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When is too early to put up Christmas decorations? - Deise Today Wednesday 20th November

When is too early to put up Christmas decorations? - Deise Today Wednesday 20th November

On today's show Damien speaks to people who already have all their Christmas decorations up. Is it too early? They don't think so.

Also on the show Damien discusses the alleged row over Sports Capital Grant Funding in Waterford. There are reports of a split in the Independent Alliance after Minister Shane Ross allocated just over €1 million for groups in Waterford. Damien speaks to Dave Barry from Lismore GAA club who received €64,000 under the grant scheme.

Finally Sinn Fein councillors John Hearne and Jim Griffen discuss the issue of sulky racing. Should it be banned or should the council provide land for the travelling community to practice this ancient tradition and keep them off the main roads?

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In the second part of the programme Damien speaks to Andrew Power about a Men's Shed Showcase taking place in Butlerstown Community Centre.

Councillor Declan Clune has the latest on the proposal to locate Mercyhurst College Campus European HQ to Dungarvan, will it ever happen?

Dr David King tells Damien about his new children's book inspired by his son who has bone cancer and librarian Mary Carberry talks about the Irish book awards.

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