Medical Matters
TREATING ACNE BY DR DAVID BUCKLEY
Treatment of acne involves trying to reduce some of the excess oil and unblock the pores. We also tried to clear up the most obvious component of acne which is pimples and spots which are due to infection and inflammation.
Most patients with acne will benefit from an acne wash. Most acne washes contain salicylic acid in various strengths from 0.5 up to 2%. The higher percentage washes are more effective for very oily skin but may be more irritating.
Another effective treatment for mild acne where there is pimples and spots, is benzoyl peroxide. This comes as a cream or gel which should be applied all over the acne affected areas and not just simply onto the spots. It is also useful for acne on the back and chest.
For more troublesome acne, particularly where there is a lot of blackheads and whiteheads, a topical vitamin A product such as adapalene gel (‘’Differin gel’’) can be very effective but this is only available on prescription from your doctor. This can be combined with benzoyl peroxide.
However, both of these products are quite drying and may be irritating so they should be applied all over the acne affected areas sparingly initially and the amount gradually built up over a few weeks. It can take three to six months to have a good effect with these topical agents and they can be used long term to prevent relapse.
Some people with more troublesome acne may have to add in an acne tablet form the doctor such as an anti-bacterial agent with a strong anti-inflammatory effect which is good to reduce the pimples and spots. Acne tablets should always be used with good topical agents as mentioned above. Acne tablets are normally prescribed for three to six months at most. Some women might benefit from hormonal treatments such as high dose oestrogen pills combined with the topical agents I mentioned above. Very severe, resistant, scarring acne may need to be treated with a powerful acne tablet known as “Roaccutane” which is usually only prescribed by skin specialists.
For more information on acne see www.kerryskinclinic.ie
Offering the latest advances in medical, surgical, laser and cosmetic dermatology and allergic diseases
Kerry Skin Clinic, The Ashe Street Clinic, Tralee T: 066 7125611 | E: reception@asctralee.com www.kerryskinclinic.ie
Belchapel Cabernet Syrah
Belchapel Cabernet-Syrah Oaked is a wine from Languedoc Roussillon. It combines ripe fruit with the elegant structure of French wines. The nose is full of aromas of blackcurrants, berries with a delicate hint of violet and toasts. In the mouth fruity, soft, round, with an extremely long nish. It is perfect with Beef Carpaccio (or with any red meat), venison and cheeses.
Sunday May 12th
Ballybeggan Park, Tralee
Program of Events
8.30am Showground Opens
10.00am-6.00pm Showjumping Including Grand Prix
11.00am - 4.00pm Horse and Pony Classes
10 noon - 3.00pm Cattle, Sheep, and Goats Classes
11.00am - 4.00pm Poultry Classes and Sale
10.00am - 5.00pm Trade and Industrial Stands
10.00am - 5.00pm Vintage Machinery and Threshing
10.00am - 5.00pm Amusements and Vortex Tunnel
2.00pm - 4.00pm Bonny Baby Show
1.00pm - 3.00pm Petmania Dog Show (Entries from 12 noon ) 12.30pm Official Opening of Show by Colm Cooper
1.30pm - 4.30pm Live bands, Dave Lawlor & Louise Morrissey
11.00am - 4.00pm Free Face Painting
2.00pm Cooking Demonstration
10.00am - 5.00pm Macra Na Feirme Exhibition
2.30pm - 3.30pm Pig Racing
1.00pm - 4.30pm Wood Carving
All Day Events:
Home Baking, Horticulture competition, exhibitions, vintage displays, craft & food fair, fun & games for all the family, music, shopping,meet & greet with some well-known personalities, plus sing & dance the day away! Fanzini Brothers, RSA Exhibition, Mr Personality - John Martin Carroll, Weardrobe Most Appropriately Dressed Womens CompetitionRyle MenswearsMost Appropriately Dressed Mans CompetitionAdults
Most Appropriately Dressed Womens Competition sponsored by Weardrobe Boutique
ENTRANCE PRICES:
Adults €15
Kids U12 -Free
Students /OAP's €10
Meet & greet local personalities
Meet MrJohnPersonality CarrollMartin Exhibitions
Shopping Horticulture Competition
Fun & Games
Fanzini Brothers RSA Exhibition Vintage Displays
Craft & Food Fair theSing&Dance dayaway!
Most Appropriately Dressed Mans Competition sponsored by Ryle Menswear
Discounted Tickets (€10) available at Ballybeggan, Tralee Chamber Alliance Office (office hours) & Kellihers Mills, Tralee in the week prior to the show . EVERYBODY WELCOME!
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE
Photos by John Cleary
ABOVE: Attending the Fenit Lifeboat Fundraising dinner at the IT Tralee, on Tuesday night and kindly sponsored by IT Tralee, this is the second running of this event. The first occasion was so successful and enjoyable, raising in excess of 3,000 EURO for Fenit Lifeboat, from left Declan O’Halloran, Mike McDonnell, Ollie Switzer and Ger O’Donnell,
the
ABOVE: Close on 500 take part in the Austin Stack’s GAA Club Paul Lucey 5k & 10k walk or Run on Monday, pictured waiting for the whistle to blow and a mad run through Connolly Park and you would not see their heels for dust.
ABOVE: Pictured in the Square, Tralee, on Saturday.
ABOVE: Elizabeth and Liam Lynch, Tralee enjoying the Fenit Lifeboat Fundraising dinner at the IT Tralee, on Tuesday night and kindly sponsored by IT Tralee.
ABOVE: Taken at
Fenit Lifeboat Fundraising dinner at the IT Tralee, on Tuesday night and kindly sponsored by IT Tralee, from left Eileen O’Donnell, Catherine Switzer and Debs O’Halloran, Tralee.
ABOVE: Photographed at the Celtic Steps Show at the Brandon Hotel Tralee on Sunday night, from left Breda Barry, Tralee John Barry, Tralee, and Mairead Broderick, Duagh.
Tralee.
ABOVE: The Paul Lucey Memorial run took place at Austin Stack’s GAA Club on Monday, pictured from left Mairtin McKivergan, Kaja Huserova, Martin McKivergan, Dave Scanlon, John Moynihan, Ciara O’Sullivan, Amy and Dean Scanlon.
ABOVE: Happy group to take off on The Paul Lucey Memorial run at Austin Stack’s GAA Club on Monday.
ABOVE: Tralee ladies take The Paul Lucey Memorial run at Austin Stack’s GAA Club on Monday, from left Karena Slattery, Olivia O’Shea, Anne O’Shea, Jemma O’Connell and Breda Slattery.
ABOVE: Carol Stephen and Michael Benner, The Spa, pictured at the Fenit Lifeboat Fundraising dinner at the IT Tralee, on Tuesday night and kindly sponsored by IT Tralee, this is the second running of this event. The first occasion was so successful and enjoyable, raising in excess of 3,000 EURO for Fenit Lifeboat Tralee.
ABOVE: Fun for the children in Tralee town Square on Saturday.
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE..
Cluster Gardai – A partnership with Tralee businesses
Following on from the success of the See Something, Say Something programme from 2018, the business community of Tralee and the Gardai are fostering greater relations to ensure the town builds on it’s safe and welcoming experience for all visitors.Tralee Chamber Alliance, through its Cluster programme, is coordinating with the Tralee Gardai Station, to have 14 dedicated patrol Gardai assigned to the Town Centre and Manor West shopping districts of Tralee. These Gardai will be in daily contact with businesses in each of the seven Clusters (Districts) of Tralee.
Commenting on the launch, Ken Tobin of Tralee Chamber Alliance said “Over the past 12 months we have seen considerable improvements in the town, and we are now looking forward to seeing how we can help propel Tralee to be the friendliest, safest, large town in Ireland”
“In order to get us where we want to be as a town, we are aiming for a Zero-Tolerance approach to anti-social behaviour, business theft and crime. Now with this latest initiative not only will public eyes, through the See
Something Say Something campaign be on you, but you will have the entire business community working hand-inhand with the Gardai to stamp out theft and petty crime.”
“ Having met most of the assigned Cluster Guards already, I can say they are genuinely nice people who have a passion for Tralee. They’ll be with us for the next few years and I’m asking the business owners of Tralee to make an effort to get to know them personally.”Over the coming weeks the programme will be rolling out through the
Chamber to all businesses within the town centre, with daily foot and bicycle patrols starting straight away in town.Sergeant Tim O’Keeffe outlined that “Two Gardai will be directly assigned to each cluster in Tralee to directly liaise with the business owners and will have daily foot and bike patrols. The programme will also see the business owners hold quarterly meetings through the Chamber with their assigned Garda aimed at stamping out theft from shops and other crimes in a preventative
manner.”
“This new programme will primarily be in operation from 12pm to 8pm daily, but we are already working with the Chamber on developing some new programmes focused on the night-time activity in Tralee. We are working with Tralee Chamber Alliance as we share their ambitions for Tralee. The ongoing success of the See Something campaign highlights the opportunities that exist to support a better community in Tralee”
Photos of Local Competitors Competing in last weekend’s Cartell.ie Rally Of The Lakes 2019
(Pics by: Raymond Corkery)
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE..
Spa Kids will rise to Donals
There was a real buzz of excitement and anticipation at Spa N.S. this week as the 2018 ‘Donal Walsh Spa 6K Challenge’ was launched. This will be the sixth year of the event and the whole school community is busy organising an amazing family fun day in honour of Donal, their past pupil on Sunday May 19th. “We want to yet again honour Donal in a special way and so the committee is working to create an event where people of all ages and fitness levels can come together for a few hours, have fun and ‘live life’ just as Donal urged us all to.” said school principal Peter Linehan. “Huge credit must go to our committee who have been working tirelessly over the past few weeks to ensure that everything will be ready”, added Peter.
The school will certainly be a
hive of activity with a fabulous farmers market in operation and children from 5th and 6th classes coordinating fun games and challenges for young and old all day. The Parents Association is organising a beautiful barbeque on site. Teas and tasty treats will be served on the day. There will be a water rocket display and the ‘Amazing Guido’ well known street entertainer, will host his lively show to entertain everyone.
However, the main event of the day will be the ‘Spa 6K Challenge’ a 6km looped run/ walk starting and finishing at the school. Donal’s mum and dad, Elma & Fionbarr Walsh will yet again officially start the run/walk at 11.30 a.m. “It means so much to us to see Donal’s primary school organising this very unique
Challenge!
day in his memory and we are delighted to support them in it.” said Elma. Everyone is welcome to come along, join the party and register from 10.00a.m. on the morning, but they can also pre register (for reduced entry
fees) at the school. Please call 066 7136618, e mail info@spanationalschool.ie for full details or check it out on facebook @ the Donal Walsh Spa Challenge!
‘Run For The Rock ‘... A Runaway Success !!
LÁ NA gCLUBANNA AR AN gCARRAIG: Hundreds of friends and admirers of Paul Lucy (RIP) took to the roads and footpaths of The Rock area in his memory. Is ar Lá na gClubanna, Dé Luain seo caite, a tharla na himeachtaí go léir! The Run for The Rock was a great success on a beautiful day and was enjoyed by all .(PHOTOS BY Adrienne McLoughlin)
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE..
Tralee gets many positive vibes about new look Food Festival!
The changing of the date from September to May , going from one day to a two and a half day event , the introduction of the Ta ste Trail tokens ( a sell out ) , the inclusion of more food outlets and a general ramp up in the quality and quantity of activities ...Its all of the above , not to mention the people involved in the organisation (way too many to mention , but hats off to DS anyway !) t hat made this years Food Festival a roaring success ...of course we have to mention the weather , which played its part brilliantly. Unlike some of the earlier years ! Year 5 now I think and heading in the right direction . Dingle , Listowel ...ye have been great acts to follow ...but silently methinks “ there’s a new kid in town “ (Chris Shortt)
U-14 Town league Finals this Sunday in Caherslee!
Congratulations to Town Board players, chosen for Kerry minors, who played Cork last Tuesday.Devon Burns, Na Gaeil. Luke Chester and Adam Curran, (Austin Stacks.) Tomás Ó hAinféin (Na Gaeil.) Additional panel players Enda O’Connor, Oisín Maunsell, Jack Sheehan (Na Gaeil.) Daniel Bowler Kerins (O’Rahillys.)
Town Board minor league finals sponsored by Munster Chimney Solutions.Both finals on this Friday 10th
Division 1 - Austin Stacks v Ballymacelligott
Division 2 - Ardfert v Churchill
Town Board under 14 finals sponsored by Suits Select Both Finals on this Sunday 12th. in Caherslee
Division1 - Austin Stacks v Churchill @ 5 00pm Divisiov 2 - John Mitchels v Kerins O’Rahillys @ 3 00pm
Congratulation to Austin Stacks on beating Dr. Crokes in final of Club Championship and to Na Gaeil on their win over St. Senans in the Junior Premier Club Championship.
St. Brendan’s Basketball Club Annual Awards at The Rose Hotel
St. Brendan’s Basketball Club held their Annual Awards last week in the Lee Suite at the Rose Hotel. It was an absolutely fantastic night with teams from Academy up to U18s including the Thursday Squad coached by Charles O’Sullivan receiving acknowledgement and
appreciation for their efforts this season and with MIP and MVP awards winners being announced at the various underage levels. Also announced on the night were the Overall MVP of the Year that went to the outstanding U14 player Olaf Michalczuk and their Club Person of
the Year that went to the thoroughly deserving Lar Cotter. “Thanks to everybody for attending and celebrating another outstanding year for the club. A big thanks to Stephen O’Callaghan for his work with the staff and management at The Rose Hotel for providing us with a
superb venue for the Awards night. We look forward to our Annual Mass and AGM as well as our Senior Awards night on Friday 17th May at Moyderwell Gym.”
Sizzling Steaks on the BBQ in the Sunshine!
With a mini heat wave on the way here are a few ideas for the BBQ that will have them licking their lips. So keep an eye out in your local butchers for their summer steak offers.
FLANK STEAK
WITH CHIMICHURRI Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
• Two 1-pound flank steaks
• 4 cups lightly packed flat-leaf parsley leaves
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1/2 small shallot
• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
• 1 tablespoon drained capers
• Salt
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Freshly ground pepper
• Preheat the oven to 160°.
• Remove the steaks from the fridge
METHOD
In a blender, pulse the parsley with the garlic, shallot, vinegar, capers, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 cup of water until coarsely chopped. Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil in a steady stream and blend until thick and smooth. Transfer the chimichurri to a serving bowl
Generously season the steaks with salt and pepper. Heat a very large ovenproof pan until very hot. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, add the steaks and cook over high heat until nicely browned, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the pan to the oven and roast the steaks for 15 minutes, until medium-rare.
Transfer the steaks to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut them across the grain 1/2 inch thick and serve with the chimichurri.
UPCOMING EVENTS AT GRÁ AND CROÍ
Grá bistro Sunday sessions continue this Sunday 5 to 7 live acoustic music every Sunday from local musicians A date for your diary... Vegetiopa returns 13th July
Let me know if you enjoyed them and we will continue our healthy eating next week and remember to send your quetions to: askchefnoel@hotmail.com
Gers Place in Monavalley for the Hot coffee and scones after Darkness into Light Walk this Saturday morning
ELECTION 24TH OF MAY
A little bit about you... Local election candidate Ted Cronin
Chris Shortt recently caught up with Ted and asked him to tell the people of Tralee a little about himself “I’m originally from Rathmore but have been in college/ working and living in Tralee since 1982. I met my Wife to be Mary Horan in 1988. Mary was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 1991. I have done alot of volunteering and community work in Tralee. I’m a member of Tralee Multiple sclerosis society and was chairperson on a number of occasions. I was in the Kerry Samaritans based in Tralee for a few years. I was outreach coordinator where we visited many schools. I have also fundraised for the wheelchair
association, Pieta House, animal rescue etc.
I have worked in Loss Prevention in Tralee for 25 years. I have seen alot of anti social behaviour, addiction, people not able afford food, suicidal people,homeless. The 2019 Local Election is especially important for the people of Tralee. For the next 5 years this is the only opportunity Tralee residents will have to have their concerns considered and their voices heard.
Blighted by unemployment and emigration Tralee now is the forgotten town in Kerry. Ignored by Kerry County Council and State agencies it us clear that the once vibrant town of Tralee is slowly dying.
I care passionately about Tralee and its people and when elected I will devote myself full time to:
1. Rejuvenating Tralee Town Centre by imposing a 5 year moratorium on parking charges.
2. Developing the Denny site to benefit the people of Tralee.
3. Bring creative industry to our vacant factories and buildings.
4. More community involvement. Public meeting every quarter.
5. Litter wardens/street cleaners/town park warden.
6. Improve wheelchair facilities/parking/town bus
KCFE officially opened on Denny St by Minister McHugh
THE Kerry College of Further Education (KCFE) Denny Street Campus was officially opened on Thursday by the Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh TD, with hundreds of guests, staff and students in attendance.
The official opening firmly embeds KCFE into Tralee Town Centre where students have already breathed life into the street and town centre. From the College’s perspective, the introduction of a second campus was necessary as student numbers were substantially increasing. This new location means Kerry College of Further Education (KCFE) is in a position to offer as many students as possible the opportunity to remain in
Kerry to study a programme of their choice.
The Campus encompasses 5, 6, 7 and 8 Denny Street and the refurbishment of the existing buildings. The Campus has 11 lecture rooms; including two high spec computer rooms; 4 dedicated medical stations; offices; a canteen and more. Tremendous effort went in to maintaining the authenticity of the buildings, built in Georgian times, and the wonderful workmanship remains evident throughout.
The new building is currently dedicated to the Health and Social Sciences Departments and will facilitate the delivery of the Nursing Studies, Nursing with Maternity Care
Forge Cross Locals
say a Big thank you to Big Jim !
Local residents gathered at Forge Cross to recognise the support of Cllr Jim Finucane towards landscaping this very busy junction on the Listowel Rd. The work was carried out by Kerry County Council.
Standing; Mike Moloney, Joe Dineen, Paul Doyle, John Boyle, Cllr Jim Finucane, Joe Moriarty
Kneeling; Heather Shanahan, Sadhbh Sinnott, Breda Switzer7
wheelchair friendly.
I plan to be a new voice for Tralee and Kerry. , a man with Integrity. No false promises. Please give your number one to Ted Cronin on May 24th. If you would like to join others who care about Tralee on my campaign and be part of the team then find me on Facebook and join the challenge - your journey will be rewarding.
Be Independent Vote
Independent
Contact me , Ted 0876363149 tedcronincoaching@gmail.com Facebook@ tedcroninindependent
Skills, Carers, Youth Work, Applied Social Studies with Psychology, Emergency Care Services, Medicine Counter Pharmacy Assistant, Surgical Operative Care Assistant,
Advanced Social Care with Counselling Studies and Health Services Supervisory Management programmes.
Local Fundraiser for Tír na nÓg orphanage in Tanzania
A fundraising event will take place in Ann O Dowd’s playschool at number 6 Lioscarrig Drive, Caherslee , Friday May 17th from 5pm -7pm. The wine and cheese night has been organised by Jacinta DIneen, Ann O’ Dowd and Kate Kearns before their visit to the Tír na nÓg children’s home and school in July of this year. The ladies are using the fundraiser to raise vital funds for the project which is situated on the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Tír na nÓg was founded in 2007 by Tralee native Louise Quill. The children’s home and school currently cares for and educates over 230 children on a daily basis. This event is open to anyone that would like to come along and support the trio before their journey in July. You can check out more on the website www.tirnanogorphanage.com or on their Facebook page Tír na nÓg Orphanage.
Surprise!!! ...Happy Birthday, Michelle
A Birthday Surprise for Michelle O Sullivan Castleisland 2nd left. Friends Malgorzata, Martina,Josephine, and Catherine surprised Michelle with a beautiful afternoon tea in The Park Hotel Killarney.
MEMBER OF MUNICIPAL DISTRICT MEMBER OF KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL
MEMBER OF SOUTHERN REGIONAL ASSEMBLY
Kerry County Council Election, Friday 24th May 2019
CASTLEISLAND ELECTORAL AREA
Rock Boys On Kerry’s Development Panel:
Austin Stack Club UNDER 16 footballers who are working hard under the guiding hands of the North Kerry Development Management Team and who challenged Mayo on Saturday last in Limerick IT. Na Stacaigh (ó chlé): Ruairí Ó Conaill, Dean Rusk, Shane Bastible, Ben Cuiltéir, Joey Nagle, Armin Heinrich and Jordan Kissane. Bail ó Dhia orthu!
(photo Brian Caball)
HURRAY HURRAY IT’S
The summer season has officially begun and with it has come bouncy castle and trampoline season. Without wanting to rain on the parade we must be aware that injuries can happen. Every year without fail I encounter a fairly embarrassed adult (last year 53 years old) with a vague report on how their bump or sprain occurred.... Notwithstanding the more serious injuries which require immediate medical attention what is the best course of action for sprain or strain first aid. The tried and tested remedy of RICE still remains the best first aid principle.
Rest: is important to allow for healing. A person should avoid activities that stress the affected area. Gentle pain-free range of motion exercises are usually helpful. Ice: refers to cold treatments to treat acute injuries. Ice is recommended to minimise and reduce swelling as well as decrease pain. There are many ways to employ ice treatment at home. The most common is to place a bag of crushed ice or frozen peas over a paper towel on the affected area. I still smile when I think of the gentleman
who called to my office many years ago to ask me if he hadn’t peas if frozen sprouts would do the same :) It is important to protect the skin and limit exposure to 1015 minute sessions every 1 to 2 hours. Compression: This is the use of a compression wrap or elastic bandage to apply external force to the injured tissue. The compression minimises the swelling and provides mild support.
Elevation: is recommended to help reduce pooling of fluid in the injured extremity or joint. Elevation is accomplished by positioning the injured area above the heart. For many bumps and sprains ice can be secured over the affected area with an elastic bandage and the limb can be elevated achieving simultaneous rest, ice, compression and elevation. Always seek medical assessment if you are in doubt.
“You don’t stop playing when you get oldyou get old when you stop playing”.
Corinne
Corinne Evans Physiotherapy 10 High Street, Tralee, Co Kerry T: 066 7127055 | www.corinnevansphysiotherapy.com
Truck driver Ciara hoping to deliver the
goods as she takes to the Winning Streak stage
A Tralee truck driver has revealed she was on a hen’s weekend when she found out she had been drawn to appear on the National Lottery Winning Streak TV game show on RTÉ One this Saturday (11th May).Ciara Sheehy from Tralee in Co. Kerry was on a hen party in Killarney when news came through that she was called out to appear on the Winning Streak TV Gameshow. Following a night of celebrations, she woke up the following day and thought that her Winning Streak date was all a dream!Ciara is a truck driver by profession, having learned the tricks of the trade when she was living and working in Australia! Having secured a job as a dump truck driver in Oz. Since she returned home, Ciara has secured a HGV licence and she is currently working with Dillons Transport in Tralee for the past two years. Recently, Ciara was the subject of a TG4 documentary called ‘Truckers na hEireann’. She will be supported in the audience by her boyfriend John who she has been with
for the past two years after they met in their jobs as truck drivers. Also in attendance will be her mother, Loreto and her brother Barry as well as many other members of family and friends.Ciara is a huge Winning Streak fan and has superstitions about posting her three Star entries in different towns throughout Ireland. On the night of the hen party when her ticket was called out, she purposely wore special ‘three star’ earrings which she will be proudly wearing again on the TV Gameshow.Her spending plans for her Winning Streak winnings include home improvements and a trip to Malta later this year where she and her boyfriend John will attend a family wedding. As ever one of the lucky five players will get the chance to spin the wheel and win up to €500,000. Throughout this series a €100,000 segment will be added to the iconic Grand Prize Wheel every show if less than that was won in the previous show, improving players chances to win a massive prize. Nearly 30 cent in every €1
spent on Winning Streak and all National Lottery games go back to Good Causes in the areas of sport, youth, health, welfare, education, arts and heritage. In total more than €5.4 billion has
been raised for Good Causes since the National Lottery was established 31 years ago. In 2018 alone, the National Lottery raised over €227 million for such good causes.
Rebecca Sh tt Beauty
HELLO BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!
I HOPE YOU’RE HAVING AN AMAZING WEEK!
I’m currently in Phi Phi - two weeks until I’m home. I don’t know if you’re all aware. But as of May 23rd I will be residing in Tralee, for how long… I don’t know. But definitely for the near future. In saying that, I have officially reopened my appointment book & already have a few regulars booked in. If you have anything that you would like to get your makeup done for, the best way to book an appointment is through email, so I’ve created a new email account solely for booking requestsrebeccashorttmakeup@gmail.com. I’ve
also opened my bridal calendar so if you are getting married and want to find the right Makeup Artist for your special day - you can email to book a trial.
Anyway, onto this week’s topicTHE MET GALA. The theme? CAMP. Definition? Deliberately exaggerated and theatrical in style.
I’m not the biggest fashionista in the world, nor do I claim to be. But I do enjoy and appreciate personal style, vibes and looks. Anything can be
‘a look’ with the right attitude and confidence… in my opinion.
The Met Gala is hosted the first Monday of May every year, and ALL attendees must be approved by Anna Wintour.
Everyone who I have added to this page this week, in my opinion, slayed the theme with their look, vibe and personal style.
BEXBLAHFITNESS!
HELLO STRONG PEOPLE!
I hope you’re all having a fantastic week.
This week I want to talk about something important.
I know every week I talk about how it’s great to be fit and healthy with regards to your physical body... And it is, in a perfect world. But this week I’m going to focus on another aspect of your health that it’s important to take care of, your mental health and being happy in yourself.
The next time you find yourself scrutinising something that you think is “wrong” with your body. Maybe focus on the person and soul inside your body, other than aesthetics. Being a size 6 or 16 doesn’t determine who you are as a person and how healthy you are.
Like everyone, I’m not happy 24/7. I have struggled with body issues, image issues and everything in between. I have finished school only to come out of two separate college courses, because I wasn’t happy in either of them. It took a lot to get to where I am now. Stay positive, a positive mindset always helps.
When you are stuck in something in life that makes you that unhappy, be it a job, living situation, college course, or relationship, it is always best to take a step back and put you and your mental health first. Because if you don’t, trust me, nobody else is going to do it for you.
Talk about it. It doesn’t matter to who, just let someone else know how you’re feeling. You never know they might have the perfect solution, or at least they might make you feel a bit better. Exercise, even if it’s just going for a walk. It helps clear your head and overall you’ll feel better.
If you are upset about anything, don’t try hide it or play it down because of someone else’s opinions. It’s your life and if something is upsetting you, it’s ok to be upset. Once you know ways in which you can cheer yourself up again.
For any of you out there feeling overwhelmed because you don’t know what to do with your life or you can’t pick a college course or you’re confused as to what to do by a situation, remember, no one has all the answers. Not even the most intelligent successful person you know. Everyone just takes it one day at a time. So don’t feel anxious or pressured into doing
anything if you feel it’s not for you.
It’s your life, make a conscious decision to be the happiest, most positive person you can be.
Try not to sweat the small stuff! Life is too short to have a miserable time because you’re ‘being good’ or ‘watching your calories’. It’s all about balance, you can count calories and ‘be good’ on a night in!
*DISCLAIMER* - This post is not an AD or COLLAB. I’m just writing about this because I think it’s amazing and important and a new company like this should get recognition.
Tralee by Night...
TORQUING CARS!
CAR ADVICE WITH HONEST JOHN – YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED
SOOTABLE CASE FOR TREATMENT
My Volvo XC60 D4 manual will be 3 years old in March. On Tuesday it went to Volvo for service and for the fuel hose recall to be carried out, mileage 70,000. On Friday, 150 miles later, the engine fault light has come on. I’m awaiting a dealer call back but Internet forums suggest EGR. Can it be coincidence just after this work? And if it is the EGR can I expect Volvo to pay for it? MD, Stafford
H.J. says ..Depends what fuel you have been using. If you have been using Super Diesel, that the engine is optimised for and calibrated for, then Volvo might be sympathetic. If you have been using ordinary diesel then the problem arose from using inferior fuel in an engine with extremely sophisticated injectors. The dealer should have known and warned you.
OUT IN ALL WEATHERS
I took your advice to fit Michelin Cross Climates to my wife’s SEAT Exeo ST with great results. This car was useless in the rain and snow, before fitting the MCCs. Yet I took it out in 3 inches of snow with no problems at all. My question is, can I fit MCCs to my Freelander 2 (2014 with 235/55/19 v) as they are not on Land Rover’s “recommended” list? If not, which all season tyre would you recommend? MJ, via email
H.J. says ..Yes, you can get Michelin Cross Climate SUVs that size: 235/55 R19 105W XL. You’ll immediately notice an improvement in ride comfort and steering as well as the cold weather benefits. Manufacturer “recommended” lists are usually due to deals with tyre manufacturers.
BP CHARGEMASTER’S 150KW NETWORK TO ALLOW 30MIN ELECTRIC CAR CHARGING
The UK’s largest provider of chargepoints for electric vehicles, BP Chargemaster, has confirmed it will install a network of 400 superfast 150kW public chargepoints by 2021, with 100 being installed at 50 sites by the end of 2019. Tufan Erginbilgic, the chief executive of Downstream at BP, told BP Chargemaster’s Powering the Charge conference it would start rolling the chargers out from July, with work installing 400 units to be completed by 2021.Current rapid chargers typically replenish EV batteries at a rate of between 43kW and 50kW, while Tesla Superchargers charge at between 120 and 150 kW, depending on version.The rollout of a non-proprietary superfast EV charger network, and charging infrastructure in general, is a seen as a key requirement if the UK is to meet its climate change targets, and fulfil government promises that no new conventional petrol and diesel cars will be sold from 2040 onwards.BP Chargemaster’s announcement, coupled with Shell-Ionity’s plans to build a network of even faster 350kW chargers, is the latest sign the drive to electric power continues to gain momentum at a rate of knots. While charge times vary from EV to EV, and many of the current electric cars available are unable to accept charges at rates higher than 50kW, the latest models, such as the Audi e-tron can accept a 150kW charge, meaning around 30 minutes to be charged from 10 to 80 per cent (a typical ‘full’ charge) in around 30 minutes. Future EVs, such as the Porsche Taycan, promise to accept charges as fast as 350kW.
THE REVOLUTION STARTS NOW: VOLKSWAGEN OPENS ORDER BOOKS FOR THE ID.3
Volkswagen has confirmed the first model to be released as part of its new ID range of electric cars, and it’s called the ID.3.The Golf-sized hatchback is already available for preorder in the UK as the German brand takes a step closer to overhauling its model line-up with zero-emission cars.While the first-to-arrive launch edition models will have a price tag of around £40,000, the manufacturer states that the cheapest variant will cost less than €30,000 (£26,000).Ireland is yet to be confirmed .Three images of what the ID.3 will look like have been released, though with the car cloaked in a psychedelic camouflage to mask its body.First edition variants will have a range of 260 miles, based on the latest WLTP test, and come with 110kW fast charging as standard.A dedicated microsite was launched this week to take order for the new car, though only the first edition vehicles that will come at a fairly hefty premium.Deliveries aren’t expected to arrive until summer 2020, but customers can already get their name down for the earliest examples with a £750 deposit. Those who have put their money down will be contacted by Volkswagen in the coming weeks to confirm their intentions to buy one.Volkswagen has been forthcoming with what will be in store for customers, listing a raft of equipment that will see it hit equipment levels on par with the latest Golf.This includes satellite navigation with voice control as standard, LED matrix headlights and two-tone paint with a contrast roof colour.
The Toyota
LAUGHTER ....THE BEST MEDICINE !
AN ENGINEER DIES AND IS SENT TO HELL
He’s hot and miserable, so he decides to take action. The A/C has been busted for a long time, so he fixes it. Things cool down quickly. The moving walkway motor jammed, so he un-jams it. People can get from place to place more easily. The TV was grainy and unclear, so he fixes the connection to the Satellite dish and now they get hundreds of high def channels. One day, God decides to look down on Hell to see how his grand design is working out and notices that everyone is happy and enjoying umbrella drinks. He asks the Devil what’s up? The Devil says, “Things are great down here since you sent us an engineer.” “What?” says God. “An engineer? I didn’t send you one of those. That must have been a mistake. Send him upstairs immediately.” The Devil responds, “No way. We want to keep our engineer. We like him.” God demands, “If you don’t send him to me immediately, I’ll sue!” The Devil laughs. “Where are YOU going to get a lawyer?”
IF WE WIN THE JACKPOT I’LL GET COSMETIC SURGERY “, THE WIFE SAID
-”If we win the jackpot I’ll get new tires for the car”, the husband answered -”What’s the point of wasting so much effort on the old car when you can get a new one?” -”Exactly”
ON HER DEATH BED, THE LAST WORDS THAT MY GRANDMA TOLD MY GRANDPA WAS, “HONEY, I’LL SEE YOU IN HEAVEN!”
Since then, he’s been kicking puppies and robbing stores every day.
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE FIRST HONEYMOON AND THE SECOND?
First honeymoon, Niagara. Second honeymoon, Viagra.
WHY DID THE OWNER OF THE LIQUOR STORE LOVE THIEVES?
They always lifted his spirits
WHICH ONE OF KING ARTHUR’S KNIGHTS BUILT THE ROUND TABLE?
Sir Cumference
MY BOSS ARRIVED TO WORK IN BRAND NEW LAMBO..
My boss arrived at work in a brand new Lamborghini. I said wow that’s an amazing car! He eplied: “if you ork hard enough, put all your hours in, and strive for excellence, I’ll get another one by next Month!”
WHY DOESN’T TRUMP WEAR GLASSES?
THE OTHER DAY, MY WIFE ASKED ME TO PASS HER LIPSTICK BUT I ACCIDENTALLY PASSED HER A GLUE STICK. ACCIDENTALLY
passed her a glue stick.She still isn’t talking to me..
He already has Russian contacts.
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UNSUNG VOLUNTEERS ALLOW US TO ENJOY A FANTASTIC FEW WEEKS OF SPORT:
Having been involved, from a media point of view, in three big sporting events over the last few weeks it was wonderful to once again see the huge amount of people who were working as volunteers.
Those events were the Rally of the Lakes, Ras Mumhan and Circuit of Kerry Rally. And there were lots of other events like the run by the Austin Stacks yesterday, the Park runs etc that all depended on volunteers.
A stat from Ras Mumhan Race Director Tadgh Moriarty enforced the value of volunteers to me. He said that for each rider in the Ras 1 volunteer / race official was needed to keep the Ras on the road. Therefore the organisers needed and got up to 100 volunteers each day. From a Tralee point of view anyone who went to any of the Garvey’s Tralee Warriors home game will have seen how hard their volunteers worked at each game – the majority of which were sold out. Add to this those that are out at gates of clubs all over Kerry each week and I could go on and on. I have said before that we should celebrate our volunteers with some kind of end of season event. This is something we will return to again but if anyone has any idea please send them into us.
But for now I just want to pay tribute to everyone who is reading this column and volunteers in any way in any sport. Thank you from the fans for ensuring our favourites sports can go one week after week.
AT THE TRACK:
This Friday night at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium it’s the second round heats of the Lee Strand 550 yards plus supporting 12 dog Lee Strand stakes.
On Saturday night there is a fundraiser for the Tralee Chernobyl Children’s Fund, the final of the Kingdom Stadium Novice 525 yards and the first round heats of the Kingdom Stadium Novice 325 yards stake.
Entries are now being accepted for the Kerry Group A3 confined 525 yards Club Championship
which starts on Friday May 24th and the KGOBA Novice 750 yards beginning on Saturday May 25th. All entries must go to the racing office on 061 448057.
TRALEE DYNAMOS CHURCH GATE COLLECTION:
Tralee Dynamos are holding their Annual Church Gate Collection this weekend on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th. They are hoping that as many past and present members of the club will give a hand. Members wishing to help out are asked to be at the church gates 30 minutes before Mass begins. This is one of the main fundraisers for the club with the money going to help cover the maintenance costs of both Cahermoneen and the Low Field in Basin View. All contributions will be greatly appreciated.
The club is also due to play one of its biggest games in a while when they take on neighbours St Brendan’s Park in an eagerly awaited Greyhound Bar Cup semifinal. The winners will face Killarney Celtic in the Kerry District Leagues blue ribbon Cup competition.
LEAGUE OF IRELAND SIDES BACK IN ACTION:
Kerry’s 13’s and 15’s League of Ireland sides are in action this weekend with both taking on Limerick. The 13’s had a very impressive 2-0 win over Athlone in their re-arranged game at Mounthawk Park and will take that confidence into their game which is on in Rathkeale at 2pm. At the same time the 15’s are in Mounthawk Park and the sit in an impressive second place on the League table just three behind leaders Cork City. In the previous round of matches Kerry won away at Galway with Limerick going down at home to Athlone. A win in this game would cement a top two place for the Kerry boys with three League games left. The Kerry 17’s make the trip to Dublin to take on Cabinteely FC while the 19’s were in action in mid-week when they took on Cobh Ramblers in the first round of the Enda McGuill Cup.
TRALEE CREWS DO WELL IN RALLY OF THE LAKES:
The 40th Anniversary Cartell.ie Rally of the Lakes drew huge crowds to the iconic stages.
And the organisers and fans were delighted to see for the first time a Killarney man on the top step of the podium. 5 time World Rally Championship winning co-driver Paul Nagle has teamed up with Craig Breen, who also has WRC experience, this season and the duo have now won 5 of the 6 rallies they have competed in including the first four rounds of the Tarmac Rally Championship and a round of the Italian Rally Championship. After a great battle all weekend the duo had a cushion of 14.9 seconds in their Ford Fiesta R5 at the end of the 16 stages.
From a Kerry Motor Club point of view Darren Young and Kenneth Quirke finished 14th in the National Rally championship and second in Class 11F in their Civic. Mike Dowling and Declan Casey were 28th in their Mark 1 Escort. Amongst the many impressive Kerry performances was that of Tommy Commane who took 7th in the Historic section alongside Philip McKibbin in the Ford Escort Mk1.
KERRY FAMILIES WANTED FOR ‘IRELAND’S FITTEST FAMILIES’:
The popular television show ‘Ireland’s Fittest Family’ is looking for participants to take part this year. Kerry families will battle those from around the country for a e15,000 prize fund and the overall title.
This is the seventh season of the show where the coaches will once again be Davy Fitzgerald, Derval O’Rourke, Anna Geary and Donncha O’Callaghan. So far only two Kerry families have made the televised stages – the O’Mahonys who went out in the first round and the Pierce family who got the semi-finals last year. The series will be shot from July to September and any interested families should contact rte. ie/irelandsfittestfamily or call 015313933.
FORMATS?
a quiet one for the 17’s age group. But one must ask if organising a competition with a format that has no similarities to the full game the way to go? Is it a sign of the GAA being worried about players playing other sports and maybe not going back to football? And where does this format stand in the ‘player burn-out’ debate?
NA GAEIL THE JUNIOR CHAMPIONS:
I am sure the celebrations are still going on in Na Gaeil after they have been crowned Kerry Premier Junior Champions defeating St Senan’s. This was their first ever win at this level after a number of disappointments and they will now represent the county when the Provincial and All Ireland section of the competitions begins after the summer.
The old saying of goals win games was certainly through and when Jack Barry hit the net on the stroke of half time Na Gaeil took a 6 point lead into the break. And while they didn’t hit the net again they tagged on a number of points to win comfortably 3-13 to 1-09.
The Tom Keane Memorial Cup is now proudly in the club’s trophy cabinet and what was a very impressive all round display. Next up for Na Gaeil is their Round 3 Division 1 County League game away to Templenoe this Saturday at 7pm.
In the rest of the club’s news plans are at an advanced stage for the Golf Classic which takes place on O’Mahony’s Point Killarney on Friday May 31st. The big one is the Toyota Yaris for a hole-in-one on the 18th green in conjunction with Kelliher’s Toyota Garage, Tralee. Teams cost e400 including a meal afterwards and tee box sponsorship is also available for e100.
Coiste na nOg Quiz – a quiz to raised funds for Coiste na nOg will be held in the clubhouse on Friday May 17th starting at 8.30pm with teams of 4 costing e40.
The club is hosting a Light Football men’s and Gaelic for Mothers programmes for those who want to enjoy the sport without competitive edge. The men train on Monday and Friday nights with the women training on Wednesday and Sunday evenings.
Lotto: There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 9,10, 12 and 27 with the next jackpot being e2,800.
I see from a number of the GAA Club notes that there will be an u17 9-a-side competition. I have to say it is interesting to see the GAA taking formats from other sports. Soccer has always had 9-a-side games as did rugby. Now the GAA will argue that no sport ‘owns’ and format and they are right. But it is obvious that this format is being used to try and keep players playing some form of Gaelic football – the June period is
ST PAT’S NEWS:
There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 1,2,7 and 16 with the next jackpot being e5,800 and the draw taking place in Skelper Quane’s bar.
Those planning on taking part in the Dingle Way Challenge on June 2nd should have registered by now for the route they are planning to complete.
In the Juvenile Academy the u6’s put in a great session with the players enjoying their little box games. In a tough week to decide
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the title of Player of the Week went to Paddy Costello.
The u8’s put in a great session with their ball handling and kicking skills really improving. The Player of the Week award went to Bruce McMillan. The club will host the u8 Go Games with a number of clubs taking part on Thursday May 16th. On Sunday May 26th the u8’s will host Listry u8’s which will be a curtain raiser for the County League game which will be a memorable day for the young players.
The u10’s were also having their weekly training session with a number of the girl s also impressing especially Chloe who was named the Player of the Week.
The u12’s were at home to Asdee/ Ballylongford and the game proved to be a very enjoyable affair. The win completes the first phase of the County League with phase two starting in a few weeks. Players will be sent the training schedule over the next few weeks.
U14 Girls: Our U14 girls play their round 3 Non County Player County League this Friday, the 10th May, when they make the short trip to Ballymac with a throw-in time of 6pm while the u14 Boys went down to table-toppers Annascaul/ Lispole ending their County League.
The u16’s went down at home to Castleisland Desmonds in the Central Region and were due to play their last game against Ballyheigue in mid-week. This Junior League commences on Friday 17th May with games at 7.30 pm and St Pats have been drawn in Group 3 with An Ghaeltacht, Milltown Castlemaine C, Castlegregory, Keel and Dingle C. And its Keel that are first up. After a few weeks break the seniors are back in County League action this Saturday when they travel away to Ballydonoghue at 7pm. The St Pat’s Cul Camp will take place from August 5th to 9th from 10am each day and bookings are no open with participants also getting gear and a backpack.
KERINS O’RAHILLYS NEWS:
The seniors are back in Round 3 County League action when they host Rathmore in a big game for both sides. The game is scheduled for this Saturday at 7pm but keep an eye for changes.
The B’s have two wins from two and host a tough and also unbeaten Scartaglin side. The game is set for 2pm on Sunday.
The Donal Walsh Live Life Tournament was a great success with teams and a huge crowd of spectators in Ballyrickard and in Strand Road. As well as the games the mental fitness interactive workshop, facilitated by Dr Susan Lawlor gave all involved some very important tips to maintain a good mental health.
On the field enjoyed a successful round of games in the Group stages and then saw off Laune Rangers in the final to win back to back titles. The cup and medals were presented by Kerry county player and O’Rahilly’s clubman, Gavin O Brien. Man of the match was Ben Hanafin and Player of
the tournament went to Dara O’Connor.
It was a great day and please God it will get bigger and better each year to help carry the memory and the positive message of a great young person in Donal Walsh. In the Juvenile Academy there was a great turn-out on Sunday will all ages training hard and showing some great developments skill wise. The Player of the Week were named as U6 Boys - Evan O’ Connor, U6 Girls - Alice O’Sullivan U8 Girls - Ava O’Donoghue, U8 Boys – Tomas Bailey-Kelliher and Kyle Smith, U10 Boys - Adam Molloy and in the U10’s GirlsAnna Corridan.
The u12 Boys proved to be too strong in their final County League Phase 1 game against Castleisland and Phase 2 will begin in a few weeks. The u14’s travelled to Dingle and the home side were the fastest out of the blocks leading 2-04 to 0-01 at the break. The team was missing a few regulars and Dingle took the win. They will train this week ahead of Sunday’s Town League final against John Mitches which is scheduled to throw-in at 3pm in Caherslee. The u16’s were due to play their County League semi-final in midweek at home to An Gaeltacht. In the Ladies Section the club is delighted to have been awarded the Amber Flag. The club is one of the first to achieve this. The interactive workshops run by Dr Susan Lawlor will continue.
The u12 girls were away to Miltown/Listry in mid-week with the u14’s travelling to Castleisland in the County League Division 2 and a late goal from Sophie Hassett winning the game for the away side. Their next game will see them welcome Fossa to Ballyrickard in the non-county player Co League. The u16 Girls took on Dr Crokes in mid-week while the Junior Ladies continue to train on Tuesdays and Thursdays ahead of their next Co League game.
All registrations are now due to be paid with May the 24th the deadline.
KERRY LADIES FUNDRAISER:
The Kerry Ladies are hoping for a big turn-out for their fundraising Night at the Dogs on Saturday May 25th at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium. It will be a great night at the track with a number of communions booked in so there will be face painting, bouncing castles, music and auctions.
BALLYMAC NEWS:
The Ballymac seniors will be at home this Sunday when the County Senior League returns. They will take on Dr Crokes B with the game due to throw in at 2pm.
The Juniors will be in a group that includes St Michael’s Foilmore, Cromane, Currow, Firies, and Listry in their County League which begins on Friday May 17th with St Michael’s Foilmore the first opponents.
The u17’s will play in the 9-a-side club championship that runs from mid to early June. The u16’s went down to Austin Stacks in Round 5 of the Central League Division 1.
However the boys can be happy in winning 3 of their 5 games in the top Division and qualifying for semi-final. In this they hosted Na Gaeil winning easily. They now have the Castleialand District A final and the Central Region finals to play before their County League which begins in June.
The u15’s were in the Donal Walsh Tournament in Tralee and enjoyed their games while the u14’s wen t to Castlegregory knowing that a win would qualify them for the semi-final. In the end it was an easy win and they will now face Beaufort in that Last 4 encounter.
The two u12 sides played their final phase one League games with the Blue side going down to a strong Stacks side but the can look forward to Phase 2. The Gold side saw off the same competition to win the Division 1B section.
There were lots of impressive performances in the Academy with Daithi O’Connor being named the U8 Player of the Week.
The club is delighted to have players on a number of County squads and Development squads at the moment. All these players deserve their selections and are a credit to the club and its coaches.
In the female section of the club the Ladies defeated Rathmore B in the Mary Jo Curran competition. The u14 girls won a high scoring games against the Stacks getting victory on a 2-17 to 5-05 score line.
The club is delighted for that team that won Gold Medals in the Community Games and can now look forward to the finals.
Lotto – there was no winner of the jackpot with the numbers drawn 14.17.25 and 28. The next jackpot was e2,700.
STACKS JUNIOR NEWS:
The strength of the underage section was shown with three u12 Rockie teams in action.
In Division 1A Ballymac were the visitors and expected to be tough opponents but the Black and Amber boys enjoyed a very impressive win. This was their third successive County Final victory.
The B’s staged a great comeback but just ran out of time against Ballymac B and on Monday the Division 9 went west to take on An Daingean who just about got the win.
This Sunday a huge crowd will be heading to Dublin where the Stacks will have 2 teams in the Kilmacud Crokes annual Blitz featuring 4 teams from each province.
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TO HOST
BOB CASEY OPENER:
THIS past Bank Holiday Weekend saw the first ever staging of an Open Three Ball Scramble by the Kerry County Board PPUI as the Paul O’Sullivan Memorial Shield was contested for in Newmarket. Just under 70 cards were played in a successful opening year for the event as the local trio of Padraig O’Flynn, Ben Newman & Jeremiah Lane were victories by two-thirds of a shot with a score of 29 1/3. Second in the Nett section went to the Charleville trio of Dom Kavanagh, Joe Mulvihill and Charlie McCarthy with a score of 30 as the Gross prize went to Tralee trio Jason Cregan, Eamon Sheehy and Alan Hobbart with a score of 37, 17 under par, one ahead of Bruff trio Thomas Hanley, Martin Keohane and Patsy Farrell with a score of 38. The presentation of prizes is due to take place in Newmarket itself on the final night of the Bob Casey Tournament on Tuesday June 11th. The Bob Casey itself gets underway next Tuesday night itself, May 14th, with a change of venue as Tralee will host the first night now in place of Listowel who are going third now with Deerpark second. Everyone asked to be present for 6.30pm for a 7pm shotgun start. Entry is €5 per night with a fee of €10 for the entire tournament. A club’s counting score will be based on one gross and four nett with players asked to declare which they want to be assessed on (gross or nett) beforehand. Dress code is in effect for the entirety of the event. This Friday sees three teams from St Brendan’s College Killarney take part in the Munster Secondary Schools event in Larkspur Park in Cashel and the County Board wishes all three the very best of luck. Saturday in Rocklodge, Cork meanwhile sees the draws for the PPUI National and Provincial Adult Matchplay Championships take place where Kerry competitors will learn their opponents for the Finals of both events.
On the Green: Castleisland – The winners of the Senior competitions were Willie Galvin from Des Byrne and Ben Foley. The 9 hole competition’s top three were the same players but it was Foley that took the win from Byrne and Galvin.
The Mixed Scramble went to Seamie O’Neill and Liam Sweeney ahead of Jer Long, Marie Gleeson and Mary O’Sullivan.
In the Dick Fitzgerald Open Weekend the fourball went to Maria C O’Connor and Kadie Colbert while the overall singles winners were Tone Brosnan and Liam Martin.
IN MEMORIAM SECTION
PRAY TO ST. EXPEDITE
Saint Expedite, Noble Roman youth, martyr l You who quickly brings things to pass You who never delays, I come to you I need (Clearly express what you want and ask him to find a way to get it to you) Do this for me, Saint Expedite, and when it is accomplished, l will as rapidly reply with an offering to you (State your vow or promise) Be quick. Saint Expedite! Grant my wish before your candle burns out and I will glorify your name Amen. Thank you St. Expedite for answering my request. I promise publication to spread your devotion. For anyone in need say this prayer and your request will be granted. My request was granted M.O.T.
