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Blues Look To Start 2nd Series On The Right Foot

After disappointment at Jackman Park at the weekend, where they were somewhat unlucky not to have come away with something to show for their endeavours, United will be looking to make a flying start to the second series of league matches when they travel to Athlone Town on Saturday next. The Blues are unbeaten at Lissywoollen in their last five visits to the Midlands ground, but each result has been very hard-earned, and this weekend promises to be no different. A full game under the belts for the returning front pair of Willie John Kiely and Paul Murphy can only help preparations as United plot a winning start to Series Two.

FAI Cup Local Derby

The draw for the third round of the FAI Ford Cup made live on the MNS programme on

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Blues lose in Limerick again

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After winning two games on the bounce, Waterford United returned to losing form in Jackman Park on Friday night. They have now lost four of their last six games, but are only seven points behind second placed Cork City. Scoring goals is a major problem. Seven goals from ten games played tells its own sorry tale. On Easter Monday, Waterford also lose one nil to Limerick at the same venue in the League Cup.

In a game that started brightly, the visitors had the first real ilt edged opportunity. Pat Purcell, miscued his header, letting Paul Murphy through one-on-one. But his effort was poor, and the strike fell wide of the post. Waterford would regret that spurned chance, as they were few and far between.

Limerick's play, while technical, seemed to really

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BY BRIAN HENNESSY

The Irish Show Jumping team pulled off an incredible result to win the opening leg of the FEI Superleague Nations Cup Series at La Baule in France on Friday last. Two hundred thousand euro in prize money was up for grabs in this the first round of the prestigious eight-stage circuit which includes the Aga Khan competition at the Dublin Horse Show in August.

Lying joint second at the halfway point, Ireland overtook early leaders Belgium thanks to four fault scores from Kanturk's Shane Sweetnam riding 'Amaretto Darco' and Carrigaline's Billy Twomey with Romanov, along with a brilliant clear round from Cian O Connor and the Irish bred Larkhill Cruiser. Mayo's Cameron Hanley jumped clear in round one with Southwind VDL and provided the discard score second time out. This left Ireland on 13 faults and when last man

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Aglish Gymkhana thrills spectators as huge crowds flock to showpiece event

BY BRIAN HENNESSY

At a time when many sporting events are facing dwindling attendances, the annual Aglish Charity Gymkhana bucked the trend last Sunday as a huge crowd of competitors and more importantly spectators, descended on the picturesque showground's at Killmolash in Cappoquin for a jam packed day of true entertainment. Not resting on its laurels after being named Ireland's 'National Show Of The Year' in 2010, The Aglish Gymkhana committee pulled out all the stops and once again made huge improvements across the board to deliver what must rank as one of the most successful shows in its 45 year history.

Jumping in the main arena got underway with the 'Lissava Stud' 1.20m where Eoin McMahon from Crathloe Co Clare who, at sixteen years of age is still competing in the

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Aglish Gymkhana thrills spectators as huge crowds flock to showpiece event

BY BRIAN HENNESSY

At a time when many sporting events are facing dwindling attendances, the annual Aglish Charity Gymkhana bucked the trend last Sunday as a huge crowd of competitors and more importantly spectators, descended on the picturesque showground's at Killmolash in Cappoquin for a jam packed day of true entertainment. Not resting on its laurels after being named Ireland's 'National Show Of The Year' in 2010, The Aglish Gymkhana committee pulled out all the stops and once again made huge improvements across the board to deliver what must rank as one of the most successful shows in its 45 year history.

Jumping in the main arena got underway with the 'Lissava Stud' 1.20m where Eoin McMahon from Crathloe Co Clare who, at sixteen years of

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Some of Waterford's leading business women have been short-listed for the Waterford Network Women in Business awards, which will take place at the Tower Hotel on Thursday, May 26th.

At the lunch time event, Mayor of Waterford, Cllr Mary Roche will be presented with the Honorary Trish Murphy Award, while Regina Mangan, bookaroom.ie, Marcella Meagher, Swift Print and My Waterford Magazine and Dr Eithne Brenner, The Brenner Clinic, will battle it out for the coveted Network Waterford Business Woman (self-employed) of the Year.

Also up for awards are Jennifer Coady, Beautilicious and Joanne Quinn, Pink Lotus Therapies, who have been nominated for Businesswoman of the Year (New Business), while Danielle MacCormack, Foxy Chopper and Catherine Keighery, Redlane will contest the Excellence in Retail award.

Gillian Kavanagh of Waterford Hospice and Deirdre Tynan,

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Waterford Area Partnership has appointed Mr Fran Gleeson to a new role of Co-ordinator for Waterford City's Suicide Prevention Action Plan.

This Action Plan was formally adopted by the Waterford City Development Board and launched in 2008 following a series of consultations amongst the city-wide community.

Fran was welcomed to his new role by the Mayor of Waterford, Cllr. Mary Roche. The Mayor thanked all those who have worked tirelessly over the last number of years to bring this Action Plan to fruition adding that "suicide prevention is an important public health issue for us here in Waterford, and is everyone's responsibility". She commended the Partnership for developing such a role.

Fran comes from a background in mental health, and brings a wide range of experience to his new role, having also worked for a number of years in the area of suicide

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On Friday last, the Mayor Councillor Mary Roche hosted over 60 amateur photographers for the launch of a new coffee table photobook featuring images from Waterford City and County.

The majority of the images featured in the book are from amateur photographers in Waterford who entered last year's Picture the Experience photo competition run by Waterford City Council. A number of the more established photographers in the city also kindly supplied images to help showcase all Waterford has to offer. The images in the photobook feature images of the city, the countryside, coast, the city's festivals and the

people of Waterford.

At the launch the Mayor outlined how useful the book has already been in selling Waterford as it was given as a gift to a number of the business people

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Mr. Paul Connors, National Communications Director, HSE has written to all media outlets stating that from May 9 last the HSE will no longer provide media outlets with individual patient information. i e condition checks.

He said that the Data Commissioner's Office supports this view and quotes:

"The confidentiality of patient records forms part of the ancient Hippocratic Oath, and is central to the ethical tradition of medicine and health care. This tradition of confidentiality is in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003, under which personal data must be obtained for a specified purpose, and must not be disclosed to any third party except in a manner compatible with that purpose."

Information on fatalities will be continued to be announced by An Garda Siochana.

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The following statement by Mr. Donal Ormonde, Chairman of the Governing Body of Waterford Insitutute of Technology:

"The Governing Body of Waterford Institute of Technology has sought an independent review of the spending which has come to light through freedom of information requests. Accountancy firm Deloitte has been asked to undertake the review as a matter of immediate urgency. Deloitte's review will be considered by the Governing Body once it becomes available.

The Governing Body will decide on foot of the review if spending procedures at the Institute require new definition, scope or reporting arrangements. If new policies are required, these will be put in place immediately. It is my intention that the Institute expenditures will be appropriate and in line with best practice to ensure value for money and safeguarding the use of public funds".

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Fine Gael Waterford Deputy, Paudie Coffey TD, has welcomed the announcement that the Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government, Phil Hogan TD, is to make €350,000 available to local authorities to run Civic Responsibility Week, €20,000 of which has been earmarked for Waterford.

"It is now more important than ever to ensure that our towns and villages are in tiptop shape so that tourism is encouraged ahead of the busy summer season and the arrival of Queen Elizabeth and President Obama later this month. And this one-off grant of €20,000 for Waterford allocated for Civic Responsibility Week, which runs from 9th to 15th May, offers us a great opportunity to do just that.

"The upcoming visits of international heads of State will put Ireland in the spotlight of international media attention like never before. They present us with a unique

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Ciara Conway, labour TD

The need for investment in Mental Health services for young people is being highlighted by Ciara Conway, the newly-elected Labour Party TD for Waterford.

Deputy Conway has been speaking on the need for specialised services for teenagers with mental health difficulties during a debate in the Dáil on Suicide Prevention

"For too long there's been a problem with how under 18's with serious mental health issues are treated," said Deputy Conway. " Too often 16 and 17 year olds with issues like depression are being sent to Adult Psychiatric Units, which can be an intimidating experience for teenagers- plus , they don't get the appropriate services that they need."

The former HSE Social worker has also noted that a recent report found that in some cases , teenagers with social or behavioural problems- but no mental health issue -are being

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It is with deep regret that we record the untimely death of Sandra 'Sandie' O'Sullivan, Clarinwood, Tramore, County Waterford. Aged 37 years, Sandie passed away at Waterford Regional Hospital on Friday, April 15th following a long illness bravely borne.

Her remains were removed from WRH to the Church of the Holy Cross, Tramore, on the Sunday which, poignantly, was Sandie's birthday. They were received by Fr Michael Twomey, CC, and Requiem Mass was celebrated the following day by Fr Twomey followed by interment at St Mary's cemetery, Ballygunner.

She is survived by her sons, Alex (13) and Lee (12); her brothers, Jamie and David; sister, Amanda; and by her loving parents, Jim and Kay.

During the Requiem Mass, objects reflecting Sandie's interests were brought to the altar by members of her family, a theatre programme, a microphone, a DIY book and an unfinished

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At the launch of the Credit Union National GR8 Savers Week, 9th- 15th May 2011, St Dominic Credit Union has outlined the critical need to provide children with a healthy attitude to money and saving.

Commenting on the launch Joe Busher, Manager of St Dominic Credit Union said "Given the harsh economic reality facing many Irish families today, there has never been a more important time to focus on providing financial education to our young people. A healthy attitude towards money is crucial to ensure that children don't develop bad habits when it comes to money management. Studies have shown that the development of a saving habit at a young age results in that healthy attitude to money staying with the person through to adult life".

He went on to say "The benefits of teaching children about money early on are both

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The Alzheimer Society in Waterford have Flag Days coming up in the city next week on Wednesday and Thursday May 18th and 19th and are seeking the help of adults to collect for an hour or two either day, Contact place is Pine Grove Centre, Passage Road Waterford or phone 856831.

The Society thanks those that supported their Tea Day in "St Anne's Tennis Club" last week and the Club for the facility, they also thank those that supported the Table Quiz in "The Cove Bar" recently and Tom Drohan and his staff at "The Cove."

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