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Founder of Pieta House Joan Freeman with Michael and Maura McCarthy at the official launch of Nathan’s Walk in the Porterhouse. Pic: Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan.

Anticipation is building for Killarney’s annual Darkness into Light event and Pieta House founder Joan Freeman has urged this year’s participants to invite others to join them on the symbolic walk.

“Bring people with you,” she said.

“Invite people. And especially people that you don’t normally invite to things. Invite them to this and see how they will react to that kindness.

“Darkness into Light is all about kindness. It’s an opportunity for people who have lost someone to suicide to actually stop thinking about their loss and help to prevent it happening to other families.

“That’s what we witness every single year at Darkness into Light,”

she added.

Also speaking at the launch, Cathaoirleach of the Killarney Municipal District Cllr Brendan Cronin praised the O’Carroll family and Pieta House for organising the event.

Marie and Denis O’Carroll lost their 14-year-old son Nathan to suicide in 2007.

“There’s great credit due to the O’Carroll family for launching this event in memory of Nathan and being so involved in it,” he said.

“Also to Pieta House and the tremendous work they’re doing in assisting people and assisting families all across the country. There are very few families that this issue hasn’t affected and any help that Pieta House can give is of huge

importance.

“It may save a life,” he added. “And that’s what it’s all about.”

Nathan’s Walk will start at 4.15am on May 6 at the Killarney Race Course and participants are invited to walk, jog or run the 5km route at their own pace.

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

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

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

Fundraiser For Tiernan A Great Success A large crowd attended the fundraiser for Tiernan Dineen in the Torc Hotel Saturday night.

11-year-old Tiernan suffers from Spina Bifida and is a wheelchair user. His room in his house is upstairs and he can no longer crawl up and down the stairs.

Tiernan has been very sick for the past six months and has had five surgeries in this time.

He has been left with no other option than to sleep in the sitting room.

The Dineen family are currently raising funds to build a suitable room downstairs, and last week’s event will be of great help towards this goal.

Tiernan is the grandson of the very popular Batty O’Sullivan and many of his family and friends were there on the night. Young Tiernan was also in attendance and was the man of the hour. In great spirits, with a smile on his face and a thumbs-up for everyone, he definitely inherited his grandfather’s personality.

At a fundraiser for Tiernan Dineen at the Torc Hotel were back from left: Aoife O’Sullivan, Noreen O’Connor, Teresa Mangan, Batty O’Sullivan, Andrew O’Sullivan, Mary McDonnnell, Pat McDonnell and Jerry O’Leary. Front: Céilim O ‘Sullivan, Sharon O’Sullivan, Michael Dineen, Lorraine Dineen, Cuan Dineen and Tiernan Dineen.

A Kerry County Councillor has gained national attention following a suggestion that dogs should wear nappies.

Officials have organised awareness campaigns and hired litter wardens but dog fouling is still a cause for concern around the county.

Speaking to Radio Kerry, Fianna Fáil Councillor Michael O’Shea from Milltown voiced his concerns. He drew comparisons with the Killarney jarveys who started using nappies on their horses in the past number of years.

“I would call on the Minister or those in power that they would look at a company that would design nappies for dogs,” he said.

“It is definitely unhygienic for any person carrying a dog for a walk to be scooping up after a foul and to be carrying it around with them until they find a suitable bin.”

He also said it was particularly dangerous for children in open green areas.

Monex Launch UCC Scholarships For Killarney Students Successful Killarney-based company Monex have unveiled a new scholarship for the Leaving Cert students of Killarney.

The Monex Scholarship Programme aims to support any students from Killarney’s three secondary schools that are accepted to third level studies at Cork University Business School at UCC. Pupils from St Brendan’s College, St Brigid’s Presentation Secondary School and Killarney Community College will all be eligible for funding of up to €3000.

Applications will begin following the first round of CAO offers this August and will remain open until October 18.

Speaking at the launch, Dean of Cork University Business School Ciaran Murphy said that the college were lucky to have Monex founder and owner Frank Murphy on board.

“Our students and, indeed, faculty are extremely fortunate that Frank Murphy, Adjunct Professor in CUBS, has so willingly agreed to offer his vast experience and expertise to them,” he said.

“We have all benefited from Frank’s wisdom, practical advice and generosity of spirit.

We truly value and appreciate the relationship with Monex and look forward to welcoming students from the schools in Killarney as they embark on their studies with us in Cork University Business School,” he added.

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Talented sisters Marguerite O’Leary and Sheila Bulbeck from Kilcummin set up Bow Wow nine years ago and pride themselves on being the only award-winning groomers in Killarney.

They’re also the only local members of the exclusive IPDGA (Irish Professional Dog Groomers Association).

Bow Wow specialise in introducing your new puppy to their first groom, using products suitable for their sensitive skin and using handling techniques developed to ensure that your puppy thoroughly enjoys his or her first groom.

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Bow Wow only accept a limited number of dogs per day so, to avoid disappointment, it’s advisable to pre-book your appointment.

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Two Killarney Hotels Ranked In Top 2,500 In The World The Brehon and The Hotel Europe have been ranked among the 2,500 best hotels in the world, according to reviews by users of hotels.com. The popular website is one of the biggest online accommodation booking websites in the world.

A total of 18 Irish hotels ranked amongst the 2,500 best hotels, as announced at the Hotels.com Loved by Guests Gold Awards earlier this week. Travel experts analysed millions of guest reviews to compile the substantial list.

Hotels.com has over 25 million trusted, genuine guest reviews on its website. Each hotel taking home the top prize of a Loved by Guests Gold Award has achieved an average guest review rating of 4.7 or higher (out of 5).

A total of 87 countries made the list. The United States had by far the greatest representation of hotels with 969 in total, followed by the United Kingdom with 171, Italy with 153, Canada with 86 and Spain with 70.

“The Loved by Guests Awards celebrate those topnotch hotels that guests really loved and wanted to tell everyone about,” said Taylor L. Cole, Head of Public Relations with Hotels.com.

“We’re finding reviews are becoming more powerful than ever and in fact many travellers are preferring to book based on guest reviews rather than official star rating. Think of how many times you’ve chosen a hotel because you’ve been scrolling through reviews on your smartphone and read about its comfy beds and fantastic breakfast.”

It was a busy week for The Brehon who also announced their new Power Lunch menu.

Cork All-Star and Ireland’s fittest family mentor Anna Geary and nutritionist for the Kerry team Kevin Beasley joined forces to launch the exciting new menu.

The Power Lunch menu is the creation of Head Chef Chad Byrne, who believes midday meals should be invigorating and energising in order to make the most of the afternoon and evening.

“Our Power Lunches alert your senses and heighten your concentration and here’s why,” explained Head Chef Chad Byrne. “Complex carbs turn to glucose which gives your body and mind the fuel they need to operate during the day.”

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“Everything is of the highest standard,” the judges enthused. “This, together with one of Ireland’s most stunning views, makes for a memorable breakfast experience.”

And there was even more success for Killarney hotels as Michael and Geraldine Rosney’s Killeen House Hotel also picked up silverware in the three star category.

Judges applauded the “charming little hotel” and especially the restaurant, Rozzers, with its cosy charm.

“Breakfast, like everything else at the hotel, is very much a bespoke affair, with orders taken at the table and an emphasis on service,” the judges said.

“Killeen House Hotel is a delightful and slightly quirky place where excellence abounds - and the owners’ hospitality is its most outstanding feature.”

The Power Lunch menu is available to conference and meeting groups as well as leisure and private gatherings. The interesting array of food on offer includes the Lemon Power Lunch, the Espresso Hit Lunch, the Fresh and Go Deluxe and Shells and Sushi.

There was also more great news for The Hotel Europe recently as they picked up a gong at the prestigious Georgina Campbell Irish Breakfast Awards.

The event, the first of its kind in Ireland, was held at the InterContinental Hotel in Dublin in association The Brehon and The Hotel Europe who were with Failte Ireland. both recently named in the top 2,500 hotels The awards are specifiin the world at the Hotels.com Loved by Guests cally designed to highlight Gold Awards. the importance of the Irish breakfast to international visitors and domestic travellers alike. They also aim to support the use of Irish foods and quality produce as part of the Irish breakfast on offer, as well as serving to celebrate and promote Irish hospitality providers and Irish food producers who excel in their delivery of high quality produce.

The Hotel Europe earned a ‘Highly Commended’ award in five star hotel category.

“We all expect a stay in a five star hotel to be an all-round special experience, offering the very best of the best of everything,” said Georgina Campbell.

“Yet, with as many as 40 hotels listed as five star, perhaps it is not surprising that even at this level - there are variations in standards.”

Standards certainly aren’t dropping at The Europe, who were praised for their im- Brehon Head Chef Chad Byrne with Anna Geary and Kevin Beasley at pressive hot and cold buffet and extensive the launch of the new Power Lunch menu. Pic: Don MacMonagle.

Nissan Seeking Kerry Ambassadors To Rival O’Donovan Brothers Nissan has launched a countywide search to find someone from Kerry who has what it takes to follow in the follow in the footsteps of Irish rowing stars Paul and Gary O’Donovan as a Nissan Generation Next car ambassador.

The successful applicant will get to drive a brand new, taxed and insured Nissan of their choice for one year as one of ten Nissan Generation Next ambassadors, just like the famous Olympians from Skibbereen.

“The programme presents a golden opportunity for Kerry’s young entrepreneurs, innovators, rising sports stars, musicians, artists, chefs and anyone who is passionate about what they do to get ahead on their journey to success with the backing and support of Nissan,” said local Nissan dealer David Randles, Dealer Principal at Randles

Bros Limited.

Nissan Generation Next has already helped 30 inspirational ambassadors to overcome obstacles and to achieve their goals, including the two O’Donovan brothers whom it supported throughout the course of their remarkable journey to Olympic, European and World Championship success.

“Nissan saw the potential in us to go all the way and that spurred us on. Dream big and apply. Your dream may well come true with Nissan,” said Paul O’Donovan.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants can apply online at www. nissangenerationnext.ie up to Wednesday, May 17. Family and friends can also make applications on behalf of individuals whom they consider to be an ideal Nissan Generation Next ambassador.

The O’Donovan brothers who launched the nationwide search to find 10 new Nissan Generation Next ambassadors.

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Tour De Munster Teams Up With Down Syndrome Ireland Details of the charity partnership that sees the 17th annual Tour De Munster Charity Cycle once again “share the journey” with Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI) Munster Branches were officially announced last week at Ballyseedy Home & Garden Centre in Tralee.

This will be the 8th successive year that the national charity has been the beneficiary of popular 600km cycle around the six counties of Munster, which this year takes place from August 10-13.

A new addition to this year’s Tour de Munster is the option for cyclists to select their own beneficiary and raise funds and awareness for it. Fundraising can include personal sponsorship, but also commercial sponsorship

whereby a sponsor logo placement will accompany a donation attracted by that participant.

Since its inception in 2001, Tour de Munster has raised over €2.4 million for its beneficiaries, with over €1.9 million for DSI alone, with a staggering €285,655 raised in 2016. All cyclists cover their own expenses.

This year’s Tour de Munster begins on Thursday, August 10t in Cork City and continues over four days around the six counties of Munster – including through Killarney - until it culminates back in Cork on Sunday, August 13.

Cycling legend, Sean Kelly, who is an avid supporter of Tour de Munster, will once again cycle with the group for the full four days of the Tour.

Risteárd Pierse, Chairman, Down Syndrome Kerry with Niamh Foley, Killarney at Tour de Munster’s Pic: Pauline Dennigan.

Brassil: Killarney Needs More Ambulances Fianna Fáil TD John Brassil has called on Minister for Health Simon Harris to ensure that the Killarney area is adequately serviced by locally based ambulances.

Deputy Brassil made the call following receipt of information from the HSE that shows that two out of every five ambulance call-outs in the Killarney area were serviced by ambulances from outside the catchment area.

“In 2016, there were 1357 requests for ambulance support in the Killarney area with a massive 573 of these requiring the support of ambulances not based in the area,” Brassil said.

“While of course there might be certain situations where an ambulance from a neighbouring area might

be best served dealing with an emergency call, when just fewer than 40% of calls are being dealt with by external ambulances, there is a problem.

“It’s clear to me that there simply aren’t enough ambulances located in the Killarney area to service the growing needs of the town and surrounding communities.

“We shouldn’t be relying on ambulances from other areas to look after the needs of local people. Killarney is a big town, with a large hinterland.

“The HSE, the National Ambulance Service and the Minister need to commit to providing additional ambulance cover during the day and at night. There is at present just one ambulance covering the area locally.

This is wholly inadequate,” concluded Brassil.

Kerry Win In Croke Park Tralee based Premier Financial Services have won the prestigious LPI Best Investment Broker in Ireland Award at the annual Life, Pensions and Investment Industry Awards in Croke Park.

Over 530 financial services professionals attended the LPI Awards Gala, a celebratory night to recognise and commend those at the forefront of their industry. Premier Financial Services’ win is in recognition of their excellence, professionalism and dedication in providing their client base with the best investment consultancy and ad-

vice in Ireland today.

“Winning the LPI Best Investment Broker in Ireland Award places Premier Financial Services as the country’s top investment and pensions consultancy,” said Denis Murphy MD. “Our measure of success is simple. We help our clients understand where they are today, where they want to go to in the future and provide them with a clear plan to get there. As with all great wins, this was a team effort and I want to acknowledge the continued commitment of each member of our team here at Premier Financial Services.”

Members of the Premier Financial Services team who won the LPI Best Investment Broker Award. From left: Philip Sicat, Anne Corkery, Mark Corkery, Eoin Liston, John Reen, Denis Murphy, Elaine Hennessy and Colette Clohessy.

80km Run In Aid Of Two-Year-Old Faith Charity

Over 75 people will run from Killarney to Castletownroche to raise funds so a local family can finally see their daughter take her first steps. The runners are taking on the challenge of running 80km each on Saturday, April 29 to raise €100,000 for a life-changing operation.

Two-year old Faith Browne from Cork has spastic diplegia cerebal palsy, which means she cannot walk, crawl or even sit up unassisted. Faith also has a rare hearing condition called Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder (ANSD).

After tirelessly searching for a treatment, Faith’s parents, Lisa Browne and Dave Carroll have found an operation in St Louis Hospital, Missouri that specialises in helping patients with spastic cerebral palsy move independently. The operation, called Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy (SDR), treats muscle stiffness in cerebral pal-

sy by separating the rootlets in the spine.

This, teamed with intensive physiotherapy three to four times a week, will help Faith to finally walk, skip and play like her older sister Lydia.

The €100,000 will cover the operation in St Louis Hospital and pay for four weeks accommodation, flights and intensive physio in Missouri as well as two to three years private physio and equipment after the operation.

Faith’s family have received generous donations from people around the country so far, including Irish footballer James McClean who donated €1000, however they are long way off the amount needed for Faith’s operation and follow-up treatment.

“We have received so many generous donations so far, however we have a long way to go. The 80km run will

hopefully raise awareness of our fundraiser for Faith. We all just want Faith to live a pain free, independent life one-day and this operation in St Louis is what we’re counting on to transform little Faith’s life for the better, said Michaela Browne, Faith’s cousin. “To see Faith walk, skip and dance one day would be a dream come true for us all.”

Runners from a number of athletic clubs are taking part in the ‘80k in One Day’ run from Killarney to Faith’s home in Castletownroche, Cork on April 29. For more info, check out her Go Fund Me page at www.gofundme.com/289n7xbs.

Inset: Two-year-old Faith Browne who suffers from spastic diplegia cerebral palsy.

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The Edinburgh Woollen Mill set to open new store in Killarney creating eight jobs The Edinburgh Woollen Mill is investing in a new store located in Killarney Outlet Centre, bringing eight new jobs to the area.

The new Edinburgh Woollen Mill store will open on Friday 5 May at 9am, with staff greeting the first 40 customers to make a purchase in store with a goody bag.

To celebrate the landmark opening of the store, staff will greet the first 40 customers to make a purchase in store with a goody bag. Customers will be able to choose from a goody bag comprising Edinburgh Woollen Mill or Ponden Home Interiors gifts.

The store will also mark its arrival in the area with an in-store competition, rewarding 40 lucky visitors with a prize.

The first visitors to find the envelopes hidden around the store will walk away with either an Edinburgh Woollen Mill or Ponden Home Interiors voucher to spend in store.

Colin Davidson, Area Manager for the store in Killarney, said: “We are delighted to bring The Edinburgh Woollen Mill and Ponden Home to Killarney and I’m confident the store will be a superb addition to the town’s existing retail offering.

“I’d like to welcome locals in the area to join us on 5 May to celebrate the opening of our new store and browse our fantastic selection of spring/ summer fashion and homeware collections.

“Our first customers have the chance to snap up a goody bag and take part in our competition to find the hidden vouchers.”

The new store will feature some of The Edinburgh Woollen Mill’s most sought after men’s and ladies wear including Country Rose, Isle, Honor Millburn, and One Valley, as well as a full range of gifts and accessories.

The Ponden Home Interiors concession will include popular items such as a full bedding range showcasing its Egyptian cotton sheet collection, Ponden Home quilts, ever popular Hotel Firm Pillows, non-iron sheeting, mattress protectors, towels and ready-made curtains, as well as an elegant selection of soft furnishings and a home style gifts range.

Store address: Unit 13/15, The Killarney Outlet Centre, Fair Hill, Killarney, Co Kerry Further details on The Edinburgh Woollen Mill product range and store network can be found by visiting www.ewm.co.uk and www.facebook.com/edinburghwoollenmill.

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Skellig Michael

Set For Extra 150 Visitors Per Day

Inset: Photos of the recent rockfall on Skellig Michael. Officials are hopeful that the island will be open to the public on May 14 as planned.

A boost in the number of licensed boats is expected to allow around 150 extra bold travellers to visit Skellig Michael every single day.

Following an open competition where interested parties were examined and assessed by an independent panel, the Office of Public Works announced the award of thirteen permits for boatmen.

A total of 22 applicants submitted papers for the competition and the OPW stated that they were happy that the individuals selected will be able to offer an excellent service to visitors when the season starts shortly.

Boatmen had previously operated under a scheme initially introduced in 1994 which ensured that Operator numbers were strictly controlled to avoid overpressure on the Island and its famous early Christian Monastic settle-

ment.

Under this legacy arrangement, the right to land passengers at Skellig Michael was reserved to a number of specific boatmen nominated annually by the OPW and these individuals operated the system for many years on this basis.

The OPW announced in 2016 that it was moving progressively to replace this system with a new model that allowed a greater range of operators the chance to compete for the permits.

The process of introducing the new system began in 2016 when an initial pilot competition for two permits was completed. The announcement this week of the nomination of a further thirteen permit holders will therefore bring the total number of permits to fifteen, which is the maximum sustainable

Killarney Youngster Gets Munster Call-Up Talented Killarney athlete Craig McKenzie-Vass is the pride of Killarney Rugby Football Club having earned himself a call-up to the West Munster U-15 training programme.

“Apart from Craig’s excellent ball skills and physicality, as well as his work off the ball, his attitude to both training and competitive outings is fantastic,” said coach Tom Campbell.

“Craig is an extremely charismatic, outgoing and popular player, and if he continues on the path he is going may well progress to the very top level. His

coaches and teammates we wish Craig all the best,” he added.

Craig will be hoping to impress his coaches at the exclusive programme which takes place over the summer months.

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All permits will now move to a threeyear rotation and a fresh competition will be held after every third season when all permits will be renewed and other operators get a fresh opportunity to enter the business.

The successful operators and their vessels who were nominated will, once the relevant standstill period has been completed in two weeks’ time, be finally confirmed and will then be in a position to begin to carry passengers when the visitor season starts.

Interest in the historic site has increased significantly since it appeared in the latest Star Wars movie.

The news of the new permits comes just a few weeks after a major rockfall was discovered on the island.

The OPW insists that good progress has

been made in dealing with the rockfall.

“The specialist safety access team who were on the island last week have surveyed all of the slopes concerned and have satisfactorily resolved all of the areas where there was a suspicion of loose material,” a spokesperson said.

“At this stage, no large material remains to threaten the Lighthouse Road, though it is evident that, as conditions remain very dry, there is still a possibility that the actions of burrowing birds in particular may continue to dislodge small material from the mountainside.”

They added that the OPW was “cautiously optimistic’ that Skellig Michael will open to the public on schedule on May 14.

The OPW will continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates in due course.

Festival

Bealtaine Festival Back In The Library Killarney Library is delighted to announce that Bealtaine Festival will return again this May. Bealtaine Festival is a national celebration of creativity as we age. Killarney Library will host two events.

The first event is a twopart art workshop facilitated by Tina Reed and will take place on Thursday May 11 & 18 from 11am - 12.30pm.

Prior booking is essential as places are limited on this workshop. Bookings can be made by phoning Killarney Li-

brary on 064-6632655 or by emailing killarney@ kerrylibrary.ie Killarney Library will also host a film screening as part of Bealtaine Festival celebrations.

12 Angry Men starring Henry Fonda will be screened on Tuesday May 16 at 6.30pm. Considered one of the alltime great cinema classics, this film focuses on a jury’s deliberation in a capital murder case and won the Best Film award at the 1958 Academy Awards. This event is hosted in association with Access Cinema.

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Speed Networking Event Aims To Boost Local Business The brightest and the best of the Killarney business world will descend upon the Dromhall Hotel on May 4 as the Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce hosts a speed networking event aimed at developing business within the town.

“We’re trying to keep as much business at home as possible,” Chamber President Paul O’Neill said.

“The event is naturally open to Chamber members but also to non-members as well; any business or service that are looking to make contacts and to introduce their business to other local businesspeople.”

The unique format will afford participants the opportunity to meet and find out about a wide variety of entre-

preneurs and their operations.

“Each person will get a short intro period to speak about their business,” Paul explained. “Then you move on to the next person.

“It should be a bit of fun. It will be a good way to meet new people and hopefully do some business.”

Anyone interested in attending should contact 064 6637928 or email chamber@killarney.ie.

Registration on the night is at 6.30pm with the event scheduled to kick off at 7pm. Tickets are available for €20 to Chamber members and €25 to non-members, which includes a meal and a glass of wine.

Chamber President Paul O’Neill pictured inset.

CD Launch At Holy Cross Day Care There’s sure to be a great day’s entertainment at Holy Cross Day Care Centre as they launch their brand new CD. The eagerly anticipated record is called Cluid Singers and is being released on Tuesday, May 2. The launch coincides with this year’s Age & Opportunity’s Bealtaine Festival.

Each year, Age & Opportunity invites local authorities, arts centres, libraries, active retirement groups, care settings, community groups, clubs and associations from every part of the country to run Bealtaine events that celebrate creativity as we age.

Itinerary

1.10pm: Welcome – Denise 1.20pm: CD Launch –Holy Cross Gardens 1.30pm: Cluid Singers will perform songs Music and dancing will follow 3.00pm: Break for afternoon tea 4.00pm: John Curteen’s Magic show 5.00pm: Dave Buckley band with dancing

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Not Enough Wheelchair Accessible Taxis

Killarney Councillor Mick Gleeson has called on the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport Shane Ross to examine the apparent lack of wheelchair accessible taxis in Ireland.

He also said that if taxi owners who have received the relevant grants refuse to pick up those with disabilities, their licenses should be reviewed.

Speaking at the monthly Kerry County Council meeting, Cllr Gleeson said that the situation nationally was “totally unsatisfactory”.

“It has been rightly said that society can best be judged on how well it cares and caters for those who are less well able to care for themselves due to age, illness or disability,” he said.

“There are few as disadvantaged as people who wish to travel somewhere but are unable to do so because they have a degree of incapacity that prevents them from driving or availing of standard public transport.

“It is to overcome that disadvantage

that some taxi owners have been allocated grants to adapt their vehicles to make them wheelchair accessible.

There are in Kerry quite a few such taxis.

“Sadly, however, it is quite often the experience of people with disability who call for a taxi that no such appropriate vehicle is available at that time.

The reason for the taxi being unavailable is usually because the vehicle is said to be on an errand.

“That reply suggests that either there are not enough wheelchair accessible taxis or else taxi drivers do not wish to have to transport wheelchair users.”

He went on to say that Minister Ross should look into the issue with a view to ensuring equality of treatment for all and especially for those who are disadvantaged due to disability.

“If taxi owners who have received the adaptation grant habitually refuse to facilitate those with disability,” he continued, “then their licence needs to be reviewed.”

Business

Kerry Company Receives Enterprise Ireland Backing StoryStock.com, a media tech company based in the Tom Crean Centre in the Kerry Technology Park, has been selected as one of only 15 companies nationally from 250 for the Competitive Start Funding programme operated by Enterprise Ireland.

StoryStock fended off tough competition from around the island of Ireland to become the only Kerry company in this round to be awarded the funding.

StoryStock has just completed the Enterprise Ireland Funded New Frontiers Programme at IT Tralee.

Speaking after the 15 companies were announced, StoryStock’s Francis Fitzgibbon described it as a good day for the StoryStock team “We have put a lot of work into this process and were over the moon when selected as the only Kerry company to qualify,” he said.

“We are extremely grateful to everyone in the Tralee IT who run the Enterprise Ireland New Frontiers programme for their support and help during the past six months. We’re also grateful to regional Enterprise Ireland Representative Jerry Moloney, the Kerry Local Enterprise Office and the countless number of Kerry companies who advised and helped us on this journey.

Tomas Hayes (Kerry Local Enterprise Office), Jerry Moloney (Enterprise Ireland), Anne Looney (Tralee IT), Francis Fitzgibbon (CEO StoryStock), Brid McElligott (Tralee IT), Shane O’Connor (StoryStock), Pierre Leveque (StoryStock), Kieran Murphy (StoryStock) and Tadhg Fleming (StoryStock).

“It is great to see an entrepreneurial spirit alive and well in Kerry. Our sole focus now is getting our platform ready for market as soon as we possibly can.”

The StoryStock team has grown to five are continuously building a global community of journalists and content creators who are uploading stories about people from all over the world to StoryStock.com.

The company then licenses these stories to media and brands all around the world.

The Competitive Start Fund is part of Enterprise Ireland’s strategy for increasing the number and quality of high potential start-up companies that have the potential to employ more than ten persons and achieve €1 million in export sales within three years.

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New Edinburgh Woollen Mill Store Creates 8 New Jobs The Edinburgh Woollen Mill is investing in a new store located in the Killarney Outlet Centre, bringing eight new jobs to the area.

The new Edinburgh Woollen Mill store will open on Friday, May 5 at 9am, with staff greeting the first 40 customers to make a purchase in store with a goody bag.

Customers will be able to choose from a bag comprising Edinburgh Woollen Mill or Ponden Home Interiors gifts.

The store will also mark its arrival to the area with an in-store competition, rewarding 40 lucky visitors with a prize. The first visitors to find the envelopes hidden around the store will walk away with either an Edinburgh Woollen Mill or Ponden Home Interiors voucher to spend in store.

“We are delighted to bring The Edinburgh Woollen Mill to Killarney and I’m confident the store will be a

superb addition to the town’s existing retail offering,” Area Manager Colin Davidson said.

“I’d like to welcome locals in the area to join us on May 5 to celebrate the opening of our new store and browse our fantastic selection of spring/summer fashion and homeware collections.

“Our first customers have the chance to snap up a goody bag and take part in our competition to find the hidden vouchers.”

The new store will feature some of The Edinburgh Woollen Mill’s most sought after men’s and ladies wear including Country Rose, Isle, Honor Millburn, and One Valley, as well as a full range of gifts and accessories.

The Ponden Home Interiors concession will include popular items such as a full bedding range showcasing its Egyptian cotton sheet collection, Ponden

Home quilts, ever popular Hotel Firm Pillows, noniron sheeting, mattress protectors, towels and readymade curtains, as well as an elegant selection of soft furnishings and a home style gifts range.

The Baby Market Returns

cent de Paul shops; any unsold and unwanted item at the end of each event is left for SVP collection. This is beneficial to both SVP and to the sellers who can effortlessly donate items rather than lugging them home.

Angela Nagle runs the Munster-based business and, as a budget aware mother herself, she spotted the opportunity for events to buy and sell pre-loved baby goods.

With 50 events in Munster now under their belt and over 200 customers at each show, they can safely say that a new parent can save as much as €1,000 on the cost of basic new baby items.

The Baby Market is currently running events in Killarney, Cork, Limerick, Dublin, Carlow and Navan, with

events also planned for Cavan.

Sellers can rent a stall to sell their own items for €30, or individual items can be dropped off and sold for a 25% commission.

For full details, check out www.babymarket.ie or e-mail Angie at info@babymarket.ie.

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New Kerry Mass For Fallen Bikers There will be a memorial mass for all fallen bikers this July in Kerry.

The event, which will take place at the Church of the Assumption in Moyvane on July 15, will give people from Kerry and the wider Munster area the opportunity to pay tribute to their late comrades.

The idea came about when organiser Eileen O’Flaherty travelled with her partner to Monaghan for a similar mass.

“The mass in Monaghan is supposed to cover all of Ireland,” Eileen said. “But it’s quite a distance to travel for anyone in the south. We were the only ones from this side of the country who went up to it.”

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felt that they had to do something similar a bit closer to home.

“We put a committee together and decided to organise one down here,” she said. “We approached the organisers up in Monaghan to ask if they’d mind if we had one in Kerry, and obviously they had no problem with it.”

The mass has been promoted in Limerick, Clare, Cork and Kerry, so the organisers are hoping for a good turnout on the day.

There will also be a special candle-lighting service to honour loved ones.

“If you’re coming, you can order candles through us,” Eileen explained.

“They’ll have names printed on them and before the mass commences, a family member will be taking up their own loved one’s candle.”

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The Baby Market returns to Killarney on Sunday, May 7 from 12-2pm at The Brehon Hotel.

The show will be bursting at the seams with second-hand baby, children and maternity goods for sale as well as entertainment for kids and beautiful new and handmade baby items.

These wonderful events have turned into a bargain hunter’s paradise for budget conscious parents who still insist on high quality.

The show will have over 20 stalls with top quality preloved baby, children and maternity gear.

“I’m expecting my second baby in a few months and I came home with everything I needed! I saved over €400!” said satisfied customer Laura O’Leary.

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Natalie O’Neill and Will Robbins in the Grand.

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Conor Leader and Irene O’Keefe in the Porterhouse.

Claire Herlihy celebrating her 40th Birthday in the Plaza.

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Education

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Teachmeet & Makermeets Set To Come To Kerry A TeachMeet is an informal gathering of teachers and educators designed to share good practice, technological innovations, pedagogy and personal experiences in teaching. TeachMeets began in 2006 in Scotland and have extended around the world and now include off-shoots such as MakerMeets, MathMeets and more. MakerMeets are areas in which teachers learn crafts such music creation, coding, interactive skills and more.

These are free events run by teachers for teachers and are intended to explore further development and upskilling amongst professionals within the community and abroad.

Mini and micro presentations (3 or 7 minutes) are given by teachers on a wide variety of topics such as technology, behavior management, literacy, classroom management and much more.

TeachMeet and MakerMeet Kerry will be held in The Education Centre, Tralee on Saturday 29 April 2017. The TeachMeet will begin

at 10.00 and run until 12.00. There will be an hour for lunch (provided), and the MakerMeet will then commence at 14.00 and run until 17.00.

You can register for the TeachMeet at: www.teachmeet-kerry-april17. eventbrite.ie and you can register for the MakerMeet at: www.makermeet-kerry-april17.eventbrite.ie.

If you are interested in presenting at either of these events, please register your interest at: bit.ly/ teachmeet-kerry There is no cost for either event and all are welcome. If you can’t make it, but would like to follow along online, you can follow on Twitter @chrisreina and use the hashtag: #tmkerry.

If you would like further information, you can go to: irishteachmeet. wikispaces.com or www.teachmeetireland.com or contact Chris Reina on 087-2685020 or email chris@ teachtech.support

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May Racing Festival

Race-Goers Off To Wonderland For May Festival Killarney will be at the races from May 14-16 as the summer festival rolls around once again.

Sunday and Monday are both National Hunt cards, while Tuesday is an all-flat card.

On Sunday, the always-popular Mad Hatters Day takes place as racing fans are invited to head to Wonderland and get creative. There will be great prizes for children and adults, so see if you can wow the judges with your best design. The theme for the day will incorporate ‘imagination, colour and fun’.

To take part in the contest, entrants should proceed (before 3pm) to the ‘Mad Hatters Gathering’ in the Glass Bar situated upstairs over the Jim Culloty Bar. There our judges will peruse the spectacular headpieces on show.

The winners will be announced in the Parade Ring at approximately 4.30pm.

We eagerly await the opening day of our 2017 racing season and Sunday May 14 promises to be an action-packed opening with the very best of National Hunt racing and many more attractions which should ensure a great day out for all,” said Manager of Killarney Racecourse, Micheál Lucey.

The first race on Sunday is at 2.05pm with the feature race on the day being The Grade B Redweld Engineering Limited Handicap Hurdle with a prize fund of €50,000.

Monday is Lá na gClub with six local GAA clubs, including All-Ireland Club Champions Dr Crokes, going for glory in a

Siún Morrissey, Jennifer Rea and Mathona Morrissey enjoying their own Mad Hatter tea party in Killarney National Park for the launch of the May Racing Festival. Pic: Valerie O’Sullivan.

free-taking competition. The participants will be vying to win a prize of €2,000 for their respective team.

Monday is also Killarney National Night with the running of the McSweeney Arms Hotel Killarney National, which is over three miles and two furlongs.

Last year’s race was won by JP McManus’s prolific cross country chaser Cantlow and this year’s renewal promises to be ultra competitive with a prize fund of

Cubs

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The cubs from the Derrynane Scouts enjoying Eclipse Ireland Activity and Adventure Centre, Kenmare.

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

Following a year of chart-topping album sales, capacity concert shows and a hugely successful television series, the Belfast and Dublin arena shows inspired the star to put pen to paper about just what it feels like to be living the dream:

€40,000 up for grabs. First Race is off at 5.10pm.

Tuesday’s race card is a flat card and first race is off at 5.50pm.

With almost €400,000 prize money on offer over the three days it promises to be a great racing festival.

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“We’ve enjoyed the most phenomenal success in recent years and I’m so lucky to be living out my dreams as an entertainer.

Penned alongside acclaimed writer Don Mescall, Livin’ the Dream is a brandnew, original track to celebrate the singer’s achievements to date and looks ahead to the exciting days still to come: “The arena shows are incredibly exciting – probably the biggest achievement of

The German team practicing in Lahard, Beaufort for the World Ploughing Championships which took place in Killarney in 1954. Pic supplied by the Leslie family.

my touring career to date,” said Nathan. “The band and I just sold out two arena shows in Belfast and Dublin in two amazing venues, so it seemed like a great milestone to write about.

“I’ve been attending arena shows all my life, sitting up in the balcony or down in the crowd listening to my idols like Brad Paisley and Elton John. To play in these venues, stand in their shoes and see

how these places look from the other side will be incredible and I can’t wait.

It’s a dream I hope to keep living out again and again!”

Livin’ the Dream can be bought now from iTunes.

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

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Don’t put all your Eggs in one Basket!

Planning for your financial future will give you peace of mind today. This week, our Expert Qualified Financial Advisor, Eoin Liston, Premier Financial Services, discusses diversification in your investments.

We have all heard this phrase in some context over our lifetimes.

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Gardaí Want The Right To Grow Beards Comment

Words: Adam Moynihan

Gardaí have called on the powers that be to change long-standing rules which forbid the growth of facial hair.

On the final day of the Garda Representative Association, which has been the focus of intense media attention due to a string of major controversies, things took a slightly more trivial turn when Kildare rep John-Joe O’Connell tabled a motion on the right to facial hair.

“It’s a fact of life men grow hair on their faces,” O’Connell argued. Asking garda delegates to back the proposal, he quipped: “I promise it will grow on you.”

The jokes weren’t finished there as Sligo-Leitrim’s Jack Kellliher also spoke up in favour of the mo-

tion.

“It’s not like we want to reunite the Dubliners,” he said.

Perhaps understandably, given everything that has come to light recently, Garda Commissioner Nóirín O’Sullivan said changing this partuicular rule was not high on her list of priorities.

In fairness to the gardaí in question, it does seem like a fairly outdated rule, especially considering how popular facial hair has become over the past few years.

Policemen are permitted to grow beards in many jurisdictions worldwide.

In fact, officers in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh are actually offered cash incentives (an

extra 30 rupees per month) to grow a moustache as their bosses believe it makes them better equipped to carry out their duties.

It might be a bit cheeky for gardaí in Ireland to ask for a payrise just to grow a beard, but maybe the Commissioner could take a leaf out of the Royal Navy’s book.

A sailor who wants to cultivate a full beard must submit a form requesting ‘permission to stop shaving’. He then has two weeks to ‘grow a full set’ before presenting himself to the Master at Arms, who decides if the beard is respectable enough to keep.

That would, at least, guarantee a high standard of beards amongst our police force.

Trump Plans To Reform US Tax System

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ternational advantage for the Irish economy.

The US administration has also promised to introduce a one-off “repatriation rate” that would be offered to US companies to move profits back to the United States, targeting companies such as Apple who have cash piles of billions outside the US. The US treasury secretary argues that the dramatic cut in corporate tax could lead to over $2 trillion in lost revenue over 10 years but would be compensated by economic growth.

The proposed import tax could hit billions of dollars worth of pharmaceutical and medical products that are shipped each year from Ireland to the US. While the proposed change might not threaten current US companies based here, it could very much effect future FDI.

Targeting companies such as Apple

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Trump has proposed one of the biggest US tax system reforms in decades, stating he will cut the corporate tax rate from 35% to 15% in an effort to “unleash” growth in the economy.

The proposal still needs to be approved by Congress but if passed it could have a significant impact on US foreign direct investment into Ireland, potentially cancelling out Ireland’s competitive advantage on corporate tax.

Minister for Finance Michael Noonan responded cautiously. “We really don’t know where it will land until we see the detail of it,” he said, before adding that it remained to be seen whether any rate reduction would be permanent or temporary.

A 15% rate would be close to Ireland’s 12.5% corporation tax rate, a level viewed as a key in-

Kenny: No Change To Our Corporation Tax Enda Kenny has said that Ireland would not be changing its corporate tax rates after the Trump administration proposed one of the biggest reforms of the US tax system in decades.

Attending a jobs announcement in Dublin on Thursday, Mr Kenny said: “It is a matter of national competence. We will not be changing our corporate tax rate.”

“I’m happy to note that the American adminis-

tration has not put tariffs on imports into America, therefore on exports from Ireland, and that’s an important situation.”

Mr Kenny said US companies were attracted to Ireland because of “the quality of the talent pool”, and the Irish education system was “nimble and flexible enough to meet the challenge”.

Let me tell you, there will be no change to our corporation tax.

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Irish motorists could face speeding fines based on their salaries under the new Road Safety proposals.

Currently the speeding fine is fixed but under the new proposal a driver earning €50,000 a year salary would face a fine of €1,000 based on income.

According to the Road Safety Authority the income-linked system is being seriously considered and is expected to be submitted to the Department of Transport soon.

This proposed system is currently in place in Finland. A Finnish businessman named Reima Kuisla was recently caught going 65 in a 50mph zone in his home country. Currently in Ireland this would be a fixed fine of €80.

But after Finnish police were ‘finished’ with Mr Kuisla, the amount that he was required to pay was €54,000 under Finland’s salary based system.

Mr Kuisla’s declared income was €6.5 million per year.

In 2002, a Nokia executive was fined €94,500 for going 45 in a 30mph zone on his motorcycle and the NHL player Teemu Selanne incurred a €35,780 fine two years previous.

In Finland there is no ceiling on the fines themselves but is taken as a constant proportion of income whether you make €80,000 a year or €800,000.

Income-based fines could introduce fairness to a legal system that shows bias to income levels, but points are points no matter how much you earn.

In my opinion this offers little in the way of sorting the speeding issue but is a good way of introducing another indirect tax.

However, if you are Mr Kuisla and you can afford it, will it change your driving habits?

The controversy surrounding the proposed move of the National Maternity Hospital took another dramatic twist on Thursday as former master of the NMH Dr Peter Boylan resigned from the executive board.

Speaking to the Pat Kenny show on Newstalk he explained his decision.

“I can’t remain a member of a board which is so blind to the consequences of its decision to transfer sole ownership of the hospital to the religious Sisters of Charity and so deaf to the concerns of the public which it serves,” he said.

Later, he told RTE that the situation was “like an episode of Father Ted.” Like many independent observers, Boylan had voiced his concerns about the involvement of the Sisters of Charity at the new site at St Vincent’s Elm Park, specifically how their Catholic ethos might potentially interfere with the independent operation of a maternity hospital.

“It’s been said that the nuns are not going to run the hospital - that’s absolutely correct,” he conceded.

“I’ve never suggested that they would run the hospital, but they own the hospital, they own the company that runs it and they have undue representation on the board.”

Inset: Dr Peter Boylan.

Chernobyl Victims ‘Not Forgotten’ On the 31st anniversary of the nuclear reactor tragedy in Chernobyl, President Michael D Higgins paid tribute to the victims of what he called “a dark day in human history”.

He also hailed Chernobyl Children International, the humanitarian organisation founded in 1991 by Irish woman Adi Roche, as “one of the leading advocates for the support of the children who were affected by

15% Of College Students Don’t Make 2nd Year 6,200 third-level students did not progress to their second year, according to a new report from the Higher Education Authority.

The report, carried out in 2014/15, also revealed that students in level 6 and level 7 courses were more likely to drop out.

The dropout rate for construction-related courses was 28%, while for teachers it was just 4%.

the Chernobyl disaster across the stricken regions”.

“Last year Adi Roche passionately addressed the United Nations General Assembly… calling on The UN to formally declare April 26 as International Chernobyl Disaster Remembrance Day, to provide a lasting legacy of hope to say to future generations of victims ‘You are not alone - you are not forgotten.’”

Le Pen’s Party Accused Of €5m European Parliament Fraud The European Parliament has accused French presidential candidate Marine Le Pen’s party of defrauding €5m in expenses, more than twice an initial estimate. Funds meant for parliamentary assistants went to pay off staff for party work in France between 2012 and 2017.

The allegations, which Ms Le Pen denies, have triggered an investigation in France. In March, Ms Le Pen invoked her MEP’s immunity in refusing to submit to questioning by investigating magistrates.

Her chief of staff and another party official have been charged with concealment.

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Mark Clifford of the Sheehan-Murphy School of Irish Dancing who won bronze and a globe in the 13-14 boys section of the World Irish Dancing Championships.

Saoirse Clifford of the Sheehan-Murphy School of Irish Dancing who won bronze and a globe in the 10-11 girls section of the World Irish Dancing Championships.

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Welcome

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elcome to our April edition of Home and Living. The sun is shining! All our attention is to the outdoors.

Even though our Irish weather isn’t always condusive to outdoors it does make us appreciate every fine day from our varying climate, we all seem to love sitting out in our gardens when the sun shines. I love getting all the pots planted at the first sign of sun so I can sit back and enjoy them for the summer. We are looking at outdoor furniture, pots, plants, colours for your patio this month and conservatory furniture for the chilly days you want to enjoy your garden from inside. Location, location, location, our house this month in Nunstown, Aghadoe boosts amazing living space, ready to move right in. It’s on the market with Sherry Fitzgerald Coughlans. Hopefully our fine weather is a good sign of the summer to come so get the wellies on now, so you can sit and enjoy your garden when the sun shines!

Directory Corcoran's Hal-Lou Furnishings Sliding Wardrobes Maurice Prendiville Acme Blinds Factory Carpets Direct Ardfert Furniture Cremur Moriartys of Killorglin McElligotts Kadri Bormeiter Lots Ted Healy M.D. O'Shea Boyles

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Note book Enjoy your garden from inside and out If you’re lucky enough to have a conservatory or sunroom to enjoy your garden from inside, or are thinking of extending, we have put together our top picks, all sourced locally to save you some time. Summer's on the way! Even though, with our Irish weather, there are some days you can only enjoy it from the coziness of your home.

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HIS modern family home offers wonderfully spacious accommodation.

The four-bedroom residence is located at one of the world’s most scenic spots, Aghadoe. Not only that, but it is perched on the pinnacle of the hill on a half-acre site with sweeping views to Lough Leane and the McGillicuddy Reeks mountain range.

The property is situated an excellent residential location near to Killarney town, Killarney Golf & Fishing Club and just minutes’ away from Killarney National Park.

This well-finished residence offers exceptional living accommodation, which includes entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen/dining room, family/playroom, bathroom, utility and four ensuite bedrooms.

Special features and services include underfloor heating throughout with each room being thermostatically controlled.

The residence boasts an air-to-water heating system as well as woodgrain double-glazed PVC windows.

The property is wired for an alarm and additional attractions include TV/phone points in all bedrooms.

Recessed lights and an oak timber floor feature in the entrance hall.

A Stanley stove with stone feature surround, oak timber flooring, and coving all feature in the sitting room. French doors lead from this area to the hallway.

The kitchen/dining room has a maple timber floor, fitted beech units, integrated oven, ceramic hob, dishwasher and fridge freezer.

A patio door faces west, while French doors lead to a family room/playroom.

And from the ultra-modern to the beautifully nostalgic, the bathroom features a Victorian-style freestanding bath.

The property, which is on the market with Sherry Fitzgerald Coghlan, has an asking price of €395,000; contact 064-6631892 or 087-2668591 or email info@sfmc.ie

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Loreto Road, Killarney 4 bed detached bungalow (2,000 sq.ft. approx.) in exclusive area on Loreto Road. Located only 2.5km from Killarney town centre and close to all amenities. Extremely private 1 acre site enclosed by mature trees and hedging.

Price: €450,000 30 Rossdara, Loreto Road, Killarney Superb 4 bed Semi in this much sought after development close to National Park and minutes from Killarney town.

Extended (1,560 Sq.Ft.) and redecorated in recent years.

Maintenance free rear patio/terrace area

Price: €320,000 PROPERTIES URGENTLY REQUIRED FOR SALE IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING SELLING YOUR PROPERTY, CONTACT US FOR A FREE CONSULTATION ON YOUR PROPERTY.

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atios, along with decks, are the workhorses of outdoor entertaining.

Although many factors affect the success of a patio, the most important consideration is its location.

A patio's site affects how much it is used and influences how well it serves the intended purpose. If the patio is for outdoor dining, having it close to the house - and kitchen - increases the likelihood of its being used. A spot that is convenient to the kitchen may have too much or too little sun or an unpleasant view. Wind, sound, and privacy should also be considered. You may be able to screen the unattractive views, add shade, or remove limbs to bring sunlight into the area. Consider the view from where you will be sitting. If the view is a problem, an attractive fence or trellis can be a quick solution.

The design of a patio should take into account the style of the house and the surrounding garden, and the purpose the patio is to serve. Size matters! A large patio is expensive and may not be necessary if you plan only intimate gatherings with family or a few friends.

However, if you like large parties, a bigger patio may be a worthwhile investment.

As a general rule, a patio is open and exposed; it visually spills into the surrounding areas. To avoid feeling exposed, consider adding a pergola or other overhead structure to give the patio a sense of containment. Add interest to a patio by having it slightly elevated or sunken; don’t forget drainage if part or all your patio is below the surrounding grade.

Sometimes paving a narrow side yard or other small area can turn an otherwise unused spot into a functional patio.

Don’t forget some space for potted plants to add colour.

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The Perfect Boys Toys For all those BBQ fans, get the apron on and the beers in. We’ve even got some fire pits to keep you warm on those chilly evenings, relaxing after a hard day barbecuing.

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They are the colours that can be bold and vivid, but also more toned down darker neutrals would work as accent colours. The trick is to use them sparingly. It is like the quirky handbag or a pair of earrings that complete the look and add the final ''wow factor''.

This year watch out for red-orange and mustard, the warmer hues are making a comeback.

The turquoise and mint green look well in the garden area and also on the front door. The fresh blue-green lifts spirits, it is considered to be an inspirational colour.

The off-black appears softer to the eye than the pure black, you can actually never see a pure black in nature.

The off-black can be combined with smoky navy for a sophisticated look.

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Sure to be seen on all the best patios this year, wicker is the trend for the last few years and it's not going anywhere soon. It adds a touch of contrast and coziness to outdoor areas. Another big trend is colour. Add pops of colour like the blue bistro set from MD O’Sheas. Amazing! Boyles of Killorglin also has a great choice of outdoor furniture.

There's something for every taste.

If your garden furniture is in good nick but just looking a little tired (and you're feeling energetic) why not paint it? Little Greene do a selection of outdoor paints available from Corcoran’s.

Cuprinol garden shades also have a great choice of colours available from Boyles of Killorglin and MD O'Shea. The white room in Kenmare also stock Autentico which can even paint plastic if you're so inclined.

Appointments

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The 5* Muckross Park Hotel & Spa is now inviting applications for the following positions: KILLARNEY

• Assistant Front Office Manager

We are looking for an experienced

Applicants for the above position must have previous

CHEF DE PARTIE

experience in a similar role in either a 4 or 5 Star Hotel

To extend our professional kitchen team Full time all year position, competitive salary Do you want to be part of our team?

Please submit your application in writing to:

• Experienced Pastry Chef Must have experience working to 5 star standards

• Accommodation Assistants

The Human Resources Manager, Muckross Park Hotel & Spa, Muckross, Killarney, Co. Kerry

• Food & Beverage Assistants

or email hr@muckrosspark.com

Full and part-time positions available

• Spa Therapists

Please apply with CV to:

MATTHIAS ELBEL Head Chef

064 6633000 or mherfurt@holidayinnkillarney.com

LEGAL SECRETARY POSITION Legal Secretary required for busy Killarney legal practice.

Interested candidates should have the following skills:

• Excellent and accurate audio typing skills together with familiarity in digital dictation;

We are expanding

GP required to join modern progressive group practice Contact

killarneygp@gmail.com for further information

BROOK LODGE HOTEL

Msgr. O’Flaherty Road, High Street, Killarney Tel: 064 6631800 www.brooklodgekillarney.com We require personnel for the following positions:

EXPERIENCED HOTEL RECEPTIONIST ACCOMMODATION ASSISTANT BREAKFAST CHEF FOR 3 MORNINGS PER WEEK Apply with CV to: info@brooklodgekillarney.com

• Pleasant and courteous telephone manner; • Excellent administrative and organisational skills, matched with the ability to multi-task and work under pressure; • Legal Experience desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

Please email covering letter and curriculum vitae to killarneyjobadvert@yahoo.com

FOLEY’S RESTAURANT & TOWNHOUSE 23 HIGH STREET, KILLARNEY

REQUIRES:

* EXPERIENCED CHEF * COMMIS CHEF * KITCHEN PORTER * HOUSEKEEPER/SUPERVISOR * EXPERIENCED WAITRESS/WAITER * BREAKFAST WAITRESS. ––––– Full-Time/Part-Time –––––

APPLY WITH C.V. OR RING 064-6631217

Appointments

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Town Centre Killarney

WANTED

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

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OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR REQUIRED FOR IMMEDIATE START

Must be familiar with Collsoft and Sage CONTACT:

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Woodlands Industrial Estate, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Tel: 064 6635068 Fax: 0646630554

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STYLISTS WANTED

FOR NEW WALK IN SALON OPENING TOWN CENTRE RENT A CHAIR AVAILABLE APPLY TO PO BOX: 3398 KILLARNEY ADVERTISER, UNIT 1C, PARK PLACE, HIGH STREET, KILLARNEY

VAN DRIVER WANTED POSITION AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE START

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Appointments

28.04.17

REQUEST FOR TENDERS Killarney National Park Gap Trip Tender (2017-2018) Tenders are invited for licences to operate boats (max: 12 passengers) for the conveyance of passengers on the Gap Trip in Killarney National Park for the period 1st June, 2017 to 31st May 2018. The individual licences to be awarded will be as follows: • one licence to cover two boats departing from Reen Pier only, serving Lord Brandon’s Cottage, with stop-overs en route only at Inisfallen Island and Dinis Cottage, (minimum reserve price of €700 applies); • one licence to cover three boats departing from Reen Pier only, serving Lord Brandon’s Cottage, with stop-overs en route only at Inisfallen Island and Dinis Cottage,(minimum reserve price of €1,050 applies); • one licence to cover one boat departing from Reen Pier only, serving Lord Brandon’s Cottage, with stop-overs en route only at Inisfallen Island and Dinis Cottage, (minimum reserve price of €350 applies).

All of the above licences apply to pre-booked tours only. For clarity, there shall be no plying for hire at Reen Pier, at Ross Pier, within the curtilage of Ross Castle, within the public car-parking areas at Ross Castle, on Inisfallen Island or at Lord Brandon’s Cottage.

Tender information and forms can be had by applying directly to Mr Padruig O’Sullivan, Conservation Ranger, Killarney National Park.

Email: Padruig.O’Sullivan@ahg.gov.ie Closing date for receipt of tenders is Friday 12th May 2017 at 12 Noon The Department reserves the right, solely at its own discretion, to extend the licence annually thereafter for up to a maximum period of three years, subject to agreement on price etc.

REQUEST FOR TENDERS Killarney National Park Covered Pleasure Craft on Lough Leane Tender (2017-2018) Tenders are invited for the operation of covered pleasure craft for the conveyance of passengers on Lough Leane, Killarney National Park, from 1st June 2017 to 31st May, 2018.

The Department reserves the right, solely at its own discretion, to extend the licence annually thereafter for up to a maximum period of three years, subject to agreement on price etc.

Operators must have a valid Passenger Ship Certificate for the vessel from the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport.

They will also be required to have a current Tax Clearance Certificate, Health & Safety Statement and Public and Employers Liability Insurance.

Tender information and form can be had by applying directly to Mr Padruig O’Sullivan, Conservation Ranger, Killarney National Park.

Email: Padruig.O’Sullivan@ahg.gov.ie The closing date for receipt of tenders is 12 noon, on Friday, 12th May, 2017. (Late tenders will not be considered.)

Notices

28.04.17

Property Letting & Selling To Let : 3 Bedroom house in Rathmore, 3 bedroom house in Faha Country Club, 3 bedroom house in Ardaneanig, 2 bedroom town house in chapel court. Contact Roger: 086-8136888 To Let : Double Room, 5 mins walk form town.

Ring: 0879034130.

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

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

Would suit a working couple. No pets, no texts, no private numbers. Ring: 087-6380294 To Let : Four bedroom house, Killorglin, fully furnished. Phone: 0872423385.

To Let : Double room to let in house. Quiet estate.10 Min walk from Cinema. Tel 087-2068123.

To Let : One bed modern newly renovated apartment 8 minute drive from Killarney Town .

Parking provided. Tel : 0877998087 To Let : Room in 2 bedroom apartment to let, 1 bathroom, opposite large tesco, private parking, all mod cons, fully furnished. €900 per month.

Phone: 0873101222.

To Let : Recently refurbished and extended 3 bedroom house, 3 bathrooms, 5 mins walk to town centre, garden, parking, no pets. Ring: 0874181270.

To Let : Apartment to let, one bedroom apartment on gap road, fossa, Killarney, available for immediate occupancy. Fully self contained, all mod cons, off road private parking. Single occupancy. Would suit professional person, non smoker only. Ring: 0876204846 To Let : New insulated storage containers in a secure yard to let, 5 mins from Killarney.

Ring: 0876856921.

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

Wanted: Professional Couple looking for ensuite room for a few weeks in July & August. Area not an issue, willing to travel. Ring: 0876450016.

Wanted: 4-5 bedroom family home required to rent for 12 months. Ideally Muckross area. Contact: (086) 6772174 or geraldine.mcglynn@live.ie

Knocknagoshel Clinic: Walsh’s Bar

3rd Thursday of every month at 6pm

Brosna Clinic: The Sportsfield Bar

3rd Thursday every month at 6.30pm

Castleisland Clinic: River Island Hotel

Last Friday every month at 7pm

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

Tralee Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry

Wanted

CHEF

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

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

Garden Magic Enjoy The Opportunities On Your Doorstep Living here in the Southwest is truly wonderful for the gardener, says Debby Looney

WHERE else in Ireland are there such shows of azaleas and rhododendrons?

Azaleas are a section of the Rhododendron genus, and in most gardening books they are now listed with rhodos. All require acidic soil, which is fertile, rich in organic matter and free draining. These requirements (except pH) are typical for most woodland plants, which rhodos are. It is difficult to choose from the enormous range which is available, but there are some tried and trusted varieties such as the dwarf R. ‘Baden-Baden’, bearing large bright red flowers, or R. ‘Blue Tit’ which is quite hardy and is covered in blue flowers early on. Deciduous rhododendrons, formerly known as Azalea mollis, are also lovely, the flowers often opening before the leaves. ‘Fireball’ and ‘Golden Eagle’ are two beauties. If you have space for a large specimen, ‘Moser’s Maroon’ has very deep red flowers, striking!

There is a clematis for every season, and today I saw two absolute must-haves! One had beautiful buttery blooms, five inches across, called ‘Guernsey Cream’.

The other was a crisp white tinged with pink and green, named ‘Miss Bateman’. Both are well worth looking out for!

Apple trees are enjoying a rise in popularity, partly thanks to the Coronet range, and also thanks to an increasing awareness of chemicals used and the carbon footprint of produce. Coronet apple trees are specifically created for small gardens, and pots.

They remain miniature, as they are grafted onto a non-vigorous rootstock. Often they are “family trees”, that is, two or even three varieties of tree are grafted onto the one stem. This makes pollination a sure thing! Almost all apple trees require pollination from another tree to set fruit, so if you are planning to plant them, or maybe you have some which are not fruiting well, bear in mind to plant trees which flower at the same time! Apple trees are “grouped” according to their flowering time. In Ireland we would not plant many of group 1, as their blossoms may be damaged by frost. Trees in group 2 include ‘Beauty of Bath’, ‘Egremont Russet’ and ‘Kerry Pippin’. Group 3 includes ‘Bramleys seedling’, ‘Cox’s Orange’, ‘Granny Smith’ and ‘Elstar’. These two groups would be most popular in Ireland, but there are seven groups in total, so when you are buying the simplest thing is to buy two which are both flowering! Apple trees, and most fruit trees are a long-term investment, it takes a few years for them to really crop well. However, before you know it you will be drying them, preserving them and gifting them, as we all know, time flies!!!

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Killarney Rally of the Lakes

The 38th Rally Of The Lakes Crews will converge on Killarney from every corner of the country this weekend to compete in the legendary Rally of the Lakes, the premier event on the Irish rallying calendar.

The Rally of the Lakes have some of the most spectacular rally stages in Europe which provide the ultimate test for competitors. The winners list of the Rally of the Lakes reads like a “who’s who” of Irish rallying and to become a winner of this special event ensures your place in that privileged group that includes Billy Coleman, Bertie Fisher, Austin McHale and Kris Meeke to name but a few.

Thousands of enthusiasts will be flocking to Killarney to watch many of the

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

Clerk of the course, Anthony O’Connor, remarked: “This exposure is fantastic for Killarney and fantastic for the Rally of the Lakes. It hugely increases our attraction as an international event for competitors and spectators.”

Action gets underway with a ceremonial start in the town centre tonight with a family entertainment evening where

fans can meet the leading drivers while watching action from previous events on giant screens set to a back drop of live music.

In excess of 130 crews from international, national and junior categories competing in a wide variety of cars will commence early on the Saturday morning with the iconic Moll’s Gap stage, followed by the Tim Healy Pass and service on Castletownbere Pier.

Then on to the famous stages of Cods Head and Ardgroom with a repeat run over the Healy Pass and back to service.

Cods Head and Ardgroom are repeated with the short Kilmackillogue Harbour stage to finish off the day.

Sunday morning’s action starts once again with Moll’s Gap, followed by service at the Liebherr car park. Then the crews will complete a loop of three stages: Kilgobnet, Caragh Lake and Rockfield, before heading into service again at Liebherr. This loop is again repeated with plenty of spectator-friendly access points in Kilgobnet and Rockfield.

The crews will arrive back to the finishing ramp at the Gleneagle Hotel at approximately 5.30pm for celebrations and champagne.

The event is well supported by the local crews this year with 22 crews in the main field and a third of the Junior category filled by local crews.

Andrew Duggan from Killarney who will hire a 1600 Escort for his local event.

Charles ‘Chaz’ O’Neill in his Honda Civic.

Charlie Hickey who claimed the Southern 4 Rally Championship in 2016.

Kevin O’Sullivan will be competing in a Ford Escort for this event.

Noel O’Sullivan who will this year be competing in his 35th Rally of the Lakes.

Pat Sheehan who is contesting the full Irish Tarmac Championship this year.

Sean Kerins who was a sensation last year .

Sean Hickey in his fantastically prepared Toyota Starlet.

Steven O’Connor will be hoping to continue his speed and pace battling amongst the Class 11F.

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Cyril Wharton who will have Helen Duggan in the navigator’s seat.

One of the most experienced Rally of the Lakes competitors, John Hickey from Barraduff.

Kevin O’Donoghue from Killarney in his BMW M3.

The Rally At A Glance Local Crews:

Paudie Callaghan who had a recent class win in the December Historic Rally.

Tadhg O’Sullivan who is a previous class winner in Killarney.

Event: Rally of the Lakes Organising club: Killarney & District Motor Club Number of club members: 250 No. of years running: 38th Clerk of the Course: Anthony O’Connor Stages: 15 Volunteers: 600 TV crews: 25 TV Photographers: 50 Other clubs assisting: 15 Rescue units: 6 Doctors: 8 Staffed ambulances: 6 Water rescue unit: 1 Event officials: 140 Competitors: 260 In addition to the thousands of spectators, competitors will bring their mechanics, helpers, families and friends for five nights and they will all dine and stay in Killarney and its environs.

There is full co-operation with An Garda Siochana throughout the weekend and the Garda helicopter unit, regional support units and traffic and public order dog units will all be monitoring events.

Road closure agreements have been facilitated by with Kerry County Council.

Main field:

21 Fergus O’Meara & Brian Doherty - Ford Escort 24 Kevin O’Donoghue & David Randles - BMW E30 26 Charlie Hickey & Johnny Hickey - Ford Escort RS 27 Vincent O’Shea & Eoin O’Donoghue - Ford Escort 29 Tadgh O’Sullivan & Eoin O’Leary - Ford Escort 35 John Hickey & Pa Harding - Ford Escort 37 Ken O’Neill & Ronald Riordan - Ford Puma S1600 38 Denis Hickey & Sean Nolan - Ford Escort 44 Andrew Duggan & Tara Duggan - Ford Escort 52 Cyril Wharton & Helen Duggan - Ford Escort RS 54 Paudie Callaghan & Danny Murphy - Toyota Starlet 56 Sean Hickey & Noel Fleming - Toyota Starlet 57 Kevin O’Sullivan & Martin O’Riordan - Ford Escort 67 Sean Kerins & Colm Lenihan - Honda Civic Type R 69 Noel O’Sullivan & Nicholas Burke - Ford Escort 70 Gavin O’Grady & Alan Moroney - Ford Escort 82 Raymond Spence & John Falvey - Ford Escort 85 Charles O’Neill & Tony McCarthy - Honda Civic 87 Steven O’Connor & Adrian O’Connor - Honda Civic 90 Pat Sheehan & Keith McCarthy - Renault Clio 92 Donal O’Connor & Shay Delaney - Ford Escort 94 Donal Flynn & Niall Myers - Toyota Corolla

Junior Category J1 Kieran O’Donoghue & Timmy Kelly - Honda Civic J6 Kieran Reen & Andrew Cronin - Honda Civic J7 Shane McCarthy & Trisha Greavy - Honda Civic J11 Denis Nagle & Donagh Crowley - Nissan Micra J14 Pa Naughton & John Cahill - Honda Civic J17 Padraig Cronin & Peter Falvey - Honda Civic J19 Aaron Healy & John Fleming - Honda Civic J20 Jason Farrell & Timmy O’Sullivan - Honda Civic J27 Padraig Devane & David Devane - Honda Civic J28 Daniel Riordan & Jeff Gordon - Honda Civic

Local Road Closure Information

Alastair Fisher and Gordon Noble are seeded number one in their Ford Fiesta R5 this weekend. Alastair is the nephew of the late Bertie Fisher who was a master of the Killarney stages and won the event on six occasions.

Road closures will take place over the weekend. Full details are available on the Kerry County Council website (www.kerrycoco.ie/en/allservices/roads/roadclosures/).

The primary routes that should be taken into account from Killarney are: Saturday, April 29: Moll’s Gap closed from 7.10am to 10.48am Sunday, April 30: Moll’s Gap closed from 7.10am to 10.40am Kilgobnet closed from 10.05am to 1.10pm and from 1.40pm to 4.40pm Rockfield closed from 11:45am to 2.45pm and from 3.15pm to 6.05pm Lewis Road Car Park will be closed from 7pm on Thursday to 9pm on Sunday. Main Street from ‘Christies Corner’ to Market Cross will be closed from 7.00pm to 8.30pm for the holding of the ceremonial start.

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Rally Argentina This weekend sees Kris Meeke and Paul Nagle compete in YPF Rally Argentina, round five of the World Rally Championship.

Winners in 2015, they are hoping for a strong result again this weekend. Seventh on the road for the first day will be an advantage over Ogier, the championship leader who will be sweeping the road up front.

Kris and Paul didn’t compete on this event last year due to Citroën not running a full programme but this surface suits both car and driver.

One of the highlights of the WRC season, Rally Argentina is eagerly anticipated by the Citroën Total Abu Dhabi WRT. Citroën has won Rally Argentina as a WRC event ten times in the last twelve years. The team, however, will be on edge hoping

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Meeke and Nagle’s teammate, fellow Irish driver Craig Breen, will be competing there for the first time. After three top five finishes in as many appearances this season, Craig will need to get his bearings on this new surface before trying to get close to the leading crews. If he manages to keep out of trouble, he will almost certainly finish high up the standings.

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

Life Through The Lens Of The Gospels LUKE 24:13-35: Jesus joined the despondent disciples and listened to them.

‘We had hoped …’ When you have been upset or disappointed, who has joined you along the road? To whom have you been able to pour out your heart? Who was a ‘Jesus person’ to you, listening to you in respectful silence?

To whom have you been a Jesus person?

Jesus then helps them to see things in another light by opening the scriptures to them. When did you have the experience of finding your heart ‘burning within you’ with new hope for the future? Who/what helped you to change after a setback?

The disciples invite Jesus to join them at table – there follows a recognition of who he is. We meet many people on the road of life. Usually we meet and pass on. Occasionally we meet someone whom we invite into our homes, into our hearts, in a deeper way, in a way we had not done before. With whom has this happened for you? Where in these relationships have you experienced the presence of God or of Jesus?

After Jesus had gone the disciples went to bring the good news to others.

When have you met others who told you what happened to them along their road? What effect did this sharing have on you? When have you done this with others? When was such a conversation ‘good news’ for you or others?

Musings

John Byrne OSA, Veritas

POUNDING hearts, wounded hearts and burning hearts … the image of the human heart permeates the beautiful Easter Gospel of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus. It is a very human story, full of pathos; stylized in pattern, and suggesting a Eucharistic celebration. The disciples come with their questions and doubts; the Scriptures are recited; words of clarification and instruction are exchanged on the road; and finally, the moment of recognition comes in the context of a meal.

The stranger on the road to Emmaus takes the skepticism and curiosity of the disciples and weaves them into the fabric of the Scripture. Jesus challenges them to reinterpret the events of the past days in light of the Scriptures.

At table in Emmaus, the disciples’ hearts began to gradually burn within them as they came to understand with their minds the truth about the suffering Messiah. The ‘Good News’ descended from their head to their heart, and they experienced that strange and wonderful feeling of their hearts gradually on fire. The analogy of the ‘burning hearts’ is the only way for them to adequately describe their recognition of the Lord.

I remember a beautiful phrase of the great French Catholic author of the last century, François Mauriac: ‘If you are friends with Christ many others will warm themselves at your fire … On the day when you no longer burn with love, many will die of the cold.’

Father Thomas Rosica, Veritas

The Deep End

THIS weekend’s Gospel finds Jesus’ friends downcast and confused at all that happened in their world. His death had devastated them; rumours of his resurrection amazed and confused them. Into their sadness and confusion Jesus comes; walking with them, talking with them even though they didn’t recognise him and yet they said later ‘didn’t our hearts burn within us as he talked to us on the road?’ It’s a reminder to us that he is always with us as believers even if we don’t recognise him. Sometimes he speaks to us through the love and kindness of others; the friendly word or gesture, the willingness to listen, the acceptance of us for all our faults and failings. There is surely someone in all our lives who makes us feel better just for knowing them; they reflect God’s goodness and love and care in the simplest ways.

The great gift that Jesus left his followers to remind them of his constant presence was the Eucharist when he promised to be with us wherever it was celebrated in memory of him. And when we have listened and nourished ourselves in communion with each other we go to bring this word and this nourishment to others. Because the religion that Jesus Christ taught was one of giving and forgiving; of living life to the full and making the most of each day. In the words of St Catherine of Siena, ‘Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire.’

Padraig O’Connor

COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Eucharistic adoration. Church of the Resurrection-Tuesday 10.00am10.00pm.

St. Mary’s Cathedral Wednesday 10.30-6.00pm.

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

The Friary-Sunday 6.00-7.00pm METHODIST CHURCH, EAST AVENUE Sunday worship 9am & 11am; Prayer meetings Tuesday & Thursday 8am -9am; Parent & Toddler 10am - 12 noon (term-time); Wednesday 7.30pm Bible Study; Friday 11am Bible Study, 12noon Lunch. During December Friday morning Christmas Day service at 11AM Watchnight Service 31st December @ 11.15PM AWARE KILLARNEY DEPRESSION SUPPORT Group Aware Depression Support Group meets: Killarney - Mondays, KDYS at 8pm. Aware Support Groups are free to attend, no referral necessary. www.aware.ie Tralee Venue:Parish Centre, St. John’s Church Tuesday 8pm – 9pm EPILEPSY IRELAND The next support meeting for people with Epilepsy will be held at the Epilepsy Ireland office, Park Road o Thursday next Tuesday 22nd November at 10.30am (The next meeting for parents will be held on December 6th at 10.30am) Please contact Kathryn at 064-630301 for further details KERRY POSITIVE OPTION CRISIS PREGNANCY Counselling Service Free - confidential - non judgemental services. All options explored. Killarney Southwest Counselling Centre Emmett’s Road, Killarney Tel: 064 6636416. Open: Monday to Friday 9am -5pm.Saturday 10am-1pm. Funded by the HSE Crisis Pregnancy Programme.

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

Contact Mairead 087-7808106.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Kerry Companies Invited To Enterprise Skellig Rock Season Ireland ‘Prepare For Brexit’ Roadshow ENTERPRISE IRELAND has announced details of the first in a series of nationwide ‘Prepare for Brexit’ roadshows, which will take place at the Maryborough Hotel, Cork on Wednesday, May 3, from 8am-10.30am.

Part of Enterprise Ireland’s #PrepareforBrexit campaign, the Cork roadshow will feature speakers from SMEs, large companies and innovative start-ups, along with members of Enterprise Ireland’s Global Team and Brexit Unit, moderated by Broadcaster Jonathan Healy. Designed to encourage SMEs to prepare for a hard Brexit, the event will provide a platform for robust discussion, information sharing and practical advice around the key issues facing Irish companies.

The roadshow is free of charge but registration is essential.

Register at BrexitUnit@enterprise-ireland.com Central to the roadshow is Enterprise Ireland’s ‘Brexit SME Scorecard’, a new interactive online platform which can be used by all Irish companies to self-assess their exposure to Brexit under six business pillars. Based on answers supplied by the user, the Score-

card generates an immediate report which contains suggested actions and resources, and information on events for companies to attend, to prepare for Brexit. The platform can be accessed at www.prepareforbrexit.ie By completing the online questionnaire, the Brexit SME Scorecard will provide companies with an assessment of their preparedness under six key pillars - Business Strategy, Operations, Innovation, Sales and Marketing, Finance and People Management. The tool is a starting point for SME management teams looking to develop an action plan to help mitigate risks and leverage opportunities which may arise from Brexit.

Over 250 companies have completed the Enterprise Ireland Brexit SME Scorecard since it was launched two weeks ago.

As a next step on the road to preparing for Brexit, these regional roadshows will provide Irish companies with the opportunity to hear firsthand how other companies, of all sizes, are preparing for Brexit. Enterprise Ireland’s Global Team and Brexit Unit will give insights into the challenges and

opportunities Brexit presents, and the practical supports that are available to companies.

The UK continues to be Ireland’s main trading partner and our objective is to equip our client companies to strengthen their presences in the UK, while also preparing them to look at diversifying into new international markets.

While the SME Scorecard is available to all companies, Enterprise Ireland client exporting companies that utilise the Brexit Scorecard will then be able to engage with the agency’s experts both domestically and through the overseas offices in global markets. Enterprise Ireland will also provide funding up to the value of €5,000 to exporting clients to support the development of a business action plan. Enterprise Ireland will then work with these companies on a one-to-one basis to support the implementation of the plan.

Further ‘Prepare for Brexit’ roadshows are planned for Galway, Waterford and Monaghan.

Martin Corkery, South and South East Regional Director, Enterprise Ireland, via email

I HAVE again called on the OPW to extend the tourist season to the Skelligs.

The Skellig Rock, which is a World Heritage Site, is one of Ireland’s finest tourist attractions and should be open from the beginning of April to the end of October, to visitors who come from all corners of the world.

You can get very good weather in April and October and the OPW should play its part by opening the Skellig Rock for business and extending the tourist season.” I believe the Skellig boatmen should be allowed bring visitors to the Skelligs in April and October.

We are the number-one tourist county after all and it would be good for the local economy.

The Skellig boatmen’s livelihoods are very much weather dependent and they can lose a lot of days between May and September, due to the inclement climate.

The cost to the South Kerry economy due the closure of the Skelligs is in excess of €2 million, based on an average spend of €190 per visitor (cost of boat hire, food, accommodation, travel, etc) and allowing for a 50 % landing rate during this time.

The changing of the season from the traditional season to the most recent one, May 14-October 2, imposed by the OPW, adds further hardships to an already disadvantaged area.

The Minister needs to intervene here as a matter of extreme urgency and also take into consideration the success of the Wild Atlantic Way and reopen the Skelligs to all those who wish to visit our county’s main visitor attraction.

Councillor Michael Cahill, Rossbeigh Editor’s Note: If you have an opinion you would like to air, you can write to Letters to the Editor, Killarney Advertiser, Unit 1C Park Place, High Street, Killarney, or email newsdesk@ killarneyadvertiser.ie All letters must be accompanied by a name, address and phone number for verification purposes.

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The Universe Is A Strange And Wonderful Place The universe is a primarily empty space with a smattering of galaxies scattered about, says Trevor O’Donoghue It all started with a big bang 13.8 billion years ago. Pic: Nasa

EACH galaxy has hundreds of billions of stars and the universe itself is so vast that it has one hundred billion galaxies.

The enormity and scale is impossible to get our heads around and it takes rare geniuses like Einstein, Newton and even Hawking who have the uncanny ability to visualise, scrutinise and probe the depths and workings of the universe. Even the nearest star to us is 4 light years away, which in layman’s terms is a staggering 40 trillion kilometers, that is 40 with 12 zeros after it.

The Voyager 1 spacecraft, launched in 1977 to study the solar system travels at 62,000 km/h. At this speed, it would take 73,000 years to get to the nearest star and a cool 640 million years to get to the centre of our galaxy!

It gets even stranger, the universe is expanding, it’s getting bigger and bigger.

Conversely last week it was smaller and even smaller still two weeks ago. Follow this logic through and we arrive at the big

bang. A point in space and time when the universe burst into existence and filled the nothingness with matter and time.

Since that point 13.8 billion years ago the universe has been rapidly expanding and continues to do so, driven apart by a mysterious force called dark energy.

Our Sun and solar system including Earth sparked into life 4.5 billion years ago, formed from clouds of gas and dust

from previously burnt out stars. You and I, and the world around us is made from chemical elements forged in the nuclear furnace of these stars when they were alive, and from the heavier elements made when they blew themselves to bits billions of years ago.

And that is just the stuff we can see. The universe of normal matter and energy that we can observe, accounts for a mere

5 % of the total universe. Dark matter, stuff we can’t see directly or don’t know what it is exactly, makes up 25 % of the universe, with the aforementioned mysterious dark energy making up the remaining 70 %. In 1927, the biologist JBS Haldane summed it up quiet nicely. “My own suspicion is that the universe is not only queerer than we suppose, but queerer than we can suppose”.

in memoriam In Memoriam BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

28.04.17

10TH ANNIVERSARY

2ND ANNIVERSARY

BUCKLEY

GRIFFIN

BARTLETT

In loving memory of Kevin Bartlett, late of 32 St. Brendan’s Place, Killarney, whose birthday occurs on 25th April.

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

Call his name softly, And when he looks your way, Tell him we love him, And miss him everyday.

Loving remembered by Helene, David, Noreen and Majella and all of his many friends.

6TH ANNIVERSARY HEALY

O’RIORDAN

In loving memory of Timothy “Tadgh” Buckley late of Gortaree, Aghadoe, Killarney who died on The 1st of May 2007.

Dad His smiling way and pleasant face Are a pleasure to recall, He had a kindly word for each And passed away beloved by all.

Someday we hope to meet him, Someday, we know not when, To hold his hand in the better land, Never to part again.

Sadly missed by your loving daughter Margaret and son-in-law Frank xxx xxxxx Granda Beautiful memories, dearer than gold, Of a Grandfather whose worth Can never be told, There’s a place in our hearts No one can fill, We miss you, Granda, and always will.

Loved and missed everyday by your granddaughters Mandy, Jennifer and Rachel xxx

In loving memory of James P. (Jim) Healy ‘Alto Vista” Loreto Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Who passed away on 01st May 2011.

We lost a father with a heart of gold, How much we miss him Can never be told, He shared our troubles And helped us along, If we follow his footsteps We will never go wrong.

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

Always loved, dearly remembered and sadly missed by your sons, John, Ted & Justin, daughter Martha, sister Mary, brother Fred, daughters in law Patricia, Dympna & Jenny, son in law Sean and grandchildren Grace, Rebecca, Elodie, Amy, Laura, Cillian and Amelia.

10TH ANNIVERSARY BUCKLEY

10TH ANNIVERSARY BUCKLEY

In loving memory of Patrick Griffin 42 Marian Terrace Killarney and Kilmoyley who died on the 25th of April 2015.

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

His brothers together with their families

9TH ANNIVERSARY COFFEY

In loving memory of a wonderful father and grandad, Patrick Coffey, late of Barleymount, Killarney who died on April 21st 2008.

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

Forever in our thoughts your son Pat, Anna and granddaughter Aimée.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE In loving memory of Timmy Buckley late of Gortaree, Aghadoe, Killarney who died on the 1st of May 2007.

Dad Deep are the memories, Precious they stay, No passing of time, Can take them away.

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

Always loved and remembered by your son Tim and daughter Eileenxx Love always, your loving grandsons Denis and John xxx Anniversary Mass is on 30th April at 11am, in Fossa Church

Dad A loving nature, A heart of gold, The very best this world could hold, Never selfish, always kind, These are the memories you left behind Always loved and remembered by your daughter Nora and son-in-law Pat. xx Grandad Memories are precious, The don’t fade away We think of you always Not just today Love always, your loving granddaughters Mary, Margaret and Eileen. xxx

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

A special person a special face, Someone we loved and cannot replace, Never selfish, Always kind, These are the memories you left behind.

Always remembered and loved by your sister Sheila & family.

11TH ANNIVERSARY O’ LEARY

CAHILL

Treasured memories of a wonderful father and grandfather Patrick O’ Leary late of “Woodbine Haven,” Upper Lissivigeen, Killarney, who died on the 3rd of May, 2006.

Dad You are not far - no further away Than the morning is to the Promise of day, Than the stars to the night, Than the sun to the sky, You are not far - this is not goodbye You are not far - you are always near In the memories that we hold most dear In the hearts that still care In the love that goes on.

You will never be far, You will never be gone.

Loving you always, never forgetting you, your fond sons, daughters, sons-in-law and daughters-in-law.

In loving memory of John Cahill late of Cockhill Kilcummin whose birthday occurs on 28th April We often think of bygone days When we were all together The family chain is broken now But memories will live forever.

To us, they have not gone away Nor have they travelled far Just entered Gods eternal home And left the gate ajar.

Always remembered by your son Paudie, daughter in law Kathleen and grandchildren Tony, Stephen, Brian and Paul and great grandchild Anthony.

9TH ANNIVERSARY In loving memory of Timmy Buckley late of Gortaree, Aghadoe, Killarney who died on the 1st of May 2007.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

Granda We’re sending a kiss Up to the sky so blue Catch it Granda It’s just for you.

Loved and remembered everyday your grandsons, granddaughters & great grandson.

Anniversary Mass on Saturday 29th of April 2017 in the Church of The Resurrection, Park Road at 7.30pm.

9TH ANNIVERSARY SMITH

15TH ANNIVERSARY LINEHAN

Treasured memories of Larry Hornibrook late of Brackross Lodge, Caher, Aghadoe Killarney who passed away on April 30th 2008.

We never part from those we love No distance can divide us With memories clear and love sincere You will always walk beside us.

In God’s care you rest above In our hearts you rest with love.

Sadly missed by your wife Anne, sons Jim and Laurence, daughters-in-law Sindy and Maria and grandchildren Myra, Christopher, Shane, Colm and Alison.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF TOMMIE SMITH. LISBABY HEADFORD, WHO DIED ON 18TH APRIL 2008.

In loving memory of Michael Linehan late of Linehan’s Bar, 13 College Street, Killarney who died on the 30th April, 2002.

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

Fondly remembered and sadly missed by Han, Siobhan, Daniel, Matthew and all the extended Linehan families.

TIME PASSES, HEARTACHE FADES, BUT OUR THOUGHTS AND MEMORIES ARE HERE TO STAY. IN GODS OWN CARE MAY YOU REST IN PEACE, LOVED AND CHERISHED ALWAYS. SADLY MISSED BY YOUR WIFE CATHERINE, JOHN, WAYNE & SIOBHAN, LORETTA & JOHN AND GRANDCHILDREN TJ & MICHELLE. ANNIVERSARY MASS FRIDAY 28TH APRIL IN BARRADUFF CHURCH AT 7.30pm

in memoriam In Memoriam

28.04.17 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

1ST ANNIVERSARY

36TH ANNIVERSARY

30TH ANNIVERSARY

O’CALLAGHAN

O’CALLAGHAN

O’DONOGHUE

JOY

As we remember our father Patrick on the 1st Anniversary of his sudden death, his sons Pat and Michael, daughters Caroline and Ann, daughter-in-law Margaret, sons-in-law Tom and Willie and grandchildren would like to thank all those who offered sympathy and support on our sad loss.

In loving memory of Patrick O’Callghan, Gortnagowan, Rathmore, who died on 3rd May 2016

In loving memory of Denis O’Donoghue late of Coracow, Headford, Killarney who died on the 3rd of May 1981.

In loving memory of Mairead Joy late of Muckross and formerly of Plunkett Street, Killarney who died on the 29th of April, 1987. R.I.P.

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

They say time heals all sorrow, And heps us to forget, But time has only proven, How much we miss you yet.

Thanks to relatives, neighbours and friends for your support and kindness.

We thank who called to the house, those who brought refreshments, sent mass cards, letters of sympathy and floral arrangements.

Sadly missed by Michael.

Sadly missed by your loving wife Lynsday and son Kenneth.

A sincere thanks to Fr. Pat O’Donnell who called to the house and said such a meaningful Mass on the day of our fathers funeral. Thanks to Fr. Dan Hurlihy who con-celebrated the Mass with Fr. Pat. Special thanks to Fr. Kevin McNamara who was at the funeral home to receive our fathers remains.

Our sincere thanks to Helen Kerins and Denis Crowley who sang so beautifully at the church and Helen for singing at the graveside.

Thanks to Dr. Christina Walsh McCarthy who attended the house on the morning of our fathers death. Thanks to O’Keeffe’s undertakers. Thanks to Mike and Hilary, Top of the hill and all who catered there after the funeral.

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

The holy sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Anniversary Mass on Friday May 5th at 8.30pm in Shrone Church

1ST ANNIVERSARY O’CALLAGHAN

Dad So many people knew you, And thats what makes us proud, You were that special person, Who stood out in the crowd.

Sadly missed by your daughter Anne, son-in-law Willie, grandchildren David, Anthony, Gerard, John Christy, Damien.

KELLY

In loving memory of Maureen Kelly late of Meadow Ave Bronxville NY and also 1 Countess Grove Killarney, who passed away April 23 2015.

Thank you for the days, Those endless days, Those sacred days you gave me, I’m thinking of those days, I wont forget a single day believe me.

Days I’ll remember all my life, I bless the light, I bless the light that shines on you, And though you’re gone, You’re with me every single day believe me.

18TH ANNIVERSARY O’BRIEN

The smiling face I loved is missing, The voice I loved is still, The hands that did so much for us, Are resting at God’s will, In loving memory of Kathleen O’Brien late of 22 St Mary’s Tce, who passed away on the 2nd of May 1999.

Missed each day by your daughter Caroline, Tom, grandsons Darren and Steven

Loving and kind in all her ways Upright and just to the end of her days Sincere and true in her heart and mind Beautiful memories she left behind.

Sadly missed by your son Pat, Margaret, grandchildren Patrick and Aoife.

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

36TH ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE

31ST ANNIVERSARY WHITE

In loving memory of Denis O’Donoghue late of Coracow, Headford, Killarney who died on the 3rd of May 1981.

You had a smile for everyone, You had a heart of gold, You left the sweetest memories, This world could ever hold.

Always remembered by your sister-in-law Marie, Michael and family.

12TH ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR

God saw the road was getting rough And the hills were hard to climb So He closed your weary eyelids And whispered ‘peace be thine’.

Always remembered Mike and family.

NOVENA TO ST. JOSEPH O Glorious St. Joseph, Faithful father of Jesus to you do we raise our hearts and hands to implore the Sacred Heart of jesus all the helps and graces necessary for our special favours. Especially the grace of a happy death and the special favours we now ask. St. Joseph pray for us.

In loving memory of Kathleen White, Sheheree Killarney, who died on 30th April 1986.

When God was making Mothers, He must have made a fuss, He spent a lot of time on one, And gave that one to us.

Of all the gifts in life, However great or small, To have you as our Mother, Was the greatest gift of all.

Because you were so special, No words could ever say, How much we love and miss you, Today and everyday.

Sadly missed by your daughters Elsie, Patricia and your son David, son-in-law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In loving memory of Bridget O’ Connor, late of Mountain View, Gortroe Cottages, Fossa Killarney who died on the 1st of May 2005.

To us you were someone special, So good, so kind, so true, You’ll never be forgotten Mom, For we thought the world of you.

A very special person, You will never be replaced, Since the day you left us, There’s been an empty space.

We feel you’re still around us, You are always on our minds, And when we talk about you, It’s all of happy times.

As i try to hide the heartache, As you would want me to do, I cannot hide the privilege, Of having a father like you

Don’t cry for me, I’m not gone, My soul is at rest, My heart lives on, Light a candle, For me to see, And hold on to my memory, But save you tears, For I’m still here, By your side, Through the years.

Remembered with much love and gratitude Brendan, Lily and family.

2ND ANNIVERSARY

Fondly remembered by her son Pat and grandson Patrick Thomas, also Michael, Kathleen, Maura, Declan, Kurt and Maura.

In loving memory of Patrick O’Callghan, Gortnagowan, Rathmore, who died on 3rd May 2016.

Anniversary mass Saturday 6th of May at 7pm, St. Agatha’s Church, Glenflesk

An Ode To Life The departed, whom we now remember, have entered into the peace of life eternal. They still live on earth in the acts of goodness they performed and in the hearts of those of us who cherish their memories. May the beauty of their lives abide among us as a loving benediction.

We won’t forget the face we loved, Or the memory of your smile, Or the countless things you did for us, To make our lives worthwhile.

It’s lonely her without you Mom, So sad for us each day, The world has never been the same, Since God took you away.

You are always in our thoughts and prayers and sadly missed by your son Thomas, daughter in law Joan and grandchildren Thomas and Maryann, Crosstown.

Anniversary Mass on Wednesday 3rd May at 10am in Fossa Church.

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

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. mgmc

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. F.

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

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

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

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Grace Notes Singing From The Heart Killarney singer and singing teacher Grace Foley on a very special Britain’s Got Talent performance.

I always say that it’s a great thing when a group of strangers come together to make music. This could be in a choir or an orchestra or a folk group. When people make music together it creates an unspoken bond between them. They feel as though they share one voice, even if just for one song.

I have recently realised that it can be even more powerful when a group of people with something very important in common come together in one voice. In the first episode of this year’s Britain’s Got Talent something very special happened.

A choir walked on stage with one thing in common and one very important goal. The vast majority of the choir’s members have loved ones who are missing and the others

work for the organistation who helps people in this awful situation. Their objective was to get the names and faces of these missing people out to the world on a large screen behind them as they sang.

This just shows how powerful music can be. I was moved to tears as I heard the voices and saw the faces of these people who are so so desperate to see the people they love again. To sing beautifully, in my eyes, is to sing from the heart and these people’s hearts are broken in the same places. The unity in their sound is there because they are singing from the deepest part of themselves and they are quite literally calling out for help. I hope with all my heart that something good can come from this incredible display of love and hope and courage.

Music truly is healing. It is magic. It can save you in your darkest hour.

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Patrick’s Story To Be Staged In INEC Again IT WAS the smash-hit production of the year in 2016 and the good news is Patrick – The 1916 Story of Captain Patrick O’Connor will be back in the INEC on Thursday, May 11.

The drama based on the moving story of Patrick O’Connor is written and directed by journalist and author Aidan O’Connor, Rathmore, and depicts the final weeks of Patrick’s life before he joined the GPO Garrison on Easter Monday, 1916.

To book contact the INEC on 064-6671555.

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

Grace’s website is gracefoley.ie

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Animals Animals Hug: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds (CHY 19414), formerly Kerry Greyhound Connection, takes in, rehabilitates and finds homes for unwanted racing greyhounds.

We are looking for people to help us by offering a foster home for a greyhound as a ‘half-way-home’ until we can find a permanent home for the dog. Fostering is a really valuable and ‘hands on’ way to be involved in greyhound rescue work. There is no cost to fosterers as HUG will cover all food and veterinary expenses.

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

Late Murphy Leveller Keeps Legion Alive Dingle and Legion will have to do it all again, writes Adam Moynihan

YOUNGSTER Finbarr Murphy was the hero in Derreen on Sunday last as he earned Legion a replay with the very last kick of the game.

Murphy had only been introduced in extra time and was yet to touch the ball when his side were awarded a free around 45 yards from goal. There were more experienced free-takers on the pitch but Murphy insisted upon taking it. He duly converted and Legion live to fight another day.

It was a really competitive game that ebbed and flowed and in the end a draw was probably a fair result.

Legion got off to the perfect start when James O’Donoghue goaled early on but his Kerry teammate Paul Geaney cancelled it out moments later with a goal of his own.

Conor Geaney got the game’s first point with a free before Tom Moriarty equalized and Legion went on to kick the next three scores, Donal Lyne, O’Donoghue and Conor Keane all finding the target to give Legion an early three-point lead.

Paul Geaney, who was shadowed by Danny Sheahan for the duration, was on top form and kicked three unanswered points to close the gap.

When Tomás Sheehy opened his account with a well-taken score in the 22nd minute, Dingle were ahead.

Two more from Geaney, both with his “weaker” left foot, pushed the lead out to three and James O’Donoghue kicked the last point of the half to make it 1-5 to 1-7 at the break.

There was a strange lull at the beginning of the second period as both sides failed to register a score for 13 minutes, but the game burst back into life when Sheehy stole in for the third goal of the day.

A brace from Conor Keane and another O’Donoghue free narrowed the gap to three with ten minutes to play, but you felt Legion might need a goal if they were to get anything out of this one.

They were handed a golden opportunity when Danny Sheahan went on an uncharacteristic foray forward before being hauled down inside the area.

Up stepped James O’Donoghue to fire beyond Gavin Curran in the Dingle goal and tie things up.

In a frantic final spell, Paul Geaney restored Dingle’s lead, Conor Keane equalised, Tom Moriarty put Legion ahead and Geaney brought Dingle level once more.

Legion thought they won it when Danny Sheahan broke forward again and punted over an inspirational stoppage time point, but there was time for one final twist.

Deep into additional time, Dingle broke forward and were given what was, in my admittedly biased

opinion, a very, very soft free. From there they worked it well to Mikey Geaney who kicked a superb point to send the game to extra time.

The visitors put themselves in a great position by outscoring Legion 0-2 to 0-0 in the opening period of extra time, but Legion fought back well and points from Denis Sheahan and James O’Donoghue levelled the game for what seemed like the thousandth time.

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Lads were out on their feet at this stage and Paul Geaney must have felt that he had clinched the victory for Dingle when he kicked a massive point with just a couple of minutes to play. It was a typically classy score that brought his tally for the day to 1-9 (1-6 from play). It sounds strange but Danny Sheahan actually did well on him. Geaney is basically unmarkable.

With 83 minutes on the clock it looked for all the world as though Legion were on their way out of the Club Championship but they managed to win a free 45 yards out to the left of the posts.

Murphy confidently took the ball, placed it on the ground and split the uprights with a superb kick

Legion’s Thomas Moriarty in action against Dingle in the Club Championship on Sunday.

that had ten yards to spare.

It was no more than Legion deserved as they put in another impressive shift. Sunday’s replay in Páirc an Ághasaigh will be a big test but they should take heart from this result, coming as it does against one of the premier club teams in the county.

Legion scorers: James O’Donoghue (2-4, 1 pen, 0-2f), Conor Keane (0-4, 0-2f), Tom Moriarty (0-2), Denis Sheahan (0-1), Donal Lyne (0-1), Danny Sheahan (0-1) and Finbarr Murphy (0-1f).

Dingle scorers: Paul Geaney (1-9, 0-3f), Tomás Sheehy (1-1), Conor Geaney (0-2), Mikey Geaney (0-1) and Matthew Flaherty (0-1).

James O’Donoghue places his penalty beyond the reach of Dingle keeper Gavin Curran. O’Donoghue finished with 2-4. Pics: Eamonn Keogh.

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Glenflesk & Fossa Out, Listry & Crokes Advance Words: Eamonn Fitzgerald INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONSHIP GLENFLESK 0-13 LAUNE RANGERS 3-07 Laune Rangers travelled to Glenflesk for this Intermediate quarter final in confident mood following their first round win over Division 1 team Milltown/Castlemaine and emerged victorious thanks to three well-timed goals. The first arrived on three minutes from Connor Clark after good work by Colm O’Shea. This gave them a one-point advantage after Jeff and Lee O’Donoghue had given Glenflesk an early lead.

Glenflesk responded to the goal with a Darragh Roche point and the game was finely poised going into the tenth minute at 1-2 to 0-3 in favour of Laune Rangers when Peter Crowley struck for Rangers second goal. This rattled Glenflesk and although they dominated possession for the next ten minutes, poor shooting let them down and they only added one point from the boot of Jeff O’Donoghue.

Brian O’Donoghue drove forward from wing back for a well-taken point after 22 minutes and this inspired Glenflesk to score a further three points before the half time whistle to bring the sides level.

Glenflesk midfielder Padraig Healy missed a great goal chance towards the end of the half Half time score: Glenflesk 0-08, Laune Rangers 2-02.

Glenflesk began the second half by taking a onepoint lead from the boot of Michael O’Shea but this was to be the last time they led as Laune Rangers began to play their best football of the day in the third quarter. They scored 1-2 without reply, the goal coming from a John Tyther penalty after Conner Clark was brought down, giving them a 3-4 to 0-10 point lead with 20 minutes still to play. Glenflesk danger men Lee O’Donoghue and Darragh Roche cut the gap to two but indiscipline in the Glenflesk defence allowed Colm O’Shea to stretch the gap to four with three points from placed balls.

Jeff O’Donoghue scored his fourth point from play to reduce the gap to three with eight minutes to play but this was to be the last score of the game as Laune Rangers packed their defence.

Glenflesk: Felim Jacobs, Shane Courtney, James McCarrick, Christopher O’Donoghue, Kieran A O’Donoghue, Daniel O’Brien, Brian O’Donoghue (0-1), Kieran Murphy (0-1), Padraig Healy, Danny Lucey, Jeff O’Donoghue (0-4), Michael O’Shea (0-2), Gavin Kelly, Darragh Roche (0-2), Lee O’Donoghue (0-4, 1f). Subs: Ian Roche, Ciaran O’Mahony and Donal O’Sullivan.

Laune Rangers: Tony Lyons, Neil O’Brien, Johnathan Carey, Aidan Cox, Ronan Sayers, Kieran Crowley, Patrick Carey, Peter Crowley (1-0), John Sheehan, Jack O’Connor, Shane McSweeney, John Tyther (1-0 pen), David Costello, Connor Clark (1-2), Colm O’Shea, (005, 3f) Subs: Padraig Murphy, Fiachra Clifford and Michael Francis Russell.

Listry 0-12 Tarbert 0-11 The Junior Club Football Championship quarter final was played in Listry on Sunday last.

Listry met with Tarbert in a cracking, exciting

match with skill and enthusiasm from both teams throughout the game. Listry, however, came out the better side winning by just one point over a disappointed Tarbert side.

Listry got off to a good start with Derry Ahern scoring the first point after two minutes. However Tarbert’s Gerald O’Sullivan who showed great skill throughout his game, narrowly missed a goal when the ball hit off the crossbar in the first half.

He scored four points in the course of the game.

Kevin Courtney, Ronan Buckley, Derry Ahern, Anthony Kennedy and Aaron McCarthy all scored points in the first half for Listry. Andrew Doherty, Gerald O Sullivan (0-2) and Cillian Langan scored lovely points for Tarbert.

Listry were leading into the second half by one point, but that didn’t stop Tarbert returning after Gerald O Sullivan and Danny Wrenn both getting points back-to-back to put them ahead for the first time. The turnaround came from Aaron McCarthy fifteen minutes into the second half with a lovely point. Listry quickly got back into the game with a Ronan Buckley point. He had a great game, scoring five points in the second half. He scored the winning point from a free which put Listry ahead.

Tarbert’s Kevin Enright (0-2), Mark Buckley (0-1), Gerald O’Sullivan (0-2) and Danny Wrenn (0-1) were the scorers in the second half. Listry’s Aaron McCarthy and Derry Ahern scored a point each.

three. Kieran Donaghy was well marked by Michael Moloney. Star did move out to midfield but he was no great threat there either.

Much was expected of Stacks in the second half but when they created some good scoring opportunities they invariably shot some terrible wides. In fact, it was well in to injury time before substitute Mikey Collins got a point, their only score in the second half. Crokes played the possession game which was effective against an ailing Stacks side but it was not pretty to watch. Their defence was very effective as they forced Stacks into shooting wildly.

A one minute silence was observed before the throw-in as a tribute to John Galvin RIP, Muckross Road. He was a former player with Sneem and with Dr Crokes and was a lifetime follower of the Crokes.

Shock Kenmare created a shock when they beat Kerin’s O Rahillys 1-14 to 1-13, while the Rathmore v Kilcummin game will be played on Wednesday evening.

No joy for Fossa who were pipped away to Dromid Pearses, 1-16 to 1-15.

Dr Crokes 0-10 Austin Stacks 0-4 Dr Crokes continued their supremacy over Austin Stacks with a ten points to four win. This was a very disappointing affair in front of a big crowd of spectators. Crokes lined out without five of the All-Ireland-winning side but they still dominated from the throw-in. They went five points clear at the start thanks to good control at midfield where Mike Milner and captain Daithí Casey provided plenty of possession for the forwards.

Stacks had very little to offer and the game was never really a contest. The Tralee side did manage three points to leave the half-time score seven points to

Dr Crokes manager Pat O’Shea with injured players Johnny Buckley and Kieran O’Leary at the Crokes v Stacks Club Championship tie on Sunday.

Above: Colm Cooper breaks away from Sean Dukes. Pics: Eamonn Keogh.

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Crokes forward Daithí Casey talks to Adam Moynihan about his teammates, finally winning the All-Ireland and his Muppet Show look-a-like.

Hi Daithí. Thanks for talking to us.

No bother Adam.

Good result against Stacks at the weekend.

Yeah. It’s good to get back at it.

Are you still buzzing from the All-Ireland?

Absolutely. It’s taken so long so it was great to finally get the monkey off our back by beating Corofin first of all, and I felt that once we got to Croke Park we were never going to lose really.

You’re playing with Athletic as well. What are your thoughts going into the last few games?

It’s great that we’re back doing well. Last year we were fighting relegation so it’s just nice to be back challenging for the league.

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

Definitely Alan O’Sullivan if Liverpool were to win the league. He’s an absolute plague when it comes to Liverpool.

I didn’t cover myself in glory either. If you had to compare yourself to an athlete from another sport, who would it be?

David Beckham.

For what reason?

I fancy myself as a bit of a dead ball specialist!

What are your five favourite sports in order?

Football, soccer, golf, hurling and table tennis.

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

Cycling.

What’s the best sporting moment of all time?

United winning the treble.

Which of your teammates is the best at Tinder?

There’s a few. Tony Brosnan fancies himself big time. PJ Lawlor as well. He always had a girlfriend when he was younger so now that he’s single he doesn’t know what to do with himself.

Do you have any nicknames?

Who’s the biggest moaner?

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

Shane Murphy since he came in. He gives out about everything.

Who’s the worst-dressed?

Fionn Fitzgerald. He’s getting better but when he was younger his style was cat.

Just Dots. Well, Daithí is actually a nickname really. David is my name but I went to the Irish school and people started calling me Daithí.

WhatsApp. I enjoy the craic in the few different groups.

Who’s the top man for the banter?

Eoin Kelly. The Cutter.

What’s your most-used emoji?

Who spends the most time in the gym?

Jason Lyne lives in the gym. He’s an absolute beast. He ties weights to himself and does pull-ups.

If you could bring back one ex-player to line out for the Crokes this year, who would it be?

Shane Myers was an unreal team player.

Oh. Cute. Is that for everyone or just a special someone?

That’s more for a special someone!

What’s the best show on TV?

Friends and How I Met Your Mother.

Who’s the best player you’ve ever played with besides Gooch?

What’s your favourite song at the moment?

Johnny Buckley. Gooch is sick but bar him, Johnny is number one.

Ed Sheeran – Shape of You.

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

I try to sing ‘Sé mo laoch, mo Ghile Mear.

Adam Moynihan.

Besides me!

Gavin White is definitely up there. He’s a machine. Fionn as well in fairness has always been a fantastic athlete.

What would you sing at karaoke?

Who’s the most famous person in your phone?

Vince Casey? Gooch probably.

What would you have for your last meal?

Chicken Maryland, fried potatoes and mushy peas.

Everyone’s favourite question: if you had to transfer to another local club, who would it be?

My grandfather played for Legion but…

But!

Yeah, I’d find it hard to play for another club.

What’s your proudest sporting moment?

Would you cook it yourself?

I would even though my mom does the fried potatoes better than I do.

Who would play you in a movie about your life?

The Count from the Muppet Show. Or Michael Fassbender. We’ll keep it local.

There are three. Obviously the All-Ireland this year, winning the U-21 County Championship in 2011 and winning the Munster final against UCC in 2011 as well.

And can you tell me a joke?

And the most embarrassing?

I don’t know.

The 7-a-side final last year.

Gracias.

Thanks for reminding me.

Gracias!

I had twenty shots over the crossbar. It was mortifying.

What do you call a Spanish footballer with no legs?

Sound Adam!

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Rugby News ...

Words: Liam Murphy

Last weekend saw a very tough weekend for the Irish provinces that were still left in Europe.

Both Munster and Leinster were in action in the semi-final stages of the European Cup, or the Heineken Cup as many still fondly call it. No mean feat to be fair and it was exciting to see two Irish teams in the last four

and at the top table of European Rugby. Last Saturday, Munster hosted current European and Aviva Premiership champions Saracens at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. D4 was well and truly invaded by the 16th man as the Red Army marched on Dublin. In fact there were huge tailbacks on the M7 and M8 on the road to Dublin on Saturday morning as over 50,000 Munster fans descended upon the capital.

However, the match never lived up to the hype and Rassie’s men were soundly beaten on the day with the

visitors running out winners on a 10–26 scoreline. Conor Murray was a huge loss and Duncan Williams had a tough game and kicked the ball away far too much. In the end, the team with 6 British and Irish Lions had the strength and depth to win and seemed to want it more.

Leinster travelled to Lyon on Sunday to take on French side Clermont Auvergne and a pulsating semi-final took place. Leinster lost by five points in the end and came close to overturning a 15 point deficit. The try by Gary Ringrose was

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worth watching the match alone.

In other rugby news this week, Warren Gatland named his British and Irish Lions squad for the summer tour to New Zealand. With Munster men Conor Murray, Peter O’Mahony and CJ Stander getting the call and 11 Irish players in total named, the tour promises to be a riveting one for Irish fans. So, even though the European cup is gone, the PRO 12 reaches the business end of the season and the summer will be an exciting one for rugby fans.

Kerry GAA Fixtures Castleisland Mart Senior Club Championship Semi-Final Draw The draw for the Castleisland Mart Senior Club Championship semi-finals was made at Monday night’s County Committee meeting and resulted in the following pairings: Kenmare Shamrocks play the winners of the Dingle V Killarney Legion replay on Sunday May 7 at 2.30pm at a venue to be confirmed.

Winners of the Kilcummin V Rathmore Round 1 game play Dr Crokes on Sunday next in Fitzgerald Stadium at 2.30pm.

Dingle and Killarney Legion will replay their Round 1 game on Sunday next in Dingle at 2.30pm.

The Rathmore V Kilcummin Round 1 game goes ahead by agreement on this Wednesday evening in Rathbeg at 7pm.

Celtic’s Gary Keane (left) making a challenge during his side’s FAI Junior Cup semi-final against Sheriff YC. Pic: Konrad Paprocki.

Killarney Celtic are just one win away from qualifying for the FAI Senior Cup for the first time in their history.

The Hoops earned a place in the qualifying round for Ireland’s most prestigious soccer tournament by making the last four of the FAI Junior Cup last month.

They’ll be hoping to put the disappointment of that semi-final defeat to Sheriff behind them as they go up against Boyle Celtic of Roscommon, who themselves lost their semi-final to Evergreen of Kilkenny.

It will be interesting to see how the Killarney side recover from that crushing shoot-out loss. To have their dream of playing the final

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in the Aviva taken away from them in such cruel circumstances will have been very tough to take. It’ll take another huge effort to focus in and get the better of an accomplished team like Boyle.

Having said that, Boyle also faltered from the spot in the last four so this match will provide both teams with a great chance to recover and get their seasons back on track.

After playing that Sheriff game up in Mastergeeha, the Hoops will be hoping that real home advantage will be the deciding factor in this one. Kick-off in Celtic Park on Saturday is at 7pm.

Garveys Supervalu Senior Football Championship Relegation Playoff – Round 1 Draw The draw for the Garveys Supervalu Senior Football Championship Relegation Playoff – Round 1 was made at Monday night’s County Committee meeting and resulted in the following pairings: The losers of the Rathmore v Kilcummin Club Championship Round 1 game will play the losers of the Dingle V Killarney Legion Club Championship Round 1 Replay on Sunday May 7 at 2.30pm at a venue to be decided.

Austin Stacks will play Kerins O’Rahillys next weekend at a Tralee venue at a time and date to be confirmed.

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Castlerosse Golf Club

Results, Competition played on Sunday 23rd April, 18 Hole Stableford 1st Daniel Shine (7) 39 pts, Runner-up, John Purcell (25) 38 pts, 3rd place, John O’ Reilly (22) 36 pts.

Results, Scramble played on Wednesday 19th April best net return, Roger O’ Sullivan & Daniel Shine.

Fixtures, Weekend competition, 18 Hole Stableford. Scramble continue each Wednesday @ 6pm. Castlerosse Ladies competition played on Thursday 20th April. 18 Hole Stableford, Best return, Mary Joe Dowling (36) 33 pts. 9 Hole Stableford, Best return, Gaye Manifold (36) 9 pts. Mixed Scramble continue each Tuesday evening draw at 6pm, meet at clubhouse. Competition open to all golfers, Ladies & Gents

Fossa Community Games

The Community games Indoor Soccer Kerry finals for U13 boys took place in Milltown last Friday night. Fossa were one of the four teams to take part.

The boys won there semi-final against Knocknagoshel 2-1. Fossa then played Duagh/Lyre in a very exciting final. After a slow start Fossa came back from 2 nil down to draw the game at full time thanks to goals from Max Leon and Darren Ryan. Extra time saw Fossa take the lead for the first time when Finn Kennelly scored in the 1st half of extra time but Duagh/Lyre equalised and with the scores locked at 3-3 it was time for the dreaded penalty shootout. Even after each team had taken 5 penalties it was still impossible to separate them but unfortunately Fossa lost in sudden death and Duagh/ lyre won the gold. Fossa boys put on a great show and did Fossa proud. Upcoming events Best of luck to the boys U12 outdoor soccer team who will be playing this Sunday in Mastergeeha.

Killarney Tennis Club

This year the club is 24 years in existence and we play at the Gleneagle Hotel Tennis courts. We play on Monday and Wednesday evenings and new members are always welcome to come along. We are holding an adults open evening on Monday 8th May @ 7.30 pm for those that would like to try it out. Club / committee members will be in attendance to meet you.

For further information please email to davidbutler1@eircom.net or call 0868136426

Killarney Cougars Basketball Club

JUVENILE NEWS. County Board Presentations. The Kerry Presentation Evening was held in Tralee on Tuesday evening last and the League Trophy’s were presented to Cougars U12 Girls Captains Olivia Gaffey and Edel Horgan and U16 Boys Captains Ruairi Murphy and Sean O’Brien. Medals were presented

Now Tatler were 11, Lals 10. The next two for Lals was Dale McCarthy & Tom Biggane against Tatlers Kevin McCann and Dave Stack. Kevin and Dave the stronger on this occasion taking the victory 3-0, making the overall 14 – 10 giving the Tatler the victory for the second year . Highest Finish Group 1 - Edmund Kelliher, Dunloe Lodge A , 161 Tatler.

Killarney Golf

Sean Murphy of Murphy’s Bar and Lord Kenmare’s Restaurant presents a sponsorship cheque to Ballyhar Dynamos Chairman Brendan O’Sullivan. Also included from left are Tim Teahan (Treasurer), Edmund Kerrisk, Danny Cronin, Anthony McKenna, Donal O’Donoghue (Secretary) and Donal Groves. Pic: Eamonn Keogh. to both teams who were worthy winners following a great season. The U16 boys completed the double winning the League and Plate in the clubs first ever season in U16 boys competition with the boys section of the club commencing 2010 their steady progress continues.

Inter Regionals Tournament Well done to all the Cougars players that represented Kerry at the recent Inter Regionals Tournament in UL Arena in Limerick. Congratulations go to Shelly Clifford, Grace Cahillane, Niamh O’Connor U17 girls and Tommy Bowler U14 boys and well done to all who represented the county this season.

Academy Camp Schools Super Sevens Slam 2017. The annual Schools Super Sevens game are now underway this week with the Girls competition first to tip off. This is the 7th consecutive season of the event & we wish all the schools well with some very exciting games anticipated from the 40 plus teams participating.

Girls U13 France Tournament Trials have commenced over Easter holidays for the U13 Girls Tournament in Biarritz, next trial session Saturday April 29th.

SENIOR NEWS Cougars Senior Mens training continues every Tuesday evening at the Pres Gym. Fixtures.

International Masters. Saturday May 12th Dublin. Killarney Cougars v Ballina, Killarney Cougars v St Vincents

Killarney Darts Town League

Killarney Darts Town League sponsored by Carlsberg and Mustang Sallys Last Thursday 20th April and Friday 21st April saw Groups 3 and 1 finals taking place . Up first was the Group 3 final between The Old Killarney Inn and Corkerys Lakelands which took place in K-Town. This

Raheem Sterling, Gareth Barry, Adam Johnson, Joleon Lescott, James Milner. Micah Richards and Shaun Wright-Phillips.

final was where sets counted and each set was the best of 3. First to 5 were the victors. This was a closely fought final with both level 3 a piece after the singles. In the doubles LakeLands took the lead winning the first doubles, The OKI were not to be outdone winning the second making it 4 – 4. It was a hard fought close game, going all the way. Last set to decide all, OKI taking the 1st leg, Lakelands not to be outdone making it 1 a piece, all down to the last game. OKI took this and the game to take their first final in 3 years, being runner-up in the last two.

Group 3 Highest Finish Friday 21st April saw the Group 1 final between old rivals The Tatler Jack and Lals OutCasts.

This from the outset was going to be the final of the year if last years final was anything to go by when they last met. On that occasion Tatler winning 14 – 13. As last year each leg counted this year and again the first to 14 would win. Up first was Lals James Broderick and Tatlers Dave Stack, James winning 2-1, checking out 108 and hitting a 177 to leave double 6. Next up was Sean Marshall for Lals against This years John Joy winner Neil O’Donoghue for the Tatler, Neil taking a 3-0 victory giving the Tatler a 4-2 lead. Up next was Lals Richie O’Connor against Tatlers Captain Dan Leen, Dan winning 2-1, roJamie Kelliher, Dale winning 3-0. Tatler 6 – Lals 6, All Level. The 5th game saw this years Murphy Cup winner Kevin McCann for the Tatler beating Lals John Cronin 3-0, giving the Tatler back the lead 9-6. In the final game of singles saw none other Lals own Tom Biggane take on Tatlers Jack Leen, Tom winning 2-1.

Tatler after the singles going into the doubles leading 10 – 8. The duo of Sean Marshall and James Broderick of Lals took on Dan Leen and Jamie Kelliher, Lals winning 2-1.

Men’s Club Event: Fourball Better Ball. Course: Mahony’s Point. Date: 23rd April 2017.

1st James Devine (9) & Peter Wickham (10) 47pts. 2nd George Vass (5) & Michael O’Donoghue (12) 45pts. 3rd Jonathan Sparling (8) & James Mannix (11) 45pts Upcoming Competition Event: Mixed Foursome. Sponsor: Tony & Pat Walsh of Walsh Print Castleisland. Course: Mahony’s Point.

Date: 28th April 2017. Tee Time: 15:30 to 17:30. (Signup Sheet available in the Clubhouse). Event: Captains Charity Day 2017. Sponsor: Gallivan, Murphy, Hooper, Dolan Insurances. Course: Mahony’s Point. Date:30th April.

Kilcummin Notes COMHALTAS EASTER RAFFLE Kilcummin Comhaltas held a very successful Easter Raffle fundraising event at the Kilcummin G.A.A. Klub last Sunday. The day began with an exciting Egg Hunt for the young chocolate lovers and this was followed by a most enjoyable afternoon of music, singing and dancing and it clearly demonstrated the enormous talent that we have in the Parish. Our thanks to all the young people for their outstanding performances in entertaining the audience for over two hours, to their parents for their continued support to Comhaltas and everyone who made the day a most enjoyable occasion.

FLEADH CHEOIL The County Fleadh will take place in Tralee from the 17th May to 21st. The full programme of events including a time-table are available on www.kerrycomhaltas.ie GROTTO MASS Mass at Tullig Spa Grotto Tuesday 2nd May at 7pm. Rosary nightly at 7pm during month of May. CARING FOR OUR WELLBEING Caring for our wellbeing free course starting Thursday 27th April from 7.30pm to 10pm, for 8 weeks in the SHEP office Central Point, Park Road.

To Book please, phone 087-7728089.

Killarney Athletic

Results U14 Athletic 1 Iveragh 1 Iverragh scored early when a cross from the right in behind the defence found the striker at the back post who finished to the net. Athletic grew into the game & some great link up play between Moynihan, & O’Sullivan put Lee clean through only for him to be taken down by the centre half.

Into the second half & again Athletic started slow but for some timely in-

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Killarney Camogie Club

Training has resumed at Crokes on Monday evenings at 6.15 following the Easter break. Anyone who would like to try a unique sport is more than welcome to join us. All equipment is provided. We cater for girls from 6-16.

Our under 14’s took part in a Feile qualifier final against Parnells of Tralee on Sunday last. The game was played in Blenerville. Due to scheduling conflicts, Killarney had to field a weakened team. Parnells put on a great show in the first half and our girls struggled a little with the pace of the game. However, the girls rallied at half time, and came our fighting in the second half.

They got stuck in and really acquitted themselves. This was exemplified by a great goal scored by Aine Devlin after a fine individual run. There was some great defensive work in the backs led

by Geraldine Murphy, Lisa Lenihan and Keelyn O’Leary. While the scoreline didn’t flatter Killarney, they girls are showing signs of progress. There was an added bonus of Kerry Camogie selectors observing the game as they search for the next generation of County players!

needed in a 2-2 draw away to Killorglin. Dara O’Connor scored twice for the third placed side but goals from the O’Sullivan’s Brian and Kalvin saw the Hoops lift the Premier title.

U12 Div One: Killarney Celtic B 1 Fenit Samphires 1. Killarney Celtic B and Fenit drew 1-1 which cements Celtic’s fourth place. U12 Div Two: Killarney Celtic C 2 MEK 6.

Fixtures FAI Senior Cup. Killarney Celtic’s exploits in the FAI Junior Cup have given us entry to the Senior Cup, and we will play Boyle Celtic at home in Celtic Park this Saturday at 7.00pm. U15 Premier: Killarney Celtic away to St. Brendans Park, Saturday, 1.30pm. U14 Shield: Killarney Celtic B at home to Dingle Bay Rovers, Saturday, 12.30pm. U13 Shield Quarter-Final: Killarney Celtic B at home to Park C, TBC. U13 Div Two: Killarney Celtic B away to Dingle Bay Rovers, Saturday, 12.30pm. U11 Premier: Killarney Celtic Green at home to Killarney Athletic, Saturday, 2.00pm.

U11 Premier: Killarney Celtic White at home to Killarney Athletic, Saturday, 2.00pm

Further Information Please contact Anthony Greaney on 087-7098695

Killarney Valley AC

Easter break: Senior member Michael Murphy took gold in the 100m at the County Masters Championships. Elizabeth Stack got gold for High jump and Ruth Courtney got gold for triple jump at the County Junior Championships on Friday 14th. Gary Vaughan took silver for 100m and Bronze for 200m. Darragh O’Leary took gold for junior 3k and Sarah Leahy got gold in 100m and 200m. A busy 2 weeks in athletics and well done to all who competed and to those who took medals home. Senior KVAC athlete Tom Doherty did the club proud at the Kerry Athletics Track & Field championships in Castleisland . In the Masters over 45 Category he took medals in the field events: discus, javelin and shot put. Congratulations Tom! Indoor Training is now finished for this year & will continue outdoors.

See below for the changes!

MONDAYS: Training continues on Mondays at

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club

Lotto: No winner of our lotto draw 21/04/2017, numbers drawn were 3, 11, 13 & 24. Bonus not won numbers drawn were 8, 9, 18 &19. Next week’s jackpot €4,200 plus €1,000 bonus.

Munster Junior & U23 Championships: Congratulations to Amy Cronin, Tomas O’ Neill & Andrew McCarthy who were among the medal winners at the Munster Junior & U23 Championships in Waterford at the week-end.

Muckross Rowing Club

Killarney Celtic

Congratulations to Kerry’s Sean Kennedy on scoring two goals for the Irish U15s in their win over Norway and to Rian O’Sullivan for his selection on the Irish U19 squad.

Results Denny Premier: Killarney Celtic 3 Rattoo Rovers 0. Unfortunately, Rattoo Rovers were unable to field on the day.

Jimmy Falvey Youths Cup Semi-Final: Killarney Celtic 0 St. Brendans Park 0 U16 Premier: Mastergeeha 0 Killarney Celtic 0. U14 Premier: Camp Juniors 1 Killarney Celtic 1. U14 Premier: Killarney Celtic 4 Listowel Celtic 1. U14 Shield: Killarney Celtic B at home to Dingle. U13 Cup Quarter-Final: Killarney Celtic away to Killarney Athletic, Saturday, 10.30am. U13 Shield: Killarney Celtic B 5 Killorglin B 1. Killarney Celtic 12 Premier Champions: Four points this week sees Killarney Celtic crowned JK Sports 12 Premier champions to round off a very good season that has already seen them win the Subway 12 National Cup Regional competition. We defeated Mastergeeha 3-2 in a very tight game in midweek with the sides level at 2-2 at the break.

Kalvin O’Sullivan and Robert Brooks got the Celtic first half goals with Eoghan Crowley getting the winner.

And in another close encounter on Saturday they got the point they

the younger athletes aged 7 -11yrs.

Meeting at the Sem Gym. Training is outdoors from now on. Jerry’s Adult RunClub continues on Thursdays at 7pm from the Sem Gym. You must be a registered member with the club for 2017. Adults only group. Any enquiries to Jerry Griffin on 0876879186 Irish Wheel Chair Association The Irish wheelchair association - sport held their first meet of the athletics Grand Prix in Kilkenny on Saturday the 22nd of April. Killarney valley hand two members taking part. Tom Doherty in the F44 category and Jordan Lee in the T47. Tom was successful in the filed throwing events discus, Javelin and shot put, while Jordan in his first games was also successfully in the 200 meters , high jump and long jump.

Both athletic are looking forward to new challenges and setting PBs.

The Spa Muckross Community Games U-10 boys indoor soccer team who won gold in the County Final Sunday.

Killarney Community Games

Killarney Community Games qualifiers for the Killarney South and North amalgamated areas takes place this Friday at 7pm in St. Oliver’s Primary School field. This event has proven to be one of the most popular events in the Killarney Athletic calendar with large attendances and excellent talent on display. This qualifier for the County finals to be held on the weekend 24th June in Castleisland. The athletic qualifier welcomes boys and girls from U8-U16 with a range of events on the night including Sprints, Long distance and Throw events. We hope to see a large attendance on the night. Admission and entry is free to all and medals will be awarded to all qualifiers. For

7pm with training for athletes aged 12 and over only. Meeting in the Demesne at 7pm beside the playground.

Jerry’s Adult RunClub continues on Mondays at 7pm from the New Road opposite entrance to Bishops Path.

Adults only group. Any enquiries to Jerry Griffin on 0876879186 TUESDAYS: High Jump is on Tuesday evenings from 6-7pm in the Sem Gym for registered 11, 12 and 13 year olds. Any enquiries to Brian Stack 0862506932 WEDNESDAYS: Hill work on Wednesdays for club members in Secondary school only.

Meet at the Demense Gates at 15.50 sharp changed and ready to train– approx 30 minutes of training.

THURSDAYS: Training on Thursdays 6-7pm for

LIMERICK & SCHOOLS REGATTA Congratulations and well done to all our members who competed in the Limerick and Schools Regattas held in O’Briensbridge last weekend. Over two days, the four-lane regatta course was raced over 1500m with 1000m races for J14, J15 and Masters events.

In the Limerick Regatta on Saturday, the club was represented in categories from Junior 14 to Masters, with a number of strong performances throughout the day. Well done to our Womens Junior 15 Double who were second to Shandon in their final, with Fermoy third and Carlow fourth. A silver theme continued for the Womens J15 crews with two more second place finishes following. The Womens J15 Eight were second to Carlow with Shandon in third. Meanwhile the first of two Womens J15 Quad crews to race were second to Castleconnell BC in their straight final while the second quad crew to race finished third to Athlone and Clonmel in the following straight final. We also say well done to our Mens J18 Quad crew who were heat winners over Portadown, King’s Hospital and Shannon crews and to Aoife Farrell, who was second in her heat but was unlucky to miss out on the sole qualification spot in a category attracting numerous entries. Similarly, the Womens J16 Quad crew raced well in their heat finishing second to Carlow and ahead of Portadown but also missed a place in the final due to the limits of the four-lane course and multiple entries in the category. The club

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is very proud of our younger and beginner crews, with a number of members competing in their first regatta.

Great promise for the years ahead! On Sunday, there was fierce competition between the second level schools of the country.

REGATTA SEASON The next event for the club sees a return to O’Briensbridge for the Castleconnell Sprint Regatta over a 500m distance on Saturday next 6th May. The Lee Regatta also runs over a 500m course in the Marina in Cork on Saturday 20th May. Carlow Regatta is set to take place over two days on Saturday and Sunday 3rd and 4th June.

MUCKROSS LOTTERY Sat 22nd April. No’s drawn: 9, 11, 18, 19. Lucky Number: 7. Next draw Sat 29th April 2017 at the Jarvey’s Rest.

Jackpot: €1,450. Match 4 plus Lucky No in panel 2: €2,450.

Rathmore/ Gneveguilla notes Sliabh Luachra Comhaltas Congratulations to our branch member, Molly Herlihy, who won the Under 12 Sean nós dancing competition at the Cork County Fleadh last weekend.

This is a great achievement & we all wish Molly the best of luck at the Munster Fleadh in July.

Kerry County Fleadh Tralee CCE will again host this year’s Kerry Fleadh. The official opening will be on Wednesday night May 17th in the Rose Hotel. A full programme of events including street entertainment in the Square, traditional music street competition, open air ceilís & much more will run until Sunday 21st May.

Old Killarney Inn Golf Society

Results Result of Competition played at Dooks Golf Club on Saturday 22nd April, 3 Person scramble, Winners & best net return, Brian O’ Leary, Tadgh Healy & John Daly, Runner-up, Mary Lynch, Paraic O’ Donoghue & Sean O’ Donoghue, 3rd place, Noeleen Mackessey, Donal O’ Reilly & Mary O’ Reilly.

Many thanks to all players and to Dooks Golf Club for their excellent improvements on the course. Next outing, Mahonys point (Captains Prize) on Saturday 24th June. New membership still available, text 087 9491116.

Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Club

MEMBERSHIP If you are interested in joining the Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Club, please get in touch - give a call to Jacqueline in Killarney Glass at Woodlands Industrial Estate for a Membership Form or text 087-3381842 for a form to be posted to you. New Members are always welcome to join.

Check out our website www.killarneyvintage.com and our Facebook page for further information and details of our upcoming events.

MF135 TRACTOR Tickets are available to purchase for our recently renovated MF135 Tractor from all committee members, from

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Workmen’s Rowing Club scullers who represented St Brigid’s, St Brendan’s and Presentation Milltown at the School’s Regatta at O’Brien’s Bridge last Sunday.

Killarney Glass, Castleisland Tyre Centre, Donal Kissane DBK Machinery Ltd Beaufort and directly from the four charities who will benefit from the draw - Down Syndrome Kerry, The Irish Pilgrimage Trust, Kerry/Cork Health Link Bus & The Irish Kidney Association (Kerry Branch. Draw takes please on Saturday the 30th September 2017.

INTERNATIONAL RALLY OF THE LAKES We would like to wish Anthony O’Connor, Clerk of the Course and his team the very best for the 38th International Rally of the Lakes taking place this weekend and also to all competitors taking part in the event. The Club will be marshaling at Liebherr Car Park on Saturday and Sunday if any members are available for a few hours over the weekend, please get in contact on 087-3381842.

1954 WORLD PLOUGHING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Club/Killarney Ploughing are currently researching the second World Ploughing Championships which took place in Killarney in 1954. If anyone has any information on the event, photographs or memorabilia in particular a programme, we would be very grateful if you could get in touch. Please contact Tom on 087-2383809.

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(Men’s Section) RESULTS: 20th April - Open Seniors, Winner: Johnny Doolan. 21st April - Open Friday Sponsored by Clifford Groundcare, Winner: Brian Burke (20) 38 pts.

23rd April - Swap Day in Macroom Sponsored by P.J. Lynch, Quantity Surveyor, 1st Shane O’Sullivan (9) 36 pts, 2nd Michael J O’Connor (10) 33 pts, 3rd Denis O’Connor (15) 33 pts FIXTURES: Thurs 27th April: Open Seniors 10am Friday 28th April - Open Single Stableford (Mixed) Sponsored by Cliffords Groundcare. Entry Fee €25 pp 29th/30th April - GOTY Rd 1 - 18 Hole

stroke (yellow tees) - Sponsored by Eddie Slattery, Dairy & Refrigeration.

Ross GC, Killarney

Gents Club Fixtures:On Saturday April 29th and Sunday April 30th we will hold an 18 hole single stableford competition .The time sheet is now available in the clubhouse so please add your name to it as soon as possible.

Club Matchplay Championship.Please note that the entry sheet and rules for the Killarney Medal & Trophy Centre sponsored Club Matchplay Championship is now available on the noticeboard so please add your name to it immediately

Spa Muckross Community Games

Our u10 boys competed in the County indoor soccer finals in Duagh on Sunday 23rd. They beat a young Knocknagoshel team comfortably in the semi-final, and they ran out 6 to 1 winners against Duagh/Lyre in the final. Team: Mark O’Carroll, Joey McCarthy, Nathan Cronin, Jake Downing, Shane Doolan, Luke Doolan, Caoilean Mitchell, Maurice Joy. Well done to all. Thanks to our trainers Adrian McCarthy and Diarmuid O’Carroll, and a huge thanks to the County Committee and all who volunteered on Sunday to allow our children have this experience.

Workmen’s Rowing Club

Training News Both Indoor and Outdoor training continue as usual as per coaches’ texts.

Our lakeshore training takes place on Saturday and Sunday mornings at Reen Pier, Ross Castle, at 10 am. Keep an eye on coaches’ texts for updates regarding any changes to this schedule.

Schools’ Regatta

Congratulations to our 15 scullers and cox Leona Browne who competed in the Schools Regatta , at O’Brien’s Bridge Limerick, last Sunday. Results are as follows: Representing Presentation Sec School , Milltown- Men’s U23 Single Scull: Ruadhán Mac Curtáin , 1st in his time trial heat, and 7th overall. Men’s U23 2X James Mc Carthy & Ruadhán Mac Curtáin, 1st in their time trial heat, and 5th overall. Women’s J16 4X+: Abigail Gallagher, Meadhbh Ni Churtain, Lauren Lehane and Amber Pomeranz, a very strong row in their heat Representing St Brendan’s Sec School, Killarney- Men’s J16 Single Scull: Marc Woodard, 2nd in time trial heat and 5th overall, Men’s U23 2X Marc Woodard & Jakub Kunicki , 1st in their time trial heat and 10th overall. Representing St Brigid’s Sec Sch; KillarneyWomen’s U23 2X Siobhán Burns & Ciara Moynihan, 2nd in time trial heat, Annie O’Donoghue and Ciara Browne 1st in time trial heat and 2nd overall in final. Women’s U23 4X- Siobhán, Ciara M, Annie & Ciara B, came 1st in their time trial and a spectacular 1st in final.

Women’s J15 4x+ Miriam Green, Aoireann Moriarty, Laura Looney & Sarah O’Leary, 2nd in their final. Women’s J14 4X+ Kate Rudden, Laura Looney, Ellen Farndon & Sarah O’Leary a commanding 1st in their final!!

Killarney Golf Club Ladies

Results of ladies stroke competition on Mahonys Sunday 23rd April, sponsored by Corkerys bar and restaurant.

1st. Gemma Lacey ,(31). 68 bk 9, 2nd.

Katie O,Connell. (21). 68, BG. Eimear O,Donnell.(7). 79 gross, 3rd. Siobhan Brosnan.

(10).69, 4th. Mary O Neill.

(22). 70 bk 9, 5th. Helen Howard. (24).

70. Next Sundays Competition is Ladies Exchange day with Dooks, team of 2

Kerry Vintners Golf Society

PUBLICANS! Kerry Inter Pub Golf Classic In association with Kerry Vintners Golf Society (32nd Outing), In Aid of Irish Pilgrimage Trust , Kindly Sponsored

by Tom Tobin, Killarney Medals & Trophies This year’s outing will be held on Wednesday 10th May 2017, O’Mahony’s Point, Tee-time 1.30pm-5pm, €200 per team of four. Your support would be greatly appreciated. €152,430 raised to date. Contact any of the following to book a team: Gary O’Donnell 087-7988981, Tim O’Brien 064-6632045/087-9120508.

Tom Looney 086-3461417, Sean Murphy 087-2461780, Muiris O’Donoghue 087-6863269.

Killarney RFC News

Minis: Next Saturday, our minis will hold their last session of the 2016-2017 season.

The season has gone extremely well for the kids as we took part in Blitzes right across the county and welcomed

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until Sun May 14th. Please ensure that you have both your name & entry paid in advance.

Presentation Monastery Competition: We welcome ‘The Mon’ to our course on the Bank Holiday Monday for their Annual Fundraising Three Ball Scramble.

Fossa Rowing Club

Annie O’Donoghue, Ciara Browne, Siobhán Burns and Ciara Moynihan of St. Brigid’s, Killarney Women’s U-23 4X crew, winners at the School’s Regatta at O’Brien’s Bridge last Sunday.

Leona Browne, Laura Looney, Sarah O’Leary, Kate Rudden and Ellen Farndon of St Brigid’s, Killarney Women’s J14 4X+ Crew who came first at the School’s Regatta at O’Brien’s Bridge last Sunday. teams from Tralee, Abbeyfeale and Listowel to Killarney for matches. The U11’s played at half time during the European Cup quarter final between Munster and Toulouse last month, while both U11 and U12 went to Cork for a day trip to take on Sunday’s Well and get a tour of Collins Barracks. Our U8’s and the Girls section took a trip to Thomond Park earlier in the season for a Munster match. It has been a very busy season and next Saturday we will finish up the season with our famous end of season party and medal/trophy presentation. Mini coordinator Liam Murphy is looking forward to a busy day at Aghadoe and the morning will kick off at 10:30am with training. Any queries, contact Liam at 087-4145662.

U14’s: West Munster U14 League champions Killarney RFC are due to take part in the West Munster Cup final in the near future. We are still awaiting an update on venue and date as there is no set time or venue, so keep posted to our facebook page for details on this huge match for John O’Connell, Seamus Greally and Eoin Seery’s men.

Castleisland are again the opposition.

Best of luck to the lads as they aim to due the double.

AGM: Our AGM will take place on Wednesday the 24th of May at the Killarney Plaza Hotel. Can all members please attend.

Video Race Night: Our next club fundraiser takes place at the Killarney Avenue Hotel on Friday the 5th of May next. Free entry on the night. The night kicks off at 8:30pm. For further details contact Paul Murphy on 087-3745351 or Ger Moynihan on 087-1240365.

Glenflesk

RAHEEN N.S. Congratulations to Joan Mullane who had the winning lotto no. 12 on Saturday the 22nd of April.

CONTACT: We welcome items of local interest.

Please contact PRO Paudie on 087 7692220 or pro.glenflesk.kerry@gaa. ie.

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Sunday Competition: Nett: Michael Foley, John Murphy and Mike ‘Seve’ O’Leary and Gross: Ger Casey, Kieran Fitzpatrick and Eileen Switzer.

No Competition this Sunday due to Paul O’Sullivan Scramble in Castleisland. Next event on Sunday May 7th.

The first 36 Holes Singles of the year will take place the following Sunday May 14th.

Wednesday Evening Competition: Results from April 19th- Nett: Kieran Fitzpatrick and Willie O’Keeffe 36 and Gross: Jason O’Brien and Mike Cotter 49. Hole-in-One: Jason O’Brien Draw @ 6.15pm, entry open to all club members aged 15 or over and €4 per player. All intending players must be fully paid up members prior to playing.

Paul O’Sullivan Scramble: This re-arranged event takes place in Castleisland on Sunday morning with a draw time of 9.30am. Entry €10 per player, open draw of all PPUI registered players in Kerry. Dress code in force, we encourage all club members to support this event.

Munster Strokeplay Entries: Entry Sheet now on the noticeboard.

Entry €13 per player, entry available

Club Outing On Sunday club members visited the Eclipse Centre in Blackwater for an adventurous afternoon. As anybody who has rowed knows being part of a crew is all about working together, encouraging and supporting. Club members showed the personality traits desired in crew members as the waded through the mud course and completed the assault course working as a team. Thanks to Sarah for organising and to all who brought the picnic food which was shared.

On the lake The recent fine weather brought both new and seasoned oars-people to the shore. Training will continue on Wednesday and Friday evenings and on Sunday morning. Trainers will put any changes on messenger.

Killarney Golf and Fishing Club

Men’s Club Declan would also like to give one mention to his forthcoming Captains Charity Day which will be held on Sunday next, the 30th of April, he still has some “Tees and Greens” available for sponsorship at €100 for either. Declan has arranged for several sub-sections to his Charity day, and the beneficiaries of which are the Chemotherapy Day Unit at University Hospital Kerry, and the Irish Kidney Association.

One such event will be the raffle for a state of the art Powakaddy FW7, value €650 which can be yours for as little as €20 if your name is drawn out of the hat, tickets are still available from Brian Clarke who is The organizer of the raffle, or Derry McCarthy or Captain Declan himself.

There will also be an auction for various Green Fee’s from our fellow Kerry Clubs, and other events, which are in the pipeline. Presentation of prizes, the draw for the raffle, and the auction are scheduled to take place at 8.30 P.M. On next Sunday night in the Clubhouse. John Curtin who is our Committee representative to the Junior Golf section of our Club has reported that our boys team were successful in their first outing in the “Fred Daly Trophy” competition, the team which is under the watchful eye of Liam Healy had a hard earned victory over Dooks in the first round, by a margin on 3 and a half points to 1 and a half points.

Luke Walsh won his match on the 19th green, Darren Mulcahy won 1 up, Niall McCarthy lost 2/1 Ryan Kelliher won 4/3 and the newcomer to the team Jack Knoblauch was called in, and his match was deemed a half.

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Kanturk in Newcastle West on Sunday the 7th of May at 3.00 P.M. John also advises that the Junior Club are holding competitions on Lackabane every Monday evening during the month of May, and that Coaching lessons for beginners are held every Saturday morning at 11 A.M. also at Lackabane.

The Charity Fund-raiser Golf Classic in memory of Sheila Kelliher will be held on Mahony’s Point Course on Thursday & Friday the 4th & 5TH of May, the Charity selected to benefit from this fund-raising event is the “Kerry Palliative Care Unit” in Tralee. Sheila’s husband and Club Member, Tomas advises that there are still a few spaces available in the mornings of both the Thursday and the Friday. Sheila, who was affectionately known as Sheila Mac, passed away at a very young age due to the ravages of cancer, and the organizers are hoping to collect a substantial amount of cash for their chosen and most deserving charity.

The competition on Sunday the 23rd of April was the Gallivan Murphy Hooper Dolan Insurances sponsored qualifier for the Club Fourball competition played on Killeen course. Suffice to say that the scoring was of the highest standard, with only two of the ten pairings on 40 points making the “cut”. Club Captain Declan McCarthy with his playing partner Neil Coffey comfortably qualified with 43 points, even though Declan and his chosen partner for the competition would have been exempt From having to qualify. The winners with 47 points were James Devane & Peter Wickham, James has been playing good golf lately and has been prominent in a number of competitions. In second place By virtue of a better back nine holes were George Vass and Michael O’Donoghue with 45 points, George and Michael are the current holders of the Club Foursomes competition.

In third place were Jonathan Sparling and James Mannix also with 45 points.

The subsequent draw has, as usual Thrown up some interesting pairings, the Sponsors and Father and Son combination of Tadhg & Simon Gallivan, will face John Culloty & Tommy Galvin. Another interesting tussle will be between Bernard Carey & Jim Morris versus Paul Murphy and Donal “Doc” O’Connell.

Milltown/Listry Branch Of Kerry Hospice Foundation

MILLTOWN/LISTRY BRANCH OF KERRY HOSPICE FOUNDATION would like to sincerely like to thank all those who took part in or sponsored participants in our Good Friday fundraising walk.

A total of E1,215 was raised. A special word of thanks to Milltown Community Hall and Ashborough Lodge for the use of their facilities. Thank you to Spar and Murphys Foodstore for donating biscuits and refreshments.

Just to remind you that our next fundraising event church gate collection...

Listry 13th May.

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Dr Crokes Club

On Sunday April 23rd the Crokes girls were away to BallyDuff/Beale. Dr Crokes were seriously understrength and were no match for their opponents .They were completely overwhelmed and very heavily defeated on a score line of Ballyduff/Beale 8-5 Dr Crokes 2-1 .This was just one of those days where nothing went to plan. Scorers for Crokes were Rocha Clifford and Sara Neher with a goal each and Sarah MacMahon.

Under 14 Our brave U14 team lost out to Kilcummin by a solidarity point in a Féile qualifying game on Wednesday evening. The players struggled early on to come to terms with the full rules but rallied well before half-time and trailed by a point at half-time. Kilcummin caught us for 1-1 early in the second half and our comeback came just a little too late.

Under 16 The Black team had an impressive win over Firies on Monday evening on a scoreline of 2-17 to 1-10. They played a back game on Thursday evening also in Lewis Road. The Crokes men proved far too strong as they dismantled Kenmare by 6-17 to 1-10.

We would like to wish U16 star Lorcan Martin a speedy recovery and we look forward to seeing you back in the Black and Amber shortly.

Date to note: Kerry Coiste na nOg are celebrating 50 years of juvenile GAA in the county this year and, as part of the birthday celebrations there will be a parade on Sunday May 7th and this will start at 12.30pm from Fitzgerald Stadium. All juveniles (U6 to U16) plus mentors and parents are all welcome. Also the Medal Presentation Function to All Ireland Club Champions will take place on 27th of May at INEC. More details to follow.

Lotto Lotto 1, 5, 11, 19. Jackpot €5100. Not won. Match 3 8 by €50. Next draw on Sunday 30th of April in Speakeasy.

Jackpot €5400

East Kerry GAA

East Kerry Junior League The East Kerry Junior league, sponsored by Kerry Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Centre, Killarney, is nearing the finals stage, with round 2 played last week. In Division 1, it was the home side, Dr Crokes took the league points when they played Gneeveguilla. Final scoreline of Dr Crokes 4-20 Gneeveguilla 0-10. In the second division 1 game, Rathmore proved much too strong and experienced for a young Killarney Legion Junior side, missing a number or regulars in this game played in Derreen. Final score Rathmore 3-17 Killarney Legion 1-08.

These results mean that Rathmore top the division 1 league table, with 4 league points, while both Dr Crokes and Gneeveguilla are on 2 league points going into the final round of league games. Dr Crokes play Killarney Legion and Rathmore meet Gneeveguilla in round 3. In Division 2,

visitors Spa booked their place in the final when they travelled to Kilcummin for a round 2 game, having drawn in their round 1 game against Glenflesk.

Final score Spa 1-20 Kilcummin 1-10.

Spa await the outcome of the round 3 game between Glenflesk and Kilcummin to find out who they will meet in the final. Kilcummin need to win while a draw would suffice to see Glenflesk through to the final. Both division 1 and division 2 finals are fixed for Tuesday 2nd May at neutral venues.

East Region U16 League The last league round of games in the MD O’Shea East Region U16 League, to determine progression to semi finals and finals, are fixed for this week.

The semi finals in Divisions 1, 2 and 3 sees the second placed team on the league table take on third placed team, with the second placed team having at a home venue. The top team in the league table has home venue for the final. In Division 3 the fourth placed team will play a home final versus the winner of fifth V sixth placed team (fifth at home for semi final) for a Division 4 title. There will be extra time if necessary in all semi finals which are set for Monday 1st May. Extra time also applies if necessary in the finals, which are fixed a week later, on the 8th May. Firies Coiste na Nog U13 Club Skills Finals Congratulations to our Firies Coiste na nÓg club boys; Stephen Palmer, James Horgan & Aaron Burke who put in a meticulous performance in the County’s U13 Club Skills Competition.

Their efforts paid dividend as they came joint third within the fair County of Kerry.

Lee Stand Football League Our assiduous U12 boys headlined the fixtures this week; both the Blue and White teams were in action last Sunday. Unfortunately, it did not go to plan for both teams; the blue troopers met a very strong Keel side; losing out 3-07 to Keels’ 5-22. Yet, all wasn’t lost as the Whites came up trumps 5-12 to 2-06. Well done to both teams on their industrious effort. The boys continue their endeavors in division 4; Firies Vs Ballydonoghue at home @ 6pm on Sunday, 30th April.

Fossa GAA

Lotto Numbers drawn were 4, 8, 24, 28 .

There was no jackpot winner. Next weeks jackpot will be €14,850.

Seniors The seniors played Dromid on Sunday in the second round of the Junior Championship, having already lost to the same opposition in the county league, they needed no motivation for this game. Dromid held on to run out winners, 1-16 to 1-15. This was a cracking championship game with everyone giving their all, Fossa will be disappointed but the damage was done in the first half as Dromid were never going to surrender a nine point lead easily, however the Fossa players never gave up the chase and nearly got a draw in the finish which their second half efforts deserved.

Minors

28.04.17 The minor team played Ballymac in the semi final of the county league on Friday evening in Ballymac and recorded a fantastic victory. It is never easy to win away from home and considering that they had lost to them in the league stage it was never going to be an easy game. On the night the Fossa players, to a man, stood up to be counted and produced a sterling display of football to win 4-09 to 1-14.

This sets up a final with An Ghaeltacht in a couple of weeks time.

Ladies Football The senior ladies recorded a good win over St Pat’s on Sunday morning on a scoreline of 6-11 to 4-07, well done ladies.

Listry GAA

CROKE PARK GO GAMES: Congratulations to Listry Juvenilles U12 team who travelled to Croke Park on Thursday April 20th to compete in Munster GAA Go Games. Thanks to Fergus Clifford for organising the trip, Pat Fleming, Donie Evans their trainers and all the Juveniles committee involved in the Juvenile club. Especially to our Referee on the day Sean O Sullivan, who did a splendid job and acquitted himself very well.

SYMPATHY: Deepest sympathy to the Lucid family, Castleisland on the sudden death of Fr. John Lucid R.I.P. Fr. Lucid served as a curate in Milltown/ Listry and Firies from 1972/75.

SPORT RESULTS AND FIXTURES: Senior Listry Football team met with Tarbert in The Junior Club Championship on Sunday last April 23rd in Allman Park. After a brilliant and exciting game, Listry came out the better team on the final score. Listry 0.12 Tarbert 0.11. U16 played Glenflesk in Glenflesk on Monday 17th. Glenflesk 5.12 Keel/Listry 2.18. U14 Congratulations to Keel/Listry U14 who are now through to the semi-finals for the Feile Competitions after the following results in Listry last Wednesday evening April 19th. Keel/Listry 4.04 Firies 3.04.

Keel/Listry 1.06 G.G.C 1.05. Next County League game on Wednesday in Castleisland V Desmonds at 7.00 pm.

Please come and support our team.

U12 v Spa in Spa on Sunday 23rd April, Division 5A Spa 4.15 Listry 1.05.

Division 5B Spa 5.16 Listry 5.11.. Next match in Co. League on Sunday 30th V Duagh in Allman Park at 6 pm. U8: Well done to Listry U8s who travelled to John Mitchels Complex, Tralee Wednesday April 18th, to compete in mini blitzs organised by Kerry Coaching & Games.

LOTTO RESULTS DRAW 1, 2, 6,14, No Jackpot winner. Next Sunday lotto jackpot e6,350

Killarney Legion

Club Championship Killarney Legion 2-14 Dingle 2-14 Anyone who paid at the gate coming in definitely wasn’t looking for a refund coming out as this epic finished level. Even the extra 20 minutes couldn’t separate the 2 teams as they slugged it out for 80 minutes. We looked especially dangerous in the

first quarter as James O Donoghue stole in for a goal and shortly after Conor Keane was most unlucky to see his audacious lob come back off the crossbar. At the other end Captain Danny Sheahan and All Star Paul Geaney had a ding dong battle as Paul slipped in for a goal and there was little between the sides at half time.1-7 to 1-5 in Dingles favour. There was a slight drought in scoring in the second half with Dingle again slipping in for a goal to open up a 5 point gap midway through. But Conor Keane,Thomas Moriarty and James O’Donoghue kept chipping away with Jack O Neill going through some lung busting work.

Captain Danny Sheahan cavaliered upfield to win a penalty which was duly converted by James. The last 8 minutes were tense as Danny again stormed forward to nudge Legion in front in injury time before Mikey Geaney in a rare moment broke off the shackles of Denis Sheahan to equalize with the last kick of the game. The pace of the game didn’t drop in extra time as both teams gave their all. Dingle lead by 1 point with the last play of the game being a Legion free from 50 yards out. Up stepped substitute Finbarr Murphy with ice in his veins to kick a superb point and bring the curtain down on an absorbing draw. The team management will be delighted with the way the lads never relented and kept going to the bitter end with a draw being most deserving.

Senior Ladies Killarney Legion 6-11 Laune Rangers 1-7 The Senior Ladies travelled to JP O Sullivan park in Killorglin and came home victorious with a fine win over Laune Rangers. GIRLS U16 Our U16 girls took to the field at Derreen for 2nd.round of the county league against Na Gaeil. Once again our ladies showed great character, in the process doing themselves proud and held out to win on a score line of 3-10 to 3-7. Well done Ladies. Next game is home v Ballymac FIXTURE Good news on the fixture front our 1st. round Co. Championship game V Kenmare Shamrocks has been fixed for Sunday 14th.May At 6p.m.in Derreen.

LOTTO Results of draw held on 17-4-17, winning No’s - 5,17,20,28. No winner. Results of draw held on 23-4-17. Winning No’s. 13,16,21,25. No winner. Next weeks Jackpot €8,500. Draw on Monday May 1st @9pm Murphy’s Bar.

Miltown / Castlemaine

Lotto Lotto Jackpot Results for Friday April 21st: Drawn numbers were: 6, 12, and 28 with 15 being the bonus number.

No winner of our jackpot or a match 3. Our Lotto Jackpot is now €14,200.

Next draw will take place in Larkin’s Bar on Friday May 5th -with €700 on offer for a match 3.

Feile: The National Féile Peil na nÓg 2017 will be held in Monaghan, Cavan and Fermanagh while the Division 1 Coun-

On The Ball| Monday 5.30pm

28.04.17

St Brigid’s Presentation Killarney students at the Killarney and District Motor Club road safety seminar for Transition Year students in St Brendan’s College, Killarney on Tuesday in advance of the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes. The Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes will take place in Killlarney from Friday 28th April to Sunday 30th April 2017. ty Féile will be held in Sligo at the end of June. Kerry will have three qualifies for the National weekend. Kerry B, C and D. Kerry A will be in Sligo. Milltown Castlemaine’s U.14’s are in the B qualifiers. Last Wednesday, Milltown Castlemaine hosted Group 2B of the Kerry Coiste na nÓg Féile Peil na nÓg qualifiers. Milltown Castlemaine played Na Gael in the first game. Score: Na Gael 3.03 to Milltown Castlemaine 1.06.

The second game was Na Gael v An Ghaeltacht. Na Gael qualified for the Div 2 Féile final as top seeds from this group with a controlled win. Score: Na Gael 3.05 An Ghaeltacht 1.02. The final place in the Feile semi finals was to be decided by the last game of the evening. Milltown Castlemaine’s very young defence set the platform for their teams win. Their forwards got the room in the second half to ensure that they qualified with a win on a score line of Milltown Castlemaine 2.03 An Ghaeltacht 0.04. Well done to the players of all three teams for some very entertaining and enjoyable football. Referee for all three games was Paul Hayes, Kerins O’Rahillys. Na Gael and Milltown Castlemaine qualify for the Division 2 semi finals. Which will be held on Wednesday May 3rd. Times and venues to be confirmed.

Challenge Game: Well done to our Under 10’s who had two very enjoyable challenge games against Listry on Friday evening.

Thank you to Listry Gaa for the challenge game and to their referee who did an excellent job.

Minors: Hard luck to our minor team who were defeated by Glenbeigh Glencar Cromane on Friday evening last in the semi final of the minor league.

Seniors: The Milltown Castlemaine senior men

were at home on Sunday afternoon to Cromane in a back game of the senior league. The final whistle to give a full time score of MC:2/13,Cromane:0/12.

50 year celebrations: Coiste Na nÓg Chiarrai are celebrating 50 years of Juvenile activity in both Football and Hurling in 2017 and as part of the celebrations they are compiling a history to acknowledge this.

They are appealing to all clubs to supply photographs of teams and administrators over the period. All the material supplied will be acknowledged and scanned and returned to the owners. Please contact Jimmy O Sullivan Darcy at jimmyosdarcy@gmail. com or 087-9633397 or any executive officer if you can provide any material or information.

Spa Club

Coiste na nÓg ABC Nursery Fun continues this Saturday April 22nd 11.30-12.15 in our fabulous indoor hall.

New members very welcome as this is free to everyone 3-5 year olds. Underage Training continues as normal this Saturday.

Ladies Football: U-6/U-12 Training resumes Saturday 29th April at usual time.

U-12 Boys Spa U-12 boys played their 3rd group game of the county league on Sunday.

Spa blues won with a score of 5-31 and Spa Gold won with a score of 5-16.

U-16 Boys Spa 5-8 Currow 5-8 Well done to our U-16 boys in the Co League. They trailed throughout the game but through determination and great teamwork pulled off a draw with an equally impressive Fossa team.

East Kerry Junior League Rd2: Spa 1-20 Kilcummin 1-10

Our juniors did very well in Kilcummin last Tuesday and while there was only a point between the sides at half time, they put in a strong second half performance.

Juniors have a BYE in Rd3.

Ladies football U-14 Girls The girls played away to Na Gaeil with a very small squad. Played well but lost eventually to the Tralee side.

U-16 Girls Spa played Currow at home & a very exciting game. A high scoring game but our girls held out & won the decider in end.

Senior Ladies The ladies started their county league last Sunday away to Milltown Listry.

Level at half time but lost to a stronger side on the day. Next Round saw ladies at home to Austin Stacks. Finished level at the end but were very unlucky with many scoring chances.

Upcoming Fixtures Tuesday 26th April: U14 Boys away to Dromid at 6pm. Thursday 28th April: U-16 Girls away to Dr Crokes at 6.30pm. Sunday 30th April: U-14 boys away to Renard at 6pm. Sunday 30th April: U-14 girls home to Scartaglen at 5pm.

Lotto Spa Lotto held In the Torc Hotel. Numbers drawn.11. 14. 16. 24. No winner.

Next weeks draw in McSweeney’s for a jackpot of €5,600

Mid Kerry GAA

Round 5 back game in the Mid Kerry Senior League saw a win for Miltown/ Castlemaine over Cromane 2-13 to 12 pts Miltown/Castlemaine 2-13 Cromane 0-12 The Milltown/Castlemaine senior men were at home last Sunday afternoon to Cromane in a back game of the senior league. Both sides went through another period of errant passing and shooting. The last few minutes saw Derek Twiss add 2 more points for M/C (1from a free) whilst Cromane added a consolation point before the final whistle to give the home side a comfortable win.

Garveys Supervalu Senior Football Championship Round 1 sees Mid Kerry take on Dr. Crokes in Fitzgerald Stadium (as part of a double header) on Sunday 14th May at 3.45pm.

Glenflesk GAA

GLENFLESK SENIORS (SPONSORED BY THE KERRYWAY & O`BRIENS QUICKPICK) Intermediate Championship. Our Senior team bowed out of the Intermediate Championship on Sunday last after a narrow loss to Laune Rangers.

Despite being the better team for much of the first half, the concession of 2 early goals saw us go in at the break level. With the game in the melting pot Laune Rangers struck for what proved to be the decisive goal mid way through the second half & finished up with a 3 point win. A disappointing day for our young team but great credit must go to them for the never say die spirit they displayed.

Sport

Full Time; Glenflesk 0-13, Laune Rangers 3-07 GLENFLESK JUNIORS Our juniors play Kilcummin in the East Kerry League this Friday April 28th at 7pm in Glenflesk.

GLENFLESK MINORS Our Minor team put in 2 marvelous performances last week in the Co. League. On Tuesday they had a great win over Fossa in the group stage to book a semi final place on Friday night away to An Gaelteact. Despite a brilliant team performance we lost out by the bare minimum. Well done to the team and management a great campaign.

GLENFLESK LOTTO: No winner of the lotto which took place in The Corner Bar, 24th April,2017. Jackpot €5,000, No’s were 4, 9, 19, 23. The next draw will take place in the Kerryway on 8th May, 2017 and the Jackpot is €5,200.

Kilcummin GAA

KILCUMMIN JUVENILE GAA Under 16 Girls play Listowel Emmets away on Thursday 27th April at 7.15pm.

Under 14 Boys play Crokes at home on Wednesday 26th at 7pm.

Under 12 Boys Crokes Away on Sunday 30th April at 6pm.

Under 14 Girls are due to play Moyvane at home at 5pm on 30th April.

SENIOR FOOTBALL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Kilcummin play Rathmore in Rathmore this Wednesday at 7 pm in rd 1 of the Club Championship. Be there a little early as there may be ticket caravans in place and to facilitate parking.

GAA GOLF CLASSIC The golf classic time-sheet is almost full but a few spaces remain. Please contact Muiris Healy Kilcummin P.O. for a time. Anyone who wants to be associated with this fund raiser can also still sponsor a tee box and have your business name mentioned on the website also. Thank you for your ongoing support. Teams of three for €150.

KILCUMMIN GAA LOTTO There was no winner on Sunday 23rd April 2017. Numbers drawn were 2, 5, 12, 17. Next Draw Sunday, May 7th 2017. Jackpot now €4,500.

MASTERGEEHA FC Premier B Camp 1 Mastergeeha 0. In this close game the seniors were unlucky not to get a draw. Chris Egan, Tommy O Sullivan and Tom Templeman went closest for Mastergeeha.

MASTERGEEHA FC LOTTO There was no winner on Friday 21st April, 2017. Numbers drawn were 1, 8, 20, 24. Jackpot now €6,900.

Gneeveguilla GAA

Gneeveguilla Gaa lotto numbers 3,4,18,27 No jackpot winner next weeks jackpot €11,800. La Le Club is on May7th BBQ and lots of activities taking place on the Club grounds everyone welcome. Gneeveguilla u12 away to Na Gaeil Sunday30th of April. U6 training continues every Friday 6 to 7pm new members always welcome.

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