President Michael D Higgins visited Clonakilty today, 5th May 2013, on the occasion of the 400th anniversary of the granting of the town charter. Welcomed by people and politicians he gave a stirring speech in the newly refurbished Emmet Square in which he praised the town for its community spirit and music.
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| President Michael D chews the beef with CFE members Vic and Deb |
Singling out the Fair Trade movement, Random Acts of Kindness Festival, Tidy Towns and the Clonakilty Favour Exchange he praised the people of Clonakilty for harnessing the strength that comes from helping each other. Quoting local boy made good Henry Ford of Ballinascarthy he said
“Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.”![]() |
| You look like the Saxy Lady Boys |
More pics of the day here
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Plus a great write up and more pics here on Irish National online magazine Broadsheet
