By Dan Walsh
An attendance of more than 200 attended a Civic Reception organised by New Ross Municipal District in the Brandon House Hotel recently where 18 individuals/groups from the district previously nominated and endorsed by the members of New Ross Municipal District were honoured.
Presentations of a framed, newly commissioned, bronze piece depicting the New Ross crest were presented by the New Ross councillors to each recipient.
Speaking at the event, Cathaoirleach of New Ross Municipal District, Cllr Anthony Connick, described “a fantastic opportunity to showcase and recognise excellence in sporting achievements of the sportsmen and sportswomen of the district, whilst it is also fitting to express gratitude and appreciation of the vast number of superb volunteers and community groups for their tireless efforts in serving their communities.”
The full list of the recipients honoured with a Civic Award are as follows…
EXCELLENCE IN SPORT: New Ross Rugby Club – Ladies Team, New Ross Boat Club, Sean Lyng, Ballycullane Ploughing Association, Gusserane Ladies Football Team, Michael (Mikey) Kent, Geraldine O’Hanrahan’s GAA Club – Poc Fada Winners, Derek Roche, New Ross Rugby Club – Junior Team (under 16 boys), Kai Butler, Evan Bailey and Denny Bookle.
EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY; Alan Bailey, Rathnure Pantomime Society, Cloughbawn FC, Clonroche Poulpeasty Meals on Wheels, Rathgarogue Community Cooperative Society and Courtnacuddy Development Group.
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