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LEGAL MATTERS CORNER
PHOTOGRAPHY AND THE LAW.
Thelma enjoys taking photographs of all kinds of subjects . She is considering publishing a book of her best photographs and is wondering what is her legal position in relation to the photographs that she has taken.
Photography has changed dramatically from the age of developing professional photographs in dark rooms to the cheaper point and shoot digital camera of today where images can be uploaded and transmitted online globally in seconds. Widespread dissemination of photographs is commonplace as everyone is now a budding photographer. So the legalities around photographs are of interest to large swathes of the population.
1. Photographers have a qualified right to take photographs in a public place. E.g. footpaths, roads and public parks are usually not problem but if it is a government run facility they can place restrictions e.g. the National Art Gallery to protect paintings. On the other hand private landowners can restrict photography on their premises. If planning to sell a photograph it is better not to just rely on verbal consent but also get a written consent so there can be no dispute afterwards.
2. If a person’s privacy is breached by taking the photograph without their consent they could sue for breach of privacy and the distress and trauma caused to them.Written consent to the taking of the photograph where one has an interesting subject is the best way to go. Professional photographers will get model releases where in return for a small sum the person grants permission to the use of
their image.
3. Taking photographs including copyrighted or trademarked material can get a photographer in trouble as well unless one has written consent to the use of the trademark e.g. an apple mac computer or a Coca-Cola bottle.
4. Certain laws e.g. Child Pornography law prohibit the use of certain images where there is a sexual element involving children under 18.
5. The photographer is regarded as the owner of the copyright in the photograph unless he/she is an employee in which case their employer has the copyright ownership in the work unless otherwise agreed. A photograph usually involves selection of the subject matter, posing of subjects,, lighting, selection of equipment and settings on the camera, editing or photoshopping the images after taking the photograph and these are all considered creative input that ensures most photographs are protected by copyright law. If someone wants to use the image the author needs to transfer the use of it in writing. If one is commissioning photographs such as wedding photographs it is important to ensure that the photographer signs over all the copyright in the photographs to the married couple. Anne would place a copyright notice on her book to ensure photographs are not copied without her consent. Moreover taking the same unusual photograph or subject matter can be breach of a photographers copyright as well and there have been a number of famous cases involving this situation.
Happy Snapping.
Lawquip: Your camera takes great photos.
Yes I taught it everything it knows.
If you have a legal query or need further information on any item addressed
miriam.mcgillycuddy@gmail.com. Miriam McGillycuddy, Solicitor, Derryana, Ballyard, Tralee,
Rose Hotel Circuit of Kerry Rally Welsh Invasion
Entries for the Rose Hotel Circuit of Kerry have opened and already there are several overseas drivers who have expressed an interest in entering the Tralee-based April 5th event.
The Abbeyleix Manor Rally marked the opening round of the locally sponsored Top Part West Coast Championship two weeks ago.The Rose Hotel Circuit of Kerry is the second round of the series and Welsh driver Steve Wood is the provisional championship leader.
At the finish line in Abbeyleix he confirmed to Kerry Motor Club members that his next event this side of the Irish Sea will be the Circuit of Kerry. He has finished third on the rally on two different occasions in the past and this year he and his co-driver Abbeyfeale’s Keith Moriarty will use the same Ford Fiesta that Corkman Daragh O’Riordan used to win last year’s rally. “I like the rally, I like the area, and Keith knows the territory,” Wood told Kerry Motor Club on Sunday evening.Dai Roberts, who made his Circuit of Kerry debut
last year is another Welshman advancing his plans to return to Tralee in April.
The Welsh crews, like all overseas entrants, will race for the London Irish Motor Club International trophy presented by long-time KMC member Sean Moriarty who is one of the founding members of LIMC. He is keen to maintain links between the two clubs.The nine-stage 120km rally will feature the return of the classic Desmond’s Grave stage alongside a spectator friendly stage near Kilflynn. “I am delighted to offer an entry fee of €725 for main field, the same as last year, our committee has worked tirelessly behind the scenes to cut back running costs without taking from the standards drivers would expect from Kerry Motor Club,” said clerk of the course Eoin Duffin. “We look forward to welcoming new and old friends to Tralee in April, especially the returning National Championship contenders.”
The Rose Hotel-based event will be a round of four major
rally championships as the Triton Showers National Rally Championship returns to Kerry for the first time since 2018.
Kerry Motor Club’s main event is also a counting round of the Top Part West Coast Rally Championship and the Moriarty’s Centra Kingdom of Kerry Rally Championship.
The Rose Hotel is considered the best rally base in the country, the outstanding facilities at the hotel, as well as the ample space in the hotel’s
grounds means that every aspect of the rally from the administration checks, drivers’ briefing, service park, parc ferme and the trailer park are all within the same complex.
Entries for The Rose Hotel Circuit of Kerry Rally are open and regular updates will be published on www. kerrymotorclub.com in the run up to the event.
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ABOVE: Austin Stacks GAA Senior Kerry County Champions, sitting from left Wayne Quillinan, Garoid Fitzgerald, Fiachna Fitzgerald, Greg Horan, Conor Jordan, (Captain). Austin Stacks Chairman Billy Ryle, Wayne Guthrie, Ronan Shanahan, and Donagh Mackivergan. 2nd row left Jonathan Conway, Brendan O’Sullivan, Robbie Murphy, Shane Walsh, Brandon Patterson, ahan Pádraig Looney, Shane O’Callaghan, Barry Shanahan, Dylan Casey, Andrew Morrisey, John O’Sullivan and Tommy Naughton, back row from left Eoin Colgan, Paul O’Sullivan, Garoid Sheehan, Ciaran O’Connell, Colin Griffin, Michael O’Donnell, Darragh O’Brien, David Fitzgerald, Joseph O’Connor, Rory Forbes and Damien Ryall.
: Registering for the Kerry Hospice 10k & 5k run on Sunday in aid of the Palliative Care Unit at University Hospital Kerry, from left Elaine O’Connell, Sarah Brosnan, Morgan Barrero, Michell Greaney, organiser, Helen Broderick, Stuart Daly, Ballyheigue and Declan Sheehan, Causeway.
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ABOVE: Spa Fenit Branch Kerry Hospice, Quiz in aid Palliative Care Unit, at University Hospital Kerry at the Oyster Tavern, from left Mairead Moriarty (Spa Fenit Branch Kerry Hospice, Geoff Stacey, Ed Shelton, Hilda Stacey and Noirín Sheldon.
ABOVE: Tell me a Story, Anne Waldron, Library assistant at Tralee Library on Saturday, reading a story for the children visiting Tralee Library on Open Day, part of the National Library Open Day.
ABOVE: Volunteers for The Chain Gang Cycling Club sign up at the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee, on Thursday night, from left David Elton, Aoife Cahill, Tralee, Chairman TCG John Murray, George Bastible and David Ryall, both from Tralee.
ABOVE: Children from Balloonagh Schools receiving blessed Ashes from Fr Padraig Walsh PP, at Our Lady and St Brendan’s Church, from left Rachel Bluta, Cayden Roche and Vanessa Popko.
ABOVE: Taken at the Selfcare Seminar of the Kerry Multiple Sclerosis Wellness Event at The Rose Hotel, Tralee, on Saturday, from left Noreen fay, Tralee, Catherine Dolan, Tralee, South Kerry Branch, Diarmuid and Karen Cremins, both from Tralee.
ABOVE: Pictured at Austin Stack’s GAA Club, Rock & Rose victory celebrations at the Rose Hotel on Saturday night, from left Breda O’Callaghan, Peggy King and Michelle King, Tralee.
ABOVE: Taking part in the Kerry Hospice 10k & 5k run on Sunday in aid of the Palliate Care Unit at UHK, from left Marie and Muiriusa Hickey, from Knocknagoshel and Lorraine Sebestova, Tralee.
ABOVE: Arriving for the 10k &5k run in aid of the Kerry Hospice Palliative Care Unit at UHK on Sunday fromThe Rose Hotel, and back, from left David Walsh, Tralee, Linda O’Sullivan, Ardfert and Declan Sheehan, Causeway.
ABOVE: David and Aoife Hobbert, with their Dad Ronan Hobbert, Tralee, pictured at Open Day in Tralee Library on Saturday, with tours for the public and Story telling for the children.
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Timmy Sheehan R.I.P.
Press Box in the Sky gets a new member. The whole sporting community in Kerry is joined in sadness this week with the sudden death of the respected sports commentator and columnist Timmy Sheehan. While it is his wife Anne, children Billy and Lorraine and his extended family that will miss him the most his loss will be very much felt in the various Press Boxes and sporting side lines around the county. Timmy was firstly a sportsman and fan. He enjoyed success on the GAA field with his beloved Austin Stacks, played soccer with Tralee
Dynamos and St Brendan’s Park, was a lifelong Liverpool fan and was heavily involved in basketball. He wrote a much anticipated weekly column in the Kerryman, was PRO for various clubs and an MC at many many functions and celebrations over the years. But while he stood out in all these aspects of covering sport it was his association with Radio Kerry Sport that he will be most remembered for. Timmy was the ideal person for the station in that he had a love of all sports, loved covering each of them and
then his conversations in the studio with Joe O’Mahoney were a hugely important part of the weekend sports programmes on Radio Kerry. It was through the radio and basketball where I got to know Timmy and he would always have a chat about how various teams were going or how certain Kerry players were doing,. It would be fair to say that Timmy was one of the ‘old style’ reporters as he was rarely seen without his notepad and pencil. To finish with a sporting analogy Timmy enjoyed many victories in life, in love and
James Rusk secures top LIT Soccer scholarship
Two Kerry sportspeople, soccer player James Rusk from Tralee and hurler Barry Mahony from Crotta were among the 56 international athletes to receive the Limerick Institute of Technology Sports Scholarship this academic year. The recipients were honoured at a special event at LIT, Moylish Campus last Tuesday , during which keynote speaker World Rugby Referee and former LIT Sport Scholarship recipient Joy Neville spoke of the value of sports scholarships and the opportunities open to the recipients during their time at LIT. Supported by sponsors PMI, the LIT Sports Scholarships are set apart from other sports scholarships as they encourage young
athletes to achieve greatness in their chosen sport, while also providing a vast range of off-field supports for their education and mental wellbeing.In its third year, the new LIT’s Sports Scholarship Programme provides athletic support, focuses on individual welfare, and includes off-field mentoring and education support to its recipients.This year’s recipients excel at a number of sports including basketball, camogie, hurling, Gaelic football, handball, rugby, kickboxing and swimming. President of LIT, Prof Vincent Cunnane, described the scholarships as reflective of LIT’s ethos - supporting its students to be the best they can be in their chosen field, while also
ensuring they have the skillset and knowledge to succeed long after they graduate from LIT.“It is important to understand that first and foremost these young athletes are part of an institution which recognises them as a member of its community. That means valuing them and supporting them in a balanced way. It’s about what happens off the field and off the track as much as on it. “The LIT Sports Scholarship Programme puts the circumstances in place to allow the recipients to unlock as much of their potential as possible. In addition to financial aid, we have a number of athlete support measures built into our programme to do this. These range from offfield mentoring to education
in sport. A loving family, a job that he did for over 40 years and then 30 year plus of covering sport. A life, while too short, very well lived. He will be long remembered every time a game is played in Kerry.
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support, sports psychology, and advice on managing issues like social media,” he said.Sports stars including international ruby referee Joy Neville, hurling All Stars Seamus Callanan (Tipperary) and Peter Duggan (Clare), and Irish boxer Christina Desmond have previously received this scholarship from LIT
Vodafone Tralee Announce Autism Friendly Retail Hours
Vodafone Ireland this week announced it has introduced autism friendly retail hours in a number of stores across Ireland including its Tralee location. The aim of this new initiative is to ensure a better digital future is accessible to all, making technology and employment opportunities more accessible to members of the autism community. The programme will see reduced noise, priority seating and appointments every Wednesday between 9am and 11am.
The introduction of autism friendly retail hours is part of the wider autism friendly programme being run by Vodafone Ireland. Autism immediately affects a quarter of a million people in Ireland
when taking in the family unit. Vodafone is committed to helping this community by creating accessibility measures in store, supporting inclusive employment and making its technology services more accessible to autistic people. Vodafone is the first network in Ireland to introduce autism friendly hours in its retail outlets. The programme has been created in partnership with AsIAm, a not-for-profit charity organisation working on behalf of the Autism Community in Ireland . AsIAm also work on improving the understanding, awareness and support of Autism across Ireland and the charity has undergone an environmental audit in Vodafone retail stores. An autistic person may become
overwhelmed by their sensory environment. To help with this, Vodafone retail stores will offer the free use of a variety of sensory inputs to its customers in store. This will be in the form of a ‘Relaxation Box’, which will be easily accessible to all customers, and will include sunglasses with visor, stress ball, ear defender and scented tags.
Education: Along with implementing training for its retail staff, AsIAm and Specialisterne have hosted sensory exhibitions at the
Vodafone head office. and Inclusive Events: The autism friendly store hours will be starting at 25 stores across the country with plans to roll out across the rest of the country later in the year. For more information, visit: www.vodafone.com
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Three brave women are planning to jump 13,000 feet out of a plane – all in aid of a Kerry charity
The dive, which was originally scheduled for today (Sunday), has now been postponed due to Storm Jorge – however, the girls are still ready for the big challenge on Sunday, April 5. Marie O’Sullivan, Stephanie Horan and Lauren Fitzell are amongst 87 people from across Kerry who will take the leap of faith at the Irish Parachute Club in Edenderry over three days for Recovery Haven’s biggest ever fundraisers to date. The charity, celebrating 10 years this year, has been completely overwhelmed by the outpouring of support for their inaugural skydive event, which was initially supposed
to take place on Leap Year day, February 29, but was extended to three days due to phenomenal demand.
Marie, who is a Slimming World consultant in Killarney, roped in two members for the thrilling adventure.
“We’ve never done a skydive before,” Marie, who lost six stone, told the Killarney Advertiser this week.
“When this popped up the pull for me was huge. I always wanted to do a skydive but couldn’t as I was obese for years.”
Marie was aged eleven when her mom passed away from cancer. It had a huge impact
on her life leading to a life of weight issues.
“The weight held me back my whole life. I had no confidence and was embarrassed because of my size. My mom died aged 42, the age I am now. Recovery Haven is close to my heart and I’m more than delighted to do it.” In total the girls have raised a whopping €5,400 in just three weeks. Marie raised €2,200, Stephanie €1,800 and Lauren €1,400. For Stephanie, who is a teacher in St Brigid’s Killarney, the challenge is huge but worth it.
“I had a family member who passed away from cancer and a family member currently availing of the RH service. I can’t say enough about them.” Lauren, who lost five stone, added that it’s a chance to give something back.
Hurry, final week to get the Half Price Grill & Thrill Breakfast!
Grill & Thrill restaurant in Castle st recently launched their tasty breakfast menu and its going down a treat with the locals in Tralee.
“The most popular dishes over recent weeks have been our ‘Full Irish “ and our Scrambled Eggs , Beans & Toast “ says Irfan , owner of GRill and Thrill (who also owns the successful Tasty Bite restaurant in Pembroke street . That is why we have just launched our new greeat value “Mini Breakfast” also as the Full Irish is too big for some people . , Irfan laughs .Of course we include tea , coffee and orange juice with our breakfasts and ..We bake all our scones , croissants and bread here in the restaurant every morning so everything is so so fresh. Our most popular time for breakfast seems to be around 10am and we will be extending our breakfast right through the weekends very shortly . We have a fantastic offer running over the past few weeks in the Tralee Advertiser with a FREE Half price voucher available in every issue ...so check out this weeks issue for the Grill and Thrill advert with the free voucher ...This offer runs up until March 16th and is tremendous value “ says Irfan
Complex launch their Easter Swim Camp with Top Coaches
Tralee Sports Complex have just launched their Super 7’s Childrens Swim Academy EAster CAmp which will take place during the Easter holidays. Running from Easter Monday April 13th to the Friday (5 Days ), this camp is an intensive Swim camp designed to help children improve their swimming skills. It only takes place for one week of the school holidays so the kids will love that idea ! Places are limited and this camp will be delivered by the top fully qualified swimming coaches from the Complex . Levels 1 and 2 will have a 45 min camp each day and levels 3, 4,& 5 will have a 1 Hour camp each day ...For more information call up to the sports and Leisure Centre or ring 066-7126442
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Friday 13th March – 8pm The Crowman
The brilliant Jon Kenny stars in this intimate oneman show as Dan Lonergan gives account of the hilarious characters in his life and a love story that never was.
Tickets €20
Andrea Top for Weddings!
Mothers Day Gifts
National Folk Theatre of Ireland presents
Ireland’s Premier Cultural Experience
Sunday 15th March – 3pm We’ll Meet Again
Sing along to a jampacked afternoon of nostalgic hits and dramatic re-telling of the life of Vera Lynn starring singers Linda Kenny and Damian Smith, actor Alf McCarthy and the Vera Lynn band.
MUSIC, SONG AND DANCE
Tickets €19
Andrea Kerins, proprietor of Beautique at Ballyroe won the Connect Kerry Wedding and Occasion Make-up specialist award in association with John Walsh Photography at the recent Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards. ‘Thank you so much to everybody who voted and supported me, I am thrilled to have won Best Wedding and Occasion Makeup specialist, it means the world to me. Your wedding day is the most important day of your life so I want all my brides to look and feel like themselves. I meet with every bride and discuss exactly what they would like me to do for them and their bridal party to make the experience as special as possible. We are now offering all aspects of hair including colours, specialised blow-dries, cuts, curls and up styles and I would like to welcome the talented Claire Reidy as our new Hairdresser at Beautique Salon. For all hair enquiries please call Claire 087 7195703 or make-up enquiries call Andrea 087 1167465
Christine Bovill’s Piaf
Christine Bovill beckons you back to the Golden Age of French Song, in this moving theatrical homage to one of France’s most endearing icons – Edith Piaf. She celebrates some of her best-known songs, threaded with Piaf’s story, and Christine’s own remarkable musical journey.
An Ghaoth Aniar
Tickets €18/16
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Kerry College Admissions Office Officially Opened
Kerry College of Further Education and Training (Kerry College) Admissions Office was officially opened on Tuesday 3rd March 2020 by An Cathaoirleach of Kerry ETB and Mayor of Tralee Cllr. Jim Finucane.
The official opening marks further progress with the establishment of Kerry College, an integrated college of further education and training. The Admissions Office is located on Denny Street and provides information and assistance for students/ learners, parents/guardians regarding further education and training opportunities at the Kerry College’s campuses in - Clash Road, Denny Street, Monavalley and Listowel.
In September 2019, Kerry College was established and the college integrates the provision previously provided at KCFE, North Kerry College and the Kerry ETB Training Centre. The courses on offer include courses for employment, progression and apprenticeships and with
the ever-increasing focus on further education and training as a key sector, the opening of this new office is very timely. The Admissions Office is a key access point for those wishing to access further education and training, providing information on courses, applications process, income supports etc. The courses on offer are certified at national level (QQI Level 5 and 6).
The new Kerry College website www.kerrycollege.ie launched recently provides an overview of Kerry College, its four campuses and courses on offer.
The CEO of Kerry ETB, Mr. Colm McEvoy said, “In establishing Kerry College of Further Education and Training, Kerry ETB is giving real effect to the integration of further education and training at local level. Kerry College is a single entity with a number of campus locations offering a diverse range of courses where the focus is on quality of provision. The opening of this office is a very significant
milestone and important in establishing Kerry College as the College of first choice of further education and training for students/learners”.
Acting Director of Further Education and Training, Mr. Stephen Goulding stated.
“Kerry ETB is delighted with the opening of this new Admissions Office in Tralee town centre. Kerry ETB hopes this new development will facilitate the growing number of people who wish to study at Kerry College”.
An Cathaoirleach and Mayor
of Tralee, Cllr. Jim Finucane said that he was “delighted that Kerry ETB were opening another office in Denny Street. Having the Kerry College Admissions Office in the town centre was a good choice and was a welcome development for Tralee Town. He also commended Kerry ETB for their vision in education and training and their support to the learners of Kerry to ensure that they have access to further education and training opportunities locally.”
Tralee Girl Guide Patricia scoops Best Robot Design award
A member of Irish Girl Guides (IGG) from Tralee is gearing up to compete in the FIRST LEGO League All Ireland Final that will take place in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dublin, on Saturday 8 March 2020. Patricia Gutteridge (16) of Tralee Senior Branch is part of a team of six IGG members who scooped the award for Best Robot Design at the regional finals that took place in Dublin City University on 15 February. FIRST stands for ‘For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology’ and the FIRST LEGO League, which takes place in over 90 countries, encourages children and young people aged 11-16 to think like scientists and engineers, developing practical solutions to real-world issues. The teams operate under a signature core set of values, which include creative thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, communication and the spirit of friendly competition and co-operation. The IGG members wowed the judges at the regional finals with their research, design and programming skills. As well as designing and building an
automated robot, they spent several months researching an issue with public spaces and buildings in their community and devised an innovation solution to combat this.
Patricia said: “When I first applied for the competition I had no idea what it really was or what I would be doing. It just seemed interesting so I went for it. Looking back now, I am so glad I did it because it has been such an amazing challenge and has taught me so much.
She continued, “I think the thing I enjoyed the most was getting to design, build and code the robot as I have always been interested in coding and robotics.
Prof Deirdre Butler of Dublin City University’s LEGO Education Innovation Studio, said: “ It has been such a pleasure working with the Girl Guide teams, the deep commitment, perseverance and ingenuity they have demonstrated to work as a team when they are all based in different parts of the city and country is incredible. Not only have they developed a
range of STEM competencies but I believe these girls will be ‘future makers’ using their skills to help solve the complex challenges of the connected world we live in, making it a better place for all.”
Irish Girl Guides welcomes new youth members from age 5-30 and new volunteer leaders from age 18+. No previous Guiding experience is necessary. To find out more, see www.irishgirlguides.ie or tel: 01 6683898.
Irish Girl Guides’ Team Paella made up of Girl Guides from Tralee, Cork and Clonmel pictured after they scooped the Best Robot Design award at the FIRST LEGO League Regional Finals in Dublin City University. Back row from left: Lara Timoney O’Brien, Aoibheann Griffin, Orna Sexton and Patricia Gutteridge of Tralee Senior Branch. Front row from left: Ellie Hutchinson, Laura Molloy and Anna Hurley.
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‘Recovery Coffee morning this Saturday at the CH!
CH Chemist and Recovery Haven Kerry are joining forces this Saturday, March 7th for a fundraising coffee morning with a difference. The newly revamped CH Chemist will host a morning of health, beauty and wellness in aid of the cancer support charity, with special guests, discussions and demonstrations on show from 11am.
First off, Dr Mary McCaffrey of Tralee’s Scotia Clinic will be there to discuss menopause and bone health, while CH’s resident Lancome expert Helen will chat with guests about the latest in beauty and skincare trends. The unique coffee morning will also feature a discussion on health and wellbeing with CH Chemist’s resident pharmacist, while their optical team will also be sharing all the new look glasses and offering expert tips on being aware of your eyesight. This exciting health, beauty and wellness event will kick off at 11am, with special in-store offers available to those in attendance.
Tickets are now available from CH Chemists and Recovery Haven Kerry, priced at just €10.
Ludovic Pouzol Malbec
A very fruity style of Malbec from France the real home of Malbec. This is bursting with blackberry jam and mint and spice. It's a gorgeous example of the frutier style of Malbec.
Caroline O’Halloran, Tereza Lakatosova, Susan Crean & Rachel Penny. Enjoying the Irish Dentistry Awards
Trends in Tourism, Retail & Hospitality Industry in Kerry in Ballygarry next Monday. Go to eventbrite.ie for more details
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K Jam comes to Kerry for the 1st time!
The world´s biggest design focused innovation event now coming to Kerry! Come and join the Global Service Jam @ RDI Hub on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st of March.
Name: K Jam
When: Friday 20th from 18.00 - late, Saturday 21st 09.30 to 19.30.
Where: RDI Hub, Killarney Road, Killorglin, Co Kerry In more than 120 cities around the world each year, design thinking enthusiasts join forces on a weekend in March for the Global Service Jam. Over just one special weekend teams develop, and prototype completely new services, products or initiatives inspired
by a shared theme. At the end of the Jam, their collection of brand-new insights and prototypes will be published to the world.
People who have taken part in Jams include designers, artists, business people, parents, public servants and students. They meet with one goal in mind: to create, prototype, and publish a new service in less than 48 hours.This year, Kerry will take part in the Global Service Jam for the first time.
Kerry’s Jam - K Jam, will take place in the new RDI Hub in Killorglin on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st of March. The K Jam promises to be a fun, creative and dynamic
experience which brings together teams of people with all kinds of different skills and talents. “You’ll walk away with new tools, an understanding of design-based approach to problems solving. You will pick up a load of new ideas and work practices, meet new friends, and create a solid service prototype with a team of fellow designers.” Reidín O Connor, Community and Members Manager, RDI Hub. K Jam is a community initiative supported by Fexco, RDI Hub and KerrySciTech. Both newbies and experts are welcome. Spaces are limited so register on Eventbrite
Complex is calling this Saturday as Warriors continue unbeaten run
Garvey’s Tralee Warriors cemented their position at the top of the Super League table after securing three more priceless points, this time at the expense of Maree, at the Castleisland Community Centre on Sunday night. The game was originally scheduled to be played on Saturday night in Tralee but Maree heeded the Storm Jorge red weather warning and did not travel to the Kingdom until Sunday afternoon. With just two games remaining in the League campaign the Warriors are one win clear of their only rivals for title, Belfast Star. Belfast enjoyed a facile 102-61 win over Abbey Seals Dublin Lions in Clondalkin on Saturday night to stay within touching distance of the defending champions as the finishing line comes into sharp focus. Next up for the Warriors is the final home game of the regular season when they host Abbey Seals Dublin Lions at the Tralee Sports Complex next Saturday night with tip off at 7.30pm.(Alan Cantwell PRO , Photos Liam Ryan )
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A Kerry Euromillions Winner for €500,000
Two lucky players in Dublin and Kerry woke up this morning €500,000 richer after sharing €1 million each on last night’s draw EuroMillions Plus draw. These are the fifth and sixth Irish EuroMillions Plus wins this yearThe lucky EuroMillions Plus Quick Pick tickets were sold in Dunnes Stores in the Square Shopping Centre, Tallaght, Dublin 24 and in Sheahan’s Centra Supermarket, Glenbeigh Village, Glenbeigh, Co Kerry. Aisling Sheahan, Sheahan’s Centra in the seaside town of Glenbeigh said: “It is fantastic news for our town and we are getting all our customers this morning to check their tickets. I have no idea who the winner is, as we have a lot of regular customers. During the summer it could be anyone as we get a lot of tourists but this time
of year hopefully it’s a local who has won this prize”This is the second major National Lottery win in two years for Sheahan’s Centra in Glenbeigh, who sold a winning Lotto Plus 2 ticket worth €250,000 back in February 2018, almost two years to the day later.
The National Lottery is now encouraging all its players in Dublin and Kerry to check their tickets. A spokesperson said: “For many across the country this week is the week you get paid after a long month so what a lovely time this is to get a half a million payday bonus. If you are one of those two lucky ticketholders, be sure to sign the back of the ticket and contact our prize claims team on 01 836 4444 and we will make arrangements for you to come to the National Lottery Winner’s Room to get your
prize”.
The spokesperson added: “Ireland is on a roll at the moment when it comes to EuroMillions Plus wins with six so far this year. It is a definitely a case of the rub of the green for our players. We hope it continues for the rest of the year.”
The €67,084,643 EuroMillions jackpot was won last night in Portugal.
Nearly 30 cent in every €1
spent on all National Lottery games goes back to Good Causes in the areas of sport, youth, health, welfare, education, arts, heritage and the Irish Language. In total more than €5.6 Billion has been raised for Good Causes since the National Lottery was established 32 years ago. In 2019 alone, €250 million was raised for local Good Causes in communities across Ireland.
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Many Talents, Many Awards at Connect Hair & Beauty Awards
The 2020 Connect Kerry Hair and Beauty Awards took place at the Rose Hotel Sunday March 1st, with a full house of talented people in the industry, there were many awards presented to all the different categories, as well as a number of honorary awards on the night in recognition for years of service, starting out and many more .
Margaret Kissane event organiser and publisher of
Connect Magazine said ‘People attended from all over the county and winners included overall Hair Individual Fiona O Shea Peter Mark, Overall Beauty individual Deborah Ambrose Expose Beauty, and of course the main award of the night the Lifetime Achievement award went to Frances McCarthy of Brush n Blush.
We also had winners from Dingle, Caherciveen, Kenmare, Listowel, Killarney so all in all
Achievement
a great day for the county with the industry being recognised as it should be. Judges for the event were Sean Taaffe President of the Irish Hairdressing Council, Emma Quirke Hairdresser and Twice winner herself of the awards, and Mary Lucey Principal of Kerry College Clash and Denny Street Campus and all agreed that there was tough decisions to be made with the quality and calibre of finalists, they congratulate all who
Connect Kerry Counter/ Salon/Spa Manager in association with Shaws Department Store Edel O Donoghue Image Hair and Beauty Tralee
participated and recognised the amazing work they do every day.’
Margaret went on to say she was delighted with the event which is now an annual event in the calendar and says that its wonderful to see the entire county celebrate for one night together ‘ Thank you to all who took part and supported the day, we look forward to welcoming everyone back once again on March 7th 2021.
Connect Kerry Junior Hair and Junior Beauty in Association with Connect Awards and Events Erika Moran Peter Mark
the Lifetime
award went to Frances McCarthy of Brush n Blush.
Connect Kerry Peoples Choice Gary Carey The Barber Tralee
Connect Kerry Overall Hair Individual Fiona O Shea Peter Mark
Connect Kerry Facial Specialist in association with Expose Design Elaine Higgins Pure Beauty Dingle
Connect Kerry Wedding and Occasion Make-up specialist in association with John Walsh Photography. Andrea Kerins Beautique at Ballyroe Kerry Team of the year Expose hair and Beauty Tralee
• PPS grand and now also available for the self employed
• Wax removal
• FREE Hearing test and Demonstration francis@lennoxhearing.ie Lennox Hearing Health Care www.lennoxhearing.ie
traleeharriersannualruns@gmail.com
What’s Happening In Tralee..
INFORMATION:
Thank you for registering for this year’s Tralee Harriers St. Patrick’s Half Marathon 10k & 5k .
We hope you are looking forward to the weekend’s event.
COLLECTION
OF RACE NUMBERS:
Race Numbers and T-Shirt are available for collection from The Rose Hotel, Dan Spring Rd. Tralee
Open Friday 13th March from 4.00 pm to 8.30 pm
Saturday 14th March from 7.00 am to 8.45 am
The Rose Hotel can also use this area for Bag drop on the morning of the Race
RACE START TIMES:
Saturday 14th March 2020
The Half Marathon will start at 9.30am Will start at the small island at the Tralee Bay wetlands Centre
5km and 10Km will start at 10.00am
Will start at the same point as the Half Marathon at The Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre
Start and finish is at the Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre
Chris Short will be your MC and Entertainment DJ for the Day
PARKING
We are advising that all participants will Use the Rose Hotel, Brandon Car park, and multi story Car parks in town
There is NO parking at the start & finish lines of the course
There is NO parking outside of the Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre or in the residential area opposite Garda and wardens will be patrolling the area.
TIMING AND PACERS FOR THE HALF MARATHON
This AAI permitted, accurately measured and insured event will be timed under the auspice of AAI and their partner Ronan Wogan of My Run Results. Ronan and his team return again this year and will deliver their ever professional service. Times and Certs will be on their site within minutes of the end of the event.
The Pacers volunteer their time to support you on your run and we in Tralee Harriers could not be more honoured to have them come back year after year to help us make a successful event.
Your Lead Pacer for this year’s event is Chris Grayson and his 10 strong team, pacing the following times
1.30 Chris Grayson & Fozzy Forristal
1.45 Eamon Egan & Andrez Chomic
2.00 Michelle Greaney & Dave Stack
2.15 Don Hannon & Iosla Breathnach
2.30 David Walsh & Paula Wright
ON THE COURSE MILE MARKERS
There are mile markers on the Half and 10k routes there will also be a painted sign on the ground on the half route
WATER STOPS AND ENTERTAINMENT
There will be a water station near mile 3, 5, 7, 10 and a full refreshment stand at the finish line. The water is in small bottles, and will be handed to you in a professional manner. If you need to drop them please drop to the verge of the road or at the nearest mile marker A cleanup crew will follow along and pick up any discarded bottles.
STEWARDS AND MARSHALLS
will direct you along the way and there are Mile Markers posted along the way as well as marks sprayed on the ground.
KINGDOM PARTY PALS
will be providing encouragement along the Routes with characters and music at the following points along the Half marathon Route
Start and finish Lines
Blennerville Bridge Beside the water stations at miles 3, 5, 7 & 10 They are going to give you the boost you’ll need at the time you’ll need it.
AFTER THE RACE:
At the finish line
You will receive your medal as you cross the line, these will be handed out by the juvenile athletes in the club
Chris Short will be providing information as people cross the line as well as playing a mix of celebratory music
There is a refreshment stand at the finish line, with Water, Bananas Tea & Coffee, homemade snacks from the juvenile club athletes and plenty to fill your belly...
The Lakeside Cafe at the Wetlands will be doing the healthy options for the runners on the day special rates for Coffee and Tea and a little treat.
Looking for that nourishing feed after your run... The Lakeside Cafe Will also be offering special deals on the day Just show your number and medal to avail of these special offers
Normal Full Breakfast & Lunch Menus will also be available alongside these offers.
PRIZES
This year’s Medals & Trophies were designed by Tessa of Dennison Designs and Bernard Reidy of Trophy World Prizes will be awarded soon after each event as follows
Half Marathon
• First 3 in Male and Female. Will receive a Trophy and a Cash prize
Trophies will also be awarded to
• First Over 40 Male and Female
• First Over 45 Male and Female
• First Over 50 Male and Female
• First Over 55 Male and Female
• First Over 60+ Male and Female
• 1st Wheelchair Athlete
• 1st Visually Impaired Athlete
• 1st Assisted Wheelchair Athlete
10Km Race
• First 3 in Male and Female. Will receive a Trophy and a Cash prize
5Km Race
• First 3 in Male and Female. Will receive a Trophy
NEXT EVENTS
Tralee Harriers Rose of Tralee 10 Km.... Sunday 23th August 2020
THANK YOU
Tralee Harriers AC and the Marathon Race Series Committee
Wishes you all a very enjoyable event
Visit our Website and Facebook page for more details and see our FAQ’s. www.traleemarathon.com https://www.facebook.com/ traleeharriersannualruns/
Rebecca Sh tt Beauty
HELLO BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE
I hope you’re having an amazing week.
I don’t know if you’re aware but I have a YouTuber Channel that I post videos on three times a week, Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday.
This Tuesday I posted my 2020 Favourites so far, so I said I would mention some of them here too - if you want to watch the entire video you can search ‘Rebecca Shortt’ on YouTube & you’ll find me.
BONDI SANDS BODY MOISTURISER
I discovered this amazing body moisturiser when I lived in Sydney. If you know me you know I love coconut scents, this smells amazing. Balances the skin’s PH level, can be used with self tan, is SLS & Paraben free and also Vegan. One of the best body moisturisers I’ve used.
DERMALOGICA DAILY MICROFOLIANT
This product has came into my life in the last month and I absolutley love it. It’s a daily exfoliant that polishes the skin whilst being super gentle. I absolutely love how it makes my skin feel, it’s working wonders for the texture and smoothness.
CHARLOTTE TILBURY COLLAGEN LIP BATH
Part of Charlotte Tilbury’s new Pillow Talk Collection she has launched the new Collagen Lip Bath, which is essentially a lip gloss, but so much more!
• ‘Super lip’ peptides – to moisturise and enhance the look of the volume of the lip
• Lip Plump-Effect Mustard Sprout Extract - hydrates lips and defines the contours of the lips and creating a fuller appearance
• Marine collagen - has a magical hydrating effect
• Vitamin A – helps to improve the appearance of rough and dry skin for smoother-looking lips
• Coconut Oil - softening and nourishing properties
• Marula Oil – made from the fruit of the marula tree, which is native to Africa. It’s rich in essential fatty acids and contains the antioxidants Vitamin C and Vitamin E
• Peppermint Oil – for a refreshing flavour
• Organic Menthol Crystals – create a cool feeling on the lips
• Pearlescent pigments – Light reflecting to highlight and define the lips
WELLA SP LUXE OIL
This stuff is the most amazing hair oil. I was introduced to it by the girls in Patrick’s The Hair Company. It’s a hair serum that smells AMAZING, I use it in my hair after I style it, or as a scalp mask before I wash my hair. It smoothes the hair and gives it an amazing shine!
NOTE COSMETICS SCULPT MASTER MASCARA
If you enjoyed these favourites, there are more over on my YouTube channel so be sure to check that out. All the links to everything I mentioned are there also. I recently set up an email list for weekly beauty emails so if you want to be on that, email me at bexblahbeauty@gmail.com
I’ve mentioned this mascara more than once, and that’s because I absolutely love it. It’s so so good! You need to try it for yourself to believe me! And it’s also under €10.
DERMALOGICA
BIOLUMIN C EYE SERUM
I wasn’t using an eye serum regularly until I started using this and I have seen a massive difference. It plumps and hydrates my eye area whilst not being too heavy on my skin, it also gives an awakend glow as it’s infused with Vitamin C. You absolutely need to try it!
LOOK YOUR BEST THIS SPRING
BEXBLAHFITNESS!
Hello everyone!
Hope you’re having a great week.
Last week, on my YouTube Channel (Rebecca Shortt), I started a fitness series called ‘Let’s Get Fit’. I want to inspire other people to get fit and help them realise that being fit can look so different for each individual. That things don’t have to be done exactly the same for everyone, everyone is their own person and has their own body - so it’s important that we all realise what works for one person, is not going to necessarily work for someone else and their lifestyle.
Last week I delved into my journey with fitness, and my relationship with food - which I think is now quite healthy.
I am currently tracking my macros (Protein, Carbs & Fat) and daily calories. I know how many calories I should have in a day to be in line with my goals and progress in the gym, and I know how many of those calories should come from protein sources. I am aware of hitting my protein target everyday so I make food choices based on that, because it’s what my body needs.
I think it’s very important to have a healthy relationship with foodForming a healthy relationship with food takes conscious effort, but it is possible. This relationship includes relaxed eating, choosing preferences over positions, and practicing balance and flexibility in your eating. I don’t see any food as ‘good’ or ‘bad’ and you will NEVER hear me say the phrase ‘Oh I’ve been so bold recently’.
Why? Because I eat for my goals, I eat for pleasure and I eat without guilt. If I choose to eat something, why would I feel guilty for that choice? It makes no sense to me.
Rebecca
If I want to go out for food, I will. But I will also make sure that during that day I will eat high protein meals so that I am in line with my target. If I want a John Doughs Kinder Bueno Doughnut, I will have one. Will I have one every day? No. Why? Because when you don’t restrict yourself from certain very high calorie foods, you don’t want them everyday.You get to a place of balance and eating foods that will enhance your training at the gym, your workouts and will give your body the fuel it needs everyday.
Life is too damn short to feel guilty about a cookie that you deprived yourself of for two weeks and then finally ate.
IT’S A COOKIE. I promise, it’s not
something to feel guilty about, nor is any food.
If you feel you have a negative relationship when it comes to food, please seek the help of a reputable professional.
I personally recommend Recalibrated Bodies online coaching.
If you want to see more of me or what I’m doing with my Let’s Get Fit YouTube series, subscribe to my YouTube channel ‘Rebecca Shortt’.
Our Spring Summer Timetable CLASSES COMMENCE MARCH 16TH NOW OPEN FOR BOOKINGS!
2020
RECIPES
Spice’ Baby!
Ever tried a dish, a curry maybe? A Casserole? and think to yourself that theres’s ‘something ‘ missing?
A stellar spice blend is one of the easiest ways to amp up the flavors of a dish, taking a simple seared pork chop or baked chicken thigh to the next level. try it for yourself next time... don’t be afraid to experiment a little! Here’s a project for you to try!
CRISPY CHICKEN THIGHS
WITH SPICE-ROASTED RADISHES Serves 6
INGREDIENTS
• 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
• 1 1/2 pounds radishes (about 2 bunches), trimmed and halved lengthwise
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons spice mix
• 6 cups baby rocket
• Sea salt
METHOD
Preheat oven to 175c Toss together chicken thighs, radishes, olive oil, and spice blend on a large rimmed baking sheet until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer. Roast in preheated oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest portion of chicken registers 75c about 30 minutes. Divide rocket evenly among 6 plates, and top with chicken, radishes, and pan juices. Sprinkle with salt to taste
SPICE BLEND
• 1 tablespoon seasalt
• 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
Clounalour, Oakpark, Tralee, Co. Kerry
7’s
Intensive Easter Swimming Camp
For levels 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
5 DAY CAMP
Levels 3, 4 & 5 .........Class duration - 1 Hour From Easter Monday to Friday (13-17th April)
Levels 1 & 2 ...........Class duration - 45 mins
Level 1 & 2.....9 - 9:45am or 9:45 - 10:30am
Cost €40 per child
Level 3, 4 & 5.............9 - 10 am or 10 - 11am
Cost €45 per child.
This camp is delivered by our Top fully qualified Swimming Instructors Spaces are limited due to optimum camp size
Clounalour, Oakpark, Tralee, Co. Kerry
IT’S ONLY A JOKE
YOU CAN REALLY SEE HOW MUCH TRUMP CARES ABOUT CREATING JOBS IN THIS COUNTRY
The White House seems to always be hiring.
A WOMAN TURNS TO HER HUSBAND SITTING IN CHURCH ONE SUNDAY MORNING AND QUIETLY SAYS,
I’ve just let out a silent fart! What should I do?” Her husband leans over to her and replies, “Get a new battery for your hearing aid.”
PEOPLE IN DUBAI DON’T LIKE “THE FLINTSTONES”
But people in Abu Dhabi Do WHAT DO YOU CALL A MEXICAN BODYBUILDER WHO HAS RUN OUT
OF SUPPLEMENTS?
No Whey Jose
IT’S THE FIRST WORLD WAR, AND A FRENCH BATTALION AND A GERMAN BATTALION FACE EACH OTHER IN THE TRENCHES.
It’s a rather slow day, and the Krauts sit bored in their trenches. Then, a young corporal speaks: “We really need to kill more frenchies! What can we do to lure them out?” A young recruit asks, “What is a typical french name?” Another answers, “Pierre.” The young recruit gets up, puts his rifle on the edge of the trench, aims, then shouts, “Pierre!!” From the other trench, a blue helmed head pops up, and answeres, “Oui?” Bang! The frenchman falls over dead. The german shouts again, “Pierre!!” Another french man looks up, asking “Oui?” Bang! He is dead as well. This continues for another half an hour, with the germans having a whale of a good time. The french commanders
stick their heads together. “This can’t continue! Our men are dying like flies!” “Can’t we turn that tactic on them, as well?” The french think.
“What’s a typical German name?” “Erich.” They decide to try it out immediatly. They send a soldier out with their new master plan. He get’s his rifle, nervously peeks out of the trench at the german line, then shouts: “Erich!!” Nothing happens. He shouts again, “Erich!!” Still, no answer. Slightly annoyed, he shouts louder. “ERICH!!” From the other side, a german voice in french asks, “Is that you, Pierre?” The french soldier looks up, “Oui!!”,and Bang, get’s shot.
A SON OF A WEALTHY ARAB PRINCE GOES TO COLLEGE IN EUROPE
After a few months he gets a letter from his father asking how he is, and how’s college life, etc. And he replies to his father: “oh, everything is fine here, but it is really strange, most people here come to college by train and bus, and I’m the only one driving a golden Ferrari every day to classes” And after a few days, he gets a letter from his father with a black credit card inside and a note saying: “Son, dont humiliate the family, here’s the unlimited credit card, buy yourself a train too!”
ROY HODGSON IS ON THE JONATHAN ROSS SHOW
Afterwards the host takes his guest down to the local pub. They leave the pub completely smashed and Roy and Jonathan decide to break into a distillery. Roy is the first to open a cask, tastes it, and asks Jonathan, “Is this whiskey?”
Jonathan replies, “Not as wisky as wobbing a bank!”
WHY DO SCUBA DIVERS ALWAYS FALL BACKWARDS INTO THE WATER?
If they fell forward they’d still be in the boat.
Know any funny
Jokes?
Share with us - send them to traleeadvertiser@gmail.com
OUT IN TRALEE
Thumbs Up to Paddy Mac’s from Pub Spy!
Well known pub ( and home of the Reds as well as many other great Sporting teams) Paddy Macs had secret visitors recently in the form the Pub Spy and his team from the Sunday World newspaper !
Here are just a few snippets that had them wanting to come back to Paddys again ... ...”.Young barman Tommy served us immediately in his friendly polite Kerry accent “....”the locals were well entertained with 3 big screens “....”A good lively atmosphere in this Pub “.....”Fridges were fully stocked and Sports memorabilia to beat the band !”.....”The Pub Spy team were very content here as they ordered their 2nd and 3rd round of drinks “.....”We could have stayed longer !”
John Cleary Collection
John Cleary’s new book ‘TRALEE in the Good Old Days’ also on sale The book is on sale at all Book shops including O’Mahony’s Book shop, First Chapter Book shop Manor West Shopping Centre, Polymath’s Book shop, Kerry Bookshop, Rock Street, Paudie Commane’s Book shop Rock St and Cleary’s Photography Russell Street Tralee, also at Quality Framing, Matt Talbot Road, Tralee. All three books for only €49
Tralee by Night...
What’s Happening In Tralee..
40 PREMIUM ADVERTISINGTORQUING CARS!
ELECTRIC MINI IS ON THE WAY !!
The first electric MINI was displayed in Ireland recently. The MINI Cooper SE motor has three trim levels and costs from €27,765 on-the-road (after SEAI grant/ VRT rebate).Powered by a 184hp lithium-ion battery pack, they claim a range of 235km to 270km depending on model.It’s nippy: going from 0kmh to 100kmh in 7.3 seconds. They say its performance is close to that of the hot-hatch MINI Cooper S. Standard spec includes a new digital dashboard, connected navigation and LED headlights and tail lights.You can charge it at a household socket, wall-box or public charging station, with fast direct-current charging possible at up to 50kW.Based on the same bodyshell as the 3dr hatch, there are visual clues that this is different. The front grille is closed and there are special 17ins MINI Electric two-tone wheels (optional).Mid-level trim has a cloth/leather-look upholstery, additional exterior body colour and wheel options, rear Park Distance Control (PDC)/camera, seat heating, etc - from €30,405.The range-topping version adds front PDC, park assist, Harmon Kardon sound system, head-up display, panoramic sun roof, Matrix LEDs, upgraded 8.8ins infotainment touch screen, leather, etc. It costs €35,695.The 12-module battery pack (32.6kWh) lies under the front seats and below the rear ones. Home and public charging cables come as standard.
Weighing 1,365kg, the MINI Electric is 145kgs heavier than the current MINI Cooper S 3dr auto. The centre of gravity is 30mm lower than the MINI Cooper S. iNDO MOTORING
MOTORING SNIPPETS ... WE LIKE E-SCOOTERS !!!
It is hard to believe that half a century has passed since Dublin Corporation foisted the first parking metres on us.Yes, 2,500 of the items, costing IR£90,000 were installed 50 years ago this year, I am reliably informed.They’ve been steadily clicking up the hours, and the money, ever since. An hour’s parking back then cost one shilling.
* I strongly agree with one finding of a new drivers’ survey. Little annoys me more than a driver not bothering to indicate.A DoneDeal survey of 1,000 Irish drivers found 32pc of motorists feel similarly.The rest of the findings are largely along the lines you’d expect, except that only 18pc were annoyed with people using their phones while at the wheel. It should be 100pc, it’s potentially lethal.One-in-four complained about drivers ahead of them going too slowly.Better than too quickly, I say.
* I loved the following ‘genderisation’ in a recent Opel press release:”Meanwhile, the electric Corsa-e (134bhp) has a range of up to 337km and has the same internal space as its petrol and diesel sisters.”* Nearly three-in-four motorists (72pc) drive to work each day, but only 6pc of them carpool. What a waste
But one-fifth (20pc) told Carzone, in its latest motoring report, that they would consider using an e-scooter to commute.Nearly a third of 18-34 year-olds are open to the idea compared with 21pc of those aged 45-plus.The survey found:
* 46pc believe e-scooters are a faster way to get to work;
* *79pc would consider using one as a cheaper alternative to a car;
* 62pc would use an e-scooter to help protect the environment;
* 48pc fear exposure to the elements;
* 36pc perceived the e-scooters as not being safe;
* 32pc would not consider one because they are not yet legal on our roads.
The report is compiled by analysing data from the 80 million car views carried out on Carzone in 2019 and an additional in-depth survey of more than 1,500 Irish drivers.
* Volkswagen has slashed the price of its electric e-Golf to €27,895 as it realistically anticipates the advent and impact of the longer-range new ID.3 EV this year and next.
The €27,895 price is for a private customer after Government incentives. There is also a high-spec e-Golf Executive edition which kicks off at €31,550. It adds Vienna leather upholstery, 17ins Madrid alloys, LED rear lights, keyless entry, rearview camera and Active Info Display.
It cites CSO figures to show that the average commuting distance in Ireland is 14.7km, making the case, no doubt, that the e-Golf’s 231km range might suit quite a few commuters at that lowered price.
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LACEY CUP GETS CYCLING SEASON UNDERWAY:
The 2020 Lacey Cup will be held on Sunday the 8th of March, hosted as always by Tralee Manor West Bicycle Club. The Lacey Cup is the grand opener to the Munster racing season when all cyclists will be anxious to show some good early season form.
The race always draws a large field of riders, with over 200 competing in recent years. Some of the top Irish riders will be in action on the day, all intent on taking home the coveted Lacey Cup. This year in accordance with new rulings from Cycling Ireland, there will be a separate race for the A4 category, which will start after the main A1/ A2/A3 race. The course is the usual challenging 75KM circuit. Past winners include Conor Kissane (2019), Matteo Cigala (2018), Sean Hahessy (2017), Daragh O’Mahoney (2016), Seán Mc Kenna (‘15), Damian Shaw (‘14), Seán Lacey (‘09,’10,’11,’12,’13) Martin O’Loughlin (‘07,’08) and Matt Slattery (‘03).
It is hoped that the Cup can be kept in Kerry this year with two of the top juniors, Tom Moriarty and Sean Barrett, in the country due to be in the race.
The race will have a neutralised start from the Manor West Hotel & Leisure Centre, which will be the main venue and headquarters for the race. Departure from the hotel will be at 12:00pm sharp. Racing will officially commence from George Poff’s Garage on the Dingle road at 12.30 and will pass through Blennerville (12.35), Camp (13.00), Upper Camp, Gleann na nGealt (13.10), Annascaul (13.25), Inch (13.30), Boolteens (13.50), Castlemaine (13.55), Sliabh Mish (14.05) and finishing at 14.15 at the 60kph signs at Skehanagh Cross on the Killorglin road in Tralee.
The main race is run on a handicap basis consisting of 3 groups with the first group of Category A3 riders, followed by the A2’s, and finally the group of elite A1 Category riders. The A4 race will start approximately 5 mins after the A1 riders are underway. The A4 race will follow the same route.
The first prime of the race is at
Gleann na nGealt. As in previous years the A1 and A2 groups behind will have merged and will have the job of catching the race leaders as they head towards Inch.
After Castlemaine the riders head for the 2nd Prime, The Teddy Griffin Memorial Trophy, awarded to the first rider over Sliabh Mish Mountain where the race has usually broken up into a small group of elite A1 and A2 riders, with the expected winner coming from these groups.
It all promises to be an exciting days racing with plenty of exciting action along the route to keep spectators entertained. All riders must sign on from 10.00am to 11.30am sharp at the Manor West Hotel, who will provide parking and facilities for the presentations following the race.
LIONS THE FINAL HOME CHALLENGE FOR THE WARRIORS:
Garvey’s Tralee Warriors go into their final home game sitting on top of the SuperLeague with a three point lead over Belfast Star. This week they welcome bottom side Abbey Seals Dublin Lions to the Complex on Saturday night at 7.30but the home side will certainly not be taking the game for granted. The crowd will also be keeping an eye on the Northern contenders for the SuperLeague title as they welcome Neptune to Belfast. In a nice fixture twist Neptune in Cork are the Warriors last game and they still have a chance of making the Top 6 and the Champions Trophy so they will be giving it all to win these two games. And Belfast Star hit the Warriors opponents for 102 in a big win. But all that’s a week ahead. For now all the Warriors will be focusing on is the Dublin side. And they will be coming in on a high as they hit 100 points to defeat Maree in a game that was moved from Saturday to Sunday and from Tralee to Castleisland due to Storm Jorge. The first quarter saw the Warriors jump out to an early 19-12 lead but while the Galway side tried to fight back the score at 23-18 to the Warriors. And the Tralee began to push ahead in the second quarter thanks in part to back to back three’s from Fergal O’Sullivan. At the end of the second quarter it was 43-30 to the home side playing
in Castleisland. With scores coming from a wide range of players the Warriors lead was soon 18 but credit to Maree they closed the gap to just 5 points. However Bogdanovic hit two baskets off the bench and the Jon Lawton’s four scores in a row put the game back in the Warriors hands. They led by 11 with the final quarter to play.
And they were not going to slip up and to emphasise this Jokubaitis hit 4 threes in a row and the Warriors had an 18 point lead.
Again Maree made a run by the Warriors were too strong at both ends of the court and it the game was in the win column. The fans got their wish when Eoin Quigley made the big score to see them reach 100 points.
For the Warriors Andre Berry ended with 19, Daniel Jokubaitis on 18 and Jon Lawton who ended with 13.
SCORPIONS STING THE WHEELBLASTERS:
The Kingdom Wheelblasters welcomed the Limerick side the Scorpions to the John Mitchels Gym. The visitors won the game but again the Tralee side put in a big effort led by Dean McCarthy and Cian Horgan.
ACTION AT THE TRACK:
On Friday at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium it’s the semi-finals of the Greyhound and Pet World Juvenile Classic plus a number of supporting 12 dogs stakes for the final night on March 13th. The track is also looking for entries for a one off open 750 yards race on March 13th.
On Saturday night it’s the first round heats of the ON2 325 yards Novice Stake in conjunction with the Ballymac, Castleisland and Scartaglen are with lots of kids activities and music after racing. There will also be racing on Sunday with the first of 8 races starting at 6.36pm.
The track is also taking entries for the John and Mary Killeacle Dowling Ai 570 yards starting on Friday March 27th..
KBN MARCH FOR CHANGE:
The Kerry Businesswomen’s Network (KBN) is holding a 5km walk in a ‘March for Change’ in support of the Kerry Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre and the Kerry Women’s Refuge and Support Centre to mark International Women’s Day 2020. The Walk will take place in Killarney starting at the Golden Gates of Killarney House, opposite the Killarney Avenue Hotel at 10.30am this Sunday March 8TH. Tickets are e10 and available on Eventbrite, Facebook and kbn.ie and women from all over the county are encouraged to come along and celebrate the day and support two great causes.
TRALEE BOXERS AMONGST THOSE WEIGHING IN FOR MUNSTER’S:
The weight in for the Munster Boxing championships took place in the Sliabh Luachra BC in Castleisland ahead of three weekends of action at the same club starting this Saturday. Over 60 fighters will take part with Tralee BC joining the host club as well as Trojan, Cashen Vale, St Margaret’s and Ballyduff.
ILDA AWARDS:
The Irish Long Distance Swimming Association Awards were on in Kinsale over this weekend. Congratulations to Rosie Foley on winning the The Paraic Casey Munster Swimmer of The Year Award with Elaine Burrows Dillane a runner up in That Category and also a runner up In The Irish Female Swimmer of The Year Category . Both swimmers are long time club members and Fenit Swimmers. The Tralee Bay winter swims as part of the Easter series continue every Sunday.
FANCY A CAREER IN SPORTS JOURNALISM:
In memory of their former colleague and friend, Radio Kerry has launched the annual Kevin Casey Award for Young Sports Journalists. Kevin Casey, a native of Glenflesk, was just 40 when he passed away after an illness in January 2017. Having worked for Radio Kerry in the mid-noughties, his career took him to WLR FM, where he won two McNamee awards and a prestigious PPI National Radio Award during his time there. If you’re aged between 15 and 18 and fancy becoming a sports journalist or reporter, this is your chance. Write up a 500-word sports report on an topic of your choice and send it to sport@radiokerry.ie or post to Sports Department, Radio Kerry, Maine Street, Tralee by 5pm on Friday, April 3rd. Include your contact details and date of birth on the entry.The winning journalist will win a free place on Radio Kerry’s Summer camp, sit in on our awardwinning Terrace Talk programme and attend a live match with the Radio Kerry commentary team. For more details, email sport@ radiokerry.ie
FANCY WINNING
A KIT FOR YOUR CLUB:
Sharing Féile memories could mean a playing kit boost for a County Kerry club. Boys and girls U-14 GAA teams in Kerry gearing up for
TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER
this year’s John West Féile can win €1,000 of kit by creating videos of their clubs’ Féile memories.
Natural protein experts John West, who sponsor the Féile na nÓg and Féile na nGael U-14 football, hurling and camogie tournaments are preparing for the competition finals with a €1,000 kit giveaway to teams.
The 2020 John West Féile na nGael hurling and camogie finals take place in Dublin, Kildare and Meath on the weekend of June 5-7. This year, the John West Féile na nÓg football finals will be held across Donegal, Derry and Tyrone on the weekend of June 26-28.
Throughout its sponsorship of the Féile, John West has focused on encouraging children to participate in Gaelic Games while emphasising the importance natural protein plays in fuelling a young athlete.
Four GAA Clubs now have the chance to win €1,000 each towards their Féile 20 kit.
Entries are now open and to be in with a chance of winning, all teams have to do is send a short video through the Teamer app featuring their club’s best Féile memories.
Ideas can include profiling a Féile hero, photographs set to music of magical Féile moments, Féile journeys, the role of your coach, training highlights, parental support and host family memories.
MOTOR SPORT NEWS:
Kerry Motorsport News has confirmed that the Limerick Motor Club plan to re-schedule their forestry stages rally on April 18th or 19th. It was unfortunate for the club and all the hard work and preparation they had put in only for the weather including a heavy snowfall to give them no option but to postpone the rally. The rally uses stages on the Kerry border near Brosna.
Hotrod action in Kilflynn: The East Cork Hot Rod Club which now runs the North Kerry venue have their fingers crossed that their event will go ahead this Saturday and Sunday. They had organised events for previous weekends but these fell to Storms Ciara and Denis. Prize giving will take place at Herbert’s Bar Kilflynn after racing this Sunday.
Rose Hotel Circuit of Kerry: Early indications are that there will be a full field for the Rose Hotel Circuit of Kerry Rally which will take place on April 5th. A number of overseas drivers have already entered including Welsh drivers Steve Wood and Dai Roberts.
AWARD FOR MICHEAL
Legendary GAA commentator, Mícheál O’Muircheartaigh, is the recipient of the Irish Hotels Federation’s (IHF) President’s Award 2020, the annual award bestowed on an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to tourism and Ireland. A special presentation was made to Mr O’Muircheartaigh at a Gala Dinner celebration in the Galmont Hotel, Galway, following the IHF’s 82nd Annual Conference last week. The recipient of the inaugural IHF President’s award in 2013 was Dr Martin Naughton followed by Dr Tom Kavanagh; former President Mary McAleese; Paul Carty; Anna Mae McHugh; Donie Cassidy and by JP McManus in 2019.
PARNELL’S NEWS:
Kerry Camogie is running an after schools programme for boys and girls from Junior Infants upwards. This is to encourage children who may never have tried hurling or camogie before to try it out and hopefully then join their local club. There was a very successful programme run recently in Presentation Primary School in Tralee, so hopefully we may see some new members over the coming year.
All Registration must be paid up as soon as possible.
The u12 camogie players are looking forward to their trip to the Sliabh Luachra club for a fun morning of camogie including a Poc Fada, skills test to celebrate. The day will take place in the Cordal GAA club grounds on Saturday at 10am. Training continues with the club on Monday 8-9 at the CBS pitch.
The u14 hurlers commence their County League on April 4th and the squad has been preparing hard. The Spring Academy continues on Friday evenings from 7 to 8pm at the Kerry Sports Academy for u6 boys and girls and u8 and u10 boys. Club members will again take part in the Parkrun on Saturday morning from 9.30am in the Tralee Town Park.
STACKS JUVENILE NEWS:
The u6,u8 and u10’s training continues as usual on Sunday morning in Mercy Mounthawk and in the Green Secondary School for the u10’s.
At the moment the St Patrick’s Day Parade is still going ahead and the club will be looking for all their Juvenile’s to take part in the club colours.
The u12’s were left disappointed that their trip to Cork on Saturday and the Town League games were on Sunday were off. These games will be rescheduled.
This weekend the u12 Team 1 are away to Na Gaeil, Team Black are at home to Ardfert and Team Amber away to Churchill B.
Table Quiz: The rescheduled Fundraising Quiz will now take place on Sunday March 15th at 3pm in the clubhouse. Entry fee is just e20 per table with some great prizes to be won.
With the Tralee area of Scor na bPaisti taking place on or before April 5th the club wants to hear as soon as possible from those wishing to take part. The Kerry semi-finals will take place on Saturday April 18th.
The Tralee area final of Senior Scor takes place tonight Friday March 6th at 8.30pm in Na Gaeil. The u14’s Blitz in Dingle also fell to the storm and will be rescheduled but no date has been given as yet. This weekend in the Suits Select u14 Division 1 sees Ballymac versus the A’s and the B’s at home in Division 2 to St Pat’s.
The u16’s train as normal this week including the gym session. They are also asked to give a hand on Saturday at the Street Collection. The trip to Mayo was unfortunately called off and plans for another trip are being put in place. All players and parents are reminded that Registration is now due. The boys from the club who are involved with the Green’s Hogan Cup team are working hard ahead of their semi-final against the winners of the Connaught Final. There was no look for the Frewen
Cup side from the same school as they lost out. Please register your support for The Rock Club when doing business at Rock Street Post Office.
ST PAT’S NEWS
There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 4,7,17 and 30 and the next jackpot will be e2800 with the draw on Sunday night in Keane’s Bar.
The u6’s had another good day out at the Sports Academy and the coaches are delighted with the progression of the young players. The players will all be back in action this Sunday.
The 8’s are also in the Sports Academy every Sunday from 10am. Eddie Hayes took the Player of the Week for the u10’s and they will be training as normal this Sunday. The panel was divided and all the boys and girls enjoyed their game.
The u12’s game away to Ardfert in the Tralee Town Board League was postponed and training continues as usual each week. The u14 Boys game in the same competition also fell to the weather. The team have a bye this weekend.
The u16 Boys train every Friday night from 5.30pm on the astro and this Monday also on the astro the u16 Girls are back after a long lay-off.
The Minors game in the League against Moyvane/Tarbert was called off. Round 3 takes place this week when they boys are away to the Asdee/Ballydonoghue/ Ballylongford combination at 3.30pm.
The seniors enjoyed a hardfought win over Na Gaeil in the St Brendan’s Board Senior League 5-03 to 2-11 with Cormac Lynch, Fergal O’Brien, Ian McCarthy and Luke Mulligan getting the goals. This Sunday the seniors are away to Duagh in Round 1 of the Credit Union SFL Division 3 at 2pm. Anyone who has not paid their membership are asked to do so as soon as possible.
BALLYMAC NEWS
Dromid Pearces are this visitors to Ballymac this Sunday, March 8th, for the first round of the Credit Union Senior Football League. The game has a 2pm throw-in.
The Minors game was off last weekend and will play at home to Rahilly’s this Saturday.
The club wishes its three entrants in Senior Scor all the best in the District Final this Friday night in Na Gaeil. The club will be represented in Figure Dancing, Solo Singing and Question time.
All members are reminded that membership is now due.
Following a weekend off due to the storm the u12 teams are in action with the Blue and Gold teams playing John Mitchels this Sunday in the League. The u14’s go to Churchill also on Sunday in the Suit Select Tralee Town League with an 11am throw-in.
In the Academy the u8’s and u10’s continue on Sunday in the IT North campus.
Well done to all the coaches who did the Foundation Level Course last Saturday. The dates for the Level 1 course are March 11th, 18th, 25th and April 1st from 7.30pm each night in the Tralee CBS Hall and the cost is e25. Lotto – there was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 13,14,20 and 25.
WELL DONE TO DOMINICK: Once again at the annual Press Photographers Association of Ireland there was success for Kerry snappers. This time it was the well- known Dominck Walsh who won a prize for a photograph he took at the election count. Tralee based Dominick is also well known at the counties sports grounds and all the big events that take place across the county. Congratulations from all at the Advertiser.
STORM GONE BEFORE MATCH PLAY GAMES TEED OFF: Thankfully the effects of Storm Jorge on Saturday did not prevent the staging of our second round of matches in the Kerry Inter-Club Matchplay last Sunday morning as Deerpark held up well to the recent spate of bad weather.
The two clubs that lost out the first weekend were the two winners on Sunday. Tralee had a 7-2 victory over Newmarket with Listowel 6-3 winners over Castleisland in the latter’s first match of the campaign. Tralee had lost out to Deerpark in their first match the previous week but made a great start against Newmarket in winning all three of the doubles matches.
Jason Cregan and Keith O’Brien defeated Newmarket’s Con Buckley & Jimmy O’Sullivan 5&4 to give them their first point of the day while Tony Blake & Paul O’Shea were 3&2 winners over Ben Newman & Paudie Flynn. The combination of Danny O’Leary & Pa Fitzgibbon rounded off their clean sweep of the doubles with a 6&5 win over Willie John Buckley & Brendan Herlihy.
Con Buckley finally put Newmarket on the board in the Singles with a first playoff hole win over Alan Hobbart, but Pa Byrne from Tralee would beat Newmarket’s Jimmy O’Sullivan over the same distance. Willie John Buckley kept Newmarket’s hopes of an upset alive with a 2&1 win over Roger Guthrie but three 2&1 wins for Jason O’Regan (over Ben Newman), Keith O’Brien (over Brendan Herlihy) and John Fitzgerald (over Padraig O’Flynn) wrapped up Tralee’s win.
Listowel meanwhile would come from 2-1 down to Castleisland after the Doubles to win by 6-3 courtesy of five Singles game wins.
Details of Round 3 due for this Sunday will be confirmed in due course as well as the table but as it stands Tralee, Listowel, Newmarket and Deerpark all have one win each from the two rounds played thus far.
