance 

service in the HSE South area is at breaking point and that the planned 

reconfiguration of the service will drive it over the edge. 

Speaking in response to leaked HSE memos Deputy McLellan said: 

"Internal HSE memos revealed by the Corkman this week confirm that 

there were several instances when areas in Cork were left without adequate 

ambulance cover due to new work directives. The HSEs answer to 

this appears to be to ask ambulance crew to routinely cover on-call after 

already working a 16 hour day. This is completely outrageous and in 

direct contradiction to earlier instruction issued in May." 

"It beggars belief that the HSE would expect ambulance staff to be in any 

fit state to deliver appropriate care after such a long day. The role paramedics 

play in the pre-emergency care of patients is vital. I have said from 

the outset that the HSEs plan to reconfigure ambulance services is seriously 

flawed. I have called on the Government and the HSE to invest in 

the ambulance fleet and in ambulance personnel. The recruitment embargo 

continues to have a devastating effect on the service." 

"This series of internal communications highlights the fact that the service 

is at breaking point, with insufficient staff and an inappropriate skills 

mix to deliver the service in the new dispensation. That the HSE would 

even contemplate reconfiguring the service without addressing these deficiencies 

is life threatening."

Youghal United 

Club main sponsor: Berties 

Report: Anthony Horgan PRO. 

Club notes!: Youghal United will be present again this year at Tesco 

doing the Christmas bag packing. We will be there on Thur 22nd, Fri 23rd 

and Sat 24th December. As it will be difficult to get the coverage anyone 

willing to give an hour of their time please contact a committee member 

for more details. This bag packing is to generate much needed funds to 

keep the club running on a weekly basis and we would like to thank all 

those who have supported us in the past and hopefully again this year. 

Happy Christmas! 

The club would like to wish our members, their families, sponsors and 

friends a very happy Christmas and a peaceful new year! 

Bad weather causing games to be cancelled! The weather again has 

caused havoc on the fixture list with many games been cancelled due to 

unplayable pitches. There were seven home games scheduled at home this 

week with only two going ahead with a mixture of soft pitches and the ice 

preventing teams to travel. 

Seniors Youghal United 2 - 0 Passage: Youghal continued on winning 

ways in the league blasting 5 past Passage Leigh Desmond x 2, Robert 

Cronin x 2 and Seamus Landers were all on the score sheet. Winning the 

league is the priority for this bunch of lads this season as Youghal United 

should be competing at a higher level. 

Youghal United 0 - 2 Avondale: There are two divisions separating these 

two sides in league standings and this was going to prove difficult for the 

home side in the 3rd round of the intermediate cup when holders Avondale 

came to town to try and stay in the competition. Youghal started very 

bright and took the game to Avondale in a very wet, windy and extremely 

cold Ardrath Park. Good numbers turned out to support on the lads 

where they showed they could compete even the might of Avondale. This 

could have been a totally different story only for two soft goals given 

away one in each half and the fact Youghal never got on the end of some 

very good crosses into the box. 

All in all Youghal United represented themselves superbly and fought to 

the bitter end. Speaking to the Avondale management team afterwards 

they were surprised with the fight and competitiveness of the Youghal side 

and were glad to get it out of the way. Youghal now can concentrate on 

trying to win the league title and get into league division 1. 

W.W.E.C Inch 2 - 7 Youghal United 

CHAMPAGNE FOR CHIP, BUT CAREY'S GOT BOTTLE. Chris 

Hennessy netted three times in the second half of Youghal's away trip to 

Inch on Saturday afternoon. Trevor Carey stole the show with a display of 

heart and commitment, headers won and tackles made. Youghal got off to 

a flyer when Paddy Sheehan combined with Diarmuid Shuel and Mark O 

Connor put the finishing touch to a great move scoring from close range 

after only 5 mins. With 12 minutes gone Inch equalised from a free kick 

which was headed past Youghal keeper Adrian Yellop. Youghal responded 

and Carey just missed with a great header. Youghal fell behind when a 

shot from long range eluded the keeper. It could have being worse for 

Youghal but a fine save from Yellop kept it at 2 - 1. With 36 minutes gone 

Youghal levelled when a super cross from Paul Hennessy found O Connor 

his shot was cleared off the line but Shuel followed up to net his seventh 

goal of the season. Just before the break Inch broke and only a superb 

challenge from Sheehan stopped a certain goal. Inch kept going forward 

in the second half putting Youghal under pressure but the back four of 

Coakley, Troy, Spillane and Sheehan were holding out. Inch were awarded 

a corner and when Coakley cleared it O Connor controlled and went on 

a run, Chris Hennessy broke from midfield when O Connors cross was 

perfect and the captain gave the keeper no chance when his shot hit the 

top corner Twenty two minutes into the second half Youghal made it 4 - 

2 when Barry on for the hard working Mason combined with Paul 

Hennessy who set O Connor free and his cross was netted by Careys head. 

Inch fell apart after this and Youghal pounced, a push in the area saw the 

ref point to the spot and O Connor scored his second. Micheal Crowley 

replaced Shuel and caused Inch more problems with his pace and was 

unlucky not to score. Youghal now going forward at every chance and 

Chris Hennessy scored his second with minutes remaining. Time was running 

out the captain found himself free in the box again and made no mistake 

to complete his hat trick. Another great result for Youghal. 

Under 14's Leeds 2 - 1 Youghal United 

The lads were very disappointed in the manor of how they lost this match. 

They took the lead when man of the match Ian O Brien struck a half volley 

into the back of the net. Unfortunately they conceded an own goal and 

a very dubious penalty decision. They now head into the Christmas break 

where they can work towards getting the results in the New Year. 

Under 13's Youghal United 0 - 2 Riverstown 

No report at time of print. 

Under 12's Youghal United 2 - 0 Strand United 

These boys keep on winning and winning and they are still top of the 

table. Another fine 2-0 win at home to strand and after putting 7 past 

Carrigtohill the week before they are growing with confidence every 

week. Liam O Connor scored from the penalty spot and Kieran Daly got 

the other one. Adam Hennessy again put in another fine performance. 

Keep up the goof work! 

New Academy Kit There has been some confusion over the price of the 

new kit in recent times and I need to clarify it - the information we originally 

got from the supplier was incorrect and we apologise for an inconvenience 

caused. We originally announced that it cost €30 but that was for 

jersey and shorts. The kit is priced at €35 which includes socks. The kit 

can be tried on for size at Sports and Leisure and orders can be made 

there. There will be a number of kits available mid December on a first 

come first served basis and after that they will need to be ordered and you 

may not have it for Christmas. Names and numbers on the back of the jersey 

will cost extra. 

All Weather Pitch:Youghal United's all weather pitch is available to rent 

from €25 per hour and there are some mid-week times available to any 

group or club wishing to avail of the facility. The contact number is 083- 

3835844. 

Note! Two new caretakers have commenced work with the club in looking 

after our all-weather pitch. Mandatory €2 is required as a contribution 

towards the mortgage payments on the all weather pitch. 

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Berties Team who played at the recent soccer marathon 

Youghal RFC J2 Report 

On Sunday Dec 11th the 2nd team finished their section of the J2 League 

with an emphatic victory over local derby rivals Dungarvan. Playing 

open fast paced rugby throughout the Youghal Boys put in their best performance 

of the season so far. A fairly even opening 20 minutes saw 

Youghal edge ahead with a couple of well kicked penalties by outhalf 

Keith McCarthy. A try and further penalty seemed to herald a good day 

but a converted try by Dungarvan kept them in touch approaching half 

time. However Youghal upped the tempo in the second half and two tries 

from Anthony Frahill-O’Connor along with tries from Niall Clohessey, 

Scott O’Sullivan and Paddy Moloney saw the home side finish convincing 

winners 39-7. 

The previous week the 2nds travelled to Waterpark and lost 43- 7. Only 

13 players showed up but played with great pride and passion and in fact 

were only 21-7 down at half time. A try and conversion from Keith 

McCarthy had Waterpark rattled until he was cruelly yellow carded giving 

Waterpark a temporary 3 man advantage. An early second half injury 

saw Cian Kenneally depart and a spirited Youghal team tired from their 

heroic efforts. 

After 6 games in the league Youghal won two and lost four. Two loses 

were narrow, 12- 10 away to Dungarvan with 15 players and no subs and 

23-19 away to Waterford City again with the bare 15. With a little more 

commitment from some players the 2nds could have won their league section. 

After Christmas the cup campaigns start and hopefully ,with more 

players togging out, the remainder of the season will be successful and 

enjoyable. Any former or new players are always welcome. Why not 

make playing rugby your New Years resolution. Happy Christmas and Up 

the Youghal Boys. 

Next Youghal News 

January 19th 2012

Youghal Ladies Football 2011 Review 

2011 will hold many memories for all the members and supporters of the 

newly formed Youghal Ladies Football Club. After a very successful 

Gaelic4Girls Program which was run from September to November 2010 

we became official on January 28th when the club was formed. In our 

inaugural season we fielded 5 teams, Junior, Gaelic4Mothers, U14, U12 

& U10s with over 120 players with 40 adults either playing Junior or 

Gaelic4Mothers and over 80 juveniles aged 6 - 14 years olds. Highlights 

of the year was of U12s winning the East Cork League and championship 

which was beyond our wildest dreams when we started on this existing 

journey, our U14s taking part in the Féile and a fantastic day out in Croke 

Park when we took 30 girls to play on the hallowed turf. 

Starting a club from scratch has not been easy. When your bank balance 

reads "zero" and you need everything from footballs to bibs. Our first 

fundraiser was a bag packing day in our local Supervalu which raised us 

enough money to buy one full set of jerseys. Our local Youghal GAA club 

have been very supportive of us allowing us to use their flood lit facility, 

their indoor hall and their pitch for training and matches. They also supplied 

us with a full set of jerseys for which we are very grateful. We look 

forward to a future of growing stronger together. Helping us to get off the 

ground the County Board could not have been more helpful with Ger 

Walsh on the end of the phone on a daily basis. He also helped us with 

equipment and courses. We also receive two full First Aid kits from 

Alison in Youghal Pharmacy which was a great help. 

On the playing front our Juniors took part in the County league division 

4 and lost out to Lisgoold in the championship. With every game you 

could see an improvement in their skill and positioning and their dedication 

to training has to be admired. With 1 year's experience behind them 

all are waiting on 2012 for the action to recommence. 

Gaelic 4 Mothers kicked off in April 2011 when we had over 25 women 

of all ages out on the field on a weekly basis all having the craic. The 

laughter could be heard all through the club with the result that some of 

the men were looking to train with us for a bit of fun! We were lucky 

enough to be chosen to play in Parnel Park at the interval of the All 

Ireland league finals this May, which was the highlight of the year for this 

dedicated group of mothers. During July they participated in the Munster 

7 a-side blitz hosted by Clonakilty and by all accounts a great day was had 

by all. 

Our juvenile teams had a very enjoyable year which the emphasis by all 

coaches being on improving the girl's skills and giving all a run in every 

game. Officially we fielded U10s, U12s, U13s & U14s in the East Cork 

Leagues and championship. Our U10s lost out narrowly to Mayfield in 

the plate final. Our U12s won the East Cork double beating Midleton in 

both finals, while our U14s lost the championship final to near neighbours 

Inch Rovers. Highlight of the season for the U14 panel was participation 

in the Féile competition were we hosted Sean O'Heslins, the Leitrim 

county champions. A fantastic weekend was had by all with friendships 

been formed that will last for many a year to come. Our U10s & U8s also 

participated in blitzs hosted by Ballyphehane and Passage, many thanks 

to both clubs for fantastic day's entertainment. 

As 2011 draws to close Youghal Ladies Football Club would like to thank 

all of it's sponsors, coaches and mentors for giving generously of their 

time, both Cork & the East Cork Boards for all of their advice, support 

and encouragement in our first year and to all parents and supporters who 

really encourage the girls in every match.Finally to all of the girls many 

thanks for the dedication shown in both training and matches and here's 

to 2012. As ye all sing "Lets Go Youghal lets Go", Eochaill Abú. 

2011 AGM 

Recently in Club Áras a well attended Ladies Gaelic Football Club AGM 

was held in which highlights and memories from our inaurgual year were 

presented and discussed in detail. It was decided to form a Minor Football 

team in addition to our current Junior, Gaelic4Mothers, U14, U12 & U10 

teams. The following officers were elected. 

Chairperson / Cathaoirleach - Catriona Bulman; Vice Chairperson / Leas- 

Chathaoirleach - Finbarr O'Mahoney; Secretary / Rúnaí - Gordon 

Kingsley; Vice Secretary / Rúnaí Cúnta- Cormac Galvin; Treasurer / 

Cisteoir - Eleanor Hegarty; Registrar / Cláraitheoir - Claire Kennedy 

PRO / Cumarsáid - Cormac Galvin; Child Welfare Officer / Cúram Páistí 

- Áine Martin; County Board Delegates / Toscaire/Coiste na nÓg - John 

O'Sullivan, Gordon Kingsley & Mary Fox; East Cork Board Deleagates - 

Catriona Bulman & Claire Kennedy; Parents Committee / Coistí na 

dTuistí - Sandra Murphy, Maria Hannon 

The following Managers for 2012 were also ratified 

Junior - Ger Fox; Minor / Fé 18 - Catherine Coleman; U14 / Fé 14 - 

Finbarr O'Mahoney; U13 / Fé 13 - Finbarr O'Mahoney; U12 / Fé 12 - 

Gordon Kinsley; U10 / Fé 10 - John O'Sullivan; U8 / Fé 8 - Ivan O'Flynn 

Best of luck to all involved in 2012. 

Claycastle Pitch & Putt 

Over the past seven weeks the Club's turkey competitions have been taking 

place and have now come to an end. Although weather conditions 

were not on our side, members still braved the cold weather in the ever so 

popular turkey competitions. Congratulations to all the prizewinners over 

the seven weeks. The Club would like to thank the following butchers for 

sponsoring the competitions: Sammy's butchers, Sean Twomey and The 

Butcher Boy. 

On Sunday last the annual Christmas Fayre came to an end in what was a 

well supported and well run competition. The format of the competition 

was Singles Strokeplay and the presentation of prizes took place after 

Sunday's game where Billy Kenefick won the overall nett prize and All 

Ireland champion Anthony O' Loughlin won the overall gross. In the 

ladies' category Rita Ryall won the number one prize with Joy Bryan taking 

the overall gross on the day. A special thanks to all who helped with 

the catering on the day and for those who repeatedly put hours of work 

into our course for which we are very proud. 

Claycastle are delighted to announce that the Club has been named as the 

course of the month on the FIPPA website for the month of December 

2011. FIPPA is the governing body of pitch and putt in the world and was 

created in March 2006. Every month FIPPA bring you photos and details 

of one of the many beautiful and challenging Pitch and Putt courses from 

around the world. We,as a Club,are honored by the announcement that 

Claycastle is the course of the month for December and will now join a 

list of clubs worldwide who have previously achieved this, such as courses 

in the USA, Australia and courses all across Europe. 

Claycastle course is considered to be one of the finest but toughest in 

Ireland. We hope that the Club and the town will benefit as a result in the 

future. 

We have recently created a Club website which we hope can bring information 

to any beginners thinking of taking up the great game of pitch and 

putt or players returning to play the game. The website can be found at 

http://claycastlepitchandputtclub.weebly.com/ 

The committee of Claycastle pitch and putt club would like to wish all it's 

sponsors and it's members a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 

Prizewinners at the Christmas Fayre 2011 

THANKSGIVING 

MIRACLE PRAYER 

Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for 

many favours, this time I ask for a special one (mention 

here). 

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 in 

thanksgiving. Never know to fail Amen. 

T.F.

In Memoriam 

In Memoriam 

Heartfelt thanks to 

Sacred Heart, Our Lady, 

St. Jude, Padre Pio. 

For Favours Received. 

Heartfelt thanks. 

A.H. 

7th Anniversary - December 22nd 

John Delaney 

We thought of you with love today but that is nothing new 

We thought about you yesterday and days before that too, 

We think of you in silence we often speak your name 

All we have are memories and your picture in a frame 

Your memory is our keepsake with which we'll never part 

God has you in His keeping we have you in our hearts. 

Loved and remembered every day, your loving wife Josie, 

your daughters, son Maurice and grandchildren X X 

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE 

John Bradley 

Whose birthday occurs on 21st Dec. 2011 

CHRISTMAS REMEMBRANCE OF 

Denis Murphy 

9, Knockaverry, Youghal. 

Whose 8th Anniversary occured on October 13th 

Those who think of John today, 

A little prayer to Jesus say. 

Always loved and remembered by 

your sister Catherine and family. 

5th Anniversary 

MARY O’KEEFFE 

(MRS O’) 

Late of The Paddock, Railway Ridge, 

Summerfield, Youghal, Co. Cork. 

A prayer from the one who loved you, 

A memory fond and true, 

In my heart you will live forever, 

Because I thought the world of you. 

Forever and always Mams James 

“They say time heals many things, 

But not the sadness Christmas brings. 

The pain in our hearts will always remain, 

Until the day we meet again. 

Remembered by Margaret and family and extended 

families 

Treasured memories of our wonderful parents 

12TH ANNIVERSARY 

Rose Kelly 

(nee Dower) 

Kenneallys Court, Youghal 

21st December 1999 

Loved and missed every day, your daughters Geraldine, Helena, 

Elizabeth and families. 

Always remembered never forgotten 

6TH ANNIVERSARY 

Oliver Kelly 

26th December 2005 

We thought of your with love today but that is nothing new 

We thought about you yesterday and days before that too. 

We think of you in silence we often speak your name 

All we have are memories and your picture in a frame. 

Your memory is our keepsake with which we’ll never part 

God has you in his keeping we have you in our hearts.

In Memoriam 

PADRAIG COYNE 

91 Knockaverry, Youghal 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND FIRST ANNIVERSARY 

January 15th 2011 

On this the 1st Anniversary of Padraig's death, his wife Aida, son Aaron, daughter 

Anya, Parents Pat and Mary, Sisters Fiona, Aoife and Ciara, Brother Conor, Mother in 

law Rada, Grandmothers Margaret and Biddy, Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, Nephews, 

Nieces and extended family wish to acknowledge and sincerely thank all those who 

sympathised and supported us on our sad and sudden loss. We would like to thank our 

friends, neighbours and relations who gave tremendous support to us during the week 

of Padraig's death. Thanks to all who called to the house, who attended the rosary, 

removal, funeral mass and burial. All those who sent Mass cards, messages of sympathy, 

floral tributes and also those who travelled long distances. A special thanks to Fr 

Patrick Winkle who affiliated all services and who made Padraig's mass so special 

also to Fr Bernard Cotter and Fr Patrick Relihan who co-celebrated the mass and to 

Caroline Foley for her beautiful singing. Sincere thanks to Colin, Pat and Billy of 

Egans undertakers and to the gravediggers. To Youghal GAA Club and Youghal 

Soccer Club for providing a guard of honour and to Michael McCarthy for playing the 

pipes on entering the cemetery. Thanks to Michael Treacy and The Nook staff for 

catering after the funeral. Special thanks to Shauna Coyne and Chris Murphy for all 

their help in New York. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust 

that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our appreciation. 

The Holy Sacrifice of the mass will be offered for your intentions. Padraig's 

Anniversary Mass will take place in the Church of The Holy Family on Sunday 

January 15th at 11am. 

1ST ANNIVERSARY 

In Loving Memory of 

Margaret (Mag) Ruxton 

nee Heaphy 

Late of Shalom House, 

Who died on 23rd December 2010 

We cried when you passed away, 

we still cry today. 

Although we loved you dearly, 

We couldn't make you stay. 

A golden heart stopped beating, 

hard working hands at rest, 

God broke our hearts to prove to us 

He only takes the best. 

Always loved and missed by her daughters Anna & Louise, 

sons-in-law Coleman and John and grandchildren Ann Marie, 

Hayley, Leah & Séan 

In Memoriam 

1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 


nee Heaphy 



The family of the late Margaret Ruxton, Anna, Damian, Albert, Louise, 

George and Wayne and extended family wish to thank all those who sympathised 

and supported us during our sad loss, those who attended the Rosary, 

Removal, Cremation, Funeral Mass and Burial. A special mention to all who 

travelled to be with us during our difficult time. We are eternally grateful. 

Thanks to all that sent mass cards, sympathy cards and floral tributes. 

Our sincere gratitude to Canon Tom Browne and to Colin, Billy, and Pat of 

Egans Undertakers for the professional manner in which they handled the 

funeral arrangements and to the Island Crematorium for their professionalism. 

Our gratitude also to the grave diggers. A special thanks to Tish and 

Geraldine. A deep felt thanks to Chris O’Brien and staff at the Coachouse. A 

special thanks to Dr. Matthews and staff and also Dr. Murphy and his team 

in South Infirmary, Cork. Also to the public health nurses and also the staff at 

Youghal District Hospital, 

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this 

acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of deep appreciation for 

the help, support and kindness given to us. 

The Holy Sacrifice of the mass has been offered for your intentions 


In Loving Memory of our Dear Mam 


nee Heaphy 

A year has come, the first one gone, 

And in our hearts, you do live on. 

We miss you mam, in so many ways, 

And will continue to do so, Til the end of our days. 

You left a big void, when you went to sleep, 

You were our shepard, and we are your sheep. 

You excelled as a person, as a friend and grandmother 

You’re one of a kind, unique, unlike any other 

Even though you’re gone, we miss you tons, 

Loved forever and always, by your grandchildren and sons. 

Sadly missed and alwyas loved by Damian, Albert, George, 

Wayne, Noreen, Tara, grandchildren & greatgrandchildren 




nee Heaphy 



God looked around his garden and saw an empty space, 

He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face 

He put his arms around you, and lifted you to rest 

God’s garden must be beautiful, he only takes the best. 

God knew you were in pain, and a cure was not to be 

So he closed your eylids and whispered come with me 

Sadly missed and always loved by your Brothers, Sisters, 

Brother-in-law, Sisters-in-law, Nieces and Nephews 




nee Heaphy 

A Nan, a mother, a sister, a friend, 

You hung on in there until the end. 

So strong you were in every way, 

We miss you more with each passing day. 

Loved and missed by Billy Dean

In Memoriam 

6th Anniversary & Birthday 

Paul Mulcahy 

Late of 8, Quain’s Terrace, Youghal 

12/12/36 - 30/12/2005 

In Memoriam 


Paul Mulcahy 


12/12/36 - 30/12/2005 

Dad I hold you close within my heart, 

And there you shall remain, 

To walk with me thoughout my life, 

Until we meet again. 

Sadly missed by your son Pádraig 

You heard a whisper, on a winter’s day, 

You heard a gentle call, you took the hand of Jesus 

And quietly left us all. 

Though absent you are very near, 

Still loved, still missed, and very dear. 

Sadly missed by your loving wife Maura. 


Paul Mulcahy 


12/12/36 - 30/12/2005 


Peter Skelly 

Whose Anniversary occurs on 24th Dec. 

Treasured memories keep you near, 

As time unfolds another year, 

Our of our lives you may be gone, 

But in our hearts you will always live on. 

Forever remembered by your son Paul, 

daughter-in-law Deirdre and 

grandaughter Megan 


Paul Mulcahy 


12/12/36 - 30/12/2005 

God looked around his garden, and saw an empty space, 

He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face. 

He put his arms around you, and lifted you to rest, 

God’s garden must be beautiful, he only takes the best. 

God knew you were in pain, and a cure was not to be, 

So he closed your eyelids, and whispered come to me. 

Sadly missed by your fiancee Melissa, and daughters Kelsey, 

Courtney and Candice and his son James. Never Forgotten 


In memory of a loving wife, mother and grandmother 

Your presence we miss, 

Your memory we treasure, 

Loving you always, 

Forgetting you never. 

Always loved by your son Philip, daughterin-law 

Angela and grandchildren David, 

Simon, Paul & Joanne 

~ Nellie O’Riordan ~ 

Late of 6 Kilcoran Place, Youghal 

Who died on January 5th 2004 

No last farewells were spoken, 

No time to say goodbye, 

You were gone before we knew it, 

Only God knows why 

Always Missed, Never Forgotten by 

Jerh, Marie, John, Brian, Sinéad & Kevin

“CYCLING FOR OUR CLUB” LAUNCHED AT 

YOUGHAL GAA CLUB 

Youghal GAA Club launched a fundraising cycle from Youghal to 

Waterford at Club Aras recently. There will be 10 teams of 6 cyclists who 

will be taking part. Each team member will be expected to raise €100; 

Each team will have to get a sponsor for €100. So in total, each team will 

be expected to raise €700. This will raise a total fund of €7,000 hopefully. 

With deductions for accommodation expenses, etc, we hope to make a 

net profit of €5,000 on the venture. 

The cycle will depart from Club Áras at 9.30am on Saturday morning, 

January the 28th. There will be a number of stops at water & food stations 

along the way. These stops will allow the "peleton" to re-group, before 

heading off again. The plan is to arrive in Waterford in one group at 2.30 

approx. Accommodation will be provided in Waterford. 

After a meal later that evening, the group will head to greyhound racing 

at Kilcohan Park & then an early bed 

The timelines for the return trip will be the same. This will most likely be 

the most difficult leg as the cyclists may be facing the south-westerly 

winds. The cyclists areexpect to return to Youghal at 2.30pm approx on 

Sunday the 29th of January and cycle through the streets of Youghal 

before finishing at Club Áras. 

After showers & refreshments at "Our Club", we hope to have an evening 

of entertainment & craic to celebrate the event & also celebrate the fact 

that the playing season will be upon us once again. 

For any enquiries on the event contact Kevin Curtin on 087 8128306 or 

Derek Kiely on 089 4191901 

- In Memoriam - 

Acknowledgement and First Anniversary 

Mary Frances Brosnan 

The family of the late Mary Frances Brosnan, Front Strand, wish 

to thank all those who sympathised with us on our sad loss. We 

extend our gratitude to those who visited the house, attended the 

funeral mass and burial, sent mass cards, messages of condolence 

and floral tributes. A particular thanks to all those who travelled 

long distances to be with us. Our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful 

friends, neighbours and relatives for all their support which we 

deeply appreciate. A special thanks to Canon Tom Browne, 

Father Pat Hannon and all at Egan's Funeral Directors. We also 

wish to thank all those in the Bons Secours Hospital and CUH 

who took such wonderful care of Mary Frances during her illness. 

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please 

accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. 

Anniversary mass at 10am mass in the Strand Church, 

Youghal, on Thursday, 29th December. 

41st Birthday Remembrance for 

John Bradley 

Whose birthday occurs on Wed. 21st Dec. 

No cards or gifts to give, but all our love as long as we live. 

Look after him Lord, don’t leave him alone, 

On his 41st Birthday, far away from home. 

Dan O'Sullivan President, Ger Motherway Chairman, Mayor of Youghal Eoin 

Coyne, Mikey O'Regan Vice-Chairman and John Bulman, Youghal Cycling Club. 

If heaven had a number, we would call you on the phone, 

To wish you a Happy Birthday, and ask you to come home. 

Loved and missed every day by his mam Kathleen, Mary, 

Jerry, Justin, Jennifer, Niamh, Frank, Frankie, Colm, Lily, 

Jake, Micheala, Sinead and Mick 

THANKSGIVING 

MIRACLE PRAYER 

Barry Ring, Fergal Cullinane, Kevin Curtin, Greg Hill, Bill Cooper, Mickey 

Downing and Derek Kiely P.R.O. 

Adrian Curtin, Victor Cahill, Alan Geary, Mayor of Youghal Eoin Coyne, Keith 

McCarthy, Simon Celusta and Brendan Ring. 

Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked for many 

favours, this time I ask for a special one, 

(mention here) 

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. 

Grateful Thanks T.F.

Youghal GAA Club Annual 

General Meeting 

Youghal GAA Club held its Annual General Meeting at Club Áras with a 

very big attendance present. The outgoing Chairman of the Club David 

Kilgannon thanked everyone who helped the club and himself over the 

previous 12 months and congratulated the players and selectors of all 

teams in the club at all grades. 

Present was the Uachtaran Chumman Luthcleas Gael Crioistor O Cuanna 

who also spoke to the meeting encouraging everyone to support the club 

for the coming year. The President congratulated the Chairman of 

Youghal GAA clubs underage section Fergal Keenaghan and his committee 

and team of voulanters for their great work within the club and he singled 

out Youghal GAA's Cul Camp as one of the most organised events 

in the country. 

Cork County Board and Youghal GAA Club Culture Officer Liam O 

Laochdha echoed those sentiments and remarked that there will be two 

significant dates in March for the Uachtaran. 

We also, at this time, remember all those associated with the club who 

have gone to their eternal reward. Former players, young and old, some 

unexpectedly, passed away during the year and we remember Pádraig 

Coyne, Tom Pomphrett, Donal O'Neill, Frank O'Brien. Recently, a great 

friend to many of us, Tony O'Connell, a man who did tremendous work 

for the club in maintaining fields and premises was called to his eternal 

reward and we remember him tonight also. To all members, supporters 

and families who suffered bereavements during the year, we extend our 

deepest sympathy. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-amanacha. Our annual Mass 

for deceased members and friends will be celebrated early in the New 

Year, as it was not permissible to do so tonight. 

Club Áras continues to go from strength to strength under the hard work 

and guidance of Ken Bulman. The courtesy and commitment of Ken and 

all his staff has to be acknowledged by all and without his drive, the 'buzz' 

around the place would be missing. Special mention must also go to 

Deirdre McCarthy for the assistance she has given Ken and the time she 

has put into the club, particularly recently. Caroline Malone, who has just 

completed a three year FÁS term, is thanked too for the additional work 

she has put into the club when required. Special thanks also to Tony Kelly 

who puts in a lot of voluntary time in the club helping out. Our thanks to 

all who use the club facilities and we would ask members to think of supporting 

your club throughout the year when possible. 

FÁS; To all the FÁS employees who are doing wonderful work, in maintaining 

our fields and within Club Aras, the club wishes to thank you for 

your help and dedication to the club and the pride you take in working for 

the club. Our club could not be as active as it is without your input. 

BOARD DELEGATES; To Paddy Coleman, Billy Carroll, John Parker 

and Mickie Walsh, who represent us at County Board and East Cork 

Board we thank them for their commitment in attending these meetings. 

Also, to any member who may have attended or represented the club 

through the year, thank you very much. 

INTER-COUNTY; Congratulations to Bill Cooper who played Senior 

Hurling Championship with Cork this year, the first Youghal player to do 

so since 1984. Congratulations also to players who represented the club 

on Imokilly Hurling and Football teams and who played at College level. 

UNDER-AGE SECTION; To the hard working committee members, 

selectors and parents who look after our juvenile members, I would like 

to say a big thank you to the juvenile club officers, under the guidance of 

Cathaoirleach, Fergal Keenaghan, your trojan work is beginning to reap 

its rewards and the club are indebted to all of you for your efforts. Our 

juvenile club continues to go from strength to strength and the numerous 

titles won, at all grades, during the year is proof of this. The juvenile section 

of the club is in good hand and it will not be long before we see the 

fruits of their labour breaking into the adult club. Congratulations to all 

involved and best wishes for 2012. 

LADIES FOOTBALL; 2011 saw the official launch of Youghal Ladies 

Football club, under the guidance of Catriona Hill and Cormac Galvin. A 

young and vibrant club that will go from strength to strength no doubt and 

we wish them all the best for the future. 

YOUGHAL CAMOGIE CLUB; This branch of Gaelic Games continues 

to expand, due to the dedicated work of their club officers, committee 

and mentors. Congratulations are extended to them on their successes 

during the year and best wishes for 2012. 

SCHOOLS; We would like to thank all the schools in the parish for their 

continued promotion of Gaelic Games throughout the year. To the teachers 

and principals thanks for allowing our coaches, Siobhán Downing, 

assisted by Shane Spillane, Daniel Mulcahy, and Ken Dempsey, the time 

to teach the skills of our national games to the young boys and girls. Also 

thanks to John Parker, who liaises with all schools and looks after gear 

etc., for the matches. Keep up the good work as the benefits are already 

there to see and a special thank you to Christy Cooney who donated Club 

Jerseys to our local National Schools. 

FIRST AID; Thanks to all the various "physio teams" who looked after 

our injured players during the year. This year we had some serious 

injuries and it is good to see them all on the road to recovery. To Dr. 

Michael Twomey, who also gives his time and attention to our players, 

when asked to do so, we thank you sincerely. 

REFEREES/UMPIRES/LINESMEN/HELPERS; The club currently 

has three registered Referees, in Shaun Oliphant, Jim Daly and Christy 

Hennessy. A directive, issued from Croke Park earlier this year, outlined 

that for insurance purposes and Official Referee must be appointed for all 

games, including challenge games. This might have made things difficult, 

but we would like to thank all three club referees who willingly gave of 

their time, free of charge during the year, when asked to referee challenge 

games and it is great to see, what has always been club policy in this 

regard still continuing. We would also like to acknowledge their willingness 

to referee schools games when requested. 

To all who gave of their time in preparing teams, ie. jersey minding, 

water, hurleys etc., a big thank you to all. To the many people who provided 

refreshments for teams or after training sessions, a míle buíochas 

duit. 

SOCIAL COMMITTEE; To all those who support and organise our various 

social activities, during the year, a big thank you. Special thanks to 

the Dinner Dance committee, who recently organised a wonderful night 

in the club. 

Organising club events, particularly when our main hall is being used is 

an onerous task and we would appeal to club members to lend a hand 

when requested to do so. Thanks also to all members and friends who support 

all these activities. 

SCÓR/TG4; Thanks to Liam Ó Laochdha for organising our participation 

in the Scór competitions during the year. Also, this year after a lot of 

persuading the club was represented on TG4's "Ceist GAA le Hector" 

quiz show. Andrew Curtin and Keith McCarthy travelled to Co. Galway 

to participate on our behalf. 

GOLF CLASSIC; The club thanks Jerry Russell and his hardworking 

organising committee for keeping the golf classic going for another year. 

Fundraising at the present time is not the easiest and we would like to 

thank all who sponsored the prizes, tee boxes, etc., and those who took 

par in this valuable club fundraiser. 

LOTTO/COUNTY BOARD DRAW/FINANCE PROJECT; A big 

thank you to all who are supporting our club Lotto, County Board Draw 

and our new Finance Project, all valuable fundraisers for the club. 

The club has four dedicated lotto teams who take turns to run the lotto on 

Monday nights. We also have some volunteers who give a hand whenever 

they can. Thank you all for continuing with the smooth running of the 

lotto. Thanks to Shaun Oliphant who distributes and collects lotto books, 

from the various people and outlets, throughout the town and surrounding 

areas. 

We would like to acknowledge and thank all the business in town for 

allowing our lotto to be sold on their premises and also those who buy and 

sell tickets. 

The County Board draw currently has a membership of over 300 and we 

thank all who continue to sell and support this draw. Thanks also to 

Finbarr Coleman, of our Finance Committee, who co-ordinates this draw 

for us. 

SPONSORS; The club is indebted to many people and businesses that 

sponsored various events in the club during the past year. To anyone who 

sponsored in any way we very much appreciate your support 

MEMBERSHIP/INSURANCE: Membership registration with Croke 

Park is now an annual requirement, for insurance purposes and so that the 

Membership Cards can be issued by them. It is important that this is done 

early as possible in the year. We have a number of categories of membership 

and our club Registrar will be only too pleased to provide details on 

request. 

CLUB SHOP; The club shop is getting bigger and it is great to see the 

children and adults now wearing our club colours around town with pride. 

Continued success to Catriona and Áine and thanks for your ongoing 

commitment to the shop. 

Elected Officers 

President Dan O'Sullivan; Chairman Ger Motherway; Vice Chairman 

Michael O'Regan; Secretary Alan Hennessy; Treasurer Ned O'Connell; 

PRO Derek Kiely; Culture Officer Liam O Laochdha 

Teams and Managers for 2012 

Premier Intermediate Hurling: Peter Queally; Intermediate Football: Peter 

Queally; Junior 'A' Football: Micky Walsh and fellow selectors 

Junior 'B' Hurling: Kevin Curtin; Under 21 'A' Football: Aidan Foley; 

Under 21 'B' Hurling: Con Spillane

The Congress Bell 

The Eucharistic Congress Pilgrimage Bell is originally from the 

Dominican Convent in Portsewart. It was used by the community there 

and then it was used to usher in the new millennium in Glendalough in the 

Jubilee year 2000. The idea of having a bell tour Ireland came from the 

history of St. Patrick. Cardinal Brady said the following when the pilgrimage 

of the Bell began on the 17th March 2011; 

"The Annals of Ulster record a long association between Saint Patrick and 

sacred bells. The Annals mention in particular the 'Bell of the Testament'. 

This was said to be one of the treasures buried with Saint Patrick. It is said 

to have been later willed to Saint Colmcille who gave the Bell to the 

Church in Armagh. The tradition of Patrick also has it that he would leave 

a small hand bell in every new Church he consecrated as a Bishop. 

An example of a lam-chlog of that time can be found today in the National 

Museum of Ireland. So, in his work of evangelisation, of bringing the joy 

of the Gospel to the Irish people, the bell had an honoured place in the 

mission of our National Apostle. It called the people to pray. It invited 

them to pause from their busy and distracted lives and to turn to what 

gives life to the spirit and the soul. It beckoned people to meet Jesus himself 

in his Word and in the Eucharist. 

The bell will ring out in memory of Patrick who, in spite of his personal 

weakness and the many obstacles that came his way, burned with zeal for 

the hope, life and love that the message of Christ offered to the people of 

Ireland. The bell will call every one of us to take up that mission from 

Patrick and make it our own in living out our baptismal call. 

The Congress Bell is not a megaphone shouting for attention above all the 

other noise of our lives. It is not even a special ring tone designed to stand 

out from the crowd. It is a simple bell that tolls softly. It invites each one 

of us quietly to think again about the faith that brought courage, peace 

and hope to so many generations of Irish people at home and across the 

world. For those who have forgotten or rejected their faith, it is a gentle 

call to give faith in Jesus Christ and in His Word another chance." 

The Bell is accompanied by four Icons. The Icons reflect the 4 stages of 

Mass and they invite us to spend time on reflecting on the Eucharist. The 

4 icons are: Our Lady of Refuge and St. John the Evangelist, inviting us 

to gather with them at the Eucharist: Christ the Pantocrator invites us to 

listen to the Word made Flesh: Elijah and the Raven invite us to reflect on 

the gracious gift of Christ in the Eucharist as nourishment for us: 

Pentecost invites us to glorify the Lord by living the Gospel. 

You are invited to come and ring the Bell and take part in the Liturgies on 

St. Stephens day and on Tuesday 27th December; take part in the preparations 

for the Eucharistic Congress. 

Families are invited to come to the Church to visit the Crib and ring the 

Bell in honour and adoration of Jesus, the Word who became flesh. 

The Bell will arrive from Cobh on Monday 26th at approx. 12.20 to Our 

lady of Lourdes Church 

Mass for St. Stephens Day at 12.30pm. 

5.30pm Evening Prayer. 

8.30pm Pray with the Icons concluding with Night Prayer 

Tuesday 27th December 

9.30am Rosary 

10am Mass 

1045am Begin the walk into town. 

11.45am Arrive at St. Mary's Church 

12noon Prayer and Carols 

2.15pm Bell Departs and continue walk through town to Waterford Bridge 

3pm Hand over Bell to Waterford. 

East Cork GAA News 

Tracey Kennedy Of Killeagh 

Elected Cork County Board 

P.R.O 

Congratulations to Killeagh's 

Tracey Kennedy who was elected 

as Cork County G.A.A P.R. O a 

for a three year term. Tracey who 

takes over from Bride Rovers 

clubman Ger Lane becomes the 

first female officer in the Cork 

County Board history. We wish 

her every success in her new role. 

Meantime the following are the 

draws for the 2012 County 

Championships were made at 

County Convention on Saturday 

night: 

Senior Hurling Round 1: A 

Newtownshandrum v Killeagh, B 

Cloyne v Sarsfields, C Midleton 

v Bishopstown, D Glen Rovers v 

St. Finbarr's, E Carrigtwohill v 

Courcey Rovers, F Ballymartle v Blackrock , G Douglas v Na Piarsaigh 

H Erin's Own v Bride Rovers, Round 2 (Losers) A v B, C v D, E v D, G 

v H 

Senior Hurling Divisions/Colleges Round 1: A Avondhu v Muskerry, B 

Imokilly v Duhallow, C UCC v Carbery, CIT Bye 

Round 2: CIT v Loser A, Loser B v Loser C 

Matches Involving Local Teams In Other Competitions 

Senior Football Round 1: A Castlehaven v Aghada 

Senior Football Colleges/Divisions Round 1: A Imokilly v Muskerry 

Premier Intermediate Hurling Round 1: D Blarney v Castlelyons H 

Watergrasshill v Youghal 

Intermediate Hurling Round 1: B St. Catherine's v Ballygarvan, D Fr. 

O'Neill's v Barryroe, E Aghada v Fermoy 

Intermediate Football Round 1: C Cloyne v Éire Óg, D Youghal v 

Adrigole, E Glanmire v Kildorrery 

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Coffee Morning in aid of 

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Rita Ryall and Tommy O'Connell 

Mary Hehir and Mag O'Connell 

Seoirse Hill, Leah Lenane and Cathal Murphy pictured with the Brendan Martin 

Cup won by the Cork Ladies Senior Football Team. 

Ciara, Alison and Tina O'Connell 

Gortroe Christmas Raffle Results 

1st Prize €150 Kevin Downing 

2nd Prize €100 Kevin O'Driscoll Clashadonna Youghal 

3rd Prize 5 Bags of Coal Timmy Lee 

4th Prize Turkey Robin Buckley Killeagh 

5th Prize Ham Christina Glavin Ballymadog 

6th Prize Bottle of Whiskey Noel Griffin Redbarn 

We in the Hall Committee would like to thank everyone for supporting 

our annual Bazaar again this year and to wish everybody a very Happy 

Christmas. 

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Imokilly Oil East Cork Cross Country 

Championships 

The second round of the East Cork Cross Country Championships 

(Uneven Age) took place on a showery and cold Sunday on the 4th 

December in Watergrasshill. Thanks go to host club, Carrignavar Athletic 

Club, for organising this well represented event. Congratulations go to 

Youghal AC on winning the "Maureen O'Connell" Cup for Best Juvenile 

Girl's Club and Midleton AC on winning the "Jerry Russell" Trophy for 

Best Juvenile Boy's Club. 

Juvenile Results as Follows: 

GU9 - 750m 1-S Morrisson - St Nick's AC, 2-C Barry - Youghal AC, 3- 

L McNulty - St Nick's AC. Team - 1-Youghal AC; BU9 - 750m 1-B 

Atkinson - Carrignavar AC, 2-C Smyth - Midleton AC, 3-M Amoo - 

Midleton AC. Team - 1-Midleton AC, 2-Carrignavar AC; GU11 - 1500m 

1-J Stack - Midleton AC, 2-L Sheehan - Carrignavar AC, 3-K Barrett - 

Youghal AC. Team - Youghal AC, 2-Carrignavar AC, 3-Midleton AC; 

BU11 - 1500m. 1-R Morrisson - St Nick's, 2-J O'Shea - Midleton AC, 3- 

S Aherne - Carrignavar AC. 1-Midleton AC, 2-Youghal AC, 3- 

Carrignavar AC; GU13 - 2500m 1-L Hayes - St Catherines AC, 2-T 

O'Keeffe - Midleton AC, 3-N O'Sullivan - Midleton AC. 1-Midleton AC, 

2-Carrignavar AC; BU13 - 2500m 1-L Stack - Midleton AC, 2-D 

Thompson - Midleton AC, 3-D Morrisson - St Nick's AC. Team - 1- 

Midleton AC, 2-Youghal AC; GU15 - 3500m. 1-M Aherne - Carrignavar 

AC, 2-E O'Keeffe - Youghal AC, 3-J Leahy Dignavan - St Catherines AC 

BU15 - 3500m 1-A O'Leary - Carrignavar AC; GU17 - 4000m C O'Flynn 

- Carrignavar AC, 2-L Gowen; GU19 1-P Curtin - Youghal AC 

Harbour View Upper and Oakville Residents enjoying the Coffee Morning 

Ann Hehir, Gráinne Lawlor and Angela Hehir

Doyle s Takeaway 

& Restaurant 

& Delivery Service 

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Now taking bookings for 

New Year’s Eve Home 

Catering - Book Early 

Wishing all our Customers and Friends a 

Merry Christmas and a Peaceful New Year. 

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66, North Main Street, Youghal 

Tel: 024 - 91255 

Tess and Teresa extend sincere good 

wishes to all our customers and friends at 

this Christmas time and wish Peace and 

Prosperity to all for the New Year. 

VIBEZ 

HAIR SALON 

Killeagh, Co. Cork 

Tel: 024 95771 


Customers and Friends 

a Merry Christmas 

and a Peaceful 

New Year. 

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117 North Main St., Youghal 

Tel 024 93899 

Would like to wish all our 




Jimmy Healy 

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& Sports Injury Clinic 

Also available Cranial Sacral Therapy 

Upper Strand, Youghal 

Tel: (024) 93799 or 087 8895266 

Wishing all our customers a very Happy 

Christmas and a Peaceful New Year 

Collins Town & 

Country Supplies 

Unit 3, Yawl Business Park 

Tel: 024 20655 

Would like to wish all 


Happy and Holy Christmas 

and Prosperous New Year. 

Cllr. Eoin 

Flanagan 

Contact: 087 1677449 

Would like to wish you all 

a Merry Christmas 

and a Happy New Year 

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HAIRDRESSING 

74 North Main Street, 


024 25861 

Tigi Colour - Full Colour Degree Salon 

& Stockists of Tigi Bed Head 

Wishing all our customers a Happy 

Christmas and Peaceful New Year 

Roma Grill 


Tel: 024 92142 

OPEN Christmas Eve 12-8p.m. 






Tel: 024-91062 / 087-6918065 


A Happy and 

Peaceful Christmas 

Coast 

Physiotherapy 

Clinic 


Tel 024 85010 or 087 6795192 

Wishing all my patients a Happy 

Christmas and New Year 

Thanking you for your continued support 

Lesley Boland, 

Chartered Physiotherapist 

7 South Main Street, 

Youghal, Co. Cork 

024 - 93684 


and Friends a 


Peaceful New Year.

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Vibration Massage Therapy Improves 

Quality of Life for the Elderly 

Is vibration exercise safe for those who suffer from 

osteoporosis? 

This is a terrific question. Whole-body vibration (WBV) is a new type 

of exercise that uses an oscillating platform on which the individual 

stands or sits. Manufacturers of these exercise plates claim benefits 

ranging from increasing muscle and bone strength to improving balance, 

flexibility and circulation. In recent years whole body vibration 

has been used in research with the elderly in the prevention of osteoporosis 

and bone fractures, and the improvement of the blood circulatory 

system with very positive results. Sessions should be no more than 

ten minutes and it is advised that a glass of water should be drunk 

before each session. 

Extract from whole-body vibration training by: Professor Barbra 

Resnick PhD, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP - Baltimore. 

Kay Smith discovered the benefits of whole-body vibration exercise 

after a bone density test at the age of 50 which showed that she had lost 

20% of her bone density in just two years. She was prescribed the highest 

dosage of Fosamax but wasn't happy to take pills so she looked into 

natural means of building bone. 

In December 2004, she began using a whole body vibration unit 

(vibroplate) three times a week. Eight months later her bone density 

has increased in the spine by 3.5%, in the right hip by 2.5% and in the 

left hip by 2.2%. 

"I was hoping" - says Kay, " to stop any more bone loss, but I actually 

built bone while going through the menopause, a time when bone loss 

is particularly rapid for women". I also completely avoided the use of 

drugs and hormones - Kay Smith. 

An article in "Osteoporosis International 2007" reported major increases 

in bone formation as a result of whole-body vibration training. 

At Leisuretime we offer our whole-body vibration units (vibroplates) 

for rental at €80 for six weeks, that includes delivery and a fully 

explained demonstration by our very capable staff and we are always 

at the end of a phone for any questions or advise needed. 

Leisuretime was established over 15 years ago and has vast experience 

in whole-body vibration therapy. The feedback from our past and present 

customers speak for itself in relation to such ailments as: bone density, 

blood circulation, backache, constipation etc., and if you are interested 

in purchasing at the end of the rental period, we will deduct the 

rental fee off the price of a new unit. Call our team on 021 - 4885444. 

Peter Daly, 61 years, Dunmanway. 

"Over the years I have been suffering a softening in my bones, I started 

using whole-body vibration exercising a year ago and I have to say 

my condition has improved greatly. I also feel a lot more flexible and 

I'd certainly recommend a vibroplate to anyone who has the same condition 

as I have". 

Maeve O'Neill, Model Farm Road, Bishopstown. 

"Blood circulation was a problem for me, in my feet and hands. I rented 

a Leisuretime vibroplate and found by using it first thing in the 

morning it really warmed up my whole body. I use it twice a day, in the 

morning and in the evening, especially during cold weather. 

Professor Barbra Resnick PhD, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP - Baltimore 

"Ten minute sessions daily has shown results in enhancing bone 

strength, improving blood circulation and muscle growth. Whole body 

vibration exercising has been around for some time now and the results 

show it is very much here to stay."

Christmas Carol Singing at North Main Street 

Organised By Youghal Concerned Citizens Group 

Geraldine Mulcahy and pupils of Bunscoil Mhuire who sang Christmas Carols 

Youghal Credit Union present Sponsorship 

Cheque for €1,000 to YCC Group towards “A 

Dickens Christmas in Youghal Festival” 

Mr Barry Treacy, Manager Youghal Credit Union presenting a cheque for €1,000 

to Jim Flanagan Chairman YCC Group. Also included are YCC Committee 

Members Lil Danne, Kay Curtin, Adrian Hyde and Ruth Vance. 

One of the Backdrops painted by St Raphaels Residents for the recent YCC Group 

Festival 

Sinead, Hannah and Alfie Russell pictured with Santa at the “A Time for Giving” 

organised by YCC Group


Over 100 guests spanning Youghal's business, politics, sport, art and culture 

sectors attended the official re-launch of the Walter Raleigh hotel. 

Local man-made-GAA President Christy Cooney spearheaded the occasion, 

formally declaring the premises open for business on a night in 

which optimism and belief refused to be submissive to the town and country's 

grim economic circumstances. 

The hotel has been functioning under the management of Cork city-based 

Atlantic Hospitality Services (AHS) since going into liquidation last 

September. Meantime AHS has invested over €30,000 in a non-structural 

renovation programme on the 109 year-old premises, it’s sixth acquisition 

in Ireland and it’s 14th internationally. Mr Cooney described the refurbishment 

as "part of a new beginning" for the town, while invoking the 

need for locals and the town's diaspora alike to avail of the hotel's services 

in the challenging years ahead. Mayor Eoin Coyne echoed these sentiments 

and in conveying his and the town council's best wishes, said the 

town council would support the enterprises in whatever way it could. 

Colours 

Much of the new management's money has been spent on the ground 

floor. "We've completely redecorated the multi-purpose function room 

and the reception area," says AHS Regional Sales & Marketing Manager, 

Joanna Hannick, in deference to the strong emphasis on cream and beige 

colouring throughout. The scheme is complimented by appropriate mood 

....continued overleaf 

Laura Hyde and Mags Deady 

Mayor of Youghal Eoin Coyne, Cllr. Mary 

Linehan-Foely and Alan Deady Manager 

Walter Raleigh Hotel. 

GAA President Christy Cooney, Caroline Browne Regional Financial Controller 

Atlantic Hospitality and Ken Brookes of Brookes Super Valu. 

Barabara O'Donovan (Duty Manager) Laura Barron (Receptionist), Cliff Winser, 

Paula Tutty (Receptionist), Stephen O'Connor (Manger Atlantic Hospitality) and 

Joanna Hannick (Sales and Marketing Manager),

REFURBISHED WALTER RALEIGH PLANS FOR BRIGHT FUTURE 

....continued 

lighting and a new burgundy carpet in the function room, where bright, 

beige and pink patterned curtains further appease the eye. "It's classic, 

elegant and brings a totally new feel to the hotel," smiles Joanna. 

Much of the kitchen's equipment has been replaced while the re-launch 

also showcased a modern approach to wedding style, as white chair covers 

bedecked with blue (interchangeable) sashes posed beside tables bearing 

candelabras and napkin folds in fleur-de-lis style. 

Upstairs, the 41 spacious bedrooms, many offering scenic vista of the 

Blackwater, have been thoroughly and professionally cleaned, with further 

adjustments made to decor. 

The re-launch brings impetus to the town's on-going efforts to establish a 

core identity as a family-friendly resort rich in leisure, art and heritage 

attractions. In terms of local employment, the hotel provides work for 

approximately 30 full & part-time staff with, as one would expect, 

increased numbers anticipated over peak periods. 

Menu 

The new management team is led by 

Alan Deady from Ballymacoda, 

while new head chef James Hallinan 

hails from Ladysbridge. James, 

arriving from the renowned 

Pepperstack bistro, Aghada, brings 

an extensive range of delights to the 

table, including Sir Walter Steak - 

6oz prime Irish Sirloin cooked on a 

warm Ciabatta with Red Onion 

Marmalade and Hand Cut Fries 

(€12) Ardsallagh Goats Cheese 

filled with Roasted Red Pepper 

(€7.50) and Steaming Mussels, 

served with Coconut & Chilli Sauce, 

finished with Fresh Herbs (€7.50). 

Various pates and desserts of the 

homemade genre can be heaped on 

top of that indulgence, according to the menu. 

Helen Keane and Cliff Winser 

Over the coming weeks and months, the hotel will increase it’s efforts to 

draw custom from local organisations in a bid to maximise the use and 

potential of the refurbished function room facility particularly. If the 

admiring glances thrown at the refreshed setting on the re-launch night 

are reliable indicators, brisk business should ensue. Interestingly, the 

compliments were two-way with Waterford-based Ms Hannick "very 

Barabara O'Donovan (Duty Manager) Laura Barron (Receptionist), John 

Dunphy Manager TSB Youghal and Joanna Hannick (Sales and Marketing 

Manager). 

impressed by the beautiful landscape of Youghal and the natural friendliness 

of the people." 

In business terms the marketing manager observes, "It's very basic to get 

hospitality right; a warm welcome, friendly service, good food, clean 

atmosphere and a comfortable bed. The Walter Raleigh guarantees this 

and more." Sounds like reason enough to stay the weekend. 

Inquiries, etc: Walter Raleigh Hotel: (024) 92011; email: info@walterraleighotel.com 

Website: www.walterraleighhotel.com 

Virgil Murphy, Gosia Kmicikiewicz and Joe 

Murphy 

Ciara and Sandra Kiely 

Robert Smiddy pictured with Tom 

Dalton of Dungarvan Brewing 

Company 

Canon Tom Browne, Helen Keane and 

Norman MacDonald

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