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NATIONAL CAMPAIGN: Athlete Jordan Lee from Killarney pictured in Dublin yesterday (Thursday) at the launch of Circle K’s 'Here for Ireland' initiative. Photo: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

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Killarney Para Athletic part of new national campaign A giant billboard of a local sports figure appeared on Park Road yesterday (Thursday) – as part of a national campaign.

| By Michelle Crean Locals may have seen the huge signage at the Railway bridge on Park Road of 19-year-old Para Athletic Jordon Lee, from Killarney, who was born with one hand.

Jordon, who is pursuing his high jump sporting dreams to get to the Tokyo Olympics 2020, yesterday joined athletes Ciara Mageean, Nicole Turner and Olympic hero Michael Carruth in Dublin for the launch of Circle K’s ‘Here for Ireland’ initiative.

Part of the initiative is that Circle K customers can now use the Circle K App or their loyalty tag in-store to generate dig-

ital coins that Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls can use to fuel their journey to the Tokyo 2020 Games.

It is estimated that approximately €250,000 worth of digital coins will be generated over the course of the initiative, all of which will be shared evenly amongst Team Ireland hopefuls.

The young Killarney athlete will compete at the World Para Athletics Championships in Dubai on November 13.

Not only has he won bronze in the 2018 European Para Athletics Championship, he is ranked second in the world in the IPC Paralympic World Rankings.

“As a Circle K ambassador, I’m delighted

to be involved with the ‘Here for Ireland’ initiative assisting Irish Athletes and Para-athletes on the road to Tokyo 2020,” Jordon told the Killarney Advertiser.

“It would make a massive difference to the athletes if customers showed their support by scanning their Circle K App or ‘Play or Park’ loyalty tag, digital coins are generated which we can use in Circle K stores to help fuel our journey.”

His coach Tómas Griffin added that Jordon’s training for the World Para Athletics Championships is going great and he’s delighted to be featured on billboards and bus shelters all over the country and in Northern Ireland.

“Things are going great for him. His talent is incredible and I couldn’t ask anymore from him. For someone to appear on a billboard in their own town is huge.”

Further tests to be carried out on sick deer | By Michelle Crean The source and cause of an illness which is making Killarney deer sick must be identified and addressed as a matter of urgency – the Irish Deer Commission (IDC) has stated this week.

A small number of Native Red Deer were observed with difficulties walking and severe antler deformities during a recent Red Deer Rut Watch event in Killarney National Park.

While the cause of the symptoms is unknown and subject to further tests, they are consistent with Perennial Ryegrass Staggers.

The condition has shown in young male deer and females with no evidence of symptoms in mature stags.

Symptoms can include tremors, convulsions, antler deformities, difficulties walking and death.

On making further inquiries it is understood seven Red Deer were showing sim-

ilar symptoms.

It is not known if Ryegrass is present in Killarney National Park however deer regularly feed outside the National Park.

“There is no known treatment to reverse the symptoms of Ryegrass Staggers in farmed deer, animals can be moved to non-infected pastures to prevent escalation of the side effects however in Killarney National Park the deer are free roaming wild deer, so this is not possible,” the Irish Deer Commission said.

Some of Killarney’s most beautiful locations including Ladies View feature heavily in a brand new music video released this week - and it’s sure to be a hit with fans.

Local two-piece alternative rock band ‘Greywind’ - who are supporting Irish superstars The Coronas at the INEC this December - posted their new video ‘Desolate’ - which was filmed completely in Kerry and at iconic Killarney locations - on YouTube on Wednesday.

The band is made up of siblings Steph and Paul O’Sullivan from Rock Road, and the four minute video is taken from their debut album ‘Afterthoughts’.

"Since starting this band we've been able to reach fans from all over the world so for this music video for ‘Desolate’ we wanted it to be a personal video showing where we grew up," Paul, son of Paul O’Sullivan and well-known classically trained soprano Mary Culloty O’Sullivan, told the Killarney Advertiser this week.

"Our previous music videos were filmed in Los Angeles and the UK so it was great to finally film a music video in our hometown."

Earlier this year they made their debut at the legendary Isle of Wight Festival alongside Fat Boy Slim, Rick Astley and KT Tunstall in front of 70,000 people.

They had also promised local fans that they would play their first home-town gig in Killarney before the end of the year and will now play as a warm up act before The Coronas take to the stage on December 29.

“We're excited to release this video ahead of our Dublin headline show on December 12 in Whelans and our debut hometown show. We can't wait to finally play in Killarney for the first time!"

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MEP calls to scrap Daylight Savings Time

This Sunday, thousands across the country will enjoy an extra hour in bed after the clocks go back - but Killarney MEP Sean Kelly is urging the Irish Government to reconsider scrapping the bi-annual clock change. | By Michelle Crean

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GETTING CREATIVE: Killarney Youth Filmmakers plan to hold their first meet up in the town this weekend. Pictured l-r were: Leone Wright, Claudia Clifford, Johnny Horgan, Rían Gill, Mieke Vanmechelen (Kerry Filmmaker in Residence), Alexandra Bozic (The Official Killarney App) and Ollie Ojegbenro. Photo: Michelle Crean

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Killarney youngsters set up new film group | By Michelle Crean It’s lights, camera and action for Killarney teens who have come together and formed a brand new filmmakers group.

Killarney Young Filmmakers, for teens aged 16 to 19 years-old – plan to learn all about story writing, storyboarding, directing, acting, camera, sound and editing.

It was set up by 18-year-old Ollie Ojegbenro, who was awarded the Young Irish Film Bursary at the National Youth Film School in August.

The Sixth Year Sem student was looking for a creative outlet for Killarney teens like himself – and is now planning their first public meet up tomorrow (Saturday) and all are welcome to come and learn more about the group.

It takes place in the Curious Cat at 4pm where they’ll chat about their very first

production ‘Feeling Clean’ – a film focusing on young people and substance abuse.

This week they created a GoFundMe page: Killarney Young Filmmakers, to help raise funds for film projects and equipment and are delighted to have the support of Kerry Filmmaker in Residence Mieke Vanmechelen and Alexandra Bozic from The Official Killarney App. “At present we’ve about 30 in the group and hopefully we’ll have more as we spread out,” Mieke told the Killarney Advertiser.

“This is a fledgling project and we’re only finding our feet. The goal is to get youth in Killarney and surrounds to learn about filmmaking, scriptwriting, behind the scenes work, and content creation.”

The not-for-profit group are hoping to initially raise €3,000 for set up costs but said it’ll need continuous support. For more information or to get involved ring 089 9470355.

Mr Kelly, from Killarney is Ireland’s only Member of the European Parliament’s Working Group on the biannual Clock Change has been campaigning for the best part of a decade to scrap Daylight Savings Time.

Speaking from Strasbourg on Wednesday, he highlighted the importance of giving the issue due consideration following Brexit.

“The EU-wide public consultation on daylight savings time, which was carried out last year, received 4.6 million responses – the highest ever engagement for an EU public consultation,” he said.

“EU citizens overwhelmingly supported the abolishment of the biannual clock change, with 84 percent of respondents voting in favour of ending this outdated practice.”

He added that Irish citizens were invited to participate in a national public consultation on the matter in October of last year.

“This is an issue of great interest to my constituents across Ireland-South.

Studies have shown that the disruption caused by the clock change has a detrimental impact on our health. It can lead to weakened immunity and sleeping patterns and in some cases, increased anxiety and depression. It can also impact tiredness in drivers, increasing the risk of accidents.

“Amid the uncertainty of Brexit, it made sense to delay the issue, as there was a risk of having two time zones on the island of Ireland. However, we are now finally starting to see progress on a Brexit deal, and as the rest of Europe moves to end daylight savings time, it makes sense that we would follow suit.”

Councillor calls for dedicated Lyme Disease Unit | By Michelle Crean A Kerry Councillor has this week called on the Council to provide a dedicated Lyme Disease Treatment Unit as a matter of extreme urgency.

Kerry County Councillor, Michael Cahill, wants immediate action by Minister

for Health, Simon Harris TD, the HSE and the Department of Health, for the southern region, to end the practice of Irish citizens having to travel abroad for diagnosis and treatment.

Councillor Cahill also called on the Minister and the HSE to introduce an Educational and Awareness Programme for Primary Care providers including GPs, Public Health Nurses and the general

public as a matter of priority.

Speaking at this month's meeting of Kerry County Council, the Fianna Fail Councillor said this horrible condition is becoming more prevalent, particularly in Kerry.

"The number of cases has increased tenfold within the past 10 years and it is highly unacceptable to be sending more and more people abroad for

treatment and diagnosis," he said.

"Lyme Disease is most common in Kerry and Cork and it is now in every parish in our county. There has been far too many cases of misdiagnosis and it's high time that a consultant in Infectious Diseases be appointed to UHK to help end the practice of Irish citizens having to travel abroad for diagnosis and treatment."

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Spa GAA raises €2,500 for the Irish Cancer Society It was their first time holding such an event – but Spa GAA were blown away by the phenomenal support they received for a charity event on Saturday morning. | By Michelle Crean

GIVE CHILDREN A GIFT: Margaret Scully from Beaufort and Josie Real from Park Road, are the faces behind organising the south Kerry collections for charity Team Hope. Photo: Michelle Crean

A small box but a big gesture!

The club hosted a coffee morning in aid of the Irish Cancer Society and an incredible €2,500 was raised towards their work in the southwest.

Elaine Moynihan approached the club with the idea a few weeks ago and put together a committee of Health and Well-being Officer Margaret Doyle, PRO Deirdre O'Sullivan Darcy and Yvonne Jordan to plan the event.

“Unfortunately, there are so many homes affected by this, so the idea was to do something to give back to the wonderful staff and the centres that care for patients 24/7 during their treatment,” Deirdre O'Sullivan Darcy, PRO of Spa GAA Club, said.

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The club opened its doors to the community and as well as the coffee morning in the main hall, they set up a children’s playroom and a TV room to make sure the visitors had a chance to watch the big rugby match too.

A number of businesses in both the Kerry and Cork regions got on board to sponsor the event and many people brought along some delicious home baking and treats on the morning.

She added, many thanks to their sponsors and everyone that was part of the event.

“A big thanks to all our sponsors and those who baked or gave prizes for the raffle, all those who donated and supported the event, to all our helpers who made it happen and to everyone who came along!”

Thousands of vulnerable children will have a wonderful Christmas thanks to two kind-hearted Killarney ladies who are organising this year’s shoebox appeal. | By Michelle Crean Margaret Scully from Beaufort and Josie Real from Park Road, are the faces behind organising the south Kerry collections for charity Team Hope. And because of their good work and the generosity of people in Killarney and south Kerry – thousands who wouldn’t have had a Christmas present – will receive gifts this year.

With the November 8 deadline approaching, the ladies are hoping to exceed last year’s collection of 4,100 boxes.

They have drop off points here at the Killarney Advertiser office on High Street, Dealz also on High Street and also at their Deerpark Store, Joe O’Sheas Toymaster in Killorglin and the Youth Resource Centre in Cahersiveen.

“People are always welcome to drop box-

es into any of these locations,” Margaret told the Killarney Advertiser this week.

“We are appealing to parents, children, everybody really to give the gift of a shoebox for a vulnerable child abroad.”

Team Hope is an Irish, Christian international development organisation working to help children affected by poverty in Africa and Eastern Europe.

All you do is get a simple shoebox, cover it with paper and put in items for writing, washing, wear and wow. Do not include large clothing items, liquids, sharp objects, breakables, war related toys or medicines.

She added that many of these families are trying to survive on less than €1 a day.

“For every shoebox it means that one needy child will get a gift. They might never have gotten a gift in their life.”

KIND-HEARTED: A cheque for €2,500 was presented to the Irish Cancer Society on Monday night. The funds were raised at the weekend's Spa GAA coffee morning. Front l-r were: Kathleen O'Shea, Elaine Moynihan, Margaret Doyle and Michael Cronin (Spa GAA Club Chairman). Back l-r were: Kathleen Cronin, Deirdre O'Sullivan Darcy, Eugene O'Sullivan, Yvonne Jordan and Susan O'Sullivan.

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Permission granted with conditions

A refusal by Kerry County Council to allow retention permission for fermentation tanks for a popular micro-brewery on Killarney’s “Golden Mile” has been overturned by An Bord Pleanala. | By Anne Lucey

BEST IN IRELAND: Rozzers Restaurant at Killeen House Hotel, Killarney, has been voted the number one fine dining restaurant in Ireland in the 2019 TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award. Head Chef Paul O’Gorman with proprietor Geraldine Rosney (sitting), and management Valerie Callaghan-O’Shea and Odhran Murphy. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

The brewery had previously been a mineral water plant, one of two mineral water and soft drinks manufacturing plants in the town of Killarney until the 1970s.

The Council said the tanks, each over six metres, in a car park at the rear of the Killarney Brewery visitor centre at Scrahane, Flesk Road, would seriously injure residential amenities and “depreciate the value of property to the north and west”.

The Council also worried about precedent and intensification of use on the site which leads to the Muckross Road.

An observation from Thomas F. O’Connor said the term micro denoted "light scale", but the operation was better suited to an industrial estate.

However, agents for Killarney Brewing Company Ltd., appealing the Council refusal, said the company has planning for a

micro-brewery and visitor centre in Fossa, on the Ring of Kerry, west of Killarney and it would be relocating the brewing operation there.

The planning authority did not include “any focused commentary on what residential properties will be affected”, the company also noted.

“As there is no noise or odour related to the tanks, it can be assumed that perceived impacts relate to visual amenity only. Views are available only from the rear of properties to the west, which are between 55-70 metres away”, it said.

The appeals board inspector recommended granting permission “having regard to the planning history and existing industrial use of the site”, as well as to the scale and nature of the activity.

Cladding as well as encasing the fermentation tanks are among four conditions imposed on the development.

Rozzers gets rave reviews

Killeen House named Best Fine Dining | By Michelle Crean A Killarney restaurant has been named the ‘Best Fine Dining Establishment in Ireland” by the world’s largest and most respected travel platform.

Rozzers Restaurant, located in Killarney’s Killeen House Hotel, earned the top accolade in the '2019 Travelers’ Choice Awards' by TripAdvisor - after guests voted positive reviews on the site - which is used by 490 million people every month across the globe.

The 'Travelers’ Choice Awards' for restaurants honours travellers favourite dining establishments worldwide – and it lead to great celebrations at Rozzers this week after the announcement was made in London.

Based on a full year of TripAdvisor reviews, the winning establishments were consistently given high ratings and praise by diners across the globe.

Award winners were determined by factoring in the quantity and quality of reviews, gathered over a 12-month period.

And Rozzers Restaurant climbed up the rankings this year having being placed seventh in 2017 and second in 2018 to become Ireland’s best fine dining eatery.

Proprietor Geraldine Rosney and Head Chef Paul O’Gorman spearhead the dedicated team, with Geraldine saying that the restaurant and the hotel have been honoured with many awards over the years, but being voted the number one fine dining restaurant in Ireland on the world’s leading travel review website is a very special achievement.

“You know for sure that you’re doing something right and that’s why this award is extra special for all the team,” she said.

“Paul provides the inspiration for the team on a daily basis. He has been with us for over 20 years and he is a joy and a pleasure to deal with.”

CELEBRATING WOMEN: Garda Sharon Maybury, Garda Gillian MacEoin, Garda Stephanie Hegarty, Garda Louise Rea, Garda Patricia Mayse and Garda Siobhan Barry at the 60th Anniversary of Women in AGS conference in The Great Southern Killarney yesterday (Thursday). Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Gardai celebrate women in the Force | By Michelle Crean An Garda Síochána in the Southern Region commemorated the 60th anniversary of women joining as Garda members at an event in The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney yesterday (Thursday).

In July 1959, following a long-running campaign by civic groups and with the support of the then Garda Commissioner and Government, 12 women joined An Garda Siochana and were allocated to Pearse Street Station. Since then, wom-

en have made a crucial contribution to the organisation, as well as society. In December 1964, the first woman was allocated to the Southern Region and was stationed in the Bridewell, Cork.

"We not only celebrate the 60th anniversary of women joining An Garda Síochána, but also the contribution women have made to An Garda Síochána and to policing since then,” Assistant Commissioner Anne Marie McMahon, said.

Earlier in the year, Commissioner Harris announced the establishment of a Women’s Network to support and encourage women in their careers.

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Columnist ANNE LUCEY gives her take on happenings in Killarney, Kerry and beyond

The phantom voter Do politicians in the Dáil simply vote as a herd and does it really matter if the Fianna Fail or Fine Gael sheep from Kerry vote for the FF or the FG sheep from Clare?

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They are not just hiding the truth – they are manipulating it

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I was going to say black sheep from Clare, but surely there would be political incorrectness in trotting out this old children’s rhyme, and anyway the political party sheep are all colourless.

The centralised parliamentary system is under pressure in the UK, but there at least the standard of the debate is still marvellous and votes still matter.

People have little faith in politicians already and this is apparent from the lack of talent in national politics. I think there is more dedication and talent in councils than in the Dáil or the Senate.

In any case, local politics matters more in day to day lives.

That west Limerick FF TD Niall Collins voted six times for his neighbour in Clare is not that surprising. I have long suspected Niall’s grasp of things – he is blindly anti-Israeli and has pedalled the oldest of fake news about a Jewish lobby controlling the press! He probably had no idea this is classic anti-Semitism and has been pedalled with over 100 years. He repeated it recently in an interview with a Pakistani news agency and he had to apologise.

In that context, Niall probably thought it was okay to press someone else’s button as well as his own and wouldn’t have questioned it.

What really irked me was Lisa Cham-

bers, the Fianna Fail Brexit spokesperson. She exposed something much deeper in politics and perhaps in this society than the blundering Collins: scant regard for an objective truth.

Ms Chambers, on Thursday last, was so exhausted from Brexit she sat in the wrong seat and pressed Dara Calleary’s button - not her own.

On Sunday, the recovered Lisa was asked a direct question have you ever voted for a colleague or had a colleague vote for you? “No, I haven’t,” she replied at once without hesitation.

Well, well, the Barrister in her on Monday morning twisted her way out of what for other people would have been regarded as a bare faced lie just hours before, saying she “honestly” took the question to mean had she “intentionally” voted for someone else.

Yes, this is the clever reply of a lawyer, and she was saving herself from having to leave the front bench! Yet, she can’t tell which is her own seat when she is tired!

I regard what Ms Chambers said as a lot more serious than Collins, whose grasp of things is not that great in my opinion.

Ms Chambers is clever, and her instinct was to not tell the truth in the first instance. Why? Well she tells us why.

She felt what she had done was of no great consequence given the size of the majority vote involved anyway.

She omits to tell the clerk. So, she is deciding there is no objective truth, but her own truth. She is deciding what is an important truth, and what is not.

Sorry, but I see altogether too much of this amongst those who wield power in this State. They are all telling their own truth - what suits themselves and what they decide. They reveal half stories. They tell “white lies”. But isn’t it all very curious the “white lies” are usually self-serving and for a purpose? They are not just hiding the truth – they are manipulating it and there is too much of this going on. There is an industry in it and an acceptance of it.

The problem with lying is it becomes a habit and it builds up. If you lie about one thing, you keep having to lie and then you forget sometimes what you have lied about! And then you have to twist yourself out of it all! I recommend advanced yoga exercises for all involved.

Empty buildings We are told that 21 beds, or more than half the beds, in the Kenmare Community Hospital are still empty, six years after the €8 million building opened.

Then, in Dingle the €13.4 million hospital which opened in 2010 is sending 94-year-old ladies home because it has closed beds.

That’s health for you, and then there is housing. On our doorstep we have our own empty buildings. Labour Cllr Marie Moloney has raised something of interest to this column and this town and that is all the empty State owned houses in the Killarney National Park. She has asked the Council to liaise with the Park “and with some joined up thinking” get an agreement to rent out the houses that have been unoccupied for some time to tenants at an affordable rate.

It is an excellent suggestion, and one staring people in the face.

So far the OPW, which owns the properties, has told the Council it will not make the houses available to the Council for social housing - but Cllr Moloney may not be one to take no for an answer.

The dark side of yoga & mindfulness The warning about yoga and other Eastern traditions being incompatible with the Christian tradition may or may not be posturing.

What intrigues me is the strong reaction to the Bishop of Lismore's letter to Waterford primary schools in which he pointed out that yoga and mindfulness taught during religion class is questionable. It has ranged from mockery to downright anger in the national news and on social media.

And there’s been a lot of mud-slinging about the Catholic Church.

The simple truth is yoga teaches you

to look inward and stop your mind – while helping you to become physically flexible – and to find the God within yourself.

The Christian tradition is that you have to look outwards, be attached as well as inwards – and that you’re definitely not God! It is an entirely different type of engagement.

I blame the Beatles and John Lennon for starting this laid back nonsense during their visit to India at the height of their wealth and fame in 1968.

And it has such a grip, and terms like zen and karma are more common place than the centuries old limbo and purgatory. But there is something

that alarms me about this trend - people are so naïve and unquestioning about the happy clappy valley Eastern contentedness spin, they have been shocked that Buddhist mobs led by peace loving Buddhist monks have incited the killing of Muslims in Myanmar, for instance.

And they are especially angry if someone like a Catholic Bishop questions any of it - but he is not the only one.

Three years ago the Guardian newspaper sounded alarm bells and had deeply disturbing stories about “the dark side” of mindfulness.

The spirit world is not something we fully understand and is something we

pay less and less serious attention to – unless it is Eastern spiritualism of which we know precious little about.

It is now approaching “Tous Saints” and All Souls, and there is far more engagement with the paddywhackery of Halloween than about the very serious beliefs surrounding this time of year.

If there is a suggestion, as there is this week, that perhaps this whole yoga and mindlessness thing is a lot darker than we realise - we become angry if someone challenges our - dare I say it - unquestioning contentedness with it all. Why the anger? Why is yoga so important if it is just exercise?

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Kerry’s best chefs will go head-to-head in a brand new County Cooking Championships competition next month. | By Michelle Crean

ON A WINNING STREAK: Melissa Foley from Killarney, won €42,000 for her brother Mike, on last Saturday’s Winning Streak Game Show on RTE. Pictured from left to right were: Marty Whelan, Melissa Foley, Maebh Gleeson (National Lottery) and Sinead Kennedy. Photo: Mac Innes Photography

Double celebration for Kerry footballer

It was certainly a Foley sibling takeover on RTÉ on Saturday night as a Killarney brother and sister both won big!

Corner Forward Michael Foley from Killarney, played a key role in East Kerry’s Kerry Senior Football Championship quarter-final as they saw off Dingle by 1-23 to 1-11 at Austin Stack Park, while his sister Melissa played in his place on Winning Streak – bagging him a cool €42,000.

And RTÉ Two broadcast the game at the same time Winning Streak was aired on RTÉ One. Michael (22), who bought the winning ticket from Sheahan’s Centra Supermarket, Muckross Road, had a big decision to make last week after his name was drawn from the drum to appear on Winning Streak on the same evening as his scheduled game. He opted to play in his big match for East Kerry, but his older

sister Melissa (28) stepped in during his hour of need and flew into Dublin from London to take his place in the Winning Streak hot seat!

It was a flying visit for Melissa who flew over on Friday evening and returned to London on Sunday afternoon. She has lived in London for the past four and a half years. She moved over with her boyfriend Shane, since she left Killarney after college. She works as a Cancer Nurse Specialist in St George’s Hospital in London.

Melissa was supported in the audience by her parents Helen and Mike (Snr) and other members of family and close friends. Michael has no plans as of yet on what he wants to do with the winnings as last week was a really busy week - but he is sure to treat his older sister!

10 chefs from across Kerry will cook up a storm - a five course meal in The Brehon Hotel on November 24 - to pay homage to Kerry’s artisan produce.

The winning chefs on the night will go on to represent Kerry in the Munster finals.

“Each chef will cook a course against each other,” organiser Chad Byrne, Head Chef in The Brehon, told the Killarney Advertiser. “Each chef will be judged by diners who will have score cards after every dish on the night - giving 50 percent of the total vote. Two external judges from the food industry will also have a 50 percent vote. The chef that gets the most votes on the night will be honoured as our team captain. They will then go on to represent Kerry in the Munster final - ultimately leading to an All-Ireland Championship.”

He added that each chef will be joined by a Commi Chef so they can mentor and continue to train the next generation, thus giving back to the industry.

“It’s a promotion of our fantastic culinary heritage here in Kerry with amazing chefs championing our fantastic regional food and highlighting true community spirit, the craic will be surly had. Our food producers will be on hand to mingle with our diners and as the chefs are cooking in the dining room there will be no shortage of banter. It will be a fun filled evening with the best food in the county being served with an amazing buzzing vibe and of course funky music rolled into one to make for a jam packed night full of craic and festivities.”

Going head-to-head for the starters will be Cyrille Durand from the Dromhall Hotel Killarney versus Gork Arrieta from Sua Basque Fusion in Inch and Sol Y

COOKING COMPETITION: Chad Byrne, Head Chef at The Brehon Hotel, is organising the new County Cooking Championships.

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Two chefs John Harty TasteKerry Ballybunion and Craig Lynch from the Ballygarry House Hotel will battle it out in the plant based category.

For the fish dish, chefs Dan Moynihan from The Brehon Hotel will face Patricia Teahan from Carrig County House, Reeks District.

James Coffey from the Park Hotel in Kenmare and Sean Roche of Doyle’s Dingle will serve up the main course while delicious desserts will be Eimear Flynn from The Gleneagle Hotel versus Bruce Mulcahy from Mulcahy’s Kenmare.

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PROTEIN POWER: Sean McCarthy from Faha and Paul Quirke from Firies have opened a new protein shop at Phoenix Fitness on Main Street. Photo: Michelle Crean

Supplement shop arrives at Phoenix Fitness Phoenix Fitness, run by Sean McCarthy, has been a staple in the fitness industry in Killarney for the last five years.

Sean, a native of Faha has worked with a vast number of individuals over the years. All his clients have seen great results in all areas from weight-loss to strength and conditioning, pre and postnatal, sports specific training and powerlifting. The powerlifting has been so successful that it has led to the creation of Killarney’s first powerlifting club and

only fully equipped powerlifting gym in Killarney.

Their powerlifting team, which is 80 percent female ranging from 14 to 58 years-of-age, has been incredibly successful and has to date amassed nine world records, 13 European records and 90 national records.

While having great success, one thing

that was very noticeable was the lack of a supplement shop in Killarney where both the fitness-minded and every day individual could buy excellent quality supplements at a reasonable price. This is where Paul Quirke, a good friend and long-time client of Sean’s, whose family have a strong connection to hurling and football in Firies, came into the equation.

“We decided it was a worthwhile business venture and something badly needed in a town with such a strong fitness contingent,” Sean said.

The shop was opened as an extension of the Phoenix brand name and is run by both Paul and Sean. It is a great help to Phoenix Gym’s fitness fanatics and their ever-growing powerlifting team to have fantastic quality supplements on their doorstep.

“Being able to see what you are buying directly in front of you always gives you more peace of mind than buying online,” Paul added.

The guys provide a fast delivery service making it so much easier for everyone to get the supplements they need to live a healthier lifestyle.

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Sheahan’s wins Store of the Year award Not only do they have exceptional customer experience but one local shop won an overall Store of the Year award.

Sheahan’s Muckross Road Service Station took home the prize for ‘Excellence in Customer Experience’ as well as overall ‘Store of the Year’ at the Maxol 2018 Excellence Awards.

The annual awards scheme, now in its 22nd year, promotes and rewards Excellence in Retail Standards, Customer Experience, and Community Engagement across Maxol’s network of service stations in Ireland.

The awards were presented at a company-wide special celebration in Porto, Portugal.

“I am very proud of the whole team who work very hard to make sure every single customer who passes through has the best possible experience,” Aisling Sheahan, licensee of Sheahan’s Muckross Road, who collected the award on the night, said.

“It’s really great to have our efforts recognised and to also take home the overall prize of ‘Store of the Year’, really is the icing on the cake.”

The retailers are assessed through a combination of detailed site inspections

by Maxol management, external inspections, fundraising activities for Maxol’s nominated charity AWARE, and mystery shopper visits to observe and assess the quality of service offered to the customer.

AWARD: Aisling Sheahan from Sheahans Maxol Muckross Road pictured with Brian Donaldson (CEO of The Maxol Group).

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Dan Tim receives freedom award There was a double-cause for celebration for one London-based Kerry family last weekend.

On Thursday, the legendary Dan Tim O’Sullivan from Gleesk, Glenbeigh, was awarded the Freedom of the City of London.

The founder and chairperson of the Danny Sullivan Group was honoured for his contribution to life in London, both as an employer and a charity worker.

Danny moved to London in 1971 and as a 16-year-old worked for John Murphy & Sons before branching out and setting up the Danny Sullivan Group in 1986.

The business now employs 1,500 employees with many people from Kerry and is recognised as one of the most successful labour suppliers to the UK construction industry.

Danny received his award, which dates back to the 13th century at the Guildhall last Thursday (October 17).

It is awarded by the City of London to individuals who have made a significant impact on business and financial growth in the capital. The Freedom of the City of London can be gained through membership of a livery company or by direct application supported by a suitably qualified proposer and seconder. A limited number of Freemen are admitted each year by the Clerk to the Chamberlain of

the City of London during a ceremony at Guildhall On Saturday night, his son Timothy the Managing Director of the Danny Sullivan Group was awarded the ‘Young Kerry Person of the Year - Christy Kissane Legacy Award’ by the Kerry Association London.

“I am honoured to be recognised by the Kerry Association as the ‘Young Kerry Person of the Year 2019’, Tim told the Killarney Advertiser.

“My father won ‘Kerry Person of the Year’ in London 2004 and in Dublin in 2015, and I believe we are the first father and son duo to hold these awards.”

“As a family we have always admired and supported the work the Association has done to support the people of Kerry abroad. This award also resonates personally as it is the Christy Kissane Legacy award, who was a great friend of the family and of the Danny Sullivan Group.

It was wonderful to receive my award from Christy’s daughter Linda Kissane and enjoy a night of celebrations with our families, friends and colleagues. I am so proud of this achievement and grateful to be recognised.”

TRIP ABROAD: Killarney Community College senior students visited the famous Sagrada Familia Church in Gaudis as part of their school tour to Barcelona.

Killarney students enjoy Barcelona trip | By Rebecca O’Callaghan Students and teachers took a break from the Killarney rain and cloudy skies – and instead opted for a trip to sunny Barcelona.

35 students and four teachers from Killarney Community College flew from Shannon last week for four days of culture and of course sunshine!

The group, who were greeted with blue skies, sunshine and a temperature of 23 degrees, headed straight to Porto Ventura, where they rode rollercoasters, had fun and made memories.

When they weren’t sleeping, they were out and about having fun taking in sightseeing trips, bike tours, Nou Camp and even an impromptu swim in the Mediterranean sea.

With the Catalan protests going on one would think they would stay in the hotel all day Monday, but in fact it seemed they managed to do even more, explained teacher Brian O’Reilly.

“After deciding not to get involved in the

Catalan protests we got a spectacular cable car ride to the top of Montserrat where we ambled around the monastery and enjoyed breathtaking views that would almost rival Ladies View,” he said.

“Afterwards it was off Gaudi's Park Guell and we managed to spend time at the world famous Sagrada Familia Church. It truly was an awesome sight. Two hours of retail therapy later and we headed back to the hotel to pack, go bowling and somehow managed to dance the evening away at the hotel disco.”

Tuesday morning they finished off their tour with two hours at a high ropes park filled with obstacles and zip wires. Their bus trip from Shannon to Killarney was said to be the quietest journey where they reflected on all the fun they had and all the things they learnt, he added.

“Our students' behaviour and attitude towards a different culture, history, language and city was a credit to the school and their parents. Their enthusiasm and good humour was infectious and made our lives very easy.”

FREEDOM OF LONDON: Dan Tim O’Sullivan with his wife Sheila at the Guildhall in London last Thursday where the popular businessman was made a Freeman of the City of London.

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TEAM EFFORT: Beaufort Community Council Chairman Padruig O'Sullivan, (centre in front row), with local community activists who have given a combined 100 years of community service at a function in the Beaufort Bar and Restaurant last Friday night. Seated left are: Noel Spillane, Michael Foley, Padruig O'Sullivan, Neilie O'Sullivan and Tim Moriarty. Back from left are: Eileen Spillane, Bernadette Foley, Margaret O'Shea, Matt Breslin, Noreen O'Sullivan and Nora Moriarty.

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Jack Ryan named Killarney London ‘Person of the Year' Jack Ryan from Road has been selected as the Killarney London Reunion Person of Year. | By Sean Moriarty He will receive his award at the 50th annual reunion at the Crown Hotel in Cricklewood on Saturday, November 16.

The Killarney Association London was formed in 1969 by local priest Tom Looney, who was the parish priest in Wembley at the time, Cllr Donal Grady and the late Cllr Michael Courtney. Serving as a home away from home for Killarney exiles, it has gone from strength to strength over the last half century.

The annual reunion is one of the social highlights of the year for Kerry people living in London.

Each year the Killarney-London Committee select a ‘Person of the Year’ – and Jack is the deserved recipient this year.

“He has always been there, he has been a great supporter of the reunion from its inception 50 years ago,” committee member and former winner Noel O’Sullivan from Balaugh said. “He did a lot of things behind the scenes for Irish and particularly Kerry immigrants.”

Jack admitted he was surprised to learn

of his nomination.

“I wonder why they picked me,” he told the Killarney Advertiser, one of the main sponsors of the Killarney London Reunion. “I am in London over 50 years, I did what I could, but I am no different to anyone else. It is a great honour. I was there in the Spotted Dog Pub the night the first committee was formed with Fr Tom – we were all young fellows that time.”

Carrying on the great tradition, his daughter Jackie Ryan-O’Brien is a partner in the Scoil Rince Ryan-Lavelle near Wembley and has coached London-Irish children to world championship level.

The presentation will be made at a reception which will be attended by Mayor of Kerry, Cllr Niall Kelleher and Cllr Donal Grady, Chairman of the Killarney-London Reunion committee.

Cllr Grady has been involved with the organisation for the past 50 years and he has worked tirelessly to ensure it continues to prosper and that strong bonds are maintained.

Until next time, From all at Horan’s, Stay healthy.

CHRISTMAS CARD LAUNCH: The launch of this year’s Kerry Hospice Christmas Cards, designed by artist Jane Hilliard, took place at the Palliative Care Unit in University Hospital Kerry on Monday night. Sitting from left are: Mairead Fernane (Treasure KHF), Joe Hennebery (Chairman KHF), Kerry All-Ireland Junior Camogie team Capt., Niamh Leen, artist Jane Hilliard, Olivia Dineen, Ursula O'Connell (KHF) and Frank Hayes (Corporate Affairs with Kerry Group PLC who sponsored the Christmas Cards). Back from left are: James O'Connor (KHF), Breda Barry (KHF), Dan Galvin (KHF), Patricia Diggin, Gerard O'Connor (KHF), Liz Houlihan, Kerry footballer David Moran, Julian O'Keeffe, Mr Tom McCormack (Consultant UHK), Jackie Horgan, Jack Shanahan (KHF) and Andrea O'Donoghue (PRO KHF). Photo: John Cleary.

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SMEs and start-ups from across Kerry and the South West attended the ‘Grow With Google Digital Garage Workshop’ at the Brehon Hotel, Killarney last Friday.

The workshop was hosted in partnership with Enterprise Ireland and helped people and businesses acquire the skills needed to embrace opportunity presented by technology. The aim of the half-day workshop was to support these businesses to grow as they navigate an uncertain climate and featured mentoring and talks focussed on digital skills that businesses had highlighted as important to them as they try to leverage today’s business and commercial opportunities, including ‘Getting Your Business Online’, ‘Using Data to Drive Growth’ and ‘Going Global with Digital’.

“Local businesses are the foundation of

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“The Grow with Google Digital Garage is a great opportunity for businesses in the South West to receive mentoring and coaching in the tools and skills that can help them prepare for the changes over the coming months and continue to grow in an ever-increasing competitive global marketplace.”

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GOOGLE WORKSHOP: Attending the Grow with Google Digital Garage Workshop at the Brehon Hotel, Killarney last Friday from left are: Martin Corkery (Regional Director South, Enterprise Ireland), Seán Kelly (MEP), Michael O'Shea (Snr. Director of Global SME Customer Acquisition, Google) and Marie Davis (Head of Google Customer Solutions). Photo: Pauline Dennigan

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WOOD WONDER: Innovation Award recipients James Darmody, Daniel Herlihy and Daniel Collins with Denis Kerins (Principal) and Conni Vaughan (Teacher).

Rathmore students awarded for their achievements The achievements of the pupils of Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra were celebrated at the school’s annual awards last Friday (October 18).

EXCELLENCE: Academic Excellence in the Leaving Cert award recipients Jessica Walsh, Elisha Hanrahan and Niamh Finnegan with Denis Kerins (Principal) and Mayor of Kerry Cllr Niall Kelleher.

SCOIL PHOBAIL SLIABH LUACHRA AWARDS 2018/2019 • Academic Excellence in the Junior Certificate: Keri Ann Hanrahan; Caitlin

O’Connor; Ethan O’Brien; Ornob Shahin; Kacper Domalik; Maggie Buckley; Lily O’Brien; Maura O’Keeffe.

• Junior Certificate Student of the Year: Joshua O’Sullivan • Active Citizenship: Sliabh Luachra Men’s Shed with LCA students.

• Creative Award: Adhmad Crafts with James Darmody, Daniel Herlihy and Ian O’Connor.

• Exceptional Excellence in Activities Outside of School: Yasmin O’Brien

and Chloe McCarthy who were part of the U14 Kerry Camogie Team who won the All-Ireland this year beating Armagh.

Tara O’Leary and Caoimhe Guerin Crowley who represented Kerry in the U14 Basketball Team which won the All-Ireland beating Cork on a score line of 44 to 35.

• Enterprise Award: Liam McSherry and Danny Finnegan • Spirit of the Community Award: Elaine Nagle, Ava Harty and Cathal Bradley • Endeavor Award: Ben Murphy • LCA Student of the Year: Shauna McElligott • Sliabh Luachra Cultural and Arts Award: Séan Burke O’Donoghue • Outstanding Sporting Achievement in School Sports: Danielle O’Leary,

Guest speaker was Mayor of Kerry Cllr Niall Kelleher, a former past pupil.

“Patience and perseverance will always be rewarded and dreams can be fulfilled if students want to achieve their goals through different avenues,” he told the students. “I have fond memories from my own school days. Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra was a nursery for my political achievements and career path.”

Students received awards for academic excellence in both the Junior Certificate and Leaving Certificate, sport, arts, active citizenship, endeavour, innovation, and creativity.

School Principal Denis Kerins and Mayor Kelleher presented the awards.

The opening address was given by Karen Sullivan, the school’s History and Religious Education teacher and Leaving Cert Applied coordinator.

The school, following an amalgamation of Rathmore Vocation School and St Mary’s Secondary School, is celebrating

its 21st anniversary this year.

“Education has a strong tradition in the Sliabh Luachra area dating back to the late 1950s and early 1960s. Indeed, some of the classrooms in our school date back to 1962 and in the spirit of marrying the past with the present our new wing of the school is due for completion in September 2020,” she said.

She recalled Cllr Kelleher’s time at the school.

“Niall began First Year in 1998, so his year were our very first first-year group: new uniform, new school and the dawning of a new era,” she added. “I’m proud to say that he was a senior History student and my memories of him are of a hardworking, driven and determined student. He was ahead of his time on the issue of teacher feedback as when you returned an essay to him he always asked me how to improve and he would rewrite his homework until his grade improved.”

ALL-IRELAND CHAMPIONS: Chloe McCarthy and Yasmin O'Brien, Kerry U14 Camogie team members, with Denis Kerins (Principal) and Mayor of Kerry Cllr Niall Kelleher (past pupil and guest speaker).

NEVER MISSED A DAY: Outstanding Achievement in School Attendance (20142019) award recipient Niamh Finnegan with her parents Mike and Eilish Finnegan, Denis Kerins (Principal) and Mayor of Kerry Cllr Niall Kelleher.

Tara O’Leary, Ciara Hickey and Owen Fitzgerald

• STEM Award: Katie Shields • TY Student of the Year: Liam Mc Sherry • Spirit of the School Award: Éabha Dwyer and Jake Fleming • Sporting Excellence: Paul O’Leary • Anne Casey Memorial Trophy: Cian Sheehan • Paud O’Leary Memorial Trophy: U14 Boys Basketball Team • Innovation Award: PE Expo won at All-Ireland level; Daniel Collins, James Darmody, Daniel Herlihy and Luke Tyndall.

• Outstanding Achievement in School Attendance 2014 – 2019: Niamh Finnegan

• Academic Excellence in the Leaving Certificate: Elisha Hanrahan, Niamh Finnegan, Jessica Walsh, Caitrin Jones, Katie Buckley, David Dineen

• Leaving Certificate Student of the Year: Michelle Brosnan

PROUD PARENTS: Spirit of the School Award recipient Éabha Dwyer with her parents Donal and Niamh Dwyer.

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FAMILY FUN: Ciara Randles, who celebrated her 18th birthday party in the Dromhall Hotel on Saturday night pictured with her parents Helena and David Randles and sister Niamh Randles. Picture: Eamonn Keogh BABY’S BIG DAY: Baby Caden Cronin at his christening ceremony in the Dromhall Hotel on Saturday with parents Brendan and Denise Cronin, Tureenamult, Gneeveguilla, brother Nathan and sister Leah Cronin and godparents Sheila McSweeney and Donagh McSweeney. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Baby Caden has the prefect christening

He may have had a dramatic arrival into the world three months ago – but Saturday’s christening was a much quieter affair.

Baby Caden Cronin, who gave his parents Brendan and Denise from Tureenamult, Gneeveguilla, a real fright after being born in the family’s Toyota Avensis on July 27 - on the side of the road in Macroom as they made their way to Cork University Hospital - four days before his due date.

Saturday’s big day was once again all about him – and also a huge celebration for his family, including big brother Nathan (5) and sister Leah (3).

Fr Donal O’Connor performed the official ceremony in the Most Holy Rosary

Church in Gneeveguilla and over 40 family members and friends headed to the Dromhall Hotel to “wet the baby’s head” afterwards.

Godmother was Brendan’s sister Sheila McSweeney, while the chosen Godfather was Donagh McSweeney, Denise’s brother.

“We’d a meal at the Dromhall and had a great day,” Brendan told the Killarney Advertiser.

“Everything was perfect from the priest to the hotel. We all enjoyed it.”

DOUBLE UP: Ciara Randles and Anna Clifford, who celebrated a joint 18th birthday party in the Dromhall Hotel on Saturday night. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

ALL TOGETHER NOW: Anna Clifford and Ciara Randles, who celebrated with a joint 18th birthday party in the Dromhall Hotel on Saturday night.

Also included are Cathriona and Pat Clifford, Niamh Randles, Helena and David Randles. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

FAMILY OCCASION: James O'Callaghan (Godfather), Billy Burke (dad), James Burke, Patricia O'Mahony (mom), Grace Burke and Geraldine Shannon (Godmother) at Scotts Hotel for baby James’ christening on Sunday. Photo: Dylan Clifford

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Early signs of holly signals a cold winter This weekend I was struck by the vast amounts of bright red berries decorating the holly trees along the roads.

I have heard that a large crop of berries is a portent for a cold winter, and whether or not this is true, there is certainly plenty of food for thrushes and blackbirds!

We associate holly with Christmas - the prickly leaves and red berries symbolising Jesus’ crown of thorns and blood.

Holly is a tree native to Ireland, but there are many types of holly, and all are beautiful additions to the garden. It is a great barrier plant, often used as a hedge, its spikey evergreen leaves being a super deterrent, as well as looking good all year round. Of course, the berries really make it stand out, but its flowers in the summer have a beautiful sweet smell which is particular to the holly. To have berries, you must have male and female plants. The easiest way to tell is when they are in flower, or when they are fruiting. It is the female which bears berries, so at this point it is easy. However, females have a green oval in the middle of their flower, which males do not, and it is this which becomes the berry if fertilised. Only one male plant is needed for several females. The Latin name for holly is Ilex, and there is a huge range to choose from.

Holly plants are suitable for a formal garden as well as many other situations. As specimen plants they are easy to keep, taking pruning well. Beware however

that in some cases the male grows faster and larger than the female plant. I have two Ilex Heckenstar, or Castle Wall, at either corner of a box hedge square. Unfortunately, one is twice the size of the other, no matter how much I prune it!

Some varieties to try are the popular Golden King, which, oddly, is female, and Silver Queen, which is male. Both grow similarly to the wild holly are very suited to clipping, and I tend to do this around Christmas, using the foliage in arrangements. Hedgehog holly has long been a favourite, I. Ferox argentea, so called because it has spikes on its leaves as well as at the edges. It is a white variegated holly, slow growing and suitable for the mixed border. I. verticillata, or Winterberry, is a deciduous holly, well known for its masses of berries on bare stems, favoured by florists during the winter. It grows well here in Kerry. It is a truly stunning addition to a winter garden. A large holly tree which I am fond of is I. koehneana, or Sweet Chestnut leaf holly. It has large elliptical leaves, mildly serrated. It grows into a large specimen bush, or small tree, and makes quite a statement! I. Madame Briot is another favourite of mine, it has pale golden variegation and is a tidy, low growing variety. The colouring is very pretty. I. Golden Milkboy has striking golden foliage, surrounded by green, with some striping.

There really is such a wonderful range of holly available, it is well worth looking out for one or two to add to your garden!

New guidelines for Kerry shopfronts published by Kerry County Council Kerry County Council has published new guidelines to ensure best practice for retailers and their design advisors when considering shopfronts in the county.

The details of the new guidelines were presented to councillors at Monday’s meeting of Kerry County Council.

Kerry’s vernacular shopfronts are a core element of the built heritage of the county's towns and villages and they play an important role in creating a unique sense of place and character.

Kerry also has a tradition of excellence in the craftsmanship involved in historic shopfront design. There are many examples throughout the county of traditional shopfronts and signage that form an intrinsic part of a village or streets’ vernacular charm reflecting local distinctive styles and characteristics.

The guidelines provide that shopfronts should be of a high standard of design

and reflect the architecture of the original building and of the surrounding area.

Most shopfront works require planning permission and a suitably qualified person with expertise in this area should be engaged for any proposal.

It is the policy of the Council to preserve and retain traditional shopfronts that contribute to the character of Kerry. The need to change old shopfronts whether protected or not must be carefully considered.

Any queries should be directed to the Planning Section of Kerry County Council.

The guidelines are available at: www.kerrycoco.ie.

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watch ‘It Takes A Lunatic’ RELEASED: OCTOBER 25 ‘It Takes A Lunatic’ is a documentary film about the life of Wynn Handman, how he established The American Place Theatre in 1962, and also helped set up the off Broadway theatre community scene in New York. It tells the story of Handman’s life from youth, to a naval officer in World War II, to becoming one of the most influential acting teachers.

Throughout the film, there are clips of Wynn speaking, as well as interviews with his former students, colleagues and artists. Some of his former students include; Alec Baldwin, Denzel Washington, Christopher Walken and Michael Douglas. Wynn Handman is 97-years-old and still living in Manhattan, teaching professional acting classes.

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By Christina Lauren RELEASED: OCTOBER 22 'Twice in a Blue Moon' is a novel about a young girl, Tate, who is visiting London with her grandmother. There, she meets Sam, and they quickly fall in love. They share all their secrets with each other, and Tate reveals the one secret about her family, that she has never told anybody only for him to betray her. 14 years later, Tate is now a famous actress, and about to begin filming for her new movie. As she arrives on set, she discovers that the screenwriter of the film is her first love, Sam, who betrayed her all those years ago. The novel follows the life of Tate from when she was 18 years old in London, to her life when she meets Sam again as a famous actress. The novel was written by the duo; Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings, under the name Christina Lauren.

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'One Night’ Picture This Irish band Picture This released their single ‘One Night’ on October 18 - the first song released from their new album. This single marks the end of the bands ‘MDRN LV’ era, as they posted a caption saying ‘WE WERE MODERN LOVERS’. This single will be part of their fifth album. The band members were hinting about their new songs by posting some of the song lyrics on their social media channels. The band

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are about to begin their UK tour at the end of October, and they are also playing the INEC on December 20.

The band have said ‘it’s not just a song about the complete and utter turmoil of being cheated on by the one you love, it is a defiant stance to that stage where the person who has done you wrong says they wish they hadn’t, and they wish they had done things differently’.

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RTE One; Saturday, 6.35pm Dracula is worried that his half-human grandson is not showing any vampiric tendencies, so enlists the help of his fellow monsters in showing the youngster how it is done. The count is shocked to receive an unwelcome visit from his own father, who does not approve of his son's tolerance of humans. Animated comedy, with the voices of Adam Sandler and Andy Samberg.

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CHEQUE PRESENTATION: Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone Disease Chairman Christy Lehane presented a cheque for €11,250 to Marie Reavey (Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association Regional Development Officer) in the Killarney Plaza Hotel on Thursday night last. Also seated are: Tom MacDonnell (left) and Pat Kelleher (right). Back from left are: Nora Murphy, Denis Russell, Mary Lehane, Paddy O'Keeffe and Sheila Casey. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

INFORMATION EVENING: At the Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone information evening in the Killarney Plaza Hotel on Thursday night last were from left: Dr Dominika Lisiecka, Alan MacDonnell, Marie Reavey (Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association Regional Development Officer), Christy Lehane (Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone Disease Chairman), Katie Kinsella (Specialist Nurse from IMNDA) and John O'Neill. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Kerry stories shared at Motor Neurone meeting There was lots of important information and advice at a recent public information meeting for those living with the effects of Motor Neurone Disease. | By Michelle Crean The well attended meeting, hosted by Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone, took place in the Killarney Plaza Hotel on Thursday last.

The theme of the meeting was ‘Telling Kerry’s Story’ of people’s association with Motor Neurone Disease, explained Christy Lehane, Chairman Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone.

“Following a short introduction the

meeting was addressed by Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association’s Regional Development Officer, Marie Reavey, who informed the meeting of the work the Association does for Motor Neurone sufferers like providing home visits by MND nurses, providing financial assistance towards home care, provision of specialised medical equipment and funding for counselling and research. Marie also informed the meeting that 86 percent of their annu-

FUNDRAISER: Alam Shidul, Anne McDonnell, Ewelina Kubiak and Sandra Hall pictured at the Ross Hurley fundraising coffee morning in Revive Cafe and Wine Bar yesterday morning (Thursday). Funds raised will go towards a €15,000 target to fund phase 2 of immunotherapy for the Killarney man who is fighting cancer. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

al budget is reliant on fundraising and explaining where this money is spent.”

Alan MacDonnell, formerly from Kilgarvan, gave a very moving account of his mother Mary’s seven year battle with MND. Doctor Dominika Lisiecka, a Speech and Language Therapist, addressed the meeting and told in simple language of her interactions with Motor Neurone patients stating that something as simple as listening to the patient does make a huge difference in understanding MND, not alone for the patient but for the doctor also.

Rathmore man John O’Neill told the meeting of his wife Bridie’s association

with MND which in Bridie’s case was a short illness. Never the less she did not let it curtail her love of holidays and travel, and Bridie was active up until the end.

“We had a video presentation from Derrynane native John O’Donoghue, currently residing in Brisbane, Australia. John told the meeting of his Motor Neurone journey and included a video of his visit home earlier this year.

IMNDA specialist Nurse Katie Kinsella was the final speaker on the night and she outlined her work with MND sufferers and their families.

In conclusion, Christy read an email he received from Andy McGovern from Leitrim, who happens to be the world’s longest MND sufferer, having lived with the disease for 41 years.

“Andy is a true IMNDA ambassador and is always on hand to listen and help other Motor Neurone sufferers. Kerry Friends of Motor Neurone hope that the meeting was of some help and enlightenment to people,” he said.

SUPPORT: Eileen Cournane, Paddy and Teresa O'Sullivan pictured at the Ross Hurley fundraising coffee morning in Revive Cafe and Wine Bar yesterday morning (Thursday). Money raised will go towards a €15,000 target to fund phase 2 of immunotherapy for the Killarney man who is fighting cancer. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

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‘Kilimanjaro Mama’ wins top award at KIFF Following a sell-out premiere at Killarney Cinema on Saturday evening and a standing ovation as the credits rolled, things got even better for some Kerry based filmmakers.

Director Malcolm Willis and Producer Brian Hurley along with film crew were astonished when they were informed their feature documentary ‘Kilimanjaro Mama’ was shortlisted for two awards as part of the 20th Kerry International Film Festival. Before the night was over it was revealed that they won ‘Best Feature Film’ which is an impressive achievement for an independent production with a tight budget against some big budget international competition.

‘Kilimanjaro Mama’ is an hour-long documentary featuring an extraordinary young woman, Louise Quill from Tralee.

Throughout the film Louise tells the story of why she decided to set up Tir na Nog orphanage in Africa, what drives her and the impact it has had on her own health and well-being.

“This is our home festival and it was very special having all the hardworking crew with us on the night,” Malcolm said.

“It’s a small team of people who worked extremely hard to make this. This film shines a light on the amazing children of Tir na Nog orphanage and the inspirational woman behind it all, Louise Quill.”

On the night, Artistic Director of the Kerry International Film Festival, Eibh Collins, informed a full house, that the Kerry Film Festival presents films that challenge and inspire, that win awards and begin new journeys for the film makers involved.

“In 2019 the festival saw a significant increase in films directed by women and the festival hopes to build on that as the festival moves into the future.”

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BEST FEATURE FILM: The team behind 'Kilimanjaro Mama' winner of 'Best Feature Film'. Pictured were from l-r: Alex O'Brien, Ben Kavanagh, Brian Hurley, Malcolm Willis, Grace O' Donnell (Chair of the Kerry Film Festival), Louise Quill and Noel McElligott

FILM FESTIVAL: Danny Healy-Rae TD, John Breen (Deputy Chief Executive Kerry County Council) and Malcolm Willis (Film Director) all enjoying the IFTA Academy Business Networking Event at The Plaza Hotel at the recent Kerry International Film Festival in Killarney. Photo: Michael G. Kenny

AWARD WINNERS BEST INTERNATIONAL SHORT - 'The Sound of a Wild Snail Eating' by Elisabeth Bailey BEST STUDENT SHORT - 'Starry Night' by Emma Smith BEST IRISH SHORT Special mention for 'Ciúnas', for its subtle and nuanced directing.

WINNER - 'A White Horse' by Shaun O'Connor BEST KERRY SHORT - 'The Space Between Us' by Elaine Kennedy BEST ANIMATION - 'Mind My Mind' by Floor Adams BEST DOCUMENTARY - 'Heyday - The Mic Christopher Story'

by Alan Leonard BEST FEATURE FILM - 'Kilimanjaro Mama' by Malcolm WilIis BEST SCREENPLAY - 'Two Bed Terrace' by Cathriona Slammon

IN THE FRAME: Attending the IFTA Academy Business Networking Event in The Plaza Hotel were: Damian O’Callaghan, Cllr Nora Moriarty, Michael O’Donoghue (Plaza Hotel), Aine Moriarty (CEO IFTA) and Tim O’Connor, during The Kerry International Film Festival in Killarney. Picture: Michael G. Kenny

NETWORKING: Networking for Kerry and IFTA, Aine Moriarty (CEO IFTA), Michael Healy-Rae TD attending IFTA Academy Business Networking Event at The Plaza Hotel at the recent Kerry International Film Festival in Killarney.

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IT'S FESTIVAL TIME FOR FILM: In attendance at the IFTA Academy Business Networking Event in The Plaza Hotel at the recent Kerry International Film Festival in Killarney were: Tom O’Sullivan, Gail O’Donoghue, Helen CourtneyPower (Killarney Credit Union). Photo: Michael G. Kenny

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

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Exhibition marks 120th anniversary of first Local Elections A new exhibition titled ‘The 120th Anniversary of the First Local Elections’ is currently on display at Tralee Library.

Police investigate discovery of 39 dead bodies in Essex A 25-year-old driver from Northern Ireland has been arrested on suspicion of murder after 39 bodies were found inside a Bulgarian-registered lorry this week.

British police launched the murder inquiry on Wednesday after the victims, 31 men and eight women all believed to be Chinese nationals, were found in

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a refrigerated trailer in the lorry at the Waterglade Industrial Park in Grays, in Essex.

It’s believed the vehicle travelled from Zeebrugge into Purfleet and docked in the Thurrock area shortly after 12.30am on Wednesday morning.

The driver named as Mo Robinson (25) is from Portadown, County Armagh.

The National Crime Agency said they

had sent officers to assist and identify any "organised crime groups who may have played a part".

Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, said he was “appalled by this tragic incident in Essex”.

“I am receiving regular updates and the Home Office will work closely with Essex police as we establish exactly what has happened,” he tweeted.

Local authorities are marking the 120th anniversary of the first local elections which were held in January 1899, for urban districts, and in April 1899, for county areas.

The exhibition, which will run until Saturday, November 2 during library opening hours is produced by the Local Authority Archivists Group, and features archives from local authority collections around the country comprising of items from the history of local government in Ireland since that first local election in 1899. The exhibition focuses on how local elections work and also highlights the elections that made an impact on Irish society and other significant milestones in the history of local government. It is intended that the exhibition will assist in raising awareness of the purpose of local elections and highlight the role and impact that local democracy has on communities.

All are welcome to attend this free exhibition.

Trump sparks online war of words Trump has this week referred to impeachment proceedings against him as a “lynching” in a Tuesday morning tweet.

The definition of the word ‘lynching’ is ‘to kill someone for an alleged offence without a legal trial, especially by hanging’.

The American president wrote: ‘So some day, if a Democrat becomes president and the Republicans win the House, even by a tiny margin, they can impeach the president, without due process or fairness or any legal rights. All Republicans must remember what they are witnessing

here – a lynching. But we will WIN!’ Democratic congressmen and civil rights lawyers urged him to delete the tweet, saying using the word in this context was a "gross misappropriation" and shameful given its racial connotations.

Outraged Democratic lawmakers called the pronouncement racially charged, but at least one Trump ally, South Carolina Republican Lindsey Graham, backed him up.

However, Black Democratic Rep. Bobby Rush exploded on Twitter.

'You think this impeachment is a LYNCHING?' he tweeted. 'What the hell is wrong with you? Do you know

how many people who look like me have been lynched, since the inception of this country, by people who look like you. Delete this tweet.'

Rep. Karen Bass, a California Democrat who chairs the Congressional Black Caucus, also joined the online war of words.

'You are comparing a constitutional process to the PREVALENT and SYSTEMATIC brutal torture of people in THIS COUNTRY that looked like me?'

Bass tweeted.

'Every time your back is up against the wall, you throw out these racial bombs. We’re not taking the bait,' she added.

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Kerry Airport to celebrate 50th anniversary Plastic – ‘Can’t live with it, Can’t live without it’ Plastic is cheap to create but expensive to dispose of. It can last forever but is often used only once.

Plastic has changed our daily lives and our environment more than any other material – yet, we can’t live without it.

Yesterday (Thursday), Science Gallery at Trinity College Dublin launched its latest exhibition ‘PLASTIC’ which interrogates our current and future relationship with the material – from design to medical innovation it has been revolutionary and yet it is destroying our planet. The unsustainability of our relationship with plastic is well documented, but to stop using plastic is not an option. As an aesthetic material for artists and designers, it is unparalleled, and its use has revolutionised industrial design. More essentially, modern medicine relies on plastic so heavily that even the most basic medical procedures would be unimaginable without it.

The exhibition, which is produced with the support of Science Foundation Ireland, is Science Gallery Dublin’s first national exhibition. During 2020, the

exhibition build will be reused and toured in Drogheda, Wexford, Galway, Limerick and Letterkenny. In each location, the exhibition will launch with a new commission that has been co-created with the community to recontextualise the local conversation about plastic. It will culminate in a one-day summit at the end of 2020 bringing together communities, artists, designers, researchers, students, scientists and policy-makers to evaluate and discuss our relationship with this material.

Plastics are a global but relatively recent problem, meaning our environment and our culture has plasticity – we can mould and change it, both intentionally and unintentionally. Plastic has great power, and with great power comes great responsibility. The question is, can we utilise this wonderful, terrible material, while fundamentally changing our approach to living with PLASTIC? ‘PLASTIC’ runs at Science Gallery Dublin until February 9, 2020. The full list of exhibits will be available at dublin.sciencegallery.com/plastic.

Revenue seize 440k cigarettes in Dublin Port As part of an intelligence led operation, Revenue officers seized approximately 440,000 unstamped cigarettes in Dublin Port on Monday.

The cigarettes were discovered, with the assistance of Revenue detector dog Kelly, when officers stopped and

searched a shipment originating from Hong Kong as it arrived in Dublin Port from Rotterdam.

The illegal cigarettes, branded ‘Marlboro Gold’ and ‘MB Blue’, have a retail value of over €240,000 and represent a potential loss to the Exchequer of approximately €205,000. The cigarettes were found concealed in a shipment de-

Confirmation of seven routes for 2020, a new-look website and a charity partner to underline plans to reach out to communities more throughout the Kingdom are among Kerry Airport’s key plans as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.

Kerry Airport, which contributes approximately €9.5 million to the local economy each year, was officially opened on Saturday, August 30, 1969 by the then Minister for Transport and Power, Brian Lenihan TD - and 50 years on the vision of its founding fathers has been realised in the shape of a successful and respected international airport.

Half a century on from that historic occasion, modern passengers will be delighted to learn that Ryanair will continue to serve Kerry with flights to Berlin and Frankfurt Hahn in Germany, London Luton and Stansted in the UK

and, to the delight of sun-seekers, Alicante and Faro in 2020.

“Over the next 12 months, as Kerry Airport celebrates its 50th anniversary, we will honour past accomplishments and ensure the airport’s continued success and contribution to the community of Kerry and the wider region,” CEO of Kerry Airport, John Mulhern, said.

Another key development moving forward, to the benefit of passengers travelling in and out of Kerry and the hospitality sector in the county, is the development of the new-look and easy to navigate airport website - www.kerryairport.ie.

Kerry Airport and Pieta House will team-up in the coming months to launch the 2020 Darkness Into Light Walks in Kerry as well as other events that will raise funds for and awareness of the great work being done by the volunteers and friends of Pieta.

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS: Pictured at the launch of the 50 year celbration of Kerry Airport their new logo and website were models Aishling O’Connell and Fiona Griffin. Photo: Domnick Walsh

scribed as ‘tea tables’.

In a separate operation the same day, Revenue officers seized just over a kilogram of herbal cannabis, following a search, under warrant, of a premises in the Shannon area of Co Clare.

The illegal drugs, with an estimated street value of €21,000, were discovered as a result of an intelligence led, joint operation conducted by Revenue’s Customs Service, members of the Drugs & Organised Crime Bureau and the Clare Garda Drugs Unit.

A 24-year-old man was arrested at the scene and is currently being detained in

Shannon Garda Station under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act 1996.

Investigations are ongoing following both operations.

These seizures are part of Revenue's ongoing operations targeting the supply and sale of illegal tobacco products and drugs in the shadow economy. If businesses or members of the public have any information regarding the smuggling or illegal sale of tobacco products or drugs, they can contact Revenue in confidence on free-phone number 1800 295 295.

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SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL

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Feel more energised with toning tables

Pilates based toning tables are a great way to get started on a healthy and safe exercise routine.

There is no getting on or off the ground, it’s an elevated toning table, easy to sit on and get off of again. The table does 20 percent of the effort and you do the rest - whatever your level is. Each of the six tables works on your core and pelvic floor muscles. They help to lengthen and strengthen your back, neck and shoulders, keep you supple, allowing the blood flow evenly throughout the body.

This gives you increased energy and that feel good factor - helping to release endorphins.

They are suitable for both men and women of all ages, shapes and sizes.

We offer a free trial to try them yourself.

You’ll find excellent results when working with the tables alongside a calorie controlled diet.

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Table one works on thighs, hips, pelvic floor and tummy.

Tables two, works like sits ups, protecting the neck and lower back, arms and thighs.

Tables three, which is called the posture pullover, lengthens the back, neck and shoulders, pelvic floor and tummy muscles.

Tables four, works the oblique muscles, pelvic floor, tummy and arms, while table five works the inner and outer arms and legs, and also the pelvic floor and tummy muscles.

Tables six works the gluteus muscles, pelvic floor and tummy muscles.

For more information or to book a free trial, call Jill 064 6632966.

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Winter has well and truly settled in it’s fires and blankets time!

Christmas decorations are starting to creep into shops, however I prefer to get Halloween out of the way first.

I have been tempted by festive displays, after all it's only 60 more sleeps until Santa and with the mid-term next week it will be here before we know it.

This month we are looking at living rooms. We have top tips for buying one of the big spend items for your home - the sofa. It’s a question I get asked a lot as it’s such an investment and both costly and uncomfortable when it goes wrong.

In next month’s Home and Living we will be knee deep picking out our favourite Christmas decorations, and of course the best gifts for all your interior minded family and friends.

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CHOOSING CURTAINS

TO MAKE A ROOM STAND OUT As any decorator will tell you, curtains make a room — but only when chosen correctly.

When it comes to window treatments, it's a matter of colour and fabric, length and lining, and custom-made versus offthe-shelf. With so many decisions, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Here are some of our top tips:

Ready-made versus Made to Measure

Ready-made curtains are a great option, and they start at affordable prices. The pros are that you can buy them off the shelf and take them home ready to use.

They are often washable, so are very easy to keep clean. You'll find a good range of colours, including bright shades. The cons however, are that they are more expensive than the ready-made versions and you may not be able to find the perfect colour match for your room.

Also they don't normally have padding or blackout lining so won’t help retain heat.

They also come in set width and lengths which may not fit your window or need altering to do so.

To create a sophisticated atmosphere, choose neutral tones or self-prints. Colourful fabrics and bold textures are a

better choice if you’re looking to create a dramatic statement, but they can make a room feel a little smaller.

For warmth, heavier fabrics such as velvet and wool will exclude draughts, as will medium-weight fabrics, if lined and interlined.

Lightweight fabrics let daylight filter through, while pale colours reflect. If draughts and privacy aren't a problem, consider unlined curtains or sheers, alone or combined with a blind. Work with a big sample, at least two yards, since a smaller piece may not show the fabric's true drape. Also remember sunlight will fade fabrics over time. If the room in question gets a lot of light it's smart to avoid bright colours, since they tend to fade faster.

When it comes to fabric, linen, silk, faux silk and velvet are the best choices to use for window treatments since they tend to hang the best, but faux silk tends to be the most durable, and in a particularly sunny room, don't deteriorate as quickly as real silk.

A trick to remember when measuring hanging curtains higher than the window will give a sense of height to the room.

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Buying a sofa is one of the most important investments you're likely to make for your home.

McElligotts Killarney McElligotts Killarney Most interior designers will tell you to invest in a good sofa as it’s a piece of furniture where we lounge, read, eat and drink, entertain family and friends, watch TV and sometimes even sleep - so it makes sense that we take the time to buy one that's going to last for years to come, right? And the saying 'buy-once cry once' comes to mind.

From taking measurements to choosing a good frame - these are things you should consider before buying a new sofa:

Try before you buy You know when you're on the hunt for a new mattress and you do the age-old bottom test? Well, the same theory applies to a sofa. The average sofa has a seat depth of at least 60cm, which gives plenty of room to manoeuvre if you have long legs and allows you to tuck them under if you're shorter. But seat depths do vary, so definitely try out different styles to ensure you get the one that suit all the family. It’s also very important to check the total width, excluding armrests, if you like to stretch out.

Good bones

When we shop for a sofa we tend to get lost in the looks but what it’s built on is as important. Ask what the frame is made from and what is the manufacture’s guarantee.

Spend as much as you can afford on a quality frame – it will see you through many years of lounging.

Sofa so good

Remember that what's inside a sofa is just as important as what's used on the outside. When it comes to the back and seat part, feather-filled cushions are high on comfort, but they will need regular plumping, while foam or fibre fillings may flatten out and lose their shape over time and may not be as comfortable to snuggle up in. Choosing a combination of feather and foam is the perfect compromise as feathers give the squish while the foam provides structure. Another option is back cushions filled with feathers and seat cushions filled with foam or fibre.

Fabric

Whether you go for a bold colour, pattern or a neutral, your choice of upholstery fabric will have a huge impact

on the room, so choose carefully to ensure it fits with your scheme. Natural materials may fade in strong sunlight, so go for a synthetic fabric if the sofa will be near a window. It's particularly important in a busy family home, and if you have a dog or cat, opt for a fabric that's easy to spot clean. Loose covers are another option, as they can be removed for cleaning and some are washable too.

Measure twice There’s an old saying ‘measure twice, cut once’, the same goes when you’re buying a sofa. There is honestly nothing worse than buying furniture that doesn't fit into your home, and you may not be able to return it, or if you can there may be a lead time of up to eight weeks. So, before you do anything - measure up. Get out the tape measure and make sure you're certain of the maximum sofa dimensions that will fit and suit your space. If you’re still not sure, get some paper and make a template on the floor. Also, check the dimensions of any doors the sofa will have to pass through on delivery – your unscuffed walls and the delivery guys will thank you.

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

Simple habits make the biggest change Do you want to make a change with your lifestyle - to train smarter, eat healthier, feel better each day - but afraid it's all going to take too much work?

You probably think it's all or nothing, that you need to make this one big lifestyle change.

Going from zero to one hundred never works. Instead of focusing on making this one big change that will not last long-term, why not look at a few daily habits you can change over time?

Your day-to-day choices can make a huge impact on your life. In the long run, they may reduce your chance of high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and help create a healthier life for you to fulfil. Below are simple changes you can make without sacrificing your life, these small changes can help kickstart your lifestyle in the right direction:

ALWAYS CHOOSE WATER

Always choose water over a fizzy drink or calorie laden drinks. It will keep you hydrated and will also help bank your calories for food and more substantial energy sources. Carry a reusable water bottle around with you. Refill taps are becoming more popular and this is also an easy way of tracking how much you are drinking daily.

PREPARE YOUR FOOD

Taking five minutes to prepare a breakfast instead of grabbing a cereal bar on your way out the door will keep you fuller for longer and save those pennies!

Same goes with lunches. You don't have to spend hours meal prepping on a Sunday cooking chicken, broccoli and rice, just double up on your dinners and save half for your lunch the following day!

TAKE A WALK

Instead of watching television for the

entire evening, get outside for a walk, get some fresh air and you will instantly feel refreshed. It can be as little as 15 minutes. This one also comes into play when parking your car or if you’re in the city and on a bus. Get off one stop earlier or park at the opposite side of the car park. These small things can really stack up those extra steps!

PHONE AT BEDTIME Put the phone down and go to sleep 30 minutes earlier instead of mindless scrolling through Instagram and Facebook. Set yourself a time to go to bed, turn off all of your Wi-Fi and data and then set your alarm for the following morning. You are then free to unwind and let your brain and body relax.

TAKE SOME “ME TIME” It may be pouring yourself a hot bath, doing your nails or even taking 20 minutes to just sit down and breath.

Taking some time out for yourself can help press the reset button and refresh your mind. We often don't realise how fast paced our lives are and we make thousands of excuses of why we can't do this one. Make yourself a priority.

GRATITUDE Take five minutes each day to look around and be grateful for your health or those around you can really get you thinking in a more positive mind frame.

Change doesn't happen overnight, nor is it as easy as it sounds. Ease yourself into each habit and take your time, this is a lifestyle change, not another fad.

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STORYTIME: Rory Hodd, one of the few professional field bryologists in Ireland, will speak at 'Storied Kerry' in St Oliver’s National School next week.

Storied Kerry comes to Killarney school Local children will learn all about the archaeology, history, folklore of Kerry next week – during the annual ‘Storied Kerry’ in Killarney. | By Rebecca O’Callaghan On Saturday, November 2 St Oliver’s National School will hear some fascinating insights from storytellers from across the county.

The storytellers will deliver their knowledge in a series of five-minute stories on a range of topics - some of which will include legend, landscape, flora, fauna, archaeology, history, folklore and their contemporary story.

Representing the Killarney District is Rory Hodd, who is one of the few professional field bryologists in Ireland.

The storyteller has an exciting story planned on the remarkable Dr Thomas Taylor who produced the first extensive catalogue of 450 mosses and 237 liverworts - the first person in the world to identify 20 percent of these. He died from cholera in 1847.

Dr Rory Hodd has worked as an ecologist and botanist since 2010, during which time he has worked on several projects with BEC Consultants, particularly as a key member of the National Survey of Uplands Habitats (NSUH) team, as lead ecologist on a project to monitor eight Annex plant species in Ireland and has carried out monitoring a range of coastal, grassland and woodland habitats.

Dingle District representative Bridget O'Connor from Camp tells the legend of

Caherconree.

Danny O’Connor representing the Kenmare District tells an amazing story from his native Bonane about when he first noticed the alignments between features of the landscape with moon, planets or stars at different times of the year.

The Kerry ornithologist with an international reputation, Frank King, representing the Tralee District, tells a story focusing on his area of expertise, birds.

Archaeologist John Sheehan, representing the Caherciveen District, tells of finding a piece of pottery in the excavation at Caherlehillan lying where it had shattered 800 years ago.

Historian Tommy Martin from the Castleisland District tells of 10,000 British troops in Clydagh Valley in 1917 – one of the largest and last movements of British troops in Ireland.

Representing the Listowel District, Mickey McConnell, in song tells a story from a wide range of Irish folklore.

From the Killorglin District Mike Fuller tells a contemporary story from the starting up of Fexco.

A full programme and further information on the ‘Storied Kerry’ conference is available via email from storiedkerry@gmail.com and on the Storied Kerry Facebook page.

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COMMUNITY NOTES Fossa Bridge Club RESULTS: October 17. North/South - 1st Phyllis O’Regan and Marie Moloney, 2nd Neilus O’Regan and Ciaran Broadbery.

East/West - 1st Evelyn O’Leary and Neil Allen, 2nd Ger Foley and Finola Spillane.

Congratulations and well done to all winners.

Comhaltas CEOL AN GHEIMHRIDH: The dates for county finals of Ceol an Gheimhridh 2019 are November 23/24. Music, singing, storytelling, scéalaíocht and aithriseoireacht (recitation of a poem) competitions will be held on November 23 in Dúchas and the Kerry Sports Academy, IT Tralee North Campus, starting at 10.30am. Set & Céili dancing competitions will be held in Fossa Community Centre on November 24, starting at 10.30am. Age groups accommodated for are U11 and 11-14 on Jan 1st 2019. All competitors must be comhaltas members. For membership/entry form and further information contact the branch secretary, Jean, on 087 2871357. Closing date for entries to branch secretary is Monday, October 28.

AGM: Killarney branch of Comhaltas held their AGM last Tuesday night in The Meeting Rooms, Park Road. Branch chairman Eoin O’Carra welcomed everyone and thanked the members and officers for another successful year.

Honorary Secretary Ann Mangan read the minutes Treasurer Gerard Mangan went through the financial statement; both items were adopted. PRO Joan

Pollard Carew read her report. The child protection and safeguarding statement was read and adopted. The next branch meeting will be on Tuesday, November 19 at 9pm in The Meeting Rooms.

Kilcummin VACANCIES: Vacancies presently exist on the CE Scheme. These positions involve assisting (1) Community Care in the organising of their weekly Day Care facility & (2) Gardener in Killarney. It is for 19.5 hours per week. This is a development opportunity and no experience is necessary as full training is provided.

Contact your local Intreo Office to check your eligibility. If interested please forward your CV to the Supervisor at the Rural Development Office. Full details contact John 086 1579381.

SPOOKY SPRINT SUNDAY: Spooky Sprint Sunday is on October 27. This family fun run event and prelude to Halloween, now in its third year and run in association with Kilcummin NS Parents Association will help to raise funds for the Fuchsia Ward, St Columbanus Community Hospital that care for people with dementia and also Kilcummin National school. Registration for the fun run will commence at 11.30am in Kilcummin Recreational Hall which is located just across the road from Kilcummin Church where everyone is welcome. There will be lots of fun and games, best dressed and best pumpkin carving competition refreshments, home baking, treats, face painting, a raffle and spot prizes as part of the event.

KILCUMMIN LOOKING GOOD: Kilcummin Looking Good will be holding their Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, October 29 in the Rural Development Office at 8.30pm. All new members welcome.

COMMUNITY GAMES: The AGM of Kilcummin Community Games will be held in the Recreation Hall on Wednesday night, October 30 at 9pm sharp. It is critical that some new members come on board to help out with events so as to ensure that we can provide as many opportunities for our young people as possible in 2020. All welcome.

Killarney Musical Society AUDITIONS: Killarney Musical Society held very successful auditions last Sunday and wish to thank everyone for their attendance. A special word of thanks to all the wonderful children who auditioned, and to your parents for bringing you along, as is the nature of musical theatre sadly due to this musical's requirements we are limited to certain criteria and in turn are limited to the number of chorus places on offer, so well done to all and congratulations if you were successful, however if you were unsuccessful this time, don't worry there's always another opportunity right around the corner. Rehearsals will commence in the next week or two so stay tuned to social media for details.

Congratulations to all who were successful at audition, we look forward to working with you. It was a great day with some fantastic talent on display

and our Production Team, Peter Kennedy and Noel Lennon, were thrilled. We look forward to what will be an amazing musical journey to Joseph and so let our musical year begin.

Killarney Bridge Club RESULTS: October 7. 1st David Clancy &Mary O'Sullivan, 2nd Don O'Sullivan & Tim Corcoran, 3rd Mary Murray & Anne Looney, 4th Phyllis O'Regan & Ursula Daly. October 14. 1st Mary O'Connor & Ursula Daly, 2nd Ron Carron & Maureen Lyne, 3rd Sheila Spillane & Mary Ryan, 4th Ciaran Broadberry & Tom Doherty.

Bridge continues every Monday night at the Brehon Hotel at 7.15pm. New members, beginners and visitors always welcome. Please ring Ursula on 087 6465416 should a partner be required.

Fossa COLLECTION: Fossa Community Alert will hold its Annual Church Gate Collection this weekend, October 26/27.

Reminder: Check batteries in fire and smoke detectors.

Killarney Looking Good competition The standard has been higher than ever, and there has been exceptional effort put in, to keeping Killarney Looking Good by volunteers, residents, businesses and the Council. The awards will be presented at a ceremony in the Arts & Cultural Centre, East Avenue Road on Wednesday 6th November at 7.30. All welcome

SUPPORT GROUPS 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 1800633333 or by email krcc@eircom.net

Killarney Al Anon The Killarney Al Anon meetings are held Tuesday nights at 8.30pm in St

Claire’s, Vincent De Paul Building, Tesco Car Park, Beech Road, Killarney.

Contact 086-8616001.

MS Support Group A support group for people with MS meets every Wednesday 9.30am to 1pm, at MS Meeting Rooms, Beech Road Carpark (Previously SVDP donation drop off)

Suicide Prevention Helplines Samaritans 1850609090 or freephone 116123 or text 0872609090, email jo@samaritans.ie, or visit a volunteer at 43 - 44 Moyderwell, Cloon Beg, Tralee.Pieta House, free counselling, freephone 1800247247or call 066-7163660 www.pieta. ie; South West Counselling Centre, Killarney, free suicide prevention and bereavement counselling, 0646636416/6636100; Living Links, Kerry, 087-9006300; HSE South: Suicide Prevention Helpline 1800 742 745, Farm & Rural Stress Helpline

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Aware Support & Self Care Group Peer to peer support and understanding for individuals experiencing depression, bipolar disorder and related mood conditions. Facilitated by Aware trained volunteers. Free of charge, all adults welcome and no referral necessary. Location: K.D.Y.S, Fairhill, Killarney, Co Kerry. Time: The Aware Support & Self Care group meeting will take place on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 7.30 pm in the KDYS, Fair Hill, Killarney. www.aware.ie

Rainbows Maine Valley Family Centre Castlemaine will run their next free Rainbows Programme starting on 5th November 2019. This is a Bereavement programme suitable for children aged 7 & 8 years who are affected by the death of a parent, grandparent, aunt , uncle or sibling. For further informa-

tion or to book a place phone Helen/ Maine Valley Centre on 066 9767833 or 086 0580019. Visit www.rainbowsireland.ie

Recovery Haven Killarney Outreach for Recovery Haven Kerry is holding a Coffee and Pink Nails morning on Tuesday 15th October from 10 am-12.30 pm, and is situated at the Reeks opposite the Lidl roundabout. All are welcome.

Irish Wheelchair Association The Irish Wheelchair Association is the National Association for people with physical / sensory disabilities. Resource & outreach centre in the Reeks Development in Killarney every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. We cater for people under 66 years of age and offer various programs from exercises to computers or just a social outing if that’s what you require. For further information contact Terry O’Brien on 0872634196

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Toyota C-HR set for Kerry launch next month The new Toyota C-HR is expected in Bowler’s Garage by the middle of next month.

The all new model will feature a choice of hybrid powertrains, a new multimedia system and design enhancements that refine its look whilst keeping the iconic shape.

Joining the improved 122hp 1.8l hybrid, is the new 184hp 2.0l Hybrid Dynamic Force system to give customers a choice of highly-efficient hybrid powertrains, with C02 emissions starting from 109 g/km for the 1.8l system and from 118 g/km on the 2.0l Hybrid Dynamic Force System.

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Vintage club looks forward to the next 40 years The Kingdom Veteran Vintage and Classic Car Club (KVVCCV) brought its year-long 40th anniversary celebrations to an end with back-toback weekend events over the last two weeks.

The club which was founded in Kerry Airport in October 1979 held its last run of the season two weeks ago.

The Kenmare-based autumn run attracted over 12O cars from all over Ireland.

The drivers left Kenmare and travelled to Gougane Barra via the Top of Coom

and returned via Healy Pass.

Mike McDonagh won the prestigious Tom Tohill Award for the oldest car on the run. His 1938 Riley travelled nearly 200kms over the weekend - and didn't leak one drop of oil.

The run doubled as a fundraiser for Kerry Parents and Friends – ‘Buy a Bus’ campaign.

The club’s final event of the year was the Dingle Cars and Coffee event on Sunday last and the club used the opportunity to present a cheque for €1,071 to the bus campaign.

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OUTLAW: Barnaby Levy’s Outlaw Anglia drag racing Ford Popular was one of the star attractions at the third running of Killarney Cars and Coffee Meet.

Fast car steals the show at local event An Outlaw Anglia drag racing Ford Popular car stole the show at the third Killarney Cars and Coffee Meet at KC Print on Sunday.

There was a great turnout once again for the event with a wide range of cars and motorbikes from classic to modern on display.

However, one of the main highlights was the unique car brought along by Barnaby Levy from Castlemaine.

His Outlaw Anglia drag racing Ford Popular, fitted with a 7.6 litre Oldsmobile V8 engine, is a famous car which was campaigned in the 1980s in the UK. While the car is now permanently in Kerry, Barnaby regularly races it back in the UK where it has run a nine-second quarter mile with a terminal speed of 237km/h.

“It was also great to see lots of families turn up just to see the cars and have a coffee or a hot chocolate,” Cormac Casey, owner of KC Print, the Killarney Advertiser’s parent company, said.

“The next generation of car enthusiasts got to see some impressive machinery

up close.

“One of the favourite stories from the day was about a 1955 WFM Polish motorbike that was present, which had been restored to pristine condition by its current owner. He explained that he had bought it as a rusty wreck from the previous owner who had owned it from 1957 to 1999, including having used it to bring himself and his wife to the church when they were getting married. When the restoration was complete, he brought it back to show it to the now 80-plus year-old previous owner - who was reduced to tears when he saw the fantastic revival of his old bike. It just brought home to us the fantastic heritage and anecdotes that are attached to cars and bikes such as this.”

Pristine Classics from Glenbeigh also brought a beautiful Jaguar E-Type car recently, which was restored by the south Kerry firm.

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Service Excellence award for Aghadoe Heights Hotel Aghadoe Heights Hotel and Spa have been named winners at the 22nd annual Irish Golf Tour Operators Association (IGTOA) national conference.

WINNER: Aghadoe Heights Hotel and Spa accepting the ‘Service Excellence Award’. Pictured were: Niall Coffey, (General Manager) and Trish Covarr (Director of Sales and Marketing) with IGTOA member Eamonn Kennelly (Golf Vacations Ireland).

The exclusive five star hotel and spa was presented the much sought after ‘Service Excellence Award’ during an elaborate black tie gala dinner in Tralee this week.

“We were absolutely thrilled to accept

this prestigious award on behalf of our team,” Niall Coffey, General Manager at Aghadoe Heights Hotel and Spa, said.

“Our dedication and commitment to our friends and business partners in the golf industry has been recognised and we have thoroughly enjoyed showing their guests the warmth and charm of Kerry hospitality.”

The IGTOA Service Excellence Awards are awarded to accommodation and

service providers in the golfing industry who offer a guest service or guest experience that goes beyond addressing the needs and expectation of visiting golfers and contributes to their overall Irish Golfing experience.

“The team at Aghadoe Heights consistently put their best foot forward when it comes to hosting golfers from around the world. They truly understand the needs of each guest in the hotel and their years of experience and genuine warmth and hospitality is evident throughout. We were delighted to show recognition of this by honouring them with the Service Excellence Award this year,” Denis Kane, Chairman IGTOA, said.

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Killarney North Community Games 1980s (taken outside St. Marys Parish Hall)

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Property Partners Gallivan Killarney Business Centre, Upper High Street, Killarney V93 K5CF E: killarney@propertypartners.ie T: 064 6634177

TO LET: Beautiful apartment. Own entrance 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, private car park and garden. All modcons. Suit working couple.

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Electric heating. Contact Donal on 0868286313 TO LET: Double room to let, female or couple. 085-8744245 TO LET: 2 bedroomed house to let in Muckross, near Gleneagle Hotel and beside National Park. Parking. Would suit couple.

087-6447532 TO LET: Room in Cahernane Meadows, long term, careful tenant. Non-smoker. Apply 066-9767140 or 087-6993819 TO LET: 3 bedroom house 2 mins walk to town centre, free parking, oil heating, all

Maine Valley Property Old Chapel Lane, Milltown, Kerry E: info@mainevalleyproperties.com T: 066 9765577 or 087 6738210

mod cons. 087-2422565 TO LET: Quality accommodation available close to town. 087-2626187 TO LET: En suite room. All supplied. Ring between 6&7pm. 087-6465355 TO LET: Luxury Double Room - En suite, Aghadoe - Killarney Phone 083 385 7290 Situated in a quiet private Home. Large sitting room, kitchen, dining room. Fully furnished . 10 minute Drive from town centre. garden front and back.Parking, Broadband and Electricity inc in rent!! Double Bedroom €575 monthly. 2 people currently living in this house. Looking for either males or females WANTED: Granny flat/Annexe required to rent in Killarney/Killorglin area. Call 087 6653744 WANTED: Small cosy cottage (1-2 bed)

All Ireland Properties Main Street, Rathmore, Kerry E: allirelandproperties@gmail.com T: 087 243 8182

near the sea on the South or West coast of Ireland. A writer’s retreat, from approx. 26 November for an initial 6-8 months let with potential to extend, for single Irish woman returning home. Needs mobile and internet signal, and a bath. Ideally with fire/range or wood burner. Furnished or unfurnished. Up to 600Euro /month approx. Can provide references and deposit or advance payment. 0044 7528586817 WANTED: Apartment required long term, 58 year old male, in same place now for last 10 years, landlord revamping so have to vacate by October 2020. I am a general builder, so no problem to maintain building, have exemplary references. Looking for around 650/700 on RAS. 087-6822317 WANTED: One bedroom apartment for single professional female in the Killarney area, long term. 087 4162399

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE FOR SALE: Good black machine turf, €4 per bag. Can deliver. 064-6632308 FOR SALE: 17ft fibre glass lake boat. New timber keel. Killarney 086-9266070 FOR SALE: Fire timber for sale, chopped and bagged. €4 to €5 per bag. 087-7404417.

Small and large bags available.

AVAILABLE AVAILABLE: Removal service, House, Office, Local, Nationwide deliveries, anytime-anywhere, 7 days a week. Also all kinds of clear outs etc. 087-2600407/064-6631979.

AVAILABLE: Dan Herlihy 087-8111911 building general maintenance no kind of job too small.

AVAILABLE: Music lessons, violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted, Tel. John 0876801392. Piano lessons Tel. Maggie 0876961681.

AVAILABLE: Church music for all occasions.

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

AVAILABLE: Experienced child-minder.

First Aid and Garda vetted, safe and secure

play area, homely atmosphere. Tel: 0872359466.

AVAILABLE: Brendan Herlihy home maintenance/renovations. Carpentry, painting, power washing, gardening, garden sheds repaired etc. Tel. 087-9364895/ 0646643317.

AVAILABLE: Man available for cutting and splitting timber. Keen rates. Contact Jer on 087-7658496 AVAILABLE: DOG MINDING KILLARNEY. We mind dog in your home when away or at work, from €20 per day. Washing also available. 089 2310208.

AVAILABLE: German Grinds available in Killarney with experienced, fluent German speaker. Strong focus on exam papers and spoken German for oral exam. Private one-toone classes tailored to your son or daughter's needs. Call Anna: 0876302836 AVAILABLE: Are you strugling with Maths?

Help available: Junior Cert/Leaving Cert, Higher/Ordinary level. One to one/group lessons focussing on student’s understanding and exam preparation. Contact Jack Galvin on 085-2827070 AVAILABLE: House cleaner, home help available..Phone or text 0851621402

AVAILABLE: Tuition in Leaving Cert Biology, Ag. Science and Junior Cert Maths and Science. 086-2427650 AVAILABLE: KOREAN LANGUAGE CLASSES For all age groups and abilities.

Teacher has a Masters in Korean language teaching. Call 085 8676020

ANIMALS FOR SALE: 2 male Jack Russell x Pug puppies, 5 month old. Well used to children. 087-6387335

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ANIMALS: KLAWS (Kenmare and Locality Animal Welfare Society) We have a number of adult cats (all colours) awaiting homes. 0879729240 or 087-9704480.

ANIMALS FOR SALE: x4 male Jack Russell pups, free to good home. 085-1200764 ANIMALS FOR SALE: House puppies, small breed. Tel: 086-2658071

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WANTED WANTED: Childminder required for 2 children in their own house, 5 days a week and must be available to cover school holidays.

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WANTED: Personal Care Assistant required for an elderly gentleman in Kilcummin / Killarney area: 4 hours per day (10 am - 2 pm approximately), 5 days a week. Full driving licence, Manual handling training & Garda Vetting necessary. Attractive wages. Immediate start if possible. All enquiries to 087- 4179314.

WANTED: Cleaner needed for family home. 9 hours a week over a few days. €10 per hour.

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Tesco stores across Kerry are set to host a ‘Trick or Treat for Temple Street’ Halloween party for customers and locals alike, today (Friday) and tomorrow (Saturday). Tesco colleagues are calling on customers to drop in store and join the spooky celebrations, with cake sales, face-painting, balloons and much more to help raise much needed funds for sick children. All of these vital funds raised will go toward purchasing new paediatric scopes; life-saving equipment needed for Temple Street to ensure that each child receives the best care possible. ...........................................................

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y Kerri, Happy 21st Birthda & Cian xxx Love from Mom, Dad, Eoin

Edna Alicia Ornelas-Rodriguez (daughter of Paul and Patrici a Thompson of Coleraine) and Joseph Paul Looney (son of Joseph and Noreen Looney, Droumduhig, Killarney) follow ing their wedding in St. Malachy’s Church, Belfast last Friday , 18th October. The couple held their reception in the Titanic Hotel, Belfast, and will reside in Ballymena.

Would You Like To Include A Birthday/Occasions Photo For Someone?

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Food Hampers available upon request SPECIALISING IN:

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Drop or post in your entries to our office: Killarney Advertiser, Unit 1C Park Place, High Street, Killarney by Tues 29th Oct by 3pm to be in with a chance of winning a family (2+2) pass to see the spectacular rags to riches pantomime

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

1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

7TH ANNIVERSARY

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HEALY

In loving memory of Noreen O’Connor née O’Sullivan McCann Late of Ferndale Avenue, Killarney and formerly of Mangerton, Kilgarvan Died on 31st October 2018

Cherished memories of Daniel Healy Late of Rockfield, Tralee Road Whose 7th anniversary occurs on the 1st November.

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In loving memory of Dan Moynihan Late of Shronedraugh, Headford Who died on 30th October 2018 R.I.P. As we lovingly remember Dan on his first Anniversary, his wife Nuala and his family would like to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with us on our sad loss.

We express heartfelt thanks to our extended family, friends, neighbours and work colleagues for their kindness and support over the past few years.

Thank you to all who called to our House, attended the rosary, removal, Funeral Mass and Burial. Many thanks also to those who provided refreshments at this time.

Thank you to Dr Donal Coffey and to all your caring staff at the Ross Medical centre. We also wish to thank O’Donoghue’s Pharmacy for their help at all times.

Thanks to the community nurses, Sheila McCarthy, Mary Healy, Deborah Houlihan, Maura Cronin and Dan’s home help team; Geraldine Cremin, Joan Cahill, Alex Abu, Siobhan Fleming and all at the home help Office.

Special thanks to Murphy Funeral Directors for their professionalism in the handling of the funeral arrangements.

Many thanks to our Parish Priest Father George Hayes for his many visits to Dan and for his beautiful Funeral Mass. We also wish to thank the concelebrants to the Funeral Mass.

We would like to thank Derry and Rosie Healy for their music and song in the Church and at the Graveside.

Thank you to the Killarney Heights Hotel for their hospitality and services provided after the Funeral.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deep gratitude to one and all.

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

In loving memory of Patsy O Carroll (nee O Keeffe) Late of 11, Rock Road, Killarney Who died on the 6th of November 2018 On Patsy’s first anniversary we, the O’Carroll and the O’Keeffe family, wish to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy shown to us following the sad loss of Patsy.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many friends, neighbours and sympathisers who visited our home, attended the service and burial, as well as those who provided emotional and practical support for us at such a difficult time.

For those who telephoned, travelled long distances, sent floral tributes, cards and messages of condolences as well as those who made charitable donations, we are truly grateful.

A special word of thanks to Dr Laura Malone, consultant oncologist Dr Richard Bambury, the wonderful staff of the oncology department of University Hospital Kerry, the home nursing team from Palliative Care Services, the Irish Cancer Society , Recovery Haven and the staff of Reen’s Life Pharmacy.

A heartfelt thank you to Fr Kieran O Brien who provided great comfort and support to Patsy, and also to Fr Kevin O Sullivan and Fr Jim Linehan, who all officiated at Patsy’s funeral mass. Thank you to O’ Shea’s funeral home for their sensitive and professional handling of the funeral arrangements.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Patsy’s first anniversary mass will be held on Thursday 7th of November at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’CALLAGHAN

1ST ANNIVERSARY MOYNIHAN

In loving memory of Dan Moynihan Late of Shronedraugh, Headford Who died on 30th October 2018 R.I.P. No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts Is always there for you.

You never wished for sadness, You never cared for fuss, Just to be remembered, And loved by all of us.

Loved and remembered every day by your loving wife Nuala, Sons, Daughter and Families First Anniversary Mass will be held in Sacred Heart Church Barraduff on Wednesday 30th October at 7:30pm

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In loving memory of Noreen O’Callaghan Late of Marian Terrace Who died on 26th October 2017 You never said I’m leaving, You never said goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why.

On the first anniversary of the death of our beloved wife and mother, we the family of Noreen would like to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all those who sympathised with us, called to our house, attended the rosary, removal, funeral mass and burial. We would also like to thank those who travelled long distances to attend the removal and mass, and the many who sent floral tributes, mass cards and letters of sympathy. Also, thank you to those who made a donation to Marymount Hospice.

A special word of thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of South Doc, Deenagh Medical Centre, the Bon Secours Hospital, Cork and Marymount Hospice Cork, including their Chaplaincy teams, for their care, kindness and respect to Noreen during her short illness. Also, to Noreen’s many close friends and extended family, who offered support, visited her and showed warm gestures of kindness to us all while she was sick, we are truly grateful.

We would especially like to thank Fr Niall Howard for his beautiful celebration of the funeral mass, the Cathedral choir, Monsignor Gearoid Dullea who travelled from Maynooth to say prayers for Noreen on the night of the removal, Sr Scholastica who said the rosary, and all those who participated in the ceremony and helped us so willingly in handling the arrangements. Also, many thanks to Joan McCarthy for her floral arrangements, O’Shea’s Funeral Directors for their sensitive guidance and management of the funeral, as well as Paddy & Noel O’Donoghue and the Brehon Hotel, who helped us with the catering. Finally, thanks to our extended family, friends, neighbours and work colleagues for their support and understanding at a difficult time, and to Noreen’s many friends for their continued support.

To those who helped in any way, your contribution made our loss more bearable. We have so many wonderful memories of Noreen and we acknowledge with deepest gratitude all those who were there for us and helped us to celebrate her life. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

It broke our hearts to lose you, But you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God took you home.

Sadly missed and always loved by your family, sons Daniel, John and Vincent, daughters Joanie, Noreen and Eileen, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, and all your grandchildren.

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

Deeply loved and sadly missed Mam, Dad, Mary and the extended family xxx Anniversary Mass Saturday 26th October at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral.

19TH ANNIVERSARY MARKOWSKI

In loving memory of a loving Husband and Father Herbert Markowski Late of Dromin, Fossa, Killarney Who died on the 24th October 2000 R.I.P. A special smile, A special face, A part of the family, We can never replace.

Feelings are deep, Our memories of you, For the one we loved, And loved so true.

Loving you always, your wife Patricia, sons Anthony and Herbert xxx Anniversary Mass is on 9th November at 7.30pm in Fossa Church

13TH ANNIVERSARY KELLEHER

Noreen’s first anniversary Mass is on Wednesday, 30th October at 6:15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

14TH ANNIVERSARY O’ CARROLL

In loving memory of Kathleen Kelleher Late of 10 St. Brendan’s Terrace, Killarney Who died on the 24th of October 2006.

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

A million times we needed you, A million times we cried, If love alone could have saved you, You never would have died.

In life we loved you dearly, In death we love you still, In our hearts we hold a place, That no one could have filled.

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

Sadly missed by your loving family.

In loving memory of Jimmy O’ Carroll Late of Woodlawn Park Whose anniversary occurs on 25th of October.

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

Lovingly remembered by your wife and family.

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

M.O.D.

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7TH ANNIVERSARY

55TH ANNIVERSARY

1ST ANNIVERSARY

RYAN

BARTLETT

HAYES

O’GRADY

Died on 26th of October 2017 Late of Holy Cross Gardens and Pinewood Estate

In loving memory of Sylvester (Sylvie) Bartlett, 46 O’Kelly’s Villas, Killarney 24 October 2012.

In loving memory of Johnny Hayes 28 St Brendan’s Terrace, Killarney Who died on the 29th October, 1964, aged 19 years

In loving memory of Bridie O’Grady Late of Park Road, Killarney Who passed away on 16th October 2018

Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today, Your name is often spoken, We talk about you still, You haven’t been forgotten, And by us you never will.

Always remembered by your loving family Anton, Deanna, Tristan, Shauna and Joan xx Anniversary Mass will be held on Saturday 26th October at 6:16pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

2ND ANNIVERSARY RYAN

Don’t think of him as gone away his journey’s just begun.

Life holds so many facets this earth is only one.

Just think of him as resting from the sorrows and the tears.

In a place of warmth and comfort where there are no days and years.

Think how he must be wishing that we could know today.

How nothing but our sadness can really pass away.

And think of him as living In the hearts of those he touched, For nothing loved is ever lost And he was loved so much.

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

In loving memory of a dear brother Kieran Ryan Late of Holy Cross Gardens and Dalton’s Avenue, Killarney Who died on 26th October 2017, R.I.P. Today is full of memories, Of a brother laid to rest, And every single one of them, Is filled with happiness.

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

Rest In Peace.

Loved and missed by his sons Sylvester and Joe, his daughters Noreen, Mary T, Eileen, his daughters in law, son in law, 13 grandchildren and great grandchild Sophie Anniversary Mass on Saturday 26th October at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

49TH ANNIVERSARY GALVIN

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

Sadly missed and always remembered by your sister Lynsday and nephew Kenneth.

2ND ANNIVERSARY RYAN

In loving memory of Kieran Ryan Late of Holy Cross Gardens and Dalton’s Avenue, Killarney Who died on the 26th of October 2017.

R.I.P.

In loving memory of Sean Anthony Galvin late of St. Annes Road, Killarney who died on the 27th October, 1970.

He will not grow old, As we that are left grow old; Age will not weary him, Nor the years condemn.

At the going of the sun And in the morning We will remember him.

A generous nature, A heart of gold, Kind in Spirit, In life you showed.

Content in your Faith, Happy in Prayer, Sincere to the end, Now in God’s Care.

Always remembered sisters Margaret & Ann, and brothers Donal & Denis.

Lovingly remembered by your sister Marie, Michael and family.

PRECIOUS MOTHER OF JESUS Mother of Divine Grace, you can find a way, where there is no way. Please hear my prayer and grant me my request.

(Say 6 times daily & your request will be granted). NAS

Always remembered by your son Michael, daughter-in-law Eileen, two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

18TH & 54TH ANNIVERSARY BROSNAN

39TH & 41ST ANNIVERSARY O’LEARY Treasured Memories of Mary and Con Brosnan late of Currow and Killarney who died on the 25th October 2001 and 25th May, 1965.

In loving memory of Joan and Michael O’Leary 4 St. Anthony’s Place, Killarney Who died on the 27th September 1980 and 29th October 1978.

Time cannot steal the treasures, That we carry in our hearts, Nor ever dim the shining thoughts, Our cherished past imparts.

For the memories of the ones we loved, Still cast a gentle glow, To grace our days and light our paths, Wherever we may go.

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

Those we hold most dear, Never truly leave us, They live on in the kindness they showed, The comfort they shared And the love they brought into our lives.

Sadly missed by his brothers.

Forever in our thoughts and prayers.

Their loving daughter Mary, son-in-law Gerard, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

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40TH AND 12TH ANNIVERSARIES

WHARTON

WARREN

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

Time passes, memories stay, Quietly remembered every day.

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

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard but always near, In our hearts you are always there.

Sadly missed and never forgotten by your family.

44TH BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Abina O’Sullivan, Killarney and Tournanough, Gneeveguilla Whose birthday occurs on 28th of October.

We miss your smile, Your joking ways, We miss the things, You used to say.

And when old times, We do recall, It’s then we miss you, Most of all.

Happy birthday Bina, Love from Mam and Dad. xxx We don’t think of you as gone away, Your journey’s just begun Life holds so many facets, This earth is only one.

In loving memory of a loving mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother Annie Wharton Late of Dromin Fossa, Killarney Who passed away on 25th October 2012. R.I.P. Memories are precious, They don’t fade away, We think of you always, Not just today.

Sadly missed by all your family.

In loving memory of Patrick & Mary Warren Scrahanaville, Gneeveguilla Patrick, who died on 17th October 1979 and Mary, who died on 28th March 2007 Sadly missed along life’s way, Quietly remembered every day, No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you’re always there.

Remembered by sons Nealie and Vincent, daughters-in-law Joan and Michell, grandchildren Patrick, Sinead, Shane.

Nicole and Adam.

We think of you as resting, From the sorrows and the tears, In a place of warmth and comfort, Where there are no days or years.

Think how she must be wishing, That we could know today, How nothing but our sadness, Can really pass away.

Think of her as living In the hearts of those she touched, For nothing loved is ever lost, And she was loved so much.

Lovingly remembered by your brothers, sister-in-law, nieces and nephew.

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In loving memory of Seanie O’Donoghue Late of Ardshanavooley Who died on 27th October 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful brother, Seanie

In loving memory of a wonderful brother Seanie O’Donoghue

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In Loving Memory of Seanie O’Donoghue Late of 68 Ardshanavooly, Killarney Who passed away on October 27th 2018.

Remembering Seanie on his First Anniversary.

We his family wish to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who sympathised with us, called to our home, attended the rosary, removal, funeral mass and burial. To those who sent mass cards, letters of sympathy, and to those who made donations to Kerry Parents and Friends, thank you.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to our extended family, friends, neighbours for their huge support and their continued support.

We would like to express a special thank you to all the wonderful staff and his friends at the Old Monastery who filled Seanie’s days with laughter and love. And to Seanie’s dear friends in the Old Mon who participated in a remembrance mass for Seanie. We appreciated it so much.

We would also like to thank Dr Domhnall Kavanagh who took great care of Seanie during his life. Thanks also to the staff at Torc Medical Practice.

We also appreciate the support of KUH, CUH, the Community Nurses who took wonderful care of Seanie at home. To Donie and Liam Sheehan & the staff of Sheehan’s pharmacy. Thank you to the O’Shea family who were outstanding carrying out their duties with such compassion. We would like to thank those who formed the guards of honour – Kerry Parents & Friends and Kerry Spina Bifida.

It was greatly appreciated.

Special thanks to Father Jim Lenihan for his lovely celebration of Seanie’s Mass and Tadhgie for assisting. Thanks also to the Cathedral Choir, Marlene and Fiona for the beautiful singing and to Jacinta for the most beautiful reflection.

A special word of thanks to Eamon & Valerie Courtney and the staff at the Killarney Oaks Hotel for their warm welcome and hospitality over the days of Seanie’s funeral. Your generosity was greatly appreciated.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our gratitude.

Today is the anniversary of the day we lost you, and for a time it felt as though our life had ended too.

I hold on to our memories, The ones that are so dear, To keep you always close, Now that you are not there.

But loss has taught us many things, and how we face each day, with hope and happy memories to help us on our way.

You were called, It was your time, But it is so true, You have left a legacy, There was no one like you.

And though we are full of sadness, that you are no longer here, Your influence still guides us, and we still feel you near.

You were very special, And I want to say, I feel lost in many ways, You are not here today.

What we shared will never die, it lives within our hearts, Bringing strength and comfort, while we are apart.

But I will never forget you, And I know I have been blessed, To have you for my brother, Because you were the best.

Seanie, we miss you every day. Forever in our hearts, Mom & Dad

MIssed every day Seanie.

Rest in Peace.

Your loving sister Cathriona.

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Like a shadow in the moonlight, Like the whisper of the seas, Like the echoes of a melody, Just beyond our reach.

In the shadow of our sorrow, Past the whisper of goodbye, Love shines through eternity, A heartbeat from our eye.

Sadly missed by your Godmother Sheila, Lewis John and families.

In my heart we’ll never part.

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You are the lovely brother, I’ve adored since I was small, And for me the day you left us Was the saddest time of all.

I miss you so very much, And my tears I cannot hide, Yet within my heart I feel, You are always by my side.

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

Ever since you went away, Life has never been the same, But it comforts me to know, That one day we will meet again.

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In loving memory of my dear nephew Seanie O’Donoghue Late of Ardshanavooley Who died on 27th October 2018 A silent thought, A quiet prayer, For someone special, In God’s care.

Today is full of memories, of a brother laid to rest, And every single one of them, Is filled with happiness.

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

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

From your brother Gerard, sister in law Marlene and nephews Ryan, Jacob and Robbie Sean.

In loving memory of Seanie O’Donoghue Late of 68 Ardshanavooley, Killarney Who died on 27th October 2018 You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, a time to care, A lovely nature warm and true, We have lovely memories of you.

Forever in our hearts and prayers.

Always remembered by Uncle Denny, Nono & Cousins.

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I know you can feel my tears, And you don’t want me to cry, Yet I can’t understand why someone, So precious had to die.

Always remembered by your Uncle Seanie.

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Fondly remembered by Karen and family.

In loving memory of Sean O’Donoghue 68 Ardshanavooly Estate, Killarney

In Loving Memory of Seanie O’Donoghue Late of 68 Ardshanavooly, Killarney

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Lovingly remembered from your brother Terry, and Mere.

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

Mass will be offered for your intentions.

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Our family chain is broken, And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again.

Always loved and remembered, Your sister Suzanne, Brother in Law Kieran, Myles & Rosabelle

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Remembering my Uncle Seanie on his first Anniversary.

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

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

In loving memory of Seanie O’Donoghue Late of Ardshanavooley Who died on 27th October 2018 You had a smile for everyone, You had a heart of gold, You left the sweetest memories, This world could ever hold.

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

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your Auntie Siobhán, Uncle-in-law Jerry, cousins Cassandra and Ellen.

Lovingly remembered always, Your niece Andrea.

A silent thought, a quiet prayer, for a special person in God’s care.

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45TH & 18TH ANNIVERSARIES LOONEY

In loving memory of John Doyle 39 O’ Kelly’s Villas, Killarney Who died on the 30th of October 1990

Loving memories of Paddy Slattery “Merrywood”, Woodlawn, Killarney Who died on the 23rd October, 2013

In loving memory of Dan O’Keeffe Late of Lisheen, St. Anne’s Rd, Killarney Who passed on the 25th October 2004

A day that is filled with sorrow, Returns to us today, To mask the day you left us, In such a sudden way.

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

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

Lovingly remembered by your wife Josie, sons Sean, Chris, Brendan, Padraig, Frank and Matt and their families.

To those I love and those who love me When I am gone, release me, let me goI have so many things to see and do.

You must not tie yourself to me with tears Be thankful for our many beautiful years.

To us you were someone special, So good, so kind and true, You will never be forgotten, Because we thought the world of you.

From the Harrington family Anniversary Mass at 9.30am on the 30th of October in the Church of the Resurrection, Park Road

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. C.M. A.O’K.

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

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

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

PRECIOUS MOTHER OF JESUS Mother of Divine Grace, you can find a way, where there is no way. Please hear my prayer and grant me my request.

(Say 6 times daily & your request will be granted). NAS

In loving memory of Jack and Alice Looney “Sliabh Luachra”, Park Road, Killarney Ansin chuala an guth ó na flaithis á rá: “Scríobh: Is beannaithe na mairbh a fhaigheann bás sa Tiarna.... i dtreo go scoirfidh siad dá saothar mar tá a n-oibreacha á leanúint.”

I gave to you my love.

You can only guess How much you gave me in happiness.

I thank you for the love you each have shown But now it’s time I travelled on alone.

“Blessed are those who die in the Lord.

Now they can rest after their labours for their good deeds go with them.”

Rev. 14:13

So grieve a while for me, If grieve you must, Then let your grief be comforted by trust.

It’s only for a time that we must part Bless the memories within your heart.

Anniversary Mass in Christ, the Prince of Peace Church, Fossa on Saturday 26th of October at 7.30pm

I won’t be far away, for life goes on So if you need me, call and I will come.

Though you can’t see or touch me, I’ll be near And if you listen with your heart, you’ll hear All my love around you soft and clear.

And then, when you must come this way alone, I’ll greet you with a smile and say“Welcome Home”.

Sadly missed always Your son Gerard and grandson Daniel xx

Leaba i measc na naomh go raibh acu.

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

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

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

TO PLACE AN ANNIVERSARY, ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OR NOVENA call in to our High Street office, go online at www.killarneyadvertiser.ie, or email info@killarneyadvertiser.ie, by Tuesday 5:30pm at the latest.

MUSIC TO THEIR EARS: Adam, Darragh, Callum and Aodhgán, all pupils from Gaelscoil Faithleann, Killarney enjoying the Kerry School of Music 'Music Hour' in Siamsa Tire Tralee on Friday last. Photo: Joe Hanley

ROAD SAFETY: Raheen NS Junior and Senior Infants pictured during Road Safety Week last week. Children from l-r at the front are: Micheal O’Shea, Dervila Murphy, Ryan O’Donoghue, Odhran O’Sullivan and Conor Bartlett. Back left to right are: Shane Bartlett and Luke Bowler.

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ADAM MOYNIHAN E: sport@killarneyadvertiser.ie SEE OUR COLUMNISTS’ COVERAGE OF THE WEEK IN SPORT EAMONN FITZGERALD & SEAN MORIARTY

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FULL STEAM AHEAD: Dr Crokes forward Micheál Burns is chased by Kenmare midfielder David Hallissey. Burns kicked 0-2 in Sunday's Kerry SFC quarter-final.

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The prospect of an all-Killarney (and surrounding areas) final certainly has people talking.

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Crokes and East Kerry on collision course Dream final on the cards but St Brendan’s and South Kerry could spoil the party KERRY SFC

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East Kerry v St Brendan’s Sunday at 1.30pm Fitzgerald Stadium STORY SO FAR East Kerry endured an inauspicious start to this year’s championship but now Jerry O’Sullivan’s men are really rolling.

An opening round defeat to their semi-final opponents appears to be very much behind them after back-

to-back victories over two of the pre-tournament favourites, Kerins O’Rahilly’s and Dingle. The men from the east were superb in last weekend’s surprise victory over Paul Geaney and co. as dynamic forwards Paudie Clifford, David Clifford and Darragh Roche excelled. The result was never really in doubt and all things considered it was a statement game from East Kerry, who now appear to be the biggest threat to Dr Crokes’ throne.

Brendan’s looked to be in trouble at the halfway point of their quarter-final against Legion but they turned the tide

with a much-improved second half display. There’s no denying that their Kerry midfielders, Jack Barry and Diarmuid O’Connor, are the main men in this team; the latter is their top scorer with 3-7 in the last four games. If athletic Spa duo Liam Kearney and Shane Cronin can hold their own around the middle third, East Kerry could well be preparing for a county final in two weeks’ time.

POSSIBLE XVs East Kerry: J Devane, C O’Donoghue, J Sherwood, N Donohue; M Foley, D O’Donoghue, P Warren; L Kearney, S Cronin; R Buckley, P Clifford, B O’Donoghue; D Clifford, D Roche, E Cronin.

St Brendan’s: E O’Brien; F Barry, K O’Dwyer, T Wallace; B Barrett, A Barry, P Kearney; J Barry, D O’Connor; D O’Callaghan, D Griffin, P McMahon; N Sheehy, I Parker, J Duggan.

TOP SCORERS East Kerry: Darragh

ODDS East Kerry 1/5 – St Brendan’s 9/2 - Draw 9/1

Roche (1-19). St Brendan’s: Diarmuid O’Connor (3-7).

VERDICT East Kerry by five.

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Old foes South Kerry next up for Crokes KERRY SFC

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Dr Crokes v South Kerry Sunday at 3.15pm Fitzgerald Stadium STORY SO FAR A shock appeared to be on the cards last Sunday afternoon as a dogged Kenmare Shamrocks outfit found themselves three points up on the defending champions with just 15 minutes to play.

Dr Crokes responded in emphatic fashion, however, and they registered 1-9 to Kenmare’s 0-1 in a devastating final quarter in the Fitzgerald Stadium.

Star forward Tony Brosnan once again shot the lights out and his personal tally of 0-9 (0-4 from play) was crucial as the Lewis Road club advanced to the final of the Kerry SFC for the fourth year in a row.

Their opponents in the last four will be old foes South Kerry who earned their semi-final berth courtesy of a 0-17 to 1-10 win over St Kieran’s. Jack Daly (04), Brendan O’Sullivan (0-3) and the evergreen Bryan Sheehan (0-3) did

MARKER: Dr Crokes defender Fionn Fitzgerald kept Stephen O'Brien scoreless.

the bulk of the scoring for South Kerry on the day and one suspects that they will require another masterclass from the latter in particular if they are to derail the Crokes’ bid for four-in-a-row.

Edmund O’Sullivan’s side will naturally be favourites and from a neutral’s perspective the prospect of a dream Killarney (and surrounding areas) final between East Kerry and the Crokes certainly has people talking.

TOP SCORERS Dr Crokes: Tony Brosnan (1-27). South Kerry: Bryan Sheehan (1-11).

POSSIBLE XVs Dr Crokes: S Murphy; D O'Leary, M Moloney, F Fitzgerald; M Potts, G White, B Looney; J Buckley, M O'Shea; M Burns, D Shaw, G O'Shea; T Brosnan, D Casey, K O'Leary.

South Kerry: P O’Sullivan; F Clifford, K Young, P O’Sullivan; B Sugrue, M Griffin, R Wharton; B Sheehan, G O’Sullivan; B O’Sullivan, J Daly, C O’Shea; B O’Dwyer, Daniel Daly, C Keating.

ODDS Dr Crokes 2/9 – South Kerry 4/1 – Draw 9/1 VERDICT Dr Crokes by five.

KERRY SFC | QUARTER-FINAL ROUND-UP ST BRENDAN’S.................................................. 1-12 LEGION.............................................................................. 1-10

Legion got off to a great start and led 1-7 to 0-6 at half-time against St Brendan’s thanks to great playmaking efforts by James O’Donoghue and a fine individual goal by Tom Moriarty.

Jack Barry and Diarmuid O’Connor took control at midfield and they started the second half brightly when O’Connor stole in for a goal. Conor Keane came back with a point for the Legion but St Brendan’s had match-winning scores from Ivan Parker (0-2), Eoghan O’Brien (0-2) and Diarmuid O’Connor.

EAST KERRY..........................................................1-23 DINGLE................................................................................ 1-12

Although he only scored two points, Paudie Clifford was hugely influential in this victory. He was the real playmaker for the full-forward line and they duly delivered. Glenflesk’s Darragh Roche kicked five points from play and was deadly accurate from frees, raising six white flags. This nine-point tally was a telling contribution from the in-form

Roche.

One always expects David Clifford to end up with a good score and he didn’t disappoint. He scored 1-6 (all from play), his goal coming in the 16th minute.

Dingle did improve but East Kerry responded and went in at half-time leading 1-10 to 0-6. East Kerry shot six unanswered points early in the second half to lead by 1-16 to 0-7. Dingle substitute Paul Devane scored 1-1 but the gulf was too great for Dingle to peg it back and David Clifford ended the contest with a brace of points.

SOUTH KERRY.................................................0-17 ST KIERAN’S........................................................... 1-10

South Kerry advanced to the semi-final without ever really extending themselves against St Kieran’s. Only once in the game did St Kieran’s draw level and they never went ahead.

Bryan Sheehan and Graham O’Sullivan had the better of the midfield exchanges against Séamus Scanlon and Adam O’Donoghue and Jack Daly and Brendan O’Sullivan did most of the scor-

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ing for South Kerry, who still shot eight first-half wides and spurned a number of goal chances. St Kieran’s responded when Paul Walsh, the 2018 Kerry minor, was left unmarked and he slotted a goal.

Adam Barry converted a free to bring the sides level, but that was as good as it got for St Kieran’s. They just could not forge ahead.

South Kerry responded with five unanswered points to lead 0-12 to 1-4 early in the second half.

Kerry U20 Eddie Horan came on at halftime and he made a difference for St Kieran’s, scoring three points to bring the deficit back to two. South Kerry had a let off near the finish when Paul Walsh palmed a Thomas Lynch pass to the net, but the goal was disallowed as he was adjudged to have been inside the square.

DR CROKES.............................................................1-20 KENMARE.................................................................... 1-12

Dr Crokes put in a massive effort for the last quarter to defeat Kenmare Shamrocks with eight points to spare.

This was a very niggly affair and referee Pádraig O’Sullivan had a poor game.

Even though he dished out cards there was too much pulling and dragging in the game.

The first half was an even enough affair but the game really came to life in the 40th minute when Kenmare’s midfielder Griffin Wharton rattled Shane Murphy’s net. James McCarthy followed with a point and Crokes were adrift 1-11 to 0-11. With defeat staring them in the face, Crokes responded like true champions.

Johnny Buckley lorded it at midfield and he had an able ally in Alan O’Sullivan who came on for the injured Mark O’Shea. Crokes shot eight unanswered points between the 45th and 58th minutes with Tony Brosnan leading the attack. He scored nine points, five from frees.

Crokes scored 1-9 to Kenmare’s 0-1 in the final quarter, such was their domination when it looked as if their title was slipping from them.

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ADAM MEETS KILLARNEY’S TOP SPORTS STARS & PERSONALITIES

"Coming here was last-minute but it’s a good situation" – Toby Christensen

Scotts Lakers forward Toby Christensen speaks to Adam Moynihan about leaving his homeland at 16, his college career in America, and settling into life in Killarney Hi Toby. You’ve been in Killarney a couple of months now. What do you think?

I’m surprised how busy it is for such a small town. That’s really nice because I was expecting to be out in the country with nothing to do!

I believe you’re living with Aaron Jackson and Victor Martínez. How is that working out?

It’s a good set-up. We all have our own rooms, our own personal space. We like each other so it’s all good.

What about the people of Killarney?

Have they been welcoming?

Oh for sure. Everywhere I go, people are saying ‘hi’ to me and asking me how I’m doing. Everyone has just been super nice.

Tell me how you ended up in Ireland.

I had an agent who was focussing on really big-time teams, teams who are playing in European competitions, which might have been kind of a high level for my first year out of college. At the very last minute I had to sign a different agent and then after a day, this opportunity came up (to play for the Lakers). He told me that it was a good town, and it all just happened in a day or two. It was kind of last-minute but it turned out to be a good situation.

What are the main differences between playing college ball in the States and playing in the Irish league?

In college we had practice every single day, we had film sessions, we lifted to-

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25.10.2019 gether, we had study hall together… They basically controlled our whole lives. It’s a whole different thing over there. They take their sport so seriously. Going from that to practicing two times a week and kind of being on my own is kind of crazy.

What part of Denmark are you from?

I’m from a place that’s 10-15 minutes outside of Cophenhagen. I lived there with my parents until I was 16 and then I moved to the US to play high school basketball.

That’s quite young to move away from home. Was it a tough decision to make?

It was tough for my mom to let me go but for me, I was set on it. It was what I wanted to do. It was always a dream of mine to play college basketball so I thought that going out there for high school would make it easier for me to get to college level and to get a scholarship.

Where did you play in America?

I was in high school in Maryland for three years and I was lucky enough to get a scholarship to go to the University of Connecticut. Then I ended up transferring to another college in California (Fresno Pacific).

You must have seen some top talent over there. Who’s the best player you’ve ever played with?

That’s a good one. Probably Markelle Fultz (Orlando Magic). He went to high school in Maryland as well so I played against him a couple of times, but then I also got the chance to play with him at a high school camp for the top ranked players in DC, Maryland and Virginia.

He had some issues in his first couple of seasons in the NBA… Yeah, his shooting. I think he’ll start being a good player this year because they say that they fixed his shot. When I was playing with him he was shooting the ball too but mostly he was just getting rebounds, going coast to coast and dunking on people. It was kind of crazy to see in person.

What’s your proudest sporting moment to date?

Probably the day I received my first scholarship offer, because it meant that going to America and leaving my family had paid off. And I knew that we wouldn’t have to pay any money to get my education over there. That was really a big moment for me. It relieved a lot of pressure.

Any embarrassing moments on the court?

Let me think… I’ve never been dunked on in a game…

That record should be safe enough over here.

That’s true! But I have been dunked on in practice once. In my very first practice with my first college team we were playing pick-up and one of the walk-ons – I didn’t expect much from him because he didn’t have a scholarship or anything - he came down on transition and I was thinking, okay I’m gonna go up and block his shot. The next thing I know I’m on the ground looking up at him. He got the dunk on me. That was pretty embarrassing because it was my first experience in college basketball.

At 6’7” you’re obviously very tall, certainly by Irish standards, but I wouldn’t really say that you play like a typical big man. How would you describe yourself as a player?

The perception with me over here is that I’m big so I’m an inside guy, but I’m used to playing on the perimeter, being able to shoot the ball and attack from the outside. I like to create a little bit for others too here and there.

You mentioned your parents earlier.

I saw them at the Tolka Rovers game.

Did they enjoy it?

Yeah, they liked it. They liked the whole atmosphere. They were surprised at how many people showed up and they liked the town too. They’re coming back again at Christmastime and we’re going to explore this part of Ireland a little more.

Are you into other sports besides basketball?

Since I’m from Denmark, I love to watch handball. I do like soccer as well but mostly when the national team plays.

Ireland are playing Denmark next month in a big Euro 2020 qualifier. Do you think Ireland have a chance?

That’s tough. I’m from Denmark so I have to say that we’re gonna win. But it’s a huge game. It will be interesting.

I wouldn’t be too worried if I were you.

GREAT DANE: Since joining the Lakers, Christensen is averaging 21.7 points per game. Pic: Eamonn Keogh.

What’s the best sporting moment of all time?

isn’t my main language, so if I start going really, really fast, I’ll mess it up.

I’d have to say when LeBron and the Cavs came back from 3-1 down against the Warriors. That’s got to be the best.

That was the most hype moment I’ve ever seen. It was crazy.

Okay, back to basketball. The Lakers have their biggest game of the season on Saturday against Ballincollig. How are the preparations going?

I’m actually kind of a Warriors fan but I’ll let that slide. Is there an app on your phone that you couldn’t live without?

Yes. Instagram. I’m on that a lot, so… I need that. If I didn’t have it I don’t know what I’d do. I get everything from there: news, sports, and I use it to stay in touch with my friends. And then Messenger, because I’ve got to talk to my parents and that’s the main way we communicate. If I have those two, I’m good.

We’ll have to put your Instagram handle into the article so you can bump up your followers! (_eurohooper_) What’s the last show you binge-watched?

Gotham. I just got done watching that.

It’s a great show. I also like Family Guy and those kind of cartoony shows.

What sort of music do you listen to?

Mostly rap. I love Drake. That’s my go-to, always. I like J Cole and Meek Mill too.

Can you sing? Or rap?

No. Not at all.

So if you went to karaoke, it would be a refusal?

Yes, I would refuse. And the rap is too fast for me. I mean, I’m good at English but it

Pretty good. We’ve had other teams to focus on but we’ve been preparing for this game for a couple of weeks. I think we’ll have a good chance. We still hadn’t had a full practice with all of our players when we played them a few weeks ago.

We have a new point guard as well, Mick McGinn, and he looks good. He’ll be big for us. I feel like we should beat them if we put it together.

And naturally being at home should be an advantage. It must be great for the players when a big crowd turns out to see you.

Oh yeah. It’s great to have people there, compared to the away games we’ve played when there’s one-quarter of the people… So it’ll be awesome if the whole gym fills up on Saturday night.

Hopefully there’s a big evening in store. Best of luck and thanks for coming in.

Thank you for having me.

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Scotts Lakers v Ballincollig Saturday at 7.30pm Killarney Sports Centre

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SPORTEXTRA Several Killarney-based riders achieved good results in Sunday’s Munster Cyclocross League race at Clonmel.

The race was hosted by Clonmel Cycling Club and conditions were dry. The course included some packed gravel, loose dirt single track and grass areas with lots of hairpins and sweeping bends.

Killarney’s Luke Murphy, on his first event since returning to competitive cycling after an injury, took a surprise win in the U16/Senior B combined race. This was Murphy’s first cyclocross event although he was a front-running national competitor at U14 level a few years ago.

First off was the underage riders and Killarney Cycling Club’s Donagh O’Connor and Eoghan Crowley took third and

fourth place respectively.

Killarney Cycling Club’s Ruairí Coughlan took his second win of the season in the junior category. Coughlan is the find of the season and his result was considered competitive amongst the Elites. He left Clonmel as Junior Championship leader.

Richard Maes, riding for Team Strata3/ Velo Revolution, owned the senior elite from start to finish and left Clonmel as championship leader.

Patrick Clifford, also riding for Strata3/ Velo Revolution, finished seventh overall and retained his leader’s jersey in the M40 category.

Defending M50 champion John Crowley from Killarney Cycling Club took second in his category while clubmate Colin Leahy continued to show improvement in the same category.

TRIP TO TIPP: Killarney-based cyclocross competitors who raced in the second round of the Munster League at Clonmel on Sunday. Pictured are Patrick Clifford, Michael Coughlan, Luke Murphy, Ruairí Coughlan, Richard Maes, John Crowley, Eoghan Crowley and Colin Leahy.

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Murphy, Coughlan and Maes impress in Clonmel

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O ’Donoghue targets Young Driver award

This weekend’s Fastnet Rally will feature at least 14 cars with Kerry interest.

Colin O'Donoghue could wrap up the Triton Showers National Junior Rally Championship on the Bantry-based event. If the Ford Escort driver is successful he will secure one of the final selection spots for the Billy Coleman Young Driver of the Year Award.

Kieran Reen/Mark O'Leary (Honda Civic EK4), fresh from their category win on the recent Cork “20” Rally, will go head-to-head with Jason Farrell/ Donagh Crowley and Connor Murphy/ Kieran O’Donoghue who are in another pair of locally owned Civics. Reen could win the junior element of the Southern 4 Rally Championship depending on his results against main title rival Chris Brady.

With the Killarney Historic Rally fast-approaching and the absence of a Kerry Winter Rally this year, many local drivers are using this event as a shakedown for the late November rally.

Chief amongst these is Alan Ring who is racing his BMW M3 for the second time.

Former Rally of the Lakes winners Denis Cronin and Helen O’Sullivan make a welcome return in their historic-spec Ford Escort RS1800.

There is a fleet of Killarney-based modified Escorts on the entry list, crewed

by Dave Slattery/Denis Coffey, Denis

Hickey/Seán Nolan and Charlie Hickey/ Johnny Hickey, while Vincent O'Shea and Eoin O'Donoghue are entered in their unusual BMW M1.

Kevin O’Donoghue and Timmy Kelly could win their group in the Southern Four Rally Championship with a good result on Sunday.

Killarney and District Motor Club chairman Diarmuid and Danny Cronin make a rare competitive outing in their Peugeot 206.

Local co-driver Brian Doherty resumes his partnership with Keith Lyons. He last worked with the Ford Fiesta R5 driver in the Rally of the Lakes in May. |

N o start for Smith in Belgium

London-based Killarney man Mick Smith did not start last Sunday’s Hemicuda Rally in Belgium. He was forced to withdraw his entry at the last minute as he ran out of time preparing the car for Kokelare-based event. A crack at the Historic Rally in November remains on target. Smith travelled to Belgium anyway and used his free time to promote the Killarney-based rally to Belgian, Dutch and British drivers. |

T yrone Rally

John McCarthy was the only Kerry competitor on last weekend’s Tyrone Rally. The Dublin-based Currow navigator guided John Dervlin to 11th overall in their Ford Escort.

RUGBY

Killarney girls make history The Killarney RFC U14 girls team made a little bit of history last weekend as they made the trip to County Limerick to take on Bruff in their first ever 15-a-side game on a fullsized pitch.

Bruff started well and ran in a few quick tries but just before the half Bronagh Dorian touched down the Killarney girls’ first ever try.

Killarney were excellent in the second half, running in three more tries courtesy of Katie, Niamh and Ella, all of which were converted by Bronagh Dorrian in brilliant fashion. Scrum half Holly O’Sullivan was very good and it was her skipped pass that put Ella in for a try in the corner.

Out-half Robyn Landers, though slight in build, has the heart of a lioness and was constantly competing for the ball in the

ruck.

Katie O’Donoghue was a power of strength in the centre, ably assisted by Emer Harrington, while elsewhere in the back three, Melissa McCarthy, Isabella O’Leary and Kate Mangan had a great day making tackles, getting stuck in and growing in confidence.

The front row trio of Molly Gabbot, Jasmine Howard and Ella Guerin Crowley did a great job in the engine room.

In the second row, Niamh Dorrian and Clodagh Foley made great improvements as the game progressed, both in loose play and the lineout. The back row of Nell Crowley, Bronagh Dorrian and Fia Whelan excelled and a lot of great work was done, which bodes well for the future.

Next week the girl’s play a much more developed side, Ennis RFC, in Killarney.

BELGIUM PROMOTION: London-based Killarney man Mick Smith promoting the Rentokil-Initial Killarney Historic Rally in Belgium last weekend. Pic: Sean Moriarty.

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Kerry Schoolboys/Girls League

WINNER: Veteran striker Shane Lynch scored the winning goal for Athletic.

FIXTURES: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 U11 GREEN

U13 GIRLS DIVISION 1

Castleisland v Camp (3pm) LB Rovers v Fenit (3pm) Tralee Dynamos v Park (3pm) Park 2 v Listowel Celtic (3pm)

Dingle Bay Rovers v Killarney Celtic Green (3pm) Ballyheigue v LB Rovers (11am) MEK Starz v Killarney Athletic (2pm) Killarney Celtic Gold v Park (11am) Castleisland v Fenit B (11am)

U11 WHITE

U13 PREMIER

Castleisland v Camp (3pm) Tralee Dynamos v Park (3pm) LB Rovers v Fenit (3pm) Ballyheigue v Listowel Celtic (3pm)

Park v LB Rovers (2pm)

U13 DIVISION 1

Killarney Athletic v Iveragh (11am) Dingle Bay Rovers v Inter Kenmare B (1.30pm) Park B v Killarney Celtic B (12.30pm)

U11 GOLD

Blues need extra-time to down Ennis Town FAI JUNIOR CUP: ROUND 3 ________________________________________________________________________________

Ennis Town

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ENNIS Killarney Athletic are through to Round 4 of the FAI Junior Cup following a tense extra-time victory over Ennis Town in Clare.

The Blues were favourites heading into this game but they experienced the worst possible start when they conceded with barely two minutes on the clock. Playing uphill and into a stiff breeze, it threatened to be a long half for the visitors but they settled reasonably well and created a number of chances to peg Ennis back.

They all went by the wayside, however, and Athletic went in at the break a single goal in arrears.

With the conditions in their favour in the second period, the Kerrymen laid siege on the Ennis goal but to their great credit, the hosts held firm.

The Clare First Division outfit were welldrilled and they weren’t averse to a bit of gamesmanship either. In fact, their keeper was booked in the second half for following the ball out of play behind the goal and taking a moment to relieve himself in the bushes.

The Blues eventually equalised when Tom Templeman slotted home Will Courtney’s pull-back but, try as they might, the Killarney lads couldn’t find the lead goal in normal time.

Penalties were required in Athletic’s Round 2 game against Abbeyfeale and with both sides tiring, the dreaded shootout looked to be on the cards once again.

Fortunately for Stuart Templeman’s side, centre forward Shane Lynch had other ideas and he gave his team the lead in the first period of extra-time with a superb curled effort from the edge of the area.

To their great credit, Ennis Town responded well and launched attack after attack in search of an elusive equalis-

er. The Blues withstood the pressure, however, and at the other end Matthew Fleming was unfortunate to have a very tidy finish chalked off for offside.

Athletic held on for the win and they now await the draw for Round 4. The next phase, Round 5, is the last 64 which will be an open draw with every remaining junior soccer team in the country.

Killarney Athletic v Killorglin (3pm) Mastergeeha v Killarney Celtic (3pm) Inter Kenmare v MEK Galaxy (3pm) Killarney Athletic 3 v Iveragh (3pm) Park 3 v Ballyhar (3pm)

U13 DIVISION 2 NORTH

Fenit v Park C (10.30am) LB Rovers v Camp (11am)

U13 DIVISION 2 SOUTH

U11 RED

MEK Galaxy C v Mastergeeha B (10.30am) Inter Kenmare v Killorglin B (11am)

Killarney Athletic v Killorglin (3pm) Mastergeeha v Killarney Celtic (3pm) Inter Kenmare v MEK Galaxy (4pm) Killarney Athletic 3 v Iveragh (3pm) Killarney Celtic 3 v Camp 3 (3pm)

U13 NATIONAL CUP

U15 NATIONAL CUP

AK United v Mastergeeha (2pm) Killorglin v Caherdavin (2pm) Tralee Dynamos A v Inter Kenmare (12.30pm) Camp Juniors v Tralee Dynamos B (10.30am) Fenit v Holy Cross (2pm) Newcastlewest Town v Killarney Celtic (2pm) BT Harps v Killarney Athletic (2pm)

U13 GIRLS PREMIER

Listowel Celtic v Inter Kenmare (noon) Fenit v Iveragh (noon) MEK Kickerz v Camp (12.30pm)

Mastergeeha v Fairview Rangers (2pm) Killarney Celtic v Shels (2pm) Aisling Annacotty v Listowel Celtic (2.30pm) Kildimo v Park (noon) Killarney Athletic v Cullen Lattin (2pm)

U15 DIVISION 1

Fenit v Killarney Athletic (noon) Dingle Bay rovers v Rattoo (11.30am)

U15 DIVISION 2

Killarney Athletic B V Killarney Celtic B (noon) Killorglin B v LB Rovers (11pm)

U17 GIRLS PREMIER

Inter Kenmare v Killarney Athletic (12.30pm) Fenit v Park (3.30pm)

CELTIC 5-0 COOLE

Killarney Celtic also saw off Clare opposition, albeit far more comfortably, in their FAI Junior Cup Round 3 match in Killarney on Saturday.

The Celts were frustrated by Coole for the opening 39 minutes of play but a glut of goals just before the interval swung the tie irreversibly in their favour. Danny Roche (twice) and Ryan Kelliher did the damage for the home team between the 40th and 44th minute and when Adam O’Rourke added a fourth just two minutes after half-time, Celtic were already in the hat for the next round.

Matt Keane rounded off the scoring in the 69th minute as Brian Spillane’s welloiled unit coasted to yet another comprehensive victory.

Athletic and Celtic are now the only Kerry clubs left in the competition. Round 4 is scheduled to take place on November 9/10.

IN THE HAT FAI Junior Cup Round 4 (Kerry/Desmond/Clare): Killarney Athletic (Kerry), Killarney Celtic (Kerry), Lifford (Clare), Shannon Hibs (Clare), Shannon Town (Clare), Shannon Olympic (Clare), Avenue Utd (Clare), Bridge Utd (Clare) or Ballinagarry (Desmond), Newcastle Town (Desmond), Grannagh Utd (Desmond), Carrig Celtic (Desmond), Rathkeale (Desmond).

DERBY: The Killarney Athletic U12 team who defeated Killarney Celtic last weekend.

VITHIT Kerry Schoolboys/Girls League

TEAM OF THE WEEK

BRYAN O’CONNOR Killarney Athletic U12

RYAN O’CONNOR Killorglin U14

DANNY KAVANAGH Dingle Bay Rovers U14

COLIN O’LEARY Mastergeeha U16

PADDY MCMAHON Tralee Dynamos U14

Ballyheigue U12

DAVID MCCARTHY MOHAMED ABDULLA MEK Galaxy U12 B

BEN DONNELLAN

Fenit Samphires U16

DAIRE MURPHY

Killarney Celtic U14

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XAVIER DUGGAN

Park U14

AYRTON BURKE

Ballyhar Dynamos U12

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THE WEEK IN PICTURES

KIDS: Fossa GAA's Academy stars who were presented with medals by Kerry players David Clifford, Emmett O’Shea, Ruairí Doyle and Erica McGlynn.

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RUGBY: The Killarney RFC U14 team who took on Bruff in Limerick.

CHAMPS: The Rathmore minor team who defeated Legion in the East Kerry Div 1 Championship final.

GOLF: Killarney Golf & Fishing Club Muckross House sponsored mixed competition. Front: Lady Captain Mary Sheehy, Winners Annette and Conor McNiece and Susan Tong. Back: Larry O’Donnell, Jane Dwyer, Dermot Roche and John Hickey.

GOLF: Killarney Golf & Fishing Club Lady Captain Mary Sheehy presenting the Golfer of the Year 2019 Award to Anne Moynihan

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Killarney Athletic RESULTS: U16 – Park beat Athletic. U14 – Tralee Dynamos 3 Athletic 2. Youths – Athletic 9 Castleisland 2 (Matt Fleming x5, Jack Cooper x2, Damo Switzer, Ben Erzger). U12 - Kenmare 0 Athletic 3 (David O’Donoghue, Eli Anderson, Cillian Collins). U12 - Killarney Celtic 0 Athletic 2 (Mark O’Carroll, Gracjan Pawlak). FAI Junior Cup Rd 3 - Ennis Town (Clare) 1-2 Athletic AET (Tom Templeman, Shane Lynch).

Killarney Celtic RESULTS: FAI Junior Cup - Celtic 5 Coole 0 (Danny Roche x2, Ryan Kelliher, Adam O’Rourke, Matt Keane). Youths - Killorglin 3 Celtic 3 (Terry Sparling x2, Dylan O’Callaghan). U14 Prem - Celtic A 3 Castleisland 2 (Josh Bowler x2, Mark Daly).

U14 Div 1 - Dingle Bay Rovers 3 Celtic B 3 (Oisin Fleming x2, Cillian Murphy). U12 Prem - Celtic 0 Killarney Athletic 2. U12 Div 2 - Killorglin B 2 Celtic B 2 (Martin O’Brien, Jack O’Grady).

LOTTO: Next jackpot €11,200.

Mastergeeha 40TH YEAR CELEBRATIONS: Over last weekend the club kicked off the celebration of 40 years. Over the two days there were a range of activities for young and old from blitzes for underage and a charity game v Ballyhar. Many thanks to all that helped out in making this special occasion a great success.

RESULTS: U14 Div 1 - Killarney Athletic 2 Mastergeeha 1. U14 Div 2 - Mastergeeha 3 Killorglin 6. U16 Div 1 - Ballyhar 0 Mastergeeha 4. Youths - Mastergeeha 9 Inter Kenmare 4.

LOTTO: Next draw Friday 25th October Jackpot €14,400.

GOLF

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Men’s) RESULTS: Heineken sponsored Men’s Stableford competition held on Mahony’s Point on October 19/20. 1st Paul Twiss 42 (12), 2nd Shane O'Sullivan 41 (07), 3rd Pat F O'Connor 41 (24), 4th Ewan Macindoe 40 (05) Overall 4th, 5th Gary Kerrisk 40 (21), Category 1 Michael Maher 40 (04), Category 2 Denis Coleman 40 (08), Category 3 Andy Goulding 38 (17), Category 4 John Horgan 37 (21).

FIXTURES: Next weekend sees the John C Cooper Memorial Strokeplay tournament take place on the 26th and 27th on Killeen. The top 21 will take part in an 18-hole playoff on Monday the 28th at 9am.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies) RESULTS: October 20 very kindly sponsored by Castlerosse Park Resort.

1st Kelly Brotherton (+1) 38, 2nd Anne Moyinihan ­Rudden (5) 36, 3rd Kathleen Brosnan (22) 36, 4th Joan Fleming (35) 35, 5th Kate O Leary (27) 35.

FIXTURES: Next Sunday is sponsored

by Mug and Bean restaurant on Mahony’s Point.

AGM: Reminder our AGM is on Tuesday, October 22 at 7.30pm.

Ross Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: On Oct 19/20 we held the Annual Christmas Hampers Stableford competition which was sponsored by the Killarney Race Company. 1st Jim Morris (13) 39, 2nd Ambrose O Donovan (15) 39, 3rd Ken Grieve (11) 38, 4th Michael J O'Sullivan (18) 38, 5th John Cushkelly (12) 37, 6th Kevin O'Callaghan 37.

FIXTURES: We will hold our Open Weekend Re-entry Stableford Competition October Oct 26, 27 & 28. The main sponsor is the Dunloe Lodge and there will be €500 worth of prizes on offer. Entry will cost members €10, visitors €15 and re-entry will cost €10. All are welcome and the timesheet is now available in the clubhouse.

Killarney Valley Athletic Club RESULTS: Congrats to Ted O’Gorman, Kathryn and Hannah Ryan who competed in the Munster Juvenile Even Age, Novice & U23 Cross Country Championships in Limerick Racecourse last Sunday. All ran great races to finish in good positions.

TRAINING will continue every Thursday eve 6-7pm. All members welcome.

Bring €2 and water. Meet at field beside the playground. Strength & Conditioning continues on Monday nights 7-8pm for members only (aged 12 upwards).

Bring €2, water and a mat if you have one.

FUNDRAISING: Anyone who has Track Fundraising Tickets sold and would like to return them, please bring them to training for Brid. There are still tickets to purchase in the office at St Brendan’s College if anyone would like to buy.

Some great prizes to be won and all for a good cause. Please keep an eye on your email (if you’re a member) and also check our Facebook page for any updated information.

BASKETBALL

Killorglin Golf Club (Ladies)

Gneeveguilla Basketball Club

RESULTS: 18 Hole Stableford sponsored

by O’Doherty’s Pharmacy:

SHARE THE BUCKET: In association with Gneeveguilla Community Development Council. Well done to Kathleen Barry who won the jackpot of €175.

Please support this valuable fundraiser at local businesses or online at member. clubforce.com/tickets.

1. Kathleen Keating, Lady Captain (22) 30, 2nd Kathleen Cronin (21) 27, 3rd Maura Kennedy, Vice Captain (38) 26.

Silver Swans 12 Hole Stableford (Oct 15) - 1st Rita Kelleher (31) 18 -3=15 (B6), 2nd Christina O’Sullivan (28) 15. Silver Swans Christmas Lunch and Party will take place on Tuesday, November 26. Entry sheet on notice board. All names to be in by November 19.

FIXTURES: The Sarah Mangan 12 Hole Perpetual 3 person Scramble sponsored

by Wood Coatings Ireland takes place on Sat 26, Sun 27 or Mon 28 October.

Any combination and arrange own partners. Sat 26, Sun 27 or Tues 29 14 Hole 2 person team event sponsored by Nigel Foley, My Fitness 365. Play either day and arrange own time and partners.12 Hole re-entry Stableford sponsored

by Lady Member Susan Darby finishes Monday, October 28. Next re-entry 12 Hole Stableford sponsored by The Club starts Tuesday, October 29.

ATHLETICS

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club

Killarney Cougars RESULTS: Kerry U14 Girls League Div II Tralee Imperials 26 Killarney Cougars 55.

Kerry U14 Girls League Div III - St Anne’s 26 Killarney Cougars 30. Kerry U12 Boys League Div II - Kenmare Kestrels 23 Killarney Cougars 24 ACADEMY GAMES: The Cougars U10 Girls and U10 Boys were in action at Mounthawk on Sunday. A big thanks to the coaches and managers that ensured all enjoyed their games in Tralee. The Cougars U11 Boys and U11 Girls played their opening games in Milltown against St Colman’s I & II. The Girls produced two strong team performances to get the season of to a good start. The boys had a difficult first game with St Colman’s I but produced an excellent performance against St Colman’s II in their second game of the night to conclude a busy night in Milltown.

LOTTO: Next week’s jackpot is €6,600 plus €1,000 bonus. All our lotto supporters deserve a thank you. Thank you to those who buy tickets on an ongoing basis, to the sellers thank you and to our officials a big thank you.

ACADEMY TRAINING: There is a Halloween mid-term break for the U8 & U10 girls and boys. No training on Friday, October 25 and no training on Friday, November 1. We are back in the Parish Hall on November 8.

CROSS COUNTRY: Munster Even Age & Novice Cross Country was held in Patrickswell on Sunday last, Caroline Murphy & Saoirse Tompkins both ran well.

INFO: For further details on training schedules and fixtures, go to our website killarneycougars.com or follow us on Facebook.

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Muckross Rowing Club CASTLECONNELL HOR: This Saturday, October 26, the club takes part in its second event of the winter season, the annual Castleconnell Head of the River.

The club has set a new record for itself with our largest ever entry to an event­ a staggering 59 Muckross crews are set to compete! 502 crews from 24 clubs are entered and timing for the 3.2km time trial will run from 9am to 3.30pm. Best of luck to all our crews!

OPEN DAY: Our thanks to everyone who attended our Open Day on Sunday last. Great to see so many interested with some promising rowing talent on display! Coaches will be in contact by mobile with details of our next beginner sessions. If you missed out on Sunday, we will be happy to welcome beginners over the coming weekends. Call down to the boathouse on weekend mornings or contact Denise on 087 660 7466 for enquiries.

CPR COURSE: Well done to all our coaches, parents and adult members who completed the Heart Saver CPR course on Monday evening. Special thanks to Ken O’Sullivan for running the course.

UPCOMING: Skibbereen HOR, Cork Marina, November 16. Muckross HOR, NRC, December 7.

Flesk Valley Rowing Club RACE NIGHT: Just one week to go to our fundraising Race night which will be held at the Killarney Oaks Hotel next Friday night, November 1 at 8pm. Horses trainers and jockeys are available to be purchased from club members. Your support is greatly appreciated on what is sure to be a great night for all the family, so come along and join the fun.

CLOTHING COLLECTION: Flesk Valley will yet again be holding a clothing collection in association with National Council for the Blind. This will be held on the weekend of December 7/8. So time to clear out the wardrobes yet again and help raise money for these worthy causes. Clothing can be given to club members or dropped to Killarney Racecourse during training.

OTHER SPORTS

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club SUNDAY DRAWS: Three Person Team, 2 Scores to Count each hole. Nett: John McGrath, Mike 'Seve' O'Leary and Eileen Switzer 81 2/3 and Gross: John McGrath, Gearoid Cronin & John Murphy 93.

OPEN THREE BALL SCRAMBLE: We’re all set for another busy October Bank Holiday Weekend with play in the Three Ball Scramble on Friday from 12pm-dusk and 10am-4pm on Saturday (last card).

Cost of 18-hole cards is €10 per team of three and we ask everyone to note that there is no Monday play in this year’s Scramble.

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SCRATCH CUPS: The Scratch Cups on Sunday are 36-hole events once more this year with cost of entry €10 per player. Cards are available from 8am-2pm.

As there is a County Championship double header scheduled in Fitzgerald Stadium on Sunday from 1.30pm, we encourage everyone to arrive in good time and co-operate with whatever parking arrangements are in place for the day.

available from usual sellers and online at www.beaufortgaaclub.com FIXTURE: U16 Ladies will play Milltown/ Listry in Beaufort on Sunday at 11.30am in East Region final.

SCOR NA NÓG: Club members U17 years old on 1st January 2020 are invited to take part in Scór. For all details, please contact Scór Officer Mary Jo at 086 3779702.

RICKY KELLY CHEQUE PRESENTATION: There is a cheque presentation for last month’s competition in aid of John ‘Sully’ O’Sullivan taking place at a social gathering from 4pm-8pm on Sunday evening in the clubhouse. Refreshments will be served at the gathering.

EXERCISE CLASSES: Winter class timetable in clubrooms will be available shortly.

Glenflesk EK Minor Championship - Glenflesk 3­16 Fossa 3­13.

U16 CLUB MATCHPLAY: Scheduled for next Monday with play in both the Championship and Plate events. Full details will be on the club’s Facebook page beforehand.

TURKEY EVENTS: Scheduled to start from the first Sunday in November, Sunday Nov 3.

Killarney Badminton Club CONNACHT MASTERS: A very successful day for the Kerry players who travelled to Galway to take part in the Connacht Open. In singles, Sinead Galvin (Killarney) and Tom Bourke (Castleisland) claimed gold while Sam Hayes (Killarney) runner up in their respective categories. Sinead paired up with Brid Murphy (Castleisland) and Sam Hayes paired with Jennifer Keane (Killarney) to win ladies doubles in their categories.

In the mixed Sinead Galvin paired with Tom Bourke for their treble win that day. Sam Hayes paired with Gary Alcorn (Waterford) and we're runners up in the final. Well done to all.

INFO: KBC runs every Monday and Wednesday from 8.30pm to 10.30pm.

Contact Jennifer 083 3347228 or Suzanne 086 1720770 for more information.

GAA

Killarney Legion RESULTS: Kerry SFC QF - Legion 1-10 St Brendan’s 1-12. EK Minor Div 1 Final – Legion 1-17 Rathmore 1-18. EK U14 Girls Div 3 Final - Legion beat Kilcummin.

LOTTO: Winner - Joe Gallagher, Muckross. 1, 9, 11, 20 (Bonus: 3).

Dr Crokes RESULTS: Kerry SFC QF – Dr Crokes 1-20 Kenmare Shamrocks 1-12.

PROGRESSIVE 31 started back up on October 23 and will take place every Wednesday in Crokes clubhouse at 8pm. You will need to bring money and a partner. €5 per person.

ACADEMY: The Saturday Morning Academy has recommenced for 2019 and is on every Saturday morning starting with Hurling from 10-10.40am and Gaelic football from 10.40am-12 noon.

GOLF: Killarney Golf & Fishing Club O’Donoghue Ring sponsored Singles Competition. Front: Lisa Courtney, Kelly Brotherton (winner) and Lady Captain Mary Sheehy. Back: Geraldine Tarrant and Sharon Ormonde.

Come join in the fun, make new friends and experience the superb coaching on offer. Plenty of fun and games. New members always welcome.

day, October 25 in the clubhouse from 6-7.30pm.

SCÓR 2020: Club members Under 17 years on 1st January 2020 are now invited to participate in the Scór competitions. These begin at club and East Kerry level shortly and with the county final in December. The All-Ireland finals will be held in Killarney. Contact Ger Lyne for further details on 086 1541840.

CLUB 600: The 4th draw took place in Airport Bar Farranfore on Thursday last.

LOTTO: Next draw on Sunday in Tatler Jack. Jackpot €9,900.

Spa END OF YEAR: Our ABC, U6 and U8 groups held their last training of the year on Saturday morning and our U10s took part in a final blitz in Dr Crokes.

Well done to all.

COISTE NA NÓG: AGM will take place in Spa on Monday, November 4 at 8.30pm Months Mind Mass for Johnny Batt Cronin this Friday, October 25 at 4.30pm in St Mary’s Cathedral.

THANK YOU to everyone that was part of our Coffee Morning for the Irish Cancer Society in the Spa GAA clubhouse on Saturday. To our sponsors, those who baked or gave prizes for the raffle, all who donated and supported the event, all our helpers who made it happen and everyone who came along!

LOTTO: Next draw in McSweeney’s.

Jackpot €6,200.

MEETING ROOMS and Sports Hall available for hire. For enquiries contact Eileen on 087 6577312 (after 6pm only) or Ann on 087 9403508.

HALLOWEEN PARTY will take place Fri-

Firies

The next draw will take place in The Stand Bar Firies on Thursday, November 14. A huge ‘Thank You’ to all that supported our Club 600 draw and continue to do so.

LOTTO: The draw for next week’s jackpot of €3,700 will take place tonight in Sherwood’s Bar. Get your lotto tickets from all the usual sellers, Club Officers, Senior Players or from the stand in Moriarty’s Centra, Farranfore.

Thank you all for your continued support.

LADIES: U8 & U10 hosted Austin Stacks Saturday morning in a challenge game to finish off the season.

HURLING: Academy training continues in Farranfore on Thursdays at 6.30pm.

All new players welcome.

Fossa BOOK LAUNCH: Book launch this Friday 7.30pm at the clubhouse with guest speaker Pat Spillane.

ACADEMY: Congratulations to all our Sunday morning academy stars who were presented with medals by our Kerry players, Kerry senior David Clifford Kerry minors Emmett O’Shea and Ruairí Doyle, and Kerry ladies senior Erica McGlynn.

Beaufort LOTTO: The next lotto draw for a jackpot of €3,000 will be in the Inn Between on Sunday, October 27. Tickets

COMMUNITY GAMES: Glenflesk Community Games needs a new committee as Leonard Moran, Kathleen O’Connor Fleming, Karen Herlihy and Eamon Bowler are retiring. Our AGM is coming up shortly if you could spread the word and let people know that if we don’t form a committee, Glenflesk won’t be able to enter any community games in 2020.

RAHEEN NS: Congratulations to Eilish Culloty who had the winning lotto No. 33 on October 19, CRL oils who had No. 31 on the 12th and to Caroline Kissane who had No. 11 on the 5th.

SCÓR: Scór na nÓg East Kerry takes place in the coming weeks. Anyone U17 and in post primary education are eligible to represent Glenflesk in figure dancing, set dancing, recitation, solo singing, ballad group, music group, novelty act and quiz. If interested please contact Paud O’Donoghue 087 2586448 or Rosie Healy 087 2072512 before November 1.

STORIED KERRY CONFERENCE: Saturday, November 2. Veteran GAA commentator Micheál Ó Muircheartaigh will tell his best football stories and direct a workshop on how he collected his memories and yarns at the Storied Kerry annual conference which will be held on Saturday, November 2 in St Oliver¹s National School in Killarney. Conference information as well as bookings can be directed to Storied Kerry, Gallan, Mangerton Road, Muckross, Killarney or email storiedkerry@gmail.com.

Kilcummin PLAYOFF: County Championship relegation decider between Kilcummin and Rathmore takes place this Saturday at 4pm in Lewis Rd. MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP: East Kerry Championship - Kilcummin 4-19 to Currow 4-4.

SENIORS LADIES: Congratulations to our senior ladies and mentors once again as they completed a hat-trick of titles last Sunday with a three-point victory over Austin Stacks in Farranfore to win the Mary Joe Curran tournament.

LOTTO: Next draw Sunday, November 3. Jackpot €9,050.

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