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Race Night In Aid Of Loughquittane A RACE night will take place in aid of Loughquittane National School next Friday, April 28, in the Muckross Park Hotel.

The fun begins at 9pm and there will be no cover charge and entertainment on the night will be by Killorglin’s “O Happy Day Choir” under direction of Russ Browne. A great night out is guaranteed. Everyone welcome.

Skellig Michael Looks Out Of This World In New Trailer For Star Wars

Songs Of Praise As Friary Folk Group Celebrate Three Decades THE 11.30am Mass at the Franciscan Friary in Killarney has been home to their folk group for the last 30 years. Many people have come and gone over that time and indeed some faces have been there from the very beginning.

Over the weekend of May 13 and 14 as many former and current members will gather together at the Franciscan Friary, Killarney, to mark this milestone with a private mass on Saturday evening and the full contingent of 50 singers and musicians will perform at 11.30am mass on Sunday morning. A celebratory lunch is planned for Sunday afternoon.

“It’s a unique group that has, we hope, enhanced the 11.30am Mass at the Friary for 30 years,” said Elaine Burke who has been in the group from the very beginning.

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GET ready to see Skellig Michael and the Wild Atlantic Way go stellar! It’s the day that Star Wars fans everywhere have been waiting for – the hotly anticipated, first look ‘teaser’ trailer for the upcoming Star Wars – The Last Jedi has just been released and it features stunning footage of Skellig Michael our very own Wild Atlantic Way. The trailer was released in Orlando, Florida, at the 2017 edition of Star Wars Celebration, the annual fan convention described as the ‘ultimate fan experience’, which attracts Star Wars devotees from around the world.

Niall Gibbons, CEO of Tourism Ireland, said: “Star Wars: The Force Awakens broke box office records around the world in late 2015, bringing the magnificent scenery of Skellig Michael and the Wild Atlantic Way to the attention of millions of people everywhere. The fact that Episode VIII: The Last Jedi, due for release this December, was also shot on location along the Wild Atlantic Way is another fantastic coup for Irish tourism – and we’re absolutely delighted that the Wild Atlantic Way features so heavily in the first peek of the next episode.”

Skellig Michael’s appearance in the last instalment of Star Wars presented Tourism Ireland with a tru-

ly unique opportunity to highlight the Wild Atlantic Way to fans of the science fiction franchise around the world. And, the good news for Irish tourism is that this didn’t signal the end of the Star Wars journey here. The director of Episode VIII: The Last Jedi, Rian Johnson, returned to Skellig Michael with his cast in September 2015, picking up the story from the iconic moment in Episode VII, when Rey found Luke Skywalker on the stony steps of Skellig Michael. The location scouts were so taken with the Wild Atlantic Way that they came back for a second shoot in May 2016. Locations along the western seaboard were handpicked to represent the planet Ahch-to in Episode VIII – due to hit the big screen on December 15.

The Star Wars folks obviously enjoyed their time here.

In fact, when the Irish shoot wrapped, Lucasfilm took out no fewer than eight ‘thank you’ ads in local newspapers in the West of Ireland, saying the cast and crew were “captivated by the Wild Atlantic Way and their journey to Ireland”. Mark Hamill even tweeted: “How I will miss IRELAND. Its beauty, its people, its … snackfood” (in a reference to our Tayto crisps!).

See Tourism Ireland’s special Star Wars section on Ireland.com.

“We’ve all made lifelong friends through the group as well and we have always been fully supported and encouraged by all the friars that have gone through the Killarney Friary over that time.”

Another original member and a well-known Killarney performer, Derek O’Leary reminds us that the group has also participated in many charitable causes since their existence. “From very early on we have always ran charitable fundraising events that have included a bed push to Cork, three charity CDs and our annual carol singing events all of which have raised over €75,000 for local causes.”

Derek added: “Over the last few months as we’ve been busy organising the reunion, we have been reflecting on members past and present and the time that has passed. We think we have sang at about 1400 masses over that time which is hard to believe.”

The Friary Folk Group, Killarney, is celebrating its 30th anniversary on May 13 and 14 at Mass and a celebratory lunch on the Sunday.

Members of the Friary Folk Group include, Dee O’Sullivan, Sarah griffin, Derek O’Leary, Aileen Griffin, Elaine Burke, Olivia Coleman Jennie Vidal, katrin pietzonka, Louise Jevons.

Pic: Valerie O’Sullivan

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Excitement Builds As Killarney Gets Ready To Walk For Nathan Always one of the most eagerly anticipated mornings of the year, Nathan’s Walk, or Darkness into Light as the event is known nationally, will take place on May 6.

This will be the seventh annual Darkness into Light march in Killarney as the fundraiser continues to get bigger and more successful with each passing year.

The event is hosted by Marie and Denis O’Carroll who tragically lost their 14- year-old son Nathan to suicide in 2007. The aim is to generate much needed funds for the suicide and self-harm awareness centre Pieta House, while also raising awareness of an issue which has been all too frequently stigmatised in this country.

Darkness into Light started with approximately 400 people walking the 5km course in Dublin’s Phoenix Park in 2009. This year, there will be approximately 150 venues across Ireland and worldwide.

In 2016, over 130,000 people took part in the events.

Founded in Dublin in 2006, Pieta House now has services nationwide. Pieta offers free counselling to those suffering from suicidal ideation, those who have been bereaved by suicide and people who are engaging in self-harm.

Nathan’s Walk will start at 4.15am at the Killarney Race Course and participants are invited to walk, jog, skip or run the 5km route at their own pace.

The march begins in darkness and ends as the sun comes up and there’s sure to be another massive turnout for this symbolic event.

Nathan’s Walk was launched at the Porterhouse, Killarney on Tuesday. The Darkness into Light walk will take place on May 6 from Killarney Race Course. Pics: Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan.

Speaking after the official launch which took place at the Porterhouse on Tuesday, Nathan’s mother Marie said the family were excited about this year’s walk.

“We’re really looking forward to it,” she said.

“We’re hoping for another great turnout.”

She also thanked The Porterhouse for making a wonderful job of hosting the launch and Senator/founder of Pieta House Joan Freeman, Kieran Brady and Kieran O’Brien (Pieta House Limerick) for attending.

Although it will be possible to register on the day, the organisers suggest signing up online at http://dil. pieta.ie/ before April 27 to save time and to get your official Darkness into Light t-shirt.

There will also be pre-registration at the Killarney Race Course on May 3, 4 and 5 from 5-8pm.

You should also bring proof of registration (either printed or on your phone) and arrive 30 minutes before the start time.

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Murder

Fresh Appeals For Information On Unsolved Kerry Murder On April 19, 2012, 58-year-old father of two James Cahillane was discovered deceased at his home at Ardraw in Beaufort. As a result of subsequent enquiries a full murder investigation was launched.

Mr Cahillane had spent the previous evening watching a football match at a bar in Killorglin before getting a taxi home. At approximately 2.05am his neighbours spotted a blaze at his house and the emergency services were called to the scene.

A post-mortem showed that the victim had been assaulted and suffered several head injuries before the fire. Gardaí confirmed that the head of a hammer had been discovered at the scene and

may have been part of a damaged murder weapon.

It’s believed that the destruction of the house by fire was a deliberate effort to conceal the crime and destroy evidence.

A murder investigation was launched but despite significant assistance from the public, the crime remains unsolved.

On the 5th anniversary of the tragedy a further appeal is being made for information to assist in bringing the perpetrator(s) to justice. The investigation will be featured in the upcoming edition of Crime Call which will be aired on Monday, April 24.

The daughter of the deceased Lisa Cahillane will feature in the programme

along with Garda investigators.

There was a briefing in Killarney Garda Station on Wednesday to highlight the upcoming appeal on Crime Call and to renew public awareness of the case.

Speaking at the briefing, Superintendent Flor Murphy said: “I am convinced there are people in the Killorglin and mid-Kerry area who may have some information in relation to this unsolved murder.

“Five years have passed. Friendships, loyalties, and associations may have changed,” he added.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact Killarney Garda Station on 064 6671160 or the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111.

James Cahillane who was discovered dead in his home in Ardraw, Beaufort on April 19, 2012.

The Rapunzel Foundation A generous Killarney mother and daughter have shown their charitable side by donating some of their hair to charity.

Melissa and Kate Culloty both donated their ponytails to the Rapunzel Foundation, a charitable organization that works to improve the lives of those living with hair loss (alopecia) through fundraising as well as by collecting hair for wigs.

The charity is the brainchild of Anna Furlong, a hair salon owner from Wexford.

The Foundation’s hugely successful Ponytail Campaign asks brave volun-

teers to grow their hair out to 14 inches or longer before getting their ponytails cut at official Rapunzel-affiliated hairdressers.

Melissa and Kate entrusted local hairdresser Norma Doyle to make the snip.

It takes around twenty donations to make a single wig so the sacrifice is hugely appreciated by the organisers, who say that the new hair helps to greatly improve the lives of alopecia sufferers the world over.

For more information, visit www.rapunzelfoundation.com.

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Glenflesk Rambling House There was a great evening’s entertainment on Easter Sunday night thanks to the Glenflesk Rambling House.

The event was the latest in a series of fundraisers organized by the Friends of Maureen Kelliher.

Maureen was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in February of this year and since then her dayto-day life changed drastically. Unable to walk without support, Maureen must use a walking aid to get around and everyday tasks have become a struggle.

Friends and family have shown fantastic community spirit to rally around Maureen by organising a coffee morning, card drive and most recently an exciting night of music, song, dance and poetry.

Speaking after the latest fundraiser, friend Mary McCarrick thanked all the participants and all those who attended on the evening.

“A great night was had by all,” she said.

Inset: Aileen Healy, Peter O’Sullivan and Leah O’Sullivan enjoying tea at Glenflesk Rambling House in aid of the Friends of Maureen fund.

A polka set in full swing at Glenflesk Rambling House in aid of the Friends of Maureen fund.

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It’s Going To Be A Close Shave For Donal

HIS niece Sadhbh Lalor has inspired Kilcummin man Donal O’Sullivan to grow a beard and go without his regular barber services for his crowning glory in aid of a good cause.

This Sunday, April 30, Donal will take centre stage in The Klub Bar in Kilcummin for the finale of his hugely popular fundraiser in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland.

“My niece Sadhbh, who lives in Laois, inspired me to generate much-needed cash for local Down syndrome charities, which provide therapies such as physiotherapy, speech and language and occu-

pational therapy, as well as mental health support services,” said Donal. “This is all done through the generosity of the general public, branches receive no financial help from any government agencies.”

Because of the local feedback Donal and his wife Éadaoin decided to organise a fundraising night with the help of the Klub Bar Kilcummin to raise much needed funds for Down Syndrome Ireland.

The event takes place form 8pm this Sunday, with live music by local talent The Rising. There will also be a darts competition. To register for the latter, con-

tact Mike on 087-9400994. There will also be a raffle with fantastic spot prizes and the main event of the evening, the beard shave. “I will have been growing it for 13 weeks on the 30th!” said Donal. “Thank you to all our sponsors you have donated spot prizes for our raffle, the Klub Bar Kilcummin and anyone who has offered to help out on the night it is greatly appreciated.”

If you are unable to attend, but would like to support the cause, you can donate on http://fundraise. ie/beardshave/2892/donate.

Teeing Up And Stepping Out In Memory Of Sheila FRIENDS and family of the late Sheila Mac Kelliher are organising the golf classic in the poplar Killarney lady’s memory.

Participants will be teeing up on Thursday and Friday, May 4 and 5, at Mahony’s Point.

There will also be a walk commencing from the entrance to the golf club on the Friday, May 5, at 4.30pm with everyone welcome. Registration is

at 4pm. All proceeds raised will go to Kerry Palliative Care Unit in Tralee. For further details or if you want to put in a team at a cost of €300 or sponsor a tee box for €50 contact Tomas Kelliher 087-2589194 or any of the organising committee including John McEnery, Johnny Courtney, Brendan Harnett, Vince Casey, Johnny O’Connor, Maurice O’Donoghue, or David Rea.

Tomas Kelliher and Colm Cooper launching the golf classic and walk in memory of the late Sheila McGillycuddy Kelliher at Deenagh Lodge, Killarney. Also included are Jamie, Kenneth and Scott O’Meara, Cian and Emma Kelliher, Maurice O’Donoghue, Doreen Brosnan, David Rea, Alan O’Meara, John McEnery, Vincent Casey, Elizabeth Stack, Sean McGillycuddy, Sharon McIndoe, Brid Stack, Mike and Marie Leahy, Noreen McGillycuddy, Conor Stack, Lisa O’Meara, Johnny Courtney, Brendan Harnett and Ronan Kelliher. Pic: Eamonn Keogh

Students Focus On Wellbeing In Rathmore STUDENTS at Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore, turned the spotlight on wellbeing recently.

Students and staff took a break from the books on the advice of the Amber Team, made up of students from second, fourth and fifth year and led by guidance counsellor Niamh Dwyer which was established in January. They have been working hard on raising awareness about mental wellbeing, tirelessly trying to ensure that the event is a huge success.

Speakers included Elma Walsh (Donal Walsh LiveLife foundation), Fionn Fitzgerald (Kerry footballer and lectur-

er in Health and Leisure at IT, Tralee), Jamie Harrington (formerly of TeenLine) Kieran Donaghy (Kerry footballer and author of ‘What do you think of that?’) Elaine O Sullivan (Jigsaw Kerry) and Joe O’Connor (Sport and Performance Expert and mentor on Ireland’s fittest family). The non-uniform day and a raffle for Easter hampers generated funds for the Donal Walsh LiveLife foundation.

The day culminated in a lip-sync battle between teachers and students, judged by Dancing with the Stars winner and past pupil of the school, Aidan O’Mahony.

Sliabh Luachra NS Wellbeing Day organised by The Amber Team in the Sliabh Luachra NS, Rathmore, front, Eeabha Dwyer, Emilia Wojtaszek, Jamie Harrington (guest speaker), Elaine O’Sullivan,(Jigsaw, formerly Teenline), Joe O’Connor (Ireland’s Fittest Family), Niamh Dwyer (teacher and organiser) and Rebecca Twomey, back, Michelle O’Sullivan, Rachel McGuillycuddy, Daria CIchon, Anthony Darmody, Shauna Davies, Derry McCarthy, Aoife O’Sullivan, Shona Gleeson, Aishling Brosnan, Cathal McCarthy and Rafal Harasienski. Pic: MH Photography

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Tidy Towns Awareness Is Growing Constantly

David, Diane and Jacob, staff at Haven Pharmacy Kennellys. The business is proud to be associated with Killarney Tidy Towns and carries out a weekly litter pick-up on Rock Road.

SINCE the county clean-up began six years ago, awareness has grown as well as the volunteer force.

From 800 volunteers in 2011, this year’s clean-up attracted 5,000 last Saturday.

“There is greater awareness among the general public not to litter the roads of our county,” said Johnny McGuire of Killarney Looking Good/Killarney Tidy Towns.

The hard work and commitment by KWD Recycling has borne fruit this year, particularly with the fantastic uptake in volunteers and the greater awareness among the general

public these are our roads and this is how we deal with them. We should take ownership of this initiative which began here in Kerry and is now copied in other counties.”

Meanwhile, Killarney Looking Good/Killarney Tidy Towns has joined forces with schools and businesses as well as neighbourhoods to organise weekly litter pick-ups.

INSET: Jerry Doyle, Michael Gleeson, Christy Lehane and Dave Herlihy set off on a litter-picking mission in their Lissivigeen neighbourhood.

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WALKERS turned out in force for the annual walk organised by the Killarney branch of the Kerry Hospice on Good Friday.

The Vivien O’Shea memorial walk took place in Killarney National Park, with registration taking place at the Garden Restaurant in Muckross House.

There was no registration fee but participants donated to a bucket collection on the day.

Two routes were provided, one going from Muckross House via Dinis and following a section of the Torc Trail (8km), while the other, a shorter walk, took in Bricin Bridge.

Pic: Participants in the Good Friday walk organised by the Killarney branch of the Kerry Hospice Foundation.

Tips From The Experts At The Health & Wellbeing Evening Hosted By Lee Strand And The National Dairy Council FOUR hundred people attended the Lee Strand & National Dairy Council Health & Wellbeing Evening on Thursday in the Brandon Hotel in Tralee. The evening was a star studded event with a host of high profile speakers including former Irish Olympian Derval O’Rourke; Kerry Football Legend and Dancing with the Stars Winner Aidan O’Mahony; dietician Paula Mee and RTÉ’s Fitness & Performance Expert Joe O’Connor.

Radio Kerry’s Deirdre Walsh was a wonderful MC at the event.

Paula Mee kicked off the evening with a presentation on Nutrition & You and encouraged us to Grow Strong; Be Strong and Stay Strong. Paula believes that you don’t have to completely overhaul your diet to make an impact on health. Small changes, made repeatedly, can have a big and positive effect.

RTÉ’s Fitness and Performance Ex-

pert Joe O’Connor has appeared on Ireland’s Fittest Family for the past 4 years and currently working with Athletics Ireland, Horse Sport Ireland and Limerick GAA. Joe presented Fitness 4 Health and stated “One size does not fit all when it comes to fitness and training. Adopting a fitness regime that somebody else enjoys will not necessarily be one that you will enjoy.”

He suggested identifying your limiting factors, setting goals and developing a plan to achieve those goals.

An engaging Q&A followed with Aidan O’Mahony, hot off his impressive win and dance moves on RTÉ’s Dancing with the Stars. Aidan spoke about the challenges of learning to dance for the popular show, his successful sporting career and also gave the audience an insight into his nutrition and exercise regime.

Irish Olympian and cookery book

author, Derval O’Rourke, ended the evening with a demonstration of some her favourite healthy recipes.

Derval showed the audience how to make delicious and healthy Overnight Oats with fruit toppings, her Stopwatch Brown Bread, a simple Toma-

to Soup, a Mexican Burrito Bowl and Apple and Cheese Stacks. Derval’s recipes can be found at www.ndc.ie/ recipes All proceeds from the event admission tickets and raffle went to the Donal Walsh LiveLife Foundation.

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Search For Owner Of $100,000 In US Bank Words: Eve Kelliher

IT HAS generated much speculation since Killarney Advertiser exclusively revealed that a US twinning association is keen to trace the owner of a considerable sum of money. And we can confirm that since our Easter edition hit the shelves, the Killarney Town Twinning Association along with the Sister Cities Association of Springfield, Illinois, have been able to progress their search further.

An amount believed to be in excess of $100,000 could rightfully belong to someone living in Killarney, according to the Sister Cities Association of Springfield. “The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office has in their possession a large sum of money, possibly belonging to a resident of Killarney, Ireland,” said Janet Kenney of the Sister Cities Association of Springfield, Illinois.

The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office realised that Springfield has a sister city/twin city relationship with Killarney and so Ms Kenney got in touch with Sean Counihan, chairman, Killarney Town Twinning Association.

The amount of money in question may be in excess of $100,000.00, added Ms Kenney. “Apparently this money was abandoned/forgotten in an Illinois bank account and has been seized by the Illinois State

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Patrick O’Connor

AT 12.30pm on this Sunday, April 23, a memorial will be unveiled close to the church in Rathmore in remembrance of Capt. Patrick O’Connor. Patrick was a native of Rathmore and one of the four Kerrymen to die in the rising in Easter 1916. It will coincide with the anniversary of the centenary of that event. It is also planned, that prior to the unveiling, to have the celebration of the 11.30 am mass in Rathmore offered for Patrick. The Glenflesk choir will perform at the event. Everyone is invited and most welcome to share in this commemoration.

Poetry Day In Killarney

Treasurer’s Office. It is our desire to assist Gerard Melia, possibly of Killarney, Ireland in reclaiming his money,” added Ms Kenney.

“Can you assist me in locating Mr Gerard Melia? I can provide Mr Melia with the appropriate contact information. If there is proof that he is no longer living, the closest surviving relative might be an appropriate heir. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.” Mr Counihan can be contacted on counihansean@gmail.com or Ms Kenney on wejaweja@ aol.com

CALLING all poets! To celebrate Poetry Day Ireland, the Kerry Women Writers’ Network will host an open mic session at Killarney Library on Thursday, April 27, from 6.30pm to 7.30pm.

Poetry Day is a major one-day festival of Irish poets and poetry at home and abroad.

The celebration includes flagship live literature events and educational activities programmed

by Poetry Ireland, alongside a support network of promotional tools and resources for organisations and individuals who wish to produce their own events or get involved in other ways.

This year’s theme is Poetry Connects and is intended as a starting point but participants are welcome to embrace the theme, ignore the theme, or make it their own!

Admission to the open mic session in Killarney is free and all are welcome.

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Rathmore Student Is Germany Bound HERZLICHEN GLÜCKWUNSCH or congratulations to 16 year old Rafal Harasienski from Gneeveguilla, who having achieved exceptional academic excellence in his Junior Certificate German exam, has now won the top prize of a fully sponsored four week round trip to Germany.

Rafal, who is a Transition Year student at Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra is one of only five students in Ireland to be awarded the prestigious scholarship, which is offered by the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Having successfully achieved one of the highest marks in the German Junior Certificate Exam 2016, Rafal took part in an interview in Dublin. He was highly commended by the Goethe Institute, the State Exams Commission, and the German Embassy for his impressive knowledge of German and his outstanding performance.

Rafal’s teacher Louise Cooper paid tribute to his hard work and great success, ‘Rafal is not only a diligent and highly motivated pupil with a huge thirst for knowledge but is also very personable and kind. He is a true linguist and is such a deserving winner’. Rafal’s brilliance is not limited to the academic field as he is also an accomplished musician.

‘I was confident after I completed the interview but astounded to discover that I was only one of five in the country to win the top scholarship. I am so thrilled and I can’t wait to finally visit Germany’, said Rafal.

Rafal will travel to Germany this summer. The trip,

Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore student Rafal Harasienski, who has won a four week prestigious scholarship in Germany, following exceptional academic excellence in his Junior Certificate German exam, pictured with Louise Cooper (German teacher), left, Denis Kerins (Principal) and Maria Hanrahan (Vice-Principal) in Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore. Pic: Eamonn Keogh

which is sponsored by Pädagogischer Austauschdienst includes a two-week stay with a German family during which the Irish students go to school with their German counterparts.

For the following two weeks Rafal will visit several Ger-

man cities such as Cologne, Bonn, Berlin, and Munich.

During his four weeks in Germany, he will also visit youth and sports events, museums, other cultural institutions, sights, theatres, and universities to get an overview of life in Germany.

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Camera Club

Landscapes And Seascapes In The Frame At Killarney Camera Club IT WAS great to see such a wide variety of excellent landscape/seascape photography at Killarney Camera Club’s most recent competition which had the theme of landscapes and seascapes.

There were a total of 25 entries and congratulations to Paul Garnett on winning the Unrestricted Category with the photo titled ‘Autumn Light’.

The results of the Unrestricted Category were: 1st Paul Garnett - Autumn Light 130 points; 2nd Adrian Healy - Head of Slea - 123 points; and 3rd Billy Horan The Seasons Collide - 122 points.

Well done to Keith Johnson on coming 1st in the Novice Category and for also winning the spot prize. The results of the Novice Category are: 1st Keith Johnson - Sunset Seascape; 2nd Thomas Bradley – Sunset; and 3rd Yvette Shea – Assynt.

For more, see, https://killarneycameraclub.ie/ Paul Garnett’s award-winning photo following Killarney Camera Club’s recent competitions.

Credit Union Launches Novel Membership Drive With Local Sports Clubs KILLARNEY CREDIT UNION launched its “Your Club, Your Credit Union“ competition where new credit union members nominate a club of their choice to win a €1,000 worth of O’Neill’s Sports gear.

The largest amount of nominations for a club wins the first prize of €1,000 and there is a second prize of €250 where a club is selected at random from the entries.

Helen Courtney Power, Business Development Officer, Killarney Credit Union, said: “When a new member joins the credit union, they can nominate a club of their choice, at the end of May, the nominations for clubs are collated and the largest nominations received wins the first prize.”

The competition is open to all types of sports clubs. Membership of the credit union is open to all those living and working in the common bond of Killarney Credit Union.

This includes Killarney and Kenmare town; townlands of Fossa, Kilcummin, Glenflesk, Kilgarvan, Sneem, Kileentierna, Tuosist, Sneem and Firies.

Mark Murphy, CEO of Killarney Credit Union, said: “As a credit union, we are very involved in the sponsorship of many sports clubs in the locality. This competition will further help support these clubs with opportunity of winning new gear and equipment; and we in turn increase membership in the credit union.”

Credit Union membership is open to all ages from new born to pensioners. You will need to provide two forms of identification to join, generally photo and address identification.

Further details on membership are included on www.killarneycu.ie.

The competition is open until May 31, 2017; further information on www.killarneycu.ie.

Pat Delaney Chairman Killarney Credit Union (seated seated centre) launching the Your Local Club - Your Local Credit Union with Mia Granville and Laoise Carey Killarney Athletic Club, Aodhan and Gary O’Halloran St Pat’s Hurling, Pauline Russell Killarney Cycling Club, Freya Granville (back from left) Michael Crowley Gleneagle Squash Club, Paul Murphy Killarney Rugby Club, Donal Carroll Beaufort Golf Club, Donie Murphy Killarney Athletic Club, Paul O’Donnell O’Neill’s Sports Gear and Micheal O’Donoghue Gleneagle Squash Club at the Killarney Credit Union.

Cinema Killarney To Screen Lady Macbeth TO CELEBRATE the release of the period drama Lady Macbeth in Irish cinemas, a special question-and-answer screening will take place in Cinema Killarney on Saturday, April 22, at 6.30pm.

Oscar-nominated Cromane filmmaker Fodhla Cronin O’Reilly will attend the screening and will take part in a post-screening Q&A. The screening will be held in association with the Kerry Film Festival and KFF Artistic Director Maeve McGrath, will moderate the ques-

tion-and-answer session.

The film takes place in rural England in 1865. Katherine (Florence Pugh) is stifled by her loveless marriage to a bitter man twice her age, and his cold, unforgiving family.

When she embarks on a passionate affair with a young worker on her husband’s estate, a force is unleashed inside her so powerful that she will stop at nothing to get what she wants.

Lady Macbeth is already a huge hit on the festival circuit, where it

has picked up a host of audience and performance awards at Toronto, LFF, San Sebastian, Zurich, Glasgow and Dublin this year. Florence Pugh also received the Breakthrough Award for which both she and director William Oldroyd were nominated at this year’s Evening Standard Film Awards.

Tickets for the Cinema Killarney screening on April 22 can be purchased here: https://cinemakillarney.admit-one.eu/?p=tickets&perfCode=24264

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Fiona Nelligans celebrating her 18th with friends in the Kube.

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Ciara O’Donoghue and Patrice O’Shea out and abourt in the Speakeasy.

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Willy and Helen Hogan in the Speakeasy.

Louise O’Sullivan, Claire Scannell, Orla Dennehy and Maria Dennehy in the Kube.

Kerry Ryan and Padraig McKenna in the Kube.

Aoife O’Donoghue, Colin O’Donoghue and Lianne O’Sullivan out in the Lane.

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Kevin and Sheila O’Donoghue in the Lane.

Conor Murphy, Brian O’Riordan, Kieran Kenneally, Alan O’Connell, Cormac Gately and Bertie Buckley out and about in The Lane Bar.

Michael Jordan and Tom Lynch in the Lane Bar.

Siobhan Kearns, Sandra Evans, Emily Kissane, Siobhan Duggan, Emer O’Mahony, Ella O’Donoghue, Jacqueline Murphy and Therese Ferris enjoying themselves in the Lane.

Paddy Buckley, Jenny O’Gorman, Lisa O’Driscoll and Martin Buckley in the Lane Bar.

Elaine McGlynn celebrating her 21st with Nicole Moriarty in the Kube.

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School

Opening Of New Classroom In Rathmore AMIDST great fanfare, the new Materials Technology Wood (MTW)/Construction Studies room was opened in Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore.

Current and former teachers, pupils, both past and present, parents, as well as Department of Education inspectors attended the grand opening. Local curate, Fr Pat O’Donnell provided a blessing before the classroom was formally opened by chief examiner for Construction Studies Seán O Broin.

When Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra opened its doors to students in September 1998, the MTW/Construction Studies room in the new school was not built to required Department of Education specifications, mainly due to budget constraints at the time. When the Department of Education issued a new schedule of accommodation in early 2000, a new MTW/Construction Studies room was included. Funding was granted for this phase in 2016 and construction began in May of the same year, a process that took over seven months to complete. In order to equip the room, further funding had to be secured from the Department of Education. At the end of a long and protracted process, equipment for the room was purchased in the autumn of 2016.

In what is one of the best-equipped and modern construction studies room of its kind in the country, it has all the traditional equipment of a standard wood work room but also boasts top of the range IT facilities for design and manufacture of students’ work, including a laser cutter, 3-D printing, and C & C operating machinery. The woodwork teachers, Seamus O’Connell and James O’Halloran, thanked the school’s Board of Management and in particular the school principal Denis Kerins for supporting them on their endeavour to achieve the best wood work room in Ireland.

INSET: Woodwork student Dara Looney makes a presentation to Denis Kerins (Principal) at the official opening and blessing of the new state of the art Woodwork and Construction Classroom in Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore on Friday.

Sean O’Broin (Department of Education Inspector), congratulates Seamus O’Connell (woodwork teacher) at the official opening and blessing of the new state of the art Woodwork and Construction Classroom in Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore on Friday. Also in front are James O’Halloran (woodwork teachers) and Denis Kerins (Principal) . Also included are former Rathmore Secondary School Principals Sr Mary McMahon, Ted Kiely and Jerh O’Donoghue, former and current teachers, board of management members, past and present pupils.

Pics: Eamonn Keogh

Young musicians performing at the official opening and blessing of the new state of the art Woodwork and Construction Classroom in Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore on Friday.

Ted Kiely (Former Rathmore Secondary School Principal), Fr Pat O’Donnell, Jerh O’Donoghue (former Principal) and Denis Kerins (Principal).

Seamus O’Connell and James O’Halloran (woodwork teachers) with Board of Management members Liz Healy, Denis Kerins (Principal), Margaret Dennehy and Maria O’Gorman.

Michael Forde, Barney Beasley and George Forde.

Sr Mary McMahon (former Rathmore Principal), Denis Kerins (Principal) and Jerh O’Donoghue (former Principal).

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FIVE-STAR fashion was top of the agenda at the five-star Muckross Park Hotel recently when locals pulled out all the stops to support Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin.

Award-winning designers, milliners and leading boutiques showcased their new season collections on the evening. The show was produced by the Norma O’Donoghue Model Agency with Kerry Radio’s Alan Finn acting as MC. Also joining the models on stage was Dancing with the Stars winner Aidan O’Mahony.

Designers taking part were Marion Murphy Cooney, Hazel Comyn, Tina Griffin, Charlotte and Jane, Rebekah Wall and Cathy Troth to name but a few with McBees, Kerry’s Boutique, Jasmine Boutique, Christy’s Irish Stores, White Willow Bridal Kenmare and Formally Yours Menswear also showing.

The theatrical grand final of the show was by none other then well known designer to the stars Claire Garvey.

“We finished the show with Claire’s amazing collection which she sent to me a few days previous. When I was going through her pieces I noticed two male jackets with the gowns for the models,” said Norma.

Claire Garvey was the designer of the jackets Julian Benson wore on Dancing with the Stars.

He was one of the judges on the show and wore her jackets throughout the 12 weeks.

“She had sent me two of them and I was delighted when Aidan O’Mahony along with Enda Walshe joined the models in the finale wearing the jackets. Julian would have been proud!”

Norma said.

The organisers thanked all those who sponsored and supported the event.

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8 Good Reasons why I should provide for my Retirement through a Pension Planning for your financial future will give you peace of mind today. This week, our Expert Retirement Planning Adviser, Denis Murphy, Premier Financial Services, discusses why funding a pension is so important.

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New Austrian Charter Flight Waltzes Into Kerry OVER 2000 passengers will fly into Kerry over the coming months following the commencement on Monday (April 17) of a new charter service, operated by Austrian travel company Moser Reisen.

The red carpet was rolled out and the champagne was flowing at Kerry Airport to welcome the first 200 people who arrived into the Kingdom on the first flight which landed just after 8.30am.

The Manager of Kerry Airport, Peter Moore, said: “These charters will operate throughout the months of April, May and June with flights arriving into Kerry from Graz Airport which is the 2nd largest airport in Austria and Linz Airport which is the 3rd largest airport in Austria. This charter series will bring 2,200 tourists directly into the county of Kerry. This is the first charter series of its kind into Kerry and the first charter series of its kind from Austria.”

Nathan Carter On His Way To Killarney KILLARNEY will be getting set for some toe-tapping nights of entertainment as country music legend Nathan Carter tunes up to perform in the INEC in the next fortnight.

Following a year of chart-topping album sales, capacity concert shows and a hugely successful television series, the Belfast and Dublin arena shows inspired the star to put pen to paper about just what it feels like to be living the dream: “We’ve enjoyed the most phenomenal success in recent years and I’m so lucky to be living out my dreams as an entertainer.

“Touring, recording and filming are the only things I’ve ever really wanted to do and growing up in Liverpool, playing in bars and clubs, sometimes it all felt like a bit of a pipe dream! Amazingly, with the support of my family, amazing fans and great team, I’ve seen those dreams become a reality.”

Penned alongside acclaimed writer Don Mescall, Livin’ the Dream is a

brand-new, original track to celebrate the singer’s achievements to date and looks ahead to the exciting days still to come: “The arena shows are incredibly exciting – probably the biggest achievement of my touring career to date,” said Nathan. “The band and I just sold out two arena shows in Belfast and Dublin in two amazing venues, so it seemed like a great milestone to write about.

“I’ve been attending arena shows all my life, sitting up in the balcony or down in the crowd listening to my idols like Brad Paisley and Elton John. To play in these venues, stand in their shoes and see how these places look from the other side will be incredible and I can’t wait. It’s a dream I hope to keep living out again and again!”

Livin’ the Dream can be bought now from iTunes.

You can see Nathan in the INEC Killarney from Friday, May 5, Sunday, May 7.

Kerry Airport is ideally located for anyone wishing to travel on business or pleasure with direct flights to seven destinations including: London Luton, London Stansted, Frankfurt-Hahn, Berlin (from November 2 to March 24, 2018), Alicante & Faro (summer 2017) with Ryanair, and to Dublin with Aer Lingus Regional.

For more information about Kerry Airport, please visit www.KerryAirport.ie or contact +353 66 9764644.

Volleyball

Pictured at the Macra na Feirme National Dairy Council Indoor Volleyball Final are Killarney Macra with Macra National President Sean Finan. Back (l-r): David Blennerhassett, Mark Gleeson, Conor Brosnan, Julia O’Connor. Front (l-r): Sean Finan, David Horan, Katie O’Sullivan, Catriona Shanahan, Eimear O’Shea, Breda O’Shea

Kerry Macra Take Part In NDC Volleyball Finals The All-Ireland final of Macra’s National Dairy Council volleyball competition took place last weekend with a team from Killarney Macra na Feirme, Kerry taking part. The winners of the competition were Glanmire Macra, Seandun, Cork.

The national final of the competition was held in the Watershed Sports Complex in Kilkenny on Sunday, April 9.

Macra na Feirme National President, Seán Finan, said, “Well done to Killarney for taking part. This is a fantastic sport and it’s great to see 16 teams taking part on the day. Sport is such a vital part of rural community life and through the strong participation in all our competitions we see it is alive and well in Macra and with the support of the National Dairy Council we hope to keep it that way.’’

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Representatives of one of Italy’s biggest tour operators, Francorosso, together with 17 of its top-producing travel agents, are visiting Ireland this week. They are here as guests of Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland.

PIC SHOWS: Italian travel agents with Valentina Salaris, Tourism Ireland (back, right), at the Dingle Distillery.

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St Brendan’s students who travel to China, Shane Looney, Shane Trant, Jack Sweeney, Oran O’Donoghue, Conor Lucey, Kieran Sugrue, Colm Cagney, Alan Harte and John Joe Buckley with Principal Sean Coffey, Teacher Lisa Galwey and parents at St Brendan’s College, Killarney on Thursday.

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This service began in the grounds of St Marys of Angels Beaufort adjacent to St Francis Special School run by the Franciscan Sisters. In 2005 the Franciscan Sisters decided they could no longer run the campus, they handed over the campus to St John of Gods to run. The room the children were using at “Tig Roisin” was needed for other services. The parents got together to form a committee to set up a standalone After School Service for their children.

Since October 2015 Resilience Care have come on board to take care of the day to day running of the service as they have the compliance (expertise and policies and procedures) required to run a professional service. Summer camps, Easter camps, Mid-term camps Halloween and Christmas camps are run. The majority of our children come from St Francis Special School Beaufort from where they are collected daily at 2.30 pm and brought here to Home from Home. One day a week 4 of our group are taken home to Bonane/Kenmare as they all come this long distance and they all attend on this day. We have the support of Kerry County Childcare, the HSE, Pobal and South Kerry Development Partnership without them we would not be able to stay open.

The time spent by the children at Home from Home give the parents the rest assurance that their children are looked after. They get some welldeserved rest/respite and quality time with their other children. “ By having my son at Home from Home it gives families an opportunity to do activities that others may take for granted be that shopping, cooking, cleaning, assisting other siblings at homework etc. ”( parent statement) Can you help? We need your support, every year we try to better our services to ensure our children have everything they need to develop. Our future plans for the service are to install a lift to utilise all the building, to its maximise potential. There is also a plan to build a covered area in our back garden to be able to get out in all weathers. As our children are in school all day the extra time in the fresh air makes a welcome change. You can play your part by supporting our Golf Classic on May 26th.

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Locals Underwhelmed By Redeveloped Plunkett Street

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It took €300,000 and almost two months of work but many locals are thoroughly unimpressed with how the new-look Plunkett Street has turned out.

The wider, contemporary style footpaths and special road surface are at the same level and were compared beforehand to the broadly popular Main Street design.

Unfortunately, the redeveloped Plunkett Street certainly hasn’t ben greeted with the same universal acclaim.

Perhaps the most common gripe thus far is that the footpaths look unclean and, perhaps more worryingly, cannot be properly cleaned.

A representative from O’Leary’s electrical store, which is located on Plunkett Street, said he liked the

job but the staining of the pavements was “excessive”.

“In my opinion, there wasn’t enough thought put into the paving that was put down,” he added.

He also said that while he hadn’t personally experienced problems with surface water coming into his shop, some of the other traders on the street had mentioned it.

The work began in February under the guidance of the Kerry County Council and the hugely important and iconic street was closed to traffic up until last week when it was officially re-opened.

Considering the great cost and great inconvenience to locals and their businesses, the least the people of Killarney expected was an outcome that was pleas-

ing to the eye.

In contrast to the clean, modern feel of the adjacent Main Street, where the footpaths and road compliment each other perfectly, the stained, pale grey sidewalks and much darker, almost black road surface on Plunkett Street seem to clash.

In truth, it’s almost hard to believe that this is the finished product. It has the appearance of something that still needs work, and for a town that depends so heavily on its positive image, it’s surprising that something like this could have happened.

Whatever about the aesthetics (which are, of course, objective), if the new layout has the potential to damage the premises of local businesspeople, changes may be necessary sooner rather than later.

Fox Sack Bill O’Reilly After Harassment Allegations Controversial American broadcaster Bill O’Reilly will not be returning to Fox News amid claims that as many as five women had been paid millions of dollars to keep quiet about harassment allegations.

The brash presenter was due to return from his holidays earlier this week but when a number of major companies, including BMW of North America, Allstate Corp, French pharmaceuticals maker Sanofi SA and T Rowe Price, all pulled their advertis-

ing from his show, the writing was on the wall for O’Reilly.

Speaking on Tuesday, O’Reilly’s lawyer claimed his client “has been subjected to a brutal campaign of character assassination that is unprecedented in post-McCarthyist America”.

The O’Reilly Factor is the most watched programme on Fox News; at last count it averaged around four million viewers.

The network, best-known for its conservative slant

and strong links to the Republican party, has continued to enjoy high ratings even as advertisers withrew their support and several allegations emerged that executives turned a blind eye to sexual misconduct there.

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Irish Woman Racially Abuses Indian Man On Train

Kerry Captain Colm Cooper leads his side out for the Munster football final between Kerry and Cork in Fitzgerald Stadium, Killarney, on Sunday. Pic: Eamonn Keogh

Comments From Troll Brolly Shouldn’t Be Taken Seriously

There was a great furore recently about remarks made by RTE’s Joe Brolly about Colm Cooper.

Speaking on League Sunday, Brolly backed up claims he had made in his Independent column that Gooch, one of the most decorated footballers of all time, lacked the leadership qualities of someone like Peter Canavan.

He also questioned Gooch’s performances against the northern teams, Tyrone in particular, before going on to state that while Gooch was a beautiful footballer, the media’s over-eulogising since his retirement was reminiscent of the death of Princess Diana.

“I thought he had died,” Brolly quipped.

Gooch has since responded to the notorious pundit’s criticism in typically understated fashion.

Speaking on the Ryan Tubridy show, which was being hosted by Marty Morrissey, Cooper said: “I take Joe for what he is. He’s a very outspoken pundit. He likes to go against the grain sometimes just

Cooper: I take Joe for what he is. He’s a very outspoken pundit.

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to create debate.

“I certainly don’t lie awake at night thinking about what Joe is going to say about me. In the earlier part of my career he thought I was a fantastic player. In the latter years he has changed a little bit.”

In truth, I was more surprised by the reaction to the Derryman’s comments than the comments themselves.

For years now Brolly has made a reputation for himself by being provocative.

Well-spoken and erudite, he is clearly RTE’s Gaelic football version of Eamon Dunphy.

The only difference between the two is that we all cottoned on to Dunphy’s “controversial-for-the-sake-of-it” approach to punditry years ago.

The reality is that much like the modern-day internet troll, Brolly and Dunphy simply say things to get a reaction.

To my mind at least, they both jumped the shark a long time ago.

Gardai in Limerick are currently investigating a video which shows an Indian man being racially abused by an Irish woman on a train.

The attack, which occurred between Limerick Colbert Station and Limerick Junction on Sunday, was captured on video by a fellow passenger and shared to Twitter.

In the shocking footage, the woman can be heard to say: “**** off back to India. Don’t give me your guff, you ****ing cheeky p****.

“Respect my ****ing country and get your bag off the seat.”

The incident has gained international attention, especially in India where a large number of people have expressed their dismay on social media.

In a statement, Iarnrod Eireann said: “It is a shocking and disgraceful incident – any form of abuse of customers is intolerable, particularly discriminatory abuse.

“We have contacted the Gardai both in Limerick and in the Community, Diversity and Integration Unit in Harcourt Street, and have asked the customer to contact the Gardai also, particularly if they have any other footage.

“The incident will have been deeply upsetting to those who were subject to abuse and those who witnessed it, and we are grateful to the customer who reported it to us and raised awareness of it.”

Irish people have emigrated all over the world and we often like to think of ourselves as being open-minded and almost post-racial.

Although too much shouldn’t be read into an isolated incident like this, it does perhaps suggest that, as a society, we’re not quite there yet.

UK Heading For Shock Snap Election In a widely unexpected statement delivered at Downing Street on Tuesday, British Prime Minister Theresa May announced that the UK government would be seeking to hold a general election on June 8.

Generally speaking, British governments last for five years. David Cameron led May’s Conservative Party to victory as recently as

2015, so the next election wasn’t supposed to take place until May 2020.

It’s clear that May, who took the reins when Cameron stepped down in the wake of Britain’s decision to leave the European Union, is seeking a stronger mandate in Brexit talks.

She had repeatedly stated that a snap election was not on the cards, so the decision comes as a major surprise to the opposition

parties. The Tories are extremely unlikely to lose the general election. According to numerous polls, the Labour could be heading for another crushing defeat.

This will undoubtedly provide much needed support for May’s Brexit. If the UK public vote for the Conservative party, they’ll give May a mandate to carry out Brexit the way she sees fit.

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At the launch of the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes at The Brehon Hotel, Killarney on Saturday night were Donagh Kelly (2015 and 2016 winner), Anthony O’Connor, Clerk of the Course, Richie Lahiff ,cartell.ie, Paul Nagle (WRC Co Driver) and Brendan Cronin (Mayor of Killarney). Back from left are Martin Farrell, Adrian Cronin, Johnny Hickey, John Byrne (cartell.ie), Donal Lawlor (cartell.ie),Kieran Healy (Killarney Advertiser), Diarmuid Cronin (Killarney and District Motor Club Chairman), Paul O’Neill ((Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce President) and Mags Milner. The rally will take place in Killlarney from Friday 28th April to Sunday 30th April 2017.

Photos: Eamonn Keogh THE most spectacular rally stages in Europe will provide the ultimate test for competitors in this year’s Cartell. ie International Rally of the Lakes which will ensure a real bonanza for Killarney, Co Kerry on the May Bank Holiday weekend.

Now in its 38th year and growing in stature and reputation, Killarney and District Motor Club is currently adding the finishing touches to the exciting programme of events which will see thousands of enthusiasts flock to the town to watch many of the big stars of rallying in action.

The Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes is firmly established as one of Ireland’s premier events and it is estimated to be worth in excess of €10 million to the local economy. TV coverage alone is beamed to 38 countries with an estimated 30 million household subscribers.

Speaking at the official launch, at the Brehon Hotel, Killarney, on Saturday night, the Mayor of the Killarney Municipal District, Cllr Brendan Cronin, described the rally as a “hugely important event” for the town.

It brings a huge income to the town and it deserved broad and widespread support. An enormous amount of work is put in behind the scenes by the organisers,” Mayor Cronin said.

The clerk of the course for the second year running, Anthony O’Connor, remarked: “This exposure is fantastic for Killarney and fantastic for the Rally of the Lakes. It hugely increases our attrac-

tion as an international event for competitors and spectators”.

He added that the most famous classic stages will await participants and the demanding, technical and challenging route will require every competitor to perform to their full ability.

Kieran Healy, business development manager, Killarney Advertiser, sponsor, said: “Since the first running of the Rally of the Lakes, the Killarney Advertiser has promoted the event locally.”

He added: “We are pleased to be in a position to play a key role in shining a spotlight on the drama, excitement and fun of such a thrilling, world-class event and we look forward to our continued partnership with the Rally of the Lakes.”

In excess of 120 entries have already been received in the various categories – with quality matching quantity – and entries are still being accepted online.

The 2017 Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes will get underway with a ceremonial start in Killarney town centre at 7pm on Friday, April 28.

The real action will commence early on the Saturday morning with the iconic Moll’s Gap stage, followed by the Tim Healy Pass and centralised service on Castletownbere Pier.

Then the rally will head out on the famous stages of Cods Head and Ard-

groom with a repeat run over the Healy Pass and into service for a well-deserved break. Cods Head and Ardgroom are repeated and there will be a blast through the Kilmackillogue Harbour stage to finish off the day.

Sunday morning’s action starts with Moll’s Gap once again, followed by service at the Liebherr Container Cranes base in Killarney. The crews will then complete a loop of three stages, Kilgobnet, Caragh Lake and Rockfield, before heading into service again at Liebherr.

This loop is again repeated with plenty of spectator-friendly access points in Kilgobnet and Rockfield. The crews will arrive back to the finishing ramp at the Rally Headquarters in the Gleneagle Hotel at approximately 5.30pm for celebrations and champagne.

The Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes will be counting rounds for the Clonakilty Black Pudding Irish Tarmac Rally Championship 2017 and the PlasticBags.ie Southern 4 Rally Championship.

Killarney and District Motor Club is de-

lighted that Ireland’s leading vehicle history record company Cartell.ie will again be the main sponsor of the Rally of the Lakes for the eighth year. Other very loyal and generous sponsors include Cormac Casey of the Killarney Advertiser, Ordnance Survey Ireland and, of course, the Gleneagle Hotel, under the leadership of Patrick O’Donoghue, who have backed the Rally of the Lakes since 1979.

Pictured above: Pat Healy, Safety Officer.

Killarney crew Noel O’Sullivan, driver, and Nicholas Burke.

Tadgh O’Sullivan, Colin O’Donoghue, Paudie Lenihan and Diarmuid Lynch.

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Kelly’s Eye On The Three-In-A-Row Kevin Eves from Donegal turning out fresh from his National victory in the West Cork Rally and he leads the Irish Tarmac Championship coming to Killarney.

He will face stiff opposition from Eugene Meegan from Co Meath, last year’s National winner and one of the favourites for the title, while Galway National winner Gary Kiernan is also to be watched. The Cavan man is a previous two-time National winner and he has had a new engine fitted.

A real treat for rally fans will be the flamboyant driving style of Barry ‘The Titan’ Meade from Kanturk, a member of the Killarney and District

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THE excellent Donagh Kelly will be seeking to make it three Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes successes in a row when he returns to Killarney on the May Bank Holiday weekend but he won’t have it all his own way with no shortage of contenders lining up to snatch the title from him.

Kelly was unbeatable in 2015, winning the national series, the premier Irish Tarmac Championship and the iconic Killarney event in his WRC Ford Focus, and while he took a break for much of last year, he ensured he returned to Killarney to retain his crown.

The current Irish Tarmac Championship leader Alastair Fisher – nephew of the legendary Bertie – will be very much in contention in Killarney as will the Moffet brothers, Sam and Josh, who will be fighting for championship points as they currently stand in second and third position respectively.

2015 runner-up Robert Barrable will hit town in his unique Hyundai R5 – the only one of its kind in the country – and the Dublin car dealer is expected to show very well on this occasion.

Roy White, a previous winner of the National category in Killarney, steps up to the International stage in his Ford Fiesta WRC and he is on record as saying he just loves the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes stages.

Joseph McGonigle, Brendan Cumiskey and Stephen Wright will also be pushing for glory as will rally royalty Aaron McHale in his Citroen DS3 RF. A battle royale of modified cars is in prospect in the National section with

Motor Club, who previously won the National title on two occasions while talented UK driver Phil Collins returns to Killarney and is always at the business end of the competitive National category.

Over 30 local drivers will be in the field including Fergus O’Meara who will be giving his new Ford Fiesta its competitive debut, Charlie and Johnny Hickey fresh from their Southern 4 Champi-

Martin Byrne, Paul Nagle, Katrina and Sean Liston. Inset: Denis, Denise, Mairead and Joanne McCarthy

onship win, Kevin O’Donoghue in his unique BMW M3 and crash repair specialist Tadhg O’Sullivan.

Noel O’Sullivan will compete in his hometown rally for the 35th year – his 32nd year in his Ford Escort Mk2 – with his navigator Nicholas Burke taking part in his 25th International Rally of the Lakes.

In the Historics section, Killarney regular Eugene Graham from London, who currently leads the championship in that category, will debut his all-new BMW M3 but he won’t have it all his own way with Barry Jones, currently second in the championship, Alan Watkins, Duncan Williams, David Goose and Keith McIvor all fancying their chances.

The Junior rally in Killarney is regarded as the best event of its kind in the country with several previous winners

going on to achieve major success.

They include top drivers Keith Cronin, Owen Murphy, Rob Duggan and Ross Forde who have all won the prestigious Billy Coleman Award.

Exciting Juniors this year will include Glenflesk’s Kieran O’Donoghue – last year’s winner – and Kenmare’s Shane McCarthy fresh from his Junior win in the Circuit of Kerry.

The top three in the Junior Championship, the dynamic Jenna McCann, Justin Ryan and John McCabe will all be battling it out in Killarney.

A group at the launch of the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes at The Brehon Hotel, Killarney on Saturday night. The rally will take place in Killlarney from Friday 28th April to Sunday 30th April 2017.

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College Street, Scotts Street and Plunkett Street Something for everyone in the heart of the town With a wide selection of bars and restaurants and incredible shopping opportunities at every turn, there’s something for everyone on College Street and the adjoining Scotts Street and Plunkett Street.

Here in the heart of Killarney town you’ll find unbeatable deals on fashion and jewellery, quality entertainment and food and a unique blend of quaint little shops and large, modern stores.

The laid-back, pedestrianized Scotts Street, with its contemporary vibe and

public seating, leads directly into the middle of the historic College Street, so called because of the Presentation Brothers boys school that was once located there.

College Street narrows at the end to Plunkett Street, a cosy little lane that brings you directly to the centre of town.

From tattoo parlours to Aran sweaters and everything in between, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for on Scotts Street, College Street and Plunkett Street.

College Street, Scotts Street and Plunkett Street

Legendary Bars, The Best Live Music, Top Class Food And Shopping For All For excellent food and a great pint, Murphy’s Bar, The Porterhouse and The Tatler Jack are all renowned for their warm, traditional atmosphere and exceptional grub, as is the aptly named Fáilte.

Located on College Street, The Fáilte really comes alive at night as a pleasant mix of visitors and locals gather to hear some outstanding traditional and contemporary live music.

Courtney’s on Plunkett Street is another great venue famous for its alternative live music, while Scotts’ ever-popular beer garden frequently plays host to some of the very best in local talent.

Scotts is also the ideal place to check out the best sporting action over the summer months as their huge outdoor screen attracts large crowds of passionate fans.

McSorley’s is one of the most popular late bars/nightclubs in Killarney, especially amongst music-lovers who flock there nightly to hear their favourite bands, DJs and singers.

There’s certainly no shortage of quality restaurants in the area with something to satisfy everyone’s taste buds.

You can sample a piece of the Orient in

Golden Chopsticks or some good, oldfashioned fish and chips in Mike’s Takeaway.

Cronin’s Restaurant on College Street has a long-standing reputation for superior cuisine while next door in Bombay Palace they serve some of the finest curry around.

On Scotts Street, Urban Optics is a stateof-the-art optical practice which offers the highest professional standards of eye care. By investing in the very best optical technology and providing a broad range of correction options, Urban Optics efficiently cater to the needs of all their patients.

For an incredible selection of clothes, toys and household goods, Heaton’s on Scotts Street has you covered. You can also find Killarney’s largest sports store, Sportsworld, on the third floor.

O’Neill’s on Plunkett Street have all the fishing tackle and paraphernalia you could ever need, and an incredible variety of souvenirs and gifts to choose from.

Technology experts need look no further than O’Leary’s who stock all the latest TVs and appliances at competitive prices.

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Courtney’s on Plunkett Street Located on Plunkett Street, Courtney’s is a relaxed old Irish bar with an alternative twist. Specialists in craft beer and whiskey, their staggeringly broad menu offers customers the best selection of drinks in town.

This comfortable venue is famous for its live music with performers from a whole host of genres frequently on show.

Upcoming Events: Friday, April 21: Roots Rock and Reggae with Bugsy and Eddie Saturday, April 22: Abigail Joffe – Album launch Tuesday, April 25: Drink and Draw Night with Debra

Abigail Joffe Album Launch Abigail Joffe will be launching her debut album ‘Lay Me Down’ in Courtney’s on Saturday, April 22 at 10pm.

Abigail is an English born Dingle based singer/songwriter, the daughter of South African parents. In 1993 she swapped the rolling hills of Wiltshire for the wild Atlantic shores of Kerry.

Her songwriting takes personal themes from her life on the Dingle Peninsula and transforms them into beguiling stories that touch the soul.

The launch of Abigail’s debut album, ‘Lay Me Down’, will be a warm intimate evening of finely crafted songs that capture the essence of lyricists such as Elvis Costello and the power and purity of singers like Stevie Nicks.

The album has been described as “sensual, poetic and feminine” by Angelo Vaggi of Rolling Stone and Virgin Records.

He also noted: “What makes this album so precious is the elegant beauty within each song, something that could be naturally found in the best tracks of Leonard Cohen. Abigail is absolutely one of the best voices of the moment.”

From touring with her bad in Ireland and the UK to playing Other Voices and gigging in New Zealand, Abigail brings a powerful energy to her performances which audiences always passionately respond to. She recently graduated from Bath Spa University with a Masters in Songwriting.

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Eyes On The Skies

Drones are increasing in popularity, notes electrical and automation engineer Kevin O’Connell

EVER since people looked skywards and believed they could fly in some manner or form, there has been a fascination between people and flight.

Fast-forward to the 21st century and you will now see that drones capture and captivate young and old people’s attention like no other flying machine in the skies today.

Drones are every increasing in popularity for those seeking the thrills and spills of highspeed flight on a budget. One such drone currently available on the market is the DJI Mavic Pro Drone.

This device i s a marvel of aviation engineering, albeit in a compact form (H83mm x W83mm x L198mm, 743g).

In order to have eyes in the sky the drone is equipped with a front camera mounted on a three-axis gimbal. The camera has a 12MP still-shot camera resolution and 4k video resolution for all the budding videographers out there. The drone has rapid acceleration with a top speed of 65km/h, a flight distance of up to 7km and a flight time of 27 minutes. The drone has some very intelligent in built technology including an in-flight obstacle avoidance, follow me and return home system.

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New Universal Contour Detoxing Wrap Jill Duggan of Killarney Toning & Beauty Studio explains how this special treatment improves skin tone and texture If you are looking for the perfect detoxifying treatment combined with total relaxation this is the treatment for you. It’s an ideal treatment prior to holidays, wedding and Sparta tanning.

It’s actually a full body exfoliating treatment. The wrap begins using a luxurious sea salt and seaweed scrub.

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tone as well as texture.

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‘Vaccinations Are A Wonderful Tool Of Preventive Medicine’ Words: Trevor O’Donoghue A RECENT news story reported that a mother in the UK was ordered by the high court to vaccinate her two children. The mother had objected on the grounds that she was vegan and had been raising her children as such and that the vaccine was introducing pollutants into their bodies. The children’s father appealed to the court to force the mother to agree to vaccinate the children and thankfully in this instance the court agreed.

The has been a lot of talk in recent years about possible risks associated with vaccinations, in particular the autism risk associated with the MMR vaccine. The controversy surrounding this vaccination was generated by a paper published the esteemed medical journal The Lancet back in 1998 and by subsequent media reporting. In the paper, the author linked autism to the MMR vaccine. The media picked up the story and ran with it, and vaccination rates dropped. Unfortunately in the following years, rates of measles and mumps increased, with deaths of children occurring that were directly attributed to the lack of vaccinations. This included three deaths in Ireland in 2000.

To add insult to injury, it later transpired that the initial paper in The Lancet was fraudulent. The author was found to have conflicts of interest in that he had applied

for patents for competing vaccines. The Lancet took the step of discrediting the paper and formally withdrawing it. In 2012, a Cochrane review on dozens of previously published studies of over 14 million children found no credible evidence of an involvement of MMR with autism. Likewise further reviews in 2014 did not find any link between MMR vaccinations and autism or autism spectrum

disorders.

Yet to this day, there is a large anti-vaccination movement still convinced of the links and refusing to vaccinate their children. Not only does this put their own children at risk, but if the rate of vaccination uptake drops significantly, it can allow the diseases to gain footholds in the population, putting further lives at risk.

Vaccinations are a wonderful tool of

preventive medicine that allows us as a society and indeed as a planet to take active steps to manage our health and eradicate disease. We managed to do it with smallpox and we have dramatically reduced the impacts of a number of diseases. It behoves us as individuals and as responsible parents to do our bit to help eliminate disease from our society to put the health of our children first.

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Patrick – The 1916 Story of Captain Patrick O’Connor will be staged in the INEC on Thursday, May 11. Pic: Padraig Healy

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The drama based on the moving story of Patrick O’Connor is written and directed by journalist and author Aidan O’Connor, Rathmore, and depicts the final weeks of Patrick’s life

before he joined the GPO Garrison on Easter Monday, 1916.

The show ran in Rathmore Community Centre this time last year and such was the demand for tickets that an extra two nights were added to the original two-night run.

It was later presented to a packed-out INEC for two performances. “A year on people were still asking about it

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and talking about it,” Aidan told Killarney Advertiser. “It is a timeless love story.”

The talented cast of 90 actors, singers, musicians and stage crew are getting together again for the upcoming production with schools from across Ireland who have been swift to book their seats for the matinee show at 11am and there has also been huge

demand already for the evening show, at 8pm.

Aidan and cast and crew were overwhelmed by the response to the drama. “I think Patrick’s story has moved people because ultimately it’s a story of God and country, love and loss,” said Aidan.

To book contact the INEC on 0646671555.

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Community Spirit

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Support Groups In this weekly column, the clergy and members of the pastoral council offer an update on issues concerning the Church locally, nationally and globally

Life Through The Lens Of The Gospels

JOHN 20:19-31: ‘Peace be with you’ was the greeting of Jesus on meeting his frightened apostles. Who has come to you bringing peace at times when you were frightened? For whom have you been an agent of peace?

Thomas, doubting and questioning, is possibly a person with whom we can identify. What part have doubting and questioning played on your faith journey? How has your faith been strengthened by such moments?

Note the way Jesus dealt with Thomas. He did not give out because he doubted. He took him where he was and led him along to see the truth of his resurrection. Who has been that kind of a teacher for you, gently taking you where you were and leading you on to a deeper knowledge of some truth about life? For whom have you been that kind of teacher?

‘Blessed are they who have not seen and yet believed’. That requires great trust. Perhaps you have had the experience of being trusted without having had to prove every step along the way. What was it like to be trusted in that way? Who have you been able to trust in a similar manner?

John Byrne, OSA, Veritas

Musings

JESUS reveals himself with his wounds: his whole body was clean, beautiful and full of light but the wounds were and are still there, and when the Lord comes at the end of the world, we will see his wounds. Before he could believe, Thomas wanted to place his fingers in the wounds. He was stubborn.

But that was what the Lord wanted – a stubborn person to make us understand something greater.

Shalom

THE disciples in today’s Gospel must have been so excited to tell Thomas their news: ‘We have seen the Lord’. Sometimes, when we try to share something of our faith experience with others, we can meet similar responses – doubting, cynicism – we can even be made fun of. The Risen Jesus bears the wounds of his suffering and even invites Thomas to touch them, to get in touch with the reality of his suffering. We might recall times when we have been overwhelmed by pain but looking back on those times we can see that they sometimes brought us to a different place, to new life. Perhaps today recall those times of ‘wounded-ness’ – and hear Jesus’s ‘Peace be with you’, the promise that he is with you. The word ‘Peace’ (Shalom) is more than a wish for a good evening or peaceful day. It expresses the desire that the person receiving the blessing might be whole in body, mind and spirit.

The Risen Jesus brings a peace that is life-giving. The disciples were locked away, afraid, closed off from the world. When Jesus is present with them, their hearts are opened again, they rejoice. The Risen Jesus in today’s Gospel moves the disciples from total fear and despair to ‘rejoicing’. The same Risen Jesus is active in all our lives and in the world around us.

In the words of Margaret Silf: “Life will always prevail, through all the layers of death in which we try to contain it.”

Jane Mellet, Veritas

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COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Eucharistic adoration.

Church of the Resurrection-Tuesday 10.00am-10.00pm. St. Mary’s Cathedral Wednesday 10.30-6.00pm.

St. Columbanus Church-Thursday 6.30 -7.30pm. The Friary-Friday 2.00-7.00pm.

The Friary-Sunday 6.00-7.00pm METHODIST CHURCH, EAST AVENUE Sunday worship 9am & 11am; Prayer meetings Tuesday & Thursday 8am -9am; Parent & Toddler 10am - 12 noon (term-time); Wednesday 7.30pm Bible Study; Friday 11am Bible Study, 12noon Lunch. During December Friday morning Christmas Day service at 11AM Watchnight Service 31st December @ 11.15PM AWARE KILLARNEY DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP Aware Depression Support Group meets: Killarney - Mondays, KDYS at 8pm. Aware Support Groups are free to attend, no referral necessary. www. aware.ie Tralee Venue:Parish Centre, St. John’s Church Tuesday 8pm – 9pm EPILEPSY IRELAND

The next support meeting for people with Epilepsy will be held at the Epilepsy Ireland office, Park Road o Thursday next Tuesday 22nd November at 10.30am (The next meeting for parents will be held on December 6th at 10.30am) Please contact Kathryn at 064-630301 for further details KERRY POSITIVE OPTION CRISIS PREGNANCY COUNSELLING SERVICE

Free - confidential - non judgemental services. All options explored. Killarney Southwest Counselling Centre Emmett’s Road, Killarney Tel: 064 6636416.

Open: Monday to Friday 9am -5pm.Saturday 10am-1pm. Funded by the HSE Crisis Pregnancy Programme.

KERRY RAPE AND SEXUAL ABUSE CENTRE

provides a free professional counselling and support service for female and male survivors of sexual violence and their families in a safe and confidential environment with highly qualified and professional counsellors. It can be contacted by freephone 1800-633333 or by email krcc@eircom.net KILLARNEY AL ANON The Killarney Al Anon meetings are held Tuesday nights at 8.30pm, also Thursday morning at 11am in St Claire’s, Vincent De Paul Building, Tesco

Car Park, Beech Road, Killarney.

Contact Mairead 087-7808106.

MS SUPPORT GROUP A support group for people with MS meets every Wednesday 11am to 1pm, at MS Meeting Rooms, Cheshire Homes Killarney.

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

GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH

Please note Sunday worship time is now changed to 10.45am at the Killarney Cultural Centre (East Avenue Rd.) Prayer and Bible study meeting Wednesday 8pm. at various homes.

For more information tel. 6632600 or 6635461. Psalm 119:105 ‘Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” https://www.facebook. com/KillarneyBaptistChurch.org ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS If you think you have a problem with alcohol please contact 066-7128720 or 087-0522911.

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

SOUTH KERRY PARKINSON’S The South Kerry Parkinson’s support Group next meeting is on 13th March, 2017, at Our Lady of Lourdes Nursing Home Kilcummin at 7.30pm where parkinsons nurse from Dublin Nicola will be the speaker. Please note, no meeting that night in Killarney. All are welcome.

For further information please contact Grace McCrae, president, 064-7758837.

MUCKROSS I.C.A. Monthly meeting of Muckross guild of I.C.A. takes place on monday 13th February at 7.45pm in Loughquittane N.S. Annual quiz night.

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Friday, 28th April, at 8.30pm

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Lifestyle

21.04.17

Killarney Advertiser’s resident cartoonist Martin Carey gives his take on familiar faces and places

Grace Notes Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway Killarney singer and singing teacher Grace Foley says she has been living by this quote for the past couple of years

THIS quote has gotten me through many times of self doubt and it has stopped me from running away from what scares me. I have become the kind of person that tries to face my demons head on, even though I would love nothing more than to take the easy way out sometimes!

I think artists have to face a very specific type of fear. This fear can turn a work of art into a meaningless object in the eyes of the creator. This fear is the fear of not being good enough. They say you can never love another until you truly love yourself and I think this is particularly true in the life of a person who creates for a living.

I found that my frame of mind began to change

when I gave myself a break from the self-criticism. I then began to actually compliment myself for my achievements, whether they be big or small.

Sometimes we deserve self-praise for even attempting something. It is a hard pill to swallow when we realise that we may not be at out strongest as we take on fear but we can only improve by facing it time and time again.

In the past, fear was my foe and now fear is my biggest motivator. In my line of work I never know for sure where my next pay check is coming from, or if it will come at all, but I cannot let that type of fear stop me now. I have begun to have the same type of respect for myself that I would for a friend and so I must continue to show myself kindness. Be your own friend. Help yourself on your own journey through fear.

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Grace’s website is gracefoley.ie

TOP 12 NEW RELEASES • Fantastic Beasts & Where to Find Them • Don’t Breathe • Nocturnal Animals • The Accountant • The Light Between Oceans • Lights Out

• The Shallows • Jack Reacher 2 • Dr. Strange • Inferno • Free State of jones • Trolls

Stephen Lyne Foundation Coffee Morning THE Stephen Lyne Foundation is hosting its annual coffee morning on Friday, April 28, at 10.30am to 12pm in The Brehon hotel. The main sponsor is Kerry Drain Services.

Stephen’s mother Lotte said: “We are planning a great morning with entertainment, great prizes to be won and also an auction to be held. Among the items to be auctioned off is a signed Kerry jersey.”

All are welcome.

Appointments Rock Rd, Killarney T: 064-6636405

We are currently recruiting for the following positions Full time and Part-Time

Accommodation Assistants Breakfast Waiter / Waitress Wash-Up Experience Desirable Apply by email to info@ashvillekillarney.com or post C.V to above address

High Street, Killarney

FULL TIME / PART TIME

DELI STAFF REQUIRED Must be flexible, for weekend work

Please send CV to daybreakhighstreet@yahoo.com

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• SOUS CHEF

• PART TIME BREAKFAST CHEF/COOK • DINING ROOM SUPERVISOR • ACCOMMODATION ASSISTANTS FULL TIME / PART TIME

Applications by email to info@killarneyfairview.com The Fairview, College Street, Town Centre, Killarney.

Tel: 064 6634164 | Web: www.killarneyfairview.com

Tralee Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry

Wanted

CHEF

(Min 3 years experience) for busy carvery, bar food & tour business MUST BE FLUENT IN ENGLISH

Please contact: Stephen Dermody GM manager@killarneycourthotel.com or drop in your C.V.

6 Main Street, Killarney.

NOW RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS

• SENIOR SOUS CHEF • CHEF DE PARTIE

All year round employment 3/4 years experience in similar roles

• BAR & RESTAURANT PERSONNEL Previous bar & restaurant experience preferred

Applications by email to: info@macsofmainstreet.com www.macsofmainstreet.com

Appointments

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Muckross Road,

Killarney, Co. Kerry The Killarney Oaks Hotel are now accepting applications for the following positions:

:: EXPERIENCED FOOD & BEVERAGE PERSONNEL AND CHEFS OF ALL GRADES Apply in house with C.V or email: info@killarneyoaks.com

Experienced person required for

Breakfast Waitressing/ Housekeeping Please email CV to: info@kathleens.net T: 064 6632810 from 9-11am or 6-8pm

Full Time GUESTHOUSE ASSISTANT

Required

✓ Experience is essential. ✓ Must have fluent English. ✓ Computing skills and flexible on time. ✓ Good with guests and a Team player.

Please forward your CV to

castlelodge@eircom.net

Town Centre Killarney

WANTED

FULL TIME WAITRESSES ・Experience Essential ・Fluent English ・No slpit shifts ・Immediate start Phone: 064-6631128 or email C.V to:

theflesk14mainstreet@gmail.com

Appointments

21.04.17

The Europe is looking for new Staff Members to join its Award Winning Team We are currently recruiting for the following rewarding positions:

Accommodation Assistants - Must have 6-12 months experience Turndown Assistants - Must be available for evening shifts Concierge/Hall Porter - Previous Hotel or Customer Experience Bar & Restaurant - Previous Bar / Restaurant Experience Preferred Front Office Receptionist - Previous Hotel Experience & Opera an advantage Spa Attendant - Excellent customer care

Applications by Email only to: jobs@killarneyhotels.ie The Europe Hotel & Resort, Fossa, Killarney, Co Kerry

THE SMOKE HOUSE

chefs

required full time & part time positions email: brownislandacc@gmail.com or drop in your cv to no.8 college street killarney

We’re hiring

Floor Staff Full & Part Time Positions email: brownislandacc@gmail.com or drop cv to 8 High Street, killarney

Appointments

21.04.17

Danù Childcare Rathmore Are recruiting for the following position:

RELIEF CHILDCARE WORKER Minimum fetac level 5 Closing date Tuesday 2nd May 2017 at 5pm Please apply with C.V. to Danu Childcare, Rathmore, Co Kerry Or Email danurathmore@gmail.com. Completed Applications should be returned no later than 5pm on Tuesday, 2nd May

Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa is currently recruiting for the following positions:

Food & Beverage Personnel – Part time accommodation assistants – Part time night Porter – Part time Must have previous experience in a similar role.

If you would like to join our award-winning team please forward your full CV with letter of application today to: BBrennan@aghadoeheights.com

Open All Year Round

Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa, Lakes of Killarney, Co. Kerry | Tel: 064 66 31766 | Web: www.aghadoeheights.com

“The Killarney Advertiser is always our first port of call when recruiting staff for any position. We appreciate it has a large readership in Killarney and the surrounds so we are guaranteed at a reasonable cost to reach a large audience.”

Randles Hotels

KILLARNEY ADVERTISER IS THE GO-TO PUBLICATION FOR RECRUITMENT ADVERTISING IN THE GREATER KILLARNEY AREA The town’s employers trust the Killarney Advertiser to attract the best local candidates

Do you know?

“Malone Hegarty has been using the Killarney Advertiser’s Appointments section for several years and is very pleased with the results it delivers.”

Malone Hegarty Solicitors “Killarney Advertiser is the ideal place for recruitment advertising. With a wide local readership and appeal, it is excellent for recruiting in all departments.”

Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa “O’Donoghue Ring Hotels have used the Killarney Advertiser for recruitment advertising for many years. It provides our business with a stream of consistently high calibre candidates across all skill sets and at all levels of seniority. The service they provide is excellent and we look forward to advertising with them for years to come.”

O’Donoghue Ring Hotels “The Gleneagle Group has used the Appointments section of the Killarney Advertiser for decades. We continue to do so as it consistently proves to be a direct and cost-effective recruitment tool. Our applicants regularly cite the Advertiser as the source of their job application.”

The Gleneagle Group

That 85% of our readers check the appointments section each week, that’s 26,000+ people!

We are No. 1 for recruitment advertising in the Killarney area.

Contact Linde on 064 6632215 for advice on advertising.

Notices

21.04.17

Property Letting & Selling

Knocknagoshel Clinic: Walsh’s Bar

3rd Thursday of every month at 6pm

Brosna Clinic: The Sportsfield Bar

3rd Thursday every month at 6.30pm

Castleisland Clinic: River Island Hotel

Last Friday every month at 7pm

Healy-Rae’s Bar 10pm-11pm every Sunday

To Let : 3 Bedroom house in Rathmore.

Contact Roger: 086-8136888 To Let : Double Room, 5 mins walk form town. Ring: 0879034130.

To Let : Well located storage shed 600 sq. ft. approx. Located down lane-way just off the Muckross Road. Ideal as a storage unit, workshop etc or may also suit alternate use. Excellently located near the centre of Killarney Town. €100 p.w. Ph. Walter 0834031678 To Let : 3 bedroom farm house, oil and solid wood heating, furnished/unfurnished, Barradubh area, Ring: 087-1360305.

To Let : House to let 6 miles north of Killarney.

Would suit a working couple. No pets, no texts, no private numbers. Ring: 087-6380294 To Let : Single room to let, suit female professional. In quiet location, 5 mins from town centre, mod cons, furnished. Ring: 087-9982714.

Available : Single room in shared house, Cahernane Meadows. Long-term, fully furnished. Sharing with other polish people.

Ring: 0872314415.

Wanted : House and apartments in and around Killarney for management and letting. Tel. Roger 086-8136888.

Did you know

that you can rent a room in your house and earn up to e12,000 tax free??

UNDER THE RENT A ROOM RELIEF SCHEME

We are a Killarney Hotel group looking to source accommodation for seasonal employees for this year If you are interested in renting out a room to a staff member please contact us at the box office no: 3026

Garden Magic Summer Is Almost Here Debby Looney has some advice on how to enjoy a year-round display of colour

When the weather is fine, we all have a tendency to think summer has arrived – I certainly fall victim to this! However, regardless of the fact that supermarkets and garden centres are stocking summer bedding, it is still too cold to plant these out...

By all means plant up baskets, window boxes and pots, but do take them in at night.

Dicentra spectabilis, now renamed as Lamprocapnos spectabilis is one of the garden beauties out at the moment. Also known as bleeding heart, its foliage is feathery and its arching pink flowers are so elegant. It grows very well in woodland plantings and shade. It is also one of the few perennials not affected by slugs!

Geranium phaeum is also coming into its own now, dark purple markings on green foliage, coupled with burgundy flowers, it is one of the earliest geraniums to appear. Vinca minor is also a plant I would not be without. Blue flowers almost all year round atop green, or variegated foliage, it is a great spreader on banks and over drystone walls.

Hostas are beginning to appear, and as they emerge it is a good time to divide them. Using a sharp spade cut cleanly through the existing clump and replant the new piece in ground mixed with some compost. Gladioli and lilies should be planted by now for a good show. Any winter flowering heathers should be cut back as they finish looking good, and preferably before they start growing again. There are some very nice varieties of spring heathers available at the moment, such as Callun vulgaris ‘Spring Torch’, ‘Kerstin’ and ‘Lemon Queen’, for example. The new shoots on these can vary from bright red or pink to pale yellow and cream. Interplanting heathers with conifers is a classic way to display both, using a pretty Picea such as ‘Daisy’s white’ or Juniper ‘Blue Star’ is very effective. You will have a year-round display of colour, with minimum work!

• Got a gardening question?

Contact Debby Looney on barnhillgarden@gmail.com

€20 Million In Funding Available For Rural Towns And Villages THE Government has announced €20 million in funding for rural towns and villages as part of the Action Plan for Rural Development.

Leas-Chathaoirleach, Senator Paul Coghlan said this funding will bring tangible benefits to people and revitalise rural communities in Kerry.

“The funding announced this week by Minister for Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Heather Humphreys, is great news for rural Ireland and I strongly encourage Kerry County Council to apply.

“The Town and Village Renewal Scheme is an initiative under the Government’s Action Plan for Rural Development, Realising our Rural Potential, and is part of a package of national and local support measures

to rejuvenate rural towns and villages throughout Ireland.”

The Scheme will be funded by the Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs and administered by the Local Authorities.

“Fine Gael in Government is using the resources created by our strong economy to deliver real benefits to people and communities all across the country.

The Government’s new Action Plan for Rural Ireland contains over 270 targeted actions that will help to deliver these benefits to people here in Kerry.

“Up to 300 towns and villages will benefit from funding under the 2017 Town and Village Renewal Scheme, which will be made available through Local Authorities over the next 15 months to support rural

regeneration.

“The scheme is specifically targeted at rural towns and villages with populations of less than 10,000.

Applications from towns can range from €20,000 to a maximum of €100,000. Funding of up to €200,000 will also be considered for a limited number of projects which can deliver exceptionally strong economic benefit to a town and its outlying areas.

“A number of towns and villages across Kerry were badly affected by the recession of recent years and part of Fine Gael’s Action Plan will review planning legislation to allow the change of use of vacant commercial properties in rural towns and villages. I hope to see this having an impact in towns across the county.”

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Safety

Motorsport

Europe To Force Car Makers To Fit Life-Saving Tech

Car-makers could be forced to introduce new mandatory safety equipment on all cars sold in Europe to slash road deaths to fewer than 15,000 by 2020.

Currently, the death rate within Europe in 2015 was more than 26,000 having decreased from 35,360 in 2009 and 76,650 in 1990.

The decline, says the European Commission, is due to the introduction of mandatory safety features like airbags and ABS. Now the Commission, which is responsible for proposing new laws in Europe, believe it’s time to shift the emphasis from reducing to avoiding an accident altogether.

The European Commission has created a “wish list” that it hopes car manufacturers will make standard on its vehicles. If it doesn’t, it will make them mandatory.

Top of the list is autonomous emergency braking that automatically brakes if the car thinks you haven’t spotted a car in front braking hard. Also lane departure warning is to become standard on all cars sold within the Eurozone.

Standard driver drowsiness and distracted driving detection is on the list even on the cheapest models within the next five years. Alcohol interlocks that require a breath test before you can drive your vehicle plus new crash tests to improve pedestrian survival rates with trucks and cars are other measures that safety experts want the Commission to introduce.

Greater economies of scale could see the equipment standard on all the cars we buy, although the cost of all the new safety kit is likely to be passed on to consumers.

Ferrari On Top Again Ferrari has made its best start to a Formula 1 season for a decade, winning two of the first three races. Not since Michael Schumacher in 2004, the year of the great German’s record seventh world title, has one Ferrari driver done that.

Vettel’s switch from Red Bull Racing to the Italian team at the time seemed to have been a mistake, but now it’s looking like a masterstroke.

Last Sunday’s win in Bahrain has brought the challenge to Mercedes and Lewis Hamilton, who have dominated the sport over the last three years.

Ferrari’s early form this season is clearly showing that

they are back to their winning ways.

The new owners of F1, Liberty Media set out their stall in wanting to make the sport more exciting. The revived battle at the front will most definitely do that.

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Diesel

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2014/1 TOYOTA AVENSIS 2.0 D4D GREEN

2011 TOYOTA COROLLA 1.4 D4D

1.5 TDCI NCT 2017

1.9 TDI 7 SEATER NCT 2018

1.5 TDCI TOM TOM NCT 2019

1.33 PETROL

2009 FORD FOCUS

1.8 TDCI ZETEC, NCT 2017, TAX 2016

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2001 TOYOTA YARIS 1.0 5 DOOR ( NCT 2018)

2007 TOYOTA AURIS 1.4 D4D LUNA H/B NCT 2018

2.0 DSL NCT 2019 SILVER

1.6 STRATA. (NCT 2018)

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2012 TOYOTA AURIS

1.9 VAN BLUE

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2007 TOYOTA AVENSIS

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2.0 TDCI NCT 2019

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2011 RENAULT SCENIC

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2009 FORD MONDEO

1.6 TDI NCT 2019

1.4 D4D NCT 2019 BRONZE

2011 RENAULT FLUENCE

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2008 SEAT ALHAMBRA

2013/1 VW PASSAT

2013/1 TOYOTA AURIS

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2008 VW CADDY RED 1.9 TDI LWB

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2007 TOYOTA CAROLLA NCT 2017

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2003 TOYOTA COROLLA 1.4 H/BRITISH NCT 2018

Volkswagen Boosts Forecast Transit Goes As the saying goes, ‘there is no such thing a bad publicity’ and that is very true for the Volkswagen Group who have announced an extraordinary surge in revenues for the first quarter of 2017 as it looks to move on from the darkest days of the ‘Dieselgate’ exhaust emissions infamy in the US. The Group Operating Result of €4.4

billion for the first three months of 2017 was underscored by a contribution of €0.9 billion from the Volkswagen brand which enjoyed increased profitability in Europe.

While the group’s interim report will be released on May 3, a statement from Volkswagen pointed to profit growth between six and seven per cent for the full 2017 sales year.

Automatic

Both Ford’s 130 PS and 170 PS Transits are now available with a new six-speed SelectShift automatic transmission as part of a number of updates to the Blue Oval’s range of workhorse vans.

Both the current Transit and smaller Transit Custom vans were previously only available with a six-speed manual transmission; however, some front-wheel drive variants can now be optioned with a six-speed auto as well as a new, more efficient 2.0-litre EcoBlue turbo-diesel engine.

This is designed to provide a smooth and relaxing driving experience, especially in busy stop-start traffic. The transmission allows you to change gear manually if you prefer, using the fascia-mounted gearshift. It also provides the ability to lock out gears in more challenging driving conditions, e.g. on slippery surfaces or steep gradients.

The other rear-drive Transit models will continue to be available with only six-speed manual transmission and the existing 2.2-litre engine.

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FASTFINDER Deadline For This Section Is Tuesday 5.30pm

FOR SALE: 2007 Volkswagen passat 1.6 FSI petrol estate. Excellent condition, non smoking lady owner. Isofix. 2 keys. Nct until 06/03/2018 Tax until 04/2017 Private Sale. 086 0417228 anytime. €3550 Mileage 163,000 km, Transmission Manual NCT Expiry Mar 2018, Previous Owners 2 Country of Reg. Ireland

MONDEO DIESELS 141KY1376 Titanium, 1.6, Black Metallic, 97,000kms 132TS11 Zetec 1.6, Grey Metallic, 95,000kms

FOCUS DIESELS 161 KY2033 Zetec, Silver Metallic, 24,000kms 161C5403 Titanium, Beige Metallic, 18,000kms 151KY1033 Zetec 5Door, Black Metallic, 18,000kms 151L2183 Titanium, White, 39,000kms 151C6746 Titanium, Grey Metallic, 4 Door, 41,000kms 151C1212 Style, Silver Metallic, 40,000kms 151C932 Style, Blue Metallic, 41,000kms

FIESTA DIESELS

FOR SALE: Renault master long wheel base, Tax and tested, 126000 genuine miles, 2 owners from new, Tyres 80%, Roof rack, Tow bar, Bluetooth, Van will not be faulted, Drives 100%, Reason for selling- bought a new master, Any test welcome, will not be faulted, Serviced regularly, €4200+ vat, No texts or private numbers.

Call: 087-2948944 FOR SALE: Toyota previa, 7 seater, PMO, Ring: 0872788808.

FOR SALE: 03 Yaris, very clean, nct tested April 2018, tax until June. Ring: 0866618404.

151KY1178 Titanium, Blue Metallic, 22,000kms 12KY579 Zetec, Silver Metallic, 78,000kms

FIESTA PETROLS 161KY850 Titanium, Candy Blue, 7,000kms 161KY210 Zetec, Grey Metallic, 46,000kms 151D31238 ST 1.6, 182 PS, 3 Door, Red, 46,000kms SOLD 151KY2232 Titanium, Silver Metallic, 13,000kms 142KY331 Zetec, Silver Metallic, 15,000kms 131KY989 Zetec, Silver Metallic, 28,000kms 11KY2114 Style, Silver Metallic, 82,000kms

OTHER MAKES & MODELS 151KY479 Hyundai i30, Deluxe, 1.6 Dsl, 1 Owner, Blue Met, 25,000kms 141 KY398, Citreon Multispace, 1 .6 Diesel, 1 Owner, Grey Met, 84,000Kms 141C7694 Hyundai i40 Executive, 1.7 Dsl, 1 Owner, White, 78,000 Miles 141C3184 Dacia Duster Signature, 1.5 Dsl, White, 70,000Kms

VANS Contact:

JOHN FLEMING Crash Repair Service Upper Lissivigeen, Killarney, Co. Kerry

Tel 064 6625444 Mobile 087 2506631 Complete Crash Repair Service Low bake oven, Car Sales and Servicing, 24 hour recovery, Trade enquiries welcome Insurance Claims Handled EPA Certified Operator

162KY 808 Ford Courier Trend 1 . 5 TD 1OOKms 141C 2065 Citroen Nemo HD, 75 PS, 1.3 Diesel, Blue, 64,000kms 141KY979 Astra Van, 1.3 Diesel, Silver Metallic, 5,000kms

BUSES 151035795 Custom LWB, 9 Seater, Silver Metallic, 27,000kms 142C4364 Custom LWB, 8 Seater, Silver Metallic, 29,000kms 142T97 Volkswagen Shuttle, 6 Seater, Wheelchair Accessible, GreyMetallic, 49,000kms

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Letters

21.04.17

Moments in Time

Picture supplied by Moments In Time

The Aghadoe Heights Hotel in the 1960s.

Letters

Trócaire Says Lenten Campaign More Important Than Ever TRÓCAIRE has thanked people from Kerry for supporting its 2017 Lenten campaign, which comes to an end this week. The organisation is reminding people that Trócaire boxes can be returned to parishes across the county.

Schools, individuals and parishes from Kerry have been incredibly supportive of Trócaire this Lent, from taking Trócaire boxes into their homes to welcoming speakers from Trócaire to share information and stories about

the people and communities at the heart of the campaign.

The Lenten campaign this year highlighted Trócaire’s humanitarian work with people who are facing grave threats from floods, droughts, other natural disasters and conflict. We can see from the current situation in Africa that this work is even more crucial now. Millions of people are facing starvation because of drought and conflict. Trócaire is working in Somalia, South Sudan, Ethiopia and Kenya to try

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week. We would be extremely grateful if anyone who has a Trocaire box at home or in work could kindly drop it back to their local parish and we can start putting these generous donations into action.

To find out more about Trócaire’s Lenten campaign or to make a donation visit trocaire.org or call 1850 408 408.

David O’Hare, Trocaire, Via email

Letters

Concern At Lack Of ‘Dedicated Obstetric Theatre’ I RECENTLY raised with the Minister for Health the concerning fact that University Hospital Kerry has no dedicated obstetric theatre for expectant mothers and their unborn babies.

Tralee maternity ward is as busy as any maternity hospital in the country and it is not good enough that they do not have the equipment to be able to diagnose problems that can occur with the unborn child. I have been approached by several parents who have claimed that if this service was available to them during their pregnancy they would have been able to prepare themselves and other family members for arrival of their baby.

to save lives in the face of what the UN has described as the greatest humanitarian disaster since World War Two. This work, and work in many other developing countries, is only possible because of the generous donations made by people from across Ireland. Each and every cent placed in the Trócaire box can make the difference between life and death for people who are barely surviving.

Parishes across the country will receive returned Trócaire boxes from this

In the reply from the HSE has been confirmed that the provision of a dedicated theatre forms part of a capital submission that has been finalised

by UHK and is due for consideration by the South West Hospital group for approval and escalation to the acute hospital division and once approval is provided, this submission will then be escalated for consideration for funding.

While this is all positive news, and I welcome it, it is vital that once approved that funding is provided and that the hospital is not left waiting for funding for years.

Michael Healy-Rae, TD, Sandymount, Kilgarvan

University Closed But Hungarians Have A Right To Prevent Foreign Interference In response to Sean Kelly MEP’s letter (Concern at Closure of Central European University, Budapest - 14th April), and as somebody opposed to George Soros’ funding of Ireland’s pro-abortion lobby, I can understand why the Hungarian Government is opposed to the same imperialist source of foreign funding of Budapest’s very fine Central European University.

Only recently, as a result of objections to Ireland’s Standards in Public Office Commission of Soros’s political imperialist funding of the Abortion Rights Campaign, that organisation was forced to return the foreign money.

Why should Hungarians not enjoy the same right to prevent foreign interference in their internal politics?

Alan Whelan, Beaufort

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BEAZLEY

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MORIARTY

O’LEARY

In prayerful and loving memory of dear Nuala who died on 20th April 1983.

In loving memory of Chris Kearney Late of Knocknahoe, Killarney Who died on 19th April, 2000. RIP.

‘Lord may Nuala live forever young in the happiness of your kingdom.’

Sadly missed by her brother John, her sister in law Ellen and nieces Eimear, Liadh, Sorcha and Roisin.

24TH & 28TH ANNIVERSARY BUCKLEY

A special day, another year A loving thought, a silent tear A little prayer to keep in touch With Chris the one we love And miss so very much We cannot bring the old days back But carry on until one day We may be reunited in a blessed eternity.

Sadly missed and always In our hearts every day.

From all your loving Family.

In loving memory of a wonderful Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother Catherine (Kitty) Moriarty, Clash, Lissivigeen, Killarney who departed from this world on 25th April 1997. R.I.P. You never said I’m leaving You never said goodbye, You were gone before I knew it, And only God knows why, A million times I needed you, A million times I cried If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died.

So dearly loved and sadly missed by your loving husband Gene.

In loving memory of my dear father Jerry Buckley late of 12 St. Brendan’s Place who died on the 16th of April 1993 and my dear brother John Buckley late of 65 St. Brendan’s Place who died on the 15th of April 1989.

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

Sadly missed by Jeremiah, Patricia And family.

3RD ANNIVERSARY CRONIN

34TH AND 22ND ANNIVERSARIES MORIARTY

Those who meant the most to us, Are never really gone, For in our thoughts and in our hearts, Their memory still lives on, A silent thought, a quiet prayer, For 2 special parents in God’s care.

So sadly missed by your loving family At home and abroad

Sadly missed by your daughters Mary Frances and Eileen, Son Timmie, Sons-inlaw Paudie and Neil and Daughter-in-law Therese.

It does not take a special day, To bring you to our mind, For a day without a thought of you, Would be very hard to find.

Your beautiful spirit continues To live within our hearts As we cherish the memories.

Love and miss you everyday, From all the family.

4TH ANNIVERSARY CULLOTY

In loving memory of Michael Culloty Maulykevane, Headford, Killarney who died on the 18th of April 2013. R.I.P. Someone we love has gone away, And life is not the same, The greatest gift that you can give, Is just to speak Dad’s name.

We need to hear the stories, And the tales of days gone past, We need for you to understand, These memories will last forever.

Sadly missed and never forgotten by your loving daughters and their families.

Anniversary Mass Fri 28th April 2017 at 7.30pm in Gneeveguilla Church.

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In loving memory of Michael F. Murphy late of Kilquane Headford, Killarney, who died on April 18th 2000.

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

10TH ANNIVERSARY WATERMAN

In loving memory of Daniel Waterman, who died on 22nd April 2007.

Time may pass and fade away But silent thoughts and memories stay No longer in our lives to stay But in our hearts you are always there.

Always in our hearts Mum and Dad Lauren and Barry, Luke, Lucy, Paul, Jessica, Keira and Matthew.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday 25th of April at 9.30am in the Church of The Resurrection, Park Road.

You have said O Divine Jesus, ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the doo0r shall be opened to you. Relying on these promises, I come with confidence during this novena to beg of you the favours that I need (make request).

For whom shall I ask Lord Jesus, if not from you whose heart is an unfailing source of graces and merits. Most loving heart of my God. I believe in your power, I believe in your knowledge I believe in your personal love for me, and therefore O Sacred heart of Jesus I place all my trust in you. Our father, Hail Mary and Glory, say 3 times for 3 days must promise publication. Initials: F

O’LEARY

MURPHY

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 29th April In Rathmore Church at 6.00pm.

Anniversary Mass, Saturday 29th April at 7.30pm in St Gertrude’s Church Firies.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

6TH ANNIVERSARY 17TH ANNIVERSARY

Always remembered by your Loving wife Anne and family.

Always remembered by your GrandChildren and Great-Grand-Children.

Anniversary Mass Tuesday 25th of April at 7pm in Fossa church.

In loving memory of Antoinette Cronin, Shinnagh, Rathmore who passed away on April 25th 2014.

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

You gave us everything you hold, Your time, your love, your care, You never asked for anything And you were always there, Your needs were simple, Your wants were few, If your family were happy Then so were you.

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

In loving memory of Denis O’Leary, Coolbane, Ballyhar, Killarney who died 25th April 2007.

In loving memory of John O’Leary Clounts, Rathmore, who died on 21st April 2011.

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

On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Loved and remembered always by your wife Kathleen and family.

Always remembered by your family, grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family.

Anniversary Mass St. Joseph’s Church Rathmore on Saturday 22ND of April at 6pm (Vigil).

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

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. J.M

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.

PRAYER TO SAINT JUDE May the Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, glorified, loved and throughout the world now & forever. Sacred Heart of Jesus pray for us. St. Jude, Healer of the hopeless, pray for us. St. Jude, worker of miracles, pray for us. Amen. (Say this prayer 9 times a day for 9 days, by the 9th day prayer will be answered, it has never been known to fail - publication must be promised.) M.H

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART You have said O Divine Jesus, ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the doo0r shall be opened to you. Relying on these promises, I come with confidence during this novena to beg of you the favours that I need (make request).

For whom shall I ask Lord Jesus, if not from you whose heart is an unfailing source of graces and merits. Most loving heart of my God. I believe in your power, I believe in your knowledge I believe in your personal love for me, and therefore O Sacred heart of Jesus I place all my trust in you. Our father, Hail Mary and Glory, say 3 times for 3 days must promise publication. Initials: M.M

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21.04.17 BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

O’RIORDAN

O’RIORDAN

O’RIORDAN

Cherished memories of a loving Mom and Nana Mary O’Riordan late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, whose birthday occurs on 21st of April.

In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney whose birthday occurs on the 21st of April.

In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, whose birthday occurs on the 21st April.

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

Forgive me Lord if I cry, I never wanted My Mom to die, with a broken heart I whisper low, I love you Mom and Miss you so, I would give the world

Your needs in life were simple, Your love for us was true, As long as we were happy, You were happy too.

If I could say, I am calling to see My Mom today.

To hear her voice, to see her smile, To sit and talk to her awhile,

You were always there When we needed you, No task too great or small, With willing hands and a loving heart,

She gave us all she had to give, Gifts both big and small, but most Of all she gave us love, The greatest gift of all.

For us you did it all, You left us golden memories, Your love is still a guide, Although we cannot see you,

Sadly missed and always loved by your daughter Annie, son-in-law Pius and grandchildren Ceilie, Saoirse and Annah. xxxx

Time may hide the sadness Like a smile that hides a tear But memories last forever of a Mom we loved so dear A silent thought, a quiet prayer For a special person in God’s care Thank you for the years we shared The love you gave the way you cared Always so thoughtful, gentle and kind The loveliest of memories left behind.

The flame of a candle is our gift to you, With lots of love and prayers too.

Happy birthday Mom Love Sheila xxxx Happy birthday Nana Love Paul xxxx

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’RIORDAN

You are always by our side, A loving nature and a heart of gold, These are the memories we Will always hold.

Happy birthday Mom Loved always by your daughter Bernie, son in law Mohamed and granddaughters Allanah and Laila xxx

Cherished memories of a loving Mom Mary O’Riordan late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney whose birthday occurs on the 21st of April.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’RIORDAN

If I could have a lifetime wish A dream that could come true I’d pray to God with all my heart for yesterday and you.

Your photograph I treasure, That’s all I have to touch, Of a Mom I love with all my heart And miss so very much.

Your presence we miss, Your memories we treasure, Loving you always Nana Forgetting you never Happy Birthday Mom Love John & Family xxxxxx

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’RIORDAN

NOVENA PRAYER IN HONOUR OF ST. JUDE THADDEAUS In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney whose birthday occurs on the 21st of April.

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

Birthday remembrance of Mary O’Riordan late of Ballydribeen, Killarney, whose birthday occurs on The 21st of April.

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.

Silent thoughts sincere and through From a sister who thought The world of you No longer in my life to share But in my heart you are always there.

Always remembered by your sister Cait, brother in law Paudie and family.

Always remembered by your sister Nora

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’RIORDAN

O’RIORDAN

O’RIORDAN

Cherished memories of a loving Mom and Nana Mary O’Riordan late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, whose birthday occurs on 21st of April.

As I opened my eyes this morning I looked to the heavens above I whispered, “Happy Birthday, Mom”, And sent you all our love All our lives we will miss you As the years come and go But in our hearts you will live forever, Because we love you so.

Always loved and remembered By your daughter Noreen, son-in-law Ger and grandchildren Sarah and Laura xxxxxxx

In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney whose birthday occurs on the 21st of April.

In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan, Ballydribbeen, whose birthday occurs on 21st April.

I lost my life companion, A life linked to my own, Day by day I pray for you, As I walk this life alone.

When this should be your special day, With cards and presents too, There is nothing now but memories, And photographs of you.

Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

The house you left is lonely now, And I am lonely too, Those left behind are good and kind, But my heart still aches for you,

A birthday wish I send today, But not on a card the usual way, It’s written in gold on a cloud above, And sent to you with all my love.

With a broken heart I wish you, A happy birthday and Send you all my love.

Love always Mary, Sean, grandchildren and great-granddaughters. xxxx Love always Rita, John, Lisa and Leanne. xxxxx

Your husband Sean xxxxx

St. Jude, glorious Apostle, faithful servant and friend of Jesus! the name of the traitor has caused thee to be forgotten by many, but the Church honours and invokes thee universally as the patron of hopeless cases - of matters despaired of. Pray for me who is so miserable; make use, I implore thee, to bring visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolations and succour of heven in all my neessities, tribulations and sufferings, particularly (here make your request) and that I may bless your request God with thee and all the elect through eternity.

I promise thee, O blessed Jude, to be ever mindful of this favour, and I will never cease to honour thee as m special and powerful patron and to all in my power to encourage devotion to thee Amen. St. Jude, pray fo rus and for all who invoke thy aid, St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! Pray for us, that we may appease the Divine Justice and obtain a favourable judgement, Pray for us that we may be admitted into the company of hte blessed to rejoice in the presence of God forever Amen. Blessed Apostle, with confidence we invoke thee! Blessed Apostle, with confidence we invoke thee! Blessed Apostle with confidence we invoke thee! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! Pray for us that before death we may expiate all our sins by sincere repentance and the worthy reception of the Holy Sacrament.

C.O.C .

thee! Blessed Apostle, with confidence Glorious St. Jude Thaddeus: by those privileges with which you were adorned in your lifetime- your kinship with the Lord Jesus according to the flesh and your vocation as an Apostle- and by that glory which is yours now in heaven, intercede for me with the Giver of all good and perfect gifts that i may obtain the grace of which I stand in need.

(Mention your specific request) Help me to master my inclinations to evil and to resist all temptations to sin. Obtain for me the grace of never offending God, of fulfilling faithfully all the duties of my state of life, and practicing all those virtues that are needful for my salvation.

Blessed Apostle, with confidence I invoke you t. Jude, help of the hopeless, help me in my distress. Amen.

Our Father....Hail Mary....Glory Be K.H.

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

POWERFUL NOVENA Jesus who has said ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the door will be open to you.

Through the intercession of Mary, the most holy Mother, I knock, I ask that my prayer will be granted (mention request). Oh Jesus has said all you ask the Father in my name he will grant, through the intercession of Mary the most holy Mother I humbly beg and urgently ask the Father in Thy name that my prayer be granted (mention request). Jesus who has said Heaven and earth shall pass away but my word shall not pass away through the intercession of Mary the most holy Mother. I feel confident my prayer shall be answered. (Mention request).

Promise publication.

N.L.

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Available Music lessons, violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted, Tel. John 087-6801392. Piano lessons Tel. Maggie 087-6961681.

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Animals ANIMALS HUG: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds (CHY 19414), formerly Kerry Greyhound Connection, takes in, rehabilitates and finds homes for unwanted racing greyhounds. We are looking for people to help us by offering a foster home for a greyhound as a ‘half-way-home’ until we can find a permanent home for the dog. Fostering is a really valuable and ‘hands on’ way to be involved in greyhound rescue work. There is no cost to fosterers as HUG will cover all food and veterinary expenses. Please get in touch if you’d like to help.

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Spa Dumped Out Of Intermediate Championship By Ruthless Desmonds Another premature championship exit is the last thing Spa needed, writes Adam Moynihan

For the second year in a row, Spa’s championship aspirations have been cut short in the month of April.

The Killarney club have been desperate to reclaim the Intermediate title ever since their last triumph in 2009. They went on to win Munster that year and made it to Croke Park the following March where they ultimately lost out to Cookstown of Tyrone.

They’ve made the final three times since then but came up short against Finuge (2012), Ardfert (2014) and St Mary’s (2015). To make matters worse, Ardfert and St Mary’s both went on to win All-Irelands.

Last year they were expected to challenge once again but defeat in the second round to eventual winners Kenmare was a huge body blow.

While promotion to Division 1 would have been great, the Intermediate was really the number one priority for Spa so to have that particular carrot taken away from the players so early in the campaign was devastating.

The squad must have struggled to stay motivated for the remaining six or seven months of football, and the last thing they needed in 2017 was a repeat of that particular pattern.

On Sunday they came up against Division 1 opposition in Castleisland. There were certainly handier draws out there but at home, and with the majority of their top players available, Spa would have fancied their chances against a team who have lost their first three games in the County League.

Despite playing into a stiff breeze, the home side

started well and points from corner back David Spillane and wing forward Mike Foley gave them an early lead.

Castleisland brought it back to two points apiece before Mike O’Donoghue kicked his first free of the day to make it 3-2.

For Desmonds, half forward Kieran Brennan and corner forwards Colm Murphy and Thomas Hickey were beginning to look dangerous and with thirteen minutes on the clock, Brennan broke forward to net the game’s opening goal.

This kick-started a period of dominance for Desmonds as they notched five of the next six points to open up a 1-7 to 0-4 lead with ten minutes left in the half.

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Spa have been desperate to reclaim this title since 2009

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Intermediate Championship (Round 1) Spa 1-12 Castleisland Desmonds 5-16

Spa looked very open during this spell and it seemed as though Castleisland, who had willing runners from the middle third, were liable to score every time the ball crossed the halfway line.

Joe Shannon needed a response from his men and they got a lifeline five minutes before the break.

Dara Moynihan picked out Mike O’Donoghue with an excellent long range pass and he squared

it to Evan Cronin who fired low beyond Stephen Bartlett in the Desmonds goal.

This strike and unanswered points from O’Donoghue, Moynihan, Craig Hickey and Cronin had Spa ahead by one, but two stoppage time scores from Castleisland gave them a 1-9 to 1-8 lead going into the interval.

The healthy home support would have been optimistic as the second period began but an early Cian O’Connor goal was big setback.

The sides exchanged points thereafter and Spa trailed by four with 40 minutes played before a disastrous seven-minute spell swung the tie irreversibly in Castleisland’s favour.

A well-taken goal by Tomás Lynch and two more from O’Connor opened up an unassailable twelvepoint lead, and the game was over as a contest with 13 minutes still to play.

Some defeats are better than others but this was about as bad is gets for Spa, who only managed four points in the second half and didn’t score at all in the final quarter.

With the amount of talent they have in their ranks – especially the excellent young players currently coming through – Spa should be doing a lot better than this.

Spa scorers: Evan Cronin (1-3), Mike O’Donoghue (0-4f), Dara Moynihan (0-2), David Spillane (0-1), Michael Foley (0-1f) and Craig Hickey (0-1).

Castleisland scorers: Cian O’Connor (3-1), Thomas Hickey (0-6, 0-3f), Kieran Brennan (1-2), Tomás Lynch (1-0), Colm Murphy (0-2), Pat Fitzgerald (0-2), Adam O’Donoghue (0-1) Maurice Hickey (0-1) and Brian Leonard (0-1).

The Spa senior football team who were defeated by Castleisland Desmonds in the Intermediate Club Football Championship on Sunday.

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Galway Defeat Kerry Under 21s There was disappointment for Jack O’Connor’s side in Ennis, says Eamonn Fitzgerald

Kerry GAA Fixtures Castleisland Mart Club Championship Senior Club Championship (Round 1)

(Sunday, April 23 at 2.30pm unless otherwise stated) Rathmore v Kilcummin (Wednesday, April 26 at 7pm) Dr. Crokes v Austin Stacks Killarney Legion v Dingle Kerins O’Rahilly’s v Kenmare Round 2 and Relegation Round 1 games will be played on the weekend of April 30.

Draw for above will take place at County Board Meeting on Monday, April 24.

Intermediate Championship (Round 2) Glenflesk v Laune Rangers (Sunday, April 23 at 2.30pm) Templenoe v Glenbeigh/Glencar (Saturday, April 29 at 6.30pm) St Mary’s v Castleisland Desmonds (Sunday, April 30 at 2.30pm) An Ghaeltacht v Ardfert (Monday, May 1 at 3pm)

Junior Premier Championship Round 2 Skellig Rangers v Listowel Emmets (Saturday, April 22 at 6.30pm) Dromid Pearses v Fossa (Sunday, April 23 at 2.30pm) Firies v Keel (Sunday, April 23 at 2.30pm) Na Gaeil v Churchill (Saturday, April 29 at 6.30pm)

Junior Championship Round 2 Listry v Tarbert (Sunday, April 23 at 2.30pm) Lispole v Cordal (Sunday, April 23 at 2.30pm) Castlegregory v Duagh (Sunday, April 30 at 2.30pm) Tuosist v Ballyduff (Monday, May 1 at 3pm)

Novice Championship Preliminary Round

Gavin White of Kerry in action against Paul Mannion of Galway during the All-Ireland U-21 Championship semi-final match between Galway and Kerry at Cusack Park in Ennis, Co Clare.

Pic: Ray Ryan/Sportsfile.

Kerry had to yield to Galway in the All-Ireland U-21 football championship semi-final on Saturday last on a scoreline of 2-14 to 2-11. Indeed the four point margin of victory did not flatter Galway who were in control from the very first minute when Dessie Conneely scored their opening goal. Kerry never recovered from that shock score and were playing catch-up with Galway for the remainder of the game. Kerry were 1-9 to 0-4 adrift at the interval and the gap could have been much wider when one considers all the wides Galway had.

Kerry did fight back in the second half after a Matthew O’Sullivan goal, but Galway hit back with two points from their midfielder Matthew Flaherty. Galway dominated in all sectors especially at midfield where much was expected of Kerry. This meant that there was a

steady flow of play for the Tribesmen and the Kerry defence was under constant pressure.

Ryan and Spillane scored points for Kerry to cut the deficit to three points but that was as good as it got for Kerry. They had to play the last 13 minutes with 14 men after midfielder Barry O’Sullivan was sent off for a second yellow card offence before Colin Brady scored Galway’s second goal. Jordan Kiely looked impressive when he came on for Kerry and scored a consolation goal for Kerry just before the end.

This was very disappointing for Jack O’Connor and for a Kerry side of whom so much was expected. Remember how they overwhelmed Cork in the Munster final? I expected them to go all the way but they were well beaten. So too were Donegal so it is a Galway v Dublin final.

(Saturday, April 29 at 6.30pm) A - Clounmacon v Cromane B - Beale v Ballylongford Novice Championship Round 1 Sneem/Derrynane v Valentia (Sunday, April 23 at 2.30pm) Knocknagoshel v Scartaglin (Sunday, April 30 at 2.30pm) (B) v Asdee Kilgarvan v (A)

Kerry Under 17 Footballers in action on May 2nd

Kerry Under 17 footballers, who are under the same management as the minors, begin their season with a home game in Austin Stack Park Tralee on Tuesday May 2nd against Tipperary. Should Kerry win that game they will face the winners of the other semi final between Cork and Limerick and that would also be a home venue for Kerry.

The Under 17 competition of course is a competition designed to give intercounty competition to a group of players who would otherwise have missed out on intercounty activity due to the lowering of the Minor age group to 17 from 2018.

Credit Union Senior Hurling League

Round 2 of the Tralee Credit Union Co. Senior hurling league Division 1 is down for decision this weekend. The pairings are: Ballyduff v Abbeydorney; Ballyheigue v Crotta; Causeway v St. Brendan’s and Kilmoyley v Lixnaw (first named at home). Check with local clubs for exact fixture details.

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Smalltalk

Killarney Legion forward Conor Keane talks to Adam Moynihan about his teammates, his favourite party piece and an embarrassing mix-up on the Kerry bench

Hi Conor. How’s the body?

Good, very good. Healthy anyway.

Are you in college or what are you doing?

I’m in college in Tralee but I’m on placement down in the Community College at the moment.

How’s that going?

Good. It’s nice down there.

Legion have made a great start to the County League.

What’s the mood like in the camp?

Very good. We have three wins out of three. We won’t be getting ahead of ourselves – it’s only the County League – but we’re happy at the moment.

What are your goals for the rest of the year?

My own goals personally are to stay fit and try and win as many games as possible. Silverware is our main goal with Legion but we’ll take it game by game.

Who’s your best friend on the team?

Billy McGuire.

Cute. Which of your teammates would you least like to get stuck in a lift with?

Denis Sheahan and that is a FACT.

That would be an absolute nightmare. Which of your teammates is the best at Tinder?

We’ve a couple of guys who are good at the old Tinder.

Well, I dunno if they’re good but they like it anyway.

I’d have to go with Damien O’Sullivan at the moment.

But if you want to talk about Plenty of Fish, I’d say Seán McCarthy.

What’s your proudest sporting moment?

Obviously the first time playing with Kerry but also winning the Munster Minor Championship.

I won it with a lot of friends so I was delighted with that one.

And the most embarrassing?

We were playing a McGrath Cup game this year and myself and Conor Geaney were both on the bench. Eamonn Fitzmaurice turned around and shouted: “Conor! Come on. You’re coming on.” So I got up… But then I saw Conor Geaney making his way down.

I had to sit back down with everyone looking at me. It was very awkward!

If you had to compare yourself to an athlete from another sport, who would it be?

I’d like to say somebody like Anthony Joshua but that’d be a lie… Adam Lallana.

What are your five favourite sports in order?

Football, basketball, soccer, hurling and tennis.

Is there another sport you haven’t tried that you think you’d be good at?

I’d like to have a go at tennis.

What’s the best sporting moment of all time?

Istanbul.

Who’s the biggest moaner?

Do you have any nicknames?

Who’s the worst-dressed?

Is there an app on your phone you couldn’t live without?

What type of stuff does he wear?

What’s your most-used emoji?

Who spends the most time in the gym?

I like that one myself. What’s the best show on TV?

Thomas Moriarty.

He’ll freak but my brother, Shaun.

Just Keano really. Nothing major.

Calorie Counter.

In fairness to him he’s gotten a lot better but he could pull out a pair of purple pants and a yellow t-shirt or something.

I’m stuck between Conor Culloty and Brian Doolan. The two boys like their gym, in fairness to them.

Conor is after getting big I heard.

Yeah. He loves looking in the mirror.

If you could bring back one ex-player to line out for Legion this year, who would it be (besides me)?

David Murphy.

As if his head wasn’t big enough! Who’s the best player you’ve ever played with?

James O’Donoghue. Hands down.

Who’s the best athlete you’ve ever played with?

Michael Bernard O’Donoghue.

If you had to transfer to another Killarney club, who would it be?

This is the toughest one. There’s no winning here! I was thinking Fossa...

They’re on the up.

Yeah. I’d like to link up with someone like Kenneth Clifford.

The Undateables.

What’s your favourite song at the moment?

Symphony by Clean Bandit. It’s lethal.

What would you sing at karaoke?

Living Next Door to Alice. I started singing it when I was about five and I would not leave parties until I sang it.

I’d cry if I couldn’t!

Who’s the most famous person in your phone?

Botty.

What would you have for your last meal?

Shepherd’s pie.

Who would play you in a movie about your life?

Channing Tatum I’d say…

And can you tell me a joke?

How do you make holy water?

I don’t know.

You boil the hell out of it!

Nice one Conor!

Sound Adam!

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Rugby News ...

Words: Liam Murphy

ANOTHER big weekend of rugby in the provincial and local scene.

First up Thomond Park was the venue for the last of the interpro meetings of the season as Munster welcomed Ulster in the PRO12. A scrappy match saw Munster run out winners to book a play off slot, however at what cost? With Ronan O’Mahony picking up an ankle

knock and Darren Sweetnam going off injured, Rassie must be reciting decades of the rosary ahead of the European Cup Semi final against Saracens next Saturday. The injury list is pretty substantial, however, with over 38,000 Munster fans hitting the Aviva, a mouthwatering match is in store. Best of luck lads and to all those travelling up to the big smoke for the match, Enjoy!

Last Sunday, our Killarney RFC seniors duly cemented their place in history by winning a second Trophy within a week! Following on from winning promotion to

Division 2 of the Munster Junior League, the club has witnessed the most prolific and successful spell in its history. This was only the stuff of dreams at the start of the season but all of the hard work and countless hours of training came to fruition for Ger Moynihan’s men last Sunday in blustery conditions at Crageens, (Castleisland RFC pitch). Division 2 side Tralee RFC provided the challenge and Killarney were looking to win the Galwey/Foley Cup for the first time since 2012. The second half provided the action as the men

Hurling News with Tommy O’Connor

Kerry Senior Hurlers Open Leinster Championship Campaign The Kerry senior hurlers will open their Leinster Senior Championship round robin series campaign on this Sunday, 23rd April, with an away trip to play Meath. Venue is Páirc Tailteann in Navan where there will be a 3.00p.m. throw in.

Meath come in to this game as reigning Christy Ring Cup champions and as recent winners of the Allianz League, Division 2B (where they defeated Wicklow in the final

by 4 – 24 to 2 – 15). Kerry meanwhile have had some tough outings in the league, albeit competing at a far higher standard.

In Round 2, Kerry play Westmeath at Cusack Park, Mullingar on Sunday, 30 April and in Round 3 they meet Laois at Austin Stack Park on Sunday, 14th May. The toptwo teams from the round-robin will progress to the Leinster quarter-finals against Offaly or Wexford on the weekend of 27/28 May. Full details at www.leinstergaa.ie

Kerry Minor Footballers Set Up Probable Meeting With Cork In Munster Semi Final Kerry eased their way to a probable Munster Minor Football Championship semi final showdown with Cork on May 10th following a decisive victory (2-16 to 1-6) over Clare before an attendance of 2,567 at Tralee’s Austin Stack Park on Wednesday evening last.

There was never any likelihood that Clare would cause an upset at any stage, but the Kerry management will be far from happy with their side’s second half display when they shared the scoring with the Bannermen, squandering numerous scoring chances in the process.

The team that did duty on Wednesday evening contained just four of the side who played in the All Ireland Minor Final last year – Michael Potts, Diarmuid O’Connor, Brian Friel and David Clifford - while the injured pair of Cian O’Callaghan and Cian Gammell along

with Niall Donohue, Fiachra Clifford, Chris O’Donoghue and Ryan O’Neill were all part of the extended training panel last year.

Kerry, Cork and Limerick have qualified for the Munster semi finals, however, the exact semi final lineup will not be decided until the playoffs have been completed. While Kerry and Cork are on the same side of the draw, repeat pairings are not allowed and if Waterford were to defeat Clare and then defeat Tipperary in the playoffs for instance then the Deise county would be drawn against Cork or Kerry in the semi finals as they have already played Limerick! So, while everyone will be keeping an eye on Waterford’s progress - they are away to Clare on this Wednesday – the odds favour a Kerry V Cork winner takes all semi final on May 10th in Páirc Uí Rinn. The losers of that game will exit the competition as there is no back door at the semi final stage.

Fixtures Keanes Supervalu Killorglin Minor Football League

This is an important week for the Keanes Supervalu Killorglin Minor Football League with important back game pencilled in for Tuesday and Friday while some semi finals, especially in the lower divisions, will also be played on Friday evening. Groups with six teams will have two semi finals while in groups with five teams, the top team goes into the final and second and third playoff in a semi final.

The following is a general idea of the playoff positions in each of the groups before Tuesday’s back games:

Division 1

Austin Stacks and Dingle are heading towards the semi finals with the remaining two places resting between Dr Crokes, Na Gaeil and Laune Rangers

Division 2

Cordal/Scart, Kilgarvan/Tuosist/Templenoe, Emmets and Rathmore have qualified for the semi finals on Friday evening.

Division 3A

Ballymacelligott are in the semi finals and they will be joined by three of the following four teams; An Ghaeltacht, Beaufort, Glenflesk and Fossa.

Division 3B

John Mitchels and Desmonds are in the semi finals and they will be joined by Kenmare Gneeveguilla or Keel/Listry.

Division 4

Finuge are in the final and Annascaul/Lispole play St Senans in the semi final this Friday evening in Annascaul.

Division 5

Renard/St Marys, Milltown-Castlemaine, Waterville/Dromid and Glenbeigh-Glencar/Cromane look best placed to qualify for the semi finals.

Division 6A

The semi final lineup this Friday evening is as follows: Castlegregory V St Michaels-Foilmore in Castlegregory and Knock/Brosna V Beale in Brosna. Both games at 6:45

Division 6B

Vincent Linnane RIP Vincent Linnane, who passed away suddenly on Tuesday of last week, was the very popular groundsman in Austin Stack Park since 1989 and of course was even better known as the Kit-man for the Kerry Senior football team.

Vince started off as Kit-man for the Kerry Minor hurlers in the early nineties and then moved to the Minor footballers in 1993 and his brief very soon expanded to include the Under 21 and Senior footballers – and he has been guardian of the green and gold jersies ever since.

Eamonn Fitmaurice, paying him tribute probably summed up his contribution to Kerry GAA when he said: “He was a huge part of our setup. He has been an incredible servant to Kerry both in his role as caretaker of Austin Stack Park and as our Kitman. He took ferocious pride in his work and always wanted to make sure the players

in black and red scored two tries to win the match by 5 points and make history by winning the 3 in a row. Very well done to the lads and to Ger Moynihan who deputised as coach right across the season as well as Club Captain.

As the champagne corks popped and the players looked forward to a well earned rest, Killarney RFC seniors have proven to be the most successful of the Kerry Clubs this season, and something which should not be overlooked in a county where GAA and Soccer successes are celebrated.

were happy and wanted for nothing. His attention to detail was incredible. He was the heart and soul of Austin Stack Park and loved working there”.

As late as last Sunday week Vince was seen overjoyed in Croke Park after Kerry had defeated Dublin – in a way it was a very fitting send-off indeed.

The esteem in which he was held was manifested in the huge number of players and administrators and GAA people from all over Kerry who turned up in Ballyduff on Friday evening for his removal and again on Saturday morning for his funeral service after which the cortege was fittingly led out through the village of Ballyduff by the Kerry GAA gear van .

On behalf of all the Gaels of Kerry and beyond I send our deepest sympathy to Vince’s wife Noreen, and his large extended family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

The semi final lineup this Friday evening is as follows: Skellig Rangers/Valentia/Sneem/Derrynane V Moyvane/Tarbert and Asdee/Ballylongford V St Pats in Ballylongford @ 6:45

tRiViA How many of this season’s Champions League quarter finalists have never won the trophy before?

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Kerry GAA’s Smart Lotto Starts On Monday Night With A €20,000 Jackpot Kerry GAA PRO John O’Leary reveals an exciting new venture for fans of Kerry football.

Do you want to win €20,000? Well now you can - and at the same time contribute to the Kerry Player Development.

In association with smartlotto.ie, Kerry GAA has recently launched a new lotto. To play simply log onto www.kerrygaa.ie and click on the smart lotto link, or call our office in Austin Stack Park (066-7122061) and we will take your details over the phone.

The first draw will take place on Monday night, April 24.

Pick four numbers from 32 and you could be collecting a cheque for €20,000.

Purchase a line for €2 - or for €100 buy an All-Star ticket for 52 weeks before the end of May and you are also entered into our All-Star Raffle for some amazing prizes including: • Tickets to see Coldplay and U2 in Croke Park • Hogan Stand tickets to the All-Ireland Hurling or Football Final • Four tickets to the Munster Football final including limousine transfer • A coaching session with Eamon Fitzmaurice for a class in a school of your choice Money raised through the Smart Lotto will be used for player development. This is your opportunity to play your part for Kerry.

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Ras Mumhan

Englishman Byrne Claims Victory In Ras Mumhan Dillon Byrne of the VCUK Velochampion team was the overall winner of the Kerry Group Ras Mumhan which finished up after four stages of classic racing on the roads of Kerry last week.

Byrne laid the foundations for overall victory on Saturday when he finished third on the stage from Listowel to Athea in Co. Limerick. Sunday’s stage, as far as he was concerned, was the cornerstone for outright victory when he finished eleventh. Most of the challengers slipped down the rankings because of the two mountain primes at Valentia Island and Coom an Easpaig.

Byrne, who raced Pro Continental on the European Continent last season, now races on the UK circuit. He has been here in Ireland on a number

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Keelyn O’Leary, Lisa Lenihan, Geraldine Murphy, Ilona Sheahan, Cliona Lynch and Laura Healy of Killarney Camogie Club who lined out for the Kerry U-14s at an inter-county blitz in Limerick on Saturday.

of occasions and placed second on the final stage of the Kerry Group Ras Mumhan two years ago.

“It was great to achieve victory,” said the Blackpool native.

“People have a habit of remembering only winners. I’ll be back to defend the title next year. This success has to be attributed to the team and the backroom staff and to my sponsors VCUK Velochampion.”

The final stage, held over 114 kilometres within the confines of Killorglin/Beaufort area, was won

by Italian Matteo Ciagala representing the Aqua Blue Sport Academy. It was a tremendous finish to a well-run event promoted by Killorglin CC on the steep climb up through the town of Killorglin.

Kerry Group Ras Mumhan Results

Stage four Killorglin/Beaufort/Killorglin 114km 1-M.Ciagala (Aqua Blue Sport Academy), 2hrs.27mins.23secs; 2-T.Mazzone (Isle of Man) same time; 3-R. Maes (Killarney CC Pink), @2secs; 4-M. Dowling (Strata3 Velo), st; 5-L. Camac (Fitz Cycles UCD), st; 6-D. Trulock (Stag Cycles/Lucan), st.

Final Overall (after four stages)

1-D. Byrne (VCUK Velochampion), 11hrs.27mins.19secs; 2-T. Mazzone (Isle of Man), @12secs; 3-R. McLoughlin (Aqua Blue Sport), @16; 4-L. Mazzone (Isle of Man), @22; 5-M. Garthwaite (Rhino Valley Race Team), same time; 6-M. Dowling (Strats3 Velo), st.

Jerseys

Overall - Byrne Mountains - E. Morton Fittz Cycles Points - T . Mazzone Under 23 - L. Mazzone A2 Category - C. Kissane (Killarney CC Pink) Team - Ireland U-23

Three: AS Monaco, Atlético Madrid and Leicester City.

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Dr Crokes footballer Garda Mike Milner (seated second from right) with members of the Dr Crokes All-Ireland winning squad on a visit to Killarney Garda Station with the All Ireland, Munster and County Championship trophies on Tuesday. Front from left are Patrick O’Sullivan, Pat O’Shea (manager), Supt. Flor Murphy, Johnny Buckley (captain), Garda Mike Milner and Insp. Niall Crowley. Middle row from left are Sgt John O’Gorman, Colm Cooper, Kieran O’Leary, Mary Burns, Daithi Casey, Cillian Fitzgerald, Chris Brady, John Payne, Jamie Doolan, Alan O’Sullivan, David O’Leary and Garda Nigel Hennessy. Back from left are Det. Garda Chris Manton, Garda Brian O’Connell, Ambrose O’Donovan, Jordan Kiely, Micheal Burns, Gavin O’Shea, Seamus O’Doherty, Paul Clarke and James Hurley.

Pic: Eamonn Keogh.

Club Championship Preview The Castleisland Mart Senior Club Championship kicks off this weekend with four mouth-watering fixtures taking place.

It’s a repeat of last year’s Club Championship final in Lewis Road as All-Ireland champions Dr Crokes play host to Austin Stacks. Crokes will be out for revenge following their defeat in that particular decider; Stacks ran out 2-12 to 1-14 winners on the day.

Stacks recovered from their opening day defeat to John Mitchel’s in the County League to beat Desmond’s in their last outing, while Crokes have managed to win both of their Division 1 games thus far.

Elsewhere, Legion face a stern test as they welcome Dingle to Derreen. Legion have started the season well winning their first three games in Divi-

Rugby

The Killarney RFC senior team celebrate with some young fans after defeating Tralee to capture the Galwey/Foley Cup for the first time since 2012.

sion 2 but the men from West Kerry will be a different kettle of fish. They’re currently unbeaten in the league, although they’ll be disappointed to have followed up on their victory over Kerins O’Rahilly’s with two draws against newly-promoted St Mary’s and Templenoe.

Newcomers Kenmare will make the trip back to Strand Road to take on Kerins O’Rahilly’s. Kenmare have had a decent start to their Division 2 campaign, winning two games and drawing one. Rahilly’s, meanwhile, have a win, a draw and a defeat.

Throw-in for these games is: Next Wednesday sees two East Kerry sides going head to head as Kilcummin play Rathmore in Rathbeg. Kilcummin will be hoping to bounce back from their recent defeat to Legion, while O’Dono-

ghue Cup specialists Rathmore are hungry for success at the county level.

In the Intermediate Championship, Glenflesk are at home to Laune Rangers on Sunday at 2.30pm.

Glenflesk had a narrow win over Brosna in the first round last Monday and will have to be at their best to get the better of Laune Rangers, who defeated Milltown/Castlemaine with six points to spare in their round one fixture.

Fossa and Firies are both in action in the Junior Premier Championship this Sunday. Firies host Keel while Fossa make the long journey down to Dromid. Both games are scheduled for 2.30pm.

In the Junior Championship, Listry are at home to Tarbert.

Extra-time will be played in all games if necessary.

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FRIENDS OF MAUREEN KELLIHER Friends of Maureen Kelliher are holding an 80s Disco night in the Kerryway on Saturday April 22nd. Great music spot prizes with fancy dress optional.

A fantastic door prize of a weekend away sponsored by Westlodge Hotel, Bantry and many more prizes. You will be in with a chance to win this great prize, just fill in your name on the ticket stub. All proceeds go to Maureen.

RAHEEN N.S. Congratulations to Bernadine Roche who had the winning lotto no. 13 on Saturday the 15th of April GLENFLESK COMHALTAS NEWS Fleadh Chiarrai will take place in Tralee 17th to 21st May 2017. Set Dancing class will resume on Wednesday 26th April 2017 in St. Agatha’s Community Centre. Music class will resume on Thursday 20th April 2017 at 7pm. We wish to offer our sincere sympathy to Tadhg Creedon and the Creedon family on the recent death of his mother Joan Creedon.

GLENFLESK RAMBLING HOUSE A big thank you to everyone who contributed to the Glenflesk Rambling house on Easter Sunday which was a great success as always. All funds raised went to the Friends of Maureen Kelliher fund.

Killarney Badminton

Inter county league Congratulations to the Division 3 mixed team who won the Kerry County League and competed in Limerick last week against other Munster county finalists. They are now heading to the All Ireland Competition in Dublin in May. We wish them the best of luck! Congratulations also to the Div. 2 mixed team who won the Kerry County League. A reminder that the last competition of the season is the open in Annascaul on the 23rd April.

Also the Badminton Social will be on the 13th May in Tralee. Tickets can be

21.04.17 purchased from Kieran Crehan. The club is now closed for the summer and will reopen again in September. Look forward to seeing you all for the new season.

Beaufort Golf Club

RESULTS: Friday 14 April: Malton Hotel,Killarney 4 ball better ball. 1.Daniel Cronin & Denis Nash,2. Tom Dwane & Brian Clancy. 3.Shane O’Sullivan & Mike Barry 4.Pat Tangney & Pat Sullivan. 5.

Imelda Kemily & Catherine Murphy.

Sunday 16 April: Beaufort Bar Singles, 1. Michael Doyle (18) 42pts. 2. M J O’Connor (10) 40pts. 3. Joe. McMahon (12) 39pts.

FIXTURES: Thurs 20 April: Open Seniors 10am Sun 23 April: SWOP DAY @ Macroom Golf Club, time sheet in Beaufort clubhouse Tee times 10am - 12am Sponsored by P J Lynch Quantity Surveyor.

Killarney Cougars Basketball Club

JUVENILE NEWS. U12 Girls Killarney Cougars 27, Tralee Imperials 16 Academy Training The Academy teams were all on the road last week to Tralee on a return visit to St Brendans with Cougars U8 & U10 Girls & Boys all in action in the Moyderwell Gym Tralee. Thanks to St Brendans for some very entertain games.

SENIOR NEWS Cougars Senior Mens training continues every Tuesday evening with our Senior Masters Mens team preparing to compete in the International Masters Tournament in Dublin next month. With teams from the all over the UK, Europe and the USA entered a very competitive event is expected, The opening group stages will see Cougars come up against St Vincents, Ballina and Killester.

The Spa Muckross U-10 boys indoor soccer team who have qualified for the County Final on April 23 in Duagh.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt

Weekend Competitions: We held two competitions over the Easter weekend: Firstly on Easter Sunday the results were as follows: Overall Nett- Mike ‘Seve’ O’Leary and Gearóid Cronin, Second Nett- St John Kelliher and Sean O’Brien and Gross- Robbie O’Brien Snr and Ger Casey Then on Easter Monday the results were: Overall Nett- Hugh O’Sullivan and Mike ‘Seve’ O’Leary, Second Nett- John McGrath and John O’Halloran and Gross- Hugh O’Sullivan and Michael O’Doherty. Same again on Sunday morning from 9.15am and 11.15am.

Wednesday Evenings: Reminder that Wednesday evening events are recommencing with draws @ 6.15pm and entry €4 per player open to club members aged 15 or over.

Paul O’Sullivan Memorial Scramble: This County Board run event will take place on Sunday week (April 30th) in Castleisland beginning at 9.30am. Entry €10 per player.

Sports Predictor: Sheets now available from any Committee Member priced at €10 per sheet. 1st prize is €750 and 2nd prize is €250. Entries for the event are open until May 10th.

Munster Strokeplay Entries: Entry Sheet now on the noticeboard.

Entry €13 per player, entry available until Sunday May 14th. Please ensure that you have both your name and entry paid in advance.

Firies Golf Society

Results of our newcastlewest outing Thank you to o’sullivans cycles & outdoor store 1st - bernard doyle (24) 40pts, 2nd - derek comerford (15) 38pts, 3rd brendan murray (19) 38pts, Cat 1 -malcom fleming (14) 36pts, Cat 2 - thomas o connor (19) 35pts f/n - ray brett (16) 21pts, b/n - conn o connor (9) 18pts

Killarney Athletic

Results U14 Inter Kenmare 2 Athletic 4 Only 5 minutes gone Athletic fell behind after some lacklustre defending a close range shot found the corner.

Their second eventually came when their central midfielder carried the ball through the defender without being challenged & hit across the goal to find the net off the post. Minutes to go in the first half the breakthrough came. Osieba who was busy throughout, released Mulvanney over the top & he fired past the onrushing keeper to make it 2-1. Athletic needed something special & cometh the hour, cometh the man, as O’Sullivan, reintroduced to the game was found over the top by Rejuvcan & he made no mistake in slotting past the keeper when left one on one.

With seven minutes to go this game looked destined for extra time but it was O’Sullivan again, using his pace after a great through ball by Alade, fired past the Kenmare no. 1 to make

it 2-3. Athletic shut up shop then and some excellent defending by the back four & goalkeeper left no way through.

Then with two minutes to go Athletic got in for the sucker punch again after great defensive work, Mulvanney found himself in down the right, he beat the full back & pulled it back to Alade at the edge of the box who’s shot rifled into the top corner to seal a man of the match performance.

U16 League Killarney Athletic 3-0 Inter Kenmare Unfortunately, this was a walkover to Athletic from Kenmare. Not the way we want to gain the 3 points and we wish Kenmare the best. This result puts the boys in blue top of the league on 19 points from 7 games. They are now 2 points ahead of Camp with a game in hand but it is all to play for when Camp are the visitors to Ferndale in the near future. 3 “cup finals” to be played and a good attendance at training and matches is required.

Killarney Golf and Fishing Club

Men’s Club Club Captain Declan McCarthy has finalized arrangements for his forthcoming Charity Day on Sunday the 30th of April, The beneficiaries of the fundraising day will be the Chemotherapy Day Unit at University Hospital Kerry in Tralee, and The Irish Kidney Association. The time-sheet will be in operation from 7.30 A.M. on the morning and the last tee-time has been scheduled for 3.30 that afternoon, the entry sheet is at the reception at the Club, so be sure to get your team in as early as possible in order to ensure that you can get the time that you wish to secure on behalf of your team.

Teams of 4 persons will cost €120, and the presentation of the prizes is scheduled for 8.30 P.M. That evening in the Clubhouse. Declan has introduced a new innovation this year, and it is proving quite popular already, that is, should you wish you could sponsor either, or both, a Tee-Box and/or a Green at a cost of €100.00 each, and should you wish to do so, then please contact Declan himself direct, or any member of the Men’s Club Committee, alternatively just ring the Club and leave your name and preference, and the message will be relayed on to Declan.

Declan, is requesting as much support as possible, in order that he will be in a position to make substantial donations to these two most deserving Charities, and this will be the only occasion during Declan’s year as Captain where he is asking us all for our generous support, which will be very much appreciated, both by Declan and the Charities involved. The competition on Sunday the 16th April was the Aghadoe Heights Hotel sponsored Club Championship, Singles Stableford Qualifier, played on Mahony’s Point. The winner with a fantastic score of 43 points was Bernard Carey, but what was even more remarkable was that in order to achieve 1st place, Bernard had a “Hole-in- One” at the 18th Hole, and having checked with

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21.04.17 some of our longest serving members, this was the very first occasion that such a feat was achieved, well done and our congratulations to Bernard. In second place with an equally fantastic score of 43 points was the luckless John O’Shea (Muckross) who lost out to Bernard on the better back 9 hole score system. Full results are as follows. 1st, Bernard Carey(12)43 points, 2nd, John O’Shea Muckross(11) 43 points, 3rd, Alan Macsweeney(9) 41 points, 4th Daniel Doona(10) 41 points 5th Ian Cronin(6) 39 points, Category 1 Eugene O’Sullivan(4) 39 points, category 2 Mike Howard(9) 39 points, Category 3, Ian Prendergast(13) 37 points, category 4, Pat Buckley(20) 39 points. CSS on the day was 36 points. The draw for the singles matchplay stages took place last evening, and the draw has thrown up some very interesting pairings as usual, one such battle of the long-hitters will be between Captain Declan, and Gerard Moroney, another will be the clash between Ex-Officio Captain, Liam Hartnett and his nephew Robert Cussen, this could indeed be a most interesting encounter.

Killarney Golf Club

- ladies Results of Competition Easter Sunday April, 16th Sponsored by O’Callaghan Coaches, Killarney.

1st Winnie Ryan (23) 39 pts, 2nd Claire Keating (7) 38 pts, Category 1) 0 -15 1st Betty O’Farrell (15) 38 pts, 2nd Susie Tong (14) 36 pts (bk9), Category 2) 16 - 24 1st Sheila Crowley (22)38 pts, 2nd Kathleen Brosnan (21) 36 pts, Category 3) 25 - 36, 1st Alicia Burke (27) 37 pts, 2nd Jane Dwyer (25) 34 pts, CSS 38 Stableford pts.

Next Sunday’s Competition will be sponsored by Corkerys Restaurant Singles/stroke, Mahonys. The Next Mixed Competition will take place on Mahony’s point on Friday April 28th starting at 3.30 pm.sponsored by Walsh Print, Castleisland, If you wish to play in the Competition please sign in on the Time-sheet on the Main Notice Board in the Club House. Congratulations to Corrine Griffin who finished Ninth in the Munster Women’s Junior Championships and who got to the Semi Final of the Matchplay.

Killarney Golf

Mens Club Kindly Sponsored By Aghadoe Heights Hotel Event: Aghadoe Heights Hotel GOY Singles Stableford Course: Mahony’s Point Date: 16th April 2017 1st Bernard Carey (12) 43pts 2nd John O’Shea (Muckross) (11) 43pts 3rd Alan MacSweeney (9) 41pts 4th Daniel Doona (10) 41pts 5th Ian Cronin (6) 39pts Cat1 Eugene O’Sullivan (4) 39pts Cat2 Mike Howard (9) 39pts Cat3 Ian Prendergast (13) 37pts Cat 4 Pat Buckley (20) 39pts CSS 36pts Congratulations to Bernard Carey who had a wonderful HOLE IN ONE on the

Beaufort Golf Club Fundraiser last Friday pictured are front l-r Tom Dwane (2nd place), Daniel Cronin (1st place), Denis Nash (1st place), Shane O’Sullivan (3rd place) and Michael Barry (3rd place), back l-r Michael Lynch (captain), Pat O’Sullivan (4th place), Catherine Murphy (5th place), Pat Tangney (4th place) and Joe Scally (The Malton Hotel- Main Sponsor). Pic: MH Photography (Marek Hajdasz) 18th to win the competition Upcoming Competition Event: Fourball Betterball Qualifier Sponsor: Gallivan, Murphy, Hooper, Dolan Insurances, Course: Killeen, Date: 23rd April, (BRS opens at 19:00 Wednesday)

Kilcummin

KILCUMMIN SYMPATHY Is extended to the families of Fr. John Lucid PP Kilcummin and formerly Castleisland and Nonie O’Leary, Mastergeeha who died recently. May they rest in peace.

FR. JOHN LUCID The Parishioners of Kilcummin were left in shock when the news broke on Easter Sunday night of the sudden death of our Parish Priest Fr. John Lucid. Fr. John came to our Parish in July 2015 having served 12 years in Moyvane and since then had built a close friendship with all who came to know him. To his family and friends we extend our sincere sympathies at this sad time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

COMHALTAS EASTER RAFFLE The annual Easter Raffle will take place on Sunday 23rd April from 4 to 6pm at the GAA Klub Bar. Cards are now available from all members and all our dancers, singers and musicians at a cost of €2 per line. This year we are very fortunate that local businesses have donated a variety of spot prizes including hotel, restaurants, hardware and sports vouchers. There will also be a children’s egg hunt from 3.30 to 4pm. Entertainment will be provided by our musicians, singers and dancers throughout the afternoon and admission is free. As this is one of our main fundraisers for the year we are asking you for your generous support which will help Kilcummin Comhaltas Branch to provide proper facilities, tuition and support to our young members and performers.

FLEADH CHEOIL

The County Fleadh will take place in Tralee from the 17th May to 21st. The weekend will consist of music, singing, dancing and storytelling competitions along with street entertainment and opening Concert. The full programme of events are available on www.kerrycomhaltas.ie ICA Knitting Session Wednesday 19th April in Rural Development Office. All ladies welcome.

KILLARNEY LIBRARY To celebrate Poetry Day Ireland, the Kerry Women’s Writers Network will host an Open Mic session at Killarney Library on Thursday 27th April from 6.30 -7.30pm. Free admission. All welcome.

CREATIVE KIDS PRESCHOOL Creative Kids Preschool in Tiernaboul N.S. Now taking names for September ’17, ’18, ’19. Free Preschool Year 9-12.

Optional Extras-8.40am opening, After-schools 12-1.30pm, Pick-up/dropoff service. All enquiries welcome.

Contact Donna at 087-1272781.

Glenflesk Rambling House

The Friends of Maureen Kelliher would like to say a huge thank you to the Glenflesk Rambling House on a great evening’s entertainment on Easter Sunday night. Thanks to all who helped out on the evening and to everyone for their support of the Friends of Maureen Kelliher fund. Also to the participants who were outstanding with their wealth of talent of music, song, dance & poetry and to everyone who attended on the evening. A great night was had by all.

Killarney Camogie Club

A huge congratulations to 5 of our girls who played for the Kerry U14’s Camogie team on Saturday in Limerick last Saturday. Laura Healy, Cliona Lynch, Ilona Sheahan, Geraldine Murphy, Lisa Lenihan and Keelyn O’Leary all got

to play in 3 games in an inter-county blitz. The girls really enjoyed the experience and are looking forward to their next outing in their County colours. We’ll done girls. Our U14’s played against Causeway in a Feile qualifier last Tuesday. In a real show of strength, Causeway came with a large squad and some real quality players on their team.

Killarney struggled with the pace and skill on display in the first half. The team was rusty and showing it was our first game of the season. After a good team talk at half time, Killarney went out and showed some real heart and determination I’m the second half. The girls got stuck in and fought as hard as they could. Causeway won’t comfortably in the end with a great display of skill and team play. We wish their girls the best of luck in Feile this summer.

Training will resume on Monday after the Eastern break for all age groups.

We always welcome in new members.

If your daughter would like to learn a new game with unique skills, we train at Crokes pitch at 6.10 every Monday.

Hurls and helmet are provided.

Killarney Celtic

U11 Success in Kilkenny Tournament Killarney Celtic took two U11 teams up top Kilkenny United FC last weekend to participate in a Tournament that included teams from Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, and prestigious teams like Bohemians, Killavula, and Cloughbawn. Both Celtic Green and White teams came through their groups unbeaten and actually went on to meet in the Final, with Killarney Celtic Green beating White. This was a very well-organised tournament and very well-run, with both teams getting six games and every player getting plenty of game-time. Our young players had great fun on the day, with special thanks to the wonderful local hospitality. A big thank you to all the parents and volunteers who travelled on the day.

FAI Senior Cup

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Killarney Celtic’s exploits in the FAI Junior Cup have given us entry to the Senior Cup, and we will play Boyle Celtic at home in Celtic Park on the weekend of April 30th.

Results Denny Premier: Killarney Celtic 6 Listowel Celtic 2 U15 Cup: Killarney Celtic B 1 Tralee Dynamos 3 (aet) U15 Premier: St. Brendans Park 3 Killarney Celtic 0 Second placed Dynamos tried hard but a confident Celtic were able to get through for the vital goals.

U12 Shield: Tralee Dynamos 5 Killarney Celtic B 3 Celtic put in a tremendous effort and played really well, but Dynamos were very strong and got the required goals in a cracking game.

U12 Shield: Killarney Celtic C 0 Dingle 4 High-flying Dingle re-stamped their impressive credentials with a strong and convincing win, but Celtic can be very proud of the battle they put up.

U12 Girls Premier: Killarney Celtic 1 Inter Kenmare 3 Celtic tried hard but came up against a Kenmare keeper in superb form and, without in any way taking away from a great display by Inter Kenmare, that was the crucial and decisive factor.

Congratulations to U15 player Harry Buckley on making the Kerry Schoolboys/Schoolgirls Team of the Week.

Fixtures Denny Premier: Killarney Celtic at home to Rattoo Rovers, Saturday, 7.00pm Jimmy Falvey Youths Cup Semi-Final: Killarney Celtic v St. Brendans Park, Saturday, 4.00pm.

Jimmy was a hugely popular Killarney Celtic player and stalwart like all his family and this is a competition that has a particular resonance for our club, so we are asking everyone who can to get out and support the team.

U16 Premier: Killarney Celtic away to Mastergeeha, Saturday, 12.30pm

U15 Premier: Killarney Celtic away to St. Brendans Park, Saturday, 12.30pm U14 Premier: Killarney Celtic at home to Listowel Celtic, Saturday, 12.30pm U13 Cup Quarter-Final: Killarney Celtic away to Killarney Athletic, Saturday, 10.30am U13 Shield: Killarney Celtic B at home to Killorglin B, Saturday, 12.30pm U12 Premier: Killarney Celtic away to Killorglin, Saturday, 10.30am

Killarney RFC

Seniors: The past few weeks have been without a doubt, the most successful period in the history of the club. Two weeks ago the lads won the J1 Munster Junior League, Division 3 Play off, winning a much coveted promotion to Division 2, beating Killorglin for the third time this season (the only club to do so).

Last Sunday week the lads won the elusive Martin O’Sullivan Cup, beating Tipperary side Fethard & District. Then to really make history, last Sunday the lads won the ‘3-in-a-row’ beatng Tralee RFC to win the Galway/Foley Cup for the first time since 2012. This fantastic run of success has been a testament to the hard work and commitment of all of Captain Ger Moynihan’s men. A very special mention must go to Ger who doubled as Head Coach across the season as well as playing as Flanker or Hooker as required. His unerring commitment and hard work built on the work of recent years and brought the seniors to the next level.

As well as this veterans such as prop Peter Kelly and out-half Paul O’Sullivan undoubtedly played some of the best rugby of their careers this season.

The dirty word retirement gets mentioned but these lads have more in the tank! To be honest the pack has been unmatched over the past few months with stalwarts Alan Mulligan, Ollie O’Neill and Connie O’Leary leading from the front, while Out half Paudie Sheahan was the picture of calm over the ball. With young blood like Mike Sheahan, and Kareem Quasim and

21.04.17 many more youngsters pushing for spots, things are truly looking up for our Seniors.

Yesterday’s game was a slow one to start and the first half was pretty slow to get going by recent standards, however youngster Patrick Courtney crossed the line for Killarney’s first Try. With Mike Sheahan kicking for his brother Paudie who picked up a knock, the conversion was missed, only just.

However when James Allman crossed the whitewash in the second half for a fantastic try, Mike converted with a cracking kick against the wind. In the end, Killarney ran out winners by 5 points in a 15 - 10 scoreline, well deserved winners on the day and sealing their place in history. It was fantastic to see the team pose with their youngest fans and the Cup. The past season will go down in history as the season where despite the odds, and from a shaky start, the men in Black and Red stood up and were counted! Very well done to Ger Moynihan and all the lads who contributed across the season.

The hard work has paid off. Onwards and upwards from here.

Video Race Night: Killarney RFC are holding a fundraising Video Race Night at the Killarney Avenue Hotel on Friday the 28th of April. You are invited to come along and have a great night. We would ask people to buy a horse for a race at only €10 or you can sponsor a race and name the race yourself for €100. We will have tote betting and DJ music on the night and great fun is guaranteed. If anyone would like to sponsor a race please contact Paul Murphy on 087-3745351. So, why not come along, support your club and back a winner!

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club

We have been notified by Kerry Recreation and Sport Partnership that there has been an online refresher course made available for Past Participants in the Safeguarding or Code of Ethics

The Killarney U-14 camogie team who recently lined out against Causeway.

Course for working with young people.

Online Safeguarding 1 Refresher Course Sport Ireland has gone live with an on line Safeguarding 1 Refresher, a web based education resource aimed at providing further training to those who have previously attended a Safeguarding workshop. The refresher course content was developed by Sport Ireland and Sport Northern Ireland in collaboration with welfare officers from a number of National Governing Bodies for Sport.

This course is targeted at anyone who are required to, as per their relevant National Governing Body of Sport, refresh their Safeguarding 1.

Where: The course can be accessed via link http://www.kerryrecreationandsports. ie/safeguarding-1-on-line-refresher/ Content: The content contains four modules which will provide persons in roles with regular responsibility for children an opportunity to update learning in this area.

Any members who have completed the initial training and have difficulty accessing the online refresher can contact club secretary.

Finally , a quick reminder that our next competition will be on Lough Lein on the Sunday of the May Bank Holiday - entries can be made with any club officer up to the eve of the competition - This competition is used as a fundraiser to assist in financially supporting our competition anglers as they represent the club in provincial and national competitions and indeed the Country as is happening this year.

Listry Community

ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION. The next meeting of The Active Retirement Association is on Monday,24th April at 3.00p.m.At Listry Community Centre. All are welcome.

LISTRY COMMUNITY COUNCIL-AGM The Annual general Meeting of Listry

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Community Council will be held in Listry Community Centre on Tuesday night April 25th @ 8pm. Guest speaker on the night will be Mr Gerard Deegan from Cluaid Housing-he will speak on all aspects of Social Housing for Senior Citizens. Anybody interested in this topic are invited to come along to the Community Centre on the night. Light Refreshments will be served.

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club

Lotto: Our jackpot was won on Thursday night 13/04/2017, numbers drawn were 9, 10, 20 & 30. Jackpot winner was Mairead O’ Neill Newmarket.

Sellers prize winner Tom Joe O’ Donoghue, €50 Y/T Mary O’ Connell Killarney, €50 David Gleeson Gneeveguilla, €40 Patrick McCarthy Post Office, Beeda Coffey SPX Killarney, Fiadh O’ Connell Mount Scartaglin. Bonus not played. Next week’s jackpot €4,000 plus €1,000 bonus.

Universities: Another great result from this competition with Mairead O’ Neill winning the hammer throwing over 50M. Kerry Junior, Senior & Master Championships; Mairead O’ Neill throwing just under 50M in the Hammer won her category – three wins in a week for Mairead, we are sure Mairead has a very successful summer to look forward to.

Munster Road Championships: Held in Currow April 2nd Robert Purcell won the o45.

Open Sports: Club Open sports are on in Riocht on Sunday next April 23rd at 1.00 sharp, There are events from Tiny Tots upwards. Hoping to see a big turnout. €4 entry fee per child which also covers relay entry, relays are boys and girls U9, U10, U11 & U13. Great prizes.

Training: Once school reopens training is back up and running Gneeveguilla Mondays at 7.30pm, Boherbue, Tuesday at 6.30 pm, Barradubh Friday at 6.30 pm.

Note there is specials middle distance training in Boherbue on Tuesday evenings at 6.30 pm. Those interested in 800m and upwards should attend.

Best wishes: To Patrick Warren, Donal O’ Sullivan & Christopher O’ Donoghue who all played with Kerry minors on Wednesday last. All were club athletes, easy to see the Athletic training shining out in them. Hope they go on to win the final. Not forgetting two other club members Dara Moynihan Ballydesmond & Sean Meehan Kiskeam who are part of the Cork Minor team.

Kerry Darts

Both Kerry dart teams, ladies and men travelled to Clonmel, County Tipperary on Easter Sunday to compete in the Munster Darts Championship. The Kerry men’s were defending their title having previously won the Munster Title in 2016. The Ladies qualified in second position in their group and went on to play Limerick Ladies in the semi-finals. Ladies

At the presentation of prizes for the Dr Crokes GAA Club US Masters Golf Challenge prediction competition were front from left: Vincent Casey (competition coordinator), Kim Healy (second prize), overall winner Anne Marie Kennelly with the first prize of €1000 euro, and Ed Stack (Treasurer). Back from left: Sean Healy, Colm Cooper, Mike Howard (third prize) and Malachy Walsh. Pic: Eamonn Keogh.

The Kerry Ladies took the first three games, Limerick fought back to take the next three to make it 3 – 3.

It was nip and tuck and It was all down to the last game which Limerick won. Final score Limerick 4, Kerry 3. Kerry Ladies - Helen O’Neill (Captain), Laura Keane, Breda Kelliher, Margaret Kelliher, Joanne Carmody, Tanya McCormick and Maureen McCormick. Their Manager is Damien Moriarty.

Mens The Kerry Men’s Team also qualified second in their group. They also went on to play Limerick in the semi-finals. Kerry got off to a good start winning the first game.

Limerick took the next two , giving them the lead making it 2 – 1. Kerry fought back and took the next two, it now was 3 – 2 to Kerry. Limerick came back and won the next two, Limerick 4, Kerry 3 .Kerry were not to be outdone and took the next three, Limerick 4, Kerry 6. Unfortunately Limerick were the better in the final three games to take the victory, winning 7-6.

Kerry Men’s Team : Dave Stack (Captain), Mike Begley, Paddy Linehan, Kevin McCann, Edmond Kelliher, Phil Standing, Paudie Carmody, Pa Morrissey, Conor Leahy ( Kerry’s Youngest) , Mortimer Downey, Anthony Begley , Pauric O’Mahony, Gary McCormick ( Manager ).

Well done Kerry Darts Association would like to applaud both teams on their achievements, ye done us proud, Well Done to ALL. Thanks We would also like to thank new sponsors that have come on board recently. SafeGuard, Centra, Farran-

fore, 5 Star Catering, Irish Drain Cleaning.

BEAUFORT GOLF CLUB

(LADIES BRANCH) Results 8th/9th April - Easter Eggs Sponsored

by Helen Clifford 1st Catherine Murphy (24) 36 pts 2nd Agnes Carey (25) 28 pts 3rd Noreen Kinsella (31) 27 pts 16th April - 18 Hole Stableford - Sponsored by Blossoms Flowers, Killorglin 1st Catherine Murphy (24) 30 pts 2nd Teresa Clifford (28) 30 pts Fixtures Friday 21st April - Open Friday - Sponsored by Cliffords Groundcare - 18 hole single Stableford open to ladies and gents - Entry €25 Sun 23 April: SWOP DAY @ Macroom Golf Club, time sheet in Beaufort clubhouse Tee times 10am - 12am

Killorglin Golf Club

Mens Results Results of Killorglin Golf Club Mens Comp. 15th/17th April. Sponsored by Temmler -Scotch Foursomes. 1st Alan Daly (8) / John McCarthy (4) - 70 nett (CB) 2nd Shane Collins (7) / Dennis Bird (7) - 70 nett. 3rd Rick Sheehy (22) / Jim McCarthy (14) - 72 nett Winner of G.U.I . 9 HOLE Championship Qualifier. Brendan Murray - 21 pts.

Ross GC, Killarney

- Gents Club Results :On Sunday last we held a single stableford competition .

The winners were :1... Rolandas Bendikas (15) 38 pts 2....Tony Lenihan (18) 37 pts 3... Sean Moynihan (6) 36pts

Best of luck to the Ross GC Country Clubs team when they take on Castlegregory in the first round of that competition next weekend in Killorglin.

Spa Muckross Community Games

U10 Boys indoor soccer County Final is taking place this Sunday, 23rd April in Duagh. Best of luck to our boys, who will be competing against Duagh/ Lyre, Kenmare & Knocknagoshel. Huge thanks to coaches Adrian McCarthy and Diarmuid Carroll.

Workmen’s Rowing Club

Training News Both Indoor and Outdoor training continue as usual as per coaches’ texts.

Our lakeshore training takes place on Saturday and Sunday mornings at Reen Pier, Ross Castle, at 10 am. Keep an eye on coaches’ texts for updates regarding any changes to this schedule.

Schools’ Regatta The very best of luck to our scullers competing in the Schools Regatta , at O’Brien’s Bridge Limerick, this Sunday.

They are proud to represent St. Brigid’s Secondary School, St. Brendan’s, and Presentation Milltown in Single, Doubles, and Quads in J16 to U23 age groups. The very best of luck to everyone, and many thanks to their schools for registering them for this event.

We’re sure that they’ll do their Schools proud on Sunday.

Congratulations Well done to our J18 ladies on their selection for and participation in the Junior Women’s Sculling Camp at the National Rowing Centre, Iniscarra, this week. Keep up the great work Ciara M; Ciara B; Siobhán and Annie.

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East Kerry GAA

East Kerry Junior League The East Kerry Junior league, sponsored by Kerry Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Centre, Killarney, got under way with round 1, during the week. In division 1, both Rathmore and Gneeveguilla won their games.

Dr Crokes travelled to Rathbeg where the home side came out on top by the minimum. Final score: Rathmore 3-5(14) Dr Crokes 1-10 (13). While, in the second division 1 game, hosts Gneeveguilla defeated Killarney Legion 4-17 to 0-11. Both wining teams meet in Round 2 with Gneeveguilla traveling to Rathmore. Division 2 saw Spa and Glenflesk end with the same scores 1-10 a piece, to share the league points. A well taken score from Spa’s Mikey Moynihan levelled the game in the final minute. Leaving the sides on equal scores, 1-10 each. Spa play Kilcummin in round 2 East Region U16 League The last league round of games in the MD O’Shea East Region U16 League, are fixed for Monday 24th April at 7pm. All games must be played before these round 5 games. A number of back games are fixed for this week including Currow V Gneeveguilla and Spa V Fossa at 7pm on Wednesday.

On Thursday Currow host Glenflesk.

Clubs are reminded that any team that does not fulfill all its fixtures, will be excluded from the knock stage (semi final and final).

East Kerry GAA Committee Meeting The April meeting of the East Kerry Committee (executive and delegates) will be held on Tuesday the 25th April 2017 at 9pm in the Killarney Heights Hotel. East Kerry (Region) Coiste na nÓg Meeting. A meeting of East Kerry (Region) Coiste na nÓg (Officers and Delegates) will take place on Wednesday 26th April at 8pm in Killarney Legion Clubhouse.

Fixtures East Region U16 League, sponsored

by MD O’Shea, Killarney.

First named team has home venue.

Monday 24th April 2017 – at 7.00pm, Round 5, Division 1, Dr Crokes V Killarney Legion. Firies V Rathmore. Kenmare – Bye Division 2: Gneeveguilla V Glenflesk.

Kilcummin V Currow. Listry/Keel - Bye Division 3: Beaufort V Cordal/Scartaglin. Kilgarvan/Tuosist V Fossa. Dr Crokes B V Spa. East Kerry Junior League, Sponsored

by Kerry Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Centre, Killarney First named team has home venue Tuesday 25th APRIL 2017 - Time TBC Round 3 Division 1, Dr Crokes V Killarney Legion. Rathmore V Gneeveguilla Division 2: Glenflesk V Kilcummin. Spa – Bye

Firies Coiste na nOg

Saturday Morning Training Academy Our academy continues for our U8 and U10 boys and we are delighted to announce that our U6 boys will be recommencing on Saturday mornings, effective Saturday, 22nd April at 10:30am in Pairc Eamonn. Late regis-

tration is still available; please email firiescoistenanogpro@gmail.com and we will organise registration forms for your child.

U14 & U16 Boys – Lee Stand Football League Our U14s, sponsored by Henderson’s Shop, Firies travelled to Ballyheigue for their round three clash. Unfortunately, despite a very solid start and remarkable effort, it wasn’t our night.

Ballyheigue 5-13 Firies 5-11.

Our U16s, sponsored by First Chapter, Tralee registered a fantastic victory away to Kenmare last week; Kenmare 3-20 Firies 4-19. Their next encounter was Dr. Crokes at home but unfortunately regardless of their tremendous effort, the boys in blue came up short on the night; Firies 1-11 Dr. Crokes 3-18.

U12s - Hurling Well done to our U12s Hurlers who debut this week in the U12 Lee Strand Hurling League against a gallant St. Pats; Firies 9-08 St. Pats, East Kerry 1-03. They provided an unprecedented week of action as they travelled to North Kerry’s’ Hurling stronghold Ardfert the very next night to face St. Brendan’s. Again, victory was on the cards for the Firies troopers St. Brendan’s 1-00 Firies 5-02.

Fossa GAA

Lotto 16th April 2017 Numbers drawn were 8, 16, 20, 24.

There was no jackpot winner. The winner of the Easter Hamper was Pat Harris, Gortreagh, Fossa. Next weeks jackpot will be €14,700. Seniors The seniors played Ballymac in the first round of the Junior Championship on Sunday, it was an entertaining game with some good scores by both sides. Two first half goals from David Clifford , who was making his debut for the senior team, had Fossa leading at half time, 2-08 to 1-06. The second half was a much tighter affair with scores hard to come by but Fossa were awarded a penalty in the 28th minute of the half which Paudie Clifford converted to leave Fossa winners on a scoreline of 3-12 to 1-09. We are drawn away to Dromid in the next round of the championship and as of yet there is no fixture made, keep an eye on Facebook or Twitter for an update on when this will be made.

U14 county league - Rd 2 Fossa 3-17, Kenmare 3-14 Fossa’s next game is away next week to Castlegregory.

Boys U-12’S Fossa U12’s hosted Ballyduff last Wednesday in Round 2 of the county league. The Fossa A team won an entertaining game 5-19 to 3-6. Next up for the U12 squad is an away game against Ardfert in round 3 of the county league on the 23rd of April.

Spa GAA

Coiste na nOg ABC Nursery Fun continues this Saturday April 22nd 11.30-12.15 in our fabulous indoor hall.

New members very welcome as this

21.04.17 is free to everyone 3-5 year olds. Underage Training continues as normal this Saturday. Ladies Football: U6-U12 Training resumes Saturday 29th April at usual time.

U14 Boys The final score in this tough fought game was St.Michaels/Foilmore 5-13 Spa 2-6.

Intermediate Championship Spa 1-12 Castleisland Desmonds 5-16 A disappointing result for our seniors on Sunday as they were outplayed by a strong Desmonds side. Despite trailing by 1-7 to 0-4 early in the game they came back well to put just a point between the sides by half time 1-8 to 1-9. Four second half goals

by Desmonds however finished our championship hopes for 2017.

Spa: James Devane, Eoin Fitzgerald, Matthew Moynihan, David Spillane (0-1), Michael McCarthy, Dan O’Donoghue, Eoin Cronin, Andrew Garnett, Liam Kearney, Dara Moynihan (0-2), Ciaran Spillane, Michael Foley (0-1f), Michael O’Donoghue (0-4f), Craig Hickey (0-1), Evan Cronin (1-3). Subs: Cormac Cronin, Eric O’Donoghue, Shane Lynch Minors Spa played Kenmare in a keenly fought battle at home. Kenmare won out 4-12 and 2-10. Minors togged out again last Friday night away to Castleisland and lost to a stronger Desmonds side.

Ladies Football Our U14 girls played twice over the Easter Holidays. Played their back game away to Laune Rangers and lost in a nail biting finish. Started and played with 11 players but ended with the opposition playing their full compliment.

Easter Sunday played against a stronger Firies team but the girls deserve great praise for their efforts as we only have a small panel of players.

Upcoming Fixtures Tues April 18th: EK: Juniors away to Kilcummin @6.45pm. Wed April 19th: u16 boys home to Fossa @ 7pm. Thurs April 20th: U16 Girls away to Currow @6pm. Sunday 23rd April: U12 Boys home to Listry @6pm. Sunday 23rd April: Senior Ladies home to Austin Stacks @12noon.

Lotto Lotto Results 10/04/27. Draw held in The Killarney Oaks Hotel. Numbers drawn 01, 05, 16, 24. Jackpot €5,200 not won. Next week’s draw will be held in The Torc Hotel for a jackpot of €5,400.

Dr Crokes Club

Under 12 Girls The U12 ladies travelled to Waterville for their second game of the preliminary round on Wednesday 12th of April. Captained on the night by Selina Thawiset, the team took some time to get into their stride. Despite a monster display from midfield by Laura O’Shea (2 points), and heroic goal keeping by Amy Clifford, Crokes found themselves defending for long periods of the first half. Ali O’Donoghue, Cara O’Sullivan and Ester Greene had numerous blockdowns

and interceptions which helped the cause. Halftime saw a number of positional switches in the hope of clawing back the lead the home team had built up. The moves paid great dividends. Katie McCarthy(0-1), Teagan O ‘ Sullivan(0-1) and Sarah Cooper(0-1) all impressed as did Ella Bartlett, Alica Keane, Kiera Geaney, Sinead Byrne and Sinead Oliver. Unfortunately, their efforts weren’t enough on the night and Southern Gaels ran out winners. Many thanks to Cara’s cousin Aoife Dennhy who travelled from Australia and all the parents who cheered the girls on during the game.

That’s why their singing wasn’t great on the bus home!!

Congratulations Congratulations to the Kerry Senior Football team captained by Fionn Fitzgerald on winning the National League. Fionn played a major role in Dublin’s defeat.

Hard luck on the Under 21 team who were beaten by Galway last Saturday.

Lotto Lotto results from Monday 10th of April - 2 ,4, 11, 14. Jackpot €4500. Not won. Next draw on Sunday 16th of April IN Tatler Jack. Jackpot €4800.

Lotto results from Sunday 16th of April - 7, 12, 13, 16. Jackpot €4800.

Not won. Next draw on Sunday 23rd of April in JC O’Shea. Jackpot €5100.

Date to note: Kerry Coiste na nOg are celebrating 50 years of juvenile GAA in the county this year and, as part of the birthday celebrations there will be a parade on Sunday May 6th and this will start at 12.30pm from Fitzgerald Stadium. All juveniles (U6 to U16) plus mentors and parents are invited.

Medal Presentation Function to All Ireland Club Champions on 27th of May at INEC.

Kilcummin GAA

KILCUMMIN JUVENILE GAA Under 16 Girls play John Mitchells at home on Thursday 20th April at 6pm.

Under 12 Boys play Laune Rangers at home on Sunday 23rd April at 6pm.

Under 14 Girls play John Mitchells away at 7pm on 19th April and Glenflesk at home on Sunday 23 April at 5pm. Under 16 Boys play Currow at home on Monday 24rd April at 6.30pm.

Under 14 Boys play Crokes at home on Wednesday 26th at 7pm.

MASTERGEEHA FC U12 KERRY CUP Mastergeeha 2 Inter Kenmare 4.

U12 KERRY CUP Listowel 6 Mastergeeha 0. The boys had no joy in Listowel against a strong side. All tried hard.

U15 SHIELD Mastergeeha 0 Park 5. The lads were knocked out of the shield following a performance typical of their season.

They started well and should really have scored after creating 3 good chances with Philip O’Leary, Darren Lehane and Ian O’Connor having good chances. However just before the break the visitors scored with a deflected shot. In the second half the more clinical visitors added further

On The Ball| Monday 5.30pm

21.04.17 goals. GK Conn Fleming pulled off a string of super saves to keep the score down with Shane Warren also playing well.

U17 KERRY CUP Mastergeeha 0 Tralee Dynamos 2. In the opening half Mastergeeha created the better chances with Jamie O Shea, Sipo O’Niell and Dylan Murphy having good shots save and cleared off the line. In the second half Mastergeeha continued to create chances but the visitors scored two goals in quick succession. After this the boys pushed forward but could not get a goal back despite their best efforts.

U14 GIRLS Listowel 2 Mastergeeha 0. In this game the girls faced top of the table side in North Kerry. Anna Hannigan and Kate Lynch went closest to scoring for Mastergeeha.

MASTERGEEHA FC LOTTO There was no winner on Friday 14th April, 2017. Numbers drawn were 9, 14, 20, 21. Jackpot now €6,750.

Mid Kerry GAA

Mid Kerry U-13 U-Can Club Skills Competition Winners U-13 U Can Club skills competition took place in Beaufort GAA grounds last Thursday Evening. This is a Clubs skills event, with 3 in each Team taking part. All Clubs in the Division took part, with the Winners coming from Milltown Castlemaine Team made up of Declan O Connor, Shane O Connor and Conor Spillane. Individual Top Scorer went to Shane O Connor Milltown Castlemaine. Milltown Castlemaine go on to The County UCan Skills Final next Thursday Evening 20th April in Austin Stacks Park at 5.30pm and the very best of Luck to them. Congratulations to the winners and to all Teams who took part on the night. This skills Test is a vital part of a players progression and really helps to develop both sides left and right leg and hand coordination, and is a very good Benchmark to see if they are working and practicing the skills of the game in both club training and on there own. I would advice all clubs to run this at least 3 times a year, in April, again in June, and last one in September and you should really see a vast improvement in all aspects of the game.

Killarney Legion

FIXTURES Co.Championship Rd.1 Killarney Legion v Kenmare Shamrocks,w/end 13/14th.May.Date, Venue, time to be decided by CCC. GIRLS U14 Having lost their opening game against a very strong Rathmore team the Legion u14 girls took on Listowel Emmets in Round 2 of Div 2. of County League at Direen on Good Friday.

After a slow start the Legion girls began to assert themselves on the game and went in at half time with a hard fought 4-7 to 4-2 lead. The break however didn’t break their rhythm as the girls started the second half as they finished the first and built up an unassailable lead and a tremendous victo-

ry resulted. In an excellent display of passing, movement and support play epitomised by some super scores, our U14 girls put up a hugely impressive score of 8-17 against a spirited and gallant Listowel team. Well done girls.

Next up is an away trip to Inbhear Sceine Gaels and no doubt they’ll travel with renewed confidence,go n-éiri leo. u14 BOYS Na Gaeil 3-11 Killarney Legion 3-11 as has become the norm the u14’s were involved in another thriller away to Na Gaeil and came away with a fully deserved share of the spoils.

LOTTO Results of draw held on Monday 104-17 due to Kerry’s involvement in National League final. Winning no’s 5,7,25,27.No winner. Jackpot carried forward €7,900.

Gneeveguilla Gaa

Gneeveguilla Gaa lotto numbers 10,13,17,29. No jackpot winner next weeks jackpot €11,400 Gneeveguilla seniors away to An Ghaelteach Monday 17th at 3pm Intermediate Co Championship. Gneeveguilla Juniors away to Dr Crokes Tuesday 18th at 6.45pm. U10 training Thursdays at 6pm, U8 training Tuesday at 7pm, U6 training Fridays at 6pm everyone welcome.

Glenflesk Rambling house Sunday 16th 8 to 11pm all welcome. Save the date Gneeveguilla Gaa carnival weekend Friday 1st to 3rd of September. La le club is on May 7th. Well done to Patrick Warren who started for the Kerry minors against Clare.

against Galway.

KERRY MINORS Congratulations to Christopher O Donoghue and the Kerry Minors on reaching the Munster semi final with a comfortable win over Clare last week.

GLENFLESK LOTTO: No winner of the lotto which took place in Spillanes on 10/04/17 Jackpot - €4,800 Numbers were 3, 8, 12, 19 The next draw will take place in the Corner Bar on 24/04/17 and the Jackpot is €5,000.00

Listry GAA

SPORTS RESULTS: Congratulations to Senior Listry Football Team who won against Asdee on Sunday 16th at 2.30 pm in Asdee. Listry 1.17 Asdee 1.12 JUVENILE FIXTURES: U16 East Kerry League V Glenflesk in Glenflesk at 7pm on Monday 17th.

U14 Feile qualifies, Wednesday 19th in Listry. 7pm Keel/Listry V Firies. 7.30 Firies V Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane.

8pm Keel/Listry V G.G.C U12 Co. League, Sunday 23rd Away V Spa at 6pm CROKE PARK: Best of luck to all U12s playing in a blitzes in Croke Park on Thursday 20th April..

Sport

LOTTO RESULTS DRAW: Numbers drawn were, 14, 22, 23, 26.

No winner. Next Sunday night E6,200

Currow Coiste Na nOg

U16s: After having two recent Games cancelled due to various reasons our u16 team will have two games taking place in the coming days. First up our boys welcome Glenflesk to Currow on Thursday 20th at 6:30pm. On Monday 24th Kilcummin is the venue for their next game where they take on the home side at 7p m. Both matches are East Kerry League games.

U14s: On Wednesday last Currow made the journey to Blennerville to play St Pats in the County League. On the night our team proved too strong for the home side and won the game on a score line of St Pats 4-07 to Currow’s 5-21. Next up our u14s play their Feile qualifier on Wednesday the 19th of April in Currow at 7.00pm. They are in a group with Finuge and Templenoe/ Sneem/Derrynane.

U12s: On Sunday 23rd Our u12 team will play host to St Pats Blennerville in the County League. The game will throw in at 6pm.

Glenflesk

GLENFLESK SENIORS (SPONSORED BY THE KERRYWAY & O`BRIENS QUICKPICK) Intermediate Championship Our Senior team advanced to a Quarter Final meeting with Laune Rangers after a hard fought win over a strong Brosna team on Easter Monday. The match winners were in defence for us with Christopher O Donoghue in his first game for the Glenflesk Senior team Outstanding. The experienced Michael O Shea also came to the fore up front and finished with 1-02 from play. FT. Glenflesk 2-09, Brosna 0-14.

FIXTURE: Intermediate Championship Quarter Final. Glenflesk vs Laune Rangers Sunday April 23rd at 2 30pm. Venue: Glenflesk GLENFLESK JUNIORS Our juniors began their season with an away dray with local rivals Spa. Spa looked like collecting the points until a late Ian Roche goal salvaged a draw.

Our next match is at home to Kilcummin on Wednesday April 25th.

GLENFLESK MINORS Our Minors had a comprehensive win over Churchill in Rd 4 of the Co. League. They were due to play Fossa on Tues April 18th, needing a win to reach the semi final.

KERRY U21S Commiserations to Daniel O Brien and Lee O Donoghue and the Kerry U21s on their All Ireland semi final loss

Former St Brendan’s College, Dr Crokes and Glenflesk goalkeeper Tadgh O’Donoghue from Barraduff with Crokes’ three championship trophies. Unfortunately injury brought an early halt to Tadgh’s career.

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