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PAGE SIX Louise Still In Coma In Spain Words: Adam Moynihan The entire community has been urged to band together and support the family of a 21-year-old Killarney woman who is currently in a coma in Spain.

Louise Lynch from Radrinagh, Spa was involved in a horrific car accident near La Albuera, Badajoz on February 24. Two weeks later, she is still in intensive care suffering from serious internal, cranial and abdominal injuries as well as many fractured bones. Her condition is described as being critical.

The incident, which involved three vehicles and eight people, has also left two others, including Louise’s friend, in hospital. One passenger was tragically killed.

Shortly after the accident, Louise’s family flew out to Spain to be by her side in the Infanta Christina Hospital in Badajoz.

Her father, Séamus, is originally from Milltown/Castlemaine and her mother, Nora (née Buckley), grew up in Radrinagh. Her brother, James, is a Leaving Cert student in St Brendan’s College while her sister, Marie, is studying nursing in UCC. Louise has been described by friends as being a very energetic person with a great of humour. She has always been very active in her community and has lined out for the Spa ladies in football. She is also a talented musician and has

represented Spa in Scór na nÓg.

This is a tremendously difficult time for the Lynch family and any support our readers can offer would be greatly appreciated. A GoFundMe page has been set up by the family and Spa GAA to help with the enormous medical expenses and already €28,500 has been donated.

If you are in a position to make a donation, please do.

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59 More Homes For Killarney Clúid Housing and the Kerry County Council have announced another major social housing development in Killarney. The department of Housing, Planning and Local Government has granted approval for the acquisition of 59 homes at Oakwood, Rock Road. The units will be delivered through the Government’s Capital Advanced Leasing Facility (CALF).

The 59 apartments to be delivered in Oakwood will provide much-needed housing for those on the county’s housing list. Part of an unfinished apartment complex, the apartments will undergo small-scale works to ensure they are ready for occupation before the end of 2018. This scheme is comprised of 44 one-bed apartments and 15 two-bed apartments spread over four floors.

The building and units are disable-friendly, with wide doorways,

It’s a great news as this is property that’s already there & not being utilised

access ramps and designated parking spaces located directly outside.

The news comes just a week after it was revealed that 61 houses are to be constructed at Derreen.

Those homes are scheduled for completion before the end of 2019 and, when complete, will provide high quality social housing to families and single people on Kerry Coun-

ty Council’s housing list.

The homes will include 22 two-bed houses and 39 three-bed houses – all constructed locally in Killarney.

Mayor of Killarney Niall Kelleher welcomed the news regarding the acquisition of the properties at Oakwood.

“It’s a great news as this is property that’s already there and not being utilised,” he said. “It’s something that has been ongoing for quite a while and I’m delighted it has finally been approved.

We have a large number of people in Killarney on the one and two-bed list. Some people are on that list for 10-11 years and it’s great that they’ll finally have places they’ll be able to call home.”

Mayor Kelleher: “People will finally have places they’ll be able to call home.”

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Victorian Carriage From 1861 Restored For Parade Words: Adam Moynihan

This year’s St Patrick’s Day Parade Grand Marshall will be travelling in style thanks to a group of dedicated enthusiasts who have beautifully restored a Victorian era carriage.

The vehicle, believed to be a Victorian Landau from 1861, was discovered on a scrap heap by Dermot Healy of Dermot Healy Motors. As the ‘before’ pictures show, it was very severely damaged but Dermot tasked members of the local Men’s Club with restoring the coach to its former glories.

Mick Myers, Tom Ashe and Pat O’Brien, who joined via the South Kerry Development Partnership scheme, enlisted the help of Marguerita, a Mexican woman with experience in this line of work, and off they went.

Speaking to the Advertiser this week, Mick admitted that they were mad to take the job on. “We didn’t know what

we were letting ourselves in for,” he said. “We were only making it up as we went along.”

“Marguerita and her late husband used to restore coaches up in Kilcummin.

Only for her, we hadn’t a hope.”

The canopy proved especially tricky as the original one had been completely destroyed but, working off pictures they found online, the crew laboured tirelessly on the project for over six months. The results are astounding.

The group expressed their gratitude to Pat and Timmy McGillicuddy, Brendan O’Sullivan Darcy of Killarney Welding, Torc Engineering and, of course, Dermot Healy, all of whom provided great assistance throughout the process.

Locals will be able to catch a glimpse of the classy carriage on St Patrick’s Day when it will be used to transport the parade’s Grand Marshall, Yvonne Quill.

Cycling

ROK Registration Issues Quickly Resolved

PRO Cathal Walsh (centre) pictured at the launch of the Ring of Kerry Cycle in February. Pic: Valerie O’Sullivan.

Registration for the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle is open and issues experienced by some cyclists when trying to sign up were quickly resolved, according to PRO Cathal Walshe.

A number of vexed would-be participants took to social media to criticise event organisers when they were unable to register, but Cathal says the situation was dealt with promptly.

“Some cards weren’t being accepted but it was rectified fairly quickly,”

he confirmed. “But there’s no problem. It’s going smoothly enough now.”

“We’re hoping for a successful year,” he continued. “It’s early yet but we’d be very optimistic that this year will be as good as any other year.”

In 2018, funds raised by the popular cycle, which has raked in around €15 million for local charities since it started 35 years ago, will benefit 14 organisations instead of 10.

To register for this year’s event, visit ringofkerrycycle.ie.

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TOWNTALK Greener St Patrick’s Day At Aghadoe Heights John Long Chairman Chapter 23 Credit Union (seated right) who presented 1st prize in the Chapter 23 U-13 Schools Quiz to Sinéad Olibhéar, Adam Ó Súilleabháin, Cameron Ó Rua and Daire Ó Briain of Gaelscoil Faithleann. Back: Christy Killeen, Secretary Chapter 23 CU, Jack Harrington, Principal Prionsais MacCurtain, teacher Treasa Uí Scannláin and John O’Regan, PRO Chapter 23 at the Institute of Technology Tralee on Sunday.

Gaelscoil Claim Credit Union Quiz Crown The luxury five star Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa will “go green” in more than one way this St Patrick’s Day. Joining in the country’s revelry, the hotel will not only be bathed in a shower of green light on March 17 but the team will also be launching their newly established initiative to be a more environmentally green business. The team will be working together to implement effective plans to make the hotel even more environmentally friendly, adding to the measures that are already in place.

“At the top of the list is our aim to reduce our dependence on single use plastic,” said General Manager Niall Coffey. “With an ocean that is

struggling to cope with mass amounts of plastic and the devastating damage this is having on our planet, The Aghadoe Heights Hotel will join other environmentally friendly businesses and launch our ban on plastic straws.”

From now on, the hotel will only be using environmentally friendly and fully biodegradable straws in its two popular restaurants, The Lake Room and The Heights Lounge. Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa is surrounded by some of the world’s most spectacular natural scenery and it is only fitting that it plays a role in giving back to the environment. More environmentally friendly initiatives will be launched on a monthly basis.

The Credit Union Quiz is always a hotly contested event and 2018 did not disappoint in this regard. At chapter level, Lissivigeen Nation School and Gaelscoil Faithleann were to take first and second place respectively in the U-13 category with Scoil Bhríde Loreto and Cullina National School taking the spoils in the U-11 category. All of these four teams progressed to the next round which, after a small snow delay, was held on Saturday last in the Tralee Institute of Technology at 4.30pm.

With a very high standard on the day, the quiz finished in a tie

break situation. Gaelscoil Faithleann came out the victors in the U-13 category and will travel to Dublin, on Sunday April 8, for the All-Ireland Final. The team members are Sinéad Olibhéar, Cameron Ó Rua, Daire Ó Briain and Adam Ó Súilleabháin.

This is the second year in a row that Gaelscoil Faithleann will be representing this district of the League of Credit Unions in the All Ireland Contest. Gaelscoil Faithleann have a proud tradition with the Tráth na gCeist, placing regularly and being crowned All-Ireland Champions in 2010. We wish them well on April 8.

Gleneagle Band To Play For Charity The Gleneagle Hotel will be the venue for a massed band concert on Sunday March 25 at 7.30pm as part of the Gleneagle Concert Band Annual Charity Concert.

The Cobh Confraternity band will be guest artists this year. Each band will perform a selection of pieces individually before coming together at the end of the concert for an amazing massed band performance featuring over 100 musicians on stage. All proceeds from this concert will be allocated to South Kerry MS Association, Kerry Cancer Support Group, Enable Ireland Kerry Children Services and the Band Music Education Youth Programme.

Band conductor Vincent Condon says: “We are really pleased to be collaborating with the South Kerry MS Association, Kerry Cancer Support Group and Enable Ireland Kerry Children Services at this year’s charity concert. We hope the public will come out in great numbers to support this worthwhile fundraising venture.

“The band musically is in excellent form and the concert will also provide an opportunity to showcase the tremendous

work being done through our Music Education Youth Programme, which has benefited so many young people throughout the county for the past 38 years. I extend an open invitation to everybody who has been involved with the band in the past as well as our supporters and music enthusiasts to come and join us for what will be an evening of great entertainment.”

The band, which performed superbly for President Michael D. Higgins on his visit to Killarney in 2012, embarked on a concert tour to Lisbon in 2013 and per-

formed two concerts in the Portuguese capital. The band was again a very proud ambassador for Killarney and Kerry on foreign soil in August 2017 when the they travelled to Monaco and Cannes and performed two concerts in the south of France under the baton of band conductor Vincent Condon. This was the band’s seventh foreign tour after visits to Germany, Holland, Sweden, Austria, Portugal and Paris over the past four decades. Band manager Ciaran Lynch says: “These are very exciting times for the band which would not be possible

without the encouragement and support we receive from the political and business sector and general public in Killarney. This concert will be a highlight and a celebration of the voluntary work, community service and musical excellence that exists here in Killarney.

Rehearsals are going very well and there will be a massed band of over 100 players on stage for what will be a musical spectacle in Killarney not to be missed.”

Tickets are priced at €12 for adults and €9 for children/OAPs and are available from the INEC ticket office, band members, the South Kerry MS Association, Kerry Cancer Support Group, Enable Ireland Kerry Children Services and on the door of the night of the concert. The concert will cater for all musical tastes and will include military marches, classical music, jazz numbers, film music, and vocal hits.

Any person interested in joining the Gleneagle Concert Band (including past members and adults with previous musical experience) or enrolling in music lessons in the Gleneagle School of Music should contact the band at 087 2229513.

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This week in The Chatroom PJ O’Sullivan, from the delicious Auntie Nellie’s sweet shop on Kenmare Place, calls in to have a chat about the weight loss journey he’s been on.

In January we did a special New Year’s article and asked locals about their resolutions and sure enough PJ said he wanted to “get fit in mind and body and get more involved in charity work”.

Well, after an eye opening trip to India, PJ is combining the two goals and attempting to lose five stone which would enable him to do a charity par-

achute jump!

PJ tells us all about his journey so far, which has already seen him lose three stone since October, and how much more weight he has to lose in order to do the charity skydive. You can follow PJ’s progress over the next 12 weeks over on his Facebook page. Just search ‘PJ Goes Skydiving’ and you’ll find him. You’ll also be able to donate to this worthy cause from a link on the Facebook page.

Catch all the craic in The Chatroom tonight Friday, March 16 at 9pm on our website www.killarneyadvertiser. ie and also on our Facebook page.

Motor Club

The Shire have launched an exciting new food menu aimed at providing even more delicious options to hungry customers.

The popular Lord of the Rings themed bar, which is owned by well-liked entrepreneur Ollie Favier, started serving food for the first time in 2017 and their mouth-watering gourmet burgers went down a treat with locals and tourists alike. Now they’re hoping that this new menu will help satisfy a broader selection of tastes, with a whole host of appealing snacks to choose from.

As well a firm favourites like the

Smeagol’s Cheese, Two Towers and Fires of Mordor burgers, customers can now sample Saruman’s Steak Sandwich, chilli con carne, fajitas, quesadillas and nachos in addition to a kids menu and plenty of scrumptious sides.

The kitchen in the lively tavern has been expanded which, in turn, has allowed them to delve into other kinds of cuisine. The emphasis, however, will remain on quality. All ingredients are locally sourced and of the highest possible calibre. Check out their Facebook page or visit theshirekillarney. com for more information.

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Ceara Wins Tickets To Mayor’s Shindig

Killarney & District Motor Club Club Person of the Year Award 2017 was presented to Diarmuid Lynch (Glenflesk) by the club Chairman Diarmuid Cronin. He was honoured for his dedication and Commitment to the Club throughout each and every event it runs, for his charity work in 2017 raising over €44,000 for the Kerry-Cork Health Link Cancer Bus and for his long time passion for motorsport in the club. A true clubman.

News Briefs ...

Retired Nurses Association Kerry Branch

The AGM of the Retired Nurses Kerry Branch will take place in the Killarney Court Hotel on Friday, March 23 commencing at 11am. The meeting will be tinged with sadness as it marks the first get-together of the members since the sudden passing of our much-loved and

respected PRO John Kelly RIP. The guest speaker at the meeting will be the crime prevention officer of the Kerry Division of An Garda Siochána. All members are asked to make an effort to attend and new members will also be most welcome.

Kieran Healy and Shaun McSweeney (representing Mayor Niall Kelleher) present our Like and Share Facebook Competition winner Ceara Moore with two tickets to the Mayor’s Shindig, which is taking place in the INEC this Sunday.

Shaun McSweeney, representing Mayor of Killarney Municiple District Niall Kelleher, called to the office this week to present our Like and Share Facebook competition winner Ceara Moore with two tickets to the Mayor’s Shindig.

The exciting event will take place in the INEC this Sunday. Niall has

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Call Shaun at 087 4130495 or 064 6694101

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Crying Wolf In The Snow There was high praise for the council efforts and those of the Civil Defence for what is known as “Storm Emma”. Thankfully Kerry did not get the storm, and the snow didn’t show for a whole day after everyone went into lockdown.

This week the council defended their strong – I would tend towards alarming – advice to stay indoors from 4pm. I was around town that Thursday. It was a fine day. Killarney was deserted. Everyone was shutting shop. The only large supermarket open after 2pm was SuperValu – it was like Christmas Eve trying to get in there.

On the main roads, people rushed to get home by the 4pm deadline. There was panic on the roads and I witnessed a few near misses. And then everyone waited, and waited.

Children were kept home from school all day.

People who are used to telling the weather by the skies in the traditional sense, looked up at those skies and saw no immediate sign of snow, and less of storm.

But the nanny state - and I am not a fan of the term - had taken over, and we all rushed home in defiance of centuries of common sense and weather lore handed down the generations.

“It would be safer at home!” We had been warned, so precisely we were even given a time.

The Kerry Emergency Local Co-Ordination team, which we are told includes all of the principal response agencies in the county, had met on 16 occasions over the period of the red alert from Thursday afternoon to Saturday.

And 135 operational staff supported by 40 volunteers from the Civil Defence and the fire service worked tirelessly from 7am on Friday morning through to Sunday ensuring patients were taken for dialysis and other essential services ran. And the volunteers especially deserve our gratitude. They will not be on overtime or get time in lieu or holiday entitlements or any of the things state employees get.

But why is there not a more localised, more precise forecast available for a county as large as Kerry? We have one of the oldest scientifically based weather stations in the world down in Valentia Observatory in Cahersiveen.

Surely it can be configured to act locally?

The regular news updates from the council were invaluable. So the communications and collating of information is working in Kerry.

I have this gripe: it emerged during a council meeting in Tralee that the county has only four snow ploughs and eight gritters. Had we had more snow ploughs and less meetings - I would put money with you a plough will cost less than the meetings - we would have been able to return to normal quicker when the snow finally did come.

It took two brave councillors to raise the uncomfortable issue of over-warning. The Milltown councillor Michael O’Shea, who is emerging since being Mayor of Kerry as having grown in confidence and one to watch was the first. He was in Killarney on Thursday and the whole town had shut down.

“The problem is that Thursday was one of our

best days in the spring,” he said. His concern was that the next time there will be a real emergency, people won’t listen.

His colleague, Johnny Healy-Rae, met one businessman who told him the Thursday lockdown cost him €5,000. Is it any accident that both of those who raised the issue are self-employed businessmen with their feet firmly on the ground?

If there are going to be local warnings, let there be locally based forecasts, is what I say.

And no more of this crying wolf.

Legal Questions

Now, I want to raise an uncomfortable issue, without making life any more difficult for a respected businessman in this town. A few weeks ago there was a trial in Tralee of a man who robbed a mobile phone after being captured urinating in a lane alongside the businessman’s office.

If I were going into my home or business and found someone urinating there, I too would take out my phone and collect evidence in this manner.

However, during the trial calumny was thrown and suggestions made during garda interviews with the accused that the businessman was taking inappropriate pictures. There was publicity to this effect because it was opened to the jury.

The accused was found guilty of robbing the businessman’s phone. Afterwards, during the sentence hearing, the defence strategy of attempting to throw dirt took the Judge back to such an extent thathe questioned the appropriateness of it.

The defence barrister put his hands up and told the judge the accused had time to think this over and regretted his derogatory remarks as “unjustified and improper”.

Fine so. But something else emerged, which the jury were not allowed hear until after their verdict. The man urinating has 71 previous convictions for theft, robbery, assault, criminal damage and so on. And he has one for robbing his own mother.

There is a legal tradition of not disclosing an accused person’s past record to a jury. And there is some justification for this. But put that on the weighing scales against the “right” of the accused, in attempting to save himself, to throw any kind of calumny that comes into his head as a defence strategy and have that opened to a jury and to the public via the media.

Where is the balance here?

In his victim impact statement, the Killarney businessman told how he found the whole experience of having to appear in court and relive the ordeal he had been put through traumatic.

Listening to the garda interview and hearing the accounts on the media was difficult for himself and his family.

“The allegation that I was attempting to take inappropriate photographs of any kind is an outrageous lie and has been very difficult for my family to hear or read,” he said.

Charity

Table Quiz To Remember Charity Champion A popular Killarney man who worked tirelessly in support of a local charity will be remembered at a table quiz, in his name, to raise funds to help continue his work.

The late Tim Moore, a wellknown Killarney accountant who passed away, suddenly, in 2002, was very actively involved in the Irish Pilgrimage Trust which brings children and young adults to Lourdes every year.

To honour his commitment, the annual Tim Moore Memorial Table Quiz has been held in the town de the past 25 years and this year’s event will take place in the Gleneagle Hotel on Thursday, March 22 (7.30pm).

Kieran Coffey, the retired principal of Fossa National School, is one of those who spearhead the Kerry pilgrimage to Lourdes every Easter and he has appealed to the public to support the very important fundraiser which helps offset some of the costs involved.

Several children and young adults from Kerry, with physical and social needs, will travel on this year’s pilgrimage, starting on Easter Sunday.

“We are delighted to be in a position to continue Tim’s great work and to dedicate the quiz to him. It is now in its 26th year and it is always so well supported by the people of the greater Killarney area,” said Kieran.

Ring of Kerry cycle PRO Cathal Walshe will be the quizmaster on the night and there will be some super spot prizes and raffle prizes given away.

Win

Marty Fan Miriam Wins Big On Winning Streak

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Lucky local woman Miriam O’Sullivan walked away with a cool €18,000 when she appeared on last week’s episode of Winning Streak. Miriam, who was representing her mother Mary O’Sullivan-Mangan, came home from London to make the appearance and admitted that it was big moment for her as she’s a huge fan of host Marty Whelan.

Mary’s husband Gerry buys three tickets in Christy Healy’s on New Street every week: one for himself, one for Mary and one for Miriam. Mary was the lucky winner this time around and, with a little help from Miriam, she’s now richer to the tune of €18,000.

Congratulations to all involved!

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NEWS Order For Parade No. Group 1 The Colour Party 2 The Mayor / The President of the Chamber & The Grand Marshall 3 Pat Connell Michael Joe Lenihan 4 5 Nicky Lenihan 6 American Legion 7 Order of Malta 8 Killarney / South Kerry Branch Eagle Float 4th of July 9 10 Killarney Scorchers Cheerleading 11 Fiona Crowley Stage School 12 Killarney Legion G.A.A. Club 13 Raheen Community Playgroup Gleneagle Brass Band 14 15 Barraduff National School 16 Raheen National School 17 Bellview Woods Childcare 18 Toystory Float Kingdom Party Pals 19 20 American Flag Float 21 Kilcummin National School 22 Glenflesk & Kilcummin GAA Clubs 23 Irwin School of Irish Dancing INEC Riverdance 24 25 Spa GAA Club 26 Millstreet Pipe Band 27 O’Callaghan Coach Holidays Park Lodge Group 28 29 Kerry Stars Special Olympics Club Pieta House 30 31 Ken Cusack Superheros 32 Purple Flag Mascot Robot Panda Teddy Bear 33 34 Saloon Bar Float Killarney Athletic AFC 35 36 MD O’Sheas Float 37 Killarney RFC Mary O’Leary School of Irish Dancing 38 39 Killarney Celtic Football Club Professional Art by Egle Saladziute 40 41 Killarney Park Hotel & The Ross Hotel 42 Christmas In Killarney Float 43 Fossa GAA Club 44 Killarney Camogie Club 45 Craiceann Drum Band 46 Denjoes/Apache Family Restaurant 47 Ger Healy Vintage Tractor 48 Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage 49 Rory McGillycuddys 50 Dr. Crokes GAA Club 51 Irish Rose Travel ‘Irish Americans’ Bricin 52 53 Killarney Macra na Feirme

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Full St Patrick’s Day Schedule Announced St Patricks Festival Cill Airne 2018 are delighted to announce the full schedule of events to celebrate our national holiday.

Festival Chairperson Paul Sherry said: “We are delighted to announce our full event guide, the result of many months of hard work by the committee together with Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce and Kerry County Council.”

St Patrick's Day Events (March 17)

Street Entertainment The day kicks off at 12 noon in Beech Road Car Park where the Children’s fun zone will be located. Face painting, bouncy castles and DJ Donal kids disco will entertain the crowds before and after the parade. The moms and dads will be catered for with a 60-inch screening of the Ireland v England rugby game at 2.45pm.

On Main Street there will be pre-parade entertainment from 12.45pm to 1.30pm with the Killarney School of Music performance group led by Pádraig Buckley. Post-parade on Main Street sees ‘Paddies Party’ swing into action from 3.30pm with DJ Niall ‘Botty’ O’Callaghan and The Rising trad group from Fossa. Celtic Steps will entertain the masses at 4.30pm. “We have a wonderful array of talented local performers giving their time on the day,” commented David Rae, musical director for the festival. “We expect great crowds and this is all free entertainment.”

St Patrick’s Day Parade This year’s parade has garnered huge interest as is evident by the wealth of talent and diversity in the entries. Commencing at 2pm, this year’s parade will weave its way up Mission Road onto East Avenue, Kenmare Place, Main Street, New Street, Beech Road and into the New Street lower car park exiting onto Mission Road.

The Creative Director for this year’s parade is Fiona Crowley of Fiona Crowley Stage School.

“We have hundreds of participants in this year’s parade,” Fiona sais, “and we can rest assured that the parade will be a success in its primary goal, which is to ensure that it is, as always, about the community, the men, women, boys and girls who walk with pride alongside each other to make our parade happen. Without them there is no parade, so we salute you, our participants, our clubs, our schools, our organisations, who always make this parade a memorable one.”

Come & Join The Celebrations Words: Fiona Crowley So as the song goes, “If you’re Irish come into the parlour, there’s a welcome there for you!”

Well, that’s our invitation to you this Saturday.

Whether you are 1 or 101, come and join us to celebrate our wonderful patron saint and all that’s fabulous about being Irish.

Our parade starts from Mission Road at 2pm sharp and promises to be full of life, colour and a little bit of the magic that makes the Irish so special. Wave that flag, wear that big green hat, paint your face green, white and gold - whatever takes your fancy! But most if all, come and join in the fun. In the words of another famous song, “Nobody is going to rain on my parade!”

The committee strongly advise everyone to arrive in town early and note the traffic detours that will be in place. Free parking has been secured at the following locations from 1.00pm to 4.30pm: St Brendan’s College Secondary School, Penney’s car park, Hillard House and Killarney Community College, New Road. The Festival committee want to thank all the schools and car park providers for their generosity in assisting the running of the parade.

There will also be a wheelchair viewing area at Market Cross and the parade route and after party will have lots of amazing characters wandering about, plenty of characters not seen before in Killarney, and these guys are happy to pose for photos.

Paul Sherry, Chairperson, said: “We are expecting a large crowd in Killarney for the day’s events and we encourage everyone to wear your colours and paint the town green. Of course, please listen to the stewards and be safety conscious but overall enjoy the day’s festivities.”

The briefing for the stewards will take place at 12.30pm at the back of the Laurels.

Child Collection Point Children participating in the parade can be collected from the bottom left-hand corner of the New Street car park (bottle bank area) at the end of the parade route.

The entertainment continues in Killarney over the weekend, on Sunday, March 18 the Mayor’s Charity Shindig takes place at the INEC and on Monday, March 19 there’s a free concert by Killarney School of Music in St Mary’s Church at 8pm.

And, of course, the now annual ‘Greening of Killarney’ will take place over the festival week with many of our iconic buildings bathed in green light. Check out the festival’s Facebook page for the Best Greened Building vote. In addition, this year there is a Best Dressed Shop Window and the competition has been heating up all week.

Festival chair Paul Sherry thanked all the parties who make the festival happen.

“We would like to thank all the volunteers who make the parade happen, from the Fitzgerald Stadium committee, to the Gardaí, the stewards and first aiders, our sponsors who are generous with their funds and their participation, and Kerry County Council.”

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Killarney Mountain Festival

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First Mountain Festival A Huge Success

The inaugural Killarney Mountain Festival finally arrived last weekend and locals and visitors alike were treated to a cracking weekend of entertainment, education and activities at basecamp and around the National Pic. As Valerie O’Sullivan’s wonderful pictures show, there was great fun to be had at every turn and we’re certain the innovative festival will continue to go from strength to strength in the years to come. Well done to the organisers, especially the hard-working Maureen Hegarty (Chairperson) and Piaras Kelly (organising committee).

A 10km Park Run was also held as part of the festival with proceeds going towards the vital Killarney Microtrack project. The event organisers would like to thank the following: the Order of Malta, Killarney Valley AC, Hardman Events, Gneeveguilla AC, the Killarney National Park, gardaí, jarveys, volunteers, participants and, of course, the Killarney Mountain Festival.

Sarah Lynch, David Neeson and Mike Neeson.

Twins Kenneth and Jamie O’Meara.

A screening of exhilarating mountain journeys at Killarney Cinema.

Ciara Moore, Oisín Moore and Conor Brady.

Líle Burke and Heidi Moriarty.

Ciara O’Sullivan, Jake Dunlea, Tiernan Kelly and Annie-Rose Vogel, making a mountain out of specially designed, heat-retaining, biodegradable coffee cups.

An audience listening to one of the many talks at Basecamp.

Front: Gabriella Flores (3rd F), Geraldine O’Sullivan (2nd F), Miriam Beazley, (1st F), Pádraig O’Sullivan (1st), Darragh Casey (2nd) and Tim Long (3rd). Back: Maureen Hegarty (Chairperson, Killarney Mountain Members of SARDA (Search and Rescue Dog Association), Festival), Alan Ryan (Hardman Events), Piaras Kelly Patricia Deane, Rural and Recreational Officer of South who gave a demonstration of their training at a workshop (KerryClimbing.ie and Organising Committee, Killarney Kerry Development Partnership.

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Introducing The Bump Room To Killarney Led by chartered physiotherapist Ailish Mangan, this is a pregnancy class with a difference. It’s a mix of Pilates, yoga, aerobics, strength and conditioning and is tailored to the specific exercise needs of pregnant women, to challenge and support the client as their bodies change.

The Bump Room already run classes in Cork, Limerick, Galway, Clare, Dublin and Tipperary, and have proven to be extremely popular. There is generally a waiting list for the classes with many women returning on their subsequent pregnancies they enjoy it so much.

There are many common issues experienced in pregnancy, for example fatigue, swelling of the extremities and pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain. Research supports exercise in pregnancy: it can help with all these issues and more, it allows women to manage better in labour and even provides benefits into the postnatal period. Despite the evidence, women often feel anxious and uncertain about exercise in pregnancy. Having the support and advice of a chartered physiotherapist, with specialised training for exercise in pregnancy, allows women to exercise confidently and safely.

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Fine Dining And Great Shopping At Avoca Established in 1723, Avoca is Ireland’s oldest working mill and continues to produce quality woven goods from their Mill in Avoca, Co. Wicklow.

The Avoca Moll’s Gap store is now open and perhaps the most spectacular location for breaking any journey, or simply a perfect destination on its own. Situated on the ring of Kerry overlooking the Black Valley and Gap of Dunloe, whilst boasting the Macgillycuddy Reeks and Carrauntoohil as part of its scenic vista.

Located only 25 minutes from Killarney, visit and enjoy breathtaking views from the newly refurbished café and feast on the award-winning menu. Featuring some of the best casual dining in the southwest, Avoca is also the perfect destination for shopping.

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for women to ask questions, and Ailish will be adding in some practical information and tips, for example managing pregnancy related pelvic girdle pain and tips for labour. The classes aim to empower women, to keep fit, have fun and socialise. It’s a great way for new mums-to-be to connect. Ailish decided to bring The Bump Room to Killarney as she would have loved it during her own pregnancies had it been available locally.

Ailish has 15 years experience working in the acute and primary care sectors, as well as some work in private practice. She currently works with the HSE, in primary care, working with all age groups from young children to older adults. She is a mother of three young boys under the age of six. Ailish is passionate about enjoying an active and positive pregnancy, labour and birth. She is delighted to be bringing this exciting class to Killarney.

Classes start on Tuesday, April 10 in Killarney Sports and Leisure Centre, with limited spaces available. For further information see thebumproom.ie and The Bump Room on Facebook.

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7th Kerry County Clean-Up Day Is Launched

Ger O’Brien (KCC), Colm Cooper, Moira Murell (Chief Executive of KCC), Seán Murphy (KWD Killarney), Norma Foley, Mayor of Kerry John Sheahan, John Breen (KCC), John Lucid, Brendan Murphy (KCC) and Neilus Cahill. Pic: Domnick Walsh.

The annual County Clean-Up Day has been launched and everyone in the county is being asked to get involved and play their part. Now in its seventh year and with the support of Kerry County Council and KWD Recycling, the County Clean-up will take place on Saturday, April 14.

Last year, 5,000 volunteers gathered 6,500 bags of litter on a single day in their own localities which left the county of Kerry looking spick and span.

Organisers are asking local residents associations, schools, youth groups, sporting groups, businesses, families or simply a few friends to get together and gather litter along the major routes and along the local country roads throughout Kerry on the day. Colm ‘The Gooch’ Cooper will be on the County Clean-up team for 2018, working hard as always to promote the county and lend a helping hand.

KWD Recycling are busy preparing County Clean-up

packs which will be distributed around the county and groups are asked to register with KWD to receive their pack and to arrange a collection points for bags of litter collected. Full details are available online (www.countycleanup.com) or via email (countycleanup@kwd.ie).

Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr John Sheahan, encouraged everyone in the county to take part.

“Kerry is a county so reliant on its reputation as a clean environment and its reputation as a tourist destination, so every citizen has a role to play in keeping the county tidy,” he said.

“The message we want to get out this year is to clean up the roads that are less frequently collected and stretches of roadside that might not have been cleaned in recent years. I hope as many people as possible will participate – all you have to do is think about the roads we pass every day on our way from home to the shops, schools and work. And get involved.”

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Tim McGraw Collapsed Onstage Sunday Night During A Performance In Dublin ‘He’s been super dehydrated’: Faith Hill explains why country singer husband Tim McGraw collapsed on stage during Dublin performance as medics were called.

McGraw had just got to the end of his number one hit Humble & Kind when he suddenly dropped to his knees and sat down.

Tim McGraw’s wife Faith Hill addressed the crowd to inform them about her husband’s condition. ‘He’s been super dehydrated. I apologize, but I made the decision that he cannot come back out onstage,’ she said as she told the crowd he would not be performing for the rest of the show.

McGraw was performing in Dublin after appearing at the Country to Country festival in the UK. ‘Tim McGraw was suffering from dehydration in Dublin

this evening at the C2C show.

He was attended to by local medical staff on-site and will be fine. He and Faith thank everyone for their love and support and look forward to seeing their Irish fans again soon,’ a rep said in a statement to fans.

Pregnant Khloe Kardashian Shares New Pics After gushing about her lavish Amazon-sponsored baby shower

On Saturday, Khloe was the center of attention at a lavish pinkthemed baby shower at Hotel Bel-Air in Los Angeles. The 33-year-old is expecting her first child, a daughter, with boyfriend Tristan Thompson, 26, of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

On Monday morning, Khloe gushed about her party on her subscription-only website.

‘My baby shower was unbelievable, magical, everything I could have dreamed of and more!!!’ she wrote on khloewithak. com.

‘We felt so much LOVE from everyone and it is a day I know Tristan and I

will never forget. I’m still dreaming,’ she wrote.

She also gave a shout out to her glam team and to Amazon who sponsored the event.

Khloe Kardashian asked for a little help from her family and friends in naming her baby. The family decorated the room with wall to wall hedges and a hanging flower garden created

by Jeff Haynes-Leatham, a favorite of momager Kris Jenner for his elaborate floral designs. The floor of the venue in Bel Air was covered in pink balloons and on the wall a neon sign said ‘Baby Thompson’ which was hand-written by Kris Jenner.

Givenchy Dead: French Fashion Designer Dies At 91 The designer’s death was confirmed by his partner Philippe Venet to AFP News, BBC reports. Venet verified that Givenchy died in his sleep on Saturday.

On Monday, De Givenchy’s Instagram page shared the news with its followers.

“The House of Givenchy is sad to report the passing of its founder Hubert de Givenchy, a major personality of the world of French Haute Couture and a gentleman who symbolized Parisian chic and elegance for more than half a century. His enduring influence and his approach to style reverberates to this day.

He will be greatly missed.”

The designer founded one of the world’s leading fashion houses in Paris in the 1950s, before making his way to North American markets.

The designer had styled the likes of former first lady Jacqueline Kennedy and legendary actor Audrey Hepburn.

“He revolutionized international fashion with the timelessly stylish looks he created for Audrey Hepburn, his great friend and muse for over 40 years,” the house of Givenchy said in a statement on Monday. “His work remains as relevant today as it was then.”

Claire Waight Keller, artistic director of Givenchy, said on Instagram she had the honour to meet and know the designer since she joined the brand. “Not only was he one of the most influential fashion figures of our time, whose legacy still influences modern day dressing, but he also was one of the chicest most charming men I have ever met. The definition of a true gentleman, that will stay with me forever.” De Givenchy was born on Feb. 21, 1927 to an an aristocratic family in the provincial city of Beauvais, AP reports, and founded his label in 1952.

In 1988 he sold it to luxury conglomerate LVMH and retired years later.

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New Strands Celebrating 20 Years In Business

Talented hairdresser Geraldine Harrington-Doran is this week celebrating 20 years in business at her ever-popular Killarney salon, New Strands on New Street.

Geraldine has been cutting hair in town for the last 29 years and says New Strands is more like a second family than a business. “We have a very loyal clientele,” she says. “I have a very close relationship with my clients. One lady who passed away recently, I had been doing her hair for 28 years.”

“The ladies I have on Saturday, it’s like a Saturday club and we share sad times and happy times together. We have a very good relationship.”

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Premier Going For The Double Tralee based financial planning practice, Premier Financial, have been shortlisted for two national awards in the fifth annual Life, Pensions and Investment (LPI) Industry Awards which will be held in the Mansion House, Dublin on Thursday, March 22. Last year Premier Financial brought home the prestigious LPI Best Investment Broker in Ireland Award and this year they are going for the double, hoping for wins in both of their shortlisted categories: the Regional Financial Planning Firm and the Life & Pensions Broker of the Year.

Denis Murphy, MD Premier Financial, (pictured) commented: “We are delighted to be shortlisted for the Regional Financial Planning Firm and the Life & Pensions Broker of the Year. We provide a winning team of experts to help our clients understand where they are today and where they want to go to in the future and then provide them with a clear plan on how to get there. Last year our dedication was nationally recognised with the winning of the LPI Best Investment Broker in Ireland Award 2017 and this year our team are hoping to repeat this success and win the

overall award in both our categories.”

The annual Irish Broker’s Association Life, Pensions and Investment Awards give recognition to financial brokers who have proven their excellence, professionalism and dedication to maintaining high standards in the Irish marketplace.

Over 530 financial services professionals from all over Ireland attend the LPI Awards Gala, a celebratory night to recognise and commend those at the forefront of their industry.

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An incredibly talented young pianist from Dingle struck a chord with classical music fans in Killarney at the weekend as Ava Duffy was crowned Killarney Rotary Young Musician of the Year for 2018.

The 18th annual competition unfolded over two days in the Kerry Diocesan Youth Service centre at Fairhill on Friday 9th and Saturday 10th and an extraordinarily entertaining concert in the INEC Acoustic Club proved a fitting finale. The MC on the night was Grace Foley O’Sullivan, former winner of the competition in 2004, and the adjudicators were Dr Alberth Bradshaw and Linda Byrne.

“Patrons and guests were treated to an amazing display of talent, with voice, violin and piano fighting it out in a classical music version of Battle of The Bands,” said Killarney Rotary member Angela O’Connor.

Of course, there had to be a winner and Ava Duffy’s virtuoso performance held the judges and audience spellbound. Talented violinist Clodagh Gaynor won second prize, with vocalist Catriona Fitzmaurice

being presented with the award for third place. The runners-up were Katarina Roberts and Laura Hynes.

The James Gleeson Memorial Trophy for most promising pianist went to Mara Treacy while most promising for string went to Jan O’Sullivan. Most promising for woodwind went to Odhran O’Reilly and most promising voice was awarded to Tess Dowling. The awards were presented on the night by Grace O’Neill Gleeson. There were performances on the night by Grace Foley, Harry O’Connor and Kieran Foley, all previous winners of the Young Musician of the Year. Killarney Rotary member Angela welcomed Killarney Advertiser as media partner and sponsor again this year.

“If we in Killarney Rotary Club through our Young Musician competition foster in our young competitors a love of music then as far as we are concerned the competition will have been a success.

I would like to thank our members Barry Murphy and Seán Treacy for their foresight in setting up this competition 18 years ago.”

Inset: Ava Duffy, Rotary Young Musician of the Year. Pic: John O’Sullivan.

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

Ireland The 14th Happiest Country In The World Ireland is the 14th happiest country in the world according to this year’s World Happiness Report, which measures “subjective well-being” i.e. how happy people feel they are, and why.

Finland came in at number one, toppling neighbours

Norway who came first in 2017. Burundi was the least happy, taking over from the Central African Republic.

Nordic countries regularly appear in the top five, while war-hit countries and a number in sub-Saharan Africa regularly appear in the bottom five.

Irish Economy Grows By 7.8% The economy grew by 7.8% of GDP last year, according to preliminary estimates from the Central Statistics Office, making it the European Union’s fastest-growing economy for the fourth year in a row.

Measured by GNP, the economy grew by 6.6% in 2017,

the CSO said.

The CSO said that Modified Domestic Demand - a new measure used in Ireland to remove the distorting effects of foreign multinational companies - showed growth of 3.9%.

This suggests that the wider economy is feeling little initial impact from Brexit.

Risk Of Snow On St Patrick’s Day A cold St Patrick’s Day weekend is being predicted with a risk of snow showers and a “significant wind chill”.

Met Éireann has forecast that there will be “a few wintry showers” in parts on March 17. In a forecast it said: “Cold and breezy on St Patrick’s Day, with a significant wind chill due to fresh and gusty easterly winds.

Afternoon temperatures will be just 1 to 3

Trump Corner

Make China Great Again Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel shared an alarming discovery with viewers this week: none of the merchandise available from Donald Trump’s official store is made in the USA. Trump has been vocal about supporting American-made products and keeping as much industry and trade within the United States as possible.

Kimmel is one of Trump’s most high profile critics and decided to conduct an experiment by purchasing a number of products from trumpstore.com, the president’s online shop which is run by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. “I’m sure Eric and Donald Jr take this American thing very seriously,” Kimmel said. “These guys are red, white and blue to the core. They’re like a couple of flags wearing hair gel, these two.

“I ordered a white Trump golf hat, which I don’t know if you can see but it’s made in China,” Kimmel said as a camera zoomed

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in on the manufacturer’s label. “I got a coffee mug that says Trump on it, which is made in Thailand. I got a golf club cover, which is made in China, but decorated in the USA. And that’s something. I got a Trump signature duffle bag which is made in China.

I got a Trump signature shoe bag which is made in China.”

“Trump’s whole platform is about supporting American companies. His company isn’t even supporting America.”

Kimmel also said that he came across two products that didn’t have nation of origin labels at all. According to American import law, “failure to properly report product origin can result in substantial penalties. Companies can face up to $500,000 in fines per violation or double the loss or gain from the violation related to these violations.”

“This could be very expensive, not to mention this has got to be embarrassing,” Kimmel continued. “I’m sure Eric and Don Jr didn’t know about this. I’m sure this was a simple oversight. I’ll just file an official complaint, and let them sort it all out.”

degrees in eastern half of the country and between 4 to 6 degrees further west. Most places dry, but a few wintry showers are likely in the east and south.

Very cold Saturday night, with mainly clear skies and some snow showers in the east and southeast. Amounts are looking small at this stage. Lowest temperatures -1 to -4 degrees.”

Varadkar & Pence Meet Behind Closed Doors

It has been revealed that the meeting between Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and American vice president Mike Pence will be held behind closed doors.

Traditionally the St Patrick’s Day breakfast meeting between the Taoiseach and the vice president is open to the media and their comments can be reported to the public.

However, media at the Friday morning meeting will be prohibited from reporting the remarks of both leaders.

It is understood the decision was taken by the vice president’s office and Irish government sources have said they are “not happy” that the media are being prevented from reporting on the event.

Varadkar is one of few openly gay world leaders and Mr Pence

has been criticised for his views on LGBT rights.

Pence has long been criticised for his opposition to gay rights and is a rumoured supporter of conversion therapy – a discredited practice that proponents claim can make gay people straight.

The Taoiseach was asked on Wednesday if he will raise the issue when they meet.

“I’m told Vice President Pence is not a supporter of conversion therapy even though some people have alleged he is,” he said.

“But I imagine if I have the opportunity - I’m going to meet him over breakfast - so if I have the opportunity I’ll certainly be mentioning the wider issue of equal rights and freedoms for LGBT.”

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Life In Dublin Now More Jones Says Sorry For Expensive Than London “Scummy Irish” Remark

Life in Dublin is now more expensive than it is in London, according to a new global study carried out by The Economist.

The capital was ranked 19th out of 133 cities in the magazine’s latest cost of living report, up six places on 2017.

London, traditionally considered to be an extremely expensive place to live, was came in 30th, dropping six places to its lowest ranking in two decades.

According to the Economist’s analysis – which compares the prices of hundreds of items like rent, food, clothing and transport – the UK capital is now 9% cheaper than Dublin.

The sharp drop in the value of the pound and the uncertainty surrounding Brexit are thought

to be the main factors in London’s shift.

Singapore was declared the world’s most expensive city for the fifth year in a row. Paris and Zurich were joint second while Hong Kong and Oslo completed the top five.

The French capital is the only eurozone country to feature in the top 10.

Woman Jailed For Killing Boyfriend In YouTube Stunt

A woman has been sentenced to six months in jail for shooting dead her boyfriend in a YouTube prank that went wrong.

20-year-old Monalisa Perez from Minnesota pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter in the death of Pedro Ruiz, 22, who she had been dating for five years.

On Wednesday, the presiding judge set out the terms agreed under plea bargaining. He said Perez would serve a 180-day jail term, alternating between 10 days in jail and 10 days out for the first six months, amounting to 90 days behind bars.

The judge said the remaining 90 days could be served in home confinement.

Last June, Perez was asked by Ruiz to fire a gun from a 30cm

away as he held a hardback encyclopaedia to protect himself from the bullet.

Perez had previously experimented and thought that the thick book would protect him.

The clip was filmed by two cameras and the couple’s threeyear-old daughter witnessed the shooting.

They had recorded a number of YouTube videos together, featuring them doing stunts and completing challenges. Before the shooting, Perez tweeted: “Me and Pedro are probably going to shoot one of the most dangerous videos ever. His idea, not mine.”

The bullet pierced the book, which was only 1.5 inches thick, killing Ruiz. Perez was pregnant with their second child at the time of the shooting.

England head coach Eddie Jones has apologised unreservedly after footage emerged him referring to Ireland as the “scummy Irish” and Wales as a “little s*** place”.

The video shows Jones giving a talk on leadership for Fuso, the Japanese parent company of England sponsors Mitsubishi.

It was uploaded by Fuso to YouTube in July last year but has only come to light before Saturday’s final round of the 2018 NatWest 6 Nations when England will face Ireland at Twickenham. Jones apologised for his comments on Wednesday evening and admitted his choice of words was inexcusable, saying he was “very sorry”. The Rugby Football Union said it would apologise to the Irish and Welsh unions.

In the talk, Jones told an audience: “We’ve played 23 Tests and have only lost one Test to the scummy Irish. I’m still dirty about

that game. But we will get that back! We will get that back, don’t worry, we have them next year at home, we will get ‘em back!” Earlier in the talk, Jones discusses Japan Under-20s losing to their Welsh counterparts 125-0 shortly after he took over as Brave Blossoms head coach in 2012.

“Wales. Who knows Wales? Are there any Welsh people here? So it’s this little s*** place that has got three million people.

Three million!” he said.

In his apology, released by the Rugby Football Union, Jones said: “I apologise unreservedly for any offence caused - no excuses and I shouldn’t have said what I did. I’m very sorry.” Not only will the footage have caused acute embarrassment to the RFU, but it could also serve to motivate Ireland ahead of Saturday’s St Patrick’s Day showdown.

Hawking: Brilliant Physicist & Very Funny Man The world lost one of its finest ever minds this week when the brilliant physicist Stephen Hawking died aged 76.

As well as being an influential scientist, Hawking frequently showed his humorous side and appeared on countless comedies and talks shows throughout his colourful public life.

Perhaps Hawking’s finest comedic hour came on John Oliver’s Last Week Tonight show. Oliver was questioning him about his belief that there could be infinite parallel universes and asked: “Does that mean that there is a universe out there where I am smarter than you?”

“Yes,” Hawking replied, “and also a universe where you’re funny.”

Killarney Rape Case:

Woman Made False Claim A woman has been handed a two-and-ahalf year suspended sentence for making a false accusation of rape after a night out in Killarney in 2014.

Jacinta O’Connor (28) from Killorglin had been on a night out in Killarney after Kerry won the All-Ireland when she got separated from friends. She later arrived at Killarney Garda Station at 4am and claimed she had been raped by a foreign national who was wearing a green hoodie.

After a thorough examination of CCTV foot-

age, gardaí discovered that the woman had actually left a nightclub with an Irish man, referred to in court as ‘Mr X’, who she went down a laneway with. This man told the court that the pair engaged in consensual sex.

Passing judgment, Judge Thomas E. O’Donnell said the woman had consumed a copious amount of alcohol on the night in question and that she had no previous convictions.

He added, however, that this was a serious charge and she had wasted garda time.

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Eric Moriarty (Lissivigeen) who made his confirmation last week. Also pictured are Margaret O’Doherty and Donie Moriarty.

Inset: John Fitzsimons and Ann Murphy.

Donie and Mary Moriarty, Mike, Eric, Bríd and Mark Moriarty, and Noreen and Séamus Doherty.

Scottish lads out and about in Killarney.

Aisling O’Shea, Amy Sugrue, Denise Sheehan and Jessica O’Connor.

Niamh Larkin, Cáit O’Sullivan, Yvonne O’Mara, Emma Mumuni and Joanne Maher.

Damien Finn, Gillian McNamara, Mary McCarthy and Dennis Finn.

Anna and John Sheahan.

Stag night out from Kilkenny.

Cian Kingston, Rebecca Kelly and Shauna Kelly.

Inset: Aileen Gillespie and Mike Ruse.

Mike and Mary O’Donoghue.

Lucy and Gearóid O’Sullivan.

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Netflix - Hans Zimmer: Live in Prague

Review: Calum Scott: Only Human Calum Scott arrived on the music circuit via talent competitions and a Maroon 5 tribute band, but it wasn’t until he performed Robyn’s “Dancing On My Own” on Britain’s Got Talent that he captured the world’s attention.

It’s included here on Only Human, his life-affirming debut album

that’s teeming with similar songs designed to give you goosebumps (“Won’t Let You Down”) and the confidence to call your crush (“Stop Myself (Only Human)”).

For a moment of introspection between all the anthems, listen to “Not Dark Yet,” an acoustic serenade that lets his mega-pipes shine.

On The Box

Hans Zimmer’s critically acclaimed European Tour arrived at the sold out O2 Arena in the Czech capital, bringing with him a support cast of 72 musicians, which included a full choir, symphony orchestra and his own 21-piece hand-picked backing band that featured Johnny Marr (The Smiths) and many of Academy Award-winner Hans’ closest friends and collaborators.

That night, the sell-out, 17,000 strong

crowd witnessed an incredible live show of music from Hans’ unparalleled career, from Gadiator to Pirates of the Caribbean to The Lion King to The Dark Knight, Hans’ career has seen him lend his hand to some of cinemas greatest successes, working alongside acclaimed directors including Ridley Scott, Michael Bay and Christopher Nolan. This concert film gives fans of the films and his work the perfect seat to see the musical maestro at work.

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EBBA Awards 2018

RTÉ Two | Mar 16th, 23:20

Jools Holland hosts the award ceremony, which celebrates the achievements of 10 emerging European musical acts who have gained strong followings beyond their home countries.

The Big Big Movie

Up RTÉ One Mar 17th, 19:00

Room to Improve

RTÉ One | Mar 18th, 21:30 Architect Dermot Bannon helps people to change the way they live without moving house, giving advice on redesigning and improving homes on a tight budget, and how to manage the renovation project.

(2009, Animated Movie/Drama) An old man attaches thousands of balloons to his house so he can fly it to South America, and fulfil his late wife’s dream of exploring the jungle. However, once airborne, he finds he has an unwanted stowaway in the shape of an excitable boy scout. Pixar animated adventure, with the voices of Ed Asner, Jordan Nagai and Christopher Plummer. Includes Lotto.

TV3

Mar 17th, Sat 14:45 England v Ireland (Kick-off 2.45pm). Joe Molloy presents all the action from the final match of the tournament for both sides, which takes place at Twickenham.

St Patrick’s Festival Parade

RTÉ One | Mar 17th, 12:15 Aidan Power, Blathnaid Ni Chofaigh and Des Cahill present coverage of the festivities in Dublin, with Game of Thrones star Liam Cunningham the Grand Marshall leading the parade.

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Sothys Skincare Event At KILLARNEY TONING & BEAUTY We are excited to be holding a Sothys Skincare event in the stunning Vendericks restaurant and wine bar.

Its set to be an interesting and fun night. With loads of industry hints, tips and advise on how to maintain the luminosity and elasticity of our facial contours.

We will be launching the new ‘Sothys Youth intensive Facial’ Which boast six new serums and creams for all our different concerns. Sothys intensive Youth Serums combine high performance formulas concentrated with active ingredients for targeted action. The textures are designed to facilitate the absorption of the active ingredients and enable the layering of several skin care treatment products.

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The new formulations will improve the skin so much , brightening the appearance, brining back the glow , tightening the tone of the skin and Increasing the collagen and plumping the elastin of your skin.

Sothys a premium professional skincare brand from Paris that’s been around since 1946, Sothys is wellknown for its treatments that deliver results, but also have innovative and home care products to prolong the benefits after the treatment. All Of which stimulate antioxidants and skin regeneration system. Sounded like the perfect thing to inject radiance into my skin.

Ticket available from Killarney Toning and beauty studio , €15 each which will be redeemable against products and special offers on the night.

Voted Wedding Spa of The Year

To celebrate winning Wedding Spa of the Year at the recent Brides of Kerry Wedding Industry Awards, The Angsana Spa at The Brehon have created a special pre-wedding course of Anne Sémonin facials, designed to help brides to capture the elusive wedding glow ahead of their big day.

This Parisian haute-couture beauty brand is a pioneer in the concept of “made to measure” beauty, Anne Sémonin specialises in customised skincare, carefully combining trace elements and essential oils to cater for the demands of every skin. Using only natural active ingredients at their maximum authorised concentrations, the products are formulated using state-of-the-art skincare science, blending traditional remedies and ingredients with new technolo-

gy and formulations.

“Our client-specific facial treatments will transform tired skin and boost your natural beauty,” says Spa Manager, Fiona Collins. “Each facial is customised and tailor-made to your skin’s specific requirements and this yields fantastic results.”

Celebrity users of Anne Sémonin include Carla Bruni-Sarkozy, Dita Von Teese, Gwyneth Paltrow, Sarah Jessica Parker, Sharon Stone and Eve Longoria.

By booking the recommended course of five pre-wedding facials, brides-to-be will also receive a free manicure or pedicure along with a 30-minute destressing massage.

For further information or to book call The Angsana Spa on 064 6623980 or email angsanaspa@thebrehon.com

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Happy 1st Birthday!

TO THE BEAUTY BOUTIQUE The Beauty Boutique has just celebrated 1 year in business, So, now we are looking to the future and making plans.

As we embark on year 2 we have begun adding new services and treatments to our menu, The lash lift & Curl & The Lycon wax system have proved to be a huge success. In the coming weeks we are aiming to add additional new services as well as giving the Salon a little facelift !!

The Beauty Boutique caters for all things beauty, we specialise in Make

Up, Spray Tans, Facials, Nails as well as other services like Medical Foot Health and Electrolysis. Group bookings such as Bridal parties, Birthday & Hen parties are all welcome, with our large, bright, spacious Make Up Bar as well as our personalised selfie board we can guarantee both a professional and enjoyable experience.

Consultations are welcome for any upcoming event.

Beauty Boutique, Unit 13 3rd Floor, The Reeks Gateway, Killarney.

Call us now on 064-6636884.

Amazing Juliette Armand Boosters at SEAN TAAFFE Sean Taaffe Hair & Beauty are delighted to announce that they have introduced the amazing Juliette Armand Skin Boosters Anti-Surgery System to their Tralee and Killorglin Salons.

Skin Boosters is a complete, targeted, professional skincare range which includes salon professional treatments and homecare products. Skin Boosters was developed seven years ago to meet the increasing needs of today’s modern men and women in preserving the health and youthful appearance of their skin. With Skin Boosters, the dynamic,

complex and technologically advanced formulas “boost” the skin by pushing it to surpass the skin’s own established capabilities.

This allows the range to offer professional treatments that present non-invasive, painless and effective alternatives to botox and plastic surgery, without needles and scalpels.

Dermatologically tested (not on animals) Skin Boosters are paraben-free, propylene glycol-free, mineral oil-free and allergen-free.

Skin Boosters promise to help you age whilst keeping wrinkles at bay - without the need for needles.

Discover The Secret To Beautiful Skin At Serenity Spa At THE ROSE HOTEL Get your skin ready for summer at the elegant Serenity Spa at The Rose Hotel with the Skin Lab 3D Scanning & Biotec Event on 5th April.

To meet the individual requirements of their guests, Serenity Spa at The Rose Hotel are offering one-on-one skin consultations with international ELEMIS trainer, Amanda Conroy along with Biotec and advanced facial tasters. On the night guests can also enjoy offers and promotions on treatments and products along with a special goody bag to go home with.

So give your skin what it deserves at this special event and relax and enjoy the luxurious surrounds of the Serenity Spa at The Rose Hotel.

The Skin Lab 3D Scanning & Biotec Event on 5th April takes place from 5-9pm and costs €15 per person (redeemable against spa products. Gift vouchers accepted) Appointments must be pre-booked.

Call 066 7199111 or email spa@ therosehotel.com For more information on treatments and packages visit www.therosehotel.com or call +353 66 7199100

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Choose a treatment for face or body at Serenity Spa from the luxury spa & skincare brand ELEMIS. Including the revolutionary BIOTEC Facial which delivers immediate, visible results after just one treatment.

Call us 066 7199111 to book your package The Rose Hotel, Dan Spring Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry, V92 HKA4.

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A Wide Range Of Services At BLUSHING BEAUTY

Katelynn O’Keeffe opened her Blushing Beauty salon in October of last year and since then her budding business has gone from strength to strength. Katelynn, who has a had a keen interest in all things beauty since secondary school, studied in the Sanctuary Beauty Academy in Tralee before graduating in June 2017.

She is now ITEC and CIDESCO qualified.

Katelynn offers a wide range of services including makeup, waxing, massage, Shellac twoweek manicure, eyebrow shaping and eyelash tinting.

She has also just started providing Decléor facials. With a selection of rang-

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es within the brand, all skin types can be catered for. Decléor products are 100% natural. Katelynn’s salon is open Tuesdays to Saturdays and on Wednesdays you can get an eyebrow shape and tint and eyelash tint at the special low price of €20.

If you’re looking for any beauty-related service, Blushing Beauty on Main Street, Rathmore should be your first port of call.

Call 087 1148119 for more information.

Plenty Of Choice At

ANITA’S NAIL BAR Anita opened up her small nail bar over two years ago within the salon in Main Street where she offers a variety of treatments, from file and polish, Shellac 2/3 weeks gel polish, gel overlay, deluxe pedicures using the beautiful Voesh 4-step system, to give your feet much needed nutrients and hydration. Available in olive, vitamin recharge and lavender.

She also offers Voesh collagen gloves and boots enriched with Vitamin E and collagen that can be used when having a regular manicure or mini pedicure. Anita strives to give great qual-

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ity service and uses high quality products in her services. She has a variety of nail treatments, creams and gift sets that are available in the nail bar.

Anita has a 24-hour booking system and late appointments are available on request.

Treat yourself to fabulous nails!

Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Nails by Anita, 9 Main St, Killarney

CREATE A WHOLE NEW YOU

FACE and Figure Laser and Beauty Salon on College Street creates a whole new you.

Sick of shaving/waxing/plucking continuously concious of hair growth. Then “stop wishing and start doing,” says Julie. These are the words repeated by clients and once they start their treatment they are delighted with many satified clients (feedbacks are amazing). Providing great results as Julie says time and time again. “WOW, why didn’t I do this ages ago,” are words anyone would want to hear.

Advanced Laser is a salon right on your doorstep which is exactly what Julia wanted for her clients. It is a salon where you can just pop in.

Medical grade Laser, clinically proven.

THE ELLIPSE MULTIPLEX

The Ellipse Multiplex is used to treat thread veins on legs and face and port wine stains (birthmarks).

It also offers permanent hair removal, photo-rejuvenation (which evens out skin tone, redness and pigmentation whilst giving the skin a fresh new look), anti-wrinkle age de- f e n c e (diminishes fine lines and tightens up the skin).

All of the above are clinically proven, safe and effective and all are at affordable prices.

LIPOFIRM & BEAUTY: GET THE LIFT WITHOUT THE SURGERY

LIPOFIRM offers treatments from a mini-facelift to lifting and tightening of skin tissue – no pain, no needles, no downtime. The incredible alternative to liposuction, it creates inch loss, body contouring and skin tightening all in one treatment.

Other beauty treatments available include CACI facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, ear piercing, elecrolysis, sunbeds, waxing including specialised, makeup applications, tans, platinum detox, brow shaping, lashes.

You can call in for a free consultation, and bear in mind gift vouchers are available.

Call Julia at Face and Figure on 0646632429.

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• Inch Loss • Face Lift • Facial and body skin tightening • Collagen Production • Body Contouring • Cellulite removal • Mini tummy tuck • Butt lift

Girls NIGHT OUT packages Hair and Make Up from €55 Hen party packages from €20 Check out our brand new online shop

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Fans Flock To INEC For Niall Horan Gig

Words: Sarah Walsh Fans of Niall Horan came to Killarney in droves last weekend as the popular Irish musician brought his Flicker tour to town. The Mullingar native and his band performed to a sold out crowd of 3,000, which consisted of mostly teenage girls, at Killarney’s INEC. The former One Direction member, wearing jeans, a white t-shirt and a guitar slung over his left shoulder, came onto the stage to screams as he sang She’s On The Loose. After the first song, Niall chatted to the crowd and even attempted to put on a Kerry accent when he said: “This tour finishes up in America at the end of September. But you can say you were there when it started in the most beautiful town in Ireland: Killarney in the Kingdom of Kerry.”

Niall then moved on with the set which consisted of You and Me, This Town, The Tide and other songs from his album, Flicker. He also performed covers of his One Direction songs Fools Gold and Drag Me Down, Crying In The Club by Camilla Cabello and one of his “favourite” songs, Dancing In The Dark by Bruce Springsteen. He also gave a rendition of Thin Lizzy’s Dancing In The Moonlight.

Later, the talented musician moved across the stage, put down his guitar and sat at the the piano to play his unreleased song Why Did It Take So Long. He admitted that he immediately regretted not putting the song on the album after it was released and modestly explained that he’s not as talented on the keys as he’d like to be. However, it was definitely my favourite performance of the entire show. At one point Horan asked everyone to put their phones in their pockets, to just listen and be present and in the moment instead of watching him through a screen. For the final encore he performed his hit Slow Hands and then

said his goodbyes.

As this is Horan’s first tour without his One Direction bandmates I was sceptical of how he would perform on his own. However, once he took to the stage I felt my inner 16-year-old self falling in love with him all over again, with his charming smile that didn’t once leave his face and his amazing talent as a singer, songwriter and musician.

I can’t wait to hear more music from him in the future and hope to see him live again soon.

Pics: Don MacMonagle Left: Excited fans pictured at the Niall Horan ‘Flicker’ world tour.

Susan and Samantha Keane, Killarney.

Ella Corcoran (Valentia Island) and Olivia O’Shea (Portmagee).

Roisin Askin, Aileen Courtney, and Liz Mulcahy.

Above: Mary Healy and Orla O’Sullivan.

Carmel, Bethany, Kayla Byrne and Jane Blackwell from Killarney.

Alan Browne and Máire Sheehan.

Ciara Duggan, Ella Holland and Kat O’Connor. Regina O’Sullivan, Caroline Fleming and Budge Grady.

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Conor Myles and Dan O’Connor,

Partners of Terence F. Casey & Company Solicitors, 99 College Street, Killarney, present information on legal issues

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Last week we dealt in general terms with the amendments which are coming in to force in respect of Data Protection and in particular the General Data Protection Regulations which shall come into force on the 25th of May 2018.

With the new regulations, there are defined time periods in which an organisation is required to deal with requests for Data held by them and there should be no undue delay in processing such request for such Data. The organisation will have one month to deal with such requests. Organisations therefore should review their policies and procedures for locating such information, from wherever it is stored, and designate a decision maker within the organisation for such requests received.

Organisations should ensure that their systems and procedures and software can deal with such requests within the time period permitted where such requests require the Data

to be dealt with electronically.

In most situations, an organisation will not be in a position to charge for such requests unless the organisation can show the prohibitive costs incurred by them in dealing with the said request.

Organisations shall still retain the right to refuse such Data requests in circumstances where the request will be deemed objectively excessive or unfounded. However, entities will be required to have in place clear and defined policies and procedures where such a refusal is made and it will be important to give reasons as to why the request is refused.

The above is a discussion piece only and does not purport to be legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. In respect of any specific circumstances, you should consult your solicitor to obtain specific legal advice and Terence F. Casey & Company do not accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions herein.

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Fashion

Cathy’s Designs Are Just For You Since starting nearly three years ago, Cathy Troth has been building her brand which is now synonymous with creativity, style and individuality. She designs, creates and retails occasional and bridal headpieces and veils for the races, members of bridal parties or wedding guests.

Each piece is created following a consultation with her client, giving a valuable insight into their personality which Cathy then looks to reflect with her designs. To further ensure the uniqueness, vintage adornments or clients’ own sentimental

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pieces can be incorporated.

As well as designing headpieces for her own clients, she comes highly recommended by boutique owners such as Kerry’s Boutique, Jasmine in Tralee and Kathy de Stafford in Dublin.

With her business, Cathy provides bespoke headpieces at an affordable price. So, if you have an occasion coming up where you would like her to work with you, give her a call. Let her design something for you, and only you.

Call 087 7579674 or visit headpiecesbycathy.com for more info.

Celtic Steps To Return On April 1 To mark the impending return of their renowned Irish music and dance show on April 1 at the Killarney Racecourse, Celtic Steps hosted a trade evening in Scotts Hotel last week.

The evening, which was in association with local partners including Killarney Horse & Carriage Tours, Killarney Lake Tours and The Red Fox Inn, gathered many of the town’s tourism and hospitality members in an informal setting for an evening of entertainment, nibbles and networking.

Morgan Pierce, Sharon Langston and Seán Leahy.

Kieran Healy, Brendan Ferris, Seán Murphy, David Rae, John Mulvihill and Tim Mulvihill.

Donal Brosnan, Tim Brosnan, Tom Rohan, David Rae and Michael O’Leary.

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Train with National Learning Network in Kerry We have a range of free courses to give you the skills you need to increase your confidence and to get and keep a job. Our courses offer classroom-based learning, on-the-job training and the personalised support you need to gain a nationally recognised qualification. If you need extra support, if you have had an accident, illness or injury or have a disability then NLN can help.

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Beauty Buzz

The Key Make-Up Trends Straight From The 2018 Catwalks

Chanel

Alexander McQueen

Balmain Paco Rabanne

Akris

Off White

To lift and sculpt the complexions at Chanel, lead make-up artist Tom Pecheux used Chanel’s Le Teint Ultra-Fluid Foundation, teamed with Les Beiges Healthy Glow Natural Eyeshadow Palette, and Healthy Glow Luminous Multi-Colour Powder, for a healthy bronze highlight across the eyes, temples and cheekbones of the models.

For the Alexander McQueen show, the dramatic nature of the red lipstick was enhanced not only by a satin finish but because the rest of the make-up was completely pared back.

Touches of gold leaf were scattered across the brow bone of the models at Akris, adding a textured edge to their boyish brows, kohl-rimmed eyes and naturally-flushed skin.

With their soft pink lips and matching swash of blusher on their cheeks, the Balmain models looked like they’d just been kissed before heading onto the runway.

A healthy but natural glow was

the focus at Isabel Marant, where a touch of bronzer defined the cheekbones and a smoky brown eyeshadow, alongside bold brows, lifted the eyes. As a finishing touch, the natural lipstick colour worn by each of the models was chosen to subtly give their skintone a boost.

The secret behind the full lips seen on every model during the Paco Rabanne show was the use of a lip liner (in the same tone as each girl’s skin colour) to enhance and overline their cupid’s bow.

The models’ skin at OffWhite was so radiant, it had a wet-look shine to it, especially around the cheekbones and eyes, as highlighter was liberally applied there. The choice of an equally wet-look liquid lipstick and slicked-back hair amplified the effect.

Lead make-up artist Peter Philips was inspired by the sunglasses seen on the catwalk at the Dior show, as he chose to line the models’ eyes with a matching colour to the shades they were each wearing.

Jill Duggan of Killarney Toning & Beauty tells us all about the exciting product Depilève

Recipe of the Week

by Head Chef Jamie Cronin of The Heights Hotel

Classic Irish Stew

One recipe every household should have is a Classic Irish Stew.

We make this at The Heights regularly for lunch time and it never fails to impress.

Ingredients

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900g of Diced Lamb 500ml Chicken Stock (Can use water) 500g Diced Potatoes Peeled 500g Carrots Sliced 2 Whole Onions Sliced 1 Leek Sliced 1 Celery Sliced 200g Pearl Barley

Method • In a large saucepan add the chicken stock, can also use water (wont make a huge difference) and diced lamb • Bring to a boil and skim off any residue on top of the surface • Add the celery, carrots and onions and simmer for 10 minutes • Add in the diced potatoes and barley and continue to simmer for a further 10 minutes • Finally add in the sliced leek, turn off the heat and let the stew continue to cook in its own heat for a further 25minutes.

• Finally season with salt, pepper and some freshly chopped thyme.

Depilève:

It’s Not Just A Wax

Jill Duggan of Killarney Toning & Beauty tells us all about the exciting product Depilève.

Depilève Wax is the easiest way to achieve beautiful, smoother skin for longer, making it the world’s number one in professional waxing treatments.

Depilève originates from Spain and is now one of the largest manufacturers of wax in the world.

We offer products for every type of waxing treatment such as traditional waxing, strip waxing, hot (peel off) wax and the latest intimate waxing treatment that was pioneered by Depilève, ensuring Depilève can offer a waxing treat-

ment for any waxing area and any skin type.

Treatments offered: half leg, full leg, bikini, Hollywood, Brazilian, u/ arm, arm, lip, chin, brow wax, sides of face etc.

Depilève is not just a wax; it is a professional waxing treatment. Why not turn your next waxing treatment into an enjoyable experience with long-lasting, excellent results? We are open late in the evening until 7.30pm so you can get waxed on your way home from work.

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Call Jill for more info or to make a booking on 064 66 32966.

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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.

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

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Simple, Tasty & So, So Healthy!

Is the weather getting you down? Are you worried you might never get around to sowing your vegetables, never mind harvest them? If so, then let me ask you: have you tried growing microgreens? SO simple, SO tasty and SO, SO healthy!

There are two ways to grow microgreens: either hydroponically, without soil, or in trays of compost. Firstly, those grown without soil are technically called sprouts.

Very little space is needed, only a piece of the windowsill. You can buy specially designed sprouting trays. I have three which stack on top of each other taking up less space than a dinner plate. These trays have a valve and grooves so that just the right amount of water is left behind for optimum growth. There are also jars which you can get which have a special vented lid and stand at a forty-five degree angle, again so that air can circulate. Alternatively, if you are starting off and you’re not sure it’s for you, you can just use a wide glass jar and replace the lid with a pice of cheesecloth held in place with an elastic band. So, you have your jar. Next, buy seeds. The best are organic seeds specially for sprouting, as many regular seeds are treated with fungicides and you will be eating the whole thing. Sprouting seeds are readily available in any health food shop. Place an amount into the jar, bearing in mind that they will grow and soak for about 6 hours. It will usually tell you on the back of the packet.

Then rinse with clean water, at least twice a day. Three days later your crop will be ready! Microgreens such as wheatgrass and pea shoots need compost to grow.

Pea shoots are a currently a favourite in our house. They are delicious in salads, adding a crunchy sweetness. Fill a tray with about an inch of compost and spread your seeds on top of i. They can be close together as the plant is not going to grow to a large size.

Cover with a thin layer of compost. Keep well watered and within a few days they will germinate. Within two weeks you will be able to cut the shoots. Why, apart from space, would you grow microgreens? There are many health benefits, it seems that they have up to forty times the levels of nutrients than fully grown plants. They are high in antioxidants and enzymes which help food break down in the digestive process.

Many seeds can be used. Alfalfa is a great one to start with. Radish, kale, cress, mustard and sunflowers are all excellent, as are lentils, mung beans and fenugreek. The list is endless but for a comprehensive guide to all things micro, visit themicrogardener. com. It is a great guide for beginners!

Try microgreens, you will be rewarded quickly – which kids love – your meals will have the panache of a fancy restaurant, and there are health benefits to boot!

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Get In Gear With All The Latest Motoring News Valtteri Bottas believes it is possible he can beat Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton but says he will not be going “into a complete mental fight within the team” as part of his strategy.

Max Verstappen says his Red Bull outfit need to be within threetenths of pole position at this month’s season-opening Australian Grand Prix to be in the fight for victory in the race.

McLaren chief Eric Boullier says the last three years were difficult for the team but they have to be “ambitious” for the 2018 season and to do so they will have to “take risks”.

McLaren’s new partnership with Renault got off to an inauspicious start as the team finished with the lowest mileage of pre-season testing, but Boullier says they were right to be “aggressive” with their car design.

Ferrari driver Kimi Raikkonen believes his team have delivered a “strong package” for the 2018 Formula 1 season and that they could have gone faster during pre-season testing.

Daniel Ricciardo recorded 92 laps in the Aston Martin Red Bull Racing car at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, finishing fourth fastest overall, and believes the team “are close enough to be in the hunt”.

Motors

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Geneva Motor Show Range Rover SV Coupe

Range Rover has announced it will return to its roots with a stylish twodoor limited-edition model dubbed the SV Coupe. 999 examples of the Range Rover SV Coupe will be hand-assembled by Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) Warwickshire, UK. With a sloped roof, side vents and stylised brake lights, the new Range Rover SV Coupe looks the part and the interior is best described as opulent.

Skoda Vision X Concept unveiled

Czech it out! The smallest ever Skoda SUV won’t be called Yeti but it will be hip, cool and affordable and with a name like the Skoda Vision X Concept, you’d be forgiven for thinking that this prototype vehicle is Wolverine’s latest weaponised superhero car. Rather, it’s a preview of Skoda’s first baby crossover.

Volkswagen previews EV flagship

Volkswagen’s plans for its dedicated electric-car fleet have gone from zero to a confirmed model range so big that it needs a flagship. It’s a clear signpost of where Volkswagen wants its design efforts to head in its new era of electrification, with more than 20 full battery-electric cars planned to be in production by 2025.

Volkswagen’s autonomous ID Vizzion concept car is so huge that it dwarfs even the old Phaeton and is longer than any production Volkswagen on sale anywhere in the world today.

Toyota Supra is go!

The Toyota Supra is back, or it will be soon. Toyota went one step short of unveiling the latest iteration of its legendary supercar by showing off the Toyota GR Supra Racing Concept at the Geneva motor show today.

Toyota has committed to reviving the storied Supra nameplate in the near future, and the GR is a clear pointer.

Insiders are calling the concept a ‘GT’ version of the real deal.

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WRC

Ogier Wins As Crash Costs Meeke Second Sebastien Ogier claimed his second win of the season in Rally Mexico last weekend as his main rivals Kris Meeke and Paul Nagle suffered a crash and lost second place in the closing stages.

Ogier started Sunday with a 35-second lead over Meeke but his advantage got even safer after an incident for the Northern Irishman on the opening

stage of the day. Meeke tipped his Citroen on its side four kilometres from the end of SS20 and, while he managed to continue with the help of spectators, he lost 47 seconds and fell behind Hyundai’s Dani Sordo.

Ogier comfortably beat Sordo in the subsequent SS21 to have a 55s lead coming into the Power Stage, in which he took second and added a further four points to his championship tally.

Despite a puncture in the Power Stage, Sordo took second, his best result since the 2015 Rally Catalun-

ya, with Meeke also securing his first podium of the season. This third place result lifts Meeke and Nagle to fourth in the championship table.

The talking point over the weekend was Kris Meeke and Paul Nagle’s teammate, the nine-time WRC champion, Sebastian Loeb, returning to the Citroen last weekend. Watching his rise to the top of the leaderboard, it was like he was never away until a puncture on the Saturday evening loop dropped him down the order, putting an end to a fairytale return.

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Congratulations to Mary O’Connor,

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Happy 21st Birthday Andrea,

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Kilcummin, who recently won 1st place (U9) for singing at The County Finals of Sult na nÓg, which took place last Saturday at the Tralee IT South Campus

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Top Barber Chris Wins Again Congratulations to Chris O’Riordan on his recent win in The Bike Shed on Shoreditch, London. Chris won the American Crew All Star Challenge where he was required to present a commercial look using the American Crew products.

Chris, a native of Glencar, has been in the barbering industry for over six years and has been a leading influence on pushing the boundaries on men’s grooming to the limit at Sean Taaffe Group.

He has a very clear vision of where he wants to go and has been on a whirlwind journey over the past year, winning four competitions. He picked up the Irish Men’s Visionary

Award and the Global American Crew All Star Challenge Ireland, as well as the International Men’s Visionary Award and OMC Gent’s Stylist Award.

His next challenge is in Barcelona, where he will b putting his best foot forward in the Global American Crew competition for Ireland. Chris said: “I am absolutely thrilled and honoured to have won this competition. I cannot believe how far I have come and this is been an absolutely great start to my year.

Roll on Barcelona.” Everyone at Sean Taaffe is very proud of what he has achieved on his journey and wish him all the very best in his next competition.

Advice For First-Time Home Buyers Get Connected

When buying a home, information and timeliness is everything. You don’t want to have to keep trawling through property websites.

Set up searches and property alerts so you know instantly when a property becomes available and can act swiftly. You’ll also be able to keep track of all homes in your price range and areas of interest. Check out the Property Price Register to track how much houses in your target area are actually selling for.

Be Organised

With a scarcity of homes for sale in our cities, it’s a competitive market for buyers. You may have to view a lot of homes before you get that perfect starter home.

Keep track of each property you view by taking your own photos. And make a list of properties you like with plenty of notes and updates on the bidding.

BER Essentials

Every home has to have a Building Energy Rating (BER) certificate. This is an important factor when deciding on how much to pay for a home.

Concentrate On What’s Important

Property veterans won’t be put off by anything that’s not too costly to put right. But they will be able to tot up to the nearest cent, the true cost of pricey deficiencies such as rotten windows, creaky extensions and the lack of a decent central heating system.

Fools Rush In

If you are interested, don’t rush in with a bid at or above the asking price.

All you are doing is stoking up the price. But don’t be afraid to make a bid either.

Survey

Lenders may not require you get a survey done. But for a few hundred euro it’s well worth investing in. This is particularly true if it’s an old property or in an area that’s prone to pyrite damage. A report identified 10,300 homes in Ireland that are possibly contaminated by pyrite.

Property Letting & Selling TO LET: 2 bed apartment in Loretto, 2 bed house in Glenflesk, 2 bed apartment in the Presbytery, 4 bed house in Whitebridge Manor, Contact Roger: 086-8136888.

TO LET: Double room en-suite in a house near SuperValu. Quiet tenant only. €230 p/month.

Tel: 087-2610426, after 6pm.

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

WANTED: Young couple looking for a site in Beaufort area 086-1698509 WANTED: Site wanted suitable for construction of detached domestic dwelling within or close to Killarney town. Please contact 086-3912458

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Newly renovated 5 star hotel in a breathtaking location overlooking the famous Gap of Dunloe Join us for the much anticipated re-opening.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Restaurant Manager Night Porter Experienced Waiting Staff Chef de Partie Apply Online: www.thedunloe.com Email: jobs@killarneyhotels.ie

Be part of our team!

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, a positive attitude and enjoy working in a customer service led environment for the 2018 season

Accommodation Assistant Full & Part Time positions available

Bartender

Full Time Seasonal Position A position is available in a Traditional Hotel Bar as well as in our Restaurant.

A strong knowledge of food and beverage service is required.

The ideal candidate must have minimum 1 years Food & Beverage Service experience.

Waiting Staff We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Waiter/Waitress.

The ideal candidate must have minimum 1 years Food & Beverage Service experience FLUENT ENGLISH IS REQUIRED FOR ALL POSITIONS

Please submit your application by email to: markbowe@castlerosse.ie

DO YOU WANT TO JOIN THE WINNING TEAM?

We are now recruiting for the following positions:

• Accounts Assistant • Restaurant Supervisor • Chefs of all grades • General Cleaner • Chefs of all grades • Accommodation Assistants • Day Porter

If you would like to take the next career step with a great hospitality company, please contact us, competitive salaries and excellent staff benefits offered.

Crimmins Hotel & Leisure

Cork Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Ireland, V93 FX00

T: 064 662 6200 | E: hr@hotelkillarney.ie

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PARK ROAD PHARMACY are currently seeking to recruit a

QUALIFIED

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN

to join our team in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

Are you motivated, eager to progress your career and looking for quality training with a family run business in the hospitality industry?

DROMHALL HOTEL AND KAYNES BAR & BISTRO IS THE PLACE FOR YOU. We are seeking hospitality staff with a passion for delivering outstanding service. Being a team player is essential along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintaining high standards.

Excellent wage and working conditions.

OPENED ALL YEAR ROUND.

• We are looking for a professional, caring and enthusiastic person who will provide the best care to our customers at all times.

• The position is permanent.

• Salary is dependent on experience.

• 1 year experience is preferable

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

CV’s can be dropped in-store or alternatively email to

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parkroad@deasyspharmacy.com

CHEF DE PARTIE FULL TIME POSITION

COMMIS CHEF FULL TIME POSITION

Stonechat Restaurant

Re-Opening Soon

STAFF WANTED (No Sundays or Mondays)

• Chef • Kitchen Staff • Floor Staff

Apply: stonechat@eircom.net

T: 087-6835421

Min 1 years’ experience required in a similar role.

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In house training available, would suit hospitality graduate.

KITCHEN PORTER

FULL TIME KITCHEN PORTER REQUIRED

Experience is not essential as training will be given.

DAY PORTER

FULL TIME SEASONAL POSITION IS AVAILABLE

Experience an advantage in a similar role but full training will be given.

Fluent English required.

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Must have a min of 2 / 3 year’s experience in a previous role.

Computer skills required, excellent customer care skills, fluent English .

Ability to work in a busy environment.

Please email your c.v to our HR Department caroline@randleshotels.com or call/post

to the Dromhall hotel, muckross road Killarney.

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Clover Lane back in the day - The hill behind Clovers Lane was called ‘Mud Hill’ (before Mangerton View and Emmetts & York Tce were built) and it extended from the rear of The Shambles or The Milk Market to Pound Row and was where the town officially ended, if you stood on this hill and looked straight ahead you would only see fields and two buildings, the Fever Hospital (Parish Hall) and the Lunatic Asylum (St. Finians) and nothing else (bar the ruins of the graveyard below the now Lewis Road roundabout). As for the name of Clover’s Lane, a clove was hand held instrument used in linen manufacturing, thus the users were called clovers. Lord Kenmare developed a linen industry in Killarney (Deenagh Mill being the largest) but most of the houses in the lanes particularly in now Clover’s lane produced linen from flax, the smell was awful as it was left steep for weeks, after they would use seaweed and buttermilk to bleach it. Carding (mills) were also abundant.

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27TH ANNIVERSARY O’SHEA

In loving memory of our dear brother Jack, late of St. Brendan’s Place, Killarney. Who died 18th March,1991.

Time and years slip gently by, But love and memories never die, No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you are always there Sadly missed by brothers David, Dan, Brendan & sisters Mary, Julia and families.

Anniversary mass at 9.30am on Tuesday 20th March in Church of the Resurrection, Killarney.

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2ND ANNIVERSARY WALSH

In loving memory of Mick Walsh, Fossa, Killarney, Who died on the 20th of March, 2016 R.I.P. We still feel you are around us, You are always on our minds, And when we talk about you, It’s always about happy times.

Always remembered and sadly missed by your sons Liam, Philip, Michael, Patrick, Donal, daughters-in-law Betty, Helen and Davina and grandchildren Brian, Colm, Michelle and Danielle xxx Anniversary Mass on Saturday 17th March at 7.30pm in Fossa church.

WANTED: 2 Reliable cleaners required for holiday home in the Killarney area. Car necessary. Tel: 087 969 0889

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour).

Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen.

Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. R.F

MIRACULOUS INVOCATION TO SAINT THERESA, THE LITTLE FLOWER

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O glorious St. Theresa, whom Almighty God has raised up to aid and counsel mankind. I implore your miraculous intercession. So powerful are you in obtaining every need of body and soul our Holy Mother Church proclaims you a “prodigy of miracles, the greatest Saint of modern times.” Now I fervently beseech you to answer my petition (mention here) and to carry out your promises of “spending Heaven doing upon earth... of letting fall from Heaven a shower of Roses”. Henceforth dear little flower, I will fulfill your plea, “to be made known everywhere” and I will never cease to lead others to Jesus through you. Amen.

Say the above for 9 days and you will receive a flower or a rose, in some form during or after 9 days as an indication that your request will be granted.

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7TH ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

21ST ANNIVERSARY

COAKLEY

CUNNINGHAM

LYNCH

35TH AND 23RD ANNIVERSARIES MORIARTY

In loving memory of Nancy Coakley, Park Drive Killarney who died on the 19th of March 2011.

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

Thinking of you with love All your family.

5TH & 20TH ANNIVERSARY COURTNEY / O’DONOGHUE

In loving memory of Patrick (Patsy) Cunningham Late of Friary Downs, Killarney, Who died on the 15th of March 2016 Lonely is the home without you, Life to us is not the same, The entire world would be like heaven, If we could have you back again.

No matter how we start a day, No matter what we do, No morning starts, no evening ends, Without a thought of you.

Sadly missed, never forgotten by your heartbroken wife Eileen, daughters Maura, Geraldine, grandson Harry and also Patrick and John.

Anniversary Mass on Friday 16th March, at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral

In loving memory of Angela Lynch late of St. Columbanus’ Lodge, Killarney and late of Carhan Road, Caherciveen Who departed this life on St. Patrick’s Day 1997.

In everlasting gratitude For all the love, joy and happiness You gave us.

Sadly missed by son Ruairi, daughter Mary, son-in-law Tom, grandson Cuán, sisters, brothers, colleagues and friends.

Also remembering her husband James who passed away on 6th Dec 2017 (R.I.P)

33RD ANNIVERSARY MCGILLYCUDDY

Treasured memories of our dear parents Michael and Nora Moriarty late of Cahir, Aghadoe, Killarney whose anniversaries occur at this time. Lovingly remembered.

A life well lived is a precious gift, Of hope and strength and grace, From both of you who made our world, A brighter better place.

It’s filled with moments sweet and sad, With smiles and sometimes tears, With friendship formed And good times shared, And laughter through the years.

A life well lived is a legacy, Of joy and pride and pleasure, A loving lasting memory, Our grateful hearts will treasure.

So sadly missed by your loving family at home and abroad Anniversary Mass Friday 23rd of March at 7.30pm in Fossa church.

In loving memory of Phil Courtney & Sean O’Donoghue.

Phil who died on 29th March 2013.

Sean who died on 22nd March 1998.

Two special people sadly missed And loved.

Happy memories keep forever, Of days when we were all together, They bring a smile and often a tear, And always a wish you were Both still here, Time unfolds another year, Memories keep you both very near, No need for words except to say, You are loved and thought of everyday.

Lovingly remembered by all your family in Kerry, Drogheda and Dublin.

Anniversary mass on Saturday 24th March at 7pm in Glenflesk Church.

2ND ANNIVERSARY FERRIS

11TH ANNIVERSARY HORGAN In loving memory of my dear Mother Mary McGillycuddy who died on March 16th 1985 late of High Street and Muckross Road, also my Dad, brother Gerard, my sisters Colette, Maureen, Kathleen and Chriss.

In loving memory of Barry Horgan, late of 34 Dalton’s Ave., Killarney who died on 18th March 2007 and his parents Margaret and Timmy Horgan.

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

Will those who think of Barry today A little prayer to Jesus say.

Always remembered by your loving brother Paul, Breda, Mary, Elaine, Laura, Leah, Stephanie,Nicole and Elena xxx Will those who think of Barry today A little prayer to Jesus say.

You always had a smile to share Time to give and time to care Your loving nature, your heart of gold Precious memories we are proud to hold.

Happy memories we keep forever Of days when we were all together Time goes by, life goes on, We will always have memories To cherish and hold.

Thank you for the years we shared.

May they rest in peace.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving son John, daughter-inlaw Brid, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. R.I.P.

MCSWEENEY

11TH ANNIVERSARY O’LEARY

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

Just a prayer from those who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our hearts you’ll live forever, Because we thought the world of you,

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

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

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

So rest in peace dear loved one, And thanks for all you’ve done, We pray that God has given you, The crown you’ve truly won.

Always remembered by Mom and Dee

Sadly missed by your loving Husband Pat & family.

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So rest in peace dear loved one And thanks for all you’ve done We pray that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won

Anniversary Mass on Monday 19th March at 9.30am in the Church of the Resurrection

O’DONOGHUE In loving memory of Nora Mc Sweeeney Anablaha, Kilcummin, Killarney, Co Kerry.

Who Died 16th March 2016

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

38TH ANNIVERSARY

May the God of Love and Mercy, Care our loved one who is gone, And bless with consolation, Those left to carry on.

Anniversary Mass in Listry Church on Sunday 1st April at 10am

In loving memory of Mai O’Brien, Rookery Road, Killarney, Who died on the 16th March 2015

Ar Dhéis de go raibh a hanam dilis

In loving memory of Pauline Ferris, Late of Wormerveer, Holland and Faha, Killarney, who died on the 10th March 2016.

I bParrthas na nGrás go raibh sí

O’BRIEN

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving family.

From your brother Patrick.

2ND ANNIVERSARY

3RD ANNIVERSARY

Anniversary Mass will be on Friday 16th March at Our Lady Of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin at 7.30pm (Vigel Mass)

In loving memory of Paddy O’ Leary late of Gortagohoonig, Muckross who died on the 19th of March 2007.

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.

Sadly missed by Charlie, Sheila, Charles Junior and Robert.

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. I.D

In loving memory of Donal O’Donoghue Gortacooish Glenflesk, who died on the 16th March 1980.

May you continue to inspire us, To enter each day with a generous heart, To serve the call of courage and love, Until we see your beautiful face again, In that land where there is No separation, Where all tears will be wiped From our mind, And where we will never lose you again.

Loved and never forgotten by Con, Marian, Bridget, Helen, Donal P., daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, Cousins, nieces, nephews and relations.

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16.03.18 5TH ANNIVERSARY MOLONEY

In loving memory of dear Dad Tom Moloney late of Clash, Lissivigeen, Killarney, who died on the 21st March 2013 In God’s care you rest above, In our hearts you rest with love, Never more tanks a thought away, Loved and remembered everyday.

Sadly missed and never forgotten By your loving daughter Rose and sonin-law John xxxxxx Treasured 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.

90TH BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

SLATTERY

16th March 2018 - Remembering Timothy Gerard O’Sullivan, Late of 3 Daltons Avenue and Dublin, On the occasion of his 90th birthday.

In loving memory of Finbar Slattery, “Bramley”, Orchard Close, Killarney, who died on 18th March 2017.

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his daughter Geraldine, sisters, Patsy, Elizabeth, Marie and Anne, son-in-law Bill, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces.

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’DRISCOLL

Love you always, From your granddaughter Roseanna and great-grandchild Dylan xxxxxx

5TH ANNIVERSARY MOLONEY

In loving memory of Sinead O’Driscoll, who died on March 19th 2014.

Those we love remain with us, For love itself lives on, And cherished memories never fade, Even though a loved one is gone.

Fondly remembered and missed by your mother Beth, sisters Caitriona, Aoife and brother Michael, Relatives and friends.

In loving memory of Tom Moloney Clash Lissivigeen Killarney who died on the 21st of March 2013.

Anniversary Mass on Sunday 18th of March at 12 Noon in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

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

5TH ANNIVERSARY O’KEEFFE

Sadly missed by his loving daughter Patricia, son-in-law Pat, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Carmel, Aideen, Sinead & Niamh would like to express our gratitude to all who attended Finbarr’s reposing and funeral mass.

Thanks you to the clergy, Sr.Scholastica, the sacristan and choir. To all who sent mass cards, letters of sympathy & who travelled to the removal.

We will always remember the caring support of Dr. Donal Coffey, the help of nurses Imelda, Fiona and assistant Teresa, therapists Catherine, Lisa and Sandra, the staff of Ross Medical Centre and the excellent care given to Finbarr by the staff of St. Columbanus Hospital.

We would also wish to thank the kind friends who visited Finbarr in his last years and the guards of honour of the V.de.P and Killarney Race co for their respectful tribute to Finbarr.

We appreciate the continued loyalty of our extended family, neighbours and friends and the courtesy and advice shown to us by O’Shea’s undertakers.

10TH ANNIVERSARY PETERS

MOLONEY

In loving memory of Sheila O’Keeffe, Lissivigeen, Killarney who died on 16th March 2013 Don’t cry for me, I’m not gone, My soul is at rest, my heart lives on, Light a candle for me to see, And hold onto my memory, Save your tears for I’m still here, By your side through the years.

In loving memory of Thomas Moloney Late of Clash, Lissivigeen, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Died 21st March 2013.

Always remembered by your loving husband Owen, John, Alice, Michael & Marie.

Please God, forgive a silent tear A fervent wish that Dad was here There are others, yes I know But he was mine and I loved him so.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 16th of March at 11a.m. in the Church of the Resurrection.

Dear God, please take a message To my Father in Heaven above Tell him how much I miss him And give him all my love.

7TH ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

Anniversary Mass Thursday 22nd March at 6.15p.m in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

MIRACLE PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked You for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within Your own Heart where Your Father sees it. Then, in His merciful eyes it will become Your favour not mine. Amen. Say for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted.

M.C

In loving memory of James “Scotty” Peters, 15 Ferndale Ave, Killarney and Kirkcaldie Scotland who died on March 19th 2008.

In loving memory of Mary O’Sullivan late of Rockfield, Tralee Road Killarney who died on the 15th of March 2011.

Time passes by, life goes on It’s not the same now you are gone.

But we think about you everyday, And in our hearts you will always stay.

Sadly missed and always remembered fondly by your loving husband Christy, daughters Joan and Catherine, sons in law Denis and Thomas, and grandchildren Denise, Aileen, Christopher, Ivan, Rachael and Evan.

In loving memory of Daniel Riordan, 2 Hogan’s Place, Killarney who died on 19th March 2014.

You are smiling at me warmly, And your eyes are smiling bright, And you listen while I tell you, All the news I have tonight, I’m just hoping you can hear me, Since you’re now far away, And it’s only just your photo, I can speak to everyday.

So when I’m feeling lonely, And I miss you in my world, I look upon your picture, And I have a quiet word, If you hear me talking Dan, And you’re sad you cant take part, I don’t want you to worry, I still hear you in my heart.

Sadly Missed by his wife Peg Anniversary Mass on 24th March at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral.

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’RIORDAN

In loving memory of Dan O’Riordan late of Hogan’s Lane, Killarney and Kilfilem, Farranfore who died on the 19th March 2014.

Four years has 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 Memories forever we will treasure and Keep of someone so special, So dear and so sweet.

Honest and loving, brave true and true One in a million, my brother, That was you.

A date that’s filled with sadness, Returns to us today, To mark the day you left us, In such a sudden way.

Remembered and missed every day from your brother Sean O’Riordan.

In thoughts we see you just the same, In love and pride we speak your name, Sunshine passes, shadows fall, But love and memories outlast them all.

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’RIORDAN

Unseen, unheard, you are always near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear, Thanks for the great years we shared, For the love you gave, And the way you cared.

Your loving wife Anne, daughters Teresa & AnnMarie, Sons-in-law Batt & Richard, granddaughter Shannen and Alan, And great granddaughter Saoirse

Always loved and sadly missed by your Daughter Mary, Son-in-Law Danny, Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren

O’RIORDAN

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement of our deep appreciation. Holy sacrifice of the mass has been offered for your intentions.

Rest in peace Dad xx

5TH ANNIVERSARY

4TH ANNIVERSARY

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. S.M

In loving memory of a dear Uncle Dan O’Riordan, 2 Hogan’s Lane, Killarney who passed away on 19th March 2014.

We miss your smile, Your joking 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.

Fondly remembered by niece Carol, Michael and family. xx

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

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Showtime Lakers Bringing Killarney Together

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Sunday at 5.30pm League Cu p Quarter Final Scotts Lak ers v IT Ca rl ow (Killarney Sports & L eisure Cen tre) The winne rs will play in the semi-finals in Tallagh t on Monda at 3.30pm y .

Words: Adam Moynihan How did we survive for almost a decade without National League basketball?

Last Saturday night’s league decider was just the latest in a long line of thrilling spectacles at the Auracle and, just seven months after reforming, the Lakers have firmly re-established themselves as Killarney’s favourite sports team.

Another huge crowd turned out to see Cormac O’Donoghue’s side duke it out with Kilkenny and the atmosphere in the fourth quarter was really special.

There’s just something about the back-and-forth nature of basketball that lends itself to great drama and excitement and those final few minutes were some of the most enjoyable I’ve experienced in a long time.

The Lakers are the only team Killarney has at that level so there’s a real sense of community at these games. It’s very different to other sports in that regard. With football and soccer, there are multiple clubs so the fan bases are divided. As we all know, there are fierce rivalries in Killarney and rivalries tend to breed bitterness.

At St Paul’s games, there’s no Legion or Crokes or Spa or Athletic or Celtic. There’s a lot of love in the building. It’s refreshing.

Personally, I love covering the basketball because, unlike football and soccer, no one in Killarney can accuse me of being biased (or not biased enough).

It’s great. Also I love basketball, so that helps.

It’s a major regret of mine that I never took it up when I was younger. I’m jealous of the local boys like Flip and Mark Greene to be honest. The Lakers are without question the best Killarney team to play for at the moment. Athletic are second, obviously.

(Legion juniors third.)

After starting reasonably well, the Kilkenny game looked to be slipping away from the Lakers. They trailed by 11 with six minutes to play and the energy was fairly sucked out of the building at that stage.

The visitors started to tire, however, and with 3:30 on the clock, the gap was cut to just five.

In arguably the most important play of the game, Mark Greene, who was excellent throughout, intercepted a pass and was fouled in the open floor.

The Lakers, who are normally very good free throw shooters, had been struggling from the line all night so there was an air of trepidation in the building.

Greene was unaffected. He steadied himself and drained the pair of them to make it a one-score game.

Antuan Bootle hit two free throws and all of a sudden

it was 80-81. The next play down, Kilkenny stifled the Lakers attack but Dan Griffin gathered a rebound, turned and threw up a fadeaway jumper as the shot clock expired. It went in and the place erupted.

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Dailian Mason made a three shortly after and the game, and Shield, was won.

They now have a home League Cup quarter final against the fourth place team from Division 1A, Carlow. That tie will take place Sunday at 5.30pm.

Win or lose, this will definitely be the last home game of the season as the semis and final are on up the country.

From speaking to the players, the leagues themselves (i.e. Division 1A and Division 1B) and the President’s Cup seem to be the priority but I’m sure they’ll be going all out to challenge for this trophy as well. I think you could already call their first season back a success but there’s till time for it to get even better.

Lakers scorers: Antuan Bootle (32), Dailian Mason (17), Mark Greene (12), Andrew Fitzgerald (9), Dan Griffin (8), Philip O’Connor (7) and Paul Clarke (2).

Kilkenny top scorers: Taylor Young (32), Julian O’Keeffe (15) and James Butler (15).

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Hosts Come Good In 4th To Down Kilkenny

Former national league star Tim Regan with St. Paul’s Basketball Club President Christy Sheehan and Scotts Lakers coach Cormac O’Donoghue.

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Scotts Lakers St. Paul’s players Antuan Bootle and Dailian Mason with Connie Brosnan and Teresa Looney of the Kerry branch of the Irish Kidney Association.

Final Table

Dan Griffin and his son John.

Antuan Bootle with Donagh O’Connor and Oran Kennedy.

Scotts Lakers Kilkenny LIT Celtics Dublin Lions LYIT Donegal Sligo All-Stars Titans

Words & Pics: Eamonn Keogh The Scotts Lakers clinched the Division 1B title following a dramatic six-point victory over Paris Texas Kilkenny in the Killarney Sports and Leisure Centre last Saturday night. Trailing 8170 with five minutes remaining, the game appeared well out of reach for the home side but the Lakers enjoyed a storming finish. They hit 17 unanswered points while keeping Kilkenny scoreless for the closing five minutes.

Indeed, it was a match where both sides enjoyed significant periods of dominance at different stages. Scotts Lakers squandered a 13-point advantage after leading 21-8 at one stage in the first quarter while Kilkenny led by the same margin, 56-43, early in the third.

The closing five minutes where Scotts Lakers went on a 17-0 run was an outstanding finish from the home side but it also reflected a dismal period from Kilkenny who ran out of steam and pressed their own self-destruct button.

Both sides went into this match at the top of table knowing that a victory would secure the title.

The Lakers were out of the blocks early with Antuan Bootle, Dan Griffin and Dailian Mason all on target to open up 15-4 lead midway through the first quarter. The Lakers extended their advantage to 21-8 with less than three minutes left but Kilkenny responded well through Julian O’Keeffe and American Taylor Young to narrow the gap to 23-15 at the end of the first quarter.

Lakers maintained their advantage with a

three-pointer from team captain Philip O’Connor to lead 30-23. Paul Clarke, off the bench, also added a basket but Taylor Young really stepped it up for Kilkenny and he tied the game at 34 points each with 4:22 remaining in the half.

Kilkenny took the lead for the first time through Brian Hogan, 34-36, with four minutes left and with O’Keeffe and Young continuing the impress, Kilkenny were in front 43-44 at the interval break.

It didn’t get much better for Scotts Lakers upon the resumption and with Taylor Young dominating, Kilkenny opened up a 13-point lead (43-56) early in the third quarter. After trailing by the same margin in the first quarter, it was an impressive 26-point turnaround by the visitors. It was a full three minutes before Scotts Lakers opening their scoring account in the second half and they trailed 50-60 midway through the third quarter . Antuan Bootle and Mark Greene kept the home side in contention with some big three-pointers but Kilkenny were in command to lead 61-72 at the end of the third quarter.

It looked all over for the Lakers when a Paul Leigh three-pointer pushed Kilkenny 65-77 clear with less than seven minutes remaining and the home side trailed 70-81 with five minutes left. Amazingly, Kilkenny failed to score again as Mark Greene and Andrew Fitzgerald narrowed it to 74-81 with 4:30 to go.

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Greene and Antuan Bootle cut the gap to 80-81 with 2:30 left. With the home supporters on their feet sensing victory, a big Dan Griffin basket raised the roof and Scotts Lakers took the lead, 82-81 with 1:52 remaining. A huge three-pointer followed from Dailian Mason with 30 seconds left while Philip O’Connor added the insurance baskets to secure a memorable six point win for the Lakers.

Kilkenny will look back on this game as one that slipped away so easily. Significant factors in their loss will point to their scoreless return in the closing five minutes. They managed just four baskets in the final quarter and American Taylor Young was held scoreless by great defence from the Lakers in that period. Also the impressive Julian O’Keeffe, who netted 15 first half points, was held scoreless for the duration of the whole second half.

Full credit to Scotts Lakers for the great comeback and superb defence that limited the Kilkenny threat. The overall Lakers performance wasn’t one of their better ones but it was a very rewarding one for coach Cormac O’Donoghue and his squad and securing the Shield title was a real bonus considering that it is the Killarney side’s first season back in National League basketball after nearly a decade.

Lakers scorers: Antuan Bootle (32), Dailian Mason (17), Mark Greene (12), Andrew Fitzgerald (9), Dan Griffin (8), Philip O’Connor (7) and Paul Clarke (2).

Kilkenny top scorers: Taylor Young (32), Julian O’Keeffe (15) and James Butler (15).

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Celtic Host Dingle In Crucial League Match Words: Adam Moynihan Killarney Celtic are back in league action this weekend as they face Dingle in a fixture that could have major ramifications for all the teams in contention at the top end of the Kerry Premier A. Celtic are currently in second place, three points behind neighbours Athletic with four games in hand. Dingle are level on 22 points with Celtic and have three games in hand on the leaders so this tie is a real six-pointer. From Athletic’s point of view, it’s probably better if Celtic win. If they run away in first, we’ll have a better chance of catching Dingle and sneaking into second. We still have to play both teams.

Dingle will be hoping to make amends for the reverse fixture in September when Celtic spanked them 7-0 in Gallarus. The 2016 champions have won every game since then, though, and were very impressive that day against us when they played us off the pitch.

Paudie Quinn and Seán Fitzgerald are very dangerous up front and they have some nice ballers like Luke Burgess and Joe Sheehy in midfield.

Just a brief sidenote, it was surprising to see them pick up a walkover against Listowel last week. It’s really disappointing that a club as big as Listowel couldn’t field a team for a home game, especially considering how good they are. They took points off us and Dingle in their first two games and people were talking about them possibly contending for the

title.

It’s especially frustrating for us because we need Dingle to drop points but look, it’s not Dingle’s fault. I’m sure they would rather have beaten Listowel on the pitch. We benefited from walkovers last year as well so we can’t complain. It’s just sad.

Anyway. Both Celtic and Dingle have plenty of goals in them so it could be a serious game on Friday night.

Celtic will possibly be slight favourites coming off the back of their resounding win over Southend United in the quarter final of the Munster Junior Cup. It was the second time in a month that the Hoops travelled to Ozier Park following their 2-1 extra time victory over Waterford Crystal in the last round.

Last weekend’s result was even more emphatic as they ran out 3-0 winners against a strong Southend side. Gary Keane, Peter McCarthy and Chris O’Leary found the target for the visitors.

It certainly won’t get any easier for Celtic in this competition because the standard is really, really high. Janesboro are already in the hat for the semi-finals and two of Newmarket Celtic, St Michael’s, Carrick United B and Pike Rovers will be joining them. Celtic’s track record, both home and away, speaks for itself, however, so they won’t fear anyone in the next round.

Celtic midfielder Matt Keane.

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The Killarney Athletic U-13s with their new jerseys kindly sponsored by Killarney Credit Union.

Spa Muckross Community Games U-10 boys indoor soccer who were bronze medal winners at the County Finals. Team: Alex Doolan, Cian Hegarty, Darragh Moynihan, Eoin Murphy, Finan Blackwell, Finn O’Donnell, Mark Looney and Maurice Joy. Trainer: Brian Looney.

Spa Muckross Community Games U-13 indoor soccer team who came first in Kerry. Team: Aidan Cronin, Jason O’Reilly, Liam Cronin, Mark Daly, Neil O’Carroll, Oisín Lynch and Timmy Moynihan. Trainers: Connie Lynch and Diarmuid O’Carroll.

Fixture:

Friday at 7.45pm Premier A Killarney Celtic v Dingle Bay Rovers (Celtic Park)

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“There’s Getting Beaten Legion & Spa Back & There’s Getting Bate” In Div 1 With A Bang Words: Adam Moynihan

There’s getting beaten and there’s getting bate. Kerry got bate by Dublin last weekend and regardless of where both teams are in their development, serious questions are bound to be asked in the aftermath of such a capitulation.

The first half was promising enough and we saw glimpses of what David Clifford is capable of, even at his age and even in such difficult circumstances. It’s a testament to his talent and reputation already that the fans on the Hill responded so boisterously to his misses on Sunday. You often see it in soccer.

The home fans react differently when a visiting in-form or elite player misses an opportunity. It’s relief more than anything.

Things could have been different if Seán O’Shea had converted that chance before half time but, in all honesty, losing him and Geaney at the break was the real turning point. No disrespect to Barry John and Michael Geaney but Paul Geaney and O’Shea are top players so there is a bit of a drop off there.

The substitutions in general left a lot of supporters scratching their heads.

In the 48th minute, with the game sliding fairly rapidly away from Kerry, Fitzmaurice decided to take off Kevin McCarthy, a corner forward, and replace him with Fionn Fitzgerald, a back. It was a very strange one. Then

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he brought Daithí Casey on with five minutes to go when Kerry were down around 40 points.

Look, I can’t exactly claim to be impartial because Daithí is a friend of mine but I don’t think anyone could honestly say that he’s getting a fair crack at it. There’s no accounting for taste I suppose but, again, it’s just strange.

There’s no shame whatsoever in being beaten by Dublin. They are a savage team. If Kerry were playing the football that Jim Gavin’s side are playing at the moment, we’d be falling all over ourselves and it’s hard to see anyone toppling them any time soon.

But, despite the undoubted gap that exists between Dublin and us currently, there’s a nagging feeling pervading the county that we’re not making the best of what we have.

Surely the Dubs, who were short five of their seven current All Stars the last day, aren’t that much better than us?

If they are, it’s going to be a long few years.

Kerry manager Eamonn Fitzmaurice.

Pic: Don MacMonagle.

Legion and Spa both made a winning return to the top flight last weekend as they picked up impressive wins against two of the stronger teams in the division.

James O’Sullivan, father of Jamie, was appointed Legion manager relatively late in the day but his tenure could hardly have gotten off to a better start as his side defeated Dingle back in Páirc an Ághasaigh.

Jamie O’Sullivan top-scored for the visitors with eight points while a crucial late goal from Jack O’Neill proved to be decisive as Legion ran out 0-12 to 1-10 winners. It’s the second time in a year that Legion have defeated Dingle in Dingle following their superb Club Championship victory last April.

Spa, meanwhile, racked up a monstrous score as they beat Rathmore 2-21 to 3-11 in Tullig. Mike O’Donoghue (0-4), Shane Cronin (1-2), Evan Cronin (0-5) and Dara Moynihan (14) accounted for the bulk of the Spa scoring in a game that was also noteworthy for the long-awaited return from injury of former minor All-Ireland winning captain Liam Kearney.

Defending champions Dr Crokes were the odd ones out in terms of Killarney clubs as they were unable to shake a dogged Glenbeigh-Glencar side in their season opener. It was a low-scoring game, especially in

the second half where both sides only managed three points apiece. In the end, there was no separating the teams as they played out a 0-9 to 0-9 draw.

Elsewhere, newly-promoted Beaufort had a great result at home to John Mitchels. They won 2-16 to 0-13. In Division 2, Kilcummin also started their campaign off right with a dominant 1-16 to 0-11 victory over Austin Stacks.

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Conor Wins Brand New Kerry Jersey St Brendan’s College student Conor O’Leary is the owner of a brand new Kerry jersey after being named as the lucky winner of our Killarney Advertiser Sport Twitter competition.

Conor’s name was randomly selected from the list of readers who followed our new @ AdvertiserSport account and gave us a retweet over the past two weeks. Conor, Adam Moynihan and Niall ‘Botty’ O’Callaghan of the Kerry GAA Store convened on Wednesday for the prizegiving where the winner decided to go for the classic green and gold

home jersey.

Conor is a keen athlete himself. As well as lining out for Kilcummin and Mastergeeha, he was also a member of the Sem team that won consecutive All-Irelands in the last couple of years.

Speaking at the presentation, Adam thanked Botty and the Kerry GAA Store for sponsoring the prize. “Fair play to Botty,” he said. “It was a great prize and the perfect way to launch our new Twitter account.”

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Carragher Spitting Scandal: The Whole Sorry Scene Is Just Tragic Words: Adam Moynihan

I was slow to actually watch the footage of Jamie Carragher spitting through his car window at fan who had been goading him. The headline was depressing enough on its own.

In the end, I did. It was even worse than I imagined.

It was deplorable behaviour by the Sky Sports pundit, who throughout his career has been painted as a kind of “man of the people”. He has described it as a moment of madness but think about it, what would it take for you to actually spit at someone? Get angry, fair enough. Physically confront someone, maybe. But spit at someone?

I don’t know about you but it would take a small bit more than a rival fan saying “2-1” in the wake of a defeat. Athletic players get worse than that on a Sunday night and we get around ten people at our games.

Don’t get me wrong, I’m sure he gets plagued by idiots on a regular basis and he was probably

wound up multiple times that day alone. You’d think that after 20 years in the game he’d be able to brush that kind of thing off.

The other side of it is the guy behind the camera.

Provoking a public figure like that is bad enough on its own but to do it in front of his child is pathetic. You can actually hear the daughter asking him to stop. She’s clearly mortified.

That’s before you even take into account the fact that he’s focussing on filming a celebrity when he should have his eyes on the road. He doesn’t even seem to be disappointed with Carragher’s actions.

His daughter has just been spat on and he probably has pound signs in his eyes.

And then, of course, the tribalism kicks in. United fans lambaste Carragher. Liverpool fans lash the fan. Everyone joins in to debate whose actions were more despicable, and completely miss the point in the process. It’s not a competition. They both behaved terribly. The whole sorry scene is tragic.

Should Carragher lose his job? To be honest, I think he’ll be very fortunate if he keeps it. Imagine if I did something that crazy on the way home from a game? And that’s the Killarney Advertiser.

Carragher is representing one of the biggest media companies in the world.

Incidentally, the ex-Liverpool player is visiting Killarney next month to meet fans and talk about his career. It should make for an interesting evening. Just maybe don’t drive up beside him and tell him the score in the Liverpool game.

“Winningest” Spurs Could Miss Playoffs They have been described as the “winningest” team (by Americans, obviously) in professional sports but the San Antonio Spurs are in danger of missing the NBA Playoffs for the first time in 20 years.

A three-game losing streak, which culminated in a 109-93 defeat to the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, meant Gregg Popovich’s side have slipped to 10th in the Western Conference.

Only the top eight make the postseason.

Injuries are unquestionably a key

reason behind the decline. Superstar Kawhi Leonard, key scorer LaMarcus Aldridge and veteran Argentinian Manu Ginobli are all currently unavailable for selection The absence of 26-year-old small forward Leonard been especially damaging for the Spurs. The former Finals MVP, two-time All Star and two-time Defensive Player of the Year is expected to make his return from a nagging quad injury in the coming week but he has only played nine games all season. The five-

time NBA champions will need their talisman to get back in the swing of things very quickly indeed.

The Texas ball club, who have a

better winning percentage than any other American sports team over the past 30 years, have just 15 games to climb back into a playoff spot. The West has been extremely competitive for a number of years but the Spurs have been the one constant, making at least the conference semi-finals in 15 of Pop’s 21 seasons at the helm.

If they manage to challenge again in 2018, it could well be one of the legendary coach’s greatest achievements to date.

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35 Clubs In Killarney Advertiser This Week

Ballyfinnane Community Hall Association

Table Quiz: A big thank you to all who supported our recent Table Quiz held in the Shanty. Thank you to the local businesses and individuals who donated raffle prizes. Congratulations to Aileen Quirke, Michael Sheehy, Pat Costello and Gerard Ladden who came in first place. Also to Tom Hanafin, Owen, Chris and Declan who took second place.

Thanks to Siobhan Driver and Orla for giving us so much help on the night. All money raised goes towards the upkeep of the Hall.

Killarney Cougars BC.

JUVENILE NEWS: U16 Girls; Ballybunion Wildcats 38 - Killarney Cougars 63.

A good contest in Ballybunion saw the Cougars head to north Kerry and were made to work hard to overcome the Wildcats with a strong last qtr by the Killarney girls securing the points for the visitors. SENIOR NEWS: Senior Womens Div II; Killarney Cougars 44 - Horans Health Stores Lixnaw 39. A competitive game saw Cougars make home advantage count as they just held on to the win despite a big effort from the Lixnaw girls. FIXTURES: March 16th; Womens Div 1; Glenbeigh Falcons v Killarney Cougars at 7pm Glenbeigh. March 19th; Killarney Cougars v Wildcats at 6pm Pres Gym.

Crusaders Bridge Club

RESULTS: 14/02/2018, 1st John O’Shea & Eileen Crehan, 2nd Bridie Brosnan & Doreen Brosnan, 3rd Ann O’Shea & Phyllis O’Regan. 21/02/2018; 1st Ann O’Shea & Phyllis O’Regan, 2nd Joan Linehan & Gee Foley, 3rd Neilius O’Regan & Eileen Twomey. 7/03/2018; 1st John O’Shea & Eileen Crehan, 2nd Ann O’Shea & Phyllis O’Regan, 3rd Kay Clement & Joan Meagher, 4th Marjorie Barton & Hazel O’Connell.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

SUNDAY COMPETITION: Overall Nett: Noel Moynihan & John O’Brien 37, Overall Gross: Sean Kelly & Sean Ashe 44 Second Nett: John O’Brien & Betty O’Brien 37 ½. No shortage of action over this coming St Patrick’s weekend next week as there will be draws @ 9.15am & 11.15am all three days of the weekend from Saturday to Monday.

O-50’S: Results of last Wednesday March 7th in Castleisland- Nett: Pat Mitchell (Castleisland) & John Fitzgerald (Tralee).

Gross: Denny Porter (Castleisland) and Shelia O’Donoghue. Next Outing in Deerpark, Wednesday April 3rd.

BOB CASEY: After last Tuesday night week’s County Board Meeting in Castleisland, the Inter-Club Strokeplay has been deferred until the month of May, starting on four consecutive Tuesday nights beginning May 14th. Further details in due course.

SHOP LEASE: We are currently looking for expressions of interest in our shop lease. Please call 087 640 3417 for further details. Closing date March 21st.

Club Website: A new feature on some old course photos from the past in now available for viewing on our website www.deerparkpitchandputt.com.

JOHNNY KELLY SCRAMBLE: Getting nearer no to our first big event of the year on Sunday week, March 25th. We are everyone to ensure they are a registered member for same and to contact Sean Kelly (086 0508686) for further information.

Firies Community Games

Firies had teams taking part in indoor soccer & chess at the weekend. Congratulations to the girls U13 indoor soccer team on winning silver medals in County final. Well done to Kerri Breen, Michaela O Meara, Aideen O Brien,

Emma O Brien, Katie Doe, Laura Power, Orna O Leary, & Clodagh Moriarty.

Thank you to coaches Bernie & Cian Doe & Jason O Brien. Also well done & a huge congratulations to our u13 chess team who also won silver medals. The team were Tristan Keating, Ben Brosnan, Simon Foley, Luke Costello, Noel McMahon, Michael O Sullivan & Luke Henderson. Well done & thank you to Peter Costello who managed the team. Upcoming events: if interested in Cross Country, mixed distance relay u12, u13 & u14 please contact Jerome Crowley. Closing date for gymnastics is approaching also skittles & judo will be upcoming and dates will be advertised.

See our Facebook page for any events.

Fossa

LOTTO: 11th March 2018, Numbers drawn were 7, 18, 20, 25. There was no jackpot winner. Next weeks jackpot will be €3,750. SCÓR: Huge congratulations to our Instrumental Music Group of Cian O’Sullivan, Seán Kelliher, Amy Moriarty, Mike Kelliher and Mary Kelliher who were crowned Munster Champions in Cappamore on Sat night last. They now go forward to Scór Sinsir All-Ireland in Sligo on 14th April.

FOSSA/TWO MILE COMHALTAS: Come along to a music and singing session for young musicians and singers in Fossa GAA Clubhouse on Saturday 24th March from 5-6pm. This is very much a fun session where the emphasis is on playing music and singing for enjoyment. Adult musicians wishing to help are welcome. Further details can be got from Tim on 087 2413116 or Eileen on 087 6284053.

Killarney Athletic A.F.C.

FIXTURES: 17th March 2018: Under 12 Premier A, St. Brendan’s Park v Killarney Athletic 10.30am. Under 14 Premier; Killarney Athletic A v Listowel Celtic A 11.00am. Under 14 Division 2; Killarney Athletic B v Fenit 12.30pm. Girls Under 14; Killarney Athletic v Inter Kenmare 14.00pm. Fixtures Monday 19th March: Under 15 Division 1; Fenit v Killarney Athletic 11.30am. Senior Fixtures: Sunday 18th March 2018; Denny Division 1 B; Killarney Athletic B v St Brendan’s Park 2.00pm. RESULTS: Under 15 Fenit 1 Killarney Athletic 0. Athletic were very unlucky to come away with nothing from the game with Conor Horgan going close twice & plenty of possession.

Athletic went to sleep for the Fenit goal but this was a performance to build on. Eoghan Mulvanney was outstanding throughout & was ably assisted by Alade & Doolan. Youths; Killarney Celtic 4 Killarney Athletic 2. Harry Potts scoring both goals. Loorcan Martin Man of the Match. Senior B: Killarney Athletic B 0-3 Listowel Celtic B. Bad start for the blues going down 2-0 in the first 20 minutes Credit the players from then on they were the better team but could not find the goal they needed. A goal in the last 2 minutes sealed Athletic’s fate.

Killarney Athletic Under 13 team with their New Jerseys kindly Sponsored by Killarney Credit Union.

Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Men’s Club

The Members of the Club breathed a huge collective sigh of relief as all of our Courses were Open for play last weekend, which allowed our Competition to go-ahead, and just as we were looking forward to trying to get our Competition schedule back on track, the long range weather forecast for Sunday next is predicting that a further version of “The Beast from the East” to return is on the cards so to speak. We all hope that the forecasters may be incorrect on this occasion as

they were deadly accurate with their predictions just two weekends ago.

The Competition on Sunday was a singles stableford Competition played on Killeen Course, this competition was very kindly sponsored by Keane’s Jewellers, and it is our first GOY Competition of the new-year, and in order to facilitate the usual very large entry, it was played via two shotgun starts.

Due to the benign weather conditions the scoring was very good, and the winner with the excellent score of 40 pts was the in-form Brian Holden, Brian only won by virtue of a better back nine holes as in 2nd place with the same score was Derek O’Keeffe, Derek is one of our new Members and only joined up as a Member of the Club in 2017.

Full results are as follows. 1st Brian Holden(13) 40 Pts. 2nd Derek O’Keeffe(11) 40 Pts. 3rd George Vass(4) 39 Pts. 4th Colin Feeney(11) 38 Pts. 5th Alan Macsweeney(7) 38 Pts. Cat.1 Pat Cussen(5) 37 Pts. Cat.2 Kenneth Flynn(11) 37 Pts. Cat.3 Ted Healy(12) 37 Pts. Cat.4 John F Murphy(20) of (Milwood) 36 Pts. Standard Scratch was 36 Pts.

Glenflesk

A NIGHT AT THE OSKARS: Oskars night scheduled for the INEC on March 29th.

Tickets priced €25 go on sale on the 8th March. Formal wear is encouraged with prizes on the night for Best Dressed Male & Female COMHALTAS: Well done to all our competitors who took part in Sult na nOg at the weekend. Congratulations to the following. Under 9yrs whistle 3rd place Noirin Healy. Concertina 2nd Olivia Angland, 3rd Doireann Dineen.9 to 11yrs fiddle 1st Fionn Dineen 2ndColleen Angland .Button Accordion 3rd Sean Angland.Whistle 2nd Colleen Angland.

Trio1st Colleen Olivia Sean Angland.

English singing 3rd Cliona Moynihan.

Group music under 13 yrs 3rd Glenflesk.

Figure dancing 8hand girls under 13yrs 2nd Glenflesk RAHEEN N.S: Market Day 2018, Friday 16th of March at 11am in Raheen School Hall, Come and see great offers homemade baking, local produce vegetables, turf, timber, toys and games!!!

Something for everyone, all welcome!!!

Congratulations to Aisling O’ Riordan who had the winning lotto no.24 on Saturday the 3rd of March BARRADUFF N.S: Barraduff NS is now taking enrolments for new Junior Infants for September 2018. Application forms for enrolment of new entrants are available from the school. Closing Date is 23rd March 2018. Contact Telephone No: (064) 7754478 email: Barraduff.ias@ eircom.net.

BARRADUFF COMMUNITY FIELD: Barraduff Community Field 300 Club 2018 Family Membership and Grand Prize draw has been relaunched . Note Only fully paid up Members may use the Track from 1st April 2018, Tickets available from local businesses and any committee member or further enquirers to Eamon 087 251 1691, William 087 773 0805, Tadhg 086 8373951

Kilcummin Community Notes

COMHALTAS: The County Finals of Sult na nÓg for music, storytelling and singing took place last Saturday at the Tralee IT South Campus while the set dancing was staged at Fossa Community Centre. The Branch enjoyed great success across the board and the following are the Kilcummin results; Fiddle U 9 2nd Sean Fleming. 3rd Nancy O’Connor. Whistle 1st Michael Healy ( 9-11). Harp 2nd Kayleigh O’Sullivan.

English Singing (U9) 1st Mary O’Connor.

2nd Luke Moynihan. English Singing (11-13) 1st Shauna O’Keeffe. Story tell-

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ing 2nd Sarah Pigott. U9 Mixed 1st Sean Fleming, Daragh Keane, Conor Finnegan, Joe O’Connor, Shona O’Brien, Ciara Foley, Sadbh O’Halloran, Andrea Counihan. U9 Ladies 1st Caragh O’Donoghue, Marissa O’Connor, Aoife Doolan, Emily Brosnan. U11 Ladies Set 1st Ciara Foley, Andrea Counihan, Roisín O’Sullivan, Abbie McGuire, Caoimhe O’Callaghan, Alison Pigott, Rebecca O’Leary, Emma O’Donoghue. U11 Mixed Dylan Counihan, Alison Pigott, Michael O’Connor, Emma O’Donoghue, Jack Teahan, Rebecca O’Leary, Diarmuid Moynihan, Caoimhe O’Callaghan.

NATIONAL SCHOOL OPEN DAY: Kilcummin N.S. will be holding an Open Day for all prospective students and their families on Thursday 22nd March, from 2.15pm - 4pm. Enrolment application forms are currently available from the school and can be submitted on the Open Day. FASHION SHOW LAUNCH: A Designer Showcase will be held at the Great Southern Hotel, hosted by the Norma O’Donoghue Model Agency, in association with Kilcummin N.S./ Community Hall. This spectacular fashion show will be held on Thursday 19th April. There will be a drinks reception at 7pm, followed by the Designer Fashion Show at 7.30pm. There will be a fabulous door prize, spot prizes and a prize for the Best Dressed Lady on the night.

Tickets cost €25 and are available at Kilcummin N.S. 064 6643163, Quill’s Killarney and other outlets in Killarney. Funds raised will go towards the completion of the magnificent hall in Kilcummin.

KILCUMMIN HOSPICE WALK: The annual good Friday hospice walk will leave the recreation Hall Kilcummin at 10.30am on Friday 30th March. There will be a choice of two walks, 4km or 8km The route is child/buggy friendly. All participants will be entered for a free draw & spot prizes refreshments will be provided in the recreation hall after the walk.

The proceeds of walk will be donated to the recently opened palliative care, 15 bed unit in Kerry general Hospital.

Last year’s walk raised €2197.00 donations will be accepted on the day.

Please support all welcome.

Mastergeeha FC

LOTTO: There was no winner on Friday 9th March, 2018. Numbers drawn were 15, 22, 24, 26. Jackpot now €5,000.

MASTERGEEHA FC: U11 , Inter Kenmare v Mastergeeha. Away on Saturday morning the boys played a good Kenmare side. All tried their best with a number of scorers. U15; PREMIER; Killarney Celtic 5 Mastergeeha 1. In a good opening quarter Mastergeeha took the lead when Brendan O Leary passed to Cian Foley to finish well. However the home side lead at the break 2-1. In the second half the Celtic pushed forward and scored further goals. PREMIER A; Tralee Dynamos 2 Mastergeeha 2.

FAI SOCCER SISTERS EASTER CAMP: FAI Soccer Sisters Easter Camp will be held at Mastergeeha Fc, Kilbrean Park on the 26th and 27th March 2018. Soccer camp for girls’ age 6-14 years of age with a kit included. Camp Registration at www. soccersisters.iefor €30. All welcome Killarney Celtic Munster Junior Cup 1/4 Final,Southend Utd 0,Killarney Celtic 3. Youths League, Killarney Celtic 4,Killarney Athletic 2.

U15 Premier,Killarney Celtic 5,Mastergeeha 1. U13 Premier, Killarney Celtic 2,Park Fc 2. U12 Div 1,Killorglin B 3,Killarney Celtic B3. Girls U12 Killarney Celtic (Green) 3,Inter Kenmare (Blue) 0.

LOTTO: Numbers Drawn 13,19,24,27.

No Jackpot winner,3 x €50 winners.Next Jackpot €2,600.

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Sport 35 Clubs In Killarney Advertiser This Week Killarney RFC

SENIORS: Last Sunday our seniors hosted Clonakilty in Div. 2 of the Munster Junior League at Aghadoe. The lads were very unlucky to lose out to the Cork side on a 14-21 with tries by Shane McSweeney and Brian O’Sullivan and conversions by Paudie Sheahan and Brendan Fuller.

U16: Our U16 hosted Nenagh at Aghadoe last Saturday going down 5 points to 0 to the visitors. Hard luck lads/ TABLE QUIZ: Next week our minis host a fundraising table quiz at the Killarney Oaks on Friday the 23rd of March next at 7:30pm and we would invite all minis, youths and their parents to attend and support our minis. A table of 4 adults costs €40 while a table of 4 children under 15 costs €20. A great night of fun is guaranteed with great prizes and a raffle will take place. for details contact our Minis Coordinator Liam Murphy on 0874145662.

Killarney Valley Athletic Club

The Club would like to congratulate Mike Murphy on his bronze medal and a new PB in the 60m in The National Master Indoor Championships held in Athlone on Saturday. Also Well done to all who participated in the Development Sports Hall Games in Miltown. Congratulations to Tara O’Sullivan who got Bronze in the sprint and Silver in Speed Bounce and was part of an U10 Relay that got Gold along with Antonya Lejwoda, Kate Fleming and Kate O’Shea. The Killarney Mountain Festival hosted a 10K race on Sunday morning with the help of Killarney Valley AC, Gneeveguilla AC, Hardman events, and Killarney Microtrack.

All the proceeds were very generously given to the Community Track Project.

Thank you to all involved.

TRAINING: MONDAY 7-8pm @ Sem Gym – S&C for age 12yrs and over. Jeremiahs Adult running club - 7pm leaving from the Sem Gym. WEDNESDAY 1.45pm – 2.30pm @ Demense – Speed and Hill training for members in secondary school. High Jump is on in Sem Gym 6-7pm for 10-14 year olds. THURSDAY 6-7pm @ Sem Gym for 7-12 year olds. All sessions are €2.

Listry Comhaltas

Well done and Congratulations to all our young musicians, sinngers and dancer, who brought home fifteen medels in individual an group performances.

Representing the Branch were Rebecca and Cora Lee Howe. John Sexton, Louise Kimmage and Saidhbh Mannix, Joe and Aoibhe Horan, Paddy Tangney, Katie Riordan, Eilish Tangney, Ali O’Sullivan, Kate Murphy, Yvonne o’Connell, Maria Griffin and Ella Kate Halpin. A big thank you to all who supported our quiz in Langford’s las Friday night, another great night and congrats to the plough bar team who recorded another win. Looking forward to seeing you all at the next quiz on April6th in Karl john’s Bar, Milltown, in aid of Fleadh Cheoil Chiarrai 2018.

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club

LOTTO: No winner of our lotto 09/03/2017, numbers drawn were 6, 11, 15 7 27. Bonus no won numbers drawn were 1, 4, 10 & 27. Next week’s jackpot €7,000 plus €1,000 bonus.

ALL IRELAND COLLEGES CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS: Held in Waterford Saoirse Tompkins was 17th in Minor Girls, Ben Murphy was 26th in Junior Boys. Great performances by both competitors in this very high class competition MASTERS INDOORS NATIONAL FINALS: Held in Athlone Shelia O’ Donoghue won the shot O50 with a throw of 11.34m, she was 2nd in long jump. Eileen O’ Riordan was 1st in shot O45, Brid Stack did brilliant in her come back race after what

could have been a career ending injury.

Well done to all.

KERRY COUNTY INDOOR HALL COMPETITION: As a club we did very well in Milltown on Saturday last, U10 relay was 3rd: Aideen O’ Donovan, Emma Dineen, Daisy Cremin & Kathy McGee. U11 girls were 3rd, team members were Kate Healy, Zoe Counihan, Rachel Hickey & Aodain McSweeney. Boys U10 were 3rd, team members were Emmet O’ Conor, Daniel McSweeney, Neil Thompson, Adam Counihan & Evan Moynihan. Individual medals Emmet O’ Connor was 1st in long jump, 1st in speed bounce & 2nd in sprint. Claragh O’ Connor was 1st in sprint, 1st in long jump, 1st in speed bounce. Luke O’ Sullivan was 3rd in sprint U12, Frank O’ Riordan was 1st in shot U12. Kate Healy was 3rd in speed bounce U11.

UPCOMING FIXTURES: March 25th Kerry road 5K in Currow. Easter Monday Jack O’ Keeffe Road race in Kiskeam & juvenile street races. April 25th Gneeveguilla open Sports in Riocht.

Milltown/Listry Branch Kerry Hospice Foundation

Annual walk to raise funds for new Palliative Care Centre Tralee, will be held in Milltown on Good Friday 30th March Starting at 10 am from the Community Hall, The Square. Everyone is welcome.

Refreshments will be served after. You can register on the day or if you wish to receive a sponsorship card,please contact Kay at 0872889838 or Margaret at 0876327973.

Killarney Golf And Fishing Club, Ladies Club

Sunday 11th March 2018, singles Stableford competition, held on Mahony’s Point and kindly sponsored by Lord Kenmare’s restaurant, Killarney. 1st Sinead O’Shea 17 37 points BK9. 2nd Christine Carroll 13 37 points. BG and 3rd Claire Keating 7 36 points BK9. 4th Geraldine Collins 26 36 points. Next Week’s Competition will be held on Sunday 18th March it is a Mixed Competition kindly sponsored by Keanes Jewellers, members can sign on the BRS to enter the competition.

Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies Branch)

Results - 9 hole Spring League continues to end of March.

FIXTURES: 18th March – Captains DriveIn – Meet at clubhouse at 10.30am for Drive In at 11AM. 17TH/18TH / 19th March – Easter Egg Competition – Sponsored by Helen Clifford – 11 hole Stableford (Play either day) 30th March – Club Fundraiser Sponsored by Great Southern Hotel, Killarney – 4 Ball Betterball (Any Combination) – Entry Fee €25 per person – Timesheet now open.

Beaufort Golf Club (Men’s Section) RESULTS - 24th/25th February – Round 2 Spring League (11 hole Stableford) – Sponsored by Cahillane Butchers 1st Shane O’Sullivan (6) 24 pts, 2nd Michael A O’Sullivan (10) 23 pts.

10th/11th March – Round 3 Spring League (11 hole Stableford) – Sponsored by Cahillane Butchers. 1st Michael Barry (7) 26 pts, 2nd Colin Moriarty (8) 24 pts. Spring League – Overall Winners (Best 2 scores to count) – Sponsored by Cahillane Butchers. 1st Michael Barry (7) 48 pts, 2nd Colin Moriarty (8) 47 pts.

FIXTURES: 18th March – Captains DriveIn – Meet at Clubhouse at 10.30am – Drive-In at 11a. 17th/18th March – Easter Egg Competition – Sponsored by Kerry Petroleum (14 hole Stableford – yellow tees). 30th March – Club Fundraiser Sponsored by Great Southern Hotel, Killarney – 4 Ball Betterball (Any Combination) – Entry Fee €25 per person – Timesheet now open.

Ross GC, Killarney-Gents Club

FIXTURES: Next weekend (March 17/18) we will hold the first round of the MD O’Shea Spring League. This will be a single stableford competition sponsored by the International Hotel and the time sheet is now available in the clubhouse.

On March 17th, we will hold our annual St Patrick’s Day mixed scramble at 9.30 am sharp. Please ensure that all names are on the entry sheet by 4pm on Friday March 16th as the draw for teams takes place then.

Best wishes for the future are sent to our Manager, Michéal Lucey who will soon be departing the Ross GC / Killarney Racecourse after 11 very successful years at the helm. Many thanks for all your help and cooperation in that time and sincere best wishes for the next phase of your career. Milé buiochas duit.

Spa Muckross Community Games

U13 BOYS INDOOR SOCCER: our boys were crowned county champions at last Sunday’s competition in Duagh.

The boys won their semi-final against Ballyduff 5-4, and emerged victorious in their final against Keel Kiltallagh, with a 10-2 scoreline. Well done to all involved.

Team: Aidan Cronin, Jason O’Reilly, Liam Cronin, Mark Daly, Neil O’Carroll, Oisín Lynch, Timmy Moynihan. Trainers Connie Lynch and Diarmuid O’Carroll.

U10 BOYS INDOOR SOCCER: The boys were cruelly beaten on penalties after a ding dong semi-final battle with Ardfert / Kilmoyley, but they picked themselves up slowly from the pit of despair. Trailing to Ballybunion, 3-0 at half time, they duly completed a spirited comeback, to win 5-4 after extra time and come 3rd overall in the county. Team: Alex Doolan, Cian Hegarty, Darragh Moynihan, Eoin Murphy, Finan Blackwell, Finn O’Donnell, Mark Looney, Maurice Joy. Trainer Brian Looney. Many thanks to the trainers, to Duagh for hosting the competition, and to the county committee for organising the event.

Killarney Access Group

– a sub-committee of Killarney Municipal District Council are holding their AGM on Tuesday next 20th March 2018 at 8.00 pm in Kerry Cheshire, St Margaret’s Road, Killarney. Killarney Access Group meets on a monthly basis to discuss access issues within the town and liaise with Killarney Municipal District Council to seek improvements and to enhance accessibility for people with disabilities throughout Killarney. All are welcome to attend.

Killarney Macra

Killarney Macra are holding a benefit dance to raise money for the Kerry/ Cork health link bus. Friday 6th April at 8.30pm in the Torc hotel. Tickets €10.

Featuring tom jive, the O’C trio & DJ Pat Casey. All welcome.

Flesk Valley Rowing Club

AGM: The club AGM will take place next Friday 23rd March at the Killarney Oaks Hotel at 8.30pm. Anyone with motions to be discussed are to be with Club Secretary Clara O Connell 48hrs prior to meeting. Email: clara_rachel@hotmail. com THE OLD KENMARE ROAD WALK: The Old Kenmare Road Fun Walk which unfortunately had to be call off in January had due to bad weather had been rescheduled for next Sunday 25th March 2018. Meeting at the Killarney Oaks Hotel at 10am, you will be transported to the upper carpark at Torc. Refreshments will be provided along the way, and some light entertainment. On arrival in Kenmare, a bus will transport you back to the Killarney Oaks Hotel. It promises to be a great day out. Adults- €20 Under 18s-€15. Family rates also available.

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On The Ball Dr Crokes Club

County League Division 1 - Round 1, Glenbeigh / Glencar 0-9 Dr Crokes 0-9.

In a game which ended in a draw neither side could argue that they left it behind them. In my opinion a draw was a fair result. Both sides had chances of wining but the defences on both sides were on top and kept down scores from play right through the game. A first half statistic our management would not be happy with that our forwards contributed just one point from play. The half time score was 0-6 each. The Second half was again nip and tuck. In fairness to the forwards on both sides the heavy surface made it a day for defences.

Even though our opponents had the first score of this half, a point in the 33rd minute, we sent over three points without reply to go two points ahead going into the final quarter. Glenbeigh / Glencar had the only two scores in the last fifteen minutes, two points for a draw when the Referee souded the full time whistle. It’s still only March and the game was good preparation for the next months Club Championship St Patrick’s Parade: Dr Crokes are marching in the St Patrick’s Parade this Saturday. All members young and old are asked to participate, meeting at 1.15pm on Mission Road in Club Colours. Parents are asked to bring their children to Mission Road and to be there to collect them when parade finishes in same place.

Milltown Castlemaine GAA

SENIORS: Our seniors (sponsored by Larkins Bar and Restaurant/ Kelly’s Londis, Topshop), opened their County League campaign on Sunday versus Currow. A victory was most important to get our seniors off to a good start.

Gavin McKenna and Stephen Roche were very strong in defence and so Currow had to wait until the 14th minute for their next score- a point from Pa McCarthy. M/C had Cathal Moriarty dismissed ( having popped over some great points). This gave Currow much needed confidence and they went on to score three more points before the break. Four further un-answered points from the home side gave them a four point lead. Cormac Leane pulled off a fine save after an impressive attack by Currow but their perseverance paid off and so the green flag was raised in the 15th minute with a goal from Currow’s Mike McCarthy. Currow 1/06, M/C-0/10 Seamus Dowd entered the field of play for MC and the next attack saw Gavin Horan pop over another point.

In the 28th minute, there was some confusion and Currow had a goal dis allowed by the referee. Currow’s woes continued with a dismissal and so at the final whistle- it was M/C who collected the valuable County League points. Final score: M/C 0/13, Currow:1/08.

Fossa GAA

COUNTY LEAGUE: Fossa seniors played Cordal in the opening round of the county league in Fossa on Sunday. This was an entertaining game with both sides having periods of dominance.

Fossa started brightly with Paudie Clifford and Alan Buckley opening the scoring, Cordal equalised but with Tadgh O’Shea in superb scoring form they quickly opened up a lead over their visitors. Fossa played well in this half with their defence solid which was superbly marshalled by Kevin O’Sullivan, Donald O’Sullivan and Paudie Clifford showed all their experience leading the line well up front and coupled with Tadhg’s unerring accuracy, they lead at the

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break 0-12 to 0-06. Cordal took control of matters in the opening minutes of the second half and kicked a couple of scores, however Tadgh O’Shea kept the scoreboard ticking over with a brace of points and a fine individual effort from Paudie Clifford meant that Fossa held on to win on a score of 0-18 to 0-14.

SENIOR LADIES: The senior ladies had a comprenhesive win over John Mitchells in their opening round of the County League with a 4-12 to 0-06 victory, well done ladies.

Listry GAA

SENIOR FOOTBALL RESULTS: Listry played St Pat’s Blennerville in Division 3, Round 1 in the County League in Listry on Sunday 11th. Listry 1-10 St.Pat’s 1-12 LOTTO RESULTS: Numbers drawn: 6 8 22 26 No jackpot winner. Next Sunday 18th jackpot E4,100 HEALTH AND WELLBEING: Dr. Crokes have invited Listry members to come and listen to Niall McNamee, Offaly Footballer, on his long journey back from gambling addiction on 21st March in the Dromhall Hotel, Killarney at 8 pm MILLTOWN/LISTRY COMMUNITY GAMES: Well done to our Listry Juvenile girls, Ella May Nugent, Sarah Fitzgerald, Fiana Bradley and Lilly Clifford who won bronze medals in the Indoor Soccer for the Community Games.

LISTRY COISTE NA NOG: Listry Coiste na Nog will be taking part in the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade in Milltown on Saturday 17th at 10am. Please all be in the mart car park for 9.30 a.m HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY: Listry GAA would like to wish our management team, players, members and supporters a very Happy St. Patrick’s Day.

Gneeveguilla GAA

There was no winner of last weeks lotto Numbers drawn were 2,14,19,29.

Next week jackpot €12,800 thanks for your continued support. County league result Gneeveguilla 3 08 Castlegregory 1 14. Gneeveguilla ladies GAA present a ladies fashion night in Gneeveguilla community centre on Friday 16th of March. Cheese and wine reception at 7 30pm, show starting at 8pm. Tickets €10 and are available from commitee members.

Glenflesk

GLENFLESK SENIORS: (SPONSERED BY O BRIENS TOPOIL AND THE KERRYWAY) Our Senior team suffered an opening

Rugby News ...

Words: Liam Murphy

Ireland: NatWest 6 Nations champions! Isn’t that a nice thing to be able to say with one round to go in the championship?

Last weekend saw Joe Schmidt’s men batter a fancied Scotland at the Aviva in front of an energetic and excited home sell-out crowd. In typical Irish fashion, everyone from players to the man on the street played down Ireland’s chances going into this game.

But quietly everyone knew that a bonus point win and a French win over

round defeat in the Co League to Castleisland Desmonds. After a slow start we brought ourselves back into the game with a Lee O Donghue goal and went in level at half time. Desmonds regained the lead with 2 quick points at the start of the second half and kept that lead until the final whistle.

FIXTURE: Glenfesk Vs Fossa, Sunday March 18th at 2pm LOTTO: No winner of the lotto which took place in Spillanes Bar on 12/03/2018. Jackpot €5,400. Numbers were 3, 12, 14, 28. The next draw will take place in Corner Bar on 26/03/2018 and the Jackpot is €5,600

Kilcummin GAA

CREDIT UNION CO LEAGUE RD 1 : Kilcummin 1-16 Austin Stacks 0-11. Home supporters left this game not only happy with a victory but the manner in which it was achieved. Playing fast incisive football Willie Maher charges also showed their ability to make good decisions and finish off good moves.

MASS: GAA Mass for deceased members will be held in the clubhouse on this Thursday at 8.30 pm. Everyone welcome.

OsKaRs NIGHT: Filming will commence shortly and by all accounts there is a lot of hidden acting talent in the parish about to be revealed on the 29th March. Tickets are available from Kilcummin Post Office, O Briens Glenflesk, Variety Sounds, Who’s For Shoes, INEC Box Office and from local organising committee.

KILCUMMIN GAA LOTTO: There was no winner on Sunday 11th March, 2018. Numbers drawn were 6, 11, 17, 21.

Next Draw Sunday, 25th March, 2018.

Jackpot now €10,250.

Killarney Legion

CO.LEAGUE DIV.1 RD.1: Dingle 0-12 Killarney Legion 1-10. Tosnú maith ag na soinsir sa sraith nua I bPáirc an Ághasaigh tráthnóna Dé Satharn seo chaite.A winning start to the county league as the seniors turned in a performance built on determination, discipline and no mean skill. Cold and blustery both teams served up a competitive game with Dingle using a short passing game which the Legion countered with a high work rate from start to finish. Little separated the sides at the break with the homeside trailing by a point as the sides gathered themselves for what was to

be a tight affair in the run in. Manager James O Sullivan made some astute adjustments at the break and indeed his use of his bench - non more so than Sean McCarthy - all contributed in telling fashion. Unfair as usual to single any individual but the Legion saw Danny Sheehan at fullback give a faultless performance while Jonathan Lyne was dynamic all through showing great leadership. Shaun Keane at midfield was powerful and Jamie O Sullivan at full forward gave an exhibition ending with a personal tally of 8 pts.

Testimony to the teams determination was when Dingle hit the front for the first time with three mins.to go they worked their way down field and as a 30m.free dropped short the ever willing Jack O Neill out jumped the Dingle defence to fist the ball to the net. Injury time saw a single point go Dingle’s way but the points belonged to the green and whites.

LÁ FÉILE PHÁDRAIG: A reminder to all to gather at Mission Road at 1.30p.m.St. Partricks Day wearing club colours and flags. Further information from Stella 0868228937 or Tommy 0863171312.

LOTTO: Winning no’s - 6,15,17,22.No winner. Next weeks jackpot €5,400.

Please note next weeks draw on Monday 19th.March.

East Kerry GAA

FREWEN CUP SEMI FINAL: St Brendans College made the long journey to Ferbane last Saturday. The Paul McGirr Cup is presented to the U16.5 A football winners. St Pats Cavan blitzed through the Ulster campaign with a strong running team. The management and players of St Brendans College were ready for a fantastic battle on the day. Two well drilled teams produced a superb display of football. The scoring power of the Kingdom school attack proved crucial to the result. Dylan Callaghan and Darragh Donoghue raised green flags to decide the outcome. The team showed massive heart and desire to reach the All Ireland final. Thanks to the large band of supporters that travelled to Ferbane. It was much appreciated by players and management. Roll on the final fixed for the 31st of March.

FIXTURES: Kindly sponsored by Frank Dorgan safeguard security . Eastkerry super League Division1 round4 Sunday 18th March

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at 2pm. Fiirst Team James is at home División 1A currow vs Listry, Fossa vs Glenflesk.

DIVISIÓN 1B: Dr corkes vs killcumnin, rathmore vs killarney Legión, this Wednesday 14th March at 8.30pm. Divison 2: Round 4 Sunday 18th March at 2pm. Scartaglen V Kenmare, Cordal vs spa at spa pitch this Thurday at 8pm.

Spa Club

SENIOR DIV CO LEAGUE RD 1: Spa 2-21 Rathmore 3-11. Spa had a great win against Rathmore at home. There are many positives to take from what was a fine all round team performance, not least the sight of the returning Liam Kearney who was imperious in the second half, and also the fact that we scored 2-21, of which all but one point was from play.

SENIOR LADIES 2-13 AUSTIN STACKS 2-10 CO LEAGUE DIV 2: A great start by the senior ladies. Great to see some new faces Gina Crowley and Emma O Shea. Welcome back Kerry Holland and Rachel O Sullivan. Next fixture Sunday March 18th @11am home to Corca Dhuibhne CONGRATULATIONS: Well done to the Sem through to the All Ireland of the Paul McGirr (u16.5) Sem (St Brendan’s) 2-8 St Pats, Cavan 1-7. Well done to the team especially, Kieran Herlihy, Cian Murphy, Liam Spillane and Thomas Cronin.

LOTTO: Numbers drawn in the Arbutus 10,22,26,28. No jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot in the Heights will be for €3,300.

Mid Kerry

MID KERRY U21 CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL: Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane play Miltown/Castlemaine on St. Patricks Day at 1.15pm in Beaufort. (Exra time playable) MID KERRY SENIOR LEAGUE RD 4: Glenbeigh/Glencar host Laune Rangers on St Patrick’s Day at 11oc.

SCOR NA BPAISTI: Final of the Mid Kerry Scor na bPaisti will be held on Fri 23rd March at 7pm in the CYMS, All clubs are asked to have their entries into Mary Clifford no later than Fri 16th March.

COACHING MEETING: Mid Kerry Board Coaching Officers Meeting will take place on Tuesday 20th of March in JP O sullivan Park Killorglin at 8pm Sharp. It is Important all Coaching officers attend on the Night, or a club representative present.

Ireland On The Hunt For Grand Slam

England would see us good. And so it came to pass. The match started slowly enough with both sides testing the waters and the visitors hit the scoreboard with a Greg Laidlaw penalty in the 12th minute.

However, an errant pass saw another interception from Jacob Stockdale who ran in for his 5th try of the championship on the 20-minute mark.

Sexton duly converted, though his kicking from the hand was shaky at best throughout the match. Just

before half time, Stockdale scored his second try to make it 14-3 at half time.

The second half proved even better for the home side as Conor Murray dove in over the line from a yard or so to score in the 46th minute with Sexton converting again. 5 minutes later, in the hunt for the bonus point, Ireland took the eye off the ball and Scotland stole a try against the run of play. But Seán Cronin came on to replace captain Rory Best and scored

a try to secure the bonus point. A cracker of a day at the Aviva for all who travelled!

A few hours later and England were put to the sword in Paris, though France made it a nail-biter to the end.

France held on to win 22 points to 16 and help Ireland win the championship for the 3rd time in 5 years. Well done, Ireland! Next weekend they go on the hunt for the Grand Slam against an English side who have already lost two matches so far.

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