Killarney Advertiser WK23 2023

Plans for lethal Kilcummin junction go to public consultation

Plans to make Finnegan’s Cross near Kilcummin junction safer have gone on public view and motorists and interested parties have been invited to give their opinions on the plans.

The notorious accident blackspot has witnessed several serious crashes – including fatal accidents – in recent years. Local councillors, particularly Marie Moloney and Brendan Cronin, have been calling for years to have the junction upgraded.

However, every time a solution seemed to be on the horizon, the project was

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meet with delays and funding issues. Plans to upgrade the junction, including changing sight lines and staggering the junction are now gone on public display at Killarney Town Hall.

It is the most decisive move so far that something might, at long last, be done to make the junctions of the L3009 and L2033 local roads more safer.

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CRASH: The scene of the most recent serious accident at Finnegan's Cross.

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Killeen House Hotel changes hands

The Killeen House Hotel, an award-winning 23-bedroom hotel in Aghadoe, Killarney, has announced its sale to Killarney businessman Patrick Eviston, who owns and operates the Eviston House Hotel and Brook Lodge Hotel in Killarney town centre.

The hotel’s owners Michael and Geraldine Rosney are retiring after more than three decades of ownership. The new management started on Thursday this

week and all existing and future bookings and vouchers will be honoured under the new ownership.

The Killeen House Hotel and Rozzers Restaurant has been owned and operated by Geraldine and Michael Rosney since 1992.

The hotel, a former rectory for the nearby historical church, was built in 1838. It has 23 bedrooms and is set on an acre of manicured gardens less than a 10-minute drive from the centre of Killarney. Since opening, the hotel has won many national and international awards for its charm and unique guest experience.

“We would like to thank all the guests who came to visit us time and time again since we opened our doors in 1992, our

ambition was always to ensure that everyone who set foot on the premises was treated to the best of Irish hospitality. We would also like to express our gratitude to all those wonderful people who have worked with us over the course of the last 30 years and have helped to make so many special memories for everyone sending guests home happy with memories that will last a lifetime,” Geraldine and Michael Rosney said.

“We would also like to thank the wonderful local Killarney community for their support over the years and our excellent local suppliers and industry partners who have always supported us and our vision to make

the Killeen House a uniquely charming hotel.”

The hotel’s restaurant, Rozzers is regarded as one of Ireland’s best restaurant experiences. Rozzers Restaurant at the Killeen House Hotel has been in Ireland’s Top 10 fine dining restaurants on TripAdvisor for a number of years. Under Head Chef Paul O’Gorman, it was named Ireland’s number one fine dining restaurant in 2019, 2021 and 2022. O’Gorman, who has been with the hotel for 27 years, will remain in his role and is looking forward to the future under new ownership.

Lions Club Spectacles Campaign Unites Schools and Opticians to Transform Lives in Africa

Killarney Lions Club has launched its inaugural ‘Spectacles Campaign’ to collect used eyeglasses which will be recycled and provided to individuals in Africa who need them.

All primary schools and opticians in the Killarney area have signed up to the initiative, which kicks off on June 12. Adult glasses, children’s glasses, sunglasses and prescription reading glasses can all be donated.

Students will be asked to bring used eyeglasses from home to school during the week of June12, while Kennelly’s Pharmacy and Opticians, Urban Optics, Specsavers and The Optical Suite

will help extend the campaign beyond schools by serving as ongoing collection points for donations from anyone in the wider community.

“We are thrilled to launch our first-ever ‘Spectacles Campaign’ in collaboration with the national schools of Killarney and our local opticians,” said Denis Doolan, President of Killarney Lions Club.

“Through this initiative, we are asking everyone collect any glasses that they are finished with and donate them either through the primary schools or at the opticians. In doing so, they can help transform lives and contribute to a brighter future for those who lack access to proper eye care in Africa.”

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Retirements at St. Brendan’s College

Geraldine Cunningham, following many years in the UK, was a valued member of the administration staff for the past nine years, joining the staff at the school in 2014 and contributing greatly to the organisation of Transition Year. Michael Leahy began his career as a teacher of Accounting and Business Studies at St. Brendan’s in 1983. Over a 40-year period he has contribut-

ed hugely to the culture and education on offer at the school. Whether in his role as the head of the business department, a selector with the senior footballers, as an advocate for students in his role as year head or ensuring the visual heritage on the walls of the school through his curation of the College archive, Mike has been 110% invested in St. Brendan’s College.

End of an era as Cathleen Collins’ retires from Ross Café

This week marked Cathleen Collins’ retirement from the Ross Café.

The café is operated by Kerry Mental Health Association at the former Ross Products factory on the Lewis Road. The café first opened in 2016 and since then Cathleen has been the driving force in its expansion to cater for the growing number of customers at the Ross Café

who enjoy the opportunity to take some time out and relax in good company. The Chairman of Kerry Mental Health Association, Pat O’Brien, thanked Cathleen for her years of dedication to the organisation and more importantly to the customers. In presenting her with a gift on behalf of the Board and Staff, Pat wished Cathleen a long and happy retirement.

Two staff members retired from St. Brendan’s College last week.

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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.

Each day during Intercultural Week the pupils enjoyed learning new languages, forming new friendship, taking part in activities about their heritage and dressing in traditional dress.

In its 10th year, the highlight of the week was cuisine from around the world where the children and staff sampled traditional dishes from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Albania, Italy, Croatia, Ukraine, Finland, Italy, America, Vietnam to name but a few.

The parents of the children made great effort to prepare food for the entire school to sample and the school put on a show of their very own Eurovision to entertain the many families that attended which included the Ukrainian National anthem and also the winning song 'Stefania'.

What was your favourite part of Culture week at The Mon?

Callum: "I was born in UK and arrived in Ireland when I was 7. Cultural week is one of my favourite weeks during the school year. I wore my English rugby jersey and I really enjoyed the Irish and African Drumming work shop with Sammie from Uganda and Tim O'Shea from Kilcummin".

Ben: "It is such a fun week. The highlight is the food. There was so much choice."

Milosz: "My Mum made homemade pierogies which are small half-moon dumplings full of many different fillings so it was great to see my friends enjoying a taste of Poland.”

Regwan: “Everyone did a show and tell of their native countries so my brother Ridwan and I had the opportunity to dress in our native clothing which made a change from wearing our uniforms. We also expressed our culture through self-portrait art work.

Marc: "It is my favourite week of the year"

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Well-known and much loved photographer Marie Carroll-O’Sullivan chats to locals about their news, views and accomplishments in her monthly column ‘Marie

Culture week at The Mon celebrates diversity

What does Culture week achieve at the Mon Mrs Brosnan?

"This is our 10th year of culture week here at The Mon. I can't emphasise the importance and the unity it brings to our school, not just amongst the students but involving the parents who put a huge

amount of effort in preparing dishes from over 40 different countries. It celebrates and gives understanding and respect to every student and educates us all on the cultures around the world. It brings a positive atmosphere and excitement buzzes throughout the school.

“We celebrate our differences but we also celebrate our similarities.

“The education of acceptance and the development of empathy and diversity from a young age is hugely important for the community and the world for the future of our children.”

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Principal Mary Brosnan and her students (back row, left to right), Ben Casey, Regwan Jahangir, Niranjan Menon and Milosz Piasecki (front row, left to right) Callum O’Connor, Ridwan Jahangir & Mark Cremin

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An artist and a chieftain laid to rest

One of the last direct descendants of the O’Donoghue Mór of Ross Castle was laid to rest this week.

Tighe O’Donoghue Ross passed away at his Glenflesk home on May 30. The native New Yorker was an esteemed artist and his work his prominent in many areas around Killarney and Kerry.

When he moved ‘home’ to Glenflesk in 1986he was able to establish, through DNA, that he was a direct descendent of the one-time rulers of the Lough Lein region.

As an artist he made a lasting impression on the region.

One of his most famous works is the ‘An Capall Mór’ sculpture on the County Bounds roads between Glenflesk and Ballyvourney.

The 81-year old also created the famous ‘Dawn and Dusk’ stain-glass windows in St Mary’s Cathedral and the statue of Saint Brendan that overlooks Tralee bay from the head of Fenit Pier.

He is survived by his wife Elizabeth; son and heir to the chieftainship, Eoghan, his wife Deirdre and their sons Tiernan, Lorcan and Darragh; daughter Siobhán, her husband Bernard and their children Alanna and Hugo; daughter D’Ana, her husband John and their sons Sean and Donal; his sister Nancy, niece Melissa and her husband Chris and children Riley and Ryan.

His Requiem Mass took place on Wednesday morning this week.

BikeFest helped create the perfect weekend

In terms of the perfect weekend, the June bank holiday festivities in Killarney certainly exceeded all expectations.

There was a real celebratory atmosphere in the town and, as always, the Ireland BikeFest was central to it all

It attracted a huge attendance and so many locals joined the thousands of visitors that flocked to the BikeFest village at the Gleneagle Hotel to join in the fun and enjoy the wonderful free entertainment.

It was a boom weekend for the town with hotels, guesthouses, retail stores, restaurants, public houses and many other businesses reporting a brisk trade and it was wonderful to see.

Bridget O’Keeffe, Senior Executive, Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, thanked and congratulated everybody involved in the BikeFest and all those who made it a weekend to remember in the town.

“The sunshine merely added to the occasion and it was great to see so many smiles on faces everywhere,” she said.

“It just goes to prove that when it comes to creating a wonderful welcome and putting on a great show, nobody does it better than Killarney.”

For more on BikeFest including loads of photos turn to page 24.

Kerry International Film Festival presents Youth Filmmakers Showcase in Killarney

Kerry International Film Festival (KIFF) will collaborate with SONAR, a Killarney-based youth film group, and ELF (Emerging Limerick Filmmakers) to present a selection of their award-winning films at Killarney House, in celebration of Cruinniú na Nóg on Saturday June 10 from 2-5pm. This special event will provide a platform for young filmmakers to showcase their creative talents and engage with the local community.

The free screenings will be followed by an engaging Questions and Answers session, moderated by Kerry Filmmaker in Residence, Mieke Vanmechelen, and Pete Moles, Director of ELF. The film showcase will take place at the prestigious Killarney House, located in the heart of Killarney.

The event will feature a carefully curated selection of captivating films produced by SONAR and ELF, highlighting the innovation and dedication of these emerging filmmakers.

SONAR, known for their exceptional work in the Killarney area, has consistently nurtured the talent and creativity of young filmmakers. Their films, infused with fresh perspectives and unique storytelling, have gar-

nered recognition and praise in local and national film circles.

The collaboration with ELF, a dynamic filmmaking collective based in Limerick, further enhances the event’s diverse and vibrant program.

Manager of KIFF, Marie Linehan, said: “We are thrilled to collaborate with SONAR and ELF to showcase the exceptional talent of these young filmmakers. At KIFF, we believe in empowering emerging voices in the industry, and this event perfectly aligns with our mission. We are grateful for the opportunity to support and celebrate the achievements of these talented individuals.”

Friendship Week at Scoil Bhride Loreto

The pupils and staff of Scoil Bhride Loreto in Muckross celebrated Friendship Week in recent days.

Friendship Week is where the children recap on what they have learned this year about the characteristics and traits of what a good friend is and putting these into action.

104 Coolick School pupils climb Torc Mountain

“There were different activities each day for the children to participate in, including cooperation games, novelty races, art, music, dance and of course the popular Teddy Bears picnic,” said Principal Padraig O Sullivan.

“Of course we were very lucky with the weather and a mighty week was had by all in Scoil Bhride Loreto.”

Pupils from Coolick National School enjoyed a school tour with a difference this week.

Pupils from Junior Infants to Sixth Class – all 104 of them - climbed Torc Mountain.

“They were thrilled to reach the top and enjoy the great views. The older

pupils helped lead the younger pupils on the day. We had plenty of stops for picnics along the way,” said Principa, Gearóid O Sullivan

“As a school we love to do as many outdoor activities as possible and our trip up Torc Mountain was part of our Active Schools Week.”

Amber O’Connor and Aria Zamorano enjoying jersey day and not letting their club loyalties get in the way during Friendship Week at Scoil Bhride Loreto

Spotted an otter lately?

Users of Killarney National Park are being asked to keep an eye out for otters – one of the country’s rarest mammals.

The National Parks and Wildlife Service IS launching a new National Otter Survey and has teamed up with researchers in Queen’s University Belfast and the National Biodiversity Data Centre to collect and collate otter records from right across the country.

The new survey will map otters and compare results to the last survey, carried out in 2010-11.

NPWS teams will be looking for characteristic signs of otters at over 900 sites throughout the country, including rivers, lakes and the coast.

Members of the public are asked to keep their eyes peeled for otters and

to get involved in this national survey by adding their sightings to the survey results.

Otters are mostly active at night and most typically seen at dawn or dusk. They may be spotted from bridges swimming in rivers or along the rocky seashore.

Otters are brown, about 80 cm (30 inches) long and can be seen gliding along the water surface before diving to show their distinctive long pointed tail which is almost as long again as their body.

Dr Ferdia Marnell, Mammal Specialist with the NPWS, said: “The otter is one of Ireland’s most elusive ani-

mals so getting as many people involved in the survey as possible will be important if we are to get good coverage. Otters are rarely seen, so instead, over the coming months, NPWS staff will be searching for otter tracks and signs.”

Dr Ferdia Marnell, Mammal Specialist with the NPWS, said: “Otters have large, webbed feet and leave distinctive footprints, but these can be hard to find. Fortunately, otters mark their territory using droppings known as spraints. Otters deposit spraints conspicuously on boulders along riverbanks, logs on lake shores or the rocky high tide line. Spraints can be up to 10 cm or 3 inches long, black through to white but commonly brown, tarry to powdery in consistency and straight or curved making them tricky to identify. Luckily, they commonly con-

tain fish bones and crayfish shells which are the otters favoured diet making them easy to tell apart from the droppings of birds and other mammals.”

The otter and its habitat are protected under the EU Habitats Directive which requires that Ireland reports on the status of the species every six years. The next report is due in 2025.

The otter suffered significant declines across much of continental Europe during the 1970s, ‘80s and ‘90s but remained widespread in Ireland. The most recent Irish survey (2010-2011) found signs of otter from all counties of Ireland and from sea-shore to mountain streams.

The otter hunts in water, but spends much of its time on land, and as a result is vulnerable to river corridor management such as culverting, dredging and the clearance of bankside vegetation, as well as pollution, pesticides, oil spillages, coastal developments and road traffic.

The National Parks and Wildlife Services is surveying otters and is seeking the public's help. Photo: Ronald Surgenor

Art exhibition and kids' shows at Killarney Library

Killarney Library is hosting an exhibition by locally-based artist Martyn Bell until June 30.

Bell became an artist in 1970s following a building accident, and in the time since gone, he’s put together an extensive body of work.

The artist fell in love with watercolour work, but his daughter convinced him to work with wool and felting.

He moved to Ireland with his wife, Doris, in 1995 and worked with the acclaimed Pauline Bewick as her studio assistant, hanging her exhibitions from Cavan in the north to Kinsale in the south, including permanent one at Killorglin County Council and Library offices and SouthEast Technological University Waterford.

Aside from his Killarney work, he has also held one-man shows throughout Ireland and in the UK. His work has been acquired by people all over the globe. Doris was one of the children who came to Ireland from Germany as part of Operation Shamrock. Operation Shamrock was a scheme bringing refugee children from mainland Europe to Ireland in the aftermath of the Second World War. It was organised by the Irish Red Cross, and involved about 500 children, mostly from Germany, who stayed for three years before returning home. When back in Germany after three years in Ireland, she tried to return but ended up in England as step towards that goal. Whilst there she met and married Martyn and they had seven children. Doris only got back to Ireland when they had

all left home. This exhibition demonstrates Martyn’s innovative approach to art.

Meanwhile the library is hosting an interactive workshop for kids this Saturday morning (June 10).

The workshop takes place from 11 am-12 pm at Killarney Library. And is suitable for 4–7-year-olds.

“Join author Emma-Jane Leeson for this fun, interactive workshop involving reading Johnny Magory adventure books, Irish dancing and music, followed by an educational discussion on Irish wildlife and heritage,” said library manager Eamon Browne. Prior booking is required for the kids event by emailing killarney@kerrylibrary.ie or telephone 064 6632655.

Emma-Jane Leeson is the author of the Johnny Magory series of children’s adventure books

Kilcummin GAA launch sports memorabilia auction

Killarney student helps to put music to hurling

A Killarney third-level student is part of a team awarded project funding under the new ‘N-TUTORR—Transforming Learning’ initiative for Ireland’s Technological Universities sector.

Esel Acun from Killarney is part of a team of students and staff from Munster Technological University (MTU) to be awarded funding for a project titled ‘The Hurling Cú | An Cú Iomána (a universally designed performance of the skills of hurling set to Celtic music.)’

The project will see the team develop digital assets to celebrate the “Intangible Cultural Heritage” status awarded by UNESCO to hurling in 2018. According to the team, the project is based on a request made by the GAA to the UNESCO Chair at MTU to collaborate on inclusive hurling through movement and digital technology.

Featuring nods to both Cú Chulainn and warrior-queen Medbh the project aligns with an equality, diversity and inclusion theme.

The solution combines team assessment software and team development theories to improve team collaboration and increase motivation, ultimately leading to better team performance.

The N-TUTORR ‘Students as Partners in Innovation and Change’ funding grants have been awarded to 131 projects across the seven institutions that make up Ireland’s Technological Universities sector, including MTU.

A total of more than €650,000 is being awarded under the programme, with each project receiving up to €5,000 in funding.

The announcement of the funded projects took place at an event in the Spencer Hotel, Dublin, on May 23.

The auction, set to conclude on June 24, presents an incredible opportunity for sports enthusiasts and collectors alike to bid on an impressive array of items.

ITEMS UP FOR BIDDING:

Framed Silks of Luke McMahon: This extraordinary piece features framed silks of Luke McMahon, the talented jockey, adorned with the signatures of Gold Cup Winning Trainer Willie Mullins, Gold Cup Winning Jockeys Paul Townend and Rachel Blackmore, as well as the renowned Irish Amateur Rider Patrick Mullins.

Framed Kerry Jersey: Up for grabs is a framed Kerry jersey signed by the remarkable All-Ireland Winning brothers, David and Paudie Clifford. As stars of the Gaelic football world, their signatures on this cherished jersey symbolize their dedication, skill, and triumphs on the field.

Framed Galway Jersey: The auction also features a framed Galway jersey, signed by the legendary Joe Canning. A true icon of hurling, Canning’s autograph on this item commemorates his All-Ireland victories and his outstanding contri-

bution to the sport. This remarkable keepsake will undoubtedly be a prized possession for Galway hurling fans.

Framed Munster Jersey: Rugby enthusiasts will be thrilled by the opportunity to bid on a framed Munster jersey signed by none other than Simon Zebo and members of the 2023 Munster rugby team. Zebo’s electrifying performances and the team’s camaraderie have endeared them to fans worldwide. All items will be awarded to the highest bidders at the conclusion of the auction. To participate in this exciting event, visit the auction website at https://www.32auctions.com/kilcummingaafundraiser.

Please note that bidders are required to create an account before placing their bids.

By participating in this sports memorabilia auction, not only will you have the opportunity to acquire extraordinary items, but you will also contribute to the vital fundraising efforts supporting the Kilcummin senior team. Join them in celebrating the world of sports.

Kilcummin GAA has announced the commencement of a sports memorabilia auction, which aims to raise funds for the running of its senior team.

Heather O’Mahony from Tralee and Esel Acun from Killarney are part of a team of students and staff from Munster Technological University who are putting Celtic music to hurling

June is an important month in the wildlife calendar as the next generation of wild deer are born - new-born fawns do not follow their mother for the first two weeks after birth. Instead the fawns/calves are covered to protect them from predators, while its mother is away feeding. She is often nearby, so best practice is to leave them alone.

Photo shows a Sika Hind with her fawn. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

Here is the perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely lunch, afternoon bite or relaxed drink with friends, whilst soaking up the magic of Summer in Killarney.

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Two Mile school represented at national multi-denominational conference

Catherine Barry, the Principal of Two Mile National School just outside Killarney was one of the delegates at a special conference recently that discussed multi-denominational education in Ireland.

Delegates at the first in-person conference of Community National School

Principals in Ireland held last week heard new research which shows that most Irish adults (61%) show a preference for multi-denominational education, with only 9% showing a preference for a religious body to provide education.

The research, carried out with a representative sample of 1,011 adults in Ireland by Opinions, also shows that the CNS model, provided by Ireland’s Education and Training Boards (ETBs), including Kerry ETB, is associated with key aspects that influence parents of primary school going children when deciding where to send them to school.

These include being co-educational, multi-denominational, having an inclusive ethos in admissions and providing for children with special needs.

Ann O’Dwyer, Director of Schools in Kerry ETB, said: “We in Kerry ETB are delighted to meet with Community National School principals from our own and other ETBs at this conference. This

professional learning opportunity is just one example of the many supports ETBs offer schools under their patronage. In Kerry ETB we currently have three Community National Schools. We are proud to have supported all three of these schools through a transfer of patronage process. We look forward to seeing this number increase through the Schools Reconfiguration for Diversity Process over the coming years.” Delegates heard from Principals that a multi-denominational, equality-based ethos as well as a multi-belief and values curriculum, instead of a faith formation curriculum in one religion, were key in attracting new and existing primary schools to become Community National Schools.

ETBI Director of Schools Dr Seamus Conboy added: “The research by Opinions clearly shows the attractiveness of the Community National School offering to both a general sample of Irish adults and to those specifically with children of primary school going age. Indeed, my own

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research suggests that the CNS ethos enables teachers and school leaders to respond appropriately to diversity within the school community.”

Conference delegates also heard from

academics and education specialists including keynote speaker, Professor Patricia Mannix-McNamara, Head of the School of Education and Training Boards Ireland.

Kilgobnet National School Family Fun Run and Cake Sale

Kilgobnet National School is holding its annual Family Fun Run/ Walk on June 18, at 1pm (run starts 1.30pm), in aid of a brand new community playground at the school.

The event, which is organised by the school’s Parents Association, involves a circular 5km route, starting at the school. Everyone, from the school community and beyond, is welcome to come along on the day and join in.

Participants can expect some messy fun at the various stations along the route to add to the excitement! There’s no fee to enter, but donations will be gratefully received on the day. There will also be

refreshments back at the school, including a cake sale and music by DJ Donal. Maura O’ Connor, Principal at the school, said: “We were delighted to be informed last year that we were successful in our application to CLÁR for a playground on the grounds of the school, serving its pupils and the local community. We wish to thank sincerely all those who have supported our fundraising efforts so far. We have been overwhelmed by the generosity of our community and beyond, and as a result of this we are close to reaching the target amount needed to complete this exciting project. We’re all looking forward to a great day on Sunday, June 18.”

Catherine Barry (Principal, Two Mile CNS, Kerry ETB) and Con Moynihan (Kerry ETB) pictured at the ETBI Community National School Principals' Conference

Some of the participants enjoying last year’s Kilgobnet 5k run

Tony Darmody, left, receives the O'Shea Award from Jerry Fitzgerald, incoming Chairman of Listry Community Council at the council's AGM Listry Community Council honoured Local resident Tony Darmody with the presentation of the O’Shea Award at its recent Annual General Meeting. The O’Shea Award is presented annually to an Individual or group who contribute to or bring honour to local community.

Jerry Fitzgerald, incoming Chairman of Listry Community Council performed his first official duty when he presented the O’Shea Award to outgoing Chairman, Tony Darmody at the Listry Community Council AGM recently.

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

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Over 40,000 people enjoy BikeFest

Cruising, chrome and cracking good weather, Ireland BikeFest was the place to be across the June Bank Holiday weekend.

In excess of 40,000 visitors passed through the purpose-built Bike Village at The Gleneagle Hotel over the June bank holiday weekend to partake in the festival activities, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the free entertainment with visitors travelling from as far afield as South Africa and the US as well as from right across the UK and mainland Europe.

“We are delighted to report that Ireland BikeFest 2023 was a resounding success,” said Shane O’Driscoll, Festival Director of Ireland BikeFest. “It contributed to a bumper weekend for the whole of Kerry and further afield.”

“A special thank you to all of the organisations, sponsors, suppliers, food vendors and volunteers for their support and hard work in custom-building the only festival of its kind in Ireland. It certainly takes a lot of people to fuel a gathering like this, so a special thank you to Harley-Davidson® UK & Ireland, Fáilte Ireland, Kerry County Council, Waterford Harley-Davidson®, Dublin Harley-Davidson®, Celtic Thunder Chapter Ireland, Gaelic Chapter Ireland, Belfast Chapter Northern Ireland, Ladies of Harley, An Garda Síochána Killarney, Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce and all Killarney’s local businesses.”

Save the date for the 16th anniversary Ireland BikeFest 2024 scheduled for next year’s June bank holiday weekend May 31 to June 2.

Dorett Fuellgraf, Hanna Fuellgraf and Timmy O’Leary, at Ireland BikeFest

Tom Coffey, left Evan Coffey and Eric Bruston

Frank Slattery, left, Miah O'Shea and Padraig O'Donoghue, at Ireland BikeFest, the country’s largest, free motorcycle festival.

Katie Burke, left and Katie Crowley, Castleisland enjoying BikeFest.

Pretty in pink...Hannah McCarthy, Killarney, All Photos by: Valerie O'Sullivan

Teresa Dollery,left, Brian Magee, Donl Dollery, Fiona Carroll and Eileen Magee

Tom Foley, in prime position watching all the motorbikes at Ireland BikeFest, the country’s largest, free motorcycle festival.

Hair raising...children enjoying the funfair, at Ireland BikeFest

Dan O'Riordon, left and Ken Gleeson, at Ireland BikeFest

Beau Elder, at Ireland BikeFest, the country’s largest, free motorcycle festival.

Chloe Cullinan, left, Meabh O'Sullivan-D'arcy and Leah Clarke, Killarney

Killarney House Junior Parkrun celebrates one year of success

Killarney House junior Parkrun celebrated its first anniversary in style recently.

The event, held at 9:30 am every Sunday morning at Killarney House gardens, has brought together over 350 runners in its inaugural year, thanks to the amazing support of almost 100 dedicated local volunteers.

In the past year, Killarney House junior Parkrun has played a pivotal role in promoting a healthy and active lifestyle among the youth of the area. With 50 parkrun events successfully organised, it has become a fixture in the local community calendar.

To mark this special milestone, the anniversary event saw an impressive turnout of 73 runners, including both familiar faces and newcomers.

The morning’s run proved to be a resounding success, with 18 participants achieving personal best times.

The sense of accomplishment and camaraderie among the runners, spectators and volunteers further highlighted the positive impact that Killarney House junior parkrun has had on fostering a

supportive and inclusive environment for young athletes.

Following the fun run, participants and their families congregated at the renowned Deenagh Lodge tearooms to continue the celebrations. The tearooms provided a picturesque setting where children and adults could relish in the post-run festivities.

The anniversary celebration included an amazing cake, generously sponsored by Dalys Supervalu, a local supermarket known for its commitment to community initiatives.

“We are immensely proud of what Killarney House Junior parkrun has accomplished in its first year,” said one of the event directors. “It’s been incredible to witness the growth of the event and witness the positive impact it has had on the lives of our young runners. None of this would have been possible without the incredible support from our local volunteers and sponsors.”

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Tee off for President’s day at Golf club

Killarney Golf and Fishing Club’s President Paul Murphy's held his annual Prize over the June Bank Holiday weekend.

1st Eimear O'Sullivan 94 - 32 = 62, 2nd Eimear O'Donnell 73 - 08 = 65,

3rd Carmel O'Brien 92 - 26 = 66,

4th Sinead Lynch 85 - 19 = 66,

5th Mary Chute 90 - 23 = 67,

6th Nicola O'Mahony 93 - 25 = 68,

7th Mary Lyons 98 - 30 = 68,

8th Tina O'Sullivan 85 - 17 = 68,

9th Roisin Kivlehan 106 - 38 = 68,

10th Margaret Moloney 99 - 30 = 69.

Best Gross – Mairead Martin 71.

Front 9 -Betty O’Farrell. Back 9 – Amy Arthur.

Winner Cian O’Connor 6up (15),

2nd Ryan McCarthy 4up (6),

3rd Ted Broderick 4up (14),

4th John Herlihy 3up (7),

5th John O’Callaghan 3up (26),

6th Alan McDermott 3up (7),

7th Jack O’Sullivan 3up (23),

8th Brian O’Keefe 2up (21).

Best Gross Stephen O’Neill 72 (+2).

Category 1 Sean Moynihan 2up (7).

Category 2 Brian Holden 2up (11).

Category 3 Mike McAuliffe 2up (15).

Category 4 Donal O’Reilly 2up (21).

President Killarney Golf Club Paul Murphy presenting his President’s Prize to the Ladies Club winner Eimear O’Donnell with (front from left) Mairead Martin Best Gross, Eimear O’Sullivan 2nd, Kathleen Brosnan Lady Captain (back from left) Louise Langan Past President’s prize, Carmel O’Brien 3rd, Sinead Lynch 4th, Mary Chute 5th, Nicola O’Mahony 6th, Mary Lyons 7th, Tina O’Sullivan 8th, Roisin Kivlehan 9th and Margaret Moloney 10th at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Killarney on Sunday. Photo

President Killarney Golf Club Paul Murphy presenting his President’s Prize to the Men’s Club winner Cian O’Connor with (front from left) Ryan McCarthy 2nd, Ted Broderick 3rd (back from left) John Herlihy 4th, John O’Callaghan 5th, Brian O’Keeffe 8th, Stephen O’Neill Best Gross, Sean Moynihan Cat 1 winner, Brian Holden Cat 2 winner, Michael McAuliffe Cat 3 winner, Donal O’Reilly Cat 4 winner and Captain Colm O’Shea at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Killarney on Sunday.

Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin

by Michelle Cooper Galvin

President Killarney Golf Club Paul Murphy presenting his President’s Prize to the Junior Boys winner Fiónan O’Sullivan with Prizewinners (front left) Adam Murphy, Sean O’Carroll (back from left) Brian O’Leary, Brian McCarthy, James O’Meara and Captain Colm O’Shea at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Killarney on Sunday. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin

President Killarney Golf Club Paul Murphy presenting the Loughguittane Cup to Eimear O’Sullivan 2nd in his President’s Prize with (left) Marguerita Mulcahy former President presenting the President’s Cup to the Ladies Club winner Eimear O’Donnell at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Killarney on Sunday. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin

President Killarney Golf Club Paul Murphy presenting his President’s Prize to the Junior Girls winner Emma Vinarcik at Killarney Golf and Fishing Club, Killarney on Sunday. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin

18th June

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MACademy students sell-out Matilda Show

Killarney was singing all things ‘Revolting’ after The MACademy’s sell out performance of ‘Revolting Kids The Musical’ which took to the stage in The INEC last week.

In their second year running the students of The MACadmey worked tirelessly to create a musical masterpiece on one of Irelands greatest stages. Based on the Roald Dahl book ‘Matilda’ it featured songs and dramatic excerpts such as ‘Naughty’ and the unforgettable ’Revolting Children’.

The show was put together by the schools director Lily MacMonagle, along with endless work from Choreographers Eabha Healy and Linda Fitzgerald, Vocal Coach Makaela Crowley and Drama Assistant Rachel Griffin. Superb performances were made by all the students, but a special mention has to be given to Ms Trunchbull played by Tommy O’Connor Rathmore, Ms Honey played by Elisha Rose Gabriel and The

Wormwood family played by Amelie Hussey, Leo Riordan and Dave Mc Carthy and the four ‘Matilda’ characters who grew up through the show were perfectly portrayed by four different students, Fiadh Hayes, Abbie Quill, Clíona Kelly and Kara Keane. Roles were also shared between other cast members allowing more chances to be given to students on stage.

There were some outstanding vocalists throughout the whole show, with a mention to Frankie Tracey, Lucy Moran and Evie Spillane. All the students performed in the show, from the MACTots (aged 4-6) right through to the MAC Seniors (aged 16) and it was a chorus that wouldn’t have been out of place in the West End.

The MACademy would like to thank the students of St Brigid’s and St Oliver’s who created a fantastic visual on stage with all of their artwork and to all of the volunteers who helped make the show a success.

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Tesco to reduce prices away Home

This week Tesco Ireland has announced that more than 700 products will see prices reduced as part of a new pricecut campaign.

The retailer said that customers can expect to make savings on a "widerange of Tesco own-brand products and brands bought week-in, week-out" with an average decrease of 10%.

Finance Minister Michael McGrath has hailed the move as a "turning point." It comes as figures released last month show the cost of food rose 13.1% in the year to April 2023. Food inflation was almost double that of the general rise in the Consumer Price Index in the past year of 7.2% according to the Central

Statistics Office (CSO).

Speaking after the announcement, Minister McGrath said, "These reductions are very good news for consumers, and I think will be warmly welcomed. Every-

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State to pay €1.5m to EU amid lack of beds for asylum seekers

The State will pay €1.5 million to a European relocation system because Ireland does not have the space to accommodate an additional 350 international protection applicants.

The State previously agreed to accept an extra 350 international protection applicants as part the solitary agreement, which sees international protection applicants relocated in EU member states but instead a €1.5 million financial contribution which will be made to meet the State’s commitments under an asylum seeker relocation system.

The two Ministers will tell the Cabinet that due to the large unforeseen increase in the number of people fleeing Ukraine and international protection applicants, the State’s capacity to provide accommodation is under “severe pressure”.

Ireland is currently providing accommodation for over 86,000 people which includes over 65,000 from Ukraine and the remainder made up of international protection applicants.

Annual inflation rate slows to 6.6% in May

The annual rate of inflation slowed to 6.6% in May, compared to 7.2% the previous month, new figures from the Central Statistics Office show this week. The rate of goods inflation has slowed to 2.9% while the price of services has risen to 9.5%.

The pace of inflation across the economy has gradually slowed but prices are still going up. Prices rose by 0.3% in May, bringing the annual rate to 6.6%, the CSO said today.

Core inflation, which strips out energy and food, was higher than the headline rate for the first time recording an annual rate of 6.8%.

Pope Francis' operation on hernia completed 'without complications'

Pope Francis underwent an operation this week on a painful abdominal hernia, which was completed without complications within three hours.

However, it revived concerns over the 86-year-old’s increasingly fragile health. The pope was suffering from a hernia that was “causing recurrent, painful and worsening” symptoms, Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni said.

Francis always retains all his powers as pontiff even while unconscious.

A cool iPhone feature that can help you sleep

'It's beautiful' -Ryan Tubridy on his U2 gifted Vespa

Ryan Tubridy has offered an update on the fate of his brand new Vespa, which was gifted to him by Bono and the rest of U2.

Speaking on his RTE Radio One show this week, the former Late Late Show host revealed he'd be picking up the iconic bike very soon.

'Quick update on the vespa, it's coming!,'

Ryan told fans, 'The U2 vespa is due to land in my front garden on Thursday and I'm very excited.'

Now a common theme for departing hosts of the ‘Late Late’, U2 made sure to mark Ryan's last night with a special gift.

Gay Byrne got a Harley Davison and Pat Kenny got a Hudson guitar, and now Ryan was gifted his very own red Vespa.

Scientists find ‘lost world’ in billion-year-old Australian rock

Scientists have discovered a “lost world” of ancient organisms in billion-year-old rocks from northern Australia that they say could change the world’s understanding of humans’ earliest ancestors. The microscopic creatures, known as Protosterol Biota, are part of a family of organisms called eukaryotes and lived in Earth’s waterways about 1.6 billion years ago, according to the researchers.

Modern forms of eukaryotes include

fungi, plants, animals and single-celled organisms such as amoebae.

Scientist Jochen Brocks, who made the discovery, said the Protosterol Biota were more complex than bacteria and presumably larger, although it is unknown what they looked like.

“We believe they may have been the first predators on Earth, hunting and devouring bacteria,” the professor said in a statement.

iPhones have a selection of snooze-friendly sounds - perfect for listening to when you first hop into bed. Users can choose from: Balanced noise, Bright noise, Dark noise, Ocean, Rain and Stream.

Research shows these certain types of sounds can help people fall asleep faster - and remain in a deep slumber. One study found 80 per cent of new-

born babies dozed off within five minutes when listening to white noise - sound that contains all frequencies across the spectrum of audible sound in equal measure.

This compared to only 25 per cent in silence.

Another report discovered adults fell asleep 38 per cent quicker when exposed to white noise.

Niall Horan has said he was "afraid" to go out after being "chased" by fans while touring with One Direction.

"We'd go to countries and never see a second of it - it was hotel, venue, plane, same again," the Irish singer-songwriter said.

"We couldn't get out the door. If you went out in the car, you'd be seen and chased.

"I understand why it was going on, but it gave me a thing where, when I came back to London, I would be afraid to go out. There was a period where I actually couldn't."

The boy band was put on indefinite hiatus six years after it formed in 2010 and became one of the biggest pop groups in the world, with five albums and four world tours.

Horan, who has launched a solo career with hit songs Slow Hands and Heaven, said he is "excited" and "nervous" to be releasing his third album The Show.

Niall Horan 'afraid' to go out after being 'chased' by One Direction fans

Fassbender’s Le Mans diary

The greatest long distance motor race in the world takes place in France this weekend.

Fossa’s Hollywood A-lister Michael Fassbender is contesting the legendary 24 Hour of Le Mans for the second time.

The storied circuit south of the city with its 150,000 inhabitants consists mainly of public roads. Normally, hundreds of trucks and cars drive over the legendary Mulsanne Straight every day on their way from Le Mans to Tours.

The fast Porsche curves are both famous and notorious: high speeds and narrow

run-off zones pose special challenges and ensure spectacular race action. The French long-distance classic is regarded as critical for the world championship season:

The World Endurance Championship awards double points for placings at Le Mans – for example, the winner gets 50 instead of 25 world championship points.

Ahead of a very busy weekend Fass-

Art exhibition to open in Kenmare next week

Kenmare Butter Market art centre in Kenmare is hosting a monthlong exhibition featuring the work of artist Mary Duffy.

The title of this exhibition is ‘From Left Field’ aptly describes the life of the. A life that has been lived off-centre, offbeat, surprising everyone, especially herself.

The work in this exhibition is surprising as well. Spanning early years absorbed in painting toworking with video, photography and performance, and later coming full circle and back to painting. This collection has it all.

Duffy is an artist who likes to employ all means available to her. Unafraid of change and willing to embrace all kinds of unusual media and subjects, her work is vibrant, energetic, colourful and in places highly textured.

Some of her work uses acrylic and portrays a watery world where land and sea meet near the rare fen habitat where she lives.

Other piece are painted in a mixture of

cold wax medium, oil paint and a variety of added substances, from ashes to aluminium, from beach sand to chalk and flint.

A significant number of the pieces reflect the marine environment and visitors will not be surprised when they learn that this artist is a keen and competitive sailor. Her fascination with painting the ocean and harbours demonstrate an intimate knowledge of land and water. Duffy has mounted solo shows in Courthouse Arts Centre in Tinahely, Signal Arts Centre, Bray, both in County Wicklow as well as Dungarvan County Waterford and the Bold Gallery in Galway.

Her photographic and performance work has been exhibited across the world including the Institute of Contemporary Art in London, and the National Museum of Photography in Tokyo. It is referenced in many publications including ‘Beauty in Art 1750 – 2000’ and more recently Irish Art 1920-2020: Perspectives on change by Catherine Marshall and Yvonne Scott.

bender said: “Le Mans outshines everything. The 24 hours on this demanding route are a single challenge. As a driver, you can’t make any mistakes, because it’s very difficult to make up for a lost lap. In order to survive in Le Mans, you have to be prepared to push your limits even under the most difficult conditions.”

Friday, 9 June 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm: Drivers’ parade

(city centre)

3:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Pit walk

6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Drivers’ parade (racetrack)

Saturday, 10 June

African Community Kerry celebrate Africa Day

Members of the African Community Kerry have thanked the people of Kerry for helping them celebrate Africa Day 2023.

The event was jointly organised by the African Community Kerry and Killarney Asylum Seekers Initiative with support from Tralee International Resource Centre, Kerry County Council, and Irish Aid. “We are particularly grateful to the Minister for Education and Kerry TD, Norma Foley for honouring our invitation. We are pleased to say that her inspiring speech remains indelible in our hearts,” Peter Okhuas Chairperson, African Community Kerry.

We thank Mr Sean Lyons, Chairperson, Tralee International Resource Centre, Killarney Asylum Seekers Initiative, the African Drumming Group, Sean Murphy, Kerry County Council, and Irish Aid. “We say a Big Thank you to all other volunteers on the day whose names are not mentioned but helped in various capacities to make the day a success.

“To all AFCOM members and friends that graced the day with their presence and represented us positively through the demonstration of love, friendship, dance, African handcrafts display, sharing of food and fun fairs with our supporters and friends we say thank you.”

Dingle Harbour the most scenic electric charge spot in Ireland

The most scenic electric vehicle charging spots in Ireland have been revealed and Slea Head in Kerry is number one.

Polestar, the Swedish electric vehicle brand, used Instagram hashtag data and a team of experts to compile a list of the most scenic places to charge your electric vehicle.

The charging point located at at the seafront on Dingle Harbour topped the list, with a stunning view of the Dingle harbour. It overlooks the water with a breathtaking view of the mountains that surround Dingle, which potential travellers can take in.

To gather the data Polestar curated a list of the specific coordinates and loca-

tions of every charging point in Ireland and then cross-referenced it with how many Instagram hashtags each location had to build a shortlist of top contenders.

A team of experts used this data to manually trawl through each of the locations on the list, reviewing the view from the charging point location and creating the definitive list.

Kieran Campbell, Market Lead - Polestar, Ireland said: “Over the Bank Holiday weekend, families took to the roads to enjoy scenic staycations across the country.

“With the charging infrastructure in Ireland growing, there are already some incredible locations to take in the view while you’re plugged in.”

2023 Ballyfinnane Hill Climb to

be launched on June 12

The build-up to the return of hill climb racing to the Kingdom is beginning to gather pace as planning is now at an advanced stage for the commemorative event which will take place on July 16, 120 years after the first closed road motorsport event took place in the same village outside Tralee.

The various pieces of the jigsaw are now coming together for the event, which is being run by Kerry Motor Club in Association with the Ballyfinnane Community Hall Association.

A large field of racing cars, single-seaters and rally cars is expected once entries

open in the coming days.

The Shanty Bar in Ballyfinnane has been the centre point to the planning process, with a large number of local residents in attendance at planning meetings for the event. The sense of community around the event is clear, as the locals are roll-

ing up their sleeves to help the club and event organisers with every aspect of organisation.

The 2023 Ballyfinnane Hillclimb will be officially launched on Monday, June 12 at the Shanty Bar in Ballyfinnane, at 7pm and everyone is welcome to attend.

For some, a hill climb event is totally new and on the night, various members of the organising committee will be on hand to explain the logistics and how a hill climb event works. There will be some unique photo opportunities to be had as some single-seater racing cars will be parked

outside the bar on the night.

Speaking on the launch, the 2023 Ballyfinnane Hillclimb Clerk of the Course Sean Moriarty said “I would like to invite everyone to come out to The Shanty Bar in Ballyfinnane on Monday June 12 to get a sense of what this project is all about. The local community in Ballyfinnane have bought into the project and their help has proven invaluable to the organising of the event. It will be great to see some familiar and some new faces at the launch. It is a great opportunity to see first-hand the work that has been done and also a chance go see some single seater cars up close. I really can’t wait.”

Entries are due to open for the event in the coming days with a full list of regulations being posted on the ‘Sportity’ App using the password ‘Kerryhill23’

Charles Rolls competing in the Cork Speed Trial event in Carrigohane on July 11, 1903, just four days before he won the County Kerry Cup in Ballyfinnane 120 years ago next month. CREDIT: Royal Irish Automobile Club Archives

On Parade, motorcyclists enjoying the atmosphere of the annual Ireland BikeFest Parade, during Ireland's largest, free motorcycle festival, in Killarney town.

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Dominick Walsh, enjoying the atmosphere of the annual Ireland BikeFest Parade, during Ireland's largest, free motorcycle festival, in Killarney town.

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Emma Philips, enjoying the atmosphere of the annual Ireland BikeFest Parade, during Ireland's largest, free motorcycle festival, in Killarney town.

Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

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 is proposing to close to public traffic the street as detailed below in order to facilitate the holding of the Killarney 4th of July Festival Parade.

Street Closed:

From Kenmare Place at the junction of the Plaza Hotel to the junction of Main Street and New Street, Killarney.

Street Closing Times:

From 3.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. on Monday, 4th July 2023.

Any person having an objection to the above proposal should lodge same, in writing, marked Road Closure, with the Administrative Officer, Roads, Transportation and Marine Department, County Buildings, Tralee, County Kerry or by e-mail to roads@ kerrycoco.ie not later than 4.00 p.m. Monday, 12th June 2023.

To enable the processing of submissions/ objections Kerry County Council can legally process this information, as necessary, to comply with its statutory/legal obligations. Such information will be processed in line with the Council’s privacy statement which is available at www.kerrycoco.ie.

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Senior Executive Officer/ Feidhmeannach Sinsearach Corporate Affairs/Gnothai Corparaideacha

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The Stock Market is Undefeated

The Stats Speak for Themselves

People often ask me, ‘What’s next for the stock market?’ and the honest answer is - I haven’t a clue.

Despite over a decade of studying the market, the irrational short-term moves are impossible to predict. There is an endless list of unknown unknowns to consider. Claiming you know exactly what’s around the corner is naivety, not intelligence.

But the thing is, you don’t need to know what’s next.

It’s Not as ‘Risky’ as You Think.

On a daily basis, stocks are up 53% of the time – little better than a coin toss. Not exactly the guaranteed odds you’re looking for when investing your life savings.

This short-term uncertainty has often acted as a deterrent for investors but let’s zoom out a bit and look at the bigger picture.

History has shown the longer the holding period, the greater the probability of positive returns.

On an annualized basis, the S&P 500 has returned positive returns in 70 of its 94

years, producing positive annual returns 74% of the time.

The further you extend this timeline, the greater the probability of positive performance. Rolling 10-year returns have been positive 94.1% of the time, while rolling 14-year returns have been positive 100% of the time.

Simply put, the longer you stay invested, the lower the probability of losing money. There has been no 14-year or longer period when the S&P 500 has declined in value, and that is even before counting dividends.

Statistically speaking, for long-term investors, the probability of success sits firmly in your favour.

Stocks Go Where Profits Go

With that said, just because stocks have gone up in the past doesn’t mean this is guaranteed to happen in the future. But it’s not like the stock market has gone up for no reason. The stock market has historically gone up because the profits made by the companies that make up the stock market have increased.

To quote the legendary investor Peter Lynch

Basic corporate profits have grown about 8% a year historically. So, corporate profits double about every nine years. The stock market ought to double about every nine years. So, I think — the market is about 3,800 today, or 3,700 — I’m pretty convinced the next 3,800 points will be up; it won’t be down. The next 500 points, the next 600 points — I don’t know which way they’ll go. So, the market ought to double in the next eight or nine years. They’ll double again in eight or nine years after that. Because profits go up 8% a year, and stocks will follow. That’s all there is to it.

He said this in 1994 in reference to the Dow Jones Industrial Average which was 3,797 at the time. 28.5 years later it is 33,500. this represents an annual growth rate of almost exactly 8%. Pretty remarkable stuff.

You will never be able to predict the exact path forward for stocks, prices will fluctuate in the short term, but markets will trend higher over time in line with earnings growth. In other words, stocks go where profits go.

If you believe that companies will continue to innovate and find new ways to

generate profits over time, you need to allocate a portion of your future earnings to these companies. It really is that simple.

I have spent the last few weeks writing a book covering all the basics. This stepby-step guide includes how to set up your brokerage account, how to pick your first investments and how to value a company.

I will be officially launching it in midJune. To receive a free copy, sign up for my newsletter by scanning the QR code above or go to www.theislandinvestor. com.

Half of new car sales in May were Electric

accounting for 22.17%, Hybrid 17.51%, Electric 17.27% and Plug-in Electric Hybrid 7.96%.

New car registrations for the month of May were up 42.7% (7,557) when compared to May 2022 (5,295). Registrations year to date are up 18.2% (74,542) on the same period last year (63,057). Light Commercial vehicles (LCV) are up 76.2% (2,528) compared to May last year (1,435) and year to date are up 31.1% (16,255). HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) registrations are also showing an increase of 11.9% (217) in comparison to May 2022 (194). Year to date HGV’s are up 35.6% (1,424).

Imported Used Cars saw a 14.9% (4,486) increase in May 2023, when

compared to May 2022 (3,905). Year to date imports are up 5.2% (20,797) on 2022 (19,766).

For the month of May 1,725 new electric vehicles were registered compared to 743 in May 2022 (+132.2). So far this year 12,875 new electric cars have been registered in comparison to +56% (8,258) on the same period 2022.

Electric Vehicles, Plug-in Hybrids and Hybrids continue to increase their market share, with a combined market share (year to date) now of 42.74%. Petrol remains dominant at 32.36%, with Diesel

SIMI also confirmed the top 5 car brands year to date.

5 Top Selling Car Brands 2023 were: 1. TOYOTA, 2. VOLKSWAGEN, 3. HYUNDAI, 4. SKODA, 5. KIA

Top 5 Selling Electric Vehicles (EVs) models 2023: 1. VOLKSWAGEN ID.4, 2. HYUNDAI IONIQ 5, 3. TESLA MODEL Y, 4. SKODA ENYAQ, 5. KIA EV6

The maximum private vehicle electric car grant is set to be reduced to €3500 on the 1st July next. The current maximum grant is €5,000. Time will tell if this affect the increasing trend towards electric vehicles.

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The official new vehicle registration statistics for May have been released by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI).

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DNG estate agents goes global

The DNG Group has announced that it has signed an exclusivity agreement with Hamptons Estate Agents in Ireland which will provide an international platform for DNG clients’ property sales.

Hamptons International Division has one of the largest real estate networks in the world, with a global reach incorporating over 7,000 affiliate estate agent offices.

The affiliation between DNG, one of Ireland’s leading property service providers, and the established international brand of Hamptons allows DNG to advertise their prime properties on the Hamptons International website and to co-brand the sale of prime properties from across Ireland including many of their new housing schemes.

DNG Chief Executive Keith Lowe said: “This new affiliation will provide an international platform for our premium

residential property sales and offers unsurpassed exposure for clients’ properties on a global platform. Hamptons International sell some of the finest properties worldwide, and DNG is delighted to be able to offer our prime homes to this international audience”.

He continued “Many of the world’s leading multinational companies have significant operations in Ireland and as a result there is considerable demand from expats and employees taking up residency here for suitable homes. Our new affiliation with Hamptons provides us with the best platform to market premium homes across the globe.”

Hamptons Managing Director Lesley Cairns commented, “We are delighted to have DNG as our new Irish affiliateDNG is one of Ireland’s leading Property Service Providers, with a network that extends across the entire country. DNG is a great fit for the international arm of

Hamptons and we are delighted to partner with them in this joint venture.”

Hamptons has 92 offices in England and DNG has 80 offices across its network in Ireland, meaning a combined network across the UK and Ireland of 172 offices with a further 7,000 affiliate offices worldwide all feeding properties into the international network.

DNG Ted Healy Killarney has only last week been named Best DNG Branch Office for 2023 at the DNG National Conference & Awards, which took place in The Curragh Racecourse. The awards celebrate the hard work carried out across the DNG Network and recognise the successes of individuals within the organisation, rewarding high standards of service, business acumen and professionalism that are demonstrated in each DNG Branch.

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T: (064) 663 4582

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E: killarney@propertypartners.ie

T: 064 6634177

TO LET:5***** accommodation, room to rent for gentleman, 10-minute drive from Killarney town centre. All bills included, electricity, gas, washing machine/dryer, refuse etc. Free parking. €200 per week. Telephone or leave a message for Margaret 087 6789990.

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FOR SALE

FOR SALE: Dry, seasoned, Shed stored Ash, Oak and Beech hardwood. Also, softwood and limited last year’s turf for sale, both shed stored. Selling by the lorry load. Contact 087 4350736.

FOR SALE: Round bales of hay. Top quality. Firies/Farranfore area. Phone 086 3613281..

AVAILABLE

AVAILABLE: MUSIC LESSONS - piano, violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted. Leaving Cert Music grinds and Online Option also available. Tel John: 087-6801392 or Maggie: 087-6961681.

Sherry Fitzgerald Coughlan

95 New St, Killarney

E: info@sfmc.ie

T: 064 663 1892

Its4rent.ie

Property Letting & Management Agent, Killarney Business Centre, Upper High St, Killarney

T: 064 6634177 • E: info@its4rent.ie

TO LET: Rooms to rent in Tralee town. Contact 087 2944505.

TO LET: Superb A rated home - very private family home in Fossa/Aghadoe area, with full mountain and lake views. Available from 1st September - 31 May. Includes 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and huge kitchen/diner. Call 083 1477494.

TO LET: 8 Acres of land for sileage/grazing, 3 miles/4.8km from Killarney town. Call

AVAILABLE: Experienced, kind, caring Health Care Assistant, available part-time hours.

Please email flowerhill30@gmail.com

AVAILABLE: Block layer available, entrance walls, garages, etc. no job too small. Contact 087 9048100.

AVAILABLE: Experienced carer available in the Killarney area. Mon-Thurs 12-3pm. References available on request. Telephone 087 7664618.

ANIMALS

ANIMALS: HUG: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds. For further details please contact us on 087 6932090 or email info@

087 4123095.

David O’ Driscoll

Muckross Road, Killarney

E: info@dodriscoll.com

T: 087 795 8386

Maine Valley Property

Old Chapel Lane, Milltown, Kerry

E: info@mainevalleyproperties.com

T: 066 9765577 or 087 6738210

TO LET: Room to let, 10-minute walk from Killarney town centre. Suitable for hotel staff.

Telephone 087 2484804.

TO LET: Newly built small apartment, 5-minutes’ walk from Killarney town. Quiet location and stunning views. Professionals only. Suitable for single person or couple(max). Call 086 3527729.

TO LET: 4-bedroom house in Currow. Also,

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ANIMALS: KLAWS (Kenmare and Locality

Animal Welfare Society) We have several adult cats (all colours) awaiting homes. 087 9729240 or 087 9704480.

MOTORING

PAT COLLINS CAR SALES: 171 Renault

Capture, 2012 Renault Clio, 2012 Fiat Punto diesel, 2010 Citroen C3 diesel, 2009 Kia Rio 1.4 4dr and 2009 Hyundai i10. Call 087 2630218.

WANTED

WANTED: Person required asap, for breakfast/dining room, and accommodation du-

All Ireland Properties

Main Street, Rathmore, Kerry

E: allirelandproperties@gmail.com

T: 087 243 8182

3-bedroom house on Ross Road, Killarney. Phone 086 8136888.

WANTED: Houses and apartments to rent in the Killarney area. Contact 086 8136888.

WANTED: Space in someone's home grounds to pitch a caravan. For longterm living in. Contact 085 2553062.

ties. Mornings only. Also, person required asap, for reception/check-in duties. Must have good IT skills and a good standard of English. Please email info@killarneyviewguesthouse.com

WANTED: Gardener/Handyman for painting, fencing and general outdoor work. Must have own transport. Headford area. Telephone 086 1659455.

WANTED: Gardener/Handyman for painting, fencing and general outdoor work. Must have own transport. Headford area. Telephone 086 159455.

WANTED: Small or medium sized wardrobe. Outdoor furniture also wanted. Phone 087 7905700.

New herbal and bio-energy therapy clinic open in town

Have you ever wondered what happens when you deal with an emotionally charged situation or experience high levels of stress daily?

Your mind sends alarm signals to your body which must adapt to this emergency mode.

Muscles tense up, heart beats faster, vessels get compressed, blood pressure rises, body retains water etc. Most of us subject our bodies to this emergency mode without being aware of it.

Irina Sharapova MH has just opened a new Herbal Medicine and Bio-Energy Therapy clinic at Horan’s Health Store on Beech Road by appointment each Friday.

Both Herbal Medicine and Bio-Energy Therapy, support the body’s natural ability to heal.

During a herbal consultation the therapist suggests necessary corrections to the client’s diet and lifestyle aiming at reducing the elements that contribute to inflammation, stiffness and pain, and increasing the elements that aid healing. Then they prepare herbal remedies specific to the client. Client’s medications are also examined to ensure that there are no conflicts with the herbal treatment.

Herbs support healing by relaxing the

Irina Sharapova MH has just opened a new Herbal Medicine and Bio-Energy Therapy clinic at Horan's Health Store on Beech Road on Fridays.

body and improving sleep; they are used to treat various ailments from digestive and reproductive issues to insomnia and migraines.

Bio-Energy therapy is a complementary non-contact treatment that helps to release tension from the body caused by injuries, traumas or stress.

During a Bio-Energy session the therapist scans the client’s body for signals that indicate that the energy is not flowing smoothly – these are the areas that have reacted to the Client’s emotions of fear, worry, hurt, anger, sadness etc. The therapist “clears out” these areas until the energy flow feels smooth. Bio-Energy is helpful in the treatment of physical and emotional pain and other ailments.

It is suitable for people who do not like massages and other treatments that are performed directly on the body.

Disclaimer: Alternative therapies are not substitutes for medical advice. For further information or to schedule an appointment please contact Irina at 086 9878941 or via email at herbsandtherapy@gmail.com.

Website: www.herbsandtherapies.ie

• No. 3 Oak Wood, is a very attractive detached four bedroom bungalow.

• Only c. 10 mins walk from Killarney Town.

• In good condition throughout.

• Situated at the end of a quiet cul de sac, ensuring great privacy.

• No. 3 Oak Wood, is a very attractive detached four bedroom bungalow.

• Only c. 10 mins walk from Killarney Town.

• Oil fired central heating, double glazed pvc windows.

• Separate Garage.

• In good condition throughout.

• Large yard to rear with ample parking.

• Situated at the end of a quiet cul de sac, ensuring great privacy.

• Ber Rating D2.

• Oil fired central heating, double glazed pvc windows.

• Separate Garage.

• Large yard to rear with ample parking.

• Ber Rating D2.

PSRA NO. 001240

6, Oak Wood, Woodlawn, Killarney, Co. Kerry. V93

6, Oak Wood, Woodlawn, Killarney AMV €360,000

The Peter Cox Photography Gallery has a part-time summer position open for a RETAIL ASSISTANT

Immediate start, and the position will run until the end of September. 30 plus hours per week and will involve evening and weekend work. No photography experience required, but previous retail experience a must.

TEMPORARY PRODUCTION OPERATOR PANEL

Mondelez Ireland Production Limited, Rathmore, Co. Kerry

Position Type: 6-month Contract

Salary: Competitive salary offered

Mondelez Rathmore sometimes needs to recruit Production Operators for temporary assignments, e.g. to cover absence, holidays etc. In order to be able to respond quickly to such needs we are developing a small panel of potential recruits. Once the panel is established, Operator vacancies will be filled from that panel. There is no guarantee that a member of the panel will be offered employment, and, should employment be offered the length of the assignment may be for a very short duration.

Requirements of applicants:

• You must be a qualified Electrician (Level 6 QQI or equivalent in electrical senior trade).

Successful candidates will ideally meet the following criteria:

Have successfully passed minimum of Leaving Certificate, or equivalent,

Be a minimum of 18 years of age,

Be computer literate,

• Preferred experience in Allen Bradley PLC controls and logic.

• Preferred maintenance experience & problem-solving.

Be available to work a variety of different shift pattems over 7 days,

• We operate 24/7 on 8hour shifts Monday – Friday, 12hour shifts Saturday – Sunday.

Have previously worked in a manufacturing environment

Please email your CV to

Mondelez

Vacancies for the Mondelez Rathmore

Weekly clinic at Scotts Hotel every Saturday @ 3pm. I am always contactable on 087 2461678

Are you waiting to have your cataract removed and have been told it can take 4 years to have it removed.

Would you like to have your sight back by the end of June? Then if the answer is YES then please call me or my office today to discuss

If you are traveling in the coming week and discover your passport is out of date please contact me or my office before submitting your application for the best advice. Please note that first time passports are taking 10 weeks to process.

The Killarney Advertiser Crossword

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT &1ST ANNIVERSARY COURTNEY (NEE KENNY)

In loving memory of Mary (May) Courtney (nee Kenny) Mangerton Road, Muckross Who died on 5th June 2022.

As we lovingly remember our mother May on her first anniversary, we her sons and daughters and extended family, would like to thank everyone who sympathised and supported us.

Thanks to everyone who attended the funeral home, requiem mass, burial and those who sent mass cards and online condolences.

A word of thanks to the doctors, nurses and medical staff at University Hospital Kerry. A special word of thanks to Dr. Margaret Clifford and nurses in the Pallative Care Unit for the care and compassion May received there, and the support and kindness we her family were shown.

Thank you to Michael and Mary O’Shea for their guidance and kindness to us.

DOWN

1. Party giver

2. Enlightened one's words (2 wds.)

3. Russell Crowe movie

4. Sweetie

5. Marilyn ____

6. Be ready for

7. Johnny ____ of "Finding Neverland"

8. Compass reading (abbr.)

9. Faintly lit

10. Not fitting

Supernatural

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Shoplift

To Fr. Niall Howard and all who concelebrated May’s funeral mass and to Paud O’Donoghue for the beautiful singing and music.

A word of thanks to Ger Healy for singing at the graveyard and to Bobby Payne for leaving off the doves.

Our grateful appreciation to Eamon and Valerie Courtney, and management and staff at the Killarney Oaks Hotel, for all their support and kindness to our family.

As it is not possible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of her appreciation. The Holy sacriifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

1ST ANNIVERSARY COURTNEY

4TH ANNIVERSARY O’LEARY

In loving memory of Our Mother Sarah O’ Leary

Late of 91 Pinewood Estate, Killarney

Who sadly passed away on 9th June 2019.

There are no words to tell you Mom What losing you has meant But know each day brings memories of happy days we spent.

You’d want us all to smile again And that is what we will do Each time we reminisce with loving Thoughts of you, our guardian Angel.

Sadly missed by your loving sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law.

Nana

Goodbyes are not forever Goodbyes are not the end They simply mean we miss you Until we meet again.

Sadly missed by your heartbroken grandchildren and great grandchildren.

16TH ANNIVERSARY O’ROURKE

In loving memory of A dear father John O’Rourke

Late of Rathanane, Kilcummin Who died on 7th June 2007. Dad, your guiding hand on our shoulders will remain with us forever.

Dearly remembered by sons Marcus and Philip. xxx

Anniversary Mass is on Saturday 10th June at 7.30pm in Our lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

16TH ANNIVERSARY O’ROURKE

In loving memory of Mary (May) Courtney

Mangerton Road, Muckross

Who died on 5th June 2022.

You always had a smile to share A laugh, a joke, a time to care A wonderful nature, warm and true These are the memories we have of you.

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

Sadly missed and fondly remembered by your loving sons and daughters, Catherine, Josephine, Daniel, Geraldine, Eileen, Carmel, Con J, Deirdre, Aidan and Jackie and their families.

In God’s care you rest above In our hearts you rest with love Today, tomorrow, our whole lives through.

Love from your grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In loving memory of A dear father John O’Rourke

Late of Rathanane, Kilcummin Who died on 7th June 2007.

A pleasant smile, a heart of gold

No finer Dad this world could hold In heaven you rest, no worries, no pain Deep in our hearts you will always remain.

Sadly missed by your daughter Nicola, son-in-law John and grandchildren Alison, Kayleigh and John. xxx

Anniversary Mass is on Saturday 10th June at 7.30pm in Our lady of Lourdes Church, Kilcummin.

Anniversaries,

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY O’CONNELL

In loving memory of Niall O’Connell

25 Dalton’s Avenue, Killarney

Who passed away on 10th June 2022.

As we lovingly remember Niall on his first anniversary, we his parents, Neilus and Mella, together with his siblings Aisling, Diarmuid, Ronan and Niamh, and extended family, would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all those who sympathised and supported us in our sad loss.

Thanks to all who sent cards and messages of sympathy and online condolences.

To those who travelled to be with us, to family, neighbours and friends who called with food, refreshments, offers of accommodation, hugs, and words of support.

We would like to extend a thank you to Michael O’ Shea, the funeral director who guided us through this difficult time so empathically.

To Fr. Kieran O’Brien, singers, musicians, and those who participated in prayers and readings, we appreciate you dedicating your time to Niall’s beautiful mass.

A special word of thanks to the Doctors and nurses in I.C.U University Hospital Kerry and to Fr. Gerard O’ Leary, for their compassionate care of Niall, and for the support and kindness, we his family were shown.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our sincere gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

Dearest Niall, please know you will be forever remembered and loved by your family.

First Anniversary mass for Niall is on Saturday 10th June at 6:15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

O’CONNELL

10TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Christopher O’Sullivan

37 Gleann Ruá and Freemount, Rathmore

Who died on 10th June 2013.

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 by Jerry and the Boys.

10TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Christopher James O’Sullivan

37 Gleann Ruá & Freemount, Rathmore

Who died on 10th June 2013.

He never thought when leaving home He would never more return That he in death soon would sleep And leave us here alone.

A sudden call from God on high

You had no chance to say goodbye Without farewell you fell asleep But memories of you we will always keep. And those who loved you dearly Are the ones who won’t forget. No farewells were spoken We did not say goodbye You were gone before we knew it And only God knows why.

But we will always remember Our whole life through The last words we had with you.

We will never fail to pray for you We will never cease to care We wish we could go home again And find you waiting there.

Always forever loved and remembered by his Uncle Pa Joe and wife Eileen xxxx

10TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Christopher James O’Sullivan, 37 Gleann Rua and Freemount, Rathmore Who sadly departed this world on 10th June 2013.

When we see a star shining Bright in the sky We know in our hearts It is you keeping an eye. When the world is going At too fast a pace We close our eyes And picture your face. No matter what we face, We show no fear, Safe in the knowledge, You are always near.

Sadly missed and remembered every day by your loving Mom, Brendan, and your brothers Tyrone, Daniel and Thomas, your little nephew James and niece Emily. xxxx

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

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

KEOGH

Birthday Remembrance for Michael (Haulie) and Theresa Keogh Whose birthdays occur around this time. Missing you on your birthday. Today is full of memories Happiness and tears, Of birthday celebrations

We’ve shared throughout the years

We feel that you are both with us In everything we do So we’ll celebrate your birthdays But we’ll spend it missing you. Lovingly remembered and greatly missed by John, Catherine, Michael and Alison.

25TH ANNIVERSARY

O’DONOGHUE

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR (NEE BROSNAN)

In loving memory of Sheila O’Connor (nee Brosnan) Lackarue, Firies Who passed away on 12th June 2022. Age 99 years.

We, the family of Sheila O’Connor wish sincerely to thank all those who sympatised with us on the passing of our dear mother on 12th June 2022.

To friends and family and all those who travelled from near and far to attend the reposal, funeral mass and burial, to everyone who sent mass cards, enrolments and messages of sympathy we sincerely thank you.

A special thanks to our relations, neighbours and friends for all their help and support. Thank you to all those who came out to line the road for Sheila’s final journey to her resting place.

The family would like to express their gratitude to Dan and the staff of Aherns Pharmacy, Farranfore Medical Centre, all the Home Helps and Killarney Community Hospital for their wonderful care of Sheila. Many thanks to Fr. Horgan for his meaningful ceremony, Fr. Kennelly and Fr. Ahern for their assistance in concelebrating the funeral mass. We also wish to thank Roisín Ryan for the wonderful music and singing, the grave diggers and Eamon O’Connor Funeral Director.

You left us many memories To us you were so dear No matter when we needed you We always found you near.

We will always miss you mother.

First Anniversary Mass for Sheila is on Saturday 10th June at 7.30pm in St. Getrude’s Church, Firies.

3RD ANNIVERSARY

O’CALLAGHAN

In loving memory of Niall O’Connell

25 Dalton’s Avenue, Killarney

Who passed away on 10th June 2022.

Time may pass and fade away

But silent thoughts and memories stay

No longer in our lives to share

But in our hearts you are always there.

Always remembered by your loving aunt Kathleen, uncle Johnny and cousins Seán, David and Stephen, and families.

PRECIOUS MOTHER OF JESUS

Mother of Divine Grace, you can find a way, where there is no way. Please hear my prayer and grant me my request. (Say 6 times daily & your request will be granted).

35TH ANNIVERSARY

O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Larry O’Sullivan 44 Pinewood Estate, Killarney Who passed away on 12th June 1988.

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

Sadly missed by his wife Nora, sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In loving memory of Paddy O’Donoghue Rockfield, Faha, Killarney, Who died on 7th June 1998.

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.

Those special days will not return When we were all together But the love and memories in our hearts Will stay with us forever.

Sadly missed and always loved by all your family. xx

In loving memory of Dermot O’Callaghan Leamnaguilla, Kilcummin, Killarney, Who sadly passed away on 11th June 2020. Our hearts are full of memories

With pride we speak your name Though life goes on without you

It will never be the same

Of all the gifts we’ve ever had No matter how great or small

Having you in our lives

Was the greatest gift of all.

Sadly missed and always remembered by his wife Hannah and family.

Masses offered

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.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY O’LEARY

In loving memory of Tom O’Leary

Laurel Hill, Tiernaboul,Killarney

Who passed away on 11th June 2022.

As we lovingly remember Tom, who is so deeply missed by Bríd, his loving wife, best friend and adored by Myles, his son, on this his first anniversary, we would like to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all who supported us in the sudden loss of Tom.

Tom was a remarkable man, a wonderful husband, a fantastic dad and a best friend. Dependable, loving, kind and caring. Tom was the definition of pure strength, resilience and the most fearless person we know. He was extremely proud - yet humble. He was fierce - yet gentle. He was strong willed - yet compassionate. He was hardworking and honest. He was loyal and protective. He was loving, kind, caring, funny and sociable. Being a dad came so easy to Tom, he was a natural. He dedicated his world to us, right up to the very end, we were his number one priority and we knew it.

I will be forever grateful for the way you helped me raise Myles, and the lessons I know Myles has learnt from watching you, simply being you. You will forever live in our hearts and thoughts. We’ll cherish the memories we shared with you, forever. You were ‘Our Everything!”. Tom gave us one of life’s most priceless gifts, and that is knowing we can look back on our life together and know we were deeply loved. We knew we had everything we ever needed because we could see it in your eyes, the love you had for Myles and I.

In the days and weeks after Tomi’s passing, some people sent cards, and lots of people spent time with us. It was such a relief to be surrounded by people who care.

Thank you to everyone who sent cards, enrolments, online condolences, phone calls, floral tributes and all expressions of kindness and support. Thank you to everyone who joined us in person and by livestream for Tom’s requiem mass.

Thank You to Seán Coffey, Bridget Lucey, Hugh Rudden and all the teachers and staff of St. Brendan’s College, Killarney for you kindness and help in accommodating Myles in completing his Leaving Cert exams, during this most difficult time - for that we thank you!

Thank You to Mike and Mary O’Shea of O’Shea’s Funeral home, for your kindness, guidance and professionalism.

Thank you to Fr. Niall Howard, Canon Tom Looney and Fr. Paddy O’Donoghue, who concelebrated Tom’s mass, for your kind words of comfort and compassion and help in guiding Myles and I during our most difficult time.

Thank You Myles for your wonderfully articulate and passionate eulogy for your dad. I know he was so proud of you every day, but he would have been so proud to see you have such strength.

Thank you to all my family for your contributions during the funeral, and for all your help and wonderful care since Tom’s passing.

Thank you to Finbarr and Stephen - Friends For Life.

Thank You to Tom’s six brothers who helped Myles shoulder the coffin, bringing Tom to his final resting place in Aghadoe Lawn Cemetery.

Thank you to Marcus and team of the Killarney Park Hotel. Myles and I would like to thank you all.

As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our gratitude to you all. The Holy Sacrifice of Tom’s mass will be offered for your intentions.

-So “This is it”-

Our book has closed, but it’s filled with so many memories and special moments.

We’re always going to love you and we’ll never forget all that you did for us.

-Always and ForeverBríd and Myles. xx

Tom’s First Anniversary Mass is on Sunday 11th June at 12pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

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

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. BT

1ST ANNIVERSARY

O’LEARY In loving memory of Tom O’Leary

Laurel Hill, Tiernaboul, Killarney

Who died on 11th June 2022.

You always had a smile to share A laugh, a joke, a time to care Each of us in our own way Have special thoughts of you today.

Fondly remembered and sadly missed by David, Sheila, Patrick, Sara and Amy.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

O’LEARY In loving memory of Tom O’Leary

Laurel Hill, Tiernaboul, Killarney

Who died on 11th June 2022.

The year may have passed but still you stay.... as near and dear as yesterday.

From your loving brothers, Brian, Denis, John G, Des, Donal and Rory, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces and nephews.

7TH ANNIVERSARY MCCARTHY

In loving memory of Humphrey McCarthy Knockdurath, Headford

Who died on 10th June 2016. R.I.P.

Fold him O Jesus in Thine arms and let him henceforth be a messenger of love between our human hearts and Thee.

A bouquet of beautiful memories Sprayed with a million tears

Wishing God could have spared you

If just for a few more years.

It does not take a special day For us to think of you

Each Mass we hear, each prayer we say Is offered up for you.

We cannot bring the old days back

When we were all together

The family chain is broken now

But memories live forever.

May he rest in peace, dear Jesus

In Thy Heavenly home above

With the Sacred Heart of Jesus

In His own eternal love.

Along the road to yesterday

That leads me straight to you

Are memories of happy days

Together we once knew.

A silent grief that’s in our hearts

No human eye can trace

For many a broken heart is hid Beneath a smiling face.

Always remembered and sadly missed by your wife Mary and family.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Bridie O’Sullivan Countess Grove, Killarney and formerly of Gortnatonna, Kilcummin and New York

Who passed away on 24th June 2022.

The family of the late Bridie O’Sullivan wish to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy we received on the death of Bridie. Both in person, and through Mass cards, phone calls, condolences online and donations to Kerry Hospice.

Grateful appreciation to all the neighbours who were a great support throughout the years. Sincere thank you to the Medical and Care teams for their professional guidance and kindness.

A special word of thanks to Fr. Kieran O’Brien for concelebrating the funeral mass with Fr. Paddy O’Donoghue and Fr. Denis O’Mahony.

Our thanks to the priests of Killarney Parish, both past and present, who ministered to Bridie in her home.

Thanks to O’Shea’s Funeral Home, for your sensitive and professional handling of the funeral arrangements.

We trust this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our gratitude to all who touched Bridie’s life, and to all those to whom she reached out. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions.

First Anniversary Mass is on Friday 16th June 2023 at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney. Feast Day of the Sacred Heart.

2ND ANNIVERSARY O’CONNOR

In loving memory of Michael O’ Connor Late of Upper Cooleanig, Beaufort and London.

As we lovingly remember Mike on his second anniversary. Happy Memories keep forever of days when we were all together. They bring a smile and often a tear, and always a wish you were still here.

Lovingly remembered by his wife Norah, daughter Kerry and family. Mike’s Second Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday 11th June at 10.00am in St Mary’s Church, Beaufort.

JESUS

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

SPORT

Five on the bounce for unstoppable Celts

FINAL Killarney Celtic 3 Killarney Athletic 1 Mounthawk Park

Reigning champions prevail in all-Killarney league final

The kingpins of Kerry soccer are celebrating yet another league title after seeing off a resilient Killarney Athletic side in last Friday’s decider.

Celtic have been unstoppable since Athletic’s sole Premier A triumph of 2017 and this latest victory seals a remarkable five-in-a-row. It also makes it three consecutive league final wins over their fiercest rivals, a brilliant record that will surely go down as one of the proudest runs in the club’s history.

Athletic went into the match as slight underdogs and they left themselves with a mountain to climb when they gave up possession and allowed Witness Odirile to sneak in for a well-taken goal in the second minute of play. A goalkeeping error after 12 minutes made life

even more difficult – Wayne Sparling was left with the easiest of tasks when Athletic failed to clear their lines.

The Blues have shown plenty of spirit throughout the campaign and to their huge credit they fought their way back into contention. On the hour-mark Eoin Moynihan’s cross/shot was saved and as Athletic looked to pounce on the rebound, a Celtic player handled the ball. A penalty was awarded and Cian Tobin converted it at the second attempt (the Celtic keeper saved the first effort but was adjudged to have stepped off his line). With 30 minutes still to play, Stuart Templeman’s side were in with a real shot, but try as they might they were unable to tie things up.

A nervy period for Celtic came to an end when another

Athletic mistake gifted them a penalty. Cathal O’Shea stepped up in the 87th minute and coolly tucked it away to make it 3-1, and the Celts had two hands on the trophy.

Unfortunately, some unruly scenes on the pitch and on the touchline followed but thankfully it all blew over by the time the final whistle sounded.

Captain John McDonagh accepted the silverware on behalf of his teammates. They can now look forward to Sunday’s Greyhound Bar Cup final against Dynamos, a match that kicks off at Mounthawk Park at 4pm on Sunday. Five league titles in a row is sweet, but five doubles in a row would be even sweeter.

By Adam Moynihan

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Celtic girls through to last four of Ireland

The Killarney Celtic U17 girls team are just one game away from an All-Ireland final after Sunday’s incredibly hardfought victory over Aisling Annacotty of Limerick.

Celtic found themselves a goal ahead after 14 minutes of this National Cup quarter-final tie when Eve Culhane latched on to Aideen O’Brien’s flicked pass and applied the finish.

The lead was short-lived, however, as the hosts equalised six minutes later, and they struck again before half-time to make it 2-1.

The hill became even steeper for the Killarney girls not long after the break when

Aisling made it 3-1, but this setback spurred them back into action. They dominated the match thereafter, bagging four goals in succession via Katie Doe, Katie Foster, O’Brien and Maeve Courtney.

In the end, the 5-3 scoreline didn’t flatter the visitors, who played superbly in the searing heat.

After resounding National Cup victories over Riverside and Macroom in the earlier rounds, and now this latest comeback win over a strong Aisling Annacotty team, these young Celts can face into the semi-final with optimism. Well done to the players and to their coaches Alan O’Sullivan, Dave McIndoe and Tanya McCormick.

NEXT ROUND: The Killarney Celtic U17 girls have advanced to the semi-final stage of the National Cup.

SOCCER: The Mastergeeha senior team who were crowned Premier Division B champions in Tralee on Saturday night. Geeha beat Classic FC 2-0.

PRESIDENT'S PRIZE: The youngest participant in the Ross Golf Club President's Prize, Michael Barrett (fourth in the gents' competition), with seniors winner (over 70) Tadhg McCarthy. Also pictured are Captain John Ivory and President Michael J Casey.

AUCTION: Members of the Kilcummin GAA senior teams with signed and framed jerseys that will be up for auction via a club fundraiser that will run until June 24.

‘Best, McGrath, Beckham…

I saw them all’

In Part 2 of his interview with Eamonn Fitzgerald, Fr John Ahern recalls some of the great Irish players who lined out with his beloved Manchester United

We all have sad memories of that awful day that shocked Manchester and the world in 1958. Briefly, for the benefit of younger readers, I will summarise. On February 6, 1958 the chartered plane carrying the Manchester United players, supporters and journalists home from a European Cup game crashed after refuelling in Munich. The accident claimed the lives of 23 people, including eight Manchester United players.

“All of those survivors from Munich have since passed away, the last being Harry Gregg and Sir Matt Busby,” Fr John says. “Busby played a key role in the reconstruction of the Busby Babes and the new Man Utd, phoenix-like, out of the ashes of Munich, to become the all-conquering side of the 60s/70s. Busby was the catalyst.”

Having Old Trafford within his ministry area must have given Fr John great access to the grounds, the big names and to games.

“I saw all those great players of different eras, like Law, Best, McGrath, Moran, Neville, Irwin, Beckham, Robson, the Dunnes, of course, and many more. Johnny Giles was gone at that stage. On Mondays we met great United players in the Devi Hume golf club.”

Talk to me, Fr John, about some Irish Man United players of particular interest. Start with George Best, my favourite United player.

“I can see why he would be your favour-

ite. He was very special indeed even at a very young age on that great United team. The way he could dribble was legendary. What control he had with both feet, even in the depths of winter on muddy pitches and opposing defenders going with the sliding tackles. His sense of timing and control was miraculous, learned under the streetlamp lights in Belfast where you had to be deft, smart and able to swerve to keep the ball away from neighbouring children.

“He transferred that to Old Trafford and elsewhere. Who can ever forget him in the European Cup?”

Another great he saw in action, was Kevin Moran, who also excelled with the Dubs in football.

“Kevin Moran was a natural competitor who gave it everything in any sport he chose. He never shirked a tackle or a header. He put his head in where others would withdraw, the kind of player you would want on your team. He was al -

ways comfortable on the ball, always driving on. A true warrior.”

And the enigmatic Roy Keane of course. Was the Mayfield native as odd as he appears to us in public?

“True, you got what you saw from Roy. He was his own man, always playing with fierce drive and determination, expecting everyone on the team to give 100% to support his guaranteed 110%. Somewhat strange in public, never tolerating slackers and a mighty driving force in that engine of the great United team of his era.

“If things were not right he would say so. I also saw the private side of Roy’s life. He always kept his family life private and shielded his family from the glare of publicity. His children attended the local Catholic school and he never missed important family occasions, liturgical or lay. He was the dutiful parent at the parent-teacher meetings and not the public brash Keano.

Of course, he does great charity work especially with the dogs for the visually impaired. He also does a lot of other voluntary work for other charities that people do not know about and he does not seek the limelight. It’s not so long

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ago since he was in Kerry to support a very worthy cause.”

Fr Ahern was a great man to get tickets for sports aficionados here at home. I know that over the years Kerry players like Mikey, Powery, Seánie, Ogie, Bomber, Jacko, Gooch and many more can thank him.

“Yes, those were great sports heroes who enjoyed the soccer experience as spectators and we saw that sport transcended all codes when we got them into the hospitality suite after the games. These people understand each other irrespective of the code. Sure, they met them all there. They were great occasions.”

Fr John left Manchester in 1973 to work on the Missions in Peru until 1982. “Soccer was very important in that country also. I kept in touch with sport, like in 1977 when Liverpool were deemed unbeatable but United denied them the treble. I watched that game in a satellite tracking station in Lurin in the company of the late Fr John O’Connell, a Columban priest from Béal na Díoga. You know that place well, just out beyond Barradubh.”

Fr Ahern is retired in his native Firies, but like so many other retired priests here in Kerry and elsewhere he is still helping out with masses, sacraments, funerals and other liturgical ceremonies. Where would we be without them?

Saol fada romhat, Fr John. It was a joy, as always, to be in your company.

SILVERWARE: D. Keane (Scart Cross), Fr John Ahern, Kerry footballers Séamus Scanlon and Marc Ó Sé, and Manchester United legend Paddy Crerand with the Premier League trophy in 2015.

Classy Clifford too hot for Cork to handle

David Clifford underlined his status as the best footballer in the country by putting in another Man-of-the-Match performance as Kerry held on for a hard-fought victory at a sun-soaked Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday.

The Fossa man was well-marshalled by Daniel O’Mahony but he was sensational nevertheless, kicking 1-5 in total - including four of Kerry’s last five scores of the game.

With Cork substitutes Steven Sherlock and Eoghan McSweeney to the fore in the second half, the hosts came within a kick of a ball of causing an upset, but Kerry just

about held on to secure two crucial points.

It was an improved display following the no-show against Mayo, but further improvements will be necessary if they want to see July.

SEÁNIE

The form of Seánie O’Shea was a hot button topic in the build up to this game but he made fools of the doubters by racking up four points in the first half alone. He opened his account with a third-minute free.

Clifford notched his first after selling O’Mahony a trademark dummy to make it two-nil with five minutes on the clock, but Cork replied quickly through Chris Óg Jones. O’Shea then added two neat points from play, either side of a well-taken score by Cork’s industrious half forward Brian O’Driscoll.

With Kerry’s defence on top, the visitors were able to build up a four-point lead as Adrian Spillane, O’Shea and Paudie Clifford all found the target between the 16th and 20th minutes.

Seán Powter had half a goal chance in the 21st minute but his prodded shot was diverted over the bar by a Kerry defender. The scoring stopped for the bones of 10 minutes thereafter and it only resumed when the younger Clifford took matters into his own hands and sent a huge, booming kick over the bar from outside the 45-metre line. Hurley swung over another free in stoppage time but Kerry had the last word when Dara Moynihan fielded a long Shane Ryan kickout and fed Paudie Clifford, who raced away from the Cork defence and tapped over from right in front of the posts. That left the scoreline at Kerry 0-9 Cork 0-5 at the break.

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BLISTERING

Whatever John Cleary said at half-time certainly had the desired effect. A blistering start to the period saw the Rebels cut the deficit to a single point within just seven minutes. Scores by Hurley (two frees), Killian O’Hanlon and Powter got the home crowd fired up; an O’Shea free in between was all the Kingdom could muster during this spell.

To a large extent the game hinged on a massive refereeing decision in the 47th minute. A combination of Tom O’Sullivan and Jack Barry forced a turnover around the middle of the pitch and when O’Sullivan fed Paul Geaney, the veteran inside forward had a goal on his mind.

As Geaney attempted to cut inside and make an angle for a shot, he was hauled down by the retreating Powter, just outside the large rectangle.

After consulting with his umpires, referee David Gough decided that the Cork player had intentionally denied a clear goalscoring opportunity. He issued a black card and awarded a penalty, to the disbelief of everyone in red and white. The rule in question is rarely cited, which led to much of the confusion and annoyance on the Cork side, but Gough was technically correct.

David Clifford stepped up and converted the spot kick, sending Micheál Martin diving to his right as he slotted it to the keeper’s left.

Hurley (free) made it a three-point game before Clifford kicked a free that he won himself, plus another catch-and-shoot beauty that gave Kerry a five-point lead with 16 minutes to go. That should have been that, really, but Cork, to their credit, came back with a vengeance. McSweeney pointed with his first touch and another Hurley free was quickly followed by a great score by Sherlock. The home side now trailed by two with four to play. The natives smelled blood.

Kerry v Cork Cork 0-15 Kerry 1-14

David Clifford took matters into his own hands again to end his team’s 14-minute scoreless run, but Sherlock made it 0-14 to 1-13 when his shot for goal cleared the crossbar.

In the 72nd minute, a high, probing ball – very similar to the one that led to Mark Keane’s goal in 2020 – was dealt with by a combination of Shane Ryan and the superb Jason Foley. Tom O’Sullivan widened the gap to three and Cork could only manufacture another shot for a point, which McSweeney converted. Then substitute Micheál Burns called for and claimed Ryan’s final kickout to seal a vital win.

If Kerry can beat Louth in Round 3, they will probably finish second in the group, and secure a home preliminary quarter-final in the process.

KERRY: S Ryan; G O’Sullivan, J Foley, T O’Sullivan (0-1); P Murphy, T Morley, G White; D O’Connor, J Barry; D Moynihan, S O’Shea (0-5, 2f), A Spillane (0-1); P Clifford (0-2), D Clifford (1-5, 1p 1f), P Geaney.

Subs: R Murphy for Spillane; S O’Brien for Moynihan; T Brosnan for Geaney; BD O’Sullivan for Barry; M Burns for P Clifford.

CORK: MA Martin; M Shanley, R Maguire, K O’Donovan; L Fahy, C O’Mahony, M Taylor; C O’Callaghan, I Maguire; B O’Driscoll (0-1), R Deane, K O’Hanlon (0-1); S Powter (0-2), B Hurley (0-6f), CÓ Jones (0-1).

Subs: S Sherlock (0-2) for Jones; E McSweeney (0-2) for O’Hanlon; J O’Rourke for Deane; B Murphy for Hurley; T Clancy for R Maguire.

Kerry are not good enough to retain the Sam Maguire

| By Eamonn Fitzgerald

Kerry and Cork locked horns in a local derby on Saturday last.

Kerry, the All-Ireland champions who have hammered Cork in recent years, were expected to set aside that dreadful display here in the Park against Mayo. That was just a bad day at the office and they would kick on in style against lowly Cork. Not so; an upset was on the cards as Cork closed down the Kerry players and were sailing until the penalty. It was a black card, but was it a penalty? John Cleary was furious, labelling it a “shocking decision”. Jack O’Connor

kicked for touch. Lucky Jack, once more.

I was so happy like all Kerry folk to see Kerry win the 2022 All-Ireland to end the mini famine. However, in my analysis in later editions of this publication, I wrote that in my opinion this was the worst Kerry team to win the Sam Maguire. Plenty of howls of opposition from many Kerry supporters, but that was my analysis then, and now.

Kerry won because Jack wisely plugged the hole in the centre of defence, where Morley prevented the dyke bursting out and allowing Shane Walsh and Damien

Comer to score goals like the ones that wrecked Kerry previously. Lady Luck was unbelievably generous, especially that miraculous Late, Late Free by Seánie O’Shea. Without that great kick, I believe that Dublin would have beaten Kerry in extra time and won the All-Ireland.

Let us never forget that Jack has the best footballer in Ireland. Not alone that, but from following Kerry football for 70 years, I have seen none better than David Clifford. In my view Clifford is the best Kerry football star of all time. My view of Kerry is a personal viewpoint, as with all opinions expressed in this weekly sports column. It is just one opinion; many will disagree.

On Saturday David stepped into the

breach to lift yet another mediocre team display, despite being always doubly marked and often by even more than that. Kerry folk need to be down on their knees praying he will escape injury. Without him, Kerry have no hope of winning the All-Ireland. With him they have a chance against Derry, Dublin, Galway, Mayo and Tyrone, the most likely teams to emerge from the pools.

I don’t rate this team as good enough to retain the Sam Maguire. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to eat humble pie.

Next, Kerry play Louth at a neutral venue and we should have one more opportunity of seeing the reigning champions here in the Fitzgerald Stadium.

WIN: Manager Jack O'Connor with Paul Murphy after the All-Ireland SFC Group 1 match between Cork and Kerry at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. Photo: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile.

Former Kingdom goalkeeper Eamonn Fitzgerald doesn’t believe that Jack O’Connor’s team have what it takes to go back-to-back

David Clifford stepped into the breach to lift yet another mediocre team display.

MATCH RATINGS

Average rating out of 10 as voted on by our readers

Gavin WHITE 6.7

A willing runner as always. You would like to see him tag on a score or two.

Jack BARRY 6.0

Assisted the team’s defensive efforts without really catching the eye.

Dara MOYNIHAN 5.9

Worked hard for 61 minutes. I’m sure this rating would be higher had he scored.

His best game of the season so far.

Adrian SPILLANE 6.0

Kicked a fine score but was forced off at HT with a dead leg.

David CLIFFORD 8.7

Kicked 1-5 despite being well marked by Daniel O’Mahony. Showed great leadership.

Paul GEANEY 7.0

Didn’t score himself but had a hand in several of his teammates’ scores.

MANAGER

Jack O’CONNOR 6.3

Are Kerry a one-man team? Let’s look at the numbers

| By Adam Moynihan

Let’s analyse the numbers to see just how reliant The Kingdom are on the reigning Footballer of the Year.

So far in 2023 Clifford has scored 47 of Kerry's 195 points (24.1%) in league and championship. In 2022 he scored 25.2% of Kerry’s points, down from his percentage of 29% in 2021. Back in 2020 it was 28.8%; in 2019 it was 12.6%; and in 2018, his debut year, it was 21.3%.

Clifford has scored 24 goals and 234 points in his 57 league and championship appearances for Kerry. That’s a total score of 306 so he is averaging 5.4 points per game. Remarkably, he has scored every single time he has taken to the field.

He has been the team's top scorer 23 times. Separately, he has been the joint top scorer seven times. His numbers are certainly impressive and Clifford is unquestionably Kerry’s best player, but does that make Kerry a "one-man team"?

We would need to compare Clifford's data against the game’s other elite forwards to get a full picture but, just as an example, Cillian O'Connor scored 42.5% of Mayo's points in 2016. Clifford’s highest percentage for a season is 29%.

Shane McGuigan has scored 37.1% of Derry’s points in the 2023 championship. Clifford has scored 34% of Kerry’s total.

Ruairí Murphy (HT) 6.0

Stephen O’Brien (61) 6.0

Tony Brosnan (62) 5.8

Barry Dan O’Sullivan (65) 5.9

Micheál Burns (72) 5.9

Since he made his debut in 2018, someone else has been Kerry's top scorer (or joint top scorer alongside Clifford) in 34 of the 57 games he has played (59.6%).

Clifford has been Kerry's overall top scorer over the course of a championship campaign just once (2018) – although he was also joint top scorer in 2020 when

he and Killian Spillane both kicked 0-4 in Kerry's only championship match.

Meanwhile, Seán O'Shea has been Kerry's top scorer in the championship three times (2019, 2021, 2022). In total, 77.3% of the points that Kerry have registered since Clifford's debut in 2018 have been scored by his teammates.

(Naturally Clifford has also contributed to Kerry's scoring via assists. Unfortunately this data does not exist.)

Kerry’s record in games in which David Clifford did not play is P10 W8 L2.

Clifford is a phenomenal player - possibly the best ever - but several of his teammates are legitimate stars in their own right.

Jason Foley, Tom O'Sullivan, Seán O'Shea and Paudie Clifford are elite footballers who would start for most, if not all, other teams in the country.

David Clifford is massively important to Kerry and it goes without saying that they would be worse off without him. He is a generational talent and a certified match-winner. Is there any team that could achieve the same success if you took a potential GOAT out of their line-up?

However, to claim that Kerry would be "nothing" without David Clifford is over the top. I believe doing so slightly overestimates his scoring contributions, and greatly underestimates the rest of the team.

Words by Adam Moynihan

Kerry have been described by the likes of Joe Brolly as a "one-man team" who are "mediocre/nothing" without David Clifford.

LEADER: Kerry captain David Clifford. Photo: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile.

SPORT NOTES

Killarney Athletic

UNDERAGE 7-A-SIDE: The tournament is open to all ages underage boys and girls from 10-16 years. Application forms are available from the Beech Road of Killarney Credit Union and at www. killarneyathletic.com. The entry fee is U14/16: €100, U10/12: €100. This competition takes place on the 30th June and 1st July. The closing date for all ages (to be returned to the Credit Union) is Friday 16th June before 4pm. The draw will take place on Tuesday 20th June at the Clubhouse.

SENIOR 7-A-SIDE DRAW: Sponsored by Killarney/Kenmare/Caherciveen Credit Union. Senior Men’s - Group 1: Barley Athletic, Jeanbuk VII, Romelo Wasn’t Built In A Day, Mackey’s Crew, Tricel Fortis Fox’s. Group 2 - James and SOD FC, Jimmy’s Under 7s, We’re Only 16 FC, Jack C’s Ultras, Dennehy’s Ramblers. Group 3 - The Caddyshackers, The Failte, MOS Masonry Ltd, Muck Savage, Tricel Novs Stars. Over 35: Aghadoe Physio, Tim Jones & Sons, Mackey’s Crew, Red Chair Recruitment, Expected Tolouse.

Senior Ladies: Nora’s Ballbreakers, The Best of the West, Tricel Maxus Ladies, Utility Trust, Gerry’s.

Killarney Celtic

LEAGUE FINAL Killarney Celtic 3 Killarney Athletic 1 (Witness Odirile, Wayne Sparling, Cathal O’Shea). Killarney Celtic won their 5th Premier A title in a row after defeating local rivals Killarney Athletic in the league final played at Mounthawk Park. Celtic were ahead when John McDonagh released Wayne Sparling on the left, Sparling found Witness Odirile who slotted home from close range. Celtic were 2 up after a loose pass in the Athletic rearguard allowed Wayne Sparling to score. Athletic came back into the game and scored from a retaken penalty in the 2nd half. However Celtic weathered the storm and secured the title when Cathal O’Shea calmly slotted home in the closing minutes. Captain John McDonagh once again accepted the League Trophy to the delight of the Celtic squad and supporters. Well done to the management and players. Next up is the replay of the Greyhound Bar Cup Final next Sunday.

FAI WOMEN’S U17 CUP: Quarter Final - Aisling Annacotty 3 Killarney Celtic 5 (Aideen O’Brien, Eve Culhane, Katie Foster, Katie Doe, Maeve Courtney). Celtic created history last Sunday in Limerick when they qualified for the semi-finals of the FAI U17 Cup. Celtic struck 1st but Annacotty hit back and led 3-1 in the 2nd half. However, the Celtic girls responded magnificently to come back and take over the game. The semi-final will be held in July. Well done to our fantastic coaches and players.

CAMPS: Killarney Celtic Summer Camps

are available to book through clubforce. com. Find my Club Killarney Celtic. Week 1 is Mon 3rd July to Friday 7th July and Week 2 is Monday 17th July to Friday 21st July.

Mastergeeha

CONGRATULATIONS: Congratulations to our senior team who were crowned Premier Division B champions in Tralee on Saturday night.

LOTTO: There was no winner on 2nd June 2023 of the Jackpot for €3,800. Numbers drawn were 1, 4, 8, 23. Consolation prizes of €50 went to B&T O’Sullivan c/o Post Office; Geraldine & Gerald Lyne, Firies; Kieran Reilly, Co. Meath; O’Leary Family, Deerpark. The next draw will be Friday 9th June for Jackpot of €4,000.

MEK Galaxy

GIRLS: U12 Girls Cup Final – MEK Galaxy 1 St Brendan’s Park 0. Well done to our U12 girls who beat an extremely good St Brendan’s Park Fc to clinch our 2nd Schoolgirls Cup of the season. It was a tough game, with both teams playing excellent football. An early goal by Ava Harty was the difference between the 2 teams. Although Saoirse Teehan in goals had a big hand in keeping Park at bay, picking up Player of the Match. A huge thanks to Danny and the Park team for an excellent game. Like ourselves, getting to the last 16 of the National Cup was a huge achievement. And they also won Division 1. So, well done to management and players. Also, thanks to Park as a club for hosting the finals. Thanks to referee Adrian Quirke and his team for doing a great job, letting a fantastic game flow. Well done to our girls and the parents for their support throughout the season. And to coaches Tony, Jo and Nuala for their time and effort. Collectively, this group has been brilliant throughout the season and should be very proud of their achievements. Team: Saoirse Teehan, Grace Barry, Ada O’Leary, Aoibhinn Flaherty, Elizabeth Allen, Aoibh Nic Gearailt, Grace Ryan, Emily Allen, Elise Brunner, Megan Quigg, Ava Harty, Isabelle O’Connor. Management: Tony Harty, Jo Harty, Nuala Quigg. Team Sponsors: Thanks to Harty Scaffolding for their support throughout the season.

Killarney Legion GAA

SENIOR MEN: Ballymacelligott joined us at the top of the Division 1 table by virtue of a Sunday afternoon win over Milltown/ Castlemaine. Having lost their opening two fixtures, they have now won six on the trot, earning twelve points. Five wins and two draws from seven games sees Peter Keane’s charges neck and neck with Ballymac, albeit having played one game less. Dr Crokes are in the slipstream on eleven points and for now it seems to be between the top three. Our latest win, on

a summer Friday night in Direen, was over Kilcummin who we will again meet in the Intermediate Championship. Our neighbours were shy a few regulars but nevertheless made it a difficult hour’s work. Points from Ryan O’Grady (4), Podge O’Connor, Eoghan O’Sullivan, Finbarr Murphy and Brian Kelly (45) had us in charge at 0-9 to 0-4 but Kilcummin stole in for a goal and it took another point from Podge O’Connor to steady the ship. Kilcummin had the better of the second half for some periods and indeed closed the gap to one point by the 47th minute, 0-13 to 1-9. But cousins Peter McCarthy and Ryan O’Grady combined for a further three points to see out the win on a 0-16 to 1-9. Team: Brian Kelly (0-1), Rob Leen, Danny Sheahan, Podge O’Connor (0-2), Jonathan Lyne, Darragh O’Doherty, Darragh Fleming, Padraig Lucey, Cian Gammell, Eoghan O’Sullivan (0-1), Peter McCarthy (0-1), Finbarr Murphy (0-1), Ryan O’Grady (08), James O’Donoghue (0-1), Will Shine (0-1). Subs: Jamie O’Sullivan, Peter O’Sullivan.

SENIOR LADIES: Our Senior Ladies took part in the Spa 7s over the weekend eventually losing out narrowly at the quarter-final stage to the eventual winners Castlehaven. A festival weekend of football, well done to all in Spa GAA for organising a great event.

Spa GAA

KILLARNEY CLUB 7S: Over the June Bank Holiday weekend Spa GAA Club hosted the second Killarney Club 7s event x Heineken. What a weekend it was. With the knowledge from last year’s first ever event and months of preparation by the Committee. the incredible support from the local community and not forgetting the best volunteers in the world, the club were able to welcome people from across all corners of our county and country. Saturday saw teams playing in group stages throughout the day to qualify for the quarter final stages on Sunday. Meanwhile off the pitch, the food and drink vendors and kids play area were kept busy. The Heineken marquee was in high flight from midday on both days. The weekend was made extra special when the Spa men’s team succeeded in being named the Men’s 7-a-side tournament Cup winners. Tournament Results: Ladies Shield Winners - Castlehaven Cork LGFA. Ladies Cup Winners - Eire Óg Cork LGFA. Men’s Shield Winners - Kerins O’Rahillys GAA. Men’s Cup Winners - Spa Kerry GAA. A huge thank you to everyone that passed through the gates of Spa GAA last weekend to support the event, roll on next year!

LOTTO: Jackpot €7,800. Numbers Drawn. 3, 11, 14, 25. No winner. Lucky Dips €50 each to Dan c/o McSweeneys, Donal Cronin, Marian Doolan, Ann Mangan. Monthly Draw for Annual

Ticketholders: Pat and Ann Tangney, Ballaugh. Next week’s draw for a jackpot of €8,000.

Dr Crokes GAA

SFL DIV.1: Dr. Crokes 0:12 Kerins O’Rahillys 0:15. A strong Kerins O’Rahillys side arrived at Lewis Road on Friday last determined to leave with nothing short of 3 points. The game was fast paced and lively right from the throw in with Rahilly’s scoring the first 4 points of the game within the first 7 minutes of play. Alex Hennigan kicked a fine free 9 minutes in to give us our first score of the day. The remainder of the first half was closely contested. Rahillys however secured the last 3 points of the half and went in leading 0:09 to 0:06 at the short whistle. Daithí Casey came out with his shooting boots on in the second half scoring 3 points within 9 minutes of play. Alex Hennigan was black carded midway through the half and our opponents took advantage of the numerical difference, scoring 5 points without reply during this time. Rahillys were awarded two controversial points by the referee in the closing 8 minutes of play which could have easily been the difference between the two sides. Next up is Dingle away on June 11th.

U17 EAST REGION LEAGUE: Dr. Crokes 0-14 Rathmore 5-09.

ACADEMY: Our academy continues every Saturday. We cater for boys and girls aged 4 to 11 from the Killarney area. Hurling from 10 to 11 and Football from 11:15 to 12:15. All welcome, bring a friend! Qualified coaches with an emphasis on fun and making friends. We hope to see everyone there!

LOTTO: Took place on June 5th Numbers drawn were 4, 13, 20, 28 Jackpot of €9,200 was not won. 8 patrons matched 3 and receive €50. Jackpot for draw on June 12th will be €9,500.

Fossa GAA

SENIOR CREDIT UNION COUNTY

LEAGUE: fossa 0-10 Listry 0-16. Fossa were beaten by Listry on Sunday before a large crowd in attendance, Fossa started brightly and raced into a 3-point lead and in a niggly game, the game hinged on 2 decisions, a sending off in the first half and a disallowed goal in the second. The result leaves it all very tight at the top of Div 3, with a single point separating the top 7 teams. Fossa are away to Ballydonoghue next Sunday at 2pm.

U13 BOYS: Fossa U13 boys hosted Ballyduff in the County League Division 5 semi-final. In sun drenched conditions both teams produced some excellent football. First half was quite even but it was the Fossa boys that took their chances to lead at the break 1-4 to 0-1. The Fossa goal was well worked and finished excellently by the busy Ross O’Gorman. At the start of the second

SPORT NOTES

half the Fossa boys got a number of early goals which gave them a good lead heading into the final quarter. Ballyduff never gave up and were unlucky not to raise the green flag themselves when a combination of woodwork and some excellent goal keeping by Gerry Moroney kept them at bay. Kevin Breen, Donnacha Vaughan & Johnny Myers were in fine form in the backs while up front Ross Cronin, Josh Salvador & Ben O’Sullivan worked tirelessly for the team. The final score of 4-9 to 0-3 was not a fair reflection on the effort put in by the Ballyduff boys but was enough to see Fossa into the Division 5 county final.

Glenflesk GAA

LOTTO: There was no winner of Glenflesk Lotto which took place on 31/5 in Glenflesk Hall. Jackpot €3,800. The numbers drawn were 2, 13, 21, 25. Consolation Prizes of €50 to Laurence Kelly, Jim Mahony, Seán O’Donoghue, Dan and Breda Daly. Next draw will take place in Glenflesk Hall on Tuesday 13/6. Please note change of date. Jackpot will be €4,000. 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.

CREDIT UNION SFL DIV 2 RD 9: Glenflesk v St Mary’s, Sun 11th June at 3PM in Glenflesk. Well done last week Glenflesk 1-17 Templenoe 0-16.

CREDIT UNION SFL DIV 5 SHIELD RD 9: Glenflesk B v Laune Rangers B, Sun 11th June at 1pm in Glenflesk. Well done last week Ballylongford 2-8 Glenflesk B 3-15.

KERRY: Congratulations to Chris O’Donoghue and the Kerry team. Kerry 1-14 Cork 0-15.

OSKARS: Thanks to everyone to attended out Information Night last week in the Heights Hotel Killarney. We were absolutely delighted with the turnout. It was great to see some familiar faces from last time around and brilliant to see lots of new people keen to get involved in the OsKaRs 2023. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the casting night on June 12th.

Kilcummin GAA

KILCUMMIN LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB: Kilcummin Ladies Football Club annual church gate collection will be held before masses in Kilcummin on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th June. All support appreciated.

LOTTO: There was no winner on 5th June of the Jackpot for €5000. Numbers drawn were 2, 13, 17, 22. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Sean McCarthy, Firies; John Dunlea; Cait McCarthy, Headford; B&T O’Sullivan, Mastergeeha. The next draw will be Monday 19th June for Jackpot of €5,250.

Listry GAA

LOTTO: Numbers drawn 4, 25, 27, 28. €100 Dermot Mahony. €50 Shannon Howe Rockfield. €50 Jerome Kennedy. €25 Heather Miller. €25 Thomas Blennerhassett. Jackpot €4,650.

SENIORS: Best of luck to our Listry seniors who play Brosna Sunday the 11th June at home family fun on the day, bake sale, face painting all proceeds to the Paul Murphy fundraiser Mitochondrial Myopathy Disease raffle tickets €10 on the day available.

U13: Our U13 A team have made it to the Division 4 Lee Strand County League final opposition time and date TBC.

East Kerry GAA

ALL-IRELAND: Well done to the Kerry team and management on their win over Cork in Championship Group 1 on Saturday.

KERRY MINORS: Congratulations to the Kerry Minor team and management on their victory over Cork in the Munster Minor Championship final.

DYLAN CROWLEY TOURNAMENT: Always a great day for everyone involved, this year’s Tournament takes place on Saturday June 17th. U11 Dylan Crowley Tournament Teams. Div 1 - Rathmore, Firies, Killarney Legion, Glenflesk. Div 2 - Listry, Scartaglin, Currow, Kilcummin. Div 3 - Kilgarvan, Gneeveguilla, Spa, Cordal.

EAST KERRY LEAGUE U17 FINALS: Tatler Jack Bar and Restaurant sponsored East Kerry U17 League Finals. Div 1 - Kenmare v Rathmore. Div 2 - Cordal/Scartaglen v Spa. Div 3 - Fossa v Gneeveguilla. Venue and times to be decided later.

ACORN LIFE U21 COUNTY CHAMPION-

SHIP: East Kerry v South Kerry in Glenbeigh at 7.30pm on Wednesday 21 June.

EAST KERRY CHAMPIONSHIP DRAWS: The O’Donoghue Cup draw, sponsored by the Aquilla Club and Dr. O’Donoghue’s Family, the Father Galvin Cup draw, sponsored by the Aquilla Club and the O’Sullivan Cup draw, sponsored by Killarney Carpet and Furniture Centre will take place on Thursday June 15th at Gleneagle Hotel in the Green room at 8pm.

EXAMS: Good luck to all students from our Clubs starting exams this week.

CONDOLENCES: Sympathies to the families of Michael Lenihan Inchicullane, Killarney, Kerry/Innishannon, Cork, Jeremiah Horan Cahirbarnagh, Rathmore, Kerry and John Cremin Lissyconnor, Rathmore, Kerry on their recent deaths.

Beaufort GAA

FIXTURES: Senior men will be away to Firies next weekend 10th/11th June in round 9, Co League, Division 2 and home to Castleisland Desmonds in Di-

vision 6.

RESULTS: Beaufort 2.09 Laune Rangers 1.15 and Milltown/Castlemaine 2.07 Beaufort 3.12 in senior men’s Co League, round 8.

GOLF CLASSIC: Beaufort G.A.A. Club annual golf classic will be held on Friday, 16th June in Beaufort Golf Club. The main sponsor is MF Decorating. It is a three-person team event, two best Stableford scores at each hole. Markers white (men). Entry fee is €200 per team. Tee box sponsorship is also available for €50. For more information and to book a team or tee box, please contact Colm at 087 6737414.

LOTTO: The next lotto draw for a jackpot of €13,400 will be held in Beaufort Bar on Sunday, 11th June. Tickets are available from usual sellers, shops, and public houses and online at www.beaufortgaa.com. Thank you to everybody who support the lotto.

U13 BOYS: Beaufort 5-09 Glenflesk 413. Beaufort U13s played Glenflesk at home on Sunday evening last 28th May in the division 5 of the County League. Beaufort played excellent football in the second half with the backs shoring up the defence and supplying good ball to forwards who finished off a number of good moves with excellent points and goals. The margin was down to two points as the game entered extra time. Beaufort were very unlucky not to be given the advantage as Luke Foley continued after being fouled to score a goal but the referee call play back to award a Beaufort free. Glenflesk held out to win by the narrowest of margins.

Milltown/Castlemaine GAA

LOTTO: Sponsored by Almas Takeaway, Milltown. The fortnightly club lotto draw took place on Monday, May 29th at the club grounds. There was no jackpot or match 3 winner on this occasion. The numbers drawn were 15, 19, 30 and the bonus ball was 8. Lucky Dip winners were as follows: €50 - Kenny O’Neill, Milltown. €50 - Mary T Cooper, Milltown. €25 - Anthony O’Carroll, Milltown. €25 - Jamie O’Sullivan, Castlemaine. €25 - Jim Stephens, Milltown. €25 - Eric Flynn. Our next club lotto draw is scheduled to take place on Monday, June 12th at 19:30pm 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.

COUNTY LEAGUE: Division 1, Round 8

Result - Milltown/Castlemaine 3-10 (19) Ballymacelligott 3-13 (22). Three goals

including two from the penalty spot by Cathal Moriarty and a point attempt which dropped into the net from Eanna O’Connor saw us take the lead as we headed for injury time in the 2nd half but a late goal from Ballymac deep into stoppage time saw them run out threepoint winners. A tough defeat for our lads after their second half efforts but plenty of learnings to be taken ahead of next weekend’s fixture. Division 6, Round 8 Result - Milltown/Castlemaine ‘B’ 2-07 (13) Beaufort ‘B’ 3-12 (21).

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: President Paul’s Prize to the Ladies - MP – Stroke. Competition played on Sunday 4 June at Killarney (Mahony’s Point). Overall Position Score Placing Countback. 1st Eimear O’Sullivan 94 - 32 = 62, 2nd Eimear O’Donnell 73 - 08 = 65, 3rd Carmel O’Brien 92 - 26 = 66, 4th Sinead Lynch 85 - 19 = 66, 5th Mary Chute 90 - 23 = 67, 6th Nicola O’Mahony 93 - 25 = 68, 7th Mary Lyons 98 - 30 = 68, 8th Tina O’Sullivan 85 - 17 = 68, 9th Roisin Kivlehan 106 - 38 = 68, 10th Margaret Moloney 99 - 30 = 69. Best Gross – Mairead Martin 71. Front 9 -Betty O’Farrell. Back 9 – Amy Arthur. Past Presidents – Louise Langan.

FIXTURE: Next fixture Tralee Exchange.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Men)

RESULTS: President’s Prize. Played Fri 2nd, Sat 3rd & Sun 4th June, on Killeen. Winner Cian O’Connor 6up (15), 2nd Ryan McCarthy 4up (6), 3rd Ted Broderick 4up (14), 4th John Herlihy 3up (7), 5th John O’Callaghan 3up (26), 6th Alan McDermott 3up (7), 7th Jack O’Sullivan 3up (23), 8th Brian O’Keefe 2up (21). Best Gross Stephen O’Neill 72 (+2). Category 1 Sean Moynihan 2up (7). Category 2 Brian Holden 2up (11). Category 3 Mike McAuliffe 2up (15). Category 4 Donal O’Reilly 2up (21). Past President Michael Guerin 9dn (10). Senior Prize Con Healy 1dn (15). Guest Prize Fergal Deasy, Cork Golf Club A/S (3).

Ross Golf Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: President Michael Casey Prize to the Ladies 3rd June 2023. A wonderful evening was had at President Mike Casey’s prize giving on Sunday. Also, great golf was played on Saturday in the President’s prize to the Ladies. Beautiful conditions and superb course. Well done everyone and a special thanks to President Mike Casey. 18 holes: 1st Therese O’Keeffe, 2nd Betty O’Farrell, 3rd Margaret O’Donoghue, 4th Ailish Mulcahy. 9 holes: 1st Mona Looney, 2nd Susan Shorten.

COMPETITIONS: 9- & 18-hole Single Stapleford qualifying Competition Saturday 10th June. Enter via the ClubV1 app. All members welcome WEDNESDAY MORNINGS: Meet and

SPORT NOTES

play every Wednesday morning. Meet in the Ladies locker room no later than 10.30. All members welcome.

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

Ross Golf Club (Men)

RESULTS: On Sunday June 4th our President Michael J Casey held his President’s Prize with a stableford competition. We had a very large field of golfers vying for the top prize in fantastic weather conditions. The course was in excellent condition and the scores were very competitive. The golf was followed by the prizegiving and dinner. The night was rounded off with some music, song and dance. A special thanks to our caterers, Paddy O’Donoghue and his crew, our bar staff and specially to Fionnán and our musicians. The following were the winners: 1st Gerard Murphy (25) 43, 2nd Darren Gaffey (15) 40, 3rd Aaron McCann (19) 40, 4th Michael Barrett (41) 40, 5th Kevin O’Callaghan (10) 39, 6th Jonathan Casey (9) 39, 7th Trevor Nagle (10) 37. Past President’s Prize Con O’Mahony. Best Nine Holes Jim Morris. Seniors (O/70) Tadhg McCarthy. Div 11st Stephen Broderick, 2nd Peter Wickham. Div 2 - 1st Timmy Kelly, 2nd Johnny Brosnan. Div 3 - 1st Mark Griffin, 2nd Guttorm Baadsvik.

SCRAMBLE: On Friday June 2nd we held our 3rd Friday Evening Mixed Scramble with a large number of golfers participating. The winning teams were: 1st Michael J O’Connor. Seamus McCarthy, Elaine Casey, Michael Barrett. 2nd John Ivory, Humphrey Kerins, Stephen Heelan. 3rd Cormac O’Donoghue, Doreen Brosnan, Brain O’Connor. 4th Dan Cronin, Andy Cole, Mary McGuire, Maurice Coffey.

SENIORS: The Ross Seniors results from May 25th were: 1st Brian O’Connor, 2nd Denis Desmond, 3rd Tadhg McCarthy.

FIXTURES: On Friday June 9th we will hold our 10-hole mixed scramble with a shotgun start at 6.15pm sharp. Please be at the Clubhouse or have your name on the entry sheet before 6pm to participate in the scramble. The scramble will be followed by food which can be ordered and paid for before the scramble.

Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: 3rd/4th June - StablefordSponsored by Murphy’s Bar & Restaurant. Overall Winner: Maura Kennedy (50) 38 pts. Division 1 Winner: Colleen Coffey (21) 37 pts. Division 2 Winner: Marie Flood (28) 38 pts.

FIXTURES: 10th/11th June - Stableford in aid of Play in Pink - Sponsored by Hayfield Cottage.

Beaufort Golf Club (Men)

RESULTS: 3rd/4th June - Round 2 Golfer of The Year & 3Ts - Sponsored by Killarney Medals & Trophies. 1st Alexander Verget (7) 40 pts, 2nd John Murphy (23) 39 pts, 3rd Julian Brown (12) 38 pts.

FIXTURES: 10th/11th June - Stableford (White or Yellow Tees) in aid of Play in Pink Charity - Sponsored by Killorglin Investments.

Castlerosse Golf Club (Ladies)

RESULTS: 2nd/3rd June. 18H – 1st Kitty

O’Grady 41 pts (45), 2nd Nuala Ward 36 pts (48). 9H - 1st Chan Martin 18 pts (9), 2nd Claire Horgan 18 pts (17), 3rd Erina MacSweeney 18 pts (17). Congratulations to all the winners.

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

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND: SundayFirst Nett: Mike O’Leary & Denis Looney, Gross: Gearoid Cronin & Shane Doona, Second Nett, John Murphy & Niall

O’Loughlin. Monday - First Nett: Mark

O’Shea & Sean O’Brien, Gross: Sean O’Brien & Sean Ashe, Second Nett: Dave Spillane & Dan Kiely. Hole-In-One: Dave Spillane (15th Hole).

NATIONAL MATCHPLAY: Unfortunately, it was a First Round defeat for John McGrath in the Men’s event last week in St Bridget’s as he lost out to Kilkenny’s Kevin Knox by 2&1.

CLUB STROKEPLAY: Sponsored by Charlie Foleys Bar, takes place this weekend. Full details will be sent out by Club Text to members in advance and will also be on Facebook page.

BOB CASEY: The final round takes place in Newmarket next Tuesday evening June 13th. The Tim Scannell Memorial Inter-Club Matchplay begins the following Tuesday evening in Listowel.

COUNTY STROKEPLAY: Forms for both are now out. The Adult event takes place in Listowel on Sunday June 18th while the U16 event takes place on our course on Saturday July 1st.

Killarney Valley AC

MASTERS: Day 2 of the Munster Masters, Seniors, Juniors & U23 Championships was held last Monday in Templemore. In the Masters, Alan Delaney won the M40 High Jump and Michael Murphy came 2nd in the M55 Long Jump while Derek Pyne came 1st in the M40 Long Jump and 2nd in the M40 200m. Ciara Kennelly won the U23 High Jump with 1.70m. Dara Looney won the U20 Long Jump and came 3rd in the Senior Triple Jump. Eoin O’Reilly won the U20 3000m while Cian Spillane won the U20 800m and Grace O’Meara came 2nd in the U20 3000m.

MARATHON: KVAC had 3 athletes competing in the Cork City Marathon, Half Marathon and 10k on Sunday in blistering heat. Paul Doolan finished the Marathon in 3 Hrs 8 mins. Donald O’Sullivan ran the half marathon in 1 Hr 28 mins and Noel Rice ran the 10K in 38 mins.

SCHOOLS: The Irish Schools Track & Field Championships were held on Saturday in Tullamore. Jason O’Reilly won the Intermediate 400m. Oisin Lynch came 2nd in the Senior 800m. Cian O’Brien came 3rd in the Intermediate 200m. Bartek Zglinski came 3rd in the Senior High Jump. Jason O’Reilly, Cian Lynch, Alex Hennigan and Oisin Lynch won the 4x400m Senior Boys Relay representing St. Brendan’s College. Congrats and well done to all.

CAMP: Our Kids Summer Camp is booking out fast. It is live on our website with 6 weeks to choose from and caters for kids aged 5-12yrs. Book early to avoid disappointment.

INFO: All information on Training Schedules are on our website www.killarneyvalleyac.ie

Fossa Rowing Club

CONGRATULATIONS: Well done to our crew who competed at ‘An Rás Mór’, the ocean to city race in cork on Saturday.

TRAINING: Anyone interested in training for Killarney Regatta please call to the Old Church in Fossa on Mondays at 7.15pm.

Fossa Bridge Club

RESULTS: Thursday, June 1st. 1st Mary Murray and Karen O’Keeffe, 2nd Evelyn O’Leary and Mary Gleeson, 3rd Doreen Brosnan and Anne Clerkin. Congratulation to our winners. Bridge next Thursday at 9.45, Ross Cafe, Upper Lewis Road. We look forward to seeing you there. If you have any queries phone 087 6465416.

Listry

AGM: Listry Community Council CLG held its Annual General Meeting on Thursday 1st June at 8.30pm. Thank you to Gene Finn of Camp Community Council Ltd which just received gold medal, was Guest Speaker on the night. Two of the founding members/Directors of Listry Community Council retired at AGM. Secretary Patricia Green Doona and Chairman Tony Darmody, and their Legacy is the beautiful community centre and the range of quality services available in Listry today. Tony Darmody was recipient of the O’Shea award for his outstanding service To Listry Community Council GLG and our Community. Obviously, it goes without saying that we owe an enormous debt to Tony for what for what he has done for the community for number of years and particularly, the last few years. He has been a dedicated man for his community. We were delighted to welcome onto

Listry community council seven new members and two new directors at the AGM. New members always welcome. Thanks to John O’Donoghue and staff of Moriarty/Murphy Auditors and Accountants for their work. The following officer were elected on the night. Chairman: Jerry Fitzgerald. Vice Chairman: Ted Scannell. Secretary Sinead Buckley. Assist Secretary: Aisling Murphy. Treasurer: Tracey Breen. Assist Treasurer: Cathriona Doody O’Connor. PRO: Cathriona Doody O’Connor. Also, Votes sympathy was passed to bereaved families and friends. Tony Horgan of Lissivane west. Sean O’Riordan of Ballydribeen, Killarney. Thomas Spillane of Knockavota, Milltown. Bridie Mangan of Killderry, Milltown. Gene Moriarty of Lackabane, Fossa. May their souls rest in peace Kilcummin

CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION: Corpus Christi Procession will take place in the Millennium Community Park on the 11th June after 11.30am Mass. The Rosary will be recited during the Procession, we invite and appeal to parishioners and all parish committees and groups to lead the procession as well as our Confirmation and our Holy Communion children and their families. We welcome all who are visiting our Parish to join us for this special occasion.

KILCUMMIN CCÉ: Kilcummin CCÉ wish the very best of luck to all of our members who are competing in Fleadh Cheoil Chiarraí in Ballybunion over the weekends of June 10/11 and June 17/18. The timetable of events for all supporters wishing to attend is available on kerrycomhaltas.ie.

RAMBLING HOUSE: Rambling house at Heritage Centre Scartaglen Monday 12th June at 8pm. Refreshments served; all are welcome.

KILCUMMIN LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB: Kilcummin Ladies football Club annual church gate collection will be held before masses in Kilcummin on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th June. All support appreciated.

KILCUMMIN COMMUNITY GAMES: Kilcummin Community Games will hold a flag day in Killarney on Saturday 17th June from 10am to 6pm. We are asking parents/guardians to donate an hour or two of their time to ensure the day runs successfully. Can all those willing to help call Helen at Kilcummin Rural Development office on 064 6643357 with hours of availability, or message Kilcummin Community Games Facebook page. Many thanks for your continued support.

CEMETERY MASSES: Cemetery Masses will be celebrated in Holy Cross on Wednesday 5th July at 8pm; & Old Kilcummin on Wednesday 2nd Aug at 8pm. Please pass on these dates to family & friends outside the parish.