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The 42
13-06-2025
- Sport
- The 42
Run from halfway and finish from Meekison has Bohs sitting pretty in second
Cork City 0 Bohemians 2 SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division BOHEMIAN'S CHARGE UP the Premier Division table continued by cruising to a comfortable victory away to Cork City. First-half goals from Archie Meekison and Dayle Rooney saw the Gypsies move above Drogheda United into second. They remain six points adrift of Shamrock Rovers. Dunfermline United manager Neil Lennon and Chesterfield chief Paul Cook watched on among the 3,215 crowd at Turner's Cross. The home supporters weren't happy as they greeted the full-time whistle with a chorus of boos. The hosts looked like they were still on a mid-season break as their winless run extended to eight games. They remain one point above bottom side Sligo Rovers, who have a game in hand. Ger Nash broke new ground as, for the first time this season, City named an unchanged side. There were changes on the bench, though. After 17 years in England, David Meyler had his homecoming as Nash's new assistant manager. Meanwhile, club stalwart Mark McNulty slotted in as goalkeeping coach. Alan Reynolds opted for one change as Leigh Kavanagh replaced Rob Cornwall in defence. Advertisement The Bohs boss felt his side had, 'something to prove against Cork,' after their late defeat at the Cross in February. They accomplished that mission by stretching their good form to eight wins in 10 games. Departing Crystal Palace loanee Seán Grehan and Kavanagh were dominant at the back. Kavanagh's diagonal ball created the first chance for Meekison. The Scottish winger had all the time in the world to pick his spot, but fluffed his shot off target. When the chance came again, he showed bundles more composure. The opportunity arrived in the 11th minute from Rooney's long clearance. Darragh Crowley's heavy touch presented Meekison with a clear run from halfway. He went around Tein Troost twice on his mazy run before rolling home his first goal of the season. With City's hopes of a first clean sheet of 2025 extinguished, the one-way traffic continued. Kavanagh's outside-of-the-boot flick from a corner forced Troost into an acrobatic save. Then, Rooney's wonderful chip floated just wide. City only had one shot in the first half. They should have scored it, too. Josh Fitzpatrick's cross found its way to Cathal O'Sullivan, but the Premier League-linked teenager headed wide. Bohs carved City open twice down the left in the closing stages. From the first of those, Adam McDonnell's shot was blocked away by Freddie Anderson as Bohs protested for handball. They made the next one count. McDonnell turned Anderson, Ross Tierney's shot ran across goal, and Rooney was left with the simplest of tap-ins for his third goal in four games. It could've been three before the break, but McDonnell curled around the post. Troost produced another super save on the resumption. Rooney gave the return ball to Tierney, who looked certain to score, until the keeper reached back across to save. Tierney had another chance moments later, which Anderson slid across to block. City had a couple of penalty appeals waved away. Seani Maguire tumbled over in the box, but Paul Norton gave the free-kick to Kavanagh. Then, Jordan Flores came through the back of O'Sullivan and was lucky to escape without any punishment. Half-time substitute Kitt Nelson and O'Sullivan flashed shots over the bar as City tried to build momentum. Maguire had the next opening, but Flores deflected his shot behind. City produced precious little in the final 20 minutes as Dawson Devoy came closest to adding a third, denied by Troost. Cork City: Tein Troost; Milan Mbeng, Freddie Anderson, Charlie Lyons, Darragh Crowley (Kitt Nelson 46); Cathal O'Sullivan, Seán Murray (Greg Bolger 53), Evan McLaughlin (Rio Shipston 71), Josh Fitzpatrick; Seani Maguire (Malik Dijksteel 75), Djenairo Daniels. Bohemians: Kacper Chorazka; Niall Morahan, Seán Grehan, Leigh Kavanagh (Rob Cornwall 80), Jordan Flores; Dawson Devoy, Adam McDonnell (Keith Buckley 73); Dayle Rooney, Ross Tierney (James McManus 80), Archie Meekison (Rhys Brennan 73); James Clarke (Colm Whelan 73). Referee: Paul Norton (Dublin).
RTÉ News
13-06-2025
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Bohemians up to second after comfortable victory in Cork
Bohemians' charge up the Premier Division table continued as they cruised to a comfortable victory away to Cork City. First-half goals from Archie Meekison and Dayle Rooney saw the Gypsies move above Drogheda United into second. They remain six points adrift of Shamrock Rovers. Dunfermline United manager Neil Lennon and Chesterfield chief Paul Cook watched on among the 3,215 crowd at Turner's Cross. The home supporters weren't happy as they greeted the full-time whistle with a chorus of boos The hosts looked like they were still on a mid-season break as their winless run extended to eight games. They remain one point above bottom side Sligo Rovers, who have a game in hand. Ger Nash broke new ground as, for the first time this season, City named an unchanged side. There were changes on the bench, though. After 17 years in England, David Meyler had his homecoming as Nash's new assistant manager. Meanwhile, club stalwart Mark McNulty slotted in as goalkeeping coach. Alan Reynolds opted for one change as Leigh Kavanagh replaced Rob Cornwall in defence. The Bohs boss felt his side had "something to prove against Cork" after their late defeat at the Cross in February. They accomplished that mission by stretching their good form to eight wins in 10 games. Departing Crystal Palace loanee Seán Grehan and Kavanagh were dominant at the back. Kavanagh's diagonal ball created the first chance for Meekison. The Scottish winger had all the time in the world to pick his spot, but fluffed his shot off target. When the chance came again, he showed bundles more composure. The opportunity arrived in the 11th minute from Rooney's long clearance. Darragh Crowley's heavy touch presented Meekison with a clear run from halfway. He went around Tein Troost twice on his mazy run before rolling home his first goal of the season. With City's hopes of a first clean sheet of 2025 extinguished, the one-way traffic continued. Kavanagh's outside-of-the-boot flick from a corner forced Troost into an acrobatic save. Then, Rooney's wonderful chip floated just wide. Cork only had one shot in the first half. They should have scored it, too. Josh Fitzpatrick's cross found its way to Cathal O'Sullivan, but the Premier League-linked teenager headed wide. Bohs carved City open twice down the left in the closing stages. From the first of those, Adam McDonnell's shot was blocked away by Freddie Anderson as Bohs protested for handball. They made the next one count. McDonnell turned Anderson, Ross Tierney's shot ran across goal, and Rooney was left with the simplest of tap-ins for his third goal in four games. It could have been three before the break, but McDonnell curled around the post. Troost produced another super save on the resumption. Rooney gave the return ball to Tierney, who looked certain to score, until the keeper reached back across to save. Tierney had another chance moments later, which Anderson slid across to block. City had a couple of penalty appeals waved away. Seanie Maguire tumbled over in the box, but Paul Norton gave the free-kick to Kavanagh. Then, Jordan Flores came through the back of O'Sullivan and was lucky to escape without any punishment. Half-time substitute Kitt Nelson and O'Sullivan flashed shots over the bar as City tried to build momentum. Maguire had the next opening, but Flores deflected his shot behind. City produced precious little in the final 20 minutes as Dawson Devoy came closest to adding a third, denied by Troost. Cork City: Tein Troost; Milan Mbeng, Freddie Anderson, Charlie Lyons, Darragh Crowley (Kitt Nelson 46); Cathal O'Sullivan, Seán Murray (Greg Bolger 53), Evan McLaughlin (Rio Shipston 71), Josh Fitzpatrick; Seani Maguire (Malik Dijksteel 75), Djenairo Daniels. Bohemians: Kacper Chorazka; Niall Morahan, Seán Grehan, Leigh Kavanagh (Rob Cornwall 80), Jordan Flores; Dawson Devoy, Adam McDonnell (Keith Buckley 73); Dayle Rooney, Ross Tierney (James McManus 80), Archie Meekison (Rhys Brennan 73); James Clarke (Colm Whelan 73).
Sunday World
12-06-2025
- Sunday World
Garda grabbed by testicles by prisoner had struggled to have baby, court told
The court heard the victim and his partner had been trying for a baby at the time of the assault, and the victim believed this incident had affected him. A garda whose testicles were grabbed by a prisoner in a garda station had been trying for a baby and believed the assault had affected his ability to have a child, a court has heard. Defendant Neil Waters (42) could not recall doing what he did, his lawyer said. Judge David McHugh said what had happened to the garda had been quite significant. Judge McHugh ordered Waters to complete 100 hours of community service in lieu of three months in prison. The defendant, of Maynooth Road, Celbridge, Co Kildare, admitted threatening and abusive behaviour at Main Street in Celbridge, and assaulting a peace officer, on March 19, 2024. Stock image Today's News in 90 Seconds - June 12 2025 Sergeant Noel Kavanagh told Blanchardstown District Court gardaí were called to the Kildrought Lounge following reports of an incident. Sgt Kavanagh said Waters was verbally threatening towards staff and gardaí at the scene. He was arrested and taken back to the garda station. Sgt Kavanagh said he was in the station when he heard a commotion, and he went to investigate. As Waters was being placed in a cell, he was being noisy, and when he saw Sgt Kavanagh he turned and went for him. Sgt Kavanagh said gardaí pushed Waters back and he fell to the ground, and as he did so he rugby-tackled the injured party. Officers then went to help Waters up, but at this point he grabbed the victim by the testicles. The garda's legs buckled, and he tried to pull Waters's hands away. Sgt Kavanagh said that when the victim was clear of Waters, he fell to his knees with the pain. He said the garda did not wish to make a victim-impact statement. However, the court heard the victim and his partner had been trying for a baby at the time of the assault, and the victim believed this incident had affected him. The court heard Waters had five previous convictions, for minor road matters. Defence solicitor John O'Doherty said Waters wished to apologise for his behaviour. Waters knows he was abusive and out of control, but he cannot recall doing what he did to the garda, the solicitor said. A medical report on the garda's injuries was handed into court. Mr O'Doherty said it was impossible for medics to say if there was a full correlation between the assault and the garda's difficulties, but it 'didn't help the situation'. Mr O'Doherty also said Waters was a qualified electrician, and his partner was in court to support him.
Ottawa Citizen
29-05-2025
- Politics
- Ottawa Citizen
‘It's not too late': city councillor wants to stop Tewin expansion plans
A city councillor wants council to revisit its 2021 decision to bring Tewin lands into Ottawa's urban boundary, a move she says was rushed, costly and based on lack of consultation with indigenous communities. Article content Article content Coun. Theresa Kavanagh recently introduced a motion to reverse the 2021 decision that brought the Taggart Group and Algonquins of Ontario-led development into Ottawa. She later withdrew the motion, citing the absence of a representative from Osgoode ward, where the project will be built. Kavanagh said she would reintroduce the motion when the Osgoode seat is filled. Article content Article content Kavanagh said the development was originally rejected by city planning staff because it didn't meet the city's planning priorities and was too far away and isolated. Article content Article content 'The clay soil is usually problematic, and it would cost a lot of money to put in infrastructure and transit to such an area,' she said. Article content Tom Ledgley, coordinator at Horizon Ottawa, said that while more housing is needed in the city, Tewin is not the way to do it. Article content 'We definitely don't disagree that more housing needs to be built,' he said. 'But this is not a dense housing development. It's not happening near existing services. And there aren't really many strong promises about this being like deeply affordable housing.' Article content In a written statement by Taggart, they said that Tewin 'is being planned to evolve alongside new investments in public infrastructure, including roads, utilities, and transit.' Article content Article content 'As growth occurs, services and amenities will be phased in to support residents with access to employment, education, healthcare, and recreation, all within a walkable, transit-ready urban fabric.' Article content Article content The statement added that Tewin is in response to 'Ottawa's housing supply pressures.' Article content Kavanagh also raised concerns about how the project was framed as a partnership with First Nations. Article content 'This project claimed it was working in conjunction with First Nations. And it turned out that this was bogus,' she said. 'The true First Nations representatives were very angry and have always been opposed to Tewin.' Article content Article content The Tewin development is a joint venture between the Algonquins of Ontario (AOO) and the Taggart Group, a private Ottawa-based developer. When the project was first introduced, it was promoted by some councillors and city officials as an act of reconciliation, citing the involvement of the AOO.
The Irish Sun
26-05-2025
- The Irish Sun
‘Thought he was untouchable' – Mob godfather Kavanagh faces €1m mansion seizure after kingpin caged over €36m drug op
CAGED mob godfather Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh will discover next month if he's lost his €1m mansion. 6 Thomas Kavanagh is at risk of losing his €1million mansion in the UK Credit: PA:Press Association 6 The UK's National Crime Agency set to present a case that will strip Thomas' home away in court Credit: Refer to Caption 6 New evidence about the cartel party came to light during the investigation Credit: Collect image through journalist Along with his plush pad in Tamworth, investigators will also argue that €40,000 in cash and €250,000 worth of jewellery were bought with the proceeds of If Kavanagh loses the case, his wife Joanne, 50, who's not involved in crime and is the sister of 2016 Regency Hotel shooting victim David Byrne, is expected to leave the fortified mansion in England and return to her native Crumlin, The case is going ahead as Kavanagh continues to serve the 21-year sentence he received for running a €36million His last appearance in court was last year when he received a six-year sentence — to run alongside his current term — for smuggling weapons that included seven machine guns, three automatic handguns, an assault rifle and ammunition. READ MORE ON KAVANAGH Kavanagh — who was the CEO of the His son Jack, 23, brother-in-law Ahead of the kingpin's upcoming court appearance in Ipswich, we spoke to one investigator about Kavanagh's fallen empire. They told us: 'The only reason Kavanagh moved to the Most read in Irish News 'He thought he was untouchable, but his criminal empire is now in ruins. When he eventually comes out of prison, he won't have much and his position in organised crime will also be in tatters.' Devastated daughter slams Kinahan quartermaster for 'destroying' family as role in innocent grandad's murder revealed They added: 'Bomber Kavanagh is now seen as toxic because he was willing to give up those guns to protect himself and ended up getting his son, brother-in-law and best friend a conviction over it.' CARTEL PARTY And, as part of our revelations on ongoing efforts to dismantle Kavanagh's empire, we also reveal new details of the cartel party held at the height of the deadly Kinahan and An exclusive CCTV image shows cartel gun runner Liam Byrne arriving in his luxury Range Rover at the gathering at Greeted by Kavanagh's runner Gary Vickery, 42, who is now serving a 20-year sentence for his role in Kavanagh's drug smuggling plot, Byrne would stay at the luxury hotel for two nights. Following Byrne's arrival for the cartel's Another CCTV image shows Kavanagh arriving, as his associates waited on him. Other senior figures who were present included Declan 'Mr Nobody' Brady, 59, They were joined by Byrne's cousin Liam Roe, 45, and his dad James 'Jaws' Byrne, 76. ARMS DEPOT RAID The gathering was held just a week before innocent grandad Noel Kirwan, 62, was shot dead by a cartel hitman. Other associates included Kavanagh's business partners in the UK and a senior figure with the McCarthy/Dundon crime gang. The event was held just one month before investigators raided the arms depot Brady was running at the Greenogue Industrial Unit. During their two-day stay at the hotel, Gary Vickery had responsibility for arranging 18 rooms and forked out over €12,000. Vickery stayed in room 2303 and spent €2,689 during his stay. He was also hit with a €200 parking fine after his associates parked on double yellow lines, and spent €336 on his room service bill. The footage was later obtained by the NCA under 'Operation Hornstay' and sent on to the 'ONGOING ACTIVITIES' Former Detective Inspector Noel Browne — who was previously the Gardai's liaison officer in Mr Browne told us: 'We were liaising very closely with our colleagues in the NCA at the time, and provided them with information on who was present at that meeting. "We believed that gathering was used as a way for the criminal organisation to discuss their ongoing activities. 'We don't know what was discussed at the meeting, but we know now that it happened just a number of days before Mr Kirwan was murdered, and we know 'They were in full flow when that meeting took place, and it was only a month later that we discovered their arms depot at Greenogue.' 'AGM' OF CRIME GROUP We also spoke to an NCA investigator, who told us: 'This Christmas Party allowed us to identify the wider group. I would call it the AGM of this crime group. 'We gathered evidence around what was effectively the organised crime group's Christmas do. 'A number of prominent criminals from both Dublin and the UK all came together and the full cost was paid in cash by Gary Vickery. 'It was very obvious that Thomas Kavanagh had a really high profile and standing within this group of criminals. That meeting showed that this group were making lots of money and that they wanted to come together to discuss their criminality.' Since the party, Kavanagh, Brady and Vickery remain in prison. Liam Byrne was released from his five-year gun-running sentence and remains under a Serious Crime Prevention Order. Both James Byrne and Liam Roe have since died, while Sean McGovern is fighting extradition to Ireland from the UK after he was arrested in 6 David Byrne was shot dead in an attack at the Regency Hotel in 2016 Credit: Refer to Caption 6 Liam Byrne was spotted arriving at the cartel party on the CCTV Credit: Social Media Collect 6 Gary Vickery is serving a 20-year sentence for his role in Kavanagh's drug smuggling plot Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk
