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November 2017


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Youghal Post Office Will Not Close Despite Rumours – O’Keeffe


FIANNA Fáil TD for Cork East, Kevin O’Keeffe has said that despite local rumours, he is con- fident about the fu- ture of Youghal Post Office. Deputy O’Keeffe was commenting after receiv- ing an update from An Post that confirmed that while there may be some service changes at the post office, it will not be closing. “I was informed by the


Public Affairs Manager for the company that the management of Youghal Post Office will move from An Post to a 3rd ty contractor.


par- “In addition, An Post


confirmed that ‘The change in business model of the Youghal office at North main Street will not in any way change the range or extent of the services offered by An Post. We remain commit- ted to providing Youghal with the highest level of services for the future.’ “This is welcome news,


and while there are chal- lenges with regards to the overall An Post network, and potential closures, it is clear that there is no risk to Youghal Post Of- fice.


“Very few post offices


are, in fact, run by An Post directly. Just 50 of


the national 1125 post offices are run by An Post, with the vast ma- jority being run by con- tractors. “There are


those in the area trying to stoke fears


up about


this post of- fice, but there is no basis to such fears “My par-


ty is clearly opposed


to


the unneces- sary closure of post offic- es, and has campaigned on this issue


Midleton and Area Chamber Encourage Shoppers to Shop Local and Support Local


by SEAMUS WHELEHAN


Saturday 18 Novem-


ber marks the official start to Midleton’s festive shopping season, as we compile our gift list and get into the Christmas shopping mood, Midle- ton and Area Chamber of Commerce are en- couraging residents to shop locally. Andrea Gunn Busi-


ness and Development Manager of the Midle- ton and Area Chamber of Commerce says while the gift of giving is im- portant so is the gift of buying local. “What you can find in Cork City you can prob-


ably find here locally. When people shop local- ly their euro is reinvested into the local economy, keeping people in the community and serving the families that we have here. Local independent operators in turn rein- vest that euro not only in maintaining jobs and wages but also invest in the community’s wellbe- ing.” Again this year the campaign will reward those who shop local will a free entry in a draw for every €20 spend, for a €500 and €250 shopping voucher and a series of €50 vouchers to spend in the January sales. According to IBEC


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the representative group of Irish retailers there is a lot of Christmas cheer to be spread this year. The organisation is


predicting a spend worth in the region of €4.5 bil- lion to the Irish econo- my.


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spending amongst Irish consumers is estimated at €1.5 billion, with al- most two thirds of on- line shoppers planning to spend up to €300 on presents. While the ability to


save a few euro is tempt- ing, it has a negative effect on the local econ- omy. Your local retailer has been here week in week


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out to help out with those last minute gift ideas. They’ve employed your next-door neigh- bour’s son, daughter or your niece or nephew. The retail business is


of vital importance to the Irish economy em- ploying over 275,000 people, making it about 14% of the total Irish work force. Without your support


the jobs at this time, and year round are not se- cure. “Late shoppers can


get all they want locally, secure in the knowledge that they have gifted prosperity to their local business.” commented Ms Gunn.


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at Midleton Park Hotel Tickets €25 Available in McCarthys Newsagents or contact Mary 086 2351332 or any committee member.


Dancing to Pat Burke


and Frank Raffle for a Christmas hamper ETC Everyone Welcome!


right across the country. Our opposition remains resolute and strong. “However, stoking up fears in communities,


such as Youghal, is unfair on the local communi- ty, and those doing so should desist,” conclud- ed O’Keeffe.


CORK COUNTY COUNCIL COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHORCAÍ


ARTS FUNDING 2018


Cork County Council invites applications for arts projects and activities that may be eligible for funding under the following grant assistance schemes in 2018.


1. ARTS GRANT SCHEME 2. ARTIST IN SCHOOLS SCHEME 3. IRISH LANGUAGE ARTS


4. ARTISTS’ FUNDING SCHEMES (open to practising artists only) A) ARTISTS’ CREATIVE BURSARY B) INTERNATIONAL TOURING AND EXHIBITION C) TYRONE GUTHRIE CENTRE BURSARY D) BALLINGLEN ARTS FOUNDATION BURSARY


The closing date for receipt of completed applications for all schemes is Friday, 8th December 2017.


For further information see www.corkcoco.ie or contact The Arts Office, Cork County Council, County Hall, Cork. Tel: 021 4346210; Email: arts@corkcoco.ie


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Midleton and District Active Retirement Association Annual Christmas Party Sunday 26th


1pm - 5:30pm November


Santa comes to Midleton on Saturday afternoon 18th November to launch the Christmas Shopping season. He will be accompanied by music and merriment and costumed elves and helpers to create a festive atmosphere.


Come along and enjoy Magical Midleton which will see Midleton gear up for Christmas with its unique shopping venues, food offerings and a chance to win a 500 Euro prize!


Midleton’s Christmas Lights will be turned on that evening.


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