It Says in The Bridge: September 2019
Indeed, there's a lot of photographic coverage all through the magazine of activities since the last issue in July. Such as the great day out at the inaugural Old Kilcullen Picnic, which is slated to become an annual event. The happy birthday celebrations of Mischa Fekete are also seen through the camera lens, as is the 17th running of the Mac & Norman Rally, raising again much needed funds in support of families hit by cancer.
However, perhaps the most poignant set of photographs are in the colour centre spread devoted to aspects of the life of the late Bernard Berney. These are part of tributes from both this magazine and from the Kilcullen Drama Group, both in which he was deeply embedded.
A new series for the Bridge is a '20 Questions' page, where said questions are asked of local people. It kicks off with Dawn Behan of Woodbine Books, and her answer to 'What colour is your toothbrush?' is classic.
A serious piece by a new contributor explains the major changes which a diagnosis of epilepsy will make to life, and the fact that the issue is not so uncommon as most people think will be a revelation to many.
In business stories we have Mary Masterson talking about McTernan's, which she bought this year after having operated the hostelry for two decades. There are renovations current, but probably the all-year Christmas tree is sacrosanct.
Among the usual features, Out and Away from Kilcullen details Kilmacurragh Gardens, Sean Landers 'unwalls' Old Kilcullen, and Julie Felsbergs writes about the Parable of the Broken Laptop. A busy period for Kilcullen Community Action is recorded, and there's the usual contribution from KWWSPCA.
It's back to school time, and there are news, views and hopes from Brannoxtown CNS and from St Joseph's in Halverstown.
There is the first of a new series from the Parish Pastoral Council. A short story that is a bit out of this world is included to provide encouragement for more creative fiction in the magazine.
And as always, a lot more. Still only €2, from the usual outlets.
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