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C o n t r o v e r s yover the pro-posed artworkto be erected inDuleek hasdrawn variousparts of thelocal commu-nity together toendorse theMaurice Har-ron ‘Family’sculpture, re-sulting in the‘Let’s keep ourart here inDuleek’ move-ment. A supportmeeting will be held in O’Neill’s Duleek onThursday 14 August at 7.30pm.Critics of the installation claim a lack of con-sultation on the part of Meath County Coun-cil who commissioned the artwork with€40,000 from the Indaver planning fund.However, those who endorse the project saythat the artist designed the piece with the sitein mind.‘Family’ created by Maurice Harron is a4.5metre high sculpture featuring a familyof two parents and three children with atree, whose individual leaves are designed torepresent various aspects of the local com-munity, including a horse being shoed by ablacksmith. Another of the leaves representsfruit picking reflecting Duleek’s history ofmarket gardening. Maurice Harron stayedin Duleek for over a month talking to thecommunity before designing the piece. Heritage Group members informed theartist of the location’s historical back-ground, where Clarke’s Forge stood, andrecommended a piece of art depicting astone horseshoe shaped doorway with ablacksmith working on an anvil. The sculp-

ture was subsequently amended to includereference to the forge.Cllr Stephen McKee suggested that a break-down in communication is to blame, and hasput down a motion for the September AreaMeeting of Meath CC ‘That Meath CountyCouncil re-start the public competition andpublic consultation on the Duleek sculptureproject and carry out a new process wherebythe people of Duleek will have a say in select-ing a piece of art for the mound in Duleek’.However, Cllr Sharon Keogan is fully behindthe statue, saying that most groups in the vil-lage support it. ‘Don’t let this artwork go toanother village in the East Meath area! Itwas commissioned with money from Indaverfor a particular location in Duleek – let’skeep our art in Duleek!’According to Kevin Stewart of Meath CC,the piece was commissioned following publicconsultation and tender process, which isnow complete. It will be erected – preferablyin Duleek, but somewhere in the Slane Areaif not. ‘If this statue of ‘Family’ doesn’t goup in Duleek it will not be replaced with an-other design,’ he explained.

F Maurice Harran’s “Family” statue at The Mound, Duleek

Bellewstown and WW1will be explored at an ex-hibition in the OldSchool on 30 & 31 Au-gust, where the life andtimes of 30 men from thegeneral area who foughtand served in World War1 will be displayed.The military history andpersonal details will beshown through writtenhistories, photographs,documents and medals .Organised by the veryactive Bellewstown Her-itage Group, further in-formation can be hadfrom Colin Byrne.E m a i l :colin.byrne.0@gmail.co

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Those who served inWW1 from the Bellew-stown area were remem-bered at a ceremony atthe Cenotaph on MaryStreet, Drogheda on 4August 2014. Amongstthe large attendancewere Drogheda’s MayorCllr Kevin Callan, andmembers of the Munici-pal Borough ofDrogheda, as well as StPeter’s Male Voice Choir.The Service of Commem-oration and Celebrationwas in memory of thelives of the 35 soldiersfrom the Bellewstownarea of County Meathwho fought in WorldWar 1.

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Upcoming fundraisers in Donore include an auctionon 24 August, a Guest Tea on 5 September, a BridgeNight on 21 September and a Parish Draw on 26October.An auction organized by Donore Development Fundauction takes place in the Community Hall on Sunday24 August at 2pm. Lev Mitchell is auctioneer.Items accepted include household goods, crockery,

cutlery, ornaments, farm and garden tools, smallelectrical items (no large electricals!), vouchers,books, children’s toys, etc. No large furniture such asbeds or sofas will be accepted.The Development Funds has gone a long way towardsrepairs to Donore Church, which was recentlyrenovated, as well as the Parish Hall. There are plansto carry out repairs on Rosnaree Church. DDFchairperson Joe McWeeney described the response as‘phenomenal’! ‘We have a great community here anddespite other demands, they support everything.’Such is the local support that tables for the Come DineWith Me guest tea on Friday 5 September are alreadysold out! Daly’s of Donore will supply the maincourse, whilst the table hosts/hostesses will supply thehome baked tempting desserts and sweet stuff.There’s a Bridge Fundraiser on Sunday 21 Septemberin The Westcourt Hotel, and the annual Parish Drawis a one-off this year instead of the usual 10-weekdraw. Tickets are now on sale and cost €20. Prizesare €1,000, €500 and 5 prizes of €100.

Sergeant Patrick Black, Bellewstown

‘Collier the Robber’ a play about the legendary ‘Robin Hood’ style highwayman, born in Bellewstown in1780, takes place in Julianstown during Heritage Week. Collier was the most determined and successfulhighwayman produced for centuries in Ireland and the only one of his species who escaped the executioner.His life was exciting, moving all across Ireland – and even to America and the West Indies! Returninghome he opened a pub near Ashbourne. He was a regular at Bellewstown Races, even hosting a vibrant tentfor friends! However, he suffered from debt and attraction to women all of his life. On 13 August 1849 hedied of cholera in Drogheda, and was buried in the Cord Cemetery. Further details of the play from Emeron 086-0819187.

‘Collier the Robber’ - local ‘Robin Hood’

Duleek & District news – yourlocal full colour free communitymagazine packed with localtopics, information and events – iscelebrating its First Birthday!Yes, we have reached the 12month stage and have become afirm feature in the localcommunity landscape. 3,500copies of the chatty newsletter aredistributed each month. Most havebeen 12 page issues, eachcontaining over 20 stories of localinterest.There’s a Citizens’ Advice columnwith Cllr Sharon Keoganreflecting topical issues or topicsraised at her clinics. This

newsletter is for the Duleek &District area – so use it! We coverfrom Donore to Dublin, Stamullento Kentstown and all in between!Contact us with whatever is goingon in your area or whatever yourclub or group is doing.Also featured is a What’s On pagelisting all local diary dates.Editorial and listings are featuredfree of charge. Advertising ratesare competitive, and localtradespeople are invited to featurein the Trades Listing. The cost ofyour local newsletter is covered bythe local businesses that advertise– so please support thesecompanies!

Duleek has ralliedbehind a local fam-ily who finds them-selves in need atthe moment. Al-though quiet bynature, Georginahas spoken outabout her condi-tion – a single par-ent and mother to5 year old Amber,Georgina has can-cer.Georgina is abrave woman andmany friends andneighbours have rallied round tohelp her. Still, the worry of raisingher daughter as a seriously illmother is weighing on her mindenormously. With the power ofprayer and a strong faith, the com-munity has rallied around her, andhave also organised some financialhelp.A fundraising night has beenarranged by Cllr Sharon Keoganand a team of kind ladies. This willbe held in O’Neill’s Bar & Restau-rant in Duleek on Saturday 23 Au-gust. There will be music in the bar,lounge and Rooftop Bar Duleek andtickets cost €20.An auction will also be held, andmany locals have donated items in-cluding a Mrs Browns Boys Memo-

rabilia Pack with signed autographsfrom the cast, Hot Air Balloon Flightfor 2 People, an Olive MaddenPainting, a Bernadette Fox Painting,a set of curtains from Liberty Interi-ors Ashbourne value €400, 2 pre-mium level tickets for Ireland’s nexthome friendly in the Aviva stadiumin September worth €130,€5,000worth of solar panels, cavity wall &attic insulation value €1,300, andlots more.

‘I know how wonderful this commu-nity is when people need a helpinghand, and I have no doubt you allwill respond to this,’ said CllrKeogan. All monies raised will go tothe Georgina & Amber Fund. Tick-ets are now available from O’Neill’s,and many other outlets in the village.

Denim Day takes place in Scotch Hall, Drogheda from 11 – 14 Septembernext when members of the public can take a trip down memory lane by ad-miring the displays of vintage and modern denim on show in the centre. Var-ious events have been organised for the public to attend or take part in. Joinin and wear your old denims! Many shops in Scotch Hall support the feel-good venture undertaken by the new management team at the centre. Checkout Scotch Hall on Facebook for up to the minute offers and plenty of com-petitions. Congrats to Lifestyle’s latest store at Scotch Hall which has moved into anew unit and offers a new customisation service where sportswear can bepersonalised for just €10.

Duleek Arts and Crafts Co-Oper-ative is a brand new communityinitiative for creatives working inand around the locality of Duleek. The aim of the co-operative is topromote the work of local artistsand crafts people of any disciplinein a friendly and professional net-work. It wishes to invite creativesto become a member of the co-op-erative, including but not limitedto those working in the followingareas: pottery, sculpture and ce-ramic artists, jewellery designers,silversmiths, metalworkers andwoodworkers, fabrics, textile art,fashion and millinery, literature,writing and poetry in print: Tra-ditional media and digital media

artists and designers, photogra-phers and film makers. It wishes to include membersfrom the village of Duleek, butalso resident artists and craftspeo-ple from the surrounding areas ofDonore, Balrath, Kilmoon. Cur-raha, Ardcath, Bellewstown,Clonalvy and Platin. Future plans for the Co-Operativeinclude opening up a permanenthub at The Maudlins in Duleek,which will not only sell local artand craft but also become a venuefor events and workshops for thewhole community to enjoy. En-quires and submissions of exam-ple artwork are welcome atduleekartscrafts@gmail.com.

Ardcath Fair Day takes place on Sunday 7 September with a packed scheduleof events! Following an amazing event last year, the line up this time includesGAA Inflatable Football Pitch, High Nellie Cycle, Tug - O – War, Dog Show,Children’s races/games & face painting, Best Dressed “era” costume/suit, vin-tage machinery/car display, historical display, horse shoeing, sheep shearing,duck fishing, live music with local artists, variety of stalls, Wanderly Wagon,Mock Wedding Party Parade, BBQ, Pig on the Spit, Ice Cream van, SpaceHopper races and more activities on the day!Approximately 600 people attended last year with many visitors from the UK,especially those home for the Blessings of the Graves (Patron Day) the fol-lowing week. Feedback regarding Ashbourne Fire Service’s Crash Demon-stration was phenomenal! The local ICA is fully committed again this year,having provided hundreds of cups of tea and coffee as well as cakes, sand-wiches and buns - and plenty of stories over the day. The village will be pedes-trianised from 12noon-6pm to accommodate visitors to this historic gathering.The Mock Wedding takes place on Saturday 16 August in Bennett’s – who arethe bride & groom?There’s a Texas Holdem in Donnelly’s of Cloghertown on Saturday 30 August,a Whist Night in Bennetts of Ardcath on Monday 8 September. There’s a Fam-ily Cycle – 20km and 50km on September 13, and a Poker Classic in Ardcathon 17 September.In total (at all events) €13,000 was raised last year which was split three waysfor the Church Renovation Fund, the parish fund and the school.

Duleek Women’s Forum planned trip to knock has been changed from Friday 15 toThursday 14 August. Bus leaves village green at 8am. Enquires to Ann on 041-9823415. Duleek WF are holding a raffle at Duleek Fair Day. 1st prize hand-made patchwork quilt,2nd prize homemade fruit cake, 3rd prize hand knitted doll. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5available from members. Duleek WF are looking for a tutor to teach calligraphy in theautumn on Tuesday mornings from 10:30 – 11:30am for 6 weeks. Please contact 041-9823415 if interested. Duleek Womens Forum on a recent trip to Glendalough

Charlotte Butler, aged 5, passedaway on 28 April 2014 from stage 4Neuroblastoma. Charlotte was diag-nosed at 2 ½ with this very aggres-sive childhood cancer. Her parentsAudrey and Joe ensured that everypossible treatment and trial wasmade available. In spite of all ofthese treatment and the best effortsof care by her family and medicalteam, Charlotte’s cancer persisted.The cause of Neuroblastoma is un-known. Neuroblastoma is a cancerof specialised nerve cells called neu-ral crest cells. These cells are in-volved in the development of thenervous system and other tissues.Neuroblastoma most commonly oc-curs in either one or two of the ad-renal glands situated around thetummy area or the nerve tissue thatruns alongside the spinal cord, neck,chest or pelvis.Audrey and Joe ensure that Char-lotte had a normal and very happylife doing all the things that little girlof her age do. Charlotte attendedplayschool and was included in allfamily functions. She is sadly missedby her sisters Lauren, Isabel andDaisy and her loving parents Joeand Audrey. To mark her life Joeand Audrey have decided to helpother children suffering from Neu-roblastoma and have established theCharlotte Butler Fund. A race day inaid of the fund will take place on

Thursday 28 August in BellewtownRacecourse. It’s Ladies Day so thefashion is sure to be amazing!

This day will truly be a great cele-bration of Charlotte’s life with us.Tickets for this event are €50 perperson. This is a full corporate pack-age including entrance, racecard,dinner & entertainment. Tables of 8are available at €400 or tables of 10at €500. For bookings please Con-tact Gillian 085 8397031 or Edel 0861063099, Bridie 087 9435963 or Au-drey 087 7501875.

There’s plenty to do in this localityduring Heritage Week (23-31August) with Duleek featuring anumber of events, as well asOldbridge Battle of the Boynecentre, Sonairte,Slane, BalrathWood, Hill of Tara and other localvenues. Check them all out onwww.heritageweek.ieThe history of Athcarne Castle will

be outlined in Sage & Stone Café, Duleek on Sunday 25 August 7.30pm. InThe Spire Restaurant Anthony Murphy’s collection of photos of Duleek willbe displayed. Donal Synnott will share the rich history and heritage of TheCommons, Duleek, with a walk and talk on Saturday 30 August 11am.In Balrath Wood, Kentstown, there’s Willow Weaving, Woodland Walk andStencilling, as well as Children's Games on Tarmacadam on Sunday 31, whilstin Sonairte, Laytown, the new Bird Hide on the Nanny River will be officiallyopened with plenty of other events too. You can discover the High Kings,Heroes & History at Tara every day that week.In Slane there are tours of the village and genealogy centre, as well as a fieldlesson on Archaeological Remote Sensing on 30 August. Slane Castle,principally the work of 3 famous architects, James Wyatt, James Gandon andFrancis Johnson, is open for tours on 23 August from 12 noon. FrancisLedwidge readings take place at the poet’s cottage, Slane on 23 and 24 August.The Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre at Oldbridge, Donore, hosts many eventsincluding a Boyne Valley Garden Trail with a Victorian Guide on 24 August at3pm, and a Battlesite Walk at 2.30 that day. The mysteries of the Victoriankitchen and basement will be explored on 24 and 31 August at 2pm, and battlememorabilia will be explored in The Curiosity Cart each weekend.There is an art exhibition by Diane Pattison on view in Brú na Bóinne, Donore,as well as workshops with the artist. There’s Newgrange Stargazing with theIrish Astronomical Association on 31 August at 8pm, and a talk by local artistRichard Moore on Megalithic art on 29 August at 2pm. Free guided tours ofNewgrange and Knowth are available all day on Sunday 31 August.

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It’s ‘full steam ahead’ for DuleekFair Day which takes place onSaturday 16 and Sunday 17 Au-gust. Fingers are crossed for thegood weather to hold. Last yearover 10,000 people attended theFair Day in blazing sunshine, en-joying what the many stalls hadto offer.Organisers are hoping for aneven larger attendance this year,and they are delighted to haveopened up a dedicated Fair Dayoffice on Main Street, locatednext door to Mario’s chipper,kindly donated by the family forthe duration of the festival.Activities planned for 2014 in-

clude the 10km Duleek & DistrictRoad Race, Duck Derby, the DirtMonkeys, BMX riders, dog show,live bands and music, Duleek NSschool reunion, photo exhibition,a showcase of local groups andorganisations and so much more– come along and enjoy it!!The recent Fair Day launch fea-turing Daisy the Cow and hernewborn calf, proved a huge hit.Children can ‘milk’ Daisy whosquirts paint rather than milk!Both Daisy and her calf were cre-ated by Ben Ryan. Further infor-mation is available on DuleekFair Meath Facebook page oremail duleekfairday@gmail.com

Donore Scout group had a busy summer as leaders took the youngsters onSummer Camp 2014 in Larch Hill International Scout & Guide Centre.According to scout Camp Chief, they all displayed good behaviour and hugeenthusiasm.At the Closing Ceremony badges were presented to the 15 scouts who tookpart in the camp. Later on, humorous prizes were awarded, namely: BestJokes - Dylan ; Best Entertainer - Shane ;Funniest Laugh - Paddy 2 ; BestCollection of Neckers - GG ; Best robber of Chairs - Callum ; Fastest up theClimbing Wall - John ; Best Stunt Driver - Matthew ; Best "Little TeapotActions" - Ellen ; Best Solos with Football - Jack ; Best hide & seek pair -Adam & Chloe ; Best Tree Climber - Paddy 1 ; Best Looking Sleeping Bag- Chantelle ; Smiliest Face - Darcy ; Best Fishyest Part – Finn.Well done to leaders Paul Bradley, Garreth, Rebecca. Lisa, Ronan andSiobhain. Donore Scouts take a break for August and regroup again inSeptember.Contact them on Gleann na Boinne Scout County,www.22ndmeathscouts.com 22ndmeath@gmail.com

This project aims to commemo-rate the involvement of peoplefrom this area in 1916 rising.Please contact: caroline.gal-lagher@alumni.nuim.ie Have yousome memorabilia or a relativewho took part in the 1916 Rising?Any newspapers, medals, flags orother such items? Duleek is plan-ning to commemorate this eventand those who were part of it.One of those who fought inDublin during the Rising now liesin Donore, and in Rossan near

Slane is Philip Clarke’s grave. Hewas killed during the Rising inDublin. There is a plaque onRossan bridge just over fromMitchel’s pub on the Slane-Drogheda Road commemoratingPhilip Clarke. More informationcan be found on Facebook onMeath Republican history, espe-cially for the ‘Battle of Ash-bourne’ , the only battle the IRAwon during the 1916 Rising.www.freewebs.com/duleekmonu-ment/

Events for children in Duleek Library are proving popular, with stories andsongs, Lego building, computers and much more available free of charge, butclasses must be booked ahead at the library.Children’s Summer Reading Scheme – Mythical Maze is aimed at childrenaged 6 – 12 years. Join the summer reading challenge at your local library.Read 6 books and receive free sticker sets, Mythical Maze posters, fridgemagnets, and a super wrist band. All those who complete the 6 books will re-ceive a certificate of achievement and have a chance to win a Kindle FireTablet.Lego Workshop on Monday 11 August 11am. Ages 7 - 10 years.Peppa Pig Workshop on Wednesday 13 August at 11am. Ages 3 - 6 years.Computer Animation Workshop on Friday 15 August at 3pm. Ages 7+Equipet Roadshow - Looking after your pet on Tuesday 19 August at11.30am. Ages 6 +.

Donore Scout group having fun

Duleek & District Athletic Clubhosts the second Indaver Duleek10K Road Race & Family FunRun (Approved by AAI),immediately before thecommencement of Duleek FairDay festivities on Sunday August17. The event is capped at 1,000participants and places are fillingfast! Online registration is openuntil 16 August or register inperson before the race.This (timing-chipped) race isperfect for beginners andexperienced runners alike!! Therace starts approximately 1.5KMoutside the village of Duleek andtakes runners/joggers/walkersthrough the countryside of theBoyne Valley on a memorable,beautifully scenic route which isbasically flat, with some verygentle undulations. The route isperfect for beginners, and more

seasoned runners can expect tochallenge their 'personal bests'. Awell-stocked 'goody-bag' will bepresented to each runner.Uniquely, the race ends on MainStreet, Duleek just as the day-long Fair Day kicks off in thevillage - making this10K race atruly family-friendly experience.A 1K Family Fun Run takesplace later in the day for all toenjoy.The 10k begins at DuleekBellewstown GAA pitch at 10am,which offers free parking, and afree shuttle bus is available toferry participants into the village.The prize giving takes place at 12noon on Duleek Village Greenwhere Indaver MD John Ahernwill present the prizes. The FunRun warm up starts at 12.15 withthe run getting underway at12.45. Then it’s back to thevillage to enjoy Duleek Fair Day!

Emma Smith, daughter of Declan and Sarah Smith, is aged 3 1/2 years.On 1 May 2014 she was diagnosed with ‘Acute LymphoblasticLeukaemia’. For such a bubbly, feisty, and very affectionate little girl,she has a long journey ahead of her. After numerous setbacks Emmastill manages to smile through her pain. The family’s normal family liferoutine has been turned upside down, spending every day in the hospitalmaking it their new home. As Emma is being treated in Our Lady'sHospital, Crumlin for her illness, she has only spent one night at homesince her diagnosis. Emma's older sister Amy, aged 8, who loves hersister dearly is missing her and cannot wait to be reunited.A fundraising appeal has been set up in Stamullen and all monies raisedat events held between 26 July – 10 August will go to the to EmmaSmith's appeal fund. A team of local organisers has put together a widevariety of events, so there’s really something to suit everyone! You canmake a donation through the Post Office account..... Stamullen SickChildrens FundAccount number: 2680725816.The fundraising appeal began with a 6K Fun Run/Walk, followed by aweekend packed with events on 8, 9 & 10 August! There’s a PokerClassic in Whytes bar on Friday night. Then a Golf Scramble inBellewstown GC on Saturday, followed by a Football Final in St Pat’sGAA club, Stamullen for the ‘Emma Smith Cup’.A live auction takes place in Whyte’s on Saturday night 10pm with lotsof items and prizes, as well as music. Sunday starts with a motorbikerun at 89.30am from Whyte’s. Then there’s an ‘Anything on Wheels funrun at 1.30pm from The Cock Tavern. All afternoon a Family Fun Daytakes place in Whyte’s from 1pm, where a Pram Race starts at 4pm.Coming up is an Irish dancing event! There’s a call out for the men ofStamullen who have never danced to take part in an Irish dance to raisefunds for the Emma Smith Fund. Check out Stamullen news onFacebook for details.Let’s hope that these funds serve to alleviate some of the suffering beingendured by little Emma and her family. Further details of events fromWhyte’s pub on 01-8412612.

Bellewstown RacesBellewstown Races August meeting take place on Wednesday 27 and Thursday 28 Augustfrom 5pm. There’s the usual excitement with racing, tipsters, the carnival, and the fashion.Ladies Day takes place on Thursday 28, as well as a charity fundraiser for the CharlotteButler Fund. Don’t forget that Bellewstown Heritage Society’s publication ‘Almost 300years of Racing at Bellewstown’ is still available. This publication is jam packed with everyaspect of the ‘Sport of Kings’ that has graced the hill at Crockafatha since the 17th Century.And did you know that the legendary Collier the Robber used to take a hospitality tent atthe races back in the 18th century?

The Spire Restaurant The Spire Restaurant celebrates their 1st Anniversary on14 August. To celebrate they aregiving a complimentary bottle of house wine with every booking for the birthday week (13th- 17 August). Book on 041 9880697 before 10th August. Offer is not valid in conjunctionwith other offers. Fabulous Friday offers also available.

Priests on the move.Welcome to Beauparc’s new PP Fr Jim Lynch, who will be living in Kenstown ParochialHouse. And Donore bids farewell to Fr Meade who celebrates his final Mass in the parishon Sunday 10 August at 11am before moving to Summerhill. This will be followed by asmall reception in the newly refurbished parish hall. All welcome to attend – andrefreshments, buns, cakes, etc, would be most welcome!

Stamullen’s Golden GirlsStamullen’s Golden Girls are busy organising their autumn programme which includes a tripto Dáil Éireann in September and an evening at the Bord Gáis theatre with Nathan Carter. Bothcan be booked with Rose on 086-8377033 or drop into the parish rooms, Stamullen any Mondaymorning after 11am.

Quarry swim alertParents in the Ardcath/Clonalvy area should be aware that some children/youths have beenusing the quarry in Rolestown/Denhanstown/Ardcath for swimming. This is very dangerousand we want to avoid any unnecessary accidents. The owner of the property has repaired anumber of the broken fences around that property. If you notice activity at the quarry, pleasecall the Gardai on 01-8016000 or security company Outsource on 041-9800800.

Fr. Ray’s silver jubileeFr Ray Kelly concert and friends raised a sum of €4,588. A huge thank you to everyone. FrRay wishes to thank the people of the parish for the lovely gift in remembering his Silver Jubilee.

East Meath Cycle Tour takesplace on Sunday 17 August 2014to raise funds for The Irish MotorNeurone Disease Association.This is the second year of thisevent, which saw over 1,650 cy-clists takingpart in 2013,raising €5,400for the IMNDA.The route takesthe cyclistthrough theBoyne Valley(World Her-itage Site) Old-bridge, Dowth,Newgrange &Knowth, Slane,D o n o r e ,Duleek & Ard-cath en route back to Stamullen.The tour is backed by DroghedaWheelers and authorised by Cy-cling Ireland. It starts at 10am onSunday 17 August from StPatrick’s GAA Club, Stamullen.Fee is €20. There are two routes –70k flat and 100k challenge. Re-freshments will be served en routeand afterwards. Check out fur-

ther details on the East MeathCycle Tour Facebook page.Motor Neurone Disease is an in-curable neurological conditionthat leaves people unable to doeveryday things that the rest of us

take forg r a n t e d .W a l k i n g ,talking ands w a l l o w i n gmay becomevirtually im-p o s s i b l e .IMNDA is theprimary sup-port organi-sation inIreland pro-viding carefor people

with MND, their families and car-ers. Its key activities include homevisiting, provision of specialistmedical equipment and communi-cation aids and financial assis-tance towards home care help. Italso funds counseling and re-search. Fundraising and dona-tions provide over 82% of theirincome.

Fit4Life (16yrs+) is always open to new members! Leaders willensure that a programme is put in place to help you achieve yourgoals, whatever they may be. More information is available onwww.duleekac.ie, via email to info@duleekac.ie, or our Facebookpage, Fit4Life takes place on Mondays and Thursdays, 7:15pm,Duleek Village Green. If you think this might be for you, why notcome on down, introduce yourself to our leaders and join in asession, before deciding whether you want to register!Duleek & District AC’S Fit4Youth programme is open to anyonebetween 12 and 16 years of age, irrespective of their fitness leveland continues every Wednesday, 7pm from Duleek Village Green.For more information please contact Maria Ludlow atmaria@duleekac.ie or phone her at 086-3361849. Coachingassistants: Maria would also be very interested to hearing fromanyone interested in helping out with the Fit4Youth programme!

FIT 4 all ages withDuleek & District AC

Congrats to Duleek Bellewstown GAA team who recently beat O Mahony’s0-13 to 1-8. This win ensured that the local team secured their Division 1status for another year.Congrats to Michael Ferguson, Duleek Drama Group and all those involvedin the recent production of ‘Oliver Plunkett – the last days’, performed onthe steps of St Peter’s Church, Drogheda in July. The production featuredon RTE’s Nationwide in August, showing the marvellous creativity andperformance abilities of our locals. The drama was also broadcast on IrishTV Sky 191 in July.Well done to Cormac Canning (24.27) & Eddie Darcy (33.30) @ the 'Runfor the Cure' in Navan on SaturdayCongrats & happy anniversary to Terry McDonnell from Donore, onreaching 11 years in business at her popular children’s play centre,Kangaroo Club on Donore Road, Drogheda. Terry is ably assisted by herchildren Eve, Shona, Tom, Ben and Nina, as well as husband Sean Loughranand sister Collette McDonnell.Congratulations to St. Vincents/Curraha'splayers Mark Phelan Ryan Hand and BrianJoyce on their success in Gerry Reilly Shieldwith the Meath U/16 team at the weekend.Congrats to Donore Scout Leader Rebecca andher partner Paul on the birth of a baby boy. Andcongrats to the parents and families of the newbabies baptised in Stamullen church recently –Kyle Baneham, Thomas Gosson, CallumMcBride and Rose White. Congratulations toCasey White who was baptised in Clonalvyrecently. Congratulation to Emma O Brien andJason White on the birth of their baby girl LillyElla .A little sister for Sean.Congrats to locally based chef Larry Zaitschekof Boyne Brasserie at Daly’s of Donore who hassourced amazing salt-aged steak! Chef Larry’s reputation is spreading ashe serves up the beef bought from Hannan’s Meats who store meats forapproximately a month in a chamber full of Himalayan rock salt.Congrats & thanks to the dedicated volunteers who cleaned up and tidiedthe new €800,000 Boyne Greenway at Oldbridge, removing weeds andundergrowth. Meath County Council has stated that it is ‘unlikely’ that theywill have enough resources to maintain the Greenway, so it looks like it’sdown to the local volunteers to keep it clean!Congrats to Stamullen Tidy Towns committee who have been awarded €100and a bronze plaque for their efforts in keeping the village and district litterfree, as well as enhancing it with flowers and a seating area where MeathCC erected the plaque. Special thanks to Noel Bonner who leads the waywith his daily cleaning, weeding and mowing. And thumbs down to thevandals who have pulled up and scattered the beautiful plantings recently.Thanks to all those who recently contributed to the Meath LourdesHospitality Group whose Duleek church gate collection netted them €634.This will help bring individuals to Our Lady’s Shrine in Lourdes.Congrats to local restaurant The Spire, celebrating one year in business!

During their anniversary week (13th - 17th August), diners will be treatedto a bottle of wine with every full meal for two at the atmospheric restaurantlocated in the old churchyard on Larrix Street, Duleek. Reservations mustbe made before 10 August and offer is not valid in conjunction with otheroffers. Fabulous Fridays at the Spire Restaurant are unbeatable value!Enjoy any 2 starters and 2 main courses for €29 (supplements apply to steakmains). Book on 041-9880697.

St. Vincents/Curraha's play-ers Mark Phelan, Ryan Handand Brian Joyce

Limetree Community TheatreWould you like to take part in a local drama? Limetree Community Theatre Group will be hostingThe Field in Duleek, 25, 26 and 27 October. Contact director Ray Collier for further details.

Mollies Animal Rescue thanksAnd a welcome word of thanks to Duleek & District Newsletter from Marion Coleman who runsMollies Animal Rescue centre locally. This newsletter highlighted the problem of un-neuteredcats and promoted a subsidised spaying campaign organised by Marion. ‘I would just like tothank you and all at Duleek & District for all your support to Mollies Animal Rescue for its recentcat spay/neuter scheme, it has been a great success and you all have helped to make this happen,we have almost reached our target so you have saved a great number of cats.’

Curraha Tennis Club Annual family membership is €120 and single adult €60. Www.curraghatennis.com, email:curraghatennis@gmail.com or 086 0513622. New junior coaching programme in place, ladies socialtennis on Wed. nights, Men's social tennis on Thurs. night and adult cardio tennis on Fri night.

Ardcath Fair DayOne of the events taking place on Fair Day 7 September is a High Nellie Bike Run. People areasked to come along and a route will be organised. Also anybody who happens to have a costumeof that era why not put in on and a prize might come your way.

Thanks to IndaverThanks go to Indaver for their generous grant of €50,000 towards Duleek Courthouse RestorationFund. Work has already commenced on Phase 1. The group will hold a raffle at Duleek Fair Day,17 August. Tickets available at the Community Shop, Main Street, Duleek.

Indaver, leading the fi eld in sustainable waste management

Meath Waste-to-Energy Facility

Meath Waste-to-Energy

AUGUSTl Sunday 10 Monster Drive in Bingoat Bellewstown Racecourse.l Thursday 14. 8am. Duleek Women’sForum trip to Knock. Contact Ann9823415.l Thursday 14. 7.30pm. O'Neill’sDuleek. Open meeting. Duleeksupports ‘Family’ sculpture.Saturday 16 - Mock Wedding,Bennetts of Ardcathl Saturday 16 & Sunday 17 DuleekFair Day.l Saturday 16. 8.30pm WestcourtHotel Drogheda. Duleek PP Reunion.l Sunday 17. 10am Indaver DuleekAC 10k Race.l Sunday 17. 11.30am. Mass in fordeceased pupils of Duleek NS.l 23-31 National Heritage Week –events listed on www.heritageweek.iel Saturday 30. Texas Holdem inDonnelly’s of Cloghertown.l Sunday 24. 2.30pm. Duleek ParishHall. Talk on The AugustinianPresence in Duleek l Sunday 24. Duleek Senior Citizenssummer tourl Sunday 24 August from 12.30 pmSonairte Family Day for HeritageWeek.l Sunday 24. 2pm. Donore Hall.Auction for Donore Parish l Thursday 28. Race day in aid ofCharlotte Butler Fund in Bellewtownl Saturday 30. 1 - 5 pm. DuleekBellewstown GFC Family Fun Day.

SEPTEMBERl Tuesday 2. 7.30 p.m. DuleekDrama Players AGM in O’Neills.l Friday 5. 7pm. Donore Rosnaree‘Come Dine With Me’ Guest Tea inDaly’s of Donore.l Sunday 7. Sage&Stone’s monthlyFlea Market, Duleek.l Sunday 7. Ardcath Fair Dayincluding High Nellie Bike Run.l Sunday 14. 2pm. Blessing ofGraves Ardcath.l Monday 8. Whist night inBennett’s of Ardcath.l Saturday 13. Family Cycle inArdcath, 20km and 50km.l Wednesday 17. Poker Classic inArdcath.l Sunday 21. 7.30pm. Donore BridgeClub Fundraiser Westcourt Hotel.

OCTOBERl 24, 25 & 26. Limetree DramaGroup production, Duleek.l Saturday 26. Donore Parish Draw.

ONGOING EVENTSl Pilates classes in Bellewstown Hallevery Tuesday & Thursday 7- 8pm.Costs €7 per hour.l Wednesday afternoon club in TheOld Post Cafe, Main Street, Duleekevery Wednesday 2.30pm – 4.00pm.Relax, swap stories and make friends.Super Scone and Tea/Coffee €5.00.All welcome.l Bowling in Duleek Parish Centre

every Tuesday at 2.30pm. Otheractivities in the Centre on the 3rdWednesday of the month at 2.30pm. l Whist Drive in Bennet’s Lounge,Ardcath, every Monday night.l Duleek Women’s Forum meetsevery Tuesday from 10.30am to 12noon in Duleek Prayer Rooms.l New Nursery and Academy LevelGaelic coaching programme everySaturday from 11-12am at the ClubGrounds, Navan Road, Duleek. Allwelcome.For Nursery boys and girlsaged 4 – 5 years, contactaonghus_fives@yahoo.com. ForAcademy boys and girls aged 5 – 6years, contactdavidmurphyster@gmail.com.l O' Neill’s Golf Society: Outings for2014.16 August - Trim 9.30am.l The annual pilgrimage to Lourdestakes place on 20 September 2014.Contact Rena on 041 9823738.l Kenpo karate classes in DuleekParish centre on Wednesday andFriday nights.l Draughts and Chess Mondaysfrom 6- 7pm (draughts) and 7-8pm(chess) in the Prayer Rooms, Duleek.l Simpson Stage School in DuleekParish Hall Fridays from 4-5 (3-6years) 4-5.30pm (7-9 years). ContactMary on 086-2645077.l Taekwondo classes in Donorecommunity centre on Tuesdays andThursdays 7.30pm – 8.30pm.Contact: 0872100499 or e-mail.tkdlay-town@gmail.coml Set Dancing Classes in DonoreCommunity Hall on Wednesdays at8pm. Contact Shay 087-2886306.l Duleek Library Events: AdultBook Club 3rd Tuesday of the monthat 7pm. Creative Writing (LimetreeWriters Group) 2nd and 4thTuesdays at 7pm. l Craft NightThursdays at 7pm.l Duleek Parish Centre activities.Monday: Irish Dancing: ActiveRetirement Bowls 2.30pm, AthleticClub, Irish Dancing 6pm, ZumbaFitness 8pm. Wednesday: Parent &Toddler Group, Active Retirement,Irish Dancing, Judo, Thursday: Hip-Hop & Disco Dance, Brownies, KickBoxing, Céili Dancing. Friday: StageSchool & Judo. Contact 041-9880269.l Duleek AFC have all weathertraining slots available. Club meetingroom available to rent. Reasonablerates. Pat O'Brien 086-1662018.l Duleek Bridge club plays everyWednesday in Carranstown Lodge at8pm.l Ferdia McKeon Sports Therapyfitness classes in Donore hall. €5PAYG bring a towel and some fluids.Circuit Training & ConditioningClasses for all Tues 6.15-7.15pm.Thurs 9.30-10.30am. Sat 10-11am.l Bingo every Friday night inDuleek/Bellewstown GFC at 8.30pm

l Duleek Bellewstown GFC UnderAge Gaelic training Saturday 10-11am and Tuesday 6-7pm. ContactNoel 086 8822196. l Local Arthritis Walking groupmeets every Saturday at 11am outsidethe main door of Oldbridge House.For information call Marie Mageeafter 6pm on 087-6336580. Or visitwebsite www.arthritisandexercise.iel A free 5k run takes place atOldbridge Estate every Saturdaymorning at 9.30am. Register onlineon www.parkrun.ie, print off abarcode and take it along to the run.Check it out onFacebook.com/oldbridgeparkrunl Stamullen Tidy Towns group meetsevery Tuesday and Thursday 7.30-8.30pm and Saturdays 11am –12noon at the church car park. Allvolunteers welcome.l Bellewstown P&P competitionsSundays 10am and Tuesdays 6.45pm.Juvenile coaching for boys and girlsfrom 8 years upwards continuesMondays 7-8pm.l Golden Girls club for ladies over50 meets on Mondays from 11am inthe Parish Rooms Stamullen.l Slimming World is in Duleek GFCevery Thursday @ 5.30 & 7.30. Fordetails contact Susan 0872929736.l Boxercise / circuit training / trxand core workout all in one classevery Mon,Wed and Friday 6.30-7.30. Wed and Friday mornings 10-30- 11-30 . Men’s adult classes Tues andThurs 7-15 pm. Classes are €6 perclass or €15 for 3 classes at StCianan's boxing club . Kids juniorboxing class every Tues night 6 –7pm.l Junior golf lessons BellewstownGolf club 13 August 3-4pm over 3weeks, cost €25. Contact MarkO'Sullivan PGA pro 086 8513811.l Cllr Sharon Keogan’s weekly clinicin Stamullen every Friday morning inWhyte’s pub 11am-12 noon. Privateappointments available in Duleekoffice. Contact 087 677 3800.

COMPETITIONWin two 2 family OPW

Heritage Cards(Value €55 each)

and 2 Senior OPWHeritage Card

(Value €21 each).

The cards give one year’s free admissionto all OPW sites countrywide.

Question: Name all the OPW sitesin Co Meath.

Answers should be returned toduleekdistrictnews@gmail.com

or Duleek & District News, Main St, Duleek.041 9880523 by 25 August.

Winner announced September Edition