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TWEETS OF THE WEEK INSIDE YOUR CHRONICLE We want to hear your news and views @limerick_leader @Rubberbandits @NiallQuinnLK73 @CampaignforLeo NEWS ...... 1-10 SUITSYOU,SIR DoloresO’Riordan Justhome from paying re- Foranyone who grew KEEP IT LOCAL ...... 14 has died, Rest In spects to @the_cranberries up in Ireland in the Co-ordination is keyif THE GUIDE ...... 17 Peace. Very sad #DoloresORiordan with 1990s, Dolores O’Ri- OUT &ABOUT ...... 18-19 youwanttoget the dayfor Limerick, Eoin+Eric from @thehitchers ordan wasthe voice of MEGHANN MIX ...... 22 most out of thatsuit, alegend gone Heartwarming to meetso ageneration. As the fe- PROPERTY ...... 23-34 manyfamiliar oldfaces. A male lead singer of a writes Man About FASHION &HEALTH ...... 35-42 lovely gesturefromher hugely successful rock ILOVELIMERICK ...... 44-45 Town, Patrick family to allow #Limerick say band, she blazed atrail MOTORS ...... 47-49 McLoughney, pages goodbye. Befitting thatthe and mightjusthave CLASSIFIEDS ...... 50-52 38-39 heavens openedaswewere been Limerick’s SPORT ...... 53-55 going in to seeher greatest everrockstar Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 3 N EWS

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NON-consultant hospital doctors (NCHDs) and in- terns at University Hospital Limerick will schedule a 20%Our Best AvOFFailable Rate ballot for industrial action Book by 31st January2018 forstays until 8th March2018 next week if there is no Payment required at time of booking is non-refundable. resolution over the ongoing Applies to new bookings only.Roomrateonly. payment row. Terms &Conditions Apply Last week, the Irish Med- ical Organisation’s NCHD committee votedunanim- Call 01 648 1000 ously to support a ballot for A decision will be made this week if Irish Medical Organisation e: [email protected] industrial action if pay- members at UHL will ballot for industrial action next week ment “for all hours worked is not forthcoming” th i s of HR on Thursday, 25 ities as an employer with the www.trinitycityhotel.com Thursday, it saidin corres- January at 3:30pm to discuss utmost seriousness. pondence to UHL doctors. thesituation and attemptto Equally, theexecutive atUL The issue surrounds a reach aresolution without a Hospitals Group has a fidu- dispute between the interns ballot forindustrial action. ciary duty interms of man- and hospital management If this is unsuccessful, we agingpublic monies. We over non-paymentof un- will schedule aballot for the have a responsibilitytocon- rostered overtime. following week,”the corres- trol payroll costsin the in- A source said that interns pondence said. terests of protecting and NCHDs are “ready to Two weeks ago, the UL services to our patients.” press forward with indus- Hospitals Group said that it The spokesperson said trial action”. Sources have issued €2.5m in overtime that it“rejects any assertion saidthat it will push fora payments between October that unrostered overtime at limerick strand hotel ballot if unrostered over- and December and that “a ny claims, once theagreed pro- time is notpaid by January outstanding claims for un- cess has been followed, are 25, this Thursday. rostered overtime, where not being honoured”. A representative from approved by line managers, The spokesperson previ- theIMO told UHL union will be paid in the January ously said: “Each year, UL members that theywillbe pay periods”. Hospitals Group welcomes available this Tuesday after- Regarding the ongoing medical interns to the noon foran “in-person up- pay dispute, the spokes- Group as part of theiron- d ate”. person said that it “g r eatl y going training and we “We have scheduled a values thehard work and greatly value the hard work meeting with your IMO rep- dedication of our interns”. done byall of our highly resentative and theDirector “We take our responsibil- skilled NCHDs.”

The prosecutions before the court relatedto motorists Ban mooted for whohad not paid for on- street parking, who had parked in loading bays or who had parked on double- parking offences yellow lines. Offences relating to cars ▲ CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 by the council. parked on footpaths and the In eachof the 97 cases be- use of disabled spaces were the offending vehicles. fore the court earlier this also before the court. “I t ’s ridiculous,”s a i d month a traffic warden gave In the vast majority of Judge O’Leary. “How often evidence outlining the date cases, the defendantwas not askabout our arewe seeing people with10 and location of the specific of- in court for the proceedings or 20 prosecutions,”she fence as well as confirming and no defence or mitigation FrEE trIaL ad d e d . details of theoffending was put forward. Foryou &aFrIEnd While nobodywas dis- vehicle.The courtwas also Fines were imposed in qualified from driving on the told a ticket hadbeen issued cases where convictions were day, Judge O’Leary indicated in theusual way buthad not recorded with the defendant she is considering disquali- been paid inthe prescribed also being ordered to pay the fying any future repeat of- time despite areminder costs and expenses of the fenders who areprosecuted letter having been sent. local authority. 4LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8 N EWS

T R I B U T ES : PRESIDENT HIGGINS PAYS LAST RESPECTS AT CROSS’ FUNERAL HOME WINNING STREAK Nurse wins €32 k on TV gameshow SHIRLEY Leen from New- castle West, a nurse by profession, bagged a hand- Final farewell for Dolores some €32,000 in cash on the National Lottery Win- ning Streak show on RTE One on Saturday. O’Riordan at funeral Mass ANIMALS Council seizes FI N TA N WALSH e-mail: f i nta n .wa l s h @ l i m e r i c k l ead e r. i e Twitter: @FintanY TWalsh unlicenced horses LIMERICK City and FAMILY, friends and fans of County Council says three the late Limerick rock star loose horses which were seized at Riverside Park, and Cranberries lead Dock Road at the weekend singer, Dolores O’R i o rd a n , will be disposed of if they will say their final farewell are not claimed by their at her funeral Mass this ow n e r s . Tuesday morning. The body of the 46-year-old EVENT mother-of-three, who died last Monday in London, ‘On the nail’ will be laid to rest at a private family burial fol- literary gathering lowing requiem Mass at THE guests at the next On 11.30am this Tuesdayat St the Nail literary gathering A i l b e s’ Church in her home are English language pro- parish Ballybricken. fessor Graham Allen, and Dolores' remains re- Lori O’Hanlon. It takes posed at Cross'Funeral place on Tuesday, Feb- Home, Ballyneety, this ruary 6 from 8pm in Chez Monday from 4pm followed le Fab cafe. by the removal at 8pm to her local church in Bally- b r ic ke n . H E A LT H Among the eminent faces payingtheir respects to the Managing your international rock star was President of Ireland Michael migraine seminar DHiggins, whoarrivedat A FREE seminar to help C ro s s’ Funeral Home people living with mi- shortly before 4pm. graine learn more about Paying tribute to Dolores the condition will take outside the funeral home, place at the Limerick President Higgins said: Strand Hotel this “Limerick has every rightto Thursday from 7 to 9pm. be very, very proud ofsome- President of Ireland Michael D Higgins leaving Cross’ Funeral Home in Ballyneety PICTURE: MICHAEL COWHEY Email [email protected] to body that was up there at the reserve a place. very, very beginning.” On Sunday afternoon, served for family,friends and after the Mass. In conjunction with the have a one-waytrafficman- thousands of people braved and parishioners only, the Family friend, Canon gardai, stewards will facil- agement plan in place and H E A LT H treacherous weather condi- Catholic Communications Liam McNamara will be the itate mourners and help to the co-operation by tions to pay their last re- Office said. chief celebrants of theMass, direct traffic. As the church everyone in attendance 51 patients treated spects at Dolores Members of the press will concelebrated by parish is on the bend of a narrow would be appreciated. O’R i o rd a n ’s publicreposal be kept at a respectful dis- priest Fr James Walton, road, parking is very limited It has been confirmed on trolleys at UHL at St Joseph’s Church. tance from thechurch Archbishop of Cashel and and priority will be given to that Limerick’s Live 95FM St Ailbes’Church, which grounds, and camera equip- Emly Kieran O’Reilly, and members ofthe family, will live broadcast Dolores ACCORDING to figures has a limited capacity of 200 ment by the media will be Archbishop Emeritus friends, neighbours and pa- O’R i o rd a n ’s funeral Mass published by the Irish seats, will be strictly re- forbidden before, during Dermot Clifford. rishioners. The gardaí will on Tuesday. Nurses and Midwives Or- ganisation on Monday morning, there were 51 patients being treated on ED trolleys and extra trol- leys or beds in UHL wards. Gardai interview man over alleged grooming of children E D U CAT I O N Call for schools to GARDAI have interviewed a tact via online was aged 16. Leader on Saturday morning gardai at Henry Street re- man in connection with al- The investigation is being that they are “i nve s t i g at i n g ceivedseparate reports on join Ecorangers leged grooming of children. handled by the Garda Pro- the allegation regarding the various datesin January, Bord na Móna is calling It is understood theprobe tective Services Unit, the alleged grooming”. while another complaint was for more Limerick schools surrounds an adult male who Limerick Leader was told. Gardai attached to Mayor- made at Mayorstone station to join the 22 already allegedly communicated on- It has been confirmed that stone and Henry Street garda in recent days. signed up to its Eco line with a number of minors, the male was interviewed last stations are investigating the Rangers programme It is understood that Henry including a 10-year-old, in re- Saturday evening, and a file is matter after receiving a which aims to teach chil- Street garda station received a cent weeks. to be submitted to the Dir- number of reports within the dren about their natural number of reports of alleged It is understood that the ector of Public Prosecutions. last two weeks. environment. Check ecor- g roo m i n g PICTURE: ADRIAN BUTLER oldest minor allegedly con- Gardai confirmed to the It is understood that angers.ie for details. Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 5

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COMMUNIT Y: VARADKAR MEETS PROMISE TO VISIT CITY SCHOOL CUM OLDER PERSONS CENTRE Unforgettable graduation as Taoiseach confers certificates

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IT was a day of celebration for 12 adult learners on the northside, as they received graduation certificates from An Taoiseach. Leo Varadkar took up an invite from St Munchin’s Centre manager Linda Ledger to see the former St L e l i a’sSchool, nowanage friendly community campus as part of his visit to Limerick. It comes two years after his last visit, when he was the Minister for Social Pro- te c t io n . Then, he promised toMs Ledger that hewould re- tu r n . And on Friday,he kept that pledge, viewing theold school which has been transformed into a site for a small hairdressing busi- ness, kitchens to serve meals on wheels and en- hanced classrooms. “I’m delighted to be part of this occasion,”Mr Varadkar said, “I want t o congratulate everyone who received theircertificates Pictured on his visit to the former St Leila’s School in Kileely, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is flanked by St Munchin’s Centre chairman Kieran O’Neill, Senator Kieran O’Donnell, today. I’m a great believer we centre manager Linda Ledger, Senator Maria Byrne, Cllr Michael Hourigan and former Finance Minister Michael Noonan PICTURES: MICHAEL COWHEY should help every indi- vidual, and every business in “If we make sure everyone gets a fair go, I fair go in life. think we can build a much you can subvert bureau- eachpartof thecountry to “Not everyone gets afair better Limerick and amuch cracy and make things reach its potential. We can think we can build a much better Limerick go, or the opportunities they better country.” h ap p e n ! only do that ifyou give and a much better country” deserve. But if we can get Speaking directly to “Yo u’d makea very good people opportunities, and those two things right, make Linda, the Taoiseachsaid: politician. It’s askill you make sure everyone gets a An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar sure everyone gets a fair go, I “I t ’s wonderful to see how h ave.”

Staff at the older persons centre pictured with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on his visit Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 7

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I N D U ST RY: ENGINEERING FIRM PLANS DOUBLING OF ITS WORKFORCE IN PLASSEY Widespread welcome for

H&MV jobs announcement Shannon Airport

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THERE has been a wide welcome for the region’s ‘can fly on third big jobs announce- ment of 2018. to new In the presence of Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, H &MV Engineering, based h e i g ht s’ at the National Technology Park inPlassey unveiled plans to recruit 150 staff SHANNON Airportcan hit over the next five years. the heights of almost four It is a doubling of the cur- million passengers in the rent workforce for the firm, years to come. set up in 1997. T h at’s according to An A specialist in high Taoiseach Leo Varadkar who voltage transmission and was the keynote speaker at a distribution systems, its ex- Shannon Chamber lunch in pansion comes after a2015 Dromoland Castle at the managementbuyout ofthe we e ke n d . firm led by its nowchief ex- Mid-waythrough thelast ecutive PJ Flanagan and ex- decade, Limerick’s local air- ecutive director John port hit 3.5m people annu- Sto ke s . a l l y. “This company isa Theynow stand at 1.7m, really good example of a suc- having recovered from lows cessful Irish indigenous en- of just 1.3m during thereces- terprise company which Taoiseach Leo Varadkar pictured at the announcement of the planned expansionat H&MV Engineering with PJ Flanagan, left, chief s io n . started here in Limerick, executive and John Stokes, executive director PICTURE: DON MOLONEY/PRESS 22 Mr Varadkar said: “At its worked its way up,and be- peak, Shannon had pas- come an international com- supportive our government Africa and is continuing to added: “I t ’s really positive to senger numbers of three to pany in its own right. It’s is of the indigenous sector”. “This company is a expand into other world ex- see a local company creating three-and-a-half million. something we want to see “The storyof H&MV En- really good example of port markets,” Mr O’Donnell newjobsin thearea, and the T h at’s exactly what we should more of,”the Taoiseach gineering shows how an in- s a id . doubling of theworkforce is be aiming for in theyears s a id . digenous Irish company can a successful Irish en- The jobs on offer come areal vote of confidence in ahead. We need to look to two Fine Gael’s Senate busi- grow and compete on a terprise company across a range of disciplines, the staff and Limerickin million and then go upwards ness spokesperson Kieran global stage and be a home including design engineers, ge n e ra l .” from there.” O’Donnell feels the fact the grown multi-national com- which started here in electricians and support H&MV ’s jobs come hot He said he is seeking ideas c ou ntr y ’s leader came to pany.H&MV is operating Limerick” staff, as well as electrical ap- on the heels of Jaguar Land from business to “help Limerick is “a firm state- not only in Ireland, but, in p re nt ic e s . R ove r ’s plans to create 150 Shannon to reach its poten- ment of howimportant and the UK, Europe, Asia & Leo Varadkar Labour TD Jan O’Su l l iva n new jobs in Shannon. tial which is so much more then where it is at present”. Separately, the Taoiseach welcomed the opening of the N18 Gort to Tuam road, which means Limerick is linked to Galway bymotorway for the first time. “Itdoes mean forthe first Political disillusionment ‘can make you radical’ time in Ireland, all roads, in terms of motorways, do not lead to Dublin.This connec- IF YOU’RE disillusioned Trump and Brexit for disillu- “Disillusionment is more The study found that tion between Galway and with today’s politics, you’re sioned voters. likely to happen when people whobecame disillu- Limerick will be extended to more likely to hold more ex- Disillusionment is likely p e o p l e’s convictions have sionedinthe aftermath of the connect with Corkwhen the treme political views. to occur when people’s polit- been shattered. As a result, Brexit vote endorsed more ex- M20 is complete,” he added. T h at’s according to a new ical goals are notrealised,or disillusioned peopletend to treme political views, while a Mr Varadkar said theMid- study carried outbyre- their strong convictions are fundamentally questiontheir second study found that after West is helping to lead Ireland searchers at Universityof proved inaccurate or false, understanding of therest of Donald Trump’s victory, disil- e c o n o m ic a l l y. Limerick, and published last says the research. society and the world they live lusioned Hillary Clinton “But now we want to do week in scientific journal So- PhD candidate Paul in. Embracing political con- voters shifted towards the more and better. We want to cial Psychological and Per- Maher said: “We have found victions maygive disillu- more left-wing/liberal end of ensurethe region becomes a sonality Science. that disillusionmentmay, for sioned people solace and by the political spectrum. great place to study, work and The researchers, UL’s Paul example, inspire cumulative endorsing moreextreme The authors warn that the live, providing competition JMaher and Eric RIgou, political polarisation, in political views,and political rise of political polarisation in withDublin, Corkand along with Wijnand A P van whichdifferent forms of po- activism, people hope to re- several Western democracies Galway as a city region. Tilburg(formerly of UL and larisation interact and store a sense of orientation, has coincided with a loss of “I think there are many now of King’s College worsen the divisions in polit- purpose and significance in faithin democratic pro- Dr Eric Igou and Paul Maher: grounds for optimismin that London),looked to Donald ical and social contexts. their lives,”he explained. cesses. study on radical views rega r d ,” he concluded. Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 9

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H E A LT H : RTE TO RUN SPECIAL ON MEDICAL DEVICE FOR WOMEN Volunt eers Solicitor to brief Dail needed for Team Limerick clean up

FOR THE fourth year in a on ‘mesh scandal’ row, thousands of volun- teers are expected roll up their sleeves and take part worked with RTE’s Prime- into the bowel, bladder, va- FI N TA N WALSH in the Team Limerick gina, and loss of sex life, al- e-mail: f i nta n .wa l s h @ l i m e r i c k l ead e r. i e time to deliver a programme Clean Up (TLC) this Good Twitter: @FintanY TWalsh though many women can be on survivors, scheduled to Friday, writes Jess Casey. problem-free for up to 15 broadcast this Tuesday. Thousands of volunteers years after implantation of A CITY solicitor will ad- The programme will in- across thecity and county the device, she said. dress Leinster House this terview women who have re- will take to the streets of “A common thread with ceivedthe mesh implant Limerick on March 30, to week to brief deputies on a each of the women was that and will speak of thedaily take partin themammoth “major medical device they believed they were the Melanie Power, solicitor pain and sufferingtheyex- spring clean, whichhas be- scandal” that could affect only one suffering as a result perience as aresult of the come Europe’s largest one of this device – they speak of thousands of women, loc- implant, she stated. day clean-up event. Showing some TLC thenegative impacts of a isolation, fear, depression ally and nationally. The procedure is ex- Last year, 16,779 volun- medical “m e s h ”d e v ic e plained as a“quick 20- and suicidal ideations as teers gathered more than therewas less letter tocollect MelaniePower, ofPower used to treat urinary in- minute procedure” and it they were told they were 2,600 household wheelie in certain areas than in pre- Solicitors, will lead a group continence and prolapsed can be done asa day pro- just unlucky and to manage bins of rubbish to be col- vious years, a positive sign protest outside Leinster pelvic organs in women. cedure. But the effects of the the pain with painkillers lected by MrBinmen from that the campaign is working, House on Wednesdayaf- Ms Power, who set up meshcan includedebilit- and often were told the issue 244 individual locations according to the TLC steering ternoon, beforediscussing Mesh Survivors Ireland, atingpain, mesh cutting was psychological.” across Limerick. c o m m i tte e. Mr Binman travelled Once again theTLC more than 1,200 km with steering group will be en- collection crews, theequi- couraging volunteers of all valent of driving from Lim- ages to register and getin- erick to Edinburgh and back volved in this year’s cam- Limerick charity benefits from Aldi community grant again, in 2017. pa i g n . The clean-upendeavour, Businesses, charities, A LIMERICK-based charity which focuseson changing community groups, schools that makes dreams come attitudes to littering, is and residential groupsare all true for sick children has re- sponsored by the JP Mc- encouraged to takepart. Fast ceived a boost from Aldi, Manus BenevolentFund food outlets, convenience writes Jess Casey. and coordinated by Lim- stores, service stations and Aldi staff in Castletroy have erick City and County haulage drivers arealso en- announced thatthe Lim- Councilwith thesupportof couraged to support the erick-based ‘Share A Dream theLimerick Leader,Mr event by organizing their own Fo u n d at i o n ’is setto benefit Binman and Live 95FM. clean up teams. To get in- from its community grants Feedback from last volved, visit www.teamlimer- p ro g ra m m e . yea r ’s event suggested that ic k c l ea nup. ie. For almost 30 years, the foundation has worked with thousands of children nationwide. In recognition of its vital work, staff in Casteltroy have awarded New bill to let wait the charity a grantof €500 to help support its essential s e rv i c es . staff keep their tips “The work and services provided by the Share a A LIMERICK-based sen- ator Gavan said, speaking Dream Foundation are cru- ator is seeking support for ahead of the passage of the bill cial to the local community,” abill that will make it il- this Wednesday. Aldi Castletroy ‘c h a r i ty legalfor an employerto The Bill requires em- c h a m p i o n’ Michael Essex withhold tips from an em- ployers to display their tip- sa i d . p l oye e. ping policy either on their “We aredelighted our Cas- The Protection Of Em- menu or in another suitable tletroy employees have ployeeTips Bill, aproposed manner so that customers chosen to support the or- piece of legislation from have transparency with re- g a n i sat i o n . ” Sinn Fein, will give workers gard to whom and how their in the hospitality sector a tip is distributed. legal right to keep their “This is asimple Bill which tips. would give protection to em- The hospitality sector is ployees who work in a sector Lourdes ball set for this Saturday evening a crucial part of Limerick’s dominated by low pay and local economy, employing precarious work contracts THE annual Lourdes gala ball will take in France. Of those travelling, 70 are assisted pil- thousandsof people across and practices.” place in the Castletroy Park Hotelthis Tickets remain available forthe grims, 120 voluntary workers, 100 the cityand county,ac- “Good employers have Saturday evening. event, Canon Donal McNamara, the Lim- youngsters, and 23 priests. cording to Sinn Fein sen- nothing to fearfrom this Bill, Now in its 25th year, all proceeds erick Diocesan Lourdes director, said. As well as raising vital funds forthe ator Paul Gavan. as they will already be passing from theevent, whichkicks off at The Diocesan pilgrimagetravels to pilgrimage, Canon McNamara feelsthe “This Bill will make a on theirtips to their em- 7.30pm, will go to theLimerick Lourdes Lourdes each year out of Shannon. event also serves to raise awareness of real difference to a great ployees. The Bill will also do Invalid Fund. More than 500 pilgrims travel to the annual visit. many people and give them nothing to changecurrent This exists to financially support pil- France for the week, andthey are led by For more information on the event, some badly needed protec- revenue rules, so there’s no grims who might not be able to afford the Bishop Brendan Leahy, assisted by telephone Canon McNamara at 087- tion withregard toavital downside to this unless you full cost of travelling to the ‘miracle site’ Bishop Emeritus Dr Donal Murray. 2 4 02 5 1 8 . part of their earnings,”Sen - happen to be a bad employer.” Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 11

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TUESDAY,JANUARY23 THE ACOUSTIC CLUB Charlie Malone's Bar,9pm WEDNESDAY,JANUARY24 OPEN MIC ChezleFab,7pm

TRAD MUSIC The Glen Tavern, 9pm

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TECHMOTION The Library, 10pm THURSDAY,JANUARY25 JANEY DILLIS Belltable,8pm and Fri. €16/14/12

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ROYORBISON REBORN UCH, 8pm. €29.50/27.50 KATIE Kim makes amuch-anticipated re- Katie Kim to turn to Limerick forashowthis HARDYBUCKS weekend. Dolan’s Warehouse,8pm. €15 makemuch The Irish musician, quitesimply one of thefinest on thenational scene,plays ROSBOROUGH anticipated Upstairs in Dolan’s forpromoterSeoda Kasbah, 9pm. €7 Shows this Saturday night(9pm, €10). Those lucky enoughtowitness aspine THE RADIX return to the tingling, intimate showinBourke’sBar for Cobblestone Joe’s, 10pm thepromoterseveral years agowill now SATURDAY,JANUARY27 city foragig that something special is in theoffing. ONE MAN SHOE Real name KatieSullivan, thesinger, Belltable,2.30pm. €8 this Saturday whoperforms an eclecticbrand of slow- core, ethereal, ambient folk/pop,released THE HIGH KINGS her thirdalbum backin2016and was UCH, 8pm. €28/26 nightUpstairs shortlisted forlast year’s Choice. Previous albumCoverandFloodremainsastandard U.M.A.N bearer forthe talentedperformer. Kasbah, 8pm. €10 in Dolan’s

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SONIC POPULAR local theatre Cobblestone Joe’s, 10pm companyCallbackmakea showcaseinDolan’s SUNDAY,JANUARY28 return to theBelltable this MUSICAL CHAIRS week withnew show Janey MERCURYRev aretoplayan thefragile ‘whisper and The Old Quarter,7pm Dillis -Queen of theWild In- ‘intimate,acoustic’ showin strum’way thesongs were terior. Limerick as part of atourin originallywritten, theband HAYSEED DIXIE Writtenand directed by supportofclassic1998 have explained, and it “prom- Dolan’s Warehouse,8pm. €15 John Sheehyand starring album Deserter’s Songs. ises to be an extraordinary Cora Fenton, JaneyDillis is The American indie group glimpse into theforces that TRAD MUSIC aboutawoman prone to fant- will playDolan’s Warehouse nearly destroyedaband and Locke, nightly at 9pm,Sun-Thurs astical flights of fantasy who on Wednesday,April 18, on a thestrangeeventsleading to- MONDAY,JANUARY29 hasn’t left her house in 25 20thanniversary tourceleb- ward amost unexpected re- FLASHDANCE years. rating theseminal album. turn”. UCH, 7.30pm. €7.50/5 The companybehind the An intimate,acoustic Ticketsfortheshowareon awardwinning Fred &Alice eveningfeaturingmanyofthe sale and arenot likely to re- SONG OF GRANITE areinthe Belltablethis stories and songs sur- main forlong. See Belltable,8pm. €8 Thursdayand Friday night. rounding Mercury Rev’s www.dolans.iefor moreor See www.limetreetheatre.ie. CoraFentonasJaneyDillis -Queen of the Wild Interior album,itwillbeperformedin www.ticketmaster.ie. 18 LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8

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Group shot of the 24 Hour Play project at the Belltable on Saturday. The project pulled together members of the Limerick arts community and created five brand-new plays within 24 hours last weekend PICTURES: GARETH WILLIAMS

Marketa Dowling, Lime Tree Theatre; Mags O'Donoghue, Line Producer and Sean Lynch, Lime Tree Theatre at the 24 hour project

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w ith CONTACT MEGHANN Twit ter: @ m eg h a n n _ s c u l l y M e gha n n email: meghann.scully@ M EG H A N N MIX S cul ly spinsouthwe s t .com How to approach a superstar IBYE local IMERICK and the finals musicworld is still reeling from thesad LAST week I hosted the Mid and untimely West Regional Finals of Ire- passing of The Cran- land's Best Young Entre- berries frontwoman L preneur in the Ballygarry Dolores O'Riordan. I House Hotel. On thenight thought first and foremost there were three categories of her children, mother, with four finalists in each family and band mates. The representing Limerick, road ahead for them is not Clare, Kerry and Tipperary. an easy one. It was great seeing so many I sawDolores around Lim- successful young and estab- erick afew times but never lished businesses doingso dared to approachher be- well and learning aboutsome cause Limerick seemed like local entrepreneurs espe- her quietplace whereshe cially in the region. could be away from the hustle The categories were Best and bustle of the music Business Idea, Best Start Up world. Or maybeit was my Business and Best Estab- shyness. How does one ap- lished Business. All three win- proacha superstar?Should I ners have a Limerick act casual and say hello or do I connection. Padraig Hayes of tell her that I love playing Limerick wonBest Business Zombie late at night? Idea forhis nutritionally I did see her in the line be- based beverage dispensing fore me in a shop and told my machines. Niall Harty who is friend "That's Dolores O'Ri- from Adare and living in Kerry o rd a n". wonBest Start Up Business Iwas full sure I waswhis- for his protein bars Origin. pering and I hadtotellmy The winner of theBest Es- friend to be quiet, in case she tablished Business was Paddy heardu.I was in thepresence Finn of Limerick and his busi- of music royaltyyet here we ness is Electricity Exchange, a both were buying groceries. virtual powerstation. All the I nevergot tosay hello to Thanks for the music: Dolores O'Riordan will be longed remember for her lyrics that could resonate with anyone finalists will progress to Ire- her and tell her how amazing land's Best Young Entre- her music was. It helped so Those lyrics could resonate beautiful and her voice tion through song is much Her music will live onand preneur Final in Google many of us going through with anyone. touched so many souls. more than just an artist, they inspire so many morepeople headquarters in Dublin in tough times and break ups. Her musicis hauntingly Anyone that can invoke emo- are a gift. around the world. M a rc h . PICK ‘N’ MIX RED ARMY ON THE MARCH

What a special gig in Dolan’s SUNDAY saw thousands descend on Thomond MUSIC Park for the clash The Academic between Munster and played a special Castres Olympique. The gig to launch weather and flooded their new album pitch meant the game Tales From The had to be postponed to Backseat last a later kick off of 4pm. weekend in Another Champions Dolans. Another Cup game, another great Irish battle for the oval ball. album from an It was a big win for Irish band. Munster who beat Castres 48-3. Well done dad! Keith Earls with his daughters Laurie and Munster have now se- Ella May following the big win on Saturday cured a home quarter Light at the end of the tunnel final against Toulon. most important to Murray was con- While much of the date and you could tell fident. "You're coming Another welcome week the talk sur- that Munster were back to Thomond, it's MY BOOK addition to Limerick rounded the signing of I've pretty much much hungrier and going to be a massive Gerbrandt Grobler, it reached the word playing a clever game crowd, European wasn't going to deter count on my book and THE COMMERCIAL of rugby. Man of the game and you're fully I finally went into the Commercial on the red army. They now I am getting match was Keith in control of your own Catherine's Street and I really liked it. were on a mission and chapters back from my Earls. destiny and that's ex- I was with my house mates and we coming off a loss editor for final edits. Speaking at the press actly where we would just wanted a few quiet Sunday drinks. against Racing 92. It's exciting and nerve conference ahead of have wanted to be at It has a very chilled and cosy feel and This game was the w rac k i n g . the game Conor the start of the year." a great atmosphere. Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 23

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Spacious: Sherry FitzGerald are expecting plenty of interest in No 35 Walnut Drive, Cahedavin, a fine four bedroomed semi detached house in one of Limerick's best locations Stunning home in prime city location

A GARDENER’S Paradise is Sherry FitzGerald’s descrip- Facts at a glance tion of a No 35 Walnut Drive, whichhas just come to the Lo c at i o n : 35 Walnut Drive, Caherdavin, Limerick city m a rket . Description: Four-bedroom, semi-detached house The current owners have Price: €275 , 0 0 0 achieved a modern and desir- Seller: Sherry FitzGerald able finish throughout and Contact: 061 418000 the attention to detail is evident as youwalk through the home. The garden is areal looking the frontof the prop- showstopper andthe prop- erty and fittedwith a stove erty benefits greatlyfroma and solid wood floors. The generous corner site. No 35 is familyroom is to the rear of a 4bed semi detached home the property,accessed that offers excellentliving ac- through double doors leading commodation forany from theliving room and growing family. Walnut Drive from the entrance hall. The is an excellentlocation with kitchen is accessed from the various amenities both social family and is decorated beau- and essential at your door- tifully with a modern fitted step! The cityis less than a10 kitchen and island. minute drive away. The dining room, utility Left: The very modern kitchen in the home in Caherdavin which also has a very impresive gardebs There is also easy access to beautifully presented from and bathroom are accessed the motorway withlinks to start to finish. Onentering from the kitchen. walk in wardrobe. driveway and lawn. To the S E RV I C ES Dublin, Cork, Galway and the property you are wel- Upstairs thereare four GA R D E N rear and side you have a beau- GFCH, solidfuel stoves in Shannon airport. Viewing is comed by a spacious and generous sizebedrooms with The garden is a huge tiful landscaped garden. Per- both family room and living highly recommended as soon brightentrance hall with ample storage in three. The selling pointand sits on a fect forentertaining during room, solar panels, alarm and as possible. solid wood floors. To the left main bedroom is agenerous huge corner site. The front of the summer months. The 24 CCTV fitted, 153sqm. Contact The property itself is is theliving room, over- sizeand has an en suiteand the property offers a spacious sqm garage is also wired. Sherry Fitzgerald. 24 LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8

CRECORA, CO LIMERICK CLAREVIEW,LIMERICK KYLEMORE, KILDERRY, 7COOLRAINE HEIGHTS, MONALEEN/CASTLETROY Unique detached home approx 10 mins driveto Substantial 4bedroom detachedhome near schools, NEXT PHASE ON SALE Dooradoyle-Raheen. Deceptivelyspacious -comprising 4 shops, LIT,Thomond Park &only3km to City Centre. SATURDAY 10TH FEBRUARY 2018 double bedrooms, 2bathrooms, kitchen,dining room,2 Approx.149m2 /1,602 sq.ft. Ent. porch &hall, living AT 9.30 AM ON SITE. reception rooms. OFCH. Solar thermal collectors forhot room, playroom/office,kitchen, dining room, utility,guest PRE LAUNCHVIEWING ON water.Very private location with electric gate entrance. wc,4bedrooms, ensuite&main bathroom. Large SATURDAY 3RD FEBRUARY 2018 FROM 12 -2PM. enclosed rear garden with patio area. In excellent Further details from Lisa Kearney087 2633422 / On acreofmaturelandscapedgardens &enjoying condition throughout. GFCH. BER No.107078966 stunning views of the countryside.BER No.110586039 [email protected] €325,000 Briain Considine 085 2894166 €280,000 Briain Considine 085 2894166 Lisa Kearney087 2633422

O’BRIENSBRIDGE, CO CLARE OLD CORK ROAD,LIMERICK MUNGRET, CO LIMERICK OLDCORK ROAD,LIMERICK 14 COIS NA SIONNA 47 DERRYNANE, 3ARD AULIN, 10 RITAVILLE, Impressivesemi detached familyresidence situated at Excellentlylocated3bedroom house central to all Superb detached residence of approx.158 m2 /1,700 Excellentlylocated3bedroom house central to all O’Briensbridgevillage within easy commuting amenities.Approx. 98.38 sq.m./1,058.86 sq.ft. sq.ft comprising :living room,playroom/office,open plan amenities. Extended &renovated recentlycomprising distance of Killaloe,Shannon &Limerick City.Hall/wc Hall/guest wc,kitchen/diner,livingroom, 3bedrooms, kitchen-dining-living room,utility,4double bedrooms hall, open plan kitchen/diner/livingroom, 2nd living off, living room,kitchen/dining room,utility,playroom/ ensuite &mainbathroom. Enclosed garden to the twoofwhich areensuite,guest wc and main bathroom. room, utility,playroom/office to rear,ensuite &main study. Upstairs:4bedrooms,en-suite,mainbathroom, rear and large double driveway to thefront. GFCH, Enclosed and very private rear garden with patio.GFCH. bathroom. GFCH. Enclosed garden to the rear with OFCH.The propertyisinexcellent condition.BER double glazed Upvc windows.Cul-de-sac avenue.In Detached homes in this area areinshortsupply, early deck area.Tu rn keycondition. BER No.110348539 No.102437506.Offers in Excess of €160,000. excellent condition. viewing is recommended. BER No.110608585 €160,000 Peter Kearney087 6488792 €170,000 Lisa Kearney087 2633422 €375,000 Briain Considine 085 2894166 €180,000 Lisa Kearney087 2633422

CITY CENTRE 19 O’CONNELL STREET,LIMERICK TO LET :First &Second floor office accommodation at corner building at the junction of O’Connell Street with Thomas Street.Adoor on Thomas St. gives access to astaircase which KILKEE, CO CLARE DOORADOYLE, LIMERICK ASKEATON, CO LIMERICK servesthe 1st &2nd 304 KILKEE BAY 67 KILTERAGH 96 DEEL MANOR, floors. Extendingto approx.70.46 m2 (758 Fantastic turn key3bedroom townhouse of approx. Excellentlylocated 3bedroom semi-detached home near 3bedroomsemi-detached residence of approx.101 ft2) &68.39m2 (736 ft2), 83.80 sq.m. (903 sq.ft.) in the popular West End of the an abundance of amenities.Approx.98.5m2 /1,060 sq ft. sq.m.(1,087 sq.ft.) -walkingdistance to schools, seaside town of Kilkee -a shortstroll to all local Hall, living room,kitchen-diner,downstairs wc,ensuite & shopsetc.Hall, guest wc,livingroom, kitchen-dining Can be let on afloor by amenities &Kilkee beach. Porch, hall, spacious bright main bathroom.The house is in excellent condition. room, 3bedrooms, one ensuite &main bathroom. floor basis or as one. open plan kitchen/ dining room, 3bedrooms, bathroom. Spacious rear garden which is over 18 metres /60feet East facing enclosed rear garden withlawnand BER No.800506024. Furniture&appliances included. Electric storage heating. long with patio area. Ideal home in agreat location situated storage shed. OFCH. In excellent condition. BER No. In excellent condition. BER No.105732838. in awell established development. BER No.104825450. 110361672. €110,000 Lisa Kearney087 2633422 €205,000 Briain Considine 085 2894166 €139,000 Briain Considine 085 2894166 To ny Wallace 087 2621760

CRATLOE, CO CLARE SHANNON, CO CLARE CRATLOEMOYLE, SKYCOURTSHOPPING CENTRE UPPER WILLIAM ST,LIMERICK Twosites fronting the R445contained in Folio SkyCourtislocatedinShannon, Co Clare, just 10 minutes REDUCED RESERVE Number CE7108 forsale. Lot 1isapprox.1.68 acres from Shannonairport, close to Smithstown Industrial Estate &Western Business Park &25mins from Limerick city.Afew FOR SALE –LICENSED CITY CENTRE PREMISES–REDUCED RESERVE. (0.68hectares) &lot 2isapprox.4.47 acres (approx. retailopportunities areavailable with manyofthe available 1.81 hectares) and can be sold individuallyorasone. units alreadyfitted to agood specification -from19sqm Public House on ground floor of approx.48.60m2 (523 sq.ft). Residential Planningpermission (ref. no.P17/4)granted in April (204 sq ft) -677 sq m(7,287 sq ft). Contact Rooney accommodationwith side door from William St. on 1st floor of approx.55.12m2 (593 2017 foraagricultural entrance from the R445. Auctioneers /Joint AgentsCushman Wakefield (061 418111 ) forfurther information. sq.ft.). Full 7-DayLiquor Licence attached to the premises. BER No.800267486. €50,000 To ny Wallace 087 2621760 Rooneys /Cushman &Wakefield Gordon Kearney087 2537412

99 O’Connell St,Limerick,V94 P8CY 061413511 www.rooneys.eu [email protected] PSRA 002593 Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 25 City suburbs Convenience and comfort in the city ROONEY Auctioneers is Facts at a glance pleased to offer for sale this excellently locatedthree- bedroom house which is Lo c at i o n : 10 Ritaville, Old Cork Road, Limerick city central to all amenities on Description: Three-bedroom, semi-detached house the Old Cork Road,located Price: €180,000 in a cul-de-sac avenue. Seller: Rooney Auctioneers First impressions are good Contact: 061 413511 as you open the newcom- positefront door to a bright, room has a bath,toilet, wash rear is a brightspace that is tiled entrance hall measuring hand basin and is fully tiled. c a r p ete d . 1.83m x 4.12m. The main bedroom is a To find the property The kitchen/diner/living carpeted double with built-in coming from Limerickpro- room is an L-shaped room wardrobeand afully tileden- ceed to the Kilmal- and boasts newly-fittedkit- suite, with toilet, electric lock/Ballyneety/Old Cork chen units and a breakfast shower and wash basin. Road (R512). Take the first c ou nte r. The second bedroom is exit to the left. Take the left It has an integrateddish- also a carpeteddouble with again and the property is loc- washer, double oven, hob and built-in wardrobe. ated at the end of this avenue. ex p e l a i r. The third bedroom to the For sale board thereon. Thereisa tiled floor with patio doors opening outinto Clockwise from above: The the back garden. exterior of No. 10 Ritaville has There is also a handy a cobblelock front drive utilityroom measuring 1.71m x 1.02m which has fitted units There are two double with ample storage. bedrooms with built-in The living room has a wardrobes, one of which is lovely solidwood floorand ensuite. There is also a third has aconvenient gasfire- bedroom upstairs p l ac e. Thereis abright room to The L-shaped kitchen has the rear measuring some newly-fitted units and 3.29m x2.36m that would breakfast bar function equally well as a playroom/office. Downstairs is completedby awcwith built-in wash hand basin unit and tiled floor. Upstairs, themain bath- Spacious family home in much sought-after location REA O`Connor Murphy are expecting plenty of interest Facts at a glance in this spacious fourbed- Lo c at i o n : 52 Ashbrook, Ennis room detached property. Road, Limerick city No 52 Ashbrook, Ennis Description: Fo u r - bed roo m , Road isa fine family home detached house measuring an impressive 173 Price: €300,000 sqm. Seller: REA O'Connor Murphy Upon crossing the Auc tioneers threshold one cannotfail to Contact: 061 279300 be impressed withthe imme- diate impact of space. The gardens to the front A large bright entrance rear are a wonderful asset to hallway leadsto thedrawing the property. Off street room whichcurrently incor- parking to the front and the porates the dining area and rear is surroundedby mature access to the conservatory trees, hedging and shrubbery through sliding doors. with split levelpatio thaten- There is a fully fitted kit- joys privacy, the perfect place chen/breakfast room with to dine or have a barbecuein rear access tothe utilityarea. thesummer sunshine.Put From the hallway there is also simply, Ashbrook is a family a guest wc and second recep- friendly location with No 52 tion room to the front superbly positioned Just off Upstairs, a generous the Ennis Road. This most im- landing flooded withnatural pressive four bedroom de- lightprovides access to four tached home is ideally suited bedrooms, three of whichare to a growing family looking to double withbuilt inward- put rootsdown in a mature rob e s . development in a much The family bathroom sought after location. completes the accommoda- Viewing is highly recom- t io n . mended. No. 52 Ashbrook on the Ennis Road is well located and large and would suit a growing family down to the ground 26 LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8 C o m m e rc i a l

Brian Nestor (MIPAV MCEI TRV) FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY NO.58 HENRY STREET, LIMERICK CITY V94 TN8O (On the Instructions of The Irish Red Cross who are re locating)

The two acre field is located in one of Limerick’s prime neighbourhoods Prime field for auction

GVM is hosting a public auc- tion of land at 3pm on Facts at a glance Thursday, February 15, at its offices in Limerick City, at Lo c at i o n : Derrybeg, Ballyclough, Limerick 25 / 26 Glentworth Street. Description: Circa 2 st acres A prime and ideally loc- Price: €90,000 ated field in Derrybeg, Bally- Seller: GVM Auctioneers cloughextending to circa 2st Contact: 087 2547717 acres will go under the h a m m e r. subject to planning permis- located on the corner of the Situated in this much s io n . B a l l yc l oug h / B a l l y c u m m i n sought after location imme- Features include: 1)road.GVM Sign thereon. diately adjacentto Limerick Frontage to both theBally- Raheen is locatedon the Golf Club it is just five clough and Ballycummin R510, off the M20 Limerick to minutes drive from The Cres- road s . Cork motorway just 5 kilo- cent Shopping Centre, Uni- 2)Mayhave sitepotential metres from thecity centre. versity Hospital, Raheen (subject to planning). This area is arapidly growing Business Park and all main 3) Truly superblocation in suburb with a population of a m e n i t ie s . one of Limerick’s most over 10,500 people. This land is also just loc- sought after suburbs. The popularity of the area ated within two minutes DIRECTIONS : From Lim- can partly be attributed to its drive tothe nearby mo- erick proceed out the Ros- wide range of multinational torway. The land represents brien road going up the fly companies established inRa- anideal investmentoppor- over and taking the exit to heen Business ParklikeRe- • Substantial 3 storey over basement Investment Property tu n i ty. Ballyclough. Proceed for ap- generon, Analog Devices, Dell It isfor sale as is and not proximately 1km. This field is and Banta. • Will be sold with Vacant Possession • The property was totally refurbished back in 2000 • Re wired, Re plumbed, Fully Fire Alarmed, Computer points/tel points • Large Fully Fitted Out Canteen room C.2,000 Sq Ft Commercial opportunity in the West • Presented in Turn Key • Secured rear parking for 3 cars GVM presents a modern • Gas Fired Central Heating two-storey residential 7-day licensed premises com- • Brochure on Request prising bar, loungewith • Interested Parties please contact Brian Nestor (MIPAV TRV) ladies and gents toilets off, smoking area, snug, kitchen, cold room and dry store. The first floor has been de- veloped in recent years incor- SHOULD YOU BE THINKING OF porating six en-suite bedrooms tothe rear.There SELLING OR RENTING YOUR PROPERTY? is a sitting room to the front with twoadditional bed- ro o m s . Please contact Brian Nestor (MIPAV TRV) Patie Joe’s bar has six en suite bedrooms on the first floor Features include the fol- 087 2745929 l ow i n g 1) Good bedroom space Facts at a glance We also carry out Bank Valuations, Probate Valuations and overhead with potential for B&B or self-catering accom- Lo c at i o n : Patie Joes Licenced Premises, Shanagolden Private Valuations on Investment Properties and Estates. m o d at io n . Description: Restaurant /Bar 2) Prominentlocation Price: €1 6 5 , 0 0 0 within Shanagolden with Seller: GVM Auctioneers Nestor Shanahan & Co Auctioneers good access. Contact: 087 2547717 3) Good on street parking Address: No.6 Lower Cecil Street, Limerick City (V94 P2DF) and drive in rear access. 4) Mains Sewerage. agolden. When you enter the supermarket, pubs, primary Tel: 061 415337 / 413957 This property issituated village take an immediate left schooland sportingfacil- in the hub of Shanagolden up through main street. i t ie s . Email Address: [email protected] just off the R521 road linking This property is located on The local population is es- Licence Number: 003864 Foynes to Newcastle West. the right-hand side. timated at 300. Driving from Limerick Shanagolden is atypical The general hinterland is proceed for approximately 35 west Limerick Village reason- agricultural in character. km on the N 69 turning left off ably well serviced with amen- The local port at Foynes is the main road for Shan- ities including a a good local employer. Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 27

Patti Joe’sLicenced Premises, Shanagolden, Co. Limerick Derrybeg, Ballyclough, Limerick

Modern two storey residential 7-day For Sale by Public Auction on licensed premises comprising of bar,lounge Thursday 15th February@3pm with ladies, gent’stoilets off, smoking area, in our GVM Auction Rooms, 25/26 snug, kitchen, cold room and drystore Glentworth Street, Limerick. The first floor has been developed in Prime and ideallylocated field extending recent yearsincorporating six en to Circa 2stacres situatedinthismuch suite bedrooms to the rear.There is a sought after location immediatelyadjacent sitting room to the front with 2 to LimerickGolfClub andjust 5minutes additional bedrooms. Good bedroom drivefromThe Crescent Shopping Centre, spaceoverhead with potential for University Hospital, Raheen Business B&B or self-catering accommodation. Park andall main amenities.This land is Prominent location within also just located within 2minutes drive to Shanagolden with good accesstoall the nearbyMotorway. Ideal investment local amenities with good on street opportunity.For sale as is andnot subject parking anddrive in rear access. to planning permission. €165,000 ContactTomCrosse on 087-2547717 €90,000 ContactTomCrosse on 087-2547717 Cathedral Place,LimerickCity. 43 Salmon Weir, 149 Glenside,Annacotty, Annacotty,Co. Limerick Co. Limerick Prominently located commercial premises incorporating circa 4,700 sq ft of ground floor space with open yard and forecourt area of an additional circa 5,000 sq ft. Currentlylet with 1year to run on an existing 5year lease with apassing rent of € 29,000 per annum. Ideal investment opportunity.Current tenants :NorthgateVehicle Hire. Tenancyunaffected.Viewing is strictly by prior appointment.This building is €320,000 €210,000 generally in good structural condition GVM Auctioneersare delighted to offerthis four bedroom detached house with Compact and beautifullyappointed3bedroom 2storeyresidence with good external space and enclosed spacious living accommodation located in this verypopular and much sought maintained to averyhigh standardand situated in this much sought yard in close proximity to St. Johns development residential development located within Annacotty Village and walking after location in close proximity to University of Limerick, Plassey Hospital and LimerickFire Brigade. distance of all local amenities. Primary/secondaryschools, University of Limerick Technological Park, Primaryand SecondarySchools, Newtown and PlasseyTechnological Park and public transportare all adjacent. South facing Shopping Centre,Cineplexand all local sporting amenities. inspection €260,000 ContactTomCrosseon087-2547717 rear garden. Not overlooked front and rear.Contact Declan Barryon087-2026886 highlyrecommended. Contact Declan Barryon087-2026886 1F An Dun, 20 MervalPark, 11 Willsbrook, 16 Larch Court, Kennedy Raheen, Limerick Clareview, Limerick Dooradoyle,Limerick Park, LimerickCity

€145,000 €235,000 €145,000 €115,000 GVM are delighted to bring to the market this bright spacious GVM are delighted to introduce 20 MervalPark to the market. Positioned within GVM Auctioneersare delighted to introduce to the market Extended 2/3 bedroom end of terrace house in twobedroom first floor apartment convenientlylocated the highlysought after Clareviewarea, this spacious semi detached property has this spacious twobedroom first floor apartment conveniently absolutelypristine conditionthroughout with spacious adjacent to Raheen Business Park and University Hospital been lovinglymaintained an offersits newownersablankcanvasfromwhichto located adjacent to the University of Limerickand within living accommodation.This property is located in a Limerick.This modestlypriced and well maintained property is create their ideal home.Hugepossibility to extend to the rear andgarage walking distance of the Crescent Shopping Centre.Viewing of mature residential location adjacent to all amenities and ideal forboth owner occupiersorinvestors.Viewing very (subject to planning permission).This is the perfect home foragrowing familyin this property comes highlyrecommended. Ideal investment within walking distance to the City centre.Viewing highly highlyrecommended.Contact John O’ Connell on 087-6470746 need of bothspace and convenience.Contact Declan Barryon087-2026886 or owner occupier.Contact John O’ Connell on 087-6470746 recommended. ContactDeclan Barryon087-2026886

10 Newcastle Court, 59 Lee Estate, 37 GreenviewClose, 75 CollegePark, Corbally, Castletroy,Limerick LimerickCity Dooradoyle,Limerick Co. Limerick

€135,000 €75,000 €235,000 €179,000 Spacious 1st floor twobedroom apartment with West facing balconylocated in this small exclusive gated Twobedroom mid terraceresidence locatedina Abeautifullymaintained and ideallysituated bedroom GVM Auctioneersare delighted to introduce to the market this three bedroom semi development of 17 units in averymuchsought after residential development.There is electric access gates mature an popular residential development situated semi detached residence refurbished in recent times to detached house with spacious living accommodation.There is agarage attached making this development averyprivate &secure place to live.Itislocated just off the Dublin Road adjacent within walking distance of LimerickCity Centre.Solid averyhigh standardand located in aquiet cul de sac whichissuitable forconversion. It is located in averypopular and mature to all amenities including the University of Limerick, PlasseyTechnological Park, Castletroy Park Hotel & fuel centralheating.Idealfor first time buyers.Contact overlooking agreen area in as established and much residential development within walking distance to the City Centre and adjacent to shopping complex, local shops, restaurants &public transport.Viewing highlyrecommended. Contact John O’ Connell on 087-6470746 sought after after residential area. Inspection veryhighly shopping centre,schools, public transportand all other amenities. Ideal family Declan Barryon087-2026886 recommended. Contact Declan Barryon087-2026886 home.Viewing comes recommended. Contact Declan Barryon087-2026886 28 LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8 A n n ac ot ty Magnificent family home on city suburbs A FANTASTIC home in excel- lent decorative condition, Facts at a glance with stylish and high quality fittingsand asuperbmodern Lo c at i o n : 33 Bloomfield, Annacotty layout, is how Sherry Description: Five-bedroom, detached house Fitzgerald describedNo 33 Price: €4 4 9 , 0 0 0 Bloomfield, Annacotty. Seller: Sherry FitzGerald This is awonderful de- Contact: 061 418000 tached familyhome located in one of Limericks most chen/dining, sunroom, stunning solid fitted kitchen, sought after locations. No 33 utility and guest wc.1st floor: with breakfast barand at- comes to the market in show 5 bedrooms, 2 ensuite & Main tractive granitecountertops house condition throughout, B ath . opening into a wonderful with bright, well-propor- Floor Area: 177 Sqm/1905 sunroom,this open plan tioned living accommodation SqftEntrance Hall: A spa- space is ideal forany young and 5 very generous sized cious tiled entrance hall, with family and modern day bedrooms on the1st floor. fully tiledguest wc under the living. The bright sunroom The property issituated on a stairs. The modern cream with pitched roof and Velux corner siteat thefront of the ceramic tiles run through windows,overlooks therear development, with the added most of theground floor garden with french doors to bonus of a large green area to making the accommodation the deck area, a great room to the rear of thesite. The loca- most generous and bright unwind and relax with beau- tion is second to none, only with an open plan flow. tiful natural light. m i nute s’ walk to Castletroy Living Room: Awonderful There is a very generous College, Castletroy park, reception room, ideal foren- utility off the kitchen with Newtown and Castletroy tertaining acrowd, over- extra storage, tiled flooring Shopping centres, along with looking the front of the and plenty of space for immediate access to all major property with french doors laundry. Rear door access to road networks and theUni- leading to the fabulous open the garden. versity of Limerick, makes plan kitchen dining area. To the right of the main the location of this property Fitted with an attractive lime- hallway is avery sizeable ‘u n i que’ and very muchinde- stone fireplace withgas inset family/playroom with wood mand. and luxurious fitted carpets. flooring, completingthe Accommodation Details: Kitchen/Dining: theopen ground floor accommoda- Hall, Living, Family, kit- plan spacious kitchen has a t io n . Top, the home at Bloomfield, Annacotty which is on a corner site, and above a view of the interior Excellent home in prime location in Dooradoyle

Rooney Auctioneers are pleased to presenttothe Facts at a glance marketthis excellentlyloc- ated 3 bedroom semi-de- Lo c at i o n : 67 Kilteragh, Dooradoyle tached home near an Description: Three-bedroom, semi-detached house abundance of amenities in- Price: €20 5 , 0 0 0 cluding the CrescentShop- Seller: Rooney Auctioneers ping Centre, University Contact: 061 413511 Hospital Limerick, Raheen Business Park,national and work is easily accessible electric oven, hob & ex- secondary schools. In excellent condition tractor, washing machine, The accommodation com- throughout.Block built in sliding doors opening to patio prises of an entrance hallway, 1999. Large rear garden ap- and garden. living room, kitchen-diner, prox. 18m/60ft long Front Bedroom 1 -3.26m x downstairs wc, 3 bedrooms driveway and side entrance. 3.86m. Double bedroom, upstairs with 1ensuite & Built in wardrobes to all built in wardrobe, carpeted. main bathroom. The house is bedrooms. Gas fired central Ensuitewith wc whband Rooney Auctioneers are selling 67 Kilteragh, Dooradoyle a three bedroomed semi-detached home block built and in excellent heating, double glazed pvc electric shower. Bedroom 2 - condition. Outside thereis a windows, Venetian style 3.54m x 3.57m. Double bed- spacious rear garden which is blinds to front windows. Ap- room withlaminate floor, over 18 metres /60 feet long pliances included in sale. built in wardrobe. Bedroom 3 and has a patioareaand Ac c o m m o d atio n : - 2.73m x 2.37m. Single bed- storage shed. It is an ideal Entrance Hallway - 4.24m room, carpeted floor,built in home in agreat location situ- x 1.96m. Laminate oak floor, wardrobe. Bathroom - 3.21m x ated in awell establishedde- guest wc off,carpeted stairs 2.08m. Semi-tiled walls, wc velopment. Viewing is highly and landing. whb, bath withshower and recommended. Approx.size Living Room -4.96m x screen. To find thehouse 98.5m2 / 1,060 sq ft. 3.68m. Laminate oak floor, travel to Dooradoyle via the Featu re s feature gas fireplace, double R526 Ballinacurra Road. Take Super locationwalking doors to kitchen-diner. a left at the Crescent Shop- distance to all amenities. Kitchen-Diner -5.77m x ping Centreto drive up toKil- M7/M20/M18 motorway net- 3.35m. Fitted kitchen units, teragh on the left. Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 29 CASTLECONNELL €695,000 ANNACOTTY €449,000 STRADBALLY BLOOMFIELD

‘Ryvoan’isanexceptional waterside detached residenceinexcellent orderthroughout and sitsonanelevated1.5 acresiteapprox. ‘No.33’ is awonderful detached family home in one of Limerick’s most sought afterlocations.This property comestothe market in that sweeps right down to the river’s edge.Thishome is truly special and offerswell-proportioned family accommodation with show-housecondition with bright,well-proportioned living accommodation and 5generous bedrooms.Entrancehall, living, family, terraceand raised deck to the rear.Entrancehall, office, kitchen/breakfast/living, utility, w.c.,family,6beds,2ensuiteand main kitchen/dining, sunroom, utility, guest w.c.,5beds,2ensuite&main bath. 178sqm/1,916 sq ft approx.BER No.110548104. bath. 290sqm/3,122 sq ft approx.BER No.110403284.

CALL ORLA SHEEHAN ON 061-418000 CALL BRENDAMULCAHY ON 061-418000

THERE’S SELLINGPROPERTY AND THERE’S SELLING PROPERTY THE SHERRY FITZWAY.

AILBHE O’MALLEY BRENDAMULCAHY ORLA SHEEHAN FRANK LYDDY CLARE O’LOONEY JIM KEANE DESO’MALLEY Director AssociateDirector Negotiator Negotiator Residential Valuer FinancialAdvisor Director

6SHANNON STREET,LIMERICK T: 061418 000 E: [email protected]

GOLF LINKSROAD €445,000 CAHERDAVIN €275,000 CASTLECONNELL €275,000 GOLF LINKSROAD €215,000 BEECHWOOD WALNUT DRIVE CUSHEEN GLANNTAN

‘Silversprings’, 5A Beechwood is an elegant,perfectly ‘No.35’ Walnut Driveisanexcellent extended 4bed semi which Cusheen, Ruan, Castleconnell is acharming bungalowset on an ‘No.106’ Glanntan is an immaculate3bed duplexinturn-key proportioned detached property with stunning south-facing rear has achievedamodern and desirable finish throughout with exceptional 0.8acresiteapprox.The property is located justa condition, meticulously caredfor and improvedbyits current garden. Porch, entrancehall, living, dining, kitchen/breakfast, magnificent garden to the rear.Entrancehall, living, family few minutes from the village.Entrancehall, living, owners. Entrance hall, living,kitchen/dining, guest w.c., 3double family room, utility, guest w.c.,4beds,ensuite&main bath. 160 room, kitchen, dining, utility, guest w.c.,4beds,ensuiteand kitchen/dining, sunroom, main bath, guest w.c.,4double beds,1 beds,ensuite, main bath. 90 sq m/969sqftapprox.BER No. sq m/1,722sqftapprox.BER No.108585597. main bath. 153sqm/1,647sqftapprox.BER No.103490314. ensuite, main bath. 155.9sqm/1,678 sq ft approx.BER No. 110558277. CALL BRENDAMULCAHY ON 061-418000 CALL ORLA SHEEHAN ON 061-418000 CALL FRANK LYDDYON061-418000 CALL BRENDAMULCAHY ON 061-418000

MURROE €275,000 CASTLETROY €210,000 CASTLECONNELL €205,000 MURROE €195,000 LISCREAGH BRUNAGRUDAN CASTLEROCK WOODS FARNANE

‘Liscreagh’isamost attractivefamilyhome with spacious and ‘No.248’isanexcellent 3bed semi-detached within walking ‘No.4’Castlerock Woods comestothe market in excellent Farnane is adetached family bungalowlocated on awonderful .5 flexible accommodation setonawonderful 0.5acresiteapprox. distanceofthe Universityoffering aperfect starterhome or condition, beautifully maintained with averyhigh standard of acresiteapprox., only astone’s throw from the village of with lovely views of the surrounding countryside.Entrancehall, lucrativeinvestment.Entrancehall, kitchen/dining, living, finish throughout.Entrancehall, living, kitchen/breakfast, guest Murroe.Aperfect home forany growing family.Entrancehall, living, kitchen/breakfast, sunroom, utility, 3beds,2ensuite& lounge,3beds,3baths,hot-press.117.5 sq m/1,265 sq ft w.c., 3beds,ensuite&main bath. 92 sq m/990 sq ft approx. living, kitchen, 4beds,main bath. 90 sq m/ 969sqftapprox. main bath. 176sqm/1,894 sq ft approx.BER No.110289071. approx.BER No.100006014. BER No.110589546. BER No.104416953. CALL ORLA SHEEHAN ON 061-418000 CALL SEAN MCGEE ON 061-418000 CALL ORLA SHEEHAN ON 061-418000 CALL ORLA SHEEHAN ON 061-418000

PSRA No.002183 sherryfitz.ie 30 LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8 Family homes Extended home in excellent city location

REA O'Connor Murphyis pleased to introduce afine Facts at a glance three bedroom family home in one of Limerick’s most Lo c at i o n : ‘Glencar’, Corbally Road, Limerick popular suburbs to market. Description: Three-bedroom, detacthed house ‘Glencar’, on theCorbally Price: €310,000 Road measures an impressive Seller: REA O'Connor Murphy 130.65sqm, and has been Contact: 061 279300 evidently cherished and ex- tended throughout the years. Locatedin one of C o rba l l y ’s most sought after oakflooring. The kit- tracting the sunall day. An- residential areas, it is posi- chen/dining area, leading dir- other asset is the addition of a tioned opposite St. ectly to the utility and guest detached garage atthe end of Mu n c h i n’s College, Scoil Íde wc,has an extensive rangeof the back garden. Primary School and within floor and wall fitted units and This property will most easy reach of Ardscoil is finished with tiled flooring. certainly appeal to many Mhuire, an ideal location to A large office to the side of the buye r s . establish your family home in property finishes theground Admirably prepared for a mature, residential neigh- floor accommodation. sale by its currentowners b ou rh o o d . Upstairs thereare 3 bed- this home offers a genuine Upon crossing the rooms, all with built-in ward- turn-key option in every re- threshold one cannot fail to robes, and with the main spect. Early viewing is a be impressed with theimme- family bathroom with neutral mu s t ! diate impact of space and nat- tiling and electric shower F E AT U R E S ural light. Apolished parquet completing the picture. •Bright and Well Propor- floored hallway leads through Outside, to the frontthere tioned Rooms to all downstairs reception is ample off street parking •Ideal Family Home rooms. The living room, with side gate access to the •Close to All Essential which has a front aspect, a rear.While theproperty has A m e n i t ie s feature marble fireplace and been extended thereisno •Oil fired Central Heating carpet flooring. The family compromise withthe garden •Su n ro o m room, which leadsdirectly to which is fully enclosed, •Detached Garage the sun room boasts a brick bordered by mature growth •Large enclosed year surround fireplace andsolid and the large patio area at- ga rd e n Glencar is located right next to Scoil Ide and St Munchin’s in a desirable city location

Limerick: +353 61 318 770 | Galway: +353 91 567 331 Athlone: +353 90 6489000 Superbly-finished country www.powercs.ie EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST house has fantastic space

Facts at a glance

Lo c at i o n : Carrigkettle, Old Pallas, Pallasgreen Description: Fo u r - bed roo m , detached house Price: €28 0 , 0 0 0 Seller: Dooley Group Contact: 061 385852

A spacious detached four- bedroom home, Carrigkettle is in excellent condition DEVELOPMENT LAND, DEVELOPMENT SITE, throughout withlandscaped gardens to front and rear. ADARE, LIMERICK. CORNER OF PARNELL STREET Property featuresinclude There is wonderful space, inside and out, at Carrigkettle in Old &SEXTON STREET,LIMERICK. oak fitted kitchen, coving and Pallas, Pallasgreen, Co. Limerick • Large town centre development site extending to recessed lighting approximately 7.00 hectares (17.29 acres). • Stategic site suitable for alarge-scale residential • Site extends to approximately 0.05 hectares (0.12 acres). th roug h out . development (SPP). • Located within Limerick City Centre. The rooms,including the • Located within Adare Town Centre and accessed off • Zoned -City Centre Commercial Area. master bedroom feature en- the N21 Limerick to Tralee Road. • Strategic corner site suitable for the development of suites withwalk in ward- • Primarily Zoned “Residential Development Area Phase 1”. alandmark focal building (SPP). rob e s . • Locatedinproximity to the newlyrefurbished Adare • Major refurbishment planned for surrounding Manor Hotel &Golf Resort. streetscape. The patio doors lead to the DEADLINE: DEADLINE: extensive reargarden from theconservatory, while out • Expressions of interest forms are available from • Expressions of interest forms are available from Power &Associates, 51 O’Connell Street, Limerick. Power &Associates, 51 O’Connell Street, Limerick. frontthere is a large gravel • Final Datefor submission of expression of interest •Final Date for submission of expression of interest d r iveway. -9th Feb 2018 at 12noon. -2nd Feb 2018 at 12noon. The home is fully alarmed and has oil-fired central CONTACT: Emma O’Meara /Patrick Seymour h eat i n g . WC, Office/playroom/bed- in Kilteely continue on to the +353 61 318 770 or [email protected] Accommodation com- room, fourbedrooms and first cross and take a left. prises: Entrance Hall, Kit- main bathroom. Property is circa 300m on chen/Dining room, Sitting DIRECTIONS right hand side. Dooley sign PSRA Licence Room, Conservatory, Utility, Driving outby thechurch No. 001297 LIMERICK ■ GALWAY ■ ATHLONE th e re o n . Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 31

DEDICTATED | PROFESSIONAL | PASSIONATE

O’CONNOR MURPHY T: 061 279 300 100 O’CONNELL STREET, LIMERICK 52 Ashbrook, Ennis Road, Limerick Glencar, Corbally Road, Limerick 5 Alandale Orchard, Ashbourne Ave, SCR, Limk Large 4 bedroom detached Beautifully maintained Deceptively spacious home, Prestigious location family home with detached townhouse within walking off the Ennis Road within garage, Sought after central distance of Mary I and city walking distance of all location with Large site, centre. Sought after location, amenities. Mature residential Bright spacious rooms excellently maintained area. throughout. throughout. Accom: Drawing room, Accom: Living room, Family Accom: Study, Kitchen, kitchen, family room, room, Kitchen/Dining, Utility, Living/Dining area, WC, 3 conservatory, utility, 4 beds, Sunroom, wc, Office, 3 Beds, bedrooms, En-suite, bathroom. Bathroom, Detached garage. Bathroom. Approx: 1,862 sq.ft Approx: 1,400 sq.ft. Approx. 1,356 sq.ft. (excluding garage)

ASKING PRICE: ¤300,000 BER | C1 ASKING PRICE: ¤310,000 BER | D2 ASKING PRICE: ¤220,000 BER | C1 13 Clareview Terrace, Farranshone, Limerick 4 Irish Cottages, Murroe, Co Limerick Newcastle, Golf Links Road, Castletroy, Limk Highly sought-after location. Charming 3 bedroom Large family home with 6 Original features and modern thatched cottage, located in bedrooms. Excellent location just extension with off street the heart of Murroe Village. off the Golf Links Road. Close parking. Ideally situated Only 20 minutes to Limerick to UL, Plassey, Castletroy College within walking distance of all City. Small residential & several primary schools amenities development overlooking Accom: Hallway, Living Room, large green area Study/Family Room, Dining Accom: Living Room, Family Room,Kitchen/Breakfast Area, room, Open plan kitchen Accom: Living room, 3 Sun Room, Main Bathroom, 4 dining, 3 Bedrooms, Bedrooms, Kitchen, WC, Bedrooms, En-suite, Self- Bathroom. shower room. contained extension Lounge, Approx: 755 sq.ft Kitchenette, 2 bedrooms & wc. Approx: 2,562 sq.ft

ASKING PRICE: ¤190,000 BER | D2 ASKING PRICE: ¤110,000 BER | E1 ASKING PRICE: ¤320,000 BER | F 38 Clonbeg, Churchhill Meadows, Limerick 14 & 15 Castle Gardens, Bunratty, Co Clare 7 & 8 Rices Corner, High Road, Limerick Located in a quiet cul-de-sac 2 charming three bedroom 2 bright and spacious first Overlooking a large green terraced houses. Located in floor apartments. Positioned area. Presented in turn key the popular village of Bunratty, just a stone’s throw from the condition just a short stroll from a host city centre. Secure Accom: Living, of local amenities. Properties underground parking Kitchen/Dining, 3 bedrooms, are part of a holiday home Acom: 3 bedrooms, open En-suite, Bathroom. scheme exclusively used for plan kitchen - living/dining short term accommodation Approx: 965 sq.ft room and main bathroom. Accom: Porch, Hallway, Living Approx: 700sq.ft. Room, Kitchen, 3 Bedrooms, 2 En-suites, Bathroom. Approx: 1130 sq.ft.

ASKING PRICE: ¤205,000 BER | D1 ASKING PRICE: ¤95,000 (Each) BER | D2 ASKING PRICE: ¤98,000 (Each) BER | D1 1 Barrington Court, N.C.R., Limerick 68 The Sarsfield, Strand Apartment Complex 37 Knocklyon, Clonmacken, Limerick A luxurious development Spacious two-bed apartment Spacious three bedroom within a mature, landscaped situated in the prestigious mid-terrace townhouse location on the prestigious Strand Complex. Meticulously Ideally positioned within a North Circular Road. High maintained and secure well established family ceilings and large spacious development. A desirable friendly neighbourhood. rooms with ample parking location within walking Just off the Ennis Road & within this secure electronic distance of all amenities. major road networks, offering gated development. Communal landscaped convenience and just a gentle gardens and secure parking Accom: Living/Kitchen/ stroll to a host of amenities. Dining, 2 bedrooms, En-suite Accom: Kitchen/Living/Dining, Accom: Living Room, Bathroom. 2 bedrooms (Master En-suite), Kicthen/Dining, 3 Beds, Bathroom. Approx: 1,000 sq.ft 1 En-suite, Bathroom. Approx: 795 sq.ft Approx: 980 sq.ft. ASKING PRICE: ¤240,000 BER | C3 ASKING PRICE: ¤235,000 BER | B2 ASKING PRICE: ¤185,000 BER | C1 PSR LICENCE NO: 001988 THE REA O’CONNOR MURPHY TEAM…

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Model Sarah wearing a dress and jacket from Kimono Boutique in Newcastle West and Charleville with jewellery from Keane's. Pictures: Alan Place Photography 36 LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8 FASHION, FITNESS & HEALTH

with Celia STYLEANDFASHION HolmanLee Bright new looks for spring

HE STYLE in Lim- cent shades, is seen thestops forthis wonderful erick city and throughout the collections Limerick Tagged event. county were cer- from shops to designers. The makeup looks were tainly the focus of Modern shapes are cre- created by Fiona of FMN attention when we ated withconsidered preci- Makeup,while hair wasby recently photographed the T sion, and designs are the Hugh Campbell Hair fantastic fashion looks for executed with an eye for tail- Group, Limerick. Limerick Tagged at the Dun- oring. raven Arms Hotel in Adare The theme wasa positive Pict ures: by Alan Place v i l l a ge. approach: there wasajoyous P h otog r a p hy The boutiques and de- nature tothis Limerick Ven ue: Adare Village and signers showcased magnifi- Tagged photoshoot. Dunraven Arms Hotel; cent pieces, with looks In shoes this season, we M o d e l s’ Hair: Jamie for dominated by a distinctly see thereturn of the super Hugh Campbell Hair Group; nostalgic feeling. feminine rise in heels, simple M o d e l s’ M a ke - U p : Fiona for These looks are all about straps and bold blocksof FMN Make-up & Hair, decoration and ornamenta- c o l ou r. M u n g ret . t io n . The boutiques and de- Models & Styling: Holman Colour, in all its magnifi- signersreally pulled outall Lee Agency

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horror, he doesn’t always put when you’re wearing a darker trousers, some are morever- his best foot forwardwhen suit. Or, if you do decide to satile than others. matching his hosiery with his spin the colour wheel, mus- Alwayswear black shoes ta i l o r i n g . tard, turquoise and redsit es- with a black suit and recycle C a n ad a’s leading man has pecially well with navy them for deep navy business punctured many a strong look tailoring thanks to the con- suits when youhavea day in with an ill-advised, novelty trast. If you do take this route boardroom. Chocolate brown sock, and every guy should es- though, ensure thevibrancy shoes will work with your chew the Chewbacca feet for is limited to your ankles only. staple navy and grey tailoring, something more appro- and it’s also worth keep p r i ate. something a littleless formal A foolproof techniqueis to C a n ad a’s leading man in your rotation for dress- match the colour of your has punctured many down days. socks with thecolour of your Deep, darkclaret shoes trousers. Black on black, navy a strong look with an work well across arange of on navy, fifty shades of grey. ill-advised, novelty suit colours, from black and For a slightly less boring navy to dark brownand grey. approach, look out for subtle so ck Tan brogues can be worn with details within an outfit to blue and grey suits also, but highlight with your socks. S H O ES they don’t work withdarker Things like the lining of a Now, nobodyis sayingyou to n e s . suit jacket,a colour detail on need a Rapper-stylewalk-in I t’s not just the colour to the belt, or your pocket wardrobe, but every man consider, butthe styleof shoe square or cufflinks. Know should ownat least afew col- too. My advice is to keep your that some combinations are ours and styles of work footwearsimple –a classic easier to pull off than others, shoes. brogue,Derby or loafer fora to o. A single pair won’t sit with classic suit. It’s much easier Classic dressers should every suit hanging on your to make a statement up-top optfor black, burgundyor rail, but when it comes to with your accessories than it dark greys socks –especially matching your shoes and is your footwear.

LOOK OF THE WEEK

Suit yourself at Selected Homme My look of the week is from one of my fa- vourite new stores in Limerick, The Selected Homme/Femme store in The Crescent Shop- ping Centre. Yours truly is modelling the beautiful one-button two-piece suit that I wore to the Hi Style awards in November. My Zero-Tadcane Navy Check blazer costs just €149.99, my Zero-Tad- cane Navy Check trousers cost €79 . 99 , my Done Oak white shirt costs €49.95, my Tower Merino crew neck jumper costs €59.99 and my tie costs €34.99. The Selected Homme/Femme store in the Crescent is an amazing addition to the Limerick retail scene so call into the team and check out their amazing range. Photo by Paudie Bourke 40 LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8 FASHION, FITNESS & HEALTH

CONTACT LEANNE Fit for fac e boo k : leannemooreofficial email: [email protected] LEANNEMOORE L i fe web site: w w w. l e a n n e m oo re. i e Give your metabolism a boost ET’S start by asking 3. DRINK GREEN TEA what exactlyis your Evidence on green tea metabolism? Well shows it may crank up meta- putsimply, it's a bolism. Try drinking 2-3cups series of chemical aday - replacing your regular Lprocesses by which your tea or coffee. cells producethe energy needed to supportlife. The 4. BUILD SOME MUSCLE higher your metabolism, the Not only does muscle moreenergy yourbody weigh more than fat, but it burns. Youshould notthink also uses more energy too. On of good metabolism as average, a woman who something only the “luc ky weight-trains for 30-40mins, few ”enjoy. You can raise twice a week, for four months yours and reap thebenefits. will increase her resting Here are some ways to help metabolism by 100 calories boost your metabolism. per day. 1 .EAT ENOUGH I’ve been preaching now To lose weight we need to forsolong aboutthe benefits reduce our calories, but if we of weight training and this is reduce our calories by too yet another one. Men and much, we will just cause our women will benefit greatly metabolism to slow down. from adding some resistance When we eat food our body trainingto theirworkout burns itup to use as energy. rout i n e s . However, ifwe arenot eating enough food, the rate at Evidence on green tea shows it may crank up metabolism 5. DRINK MORE WATER which we metabolise it slows Your body needs calories down, and our bodies are less to process water. Ifyou’re likely to use it for energy.In- and keep that metabolism something! Eating throughout the dayand pancakes with fruitand even mildly dehydratedyour stead, the bodyis more likely goi n g . something in themorning gives us more energy! Some greek yoghurt and protein metabolism slows down. Try to store it as unwanted fat, to kick startsour metabolism. of my favourite breakfasts smoothieswith fruit and to drink more water! Keep a use at a later time. Eat good 2. EAT BREAKFAST It also helps our bodyand include avocados and eggs g re e n s . bottle withyou every dayto foods, eat often, eat enough Even if it’s small,eat brain to function better on wholemeal toast, protein remind you to fill up on H2O.

WHAT I'M LOVING THIS WEEK FITSPIRATION OF THE WEEK: Claire Byrnes The Armada Spanish Point Dave and I were at The Ar- Claireisa Fitness Instructorand Pil- muscle will stay.Iam enjoying the ates Teacher from Limerickand cur- bulking phase at the moment as I am mada Hotel in Spanish Point rently works at Go Gym. currentlyeating 2550 -2600 caloriesa over the weekend - it's still d ay. my favourite spot in Ireland - 1: How did you begin your fitness so we had to book it for our j o u r n ey ? 3: What is your health and fitness wedding! We have officially Ihavebeing into fitness since my m a nt ra? set the date for March 2019 early 20's. I started lifting weights but and to celebrate we tucked probably didn't have aclue what i was Strive for progress notperfection, into this fine feed - The doing at thetime. Imoved to Australia everyone has to start somewhere. Galleon. Three tiers of fresh six years ago whichis where i started sea food. Its unbelievable getting help withmy training through Personal trainers and learned a lot 4: What's your favourite fit food? and a must if you happen to from them. I also tried my hand at be heading west anytime crossfit for the best part of 2 years Vegetables, any of them. Low in cal- s oo n . where i gained experience In Olympic levels as well as pre, post natal, rehab ories and you can load your plate to fill lifting, but due to back issues and the and one on ones clients. up on them. intensity of crossfit i decided it wasn't Intensity Spin at Go Gym the best option for me, so I went back to 2: You've recently decided to compete 5: Who are your personal fitspira- a commercial gym, got a newPT and in the RIBBF - how long will prep be t i o n s? L AST week I finally of that we are de- continued with the weights. and what will it entail? got to go back to lighted to join I loved it so much I decided to do my Iam competing in bikini fitness Living in Australia for six years I fol- fitness instructor course while still in competition in Oct 2018 in UL. Ihave loweda lot of people there on social work at Go Gym forces with An- Australia and moved back to Ireland in media who may not be well known here Limerick after the thony who is nine months to prepare. At the mo- August ready to hit theground run- ment I am in a bulking phase which but ill throw a few names out, Shannah panto run at UCH. bringing his In- ning. I have since become qualified as a means food food food and morefood Baker, Cass Martin, Ray Sedrak, Hattie I’m thrilled and de- tensity Spin classes StottPilates instructor,TRX &Kettle- and of course the weights. The aim Boydle to name a few. In terms of lighted to be back, to the gym open to bells, Indoor cycling and Pump.This would be to put onmuscle in all the sports, reallyliking Antony Joshua at and the January both members and year ihope to finish my PT course in rightareas in thebulking phase and the moment (for obvious reasons;)) buzz is well under way. non members. The extreme full so Ican helpothers reach therefit- then approx three months out from Jessica Ennis and Serena Williams. W e’ve just changed up our spin classes will take place ness goals. My long term goal would be the competition I would go into a cut Social Media: Instagram: class timetable again so we four times a week. For more to able to open myown pilatesstudio where my calories will decrease,I will c_byrnesfit -Follow along to see how now have even more variety information call us at 061 which would cater to members of all lean out, loose fat buthopefully the my training for RIBBF is going. for all our members. On top 3285 0 3 . Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 41 FASHION, FITNESS & HEALTH with EVA HILL HAMILTON CONTACT EVA website: www.evahillnutrition.com a email: [email protected] H E A LT H Y LIVING facebook: HealingWithWholeFoods How to stop that tired feeling HE single question I right kind of carbohydrate. created. The abilityto con- bohydrate such as vegetables, get asked more than We effectively ‘bu r n’ car - tinually disarm these with lowsugar containing fruits, any other is how to bohydrate, releasing the antioxidants from plants, and wholegrains and include pro- stop feeling tired all su n’s energy within food, particularly an antioxidant tein in each meal and snack to the time.There are with oxygen, which comes called Co-enzyme Q10, makes balance blood sugarlevels lots of studies that report T from the breath. a big difference to how you and maintain constant en- ‘f a t i g ue’ as asymptom of a Withmore oxygen, people feel. So these are the basic en- erg y. lack of a nutrientsoradis- feel moreenergised and the ergy nutrients. ■ Supplement the energy ease state. simplest way to increase your If all these fuels keep your nutrients - a high B complex In truth, thereis a wide intake of oxygen is through engine running, so to speak, containing multivitamin and range of reasons whywe certain breathing techniques adrenal hormones arethe ac- some extra Magnesium. Try could feel a lack of energy, in- and exercise. celerator,with thyroid hor- extra Co-Q10and chromium, cluding the post-holiday However, beforethe car- mones being the ignition - the especially if you crave blues, low iron levels, hypo- bohydrateyou eatgetsto on-off button on all cells. s we et s . thyroid, adrenal dysfunction meetoxygenfor thefinal en- These are the energy hor- ■ Support your thyroid or inflammatory conditions, ergy-making reaction, the mones, and they too are made and adrenals withwhole- therefore the root of the ‘f u e l ’has to be prepared and from specific nutrients, grain oats, seavegetables like problem needs to be investig- broken down, step-by-step. primarily amino acids de- Kelp, Kombu and Hijiki; take ated and treated. Thisis doneby asequence Avoiding energy expenders such as caffeine, alcohol and sugar is a rived from protein (meats, adaptogenic herbs (Rhodiola, On aphysical/chemical of enzymes that depend on a good start in kicking that fatigue feeling egg, fish, beans, etc.). Siberian ginseng) and min- level, we derive energy from whole family of nutrients, es- And of course there is imise caffeine intake. 1-2 thesun, which is captured by pecially B vitamins and vit- hydrate) supply to cells. needfurther nutrientsas nothing draining your energy cups of green tea in the plants asthe energy that amin C, as well as the At the same time the en- iron, copper, magnesium and morethan a bad night’s morning time is beneficial. binds together carbon, hy- minerals iron, zinc and mag- ergy within glucose is re- omega 3 essential fats. With s l e e p. ■ Do vital energy gener- drogen and oxygen as carbo- nesium. Chromium also leased within the energy eachmolecule of energy re- To boost your energy and ating aerobic exercises every hydrate. So, thefirst plays a vital role instabilising factories (called mitochon- lased so tooare millions of keep it at a good level: day.Ifonly 20 minutes, but requirementfor energy is the glucose (digested carbo- dria)inside every cell, which harmful oxidantby-products ■ Eat therightkind ofcar- work up a sweat!

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Left: If we fly off the handle, they will learn that this is okay. If we step outside of the situation, take some calming breaths and wait until we have calmed down to react, they will learn to do this too Managing anger is crucial to parenting

ast week, we looked aresome ways to help deal ■ Use Anger Reducers. yelling. I’m staying calm) at how to help your more effectively with anger. Notice and write down TopTips- For praising your child child to manage It is really helpful to write what helps to relieve the ■ Notice and Reflect on stress. This week, we things down what triggers us, tension in your body and your Response. Write this look at another big how we feel and how we react. reduce your anger. It down and think about Praising your child is one of the best ways of encouraging positive Lemotion that can overwhelm This can also be adapted to might be things like your response to a situ- behaviour and giving your child a strong sense of self. Below are all of us from time to time help children to recognise taking calming breaths, ation that made you angry. some tips on how to praise in a way that will have a really positive and leave us feeling outof their owntriggers and name counting backwards; What did you do? How did benefit on your child and the relationship between the two of you. control: Anger. their own emotions. taking a walk; thinking of you feel? Were your griev- Anger is a natural emotion calm, pleasant images; ances real or imagined? ● Be specific. Instead of saying things like, “Yo u ’re such a good boy”, that ismeant to alert and en- ■ Note What Triggers the conscious relaxing of your Did selfishness or jealousy try “I really like the way you helped Aoife when she fell. You ergise us when there is a need Anger: Write down those muscles; or thinking feed your anger? Did your showed such kindness and caring.” to change aharmful situ- things that cause you to through your re- own thoughts feed the ation. Anger can trigger ane- become angry. These sponses—what would anger? What we the con- ● Notice the small things. Children love to be noticed and part of cessary response to a might be external triggers happen if I lose control? sequences? What did you our job as parents is to help give them a strong sense of them- negative situation. If we let (what others do) or in- Why am I getting so do well? What could you selves. By commenting on the small things (“You got dressed all by yourself - you’re getting so independent!” or “You really seemed to anger get outof control, ternal triggers (what you angry? Is it worth it? do better next time? love working out in the garden - you have such a love of nature”), however, it can damageour say to our self or how you children will feel that they are really seen and valued. health, our relationships and interpret an event) ■ Use Reminders. Write Remember that trying to those around us. down words and phrases change behaviourand ● ■ Praise effort, not outcomes. Instead of saying, “You did great on Modelling positive re- Notice your body’s re- to help “cool” and refocus teaching your child these your maths test - you are so clever”, say something like, “I saw sponses is so important in sponses. Notice and write your thoughts. Use skills is not easy—it takes how hard you worked on your maths - you have really learned so teaching our children howto down your body’s re- problem solving or ques- time and patience.Noone m uch.” This will help them to see the value of effort and hard managetheir anger. If we fly sponse to anger producing tioning thoughts (“H o w handles every situation per- work; focusing only on the outcome can give them a fear of failure off the handle, they will learn situations. You might feel can I solve this peace- fectly so remember to be kind and make them less willing to try unless they are certain they can that this is okay.Ifwestep flushed or hot; have a f u l l y? ”; “Why am I getting and forgiving to yourself and s u c c e ed . outside of thesituation, take pounding heart; a knot in angry? What’s behind your child. somecalming breathsand your stomach; start th i s? ” ). Try control and es- This information is ad- ● Be sincere. Don’t overdo praise (“You are the best piano player in wait until we have calmed grinding your teeth; have cape thoughts (“I can walk apted fromthe Strength- the whole world!”). Children can see through this easily, and they down to react, they will learn sweaty palms; you might away ” or “I can take some ening Families Programme. wo n’t be sure when your praise is really sincere. Giving specific, to do this too. clench your fists or tense time out”) or forward- Please see www.lovepar- sincere praise will give them a much greater sense of self and will Our anger responses are your muscles; your looking thoughts (“W h a t enting.iefor moreinforma- strengthen the bonds between the two of you. learned behaviours. We can breathing may become will happen if I let myself tion. We have shared atip change them, but it takes rapid, etc. get angry?”) Praise your- sheet from thestrength- some effort and time. Below self (“Good! I’m not ening. Tuesday, January 23, 2018 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 43

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FOLLOWRICHARD Facebook@ILoveLimerick Twitter ILoveLimerick RichardLynch [email protected] ILIMERICK Web www.ILoveLimerick.com Let’s pull together Teen Ciaraneeds Limerick’s help in the fightofher life

IXTEEN-year-old CiaraMicks hopes ‘Wehavealotof to raise morethan people helping so far, €100,000 forasur- so it’s very gery in Barcelona enlightening to seeso Sthat could save her life. manypeople actually Rheumatologist Brian careand trytohelp’ MulcahyinCorkdiagnosed -Anne Micks CiarawithEhlersDanlosSyn- Ciara'smother drome (EDS) in 2015,but since being diagnosed her conditionhas deteriorated dramatically.Due to alackof expertise in Ireland, Ciara and her mother Anne were forced to travel to London, as aremostEDS patients. manycomplications as Ihave EDS is aconditionaf- –bloodpressureproblems, fectingtheconnective tissues heartproblems,and my in thebody, whichprovide blood does notclot. supportinthe skin, tendons, “You have to take into con- ligaments, blood vessels,in- siderationthe EDS and being ternal organs, and bones. resistanttothe anesthesia, so Althoughmorethan 600 they have to do alot to make it people nationally, withap- work.” proximately 40 in Limerick, After thesurgery,aged have been diagnosed with just 16,Ciarawillnever be EDS, it is still under-re- able to move her neck again, searched in thecountry,and or move her head up,down, both Anne and Ciara believe left or right. Time is of thees- manypeople go undiagnosed sence forCiaranow as the because of thelackofknow- next available procedureisin ledge. March, leavingher withjust Anne is also thechair- over one month to raise more person of Irish EDS and Hy- than €70,000 by thetime of RichardpicturedwithAnne Micks and her daughterCiarawho needsalifesavingoperation by March PICTURE: CIAN REINHARDT/ILOVELIMERICK permobilitySpectrum writing this article. Disorders (HSD) in Ireland “Wehavealotofpeople She wasatruly inspirational they were from my ho- and says,“We have morethan helping so far,soit’sveryen- human being.IlovedThe metown. 500 adults and morethan 120 lighteningtosee so many Cranberries’ firsttwoalbums Ifelt so proud to be from kids in theIrish EDS and HSD peopleactuallycareandtryto and stilllisten to ‘Linger’ on a Limerick at that moment. group,and that is onlyour help.There arepeoplein regular basis as it brought Thenten years ago, when I group.In2014 it wasestim- Glasgowand Lanzarote backsomanyhappy wasthe creative director of ated therewerenearly2000 helping us raise funds,”said memories of yesteryear. Limerick Now Magazine I people in Ireland whohave Ciara, withher mumadding, Imet Doloresfor thefirst chose Dolorestobeonthe thecondition.” “Weare very fortunate.” time almost 30 years ago coverfor aspecialmusic As thereisnotreatment If Ciaramisses thesurgery whenIranupShannonStreet issue.Iknewithad to be her available to EDS patients in in March, Anne says thesur- after her because she left her as she wasthe biggest music Ireland, manypeoplelike gery is movedbackto walletbehind her in the24 star ever to comefromour Ciara areforcedtotravelto November, Anne says,“that hour shop. beautifulcity. theUKfor check-ups, as well takesawayanother year of At thetimeIwasjustoutof Icontactedher brother PJ as specialist adviceand treat- her life. And shehas had school at Christian Brothers whohelpedtomakeitall ment. enoughyears gone already. on Sexton Streetand her happen. My lovely friend Raising fundsfor alife- “If anybodywould liketo brother PJ hadbeen in my SarahLynchwrote afantastic Linda Ledger,CEO of St Munchin's CommunityCentre, Cllr Michael saving surgical procedure, help raise funds by doing classfor secondary school. five-pagearticle about Hourigan, TaoiseachLeo Varadkar,Senator Maria Byrne, Kieran Ciara hopes to makethe trip theirown eventinCiara’s Then in August 1994 after Dolores and again Ifeltvery O’Neill, chairperson of St.Munchin's CommunityCentre, TD Michael to Barcelona, Spain whichis honour,please getincontact my move to New York,Ire- proud that this idea of mine Noonan and SenatorKieranO’Donnell pictured during the theonlyEuropean cityto as we would be very grateful,” member thepride Ifelt sit- that could cometofruition as Taoiseach’svisit to the centre PICTURE: LEON LEDGER carry outthe cervical fusion Anne concluded. ting in thegrass withmy Ialwaysfelt Dolores and The surgery Ciaraneeds. If youwould liketodonate American friends as The Cranberriesnever gotthe re- Thisoperationwould to Ciara’sEDS surgery fund, Memories of Limerick Dolores whowas origin- CranberriesplayedatCentral cognitionthattheydeserved needtohappenthis March youcan visit www.go- Legend Dolores ally from Ballybrickenin Park Summer Stage. in Ireland. 2018soshe needstoraise the fundme.com/ciaraeds or Iwas so sadlast week County Limerick, wasone of It wasthen Irealised the Putting her on amagazine funds beforethen. contactAnne at anned- when Limerick legend thefirst femalerockstars to significanceofthisbandfrom coverinher hometownheld a “InIreland, they can do [email protected] Dolores ORiordan, lead comeoutofLimerick,leading Limerick whohad made it special meaning forme. That cervical fusion procedures, www.face- singer of The Cranberries The Cranberries to interna- globally. wasour Dolores. butnot on an EDS patient, book.com/ciarasfightfor passed away suddenly at the tional success throughout Allmyfriends lovedthe Songs such as Linger, nevermindsomebodywithas more info. ageof46inLondon. the‘90sand rightuptotoday. band and could notbelieve ZombieandDreamsachieved Tuesday, January 23, 2018 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 45

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MayorofLimerick Sean Lynch presenting Joanne Ryan with civic honours PICTURE: LIAM BURKE/PRESS 22 Limerick playwright shares ‘In TwoMinds’

By ilovelimerick correspondentFrances Watkins

CCLAIMED Limerick playwrightand act- ress Joanne Ryanheld a‘work-in-pro- gress’ viewing of her newplayinanearly stageofits developmentatthe Belltable. This newworkwas createdinthe hope of Adeveloping an understanding of bipolar disorder. ‘In TwoMinds’was commissioned by thetheatre and wasproducedaspartofthe FirstFortnight Dolores pictured when The Cranberriesperformedatthe opening ceremonyfor the SpecialOlympics in Thomond Park in 2010 MentalHealthfestivalwhich challenges stigmas. PICTURE: DOLF PATIJN/ILOVELIMERICK Joanne shared thestage withRos na Rún’sBrídNí Chumhaill,anold pal, playing thetwo characters of ‘In TwoMinds’and Ciarda Tobindirecting. have all doneussoproud and opportunitytoshowjusthow Joanne stated that she wrote theplay-whichlooks putusonthe globalmap. proud we areinthe centre.” at therealitiesofliving withbipolar disorder -after -LoveRichardx. St.Munchin’sCommunity her mother Gloria wasdiagnosed withthe condition Centrehas hadanactive role five years ago; thetwo main characters in theplay TaoiseachLeo Varadkar in promoting and developing being mother and daughter. visits St Munchin’s communityinvolvement Joanne said, “It’sverymuchinspired by my experi- Community Centre within Limerick since its es- ence withmymother.She has been collaborating with tablishmentin2005. me very closely.She hasbeen amazing.She has been By illovelimerick corres- Formoreinfovisit very open withme, and Iknowalot of families in Ire- pondentFrances Watkins www.stmunchinscom- land would notbeinaposition to be that open about TaoiseachLeo Varadkar munitycentre.ie. bipolar or anyother mentalhealthcondition.”Joanne visited St Munchin’s Com- will be holdingworkshops withLimerickMental munityCentrelastFridayto Metis Music ForMental HealthAssociation to explorethe disorder further. see theworkthatthe centre Health gig in Dolans Joanne has enjoyed muchsuccess over theyears does withthe people of Lim- Warehouse abig success and has wonvarious awards butlast month Mayor erick. He waslooking at the Sean Lynch welcomed Joanne and fellowtheatre- school’s outreachservices Metis Ireland, afinancial maker Ann BlaketoCityHall to honour them fortheir and presentedawardstostaff planning companylocatedin contributiontothe arts and theatreinLimerick. Con- at thecentrethatare re- Limerick held aMusicfor gratsJoanne! ceiving QQI Level5Awardsin MentalHealthgig in Dolans Healthcare. Mr.Varadkar Warehouse in aidofthe char- Pictured in Dolans Warehouse forthe Metis Music ForMental also launched theQQI Level5 ities LimerickSuicide Watch shiftingfrommusical highs whichhad theaudience Health eventwas DermotSheedy,Hermitage Green, Niall O Hairdressing course and and Pieta House. to tears streaming from the singing in sheer enjoyment. Halloran, MikeHogan and Neil Dolan, Dolans Pub learned all aboutthe AgeWell Over 300 guestsatDolans realityofwhatishappening to people whojust can’t cope PICTURE: OISIN MC HUGH/TRUE MEDIA programme run by the Warehouse were treatedtoa And finally… centre. host of local talent. withthe stress of lifeand LindaLedger, St MC Karl Dalypresented need thesupportofthe If anyone wantstokeep globalsuccess withDolores’ Love Limerick. 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Off duty: Limerick's Seanie Limerick Buckley (left) and Johnny McCarthy have retired from inter county football after sides eye stellar careers in green d o - o r- d i e Cup ties SCHOOLS CUP RUGBY

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IT’S make-or-break forsix Limerick teams in this s ea s o n’s Clayton Hotels Munster Schools Senior and Junior Cups this week as the competitions reach the knock-out stages. The play-off games in the Senior and Junior Cups fea- ture teams whichtasted de- featinlast week’s first round ga m e s . Highlights of next week’s knock-out fixtures include themeeting of St Munchin’s College and Ardscoil Ris in a SeniorCup play-off game at UL 4G rugby pitchon to- morrow, Wednesday, 2.30pm. On Thursday, also in the Senior Cup, Castletroy Col- lege facea winner-take-all play-off against Rockwell Col- lege atClanwilliam FC, 2.30pm. There are also threeLim- erick teams involved in the Junior Cup play-offs. The games getunderway today, Tuesday, asArdscoil Ris travel to Musgrave Park to take on a highly-rated PBC side, 2pm. The other Junior Cup play- off game is theall-Limerick meeting of Glenstal Abbey and St Clement’s College at Changing of the guard UL 4G on tomorrow, Wed- nesday, at 1pm, the fixture forms the first half of a double heather with theSenior Cup derby clashof ArdscoilRis and St Munchin’s. The winners ofthe play- for Limerick footballers off games advance to the quarter-finals of the Cups, Limerick manager Billy Lee. Limerick and his club he put to a tour of duty in Lebanon. while the losers bow out for BY JE RO M E O’CONNELL year later. Both served under e-mail: j oc o n n e l l @ l i m e r i c k l ead e r. i e He added: "Both have his whole life on hold for foot- The vice-captains are Sean another year. managers Liam Kearns, Twitter: @JeromeSpor t given serious serviceto Lim- ball. Hethrew the kitchen O’Dea and Paul White. In the SeniorCup, Ard- Mickey Ned O’Su l l iva n , erick and would be an asset to sink at it - trying toensure he LIMERICK: Shane Doherty, David Connolly, scoil Ris lost theiropening Maurice Horan, John Brudair any set-up." was thebest he could be. He Davy Lyons and Robbie Bourke (all Adare), fixture against a clinical CBC THE Limerick senior foot- and Billy Lee. Jim Liston, Tommy Griffin and Colm Mc- "Johnnywas aquiteleader demanded that of others and side 34-7 at Lansdowne in ballers begin life after McCarthy is Limerick’s Sweeney (all Gerald Griffins), Daniel Daly, and I neverremember him always wanted team-mates to David Ward and Eoin Joy (all Fr Caseys), Cork last week. Johnny McCarthyand most experienced champion- getting injured or missing a be the best they could be." Donal O'Sullivan and Shane Cusack (both St Munchin’s College face Seanie Buckleythis Sat- ship footballer with46ap- game," said Lee. The departure of the duo Monaleen), Paul White and Mickey Mor- a six-day turnaround urdaywhen theAllianz pearances over 14 seasons rissey (both Rathkeale), Tony McCarthy and "Johnny was always given and unavailability of others between fixtures following League commences. with Buckley notfar behind Peter Nash (both Kildimo-Pallaskenry), the task of picking up the top leaves Limerick withavery Garett Noonan and Cillian Fahy (both their 7-5, defeat to Bandon on The Billy Lee managed on 40 appearances over 13 forward in the opposition muchyouthful panel for Dromcollogher-Broadford), Darragh Treacy Thursday last. Limerick go to Portlaoise to s ea s o n s . and I don't think anyone ever 2018. A33-man panel was and Sean McSweeney (both St Kierans), On Thursday, Castletroy playLaois in round one of Di- Both won twoDivision Patrick Begley and Killian Ryan (both Mun- questioned that heshould be confirmed over the weekend College will be looking to get vision Four on Saturday (7.00) Four league titles with Lim- gret), James Brouder (Mountcollins), Sean takenoff someone.Hewould ahead of Saturday’s start of O'Dea (Kilteely-Dromkeen), Brian Fanning their Senior Cup campaign days after confirmation of the erick – Buckley captain in have got his place in any team the league. (Pallasgreen), Edward Sheehy (Granagh- back on track when travelling retirement of the long serving both 2010 and 2013. in the country,"said theLim- There is also a new captain Ballingarry), Josh Ryan (Oola), Seamus to Tipp Town to face Rockwell du o. "Johnny and Seanie are O'Carroll (Castleknock, Dublin), Jamie Lee erick manager. –M o n a l e e n ’s Donal O’Sul - following their defeat to PBC. McCarthyjoined theLim- two of the greatplayers -up (Newcastle West), Padraig Scanlon (Glin), "Seaniewas abig ambas- livan replacing Iain Corbett Padraig De Bruin (Firies, Kerry), Danny The quarter-final draw erick panel in 2004, with there with anything that has Buckley making his debut a playedfor Limerick,"said sador forLimerick. Between whowill miss theleaguedue Neville (Ballysteen), Kieran Daly (Na Piar- will be made after this game. sa i g h ) . 54 LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8 FULL TIME SCHOOLBOY NOTES LIT SCHOLARSHIPS

Fairview Rangers Carew Park v Fairview Rangers B 12.30 Carew Park, A. Galvin W E AT H E R : Again weather conditions took its toll on the fixture list with only our U-12 DIVISION THREE LEAGUE under 15 fixture, away to a youthful Re- Caherdavin Celtic B v Pike Rovers B 12.30 gional side, surviving. Putting in one of our Greenhills Dave Brosnan best performances of the season so far we LIT award student athletes Aisling Annacotty D v Shelbourne B 2.pm won this one with something to spare. Newtown Park; K. McCormack It was one of those days that everything Mungret Regional C v Caherconlish 12.30 we touched turned to gold against a home Mungret; J. Reilly Pictured at the LIT side who fought for every ball until the Newport Town B v Corbally United B 2.pm scholarship announcements final whistle. The game finished 10-0 to Newport; J. Mulligan were scholarship recipient, our lads with both Conor Keane and Le- Kelvin Brown, Shannon RFC, onard Plunkett notching a magnificent hat HYNAN TRAVEL U-14 PREMIER LEAGUE trick each. Further individual goals from Mungret Regional A v Caherdavin Celtic Prof. Vincent Cunnane, the Dave Curtin, Fathed Rathman, Tirise 11.am Castlemungret; George Clancy President, LIT, scholarship Ide and Luke Ward completed the scoring. Regional United A, v Fairview Rangers A recipient Sarah Carey, A fantastic performance by all concerned 12.30 Dooradoyle AWP; D. Dowling Limerick Camogie and Joy with Conor Keane, Leonard Plunkett, and Neville, International Referee Kyle Tierney being the standout per- U-14 DIVISION ONE LEAGUE formers on the day. Well done all. Shelbourne v Fairview Rangers B 12.30 PICTURE: ALAN PLACE Shelbourne Park; M. Kirby LIMERICK DISTRICT Geraldines, v Summerville Rovers 11.am Rathuard; Donal Power S C H O O L B OY/G I R L Regional United B v Newport Town B 2.pm LEAGUE FIXTURES Dooradoyle AWP; D. Dowling Aisling Annacotty C v Janesboro 11.am Ki- Saturday, 27 January lonan J. Galvin U-13 SFAI SKETCHERS TROY CUP, Parkville v Regional United C 12.30 Knock- ROUND OF 32 alisheen; J. Clancy Aisling Annacotty A v St Kevins Boys A Aisling Annacotty B v Corbally United B 2.pm Annacotty AWP; John McNamara 12.30 Kilonan; J. Galvin Corbally United v. Corduff 2.pm Athlunkard Frank O’Neill U -16, PREMIER LEAGUE U-15 SFAI SKETCHERS EVANS CUP, Mungret Regional v Caherdavin Celtic ROUND OF 32 12.30 Castlemungret; George Clancy Mervue United v Aisling Annacotty 2.pm Granville Rangers, v Corbally United A Fahy ’ s Field, Mervue Galway 2.pm Glenbrook; Robbie Broe

U-16 SFAI SKETCHERS BARRY CUP, U-16 DIVISION ONE LEAGUE ROUND OF 32 Corbally United B v Newport Town 12.30 Piltown v Regional United 2.30pm Kildalton Athlunkard; Brian Higgins Park, Piltown; Ballynanty Rovers v Geraldines 2.pm Shel- Fairview Rangers v Killarney Celtic 2.pm bourne Park; Martin Monaghan Fairgreen Martin Cuddihy Sunday, 28 January U-12, SFAI SKETCHERS CUP ROUND OF SOME of Limerick’s most field supports. lete supportmeasures built Neville with theLIT Out- U-10 RED GROUP 32 promising sports stars President of LIT, Prof Vin- into our programme to do standing Achievement Shelbourne 1 v Coonagh United 11.am Shel- Donacarney Celtic v Caherdavin Celtic cent Cunnane, described the this. These range from off- Awa rd . 2.pm Castlemartin were among 57 athletes to bourne Park Joe O’H a l l o r a n receive the Limerick Insti- scholarships as “the heart of field mentoring to education “Joy will always be “one of Corbally United 1, v Aisling Annacotty 1; support, sportspsychology, our own”, one of ourLIT 11.am Athlunkard John McNamara LDSL NOTES tute of Technology Sports what LIT is about –recog - Limerick v Pike Rovers 1 11.am Hogan Park; Please note as the fixture secretary is on Scholarship this academic nising our own while sup- and advice on managing is- community, of whom we are Mike Monaghan holidays from Jan 20th to Jan yea r. porting people to bethe best sues like social media.” immensely proud. The list of Regional United 1, v Aisling Annacotty 2; 27th all queries relating to fixture to go to they can be.” Leading sports stars in- your achievements is hugely 11.am Dooradoyle Laura Hughes LIT’s Sports Scholarship Gerry McCormack, League “Itis important to under- cluding Joe Canning and impressive, but it is your Secretar y Programme has doubled in U-10 BLUE GROUP size over the last three years, stand that these young Jackie Tyrrell have previ- commitment, determina- Lisnagry 1 v Corbally United 2; 11.am and provides athletic sup- people are part of an institu- ously receivedthe scholar- tion to strive to be the best Scanlon Park A. Walsh SMALL SIDED GAMES tion which recognises them ship from LIT,while current youcan be,breaking down Regional United 2 v Mungret Regional 1; U-7 football restarts on 3 February, U-8 port, focuses on individual 12.30 Dooradoyle Laura Hughes football will resume on the10 February, welfare, and includes off- as amember of this com- lecturers Marcus Horan barriers and becoming a role Carew Park v Aisling Annacotty 3; 11.am and the U-9, grades will commence on 17 field mentoring and educa- munity. That means valuing (formerly of Ireland and model not only for our schol- Carew Park A. Galvin Februar y. tion support to its recipi- them in abalanced way. Its Munster) and Michael Fen- arship recipients here today, Caherdavin Celtic v Fairview Rangers 11.am e nt s . about what happens off the nelly (Kilkenny) are also pre- but to sports’women and Greenhills Dave Brosnan SFAI NATIONAL CUP Last Saturday, Aisling Annacotty continued Supported by sponsors field and off the track as vious recipients. men all over Ireland that U-10 GREEN GROUP to fly the flag for Limerick with a 4-1 vic- PMI, AIB and theMunster much as on it. It isabout the During the scholarship makes you outstanding,” he Newport Town 1 v Janesboro 11.am New- tory over Ferrybank of Waterford in the Council theLIT Sports whole person and putting presentation ceremonyat told theInternational Rugby port J. Mulligan national cup. Alex Carragher worked his the circumstances in place Thomond Park last week, R e fe r e e. Parkville v Pike Rovers 2 11.am Knock- oracle down the left wing drawing a foul Scholarships areset apart alisheen J. Clancy at the corner flag. From the resultant free from others as they en- to allowthem tounlock as Prof Cunnane also LIT’s Sports Scholarship Caherconlish v Newport Town 2; 11.am Ca- kick by Mark Murphy, the ball fell at the courage young athletes to much of their potential as presentedLIT graduate and programme is nowopen for herconlish Dave Weldrick feet of Stephen Kiely and he finished from achieve greatness in their p o s s i b l e,”he said. the college’s former Rugby applications at lit.ie/sport. Ballynanty Rovers v Mungret Regional 2; close range. Ferrybank were a fine phys- “In addition to financial Officer - World Rugby Ref- For all Limerick Sport use 11.am Shelbourne Park M. Kirby ical team and worked their way back into chosen sport, while the game. Eugene Og Hurley made three providing a vast range of off- aid, we have a number of ath- eree of the Year 2017, Joy #LLSport on social media U-10 BROWN GROUP point blank saves to keep Aisling ahead as Mungret Regional 3 v Bridge Celtic 11.am the greater physical challenge looked like Mungret J. Reilly it might be telling. Ferrybank looked dan- LIT scholarship Corbally United 3 v Geraldines 11.am gerous from set pieces and it was from a Athlunkard B. Higgins corner on the right that they levelled the recipients, Louise Lisnagry 2 v Moyross United 12.30 Scanlon score with a superb header. O'Neill, Sarah Carey, Park A. Walsh In the second half, Stephen Kiely made a Megan O'Mara and Star Rovers v Aisling Annacotty 4; 11.am strong run into the right corner and his Deirdre Murphy Lee Estate T. Joyce first time cross was met by Donnacha PICTURE: ALAN PLACE Aisling Annacotty 5, v Shelbourne 2; 11.am O’Leary at the back post. Newtown Park K. McCormack The third goal came from a free kick by Mark Murphy on the right which was SHANNON ICES U-12 PREMIER LEAGUE again finished by the sharp shooter Don- Limerick F.C v Mungret Regional A 12.30 nacha O’Leary to the net. Hogan Park Mike Monaghan Quick thinking by Leon Kirrane from a Newport Town A v Regional United A 12.30 free put Stephen Kiely through and his Newport J. Mulligan well timed lob from the edge of the box Aisling Annacotty B v Fairview Rangers A closed out the match. 12.30 Newtown Park K. McCormack Eugene Og produced another 2 fantastic saves in the second half to keep Aisling in U-12 DIVISION ONE LEAGUE the lead in what was a competitive game Bridge Celtic A v Pike Rovers A 11.am Brid- t h ro u g h o u t . getown Tony Mannion Good solid defence throughout marshalled Granville Rangers v Lisnagry 12.30 Glen- by Ciaran Coulter, Oisin O’Connor, Colm brook Robbie Broe Lenihan, Stephen Oyadeji and Niall Byrnes. Summerville Rovers v Shelbourne A 11.am Darragh Murray, Darren Nwankwo, Leon Portland Park Frank O’Neill Kirrane and Mark Murphy all played well in midfield. The 2 strikers delivered with a U-12 DIVISION TWO LEAGUE brace each and did some tireless tracking Geraldines, v Aisling Annacotty C 11.am back. Finn Durack and Darragh Haugh Garryowen S. Vasilenko were introduced in the second half and Regional United B v Mungret Regional B ensured the game was closed out. Next 2.pm Dooradoyle Laura Hughes match is home against the winners of Kil- Ballynanty Rovers v Parkville 12.30 Shel- cullen / Maree Oranmore. bourne Park Martin Monaghan Tue sday, Januar y23, 20 1 8 LIMERICK CHRONICLE 55 FULL TIME LIT CELTICS BASKETBALL Celtics and Huskies claim big wins

LIT Celtics' Krystian Burchardt blocks another Dublin Lions fast break move during his side's win last weekend at the LIT SportsHub PIC PAT SHANAHAN

Woods 10 Carlow Basketball LIMERICK M e n’s National until midway throughthe gained themomentum of the Huskies moved to 6-2 from theiropening eightgames Half time score: Ulster University Elks 31-24 league basketball team LIT second quarterwhen the Limerick side as they closed UL Huskies MEN’S DIVISION ONE: Celtics claimed their fourth Limericksides intense de- out the game for an im- with a62-59 road victory fense began to pay dividends pressive 93 –82 win. over the Ulster Elks. Paris Texas Kilkenny 86-76 EJ Sligo All- win of theseason with a RESULT S S tars very impressive 93- 82 win as theLIT Celtics side took a Celtics nowhave three Kelila Atkinson led the LIT Celtics 93-82 Dublin Lions MEN’S SUPER LEAGUE: against Dublin Lions last 10 point lead. weeks off until they return scoring charts with 25 points, Kea n e’s Supervalu Killorglin 90-66 Ulster University Elks Saturday nightin LIT Celtics increased their home for what should be an- ably assisted by Cathy Camp- Pyrobel Killester 89-58 Belfast Star Neptune 101-74 IT Carlow Basketball lead and closed outthe other crackerof agame on bell and OrlaithWoods. The DCU Saints 74-110 Garvey’s Tralee Warriors S p o rt s h ub. Fr Mathews 80-91 Ballincollig Éanna 62-74 Moycullen Forty one points from quarter withsome good SundayFebruary 18against win sees the Huskies close GameFootage.net Titans 69-113 Scotts Maree 79-83 UCD Marian scores to finishthe halfwith LYIT Donegalin LIT thegap ontable toppers Lakers St Paul’s Killarney Matt StArmour coupled KUBS BC 66-86 Griffith College Swords with 15 points from John a twenty one point lead. Sportshub @ 3pm. Marble City Hawks to just T hu n d e r WO M E N ’S DIVISION ONE: Galvin and 14 from Krystian The third quarterwas threepointsahead ofthe top UCC Demons 103-105 Black Amber Tem- LIT CELTICS 93-82 DUBLIN LIONS pleogue (after overtime) Burchardt sawthe men in again abasket for basket af- twomeeting of thesides on Marble City Hawks 63-44 Fr Mathews fair but theDublin side TOP SCORERS LIT CELTICS: Matt St green claim theirfourthwin Amour 41, John Galvin 15, Krystian Burch- February 10. Fabplus North West 47-50 Meteors Ulster University Elks 59-62 UL Huskies of the season. beganto comebackreducing ardt 14 WO M E N ’S SUPER LEAGUE: Apacked LIT Sportshub the LIT Celtics side’s lead to Top scorers Dublin Lions: Muhamed Sabic ULSTER UNIVERSITY ELKS 59-62 UL Formore on LIT Celtics six points withtwo minutes 25, Igor Markiewicz 20, Tiernan Howe 16 H U S K I ES NUIG Mystics 68-65 Singleton SuperValu witnessed a highly enter- Top scorers Ulster University Elks: Alex and UL Huskies throughout re m a i n i n g . Half time score: LIT Celtics 54-33 Dublin Brunell taining game withsome Lions Mulligan 17, Aoife Callaghan 12, Shauna theseason, makesureto Some greatscores from Pyrobel Killester 67-65 DCU Mercy super shooting from both Meanwhile, in the Women's Harley Moyes 9 Maxol WIT Wildcats 71-74 Portlaoise Pan- check www.limerick- Matt StArmour, Emmet TOP SCORERS UL HUSKIES: Ke l i l a sides on the nights. Division One league, the UL t h e rs l ead e r. i e It was basket for basket Brown and Tommy Walsh re- Atkinson 25, Cathy Campbell 19, Orlaith Ambassador UCC Glanmire 85-58 IT Munster Toulon date to be confirmed this week

17th European Cupquarter- released to other long term BY COLM KI NS E L L A Munster have con- e-mail: c k i n s e l l a @ l i m e r i c k l ead e r. i e final is settotake place on firmed that the home ticket holders and season Twitter: @ckspor tleader Easter Saturday, March 31 or quarter-final ticket alloca- ticket holders. Easter Sunday, April 1. tion will be distributed Quarter-final opponents MUNSTER will learn the Two-time winnersMun- th roug h Mu n s t e r ’s rugby Toulon are entitled to 25% of exact date and kick-off time ster secured home advantage clubs, the Munster Rugby each ticket category. for theirEaster weekend forthe quarter-finals on the Supporters Club and 10 Year Should Munster win at Champions Cupquarter- back of a thumping 48-3 vic- Ticket Holders. home, the Irish province will final with Toulon at tory over Castres Olympique Should any tickets remain be away to either Clermont Thomond Park later this at Thomond Park on Sunday after these allocations have Auvergne or Racing 92inthe we e k . eve n i n g . been processed, they will be semi-finals. David Smith, Toulon, in action against Keith Earls when the sides Mu n s te r ’ s record last met in 2014 in the Champions Cup 56 LIMERICK CHRONICLE Tue sday, Januar y 23, 20 1 8

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