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Killarney mourns tragic loss of teenage girl
Isabelle’s gift was her life and that’s how she will be remembered.
Those were the words spoken by Fr Kieran O'Brien as he celebrated her funeral mass on Monday afternoon. Killarney rallied around the O’Callaghan family this week as the town celebrated the cherished life of Isabelle O’Callaghan, a seventeen-year-old girl who tragically lost her life on Thursday.
Isabelle was riding her horse on Thursday evening when tragedy struck at her home in Rockfield.
Fondly known as Izzy by her family and friends, Isabelle was remembered as a beautiful young woman who wore a big smile every day. She had a deep love for nature, the land, and animals — a love that reflected her generous spirit. Isa-
belle radiated kindness and goodness, qualities that shone through in all aspects of her daily life. When she received kindness, she returned it twice over. That was simply the kind of person she was. Her teachers described her as quiet but confident, and she had many friends in school. She was a daily caller to her grandparents, with whom she shared a close bond. Izzy had a strong work ethic. She was known to be up at the crack of dawn, as there was always work to be done. She loved horses, it was more than just a hobby, it was her vocation. She lived and breathed horses, and although she was only 17, she was well known and respected in equine circles. She travelled the country
for competitions, and the horse box was known to come out at any time of the day or night. Her grandfather Jimmy recalled watching her ride her horse late into the night. Izzy had achieved so much in such a short amount of time. Fr Kieran posed a question to the congregation – what is an accident? He said it’s something that’s not meant to happen. He reminded those gathered that tragedies like this force us to pause and reflect — to cherish what we have, to remember that life is a gift. It can change in an instant, without warning, and it is incredibly fragile. Fr Kieran offered words of strength to the O’Callaghan family, urging them never to give up in the wake of this unimaginable loss. He reminded them that the entire Killarney community stands with them, and they will always be supported in the wake of the loss of their beautiful daughter.
New mayor aims to protect traditional shopfronts
Concerns have been raised about the appearance of shopfronts in Killarney, with fears that the town centre could become "tacky."
It is understood that Westport in County Mayo is the only Municipal District that has moved to protect traditional shop fronts, and the newly elected Mayor of Killarney, Cllr Martin Grady, wants Killarney to follow suit.
At Friday's Killarney Municipal District Meeting, Mayor Grady passed a motion asking "That Kerry County Council would formulate a policy relating to shopfronts in Killarney Municipal District to ensure conformity in their appearance."
Mayor Grady stated that the current policy has too many exemptions and not enough restrictions.
He pointed out that planning permission is not required to change shopfronts unless the use of the building changes. He said it was difficult for people to hang a flower basket in town, yet some retail shops display bright colours, neon lights, and various items in their windows.
He fears that if this continues, Killarney will "lose its character and become tacky."
In response to the motion, a council official replied that Kerry County Council has already published detailed Shopfront Design Guidelines.
These guidelines offer advice on materials, colours, signage, lighting, advertising, and how a shop front relates to nearby buildings. These guidelines are available on the Council’s website.
The late Isabelle O'Callaghan. Photo: RIP.ie
Mayor Martin Grady wants to ensure that Killarney retains traditional shopfronts like these in the town centre.
Park-and-Ride plans progress
A new park-and-ride system for Killarney moved a step closer last Friday, as Kerry County Council confirmed key details of the long-discussed shuttle bus service at the latest Killarney Municipal District meeting.
The Council confirmed that the service will operate three buses, seven days a week, from 6am to 11pm.
It will follow a Smart Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) model, which allows flexible routing and scheduling based on real-time requests from passengers. The system will provide corner-to-corner pick-up and drop-off across Killarney town. It is being overseen by Kerry Local Link and funded by the National Transport Authority (NTA).
Councillor John O’Donoghue raised the issue, asking whether the Council had identified suitable locations on the outskirts of the town to operate a park-andride system.
He said urgent action is needed. “It is impossible to believe that traffic congestion around the town could be worse than it is at the moment, particularly during the summer months,” he said. “In this respect, Killarney is a victim of its own success.”
He added: “The traffic is caused by motor vehicles, and the more people we can get out of their cars and into public transport or on a bicycle, the less traffic we will have in town. This system will not suit everybody all of the time, but I believe that were a public transport system put in place, many would use it. It is some
months since we were first told about this and I would like to think it will be in place before the height of this year’s tourist season.”
In its reply, the Council stated: “The Smart DRT project proposed for Killarney is characterised by flexible routing and scheduling that reacts dynamically to requests from passengers. It will focus on inter-urban trip demand within Killarney town.”
Regarding the park-and-ride system, the Council said that “Park and Stride” options are included in the Killarney Local Transport Plan but specific locations have yet to be confirmed.
Councillor Brendan Cronin questioned whether dedicated bus lanes would be available to allow the service to operate efficiently.
The Council responded: “The installation of bus lanes is desirable in making public transport more efficient where land availability permits. With new developments in traffic management technologies, traffic signal installations can be programmed to positively bias movement of public transport vehicles even without bus lanes.”
Routes for the shuttle service are currently being reviewed, and the system is expected to be launched shortly.
Much-needed bypass progress debated in Dáil
The long-awaited Killarney to Farranfore bypass was again the subject of Dáil debate this week, with local TD Michael Cahill pushing for its advancement.
Deputy Michael Cahill (Fianna Fáil) highlighted the daily traffic issues in Killarney. He stated that residents miss trains, buses, and appointments due to gridlock.
He cited Killarney's role as Ireland's tourism capital, attracting many foreign visitors and that the town's success has led to significant traffic problems.
"It is of the utmost importance that the Government continues to support the Killarney to Farranfore project financially, planning-wise," Deputy Cahill said, confirming that €3 million has already been allocated this year by Minister for Transport, Deputy Darragh O'Brien. Cahill described getting around Killarney as a "nightmare daily,".
He said taxi drivers' experience hour-long delays travelling a few kilometre from Lissivigeen to Fossa.
Seán Canney (Independent TD, Galway East), responding on behalf of the Minister for Transport, confirmed the N22 Killarney to Farranfore project is included
in the National Development Plan (NDP).
He noted that €1 million in funding has been provided for its development in 2025 as part of the €502 million Exchequer capital funds allocated for national roads this year. Canney stated the project is at the route options selection stage, with the preferred transport solution having been presented to the public in November 2024.
Design works are ongoing, and ground investigation works are expected to begin shortly. Canney assured that the project remains part of the NDP and has received sufficient funding to complete its route options phase.
He added that the delivery program for the N22 Killarney to Farranfore project will be reviewed annually within TII's overall funding envelope.
Deputy Canney acknowledged Killarney’s importance and the project’s significance. "I do not believe we would be spending money on a project if we were not going to deliver it," he said. "It should be at the very top of the political priority list," Deputy Cahill added vowing to "hammer this issue again and again in here until such time as it is delivered.”
Fossa road issues set to be replicated at Ballycasheen
Concerns were raised this week that issues from the recent Fossa road improvements, which caused problems due to narrow lanes, were not being considered for a similar major junction at the other side of Killarney town.
Plans have been put forward for a new six-metre road lane from Ballycasheen to Daly’s, despite ongoing difficulties in Fossa.
Danny Healy-Rae discussed the matter in the Dail on Wednesday.
He highlighted that the national primary road from the Cork side into Killarney, which uses Daly's roundabout and the old bypass, handles around 40,000 vehicles daily.
While the roundabout itself worked well, traffic queues often stretched
for miles from both the Cork Road and Tralee Road into Killarney.
The new plan also includes two cycleways and footpaths.
Crucially, the carriageway was to be narrowed to six metres. Healy-Rae argued this width was not enough for today's vehicles and believed the suggested €3 million cost would be much higher. Healy-Rae also noted that a similar project in Fossa involved narrowing the N72, the national secondary road. There, two large vehicles struggled to pass each other, often having to stop. He expressed serious concerns about applying such a design to the N22, a national primary road, at Ballycasheen. Before the project at Daly's roundabout went ahead requested that the Department of Transport review the project with officials.
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Collette Andre O’Riordan, Managing Director of The Heights Hotel, Killarney with Sean O’Sullivan and his son Gary along with residents of Whitebridge Manor
at the unveiling of the Defibrillator Project in Whitebridge Manor Es-
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Heights Hotel supports Whitebridge Manor Defibrillator project
The Heights Hotel has become a key sponsor of the Whitebridge Manor Defibrillator project.
The project was launched after a medical emergency in the area earlier this year.
Following Seán Óg O’Sullivan's sudden cardiac arrest at home, residents in Whitebridge Manor began fundraising for a publicly accessible defibrillator.
The Heights Hotel covered the entire cost of the defibrillator and its outdoor heated box, which is now installed in the centre of the estate.
The project, spearheaded by Seán Óg’s brother Gary, also raised over €4,600 through a GoFundMe campaign.
These additional funds will be divided equally among three organisations: Killarney Cardiac First Response Unit, The Michael Lenihan Heartsafe Campaign, and Brú Columbanus at Cork University Hospital.
Collette Andre O’Riordan, Managing Director of The Heights Hotel, recently
visited the new installation with Whitebridge residents. She stated the hotel’s commitment to the project extends to sponsoring community CPR and First Aid training by providing venue space and necessary equipment. The hotel also plans to host an awareness coffee morning soon to further support cardiac response and community preparedness.
“We are delighted to have been able to support such an important community led project,” said Collette. “The swift response from local residents shows the power of community spirit. We hope this inspires others across Killarney, Kerry, and beyond to prepare and train, because it truly can save lives.”
The Heights Hotel intends to continue supporting local initiatives and will host community cardiac training and awareness events in the coming months.
Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle to honour Paddy O’Donoghue
Saturday’s Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle will be officially started by a member of Paddy O’Donoghue’s family.
The late Paddy from Muckross was a founding member of the iconic event. Mr O’Donoghue, 81, passed away in early June following a road collision in Kilgarvan.
A retired Kerry County Council engineer known as 'Paddy the Engineer', he was a participant and fundraiser for the annual
charity cycle since its beginning in 1982. Cathal Walshe, PRO of the Ring of Kerry Cycle said: “He was a fantastic supporter of the annual charity cycle since it's inception back in the 80s. A regular participant and wonderful fundraiser for whatever charity he chose. Paddy loved a challenge in whatever he undertook and was the epitome of what the event was all about. We miss the banter and craic but he won't ever be forgotten. This year's event will be dedicated to his memory on July 5. His likes will never be seen again.”
Jessica Courtney Leen to step down from West End House School of Arts
Jessica Courtney Leen has announced her decision to step down as Creative Director of the West End House School of Arts.
The announcement was made last week at the Donie Courtney Memorial showcase.
Courtney Leen stated, "This will be my last showcase with West End House as Creative Director as I will finish up my time in Killarney in late August.
The last three years have been special and meaningful beyond words to me; I thank you for all of your continued support for our wonderful artistic community here at West End House." Her departure marks the end of a three-year tenure during which she led the creative direction of the Killarney-based arts institution. For more on Donie Courtney Memorial showcase see page 35.
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Truffle Honey wins gold for catering at Killarney Golf Club
The catering firm was awarded the Gold Medal for Club or Society Franchised Caterer of the Year at the inaugural Gold Medal Catering Awards.
The awards gala took place last week and recognised top caterers across Ireland. Truffle Honey stated this award celebrated their team’s dedication to providing good food, service, and hospitality at Killarney Golf Club.
The Gold Medal Catering Awards were created to highlight high standards in the Irish catering industry. They received over 150 entries in its first year, covering 20 categories including contract, healthcare, and events catering.
Entrants were judged through site assessments, mystery dining, and interviews by an independent panel.
Trish Murphy, Head of Sales and Sponsorships at Ashville Media said: “The calibre of entries in this first year was nothing short of incredible. We launched this programme with the intention of recognising true excellence in Irish catering, and I think we’ve already exceeded expectations. These winners haven’t just met the standard, they’ve set it.”
New Parish Priest for Fossa
The Parish of Fossa is preparing to welcome a new spiritual leader with the announcement of Fr Noel Spring as its new Parish Priest.
This appointment is part of a series of changes made by Bishop Ray Browne within the Diocese of Kerry, set to take effect on July 16.
Fr Spring will be moving to Fossa from Castletownbere.
He will succeed Fr Niall Geaney, who is retiring from his role as Parish Priest of Fossa this year, having dedicated over
fifty years of service.
Bishop Browne said: "This year three priests retire. Each has ministered as a priest for fifty years and more. We thank God for their service. We wish them happiness, good health and every blessing in retirement. The great challenge is for priests and parishioners together to be in a position to have the fullness of parish life in all our parishes. Let us face that challenge with confidence.”
These new appointments across the Diocese of Kerry will become effective on Wednesday,
Local charity celebrates sporting memories in Killarney
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland recently hosted an event celebrating cherished sporting memories in Killarney.
The event took place in Clann Housing, Coill na Darrach last Saturday where guests shared stories, photographs, and memorabilia. Attendees on the day included the newly elected Mayor of Killarney Martin Grady, John 'Don' O’Donoghue and Fr Anthony Dukes.
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland memories initiative aims to harness the power
of sport to spark memories and create connections with people living with dementia.
John Don O'Donoghue, a joint organiser of the event, said these events are important for those who suffer with dementia. He added: "They offer people a meaningful way to reconnect, not just with their memories, but with each other. We’ve seen first-hand how powerful it can be when someone’s face lights up remembering a match, a goal, or a moment they thought was long forgotten.
Fr Niall Geaney PP Fossa cutting a cake to mark his 50 years in the Priesthood pictured with Bishop Ray Browne at the Fossa Community Centre, Fossa last year. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin
Vanessa Barbudy, Anthony Henry, John 'Don' O Donoughue, Tony Henry, Fr Anthony Jukes, Mayor Killarney MD Cllr Martin Grady, Brian McCarthy, John Verrmigilo.
Final preparations ahead of European Golf Championship
Killarney Golf & Fishing Club is entering the final stretch of preparations as it gets set to host the European Amateur Team Championship from July 8–12 on its Killeen Course.
The championship returns to Killarney exactly 50 years after it was first held at the venue in 1975.
Sixteen national teams from across Europe will compete, with each team made up of six of the continent’s top amateur golfers.
This is the second time the championship has been held in Killarney, and the first time it has been staged in Ireland since 1997, when it was hosted at Portmarnock.
Ireland last won the event in 2008 and will be looking to use home advantage to challenge again this year.
Head Greenkeeper Enda Murphy added that the course has been fine-tuned to deliver true championship conditions, with particular focus on green speed, definition, and overall presentation. The championship format includes two rounds of stroke play, followed by three
rounds of match play to determine the winners. Past participants in the event include Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry.
Head Greenkeeper, Enda Murphy, said:
‘Preparing the Killeen Course for the European Amateur Team Championship has been both an exciting and, at times, a demanding process. Our goal has been to elevate every aspect of the course to true championship standard from the speed and consistency of the greens to the definition of all areas on the course.
We’ve invested a lot of time and effort to ensure that the course not only looks pristine but plays to the highest competitive expectations. We are proud of the results and can’t wait to see Europe’s best amateur players take on the course for this elite competition.’
The event will bring hundreds of visitors to the town and is expected to generate a strong boost for local tourism.
Michael Healy-Rae goes back to school!
Minister of State Michael HealyRae TD visited Nagle Rice National School in Milltown last week to celebrate the school’s achievements in food education and environmental awareness.
Nagle Rice NS was recognised for its creativity and hands-on approach to the 2024 GIY SuperValu Let’s GROW programme, particularly through the development of its award-winning sensory garden, Tadhg’s Garden. During the visit, Minister Healy-Rae met with pupils, staff, and representatives from GIY, commending the school’s on-
going commitment and highlighting the importance of further initiatives like GIY’s Grow at School programme, which helps young people understand where food comes from and how they can positively shape their environment.
GIY are on a mission to secure a national food education initiative by securing funding to provide a garden-based programme in every primary school in Ireland. The aim is to embed practical food literacy and sustainability into the national education system, equipping young people with the skills, knowledge, and mindset to make healthier and more environmentally conscious food choices.
Unannounced HIQA Inspection at Linden House
Linden House, a designated centre for International Protection Seekers, has been the subject of an unannounced inspection by the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA).
The report indicates that Linden House demonstrated compliance across several key areas of care and operation.
Inspectors found that safeguarding and safety measures were in place, with residents feeling safe and staff aware of
reporting procedures for concerns. Individual assessment and care plans were in use and regularly reviewed, ensuring care was tailored to residents' needs. Residents' rights were upheld, allowing for choice and respecting privacy, with access to advocacy services available. Furthermore, the inspection noted good practices in food and nutrition, with residents enjoying meals and having choices. The workforce and staffing levels were found to be sufficient, with appropriate skills and training for staff.
The centre's facilities were also deemed clean, comfortable, and well-maintained.
However, the report identified areas requiring improvement, leading to partial compliance ratings in Governance and Management, Risk Management, and Fire Safety. Under Governance and Management, while overall oversight was good, the provider's system for implementing fire safety management and managing premises-related risks needed strengthening.
Regarding Risk Management, identified risks, particularly those linked to fire safety and the premises, were not always fully mitigated or reviewed effectively. The Fire Safety regulation specifically noted issues such as some fire doors not closing correctly. The report stated that the fire safety management system needed to be more robust to ensure all identified risks were addressed and reviewed. Linden House has since developed an action plan to address these issues.
Mary Bishop (Head of Education, GIY), Minister of State for Forestry, Farm Safety and Horticulture Michael Healy-Rae,Caroline Cooke (Head of Corporate Partnerships, GIY), Aileen O'Dowd (Principal, Nagle Rice N.S.), Jan Kerins (Staff, Nagle Rice N.S.), and students of Nagle Rice National School, Milltown.
At the launch of the Celebration of Killarney and American Friendship were Cllr Maura Healy-Rae, Noel Kennelly, Heineken (sponsor), Pattrick O’Sullivan Green and Diarmuid Leen (chairman). Photo: Eamonn Keogh
Town set for bumper street celebration
A truly spectacular street celebration with marching bands, magnificent floats, power-packed motorcycles, favourite Disney characters, cheerleaders, dancers and so much more will bring Killarney town centre to life on this Friday night as the town celebrates its centuries old friendship with the people of America.
Earlier on the day, at 5.00pm, an 18-strong visiting choir from the Church of St Alphonsus and St Patrick, in the Archdiocese of Chicago, will perform on
the steps of St Mary’s Church of Ireland while, throughout the afternoon, there will be free fun activities for children on the streets of Killarney, including face painting, balloon art and cartoon characters joined by the famous man on stilts.
The distinctive beat of the drum will sound on College Square with a family friendly interactive drum experience that evening with a bumper street celebration scheduled to get underway at 7.00pm with a spectacular street show for what promises to be a wonderful eve of Ring of Kerry Cycle party as Killarney welcomes thousands of charity champions to town.
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Celebrating the life and times of McShain family
For the second year running, the centuries-old bonds between the people of Killarney and the people of America will be appropriately acknowledged in a Celebration of Irish American Friendship this week.
With the 100-year anniversary of the opening of Killarney National Park – gifted to Killarney by the Bourn-Vincent and McShain families – scheduled for 2032, Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce initiated a programme in 2023 to acknowledge that landmark occasion and to celebrate past and present links.
One of the highlights of this year’s programme, commencing at 5.00pm on Friday, July 4, will see the remarkable life story of John McShain, the man who built Washington and then went on to buy Killarney, re-enacted in word, music and song and by multi-media at the ANAM Arts and Cultural Centre.
The top class production, scripted by Noel P O’Sullivan and produced, directed and narrated by performing arts school owner Fiona Crowley, will chart the life and times of the McShain family, their time in Killarney and their very special legacy in the town.
Showcasing the finest of Killarney talent, the event will feature the magnificent voice of Mary Culloty O’Sullivan, the musical genius of Tomy Flaherty, the thought-provoking poetry of Tim Buckley and so much more.
A native of Philadelphia and the youngest son of Derry-born Catholic emigrants, construction tycoon John McShain was the main contractor in the $4.25 million reconstruction of the White House during
the Truman years, from 1949-1952. He was also responsible for the construction of the Pentagon, the Jefferson Memorial, the Roosevelt Library at Hyde Park, the JFK Centre for Performing Arts, Washington National Airport and many other notable US landmarks.
A regular visitor to Killarney with his wife Mary and their daughter, Sr Pauline, they acquired some magnificent properties, including Killarney House in the 1950s.
In 1973, the McShains gifted Innisfallen Island, Ross Castle and 8,000 acres of parkland, mountains and lake to the State and an agreement was reached that, when they passed on, Killarney House and Gardens would be given to the Irish Government for a nominal sum.
John McShain died in 1989 and when his wife, Mary, passed away in 1998, their daughter Pauline, a US based nun, carried out her father’s wishes and handed the keys and the deeds of the property to the people.
Holy Cross Mercy bids farewell to three long-serving teachers
Holy Cross Mercy School said goodbye to three dedicated educators: Deputy Principal Anne Lucey and Assistant Principals Judy O’Mahony and Lucy O’Mahony.
They retired after a combined 112 years of teaching service.
On Thursday, last week, the school community gathered to mark their commitment.
As the school day ended, pupils and staff formed a guard of honour for Anne, Judy, and Lucy as they left the school for the last time.
The children sang a special song for the teachers.
Later that evening, school staff and members of the Board of Management met at the Killarney Plaza Hotel to celebrate the retirees' careers.
Michael Coghlan, Chairperson of the Board of Management, presented gifts to Anne, Judy, and Lucy on behalf of the Board, thanking them for their significant contribution to the school. Colleagues also made presentations to mark their service.
Torc Centre receives funding for stress reduction courses
Torc Community & Family Resource Centre has been awarded €6,562 to run Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction courses.
This funding comes from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine's dedicated farm safety budget. Minister of State for Forestry, Farm Safety and Horticulture, Michael Healy-Rae TD, announced the successful projects that were chosen after an open call for proposals earlier this year, focusing on farm safety, health, and wellbeing.
Speaking at the Teagasc Moorepark Dairy Open Day, Minister Healy-Rae said: “I
JYSK to open Deerpark store
Danish furniture and homeware retailer JYSK is set to open its second store in Kerry, located in Deerpark Retail Park, Killarney.
The new outlet is scheduled to welcome customers this September and is expected to create up to ten new jobs for the area.
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lished a presence in Kerry with its store in Manor West, Tralee, which opened in 2021.
JYSK launched its operations in Ireland in April 2019 and has since been expanding its network by recently opening a shop in Tullamore County Offaly.
The company operates around 3,000 stores worldwide and has long-term plans to open as many as 50 stores across the country.
The Killarney store is expected to create ten jobs.
am pleased with the broad range of approaches the projects employ to support farmers, farming families, farm workers and agricultural contractors, and in particular the positive response to the call for the provision of health and wellbeing checks, tractor driving awareness training for children over 14 years of age and chainsaw training.
“The projects also highlight to the wider farming community how the challenges around farm safety, health and wellbeing that they face can be tackled."
The funded projects cover areas such as farm safety, physical and mental health for farmers, and related events.
Following national trials held in University College Dublin in May 19, Killarney's Darcy Louise Tangney has earned a spot on the National Volleyball Under 18's Team and progressed to the National Pathways Squad. Darcy Louise started her volleyball journey with St Bridget Secondary School and then further developed her skills at Killarney Phoenix Volleyball Club, where Head coach Stefen and his team provided support during weekly training in St Mary’s Parish Hall. She now has a busy training schedule, primarily at Maynooth University.
Pictured from left to right: Michael Coghlan, Chairperson of the Board of Management, Edel Cronin, Board of Management, Anne Lucey, Deputy Principal, Lucy O’Mahony, Assistant Principal, Judy O’Mahony, Assistant Principal and Alice Davern, Principal.
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Loreto classmates celebrate over 60 years of friendship
A group of Killarney classmates gathered at the International Hotel on Saturday to celebrate 60 years since their school days.
They travelled from Florida, Philadelphia, Galway, Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Kerry to mark the monumental occasion.
The former schoolmates attended Loreto Secondary School, a boarding school located on the Muckross Road, from 1960–1965. It was run by nuns and the school welcomed both day pupils and boarders. The day pupils were from Killarney and the boarders came from all around Munster.
Margaret O’Sullivan, a past pupil and one of the organisers of the reunion, reminisced on her time at the boarding school. “It could be lonely being away from family and friends,” she said, “but it was a happy time in our lives.” She remembered the nuns fondly, describing them as “lovely,” and spoke positively about the quality of both the lessons and the food.
The school principal was Mother Dererka. A few notable teachers included Mother Eucharia who taught French, Frances Jerome and Letitia (Music). Mother Theresa Austin and Mother Immaculata taught Maths. “The nuns were all called Mother” explained Margaret as she listed off the names of her old teachers. While the students were taught mostly by nuns there was one teacher, Miss O’Sullivan, who taught History and Geography.
The travel route to the school differed based on where the students lived in Killarney. Margaret recalled how the ‘town girls’ travelled to school. “It was by a minibus driven by a lovely man called
Denis Doody, and the Muckross and Torc gang all came via bike.”
She continued: “10 out of the 30 pupils in our year would have been Day girls. The Town/Muckross Torc girls at the Reunion were Betty Cremin, Breda Doody, Kathleen Horgan, Anne Maguire, Nell Moynihan, Honor O’Leary, Margaret O’Sullivan and Eileen Walsh.”
Margaret, who is originally from Killarney, got to experience the school in both ways as she attended as a boarder for two years. She explained that 20-30 students were in the same dormitory and all subjects were taught through Irish. She recalled some interesting memories
from the school. These included Saturday morning elocution lessons and inhouse fashion shows. The school also boasted a lovely choir. She described it as a very forward-thinking school.
Fifteen women attended the school reunion, including one who travelled from Florida and another from Philadelphia.
On the night, the ladies enjoyed prosecco, good food and a singsong, all while reminiscing about their happy school memories.
Explaining how the reunion came about, Margaret said it all began with a chance encounter in 2013:
“I was in Rome on the Hugh O’Flaherty
tour and happened to meet a lady at one of the destinations. It turned out to be a former classmate of mine, Ann Moriarty. We got chatting, and she said our 50year reunion was coming up in 2015. She asked would I organise something for it. She was a nun, based in the Loreto order in South Africa. I gathered a few of the girls in Killarney, and we celebrated our 50th anniversary in 2015. We decided to do it again for our 60th this year.” Unfortunately, Ann passed away a few years ago but Margaret said that Ann was the reason for the reunion. The group hope to make it an annual meeting moving forward.
Former Loreto Secondary School students celebrating their 60th Anniversary: Eileen Walsh McMahon, Honor O’Leary, Nell Moynihan, Betty Cremin, Kathleen Horgan, Margaret O’Sullivan, Dympna Clifford (second row from left) Phil Sigerson, Aine MaGuire, Ita Kearney (back from left) Maureen Scannell, Philomena McDonnell, Breda Doody, Noranne O’Connell and Anne O’Connell at the International Hotel, Killarney on Saturday. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin
20th season of Spraoi Chiarraí summer concerts
Spraoi Chiarraí will celebrate its 20th anniversary this summer with a series of free traditional Irish music concerts.
The youth performance group, made up of young traditional musicians, singers, dancers, and storytellers from Kerry, will begin their 2025 programme on Saturday July 5 at St Mary’s Church of Ireland at 8pm.
Four indoor concerts will take place at this venue throughout July and August. An open-air concert will also take place at Killarney House in the National Park on Saturday August 16 at 2pm. The outdoor event will include Irish dancing and live storytelling.
This year’s programme features a variety of traditional instruments including fiddle, harp, accordion, flute, whistle, Uilleann pipes, guitar, harmonica, and bodhrán. Maighread Ní Luúasa’s music school from Ballynoe, Fermoy, will lead the opening night, joined by folk musician and producer Tim O’Shea.
The aim of Spraoi Chiarraí is to provide young performers with real concert experience and promote traditional Irish culture to both locals and visitors.
CONCERT SCHEDULE –SPRAOI CHIARRAÍ 2025 (ALL SATURDAYS)
St. Mary’s Church of Ireland (Indoor, 8pm):
July 5, July 26, August 2, August 23 Killarney House (Outdoor, 2pm): August 16
The events are supported by Kerry County Council, Killarney Municipal District, the Arts Office, Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, and Kerry Gems Publishing.
All shows are free and open to the public. For more information, visit www. timosheaandfriends.com or contact Tim O’Shea at 087 2814550.
Alzheimer Society to host free family carer course
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland will host a free seven-week course for family carers and supporters of people with dementia in Killarney.
The ‘Insights into Dementia - Informing and Empowering Family Carers’ course will take place at the Killarney Plaza Hotel and Spa, Kenmare Place. Sessions will be held on Wednesdays,
Killarney Pickleball Club to hold open day
Killarney Pickleball Club will host an open evening on Wednesday, July 9 at Kilcummin National School from 6pm to 8pm.
The event is free and open to all, with no age restrictions.
The club, formed in January 2023, continues to grow following recent success at the Ulster Open.
On Saturday, club member Mike Lyne won silver in the men’s over-60 doubles
category, playing alongside Tommy McCarthy from the Kingdom Club in Tralee. The pair were aiming for a third gold in a row, having previously topped the podium in Munster and Leinster.
Pickleball is a sport that mixes elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. It can be played indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court with a paddle and a perforated plastic ball. The game is suitable for all ages and skill levels.
Great Southern supports Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle
Great Southern Killarney will continue support for the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle, returning as one of the main partners for the 2025 event taking place on Saturday.
Now in its 43rd year, the 170km cycle around the scenic Ring of Kerry raises funds for a wide range of local causes. This year, the hotel is cycling in aid of its official charity partner, Breakthrough Cancer Research.
Jamie Power, General Manager of Great Southern Killarney, said:
“We are delighted to support the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle again this year, in support of a great cause in Breakthrough Cancer Research. The cycle is always a great day out and we appreciate the work of the organising committee and volunteers who make it happen.”
A number of Great Southern staff will be taking part in the cycle.
from September 10 to October 22, running from 7.00pm to 9.30pm.
The training aims to inform and empower family carers in Kerry. The Alzheimer Society of Ireland also offers an online version of the course for those facing travel restrictions.
For more information call Catherine Flavin on 087 7585661.
Power, General
Jamie
Manager of Great Southern Killarney, with committee members, John Rice, Cathal Walshe and Gerry Galvin all set for the Ring of Kerry Cycle on July 5. Photo: Don MacMonagle
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All–Ireland semi–final: Calls for extra trains
Kerry politicians are calling on Irish Rail to provide additional train services for supporters travelling to the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship semi-final.
Kerry is set to play Tyrone on Saturday, July 12, with a 5.00pm throw-in at Croke Park, Dublin.
Minister Michael Healy-Rae TD has urged Irish Rail to ensure sufficient capacity, particularly for return journeys after the match.
He cited the late finish time as a concern for fans needing to get home safely and conveniently.
Minister Healy-Rae stated he would raise this directly with Irish Rail to secure plans for adequate transport both to and from Dublin.
Fianna Fáil Deputy Michael Cahill and Councillor Tommy Cahill have also praised Kerry supporters for their turnout at the recent quarter-final win over Armagh.
They echoed calls for increased transport options for the semi-final.
The Cahills said they are actively working with Irish Rail and Kerry Airport.
This follows their previous successful engagement with Irish Rail for the Armagh quarter-final, which saw extra train services provided. Despite current train services to Dublin already being fully booked
for July 12, the Cahills are pressing Irish Rail for more trains from Kerry.
They are also exploring flight options, having submitted formal requests to Kerry Airport for additional flights.
Councillor Cahill referenced expected
heavy traffic on the M7 route on July 12 due to fans from Kerry, Limerick, and Kildare heading to Croke Park. He stated they are "flat out working behind the scenes" to ensure fans have travel options
Rathmore teacher Donal Cremin, who is coming to the end of his 12 month term as President of the Association of Secondary Teachers of Ireland ( ASTI), pictured with his family and colleagues at a function in The Brehon Hotel, at the weekend. Photo: Don MacMonagle
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Autism Friendly Killarney are a new volunteer group and their aim is to create a safe space for the autistic and neurodivergent community in the town. Volunteer Jessica O’Connor explains the formation of the group and how it has progressed over the past two years.
Kevin Leahy, the founder of the group, recognized a lack of support for neurodiverse and autistic members of the community in Killarney. He decided to reach out to AsIAm, Ireland’s Autism charity. This led him to create a volunteer committee in September 2023, a group which has continued to grow ever since.
The team is comprised of 16 volunteers who all work in different sectors of the community.
Healthcare workers, teachers, local councillors, business owners and parents of Autistic children are among the volunteers.
Jessica O’Connor is one of the volunteers and she explains: “The Autism Friendly program aims to promote awareness of the invisible barriers which affect the Neurodiverse and Autistic community in everyday life. These barriers are: Sensory environment, Predictability, Communication, and Societal attitudes and judgement.”
Jessica explains that the goal of the group is to ensure that everyone in the community is included and given the same opportunities to participate and
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The group has made significant progress since its formation just under two years ago. All festivals in Killarney town now provide inclusive spaces for autistic children. A dedicated sensory room was featured at the Wander Wild festival in March of this year. Similarly, Killarney library also had a sensory room throughout the month of April. Events have been held in schools to help promote awareness among school children.
When asked about when she noticed a positive impact from the initiative, Jessica recalled a touching moment: “An attendee at the Rally viewing event said it made her year to go to the rally with her son, it is the simple things that make a difference.”
The group has had many achievements, but their biggest one is seeing how comfortable families are attending events in the town. Jessica said that it is remarkable to be approached with
amazing ideas from local people and organisations with suggestions on how they can get involved. She said: “It is enlightening to know that people can now attend events such as the Bike Fest, Rally of the Lakes, and Christmas parades when they couldn’t before.”
Being nominated for this award is a powerful motivator for the group. It inspires them to continue to drive meaningful, tangible change within the community around inclusive practices. Jessica explains that the group is shifting its focus from Autism Awareness to Autism Acceptance, which is a vital step to ensure lasting, genuine change takes place.
Winning this award would mean the world to the organisation, a voluntary group that wants to make Killarney a better place for everyone who lives in and visits the town. Jessica explains: “Winning the award would propel our group further and faster while fostering even greater awareness, acceptance,
and accessibility.” The group’s goal is for true inclusivity, and she emphasised that with the support of organisations like Kerry County Council and Killarney Chamber, it would allow them to expand more into summer 2025 and beyond.
She said: “We are already on the Irish Autism Map, but our Vision is to become the Number 1 reference point nationally.”
The group has high hopes for Killarney’s future as a true Autism Friendly town. They plan to do a lot more around social groups and inclusive employment as the next steps of their journey with AsIAm and the community of Killarney. The motivation behind the goal is that everyone has the same chance. New volunteers are always welcome in the group, and they love to hear new ideas. A website will be coming soon with all the necessary information for getting involved.
Launched by the Killarney Advertiser, in partnership with several local businesses and the Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, Kudos aims to shine a spotlight on the unsung heroes of Killarney with a heartfelt Community Awards ceremony, set to take place this November. The awards will honour individuals, groups, and organisations that go above and beyond in their contributions to local causes, from youth engagement and environmental efforts to acts of kindness and volunterism. With 15 award categories that reach into every part of the community, Kudos is calling on local schools, charities, businesses, sports clubs, and residents to participate by submitting nominations. Locals are encouraged to check out the award categories at www.kudoskillarney.ie/community-awards and to nominate someone they believe deserves recognition via the online form. Whether it’s a neighbour, teacher, student volunteer, or youth leader doing great things, we want to hear about it and give them the Kudos they deserve.
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Kudos is a community-focused initiative launched by the Killarney Advertiser in partnership with local business. Our mission is to connect with and celebrate the inspiring individuals and organisations that make Killarney a vibrant and thriving community. Through the promotion of hyper-local events and initiatives, and by sharing the stories of individuals who are making a positive impact on our community, Kudos aims to foster a greater sense of belonging and connection amongst locals.
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Our free Family Fun Day promises to be filled with fun and excitement for the whole family. Enjoy great food, lively music and a variety of entertaining activities for all ages. Come together with your friends and neighbours this summer to create unforgettable memories at Kudos Family Fun Day.
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Chamber working well with first citizens
The new Mayor of Killarney is carrying on a great tradition with the tremendous service three generations of his family have given to the town.
That was the message from Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce for the newly elected Cllr Martin Grady, who they met just days after his election to the top job.
Chamber Co-President Johnny McGuire, wished Cllr Grady every success in the years ahead and he acknowledged the dedication of his family to public office, to local politics and to community development down through the years.
“Martin’s late father, Donal, his uncle, Seán, and his grandfather, John, have held the chain of office before him and, in fact, it is the eighth time that one of the family has done so.
“It is great to see the family maintaining that great tradition of public service,” he said.
“Chamber wishes Martin every success in the role and we look forward to working with him on various projects over the next 12 months,” Mr McGuire added.
Meanwhile, Chamber has also paid tribute to outgoing mayor Maura Healy-Rae, with whom they had a very successful and mutually beneficial working relationship.
At a Chamber luncheon in the Great Southern Hotel, a presentation of a framed montage of photographs from her 12 months in office was made to Cllr Healy-Rae – also the third generation of her family to pursue a political involvement.
She said she thoroughly enjoyed the great working relationship she had with the town’s business community.
A series of short plays will be showcased this summer
Four Esquires Productions are hosting four plays in Courtney’s Bar from Wednesday July 9 until Friday July 11.
The organisers say it is new material from new writers; the plays are described as a dark take on human behaviour with black humour.
The plays are:
The Fag: Think tensions arising in the smoking area.
Sam who?: A missing cup. A Garda investigation. Two dodgy lads in a hotel room. What could possibly go wrong?
The Black Bench: A chance encounter on a park bench leads to an interesting interaction.
Swiping and Punching: This piece shows the lows and highs of modern Irish online dating.
Four Esquires Productions had a successful tour on the short film festival circuit with their short film Two Halves which lead to national radio interviews. Not having a theatre doesn't stop the group from doing what they do best. Historically their shows always sell out due to limited capacity at their host venue in Courtney’s Bar, Tickets are available to purchase on Eventbrite for €12.50.
Killarney’s population revealed
More than 30,000 (32,758) people are living in the Killarney Municipal District area.
That’s according to figures provided by the Central Statistics Office which were released recently.
In the Killarney area, the electoral division with the youngest average age was Headford (35.3). Meanwhile the area with highest age average was Dunloe (42.1).
Areas such as Knocknahoe (41) and Rathmore (39.5) were just above the national average. (38.5).
The average age of people living in Ker-
ry was 40.5 – the oldest in the country, along with Mayo.
Tahilla in Kerry was one of two electoral divisions nationally where the average age was above 50.
The Old Age Dependency Ratio in Kerry, which represents those aged 65 and over relative to the working-age population was 27%. This was notably higher than the state’s national average (22%).
The average age for women in the State was 39.0 years, one year higher than for men at 38.0. In all counties and cities, the average age for women was higher than for men.
Booking my flight to Ireland was the easy part. It was deciding when to come home – that was tricky. I firmly believe that timing is everything and everything falls into place when it’s supposed to. What’s for you won’t pass you, as they say. I knew I wanted to give it six months before coming home again. I felt that was the right amount of time to wrap up such a big chapter of my life. I knew it would give me just enough time to tie up any loose ends. Mainly catching up with friends and seeing new places. When I shared my news to friends and colleagues in Australia, I pretty much expected the reaction I got. Nobody shared my enthusiasm, instead I was met with a lot of confusion. “Why?” was the most common question. That was reasonable to ask. It was always quickly followed by a “You’ll regret it.” which I felt was bizarre to say. Nobody, not even I, could be so sure of a statement (Spoiler alert: I don’t!). Being at home and having a built-in support system around you is unmatched, no matter where you are in the world. It’s never quite the same anywhere else. I knew my close friend was planning a holiday to Sydney in May so I arranged my flights around her and planned it so that we could fly home together. I knew I’d need a travel companion. I booked my flight in February, and the countdown was on! I couldn’t wait. I kept waiting for a moment where I might change my mind (seeing as everybody else was so certain that I would). I just got more excited with every passing day. In fact, sometimes if I got too overwhelmed with life in Australia, I used to consider changing to an earlier flight. Many a day I spent ringing the travel agent trying to change it! I look back and laugh at it now, the image of me on the phone multiple times a week trying to change my flight. I was just ready to
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come home, but again, I knew I needed the full six months before leaving again. Sometimes you just have to trust your gut.
The flight home went as smoothly as it could once I got through security. (That whole fiasco!) Normally I really enjoy a long-haul flight. I love switching off and disconnecting from the outside world but this time around I was feeling a mixture of excitement and nerves, two emotions that don’t normally go very well together. The fear of the unknown. But that’s always the most exciting part of a new adventure.
It went smoothly once I landed in Dublin. I was thrilled because my aunt collected
me from the airport, so I didn’t have to make the 3-hour journey down to Kerry immediately. She gave me a lovely Irish fry up, made up the spare bedroom and I went straight into the leaba and slept for about 15 hours – no joke! I woke up the next morning at 7am and felt great. I went for a nice walk with the dog that morning and I never felt more content. Afterwards, we had a lovely lunch and a catch up in town, and then it was time for the next leg of the journey – the train home.
Funnily enough once I got to Heuston, I decided to stop off at the shop for a few minutes and bumped into one of my good college friends that I hadn’t seen in
2 years! It was a lovely surprise. I hopped on the train, made the journey home and rolled into Rathmore train station where I was greeted by my family with a welcome home sign and a gorgeous bouquet of flowers!
My first week at home was so much fun. I was babysitting my nephew for a few days. Although I spoke to him on Facetime almost every day, I was excited to spend some quality time with him. We played games, watched movies and walked the dog – the perfect way to ease back into life at home. By the end of my first week I started my new job, moved in home and settled back into my life like I never left. The timing was just right.
Art School showcase and exhibition amazing success
The recent Art School Showcase and Student Exhibition was a celebration of creativity, talent, and community support.
Held on Friday June 27 the event brought together students, faculty, families, and art lovers from across the Kerry to witness a display of artistic excellence.
Over fifteen Art Students exhibited along with their teachers, Tracy Cronin, Ciara Dorgan and Mari Rolin. Each piece told a unique story, reflecting months of
dedication, exploration, and personal growth. The exhibition was a resounding success, highlighting the passion, skill, and vision of the creative community in Killarney.
"I am deeply proud of our students. Their passion, courage, and commitment to creative exploration continually inspire me. We are very grateful to provide a space in Killarney where people can come to learn, develop art skills, express themselves, reflect and connect." said Tracy Cronin.
Photos: Molly Thokwana
Emma O'Sullivan.
(L TO R) Aoibheann O'Leary, Carmel Healy and Deirdre Healy.
Lorraine Fleming.
Margaret MacCurtain.
(L TO R) Ciara Dorgan, Tracy Cronin and Mari Rolin.
(L TO R) Martina Barrett and Meadbh McSweeney.
Peaceful Vigil For Palestine
Killarney for Palestine
invite you to a peaceful and family friendly vigil on Friday, July 4th at 6.30pm at the Market Cross, Killarney (3F5R+P8)
All are welcome to join us in peaceful solidarity and support for the people of Palestine.
Free face painting and balloon modelling!
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Government proposal to increase fees sparks outrage
The Government’s decision to hike student fees by €1,000 will add to the rising emigration of young people.
That’s the view of multiple politicians and students as a recent announcement by the Minister for Further and Higher Education James Lawless sparked major outrage across the country. Minister Lawless recently revealed that third level fees would rise by €1,000 in the budget this year. Over the past three years, college fees were reduced by €1,000 per annum as part of a cost-ofliving package introduced by the Government. It comes as reports suggest that Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil are divided on the issue that has caused severe controversy throughout the week. Opposition parties in the Dail condemned the announcement. Sinn Fein’s Pearse Doherty said that “it’s no wonder that
young people are leaving the country in droves.” Social Democrats TD Cian O’Callaghan asked how the Government can credibly look at students and families in the face after breaking their election promises while Labour leader Ivana Bacik said the party is organising a protest outside of Leinster House next week and invited Government members to attend.
Kerry Sinn Féin TD Deputy Pa Daly described the announcement as a scandalous slap in the face. He added that the hike represented the latest example of a government that has abandoned young people and remains completely out of touch when it comes to understanding the financial pressures ordinary workers and families are under. Deputy Daly said: “The brutal reality of the choices this government is taking will be to force more and more young people onto the next plane out of here to Australia or
Canada.” Kerry Fianna Fáil TD Michael Cahill said he intends to raise the issue with Minister Lawless and said every student should have the right to undertake a college degree or diploma in their chosen field in professions and trades and should not be held back by onerous fees. Meanwhile, Daithi Fitzgerald, a postgraduate student, called the reversal “another calculated attack on young people”. He said: “It doesn’t just hurt students; it drives young people away from politics entirely.” He believes young people are being pushed to emigrate as they face mounting costs including high car insurance and being locked out of home ownership. He called for the government to deliver a comprehensive costof-living package in the next budget to support young people and families. He added: “Yet again, this is a government leaving students behind.”
Tributes paid to Cork native Brother Kevin Crowley after passing away Home
President Michael D Higgins led the tributes to Brother Kevin by acknowledging the “invaluable difference” he made to life in Dublin.
The Capuchin Day Centre has provided essential services like hot meals, clothing, and showers to homeless people in Dublin since 1969.
He described Brother Kevin as a warm, caring, yet fearless man, who dedicated his life to living his Christian faith in dedication to those most in need.
Archbishop of Dublin Dermot Farrell
offered his sympathy to Brother Kevin’s family and said that his work transformed the lives of the poor. His statement said: "He was always able to see Christ in the people he met. His was a love that reached out with no questions asked of those who sought assistance”
The Lord Mayor of Dublin also paid tribute to Brother Kevin’s lifelong service to
Trump slams NYC mayoral candidate labelling him “a communist”
President Donald Trump has publicly slammed the Democrats mayoral candidate in New York City.
President Trump branded Zohran Mamdani a “communist” on multiple occasions this week. He called him “terrible” and “bad news”, adding that he “would have fun with him” if he was elected Mayor. When asked about Mamdani’s mayoral candidacy, President Trump claimed the Government would be watching his residency status “very carefully” after suggesting the possibility of Mamdani living in America illegally. He claimed: “Right now he is a communist.” President Trump also threw insults at Democratic congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC), who is supporting Mamdani, and said she was “ranting and raving about how wonderful he is” with “her bad IQ”. In response to President Trump’s statements, the New York mayoral candidate said that Trump’s statement doesn’t just represent an attack on democracy, but it is “an attempt to send a message to every New Yorker who hides in the shadows” He warned: “If you speak up, they will come for you.” He said he refused to be intimidated by the remarks made by the president. Zohran Mamdani has been a US citizen since 2018.
the people of Dublin. He said Brother Kevin was a beacon of kindness, dignity and quiet strength, adding “He met need with generosity, hardship with humanity, and always treated every person who came through the door as an equal.” Pope Francis met with Brother Kevin on his visit to Ireland in 2018 and met with volunteers past and present.
Brother Kevin Crowley, who was the founder of the Capuchin Day Centre in Dublin and a native of Cork, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 90.
Kerry learner drivers issued fines for driving unaccompanied
111 fixed charged notices have been issued to learner drivers in Kerry so far this year.
The figures were provided by the Minister for Justice and Equality Jim O’Callaghan in a response to a parliamentary question posed by Social Democrats TD Aidan Farrelly.
Nationally, there’s been over 4,700 (4,707) fixed charged notices given to learner permit holders.
Minister O’Callaghan also revealed that 223 fines were issued in 2024, a hike in comparison to 173 in 2023.
In total, 560 fines were handed out to
learner drivers in Kerry over the past two years.
The Road Safety Authority states that learner permit holders who drive unaccompanied may receive a Fixed Charge Notice and a fine of €160 along with two penalty points. If determined by a court, four penalty points may be issued. It comes as the RSA recently revealed that they are on target to reduce driving test wait times to 10 weeks by September.
The RSA have introduced new measures to increase testing capacity by training new testers and extending testing times.
Massive drug seizure in Cork
Two men appeared in court yesterday after €31 million worth of drugs were seized in Cork this week.
Gardaí stopped a van in Courtmacsherry on Tuesday and recovered the large amount of cocaine.
Two other males, aged in their 30s and 40s, were arrested and detained in a Garda Station in Cork.
Gardaí said that a rigid inflatable boat with two males on board departed from Broadstrand, Courtmacsherry.
Fiona Shaw to receive 2025 Maureen O’Hara award
Award winning actress Fiona Shaw is the recipient of this year’s Maureen O’Hara Award.
Kerry International Film Festival will honour the renowned actress at this year’s award ceremony, taking place in October.
The Maureen O'Hara Award was established in 2008 and was one of the first awards of its time to solely award women who have excelled in the Film and Television industries.
The inaugural winner was actress Brenda Fricker, and a variety of women both behind and in front of the camera have been awarded throughout the years.
Fiona Shaw is widely regarded as one of Ireland’s greatest actors.
Notable performances by the actress include the Harry Potter series, My Left Foot, Killing Eve and Fleabag
Fiona Shaw said she is thrilled to receive the award and paid tribute to Maureen O’Hara by describing her as limitless
both on and off screen. She said: “She took on studio sexism despite knowing it would limit her career, I adore Maureen. It puts me in great company, women who have played a blinder, both in front of and behind the camera.”
Qantas customers urged to stay vigilant amid data breach
Irish Qantas customers are being urged to stay vigilant following a data breach at the airline.
According to recent reports, six million people worldwide have been affected by the breach.
The incident occurred through a third-party customer service platform used by a Qantas contact centre, according to CNN.
CNN said the exposed data reportedly includes names, email addresses, phone numbers, birth dates and frequent flyer numbers.
There is no evidence that credit card,
passport, or other financial data was compromised.
ESET Ireland is advising consumers to be careful of links or sharing any sensitive data with unknown contacts.
George Foley of ESET Ireland said the airline industry is currently being targeted by criminal hackers using sophisticated social engineering tactics, often by verbally impersonating employees or contractors to steal credentials.
He added: “The industry must tighten its security and heighten awareness, and the public also needs to remain mindful of phishing emails or text messages claiming to be from legitimate sources.”
The Irish Naval ship L.É. William Butler Yeats was on patrol in the area at the time. A Maritime patrol aircraft from the Irish Air Corps provided overhead surveillance during the operation.
Two Naval Service rigid-hulled inflatable boats were launched from the ship and intercepted the suspect RIB off the coast of Cork.
The suspect RIB was detained by Revenue Customs Service and the two males were taken on board the L.É. William Butler Yeats.
Familiar face is the new postmaster in Dingle Post Office
A post office in one of Kerry’s busiest tourist towns has been saved from the threat of closure by the appointment of a new postmaster.
The contract to run Dingle Post Office has been awarded to Niall Kelleher, a native of Rathmore and now living in Killarney, who already operates a busy post office business at Fair Hill, Killarney. He takes up the Dingle role from July 1 and the PO is based at Fitzgerald’s HomeValue Store on Main Street.
The previous operator, Eileen Fitzgerald, had tendered her resignation to An Post and the contract was advertised on two occasions before An Post approached Mr Kelleher.
The previous occupant agreed with An Post to a short transition period to facilitate the successful applicant with the existing premises should they wish to avail of it.
Niall Kelleher comes from a family that is steeped in the business of running a post office as his mother, Julie, has been the postmistress in both Rathmore and Millstreet since 2015.
He opened the post office branch at Fair Hill, Killarney in March 2023 and it has been a big hit with customers, offering a
very important and accessible service to a huge population on the eastern side of Killarney.
The new Dingle Postmaster, who has been a member of Kerry County Council since 2014, said the post office has a vital role to play, particularly in rural communities.
“It is a significant responsibility to operate a post office but, very often, it is one of the last commercial lights remaining switched on in many communities,” he said.
“Dingle is a thriving, attractive place where the population multiplies dramatically in the summer months and a town of its stature and importance most certainly deserves its own post office,” he added.
The post office, which will open Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.30pm and from 9.00am to 1.00pm on Saturdays, has been located at the rear of Fitzgerald’s HomeValue Store since 2007.
It is understood that the post office is likely to move to a new location in a number of months.
Free weekly folk summer concerts ANAM Centre
A new free concert series, The ANAM Sessions, will begin on Monday July 7 at 7pm in the ANAM Arts Centre on East Avenue Road.
The series will run for over eight consecutive Mondays and will feature local and visiting talent in the Irish folk and traditional music scene.
The opening night will include performances by Tim O’Shea and Friends, with
Philip Crickard (Ardfert) on fiddle and mandolin.
Crickard, originally from Carrickfergus and a long-time resident of Kerry, is well known on the local music circuit. He and O’Shea have performed together in Ireland, the US, and Germany.
The concerts aim to promote traditional music and provide a platform for new and emerging artists from Killarney and beyond.
Philip Crickard with Tim O’Shea
Donie Courtney honoured at annual West End House showcase
West End House hosted the third annual Donie Courtney memorial showcase last week.
The event was attended by Donie’s wife, Adeline O’Brien, and his niece Jessica Leen, who is the Creative Director of West End House. Jessica recently announced her departure from the role after three years. Students from teen and adult acting classes took to the stage with excerpts from plays they have been working on for the past ten-week term. These included monologues and scenes from Donie Courtney's own Youth The-
atre play For Whom We Deliver. Jessica delivered a fond farewell message to everyone in attendance on the night sharing the importance of the showcase and what it represents. She said that Donie loved showcases, so they named it in his honour. She added: "The tutors at West End House are the backbone of what we do and who we are, but it is the students that are the heart of it. I'm so proud of every single person who comes through these doors to bravely take on a new creative challenge, whether for a dream or hobby or whatever else.”
People gathered for a picture after the event at West End.
Back (L TO R) Ezio Santos, Esther Tynan, Jagoda Szwedo, Alice Moriarty, Emma Stewart, Eric Eaton Sitting Down (L TO R) Daithi O Callaghan, Raul Santos. Photos: Molly Thokwana
Adeline O’Brien and Jessica Leen. Photos: Molly Thokwana
Ciara Carroll. Photos: Molly Thokwana
Kerry interest in Sunday's Raven's Rock Stages Rally
Sunday’s Raven's Rock Rally, the fourth round of the Triton Showers Motorsport Ireland National Rally Championship, has several based Kerry competitors on its bumper entry list.
Leading the charge for Kerry is London-based Rockfield co-driver Shane Buckley. Currently sitting second in the co-driver standings with 47 points, just three points shy of championship leader Tom Murphy, Buckley is firmly in contention for the overall title.
His consistent form alongside driver Sam Moffett in their Hyundai i20 Rally2 has seen them secure a second-place finish in Cavan and a third overall on the Circuit of Kerry. Beyond the top-tier battle, a strong contingent of local talent from the
Kingdom is set to tackle the rally.
Vincent O'Shea and Eoin O'Donoghue of Kenmare will be strong contenders in the modified category, in their Darrian T90 GTR.
Diarmuid Falvey will be navigating for Dublin driver Tim McNulty in a VW Polo.
The Glenflesk duo of Denis Hickey and Eoin O'Leary will pilot their Ford Escort Mk2, while another Kenmare pairing, Brian Hickey and Noel Murphy, will also be competing in a Ford Escort Mk2.
Finally, John Corrigan of Tralee will team up with his Co. Limerick son-in-law Niall Mulcahy in their Subaru Impreza.
Based in Waterford City with stages through South County Kilkenny, the Raven’s Rock marks the halfway point of the championship season.
Sam Moffett and Shane Buckley at the recent Cavan Rally. Photo: Sean Moriarty
All-new Toyota Land Cruiser available at Kelliher's Tralee
The highly anticipated all-new Toyota Land Cruiser has arrived in Kerry and is now available for test drive at Kelliher's Toyota in Tralee.
This latest version of the iconic SUV maintains its robust body-on-frame construction, now built on Toyota's GA-F global platform.
This new platform significantly enhances the Land Cruiser's structural integrity, with a 30% increase in overall rigidity and the frame itself seeing a 50% boost. These engineering improvements aim to deliver better response, handling, and ride comfort for drivers.
The new suspension design further improves wheel articulation, while specific styling details are incorporated to aid in tackling challenging inclines.
This generation of Land Cruiser also features electric power steering, a new addition designed to reduce kickback
when driving on rough surfaces. This system also provides smoother steering feel and easier manoeuvrability. For offroad enthusiasts, the new Land Cruiser is equipped with Crawl Control, an electronic locking differential, and a combination of Multi-Terrain Monitor and Panoramic View Monitor systems. Inside the cabin, the Land Cruiser offers a modern and technologically advanced environment. Drivers will find a 12.3-inch customizable digital display, complemented by a 12.3-inch multimedia screen running the latest infotainment system. Comfort features include a 10-speaker audio system and heated and ventilated front seats. Safety is paramount, with the Land Cruiser incorporating the latest generation of Toyota Safety Sense active safety and driver assistance systems, along with Front Cross Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitor, and selectable drive modes.
Car Show to feature special Toyota celebration
Killarney Valley Classic & Vintage Club's annual Car Show is set to take place this Sunday, July 6, at the Killarney Racecourse, and this year's event will include a special celebration of the Toyota Celica, in association with Kellihers.ie.
Kelliher's Toyota, the local dealer, is bringing a host of iconic Toyota models for display.
Visitors can expect to see a 2003 Corolla 1.8 T-Sport, a 2013 GT86, a 2023 GR 86,
and a 2023 Yaris GR.
The 'CAR SHOW 2025' will open for car entries at 10am, with public admission beginning at 11am.
Entry to the show is by donation on the day, and children can enter for free. Any Toyota Celica model at least 20 years old (pre-2004) arriving at the show will be entered into a special prize draw. All car models 20 years and older, regardless of make or model, are invited to participate. Further information can be found at www.killarneyvalleycv.com
Muckross Rowing Club excels at Classic Regatta
Muckross Rowing Club achieved success at the Rowing Ireland 1K Classic Regatta held last weekend in Lough Rynn, Leitrim.
This national event brought together over 1000 competitors across the Junior 13, 14, 15, and Masters age groups.
Muckross crews secured nine gold medals, four second-place finishes, and six third-place positions.
Race wins included the Women's J14 Quad, Women's J14 Double, Men's J14
Single, Women's J13 Octuple, Men's Masters Eight (composite), Mixed Masters Eight (composite), Mixed J13 Octuple, Men's J13 Octuple, and Women's J13 Quad.
The club's strong performance placed Muckross ninth overall among the 36 clubs competing.
The club is currently in the peak of its regatta season, with sprint racing scheduled for Fermoy Regatta this Sunday, followed by the Irish Championship Regatta in Cork next weekend.
SUDOKU
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No math, nothing has to add up –solve the puzzle with reasoning and logic.
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Chamber event told that everything Ireland touches is turning to cash
The notion that there is a widespread cost of living crisis in Ireland is not true, apart from a small percentage of people who are suffering, a leading economist has told Killarney’s business community.
Danny McCoy, chief executive of the Irish Business and Employers Confederation, said there is a need to take a look at the world as it is and not what people imagine it to be.
“There are people suffering in our society but what proportion of them we can only speculate on,” he said.
“It’s certainly not 50 per cent and I don’t believe it to be 20 per cent but I’m willing to leave it at 20 per cent which means 80 per cent don’t have a problem,” he told a Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce members’ lunch.
Mr McCoy said, despite the fact that the other 80 per cent are not impacted, there are still blanket calls for energy credits for everybody.
“It’s not even sophisticated enough to limit it to every household. People without an ESB metre are receiving that money as well as people with second homes. The actual disproportionate nature and equality of it continues,” he remarked.
The IBEC chief told the gathering in the Great Southern Hotel that, the previous night, Irish householders had €160 billion on deposit in the Irish banking system.
“That’s cash – that’s not their wealth. That’s their readies. There is no heavy debt,” he said.
Mr McCoy said financial institutions are frustrated trying to lend money and he described the current credit union and banking system as being like a library where people now come to bring books and not take them out.
“This is the reality in Ireland. We have seen a surge in our population which is great news, we are a rich society which is great news but what we are doing with the money is that we’re blowing it on conspicuous consumption right against the point where we are seeing this need for infrastructure in its widest sense,” he remarked.
The leading economist, who spearheads the country’s largest business representative organisation and lobbying group, told the gathering of over 80 business leaders that it’s now very difficult to actually identify a region globally that hasn’t employment rates near record levels.
That, however, also has implications for attracting talent which is very critical to the Killarney region in terms of business and tourism.
Jim Kennedy ( MD O'Sheas), Josephine O'Driscoll (Fáilte Ireland), Brian Miley (Gleneagle Group) and Danielle Favier (Fáilte Ireland). Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Jamie Power (GSH), Neil Grant (Brehon Hotel), Michael Jacobi (Hayfield Family Collection), Tom Randles (Randles Hotel) and Michael Coghlan (Sherry Fitzgerald Coghlan). Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Sheila O'Callaghan (The Lake Hotel), Denise O'Sullivan (GSH) and Josie O'Kelly (Muckross Park Hotel) at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce members luncheon at The Garden Room in The Great Southern Hotel Killarney. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Rosaleen McGough and Patricia O'Mahony (Scotts Hotel). Picture: Eamonn Keogh Jemma Keys and Karen Rees (Murphy's Ice Cream). Picture: Eamonn Keogh
Johnny McGuire and Padraig Treacy (Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce Co-Presidents) make a presentation to outgoing Mayor of Killarney Maura Healy-Rae to mark her successful term in office at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce members luncheon at The Garden Room in The Great Southern Hotel Killarney. Picture: Eamonn Keogh
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Legal supports for people experiencing domestic abuse
What is domestic abuse?
If a partner or an ex makes you feel scared, controlled or intimidated, you may be experiencing domestic abuse. There are many different forms of abuse. It can be physical or it can be emotional, and it may have impacts that can or cannot be seen by other people.
Abuse can happen to anyone at any age and in any type of relationship. It can happen to adults and it can happen to teenagers. You don't have to be married or living with your partner for them to act abusively towards you.
What are the types of abuse people experience?
An abusive relationship is where one person uses abuse to control and have power over their partner in an intimate relationship. Types of abuse include:
• Physical abuse
• Emotional abuse
• Online abuse
• Sexual abuse
• Economic (financial) abuse
• Digital abuse
Coercive control is another type of abusive behaviour. This is when a boyfriend or girlfriend, partner, husband or wife, or ex uses an ongoing pattern of controlling, coercive and threatening behaviours to trap the person in a relationship. A person experiencing coercive control may also change their routines and lose contact with family and friends. Coercive
control can make it impossible or even dangerous to leave an abusive relationship.
What are my options if I am in an abusive relationship??
Recognising that you are being abused is an important step. You may feel you need time to think about your situation. Or perhaps you have already made up your mind to end the relationship or to leave. Whatever you decide, your safety (and that of your children if there are children) is always the priority. If you are being subjected to abuse by a current or former partner, you can get legal protection through the courts. The main kinds of protection available are safety, protection and barring orders. If you are experiencing domestic violence or abuse, you can apply for a:
What do each of the domestic violence court orders cover?
A Safety Order is an instruction from the court which stops the person accused of abusive behaviour (the respondent) from committing further violence or threats of violence. The respondent does not have to leave the home. If the person is not living with you, the safety order prohibits (bans) them from watching or being near your home and following or communicating (including electronically) with you or a dependent person such as a child. A safety order can last up to 5 years.
People in an intimate relationship are also able for apply for a safety order. Previously, couples had to cohabit (live together) to be able to get a safety order, but this is no longer the case.
A Barring Order is a full or long-term order from the court. It directs the respondent to leave - or stay away fromyour home and any dependent children. In some cases, it can direct them to stop using - or threatening to use - violence against you or putting you in fear. It may also direct them to stop following you, or communicating verbally or electronically with you or dependent children.
It can only be issued to current spouses or civil partners, or certain people who have an equal or greater ownership rights in the home than the respondent. Parents can apply when the abuser is a non-dependent child
While you are waiting for the court to decide on your application for a Safety or Barring Order, the court can give you an immediate temporary order called a Protection Order or an Interim Barring Order
A Protection order has the same effect as a Safety Order but because it is only intended to last until the court decides on your case, it is temporary. An interim Barring Order lasts for a maximum of 8 days working days
What is Domestic violence leave?
Since 27 November 2023, you have a legal right to 5 days of paid domestic vi-
olence leave, if you need to take time off work because of domestic violence and abuse. This could be for medical visits, legal proceedings, counselling, looking for other accommodation or accessing domestic violence services. The leave can be taken where you are directly experiencing domestic violence and abuse, or where you are supporting a ‘relevant person’. A ‘relevant person’ can be your:
• Spouse or civil partner
• Someone you live with
• Someone you are in an intimate relationship with
• Child who is under 18
• Another dependent person
Are you concerned about someone you know?
You can take some basic steps to help and support a friend, family member, colleague, neighbour or anyone who confides in you that they are experiencing domestic abuse. You can offer emotional support, and you can offer practical support. There are a number of support organisations and supports. Womens Aid have a national freephone helpline 1800 341 900 available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Men’s Development Network operates the National Male Advice Line on 1800 816 588 for men experiencing or who have experienced domestic violence.
If you need further information about any of the issues raised here or you have other questions, you can drop-in to your local Citizens Information Service in Killarney. Opening hours are listed on our website www.citizensinformation.ie
Killarney Tel: 0818 07 7820
Email: Killarney@citinfo.ie
Some of the young anglers who took part in the Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club’s first juvenile outing of 2025 at Lough Lein, pictured at the front entrance to Muckross after returning from the shoreline on Friday evening.
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FOR SALE
FOR SALE: x SALE on various fuels, including seasoned dry Ash, Oak and Beechwood hardwood. Lorry and Jeep trailer loads available. Contact 087 4350736.
FOR SALE: Bath with shower head, glass shower screen and maghony side panel. Killarney area. Collection only. Telephone 086 8122574.
AVAILABLE
AVAILABLE: MUSIC LESSONS - piano, fiddle, and guitar. Garda vetted. Leaving Cert Music grinds and Online Option also available. Tel John: 087-6801392 or Maggie: 0876961681.
AVAILABLE: Food safety & HACCP consultant. Are you a new or existing food company who needs help in setting up your HACCP plan systems, to ensure you will be ready for any unannounced inspection. If so, contact Mary on 087 7725028 for more information.
AVAILABLE: Lawn cutting, strimming, garden tidy up and landscaping. New lawns levelled, raked and seeded. Drainage, driveways, panel fencing, kerbs etc. Mini digger with experience driver for hire. Telephone Darragh on 087 9118357.
AVAILABLE: Affordable and Reliable Painting Services. Power washing. Interior and
exterior. Curtain poles fitted. Redecorating. New houses, apartments etc. Covering Co. Kerry. Tel: 085 2038807.
AVAILABLE: Mind & Body treatment. Psychologist-counsellor, member of PSI, working in the method of PPT. Online and in person. Yoga and qi gong/tai chi/kinesio gymnastics classes in Killarney. WhatsApp 083 4347952.
ANIMALS
ANIMALS: HUG: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds. For further details please contact us on 087 6932090 or email info@homesforunwantedgreyhounds.ie
ANIMALS: Adopt, Don't Shop - Rescue pups and kitties are looking for loving homes at KLAWS. Visit our website: www.klaws.ie or contact us by phone: 087 9704480, or email: klawskenmare@gmail.com
MOTORING
FOR SALE: Vintage Tractor, Deutz single Cylinder, diesel FL612. Made in 1951. Something different. Telephone 085 8875860.
WANTED
WANTED: Housekeeper wanted for Mature Couple, 3-5 days a week. Good command of English essential. Contact 086 8472798.
VACANCY FOR MONDELEZ RATHMORE – TEMPORARY QEHS TECHNICIAN
Electrician
Rathmore, County Kerry
Maternity Cover
Mondelez Ireland Production Limited, Rathmore, Co. Kerry
Mondelez Rathmore needs to recruit a QHSE Coordinator for a temporary assignment to cover maternity leave. The role will be for a period of 9 to 12 months and will not be permanent thereafter
Position Type: 6-month Contract
Salary: Competitive salary offered
What will the role involve?
Requirements of applicants:
• You must be a qualified Electrician (Level 6 QQI or equivalent in electrical senior trade).
Qualifications
Reporting to site Quality Manager candidates will be responsible for supporting operation of Quality & HSE systems and implementing improvements within manufacturing processes on site at Mondelez Rathmore.
• Preferred experience in Allen Bradley PLC controls and logic.
• Food Science Degree Qualification essential.
What kind of people are we looking for?
• Preferred maintenance experience & problem-solving.
• We operate 24/7 on 8hour shifts Monday – Friday, 12hour shifts Saturday – Sunday.
Successful candidates will ideally meet the following criteria:
• Demonstrable experience in the Food industry or a similar operating environment which includes experience in a Quality function.
• Well-developed IT / PC skills – Microsoft Office & SAP.
Skills
• Self-motivated, determined, and able to work under own initiative.
Please email your CV to iehrsolutions@mdlz.com
• Flexibility, adaptive learner, analytical person, good communication & good organisational skills.
Mondelez Production Limited is an equal opportunities employer
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and implement improvement initiatives with a moderate level of guidance.
How do you apply?
For
The Social Action Group Rathmore CLG (SAG)
WISH TO RECRUIT
A SOCIAL ENTERPRISE MANAGER
AT THE PREMISES OF THE SOCIAL ACTION GROUP RATHMORE CLG, RATHMORE, CO.
KERRY
The Role: The Social Action Group Rathmore CLG (SAG) is a registered charity. The role, as part of the wider SAG management team, is to deliver on company plans through identification, development, promotion and in particular the implementation of social enterprise projects that generate revenue as self-sustaining projects, including the management of the Pobal funded Community services Programme.
The SAG currently provides a diverse range of community services including a canteen service, social club and teenage disco, children’s birthday parties and camps, community gym and rental spaces to local community businesses and groups.
The role is based on a 37.5 hour week with some evening work required.
The Manager will report to the CEO.
Salary circa €40,000 dependent on qualifications & experience.
A more detailed and comprehensive Job Description will be provided on application.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
• Be social enterprise orientated with a passion for community enterprises
• Have experience and skills in at least one of the current key service areas such as in gym services, catering, event management, provision of youth activities, or have a social enterprise idea that they would propose to develop further
• Have experience managing staff and providing leadership to individuals and teams
• Have experience in financial administration and management
• Have good record keeping, writing and IT skills
• Have good problem solving and decision-making skills
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Be flexible and self-motivated with good collaborative team-working skills
To Apply: Please forward a detailed cover letter and CV to: The CEO, The Social Action Group Rathmore CLG, Rathmore, Co. Kerry, P51 DV7F
Email: ceo@sag.ie
Informal enquiries are welcomed – contact Noreen Fleming on 087-0324826
Applicants will be shortlisted for interview.
Closing date for receipt of applications Sunday 13th July 2025
Key Responsibilities:
• Processing customer orders from order acceptance/creation and order confirmation to invoicing and dispatch
• Coordination of delivery dates with relevant departments and customers
• Processing customer enquiries in coordination with relevant departments
• Ensuring optimal customer relationships through proactive internal and external communication
• Responsibility for service orders, recharges, credit notes, etc.
• Collecting, recording, and comprehensively analysing customer forecasts
• Customer specific master data maintenance
• Support to Corporate Sales in contract negotiations
• Preparation of and active participation in customer meetings
• Development of new and innovative ways of working that will improve business results Profile:
• A relevant qualification and/or have relevant professional experience in a similar role, (ideally 2 years)
• Experience with SAP is a requirement, (experience in MM, PP & SD modules would be advantageous)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Goal-oriented, independent, and reliable work style with a high degree of flexibility
• Open and approachable personality, good team player
• Good knowledge of common IT systems
1ST ANNIVERSARIES COLLINS & YOUNG
In loving memory of Sarah Collins who died on 3rd July 2024 and Molly Young who died on 5th July 2024.
We thought of you both today But that was nothing new. We thought about you both yesterday And the day before that too.
We think of ye in silence We often speak your names Now all we have is precious memories And your photos in a frame.
Your memories are our keepsake With which we will never part God has ye in his keeping We have you both in our hearts.
Loved and fondly remembered today and always.
From all your work colleagues at Boot’s Pharmacy, Killarney. xxxxx
22ND ANNIVERSARY O’SULLIVAN
In loving memory of Anne O’ Sullivan late of Knockeragh, Killarney who died on 7th July 2003.
Don’t weep at my grave For i am not there I have a date with a butterfly To dance in the air.
I’ll be singing in the sunshine Wild and free Playing tag with the wind While I am waiting for thee.
Loved and remembered by Neil, Alan and Lynda.
Anniversary Mass on Monday 7th July at 9.30am in the Church of the Resurrection.
20TH ANNIVERSARY
RYAN
In loving memory of John Ryan
late of Ballycullane, Rathmore who died on 8th July 2005.
Silent memories keep you near As time unfolds another year Out of our lives you may be gone But in our hearts you still live on.
Always loved, never forgotten, forever missed. From your loving family.
17TH ANNIVERSARY
NOLAN
In loving memory of John D. Nolan St. Anne’s Road, Killarney who died on 7th July 2008.
When God held out his precious hand
To take you from your pain
You stretched your weary hand right back As he softly called your name.
“Come home with me”, he quietly said “Your pain will leave you soon Just close your eyes and take my hand “We’ll quietly leave the room.”
Sadly missed by your sister Mary, brother-in-law Teddy and family.
17TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE
NOLAN
In loving memory of John D. Nolan late of 3 St. Anne’s Road, Killarney whose anniversary occurs on 7th July.
To My Brother
Miss you and love you always.
Jesus came to the foot of the bed
These are the words we are sure he said You suffered enough, take my hand And come with me to a better land.
So keep your arms around him Lord And give him special care
Make up for what he suffered and all that seemed unfair.
Please forgive a falling tear
A constant wish that you were here
Others have lost like this we know
But he was our loved one and we loved him so.
Loved and missed by your twin sister Elizabeth and her husband Donie.
30TH ANNIVERSARY O’NEILL
In loving memory of our dear father Michael O’Neill
32 Millwood, St Margaret’s Road, Killarney who died on 9th July 1995.
Down the path of memories
We gently tread today Our thoughts and prayers are with you As life goes on its way.
Always remembered by his sons, daughters and their families.
Kindly remember today his wife Mary, his children Teresa, Noreen, Michael, and his granddaughter Debbie.
Anniversary Mass on Monday 14th July 2025 at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
IN MEMORIAM
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY
YOUNG In loving memory of Molly Young New rd, Killarney, formally of Clover hill, Killorglin who passed away on 5th July 2024.
As Carmel and Wayne lovingly remember their daughter Molly, they along with Molly’s grandparents,aunts,uncles,cousins, and extended family, would like to express their sincere gratitude to all who sympathised with them on their sad loss.
They greatly appreciate all the messages of condolence,mass cards,phone calls and flowers.
They were really touched by all those who attended her removal and funeral and by the wonderful memories of Molly you shared with us.
Thank you to the emergency services and Sergeant Joe O’ Sullivan for your help and kindness.
Our deepest gratitude to Fr. Sean, Fr. Derek, Fr. Kevin and Rev. Jim for celebrating a beautiful mass.
Thanks also to the sacristan and the gravediggers.
Thank you to Barry Lynch and Mike Dowd for the beautiful music during the mass.
A heartfelt thanks to Mike and Mary O’Shea undertakers for your kindness and professionalism shown throughout those very difficult days.
Our Deep appreciation to the Killarney Oaks Hotel for the lovely food.
A very special thanks to Molly’s friends and colleagues from BOOTS, and The Caragh Restaurant.
Thank you so much to the staff of St. Mary of the Angels, Beaufort.
Finally to our friends and neighbours a very special thank you, your kindness and support will never be forgotten.
As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our gratitude and appreciation.
The Holy Sacrifice of Mass has been offered for your intentions.
Mom, Dada and all the family.
1st Anniversary Mass on Saturday 5th July at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
Mass in Killorglin Church on Sunday 6th July at 12 Noon.
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
1ST ANNIVERSARY
YOUNG
Remembering our beloved daughter Molly Young whose 1st anniversary occurs on Saturday 5th July 2025.
Sometimes we’re not sure... Are we crying for you or for ourselves, Because we’re forced to live in a world you’re no longer in, Everything feels incomplete, even us, But there are two things we do know, We love you with all our hearts, And we miss you so deeply, It hurts in a way that never fades.
We miss you so much,pud, love always and ever, Mom and Dada.
1st Anniversary Mass on Saturday 5th July at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
Mass in Killorglin Church on Sunday 6th July at 12 Noon.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
CRONIN
In loving memory of Hannahmai Cronin (nee O’Connor)
Holy Cross Gardens, Killarney and late of Ballahantourig, Currow who passed away on 7th of July 2023.
Though your smile is gone forever And your hand we cannot touch Still, we have so many memories Of the ones we loved so much.
Your memory is our keepsake With which we’ll never part God has you in His keeping And we have you in our hearts.
Loved and deeply missed by your sisters, brothers, family and friends.
Anniversary Mass on Saturday 5th July at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
CRONIN
In loving memory of Hannah Mai Cronin
Holy Cross Gardens Killarney 7th July 2023.
Today we bring you roses Sprinkled with our tears For you are still a part of us In spite of passing years.
You are more than a treasured memory From whom we had to part You’re a light that burns within us In a corner of our hearts.
Always remembered by your sister Mary, brother-in-law Michael and family.
2ND ANNIVERSARY BUCKLEY
In loving memory of Maureen Buckley St Brendans Terrace, Killarney who passed away on 4th July 2023.
Along the road of suffering You found a little lane That took you up to Heaven And ended all your pain.
You may be out of sight We may be world’s apart But you are always in our prayers And forever in our hearts.
Miss you, with love, Steve and Yvonne.
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We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.
So rest in peace Dear Nan Maureen And thanks for all you’ve done We pray that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won.
Thinking of you with love always, Alex and Max.
Anniversary Mass on Friday 4th July at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
BUCKLEY
In loving memory of Maureen Buckley
65 St Brendans Terrace, Killarney who passed away on 4th July 2023.
Just a prayer from the family who loved you Just a memory fond and true In our heart’s you will live forever Because we thought the world of you.
Always loved and remembered by John, Mary, Leah, Aaron and Rian. xxx
Anniversary Mass on Friday 4th July at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
BUCKLEY
In loving memory of Maureen Buckley (Nee Coleman) St Brendans Terrace, Killarney who passed away on 4th July 2023.
Your life was love and labour Your love for your family true You did your best for all of us We will always remember you.
Always remembered and sadly missed by daughter Eileen, son-in-law Seán and grandchildren Eoghan and Padraic.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
BUCKLEY
In loving memory of Maureen Buckley 65 St. Brendan’s Tce, Killarney who left us on 4th July 2023.
I thought of you today But that is nothing new I thought about you yesterday And the days before that too.
Your memory is a keepsake From which I will never part God has you in his arms I have you in my heart.
Always in our thoughts Forever in our hearts Christine, John, Leanne and Colm.
Anniversary Mass on Friday 4th July at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
BUCKLEY
In loving memory of Maureen Buckley
65 St. Brendan’s Tce, Killarney who left us on 4th July 2023.
When God was making mothers He must have made a fuss
He spent a lot of time on one And gave that one to us.
Of all the gifts in life
However great or small
To have you as our mother Was the greatest gift of all.
Because you were so special No words could ever say How much we love and miss you Today and every day.
Sadly missed and always remembered by your son Liam and Denise, and son Jerry and Yvonne
Anniversary Mass on Friday 4th July at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
11TH ANNIVERSARY CROWLEY
In loving memory of
Months and years go gently by But love and memories never die No longer in our lives to share But in our hearts you are always there. Loved and remembered by your wife Marcella, son Conor and daughter Loraine.
John Crowley Knockacorrin, Currow, Killarney who died on 7th July 2014. Rest in Peace.
NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY
KELLEHER In loving memory of Connie McCarthy Ardshanavooly, Killarney who passed away on 26th June 2024.
‘Though a year has passed, his memory remains ever present in our hearts and lives’.
As we mark his first anniversary, we wish to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who supported us during our time of loss. Your kindness, presence, and prayers brought great comfort during a very difficult time.
A sincere thank you to Dr Donal Coffey for his support on his many home visits to Connie in his time of need.
Also, a huge thanks to Dr Daniel O’Leary who took Connie under her wing when he fell ill and was always available for him.
Through our times of struggle we were very grateful for the support, understanding and professionalism of both the palliative care team and night nurses.
Our public health nurse Ann Marie went above and beyond to ensure continued care and support for Connie over his final weeks and months.
We extend a special thanks to Fr. Sean Jones for celebrating the funeral mass with such warmth and compassion, and to Fr. Kieran O’Brien who administered the Last Rites.
Our thanks also to MD O’Shea Funeral Directors for their professionalism and care, and to the gravediggers, whose respect and dignity were deeply appreciated.
A heartfelt thank you to Paula Gleason, the cantor, for the beautiful music, and to all who participated in the service.
We are truly grateful to our extended family, friends, neighbours, and to all who travelled from near and far to be with us. Your support, messages, visits, and presence meant so much.
Thank you also to those who provided food and refreshments - your generosity did not go unnoticed.
As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this as a token of our deep appreciation. A mass has been offered for your intentions.
Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by all his family.
June
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.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
MCAULIFFE
In loving memory of Catherine McAuliffe (nee McCarthy) Kiskeam North, Kiskeam, Mallow, Co.Cork who died on 6th July 2023.
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.
Lovingly missed by her husband Flor and all the family.
May Catherine rest in peace.
2ND ANNIVERSARY
MCAULIFFE
In loving memory of our dear sister Catherine McAuliffe (nee McCarthy) Kiskeam, North Mallow, Co. Cork and Glounlea, Currow who sadly passed away on 6th July 2023.
We will cherish the memories we made All the times we spend together And we hold them dearly in our hearts From now until forever.
Sadly missed and forever in our hearts. From your brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, and extended family.
3RD ANNIVERSARY
O’DONOGHUE
In loving memory of Lynsday O’Donoghue Coracow, Headford, Killarney who passed away on 4th July 2022.
Memories of you Are lovingly kept Someone special We will never forget.
Always remembered by your loving brother Michael and family.
MIRACLE PRAYER
Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked You for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within Your own Heart where Your Father sees it. Then, in His merciful eyes it will become Your favour not mine. Amen. Say for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. MOC
3RD ANNIVERSARY
O’DONOGHUE
In loving memory of a wonderful mother Lynsday O’Donoghue Coracow, Headford, Killarney who passed away on 4th July 2022.
Its been the hardest thing to lose you You meant so much to me
But you are in my heart Mom And that’s where you will always be.
I know that Heaven called you But I wish you could have stayed
At least the memories I have of you They will never fade.
I did not want to lose you
But you did not go alone
Because a part of me went with you
When Heaven called you home.
So just remember one thing We are not apart You’re with me in my memories
And in my broken heart.
She was a Mom so very rare Content in her home and always there
On earth she toiled, in heaven she rests God bless you Mom You were simply the best.
Always loved and remembered by your loving son Kenneth.
Lynsday‘s Anniversary Mass on Saturday 5th July at 6.00pm in St. Agatha’s Church, Glenflesk.
3RD ANNIVERSARY
O’DONOGHUE
In loving memory of Lynsday O’Donoghue Coracow, Headford, Killarney who passed away on 4th July 2022.
The time we spent together meant the world to me.
Your laughter and your precious smile as we grew up so happily.
Im so grateful for the years we had and the closeness that we shared. Your heart so kind and thoughtful I always knew you truly cared.
Your were a wonderful sister, i miss you no end. I have lost a very Special Friend.
Always remembered by your sister Marie and brother-in-law Michael.
3RD ANNIVERSARY
O’DONOGHUE
In loving memory of Lynsday O’Donoghue Coracow, Headford, Killarney who passed away on 4th July 2022.
We thought of you today
But that is nothing new
We thought about you yesterday And days before that too.
We think of you in silence
We often speak your name
Now all we have are memories
And your picture in a frame.
Your memory is our keepsake
With which we’ll never part God has you in his keeping
We have you in our hearts.
Sadly missed by your nephew Derek, Geraldine and Adam.
3RD ANNIVERSARY O’DONOGHUE
In loving memory of Lynsday O’Donoghue
Coracow, Headford, Killarney who passed away on 4th July 2022.
The Aunt we love remains with us for love itself lives on, And cherished memories never fade because a loved one’s gone.
Those we love can never be more that a thought away, For as long as there is a memory she will live on in my heart.
Loved and remembered every day by your niece Louise and Keith.
3RD ANNIVERSARY
O’DONOGHUE
In loving memory of Lynsday O’Donoghue Coracow, Headford, Killarney who passed away on 4th July 2022.
I miss your kindness and your love I miss your happy smile And I promised that every single day I’ll remember for a while.
We shared something truly special
Something that can never be replaced
A bond that the years can never fade
Memories that time cannot erase.
To lose you brings such sadness
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. AN
But know that you live on
In my heart and in my memory
Shines the guiding light you shone.
So sleep now softly, Angel In your eternal rest.
To have called you my Auntie I was truly blessed.
Always remembered by your niece Yvonne and Bernie.
Connie’s Mass was celebrated last Saturday 28th
in St Mary’s Cathedral.
NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART
NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART
52 IN MEMORIAM
4TH ANNIVERSARY HEALY
Remembering with love our darling son and brother, Thomas late of Gap of Dunloe who died on 7th July 2021.
You gave us happiness for 14 years, then sorrow came with tears, God gave us strength to bear your loss, and courage to fight the blow but what it has meant to lose you, only God alone will ever know.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, memories are treasures no one can steal we laugh, we talk, we play the part, but behind it all, lie our broken hearts
Some may forget you, now that you are gone, but we will remember you no matter how long.
As we loved you, so we miss you, In our memory you are near. Loved, remembered, longed for always. Bringing many a silent tear. Thomas, you are forever in our thoughts and prayers.
Love always from Dad, Mom, Jack, Danny, Michael, Laura and Leona.
Anniversary Mass on Sunday 6th July at 10.00am in St. Mary’s Church, Beaufort.
21ST & 33RD ANNIVERSARIES HEALY
In loving memory of Patrick (Paddy) and Mai Healy late of Gap of Dunloe, Beaufort, Killarney whose anniversaries occur at this time.
Treasured memories keep you near As time unfolds another year Out of our lives you may be gone But in our hearts you still live on.
Always in our prayers, Ger, Julie, Jack, Danny and Michael.
Anniversary Mass on Sunday 6th July at 10.00am in St. Mary’s Church, Beaufort.
O Glorious St. Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus, to you do we raise our hearts and hands to implore your powerful intercession in obtainingfrom the Benign Heart of Jesus all the helps and graces necessary for our spiritual welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death and the special favour we now implore (....
O Guardian of the Word Incarnate, we feel animated with confidence that your prayers on our behalf will be graciously heard before the throne of God.
O Glorious St. Joseph, through the love you bear to Jesus Christ and for the glory of His Name, hear our prayers and obtain our petitions.
Our Father, Hail Mary (three times), Glory be to the Father. JJD
4TH ANNIVERSARY
CRONIN
In loving memory of Denis (Deedie) Cronin late of Upper Park Road, Killarney whose anniversary occurs on 2nd July.
No Morning dawns, no night returns But that I think of you All our lives I will keep with me Memories of us two.
Gone are the days we used to share But in my heart, you are always there The gates of memory will never close I miss you more than anyone knows.
Sadly missed and always loved by your wife Teresa.
4TH ANNIVERSARY
CRONIN
In loving memory of Denis (Deedie) Cronin Upper Park Road, Killarney and Torc Precision Engineering Ltd who died on 2nd July 2021.
Sadly missed Along life’s ways Quietly remembered every day.
Sadly missed by his son Keith, daughter-in-law Sarah and his granddaughters Naoise and Áine.
4TH ANNIVERSARY
CRONIN
In loving memory of Denis (Deedie) Cronin late of Upper Park Road, Killarney whose anniversary occurs on 2nd July.
You always had a time to share A laugh, a joke, a time to care A wonderful nature, warm and true These are the memories we have of you Out of our lives you may be gone But in our hearts, you still live on.
Lovingly remembered by your daughter Tracy and granddaughter Florence.
O Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things you have given me as you confirm once again that I never wanted to be separated from you in spite of all material illusions. I wish to be with you in Eternal Glory. Thank you for mercy towards me and mine. This prayer must be said for three days, after three days the favour will be granted.
4TH ANNIVERSARY
CRONIN
In loving memory of Denis (Deedie) Cronin late of Upper Park Road, Killarney whose anniversary occurs on 2nd July.
Dad You are missed so dearly Now you’re no longer here When I’m thinking of you Sometimes I shed a tear.
I will always treasure you You were so gentle and so Kind Your love lives within my heart With memories of you in my mind.
Life goes on from day to day But something is out of place I would give almost anything To once more see your smiling face.
You were such a blessing So thoughtful and so true I feel eternally grateful To have known someone like you.
Grandad Deedie May the winds of Heaven blow softly And whisper in your ear How much we love and miss you And wish that you were here.
Dearly missed every day and always remembered by daughter Serena, son-in-law Alan, and grandchildren Aoife and Fionn.
11TH ANNIVERSARY TEAHAN
In loving memory of Jim Teahan Fair Haven, Lissivigeen, Killarney who died on 11th July 2014.
As each day dawns we think of you
As each night falls we pray for you And throughout our lives no matter where In our hearts you are always there.
We miss your smile your joking ways We miss the things you used to say And when old times we do recall It’s then we miss you most of all.
Sadly missed by his wife Anne, children Geraldine, Siobhan, Seamus, Kay and Deirdre, and all his grandchildren.
Anniversary Mass on Friday 11th July at 9:30am in the Church of the Resurrection, Killarney.
6TH ANNIVERSARY
FALVEY
In loving memory of Noreen Falvey late of Cappaganeen, Beaufort who died on 7th July 2019. Rest in Peace.
No special day is needed
For us to think of you
You’re always in our thoughts
No matter what we do
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.
Sadly missed by your loving husband Jerry, sons John, Diarmuid and Donal, and their families.
6TH ANNIVERSARY
FALVEY
In loving memory of a special sister-in-law Noreen Falvey late of Cappaganeen, Beaufort who died July 7th 2019.
Memories are like leaves of gold
They never wither or grow old
Locked in our hearts, you will always stay
Loved and remembered every day.
Sweet is your memory
Precious is your name Deep in our hearts
You will always remain.
Fondly remembered by Eileen and family, and the O’Leary family.
12TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE
BREEN
In loving memory of Peggy Breen
95 Pinewood Estate, Killarney whose birthday occurs on 6th July and her anniversary occurs on 9th July.
So many things have happened
Since you were called away
So many things to share with you Had you been left to stay.
Every day in some small way
Memories of you come our way
God, our Father, we thank you for giving us Carlo, a model of life for young people, and a message of love for all. You made him fall in love with your Son Jesus, making the Eucharist his ‘highway to heaven.’ You gave him Mary as a beloved mother, and with the Rosary, you made him sing the praises of her tenderness. Receive his prayer for us. Look especially upon the poor, whom he loved and helped. Grant me, through his intercession, the grace that I need (mention your intention), to the glory of your name. Amen.
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Though absent, you are ever near
Still missed, loved and always dear.
Always in our thoughts, Forever in our hearts.
Love always from your husband John, daughters, son, and extended family and friends. xxxx
Anniversary Mass on Saturday 5th July at 6.15pm in St.Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.
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NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT
8TH ANNIVERSARY LEAHY CARTON
In loving memory of Emly Leahy Carton late of Deerpark Cresent, Killarney and Kilbrean More, Kilcummin who passed away on 4th July 2017.
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.
All our Love, Dad, siblings Nikki, Roman and Eugene, their partners Scann and Catherine, niece and nephews Sophie, Joe and Arlo. xxx
14TH ANNIVERSARY
LYNCH
In loving memory of Maria Lynch late of 104 Woodlawn Park, Killarney who died on 3rd July 2011.
Don’t cry for me, I am not gone
My soul is at rest, My heart lives on Light a candle for me to see And hold on to my memory but save your tears, For I am still here By your side through the years.
Always missed by your sons John, James, Paul and Mark, your grandchildren Cian, Connor, Maria, Lily Mae and Chloe, and all your family and friends.
14TH & 10TH ANNIVERSARIES
CROWLEY
In loving memory of Tim and Margaret Crowley late of Knockancore, Kilcummin, Killarney Tim who died on July 7th 2011 and Margaret who died on 9th July 2015.
No matter how life changes No matter what we do
A special place within our hearts Is always there for you.
Always in our thoughts, love your daughters Eileen, Mary, Katie, son-in-law Al, partners, grandchildren Padraig, David and Shannon, and great grandchildren. xxx
9TH ANNIVERSARY
LONG
Treasured and precious memories of my wife Noreen Long Inches, Rathmore, Co. Kerry who died on 6th July 2016. Rest in Peace.
The day you left and gained your wings My heart just broke in two I wish you could have stayed with me But heaven needed you.
You left me with the memories And I love you dearly still No matter how much time goes by You know I always will.
You were a very special person With kindness in your heart And the love we had together Grows stronger now we’re apart.
I know I cannot bring you back Although I wish it everyday
But a piece of me went with you The day you passed away.
Always in my thoughts and prayers. Remembered by your loving husband Christy.
9TH ANNIVERSARY
LONG In loving memory of Noreen Long Inches, Rathmore, Co. Kerry who died on 6th July 2016. Rest in Peace.
There is always a face before us
A voice we would love to hear
A smile we will always remember Of a Mother we loved so dear.
Deep in our heart lies a picture
More precious than silver and gold It’s a picture of our Mother Whose memory will never grow old.
Sad was the parting, no one can tell So sudden on earth, the sorrow fell The blow was hard, the shock severe To part with one we loved so dear.
Dearer still as years depart Her memory lives within our hearts.
Always loved and remembered by your daughters Geraldine and Lisa, son Timothy, sons-in-law John and Anthony, daughter-in-law Paula, and your loving grandchildren.
PRAYER TO PADRE PIO
10TH ANNIVERSARY FLEMING (NEE O’SULLIVAN)
In loving memory of Julianne Fleming (nee O’Sullivan) 79 St Brendan’s Terrace Killarney who died on 9th July 2015.
The last goodbye was the hardest thing to say. For the last 10 years
I remember those words every day. They say a man should never cry. I lost someone very special Julianne, the day you died. Julianne, I will never forget you. I loved you so much for so long. Though my heart is broke, I will always love you.
Until the breath in my body is gone.
Julianne, you will always be waiting there with your arms unfolded. Waiting just for me to welcome me to God’s Heavenly world. Julianne, you always knew I loved you through and through.
I’ll forget a lot of things in my lifetime, but I will never forget you.
Julianne, I thank God every day of my life.
For having you a wonderful mother and a caring wife.
My world was shattered the day you suddenly passed away.
I am blessed having my children there for me night and day.
Julianne, it’s very easy for me to remember you every day. You were a wife in a million, that I can truly say. We enjoyed family holidays in Rossbeigh every year. That’s where you came from and you loved it so dear.
Your loving husband Donie. xxx
Mother
Lord forgive us if we cry.
We never wanted our mother to die. Our hearts are broken, why did you have to go.
We love you mother and miss you so.
Our world would be different, if we could only say.
Mam, we are calling to see you in Heaven today.
To see you face and that lovely smile. Have a joke and a laugh with you just for a while.
Always remembered and sadly missed by your loving children. xxx
Anniversary Mass will take place on Saturday 5th July at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Catherdral.
Praise and thank you St Joseph for all the blessings you have given me and my Family through your Intersession. To God our father, Son Jesus, Holy Spirit and our Blessed Mother Mary, | Thrust in you always St Joseph, and your Prayer .
14TH ANNIVERSARY
BRENNAN
In loving memory of Bridie Brennan late of Dalton’s Avenue, Killarney who died on 5th July 2011.
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, loved always and never forgotten by your family, home and abroad.
Anniversary Mass on Saturday 5th July at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.
15TH ANNIVERSARY
O’DOWD
In loving memory of Peggy O’Dowd (nee Kenny) late of Muckross, Killarney who died on 6th July 2010.
A heart of gold, a life so true Loved and respected by all she knew
Always willing, helpful and kind What beautiful memories She left behind.
Sadly missed by her sons Seamus and Michael, and Michael’s partner Caroline.
Anniversary Mass will be held on Sunday 6th July at 9.30am in Muckross Church.
15TH ANNIVERSARY
O’DOWD
In loving memory of Peggy O’Dowd (nee Kenny) late of Muckross, Killarney who died on 6th July 2010.
I will always have memories To cherish and hold Of a wonderful sister More precious than gold.
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Sadly missed and never forgotten by your loving sister Kathleen and family.
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Jack’s Army marches on
Old foes Tyrone up next after Kingdom ace Armagh test
Many feared that Kerry’s campaign would come to an end on Sunday last but Jack O’Connor and co. made a monumental stand to beat the favourites and defending champions Armagh by eight points in the All-Ireland quarter-final.
The superb performance and resounding result signalled a vindication for the experienced manager, his coaches, and his players – but they know they have only won the battle, not the war.
ONE STEP CLOSER: Kerry manager Jack O'Connor after his side's victory over Armagh at Croke Park.
Photo: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile.
And ‘war’ is the appropriate word in these circumstances because next on the agenda is a semi-final match-up with Tyrone, formidable opponents who almost always raise their standards when the green and gold comes into view. The Red Hand prevailed against the Dubs on Saturday. They will fancy their chances against Kerry too. Make no mistake about it.
The last four tie has been fixed for Croke Park on Saturday, July 12 at 5pm. The
curtain raiser will be the Tailteann Cup final between Limerick and Kildare (2.30pm). Tickets are available now via Ticketmaster.
Donegal and Meath will contest the other All-Ireland semi-final on the Sunday (4pm) after both sides successfully navigated their respective quarters against Monaghan and Galway.
On Saturday, Jim McGuinness’ Ulster champions came back from seven points down at half-time to beat the
Farney by 1-26 to 1-20 with impressive midfielder Michael Langan bagging 1-3. The Royals came out the right side of a ding-dong affair on the Sunday as Jordan Morris played a key role in a 2-16 to 2-15 win. Robbie Brennan’s side have now defeated Dublin, Kerry and Galway – the three counties with the most football All-Irelands – in the 2025 championship.
Donegal v Meath will be part of a double header with the All-Ireland Junior final throwing in at 1.30pm.
The result was a vindication but they know they have only won the battle, not the war.
Kerry stun Armagh with crazy second-half scoring spree
Adam Moynihan reports from Croke Park, Dublin
ALL-IRELAND SFC QUARTER-FINAL
Kerry 0 - 32 | Armagh 1 - 21
CROKE PARK
The haters were out in force all week, giddily writing the Kingdom off.
A busted flush. A spent force. A one-man team.
Afraid of Ulster. Shy of talent. Lacking nous.
No midfield.
No bottle.
No fans.
No chance.
Kerry were the underdogs in this game (perhaps for the first time since 2019) but on this showing it might be a while before they get that billing again.
Jack O'Connor's men roared to a fully deserved eight-point victory against the reigning champions Armagh in Croke Park on Sunday, and the heavily scrutinised Kerry crowd roared with them all the way.
Seánie O’Shea blessed all in attendance with a performance for the ages but it would be wrong to focus on any one individual. This was a heroic team performance from 1 to 15 and beyond, one that opens up a world of possibilities for this revitalised group of players.
The signs were there early on that Kerry were out to prove a point, although as promising as they were in certain aspects of their game, they were coughing up far too many goal chances and easy scores
for comfort.
O’Shea was swinging over beauties to beat the band – he had 0-8 in the first half – but some of his side’s good work was undone in the 29th minute when a poor error from a short kickout allowed Rory Grugan to steal in and bury the ball past Shane Ryan.
That gave Armagh their first lead of the game but O’Shea responded like the leader he is with a brilliant solo effort and a wonderful two-pointer to edge Kerry back out in front.
Dylan Geaney popped over Kerry’s 13th point after some patient build-up play, but Armagh finished the half in the ascendancy with a two-point free from Ethan Rafferty and a score after the hooter by Joe McElroy.
Half-time: Kerry 0-13 Armagh 1-11.
The Orchard County bagged four of the first five scores of the second period –including one two-point free by Rian O’Neill – and the tipsters who backed Armagh to be too strong for a wounded, injury-hit Kerry outfit looked to be on the money.
Few could have sensed what was to
LEADER: Seánie O'Shea celebrates in front of the Kerry fans in the Cusack Stand after his side beat Armagh in the All-Ireland quarter-final. Photo: Ray McManus/Sportsfile.
come. Despite effectively fielding a second-string midfield in Seán O’Brien and Mark O’Shea, the Kingdom completely dismantled Armagh’s kickout, scoring 14 points in 15 totally devastating minutes. It was vintage stuff from the underdogs as O’Brien and O’Shea came to the fore, complemented by the industrious AllStar contender Joe O’Connor. Spectacular two-pointers by O’Shea (off his left) and the human highlight reel David Clifford got the crowd on their feet. This was Kerry football at its electrifying best.
The Munster champions went from five down in the 41st minute to nine up in the 56th. The run ended with Graham O’Sullivan justifying his selection in the forwards by dropping over his second of the day.
When Andrew Murnin’s low goal attempt was deflected narrowly wide by Jason Foley at the other end, it really felt like it was going to be Kerry’s day.
The boys in green and gold managed the game cleverly and in a composed fashion thereafter, running down the clock with long periods of possession that were interrupted only by points by the hugely influential impact sub Micheál Burns and, fittingly, Man of the Match O’Shea.
Kerry became the first team ever to break the thirty-point barrier in Croke Park without scoring a goal – and they
did it against the reigning All-Ireland champions.
A royal flush. A coming force. A proper team.
Afraid of no one. Abundant talent. Ample nous.
Strong midfield.
Serious bottle.
Adoring fans.
Every chance.
Who knows what will happen next. Another challenge awaits in the All-Ireland semi-final against Tyrone. But one thing is clear: the haters don't know ball.
KERRY: Shane Ryan; Paul Murphy, Jason Foley, Dylan Casey; Brian Ó Beaglaoich 0-2, Gavin White 0-2, Tom O’Sullivan; Seán O’Brien, Mark O’Shea; Joe O’Connor 0-2, Seánie O’Shea 0-12 (3 x 2pt, 2f), Graham O’Sullivan 0-2; David Clifford 0-7 (2 x 2pt), Conor Geaney, Dylan Geaney 0-1. Subs: Evan Looney for Tom O’Sullivan, Paudie Clifford 0-2 for Conor Geaney, Micheál Burns 0-2 for Mark O’Shea, Dara Moynihan for Burns (temp), Killian Spillane for Dylan Geaney, Tomás Kennedy for Graham O’Sullivan, Tom Leo O’Sullivan for Casey (temp).
ARMAGH: Ethan Rafferty 0-2 (1 x 2ptf); Paddy Burns, Barry McCambridge, Peter McGrane; Ross McQuillan, Tiernan Kelly 0-1, Jarlath Óg Burns 0-2 (1 x 2pt); Niall Grimley, Ben Crealey; Darragh McMullan 0-1, Rory Grugan 1-0, Joe McElroy 0-2; Oisín Conaty 0-6 (1 x 2pt), Andrew Murnin, Rian O’Neill 0-6 (1 x 2ptf, 1f). Subs: Conor Turbitt for Burns (temp), Jason Duffy for Grimley, Turbitt for McQuillan, Aidan Forker for Kelly, Cian McConville 0-1 for Crealey, Shane McPartlan for Grugan, Callum O’Neill for Murnin.
Magnificent win built
Eamonn Fitzgerald was greatly impressed by Kerry players and management in their spectacular victory against Armagh
I didn’t expect this big upset for the reigning All-Ireland champions, who were left reeling as Kerry shot an unbelievable 32 points in a clear-cut win. Such was the awful defeat away to Meath, a solid if unspectacular improvement versus Cavan in the Fitzgerald Stadium, and the toll of injuries, I was not confident of Kerry defeating Armagh. I was hopeful that Kerry would be Kerry in Croker and lift their game, but the odds favoured Armagh.
In last week’s prediction, I wrote: ‘My heart says Kerry, but on this occasion, the head says Armagh. I expect that the winners of Armagh v Kerry will win the All-Ireland 2025’.
I stick with that, hoping there will be no more injuries and that some of the injured players will be back to full fitness. One step at a time, next Tyrone, and then hopefully a green and gold final. Meath will be no pushover as they showed against Galway, who were shellshocked once again in Croke Park. Their hopes of silverware were blown asunder, the same fate experienced so often by luckless Mayo. There is a lot to play for yet, especially against Tyrone on the weekend after next.
EMERGENCY WARD 10
I had hoped that Emergency Ward 10 would provide Paudie Clifford and Paul Geaney to start. They didn’t. This was a wonderful team effort but there were some standout ingredients Firstly, the brilliant Seán O’Shea scored 12 points. We saw a series of brilliant top drawer saves by Shane Ryan, who was brilliant between the posts. He diverted several goal-bound shots, and he did so well in varying the kickouts so that the big Armagh midfielders were by-passed. The leadership of captain Gavin White was crucial. He anchored the team and gave an All-Star performance throughout, solidifying the defence so the expected avalanche through the middle never materialised. He also soloed upfield to score two points.
Ó Beaglaoich and Paul Murphy did what we know they can do, cutting off the dangerous Armagh forwards. Rian O’Neill was curtailed to just three points from play. Tom O’Sullivan had to go off injured in the 23rd minute, and in came the inexperienced Evan Looney. His only other game time at senior level was a short cameo against Cavan. To be thrown in versus Armagh after
23 minutes was a daunting task, but it did not faze him. He played his part in this victory as he did in that Man of the Match award-winning Munster U20 final against Cork in Tralee in 2023.
The midfield trio of Seán O’Brien, Joe O'Connor, and Mark O’Shea, nominally at wing forward, did so well, where one expected it to be Kerry's Achilles heel.
Joe O'Connor had a quiet first half but came with a good second half. O’Shea also did so well on his big day while O’Brien played his part.
In the first half, David Clifford did not dominate as one might have expected but he shone in that second half.
Kerry may depend on David Clifford and Seán O’Shea to provide the big scores in the drive for Sam but there was a good spread from others on Sunday.
One must also credit the smart and timely decisions of the much-maligned Jack O’Connor and his selectors.
They made the brave decision to send the inexperienced (at this level) Evan
Looney on for the injured Tom O’Sullivan. The piece de resistance was springing Paudie Clifford and Micheál Burns into second-half action. This duo transformed the Kerry attack, heralding that 15-minute scoring blitz. It wasn’t just the 0-2 that each scored from play, but it was the injection of spirited play, chomping at the bit and becoming great score-makers that caught the eye.
Jack O’Connor hit out at his critics, showing that this Kerry team is not just a one-man show. Well done to all concerned with this magnificent display.
KERRY MINORS
Best of luck to the Kerry minor football team in their All-Ireland final versus Tyrone in Newbridge on Sunday. An All-Ireland win at minor level is long overdue, going back to the five-in-a-row era of 2014 to 2018.
Kerry manager Wayne Quillinan has stated that this squad may not have brilliant individuals, rather he has a panel of
honest-to-goodness team players who blend together as a team with a never-say-die spirit, which has taken them through to this All-Ireland final.
“Jesus, I'm buzzing,” the Tralee man said after the semi-final. “I see managers sometimes, and they're after reaching All-Ireland finals, and they're not all happy. Jesus, I'm not going to be like that, it's fantastic for those guys, we've another two weeks with them, it's just another great two weeks to look forward to. I know the challenge, I know Tyrone, I know all of that, but do you know what, not tonight, we'll worry about all of that tomorrow.”
They may well have ridden on their luck and had it all to do in the semi-final against Mayo, winning 1-19 to 3-10. This went down to the buzzer as Kerry snatched victory from the jaws of defeat, and they will need all the same unyielding spirit against Tyrome, Kerry’s nemesis, especially at minor and U20s levels in those humiliating defeats of
JOB DONE: Kerry players Micheál Burns and Mark O'Shea celebrate after the final whistle. Photo: Piaras Ó Mídheach/ Sportsfile.
on real team effort
recent years. Of course, the same two counties will meet at senior level in their semi-final.
The Kerry defence has been very impressive even though they conceded three goals to Mayo. Players from local clubs are performing very well. Danny Murphy (Listry) and Marcus Clifford (Firies) are key wing backs playing well. In attack, Dr Crokes duo Mark O’Carroll and Ben Kelliher are very much to the fore. Indeed, in the pulsating semi-final, prolific marksman Kelliher was the top scorer. He registered 0-9 (2f, 1 x 2ptf). He is already an All-Ireland winner in pitch and putt and will be hoping to sign a match-winning scorecard versus Tyrone.
Other local players on the bench are David McCarthy (Listry), Liam O’Brien (Glenflesk), Dylan O'Meara (Fossa) and Seán Kiely (Dr Crokes). The captain of this promising team is Gearóid White from John Mitchels wearing the number 11 geansaí.
I still maintain that it is an awful pity that the minor games are not played as curtain raisers to the senior games. What a thrill that always was for the young players, their proud parents and their home clubs. Apart from those following with close interest, not that many supporters will travel to Newbridge.
There will be nothing easy versus Tyrone, but maybe the minors can show the way for the seniors.
ISABELLE O’CALLAGHAN RIP
One’s heart goes out to the O'Callaghan family of Rockfield on the untimely passing of Isabelle O’Callaghan, who left this world so suddenly participating in the sport she loved so well from a very early age. She was a brilliant teenage show jumper, proven at shows all over Ireland. Comhbhrón ó bhun mo chroí to Eamon, Deirdre, James, the extended O’Callaghan family, friends, and her fellow
students in St Brigid’s Presentation Secondary School. Brón ar an mbás’ sé dubh bhúr gcroíthe. Leaba i measc na Naomh, Isabelle,
KERRY LGFA V KILDARE
The Kerry ladies will meet Kildare in the TG4 All-Ireland quarter-final at Austin Stack Park, Tralee tomorrow (Saturday) with a throw-in time of 7.30pm. The All-Ireland champions who won the coveted Brendan Martin Cup in 2024 after a 31-year famine, have done so well this year with a much-changed team due to retirements and the move of Kayleigh Cronin to play with Adelaide. The
new management has done very well, and I expect Kerry to win tomorrow and most likely meet Meath in the All-Ireland semi-final.
Kerry LGFA got a great boost in Banagher last week when the U16 A team defeated Cavan 4-11 to 0-18. Cavan were going for three in a row of All-Ireland titles. Conditions were difficult for both sides, but credit both sets of dynamic teenagers. Top scorer for Kerry was Jessie Lynch with 2-10.
KERRY: C O’Mahony, N O’Connor, A Brosnan, S Lyons, A Doyle, E Dillane, S Flynn, L Griffin (C), E O’Sullivan, J Lynch, J O’Connor, I Wynton, N Murphy, L Riordan, K Cummins. Subs: S O’Halloran for I Wynton, D O’Neill for N Murphy, S O’Shea for K Cummins.
One must also credit the smart and timely decisions of the muchmaligned Jack O’Connor and his selectors.
TAG TEAM: David Clifford drives past Armagh players Barry McCambridge and Tiernan Kelly. Photo: Daire Brennan/ Sportsfile.
Kerry boss Healy signs son from Cork City
Kerry FC manager Colin Healy has signed his own son, Arran, from Cork City ahead of a crucial run of games in the League of Ireland First Division.
Healy (20) plies his trade mainly in the centre of midfield. The young Cork man started his playing career with Blarney before moving to the Cork City Academy in 2018. He came up through the ranks at Turner’s Cross and made his senior debut in 2023 during the club’s Munster Senior Cup campaign.
In 2024, he found some regular game time in the First Division and featured for Cork City in all four games against Kerry FC during their title-winning season.
Healy has made 22 appearances for Cork City, so he has plenty of experience in a squad currently in the Premier Division of Irish football. He will wear the number 35 shirt for Kerry FC.
“I’m delighted to be here in Kerry,” Healy told KerryFC.com. “I’m looking forward to getting started with new teammates, and it’s a new challenge for me here.
I’ve had a great time in Cork since I was 13, but now it’s a new chance and hopefully some first-team football down here as well. I’m looking forward to putting on the green jersey in Mounthawk Park. I was down here a couple of times with Cork, and I can see how passionate the supporters are here, so I can’t wait to get
going now.”
His father and now manager Colin said: “I’m obviously delighted that he’s here. It’s a great opportunity for him. It shows the path the club are choosing to go down, bringing in young, hungry players who want to fight for everything. He had a great upbringing in the Cork City Academy, which I’m really thankful for. There are some great people in Cork City and in the Academy there as well, and they’ve guided him along the right path. Since making the senior setup in Cork, he found game time somewhat limited, so now is the right time to come down here. The want for first-team football and minutes is important to young players, and hopefull he will get that experience here.
“I just want to say a massive thanks to everyone in Cork who brought him this far.”
Kerry are in LOI action tonight (Friday) at home to league leaders Dundalk. Kick-off at Mounthawk Park is at 7.45pm.
Kilcummin show club pride at Féile in Derry
A large crowd gathered at Kilcummin GAA on Sunday evening to welcome back the club’s U15 team and their supporters who travelled to Derry for the John West National Féile Peile.
It was a long weekend for the Kilcummin contingent, who brough four buses to their base in Letterkenny on Friday and stayed up in Ulster for two days.
Competing in Group 1 alongside Derry side Ballinascreen and Down champions Clonburr, the lads knew that only two victories would secure a cup semi-final. At 11am on Saturday morning, as Eamon O’Donoghue collected the first throw in, the action began in earnest against a very game Derry side who proved more than a handful. After a number of attacks it was Daragh Keane who opened the scoring with a free into a tricky wind, before Callum Scullion tied up matters.
Derry O’Gorman was prominent throughout the first half and he popped up for a well taken score to give Kilcummin a
0-2 to 0-1 lead at the break. Aidan Huggard ensured a fast start to the second half with a pointed effort from 30 yards as Kilcummin began to get the better of exchanges. Scullion pegged it back to a point with his second score before a Darragh Keane brace had Kilcummin 0-5 to 0-2 ahead. The Kerry side had to withstand a late penalty effort Ballinascreen which they failed to convert as Kilcummin secured the win.
Clonburr were the opposition in Round 2, a club which actually put paid to the chances of the team of 1992, and sides served up a cracker of an opening half. Shea Murray found the net for the Down team but a quick reply of a point by Daragh Keane had the Kerry lads up and running before Keane converted a penalty to leave it 1-1 to 0-1 after 9 minutes.
With both teams eager for goals, it was Clonburr who found a second through Murray again. The reply was swift, however, as a searching run by Derry O’Gor-
man presented Dean Moynihan with an opening. His effort rebounded to Darragh Keane who found the net from a tight angle to leave Kilcummin 2-1 to 2-0 ahead at the break. The second half saw the team play some of their best football. Keane opened with a fine point before he added his third goal as Max Moynihan and Tristan Murphy both found the target. The game’s first two-pointer came from the boot of Keane before Clonburr managed to win a penalty. Dan Barry, just on the field, saved Daniel Gribben’s effort with his first touch and Kilcummin manfully cleared their lines with the help of Darragh Fleming, Darragh Forde and Conal McCarthy, and the green and red prevailed.
New York were next up in the cup semi-final, and it was evident from the off that this would be a bruising battle with a number of off the ball altercations prior to throw in. It was the exiles that made the better start, opening with three un-
answered points from Dara Lynch (2) and Fintan Murphy as Kilcummin struggled with the physical presence of the opposition.
They needed a big score to get back into contention and it arrived from the boot of Keane by way of a two-point free, and it was Keane once again from a dead ball that had Kilcummin back in contention at the break as they trailed 0-4 to 0-3. The second half was a tough affair as both sides limited scoring opportunities in the stadium pitch in Owenbeg, but it was New York who mustered the scores mid-way through the half to push ahead 0-7 to 0-3, a lead they held to the finish. New York would lose 1-2 to 0-3 to Naas in the final.
Kilcummin GAA expressed their gratitude to the players, management and parents for representing the club with real pride over the weekend, and to all the sponsors for their help. Well done to all involved.
SWITCH: Arran Healy at Mounthawk Park following his transfer from Cork City.
TRIP: The Kilcummin U15 team who participated in the Féile Peile in Derry.
THE WEEK IN PICTURES
LAUNCH: The Dr Crokes Golf Classic will take place on the O'Mahony's Point Course at Killarney Golf Club on Thursday, July 3 and Friday, August 1. Entry for a team of four is €400 and further information is available from Vincent Casey (087 2461599) and Eoin Brosnan (086 8528308). Launching the event were Colm Cooper and Eoin Brosnan with joint sponsors Eoghan Cronin (MP Moran Group) and Colm Foley (Charlie Foley's Bar). Back from left are David Byrne, John McEnery, Ross Brosnan and Vincent Casey. Photo: Eamonn Keogh.
COMMUNITY GAMES: The Spa Muckross U12 girls' relay team who won gold at the Community Games Athletics County Finals. Carolena Kelly, Kayla O'Sullivan, Lucy Devane, Kylie Biggins, Alannah McGlynn and Sarah Crowley.
SOCCER: Participants at the Killarney Celtic Summer Camp this week.
CROKES: The presentation of prizes for the Dr Crokes Golf Society Captain's Prize sponsored by Kerry Coaches at Scotts Hotel. Front: Joey Sheehan (Captain), Rod Stewart (overall winner) and Mike Buckley (Kerry Coaches). Second row: Harry O'Neill, Johnny O'Connor (second), Alan Flynn (guest prize), James Jones (third) and Liam Hartnett (President). Standing: Eamonn Fitzgerald, Mike O'Leary, Denis Coleman, Seán Brosnan, Karl McMahon, Martin Byrnes, John McEnery and Shane Horgan. Photo: Eamonn Keogh.
PITCH & PUTT: Deerpark's Fionn McMonagle receiving his prize for finishing as runner-up in the Munster U16 Boys Matchplay Cup Final in Nenagh from Pitch & Putt Ireland Youth Officer Liam Leahy.
GOLF: The presentation of the prizes for the Royal Hotel-sponsored June Medal competition at Ross Golf Club. Back: John Ivory, Lucas Cronin, Peter Wickham (Captain), Conor Brosnan, John Hurley and MJ O'Sullivan. Front: John Cuskelly, Joe Scally (sponsor) and Donie Broderick.
LGFA: The Spa U14 girls, winners of the Division 3 county final.
Killarney Celtic
CADBURY KICK FIT is now at Killarney Celtic. Ladies, try something new, join up, meet new people. It's only 1 hour per week from 7pm-8pm on Wednesday.
LOTTO: Numbers drawn 1, 11, 14, 19. No jackpot winner. Match 3 winners received €25. Next jackpot €15,000 on Monday July 7th. Jackpot is capped at €15,000 with the additional €200 going on to the 1st jackpot after the next jackpot win. Tickets available from The Dungeon Bookshop, Amber Shop (Top of Ross Road), club members and online through Clubzap.
KILLARNEY CELTIC SUMMER CAMPS:
Week 1 has run this week from Monday June 30th - Friday July 4th. Week 2 is from Monday July 14th - Friday July 18th. Bookings through Clubzap Clubs App. AGM: The AGM was held last week. Philip O'Callaghan remains as Chairperson. John Somers is the new vice chairperson. Paul Sherry is the new treasurer. Best of luck to the MC for the upcoming year.
Mastergeeha
LOTTO: There was no winner on Friday 27th June 2025 of the Jackpot €8,400. Numbers drawn were 08, 09, 16, 22. Consolation prizes of €50 went to K O’Donoghue, Kilcummin; Lily Pigott; Helen & Patrick O’Sullivan, Knocknahoe; Noreen Nagle, Mastergeeha. The next draw will be on Friday 4th July for Jackpot of €8,600.
Killarney Legion GAA
DONAL CURTIN CUP SEMI FINAL: Our Senior Ladies welcomed the current senior county and Munster champions Castleisland Desmond’s to Derreen on Monday evening for the semi-final of the Credit Union Donal Curtin Division 2 Cup. A tough battle was expected between the two sides, with the hosts taking the spoils in the earlier season league game. The opening exchanges were hard fought with scores from either side with Laura Healy and Kate McCarthy raising white flags for the home team. The visitors took control of the game mid-way through the half with 3 unanswered points with former Kerry star Lorraine Scanlon showing her class around the middle. A well worked move saw Legion youngster Eva O’Shea in for a well worked point with only inches separating it from a green flag. Further points were exchanged, the score again from the trusty left boot of Laura Healy, leaving the half time score at Killarney Legion 0-04 Castleisland Desmonds 0-06. The second half saw the visitors take advantage of the breeze on their backs with some well worked scores to increase the lead. Lorraine Scanlon shows that class doesn’t age, kicking some fine scores. To the ladies credit, they stayed in the game, and with minutes to go, they struck for goal through Ellen Coffey, adding to her earlier point, to leave only 4 between the
teams. With time almost up, another attack was mounted and even though the ball hit the net again, with a cracking kick from Kate McCarthy, play was called back for a free kick before the full-time whistle was blown. Castleisland Desmond’s deservedly advance to the final after an impressive performance on a score of 0-13 to 1-06. The Ladies can hold their heads up high after only being promoted to Division 2 this year. With lots of young blood introduced during the campaign and some experienced heads to return, hopes are high for the forthcoming club league and ultimately the Junior Championship.
SENIOR COUNTY LEAGUE: The final round of the Senior County League takes place this Saturday at 5pm when Rathmore are the visitors to Direen for the Division 1 clash. The same two sides are down to meet in Rathbeg in the Division 6 equivalent. Stay tuned to our social media channels for any updates on fixtures.
U15 LADIES FÉILE: On Saturday, our U15 ladies travelled to Mallow, Co. Cork to proudly represent Kerry in Division 2 of the regional Féile. The team put in outstanding performances, going unbeaten in the group stage with impressive wins over St. Pats (Waterford), Mourneabbey (Cork), and Ballyfin (Laois). They advanced to the Cup Semi-Final, where they faced the host club Mallow — strong favourites for the title. Despite a determined display and tireless work rate, our girls were edged out in a hard-fought match. The players showed great skill, heart, and sportsmanship throughout the day and were a credit to their club, coaches, and families. A special thank you to Golden Chopsticks and Richard Zhu & Team for generously hosting us for the team meal that evening — a well-deserved celebration of their fantastic efforts.
U17 DEVELOPMENT SQUAD: Well done to Laura Healy who lined out for the Kerry Ladies u17 development squad in a blitz in MTU Cork on Saturday where they played teams from Cork and Tipperary.
NEW ARRIVAL: Congratulations to our Senior B team manager Sean McCarthy and his fiancé Megan on the arrival of their new baby named Follyn. The good news is all are doing well, and no doubt Grandad John is practicing his nappy changing technique.
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES: The Club extends its sympathies to the family of Isabelle O’Callaghan. Isabelles brother James is a member of our U16 team while parents Eamonn and Deirdre are great supporters of the club. The entire O’Callaghan family are in our thoughts at this sad time.
LOTTO: Results Monday June 23rd. Numbers were 15, 23, 25, 26. Bonus No 17. No Jackpot winner. Match 3s/Lucky Dips. Mary Healy. Danny Ferris. Mods & Minis.
Spa GAA
CONGRATULATIONS to our U14 girls winners of Aherns Castleisland Division 3 County final against a valiant Fossa side. Played outstanding football and worked hard throughout the field. Thanks to coaches Johnny, Oliver, Liadh, Neil and FLO officer Aisling.
WELL DONE to our U14 boys in reaching County League Division 6 final after defeating Dr. Crokes. Details for the final TBC. Please keep an eye on Spa Clubzap and social media accounts.
FIXTURES: Credit Union Senior Football League Division 1 Round 11. Spa versus Glenflesk at 7pm Saturday 5th July in Glenflesk. Credit Union Senior Football League Division 7B Round 7. Spa versus Listowel Emmets at 5pm Saturday 5th July in Spa.
LOTTO RESULTS: Numbers drawn: 1, 11, 14, 25. No jackpot winner. Lucky dips €50 each: Sheila Hickey, Online; Laura Herlihy, Lissivigeen; Kathleen Kelliher, c/o Brendan Cronin; Sean O’Suilleabhain, Tiernaboul; Next week's draw is on Monday 7 July @ 9pm for a jackpot of €3,600.
Dr Crokes GAA
LOTTO took place June 30th. Numbers drawn were 16, 17, 19, 28. Jackpot of €8,600 was NOT WON. 4 patrons matched 3 numbers and receive €100 each. Jackpot for draw on July 7th will be €8,900. Play online.
BINGO Dr. Crokes Bingo continues every Sunday in St. Mary's Parish Hall. Doors will open at 7pm with the first game commencing at 8pm.
CONGRATULATIONS to Elaine Kavanagh and Eddie Giblin on their wedding day. CONGRATULATIONS to Paul and Roisin Reen on the birth of their baby boy Sonny, and to Danielle and David Stack on the birth of their baby girl Ella.
BEST OF LUCK to Ben Kelleher, Mark O’Carroll, Sean Kiely and the Kerry Minor team in the All-Ireland Final on Sunday. NOTES: If anyone has anything they want to add to our club notes please email communications.drcrokes.kerry@gaa.ie.
Fossa GAA
LOTTO: The numbers drawn on 29/06/2025 for a jackpot of €11,250 were 11, 13, 19, 23. There was no jackpot winner. The €40 consolation prize winners were Maria Brosnan, Paul Lynch, Orla and James O’Sullivan, Caroline Foley, Geraldine O’Mahony. Tickets are available from our sellers and can also be bought online.
EAST KERRY U13 LEAGUE ROUND 2: Fossa 0-08 Scartaglen 4-14. A very depleted Fossa U13 side took on Scartaglen in Round 2 of the East Kerry League. With holiday season in full swing the home side were missing several of their starting 15 and great credit is due to 5 of our Under-11 lads who answered the call to ensure the fixture was played. Fossa start-
ed brightly with both Cian Sheehan and Rory Salvador kicking 2 excellent points to ensure Fossa took an early lead. But unfortunately Scartaglen would go on to dominate the remainder of the half and hold a very commanding half time lead of 0-03 to 4-09. But just like last week Fossa were a totally different team in the 2nd half. Rian O'Reilly and Billy Brosnan shored up the defence and Ryan Lynch and Aaron O'Sullivan attacked their opponents with every opportunity from the middle of the park. The introduction of McDara O'Shea in the half forward line worked a treat as he won every ball that came his way. Both teams added 5 points to their tallies in the 2nd half. When excellent Glenflesk referee Evan Horan blew the final whistle, it was Scartaglen who won on a scoreline of 0-08 to 4-14. Next week Fossa will play their final game of this campaign v Beaufort. Fossa Scorers: Aaron O'Sullivan 0-02, Ryan Lynch 0-02, Mark O'Connor 0-01, Cian Sheehan 0-01, Conor Lucey 0-01, Rory Salvador 0-01. Fossa Team: Tommy Kavanagh, Colm Kissane O'Sullivan, Rian O'Reilly, Peter Clifford, Conor Brosnan, Aaron O'Sullivan, Billy Brosnan, Ryan Lynch, Rory Salvador, Finian Swarwick, Mark O'Connor, Conor Lucey, Cian Sheehan, Eoin Murphy, Luke Nott, McDara O'Shea. SENIOR LADIES: Well done to the Fossa Senior Ladies who came out on top in an epic battle against near neighbours Spa in the semi-final of the Credit Union Donal Curtin Cup. After a whirlwind start by the visitors and the early concession of 1-01 Fossa steadied themselves and played their way back into the game. A few long range frees and a couple of well worked scores saw Fossa in at the break 0-06 to 1-02 in front. In a very low scoring, tough game both sides found it hard to break down the defence but all credit to Fossa having got to the front, all worked hard to keep the slender lead. That’s exactly what they did and while giving their supporters some scary moments along the way they ran out eventual winners on a final score of 0-10 to 1-06. Well done to all our players on a real battle of effort. Commiserations to Spa Gaa and next up is the final v Laune Rangers - fixtures details will follow.
CONGRATULATIONS: Well done to Paudie and David Clifford and the Kerry team who gave their supporters one of the most memorable days in Croke Park on Sunday when they dethroned reigning All-Ireland champions, Armagh. It was a complete team performance with our two boys central to this epic win. Next up is Tyrone in the semi-final which is fixed for Saturday 12th July @ 4pm.
Kilcummin GAA
SENIOR COUNTY LEAGUE DIV 1: It is back to the Credit Union Senior Football League Division 1 league action this weekend as we travel to Beaufort on Saturday evening for Round 11 with a 5pm
throw in time. Kilcummin currently sit in 4th place and a win would secure our highest finish in a number of years. After a run of wins James Foley’s side will avoid all fears of relegation.
SENIOR COUNTY LEAGUE DIV 7B: Currently sitting on top of the league Kilcummin will be at home this Saturday evening as John Mitchel’s are the visitors to Kilcummin in Credit Union Senior Football League Division 7 Cup Round 7. This has been a very successful campaign by the team who have endeavoured to give a number of very talented young players an introduction to county league football.
LADIES FOOTBALL: Congratulations to Sadbh O’Halloran and the Kerry Under 16 Ladies Footballers after their fine All Ireland Semi Final win over Cavan. Sadbh will now look forward to the All-Ireland.
UNDER 14: Hard luck to our U14 ladies who were defeated by Finuge/St Senan’s in their County League Division 5 Silver final on Thursday evening in Kilcummin.
UNDER 10: Our U10 girls hosted Glenflesk in two go games on Thursday evening. Well done to the girls on a great performance, they continue to show improvement week on week. Thanks to Glenflesk for travelling and for very enjoyable games.
BOYS UNDER 13: Kilcummin enjoyed a 4-9 to 2-12 win over Firies in Round 2 having lost narrowly to Rathmore in Round 1. They now play Kenmare at home on Wednesday evening at 7.30pm LOTTO: There was no winner on Monday 30th June 2025 of the Jackpot €2,500. Numbers drawn were 03, 13, 14, 29. Consolation prizes of €50 went to Diarmuid Healy, Joan Brosnan, Jerry Coffey & Tony Cahill. The next draw will be on Monday 14th July for Jackpot of €2,750. Glenflesk GAA
KERRY: Best wishes to the Kerry Minors and to our own clubman Liam O’Brien in the All-Ireland Final against Tyrone this Sunday at 1:30pm in Newbridge. Well done to Megan O’Reilly and the Kerry U16’s who beat Cavan in the All-Ireland U16A Championship Semi Final in Banagher, Co. Offaly last Thursday on a scoreline of 4:11 to 0:18
CHAMPIONS: Congratulations to our Senior ladies team who were crowned Division 4 Donal Curtin Cup champions on Monday evening following their win over Inbhear Scéine Gaels on a scoreline of 3-9 to 2-4.
GOLF: Glenflesk GAA would like to wish the best of luck to the Parents Association & Golf Committee of Lissivigeen National School who are holding a golf classic on Thursday 10th & 11th of July at Beaufort Golf Club. All funds raised are going towards the development of a new sensory playground and sensory garden at the school. Organisers say that supporting Lissivigeen N.S. Golf Classic will truly make a difference in the lives of the students, now and for future generations to come. Teams are filling up nicely so if
you are interested in booking a Tee Time, please contact Tim O’Sullivan on 087 9273694 or email Lissivigeennsgolfclassic@gmail.com.
LOTTO: There was no winner of Glenflesk Lotto which took place on the 23rd of June. Jackpot €6,800. Numbers drawn 8, 16, 20, 26. Consolation prizes of €50: Sinéad Kelliher, Barradubh, Helena Kelliher (Sellers Prize), Darragh Roche, Lisbabe, Sean & Daniel Moynihan, Dungarvan. Next draw will take place on Tuesday 8th July. Jackpot will be €7,000. Thanks to all who support our Lotto & to Diarmuid Lynch Plumbing & Heating Ltd for sponsoring our tickets.
U14: Lee Strand U14 County League Division 9 Final. Castleisland Desmond’s 5-12 Glenflesk 4-09.
NOTES: If you would like anything added in the notes, please email to pro.glenflesk.kerry@gaa.ie.
Listry GAA
LOTTO: June 29th 2025. Jackpot €10,300. Numbers Drawn. 2, 4, 11, 17. Not Won. €100 Helen Enright, Milltown (online). €50 Brendan Hynes c/o Tim. €50 Ger O'Shea Valentia Island. €25 Noel Kennedy Ballymalis (online). €25 Paddy Doona Faha. Jackpot next week € 10,450.
SENIORS: Best of luck to the Seniors who play a very important co league game on Saturday July 5th at 5pm in Listry v Cordal. The B team will play Firies at home on Tuesday July 8th at 7.30pm.
MINORS: Best of luck to the Minors who commence the county league they are away v Na Gaeil on Monday July 7th at 7pm.
U16: Best of luck to the U16 team who play John Mitchels at home Thursday 10th July at 7pm.
KERRY MINORS: Beat of luck to Danny Murphy, David McCarthy and the Kerry minor team and management who play Tyrone in the All-Ireland minor final on Sunday 6th July.
East Kerry GAA
EAST KERRY JUNIOR LEAGUES: Division 1 (13/15 a side) - Round 1 – Tuesday 8th July at 7:30pm. Dr. Crokes v Kilcummin. Rathmore v Legion. Division 2 (13/15 a side) - Round 1 – Tuesday 8th July at 7:30pm. Listry v Firies. Currow v Gneeveguilla. Spa bye.
U13 EAST KERRY LEAGUE: Round 1 - Div 1 - Kenmare 1-14 Firies 5-8. Kilcummin 5-18 Rathmore 5-20. Div 2 - Glenflesk 3:20 Dr Crokes 5:10. Listry 5-15 Spa 4-12. Div 3 - Scartaglen 5-14 Beaufort 5-06. Currow 5-14 Fossa 1-1. Round 2 - Div 1Firies 2-12 Kilcummin 4-09. Rathmore 5-15 Kenmare 2-08. Div 2 - Spa 2-12 Glenflesk 5-16. Dr Crokes 4-15 Listry 4-19. Div 3 - Fossa 0-09 Scartaglen 4-14. Beaufort 5-12 Currow 5-32.
ALL-IRELAND MINOR FINAL: Best wishes from all in the East Kerry Board, to the Kerry Minor team in Saturday’s All-Ireland Final.
ALL-IRELAND QUARTER-FINAL: Congratulations to the Kerry Team on their great win in the All-Ireland Quarter-Final.
KERRY COUNTY BOARD YOUTH ACADEMY: Kerry Coaching and Games organised a four-day coaching programme in Currans. The sessions were varied and challenging for all players developing a wide range of skill sets. Improving and developing players during the coaching sessions gave everyone plenty of time to gain valuable feedback during the day. Coaches were delighted with the positive mindset of all players attending from all corners of Kerry. Playing small, sided games developed all players fantastic skill levels during the matches. Thanks to John Daly (Currans) for his support in running the well-attended event. The feedback from all players and coaches was very positive. Vince Cooper East Kerry GDC was delighted to coach such talented players representing all clubs in the region.
Beaufort GAA
FIXTURES: Senior men will be away to Finuge on Friday, 4th July at 7.30pm in round 11, Co League, Div. 6. Senior men will be home to Kilcummin on Saturday, 5th at 5pm in round 11, senior Co League, Div. 1.
RESULTS: Castleisland Desmonds 3.10 Beaufort 4.14 in U16 Boys Co League, Round 2.
LOTTO: The next draw for a jackpot of €6,600 will be on Sunday, 6th July. Tickets available from usual sellers and online at www.beaufortgaa.com. Thank you for your support of our lotto.
USED CLOTHES COLLECTION will take place in Beaufort GAA Club on Tuesday. Accepted will be used clothes, handbags, belts, shoes, bedlinen. No duvets or pillows. Please drop to the Clubhouse before the 8th July. For more information, please contact Mary 086 0640065. Thank you for your support.
SUMMER CAMP: Beaufort GAA Club summer camp will take place from 7th to 11th July in Beaufort GAA Club complex. For information and to book a place, please contact Mary 086 0640065 or Tara 087 6032774
WELL DONE to Seán O’Brien, Mike Breen and the Kerry senior team and management who have qualified for the All-Ireland senior football semi-final against Tyrone on the weekend of 12th/13th July.
GOOD LUCK to Fay Donoghue and the Kerry senior Ladies team and management in the TG4 All Ireland quarter-final against Kildare in Austin Stack Park on Saturday, 5th July at 7.30pm.
U16: Lily Riordan and Kerry U16 Ladies have qualified for the All-Ireland Under 16A final against Mayo on Wednesday, 16th July.
Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies)
RESULTS: Captain Máire Prize Winners 2025. the Ladies 18 Hole Ladies Stroke
Competition played on Killeen Course on 29th June. Winner & Castle Lough Cup Winner Patricia Walsh (33) 67. 2nd Ellen Lady Tucker Cup Winner Aine Marie Martin (5) 70. Best Gross Mairead Martin (+1) 69, 3rd Amy Arthur (4) 70, 4th Lisa Cullen (2) 71, 5th Mary O’Doherty (17) 72, 6th Tracy Eakin (0) 72, 7th Breda Duggan (29) 72, 8th Margaret Maloney (31) 73, 9th Maria Murphy (20) 73, 10th Kay Gentile (19) 73, 11th Annkatrin Meyer Schwickerath (34) 73. Front Nine Catherine Walsh 31.5. Back Nine Kathleen Wall 36.5. Committee Sharon Ormonde (15) 75. Past Captain Mary Geaney (20) 75. Addie McSweeney Putting Trophy Mairead Martin 25 Putts. Nearest the Pin on 6th Josephine O’Sullivan. Longest Drive on 12th Lisa Cullen. 11 Hole Cara Fuller (17) 27 pts. Guest 1st Breda O’Farrell (45) 36 pts. Guest 2nd Aileen Hickie (34) 35 pts.
NEXT FIXTURE will be 18th July 2025 Mixed Foursomes on Mahony’s points Course. & 19th & 20th July 2025 Play in Pink kindly sponsored by Flesk restaurant 18- & 13-Hole Single on Mahony’s point Course.
Ross Golf Club (Ladies)
RESULTS: 18 Hole & 9 Hole (club sponsored) competitions on Saturday 28th June. Well done to everyone who played. 18 Hole Results - 1st Kitty O’Grady, 2nd Miriam Hickey. 9 Hole Results - 1st Emer Brosnan, 2nd Helen Moylan, 3rd Kathleen Fitzgerald. Ross Ladies Golf Club Open Day very kindly sponsored by Keane’s Jewellers Killarney. Well done to all. A huge thank you to Keane’s Jewellers for their very generous prizes. Congratulations to the winners Anne Moynihan, Mary Moynihan & Amy Arthur. 2nd Breda O’Farrell, Una Moroney & Mary Treacy. 3rd Noreen Coffey, Maureen Creedon & Margaret Campion. COMPETITIONS: 9- & 18-hole Single Stableford Competition Saturday 5th July. Enter via the BRS App. All Members welcome.
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS MEET & PLAY: Meet and play every Wednesday morning. Meet in the Club House 10.00am tee off 10.30am. All members welcome. GOLF LESSONS: Gordon Howard is available to give golf lessons. Please contact Gordon directly in the Club.
Ross Golf Club (Men)
RESULTS: On June 28th and 29th we held a club sponsored stableford competition. The winners were 1st Dan Cronin 38 (10), 2nd Ryan Scott 37 (9). Division 1 (0-12) - 1st Barry O'Grady 37 (12), 2nd Darren Gaffey 35 (12). Division 2 (13-20) - 1st Leo Casey 37 (14), 2nd Tony Lenihan 36 (15). Division 3 (21+) - 1st Kieran Murphy 29 (26), 2nd Conor Corcoran 27 (34). On Tuesday June 24th the second of our Open Days in the Summer Series took place. The winners were 1st Declan Kelly 22pts, 2nd John Cuskelly 20 pts, 3rd John Ivory 19 pts. On Friday 27th
we held our Friday Evening Mixed 10hole scramble. The winners were 1st Michael J Sullivan, Sean Hickey, Conor Brosnan, Darragh Collins. 2nd Lucas Cronin, Peg Wickham, John Ivory, Dan Cronin. 3rd Niall O’Connell, Frank Guerineau, Brenda Kelliher, Peter Wickham. 4th Aine Murphy, Maurice Coffey, John Cuskelly, Eoin Moriarty.
FIXTURES: On Tuesday 1st the Summer Open Days Series continues with the 9-hole open competition. Members € 10, non-members €20. All details available in the clubhouse. On Friday 4th our Friday evening mixed 10-hole scrambles will continue. Please get your name on the entry sheet before 5.30pm to enable us to be playing golf by 6pm. No Late entries allowed. On Saturday July 5th and Sunday 6th we will hold the Frank Doran/ Safeguard Security Backstakes stableford competition. The usual process applies for tee time bookings for both days.
Castlerosse Golf Club (Ladies)
RESULTS: Congratulations to the winner of this week’s competition. 9-hole Stableford - Mary O’Reilly. No competition will take place this week due to our exchange day with Maine Valley, Killorglin. SOCIAL GOLF: Social Golf continues on Wednesday morning. Meet at 10.15am to play at 10.30am. Book on BRS. MIXED SCRAMBLES: Mixed scrambles every Tuesday at 6pm. Visitors welcome. GOLF LESSONS: Kieran Crehan is available to give golf lessons. Contact Kieran directly on 087 2748777.
Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies)
RESULTS: 18-hole Stableford, Sponsored by Ian Cronin (The Social Hacker). 1st: Stephanie Lane (28) 38 points. 2nd: Grainne McShortall (16) 37 points (B9). 3rd: Marie Flood (26) 37 points.
FIXTURES: Next weekend’s Ladies’ competition is an 18-hole V-Par sponsored by WAZP 3D Printing, Tralee.
Beaufort Golf Club (Men)
RESULTS: 4 Ball Betterball competition, sponsored by Clifford’s Groundcare. 1st: Ciaran and Jimmy Kennedy 48 points. 2nd: Mark Teahan and John Carroll 45 points. 3rd: Patsy Sweeney and Jim Crowley 44 points.
FIXTURES: Next weekend's Men’s competition will be the Bill McDonald Trophy - Round 4 of Golfer of the Year - Sponsored by Kismet Weddings. Sunday July 20th will be the Men’s and Ladies’ Exchange Day with Ceann Sibeal.
Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club
MUNSTER U16 MATCHPLAY: At Saturday’s event in Riverdale in Nenagh, Fionn McMonagle became the third player from the club in successive years to make the Boys Cup final but unfortunately, he lost out to Tipp Hills' Charlie Taylor in the final on the day. Commiserations to
Fionn on his loss in the decider but it's a decent start to the U16 season as Aodhan O'Halloran made the quarter-finals of the Cup and Daniel Quinlan made it to the same stage in the Plate.
MUNSTER STROKEPLAY: Congratulations to Damien Fleming (Senior), Connie O’Sullivan Jnr and Ger Casey (Intermediate) along with Paddy Murphy (Junior) on qualifying for the Finals of the Munster Strokeplay in Collins in Cork on the weekend of July 13th after last Sunday’s Qualifiers in Listowel.
SUNDAY DRAWS: Three Player Team, Two Scores Count Each Hole- First Nett: Robbie O'Brien Snr, James Foley & Shane Doona 79 2/3, Gross: Robbie O'Brien Snr, John Murphy & Niall O'Loughlin 101 and Second Nett: Sean Ashe, James Foley & Betty O'Brien 81 1/3.
NATIONAL O55 STROKEPLAY: Congratulations and best wishes this weekend to the four players from the club who have qualified for the Finals this weekend in Riverdale namely Connie O’Sullivan Jnr, Gearoid Cronin and Ger Casey (Intermediate) along with Paddy Murphy (Junior). U16 COMPETITIONS: The following are some of the results of our competitions for our U16 members so far this year. June 12th - Winner: Daniel Cremin 47 (B9), Runner-Up: Aodhan O’Halloran 47. June 19th - Winner Ben O’Sullivan 36, Runner-Up: Ronan Browne 41, Third: Colin Murphy 42, Hole-In-One: Adam Twomey (15th).
SUMMER SERIES: In association with the Flesk Restaurant, these events continue every Wednesday night at 7pm. Entry €5 per adult, €2 for U16s.
CAPTAIN’S PRIZE: Looking forward to seeing everyone tonight (Friday) for John McGrath’s Captain’s Prize. For the U16 section it is tee-off for 4.30pm5.30pm. Play over 18 holes and €5 entry. For the adults its play from 5.30pm6.30pm over 36 Holes Strokeplay and a fee of €10. Prizegiving in conjunction with Chairman’s Prize.
CHAIRMAN’S PRIZE: Sean Kelly’s prize takes place next Friday July 11th. The U16 section takes place at 4pm over 18 holes while the adults tee-off between 5-6pm over 36 holes. Presentation of prizes for this event, the Captains Prize and the Willie Parker back in May will take place after this event.
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES: To our Vice President and U16 Officer Derry McCarthy and his extended family on the death of their aunt Maureen last week. The club also offers its sympathies at this time to sponsors O'Callaghan Coach Holidays and their extended family on the death of Isabelle O'Callaghan. May they both Rest in Peace.
Muckross Rowing Club
ROWING IRELAND 1K CLASSIC: The club enjoyed a highly successful two days of racing last weekend, with the long journey to Leitrim for the Rowing Ireland 1K Classic Regatta. The event is the top
national contest for younger and older rowers alike, bringing together over 1000 competitors in the Junior 13, 14, 15 and Masters age groups. With the growth in numbers competing in recent years, the event has been spun out of the Irish Championship Regatta and now continues as a stand-alone, twoday regatta. Muckross crews made their mark in among the best, winning gold in eight finals, securing second place in four finals and third place in a further six races. There were race wins in the Women’s J14 Quad, Men’s J14 Single, Women’s J13 Octuple, Men’s Masters Eight (composite), Mixed Masters Eight (composite), Mixed J13 Octuple, Men’s J13 Octuple and Women’s J13 Quad. The strong club showing placed Muckross 9th overall on the league table of the 36 clubs represented. Congratulations and well done to all our rowers, coxes and coaches. Many thanks to all the parents of rowers who travelled and supervised the event. Special thanks to Sean Daly and Niall O’Donoghue who towed the boat trailer to and from the event and to Leane’s Kitchens for the use of a towing vehicle. Special thanks also to Cathal Coffey and Ian Coffey who gave their time in preparing boats and equipment ahead of the weekend and for their generous support with boat loans.
Killarney Swimming Club
TESCO: Killarney Swimming Club has been chosen to be part of the Tesco Community Fund for the next 12 weeks. The Tesco Community Fund was launched in July 2014, to support local good causes in the communities around each of its 180+ stores throughout Ireland. Every 12 weeks, each Tesco store donates up to €1,500 between three local good causes in its community. Don’t forget your blue tokens over the next 12 weeks to support Killarney Swimming Club!
Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club
OUTING: The Club held our inaugural juvenile outing for 2025 last Friday evening 27th of June - a good turnout of young anglers tried their luck in windy conditions on the shore of Castlelough Bay on Lough Lein. For many it was their first time fishing and if the smiles and laughter abounding were any gauge of their experience, then it’s safe to say they enjoyed themselves! A juvenile competition evening is in the planning now and details will be published once to hand.
Fossa Bridge Club
RESULTS: 26th June. 1st Marie Moloney & Joan Lenihan. 2nd Pauline Lyne & Phyllis O’Regan. 3rd Linda O'Connor & Finola Spillane. Well done, great scoring. SUMMER BRIDGE continues every Thursday morning at 10am at The Castlerosse Hotel. All bridge players are welcome.
Spa Muckross Community Games
TRACK: Spa Muckross made their mark at the Track and Field county Athletics Championships last weekend. Individual Gold Medal Winners: Kiley Biggins U12 100m, Lucy Devane U12 200m, Conor Duffin U16 1500m. Relay Gold Medal Winners: U12 Girls Relay Team Carolena Kelly, Kayla O'Sullivan, Lucy Devane, Kylie Biggins, Alannah McGlynn, and Sarah Crowley. All gold medalists will represent Kerry at the Community Games Nationals Finals in Carlow on 23rd/24th August. Elsie O'Doherty came 2nd in the U14 800m and Kirsten Kenny finished 3rd in the U16 1500m and will go forward to Regional Finals in Athlone / Clonmel on 9th August. Congratulations to the boys U12 relay who finished 2nd Conor Scannell, John Hegarty, Diarmuid O'Regan, Oisin O'Donoghue, Reece O'Donoghue and Conor O'Donnell and to the U14 girls relay who finished 3rd: Teagan Lyne, Brid O'Connor, Clodagh Hegarty, Elsie O'Doherty, Annabelle Casey and Evie Doolan. Kilcummin
KILCUMMIN LOOKING GOOD: Kilcummin Looking Good would like to thank Kerry County Council for their financial assistance under the Community Support Fund 2025 in respect of €1,200. This money will be utilised to enhance works to our Biodiversity Community Park and replacement of village planters & flowers. We also acknowledge Kerry County Council for their ongoing support for our Community Group, and we are most grateful for the funding which allows all the work and improvements to take place throughout the year.
APPRECIATION: Appreciation to all our many volunteers who made our Corpus Christi Procession a very memorable occasion. Thanks also to all the neighbours for their colourful flags, buntings, flowers and Sacred Heart alters along the route. A big thanks to Fr. Kieran O’Brien for the very meaningful Mass and Benediction. A special thanks to all the organisations and all the parishioners and of course the Holy Communion children who did their part so well. Míle míle Buíochas.
UPCOMING CEMETERY MASSES: Old Kilcummin Mass: Wednesday the 6th of August at 7.30pm. New Cemetery Mass: Monday the 4th of August at 7pm. Please spread the word to those living away who would like to attend.
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES: Significant Wedding Anniversaries will be celebrated on Saturday 6th September in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Kilcummin, for couples in our parish and outside with special Anniversaries this year e.g. 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55, 60. You are invited to renew your marriage vows at this Mass. Please spread the word.
