1995/96

Michael Walsh was President in the year 1995/96, while John Coade completed his third year as Secretary.

An early activity in the year was an outing to Cahir and Fethard for 50 residents of Carriglea Training Centre. They were accompanied by several members, led by our President.

Talent from West Waterford was very much in evidence at the regional finals of the Over 55s Talent Competition in Waterford. Again plenty of support travelled, including several Lions members. On the other end of the scale, the Club's representative took 2nd place in the District Youth Award.

Again the annual Halloween Cabaret was held with over 400 people attending, and contributing £1,500 for the Club charities.

The Christmas Appeal, this year raised £22,000. Food and fuel was distributed, with the assistance of Lions members and our partners, to deserving people in Dungarvan and West Waterford.

On the support side, in addition to our normal help to the community, we sponsored an invalid on the Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes.

Hospital visits continued throughout the year to Dungarvan and St. Carthage's in Lismore.

This year saw the passing of one of our long standing members, Matt English. May he rest in peace.