Feel Fantastic Communion
Anne and Phil from Tralee, watching the St Patrick’s Day parade.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
With Mother’s Day this Sunday, 27th of March, now is the time to plan an extra special surprise to show your Mom just how greatly she is loved. Our gift guide is full of on-trend presents that she can wear long after Mothering Sunday has passed.
9ct Gold
Your Mum certainly deserves the treat of real gold jewellery. Compasses, hearts, moons and stars are all major trends for necks, ears and wrists. Chunky bracelets and cultured pearl drop earrings in yellow gold have been featured in luxury style magazines since the start of the year. We have a HUGE selection of new styles in stock.
Alphabet Jewellery
Pick up an initial necklace from the REBECCA range. We have a fantastic Mother’s Day necklace special offer (€49). Our new initials are rose gold plated and set with glittering white crystals. They come with a gorgeous heavier link chain that can be worn long or short. So stylish.
Locket Love
Sparkling Silver
Everyone should have a new pretty necklace or earrings to get summer ready. Our sparkling new range is inspired by the Art Deco vibes. Earrings and necklaces from as little as €15 to €30. Stunning sets from €40.
If you want a sweet and meaningful gift that can be personalised, then you should definitely take a look at our lockets. A locket is a special type of pendant that hold precious photos or momentos. Usually they can be engraved front and back too. We have a beautiful range of silver and gold lockets, each one supplied with a matching chain, from €45.
Colour is Trending
Following on from last year, coloured stone jewellery should be on the top of your list of gift ideas. We have introduced absolutely gorgeous colour stone and gemstone rings from €250 upwards. Our in house silver collections are a go to if you want vividly colourful earrings and pendants. With a price range from €29, these are not to be missed. If you want a gorgeous colourful ring on a budget, look no further than Les Georgettes from €49 to €69. If she loves watches CLUSE are also on the colour wave with their Spring Summer 2022 Collections. The new Orange and coral watches from CLUSE are divine.
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE
Photos by John Cleary
ABOVE: Children love the fun at St. Patrick’s day parade in Tralee.
ABOVE: Tralee RFC on parade in Tralee.
ABOVE: Leading the Kerry Garda Division in the Tralee St. Patrick’s Day parade from left Inspector Gary Thompson, Supt. Flor Murphy, Chief Supt Eileen Forster and Supt. Paul Kennedy.
ABOVE: Irish Soldiers members of United Nations Force take part in the parade through Tralee on St. Patrick’s Day.
ABOVE: Volunteers handling The Irish Guide Dogs on parade in Tralee parade.
ABOVE: Flying the flags for St. Brendan;s Park F.C. at St Patrick’s Day parade in Tralee.
ABOVE: Fireman Edmond Duggan, Tralee, driving the largest Fire Truck in St Patrick’s Day parade in Tralee.
ABOVE: A big welcome for our new friends enjoying St. Patrick’s Day parade in Tralee, from left Sandra Slybscura, Victoria Slybscura, Olsya Eokrak, Valentyna and Viktorha Eokrak.
ABOVE:Lian O’Dowd, Tralee, with family and friends watching the St Patrick’s Day parade in Tralee.
ABOVE: Retired members of Tralee Gardai march in the St Patrick’s Day parade in Tralee.
ABOVE: Arriving forthe St patrick’s parade in Tralee, from left danny Dube, P.J.Herlihy,PaulFlynn, Fiona Kelter and Joan Crimmins Tralee.
ABOVE: Pearse Bros Churchill GAA Club, Kerry, passing through St Patricks Day parade in Tralee.
ABOVE: Tralee Parnells Hurling and Camogie Club taking part in Tralee parade.
ABOVE: VIP’s watching St. Patrick’s Day parade in Tralee.
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ATTENTION LANDLORDS
– The RTB registration process is changing soon.
Annual Registration is coming into effect on the 4th April 2022.
This will replace the current method whereby you were able to register a tenancy at a cost of €90 and this covered a tenancy that ran up to 4 years. From the 4th of February a standard tenancy registration will cost €40 per year.
Penalties will be applied for late registration and will increase each month until registration is completed.
If we can assist you on this or any other letting / management queries you may have feel free to contact us.
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If you are considering selling a B & B or a large 5/6 bedroom
International Fashion Designer Colin Horgan to open Love-Kerry Lunch & Fashion Show in aid of Palliative Care Unit at UHK
Guests at the forthcoming Love Kerry Lunch & Fashion Show to be held in Ballygarry Estate Hotel & Spa on Sunday 10th of April, are in for a real treat as International Designer, Colin Horgan will open the show!
Colin who is from Ardfert, County Kerry and now has his studio there, is exclusively showcasing his new AW 22 collection. Since graduating from the Limerick School of Art and Design, Colin has completed a masters degree in the world-renowned Royal College of Art in London and showcased his collections at London Fashion Week. He has worked with many of the biggest names in the showbiz world today – from Lady Gaga and Little Mix to Dua Lipa.
Colin Horgan joins fellow international designer, Don O’Neill who is closing the Love Kerry show. The full line up also includes Carol Kennelly, MacBees, Hannons, Jasmine, Cathy Troth, Rebekah Wall and Goose Boutique Tralee. Upfront Model Management are sponsoring the models for the show and Ray Stack is sponsoring production.
Organised by Claire Murphy and her committee, in memory of her late father Noel J. Loughran, all proceeds will go to the Palliative Care Unit, Kerry General Hospital, Tralee, Co. Kerry.
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Minister Foley’s St. Patrick’s Day visit to Boston
The Minister for Education Norma Foley TD addressed the Irish American Partnership during her visit to Boston as part of St Patrick’s Day celebrations.
The Irish American Partnership connects the Irish and American communities directly with education in the North and South of Ireland. The Partnership has provided over $33 million in support to primary schools, higher education institutions and community organisations on the island of Ireland over the years.
Addressing a gathering of the members of the Partnership Minister Foley said: “It is my great honour to be in Boston, the capital of Irish America, on this St. Patrick’s Day. I know that for the past two years we have not been able to celebrate our national day
and our Irish heritage as we usually would.
“As Minister for Education in particular and as a former teacher, the Partnership’s focus on education, youth and wellbeing in Ireland, North and South, has special resonance for me.
“Today the 17th of March we gather to celebrate our Irishness. It is a time to pay homage to that sense of togetherness that connects 80 million people around the globe.
“Ireland is not just a place but a feeling, a tribal sense of belonging that we can never, or ever want to, leave behind. Ireland is a place that is privileged to enjoy democratic freedoms, handed down to us by previous generations.”
The Minister added: “The events of these past weeks in Ukraine have shown us once
again that community is a universal value that demands meaningful solidarity with our fellow human beings. As the tragic events have unfolded, we have worked with our EU partners and through
The ‘22 Paul Lucey Run is BACK!
The Press Launch of the Austin Stacks/Paul Lucey Memorial “Run for the Rock” 5&10k fun run was held at Connolly Park clubrooms on Monday evening, 21st March. Present for the occasion were the Lucey family and club friends.
This popular event was originally held in 2018 and became an annual feature in 2019. With Covid restrictions it was successfully held online with socially distant participation in 2020. Austin Stacks were unable to hold the event last year and now with the lifting of restrictions the event will be held on Bank Holiday Monday, 2nd May 2022, with a starting time of 11am. This is the 4th Paul Lucey Run for the Rock, but
perhaps the most significant as the importance of freedom, exercise, and friendship over the past three years have been very much restricted due to the pandemic. We are hoping to encourage as many Kids, teenagers, parents, grandparents, friends and family members to get outdoors and reconnect on Monday, May 8th and Walk or Run 5k/10k, while helping to keep them fit, healthy and promoting positivity within the community.
2018 and 2019 saw over 400 participants each year in what was an amazing community event and a fitting tribute to Paul Lucey, a proud Austin Stacks man who passed away in December 2017. Paul was a member of the Stacks All Ireland Winning Club
our membership of the UN Security Council to support the people of Ukraine.
“Today our national holiday is about solidarity rather than celebration.”
Championship team of ’77, and trained many underage and senior teams down through the years, notably the 1986 and 1994 teams, who he coached to County Success, as well as being involved with training the ladies football team in his later years. This event will begin at the entrance to Austin stacks club house at 11am. Registration is via www. eventbrite.ie by searching Paul Lucey Run of register through Austin Stacks Facebook or Twitter or on the morning of the event between 9am and 10.30.
3 wins for Stacks Ladies
Family of the late Paul Lucey supporting “Run for the Rock.”
Austin Stacks U12 girls in jubilant mood following their challenge game V John Mitchels last Sunday morning.
Austin Stacks players who were part of the Mercy Mounthawk team who defeated Crossmolina, Mayo last Saturday.
Austin Stacks U14 girls who started their season with a win over Scartaglin in Connolly Park last Sunday afternoon.
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Are you up for the ‘ShanaGrill’ breakfast at Ger’s Place?
Recently re-opened again food hotspot in Monavalley, near Shanakill, Ger’s Place is a shop , a Cafe and most importantly the home of some really great grub ! Yes , Food is what they do best at Gers Place and you want to know why? Well its owner is Ger O Shea who also operates the legendary New Yorkers in lower Bridge Street, Tralee home of the famous New Yorkers Burger
and legendary Pizza ! ‘Its been growing steadily since we opened earlier this year ‘ Says Ger...’We have a great offering of food from our hot n’ cold Deli counter serving Hand-made Gourmet sandwiches, Tasty Subs and Goujon Rolls plus we have hot food throughout the day , Shepherds Pie, Chicken Curry and Lasagne which is great if you’re looking for a good lunch or dinner .’ But what
really taken off’ says Ger’ are our All Day Breakfasts ..its mad’ laughs Ger ..We serve the breakfasts from when we open at 9am right thru til closing in the evening , 7 days a week ..They are so popular , we serve the mini-breakfast at €7.50, the full at €8.95 and the real mans breakfast ( ‘or ladies for that matter ‘ laughs Ger) has to be our ‘ShanaGrill ‘breakfast at €10.95, it has EVERYTHING ! ‘ If you time it right says Ger smiling, you probably wont to eat anything else for the day! ‘Fridays and Saturdays are really popular for our All Day breakfasts . We only use top quality produce’ says Ger...you need to taste the difference ..there is one ! insists Ger . So thats Horgans sausages, Brennans Bread , Lyons & Barrys Tea, Batchelors beans , local country eggs , and top tasting bacon ! But its not just the traditional fry that Ger excels at ..” We have the Veggie breakfast , the Be Good
breakfast, Waffles Pancakes and all types of eggs ,,,in fact Ger has a full menu devoted to his breakfast .When I asked him who comes back again and again ,he says ‘Everyone ‘with a smile...’ young couples, retired couples , trades men, groups of friends ‘ ( he just had a party of 15 friends arrive together last Saturday!) And dont even get him started on his Fish n Chip offering which is putting it up to his breakfasts..’ well its Fresh Cod in batter , homemade chips , peas and tartare sauce, all for only €10.95, and you’ll be doing well to finish it!’ Laughs Ger
TieDayFriday 2022 To Raise Funds For Mental Health First Aid Training
KERRY Mental Health Association has announced details of the second #TieDayFriday which will take place on Friday 8th April 2022.
Everyone in Kerry will be asked to wear a tie – preferably the most outrageous or colourful tie they can find – post a picture or video of themselves online and make a donation to Kerry Mental Health Association CLG (idonate.ie).
The funds this year will go towards the cost of training instructors to facilitate the delivery of free communitybased Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Classes in Kerry.
The General Manager of Kerry Mental Health Association, John Drummey, said: “Mental Health First Aid is the initial help given to someone who is developing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem or a
mental health crisis. The first aid is given until appropriate professional support is received or until the crisis resolves. Through our ongoing engagement with business and community groups in Kerry, it is apparent that many people are not well informed about how to recognise mental health problems, how to respond to the person, and what supports are available.”
The generosity of Kerry people during the first #TieDayFriday last year was overwhelming with approximately €17,000 raised to support the befriending and other mental health promotional activities undertaken by Kerry Mental Health Association.
A similar level of support this year would fund the provision of four Mental Health First Aid Trainers and eight Mental Health First Aid Classes for up to a total of 160 participants (20 per class).
It’s up to you to set the amount to be donated while it will be great fun to see how many different ties will appear on social media on #TieDayFriday.
Most people feel good about themselves when they dress up for an occasion.
There’s hardly been a need to dress up, let alone wear a tie, over the past two years due to
the pandemic restrictions.
Kerry Mental Health Association are grateful to Celsius Menswear in Tralee for lending their support again to #TieDayFriday 2022.
Anyone who wishes to get involved or organise an event to support the project can contact John Drummey on 087 7909487 or email John@ KerryMentalHealth.ie.
Bon Secours Hospital, Tralee The Scotia Clinic, Tralee
The Style Comes Out Once Again At The Connect Hair & Beauty Awards!
in association with Kellihers Toyota Kerry &
Climb with Nora, 4 Countries in April!
It would seem that the whole country was touched by the news that Charlie Bird, a renowned broadcaster was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease MND. And people will be out en mass on April 2nd to support his fundraising efforts in the Climb for Charlie.
Nora Butler, originally from Tralee, now living in Castleisland lost her mother Mary (RIP) and also 3 other female family members to MND, is joining in the fundraising effort.
She is aiming to climb not only Carrontuohill but also Slive Bernargh in Northern Ireland, Ben Nevis in Scotland and Snowdon in Wales throughout the month of April. The funds raised will go to 2 very worthy charities Pieta House and the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. Research has made huge advancements in the treatment and also huge progress has been made by Irish researchers in the last few years. Says Nora “There probably isn’t a family in the country that hasn’t been touched by suicide and resources are always needed in terms of research and support for those affected. I will be dedicating the climbs to my late mother and my 3 cousins climbing a mountain for each of them.”
To donate please go to www.idonate.ie/norab
All donations are greatly received
SAMANTHA CLIFFORD VOGUE HAIR AND BEAUTY receives the Connect Kerry Counter/ Salon/Spa Manager
Yvonne
The Connect Production Team, John, Ray, Mags, Carmel & Will (Sean took the pic!)
Kitty Lucid gets the Lifetime Achievement Award!
Brook eld Tuition
JUNIOR CERTIFICATE
Monday April 11th..............Maths H
Tuesday April 12th..............English H
Wednesday April 13th......Science H
Thursday April 14th.........Business H
Friday April 15th......................Irish H
Saturday............................26th March
LEAVING CERTIFICATE
Saturday April 2nd............Maths L (Paper 1)
Saturday April 9th.............Maths L (Paper 2)
Saturday April 16th.........................Biology H
Monday April 18th...........Maths H (Paper 1)
Tuesday April 19th......................Chemistry H
Wednesday April 20th....................Physics H
Thursday April 21st..........Maths H (Paper 2)
Friday April 22nd........................Geography H
Saturday April 23rd ..............................Irish H
Saturday April 30th..........................History H ORAL
THE TEAM AT THE CLINIC ARE HERE TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS ON COSMETIC AND HAIR RESTORATION ISSUES.
My eyes were always my best feature but I’m not so sure anymore. I feel my eyes are really dropping; I can’t wear the eye makeup I used to. I don’t want to go under the knife but maybe a recommendation for a good eye cream?
Gillian, rest assured, a lot of people nd the eye makeup that worked for them in the past needs to be modi ed; good brushes are important and less shimmer on the eyes is always more attering.
The skin under your eyes can be up to 10 times thinner than the rest of your skin. It shows signs of ageing more quickly; as it is more delicate and vulnerable than the rest of your face. As we age this skin becomes even thinner due to loss of collagen and elastin and as the eye area contains less collagen and elastin bres, the area is more prone to sagging and wrinkles.
A good eye cream, applied with your ring nger around the orbital bone, can really improve the tone and texture in the area.
I recommend AluminEye, a rich , anti-ageing cream we have at CHRC here in Bon Secours. AluminEye signi cantly improves the appearance of dark circles, ne lines and pu ness in any skin type. It also helps increase rmness and elasticity.
Another option is Retinol—it's not just for your face. Dermatologists love retinol because the vitamin A derivative has been shown to stimulate collagen production, making ne lines and wrinkles a distant memory. My advice with retinol is slowly, slowly; let your skin get used to this active ingredient and so I recommend Alumier retinol eye gel because it’s a very gentle slow release of retinol.
Apply once the rst week, twice the second week and three times the third week, leaving a night in-between each application.
Netflix may be making changes
One of the best things about Net ix was that it was very laid back about people who shared passwords on their accounts. A college student could use their parents' account even once they'd moved out, or a former roommate could log in to their old account. But this could all to change as there is talks of charging extra for persons using the account outside the family home. Now, however, Net ix is testing a new feature that will prompt account owners who share their password to pay $2.99 for an "additional user. Due to the recent increase in the subscriptions and now if they charge extra for extra users outside the family home they may loose more that they gain.
Guest Wifi
To find out more about the best eye treatment for you, including our lunch time rejuvenating Eye Rescue treatment, contact CHRC on 086-0786120 or chrc@bonsecours.ie
Fast, reliable, and secure WiFi is essential to the hospitality industry. Regardless of whether you're managing the wireless network for a Bed and Breakfast, shops or hotel, the right tools and services can not only make your job easier, but also make your customers happier. Its important that you have good broadband speed or if that is not possible then install a managed switch so one person is not taking all the bandwidth. It’s a good idea to do a speed test near your modem and the go to the rooms to test again to insure there is not a big drop in speed . The last thing you want is a bad review that be easily xed
Gillian.
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Tralee has Mother’s Day sorted! Go shopping and see for yourself!
With Mother’s Day fast approaching, we want you to find the perfect gift for THE most important woman in your life. With that in mind, we’ve come up with a few ideas that will hopefully provide a little inspiration and leave your mum feeling all aglow inside. First up, jewellery. You can’t go wrong if you get it right and who doesn’t love a bit of sparkle. There’s a fantastic selection of jewellery shops in Tralee but we’ve narrowed it down to three. These are our favourite picks for under E100.
Why not say it with flowers? If
you really want to deliver the ‘wow’ factor, send something extra special like a gorgeous wreath from Eleanor’s Florists. Your mum will love displaying it on the front door and when the neighbours admire it, she can name-drop you with pride! Prices range from 45 -155 euro so something for every budget. Next up, theatre tickets. Maybe your mum has all she needs in terms of ‘things’ and she’d like nothing more than a night of laughter. Who wouldn’t? Enter Shane Clifford, a comedian who’s built his name in Dublin and
courage to return to his home town to tell jokes about class, mental health and Frubes.’ Tickets available from Siamsa Tiré. In fact, check out their entire Spring programme. It’s full of musicals, One Man Shows, dance extravaganzas and of course, traditional music.
Now for something different. Susan Crean Dental & Facial Aesthetics sorts of treatments to enhance and refresh inner and outer beauty. Maybe a little tweak is exactly what your mum wants but never got round to it. Surprise her with a Consultation. Call them on 0667117577 to book.
Figure 1 Cultured Freshwater Pearl Necklace,
EUR | John Ross Jewellers
Figure 2 FOSSIL ladies
“Carlie” Leather Strap Watch, €99.00 | John Fitzgerald Jewellers
Finally, give your mum a great book. O Mahony’s are currently running special Mother’s Day offers including 20% off online sales and a ‘book-a-month’ gift bundle for 6 months for €120. They have a wonderful selection of books by female authors old and new. My personal favourite, Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier is available in paperback for just € 11.25. Hours of escapist pleasure right there. Happy Mother’s Day!
Pat’s Mother’s Day Hair and Jamming to aid
Ukraine
Next Sunday March 27th we are hosting a fundraising event for the Ukrainian Refugees who will be living in the Killarney Area. The event will be held outside the International Hotel and is a Hair & Jamming event. From 9am Killarney Hairdresser’s Pat o Neill & Orlaith Sheehan will sharing there skills.
Entertainment will kick off from 12 noon, with performances from, Johnny Nolan, Peter Fleming, Grace Foley, Caitriona o Sullivan, Truly Diverse & Liam o Connor. Please come along and show your support. We have set up a Killarney Credit Union account for donations . It is our intention to give as many families as possible financial support when they arrive in Killarney.
Chairperson : Pat o Neill
Secretary : Ian Cronin
Treasurer : Caitriona White
€45.00
Figure 3 ‘PAV EHH’ Earrings, €58.95 | Hilsers Jewellers
Pre-school, Early Learning and Care and School Age Childcare Response to the arrival of Ukrainian Children and Families
Local Provider; Susan QuirkeCrowley of Mounthawk Montessori School & Busy Bees Nursery is pleased to share the initiatives that the Department are putting in place nationally, with immediate effect for children that have been displaced due to the Ukrainian War. To help children currently being housed In The Earl of Desmond, Tralee and the wider County Kerry area. Local Childcare services with capacity ,are keen to help Ukrainian families,. A number have already contacted the Department and the Kerry County Childcare Committee to ask how they can help and
if they can offer places in their services to these families.
‘The provision of early learning and childcare will help children to settle into their new communities and help them to recover from the trauma of leaving their homes, and we are very grateful that providers are offering their support.’ The department stated.
Our service’s at Mounthawk Montessori & Busy Bees Nursery , Maureen’s Childcare Centre & Pre-school ,and our colleagues at Alandale House, Tralee, as well as many other local providers, welcome the immediate access to Free Pre-school Places for displaced children. ‘Families can access the FREE ECCE Pre-school programme immediately, before they receive PPS numbers, which is very welcome’ she said. The standard ECCE age eligibility rules will apply the department has stated.
The department stated that Ukrainian families are being given Temporary Protection Status and PPS numbers to enable them to access State supports, including the ECCE programme and sponsorship
Tralee mourns the passing of Padraig
“Padraig will be very sadly missed , ever the consummate professional . working with Ger Boyle at Gers Casuals for many years and also operating his own sewing /alterations shop ‘A Stitch in Time ‘ across from Radio Kerry “...Mark Leen “I have very fond memories of Paudie , who worked with my great friend Ger Boyle for many years... One of natures gentlemen !”...Derry Mc Mahon . Reposing at Mc Elligott’s Funeral Home, Tralee this Friday from 5.30PM to 7.00PM. Funeral arriving to the Church of the Purification, Churchill, on Saturday at 10.40AM for 11.00AM Requiem Mass followed by private cremation.
arrangements under the NCS. We understand that it may take some weeks for all Ukrainian families to be issued with a PPSN. A special meeting of the Early Learning and Childcare Stakeholder Forum next week where we will discuss how the sector can work together to support these families. Wider supports including access to the National Childcare Scheme for Full day care and After school care will be announced shortly .Finally, there is a call by the Government , for any staff that are Ukrainian
to make themselves known through their Early Years’ setting, , as it is hoped that they could help as we develop supports for Ukrainian families arriving to Ireland. Further information on supports and wider sponsorship of childcare places will be provided to the sector next week . The Irish ‘Céad Mile Fáilte’ will be extended to all children and families entering our Pre-school services and we welcome the opportunity to help . Susan said.
Manor West Bicycle Club
donate proceeds of the 2022 Lacey Cup to the Red CrossUkraine Crisis Appeal. Ruth O’Sullivan General Manager Manor West Hotel, Tomas Kenny Chairman Tralee Bicycle Club, Matt Lacey, Tricia Nolan Red Cross, Pat Sullivan joined by Tralee Bicycle Club members.
LAUGHTER ....THE BEST MEDICINE!
ONE-LINERS... EASY TO REMEMBER!
There’s a fine line between a numerator and a denominator. (Only a fraction of people will get this clean joke.)
What do dentists call their x-rays? Tooth pics!
Did you hear about the first restaurant to open on the moon? It had great food, but no atmosphere.
What did one ocean say to the other ocean? Nothing, it just waved.
Do you want to hear a construction joke? Sorry, I’m still working on it.
Did you hear about the fire at the circus? It was in tents!
What’s the difference between a hippo and a zippo?
One is really heavy and the other’s a little lighter.
Why should you never trust stairs? They’re always up to something.
Why did the bullet end up losing his job? He got fired.
What kind of shorts do clouds wear? Thunderpants
I entered ten puns in a contest to see which would win. No pun in ten did.
How do you measure a snake? In inches—they don’t have feet.
What does a house wear? Address!
Why are toilets always so good at poker? They always get a flush
Why is Peter Pan always flying? Because he Neverlands.
You heard the rumor going around about butter? Never mind, I shouldn’t spread it.
I visited the offices of the RSPCA today. It’s tiny: you couldn’t swing a cat in there.
CRACKING ONE-LINERS FROM SOME OF THE BEST COMEDIANS
Do I believe in safe sex? Of course I do. I have a handrail around the bed.” - Sir Ken Dodd
“Years ago I used to supply Filofaxes for the mafia. I was involved in very organised crime.” – Milton Jones
“Somebody actually complimented me on my driving today. They left a little note, it said ‘Parking Fine.’” – Tim Vine
Spotted on the Street
Paul hands over the care of Kerry College!
Excellent Flat White coffee recently from Michael & Owen, who operate the busy Kiosk at the Station in Tralee
Best seat in the house this week!
Mike Fitzgerald doing his international business as usual!
Best of luck to Craig (Brandon Leisure Centre) on his new Adventure.
Aimee Turner with her grandparents Jerry and Carmel Turner after her confirmation in St John’s Church, Tralee on Saturday
Photo Joe Hanley
Paul O’Regan, Caretaker from Kerry College who has just retired Paul is pictured with his colleagues Siobhan Griffin and Johnny O’Sullivan.
Best dressed man Tim Landers and Lady is Janna Foley who were the best dressed at the Castle Bar, Rock Street, Tralee Cheltenham Best Dressed on Wednesday.
“SNAPPED ON SOCIAL MEDIA”
leads the way as St Patrick !
Quote of the week from Dan O Donoghue!
(Well , his grandson!)
Feidhlim was marching with the Mitchels!!! Not impressed with my uniform “Seriously Granddad a dress!!!!! Lol
Great piece about Geraldine on Radio
Kerry’s ‘Kerry Women Sport‘
Geraldine O’Shea. On five different occasions Geradline was named on the Ladies Football All-Stars team, as well as their Team of the Decade in 2010. She captained Kerry in 2003 when Kerry won the Munster Ladies football championship against Waterford before taking up the role again in 2008. O’Shea was Kerry’s longest serving Intercounty footballer, playing when the kingdom last won the All Ireland in 1993 and winning an All Star more than a decade later in 2004. She has also starred at international level in soccer. Roger and Mark! (a few years ago!)
David’s fans are everywhere!
TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER
FAI NATIONAl P.R.O. OF THE YEAR
LEAGUE TITLES ON THE AGENDA IN VARIOUS SPORTS:
While it is still only March a number of teams are already eyeing up early silverware with League titles at the business end.
KERRY GAA TRIO BATTLE FOR LEAGUE TITLES: All three senior Kerry sides are still in the hunt for League titles. The Kerry hurlers are first into action as there Allianz League semi-final has been confirmed for this Saturday when they travel to take on Mullingar with a 1pm throw-in in TEG Cusack Park. They could have qualified last week but were narrowly beaten by Down 1-19 to 0-20 points who the winners of this Saturday’s game will now meet in the final.
The Kerry Ladies have achieved their first aim of the season and have qualified for the Lidl Ladies National League Division 2 final. They had three points to spare over Monaghan, 1-14 to 1-11, in their semi-final. They will take on Armagh in the League decider which is set for Croke Park at 2pm on Sunday April 10th.
The Kerry senior side have the luxury of qualifying for the League final with a game to spare. Their latest win came away to Armagh and in a sign of how well Kerry are playing three players have been named on this week’s GAA. ie Football Team of the Week this week – Jason Foley, Diarmuid O’Connor and Paudie Clifford. In an aside three other Kerry players were named on the Electric Ireland Higher Education Rising Stars Football Team of the Year – Fionan Mackessy (who was named on the hurling team the previous week which is a rare double), Tony Brosnan and David Clifford.
Kerry welcome Donegal to the Fitzgerald Stadium this Sunday throwing in at 1.45 and while they know they have a League final to look forward to Jack O’Connor and his management team will make sure that they go all out to continue their unbeaten League run.
Aside from Kerry who are on 11 points the other 6 teams are separated by three points with Mayo and Armagh on seven, Kildare, Donegal and Tyrone on 5 and Dublin and Monaghan on 4 so the other place in the final and the relegation places are still to be decided.
WARRIORS INTO SEMI-FINALS: Knock-out basketball came to the Sports Complex last weekend and Garvey’s Tralee Warriors qualified for the SuperLeague semi-finals thanks to a comfortable 88-71 point win over UCD Marian.
The Cup winners were always in control leading 27-14, 42-27 and 6446 at the end of the quarters. Aaron Calixte led the scoring on 28 points followed by Eoin Quigley on 14 with Kieran Donaghy and Daniel Jokubaitis both hitting 11 points.
The win sets up an away semi-final
against DBS Eanna this weekend while the other game is the all Cork clash of C&S Neptune and Tradehouse Ballincollig with the League final down for the National Basketball Arena the following weekend.
FIRST UNDERAGE SOCCER
SILVERWARE OF THE SEASON ON OFFER THIS SATURDAY: After two years with very little soccer everyone was delighted to have the Leagues back this season and the first of these come to a conclusion this Saturday. In the 13’s Division 1 St Brendan’s Park C and Iveragh United meet in the League play-off in Killorglin at 2pm. Both sides ended their League campaigns with a record of 8 wins and 2 draws. The game between the two sides finished in a 4-4 draw so another cracker is on the cards.
19’S IN LEAGUE OF IRELAND ACTION:
The Kerry 19’s, under Billy Dennehy and James Sugrue have had an exciting start to their SSE Airtricity campaign which has seen them defeat Treaty United 3-2, narrowly lose away to Galway United by the same scoreline and then beat Wexford 3-2 in Mounthawk Park last Sunday. Cian Brosnan and Daniel Okwute have made great starts to the season and are leading the scoring chats with four goals each.
This Sunday they are away to Cobh Ramblers, on the new Stephen Ireland funded All Weather pitch, with the home side having won one of their three games to date.
The Kerry 17’s are not back in action until the following weekend.
GREEN CBS JUST COME UP SHORT IN MUNSTER SOCCER FINAL:
The Green Tralee CBS enjoyed a great run to the Munster U19’s soccer final with wins over St Brendan’s College Killarney, Newcastlewest, PBC in Cork and Gaelcholaiste Mhuire who they defeated 2-0 in the semi-final. The goals came from Ryan Guerin and Cian Brosnan with goalkeeper Dimitar Dimatrov saving an early penalty. In the final they took on De La Salle from Waterford with the game played in Carrigaline. The Tralee boys gave it everything in the final but it was the opposition that scored the only goal of the game to take the win and the Dr Tony O’Neill Munster u19 Cup for Large Schools.
KERRY CAMOGIE TEAM
WIN ON THE ROAD:
Having gone down to Galway in their Littlewoods Camogie League game the Kerry senior ladies turned things around with a very good away win defeating a strong Laois side 1-08 to 2-03. While they were still missing some players those on duty were excellent led by Patrice Diggin who hit 1-07 (7 frees) in the win that secures
their Division 2 status for 2023. Is there a harder working set of players in the game as many of these have been in action weekend after weekend with Clanmaurice and Kerry?
CELEBRATION TIME AT THE GREYHOUND STADIUM:
It was party time at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium as the 2020 and 2021 Awards were given out. The 2020 Award winners were Dog of the Year - Tokenfire James, Bitch of the Year - Pennylane Storm Owner of the Year - Donal G O’Mahony, Public Trainer - Patrick O’Connor
Private Trainer - Chris Houlihan Hall of Fame – Noel O’Leary from Tralee.
The 2021 Awards went to:
Dog of the Year - Ballymac Rule, Bitch of the Year - Steeple Rd Kate Owner of the Year - Donal G O’Mahony, Public Trainer - Liam Dowling
Private Trainer - Chris Houlihan Hall of Fame –Tom Pa O’Connor from Tarbert.
NEW COMMITTEE ELECTED BY THE TRALEE SWIMMING CLUB:
The Tralee Bay held its AGM last week and the following are the Committee that will lead the busy club in 2022. Michael Slattery is the Chairman with Antoinette Boyd as the Secretary. Looking after the monies are Treasurer Denis Cronin and his Assistant John Fox. The PRO duties will be handled by Brian Stephenson. The Committee members are Patrick O’Sullivan, Niamh O’Connor and Frances Lynch. For anyone who wants to learn to swim or to gain the confidence and skills to step up to open water swimming the Swim For A Mile 12 week training programme is back from March 29th at the Tralee Sports and Leisure Centre. The cost is 24 swim lessons for e80 and details are available from 0667126442.
RAS TAILTEAN STAGE 2 TO END IN CASTLEISLAND:
While the focus for Kerry cycling is on the fast approaching Ras Mumhan the sport got another big boost this week with the confirmation the countries most prestigious race will visit the county. Stage 2 of the 5 is on Thursday June 16th will see the riders tackle the 154km from Horse and Jockey to Castleisland where there will be a 10km finishing loop taking in the Cat 2 climb at Crag Cave. The riders and the cavalcade will transfer to Newcastlewest for the start of Stage 3 the following day.
RUN FOR THE ROCK ON MAY 2ND:
The Run for the Rock fundraiser in memory of the late Paul Lucey will take place this year on May 2nd, the Bank Holiday Monday. The 4th edition of the event is open to all who want to walk or run the 5 or 10km. Registration is required and this can be done on Eventbrite.ie, through the Austin Stacks social media pages or on the morning of the event from 9am to 10.30am ahead of the 11am start.
AUSTIN STACKS NEWS:
The club will be out in force on the greens of the Tralee Golf Club as the annual Golf Classic takes place this Friday.
Members are also reminded that membership for 2022 are now due with various ways to pay. On the field and the seniors defeated Gneeveguilla
1-15 to 0-08 in the County League. Their next game is away to Kenmare Shamrocks. The B’s went down to Tarbert and will play Scartaglin at home in the next round.
The C’s hosted the recently formed East Belfast Club and open their County League campaign away to Keel this Saturday at 5pm.
In the Lotto there was no winner from the numbers drawn 8,10, 25 and 31 with the next jackpot being e4,200. In the underage section the club was delighted to see so many turn out in the black and amber for the St Patrick’s Day Parade.
Underage training continues this weekend while the 11’s are in Go Games action. The 13’s are free in the County League but will be in action in the coming weeks. The 15’s A’s play Spa on Wednesday evening, April 6th at 7pm while the B’s are away to Listowel the same evening.
The club has announced that the Cul Camps will take place from July 4th to 8th inclusive.
TRALEE TOWN BOARD NEWS:
In the Tralee/St Brendan’s u13 League sponsored by Timberland Kitchens and Flooring there were Round 3 wins for John Mitchels over Na Gaeil 5-19 to 3-06 in Division 1.
In Division 2 Churchill were 5-19 to 2-03 winners over Kerins O’Rahillys and Ardfert who beat St Pats 3-05 to 0-02. Na Gaeil B beat Ardfert B 2-12 to 3-03.
These competitions will take a break for a few weeks as the County Leagues start but there are still a few games to be played in Division 1 & 3. The Division 2 final will see Churchill take on Ardfert.
The non-competitive Under 11 Go Games sponsored by Kelliher’s Mills are underway. On Thursday night it’s the A’s and B’s of Stacks versus John Mitchels and Ballymac against Na Gaeil from 6pm in Group A. The same night in Group B the A’s and B’s of Churchill take on St Pats.
In the Senior League there is Group A back game this Sunday when Austin Stacks take on Ballymac in Connolly Park from 11.30am.
PARNELL’S NEWS:
The club was delighted to see so many young and not so young members marching in the club colours in the excellent Tralee St Patrick’s Day Parade.
On the playing front the club are busy preparing the pitch at Caherslee where they plan to return to from April 1st. The clubs senior team are in action this Saturday as they travel to Lixnaw to take on the host in the third round of the Division 1 League.
The upcoming Easter Camp, sponsored by CLD Accountants, is now full. It will run from April 11th to 13th from 10am to 1pm.
KERINS O’RAHILLY NEWS
The club had a great turn-out in the Parade with the club colours proudly on show.
On the field the seniors are away to the Legion this Friday night, March 25th at 7.30pm in Killarney. Training and underage games continue for all the boys and girls teams.
Members are reminded that membership is now due for the year. There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 4, 8, 12 and 32 with the next jackpot being e4,300
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