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RESCHEDULED THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 2 NEWS LeThe aderwww.limerickleader.ie CONTACT US Setting the agenda NEWSDESK 0 6 1 - 2 1 45 03 in Limerick n ews @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e A DV E RT I S I N G LeadingOff ▲ Q 061 214521 GOOD WEEK ▼ BAD WEEK { THEQUOT E OF THE WEEK and 061 214525 Community spirit House parties “I expect it to be at least mid-June before The Covid-19 crisis is Quite a few people were we return and after this pandemic SW I T C H B OA R D bringing people’s goodness not getting the message hopefully peaks. We are facing the single Call us on to the surface. There are about social distancing. biggest health crisis in living memory” 0 6 1 - 2 1 45 0 0 examples everywhere! Let’s hope that changes 29 Glentworth Street, Dr Des Fitzgerald, UL president Limerick

INSIDE W E BTO PTEN THIS WEEK 1. SOver 450 US planes Time for us all to be carrying weapons landed in Shannon Airport in 2019

2 54 new cases of responsible citizens coronavirus in Ireland 3 Two Limerick city hotels announce plans for full and part closure

PROTECT THE 4 Major Limerick shopping VULNERABLE centre observing normal Those at risk trading hours from Covid-19 Teenager dies following Page 8 5 crash near Limerick

6 Trolley figures hit record low at University Hospital Limerick as urgent call goes out for volunteers

I NQU E ST A DJ OU R N E D City man m u rd e re d 7 Major Limerick hotel Page 12 announces it is closing due to Covid-19

8 UL could become field Leading the charge: Well done to UL president Dr Des Fitzgerald on taking action on highlighting the need for people to hospital to help fight change their behaviour regarding the spread of coronavirus Covid-19 which won't peak until June, says president IN times of crisis, we need “These are extraordinary Do we have to wait until leaders at both local and times. We are facing the UHL is full of people dying, 9 Road closure near national level, and Isay well single biggest health crisis in before we realise we have to Limerick village following done to ULpresident Dr Des living memory...I am deeply self isolate asmuch as collision between truck and Fitzgerald fortaking action concerned thatpeople are p o s s i b l e? car on the coronavirus. not fully realising the severity Behind the scenes Iknow M A NAG I NG So many people, including of thesituation and so are not that theHSE is leading Local 10 An Post announces CASH FLOW WHATWETHINK journalists like myself, have changing their behaviour Coordination Group special coronavirus Liam Croke’s no real idea whatis going on, quickly enough,”said Dr meetings and that Chief Supt arrangements for social budget advice EUGENE but we need to listen to people Fitzgerald. He has been in Gerry Roche is in charge of we l fa re like Dr Fitzgerald, a contact with TDs, business the major emergency team. PAGE 17 PHELAN LEADER EDITOR cardiologist and former people, media and civic Let's try and maketheir job as professor of molecular leaders, looking for achange easy as possible in these very medicine at UCD. in people's behaviour. hard times . W E AT H E R FO RTHEWEEK

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W h at’s your idea of a perfect day, or a nice meal and sit outside,you will be sure to perfect weekend, in Limerick? witness many things unique. Forme aperfect day in Limerick is taking a walk through the MountSchool (Mary I Do you have a favourite local Green? campus)as it wasmyold primary schooland re s tau ra n t? or wanttoclear your PCPfinance? has a lovely walk surrounding it. I then take to The Curragower Bar and Restaurant, without the back streets to feel the remaining sense of a doubt.Being aman of chicken, one of my history and see some of the uniquequotes or best mates recommended we try their wings characters found there. and let’sjust say, there's no going elsewhere. Once you try them you will understand, along W h at’s your first Limerick memory? withthe friendlybar staff and a nice view It would have been going to the greyhound from the balcony, it’s all you could need. stadium as ayoung kid withmyfamily,itwas enjoyable for all ages and having grown up in a How would you describe the people of home with greyhounds and seen my mama L i m e r ick? along with other dogowners provide great The people here are pleasant and mostly care in the lines of protein measures and daily caring, thereisasense of pain still lurking in foronly walks made me want to own a dog and one day the background but Ifeel we are moving race it, whicha few years laterI did and towards happier times and that energy can be continue to do. felt, which is great all round.

W h at’s your favourite part of the How important do you think sport is to county and why? L i m e r ick? It has to bethe Limerickrap scene.Although Sportis massive to Limerick, all aspects of it. weekly over 5years not a location it is a place of freedom and care Althoughnot ahardcore GAAfan myself, Ido mixed with adrenaline and take interest in the Limerick boxers and they togetherness. There is unity likeno other. are phenomenal. Lee Reeves, now Family values. professional, climbing the global ranks with •Own your owncar •NoHidden Fees an unbeaten record, PaddyDonovan, now What about a favourite local walk or pro, Graham McCormack'sunbeaten and v iew? Myles Casey claiming numerous titles. There •NoEarly RepaymentPenalties My favourite outside that stated already, is definitely afuture worldchamp in the would be Clare Street canal, formerly The making. •NoBalloon Repayments CrewBridge, It was the home to some of my family when they would camp W h at’s the biggest challenge facing the alongside the canal years ago, singing city/county today? songs and telling tales by the campfire. Homelessness is the biggest problem I think Outside the history value, it’s just a these days. Ihearof so manyparents arein Atypical €10,000 five year car loan will have weekly repayments of €46.12 interest pleasant walkway that goes as far as the hotel rooms with their kids day in and day out rate of 7.5% (7.8% APR). Fixed cost of interest €1,991.80 -Total amountrepayable UL campus. which can’t be good for their mental health or €11,991.80. Loans aresubject to approval, terms and conditions apply. Sarsfield Credit Union is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. for thekids. It isbasically institutionalising What do you think gives Limerick its them. In a sense, they are confined to one unique identity? room and some families in these “hub s” h ave The people in Limerick are those who make it five or six in the one room. Alongside hygiene unique in itself. Ifyou havetime go to there aremultiple other issuesand illnesses G l e e s o n’sSpar in themiddleof town, grab a than could stem from this. THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 4 NEWS BE PART OF THE CONVERSTATION Quinlivan: Government must support workers

FAMILIES and workers must be across society as people begin to which may need to be passed at the paid employment to care for supported through this public come to terms with and plan for next Dáil sitting. The social welfare children for the duration of the health emergency, Sinn Fein’s the emergency measures system will have to adapt quickly to public health emergency. Maurice Quinlivan TD has said. introduced on Thursday. It is support families and workers “These parents must be According to Deputy Quinlivan, essential that the government acts where job losses, loss of hours or supported, not penalised. Families Sinn Féin have been in contact with quickly to support families, sickness occur. Illness benefit is an and workers must be protected government departments and workers and businesses. People important part of this, but it is only against rent increases and various sectors on measures are deeply worried that they will one part of what must be a evictions. A mortgage holiday must needed to support and assist not be able to cope financially,” comprehensive welfare response.” be provided for, as must an urgent families, workers and businesses Deputy Quinlivan said. Deputy Quinlivan has said that prohibition on utility during this public health "We have been in contact with parents, who are out of work due to disconnections such as gas and emergency brought about by the government departments on the school and creche closures, must electricity. The childcare needs of coronavirus outbreak. issues requiring immediate be supported. frontline healthcare workers must Deputy Quinlivan has said that “There is huge uncertainty attention, including legislation "Parents may be forced out of be met as a matter of urgency.” parents, who are out of work due to

Hotels close down as Covid-19 bites

LEADER REPORTERS closing until this date,the n ews @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e budget hotel'soutlet on the c i ty ’s northside at Coonagh HOTELS across Limerick remains open. have joined pubs, clubsand In Adare, the Fitzgerald some restaurants in shutting Woodlands House Hotel is down due to Covid-19. closed. Meanwhile,Adare With people following Manor confirmed they have medical advice to remain at decided to temporarily and home wherepossible, many voluntarily close theresortto hotelmanagers have decided protect their team and their to either close the hotel families, guests and the local down, or have it open on a community of Adare against strict basis to guests only. theongoing spread of the This Tuesday, it was C o ro n av i r u s . confirmed The George Hotel, Ronan Branigan, The Savoy Hoteland pictured, the Alex Findlater ge n e ra l and Co manager of re s tau ra n t , the Savoy wh ic h G roup, b et we e n said: “In th e m th e e m p l oy i nte re s t s Production has temporarily halted at Troy Studios of sci-fi epic Foundation 290 of the p e o p l e, h ea l th will close and to the safety of public until our staff Su n d ay, and Production comes to March 29. customers, we Meanwhile, the are going to meet Limerick City Hotel out staff today. We are remains open to guests. But going to temporarilyclose all M c G ett i ga n’s Bar and our outletsuntil March 29 halt at Troy Studios Restaurant on thesame site whichis thegovernment in Mallow Street is closed. advicein relation to this The AbsoluteHotel closed outb rea k .” Filming of Foundation halts effecting 300 people to the publicon Tuesday, but “Weoperate in abusiness Delayed: remain open offering limited whichwould find it hardto service to existing guests, Chernobyl and Mad Men actor to be held at the Metropole Hotel, institute social distancing,” RYAN O’ROU R K E while No.1 Pery Squareisto he added. R ya n . o r o u r ke @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e Jared Harris and The Hobbit star Lee Cork on Tuesday, March 10. close altogether for two Pace are starring in the series, which In a statement from Mr Branigan said it’s we e k s . APPLE TV's new adaptation of sci-fi is said to be the largest-scale MovieExtras.ie, a spokesperson hoped to keep Da Vincenzo’s The Maldron Hotel is epic Foundation, which was being production ever filmed in Ireland. said: “As aprecautionary measure open at the George Hotelfor open, but only for residents, filmed in Castletroy,has halted The story centers on a group that due to COVID-19, we have decided to an hour each day, forhotel as is theLimerick Strand workers both inthe Savoy production due to the Coronavirus. become exiled and want to save a cancel the Open Casting for Film H ote l . Group and across the city. Around 300 people were working Galactic Empire from destruction. Extras forthe Sci-fi Production However, the Clayton “We don’t want people to on the project.The filming of the Last week Lee Pace posted on shooting in Troy Studios and Hotelas of this Tuesday congregatein bignumbers, ten-episode series, which is based on Twitterabout how he wasenjoying surrounding areas. It was scheduled lunchtime, remained open but if they feel they want to Isaac Asimov's books, has been the scenery in and around Limerick. to take place on Tuesday 10th March generally, although the come in and catch up, we are taking place at the expansive Troy The series was expected to be at The Metropole Hotel, Cork. leisure centre had closed. going to offer staff food in Stud io s . streamed next Autumn. It was announced previously that Pery Hotel in Glentworth 12pm to 1pm each day. We’ll The writerand executive Previously,an open casting call production would notbeaffected, Street shut its doors until also extend that toany hotel producer of Foundation is Blade and fora movie being produced by Troy however, this has now changed. Sunday, March 29. staff around the citywho Batman Beginsproducer David Studios has been cancelled over Previously, Troy Studios While the Travelodge would like to have a hot meal,” Goyer, along with Asimov's daughter, coronavirus fears. produced Nightflyers, whichwas branch at Castletroy is he added. Robyn Asimov. The casting call for extras was due filmed on location. W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER NEWS 5 Traders show their true colours

Aileen McDermott, Jane Conlon and Nina Gray of Sodalicious, who made the decision to close because of the Coronavirus are donating food to the Simon Community PICTURE: ADRIAN BUTLER Business: Help given to those most in need

NICK RABBITTS n i c k @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e Limerick for 20 years, said: “I has proven to bevital, Linda would have been awake at night ad d e d . TRADERS across Limerick having thoughtsabout not giving “Spitjacks gave us in some of have shown their true colours, enough food out. I've given staff their food and the Buttery gave us with many affording donations food, and they'veall gone home some of theirs. It wasreally nice to communities in need across with boxes. But theother stuff,I of them,”she said, “It was items the city. couldn'thaveslept if Ididn'tdo like bread,cream and fruitcake. anything with it.” Our local pub, Kinsella’s have Sodaliciouscafe owner Jane She thinks when lifereturns also helped. They always come up Conlon has made asignificant to some sense of normalityafter with something.” food gift to the Mid-West Simon this outbreak, Ireland will be a A GoFundMeinternet-based Community, which supports much kinder society. fundraiser has also been homeless and vulnerable people. “I think when this is all over, launched to help theMeals on And the newlyopened people aregoing to be better for Wheels service, and has seen S pi t j ac k ’s restaurant, and the it, Ireally do. Ithink it is the €610 raised as of this Tuesday Buttery in BedfordRow have making of oursociety. There will a f te r n o o n . given food to StMunchin’s be hugeacts of kindness and love St Munchin’s Community Community Centre, which shown throughout the following Centrestaff are working withthe delivers meals onwheels tothe weeks, months and possibly HSE to identifythose who need elderly across Limerick. yea r s ,” the businesswoman the meals on wheelsthe most at Jane Conlon,proprietor of ad d e d . this time. Sdalicious, which is at the Meanwhile, with people being “At themoment, we are doing junction of Henry Streetand urgedto self-isolate to delaythe our traditional deliveries forthe LowerCecil Street, saidshe spread ofthe flu-likedisease, St over-65s, but we don’t know what would not have been able to sleep Mu n c h i n ’s Community Centre in will happen next. We have our at night if she had not donated Kileely is stepping up its state-of-the-art kitchen, we have perishable food to the Simon meals-on-wheels service. three chefs and fourvans onthe c o m mu n i ty. But, its manager Linda Ledger road ,” she added. “I hada cold room full of has revealed, due to the fact the Lessons were learnt from the perishable foods. So we decided centreasa whole is closed for flooding which hit muchof the to turn them into goods to donate publicsafetyreasons, it has lefta northside in 2014, Linda said. to the vulnerable and homeless, hole in theirfinances, whichthe To check out the GoFundMe, whoever the Mid-West Simon hairdresser, cafe, photographer check Community chooses,”she and other social enterprises out http s : / / w w w. go f u n d m e.c o m explained, “I turned a whole load would have brought in. / f / h e l p - f u n d - m ea l s - a m p -wh e e l s of chickens into a beautiful With 26 peopleemployed, it - s t- mu n c h i n 0 3 9 s - c c ? utm _ chickencasserole. We made has presented abig problem to s ou rc e = c u s t o m e r& u tm _ potted food, and soup as well.” the centre boss. m e d i u m = c o py _ l i n k & utm _ Ms Conlon, whohas lived in The businesses stepping in c a m pa i g n = p _ c f + s h a re - f l o w-1 . THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 6 NEWS BE PART OF THE CONVERSTATION Estate goes green for unique St Patrick’s bash

NICK RABBITTS since nine o’clock this n i c k @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e morning painting and colouring. We hadn’t been ALTHOUGH the city-wide St able to prepare for St Patr i c k ’s Day celebrations Patr i c k ’s Day, we had other were called off due to things on our mind,”she coronavirus, smaller parties ad d e d . were held across Limerick. Phil McNamara added: “I At the Grange in Raheen, find with all the trouble and parents and children worries, it’s great we’ve all decorated their windows, come together to celebrate St and got together on the dot of Patr i c k ’s Day, to put on a bit three this Tuesday afternoon of green, and basically, be to say hello and mark our normal – albeit with a bit of national holiday – while of social distancing!” course keeping a safe Sounding a defiant note, distance from one another. she added: “We will prevail. It was the brainchild of As our president said, we will Marlene Brosnan, who sent a get through this.” message around to her Sarah Corbett-Lynch, 13, neighbours to see if they said she would normally see could come together. her friends and neighbours “We wanted to let the in the Grange every day, but children know that although due to this outbreak, it’s the we are keeping a social first time she has met them distance with one another in a week. that it’s okay. We are in this Her friend Alva Duffy, 11, together. It’s given us a nice said: “Normally, we would be distraction for the last 24 freezing cold standing in h ou r s .” O’Connell Street at the Her neighbour Margaret parade. But today, we are just O’Connor added: “We might outside playing football. It’s a not be able to go to a St bit better!” Patr i c k ’s Day parade today, Elsewhere, there was a but we can still decorate our huge community car parade h o m e s .” around Annacotty and “W h at’s great about all Monaleen to mark St this is it has gave the kids Patr i c k ’s Day. And other something to do today, to communities across the city focus on. Our house was up also joined in the fun! Eoin, Alex, Ciara and Kate Conway were smiles in The Grange, Raheen on St Patrick’s Day PICTURE: BRENDAN GLEESON University of Limerick plan for Covid-19 field hospitals Covid-19: Action needed and by remaining apart, we stand together, says UL president

REBECCA LAFFAN HSE to develop more sophisticated now and save lives. interrupt its march but we need to act re b e c c a . l a f fa n @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e systems of contact tracing, with the “These areextraordinary times. n ow. inclusion of testing. This is further to We are facing the single biggest “I am deeply concerned that A FIELD hospitalfor coronavirus the change intesting criteria in health crisisin living memory,” Dr people are notfully realising the patients is “l i k e l y ”tobe setup in recent days. Fitzgerald said. severity of the situation and so are not UniversityofLimerick in thenear “We arealso working on a process “I am deeply concerned that None of us changing theirbehaviour quickly future, it was announced this week. of using mobile phone geolocation people are notfully realising the has ever faced e n oug h ,” he added. The revelation wasmade by the data to map individuals whomay severityofthe situation and so are “People must take personal u n ive r s i ty ’s president Dr Des have come into contactwith an not changing their behaviour quickly anything like responsibilityto tryand slowdown Fitzgerald this week when he said individual with a positive diagnosis.” e n oug h . “ this virus and try to save lives. that he expects it will be Dr Fitzgerald, a cardiologist and “The government and health this in our “Whatyou donow will havean mid-Junebefore thecampus reopens former Professor of Molecular authorities are doing everything they lifetimes impact long into the future. We owe it to staff and students. Medicine at UCD and Chief Academic can and those at the frontline facing to the sisters, daughters, husbands, “UL is closed in the first instance Officer of the Ireland East Hospital COVID-19 Coronavirus are UL PRESIDENT wives, brothers and sons, mothers until March 29. Let me be clear; I Group,ismounting acampaign over performing incredible work. and fathers placing themselves in the expect it to be at least mid-June social and traditional media to alert “Thosethat aredealing directly wayofthis virus that is already beforewereturn and after this people up to the severity of the withthis crisis don’t have the luxury spreading through our community. pandemic hopefully peaks,”he COVID-19 crisis and to reinforce the to self-isolate and reduce their “We must take action and by s tate d . absolute necessity for immediate personal contact -weowe it to those remaining apart, we stand together.” “It is likely before then that UL will widespread adoption of social at the coalface to doeverything we Meanwhile, Mary Immaculate playhost to afield hospital as our d i s ta n c i n g . can to buy them enoughtime to deal College has undertaken measures to frontline health services are The UL president has been in with this crisis,”he continued. make unoccupied student potentially overwhelmed.” contact with TDs, senior business “Wehave asmallwindow of time accommodation available for the Dr Fitzgerald also stated that people, media and civic leaders to ask right now where we can really have an purpose of a field hospital, should the on-campus accommodation could be them to join him in calling for the influence over how bad this gets. We need arise,it wasannounced this used as isolation units. community of Limerick city and still have a chance to flatten out the Monday byits president, Professor We are currently working with the county tochange their behaviour curve of this deadly virus and help to Eugene Wall. W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER NEWS 7 B i s h o p : At t e n d i n g some funerals ‘e n t e r s realms of recklessness' Coronoavirus crisis Do not attend funerals unless they are immediate relatives or very close friends

BISHOP of Limerick Brendan atte n d . our lifestyle completely for the Leahyhas appealed to people notto “They can then gather and pay coming weeks in light of the Golden attend funerals unless they are their respects in that great Irish way Ru l e. immediate relatives or particularly and letthe family knowthey share “For the sake of a few weeks, we close friends. their loss. In the meantime, need to make sacrifices. Of course, Doing otherwise would, he said, phone-calls, texts and social media we are afraid of cutting back in would be reckless. can be used to conveysupport at business and services; that’s “No one should attend funerals this very difficult and completely understandable but we unless they are immediate relatives extraordinary time." are at a point where it is now so or very particular friends. While I Bishop Leahy also confirmed evidentthatif we don’t take Bishop of Limerick Brendan Leahy has been a strong voice for his diocese do, of course, understand the desire that all Masses -not just Sunday short-term sacrifice, we will hurt of others to attend, to do so if not Masses - will no longer be held in long term. We will hurt members of immediate family or a public until further notice. economically butwe will hurt from withstand thepressures. So,it is good social cohesion. This is a very particular friend could enter “A great saying found in all a healthperspective. And people clear that we, as a public, cannot unique, unprecedentedcrisis into the realms of recklessness. religions tells us: 'Do onto others as will die.” afford to be nonchalant about social calling forus likenever beforeto “And, of course, in keeping to the you would want done onto you’. It’s Bishop Leahy has said that we gatherings any more, Bishop Leahy pull together to stop the virus HSE advice, thereshould be no the Golden Rule and its application cannot wait for agovernment s a id . s p read i n g .” hand-shakingor hugsregardless. is never more timely than in the face workplace shut down and, must “While theGovernment hasn’t S e e http: / / w w w. l i m e r i c kc a th e d Social distancing must be observed of theradical measures we have to instead,take responsibilityon yet called for a lockdown, could we ral.com/live-stream/ for Masses nowas difficult as that is. Oncethis take in stopping thespread ofthe ou r s e l ve s . notalready voluntarily do ourpart at 10am and 5.45pm Wednesday crisis has passed, and it will pass, coronavirus. Whatwe can and The stakes are, hesaid, too high to effectively, as muchas we can, to Friday; 10am and 6pm on another ceremony can be arranged ought to dois take responsibility. with people’s lives on the line and reduce our interactions withone Saturday; 8am, 10.30am, noon for all those who should not now And we need tostart by reviewing the health system unable to another.Ireland is known forits and 7pm on Sunday.

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RYAN O’ROU R K E “If Noah goes downhill in the height One of the new garda R ya n . o r o u r ke @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e of an outbreak and the hospitals are ve h i c l e s already at full capacity what will I do. AS MANY across the county settle into a “These are the worries we have. Noah routine of homebound isolation and is immunocompromised due to his remote work, it can be important to underlying conditions and life-saving G a rd a i remember why these precautions are surgeries he hadsoits crucial we keep necessary,to protect those whoare himself indoors. I hope forhis sake, roll out among the most vulnerable. elders and other kids likehim that One of those who is in themost need people have respect and listen to what of protection from the coronavirus is they are been told.” 210 new two-year-old Noah Quish. Recently, Noah was hospitalised due Noah, who was born with a hole in his to a common cold. While in hospital, heartand has since been diagnosed Noahwas placed on oxygenand ve h i c l e s with severe scoliosis, captured the developed Respiratory syncytial virus hearts of Limerick when he was (RSV), croup and bronchitis,stressing pictured in garda uniform at the Little the dramatic nature of his family's AN GARDA Síochána is in the HeartWarriors DayOut in May of last current isolation. process of hiring up to210 yea r. “He is sick lately with acough, so Noah Quish while in “We have cancelled all appointments vehicles to provide additional His mother, Una, explains that due to keeping him healthy and out of hospital and stay home to prevent this from mobility to stations hospital recovering Noa h’s immunocompromised state, the is ourpriority. It isafrightening time from heart surgery happening. This virus hasn’t peaked yet nationwide to provide family has taken anumber of though. As a few times this week, I and when it does it will be horrendous. increased community p re c aut io n s . thought he mightneed to go tothe “So staying in now mighthelp it slow support and community “If Noah got this virus it would be hospital but thefearof theunknown down. Weneed to think of ournurses, engagement across the fatal. We are indoors since last week and going in is putting me off,”she guards, all the front line staff who will be c ou ntr y. and Itook Leah (Noah’s sister) out of ad d e d . affected by this also and cantstay at Speaking this week school a few days earlyfor the sake of Una is also worried that the added home tomind theirfamily and some of Deputy Commissioner Noahwho already has respiratory and strain on thehospital will mean thereis them have seriously sick kids too,”Un a Twomey stated: "As a heart disease,” said UNA a lack of care for Noah. finished community at this time we need more than ever to support themost vulnerable in our society, particularly our elderly and isolated. An Garda Síochána has always worked closely with our Na Piarsaigh give a hurl of a hand to local kids communities and we continue to do so in these A NORTHSIDE GAA home from work. Kids extraordinary times”. club has offered might need a little An Garda Síochána equipment hurleys and outlet, parents might continue to urge families, sliothars to kids in the need a little outlet to neighbours and community area who might have entertain the lads, to groups to engagewith people nothing to do now as bring them down here in line withsocial distancing th ey ’ re off school. and perhaps let them g u id e l i n e s . The Caherdavin side puck a ball,”he As an organisation, Gardaí posted a notice on its ex pl a i n e d . across the countryare being social media channels Like so many clubs asked to actively identify over the weekend, across the city and those persons most at need, pointing out to parents county due to the particularly those with that the gear had been Covid-19 outbreak, Na limited local family or social left outside the P i a r s a i g h’s clubhouse support. In these cases An clu bh o u s e. has shut for a Garda Síochána will assist. “Enjoy a few pucks fortnight, with only These ‘c o n t i n ge n c y ’ with the kids over the access to the sports vehicles will be used to coming weeks Please fields at Elm Drive maintain personal be mindful when now available. interactions and where collecting not to allow Derek fears the needed to assist and support p ote nti a l worst is yet to come. people, which may include tra n s m i s s io n ,”he said. “I think they are collecting medical Although they were going to shut down the prescriptions, attending only left outside for country before too hospital appointments and one day, club secretary long. By the end of the other supports they may Derek Giltenan said week, we’ll all be in need. Theyare not ‘primary the initiative had l o ckd ow n ,”he response vehicles’. proven popular, with p re d ic t e d . An Garda Síochána will children not expected Many committee also use these opportunities back at school until members of the club to link identified people into the end of the month have volunteered to be local, national and state at the earliest. a point of contact to services where appropriate. “It was a club idea, elderly and vulnerable Any person with these no one person’s in members who may be concerns for themselves or particular. There lonely during the for a neighbour should might be some kids period of isolation. contact theirlocal Garda who mightn’t have a Derek said they can station, Contactdetails, hu rl e y pick up a phone just including email contact, for themselves. Kids are for a chat, or request all Garda stations can be off school, and a lot of help picking up items The hurleys which were left outside the Na Piarsaigh clubhouse for youngsters found on the Garda website or people are getting sent if needs be. in any phonebook. 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Erica Yeung The students shared a pint over video-chat in efforts to maintain social distancing amid the coronavirus outbreak. Honestly don’t see the point of the schools The idea has been praised by University of Limerick and is gaining popularity across the country as pubs closed closing when the shopping centre I work in had gangs of kids hanging around teenagers coming in hanging around? What’s the point.. very annoying having to serve them when us retailers have to work and everybody else has to self isolate ‘Virtual pub’idea Audrey Sheahan It's not the kids fault it's the parents they need to grow up and stop bringing there kids to places and stay at home. Kids have to isolate as well as us and school is not a safe environment at the moment is saving lives Pint, anyone? UL students think outside the box WATCH: GARDAI ROLL OUT CONTINGENCY VEHICLES FOR COVID-19 CRISIS REBECCA LAFFAN butwe ended up having greatcraic mean it can’t be anycraic – we’re not re b e c c a . l a f fa n @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e Ken McCarthy and very close tothe standard going back to the dark ages.” I would have concerns with regards these Saturday night– the only difference On Sunday last, Health Minister cars with garda written on the side of them. A GROUP of innovative university was that the drinks were cheaper and Simon Harris ordered the closure of Some might use this as a way of getting into students have provedthat catching it was socially acceptable to wear all pubsnationally until March 29, old peoples homes in the guise of the gaurds. Be careful out up over a pint doesn’t always require tracksuit pants.” due to widespread reports that social there people. apub in a bid to encouragesocial From there, with the help of social distancing guidelines were not being distancing amid Covid-19. media, word about adhered to across the country, with Justin Fitzgerald The Universityof Limerick #VirtualPub spread fast, with both thousands filling pubsover the Those community guards would have been handy for this... students have created a “virtual pub”, UL and its studentunion sharing the we e ke n d . where are they going to get their local knowledge now I where instead of meeting up intheir id ea . UL Student Lifepresident Jack wonder ? local, they enjoy their beverage at “The great thing about this is it can Scanlan said: “We want to expand homewhile video-chatting with be used foranything, virtual coffee, this, people can even exercise Daibhi MacGearailt friends who are doing the same. virtual lunchbreaks – t h e re’s even together via Skype. Better get out ratkeele then pub in full swing no joke “I’ve at-risk people living withme one being held as Gaeilge. “I t ’s about staying connected at home,so Iknew Iwasn’t able to go “I’m awareright nowit’s all doom socially using virtual means and to the pubs – even before they closed” and gloom, but take matters into your adhering to HSE guidelines,” he explained UL studentJack own hands. Have fun and we’re lucky c o n c lud e d . O’C o n n o r. to have the technology to do it. This St Patrick’s day, UL Student w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e “So I putit outthere on social “Get creative, it’s important to Life teamed up with DCU’s student media and ended up hosting one with maintain contact with people right union to create a “virtual social”, with w w w. f a ce b o o k . co m / L i m e r i c k L e a d e r seven of us. It was such good fun, I n ow. students encouraged to send in snaps Limerick_Leader thought it would be a flop and boring “Lifewill change, but it doesn’t of their virtual chats. WEDNESDAY,MARCH 18, 2020 www.limerickleader.ie THE LEADER 11

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LEADER CRIME BRIEFS BY DAVID HURLEY City man died from Warning over texts that seek payment for delivery gunshot wound to GARDAI have issued a warning in relation to a scam Garda John which has gained traction in Finnerty says recent weeks. the texts are The scam pertains to not genuine back of the head unsolicited text messages that are forwarded to p e o p l e’s phones. “The text will state that a funds will be extracted from courier company wants to the Bank account almost deliver a package to your immediately. Many people address. It will state that may fall victim to this scam there is a small fee owed on as there is now a huge the package as the package increase in online shopping,” has been shipped from an he added. overseas location,”s a i d Gardai say authentic Garda John Finnerty. courier companies will never “The message will request bank details via text request the Bank Account message and those who details of the receiver. If and receive such messages when same are forwarded, should delete them.

Tools stolen from van which was parked up overnight

A VARIETY of power tools were stolen from a van which was parked up overnight. According to gardai, the white Renault Master was targeted by thieves sometime between 5.30pm last Thursday and 7.30am on Friday. “There were a number of tools stolen including an orange consaw, two Bosch hammer drills which are green in colour and an orange rotating laser level,”said Garda John Finnerty. The incident occurred at Oakleigh Wood, Dooradoyle and gardai at Roxboro Road, who are investigating, can be Majella Sheehan hold a photograph of her son Robert who was murdered in September 2012 contacted at (061) 214340.

During thebrief hearing, Mr McNamara Inquest: Co ro n e r then proceeded to read the findings of apost Opportunistic thief gained mortem report into the record. told investigation He saidthe post mortem wascarried out access via unlocked door Legally, I by the then deputy state pathologist, remains live Dr Khalid Jabbar,who found that Mr GARDAI are appealing for am Sheehan had died as a result of a “p e n e trat i n g information about an The patio door DAVID HURLEY gunshot wound to the back of the head”. d av i d . h u r l ey @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e p re c l u d e d opportunistic burglary on was not locked No further evidence was heardwith the the southside of the city. “for hearing coroner reiterating what that he did not want The incident happed A YOUNG Limerick man died after he was shot to jeopardise the garda investigation. when a house at Lawn Way, in the back of the head while attending a family the When asked by MrSheehan’s family, he John Carew Park was wedding, his inquest has heard. confirmed that the inquest may be adjourned entered at around 12.40am The inquest into the death of Robert ev i d e n ce a ga i n . last Wednesday – March 11. s p o ke s p e r s o n . Sheehan was officiallyopened at Limerick CORONER JOHN ”Itcan be adjourned – effectively on an “The thief discovered While the intruder was C o ro n e r ’s Courtlast week – more than seven M C NA M A R A ongoing basis until theState concludes its that the patio door had been confronted, gardai say the years after his killing. investigationand confirms it is at an end,”he left unlocked . He went homeowner was unable to The 21-year-old, whowas from Moyross said commenting that it is possible new inside and stole a cream give a proper description. died after he was shot outside ahotel in evidence could emerge “ten years down the handbag which had been The handbag contained a Bunratty in theearly hours of September 2, l i n e”. left inside the door. The variety of personal items and 2012. Apologising for the delay in opening the owner of the house was gardai at Roxboro Road are Addressing relatives of Mr Sheehan, inquest, Mr McNamaratold members of Mr upstairs at the time and he appealing to anyone with including his mother Majella,coronerJohn S h e e h a n’sfamily that he wasnot the relevant managed to disturb the information about what McNamara indicated that gardai were seeking coroner at the time and that there was a “n o te thief who subsequently happened to contact them at an adjournment of the inquest as on thefile”when he was appointedto the l e f t ,” said a garda (061) 214340. investigations into the murder are ongoing. ro l e. He advised them that while he could open The inquest was formally adjourned to the inquest, there were restrictions as to what September when the State will be asked to evidence he could hear. give an update regarding the investigation. Van targeted by thieves He added that he could notconclude the The opening of theinquest means the inquest given the garda application which was death of Robert Sheehan will now be officially Thieves broke into a red Volkswagen van that was parked at formally made by Inspector Liz Kennedywho reg i s te r e d . Shannonvale, old Cratloe Road between 8pm last Thursday said it remains a “live investigation”. While there have been a number of arrests and 8am on Friday. “Legally, I am precluded from doing so once in relation to the murder of the According to gardai, there were a number of power tools the application is made,” he said adding that he 21-year-old, nobodyhas ever been charged stolen from same including two DeWalt drills and prohibited from disclosing certain with his murder and the chief suspect is one Hitachi Kango hammer. information “to anybody” as it had the understood to be living in the UK. Gardai at Mayorstone Park are investigating. potential to “hinder of impact” the garda Gardai at Shannon areinvestigating the i nve s t i gat io n . mu rd e r . W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER NEWS 13 Influencer has her honeymoon ‘ro b b e d ’ by the coronavirus

A WELL-known Irish and the local community of Instagram star has shared how Adare against the ongoing her dream honeymoon in spread of the Coronavirus. Limerick has been 'stolen' by "The health and wellbeing the outbreak of the of our team and guests at Adare c o ro n av i r u s . Manor is alwaysour priority," Melanie Murphy said a spokesperson. "In order (@melaniiemurphy) tied the to continue to protect our team knot yesterdayin aceremony and their families, guests and that was greatlyaffected by the local community of Adare Covid-19 social distancing against the ongoing spread of regulations,sharing withher the Coronavirus (COVID-19) 112,000 followers her globally, we have taken the emotions up to and on the big decision to temporarily and d ay. voluntarily close the resort This Tuesdaymorning, she from tomorrowTuesday, 17th revealed in an Instagram post March 2020. In the that her honeymoon has also circumstances, we will keep been affected by the closures, the re-openingdate under withthe happycouple rev iew." planning on spending their In her Instagram post, first fewdays as newly-weds in Melanie said: "the honeymoon Adare Manor. has also been stolen by Blue Moon: Ballynanty Rovers, one of Limerick's most long established junior soccer clubs got the great news this week On Monday night, the lavish coronavirus...just found out that planning has been granted for major new facilities at Bateman Park resort which has hosted many that @theadaremanor is a celebrity in recent years, closing today." confirmed theirdecision to Nonetheless, the couple are temporarily and voluntarily making light of the situation close the resort to protect their and are going to celebrate their Rovers return: €1m team and their families, guests nuptials at home. project is approved Junior Soccer: Ballynanty Rovers bidding to move

NICK RABBITTS n i c k @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e Rovers were given the title deeds to On topof this, there will be new Bateman Park, a move which allowed changing rooms, wrap-around them to confirm the purchase. ALEADING junior soccer club’s bid secure fencing with secureentry and to move home has got a step closer The FAI has helpedthe process by exit, plus practice and warm-up donating €10,000 to the cause, while after permission was grantedfor areas. It’s hoped at a later stage, they major new facilities. Sports Capitalgrants have also come Teenager loses life in can install floodlighting. into play. Ballynanty Rovers hope to move Club chairman Ray O’H a l l o r a n backtotheir spiritual base of “A number of years have gone into said: “It wasdifficult to get this to set us to a pivotalpoint. The crash near Cratloe Bateman Park within the next five everything together. Butwe areso years, after ClareCounty Council next stage is movement and getting it proud to have gotten to this point. A done. We are ready,we are well A TEENAGER has died has been preserved for a gave permission for araft of lot of people were questioning our following a single vehicle technical examination. measures at the site, which is on the p o s i t io n e d ,” the chairman added. capability to deliver this.” I t’s hoped Ballynanty Rovers will traffic collision near Limerick. Gardai are appealing for border with the Banner county. He said the development is crucial The 18-year-old male was anyone with information, As part of a€1m blueprint, a be able to move back to Bateman Park for thefuture of soccer on the city’s in the next five years. pronounced dead at the scene particularly and road users five-stageplan is in place to makethe n o rth s id e. of the crash in Cratloe just whotravelled in the area who former FAI Junior Cup finalists the Up until then, they will continue “I t ’s critical, notjust for to playat facilities in the Limerick before threeo’clock this may have dash cam footage, to envy of thelocal soccer playing Ballynanty Rovers as aclub,but for morning. contactHenry StreetGarda wo rl d . Institute of Technology,adjacent to the community at large, and the Thomond Park. The incidenttook place in Station on 061 212 400 or the Amodern grass playing surface is under-age system. It gives us a great the Cratloekeel area ofthe Garda Confidential Line on planned forBateman Park, as well as Ironically,itis these lands which platform to build on,”Mr O’H a l l o r a n the club originally donatedto the village in Clare, while the scene 1800 666 111. the levelling off of the pitch, which ad d e d . slopes slightly from the Clare side. collegetoallow ittodevelopits It was only in 2018 that Ballynanty campus in Moylish. Woman charged over File being prepared following drugs seizure stabbing incident

A FILE is to be prepared for the In addition to the drugs, a without charge. A WOMAN has been charged in incident, which happened in Director of Public number of mobile phones, bags and Gardai have confirmed that a relation to a stabbing incident the Henry Streetarea, a garda Prosecutions following a significant a weighing scales were also seized by juvenile was also arrested and in Limerick citycentre earlier investigation was launched. drugs seizure on the northside of the ga rd a i . questioned about the seizure. this month. As part ofthat city, writes David Hurley. A man, in his 50s, was arrested at The 17-year-old male has also A man, aged in his 30s, was investigation, awoman, also Suspected heroin, worth around the scene and taken to Henry Street been released without charge and a treatedat UniversityHospital aged in her 30s, was arrested at €42,000 and €3,100 worth of garda station where he was detained file will be prepared under the Limerick after he sustaineda a location in County Clare on Alprazolam tablets were seized and questioned under Section 2 of Juvenile Diversion programme. number of stab wounds at Fr id a y. when gardai from the divisional the Criminal Justice (Drug The drugs seized have been sent around 8am last Wednesday. She was detained and drugs unit searched a property in Trafficking) Act, 1996. for forensic analysis and He has since been discharged. questioned over the weekend the Moyross area. He was subsequently released investigations are continuing. Having been alerted to the and has since been charged. THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 14 NEWS Key job for PET former RESCUE Limerick Limerick Animal Welfare based in Kilfinane, rescues animals g a rd a in distress and helps to find pets a new home. Below are some A SENIOR garda officer who has dogs and cats available. LAW is open seven days a week from spent a significant portion 12pm to 3pm. An adoption fee ensures that all pets come of her career working in the vaccinated, wormed, microchipped and neutered, and home Limerick garda division has checks apply. For more information, phone 087 6371044 been appointed as acting deputy commissioner, writes David Hurley. Looking for a new home Up until her appointment last week, Anne Marie McMahon was the assistant Billy and Benny are our commissioner with inseparable pair and looking responsibility for the Southern for their forever home re g i o n . together. Billy and Benny She is originally from County came to us in an awful C l a re . condition, which is evidence During her 34 year career of their difficult past. Once with An Garda Siochana, Ms they got a proper groom and McMahon has served at various loads of TLC at LAW, they are ranks at Henry Street, Roxboro now coming out of their shells and are starting to Road, Newcastle West and Bruff trust again. To keep staff and the public safe and garda stations. following Government guidelines, the Limerick While she was stationed in Animal Welfare sanctuary in Kilfinane will be closed the city between 2002 and 2010, to public visitors until further notice. Please phone Ms McMahon oversaw a number us on 0876371044 to arrange an appointment. of high profile investigations which were linked to the then gangland feud. Anne Marie McMahon has been appointed as acting deputy garda commissioner Blackie is a four-year-old terrier mix. He is very friendly and full of fun. Blackie enjoys your company and makes a great companion pet. For more information on Blackie, please phone us Addict had phone on 0876371044. A fully enclosed garden is required to adopt from us and the dog must sleep indoors. stolen from UHL John Herbertsaidhis client – a father of six – Addict: O f fe n d e r has a “lot of history” with drug abuse and that he had gone “completely off the rails”a r ou n d Harold is stunning six- has large number the time of the offence. month-old black fluffy He had He said he is currentlyserving atwo year cat. He is very sweet, of convictions prison sentence relating to separateoffences affectionate and loves gone – all of which cccurred “around the same being in your company. DAVID HURLEY d av i d . h u r l ey @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e p e r io d ”. For more information of co mp l e t e l y “He had just lost his partner – his desire to Harold, please phone our “off the get drugs was always going on in his head,” Mr cattery on 0872295669 to A DRUG addict whoadmitted havinga mobile Herbert told the court. make an appointment to phone – a dayafter it wasstolen from ra i l s Judge O’Leary was told the defendant is can and meet him. University Hospital Limerick –has received a SOLICITOR JOHN doing well in prisonand has “s t ra i g h te n e d Adoption fee is €100 as suspended prison sentence. H E R B E RT himself out”. each cat is neutered, Darragh Moore, 29, who has an address He is attending counselling and is taking wormed and vaccinated. at Cosgrave Park, Moyross pleaded guilty, at measures to address his addicton problems, LimerickDistrict Court, to handling the added Mr Herbert. stolen phone on October 28, 2018. Judge O’Leary imposed a four month After he admitted the offence, Inspector prison sentence, whichshe suspended for Ollie Kennedy told Judge Marian O’Leary the two years on condition Mr Moore staysout of phone wasrecovered after the defendant was trouble during that time. arrested in relation to a separate matter and Earlier this year,the 29-year-old was Outgoing and friendly Paul brought to Mayorstone garda station where he sentenced to twoand-a-half years’ was searched. imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to a He said gardai subsequently established Paul is an adorable four- robbery charge. theblack Samsung phonehad been stolen the month-old male kitten. That charge related to an incident which day before at UHL. He is new to the occurred near a service station on the Dock Details of the theft were not disclosed and sanctuary and is very Road at around 6.30am on October 27, 2018. it was not suggested during the hearing that outgoing and friendly. During a sentencing hearing,Limerick Mr Moore was involved in the theft of the For more information of Circuit Court was told the 19-year-old victim device, which is worth several hundred euro. Paul, please phone our was approached by the defendant whowas Insp Kennedy confirmed that after it was cattery on 0872295669 to riding a bicycle. recovered, the phone wasreturned, by gardai, make an appointment to “He told him to empty his pockets, hesaid to its owner who is not at a loss. can and meet him. he had aknife”,saidDetective Garda Cathal The court heardthatMr Moore, who has Adoption fee is €100 as O’Sullivan who added the youth “was in great more than 110 previous convictions, made each cat is neutered, fear and dropped to his knees”. admissions in relation to the phonetelling wormed and vaccinated. Judge Martina Baxter said the gardai that he was aware it had been stolen. premeditated targeting of theteenager was In his submission to the court, solicitor sinister and worrying. 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The COVID-19pandemic has forced us Okay, nowthat you’ve put down The same applies to credit card all to act and behave in amanner that your numbers on paper or in your PC, providers and credit unions. They will will hopefully stop thevirus from and youknow howmuchyou’re also work with you and offer solutions spreading,keeping ourselves and spending, it’s easy to calculate the like lowering interest rates or everyone else safe and healthy. shortfall based on what your new temporarily suspending payments. These are unprecedentedtimes. reduced income is. It’s simply your Utilityproviders aren’t going to Circumstances have changed so income minus your outgoings. turn thelights or heating off on you quickly.At thebeginning of the year,we Carrying out this exercise will also either. Reach out to them and they will hadrecord employment, everyone’s show youhow long your savings will make payments affordable to you pension funds were performing great, last for should you need to use them to during these turbulent times. then bang! Within a very short period of bridge any shortfall. If your deficit, for But thekey iscontacting them time, everything it seems has changed. example, is €650 per month and you A SA P. Covid-19 has createdsomuch have €15,000 in savings, you know you If you’re worried right now or you uncertainty.Itfeels likewewere have 23months of savings in place think you’ll be under pressure soon, blindsided by how quickly it spread, and before yourun out of money. It can be contact your creditors now and look to the impactit’s hadon literally very reassuring to know how long that adjust thepayments you’re going to everything. Some are sayingthat buffer you have in place will last for. It make. Explain your situation, and it Covid-19 is going to beagame changer, could also bringreality to your wo n’tbeone they haven’t heard from and it’s hard at this stageto disagree situation because if youhaveavery thousandsofothers, and they’ll offer with them. small buffer or none at all, it will force you new repayment options. The lockdown and the impactit will you into taking action now, because And when that moment comes, and have on businesses and their ability to Doing a budget will empower you during this crisis your numbers won’t lie. you realise,you’ll need to make payemployees will only add to already Once you know what you are changesto howyou live your lifeand high stress levels. People aren’t only populate it. It will give youagreat initially up against, you need to take manage your finances, youcan either worried abouttheir health, they’re also starting point to face what you are up this one step further and see how you bury your head in thesand and ignore worried about theirfinances, and the against, and what deficit could exist. It can reduce that shortfallif one exists; what is happening or you can be impact it will have on them will also identify the areas you’ll need to you do this by separating your proactive and do something about it. I The numbers affected with focus on if you need to bridge that gap. outgoings into two different would advise you to choose the later. reductions in their income,Isuspect, Your income may not be impacted categories i.e. essential and D o n’t procrastinate. Focus on the will be big, and the measures right nowbut running asimulation of Yo u r non-essential spending. problem at hand. If that’s a cash flow introduced to help by Government, what would happen if it was, would be a i n co m e The outcome of separating your problem, youneed to work through while welcome, won’t alleviate the cash very worthwhile exercise.Don’t wait expenditure this way, is to end up with the crisis, and figure out a way of flow problems people are bound to until it happens and then panicand may not be a list of everything you spend money solving it, step by step. You will have to e n c ou nte r start making rash, emotional decisions. “ on, because as we know, not all makesome difficult choices, and you With that in mind, I want tolook at Youneed to be calm and knowing what i mp a c t e d expenses are created equal. Some wo n’t be able to do all the things you what you can do to cope,if youare faced you could be up against before it need to be paid before others, so you’re did beforeyour income was reduced. with a loss of income, and how best you happens, will help you make rational, right now going to put them in order of priority, Butstay focused and knowthat this is can manage yourhousehold budgetin well thought out decisions. You’re not but from the most important to those going to be a temporary problem and the weeks and months ahead. going to fall into that trap of making it up yo u’re getting rid of altogether. things will get better. Most people are on autopilot when it as you go along. running a Whatshould be on theessential But, letme repeat,it’s absolutely comes to managing their finances each Whether youuse the backof an side of your page are thingslike food, crucial you understand what you are month. Thereisn’t a needto constantly envelope, an excel doc or some on-line simulation utilitybills, transport,mortgage/rent, up against, and the key to surviving monitor and review whattheyspend budgeting tool, it doesn’t really matter, of what insurance. On the non-essential side this setback is creating a plan and their money on eachmonth. But then knowing what you areup against does, are lunches, hobbies, savings, new taking action based on your new found something happens, a trigger if you like, so create that monthly spending plan wo u l d c l oth e s . situation, and knowing what your that forces them to look much more for yourself. When it comes to non-essential monthly expenditure is, is your closely; now is one of those times. Start bylooking at your operating happen if expenditure, youneed to be ruthless. starting point,and thekey togetting Yo u’ll probably know if you’ve read accountand what you’ve spentin it was, Even the small items you buy each day through this. my articles over the years, that I’m a big different areas over the past six months. can mount up,so make a list and start Finally, one of thebest things any advocate ofsetting up and followinga If you don’t have access to this, take a would be a cutting them right away.And household can do to protect their monthly budget. It’s critical to getting best guess. It doesn’t matter if you’re remember, you’re only getting rid of finances during a crisis like this or any your finances under control and in the plus or minus €500. Theykey isgetting ve r y them for a short period of time. unforeseenemergency,is to build up times we find ourselves in, from a thenumbers downand then reviewing If your deficit is big and cutting their savings,which can be called financial perspective, I’d liken it to them to see if they feel right. And you wor thwhile back on lunches and theamount you upon in the event they suffer an washing your hands, it’s that and your partner must do this together. e xe rc i s e . spend on food for example isn’t income shock. i m p o rta nt . Both of you must understand where you enough, you may needto focus on L et’s get over this crisis first, and Anyone whohas ever been faced spend your money each month. D o n’t wait those areas that account for the when we do, I would urge peopleto with a reduction in their income, has Be honest withyourself when biggest percentage of your income, rebuild theirsavings and create that alwayssaid it was thecreation of a writing down theamounts youspend. until it which typicallyare mortgageor rent emergency fund for themselves. monthly budgetthat gotthem through D o n’t fool yourself by underestimating h ap p e n s pay m e nt s . Having money set aside to meet any those tough days and weeks. So don’t the amount you spend on certain You mayneed to either reduce the cashflowdeficits will avoid them second guess this, it works. categories because you’re shocked or and then amount youpay towards them, or not having to resort to borrowing money And it’s nothing more than listing embarrassed by the amounts. This make any payments at all for a period from family or friends, and or miss what your monthly income and exercise is for you and you need to know panic and of time. mortgage repayments. spending is. what you are dealingwith and up star t The good news isthat banks have From a non-financial perspective, I’ve created a really good and simple against, and if you need to engage with a indicated their willingness to work it will reduce stress levels and take excel document that I use withclients, bank or other creditors to reduce or making withpeople, so don’t worry about that weight off your shoulders. which lists every category you could suspend payments for aperiod of time, contactingthem. If we take them at And knowing what yourmonthly ever think of, and I’m happyto help and th ey ’ ll want to know your numbers as ra s h , theirword, and we should, they will expenses areand having that backup shareit withanyone whowants it. Just well. So have it in place in the eventyou offer interest-only payments and/or plan in place to pay for them, will mean email meand I’ll send it to you. You’ll need to reach out forhelp, it will help emotional moratoriums(no payments) fora yo u’ll be in a much better place to cope, have a ready-made monthly spending fast trackyour request and getyou decisions period, whichwill help ease cash flow whenever the next stressful situation planner and all you have to dois approved much quicker. wo r r ie s . occurs. THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 Edited by Nick Rabbitts e n i c k @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e t 061 214596 m 087 6615151 LEADER BUSINESS Twitter @nick468official Crowe in Co n ce r n e d call for task force

FIANNA Fail Clare TD Cathal t ra d e rs Crowe is calling on government to urgently set up a task force to advise on the rapid responses needed for the business community. Small and medium sized urged to get traders have had to cut staff due to a decline in business which has seen people stay indoors to cut their chance of i n fe c t io n . council help Mr Crowe, who is based in Meelick said: “An expert business taskforce must be Coronavirus: Pubs and general established as soon as retailers lose out due to isolation possible. The government Cathal Crowe NICK RABBITTS assured thereare variousmeasures directive to cease trading until March n i c k @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e Cllr Daniel Butler says which can be taken to aid business there are various 29 next. people at this time. measures which can It means publicans have missed out LIMERICK City and County Council has “I have spoken with the finance ben taken to aid on arguably their busiest day of trading urged concerned traders to reach out to department and they’veinformed me business people at this in the year – St Patrick’s Day. theauthority if they are experiencing they will examine all options. These time PICTURE: MICHAEL Around 2,000 people work in bars must set up a taskforce with difficulties over the Covid-19 outbreak. mayinclude asuspension of rates or a COW H E Y across Limerick, and local Vintners the brightest and sharpest Dozens of bars and restaurantshave deferral of rates for alimited period. Federationof Ireland(VFI) business minds advising on closed temporarily throughout the city, Even if businesses need to do this, by the representative Cllr Jerry O’Dea said: the rapid response needed. while many retailers are also feeling the time we get to laterin the year, there “I t ’s a worrying time for the public, their This is a clear public health pinch,aspeople followmedical advice may be government supports available,” friends and their families.” issue, but it is also an to remain at home and reduce social he told Leader Business. ”Like anybusiness, irrespective of economic issue and failing to c o ntac t . Cllr Butler said once the coronavirus the sizeof it, peoplehave bills to pay, take the appropriate steps It has led to an understandable drop has cleared, and lifereturns to normal mortgages to meet. All this worry is now for businesses now will in footfall in the centre. But despite this, in Limerick and globally, locals really difficult. In fairness to the Department see wide scale traders still have to payrent, insurance, need to get behind family businesses in of Social Protection, they’ve come out unemployment for the commercial rate and other charges. the city centre. very strongly and issuedgood prolonged periods.” However, a spokesperson for the “Big retailers have done really well guidelines on their web site,”he added. local authority has urged retailers to out of this due to stockpiling.But we Cllr O’Dea, who employs 10 people on contact their rate collection agent, really need tosupport smaller a full-and-part time basis in his adding: “We are dealing with difficulties businesses. Some traders in the city Mulgrave Street bar, said the enforced experienced byratepayers on a centre aremerely earninga living. This closure once again highlights the KBC ’s case-by-case basis”. could proveto be a devastating blow to important part the pub plays in society. Local Fine Gael councillor Daniel small businesses,”he added. “When we get over all of this – and we Butler made representations on behalf Hundreds of small businessesare will – I hope itwill be uppermost in Cov i d - 1 9 of a number of traders to finance bosses already closed ona temporary basis, p e o p l e’s minds that the pub is a key part at CityHall, and says he has been with pubs following a government of Irish society,”he concluded. c l o s u re

LIMERICK’s KBC Bank branch is to close until Monday, March 30, the lender has announced. Next pulls sale plans in city stores It comes following advice from the government, which FASHION retailer Next has pulled plans Dee Ryanurged people to self-isolate, has seen pubs shut down to start a mid-season clothes sale in and maintain a social distance, in order until the previous day, store due to the coronavirus outbreak. to slow the spread of Covid-19, which had Sunday March 29, and other There was huge fear among staff of risen to 223 as of Monday night. business curtail their the retailer after managers at It has caused the cancellation of the St working hours, as people opt L i m e r ic k ’s twooutlets, in the Crescent Patr i c k ’s Day festival, as well as araft of to stay home. Shopping Centre and at the Childers other events in the next few weeks. In a statement, the bank Road, were instructed to commence the Ms Ryan said: “We had Collette Cowen said: “We are following all sale this weekend. of the UL Hospitals group on last night in directions from health I t’sunderstood this wasaweek apleaand a rallying call to everyone in officials, the latest guidelines ahead of schedule, and workers were the community to take very seriously the provided by WHO, concerned for their own safety, with any next sevendays. Our individual actions government and the HSE in major price reduction no doubt and movements over thenext sevendays relation to the coronavirus drawing bigger than average crowds. will have a hugeimpact on reducing, and and we have put all necessary However, a spokesperson for the flattening thecurve of this disease. We precautions in place in our British retailer confirmed to Leader areheading intoanunprecedented, offices and hubs. The welfare Business this Tuesday that the salewill massive hit on our healthcaresystem of all our employees and run on the internetonly, and not in and we need to supportthe advice, customers will continue to stores. In astatement, Nextadded this actions and requests of ourhealthcare be our highest priority wastaken in light of thegovernment’s Chamber chief fast changing situation and plans may c o m mu n i ty.” during this period.” announcement and “in order to protect executive Dee Ryan alter between nowand then and if they The Chamber boss added: “The ”We continue to support our staff and customers”. has urged peple to do we will update accordingly,” th e government has put in measures for our customers in Limerick “Wewill however, honour thelower self-isolate PICTURE: spokesperson added. anyone who has to be laid off temporarily through our contact centre, prices in-store. This is a fast moving, KIERAN RYAN-BENSON LimerickChamber chief executive to get financial support.” online and digital channels.” WEDNESDAY,MARCH 18, 2020 www.limerickleader.ie THE LEADER 19

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PRHOME&OPINTERIORSERTYWEDNESDAY, MARCH 18, 2020 A beauty inside and out Bohergar, Boher: Spacious country home with impressive gardens

AT A GLANCE Location: B o h e rga r, Boher Description: Fo u r bedroom, detached home Price: €5 2 0 , 0 0 0 Seller: O’Connor Murphy Contact: 061 279300 ’Connor Murphy are delightedto bring to the market this exclusive four bedroom home locaOtedin astunning and private setting. This detached residence extending to an impressive circa 265.43 square metres (2,857 square feet) is designed and laid out meticulously to provide extensive modern living space throughout. Finished to the highest specification, boasting high quality workmanship with quality fixtures and fittings throughout. This beautifully designed home, built in 2008, is well thought out and appointed and has been evidently cherished This beautifully designed home built in 2008 would be perfect for any growing family. Bohergar is just short drive away from Killinure NS throughout the years by its present owner. integrated unitsand alarge family bathroom. Perfect for As youwalk throughthe island. The successful any growing family! impressive front door,one is intentionof this open plan Outside, this property is immediately greeted with a space was to create an area of set backa shortdistance sense of spaceand natural relaxation and comfort from the Tipperary Road, lightfiltering throughthe combining practicalitywith accessed by electronic gates, entire home.The warmth. Located off the a gravel driveway withample accommodation comprises a kitchen is theutilityroom parking for numerouscars. welcoming reception hallway allowing the hustle and The gardens which surround with feature double height bustle of household this property are generousin ceiling, wainscoting appliances be kept behind size (over a half acre) enjoy an panelling and asweeping closed doors and outof sight. all day sunnyorientation and staircase whichgives awow Beyond the utilityroom is a are bordered by trees, factor to this home. Off guest WC. hedgingand lawns withand which, to the left,isthe living There is also multiple attractive decking area ideal room overlooking the front access to the rear garden and for relaxing/entertaining on gardens and to the right of the alarge deckingarea from the long summer evenings! entrance hall isthe formal kitchen/dining and family Boher is only a shortdrive dining room with pocket room. In addition, each from Limerick citycentre doors leading to the family reception room has the making this location room which also enjoys an benefit of overlooking the especially ideal for those who abundance of windows to the gardens which instills a want to enjoy country living rear flooding the room with wonderful sense of yet have easy access to all natural light. Additional tra n qu i l i t y. essential amenities of city life pocket doors openout tothe Upstairs, on the first floor at the same time. open plan kitchen, breakfast, a gallerystyle landing spans All in all, for those seeking living area withits uniquely from left to right offering four a qualityhome withall designed kitchen enjoying excellent bedrooms two with modern comforts of today, in and abundance of ensuites and twohaveaccess a discreet neighbourhood, hand-painted in-frame units, to a Jack&Jill stylespacious this home simply has it all! THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 2 LEADER PROPERTY

Technology company WP Engine new office space in Limerick city centre provides the company room to expand

phase of development which The developmentwhich is will further enhance the due to commence WP Engine joins Kirkland Limerick skyline offering construction laterthis over 85,000 sq ft of LEED month, will also includea Gold GradeA office residential element accommodation on the comprising 34 apartments waterfront along Bishops overlooking the River investment portfolio Q u ay. Shannon.

i rk l a n d for theirInnovation and Technical Support of WP attractive FDI locations. Investments and Technical Support Centrein Engine commented that “As This letting represents letting agents 2 0 1 6. aGreat Place to Work in the last available office unit Cushman & WP Engine’s decision to Ireland, our locationin the within Kirkland’s Limerick Wakefield have increase their existing centre of Limerick, the third office portfolio of Grade A annoKunced that WPEngine, footprintin Limerickfollows largest English-speaking accommodation, with the the WordPress Digital many other companies who city in the EU, gives us a final floor in Carlton House Experience Platform (DXP), have continued to rapidly fantastic springboard for now alsoreserved. Focus are soon to take occupation expand in Limerick City future growth. The new Consulting will join Kirkland of over 12,000 sq ft of prime Centrein recentyears office, in the heart of Investments, Amesto office accommodation at 12 namely Glass Lewis, STATS L i m e r ic k ’s artisticand Global, KMPM and Tribecca Henry Street Limerick. and UBER. cultural scene,will amplify Holdings in the Carlton The offices will soonbe Welcoming WP Engine’s ourabilityto give backtothe House building also located home to the company’s decisiontolocate at12Henry community and bring more on Henry Street. These existing 75-member team Street, Rudi Butler of employment at all levels, to recent lettings further and will also afford them the Kirkland Investment advised the region.” highlight thelimited opportunity forfuture that “This investment is a Denis O’Donoghue of availability of Grade Aoffice expansion. The WordPress testament to the skilled CBRE whoacted on behalf of accommodation in Limerick technology company which workforce and the WP Engine commented that City Centre with overall originatedin Austin, Texas attractiveness of the City as a theacquisition is hugely office vacancy now at its occupied The Engine place of both business and positive for Limerick and lowest level since 2007. building in Limerick City li fe s tyl e ”. cementsits reputation as Kirkland are now when they first chose the City Paul Ryan, Sr. Director, one of Europe’s most advancing into their next W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER W W W. L I M E R I C K L E A D E R . I E FOR ALL YOUR LOCAL PROPERTY LEADER PROPERTY 3 Done deal: Rathkeale House Hotel has a new owner ooney Auctioneers Gordon Kearney of are happyto Rooney Auctioneers report the sale of said that there was the Rathkeale very strong interest House Hotel has in the Hotel and a Rbeen completed. number of interested Rathkeale House Hotel parties had was constructed by Tadgh alternative uses in O’Connor and Family in the mind but that the 1990’s and has been trading O’Connor family successfully forthe last favoured the Hotel to three decades in Rathkeale. be sold to another The O’Connor Family are Hotel Operator delighted to report that this hotel has been sold to another Hotel Operator who intends continuing to operate the hotelas a hotel after carrying out a refurbishment to same. Tadgh O’Connor said “he is delightedto see thehotel being sold to another hotel operator who will continue to provide hotel ac c o m m o d at i o n , restaurant and function room facilities for Rathkeale and thewider h i nte rl a n d ” . Gordon Kearney of Rooney Auctioneerssaid that therewas very strong interest in theHotel and a number of interested parties had alternative uses in mind butthatthe O’Connor family favoured theHotel to be sold to another Hotel Operator.

Sonia Jones named director at Chesser Family comes first in Cairnsfort AT A GLANCE Location: 22 Cairnsfort, Golf Links Road, Castletroy Description: T h re e b e d ro o m , semi-detached house Price: €2 5 5 , 0 0 0 Seller: O’Connor Murphy Contact: 061 279300

O'Connor Murphyare delighted to introduce to the market this modern home providing unrivalled lifestyle choices for those wishing to down-size or equally a young family wishing to live within a family friendlycul-de-sac justoff theGolf Links Road in C a s tl etroy. This well designed accommodation comprises Cairnsfort is a family friendly estate at the end of the Golf Links Road Chesser Auctioneers Ltd. are delighted to announce the an entrance hallway with appointment of Sonia Jones as a Director. Sonia holds a under stairs storage, guest kitchen/dining open plan Upstairs, thereare two accommodation at this level. Bachelor of Business Studies degree from UL, and has worked W/C; a generousliving room area enjoying a superb range double bedrooms, one single Viewing advised, call with Chessers for past 18 years. She heads up the Property with feature floor toceiling of fully fittedcream units with an ensuite off the O’Connor Murphy061 Management and Residential division within Chesser windows and marble withfrench doors opening master. Afamily bathroom 279300 for further details and Auctioneers Ltd surround gasfireplace; the out to the rear patio/garden. completes the to arrange a viewing. THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 4 LEADER PROPERTY Find you escape at The Hermitage

AT A GLANCE major motorways duetothe Location: 28 The Northern Distributor Road Hermitage, Mill which is currently under Road, Corbally c o n s tr uc t io n . Description: F ive No 28 is a substantial bedroom, detached property and has been well house maintained throughout. Price: €3 8 5 , 0 0 0 This spacious property Seller: Rooney Auctioneers could be further extended Contact: 061 413511 (subject to planning permission) into the attic creating a dormer style ill Road, p ro p e rty. Corbally is one The spacious of Limerick's accommodation consists of most sought two/three reception rooms, after locations kitchen/breakfast room, andM and Rooney Autioneers utility room, ensuite are delighted to present this bathroom, main bathroom fantastic four/five bedroom and four /five bedrooms. Oil p ro p e rty fired central heating. Private It is excellently located at rear garden withpatio area the end of a private cul-de-sac and front garden and avenue and close to all local driveway. Viewing is highly amenities and soon to be to all re c o m m e n d e d . Great opportunity: No 28 The Hermitage could be further extended into the attic creating a dormer style property Stunning family home at Kylemore AT A GLANCE Location: 160 Kylemore, School House Road, C a s t l e t roy Description: T h re e bedroom semi- detached house Price: €315,000 Seller: Rooney Auctioneers Contact: 061 413511

Rooneys are delighted to bring to the market this 160 Kylemore is in show house condition throughout outstanding fourbedroom semi-detached property, within themuch sought after including theNational bathroom. Triple glazed Kylemore estate. Technology Park, University windows.Gas fired central Built in2016 and with an of Limerick, Monaleen NS, heating withindividual A3 energy rating, the Milford NS, Gaelscoil temperature controlfor property has been Castletroy, and Castletroy ground and first floor.Large maintained and decorated to College. In addition, landscaped south-west an exceptionally high Castletroy Golf Club,award facing garden with s ta n d a rd . winning restaurants and substantial side entrance. This bright and pubs, and Castletroy Town Immaculate showhouse well-proportioned home Centre are all within walking decorative condition spans 1,370 squarefeet, with d i s ta n c e. throughout property with an additional fully finished Ac c o m m o d at i o n manyupgraded features– attic space of 275 square feet. comprises: entrance hall, viewing is highly Kylemoreis superbly located living room, kitchen/dining recommended. Contact within all major employment room, utility, guest WC,four PeterKearney at Rooneyson and educational districts, bedrooms, en suite, main 061 413511 for more details. W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER

ENNIS ROAD,LIMERICK. CORBALLY, LIMERICK DOORADOYLE, LIMERICK “NELDEN”, CAHERDAVIN CROSS, 28 THE HERMITAGE, MILL ROAD 4THE GROVE, HUNTSFIELD, Substantial semi-detached property of approx.102 sq/m Substantial well maintained property located in the Spacious bright modern property of approx.99sq.m. (1,064 (1,097 sq/ft) situated just off the Ennis Road and within popular and much sought after Mill Road area of sq.ft.) situated close to the Crescent Shopping Centre, walking distance of schools, LIT,Thomond Park etc.Hall, 2 Corbally. Acc: 2/3 receptionrooms,kitchen/breakfast schools etc.No.4The Groveissituated in aquiet cul de sac reception rooms, kitchen, 3bedrooms, bathroom &garage. room, utility,ensuite,mainbathroom and 4/5bedrooms. avenue and is in exceptional order.Accommodation: Hall, 2 Walls pumped with insulation. OFCH. Large west facing Private rear garden with patio area. Opportunity for reception rooms, open plan kitchen/dining room,3 garden having plenty of space forextending if required to further extension (sbt to P. P) into the attic creating a bedrooms and bathroom. GFCH. Double glazed teak the side and rear (subject to planning). BER No.101626042 dormer style property.OFCH. BER No.112902036. windows. Enclosed garden to the rear with large patio area. €250,000 Briain Considine 085 2894166 €385,000 Lisa Kearney087 2633422 €250,000 Lisa Kearney087 2633422.

CORBALLY, LIMERICK ENNIS ROAD,LIMERICK “PRAGUE”, MILL ROAD, SHANNONVILLE BUSINESS CENTRE, SHANNONVILLE FOR SALE ENGINEERING PLANT AT BALLYBRENNAN, 4/5 bedroom semi-detached house located close to FOR SALE –Attractiveinvestment properties in an excellent DROMBANNA, CO LIMERICK all local amenities. Situated on aprivate large rear location. Currentlygenerating acommercial &residential rental garden &front garden.This character full home income of €21,680 p.a. Idealopportunity to owner occupy FOR SALE :ENGINEERING PLANT.Substantial industrial plant consisting of 3buildings (2 workshops comprises of: hall, 2reception rooms, kitchen- whilst generating arental income.The development consists of plus office/canteen), 3yardareas on an overall enclosed site of approx.0.31 being 0.766 acres).The plant breakfast, 2downstairs bedrooms, wetroom style 4separate properties: 3bed semi detached residence,hair salon, has 3phase electricity,100v electricity,and mains water.The sale includes a4ton gantrycrane.Freehold bathroom and 2/3 bedrooms upstairs one with large 1bed apartment &yoga studio.All properties have their own title.BER No.800734089.Viewing strictlybyappointment. storage area off. BER No.111831897. access and car parking to the front. BER No.800725079. €195,000 Briain Considine 085 2894166 €450,000 To ny Wallace 087 2621760 €250,000 Carlo Hanrahan at Rooneys.

99 O’Connell St,Limerick,V94 P8CY 061413511 www.rooneys.eu [email protected] PSRA 002593 THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 6 LEADER PROPERTY

AT A GLANCE entrance hall that features an Location: R o s i e's original fireplace. The first Cottage, Ballyashea, bedroom is locatedto the Cosy cottage in Kildimo Old Kildimo right and offers built-in Description: Fo u r storage. The second bedroom bedroom, detached is straight in frontof you and house is an extremely generous size, Price: €3 4 0 , 0 0 0 this bedroom features afitted is chock full of character Seller: Sherry FitzGerald stove and has double doors Contact: 061 418000 leading outto asouth-facing patio, the perfect area for herry FitzGerald are relaxing in the evening during delighted to the summer months. The introduce to the main bathroom is also located market this off the entrance hall and has a wonderful family bath and a shower. Shome. “Rosies Cottage” is The main living area is to located only minutes’d r i ve theleft of theentrance hall from thepopular villageof and is a large open plan space. K i l d i m o. The room is extremely bright A most attractive cottage withvelux windows and with a modern extension to double doors leading outto the rear, giving the new buyer the patio area.The kitchen modern living has tiled flooring,a modern accommodation butalso fitted kitchen, and a solid fuel charming features of a stove. This room has been cottage. “R o s ie’s Cottage”is beautifully decorated and is very well maintained and theperfect spacefor finished to the highest of entertaining. There is a utility standards throughout, with located off the kitchen with lovely modern fittings, access to the rear garden. including a solidfitted The two remaining rooms kitchen, modern floor tiles& are located at the rear of the fully tiled modern bathrooms property.The main bedroom to name but a few of its assets. is extremely bright with velux This property is a perfect windows and double doors family home with bright open leading out to the rear garden. plan reception space and 4 It also boasts an en suite and good size bedrooms, two of walk-in wardrobe. The 4th which have en suite bedroom is a good size double bathrooms. Viewing comes and has anen suite highly recommended and is bath ro o m . by appointment only. Outside is beautiful and “R o s i e’s Cottage” is offers great privacy and situated just a stone’s throw stunning views of the from the centre of Kildimo countryside. There is v i l l a ge. extensive parking to the front R o s i e’s Cottage is accessible within minutes from Limerick city via the N69, as is the N18 road network for those travelling to As you enter the property, and aprivate garden to the Castletroy, Annacotty and the wider mid-west region you aregreeted by a spacious rea r.

There are a number of long-established primary schools in close proximity to We l co m e the property, the closest of them being Ballybrown National School. St Nessans National School is also less the great than 10 minutes away outdoors at Ivy Cottage

AT A GLANCE city limits or those looking to Location: Ivy escape the suburbsfind Cottage, Church exactly what they are looking Road, Ballybrown, for here. With deceptively Clarina spacious accommodation as Description: T h re e is, and obviouspotential to bedroom bungalow extend theexisting of the home. the south-east gable, Price: €275,000 floorspace (subject to Internally, thehouse providing acosy second Seller: Sherry Fitzgerald planning permission), we opens to a central reception space with its Contact: 061 418000 highly recommend viewing living/dining room and original (now decorative) in order to appreciate the full kitchen. Characterised by a fireplace still intact. IvyCottage, Ballybrown, is a potential of this exceptional traditional vaulted ceiling, Two further bedrooms are charming traditional family home. the open plan living space set to the opposinggable, detached bungalow setatthe Entering the grounds of offers a large feature fireplace both generousdouble rooms heart of Clarina, surrounded IvyCottage, the driveway at its heart, withanin-built laid in wood flooring with by rolling farmland and loops past a large stone solidfuel stove(withback high panelled ceilings historical points of interest. garage set to the rear of the boiler). The fully fitted overhead.The property is Set just 10 minutes outside property. The 500 square foot kitchen contains inset completed by a large main Limerick city, and within a garage offers clear scope to appliances, and is fittedfor a bathroom, fully tiled and very pleasant walk of Clarina create astudio or grannyflat, gas hob and cooker. fitted witha walk-in power villageitself – first time while affording a high level of A dual-aspect family room shower and timber buyers eyeing theexpanding privacy across the main body (or thirdbedroom) is setto h ot- p re s s / l au n d r y. W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER CRATLOE €650,000 ADARE €599,000 CASTLETROY €525,000 ANNACOTTY £385,000 PORTDRINE KILLARNEYROAD GOLF LINKSROAD NEWTOWNPARK

‘Carrig’ is architecturally redesigned and rebuilt to passive ‘Carrabawn House’ is an expansivedetached home commanding ‘18 Caislean Nua’ is astylish, contemporarydouble fronted ‘No.2’ is awonderful detached family home located in aquiet house‘Enerphit’standardin2015.Acc:Porch, ent hall, asprawling, naturally enclosedsiteatthe heartofAdare family home situated in one of Limericksmost desirable and most privateresidential cul-de-sac. Acc: Ent hall, living, living/dining/kitchen, 5beds,bath, ensuite, w.c., utility, boot Village.Acc:Porch, recephall, drawing, dining, sun-room, addresses.Acc:Ent hall, living, dining, family,kitchen/b’fast, sun family,kitchen b’fast,playroom, utility, w.c., 4beds,ens,bath. room, pantry. 227sqm/2,443 sq ft approx.BER 103405809 kitchen, utility, wetroom, 8beds,7ens.295 sqm/3,200 sqft room, utility, 5beds,2ens,bath. w.c. 240sqm /2,583 sq ft 174sqm /1,873 sqft approx.BER 103438594 approx.BER 101909356 approx.BER 112928270 CALL FRANK LYDDY061 418000 CALL FRANK LYDDY061 418000 CALL BREDAMULCAHY 06141800 CALL BRENDAMULCAHY 061418000

THERE’SSELLING PROPERTY AND THERE’SSELLING PROPERTY THE SHERRYFITZWAY.

AILBHE O’MALLEY BRENDAMULCAHY ORLA SHEEHAN FRANK LYDDY CLARE O’LOONEY JIM KEANE SEAN MCGEE Director AssociateDirector Negotiator Negotiator Residential Valuer Financial Advisor Negotiator

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

OLD KILDIMO €340,000 CASTLETROY €309,000 CO.CLARE €245,000 RAHEEN €239,000 BALLYASHEA CAISLEAN NA HABHAINN PARTEEN ST NESSANS ROAD

‘Rosie’s Cottage’isamost attractivefamily home with an ‘No.182’isastunning A-ratedfamily home,finished to ‘17 Greenpark’isadetached bungalowinaquietlocation and ‘1 Curraheen’isanexceptionallywelllocated townhousewith extension to the rear providing modern living with the charms of show-housestandard, incl underfloor heating and triple glazed enjoys apleasant outlook to the front and aprivategarden to well appointed accommodation set overthree floors. Acc: Ent cottage features.Acc:Hall, kitch/family,4beds,bath, 2ens, windows.ACC:Hall, living, kitchen/dining, w.c.,utility, 4beds,2 the rear.Acc:Hall, living, family,kitchen, 4beds,bath, w.c, hall, Guest w.c./ens,2beds,living/dining/kitchen, ens.100 sqm/ utility. 188 sqm/2,024sqftapprox.BER 102311362 walk-in wardrobes, 2ens,bath. 149sqm/1,604 sq ft approx. OFCH. 1,076sqftapprox.BER 112870647 BER 108612516 CALL ORLA SHEEHAN 061418000 CALL ORLA SHEEHAN 061418000 CALL ORLA SHEEHAN 061418000 CALL FRANK LYDDY061 418000

CORBALLY €235,000 LIMERICK CITY €229,000 CASTLETROY €185,000 ANNACOTTY €175,000 WESTBURY O’CALLAGHAN STRAND GOLF LINKSROAD THE SQUARE

‘100 Clonard’ is astylish semi-detached family home in amature ‘No.3Lansdowne Hall’ is modern ground floor apartment in a ‘No.102 Glanntan’isavery impressivecornerunit duplexinturn ‘No.16’ is aterraced houselocated in the picturesque village of estate overlooking open green space. Acc:Hall, pantry,living, luxurious gated development with underground parking, Acc: keycondition and ready forimmediateoccupation. Acc: Ent hall, Annacotty and is within walking distancetoanexcellent family ,kitchen/dining,utilityutility, w.c.,4beds,ensuite, bath. Hall, kitch/diner/living, 2beds,ens,bath, lift, balcony. 75 sqm/ living, kitchen/dining room, 3beds (3 dble), w.c.,bath, ens, selection of residential amenities. Acc: Ent hall, living, 807sqftapprox.BER 105604714 balcony, alarm, parking, GFCH. 83 sqm/893 sqft approx.BER kitchen/dining, 3beds,ens,bath. 89 sqm/958 sqft approx.BER 112927900 111532727 CALL ORLA SHEEHAN 061418000 CALL ORLA SHEEHAN 061418000 CALL SEAN MCGEE 061418000 CALL SEAN MCGEE 061418000

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Licence Number 001474 Auctioneers and Valuers

SANDFIELD HOUSE, CASTLEROBERTS, ADARE, CO LIMERICK

PLEASANT LODGE, DUXTOWN, RATHKEALE, CO LIMERICK

Marvelous family home on site of c. 0.5 acres, boasts ample room for family living, dining, relaxing and entertaining. There are 4large bedrooms -all ensuite- with the Master Bedroom connected to a large dressing room and bathroom. This residence is modern, stylish with quality finishes throughout. Mature gardens, and 5minutes from Adare village.Guide Price €595,000

NEW KILTANNIN LODGE, BROOKHAVEN HOUSE, ADARE, CO LIMERICK CRAGMORE ASKEATON

Large Family Residence- on circa 2.5 acres –6bedrooms, 3large Receptionrooms Conservatory, Garage, located on an elevated site with spectacular views across Co Limerick, Joint Agents: John Giltinane Irish Land Sales 061-513750 086-8574718 John Flynn Auctioneer Charleville 063-81871 087-2547721 GUIDE PRICE- POA 3Bed residence located close to Adare village Detached family home, 4bed residence with on site of c. 0.5 acre surrounded by trees and exceptional living space. Large gardens, garden mature planting. Ideal purchase for those apartment, 5mins Askeaton, close to N69. looking for afamilyhome. Viewing highly recommended Guide Price €155,000 Guide Price €249,000

WISTERIA LODGE, SUNVALE, BALLYWILLIAM, GRANAGH, CO LIMERICK RATHKEALE, CO LIMERICK

2Bed Detached House –This wonderful Superb 4Bedroom Residence standing on circa residence is brought to the market in excellent 0.5 Acre Site at Ballywilliam South, wonderful condition.The exterior facade of Wisteria Lodge family residence -large bright living spaces, offers aperiodappearance mixed with modern superb countryside views. interior living. Viewing Recommended Viewing Recommended Guide Price €220,000 Guide Price €249,000

BALLYKENNEDY SOUTH, 11 CLUAIN MHUIRE, BALLINGARRY, CO LIMERICK PALLASKENRY, CO LIMERICK

Beautiful 4bed family residence located just Wonderful 3bed family home situated in the minutes from Ballingarryvillage,15 minutes from centre of Pallaskenryvillage, Conveniently Adare &Croom and 30 minutes from Limerick located close to all local amenities, including city.1800square feet is situated on alarge site primaryand Secondaryschools, shops, 0.75 acres Viewing Recommended restaurant,and Bus route. Viewing recommended. Guide Price €220,000 Guide Price €129,000

Adare Properties, Main Street, Adare, Co. Limerick, Tel: 061 605 046 Mobile: 086 857 4718 Fax: 061 605 048 Web: www.adareproperties.com Email: [email protected] W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER Q Fashion, Beauty,Health, Fitnessand morefrom LEADER LIFE Limerick’sBest Columnists INSIDE THIS WEEK

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A Day In My Shoes POSITIVE Rachel Lea Stuart PA R E N T I NG Business Development Executive Castletroy Park Hotel Talking to children about Covid-19 Diary queen Rachel: I like to PAGE 25 know what's coming next! same. Again, its all down to What time do you get up? First task of the day is always Rachel Lea ba l a n c e ! I get up at 6.30am, I like to take to check my diaryand my What time do you finish up Stuart: As my time in the mornings rather reminders for the day. I like to a t? long as you What is a perfect work day? than rushing into the day. know what’s coming next! I finish about 5.30pm, I aim to re sp e c t I love getting out and meeting get outon time mostdays, but everyone you newclients as well as catching What is your How many cups of coffee/tea that doesn’t alwayshappen. You work with STAY SANE AND up withexisting ones, but Ialso n o r m a l b rea k fa s t ? would you drink a day? could always find reason to stay and what love working with our MAKE GAINS Breakfast can vary, but Shockingly, I’m not acoffee late, but I do try to balance it. they are sponsorship team on the normally it’s acup oftea when I person, butI probably get doing there Working out Wo m e n’s National League –a bit arrive to the hotel and then some through fourcups of tea each Do you watch much should never from home of everything mixed into one day cereal at about 10.30am. Not very d ay…That sounds excessive tel ev i s i o n? be a reason PAGE 28 is my ideal, I guess. exc i t i n g ! when I write it down! Iwatch alot of Netflix… Does to lose “the that count? I could watch Louis co o l” Do you go for a walk or to What is normal lunch - do Theroux documentaries all day! Do you ever lose 'the cool' the gym before/after the you have a favourite place? and if so, what would make o f f ic e? I generally don’t get outof the Do you read the newspapers? you annoyed? I try to get out for a walk in the hotel at lunchtime, butwe are Ialways read the local papers Ilike to think I’m pretty good evenings, Ihave adog soshe is lucky enoughto have some –its important for us to keep up at keeping my cool, althoughmy alwaysinneed of anicewalk. We amazing chefs in house that to datewith what’s happening family may disagree. In work I also have a fantastic gym in cook up a storm at lunchtime. around Limerick. think it’s important tokeep Castletroy Park so I try to use everything professional – that as often as possible too. Do you have many meetings What do you do to relax? respect is thekey. As long as you during the day? I find the closest beach and go respect everyone you work with You arrive at office at what It reallydepends on theday. and watchthe wavescrashing and what theyare doing there ti m e? Sometimes I could be in back to along the shore. That’s my happy should never be a reason to lose I generally arrive to the office back meetings, others I could p l ac e ! “the cool”. at about 8.30am,Ilike to make have full office days,but Ijust try to breathethrough GOOD my tea, sit at my desk and get generallyits between twoand Are you able to leave the it! V I B R AT I O N S ! through any unactioned emails three. CurrentlyI’m working on office behind? before I officially startthe day at our sponsorship of the Só Hotels This depends on the day. I do With the unprecedented closure Boost your mood 9am. Wo m e n’s National League so check my emails and take calls of businesses due to the with music that has me travelling around out of hours, but I wouldn’t coronavirus we decided to PAGE 29 What are your first duties? quite a bit. expect anyone else to dothe re-run this interview first published last THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 22 NEWS Out&About LOCALS STOCK UP AT LIMERICK’S MILK MARKET ON SATURDAY MORNING Pictures: BRENDAN GLEESON

Limerick people attending Limerick's Milk Market on Saturday Morning

Margaret Halvey, Dorothy Kealy and Kate Halvey pictured at the market last Saturday morning Neil and Muireann Locke, Cratloe W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER NEWS 23

LEFT David Fitzgerald, manager of Limerick's Milk Market showing their hand sanitizer

ABOVE Siobhan Kavanagh, Ailish Dullaghan and Alanna O'Keeffe, serving coffee at Limerick's Milk Market

RIGHT: Pat Lysaght, Corbally, enjoying his coffee at Limerick's Milk Market on Saturday Morning

Liam Woulfe and Eugene Shanahan

Joan Wylie and Nuala O'Carroll enjoying a warm drink Limerick people browsing the stalls at Limerick's Milk Market THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 24 LEADER LIFE Covid-19 is here so it is time to manage the fear MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS DR EDDIE MURPHY Clinical Psychologist Adjunct Associate Professor UCD School of Psychology

HE reality is that the presence of Covid-19, which is a new illness that can affect our lungs and airways, has arrived T h a n k f u l ly Tin our communities. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus has coronavirus and its arrival in Ireland is frightening for many minimal impact p e o p l e. on children. In my own family, I can think of ‘‘ individuals who are significantly at Never theless risk and I'm sure most people are in the same boat. children I think I t’s the ‘u n k n o w n s’ th at are worried and generate fear, and the absence of c o ntro l . will need

Fear & Anxiety reassurance and Some individuals will be guidance on facts particularly anxious, for example those over 65 years, vulnerable The best defense against the spread of Covid-19 is proper, frequent hand washing elderly, those who have a long-term will likely change. However, most medical condition –for example, people may continue to go to work heart disease, lung disease, and other public places, as usual. ✱ Clean and disinfect frequently symptoms of the virus can be washing are the way to go. Let’s diabetes or liver diseases, cancer Coronavirus is spread in sneeze touched objects and surfaces. treate d . minimize getting our information and particular mental health or cough droplets. ✱ Follow the travel advice from If you get the virus, your through Dr. Google, WhatsApp etc presentations e.g. health anxiety Anyone who knows they have the Department of Foreign Affairs. healthcare professional will advise where rumours and fake news and individuals with been in close contact with a you on the best treatment based on abound. Stick to credible sources contamination OCD. confirmed case in the last 14 days Children and coronavirus your symptoms. Antibiotics do not including the www.hse.ie and In my experience, fear can be as and has symptoms (cough, As a parent and mindful of those work against coronavirus or any www.hpsc.ie where there are contagious as the Covid-19! So the shortness of breath, fever) should: vulnerable in our family circle that viruses. They only work against regular updates relating to challenge is to get some isolate themselves from other our boys engage with, good hand bacterial infections. Covid-19 in Ireland. perspective, and before we get people - this means going into a washing is vital and singing 'happy We need to tune our stress perspective let’s look at some facts. different, well-ventilated room, birthday' twice is the time required P e rsp e c t ive down, stick to normal routines, Not everyone will be infected by contact their GP, and in a medical for a good hand wash. It's a rhyme We are going to be challenged make time for rest and relaxation, the virus. emergency if symptoms are severe every child knows so let’s get and have increasing fear/ anxiety take walks in nature, avoid crowds, And of those that are infected, phone 112 or 999. singing! as Covid-19 cases increase and its eat healthily, and ensure we are 85% will only experience mild Thankfully coronavirus has impact evolves. getting good sleep. s y m pto m s . Protect yourself from coronavirus minimal impact on children. Increasing uneasiness, stress, L et’s be sensible, we will face I t’s the vulnerable groups that ✱ Wash your hands properly Nevertheless children I think are irritability and checking for adversity, we will prevail. are our real concern. and regularly. worried and will need reassurance symptoms will emerge. It is likely Estimates for the mortality rate ✱ Cover your mouth and nose and guidance on facts. Parents will that we interpret normal aches and ✱ with a tissue or your sleeve when need to be informed so they can act pains might to be the virus. Dr Eddie Murphy is a clinical vary a little, but it is mostly thought psychologist, author and mental to be 2% or less. you cough and sneeze. as myth busters. I t’s time to take a collective ✱ Put used tissues into a bin and view. Together we will be health expert. ONLINE CBT - STOP DEPRESSION - STOP wash your hands. Treatment for coronavirus challenged and it's only together Minimizing The Risk ANXIETY - available at The risk of catching ✱ Avoid people who are There is no specific treatment that we can get through this. coughing and sneezing. for coronavirus. But many of the Good precautions and hand htt ps : / /st ratu s h e alth - coronavirus in Ireland is low. This c a re . ie / m e ntal - w e ll b ei ng / W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER LEADER LIFE 25 POSITIVE PARENTING

With younger children we can make hand-washing a game: ‘who can make the biggest bubbles?

withdrawn or challenging than usual and much of this will be stemming from information that has worried them or turned into Covid-19: Talking to fears. Helping our children to develop some breathing exercises and relaxation techniques may also be helpful to help them to regulate th e m s e l ve s . We need to let children know children and teenagers that they can come and talk with us at any time as their CHILDREN and Teenagers will what they have heard which could We can talk with children about negotiating less time focussed on questions/worries may change as often take a lead from us in terms of be anything from ‘i t ’s a bug like a good ways that they can help to stop Covid-19 on social media for a they hear about or think of how we respond to events, so it is bad cold’ to ‘are we all going to die?’ the virus. With younger children teenager who is overly worrying different things. Listening to important that we are not overly We need to really tune into what the we can make hand-washing a game: may be a useful way to help them children and acknowledging their worried or anxious in their child is feeling and show them than ‘who can make the biggest get things in perspective. At the feelings will help them to feel p re s e n c e. we understand them: ‘I get the bubb l e s? ’ or ‘Wash hands while we same time, they may be getting connected and understood. Every child is different and we feeling that this is really scary for sing Happy Birthday twice!’ positive support from their friends Your child may want to spend all know our children best. We need you? ’ Allowing our children to talk Encouraging use of tissues and and, if schools have closed, their more time close to you when they to trust our own judgment as to about their fears and letting them ‘sleeve sneezes’ followed by hand access to some fun with friends are concerned or worried so try to what will be best for any individual know we understand will make washing will be an important habit through social media will be be available to them, as this is a child. them feel much more connected for us to teach. i m p o rta nt . normal reaction. Children will pick up on things and secure. As schools and early years Creating the space to really As parents it is important to stay differently at different ages, so as We can use a calm voice and let services are now closed, it can help listen to them and understand how informed to help keep perspective parents we need to tailor our young children know that this virus children if we can frame this they are feeling will be extra and to be honest. While it is normal ap p roac h . is like a tummy bug or a ‘flu and positively: ‘There are lots of bugs important at this time. Having a to feel some concern at this time, Younger children do not need to some people will catch it. We can going around so they are going to frank discussion with them could settling ourselves and our families be exposed to a lot of news/ reassure all children that lots of give the school a really good clean’. help them sift fears from facts. as best we can will help us to work concerning conversations. Think countries are working hard Try to help the child see how time at Children and teenagers are together to look after each other. about protecting their time to play together to stop it spreading. In this home could be fun and, if it looks likely to go through the same This article is an extract freely. We do, however need to take way we are letting the child know likely to happen, we can prepare emotional reactions to their drawn from guidance prepared some time with children to find out that there is a new challenge out with about how we might use the worries as adults although they by HSE Heads of Psychology what they already know from the there but that everyone is working time positively. may show this in different ways. Services. For information and news or from other children. together to be sensible and help Teenagers are more likely to be They may be either more advice on COVID-19 go to They may have questions about each other. accessing social media so w w w. h s e. ie /c o ro n av i r u s . THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 26 LEADER LIFE STYLE&FASHION CELIA HOLMAN LEE CONTACT CELIA Facebook: celiaholmanlee Web: www.holmanlee.ie Email: [email protected] Back to school for fashion fun E are all coming to terms with the fact that we are going to be living in very different times ovWer the next weeks and months but we must remain positive and focus on better days ahead. For many of you it is time to start planning your special day, and no better place to start than with some inspiration from the wedding fair at The Devon Inn, Templeglantine. It was a fine event hosted by Marietta Doran. Finesse Bridal in Listowel showcased a huge variety of dresses from pretty and romantic to elegant and regal to tulle and full satin skirts with sweetheart necklines and elegant backless detail. Bridesmaids dresses were displayed by The Kerry Wedding Store, Tralee. There were rich jewel tones and soft pastels to add a richness to your bridal party’s look. Mother of the bride fashion was provided by Brides of Glin and A n n ette’s Adare. Beautiful hats played a big part in the overall look from both boutiques. In terms of style, there were flattering half length sleeves, and classic A-line dresses in teal greens, blues and fuchsia pink. However, like so much in modern weddings today whether it’s a dress or two-piece you choose, make sure that you feel comfortable in it and that it is I love how the floral design in the skirt of this ensemble is picked up in reflective of your personal style. the cuffs of the sleeves - it's those little things that catch the eye

It's all about the shoulder detail in this fuschia pink This blue ensemble is truly a masterpiece. It ticks all outfit the right boxes for a guest at a wedding Here's a classy polka dot dress with boat neck detail - ideal for a wedding WEDNESDAY,MARCH 18, 2020 www.limerickleader.ie THE LEADER LEADER LIFE 27 CELIA SPOTTED Looking good out and about in Limerick

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romavery young IN YOUR LOCAL age, Ihavebeen into fashion. I’d always have my head stuckinto the NEWSPAPER? fashion magazines or waFtching the redcarpets from awardshows.For my work experiencein secondary school, Iworked in alocal boutique just so I could learn moreabout fashion! However, my real love affair forfashion began when ImovedtoLimerick to attend collegeinUniversity of Limerick. It wasduring this time that Ibegan experimenting with clothes and howIstyled them. Limerick has so manygreat 85% shops and boutiques that it is so easytodevelop your sense of style. Throughout my four yearsinLimerick, I OF OUR READERS began working in the fashion industry and CHOOSE THEIR LOCAL learned so much, which has developed my sense of style. After Igraduated from TOWN FOR PURCHASING UL, ImoveduptoDublin and worked in Brown JEWELLERY Thomas and Iabsolutely adored styling people. Limerick galLouise Cooney would definitelybe someone whoinfluences my style alot, along with Tara Marz and Courtney Smith. Itend to be adventurous with my fashion but youwill find at least five different black dresses in my wardrobe for anyoccasion as youcan’t go wrong with black!

SARAH JANE SAYS Dress: Recently, Idecided to start wearing moreblue as it is very flattering on my pale skin and Iadore this dressfromASOS.

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in the Limerick Leader every Thursday DATASOURCE: LocalIreland/Mediaforce IrelandShoppingSurvey December 2016.*READ/JNRS MillardBrown 2016 THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 28 LEADER LIFE MANABOUTTOWN PATRICK McLOUGHNEY CONTACT PATRICK Email: [email protected] Twitter: @iammcloughney Instagram: iammcloughney Stay sane and make gains ITH everything a big help. If you're in a position to that's happening in 4. Quadruped Limb Raises invest, then do but if that's not an Strengthening your back the world right option then there are things without equipment can be tricky now I really had to around the house like that can be and quadruped limp raises will think hard about used instead. You might laugh at work your back a lot more gently Wwhat to write this week. that but lighter weights can be used than doing pull-ups, for sure, but I was torn between writing to make a move more taxing by most of us won't have a pull-up bar something light-hearted that made slowing down the tempo and or at home and I would strongly no reference whatsoever to the increasing the number of reps. discourage you from looking for "C-word" and writing something Make sure you have room to a l te r n a t ive s . relevant and informative that maneuverer as well, you don't want Quadruped limb raises work the addresses the current health crisis. to knock over a flat-screen TV or glutes lower back mostly but will At the same time I was looking up make bits of granny's prize china also work your core, traps and articles and videos on home while you're doing quadruped limb thighs. Go down on all fours with workouts and bodyweight ra i s e s . your hands on the ground workouts as the vast majority of While you won't need much shoulder-width apart. Your back gyms and health clubs across the equipment, one thing I would should be straight and parallel to country have (rightly) closed their recommend is a decent the ground. doors to ensure the safety of their smartwatch or Fitbit. You might Lift one arm and the opposite staff and customers. While there need to borrow one but I would do leg in the air at the same time and are of course more pressing this as they mostly have a real-time hold the position for a few seconds concerns than keeping your heart rate tracking function. We and then lower them back to the summer body on track, I do fear don't need to add to the number of ground. Do the same with the other that the state mandate of social people in our hospitals right now two limbs. Don't reach too high as distancing will be most tested by so please don't take any you don't want to strain your neck people who want to socialise and unnecessary risks. or lower back. people who want to exercise. Muscles worked: lower back, Which is understandable as THE BEST EXERCISES YOU traps, glutes, core. isolation isn't good for anyone but Great for: strengthening your we do all need to take extra care to CAN DO AT HOME back and burning fat. protect our health and the health of Before you start any exercise, others right now so I think it's best make sure you warm-up. Do 5-10 5. Planking to look for solutions and minutes of cardio first. This can be Planking is probably the least alternatives rather than a stationary run or a light jog exciting exercise on this list. You complaining or worrying about around the house/estate, just to get literally have to hold your body in a what's to come. your heart rate up. Listening to plank position for a period of time. With that in mind, this week's music is also a great way to get you Sounds easy right? Wrong! Man About Town is all about in the zone and stay motivated Planking is one of the most working out at home. If we're going during exercise. So get that playlist challenging exercises you can do to spending a lot more time at ready to go. and if you've ever wanted to know home over the next few weeks then just how long 60 seconds can be, let's stay active and get our bodies 1. Squats planking will teach you. moving and release some The key to a great squat is Again, if you're struggling then endorphins so we can stay sane and keeping your knees wide to activate start with a knee plank and work make gains. the crucial muscles in your glutes from there. If your house is full of Exercising at home is a lot easier and thighs. Stand with your feet If we're going to spending a lot more time at home over the next few hardwood floors then I suggest than you'd think. I've been doing hip-distance apart, and your toes weeks then let's stay active having some form of a mat yoga in my bedroom (not like that) pointing outward. As you squat underneath you as well. there are larger, working the lower 3. Push-Ups for many years as it helped me to keep your back straight and core Muscles worked: core, chest, body burns loads of calories. Possibly the best bodyweight get back to playing sport after a braced. Bend your legs with knees back and shoulders Lunges are also one of the few exercise of them all, push-ups (or double leg break suffered on the wide until thighs are parallel to the Great for: abs and improving bodyweight exercises that really press-ups) work your arms and field in 2011. You don't need to trade floor, then drive back up, squeezing p o s tu r e. work the calf muscles. The exercise chest, toning and strengthening in the sofa for a bench and you your glutes at the top. If you're Now that you have five super is pretty straight forward. Stand up your upper body all at the same don't need to splash out hundreds unsure of form or technique then moves to try at home, try a circuit straight, take a big step forward time. Compound exercises are of euros on equipment. All you put on a Youtube tutorial to workout following this sequence. and bend your knee so your rear great for burning fat because they need is a plan. You can burn fat, get accompany you in beginning (and S qu at s knee comes close to touching the work many different muscles all at fit and feel better all without that goes for all these exercises). Lu n ge s floor. Kick yourself back up with the same time while also building having to go to the gym. You don't have to be perfect at the Pu s h- Up s your front leg and return to your strength. Place your hands I'm no fitness expert or start but it's worth getting right so Quadruped Limb raises starting position. Switch and do shoulder-width apart and lower influencer so if you're an you don't hurt yourself. Once Plank the same with your other leg and until it's just off the floor, keeping experienced fitness fanatic you you've familiarized yourself with that's one rep. Lunges will get your your elbows tucked into your body. may need to refer to them for some bodyweight squats, try adding Perform each exercise for 45 to butt into shape as they target the Drive back up to the top to more advanced advice. I'm looking weight, or give hold squats or even 60 seconds while resting –or glutes better than squats and complete the rep. A narrow stance out for the beginners here so I've Bulgarian split squats a go. cursing/crying –as little as possible working one side at a time helps targets your triceps while a wider put together some basic exercises Muscles worked: quads, glutes, between exercises. identify imbalances and reduces position is great for chest that can be done with little to no calves, hamstrings, core, thighs. Time yourself, so as opposed to the risk of injury. activation. If you're struggling at equipment at home, standing or Great for: burning fat, building counting reps, try and perform as Muscles worked: quads, glutes, the start then try doing knee laying on the floor. Most of them leg muscles and overall strength. many repetitions of the exercise as calves, hamstring, core, thighs push-ups so that your arms can get are bodyweight exercises that can you can within the time limit. Great for: toning glutes, used to the movement. be done without equipment, and to 2. Lunges Start with three rounds, then stretching hamstrings, boosting Muscles worked: arms, chest, progress in your strength and Another great exercise for the move to four, then five and so on. c a l ve s shoulders, core. stamina, simply add weights. If you legs. Lunges work the lower half of Stay safe, stay positive and we'll Great for: toning arms, already have dumbbells, then that's your body and since the muscles all get through this together. strengthening chest. 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Rogha na Boost your mood with music! Seachtaine USIC,morethanany other artform, has thepowertogive us an immediate emotional “hit”– evMeryone has asong that makes them want to cry,oratunethat neverfails to make them smile! A mood booster,aparty bop and soulful jam Ibet youhaveatleast one of eachonyourplaylist. It’s been atoughfew weeksand now morethan ever it’s important to feel good. Allowmusicworkits magicand getthatserotonin TO DO: flowing! Get Outdoors Irish Musicians need your support nowmorethan ever! Don’t forgetthe importance It’s been an uncertain few weeks, of getting outdoors.Good for butthe good news is, we can all help the mind and good forthe by pulling together and supporting soul.Challengeyourself to independentIrish musicians clock up 10,000 steps aday online.Hereare some of my top and reap the rewards Irish artists whohavereleased new mentallyand physically. music, all worthastreamon Spotify/Itunes and beyond. Boost your mood and listen to some of the very bestmusicthe countryhas to offer,Ipromise youwon’t be disappointed. KNEECAP Afrighteningly articulate rapgroup.Merging Irish withEnglish, satirewithsocially consciouslyrics, and realitywith absurdity, theirs is avoicewhich comes screaming from thetoo-often deprivedareas of theNorth, TO LISTEN: speaking in alanguagewhichis too-often ignored, and it makes for Limerick-based Denise Chaila blends spoken word and rap to give voicetothe sound of atransatlantic odyssey Spin South West suitably electrifying stuff. Emma Langford Limerick’s wilds of Donegalunder thewatchful superstar.Despite only havingtwo Beginner'sGuide to Bravery"in Tune us in all this week, it own, Emma’s home-grownbrazen eyeofproducer Tommy tracks available on Spotify -Copper January and it debutedatnumber 1 is businessasusual and wit and piercingly insightful lyrics is McLaughlin- Asimplybeautiful Bulletand DuelCitizenship - in theIrish Independent Albums we’vegot plenty great theperfect soundtrack to your day! album! Deniseisone of themost Charts. music and lots of laughs for Her newsong“SowingAcorns’is God Knows dropped abomb on in-demand and hotly-tippedartists UshMush hails from Co an you. Try guessthe secret beautiful. us all at theend of February with in Ireland and theUKrightnow and Chláirand is one of my favourite sound with Ed and Valerie CryMonsterCry Dublin his 'Who's Asking'EP. Check outthe anyone who'sheard her can tell discoveries this year.His Irish raps on FullyChargedfor you brothers Richieand JamieMartin killer video forWho's Asking why. and knack forstory telling as chancetoWIN over€1,100 arebackwiththeir sophomore (Southwest Allstars Remix) DavidKeenan theDundalk man Gaeilgeisbrilliant.Haveabop to in cash. album Tides. Recorded live in the Denise Chaila is atrue released his debutalbum "A his trackGrá Mór! TO SEE: Best of Netflix! Join Limerick ladies online Head overto Spinsouthwest.com and efforts for Daffodil Day2020 check out our Top30picks forthe most uplifting TV LIMERICK ladies Jean healthcareservices are anddo6reps of theexercise shows and movies to keep Langfordand AoifeWills already foreseeing high (6 burpees, 6lunges, 6push your spirits high. have joined forces and come pressurecircumstances, ups, 60 sec plank, 6squats, up with an online challenge donations to theIrish 6k walk/run/bike/row) in supportofDaffodilDay Cancer Societyare more 2. Take aphoto/video of 2020. appreciatedthan ever! youdoing your chosen The Irish Cancer Society To getinvolved, get exercise. has hadtocancel their onlineand take on “The 6 3. Makeadonation to ICS daffodilday whichusually PetalChallenge’ortText directly or to theirwebsite raises about€4million for CANCER to 50300 to donate or textCANCER to 50300 to thecharity, moneywhich €4 donate €4. ensures vital counselling, 4. Post your photo/video transportation, and Here’show it works: along withthe imageofthe advisory services. 1. Pick an exercise from daffodil, taggingthe At atime when one of theDaffodil's 6petals @irishcancersociety THE LEADER www.limerickleader.ie WEDNESDAY,MARCH 18, 2020 30 LEADER LIFE I❤LIMERICK RICHARD LYNCH FOLLOW RICHARD Facebook: RichardLynch Web: www.richardknows.com Twitter: @richanthon Email: [email protected] Awards aim to help students

OCAl student athleteshavebeen Mary Immaculate College awarded has introduced theRachel scholarships to KenneallyMemorial Award help continue their in honour of former student careers in sports and and Tipperary ladies prLogress in education. footballer, RachelKenneally, whosadly passed away in One of these awards is the 2018 at theage of 26. LIT GaelicGround The Rachel Kenneally Scholarship,which was Memorial Awardwill consist giventothree LimerickGAA of threebursaries, valuedat club members attending €750 each, awarded to Limerick Instituteof currentundergraduate and Technology. postgraduate MIC students Conor O’Grady from whoare involved in ladies Hospitaland Herbertstown football in Munster. GAAClub, Shaun Barryfrom The bursaries will be Kildimo and Pallaskenry funded by Munster LGFA GAACluband PeterO’Grady and will be awarded to Ahane GAAClubreceived students whocontributeto theircertificatesfromLIT playing, coaching and/or President ProfessorVincent administration of ladies Cunnane and Chairman of football within MIC and Limerick GAAJohn Cregan Munster,and whoare during thegame between engaged withvolunteering at Limerick and Waterford. club,county or provincial The scholarship LGFAcoaching initiatives. programme,aimed at DenisKenneally, Rachel’s Limerick GAAmembers who father,recalledhis currentlyattendorplan to daughter’s time at MIC, PICTURE: BRIAN ARTHUR attend LIT next year is part of Limerick KickboxerTyrone Cronin with LIT president Vincent Cunnane saying, “She lovedher time at theagreementwhich MIC and when she gotsick, included there-naming of supportfor Limerick GAA honoured at aspecial event scholarships and the vast rangeofoff-field she spokeofhow she missed Limerick’s county grounds clubs. at Limerick Institute of opportunities open to the supportfor theireducation teaching morethan as LIT GaelicGrounds and Moreaccolades came Technology,Moylish recipientsduring theirtime andmentalwellbeing. anything.” incorporates Limerick GAA from LIT as thecollege Campus during which at LIT. This year’srecipients All these awards internships and work awarded theirLIT Sports keynote speaker World The Scholarships nowin excel at anumber of sports encourageany athlete to experience forLIT students Scholarship to 23 Limerick RugbyReferee and former theirthirdyear, encourage including basketball, participateinit. Information in sportscoaching, event athletes. LIT Sports Scholarship young athletestoachieve camogie, hurling, Gaelic on thescholarshipscan be management, marketing, The LIT Sports recipient JoyNeville spokeof greatness in theirchosen football, handball, rugby, found via theLIT and MIC and other areasaswellasLIT Scholarship recipientswere thevalue of sports sport, while alsoprovidinga kickboxing,and swimming. websites.

At the launch of the Rachel KenneallyMemorial AwardatMary Immaculate College -Aine Shaun Barry from Kildimo/Pallaskenry,ConorO'GradyfromHospital/Herbertstown, and Peter Fitzgerald, Maeve Hackett, Kate Hahessy,LauraIvory,LauraCusack, Katie Campbell, Katie O'GradyfromAhane arepresented with their scholarships by Limerick GAA County Board Cunningham and DeirdreLawless PICTURE: BRIAN ARTHUR Chairman John Cregan, left, and LIT President Vincent Cunnane PICTURE: DIARMUID GREENE WEDNESDAY,MARCH 18, 2020 www.limerickleader.ie THE LEADER LEADERLIFE 31 ❤ THINGS I Sarah Corbett Lynch named one of THIS WEEK IRISH EDUCATION AWARDS Ireland’sTop 20 Inspirational Women

LIMERICK’S ownSarah Corbett Lynch UL Limerick wins wasnamed one of Ireland’stop 20 inspirational women for 2020’s Best Student Campus International Women’s DaybyThe Sun newspaper and parenting website Rollercoaster.ie. The UniversityofLimerick UL presidentDr. Des Sarah’smother tragicallypassed has wonthe awardfor Best Fitzgerald said: “Whatmakes when Sarah wasonly12weeksold. StudentCampus in Ireland UL facilities stand outthe She and her brother Jack then forthe second consecutive mostisthatquitea movedtothe States with their year at the2020Irish significantnumberare pretty father Jason and stepmother Molly EducationAwards, which muchuniqueinthe Irish Martens. Jason wastragically took place recentlyinthe contextand we promote murdered by Mollyand her father BallsbridgeHotel, Dublin. every opportunity forour TominNorth Carolina, in August UL’s International students to have ahealthy 2015. Sarah and Jack’saunt Tracey EducationDivision(IED) also college experience.” has taken them in, and theyhave wonthe awardfor Best Josephine Page, all been together since. Sarah is ErasmusProgramme director of IED,said nowusing her experiences to help forthe third her teamwas other children through their grief. successive year at “delighted”to The teen recentlypublished her theEducation have receivedthe first children’s book ‘Noodle Loses Awards, which awardfor Best Dad’,tohelpyoung people face this recognize, Erasmus battle. encourageand Programme at the ‘Noodle Loses Dad’ is the first of celebrate Irish Education the Booga Wooga Series, which will excellence among Awards forthe third be tales of hope for young people thirdlevel education consecutive year. whohaveexperienced some sortof providers across theisland Josephine said, “The loss. Aimed at kids between 3and of Ireland. 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Being regarded as one of Best Research Project forthe The University of Ireland’s top20inspirational Ocuco-LeroGlobalLean Limerick is an independent, women alongside women such as AgileProject. internationally focused Saorise Ronan, Sinead Bourke,and It is thesecond year in a universitywith16,500 Katie Taylor is quite the rowthatUL’sstunning students and 1,700 staff. It is a achievement for the 13-year-old. 367-acre campus has wonthe young,enterprising Sarah has certainlyabright future award, arecognitionofthe universitywithaproud ahead of her and her kindnessis unrivaled facilities on offer recordofinnovation in onlymatched by her talent. See to themorethan 16,000 educationand excellence in sarahcorbettlynch.com. Richardpictured with Sarah PICTURE: BETH PYM/ILOVELIMERICK students attending the research and scholarship. University. Congratstoall! 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Rd, Limerick who died on Acandle to remember,may it burn eversobright That makes my heart so sore the arms you put around me to March 19th 1978. R.I.P. As we look to theheavens on this verynight. = WILLIAMS My heart still aches in tell me it will be ok, our special Time passes memories stay, sadness memories remain with me Never forgotten especially We wish just for today Beyondthe stars, our dear loved ones soars Mother's Day always, You have given me so today, We could turn the hands of time My silent tears still flow Embraced by their Savior on heaven’s shores. Remembrance of our much I cannot thank you enough We will never forget you To spend another day For what it meant to lose you Darren, beautiful mother Marie for your patience, your kindness, With you and wrap your arms in As theangelsprotect them Mam, your unconditional love We won't even try, and sing theirsweetname Williams. Also ours No one will ever know Happy Mother's Day Nana We miss you more as time goes remembering on Mother's and also Happy Mothers Day by, We honortheir life with theglow of this flame. Softly in the morning you Loved and missed always by Day my aunt Mary to my Mam Maggie at this Our lives go on without you, your brothers Martin, Timmy heard a gentle call So we light this candlefor our loved ones tonight Donnellan and my time love your Grandson, Son But things are not the same, and sisters Marie, Josephine, You took the hand of God Jason It's hard to hide the heartache, As asymbol of our love and theireternallife. grandmother Bridget Irene and Geraldine and their offered you When someone speaks your families x Williams. Also name, And quietly left us all The day that God called your remembering my grandad name it broke my heart in two, No matter how life changes, I miss your smile your joking Thomas Williams on his but heaven needed an angel and No matter what we do, ways I miss the things A special place within our birthday which occurs on the one he picked was you. I just You used to say to me wish he could have waited and let hearts, the 27th March. Is always kept for you. And when old times I do you stay with me, but you have To our wonderful mother, aunt left memories in my heart and I’m Free and grandmother recall it's then that's where they'll always be. I Love from Jonathan, Lydia, We would just like to say I miss you most of all. just wish I could rewind the clock cousins Jamie, Jason, Evan, No one loves you ye more than or make it turn real slow, I could J.J. & Analiese xxxxx we do each day You were always there when I Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free; needed you, have hugged you one more time Have a very Happy Mother's before you had to go. No matter Itook His hand when Iheard Him call; Day up in heaven above No task too great or small how much time will pass I'll miss We can't send ye presents, but With a loving heart and you everyday Keep shining bright we can send ye all our love Iturned my back and left it all. willing hands for me in Heaven so you can light my Happy Mother's Day Mam, You did it all so thanks Mam way. If my parting has left avoid; Mary and Marie. Lots of love Happy Mother's Day Nan from Edward and Sharon xx for all you did and also Happy Mother's Day then fill it with remembered joy. For me, I pray that God has to my Mam Maggie too. Love Thinking of your birthday when from your Grandson, Son you were here given you the crown you've My life’s been full, Isavored much; truly won. Keith, Partner Edel, We had some fun and lots of Grandkids Chelsea, Lisa, good friends, good times, cheer Happy Mother's Day Mam Alan Another one passes and we are from your daughter aloved one’s touch. still apart But Granda you will never leave Catherine Love you so much If all my dearest dreams and Afriendship shared, alaugh, akiss; my heart Mam Give them all my love wishes could come true, then the = only thing I'd wish for would be QUINLIVAN Happy Birthday Granda, love up above (5th Anniversary) ah yes, these things, Itoo, will miss. from Edward (Ned) to spend some time with you, for since you have been gone life has Perhaps my time seemed all too brief; Never a mother more loving never been the same and I'D give In loving memory of all that I have just to see you Never a heart more true Mam Christina Quinlivan late of don’t lengthen it now with undue grief. I am proud to be your daughter once again. I miss you so very Missing you on Mother's Day much for the times that we once 6 Garryglass Avenue Because I thought the world of A mam's love is special Ballincurra Weston who Lift up your hearts and share with me; you. shared have left the sweetest A gift beyond compare memories that may never be died on 18th March 2015. Happy Mother's Day Mam, You only know the meaning God wanted me now, He set me free. love you lots from your compared so as I pay this visit to Much loved Auntie to When she is no longer there. your final resting place I pray daughter Mags x Also A special time Denise remembering on Mother's you'll feel my presence and gen- A special face tle kisses on your face. Day my sister Mary and my A special Mam If I had one wish it would be, niece Mary D xx Happy Mother's Day Nana I can't replace, with an aching and also Happy Mother's Day to have one more day with you. heart I whisper low to my Mam Maggie at this To hold your hand, Gentle Jesus up above I muss you mam and love you so. see your smile and keep you Wish my Dad a very Happy time from Granddaughter Daughter Monique here with me. Birthday From your loving daughter And give him all my love Eppa family and your cousin Sadly missed but never Happy Birthday Dad, love Grandma you're so wonderful on Lorraine xxx Mother's Day I think of you. The forgotten by her loving niece you lots from your daughter Denise Mags, son-in-law John and unconditional love you gave the family x Also remembering sweet and generous things you my brothers Johnny and Ger did. You've made a difference in A Wonderful Nana my life I love you more than I God made a wonderful Nana, can say. That's why I give this A Nana who never grows old. poem to you, to wish you a Hap- He made her smile of the sun- py Mother's Day Nana and to my shine amazing Mother Maggie who is And he molded her heart of pure spending hers in heaven too. gold. Love Leeann & Christopher In her eyes he placed bright shin- ing stars Another leafhas fallen, In her cheeks, fair roses you see Peace doves from heaven hear God made that wonderful Nana me when I pray. Please deliver another soulhas gone. And he gave that Nana to me. some flower's to my sweet Moth- Butstill we have God’spromises, er today. Please tell her I miss her From your loving more than I could say..And wish in every robin’s song. granddaughter Simone, her a Happy Heavenly Mother's ForheisinHis heaven, partner Micky, great Day to my wonderful Nana/ grandchildren Jayden and Mother from your son/Grandson and thoughHetakesaway, Harvey xxxx Niall, Braydenlee, Justice xxx He always leaves to mortals, thebrightsun’s kindlyray. 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JEROME O'CONNELL and football championship planning for the unknown. Counciland National CCC CrokePark and Munster j o co n n e l l @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e games for the month of April. We have aformat of club with a view to restructure our Council GAA officials will Across fourweekends, championship in Limerick Games Programme. This may await to confirm their new LIMERICK GAA will have to Limerick hadalmost 60 adult that has worked every well for include the redesign of the fixture schedule. look at “all scenarios”to championship gamesalone us but it does take time. Clubs currentformats. If so,wewill Three weekends are restructure their2020 scheduled and on top of that need to beaware that wewill engage with the clubs prior to required to finishboth the Master Fixture list. are U21 and minor action. have to look at all scenarios anydecision being made,” Allianz Hurling and Football T h at’s according to “Itwas important to bring and work withthe national said the statement. League. The Limerick Limerick GAAchairman c e rta i nty,” said John Cregan. body and provincial councils “In summary,the club footballers have two group John Cregan. All players want is clarity and their deadlines,” outl i n e d championships in Senior, games to playintheir “Games have paled into and thepresent deadlineis C rega n . Premier Intermediate, promotion push in Division insignificance in recentdays March 29 and even if that “I t ’s a very moveable Limerick GAA chairman John Intermediate, all U21 and Fou r. but I know therewill be a were to bethe case,players fea s t ,” he saidof apotential Cregan spoke to us this week Minor Hurling and Senior, John Kiely’shurlers await greatappetite forgames and teams have no time to return to action. Intermediate and Minor semi final opponents with when all returns to normal,” prepare or train for “Wewill do thevery best beyond the current March 29 Football will notproceed in two quarter finals yet to be saidthe County Board championship matches,” we can to ensurewe have a d ate. the month of April.” p l aye d . chairman. explained the Limerick GAA c h a m pio n s h i p,”he stressed. The Limerick The statement added: And, the provincial Cregan wasspeaking after chairman. Limerick were second confirmation came via a “County Leagues will resume championship dates arefast it wasconfirmed that What of rescheduling the county nationally, after statement on Sunday night. when sanction is approved by approaching – Munster SFC Limerick GAA have ga m e s? Galway,to confirmafull “It is proposed that we will the Statutory Bodies.” and Munster SHC set forMay postponed all club hurling “We are now every much postponement ofclub games engage withthe Provincial On the inter-county scene, 9/10 starts. THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 38 S P O RT SPORTS ROUND UP

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THE LIMERICK soccer community were shocked and deeply saddened when down week news filtered throughon March 3 of the passing of Adrian Shine Adrian had along as Covid19 association with Hyde Rangers from underage level right upto Junior Level, both as a player and manager of schoolboy and takes grip adult teams. COLM KINSELLA in keeping withWorld Rugby He wasa very promising c k i n s e l l a @ l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e schoolboy playing in the practice, anygame that is claret and blue under the cancelled withno possible watchful eyes of the likes of MUNSTER Rugby’s players alternative dates found, will Gerry McCormack and are taking a break from be declareda 0-0 draw with Seamus Jackson in the collective training this week each team receiving two successful Hydeteams of amid the ongoing spread of match points. GUI give golf the go ahead the late 70’s and early 80’s. c o ro n av i r u s . Meanwhile, anumber of In later years, Adrian The decision for the Munster players have been Gerry Sheahan. Castletroy Golf Club, togged out forthe likes of p rov i n c e’s senior and among several Irish rugby takes a practice swing before his Cals, Star Rovers and ‘The Academy players to take a stars who have called on round on Saturday afternoon B o ro’where he played with break comes in thewake of members of the publicto some of the best players of the Guinness PRO14 support theHSE’s the day. organisers announcement Coronavirus Guidelines. While at these clubs, that the currentseason has KeithEarls wasamong Adrian made many friends been suspendedin response those toplea to thepublic to with his very easy-going to the evolving coronavirus listen to the health nature. A no-nonsense outb rea k . professionals in relation to player he was, always tough No training will take place themeasures being putin but fairin theheat of battle at Munster’s High place to help tackle the and once the finalwhistle Performance Centre in UL on-going coronavirus went there wasalwaystime this week, with players not pa n d e m ic . forahandshake and even a required to followanoverall Senior healthofficials pint or two after a game. official programme. have appealed for people to He was also known on Rehabilitating players will adhere to social distancing the inter-firm front when it continue to follow their guidelines to help slowthe was at its’peakin the late programmes under the spread of the virus. 80’s and early 90’s where he guidance of the medical In a messageon social starred for thelikes of d e pa rtm e nt . media on Sunday morning, McMahons, Atlas Guinness PRO14 winger Earls said 'the actions Aluminium and Golden organisers said last week that of some people arereally Vale wherenumerous it is in the‘best interests of starting to worry me.' trophies came his way. eve r yo n e’ that games arenot KeithEarls wrote: “As a But it was always his love played at this time. father of a child with a serious for theRangers that “The suspension has been respiratory lung condition brought him backto Hyde directed bythe boardof and many others like her, I Park.First, he rejuvenated Celtic Rugby DAC and will be urge the publicto please the Hydeschoolboy set-up remain under constant listen to the professionals. I and then thejunior team rev iew,”their statement will do everything I can to THE GUI and ILGU have i m pac te d " and about, exercise and when last season he led c o nt i n ue d . protect her. issuedguidance fortheir According to the joint enjoy fresh air. It is played in Hydeto aleague and cup Mu n s te r ’ s last “Everyone has a part to clubs stating that "The statement, "The Unions an outdoor setting where double which had never competitive fixture was three play. I'm usuallyaprivate restrictions (until Sunday recognise the need for therisk of contracting been achieved in the clubs’ weeks ago when Johann van person butthe actions of March 29) do not prevent adherence to the revised COVID-19 is low. illustrious history. G ra a n’s side scored a some people is really starting club competitions or casual guidelinesas issuedbythe “All golf clubs should, at The scenes after last dramaticbonus pointwin to worry me. rounds of golf taking place, HSE (March 12) and this time, aim to keep their s ea s o n s’ success will live over theScarlets at Thomond “This is an extremely howeverwe need to be encourage golf clubs to members and staff safe and long in the memory of all Pa rk . worrying and scary time and cognisant of the social observe them fully. we l l " the players and supporters The PRO14 had we all need to take immediate nature of our game and how “Golf is agreat sportfor For more see a l i ke. announced last month that, action. Please.” this element of it is people generally to get out w w w. l i m e r i c k l ead e r . ie He instilled abelief and hunger in those players and built up a special bond with everyone he worked with including committee Revised Junior Soccer draws members where his ideas were always constructive. Athenry FC or Rush Athletic Athlunkard Villa v Newport or His professional We may notknowwhen Westport United or Oliver Bond Celtic v C a p pa m o re attitude towards soccer will be back, but we do Usher Celtic or Gorey Rangers or everything he did played no know who will play who in the Castlebar Celtic small part in thesuccess season's remaining Cups. LAWSON CUP that he achieved. ROUND THREE OPEN CUP DRAW A.Ballynanty Rovers v Fairview Rgs In life, very few of us get FAI NEW BALANCE B.Newport or Northisde v Regional Utd to be friends with JUNIOR CUP SEMI FINAL C.Mungret Reg v Wembley Rvs somebodywho can have an Kilmallock B v Wembley Rvs D.Geraldines v Coonagh or Nenagh impact the waythat Adrian QUARTER FINAL DRAW Parkville B v Fairview Rgs C Athenry FC v Rush Athletic E . K i l m a l l oc k v Prospect hadonall of us at Hyde Killarney Celtic v Fairview Rangers F.Aisling Annacotty v Hyde Rgs Rangers. To his wife Teresa, Usher Celtic v Gorey Rangers or PREMIER A G.Knockainey v Caherdavin Celtic Sons Evan andDarren and Castlebar Celtic H.Pike Rvs v Janesboro extended family, may we Westport Utd v Oliver Bond Celtic O’HALLORAN CUP offer ourdeepest S E M I - F I NA L Q - F I NA L Moyross or Charleville v Fairview or A v B, C v D, E v F, G v H condolences. May he rest in SEMI-FINAL DRAW Fairview's Robbie Kelleher will be looking forward to a FAI Killarney Celtic or Fairview Rangers v Carew Park peace. - Hyde Rangers For more see www.limerickleader.ie Junior Cup quarter final against Killarney Celtic W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020 w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e THE LEADER

OPINION S P O RT 39 Limerick “ “to the core... DONNON O'SULLIVAN THE BALL CO L M KINSELLA Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Packie Bonner saves Romania's Daniel Timofte's shot during the penalty shoot-out I'd have loved a match in the rain! AVING spent the previous seven or Height weeks cursing the incessant rain that seemed to follow me around at dozens of club and schools rugby fixtures, what I would have given to be able to attend another sporting fixture last weekend, even if the rain was lashing down. Events of the last week in this great country has put so much of what we worry about into perspective. The mood did lighten at lunchtime on Saturday, albeit briefly, when scanning through the Sky TV planner ‘Timofte against Bonner’ on the TV, it became clear THE LAST two Monday nights have majestic. Houghton, Whelan, deckedout inthe Euro 88 kit from this day. that the BBC had opted to seen RTE air a documentary about the Staunton and Aldridge were at the Pe n n ey 's . Iwatched every game,every game, replace the scheduled Match Republic of Ireland's soccer journey peak of their powers formybeloved The fabricwould makeyou sweat in that World Cupfromhome.Bar of the Day with an episode of under Jack Charlton. Liverpool and for Ireland. at freezing point, never mind during one...Ireland's eventual loss to Italy Mrs Brown’s Boys! Agnes The ‘Boys in Green’was a fantastic I was eight when Ray Houghton put the summer. (Sorry Ted) waswatched outside thehouse,in Brown for Gary Lineker, now trip down memory lane,madeall the the ball in the English net and 10 when My Dadbuilt us soccer goals, Claughaun GAA club to be exact. th e re’s a substitution! morepoignant by thecurrent Kevin Sheedy rattled the English one. complete with nets from Nestor's Since then, I do not watch matches Flicking through the sport-less state we find ourselves in. It was a time when Ireland, as a Sports store. We had World Cup outside thehome wherepossible. I sports channels later that Italia 90, for me,was the peak of country, wasbeginning to grow.The qualifiers, group stages, knock outs, have been scared. day, the only semblance of football. Sky wasyet to populate our 1988 Euros will be remembered, by finals and penaltyshoot outs every The documentary focussed largely live sport at one stage was the screens with matches every second of me anyway, as the first major soccer single day, tothe point wherethere on Ireland's time at that World Cup. Gibraltar Open Snooker the day, from all over the World. tournamentto catchthe was no more grass in thegoals and Why wouldn't it. C h a m pio n s h i p s . Sunday's in ourhouse were spent i m a g i n at io n . diving to save shots became optional. The highlight of the entire In keeping with the watching ‘The Match’onITV. It could Iremember having the1986 Thentherewere thekits. The tournament and indeed the strangest of weeks, a number be weeks before yousaw your sticker World Cupsticker album and green Ireland kit whichhad a flicked documentary was thecommentary. A of the matches in Gibraltar favourite team. Some Sundays you the 1986 Mexico football that livedin emboss. The white one, even more time before social media and the were played with no referee. had to endure Southamptonand my grandparents house in Buttevant amazing. internet of things where mistakes by Players were left to make Norwich or Fulham and York, before wasa magical sphere, but 1990 was West Germany wore the greatest commentators were not pounced on. decisions among themselves one week, it would be Liverpool. when it went into overdrive. jersey ever designed at that A simplertime when Daniel and pick balls out of pockets Their all red, or grey kit, would First off, there wasa giant yellow tournament, while Holland, Italy and Timoftebecame a householdname for their opponent’s. flash up onthe screen. Theywere teddy bear in our house, which was Cameroon stand out in my memory to and when David O'Leary defied the But sport which has odds. Magical. united people for so long has taken a back seat. Public health must be our top JEROME O’CO N N E L L p r io r i ty. Sport will return at some Sport eh! – ‘You don't know what you've got till it's gone’ s ta g e. T’S a long time since Toni the conversations it – t h at’s four weekends basics – the GAA is about Mitchell wrote Big Yellow Taxi dominates – qu i te wiped off the calendar. c o m mu n i ty. Iand almost 25 years since it was simply it can often While the A community that now needs to rejuvenated when used on the hit be a break from the inter-county teams are pull together, albeit via social US TVshow, Friends. stresses of life. the flagships teams, d i s ta n c i n g . The chorus came to mind this For some, sport the local GAA club lies The social media accounts of week: “That you don't know what can be stressful and at the heart of almost club after club are no longer full of you've got till it's gone”. this current break 70 communities across scoreline updates but rather offers T h at’s certainly the case with might show put all L i m e r ic k . of help to bring shopping, s p o rt . into perspective. The clubs are now prescriptions etc to incapacitated Because as sport rightly Limerick GAA without games, members of their community. disappears from the calendar for have confirmed the without their weekly There is no doubting we will all the foreseeable future, we will postponement of all lotto and other regular miss sport, but a gentle reminder learn it’s value. club hurling and fund-raising ventures. of the community values of the For many of us, it dominates fo otba l l But the response GAA could be timely in an era hours – be it at live action or c h a m pio n s h i p has been heartening when all within the sport is We will always have television coverage. And what of games in April and brings all back to becoming so professional. Gibraltar snooker. . . THE LEADER w w w. l i m e r i c k l e a d e r. i e W E D N E S DAY, M A RC H 18, 2020

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