KILLARNEY ADVERTISER 5 MAY 2023

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Martin Grady to replace father Donal on Killarney Municipal Council

Cllr Donal Grady will be replaced by his son Martin on the Killarney Municipal Council after the long-serving councillor called time on his political career this week.

| By Sean Moriarty

Last month the Killarney Advertiser revealed that this week’s Killarney Municipal District meeting would be his last. He formally announced his retirement at Wednesday’s meeting where colleagues piad tribute to his contribution to the local political scene.

The veteran politician today pulled up a seat to the debating table in the Killarney town hall for the last time as he attended his final Killarney Municipal District meeting 24 years after his first election. The Independent public representative, who is stepping away from active politics, said he has very mixed emotions but the time is right for new and fresh blood.

It is expected that his son, Martin, will be co-opted to the seat at the next meeting of the council.

Cllr Grady served on the former Killarney Town Council from June 1999 until it was disbanded in 2014 when he won a seat

on Killarney Municipal District.

“His fingerprints are on a number of projects, too many to mention. Killarney has been the better of Cllr Grady having been elected as a representative of this town,” Cllr Kelleher said.

Cllr Niall ‘Botty’ O’Callaghan recalled how the two of them may not have always agreed on political matters they remained friends outside the chamber.

“There was skin and hair flying at times but we went for coffee afterwards and that was that,” said O’Calllaghan.

Cllr Brendan Cronin: “He served the town and county with dedication.”

Cllr Maura Healy-Rae said “Killarney and its people were always his passion,” while

Cllr John O’Donoghue said: “He did his service in the best interests of the town.”

Killarney Municipal District Manager, Angela McAllen added:

“He was hardworking and long-serving. He brought great and passionate debate.”

Illegal dumping in Kilcummin to be monitored by council

Kerry County Council is to monitor illegal dumping at Rahanane, Kilcummin.

At a recent Killarney Municipal District meeting Cllr Donal Grady highlighted illegal dumping issues in the area. He called for signs to be erected in the locality in an effort to curb the issue.

A council official told the meeting: “The Environment Department has patrolled the area and spoken with local groups about illegal dumping. At present there are illegal dumping signs in the general area, but we will keep the area under review and if the issue persists more signage can be erected in the future.”

Cllr Donal Grady

How much is St Finan’s worth?

| By Sean Moriarty

The property value of St Finan’s Hospital and its adjoining lands are to be revalued.

The landmark site has been vacant since 2012.

There have been several proposals put forward, including a site for social housing and a potential university campus but so far nothing has been done and the site continues to fall further into disrepair.

Current owners, the Health Services Executive insist the site will only be sold or transferred to other state bodies for its full market value.

That puts it out of reach of Kerry County Council which could also be faced with a multi-million euro repair bill for the dilapidated building which is also a protected structure.

Earlier this year Killarney Municipal District councillors wrote to the HSE seeking a current value on the property.

A reply was presented at this week’s Killarney Municipal District meeting.

“The HSE can confirm that a valuation of lands at St Finan’s Killarney was carried out in June 2018. Due to the time which has passed and changes to the site, a re-evaluation will be required,” said Paul De Freine, who is the National Director of Capital Estates with the HSE.

“the HSE will liaise with Kerry County Council and arrange for the Valuation Office to complete a current valuation of the St Finan’s site. Once the valuation has been issued to the HSE it will be shared as appropriate.

Kerry County Council will monitor scenes like this at Rahanane, Kilcummin

Interns struggling in overcrowded hospitals

Almost three out of four intern nurses and midwives (73%) said staffing levels in their workplaces were not sufficient to support a positive learning environment, according to a new survey published by the Irish Nurses and Midwifes Organisation.

The IMNO’s annual conference is taking place in the Gleneagle Hotel this weekend.

One of the key events in the week-long conference was the publication of the survey.

With large numbers of nursing and midwifery interns stating their intention to leave Ireland post-qualification, 33% stated that if staffing and working conditions were improved, they would delay their departure. 54% also stated pay was a significant factor in whether they would consider remaining in Ireland a further year after qualifying.

Plunkett Street to remain traffic free

The pedestrianisation of Plunkett Street is never far away from the agenda of Killarney Municipal District council.

| By Sean Moriarty

The pedestrianisation of Plunkett Street was one of a number of measures and supports put in place as part of the Safe Streets Mobility Plan across Killarney Town during the Covid-19 Emergency Response.

The COVID-19 measures have been extended until December this year after a council vote earlier this year.

Some believe that the closure of Plunkett St to traffic is adding to Killarney’s congestion woes during the busy summer months.

Cllr Donal Grady, at this week’s Killarney Municipal District meeting called for the

street to re-opened for one week to see if it would relieve some of the traffic congestion in the town centre. However, his proposal was shot down.

“Feedback from businesses in particular has been very positive, and the experience of visitors to the town has been enhanced by providing a more open and vibrant streetscape in the town,” said a council official.

“Additionally, the urban renewal town centre and street upgrade for Killarney was approved in September to proceed to planning and detailed design stage and allows for the consideration for potential inclusion of some of these measures in the wider development of the town centre.”

When prompted to provide further information to support their answers interns cited factors such as a lack of adequate breaks, unmanageable pressure, exhaustion, and a lack of safe staff-to-patient ratios across the Irish health service among the reasons for considering leaving Ireland or moving to the private healthcare sector.

INMO Student and New Graduate Officer

Roisin O’Connell said: “We simply can’t afford to be losing newly qualified nurses and midwives, but in light of the conditions they’re describing it’s not surprising so many of them want to leave.

“Final year students are looking at their qualified colleagues who are burned out and exhausted and they’re seeing how

they’re treated by their employer. They see the chronic understaffing and the salary they’re expecting to receive next year and deciding it’s just not worth it.

“These are young people who joined these professions and completed their training because they love nursing and midwifery, and for many of them we’re seeing that the system has managed to take all of the joy out of their jobs before their careers have even begun.”

INMO General Secretary Phil Ní Sheaghdha said: “Measures need to be implemented to ensure safer staffing across the health service and better supports for students and intern, or else we’re looking at a long-term skills shortage in the health service that will have a direct impact on patient care.

“The survey results here show us that student nurses and midwives need to be supported in learning environments throughout and then given early offers of employment with information from the HSE on start date and salary – the delay in this process is actually causing us to lose qualified nurses as they get the information too late and in too many cases the NHS has offers made before the Irish employer.

“The INMO continues to call for increased undergraduate places and more routes to accessing nursing and midwifery training, so we can increase the numbers of graduates. However, we also need to make working in Ireland a viable option for these graduates, or they will take their skills and their qualifications to countries that can offer them a better life and a better career.”

Gardaí happy with rally weekend

Killarney Gardai say, overall, they were happy with Assess Ireland Rally of the Lake weekend.

The town was packed to capacity for the annual motorsport event.

A total of 22 arrests – mainly for driving offences – were made over the weekend.

Several public order arrests were too. Two serious incidents remain under investigation.

A taxi driver was allegedly assaulted near Muckross in the early hours of Sunday morning.

A man was assaulted and needed hospital treatment in a town centre hotel on Saturday morning.

Former World Rally Championship co-driver Paul Nagle leads the tributes to Craig Breen at the ceremonial start of the Assess Ireland Rally of the Lakes on Friday night. Photo: Lorcan Barron

T OWN TALK

Tributes to Dermot Ivo O’Sullivan

Killarney Race Company has led tributes to Dermot Ivo O’ Sullivan who passed away this week.

Ivo was an integral part of Killarney Race Company for over 50 years both as a dedicated board member and chairman.

Ivo was first proposed to the board of the Irish National Hunt Steeplechase Committee in the early ‘80s and held the position of Senior National Hunt Steward within the Turf Club.

As a long-standing member, he was visionary and instrumental in forming many valuable Committees within the National Hunt and Turf Club. Ivo’s wife Kay owned Roman Bar that ran in the Aintree Grand National in 1976 and 1977 trained by the couple’s lifelong friend Pat Taaffe.

Ivo also played an instrumental role in the formation of the Killarney Racegoers Club and invited like-minded individuals to join the board at Killarney Race Company, which has ultimately played a major role in the development of the company and how it operates today.

Ivo was very proud of his association with Killarney Race Company and was the driver of major advancements within the Company. He was held in the highest regard within the racing industry which paved the way in building long-standing relationships that supported the growth and development of Killarney Race Company DAC.

In later years Ivo would have visited daily with his dog Remi walking his beloved Racecourse and Ross golf, while keeping a keen eye on the track and hurdles built by his friend Dan O’ Donoghue and team. Chairman Billy O’Sullivan on behalf of fellow Directors, Management and Staff would sincerely like to extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to his family and thank them for providing a wonderful inspiring leader, colleague and great friend who has left a long-lasting legacy within Killarney Race Company.

Prostate cancer talks at Dr Crokes on Monday

Dr Crokes Spring programme of Health Initiatives concludes on Monday at 7.30pm

This month’s topic is Prostate Cancer. “Everyone from the community is welcome to attend at Dr Crokes Clubhouse. A well -known Sports Personality will tell his story and his journey through Pros-

tate Cancer from shock to recovery,” said club official Eamonn Fitzgerald. Refreshments will follow and the opportunity to discuss the realities of prostate cancer with this person. Confidentiality will be respected.

Cancer is the biggest killer in Ireland. An estimated 44,000 people in Ireland get cancer each year.

Dermot Ivo O'Sullivan, Former Board of Killarney Race Company pictured with his son Ivo during an event to mark 200 years of horse racing in Killarney last year.

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Fr. Kieran O’Brien celebrated mass at Tullig, Spa grotto on Tuesday 2nd May 2023.

Three St. Brigid's past pupils have been awarded at the UCD Entrance Scholars Awards. They were, Lynne Fahy, Laura O’Carroll and missing from photo is Emer O’Dowd. They got their awards following high academic achievements in their Leaving Certificate Exams last year.

Courses from 2 €57

The Finest of Dining

The Yew Tree At 5 Star Muckross Park Hotel and Spa

There are few places in the world where you can experience fine- dining in the middle of a 25,000 acre national park The Yew Tree Restaurant is set in the luxurious surroundings of the hotel’s original Victorian lounge experiences, impressions and influences of current world trends. The menu may be best described as “contemporary” with various cultural with great importance placed on working with Irish producers.

Please quote Killarney Advertiser when booking your meal and enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco.

Dawn chorus live stream details announced

The music of Sliabh Luachra and celestial sounds of the Dawn Chorus will come alive at Muckross Abbey, Killarney National Park, on Saturday morning at 5.00am.

The live-stream event can be listened and viewed on Killarney National Parks facebook page www.facebook.com/killarneynationalpark .

Renowned musicians - Derry and Rosie Healy along with Sliabh Luachra’s finest accordion player, Bryan O’Leary, will fill the abbey, joined by a chorus of well known birds. Harmonising with the robin will be the blackbird, followed by wren, sparrow and finches.

This years ‘Dawn Chorus’ is presented by the Conservation Rangers of Killarney National Park, with expert bird descriptions and guidance by Sam Bayley, Mary Sheehan, DCO, Padruig (Brac) O’Sullivan, Jess

Burkitt, Sean Forde and Tricia Beecher. Along with Muckross Abbey, the Dawn Chorus will include bird sounds from the 6th century monasteries of Innisfallen Island and Skellig Michael.

Live commentary from Skellig Michael by Brian Power. INEC Expert audio technicians, Kieran Somers and Denis Lovett, will install microphones and audio equipment in various locations ready for livestream at 5.00am Saturday morning. The Conservation Rangers are encouraging people walking ‘Darkness Into Light’ to pop in their earphones and listen while they walk into the ‘dawning of the day’

This years  ‘Dawn Chorus’ is presented by the Conservation Rangers of Killarney National Park, (NPWS) with expert guidance by Sam Bayley, Mary Sheehan, DCO, Padruig (Brac) O’Sullivan, Jess Burkitt, Sean Forde and  Tricia Beecher. Along with Muckross Abbey, the Dawn Chorus includes bird sounds from the 6th century monasteries of Innisfallen Island and Skellig Michael. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Renowned musicians Derry and Rosie Healy along with Sliabh Luachra’s finest Bryan O’Leary will fill the abbey, joined by a chorus of well known birds. Harmonising with the robin, followed by the blackbird, wren, sparrow and finches.

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Something for all musical tastes from the Gleneagle Concert Band

The Gleneagle Concert Band’s annual concert in aid of local causes is set to take place on Sunday, May 14 at 8pm.

The town band will be joined in The Gleneagle Hotel by guest artists from St Brendan's College Killarney.

All proceeds from this concert will be allocated to Comfort for Chemo Kerry, St Mary’s Church of Ireland Killarney Window Restoration Fund, St Brendan's College Killarney and the Gleneagle Concert Band Music Education Programme instrument loan scheme.

Expect something for all musical tastes including military marches, classical music, jazz numbers, film music, choral music and vocal hits.

“We are really pleased to collaborate with local charities and we hope the public will come out in great numbers to support this worthwhile fundraising venture," Band Music Development officer Vincent Condon said.

"Comfort for Chemo Kerry’s mission is to fundraise €5 million to build and equip a state-of-the-art, purpose-built chemotherapy unit for the people of Kerry who need chemotherapy and oncological treatments. The facility will ensure the best care available is delivered in an environment that is welcoming, reassuring, comfortable and dignified. The band and choir are musically in excellent form and I extend an open invitation to music enthusiasts to come and join us for what will be an evening of great entertainment."

Band Manager Ciaran Lynch added that “These are very exciting times for the band which would not be possible without the encouragement and support we receive from the political, business sector and general public in Killarney".

"This concert will be a highlight and a celebration of the voluntary work, community service and musical excellence that exists here in Killarney. We are delighted to have St Mary's Church of Ireland Killarney as a charity partner as many of the beautiful stained windows in the church are sagging and in danger of collapsing.

These windows are very old and have significant historic importance for Killarney. A funding appeal has been launched by the church to raise €50,000 to replace the protective glazing with stronger laminate glass to include ventilation, and to restore the warped stained glass panels.”

The Gleneagle Concert Band has represented Killarney and Kerry with distinction both at home and abroad. Over the past four decades, the Gleneagle Concert Band has represented Killarney on musical tours to Germany, Holland, Sweden, Austria, Monaco, Portugal and Paris. Any

person interested in joining the Gleneagle Concert Band (including past members and adults) or enrolling in music lessons at the Gleneagle School of Music should contact the band at 087 2229513. Tickets for the annual concert are €14 per adult and €10 per child/OAP and are available from the INEC Box Office, band members, St Mary’s Church of Ireland Killarney, St Brendan's College Killarney and Comfort for Chemo Kerry. Tickets will also be available for purchase at the door on the night of the concert.

Progress made on the ambitious cycleway project Council says no funding for roundabout at Coolcaslagh

At this week’s Killarney Municipal District meeting Cllr Niall Kelleher asked for an update on the project. He said: “When is it envisaged that funding will be made available for the already agreed cycle routes. Have negotiations concluded with landowners?”

A council official replied, “Planning consent for the provision of cycle lanes along Rock Road, Upper Lewis Road, Park Road, Deerpark Road and Chestnut Drive were approved by Killarney Municipal

District in April 2021.

“Funding has been approved by the National Transport Authority to advance the construction of the Rock Road Cycle Way this year. The 2023 funding for the other four schemes [Upper Lewis Road, Park Road, Deerpark Road and Chestnut Drive] is to progress the detailed design of these schemes. Further funding will be sought for 2024 to progress construction works. Negotiations with relevant landowners is ongoing.”

A roundabout for the notoriously busy Coolcaslagh Junction has reached the design stage but Kerry County Council does not have the funds to build it.

At this week’s Killarney Municipal District Meeting, Cllr Maura Healy Rae asked Kerry County Council and Transport Infrastructure Ireland to give an update regarding the provision of a roundabout at Coolcaslagh Junction.

A council official replied: “Conceptual designs for a roundabout have been developed. A junction upgrade at this location is being considered as part of a wider road improvement initiative including the provision of an active travel connection to Lissyviggeen School. There is no specific funding for this project however, Kerry County Council will engage with the Transport Infrastructure Ireland to seek funding to progress this scheme.”

When will Killarney get a Michelin Star?

What is missing in Killarney is a Michelin starred restaurant, not just our town but the whole of Kerry.

| By Aidan Quirke

It is an outlier considering our rich local produce and many home-grown international chefs.

Our long history of tourism would lead one to expect that there is a star amongst some of our fine dining establishments.

Rozzers was voted by TripAdvisor reviewers in 2021 and 2022 as the top restaurant in Ireland offering a fine dining experience.

It knocked Chapter One, a 2-star restaurant, off the top spot. That is some feat, and we should celebrate this fantastic achievement.

A Michelin star restaurant, while impor-

tant is not the end all and be all to Killarney or Kerry.

It does, however, bring many column inches and is a great marketing tool for town and county.

When will we get one? That is the question I am posing and to my mind we have a ready-made market for such an establishment.

Certainly, all the main hotels have invested in their culinary staff and dining rooms post pandemic, and it is more of when rather than if for a star for Killarney.

Let’s not forget the team at Rozzers are the people’s choice and in many ways that is the greatest ‘star’ of all. Club members Jason Murphy and Adam Murphy were in Tweed Valley Scotland last weekend competing at the Tweedelove International Enduro Event.

Busy times for Killarney Cycling Club members

ROAD

Kilcummin roads could be dug up again in the future

Roads currently affected by the Kilcummin Sewerage Scheme works may have to be dug out again in the future to facilitate households that have not already signed up for the scheme.

At this week’s Killarney Municipal District meeting Cllr Healy Rae asked: "Uisce Éireann would sanction leaving out connections along the route of the Kilcummin Sewerage Scheme to avoid having to dig a significant depth at a considerable cost when people want to connect to the scheme at a later date.”

A Kerry County Council official replied: “This is a matter for resolution by the

Members. The scope of the Kilcummin Sewerage Scheme includes installation of a sewer network and construction of a pumping station. The scope of the scheme does not include the provision of connection points or new wastewater connections to properties in the area along the route of the wastewater network. Following engagement since the commencement of project delivery with stakeholders in Kilcummin (regarding making connection applications), anyone who has paid for a connection will be connected in full to the scheme at the standard rate as part of the delivery of the pipeline project.”

Saturday’s practice highlighted the high level of competition that lay ahead with a number of top International professionals in the field.

Jason rode consistently well throughout the six stages to finish 13th in his category of 119. Due to unfortunate circumstances, Adam was unable to start the race on Sunday but will no doubt be back in action soon.

XC

Last weekend saw back to back racing in the Slieve Bloom Mountains for the final two rounds of this year’s XC Biking Blitz Series.

Mark McGlynn, Patrick Clifford, Michael Coghlan and Callum Steadman all took to the start line for Killarney CC. Some top 10 results over the two days along with a second and a first place for Callum Steadman in the Junior race finished out the series on a high for Killarney CC members.

The Kanturk three-Day stage race run by O’Leary Stone Kanturk Cycling Club took place over the Bank Holiday weekend in the neighbouring county Cork. Killarney CC had Sam Bolger, Ewan Buckley and Luke Costello in the Senior race and Ben O’Keeffe competing in the U16s. Some hard efforts all weekend were well rewarded with Ewan taking home the A3 GC jersey after four taxing stages. Sam finished third on Stage three and went one better on Stage four, to collect silver. Luke's aggressive racing in his first stage race meant he finished amongst the top Junior racers in the country. Ben also battled hard all weekend in the U16’s race and will be one to watch in the future.

David Culloty of AllHuman VeloRevolution racing also took part and got into the winning move on the final day to finish fifth in stage four.

LEISURE

Registration has now opened on eventmaster for the Clubs Sportive Cycle, the Three Peaks Challenge which takes place on June 17 from St. Oliver's School, Ballycasheen.

Killarney Cycling Club members Luke Costello, Ewan Buckley and Sam Bolger took part in the Kanturk three-day over the long weekend.

Killarney Cycling Club's Jason Murphy and Adam Murphy at the Tweedelove International Enduro Event in Scotland over the weekend.

New Hair Salon hits Killorglin...

One of Kerrys most popular hair stylist opens in her home town of Killorglin, more know as the home of Puck Fair Grá Mór Studio on Mill Road, opened on Thursday 4th May Specialising in all aspects of colouring and cutting hair

Everything at Grá Mór Studio is geared towards making the customer feel special, tailoring the service to suit each individual needs and providing a range of luxury brands Grainne will sit with each customer in the spacious and elegantly furnished studio, to chat and advise on the styles, products that would best suit each individual taste and hair type and everything is done in an air of calm and relaxation - Grá Mór Studio is all about letting you unwind while your hair is made look it's best With over 12 years experience working with Irelands leading hair company, Grainne is looking forward to sharing her knowledge and expertise with new and existing clients

GRAINNE CRONNIN IN HER NEW KILLORGLIN SALON

Nathan’s Walk scheduled for early Saturday

The longest-running Darkness Into Light walk outside of Dublin will take place in the early hours of Saturday morning a

Nathan’s Walk, Darkness into Light 2023 raises funds for self-harm charity Pieta House.

It is named after Nathan O’Carroll who passed away tragically in 2007. His mother Marie has been organising the Killarney walk in his memory since.

The official launch took place on Tuesday night an Reidy’s on Main Street and was hosted by Radio Kerry’s Brendan Fuller. The walk will start at 4.15am on Saturday morning at Killarney Racecourse. Partici-

pants will walk 5km through the National Park as dawn breaks to remember victims of suicide and to raise awareness. Registration is also possible at the racecourse in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Meanwhile, the London version of Darkness into Light will take place at the same time from the Crown Hotel in Cricklewood. The London organising committee is headed by Aghadoe woman Tara Cronin.

Official organisers and sponsors unite at JM Reidy's for the launch of Nathan's Walk, Darkness into Light. Pictured from Left to Right were Cathal Walshe, Kevin Ryan (Electric Ireland), Marie O'Carroll, Olivia Callery (Pieta Campaigns Exec), Tracy Mongan (Pieta Volunteer Engagement Manager) and Audrey Ryan.

A successful night at live registration for the official launch of Nathan's Walk, Darkness into Light at JM Reidy's ahead of Saturday's walk at Killarney Race Course were L-R Organiser Marie O'Carroll and Radio Kerry MC Brendan Fuller.

Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

The official launch for Nathan's Walk, Darkness into Light which took place at JM Reidy's on Tuesday evening ahead of this Saturday's Walk at Killarney Race Course attended by Pieta's Tracy Mongan (seated far left), volunteer engagement manager. Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

Team Prendergast pictured supporting the official launch of Nathan's Walk, Darkenss into Light on Tuesday evening at JM Reidy's ahead of this Saturday's walk, at Killarney Race Course L-R Mags, Rhea, Aimee & Ciara. Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

Pictured supporting the official launch of Nathan's Walk, Darkenss into Light on Tuesday evening at JM Reidy's ahead of this Saturday's walk, at Killarney Race Course were Amelia Collins and Noreen Sheahan. Picture Marie Carroll-O'Sullivan

Killarney Racecourse.

Jessica Lewis Director of Audiology

Alex Painter Audiologist

Trevor Cronin Audiologist

WRITERS: A group of top US travel writers and editors has been enjoying a fact-finding visit in Kerry this week, as guests of Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland.

Top US travel writers and editors visit Killarney

A group of top US travel writers and editors has been enjoying a fact-finding visit in Killarney this week, as guests of Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland.

The travel writers and editors attended the prestigious Travel Classics International writers’ conference at Ashford Castle in County Mayo ahead of their Killarney visit.

The conference is regarded by many as the world’s foremost networking event for travel writers and editors – bringing together celebrated editors from a wide range of high-profile publications – including titles like Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic Traveler, Travel + Leisure and AFAR magazines – which collectively reach hundreds of thousands of readers across North America, as well as globally.

After attending the conference, the writers and editors had the chance to take part in various familiarisation visits – so they can experience at first-hand some of the many great things to see and do on a holiday in Ireland and then share their experiences with their readers and followers. During their time in Ireland, the journalists enjoyed a guided bike ride around the Killarney National Park. They

Killarney sports stars at Active Disability Ireland launch

Killarney Paralympian Jordan Lee met with the Minister for Sport

Thomas Byrne at Active Disability Ireland's re-brand and Strategy Launch in Kildare this week.

He was one of several Kerry representatives at the event.

They included Kerry Donal Lynch and Ian Coleman Horgan (St John of God's, Tralee) who met with Minister for Disa-

bility, Anne Rabbite. She opened the event and unveiled the new branding.

Seán Ward (Lixnaw) represented fishing photoshoot and Johnny Quaid of Kingdom Wheelblasters wheelchair basketball team took part in a panel discussion. Active Disability Ireland is based at the Kerry Sports Academy at Munster Technological University's North Campus in Tralee.

stayed in the Killarney Royal and enjoyed dinner in Foleys.

Alison Metcalfe, Tourism Ireland’s Head of North America, said: “We were delighted these influential writers and editors were able to stay on after the Travel Classics International conference to visit Kerry – helping us to spread the good news about this part of Ireland through the media in the US. With some of the most influential and prominent American travel and lifestyle editors and writers participating in this trip, it will bring huge exposure about what Kerry and Ireland have to offer American holidaymakers, through the media in this important tourism market. It is a fantastic opportunity to show these travel writers and editors at first-hand what makes Ireland such a unique destination.”

The United States remains an extremely important market for tourism to the island of Ireland. In 2019, we welcomed 1.7 million American visitors, whose visits delivered €1.6 billion for the economy.

Paralympian and Active Disability Ireland ambassador, Jordan Lee (Killarney) met Minister for Sport Thomas Byrne sat the Active Disability Ireland's re-brand and Strategy Launch in Kildare

Gneeveguilla Ladies annual fashion show

The Gneeveguilla Ladies Committee held their annual "A night of fashion" recently.

Roisin O Connor, the PRO for the Gneeveguilla Ladies Committee, explained: Starting off with a lovely wine and cheese reception we opened the night with a local shop from Kanturk called Lady Lydia.

“We had a local online sports shop Doc Power who showed us some very trendy leisure wear.

“We then showcased Bor, a new shop to Killarney in the Outlet centre.

“We opened the second half to Noirin’s Boutique in Millstreet and Fascinators by Frances - a local Kilcummin designer. “The sell-out show was a roaring success and a night that always goes down a treat. The local businesses support was overwhelming with the spot prizes. The Ladies Committee would like to extend a thank you to everyone involved who helped to put on a fantastic night.”

Some of the models and committee members at Gneeveguilla Ladies Annual Fashion Show.

Savour the ultimate Afternoon Tea indulgence at The Killarney Park

Reservations for afternoon tea in The Peregrine are now open for the first 2 Sundays of each month in 2023. Bookings can be made from 1.30pm to 3pm*

Set against the relaxing backdrop of live piano music and served in the warm and contemporary surroundings of The Peregrine, expect a scrumptious feast of scones, cakes and pastries and a selection of expertly prepared savouries, all with a fusion of flavours that pay tribute to the long-standing tradition of Afternoon Tea.

To make a reservation visit killarneyparkhotel.ie or telephone 064 663 5555

Celtic Steps reels in the years with sensational celebration event

This year marks ten years of Celtic Steps The Show and the Irish Music and Dance Show kicked off their season in style with a sensational Launch Party on Friday last at their home of the Killarney Racecourse.

The event was attended by a variety of local businesspeople and politicians as well as media and some of Kerry’s most popular personalities.

Their guests were treated to a lively trad set by the Celtic Steps Band while mingling and enjoying some drinks and canapes.

The Pre-Show Celebration was concluded with a heartfelt speech from David Rea & Sean Murphy, Co-Directors who took a walk down memory lane and talked about the Show’s humble beginnings and inspiring journey.

Sean Murphy remembered how Celtic Steps commenced in the summer of 2012, in the Mangerton Suite of The Gleneagle Hotel “in more hope than certainty that there was space for another Irish Dance and Music Show”. What transpired was a show that combined the best of Kerry’s culture and folklore through song and embodied a strong belief in displaying all styles of Irish dance, not just the more commonly accepted examples in many shows nowadays.

It quickly became apparent that both locals and tourists were engaged by the natural, raw and live synergy that the dancers and musicians brought to the stage.

With its core ethos firmly honed on employing local talent, currently numbering

40-50 employees, Celtic Steps exploded through its first few very successful seasons in its new home at the INEC, Gleneagle.

As tourism grew even bigger up to 2019, the Show kept up its side of the bargain and partnering with some of the world’s biggest inbound operators continued to trend upwards in audience numbers to where it regularly plays to four hundred people nightly in the high season, in a state-of-the-art theatre at Killarney Racecourse which has been home since 2017.

In 2019, the Show opened a second nightly performance at the Brandon Hotel Conference Centre, where now Celtic Steps runs both during the period from May to October, doubling staff numbers and offering visitors to Kerry, an experience unsurpassed in visitor attractions. Post pandemic, the Show has now re-positioned itself as one of the top visitor and local night-time entertainment options throughout a long season performing just under three hundred concerts in County Kerry and now travelling internationally, back to Holland for a full month of Christmas shows in December 2023 on the back of a hugely successful 2022 tour. Throughout the 21 shows in The Netherlands this year, they will personally sell to over 15,000 Dutch attendees nightly,

playing in twenty-one different venues across the country.

“It has been an amazing journey to do something that you love nightly, however it would have been impossible without the local support of businesses in Kerry and special mention at this juncture to

The Gleneagle Group (our home still for Killarney Race days!), The Killarney Oaks, The Great Southern Hotel and The Board of Directors & Staff at our current home, The beautiful Killarney Racecourse in what is now The Celtic Steps Theatre” said David Rea.

Stepping out...Members of Celtic Steps the Show, celebrating their 10th anniversary at a special launch of their opening season 2023, at Killarney Racecourse on Friday night. Included are, Shannon Flanagan, Holly Duffy, Erin Grace Cooke, Sean Slemon, David Pyke and Peig O'Connor.

Cathaoirleach Killarney Municipal District, Cllr Niall Kelleher, David Rea, Director Celtic Steps, Brenda Doyle and Toddy Doyle, Muckross Traditional Farms, at Celtic Steps the Show. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Terrence Mulcahy, Director Killarney Racecourse, Ailish Mulcahy, Bridie Brosnan, Niall Brosnan, at Celtic Steps the Show, at a special launch to celebrate their 10th anniversary and opening of their opening season 2023, at Killarney Racecourse on Friday night. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

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Kieran is a Sports Therapist and Personal Trainer with over 11 years experience and has also completed courses in BSc in Applied Health Science and Physical Therapy.

He will be specialising in physical therapy and all types of musculoskeletal injuries and exercise rehabilitation programmes along with sports massage and maintenance massages for any general aches and pains.

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FIVE EVENTS NOT TO MISS THIS MAY

Saturday May 6

Nathan's Walk – A Darkness into Light Event

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The walk has been running since 2011 in memory of 14-year-old Nathan O’Carroll from Killarney who took his own life in 2007. Outside of Dublin, Nathen Walk is the longest-running Darkness Into Light event outside of Dublin. The annual event is always well supports by locals and has raised tens of thousands of euro for Pieta House over the years. Participants will start at the Killarney Race Course at 4.15am this Saturday 6th May and will walk through darkness into dawn in memory of Nathan and the many other family’s effected by suicide to raise awareness.

Saturday

May 6 and Sunday 7

Kingdom County Fair

The popular Kingdom County Fair is back again this weekend. The event which has been running for 70 years is an opportunity for local businesses to showcase their products in an atmosphere that celebrates Irish culture and horticulture. The weekend is packed with different events and is a real family affair. The organisers have a full programme of kids entertainment. The dog show is a highlight of the event but the grown up kids can keep themselves busy browsing the many trade stands as well as art and craft stalls. Horses, ponies, cattle etc will also be on show. The fair will also have hot food and refreshments on site.

Saturday May 13

Run Killarney

Run Killarney is a mainstay in the local outdoor adventure calendar, The races are open to everyone, men and women alike, at all levels of running experience, walkers, newcomers and people who just want a challenge and a great day out. The event has two distance races on the same day, the 10KM and the half marathon, giving competitors the chance to run one of the world’s most breath taking and scenic races at a level that suits their ability. Both routes start at the Gleneagle Hotel and participants will head out towards Muckross where the half marathon runners will take on a more challenging distance. Expect a post-race party atmosphere that goes well in to the evening.

Sunday May 14 – Tuesday May 16

May Festival at Killarney Races

Killarney’s May Festival kicks off on Sunday May 14 and offers three days of the very best of Festival Racing. Sunday and Monday are both national hunt cards whilst Tuesday is an all flat card. Aside from all the great racing, people can expect family entertainment, live music and an atmosphere not to be missed.

Friday May 26

Mario Rosenstock | Gift Grub Live

Mario Rosenstock is set to embark on a nationwide Irish Tour with his stunning new one-man stage show In Your Face…and what a face! Most normal people have 43 muscles in their face. With Mario multiply that by 10…and they all move at the same time! The brand new 2018 show is bigger and bolder than ever and it’s Mario’s most interactive too. Prepare to be entertained like never before and maybe even become part of the show too. One minute he’s on stage. One minute he’s In Your Face!

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Inaugural Pat Sheehan Memorial Camogie Tournament

Kerry Camogie minor trainer, the late Pat Sheehan was remembered at a special tournament last week.

The inaugural Pat Sheehan Memorial Tournament for small primary schools took place on on April 26 in Spa.

“Pat was a minor trainer with Killarney and Kerry Camogie last year and unfortunately passed away on December 19 last year. Our chairperson Sarah Dineen contacted Pat's wife Geraldine to get her blessing,” explained PRO Caroline O’Leary.

“The tournament was well attended with Geraldine, Ilona [Pat's daughter] and extended members of the family.”

The schools that participated were: Cahir NS, Hollymount NS, Knockanes NS and Tiernaboul NS.

Hollymount NS had a very exciting win over Tiernaboul in the final, with a player from Tiernaboul receiving the Player of the Tournament from Ilona Sheehan

“We also held a Poc Fada competition & Player of the Tournament trophy. All trophies were sponsored by Pat's employer

The Gleneagle Hotel, whom we are very grateful to,” added Caroline. “The players from all schools played their hearts out and we would like to say a huge thanks to them & their teachers and trainers for bringing them to participate.

Geraldine and Ilona presented the winning team captain with the winners’ trophy.”

Cahir National School

Knockanes National School

Winners Hollymount National School

Tiernaboul National School

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Brand new look for Killarney Magazine

Hot off the presses! This years Killarney Magazine is out from this weekend on.

Killarney’s premier tourism magazine is back on the streets with a fresh look. The magazine has been reimagined by the Killarney Advertiser and KC Print team. The theme is ‘We are Killarney…. Explore Like Locals Do’ is packed with the best experiences our amazing town can offer.

Lead by the Killarney Advertiser team, the magazine is a vibrant reflection of the changing nature of the tourism market focussing on experiences, food, festivals, and craic.

This year’s magazine builds on the last seven editions of the Killarney Magazine

first launched in 2016. It has become a must read for visitors and this edition is packed with experiences that are world class. Celebrating our unique town is a full-time job for the team and in this year’s edition the energy is hopping off the page.

This coffee table publication will be available from all hotels, restaurants, bars, and tourism spots from this weekend on. It will be distributed weekly throughout

the summer and is sure to be a massive success with visitors and locals alike. The magazine is free, and to make this possible it is through advertising by businesses in our community. Thank you to all those who advertised this year, and, in the past, it would not be possible to represent our town in its awe-inspiring wonder without their support. Grab a coffee and enjoy this year’s edition.

“Bringing a fresh new look was important considering that so many businesses upgraded their offerings for the new season. This year we focussed on the experience side of Killarney, and it shows in our stories and listings,” said Chris Davies, Sales Manager.

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

Travelling Abroad – What to consider before you go

BEFORE YOU TRAVEL

Check travel advice and entry requirements for your destination

Check the travel advice and entry requirements for the country you are travelling to before you travel abroad. You might need a visa, this depends on your destination. You can find out if you need a visa on the Department of Foreign Affairs website.

IS YOUR PASSPORT IN DATE?

Check that your and your families’ passports are in date before you book. Passport Online is open to all applicants. You can get information on how to renew your passport or how to apply for your child’s first passport there, or by contacting your local Citizens Information Centre.

DO YOU HAVE TRAVEL INSURANCE?

You should get travel insurance for yourself and your family. If you have a travel insurance policy already, or travel insurance is included in your health insurance policy, you should check that you are covered for hospital treatment for COVID-19. You should bring your European Health Insurance Card with you if you are travelling to the EEA or Switzerland.

HEALTHCARE: UNITED KINGDOM

You cannot use your EHIC in the UK. But you can still get the healthcare you need. You will need to show your Irish passport to the GP or hospital. Make sure that it is in date, it must be renewed every four years and each family member needs their own. An EHIC does not replace travel insurance. Irish people travelling in the UK are entitled to access healthcare through the Common Travel Area.

HEALTHCARE: AUSTRALIA

Ireland and Australia have a reciprocal health agreement. This means that Irish visitors to Australia will receive emergency services and assistance towards the cost of prescribed drugs and medicines on the same basis as persons ordinarily resident in Australia.

DRIVING ABROAD

If you plan to drive while abroad, make sure that your Irish driving licence is

valid and that you bring it with you. Some countries outside the European Economic Area (the member states of the European Union, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) may require you to hold an International Driving Permit (IDP) in addition to your Irish driving licence.

Always make sure you are properly insured for driving while overseas. You can get more information on driving abroad from the Road Safety Authority or by contacting your local CIC.

WHILE ABROAD

Deirdre advises “It is worth making a note of the address, telephone number and opening hours of the Irish Embassy or Consulate in the country you are visiting. In countries where there is no Irish diplomatic or consular representation, you may seek emergency assistance from embassies or consulates of other European Union countries. The Department of Foreign Affairs website provides advice on what to do to stay safe while abroad and what to do in an emergency.”

TRAVEL TIPS

Before you travel abroad, these are some other tips to help with your journey.

Check if you need any vaccines or immunisations before you travel (At least 8 weeks in advance)

Make a note of the 24-hour emergency number of your bank so you can cancel your credit card or debit card if it is stolen.

Check your mobile data allowance with your mobile phone service provider. (For travel outside of the EEA). Do you need to bring a special adapter to plug in your electrical devices?

For anyone needing information, advice or have an advocacy issue, you can call a member of the localCitizens Information team in Kerry on 0818 07 7860, they will be happy to assist and make an appointment if necessary. The offices are staffed from Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm. Alternatively you can email on tralee@citinfo.ie or log on to www. citizensinformation.ie for further information.

First Holy Communion in Rathmore last Saturday with Fr. Pat O Donnell. Photo Seamus Healy.

Clara Rose Moynihan after receiving her First Holy Communion last Saturday in Killarney. Photo Seamus Healy

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Get Toddling in Kerry for Barnardos

Barnardos children’s charity has launched their annual Big Toddle with the support of ambassador Amy Huberman. The theme this year, Big Toddle Little Heroes, celebrates Ireland’s youngest fundraisers who help vulnerable children their own age by completing a fun half-mile sponsored walk in their crèche, childcare group, preschool or with their families.

Over the last 20 years, toddlers from across the country have raised an incredible €4.46 million in support of Barnardos Early Years services. This work focuses on some of the youngest and most vulnerable children to come through our doors and ensures that they get the best start in life.

Big Toddle Ambassador Amy Huberman said ‘I am delighted to be part of Barnardos Big Toddle and most importantly to support the work of Barnardos. I have been an Ambassador for 10 years now and supporting children to have a better start in life is something very close to my heart. So, to join in the fun, register today at www. barnardos/bigtoddle. Enjoy and happy

Bank of Ireland has announced the next recipients of grants from its Cost of Living Fund today. In Kerry, the recipients include Tralee International Resource Centre, Castlemaine Family Resource Centre, and Listowel Family Resource Centre.

The donations are targeted at groups including children and families at risk, older persons, domestic abuse charities, those with disabilities, lone parents and migrant communities.

The Bank has committed €1 million overall to organisations supporting those most at risk from cost of living pressures, with the funding divided into two tranches. The first part of the €1 million fund was allocated in January with €500,000 fast-tracked to 13 organisations working with vulnerable groups across the island of Ireland with grants from €25,000 up to €100,000. This

Fake Boris Johnson arrested in the Netherlands

Dutch police who arrested a man on suspicion of drink driving discovered he had a driving licence naming him as "Boris Johnson".

toddling everyone!'

Barnardos Director of Fundraising, Mary Gamble said: “The Big Toddle at 20 years old is such a huge achievement for all our little heroes who have supported our vulnerable families and children across the country for so long. We sincerely thank everyone who has made it such a success. At Barnardos, we know that childhood lasts a lifetime and with the continued help of Ireland’s littlest fundraisers, we can reach even

more vulnerable children who need us. Get involved by registering your family or creche online at barnardos/bigtoddle"

Whether you’re a crèche, a parent or a childminder, you can organise your own Barnardos Big Toddle anytime in May or June by registering at www. barnardos.ie/bigtoddle - your support ensures that some of the youngest and most vulnerable children in Ireland are given the best possible start in life.

The fake Ukrainian document featured a picture of the former prime minister, as well as his correct birthdate of 19 June 1964.

A police spokesman said a car crashed into a pole near a bridge in the city of Groningen shortly after midnight on Sunday. Officers found the car abandoned but later discovered the driver standing nearby. "The person could not identify himself and refused to undertake a breathalyser test," said a Dutch police spokesman. "Inside, police found a fake driver's licence belonging to Boris Johnson.

Three Kerry charities to receive Cost of Living Fund donations

second round of donations will provide up to 50 smaller non-profit organisations with vital financial support in the form of grants of up to €10,000.

Myles O’Grady, Bank of Ireland Group CEO, commented: “The rising cost of living is a significant challenge for many families across Ireland and that is why we committed €1 million in funding towards our cost of living response fund. Earlier this year we supported organisations working with some of the most vulnerable in our society, and we are pleased to announce today the second round of beneficiaries, which includes

smaller organisations making a real difference in our communities and supporting those most in need.”

Denise Charlton, Chief Executive, Community Foundation Ireland, added:

“Local on-the-ground access and information is central to achieving our mission of equality for all in thriving communities. Our unique connectivity allows us to identify emerging challenges impacting certain communities and has been vital in assessing the impact of the rising cost of living. Partners like Bank of Ireland who share our equality mission allow us to use this local knowl-

edge to strategically support not only those at risk, but also in identifying and implementing solutions. As a philanthropic hub for Ireland we greatly value this long-standing partnership.”

As with previous donations of this nature, the Bank is working closely with Community Foundation Ireland to support effective rollout of the fund. The Foundation has advised the Bank on a wide range of social issues and organisations that require immediate financial support and is managing the donation on behalf of the Bank.

Charity CEO goes barefoot for major Kerry Challenge fundraiser

A charity CEO is planning to follow in the footsteps of people living with an excruciatingly painful skin disease by hiking over rocks and stones in his bare feet.

DEBRA Ireland chief executive, Jimmy Fearon, is taking part in his charity’s annual Kerry Challenge fundraiser next month.

Along with 120 participants, he will trek mountain paths and forest trails along the Dingle Peninsula in aid of the charity, which supports the on average 300 people in Ireland with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) – a rare and incurable skin disease.

Also known as ‘Butterfly Skin’, it causes the skin to break out in painful blisters at the slightest touch.

Quinlan’s Fish hook €12 million deal

Quinlan’s Fish, the highly acclaimed Cahersiveen based salmon smokery have announced a €12 million deal in collaboration with John Stone Beef to supply their Kenmare-Select Smoked Salmon range to its customers throughout Europe, America, Middle East, and Asian markets.

The deal, worth €12 million over 4 years, will see Quinlan’s Multi-Award-Winning Smoked Salmon products being listed in some of the world’s most luxurious restaurants and hotels along with the finest of Irish Beef which John Stone already supplies to customers throughout the world. The announcement was made at The European Seafood Fair in Barcelona last week. Both companies had also held a masterclass and taste profiling in conjunction with Bord Bia in London`s Butchers Hall with over 40 of the UK`s best known and highly regarded chefs.

As John Stone says themselves “John Stone Beef is an artisan producer, but we have a global reach. All our produce is sourced in Ireland and dry aged and butchered in our Longford factory but tonight – in Tokyo, Hanoi, Dusseldorf, Manila, Dubai, and Singapore – they're eating John Stone Beef”.

Commenting on the deal Liam Quinlan said, "In our 60th anniversary year this will hugely add to our portfolio of highend discerning clients that only want the best produce on their tables”. Liam added that “this deal would not be possible

without the dedication of our tremendous team in Cahersiveen and especially our Master Smoker Sean Jones who has worked tirelessly to not only maintain, but constantly improve the high standards of our Unique Kenmare-Select range of Smoked Salmon."

As the values of Quinlan’s Fish and John Stone Beef are very closely aligned, both companies feel that collaborating will be of mutual benefit and will increase the visibility to a worldwide audience of the two Irish Family Businesses. The deal will also result in excellent advancement opportunities in South Kerry in a company that currently employs more than 150 people creating additional positions in areas such as production, engineering, administration, and quality control. We hope that this along with the long-awaited South Kerry Greenway may encourage working professionals and families to move to the area.

Tim Stone added: “We have been searching for the right partner for some time and The Quinlan Family are synonymous with the highest quality Smoked Salmon with a rich history going back to 1963, so it was the right fit for our business”. He added “Our businesses are very similar in that only the very best will do, and we have seen that the whole team in Cahersiveen are meticulous in the way they produce their Smoked Salmon. This will raise the bar on how small Irish companies can come together to have a global reach”.

Unlike his fellow fundraisers, however, he will not be wearing shoes or socks during his challenge.

Instead, he will walk 10,000 steps of the route barefoot over the course of the three-day challenge, which takes place from May 19-21.

“Epidermolysis Bullosa is a terrible disease which has a profound effect, not only on those diagnosed, but on their families and carers as well,” said Mr Fearon.

“People with EB live with constant pain as a result of blisters. There is no cure at present and in many cases, people cannot walk because of sores on their feet.” Mr Fearon, from Dundrum, Dublin, said

that by walking barefoot in Kerry, he hopes to raise awareness of the disease. “It is hard to imagine what it must be like to live in constant pain,” he added. “By not wearing any shoes or socks during the Kerry challenge, I hope to walk in the footsteps of people living with the disease.”

The money raised will help DEBRA Ireland provide families living with EB with antibacterial silk socks, therapeutic cot sheets and pillowcases, in addition to books and feeling cards to help children with the condition process their emotions.

The charity also funds counselling sessions for adults with EB, play therapy for children, home visits, home adaptations and specialised EB training for nurses and medical staff.

Public donations also help DEBRA Ireland sponsor scientists who are carrying out vital research into finding a cure for the genetic disease.

Although no more space is left for participants on this year’s Kerry challenge, donations can still be made online. “DEBRA Ireland relies heavily on the public’s support to fund projects that not only alleviate the strain and suffering people with EB and their carers endure on a day-to-day basis, but also to help find a cure for the disease,” Mr Fearon said.

Please donate to Jimmy Fearon’s Kerry Challenge on: www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/JimmyFearon150.

Pictured in Barcelona are Fintan Quinlan, Ronan Quinlan, Simon Briggs (Fine Food Development John Stone Beef), Sean Jones (Master Smoker Quinlan’s Fish) and Liam Quinlan.

BAREFOOT: DEBRA Ireland CEO, Jimmy Fearon, is completing a Kerry challenge barefoot as part of his drive to raise awareness and much needed funds for the national charity.

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fan-favorite supporting character Queen Charlotte (Golda Rosheuvel). See a young Charlotte (India Amarteifio) take center stage as we witness her rise to prominence and power. Be sure to catch Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story as soon as it drops in May, only on Netflix.

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Paddington

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Paddington is a 2014 live-action animated comedy film written and directed by Paul King. It was developed from a story by King and Hamish McColl, which was based on the stories of the character Paddington Bear created by Michael Bond. Produced by David Heyman, Paddington stars Ben Whishaw as the voice of the title character, with Hugh Bonneville, Sally Hawkins, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Peter Capaldi, and Nicole Kidman in live-action roles. The film tells the story of Paddington, an anthropomorphic bear who migrates from the jungles of "Darkest Peru" to the streets of London, where he is adopted by the Brown family. Kidman plays a taxidermist who attempts to add him to her collection.

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Autocross reunion on Saturday night

Once a regular feature of Killarney and District Motor activities, the grass roots sport of autocross will be celebrated the Avenue Hotel on Saturday night.

A special reunion to mark the glory days of autocross racing at Doyle’s (now Cronin’s) Pit will remember the contribution the club has made to the sport. It has been a number of years since KDMC ran autocross event, and the last

ones were ran in Tralee at a Kerry Motor Club shared venue.

Doyle’s pit was once a hotbed of young rally talent and many current top drivers within the club started out in autocross racing.

The last Doyle’s Pit event was in and around 2009 and now the club has extended an invitation to all who races, marshalled or spectated at the venue to meet up for a social occasion on Saturday night.

AUTOCROSS: The late Jimmy Devane was one of Killarney and District Motor Club's driving forces when it came to autocross racing at Doyle's Pit.

Lancia Atlantic Tour of Kerry this weekend

The Lancia Motor Club of Ireland will host a two day gathering in Kerry this weekend.

The Lancia Atlantic Tour will take place over the weekend of May 5– 7will; be, based in Tralee, and is supported by AutoGlym Ireland and Contract Flooring Supplies Dublin.

Although the iconic Italian brand last officially sold cars in Ireland in 1995, there is still a small but devoted following for Lancias in Ireland of all ages – from PreWar cars to much more recent examples. Over the last few months bookings have been received from all over Ireland and further afield, including a sizeable contingent from the UK.

The main event will take place over stunning roads around the Dingle Peninsula on Saturday while Sunday will visit the North Kerry and East Kerry areas.

“Some very rare and iconic cars are set to appear at the event, from 1930’s Lancia Aprilias to the World Rally Championship

dominating Delta Intergrales and many and varied cars in between, including a pair of 1950’s Lancia Aurelias, which introduced many innovations that are now common or even standard on every road car,” said local organiser Tralee-based Cork man Andrew Mulqueen.

“Lancia remain the most successful manufacturer in the World Rally Championship with 10 manufacturers titles, so it is only natural that some of Kerry’s world-famous rally stages are explored over the weekend, including Inch Beach, Conor Pass and Camp Mountain.

“Although not a competitive event the sight Fulvias, Delta Intergrales and all of the diverse range of Lancias that are booked in are relishing the chance to take on these roads, not forgetting the scenery and unique weather.”

The weekend base for events is The Rose Hotel in Tralee

The local organiser Andrew Mulqueen can be contacted on 087 250 5646.

Vintage club raise €3k for Critical Emergency Response

The Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club presented a cheque of €3,000 to Critical Emergency Response.

The funds were raised at a the club’s recent "Tractors and Tea" charity event in the Killarney Racecourse in March.

“We are always proud to be able to help out local charities while having a show for the public,” said club secretary Richard O Donoghue.

Meanwhile the club will launch its 2023 restoration project on May 12 at the Warehouse Café in Farranfore at 830pm.

TOUR:The Lancia Motor Club of Ireland will host a two day gathering on Kerry this weekend.

PRESENTATION:Tom Leslie (chairman) and Sean O Sullivan (organiser) present cheque to Donie Lucey of Critical Emergency Response surrounded by members of the club

Rally of the Lakes means a lot of things to a lot of people

It brings a massive early season tourist boost, not just to the town, but to the smaller towns and villages that the event passes through too.

There is no doubt that Rathmore and Gneevequilla were busier than usual last Sunday and the small village of Ardgroom, on the Beara Peninsula was particularly busy last Saturday.

This year’s event was particularly poignant as it was the first Irish rally since the passing the passing of Craig Breen. He would a have wanted the show to go on and while it was a difficult milestone for competitors, organisers and fans, it was one that needed to be crossed with dignity and compassion.

His long time co-driver Paul Nagle, the same man who guided him to success on the 2019 Rally of the Lakes and the 2021 Killarney Historic spoke of his fallen rally brother at the event’s opening ceremony on Friday.

Despite an estimated crowd of about 2,000 people, the respectful silence offered to Paul as he spoke was a testament to how much Craig Breen was loved and admired in Killarney.

The Saturday action centred on the Beara Peninsula. The area is equally loved and feared by drivers.

The breath-taking scenery, for once, took second place to equally draw dropping action and pace.

The crowds were out in force on Sunday, the famous Gortnagne stage was lined from start to finish with people. The farming area was more akin to Croke Park as the glorious sunshine brought both fans and curious locals out in their droves. A massive crowd turned out for the finish ramp at the Gleneagle Hotel too. They were there to welcome hometown hero Noel O’Sullivan who won the rally for the second time.

Some people love the rally, some don’t but each and every person, from marshals, to fans, service mechanics to competitors each left a lot of money in the town.

Long live the rally, its value is not to be under estimated, and without a traditional Munster final football match this weekend, the rally’s financial boost will have to stretch across two weekends at least.

Photos: Dylan Clifford

For those of us that love it, the event is our Christmas and St Patrick’s Day all rolled into one.

COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHIARRAÍ | KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL

BÓITHRE A nDÚNADH GO SEALADACH | TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS

ALT 75 d’ACHT NA mBÓITHRE 1993 | SECTION 75 OF ROADS ACT 1993

Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993, and the Temporary Closing of Roads Regulations 1994, Kerry County Council has decided to close to public traffic the road described hereunder to facilitate the holding of Run Killarney on Saturday, 13th May 2023.

Road Closed: N71 Killarney to Molls Gap

From Mangerton Road, Killarney to Kenmare Road (just beyond Muckross Park Hotel), to the junction of R568 and N71 at Molls Gap

Road Closing Times: From 7.30 a.m. to 10.45 a.m.

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FINANCIAL ADVISOR DIRECTORY FOR KILLARNEY

New venture for Ulster Bank’s Justin Healy

Killarney local Justin Healy was the branch manager in UB Killarney for nearly 15 years, ably assisted by his branch staff but also his Financial Planning Manager, Mike Doolan, who was in situ for 14 years.

It came as a shock, but Justin was quickly thinking about next his steps “My first thought was my brilliant staff, and that they would lose their jobs, and then to our fantastic customers, who were loyal over the years and with whom we had built up great relationships with, and how this was going to cause hassle for them, which was not their doing. Then of course, I started to think, what about me, what do I do next?”

It was then that Justin spoke to Mike and threw out the idea of maybe taking a leap of faith and instead of going into

another similar PAYE job, to go it alone and look at setting up an independent brokerage.

As Justin says, the idea of being independent was what was the big motivating factor: “to be able to give customers unbiased, independent access to the various companies and products, be it Mortgages, Life companies, Investment or pension providers, was the carrot and with a little advice here and there we decided to go for it.”

One person Justin and Mike sought counsel from was John Healy, Justin’s brother, of Healy Insurances.

As Mike says: “There is great tradition from John and Justin’s late father, Jimmy, who started the Healy Insurance business at 11 New Street, and with John taking that forward to new heights,

it was a natural fit for us to set up at 11 New Street and we are delighted to be here.?'

John, owner of Healy Insurances, says “We are delighted to be involved in this new venture. Justin and Mikes princi-

ples and ethos perfectly align with ours at Healy Insurances. It is a great asset to add another financial service to 11 New Street and we wish them every success. “Healy Doolan Financial are now open for business.

On February 19, 2021, when Ulster Bank announced they were withdrawing from Ireland and effectively shutting down, it came as a shock to everyone, not least the staff.

NEW VENTURE: Justin Healy who was the branch manager in Ulster Bank Killarney for nearly 15 years, and Financial Planning Manager, Mike Doolan have launched a new financial advisory business

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY KELLY

In loving memory of Mary Kelly (nee Breen) Tangerine House, Hilliard’s Lane, High Street, Killarney Who passed away on 6th May 2022.

As we lovingly remember Mary, so dearly missed by her husband and family, we would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all those who helped and supported us on our sad and sudden loss.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those that sympathised with us, sent mass cards and letters of sympathy, floral tributes, online condolences and to all who travelled from both near and afar to attend the funeral home, requiem mass and burial.

A special thank you to Killarney Legion GAA club members for forming a guard of honour after Mary’s requiem mass, she would have been so proud, being Legion’s number one fan!

Thank you to the First Responders who were first on the scene when Mary took ill at home, and also the paramedics.

A heartfelt thank you to the staff of University Hospital Kerry, especially the doctors and nurses in the ICU ward - we are forever grateful for the kindness and compassion you showed us during Mary’s brief stay in ICU. The dignity and respect you showed her went above and beyond, and we are so grateful for that.

Thank you to Fr. Jim Linehan for saying the rosary in the house and for celebrating her beautiful funeral mass, complimented by singer Maura Reen. A word of appreciation to Fr. Gerard O’Leary, Chaplain in UHK for performing the Last Rites.

Thanks also to Mike and Mary O’Shea, for their professional service and support provided throughout the funeral service, and a note of thanks to the grave diggers also.

A special thanks also to the Dromhall Hotel and the Randles family, for providing the meal and refreshments after the funeral.

A special word of appreciation to the extended Kelly and Breen families for their support, and to all those that called to the house, dropped food and offered a helping hand. We hope you know how much we appreciate your continued support.

A final word of thanks to all of Mary’s friends, there are simply too many to mention individually, she was a well-known and well-loved lady, and we know you miss her dearly, as do we.

As a token of appreciation, the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for the intentions of all those mentioned, as well as those impossible to mention, there are so many.

First Anniversary Mass for Mary Sunday 7th May at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

Rest in Peace.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

KELLY (NEE BREEN)

1ST ANNIVERSARY KELLY (NEE BREEN)

In loving memory of Mary Kelly

Late of Tangerine House, Hilliard’s Lane, High Street, Killarney

Who passed away on 6th May 2022.

If we could have a lifetime wish And one dream that could come through We would pray to god with all our hearts

Just to see and speak with you.

A thousand words won’t bring you back We know because we’ve tried And neither will a million tears We know because we’ve cried.

You’ve left behind our broken hearts And precious memories too But we never wanted memories We only wanted you.

Sadly missed by your loving husband Seán.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

KELLY (NEE BREEN)

In loving memory of Mary Kelly

Late of Tangerine House, Hilliard’s Lane, High Street, Killarney

Who passed away on 6th May 2022.

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

Your name is often spoken We talk about you still You haven’t been forgotten

And by us you never will.

Missed, loved & remembered every single day by your son Bobby, daughter-in-law Susan and grandchildren Paula, Daniel, Rebecca and Sarah.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

KELLY (NEE BREEN)

In loving memory of Mary Kelly

Late of Tangerine House, Hilliard’s Lane, High Street, Killarney

Who passed away on 6th May 2022.

No words we write can ever say How much we miss you everyday

No one knows the grief we bear When the family gather and you’re not there.

We laugh, we talk, we play the part But beyond the sorrow is a broken heart The sorrow we feel, we can never explain And the ache in our hearts will always remain.

You are missed more than words can say and lovingly remembered everyday. Brian & Rheanne.

Mary’s First Anniversary Mass Sunday 7th May 2023 at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Cathederal, Killarney.

In loving memory of Mary Kelly

Late of Tangerine House, Hilliard’s Lane, High Street, Killarney

Who passed away on 6th May 2022.

It’s been the hardest thing to lose you You meant so much to me

But you are in my heart Mam And that’s where you’ll always be.

I know that Heaven called you

But I wish you could have stayed At least the memories I have of you They will never fade.

I did not want to lose you But you did not go alone Because a part of me went with you

When Heaven called you home.

So just remember one thing We are not apart You’re with me in my memories And in my broken heart.

Missed, loved & remembered every single day by your daughter Mary, son-in-law Declan and grandchildren Emma and Chloe.

First Anniversary Mass

Sunday 7th May at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney. Rest In Peace.

1ST ANNIVERSARY KELLY (NEE BREEN)

In loving memory of Mary Kelly

Tangerine House, Hilliard’s Lane, High Street, Killarney Who passed away on 6th May 2022.

Though your smile is gone forever And your hand we cannot touch Still we have so many memories Of the one we loved so much.

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

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered daily by your son William, daughter-in-law Rosie and grandchildren Lorcan and Ava.

Fondly thought of by the Whelan family and your wide circle of friends who miss you more than words can say.

NOVENA TO ST. CLAIRE

Ask St. Claire for 3 favours, one business, two impossible and say nine Hail Mary’s for nine days with lighted candle. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish on ninth day. Powerful Novena. May the sacred heart of Jesus be praised, adored, glorified and loved today and every day throughout the whole world forever Amen. Say six times daily for nine days. Your request will be granted no matter how difficult it may seem. Favour publication must be promised. JOR

1ST ANNIVERSARY

KELLY (NEE BREEN)

In loving memory of Mary Kelly Tangerine House, Hilliard’s Lane, High Street, Killarney

Who passed away on 6th May 2022. No words we write can ever say How much we miss you everyday No one knows the grief we bear When the family gather and you’re not there.

We laugh, we talk, we play the part But beyond the sorrow is a broken heart The sorrow we feel, we can never explain And the ache in our hearts will always remain.

Sorely missed everyday by your son John and daughter-in-law Martha.

Anniversary Mass

Sunday 7th May at 12.00 noon in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

1ST

ANNIVERSARY KELLY (NEE BREEN)

In loving memory of Mary Kelly Tangerine House, Hilliard’s Lane, High Street, Killarney

Who passed away on 6th May 2022.

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

Sadly missed by your son Richard & Angela.

Anniversary Mass Sunday 7th May at 12.00 noon in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

NAUGHTON

In loving memory of Kathleen Naughton

Late of Tullig, Killarney

Whose birthday occurs on 10th May.

We have memories we treasure With thoughts that are dear We think of you always Not just once a year.

Lovingly remembered and missed by your loving husband James, sons Denis and Shamus, daughters-in-law, Norma and Mary, and grandchildren.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY JOAN O’SULLIVAN (NEE CRONIN)

1ST ANNIVERSARY JOAN O’SULLIVAN (NEE CRONIN)

1ST ANNIVERSARY JOAN O’SULLIVAN (NEE CRONIN)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY HORGAN

In loving memory of Joan O’Sullivan (nee Cronin) Ballinamanaugh, Kilcummin, Killarney Who passed away on 8th May 2022.

As we lovingly remember and greatly miss our beautiful mom Joan on her first anniversary, her husband Dermot, daughters Elaine, Noelette, Louise, sons Donal and John, daughters-in-law, sonsin-law, grandchildren and extended family, would like to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation to all our wonderful friends and neighbours who supported us in our time of grief.

Thanks to all the First Responders, paramedics and the Garda Síochána who attended to our mom with such professionalism and dedication.

Thanks to all our wonderful family, friends and neighbours who lined the road when mom came home and on her final journey. It was greatly appreciated.

We would like to thank O’Shea’s Funeral Directors for there support and professionalism with all the arrangements for mom.

Thanks to Fr. Jim Lenihan and Fr. Paddy O’Donoghue for a beautiful ceremony that they had for mom. Also, thanks to Siobhán McSweeney for her help and support, as it didn’t go unnoticed.

We would like to thank the musicians and singers who sang beautifully at mom’s mass and grave side.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our appreciation for your kindness and compassion.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Joan’s 1st Anniversary Mass is on Saturday 6th May at 7.30pm in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

10TH ANNIVERSARY

COLLINS

In loving memory of A husband, father and grandfather

Lal Collins

Late of “The Village Inn”, Kilcummin, Killarney

Who passed away on 6th May 2013.

We often think of you in silence

We often speak your name

But all we have are memories

And your picture in a frame.

Your resting place we visit

Flowers we place with care

But no one knows the heartache

As we turn and leave you there.

Loved and always remembered by Marian, Sinéad and Isabelle. xxx

In loving memory of My dear wife Joan O’Sullivan (nee Cronin) Ballinamanaugh, Kilcummin, Killarney Who passed away on 8th May 2022.

You were someone very special who left your mark on so many lives Things just haven’t been the same since we said goodbye.

The bond we shared will never end Even though we are apart I find comfort in the memories, Deep within my heart.

This heartfelt message is for you, I miss you more than words can say The world lost someone precious On the day you went away.

Always loved and remembered by your husband Dermot.

1ST ANNIVERSARY JOAN O’SULLIVAN (NEE CRONIN)

In loving memory of Our wonderful mother and grandmother

Joan O’Sullivan (nee Cronin) Ballinamanaugh, Kilcummin, Killarney Who passed away on 8th May 2022.

In Our Hearts

We thought of you today

But that is nothing new We thought about you yesterday And days before that too.

We think of you in silence

We often speak your name

Now all we have memories

And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake

With which we’ll never part

God has you in his keeping

We have you in our heart.

Sadly missed and never forgotten by your daughters Elaine, Noelette and Louise, sons Donal and John, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law and grandchildren Leah, Blaithaín, Ava, Mark, Emma, Kate, Siún and Finn.

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. RF

JESUS

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

In loving memory of Joan O’Sullivan (nee Cronin) Ballinamanaugh, Kilcummin, Killarney Who passed away on 8th May 2022.

We think about you always We talk about you still

You have never been forgotten

And you never will

God called your name so softly

That only you could hear

And no one heard the footsteps Of angels drawing near.

Softly from the Shadows

They came a gentle call

You closed your eyes and went to sleep You quietly left us all.

Always loved and missed by your sisters Helen and Norma, brother Pat, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces and nephews.

10TH & 7TH ANNIVERSARIES DEVLIN

In loving memory of George and Claire Devlin Late of Dresden House, Upper Lewis Road, Killarney George who passed away 2nd May 2013 Claire who passed away 2nd June 2016.

Our hearts are full of memories

With pride we speak your name Though life must go on without you It will never be the same

We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again

Memories are special They don’t fade away

We think of you both always Not just today.

Sadly missed and always remembered by your daughter Patricia, son-in-law Derry, grandchildren Susan and Louise and great grandchildren Livia and Eben.

PRAYER TO A SPECIAL REQUEST

Oh dear Mother of God, our lady of conception aparecidal, oh Saint Rita of Cassia and saint Jude worker of miracles and helper of impossible causes pray for me. Saint expedite, Saint of Urgent causes pray for me.

Saint Edwiges the saint of the needy, you know how desperate I feel please ask jesus to he me. ( mention your request) May the sacred heart of jesus be adored and glorified for ever. Pray one our Father, one Hail Mary and Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit as it was in the beginning is now and shall be, world without end amen. Pray for three days, publish on the third day, see what will happen on the fourth day.

MmC

In loving memory of Denis Horgan

11 Countess Grove, Killarney

Late of Knockataggle Beg, Kilcummin Who passed away on 6th May 2022.

The family of the late Denis wish to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to us all following our sad loss.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to the many relatives neighbours and friends who visited our home, and those who travelled long distances to attend the removal, requiem mass and burial.

We also wish to thank Fr. Joe Begley for the beautiful and meaningful funeral mass and to Fr. Eamon O.F.M., Fr. Tadgh O’Doherty, Fr. Micheál O’Doherty, Fr. Séamus Kelly and Fr. Niall Howard who assisted.

Thanks to the doctors, nurses and carers for the dedicated care and attention given to Denis during his time in St. Columbanus’ Community Hospital.

We also wish to thank the officers and members of Kilcummin GAA club who formed a guard of honour for the funeral courtage.

Thank you to Mike and Mary O’Shea, and Gerard Fitzgerald for their sensitive and professional handling of arrangements.

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

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

First Anniversary Mass for Denis is being offered on Sunday 7th May at 11.30am in Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

17TH ANNIVERSARY SHEAHAN

In loving memory of Carmel Sheahan

Late of 34 Main Street, KIllarney

Who died on 5th May 2006.

We thought of you with love today

But that is nothing new

We thought about you yesterday

And the days before that too.

We think of you in silence

We often speak your name

All we have are memories

And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is our keepsake

With which we’ll never part

God has you in His keeping

We have you in our heart.

Love from Liam, Siobhan, Ciara and family, Donal and family, and William xxx

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY DALY

In loving memory of Conor Daly

Shronedraugh/Kilquane, Headford, Killarney, Co. Kerry

Who passed away on 11th May 2022.

On the first anniversary of his death the family of Conor Daly would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to everyone who helped and supported us in our sad loss.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who sympathised with us, sent mass cards, online condolences and who attended Conor’s wake, funeral mass and burial.

We would especially like to thank our neighbours and friends in Shronedraugh and the wider community for the incredible help and support they gave us in the days leading up to Conor’s funeral, and Conor’s neighbours, friends and former teammates who sat with him each evening.

We are grateful to the emergency services who attended Conor’s home and his work colleagues and neighbours in Kilquane for their kindness on the morning of Conor’s passing.

We are also very grateful to Tom Murphy for his care and professionalism throughout.

Thanks also to Barraduff Community Field, Charlie Hickey, and all those who helped to manage the traffic on the evening of Conor’s removal and Glenflesk GAA club for the guard of honour at the church.

Finally, we are very grateful to Fr. Pat O’Donnell for his support and kindness and the beautiful funeral mass for Conor.

We would especially like to thank Paud and John O’Donoghue, Derry and Rosie Healy and Mary O’Callaghan for the wonderful music at Conor’s mass and again at the graveyard afterwards.

Thank you to Mary McCarrick for live streaming the mass.

Sadly missed by Tim, Mairead, Marian and Regina.

First Anniversary Mass for Conor is on Thursday 11th May at 7:30pm in Barraduff Church.

May he rest in peace.

MIRACLE PRAYER

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

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. DG

9TH ANNIVERSARY O’BRIEN

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY

BURKE

In Loving Memory of Hugh O’Brien Barleymount East, Killarney Who died on 11th May 2014.

God saw you getting tired And a cure was not to be So He put His arms around you And whispered “Come to Me”. With tearful eyes we watched you And saw you pass away And although we loved you dearly We could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best.

Sadly missed & always remembered by your wife Margaret, son Peter, daughters Lisa and Hilary , daughter-in-law Karen, son-in-law Daniel, and grandchildren Lauren, Keelan, Ross, Brian and Aaron.

Anniversary Mass will take place on Saturday 6th May at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

17TH ANNIVERSARY

O’LEARY

Treasured memories of A wonderful father and grandfather Patrick O’ Leary Late of “Woodbine Haven,” Upper Lissivigeen, Killarney Who died on 3rd 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.

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 and great grandchildren.

Anniversary Mass is on Sunday 7th May at 11.00am in the Church of the Resurrection.

ST. THERESA

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

In loving memory of John C Burke

14 Woodlawn Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry

Who passed away, from this life unexpectedly on 7th May 2022.

As we lovingly remember John on his first anniversary, his wife Mary and family wish to say thank you for all the special help that was given to John in his time of need.

Thank you to the Killarney Community First Responders and the ambulance crew who attended to him.

Thanks to the Gardaí, Priests, O’Shea’s Funeral Directors, and all our neighbours and friends, for their offer of help and consideration for us all. It was special to all of us for the help we received in our time of need.

Thank you to all the people who attended the Rosary, Funeral Removal, requiem mass and burial at Currow Cemetery. Thanks to the grave diggers, and to the priest that said prayers at John’s graveside.

Thank you to everyone for being there with us. It was greatly appreciated, especially for all the mass cards, Pepetual Novenas, wreaths, and the sympathy messages and kind words online on R.I.P.ie.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone personally, please accept this acknowledgement as a sincere thank you.

Mass has been offered for your intentions.

John’s 1st Anniversary Mass is on Sunday 7th May 2023 at 10.30am in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

8TH ANNIVERSARY BUCKLEY

In loving memory of Michael Buckley

Late of Derrynafinnia, Clonkeen, Killarney

Who died on 5th May 2015.

You gave us years of happiness

Then sorrow came is tears

You left us lovely memories

We will treasure through the years.

You never failed to do your best

Your heart was true and tender

You worked for those you loved

And those you loved remember.

We wont forget the face we loved

Or the memory of your smile

Or the countless things you did for us

To make our lives worthwhile.

A treasured Dad, a special friend

A loving Grandad to the very end.

From his loving wife Gobnait, sons Daniel and Liam, daughter Nora, daughters-in-law Claire and Anne-Marie, son-in-law Damien and grandchildren Lily, Katy, Michaela, Isabelle and Ava. Sadly missed and always remembered by extended family.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY O’SHEA

In loving memory of Mary O’Shea Batterfield, Firies, Killarney

Who passed away on 8th May 2022.

As we lovingly remember Mary, so dearly missed by her husband and family, we, the O’Shea family, would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all those who helped and supported us in our sad loss.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those that sympathised with us, sent mass cards, phone calls, floral tributes, online condolences, and to all who attended the funeral home, requiem mass and burial.

A special thank you to all who attended to Mary on the morning of her passing, your humanity and sensitivity will always be remembered by the family.

Thank you to Dr. Kerry Heuston and colleaques at Farranfore Medical Centre for the care and kindness shown to Mary over the years.

A special thank you to Fr. Padraig Kennelly, parish priest, and Fr. John Joe Spring. Also, thank you to Fr. Sean Horgan and Fr. John Ahern, who were childhood neighbours of Mary, for the beautiful mass and who made the whole grieving process so personal.

Thank you to Mary’s home help team, Teresa, Ann, Joan and Noreen, for the gentle care you showed to Mary in her latter years.

A very special thank you to Eamon O’Connor, Funeral Director, for your professional service provided right throughout the funeral service. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our gratitude and appreciation.

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

First Anniversary Mass for Mary is on Saturday 20th May at 7.30pm in St. Gertrude’s Church, Firies.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

O’SHEA

In loving memory of Mary O’Shea Batterfield, Firies, Killarney

Who passed away on 8th May 2022. It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone For part of us went with you

The day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories

Your love is still our guide

And though we cannot see you

You are always by our side.

Loved and remembered every day by your husband John, daughter Deirdre, sons Michael, Mark and Paudie, and all the extended O’Shea family.

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SPORT

ADAM MOYNIHAN

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EAMONN FITZGERALD & SEAN MORIARTY

Mayo visit on the cards

All-Ireland champions Kerry are set for a couple of mouthwatering fixtures against some old enemies - if they manage to beat Clare in Sunday’s Munster final.

The draw for the inaugural All-Ireland group stage was made at lunchtime on Tuesday and it was decided that the winners of Munster will play in Group 1 alongside the Leinster runners-up (Louth or Dublin), Mayo and Cork.

If Kerry end up in this group, they will welcome Division 1 champs Mayo to Killarney on May 20/21 (fixture details to be confirmed today).

They will then travel to Páirc Uí Chaoimh on June 3/4 to take on Cork before squaring off against the losers of Dublin v Louth at a neutral venue on June 17/18.

If Kerry lose to Clare this weekend, they will find themselves in Group 4 as the Munster runners-up. They will be joined

in this pot by Donegal, Monaghan and the losers of the Ulster final between Derry and Armagh.

The top team in each pool of four will advance directly to the All-Ireland quarter-finals and the second and third placed teams will face off in the preliminary quarter-finals. Only one team in each group will be eliminated at the end of the round robin series.

Group 1

Munster Champions (Kerry or Clare)

Leinster Runners-Up (Louth or Dublin)

Mayo

Cork

Group 2

Connacht Champions (Galway or Sligo)

Ulster Runners-Up (Armagh or Derry)

Tyrone

Westmeath

Group 3

Leinster Champions (Dublin or Louth)

Connacht Runners-Up (Sligo or Galway)

Roscommon

Kildare

Group 4

Ulster Champions (Derry or Armagh)

Munster Runners-Up (Clare or Kerry)

Monaghan

Donegal

RIVALS: Cillian O'Connor of Mayo and Tom O'Sullivan of Kerry. Photo: Daire Brennan/Sportsfile.

By Adam Moynihan

Follow Adam on Twitter @AdamMoynihan

2023 ALL-IRELAND Senior Football Championship Group Stage

The winners of Munster will play in Group 1 alongside the Leinster runners-up, Mayo and Cork.

Two from two for Devine and O’Sullivan on Killarney Rally of the Lakes

Muckross co-driver Noel O’Sullivan and his Derry-based driver Callum Devine took their second Assess Ireland Rally of the Lakes victory in as many years after an epic two days of motorsport in the West Cork and Killarney areas.

The Volkswagen Polo GTi crew fought back from a puncture on Killarney’s Moll’s Gap opener to then grab the rally lead on stage four, the daunting Ardgroom stage. Despite several challenges and dramas including a late steering rack issue they managed to hold off the advances of Robert Barrable and Gordon Noble in their Citroen C3 Rally 2 to take a 25.1-second victory

O’Sullivan becomes the first Kerry-based competitor to win the rally twice. “I was lost for words the first time, and I really don’t know what to say this time either,” said O’Sullivan. “I grew up watching this rally, and my earlier memories are of Bertie Fisher and Rory Kennedy winning this rally. I never thought I could win, never mind twice, I am very lucky to be competing at the front of this sport and I am very grateful to all who gave me the opportunities.”

Fellow Killarney men and early rally leaders Rob Duggan and Ger Conway had a bitterly disappointing end to what was a brilliant debut performance in their first Killarney outing in a top-line rally car and Rob’s first time competing in a top car since 2018.

Starting off the event with fastest on the first stage, setting a blistering pace on Moll’s Gap to be fastest by 9.8 seconds, the defending modified champion drove a similar Polo to that of the event winners. Fastest again on the opening run over a very wet Moll’s Gap on Sunday morning, the local crew started Sunday morning in third place. Their brilliant run came to a dramatic end on the rally’s penultimate stage, Gortnagane, when they clipped a bank and broke a steering arm. Local driver Alan Ring and his West Cork co-driver Adrian Deasy were another crew on a debut run in another Polo. They realised their pre-event plan of a top-ten finish by coming home in ninth place. It was their first outing in a frontline car in several years after concentrating on historic rallying in recent times. Ring rued the lack of seat time and full confidence in his hired machine but, nevertheless, was very happy with his run.

LOCAL CREWS:

Lawlor’s Cross crew John McCarthy and Kieran O'Donoghue put in one of the drives of the rally to bring their Ford Escort home in tenth place and third in the modified section of the rally.

“We are very happy with the result,” said O’Donoghue, “It was a very hard rally on

cars and men.”

Conor Murphy and Sean Collins overcame a host of problems, including a misfiring engine and a puncture to bring their Ford Escort home in 12th place.

Dave Slattery and Denis Coffey were three places behind in another Escort. They endured a host of problems including a broken throttle and clutch cable over the two days.

Defending junior champions Jason Farrell and Donagh Crowley stepped up to the main rally for the first time and took their Honda Civic to a dominant class 11F win. Mark O'Leary and Andrew Cronin were second in the same class in their Toyota Starlet.

Robert Counihan Timmy Kelly reported a trouble-free run in their Toyota Corolla Twin Cam to finish 37t.

Shane Doyle and William Kelliher were second in their class in their BMW E30 Father and daughter John Hickey and Michelle Hickey had a very enjoyable weekend in their Fubaru.

“I could think of nothing better in the world, all the holidays you can imagine, than a father a daughter competing together in the Rally of the Lakes," said John.

His brother Charlie and his daughter Charlene had to rely on Super Rally rules to get to the finish but also reported an enjoyable weekend.

Raymond O'Neill and Jason O'Connor finished second in class 12 in what was O’Connor’s first attempt at the rally. Despite a few close calls on their home Gortnagane stage, husband and wife Brian Doherty and Tara Duggan had a good weekend in their Ford Fiesta.

Killarney co-driver Tommy Moynihan guided Patrick O'Connor to fourth in class 20 in their Mitsubishi Evo 10. There was an interesting mix of local co-drivers on pacenote duty for the O’Callaghan family. Sean Nolan guided Chris to 59th overall while his mother Hazel, guided by Tony McCarthy was six places behind.

Father and son Tom O'Sullivan and Mark O'Sullivan reported a trouble-free run, as did Maurice Kennelly and Eoin Mulvihill. Thomas Randles and Mark Horgan had severe engine problems in their Ford Escort and had to use Super Rally rules.

Kieran Fitzgerald and Denis O'Leary survived an off-road excursion in Beallaghbeama in their Toyota Starlet to take seventh in Class 11F.

Ruby O'Riordan made her rally debut and guided her father John to fourth in class.

Steven O'Connor and Paul McGlinchy overcame fuel pipe issues to make it to the end.

For the third event in a row, Sean Hickey and Noel Fleming failed to complete the full rally because of alternator problems.

Bob Moran had alternator issues in his Escort but made it to the end.

Stephen O'Connor and Jonathan O'Shea were contesting their first Rally of the Lakes and suffered brake issues in their Toyota Starlet.

Local co-driver Ger Somers and Raymond Spence overcame a host of clutch issues to get their Ford Escort to the finish.

Billy McCarthy and John Falvey broke a steering arm in their Nissan Micra on the first run over Beallaghbeama and were another crew to use SuperRally to get to the end.

Three crews: Jack O'Shea/Darragh Lynch (Austin Mini Cooper) Gary Healy/Kevin Doherty (Honda Civic) and Amy Burke/ Emel McNamara (Ford Fiesta Mark 1) all used Super Rally rules to get to the end.

HISTORIC RALLY:

Co-driver Brian Duggan was the bestplaced Kerry man in the historic rally. He guided Luke McCarthy to fourth place. Brendan O'Mahoney and Darren O'Mahoney were eighth in their unusual Lada Samara.

JUNIOR CATEGORY:

Brothers Damien Nagle and Shane Nagle were the top Kerry crew on the junior rally, taking fifth place at the end.

The unrelated Keith O'Connor and Aaron O'Connor were three places behind and happy to put their heavy Midlands Moto Rally crash behind them.

Brother and sister Mossie Costello and Megan Costello were ninth in their Civic.

CHAMPIONS: Noel O’Sullivan and Callum Devine won the Rally of the Lakes for the second time. Photo: Ger Leahy

HARD LUCK: Rob Duggan and Ger Conway led the Assess Ireland Rally of the Lakes for a while but a broken steering arm ended their brilliant run. Photo: Ger Leahy

A very different

was allowed a certain number of hours to ‘disappear’ from Limerick. Brosnan had guaranteed Sheehy’s safe passage, a remarkable achievement when one considers that this temporary personal truce succeeded.

| By Eamonn Fitzgerald

Kerry had gone through a very lean spell and hadn’t won the All-Ireland since 1914. That was unthinkable in Kerry. The volatile political situation through the War of Independence meant that the 1920 All-Ireland final was not played until June 11, 1922, a time lag of almost two years. With so many players ‘unavailable’ - and not through injuries - Kerry withdrew from the 1921 Munster Championship, handing a walkover to Limerick.

In 1922 there was no Munster final with the country involved in the worst of all wars, a Civil War, and there was nothing civil about that scenario of 100 years ago. There was no Munster Championship held in 1922. Tipperary were nominated to represent Munster in the All-Ireland semi-final, but they also pulled out of the commitment and gave a walkover to Mayo. You can guess the rest. Mayo lost

the All-Ireland final to Dublin, who had the easiest of all tasks. Was it the easiest All-Ireland ever?

What would happen for 1923 was well down the list of priorities for Kerry supporters through that long winter of discontent in 1922. Spring 1923 was horrific in Kerry and all the recent centenary commemorations, particularly of March 1923 served as a reminder of events far removed from sport. The Civil War ended officially on May 24 but the bitterness lasted.

It was remarkable that Kerry even participated in the 1923 championship. Fortunately, football became the saviour for Kerry folk, but it got off to an unlikely start on July 29 in the first round of the Munster Championship.

Kerry played Limerick in Limerick and star player Con Brosnan knew that it would take something special to field a decent team. The powerful Moyvane midfielder

and John Joe Sheehy were proven Kerry stars, but they were diametrically opposite in their perceptions of what an Irish Republic meant. What’s more, Brosnan was the leader of the Free Staters and John Joe Sheehy led the republicans. Lives were at risk, brother against brother, Kerry footballer against his teammate. It took a leap of faith for Brosnan to convince his men to suspend hostilities for a few hours. For Sheehy it was an act of faith and gave him trust in the integrity of the Moyvane man. The team lined out that afternoon of July 29 in Limerick and just before the game got underway Sheehy came out of the crowd, discarded the long overcoat which had hidden the playing attire and proceeded to star in a 4-5 to 2-3 victory. Brosnan was correct in his judgement of football class. He knew the value of the dynamic Tralee Mitchels man in the forward division. Game over and Sheehy

SAM: The Kerry team who won the 1930 All-Ireland. This side featured important figures from 1923, including Con Brosnan (middle row, third from right) and John Joe Sheehy (front, fourth from right).

It was all done in the name of the game and the pride in the Kerry geansaí. The green and gold sufficed; the white would be added later. Where a flag failed to unite them, a football did.

POSTPONEMENTS

Political tensions had not disappeared by September 2 but they had eased considerably and Kerry easily beat Cork 3-4 to 0-3 in Cork. The Munster final was not played until October 14 when Kerry beat Tipperary in Tralee and the score was Kerry 0-5 Tipperary 0-3.

No more games for the rest of 1923 so the All-Ireland semi-final of that year was not played until April 27, 1924 when Kerry beat Cavan 1-3 to 1-2.

And so to the 1923 All-Ireland final, played in Croke Park on September 28. Kerry lost narrowly to Dublin, 1-5 to 1-3. That 1923 defeat was disappointing but there was one beacon of hope. Right half

Kerry head to the Gaelic Grounds on Sunday for the 2023 Munster final. 100 years ago, in 1923, the county’s footballers travelled to Limerick for a Munster Championship game facing very different challenges to the ones they face today.

trip to Limerick

back on the Kerry team was an 18-yearold from Mangerton View. He was on his way down to St Brendan’s College when a neighbour told him that he had been picked on the Kerry team for the following Sunday. He had never kicked a ball or trained with Kerry and here he was landed into an All-Ireland final against Dublin, his first ever game for the Kingdom.

Match reports showed that he had acquitted himself so well that his future looked bright. It was. By the age of 26 he had won six All-Irelands with Kerry at right half back. No other Killarney man achieved such success. The great Paul Russell.

DAVID SAUNDERS RIP

We are all struggling in the mud and only a few can see the stars. How he did he do it, at 12 years of age, standing on one leg when he had been diagnosed with cancer and had to undergo a leg amputation?

David Saunders eventually succumbed to his third bout of cancer and died last week at the age of 40. A packed congregation in Rathmore heard of his unbelievable courage and positivity.

Keith, David’s great friend from their undergraduate days at Mary I, delivered the eulogy. He referred to David’s cancer but insisted that it “did not define him”. It didn't cripple his hope. It didn’t quench his spirit.

"He was a rogue, the funniest person I knew. He had different accents for everyone, and his use of puns could hold the attention of a packed room,” Keith added.

But the most important thing in David's life was his wife, Castleisland native Anne Marie and their two precious children, Jack (4) and Aoibhín (2). Being a dad and a husband were his proudest achievements.

David was among the first players for Cork’s amputee soccer team and was capped 38 times for Ireland – a mark of his determination. A jersey representing his sporting career was among the symbols of his life brought to the altar at his funeral mass.

So, too, was an U10 medal representing his sporting prowess as a child, which continued even after losing his leg to cancer at such a tender age.

A schoolbook was brought to the altar by his sister Emer to represent his teaching career. He taught at Douglas/Rochestown Educate Together school. His former teammates, wearing their green Irish Amputees jerseys, provided a very symbolic and moving guard of honour as Fr Pat O’Donnell sent David on his final

WINNING START

Kerry LGFA continued their great form after winning the Division 1 league with a comfortable win in their first round championship match away to Waterford on Sunday last (2-8 to 0-8).

Once again it was the ageless veteran Louise Ni Mhuircheartaigh who dominated this game, scoring 1-7.

Co-managers Declan Quill and Darragh

Long have been doing tremendous work with this team over the past three years and they are aiming to complete the league and championship double this season. That is a huge ask, especially with big challenges coming from Meath, Dublin and Cork, of course.

Kerry play Cork this Sunday at 2pm in Páirc Uí Chaoimh.

U20 SEMI-FINAL

Kerry will play Sligo in the All-Ireland U20 semi-final in Galway tomorrow. They were porous in defence against Clare and wiped out at midfield; they were steeped in luck to snatch a draw they hardly deserved, before going on to win that semi-final after extra-time.

I‘m pretty sure manager Tomas Ó Sé was very direct with them after escaping and they turned it on in style in the Munster final against Cork, scoring two goals in the first five minutes. They won easily but will have to up their performance even more tomorrow when they face a very good Sligo team, backboned by the emergence of Summerhill College as a winning side.

MUNSTER FINAL

At senior level, Kerry are hoping to retain their Munster title against Clare in Limerick on Sunday. That will be a stepping-stone in the defence of Sam Maguire who was welcomed with open arms this past 12 months, compensating for the times the title was lost by Kerry. Title number 39 beckons but in this new format and with so many extra games, supporters will wonder if this will suit Kerry.

I expect Clare to put it up to Kerry and they are well capable of springing a big surprise as they did in the past. But Kerry showed against Tipperary in the Fitzgerald Stadium that they are moving well. No goals but points galore against a very limited Tipperary side.

Jack O’Connor has most of his stars back from injuries, but they will have to prove themselves once more with fringe players performing well in the league. Of course, there is no David Moran who has dominated the exchanges so often at midfield. None of his successors have that same stamp of authority in those aerial challenges so, more often than not, Shane Ryan has to go with the short kickout. That can be playing with fire if the opposition close up on the Kerry defenders.

The Kerry team will be announced on this Friday evening, so one can only speculate on its composition. I think the same 15 which started against Tipperary will also start against Clare. There is good cover in the subs bench and that will be necessary in the long campaign after the Munster final.

Injuries are always a crucial variable, tough on the injured players but also on management, forced into plugging holes before the dam bursts. Everyone will be hoping that David Clifford in particular will stay injury free. You don’t want to face the big guns without Cúchulainn leading by example.

MENTOR: Paul Russell (right) going over the basics with Kerry players Billy Myers and Paddy Kennedy. Photo: Princes of Pigskin/Séamus O'Reilly.

journey. Slán abhaile David. Beidh failte mór romhat ar neamh.

Kerry’s hunt for first win continues

Kerry FC are still searching for that first ever win in the League of Ireland following an unhappy Bank Holiday weekend that saw them concede eight goals in three days. Hopes were high that a visit to Treaty United on Saturday would herald good news – Kerry picked up one of their two points to date in the reverse fixture – but the hosts raced into a 3-0 lead before half-time. The Limerick side added a fourth after the break to secure their second win of 2023.

Another game in quick succession provided Kerry with an opportunity to bounce back but unfortunately Monday’s match against Cobh Ramblers also ended in defeat. The Cork outfit took the lead after

just four minutes through Wilson Waweru and further goals by Tiernan O’Brien McAllister, Charlie Lyons and Liam Kervick gave them a four-goal cushion.

A late consolation goal by former Killarney Celtic player Ryan Kelliher left the scoreline reading 4-1 at the final whistle. The First Division newcomers are now nine points adrift of second-from-bottom Longford Town, with a record of P12 W0 D2 L10.

Billy Dennehy’s team will be hoping for better luck tonight when they host Longford at home in Tralee (7.45pm). Tickets were still available as this publication went to print on Thursday. Visit kerryfc. com/tickets for more information.

SPORTS ON TV THIS WEEKEND AROUND THE WORLD

FRIDAY, MAY 5

SOCCER

SATURDAY, MAY 6

U20: Sligo v Kerry

RUGBY RTÉ 2 5pm Leinster v Sharks

GOLF Sky Sports Golf 5pm Wells Fargo Championship

GAA GAAGO 7pm Cork v Tipperary

RUGBY RTÉ 2 7.35pm Glasgow v Munster

SOCCER BBC 1 10.30pm Match of the Day

GOLF Sky Sports Golf 11pm LPGA International Crown

SUNDAY, MAY 7

CYCLING Eurosport 1 11am Giro d’Italia

GAA RTÉ 2 1.45pm Galway v Sligo

SOCCER Sky Sports Football 2.15pm Hearts v Celtic

GAA RTÉ 2 1.45pm Kerry v Clare

GOLF Sky Sports Golf 5pm Wells Fargo Championship

SOCCER BT Sport 1 7pm West Ham v Man Utd

F1 Sky Sports F1 7pm Miami Grand Prix

GAA RTÉ 2 9.30pm The Sunday Game

| This year’s Super Bowl breaks US TV viewing record

Super Bowl LVII was the most-watched US telecast of all-time, according to new figures that were released on Tuesday. National TV measurement company Nielsen informed CNN that in updated data, it found that 115.1 million viewers tuned in on February 12 to watch the Kansas City Chiefs come back and beat the Philadelphia Eagles.

The total includes those watching the Super Bowl LVII across Fox, Fox Deportes and digital streaming services, according to a Nielsen source.

In the top 10 US telecasts of all time according to Nielsen records, the first nine are made up of Super Bowl broadcasts. The only non-Super Bowl to feature on the top 10 is the M*A*S*H series finale in 1983 which totalled 105.9 million viewers. For comparison, the 2022 FIFA

World Cup final was watched by an estimated 1.5 billion people worldwide. Kerry’s 2022 All-Ireland final victory over Galway was viewed by around 862,000 people.

| Ryder to tackle Canelo in Mexico

John 'The Gorilla' Ryder will take on Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez for the super-middleweight crown on Saturday night as he bids to become England's first undisputed male champion in the four-belt era. Fighting in Alvarez's home city of Guadalajara, Mexico, a win for Ryder would go down as the greatest overseas victory for a British fighter and a colossal shock in boxing history.

The odds are stacked against the 34-year-old underdog. Alvarez is the face of boxing: a four-weight champion who is fighting on home soil for the first time in 12 years. But Ryder insists he will not be overawed by the occasion and is manifesting an upset.

"Every night I lay there, sit there, visualise it - speaking it into existence," he told BBC Sport. "It would be an amazing feeling. Especially being in his hometown at such a prestigious event.”

The fight will be shown on DAZN.

ACTION: Seán Kennedy of Kerry FC. Photo: Adam Kowalczyk.

THE WEEK IN PICTURES

GOLF: At the presentation for the 2022 Keane's Jeweller's Medals in the Ross Golf Club were Brian O'Connor, Niall O'Brien, Ryan McCarthy, Susan Moriarty (Keane's Jewellers), John Ivory (Captain), Joan Lenihan (Keane's Jewellers),Tony Lenihan and Brian Hickey.

Johnny Brosnan and Ryan Scott.

The Killarney Celtic U12A squad who defeated MEK Galaxy 2-1.

Emily O'Donoghue De Vries, Isabella Daly and Danielle Walsh reperesenting Killarney Judo Club at the Munster Mini Mon in Macroom.

of Kerry FC in action against Treaty United.

CELTIC:

ROSS: The Ross Golf Club intermediate team who hosted Dooks in the Kerry Intermediate Challenge Shield. Pictured are John Ivory (Ross GC Captain), Terence Mulcahy, Shane Bunyan, Darren Gaffey, Dan Cronin, Donie Broderick (Team Manager),

CAMOGIE: The Hollymount NS captain receiving the Pat Sheehan Memorial trophy from Geraldine and Ilona Sheehan.

SOCCER: The MEK Galaxy U13 team who drew with Ballyhar Dynamos.

JUDO:

KERRY: Leo Gaxha

WINNERS: The Killarney Camogie U12 team who won the Mini Super 7s in Kilmoyley.

Killarney Athletic

U12 SHIELD RESULT: Our U12Bs progressed to the semi-final of the Shield after defeating Ferry Rangers 4-2 after extra time. Another great performance by the lads who have really gained some momentum in this tournament. Well Done To You All. And thanks very much to Ferry Rangers for a very entertaining game! Goalscorers: Robert Sychta, Aidan Hickey, Malachy Audley, Nathan Jordan.

U15 GIRLS QUARTER- FINAL: Fenit Samphires v Killarney Athletic. The girls tried their best but wasn’t their day. Best of luck to Fenit in the cup & thanks for sporting game.

IVERAGH 4-5 KILLARNEY ATHLETIC: Our U13s made the trip to Iveragh for the first round of the Cup in a fantastic sporting game the Girls battled hard to come out on top. Roxana scored all 5, and they now progress to the next round of the Cup. A gallant performance from every player well done all.

UNDER 13 SHIELD: Killarney Athletic B

1-6 Listowel Celtic (Darragh Fitzgerald). Our young Blues battled to the end today, but it wasn't to be. Congratulations to Listowel Celtic and best of luck in the next round!

Killarney Celtic

LOTTO: Numbers drawn 3, 8, 12, 19. No jackpot winner. Match 3 winner received €150 each. Next jackpot €3,800 on Monday May 8th. Tickets available from The Dungeon Bookshop, Hegarty’s Park Rd, club members and online through clubforce.com.

PREMIER A: Killarney Celtic 5 Camp Utd

1 (Jamie Spillane, Witness Odirile, Cathal O’Shea, Wayne Sparling, Adam Grzesiak). Killarney Celtic 0 Killarney Athletic

1. U15 Div 1 - Fenit 0 Killarney Celtic 3 (Pa O’Brien, Ignacy Truchan, Luke O’Shea).

U12 Premier - Tralee Dynamos 2 Killarney Celtic 0. MEK 1 Killarney Celtic 2 (Conor O’Leary, Cillian Scannell).

Mastergeeha

LOTTO: There was no winner on 28th April of the Jackpot for €2,800. Numbers drawn were 3, 14, 16, 27. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Mossie Pierce, c/o Jimmy’s; Julie Looney, Mastergeeha; Marie Curtin, Knocklebede; Darby Mangan, Knocknahoe. The next draw will be Friday 5th May for Jackpot of €3,000.

MEK Galaxy

GIRLS: U12 Girls Shield - MEK Galaxy 3 Killarney Athletic B 2. Scorers Esmee Van Bentham and Tara O'Connell. POTM Emily Kavanagh in Goals. Excellent display by everyone to get our first win of the season.

U13 BOYS PREMIER: Ballyhar Dynamos

2 MEK Galaxy 2. A great game of football against our neighbours in Murt Scot Park ended honours even. MEK started the strongest and were 1 up after 6 minutes a free by Breandan Allman caused havoc in the Ballyhar area and the ball ended up

in the net. Dara Tangney came close to getting a second with a great run through the Ballyhar defence. Then Jamie Murphy was put clear through but just missed the target. Our second came on 26 mins when Cade Jameson finished a fine move. HT 0-2 MEK. The second half saw Ballyhar step up the pressure and 5 minutes in got one back. Game on. Ballyhar kept the pressure on, but our defence was holding out until with 10 minutes left the home team got an equaliser. Shortly afterwards Ballyhar hit the crossbar but as the game finished 2-2 was a fair result. Best for MEK were Cade Jameson, Dara Tangney and Ryan Van der Merwe but man of the match goes to Breandan Allman who defended brilliantly. Thanks to our friends in Ballyhar for a great game.

Killarney Legion GAA

LADIES FOOTBALL UPDATE: The Legion U12 girls started off their season on a busy Wednesday in Direen with a friendly against our neighbours Dr. Crokes. The teams were evenly matched, and it was great to see our Legion girls perform well in their first outing of the 2023 season. Both the girls and coaches benefited from the match with the game again refereed by the busy and obliging Oisin Fleming. A big thank you to Dr Crokes for coming to Direen for what was a sporting game. On a perfect Monday evening for football, the U14 girls were in action against Currow in Direen. This Division 5 clash started brightly with scores at both ends and this pattern was to continue until the final whistle. On a perfect sod, both sides made use of the space to serve up a very open and fast paced contest. Two points separated the evenly matched sides in the end with Currow victorious on a 5-5 to 4-6 scoreline. The Minor girls travelled to Kilcummin for the opening game in Division 3 of the County League. They started brightly and hit the opening four points, but Kilcummin got into their stride and soon dominated the rest of the half to lead. 2-4 to 0-6 at the interval. In the second half Kilcummin maintained the competitiveness, keeping the scoreboard ticking over but a strong Legion rearguard kept Kilcummin at bay. And in the process, they combined for three fantastic goals at just the right time to have their noses in front in the end. Final Score. Legion 3-12 Kilcummin 2-13.

DONAL CURTIN LADIES CUP: The Legion Ladies battled hard in the second half, hitting the woodwork on three occasions with Ellen Coffey eventually finding the onion sack. Castleisland Desmonds 3-10 Legion 1-4.

Spa GAA

FIXTURES: In Round 5 of the Credit Union SFL, we fortunately secured our second win after a 6-point defeat over Castleisland Desmonds. After a slow start against the breeze in the first half we saw ourselves 2 points down facing in to the second half. It was with thanks to a goal

in the opening few minutes of the second half that saw us to take the lead for the first time in the game. With an extra man playing to our advantage after Castleisland Desmonds were down to 14 men after one of their men was shown a second yellow, the final score was Spa 02-13 Castleisland Desmonds 1-10. In the next round of this competition, we will play Milltown at home in two weeks' time.

LGFA: Spa welcomed Corca Dhuibhne to Killarney last Sunday for Round 3 in Division 1 of the Donal Curtin Cup. Spa were against the wind to begin with and played well to finish the first half just two points behind with a score of 3-4 to 3-6 to the visitors. Spa had a great start to the second half and opened with a goal and dominated for the 3rd quarter, but Corca Dhuibhne never gave up and continued to kick for points at every opportunity which led to a very exciting finish with Spa two points up with three minutes to go. Corca Dhuibhne threw everything at Spa and were rewarded with a goal in the final minutes to go one point ahead. Spa was on a counterattack but unfortunately ran out of time as the ref blew the final whistle. Spa were very unlucky to come away without at least a draw but now look forward to travelling away in two weeks' time to play Southern Gaels.

LOTTO: Next week’s draw will be for a jackpot of €7,000.

Dr Crokes GAA

SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE: Dr Crokes

0-14 Ballymac 3-9. Our senior side suffered their first defect of the year last Sunday in Round 5 of the County League. The adage of goals win games was certainly to the fore and ultimately the difference between the sides. Ballymac started the stronger and lead 1-2 to no score after 5 minutes. We did however settle into the game and trailed by 2 points at the short whistle. Midway through the second half we draw level but following missed scoring opportunities conceded our second goal. Congratulations to Shay O’Meara, Sean Fitzgerald, Charlie Keating and Alex Hennigan, all St. Brendan’s students, on making their first starts for our senior team. Next up is Austin Stacks in Connolly Park next Saturday night.

U15 LEAGUE: Dr Crokes 2-16 Legion 2-7. Our U15s travelled to Killarney Legion on Wednesday last where they had a great win over our local rivals. It was a great team performance full of skill and courage and determination.

LGFA: Our U12 girls travelled to Direen last Wednesday to play Legion in a pre-season challenge. It was a great workout for our girls as we had a great game with all of the squad involved. We look forward to the season ahead.

GO GAMES: Our two U11 teams travelled to Kenmare last week where they both put on a fantastic display of football. All the boys hard work is really showing in each of their performances. It was great to see everyone enjoying themselves.

Our U9s travelled to Glenflesk last week where they put their skills in to practice and enjoyed the evening.

ACADEMY: Our academy continues every Saturday.

Fossa GAA

MUNSTER FOOTBALL FINAL: Kerry v Clare. Sunday 7th May at 4pm in Gaelic Grounds, Limerick. Wishing David and Paudie all the best against Clare next Sunday in the Munster Final and just a reminder on the ticket situation. The Munster Football Final tickets are now on sale. Tickets are unreserved seating Stand Specific. i.e. Mackey Stand unreserved and North Stand unreserved. Wheelchair users can purchase a Mackey Stand ticket and this will suffice for both Wheelchair user and attendant to gain entry to the stadium. Price Details as follows: Adult Stand €35, Student/OAP Stand €25, Adult Terrace €25, Student/ OAP Terrace €15, Juveniles all areas €5. All Tickets must be purchased in advance via participating Centra and Supervalu outlets or online via link below. There will be no ticket sales at the venue.

SENIOR COUNTY LEAGUE: Div 3 - Rd

5 - Annascaul 0-22 Fossa 3-17. Fossa got back to winning ways, coming out on top in what was probably the best game of the county league so far. Normally when you concede 22 points you don’t expect to come out on top, but Fossa gave a masterclass of point kicking and scoring 3-14 from play. Long range points by Jason Hickson of Annascaul and Captain Emmett O’Shea for Fossa were a joy to watch. Another powerful performance from Matt Rennie in the middle and goals from Tadgh O’Shea, Harry Kelly and Eoin Talbot were ultimately the difference. Fossa are now in second place in the Division and are home to Knocknagoshel in two weeks’ time.

SENIOR COUNTY LEAGUE: Div 6 - Rd

5 - Fossa B 2-10 Firies B 2-14. In a highly entertaining game, Fossa just came up short, Darren Cronin with 2-5 and an excellent defensive performance by Mark Donnellan was not enough to hold out Firies B.

Glenflesk GAA

LOTTO: There was no winner of Glenflesk Lotto which took place on April 18 in Glenflesk Hall. Jackpot €3,200. The numbers drawn were 6, 13, 24, 30. Consolation Prizes of €50: Joe and Maureen O’Donovan (Yearly Ticket); Vincent Donovan (Yearly Ticket); Tim O’Callaghan (Yearly Ticket); Julie Brosnan (Sellers’ Prize). Next draw will take place in Glenflesk Hall on Tuesday May 2 (because of Bank Holiday). Jackpot will be €3,400. Thank you to all who support our Lotto and to our sellers. Lotto tickets including annual tickets can be bought from our ticket sellers, in local pubs and shops or online before 6pm on the date of the draw via Clubforce.

ALL-IRELAND U20 CHAMPIONSHIP:

Wishing the best of luck to captain Killian O’Sullivan, Cian Lynch, Luke Crowley, Dylan Roche mentor Seamus Moynihan & the Kerry GAA U20 team & management in the All-Ireland semi-final against Sligo. The game is on at Pearse Stadium Galway on Saturday, May 6 and can be viewed live on TG4.

COUNTY LEAGUE: Division 2 - Glenflesk 3-14 Laune Rangers 2-18. Our Div 2 team are away to Currow on Sunday, May 14 at 2pm. Our Div 5 team are away to Gneeveguilla also on May 14 at 2pm.

SCÓR NA NÓG FINAL: Wishing the best of luck to our outstanding Ballad Group in the All-Ireland Scór na nÓg Final which takes place in the Killarney INEC on Saturday, May 6. The group members are Cliona Moynihan, Muireann Healy, Abby Cronin, Aoise O’Donoghue, Patrick Mullane and sub Sara O’Donoghue and their mentor is Rosie Healy.

Kilcummin GAA

CREDIT UNION CO LEAGUE: Division 1. Our senior team manufactured an amazing comeback to defeat Kerins O’Rahillys in Tralee last Saturday and claim two points that sees us top the Division facing into a two-week break. Trailing by nine points with 15 minutes remaining a Shane McSweeney goal ignited the team after what had been a lack lustre performance up till then. Five points and a further goal from Philip O’Leary without reply saw us run out winners by two points and sent our supporters home with a smile on their faces and delighted with the character shown by the players. Next up is an away fixture against Gneeveguilla in two weeks.

CO LEAGUE DIV 6: Kilcummin B 2-24 Churchill B 1-10. A great free flowing performance saw our young team overcome Churchill and run out easy winners. Goals from Cian Lynch and Sean Moynihan supplemented some fine point- taking from our forwards. Our defence was solid throughout with midfield in control also, underlining the improvement of the players and highlighting the work being done by the mentors. It also underlines the value of having entered a team in the league. Team: Liam Kerrisk, Oran Dwyer, James Williams, Darragh Brosnan, Andy Lowing, Oisin O’Leary, Jack Fogarty, Gearoid Kerins, Colm Kelleher, Cian Lynch, Mikey O’Shea, Evan Murphy, John Devane, Paudie Moynihan, Darren Lehane. Subs used Chris Moynihan, Brandon Griffin, Cian Murphy, Jack O’Donoghue and Ger Sheehan.

GOLF: Kilcummin GAA held their annual Golf Classic on April 29 in Kenmare GC. The winners were as follows: Mike O’Riordan, Seán Leamy, Mick O’Brien with 59 points.

East Kerry GAA

RESULTS: U17 East Region League. Division 1 - Kenmare A 3-27 Dr Crokes 0-07. Rathmore 4-12 Legion 2-16. Division 2 - Firies 1-09 Glenflesk 2-09, Spa 3-14

Beaufort 0-08. Division 3 - Kenmare B 4-09 Gneeveguilla 5-18.

FIXTURES: U17 East Region League. Sponsored by Tatler Jack Bar and Restaurant. All games Monday at 7pm. Division 1 - Kilcummin v Kenmare. Dr Crokes v Legion. Division 2 - Cordal, Scartaglin v Firies. Glenflesk v Spa. Beaufort v Currow. Division 3 - Fossa v Kenmare B. Gneeveguilla v Kilcummin B.

MONTHLY MEETING: The next meeting of the East Kerry Board takes place on TuesdaY, April 9 in the Killarney Heights Hotel at 9pm.

Beaufort GAA

SYMPATHY: Our sympathy is extended to husband, Frank, daughter, Rachael, son, Ronan, mother Margaret, extended family and friends of Teresa Murphy, Coolmagort who has passed away. May she rest in peace.

FIXTURES: Senior men will be away to Austin Stacks Amber, next weekend in round 3, Development league. Beaufort Under 15 Boys will take part in Féile Peile na nÓg. The Kerry qualifying rounds are on Friday, May 5. Finals on May 6. Times and venues to follow.

RESULTS: An Ghaeltacht 0-11 Beaufort

1-8 in senior Co League, round 5, Div 2. Beaufort 2-13 Valentia Young Islanders

2-8 in Co League, Div 6.

LOTTO: No jackpot winner on Sunday, April 30. Numbers: 4, 11, 15, 22.

CONSOLATION PRIZES: €80 Michelle Coffey. €50 Padraig O’Sullivan, Shanacloon; Patsy Cronin, Killarney; Tim Carey, Carnahone. The next lotto draw for a jackpot of €13,000 will be on Sunday, May 14. Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5 and are available from usual sellers, shops, public houses and online at beaufortgaa.com. Thank you to everybody who support the lotto.

MATCH REPORT: Our minor ladies had their second outing of the division 4 county league on Thursday evening. At half time Beaufort led by only one point on a score line of 1-8 to 3-1. Beaufort powered through the second half with great energy and determination eventually winning the game on a score line of 4-15 to 3-4. It was an excellent performance from our minor ladies, and we look forward to our next outing. Team: Kayla Roche, Amy Breen, Katie O’Donoghue, Maria Culhane, Marina Eager, Lily Kerins, Ava O’Malley, Niamh Dorrian, Lola Eager, Ava Casey, Bronagh Dorrian, Ellie O’Leary, Leanne Coffey, Grainne Kennedy, Meabh Crowley, Lily Breen, Eabha McEvoy, Lori O’Connor, Keeva Riordan, Avril Rooney, Saoirse O’Sullivan.

Milltown/Castlemaine GAA

LOTTO: Sponsored by Almas Takeaway, Milltown. The fortnightly club lotto draw took place on Monday, May 1st at the club grounds. There was no jackpot or match 3 winner on this occasion. The numbers drawn were 8, 12, 31 and the bonus ball was 5. Lucky Dip winners were as follows:

€50 - Mike O'Sullivan, Callinafercy. €50Jerome Flynn, Castlemaine. €25 - Deirdre O'Sullivan, Milltown. €25 - Noel Hurley. €25 - Nicola Holman, Firies. €25 - Eoin O'Brien, Castlemaine. Our next club lotto draw is scheduled to take place on Monday, May 15 at 7.30pm in the Clubhouse where the jackpot will be €13,000. Get your draw tickets or renew your yearly tickets online on Clubforce or get your tickets for the next draw from all the usual local outlets. Mile búiochas do gach duine for playing Milltown/Castlemaine Clubs Fortnightly Fundraiser, the money raised is vital to the day to day running of our club and your support is sincerely appreciated.

CREDIT UNION COUNTY LEAGUE: Division 1, Round 5 - Milltown/Castlemaine 0-9 Kilcummin 2-7. Hard luck to our Senior 'A' side and management who fell to a four-point defeat against Gneeveguilla on Saturday evening on home soil. The game was delicately poised at 0-4 to 0-4 at half time but two late goals from the away side swung the match in their favour. Round 6 will take place in two weeks’ time when our lads travel to take on Spa in Killarney.

CREDIT UNION COUNTY LEAGUE: Division 6, Round 5 - Milltown/Castlemaine

'B' 2-10 St Michaels Foilmore 'B' 0-10. Well done to our Senior 'B' side and their management team who had a good victory on Sunday afternoon against Dr. Crokes at the Paddy Burke Memorial Park in Milltown.

Killarney Camogie Club

TRAINING: Under 6/8/10 train on Mondays & Fridays from 6-7pm in Spa. Hurleys & helmets can be provided on a rental basis for the season. Football boots, shin guards & water required. Under 12s & Under 14s train on Mondays & Fridays (match dependent) from 6-7pm in Spa. Under 16s train on Mondays & Thursdays (match dependent) from 6-7pm in Spa. Under 18s train on Mondays & Fridays from 6-7pm in Spa.

MATCH UPDATES: Under 8s and Under 10s had their first blitz of the season in Ardfert on bank holiday Monday. Check out the pictures on Facebook.

UNDER 12: 1st league game v Tralee Parnells ended in a narrow defeat. We were winners of the Mini 7’s exhibition game in Kilmoyley last Monday. Thanks to Pat Ryan Financial Services (Kerry senior manager) for sponsoring! Next league game Monday 8th May v Abbeykillix at home.

UNDER 14: Played Cillard in Spa last Monday evening; unfortunately, the result did not go our way.

UNDER 16: 1st county league game against Cillard ended in a win for our girls. Next game is v Tralee Parnells at home week commencing 8th May (please see Facebook for updates).

PAT SHEEHAN MEMORIAL TOURNA-

MENT: We held our inaugural Pat Sheehan Memorial Tournament on April 26

in Spa. Hollymount NS were deserving winners of the trophy, kindly sponsored by The Gleneagle Group, which was presented by Geraldine & Ilona Sheehan (Pat’s wife & daughter). The Poc Fada winner also came from Hollymount NS and a Tiernaboul NS pupil won the Player of the Tournament trophy. These were both sponsored again by The Gleneagle Hotel and presented to both winners by Ilona Sheehan.

REGISTRATION: New members always welcome.

Ross Golf Club (Ladies)

COMPETITIONS: Ladies Scramble on Saturday 6th May kindly sponsored by Noreen O’Mahony and Eilish O’Sullivan. Tee off at 10am. All members welcome. Each Wednesday morning 9-hole competition everyone welcome. Meet for 10am. All members welcome.

RESULTS: 18-hole Single Stapleford qualifying Competition Saturday 29th April. 1st Mary Gorman 34 points, 2nd Therese O'Keeffe 28 points. Well done to Cathy Crowley who was the winner of the ninehole competition on Wednesday.

CONGRATULATIONS: Congratulations to the Men’s Ross Golf Club intermediate team and Manager Donie Broderick who were victorious in the Kingdom Challenge Shield v Dooks on Saturday.

GOLF LESSONS: Gordon Howard is available to give golf lessons. Please contact Gordon directly in the Club House.

Ross Golf Club (Men)

RESULTS: On Saturday April 29th and Sunday 30th we held a Club Sponsored stableford competition. The following were the winners: 1st John Prendergast 44, 2nd Aaron McCann 43, 3rd Brian McCarthy 4. On Thursday April 27th the winners of the Ross Seniors competition were 1st Mike O'Leary, 2nd Jim Larkin, 3rd Liam Mulqueen. On Monday May 1st we held our May Day MIxed Scramble in glorious weather with the course in great condition and with an extremely large turnout. The winning teams were: 1st Peter Wickham, Alan Moynihan, Killian Moynihan Mike O'Leary. 2nd Michael J O'Sullivan, Seamus McCarthy, Emir Coffey. 3rd John Ivory, Aaron McCann, Bridie Brosnan, Oliver McCarthy. The scramble was followed by the presentation of prizes for the 2022 Keane's Jewellers Medals and the MD O'Shea Spring League. A very pleasant social afternoon was had with food and chat. Many thanks to all our sponsors for their continued support.

CLUB MATCHPLAY: The draw has been made for the Killarney Medal & Trophy Centre Club Matchplay Championship and is now available on the noticeboard. CONGRATULATIONS to our Intermediate team who were victorious over Dooks GC in the Kerry Federation Intermediate Shield last Saturday in the Ross. Well done to all.

COMMISERATIONS to our Pierce Purcell team who travelled to the Ring of Kerry

GC on Sunday last to take on their hosts and after a tough battle we came up short.

SYMPATHY: We offer our deepest sympathy to Ivo, Una and all the extended O'Sullivan Family on the recent death of Dermot Ivo O'Sullivan, RIP. A founding and current member of the Ross Golf Club, father of past Ross Golf Club President Ivo, father-in-law of Una and grandfather of Eoin. A former Chairman and lifetime member of Killarney Race Co, a Turf Club member and a stalwart of Killarney Race Company for over 50 years.

Castlerosse Golf Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: Results of 9H scramble played on April 28th/29th. 1st - Brid Ui Scanaill, Nora Long, Kitty O’Grady. 2nd - Finola Geary, Shonagh Gray, Erina MacSweeney. 3rd - Claire Horgan, Eileen Lucey, Fiona Miekel.

GET INTO GOLF PROGRAMME: Every Monday evening at 7pm. Contact Kieran 087 2748777.

MIXED SCRAMBLE: Every Wednesday at 6pm. Visitors welcome.

Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: 23rd April - Sponsor - Mike Griffin Tiling & Stone Cladding. Overall Winner: Stephanie Lane (29) 41 pts. Division1 Winner: Marie Ni Loinsigh (16) 36 pts. Division 2 Winner: Maura Kennedy (51) 35 pts. 29th/30th April - Round 1

Golfer of The Year - Sponsor JR Spares. Overall Winner: Marian Kerrist (25) 74 Nett. Division 1 Winner: Grainne McShortall (17) 76 Nett. Division 2 Winner: Stephanie Lane (28) 75 Nett.

FIXTURES: 6th/7th May. Sponsor Dineen O'Donoghue Motors.

Beaufort Golf Club (Men)

RESULTS: 23rd April - Sponsor Heather

Restaurant. White Tees - 1st Gerald Kirby (21) 39 pts, 2nd Mark O'Mahony (12) 38 pts. Yellow Tees - 1st Michael Coffey (20) 39 pts, 2nd Patrick Browne (19) 37 pts. 29th/30th April - Sponsor Treyvaud's

Restaurant. White Tees - 1st David Lynch

(9) 41 pts, 2nd Stephen Barry (14) 37 pts. Yellow Tees - 1st Declan O'Leary (25) 35 pts, 2nd Mark Coleman (29) 35 pts.

FIXTURES: 5th May - Open Friday Single Stableford (Ladies & Gents) - Ring Clubhouse on 064 6644440 to book a tee time. 6th/7th May - Round 1 Golfer of The Year (Yellow Tees) - Sponsored by Genfitt Mayo Ltd.

Maine Valley Golf Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: 18 Hole Stableford sponsored by Crowley’s Shoe Shop, Killorglin. 1st Marian O’Connor (24) 40pts, 2nd Cait O’Leary (16) 38 pts. (B6), 3rd Elizabeth Doyle (53) 38 pts. Congratulations ladies. Great scoring. Thanks to Crowley’s Shoe Shop for their sponsorship. 12 Hole re-entry Month of April sponsored by Lady Member Marie B. O'Connor. 1st Agnes

Carey (CH/25) 25 pts, 2nd Angie Donoghue Foley, Lady Captain (CH/31) 24 pts, 3rd Elke Menz (CH/34) 23 pts (B6). Ladybirds 12 Hole stableford - 1st Christina

O’Sullivan (CH/32) 26 pts, 2nd Corinne Schnyder (CH/50) 22 pts (CB), 3rd Marie Gleeson (CH/40) 22 pts (CB). Well done ladies. Great scoring.

CHARITY WEEKEND: In Aid of St Mary's of the Angels, Heart Foundation & Alzheimers. 18 Hole Stableford sponsored by the Club. 1st Una Moroney (21) 35 pts, 2nd Agnes Carey (24) 33 pts (B9), 3rd Mary Conway (28) 33 pts. Thanks to all for supporting the Charity weekend. Well done to the winners.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND RESULTS: We played three competitions over the Bank Holiday Weekend with the following results. Friday Evening 36 Hole Series. First Nett: Daniel Kelly 85, Gross: Sean Kelly 92 and Second Nett: Mark

O’Shea 86. Sunday Draws. Fourball Betterball First Nett: Aidan O’Keeffe & Gearoid Cronin 37½, Gross: John McGrath & Sean O’Brien 49 and Second Nett: Daniel Kelly & Betty O’Brien 38½. Bank Holiday Monday Draws. Three Player Team, Two Scores Count Each Hole Nett: Sean O’Brien, Daniel Kelly & Dan Kiely 86 and Gross: Declan Kelly, Dave Spillane & John Murphy 100.

SCRATCH CUPS: Will take place on Saturday May 13th. Please ring Sean Kelly to book a tee-time on 086 0508686.

MUNSTER MATCHPLAY QUALIFIERS: Best Wishes to all club members heading to these on Sunday in Newmarket.

MUNSTER SCHOOLS EVENT: Best wishes to the seven teams from St Brendan’s College Killarney taking part in this event today (Friday) in Hillview in Clonmel.

NATIONAL MATCHPLAY QUALIFYING: Best wishes to those from the club heading to Listowel for this event next week.

BOB CASEY: Event begins in Deerpark on Tuesday May 16th. Further details next week.

Gneeveguilla AC

LOTTO: April 28. No winner. Numbers drawn were 12, 14, 20 & 27. Sellers prize winner Danny O’Sullivan. €50 Yearly Ticket Prize winner Robbie Cremin Ballaugh, Killarney, €50 to Aiden O’Sullivan Stagmount. €40 each to Noirin & Marie O’Keeffe Newmarkwet, Eileen Kelly Gullane & Mary Francis Fleming c/o Mgt Hayes. Bonus not won numbers drawn were 6, 8, 11 & 13. Next week’s jackpot €11,500 plus €1,000 bonus.

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club COMP: Our next competition is taking place on Sunday 7th May on Lough Lein - fishing for the Batty O’Brien Memorial Cup. Entries are open for members now and can be made to any club officer.

Spa Muckross Community Games

QUALIFIER: Our local Track and Field/ Athletics qualifier will be held on Tuesday evening, May 9th, 7pm at Killarney Valley Arena. All children living in the Spa Muckross area are invited to come and take part. There will be track events for U8, U10, U12, U14, U16 and tiny tots. Field events for U12, U14 And U16. Qualifiers from this event will go on and represent Spa Muckross at the County competition on June 24th and 25th. For information or queries contact Maureen on 087 2628766.

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club

REMINDER that our competition is on this Sunday on Lough Lein - fishing for the Batty O’Brien Memorial Cup. Also, as a member of the Killarney National Park Liaison Committee, we have been asked if we would have any members interested in volunteering to participate in Fire Spotting Patrols. This would involve being on a Rota for up to a three-hour period during High Fire Risk Periods, typically on a Friday and Saturday evening from 6-9pm during March to May. Teams of

two, training would be provided and as you can imagine the more people signing up, the more the workload would be spread out. If any member is interested in getting further details, please contact Club Secretary.

Kilcummin

KILCUMMIN COMMUNITY CARE: Kilcummin Community Care would like to thank everyone who attended their open day on Tuesday 25th April. An enjoyable day was had by all. Community Care meet every Tuesday from 11am to 1pm in the GAA. hall. Hot dinner provided, free transport available. Anybody interested please contact Mary Doyle on 086 1550803.

ROSARY AT THE GROTTOS: We are delighted to announce that Rosaries will be taking place at grottos all around the Island of Ireland for the month of May. All this much needed prayer will be to help Our Blessed Mother to intercede for this land. To see locations or to register your own one, visit www.coastalrosaryireland. ie.

KILCUMMIN COMMUNITY GAMES: Best wishes to all the competitors in the upcoming competitions. Anyone interested in Community games and would like to know more, please go to Kilcummin Community Games Facebook page where all upcoming events & activities will be posted. Please note you must reside in Kilcummin parish to participate.

BOG WALKS: Details of these walks which are rich in a variety of flora & fauna, are in the “Kilcummin Walks” brochures (free of charge) which are available at the Rural Development Office and the Post Office. Why not pick one up and it may inspire you to discover this beautiful amenity which is enjoyed by many already. Please be mindful of keeping this a clean, safe and friendly place to enjoy by bringing your rubbish home, keeping your dog(s) on a lead when you come in contact with fellow walkers or wildlife and respecting the local landowners’ property.

BRIDGE: Maureen Lyne (left, President of Euro Bridge Club) with the winners of her president's prize, Maura McCarthy and Imelda Healy.