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15.12.17 Eve Kelliher takes a look at the news that’s been getting Killarney and Kerry talking

Positive Response To Our Áras Phádraig Design WELL, our series on innovative parking solutions has most certainly sparked debate across Killarney.

Last week when we unveiled an artist’s impression of what a multi-storey car parking facility would look like on Lewis Road, it garnered an overwhelmingly positive response.

This idea would tie in with the civic amenity proposals for the former Aras Phádraig site and incorporates the Lewis Road

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car and coach park.

Comments ranged from “This would be absolutely brilliant for Killarney” to “looks amazing” and “awesome!”.

Another reader noted: “Brilliant – best site for a car park without impeding the traffic of Killarney.”But yet another member of the public raised concerns about giving a “city look” to the town. “Killarney is a town and we must remember that,” according to the reader who added “we al-

ready have a cinema and shopping malls which is more than enough”.

Lastly, another respondent agreed that “theoretically, more parking will solve traffic problems in Killarney, but it may solve parking, not traffic, the roads into and out of town are too narrow, there is already gridlock at school times, and during the summer all day”.

The debate rages on. Let us know what you think by emailing newsdesk@ killarneyadvertiser.ie

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Landmark Celebration At The Friary EVERY good wish to Killarney’s community of Franciscan Friars who celebrated their 150th anniversary in town on Friday.

The Bishop of Kerry Ray Browne was the chief celebrant at the Mass in the Friary church on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.

The foundation stone for the church and Friary was taken from Muckross Abbey and brought through the streets of Killarney to Fair Hill in 1864.

The Friary Guardian, Fr Liam McCarthy, OFM, also addressed the congregation which included friends of the Friary, priests, deacons, Sisters from the Presentation and Mercy convents, Reverend Simon Lumby of the Church of Ire-

land, Canon Brian Lougheed, Killarney Municipal District Mayor Niall Kelleher and Sergeant Dermot O’Connell of Killarney Gardaí.

• See the Killarney Historical Calendar for more on our local history….

Opinion Divided On Killarney Cultural Centre

A PROPOSED arts centre at the Killarney Cultural Centre on East Avenue Road has divided opinion in town.

Kerry County Council unveiled plans for an arts centre that considers not just the building space but the complete area surrounding it.

“The aim is to make the new arts centre a flexible and adaptable space both internally and in particular outside. We proposed to re-design the front façade,

with a metal structure with black mirror cladding which reflects the trees at the back of the auditorium area,” stated the council.

Others works to the building will include alterations to the existing internal layout and re-roofing the building.

The outdoor area will be covered with a retractable canopy and will be a flexible area that will seat an audience which can view a show on the internal stage or

an external stage.

But some believe such a plan should not be carried out until the Aras Phádraig site is completed. “In my opinion we should not go next or near the Cultural Centre until the Aras Phádraig site is done,” said Cllr Donal

Grady. “The money should be ploughed into the Aras Phádraig.”

Once the public consultation phase has concluded and the planning process is complete, it is planned that construction work would commence by June of next year.

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Kieran Healy with Isaac Casey, Mary and Michael O’Connor, Joshua Switzer and Evan Casey.

MOVE over, Ryan Tubridy – there’s a new Toy Show host in town!

Killarney’s answer to the Late Late Show, our Chatroom is hosting its very first Toy Show tonight at 9pm and Kieran Healy got some insider tips on the best toys, games and books around from our panel of top-class guests.

Road-testing the perfect gifts were Joshua Switzer, Evan and Isaac Casey, and Mary and Michael O’Connor, who gave a fantastic insight into what to put on that wish list for Christmas.

Thanks also to the toy, game and book suppliers Eagers, Eason, World of Wonder and GameStop, Killarney.

The talented Holy Cross Mercy National School fifth-class pupils also star in the show as they perform Santa Claus is Coming to Town as a fabulous finale.

The choir will be in action again on Monday night at 7pm for the lighting of the Memory Tree on New Road.

Check out our Toy Show tonight on our website killarneyadvertiser.ie and Facebook page.

Gemma Set To Entertain You OUR Chatroom went on tour this week to meet leading singer and singing teacher Gemma Sugrue.

The Killarney native will be taking centre stage in the INEC this weekend for two major festive events.

Gemma will be the narrator for the popular production of The Snowman with music performed by the RTÉ Concert Orchestra.

She gives Killarney Advertiser’s Kieran Healy a taste of what to expect at

this fun family event, with two shows on December 17.

Gemma will of course also be taking centre stage at the INEC this evening when she performs at the hugely anticipated 2Fm Live with Jenny Greene and the RTÉ Concert Orchestra show.

The collaboration has sold out shows all over the country and will perform its last show of 2017 at Ireland’s biggest venue outside of Dublin, in Killarney.

Rapunzel Troupe Give Us Sneak Preview Of Panto WE WERE delighted to get a sneak preview of the top-class pantomime being staged at Killarney Community College next week .

Guests in our Chatroom this week were Rapunzel producer Mike Lynch, a teacher at the school, along with students and stars of the show Carmel Looney and Ethan McKeon who plays the prince.

You can enjoy the show on Tuesday, December 19, and Wednesday, Decem-

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This Week’s Issue Is Brought To You By: Directors: Cormac Casey & Noelle Casey General Manager: Aidan Quirke Assistant General Manager: Kieran Healy Editor: Eve Kelliher Senior Graphic Designer: Orla Dunlea Customer Service: Linde Bot Hutchinson

Graphic Designer: Leszek Szeligowski Sports Columnists: Adam Moynihan, Eamonn Fitzgerald, Liam Murphy, Eamonn Keogh, John O’Leary Contributing Columnists: Anne Lucey, Debby Looney, Chris Reina, Kevin O’Connell, Grace Foley, Jill Duggan Photographers: Dylan Clifford, Eamonn Keogh, Don MacMonagle, Sally MacMonagle, Valerie O’Sullivan, Konrad Paprocki, Marek Hajdasz

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Lack of Consultation on Asylum Seeker Plan Sparks Criticism ‘Linden House Should Be Used To House The Homeless’

THE use of a former hotel in Killarney to house 55 asylum seeksers has sparked concerns at a lack of consultation The Department of Justice has confirmed Linden House, New Road, which was formerly used as a direct provision centre, has been refurbished and will become home to people currently in the asylum and refugee process.

The Department says that following a notable increase in applications for International Protection, it has concluded discussions with the owners of Linden House in Killarney to resume services as an accommodation centre for approximately 55 persons currently in the protection process.

It declined to comment on the breakdown of age, gender or country of origin of those that will

be accommodated in Killarney.

Kerry Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae said he believed the group of 55 comprises “all males of mixed nationality who have made applications for international protection”.

He told Killarney Advertiser: “I believe the local authority and local community should have been consulted on this important matter as to who these people are, where they are coming from and what is the expected plan for longterm housing, as it seems like a large concentration of people in the one location. I share the concerns of the people who have been in contact with me about this matter.”

Deputy Healy-Rae added: “As these people will only be housed in temporary accommodation, I

believe that a number of these people may seek social housing in time, which would be only putting increased pressure on an already large waiting list for housing in Killarney and Kerry.”

Meanwhile, the Irish Immigrant Support Centre, Nasc, says the lack of consultation is a concern and that lessons haven’t been learned from the resettlement of asylum seekers in Roscommon.

New Road is the location of two primary schools and two second-level schools and some parents have also voiced concern.

Damian O’Callaghan, parent of a student attending Killarney Community College, said: “There should have been more consultation. This is a densely populated road and this seems to have been stealthily done.”

JUST days ahead of the confirmation that Linden House would be used as an accommodation centre for asylum seekers, Kerry County Council member Donal Grady had called for the property to open its doors to homeless people in Killarney.

Speaking to Killarney Advertiser on Tuesday, the former mayor of Killarney said: “The council should open up Linden House on New Road to homeless people and not send these people to Tralee.

“There are at least 25 homeless people in Killarney at the moment and people who are homeless in this town continue to be sent to Tralee for accommodation.

“We are miles behind other counties when it comes to catering for homeless people.”

Linden House, he added, was a property “lying idle”, he added. “Shame on us for not doing something,” he said. “People are sleeping rough or are being sent to Tralee.” Addressing the December meeting of Kerry County Council on Monday, Cllr Grady urged the council to look at ways to improve facilities for homeless people.

Kerry County Council stated it had nine beds block-booked in a facility in Killarney available for homeless clients. There are also other beds in the same facility, should they required, for family units.

Kerry Stars Get Set To Dazzle Lions Have Recipe For Success Fundraiser

STARS will be out in force in The Malton Hotel tomorrow. The 12th annual Kerry Stars Black-Tie Ball is always a spectacular occasion and the guest speaker this year is Kerry and Rathmore GAA legend and Dancing with the Stars winner Aidan O’Mahony.

Kerry Stars athlete Emma Doolan will be MC along with Brendan Fuller who will be introduced by another athlete, Martina McCarthy. The drinks reception will take place at 7.30pm with dinner at 8pm sharp. Band Arklight will ensure the dancing continues until late. Kerry Stars Special Olympics Club has over 100 athletes and provides a number of activities including

a leadership programme. Basketball will be added to its portfolio in the New Year, in conjunction with the Scotts Lakers St Paul’s Killarney club.

Jane Curran, Brendan Fuller, Vincent Lacke, Emma Doolan and Timmy Dan O’Sullivan launch the Kerry Stars ball. Pic: Dylan Clifford

THE Killarney Lions Club is currently running its annual Christmas food appeal fundraiser, lending a much-needed helping hand to the less fortunate in the community.

Kerry footballer David Moran launched the 2017 food drive, with Killarney Lions Club President Anthony Walsh along with sponsors Robert Stack (Tricel) and Mark Pender (AGS).

“The Killarney Lions collect money to purchase nutritional foods and then assemble the hampers before delivering them to Killarney’s most needy families,” said the club president. “Even the hamper boxes were donated by Atlas Global Solutions (AGS Packaging).

With a thoroughly vetted list, the Lions

delivered 104 hampers in 2016 and hope to do a similar amount this year in 2017.” The Lions Club will be collecting at Daly’s SuperValu, Killarney, on Friday, December 22, and will welcome any donations to help make a big difference to someone’s Christmas.

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Applause For Woman Of The Year Eileen

Cash And Tobacco Seized In Killarney Raid FOUR-AND-A-HALF kilos of tobacco and €2,000 in cash have been seized at a house in Killarney.

The discovery, which was carried out with the help of detector dog Marley, was a follow-up search after Revenue officers and Gardaí seized 20,000 cigarettes and one-and-a-half kilos of tobacco in a car at Watergrasshill, Co Cork.

The smuggled cigarettes, branded “Excellence”, and the tobacco, branded “Flandria”, have a combined retail value of more than €14,000, representing a potential loss to the Exchequer of more than €11,200.

A Croatian man in his 30s and an Irish female in her 40s were questioned and a file is being prepared for the DPP.

Eileen Switzer receives the Woman of the Year award from Emer Moynihan, Clair Bowler and Teresa Irwin.

CONGRATULATIONS to Eileen Switzer who took a very well deserved bow when she received the Woman of the Year Award from the Killarney Soroptimists.

Eileen was guest of honour at the club’s Christmas party in The Gleneagle Hotel on Tuesday where she was presented with the award by Killarney Soroptimists president Emer Moynihan, Clair Bowler and national Soroptimists president Teresa Irwin.

In her address to the gathering, Maura Fitzgerald highlighted Eileen’s supreme generosity and tireless volunteering for the community of Killarney.

“Eileen personifies the word community with her commitment to the many organisations she has been involved with over her lifetime,” said Maura.

The eternally youthful mother and grandmother has been a

mentor and friend to generations of young people in Killarney through her involvement in everything from Community Games to St Mary’s Parish Hall activities and more.

“The greatest gift one can give a person is time and Eileen has surpassed all generosity in this area,” added Maura.

Modest to the core, Eileen said volunteering something she regards as “part of my life”. “It keeps you young!” she told Killarney Advertiser.

The hugely popular Killarney lady previously won national Women in Sport award and Killarney Mayor’s Award.

Eileen continues to volunteer at St Mary’s Parish Hall, where she has run the juvenile badminton club for almost 40 years.

“Eileen could be known as Mrs Parish Hall!” said Maura. “Along with her fellow volunteer Sean

O’Sullivan she supervises the bookings for the hall and she is known by people using the hall to have a very generous heart.”

Eileen is also very much involved with Deerpark Pitch and Putt Club, where she is lady captain, and Ross Golf Club, where she served as a lady captain in the past. A keen promoter of the Killarney Microtrack project, Eileen also spearheads activities with the Kerry Parents & Friends group. Eileen and her husband Frank were involved in Community Games in Killarney North and beyond for over 40 years.

“They encouraged and coached hundreds of children to great success but most of all gave these young people a love of a variety of sports,” added Maura.

Eileen also served on the county executive and made sure the voice of Killarney Community Games was heard nationally.

Golden Moment For Youth Service THERE were celebrations for the Kerry Diocesan Youth Service as it received the coveted Gold Standard Health Quality Mark (HQM) from the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI).

The Kerry Diocesan Youth Service (KDYS) was awarded HQM Mark in recognition of its work on health promotion for young people in the Kerry area, at a special event held in KDYS Youth Centre in Killarney.

“This award is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all at KDYS. They are committed to the highest quality standards in health promotion and it is clear that ensuring a healthy and safe place for young people and staff is a key priority here.” said Ailish O’Neill, National Youth Health Programme

Manager at the NYCI. “Congratulations are in order to the staff and volunteers of the service, in particular Rena Powell, KDYS Health Promotion Officer, who guided the organisation through the process to ensure that their work is in line with national and international best practice in the area of Youth Health Promotion.”

The HQM is the recognised quality assurance mark for health promotion in youth work in Ireland. It is a health promotion initiative developed by the National Youth Health Programme to enhance best practice in youth organisations. The National Youth Health Programme is a partnership between NYCI, the Health Service Executive and the Department of Children and Youth Affairs.

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Ailish O’Neill, Rena Powell, Tim O’Donoghue and Gemma O’Brien.

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Views On The News

Anne Lucey gives her take on happenings in Killarney, Kerry and beyond in her monthly column

Killarney House €10M Revamp Was Worth Every Penny WHAT a nice place to go to work!

It cost ten million euro to revamp, but it’s worth every penny: Killarney House was the venue for two working occasions over the past week, both of them county council related.

The first was the launch of the “Kerry brand” – more about that later. The second was the December meeting of the county council on its annual Christmas progress to the home place of the mayor.

Mayor John Sheahan (the correct term is cathaoirleach, but who calls their first citizen his chairness?) and his colleagues in Fine Gael were naturally enough on high doh (Maura HealyRae said they were like “the Spinnies” of the Mario Rosenstock sketch).

While nobody mentioned him, it was the FG former minister Jimmy Deenihan who secured the funds at a time when the country was on its knees, for the crumbling building that had become a venue for rough sleepers.

If memory serves, one of the most vocal on the matter was the former councillor Niall “Botty” O’Callaghan in the old town council.

Councillors of all shades on the day paid themselves great tribute, giving themselves the fullest credit for the restoration.

“Notice of motion after notice of motion” had been placed on the agenda of the town council, Cllr Gleeson crowed.

However no more than Jimmy Deenihan – and let’s give credit where it is due, Senator Paul Coghlan too – did anyone mention the media. Killarney Kerry County Council’s Christmas meeting at Killarney House. Pic: Valerie O’Sullivan House was highlighted by some of us hacks again and again locally, nationally, and at every turn, but sure no one mentions the media unless to criticise them.

Speaking of ignorance of the media, on Killarney House, methinks.

PAT DAWSON of the National Parks both the Courts Service and the judiIt is a people’s venue in a way Muck& Wildlife Service deserves huge ciary are eating crow this week. Two ross House is not and has not been. I credit for his hands-on overseeyears ago, when the Irish Times pubing of Killarney House. Mr Dawson have been at several occasions in the lished information saying more than Big House in Muckross over the years greeted Monday’s council meeting half those caught driving with excess but have always felt more than someand revealed how even since July alcohol did not receive a conviction, some 26,000 people have visited thing of the landlord has rubbed off. they were royally trounced. No less a Could it be that everyone is bowed Killarney House, and the rest of person than the president of the Disdown with the grandeur of the venthe house is not fully open. Other trict Court, backed up by the Courts ue? I did not get that sense of servile rooms should be ready next April.

Service, joined in the public flogging grandeur in Killarney House. Far from At least a quarter of a million people talking about undermining justice it – I even heard senior council offihave gone through the extraordinary and the terrible consequences of cials remark n wouldn’t it be a great gardens. The house of course is a forpublishing inaccurate information…. place for a hooley or a wedding! mer stables – prompting Pat to recall Now two years later the IT was right I doubt hoteliers will be pleased with how the horses were always very all along it has emerged. The nation that! But it is a serious suggestion. well looked after in Killarney! is aghast at the RTÉ Prime Time proBut in a timely seasonal fashion reKillarney House was modelled on a gramme on the chaotic nature of our calling how our Lord was born in a French chateau and perhaps like its District Courts. Will there be a public stable – something of the egalitarian French counterparts could be rented apology from the judiciary and its for wedding receptions… nature of the stable has rubbed off Courts Service?

Killarney House Is A People’s Venue

Tourism Brand Launched

SPEAKING of tourism: a new tourism brand was launched by the council also at Killarney House. The logo evokes the colours of a faded Kerry jersey and it is to be hoped it is not symbolic of faded glory, at least where football is concerned!

The development of the brand, by a Dublin-based design company (I am sure there is no co-incidence in the fading colours!) which tendered for it cost “just under” €40,000, I am told.

The logo is topped by four mountain peaks which are perhaps reminiscent of the crowns of the Kingdom!

It has the theme ‘Kerry– Your Natural Escape’ – the Destination Kerry brand includes icons, imagery and messaging.

There was a lot of consultation one of the key speakers and most interesting on the day was hotelier Sean O’Driscoll. He is now group manager with

Inua which includes hotels around the country well as Killarney’s Muckross Park. A countywide brand is needed in the on line age, which is increasingly focused on the outdoors, he said.

The importance of tourism “really hit home during the recession years”, said Sean.

A coherent tourism brand for Kerry was necessary in a competitive online environment, where other regions were watching and following Kerry’s lead role, he said.

“How people choose where to go on holidays has changed dramatically in the last 25 years – it is hard to believe booking.com is only 21 years in existence, Google is 19 years and Trip Advisor has only been here for 17 years,” he said.

In a hotel survey in 2017, some 42 per cent of visitors to the southwest book directly on line, it was found.

John Griffin, Tourism Officer, Kerry County Council, Oliver Murphy, President, ITT, Cllr Michael Gleeson and John Ahern, Kerry County Council.

Pic: Valerie O’Sullivan

Congratulations ON A cheerful note: Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce has to be congratulated. This year’s Santa Claus is breaking all records, I am told. The lights are fantastic. The sleigh trips magical, the crib at St Mary’s Church of Ireland is just gorgeous and the whole town should take a bow.

Now, here’s an idea for a brand: Klassy Killarney or Killarney is Klass… Plenty to mull over the festive season! Happy Christmas to everyone.

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Europe Hotel Staff Honoured

Liz Murphy received a presentation from Michael Brennan, Europe Hotel general manager, and Adrian Stehr, director. Also pictured are Mary Moore and Malgorzata Grzesiak. At back, Khanitta Baebsauat, Irenfuz Gorny, Wioletta Gozna, Nijole Jaiyeliukstiene, Mirela Deida, Helen Hayes, Jolanta Stasialioniene, Tamara Zghraan, Merissa Foley, Kathleen Doolan, Anthony Curtin and Alex Rozmerita.

Gerry Browne and Mary Rose Hickey who have retired from the Marketing Office receive a special presentation from Michael Brennan, General Manager, The Europe Hotel & Resort, at a special function in the hotel on Monday. Also in photo are Adrian Stehr, Director with colleagues Rachel Clifford and Eva Smidt.

Pics: Don MacMonagle STAFF members who have provided five-star service at the five-star Europe Hotel & Resort for many years took a well-deserved bow on Monday.

Mary Rose Hickey and Gerry Browne were honoured on their retirement from the marketing department of the hotel, while

Liz Murphy, who has worked in the accommodation department in the Europe for over 40 years, received a special presentation to celebrate her four decades’ of service, and Grace O’Brien and Alex Nahke received special recognition for 10 years’ service.

Grace O’Brien and Alex Nahke who received special recognition for 10 yea’ service from Michael Brennan, General Manager.

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Christmas in Killarney

Santa’s In Town

The Fuller and Stack families were delighted to meet Santa.

The O’Sullivan family enjoyed meeting Santa Claus as part of the Christmas in Killarney Festival.

Santa Claus chats to the Cronins who visited him in his cottage in Old Market Lane.

Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae with Santa Claus.

The O’Donovan family pictured with Santa Claus as part of the Christmas in Killarney Festival.

SANTA CLAUS has returned to Killarney in preparation for his big night on Christmas Eve and he is really making the most of the opportunity to catch up with all his friends.

This year he has rented a cottage right in the centre of town, down Old Market Lane, and strategically across from Jam, where he will be supervising the baking of those delicious mince pies and Christmas puddings! “Again this year I need the help of all the boys and girls to help me make the magic dust that makes Christmas happen and don’t forget your all-important letters,” said Santa.

Opening times continue tomorrow, Saturday, 1pm-5.30pm, Sunday, 1pm6pm, and on Thursday, December 21, 2pm-6pm, Friday, December 22, 12pm6pm, and Saturday, December 23, 12pm to 5.30pm.

You can also enjoy VIP meetings with Santa outside of the advertised opening hours for those schools who wish to pre-book. The slots will be offered for a half hour period, with your private group; call 087-6564044.

The Santa Cottage is an important part of the Christmas in Killarney festival, and all profits made from its operation go towards the costs of running those fantastic parades that Santa takes part in each year.

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THE temperatures may have been Baltic but a warmth of spirit surged right through Killarney from around 5.30pm onwards last Saturday as eager families began to line the streets for the Christmas in Killarney Magic Parade.

And I know Killarney has had a festive facelift thanks to the spectacular lighting and decorations but it’s funny just how complete that transformation is….

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pher Valerie O’Sullivan, who was poised to capture the parade on camera, overheard and gave me a piece of advice: “Just say you’ll meet her at Santa’s sleigh!”

Problem solved! You see, landmarks such as the sleigh on Main Street have become key to navigating our streetscape during December.

It’s like being on the set of a fantastic festive movie – and all credit to everyone involved, from the friendly stewards to the participants, Gardaí and organising committee. Make sure to catch the other parades, tomorrow, or December 23 and 31 at 6pm. The parade route is taking in Beech Road, Mission Road, East Avenue Road, College Street, Plunkett Street, Main Street and New Street.

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GETTING up for a 6.45am start is hard, but not as hard as broadcasting for 28 hours in a row!

But that’s what Fully Charged (Spin South West breakfast show) presenters Ed Roche and Meghann Scully did yesterday to raise awareness and much-needed funds for Focus Ireland. The plight of homeless families and children is a cause that is close to everyone’s heart the Spin South West crew went live for 28 hours in a pop-up studio straight through to the end of their show today, Friday morning, at 10.45am.

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Footpath Improvements THE poor condition of many footpaths in the Killarney town area and in some local housing estates has been highlighted.

Councillor Michael Gleeson has allocated money for improvement in the Kilcoolaght area (€4000); Ross Road (€4000); and Ardshanavooly Estate (€5,900).

“These works on completion will ensure safer conditions for many users particularly wheelchair users, the visually impaired and older people,” said Cllr Gleeson.

“In the medium term, however, there is an urgent need for the upgrading of many footpaths and for stricter enforcement of the prevention of illegal parking on them.

Unless and until the law is observed there is little point in spending large sums of money improving footpaths.”

Pres Class of ’87 Reunion PAST pupils of St Brigid’s Presentation Secondary School will be heading back in time this month.

The Class of 1987 reunion takes place in the Killarney Avenue Hotel on Wednesday, December 27.

Tickets, €10, are available by contacting Suzanne on 086-1720770

Laura MacSweeny, Killarney, and Darran O’Sullivan, Glenbeigh, who were wed in Tavira, Portugal.

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Bach & Handel Centre Stage In Friary THE historic first performance in Kerry of excerpts from Bach’s Christmas Oratorio will take place in the Franciscan Friary, Killarney, next Wednesday, December 20, at 8pm. Excerpts from Handel’s Messiah will also be included in the performance.

The Christmas Oratorio is in fact comprised of six shorter works each of which was originally intended to be performed in churches in Leipzig on a different day during the Christmas season in 1734.

Movements from each of the six cantatas have been chosen for this performance.

“Handel was invited to Dublin, the British empire’s second city at that time, by the Lord Lieutenant to give a series of concerts,” said conductor Aidan O’Carroll.

“While in Dublin he set about writing the Messiah in the form of an oratorio –

an un-staged opera.” Legend has it that the work was written in a fever of invention in a mere 19 days. Its premiere was on April 13, 1742, in Neil’s Music Hall, Fishamble Lane, Dublin, close to Christ Church. Its success was immediate. Due to public demand for tickets a large number of extra performances had to be arranged. Gentlemen were requested in the broadsheets of the time to “leave off their swords” and ladies their hoops

so that the maximum number of places might be created. Soloists Aisling O’Carroll, Sarah-Ellen Murphy, Ryan Morgan and Cormac Lawlor will be joined by the Kerry Chamber Choir and Orchestra under the direction of Aidan O’Carroll. To encourage younger people to attend, children go free accompanied by an adult. Tickets are available at the Friary office 064-6631334 or from Kerry School of Music on 066-7120077.

Land Rover Restoration Projection A LAND ROVER jeep is to be restored by the Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Club as its 2018 charity project.

The jeep has been off the road for the last number of years and has only 82,000 miles on the clock! It was donated by Con Ahern from Cork. Club chairman Tom Leslie said: “We are delighted that our next restoration project has begun and would like to thank Con Ahern for travelling to Killarney to hand over the keys. “The club are really looking forward to restoring same and we would be delighted if anyone who would like to get involved and help out with this charity project to get in touch. Any help, big or small, will be greatly appreciated. After the club’s very successful MF135 tractor restoration project which we recently completed, we are delighted to be provided with the use

of a shed again by Kerry Mental Health Association and the use of the facilities at Killarney Men’s Shed.” The club plans on meeting every Thursday night at Killarney Men’s Shed from 7pm-9pm and Tom can be contacted on 0872383809 for any further information.

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Annual Walk THE annual walk in memory of Denis (Gary) O’Leary of Rathmore takes place on January 1. All are welcome to this event, which starts at the Bridge Bar, and is in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation and Rathmore Social Action Group.

There will be spot prizes on the day and a choice of three walks.

You can walk from Clonkeen Church to the Bridge Bar. Registration is from 11.30am in the Bridge Bar with the bus departing at 12.30pm.

There will be a walk and climb of the Paps, with registration from 11.30am in the Bridge Bar and bus departing at 12.30pm. Finally, a local walk for families and all ages also takes place. The registration fee is €10 and refreshments will be served afterwards in the Bridge Bar. For further details call 087-6245071.

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YOUNGSTERS and the young at heart have been descending on the Killarney Outlet Centre over the past two weekends keen to gain an audience with Santa Claus.

The man in red has taken up residence on the ground floor of the centre, in his log

cabin, where he is meeting and greeting his friends this month.

You can also visit Santa this weekend, tomorrow, December 16, and Sunday, December 17, from 1pm to 6pm each day.

Every family will receive their own souvenir photograph of their visit and all chil-

Marte and Joe Huggard with children Aiden, Tara and Amalie Huggard visit Santa.

dren will take home a special Christmas parcel from Santa. “There is an extra special atmosphere in Killarney at this time of year due to the Christmas in Killarney festival, one of the premium Christmas festivals in the country,” said Killarney Outlet Centre general manager Paul Sherry.

Alan and Emily O’Neill, Killarney, visit Santa.

ORGANISERS of Listowel Writers’ Week have announced details of the Kerry Group Irish Novel of the Year Award 2018.

The award is for the best novel by an Irish author published between February 1, 2017, and February 1, 2018. The €15,000 prize is the largest in Ireland for a winning author.

A short list of five novels will be announced in March, with the winner announced at the opening ceremony of Listowel Writer’s week Literary Festival on May 30. The closing date for submissions is February 2.

Visiting Santa Claus in his Christmas Cabin at Killarney Outlet Centre last weekend were Shane and Sophie Brosnan and Anne Marian and Declan O Suilleabhain with children Aodhan, Blathnaid, Muiris, Seamus and Roisin.

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A Weekly Round-Up Of News + Views From Kerry And Around

Inquest Rules Unlawful Branding The County: Death Of Baby Shouldn’t We Be Keeping Jobs In Kerry?

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IT WAS a black day for Killarney when a mother’s heartbreak brought the town to a standstill after 11-month-old Karol Rozycki was found dead in his home on March 6, 2016.

This week, over a year and a half after the tragedy, which occurred on Mother’s Day, a verdict of unlawful death was returned at the inquest into the death of Karol Rozycki in his parents’ bedroom in an apartment in Killarney. The inquest into the death of the baby boy heard the child’s father, who took his own life, had been “jealous” of him, reports Anne Lucey in the Irish Times.

He was found alongside his severely injured father, 32-year-old Andrzej Piolunowicz, shortly before 6pm at Park Place Apartments, Killarney, in a locked bedroom, added the report.

Both were lying on the bed. Mr Piolunowicz was still breathing. No medical cause of death could be identified in the case of baby Karol, State Pathologist Dr Margot Bolster said, reports the Irish Times. Mr Piolunowicz died four days later at Cork University Hospital, due to self-inflicted wounds. The jury

returned a verdict of suicide in his case.

The child’s mother, Anna Rozycka, originally from Cieszyn in eastern Poland, began a relationship with Mr Piolunowicz in June 2014.

Two months later she was pregnant. They decided to set up home together, but after two weeks together the relationship ended. She returned to Poland where Karol was born in April 2015, she said in her deposition read by Supt Flor Murphy.

Back in Ireland in July 2015 she resumed contact with her child’s father and in February 2016 they once more set up home together. However, matters did not work out.

On the night of March 5, she told Mr Piolunowicz that, for her, “Karol was always going to come first,” and she did not see a future for them together. She felt he was jealous of Karol and of the fact she could provide for him.

“I told him that Karol was my world. That he was the most important person in my life and always would be,” she said.

Pic: Anna Rozycka and 11-month-old Karol Rozycki.

Trump Corner

USA Today Editorial Says Trump ‘Unfit To Clean Obama’s Toilet’ THE editorial board of USA Today this week memorably said President Donald Trump is “unfit to clean the toilets” in Barack Obama’s library or shine George W Bush’s shoes.

The editorial comes after Mr Trump claimed a female senator “would do anything” for campaign cash – words which some regarded as sexual innuendo.

“Rock bottom is no impediment for a president who can always find room for a new low,” USA Today noted. The newspaper is not known for publishing such blistering editorials.

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umn with each opinion piece.

However, during the 2016 election, the newspaper broke its tradition of not endorsing a presidential candidate by publishing an editorial outlining why, it argued, Mr Trump was “unfit for the presidency”.

Although USA Today did not endorse his challenger Hillary Clinton, it told their readers to vote “just not for Donald Trump”.

Its latest editorial came a day after Mr Trump tweeted that New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand had “come to my office ‘begging’ for campaign contributions not so long ago (and would do anything for them)”.

Mrs Gillibrand earlier this week called on Mr Trump to resign over allegations of sexual harassment by multiple women.

THE new destination brand aimed at promoting and marketing the county has cost Kerry County Council €40,000 to develop.

Design Works, a Dublin-based design company, was awarded the tender to develop the brand. This company was also responsible for the ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ brand.

But it’s got people thinking on two fronts – there are many talented designers and design companies in this county so should such jobs be kept in Kerry?

Secondly, €40,000 seems pretty steep – are we definitely getting bang for our buck? Kerry County

Out Of This World!

IT’S NOT quite in a galaxy far, far away, but Tourism Ireland has sent a billboard 33km above planet Earth to promote the scenic locations where parts of the movie The Last Jedi were shot.

The ad, which was launched starbound with the help of a weather balloon, features Sceilg Mhichíl.

Demand for access to the tourist spot has been unprecedented since filming of Star Wars movie episodes in recent years on

Council published a detailed design brief for the brand and the contract went through the procurement process, with four companies tendering for the work.

Over the past year and a half, Design Works consulted industry leaders and the tourism sector in Kerry, interviewed key figures in the tourism and hospitality sectors, and did market research to test the brand. The development of a strong brand identity for Kerry is an objective of the County Kerry Tourism Strategy and Action Plan.

But wouldn’t it be even more positive if the message came from a Kerry company?

the sixth-century monastic site off the Kerry coast. Sceilg Mhichíl became famous worldwide when it featured as Luke Skywalker’s hideout in The Force Awakens.

It features again in The Last Jedi.

Tourism Ireland has proclaimed the billboard as the first ever tourist campaign in space.

The out-of-this-world billboard reached a peak altitude of 33,390m before both it and the balloon floated back down to Earth.

Ireland’s Answer To Alcatraz Wins World Travel Award A FORMER prison and fort finished ahead of such renowned landmarks as the Great Wall of China and Mount Kilimanjaro at the World Travel Awards.

Spike Island in Cork Harbour won Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction and scooped second place in the World’s Leading Attraction category, being pipped only by the historic Inca citadel of Machu Picchu in Peru.

This accolade, presented at a gala ceremony held in Vietnam, comes just months after Spike Island was named Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction.

The historic prison and fort is being developed as a tourist attraction

by Cork County Council and Cork County CEO Tim Lucey said achieving such an impressive result will help Spike Island play a major part in developing tourism in Cork in the years ahead.

A working prison up until 2004, responsibility for the island was handed over to Cork County Council in 2010 and following an investment of over €6 million by the Council and Fáilte Ireland, the island reopened in June 2016 as a tourist attraction.

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Home&Away Inspired By Danny Casey

Here’s What People Were Googling In 2017 IT’S a metric that gives a unique snapshot of our society and Google’s annual. “Year in Search” delivered as always this week.

More than any of the other yearend download and streaming roundups, Google’s offers an insight into what had us stumped and what made our imagination take flight in a pretty eventful 12 months. In the United States, the top overall searches ran the gamut from natural phenomenon, to sports, to human tragedy, to the sexual misconduct allegations that have erupted across a range of industries in recent times.

Hurricanes Irma and Harvey took the first and eighth spots in the Top 10, and August’s muchhyped solar eclipse came in at No. 7. The October shooting in Las Vegas that ended in 59 deaths was the No. 5 search. Musician Tom Petty was both the top search in celebrity deaths and No. 3 overall, while former.

The Super Bowl and the Mayweather/McGregor fight landed at four and five, respectively, and the fidget spinners that briefly caught our short attention spans this year hit No. 10.

Former NBC anchor Matt Lauer hit No. 2 overall and was the top person search in general.

A number of other subjects of sexual misconduct allegations also made the Top 10 people list, including Harvey Weinstein, Kevin Spacey and Bill O’Reilly.

Apple had the strongest showing in Consumer Tech, with the iPhone 8, iPhone X, iPhone 8 Plus and Apple Watch 3 scoring spots one, two, six and nine.

Nintendo and Samsung also had strong showings with the Nintendo Switch, Samsung Galaxy S8, Super NES Classic and Samsung Galaxy Note 8 making the Top 10 in that category.

People were also looking for ways to make their own eclipse glasses, fidget spinners and slime.

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Childminder Admits Assault But Avoids Conviction A CHILDMINDER, who pleaded guilty to a charge of assaulting an 18-month-old child in her care, is to avoid conviction, reports RTE. The case is to be struck out on payment of €1,000 to the court poor box.

The woman has already paid €6,000 in compensation, as ordered by the court.

However, sources close to the child’s parents say it was never about money and they are extremely disappointed with the outcome, added the report.

They had pursued the matter in the first place for the safety of theirs and other children.

The parents were only informed of the outcome on Monday - a week after the order for the case to be struck out was handed down.

It was extremely difficult for the child’s mother to give a statement in the first place as there was friendship and other ties involved, added the report.

Last September the District Court in Killarney was told how a postwoman doing her rounds near Killarney heard “terrible

screams” and the childminder seemed to be “biting” the face of the child she held pinned against a wall. The postwoman banged on the door and the childminder answered it with the child in her arms. She told the postwoman that she could not get the child to stop crying.

The postwoman rang the child’s mother, who left work and took the child to the doctor. Medical reports handed into court found that the child’s face was bruised but there were no facial bite marks. The court also heard that this was a once-off incident and the childminder had no previous convictions. The woman who had been minding the child for over a year pleaded guilty to willfully assaulting a child in her care in a manner likely to cause injury to the child’s health or seriously affect its wellbeing.

Padraig O’Connell, solicitor for the childminder, said the woman had children of her own and there were no issues with her care of them. He said there had been total co-operation, no previous conviction and “significant remorse”.

Legal ‘Love Actually’ TRAINS will have a day off as London Euston Station will be turned into a homeless shelter this Christmas Day. The station will open its doors to 200 homeless people on Christmas Day while the transport hub is shut to commuters.

With no trains running from Euston until after December 26, the

concourse will be covered with decorations as 30 volunteers from Network Rail help run the event.

They will work alongside volunteers from homelessness charity St Mungo’s and Streets Kitchen, which provides meals for 1,000 people on the streets every week.

AN IRISH judge has been praised online for excusing a 54-year-old man from jury duty after he revealed he had planned a long weekend away with his partner and it was his “first time in love”.

Journalist Sarah Jane Murphy relayed the exchange, which took place at a Dublin court on Monday, to her followers on Twitter and it has gone viral with almost 2,000 retweets.

It reads: “Man: I can’t serve; I’m away for weekend.

Judge: We don’t sit at weekends.

Man: I’m away till Monday. I’m 54, a bachelor & it’s my 1st time in love.

Judge: Then you GO and you GO with my blessing.

It was truly an epic moment”.

Sarah-Jane reveals that the man spoke hesitantly at first but then with more confidence when he delivered his reason for not being able to serve.

“The judge broke into a broad smile and the man walked away grinning,” she revealed in the Irish Independent. “The woman beside me turned to me and said, ‘Did I imagine that?’”

Twitter users have been commenting that the exchange is like a scene from Richard Curtis’ romantic comedy Love Actually.

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Concerns About Kerry Mental Health Services

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Rohingya Crisis Escalates OVER 626,000 Rohingya people have crossed into Bangladesh from Myanmar since early August 2017.

These people are fleeing violence in Rakhine State where security forces are “clearing out terrorists”. The majority of the Rohingya are Muslims but they are not recognised as citizens in Myanmar and are therefore considered a “stateless” people. This is the third major movement of Rohingya into Bangladesh as a result of violence. The first happened in the mid-1970s. The second in 1992 when I was in Cox’s Bazar at the time to witness these terrified people seeking refuge in Bangladesh. The third major movement is the current crisis which has escalated since mid-August 2017.

On each of the previous occasions of movement of the Rohingya, they were encouraged to return to Myanmarwhich many of them they did, only for

them or their children to have to flee again. The Governments of Bangladesh and Myanmar have already agreed that the Rohingya should return to Myanmar on a “voluntary” basis as reported on November 23. However, until their citizenship is recognised and the systematic discrimination stops there is little point in them returning to Myanmar.

Plan International is calling on the international community to prioritise the needs of vulnerable Rohingya children arriving in Bangladesh. Adolescent girls in particular must be protected, as they are one of the groups most at-risk of gender-based violence within the camps.

Paul O’Brien, CEO, Plan International Ireland, Harrington Street, Dublin 8

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At the 1950 cattle dealers ball at the Great Southern Hotel: Back, Teddy Lyne, Jer Leary, Tom Blennerhasset, Ger Foley, John Courtney, Jim McCarthy; front, John Moynihan, Mike Prendergast and Eugene Cronin.

THE Kerry Branch of the Psychiatric Nurses Association has written to the Minister for Health, Simon Harris, to highlight a number of issues of concern in relation to service delivery and developments within Kerry Mental Health Services including Deer Lodge itself.

Deer Lodge, the new 40-bed €13.5m unit was officially opened on December 4, having been completed in 2015 and opened in July of 2017.

The 40-bed unit was recently the subject of a €22,000 remedial works when radon levels were found to be up to four times greater than the recommended acceptable levels for residential dwellings.

Further testing in the coming months will determine if radon levels have successfully been reduced.

As outlined in A Vision for Change, (AVFC 2006) the Psychiatric Nurses Association had campaigned for the inclusion of crisis intervention beds and respite care beds to be in part of the service delivery model available within Deer Lodge. Eleven years after AVRC Kerry mental health services still have no crisis intervention or respite care beds. As part of the recovery and rehabilitation model of care outlined in AVRC, the PNA had campaigned for the inclusion of a higher skill therapeutic grades within Deer Lodge including clinical nurse specialists to initiate, lead and implement a rehabilitation and recovery model of care with the view of helping

as many residents as possible to move on to community based living. Sadly, within Deer Lodge we currently have a 20th-century low-skill custodial model of care within a 21st-century state-of-the-art modern building.

Currently residents within Deer Lodge have little or no access to rehabilitation or therapeutic services, and many spend most of their days in their room and this has resulted in little interaction and a lack of a sense of community between the residents. All residents have their own ensuite private bedroom which is a major infrastructural advancement, but unfortunately this has led to many residents isolating themselves within their bedroom.

The need for a seven-day week Crisis Intervention Service operational from 8am to 8pm based a model of a crisis intervention team with a clinical nurse manager and consultant clinical lead as outlined in A Vision for Change is urgently required.

A four-bed high observation unit (Brandon Suite) was completed as part of Sliabh Mish Admission Unit, Kerry University Hospital in 2015 at a cost of €1.5m but to date remains closed due to a lack of nursing staff.

Cormac Williams, Branch Organiser, Psychiatric Nurses’ Association, Kerry

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Love Actually premiered on Netflix yesterday and is definitely up there as the best modern Christmas movie!

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Reviewed: Book of Dust La Belle Sauvage by Philip Pullman ELEVEN-YEAR-OLD Malcolm Polstead and his dæmon, Asta, live with his parents at the Trout Inn near Oxford.

Across the River Thames (which Malcolm navigates often using his beloved canoe, a boat by the name of La Belle Sauvage) is the Godstow Priory where the nuns live.

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The Book of Dust is a trilogy of fantasy novels by Philip Pullman. It is a companion to Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy.

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Gobnaits Have The Answer ALL who wanted a dose of zany nostalgia and full-on entertainment were well served at the Christmas in Killarney quiz last Thursday.

This jam sandwich-fuelled jamboree put a new twist on parish hall-style antics and took place in The Laurels.

It was hosted by the Christmas in Killarney festival’s mascots, the redoubtable quartet of Gobnaits.

Gobnait D (Emer Corridan) was a welcome sight as she approached each

team to dispense Milk Tray chocolates.

Sweet treats were all the rage as participants at each table had the task of making jam sandwiches. Some people opted to consume their sandwiches instead of presenting them for inspection (we’re looking at you, Breda Joy, Nia Sheehan, Eileen Sheehan and Liz O’Brien!).

A whole host of spot prizes went home including tins of USA Assorted Biscuits.

Schoolmates To Host Festive Event In Aid Of Ian Fundraiser

IN THE true spirit of Christmas, the transition year students of St Brendan’s College, in conjunction with the parents’ council, the staff and the catering department, are hosting what promises to be a wonderful evening of entertainment on Wednesday, December 20, next to support the Ian O’Connell Fund.

Ian would presently be taking part in transition-year in St Brendan’s were it not for the injuries he sustained in a bicycle accident during the

summer. The evening will commence with a carol service at 7.30pm in the school chapel, – admission is free to all and it truly is a magical evening. Following the carol service, the transition year students along with the parent’s council and the catering staff will host a craft fair in the college canteen.

Christmas baking and crafts will be for sale, and there are lots of spot prizes to be won - all of your last minute Christmas wish lists will be catered for on the night!

Branch Out To Remember Loved Ones THE Killarney Memory Tree will be lit this Monday to commemorate loved ones who will also be remembered in a special Mass.

The official switch-on will take place on New Road at 7pm and all are welcome.

Lights can be ordered in memory of a loved one for a suggested donation of €5 and all proceeds will go to Holy Cross Mercy School, New Road. “The Memory Tree will then be lit nightly until January 6, the Feast of the Epiphany.

Mass will be offered for all those commemorated at 1.30pm on Wednesday, December 20, in St

Mary’s Cathedral at our school’s Christmas Mass. All are welcome to attend,” said Rhonda Healy of Holy Cross Mercy NS. Contact 064-6631241 for further information.

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ONLINE SHOPPING RIGHTS When you purchase from a seller located within the EU, the transaction is governed by the Consumer Rights Director which took effect in Ireland in June 2014. The EU rules relating to online transactions also apply to all situations where there is a distance between the seller and the buyer, for example when you purchase over the phone or by mail order. However, where the business is located outside of the EU the purchaser will not be able to rely on the protection of the Consumer Rights Directive so it is important to check the registered postal address of any online business you are purchasing from.

All the consumer rights that relate to a purchase made in a shop also apply to purchases made online. However, in addition, some additional rights are afforded the purchasers.

The seller must provide a full description of what is being bought, the sellers name, geographical address, phone number and email address, the totality of the price including taxes, payment and delivery arrangements, minimum length of contract if applicable and how long any particular offer applied shall remain valid and further the procedure cancelling the order.

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Mary Rose Stafford, Fáilte Ireland Board member, John Griffin, Tourism Officer, Kerry County Council, Declan Murphy, Fáilte Ireland.

A NEW brand identity has been launched to market County Kerry at home and abroad. With the theme of ‘Kerry – Your Natural Escape’ – the Destination Kerry brand includes icons, imagery and messaging for use on all multiple platforms and highlights some of the top attractions and characteristics which attract visitors to Kerry as well as promoting the unique visitor experience on offer.

The new brand – which is one of the key actions in the County Kerry Tourism Strategy and Action Plan – was launched at Killarney House by the Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport, Brendan Griffin, on Friday.

Describing the launch of the new brand identity as a hugely significant day for

Kerry, the Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr John Sheahan, described Kerry as “an inspirational place that stimulates all the senses” with its “majestic mountains, picturesque lakes and rivers, a dramatic coastline, and traditional towns and villages”.

Kerry County Council chief executive Moira Murrell said the development of a strong brand identity for Kerry is an objective of the County Kerry Tourism Strategy and Action Plan which was published by Kerry County Council in 2016.

“Marketing and promoting our wonderful county is absolutely critical in a competitive international market. But to do that, you need to have a very clear, attractive and resilient brand which stands out from the crowd,” she said.

Patrick O’Donoghue, president, Kerry IHF, Joan McCarthy, Tourism Development Officer, Kerry County Council, Cathaoirealach Kerry County Council, Cllr John Sheahan, and Moira Murrell chief executive, Kerry County Council.

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Niall Set To Scale New Heights WHAT a difference a year makes. In October 2016, Niall Dennehy was just about able to walk one lap around Barraduff Community Field.

Having turned his life around, the Glenflesk man is now setting his sights on scaling Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro.

Niall has shed an inspirational 10 stone in weight after making the life-changing decision to boost his health and fitness over a year ago.

He joined forces with his friend and fellow Glenflesk native Pat Sheehan, a health and fitness instructor.

Niall, a farmer, began his exercise regime by walking around the local community field but as his fitness rapidly improved he set more and more goals.

“Farming had taken over my life but gradually I started to learn to prioritise my health and fitness,” said Niall.

Pat, who runs Pat Sheehan Health and Fitness weightloss centre at Club Vitae Leisure Centre, Hotel Killarney, and another weightloss centre in The Loft

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Fitness Studio in Millstreet, was well placed to give Niall advice.

“It is 80% food and 20% exercise,” said Pat. “The beauty of the plan was that no foods were ruled out.”

In July, Niall completed the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle and following this he felt in need of another challenge.

He and Pat hope to be on top of the world over the Christmas season as they embark on the Kilimanjaro climb on St Stephen’s day. The peak is six times higher than Carrantuohill which is where Niall has been training this year.

He and Pat are both raising money for the Kerry branch of the Irish Kidney Association.

They have paid for the trip themselves and have also held a fundraising walk in the Black Valley for the charity. In addition, money raised from an annual pool tournament in memory of Niall’s brother, Denis, will also be donated to the cause. You can contact Pat Sheehan Health and Fitness, Killarney, via its Facebook page or on 087-6856930.

Life Is Sweet For Aunty Nellie’s EVERYTHING was coming up roses at Aunty Nellie’s at the weekend as the popular sweetshop hosted Kerry Rose Breda O’Mahony who recorded her Christmas message

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Breda joined forces with Santa Claus and PJ O’Sullivan of Aunty Nellie’s and a horse and carriage trip through the town added to the festive fun.

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151 HYUNDAI I30

171 TOYOTA AURIS

2008 TOYOTA YARIS

2004 TOYOTA COROLLA

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2012 TOYOTA YARIS

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Grand Tour Is Back LAST Friday night saw the return of the Grand Tour on Amazon Prime. Not much has changed however May has had a haircut, Clarkson had pneumonia, Hammond was in a car crash. But they’re not doing the tent thing in different countries any more, they’ve got a permanent studio base in the Cotswolds, not far from Clarkson’s house.

The American segment has been dropped which was a good thing and Conversation Street remains?

There will be travel: 14 countries over the season, starting off in Switzerland where they’re driving around corners fast and bickering. Jeremy plays the ghost of driving past, in a petrol-guzzling Lamborghini; James represents the present with a hybrid Honda; Hammond is the future, with a very quick all-electric car called a Rimac, which Jeremy calls the “lady shaver”.

It’s schoolboy banter that feels rehearsed and awkward. But the

studio audience howls along.

The famous guest element has been changed. They’ve now got them going around a track, doing timed laps … hmm, feels a bit familiar, No! It’s completely different, because half of this track is gravel, and because the cars are Jaguars. Star in a Reasonably Pricey Car it could have been called, but actually it’s called Celebrity Face Off, because there are two of them per episode. It’s the Hoff and Ricky Wilson from the Kaiser Chiefs this week. See, it’s nothing like anything in any other car show, and even if it was, who are they ripping off, themselves?

Back in Switzerland, Jeremy and James find sausages to eat, and a hill climb event to take part in. Then Hammond drives his car over a cliff. That’s pretty good too – unrehearsed, exciting, bloody hell. And he even manages to crawl out, before it explodes. Well done, Richard.

1.0 NCT 2018

1.4 H/B NOT 2018

Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage MEMBERS of Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Club are pulling out all the stops for their fifth annual Fossa Way walk.

The Christmas walk takes place on Thursday, December 28, in aid of the Kerry/Cork Health Link Bus. This is a fun family day out and a wonderful way of burning off those turkey calories! There are two options, a 5k or 10k route. Registration for the walk is on the day from 1pm to 2pm, with the walk leaving from the Innisfallen Hotel in Fossa. There is no fee to take part, you can simply make a donation. All proceeds go to the beneficiary. A trad session, courtesy of Killarney School of Music, will take place after the walk and refreshments will also be served. There will also be a raffle in aid of the Ian O’Connell Fund after the walk with plenty of spot prizes to be won.

For further information contact the club secretary on 087-3381842 or see www.killarneyvintage.com

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Deadline For This Section Is Tuesday 5.30pm

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From 11.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. on Tuesday, 26 December 2017.

Road: R561 Regional Road, starting at its junction with the N22 at Farranfore to its junction with the L-7002 at Firies East Cross.

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News Briefs ...

Muckross Community Association Concert

THE Muckross Community Association is asking everyone to mark Thursday, January 4, in your diary. There will be a fundraising concert in Killarney Oaks Hotel featuring a host of local singers, choirs, dancers, musicians, actors and more.

The MC for the night is Brendan Fuller and funds raised will be used to purchase defibrillators in four locations in the area, Muckross Church, Muckross Community Centre and the two local primary schools, Scoil Bhride Loreto and Loughquittane national schools. Tickets are available from association members and for further information contact chairperson Liam Kelly on 0872996694.

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Due to increased business over the Christmas we currently have the following vacancies in The Killarney Plaza Hotel

WAITERS BAR STAFF GLASS COLLECTORS FUNCTION STAFF Please email your CV to: jobs@odrhotels.com or for more information please phone 064 66 21065.

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MD CARPENTRY

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In Memoriam

26TH ANNIVERSARY BARTLETT

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BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

16TH ANNIVERSARY BUCKLEY

BREEN

In loving memory of Kathleen Bartlett late of Barraduff, Headford, Killarney who died on the 13th December, 1991.

Remembering you is easy We do it everyday Missing you is the hardest part It never goes away To hear your voice, To see your smile To sit with you And talk for a while Would be our greatest wish Today, tomorrow Our whole lives through Mom we will always love And remember you.

Always loved and forever remembered by sons Freddie, Liam, Harry, daughterin-law Bernadette, grandchildren Muireann, Cathal, Graham, Jonathon, Colin and great grandchildren Ryan, Grace, Kate, Mark, Conor and Shane.

In loving memory of Jacqueline Breen, late of Pinewood Estate, Killarney whose Birthday occurs in December.

Although we’re sad without you, And wish that you were here, Within our hearts your lovely smile, Still shines bright and clear Always loved and missed by your Dad, brother, sisters, niece, nephew, and extended family xxxx

6TH ANNIVERSARY CULLOTY

16TH & 5TH ANNIVERSARIES BUCKLEY & MCCARTHY

Cherished memories of Eileen Buckley, late of 12 St. Brendan’s Tce, Killarney who died on 14th December 2001.

Though your smile is gone forever, And your hand we cannot touch Still we have so many memories Of the one we loved so much, Your memory is our keepsake With which we’ll never part, God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts.

No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always there for you.

Sadly missed by your loving son James, daughter-in-law Eileen, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In loving memory of Eileen Buckley, late of 12 St. Brendan’s Place who died on the 14th December 2001 and Kathleen, who died on 20th December 2012, R.I.P. Happy memories keep forever, Of days when we were all together, They bring a smile and often a tear, And always a wish that You were still here.

Precious people are very few, That is why there was only one of you, Lord treasure them in Your garden of rest, Because on earth he was one of the best.

Always remembered by Jeremiah, Patricia & Family.

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2ND ANNIVERSARY BOYLE (NEE MURPHY) In loving memory of Micheal Culloty, late of Annaghmore, Headford who died on the 10th of December 2011.

In loving memory of Kathleen Boyle (Nee Murphy) Manchester, England & formally of Derryreague, Clonkeen, Glenflesk who died on the 23rd of December 2015 Deep are the moments, Precious they stay, No passing of time, Can take them away, They bring smiles and tears, But always a wish, That you were still here.

Sadly missed by her daughters Dawn & Trisha, grandchildren & great grandchildren. Sisters Eileen, Liz, Sheila, Maureen & Brother Mike. Sons-in-law Keith & Russ, Brothers-in-law Sean, Pat, Brian & Joe, Sister-in-law Veronica, nieces & nephews.

BUCKLEY & MCCARTHY

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

Though heaven and earth divide us, We are never far apart, For you are always in our thoughts, And forever in our hearts.

Loved and remembered always By your loving wife Kathleen, daughters Ann, Geraldine and Claire, brother and sisters and extended family.

Anniversary Mass on Friday 29th December at 7.30p.m in Barradubh Church.

In loving memory of Eileen Buckley, late of 12 St. Brendans Place who died on 14th December 2001.

In loving memory of my dear mother Eileen Buckley, late of 12 St. Brendan’s Place who died on the 14th December 2001 and dear sister Kathleen, who died on 20th December 2012, R.I.P. Those we love remain with us For love itself lives on And cherished memories never fade Because a loved one’s gone Down the path of memories We gently tread today Our thoughts and prayers are with you As life goes on its way.

HERLIHY

25TH & 6TH ANNIVERSARY BURKE

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

Sadly missed by his loving Wife Eileen and family.

Anniversary Mass 19th Dec at 9.30am in the church of the resurrection, Killarney.

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15TH ANNIVERSARY CRONIN

Have you ever lost a child Or ever felt the pain, Or ever shed the bitter tears, That drop like falling rain, If you never have I hope you never do, For when we lost our son Thomas, Our hearts just broke in two.

One gift in life you cannot buy, A gift so rare and true, Is the gift like the precious son, Like the son we had in you.

We loved you then we love you still, Throughout our lives we always will.

Too deeply loved and missed To ever be forgotten.

Loved with a love beyond compare.

Your heartbroken Dad XXXX Thomas No Length of time can take away Thoughts of you from day to day, Though absent you are always near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

Lots of love your brother-in-law Ashley, sister Paula, nieces Leighanne and Nalida and nephew Joshua. XXXX

In loving memory of Daniel Cronin, Late of Gneeveguilla Upper.

We miss you in so many ways We miss the things you used to say And when old times we do recall It’s then we miss you the most of all

In loving memory of Thomas Herlihy late of 9 Sunny Hill Lower, Killarney who died on the 20th December 2003.

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

Sadly missed by Donie, Joan, Gerry and family.

14TH ANNIVERSARY

GUERIN

The happy hours we once enjoyed, How sweet their memory still, But death has left a vacant place, This world can never fill.

16 years have passed, since that sad day, You closed your eyes and slipped away, You left us quietly and made no fuss, But broke the hearts of all of us No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts, you are always there.

Always remembered by Sheila, Trevor, Lorraine and families.

19TH ANNIVERSARY

In loving memory of John Guerin, late of Tiernaboul, Killarney, who died on 19th December 1998.

BUCKLEY

In loving memory of our beloved parents John and Eily Burke, late of 159 Ballyspillane, Killarney. John who died 23rd October 1992 and Eily who died 16th December 2011.

Tonight the stars are gleaming, On a lonely, silent grave, Where sleeps in dreamless slumber, Ones we loved but could not save,

Sadly missed by your loving wife Nora, Daughters, Sons, Sons-in-law, Daughterin-law and all your grandchildren.

Anniversary Mass on Sunday, 17th December at 10.00A.M. In the Church of the Holy Rosary, Gneeveguilla.

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’MAHONY

No one knows the silent heartaches, Only those who have lost can tell, Of the grief that we bear in silence, For the ones we loved so well.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your children, Willie, Mary and Donald, daughters-in-law Margaret and Louise, son-in-law Seanie and grandchildren.

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

In loving memory of Michael O’Mahony Lyranes, Glencar, Co Kerry who died on the 15th December 2015 Remembering you is easy, As we do it everyday, But missing you is the heartache, That never goes away.

Lovingly missed and Remembered by his daughter Joan, Tony & grandchildren

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CULLOTY (NEE BROSNAN)

MORIARTY

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In loving memory of Noreen Culloty (nee Brosnan), late of Annaghmore, Headford, Killarney, Co. Kerry, who died on 7th Dec 1986. R.I.P.

In loving memory of a dear husband and father Timmy Moriarty late of Ballinamanaugh, Kilcummin, Killarney who died on the 23rd December 2006.

In loving memory of my dear father John Horgan late of St. Brendans Place, Killarney who died on the 14th December, 1977.

In loving memory of Michael O’Donoghue late of “Villa Alverna”, Park Road, Killarney, who died on 20th December 2013.

A loving thought, a silent tear, A constant wish, that you were here, A loving place no one can fill,

A place in our hearts is yours alone, A place of love no one can own, A prayer each night keeps us in touch, With one we loved and miss so much.

Silent memories keep you near As time unfolds another year Out of our lives you may be gone But in our hearts you still live on.

No length of time can take away Thoughts of you from day to day Though absent you are always near Still loved, still missed, still very dear.

We thought of you today, But that is nothing new, We thought about you yesterday, And days before that too,

We miss you Noreen and always will.

Sadly missed by your loving Husband Patrick and family.

Anniversary mass 29th Dec 2017 at 7.30pm, Church of the Sacred Heart, Barraduff.

8TH ANNIVERSARY MOYNIHAN

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving wife Mary, daughters Denise, Claire, Norma, Aileen, Mary-Theresa, son T.J. and grandchildren Anniversary Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Kilcummin on Saturday 16th of December at 7.30pm.

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Always remembered by your daughter Margaret, son-in-law Patsy, grandchildren and great-grandkids.

4TH & 14TH ANNIVERSARY SOMERS

We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, We all have memories, And your picture in a frame, Your memory is a keepsake, From which we’ll never part, God has you in his arms, We have you in our hearts.

Remembered and loved by wife Mary, sons John and Micheal, daughters Máire and Christine and son-in-law Michael.

Michael’s anniversary mass will be held on Saturday 16th December at 7.30pm in the Church of the Resurrection, Killarney.

MORIARTY

4TH & 29TH ANNIVERSARY In loving memory of Ted Moynihan late of Upper Lissivigeen, Killarney who died on the 16th December 2009.

To those who think of Ted today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

Sadly missed and never forgotten by your loving Mam and Dad, sisters Marian and Ann, brothers Pat, Tom and Seamus, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews and nieces.

In our hearts you will always stay Loved and remembered everyday.

Sadly missed by Jimmy & Mary Moynihan.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 16th of December at 6.15pm in St. Marys Cathedral.

In loving memory of Christina Moriarty, late of Allman’s Terrace whose 90th birthday occurs on 23rd December and whose 5th Anniversary occurs on 24th January 2013.

Though heaven and earth divide us, We are never far apart, For you are always in our thoughts, And forever in our hearts.

Love from Daughters, Sons, Son-in-laws, daughter-in-laws, Grandchildren and great grandchildren.

11TH ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’LEARY

A Birthday Remembrance of a loving Wife, Mom & Nana Catherine O’Leary whose birthday occurs on the 19th of December.

In loving memory of Jeremiah (Jerry) O’Connor Faughcula, Muckross, Killarney who died on the 9th of October 2006 and his mother Elizabeth, father Timothy, brother Pa and sisters Bridie and Maura.

R.I.P.

Happy Birthday in Heaven.

The moment that you died My heart was torn in two, One side filled with heartache, The other died with you,

Today is filled with memories, With happiness and tears, Of birthday celebrations we’ve shared throughout the years,

I often lie awake at night When the world is fast asleep, And take a walk down memory lane With tears upon my cheek.

And though I’ll always miss you, The endless joy you brought, Warms my heart with gratitude, And fills my every thought,

Remembering you is easy, I do it everyday But missing you is the heartache That never goes away.

Wherever you are resting, I hope that you can see, How precious and uplifting, Your memory is to me.

I hold you tightly within my heart And there you shall remain.

For those who still have their brothers Treat them with tender care You will never know the emptiness As you turn and he’s not there.

I feel that you are with me, In everything i do, So i celebrate your birthday, But I’ll spend it missing you.

Love always, Patie, Marie, Ian, Kayleigh, Aimee, Rhea-Kate, son-in-law John & daughter-in-law Aileen.

Sadly missed, forever loved by your loving brother Michael and sister in law Bealla, nieces Liz and Jen and Mike.

Anniversary Mass in Muckross Church at 9.30am on Sunday 17th December.

In loving memory of Marian Somers, 31 Deerpark, Killarney, who died 19th December 2013 and her son Timothy Somers who died on 22nd November 2003.

It’s so sad that yer not with us, Especially at this lovely time of year, But we have lots of precious memories, Which we treasure of when You both were here.

You made Christmas so special, The way it’s meant to be, Filled with love, laughter, Kindness and generosity, You were both the best and Such fun to be around.

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Eileen and Michael O’Sullivan late of Ardshanavooley Killarney, Eileen who died on the 20th December 2013 and Michael who died on the 6th July 1988.

If tears could build a stairway And memories were a lane We would walk right up to heaven And bring you back again.

We miss you both so very much, But know that we were blessed, To have shared so many Special times together.

No farewell words were spoken No time to say goodbye You were gone before we knew it And only God knows why.

Now we pray that Christmas Angels bring, You love and hugs from us, And that you are both peaceful, In sweet eternal rest.

Our hearts still ache in sadness And secret tears still flow What it meant to lose you No one can ever know.

Locked in our hearts you will always be.

Loved and remembered always, by All your family.

Anniversary mass in the sacred heart church in Barraduff on Friday 15th December at 7pm.

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

But now we know you want us To mourn for you no more To remember all the happy times Life still has much in store.

Since you’ll never be forgotten We pledge to you today A hallowed place within our hearts Is where you’ll always stay.

Always loved and remembered by Michelle, Denis and Grace.

Anniversary Mass on Wednesday 20th December at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN In loving memory of Sean O Sullivan, Kilbrean House, Kilbrean More, Killarney, Who died on 18th of December 2015.

On this his 2nd Anniversary We lovingly remember Sean ‘Your memory dear Sean, Will never grow old.

It is locked in our hearts In letters of gold.

Sadly missed by Rosemary,Claudine, David,Bryan,Damien and Caragh. Daughters in law Patricia and Ruth, Son in law Declan and his seven Grandchildren & extended family.

Sean’s Anniversary mass will be celebrated at his home in Kilbrean.

In loving memory of Eileen O’Sullivan, late of Ardshanavooley, Killarney, who died on the 20th December 2013.

We miss you in so many ways We miss the things you used to say And when old times we do recall It’s then we miss you most of all.

Miss you lots, Deirdre V. Fleming and Mary Coffey Straka xxxx

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13TH ANNIVERSARY O’BRIEN

In loving memory of Timothy O’Brien late of Gortdromakerrie, Muckross, Killarney, who died on 17th December 2004.

Life goes on from day to day In our hearts you will always stay, One year comes another goes But the gates of memory will never close.

Always remembered by your sons Donal, Florence, Timmy, Vincent, Padraig, daughters Joan, Kathleen, Sheila, Marion and Eilish, brother John, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law and grandchildren.

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

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QUILLIGAN

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QUILLIGAN

In loving memory of Peggy & Christy Quilligan, late of Spire View, Ballyspillane Killarney who died on the 16th and the 21st of December.

In loving memory of Peggy & Christy Quilligan, late of Spire View, Ballyspillane Killarney who died on the 16th and the 21st of December.

In loving memory of Peggy & Christy Quilligan, late of Spire View, Ballyspillane Killarney who died on the 16th and the 21st of December.

No words we write can ever say, How much we miss you everyday, No one knows the grief we bear, When the family gather And you’re not there,

God saw you getting tired, A cure was not to be, So he put his arm around you, And whispered “Come To Me” A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest, God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

In tears I watched you sinking, I watched you fade away, And though my heart was breaking I couldn’t make you stay.

We laugh, we talk, we play the part, But beyond the sorrow is a broken heart.

The sorrow we feel, We can never explain, And the ache in our hearts Will always remain.

You’re not just a memory, Or part of the past, You’re ours to remember, As long as life lasts.

Precious people are very few, That is why there was only two of you.

Lord, Treasure them in Your garden of rest, Because on earth They were two of the best.

From your loving grandson Dan, wife Michelle & Family.

From your loving Grandson John, Wife Tanya and Family.

In loving memory of Eileen O’Sullivan, late of South Hill, Mill Road, Killarney, who died on the 20th December 2015.

No one knew that morning, What sadness the day would bring, When a heart of gold stopped beating, And we could not do a thing, You never said goodbye to us, Perhaps its just as well, For we could not have said goodbye, To someone we loved so well.

Always missed by your Son Seamus, daughter-in-law Kathleen and Grandchildren Jessica and Jamie.

10TH ANNIVERSARY O’ CARROLL

In loving memory of Nathan O’Carroll, 39 Demense, Ross Road, Killarney, Who died on the 16th of December 2007 Time passes by, life goes on It’s not the same now you are gone, But we think about you every day, And in our hearts you’ll always stay.

Sadly missed by your Godparents Catherine McMahon and Phil Kelleher and their families.

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QUILLIGAN

In loving memory of Peggy & Christy Quilligan, late of Spire View, Ballyspillane Killarney who died on the 16th and the 21st of December.

When days are sad and lonely, And everything goes wrong, I seem to hear you whisper, “Cheer up and carry on”, Each time I see your photo, You seem to smile and say, “Don’t cry, I’m always with you And we’ll meet again someday”.

No one knows the heartache Of what your passing cost, But God in all his glory Has gained what we have lost.

From your loving grandaughter Bridget, husband John (R.I.P) and family xx

1ST & 3RD ANNIVERSARY QUILLIGAN

O’MAHONY

In loving memory of Jackie O’Mahony, 32 Woodlawn Park, Killarney who died on 14th December 2000.

In God’s care you rest above, In our hearts you rest with love, Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered every day.

Always loved and remembered by your wife Eileen, sons Damien, Jackie, Colm, daughter-in-law Máire and grandchildren.

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If tears could wash away my pain I’d never feel such hurt again, The heartbreak felt Since you’ve been gone, I wouldn’t wish on anyone.

I think of you every minute Your always on my mind , The bond we had between us, Would be very hard to find , Of all the blessings I have in life, However great or small , Having you love me the way you did, Was the greatest gift of all.

Rest in peace Peggy and Dada Thank ye for all ye done I hope God has given ye The crowns ye truly won.

In loving memory of Peggy & Christy Quilligan, late of Spire View, Ballyspillane Killarney who died on the 16th and the 21st of December.

When you loose someone special, The hurt is hard to hide, When that someone is your world, The hurt goes deep inside,

From your loving Granddaughter Margaret, husband Mike and family.

3RD ANNIVERSARY PIGOTT

From the day that we were born, You loved us beyond compare, And everyday throughout our lives, You have always been there, Now that your gone, Our hearts are broken in two, And every minute of everyday, We think of and miss you.

From your loving grandaughter Lisa, husband William and family xx

1ST & 3RD ANNIVERSARY QUILLIGAN

In loving memory of Hannah Pigott, Rockfield, Tralee Road, Killarney who died on the 18th of December 2014.

She was a Mother so very rare, Content in her home and always there, On earth she toiled, In heaven she rests, God bless you Mother, You were one of the best.

Her family, Joe her son, her daughterin-law Noreen, granddaughters Linda and Emily The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Anniversary Mass Friday 15th December at 8pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

17TH ANNIVERSARY

Now all that’s left are aching hearts Who loved you more than life itself And as every morning dawns I pray to you for help.

In loving memory of Peggy & Christy Quilligan, late of Spire View, Ballyspillane Killarney who died on the 16th and the 21st of December.

In loving memory of Peggy & Christy Quilligan, late of Spire View, Ballyspillane Killarney who died on the 16th and the 21st of December.

Life goes on, we know that’s true, But it’s not the same since we lost you, We keep your memories one by one, The things you said, the things you done.

Our hearts are full of memories, With pride we speak your name, Though life must go on without you, It will never be the same,

They bring a smile and many a tear, And always wish that you were here, In God’s care you rest above, And in our hearts you rest with love.

Those special days will not return when we were all together, But the love and memories in our hearts, Will stay with us forever.

No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always there for you.

You had a smile for everyone, You had a heart of gold, You left the sweetest memories, This world could ever hold.

From your loving son John, and daughters Bridget and Kathleen.

From your loving Grandson Michael, wife Helen and Family.

10TH ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

In loving memory of Timmie O’Donoghue, Ardshanavooly Est., Killarney who died on the 15th December 2007.

Your life is a beautiful memory Your absence a silent grief Loved and missed daily By your loving wife Margaret, daughter Sheena, sons Shane, Cormac, Caoimhín and Timothy, daughters- in-law and grandchildren.

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In loving memory of Noreen Whelan late of Kilcummin, Killarney who died on the 14th December 2010.

We think of you in Silence We often speak your name But all we have are memories And your picture in a frame Your resting place we visit Flowers we put with care But no one knows the heartache As we turn and leave you there.

Never a day goes by that you’re not in our heart and soul.

Always loved and remembered by your husband Denis, Denise, Shane, Orhan and Derek.

You are more than a memory Silently kept, You are part of our lives We will never forget, Time moves on, but memories stay, You will always be remembered, Especially today.

Sadly missed by your daughter Caroline, Ethan and Ava.

Karen Hussey from The Brehon Hotel, Killarney, pictured with her parents Margaret and David after receiving a presentation as a finalist in the iHF/ Kerry ‘Employee of the Year 2017 at The Brehon Hotel. Pic: Don MacMonagle

Barraduff Cardiac Response Unit thanked O’Donoghue’s Inver, Barraduff, which nominated it to receive a €500 donation from Inver.

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Kilcummin Youngsters Sing Out

Remembering you is easy, As we do it everyday, But missing you is the heartache, That never goes away.

Always remembered by your son Tony, Sinead, Molly, Chloe and Ryan.

Just a prayer from the family Who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our heart’s you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you.

Loved and missed by your son Greg and Deirdre, Aaron and Ewan.

3RD ANNIVERSARY O’CONNELL

Set up in September by singer Elaine Canning, the Kilcummin Sing Together Choir was delighted to perform in Our Lady’s Nursing Home, Kilcummin, on Tuesday.

Barraduff Tidy Village group thanked O’Donoghue’s Inver, Barraduff, which nominated it to receive a €500 donation from Inver.

Credit Union In loving memory of Noel O’Connell (Beag) 54 Marian Tce., Who died on 18th December 2014.

There are no words that can explain, The sadness numbness and the pain, Your in our thoughts Beag everyday, Since the time you passed away, Your loving father John Brokenhearted Your loving sister Rose, nieces and nephews Dan, Emma and Dwayne.

Never forget you Beag Your loving brother J.J. Love always and forever your sister Vicky, niece Cleo and nephew Dylan. xxxx Your loving daughter Erika. xoxoxo

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. M.M.

John Long, chairman, Chapter 23 Credit Union, with winners of the11-13 years category in the Chapter 23 Poster Competition Awards (front) Ciara Griffin, Rathmore, Dylan Murphy, Clanmaurice, Isabela Gacek, Tralee, Lorraine Scanlon, guest speaker, Ellie Cournane Caherciveen; back, Jack Dowling, Listowel, Tracy Dowling, Siobhan Dennehy, Tralee CU, Bridgin O’Donnell, Abbeyfeale, Mia Counihan Killarney, Keith Flynn Clanmaurice, Anne Harnett, Christy Killeen Secretary, Mary O’Shea, Milltown CU, and John O’Regan, PRO, Chapter 23, at Manor West Hotel, Tralee, on Saturday.

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KILLARNEY CREDIT UNION has provided €13.9 million in loans in the local community the past 12 months, it emerged at its annual general meeting on Tuesday.

Pat Delaney, Chairman of Killarney Credit Union, stated “We are proud of the role we continue to play in being more than a financial institution but a valuable resource to the South Kerry community and its people.”

Mr Delaney steps down as chairman of the board since his appointment in 2013 and will remain on the board of directors for the next year. Killarney-based solicitor Pat Sheehan was elected the new board chairman.

In existence since 1970, the credit union has seen strong growth in the past 12 months and is now serving the needs of over 25,000 members.

Some 120 people attended its AGM, in The Gleneagle Hotel, where Killarney Credit Union CEO Mark Murphy said: “The assets at the credit union now stand at nearly €109 million. In the past year, we facilitated the people of Killarney & Kenmare with over 2,440 individual loans to a value of €13.9 million”.

With the initial signs of economic recovery in the local economy, member’s confidence has seen a saving increase of €3 million bringing total savings in the credit union to €94 million. The credit union has seen consistent demand for its online banking service.

The credit union has been heavily involved in sponsorship of local clubs, societies and charities in the past 12 months with over 40 groups receiving €20,000 in sponsorship.

Gardaí Find Large Quantity Of Drugs In East Kerry Property GARDAI found a large quantity of drugs after searching a property in East Kerry. Killarney gardaí, along with members of the Kerry Divisional and Cork City Drugs Units, searched a property in Barraduff on Friday evening as part of a joint-operation. Gardaí from the Cork City Divisional Drugs Unit seized cannabis herb worth €140,000 in the operation. In a follow-up search of a home in Barraduff, Killarney gardaí, along with members of the Kerry Divisional Drug Unit, seized cocaine to the value of €12,500.

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Welcome home to Killarney Stephani e, Nicole, and their parents Elaine & John all the ways from Boston, Love from all the family xxx

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Macra On Saturday 9th December, 28 members of Killarney Macra took to the road on a mystery Christmas bus tour, taking in Petro’s Bar Gneeveguilla, Connie K’s Bar in Rathmore and Healy Rae’s Bar in Kilgarvan before ending the night in the Grand nightclub Killarney.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Liam Murphy who had no shortage of help in blowing out the candles on his 40th birthday cake recently.

Liam celebrated the landmark occasion at home and in the Golden Nugget, Fossa, afterwards with family and friends.

Liam is Killarney Advertiser’s rugby columnist and is PRO for Killarney Rugby Club where he is also minis co-ordinator.

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COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Eucharistic adoration. Church of the Resurrection-Tuesday 10.00am-10.00pm. St. Mary’s Cathedral Wednesday 10.30-6.00pm.

St. Columbanus Church-Thursday 6.30 -7.30pm. The Friary-Friday 2.00-7.00pm. The Friary-Sunday 6pm-7pm METHODIST CHURCH, EAST AVENUE Sunday services 9am & 11am; Parent and Toddler 10am (Term time), Bible study Wednesdays 7.30pm, Soul Food: Bible Study and drop-in lunch Fridays from 11am See church notice board for other events. Blue Christmas service Wednesday 6th December at 7.30pm a gentle, contemplative service for those who are carrying pain or loss during this season of celebration. All welcome. Christmas Sale Saturday 9th December 1pm - 4pm various stalls and refreshments available. Carol service Wednesday 20th December at 7.30pm.

Prayer ministry and Spiritual Direction are available please contact Rev Karen Spence for further information 0646631613 AWARE KILLARNEY DEPRESSION SUPPORT Group Aware Depression Support Group meets: Killarney Mondays, KDYS at 7.30pm. Aware Support Groups are free to attend, no referral necessary. www.aware.ie Tralee Venue (New Venue): Community Development Building, The Rock Business Centre, Upr Rock Street - Tuesdays at 8pm.

KERRY POSITIVE OPTION CRISIS PREGNANCY Counselling Service Free - confidential - non-judgemental services.

All options explored. Killarney Southwest Counselling Centre Emmett’s Road, Killarney Tel: 064 6636416. Open: Monday to Friday 9am -5pm.Saturday 10am-1pm. Funded by the HSE Crisis Pregnancy Programme.

KERRY RAPE AND SEXUAL ABUSE CENTRE Provides a free professional counselling and support service for female and male survivors of sexual violence and their families in a safe and confidential environment with highly qualified and professional counsellors. It can be contacted by freephone 1800-633333 or by email krcc@eircom.net KILLARNEY AL ANON The Killarney Al Anon meetings are held Tuesday nights at 8.30pm

in St Claire’s, Vincent De Paul Building, Tesco Car Park, Beech Road, Killarney. Contact Mairead 087-7808106.

MS SUPPORT GROUP A support group for people with MS meets every Wednesday 9.30am to 1pm, at MS Meeting Rooms, Cheshire Homes Killarney.

SUICIDE PREVENTION HELPLINES Console 1Life Suicide Freefone 1800247100, centre in Tralee 066 7129700 web: www.console.ie, Text HELP to 51444, 24-hour; Samaritans 1850609090 or freephone 116123; Pieta House, free counselling, 066-7163660 www.pieta.ie; South West Counselling Centre, Killarney, free suicide prevention and bereavement counselling, 064-6636416/6636100; Living Links, Kerry, 087-9006300; HSE South: Suicide Prevention Helpline 1800 742 745, Farm & Rural Stress Helpline 1800742645.

NEW BEGINNINGS MINISTRIES KILLARNEY Meetings every Sunday 12 noon, the Killarney Court Hotel, Tralee Road, Killarney. Tel. 087-7068533. Email: newbeginningskillarney@gmail.com . Salvation Prayer - Father God I come to you just as I am, I ask you to forgive me of my sins and I ask you Jesus come in to my heart, I make you the Lord of my life, fill me with your Holy Spirit, I choose to follow you all the days of my life in Jesus name I pray.

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH You are very welcome to our services. Carol Service: Friday, 15th Dec. 7-8pm at the Killarney Cultural Centre, East Avenue Road.

NEW VENUE & Time: From Sunday, 17 Dec at 11:00am. St. Oliver’s NS, Rookery Road, Ballycasheen. Wednesday Prayer and Bible study: 8pm Dec.13th, meeting at various homes. Bible studies begin again 10 January 2018. For more information tel. 663.2600 or 663.5461. Psalm 119:105 “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” http://www.killarneybaptistchurch.com/ & https://www.facebook.com/KillarneyBaptistChurch.org EPILEPSY IRELAND Further details, contact Catherine on 0646630301.

SOUTH KERRY PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP For further information please contact Grace McCrae, president, 0647758837.

Deadline | Tuesday 5.30pm

15.12.17 For Sale FOR SALE: Firewood 1 load €80 8x4 trailor or 2 for €150, net bags 11 for €30. All delivered and chopped. 0863895141 FOR SALE: Large selection of Vinyls @ Noelle’s Café, Old Market Lane, Killarney. All genre of music. Gift Vouchers available.

FOR SALE: Good black machine turf for sale. €3 a bag. Ash timber season dry €5 a bag. Kindle €2 a bag. Ring Mike on: 0876092601.

FOR SALE: Free range farm reared oven ready turkeys.

0872184970.

FOR SALE: 3-piece suit for sale, dark blue fabric. Perfect condition. €350. Ring: 0876766338.

FOR SALE: Taste the differenceHome rared bronze turkeys – oven ready. €50. Call or text 0876885094.

FOR SALE: House contents for sale. Killarney Town. Immediate collection. Telephone 0876261526

Available AVAILABLE: Removal Service House, office, local, nationwide, deliveries, anytime - anywhere, 7 days a week. Also, all kinds of clear outs etc. Tel.087-2600407 / 064-6631979.

AVAILABLE: Music lessons, violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted, Tel. John 087-6801392.

Piano lessons Tel. Maggie 0876961681.

AVAILABLE: Church music for all occasions. For a personal and meaningful ceremony, let the voice of experience guide you through your music. Tel. Helen Kerins 087-9508050.

AVAILABLE: Boost your immune system, re-balance your body, relax & de-stress. Treatments in

Reflexology & reiki. Gift Vouchers available. Tel. Siobhan Dwyer 087-9665881.

AVAILABLE: Home Improvements Killarney. Donie Cronin, painting and plastering, power washing, fascia, soffit and gutters cleaned and put up. No job too small. Tel. 087-2145452.

AVAILABLE: Experienced child-minder. First Aid and Garda vetted, safe and secure play area, homely atmosphere. Tel: Sinead 087-2359466.

AVAILABLE: Painting, general property maintenance and power washing etc. Tel Dan Joe Moynihan 086-8217771.

AVAILABLE: Brendan Herlihy home maintenance/renovations.

Carpentry, painting, power washing, gardening, garden sheds repaired etc. Tel. 087-9364895/ 064-6643317.

AVAILABLE: Wedding musicChurch Ceremony/ Civil Ceremony/ Drinks Reception. Please visit www.gracefoley.ie or Tel. Grace on 087-6710087.

AVAILABLE: Searsol are pleased to announce the opening of our new typing centre in St. Brendan’s College. Searsol are currently offering a free introductory first session trial of the typing course for any child who is eight years old or older that may be interested in trying out our typing course. Our course is on each Wednesday. You can contact Searsol on 087-2190464 or email searsolkerry@gmail.com.

Animals ANIMALS: HUG: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds (CHY 19414), formerly Kerry Greyhound Connection, takes in, rehabilitates and finds homes for unwanted racing greyhounds.

Property Letting & Selling To Let TO LET: 1 bed apartment in Loretto, 3 bedroom house beside Killarney Oaks Hotel, 4 bedroom bungalow in Kilcummin, 4 bedroom house in Bruach na Habhainn. Contact Roger: 086-8136888.

TO LET: Room to rent, Bridgefield estate. €330 pm, wifi included. Contact Denis: 0877793200.

TO LET: 2 bedrooms apt, town centre. Al mod cons, fully furnished, private parking. €1000 per month.

Phone: 0873101222.

TO LET: 4-bedroom house, short term, Woodlawn

Fastfinders

We are looking for people to help us by offering a foster home for a greyhound as a ‘half-way-home’ until we can find a permanent home for the dog. Fostering is a really valuable and ‘hands on’ way to be involved in greyhound rescue work. There is no cost to fosterers as HUG will cover all food and veterinary expenses.

Please get in touch if you’d like to help. For further details please contact us on 087 9822695 or email homesforunwantedgreyhounds@eircom.net.

ANIMALS: Heaven Animal Rescue Tel. 086-1076729. suzanne@ ahar.ie. Huge rescue centre in Crag, Castleisland, Co. Kerry. We take all unwanted animals and re-home them. We have beautiful dogs and cats waiting for homes. Donations of funds and blankets for dogs, cats and horses, dog nuts, cat food and horse feed, hay, straw and shavings badly needed. Bank of Ireland 90760272 sort-code 90.57.58 ANIMALS: KLAWS (Kenmare and Locality Animal Welfare Society) We have a number of adult cats (all colours) awaiting homes.

087-9729240 or 087-9704480.

FOR SALE: An awfully quiet pony, 13-2H.H. Ideal as an xmas gift for a child. Contact Donie at: 0857776097.

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Wanted WANTED: Person wanted to run a B&B in the Aghadoe area. Can live in. mebnb.ie@gmail WANTED: Exp childminder required to mind children in their own home. 1pm-5.30pm, 2/3 days per week. Glenflesk/Lough Guitane area. 087 9580535 WANTED: Carer wanted live in.

Tel: 0868353323.

WANTED: Experienced childminder wanted in Barradubh/ Rathmore area to mind 2 children under 3 in children’s own home.

Monday to Friday, approx. 24hrs per wk. Flexible hrs. between 9.00-5.30pm. Email: cminder2018@gmail.com

Personal PERSONAL: Pursue Happiness.

Ladies & gentlemen from 30 years upwards. Escape that lonely life. I will introduce you to a sincere respectable companion.

A new happy world awaits you.

Very high success rate. Fully confidential. Tel. Sheila on 0877680163.

Deadline | Tuesday 5.30pm

Road area. All mod cons. Available after 16th Dec. Contact: 0873575854, after 6pm. €1100 pm & deposit €1100.

TO LET: one bed apartment for rent, close to Killarney. Call Dermot 08725744766.

TO LET: 2-bedroom apartment near shops etc in Killarney Town Centre. Tel: 0894273176.

TO LET: Ensuite room, Scrahan Court, 4 min walk from town, to share with 3 others, wifi and parking.

0872111943.

TO LET: Apartment to let, one bedroom apartment on the Gap Road, Fossa, Killarney. Available for immediate occupancy. Fully self-contained with all mod cons, off road private parking and for single

occupancy. Would suit a professional person.

Non-smoking only. Tel: 0876204846.

TO LET: Ensuite room available in two-bedroom apartment on ross rd. Sharing apartment with another female. for more details message 0874608174 TO LET: Room to let 10 mins walk from town centre tel: 087-2484804

Wanted WANTED: Houses & apartments in & around Killarney for management & letting. Tel. Roger 086-8136888.

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Lakers’ Return To League Action To Face IT Carlow National League: Division 1 IT Carlow Basketball 88 Scotts Lakers 77 Words and Pic: Eamonn Keogh FOLLOWING the previous week’s big win in the cup, Scotts Lakers returned to league action with a road trip to face IT Carlow Basketball at The Barrow Centre, Carlow, on Saturday. Despite a promising opening quarter, the Lakers were eventually overpowered by the home side, who are challenging for a top-four place on the league table.

The Killarney side were first out of the blocks and were the sharper side in the first quarter. However the foul count was 11-2 against the Lakers and this allowed the Carlow side in touch. Scotts Lakers led 26-22 at the end of the first quarter but IT Carlow came alive in the second quarter with American Jimmy Gordon in sensational form.

His superb three-point shooting helped his side to

HOME GAME CANCELLED

SCOTTS LAKERS were due to play EJ Sligo All Stars in Killarney Sports Centre last Sunday but severe weather conditions and the snowfall in the west of Ireland prevented the visitors from travelling. The match is likely to be rescheduled in the next week or two. With 14 teams in the men’s Divitake control while Lakers struggled and committed a lot of turnovers. The Killarney side could only manage 12 points in this quarter compared to 30 points from Carlow and it was the home side that led 52-38 at the interval break.

Scotts Lakers responded well in the third quarter with Dan Griffin having his best game of the season, rebounding well under the boards and converting a lot of scores. The Killarney side stayed in touch to reduce the deficit to 10 points at the end of the third quarter. This was enabled by some good scoring from Cian Clernon and Andrew Fitzgerald while the tactic of putting Antuan Bootle in a man-to-

sion One, the league will be divided into two sections in the New Year. Depending on results, Scotts Lakers may finish in joint seventh but would probably miss out on a place in the top half of the league due to score difference. There will be a division one shield to compete for in the 1B section while Scotts Lakers also have a national cup semi-final to look forward to against Ballincollig on January 6. man defence against Carlow’s Jimmy Gordon kept Carlow’s American much quieter in the second half.

Carlow led 69-59 entering the final quarter as Scotts Lakers kept plugging away and managed to narrow the gap to six points midway through the final period. However they squandered further scoring chances as a missed easy layup and a number of turnovers gave the advantage back to Carlow. The home side finished stronger and had 11 points to spare in the end.

TOP SCORERS: IT Carlow Basketball: Jimmy Gordon 36, Kevin Donoghue 13, Armands Kaikuls 8; Scotts Lakers St Paul’s Killarney: Dan Griffin 20, Antuan Bootle 14, Cian Cleron 13, Andrew Fitzgerald 10, Philip O Connor 10,

National Cup Semi-Final For Scotts Lakers THE schedule for the Hula Hoops National Cup semi-finals has been announced and Scotts Lakers will play Ballincollig in the President’s Cup semi-final on Saturday, January 6, in the

Neptune Stadium, Cork, at 8pm. The other semi-final featuring Neptune against Keane’s SuperValu, Killorglin, will go ahead on Friday, January 5, at 8.30pm.

Twenty games in different competitions will be played out across three days in two venues in Cork at the Mardyke Arena, UCC, and Neptune Stadium on January 5, 6 and 7.

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Tribute Night Orla Ni Fhlatharta and Siún Nic Gearailt at the An Ghaeltacht tribute night for the Ó Sé brothers at the INEC, Killarney, on Friday night.

Pic: Eamonn Keogh

Helen O’Sullivan Sheehan of The Killarney Grand Hotel presents a cheque for €1820 to Killarney Rugby Club officers and coaches following the recent ‘80s V 90s night’ fundraising event for the club in The Grand. Front from left are Richard O’Brien, Helen O’Sullivan Sheehan (Killarney Grand), Liam Murphy (PRO and Minis Coordinator) and Denise Treacy (Female Liason Officer). Back from left Mark Leslie, Paul Sexton, Edmund Stack and Tony Dunne (Data Officer). Pic: Eamonn Keogh

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Kerry County Convention Kerry County Board officers front from left, Joe Crowley, Bernie Reen, Peter Twiss, Tim Murphy, Chairman Leona Twiss, PRO and Dermot Lynch. At back, Eamonn Whelan, John Joe Carroll, Diarmuid O”Se, John O’Leary, Ger McCarthy, Paudie Dineen, Christy Kileen and Terence Houlihan pictured at the Kerry GAA convention in The Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney on Monday night.

Pic: Don MacMonagle

THE Kerry GAA county convention took place in The Gleneagle Hotel on Monday night.

Seven roles were officially filled on the night, six of the positions were uncontested and the only election was for the role of leas-cisteoir (assistant treasurer). Joe Crowley was elected to the position, defeating Pat McAuliffe 150 to 77 votes. There is

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one new face at the executive table for the year ahead as Fionnán Fitzgerald (Ballymacelligott) takes over from Stephen O’Sullivan as leas-runaí (assistant secretary).

The full list of officers is as follows: Chairman Tim Murphy, vice-chairman Diarmuid Ó Sé, secretary Peter Twiss, treasurer Dermot Lynch, Central Council delegate John Joe Carroll, de-

velopment officer Eamonn Whelan, coaching officer Terence Houlihan, PRO Leona Twiss, hurling officer Paudie Dineen, assistant secretary Fionnán Fitzgerald, cultural officer Christy Killeen, Munster Council (two delegates) Ger McCarthy and John O’Leary, assistant treasurer Joe Crowley and children’s officer Bernie Reen.

Spa GAA Club won the prize of a car

in the raffle at the end of the convention. Tadhg Fleming won the signed Kerry jersey and football and Lorraine Scanlon won the Kerry GAA annual pass. The lotto draw was also made at convention and Andrew McCarthy won the personalised Kerry jersey and membership to the ticket scheme.

Play online on www.kerrygaa.ie or in the Kerry GAA Store, Killarney.

Killarney 12, Tralee 5

Killarney Triumph At Munster Level AFTER a three-week layoff, the Killarney U16s travelled to Tralee for a match that would determine the winners of the Munster U16 Conference 2.

On a cold wet December Sunday the game crackled with intensity and commitment. With the elements at their back Killarney controlled early possession and territory and on six minutes pressure was rewarded with a try from captain Craig McKenzie Vass following excellent forward continuity with the conversion duly slotted over by Donnchadh Grealy. Eventually Killarney crossed for another try on 20 minutes after an

excellent counter rucking move and quick off loading that saw Gary Randles go over in the corner.

The second half opened with a serious Tralee fightback with their strong forwards constantly driving forward. They were rewarded with a converted try from their goliath Number 8 Cian O’Regan to bring the game to 12 points to 7. Brave defensive tackling from Killarney and re-loading of defensive lines kept Tralee at bay. The game ebbed and flowed right until the final whistle with Killarney’s heroic defence, holding Tralee at bay.

Captain Craig McKenzie Vass led by

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example with superb tackling and counter rucking. The front row of Matt McAuliffe, Brendy O’Donoghue and Odeniz Koyun defended abrasively at the coalface. Evan Mannix, Sam Casey and John McCarthy were ferocious and energetic throughout.

Padraig Talbot competed valiantly, Peter Walsh battled at Number 9 and showed quick feet, Donnchadh Grealy was very good with both hands and feet until he had to go off after a high hit. The back line of Liam Randles, Thomas Clifford, Mark Sheahan, Jose Ferrero &and Gary Randles matched the forwards ferocity and in spite of the Baltic

conditions tried to run the ball when available.

Cian Murphy came on in the first half and along with Dion O’Neill contributed hugely to the victory. The panel on the day also included James Kennelly, Jack O’Connell, Dan Twomey, Rob Nealon, josh Campbell, Adam Cronin and Adam McSweeney. The win secured a fifth victory from five games and as Conference C victors, Killarney will now play at the top table in the Munster A U/16 Cup Competition after Christmas. Well done to the coaching team Seamus Grealy, John O’Connell, Eoin Seery, Bill Stack and Leo Randles.

Ó Sé Brothers Pitch In To Raise Almost €100K For Club LAST Friday saw a tribute night unfolded in Killarney to honour the Ó Sé brothers from An Ghaeltacht GAA Club.

The night could raise close to €100,000 for a new pitch for the club.

Over 700 converged on the INEC for the gala event including past and present GAA stars from across Ireland.

The Kerry Stars Special Olympic Club showing off their new team kit on Sunday.

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Brothers Marc, Tomas, Darragh and Fergal O Se. Pic: Eamonn Keogh

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15.12.17 Swimming

In The Swim Of Things At The Aquila Club

SOME of the many swimmers that have completed a course of swimming lessons in Dieter’s Swim Academy at The Aquila Club at The Gleneagle Hotel took a bow on Saturday.

Dieter and his team treated the children to a Christmas party to celebrate the end of a very successful season and the young swimmers received numerous awards and prizes for their hard work, and commitment to their swim lessons.

Included in the photo are some

of the medal and trophy winners including Cathal Mackey (male swimmer of the year), Heather Culloty (female swimmer of the year and Evan O’Donoghue (junior swimmer of the year). Two swimmers, Claire Ahern and Alexandra Bilokhvosk, received a special “Outstanding Achievement Award” for their excellent swimming over the last few years. For further information on the swim academy and the swim club contact Dieter at the Aquila Club on 064-6636178.

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Words: Liam Murphy THE European Cup was back last weekend and we will have more European Cup action as Munster face Leicester Tigers in back-to-back matches. Last weekend Munster hosted the Tigers in the late kick off at a sold out Thomond Park and a cracker of a match was witnessed by all.

In all new coach Johan Van Graan’s side scored 4 tries with Ian Keatley sublime from the boot earning the bonus point in the process. The return trip to Welford Road next Sunday will probably provide a sterner test and Munster will want to capitalise on the Castres win over Racing, meaning Munster top the pool with points to spare.

The bad thing to come from the match was Andrew Conway’s injury, which means he will more than likely sit out next weekend and the Leinster game on St. Stephen’s day at Thomond.

Conway clashed with Tesula Veainu but it was amazing to watch the Leicester star check on Conway even though he suffered a suspected broken jaw. A class act.

Conway had a typically excellent match up to that point so hopefully

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won’t be out injured too long but with suspected concussion, there will be no chances being taken.

Another item of note from the match was Rhys Marshall’s score broke the 4,000-point barrier in European Rugby, only the second team ever to do so after Toulouse.

No mean feat for the men in red in their favourite competition!

The other provinces fared very well also. Leinster ground out a victory over English Premier toppers Exeter to top their table, while Ulster battled atrocious weather conditions to beat Harlequins at the Stoop and are placed second in their pool. So far so good for the provinces. Let’s hope next weekend will prove as successful for them all!

Words: Eamonn Fitzgerald

HURLING is regarded as one of the most skilful and fastest field games in the world.

Daire Whelan poses interesting questions in a new book published by Mercier Press.

He profiles the modern top managers who would “offer insights into the philosophies and methodologies of some of the game’s most successful managers.

Are modern day coaches complicating things for the sake of it, throwing in drills, science, stats, and game plans where they are not needed?

He interviewed 11 inter-county managers to ascertain the essential ingredient these coaches use to gain success. “What I wanted was their insights into and philosophies about how they achieved what they achieved,” he writes.

Diarmuid Healy focuses on technique, Justin McCarthy on Faith, Cyril Farrell on Application and Babs Keating on Responsibility.

Eamonn Cregan opts for Instinct, Ger Loughnane for Character, Liam Griffin for Planning and John Allen for Balance. Anthony Daly opts for Hunger, Sambo McNaughton for Identity and Eamon O ‘Shea for The Mind.

GODFATHER OF MODERN HURLING The 1960s were the start of the evolution of the modern game. Men such as Donie Nealon and Fr Tommy Maher, the godfather of modern hurling, were the first to promote the concept of coaching. These “instructional” courses were held in Gormanston County Meath where the next generation of hurling and football coaches would be created.

Diarmuid Healy says: “If you miss a ball it’s just another opportunity for why you should win the next one.” What the coaches learned in Gormanston helped the weaker counties such as Offaly rise up and proved it could be done. He believes that if you have players of character “they will bring you over the edge”.

Eamon O’Shea emphasises The Mind. “Listen to what it sounds like when the sliotar hits the back of the net. Listen closely- what does that sound like.” He believes there has to be perseverance and resilience and that is what he likes about the Tipperary team.”

Justin McCarthy puts it down to faith. “You must in all walks of life, have time for yourself and you must be able to see the beauty around you. You must see that to have a balance in your life.”

Remember he broke his leg in three places in a motorcycle accident the week before the 1969

All Ireland. He had faith in himself to keep going where Mass and prayer were in his daily life.

MENTALITY AND MINDSET What these 11 successful managers looked for in their players was focussed mentality and mindset.

The author asks the question what is it about some managers, who can lead and have a dressing room of players ready to go through the wall for them.

When Clare were four points down at half-time in the 1997 All Ireland final there wasn’t a word out of Ger Loughnane until the team was ready to go out for the second half.

Then with the mad eyes he just said, ‘men needed now’. That was enough. The challenge was there for the players and they responded. The managers must connect with their players to achieve success.

The managers featured in this book did connect and were successful. The most successful manager of all time was not interviewed for this book.

Brian Cody is still in charge in mighty Kilkenny.

Daire Whelan succeeds in his objective and gives readers a fascinating insight in to the minds of the successful managers. It is a great read.

The Art of Hurling by Daire Whelan is published

by Mercier Press and it runs to 278 pages. He is the producer of the Off the Ball programme on radio.

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Sport 32 Clubs In Killarney Advertiser This Week Killarney Cougars BC Juvenile News: U14 Boys Div 1 - Killarney Cougars 30... St Brendan’s 33.

Cougars Academy: Our U8 & U10 Girls & Boys training continues Friday evenings at the Parish Hall. This Friday evening is the final session before Christmas and we will resume in early January.

Senior News: Senior Men Div II - Killarney Cougars 71... Caherciveen 60. The Cougars continued their good home form with a hardearned win over Caherciveen the game saw little between the sides throughout with Cougars making the better start to lead 20-11 at the end of the 1st qtr with Darren Gaffey and Tomas Armonas impressing for Cougars. Caherciveen were back in contention trailing 34-33 at halftime thanks to good baskets as they dominated the 2nd qtr. Caherciveen hit the front in a good start to the third qtr and led by 5 points but a great spell by the Cougars by Alan Flynn as he hit 11pts in three minutes to restore the Cougars advantage to lead 54-45 at the end of the qtr. A exciting final qtr saw Cougars pushed all the way but they held on for a deserved win in a very good contest.

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Christmas Turkeys: We managed only one draw on Sunday in difficult wet conditions for the conclusion of our Turkeys (sponsored by Tim Jones Butchers) last weekend: Results (Fourball V Par) Overall Nett: Ger Casey & Sean Ashe 12up, Overall Gross: Ger Casey & Sean O’Brien 7up. We revert to traditional events this Sunday with draws @ 9.15am & 11.15am.

Gathering In Murphy’s: Looking forward to seeing everyone tonight (Friday) in Murphy’s Bar for our traditional end of year gathering. Prizes from the Open Three Ball Scramble, Christmas Hamper, Turkeys and the Club Matchplay will be presented on the night from 9.30pm. A reminder for those going to the meal in Lord Kenmare’s beforehand that it is a start time of 7pm.

Remaining Competitions for Year: Please note that for the rest of the year competitions will be ran on Sunday’s December 24th & 31st with an 18 Hole Three Ball Scramble also taking place on St Stephens morning open to all club members, adult and juvenile at 10am. It has also been decided to continue with the present winter handicaps until the New Year’s Eve competition before reverting back to PPUI Handicaps in the New Year.

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The new season for Community games has begun. Firies hope to take part in the following events basketball boys & girls u11, u13 & u16. chess u13 & u16, Gaelic u10 mixed, music u12 & u16, projects u11, u13, u16, recitation u12 & u16, singing group, skittles u12, u14, u16, soccer boys u12, Gaelic girls u14, hurling boys u11, swimming,

art & handwriting, model making, gymnastics, Judo & athletics. Events will be advertised through schools, Kerryman & Killarney Advertiser. If anyone needs further information in meantime as some events are starting very early this year then please contact PJ Walsh on 0872229950, Maura Culloty on 0876663702 or Noreen Brosnan on 0876898855. Also, if you wish to help out with any events contact above numbers also.

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CHURCH GATE COLLECTION: THE Clubs Church gate collection will take place the next weekend Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th of December. All members are ask to contribute some of their time if possible. If you are available please contact Clara O Connell 087-7673746 or Denis O Donoghue 087-9633276.

OLD KENMARE ROAD: The club will be holding a fundraising fun walk on the Old Kenmare Road on the Sunday 14 January 2018. More details will follow next week, but be sure and keep the date free, for what is sure to be a great day out.

TRAINING: With the festive season upon us there may be some disruption to training schedules. Contact your trainers about any changes to times and dates.

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LOTTO: 10th December 2017. Numbers drawn were 4, 7, 24, 28. There was no jackpot winner Next week’s jackpot will be €3,900.

Murphys Bars Golf Society,

Christmas Hampers 9th December 2017, Mahonys Point. Christmas Hampers, Sponsor: Green Belt. 1st Leo Casey (14) 40 Pts, 2nd Conor McNiece (7) 40 Pts, 3rd Pat Casey (28) 40 Pts, 4th Niall O Mara (8) 40 Pts, 5th Brendan Keogh (7) 37 Pts, 6th Mike Quirke (12) 37 Pts. 1st Nine Sean Murphy (18) 20 Pts, 2nd Nine Seamus McCarthy (17) 24pts, Nearest The Pins: Colm O Keeffe, John O Shea. Golfer of the Year 2017: Brendan Keogh. Match play Winner: Brian Regan. New Members Welcome for 2018, Application Forms Available From Murphy’s Reception.

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BARRADUFF TIDY VILLAGE GROUP: Barraduff Memory Tree: This Christmas Barraduff Village will have a memory tree in place. The tree will be placed in front of the church. The wooden hearts for the tree cost €5 per heart and will be available from O Donoghue’s Cost Cutter Barraduff.

All proceeds to Barraduff Tidy Village Group. Barraduff Festive Fun Quiz: Join us for a fun festive Christmas quiz on the 29th of December at John Dan’s Bar Barraduff at 8 pm.

Prizes for the best Jumper or Christmas Attire!

GIVE BLOOD: The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will hold a Blood Donor clinic in The Dromhall Hotel, Killarney Monday 5pm – 8.30pm TUES, WEDS & THURS 3pm – 5pm & 7pm – 9pm 18th– 21st December 2017,

Blood Donation is essential to ensure Hospital Patients get the treatment they need. One Donation can save up to 3 Lives CLONKEEN CHOIR: Choir Practice for Christmas Eve Mass in Clonkeen will take place on Friday 22nd Dec at 8.30pm in Clonkeen Church. All are very welcome. Bring instruments please. Visit to Hospitals: Our annual visit to Killarney Community Hospital and St. Columbanus’ Home will take place on Sat 23rd Dec from 11 am to 1pm approx. Meet outside Killarney Community Hospital (District) at 11am. All are very welcome. Bring instruments please. The Clonkeen Youth Choir CD “Celebrate” is available for sale in O’Briens for 10 euro.

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U14 GIRLS DIV 1: Gneeveguilla 49, Rathmore 28. Played:10/12/2017.

Gneeveguilla’s strong defence saw them take a 35-7 halftime lead.

Rathmore launched a comeback in the 3rd qtr, led by Miriam Dineen (12 pts) and Cathy Kiely (5 pts). Gneeveguilla, led by Tara O’Leary (11 pts) and Delia Foley (9 pts) kept ahead and won 49-28.

U18 BOYS DIV2: Played:10/12/2017.

Gneeveguilla 44, St Anne’s 43. After Gneeveguilla led by 15 early in the 3rd qtr, led by Evan Cronin (17 pts) and Cathal McCarthy (13 pts), St Anne’s came all the way back to lead by 1 with seconds left. They were led by Gearoid Murphy (15 pts) and John Rourke (10 pts). It was McCarthy who scored the buzzer-beater after a dramatic steal and Gneeveguilla won 44-43.

Killarney Badminton Club

Congratulations to Kieran Crehan and partner Carmel Hudson Div. 3 who won the Moyvane Tournament and to jeab Workman and William Flaherty runners up. Well done to Div. 4 ladies who beat Iveragh last week in a county league home game. (Team: Hylda Harmon, Sonia Smith, Fiona Galvin).

Kilcummin Community Notes

CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT THE CATHEDRAL: In aid of Kilcummin N.S. Hall with Liam Lawton and special guests on Sunday 17th December 2017. Concert 7pm to 9pm. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets €20 Also online: buytickets.at/kilcumminns OLD KILCUMMIN GRAVEYARD: A grave numbered map has been erected as part of our ongoing recording project. If you are aware of the burial locations of known individuals that are not mapped we urgently need your assistance as no old maps have been located to date. By logging onto www.historicgraves.ie and using the grave reference number you will be able to see a photograph of the gravestone and inscription details. Contact: 0871527050.

MEMORIAL WALK: A Memorial 5K & 10K Kilcummin Walk in memory of Catherine O’Leary and Mary Lynch will take place on Saturday 30th December at 2pm. Meeting Point is

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Kilcummin Klub Bar. Soup and Sandwiches afterwards in the Klub Bar. All welcome. Further information contact Marie 085 1571365.

Mastergeeha FC

U12: Mastergeeha 0 Dingle 3. DIV 1 U14: Killarney Celtic 1 Mastergeeha 4. U18: Killarney Athletic 2 Mastergeeha 1. The boys were unlucky not to get a point away on Saturday morning. The home side got off to a good start scoring in the 10th minute. However, Mastergeeha crated some chances with Sipo O’Neill going close. In the second half, Athletic scored again but Mastergeeha got a goal back with 20 minutes remaining when James Lynch finished well.

In the closing stages Dylan Murphy, Niall Daly and James Lynch went close for Mastergeeha. DIV 1B: Mastergeeha 3 Killarney Athletic 2.

LOTTO: There was no winner on Friday 8th December 2017. Numbers drawn were 2, 17, 18, 19. Jackpot now €2,400.

Killarney Celtic

Munster Junior Cup, Killarney Celtic 4, Dingle Bay 0. Premier B, Killarney Celtic B 2, Mitchels Avenue 4. Youths League, Killarney Celtic 4, Killorglin AFC 2. U16 Div 2, Fenit 1, Killarney Celtic B 1, U14 National Cup, Park 7, Killarney Celtic 1. U14 Div 1, Killarney Celtic 1, Mastergeeha 4. U12 Div1, Castleisland 2, Killarney Celtic B 2.

LOTTO: Numbers Drawn 8,9,13,26.

Jackpot not won, 2 x €75. Next Jackpot €2,000.

Killarney RFC

U16: Tralee 7 – 12 Killarney. After a three week lay-off Killarney u16s travelled to Tralee for a match that would determine the winners of the Munster u16 conference 2.

U18: Kanturk 0 South Kerry 36. South Kerry took an early lead with opportunistic try by Oisin Daly, followed by two tries by Eoin O’Suilleabhain, and another by Stephen Sealey.

In the second half Shane Looney scored his first ever try and the last play saw Darragh Fitzgerald score and drop kick the conversion for final score 36-0. Well done to all and coaches Andrew and Dan. MINIS: Last weekend our minis hosted Corcha Dhuibhne at Knockreer and some fantastic rugby was on display at all ages. Next Saturday our U10’s and U12’s head to Tralee RFC for some matches. We will host our Christmas party at the Killarney Avenue next Sunday between 2pm and 4pm and all minis and their brothers and sisters are welcome to come along and meet Santa and his chief Elf! NEXT WEEKEND’S FIXTURES: SENIORS: Killarney V Ballincollig - Aghadoe, Sunday at 2:30pm. U16: Killarney V Castleisland – Aghadoe, Saturday at 11am. U14: Abbeyfeale V Killarney – The Grove, Sunday at 11:30am.

Killarney Swimming Club

Congratulations to our swimmers who took part in the Tralee Invitation Gala winning an incredible

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nineteen medals! Under 13 Boys – Nathaniel Doncel won silvers in the 50 and 200 freestyle, and bronze in the 100 backstroke. Under 15 Girls – Ellen O’Connor won silver in the 100 breaststroke. Under 15 Boys – Paudie O’Leary won golds in the 50 and 100 freestyle, silver in the 100 backstroke and bronze in the 100 butterfly. Charles O’Brien won silver in the 100 breaststroke. Donal Daly took bronze in the 200 freestyle.

Over 16 Girls – Margaret O’Brien won golds in the 200 breaststroke and 100 backstroke. Niamh Coffey took gold in the 200 freestyle and silvers in the 100 butterfly, and the 50 and 100 freestyle. Over 16 Boys – Paul O’Leary won bronze in the 200 and 100 breaststroke. Alan O’Shea took bronze in the 50 freestyle. Thanks to our coaches, Cathal O’Brien, Leontia Doody and John Edwards and to parents for travelling. Thanks to everyone for supporting the Killarney Rotary Club Wine & Art night and to Killarney Rotary Club for nominating us. Your support will help in the purchase of swimming equipment to be used for years to come.

MEK United

U12 LEAGUE: MEK 3 - 2 Killorglin C Goals by Stuart Scott, James Clifford and Tadgh Gosney. Man of the Match: Tadgh Gosney U14 LEAGUE: MEK 2 - 1 Killarney Athletic It was an early start for all on a crisp winter’s morning. Ball played through by todays captain, Eddie Moroney to Kevin Harant was slotted home into the left hand corner of the net! Thanks to our United defence and especially our goalie Dean Sheehan the first half ended 1 – 0.

The second half started with Athletic in the driving seat, creating many chances, but, thanks to the unity of the MEK defence no score resulted!

Further good defensive play led to the ball being dropped to Charlie Keating who’s through pass to Kevin Harant was rocketed into the back of the Athletic net! Moments later, a corner was followed by some nice play by Athletic who managed to beat our keeper and bring the score to 2 – 1. Well done to all our MEK players who played with the spirit of the team, show-casing the benefits of all their hard work. Finally, the match would not have been possible without the efforts of Martin Muldoon and his team, who gave us a great game on an excellent pitch (especially for this time of the year).

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club

LOTTO: No winner of our lotto draw 08/12/2017, numbers drawn were 10, 18, 20 & 21. Bonus not won numbers drawn were 3, 6, 9 & 29. Next week’s jackpot €4,600 plus €1,000 bonus.

GNEEVEGUILLA NATIONAL SCHOOL SANTA FUN RUN: Garrett O’ Connor was the winner, so too was he first home in Barradubh two weeks ago.

Michelle Knee was 1st lady, she also ran well in Riocht earlier in the day.

RIOCHT 5K: Robert Purcell was 6th to finish, Andrew Purcell was 1st Junior, Danielle O’ Riordan 1st U16, Michelle Knee 4th Senior, Norette O’ Riordan 6th senior, Eileen O’ Riordan ran O40.

NATIONAL CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS: Good luck to ben Murphy who travels to Waterford this Sunday.

Muckross Rowing Club

MUCKROSS HEAD OF THE RIVER: The club wishes to sincerely thank all involved in the running of our Head Of the River on Saturday 2nd December. The event was a great success for the club and we are very grateful for the support of the rowing clubs in attendance, especially our fellow Kerry clubs, namely Flesk Valley, Workmen, Killorglin, Tralee, Kenmare and Waterville. The event was made possible by the volunteering spirit of over 60 adult members and parents of junior members. Our thanks to all who supported us with their time, home baking, behind the scenes with meetings, supplies and every job in between. We also say a special word of thanks to the Red Cross ambulance crew, Civil Defence water rescue, Coillte and Rowing Ireland.

UPCOMING: Training continues weekend mornings at the boathouse and midweek evenings at the Community Centre. Looking forward to the Christmas break, hopefully lots of calm, crisp days ahead! Coaches will advise details of training times over the holidays. The next competitive events will be in January. Irish Indoor Rowing Championships, UL Area, Sat 20 Jan 2018. Kerry Head Of the River, Killorglin, Sat 27 Jan 2018.

Killarney Musical Society

The lighting of Killarney Memory Tree Takes place on Monday December 18 at 7pm, please all members to come out and support this lovely event. Our rehearsals will return on January Saturday 6th, looking forward to preparing for a wonderful show Sweet Charity in March 2018.

Save the date, our Annual Table Quiz takes place Friday January 26th, details to follow. Finally, may we wish all our members both past and present, their family and friends a very Merry Christmas, hope you get the best present of all, the company of people you love, good cheer and a smile.

Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage

MEMBERSHIP: If you are interested in joining the Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Club for 2018, give a call to Jacqueline in Killarney Glass at Woodlands Industrial Estate for a Membership Form or text 0873381842 for a form to be posted to you.

CHRISTMAS CHARITY WALK: Our 5th annual 5km & 10km Christmas Charity Walk takes place on Thursday the 28th December next through Killarney National Park, departing from the Innisfallen Hotel, Fossa at 2pm with registration on the day

from 1pm. All proceeds from the walk going to the Kerry/Cork Health Link Bus with a raffle for spot prizes afterwards in aid of Killarney teenager, Ian O’Connell. Refreshments and trad session with Killarney School of Music after the walk. Any queries to Club Secretary 087-3381842.

Spa Muckross Community Games

BASKETBALL: please contact our Secretary on 087 6115306, if your child is interested in trying out for the following teams: U11 (over 9) Mixed (5 boys + 5 girls) - County Competition Saturday 27th January 2018. (Under 11: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2007 are overage) U13 (over 10) Boys - County Competition Sunday 14th January 2018. Age Guidelines 2018 (Under 13: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2005 are overage).

Workmen’s Rowing Club

HIGH PERFORMANCE TRAINING CAMP: Three of our U18 ladies have been invited to attend this camp in the National Rowing Centre this Saturday and Sunday 16th & 17th December. Ciara Moynihan, Ciara Browne and Annie O’Donoghue… all the very best for the weekend!

HEAD OF THE RIVER , 6KM IRISH TRIALS: The very best of luck to our U17 , U18 and U23 scullers who will participate once again in this trialing process next Saturday 23rd December.

CHRISTMAS ROW: Everyone is looking forward to donning the hats and beards for our Christmas Row and refreshments this Sunday. Hope the weather holds …..there’ll surely be some confused reindeer in the National Park!!!!

ICE SKATING: Ice Skating for all on Thursday 21st, 8pm … Make sure you’ve signed up!

FUNDRAISING: Many thanks to everyone who supported our recent clothes collection. There’ll be another one at the end of January to make room for all the bargains from the sales!!!

Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Men’s Club

Club Captain Derry McCarthy wishes to remind all of our Members that the launch of the Club’s 125th Anniversary Celebrations, will be held at the Clubhouse on Thursday the 21st of December next at 7.30 P.M. The launch will coincide with the Gala Performance of the Christmas Concert by the Men’s Club Choir, which is always a highlight of our Christmas celebrations. Derry, who in partnership with our Lady Captain Sheila Crowley are the joint coordinators of our 125th Anniversary Celebrations, advises that an exciting and comprehensive programme of events has been planned for 2018, and that, that programme will be revealed to us all on the night. Derry would also like to advise that Santa Claus will be paying his annual visit to our Clubhouse on Saturday next, the 16th of December at 1.00 P.M. and all members with children

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or grandchildren who would like to meet Santa are welcome to come along on the day to meet the great man himself. The Men’s Club competition on Sunday the 10th of December was a Club sponsored “Champagne Scramble” team of 3 event.

The top four teams all finished on the same score of 91 points and the Placings were decided on the better back nine holes. 1st Peter McEnery(9), Ryan Kelliher(6), Stephen Kelliher(2), 2nd James Curran(7), Ger Moroney(10), Pat Casey(29) and 3rd Pat Favier(14), Paudie Horan(12), David O’Donoghue(2) all teams with 91 Points.

Killarney Athletic A.F.C.

RESULTS: Under 12 Division 2, Killarney Athletic 3 Listowel Celtic 4. Killarney Athletic scorers Dan Fleming, Bryn Flaherty & Darragh Kingston.

Under 14 Premier; Tralee Dynamos 1 Killarney Athletic A 6. Under 14 Division 2: Killarney Athletic B 1 MEK 2. Under 16 Premier; Ballyhar 2 Killarney Athletic 2. Youths: Killarney Athletic 2 Mastergeeha 1. Scorers were Harry Potts and Tadgh Doolan. Went 2 – 0 up and Mastergeeha came back. Great game and a credit to both teams. Seniors: Killarney Athletic v Fenit Samphires, Match postponed. Mastergeeha B 3 Killarney Athletic B 2. Chris O’Meara scoring Athletics’ goals.

Reindeer run /walk

Reindeer run /walk in aid of Motor Neurons Disease. 10Km. 23rd December, 9am-12 noon. Starting from Liebherr Car Park on the Fossa Road, through Killarney National Park. All welcome. To make a donation www. idonate.ie/reindeerrum or donate on the day.

On The Ball Dr Crokes Club JUVENILE MEDAL PRESENTATION: This Friday 15th of December we will hold our Annual Juvenile medal presentation for all winning teams in our Clubhouse at 6pm. We hope you will come along & appreciate the work & effort our young stars & their coaches have put in.

DEVELOPMENT FUND: Dr Crokes Club are embarking on a fundraising initiative to help upgrade the current facilities of our grounds as it has been 12 years since serious work has been carried out. There are fantastic prizes to be won with the first prize a Nissan Pulsar Executive Class Car and second prize is a four-night stay for two people in New York including flights. We have 10 prizes in total and the draw will take place on December 20th, 2018.Tickets are €10 each or a book of 6 for €50. There will be an additional draw of €1000 for those who purchase a full book for €50. Tickets can be purchased in the Tatler Jack or from Club members.

LOTTO: Lotto 5, 7, 22, 28. Jackpot €3600 Not Won Match 3 6 by €70.

Next Draw Sunday 17th of December in Tatler Jack. Jackpot €3900. 3 €50 vouchers also drawn.

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On The Ball | Monday 5.30pm East Kerry GAA EAST KERRY U21 B CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL: Firies won the Final of East Kerry Under 21 B Championship, against Kilcummin in Farranfore.

Firies led at the break 1-9 to 0-4, the goal by Pardaig de Brún. A purple patch for Firies, early in the second half, saw the home side lead 5-13 to 0-4 on the 40th minute, with 4 goals - Donnchadh O’Sullivan(2), Niall Donoghue and Padraig O’Sulllivan.

Kilcummin’s Oscar O’Connor found the net for 2 goals in the last quarter. Final score Firies 5-21 Kilcummin 2-5. East Kerry Vice Chairman Johnny Brosnan presented the Pa Doyle Memorial Cup to Firies captain Seamus Barry.

EAST KERRY U21 A CHAMPIONSHIP: East Kerry Under 21 ‘A’ Championship semi finals are: Friday 15 December at 8pm Dr Crokes host Spa. Saturday 16 December at 2pm Gneeveguilla at home to Rathmore. The final is fixed for Saturday 23 December at 2pm. Neutral venue TBC. MUNSTER SEMI FINALS SCÓR NA NÓG: Four groups from East Kerry progressed to the Munster Scór nanÓg finals last Sunday: Spa CLG - Set Dancers and Figure Dancers, Kilcummin CLG - Instrumental Music Group, Glenflesk CLG - Ballad Group.

Killarney Legion GAA Club

CONGRATULATIONS: To James O Donoghue who was once again named as Munster GAA Player of the Year. Following on his previous wins in 2013 and 2014 there is no doubt that when clear of injury he is a huge influence on both club and county.

His O Donoghue Cup final performance bodes well for 2018.Well done James.

SENIOR TEAM REVIEW: Our season may have ended in disappointment with an agonizing one point defeat to Rathmore in the O Donoghue

Cup Final. But when looking back at 2017 there was a lot of positives to be gleamed from the year. Some of the team’s performances were most heartening. The opening County League games against Kilcummin and Spa were real humdingers. The 2 game (draw and replay) arm wrestle with Kenmare in the County Championship were tight and frantic before we eventually got the better of a team who later proved themselves to be a formidable unit in their own right. Dingle, with so many quality players, were put to the sword in Pairc an Ashaigh in a performance which earned the team an ovation from the club’s faithful who travelled in great numbers. To go through Division 2 of the County League undefeated, without your Kerry players, was a remarkable feat. We are also currently one of only 8 Senior clubs in the county. An elite position. Of course, there was low points. Losing to West Kerry in extra time in the County Championship, to Kenmare in the Club Championship semi final and of course the Rathmore final. But all these games are played at the top level and even if you are a fraction short you can be punished.

LOTTO: Numbers were 4,7,9,24, No winner. Next week’s Jackpot €18,400. Sunday Dec 17th @9pm in Murphy Bar.

Glenflesk

LOTTO: No winner of the lotto which took place in The Corner House on 4/12/2017. Jackpot €4,000, Numbers were 4, 6, 17, 24. The next draw will take place in The Kerryway, on 18/12/2017 and the Jackpot is €4,200.

SCOR NA NOG: Our Scor na nOg Ballad Group were in the Munster Semi Final last weekend and qualified for the Munster Final in Éire Óg, Ovens on January 7th at 2pm.

DEFIBRILLATOR: Please note that the defibrillator located at Glenflesk GAA is currently being serviced following use. We will inform you when reinstated at Glenflesk GAA grounds.

Please note that a defibrillator is available at O’ Donoghues Barraduff in the event of an emergency.

Gneeveguilla GAA

No winner of last week’s lotto numbers drawn 9 23 27 28. Lucky dip winners Denny Buckley €40, Con Murphy €40, Noreen Foley €40, Adrian Regan €30, Catherine Fleming €30, yearly ticket Mike Warren €20.

Club bar will be open from 3pm to 7pm on Christmas Eve. Gneeveguilla tru blue outing on Dec 28 contact Joe McCarthy Pat Barry or John Murphy for details.

Kilcummin GAA

AWARDS NIGHT: December 28th in GAA Clubhouse commencing at 9 pm. Minor team will be presented with their East Kerry medals on that night also.

PINK NIGHT: January 6th at 8.30 in GAA Club. Annual fund raiser for Oncology unit U.H.K. Please remind friends and have a good night of music, games, spot prizes and all for an excellent cause.

EAST KERRY FINAL U-21: Our under 21 played in the East Kerry B Final on Sunday last in Farranfore against a very good Firies team and played second fiddle throughout the entire game. Despite two goals from Oscar O Connor and a willingness to play to the end we suffered a heavy defeat on the scoreline 5-19 to 2-6.

Listry GAA

CHARITY 31 CARD DRIVE: The annual 31 Card Drive 5 single hand in aid of Fr Pat O Donnell Cancer Support Services will take place in Faha Court Bar on Sunday December 17th commencing at 5.30pm. Entry Fee: €10. Usual prizes. Raffle on the

day also and refreshments will be served. Spot prizes would be appreciated to John Wren, Noel O Sullivan and Anthony Clifford. All welcome.

LOTTO RESULTS: Numbers drawn 2, 4, 10, 21. No Jackpot winner. Next Sunday jackpot E2,150.00. 2017 Entrant Draw winner: Congratulations to Donal Cronin on winning E1,000 in Listry Lotto.

FAHA COURT: Listry GAA and community would like to thank Sean O Mahony and staff in Faha Court Bar and Restaurant for the lovely meal and entertainment he supplies on Friday December 8th.

Spa Club

COISTE NA NOG AGM: Was held last week and delighted to announce that Sean Casey will take over the reigns as Chairman, this year after Ivor Flynn’s year and a half tenure.

Sean will be a great asset to our underage structure with experience former Senior player, manager of Kerry Senior Ladies football team, numerous All Ireland medals for set dancing and involvement in various other committees. Bernie Courtney, secretary, Assumpta O Donoghue, Vice Chairperson, Philomena O Sullivan, Asst Treasurer and Sarah McArdle Cronin, Registrar all stepped down after their many years of service. The Club are actively looking for new members to fill these rolls.

Noelle Casey, Treasurer continues her role after producing an excellent Financial report.

REMEMBRANCE TREE: Our community tree was lit last weekend and will continue to light every night over the Christmas season 6-10pm.

Thanks to everyone involved and who supported this great idea.

UPCOMING FIXTURE: U21 East Kerry Championship, Spa v Dr Crokes @8pm. LOTTO: 7,8,10, 11. Next week’s Jackpot €12,000 Arbutus.

Motorsport

McLaren’s Most Extreme Street-Legal Car Named After F1 Legend CHRISTMAS has come early for 500 McLaren owners with the launch of the company’s “most extreme road car yet”.

McLaren has dubbed the car the Senna in tribute to the legendary F1 racer Ayrton Senna. To add more credibility to the moniker, Ayrton’s nephew Bruno Senna is one of the development drivers for McLaren and says this vehicle is a fitting tribute.

“The McLaren Senna honours my uncle because it is so utterly dedicated to delivering a circuit experience that allows a driver to

be the best they can possibly be,” he says.

Every facet of the Senna has been engineered for aerodynamic efficiency, highlighted by the massive rear wing that extends from underneath the rear of the car.

The interior has been stripped of anything that might add weight — even the stereo is an option.

Leather or alcantara covers the race seats and dash but all other surfaces are left exposed to reduce weight and show off the carbon fibre weave that forms the basis of the Senna’s chassis.

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