Killarney Advertiser 26th January 2018

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In This Week’s Edition …

P6 Anne Lucey Responds

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Celeb News – Oscar Nominations

Danny on the Drink Driving Bill

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Out & About with Dylan

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Home & Away – Good Friday Drinking

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PAGE SIX Letter Reaction

I Do Not Want My Daughters To Feel Pressurised Into Abortion I am writing in response to Anne Lucey’s article in last week’s Advertiser which seemed bitter, ill-informed and wrong. It brought nothing to the current important debate.

I am a woman, a mother and a nurse. I have worked abroad for many years in London. I didn’t have a vote in 1984 but I will be voting ‘no’ to repeal of the Eighth Amendment. The article suggested that all women who vote pro life are female handmaids of the male establishment. I find this label offensive as I am a freethinking, informed Irish woman. The debate is not about trusting women as suggested in the article, it’s about looking at the facts. It is about listening to the expert geneticists and embryologists who can demonstrate that a new and unique life begins at conception. It is about knowing what this referendum will mean for Ireland in the future.

I have seen this future in the UK and have a deep concern for the future of my children and their children. Today abortion is such a normal part of British life that 1 in 5 children are aborted. That translates into 20 out every 100 children born or one year out of every secondary school. In England 92% of babies with Down syndrome are aborted. I care for these lives and love my cousins who have Down syndrome.

I believe authentic feminism seeks to protect the future of all females those alive and those yet to be born. I do not want my daughters to feel pressurised into abortion which is the case often in England. I would like my children to grow up in an Irish society that loves and supports all women and all children especially those in traumatic and difficult situations.

For me this is truly liberal and progressive because I firmly believe that future generations will look back at our age and the abortion clinics and ask what were they doing, just as today with past injustices.

In Ireland we still have a chance to protect the first and most important right of all our citizens, our children and grandchildren, born and unborn - the right to life.

Annette Green, Killarney

This Debate Touches Every Member Of Our Diverse Society As a young, female medical doctor, and mother, I feel compelled to respond to the article on page 12 of Killarney Advertiser (January 1), which gives the impression that those who are pro-life are all men or “their female handmaidens”, and links the pro-life viewpoint to concepts such as repression and control of women.

The article mentions that women who were well travelled and educated were among those campaigning against the Eighth Amendment in 1983. I am both educated and well travelled, but does that make my voice any more important than anyone else’s in this debate?

Absolutely not. I would argue that a debate on the right to life of a human being is something which touches each and every member of our diverse society in a profound way, and everyone’s voice is important, whatever their position in life, their intellectual ability, or the number of stamps in their passport.

Articles such as this and unfortunately the recent speeches of many of our politicians, are, I fear, having the effect of silencing the ordinary person who holds the simple view that it is simply wrong to take a human life, an innocent one at that. I would strongly urge those people to stand up and be heard. There are more of us out there than the media would let you believe.

Dr Siobhán Crowley, Killarney

In An Ideal World There Would Not Be Abortion This Is Not An Ideal World

Words: Anne Lucey IF I am accused of bringing nothing to this debate, as Ms Green suggests, then perhaps it proves something I heard this week and which I am inclined to believe; no man or woman under 50 should be allowed vote or have a say in Repeal of the Eighth Amendment.

Because this is not an issue that affects all people; this is an issue that affects women only. And it is an issue that affects childbearing women particularly.

And of that population grouping a fair percentage – married and single – do go abroad for abortion, for their own reasons.

That is the reality. They go abroad because the option is not available to them here and it is available elsewhere.

Over 30 years ago contraception was not widely available, babies were found stabbed, choked, washed up on beaches.

Desperate women took to the air and the boat – desperate because this country, male-dominated, with the support of very conservative matrons, (I use the word since there is issue with ‘handmaidens’) was no Garden of Eden for women. Contraception is available today. Abortion is still a choice for some. Desperate women, and not so desperate women, are still leaving. For their own reasons. They are adult women. They should be respected, not pilloried and thrashed.

And the letters this week prove this debate is back to the future. And it was in that context and the unearthing of difficult events in 1984 I wrote my piece. I have since been looking at The Kerryman and other newspaper archives of the period to do some research on the Joanne Hayes debacle, and the treatment of women, and the whole thrust of the debate by the church and the establishment.

The highly conservative and generally well heeled, well protected, powerful medical profession of the time were part of that establishment and campaign. From what I can see the objective was not “protection” of the unborn so much as “prohibition”. It was to hold back the tide of “promiscuity”.

A kind of head-in-the-sand approach that if you cut off the solutions, you cut off the problem. That has not worked.And what is worrying is that since the

case of the death of Galway dentist Savita Halappanavar, it is not crys- tal clear that the medical profession now, whether because of lack of legal clarity, or out of conviction, will or can save the life of the mother above the child. That is a fact.

Three of the letters received by this publication were from the medical profession.

All three only see one issue in my piece of last week: the upcoming referendum.

They ignore the past and women’s rights.

But I do agree with Dr Crowley, I absolutely agree, people on the so-called ‘pro’ side should not be afraid to speak. And to speak strongly, as they indeed do, and have long done without any sensitivity or fear of upsetting public taste on street corners with strong images and raucous rantings. In 1983 the minority side were afraid to speak at all… Terrified in fact. Are they still to fear?

One of the letters received by this publication was from a male doctor and was a pretty strong if meandering attack on this writer and her disrespectful “tone”. This male doctor will not allow his name be published. Why? Again “head-in-the-sand” comes to mind. In an ideal world there would not be abortion and in a sensible country we should not have to debate it. In an ideal world born children would not have to sleep in hotels and hostels for months and would have a home. As for Ms Green’s use of Down syndrome to advance her views: This very week Down Syndrome Ireland issued an appeal to people like Ms Green who will use every opportunity to advance their views to please respect them enough to leave them out of the debate and stop referring to persons with Downs to support their views. I too take issue too with Ms Green and Dr Crowley’s and Dr Who’s misreading of my article to advance their very narrow views. This is not an ideal world. There is a sensible approach as enunciated

by Micheál Martin and others and, please, let us not as in 1983 let powerful sectors of the establishment lead society into ignoring reality - this time under the guise of reason.

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Fianna Fáil Hopefuls Go Head-To-Head It’s a big weekend for Fianna Fáil in Kerry as party members meet on Sunday to vote for their preferred runner in the next general election.

The decision to select just one Kerry candidate means competition will be fierce with a number of well-known figures seeking support for the party nomination.

Sitting TD John Brassil and exTD Tom McEllistrim from Tralee appear to be the two favourites to get the nod, while Waterville councillor Norma Moriarty, who ran alongside Brassil in 2016, and Michael Cahill, a councillor from Rossbeigh, have also declared their interest.

Milltown councillor Michael D. O’Shea and the Mayor of Tralee, Norma Foley, are expected to complete the shortlist.

Two men who will definitely not be throwing their hats into the ring are Mayor of Killarney

Kerry TD John Brassil.

Niall Kelleher and Senator Mark Daly. Cllr Kelleher had earlier expressed his interest, saying he would be “honoured to receive nominations to contest the convention.”

“Members supporters and others from my own area and throughout Kerry have been in touch asking me to consider joining John Brassil TD on the Fianna Fáil ticket for the next general election in Kerry as they believe as do I that Killarney

Mayor of Killarney Niall Kelleher.

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and East Kerry needs a TD,” he said. “It is something that I have been considering along with family, friends and supporters.”

The party’s decision to select just one candidate ultimately led Kelleher, along with Daly, to withdraw as both had insisted that they would not run against Brassil.

This might change at later date, however, if Fianna Fáil decide to add another name to the ballot.

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Healy-Rae: Drink-Driving Bill Will Cause “Isolation And Loneliness”

Danny Healy-Rae TD has criticised Fianna Fáil for abstaining from voting on the drink-driving bill. Pic: Don MacMonagle.

Kilgarvan TD Danny HealyRae has voiced his “disappointment” following the passing of a bill that will see an automatic disqualification for drivers on their first offence of driving while over the permitted 50mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood.

The law currently states that a person with a full license who

is caught driving with an alcohol level between 50mg and 80mg is liable to get three penalty points on their license and a €200 fine.

Healy-Rae also criticised Fianna Fáil for abstaining from Minister Shane Ross’ drink-driving bill, which was passed by a majority of 85 votes to eight in the Dáil.

In a statement, Healy-Rae con-

demned Fianna Fáil for removing themselves from the vote.

“I was amazed that the Fianna Fáil TD’s abstained on the instruction of their leadership,” he said. “This will cause further isolation and loneliness to so many people in rural parts of Kerry, where we don’t have access to public transport, i.e. Dart, Luas, buses, trains or even taxis.”

“There is no difference now between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael.

They seem to be more interested in the Dublin vote.”

He went on to thank Michael Collins, Clare Daly, Michael Fitzmaurice, Michael Lowry, Mattie McGrath and Mick Wallace who also opposed the new legislation. Meanwhile, Minister Ross was left red-faced when he mistakenly voted against his own bill before quickly acknowledging his mistake.

Healy-Rae has courted controversy with his outspoken views on this issue in the past, famously claiming that eating a big meal and getting behind the wheel of a car is as dangerous as drink-driving.

Eighth Amendment

Killarney Senator:

“Baby Should Feel That Womb Is A Safe Place”

Killarney native and Fine Gael Senator Paul Coghlan has clarified his stance on the Eighth Amendment debate, insisting that society should “maintain the safety and sanctity of the womb for our unborn at all costs”.

Speaking on the report of the Joint Oireachteas Committee, which was released in December and recommended that terminations be allowed up to 12 weeks into a pregnancy, Coghlan said that “any deliberate, planned or wilful extinguishment of life is killing”.

“Surely we do not want to go down the road of Great Britain,” he continued, “where abortion has been legislated for and where, to date, approximately 9 million children in the womb have been aborted. I would be totally opposed to neutering or lessening the protection which exists in the Constitution for the equal right to life of the baby in the womb, unless it was to be adequately replaced in law. The baby in the womb is the tiniest and weakest member of our society and should feel that the womb is a safe place.”

Meanwhile, local Fianna Fáil councillor John Joe Culloty has said he is “very disappointed” with Micheál Martin’s U-turn on the divisive issue. Speaking on Radio Kerry, Cllr Culloty, who is also the Chairman of the Kerry Right to Life group, added that he didn’t think it was going to make a huge difference to the party.

Martin’s decision to come out in support of the liberalisation of abortion laws has been met with some opposition within Fianna Fáil but a meeting called by Carlow-Kilkenny TD Bobby Aylward for members of the parliamentary party who are opposed to their leader’s stance was attended by just eight people.

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Dept Of Justice Staff “Frozen” At Killarney Offices

Employees at the Department of Justice offices in Killarney are “tired of complaining” about working conditions at the facility, according to Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae. Healy-Rae raised the issue in a query submitted to the Minister for Justice, Charles Flanagan, having been contacted by staff who are displeased with the current state of the building.

“I wish to raise on behalf of the workers the issue of the working conditions in the building,” Healy-Rae said, “mainly the cold as the windows are single-glazed and the staff are frozen while working there.”

“Staff are tired of complaining so I’m asking you what proposal have you to improve the conditions the staff are expected to work in, Surely the staff have the right to work in conditions the same as people in the private sector.”

In his response, the Minister said there were plans to further develop the office in Killarney “in the context of the expansion of the National Shared Services Office”, and that the issue of window replacement would be incorporated in that programme of works.

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TOWNTALK Killarney Park Named Ireland’s Best Hotel

The Killarney Park Hotel has been named Ireland’s number one hotel

by TripAdvisor in their annual awards for 2018. The five star hotel, which is owned by Killarney family the Treacys, was also ranked the number one hotel in Ireland for luxury and best service.

Harvey’s Point in Donegal was gunning for first place for the fifth year in a row but the famous hotel, located in the heart of Killarney town, eventually came out on top. Ashford Castle (Mayo) and Hayfield Manor (Cork) finished third and fourth respectively while Tralee’s Ballygarry House Hotel completed the top five.

In the luxury hotel category, the Park beat off stiff competition from Ballyfin

Demesne (Laois), Ashford Castle, Hayfield Manor and the Merrion (Dublin) to claim the prestigious top prize.

Speaking after the results were announced, general manager Niamh O’Shea said it was very much a team effort.

“Killarney Park Hotel is incredibly proud to accept such an accolade from Trip Advisor, that rates travel experiences firsthand from customers,” she said.

“Such an award is testimony to the fantastic effort from our amazing team who have provided exceptional service, impeccable standards and ‘Warmth Beyond the Smile’ for the past 25+ years to all of our guests”.

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TEIR One To Be Launched At Chamber Meeting The Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce’s annual Open Business Meeting will be held next Monday evening, January 29 at 6.30pm in the Killarney Avenue Hotel.

In 2017 the Chamber commissioned W2 Consulting to undertake a study into the economic impact of tourism in Killarney. There was a tremendous response from the business community in Killarney as well as hundreds of visitors surveyed.

The TEIR One (Tourism Economic Impact Report) launch will take place on this evening. Chamber President

Paul O’Neill has urged locals to make it their business to attend. There will also be a presentation by Mark O’Connell of W2 consulting and Q & A session. It is the first study of this kind ever undertaken to refine the importance of the tourist industry to Killarney, Kerry and Ireland.

There will also be updates provided on upcoming events and plans, which will be followed by a buffet and wine.

The cost is €15 per member and €20 for non-members. The evening is open to non-members as well as members so please feel free to ‘spread the word’.

Kerry Bitte!

Number Of Germans Visiting The Kingdom Expected To Rise Tourism Ireland’s extensive programme of promotions in Germany continued last week with a strong presence at CMT (Caravan, Motor & Tourism fair) in Stuttgart. Tourism Ireland was joined at CMT by 18 Irish and German tourism businesses, including Kerry Airport, Destination Kerry, Go Kerry and Woodlands Caravan & Camping Park, Tralee.

In 2017, around 235,000 visitors attended this nine-day travel fair – including more than 1,500 journalists from 21 countries. CMT also attracts leading tour operators and travel agents, as well as many thousands of German holidaymakers looking for ideas and suggestions for their next holiday.

“CMT in Stuttgart is our first travel fair of the year, providing an excellent opportunity to spread the word about the many great things to see and do in Kerry and Ireland and to encourage German travellers to put Ireland on their holiday ‘wish-list’ for 2018,” said Zoë Redmond, Tourism Ireland’s Man-

ager for Central Europe. “2017 was the seventh consecutive year of growth for German visitor numbers to the island of Ireland, when we welcomed around 660,000 German visitors. Tourism Ireland will roll out an extensive and targeted programme of activity throughout 2018 to keep the momentum going and build on that growth.”

Earlier this month, Tourism Ireland launched its TV campaign in Germany.

Ads for Ireland will run until mid-February on a whole host of national and satellite television channels – reaching an estimated 17.2 million viewers.

As well as the TV ads, a separate online video campaign will reach almost 4 million people, via popular travel and news websites. Promoting the Wild Atlantic Way and the Star Wars connection with Kerry will continue to be a major focus of Tourism Ireland’s activity in Germany, and elsewhere around the world, in 2018. The organisation will also continue to highlight ease of access from Germany to Ireland.

Simone Langemann (Destination Kerry), Grace O’Donnell (Go Kerry) and Geraldine Egan (Tourism Ireland) at CMT Stuttgart.

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Rock Road Carpark Gets The Green Light

A controversial new plan to build a car park on the Rock Road has been given the green light by town planners.

The site, which is located above the grounds of the Mercy Convent (on the left as you exit town), will provide 84 car and 27 bus parking spaces. Early criticism has centred around the location of the proposed car park with some stating their belief that it’s simply too far from the centre of town.

Others have voiced concerns about the increased traffic that will inevitably hit the area, especially considering that it is already a part of the town that experiences significant congestion at certain times of the day.

The issue of insufficient parking facilities in Killarney town is one that we at the Killarney Advertiser have highlighted in the past, and a number of our proposed solu-

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tions were greeted warmly by locals.

One of these included a proposed development of the Lewis Road car park which is located centrally and so, we believe, would make an ideal site for this kind of project.

Pic: Our artist’s vision for a proposed stateof-the-art car park at Lewis Road.

Letter

“It Will Be A Disaster” The more one thinks about the proposed public parking for cars and buses at Rock Road, the more ludicrous it seems.

Putting two-way traffic for buses and cars in this ecclesiastical setting of the Mercy Convent and neighbouring nursing home, and densely populated area immediately opposite, shows very little care for the particular area and the residents surrounding.

This proposal if it goes ahead will of course slow traffic down causing back-ups to traffic coming from the New Road and top of High Street. Congestion here together with the congestion that exists over the whole town will exacerbate thing further.

This proposal should have gone to a public meeting as such matters have done previ-

ously.

The reluctance to do a proper parking space in the existing Glebe is mind-boggling. A two-storey here covering and including the existing parking would take a lot of pressure off. Also, the mental hospital grounds with its own entrances and exits would be ideal for such uses. Three or four other ‘could-be’ parking areas come to mind. Our group ‘Killarney Environs Protection Group’ would ask [the Killarney Town Planning Office] to give more thought to the proposal. If it goes ahead – it will be a disaster.

More hospital, nursing home etc. are needed urgently and this site would be more useful for that kind of purpose.

Patricia Hanley, Chair of KEPG

Karen Dwyer, creator of ‘My Gratitude Attitude Journal’, will be talking about her inspirational journey at the Hotel Europe Hotel & resort on Sunday, February 11 at 11am.

The author, speaker and entrepreneur hopes to empower participants with the tools and strategies she has learned from her journey through MS and overcoming adversity in business.

During a day of relaxation, empowerment, meditation and delicious food, prepare to walk away from the day feeling energised and ready to take on the world.

This is a day where that gives you the time to discover where you are in life, think about where you want to be, and a pathway to make up the difference.

“We rarely take the time out to think about ourselves, where we are in life, where we want to be and make a plan to fill the gap,” Karen said. “This day allows you to move on from the past and get the motivation to start living the life you really want, removing blocks along the way.”

Karen Dwyer is a 36-year-old single mum who has battled Multiple sclerosis, and suffered the media spotlight of having been airbrushed from her own multi-million-pound company on national television. Karen’s fighting spirit has led her to the amazing creation, and today she is fighting

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Karen has designed programmes and talks on overcoming adversity in all parts of life.

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The Chatroom

‘Pinocchio’ Cast Visit The Chatroom Tune in tonight (Friday, January 26) at 9pm on our website www.killarneyadvertiser.ie or our Facebook page to see what happened when some of the cast of Pinocchio, the new panto by the legendary Killorglin Pantomime group, visited The Chatroom.

The talented actors came to chat about their new show which is running this weekend in Killorglin as well as coming to the INEC for ONE NIGHT ONLY on Sunday, February 4 at 5pm!

Our own Kieran Healy tried his best to stay serious (and failed) when he came face to face with Lo, Dame Gepetto and Pinnochio better known as Colm Clifford, Declan Mangan and Shona Murphy.

Pinocchio is Killorglin Pantomime Group’s 55th Panto and if the chat on the couch is anything to go by, it’s going to be hilarious!

The guys spoke about what to expect in the upcoming

show and Declan discusses his remarkable record of appearing in all 55 pantos.

Relative newcomer Shona Murphy tells us how she feels about taking on the title character and Colm Clifford reveals how his life has changed for the better since last year’s panto. Starting and ending in a song, with a good shot of madness thrown in between, this is not to be missed!

Earlier in the week we had a visit from James Knoblauch, Harry Knoblauch and Oran O’Donoghue, winners of the Best Group Award at the 54th BT Young Science & Technology Exhibition.

The boys chatted to Kieran about their winning project, where the idea for it came from, their results and the what the reaction has been to them winning such a prestigious award!

You can watch the interview now on www.killarneyadvertiser.ie or on our Facebook page.

Members of the Killorglin Pantomime group discuss their latest show, Pinocchio.

Inset: St Brendans’ College students James Knoblauch, Harry Knoblauch and Oran O’Donoghue who won the Best Group Award at the BT Young Science & Technology Exhibition.

Spoiler Alert Spoilers are rampant in the Netflix age but they can be avoided, says Adam Moynihan Spoilers aren’t a brand new concept.

I’m sure plenty of people had classic plot twist movies like Michael Collins ruined for them by some loudmouth who just had to tell everyone that *SPOILER ALERT* Michael Collins gets shot at the end. Spoilers are, however, far more widespread in the Netflix age as viewers have the freedom to consume entire series from start to finish at their own (often breakneck) pace.

We used to experience TV shows together, the nation waiting with bated breath for Sunday night to see which character Miley would shift next (disclaimer: I only remember one storyline from Glenroe). Spoilers were basically impossible because no one, apart from people directly involved with the production, had anything to divulge.

But the fact that we’re watching all of these episodes at different times makes spoilers inevitable. People are so eager to vent about the death of their favourite character, speculate about a blossoming romance or discuss the latest utterly insane fan theory, they blurt out too much information and ruin your day.

What annoys me more than anything is when someone is fully aware that you haven’t seen something yet they continue to speak about it regardless.

SPOILER ALERT: The next section actually contains a spoiler. If you haven’t seen Dark but plan to, skip to here: I was speaking to a friend recently and she asked if I had seen German series Dark. I said I hadn’t and asked what it was about. “It’s like Stranger Things,” she said. Okay. That was all the information I needed. I was on board. Alas, she wasn’t done talking.

“If you travel back in time and change the past, do you change the future?” I thought she had changed the subject.

“Yeah, I suppose?” I replied. “Ah,” she said cryptically, “But do you?”

“Have you just given away the premise of the entire show?”

“Yeah, kind of. Sorry.”

I was going to ask her what would happen if I travelled back in time and never spoke to her again, but I went and watched Dark instead. It was good. Not as good as it would have been if I didn’t know what was going to happen, but good nonetheless.

The details shared don’t even need to be overly revelatory to be a spoiler.

Here’s a common example: FRIEND: Hey man. Have you seen the last episode of Narcos?

ME: No, not yet. I’m going to watch it later.

FRIEND: Oh. I won’t say anything so.

ME: Okay.

FRIEND: [pause] But there’s a *massive* twist at the end!

It might seem innocuous, but that’s a spoiler. Now I’m expecting a massive twist at the end. However the story appears to be going, I know that it’s not going to turn out that way. The tiniest piece of information is too much for me. I don’t even like knowing the duration of the thing I’m watching. If you know there are only a few minutes left,

you can rule out certain twists or plotlines as there simply isn’t enough time for it to happen.

If that sounds a bit neurotic that’s probably because it is, admittedly, a bit neurotic. But I want to be genuinely surprised by what’s unfolding on the screen before me. Here’s how that conversation with my idiot friend should have went: FRIEND: Hey man. Have you seen the last episode of Narcos?

ME: No, not yet. I’m going to watch it later.

FRIEND: Goodbye.

ME: Goodbye.

There. Easy. No more spoilers. Fair enough, you might end up friendless but that’s okay. Netflix is your friend now.

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Proprietor Joe Scally placing the ‘G’ on the new signage outside the re-opened Great Southern Hotel on yesterday evening.

Historic Killarney Hotel Re-Opens As The Great Southern After a winter of extensive refurbishments, one of Ireland’s oldest and best-loved hotels has re-opened today under its original name, the Great Southern Killarney. More recently known as The Malton, the decision to revert to the old badge will no doubt be welcomed by many Killarney natives for whom the famous Great Southern was always an important local landmark.

Owned by the Scally family since 2014, the historic grand-

dame-style hotel is part of the Hayfield Family Collection that includes the Killarney Royal and Hayfield Manor in Cork City. Over the past two years, the family-run company has invested in a major restoration programme.

Celebrating the next chapter of the hotel - which first opened in 1854 - will be three generations of family including Joe and Margaret Scally and their children and grandchildren, along with the team who work in the hotel.

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Could Your Dog Be The Star Of The Show?

Producers of a major new tour of the smash-hit Broadway and West End show Legally Blonde The Musical are on the hunt for four-legged stars in Kerry.

EastEnders’ Rita Simons and Bill Ward, star of Coronation Street and Emmerdale, are the human stars of the musical but there are also two dogs in the cast - a Chihuahua called Bruiser and another called Rufus. Bruiser is already cast and will be on the road with the cast but producers have decided to hold auditions for ‘Rufus’ in every town and city on the tour.

Auditions are being held at the Gleneagle Hotel on Saturday, February 10.

Associate Director David Barrett said:

“Legally Blonde The Musical is a show all about stereotypes and not judging a book by its cover and the dogs are no different in this. So whereas ‘Bruiser’ is the cute, tiny, adorable one, with ‘Rufus’ we are looking for the total opposite. We are looking for a big, brutish, dog that only its mother could love - preferably a Bull Dog as in the film but we are certainly open to options.”

Based on the novel

by Amanda Brown and the MGM motion picture, Legally Blonde The Musical will run at INEC Killarney from July 10–14.

Interested parties are asked to email legallyblondedogauditions@gmail.com for application forms and full details.

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“If I Was To Remove Myself From Risk I Would Stop Cycling Altogether” As a cyclist I read with dismay your opinion piece last week. The piece spoke about cyclist vulnerabilities and self-preservation, both of which are always at the forefront of my mind when I take to the roads.

Way back in the 60s, 70s and 80s I cycled too but the world is a different place now. In the early 80s there were no roundabouts or traffic calming infrastructure in place because it was not necessary. Everything travelled slower and it was safer to cycle. Over the years I have had to adapt to these changes and learn how best to cope with the changes. I cycle these days with the Department of Transport, RSA, and Cycling Ireland’s ‘Cycle Right’ recommendations in mind.

A bicycle is in Irish law a vehicle on our roads and has no greater or less importance than any other vehicle, so when I approach narrow pinch points, junctions or roundabouts I will ALWAYS take what is known as the ‘primary position’ on the road. I do this for two reasons: first, to deliberately discourage any following traffic from trying to pass too closely and second, to put myself in the position where I will be seen by following traffic. This is fully endorsed and recommended by ‘Cycle Right’, not for fun, not to annoy other motorists but purely for safety.

As soon as I am clear of such areas I will ALWAYS pull to the left and try to facilitate overtaking. If I am cycling in a group the group will ALWAYS be two abreast in such areas for the very same reasons and we will always pull left to facilitate safe passing at 1.5m as per recommendations from the

RSA. This is by far the best way for us cyclists to “stay out of harm’s way”.

Before I learnt the ‘Cycle Right’ way, I was way too many times skimmed by centimetres because motorists just will not have a few seconds’ patience to allow me safely through pinch points. Since I adopted the ‘Cycle Right’ training I am always much safer.

The only time I wasn’t was once when a taxi van driver thought it was the right thing to do to drive to within inches of me and sound his horn, just to save ten seconds.

Your opinion talks of removing myself from risk. If I was to remove myself from risk I would stop cycling altogether and why stop cycling? I would stop driving 50,000km a year to earn a living. Yes there is an element of risk in cycling, in sharing roads with big metal boxes with vast stores of destructive kinetic energy but I choose to cycle.

Because of growing aggression I personally always have two cameras on my bike, both recording full HD video and I have on occasion brought video to our Garda to deal with aggressive drivers. I have yet to bring such evidence to our Garda to be told to go away and not be annoying them.

I am very disappointed by your publication of such an ill-informed piece which in essence has the effect of say “GET OUT OF THE WAY”. It is neither researched or correct on many levels and I hope that now that you have been supplied with the relevant information that you will correct the record.

Brendan Cassidy, Killarney

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Cyclists Must Protect Themselves First And Foremost Words: Cormac Casey

First of all, I would like to thank Brendan for his letter. I actually agree 100% with what he is saying and both of our perspectives have a common thread: the cyclist is vulnerable.

With regards to the rules of the road and the ‘Cycle Right’ way of cycling, to which he refers in his response, he is absolutely correct.

But the rules only work if they’re strictly adhered to. In the particular set of circumstances I wrote about last week, I specifically didn’t want to draw attention to this group however, in my defence, I have to as it was the basis for my concerns for their general safety.

The group of six or seven cyclists were two abreast, which they are entitled to do, but they were staggered and weaving.

The man in front, who was most displeased when I asked him to go ‘single file’, was actually almost in the middle of the road at this point and weaved crossed the line of traffic behind me as he was turning right. Basically he put himself between two moving cars.

I would have pealed off to the left and waited for a safe gap in the three lanes of traffic to cross. I cycle this route myself.

As for the group, from my experience keeping your line and keeping to the wheel of the cyclist in front will greatly reduce the distraction for the oncoming motorist. One large smooth moving group is far easier to focus on rather than six or seven individuals busily moving in slightly different directions.

Everyone is entitled to use the road but we must all use it respectfully. I believe that it is the responsibility of the cyclist to protect themselves first and foremost. I think cyclists, who are the most vulnerable road user, should make a risk assessment based on their chosen route and time of day.

I cycle myself and when it was formed I was actually the third member of the Killarney Cycling Club. When we went out cycling in those early days, we always chose our routes based on how safe they would be and how much traffic we would encounter. I attended Pat McQuaid’s training camps covering 1,000kms per week and all of those routes were pre-planned and followed a strict code of cycling.

We were always told that car is much bigger than you so if one comes, give way at the first opportunity. I also believe that it is common courtesy to give way to fast-moving traffic. Maybe that is an overdeveloped sense of self-preservation, but I would prefer to be that way rather than seriously injured or worse.

When I get the chance to cycle these days, which unfortunately isn’t as often as I’d like, I apply that same logic. I have never had any issue with a motorist.

However, that is not to say the motorist is innocent in this debate.

Hopefully this conversation creates further much-needed debate and heightens awareness about cyclists’ safety and we look forward to hearing more from Brendan in the future.

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Christmas In Killarney Apology Christmas In Killarney wish to acknowledge the significant financial support of Daly’s SuperValu to this year’s festival. Daly’s SuperValu were inadvertently left out of the recent “Thank You” advert in the local media. This was an error on our part for which we are truly sorry.

The Daly family have been and continue to be very supportive of local and community projects and it is only through this type of support that Killarney Chamber of Tourism Commerce can continue to bring festivals and events to the people of Killarney.

Gooch Wins Kerry Person Of The Year

LEGENDARY Killarney footballer Colm Cooper has been named 2018 Kerry Person of the Year.

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Ulick Drives Away In Brand New Car €25,000 windfall for winners in Killarney Credit Union members draw.

There were smiles all around at the Beech Road Credit Union last Saturday when Farranfore native Ulick O’Sullivan dropped by to pick up the keys to his brand new car.

Ulick, who now resides in Dublin, got a surprise call last week and was notified that he had won a brand new Ford Fiesta in the Killarney Credit Union Members Draw. €25,000 worth of prizes were handed out in all - ranging from €250 to €1,000 - and Ulick was the lucky one in 2,500 entrants to claim the star prize.

The cash prize-winners were Mary Quirke, Connie Brady, Joan Mulchinock, Tim O’Sullivan, Mary Mulcahy,

Noreen O’Donoghue, Julia Casey, Denis Cronin, Annette Sheehan, Eileen O’Shea, Olive Sheehy, Julie Payne and Mary T. O’Sullivan.

Members can sign up for the competition at any Credit Union branch or by downloading an application form online at www.killarneycu.ie. €12 will be taken from your account twice a year as an entry fee. The next draw will take place in July.

“The draw is limited to members of Killarney Credit Union and anyone over the age of 18 can apply to join, so we would encourage members to sign up if they haven’t already,” said marketing officer Karena O’Leary. “As the saying goes: if you’re not in, you can’t win.”

GAA legend Colm Cooper, who was named Kerry Person of the Year by the Kerry Association in Dublin, with Martina McCarthy from the Kerry Stars Special Olympics Club.

Martina is a neighbour of Colm’s from Killarney and was representing one of the five clubs who received the Laochra Chiarraí Award for 2018. Pic: Julien Behal.

2017 was a remarkable year for Colm Cooper who led his club Dr Crokes to the All-Ireland Club Championship title in March. Crokes also went on to reclaim the Kerry Club Championship crown with victory over Kenmare before retaining their County Championship and County League titles with relative ease.

Gooch was a central figure throughout the campaign and was Crokes’ top scorer in the championship, despite being unable to start the final due to injury.

In spite of his fine form at club level, the Ardshanavooley native decided to step away from the Kerry fold in April. He bowed out as the leading Kerry scorer

of all time having led the Kingdom to five All-Ireland titles.

It was a busy year for Cooper off the field as he released his autobiography in October and also established himself as a leading pundit on RTÉ’s GAA coverage.

The prestigious Kerry Person of the Year award, which has been handed out by the Kerry Association in Dublin every year since 1979, recognises people who have shown leadership, provided exceptional service to the community and brought honour to their county.

Former recipients include John B. Keane (1989), Micheál ó Muircheartaigh (1997) and Seán Kelly (2008).

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Killarney Credit Union Chairman Pat Sheehan presents the keys of a new Ford Fiesta to Ulick O’ Sullivan, Farranfore. Also pictured are Dermot Moriarty, Killarney Autos and Pat Delaney, Killarney Credit Union. Pic: Eamonn Keogh.

Killarney Micro Track, in conjunction with Killarney Valley AC, are hosting a fundraising event on Sunday, January 28. The 5k Run, Walk ‘n Roll is for all, young and old, and will take place in Knockreer in the Killarney National Park.

Registration will take place at the playground at 10.30am with a midday start time. The fee is €5 per person with a special €20 deal for families. Prizes will be awarded to the best performers, with categories for men, students and parents/guardians with a

buggy or pushchair. Water will be provided at the finish line.

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Irishman To Be Deported From Boston

A 19-year-old Irishman who moved to America with his parents as a child is due to be deported to Ireland this week.

Dylan O’Riordan was targeted by US immigration and jailed for outstaying his visa and is currently being held in Suffolk County House of Corrections in the Boston area. His parents both have green cards.

The US government’s crackdown on illegal immigration intensified under President Donald Trump. There were over 33,000 more arrests of illegal immigrants in 2017, a 30% increase on the previous year.

FF: Varadkar Shows ‘Posh Boy Credentials’

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has been forced to clarify his comments in the Dáil during the week when he said that many people go to their parents to get the deposit for their first home.

Fianna Fail’s housing spokesman Barry Cowen subsequently accused Varadkar of showing his “posh boy credentials”, which led to the Taoiseach revealing that he himself did not borrow money from his mother and father when he was a first time buyer. He said he was approved for a 40-year, 100% mortgage.

He said he was “delighted at the time” but warned that a 100% mortgage was a “bad policy”.

University Hospital Kerry staff who will be taking part in the Sickly Come Dancing event in aid of the Chemotherapy Day Unit.

Hospital Staff To Dance For Charity The Sports and Social Club of University Hospital Kerry are hosting a Sickly Come Dancing event on February 23 in Ballygarry House Hotel, Tralee. 24 brave hospital staff members from all different disciplines have volunteered to dance while a supporting committee has also been put in place. The event will be in aid of the Chemotherapy Day Unit at the hospital.

The Chemotherapy Day Unit is where

chemotherapy is administered to oncology patients. Due to increasing demand for oncology services in Kerry, the current unit’s facilities are no longer adequate.

The hospital is in the process of looking to extend the unit in order to provide a purpose-built facility where patients can be treated with compassion, respect and dignity at all stages of the treatment process. The expansion of the current chemotherapy day

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Killarney Community College 2017 Junior Certificate students receiving their JCPA Awards.

Back: Louise Healy, Patrick Dineen, Emma Lynch, Orlaith Murphy and Sean McMurray Front: Ms Eilish O’Leary (Deputy Principal), Caoimhe Madigan, Roisin Wall, Emma Murphy, Dominik Kolodziejski and Ms Stella Loughnane (Principal).

unit is essential in order to address the growing demand for the service.

We all have family members, friends or neighbours who have had to attend the Chemotherapy Day Unit in UHK. Any members of the public who would like to donate can do so on the GoFundMe page: www.gofundme. com/sports-and-social-club-uhk.

Every donation goes directly to the Chemotherapy Day Unit fund.

King of the Biddies

Mike Coffey, Captain of Kilgobnet Biddies and crowned King of the Biddies, with his grandchildren, Clionagh and Cleo, and Brídeog the lamb. The tradition of the Biddies is one of the oldest and most colourful customs in Ireland. A blend of pagan and Christian pageantry, it is held on February 1 each year. It heralds the beginning of springtime and honours St Bríd, the patron saint of the farming community. Pic: Valerie O’Sullivan.

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Shape of Water dominates Oscars nominations with 13 nods. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri secures 7 noms. Cartoon Saloon’s The Breadwinner has also been nominated. Irish Costume Designer Consolata Boyle picked up her third Academy Award Nomination for her work on ‘Victoria & Abdul’.

Christopher Plummer, 88, becomes oldest star ever to receive acting Oscar nod.

Angelina Jolie snubbed along with James Franco, Michelle Williams and Steven Spielberg as 2018 Oscar nominations are announced. Mary J Blige is the first person ever nominated for acting and best song in the same year.

SAG AWARDS 2018

The Oscars take place at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on Sunday, March 4 and will be hosted by late night talk show host Jimmy Kimmel.

‘We love you’- This Is Us could be considered as the biggest winners on the television side as the cast earned the top prize.

William H. Macy was given the first gong of the night in the Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series category.

Nicole Kidman won Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries for her work in Big Little Lies.

Nicole Kidman’s Big Little Lies co-star Alexander Skarsgard was also recognized for his role on the HBO series as he won Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries.

Sterling K. Brown accepted the actor for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series.

Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri won the award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.

Sam Rockwell won Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role for his work in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.

Morgan Freeman received a standing ovation at the SAG Awards in LA on Sunday as he was honored with the Screen Actors Guild’s Lifetime Achievement Award for his body of work.

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Catholic Schools Week In The Diocese Of Kerry

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MASS OF REMEMBRANCE FOR THE DECEASED OF 2017: There will be a special concelebrated Mass on Monday, January 29 at 7pm in the Cathedral in memory of all those who died in our Parish in 2017 (i.e.

January 1 to December 31, 2017 inclusive).

There is no 6.15 pm Mass on that night.

We invite family, relatives, neighbours and friends to join us for this Mass. Parishioners whose loved ones have died, and whose funeral took place outside the parish, may submit their names to the Parish Office before Monday, January 22.

Tomás Kenny, Mairead McElligott and Leaving Cert students from the Presentation Secondary School, Killarney join Bishop Ray Browne in an uplifting liturgy launching Catholic Schools Week.

Catholic Schools Week 2018 will be celebrated from Sunday, January 28 until Saturday, February 3. The theme for the week is ‘Called to be a Family of Families.’ The programme invites Catholic schools to reflect on and to celebrate the relationship that exists between home, school and parish.

To launch Catholic Schools’ week, Bishop Ray Browne joined the management, staff and students of three Post-Primary Schools

throughout the diocese: Pobailscoil Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore; Pobalscoil Chorcha Dhuibhne, Dingle and St. Brigid’s Presentation Secondary School in Killarney. Last Friday, Bishop Ray celebrated with the staff and students of St Brigid’s Presentation Secondary School in Killarney. Here the school hosted two liturgical celebrations, one with leaving certificate students and the second with first years. The school choir sang the hymn ‘Who will Light the Lantern,’ a piece composed by Liam

Lawton in honour of Nano Nagle, the foundress of the Presentation Order.

Many thanks to Denis Kerins (Principal, Rathmore) Pádraig Firtéar (Principal, Dingle) and Roisin Moore (Principal, St. Brigid’s, Killarney) and to the R.E. coordinators and chaplains, Julia Quirke (Chaplain, Rathmore), Anthony Breen (Chaplain, Dingle) and Mairéad McElligott (R.E. Coordinator, St. Brigid’s, Killarney) for their consistent hard work and dedication to Religious Education and faith formation in their schools.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS MEETING: New and existing members are welcome to the meeting on Monday, February 5 in John Paul II Pastoral Centre, Rock Road at 7.30pm.

MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGE: ex Cork. May 31st to June 7th. €719pps, €200 deposit secures place. Phone: Sean at 086 2959380 or medjugorjecork@icloud.com. An interpreter will be accompanying this pilgrimage for members of the deaf community.

ADULT EDUCATION NIGHT CLASSES IN KILLARNEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE: Enrolment for classes now open. Please call school office Monday to Friday 9.30am—4pm. For further details please contact 064 6632008 or email adulted@ killarneycc.ie

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Pa Knightly, Mikey Griffin, Kieran O’Shea, Stephen Healy and Timmy Healy.

(Inset) Brendan O’Mahony, Nickie Kenneally and Billy O’Mahony.

Ruth O’Sullivan and Ben Murphy.

John Nolan, Sheila Nolan, Cathy Nolan and Seán Nolan.

Caroline, Paula, Ann Marie, Noreen and Norma Healy.

Niamh Quinn, Marla O’Sullivan, Aoife O’Shea and Brigitte Whelan out celebrating Lynn Garry’s engagement.

Louise Lyons, Lisa O’Donnell and Eimear Carroll.

Kayla McCarthy, Orla Flynn, Ada Fleming and Connie Lynch.

Elaine Cronin, Ailbhe O’Connor, Michelle Dullea, Mary O’Shea (21 again), Dee Tangney and Aoife Clifford.

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Talented musician Cathal Flaherty playing live.

Karl King & Marisa Hernandez.

Live music on Saturday night.

A juggler plays with fire.

Clodagh O’Rourke, Erica Tynan and Arthur Calder.

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

‘Tradition’ Movie Trailer Released

The official trailer for feature length film ‘Tradition’ has been unveiled with a number of local landmarks – and people – making the final cut.

The film, which was shot entirely in Killarney and its environs, is likely to

be released in April and if the preview is anything to go by, it should make very interesting viewing for the people of Killarney.

‘Tradition’ is the brainchild of local writer/director Damien O’Callaghan,

whose work also includes well-received independent feature The Gift.

This movie revolves around District Court Judge Seamus Moynihan who finds himself presiding over the biggest case his court, and the town of

Killarney, has ever seen.

The film stars Paul Ronan (father of Saoirse), Pascal Scott, James Daly, Laura Reidy, Brendan Grace while popular RTÉ presenter Marty Morrissey also makes a cameo.

Trump Corner

Trump “Looking Forward” To Russia Investigation US President Donald Trump has said that he is “absolutely” prepared to be questioned under oath as part of an investigation into alleged Russian meddling in the 2016 US election.

Trump went as far as to say that he was “looking forward” to it, subject to the advice of his lawyers.

“I am looking forward to it, actually,” Trump said, before presenting a snippet of what his much-anticipated testimony might sound like.

“Here is the story: There has been no collusion whatsoever. There is no obstruction whatsoever,” Trump said.

Investigators are trying to assess if the Trump campaign did in fact work with Moscow to influence the election in his fa-

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vour - a charge rigorously denied by both accused parties. Investigators will also try to determine if Trump has in any way attempted to obstruct the inquiry.

Members of United States intelligence community have already concluded that Vladamir Putin’s Russia tried to sway the 2016 presidential election in favour of Mr Trump.

Worst TB Outbreak In Living Memory

Kerry farmers are currently dealing with a severe outbreak of TB, the likes of which haven’t been seen in decades.

Around 45 herds in South Kerry are currently locked up with tuberculosis and there is no sign of the problem slowing down, according to the Irish Farmers’ Association’s Kerry chairman Pat O’Driscoll.

The outbreak, which has been an issue since 2016, affected 75 herds on the Iveragh Peninsula in 2017 and led to 360 cattle being

removed for slaughter.

More than 150 concerned farmers attended an emergency meeting in Cahersiveen last week. At the meeting, which was organised by the local branch of the IFA, senior vets from the Department of Agriculture gave an overview of the current situation on the peninsula and outlined a plan of action to tackle the outbreak.

Approximately 90% of farms in the region remain unscathed however, a statistic which has led some locals to call for calm.

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Apple CEO: Put Down Your Iphone

Tim Cook has warned Apple fans against the overuse of technology, while also voicing disapproval for social networks, during a recent visit to the UK. Speaking at Harlow College in Essex, the Apple CEO said the firm doesn’t measure success on how often customers are using their devices. He went on to say: “I don’t believe in overuse [of technology]. I’m not a person that says we’ve achieved success if you’re using it all the time.

I don’t subscribe to that at all”.

“There are still concepts that you

90-Year Good Friday Drinking Ban Comes To An End

want to talk about and understand. In a course on literature, do I think you should use technology a lot? Probably not.”

Cook also revealed his opposition to children using social networks, revealing he doesn’t allow his nephew to partake. He continued: “I don’t have a kid, but I have a nephew that I put some boundaries on. There are some things that I won’t allow; I don’t want them on a social network.”

Cook didn’t offer any reasons for the social network ban. Does he know something that we don’t?

Apple Tax Collected Within Months

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said Ireland will start collecting tax from Apple “within months” after the European Commission’s ruling that the multinational tech giant availed of preferential tax treatment from the Irish Government.

However, he said Ireland disputed the case and would be able to “prove” in the European Court of Justice that there was no special deal with Apple.

In 2016 the European Commis-

Good Friday

sion’s competition arm ordered Ireland to claw back €13 billion in what it regarded as unpaid taxes from Apple.

Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Mr Varadkar said: “We will collect it.

What we had to do in order to collect it was set up an escrow account. That’s been established now and we anticipate collecting money in Q2 this year, so we will collect the money, but we are absolutely disputing the case.

Legislation passed in the Dáil yesterday will allow the sale of alcohol on Good Friday for the first time since 1927. It is expected to be signed into law by the President before Easter of 2018.

The Minister of State David Stanton, who introduced the bill, said tourism was a key factor to consider. “Tourism makes a much greater contribution to our economy and this is particularly true during holidays, such as the busy Easter period,” he said.

“In addition changing demographics and increasing diversity in our population have led to a reduction in traditional religious practice. Taking all these factors into consideration the Government con-

sidered that it was an opportune time to have an examination of the Good Friday restrictions.

Fianna Fáil’s Jim O’Callaghan said the provision should now be removed as people often found ways of circumventing the ban regardless.

Although reaction to the new law has been overwhelmingly positive, Independent TD Mattie McGrath was one politician who said he would be opposing the change. The Tipperary native says publicans had told him that Good Friday is the only day when publicans can “take a breather”.

“The tourists won’t run away because they can’t get a drink on Good Friday,” he said.

Mourinho To Stay At Man Utd Until 2020 Portuguese manager José Mourinho has committed his future to Manchester United by signing a contract that will keep him at the club until 2020.

The deal also includes the option of extending the contract for an extra year.

Mourinho led United to Europa League glory in is debut season at the club and his side are currently second in the Premier League behind runaway leaders and bitter rivals Manchester City.

“His work rate and professionalism are ex-

ceptional and he has embraced the club’s desire to promote top quality young players to the first team,” said executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward. “He has brought an energy and a sense of purpose to everything that he does and I am sure that will continue to bring results for the fans and the club.”

Speaking at the press conference, Mourinho confirmed that new signing Alexis Sánchez go straight into the squad for tonight’s FA Cup tie against League 2 minnows Yeovil Town.

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Motor racing legend Sir Stirling Moss has decided to retire from public life following a long illness.

The 88-year-old Moss won 16 Formula One races during a glittering career. He narrowly missed out on the F1 title, finishing as runner-up on four occasions, and is widely regarded as the greatest driver never to win the world championship. Moss only officially retired from motor racing in 2011.

Killarney Chef To Run For Charity If she’s not creating sweet treats and pastries in the kitchen, Killarney pastry chef Cathriona Murphy is on the road clocking up the miles and getting the hard training under her belt as she prepares for this year’s London Marathon – one of the most iconic races in the world. Cathriona, who works at the Dromhall Hotel, is running the mammoth 26.2 mile race this April in aid of the Irish Cancer Society.

To maximise awareness and raise funds for the charity, Cathriona has organised a table quiz. The night of trivia will take place in Shelbourne Rooms at the Dromhall Hotel on Thursday, February 1 at 8pm. Tables of four are €40 and there will be prizes and a raffle on the night. All are welcome. To reserve a table contact Cathriona on 087 7645788 or email cathrionachef@yahoo. com, or simply come along on the night.

THE INSTITUTE of Technology Tralee will offer a wide range of programmes to CAO applicants for entry in September 2018. The programmes, which range up to honours degree level, cover a diverse range of disciplines including Creative Media, Software Development, Business, Nursing, Social Sciences, Health & Leisure, Engineering, Wildlife Biology, Agricultural Science and Pharmaceutical Science.

This year sees the introduction of a new Bachelor of Arts (Honours) programme in Event Management. This 3 year honours degree is the only one of its kind in Ireland and has been designed in collaboration with national and international experts from the event management industry.

On announcing the programme details, Head of the Department of Hotel, Culinary Arts and Tourism Mr Ray O’Connor Desmond said: “The meetings, incentive, conference and exhibitions industry is growing rapidly worldwide and Ireland is becoming a key destination for hosting large scale international conferences and conventions.

With continued growth predicted

by Fáilte Ireland, these events will require highly skilled graduates to plan and manage the successful events of the future.

This degree programme aims to provide graduates with a comprehensive knowledge of event organisation, management and evaluation, making them highly em-

ployable across the sector both in Ireland and abroad.”

There’s good news for programmers and gaming enthusiasts as well. The Institute is also offering a new common entry degree in Computing with award options in Games Development, Digital Media or Software Development. This course is ideal for anyone interested in a career in

programming but who would like to gain more experience before choosing their area of specialism. All IT Tralee honours degree programmes offered through the CAO incorporate a work placement which allow students to experience authentic work scenarios in Ireland or abroad.

This experience results in highly work-ready graduates. The Institute ensures that students are at the core of all activities with a dedicated team of student support services, while the town of Tralee offers high

quality recreation and leisure facilities in addition to reasonably priced, quality accommodation options.

Dr Oliver Murphy, President IT Tralee stated: “Never before has there been such a need for well-educated, socially-aware graduates to support our growing economy.

IT Tralee provides both the environment and the experienced, student-focused academic and support staff for students to realise their full potential.” The Institute of Technology Tralee has been to the forefront of developments in the third level sector since its establishment in 1977 and 2018 will see part of the Institute’s ambitious capital development plans come to fruition with the completion of a €16.5m sports academy. Under the recent PPP announcement by the Department of Education and Skills, the IT Tralee will also benefit from the construction of a €30m Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) building in the North Campus which is expected to be operational in 2021.

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For further information about any of IT Tralee’s wide range of full-time and part-time programmes visit ittralee.ie and download the current prospectus or contact the Admissions Office on 066 7145638. Those interested in applying for programmes at IT Tralee should do so via the CAO before 5.15pm Thursday, February 1.

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Last Minute Tips For Filling Out Your CAO Form ALTHOUGH the early bird deadline of January 20 has passed for the online CAO application process, there is still plenty of time for students to register for college entry in 2018.

The normal closing date for applications is February 1 at 5.15pm. Students who have registered before January 20 have until January 31 to add in or make changes to their course choices.

This is a very busy time for students as they prepare for pre-exams so the pressure of trying to decide on courses can bring added stress. It is important

to remember that the ‘change of mind’ facility will open on May 5 until July 1, which will allow students to amend their choices. But this is not the case for all courses.

Students applying for “restricted courses” must list such courses before the February 1 deadline as these courses involve early assessments such as portfolios, interviews, auditions and aptitude tests which usually take place from February to April. In many cases the marks allocated in such assessments are added to the applicant’s CAO points score in August during the offer of places.

Students who wish to apply for medicine will need to apply for the HPAT by February 1 (late registration) as the test takes place nationwide on February 24. Mature students who are applying for nursing must include this on the CAO form

by February 1 and must also complete a separate assessment test, which is carried out by the Public Appointments Service, between February 2 and 22.

It is important to check all

Words: Niamh Dwyer relevant deadlines on www.cao.ie to ensure that all applications are made on time.

Niamh Dwyer is a guidance counsellor in Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore and is PRO of the Kerry Branch of Guidance Counsellors. She can be contacted on careerfocusnow@gmail.com

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26.01.18 Netflix - How To Get Away With Murder

The Academic - Tales From The Backseat Established in 2013, the Mullingar four-piece have been making waves on Ireland’s indie scene for several years.

The band have finally dropped their debut album, ‘Tales From The Backseat’.

From the first few seconds of the

opening track Permanent Vacation, it is clear what’s in store, as you’re dragged head-first into The Academic’s driving, pop-punk sound. It’s a whirlwind of upbeat, hook-driven tunes that evoke the youthful energy of early work by The Strokes and The Kooks.

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For the last week, we here in the Killarney Advertiser office have been absolutely hooked on binge watching the extremely popular murder who done it series How To Get Away With Murder!

The critically acclaimed series was created by Peter Nowalk, and produced

by Shonda Rhimes, well known for creating Grey’s Anatomy and stars Oscar winning actress Viola Davis as Annalise Keating, a law professor at a prestigious Philadelphia university who, with five of her students, becomes entwined in a murder plot. As the series progresses it introduces occasional clients for Keating, as well as exploring two related murders through both flashback and flashforward sequences. At the moment, the first 3 seasons are available to watch on Netflix but just a word of warning, if you start watching you might not be able to stop until you finish all 3 seasons.

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Jan 26th, 21:00 Celebrities gather at The O2, London, for a ceremony honouring the best offerings to grace TVs over the past year. Shows such as Doctor Foster, Liar, Call the Midwife and Casualty compete for honours. Tom Hardy, David Tennant, Sheridan Smith, Jenna Coleman and Suranne Jones are also in with a chance of taking home NTAs, and 2018 sees the launch of the Bruce Forsyth Entertainment Award. Hosted by Dermot O’Leary.

NEW TRENDS FOR 2018

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elcome to a new year of Home and Living. It feels like Christmas was so long ago! Heading into February, all our New Year’s resolutions long-forgotten, it’s time to take a fresh look at our homes and see how we can make them work better for us in 2018.

We’ve looked at all the trend predictions for this year and splashes of colour are coming back with a bang, greenery is still in our lives (but with a twist) as is Pantone’s colour of the year, Ultra Violet (what a shocker - or is it?). We show you how to incorporate it into your home.

Kadri Bormeister shares the colour you should paint your walls this year and her predicors for 2018 in Interior trends.

Do you have a project planned for your home in 2018?

Being at home over Christmas my list has tripled - unfortunately my bank balance hasn’t! So I’m starting small: a cushion from Scatter Box which I’ve had my eye on (available from Corcoran’s) and a print from April.

The bear on it says, “I don’t know what I want but I want it so bad”. It says it all really.

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Pantone Colour of the year

Pantone’s 2017 wild Colour of the Year, Greenery, was a bit of a shock to the system and this year they have surprised us all again with another provocative hue, Pantone 183838 Ultra Violet.

Laurie Pressman, Vice President of the Pantone Colour Institute, said: “The Pantone Colour of the Year has come to mean so much more than ‘what’s trending’ in the world of design’; it’s truly a reflection of what’s needed in our world today”.

Pressman used words like inventiveness, imagination and creative inspiration when describing this colour and we can certainly agree that all of the above will be required to work such a regal tone into our lives.

Skeptical about how to utilize this controversial colour in your home? Check out the creative ways these designers have used Ultra Violet as an accent, paint color and more.

We advise baby steps - maybe a cushion throw or some purple tulips - but we are loving the idea of a purple sofa, bringing into play another trend for 2018 “pops of colour to deneautralise all that grey”.

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TOP INTERIOR TRENDS FOR 2018 I tend to ignore trends, which means sometimes I'm 'in' and sometimes I'm 'out. To me, trends are just an opportunity for people to see what's new out there in the world, maybe colours or shapes you hadn’t thought about, but, at the end of the day, what looks best in your home and what feels best to your soul is what counts.

So listen to the trends and use the one you think will improve your home.

Curved Furniture The tide is slowly starting to turn from rectangular sharp lines to an influx of softer edge, shapely or circular, swiveling chairs, round cushions, and sloped mirrors.

Arches in general are also appearing in both décor as well as architecture, like an opening to a room or an arched wall niche.

The look is glamorous and a little unexpected. No doubt about it, we're embracing the curves. And we're totally on board.

Pic: Astoria sofa Fama available from Moriarty’s Furniture, Killorglin and Killarney Furniture and Carpets.

Dark Kitchens There has been a huge swing toward darker kitchens, black, dark gray, and navy, and natural woods are coming back strongly - more natural, lighter woods than the heavily stained ones from our past.

Greenery Greenery is the Pantone colour of 2017 and it’s staying in our lives in the form of plants. Plants are an awesome way to decorate your space by adding pretty color, and fun planters with the added bonus of being good for your health.

Black and White Black and white patterns, prints, as well as home decor accessories were spotted in Paris, Madrid, and Lisbon, creating a fresh and updated vibe for interiors. An awesome way to create newness in your home is by adding graphic decorative pillows ceramics for your table and or a crisp new set of sheets that inspire a bold bedding vibe.

Tonal Reds Red is energising. It excites the emotions and motivates us to take action. So why not update your interiors with a little warm and positive vibe? Tonal red doesn't mean just one tone. Try adding tonalities of tangerine and coral to your red revival to soften the look, or just be bold and use red on its own.

Teal Not a fan of black and white? Try adding teal to the mix for a new fashion flair. Teal is a rising colour trend and sure to be seen in all the best interiors for 2018. Be sure to use several shades of teal for depth.

Millennial Pink Millennial Pink is not going anywhere in 2018. It's all over Paris in some creative and updated ways.

Want to make the trendy hue feel fresh for 2018?

The newest way to decorate with Millennial Pink is by mixing it with berry. Add some fake fur or some awesome fringe for unique detailing.

Sage Sage is slated to be the new neutral replacing the likes of pure white, beige and stone. When paired with woods and soft whites, this muted green colour with grey undertones will warm up any space while still keeping a quite neutral backdrop.

But remember trends come and go, pick and choose from trends. What matters first and foremost is what you want, need, love, feel good with and feel attached to. Work with that first, and then the actual space is second. Listen to your house, it will tell you what it needs to feel good.

Home & Living - January 26, 2018

Notebook Our top picks from some of the trends for 2018, velvet is still a strong theme cushions, throws, pouffes, and sofas, mix in the red pink and purple tones some metallic accents and a few curves and your right on trend!

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Interior colour trends for 2018 The year 2018 welcomes glamour, luxury and warmth.

Metallics This trend is reflected in interiors by the use of metallic decorative elements.

Mix rose gold with any other metals, brass, gold, silver or copper.

These shiny surfaces are making a comeback. Introduce metallics in to your home with glitzy furniture, mirrors or simpy by kitchen utensils.

Mauve - Heather Mauve is a must-have colour to be used in your interior scheme.

Whether it is an occasional chair, curtain fabric or a bedroom wall paint.

Mauve (muted purple, think of heather, plum, lavender) can look quite sophisticated when combined with navy. Think of mauve colour walls in a sitting room themed with a deep blue velvet sofa. Sounds very chic, doesn't it? For a softer and more feminine look pair mauve with grey.

Blue-grey and Green-grey The grey interiors are gone, the new on-trend grey is with an undertone of either green or blue.

Think of a mud green, sage and olive green type of colours. The blue-grey can be seen during rainy days. They are uber-elegant colours to be used on walls, bedlinen or as curtain fabric colour.

Yellow Be it a bright sunshine yellow, mustard or citrus yellow,it is a happy, vibrant and joyful colour.

It is the happiest of colours. It is the perfect accent colour for cushions, rugs and lampshades.

Yellow, mustard or lemon colours work well with blue and greengrey. Yellow is one of the key fashion and interior colours for spring 2018.

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Emerald Green It is lively, radiant and luxurious. It has been the colour of beauty and growth in many cultures and religions. Green enhances our sense of well-being, balance and harmony. It is an ideal accent colour to spice up a tired looking scheme.

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Grace And John Hit All The Right Notes The marriage of our very own columnist Grace Foley to her husband John O’Sullivan took place on December 9, 2017 in Fossa Church followed by reception at the Killarney Oaks Hotel.

Grace is a singer and singing teacher originally from Fossa and John, an employee at Liebherr Killarney, is a North Kerry man who hails from Ballyheigue. Grace is an only child and is daughter to Kevin and Mary Foley. John’s parents are Helen and Nelius O’Sullivan and he has one sister, Sharon O’Sullivan.

The wedding party on the day included Colleen Sparling O’Riordan, Jayme Linehan, Sharon O’Sullivan, Aoife Carolan, Nicholas Lucid, Declan Lowe, Kieran Lucid and Kieran O Sullivan. Their priest was Father Niall Howard from the Killarney Parish where Grace sings regularly in the Church of the Resurrection.

Entertainment was high on the agenda for the couple. Their band Arklight were a huge hit as were the dancers from the Hegarty Irish Dance Academy, their wedding singer Catherine Teahan, The Killarney Golf Club Choir and the Linehan Family.

The couple met seven years ago on a night out in Killarney and now reside in their home on Ross Road, Killarney with their dog, cat and two lovebirds!

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Grace Notes Words: Grace Foley

Killarney singer and singing teacher Grace Foley says...

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YOUR feet take a beating every day. If they start to hurt, you need to take that foot pain and any other problems seriously.

Healthy feet are vital for mobility.

In their lifetime, the average person walks approximately 100,000 miles. But all too often we do not place the same emphasis on looking after our feet as we do on other parts of our body. Keeping your feet healthy should be part of your daily routine.

As we age, we naturally develop more problems with our feet due to normal daily wear and tear of joints but also because the skin starts to become thin, loses its elasticity as well as becoming dry and much more fragile. Ageing can also mean that we develop other conditions, such as diabetes and arthritis, which in some cases can affect the foot and may require treatment.

Healing can also take longer.

Keeping active and on the move helps to keep feet healthy. It tones up muscles, helps to strengthen

Killarn

Time For Change

In With The Old & Make It As Good As New

Two phrases have been going around in my head these last few days: ‘Out with the old and in with the new’ and ‘Reduce, re-use, recycle’.

January is a great month to make plans for the coming year. Our minds have so many ideas and aspirations flying around in them but, I wonder, what happens to the ideas that end up in the recycling bin?

Like a lot of the most precious and beautiful things in life, some sparks of genius can get thrown out with the rubbish. My mother is a great believer in keeping pretty little things because “they’ll be very handy one day”. I usually laugh at her for doing this and think it’s pointless but, so often when I’ve needed something really specific, my mother comes up with the goods in seconds! So maybe we shouldn’t forget last year’s castaway ideas?

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General foot care, nail reduction and reflexology treatments are essential for the circulation and mobility of the feet. Reflexology may be covered by major health insurDONNACHA ance company’s such as VHI, CROWLEY Aviva 107, WOODLAWN PARK, KILLARNEY. and more. Keeping toenails cut and DEADLINE FOR SUDUKO ENTRIES IS TUESDAY AT 5.30PM. under control is key as nails that becomePlease too long ADDRESS and TELEPHONE NAME,against yourpress enter can answers to the SUDOKO send your and shoe the endbelow of the andsudoku the conADVERTISER by the following COMPETITION, stant pressure canKILLARNEY cause soreness, 5.30pm and you will be entered into a TUESDAY infection and ATulceration.

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We also offer corn removals and address: callus reductions.

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Put the bulgur wheat in a large bowl and just cover with boiling water. Cover the bowl with cling film and leave for 30 minutes to absorb all the water.

Meanwhile, separate the sticks of celery and set the leaves aside. Very finely slice the celery and roughly chop the leaves.

Cut the apple into fine matchsticks and toss in a little lemon juice. In a bowl, mix the remaining lemon juice with the oil and some seasoning to make a dressing.

Gently fluff up the bulgur with a fork.

Mix the sliced celery and apple through the bulgur, followed by the nuts, chilli, pomegranate seeds and herbs. Drizzle over the dressing and toss everything together gently. Scatter with the celery leaves and serve.

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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 1800-633333 or by email krcc@eircom.net KILLARNEY AL ANON The Killarney Al Anon meetings are held Tuesday nights at 8.30pm in St Claire’s, Vincent De Paul Building, Tesco Car Park, Beech Road, Killarney.

Contact 086-8616001.

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Samaritans 1850609090 or freephone 116123; Pieta House, free counselling, 066-7163660 www.pieta.ie; South West Counselling Centre, Killarney, free suicide prevention and bereavement counselling, 064-6636416/6636100; Living Links, Kerry, 087-9006300; HSE South: Suicide Prevention Helpline 1800 742 745, Farm & Rural Stress Helpline 1800742645.

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Words: Debby Looney

Garden Magic

Conifers:

The Backbone Of Your Garden Plants are like clothes: they come into fashion, they fade into obscurity, and then they come back with a makeover!

However, one plant, or rather, a whole family, seems to have been forgotten about by many gardeners, which is a shame. What is that family, you might ask? Conifers. The entire world of conifers is there to be treasured, valued and planted, yet I see few people buying them! In my opinion conifers form the backbone of a garden. I could not do without them. They fill spaces, give consistent colour, be it as a background to flowering plants in the summer, or feature plants in the winter, and, very importantly, they are excellent for use in flower arrangements! Conifers come in every size, shape, colour and texture imaginable, and can be used in any part of the garden, be it a border, rockery or arboretum.

So, in this vast landscape of conifers, which to choose? Go for the unusual!

To many people the word conifer is synonymous with Leylandii – the hedging palm as it is often referred to.

Forget about them, unless you need a fast growing hedge! Let us start with trees, and work down to miniature shrubs.

Metasequoia is one of my favourite trees. Better known as the Dawn Redwood, it is native to China and was reported as an extinct species in 1940. Luckily small clusters of living trees were subsequently found and cultivated. It is a fast-growing tree initially but slows down when it reaches about 10m. I have a cluster of them. After 10 years they have grown to about 7 meters in what I

can only call adverse conditions! They have feathery bright green foliage, which they lose in the winter, and a scaly orange bark.

Abies koreana is a small tree, an excellent choice as a specimen. They have dark green foliage and violet coloured cones. Abies koreana keeps a perfectly conical shape and is quite slow-growing.

Pine trees are hardy trees which provide fantastic shelter and generally do not mind waterlogged soil. Pinus nigra, the European black pine, is an easy to grow, reliable tree. It is dome shaped and a deep green, with midsized cones.

For anyone who is looking for a midsized shrub, I would recommend Pinus mugo or pumila, both dwarf pine trees. They are hardy, and do not grow tall - ever! They bear small cones and can be cut back without it affecting their shape.

Picea glauca ‘Daisy white’ is a small cone-shaped ornamental shrub whose new shoots in the spring are a bright pale green, almost white. It is traditionally used in pots or as a small focal point. Picea glauca ‘Sander’s Blue’ is a new favourite of mine. It has slate blue needles and does best in a sunny spot. The colour really is stunning.

I have only touched on the different conifers out there but I hope I have inspired you to give one a spot in your garden!

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Contact Debby Looney on barnhillgarden@gmail.com

and consistently put his Fiesta in places it had no right to be. A win in Portugal was the second and final win of the year, and yet Ogier romped away with his fifth title.

Ogier’s ability to play the numbers game like nobody else, knowing when to push and when to hold back with his Fiesta playing to his tune. It was the most consistent, reliable car in the field. The Hyundai proved to be fragile, Toyota was still in development and Citroen was undriveable. 12 months on M-Sport has increased Ford backing so its underdog status is no longer as valid. Ogier has also had his first proper winter testing so the Monte will not be the unknown like last year. Citroen has a point to prove and Meeke and Nagle have the speed, Hyundai will be more robust, and Toyota have the talented Tanak. Qgier won’t have it his own way. It is the makings of another exciting season.

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12 months ago, Ogier silenced his doubters by winning his fifth consecutive championship with privateers M-Sport.

Joining M-Sport he had nowhere to hide putting his Fiesta in a ditch early on Friday, but he bounced back in true Ogier-style.

His main rival Neuville crashing out of the rally lead and typically it was Ogier who was best-placed to pounce, scooping up a maiden win on his M-Sport debut. Monte was a perfect microcosm of Ogier’s 2017 season. He wasn’t the quickest, topping only three of Monte’s 15 stages. Ogier stole Neuville’s win in the season opener

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2015/1 TOYOTA COROLLA

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Senna’s Monaco Winning F1 Car Up For Grabs Ayrton Senna’s Monaco Grand Prix-winning Formula One car will be sold at auction at the Bonhams Monaco sale this year, 25 years after he drove it to victory at the legendary circuit. The car, a 1993

McLaren-Ford MP4/8, chassis 6, is expected to fetch approximately €5m when it goes under the hammer on May 11. It will also be on view at Le Grand Palais, Paris, in February.

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Sainz Jr On The Monte Renault’s Carlos Sainz Jr, whose father is a double World Rally champion, will venture into rallying when he runs the VIP course car that checks the layout before the final stage of the Monte Carlo rally.

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Appointments

26.01.18

The Europe Hotel & Resort are seeking new staff members for the 2018 Season.

Join our award winning team.

We are currently recruiting for the following roles:

Assistant Restaurant Manager Accommodation Assistants Accommodation Supervisor Linen Porter Senior Bar Staff ESPA at The Europe - Spa Attendants ESPA at The Europe - Spa Level Supervisor Apply Online:

www.theeurope.com Email:

jobs@killarneyhotels.ie

FOLEY’S RESTAURANT & TOWNHOUSE 23 HIGH STREET, KILLARNEY

Require the following staff

• KITCHEN PORTER • COMMIS CHEF • EXPERIENCED CHEF

MINIMUM OF 2 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN A 4 STAR ESTABLISHMENT

• NIGHT PORTER • EXPERIENCED HOUSE KEEPER • WAITING & BAR STAFF Apply with C.V. to Foley’s Restaurant or ring 064-6631217

The Lake Hotel is now recruiting a

CHEF DE PARTIE FOR OUR TWO AA ROSETTE CASTLELOUGH RESTAURANT AND OUR LAKESIDE BISTRO

Applicants must have similar experience in four/five star hotels and have strong knowledge of fine dining cuisine and food presentation skills. If you are creative and dedicate to providing diners with a unique food experience then this may be the job for you.

Applications in writing can be sent to: The HR Department, Lake Hotel, Muckross Road, Killarney or e-mail: HR@lakehotel.com

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Appointments

26.01.18

TAX MANAGER As we are embarking on the 2018 season we have the following full and part time positions available:

· SPA THERAPISTS · FOOD AND BEVERAGE STAFF · NIGHT PORTER · ACCOMMODATION ASSISTANTS We are looking for people who are passionate about Customer Care, if this is you and you would like to join our team please contact us with your CV:

Email: jobs@odrhotels.com Tel: 064 66 21065

Providing high quality tax consultancy advice across all tax heads is a key priority to support the needs of our varied client base.

FDC are currently seeking a Tax Manager to service our Tralee and Kanturk offices.

REQUIREMENTS: • Chartered Tax Adviser and/ or Qualified Solicitor with three years’ experience

• Strong technical knowledge with a focus on Capital Taxes • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate technical content in plain English • Ability to self-start and work to deadlines • Strong project management and organisational skills

Apply CVs to taxtralee@fdc.ie

DILLANE’S GARAGE We have the following vacancies:

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR -

FULL TIME/PART TIME

DUTIES: • Receptionist Duties • Accounts Payable & Receivable • Weekly Payroll • Bi Monthly Vat

MECHANIC Experience in servicing, diagnostics and general workshop duties Please forward CV and cover letter to dillanesgarage1@eircom.net CLOSING DATE: 3rd February 2018

Due to continued expansion at

DINEEN O’DONOGHUE MOTORS we require the following:

• QUALIFIED / PART QUALIFIED MECHANICS • SERVICE/ PARTS ADMINISTRATORS • MOTOR TRADE SALES PERSONNEL Please apply in strictest confidence to: DINEEN O’DONOGHUE MOTORS, Cork Road, Killarney Email: info@seatkillarney.com

ACCOUNTS TECHNICIAN REQUIRED FOR BUSY OFFICE IN NORTH KERRY • Support the preparation of quarterly and monthly Management Accounts in accordance with tight deadlines.

• Responsible for period end routines and journal entries • Submission and reconciliation of claims • Other Ad Hoc duties on request • Previous experience an advantage

Please forward CV to

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Appointments

26.01.18

CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENT

Just awarded No.1 Hotel in Ireland by

PART-TIME/SEASONAL STAFF 20-30 HOURS OVER A 7 DAY PERIOD FROM MAR TO OCT inc.

THE IDEAL CANTIDATE SHOULD BE:

• Flexible • Good communicator • Computer literate • A team player

Please forward you’re CV with cover letter a nd photo to

The Personnal Manager Kerry Airport Farranfore, Killarney, Co. Kerry Closing date is wed 7th feb at 12noon

WANTED:

ACCOMMODATION ASSISTANT

We are looking for new team members to join our family run award winning 5 star hotel in the following positions: Accommodation Assistant Fulltime and Part-time | Evening Hours available

Health and Fitness Club Attendant Food and Beverage Personnel Fulltime and Part-time

Chef de Partie & Demi Chef Commis Chef

For busy B&B in Killarney area

Receptionist

Apply with CV to PO BOX 3641

Night Supervisor

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Killarney Advertiser Unit 1C, Park Place, High Street Killarney, Co Kerry

NEW EXCITING RESTAURANT OPENING SOON

WANTED EXPERIENCED HEAD CHEF & CHEFS OF ALL GRADES Apply with CV via email to murphybrownes@gmail.com

ACCOUNTS TECHNICIAN WANTED For Busy Killarney Company • Experience Essential

Dealing with all aspects of company accounts, debtors, creditors, invoicing, wages, VAT returns, bank reconciliations, preparing end of year accounts for accountant, reporting, management accounts etc

Please apply to box number 3639 by 31st January 2018

Applications in writing to:

The Personnel Manager Killarney Park Hotel, Town Centre, Killarney, Co Kerry Or stop by the hotel to fill out an application form before 9th February 2018

www.killarneyparkhotel.ie The Killarney Park Hotel is an equal opportunities employer

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COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHIARRAÍ KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL BÓITHRE A nDÚNADH GO SEALADACH TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ALT 75 d’ACHT NA mBÓITHRE 1993 SECTION 75 OF ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993, and the Temporary Closing of Roads Regulations 1994, Kerry County Council has decided to close to public traffic the following road: Road Closed: N71 between Molls Gap and Torc Waterfall Car Park Road Closing Times: from 9.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m., Monday to Friday, between the dates of Monday, 5 February 2018 to Friday, 2 March 2018 The purpose of this road closure is to facilitate Pavement Improvement Works on the N71 at Gortracussane, Muckross, Killarney.

There will no access for pedestrians and cyclists during these works. Diversions will be in place on the N22 and the R569 via Kilgarvan

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17TH ANNIVERSARY

5TH ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

7TH ANNIVERSARY

CONNOLLY

FALVEY

KELLIHER

MACSWEENEY

In loving memory of Catherina Connolly, nee O’Meara, late of Ballybrack, Firies, Killarney who died on the 27th of January 2001.

In loving memory of Tony Falvey, Batterfield, Firies, who died on 28th January 2013.

In loving memory of Sheila (Mac) Kelliher, Clash, Killarney who died on the 31st of January, 2016.

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

Lonely is the home without you, Life to us is not the same; All the world would be like heaven, If we could have you back again.

Cherished & loving memory of Dan MacSweeney late of Ballaugh Cross, Killarney & formerly of Toremore, Kilcummin who died on the 26th January 2011.

God saw you getting tired And a cure was not to be So he put his arms around you And whispered “Come To Me” With tearful eyes we watched you As you passed away Although we loved you dearly We could not make you stay A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving wife Helen, sons Oliver, Patrick & Sean, daughters Veronica & Helena, daughter in law Margaret, son in law Steve and grandchildren.

Sadly missed by your cousin Anita, Christy and Catherina.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 27th of January at 7.30pm in Firies Church.

27TH ANNIVERSARY 11TH ANNIVERSARY

DOYLE

KIDNEY

In loving memory of Charlie Kidney, late of 2 Muckross Grove, Killarney, who passed away on 25th January 2007.

At last his gallant soul took flight Into the land where there is not night But his name carved in our hearts to stay As we think of the things he used to say So he did not die he is only gone Into a brighter more beautiful dawn For men like him were not born to die But like the sun that shines in the sky They warm the earth And the hearts of men And in happy remembrance They live again So while he sleeps and his voice is still His spirit goes on and it always will.

In loving memory from Anna, Charles, Jackie, Fay & Mark. xxxx Anniversary Mass is on Saturday 27th January at 6.15pm in St.Mary’s Cathedral.

29TH ANNIVERSARY CULLOTY

A light from our household gone, A voice we loved is still, A place is vacant in our home, That never can be filled.

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

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

Special memories hold you near As time rolls back another year So much to share so much to say We carry you in our hearts each day No matter what, no matter where You are always there Unseen, unheard you are always near Still loved, still missed, still very dear Your beautiful smile Your special ways Are remembered with love Everyday Elaine.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered always by Mam, Dad. Sisters, Gillian, Orla and Miriam.

Brother Padraig, Brothers-in-law Barth and Kieran.

Sister-in-law Christina.

Nieces and nephews.

Anniversary Mass on Tuesday 30th January at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

18TH ANNIVERSARY LOUGHNANE

Sadly missed and always remembered by his daughters Mary, Eileen, Betty, Sons Donie, Tomás, Frank, Eddie, sons-in-law, daughters in-law, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and cherished memories of his late wife Hannah Marie.

Anniversary mass on Monday 5th Feb 2018 at 6.15pm St. Mary’s Cathedral.

15TH ANNIVERSARY MURPHY

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

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

In loving memory of our beautiful daughter and sister Elaine Doyle, Upper Lissivigeen, Killarney who died on the 31st of January, 1991.

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.

Sadly missed and never forgotten by Tomas, Stephen and Ryan.

Anniversary mass for Sheila will be on the 31st January 9.30am in the Church of the Resurrection.

15TH ANNIVERSARY

In loving memory of Maura Murphy late of 40 Dromhall Park, Woodlawn, Killarney who died on 21st January, 2003.

Each of us in our own way Have special thoughts of you today.

Always remembered by your loving sons, Johnny, Don, Eamonn, Mike & Brendan, your daughter Angela, your daughtersin-law, son-in-law and grandchildren.

3RD & 16TH ANNIVERSARIES

CREHAN

MURHILL

In loving memory of Dr Katherine (Vourneen) Crehan late of 65 Park Drive, Park Road and formally of 60 High Street, Killarney who passed away on 30th January 2003 aged 49 years.

In loving memory of Breda Murhill, Gortahoonig Muckross and Abbeycourt Tralee Co. Kerry who died on 2nd February 2015 and her mother Margaret Murhill, late of Gortahoonig, Muckross, Killarney who died on 25th January 2002.

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 loved, never forgotten, Sadly missed by Husband Jim, daughters Christine and Coilin, son John, son-in-law Seán and grandchildren Cian, Clodagh and John.

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

Loved and remembered everyday from all your family with all our love.

Anniversary Mass Saturday 27th of January 6.15pm St. Mary’s Cathedral.

NOVENA TO ST. ANTHONY In loving memory of Breeda Culloty, late of Maulykevane, Headford Killarney who died on 1st February 1989. R.I.P.

Treasured memories of a dear husband and father John Loughnane, late of 34 Ardshanavooly Estate, Killarney who died on 29th January 2000. R.I.P.

Your memory is precious And never grows old Locked in our hearts In letter of gold

Let the winds of love blow softly, And whisper for you to hear, We love and miss you sadly, As it dawns another year.

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

Sadly missed by your loving wife Sheila, son Stephen, daughters Karen and Christina. Peter, Danny, Amelie and grandchildren.

Always remembered by your loving sisters and their families.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 27th January at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

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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. A.D

O Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for his creatures made you worthy when on earth to possess miraculous powers. Miracles awaited on your word which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought I implore you to obtain for me my request (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even though you are the Saint of Miracles, O gentle and loving St. Anthony whose heart was ever full of human sympathy. Whisper my petition into the ear of the sweet infant Jesus who loved to be held in your arms and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours.

Promise publication. M.C

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26.01.18 19TH ANNIVERSARY MORIARTY

ACKNOWLEDGMENT & FIRST ANNIVERSARY

1ST ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Hannah Moriarty nee Griffin, of Upper Tullig & and late of Fossa, who died on the 23rd of January 1999.

Deep are the memories, Precious they stay, No passing of time, Can take them away, They bring a smile, Sometimes a tear, But always a wish, That you were still here.

Lovingly remembered by your loving family. xx

12TH ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR

In loving memory of Kayleigh O’Connor, Inchicullane Kilcummin who passed away on 2nd February 2006.

“I’ll lend you for a little while, a child of mine”, God said.

“For you to love her while she lives, And mourn for when she’s dead”.

“It may be six or seven years, Or twenty two or three”, “But will you, till I call her back, Take care of her for me” “She’ll bring her charms to gladden you, and should her stay be brief You’ll always have her memories as a solace for your grief”.

“I cannot promise she will stay since all from earth return”, “But there are lessons taught below I want this child to learn.”

“I’ve looked this whole world over in search of teachers true”, “And from the folks that crowd life’s land I have chosen you”.

“Now will you give her all your love nor think the labour vain.”

“Nor hate me when I come to take this lent child back again.”

“I fancied that I heard them say” “Dead Lord, Thy will be done.”

“For all the joy Thy child will bring The risk of grief we’ll run”.

“We’ll shelter her with tenderness We’ll love her while we may.”

“And for the happiness we’ve known Forever grateful stay” “But should the Angels call her Much sooner than we planned” ”The bitter grief we’ll brave And try to understand”.

Missed and loved everyday Dad, Mum, Ailbhé & Cillian. xoxo Anniversary Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Kilcummin at 7.30pm on the 2nd of February.

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

In loving memory of Donal (Donie) O’Sullivan late of Droumadeesirt Kilcummin Killarney who died on the 29th of January 2017.

As we lovingly remember Donie on his First anniversary his wife Noreen daughter Helen his brother Pat sisters Breda, Joan, Mary, , cousin Dan, nieces and nephews brothers-in law, sisters-in law and extended family wish to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to everyone who helped and supported us through Donie’s Illness.

A special thank you to our friends and neighbours for their support and kindness.

Thank you to all who called to our home attended the rosary, removal, mass and burial. To all those who travelled from far and near to be with us thank-you.

To all who sent Mass cards, perpetual enrolments, messages of sympathy and all who gave contributions to Leukaemia research.

In loving memory of Donal (Donie) O’Sullivan late of Droumadeesirt, Kilcummin, Killarney who died on the 29th of January 2017.

A light from our household is gone, A voice we loved is still, A place is vacant in our home, That never can be filled.

Lonely is the home without you, Life to us is not the same, The entire world would be like Heaven, If we could have you back again.

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

Thanks to all who travelled long distances and to all who attended the house, removal, funeral mass and burial ceremony in Aghadoe.

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

May the Lord of love and mercy, Care for Donie who is gone, And bless with consolation, Those left to carry on.

Thanks to O’Shea’s funeral directors Tim Mike Mary and Gerard for their support and guidance to us through the funeral arrangements in such a professional and dignified manner.

Sadly missed and deeply loved by your daughter Helen.

Love says little But means so much Love is a feeling, a look, a touch, Love is a gift and I give it to you, From a daughter whose heart is broken in two.

2ND ANNIVERSARY KELLIHER

To Marion and all her staff at the Village Inn for their hospitality and kind hearted service.

In loving memory of Sheila Kelliher (McGillicuddy), Clash, Lissivigeen, Killarney who died on the 31st January 2016.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude.

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.

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

Very sadly missed by Ann, Sean and family xxx.

9TH ANNIVERSARY

Special thanks to Dr. Anita O Sullivan and her staff in Castleisland. Thanks to Dr. Con Murphy and his team in The Bons Secours Hospital in Cork. Thanks to management and staff at The Park Road Pharmacy in Killarney. Sincere thanks to the palliative care nurses and assistants who cared for Joan so well in her home. Thanks to the doctors and nurses in Marymount Hospice in Cork who made Joan so comfortable during her brief stay.

Thanks to Fr. Pat O’Donnell and Fr. Kieran O’Brien for the rosary, mass and burial ceremony and also to the choir for their beautiful hymns. Thanks to Mike O Shea and staff for your kindness and professionalism in arranging Joan’s funeral.

Thanks to the management and staff of The Torc Hotel for your support and wonderful meal after the funeral.

Our sincere gratitude to our kind neighbours and friends who supported us in many ways during this difficult time.

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

To all who brought food and refreshments to our home we thank-you.

First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Kilcummin on Sunday the 28th of January at 11.15am.

In loving memory of Joan Sheehan (Nee O’Riordan),Minish,Killarney, Who died on the 26th January 2017.

On this the first anniversary of Joan’s passing,her husband John,mother Bina, brothers Niall and Tadhgie and her extended family wish to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to everyone who helped,supported and journeyed with us throughout Joan’s illness.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your wife Noreen.

We would like to thank all those who formed the guard of honour to accompany Donie on his final journey through the streets of Killarney to his beloved Kilcummin.

1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SHEEHAN

Our sincere thanks to the late Fr. John Lucid, Canon Tom Looney, Fr.Gerard O’Leary and Fr. Ger Godley who concelebrated Donie’s requiem mass.

Thank you to sacristan Siobhan Mc Sweeney to the singer those who did the readings and prayers of the faithful and brought symbols of Donie’s life to the altar.

A special thank you to Dan Ahearn and all his staff in Ahearn’s pharmacy Farranfore.

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8TH & 23RD ANNIVERSARY

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

“Joan, your wings were ready, But our hearts were not.” xx Gone from us your smiling face, That we only knew too well, Your heart of perfect gold, Joan, our beautiful angel.

Joan’s anniversary mass will be celebrated in St. Marys Cathedral on Monday January 29th at 7pm

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’SHEA

O’CALLAGHAN

LYNCH

In loving memory of Tim Lynch, Husband, Dad and Granddad, late of O’Kelly’s Villas Killarney who passed away on the 27th of January 2009.

There is a beautiful road called Remembrance Where loved ones meet.

We’ll take that Road in thought today To the one someday we’ll meet.

Always missed and loved by Wife Catherine and family.

In loving memory of Seán & Carmel O’Callaghan, late of Marian Terrace.

Seán who died on the 22nd of January 2010 & Carmel who died on the 6th of June 1995.

In loving memory of Bridie O’Shea, Woodlawn Park, Killarney who passed away peacefully on January 25th 2016.

Time unfolds another year, Memories keep ye very near, No words needed except to say, You are loved and thought of everyday.

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

Will those who think of Sean & Carmel today, a little prayer to Jesus say.

Sadly missed by Joe, Oli, Joann, Sean, Bríd and grandchildren.

Lovingly remembered by family and friends. Masses offered. R.I.P. xxx

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

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7TH ANNIVERSARY

PRAYER TO ST. JOSEPH

MURPHY

O St. Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in you all my interest and desires. O St. Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession, and obtain for me from your divine Son all spiritual blessings, through Jesus Christ, our Lord.

So that, having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of Fathers. O, St. Joseph, I never weary contemplating you, and Jesus asleep in our arms; I dare not approach while He reposes near your heart. Press Him in my name and kiss His fine head for me and ask Him to return the kiss when I draw my dying breath. St. Joseph, Patron of departing souls pray for me.

This prayer was found in the fiftieth year of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

In 1505 it was sent from the Pope to Emperor Charles when he was going into battle. Who ever shall read this prayer or hear it or keep it about themselves, shall never die a sudden death, or be drowned, nor shall be burned in any fire or shall be overpowered in battle. Say for nine mornings for anything you desire. It has never been known to fail, so be sure you really want what you ask for. In thanks for request granted.

In loving memory of Michael (Mike) Murphy, late of Blackwater House, Glencollins Upper, Ballydesmond, Co. Cork, who died on 26th January, 2011.

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

Always & Forever xxx Sadly missed by your loving wife Trish and loving son Sean.

Anniversary Mass on Friday 26th January, in St. Patrick’s Church, Ballydesmond at 7.30pm.

22ND ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR

MARY MALONE’S PRAYER FOR HEALING In loving memory of Anne and Jimmy O’Connor late of 3 Allmans Terrace, Killarney who died On the 27th & 30th January, 1996.

Your life was never selfish Only for us you lived Not for what you received Only for what you could give.

From your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

In loving memory of Michael O’Donoghue, Derryreague, Clonkeen, Killarney Who died on 23rd January 2014 Your life was one of kindly deeds A helping hand for others needs Sincere and true in heart and mind Beautiful memories left behind.

Will those who think of Mike today A little prayer to Jesus say Very sadly missed by your loving wife Anne Anniversary Mass for Mike on Sunday 28th January at 9.30 a.m. in Our Lady of the Wayside Church, Clonkeen,

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.

G.C

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

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Heavenly Father, I call on you right now in a special way. It is through your power that I was created. Every breath I take, every morning I wake, and every moment of every hour, I live under your power.

Father, I ask you now to touch me with that same power. For if you created me from nothing you can certainly re-create me. Fill me with the healing power of your spirit. Cast out anything that should not be in me. Mend what is broken.

Root out any damaged cells. Open any blocked arteries or veins and rebuild any damaged cells. Remove all inflammation and cleanse any infection.

Let the warmth of your healing love pass through my body to make new any unhealthy areas so that my body will function the way you created it to function.

And Father, restore me to full health in mind and body so that I may serve you the rest of my life.

I ask this through Christ Our Lord. Amen

PRAYER FOR THE EXPECTANT MOTHER Saint Gerard Mazella Almighty and everlasting God through the working of the holy spirit you prepared the body and soul of the glorious virgin Mary Mother of God to be a worthy dwelling for your Son. Through the same Holy Spirit you also sanctified St John the Baptist before his birth and now I implore you to hear my humble prayer.

Through the intercession of St. Gerard I beg and entreat you to protect me at in motherhood, protect also from the evil spirit the child you have given me so that it may receive baptism by the help of your saving hands. Grant also I beseech you that having lived as good Christians on earth both mother and child may one day be united in the everlasting happiness of Heaven. Amen.

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

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

O.D.

THANKSGIVING For wonderful favours received from the Holy Spirit, St. Anthony, St. Pio, St. Martins, St. Joseph, St. Jude, St. Blaise, St. Peregrine, St. Francis, St. Oliver, St. Dennis, St. John Macias, St. Teresa, St. Martha, St. Lucy, St. Walburga, St. Bridget, St. Claude, St. Dominic, St. Gerard, St. Patrick, St. Dympna, St. Brendan, Divine Infant of Prague, Mary Our Queen and our Mother Divine Infant, Sacred Heart of Jesus, the Holy Souls, Pope John Paul II, Ivan, Father Power.

MT, JOSL, O.M.D CMOSR.

MEMORARE TO ST. ANNE Remember, Good Saint Anne whose name means grace and mercy, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help or sought your intercession was left unaided. Inspired with this confidence I come before you, sinful and sorrowful, Holy Mother of the Immaculate Virgin Mary and loving grandmother of the Saviour do not reject my appeal but hear me and answer my prayer. Amen.

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

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NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

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

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

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

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

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

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

NOVENA TO ST. MARTIN Compassionate St. Martin you were always a generous and dedicated worker.

Not one day of your life found you idle.

Help me now in these difficult times to find suitable employment. I have no wish to be without work. By your prayers I wish to be given a situation where i can use to the full all the gifts that God has given to me. Intercede for me that I will obtain guidance in seeking out possible opportunities. When I am employed obtain for me the graces to be faithful and diligent for the glory of God for my own good and that of all the people we serve. Ask God to give me health of mind and body and generosity in meeting the needs of others. I ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. N. P.D.

ST. THERESA St. Theresa the Little Flower, please pick me a rose from thy heavenly gardens and send it to me with a message of love. Ask God to please grant me the favour I thee implore and tell him I will love him each day more and more. Amen. O.D.

PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY O Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this my necessity.

O Star of the Sea help me and show me herein you are my mother.

O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity.

There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (3 times) Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen.

This prayer must be said for three days and after that the request will be granted and the prayer must be published. Thank you for favours received.

NOVENA TO ST. ANTHONY O Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for his creatures made you worthy when on earth to possess miraculous powers.

Miracles awaited on your word which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought I implore you to obtain for me my request (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even though you are the Saint of Miracles, O gentle and loving St. Anthony whose heart was ever full of human sympathy.

Whisper my petition into the ear of the sweet infant Jesus who loved to be held in your arms and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Promise publication.

PRAYER TO THE HOLY SPIRIT Holy Spirit You make me see everything and show me the way to reach my ideal. You who give me the divine gift to forgive and forget the wrong that is done to me and who are in all instances of my life with me. I in this short dialogue I want to thank you for everything and confirm once more that I never want to be separated from You no matter how great the material desires may be. I want to be with You and my loved ones in Your perpetual Glory. Amen.

(Say this prayer three consecutive days without stating the request, after the 3rd day the request will be granted no matter how difficult it may be. Promise to publish this as soon as your request is granted.)

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See Our Columnists’ Coverage Of The Week In Sport And Catch Up On Killarney Notes And On The Ball

Free-Scoring Lakers Overpower Titans Of Galway With just four league games remaining, Scotts Lakers have a great chance of winning the Shield, writes club PRO Eamonn Keogh

National League: Division 1B Galway Titans 69 Scotts Lakers 113 SCOTTS Lakers cruised to their biggest win of the season with an emphatic 44-point win over Galway Titans at Coláiste Iognaid, Galway, last Sunday. Just as the scoreline suggests, the Killarney side dominated this match throughout to record a victory that keeps them top of the Division 1B table.

Titans were forced to line out without big American Keegan Ryan and his loss severely diminished their ability to match up to the physically stronger Scotts Lakers side. The Lakers dominated under the boards from an early stage and were well in control during the first quarter. Leading 37-22 midway through the second, the Killarney side stayed in front to lead 51-28 at half-time.

Titans struggled to close the gap throughout

the second half as Scotts Lakers continued their scoring spree, adding another 62 points on the scoreboard. Team Coach Cormac O’Donoghue ran his full bench and got a great all round team performance from his squad with five players on double scoring figures.

Antuan Bootle led the way with 28 points followed

by Andrew Fitzgerald (21), Dan Griffin (18), Dailian Mason (14) and Cian Clernon (10). There were also notable contributions from Mark Greene (9), Paul Clarke (6), Philip O’Connor (5), Con O’Mahony (2) and Shane Horgan.

Galway Titans top scorers were Toms Fabriciuss (30) and Rando Kozlov (19), while Eoin Coughlan, son of former Killarney basketball supremo Joe Coughlan, added another 19 points.

With just four league games remaining, Scotts Lakers are in with a great chance of topping the Division 1B table and challenging for the Shield title. They are free for the next two weeks before travelling to play Sligo All Stars on February 10. Big home games against LYIT Donegal (February 17) and Kilkenny (March 4) and an away game against Dublin Lions (February 24) will determine how Scotts Lakers finish the season.

Upcoming Lakers Fixtures: Saturday, February 10 at 7.30pm Sligo All-Stars (away)

Saturday, February 17 at 7.30pm LYIT Donegal (home)

Saturday, February 24 at 6.30pm Dublin Lions (away) Sunday, March 4 at 3pm Paris Texas Kilkenny (home)

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Scotts Lakers club captain Philip O’Connor.

Pic: Pat Connolly.

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26.01.18 Words: Adam Moynihan

n1 National League: Divisio 28 at 2pm Sunday, January l Kerry v Donega m) (Fitzgerald Stadiu

Kerry v Donegal:

Kerry selector Mikey Sheehy has branded Kerry’s support as “shocking”. Pics: Brendan Moran.

5 Things To Watch Out For 1. Clifford set to make his debut There has surely never been a more hotly anticipated Kerry debut. David Clifford grabbed national headlines in 2017 with a string of remarkable outings with the Kerry minors, most notably his four-goal masterclass in the All-Ireland Final, and it now appears as though the prodigious youngster is all set to make his first ever appearance for the Kerry seniors. Not for the first time in his fledgling career, all eyes will be on Clifford.

2. New faces At the end of last season, Kerry manager Eamonn Fitzmaurice was criticised in certain quarters for not introducing enough young talent to the fold. Only he will know if these complaints had any real effect on his thinking but there definitely seems to be a fresher look to the 2018 Kerry panel.

Apart from Clifford, Kenmare forward Seán O’Shea is also expected to feature prominently. A number of other stars from the successful minor and under 21 teams of the last few years are part of the set-up and some are likely to get their chance against Donegal.

With all the new faces in the squad, it’s very difficult to predict how Kerry will line out - and perform - on Sunday.

3. Can Kerry retain their crown?

Last April’s superb league final victory over Dublin was the highlight of Kerry’s year and players and fans will be hoping for more of the same in 2018. Finally beating the Dubs was a real monkey off the back

and, although the defeat to Mayo in the All-Ireland semi-final replay put a huge damper on things, more league success would set Kerry up well for the Championship.

4. How many Kerry fans will turn up?

It might sound like an unusual question but selector Mikey Sheehy was vocal in his criticism of Kerry fans in recent weeks, calling their support in last year’s semi-final replay “shocking”.

The spotlight will be on Kerry fans this year and it will be interesting to see how many people travel to games throughout the league campaign.

Sunday’s match is at home in Killarney so a decent crowd, by league standards, is expected.

Kerry fans have a well-deserved reputation for only showing up to “big” games, there’s no doubt about that, but there is also an onus on the team to perform and get fans excited.

5. Donegal hoping for an improved 2018 2017 came to an inauspicious end for Donegal when they crashed out in Round 4 of the qualifiers. The defeat to Galway in Markiewicz Park in July will have left a very sour taste in the mouth as the 2012 champions completely fell apart, eventually losing by a whopping 15-points (0-14 to 4-17).

This certainly seems to be a side in demise: last year was the first time they failed to make at least the Ulster Final and the quarter final of the All-Ireland since 2010. Their form in last year’s league campaign had been more promising. They recovered from an opening day loss to Kerry in Letterkenny to finish joint sec-

ond on eight points with Kerry, Monaghan and Mayo, the Kingdom advancing to the final thanks to their superior points difference. The league will be a good platform to build momentum before the ultra-competitive Ulster Championship.

Kerry’s 2018 National League Fixtures: Sunday, January 28 at 2pm Donegal (Fitzgerald Stadium) Saturday, February 3 at 7pm Mayo (Castlebar) Sunday, February 11 at 2pm Monaghan (Inniskeen) Sunday, February 25 at 2.30pm Galway (Austin Stack Park) Saturday March 3 at 7pm Dublin (Croke Park) Saturday March 17 Kerry Kildare (Austin Stack Park) Sunday, March 25 at 3pm Tyrone (Omagh)

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It was a disappointing result in the end but Cedar will learn a lot from this game, writes Adam Moynihan

Limerick Champs Too Strong For Brave Galaxy There was no cup magic for Cedar Galaxy on Sunday as they succumbed to a heavy defeat to Limerick champions Janesboro in the last 32 of the Munster Junior Cup. Cedar were massive underdogs but they went toe-to-toe with Boro for a good half an hour and impressed onlookers with their shape and positive playing style. Unfortunately they just couldn’t keep the visitors’ classy forward line at bay and a flurry of goals meant they went in three-nil down at the break.

Janesboro continued to impress in the second half and showed Killarney’s youngest soccer club no mercy, eventually racking up ten goals in a wonderful exhibition of fluid, attacking football. Irish international Shane Clarke was in

O’Regan: We worked hard but they’re elite players particulararly fine form as he bagged a hattrick and provided multiple assists, while his strike partner Keith Mawdsley also shone with four well-taken goals.

The only consolation for Cedar was scoring the goal of the day when John Foley ran at the

Janesboro defence before rifling a superb strike straight into the top corner from 25 yards out.

Speaking after the game, Cedar manager Darragh O’Regan said he was pleased with the way his team started. “For the first half an hour, we were in dreamland,” he reflected. “We were competing with the boys, we maybe slightly shaded the chances and played possibly a bit more than they did. But when they got the goal, the shackles came off.”

“We’re a Division 3 team and the mistakes we made wouldn’t be punished in our division. I think they had 13 chances and they banged 10 of them. That’s fairly efficient.”

It was that efficiency and the amount of talent in their squad that impressed O’Regan the most.

“We worked very, very hard but they’re elite players.

They’re players who

are close to playing League of Ireland. They have seven Irish junior internationals. There’s no weaknesses really in a team like that.”

Despite the disappointing result, the Cedar boss said his team won’t be too disheartened by what transpired on Sunday. “You’ve got to remember, we’re a bunch of rejects from other clubs who came together and gave it a go,” he said.

“We got out of Kerry and a lot of teams didn’t even have the b***s to enter the Munster Junior Cup. I’d like to think that any team who have played us in our division would have the utmost respect for us, and would realise that it’d take a decent side to beat us.”

Team: David Kerins; Frank Cronin, Ger Foley, Mike Murphy, Gary Cassidy; Tadhg Fleming, Joe Hurley, James McCarrick, Joe Donovan; Hubert Dziedzic and John Foley.

Subs: Michael Beckett, Mike Daly and Sam Treharne.

Inset: Cedar manager Darragh O’Regan gives some instructions to midfielder Joe Donovan.

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26.01.18

Blues Through In KO Cup But League Form A Concern

Athletic defender Eanna Kavanagh in action in last year’s league final. Pic: Paudie Healy.

The reigning champions need to keep more clean sheets if they want a repeat of last year’s success, writes Killarney Athletic’s Adam Moynihan

Greyhound Bar KO Cup (1st Round) Killarney Athletic 5-0 Classic FC (Woodlawn) We’re happy to have safely advanced to the next round of the Greyhound although, realistically, we would have expected to beat Classic FC at home. They operate in the Premier B so we were strong favourites but, having said all that, they’re actually not a bad side.

They’re definitely not afraid to try and play out from the back (their keeper back-heeled a goal kick out to the full back at one stage, which I have never seen before in my life) but they turned up shorthanded and once we got the early goal, you could see their heads drop a bit. Jamie Doolan (two), Seán Cournane, Shane Lynch and Ryan O’Carroll (tap-in) found the scoresheet and I suppose we did okay overall.

It was nice to get a clean sheet anyway because we haven’t managed too many of them so far this season. If you look at our success last year, especially in the run-in, it was our ability to keep clean sheets that got us over the line. In our final six games, we kept five clean sheets.

For whatever reason, we’ve found it hard to shut teams out this time around. We’re conceding too many goals, especially late in games when our forwards have no chance to respond.

Eanna Kavanagh, who has only played a couple of games, is obviously a huge loss but we have plenty of strength in depth. Cillian O’Regan, Aidan O’Mahony and Shane Doolan have all played alongside

Paudie O’Connor at centre back and done well so it’s hard to put our finger on the problem. It’s definitely something that all of us at the back have to sort out quickly if we’re to have any hope of retaining the trophies we won last year.

We have some really talented attacking players who consistently find the target so if we can get a bit of consistency at the other end, we should be fine.

This weekend we’re playing Mastergeeha in the league and it’s obviously a game that we need to win. The last time we met, they held us for around 25 minutes but we got a couple of goals in quick succession and won fairly comfortably in the end.

Geeha have suffered some heavy defeats in the

Premier A

1. Killarney Athletic 2. Killarney Celtic

3. Dingle Bay Rovers 4. Fenit Samphires

5. Castleisland

6. Listowel Celtic

7. Mastergeeha

8. Tralee Dynamos

9. Inter Kenmare

league but, with Inter Kenmare already relegated and Tralee Dynamos struggling, they have a great chance of staying up. One or two results against the teams at the top could be enough to keep them in the division. They certainly have enough about them to cause an upset so we’ll need to be tuned in from the off.

It’s supposed to be a home fixture for us but our pitch has taken a bit of a beating recently and could do with a break.

There are talks of playing it in Mastergeeha, which wouldn’t be too bad from our point of view as it’s close and it’s normally a decent surface. Either way, we’ll be looking for three points and hopefully another clean sheet on Sunday.

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Super Celts In Seventh Heaven The Hoops are through to the last 16 following another dominant home win, writes Killarney Athletic’s Adam Moynihan

Munster Junior Cup (Last 32) Killarney Celtic 7-2 Ballingarry (Celtic Park)

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hat-trick from veteran striker Peter McCarthy helped Celtic to a convincing win over Ballingarry of Limerick in the last 32 of the Munster Junior Cup last Saturday evening.

Wayne Sparling (two), Matt Keane and Anthony O’Leary also found the target as the Kerrymen made light work of the Desmond League leaders to secure their passage to the next round.

Their opponents in the last 16 will be either Waterford Crystal or Munster Senior League side Youghal United with the game, which will be away

from home, scheduled to take place on February 10/11. This will need to be rearranged, however, as Celtic are in FAI Junior Cup action that weekend.

Speaking after the Ballingarry game, Celtic’s hattrick hero Peter McCarthy said the team were just happy to be in the hat for the last 16.

“It was a fine performance, individually and collectively,” he said. “We worked hard as a team and look, all you can ask for is a win and to get into the next round. So we’re very pleased.”

There were question marks surrounding McCarthy’s third goal with some teammates suggesting that he didn’t get a touch on Matt Keane’s cross, but the experienced forward had no hesitation in claiming the goal. “[It was my goal] all day long. If you get a touch, it’s your goal. End of story! It was a nice assist by Matt.

We’ll give him that. It worked out well for him after, he got a fine finish so I’d say he’ll be pleased enough with that.”

Celtic have a busy few weeks coming up with a lot of big fixtures in quick succession, so how high is the Munster Junior in their list of priorities?

“It’s up there with the league, the FAI and the Greyhound,” McCarthy said. “We’re taking them all as seriously as each other. They’re our main competitions and we just want to work hard as a unit and win as much silverware as possible.”

Reflecting on the season so far, McCarthy says Celtic are “very happy” with how things have been progressing.

“I think we’re a lot stronger from last year. We’re in the last 16 of the FAI, the last 16 of the Munster Junior and we’re second in the league with games in hand. We’re in a healthy position.”

Celtic are back in Premier A action this weekend

as they host fellow title contenders Castleisland on Sunday morning. Remarkably, it will be their first home league game of the 2017/18 season. To this point they have played four away games and received two walkovers from Inter Kenmare, who pulled out of the league in October.

Pics: Konrad Paprocki.

Fixtures:

Sunday, January 27 Premier A Killarney Athletic v Mastergeeha (11.30am) Killarney Celtic v Castleisland (11.30am)

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Rugby News ...

Words: Liam Murphy LAST SUNDAY saw our proud provincial side Munster make history in the last pool stage of the European Cup. It was 50/50 as to whether or not the game would go ahead due to the torrential rain that had engulfed the country and Limerick in particular.

Thomond Park was pretty much waterlogged and the groundsmen worked tirelessly to save the fixture.

The referee, Ben Whitehouse, wanted to delay kick-off by and hour but eventually decided that 4pm would be a better time, delaying the original kick-off by three hours. Fans emptied the stadium and later returned in the final hope the match would go ahead, and that it did.

Munster were utterly dominant as they searched for the bonus point win that would earn them a home draw in the quarter final, a bonus point they duly earned. Keith Earls was the stand out player as the men in red trounced Castres and sealed home advantage, which will be a record 17th quarter-final in the European Cup. Next up

the lads face a much sterner test from Toulon on Easter weekend. I’m sure hen’s teeth will be easier to find than tickets for the quarter final, which will undoubtedly be another sell-out in Thomond Park.

In other news, Ulster bowed out of the European Cup losing 26 – 7 to Wasps while Irish hopes remained alive with

Leister topping their pool and winning 14-23 away at Montpellier.

Without a doubt the next round will be a tough affair with Munster hosting Toulon and Leinster hosting Saracens, more than likely at the Aviva.

An exciting final few stages to the European Champions Cup remain and we all hope the men in red will fire on and bring the glory home.

Girls Blitz

The participants at Killarney Rugby Club’s ‘girls only’ blitz at St Brendan’s College. Pic: Pete Van Der Merwe.

Shauna Is Kilcummin Ladies Player Of The Year Football A great night was had at Kicummin’s clubhouse on January 21 when presentations were made to their successful ladies teams of the 2017 season.

Medals were presented to the senior ladies who won the East Kerry League Division 2 title. The Kilcummin juveniles also has a successful year with the uner 12s winning

the East Kerry Championship, the under 13s winning the County Championship and the under 14s winning the Shield Final of their East Kerry League.

Presentations were made on the night to the club’s outgoing Chair Niamh O’Donoghue and the club’s senior Player of the Year, Shauna O’Connor.

Kilcummin ladies Player of the Year Shauna O’Connor receives her award from her coach, Denny Connor and club stalwart, Denis Horgan.

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Sport 29 Clubs In Killarney Advertiser This Week Firies Community Games

Killarney Athletic F.C.

Last weekend was the co Finals of U16 Girls Basketball. Congratulations to our Firies girls who won bronze medals in the competition.

Congratulations to team of Kimberley O Brien, Julanne Murphy, Martha Fitzgerald, Muireann Ring, Lisa O Halloran, Ruth Daly, Evelyn Daly and Katie Brosnan. Thank you to Grace Crowley and Sara Fitzgerald who coached the team and to Mary O Halloran who managed the team. Forthcoming events are singing solo and group, music solo and group, Recitation and swimming. Also if anyone is interested in taking part in Chess please contact Maura Culloty. Please see Firies Community Games Facebook page.

RESULTS: Greyhound Bar KO Cup 1st Round; Killarney Athletic 5 Classic FC 0. Scorers for Killarney Athletic were Shane Doolan, Jamie Doolan, Seanie Cournane, Shane Lynch and Ryan Carroll.

FIXTURES: 27th January 2018; Under 13 Premier Killarney Athletic A v Killarney Celtic A 10.00am. Under 13 Division 2 MEK v Killarney Athletic B 12.30pm. Under 12 Premier Killarney Athletic A v St Brendan’s Park A 2.30pm. Under 11 Premier South Killarney Athletic v Killorglin 11.30am. Under 11 Division 1 Killarney Athletic v Killorglin 12.30pm. Under 11 Division 2 Killarney Athletic C v Killorglin C 1.30pm. Under 17 Killarney Athletic v Mastergeeha 2.00pm. Senior Fixtures; Sunday 28th January 2018; Denny Premier A Killarney Athletic v Mastergeeha 11.30am.

Flesk Valley Rowing Club All Ireland Indoors: Last weekend saw the club compete at the All Ireland Indoor Rowing Championships at the University of Limerick Sports Complex. There were some powerful performances put in by our rowers with the highlight of the weekend being that from Elisha Leane who brought home Silver for the Valley. Elisha put in an impressive performance in the WJ14 category just missing out on the Gold. Well done to all who competed. Thanks to everyone who traveled to Limerick, in particular the coaches and parents.

Fossa LOTTO: 21st January 2018. Numbers drawn were 5, 19, 22, 28. Next week’s jackpot will be €3,000.

OPERATION TRANSFORMATION: Lidi car park at 7pm on Wednesday evenings for a 4km stroll / walk around the town – all lit with street lights and semi sheltered.

Everybody is welcome to come along and join us.

PARTY NIGHT: Fossa GAA Club will hold a party night in the Dromhall Hotel on Friday 26th January. There will be a mulled wine reception at 8pm followed by a buffet at 8.30. There will be medal presentations to the senior men and ladies’ teams as well as the minor team. There will also be the presentation of the Senior and Minor Player of the Year award and for the first time ever we will have a Senior Ladies Player of the Year award. Tickets @ €20 are available from the following, Merry Talbot 087 0511988, Theresa Kissane 087 6816169, Siobhan Bennett 086 3831917, Willie Buckley 087 9613429, Karen McGlynn 086 1037902 and Mike Cahillane 087 6487181.

COMMUNITY GAMES: Fossa Community Games Committee are organising a table quiz in the Golden Nugget on 2nd February 2018 to help raise funds for another year’s events.

Killarney Golf and Fishing Club The recent inclement weather with Storms Fionn and Georgina mixed in with our usual bad weather at this time of year has resulted in our Killeen Course remaining closed since Christmas-time. This has resulted in our Mahony’s Point Course receiving heavier than normal playing and despite this, the very good condition of the Course has been very favourably commented on by those who were brave enough to battle the elements over that period. This was never more true than on last Sunday, when despite atrocious weather conditions almost 100 brave souls tackled Mahony’s Point in one of our Club sponsored stableford competitions. As the morning wore on the conditions worsened which caused many of those playing to retire to the sanctuary of the Clubhouse and to enjoy some light refreshments.

It must be said that Enda Murphy and his Course up-keeping staff have worked very hard on our behalf in keeping the Course in such great condition, and they are deserving of our fulsome praise and appreciation. Those who played on, and finished their round produced some remarkable scores despite those dreadful playing weather conditions, and the first three players all registered the same score of an incredible 36 Points. The winner by virtue of a better back few holes was Neil Coffey, and with a handicap of just 6 he produced the winning score, and in 2nd place was Ex-Officio Captain Declan McCarthy, who had his best competition result for quite some time, and in 3rd place was Louis Holland a regular prize-winner over the years.

Full results were 1st Neil Coffey(6) 36 Pts. 2nd Declan McCarthy(10) 36 Pts. 3rd Louis Holland(14) 36 Pts. 4th Michael Maher(6)35 Pts. 5th Jason Dinham(14) 35 Pts. Cat.1

Baden Maher(5) 33 Pts. Cat.2 David Moloney(8) 32 Pts. Cat.3 Brendan Brosnan(13) 34 Pts. Cat 4 John Coffey(20) 32 Pts. Standard Scratch 35 Pts reduction only.

Marian Players Rathmore Panto Group Marian Players Rathmore Panto Group present their 31st Annual Panto THE PIED PIPER, opening on this Saturday January 27th at Rathmore Community Centre.

Also, nightly Wednesday 31st, Thursday 1st February, Saturday 3th. All night shows at 7.30pm.

Matinees, Sunday 28th & Sunday 4th February at 3pm. Proceeds to Kerry Parents and Friends Association. Further information & booking contact booking office 0647758526.

Glenflesk GLENFLESK LOTTO: No winner of the lotto which took place in Spillane’s Bar, Jackpot - €4,600.

Numbers were 3, 16,24, 26. The next draw will take place in Corner Bar on 29/01/18 and the Jackpot is €4,800.

SCOR: Scór Sinsear.The Co Final of Senior Scór will be held in mid-February. Any member of Glenflesk GAA, aged 17 or over, who would like to take part, should contact the Scór Officer, Rosie, as soon as possible at 087 2072512.

SCÓR NA BPÁISTÍ: The East Kerry round of Scór na bPáistí will take place in the Racecourse on Saturday, February 24th, at 12pm. Any primary school children, who are members of Glenflesk GAA, who would like to take part in any of the competitions, are asked to forward their names to the Scór Officer, Rosie, as soon as possible at 0872072512 to finalise entries for the Club.

OPERATION TRANSFORMATION: In a bid to make exercise more accessible on the dark winter nights, Ireland lights up will see participating clubs turn on their lights between 7 and 8pm each Monday for a six-week period (22nd of January-26th of February). Our Club Glenflesk is delighted to be one of the 100 participating clubs, we are asking everyone in the parish young and old to join us. You will be welcomed each week by Derry Healy and Dermot Kelly who are leading the initiative. LET’S LIGHT UP GLENFLESK TOGETHER. AGM: The rescheduled AGM is now on Tuesday 30th of January at 8.15pm. Fr Hayes will celebrate mass for deceased members at 7.30 in Glenflesk Church.

RAHEEN N.S.: Congratulations to Bernie Bartlett who had the winning lotto No.23 on Saturday the 6th of January and to Eamon Bowler who had no.6 on Saturday the 13th.

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Deerpark Pitch & Putt Sunday Competition: We managed only an 18 hole Singles last Sunday morning with the weather and the following were the results: Overall Nett: Noel Moynihan 45, Overall Gross: Robbie O’Brien Snr 51 and Second Nett: Sean Ashe 49.

Next Sunday (weather permitting) we will try for a two-draw event @ 9.15am and 11.15am with play open to members aged 15 or over and a fee of €4 for one draw and €7 for both.

Membership: Now due, the rates for 2018 remain the same as last year with the exception of Associate Membership which was increased to €120 at the AGM. This increase allows associate members to have the ability to win any prize in a competition for here on out. Contact Registrar Sean Kelly (086 0508686) and Colm O’Dowd (087 7673742) for further information on applying and paying for same.

Mary O’Brien: At the AGM it was agreed to run a memorial competition in memory of the late Mary O’Brien with Thursday night June 21st agreed as the provisional night for same. Full details and overall fixture list in due course.

Kilcummin SEASONS FOR GROWTH - LIVING WITH GRIEF LOSS AND CHANGE COURSE: Course due to start on Tuesday 6th February at 7pm in the Social & Health Education Project (SHEP) office, Park Road. The course provides a safe & confidential space and will be facilitated by trained & experienced tutors and counsellors. Further info. contact 021 4666180 or 087 7728089.

PARENT & TODDLER GROUP: Mondays 10.30am -12.30pm in the Recreational Hall, all welcome.

Further information please contact Maureen on 087-2883479 KILCUMMIN COMHALTAS: Comhaltas are hoping to recommence Traditional Singing Classes shortly. If interested please contact Martina on 087-2971213.

FLEADH CHEOIL NA HÉIREANN ENNIS SERIES: Is a series of six television programmes from the Ennis Fleadh Cheoil presented by John Creedon and Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin. The series will showcase a host of musicians and singers who attended the Fleadh. Starting Friday 19th January 2018 at 7.30pm RTE 1.

WANTED TALENTED FAMILIES!: We’re looking for Ireland’s most talented family to take part in a brand new TV show. If you and your brother or sister, father, mother or granny has a talent, now is your chance to make your family a household name. All entries must be made up from immediate family members, i.e. grandparents/parents/children.

The act must consist of at least two

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people. There are no restrictions on what their act could be. They could be singers, dancers, musicians or storytellers. If you and your family would like to audition please contact; Lucinda@adareproduction.ie, rob@adareproductions.ie or phone 01 2843877.

the following are the 2017 averages for the Killarney Lakes; Lough Lein Mean Phosphorous 10ug/L, Mean Chlorophyll 5.6mg/m3 , Mean Transparency 3m, Middle Lake was respectively 7, 1.8 , 5.3m , The Upper Lake was 5, 1.8 , 4.1m , Lough Guitane was 10, 2.1 , 5.5m.

Mastergeeha FC

Killarney Swimming Club

There was no winner on Friday 19th January 2018. Numbers drawn were 1, 4, 17, 22. Consolation prizes were €100 Damien Fleming, Kilcummin. €30 Rachel O’Sullivan, Lyreatough, Kilcummin. €30 Sheila McCarthy, Kilbrean, Killarney. €30 Maurice Doyle, c/o Kilcummin Post Office.

Jackpot now €3,600.

Congratulations to our swimmers who took part in the Development 1 Gala in Tralee recently with substantial improvements on PB times and a great haul of medals.

OVER 14 BOYS: The in-form Niall Coffey won gold in the 100 freestyle, silver in the 50 backstroke and bronze in the 50 butterfly.

Jack McGuire, another serious swimmer, took bronze in the 100 IM and 50 freestyle.

OVER 14 GIRLS: Imogen O’Connor was on fire winning gold in all events – the 100 IM, 50 backstroke, 50 freestyle and 50 breaststroke – must be something in her DNA. Chloe Whelan turned on the style winning an impressive gold in the 50 butterfly and silver in the 100 IM and 50 freestyle. Mairead Egan also set down a marker winning silvers in the 50 butterfly and 50 backstroke and bronze in the 100 IM, which meant Killarney won all the medals in the 100 IM! Saoirse Sweeney finished off a good day for Killarney with a tasty bronze in the 50 breaststroke. Thanks to our coach, John Edwards, who gave huge support and encouragement to all our swimmers. Thanks also to all parents for travelling and taking part in timekeeping duties.

Killarney Celtic RESULTS: Munster Junior Cup, Killarney Celtic 7 Ballingarry 2.

Youths League, Mastergeeha 0, Killarney Celtic 1. U16 Premier, Killarney Celtic 4, Ballyhar 0. U14 Div 1, Killorglin B 2, Killarney Celtic B 3. U12 Premier, Killarney Celtic 5, Tralee Dynamos 0.

FIXTURES: Sun Jan 28th A team home to Castleisland 11.30 am. B team home to Ratoo 2.30pm LOTTO: Numbers Drawn,1,6,21,22.

No Winner, 1 x €150, Jackpot next week €3,200.

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club The Club was in attendance at the recent Lough Lein Working Group, chaired by Kerry County Council, in Killarney. Along with our colleagues in Lough Lein Anglers, the concerns regarding invasive species was outlined from the angling perspective and this matter will be followed up in subsequent meetings to ensure the maximum amount of exposure is given to this concerning topic. A detailed synopsis of water quality measurements was given by David Lenihan, Senior Executive Chemist with KCC, for 2017. While the general trend on Lough Lein since 1998 has been a steady improvement and since 2009 an annual average phosphorous level of not greater that 12 ug/L has been sustained, ie 10 in 2017 - a slight deterioration in status due to increased chlorophyll values (max 15ug/L ) highest since 2012 was noted . This was contributed in the main to a cyanobacterial planktonic based algea in water column called Oscilittoria. This was a repeat of phenomenon noted in 2011, at that time the lower than usual light levels, put down to a dull summer, accounted for selection of this algal species which thrives in these conditions. Thankfully it seems it does not have any ill effects compared with other more potent algae scums previously experienced. At a glance

Killarney Valley Athletic Club Killarney Valley AC along with Killarney Community Track project are holding a 5K run/walk fundraiser on Sunday 28th January at 12 noon in the Demense. Registration from 10.30am at Deenagh Cottage. €5 per person or €20 for family. Please support. All proceeds go the Killarney Community Track Project.

TRAINING: MONDAY 7-8pm @ Sem Gym – S&C for age 12yrs and over. TUESDAY 6-7pm @ Killarney Oaks – XCountry and training for the Club 5K on Jan 28th. (Please contact Connie with any questions 086-1505007). WEDNESDAY 1.45pm – 2.30pm @ Demense – Speed and Hill training for members in secondary school. THURSDAY 6-7pm @ Sem Gym for 7-12 year olds.

Listry LISTRY SOCIAL COMMITTEE: We wish to remind Seniors in the Listry / Milltown Parish and surrounding areas that the next Social day will be held in Listry Community Centre on Tuesday January 30th from 12 noon-4pm. The usual bus service will operate on the day

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and will start collecting Patrons @ 10.45am approx. We look forward to meeting you all again and perhaps some new Members also.

CLASSES: Listry Community Council in conjunction with Kerry Education Training Board are offering Art Classes (Watercolours) in Listry Community Centre starting on Monday January 29th from 4pm6pm-if interested please contact Tony on 087 2563883 prior to Friday January 26th. An advanced Photography Class may also be offered if there is sufficient interest-please contact Joan for details prior to Monday February 5th.

in Tramore Road next week. Best of luck to all competing from the area.

TRAINING: Resumed last week with big crowds in Boherbue Tuesdays at 6.30 pm, Barradubh Fridays at 6.30 pm and again a big turnout last week, Gneeveguilla Sunday mornings at 11.00 am, looking forward to having some good training sessions.

CLUB SINGLETS: Mary O’ Sullivan has agreed to take charge of club singlets for the coming year, she will attend the training sessions where they will be available to buy.

MEK

Muckross Rowing Club

U 12: Mastergeeha B 1 MEK 2. I MEK U12s got back to winning ways after a gritty performance away to Mastergeeha B. Mastergeeha started well and our defence knew they would have to be on top form to keep us in the game. Mastergeeha were enjoying the bulk of possession early on with MEK looking dangerous on the break. It was backs to the wall stuff at times but thanks to Darragh O`Neill, Roan Daly, Jack Aherne and Cian Myers we went in 0-0 at half time. It didn`t take long for us to take advantage of the gale force wind. Just two minutes into the second half Sean O`Brien drilled home from close range. MEK were now keeping possession of the ball better and our flying wingers Cian Fleming and Tadgh Gosney were bombing forward at every opportunity. Stuart Scott and Scott Carlton came on in attack after 40 mins for Eoghan Bolger and Sean Dennehy while Sam Lenihan came on for Cian Myers at left back. Fair play to Cian for playing as he was ill leading up to the match. We scored our second goal 15mins into the second half when Sean O`Brien crossed for Cian Fleming who hit a lovely shot into the back of the net. Mastergeeha pulled one back 5 minutes later which made for a nervous last 10 minutes. MEK held on though and were glad to hear the full-time whistle. Well done to both teams who performed so well in very difficult conditions.

NEXT FIXTURES: U13 MEK V Athletic B - Sat 12:30. U11 MEK V Ballyhar - Sat 11:30

AGM: A reminder that the Annual General Meeting of Muckross Rowing Club Ltd. will take place on Thursday 1st February at 8pm at the Muckross Community Centre. All members and parents of junior members welcome and encouraged to attend this important meeting for the organisation and running of our club. Membership fees for the year ahead will be agreed by those in attendance in addition to election of officers and committee members.

EVENTS & TRAINING: Best of luck to all our crews competing in their first competition of 2018 this weekend. The Kerry Head Of the River is set for Killorglin, this Saturday 27 January between 12-3pm.

Other upcoming events include St. Michael’s HOR at O’Briensbridge on Saturday 24 February and Cork HOR at the Cork city marina on Saturday 3 March.

MEMBERSHIP: Club membership for 2018 will be collected at the club’s Registration Day on Sat 10 Feb from 12-1pm at the Muckross Community Centre. Membership fees will be agreed at the club’s AGM on Thu 1 Feb as above.

Coaches and committee members will be on hand at both the AGM and Registration Day to answer any questions and enquiries in person.

Killarney RFC

MINIS TRAVEL TO TRALEE RFC BLITZ: Last Saturday our minis U10’s and U12’s traveled to Tralee RFC for the next round of the West Munster Blitz, enjoying matches against Tralee, Listowel and Killorglin rugby clubs. An excellent Gneeveguilla Athletic Club display of rugby was witnessed by LOTTO: No winner of our lotto all as we travelled in very strong draw 19/01/2018., numbers drawn numbers. Thanks to Richard Sharp were 7, 13, 21 &24. Bonus not won and all at Tralee RFC for the hospinumbers drawn were 8, 20, 24 & tality as always.

27. Next week’s jackpot €5,800 FIXTURES: Saturday: U18 (South plus €1,000 bonus.

Kerry) are away to Cashel-Fethard COUNTY COLLEGES CROSS COUN- in the Munster U18 Cup having TRY: Held in demesne Killarney won last weekend 34-10 against on Thursday. Ben Murphy was Bantry Bay in a friendly. Also on 2nd Junior, Jack O’ Leary 10th. Saturday our U16 host Cobh PiJack Walsh who use to run with rates in the Munster Club U16 Cup us came in well in his race. The at . Finally, our U14’s host AbbeyMunster Championships are on feale at 11am in the West Mun-

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Sport 29 Clubs In Killarney Advertiser This Week ster U14 league. On Sunday our Seniors are away to Galbally in the next round of the Junior Cup and kick off is at 2pm. Best of luck to all our teams in action.

KERRY SPORTS STAR AWARDS: The club has been chosen for an award in this year’s Kerry Sports Star awards at INEC Friday February 2nd from 7pm. The award is the “Unsung Hero Award” we are one of three winners in this category. The event is a black tie dinner which is €50 per head. We hope to fill a table if we can. Tickets are available from INEC box office. This is a premier sports event and hopefully we can have a good turnout. If attending please text Mike Fuller on 0876489628.

MUNSTER MASCOT: Congratulations to Killarney RFC U12 player Jack Donnelly who led Munster out as mascot at Thomond Park last Sunday against Castres. He was the lucky charm as Munster won the final pool game. He really enjoyed his day. Well done Jack.

done to all those who obtained new personal bests and our medal winners, Pauline O’Brien who won 2nd in her 1k and 3rd in her 500m sprint, also to Karen Hill with two medals- 1st in her 2k and another 1st place in her 500m sprint.

UPCOMING EVENTS: The Kerry Head of the River takes place this Saturday 27th January. Best of luck to Killorglin Rowing Club in their hosting of this event and to all of our crews competing on the day.

St. Michaels HOR is on 24th Feb and Cork HOR 3rd March.

MAYOR’S HONOURS: Congratulations to our U18 Ladies who tonight will be honoured by Cllr.

Niall Kelliher for their total of an amazing Seven All-Ireland Titles won in the All-Ireland Coastal Rowing Championships, held in Donegal in August 2016 and 2017.

It is a most fitting recognition and honour for Siobhán Burns, Ciara Browne, Leona Browne, Ciara Moynihan and Annie O’Donoghue to be acknowledged at such a high level.

Killarney Toastmasters We held an Open Night on Tuesday 9th January 2018. The purpose of an Open Night is to give members of the public an opportunity to learn about Toastmasters and the experience of a Toastmasters meeting. Our guest greeter was Gerard, our Topicsmaster was Renee, and our timer was Liz. Our club president, Alan, opened the meeting and handed control over to Shane, our Toastmaster for the night. Ciara read ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls’ by Ernest Hemmingway as part of our literary corner. We had two prepared speeches, both from the Competent Communicator (CC) manual. Our first speaker was Julieann with a CC2 speech entitled “A New Year, A New You.” Her evaluator was Jane. Our second speaker was Finbarr with a CC9 speech entitled “Time to Stop Shopping”. His evaluator was Gerard. Our member’s moment was delivered by Miriam. The Toastmaster handed control of the meeting over to our General Evaluator X who introduced the evaluators. We held a Questions and Answers session to allow guests to ask questions about Toastmasters and our club. We had 12 guests at the meeting, and look forward to seeing them again at future meetings. https://killarney.toastmastersclubs.org/ for more information.

Workmen’s Rowing Club Notes IRISH INDOOR ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS: Our members, from U13 to Senior Ladies excelled in UL, bringing home 11 top ten and 19 top twenty of All-Ireland. We competed in a total of 19 events, with most of our competitors competing in 2 events , from 500m , to 1000m or 2000m races. Well

Killarney Cougars BC JUVENILE NEWS: U12 Boys Plate, Killarney Cougars 29- St Bridgets Currow 23. U14 Girls Div II, St Joseph’s 31- Killarney Cougars 40.

U16 Boys Div 1 Cup, Killarney Cougars 60- Rathmore Ravens 51.

COUGARS GIRLS & BOYS ACADEMY: Our U8 & U10 Girls & Boys training continues Friday in the Parish Hall. Girls U8 & U10 5 pm, Boys U8 6 pm Boys U10 6.30 pm.

Well done to all who participated on Sunday in Tralee & Farranfore thanks to Coaches Eugene, Tommy, Kelly and Mary and all the parents who assisted on the day.

On The Ball Dr Crokes Club DEVELOPMENT FUND: Dr Crokes Club are embarking on a fundraising initiative to help upgrade the current facilities of our grounds as it has been 12 years since serious work has been carried out. There are fantastic prizes to be won with the first prize a Nissan Pulsar Executive Class Car and second prize is a four-night stay for two people in New York including flights.

We have 10 prizes in total and the draw will take place on December 20th, 2018.Tickets are €10 each or a book of 6 for €50. There will be an additional draw of €1000 for those who purchase a full book for €50. Tickets can be purchased in the Tatler Jack, Club members or Kerry Shop in Killarney Outlet

Centre.

PROGRESSIVE 31: Progressive 31 is on every Wednesday night in Crokes Clubhouse. It will start at 8.00pm. You will need to bring money and a partner. €5 per person.

LOTTO: Lotto 12, 19, 25, 26. Jackpot €5400 Not Won Match 3 7 by €60. Next Draw Sunday 28th of January. Jackpot €5700.

DR CROKES FAMILY WALKING GROUP: As part of the Clubs Health and Wellbeing initiative the first family walk begins on Tuesday evening 30th of January departing the Clubhouse at 6.30pm. We look forward to seeing everyone spring into this new year with our sociable 30/40 min walk.

CONGRATULATIONS: Congratulations to Patrick O’Sullivan who was elected as the New Chairperson of the Club for 2018 at the Clubs AGM. Congratulations to Jackie Looney who was elected as President of the Club and to Eamon Fitzgerald who was elected as one of the Vice Presidents of the Club and to Fergus Moroney who was elected as our County Board Delegates.

Firies Coiste na nOg Calling all our local tradesmen, Firies GAA requires your expertise!

Could you donate a few hours to your local club in Pairc Eamonn, Farranfore on Saturday, 27th January? If you can oblige, please contact Club Chairperson, James O’Sullivan at 087-2274127. Your support would be very much appreciated.

Gneeveguilla GAA There was no winner of last week’s lotto numbers drawn 5, 21, 28, 30.

Next week’s jackpot €11,400. Club membership will be collected in club bar this Monday and Friday night at 9pm. It would be greatly appreciated if people could pay up membership as soon as possible. Club social on Feb 17th in hall. East Kerry Scor na bPaisti will be held on 24th Feb. All entries to Scor officer at 087 6981764.

Kilcummin Ladies Football Club A great night was had at Kilcummin’s clubhouse on 21st January when presentations were made to their successful ladies’ teams of the 2017 season. Medals were presented to Kilcummin’s Senior Team who won the East Kerry League Division 2 title in 2017. Kilcummin juveniles also has a successful 2017 with the U12s winning the East Kerry championship, the Under 13s winning the county championship and the under 14s winning the shield final of their East Kerry League. Presentations were made on the night to the club’s outgoing Chair Niamh O’Donoghue and the club’s senior player of the year

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Shauna O’Connor.

Killarney Legion MEMBERSHIP: A reminder that membership is now due for the current year, as usual family as well as individual rates are available.

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: This year’s club championship will be run on a league basis after the CCC’s decision to re-vamp it having studied the ‘’old format’’ and concluded it to be somewhat unsatisfactory.

The competition will feature two groups of four with each team playing each other once, with one game at home, one away and one in a neutral venue. Top team in each group play in the final. Scoring averages and head to head results apply in the event of clubs finishing on the same number of points. Safe to say it will raise the level of competition in the championship and whoever wins it will certainly have earned it.

Listry GAA JANUARY MONTHLY MEETING: Listry GAA are holding their monthly meeting in the clubrooms on Thursday, January 25th at 8pm.

OPERATION TRANSFORMATION/ GAA INTIATIVE FOR 2018: For the next 5 weeks, the lights on the track in Listry GAA pitch will be on from 7pm - 9pm. People are invited to come along and get walking.

LOTTO RESULTS: Jackpot numbers 17 20 21 22. Next Week Sunday 28th Jackpot €3,050.

Mid Kerry GAA Mid Kerry Board AGM will be held in the Glenbeigh/Glencar GAA Pavillion at 8pm on Thurs 25th Jan, Mid Kerry U21 Championship gets underway (extra time playable in all games).

PREM ROUND: Sun 28th Jan 11.30am Laune Rangers home to Keel/Listry.

SEMI FINALS: Sat 27th Jan 2pm Beaufort home to Glenbeigh/ Glencar/Cromane.

REFEREE COURSE: Anybody interested in becoming a Referee please contact any member of your club’s Committee.

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Killorglin Rowers Impress In UL A number of Killorglin athletes travelled to the University of Limerick Arena for the National Indoor Rowing Championships on Sunday. Airida Mateviciute raced the Women’s J13 3 Minutes and 500m races, winning silver and gold respectively.

Marcus Lavery clocked up two PBs in the Men’s J13 3 Minutes and 500m races, finishing 4th and 5th respectively. Rhiannon O’Donoghue and Anna Tyther, both in their first year as junior 18s (Junior 17) finished 12th and 28th respectively out of 79 entries. Both girls achieved their personal bests finishing

the 2000m race in a time of 7:34.8 and 7:46.3.

Orla McCarthy won the Women’s J15 1000m race in a time of 3:46.8. She then went onto win silver in the Women’s J15 500m competition sharing podium with Galway Rowing Club and Enniskillen Royal Boat Club. Jessica Lee won two medals for the club in the Women’s 40-49 category; first bronze in the 2000m race and silver in the 500m sprint race.

Anna Tyther and Rhiannon O’Donoghue raced the Women’s Junior 18 500m sprints also finishing 10th and 6th respectively. There were 32 entries in this event with the

All-Ireland Medal For Orla

winner clocking 1:38.2. James McCarthy finished 14th in his first year as an Under 23 achieving 6min and 29.4 sec for the 2000m. James then went onto winn silver in the Men’s Freshers 1000m for CIT and the team relay.

A spokesperson for Killorglin Rowing Club said it was “very encouraging” to see the improvements made by all of their athletes.

The first water event of the 2018 rowing season, the Kerry Head of the River, is coming to Killorglin Boat Club.

The event promises to be a busy one with 140 crews entered and 17 clubs represented on the day.

Orla McCarthy (centre) who won the Women’s J15 1000m category.

Airida Mateviciute (centre), winner of the Women’s J13 500m.

Elisha Leane, Flesk Valley Rowing Clu b, who won a silver medal in the WJ14 Category at the All-Ireland Indoor Cham pionships.

Jessica Lee (left) who finished 2nd in the Women’s 40-49 500m category.

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