The tall ship Bounty arrived in Cobh at the Port of Cork last Thursday evening the 17th, 2009. The ship will be available and open for the touring public from Saturday the 19th through the 20th. For her entire schedule please go the web site www.tallshipbounty.org. Photo: Brian Fitzgerald and Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

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PAT GRACE of Redbarn arrived in Youghal in April 1973, a very young, very enthusiastic Garda fresh from Templemore where he had just completed his training, having joined the Gardaí on November 29th, 1972. Pat spent the next 37 years in service to the force and, in particular, to the local community of Youghal and East Cork. That many years ago, our memories of the Gardaí are of seeing them walking the streets by day and night, keeping a close eye on proceedings and giving to everyone that wonderful feeling of protection and safety. Pat Grace was one of those ‘long ago’ Gardaí. He was known and respected by the people and he, in turn, knew most of those he was dealing with by name. Denise FitzGerald reports/Photo Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

Pat got involved hugely in the community and is known not least for his prowess in GAA circles. In fact, he played senior hurling for Kilkenny in 1977 with great distinction and today is still actively involved in Youghal GAA as a Selector.

Pat’s wife, Liz, has recently retired as matron of Cois Abhann. She is very well known to all the locals for her kindness and care of her patients over the years, and is missed by many of them. John and Liz are the proud parents of four children – Julie, Susan, Kate and John all of whom were delighted to be present at their Dad’s retirement function on Sunday night last.
The Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal was the venue for a night of nostalgia and enjoyment when Pat, surrounded by family, friends and colleagues, celebrated his retirement from the force.

The locals turned out in their numbers to wish Pat well in his future, and they mingled with the guests on the night who included Chief Superintendent for North Cork, Kieran McGann and his wife, Jo, Superintendent Flor Horan from Midleton, the Mayor of Youghal, Cllr. Sandra McLellan, and Canon Browne, amongst others. Pat, with his family, were delighted to meet so many colleagues of his, past and present, and many were the tales recounted. Willie Doyle, well known Youghal local, was the Sergeant in Charge when Pat arrived in Youghal, and Pat told the East Cork Journal that he remembers being welcomed on his arrival in Youghal as a young Garda by Brendan Casey, who was on duty at the time.

Several presentations were made to a Garda who was highly respected and admired, not only by his colleagues, but also by the community which he served so well for so long. The presentations included ones from the Fire Service, Solicitors, Youghal Town Council, International Police Association and two awards from the local station in Youghal. Pat, ever unassuming, was obviously very honoured to receive the presentations and thanked everyone in a very moving speech.

Pat’s retirement was celebrated with a sit down meal for almost two hundred people, which was enjoyed by all. Red and John supplied the great music which was later followed by a Disco. Rumour has it that the dancing and joviality went on long into the wee hours of the morning and one must admit that, after 37 long years of service, loyalty and dedication to a job that is not always easy, Pat Grace was entitled to make merry.

We wish Pat and Liz every happiness in their retirement.

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THE INAUGURAL GORT AOIBHINN COMMUNITY FUN DAY took place last Sunday the 13th of September.  It was a great success with a large turn out in the glorious sunshine.
Photo: Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

Events on the day included Egg & Spoon race, Musical Statues, Soccer, Face Painting, Couples Piggyback Race (mortifying!!!) One of the highlights was the Tug of War competition, teams were divided by their house numbers.  The Winners were very gracious and modest in victory.  Ken Dempsey commiserated with the losers reminding  them that “ Its not the winning but  taking part that counts”….then  bolted home to put his medal on the mantelpiece!!!  But the most fiercely fought contest was undoubtedly the Women’s Tug of War. Finally we got the chance to see some real skill, strength and stamina.
Brendan Murphy was the DJ and was thrilled to get the chance to play some of his favourite tracks from High School Musical and Hannah Montanna – a lot!!!
Over all it was a spectacular day with a fantastic atmosphere.  The kids had an absolute ball and should have some wonderful memories to cherish.
We would like to thank everybody for their help, support and generosity on the day, people baked cakes brought snacks and refreshments.  A Special thanks to Tony O’Riordan for helping us set up, Kevin Kelly and Niall Farrelly for refereeing. Finbarr O’Mahony (Beanie) for supplying the tug of war Ropes.  Our face painting team Nessa Cashell, Christoph Colin and Karina Plante. Youghal United Club, Tom Fitzgerald and finally Youghal News and Michael Hussey from www.youghalonline.com for covering the event. And last but not least a huge thank you to all our  little troops for helping us on the day.
Andrea Cashell & Jillian Corcoran.
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Community Radio Youghal are delighted to announce a new historical series of programmes starting on Sunday 13th September, The series of six programmes entitled “  “ Youghal a future from its Past” has been researched by local author and historian Maurice  Ahern. Photo: www.youghalonline.com

Each programme is divided into two parts, the first part narrated by Frank Keane while the second part features a discussion chaired by Pat Reilly with contributions from Maurice Ahern.  Editor of the series is Noel Cronin and director is Tommy Collins. The series is funded by The Broadcasting Commission of Ireland (BCI) and is transmitted on Sundays from 10:00 a.m –10:30 a,m and repeated on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m

The hype and carnival atmosphere of a true World Cup Cycling event will be brought to Navan over two evenings this week when the Race Around Ireland starts on Tuesday 15th September for solo riders and Wednesday 16th September for Teams. Photo: www.youghalonline.com – sport

A local outfit, Team Youghal, are on the starting line along with twelve others in the Team Category. The team comprise local cyclists Ger Flanagan, Tommy Roche, Christy McCarthy, Eoin  Whyte and Kieran Groeger . Team Youghal are supporting the Emer Casey Foundation through the cycle and sponsorship cards are available from any member of the Team. The team are backed up by a Crew of 10 and transport is supplied by Youghal KIA  with their new KIA SOUL

The event is being organised by local personal trainer Alan Heary and being promoted by Navan Road Club.  It is also being run in association with Meath Local Sports Partnership and the Ciaran Maree Cancer Research Fund.  The main sponsors for the event are the Ritz Carlton Hotel with other sponsors like Brookdale Partners and international supplement company ZipVit helping to fund the race.

The event is ranked as the second toughest ultra-endurance race in the World by the Ultra-Marathon Cycling Association.  Only the famous Race Across America is considered tougher. The Race Around Ireland team have been working for a full year to make this event a huge success and are looking forward to bring the start in Navan.

This is the first event of its kind in Ireland and it has attracted the top ultra distance riders in the World including the World Champion Caroline Van Den Bulk and current World Cup leader Fabio Biasiolo.  These champions won’t have it all their own way, however, in this 1350 mile time trial as Irish endurance record holder Joe Barr and local Navan rider Paul Nolan will be fighting for top positions on the podium.

Sky Sports will be on the starting line too, as presenter Graham Little is taking part in the 4 person team category.  The team’s performance will be filmed as part of a documentary, some of which will be shown on his new Sky Sports show “Sporting Ireland”.  The team category will also be highly contested with An Post hoping to take top honours.  The An Post team are also taking part in a ground breaking study by DCU (Dublin City University), which will have them followed by a van that can only be described as something you would see in a storm chaser movie.  Every heart beat, breath and pedal stroke will be recorded day and night and fed back to the van for analysis.

“The start of a race like this is something that everyone should be a part of.  We would love to see as many people come out to support the riders as possible.  It is our hope that the International riders will go home having been treated to the hospitality and craic that Ireland is famous for. Entertainment has been planned for the two evenings.  Navan Town Council has been fantastic and has given us the Civic Space for the start as well as financial help, which will ensure a carnival atmosphere that riders, crew and spectators alike will remember”.

Navan Lord Mayor Joe Reilly, will start the solo race on Tuesday evening at 8pm and the team event at 8pm on Wednesday.  The festivities will start at 6pm both evenings in the Civic Space, Kennedy Road, Navan.  Team cars will be parked during both days at the Civic Space and it will give everyone the opportunity to meet the riders and crew who will take on this very unique challenge.

During the race live updates of the progress of all riders will be found on the race website.  For more information check out www.racearoundireland.com

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The Emer Casey Foundation – leading the fight against Ovarian Cancer

The Emer Casey Foundation is dedicated to providing funding to secure the best independent research to detect early signs of ovarian uterine cancer.  The foundation was established following Emer’s death in 2006 by her family and colleagues in Matheson Ormsby Prentice Solicitors Dublin.

Ovarian cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women and is often detected at an advanced stage of the disease resulting in a high mortality rate. This is because the symptoms of ovarian cancer are not recognised immediately, the molecular pathology of the disease is poorly understood and sensitive screening tests are not currently available.

The Emer Casey Foundation now sponsors three Emer Casey Fellows who are pursuing PhD degrees in Ovarian Cancer Research within the Discovery Research Consortium.

A) They will look to develop methods to detect the disease in its early stages by using a novel Serum Antibody Profiling approach.  They have already identified potential signatures in the blood which will allow early detection of ovarian cancer.

B) They will also examine why Ovarian Cancer became resistant to Chemotherapy.  The Discovery Consortium is composed of researchers from several Irish and International Institutions dedicated to carrying out world class research in area of Ovarian and endometrial cancer.

The foundation relies on fundraising to provide this invaluable research. The Foundation is a registered charity and various individuals and societies continue to select it as a chosen charity for fundraising efforts and donations.

www.emercaseyfoundation.com
Charity number: chy 17505

THE GIRL’S  SOCCER SEASON is underway and the new Youghal Utd U-12s were hosts to Passage at a sun-drenched Ardrath Park last Saturday. A large number of the team were playing for the first time. Passage took the lead after 12 minutes but Youghal responded with a terrific run and strike by Holly-Rose Twomey  only to see her effort hit the post and her follow up shot saved by the keeper. Report by www.youghalonline.com sports reporter

The Youghal captain wasn’t to be denied however on what was to turn out to be an exceptional performance by the number 9. She soon equalled the score with another fine run and neat finish to the corner.

With the new players still finding their feet, Passage struck to lead 2-1. Holly-Rose Twomey, supported by the extremely hard working and skillful Amy Ben-Aim and Lynda Galvin, again picked up the ball and ran at the passage defence, turning the centre-half before slotting home. At 2-2 Youghal were in the ascendancy and in control of the game. Unfortunately, Passage scored before the break to make it 3-2.

The visitors began the second half strongly but great defending by new signings Catriona Savage and Jennifer Geary showed the team has a lot of promise. With Sarah Roche bossing midfield and tireless running from Aoife O’ Sullivan Youghal looked likely to score. Holly-Rose Twomey secured her hat-trick with another run and cool finish to make it 3-3.

It looked like Youghal could go on to claim the three points but Passage never wilted and again took the lead – 4-3. It was time for the Youghal captain to again show the way and after coming back on to the pitch after a minor injury, she picked up the ball and ran into the area to drive a low shot under the diving keeper. At 4-4 Youghal looked the stronger side. However, the game changed when Youghal lost their experienced keeper, Jo Healy to injury.

Passage pressed on and scored two more goals to claim victory at 6-4. This was a tough test for the new Youghal team but they have plenty to be proud about after the opening day fixtures. Player of the match – Holly-Rose Twomey, a five star performance from the captain.

Last August in St Mary’s Collegiate Church, Youghal, a packed audience witnessed a superb evening of music hosted by the Epping Forest Band from Essex in England under  the direction of Denis Desmond, a local Youghal man now residing the the UK.
Denis and his colleagues were delighted to have been able to donate proceeds form the concert in the sum of €2,028 to ACT (Aid Cancer Treatment) at Cork University Hospital on Sep 2nd and would like to thank the very generous support of the people and friends of Youghal.

Also participating in the concert were a number of local musicians: The Killeagh Choir, members of the Youghal Pipe Band and a bodhran player. The variety of sounds, music and comedy elements entertained the appreciative audience for almost 3 hours.

The band told www.youghalonline.com that they had a wonderful weekend and thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality extended to them in Youghal. Well done to Denis and the Desmond family, The Epping Forest Band and all the musicians and volunteers who took part in the wonderful concert and the generous donation to this worthy cause.

C.R.Y. is a busy, successful and necessary source of entertainment and information for the people of Youghal and East Cork.   From its formation, the Radio Station has gone from strength to strength, and whilst most of the work is done by volunteers, the time has more than arrived when a Station Manager is necessary to improve and extend the scope and efficiency of C.R.Y. Denise FitzGerald Reports/Photo Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

Declan Gibbons, a Kilkenny man, saw the advertisement for C.R.Y. on CRAOL website, which is a network for community radio stations.   He was immediately interested and promptly applied for the position.   After interviews, meetings and more interviews, Declan was offered the position which he was delighted to accept.

The East Cork Journal spoke with Declan and asked him how he felt about the relocation from Kilkenny to Youghal.   Declan replied that he and his wife, Christina, know Youghal quite well and have some friends in the area.   This, however, was not the only reason for his interest – in fact, Declan is a total radio buff – with a passion for anything which is broadcast.   Even though he is, as he terms it, a small farmer In Kilkenny (if such a thing as a small farmer exists!), his life revolves around radio and all it represents.   He was involved from 1994 for many years as a volunteer with Radio Kilkenny and enjoyed it immensely.   His forte was sports and current affairs broadcasting, but all aspects of radio interested Declan.   From 1997 to 2000 Declan was the main sports presenter with Radio Kilkenny.    From 2000 to 2004 he was involved with CKR – Carlow Kildare Radio.   He was also head of sport at KCLR 96fm.   Around that time, Declan was approached with a view to setting up a temporary Radio Kilkenny station as only a temporary licence was available at that time.  He was responsible for all aspects of setting up the Station, and such was the success of the temporary station that seventy volunteers came on board, all keen to make a go of it.   Declan told the East Cork Journal that application has now been made for a full licence, and Radio Kilkenny is hoping to go on the airwaves as soon as this is granted, a fact of which Declan is particularly proud.

When asked of his plans with regard to C.R.Y., Declan was very enthusiastic and excited about the challenges ahead of him.  His first step, he said, is to meet with as many people and organisations as possible in the Youghal and surrounding areas to find out what they want from C.R.Y.   He sees the Station as an essential part of people’s lives, and he is determined to achieve this.   All the ingredients are there, and Declan is determined to make a positive and permanent impact on the listening pleasures of all who tune in.   With such enthusiasm and determination, we have no doubt that he will succeed.

Listen to CRY on 104fm or visit their website on www.youghalradio.com- also click on link at the top of this page for direct feed to CRY radio broadcast.

On Friday night last, Eddie paid a trip to his hometown to launch his Autobiography,  “Never Die Wondering”.   The launch was to take place at 6pm in Read and Write, but long before the designated time the people arrived to get a copy of his book, signed personally by Youghal’s famous son. Report Denise FitzGerald/Photo Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

The excitement and expectation was palpable but particularly obvious was the sense of awe which prevailed with all the youngsters who came along to cheer their hero.   Young rugby players from the local Youghal Rugby Football Club were decked in their best gear which, many years ago, was worn proudly by Eddie himself. A guard of honour greeted Eddie and cheers from the queue which was patiently waiting.  Eddie wasted no time, greeting most of the people by name, and shaking the hands of the older fans in friendship and greeting.

Eddie O’Sullivan has made history as the longest serving national coach in Irish rugby history, producing a team which rose to third in the world rankings.  Eddie laid down the standards for the team to fulfil its Grand Slam potential which, when added to the three Triple Crowns he won  his six year reign, makes Youghal’s Eddie O’Sullivan a legend.

His autobiography is the candid story of Ireland’ famous rugby coach, but it is also much, much more.    It is written in the most wonderful easy flowing way, with anecdotes and stories of his life covering both his life as a boy growing up in the town of Youghal and his experiences all over the world.   In fact, when reading the book one can visualise Eddie quite clearly, as it is told in his own easy way.

Known and famous world wide, the same Eddie O’Sullivan is known in his home town of Youghal and surrounds as a modest, ordinary guy with no airs or graces, who has the time of day for everyone.  In Youghal Eddie O’Sullivan is a son, a brother, an uncle, a cousin, a relative.   He is a neighbour, a friend, a former rugby colleague, an ex pupil.   In fact, he is a really nice boy!   On Friday night last, those relatives and friends were among the huge turnout which came along to pay honour to him, and  Eddie had a huge smile of welcome for every one of them.  The one way traffic system on the main street was in trouble with the numbers of people determined to get into Read and Write and shake the hand of this much loved man.
There can be no doubt in anybody’s mind that, as far as the love, respect and admiration of the people of Youghal and East Cork are concerned, Eddie O’Sullivan will most certainly Never Die Wondering!

Click on image (allow a few seconds to load) to see Eddie O’Sullivan sign his autobiography at the Read and Write shop, North Main St. Youghal Photo: Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

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Eddie O’ Sullivan signs his book ‘Never Die Wondering’/ Autobiography of Eddie O’ Sullivan, the candid story of Ireland’s longest serving coach Photo Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

99 – Large Crowds attend the event

01 – Tom Troy with a signed copy of Eddie O’ Sullivan’s autobiography

04 – Biddy Coveney with Eddie O’ Sullivan

06 – Eddie has a laugh with his uncle Michael Coveney

10 – Eddie with his aunt Margaret Fitzgerald, her husband Eddie and daughter Deirdre

13 – Eddie with his nephew and niece Clara and Cillian Power

15 – Eddie with Fionn, Cian and Orna Kenneally

24 – Don Mulcahy and his nephew Ciarán with Eddie

28 – Aingeal Ní Dhomnaill with Eddie

29/30/31 – Large crowds queue for Eddie at the Read & Write, Youghal

33 – Sheila Coveney, Maeve Kenneally, Margaret & Deirdre Fitzgerald

35 – Read & Write staff Mary Kenefick and Mary Heffernan

37 – John & Tina Coleman with Eddie

38 – Eddie signs his autobiography for Larry Cunningham

41 – Eddie and Norman MacDonald

44 – Eddie and Mary Linehan-Foley

45 – Eddie and Michael Kelly

47 – Eddie and William Moloney

49 – Sarah Brosnan with Eddie

50 – Anne and Edel Cooney with Eddie

52 – Sharon and John Flavin representing Youghal Chamber with Eddie

54 – Sidney Howe with Eddie

57 – Brendan Murphy with Eddie

59 – Will, Noreen, Jamie and Emma Varney pictured with Eddie

61 – David and Catherine Kelly with Eddie

63 – Mick McCarthy with Eddie

64 – Jean, Marie and Remy Bernard with Eddie

66 – Mary Clohessy with Eddie

67 – Mary Clohessy and Kay Clohessy and kids with Eddie

68 – John Lawlor with Eddie

74 – Mayor of Youghal Sandra McLellan with Eddie

75 – Frank Morrissey with Eddie

76 – Eddie Irwin with Eddie

78 – Paudie Mulcahy and nephew Paul with Eddie

80 – Margaret and Sarah Simkin with Eddie

82 – Phil and Angela Fitzgerald with Eddie

83 – Niamh Coveney with Eddie

87 – Ronan Coveney with Eddie

89 – Evelyn and Leslie Snell

93 – Seamus Curran and Richenda Kelly with Eddie

94 – JJ and Tess O’ Brien, Teresa and Michael Hegarty with Eddie

95 – Rachel Goggin with Eddie

98/99 – Eddie signs his autobiography for young fans

403 – Liam & Kathleen Coveney, Leah Broderick, Saoirse and Éimhín Dewan with Eddie

405 – Niamh, Fergus and Eileen Quill with Eddie

408 – Teresa and Billy Collins with Eddie

415 – John Fitzgibbon with Eddie

416 – Bill Twamley with Eddie

417 – Ken, Sarah and Killian Healy with Eddie

423 – Carmel O’ Halloran with Eddie

427 – Anna-May O’ Brien with Eddie

432 – 85 year old Mary Dunne from Portarlington, Co. Laois with her daughter Paula and family chats with Eddie O’ Sullivan

437 – Read & Write shop owner Tony Glavin with Ger and Pat Motherway and Eddie O’ Sullivan

440 – Read & Write shop owner Tony Glavin with Eddie O’ Sullivan

442 – The O’ Flaherty Family with Eddie

443 – Kieran O’ Keeffe with Eddie

447 – Eddie O’ Sullivan with the rugby backline Paddy Lane, Colin Broderick and Charlie O’ Neill

449 – Colin Broderick with Eddie

452 – Eddie O’ Sullivan with fans

457 – Eddie with Thomas and Mary Clohessy

458 – Pat Lynch with Eddie

459 – Joy Bryan with Eddie

461 – Carmel Cooper and daughters Millie and Ciara with Eddie

465 – Remy Bernard with Eddie

466 – Joan Cashman with Eddie

468 – Mary Kenefick with Eddie

470 – Brian, Dara, Sarah and Aaron Murphy with Eddie

472 – Ger and Catherine Swayne

473 – Eddie with Paul Kenny and Seán de Paor

476 – Anne Anglesey from Tallow, Co. Waterford with Eddie

478 – Alicia and Seán O’ Brien with Eddie

479 – Eddie with Dara Murphy and Tony Glavin from Read & Write

483 – Eddie O’ Sullivan in conversation with Cork Amnesty Group Co-Ordinator Jay Flavin

484 – Evan Kennedy and Fionn Kenneally with Eddie

491 – Eddie O’ Sullivan delighted in the company of the friendly staff of the Read & Write shop Mary Heffernan, Joan Cashman, Breeda O’ Sullivan, Dara Murphy, Angela Cronin and Mary Kenefick

494 – Conor Finn and Kelly O’ Sullivan with Eddie

497 – Eddie O’ Sullivan with his family

499 – Pat McMahon with Eddie

501 – Eddie’s No. 1 fan Beverley O’ Brien and her mother Mary at the booksigning

YOUGHAL IS, perhaps, best known for its five miles of uncluttered beaches.  The beaches, however, even though a huge part of our town, are not the only attraction which the town of Youghal can boast.   The history of the town, which is the second oldest town in Ireland next to Kinsale, is amazing and among the different historical buildings is the Benedictine Priory, Tyntes Castle, and the Alms Houses.  Coupled with these, Youghal is home to the most wonderful docks and old warehouses which bear witness to Youghal’s maritime past.   The Town Walls are situated high about the town and one can visualise what Youghal must have looked like back in the 13th century when places such as Raheen Park, Sarsfield Terrace and all the housing beyond for miles were mere fields.  Just below the walls, St Mary’s Collegiate Church has the most extensive medieval gardens, and right next door is Myrtle Grove which is the former home of Walter Raleigh.  Denise FitzGerald Reports/Photo Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

Coupled with this historic panorama, the town of Youghal itself is a modern, interesting and unusual town with colourful shops, pubs and restaurants with old lanes leading from the Main Street in both directions – one side leading to the sea and the river Blackwater,  and the other climbing high from the street, at the top of which are the most wonderful views of the Bay and River.

Approximately seven years ago, a group of dedicated people from the Youghal area, who share a passion for the wealth of our heritage, formed a voluntary committee with a view to showcasing the wonderful gem which is Youghal.   In 2002 a meeting was arranged  with  Dr, Dagmar Ui Riain – Raedel of Dept.of History ,UCC and a decision was taken to hold a week of events culminating in a conference and field trip.   One of the results of the field trip was that it exposed the international importance of nearby Molana Abbey, and this attracted many people and several Oxford University scholars.    The Conference was so successful that it was decided to continue on for the following year at least.   The Group were delighted and honoured that Dagmar joined the Committee and is now Conference Director.

On Thursday night last in the Mall Arts Centre, Youghal Celebrates History launched  their 7th Conference, which will take place from September 25th to September 27th inclusive at the Mall Arts Centre and the theme for 2009 is “The River Blackwater, Historic Houses and Landscapes”.   Attendees will be treated to thought provoking and entertaining lectures by eminent speakers who will share their knowledge and insights into the role of the Blackwater in Irish history, past, present and future.  The conference Dinner will be held on Saturday night, September 26th at the Red Store, North Main Street,  and numbers are limited.  The Conference will culminate with a river trip on the Blackwater to Dromana House.   The Youghal Ceoltas Group will entertain during lunch on the day.

The attendance on Thursday night last was large and enthusiastic, and excitement was high in anticipation of the event.   Dr. Dagmar Ui Riain – Raedel, who was introduced by John Kelly, spoke eloquently on Youghal Celebrates History, and was loud in her praise of the tremendous work of the committee, which is made up of Seamus Lantry, David Kelly, Sheelagh Morehan, Helen Keane, Claire Hynes, Deirdre Kelly, Tom Mc Carthy, Breeda Phillips, Sheila Loughnan, Mary O Callaghan and Helen Keane, all of whom work together with efficiency and enjoyment.   There can be no doubt that, in the seven years of their existence, these people have contributed hugely towards the Bord Fáilte designation of Youghal as a Heritage town, and the Youghal Town Atlas, and congratulations are extended to each one.

Thanks are extended to sponsors over the years for their generosity. We are particularly indebted to Youghal Town Council and the people of Youghal for their continued support and generosity. Special thanks this year to Maróg and Sally O’Brien, and Kay Harte of Farm Gate, Midleton and Cork, who provide the superb food, and to Ken Brookes of SuperValu Youghal for the fine wine.
All are welcome at the Conference, and early booking is advisable.

Web ; youghalcelebrateshistory.com
Email : ytta@eircom.net
Phone : (00353) 087 9666554
or write : Youghal Celebrates History, St Mary’s College, Emmet Place, Youghal Co.Cork

Click on image to see the launch of the 7th annual Youghal Celebrates History at the Mall Arts Centre – Photo Michael Hussey www.youghalonline.com

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74 Breeda Phillips with her son John and daughter Siobhan at the launch

75 Helen Mackessy, Michael Beecher and Sheila Moreham
77 Sally O’Brien
78 Frankie Mills, Noel Cronin and Sean Noonan
80 Michelle Hennessy and Mayor Sandra McLellan
81 Tom McCarthy, Barbara Murray and Cliff Winser
82 Catherine Kelly and Rhiannon Carey Bates from the Youghal heritage committee
87 Marian O’Halloran and Catherine Desmond
88 89 Rhiannon Carey Bates, Catherine Desmond, Mayor Sandra McLellan and Marian O’Halloran
91 Mervyn Scott with Margaret and Eoin Crowley
93 Dagmar O’Riain and Kay Donnelly
95 Micheal and Helen de Buitleir
98 Seamus Langtry and Sheila Moreham

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209 John Kelly
210 Dagmar O’Riain
218 Catryn Power and Kay Donnelly
220 Kathleen McSweeney, Helen Mackessy and Stacy Quillivan
223 Tom McCarthy, Emily Villier Stuart, Dagmar O’Riain and John Kelly
234 Tony Gallagher and Helen Keane