Discover Duhallow Issue 10

Issue 10: January 24, 2020

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Natural talent Students ace BT Young Scientist 2020 This year’s BT Young Scientist competition was held on Thursday 9th, Friday 10th and Saturday 11th of January in Members of the participating RaptorLIFE team the RDS in Dublin. at IRD Duhallow with winner Fionn O’Hanlon There was a great showing

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Gardening tips by Rachel Budd, Horticulturist at IRD Duhallow Community Garden

The seeds of our future So we are now in 2020 and we can start thinking about the new season in the garden.

It will be a while before the ground conditions allow us to get outside. But January is a great time to be thinking about seeds.

Seeds are the first and most essential element of the food chain: without seeds, there is no agriculture and therefore there is no food.

We can’t overlook their importance, and yet beyond admiring the glossy pictures on the packaging, how much do we really think about where our seeds have come from, what went into producing them, and even whether they have any chance of growing in our gardens?

In the last 45 years, the industrialisation of our food production has led to the concentration of the seed industry so that just five global corporations now control 75 per cent of the world’s vegetable seed market.

This has massive implications for a country like Ireland. Seed companies will only keep active those varieties of seed that are returning a profit. The loss of diversity of vegetable varieties is huge.

Unfortunately for us, we have a very different climate to the majority of Europe, and many of the profit-making vegetable varieties grown in Holland, France and Spain, for instance, simply will

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Seed companies will only keep active those varieties of seeds that are returning a profit

not grow in Irish conditions.

As a small country with a small population, and very small horticultural industry, we do not have the power to protect our own established varieties that have stood the test of time in Irish conditions and we risk losing our vegetable heritage.

Fortunately, there are organisations and small businesses in Ireland who are tackling this head on.

Irish Seed Savers Association in Scarriff Co Clare have been working for the last 29 years to, in their own words, “conserve Ireland’s very special and threatened plant genetic resources.

“Our work focuses on the preservation of heirloom and heritage food crop varieties that are suitable for Ireland’s unique growing conditions.”

Many of these are available to buy online by logging on to www.irishseedsavers.ie or from their shop in Scarriff.

Brown Envelope Seeds is a family business that has been producing certified organic vegetable, herb and cereal seeds

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In the last 45 years, the industrialisation of our food production has led to the concentration of the seed industry so that just five global corporations now control 75 per cent of the world’s vegetable seed market

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for farmers and growers since 2004, on the family’s farm in West Cork. It produces a catalogue of over 100 varieties every year, which can be ordered online at www.brownenvelopeseeds.com .

Needless to say, in our Community Gardens at IRD Duhallow, we have been buying our seed from these two organisations for many years, and can reap the benefits of growing varieties of vegetables that are suited to the Irish climate, have an increased resistance to localised pest, disease and climatic conditions, and a natural adaptability to changing conditions.

They taste great too.

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Ballydesmond, Gneeveguilla & Tureencahill

Village safer and even better looking Gneeveguilla Community Council has worked closely with Kerry County Council and local councillors in securing the funding for village improvement works.

Phase 1 of this project was the improvements made to the car park at the GAA grounds that included leveling, surfacing and fencing of the car park. Phase 2, completed prior to Christmas, involved replacing the existing Share the bucket: Weekly draw, the Gneeveguilla Community Development Council in association with the Gneeveguilla Basketball Club, January 10: Jackpot was €235, winners Paul Carroll and Willie Collins; January 17: Jackpot €207, winner Michael J. Dillane.

Guaranteed winner every week, draw takes place every Friday at 9pm, live on Facebook, visit www.facebook.com/gneeveguilla/ Free blood pressure and pulse checks in our Mobile Health Unit on Friday 31st January, 10am-2pm at Tureencahill Community Centre.

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public lights and installing extra lights where needed particularly from the Grotto to the Church, replacing and leveling footpaths, surface tarring and the undergrounding of electricity wires which facilitated the removal of the wooden poles.

This work has greatly improved our village in appearance and made it safer with the improved lighting and replaced footpaths.

We would like to thank those in the village who allowed equipment be installed on their property and everyone that cooperated with Kerry County Council and the contractors.

Also the councillors who gave generously from their councillor allocation to bridge the gap between the grants secured, Kerry Co Co funding and the final cost of the project.

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Ballydesmond GAA Lotto: Next week’s jackpot: €4,200. Numbers drawn 10,14,17,20 – no winner. €50 Tim Carroll c/o Howards; €30 Mick Bradley Tureengarabh; €30 Nora O’Keeffe Ballinahulla; €30 Brendan Scollard Ballydesmond; €20 Margaret & Dinny Flynn Knocknaboul; €20 Julie McCarthy, Rathmore. Sellers Prize: €20 Doreen. Next week’s draw: John D's at 10pm on 27th January. Tickets available from your local suppliers, three for €5 or €2 each.

The group that took part in the Sliabh Luachra Macra Fundraising Walk on St Stephen's Day in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland pictured at the Old School House in Foyle, Ballydesmond, before setting off Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald Issue 10 January 24, 2020

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A look back in time

Kilbrin in 1914 An excerpt from the Postal Directory of County Cork in 1914 showcasing Kilbrin during this era. Many thanks to Michael (Mick) Lane of Newmarket for providing this.

Archbishop Thomas William Croke was born in Castlecor (parish of Kilbrin) in 1824. The main GAA stadium in Dublin, Croke Park, is named in his honour

More Duhallow history in future issues Still to come: Kiskeam, Knocknagree, Meelin, Millstreet and Rockchapel...

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Issue 10 January 24, 2020

Donoughmore, Kilshannig, Laharn & Lombardstown Weekly Spanish Classes will be held in Laharn Heritage Centre for eight weeks starting 6th February.

Classes will be on Thursdays from 7-8.30pm. Fee is €130 payable on the first day of the course. Any queries, please contact Alicia at aliciaprado.business@gmail.com Kids Tennis Coaching for all age groups. For more information please message us on our Facebook page @LombardstownTC. Adult coaching also has started for beginners and advanced groups.

Small group guaranteed. Please message us for more details.

Donoughmore GAA are proud to announce that we are participating in the Operation Transformation #IrelandLightsUp weekly walks.

We will be lighting up our walking track for eight weeks on Thursday nights from 7-8pm for walkers of all ages. Beginning on this Thursday 9th January, all participants must register each night and wear a high vis jacket. For safety reasons, only walking is permitted.

Donoughmore Macra had a great night at Aghinagh Mac’s murder mystery last night, one of our teams solved the case and won. Well done to Aghinagh on a great event.

Donoughmore Carnival: Save the date, 16th-19th July.

Class space: Looking for a new space for your class? Check out Firmount National School’s new and colourful general purpose hall. It has a fully equipped kitchen, rooms for smaller groups and top of the range sports flooring. Contact us on 021 7337344 or 087 2773361 or info@firmountns.ie for more details

Video set to raise funds for graveyard information board Following the Historic Graves project, the local committee have produced an hour long video of a guided tour of Kilshannig Church/Graveyard The videos, which cost €10 each, are on sale in retail outlets in the parish or from Donie O'Sullivan on 0862579106. The

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proceeds will go towards the erection of an information board and family grave finder in the graveyard.

The video features connections to Princess Diana, Nano Nagle, Sarah Curran, Daniel O’Connell, the Nadd Ambush, John Curtin (the former Prime Minister of

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Australia) and other influential people buried in the site. Much local history and heritage also features including St Seannach after whom the parish was named, who founded a monastic settlement nearby in circa 550AD and who is reputed to be buried under a large boulder locally.

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Issue 10 January 24, 2020

Castlemagner, Cecilstown & Kilbrin Kilbrin GAA Lotto: The lotto results for 8th January for a jackpot of €9,800 are as follows: Numbers drawn were 7, 10, 11 and 20. There was no jackpot winner. Lucky dip winners were Mary Doyle Churchtown, Ciara Colleran Healy Drominagore, Ronan O’Sullivan Corbally, Wesley Corkery Corbally (online) and Deirdre O’Sullivan Kilbrin. Next week’s jackpot will be €9,900.

Tickets can be bought from any club officers, outside Spar or online on www.kilbrin.gaa.ie. Thank you for your continued support.

Croke Park: As a result of taking part in the National Club Draw last Above, Noramary O’Riordan year, Kilbrin GAA Club were drawn with her three grandchildren at as winners for a chance to play a the Dr Croke House culture match in Croke Park against a night; left, Tom O’Riordan, Pat team of their choice. We chose Cú Chulainns of London due to our O’Neill and Niall O’Sullivan strong connections as a number of presentation of a Bishop McEgan The first cultural night of 2020 Kilbrin locals are currently involved plaque depicting his birthplace, took place in Dr Thomas Croke’s with the London GAA club as active Kilbrin, the ruins of the bridge birthplace house on Sunday 19th players/board members. We are where he was hung by the reins January with over 30 people in now delighted to announce that we of his own horse, and his recently attendance.

A special thank you finally have a date for this upcoming renovated burial place in to IRD Duhallow for sponsoring event, Sunday 19th April. This is a Aghinagh, Macroom. Macroom food and to guest entertainers, great occasion for both clubs and Secondary School is named after Flemings from Cullen. will also be a unique opportunity to him – Bishop McEgan College.

On the night there was a catch up with friends. More details will be announced in coming weeks.

Bingo continues every Monday you want to get a lift call Anthony on Tir na Nog: The Tir na Nog group from 8.30pm. The jackpot next week 0867858525. For a fiver, this service welcomes everyone back next is €1,900 on 49 calls. Bonus ball Monday, beginning arts and crafts. will collect you at your door and is Є60. We would like to thank All welcome from 11am to 12.30. return you home after the cards. everyone for their continued support of Monday night Bingo, you have attended in great numbers. We would also like to thank Ronan O’Sullivan for sponsoring the Bingo for the month of January.

Art classes: The Pencil Box art classes commenced on Tuesday, January 14th in Kilbrin Community Hall. 5-8 year olds: 3.45-4.45pm; 9-12 year olds: 5-6pm. If you wish to start at a later date, the cost is €10 per class and 48 hours notice will need to be given to Deborah, who is available on 089 7038774 for any other queries.

Poker night has returned to the Social Club from this Friday night.

Mary Moroney and Liam Ryan cutting the cake with Canon Toby This is regular poker with €10 entry Bluitt and Kathleen Moylan at the Castlemagner Sinsir Christmas and no buy backs. The bus will be Party at Springford Hall Hotel Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald running to and from the club, so if

Music and memories at Dr Croke House

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Job Centre

Top tips for finding the perfect job Make a list of suitable jobs: Start by looking at your skills, experience and your goals to help you to figure out what your next steps are and what specific jobs you would like to apply for. These goals should be realistic and achievable.

Effective marketing: Remember, your CV gives the employer a first impression of you so it is important that you sell any relevant skills.

Making each CV you send match the job description you're applying for will make the employer take notice when it lands on their desk.

Get interview ready: Ensure that you are prepared as you can be called for an interview at any time. It is not enough to just look at the company’s website the night before

g By JACINTA CARROLL your interview. Get professional advice if necessary. IRD Duhallow Job Centre offers one-to-one guidance to job seekers on the interview process. Mock interviews can be arranged on an appointment basis.

Seek upskilling opportunities: If you feel you do not have the skills for jobs you keep seeing online, seek out courses to help you build on your skills. IRD Duhallow has recently published their Spring/ Summer training schedule which has a broad range of courses available. If there are classes that can help you build those skills, sign up.

Never Give Up! In the words of the famous inventor, Thomas Edison,

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Job-seeking can sometimes be a slow process and can be stressful. If you are finding the process stressful take a break – but never give up. g IRD Duhallow’s SICAP-funded, Job Centre provides a free and confidential service to job seekers and those looking to find better quality employment. We know that finding a job can be sometimes difficult and we are here to help you avail of the many supports you may require. These include CV preparation, interview skills and career guidance. Making an appointment is easy, simply call Jacinta on 029-60633 or email jacinta.carroll@irdduhallow.com.

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Issue 10 January 24, 2020

Advertising Community Employment Vacancies

Banteer:

Community Employment Vacancy: Furniture Revamp

Upholstery Operative Duties:

• Build furniture up with loose fiber stuffing, cotton, felt, and/or foam padding to form smooth rounded surfaces.

• Repair furniture frames and refinish exposed wood • Varnishing and repairing old furniture

These are community employment positions and applicants must be in receipt of a relevant Social Welfare payment

If interested in the above vacancy, please contact Paddy O’Connor (CE Supervisor) on 029Ǧ60633 or your Social Welfare case officer for more information.

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Looking after Village General Maintenance Painting Repairing fences Cutting Grass Community hall events etc.

These are community employment positions and applicants must be in receipt of a relevant Social Welfare payment If interested in the above vacancies, please contact Paddy O’Connor (CE Supervisor) on 029-60633 or your Social Welfare case officer for more information.

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Looking after Village Cutting Grass Flower Beds General Maintenance etc.

Duties: • Insulate Attics, tanks and pipes, draught-proof doors and windows, fit low energy bulbs • Address any snags such as leaks, pipe damage and/or damage to ceilings • Insulate Cavity Walls; fill in holes with cement, as per NSAI Specification Garda Clearance will be needed by successful Applicant.

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These are community employment positions and applicants must be in receipt of a relevant Social Welfare payment

If interested in the above vacancy, please contact Paddy O’Connor (CE Supervisor) on 029-60633 or your Social Welfare case officer for more information.

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If interested in the above vacancy, please contact Paddy O’Connor (CE Supervisor) on 029-60633 or your Social Welfare case officer for more information.

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Aubane & Millstreet

Seán Murphy of The Pub in Carriganima pictured with singer Michelle Murphy of County Wexford who recently performed to a capacity crowd

Millstreet Community School students who presented five projects – many of which gained awards – at the 2020 BTYSTE in the RDS

Above left, committee members of Millstreet Vintage Club pictured in the Wallis Arms Hotel, Millstreet for the first event of the season – a very successful Charity Coffee Morning in aid of Marymount Hospice. A very fine display of vintage cars and motorcycles took place in The Square while splendid refreshments were served in the Wallis Arms Hotel; above right, attendees photographed in the Wallis Arms Hotel enthusiastically supporting Millstreet Vintage Club’s charity morning

Presentation of a cheque from Millstreet Bridge Club to representatives of ROCS – Reach Out Cancer Support – at Millstreet Day Care Centre before Christmas 2019 All photographs by Séan Radley 10

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Aubane & Millstreet

Left, the recent Annual Farm Machinery Show at Green Glens Arena, Millstreet; above, attendees pictured at the Coleman’s New Holland Tractor Stand

Some of the capacity audience at a presentation by Paddy O’Leary of Kiskeam (with CD) at Millstreet Gramophone Circle

Colourful rainbow over West End, Millstreet on 15th January 2020 – a beautiful spectacle befitting Saint Ita’s Feast Day Issue 10 January 24, 2020

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Focus on: Millstreet Community School BT Young Scientists: MCS has been a hotbed of activity since resuming in 2020. The TY students hit the ground running, putting the finishing touches to their projects before heading to the RDS in Dublin to take part in the BT Young Scientist Exhibition. It turned out to be one of the most successful visits for the school, with five separate awards coming to MCS students.

Their research has thrown light on several areas that could improve life for many people.

The projects included ‘Could hemp be the key to a sustainable future?’, presented by Éabha Sheehan, Fia Hurley and Taragh Casey, with teacher Eileen Lyons.

They won a Highly Commended Award for their project.

‘An investigation into the fat quality in chilled milk before pasteurisation and how long it stays suitable for human consumption’, was presented by Orlaith Twomey and Jenny Kelleher, with teacher Francie Lyons. Jenny and Orlaith also won a Highly Commended Award.

‘Awareness of testicular cancer in young boys and men’ was researched by Harry Lenihen, Darragh Casey and Donagh Murphy, and also with teacher Eileen Lyons. They were awarded 3rd place in the Senior Social and Behavioural Category.

‘Herbal Leys: milk production for the future’ was presented by Bevin Murphy, Omar Daly and Darren Kiely, with teacher Jennifer O’Donoghue. They won the Teagasc Special Award, as well as achieving second place in the section award, Biological and Ecological Sciences.

‘What are the barriers that hinder Ireland’s Greta Thunberg?’ by David O’Brien, Una Healy and Finn Radamm, with teacher Shane Guerin, proved a captivating project, generating interest and discussion in this vital area that depends on awareness to deliver change.

Big thanks are due to Millstreet Community Council, who have been supporting the BT initiative in the school for more than ten years.

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Young Scientists do school proud

Above, MCS BT Young Scientists at the RDS in Dublin; right, students play board games in the Canon O’Donovan Day Care Centre SVP Bake Sale: St Vincent de Paul Schools Project, the Young SVP Programme, being run with TY and the group together with teacher Mrs Randles, have organised a bake sale as part of their Social Justice and Direct Aid focus. In this module, students uncover the causes of social problems that leave people vulnerable while also focusing on solutions. Their hard work raised over €300 and this will help SVP’s work with the homeless. This is part of the school’s commitment to Global Citizenship Education, a core part of education in MCS. Canon O’Donovan Centre/MCS TY: The school continues to work with the local community and the newest initiative is the TY students’

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‘Game Days’, where they volunteer to visit the centre and play board games in the Canon O’Donovan Day Care Centre. This has been a great success, and both the students and adults at the centre look forward to the fun and games, as well as the companionship of these weekly activities.

All Ireland winners: It was a very special year in MCS to have two All Ireland medals come to the school.

Darragh Cashman was among the Cork under 17 heroes who brought silverware back. Then science teacher Eileen Lyons captained her own Donoughmore to All Ireland victory, winning the Junior club title.

Well done to you both, and here’s to more rebel success in 2020.

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Kanturk

Win a car and lots more in GAA draw Kanturk GAA are promoting the National Club Draw. Tickets are €10 each and are available from players and club officials.

The top prize is an all-new Renault Clio and other prizes include a travel voucher to the value of €2,000, All Ireland hurling and football finals packages, concert tickets and shopping vouchers.

This is an opportunity for your local GAA club to raise up to €25,000.

Yoga: Beginners traditional Indian yoga classes in Kanturk every Tuesday and Thursday at 8.15pm in the community centre with Linn Gorm, new members welcome. Pay as you go. Visit us on Facebook on: Traditional Indian Yoga Classes.

Save the Date: Coláiste Treasa TY Musical 2020 is on 5th, 6th and 7th March in the Edel Quinn Hall.

Kanturk GAA lotto jackpot €11,100.

Tickets €2 each, three for €5 available locally or on sale outside Twohig’s SuperValu every Saturday.

Bina Morley, Luke Moynihan, Noel Sheehan, Colin Sheehan and Patrick Morley took part in the Spinathon Fundraiser in Kanturk for O' Leary Stone Cycling Club Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald Loopspool: A new play by Aidan O’Keeffe, featuring the poetry of Darren O’Neill. Starring Martin O’Riordan and Tim Lynch. Doors open at 7:15pm each night. Tickets: €10 in advance from The Daily Grind, Kanturk or €12 at the door.

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Join community walk for tidy town Kanturk Tidy Towns Committee are organising an operation transformation walk in Kanturk Town Park which will run for eight weeks continuing this Saturday January 25th up to the 7th March 2020, as a fundraiser for the town park and an initiative to bring our community together to get them through January.

When attending the walk, we recommend parking in the Church car park.

This event will commence every Saturday at 10am with registration at the Park House from 9.30am. Weigh-in and

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tracking cards are available at registration for those that wish to track their process. Nothing like a team effort to ensure motivation!

The route is confined to the park and the distance is 5kms (but participants are of course welcome to keep going).

We completed considerable work on the Town Park last year and this year we would love to take this further but we need help to do this. With this in mind, we are asking participants to contribute €5 (or whatever they can) per walk. Donations from participants will go towards

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the improvement of pathways and flowerbeds.

Why participate? g Donations will support improvements in the Town Park g Walking connects you with your local environment g It is good for the body, mind and soul g It is easier to maintain goals as part of a team g Shared goals are all that bit more achievable g This could be the beginning of something great!

For further information, email kanturktidytowns@gmail.com

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Issue 10 January 24, 2020

Cullen & Knocknagree

Discover Duhallow is looking for volunteer contributors to provide regular community news about these areas.

Please make contact on: INFO@DISCOVERDUHALLOW.COM

or call us on 029-60633

Paddy O’Mahony from Cullen cutting his 100th birthday cake amid family and friends during his party in Cullen Community Centre Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald

Cullen Pipe Band is marching on The AGM of Cullen Pipe Band was held on December 13th at the band hall. Chairman Patrick Fleming welcomed all attendees and both he and Con Houlihan Pipe Major thanked the members, parents, committee and the community for their support.

Another remarkable year for the band, having played at local events including Cullen Feis, leading home Cullen natives and All Ireland U20 winning footballers, the victorious Knocknagree GAA team, the US Ambassador’s visit to Boherbue and Millstreet St. Patrick’s Day parades.

At the annual Sean Moylan Commemoration the band had the pleasure of playing with neighboring Kiskeam brass and reed band.

The band were delighted to play for Rod Stewart in Páirc Ui Chaoimh during the summer.

2020 is off to a great start with

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the band teaching a great young group of pipers and drummers from the Duhallow area, and making a trip to France to participate in a music Festival in July.

Newly appointed committee members took on the following roles: Co-Presidents Michael Forde and Dan Corbett, Chairperson Patrick Fleming, Vice Chairperson Aoife O’Riordan, Treasurer Geraldine Houlihan, Secretary Collette O’Connor and Vice Secretary Breda O’Riordan.

A moment’s silence was held in respect of past members that went to their eternal rest during the year including Noreen Lucas (Duggan), and Pat O’Keeffe and lifetime band supporter Der Kiely.

The committee acknowledges the continued support of IRD Duhallow, Cork Arts Department, the Arts Council, Cork ETB and the Department of Education.

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BT Young Scientist 2020

CHAMPIO Duhallow students triumph with environmental projects In 2019, youth activism for the environment made global news as students campaigned for policy makers to listen to the scientists on matters relating to climate change, biodiversity loss and sustainable food production.

While young activists and advocates were taking a stand, young scientists throughout the country were advancing scientific knowledge on these matters.

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By DR. DARREN REIDY

Earlier this month, at the 56th BT Young Scientist competition, held at the RDS, over two thirds (335 out 550) of the entries were projects related to climate change and the environment.

This enthusiasm for contributing to scientific research on the environment was extraordinarily

Investigating the Ecological Conditions Controlling Lamprey Populations in the Blackwater SAC – Nojus Perminas, Noah Walsh & Patrick Buckley, Coláiste Treasa, Kanturk

Banking on the Willow – Hannah Walsh & Johannah Pigott, Coláiste Treasa, Kanturk: First Prize, Biological & Ecological Junior Group Category

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aspects of the ecology of the elusive lamprey species of Duhallow. These little known species of fish are protected under the EU Habitats Directive and the Blackwater is designated for their conservation.

The investigation conducted by the boys proved to be rather novel as Brook Lamprey and River Lamprey are not extensively studied in Ireland.

The students assisted RaptorLIFE ecologists with an electrofishing survey of lamprey. They then conducted extensive environmental monitoring of river conditions in order to determine what the optimal conditions for the species were.

The boys showed that elevation and sediment depth were the most

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evident in the students of Duhallow.

Three such projects were undertaken under the mentorship of the staff of IRD Duhallow and each brought home an award in their category!

The projects undertaken by the students were in collaboration with the RaptorLIFE and Duhallow Farming for Blue Dot Catchments programmes, and focused on issues of interest to river management and biodiversity conservation in Duhallow.

important factors determining the abundance of lamprey.

A difference in the maximum elevation at which the species were recorded in the Upper Blackwater and Owentaraglin suggested that barriers to fish migration like weirs and bridge aprons may limit the upstream movement of lamprey in the Blackwater.

The students also showed that pH was positively correlated with the average size of lamprey in the population. The work conducted by Noah, Patrick and Nojus has important implications for how we manage our river systems for the conservation of biodiversity.

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Hannah and Johannah undertook a detailed study of the added biodiversity benefits of riparian restoration.

Working on farms in the catchments of the Allow, Dalua, Owentaraglin and Upper Blackwater the students investigated how riparian restoration works undertaken by IRD Duhallow to prevent erosion have also had added benefits for native biodiversity.

As part of SAMOK and RaptorLIFE, livestock were excluded from rivers by erecting fencing and eroding banks were re-stabilised by planting locally sourced willows.

Hannah and Johannah surveyed vegetation, pollinators such as butterflies and bumblebees, and other insect groups associated with willows that were planted between one and ten years ago.

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BT Young Scientist 2020

ONS OF NATURE Left, Fionn O’Hanlon receiving his prize from Dr. Tony Scott, co-founder of BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition; above, in front of his project board at the RDS

Not Just Any Owl Place – Fionn O’Hanlon, Boherbue Comprehensive: First Prize, Biological & Ecological Intermediate Category

Johannah Pigott, left, and Hannah Walsh with their project board By comparing these to farms that had not undertaken riparian restoration, the girls were able to show that there was a positive relationship between native biodiversity and willow age.

They found that native plant communities recover over time once over grazing and erosion are prevented.

They also showed that pollinator diversity and abundance was positively linked to native flora diversity, highlighting the importance of riparian restoration for the conservation of butterflies and bees.

As part of their work, the girls produced a leaflet educating others about making recommendations on riparian management.

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Duhallow is known to be a stronghold for the barn owl, one of our most iconic birds of prey. IRD Duhallow and Duhallow Birdwatch Group have installed and monitored the success of barn owl nest boxes throughout Duhallow for a number of years.

Using these nest boxes as study locations, Fionn investigated how habitat conditions and diet influence barn owl breeding success. Under the mentorship of RaptorLIFE, Fionn visited nest box locations and surveyed surrounding hedgerows and small mammal populations.

He correlated this information with data collected on the number of chicks fledged from each site. His surveys indicated that prey species such as wood mice and bank voles were more abundant at sites where the barn owls had

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successfully bred. By analysing the remains of over 250 food pellets left behind by the chicks, he showed that barn owls preferentially feed non-native species such as greater white toothed shrew and bank vole to their young.

Identifying the prey by their skeletal remains, Fionn showed for the first time that the greater white toothed shrew, has spread as far west as the Cork/Kerry border.

This is important because the greater white-toothed shrew is a relatively recent introduction to Ireland and is spreading rapidly.

Over the four days of the competition the judges were so impressed by Fionn’s ability to communicate his research to a wide audience that they also awarded him the Rev Dr Tom Burke Bursary for Science Communication.

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Meelin, Taur & Rockchapel Meelin Hall: There will be a presentation of a framed photo of Fr Kelleher, founder of Meelin Hall, by his brother Dan Kelleher on Saturday 25th January at 12 noon in Meelin Hall. Everybody welcome, please spread the word. Light refreshments served.

Rockchapel Church Yard: It is planned to re-surface the church yard in the near future. Those willing to take part in a committee to organise and oversee this work should give their names to Fr. Stritch during the week please. Your support is much appreciated.

GAA Lotto: Numbers drawn on Wednesday 15th January – 1,3,16,27. No jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot is €7,500. Lucky Dip winners of €25 were: Tony Collins; Máirin Stack; Jamie O’Grady.

Seller’s Prize: Tony Collins.

Duhallow Athletics Club will be training at Rockchapel GAA running track, every Wednesday night at 8pm. All fitness levels welcome to join them.

Yoga Classes: Gentle and grounding weekly yoga classes with Steph Sheahan in Rockchapel Community Centre. For more information or to book a place, please call or text 0858383922.

Megan O’Mahony, Rockchapel, Jackie, Eileen, Ella, Amy, Breda and Mary Theresa O’Sullivan, Meelin, enjoying Women's Christmas at Bob's Bar & Restaurant, Kanturk Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald Rockchapel Community Centre AGM will take place on Thursday, 30th January at 8pm in the Community Centre. Everyone welcome and encouraged to attend.

Vocations Afternoon at the Poor Clare Monastery, College Road,

Cork on Saturday, February 22nd from 2-4pm. This event is for the benefit of young women considering a vocation. For more information, please email: vocationspoorclarescork@gmail.com or visit www.poorclarescork.ie.

Cloyne Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place from Friday, 29th May to Wednesday, 3rd June. Five nights, full board.

For more information please contact 021-4277959. Details of the Special Sick/Assisted section available by contacting 022-20276.

Knock shrine at Vatican Mass: Ireland’s National Marian Shrine is honoured to participate at a special Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica to celebrate the ‘Sunday of the Word of God’ on Sunday, 26th January. This mass will be broadcast live on SKY channel 588 at 9am Irish time.

Got community news? Email: info@discoverduhallow.com Attendees at the 2019 Meelin Community Development Group AGM Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald

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Pat Cassidy 086/3419265 Rathmore, Gneeveguilla, Knocknagree, Cullen, Clonbanin Michael Forde 086/8381391 Burnfort, Doneraile, Mallow John O’Connell 087/2304831 Donoughmore, Grenagh, Banteer Ted Herlihy 087/7701557 Ballydaly, Millstreet, Kilcorney, Dromtarriffe Dominic Cronin 087/2525797 Millstreet, Kilcorney, Dromtarriffe, Rathcoole, Clonbanin Noel Hoare 087/6350324 Burnfort, Mourneabbey Richard Dennehy 087/7671186 Kiskeam, Ballydesmond, Boherbue Ben Kiely 086/8138758 Castlemagner, Kilbrin, Lismire, Liscarroll Flor McAuliffe 086/2534663 Broadford, Dromina, Charleville, Freemount Pat O’Brien 087/2689274 Kanturk, Newmarket, Meelin Derry O’Hanlon 087/6383501 Glantane, Lombardstown, Nadd, Lyre John Stokes 087/1310329 Liscarroll, Tullylease, Freemount, Meelin Flor McAuliffe 087/9312752 Kiskeam, Boherbue, Ballydesmond Michael Curtin 087/9086693 Taur, Newmarket, Rockchapel, Kiskeam, Boherbue Michael O’Donoghue 086/1932254 Burnfort, Mallow, Killavullen BVD COLLECTION EVERY TUESDAY AT 2PM 1st DAIRY SALE OF 2020: Saturday 1st February @ 1pm Comprising of 45 Top Class Cows, calving Feb / March.

Upcoming Dairy Sales: Saturday 8th / 15th / 22nd February Entries now being taken.

SPECIAL SALE: Tuesday 4th February @ 2pm

Dispersal Sale of 25 Pedigree Hereford Cattle.

For John & Mary Ludgate, Fortfarm, Rathmee, Ballyclough, Co. Cork.

This Herd was found in the mid sixty’s.

This well known breeder has produced many prize winning animals over the years.

TUESDAY SALES: Wanted @ Ringside: AA & HE Heifers & Bullocks 400kgs – 600kgs AA & HE Weanling Bulls & Heifers 200kgs – 270kgs.

Wanted for customer: Genuine FR Maiden Heifers 280kgs – 320kgs in lots of 5 or more with EBI records.

ALL ANIMALS MUST HAVE TWO MATCHING EAR-TAGS. Enquiries: 029-50081, Seamus 087-2527464, Denis 087-7975001

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Dromtariffe & Kilcorney / Boherbue & Kiskeam Bon voyage: From everyone in Dromtarriffe GAA To Daniel O’Keeffe, who has just left for Melbourne Australia. We wish you the best of luck, keep in touch.

Lotto: Kiskeam Development and GAA lotto results, numbers drawn: 12, 15, 19, 25 – there was no winner. Next week’s jackpot is €10,650. €50 Paddy O’Leary, Knockavoreen (online); €20 Brigid Linehan, Doon (online); €20 Mary O’Riordan, Islandbrack; €20 Frank O’Sullivan, Boherbue. Lotto now available online at with a yearly lotto ticket available for only €70. Go to www.clubforce.ie to play online.

Peggy O’Flynn and James Sonny Greaney, the two most senior citizens at the Annual Dromtariffe Seniors Party recently, presented with gifts by two of the organisers, Andrias O’Sullivan and Christine Doyle Photo by Séan Radley

Another very successful year for Dromtariffe GAA On Friday night last in front of a large crowd the 2020 AGM of Dromtariffe GAA took place.

Chairman Sean Feely welcomed the delegates. He thanked all who helped run the club in any way during 2019, and the players.

Finally, he asked delegates to pause and remember past members or family members who have died during the year.

Noel O’Sullivan, Secretary, gave a run down of all cup, league and championship results during the year for both the footballers and hurlers. He complimented the players who adapted admirably to competing in the higher grade of

Division 5 of the county league and gaining promotion to Division 4 for 2020. He said the hurlers are showing great promise, winning their first Duhallow league and also retaining the U21 Hurling championship.

Andrew Murphy, Club Treasurer. said the development of the second pitch took the main focus of the club expenditure and grant money, with phase one of the development nearing completion.

Frank Barry took over at this point and the following were returned for 2020: President: Vincent Collins; Chairman: Sean Feely; Vice Chairman: Adam

Buckley; Secretary: Noel O’Sullivan; Asst Secretary: Andreas O’Sullivan; Treasurer: Andrew Murphy; Asst Treasurer: D.C. O’Sullivan; PRO: Sharon O’Keeffe; Registrar: John O’Mahony; Membership: Michael O’Keeffe; Insurance: Michael O’Connell; Field Manager/ bookings: Michael O;Keeffe; Intermediate Football: James McAuliffe, Wayne O’Donnell (Coach); Junior Football: Michael O’Keeffe, James McAuliffe; U21 Football: James McAuliffe, James O’Keeffe; Junior Hurling: John Howard, John Daly and John Linehan (Coach).

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This is a 4 session course for adults designed to teach them what to say & do and what not to say and do around children who have experienced emotional loss.

If you are caring for a family member, it is always important to take time out for yourself as a carer.

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Saturday 28th March 10am – 1pm

This one night seminar discusses exactly what is dementia and how best to support a family member living with dementia.

James O'Keeffe Institute, Newmarket, Cork. P51 C5YF. Seminar Booking Fee: €10.00 Workshop: €15.00 per child Accreditation: Cert of attendance Sibshop Ireland will be facilitating a 1 day event where 2 information seminars will be facilitated for parents and care givers and a workshop will be facilitated for siblings of children with disabilities.

Seminar 1: Communication & General Behavioural Strategies Seminar 2: Sibling Support & what Siblings want parents to know Both seminars (1 hour per seminar) will be run consecutively so parents can attend both or one if they so wish.

The siblings attending the workshops will be cared for by qualified staff while parents attend the seminar.

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Wednesday March: 6.30pm – 9.30pm

Sibshops are fun workshops for siblings of children with special needs. The workshops are aimed at children aged between 8-12 years. They are lively, with games and discussions

James O'Keeffe Institute, Newmarket, Cork. P51 C5YF.

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Banteer, Lyre & Nadd

Macra’s members triumph across the board

Members at the regional round of Titles

Above, Banteer Macra’s Capers team who have qualified for the All-Ireland final of the variety show competition on February 1st Congratulations to the Banteer Macra Capers team, their producer Heather Healy and their backstage staff for the great show they put on in Riverstick on Saturday, January 11th, in the All-Ireland semi final of the family oriented variety show competition.

An absolutely fantastic night of entertainment was delivered by all who took part and the energy radiating from the Banteer team was astounding.

Stiff competition was seen between all teams, but our crew pulled out all the stops and will now progress to the All-Ireland finals taking place on Saturday, February 1st at Eire Og hall, Ovens, Co Cork.

The Avondhu regional round of Macra titles took part on Friday night last, in the Arches Bar, Mallow. Members from all over the region competed for the titles of Mr Personality, Miss Macra, Queen of The Land and Blue Jeans Country Queen. Contestants had to do an interview in front of the audience and also do an optional party piece. All contestants interviewed very well and came across so natural up in front of the audience.

Banteer club members Joseph Murphy, Kelvin O’Connor and Amanda

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Amanda O’Sullivan and Kelvin O’Connor scooped top spots O’Sullivan took part and did the club very proud. Kelvin scooped a spot at Mr Personality in Kilkenny in April and Amanda secured her seat for Miss Macra in Thurles in August. Best of luck to you both!

On Saturday night last, club members attended a club night out at the dogs in Curraheen Park. It was a great night and was enjoyed by all.

Best wishes to our Senior Debating team of Siobhan Ring, Lisa Ring, Noreen Stritch and Breda Stritch competing on Saturday, January 25th. Venue to be confirmed.

There will be a Regional Karting Competition on Sunday, February 9th in Kartworld, Watergrasshill. If you would like to take part, please let us know.

Sports night will continue as normal Wednesday night at 8pm. For any other updates, see our social media.

New and existing members most welcome.

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Banteer Community Childcare welcome a grant of €10,000 towards equipment improvements at the centre announced by IRD Duhallow this past week. The grant is from the Department of Rural and Community Development under the Small Capital Grants Scheme for Social Enterprises. The scheme, which is funded by the Dormant Accounts Fund, provides grants of between €2,000 and €15,000 for equipment, repairs or refurbishments which will enable local centres to improve their service delivery. The grant scheme is administered on the Department’s behalf by the network of Local Development Companies (LDCs) such as IRD Duhallow.

Fundraising Table Quiz: Please save the date of Friday January 31st for a table quiz night in The White Country Inn to help Sarah Weathers raise much needed funds for a very important unit to her, the Neurosurgical Unit in Beaumont Hospital. Start time 9.30pm, €10 per person. All donations and support gratefully received.

Glen Theatre: Sunday 26th January, 8.30pm, The Midnight Run Bluegass Band. Originating in the gateway of the Great Smoky Mountains, Midnight Run began its journey in February of 2015, at the Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, where they became a permanent staple of everyday life at the distillery. This is a high-energy bluegrass band made up of four like-minded musicians and graduates of college

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Need for action on blackspot acknowledged Banteer, Lyre and Districts Community Council’s call for action on one of the most dangerous junctions in the country met with the following reply from Cork County Council this past week: “Further to your recent email requesting an update on Ballymaquirke Cross, I wish to music programmes. They set out to create a group that is tied to the rich traditions of bluegrass music and offers up a fresh approach to the ‘High Lonesome’ sound.

Each member draws from their influences in different genres including bluegrass, country, and rock n’ roll. A show not to be missed.

Call 0877558752 to book.

advise that Cork County Council acknowledges the urgent need for improvements at this Cross and is actively working with Transport Infrastructure Ireland to deliver the required improvements.

“It is proposed to construct a roundabout at the crossroads, design details relating to which are currently being finalised.

Banteer Sportsfield Draw: Thanks to all supporters and sellers – please support same via €25 per quarter or €100 per annum. Also, if anyone wishes to help sell tickets to any relations, friends or work colleagues please contact Denis Withers as we must raise up to €300,000 of matching funding to complete the project.

“It is expected that an application for planning permission will be lodged with An Bord Pleanála early in the New Year, with construction starting in late 2020, subject to planning consent.

“If you have any further queries on the matter, please contact Eoin McCarthy, Senior Executive Engineer, National Roads Office.”

Alarms: Banteer Lyre and Districts Community Council-Social alarms available from IRD Duhallow. If you are interested or require further information, please contact Mary O'Keeffe on 0860667822.

Banteer Bingo jackpot €3,650 with bingo on Tuesdays at 8.30pm.

Adult Badminton in Banteer – 8.30pm each Monday.

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Certified Irish Angus beef booster In December, we were one of the lucky groups to be selected for the next stage of the Certified Irish Angus Beef Schools Competition.

We are three transition year students, Anna O’Connor, Laura Archdeacon and Michelle O’Neill from Scoil Mhuire, Kanturk.

We are going to the South Court Hotel in Limerick for an interview with a representative from the sponsors, Irish Angus Producer Group, Kepak and ABP. We will also be interviewed by an agricultural science teacher.

The Certified Irish Angus Beef Competition aims to help students gather an understanding of how much care and attention is required to produce and market the highest quality of beef for consumers.

The competition also promotes the importance of purchasing

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Certified Angus Beef.

If we are successful in our interview, we will travel to Croke Park to present our work on a stand.

The next stage is when five schools get presented with five Irish Angus Cross Calves at the National Ploughing Championship 2020.

They will be required to rear them for 18 months until their slaughter.

We have promoted the competition by handing out leaflets

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at Kanturk Mart and our local supermarket, creating social media accounts and are in the process of holding a primary schools art competition.

We hope to create an awareness of their group among farmers by highlighting the enormous advantages of breeding Certified Irish Angus Cattle.

To follow us on our journey, check out our social media accounts – @allow_angus.

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Lismire & Newmarket Lismire Community Association will hold its first monthly meeting of 2020 on Monday, 3rd February (it is normally the first Tuesday of the month). Please come along.

Padre Pio Mass: First Wednesday of each month in St. Joseph’s Church Lismire, the next mass is on Wednesday, 5th February at 8pm.

Newmarket Pitch & Putt: Thanks to all who attended our AGM last Thursday night in the James O’Keeffe Institute. 2020 Committee is as follows: Chairman Brendan Herlihy; Vice-Chairman Connie Buckley; Secretary Tom Twomey; Treasurers Willie John Buckley and Tom Twomey; Registrar Paudie O’Flynn; PRO John Guerin; Competition Secretary Allan Dugdale; U-16 Officer Ben Newman; Club Captain Darren O'Keeffe; Grounds Committee Paul Kennedy, Allan Dugdale and Tom Twomey.

Membership rates: Juvenile: €50, Adult: €120, Family: €220, discount available on our website. For more details, contact us on 0873733181 or info@pitchandputt.ie or visit www.pitchandputtnewmarket.ie

Anna, Mick, Ciaran and Eoin Lynch, Deirdre, Ollie, Daragh and Aidan Clifford, Tim Barrow and Anna Cebeda enjoying the New Year's Eve Party at Scanlon's Bar in Newmarket Photo by Sheila Fitzgerald

Top talent and lots of craic at charity shows The Lismire Annual Variety Show was held in the local community centre over the weekend of January 17th/18th.

The show consisted of talent from the local and surrounding areas and a great time was had by all.

Many thanks to prize sponsors and all those who took part in any way to make the show a success.

Congratulations to all Divas who took part in the Lismire Briar Rose competition and to our winner, Nurse Moloney aka Con Hannigan.

All proceeds made from both shows will be donated to local organisations within the area.

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Above, children who performed in the Annual Variety Show at Lismire’s community centre

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Ballydaly & Rathmore Stewards wanted: Fitzgerald Stadium is recruiting for male and female voluntary safety stewards in early 2020. The Munster Council is willing to arrange a training course.

For more details please contact John Lenihan, events controller, on 0877763500 (text your name and contact details) or email Jl@fitzgeraldstadium.ie.

Meentogues National School application forms for enrolment of new pupils for September 2020 on www.meentoguesns.ie, or call 0647754500.

Holy Family National School, Rathmore, Co. Kerry. Enrolment September 2020 will take place on Friday 6th March in the school at 1pm. Forms are available from the school, to be returned by Friday 14th February. For more details, email: shronens.ias@eircom.net.

Shrone National School are now enrolling for September 2020.

Forms available in the school or contact Michelle on 0857845849.

Rathmore District Credit Union: The Annual Credit Union Schools Quiz will take place on Sunday 2nd February 2020 in Sliabh Luchra Gym in Rathmore commencing at 2pm sharp. Local schools have been invited to participate. There are two catogories: Students who had not reached their 11th birthday

by December 31, 2019; and students who had not reached their 13th birthday by December 31, 2019. Winners will progress to the Chapter Quiz. Good luck to all!

Split the Pot in association with Rathmore Community Council with Rathmore Ravens, Sliabh Luachra Cycling Club and Sliabh Luachra Men’s Shed. Tickets available from ticket sellers in Rathmore: Hickey’s Centra, Tim McCarthy Butchers, Kerry agri-business shop, Katelynn Hair Design, Blushing Beauty, Linda’s Restaurant, Christy’s Take-away, Dennehy’s Bar, Cahill’s Bar, O’Keeffes Hardware, Reen’s Pharmacy, O’Keeffe’s Filling Station, Washbasket, Sliabh Luachra vets centre, McCarthy’s Londis, Bridge Bar, Old Chapel Bar and Reens Garage; ticket sellers in Knocknagree: Paps Bar,

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Hall’s 60th birthday celebrated On Monday 4th January 1960 Ballydaly Hall was blessed and offically opened by the parish priest Canon Michael Costello.

This was the culmination of almost a year of meetings, planning and fundraising by many in the locality.

In the years since the Hall opened it has been a venue for whist drives, travelling shows, slide shows and Christmas parties. Meetings have been held by the GAA, Macra and Athletic Clubs, Comhaltas and the IFA. It was also the setting for the many and varied talks organised

by Ballydaly ICA, and later the Ballydaly Resource Group.

More recently it has played host to set dancing classes, computer courses, and CPR training.

A constant for the last 42 years has been the 45 drive, held on Sheehans Bar and Central Bar; ticket sellers in Ballydaly: Guerin’s shop. Tickets €2 each or three for €5. Yearly ticket €90. Three yearly tickets €250. Last week’s draw was held in Dennehy Bar. Kathleen O’Sullivan, Kilgarvan, won €206.

The Pencil Box Art Classes, Teach Íosagáin, Rathmore taught by professional artist Deborah O’Keeffe. Mondays: Ages 5 to 8, 4.30-5.30pm. Ages 9 to 12, 5.457pm. €10 per class, includes all supplies and snacks. To book or for more information, call 0897038774.

Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra have qualified for their first Corn Uí Mhuirí semi-final and go on to face Tralee CBS in the last four, fixture details to be announced at a later date.

Annual Marian Players Rathmore Panto Group: The Old Woman Who Lived in the Shoe, starting Saturday 1st Febuary at 7.30pm. Nightly shows at 7.30pm Febuary 5th, 6th and 8th; Matinees at 3pm on Sundays Febuary 2nd and 9th.

Adult €15. Child €10. All proceeds to Kerry Parents Friends Association.

For bookings call 085 2031730.

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Ballydaly Hall Sunday nights in the autumn and spring.

Many improvements have been made to the Hall since it opened, the most recent of which were completed in August 2019. We wish to acknowledge the continued support of Cork County Council and IRD Duhallow in these endeavours.

In celebration, a party will be held in the Hall on Friday 24th January, from 8.30-11.30pm.

Everyone welcome.

Cards cash for hospice Proceeds from Christmas Cards sold in the parish this year amounted to €1,106, in aid of Kerry Hospice.

The local committee thanks all who purchased and sold cards. The rewards for your generosity has been experienced by a growing number of local families who have availed of the Kerry Hospice funded Palliative Care Unit at University Hospital Kerry.

Should anyone wish to make a contribution to Kerry Hospice or organise a fundraiser you can contact any member of the local committee.

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Advertising IRD Duhallow Upcoming Training & Courses 2020 Duhallow Skillnet is taking enrolments for the following training, to express an interest, contact us on 029Ͳ60633 or email duhallowskillnet@irdduhallow.com Course Date Time Instagram 29th January 9.30am – 1.00pm FAR First Aid 6th 20th February 9.30am – 5.30pm Sugar Craft 3rd February (6 Mondays) 7.00pm – 9.00pm Start Your Own Business 3rd Feb (6 Mondays) 6.30pm – 9.30pm Lámh (Add On) 4th Feb 6.30pm – 9.30pm Reception Skills 10th Feb – 19th March 9.30am – 2.30pm Gerontology 12th February (10 Wks) 6.30pm – 9.30pm Introduction to Play Therapy 17th February 7.00pm – 9.00pm First Aid Refresher 17th – 19th February 9.30am – 5.30pm ECDL Start 20th February (12 Weeks) 6.30pm – 9.30pm Social Media for those working in Hair & Beauty 24th February 9.30am – 1.00pm Customer Service for Health Care Providers 25th February 10.00am – 4.30pm Payroll Manual & Computerised 26th Feb (12 Weeks) 6.30pm – 9.30pm Infection Prevention & Control 4th – 25th March 9.30am – 2.30pm Training Delivery & Evaluation 5th March (5 Thursdays) 9.30am – 5.30pm Lámh 9th & 18th March 6.30pm – 9.30pm Intermediate Excel 25th March 9.30am – 5.30pm Advanced Facebook 25th March 9.30am – 1.00pm Care Support 25th March – 23rd April 9.30am – 2.30pm Using Canva 23rd April 9.30am – 1.00pm Creative Mindfulness 23rd April 7.00pm – 10.00pm Palliative Care 27th April – 14th May 9.30am – 2.30pm Sales & the Art of Selling 28th April 9.30am – 5.30pm

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IRD Duhallow and IT Carlow are also taking expressions of interest in a Bachelor of Arts Honours in Early Childhood Education & Care (Level 8) in the James O’Keeffe Institute, Newmarket. This one year add on programme provides an opportunity for students who hold an NFQ Level 7 major award in Early Years to study for their Bachelor of Arts Honours in Early Childhood Education & Care.

PEIL—Duhallow Work Opportunities for Women Duhallow, supports women in order to assist their return to the labour market. For further details, contact Jacinta on 029Ͳ60633.

Course Name Commencement Date Time Duration LinkedIn Workshop for Women Returning to Work Thursday 30th January 1 Morning Workshop 10.30am 12.30pm March into Fitness Programme Tuesday 4th February 10:30am 6 weeks Work Experience QQI Level 5 Wednesday 12th February 10 Nights 6.30pm 9.30pm.

Health & Wellbeing Seminar by Dessie Fitzgerald Wednesday 26th February 7:30pm 1 night Patient Moving & Handling Friday 28th February 1 Full Day 9.30am 5.30pm FAR First Aid Responder Monday 2nd March 9.30am 5.30pm 3 Full Days Mondays Under the Dormant Accounts Training Programme for Carers, IRD Duhallow will be running the following courses; For further details, contact Helena at 029Ͳ60633.

Course Name Commencement Date Time Duration Mindfulness Course; Tuesday 4th February 7:00pm 8.30pm 6 weeks specifically for family carers giving them the opportunity to take time out for themselves

Helping Children Deal with Loss;

Thursday 26th February

10am 12pm

4 weeks

Wednesday 4th March

6.30pm

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Saturday 28th March

9:00am

1 Full Day

Wednesday 22nd April TBC

10am 12pm TBC

8 weeks 8 weeks

4 week programme for adults designed to teach them what to say & do and what not to say and do around children who have experienced emotional loss.

Understanding Dementia; Information Seminar

SIBS Support & Behaviour Seminar (& SIBS Workshop) Sibshops are fun workshops for siblings of children with special needs. The workshops are aimed at children aged between 8Ͳ12 years.

Grief Recovery Method Programme Circle of Security: An 8 Week balanced parenting approach

All of these above courses can be booked by visiting: https://www.irdduhallow.com/upcoming events/

You can learn more about these courses by visiting: https://www.irdduhallow.com/other publications/employment and training/

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Freemount & Tullylease

Pictured at Freemount Heritage Centre for two recordings of Jimmy Reidy’s ‘Round the Fireside’, guests and musicians from the general Millstreet and Cullen areas. The broadcasts are scheduled to be transmitted on C103 on Monday, 27th January and on Monday, 3rd February at 10.05pm Photo by Séan Radley 45 Drive: On Sunday night last, first prize went to Nora Brosnan Meelin and Tim Ahern Freemount. Best Ladies: Maura Burke Broadford and Mary Noonan, Freemount after a playoff.

Gents: Tim Broderick, Freemount and Hugh Murphy, Boherbue after a playoff.

Mixed: Pat and Maureen O’Connor, Churchtown. Table: Nellie Mai Foley, Glashakeenleen and Daithí Burke, Meelin. The 45 drive continues every Sunday night at 8pm.sharp.

Comhaltas: The County Fleadh Cheoil will take place this year in Dunmanway on April 17th, 18th and 19th. The all Ireland Plearacha Final in Brú Ború is on Saturday, January 25th. Team Chrónáin perform at 12.45pm. We wish this excellent team of 45 best of luck.

Freemount Gramophone Circle next meets in Cois Abhann on Wednesday, Jan 29th at 8pm. Presentation by Jerry O’Callaghan. Everybody welcome.

Thursday Club: The next get together will be on January 30th at 2pm. Light exercise at 1.30pm. All welcome.

GAA Lotto: Results for w/e January 19th, numbers drawn: 6,20,24,32, no jackpot winner. Lucky Dip winners: 1 The Withers Family, Tourard, Freemount; 2 Jack O’Brien, Liscarroll; 3 Clare O’Connor, Ballybahallow, Freemount; 4 David and Conor Curtin, Freemount; 5 Tady Roche, c/o Clare O’Connor, Ballybahallow, Freemount.

Jackpot this weekend will be €2,250.

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Freemount GAA Variety Concert in the Community Centre on Saturday, January 25th at 8pm. The line-up includes Elle Marie O’Dwyer, The Freemount Church Choir, The Macra Capers, sketches, music, singing and dancing etc. Don’t miss this great night of entertainment. Admission €10.

Around the Fireside: The next programme will be broadcast on C103 Local Radio on Monday, January 27th

at 10.06pm. On Monday night we have a group from Millstreet and roundabout.

Don’t miss this great show.

Rainfall: Total rainfall recorded for 2019 at Freemount W.W. was 1267.08mm.

Wettest day: April 15, with 25.7mm.

Wettest month: March, with 179.2mm despite 11 days without rain. Driest month: May, with 28.5mm. The longest period without rain was from March 22nd to March 31st (10 days).

Freemount Macra tops again Congratulations to our Capers team who qualified for the National Final recently in Killarney.

Our cast took to the stage in the Great Southern hotel. Five teams competed on the night with two qualifying for the final. Thanks to all those who showed their support!

Our team are now through to the All-Ireland final on Saturday 1st February in Ovens.

Congratulations to our Capers producer Miriam Angland on being awarded ‘Best Producer’ on the night and to Aoife O’Connor for being awarded ‘Best Female’. A great achievement for our club and members to qualify for the allIreland final in this competition.

Last Friday night, January 17th, Aoife O’Connor took to the stage to

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compete in the Regional round of Titles in the Arches Bar, Mallow.

Well done to Aoife, who did a great interview and did the club proud.

Best wishes to those who will represent the region in the further competitions.

Best wishes to our Senior Debating team of Siobhan Ring, Lisa Ring, Noreen Stritch and Breda Stritch competing on 25th January. Venue to be confirmed.

There will be a Regional Karting Competition on Sunday, 9th February in Kartworld, Watergrasshill. If you wish to take part, let us know.

Contact us on our Facebook page ‘Freemount Macra’ or on 0870969654 for further details. If you wish to join our club, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Issue 10 January 24, 2020

Duhallow news

What we want from our Local Politicians for LEADER. The Irish Local Development Network to which IRD Duhallow is affiliated, has conducted independent research amongst all its members.

The result is that we want specific changes to the next LEADER programme so that Rural Areas can be rejuvenated and made sustainable for people to live, work and enjoy recreation in.

On behalf of LEADER please ask your local politicians canvassing your vote for the following: Ͳ x

Simplifying and reducing bureaucracy – The promotion of Local Development Companies like IRD Duhallow to be reinstated as independent Local Action Groups (LAGs). Reducing the overly bureaucratic rules that make it so difficult for communities to make applications and draw down their funds.

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Ensuring effective rollover to LEADER post 2020 – interim funding for continuity and core funding for the organisation.

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Protecting the core LEADER principles – which have served rural Ireland well and are seen to be eroded currently.

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Putting in place adequate programme supports – increased LEADER budgets: IRD Duhallow’s LEADER programme was cut by almost 70%. This needs to be reinstated not only for the communities, organisations and businesses that avail of the funding but all the local suppliers in our local towns and villages where the bulk of that budget was spent.

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Expanded use of available EU CLLD funding – To assist more joined up thinking and planning at community level and to avoid communities having to apply to multiple organisations in order to adequately complete a project.

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For Social Inclusion we ask that – the 50% budget cuts of 2010 be reversed so there is sufficient funds available in Duhallow to support the unemployed, lone parents, vulnerable young people, low income farm families, carers, older people, those with mental health issues and learning difficulties to reach their potential

Operation Transformation walks: Saturday 15th Feb. @ 11am Shrone trail walk.

Wed 29 Apr 6.30pm Island Wood, Newmarket.

Meeting at the trail head, following the river, before entering Shreelawn Woods and walking back to Newmarket church car park along the Kerry road. Walkers will be ferried back to trail head.

Wed 6 May 6.30pm Mullaghereiks.

Meeting at Shrone Church, Car pooling to the start of the pass.

Enjoy this scenic walk through a pass in the mountains from Shrone to the Clydagh valley, passing Shrone lake.

This walk includes some ascents.

Saturday 7th Mar. @ 11am

Meeting at the church car park in Meelin. Car pooling to the start of the forestry. This walk offers a variety of loops through the forestry, all flat level walking.

Wed 13 May 6.30pm Shrone.

Meeting at Shrone Church. Car pooling to the start of the pass. Enjoy this scenic walk through a pass in the mountains from Shrone to the Clydagh valley, passing by Shrone lake. This walk includes some ascents.

Wed 20 May 6.30pm Mt. Hillary.

Mullaghereiks

Meeting at the trail head. This walk involves a number of choices of looped forestry trails, includes some ascents.

Meeting at the church car park in Meelin, Car pooling to the start of the forestry.

Wed 27 May 6.30pm Clara Mt loop.

This walk offers a variety of loops through the forestry.

This walk is all flat with no hills.

Meeting at the church car park in Millstreet. This trail covers a variety of terrain with an option of including an ascent to the top to the cross.

Some steep climbs.

All walkers have the option of going at their own pace as there will be someone leading the walk and another at the back with those who prefer a more leisurely pace.

Walkers can enjoy tea, coffee and biscuits afterwards at all of the walks.

For further details, please contact Nuala on 029 60633 or visit www.irdduhallow.com/upcoming-events/

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Environment by Dr Darren Reidy, Ecologist on IRD Duhallow LIFE & EIP Projects

Hen harrier corridor on track

Rural Social Scheme (RSS) participants removing brush from a clearfell site to prepare the hen harrier corridor We are pleased to confirm that we are finalising works in the foraging corridor for the hen harrier.

This corridor is over 3km long and spans the upper reaches of the Munster Blackwater river on the Cork-Kerry border.

The hen harrier corridor along will span 3km along the upper Blackwater river

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It was created with the help of Coillte, which was responsible for the licencing process and extracting conifers within 50 metres of both banks of the river.

From our side, IRD Duhallow’s RaptorLIFE project took care of removing brush after felling and replanting some of the clear felled land with native broadleaf tree species.

The final block of forestry will be felled in early 2020 and the corridor will then be complete.

Clearing conifers from the 3km stretch of the river allows us not only to create a corridor between fragmented areas of upland blanket bogs but also to create over 14 hectares of future foraging habitat for hen harrier and other species.

This corridor brings a hope for many species that are currently suffering declines in numbers and are impacted by fragmented and shrinking habitat as well as the lack of ability to move between rich biodiversity areas.

Watch this space for updates.

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Silt fence erected to protect freshwater habitats and species

Marsh fritillary is one of many species that will benefit from the new corridor

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Sports Golf

Sun shines for Captains’ date Captains’ Drive-in took place on Sunday, January 19th at Kanturk Golf Course.

A great crowd turned out on a bright but cold afternoon to take part and to wish the best of luck for the year ahead to all of our incoming officers.

We welcome new members of all ages and abilities for a special rate of €350 for their first year of full membership.

Pictured above, from left: President Tom Nash, Lady President Teresa Cremin, Juvenile Captain Sam Hopkins, Lady Captain Dee Sheehan and Men’s Captain Patsy Pigott

Pictured above, Lady’s Captain Dee Sheehan and, right, Men’s Captain Patsy Pigott with attentive crowd

Duhallow Athletics Duhallow Athletics are delighted to invite you to our Fit 4 Fun 2020 initiative. This takes place in various locations throughout the week: g 8pm Monday and Friday at the bottom of Hi-Land car park in Newmarket; g 8pm Wednesday night at Rockchapel GAA grounds; g 8pm Friday at the bottom of Hi-Land car park in Newmarket; g 12pm Sunday morning in the island wood, Newmarket.

All fitness levels and new members welcome. More details on our Facebook page.

The annual Duhallow 10 mile road

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race, sponsored by Ayrton Group, is also just around the corner, with the race taking place on Sunday, 8th March. The race will start at 1.30pm sharp in Newmarket, Co. Cork and the race HQ will be the Hi-Land Lounge. There are total cash prizes of €5,500, as well as a cash prize for breaking the course records, which stand at: Male: Hiki Tonsa (49:10); Female: Aoife Cooke (56:47). Entry fee is €30 (online) or €35 on the day. You can enter online at https:// register.primoevents.com/ps/event/ Duhallow10Mile2020.

For additional details, please visit our Duhallow AC Facebook page.

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Top for first 500 entries online The views and opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of IRD Duhallow CLG.

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