Archive for February, 2008
Dunnes Stores ‘On Track’ For Youghal
By Christy Parker
The planning process towards bringing the much-anticipated Dunne’s Stores to Youghal is ‘on track’ Town Clerk Liam Ryan informed the February Town Council meeting. Responding to an inquiry from FF Cllr Mary Linehan Foley, Mr Ryan said architects from Galvin’s Developer’s are currently in consultation with their Youghal Council counterparts towards formatting a [...]
Youghal’s Bottle Banks Moving To The Beach
By Christy Parker
Current recycling centre at Tides’s
Cork County Council is relocating its recycling centre adjacent to Tide’s restaurant to an area on the Front Strand. Town Manager Patricia Power told Youghal’s February Town Council meeting that she and the Co. Council’s senior engineer for waste management made the decision in the wake of ongoing [...]
Casey Makes His Case - Before Packing It
by: Christy Parker
As Independent Town Councillor Olly Casey declares he won’t contest the 2009 local elections, Christy Parker sought a quick word before he goes…
“Its time for fresh blood to come in,” appraises Cllr Casey, “and besides, I’ll be 67 and I need more time for myself now.” Fifteen years ago, Olly ignored the cynical [...]
Youghal Arts Network - Youghal Summerfest 2008
Youghal Arts Network announce The Youghal Summerfest 2008 at The Mall Arts Centre
Photo: Michael Hussey
Youghal Arts Network committee Secretary Michael de Buitlear, Treasurer Brid O’Brien and Donacha O’Cearuill pictured outside The Mall House where The Midsummer’s Gala Ball will take place. Tickets currently on sale for this Gala event.
Le Gourmet Again Judged Amongst The 32 Counties 100 Best!
By: Christy Parker
Mary and JF Bernard celebrate The Bridgestone Best In Ireland Award at Le Gourmet, Youghal
The very many who have passed favorable comment on the food supplied by Youghal’s Le Gourmet have had their judgement highly vindicated for the second successive year. The River Gate Mall delicatessen is included in the 2008 Bridgestone Guide [...]
Overcrowding Stretching Historic Youghal School To The Limit
By Christy Parker
Principal Sinead Solleveld, teachers Maureen Allen Roche, Sinead Griffin and pupils in the crowded classroom
Overcrowding is threatening the ability of a Youghal primary school to meet the demand for its services. South Abbey NS currently accommodates 61 children but is struggling to cope in the 200 year-old converted church that has been its [...]
The Cardiac Support Group
By Michael Hussey
The Cardiac Support Group in the East Cork area meet on the 2nd Tuesday evening of every month in Cumann na Daoine,10 North Main Street, Youghal from 7:30pm to 9pm (except July/August). People from outside this area are also very welcome to attend.
Alex Swayne Kearns - Baptism
Alex Swayne Kearns Baptism At Our Lady of Lourdes Church, The Strand, Youghal, Co. Cork. Celebrant: Fr. Bill Bermingham
Photo: Michael Hussey
90th Birthday Party Celebrations Raises Funds For The Lifeboats
Mr. Dave Gleeson a native of Pilmore, near Youghal celebrated his ninetieth birthday party back in October with his many friends and relations, but instead of wishing for presents, Dave asked for donations to be made to the RNLI Lifeboat based in Youghal.
Youghal’s Bobby Lee “The Future History” Album Launch
By: Kieran McCarthy
Bobby Lee a well respected and talented musician from Youghal, Co. Cork, Ireland has launched his album titled “The Future History” it has 9 tracks and is available for preview, mp3 download or cd at Cd Baby
Here’s one review describing the album:
Mark Mc Clelland - Backstage Traffic
“The Future History ” [...]
