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250 people a day avail of PCR tests in Killarney Close on 250 people a day availed of PCR tests in Killarney the Advertiser can exclusively reveal. | By Sean Moriarty A test centre opened in St Mary’s Parish Hall near O’Sullivan’s Place on Wednesday of this week in an effort to take the pressure off the fulltime test centre in Tralee.

There has been an extraordinary and unprecedented demand for Covid-19 PCR testing in Kerry in recent weeks.

The test centre in Tralee is usually in a position to offer appointment for tests within 24 hours or so, but the recent high level of demand has meant that people are waiting longer and this led to the setting up of a pop up centre in Killarney this week.

Staff from the National Ambulance Service, from as far away as Sligo, were drafted in to operate the Killarney service.

The further provision of a PCR pop-up test centre in Killarney will depend on the availability of staff from the National Ambulance service.

However, the Killarney Advertiser understands that the ambulance staff operating the Killarney centre will be re-

TEST CENTRE: A pop-up PCR test centre opened at St Mary's Parish Hall on Wednesday. Photo: Sean Moriarty

placed with a new operational crew over the weekend.

Testing at the Killarney centre – which was done on a strict appointment only basis – is officially due to come to an end today (Friday) but it could be extended further.

This was not confirmed by the HSE as the Advertiser closed for press on Thurs-

day afternoon but a source close to the Killarney operation told the Killarney Advertiser that he was expecting relief staff at the centre over the weekend.

“The provision of future dates for popup test centres will be reviewed in conjunction with our National Ambulance Service colleagues,” a HSE spokesperson told the Killarney Advertiser.

Dr Crokes’ Brosnan’s on the double | By Sean Moriarty Kerry and Dr Croke’s player Tony Brosnan played in two different national competitions in two different counties on the same day.

On Wednesday afternoon he captained the Munster Technology University team to victory over University College Dublin in the opening round of the Sigerson Cup in Tralee on a score-line of 1-13 to 0-11.

A few hours later he came on as sub for the Kerry senior team, for Paul Geaney, in the semi-final of the McGrath Cup. The new look Kerry team, under Jack O’Connor, comprehensively defeated Tipperary, 1-23 to 0-05 at Templetuohy

– some 190km from the sports ground at the Munster Technology University where the Sigerson Cup game was played.

Brosnan scored two points after his introduction for Kerry, to add to the 1-04 he scored against University College Dublin earlier in the day.

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Killarney-based GAA fans will have to wait another week before seeing the new Kerry team in action. The final of the McGrath Cup, against Cork, was originally due to be played on Saturday at Fitzgerald Stadium but that game has been deferred until January 22 as many of the players from both sides are involved in club action this weekend.

ON THE DOUBLE: Tony Brosnan played for two different teams on the same day and he scored in both games.

Surprise: Details of town-centre inner relief road revealed | By Sean Moriarty Plans to link the Monsignor O’Flaherty Road with New St via a new road at Bohereen na Goun have been announced by Killarney Municipal District.

Town engineer John Ahern told Wednesday’s Killarney Municipal District Meeting between elected councillors and senior council executives that Kerry County Council intends to make a compulsory purchase order on lands that will link the two town centre streets.

If plans come to fruition it will be possible for motorists on New St to get to the top of High St, adjacent to the Killarney Advertiser’s town centre office, without travelling through the town centre.

The plan was first mooted as far back as 2016.

The announcement caught councillors off guard, it was one of the last topics discussed at the four-hour meeting, but it was broadly welcomed by all.

“This access will change the dynamic of traffic movement in the town forever,” said Cllr Niall Kelleher.

Further details of the surprise project are set to be revealed to elected members over the next four to six weeks.

Lakers game postponed Fans hoping to see Scott’s Lakers St Paul’s Basketball Club’s first home game of 2022 were left disappointed after the match got called off at the last minute.

The home-side were due to play IT Carlow on Saturday night but COVID-19 concerns within the Leinster side have forced to cancellation of the game.

“The Covid curse has struck Carlow so this game is now postponed,” said St Paul’s PRO Enda Walshe.

“We tried to move a few fixtures around to see could we bring forward another home game and play it this weekend but to no avail.”

Saturday’s match was supposed to be the first of three home fixtures in a row as the local side face Fr Matthew’s on the last weekend in January and Waterford IT Vikings on the opening weekend in February.

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Ancient grave uncovered during store construction | By Sean Moriarty An ancient grave, with Ogham lettering, has been protected by a special barrier on the grounds of the new Aldi store on the Park Road.

It is not known the significance of the grave and the Ogham lettering has eroded over the passage of time.

However, Aldi officials are conducting research on the grave.

“We will place an information lectern on the rails once we find out more,” Aldi communications manager Padraig Barry told the Killarney Advertiser. "We have an archaeological report to work off."

If any of our readers have information on the significance of this grave please email news@killarneyadvertiser.ie

GRAND OPENING: Store Manager Patrick Lawlor pictured with Mayor of Killarney Marie Moloney and from left, Cllr. Niall Kelleher, Cllr. Donal Grady, Danny Healy-Rae, TD, Sean Kelly, MEP and Ciara Griffin, Former Ireland Rugby Captain at the opening of Aldi’s new store in Killarney, Co. Kerry on Thursday. Photo: Don MacMonagle

New super store "enhances town's retail experience" Aldi’s new Killarney store on the Park Road was officially opened on Thursday by Mayor Marie Moloney. | By Sean Moriarty Aldi’s nationwide expansion continued with the opening of its new store in Killarney, creating seven permanent jobs in the local area.

Located on Park Road, the store was officially opened on Thursday by the Mayor, and store manager Patrick Lawlor.

“This new store greatly enhances the Killarney retail experience, I really like the idea of the pedestrian entrance off Park Road,” Mayor Marie Moloney told the Killarney Advertiser at the official opening.

Other local guests to attend the official opening included MEP Sean Kelly, former Ireland Rugby Captain Ciara Griffin, TD Danny Healy-Rae and councillors Niall Kelleher and Donal Grady.

The new €8M store will replace its existing store at Ardshanavooly, a short distance away, which closed on January 10 after 14 years, ahead of the new store opening on Thursday.

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Featuring Aldi’s exciting award-winning Project Fresh layout and design, the new store boasts a large shop floor spanning 1,260sqm, making it 50% larger than the old Killarney store.

There are also 113 car park spaces available to customers in Killarney, along with 15 bicycle rack stands. Aldi’s Killarney store will also provide access to free-to-use electric vehicle-charging points for customers. Aldi has invested in ventilation heat recovery, which will be used to power underfloor heating, in addition to solar panel energy.

UNCOVERED: Mayor Marie Moloney and Padraig Barry of Aldi at the ancient Ogham-lettered grave uncovered during construction.

More to come at Aldi’s new store Aldi’s new store on the Park Road will include two other businesses in new buildings adjacent to the supermarket.

While no final decision has been made on what kind of stores will occupy these buildings, the Killarney Advertiser was

informed by a senior Aldi official that plans include a doctor’s surgery and a potential Starbucks coffee shop.

“What we can say now is an well-known international coffee brand is looking at locating here,” Padraig Barry, Aldi’s communications manager told the Killarney Advertiser.

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Ballyspillane anti-social behaviour meeting planned for next month Anti-social issues at a Killarney estate are to be raised at a Ballyspillane Community Interagency Committee meeting in February. | By Sean Moriarty While there have been some improvements at the troubled estate, where a small few make life for the vast majority very difficult, there are also new issues that have come to light.

Both Mayor Marie Moloney and Cllr John O’Donoghue addressed this week’s meeting of Killarney Municipal District.

Cllr Moloney called for bollards placed at the rear of some properties to be removed. The bollards were initially put in place around Easter 2020 to prevent the sport of road bowls taking place on the estate’s back lanes.

At the time, residents were complaining about steel balls crashing into the rear doors of their properties, day and night.

That now seems to have stopped but the bollards are causing access issues to the property owners.

Mayor Moloney told the meeting how a

BOLLARDS: Mayor Marie Moloney believes the time is right to remove bollards from Ballyspillane

ISSUES: Cllr John O'Donoghue is aware that "projectiles" have been throw at passing cars

coal delivery truck tried to access properties there. As a result of the bollards the driver had to driver over a green area and ended up stuck for a few hours.

Town engineer John Ahern, following Moloney’s request, said he would bring her proposal to a Ballyspillane Community Interagency Committee meeting in February.

“The bollards were only ever put in place as a temporary measure,” he told

the meeting. “I will need to discuss this with the Gardai and the residents but if everyone is in agreement we can remove the bollards.”

Meanwhile Cllr O’Donoghue raised concerns that a group of evergreen trees near the estate’s entrance was providing a hideout for those involved in anti-social behaviour.

“I personally know two individuals who have had the windows of their cars

smashed by projectiles being thrown out by young people hiding behind the trees. I have spoken to An Garda Síochána about the matter and they have conceded it is a problem area for them as they can’t be expected to have the resources to man the area 24 hours a day,” Cllr O’Donoghue told the meeting.

“On the rare occasions they do manage to catch some of the offenders, they are too young to do anything with bar take them home where very often the children tell their parents they didn’t throw anything and there the matter ends.”

He said that several local motorists living in neighbouring areas like Spa, Kilcummin and Tiernaboul are forced to take alternative routes home as do they do not feel safe driving past these trees.

“This is completely unacceptable for a main road in our town. I accept it is a policing matter, but I feel there is an onus on us as a public authority to aid the process where possible,” added Killarney’s newest councillor.

“Anyone who has followed my motions since I began in the Council will know that cutting down trees is not high on my priority list, but in this case I feel that it is the only option due to public safety concerns.”

Iarnród Éireann refuses plans for footbridge at railway station | By Sean Moriarty Iarnród Éireann will not be providing a footbridge to allow pedestrian’s access Killarney Bus Station direct from Killarney Railway Station.

TOP 15: Congratulations to to Ailbhe Gammell, St Brigid's Leaving Cert student 2021 who has been awarded the University College Cork Quercus Entrance Scholarship for the 2021/22 academic year on the basis of her exceptional Leaving Certificate results. The recipients of this scholarship are selected on the basis of being among the top 15 students in their college with respect to Leaving Certificate Examination Points achievement.

Following a motion put forward by Cllr John O’Donoghue last year it was decided that Kerry County Council would write to the railway company about building a footbridge to link the two public transport hubs.

Currently rail passengers must walk from Killarney station, via the front entrance of the Great Southern Hotel and then walk the entire length of the Outlet Centre before reaching the bus station.

“It’s an anomaly that wouldn’t be tolerated in any other European country,” said Cllr O’Donoghue in November.

Iarnrod Eireann has responded to the letter sent shortly after the November meeting.

In reply the railway company said that in October 2019 it carried out a study which included the possibility of a either an underpass or a footbridge.

The study revealed that passenger would face a short four to five minute walk when trying to access one hub from another.

“Iarnrod Eireann would regard this as scheme as a low priority investment,” said chief executive Jim Meade in the letter.

Cllr Donoghue said the response was “ludicrous” and that he had often witnessed passengers lugging suitcases through the Outlet Centre.

“You would not jog it in five minutes,” he said.

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Young Scientist’s results due today Killarney students will learn today (Friday) if their BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition projects have been successful.

EPIC: Joe O'Leary at the finish of a 30-hour race in Yorkshire last weekend. Photo: Dingle Adventure Race

“The night was full of terror”

The BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition is much more than a competition – it is the experience of a lifetime for the students and teachers who take part.

Designed to raise schools’ engagement in the critical subjects of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM), the Exhibition calls upon students aged 12-19 years from all over the island of Ireland to showcase innovative science and technology projects.

Five separate projects, four from St Brigid’s Secondary School and one from Killarney Community College, represented the town in the virtual exhibition which runs from Wednesday 12 to Friday 14.

“St. Brigid's Presentation Killarney are so thrilled to announce that we have four projects through to the finals of the BT Young Scientist,” said the school’s PRO Sheree Murphy.

The entrants include: Abbie O'Sullivan and Keira Geaney with their project ‘My Carbon Buddy’; Olivia Gaffey and Clodagh Lucey with their project ‘What factors influence the perceived rate of exertion on students?’; Anna Moynihan's project title is ‘A comparative study: VSCO vs. Instagram and how they affect the self-esteem/mental health of adolescents’, and Ali O’Donoghe and Eilis Mullane for their project on ‘Vertical Farming.’

“I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all students that entered the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2022. The exhibition continues to provide a real opportunity to our young people to engage in so many diverse aspects of science and technology,” said Minister for Education Norma Foley TD. “I look forward to learning more about the findings and exciting creative solutions that have been uncovered in our students’ work. Supporting the exhibition as a key partner is an important part of the Department’s strategy for STEM education.”

Killarney mountain runner Joe O’Leary has completed another international mountain race of epic proportions. | By Sean Moriarty

The Lissivigeen man contested last weekend’s Montane Spine Challenge, a 30 hour non-stop race across the Pennines The 170km race started from the village of Edale in The Peak District and finished in Hawes in North York Moors. Competitors are given 60 hours to complete the course and Joe managed it 30 hours and 30 minutes – a time good enough for third overall.

Along the way he faced rain, sleet, snow mud and, at times, a wind chill factor of minus eight.

And while he had to pass several checkpoints along the way, he was totally self-sufficient and had to carry food and a change of clothes in his back pack. Only once was he allowed to swap the bag for a second one containing clothes and food to get him through the night section.

‘It was constant slippery,” he said. “I had some hard falls, sleet, snow, saturated ground.

And that was just the daylight section – thing got even more challenging after nightfall.

“It was different terrain, rolling farmland, saturated bog and muck, six inches of puddling water and there was no one about,” he added. “It was full of terror.

A foot of snow, sleet, deep slush – it was extremely hard to run in.”

The race passed through some very famous historical sights including Ponden Hall, which is said to be the inspiration for Emily Brontë's ‘Wuthering Heights’.

“I stopped to have a look but it was pitch black,” he said.

Navigation was tricky too and he admitted a few errors along the way. With just two other competitors in front of him it was very hard to figure out where to go.

“I could not see the path,” he said, “There were two guys in front of me and I was trying to follow their footsteps and hope they were on the right way, there were a few times they were not.”

Joe is not going to rest on his laurels, he entered similar events in France, Italy and The United States of America this year.

“The thing is, entries for these are done by lottery, so I have entered three lotteries and see which one I get,” he said.

YOUNG SCIENTISTS: Teacher Miriam Malone with students Ali O’Donoghue and Eilis Mullane from St Brigid’s Secondary School Killarney. Their project is ‘Vertical Farming- The Future for Eco Friendly Schools Worldwide’

Beaufort’s “long suffering residents” – Councillor The residents of a Beaufort residential housing estate have been enduring for many years a sewerage system that not alone, does not work properly, but is also a serious health hazard, according to Fianna Fáil Councillor Michael Cahill.

“Coolmagort Avenue in Beaufort is the same housing estate where children and their parents get sick, the same estate where when it rains, raw sewerage flows around the footpaths and gardens of some of the houses, the same estate where, on occasion, raw sewerage has found it’s way into washing machines in kitchens. And yet, the solution to the problem appears as far away as ever,” said the Deputy Mayor of Kerry County

Council and Cathaoirleach of Kenmare Municipal District.

“This is a private housing estate and has not been taken in charge by the Local Authority and therefore is legally not their responsibility. This is as horrendous a living situation as I have seen in a modern housing estate and I am now imploring Minister Darragh O’Brien, Irish Water and the Department of Housing to organise remedial works on this Sewerage System on behalf of these long suffering residents” said Councillor Cahill.

"This work should commence with immediate effect" added Councillor Cahill.

“These people should not have to suffer this danger and degradation any longer just because of the legal status of their housing estate.”

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Marie Meets

Well-known and much loved photographer Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan chats to locals about their news, views and accomplishments in her monthly column ‘Marie Meets’.

Mayor Moloney’s lifetime dedicated to the betterment of Killarney While I was somewhat familiar with Marie, a quick google on the way out the door was quite the eye opener. I admitted as much to Marie upon arrival at the International Hotel and almost apologised for not having featured her before now.

“I’ll be the first interview in your next book Marie,” the Mayor laughed.

“Oh my goodness” I replied “I am barely over the stress of the first”. (‘Behind the Mask, Killarney’ is available in local bookshops).

Mayor Marie Moloney has a long list of voluntary work throughout her career which includes 30 years of service with Meals on Wheels, South of Ireland Bridge Club Secretary, former Boy Scout leader, Chairperson of Board of Management at Killarney Community College, Board of Management at Pobal Social Sliabh Luachra, Board of Management at Kerry ETB, Board of Management at Youth Work Kerry, Board of Management at South Kerry Development Partnership where she is currently working with a team on a solar energy pilot program.

She is the Chairperson of the Board of Management for Kerry Respite Care.

She on the Board of Management for Kilcummin Development Group, a former senator and continues to work in administration with SIPTU. With her husband Mike, Marie has enjoyed 30 years with Killarney Musical Society and while she has never been on stage, she has taken many roles such as PRO and Prop Manager.

“Mike is the stage person, I’m not cut out for that but I involved myself in other ways. As the saying goes, if you can’t beat them join them”.

It really is a big deal to be Mayor of anywhere, but a beautiful town like Killarney, truly is an honour.

Marie surmised: “You must be elected by your peers on the council.”

Well, I thought, with a glowing CV as listed above, Marie Moloney is productive in every waking minute of her life and clearly an excellent candidate for the position as Mayor. My only worry is

where in the world would she find the time??

“Well you know that other saying Marie, the one where it is suggested that behind every good man there is a good woman? Well in my case it’s the reverse, the credit goes to my husband Mike. I love what I do but I couldn’t have done any of it without his backing.”

Marie and Mike have one daughter Leona in Kildare, an accountant for a treasury company in the USA, who is married to Martin with two daughters, Ayla and Evie. They also have a son Michael, a well-known GP in Killarney, married to Eilish and they have four children, Aoibheann, James, Oliver and Laoibhse.

“The thing I most love about Killarney is it’s people. The unity and pride amongst the community to highlight the beauty and positives always, and the efforts to showcase our great town through festivals like the 4th July, St Patricks Day, Christmas in Killarney are fine examples. The impeccable work of our tidy towns and Killarney looking good truly is outstanding,” said Ms Moloney.

“If I had a magic wand I would certainly improve the flow of traffic throughout Killarney. That would be my first port of call and thereafter I would love to see an indoor facility such as a bowling alley for our youth.

“We have the most amazing beauty in our outdoors of Killarney but we need something for that rainy day also,” Marie replied.

She was first elected to the Killarney Municipal District in 2009, elected on to the Labour Party Panel of Seanad Éireann in 2011 and elected again once more in the 2019 local elections.

“My father canvassed for Mike Moynihan. I remember being 18 living my best life with my own flat in Tralee and my

MAYOR: Marie Moloney and her husband Mike. Photo: Marie O'Carroll-O'Sullivan

father sent a driver for me to come vote at Coolick NS for Mike Moynihan.

“Afterwards I asked my father where was my driver to return to Tralee to which he replied sure he’s long gone.

Can’t you get the bus back tomorrow?”

“Mike and I helped Breda Moynihan Cronin in the initial stages of her cam-

paign and I soon became her secretary.

Breda was elected to Dáil Éireann at the 1992 general election as a Labour Party TD for Kerry South, succeeding her father. When her seat was no more I continued with Breda voluntarily so when elections came around again that’s when I was elected.”

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EUROPEAN UNION: Gemma Murphy, Avril Ahern, Eilís Mullane and Ali O'Donoghue were selected as one of the winning entries in a recent EU-based competition.

St Brigid students’ project earns trip to European Parliament Five Transition Year Students from St Brigid’s Secondary School have earned themselves a trip to Brussels and the European Parliament thanks to their project on the future of the European Union. | By Sean Moriarty

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Students Gemma Murphy, Avril Ahern, Eilís Mullane and Ali O'Donoghue entered their team project called 'What we want the European Union to look like in 2046 - 25 years from now’ in the pan-European competition.

“We decided to enter this competition because we feel it is important to have our views on the European Union voiced and listened to. We found working in a group beneficial to our project as it allowed us to combine all our views and ideas,” said a group statement.

“We created surveys to get a broader perspective of people’s opinions about the Future of the EU. This was really interesting and provided lots of interesting information. We each interviewed different people and were delighted with the diversity of answers we received.”

Their entry impressed Billy Kelleher MEP who recently informed the students that their bid had been successful,

and they will now get a chance to visit the European Parliament in April 2022.

They are one of 14 schools from the South Leinster and Munster region to get selected for the trip.

“A standout moment for us was visiting a primary school where we presented some interesting facts about the EU and were impressed by what students knew already about the EU,” added the statement. “The main purpose of our visit was to educate and inspire the younger age groups about the EU.” Meanwhile, solo entrant Anna Cashman is also jetting off to Brussels after she entered an excellent and thought-provoking presentation on what she wanted the European Union to look like in 2046.

Dundag Dippers swimming group feature on RTÉ Members of the Dundag Dippers swimming group found themselves at the centre of national attention last week after they featured on both RTE’s main news bulletins.

Nollaig na mBan or Women’s Little Christmas is a tradition that is kept alive in Kerry and is enjoying a re-birth across the country.

It is a day for the women of Ireland to take a well-earned rest after spending Christmas week preparing meals for the rest of their households.

It is also the official day to take down the Christmas decorations – doing so before this date is considered unlucky.

While traditionally considered a day of rest for the woman of Ireland these day the more adventurous take part in various outdoor activities too.

The Dundag Dippers marked Nollaig na mBan with their traditional January 6 swim in Muckross Lake.

Their annual swim earned the attention of the national broadcaster who sent reporter Jenny O’Sullivan to the lakeshore.

“It is all about tradition,” she told viewers as the news camera captured a large group braving the elements and taking a swim in the lake.

The newsreel also featured the Dromhall Hotel where Susan Randles spoke of the influence her mother Kay has had on the Killarney hotel industry.

TRADITION: Brave Killarney Ladies, who went in for a dip in Muckross Lake, Killarney National Park, to celebrate Nollaig na mBan on January 6. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

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Commemoration to mark the founding of the East Kerry GAA District Board One of the founders of the East Kerry GAA District Board was remembered at a special ceremony on Sunday. | By Sean Moriarty Humphrey Murphy of Currow GAA club was elected East Kerry’s first vice chairman when the board was founded on May 17, 1925.

He was also a founding member of Currow Gaa Club in 1911.

On Sunday, current officers of the East Kerry District board laid a wreath at his graveside in Killeentierna Graveyard in Currow.

Fellow Currow GAA clubman Johnny Brosnan’s term as chairman of the East Kerry District board is about to come to an end and he wanted to do something to honour the man from the same club that did so much to the East Kerry board off the ground nearly 100 years ago.

“Humphrey was one of the most influential men that formed the East Kerry Board on May, 17 1925 and was elected Vice-Chairman. Some 93 years after I was honoured and humbled to follow in Humphrey's footsteps and was elected as Chairman of that great board in 2018,” explained Brosnan.

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Humphrey was a commanding Officer of the Kerry No 2 Brigade and later became a Commander of the Kerry No 1 Brigade who defeated the British in the War of Independence He was brilliant scholar and administrator.

“Although still a young man Humphrey had become a household name in the county but not through his political activities but rather his prowess on the football field, where he played a vital role on the Kerry junior team that beat Wexford in the all-Ireland Final of 1913,” added Brosnan.

“He was a member of the county senior team that defeated Tipperary in the Munster final in 1914. That team was captained by footballing legend and Irish Republican Brotherhood [IRB] member Dick Fitzgerald of Killarney.

“This team went on to win the All Ireland beating Wexford in a replay. But it would appear that Humphrey was not a member of the team to line out in Jones Road on November 29, 1914.”

Humphrey was a significant figure in the War of Independence too.

“He transformed the Brigade into a very effective fighting unit and had many successful ambushes two of the most famous were at Headford Junction where Dan Allman the commander of the Column lost his life and at another at Clonbanin Cross on March 5, 1921 in which the General Hanway Cumming was shot dead He was the most senior British officer that was to be killed in the war of

Independence.”

After the war Humphrey and his Comrade Ned Mc Carthy were arrested and taken to Ballymullen Barracks, Tralee.

Later he was transferred to the Curragh prison Camp where he was interned until July 19 1924.

The Kerry senior football team refused to compete in the all-Ireland Championship in 1924 as several of its players were still imprisoned without charge.

Humphrey was one of those GAA players cited as been unjustly detained.

Following his release he returned to Currow where he took up a teaching position with Killsarcon School.

EAST KERRY GAA

He attended the first meeting which formed the East Kerry Board in1925 and was elected Vice-Chairman with his good friend Dick Fitzgerald elected Chairman.

When the Dicksgrove Estate, in Currow, was divided in the 1930s Humphrey spent a lot of time influencing the Land Commission in Dublin to give the parish of Killeentierna a Sports field for the youth of the parish.

His influence paid off and the parish got the field which is now the Currow GAA grounds. He was appointed a selector for the Kerry Senior Team which was led by the great Republican John Joe Sheehy Tralee which would go on to enjoy Considerable success at the end of the 1920s and early 1930s.

When Eamon DeValera became Taoiseach in 1932 he established a Pensions Commission which would give veterans of the 1916-1923 wars a military pension, irrespective of which side they had declared for in the Civic War. Humphrey accepted DeValera's invitation and in 1934 he moved with his wife

and young family to Dublin.

On November 11,1935 having just arrived home after a walk with a friend, Humphrey died suddenly.

When the news of his death broke the whole country were in deep shock.

One of the largest funerals ever seen in Kerry took place three days later on Sunday November 16 at Killeentierna Parish Church.

The daily newspapers at that time reported that an estimated 10,000 people attended his funeral.

It travelled from Currow Village up to Dicksgrove Cross along the Top Road, stopped for a minute’s silence in front of his old home, then came down by the Mettle Bridge to the lower road and stopped for a minute’s silence at Ballybeg Cross, just a few hundred yards from the house and farm where he lived before he moved to Dublin The funeral was attended by the Taoiseach Eamon DeValera and several members of his cabinet as well as his former comrades in the IRA led by John Joe Rice A party of veterans from his old battalion fired a volley of shots over the grave of their former leader.

HONOURED

“On Sunday we honoured Humphrey ‘Free’ Murphy and thanked him for been part of a wonderful group of men who formed the East Kerry Gaa Board,” added Brosnan.

“And we are glad to tell you that the board, over many years has been seen by many top GAA Officials as the best district board in the country.

“I'm honoured and humbled to be chairman of this great board in which a Currow man, Humphrey ‘Free’ Murphy and his colleagues founded all those years ago.”

WREATH: East Kerry Chairman Johnny Brosnan Lays a wreath in Kileentierna Cemetery at the grave of Humphrey Murphy, Old IRA Commanding Officer and first Vice Chairman of East Kerry Board. Photo Seamus Healy.

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Basketball teams Offer ‘Timeout’ to promote mental health Kerry Mental Health Association and the two Killarney teams that compete in the Basketball Super and National Leagues have come together to promote mental health and wellbeing in 2022.

ALL IRELAND: Novice handballers, Aoife Walsh and Niamh Faulds representing Kerry in Tyrone this weekend. Photo Con Dennehy

Aces high for Killarney Handball Queens

Fans attending home games featuring either St Paul’s Scott’s Lakers or Killarney Cougars will hear information about the ‘Five Ways To Wellbeing’ during the ‘Timeouts’ in matches for the remainder of the season.

The Five Ways To Wellbeing are: Connect; Be Active; Take Notice; Keep Learning and Give.

“January and February are when many of us need a bit of lift. Wellbeing is not just about being in good physical condition,” said John Drummey, the General

Manager of Kerry Mental Health Association.

“It crucially includes the state of your mental health. If our minds are not in a good place, there can be a series of knock-on effects that will impact the quality of our overall wellbeing. We are grateful to the men and women who play with Kerry’s five senior basketball teams for sharing their ‘timeouts’ to promote the Five Ways To Wellbeing.

Kerry Mental Health Association recognises and appreciates the volunteers who work in the background to promote basketball from underage to senior level throughout the county. We wish them a healthy 2022 and every success in their respective competitions.”

‘She’s Ace’, the prestigious All-Ireland Ladies Handball championship takes place this weekend in Tyrone. | By Con Dennehy Kerry will be well represented at the event with a strong team of players expected to add to their glowing reputations, and places in the finals a realistic goal.

It will be a memorable weekend for the Spa/Killarney Handball Club who will have three players in the ‘Ladies Challenger 1 Wall’ competition with debutants Aoife Walsh (Currow), Niamh Faulds (Glenflesk) and Sinead Moriarty (Spa) flying the club colours.

Moriarty, the recent winner of the Spa/ Killarney Tournament, looks a real threat in this competition which has been capped at 20 players. She showed wonderful skill and composure when she won

the ‘Ladies Challenger 1 Wall’ tournament in Spa just before Christmas.

“This is a very strong Kerry contingent and the first time so many women from the County will participate in this competition. Ladies handball in Kerry is on the rise and a win in any of the competitions will be a massive boost for the sport in Kerry. The Spa/Killarney Club is honoured to have three promising young players competing and they are the flag bearers in the development of the sport in the Killarney and East Kerry region,” said Eoin O’Donoghue, secretary of the Spa/Killarney Handball Club.

The championships, began yesterday (Thursday) across several venues in Tyrone, and will conclude on Sunday.

MENTAL HEALTH MESSAGE: Mental Health Association and the five Kerry teams that compete in the Basketball Super and National Leagues have come together to promote the 5 Ways To Wellbeing during timeouts at their home games for the remainder of the season. Pictured at Kerry Airport to launch the campaign were: Paris McCarthy (Team Garveys St Mary's Castleisland), David Gleeson (Scott's Lakers St Paul's Killarney), Eoin Evans (Team 360 Financial Killorglin), Fergal O'Sullivan (Garveys Tralee Warriors) Andrew Fitzgerald (Killarney Cougars). Photo: Domnick Walsh

HAVE NEWS? CELEBRATION: Pictured at the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary for the christening of baby Róisín O'Carroll were L-R Grandparents Denis O'Carroll, Geraldine Houlihan, Parents Cáitlín and Damien O'Carroll, and Grandparents Marie O'Carroll and Con Houlihan. Photo: Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

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Madama Butterfly at the INEC Arena in March Opera and performing arts lovers are in for a treat on March as the acclaimed ‘Madama Butterfly” is set for the INEC Arena.

‘Madama Butterfly’ is Puccini’s popular tale on which the hit West End musical ‘Miss Saigon’ is based.

One of the world’s most popular operas, Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results.

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Elena Dee the international Korean soprano stars, with her emotive and perfect portrayal of Cio Cio San (Madama Butterfly).

She was spotted by Ellen Kent when she was working under the musical direction of the great Moldovan baritone Vladimir

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Ellen auditioned her and suggested she came back when she had acquired more experience vocally.

Ellen auditioned Elena again some years later and the rest is history. She went on to sing Aida, Tosca, Mimi and Madama Butterfly for Ellen. Her portrayals of these roles were stunning both musically and dramatically. Elena will also be playing Floria Tosca in Tosca.

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Peggy O’Callaghan was a founder of Kilcummin Scór | By Sean Moriarty Tributes have been paid to Peggy O’Callaghan, who was laid to rest on Tuesday of this week.

TRIBUTE: Peggy O'Callaghan helped women get more involved in Kilcummin GAA club

Peggy played a central role in all activities related to Kilcummin parish. She passed away peacefully at her home in Kilcummin on Friday last.

Peggy and her husband Michael founded Kilcummin Scor in 1978 – the music and drama arm of the local GAA club.

“It afforded the opportunity to females to participate in club activities long before ladies' football was initiated and it

brought many people into the club, many of whom remained involved in different capacities over the years,” said a club statement.

“She has left us a wonderful legacy and will be remembered fondly by those lucky enough to have met her.”

Peggy will be sadly missed by her husband Michael, sons Diarmuid and Shane, daughters-in-law Trisha and Áine, grandchildren Dara, Caoimhe, Donnacha, Siún and Éabha, brothers Seánie and Frank, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, extended family, neighbours and friends.

OPERA: International Korean soprano Elena Dee will play Madama Butterfly at the INEC in March.

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watch This Is Not A Comedy Gabriel Nuncio, Adriana Paz, Alejandro Saevich and Cassandra Ciangherotti are the stars of Netflix’s freshest dramatic comedy released today (Friday).

The film is spoken in Spanish with English subtitles. Directed by Rodrigo Guardiola alongside the star of the movie Gabriel Nuncio. With a run-time of 105 minutes you won’t be kept up all night but should get a few laughs in throughout the film. In short, the film, which is Winner for Best Feature Film and Best Cinematography (María

Secco) at the Guadalajara International Film Festival, follows the life of a middle-aged comedian (Gabriel) whose career never really took off. As his finances continue to crumble he begins to focus on an ambitious script about the arrival of the first humans on mars. Meanwhile, Gabriel struggles with a decision to help a close friend get pregnant without it affecting their friendship, that’s if he is even physically capable of this task.

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read The Raptures Author: Jan Carson Fresh out of the gate in 2022 is this fictional novel set in a small community in Belfast that follows the life of Hannah Adger, a teenager from a born-again Christian background. The story is based around a mysterious illness that seems in the beginning to be selective with who it infects. Hannah, already an outsider because of the peculiar hang-ups of her parents finds herself in a bizarre situation as she looks forward to 8 weeks break from school. Her classmate Ross is the first to fall ill to this vicious disease.

When several more children come to be infected it marks the beginning of a summer like no other. As the disease continues to spread the community becomes uneasy as questions about what is happening and who could be responsible circulate the town.

Hannah begins to fill with guilt as her friends continue to succumb to the mystery illness while she continues to stay in good health. Hannah has no-

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The Weeknd: Dawn FM Canadian singer-songwriter the Weeknd has released his fifth studio album ‘Dawn FM’. The highly anticipated album was originally made available to the public January 7th 2022. Released

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Community air ambulance tasked 512 times during 2021 The Irish Community Air Ambulance has yet to receive any sort of government funding despite being called out on 512 missions in 14 counties during 2021.

Last year was the ICAA busiest year since the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) Air Ambulance launched in July 2019. There were 490 taskings in 2020.

The organisation is Ireland’s only charity-funded HEMS Air Ambulance. It works in partnership with the National Ambulance Service and responds to serious incidents and medical emergencies from its base in Rathcool, near Millstreet, in Co. Cork. Each helicopter mission costs an average of €3,500, all of which has to be raised or donated.

The CEO of the Irish Community Air Ambulance, Micheál Sheridan said that they engaged with the Government and regional political leaders throughout 2021 to secure some State support for the vital service.

FUNDING

Micheál Sheridan said, “The HSE is releasing funding to private Ambulance firms to provide support during the continuing crisis yet the Irish Community Air Ambulance is still entirely funded by public donations. The increased number of taskings during 2021 show that we provide a vital service,” said Mr Sheridan.

“The cost to run the charity during 2022 is expected to be €2.1 million which is a significant amount of money to raise. We are so grateful to all our supporters who help us to bring hope to those in emergency situations but we will continue to engage with the Government to provide funding during these uncertain times.”

There were more calls to cardiac arrests, farming-related incidents and falls from heights during 2021. Cardiac arrests accounted for one in five calls with 103 taskings last year, that’s up from 81 during 2020.

July and April were the busiest months of the year for the service with 57 missions completed each month. Cork, Kerry and Tipperary accounted for the majority of taskings. The Irish Community Air Ambulance was also tasked to Clare, Limerick, Waterford, Wexford, Kilkenny, Mayo, Galway, Offaly, Laois, Wicklow and Kildare.

One in every three taskings required an airlift to hospital. There were 111 transfers to Cork University Hospital during 2021 which equates to 66% of all transfers.

University Hospital Limerick accounts for 20%.

their life-saving needs, not just the closest hospital geographically.”

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BUSIEST EVER: The Irish Community Air Ambulance was tasked 512 times during 2021, its busiest year ever.

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Micheal Sheridan added, “There were also transfers to hospitals in Kerry, Tallaght, Galway, Temple Street, Crumlin and The Mater as we saw an increase in the number of times we were required to transfer children and young people to specialist paediatric hospitals in Dublin. We cover an area of 25,000 square kilometres and treat some of the most critically ill and injured patients, bringing them to the hospital that is best suited to

Diarmuid O'Donovan from Cork was seriously injured when he was thrown over the handlebars of his bike while cycling around Slea Head, Co Kerry in May 2021.

He said he needed to be brought to a dedicated Trauma Centre quickly.

“A moment of carelessness saw me hit the road. I was on my own but thankfully it wasn’t long before I was found.

Paramedics, a local doctor, the local Fire Service and Gardai all responded,” he explained.

“I was drifting in and out of consciousness and it quickly emerged that I needed to be at Cork University Hospital as soon as possible. I wasn’t in a suitable state for a two-and-a-half-hour journey by road so the Irish Community Air Ambulance was tasked and landed in Ventry. The journey to CUH by helicopter took just 30 minutes. I had 28 different bone breaks including my spine, shoulder and ribs as well as a punctured lung.

I underwent several procedures that evening and spent 12 days in hospital.

I believe it could have been far worse if I had not been transported to CUH so quickly and that my recovery has been much faster as a result.”

LIFE SAVER: Diarmuid O’Donovan from Cork was airlifted to hospital after sustaining serious injuries while cycling in Kerry in May 2021.

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Belgian pilot on course for world record flight A 19-year-old Belgian pilot is hoping to complete a five month flight around the world this weekend.

FRONTLINE: Concern Worldwide’s Gavin Douglas was on the vaccination frontline in Sierra Leone and Liberia in West Africa

Irish aid worker witnessed vaccination efforts in Africa An Irish aid worker has described the desperate efforts being made in extremely poor and remote parts of Africa to vaccinate people against COVID-19.

Concern Worldwide’s Gavin Douglas, from Glasnevin, Dublin, saw the roll out of a €2.3 million EU-funded vaccination programme in Sierra Leone and Liberia in West Africa where fully vaccinated rates are about 5 and 20 per cent respectively.

“The contrast between Ireland and a country like Sierra Leone is stark and very worrying,” said Gavin.

“The people I met were getting their very first vaccine while here in Europe most of us are lucky to be now getting our third.

“We must also remember that these are countries where health systems are very fragile and where they have struggled with even having enough masks and medical oxygen equipment.

“They also have so many other challenges that include extreme poverty levels, climate change impacts, conflict and serious threats from other illnesses like

malaria. They also continue to recover from Ebola.”

Gavin went to the frontline of the EU-funded vaccination and vaccine awareness campaigns being implemented by Concern Worldwide and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Sierra Leone and Liberia. He met one of many “mobile vaccinators” who walk or sometimes use motorbikes to travel for days to very remote villages.

“They carry vaccines for polio as well as COVID-19 in a cold box, with temperatures at around 32C,” said Gavin.

What people in the remote communities fear most is hunger and the lack of access to food that can result from any restrictions brought in to tackle the virus.

“When markets close and people can’t work, then they don’t eat,” he explained.

“There is no social welfare system so they are really out on their own. Many people we spoke to saw the vaccines we gave them as a way to try and prevent lockdowns and food emergencies.

“I could also see while I was there how easy it would be for a new variant like

Omicron to infect countless people and how it could spread to Europe. People travel in clusters to work with no protection. Big cities such as Monrovia are destinations for travellers from all over the world, so an infection can easily spread.”

Gavin said there is a real need to help poorer parts of the world to get better protected against COVID-19.

“The connection between us and them is very real and we see that today with how Omicron has spread to our own neighbourhoods across Ireland,” he said.

“We are easily two years ahead of them as we try to get a third booster dose and as we begin to vaccinate the over-5s.

“Hopefully, in the not-too-distant future, everyone in the world will have equal access to these life-saving vaccines.”

Africa has the slowest vaccination rate in the world, with just 14 per cent of the population estimated to have received at least one dose of a vaccine.

Concern Worldwide provides development and humanitarian interventions in 23 countries.

Public values small local charities There are 1,334 charities in Kerry including local voluntary supports, such as disability services, sports clubs, and family resource centres.

Research findings highlighted by We Act show that people greatly value the work of smaller and local charities and community groups, with 71% of those

surveyed agreeing that locally based organisations have a strong understanding of their needs, while 60% agreed that being local to where they live is important to them.

Respondents to the We Act survey believe that these charities have a strong impact on their community and that the charity and community sector is more

responsive and flexible than statutory services during times of crisis.

We Act spokesperson Sarah Monaghan said: “We know that most charity and community groups are set up in response to a need or a personal crisis – this need is often local or one that an individual, family or group has direct experience of. For example, in Kerry,

Zara Rutherford is attempting breaking two Guinness world records. She is aiming to become the youngest woman to fly solo round-the-world (the current record holder was aged 30 when she completed her solo flight in 2017) and the first woman to circumnavigate the globe in a microlight aircraft.

Rutherford, who comes from a family of aviators, has so far, flown to 23 countries including Russia, South Korea and Singapore, She hopes to end her journey in Belgium this week after setting off in her microlight aircraft last August.

Speaking from Tabuk, a city in northern Saudi Arabia, on Friday last she said: “I get to see the world from the sky.

Moments that stand out, I would say definitely Saudi Arabia, it is a beautiful country, the nature is jaw-dropping.”

This week’s journey will take her over Egypt, Greece, Bulgaria, Slovakia and Germany before touching down in her home country before the weekend.

Banna Rescue is a voluntary inshore and land rescue unit covering one of the busiest beaches in the country and patrolling waters from Brandon Head to Kerry Head, including Tralee Bay.” Nationwide there are 34,000 organisations in the sector, employing almost 165,000 people with a further 1 million volunteers. The combined turnover of the sector is approximately €13.9 billion. Over 93,000 people serve on the boards of Irish nonprofits and charities.

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Kerry angling clubs encouraged to apply for sponsorship programme Inland Fisheries Ireland, the state agency with responsibility for the protection and conservation of freshwater fish and habitats and the promotion of recreational angling, is encouraging angling clubs in Kerry to apply for funding under its 2022 Sponsorship Programme.

Kerry to feature in TG4 Wild Atlantic Way documentary Three episodes of a new ten-part TG4 series on the Wild Atlantic Way were filmed in County Kerry.

The series, which started on Wednesday night this week, and continues every Wednesday for the next nine weeks, follows the Wild Atlantic Way from Donegal to Kerry.

In this series ‘An Cósta Thiar’, presenter Áine Ní Bhreisleáin gains an insight into the culture, challenges and benefits of living by the Atlantic and to find out if seawater still flows through the veins of its coastal communities.

On her travels, Áine will meet with the people of the coast, both young and old. She will spend time in the company of people who live and work by the sea, learning more about the attraction of these areas, and this life, through their eyes, stories and experiences. She will meet those communities and people who have a strong affinity with the coast and the sea, through new businesses, traditional livelihoods, recreational activities, ecology, birdwatching, ecotours, swimming, boats (of all kinds) and more. Áine began her journey at home in Gaoth Dobhair and heads to the wilds of Árainn Mhóir on the second leg of journey.

The third show platforms south Donegal while in week 4, Áine heads to the beautiful Achill Island.

Half way through her journey from Donegal to Kerry, Áine is in Carna in Conamara while in the the sixth programme, Áine continues her journey on the Galway coast, this time in Cois Fharraige Áine visits Inis Oírr in the seventh programme, the smallest of the three Oileán Árainn, to explore how life has

changed for islanders in recent generations through fishing, farming, tourism and sport.

In programme eight, Áine continues her journey, heading for the West Kerry coastline this time around, rowing with a local musician, Breanndán Ó Beaglaoich, a boatbuilder Eddie Hutch and even All-Ireland champions in Cumann Rámhaíochta an Daingin. She investigates the attraction of sea swimming for local women with local group ‘Snámh for the Soul’ goes foraging and paddleboarding with a woman who lives and breathes the sea and all it has to offer, Susan Feirtéar.

In the penultimate programme, Áine continues on her journey around the Corca Dhuibhne coast, exploring the history of trade in An Daingean with Brenda Uí Shúilleabháin and how the coast inspires artists with the talented Tomáisín Ó Cíobháin. She takes a class with local yoga instructor, Ails Ní Chonchúir and heads out to sea with local guide, Eoghan Ó Slatara, to learn about the islands on the west Kerry coast and she tastes some local seafood but she has to cook it first at the Dingle Cookery School. Áine ends her journey in Uíbh Ráthach, in South Kerry. She gains a different perspective on the sea while snorkling with Gráinne Ní Ailín from Sea Synergy and surfing with Cian O’Connor, explores the long history of this coastal community from the time of the Milesians with poet and historian, Paddy Bushe, and learns about the Seine boat with a local TikToker, Séaghan Ó Suilleabháin, better known as The Kerry Cowboy, and is there a better way to finish her journey than a first visit to the majestic Scelig islands?

Angling clubs, groups and associations in Kerry and all over Ireland are being invited to apply for sponsorship funding before the January 2 deadline.

In 2022, the €30,000 fund will have a particular focus on initiatives aimed at beginners and young anglers, as well as events that promote sustainable angling tourism.

Suzanne Campion, Head of Business Development at Inland Fisheries Ireland, said: “In 2022, our top priority is supporting projects and events that encourage more young people and beginners to try angling sustainably, as well as initiatives that help grow sustainable angling tourism throughout Ireland.”

“As more people in Kerry enjoy the health

and wellbeing benefits of being outdoors, mainly driven by Covid-19 guidelines, we are seeing greater levels of interest in angling nationally. For example, nearly one in five Irish adults are ‘likely’ to try angling in the future, according to Amárach Research. In addition to supporting those who would like to go fishing for the first time, we also have a unique opportunity through the Sponsorship Programme to highlight the importance of biodiversity, conservation and sustainable angling.”

Applications for funding from the Sponsorship Programme are now invited from angling clubs, associations or any local group organising an angling initiative in Kerry during 2022. The programme will remain open for funding applications until Friday, January 21.

Meanwhile, applications for equipment, staff support and biosecurity assistance can be made to Inland Fisheries Ireland throughout the year.

More information about the Sponsorship Programme is available by visiting the Inland Fisheries Ireland website at www. fisheriesireland.ie

St Patrick’s Day Parade set to return to Dallas, Texas for 2022

A Texan media outlet is reporting that the annual Dallas St Patrick’s Day Parade is set to return after an absence of two years.

It is said to be the biggest St Patrick’s Day Parade in the South of the United States.

Local news magazine: “After being cancelled in 2020 and 2021, the southwest’s largest St. Patrick’s Day parade is back on the calendar. Expect floats, live music, a block party, and plenty to drink, as attendees exercise two years’ worth

of pent-up St. Paddy’s revelry."

“The parade is the fastest growing in the country, Texas organisers say. In fact, it grew so fast that it was almost abandoned in 2012 when they could barely afford the cost of massive security."

Back then, one of the key organisers, Jake Levy of Desperado's restaurant, said that increased crowds have greatly added to the cost of the event.

"It's the biggest St. Patrick's Day Parade in the South," Levy told the Dallas Observer at the time. "We rival New York, Boston, Chicago."

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Gardening - By Debby Looney

Debby is available for advice and garden consultations, just call 086 6088156 or email barnhillky@gmail.com

Now is a good time to plan features in the garden Now is an excellent time to have a look at your garden and plan any new beds, water features or seating areas.

With relatively little growth, it is easy to take measurements and mark out where your new project will take place.

There are a few things to bear in mind when planning new features. First, the practical: are there water pipes, septic tanks, gas or electricity lines etc in the way?

Or, if planning a feature where construction is required, is there access to water and electricity?

Secondly, if you are planning a new bed, what is the soil like in that area, or have you better ground elsewhere which can be exploited?

I have learned over the years that the best thing to do with an area of bad soil is to cover it with paving!

On the other hand, if you are planning a patio, should you excavate the topsoil for use elsewhere? Planning a new bed or planting area is a lot of fun, and I always think it is a good idea to take the time, close your eyes and give your imagination free reign. Consult magazines, gardening websites and social media!

Have a look at a friends’ or neighbours’ gardens for ideas.

Decide how much time you have to

maintain it, and keep in mind Irish weather, commitments and other hobbies.

Often we take on gardening projects which we think, at the time, we will have time for. Say you want to commit to, for example, three hours of gardening a week – Saturday morning is the one time you have free.

Guaranteed one of those Saturdays it will rain! Then there is a morning spent mowing. Weeding will take up another few hours. Time flies, no matter what you do…and with age, I am coming to realise we have to work realistically with the free time we have. Gardening should not become a job you are forced to do.

Plan what the new area will be used for, and again, keep time in mind. Maybe a mixed area is better than a single purpose one.

What I mean by this is, you may have decided this year is the year to grow vegetables. Rather than planning out half your garden as a rotating vegetable garden, it may be better to plan out two small beds and a seating area, surrounded by an area of wildflowers.

This can then easily be converted to a larger veg garden if you feel the trial run went well, or converted entirely to a patio. In my experience, it is wise not to commit to a large scale project, especially if you are new to it.

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O Briain postpones INEC show until April

Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3 x 3 box contains the digits 1 through 9.

No math, nothing has to add up – solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic.

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Comedian Dara O Briain INEC show, originally set for January 28 has been postponed until April 20.

The current curfew of 8pm on indoor social events has forced the postponement of his ‘So… Where Were We?’ show.

O Briain has confirmed that tickets already purchased will be valid for the new date and that tickets are still available.

Tickets are on sale direct from the venue, www.inec.ie and more details can be found on www.daraobriain.com.

FOR THE NEXT FEW WEEKS THERE’S NO SUDOKU COMPETITION – Please don’t send entries in to the office as we are closed, but still publishing!

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Autopoint Motor Group ‘cleans up’ in national awards Autopoint Motor Group in Tralee has been recognised by industry peers for having the best presented cars in Munster.

Autopoint Motor Group is an independent motor dealer that specialises in all makes and models of second-hand cars.

Last week motoring news website Cars Ireland presented the car sales firm with

an award for having the "Best Presented Cars" in the region.

“There were over 300 dealers in Munster in the running so were delighted to have won it,” said sales director John Dillon.

This is the third time that Autopoint Motor Group has won this award, previously taking the title in 2016 and 2018.

AWARD: John Dillion (Sales Direcor) and Ken Wheeler (Sales and Marketing) accept the national award on behalf of Autopoint Motor Group

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Patrick Lawlor, Store Manager, cuts the ribbon to officially open Aldi’s new store in Killarney, Co. Kerry on Thursday. Also in picture are MEP Sean Kelly, former Ireland Rugby Captain Ciara Griffin, and store staff Bert Krause and Ada Sipos. The €8M store will replace its existing store at Ardshanavooly, and has been designed to be as environmentally friendly as possible, featuring free to use electric car charging points and being powered by 100% green electricity.

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Cllr. Donal Grady shopping at the opening of Aldi’s new store in Killarney, on Thursday. Photo: Don MacMonagle

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Weird and wonderful insurance policies As it is January I thought I would start the year on a light hearted note.

Lloyds of London is an insurance marketplace founded in a London coffee shop over 300 years ago.

Today it is the world’s leading market for specialist insurance, from large maritime risks to space satellites.

Here are some of the more interesting and obscure insurance policies put in place over the years.

• David Beckham insured his legs with Lloyds for £100m in 2006 • Dolly Parton has insured her 40dd breasts for £3.8m • Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards hands are insured for $1.6m

• Michael Flatleys legs were insured for $47 Million. The policy was only in effect when he was touring and forbade him from dancing except on stage.

• James Dean took out a life policy for $100,000 just a week before his tragic death at the age of 25 • The actor Richard Burton purchased a 69.42 carat diamond from Cartier for $1.1 Million in 1969 as a gift for Elizabeth Taylor. It was the world’s most expensive diamond at the time. Once

Lloyds had insured the diamond they specified that Taylor should wear it in public for only 30 days a year and even then be protected by security guards.

The diamond was sold in 1978 for an estimated $5 Million which would equate to roughly $19 Million today.

• According to novelist and inventor Arthur C Clarke, director Stanley Kubrick wanted to take out insurance with Lloyds to protect himself against losses in the event that extra-terrestrial intelligence was discovered before his movie, ‘2001: A Space Odyssey’ was released. Lloyds refused to quote for this one.

John Healy of Healy Insurances.

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Further rise in house prices According to the latest residential market review and outlook from leading property advisors DNG, house prices are set to continue rising this year, following the strong growth in values recorded in 2021.

At a national level (excluding Dublin) the DNG National Price Gauge (NPG) recorded an increase in the average price of a second hand home of 13.6% last year, a marked acceleration in the rate of inflation compared to 2020 when prices rose by 1.4%. At the national level (including Dublin) the overall rate of price increase last year stood at 12.0%. The NPG, which tracks house prices across the country on a half yearly basis, recorded growth of 5.3% in the six months to December 2021, compared to an increase of 7.9% in the first six months of last year.

All regions of Ireland recorded double digit price growth in 2021, except for Dublin (+9.9%). Nationally, the strongest rate of

house price appreciation was in the MidWest region (+17.2%) followed by the Midlands (+14.2%) and West (+13.8%) whilst the South East region saw the lowest rate of growth in prices last year (+11.0%). Outside the capital the highest average price was found in the Mid-East (€349,259) followed by the South West (€279,844).

Looking at the outlook for the year ahead, the agency forecasts further growth in prices both in Dublin and nationally, with regional price gains set to outstrip those in the capital where nominal values are already elevated, and affordability is more challenged. The agency is forecasting an average uplift in regional markets of 1213% this year whilst price growth in Dublin will more likely be high single digits, in the order of 6-8%.

The factors underpinning the forecasts include continued strong economic and wage growth, the heightened household savings levels seen in 2020-21, the ex-

tension of government initiatives for first time buyers announced in the budget, strong demand from this cohort evident in the mortgage approvals data and the prevailing low interest rate environment.

On the supply side, whilst the supply of new residential completions is set to increase to around 26,000 units this year, this will still be well below the estimated 30-35,000 new units required each year to meet demand thereby putting upward pressure on prices in the market.

“Whilst Covid-related issues rightly dominated the news agenda in 2021, housing undoubtedly came a close second, given the emotive nature of the housing debate and the current market dynamics of rising house prices and rents and a shortage of accommodation available to buy or rent, not only in Dublin but across the country.”, said DNG’s Director of Research Paul Murgatroyd said “Price growth was clearly very robust last year across all regions

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and the factors that drove those increases continue to be evident in the market as we enter 2022. The stock of homes for sale in the second hand market remains very low by historical standards and this, combined with the elevated level of demand, brought about in part by factors linked to changing behaviours throughout the pandemic, will mean further price appreciation will be evident as we progress through the year ahead.”

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Important date SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL reminders about CAO applications Try a Universal Beauty - By Jill O'Donoghue

Jill is available for advice and beauty consultations, at Killarney Toning & Beauty Studio. Call 064 6632966

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The normal closing date for CAO applications is on February 1 at 5pm, so it is really important that any students applying from Leaving Certificate, Further Education or as Mature Applicants are clear on the deadlines and application process.

Before you start make sure to look at the CAO handbook which is available as in interactive flipbook or to download from www.cao.ie, which also has a lot of resources to help applicants and parents.

To register, log on to www.cao.ie and click on Apply, it will ask you first to input your personal and contact details along with the category of applicant you are. Once you create a password and submit payment you receive you CAO number which means you are registered. It is advisable to go through the Demo Version of the CAO form first which is available on their website in the ‘Student Resources’ section.

Applicants who register before January 20 at 5pm will be charged the discounted application fee of €30, which increases to €45 up to February 1. Once you have registered you have until February 1st to add and change your courses, free of charge. On May 5, the Change of Mind facility will open and you will have the change to change your courses, with certain restrictions, up to July 1 at 5pm.

Course choices You have the option of filling in 20 courses in total – 10 choices on level 8 (Honours Bachelor Degrees) and 10 on level 7/6 (Ordinary Bachelor Degrees / Higher Certificates) and it is advisable to fill as many as you can to give yourself the best chance of being offered a place on a course you like.

It is essential though that you research carefully all the courses you are going to include. Often students are careful about their first couple of choices but don’t research the courses that are further down the list well enough. Don’t make this mistake. Every course you put down should be one that you are genuinely interested in and willing to do so consider all options carefully. The majority of level 7/6 courses have progression routes onto level 8.

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This is the golden rule of the CAO and a very common mistake made by students every year. Always put down your courses in order of preference, not in the order of the points from the previ-

It's that time of the year again - New Year's resolutions and plans to get the health and fitness levels in check.

Niamh Dwyer is a Guidance Counsellor in Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore, and Chairperson of the Kerry Branch of Guidance Counsellors. She is also a Career Consultant.

For details see www.mycareerplan.ie or follow MyCareerPlan on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

ous year. Points for courses change each year and you will not know the points for 2022 until the day that the Round 1 offers are issued by CAO, which is usually a couple of days after the Leaving Cert results come out. Also you don’t know what points you are going to get until those results come out and it will be too late to make changes to your CAO application at that stage.

Restrictions for the February 1 deadline While you will get the opportunity to change your course choices later in the year, there are certain restrictions to take note of regarding the February 1st deadline. If you are applying for ‘restricted courses’ they must be added in by February 1as they require some other form of assessment apart from Leaving Cert points such as an aptitude test or a portfolio.

Such assessments are usually carried out between February & April. Students who are applying for Medicine must apply to do the HPAT by January 21 on https://hpat-ireland.acer.org/.

Any students applying for the HEAR (Higher Education Access Route) or DARE (Disability Access Route to Education) schemes must have applied to CAO

by February 1.

You then have until March the 1st to complete those applications and up to March 15 to have supporting documentation sent to CAO (see www. accesscollege.ie). In the case of mature applicants, most HEIs (Higher Education Institutions) require applications to be in by the February 1 deadline.

Which in turn always improves mood, energy levels and that fabulous justworked-out glow to your skin, which is super anti-ageing. It even helps in collagen and elastin production. As we age and the body slows down, so does cell growth. It's a proven fact that movement increasing circulation and improves skin age and glow....

Even if it's just a 30-minute walk, it will get the blood flowing and the skin glowing.

If you need a little motivation, a push in the right direction, or if you have been losing weight steady for a little while, this exercise wrap is the thing for you.

Suitable for both male and female, it will help to tighten skin, even out its appearance, and detox the body which helps you to lose weight, especially when combined with a healthy food plan. It's massively motivating to plan the week’s food and choose healthy options where possible when you feel accountable to someone else.

One body wrap is great, but a course of three body wraps is amazing. We recommend doing one a week for three weeks, while following a low-calorie healthy food plan (no skipping meals).

Sea clay will be applied to your skin, and bandages wrapped on in a specific technique to lift and tighten the skin. Electrodes are applied, giving a light pulsing to the core and thighs, and finally you are tucked up into a heated blanket.

You will feel amazing after all that! An Indian head massage or facial can also be added to the treatment.

Here's the science bit - Key ingredients of sea clay: Bentonie has excellent draining properties for full body detox, skin clarification and purification; Magnesium Sulphate stimulates peripheral skin circulation, exfoliating and anti-inflammatory; Magnesium Chloride is a valuable mineral salt that permits cellular balance, combats stress and fluid retention, anti-bacterial properties; Zinc Oxide has bacterium properties and anti–inflammatory agents; and Sodium Chloride detoxifies tissues and tightens the skin.

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HEALTH & FITNESS Advice - By Angela Kerrisk Angela is available for advice and fitness consultations, at info@activate.ie • www.activate.ie

Forget the New Year's resolutions I used to make New Year’s resolutions, and get excited about implementing the changes, only to find my enthusiasm and effort slowly but surely disappear as time went by.

Like most people that make new year’s resolutions, I would abandon the resolutions by February and revert to my old habits.

So let us try something new for 2022 and forget about New Year’s resolutions!

Research shows that 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by the beginning of February.

Why? Because New Year's resolutions seldom have actionable steps.

This year, set smart goals, not resolutions.

Smart goals are specific, measurable, actionable, relevant, and time-bound.

Reflect over all areas of your life to determine where you are and where you want to go.

And while it is great to set goals, they are ineffective unless accompanied by a strategy or system to ensure success.

When someone successfully achieves a large goal, it is because they had a strategy and set smaller goals that contributed to achieving this goal.

James Clear’s book ‘Atomic Habits’ is a great read to learn more about this.

For example, if we set a goal of completing a marathon, it needs to be supported by a strategy, say running a distance each day for a week and then increasing that distance each week.

If we want to lose 50 pounds, it is important to break down this goal into mini-goals, for example, exercising for 15 minutes each day, drinking water and including more vegetables every day and aiming to lose one pound per-week.

If we want to become vegan, rather than completely excluding animal products

from our diet all at once, we would be better served if we, for example, started by eating meat only twice a week, and reducing that amount after we get used to it.

Our goals are the destination. The strategy is the system we put in place that ensures we get there.

Also when reflecting on these goals, I have one question I would like to share with you that will help you find more joy and fulfilment in 2022 …..try taking something up !!

Ask yourself …

What did I love doing as a child …that I stopped doing as an adult?

What is the thing you miss most? Is there something you absolutely loved that you wish you could still do now? Was it playing sports? Being outside in nature? Playing an instrument? Drawing? Painting?

Swimming?

Sit with this question and brainstorm Because here’s the thing, true joy can be found when we reconnect with that lost part of ourselves .. that childhood wonder, you will awaken something deep inside … something that’s all yours!

The part we decided we had to let go because it became serious business becoming an adult and this became our reality.

So, this year take some time to reflect on where you are and where you want to be, how to prioritise, put systems in place and have more joy in your life.

Find this something you used to love and for 2022 aim to do more of it and I promise it will lead to all kinds of inner magic.

It's as important to look back as it is to look forward.

To see who we were as well as who we are becoming.

If you would like help with any of your health and fitness goals contact us here at www.activate.ie and we will be happy to help.

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IN MEMORIAM

14.01.2022 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY

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1ST ANNIVERSARY

3RD ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

GUERIN

KELLIHER

In loving memory of our dear friend Jamie who is forever in our hearts.

In loving memory of Kathleen Guerin late of Old Church View, Kilcummin who died on 13th January 2019.

In loving memory of Eddie and Mary Kelliher Leamnaguilla, Kilcummin, Killarney whose anniversaries occurs on the 9th & 18th of January 2020.

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Jamie O’Sullivan late of Gearha Cross Beaufort Killarney who passed away on 15th January 2021.

As we lovingly remember our beloved Jamie on his first anniversary, his parents Patricia and Simon, his brother Diarmuid wish to express our heartfelt appreciation for the sympathy and support shown to us on our heart-breaking loss. We would like to sincerely thank all our extended family, neighbours, friends, Jamie’s many friends and work colleagues who comforted us during our great loss. With covid restrictions limiting numbers at the funeral, a sincere thank you to all those who watched Jamie’s mass online, paid their respects and stood in sympathy with us on his final journey from our home at Gearha Cross to St Mary’s church Beaufort and to Churchtown cemetery. A special word of thanks to Fr. Derek O’Connell for his prayers and to Fr Danny Broderick for the celebration of Jamie’sfuneral mass.

To Mike and Mary O’Shea Funeral Directors for their professionalism and guidance in arranging the funeral. To the palliative care nurses and doctor Anne Cronin that visited Jamie. The nurses and doctors at St Vincent’s Hospital Dublin, your care and kindness will never be forgotten. A sincere thank you to Kate Kearney’s, Pat Sheahan and to all those who sent food and refreshments.Thank you to all those who telephoned, sent mass cards, enrolment of masses, letters of condolences, floral tributes and to everyone who wrote messages of sympathy on RIP.ie.

To all mentioned and to the many more not possible to thank individually, please accept our personal gratitude in this acknowledgement as a token of our deep appreciation. Mass will be offered for your intentions A million happy memories Will not mend a broken heart.

The day God took you from us Our worlds just fell apart.

Nothing is more precious Than the thoughts we have of you.

You were so very special Jamie We miss and think of you every day.

Jolly Adventurous Messer Incredible Energetic These words combined make JAMIE and are only a subset of our friend.

Jamie, Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, you are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

“For all those who have loved, we’ll live forever” J.A. Hall Deeply loved and missed every day, lots of love from Siobhán, Katie, Ciara, Kate, Karen and Audrey. FTC xxx

1ST ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

O’SULLIVAN In loving memory of Jamie O’Sullivan late of Gearha Cross Beaufort Killarney who passed away on 15th January 2021.

It’s been a year since we lost Jamie We wanted to make sure you knew that you’re continually in our thoughts and in our hearts.

“And in the end, it’s not the years in your life that count.

It’s the life in your years.”

Your friend Dave, Shelly & baby Éirinn.

PRECIOUS MOTHER OF JESUS Mother of Divine Grace, you can find a way, where there is no way. Please hear my prayer and grant me my request. (Say 6 times daily & your request will be granted).

IN MEMORIAM

With tear filled eyes we watched her Suffer and fade away Although we loved her deeply We could not make her stay.

A golden heart stopped beating Hardworking hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

Always remembered by your husband John, daughter Marie, sons Danny and John, brother, sister, sister-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, nieces and nephew, extended family and friends.

Jamie lived life to the full with joy, pride and pleasure, leaving no doubt that he is so wonderful to think of and very hard to be without.

Forever missed in Dublin and Beaufort.

Kathy & Laura

In loving memory of Pa O’Dowd, Dromyrourk, Muckross, and formerly of 6 St Brendan’s Place who passed away on 16th January 2019.

Memories are special They dont fade away We think of you always Not just today.

Sadly missed by sons Seamus and Michael and Michael’s partner Caroline

3RD ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR

May your Sacred Heart Lord Jesus, be praised, glorified and honoured throughout the whole world now and forever. Repeat this 3 times.

35TH ANNIVERSARY RYAN

In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather Michael (Mickey) Ryan 23 Dalton’s Avenue, Killarney who died on January 18th 1987. R.I.P He never failed to do his best His heart was true and tender He worked and toiled for those he loved And left them to remember.

Sadly missed by your loving daughter Lynsday and grandson Kenneth.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by, John, Brenda, Colm, James and Hannah

2ND ANNIVERSARY KELLIHER

In loving memory of Eddie and Mary Kelliher Leamnaguilla, Kilcummin, Killarney whose anniversaries occurs on the 9th & 18th of January 2020.

I look back in fondness everyday At the joyful times we had No one could wish for such a perfect pair As my special mam and dad.

1ST Anniversary Remembrance of a Special Friend Jamie O’Sullivan

He filled it with stories of happy years With friendships formed, good times shared and providing laughter through the fears.

They bring a smile Sometimes a tear But always a wish That you were still here

where we also remember Dan and Maria.

O’DOWD

A life well lived is a precious gift of adventure, song and grace Jamie made everyone’s world a brighter, better and funnier place.

Deep are the memories Precious they stay No passing of time Can take them away.

Anniversary Mass is offered at Kilcummin Church Thursday the 20th at 7.30pm.

3RD ANNIVERSARY

JESUS 1ST ANNIVERSARY

God saw her getting tired And a cure was not to be So he put his arms around her And whispered “come to me”.

I am grateful for what you taught me and I’m grateful for your love and I know that you watch over me from the heavens up above.

Although you’re missed so dearly and so many tears we’ve cried It is so sweet and fitting That you sleep softly side by side.

You shared your love, you should your life Many percious times together Now you will spend eternity Hand in hand forever.

Remembered and missed everyday by your son Eamonn, daughter-in-law Mary Teresa, grandchildren Abbie, Thomas and Anna

2ND ANNIVERSARY MCCARTHY In loving memory of Nora O’Connor, Woodlawn Park, Killarney, who died on 13th January 2019 We thought of you today But that is nothing new We thought about you yesterday And days before that too We think of you in silence We often speak your name All we have are memories And your picture in a frame Your memory is a keepsake From which we’ll never part God has you in his in arms But we have you in our hearts Always remembered by your loving husband John, daughter Marian, grandchildren Gavin &, Shauna Daughter-in law Jeab, great grandchildren Roan, Michael & Cian.

In loving memory of Con McCarthy Scrahan Court, Ross Road who passed away on January 11th 2020.

Thank you for the years we shared Thank you for the way you cared We loved you then and we love you still Forget you we never will.

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by your wife May, sons Neil and Stephen.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 15th January at 6.15pm in St. Marys Cathedral Killarney

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY

1ST ANNIVERSARY

19TH ANNIVERSARY

1ST ANNIVERSARY

LOONEY

LYNE

In loving memory of Eileen Looney Kiltrasna Farmhouse Muckross, Killarney who passed away on 7th of January 2021 May she rest in peace.

In loving memory of my dear wife Eileen Lyne late of Pinewood, Killarney who died on the 15th January, 2003.

In loving memory of a dear Mother and Nana, Mary Twomey Inches, Rathmore who passed away on 9th January 2021.

A bouquet of beautiful memories Sprayed with a million tears Wishing God could have spared you If just for a few more years.

Softly in the night You heard a gentle call You took the hand God offered you And quietly left us all

A silent grief that’s in my heart No human eye can trace For many a broken heart is hid Beneath a smiling face.

It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone For part of us went with you The day God called you home.

Always loved and remembered by your husband Denis.

In our hearts you will live forever Because we thought the world of you.

TWOMEY

O’DONOGHUE

In loving Memory of Michael O’Donoghue late of Gortagullane, Muckross, Killarney who died on 15th January 2021.

As we lovingly remember Michael on his 1st Anniversary we his family, his wife Cecily, Sons Stephen, Paul, David & Michael, his Daughters-in-law Rhonda, Bernadette, Anita, Breda, his 11 Grandchildren and 1 great grandchild, his sisters Sr. Rose, Eileen, Mary & Kathleen would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all those who sympathised with us on our sad loss.

Thanks to everybody who sent mass cards, letter of sympathy, perpetual enrolments, online messages of condolence & floral tributes. Thanks to all our wonderful neighbours and friends and those who sent food and refreshments to the house.

Thanks to those who lined the road as Michaels remains left his house enroute to Aghadoe and also the people at his graveside and to Donal Shine for singing at the grave.

Our thanks to the doctors and nurses in UHK, Deenagh Medical Centre, O’Sullivans Pharmacy and Dr Helena Moore for the great care over the years.

Our Sincere thanks to all the priests of the parish especially Fr Niall for the lovely meaningful Mass & graveside prayers, to the sacristan Tadgh Fleming and to Paud for the lovely singing in the Church.

Our thanks to Mike & Mary O’Shea undertakers along with Mike Duggan & his team for their help and guidance with the funeral arrangements.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. The holy sacrifice of the mass will be offered for your intentions.

He always had a smile to share, Time to give, time to care His loving nature – heart of gold Are the memories we are proud to hold Anniversary mass will be held on Sunday 16th January in Muckross Church.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. JKOC

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. R.F

IN MEMORIAM

To a mom that was very special who did everything she could while she was with us to make us happy You were in his hands in the end as God wanted you to be with him I love and miss you terribly Mom but I know you are definitely with The man above.

Your daughter Joan

23RD ANNIVERSARY BARTLETT

19TH ANNIVERSARY LYNE

Always loved and never forgotten, Twomey family.

44TH ANNIVERSARY KENNY

In loving memory of Willie Bartlett late of Barraduff, Headford who died on 16th January, 1999.

Your life was one of kindly deeds A helping hand for other needs Sincere and true in heart and mind Beautiful memories left behind.

We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving sons Harry, Freddie and Liam, daughter-in-law Bernadette, grandchildren Muireann, Cathal, Graham, Colin and Jonathon, great grandsons Ryan, Mark, Conor, Shane and William, great granddaughters Grace, Kate and Sarah, relatives and friends.

JESUS May your Sacred Heart Lord Jesus, be praised, glorified and honoured throughout the whole world now and forever. Repeat this 3 times.

3RD ANNIVERSARY KNEAFSEY

Treasured memories of our beloved Mother Eileen Lyne late of 81 Pinewood, Killarney who died on 15th January, 2003.

A light from our household gone A voice we loved is still A place is vacant in our home That never can be filled.

Lonely is the home without you Life to us is not the same All the world would be like heaven If we could have you back again.

How dearly we loved you And prayed you might live But Jesus just beckoned And we had to give.

He never thought when leaving home He would never more return That in death so soon would sleep And leave me here alone.

God has you in his keeping I have you in my heart.

Forever loved and very sadly missed by your loving wife Patricia (Pat).

Anniversary mass Sunday 16th January 2022 at 11.15am in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Milltown, Co. Kerry.

You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide And though we cannot see you You are always by our side.

Loved and remembered by his family.

18TH ANNIVERSARY HOGAN

God gave us strength to bear it And courage to fight the blow What it has meant to lose you God alone will ever know.

Our family chain is broken Nothing seems the same But as God calls us one by one The links shall join again.

Always remembered and forever loved, Your loving daughters Louise, Denise, Martina, Deirdre, Helen and sons John Paul and David, son-in-law Timmy and Gerry, Claire and Kathryn.

Nana

Treasured memories of a Dear husband Joe Kneafsey Killarney Road, Milltown Who died 11th January 2019.

In loving memory of our dear Dad, Thomas Kenny Muckross who died on January 15th 1978.

If heaven had a number I’d call you on the phone To say how much I love you And tell you to come home.

So rest in heaven dear Nana And thanks for all you’ve done We trust that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won.

Remembering and loving you always your grandsons Christian, Jack, Ewan, Cian, Adam, Jamie and Conor and granddaughters Orianne and Sarah.

In loving memory of a Michael (Mike) Hogan late of Listry who died on 18th January 2004.

R.I.P. Dad. Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us everyday Unseen, unheard but always near Still loved, still missed, Still very dear.

Sadly missed by your loving, son, daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren and extended family.

MIRACLE PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked You for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within Your own Heart where Your Father sees it.

Then, in His merciful eyes it will become Your favour not mine. Amen. Say for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. JKOC

JESUS May your Sacred Heart Lord Jesus, be praised, glorified and honoured throughout the whole world now and forever. Repeat this 3 times.

JESUS May your Sacred Heart Lord Jesus, be praised, glorified and honoured throughout the whole world now and forever. Repeat this 3 times.

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IN MEMORIAM

14.01.2022 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY

6TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

WYNNE (NÉE KEELY)

O’LEARY

In loving memory of Dymphna Wynne (nee Keely) late of Flesk Grove, Killarney and Beaumont, Dublin 9, who died tragically following a road traffic accident -12th January 2021.

In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and nana Catherine O’Leary Knocklebede, Kilcummin who died on the 8th of January 2016. also remembering Catherine’s 60th birthday which occurs at this time.

On Dymphna’s first anniversary we, her family, wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation for the sympathy and support shown to us on our heart-breaking loss. We wish to thank especially the first responders, fire-brigade crews, paramedics ,Gardai and ambulance crews who attended the scene of the accident. To the Doctors and Nurses at University Hospital Kerry , who cared for our family in such a prompt and compassionate manner under such difficult circumstances.

Life is a river, I’ll go with the flow and where it will take us god only knows I miss you sweetheart your kindness and love But I know one day we will sail away on gods ocean above.

Our sincere thanks to Fr. Niall Howard for his guidance and prayers and for leading the beautiful personal funeral mass for our mother. Many thanks to the sacristan, Tadhg and to our singer Máire and organist Anita, for their very moving musical additions to the mass. To our dear friends, neighbours, relatives and colleagues who graciously lined St. Mary’s Cathedral driveway and the streets of Killarney to pay their respects , or who joined the mass online. We were deeply touched and it meant so much to us at this time. Many thanks to those who sent mass cards, texts, letters, messages and refreshments. A special thanks to Kennelleys Pharmacy , Deenagh Medical Practice, Park Medical Practice and Randles Bros Killarney. Thank you all for your kindness during this time.

Finally, thanks to Mike and Mary O’Shea Funeral Directors and their team for their gentle professionalism in arranging the funeral and the transportation to the Island Crematorium.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere gratitude to everyone. We also remember our father, Brian V Wynne , who joined his beloved wife in heaven on the 11th August 2021.

O bhás go críoch, Ní críoch ach ath-fhás I bParthas na nGrást Go rabhaimid.

Always loved and fondly remembered by your husband Patie, daughters Marie and Kayleigh, son Ian, grandchildren Aimee, Rhea-Kate,Noah and Freddie son-in-law John and daughter-in-law Aileen.

7TH ANNIVERSARY MCCARTHY

In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather Sean McCarthy Glounacopple, Kilcummin who died on the 10th January 2015.

May the winds of Heaven blow softly And whisper in your ear How much we love and miss you And wish that you were here.

Remembered and missed by your Sons, Daughters, Sons-in-law, Daughters-in-law, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and Families.

Today is full of memories Happiness and tears Of birthday celebrations Shared throughout the years.

Never forgotten by your friend Eileen x

IN MEMORIAM

In loving memory of a dear friend Kathleen Doolan (Kathy Hannon) Ballinamanagh, Kilcummin who passed away on January 11th 2021.

In loving memory of Ian O’Riordan, late of Maughautourig, Gneeveguilla, who died on the 14th January 2013.

Memories we keep one by one things you’ve said the things you’ve done They bring a smile, they bring a tear And always a wish that you were here.

Sadly missed by Christina, Denis and family

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

We laugh, we talk, we play the part But beyond the smile is a broken heart The sorrow we feel, we can never explain And the ache in our hearts will always remain.

Fondly remembered by Martina, Dawn and Gráinne

The moment that you died Our hearts were torn in two One side filled with heartache The other died with you I often lie awake at night When the world is fast asleep And take a walk down memory lane With tears upon my cheek.

Remembering you is easy I do it everyday But miss you Ian is a heartache That never goes away.

I hold you tightly within my heart And there you shall remain Until the joyous day arrives That we will meet again.

In loving memory of Eileen O Donoghue late of Woodlawn Park and Droumduhig, Ballyhar who died on 15th January 2020

From your loving Mom, Liam, Melissa and Anthony.

God called your name so softly That only you could hear And no one heard the footsteps Of angels drawing near The Golden Gates stood open God saw you needed rest His garden must be beautiful He only takes the best.

9TH ANNIVERSARY

Sadly missed and always remembered by your sister Bridie, brother in law Paschal, niece Ciara and James, grand nephew and niece James and Isabel

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

O’RIORDAN

In loving memory of Ian O’Riordan, late of Maughautourig, Gneeveguilla, whose anniversary occurs on 14th January.

If we listen really close In the silence of the night We hear your voice of comfort to us And say that you’re alright But it is often hard to understand Why certain things must be And the reasons why they happen Are so often hard to see

In loving memory of Eileen O’ Donoghue Woodlawn Park and late of Droumduhig, Ballyhar who died on 15th January 2020.

19TH ANNIVERSARY In loving memory of Ann Quinlan late of 45 St. Brendan’s Place, Killarney who died on 16th of January 2008.

Annie Hannon who died on 21st Jan 1995 and Annie Bray who died 1st Jan 2017.

No words we write can ever say How much we miss you every day No one knows the grief we bear When the family gather and you’re not there.

In loving memory of Colette Flynn whose birthday occurs on 12th January.

O’RIORDAN

Loved and always remembered your brother Jerry, nieces Maria and Eileen

The Anniversary Mass for Dymphna will take place in St. Mary’s Cathedral on Saturday 15th January at 6.15pm.

FLYNN (NÉE TARRANT)

9TH ANNIVERSARY

The flowers we place upon your grave May wither and decay But love for you who sleeps beneath Will never fade away.

Loved and always remembered by your family Brian J, Colm , Karen and extended families.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

1ST ANNIVERSARY DOOLAN (NÉE HANNON)

14TH, 27TH & 5TH ANNIVERSARIES QUINLAN, HANNON AND BRAY

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But we find comfort in the knowledge That God is always there to keep The ones we love so much Forever in his care.

Missed and loved always Your nana O’Sullivan and all the gang in Maughautourig. xxx

13TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE YEATES

CROWLEY

In loving memory of A dear father, Michael Crowley Droumduhig, Ballyhar who died on the 18th of January 2003.

Time and years slip gently by But love and memories never die No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts you are always there.

Always remembered by your loving son Connie and Sheila.

To a loving husband and father Michael Yeates Tiernaboul Killarney and formerly of Clontarf and Donaghmede who died on 5th January 2009.

How lucky they would be if only they knew how lucky they were.

From his loving wife Ann and daughters Sheree and Kelsie.

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Harry Kane and co. foil O’Carroll’s cup dream

| By Adam Moynihan

Killarney man leads valiant Morecambe to brink of FA Cup upset With just 15 minutes to play in last Sunday’s FA Cup third round tie between Morecambe and Spurs, a major upset was on the cards.

Under the temporary stewardship of assistant manager Diarmuid O’Carroll (manager Stephen Robinson was ruled out due to Covid), the League One side led 1-0 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium thanks to a first-half goal by Cork’s Anthony O’Connor. At this point O’Carroll’s opposite number, Premier League winner Antonio Conte, cut a very apprehensive figure indeed.

Morecambe were excellent throughout as they frustrated their top-flight opponents at every turn. As the minutes slipped away, their greatest ever result came fully into view.

Disaster struck, however, when Harry Winks’ free kick deceived goalkeeper Trevor Carson, and late strikes by substitutes Lucas Moura and Harry Kane consigned them to an undeserved 3-1 defeat.

VALIANT

It was a valiant effort by the Shrimps

and their performance should provide encouragement as they look to secure their status as a League One club. It was also an invaluable experience for former Killarney Athletic striker O’Carroll, an ambitious coach who was promoted to assistant manager the Tuesday before the game. The Ross Road native went toe-totoe with one of the best managers in the world in a Premier League arena, although speaking after the game his focus was entirely on his players.

"I've got to give full credit to the lads," the 34-year-old told the Morecambe FC website. "They have come to a world class stadium and come up against world class players and pushed them and frustrated them for 75 minutes.”

(Among those “lads” was Castleisland man Shane McLoughlin, who put in a fine performance in the centre of the park.)

"Full credit also goes to the manager who set them up all week,” O’Carroll continued. “The tactics and system worked a treat. We didn't keep the ball as well in the second half, but it was only when they brought the big boys on towards the end

BIG GUN: England captain Harry Kane scored the decisive goal against Morecambe.

and when some of our players got tired.

"We were so close and we were probably just at the point of thinking that dreams could come true but it wasn't to be. We were left a bit frustrated by the goals we conceded but overall the lads can be immensely proud of their achievements."

FANS

O’Carroll, a former St Brendan’s College student who joined Glasgow Celtic at the age of 16, also heaped praise on the North Lancashire club’s travelling supporters.

When their team led 1-0, the boisterous Morecambe fans serenaded the home team with a rendition of, “Premier League? You’re having a laugh”.

"It's fantastic to see them, hopefully they had a great time,” O’Carroll said. "Whether they came down this morning on the early buses, or they came down yesterday and had a little bit of a party, that's what you

want.

"You fear coming down here that you maybe come down and get a bloody nose like some teams have done at big clubs, but in fairness to the boys, they did the opposite. They gave them a day out, they gave them excitement, they gave them goals.

"Ultimately [it’s] disappointment because we go home without anything, but again we have to be proud, and hopefully the fans will be proud of that performance."

Next up for Morecambe is the bread and butter of the league. They face fellow strugglers Wimbledon on Saturday and with Stephen Robinson out of isolation, O’Carroll will revert to his assistant manager role.

Last Sunday will live long in the memory for O’Carroll and his family. No doubt he will be hoping for a return to the biggest stage at some point in the future.

HOT SEAT: Killarney native Diarmuid O'Carroll was in temporary charge of Morecambe after Stephen Robinson tested positive for Covid-19.

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CELEBRATIONS: The Killarney RFC U16s in celebratory mood with their coaches Diarmuid O'Malley and Josh Whelan. Photo: Anne Gabbett.

Killarney coast to U16 Munster final

The Killarney RFC U16 girls are on the cusp of provincial glory following a one-sided victory over Bruff in the semi-final of the Munster League.

The Killarney girls were superb on the day despite the wintry January conditions.

After taking a 7-0 lead in the first half, they powered on in the second to register a comfortable 26-point win.

They now await the winners of the other semi between Ennis and Ballincollig, which is due to take place this weekend.

ENTERTAINING

Played in front of a large crowd in Aghadoe on a very wet afternoon, the girls from Killarney and Bruff played out an entertaining game of rugby.

Killarney attacked right from the start but the Bruff defensive line was very much up to the challenge; on a couple of occasions they made some great try-saving tackles.

In fairness to the hosts, they kept playing good passing rugby and Bronagh Dorrian eventually forced her way over the line to give them the lead. Dorrian duly converted her own try to make it 7-0 at the interval.

Killarney started off the second half right where they left off. Marina Eager, Niamh Dorrian and Ali O’Donoghue made some weaving runs but again the Bruff tackling was of the highest standard.

Eventually Bronagh Dorrian got over the line for her second try following some good play by centre Holly O’Sullivan.

Killarney now had a lead of 12 points.

Then some excellent interplay by the outstanding Killarney back row set up Clodagh Foley for the try of the day.

With 15 minutes remaining on the clock, the Killarney No. 8 Ava O’Malley picked from the base of the scrum and touched down for the home team’s fourth try.

Captain Fia Whelan converted to bring her side’s tally to 26 and round off the day’s scoring.

The Killarney replacements added a lot to the team’s performance and Gráinne

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Kennedy, who had been introduced just after half-time, made a great break but was just denied by another excellent Bruff tackle.

PERFORMANCE

Speaking to the Killarney Advertiser, coach Diarmuid O’Malley said he was “delighted” with his team’s performance.

“Weather-wise it wasn’t really what we would have liked – we like to play a running style of rugby, so the wet conditions wouldn’t have suited. That made the result even more pleasing, against a very abrasive Bruff team who were very resolute.

“Reaching the final is huge for Killarney RFC. Kerry teams normally play second or third fiddle to clubs from the strongholds in Cork and Limerick, and they normally operate in the second or third tier of competitions. These girls are playing in the highest tier in the province, so that is hugely satisfying. A lot of the players are relatively new to the game and they’re really enjoying it.

“We had a huge crowd at the semi-final and they gave the girls great support.”

O’Malley is hoping for another strong Killarney turnout for the final, which is likely to take place the weekend of January 22/23.

KILLARNEY: 1. Annie O’Reilly, 2. Ella Guerin Crowley, 3. Molly Gabbett, 4.

Joanne O’Keefe, 5. Jess O’Sullivan, 6.

Melissa McCarthy, 7. Clodagh Foley, 8.

Ava O’Malley, 9. Robyn Landers, 10. Fia Whelan (captain), 11. Ali O’Donoghue, 12. Bronagh Dorrian, 13. Holly O’Sullivan, 14. Niamh Dorrian, 15. Marina Eager.

Subs: Miriam O’Sullivan, Isabella O’Leary, Gráinne Kennedy, Lucy O’Sullivan, Nell Moore, Kate Mangan, Coaches: Diarmuid O’Malley, Josh Whelan. Manager: Anne Gabbett.

Kerry victory sets up Cork showdown A depleted Kerry squad made light work of Tipperary on Wednesday night to top Group A of the McGrath Cup and set up a final against old rivals Cork.

That preseason decider will take place on Saturday, January 22 in Killarney’s Fitzgerald Stadium. Supporters will be hoping that The Rebels can offer some kind of resistance; so far Kerry have faced very little.

The visitors totally dominated Wednesday’s match in Templetuohy, racing into an 8-0 lead in the first quarter. With the team’s best passers – Paudie Clifford, Seán O’Shea and Tom O’Sullivan – pinging long, accurate balls into the full forward line, and that full forward line well on top of their markers, it was easy pickings for Kerry in the opening minutes. Killian Spillane (0-6) and Paul Geaney (0-2) looked particularly sharp on the night, and Darragh Roche (0-1) was involved in a number of scores on his first start for the seniors.

Kerry led by 10 points (12-2) at halftime and in truth the second half was pretty much a non-event. Both sides

made a slew of changes, although the lack of numbers available to Jack O’Connor was noticeable. With several players unavailable due to club and colleges commitments, he named just eight subs (11 are permitted). Three of those players – Tony Brosnan, Jack Savage and Paul O’Shea – played earlier the same day in MTU Kerry’s win over UCD. Brosnan and Savage made second-half appearances for Kerry, and the Crokes man popped over two points to add to the 1-4 he registered in Sigerson action.

Paudie Clifford scored the only goal of the game in the final quarter after good interplay between Éanna Ó Conchúir and Geaney.

In the end the 21-point margin of victory didn’t flatter Kerry one bit. It was an easy day for the backs in particular, although Spa’s Dan O’Donoghue still managed to give a good account of himself at corner back.

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TEMPLETUOHY MAIN MAN: Seán O’Shea was an influential figure as Kerry advanced to the McGrath Cup final. File Photo: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile.

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Eamonn Fitzgerald reflects on a very positive week of early season intercounty action A new year, two new Kerry managers and they both got off to a winning start.

Patrick O’Sullivan, the newly re-elected Kerry County Board chairman, was a a happy man crossing the Austin Park pitch after the footballers defeated Limerick and the hurlers beat Tipperary for the first time ever. Tales of the unexpected. Results don’t come any better than that to open up the 2021 season.

Great and all as those results were, there are caveats, which managers Stephen Molumphy and Jack O’Connor will heed.

“Stephen who?” many will ask. The pedigree of the man with the strange sounding surname is very good after working with the Wexford and Waterford hurlers in recent years. He is a former hurler of note with his native Waterford. Molumphy takes on this managerial post with the Kerry senior team in succession to Fintan O’Connor, who did a great job these past few years.

It is still only early January and stiffer challenges, much stiffer, face both Jack and Stephen. What matters is the lure of July.

Also, Limerick were very weak and Tipperary had just two regulars on their hurling side, but they will be stung all the same. Losing a hurling game 0-14 to 0-17 to Kerry is unthinkable and, in their eyes, unforgivable.

Colm Bonner is now in charge of Tipp, one of the great Bonner hurling brothers, all CBs: Colm, Conor and Cormac.

They played their club hurling with Cashel King Cormacs. Cormac Bonner played with St Pat’s East Kerry and Dr Crokes when he relocated to Killarney, taking up a post as principal of Presentation Secondary School in Milltown.

Affectionately known as ‘The Viking’ and still living in Killarney, you feel that the former All-Star could still use his impressive stature and goal-scoring feats for club or county. Dream on. Life moves on, even for this great hurling family.

Colm won All-Irelands with his native Tipp in 1989 and 1991 and has vast managerial experience with Waterford IT,

Ballyhale Shamrocks, Wexford and Carlow. Can he stop Limerick? Will anyone lower the Treaty colours?

The Kerry hurlers have performed admirably in recent years, even if they have failed to get over the line in the McDonagh Cup. They have been successful at underage level, winning All-Irelands, albeit in B competitions. That is not to be sneezed at, though.

CROKES CONTINGENT

The Tipp game was a great occasion for Dr Crokes duo Mark Heffernan and Conor Bohan. Last year the local club played in the Kerry SHC for the first time ever and these two men were central, no doubt attracting the attention of the Kerry selectors. They must surely be the first Croke hurlers to play senior with Kerry since Seánie O’Shea was in his prime, especially in that memorable championship match versus Waterford.

Next up for Kerry is Limerick and a reality check. I doubt if John Kiely will have many of his all-conquering All-Ireland team on show, but such is the wealth of talent in Limerick chomping at the bit to get on the first team, they are odds on to regain the McCarthy Cup. A good performance will satisfy Kerry, and Kilmoyley’s great Munster title will give a well-deserved boost to the coaches who are promoting hurling in clubs which are better known for their football achievements. Rathmore, Firies and Dr Crokes spring to mind from the East Kerry area. It takes great vision on the part of leaders of traditional football clubs to promote hurling on an equal basis to football, in respect of finance, publicity, allocation of pitches etc.

They deserve equal status, as do the ladies players, who are very much part of GAA clubs at present.

NEW CHALLENGE

Another man with a well-heralded challenge is Jack O ‘Connor. He faces his first real test on January 30, an away first round league game against Kildare. He will be focussed to win this one, espe-

cially after leaving the Lilywhites and the furore that caused. There was furore too in Kerry where his appointment, or more specifically the procedure by which he was appointed, made headlines for many weeks. Nevertheless, the fiveman committee tasked with finding the best manager to succeed Peter Keane did its work properly and recommended wisely. They went for Jack O’Connor, the tried and trusted winner and the best bet to make July 2022 a month to remember for the Kerry players, officials and definitely the supporters. They all have endured galling defeats.

Peter Keane was very unlucky, coming so close, but not close enough for the inconsiderate Kerry supporters. Páidí Ó Sé had a more direct term for the Kerry supporters. The late Páidí wasn’t a one for euphemisms, in English or as Gaeilge, his mother tongue.

Jack is a winner and he courted the job, comparing it to managing Manchester United. He also knows that this group of Kerry players are well placed to bring back Sam to Kerry. It isn’t a case of delivering the undeliverable. Kerry have the players; his job is to mould them into a title-winning team.

Supporters expect him to use the courier service - so much used and loved since Covid struck - but fast delivery of the canister is preferable. He has seven months to deliver and he knows the Eircode: KY 2022. If he doesn’t deliver, the murmurings will start. He’ll hear them, heed them and continue with his mission, but if Sam does not come back to Kerry by 2023, the rí-rá will start all over again for heads to roll. And it won’t be just the manager.

That’s pressure. Impatience is a terrible affliction.

IMPRESSED

Was I impressed with the first outing in the McGrath Cup at Tralee? Yes, I was.

Jack is a shrewd man and he is his own man. He is also very good on the optics and cute enough to understate any win.

He has the lingo for the media. Even the

The hurlers deserve equal status, as do the ladies players, who are very much part of GAA clubs at present.

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It was a wonderful occasion for the Limerick v Kerry match under superb lights at Tralee. No wonder a large crowd attended on a seasonably cold January night. Some came for a gawk; the majority attended to witness a revival, New Year resolutions to be played out.

We were 43 minutes into the game when Jack sent out a salvo. Kerry were leading by 2-12 to 0-4 and Limerick didn’t have a snowball’s chance of catching Kerry. A typical fast Kerry movement was turned over, not by a debutant, but by an established player. Jack sprang to his feet and berated the culprit. 2-12 wasn’t enough.

No mercy. He wanted a big Kerry win to send the fans home happy.

Kerry tagged on 11 more points. Winner alright. Kerry 2-23, Limerick 0-6. That score line will soften the cough of the begrudgers. A big win, with the magnificent Clifford brothers scoring those two early goals which killed off a very depleted Limerick team. Pádraig De Brún (Firies) did best for Limerick.

I believe that Jack was correct in putting out a strong Kerry starting 15, with no fewer than nine regulars, including the three All-Stars. That was wise. Too often in the past many Kerry managers gave new players a trial run on foot of great performances in the County Championship, but it became a cosmetic exercise,

trying to impress selectors on a very weakened team.

I think Keith Ricken erred with the first Cork senior team he put out in the McGrath Cup. It was loaded with new, untried players and fewer than a half dozen seasoned players. Once gain Brian Hurley came to the rescue by scoring 1-6. Kerry fans will remember his tour de force in the Fitzgerald Stadium in last year’s Munster final. We need a good full back to mark him in 2022. Jason Foley had a torrid time against time, but I was glad to see him starting against Limerick.

He is a fine athlete, with pace to burn, but full back is not his best position. He should be tried out elsewhere in forthcoming matches.

Keith Ricken may well prove me wrong because I have been impressed by him in scenarios that are well divorced from the football fields. He is a very good choice for Cork.

NEW FACES

Another very positive outcome from Jack’s first outing was that he gave eight of the subs game time and that is very commendable. What it means for any player to be on the Kerry senior football team sheet for the first time and then to be given the chance to shine. After all, who want to be a sub, all the time?

Three new players made the starting 15: Dan O’Donoghue, Pa Warren and Stefan Okunbur. Tony Brosnan, Cian Gam-

FIRST: Kerry's Fionán Mackessy is challenged by Ger Browne of Tipperary during the Munster Hurling Cup quarter-final.

Kerry's victory was their first ever in a competitive match against Tipp. Photo: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile.

mell, Seán O’Shea, Brian Ó Beaglaoich, Micheál Burns, Jack Savage, Paul O’Shea and Darragh Roche came on.

Great to see goalkeeper Shane Murphy starting, his first outing since that horrific tackle in the Kerry SFC semi-final against Kerins O’Rahillys that left him concussed. Fortunately, he had practically nothing to do and didn’t have to take his trademark long kickouts.

All of the local players performed very well, particularly so Pa Warren. He is small enough in stature he has a great heart and a powerful engine. He was very impressive at right half back. A tigerish defender, he knows how to tackle without fouling. He is well worth further appearances.

Stefan set the crowd alight with his Seánie Walsh-style of leap for the throw-in. He soared over friend and foe, grabbed the ball and sent Kerry into immediate attack. Jack liked his style as a minor and U20 before he headed off to sample the Australian Rules games with Geelong Cats. His return home to Na Gaeil coincided fortuitously with the re-appointment of O’Connor. Is he the answer to Kerry’s problems at 3, 6, 8/9?

I am sure he will be tried, hopefully as a midfielder, but not at 3 or 6. I expect Mike Breen or Andrew Barry to wear the No. 6 geansaí.

SLÁN ABHAILE

We acknowledge the deaths this week

of two great sportspeople.

Peggy O’Callaghan gave decades of unswerving commitment to Scór in the Kilcummin club. Many is the person who can thank Peggy for preparing them for their first appearance on the public stage. Go gcúitítear do shaothar leat, Peggy.

I was also saddened to hear of the death of a very popular postman Noel McCarthy. He was a wonderful sportsperson and so versatile in several codes, just like Johnny Culloty his near neighbour in O’Sullivan’s Place. Both fellow Legion club players, they had their eyes in to master their chosen sports.

Noelie excelled in basketball, handball, golf and snooker. He won a county hurling championship with Killarney in 1969 and O’Donoghue Cups with the Legion, amongst other sporting accolades. He also won Killarney Street leagues with Moyeightragh.

He transferred the skills of one game to complement his exploits in other sports.

He excelled in golf, winning a President’s Prize at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club.

Aspiring golf enthusiasts need only look at a splendid black and white picture of Noelie on the wall of the Killarney club to see his perfect swing captured during one of his many rounds.

Sincere sympathies to Kathleen and family. Slán abhaile, Noelie Mac, who always delivered on the post run, and also delivered in a variety of sports.

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TOP LEVEL: The Killarney Valley AC teams who competed at the National Indoor Track & Field Championships in Dublin.

Killarney Valley rubbing shoulders with the best Killarney Valley AC continued their upward curve last Sunday when they entered men’s and women’s teams in the prestigious National Indoor Track and Field Championships, which were held in Abbotstown in Dublin.

Despite going up against the best of the best in terms of Irish athletics, the Killarney Valley contingent gave a good account of themselves at the stateof-the-art National Indoor Arena, with coaches Tomás Griffin and Con Lynch coming away with plenty of positives to reflect upon.

The women’s team was comprised of Sarah Leahy, Ciara Kennelly, Alison Butler, Grace O’Meara, Ellen Moloney and Melissa Ahern, while the men’s team included Conor Gammell, Oisín Lynch, Kevin O’Callaghan, Sam Griffin, Jason O’Reilly, Dara Looney and Darragh O’Leary.

The nature of the team event presents a number of challenges and opportunities for the forward-thinking club, as coach Tomás Griffin explained to the Killarney Advertiser this week.

“The indoor league is senior elite level so you’re competing against really strong athletes, including some Olympians,” Griffin said. “Part of the criteria is that you try to cover as many of the events as you possibly can within all of the athletic disciplines. You compete as a team, as opposed to normal athletics competitions which are very much based on the

individual.

“If you are 16 or you turn 16 in the year of competition, you can participate. That allows us to give our up-and-coming athletes the opportunity to compete as part of a representative team alongside our more established, older athletes.

“There are two rounds with half the events in all disciplines covered in Round 1 and the other half in Round 2. Last week in Round 1 the track events were the 50m sprint, the 200m sprint, and the 800m, along with the 4 x 400m relay. So, for those events alone, you have to have sprinters and you have to have middle distance athletes all stepping up to compete against one representative from all the other clubs.

“The field events were the shot putt, the long jump, and the pole vault. You can see there you’ve got to have a pretty diverse club that is trying to focus on as many disciplines as possible on the development sides of things.”

POINTS

Individual athletes earn points based on where they finish in their event (12 points for first etc.), with points tallied together to make up the team’s overall

total. There are 12 clubs vying for the women’s title and 13 fighting for the men’s. After Round 2, which takes place on January 23 in Athlone, the top six clubs will advance to the finals.

The demands that such a competition place on a club mean that it is a major achievement to be able to take part at all. Apart from Killarney Valley, Leevale AC from Cork were the only other club in Munster who fielded a team.

“For us to have enough athletes of that age or above, that are competent enough in their disciplines to be able to represent us and compete – and score – is a significant breakthrough. We scored quite well across some of the events.

There were some events that we struggled to cover because we’re still trying to develop the full range, but as a club we know that we need to develop those disciplines.

“And we have some younger athletes who are 13 or 14 and they’re now learning pole vault, for instance. If we can maintain the momentum then we will have pole vaulters in a couple of years’ time.”

ENJOYMENT

Griffin says the Killarney Valley competitors really enjoyed the experience, while also putting in some impressive performances.

“They loved it. The bigger powerhouse clubs have very high-profile athletes at

their disposal; there were four Olympians whom our athletes got to compete against and interact with.

“Our own Sarah Leahy did exceptionally well in the 60m sprint. She ran the joint fastest time in the league, a personal best of 7.61 seconds, which is the fastest she has ever run 60m indoors.

“In the men’s 60m sprint, Conor Gammell made the top five and ran a personal best. We also had Sam Griffin, who is normally a long jumper, who ran a personal best of 7.58 seconds. He finished third in his race. Dara Looney, another long jumper who was doubling up on sprints, finished fifth and also had a personal best.

“Melissa Ahern, an up-and coming sprinter, ran 8.43 seconds, and Ellen Moloney, who was a first-timer at this level, ran a personal best as well. We have a good batch of sprinters competing and it’s good to expose them to this level.

“Alison Butler scored some valuable points for us in the 800m, and in the men’s 800 Oisín Lynch ran a massive personal best. Our shot putt thrower Kevin O’Callaghan is new to athletics; he had to throw an adult shot (7.2kg) for the first time and he did well, scoring five points for us. In fact, he threw the heavier weight nearly as far as he had been throwing the lighter weight.”

Griffin was keen to stress the importance of each individual team member to the overall group effort and whatever happens in Round 2, he is convinced that entering the competition will have huge benefits in the long run.

“We set ourselves of goal of having a team at National League level by 2023 so we’re a year ahead in that regard. It shows that we’re on the right trajectory.”

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Pool star Jota targeted

by FPL managers Liverpool midfielder Diogo Jota has emerged as one of the most popular transfer targets ahead of Fantasy Premier League Gameweek 22.

Hoops to host Cork City at Celtic Park League of Ireland giants Cork City will be back in Killarney on Saturday afternoon, three years after they last paid a visit to the town.

The Turner’s Cross club will come to Celtic Park to take on Kerry District League kingpins Killarney Celtic in a preseason friendly with kick-off at the Derreen venue at 3pm.

Celtic are currently top of the Kerry Premier A and looking strong in their quest

of winning yet another league title, while City are preparing for another season in the First Division. Their first competitive game of the 2022 campaign sees them face Midleton in the Munster Senior Cup on January 22. Their league opener is on February 18 against Bray Wanderers. Last year Colin Healy’s side finished sixth.

The match will provide Celtic with a stern test and is sure to draw interest from local soccer fans. Admission is €5 for adults and U16s can attend free of charge.

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World Rally Championship launch

The new Ford Puma Rally1 Hybrid that Craig Breen and Paul Nagle will drive in this year’s World Rally Championship is set to be unveiled on Saturday in Austria.

The World Rally Championship will undergo major environmental changes this year when new technical regulations drive the series towards a more sustainable future.

The season launch takes place at Red Bull’s headquarters near Salzburg ahead of the first round of the WRC, next week’s Rallye Monte Carlo, as a new era for the sport dawns.

Breen and Nagle will be in attendance and the launch will be live streamed on WRC.com

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Jota is being touted as the perfect replacement for injured Spurs star Son Heung-Min, who is reportedly out of contention until February. In fact, 47,000 FPL players had swapped Son for Jota at the time of going to print.

Son had been drafted in by thousands of managers as Tottenham have a double gameweek, but Portuguese baller Jota now appears to be the next best bet. He is likely to be part of the Liverpool team that will host Brentford on Sunday.

“Jota has scored four goals and earned 29 points in his last three starts at Anfield,” the FPL Scout explains. “This suggests that, despite having only one fixture in Gameweek 22, he can outperform many of the players who have two scheduled matches.

“Liverpool’s upcoming run of opponents further boosts the potential of Jota. According to the Fixture Difficulty Ratings (FDR), each of their next five matches score no more than three.

Mason Mount (£7.7m), James Maddison (£6.9m) and Lucas Moura (£6.5m) are also potential replacements for Son. “All three boast strong form and are set to play twice in Gameweek 22,” the Scout says. “Chelsea’s Mount faces Manchester City and Brighton & Hove Albion on the back of four goals, three assists and 49 points in his last eight matches. His 23 shots, 17 shots in the

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box and 17 chances created all put him among the top four players in Fantasy during that run.

“Maddison has scored seven goals and supplied seven assists in Leicester’s last 10 matches in all competitions. He has delivered 56 points in his last six matches ahead of meetings with Burnley and Spurs.”

STANDINGS

In the Killarney Advertiser League in association with Brian James, Ryan Scott currently leads the way on 1,388 points. Scott is ranked 40th in Ireland and 1,028th in the entire world. That’s out of millions of players.

Cian McAuliffe is in second place in the Killarney Advertiser league with Brian Quirke in third.

If any of this season’s Managers of the Month are yet to collect their vouchers, please contact sport@killarneyadvertiser.ie.

Strong entry for Cork’s Christmas Rallysprint

The Boggeragh Rallysprint, organised by Cork Motor Club and based in the forest complex of the same name, took place over the Christmas break.

Based near the village of Nad, the event attracted a strong 60-plus car entry and was won by West Cork driver David Guest and his Millstreet co-driver Liam Moynihan in a Ford Fiesta Rally 2. The latter is a member of Killarney and District Motor Club.

The first all-Killarney crew to make the finish were David Fleming and Kieran Doherty in their Honda Civic. The Killarney-based crew finished 20th overall on what was only their second time competing on a gravel rally.

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SWAP: 47,000 FPL managers have brought Jota in for the injured Son.

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SPORT NOTES

Killarney Celtic LOTTO: Numbers drawn 1, 11, 24, 25.

There was no jackpot winner and Match 3 winner received €150. The next jackpot on Monday, January 17 is €14,400.

Tickets are available from club members, the Dungeon shop, at the stand in Hegarty's Park Rd and also online at clubforce.com.

CORK CITY: Killarney Celtic welcome Cork City to Celtic Park this Saturday for a friendly with a 3pm kick off. Admission is €5 and U16s are free of charge. Please observe social distancing and mask wearing at the venue.

CONDOLENCES: Killarney Celtic sends its sincerest condolences to the Fleming family following the recent passing of David.

Mastergeeha LOTTO: There was no winner of the jackpot on Friday, January 7. The numbers drawn were 6, 7, 12, 16. Consolation prizes of €50 each went to Nagle Family, Mastergeeha, Kilcummin; Tom Ulick, c/o Klub; Jack, Oisin, Isabelle Egan, Mastergeeha; Donal Horgan, Knocknataggle.

Next draw will be on Friday, January 14 for a jackpot of €7,800.

Killarney Legion GAA KERRY: With January comes a new year and the formation of the various county squads for the year. And glad to report the club has a healthy representation all round. Andrea Murphy will once again be part of the U16 ladies set up while Chloe Hue and Aine Devlin are on the minor panel. A great achievement considering they will be both underage again in 2023. Elizabeth Mohan's fine club form sees her called up to the county senior panel and she is joined there by Kerri Ann Hanrahan. Kerri Ann had a stellar 2021 with the minor team so her promotion to the senior squad is

a huge step forward. Cian Gammell was a half time substitute in Jack O’Connor’s third coming as Kerry manager, seeing off Limerick in the McGrath Cup. William Shine, Ryan O’Grady and Eoghan O’Sullivan are all busy under the watchful eye of Declan O’Sullivan at the Kerry U20s.

Mark Heffernan, a dual player - football with Killarney Legion and hurling with Dr Crokes - was corner forward on the Kerry senior hurling team that defeated the mighty Tipperary in the Waterford Crystal Cup. They now face the indomitable Limerick in the semi-final. Best of luck to one and all in the year ahead.

Spa GAA 2021 SPA AGM took place online earlier this week and thank you to all members that attended. Our thanks to Club Secretary Patrick Regan who steps down from his role after three years and the senior management of Ivor Flynn, Kieran Herlihy, Neily Kerins, Brian Gleeson and Arthur Fitzgerald who have also stepped down.

COISTE NA NÓG AGM takes place Tuesday, January 18 at 7.30pm.

2022 KNOW YOUR SPORT: Predict the result of 30 sporting events throughout the year. Deadline Jan 31. Enter online on spagaa.com or contact John O’Donoghue for details (087 9403517).

MEMBERSHIP is now open on spagaa. com and the 2022 registrars are Gerard Mangan and Seán O'Sullivan (senior) and Shona Daly (juvenile).

LOTTO: No winner. Next Monday’s jackpot is €5,200 and tickets on spagaa.com or from usual outlets.

BEST OF LUCK to Gneeveguilla, Na Gaeil and Austin Stacks in this weekend’s Munster Club Football Finals.

MCGRATH CUP: Congrats to the Kerry team and management on their win against Limerick, special mention to Dan O'Donoghue on his senior debut

and Dara Moynihan, and also to Arthur Fitzgerald with the Kerry backroom team. Best of luck in Rd 2 against Tipperary.

IRELAND LIGHTS UP returns Wednesday nights from 7-8pm. This activity is open to everyone in the community. If anyone would be available to help with registration or stewarding any night, all help is greatly appreciated (contact Margaret on 087 9181970). No dogs allowed.

Dr Crokes GAA AGM: Dr Crokes GAA Club will hold their AGM on Monday, January 31 at 7.30pm in Fitzgerald Stadium. A number of vacancies will have to be filled due to retirements. There will be a facility for members to join the meeting through Microsoft Teams. Nominations for positions on the Executive, motions and recommendations must be submitted to Club Secretary (secretary.drcrokes. kerry@gaa.ie) on the attached forms no later than Monday, January 17. Members wishing to join the AGM through Teams must notify the Club Secretary no later than Sunday, January 30.

ON THE FIELD: Shane Murphy, Tony Brosnan and Micheál Burns lined out with Kerry in last week’s McGrath Cup win over Limerick. Mark Heffernan started and Conor Bohane was a member of the panel of Kerry hurling team that had a historic win over Tipperary. Congratulations to Siofra Randles on her selection on Kerry U14 panel.

SCOR: As Rachel Foley, Cultural Officer, continues preparing for Scor, which hopefully will go ahead this year, she is encouraging boys and girls of all ages who are interested in set dancing and figure dancing to join/re-join one of the three dancing schools that assist us in this competition. There are three levels of competition for various age groups

throughout the year. So get practicing with Daly King, Hegarty, and Hannah Majella with Daly King School of Irish Dancing. Contact Cliona 086 2444354.

Hegarty Irish dance academy contact Lisa 087 6403828 and Hannah Majella O’Donoghue set dancing classes, contact Hannah 087 6451910.

LOTTO draw took place on Monday, January 10. Numbers drawn 1, 4, 15, 17.

Six patrons matched 3 numbers receive €70. Jackpot for draw on January 10 will be €9,200. We are calling on all members to support our weekly lotto as this represents one of the main sources of revenue for the club.

LAST MAN STANDING will commence on January 15 at a cost of €10. This was a successful fundraiser in 2021 and we urge all members and supporters to participate. Full details are on Clubforce.

Any queries Whatsapp 087 4075766.

DR CROKES SHOP you can now shop worldwide new selection of jackets, gilets, masks and snoods and other items. Shop online.

WIN A HOUSE IN KILLARNEY: Kerry GAA County Board WIN A HOUSE IN KILLARNEY tickets are available from Dr Crokes GAA Club - €100 each. Contact any club executive member for details.

CONGRATULATIONS to Kilmoyley on their winning of Munster Intermediate Hurling Championship.

BEST WISHES to Gneeveguilla, Na Gaeil, and Austin Stacks in next week’s Munster Finals.

Fossa GAA KERRY: Well done to the new Kerry management and players especially Fossa’s Paudie and David Clifford in their McGrath cup win over Limerick.

LOTTO: 12, 14, 21, 28. €40 winners.

Paudie Griffin, Nunstown Aghadoe; Kenneth Clifford, Kilcummin; Chris Mangan, Woodlawn Killarney; Andy Breen, Barleymount East Fossa; Sean Reen, c/o Shane Kelly. Next week’s jackpot €3,300 tickets on sale from Foleys Spar Fossa, the Golden Nugget and usual sellers thanks for playing.

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BASKETBALL: The Killarney Cougars team who took on the Lakers over the festive period.

LOTTO: Numbers drawn 4, 11, 20, 28. €100 - Tim Fitzgerald, Dromkerry. €50 x 2 - Noreen O'Shea, Lissivane; John Kearins, Faha Court. €25 x 2 - Joan Spillane, Culleymore; Margaret Horgan, Dennehys Bothereen. Next Sunday Jackpot €3,900. Tickets are now available online on Clubforce. Also from O'Sullivan, Beaufort Bridge, Listry Community Centre. Faha Court, Listry GAA Grounds.

AGM: The AGM of Listry GAA Club will take place on Sunday week January 16 at 2pm. AGM will take place this year in the Community Centre Faha to allow for social distancing. Nomination papers, agenda and motions form will be available on club website and must be returned to club secretary Anthony Clifford Faha West Killarney by post or email

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14.01.2022 SPORT NOTES to secretary.listry.kerry@gaa.ie. Forms must be returned by 9pm on Friday, January 14. We are asking all members to attend please.

DEEPEST CONDOLENCES: Deepest condolences to Peggy Fleming and family, Rockfield on the recent death of her brother, Sean Joseph Ryan RIP. Castleisland.

PREDICTION LEAGUE 2021 RESULTS: 1st prize €500 to Murt Broderick sold

by Derry Ahern; Joint 2nd prize (€75 voucher each from Keane’s SuperValu in Killorglin) Pat Sugrue sold by Aaron O’Shea and Louise Moynihan sold by Derry Ahern; 3rd prize (three-month membership for the Aquila Club) won

by Aidan Fitzgerald sold by Joe Clifford.

Congratulations to all our winners and thanks for your continuous support in our prediction draw.

U14 KERRY LADIES: Congratulations to our Listry ladies and MKL Gaels LGFA player Naoishe O'Donoghue on making U14 Kerry ladies training panel.

Kilcummin GAA SYMPATHY: It was great sadness we heard of the passing of Peggy O’Callaghan Clonteens in the last week.

Peggy along with her husband Michael founded Kilcummin Scór in 1978 and as a result gave years of great fun and joy to participants, trainers and the general public alike during her 20 years as club officer. It afforded the opportunity to females to participate in club activities long before ladies football was initiated and it brought many people into the club, many of whom remained involved in different capacities over the years.

She has left us a wonderful legacy and will be remembered fondly by those lucky enough to have met her. The club's sympathy is extended to Mike, Diarmuid, Shane and their extended family.

May she sleep in peace.

KILCUMMIN GAA AND FITNESS CENTRE MEMBERSHIP: Memberships for the senior and juvenile parts of the club as well as the fitness centre can now be renewed or registered through the members’ Foireann accounts. Details on membership for Kilcummin LGFA will follow in due course. If you previously have a Foireann account just log in (you don’t need to set up a new one). If you don't have one already you can set up one by logging in to Foireann. Select the membership tab and then the relevant package for each family member individually but parents must use their own accounts as U18s should not have a Foireann account. Any queries to John Purcell on 087 6168449. Queries for fitness centre membership to Willie Fleming 085 7882288.

Glenflesk GAA LOTTO: No winner of Glenflesk lotto which took place January 10 in Glenflesk Hall. Jackpot €6,000. The numbers drawn were 1, 18, 22, 24. There was no

SOCCER: The Killarney Celtic U17 squad pictured before their game against St Brendan's Park.

winner. Consolation prizes: Oliver Daly, Kilquane; Corner Bar (Sellers' Prize); Mike O'Donoghue's Shop, Barradubh; Noreen O'Brien and Kevin O'Sullivan, Brewsterfield. Next draw will take place in Glenflesk Hall on January 24. Jackpot will be €6,000. Thank you to all who support our lotto and to our sellers.

Wishing you all every health and happiness for 2022.

AGM: Glenflesk GAA AGM (including Coiste na nÓg) will be held on January 20 at 7.30pm. The format of the meeting will depend on public health advice at the time but it is likely that arising from Covid restrictions a virtual meeting using Microsoft Teams will be held.

Further details will follow. Any motions for consideration at the AGM or nominations for Executive Committee and Coiste na nÓg positions must be submitted by email no later than January 6. Any motions or nominations received after that date will not be accepted. All emails to be sent to secretary.glenflesk. kerry@gaa.ie.

PAT SHEEHAN Weight Loss & Lifestyle Management. 12 week weight loss course Glenflesk GAA Club starting with induction night Monday, January 10 at 8pm. Cost €120 includes private health check-up, BMI, body fat and blood pressure, weight loss book with all program details, menus etc and a 1.5 hour induction talk on the first night. Check out Pats website for more details: patsheehanweightloss.com. Limited places available. To book contact Pat on 087 6856930.

East Kerry GAA WREATH: Johnny Brosnan chairman of East Kerry Board unveiled a wreath at the graveside of Humphrey Murphy, one of the founders of East Kerry GAA Board, at old Killentierna Graveyard Currow Sunday last. Humphrey was a commanding officer of the Kerry No. 2 Brigade and then became Commander

of the Kerry No. 1 Brigade who defeated the British in the War of Independence.

He was brilliant scholar and administrator and represented the Currow GAA Club at the first meeting that formed the East Kerry Board on May 17, 1925 and was elected Vice Chairman.

CONGRATATULATIONS to Kilmoyley Hurling Club on creating history by winning the Munster Intermediate Club final over Courcey Rovers.

MCGRATH CUP: Kerry 2-23 Limerick 0-6. Congratulations to all involved and management and all players from East Region.

CORN UI MHUIRI: Quarter-Final. Scoil Pobail Sliabh Luachra v Skibbereen Community School this Saturday, January 16 at Macroom at 1pm.

Beaufort GAA LOTTO: Results on Sunday, January 9.

Numbers drawn 4, 11, 16, 23. No jackpot winner. Consolation Prizes: €80 Jerome O’Sullivan, Ballyledder; €50 Julie Dorrian, Shanacloon; Janelle Moriarty, Keim; John B O’Brien, Ballagh. The next lotto draw for a jackpot of €6,200 will be on Sunday, January 23. Tickets available from usual sellers, shops, public houses and online at www.beaufortgaa.com.

Thank you to everybody who support the lotto.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING: Beaufort GAA Club Annual General Meeting will be on Saturday, January 22 at 5pm. Venue to be decided. Motions for discussion and nominations to be in to secretary. beaufort.kerry@gaa.ie by Friday, January 14.

IRELAND LIGHTS UP: Beaufort will take part in Operation Transformation, Ireland Lights Up which will begin on Wednesday, January 19 to March 2. You can also join the Irish Life Steps challenge in conjunction with Ireland Lights Up. This is done by downloading the Irish Life health App and selecting Beaufort GAA Club. The aim is that each club

clock up over 4,000km during the time frame. Everybody must sign with their own pen before walking. Lights will also be on for walking on Monday evenings from 6pm to 9pm.

SPORTS PREDICTION QUIZ 2021: Congratulations to Jeremiah O’Sullivan, senior player, who was the winner of the first prize of €1,000 in our 2021 Sports Prediction Quiz. 2022 quiz sheets are now available from usual sellers, shops and online at beaufortgaa.com. Predict the result of 30 sporting events of 2022.

Entry fee is €20 for one entry and €50 for three entries. Prizes range from top prize of €1,000 down to €50 prizes.

Syndicate entries also welcome.

Milltown/Castlemaine GAA LOTTO: Sponsored by Almas Takeaway, Milltown. Our next draw is tomorrow Jan 9 where the jackpot will be €12,600.

Get you tickets for this draw or renew your yearly tickets online clubforce or from all usual outlets. Mile búiochas do gach duine for playing Milltown/Castlemaine Clubs Fortnightly Fundraiser, the money raised is vital to the day to day running of our club and your support is sincerely appreciated.

AGM: Firstly, I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Happy New Year and best wishes for 2022.

Please find notice of our upcoming AGM on Friday, January 28 at 6pm in Nagle Rice Community Centre. Any motions for the AGM, together with nominations for officer positions, are to reach the Secretary, Susan Sheehan, Cloonmore, Castlemaine, Co. Kerry or via email on secretary.milltowncastlemaine.kerry@ gaa.ie by 5pm on Monday, January 10.

Due to Covid-19, mask wearing and covid certificate will be required for attendance at the AGM We will be monitoring HSE Covid guidelines and if there are any changes, we will inform all our members closer to the date.

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SPORT NOTES NEW SOCIAL AREA SEATING: If you have had a walk down around the brand new walking track you may have seen our fantastic benches made locally by Shane Corkery of Corkery Carpentry & Joinery. Early in the New Year Shane and his little girl Fiadh dropped down two more benches including a wheelchair accessible table for our social area.

A huge thank you to Shane for his hard work and generosity in providing these eight fantastic benches to Milltown/Castlemaine GAA Club. You contact Shane on 087784 6587 for further info on the many services that Corkery Carpentry and Joinery offer.

thanks to our generous Gameday Sponsor on this occasion Corrib Oil Killarney.

The next National League game for the Cougars is away to Portlaoise Panthers on Sunday evening.

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Ross Golf Club (Men’s) SYMPATHY: We offer our sympathy to longstanding Ross member Tadhg McCarthy and the extended McCarthy Family on the recent death of his brother, Noel RIP. We also offer our sympathy to the family of the late Michael Reen RIP who spent a long time working in the Ross Golf Course.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club SUNDAY DRAWS: Scotch Foursomes First Nett: Declan Kelly & Noel Moynihan 39, Gross: John McGrath & Sean O’Brien 45 and Second Nett: Adam Kelly & Robbie O’Brien Snr 43. Draws again this Sunday morning at 9am and 10.45am open to club members aged 15 or over.

TIM SCANNELL: The club was immensely saddened to hear of the sudden death of Tralee Pitch & Putt Club Chairman Tim Scannell last week. We offer our sincerest sympathies to Tim’s family as well as the Tralee club itself on his sad passing.

AGM: Our 2022 AGM will take place on Monday, January 24 next. More details next week.

Killarney Rugby MINIS TRAINING: Our Minis continue to train every Saturday morning at Aghadoe. Great fun guaranteed and mini rugby is for boys and girls up to 11 years of age. For details call Liam on 087 4145662 or just pop along to Aghadoe at 10am on a Saturday morning and give it a try.

U16 GIRLS INTO MUNSTER FINAL: A huge congratulations to our wonderful U16 girls who beat Bruff on Sunday at Aghadoe in front of a huge support, to earn a spot in the U16 girls Munster League Final in a few weeks. A brilliant display of great rugby, our coaches and team management are very proud of their charges and will relish the final.

Very well done girls!

U16 BOYS WIN AT HOME: A huge congrats to our U16 boys also who recorded an excellent win over Cork side Highfield in the Pan Munster U16 cup. A cracking match at Aghadoe last Saturday. This team is playing a wonderful brand of rugby and are on the road next weekend, heading to Clonmel for the next

PITCH & PUTT: At the presentation of prizes for the 2021 Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club Ricky Kelly Memorial Competition were the winning team of Robbie, Betty and Mellissa (represented by her brother Jason) O'Brien along with competition sponsor Patrick O'Sullivan of the Tatler Jack Bar, with Seán Kelly on behalf of the Kelly family.

round of the cup. Best of luck lads and coaches.

RESULTS: U16 Boys - Killarney 18-7 Highfield. U16 Girls - Killarney 26-0 Bruff.

FIXTURES: U14 West Munster Plate Final Red v Abbeyfeale, Aghadoe at 2pm. U18 v Garryowen, Aghadoe, Sat at 12.30pm.

U16 boys v Clonmel Away, Sunday at 12pm.

Gneeveguilla AC LOTTO: No winner of our lotto draw on Jan 7. Numbers drawn were 10, 13, 16, 17.

Sellers prize winner Paddy O’Donoghue. €50 y/t prize to Tom Hickey Riverstick, €50 to Tony Cronin Lisheen, €40 each to Cathy & Finn O’Leary Shronedraugh, Nora Keane Quarry Cross & Darren & Stephen Heelan Cullen. Bonus not won numbers drawn were 5, 15, 16, 22. Next week’s jackpot €20,000 plus €1,000 bonus. Winner of €200 surplus Michael O’Donoghue Knocknageeha.

Killarney Valley AC NATIONAL: The National Indoor Track & Field League Day 1 was last Sunday where we had both a Women’s and Men’s Senior team compete. Sarah Leahy, Ciara Kennelly, Alison Butler, Grace O’Meara, Ellen Moloney and Melissa Ahern all competed for the Women's Team. Conor Gammell, Oisin Lynch, Kevin O’Callaghan, Sam Griffin, Jason O’Reilly, Dara Looney and Darragh O’Leary all competed for the Men’s Team. Thanks to all these athletes that went beyond the call of duty for their club and thank you to managers Tomas Griffin and Connie Lynch.

TRAINING started back for all members last week. If anyone wishes to join the club, just visit the website killarneyvalleyac.ie where you will find all information on training schedules and how to join.

INFO: Email killarneyvalleyac@gmail. com for any queries. Please keep an eye

on your emails and also check our Facebook/Instagram page for any updated information on training.

Killarney Cougars JUVENILE NEWS: Our Juvenile teams will resume practice over this week with the older age groups U18, U16, U14 the first to return after the holidays with the teams games to be scheduled from this weekend.

SENIOR NEWS: Killarney Cougars will be supporting the Kerry Mental Health Association to promote Mental Health and Wellbeing in 2022. Killarney Captain Andrew Fitzgerald attended the recent launch on the promotion of the five ways to wellbeing: Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning and to Give.

We will be supporting the five ways to wellbeing at timeouts at our upcoming National League home games v Limerick Sport Eagles, Waterford Vikings, IT Carlow and Portlaoise Panthers.

RESULT: Men's National League Division 1 (Gameday Sponsor Corrib Oil Killarney) - Killarney Cougars 66 St Paul’s 89. Killarney Cougars hosted the first National League meeting at the Presentation Gym of Killarney Cougars and St Paul’s.

The current public health restrictions resulted in an earlier evening tip-off time and a restricted attendance on this occasion. A very young Cougars team contributed to a good contest won by the visitors St Paul’s with Godwin Boahen and Emilian Grudov both prominent as they combined for 55 pts. Cougar Justin Tuason opened the scoring to give Cougars the early lead and he was to be Cougars main scoring threat on this occasion with good scoring contributions also from Tommy Bowler and Jack Lynch. Godwin Boahen proved to be the difference on the night and he was a strong creative influence for Rui Saravia and Emilian Grudov throughout as well as being the game’s top scorer. Many

SYMPATHY is extended to the family of the late Dan Joe Moynihan, Dunrine who died recently. May he rest in peace.

KILCUMMIN RURAL DEVELOPMENT AGM: At the recent AGM of Kilcummin Rural Development the following officers were elected: Chairperson – John Lenihan; Secretary – Margaret O’Sullivan; Treasurer – Adrian O’Keeffe, with the following elected to the Board: Phil Doolan, Sheila Casey, Siobhán McSweeney, Jerry Pigott. We wish them all the best of luck in their new roles.

COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT SUPERVISOR: Employer: Kilcummin Rural Development Ltd. are currently recruiting a Community Employment Supervisor.

Requirements: A minimum of NFQ level 6 or higher in business/financial administration/HR/project management or similar. Three years supervision and people management experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, such as Word and Excel. Full driving licence and own transport required. Previous payroll and Revenue experience is an advantage. An in-depth Job Specification is available on request for those wishing to apply for the position. Please email: cm@kilcumminparish.com to request this. Applicants are requested to submit an up-to-date CV together with a photocopy of their education certification. A covering letter is also requested outlining applicants experience and skill set relevant to the position. Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form. Shortlisting may apply. Deadline for the applications is Friday January 28. Email CVs to cm@kilcumminparish.com. Post to: CE Programme, c/o The Chairperson, Kilcummin Rural Development Scheme, Clashnagarrane, Kilcummin, Killarney, Co. Kerry.

LOCAL LINK KERRY: Local Link Kerry provide a bus service to Killarney each Friday. Collection is at Kilcummin Post Office at 10.15am. Further information available from 066 7147002 or www.locallinkkerry. Bookings at locallinkkerry. ie. Office hours Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

COOLICK NATIONAL SCHOOL: Coolick National School is currently enrolling for September 2022. Please see our website www.coolickns.com or contact the school at coolickns@gmail.com for an enrolment application form.

COOLICK PRE-SCHOOL: Coolick PreSchool is now enrolling for September 2022. Morning Session 8.50-11.50 (limited availability). For further information please contact Ciara Moynihan on 087 1181993 or 066 9764549.

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