Killarney Advertiser 20th December 2019

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Brewery appeal withdrawn | By Anne Lucey Plans for a €24 million brewery and whiskey distillery, visitor centre and restaurant at Fossa, Killarney, will get underway in January - after an appeal to An Bord Pleanála was withdrawn.

BRAVE BOY: Thomas Howe (8), who is waiting for a kidney transplant, will feature on Virgin Media news bulletins along with his mother Olivia this evening (Friday). Photo: Michelle Crean

Aidan Forde, Director of Torc Brewing of Church Close, Muckross, had appealed plans by Killarney Brewing Company, to develop a micro-craft distillery, brewery, cask maturation area, exhibition area, visitor centre, restaurant, and parking to cater for coach and private cars at the old Rosenbluth office building at Killalee on the main Ring of Kerry Road, on the grounds of firewater retention. He has now withdrawn his appeal.

Fossa may shortly see three new whiskey distilleries and visitor centres within a stone’s throw of each other.

Less than half a mile away, the adjoining townland of Lakeview, the seat of the O’Connell family in Killarney, has al-

ready begun producing its first whiskey called ‘The Liberator’ in a 300-year-old complex that includes a bonded warehouse.

And a third proposal for a distillery, this time by Killarney Distillers Limited, in a protected structure at Knoppogue in Aghadoe, Fossa, is also underway.

A detailed application for planning for conservation and refurbishment of a derelict 19th century coach house at Aghadoe House as a craft distillery development will be finalised in late January, the Council said. A spokesperson for Killarney Brewery yesterday said site works were already underway and the project is to go "full steam" ahead now.

Kerry County Council grant of permission lays down the restaurant must close by midnight.

The brewing company, which has been operating since 2015 at a site on the Muckross Road, produces gin and beer with a number of new whiskeys planned when the brewing part of operation moves to Fossa.

A Killarney boy who needs a kidney transplant is one of several local people who will appear on Virgin Media’s main evening news bulletin tonight (Friday) promoting the Irish Kidney Association’s (IKA) Christmas campaign. | By Sean Moriarty Thomas Howe (8), will feature on the Virgin Media news bulletins along with his mother Olivia, as part of a national campaign by the IKA who are encouraging families to discuss organ donation when they gather for the festive season.

The Howe family face an anxious New Year as they wait to learn if Olivia is a match for Thomas.

“Christmas is a time when families gather and we want people to let their other family members know they are carrying a donor card,” Olivia told the Killarney Advertiser. “By just saying you have a

card can spark a whole conversation about organ donation.”

Joining Thomas for the report, which was filmed in the IKA house in Muckross yesterday afternoon, is grateful transplant recipient and Transplant Team Ireland member Anna Pokjoska, a Killarney mother of one who underwent a kidney transplant in 2017.

Just this summer she won a Silver and Bronze medal at the World Transplant Games. She also did the Ring of Kerry cycle earlier this year.

“Anna is such an inspiration,” added Olivia from Barraduff. “Out of her adversity, came true strength of character.”

| By Michelle Crean Killarney town centre has seen the addition of its first covered bicycle stand at Bohereencaol Glebe to encourage sustainable travel.

Earlier this year new bicycle stands were installed on Main Street, the Hahah, the Courthouse, High Street and at other identified locations around the town. These stands, while intended to encourage cycling in and around the town, have also had an impact in improving accessibility by reducing the amount of bicycles attached to poles.

This project to encourage sustainable travel was funded under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme through South Kerry Development Partnership by the Department of Rural and Community Development.

"I was delighted as Mayor to officially

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launch the newly erected covered bicycle stand in Bohereencaol Glebe,” Mayor of Killarney, Cllr Michael Gleeson said.

“This very welcome facility will allow cyclists to secure their bikes and know that they will be dry when they return from their shopping or socialising.”

He added, that he hopes it will be the first of many for the town.

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Five star hotel potential for St Finan’s site | By Sean Moriarty

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Cllr Michael Gleeson, Mayor of Killarney has received what he describes as “a very strong expression of interest” from a property firm that represents a five-star hotel group with a view to buying St Finan’s Hospital.

HELPING HAND: Killarney Lions Club members have been making hampers for the needy. Pictured were: John Fuller (President) with Ronan Doyle, Norma Sheehan, John Ivory, Brendan Lynch, Laurence O'Keeffe, Anthony Walsh, Liam Ryan and Sean Michael Browne. Photo: Michelle Crean

Lions Club help the needy Up to 80 of Killarney’s most needy families will get the help and support they need this Christmas thanks to the selfless acts of kindness by one local group. | By Michelle Crean For weeks now, Killarney Lions Club members have been busy buying food in local supermarkets to fill the hampers which will be distributed tomorrow (Saturday).

Up to 24 members have also been very busy packing the hampers in shifts over recent weeks as not everyone in Killarney is equally fortunate, explained Ron-

an Doyle, who said the club have been carrying out the generous act annually for almost 40 years.

“We bought all the ingredients over the last few weeks in teams wherever the best deals were,” Ronan told the Killarney Advertiser.

“We’re doing up 80 hampers and each one is the same with basic items such as tea, coffee, sugar, pasta, jam, soup, gravy, cereals and some sweet treats such

Jessie Buckley in the running for an Oscar | By Sean Moriarty Her talents know no bounds – so it came as no surprise this week that Killarney actress Jessie Buckley has been shortlisted for an Oscar nomination.

Jessie from Muckross made the Academy Awards shortlist for ‘Best Original Song’ for her performance of 'Glasgow (No Place Like Home)' in the hit film 'Wild Rose'.

Buckley played Rose-Lynn Harlan, a Scottish single mother who attempts to make it as a country singer in Nashville.

It is one of 15 songs to make the shortlist and on January 13 this list will be further shortened to a list of four Oscar nominations ahead of the world-famous awards ceremony that will take place in the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on February 20 next year.

“She has made the semi-final anyway,” her father Tim told the Killarney Advertiser. “It is a big deal, from a dream as a kid to be suddenly in the running for this, it opens the dreamscapes for other kids.”

An Academy member’s (music branch) vote will determine the last four, but if the song makes the cut, Buckley could

as biscuits and chocolate – all non-perishable items.”

He added that they cannot do it without the help of the generous people of Killarney.

Today (Friday), they are holding a street collection in town, Daly’s SuperValu and Dunnes Stores until 8pm, and are asking for everyone’s support.

Also, at lunchtime they distributed 90 vouchers for Kennellys Pharmacy to the value of €10 each to all the ladies in Atlas House.

“These ladies are part of Killarney town.

It’s nice to give them something.” perform at the awards presentation that is watched by millions of movie fans worldwide.

However, Tim warned that even if the song is successful, the writer Mary Steenburgen is the person who will go home with the coveted bronze gong.

Big budget studios like Disney tend to dominate the awards but independent movies have been known to upset the status quo over the years.

“Hollywood is a business, and the big studios tend to muscle in and doff their hats to the smaller outfits,” added Tim. “But the song has soul and people can connect with it.”

Jesse herself is looking forward to a very busy New Year, filming for Netflix hit ‘Fargo Season Four’ will finish in January.

She is also working on ‘Dr Doolittle’ with Robert Downey Jr and ‘Misbehaviour’, a comedy drama alongside Keira Knightly about the Miss World Pageant.

The site was once home to Kerry’s Psychiatric Hospital since 1852, but the entire building has been closed since 2012.

Earlier this year the HSE announced it applied to Kerry County Council to build Killarney’s new community hospital.

However, once construction is completed, there will be surplus lands and buildings on the site and Mayor Gleeson has been campaigning for a long time to ensure the site is used in its entirety for community or other projects.

In November the HSE confirmed that there had been no other interest in the surplus lands from other Government agencies, and the lands and other buildings on the site are to be offered up for sale.

Gleeson’s links with the site and his long term campaign means he is recognised as the ‘go to person’ in Killarney when the future of the site is up for discussion.

As a result of this a property firm that represents a five-star hotel group approached Gleeson this week to enquire about the potential sale of the site.

“All I could do was direct her towards the Property Section of the HSE,” he told the Killarney Advertiser. “I would describe it as a very strong expression of interest and while it is good news I remain disappointed that there was no interest from the Government to develop the site into much needed homes for the elderly or other community projects.”

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Coffee morning highlights local counselling service It was coffee for counselling in one local hotel last week as local supporters and invited guests gathered in the Killarney Royal Hotel. | By Michelle Crean

THE GIFT OF GIVING: Seven-year-old Aveen Kennedy from Faha, pictured with her mom Annett Moench, donated 12 inches of her hair to the The Little Princess Trust.

Aveen gifts her hair to charity

With funds raised and a donation made by the Killarney Royal and Hayfield Family Collection, €5,000 was donated to Southwest Counselling Service.

Southwest Counselling Centre, which has been providing affordable counselling services in Kerry since 1994, has a large team of counsellors offering both short and long-term counselling to children, adolescents and adults in Killarney

and its surrounds.

“We are absolutely delighted with the turnout in support of Southwest Counselling Service,” event host and Hayfield Family Collection Communications Director, Claire Scally, said.

“This is an extremely important service for those living in Kerry and we are delighted to sponsor this event and assist with their fundraising efforts and support the excellent work that they do.”

She may be only seven-years-old but one local girl has proved she understands the gift of giving after donating her hair to charity this week. | By Michelle Crean Aveen Kennedy from Faha, donated 12 inches of her hair to the The Little Princess Trust on Saturday after selflessly chopping off her locks.

Aveen, daughter of Annett Moench and Robert Kennedy, also brought her friend along to Jordan Hair Salon in Killarney for support, her mom explained to the Killarney Advertiser.

“When she was six she told me about The Little Princess Charity,” Annett said.

“She brought her friend but she was really happy to cut it. I don’t know where she heard about it and because the idea came from herself it’s very special and we’re very proud.”

On Monday, the Fossa National School

DONATION: Joanne Brosnan (left) and Lisa Riordan (right) from the Killarney Royal Hotel pictured with Jimmy Mulligan (CEO of Southwest Counselling), donating €5,000.

Smoky Coal ban to be extended to Killarney pupil got some admiring looks from classmates.

“She was the centre of attention in school. Everyone was saying it’s such a nice thing to do.”

| By By Sean Moriarty Killarney is one of the 13 towns in the country no longer permitted to burn smoky coal – but the majority of residents are using smokeless fuel already.

That’s according to one local supplier this week who confirmed to the Killarney Advertiser that the majority of his customers are already using smokeless coal.

On Tuesday Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment Richard Bruton TD announced that the smoky coal ban will be extended to all

towns with populations over 10,000 people, and will come into effect in the town from September next year.

Killarney’s inclusion on the list comes 16 years since a similar ban was introduced to Tralee.

“I am extending the smoky coal ban to 13 additional towns based on the evidence of poor air quality with seriously damaging effects on health,” Minister Bruton said.

A single bag of smokeless coal costs approximately €19. A bag of smokeless fuel costs €1 more than a bag of traditional coal with similar discounts available for bulk purchases.

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Three ladies are ready to celebrate their first Catholic Christmas next week – after being received into the Catholic Church at the weekend. | By Michelle Crean

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Gladys Mteshani (77) from South Africa, Everlyne Mitto (59) from Kenya and Agne Zibaitiene (38) from Lithuania, attended a ceremony in the Church of the Resurrection, Park Road which was presided over by Fr Derek O’Connell. There they were baptised, confirmed and received their First Holy Communion.

A party was held in the parish centre after the event where family and friends welcomed them into the parish community.

“I grew up in a Catholic family and my

mom baptised by brothers and sisters – but she missed me,” Agne explained.

“I baptised my kids last September and decided that it’d be nice for me too.”

Gladys added that she liked the Catholic religion so much that she decided to change from hers, the Intern Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC).

Everlyn said that she felt such love in the Killarney church.

“When I went to the church here for the first time, I felt the love. It is much different, something I haven’t felt for a very long time.”

It is one of the most loved Christmas favourites in Killarney for the past 46 years - St Mary’s Cathedral Christmas Crib – and once again it hasn’t disappointed. | By Sean Moriarty A team of hard working volunteers come together every year to make it happen with the incredible, almost life-like display, admired by locals and visitors from across the country.

The artist behind the nativity scene in the cathedral, Rena Kennelly, has been creating magic for 46 years and hopes “health and god willing” she will make the half century in 2024.

The religious display wows every Christmas, but like everything else in life, Rena and other people behind the construction of the crib are finding it harder to deliver it each year without breaking some new rule or other.

This year the crib’s floor will be mostly made from wood mulch instead of the traditional moss. In years gone by Rena and her supporters would gather moss in the National Park to use as floor material in the crib.

However, since the discovery of rare spi-

ders in the park, as reported in the Killarney Advertiser last month, certain areas of the park are now out of bounds for the moss gatherers.

“Since the creepy-crawlies are protected species we are not allowed take moss from anywhere near Muckross, the boatmen collect it from way further up the lakes now,” Rena told the Killarney Advertiser.

The boatmen are just a number of people she refers to as “her team” – people from all walks of Killarney life that work together to deliver one of most loved Christmas favourites in Killarney.

People like local builder Martin Walsh and local character Andrew Joy, better known for playing Santa Claus in the recent Christmas In Killarney events, are a great source of help to Rena.

“The lads do all the hard work now and I just turn up and tell them where to put things,” she explained. “Fr Gearoid told me this year that I would have to go for the 50 now. It was great fun in the beginning and I have a great team now.”

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NEW CATHOLICS: Gladys Mteshani, Agne Zibaitiene and Everlyne Mitto were received into Catholic Church at the weekend. Photo: Michelle Crean

Kerry roads to get €19 million cash injection | By Sean Moriarty The long-awaited and much needed Killarney to Farranfore road improvement scheme took another step towards reality when it was announced yesterday (Thursday) that €500,000 will be spent on design costs early in the New Year.

The junction where the Tralee Road meets Madam’s Hill, a notorious traffic congestion black spot, especially during the morning rush hour, will get an additional €250,000 while the Lewis Road/Killarney Bypass Junction will get €250,000.

The funding is part of a €19 million allocation announced for Kerry by Brendan Griffin TD with more funds for Kerry

roads in the pipeline.

"This funding will add to great progress that has been made on Kerry's road network in recent years and the good news is that there is further substantial funding to come,” said Griffin. “I am working every day to help ensure that vital projects in Kerry receive the funding they need and the funding will address many pressing cases. There will be further funding announced in the New Year and I will be doing my level best to ensure that Kerry will do very well out of these tranches also."

Other notable funding for Kerry roads includes €1.35 million for the N72 Rathmore to Forge Cross road and €4.8 million for the continued upgrade of N86 Tralee to Dingle road.

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Fianna Fail has again failed to add a Killarney based candidate That Tralee councillor and teacher Norma Foley has been added to the Fianna Fail ticket in Kerry - the second female councillor to be added to Fianna Fail to contest the five-seater single constituency since last year’s convention - is surely a bold move by Fianna Fail.

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But the step also leaves Killarney high and dry and this clearly shows how little the town and East Kerry means to any of the main parties.

Norma F is a Tralee town girl above all.

Kerry is on the periphery geographically – but also is “on the periphery politically” under what has been a Dublin centred Government, Norma Foley said on Tuesday morning. She is absolutely right. But she might have added, or

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It leaves the premier tourist town, with its hugely important National Park, without any real clout

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No party, particularly the Republican party (even if the FF subtitle is in very small print these days), could leave Tralee to Sinn Fein Pa Daly to clean out the vote that crosses all party lines in Tralee and in north Kerry.

We in Killarney don’t fully appreciate sometimes just how “green” Tralee is whether it is the FG voter base or the Labour base, a sizeable element is a Republican vote.

But the real risk of course is Norma’s selection will only serve to unseat near neighbour TD John Brassil of Ballyheigue.

Although the possibility of Cllr Foley being added has been mooted for some months, it was thought unlikely because of the risk to Brassil. And there was also the unusual fact that both female candidates were “Norma” - not a common name by any means.

Caution has now been thrown to the wind.

somebody must ask her to add, that in this count itself, Killarney and East Kerry are very peripheral politically now.

It will be Norma F’s second run at the Dáil – in 2006 she surprisingly beat Brassil at convention in Tralee to get on the ticket alongside Thomas McEllistrim who took the 2007 seat.

She has denied there will be rivalry with John Brassil, saying “we are a team”.

But there is bound to be a turf war.

And from what I hear the sparks have already begun.

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While FF has again failed to add a Killarney based candidate, Fine Gael’s neglect is just as bad. They are almost certain to add the Listowel councillor Mike Kennelly alongside the mid Kerry junior minister Brendan Griffin who along with every other TD is also looking to Tralee to pull out the vote.

The strategy by the two large parties to leave Killarney without a candidate

The rise and rise of Boris It would be remiss of this column not to offer the heartiest congratulations to Boris the Good! Like Santa Claus he has swept to victory no doubt with the full confidence that one journalist in Ireland in one small paper backed him!

Being an eccentric is a lot nicer than all the other epithets the former journalist

and Mayor of London has had to endure in the Irish press. I will be watching out for other language changes because one thing the election of such a majority has underlined is how sick to the gills we are of over political correctness. Debate has been stifled and good people condemned for a bit of humour - as in Boris and the letterbox. He was being branded a racist which even a glance at

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means we are lumped with only the Healy-Raes, whether we like them or not.

A senior Fianna Fail source told this columnist leaving Killarney without a candidate is deliberate, and is to ensure the Healy-Rae’s support in the deal for the next Taoiseach!

So the concentration by the main parties on Tralee continues apace and both Tralee and Listowel can expect lots and lots of goodies in the run up to the election and its aftermath. Killarney and East Kerry is merely a pawn! It is quite incredible, and it would be funny if it were not so serious. Fine Gael could not even be bothered to ensure they elected a councillor and Fianna Fail could not care less about the place, it is now quite clear.

It leaves the premier tourist town, with its hugely important National Park, without any real clout. There is no certainty the Healy-Raes will be in kingmaker position at all after the next election. And we will be back again to pot hole politics in Killarney, with the main Government parties and State funding agencies bypassing us again - racing to make announcements for Tralee and Listowel! his cabinet contradicts.

There is such an examination of conscience in writing or speaking in public these days, not so much about the truth of anything but of who might be offended that sometimes one is barely able to report anything or say anything remotely humorous. I sense a change, and not before time. I sense a return of the courage of speaking honestly, robustly and humorously as they still do in France and the non-English speaking world.

A hotel is a great idea for St Finan’s Mayor Michael Gleeson, to give him due credit, has been pursuing St Finan’s relentlessly for the public. Alas it is to be sold, we know this from Michael’s questioning at November’s Regional Health Forum meeting. He has now been able to tell us this week that an agent for a five-star hotel has been in touch following the announcement that no public body wants the fine building.

Now, a hotel is a marvellous idea and a perfect use for the magnificent structure with its unrivalled views of Killarney lakes and mountains. Even more importantly St Finan's prime position at the entrance to Killarney means also it will be the most viewed hotel in town!

All week I have been deafened by the grand pronouncements by senior Council officials and their political admirers about the Council's new role in enterprise and tourism development, right up there with the big names in private corporations, one supposes. Quite a leap forward!

Certainly in terms of salary and pensions and mileage rewards few in private work could compare with them.

However, if they are so up there and out there why is it they couldn’t all come up with an idea for “an enterprise” for the fine asset of St Finan’s and draw down the grant aid. I can’t help suspecting if this building were anywhere else but in Killarney, the local authority would come up with plenty of ideas and assign plenty of personnel to draw down the State money to match them.

I suppose we should be satisfied with what we got in Killarney - a revamp of a small building that was going to be knocked just a few years back. The awfully titled ‘Anam’ the great hall of culture with the leaning lights! Who came up with that name? A playwright has told me he can’t put on his play there - no one can, as you simply can’t darken the place! No leading lights so! Would Amadán be a more suitable name in that case?

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FESTIVE CHEER: Pupils from Holy Cross Mercy School sang Christmas carols outside The Laurels Pub on Main St on Tuesday as part of their annual Kenyan Project fundraiser. Photo: Michelle Crean

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Feel good festive cheer was felt across the town on Tuesday as children from one local school sang Christmas songs.

Pupils from Holy Cross Mercy School gathered outside The Laurels Pub on Main St and were warmly received by the public who gave so generously to their collection.

It’s an annual event for the children as a fundraiser for the Kenyan Project which the school strongly supports through-

out the year, teacher Rhonda Healy explained.

“Every year we do a number of fundraisers for the Kenyan Project which is run by the Sheehy family in Killarney,” Rhonda told the Killarney Advertiser.

“Each teacher from Third to Sixth brought their class down on a rota to sing carols.

We were bowled over by the generosity of the public. Breda Courtney Murphy, a teacher in our school, is our Mission Coordinator and our Principal Ursula Coffey is a big supporter of the Kenyan Project.”

The school also had the Memory Tree Mass in school on Wednesday which was very well attended, she added.

Calling all Killarney Great Southern Hotel staff | By Sean Moriarty Former staff at the Great Southern Hotel are organising a reunion of all those who worked at the landmark hotel up to 2006.

‘The Great Get Together’ will be held at the Dromhall Hotel on March 28 next year.

An organising committee has been set up and Kathy Brosnan has been elected has chair.

Originally from Sligo, she has been running the Applecraft Bed and Breakfast in Woodlawn for many years. Prior to going out on her own she worked as a waitress in the Great Southern Hotel from 1979

until 1985.

“This just had to be done,” she told the Killarney Advertiser. “In my time there it was like one big family. We are hoping to bring as many people together – that is why we called it ‘The Great Get Together’ – and it’s open to anyone who worked there before it was sold into private hands.”

The evening will begin with a remembrance service followed by wine reception, dinner, music and storytelling.

Tickets are €60 and available to reserve by emailing gshkillarneyreunion@gmail. com or by calling Emer Corridon on 087 1240046.

“Tickets are strictly for past staff members, the event is not open to the public,”

REUNION: Former staff at the Great Southern Hotel are organising a reunion next March.

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Not only are they excited for their own Christmas presents – but children from Faha National School – went one step further to help needy children this week. | By Sean Moriarty

WINNER: Rowan Omean Al Salah Holy Cross Mercy NS receives her award from Paul Sherry after winning the ‘Individual Essay Award’ in the 2019 Hugh O’Flaherty National School Essay Competition.

Double Hugh O’Flaherty award for Killarney school

The kind-hearted pupils donated their surplus toys from their annual ‘Bring and Buy’ fundraising sale to the Chernobyl Children International Charity.

Every year, Sixth Class pupils at the school organise a fundraising sale as part of their ‘Junior Entrepreneur Programme’ (JEP).

Each pupil donates toys that they have grown out of or that they no longer need and they are resold in the school to raise funds for the project.

This year the pupils received a larger than usual donation of toys and they were unable to sell them all at the annual sale.

The decision was taken to donate them

to local charities but most local groups were unable to take them as they had already reached their requirements.

School Principal Jerry Fitzgerald put out a request on Radio Kerry and as a result the Chernobyl Children International Charity will take the surplus toys.

“There are seven or eight full sacks of toys, we got a lot more donations this year than other years and the Sixth Class pupils were unable to sell them,” Mr Fitzgerald told the Killarney Advertiser.

“The children took the decision themselves to give the extra toys to charity.

After publicising this on Radio Kerry we got seven or eight calls and decided that Chernobyl Children’s International Charity would get the toys.”

Holy Cross Mercy National School Killarney captured two awards in the 2019 Hugh O’Flaherty National School Essay Competition.

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Chair of the Hugh O’Flaherty Memorial Society, Jerry O’Grady announced at the presentation in Killarney Library last Friday night, that in addition to one of the school’s pupils winning the ‘Individual Essay Award’, Holy Cross Mercy School also received the ‘Best Collective Award’ for the quality of the entries received from their fifth and sixth class pupils.

The winner of the 2019 Individual Essay Competition was fifth class student Rowan Omean Al Salah.

Rowan’s concise but powerful essay on why she considered Hugh O’Flaherty to be a hero and, how his example could be applied to today’s world circumstances was the unanimous selection of the independent adjudicators.

“She is a star student in every respect,

very popular amongst her fellow students and the teaching staff,” Principal Ursula Coffey said.

“Her commitment and ability to learn is remarkable - having arrived at the school only four years ago without a word of English.”

The main sponsor of the Hugh O’Flaherty Memorial Society’s Annual Schools Programme is the Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce.

“We are delighted to be associated with this wonderful event. Looking at the essay entries over the past few years, I can see a tremendous sustained awareness of humanitarianism and how it applies to everyday life,” Chamber President, Paul Sherry, said. “Students, teachers and parents can be very proud of the current generation.”

Mysterious local backs Killarney Micro Track | By Sean Moriarty The Killarney Micro Track project has benefitted from the generosity of a mysterious local business which will allow them to purchase a new state-of-art jump mat.

The new track will have Olympic standard high jump facilities in an effort to help local Paralympian Jordan Lee pre-

pare for the European Athletics Championships in May and help him qualify for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

“This jump mat is world class,” said Jeremiah Griffin. “The identity of the business will be revealed upon installation of the mat.”

Meanwhile a new gate will be installed in the coming days, sponsored by Keith Cronin of Torc Engineering.

COLLECTION: Sarah Trant and Mieke Rice Steinbeck, St. Brigid’s students who took part in a Street Collection for Novas Kerry Homeless Service and collected an impressive sum of €1,827.47.

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OPEN: At the launch of the official opening of ANAM - Killarney’s Arts and Cultural Centre were Cllr Maura Healy-Rae, Kate Kennelly, Angela McAllen, Cllr Michael Gleeson (Mayor of Killarney), John Purcell, Cllr. Niall Kelleher (Mayor of Kerry), Mary Nash, and Moira Murrell (CEO KCC). Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

Cultural centre officially opened

The official opening of ANAM – Killarney’s Arts and Cultural Centre - was performed by Minister Brendan Griffin TD last Friday night.

The project, which saw the complete refurbishment of the local-authority owned cultural centre on East Avenue, has resulted in the development of a flexible, adaptable and contemporary space, both internally and externally, which can host arts and cultural performances.

The refurbished venue has an indoor seating capacity of 67 to cater for small events, but for larger events the venue can be re-arranged, utilising the auditorium as a stage area with outdoor seating of 131 seats.

In opening ANAM, the Minister acknowledged the role of the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, and Kerry County Council, who, working together, have brought back to life an integral part of the cultural element of the town, which has huge potential to enhance the already excellent offering to visitors to Killarney, as well as the local community.

“Killarney town and the wider Municipal District has a rich heritage in the arts,

both in terms of performance, music, dance, theatre and visual arts,” Cllr Michael Gleeson, Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District said. “For community, youth and local arts and drama groups to have an opportunity to utilise this space provides them with an outlet to showcase their talents to the wider community.”

The Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Niall Kelleher, acknowledged the funding from the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and Kerry County Council and stated that investment in the arts sector was vitally important for Killarney and for Kerry as a whole, allowing for increased participation in the arts in Kerry. He also thanked the staff of Kerry County Council, who managed the delivery of the project, Davide Mosca architect for the design concept, and contractor Jerry Brosnan Construction.

The Arts and Cultural Centre will be managed by Killarney Municipal District Office, with queries and bookings to be sent to killarneyartscentre@kerrycoco.ie.

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Kerry Clubs Fair to return this January The Kerry Clubs Fair, which held its inaugural event last year, is to return to Killarney Racecourse in the New Year.

On January 26, from 2pm – 5pm the event, which is free and open to the public, gives adults in Kerry an easy way to find out about activities they can participate in and volunteering opportunities.

The Kerry Clubs Fair is sponsored by Chapter 23 Kerry and West Limerick Credit Unions, and will again be organised

by Killarney Lions Club.

Over 25 clubs and societies took part in the first fair including Men’s shed, First Responders, Irish Countrywomen’s Association, Tidy Towns, Southwest Counselling, Ring of Kerry Cycle, Kerry Volunteer Centre, KDYS, Killarney Badminton Club, Girl Guides, Kerry Stars, Scouts, South Kerry Community Games, Laune Mountaineering Club and Killarney Musical Society.

The aim is to highlight opportunities with up to 50 clubs and societies throughout the county.

“Last year’s turnout shows that people want to find out about clubs and other

organisations that are active in their community,” Killarney Lions Club President, John Fuller, said.

“We are hoping that this year we can expand our reach and attract clubs and individuals from all over the county. So if anyone would like to find out about activities that serve others in the community, or just want to get involved in something for fun or recreation, the Kerry Clubs Fair will be well worth a visit.”

Killarney Lions Club is hoping that in addition to providing awareness about activities that adults can get involved in, the Kerry Clubs Fair will help improve health and well-being by encouraging inclusion of people from all backgrounds in their local community, addressing isolation and promoting the benefits of volunteering to people of all ages.

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CHRISTMAS PAGEANT: The pupils from Junior Infants to Sixth Class from Shrone NS performed the Christmas Nativity in Shrone Church on December 15.

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€1.3m announced for Kerry Airport | By Sean Moriarty Kerry Airport is to get an additional €1.3m in Government funding towards operating expenses.

This is in addition to the previous €2m that was announced earlier this year by Minister Griffin. This first lot of funding is earmarked for capital works.

"The €1.3m being announced is just part of the overall package of supports

that reinforces the Government's commitment to Kerry Airport and the rural region,” said Griffin. "I continue to work closely with Kerry Airport, the airlines and all relevant partners in relation to retaining and strengthening existing routes and delivering new ones."

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Local swimmers receive awards

Local children received awards at Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre for their participation in this year’s ‘Swim for All’ programme.

THINK PINK: Ladies from Kilcummin are planning a pink night for 'Comfort for Chemo'. Pictured front l-r were: Kathleen Ryan, Carmel O'Riordan, Kate Fleming and Mary O'Leary. Back l-r were: Susan Healy, Marie Brosnan, Teresa Casey and Eileen O'Leary. Photo: Michelle Crean

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The Kerry Recreation and Sports Partnership programme, designed specifically for children with disabilities, is run in conjunction with the three local leisure centres in Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, Tralee Regional Sports & Leisure Centre and Ballybunion Health & Leisure Centre.

During 2019 the ‘Swim for All’ programme supported and encouraged 78 children, ranging from four to 15 years, and with different levels and range of abilities.

To celebrate the end the successful year the children were presented with certificates and medals by the leisure centre staff followed by some treats

and tea and coffee for the parents.

“It is great to see so many children throughout Kerry benefitting from this programme in so many ways and it is a joy to witness their progression in swimming,” Sinead Egan, Programme Facilitator with Kerry Recreation and Sports Partnership, said.

“This programme is only made possible through the positive collaborative work established between the leisure centres and Kerry Recreation & Sports Partnership.”

A new programme will commence during 2020. For more information please contact Sineád Egan at swimforallkerry@gmail.com or alternatively KRSP at 066 7184776.

Kilcummin ladies are calling on the public to ‘think pink’ this January to help raise funds to help those with cancer in Kerry.

‘Pink Night’ is the seventh annual event organised by the Kilcummin Ladies GAA committee – and they’ve raised over €12,000 to date for various local charities.

Now they’re ready to do it all again on Saturday, January 4 with an 8pm start in the Klub Bar Kilcummin.

This year all proceeds will be donated to ‘Comfort for Chemo’ in their bid to build a much needed new chemotherapy unit in University Hospital Kerry (UHK) to ensure comfort for the people of Kerry, Carmel O'Riordan, Chairperson Kilcummin ladies committee, explained to the Killarney Advertiser.

“It’s always a fun night,” she said. “The Klub Bar Kilcummin will be awash with

pink on the night and as usual there will be a prize for the best pink outfit for ladies and gents. There will be live music followed by disco with plenty of party games, fun quiz and fantastic raffle prizes.”

Admission is free with great door prizes on offer including weekend breaks, hair vouchers and much more.

“Traditionally organised for Women’s Christmas ‘Pink Night’ welcomes everyone and indeed our men folk have been great supporters in the past. Cancer knows no boundaries and has struck a chord with us all. So gather all your friends and colleagues and come along for this usually enjoyable event.”

WEDDING CONGRATS: Norma Jean Leane from Kilcummin and Brian Hanafin from Tralee tied the knot in Ballyseede Castle on November 29.

WELL DONE: Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre staff Shane Kerins and Daniel O'Donoghue pictured with Aoife Hamilton who received the ‘Swim for All’ certificate.

SWIM CERT: Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre staff Shane Kerins and Daniel O'Donoghue pictured with Colin Flynn who received the ‘Swim for All’ certificate.

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Rathmore publican helping those who need it most A kind-hearted Rathmore publican is re-opening his closed down pub so those in need can enjoy a proper Christmas dinner next week. | By By Sean Moriarty Jeff Gordon, who ran Connie K’s pub in the village, will continue a Christmas tradition he started three years ago despite closing his pub in May this year.

His service to families and individuals in need will operate from December 23 until December 25. He will offer either a sit in meal in the pub, or a discreet collection and delivery service so those in who can’t afford to put a proper Christmas dinner on the table.

Last year 19 people, ranging from elderly people to those living on their own and a family, sat down to Christmas dinner.

His collection service, which will run this year from Monday through to Christmas Day itself looked after the needs of between 50 and 55 people.

His delivery service run covers from Glenbeigh to Listowel and last year he either prepared or supplied the contents of 40 meals in that wide area.

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fecting rural pubs but there was no way my conscience would allow me to sit down to my own Christmas dinner without thinking of those we helped over the last three years,” Jeff, who offers a very discreet service, told the Killarney Advertiser.

Last year he met a Glenbeigh woman at 7.30am on Christmas Eve outside the Red Fox Inn where he presented her with enough food to prepare a proper dinner.

“By the time she got back to Glenbeigh she looked like someone who was returning from doing her Christmas shopping,” Jeff added. “I am trying to help those who are struggling, those who are doing their best to hold on to their house but with the additional strains of Santy they might not have enough money for Christmas dinner.”

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COOKIES FOR CHEMO: Transition Year students Carrie Hickey, Saoirse Coffey, Jenny Cronin and Aileen Keane from St Brigid’s Secondary School raised €450 after baking and selling cookies as a fundraiser for the ‘Comfort for Chemo’ Kerry charity set up to help raise funds for a new chemotherapy unit in University Hospital Kerry. In 2001, 830 people were treated at the unit this increased drastically to 5,000 last year.

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WALKING TALL: Members of Glenbeigh Handball Club and St Finian's Holy Well committee at the launch of the Christmas Walk, which takes place in Glenbeigh on December 28 from the Red Fox Inn. Front l-r: Maggie and Clodagh Quirke.

Back l-r: Owen Riordan, Sean Roche, Christy Moriarty, Pat Donovan and Chris Burke. Photo: Con Dennehy.

Christmas Holy Well Walk in Glenbeigh

The haunting and spine chilling sound of bagpipes will drift across the picturesque River Caragh in Glenbeigh this festive season as a lone piper leads a walk from the Red Fox Inn to the famed Comane Holy Well during one of the Christmas highlights in Mid Kerry. | By Con Dennehy More than 100 people are expected to put their best foot forward in the 8km fun event on Saturday, December 28 with all funds raised from the walk assisting the continued development of the Glenbeigh Handball Club.

St Finian’s Holy Well has been part of the local community in Glenbeigh for generations and was widely acknowledged for its spirituality and healing power.

“Over the years the area around the well became overgrown and virtually inaccessible. I decided it was time to honour and show respect to our ancestors and revamp the area,” said Pat Donovan, the founder member of the St Finian’s Well committee.

With the invaluable assistance of the South Kerry Development Partnership and local volunteers, an extensive restoration programme commenced in 2013.

“More than 80 tonnes of stone, gravel and other materials were brought to the site in wheelbarrows. Weeds, shrubbery, briars and other unsightly material were removed and replaced with paths, walls and a grotto. The entire area was also landscaped. Today, this location on the Kerry Way is a tourist attraction and a place that people can come and remember their ancestors in a dignified and peaceful setting.”

Following the renovation an annual Easter Walk was held from the Red Fox Inn to the Holy Well with over €60,000 raised for locally based charities and community projects.

Registration for this year’s walk takes place at the Red Fox Inn from 12 noon with the walk commencing at 1pm and is suitable for all age groups.

The entry fee is a modest €10 with refreshments and music in the Red Fox Inn after the walk.

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Kilcummin book now on sale A new book tracing the history of Kilcummin has gone on sale locally. | By Sean Moriarty ‘Kilcummin: Folk, Land and Liberty’ by well-known local writer Conor Doolan covers the history of the area with its main focus on the period between the 1700s and the 1920s.

The book also includes the words of a song by the author’s grandfather, Daniel J. Hannon, called 'My Killarney Mountain Rose' in praise of Doolan’s grandmother Peggy Geurin.

Doolan launched the book at Kilcummin GAA club last Thursday night.

Since then it is has gone on sale in Kilcummin Post Office, Paddy O'Keeffe's Hardware Gneeveguilla, Eason, Eager’s and O'Connor's Newsagents in Killarney.

“It will be available in the Kilcummin Recreational Hall after Mass this Saturday and Sunday,” Conor said.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A Victorian Christmas at Muckross House Killarney built in 1843, the same year that Charles Dicken’s classic Christmas story ‘A Christmas Carol’ was written. Members of Dochás Drama Group Killarney, Liz Ryan (Head Housekeeper and Michael Mills (Head Butler), read the classic tale to guests and downstairs servants in the restored servant’s kitchen. Traditional Victorian Christmas decorations, oil lamps and candles were used in keeping with the traditions of ‘The Big House’ owned by the Herberts of Muckross. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

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Party on the double in Kilcummin!

There was double cause for a party in Kilcummin on Saturday night as two locals celebrated their 21st birthdays at the same time.

40TH BIRTHDAY: John Paul Lyne enjoyed a surprise 40th birthday with family and friends in the Holiday Inn on Saturday night. Pic: Dylan Clifford.

It was a gas night for John Paul’s 40th!

One of John Paul Lyne’s favourite local haunts is the Holiday Inn on Muckross Road so in one sense it was easy enough for his brother David and sister Denise to convince him to go to his local on Saturday night.

But he wasn’t expecting an army of friends and colleagues to be waiting inside for him as they gathered to celebrate the popular Pinewood man’s 40th birthday.

John Paul is well-known around town, he operates the local Flogas service and his blue and white truck is a familiar sight as he delivers gas drums to almost every hotel and restaurant in the town centre.

“Over 50 people were there,” his sister Denise told the Killarney Advertiser.

John Paul’s life-long love of all things trucks was marked on the occasion.

He was presented with a birthday cake which had a photograph of him after

buying a blue and white toy with his communion money all those years ago.

As a child, every Friday, he would wait patiently for the gas truck to arrive in Pinewood. The delivery men would take him for a drive around the estate.

This eventually led to a Saturday job and as life progressed he found himself in charge of one of the mainstay businesses in Killarney.

After all these years, he still gets to drive his blue and white truck every day.

He was joined on the night by his longterm partner Kathryn Somers while their three-year-old son Jamie shares the same passion for trucks.

Dean Cronin from Glounacopple celebrated getting the key of the door with his family and friends at the Village Inn. The local welder was joined by his mother Louise, father Paul and sister Rhea at the popular venue.

“It was great craic,” his mother Louise said. “He said it was the best night he ever had.”

Members of the local GAA club, former school mates and work colleagues from Killarney Welding joined Dean on the night.

Little did they realise that there was a second celebration on at the same time.

“It added to the celebrations and craic,” Louise said.

Aisling O’Connor from Inch was the second 21st party to hit the Village Inn making it a double celebration for two local

families.

Aisling was joined on the night by her fellow teaching students from Mary Immaculate College in Limerick. They came from Mayo, Offaly and Limerick.

Her older brother Cormac and her younger sister Molly also helped her celebrate.

“It is a busy time of year in our house,” said her mother Mary. “Huge thanks to the Cronin family, we never knew there was another party on at the same time but they organised the music and it was great. She was delighted to celebrate with all her family and friends.”

Her aunt Catherine Igoe travelled from Galway and was joined on the night by another more-local aunt, Sheila O’Connor, and several cousins from Killarney and Mayo. Aisling’s late father Pat was also fondly remembered on the night.

CELEBRATIONS: Aisling O'Connor celebrating her 21st birthday in the Village Inn, Kilcummin on Saturday night. Pic: Dylan Clifford.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Dean Cronin celebrating his 21st birthday in the Village Inn, Kilcummin on Saturday night. Pic: Dylan Clifford.

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How to reuse your Christmas tree!

There is nothing quite like a real Christmas tree, be it pine, Nobilis or Nordmann firs.

However, increasingly there is a question over the impact Christmas trees have on the environment. In Ireland, Christmas trees are grown on farms, where each tree is replaced by a new one when it is cut.

As it grows it has a positive effect on the environment, and if it is mulched afterwards it can be used in the garden. On the other hand, artificial trees can be reused for years. Which is a good thing…. but a conundrum for me if I try to do the math on its actual carbon footprint – material manufacture, transport, effect on nature when it ends up in landfill – not to mind wondering about the working conditions of the people who made it… argh! So, the easiest thing for me to do is to have a live tree which I can use each year. I started

with some Nobilis firs, potted them up and used until they grew too large for the pot.

They now grace the end of the garden and will have outdoor lights on them this year.

Picea glauca conica is replacing it this year.

It’s a slow growing conifer which keeps a beautiful cone shape naturally and will last me for years. Potted in a sufficiently large pot, live Christmas trees will be perfectly fine indoors over the festive season. Make sure your tree does not dry out. With conifers, once they dry out and shed, they are unlikely to recover. Also bear in mind that if your house is warm, the tree, thinking it is spring, might start to grow! And these new shoots might burn off in the cold when the plant goes out again. Keep in a sheltered spot until the weather becomes a little warmer again!

Regardless of what type of tree you choose, I would like to wish all readers a joyful and peaceful Christmas.

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watch The Witcher RELEASED: DECEMBER 20 The new fantasy series ‘The Witcher’, is pegged to be Netflix’s equivalent of Game of Thrones, similarly adapting a big novel series to a series format.

Henry Cavill stars as Gerald of Rivia who is a monster hunter in a world

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By Tom Fletcher In this quirky Christmas outing, for ages 8 - 12, William Trundle - a dinosaur enthusiast who is being teased by a bully because he uses a wheelchairrequests a real dinosaur from Santa.

Luckily, a single frozen dinosaur egg happens to have survived. Santa’s elves dig it up in the North Pole, and Santa reluctantly agrees to sit atop it – as his “bum” is the only one big enough. Out hatches Christmasaurus: a friendly creature with horns and a featherlike fringe around his neck.

Christmasaurus - who doesn’t feel like he fits in among the elves, reindeer, and Santa - accidentally hitches a ride on the sleigh. Readers will guess that Christmasaurus and William are destined for one another - but first, a dastardly villain with a pipe and a pup intervenes.

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his Christian values and is even reworking this into his old music.

Kanye has described the new release ‘Jesus is Born’ as a “Sunday Service album,” suggesting it’ll feature recordings from his Sunday Service gospel choir.

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RTÉ Two: Friday, 9.30pm Childhood friends Ethan, Isaac and Chris have always spent Christmas Eve enjoying a night of drink and debauchery. As they finally come to accept adult responsibility, they decide to bring this tradition to an end by attending an exclusive party - but finding their way there proves an adventure in itself. Comedy, starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen and Anthony Mackie.

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A WEEKLY ROUND-UP OF NEWS • VIEWS FROM KERRY AND AROUND THE WORLD

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Wild Atlantic Way roads to be upgraded in West Kerry The Wild Atlantic Way route in Kerry will undergo major improvement works as part of Fáilte Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way Congestion and Visitor Management Project.

TOY TIME: Santa is putting the finishing touches to the toys and will be ready to deliver to Killarney homes on Tuesday night. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Santa Claus is coming to town Santa Claus has read all the children’s letters which were posted over the past weeks and months and is on schedule to visit Killarney and its surrounding areas on Tuesday night.

A lot of people often ask how can Santa visit every house in the world on Christmas Eve – it’s a big job but he never fails to pull it off!

Science tells us he has more than 24

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hours to make it happen.

His journey will start in Russia and will end just before sunrise on Christmas Day on the other side - in Alaska.

This will give him a total of 42 hours to visit half-a billion households and one of the reasons we never see him is that he is travelling at a whopping 5 million miles an hour.

Many local children used An Post to get their letters to the big man who then con-

tacted the national postal service to say everything is going according to plan.

“A big thank you to all of the children who have sent me lovely letters,” Santa said. “Mrs Claus and I have spent every evening reading all about your year and what you would like for Christmas. We love to get your news and your colourful drawings too.”

The North Pole Post Office and Santa’s helpers wish you all Nollaig Shona.

President Trump third US president to be impeached Impeachment in the United States is the process by which the lower house of a Government brings charges against a civil officer of Government for crimes alleged to have been committed.

The impeached official remains in office until a trial is held.

This week’s vote to impeach Trump in the House of Representatives paves the way for a court trial in the New Year - but whelther it happens or not is another matter.

The issue will now pass to the Senate,

the other body that makes up the US Congress, which will hold a trial on whether to convict and remove Mr Trump from office next month.

But given the Republicans - Mr Trump’s party - hold the Senate majority, two thirds of senators would need to vote for removal so it is very unlikely to happen.

Even so, impeachment creates a permanent black mark on Mr Trump’s political legacy that he shares with only two past presidents - Andrew Johnson and Bill Clinton.

The 50km stretch of the route is set to undergo infrastructural improvements at six key locations from Milltown Bridge to Clogher Head, taking in Slea Head Drive, Fahan Group Beehive Huts, Coumeenoole Beach and Ceann Sleibhe.

The proposed works will improve public safety measures and alleviate traffic congestion and will include upgraded car parking and visitor facilities and additional signage.

Funded by the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund as part of Project Ireland 2040, this Fáilte Ireland project, in partnership with Kerry County Council, will ensure the sustainable development of the tourism industry in the region.

Johnson, who served from 1865 to 1869, survived removal from office by one vote, his political legacy centres on the USA’s purchase of Alaska from Russia for a price of $7.2 million.

Clinton survived two votes to remove him from office.

During his January 1999 trial, where he faced two charges of lying under oath and obstruction of justice, 45 senators voted to convict while 55 voted for acquittal. On the second charge 50 senators voted to convict while 50 voted for acquittal, both failed to secure a majority vote. Clinton remained in office for the balance of his second term where he was best remembered, in this part of the world, as the one of the prime moves behind the Good Friday Peace treaty.

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Killarney people help Australian farmers Two Killarney people are behind an aid project in Australia that will help farmers in Queensland whose lives and livelihoods are at risk as a result of a severe drought in their area.

Christmas 5000km apart For those living abroad, it can be difficult spending the most magical time of the year away from home, this is where the power of connection can bring joy to families, wherever they are in the world.

One Irish family was able to enjoy Christmas dinner together despite being 5,000km thanks to the Connected Restaurant.

This festive season, The Connected Restaurant, created by mobile phone provider Three, brought together families separated by the Atlantic Ocean.

Paul Mooney, from Limerick, has been living away from home in New York for almost a decade, something which really hits home at this time of year.

Paul’s father Donie has been suffering from a rare form of bone marrow cancer.

“He’s a marvellous man, and I miss him. I miss the two of them,” he said.

The joyous reunion was captured on camera at Three’s Connected Restaurant as Paul, Tara and their 2-year-old daughter Maeve, shared the unique dining experience with Paul’s parents. “I feel as if we’re at the same table,” Paul’s mother said.

On Wednesday, Australia recorded its hottest day and temperatures are expected to soar even higher as heatwave conditions embrace most of the country.

The Australian Bureau of Meteorology said the average temperature across the country of 40.9C on Tuesday beat the record of 40.3C from January 7, 2013.

As a result of drought conditions farmers near the town of Stanthorpe, about three hours southwest of Brisbane, are living on 80 litres of water a day, some are not showering just to give their cattle a drink of water.

A group of Irish ex-pats, now living in Brisbane, including husband and wife Richard (Gneeveguilla) and Louise Lenihan (nee O’Donoghue, Ballycasheen), and their friend Kieran O’Brien from Mayo,

have organised 70 Irish owned trucks to deliver much needed supplies to the affected region.

They will set off tomorrow (Saturday) and will deliver over $110,000 Australian Dollars-worth of feed and water to the farmers. Santa will also be on hand to help the volunteers and there is even a supply of Tayto in the consignment.

“We are bringing in excess of 150,000 litres of drinking water and 300,000 litres of stock water and at least 40 tonne of animal stock feed,” Louise told the Killarney Advertiser. “Drinking water and animal stock feed alone is worth over $110,000 Australian Dollars. That’s not including stock and potable water which at this stage we cannot keep count. The support has been absolutely amazing.

This supply will bring so much relief to the farmers this Christmas. Afterwards the convoy are going to celebrate with a get together at O’Meara’s bar in the centre of town as we have the whole venue booked out.”

HELPERS: Richard Lenihan (Gneeveguilla) and his friend Kieran O’Brien (Mayo) are the organisers of the project.

DROUGHT HEROS: Richard Lenihan of Tournanough, Gneeveguilla and Louise Lenihan, are the organisers of the project.

Pop up confessional It seems the priesthood is no different to other professions and men of the cloth need to keep up with the times to ensure their future.

This time of the year is often punctuated with discussion about the increasing lack of religion at Christmas. It is just too commercial is what is said these days.

And with the people of Ireland more likely to flock to shopping centres than churches, one bishop had to act.

The Bishop of Killaloe Fintan Monaghan and a team of 20 priests set up confessional boxes in the Skycourt Shopping Centre in Shannon, Co. Clare.

The 'Mercy on the Mall' project is taking place this Christmas for the third year in a row.

The Bishop promises that his team will make themselves available throughout the shopping centre for "a confession, a chat, a blessing, or a prayer".

Gardai warn of dangers of scramblers and quad bikes An Garda Síochána are this week warning about the dangers associated with children and young teenagers being gifted quad bikes and scramblers this Christmas.

MALL MERCY: A team of priests have set up a pop up confessional service in the Skycourt Shopping Centre in Shannon, Co. Clare.

In the last few years, there have been a number of people killed or injured in collisions involving a quad bike or a scrambler on public roads, incidents which involved children under 18 years of age.

These vehicles are unsuitable for children and young teenagers and could cause life-changing injuries.

"Members of An Garda Síochána do not want to be delivering devastating news to another family this Christmas so our message is clear; children and

young teenagers should not be driving these vehicles in public, or without the necessary licence, insurance, safety equipment and supervision," Chief Superintendent Paul Cleary of the Garda National Roads Policing Bureau said.

An Garda Síochána also wish to highlight the fact that some youths on scramblers have been linked to anti-social behaviour in parks and public areas. This illegal and anti-social use of scramblers and quads poses a serious safety hazard, and a potential to cause fear and intimidation in communities.

Gardaí will have a visible presence in highlighted locations and will be enforcing the Public Order Act and the Road Traffic Act.

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CASH FOR SCHOOLS: Lee Strand visited Kiltallagh NS in Castlemaine to present a cheque of €500 in the Cash 4 Schools Draw. Photo: Domnick Walsh

€500 win for Castlemaine school Lee Strand visited Kiltallagh NS in Castlemaine to present a cheque of €500 in the Cash 4 Schools Draw.

“On behalf of Kiltallagh National School, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to all who have so generously been gathering tokens on our behalf, both in the school and in the wider community,” Paula Ní Bhriain, Principal said.

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“Míle míle buíochas ó chroí to all in Lee Strand for our early but most welcome Christmas present! Here in Kiltallagh we have enjoyed taking part in the “Plan a school excursion to Lee Strand” in Ballymullen, Tralee and had the opportunity to explore the production plant and view all stages of the milk production process. We enjoy daily the Lee Strand school milk pack delivered to our school, offering pupils a nutritious drink full of vitamins, calcium and protein at an ex-

tremely reasonable price. The Cash 4 Schools draw prize of €500 from Lee Strand is just the icing on the cake and could not have come at a better time. As play is such an important part of a child’s education, socialisation and growth, we are looking forward to investing the money won in some additional sports, playground and classroom games and equipment. Some new scooters, footballs, skipping ropes and hula hoops are already on our wish list.”To celebrate Lee Strand’s new renewable pack three more €500 Cash 4 Schools Draws will take place. To enter, collect TEN ‘Lee Strand Has Gone Green’ tokens on the side of Lee Strand’s new 1 Litre Renewable cartons and post them along with your school name and address to Lee Strand in Ballymullen, Tralee. For further information please contact 066 7121084.

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Beauty - By Jill O'Donoghue

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

Skincare for the New Year ahead

It’s that time of year where we overdo it on everything, so make sure this year to add in the skincare routine.

With a little bit of time off over the Christmas take some time to overdo your skin routine. Spending days in the pjs means leaving make-up off .... and plenty of time to re-energise the skin.

Applying a mask at home once a week does wonders for your skin. Try to spend at least 10 minutes exfoliating first. It’s always better to do the exfoliating process at the sink and give it time to work.

Use all those beautiful products that you purchase this year or all those lovely skincare gifts you hopefully get this Christmas. If you feel like treating yourself, there are loads of gifts in our studio with half price serums and great offers on all skincare giftsets.

I always remind people that once you open a bottle it’s important to use the

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older ones first as the goodness can start to reduce.

It’s also a good time to reorganise all your products before you open all those lovely Christmas gifts.

At the back of your bathroom presses or dressing tables we all have fabulous products that we have been keeping for a special night out or event. Now is the time when you have a few extra days off to pamper yourself and those around you. I usually move back to my mom’s for a few days over the holidays, and if I’m putting a mask on I’ll call my mom, sisters-in-law, cousins - whoever is staying over, and pop it on them too.

Call skin coach Jill for a consultation now or in the New Year on 064 6632966.

FATHER AND SON: Johnny O’Sullivan and his son John, setting out on the annual Charity Christmas Bike Run on the Ring of Kerry. Photo:Valerie O’Sullivan

Bikers ride The Ring for charity

Bikers from Killarney and Tralee turned out in force for the annual Charity Christmas Bike Run along the Ring of Kerry on Sunday to raise money for St Francis Special School in Beaufort and Mount Eagle Lodge in Tralee.

Close on 70 bikes took part in the run which finished with a parade of motorcycles on the streets of Killarney.

The first group left Tralee around 10am for the first official stop of the day at Sheahan’s Centra on the Muckross Road.

There they were met by the Killarney contingent before setting off around The Ring the wrong way around.

They travelled to Sneem via Moll’s Gap for the second stop of the day before heading to Glenbeigh before a final regroup at the Liebherr Container Crane factory in Fossa ahead of the parade on Sunday evening.

Local garage owner Johnny O’Sullivan took part in the run for the first time with his son John as a pillion passenger.

He used his Harley Davidson Tri-Glide Ultra for the event.

“It was my first time doing this, I have done ride-outs during the motorcycle festival in the summer but this was very enjoyable and a great buzz,” said the former rally driver. “Riding the Harley up Moll’s Gap was like trying to steer a rally car without power steering.”

The event concluded with a meal in Scott’s Hotel followed by a social gathering in The Shire.

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• HY BRASIL, ALBUM LAUNCH Friday, 7.30pm Curious Cat Café

• REBELS XMAS Saturday, 10pm K Town Bar

• FINAL CHRISTMAS MAGIC PARADE Saturday, 6pm Killarney town

• RUAILE BUAILE Sunday, 10pm Killarney Grand Main Street, Killarney

• WALKING ON CARS Saturday, 9pm Gleneagle INEC Arena Muckross Road, Killarney

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MYSTERY TOUR: Killarney Macra on their mystery tour in The Village Inn, Kilcummin on Saturday night. Photo: Dylan Clifford

PARTY ON: Staff from Hegarty's Spar (Muckross Road) enjoying their Christmas party in The Shire on Saturday night. Photo: Dylan Clifford

PARTY TIME: The staff from Bowlers Garage Killarney celebrating their Christmas party in The Avenue on Saturday night. Photo: Dylan Clifford.

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HEALTH & FITNESS Advice - By Brian Foley Brian is available for advice and fitness consultations, Call 087 403 0894 or email info@activate.ie • www.activate.ie

It’s about progress not perfection It’s almost Christmas and this week we are going to talk about food choices.

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“Just tell me what to do and what to eat” - this is something I hear all the time from new clients.

I can only empathise as every day we are bombarded with information on what “not to eat”, or “eating this removes belly fat” - don’t get me started on this one!

It’s not because you don’t really know what to eat, ie: pick up the spinach - it’s the not so obvious choices that cause confusion.

Certain foods become demonised, then hailed as the greatest health wonder, and then back to demonised!

Over and over I get asked: are potatoes good or bad, what about eggs, can I eat pasta and is cheese ok?

To add to the confusion, it’s not always obvious how to classify a food. Is it mostly protein, a carbohydrate or a fat? Many people know to eat a mix of these macronutrients, yet aren’t sure how that looks in “real food”.

The result: more questions.

Stop thinking of food as “good” or “bad”, it’s neither - it’s food.

Stop referring to certain foods as “treats” - you are not a dog.

Your first task when looking to lose weight is to stop over consuming food. In over 95 percent of cases this is the reason you are overweight. It’s probably not hormones, or genetics, or your metabolism.

It’s eating more calories than you require.

When working with a nutrition coach don’t expect a list of “approved” and “off-limits” foods.

Instead, you should think of foods on a spectrum from “eat more” to “eat some” to “eat less”.

This approach promotes one of the most crucial philosophies that runs through our coaching method that I mentioned last week: progress, not perfection.

I have come across too many people damaged by 12 week meal plan templates.

Knowing what to eat is only half the battle, the other half is keeping yourself accountable. This is where a nutrition coach can guide you with long term, sustainable ways and means to navigate the confusion that is out there and come up with strategies on how to incorporate your preferences into your individual lifestyle.

Week 4 Action Items: • Find out how many calories you require daily based on details you can input to an online calculator such as www.myfitnesspal.com. These are not always accurate but can give you an idea, for a truly accurate and scientific way check out our In-Body scanner at Activate.

• Track your calories consumed for a week using MyFitnessPal App. • Compare your daily required calories against your consumed.

This is not meant to instil a use of tracking Apps as a long term solution, but merely as a means for you to see what you are consuming, then you can accurately assess yourself, analyse your patterns and eventually make changes.

• Move more this week, get out and go for a walk/jog/cycle, enquire about that class you have been thinking about starting do not wait until January 1!

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FESTIVE FLICK: Enjoying the festive film at the Great Southern Killarney on Sunday from l-r were: Emma Tangney, Lisa Leahy, Marie-Claire van Vrede, Claire Scally, Santa, Annemarie van Vrede, Aoibheann O’Leary and Kamile Lyne.

Successful festive flick fundraiser for local school Festive feel-good cheer abounded as families flocked to Great Southern Killarney on Sunday for a special charity screening of the Christmas classic, ‘The Grinch’.

Movie fans gathered from far and wide to enjoy this Grinch-tastic festive family flick sponsored by Great Southern Killarney with all proceeds going to St Francis Special School Beaufort.

Prior to the movie junior guests indulged in popcorn, candyfloss, homemade hot chocolate and sweet treats. Adults soaked up the seasonal atmosphere with a glass of homemade mulled wine and relaxed in the Great Room foyer with fes-

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Christmas jumpers a-plenty were in evidence by hosts, staff and attendees alike, with Christmas carols adding to the fun of the day, culminating in a visit from the man himself, Santa Claus!

“We are delighted with the local support for this charity event in aid of St Francis Special School,” Claire Scally, Communications Director for Hayfield Family Collection said.

“I was so impressed by the amazing work that is done at the school and we are very humbled and proud to support this outstanding charity. I am also very proud of our team at Great Southern.”

MONEY SMART: Lynne Fahy, Emma Myers, Aoibhe Coffey and Megan Fitzgerald placed 3rd and 5th in Munster for the Bank Of Ireland Money Smart Challenge which was held in the INEC last week. The girls placed ahead of other teams showing their knowledge of finance and financial well-being and having an ability to work under timed, pressured time scales.

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Nissan’s mobile Christmas tree Nissan has converted one of its popular Leaf electric cars into a self-charging Christmas tree.

The Christmas car features a spectacular festive light display, powered entirely by its own regenerative braking energy system.

Two driving functions provide energy regeneration in the Nissan Leaf. The car’s e-Pedal allows the driver to start, accelerate, decelerate and stop using only the accelerator pedal. The e-Pedal also helps the car harvest energy via regenerative braking. This works by recycling the energy from the movement of the car during braking or deceleration, which then goes straight back to the batteries, where it is used to recharge the cells. Meanwhile, B mode is a driving function that regener-

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Fitted with thousands of LEDs, shimmery baubles and a reindeer, the Leaf Christmas Tree is brighter than Rudolph’s nose.

“Santa shouldn’t be the only one with a festive mode of transport. We wanted to make the Nissan Leaf more fun at this time of year while driving home a very important message,” said Helen Perry, head of electric vehicles for Nissan Europe.

“We hope this custom-made vehicle inspires people about the benefits of regenerative energy. After nearly 10 years since Leaf was first introduced in Europe, Nissan continues to be fully focused on providing consumers with a more sustainable lifestyle through electric mobility.”

Tom’s winning ticket was purchased at The Killarney Outlet Centre where for the last number of months members from Killarney Celtic FC and Killarney Celtic Football for All have been selling tickets to raise funds for the club. Tom, originally from Inch and now living in Roscommon, bought five tickets and won the car in the Munster section of the draw. He also had another winning ticket which he had allocated to his sister who won two tickets to an Ireland game at the Aviva Stadium.

“I can’t believe my luck, I was on a visit to Killarney saw the car draw and thought I’d chance my luck,” he said. “I am over the moon with my win and am grateful to Killarney Celtic FC and the FAI.” The FAI National Club Draw is an annual draw that assists grassroots clubs with their fundraising efforts. The prizes are provided by the FAI through the generosity of their sponsors and clubs can retain a substantial percentage of the money raised to invest in developing their programmes.

Mike Lyne, Director of Football at Killarney Celtic, congratulated Tom on his win and thanked all the people who supported the draw.

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COUNTY CHAMPION: Paul Nagle, with his sponsor Michael O'Mahoney and driver Craig Breen at the finish ramp of the Rally of the Lakes in May. Nagle will collect his County Championship medal on Saturday night next (December 28).

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Busy festive season for motoring fans Motoring enthusiasts in Kerry will have plenty of events to keep them occupied over the festive period.

On Friday (December 27) the annual Reindeer Run classic car run will set off from Ashe’s Bar in Camp and will follow a route along the Dingle Peninsula before returning to the popular venue later that evening. The run gets underway at 11am and all vehicles are welcome.

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ter,” said organiser Martin Quirke.

Motorsport enthusiasts in the county will be out in force on Saturday night (December 28) as the annual awards do for the Moriarty’s Centra ‘Kingdom of Kerry Championship’ takes place in The Anvil Bar in Keel. Tralee driver Darren Young and Killarney co-driver Paul Nagle will be main award winners on the night.

Championship organisers will also present the Paudie Casey Trophy Cup to the person or persons who have gone

beyond the call of duty during the 2019 season in the county.

“The winner of this award is a closely guarded secret but I can assure that this year’s recipient is more than deserving,” said championship sponsor Mike Moriarty. “If you want to find out who the winner is you need to be in The Anvil on Saturday night.”

There are two very different events taking place, at opposite ends of the county, on Sunday (December 29).

Tralee Racecourse will host a fun rally sprint event for rally cars and racing buggies in memory of Denis O’Brien, one of the best-known rally competitors who died suddenly after an illness earlier this year.

International rally driver, the late Russel Brookes who died in October, will be remembered with a classic car run in

his name on the same day. This run will follow famous Circuit of Ireland and Rally of the Lakes stages, roads the British champion rated as the best in the world.

“This event is for anyone in the South Kerry and West Cork areas over Christmas, a very special car run has been organised from Helen’s Bar in Kilmackillogue, which was one of Russell's favourite pitstops right in the middle of one of Ireland’s best rally stages where he used to relax with friends old and new,” said organiser Sean Hurley, who is one of those friends. “We put this event together to bring your rally, classic, vintage or road car through the classic Healy Pass, Cods Head, Ardgroom and Kilmackillogue stages which Russell knew and loved so well. It is a non-competitive run on open roads, any make or model, all in Russell's honour.”

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Visiting Santa Claus in his Christmas Cabin at Killarney Outlet Centre last weekend were Louise and Patrick Barry with children Gavin, Kensa and Aaron Barry, Gneeveguilla. The final weekend is tomorrow (Saturday) December 21 and Sunday 22, from 1pm to 6pm each day.

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Visiting Santa Claus in his Christmas Cabin at Killarney Outlet Centre last weekend were Louise and Eoin O'Donoghue with baby Daniel O'Donoghue.

The final weekend is tomorrow (Saturday) December 21 and Sunday 22, from 1pm to 6pm each day.

Aware Support & Self Care Group Unfortunately, the Aware Support & Self Care group in Killarney has closed due to a lack of attendance despite all efforts to continue with the service. We continue to offer a group in Tralee on Tuesday evenings. Peer to peer support and understanding for individuals experiencing depression, bipolar disorder and related mood conditions. Facilitated by Aware trained volunteers. Free of charge, all adults welcome and no referral necessary – details on www.aware.ie Where? Community Development Building, Rock Street Business Centre, Upper Rock Street, Tralee, Co. Kerry When? Every Tuesday at 8pm.

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in memoriam 78 IN MEMORIAM 4TH AND 21ST ANNIVERSARY

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4TH ANNIVERSARY

10TH ANNIVERSARY

BECKETT

CLERKIN

CREMIN

BECKETT

In loving memory of my husband Martin (Snr) and my son Martin Who died on 30th December 2015 and 6th September 1998. Cluainin, Woodlawn Road, Killarney.

‘My Two Martins’ Although our worlds are different now Or is that just how it seems For I see ye when I close my eyes Because you’re always in my dreams.

I know you’re up in Heaven And looking down on me And when I look up at the stars I know that’s where you’ll be.

Even though I miss ye You’re not too far away Because my heart is full of memories And I treasure them everyday.

In loving memory of our Dad Martin Who died 30th December 2015, Cluainin, Woodlawn Road, Killarney.

The World changes from year to year Our lives from day to day But the love and memory of you Dad Shall never pass away.

Love you always Dad, Mags, Kerrie and Mike XXX

24TH & 5TH ANNIVERSARY BREEN

In loving memory of Peter Clerkin Aghadoe Who died on 6th January 2010.

You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, a time to care, Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today.

Always remembered and missed by your loving family.

Anniversary Mass in Fossa Church on 6th January at 10am.

27TH & 25TH ANNIVERSARY CLIFFORD

Always loved by your wife Eileen and Mom. XXX Anniversary Mass on Saturday 28th December at 6.15pm, St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney

4TH & 21ST ANNIVERSARY BECKETT

In loving memory of our Granddad And Uncle Martin.

You will always be our Granda and Uncle, No matter where we go.

No matter the years that pass, Or how big or tall we grow.

Today we take our little hands, And place them on you’re hearts.

So little us and little you, Will never be apart.

Love Ellie Mai and Frankie XXX

21ST ANNIVERSARY BECKETT

In loving memory of our brother Mart, Who died 6th September 1998, aged 18 years. Cluainin, Woodlawn Road, Killarney.

There’s a garden filled with memories, That blossom ever bright.

A place of sweet remembrance, And lovely flowers of light.

A place that offers comfort, When the ones we love depart, A place of gentle promise Called the garden of the heart.

You will forever be our brother Love Mags, Kerrie and Mike XXX

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1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

In loving memory of our parents Dan and Annie Marie Breen, Late of Ballagh, Beaufort.

Dan died 6th of January 1995.

Annie Marie died 23rd December 2014.

R.I.P Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has ye in his keeping, We have ye in our hearts.

In loving memory of Donie and Eileen Clifford Late of 71 Park Road Estate Who died on the 10th March, 1992 and 29th December, 1994.

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

May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper for you to hear, That we still love and miss you, As it dawns another year.

Fondly missed by your daughter Mary, grandchildren Adrian, Fergus, Debra, Great-grandchildren Sarah, Luke and Annie-Mae and extended family xxxx

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving family.

3RD ANNIVERSARY

23RD ANNIVERSARY

CASEY

CREMINS

In loving memory of Julia (Sheila) Cremin Lissyconnor, Rathmore Who passed away on 19th of December 2018 On the first anniversary of Julia’s passing her husband Phil, daughters Mary, Eilish and Kay, son John, her bothers and extended family would like to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us on our sad loss.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many friends and neighbours who visited our home, attended the rosary, removal, funeral mass and burial. For those who travelled long distances, sent floral tributes, cards and messages of condolences, we are truly grateful.

We would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of Millstreet Medical Centre and to David and staff of Reens Pharmacy, Rathmore for their help and care over the years.

Sincere thanks to Fr. Pat O’Donnell for his monthly visits to our home and officiating at Julia’s funeral mass. To Fr. Anthony O’Sullivan who celebrated her months minds mass in her home. Thanks to Sr. Stella for coming to the house and reciting the rosary and to Mary Dilworth for her beautiful singing.

Thanks to O’Keeffe’s undertakers for their advice and professionalism and to the gravediggers for preparing Julia’s final resting place.

A special thanks to Duhallow Community Foods Newmarket for the food and to Juliett and the staff of Teach Iosagain for helping serve it.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Julia’s First Anniversary mass will be held in St Josephs Church, Rathmore on Saturday 21st December at 6.00pm.

In loving memory of Kevin Casey, Late of Glenflesk, Killarney & Dunmore East Who died on Jan 3rd, 2017.

For all you were to us in life, And all the joy you brought, Memories of you are with us, In every single thought.

The pain we felt at losing you, Will never go away, But knowing that you are in our hearts, Helps us through each day.

When you were here we always felt, That nothing could go wrong, But you’re still our inspiration, And your memory keeps us strong.

And though our hearts are heavy, They are also full of love, And that’s enough to comfort us, While you are in heaven above.

In loving memory of Mary Cremins, Late of 72 Woodlawn Park, Killarney Who died on the 25th December, 1996 Time and years pass swiftly by, But love and memories never die, No longer in our lives to share, But yesterdays memories are always there.

Loved and sadly missed by your wife Marguerite, sons Paul, Mark and James. sisters Marie, Majella, brother Martin and extended family.

3rd Anniversary Mass will be held in St. Agathas Church, Glenflesk, Thursday 2nd January at 9:30am

CULLOTY

Always remembered by your loving husband Jim, sons Pat and James, daughters-in-law Angela and Michelle and grandchildren Steven, Lorraine, Darragh, Laura and Ciara.

In loving memory of Micheal Culloty Late of Annaghmore, Headford Who died on 10th of December 2011

6TH ANNIVERSARY DENNEHY

Loved and remembered by your heartbroken parents Paddy and Mary.

Death leaves a heartache, No one can heal.

But love leaves a memory, No one can steal.

8TH ANNIVERSARY

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

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

In loving memory of Shane Dennehy Late of Bounard, Gneeveguilla Who died on 25th of December 2013.

Loved with a love beyond all telling, Missed with a grief beyond all tears.

Loved and remembered every day Mom, David, Derek, Jack, Caitlin and all your extended family.

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

Anniversary Mass on Sunday 22nd of December at 11.00am in The Sacred Heart Church, Barradubh.

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10TH ANNIVERSARY

CURTIN

CRONIN

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

3RD ANNIVERSARY FOLEY

NOEL DILLON

In loving memory of Noreen Curtin Late of Knocklebede, Kilcummin, Killarney Who died on the 2nd of January 2012.

In loving memory of Nora Cronin Late of Annabeg Gneeveguilla Who died on 24th of December 2009

They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal, But neither time nor reason, Will change the way I feel.

We will always have memories, To cherish and hold, Of a wonderful Aunt More precious than gold.

For no one knows the heartache, That lies behind my smile, No one knows how many times, I have broken down and cried.

Fondly missed by Maggie, Patrick and family. xx

I want to tell you something Noreen, So there won’t be any doubt, You’re so wonderful to think of, But so hard to be without.

33RD ANNIVERSARY CULLOTY (NEE BROSNAN)

Birthday Remembrance for Noel Dillon, Woodlawn, Killarney Whose birthday falls on the 24th of December.

I thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new, I thought about you yesterday, And days before that too.

Mother God looked around his garden, And saw an empty space, He then looked down upon the earth, And saw your tired face.

I think of you in silence I often speak your name All I have are memories And your picture in a frame

He put his arms around you, And raised you up to rest, His garden must be beautiful, Because he only takes the best.

Your memory is my keepsake With which I’ll never part God has you in His keeping I have you in my heart.

He knew you were in pain, And that a cure was not to be, So he closed your weary eyelids, And whispered “come to me”.

Always loved and remembered by husband Bertie.

For Noel on his birthday this Christmas.

8TH ANNIVERSARY

A twinkling star shines in Heaven, It comes out every night, That star is my dear Granda Noel, Who comes to say goodnight.

CURTIN

In loving memory of Noreen Curtin Late of Knocklebede, Kilcummin, Killarney Who died on the 2nd of January 2012.

Sometimes it seems a lifetime, Sometimes it seems a day, But in our hearts and in our minds You are never far away.

Remembering you is easy We do it every day But missing you is a heartache That never goes away.

Always remembered by your daughters Marie and Ciara.

8TH ANNIVERSARY

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

Sadly missed and always remembered with love your husband Patrick, son Donie and daughters Catriona and Mags and extended family.

Anniversary mass will be at 11am on December 22nd in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Barraduff.

CHRISTMAS MEMORIES EVISTON In loving memory of Noreen Curtin Late of Knocklebede, Kilcummin, Killarney Who died on the 2nd of January 2012.

Love from Michael, Michelle, Mickealla, Luke, Zack and Jake.

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

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

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

In loving memory of Sean Eviston Late of Countess Road, Killarney.

The thought comes back this Christmas day, With meaning deep and true, How much of joy along life’s way, There was, dear Sean, because of you.

Memories of you are like leaves of gold, They will never tarnish or grow old, You always had a smile to share, Time to give and time to share, Your loving nature, your heart of gold, These are the memories we tenderly hold.

Your presence we miss, Your memory we treasure, Loving you always, Forgetting you never.

Love always Mom, Dad, Edward, June, Linda and Patrick.

With tearful eyes we watched you, And saw you slip away, And though we loved you dearly, We knew you could not stay.

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

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered always by your loving family, Tim, Eamonn, Dermie, Neil Brendan and Máiréad. xxxxx

2ND ANNIVERSARY KENNY

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has you in his keeping, We have you in our hearts.

CURTIN

Time passes by, life goes on, It’s not the same now you are gone, But we think about you every day, And in our hearts you’ll always stay.

Loved and missed by Noel’s wife Barbara, daughters Laura & Jen, and son-in-law Mike Happy Birthday from your grandchildren Emma, Jack and Dean xxxx

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

We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, Now all we have is memories, And your picture in a frame.

In loving memory of Joan Foley Late of Leamnaguilla, Ballyhar, Killarney Who died on 22nd December 2016

TUCKER

In loving memory of Teresa Kenny Late of Mangerton Road, Muckross, Killarney Formerly of Templenoe Who passed away on 27th December 2017.

Time passes, memories stay, Quietly remembered every day.

Always remembered, your loving husband Michael, sons James and Jeremy, daughter in law Doreen and grandchildren Angelina, Kirsten and Sive, and sister Betty.

Anniversary Mass for Teresa will be held at Church of the Resurrection on Monday 30th December at 9.30am.

23RD & 12TH ANNIVERSARIES GALLIVAN

In loving memory of Con and Joan Gallivan Late of Inchicullane, Kilcummin, Killarney Who died on the 5th of October 1996 and 26th of December 2007.

Memories are special, They don’t fade away, We think of ye always, Not just today.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving family.

Birthday Remembrance for our loving son & brother Stephen Tucker Late of 1 Cois Cnoic, Shrone Cross and Woodlawn Park Whose Birthday occurs on December 26th.

Our hearts were broken in every way, When God decided to take you that day, We hoped you would have been just fine, If God had given you a little more time.

We miss your sense of humour, That gleam within your eyes, Your special day we can not share, Our gift to you must be a prayer.

Happy Birthday Stephen we miss you so.

For as long as we live, we will always be glad for a wonderful Son and Brother we were lucky to have. You loss to us Stephen can never be told. Dad is with you now Stephen so we will be remembering you both on your birthday.

Loved and missed every day your heartbroken Mom, Denis, Olivia, Gavin, Amelia, Ger, Rosie. Nieces, Nephews and extended family. xxx Precious people are very few, That is why there was only one of you, Lord treasure him in your garden of rest, Because on earth he was the best.

Loved and remembered fondly.

Missing you every day Tracy & son Cian xx

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7TH ANNIVERSARY

IN REMEMBRANCE

MCCARTHY

MORIARTY

34TH & 35TH ANNIVERSARY

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’MAHONY

KELLY

In loving memory of Kathleen McCarthy, Late of 12 Ardshanavooley Estate, Killarney, Whose anniversary occurred on the 20th of December.

Although our worlds are different now, Or is that just how it seems, For I see you when I close my eyes, Because you are always in my dreams.

I know you are up in heaven, And looking down on me, And when I look up at the stars, I know thats where you’ll be.

In loving memory of our parents Michael & Margaret Moriarty Late of Woodlawn Park, Killarney As each day dawns we think of you; As each night falls we pray for you; And throughout our lives no matter where; In our hearts you are always there.

Fondly remembered by their children Maureen, Joan, Michele & Brian Sons in Law, Daughter in Law, Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren

Sadly missed along life’s way, Quietly remembered every day.

25TH ANNIVERSARY

6TH ANNIVERSARY

KELLEHER

O’NEILL

Always loved and missed by her loving husband Connie and family.

In loving memory of our dear husband and father Tommy Kelleher, Rathmore Who died on the 17th December 1994

In loving memory of Mary O’Neill Late of 6 Plunkett Street, Killarney Who died on the 22nd December 2013.

21ST ANNIVERSARY

It doesn’t take a special day, To bring you to my mind, A day without you is very hard to find, A prayer, a Mass is all I can give, And that you will have as long as I live.

On a December Sunday morning, You quietly left us all, But as you would have said yourself, “You must answer the Lord’s call” But we have such precious memories, Your wonderful nature, kind and true, Though Heaven and Earth divide us, We are never far from you.

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

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

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

God called your name so softly, That only you could hear, And no one heard the footsteps, Of angels drawing you near.

The golden gates stood open, God saw you needed rest, His garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best.

Daddy, If we had one wish, We wish that you were here, To see you one more time, We would love it Daddy, dear, We cannot understand, Why God in all His mercy, Should take you from our love, And place you by his Angels, In Heaven up above.

Remembered with love by your wife Noreen.

Also remembering baby Evie up in heaven with Grandad.

Sadly missed by your children Michael, Danny, Mari and grandchildren.

9TH ANNIVERSARY GRIFFIN

Sadly missed by his loving wife Eileen and family.

44TH ANNIVERSARY KELLEHER

In loving memory of Jerry Kelleher Late of 10 St. Brendans Terrace, Killarney Who died on the 22nd December, 1975.

Memories are special They don’t fade away We think of you always Not just today.

Sadly missed by your loving family.

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

Lovingly missed and remembered by his daughter Joan, Tony & grandchildren.

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Sean O Sullivan Kilbrean House, Kilbrean More, Killarney, Who died on the 18th December 2015.

Some day the time will come, When I will no longer feel this pain, That is the day that heaven calls, And we will meet again.

GUERIN

In loving memory of Michael O’Mahony Lyranes, Glencar, Co Kerry Who died on the 15th December 2015

Fondly remembered by your loving family.

Anniversary Mass is on Friday 20th December at 6:15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

Even though I miss you, You are not too far away, Because my heart is full of memories, And I treasure them everyday.

Our time on earth was special, But its only the very start, So please keep watching over me, While we’re not so far apart.

Treasured memories of our dear parents and grandparents Dan and Kathleen Kelly Late of South Hill, Mill Road, Killarney Whose 34th and 35th Anniversaries occur at this time.

In loving memory of Martin Griffin Late of Dalton’s Avenue and Fleming’s Lane Who died on the 26th December 2010.

Wrap your arms around him Lord, Don’t leave him on his own, For it is his Anniversary, And he can’t come home.

Call his name softly, And when he looks your way, Tell him we love him, And miss him every day Sadly missed, always loved and never forgotten by your family at home and abroad.

Anniversary Mass is on Saturday 28th Dec at 6.15pm in St.Mary’s Cathedral.

Forever in our hearts Billy, Mary, Jillian and Elizabeth.

Wonderful memories woven in gold, This is the picture we tenderly hold, Deep in our hearts, Your memory is kept, To love, to cherish, to never forget.

Sadly missed by Rosemary, your loving family, extended family and grandchildren.

9TH ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

24TH & 6TH ANNIVERSARIES LYNE & O’NEILL

In loving memory of Stephanie Lyne Late of New St, Killarney Who died on the 20th December 1995 and her mother Mary O’Neill Late of Plunkett St, Killarney Who died on 22nd of December 2013.

In loving memory of Donal O’Donoghue, Late of 21 Brú Na Sinsear, Rathmore, Whose 9th anniversary occurs on the 29th of December.

I remember the day I met you, The day God made you mine.

I remember the night I lost you, And will until the end of time.

I lost my life’s companion, My husband and my best friend, And when the Lord will call me, When my life is through, I pray that God will take my hand, And lead me straight to you.

Mom and Nana You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, a time to care, Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today.

Loving and missing you always Your loving wife Margaret, sister Peg, nieces and nephews.

Sadly missed by your loving husband John, daughters, and granddaughters Claire and Ciara.

We sat beside your bedside, Our hearts were crushed and sore, We did our duty to the end, ‘Til we could do not more.

Anniversary Mass is on Saturday 21st December at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral

In tears we watched you sinking, We watched you fade away, And though our hearts were breaking, We knew you could not stay.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

You left behind some aching hearts, That loved you most sincere, We never shall and never will, Forget you Father dear.

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

Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer.

M.C.

Loved and always missed by sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces, nephews.

Anniversary mass is on Sunday 29th December in Shrone Church.

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3RD ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

MURPHY

O’CONNOR

MOYNIHAN

In loving memory of Nancy Moynihan (Nee O’Connor) Shinnagh, Rathmore, Co. Kerry Who passed away on December 28th 2018 As we lovingly remember Nancy on her first anniversary, Sean, Maria, Donal, Brendan together with their families wish to express their grateful thanks and appreciation for the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us following the sad and sudden loss of our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Our sincere thanks to our extended family, neighbours, colleagues & friends, and all who called to our home.

Especially those who travelled long distances, to say final goodbyes to Nancy over the time of her wake. To all who attended her removal, mass and burial and supported us for her final goodbye, your support, kindness & companionship will never be forgotten.

O’CONNOR

In loving memory of Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Murphy Who died on 22nd December 2016, Late of 7 Monastery Gardens, Killarney and Dublin.

There’s a little place within my heart, That’s with me every day, A place where all my memories, Are safely tucked away, It is the perfect place for me, At special times we go, For words alone could not explain, How much I miss you so.

Very sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your loving daughter Karen and son-in-law Seamus.

Anniversary Mass on Monday 23rd December in St.Mary’s Cathedral at 6.15pm.

23RD ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

The family would like to acknowledge with thanks the care delivered to Nancy by her home carers, G.P.’s, Public Health team and the Staff of Mallow General Hospital.

Many thanks to Fr. Pat O’Donnell for his warmth & guidance shown especially to our late father Jeremiah at such a difficult and distressing time & for celebrating such a beautiful funeral Mass and to Joan Collins & Shelia McSweeney for their wonderful music.

Thanks to O’Keeffe Undertakers for their advice and professionalism and to the gravedigger for preparing Nancy’s final resting place. Thanks also to the staff of Bob’s Ballydesmond for their hospitality after her burial in Knocknagree.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of The Moynihan family’s appreciation.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Nancy’s Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday 28th December at 6pm in St. Joseph’s Church, Rathmore.

2ND ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

In loving memory of Patrick J. O’Connor Who passed away on 31st December 2017 Dad, We did not know that morning What sadness the day would bring You were gone before we knew it And we could not do a thing We did not see you close your eyes Or hear your last sigh We were not there to hold your hand Or say a last goodbye It broke our hearts to lose you Your parting caused such pain, Thank you for the years we’ve shared, Until we meet again.

Loved and missed every day by Aisling, Cormac and Molly.

Husband, My heart has been left broken, Since the day you had to go, And the memories I treasured dearly Are in the tears that still flow You’re in my thoughts every day And that’s how it will always be For you may be up in heaven now But you’ll always be with me.

In loving memory of Timothy Patrick O’Donoghue Late of Gortdromakerrie, Muckross, Who passed away on 27th December 1996.

Santa, do you know where heaven is, Maybe your reindeers know the way, For we have a special present, We need delivered on Christmas Day, For Christmas is a time for sharing, With those we hold so dear, So take this gift with all our love, For a loved one no longer here, It’s wrapped up in all our memories, We once shared from our past, The ribbons and bows, Are all of our dreams and love, It’s such a special parcel, Please Santa don’t delay, We would like to be in heaven, In time for Christmas Day.

Always loved remembered and sadly missed by your wife Mary.

Nothing on earth can ever replace, The sound of your voice or the smile on your face, No verse, no flower, no tears can say, How much we miss you every day.

Sadly missed by sisters Sheila O’Connor and Mary Buckley.

7TH ANNIVERSARY MONGAN

Lovingly remembered by your wife Anne, your children and grandchildren.

In loving memory of Patrick J. O’Connor Who passed away on 31st December 2017 On Pat’s second anniversary his wife Mary, children Aisling, Cormac and Molly, sisters Sheila and Mary and nephews Gerard and John, and extended family, wish to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all those who sympathised with us following our very sad loss.

We appreciate all who travelled long distances, all those who attended the wake at his family home, removal, funeral mass and burial as well as those who sent condolences through mass cards, letters and phone calls.

The family would like to acknowledge with thanks the immense support of our very good neighbours, friends and extended community, who provided refreshments and facilitated Pat’s removal, we are forever grateful to them.

Thanks to O’Shea’s Funeral Home for their sensitive and very professional advice and handling of all the funeral arrangements.

A special word of thanks to the emergency services including the ambulance staff and the Gardaí.

Sincere thanks to Fr. Larry Kelly, Fr. Eamonn Mulvhill, Fr. Seamus Kelly, Fr. Tom Looney, Fr. Courtney, Fr. Jim Lenihan and Fr Peter O’Connell who concelebrated the funeral mass, and to everyone who helped during the mass. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of the O’Connor family’s appreciation.

The Holy Sacrifice of the mass has been offered for your intentions.

Second anniversary mass will take place in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin on Monday 30th December at 7:30 p.m.

10TH ANNIVERSARY MURPHY

1ST ANNIVERSARY MOYNIHAN

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR (NEE KENNEDY)

In loving memory of a dear sister Nancy Moynihan The Bungalow, Shinnagh, Rathmore Whose 1st Anniversary occurs on 28th December 2019.

On a quiet December morning, You heard the angels call, You took the hand of Jesus, And quietly left us all.

Loved and remembered by Eileen, Patie and family.

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

In loving memory of Mary O’Connor (nee Kennedy), Late of “The MIlls” Firies, Killarney, Who died on the 22nd December 2015 Somewhere beyond the sunset, Where loved ones never die, You sleep in a beautiful garden, Beneath the golden sky.

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

Always loved and remembered by her husband Owen and family.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday the 28th December at 7.30pm in Firies Church.

In loving memory of John Mongan Late of Tralee Road, Killarney Who died on the 22nd of December 2012.

A silent thought, a secret tear, Always wishing our John was here, Life goes on we know it’s true, But that doesn’t stop us missing you.

Even though we know you’re in heaven, Watching us every day, We wish we could just tell you, Our hearts are full of memories, With pride we speak your name, Though life goes on without you, It will never be the same.

If our memories bring us closer, Then we are never far apart, For you are always with us, In our thoughts and in our hearts, Time changes many things, One thing that time can’t change, Are the memories of those happy days, When we were all together, God why you took our John, We just don’t understand, For every day without him, Has filled our hearts with sadness.

From your loving Dad, Mom and your sister Regina and your son John.

In loving memory of Tom Murphy 9 St. Brendan’s Tce., Killarney Who died on December 31st 2009.

Those special days will not return, When we were all together, But fond memories within our hearts, Will stay with us forever.

Always remembered by your loving family.

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

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

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

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in memoriam 82 IN MEMORIAM 2ND ANNIVERSARY O’LEARY

TO PLACE AN ANNIVERSARY NOTICE CONTACT US ON: T: 064-6632215 or E: info@killarneyadvertiser.ie

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY

4TH ANNIVERSARY

4TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

O’SULLIVAN

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

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

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

Gone from us that smiling face, The cheerful pleasant ways, The heart that won so many friends In bygone, happy days.

O’RAHILLY

In loving memory of Jerry O’Leary 4 Emmett’s Terrace, Lewis Road Killarney. Co. Kerry Who died 26th of December 2017 RIP We will always have memories to cherish and to hold of a wonderful Dad, More precious than gold, You always had a smile to share, a laugh, a joke, a time to care, A wonderful nature, warm and true, These are loving memories of you.

Sadly missed by your daughter Sheila, son-in-law, Robbie and Grandson Emmet.

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’LEARY

In loving memory of Jeremiah (Jerry) O’Leary, No. 4 Emmett’s Terrace, Lewis Road, Who died on the 26th of December 2017 Dad You were my true friend who I could turn to, When times were good or bad, One of the great blessings is that I could call you my Dad, The happy hours we once enjoyed. How sweet their memory still, But death has left a vacant space, This world can never fill.

Missing you terribly.

Your loving daughter Ann & son-inlaw Billy, your grandson Sean and wife Gerardine, and great-grandson Sean Og.

In loving memory of Bridie O’Rahilly Late of Gortroe, Fossa, Killarney Who died on the 26th December 2018 On the first anniversary of Bridie’s passing we would like to express our sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us on our sad loss.

A special word of thanks to everyone who cared for Bridie, especially Dr Patricia Mangan, Dr Curran, nurses and home help.

We would especially like to thank Fr Tom Looney for his beautiful celebration of her funeral mass.

Many thanks to O’Shea’s funeral directors for their professionalism, guidance and kindness, and also O’Sullivan’s Chemist, New Street.

Sincere thanks to everyone who sent Mass Cards and Messages of Condolence.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

God called your name so softly, That only you could hear, And no one heard the footsteps, Of angels drawing near.

The Golden Gates stood open, God saw you needed rest, His garden must be beautiful, He only takes the best.

Remembered with love by your daughter Rena, son-in-law Neily, grandchildren Ross, Ciara and Laura.

Bridie’s first anniversary mass is on Saturday 28th December 2019 at 7:30pm in the Prince of Peace Church, Fossa.

We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, All we have are memories and your picture in a frame Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part God has you in His keeping, We have you in our hearts.

Always loved and remembered by your son Tom, daughter-in-law Mary, grandsons Christopher, Stephen, Mark and Jason, their partners and greatgrandchildren Arran and Clara x

O’RAHILLY

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

O’SULLIVAN

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

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

Our lives go on without you, But nothing is the same, We have to hide our heartache, When someone speaks your name.

Sad are the hearts that love you, Silent are the tears that fall, Living without you, Is the hardest part of all.

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

6TH ANNIVERSARY SOMERS

O’LEARY

Always remembered by your daughter-in-law Juliann and grandson Tomás.

4TH ANNIVERSARY

1ST ANNIVERSARY 2ND ANNIVERSARY

A life made beautiful by kindly deeds, A helping hand for others needs, To a beautiful life, Comes a happy end, She died as she lived, Everyone’s friend.

It doesn’t take a special day, To bring you to mind, For days without a thought of you, Are very hard to find.

You always tried to do your best, Your heart was true and tender, You simply lived for those you loved, And those you loved remember.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your son Richard.

Our Mother Who gave us the best of her life, Who cherished our secrets, Our sorrows our strife, Who thought us to love, Who thought us to pray, Our mother in heaven, God bless her today.

Always remembered by your daughters, Julie & Carmel, sons-in-law Patrick & Jim and grandaughter Julia.

In loving memory of Bridie O’Rahilly Late of Gortroe, Fossa, Killarney Who died on 26th December 2018 In loving memory of Jeremiah (Jerry) O’Leary, No. 4 Emmett’s Terrace, Lewis Road, Who died on the 26th of December 2017 He never looked for praises, He was never one to boast, He just went on quietly working, For the ones he loved the most.

His dreams were seldom spoken, His wants were very few, And most of the time his worries went unspoken too.

He was there a firm foundation through, all our storms of life, A sturdy hand to hold on to, In times of stress and strife.

A true friend we cold turn to, When times were good or bad, One of our greatest blessings, The man that we called Dad. Always loved and sadly missed by your son Jerry, Grandson Jer, his wife Aurea and Great-grandson Lucas.

Mass will be Friday December 27th at 6.15pm in St. Marys Cathedral.

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

Always loved and forever remembered

by Eileen, Damien, Shirley and Brid.

NOVENA TO ST. JUDE O Holy St. Jude, apostle and martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ. Faithful intercessor of all who invoke you, special patron in times of need, to you I have recourse humble beg you to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me now in my present and urgent need and grant my earnest petition (state petition). In return I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked. St. Jude pray for us and all that invoke you. Amen. State three Our Father’s, three Hail Mary’s and three Gloria’s. This Novena must be said for nine consecutive days and publication must be promised. M.R.W.

In loving memory of Marian Somers Late of 31 Deerpark Crescent, Killarney Who died on 19th of December 2013.

The moment that you left My heart broke in two, One side filled with memories, The other died with you.

No one knows the heartache, That lies behind my smile, But you my precious Mother, My guardian Angel in the sky.

Our bond will remain strong forever, And no matter what the future brings or what may lie ahead, I know that I can talk to you, And that you’re walking beside me along the path I tread.

Safely tucked within my heart, Your light will always shine, A glowing ember never stilled, Throughout the end of time.

Our memories are our keepsake, A bit of you that’s left behind.

Always remembered, never forgotten.

Miss you so very much, love always, your family x

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. E.C.

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.

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1ST ANNIVERSARY

1ST ANNIVERSARY

9TH ANNIVERSARY

SHEEHY

SHEEHY

RANDLES

Lovingly remembering David Sheehy Late of Carraigeen, Headford and Rockfield, Faha, Killarney Who died in Sydney, Australia on 22nd December 2018

In loving memory of David Sheehy Late of Carrigeen, Headford, Killarney, Who died on 22nd December 2018.

In loving memory of Con Randles, Muckross Road, Killarney Who died on 17th of December 2010.

Death leaves heartache No one can heal, Memories are treasures No one can steal.

When you lose someone special, The hurt is hard to hide, When it is your husband, The hurt goes deep inside.

Some may forget you Now that you are gone, But we will remember No matter how long.

The day that we were married, They told us we were one, But they never told us what to do, When half of one is gone.

You will always stay loved and remembered, In every way, No tears, no verse, can ever say How much we miss you every day.

What do you do with half a heart, Now the other half is not there, You were the other half of me, A life linked to my own, What do I do with half a life, Now that I am on my own.

SHEEHY

Lovingly remembering David Sheehy Late of Carraigeen, Headford and Rockfield, Faha, Killarney Who died in Sydney, Australia on 22nd December 2018 On David’s first anniversary, Eileen Fitzgerald and family would like to extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who sympathised with us, called to the house, and attended the rosary, removal, funeral mass and burial.

We would also like to thank those who travelled long distances to attend David’s funeral and to the many that sent floral tributes and mass cards. To all those, especially David’s friends who sent messages of support, we are truly grateful.

A special word of thanks to the staff of St Vincent’s Hospital, Kings Cross, Sydney, Australia for their care, kindness and respect to David during the final days of his life and for the support they gave me and my niece while we were in Australia. I would also like to express my appreciation to David’s friends in Australia, especially Shelley O Connor, Pádraig O’Leary and Dan O’Sullivan for their support whilst we were in Sydney.

I would like to thank Father Kevin O’Sullivan for all his help at an extremely difficult time and for the beautiful celebration of mass. To everyone who participated in the ceremony, especially the choir and everyone who helped so willingly in handling the arrangements.

A special word of thanks to Father Gerard Moran, who gave his time so willingly, to be at David’s bedside in Sydney to say mass.

To O’Shea’s Funeral Directors for their sensitive guidance and management of the funeral.

A special thanks to Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust (KBRT) who organised David’s final journey home, we will be forever grateful for their help. Also, to all those who donated to the KBRT, through to the GoFundMe page that was set up to give back to the charity, we are very grateful for your generosity.

I’d like to thank our extended family, friends, neighbours, in-laws and work colleagues for their support and understanding for what has been the most difficult time in my life. To my friends and family for their continued support, I am eternally grateful.

Finally, to my niece Ciara de Mordha, thank you for accompanying me on what was the most difficult journey of my life. Having you by my side was a huge comfort & a tremendous support.

I would have loved to thank everyone individually, but that would be impossible. Please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deep gratitude to one and all.

Top to toe in tailbacks, Oh, I got red lights all around, I’m driving home for Christmas, yea, Get me feet on holy ground.

So I sing for you, Though you can’t hear me, When I get through, Oh and feel you near me, Driving my car.

Driving home for Christmas, Driving home for Christmas, With a thousand memories.

I loved you your whole life, I’ll miss you for the rest of mine.

Loved and always remembered from Mom. David’s First Anniversary Mass will take place in Listry Church on Saturday December 21st at 6:00pm.

All welcome.

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

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

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

1ST ANNIVERSARY SHEEHY

1ST ANNIVERSARY SHEEHY

In loving memory of David Sheehy Late of Carrigeen, Headford, Killarney, Who died on 22nd December 2018.

A special young person has gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.

Lovingly remembering David Sheehy Late of Carraigeen, Headford and Rockfield, Faha, Killarney Who died in Sydney, Australia on 22nd December 2018 Today is full of memories, Of a brother laid to rest, And every single one of them, Is filled with happiness.

Sadly missed and remembered forever, Paudie, Orla, Ellie Kate and John.

6TH & 31ST ANNIVERSARY

That’s why this special message, Is sent to heaven above, For the angels to take care of you, And give you all our love.

From your loving wife Lynda.

Somewhere beyond the sunset, Where loved ones never die, You sleep in a beautiful garden, Beneath a golden sky.

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

From your mother Kay and Bernadette, David, Susan, Rosaleen, Tom, Vincent, Mike, Helena and Aileen.

On a quiet morning, You heard the angels call, You took the hand of Jesus, And quietly left us all.

In a world full of people, We sometimes feel alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home.

From Tara, Rachel, Niamh, Luke, Lee, Ciara, Finn, Con, Sam, Conor and Harry.

O’SULLIVAN

13TH ANNIVERSARY

For you were someone special, Always such a joy to know, And there was so much pain, When it was time to let you go.

SHEEHAN (NEE KEATING) In loving memory of Eileen and Michael O’Sullivan Late of Ardshanavooly Killarney, Eileen who died on 20th December 2013 and Michael who died on 6th July 1988.

Loved and always remembered by Ellen and Brendy Dan.

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

In loving memory of our dearest Mother Mary Sheehan Late of 57 Marian Terrace, Killarney Who died on Christmas Eve 24th December, 2006.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

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

Don’t weep for me my friends When I am gone to rest.

Bring no flowers from a hot house For the wild ones I love best.

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

Bring me a garland of freedom flowers Growing wildly on the hills A delicate rest of primroses, a bunch of daffodils.

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

From the hedgerow as you pass pick me a slip of wild woodbine And from the woodlands that had my heart a bunch of bluebells fine.

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

Rest them on a nest of ferns of the finest green Then you have brought to me my friend, a garland for a Queen.

Always loved and remembered by Michelle, Denis and Grace.

Dearly loved and sadly missed by your sons, daughters, daughters-inlaw, sons-in-law, brothers and sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

SHEEHY

David’s First Anniversary Mass will take place in Listry Church on Saturday December 21st at 6:00pm.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

Always loved and missed so much by your Dad Clem, Máiréad, brothers Jack and Diarmuid and sister Joanna. xxxxx

In loving memory of David Sheehy, Carrigeen, Headford, Killarney 22/12/2018 On this 1st anniversary, Always in our hearts.

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

Remembered with love by John, Caitriona, John David, Tadhg and Sophia Sheehy.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 21st December at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

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in memoriam 84 IN MEMORIAM 4TH ANNIVERSARY WHITE

In loving memory of Margaret White, Late of Knockeenduve East, Who died on 2nd of January 2016.

Happy memories keep forever, Of days when we were all together.

They bring a smile and often a tear, And always a wish that you were still here.

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

Lord treasure them in your garden of rest, Because on earth she was one of the best.

Loved and always remembered by your loving daughter Patricia, son-in-law John, grandchildren and families of Angela, Julie and Denis.

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. D.N.

TO PLACE AN ANNIVERSARY NOTICE CONTACT US ON: T: 064-6632215 or E: info@killarneyadvertiser.ie

18TH & 3RD ANNIVERSARY

PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY

MAC MONAGLE

O Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me herein you are my mother.

O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after that the request will be granted and the prayer must be published. Thank you for favours received. M.R.W.

Treasured memories of our dear parents Donal and Bernie Mac Monagle Late of Ardshanavooly, Killarney Whose anniversaries occur at this time.

You left us beautiful memories Your love is still our guide, Although we cannot see you both, We know you’re at our side.

Lovingly missed by their children, Rosaleen, Kathleen, Louise, Don, Mary, Anne, Sean and Edel, extended family including in-laws, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

THANKSGIVING TO SAINT St. Jude come to my assistance in my need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven in all my necessities particularly (mention request) and that I may praise God with you and the elect throughout eternity. I promise you O Blessed Jude to be ever mindful of this great favour and I will never cease to honour you as my special and powerful patron and to do all in my powers to encourage devotion to you. Amen. Say for 3 days and publish immediately.

Favour granted after 3 days. X

6TH ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

2ND ANNIVERSARY KERRISK

PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY O Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me herein you are my mother.

O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after that the request will be granted and the prayer must be published. Thank you for favours received. Y.L.

Precious Memories of a wonderful Mother Bridie Kerrisk, late of Blackwater House, Lewis Road, Killarney, Who passed on 18th of December 2017.

We miss you from your fireside chair, Your loving smile and gentle air, Your vacant place no one can fill, We miss you Mam and always will.

Loved and always will be remembered.

Derry, Noel, Annette, Renee, Irene, Mary, Pauline and daughter-in-law Mairead and families.

Treasured memories of a loving husband, father and brother Denis O’Sullivan, Knocknaloman, Rathmore who died on December 29th 2013.

Time passes, memories stay, Quietly remembered everyday.

Always loved and remembered by your wife Margaret, daughters Aoife and Sineád, sons Donal and Andrew.

Anniversary Mass Friday 27th December at 7:30pm in St. Joseph’s Church, Rathmore.

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

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COMMUNITY NOTES Fossa Bridge Club RESULTS: December 12. Hampers Competition 2019. 1st Phyllis O’Regan and Marie Moloney, 2nd John O’Shea and Therese McCarthy O’Shea, 3rd Eileen Crehan and Joan Culloty, 4th Anne Looney and Maura G.Moynihan, 5th Angela McGrath and Rafal Jarosewski, 6th Ciaran Broadbery and Neilus O’Regan.

Congratulations and well done to all winners. Wishing all members and their families a very Happy Christmas and warmest wishes for the New Year.

Crusaders Bridge Club RESULTS: December 4. Christmas Hampers. 1st Anne Looney & Marie Moloney, 2nd Phyllis O'Regan & Ann O'Shea, 3rd Gary Leahy & Joan Culloty, 4th Mary Ryan & Mela Burke, 5th Marjorie Barton & Hazel O'Connell, 6th Pauline Lyne & Joan Linehan. December 11. 1st Gary Leahy & Joan Culloty, 2nd Anne Looney & Marie Moloney, 3rd Eileen Twomey & Mary Shanahan. Bridge resumes in the Brehon Hotel on Wednesday, January 8.

Wishing all our members and their families a very Happy Christmas and best wishes for 2020.

Killarney Musical Society XMAS: Season's Greetings to all from Killarney Musical Society. We held our last rehearsal for 2019 last Saturday and are looking forward to spending time with family and friends over the Christmas period. We have tickets on sale for our production of Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, being staged in the Gleneagle INEC Arena in February 2020, an ideal Christmas

present for all, and can be purchased by contacting Phil on 087 1342314 or Brid on 987 9933411. We wish you all a wonderful, joyful, peaceful Christmas and look forward to the New Year.

OFFICE would like to wish Happy Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you!

Office will be closed from on Monday, December 23 at 1pm and re-open on Thursday, January 2 at 9am.

Fossa/Two Mile CCÉ

Goal Mile

CHRISTMAS: We had a full house for our Christmas Ceilí on Sunday last. Thank you to all those who came along to dance, Ui Bhriain for the great music and to all those who helped out behind the scenes. Go raibh maith agat. Wishing all our members and supporters and a very Happy Christmas and a Peaceful New Year

RUN: The annual Goal Mile run and walk takes place again this Christmas Day at the Deenagh Lodge, Knockreer from 10am to 12.30pm. Run, jog or walk and give a donation. As last year all money raised will be split evenly between Goal and Pieta.

Kilcummin

MASS: Our annual staff mass for Killarney National Park will be held in Muckross Church at 12 noon on December 20.

All are welcome.

SAMARITANS: The annual Christmas Church Gate collection for the Samaritans will be taken up at masses on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. KILCUMMIN, FOLK, LAND AND LIBERTY: Now available from Kilcummin Post Office, Paddy O'Keeffe's, Eager's and O'Connor's Newsagents.

ADULT SET DANCING: Looking for something to do in the New Year with great fun, plenty exercise and making new friends then get your dancing shoes polished and come along to join John & Mary Moriarty’s class. Waltzing and jiving also catered for. Beginning January 14 in the GAA Clubhouse. Contact Mary 087 9620135/John 086 1579381.

KILCUMMIN COMHALTAS would like to wish all their members and their families a Happy Christmas and Happy New year!

KILCUMMIN RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Killarney National Park

Rathmore Gneeveguilla Community Games FUNDRAISER: We would like to extend a big thank you to the following adults and children, who helped to bag pack at our fundraiser last Saturday, in Tesco Killarney. Katrina Adare, Marianne Cronin, Nora McAuliffe, Sean McAuliffe, Oisin O’Leary, Tara O’Leary, Chloe O’Leary, Rosin Brosnan, Katelyn O’Leary, Caoimhe Guerin-Crowley, Mag Reen, Delia Foley, Mike Foley, Maria Foley, Grainne O’Leary, Abby O’Leary, Oisin Hurley, Cynthia Daly, Eilish Finnegan, Tadgh Jack O’Leary and Laurita O’Leary, Ann O’Leary and Geraldine O’Leary. Without these volunteers it would not have been possible to raise much needed funds for our area, which is of great benefit to all children involved in Community Games.

EXCITEMENT: Children from Maggie's Montessori were delighted to have a surprise Santy visit this week.

As it being an extra busy time of the year forall families, an extra thanks is extended this year to everyone that bag packed, organised the buckets, dropped their children off etc. A big thank you also to Tesco in Killarney for allocating a date for RGCG. Follow us on Facebook and Insatgram for current trials etc and dates of forthcoming events. May we also take this opportunity to wish all our families in the Rathmore Gneeveguilla area all the very best for Christmas and 2020. We look forward to another busy year ahead!

Spa Muckross Community Games INDOOR SOCCER: Time to dust off our boots and start getting ourselves ready for the indoor soccer competitions. The dates for the different age groups are as follows: Girls U10 February 1, Girls U13 February 15, Boys U13 February 23, Boys U10 March 1, Girls U10, U13 and boys U10 contact Maureen 087 2628766.

Boys U13 contact Adrian 087 6484764.

Training will begin in January.

January and February will be a busy time for Community Games. Please keep an eye on our Facebook page so that you don't miss out. Here is a list of the upcoming fixtures and the date for their county competition. Local competitions will be held where necessary. Badminton U15 Jan 11 (Contact Maureen 087 2628766). Details of the following coming soon: Recitation U12 U16 (Feb 8), Music U12 U16 (Feb 8), Singing U12 U16 (Feb 9), Hand writing U10 U12 (Feb 29), Art U8/10/12/14/16 (Feb 29), Swimming U8/10/12/14/16 (Feb 16).

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CHAMPIONS: Legion celebrate their historic six-point victory over Dr Crokes. Pic: Seán Kelly.

WORTH THE WAIT | By Adam Moynihan

Legion end 43-year drought with convincing victory over Crokes The Killarney Legion are champions of East Kerry for the first time since 1976 after a rousing 1-18 to 3-6 victory over their fiercest rivals, Dr Crokes, in the Fitzgerald Stadium on Sunday.

past seven years. When the final whistle finally blew, the relief was palpable as supporters flocked onto the field to congratulate their heroes.

One refrain was constant above the din: “Lads, it was a long time coming”.

A stunning start to the second half was key as the Legion doubled their half-time advantage from five to 10 and although a couple of late Crokes goals made things nervier than bainisteoir Stephen Stack would have liked, the men in green and white were more than good value for their historic win.

The club from Derreen have suffered a number of agonising defeats in recent times including no fewer than four East Kerry Championship finals in the

Legion were in electrifying form from the off and with Cian Gammell, Jack O’Neill and Darragh Lyne on top form and star player James O’Donoghue pulling the strings in the final third, they dominated proceedings from start to finish.

Stephen Stack’s side led by five, 0-9 to 0-4, at the break and an incredible opening seven minutes to the second half saw the underdogs increase their

ELECTRIFYING

advantage to double digits.

Dr Crokes battled hard to close the gap and defend their title but goals

by Mark O’Shea (two) and Johnny Buckley counted for little in the end as 1-4 from substitute Tom Moriarty propelled the Legion to a historic sixpoint win.

Speaking exclusively to the Killarney Advertiser, Man of the Match Kieran Slattery, who was named amongst the substitutes but started for Legion at half back, said it “means a lot” to the players to finally get over the line.

“It’s great to finish the year on a positive with some silverware to show for all our work,” he said. “Hopefully it’ll give us a platform to build on for next year and win a few more trophies.

“It’s also nice to see how happy it made all the people who taught us to play football from the time we started out as kids above in Derreen.”

Unfortunately for Dr Crokes, Sunday’s result caps a disappointing campaign which also saw them lose the All-Ireland Club final, the Club Championship final and the County Championship final. Remarkably, this will go down as the first season since 2003 that their senior footballers failed to bring a major trophy back to Lewis Road.

But this particular final was all about another talented group of Killarney footballers and for Legion on Sunday, the famous seanfhocail that tells us ‘an rud is annamh is iontach’ finally rang true.

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The famine is over but do Legion want a feast? | By Adam Moynihan

If one person said it to me in Linehan's on Sunday night, 20 did.

“I’m looking forward to the Advertiser on Friday.”

Unfortunately, since I started writing a couple of years ago, my clubmates have become accustomed to reading articles of mine that are dedicated to dissecting Legion’s defeats at the hands of the Crokes. After last Sunday’s long-awaited O’Donoghue Cup final win, this edition might be a bit more enjoyable for them.

From my own perspective, I obviously do my best to leave my allegiances at the door when I come to work but it can be tough to write about your own club getting beaten. These are fellas I’ve played and trained with, fellas I’d call my friends.

The last thing I need on a Monday morning is to be poring over another high profile loss.

I played a small bit last summer and

when I got injured I was a maor uisce for the County Championship quarter-final against Crokes. They absolutely hammered us. It was a really demoralising defeat for the lads and watching it up close and personal was a rough enough experience. And then I had to come into work the next day and write 700 words about it. Good craic.

But look, that’s part of the job.

This week really has been good craic, though. The final whistle was special but the highlight for me was arriving into Linehan's on Sunday evening and seeing so many familiar faces smiling from ear to ear.

I was so happy for the older stock, many of whom volunteered countless hours of

HAPPY DAYS: Legion forward Conor Keane and goalkeeper Brian Kelly with the Dr O'Donoghue Cup. Pic: Seán Kelly.

their time to coach the current players throughout their formative years. You could see it in their eyes how much it meant to them to finally get over the line.

The same goes for the club officers past and present and all the former players who never got to sample a victory like this one first hand.

But above all else, I was delighted for this current crop of players. To have suffered so many tough losses, particularly in finals, and to keep coming back for more shows incredible resilience and wherever your loyalties lie, you can’t help but admire a team that just refuses to give up.

After 25 lean years (43 at district level), the famine is over. The question now for Legion is, are they happy with a bite to eat or do they want to feast? In situations like this, the hunger can subside fairly quickly if you’re not careful. It’s very easy

to rest on your laurels and say, “we did it”.

Personally, I can’t see that happening with this Legion team, especially with a man like Stephen Stack at the helm. You could see by his reaction at the final whistle and his demeanour with his players that he has already bought into the club.

And, more importantly, the players have bought into him.

Of course, there’s no guaranteeing that Legion will go on to win more silverware. The competition in Kerry is fierce.

But the drive will be there and now that they’ve ended their unwanted streak of heart-breaking defeats in big finals, the belief should be there too.

Dr Crokes will have plenty to say about it, as will East Kerry and Austin Stacks and others, but Legion fans will be hoping for more good news stories in these pages in the months and years to come.

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SQUAD: The victorious Legion panel. Back: C McCarthy, P O'Connor, R Leen, Danny Sheahan, Donal Lyne, T Moriarty, D Twomey, F Murphy, S Keane, D O'Doherty, L O'Donoghue, Denis Sheahan, B Kelly, J O'Sullivan, J Lyne, Darragh Lyne, P Lucey and C Ó Cuív. Front: C Sheahan, J O'Neill, K Slattery, P O'Sullivan, P McCarthy, D Gleeson, C Gammell, B McGuire, D O'Sullivan, J O'Donoghue, C Keane and M Devlin. Pic: Seán Kelly.

Legion dominate Crokes to win first O’Donoghue Cup since 1976 Legion were crowned champions of East Kerry on Sunday when they defeated fellow town rivals Dr Crokes and their victory was more emphatic than the scoreline indicates. | By Eamonn Fitzgerald Fresh and eager for success after so many barren years, they dominated this game from the start in all departments and never surrendered supremacy throughout this eagerly awaited contest.

In contrast, the Crokes had to play second fiddle and with so much mileage on those legs over a the course of a glorious decade which brought them so much success at local, county and national level, they had to bow to a superior force on this occasion.

Legion won the crucial midfield battle, their defence was tenacious and sure in the tackle, and they had the players up front capable of running up a match-winning score.

Tony Brosnan and Micheál Burns, Dr Crokes’ usually high-scoring forwards, were well contained by two superb Legion defenders, Cian Gammell and Kieran Slattery. The latter started at wing back instead of Denis Sheahan and was a deserving winner of the Man of the Match award.

The writing was on the wall for Dr Crokes at half-time when they trailed by four points to nine and a splendid opening spell after the restart, which yielded Legion points from Jack O’Neill, Tom Moriarty, Conor Keane and chief playmaker James O’Donoghue, increased the winners’ lead to 10. The Crokes’ revival was expected, but never materialised.

It was a proud moment for captains Pádraig Lucey and Damien O’Sullivan to raise the cup which has eluded the

Legion since 1976. Legion were in the mood to celebrate, making up for what Lucey said were their many low days. He did not forget to remember two great Legion men who have departed this world, Weeshie Fogarty and young Niall McGillicuddy.

It was fitting that a daughter of Dr O’Donoghue was present with her sisters to present the coveted trophy. Dr O’Donoghue was a former player with the Legion and president of the East Kerry Board at the time of his untimely death on January 4, 1948 at the age of 47. The present competition is sponsored by the Aquila Club and Dr O’Donoghue’s family.

Congratulations to the Legion bainisteoir Stephen Stack, trainer/coach Pat Flanagan, selector Tomás Lyne and the essential backroom team. Disappointment for the Crokes, but they are coming off a decade of unequalled success.

EAST KERRY CHAMPIONSHIP: FINAL __________________________________________________________________________________

Killarney Legion

1-18 | Dr Crokes 3-6

FITZGERALD STADIUM tery; Shaun Keane, Jack O’Neill; Jamie O’Sullivan, James O’Donoghue, Billy McGuire; Conor Keane, Darragh Lyne and Peter McCarthy.

Subs: Tom Moriarty, Finbarr Murphy, Pádraig Lucey, Denis Sheahan and Darragh O’Doherty.

DR CROKES: Shane Murphy; John Payne, Mike Moloney, David Naughton; Cillian O’Regan, Gavin White, Brian Looney; Johnny Buckley, Daithí Casey; Micheál Burns, Michael Potts, Alan O’Sullivan; Tony Brosnan, Mark O’Shea and Kieran O’Leary.

Subs: Brian Fitzgerald, Chris Doncel and Michael Casey.

DECEMBER FINAL

The East Kerry Board realise that coming

up to Christmas is not the time for the final of your most prestigious competition and for next year the objective must be to get the final back to September, where it was thriving for so many years.

You have less chance of a red alert and postponement and the shorter season would be welcomed by players and those in charge of teams.

I wish to congratulate the board on the production of a splendid 32-page, full-colour programme. Great work done here by the production sub-committee and nice to see tributes paid to two outstanding GAA men, the late Johnny Batt Cronin and the late Dermot Moynihan, who served their clubs and the East Kerry Board with such loyalty and dedication when their playing days were over.

LEGION SCORERS: Tom Moriarty (14), James O’Donoghue (0-4, 1f), Conor Keane (0-4, 3f), Jack O’Neill (0-3), Jamie O’Sullivan (0-1), Darragh Lyne (0-1), Denis Sheahan (0-1).

DR CROKES SCORERS: Mark O’Shea (2-0), Johnny Buckley (1-0), Daithí Casey (0-2f), Shane Murphy (01f), Tony Brosnan (0-1f), Micheál Burns (0-1), Gavin White (0-1).

LEGION: Brian Kelly; Damien O’Sullivan, Pádraig O’Connor, Cian Gammell; Rob Leen, Jonathan Lyne, Kieran Slat-

TALISMAN: Legion's James O'Donoghue evades Dr Crokes defender David Naughton. Pic: Fitzgerald Stadium.

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Saturday marked the Scotts Lakers’ final home game of the calendar year and they signed off in style with a superb 19-point win over the Limerick Celtics.

NATIONAL LEAGUE: DIVISION 1 __________________________________________________________________________________

Scotts Lakers

125 | Limerick Celtics 106

KILLARNEY SPORTS CENTRE

| By Adam Moynihan Limerick were victorious in the reverse fixture on opening night but they encountered a much different outfit this time out as the Killarney club secured three crucial points in their quest to earn promotion to the Super League.

The result leaves the Lakers third in Division 1, just one win behind Fr Mathews with 10 games remaining. Leaders Ballincollig are still undefeated so it appears as though the Lakers and Mathews will be fighting it out for second, and a spot in the league final, in the New Year.

If Saturday’s performance is anything to go by, local basketball fans have every reason to be optimistic heading into 2020.

THREES

The Lakers flew out of the blocks against the Celtics and experienced shooting guard O’Neill drained three early threes to help establish an 11-2 lead. When Aaron Jackson got up for a spectacular dunk moments later, the Lakers were rolling.

Danish forward Tobias Christensen was a major factor throughout and he showed his versatility with three very different plays in a matter of seconds. First, he snuck inside for a lay-up, then he showed his defensive capabilities with a strong block at the other end, and finally he broke away on transition and lobbed an alley-oop that was acrobatically converted (with a lay-up) by Aaron Jackson. This opened up an imposing 17-2 lead and the Celtics were already on the ropes.

Spaniard Carlos Hortelano scored six straight points to settle the visitors’ nerves but another three by O’Neill, his fourth, kept the Lakers ticking over.

New American signing Xavier Talton replaced Jackson towards the end of the first and the home debutant quickly got to work, driving baseline and finishing to register his first points at the Auracle. Talton then forced a turnover and released Christensen for an easy basket and the Colorado native rounded off an impressive first few minutes on home court with a delicate teardrop that made it 29-15 in favour of St Paul’s.

O’Neill added another three, his fifth, to further extend the hosts’ lead but then

the Celtics’ American, Kevin Oberweiser, began to cause problems for the Lakers defence.

Oberweiser scored five straight points including a buzzer-beating three to round off the quarter and all of a sudden the deficit was cut to 11.

Christensen completed a three-point play to start the second, however, and with Séamus Brosnan also finding his shot, the Lakers’ lead never appeared to be in too much danger. Yet another Brian O’Neill three, his sixth, and two points at the horn by Brosnan (via a goaltend) pushed the lead out to 20 (68-48).

ATTACK: Séamus Brosnan of the Scotts Lakers in action against the Limerick Celtics on Saturday night. Pic: Eamonn Keogh.

OBERWEISER

O’Neill added a couple more from long range in the third and by that point there was no real possibility of a comeback, despite the best efforts of Oberweiser who was in outrageous form. All told, the Montana native dropped in 43 points.

Coach Shane McCarthy gave local youngsters Jamie O’Sullivan and Jack Corridan a chance to shine down the stretch and both acquitted themselves admirably.

In the end, the final score of 125 to 106 (the highest-scoring game of the season) didn’t flatter the Lakers one bit. Jackson, Christensen and O’Neill were the top performers but the hosts also got significant contributions from Mick McGinn, Brosnan, O’Sullivan and new point guard Xavier Talton, who showed flashes of excellence on his home debut.

Speaking to the Killarney Advertiser, Talton said he enjoyed his first game in Killarney.

“I thought the atmosphere of the gym was great with the support of the fans,” the former University of Colorado star said. “I was glad we were able to come away with the win in my first home game.

“We’re look forward to getting back to it and continuing the winning streak after the Christmas break.”

Next up for the Lakers is an away fixture against IT Carlow on December 28 and they’re back on home court on Saturday, January 4 when they welcome league leaders Ballincollig to Killarney.

LAKERS SCORERS: Jackson (26),

Christensen (25) and O’Neill (24).

INSIDE MAN: Danish forward Toby Christensen dropped in 25 points. Pic: Eamonn Keogh.

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Rampant Killarney hit Ennis for five MARTIN O’SULLIVAN CUP: SEMI-FINAL __________________________________________________________________________________

Killarney

29 | Killorglin 5

AGHADOE This semi-final was played in very cold and wintry conditions and the holders, Killarney Rugby Club, were in no mood to relinquish their crown.

Killarney started the game very strongly.

Shane McSweeney made an 80-metre break inside the first minute but he was held just up short of the line.

The hosts didn’t have to wait too long for that opening score which came via outstanding No. 8 David Howard and his try was duly converted by Paudie Sheahan.

It was all the home team in the first half and they quickly went over for another try though Shane McSweeney. The foundation for the Killarney win was laid by the dominance of the pack.

The third try was scored from a pushover thanks to superb control by Howard at the base of the scrum. Leading 19-0 at

half-time, it was clear that Killarney were hungry for more scores.

Ennis started the second half strongly and scored a try within five minutes of the restart. That second period was played in very difficult, windy conditions but Killarney still managed to put some expansive back play together and they responded very quickly. This time it was Mark Griffin who beat the cover to score in the corner.

With the win assured, Killarney out half Paul O’Sullivan put in a lovely chip ahead for Brian Lynch and the burly centre did the rest, scoring the closing try of the game under the posts. In the end, it was comprehensive 24-point victory for the home side.

The win sets them up for a cup final against local rivals Killorglin in Irish Independent Park, the date of which is yet to be confirmed.

Kerry Schoolboys/Girls League RESULTS: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 U13 GIRLS PREMIER

U13 BOYS DIVISION 1

Inter Kenmare 8-1 Iveragh United

Camp Juniors 4-0 Killarney Athletic

U13 GIRLS DIVISION 1

U14 BOYS PREMIER

Castleisland 7-0 Killarney Celtic Gold

Castleisland 3-2 Listowel Celtic

U15 GIRLS PREMIER

U14 BOYS DIVISION 1

Camp Juniors 2-0 Fenit

U13 BOYS INTER LEAGUE

Inter Kenmare 1-3 Mastergeeha Dingle Bay Rovers 1-1 Killorglin B Killarney Athletic 4-1 Killarney Celtic B

U15 BOYS INTER LEAGUE

Castleisland 3-2 Ballyhar Dynamos Mastergeeha 3-7 Park B

Kerry 3-0 West Cork Kerry 8-0 West Cork

U14 BOYS DIVISION 2

Kerry 1-3 Waterford

U12 BOYS PREMIER

U15 BOYS PREMIER

Killarney Athletic 2-0 Mastergeeha Park 3-2 Killarney Celtic Camp Juniors 4-3 MEK Galaxy

Iveragh United 4-3 Park

U16 BOYS DIVISION 1 (NORTH)

U12 BOYS DIVISION 1

Fenit 0-3 Ballyheigue Tralee Dynamos 4-1 LB Rovers

U12 BOYS DIVISION 2 (NORTH)

MEK Galaxy 4-0 Killorglin B Ballyhar 3-0 Inter Kenmare

Ballyhar Dynamos 1-5 Fenit Castleisland 0-3 Inter Kenmare

U16 BOYS DIVISION 2 (SOUTH)

Park 4-1 Fenit Mastergeeha 1-0 Camp Juniors

U12 BOYS DIVISION 2 (SOUTH)

Killarney Celtic B 3-0 Killorglin B Killarney Athletic B 3-0 Inter Kenmare MEK Galaxy B 1-3 Dingle Bay Rovers

Read all of your club’s latest news in our notes section on P93

Murphy’s and Heights to renew Ryder Cup rivalry Murphy’s Golf Society and Killarney Heights Golf Society will renew their famous old rivalry in their annual Ryder Cup match on January 4 at Mahony’s Point (weather permitting).

Last year in a tight finish Pat Carroll of Murphy’s secured the winning point when he two-putted for a par on the 18th in Killeen.

The defending champions will start as favourites this time out. Captain Chris Collins will be happy with some recent performances from two of his team members at Killarney Golf Club. Dermot O'Connor shot level par (43 points) at Mahony’s

to win the Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty Memorial and Brian O’Regan (Murphy’s Matchplay Champion) clinched the John C Cooper 36-hole stroke competition at Killeen.

The Heights’ manager Eugene O'Sullivan will have David McIndoe Snr (Golfer of the Year, Killarney Golf & Fishing Club) and John Cahill (President’s Prize prize-winner, Killarney Golf & Fishing Club) leading his side. Joining them will be Donal ‘Gap’ O’Sullivan who has performed well in club competitions in recent weeks.

It should be a tight match in this fourball format and once again it promises to be a great day of golf.

GALAXY: The MEK Galaxy U12s who took on Camp Juniors last weekend.

Girls Roll of Honour: Edel O’Donoghue and Amelia Kerins (Castleisland), Éabha Lyne and Orla Clifford (Camp Juniors), Naoise O’Donoghue (MEK Galaxy), Lucy Murphy and Sadhbh O’Donovan (Fenit) and Phoebe O’Shea and Martha O’Sullivan (Inter Kenmare).

VITHIT Kerry Schoolboys/Girls League

TEAM OF THE WEEK JJ O’DONOGHUE Killarney Celtic U12

EMMET SPILLANE Mastergeeha U14

ALIF NISSAN

Tralee Dynamos U16

DYLAN HARRINGTON Castleisland U13

DARA HARTY Fenit U12

Ballyhar Dynamos U12

JACK GREELEY

Dingle Bay Rovers U12

Park U14

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RYAN MCNAMARA

FLASHBACK: The Murphy's team who won the Ryder Cup in 1999.

FIONÁN GRIFFIN

Killarney Athletic U12

DONAGH SHINE O’SULLIVAN Iveragh United U12

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A Christmas message

from Adam Moynihan As the clock runs out on another year, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all of you, our readers, for your continued support throughout the past 12 months.

I consider myself blessed to have a job like this in a town like Killarney where so many people are consumed by sport. It’s a great privilege to be part of the discussion and one of my favourite aspects of the job is hearing all of your opinions (even the ones that contradict mine). I look forward to agreeing/ disagreeing with you all again in 2020.

Thank you to all the officers who send in news, results, notes and photos on a weekly basis. You are a credit to your clubs and your efforts do not go unnoticed.

If you would like to see more of your own sport of choice in the Killarney Advertiser, please do not hesitate to forward any updates to sport@killarneyadvertiser.ie. You can also reach me on Twitter @AdamMoynihan. Your input, as always, will be greatly appre-

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ciated.

I must also express my gratitude to our regular contributors Eamonn Fitzgerald, Seán Moriarty (also part of our news team) and Eamonn Keogh, as well as local photographers like Séamus Healy, Matt O’Neill, Mary McCarthy, Don MacMonagle, Seán Kelly and Tatyana McGough whose pictures frequently light up our sports section.

On a personal level, I’ve really enjoyed 2019. I’m delighted to report that we are currently experiencing a golden era for sports in Killarney and East Kerry, the likes of which has never been seen before.

Long may it continue.

Enjoy the holidays, Adam Moynihan Sports Editor

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Moriarty's Centra

Kingdom of Kerry Rally Championship Several Killarney drivers and co-drivers will collect prizes at the annual Moriarty’s Centra Kingdom of Kerry Rally Championship awards night on December 28.

Paul Nagle has been named as the county co-driving champion following wins on each day of the Rally of the Lakes and second overall on the Historic Rally,

alongside Craig Breen.

Alan Ring marked his first season competing in the Historic Championship by taking second overall in the driver’s championship with Aidan Buckley, from Rockfield, taking third.

Tara Duggan takes second overall in the co-driver’s standings after a great season alongside her brother Andrew in two different Escorts. There was a tie for third with both Nicky Burke and Ronald O’Riordan sharing the bronze medal.

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C ounty Championship category winners

Rathmore’s Donal O’Connor was named as the overall historic driver in the local championship – one of the very few drivers to contest all four rounds. There was another tie in the co-drivers’ league in this category with Pat Cashman and Tony McCarthy sharing the spoils.

Donagh Crowley is the county junior champion, the only driver to support the two rallies on which this category

was based. |

C o-driver classes

Tralee-based Kerry Motor Club will host a series of night classes early next year to explain the various roles and functions of a rally co-driver. The course will be given

by Mike Dowling and Fionn Foley, two of the county’s most-experienced competitors and it will run for six weeks. A starting date will be announced early in the New Year. The course is open to Killarney and District Motor Club members.

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IN PICTURES

Gavin White accepts the new jerseys on behalf of the Dr Crokes seniors.

The Beaufort U12 team.

GAA clubs get new SuperValu jerseys Ten local GAA clubs will be sporting new jerseys in the New Year thanks to a generous initiative by Daly’s SuperValu, Killarney.

For the past eight weeks, Daly’s customers received a voucher with every €30 spent and were encouraged to deposit it in their preferred club’s collection box behind the checkouts. Clubs who col-

lected 2,000 vouchers were presented with 25 brand new Azzurri jerseys.

When the vouchers were counted up, Dr Crokes, Glenflesk, Legion, Kilcummin, Rathmore, Gneeveguilla, Spa, Beaufort, Firies and Fossa were announced as the lucky recipients. Each successful club were given the opportunity to select the age category that needed new jerseys.

The Fossa senior ladies.

The Rathmore U14s.

The Gneeveguilla U14s.

The Killarney Legion minors.

The Kilcummin minors.

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Killarney Athletic RESULTS: U14 Prem - Athletic 2 Killorglin 1 (Oisín Lynch, Dara Kingston).

U12 Prem - Athletic 2 Mastergeeha 0 (Szymon Jasinski, Gracjan Pawlak).

U12 Div 1 - Athletic 3 Inter Kenmare 0 (Robbie Casey x3). Youths - Athletic 3 Mastergeeha 2 (Matt Fleming, Damo Switzer, Jack Cooper). U14 Div 1 - Athletic 4 Killarney Celtic 1 (Rohan Saha x2, Keelan Veerasoo x2).

Killarney Celtic RESULTS: Munster Youths Cup - Celtic 7 Castleisland 1 (Evan Looney x3, Terry Sparling x3, James Darmody). U16 Prem - Killorglin 2 Celtic 1 (Adrian Casey). U14 Div 1 - Killarney Athletic B 4 Killarney Celtic B 1. U12 Prem Park 3 Celtic 2 (JJ O Donoghue x2).

PARTY: Killarney Celtic held their Christmas party at the Killarney Avenue Hotel recently with the following awards presented. Senior A Player of the Year - Danny Roche. Senior B Player of the Year - Ryan Kelliher. Youths Player of the Year - Ryan Kelliher. Club Person of the Year - Thomas McCarthy.

A presentation was also made to Club Secretary Helen Clancy in recognition of her work.

Lotto: Next jackpot €12,800.

XMAS: Killarney Celtic would like to wish all our players, coaches, sponsors, volunteers and supporters a peaceful Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Mastergeeha RESULTS: U12 Prem - Killarney Athletic 2 Mastergeeha 0. U12 Div 2 - Mastergeeha 1 Camp Juniors 0. U14 Div 1 - Inter Kenmare 1 Mastergeeha 3. U14 Div 2 - Mastergeeha 3 St. Brendan’s Park 7. U18 - Killarney Athletic 3 Mastergeeha 2.

CHRISTMAS BINGO: Our monthly bingo is on again in the Recreational Hall in Kilcummin on December 30. A great evening is anticipated where everyone is welcome to join us. Doors open at 7.30pm.

ACADEMY: Our underage boys and girls (U5–U9) will resume academy training again on January 11. Special thanks to the parents/families for their great support on the day. It means a lot to all teams.

LOTTO: Next draw Friday, December 20. Jackpot €16,000.

MEK Galaxy RESULTS: U12 Prem - Camp Juniors 4 MEK Galaxy 3 (Kevin Coffey x2, Danny Murphy). U12 B – Dingle 1 MEK Galaxy 1 (Naoise O’Donoghue). Senior Premier A - Fenit Samphires 3 MEK Galaxy 3 (John Foley, Conor Murphy, Tadhg Fleming). U16 - MEK Galaxy 4 Killorglin 0 (Shane Evans, Xisco, Liam Roche, Kevin Harant).

TOTW: Congrats to Fionn Griffin on making the Team of the Week and to Naoise O’Donoghue who made this week’s Girls Roll of Honour. Very well done to Fionn and Naoise.

GOLF

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Men’s) RESULTS: On December 15 the Men’s Club held a Scotch foursomes on Mahony's Point. Handicap allowance was half the combined with a minimum of 6 tee shots per player. It was a reduced field due to tough weather conditions and special thanks must go to Enda Murphy and his green-keeping staff for having the course in such great shape this late into winter. 1st Donie MacSweeney (16) & Alan MacSweeney (4) 43 pts (10). 2nd Michael Maher (4) & Colm O'Shea(11) 43 pts (8).

Ross Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: On December 15 we held our Christmas 12-hole Mixed Scramble and End of Year Prizegiving & Party, which was very well supported and very enjoyable. The scramble winners were: 1st Maurice Coffey, Ken Grieve, Seamus McCarthy. 2nd Tony Lenihan, John Ivory, Donie Broderick. 3rd Michael J Casey, Bridie Doyle, Michael O'Leary.

The prizes for the Christmas Hampers, Keanes Jewellers Medal Competition and the Golfer of the Year were presented. Christmas Hampers - Jim Morris. Keanes Jewellers Medal Competition - Tony Lenihan. Golfer of the Year - John Cushkelly. We wish to offer our thanks to Megan and the Killarney Race Co for hosting our Christmas Party and for their support in facilitating us during the year. Best of luck to the incoming Ladies and Gents Captains for 2020, Mary Gorman and Seamus McCarthy respectively.

FIXTURES: On Sunday, December 22 we will hold a two man champagne Scramble with a shotgun start at 10am.

Please put your name on the entry sheet on the noticeboard or be there at 9.30am. The draw for partners will be at 9.45am.

BASKETBALL

Gneeveguilla Basketball Club SHARE THE BUCKET: In association with Gneeveguilla Community Development Council. Well done to Damien Murphywho won the jackpot of €210.

Please support this valuable fundraiser at local businesses or online at member.clubforce.com/tickets. Best of luck to all our teams and coaches in action this coming week.

Killarney Cougars RESULT: Senior Men’s Div 1 - Killarney Cougars 72 St Paul’s 67.

JUVENILE: All juvenile teams will take

a break from training and fixtures until January 3.

ACADEMY: The Cougars Academy girls continued their busy schedule and their good form with a visit to the Killarney Sports & Leisure centre to complete their seventh game of the season versus St Paul’s. A good performance concluded their fixtures until the New Year. Academy training concluded on Friday last and resumes in January after the school Christmas holidays.

XMAS: We wish all our supporters, sponsors, members and their families a happy and peaceful Christmas and a Happy New Year.

NEWS: Further details on training schedules and fixtures, go to our website www.killarneycougars.com or follow us on Facebook.

ROWING

Muckross Rowing Club HAPPY CHRISTMAS: Wishing all our members, past and present, their families, supporters and friends a very Happy Christmas and Peaceful New Year. Coaches will be in contact with rowers regarding training times over the holiday period. Nollaig shonasach agus ath-bhliain shuaimhneach.

RACE NIGHT: The club is gearing up for our festive fundraiser Race Night on Saturday next, December 28 at Major Colgan’s bar, Muckross Park Hotel. As we continue to invest in equipment and facilities to meet the needs of our growing membership, the Race Night will be an important fundraiser for the club. While our programme has gone to print in advance of Christmas, there are still various ways to support the event. On the night, all are welcome to join the fun. Entry is free and you may wish to place a bet for a chance to win real cash prizes. Rumour has it a number of top horses may also be up for sale on the night! There will also be a bumper raffle with great spot prizes. A great night of craic and entertainment is guaranteed, don’t miss it!

Fossa Rowing Club COLLECTION: Annual Church Gate collection takes place this Saturday and Sunday. Happy Christmas and best wishes for 2020 to all members and Supporters.

Flesk Valley Rowing Club AGM: Last Monday the Flesk Valley AGM was held at the Killarney Oaks Hotel. Chairman John Fleming welcomed everyone and thanked fellow officers of the club for all their hard work throughout the year. Also a number of Vice Presidents were elected to honour their, long standing commitment to the club, namely John Hegarty, Ritchie Leane, Denis Carroll, Seamus O’Neill and Pat O’Donoghue.

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The committee for the coming year has remained unchanged, Chairman John Fleming, Assistant Chairman Nicola O’Donoghue, Secretary Paul Burke, Treasurer Colm O’Sullivan, PRO Karol Kelly, Club Captain Sean O’Connell.

Roisin Wall was appointed Underage Captain.

CHURCH GATE: The club's annual church gate collection is taking place this weekend December 21/22. Your support is greatly appreciated. All club members who are available to collect should contact committee members and let them know of your availability.

XMAS: Flesk Valley would like to wish all our members and supporters a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thanking you for all your help and support throughout the year, which is greatly appreciated. We look forward to you continued support in the coming year.

OTHER SPORTS

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club LOTTO: Next week’s jackpot is €8,200 plus €1,000 bonus.

CHRISTMAS HAMPER: Tim Fitzgerald, Kiskeam was the winner of our Christmas Hamper. Draw for our 4th and final hamper will be on Friday, December 20.

Killarney Rugby MINIS: Our Minis has another wonderful Killarney RFC Minis Christmas Party last Sunday morning at The Killarney Avenue Hotel. Thanks to our special guests Santa and Our mascot Arnie for making this party so special for our little ones! Thanks to all the children and families who came along and to Denis McCarthy and all at the Killarney Avenue for looking after us as always.

Thanks also to Aaron Jones for providing the finger food and to our coordinator Liam Murphy for organising the day. Next weekend our minis are away to Tralee RFC for matches (weather willing) and then we enjoy the Christmas break.

HEDGE PLANTING: We held a very successful hedge and tree planting session following mini rugby Saturday morning last. Thanks so much to everyone who came out and helped out including Mayor of Killarney Niall Kelleher for joining in and overseeing proceedings.

It was wonderful to see so many from right across the club helping out. Well done everyone and thanks a million Mary McCarthy for the lovely photos!

HAPPY CHRISTMAS: The club would like to wish all our players, coaches, families, members, sponsors and supporters a very happy Christmas and all the best for the new year. Another busy year for KRFC comes to a close and next year promises to be even busier. Here’s to a bright New Year in 2020.

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SPORT

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club SUNDAY DRAWS: Two Ball Scramble.

Nett: Noel Moynihan & Aidan O’Keeffe 36½. Gross: Noel Moynihan & Robbie O’Brien Snr 46. Same again this Sunday at 9.15am & 11.15am.

U16 CHRISTMAS COMPETITION: We had a dry afternoon last Saturday thankfully which allowed us to play this event sponsored by Jason O’Connor.

We were delighted to have Listowel members play alongside our own U16s and we must thank Helena Martin for organising the party afterwards where there were a number of presentations made as well. Thanks also to Kieran Fitzpatrick and Gearóid Cronin for running the competition. Results (Three Ball Scramble): First Nett: Jack O’Sullivan, Fintan Martin & Dara Moynihan 38 1/3, Gross: Brian McCarthy, Nathan Cronin & Trevin Chute (Listowel) 46, Second Nett: David O’Sullivan & Ryan McCarthy 40. Non-Prize-winner Draw: Jake Shine (Listowel).

DANNY NOLAN MEMORIAL: Scheduled for St Stephens Day morning at 10am. Format - Three Ball Scramble over 18 holes. Instead of an entry fee we are asking everyone to bring a nominal prize this year instead.

MERRY CHRISTMAS & s Happy New Year to club members, sponsors and all associated with the club. Best wishes to everyone heading into the new decade.

Killarney Badminton Club COUNTY LEAGUE RESULTS: Well done to the Div 3 ladies team who beat Kingdom 6-1 last Monday in a home game (Team: Suzanne Smith, Jeab Workman, Siobhan O’Donoghue and Fiona Galvin). Hard luck to the Div 3 men’s team who lost to Listowel in what was a very close battle that came down to "aces". The Div 2 mixed team were defeated by Kingdom Castleisland in an away game 4-3. (Team: Sinead Galvin, Caghal O’Donovan, Paudí Horan, Evan Hassett, Sam Hayes and Jennifer Keane).

CLUB NOTES: The club will close on December 20 and will reopen on January 6.

Killarney Judo XMAS: With 2020 coming to a close, we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Thank you to everyone who has supported the club over the years. This year, Cora Joy, Jack Hanrahan, Jamie O'Donoghue and Mairead Bennett who have been training with us since childhood all earned their Black Belts.

Everyone worked really hard and this is the most Black Belts produced within a year for us. Our children's classes continued to improve. For our competitive kids, we launched an advanced class to help develop their skills which. We've competed in numerous events such as the Galway Open, Munster Open and

20.12.2019 recently the All Ireland's where they performed spectacularly. Additionally, we are lucky to have such fantastic volunteer coaches. Alan Horgan, Aidan Forde, Cora Joy and Mairead Bennett just completed a Level 1 Coaching Course with Sport Ireland in November. While Tim Kelly is completing his Level 2. We are also lucky to have Jennifer Fitzgerald who is helping to assist our children's class every Thursday.

Lastly, thank you to all the parents and players who have supported us over the years. Here's to an even better 2020!

GAA

Killarney Legion RESULT: Dr O’Donoghue Cup Final Killarney Legion 1-18 Dr Crokes 3-6.

U14 GIRLS: Well done to U14 girls Andrea and Lauren who lined out for Kerry in a challenge game v Waterford.

SPONSORSHIP: A big thank you to Denis Tucker and all at Daly’s SuperValu Killarney for the continued support and sponsorship of a new set of jerseys for our minor team.

Dr Crokes RESULT: Dr O’Donoghue Cup Final Killarney Legion 1-18 Dr Crokes 3-6.

SANTA is coming to Crokes clubhouse this Friday evening for our juvenile Christmas party from 6pm to 7.30pm.

SCÓR: Kerry finals of Scór na nÓg were held in Glenbeigh. First up were the quiz team of Teddy, Ben, Eoghan and Daire. Well done on their participation for the club. Congratulations to Liam Randles on winning the Kerry Final of Scór na nÓg Solo Singing competition.

BINGO: The Dr Crokes Club Bingo has commenced and will be on every Sunday night in St Mary's Parish Hall at 8.30pm. There will be 10 games plus a jackpot along with a raffle for three hampers from here until Christmas.

Everybody is welcome, doors open at 7.30pm. Patrons are asked to park in car parks near the venue and to respect the rights of residents nearby.

LOTTO: Next draw Sunday, December 22 in Tatler Jack. Jackpot €6,200.

Three €50 Christmas vouchers also drawn.

Spa CLUB AGM was held last Saturday.

The following officers were elected for 2020Chairperson: Michael Cronin; Vice-Chairperson: Conor Gleeson; Secretary: Patrick O'Regan; Asst Secretary: TBC; Treasurer: Margaruite Brosnan; Asst Treasurer: Andrew Garnett; PRO: Deirdre O'Sullivan Darcy; Child Welfare Officer: Anne Holland; Health & Wellbeing Officer: Margaret Doyle; Co Board Delegate: Cait Darcy; EK Board Delegates: Seamus Clifford

& John O'Donoghue; Scór Officer: Eileen Aherne; Registrars: Ger Mangan & Sean O'Sullivan; Coiste na nÓg Chairperson: Seamus Moynihan TORC 6s: Indoor soccer xmas tournament. Dec 28th & 29th. Contact 087 1496951/086 3477784 for details.

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Subscribe through our website spagaa.com.

A PAPAL BLESSING by Ray O’Sullivan is at the INEC on Jan 11. Tickets on sale through INEC 064 6671555.

CONGRATULATIONS to our Scór na nÓg Tráth na gCeist and Set Dancing teams & coaches who won their disciplines at the Co. Finals in Glenbeigh last Sunday. They both progress to the Munster Finals in Ovens on January 5.

LOTTO: Next draw in the Killarney Oaks. Jackpot €8,600.

MEETING ROOMS and Sports Hall available for hire. For enquiries contact Eileen on 087 6577312 (after 6pm only) or Ann on 087 9403508.

CLUB NOTES: Any items for club notes contact Deirdre at pro.spa.kerry@gaa. ie or 085 1216359 before 8pm Sundays.

Firies LOTTO: The draw for next weeks Jackpot of €4,500 plus spot prizes will take place in Sherwood’s Bar Farranfore on Friday, December 20. Get your lotto tickets from all the usual sellers, club officers, senior players or from the stand in Moriarty’s Centra, Farranfore.

Thank you all for your continued support.

EK COUNTY MEDAL PRESENTATION: (Co. Minor, Senior and U21) Friday, December 20 at 8pm. Killarney Heights.

Tickets €25. Anyone interested contact Dermot O’Connor.

Fossa VICE PRESIDENTS: At the Fossa AGM, two men who have given huge service to the club were elected as Vice Presidents: Brendan Lynch and Mick Myers.

They join Sean Myers, Tom Long, Mick Spillane, Mike Griffin, Seamus Weldon and JJ O’Connell as Vice Presidents of the club. Pat Sweeney is Club President.

SOCIAL: Fossa Gala social is fast approaching. It is been held in the Dromhall hotel on January 11. Tickets selling quickly, don’t be disappointed. Tickets available from any committee member.

LOTTO: Next week’s jackpot is €5,250.

Draw held in the Golden Nugget every Sunday night.

Beaufort LOTTO: Next lotto draw is Christmas draw in Galvin's on Sunday, December 22.

Jackpot €3,800 and extra prizes of

festive hampers and bottles.

FIXTURE: Mid Kerry Minor Final Beaufort v Laune Rangers (Sat at 1pm, Glenbeigh). Replay if required.

CHRISTMAS QUIZ: Beaufort GAA Club annual Christmas quiz will be held in Kate Kearney's Cottage, Mon, December 30. Start 7.45pm. Adult table of 4: €40. Juvenile table: €20. Raffle. Spot prizes. To book a table, please contact club officers or 087 9975737.

Listry RESULT: Fr Galvin Cup Final - Listry 2-9 Gneeveguilla 2-17.

SEASON GREETINGS: Listry GAA would like to wish all our members, coaches, volunteers and management a very Happy Christmas and prosperous New Year. We also like to thank our sponsors and fundraising committee for all their hard work throughout the year raising funds for upcoming projects within our club.

TRACTOR RUN: In memory of the late Richard Giles, a Darkness into Light memorial tractor run will take place on Sunday, January 7 in aid of Pieta house. Registration will take place 5-7am at Faha Court Bar and Restaurant, leaving at 7am. All modern and vintage tractors welcome. €20 registration fee. Any queries contact Robert Giles 086 3257513.

QUIZ NIGHT: Listry GAA are holding a quiz night on Saturday, December 28 at 8pm in Faha Court Bar and Restaurant. Table of 4: €40, spot prizes and raffles to be won on the night. All welcome.

LOTTO: Next draw Sunday, December 22. €2,750.

Kilcummin UPCOMING EVENTS: December 27 - Club Social and medals presentations in Killarney Avenue Hotel. Special Guest. Tickets €30. December 29 - 31 Card Drive in memory of Dermot Brady Moynihan in GAA Klub bar commencing at 4pm. January 4 - Pink Night Fundraiser in aid of Oncology Unit KUH run by Ladies committee.

HAMPERS: Two Christmas Hampers went to Paul O’Donoghue Inchicullane, Kilcummin and Ivor O’Sullivan Milleen, Kilcummin.

LOTTO: Next draw Sunday, December 29. Jackpot €10,450.

Mid Kerry LOTTO: Next lotto draw is Christmas draw in Galvin's on Sunday, December 22.

Jackpot €3,800 and extra prizes of festive hampers and bottles.

AGM: The Mid Kerry AGM will be held in Cromane on Monday, January 13 at 8.30pm. Nominations and motions have to be returned to the Secretary on or before Thursday, January 2.

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