& welcome back to 'Create with Rebecca', a page where I will be talking ALL things social media! (yaaaaaaay!) This column will be especially helpful for those in business looking to navigate the world of social media for their business I will be simplifying EVERYTHING as well as giving my top tips.
Oh, by the way I can edit videos, advise you on social media & create a new vibe for your brand! (Aka video editor, social media consultant & graphic designer) - so I know what I'm talking about!
HOW TO LEARN TO USE SOCIAL MEDIA AND WHY IT IS IMPORTANT
The world is changing... everyday... and fast. It can seem overwhelming and to be honest, confusing when someone mentions the latest TikTok trend or social media business strategy
If social media is not your forté and you grew up without internet connection, it could be a bit daunting to enter the world of social media or at least become literate in it.
So how do you learn to use social media and why is it important?
The how, well use it The best way to learn how to do something is by doing and consuming it You don't learn to drive by reading books about a car, you get driving lessons. So, download the most popular apps and play around with them Press all the buttons, google what each feature means and don't be afraid to do something wrong YouTube is a fantastic resource for videos explaining how to do certain things or what they are, use it. Secondly... consume. Look at what other people are posting, enjoy the trends and be aware of how other people use the social media platform in question The more you consume it, the more you will understand
The why? Because why disrespect yourself like that? The world is changing, everyday, and why should you deny yourself the privilege of all of the new technology available to you. You deserve to be able to use all of the new technology without hassle, you just have to believe in yourself
Technology isn't scary, it's fun and can benefit you and your business in many ways
For more information on what I do or if you are interested in any of my social media service: I offer 1:1 consultation calls, video editing, graphic design and more, you can follow @create.socialmedia on instagram or email me: createtralee@gmail.com to book a call!
Cosmetic and Hair Restoration Clinic (CHRC)
MINIMALLY INVASIVE HAIR RESTORATION
The Bon Secours Hospital Tralee is the only healthcare provider in Ireland to hold the ARTAS® iX robotic hair restoration device which is an advanced, minimally invasive hair transplant system that uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to deliver precise, natural-looking results without leaving a linear scar.
*Before/after ARTAS® iX hair restoration procedure.
We provide non-invasive treatments for the following aesthetic concerns: NON-INVASIVE FACE AND BODY TREATMENTS
Active acne/inflammation
Cellulite
Enlarged pores
Fine lines/wrinkles
Rosacea/pigmentation
Skin laxity (loose skin)
Sun damage/brown spots
Stubborn fat
Scarring/acne scarring
Visible veins/spider veins
We provide a range of professional peels and medical grade skincare products at the CHRC.
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE
Photos by John Cleary
ABOVE: Support for Coffee Morning at the Grand Hotel on Thursday morning in aid of the Kerry Hospice Foundation, from left Eileen Dillane, Evelyn Doody KHF, Eileen Egan Manageress, Mary Shanahar Sec Kerry Hospice Foundation and Ellen Hughesman, Tralee.
ABOVE: Five surviving members of the Kerry team who celebrated the diamond jubilee of their 1961 All-Ireland junior hurling victory at a dinner in Kate Browne's Restaurant, Ardfert, on Friday night last, October 1-the exact date of the final 60 years ago against reigning AllIreland champions London in Austin Stack Park, Tralee. It was the first All-Ireland hurling title in any grade to be won by Kerry since the historic senior victory of 1891. From left Billy McCarthy, Niall Sheehy, John Barry, Johnny Culloty and David Lucid.
ABOVE: Pictured at a diamond jubilee dinner in Kate Browne's Restaurant, Ardfert, for surviving members of the 1961 Kerry team which won the All-Ireland junior hurling title bringing the first All-Ireland hurling title to the Kingdom since the historic senior victory of 1891. From left; Mrs Beatrice Sheehy, Mrs Shandy Lucid, Mrs Liz Barry and Mrs Joan Culloty.
ABOVE: A cheque for 1,410 EURO was presented by Brenda O'Connor, Ardfert and her daughter Nicole who organized the Coffee Evening at Banna Beach Hotel for the Kerry Hospice Foundation, on left Mary Shanahan Sec Kerry Hospice Foundation.
ABOVE: The Hillard family Castlegregory, presented a cheque for 6,546-93 EURO in 'memory of Jessi Hillard' to the Kerry Hospice Foundation, from left Mary Shanahan Sec The Kerry Hospice Foundation, William Hillard, Isobel Hillard, C. J. Hillard, Julie Byrne-Hillard, Sinead Hillard and Consultant Dr. Patricia Sheahan.
AND NOW FOR THE GOOD NEWS...
from The Tralee Advertiser Team and Tralee Chamber Alliance
Town Centre To Welcome Meet Me At Phillies, Where Good Food Doesn’t Cost The Earth
By Georgie Downes
If you’re concerned about the environment (who isn’t?) and you want to reduce your carbon footprint (naturally) and you love a good takeaway from time to time (who doesn’t?) then rejoice; Meet Me At Phillies, the incredibly woke takeaway and brain child of business partners Shane Scanlon and Brian Harmon, is due to open a new premises in Tralee town centre on 11th October, raising the bar for take-aways everywhere.
The pair, friends since college, have finally realised their shared vision to create a fast-food restaurant in the town centre that uses nothing but fresh, locally-sourced organic ingredients while their environmental ideals mean single-use plastics and Styrofoam are out and fully compostable sugarcane boxes are in. The mouth-watering menu features succulent Black Angus beef burgers, golden free-range-chicken goujons and chunky chips made fresh from real potatoes. Plus, Meet Me At Phillies deliver, so you don’t even have to leave the house to get your hands on
their delicious fare.
What began as a mobile takeaway operating from a trailer during lockdown has evolved into a sustainable business that continues to go from strength to strength.
“We bought the trailer in 2019. We wanted to serve superior fast-food. Business boomed then we found a permanent premises in Caheranne, so we sold the trailer. We made the decision to move into the town centre six months ago and now it’s finally happening,” says Shane, who’s been working around the clock to get the new premises in Abbey Court ready for the big day.
“I was inspired by the film Chef,” he laughs, explaining his decision to do culinary studies at MTU, but he also credits his Aunt Charlotte Cluskey, a seasoned chef and former restaurant owner, for teaching him how to cook.
“Our ethos is good food at a fair price. It’s fast food but cooked to order so it’s always fresh and we are genuinely passionate about that,” he says.
We could all use a bit of gourmet sustainability so best of luck and congratulations to Shane and Brian. Meet Me At Phillies will open from 12pm daily, specialising in school lunches, and stay open until 12.30am. Deliveries from 4pm. See you there!
David Lucid Leads his Squad of U7s to Start the Tralee Parnells Run4Pieta Event in Caherslee
Diarmuid and Eoin Reilly, Danny Brick and Micheal Cassidy take part in Tralee Parnells Run4Pieta Event in Caherslee
Sean OConnor and Dermot Reen take part in Tralee Parnells Run4Pieta Event in Caherslee
Tralee Parnells U12 Girls at their Run4Pieta Event on Saturday
Tralee Parnells U13 Boys Win The St Patricks GAA Invitational Cup
Tralee Parnell Camogie Players Held a Rounders4Pieta Game on Saturday Evening
Ryles Remedies by Mike and Gráinne Ryle
The Head to Tail of Autumn Infestations!
I covered headlice in my last column, so now it’s time to move down along the body and talk a little bit about how to deal with some other pesky critters seen at this time of the year!
Worms:
The first sign of worms is often an itchy bum, particularly at night. This can disturb sleep and lead to unexpected bed wetting; more established infection might result in visible worms in the faeces (yuck!). While it is possible to contract worms from household pets, more often than not they are actually spread by ingestion of the eggs on contaminated food. For this reason they are difficult to prevent but hygiene is key. If you suspect worms, call to your pharmacy to chat about treatment options. Vermox (liquid or tablets) are the main stay of worm treatment, readily available and easy to use.
If you are pregnant, or suspect that a child under two years of age has worms, you will need to see your GP. Otherwise, Vermox are suitable and extra hygiene measures should be followed for two weeks, including: frequent washing & scrubbing, short nails, cleaning bedwear.
Scabies:
Tralee has also seen an outbreak of scabies these past couple of weeks. While scabies are an unpleasant condition, they are not serious and are easy to treat. If you suspect that you have scabies, call to your pharmacy where we can recommend the best treatment option. Bear in mind that they can be quite contagious, so avoid close skin contact with anyone until you have a confirmed diagnosis.
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Chicken fajita pasta bake
We’ve given a comforting family favourite a spicy Mexican-style twist! (6 Syns per serving, 1 hour 10 minutes, Serves 4)
Deduct 6 Syns if using Cheddar reduced fat/light as a Healthy Extra ‘a’ choice.
*Spice blends are Free so long as they’re made from herbs and spices only and don’t include any Synned ingredients like sugar, flour or oil. Check the label to be sure and count the Syns as necessary.
Ingredients
• Low-calorie cooking spray
• 2 red onions, finely sliced
• 2 peppers, any colour, deseeded and sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 tsp fajita seasoning* (see tip)
• 680g jar passata
• 1 chicken stock cube
• 300g dried paccheri or rigatoni pasta
• 4 skinless and boneless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
• 160g mature reduced-fat Cheddar, grated
• Mixed-leaf salad, to serve
Method
Preheat your oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/gas 6. Spray a large, deep non-stick frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat. Fry the onions and peppers for 8-10 minutes, or until so ened and a little coloured. Add the garlic and fajita seasoning with a splash of water, and fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Add 480g of the passata, the stock cube and 250ml boiling water. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes. Season to taste. Meanwhile, boil the pasta for 3 minutes less than the pack instructions (it will finish cooking in the oven), then drain well. Add the chicken to the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Toss the pasta through the sauce, then transfer to a 25cm x 30cm baking dish. Season the remaining passata, spoon it over the pasta, then scatter the cheese evenly over the top. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and crisp, and the sauce is bubbling around the edges. Leave to stand for 5 minutes, then divide between 4 plates and serve with the mixed-leaf salad.
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current market outlook...
LOCAL PROPERTY TAX
I received a letter regarding Local Property Tax and was taken aback by the valuation band which I fall into as it assumes the value of my home to be considerably more than what we consider to be market value.
What can we do about this?
On another note we did build a ‘Granny-Flat’ to the rear of
the home – does this affect the valuation? Thank you, Catherine and Joe
Hi Catherine. Thank you for making contact. Let us start with the good news…If you are not happy with the assumed valuation you are in a position to contest this and it must be done in writing. The onus will be on you to be able to show that similar properties in the area have sold or are advertised at a level which suggests that the value assumed for your home exceeds the current market.
visit one of many property price registers online and to check asking prices you will simply log onto daft. ie or myhome.ie and see if a neighbouring home, of similar size and finish is advertised. Of course you can also get a licensed estate agent in your area to value your property.
Now for the bad news…
The easiest way to check sale prices would be to
The ‘Granny Flat’ that you built DOES affect the Local Property Tax payable. Any building or section of building that could be used as a dwelling is deemed a separate residential property for LPT purposes as far as Revenue are concerned. If you own both the Granny-Flat and the main property Revenue may allow both buildings to be valued as one property for LPT purposes.
Do some research but when making your submission ensure all information provided is accurate as you do not want this coming back to you down the line.
Tommy Carmody’s Property House can carry out a valuation for you if needs be and we offer a service where we will have your valuation back to you within 48 hours of visiting your property.
Speak soon, hopefully.
Peloton backpedals to smaller Cork Support Office
GLOBAL exercise
equipment giant Peloton has backpedalled on Cork city office plans it had earlier this year, for 70,000-80,000 sq ft of space, for c 700 employees. Now, on the back of poor Q4 2021 financial figures, and some treadmill product recalls, it has scaled back its hunt for offices in Cork city.
Sources say it is currently seeking a significantly reduced presence for the moment, put at between 10,000 to 20,000 sq ft, with the option/scope to scale up to as much as 50,000 sq ft in the short to medium term.But, despite the poor financials and a tapering off of demand for home exercise equipment, which had topped $1bn at the pandemic’s height, it’s understood Peloton is still committed to a customer
support presence in Cork, with the search for offices in the city centre currently ongoing via retained agents CBRE.
Peloton had been advancing discussions on new offices at Cork’s Navigation Square, after news broke before summer of its wish for 70,000 sq ft, or more via CBRE, with Savills acting for developers O’Callaghan Properties.
It’s still expected that Peloton will commit to Cork offices, by this year’s end, sources indicate.The news of Peloton’s scaled-back offices requirement comes after Facebook also put on hold an inquiry for accommodation for up to 1,000 employees in Cork, where it currently has a subsidiary Oculus VR.
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• Boost your self-confidence and self esteem
• Develop awareness of your negative beliefs
• Master your emotions and free yourself from the past
• Love yourself, while loving others more deeply
• Identify your family dynamics and obstacles on the flow of love
• Work on your body, your mind, your emotions and your heart to transform your life
• Learn to use the affirmations
• Discover the joy of being creative and the magic of becoming yourself
Minister Foley welcomes significant investment in Kerry under NDP Plan
Minister for Education and Kerry TD Norma Foley welcomes Government’s National Development Plan, which details significant investment in Kerry infrastructure from 2021 to 2030.
Minister Foley said: “I welcome this plan which will be the largest and most ambitious ever delivered in Ireland.
Connectivity is at the heart of the plan with investment in a number of key strategic road arteries across the county. Significant capital investment will see also major investment in MTU Kerry Campus’s STEM Building project.”
Kerry’s road network is a key backbone for connectivity and under this plan they will continue to strengthen and improve.
Among the key initiatives featured in this new plan are:
• The N69 Listowel Bypass, The N22 Farranfore to Killarney project, The Tralee Northern Relief Road.
Greenways are equally important to the Kerry landscape and we look forward to completion of the Listowel and Tralee/Fenit Greenways in the coming months.
The NDP also specifically addresses the potential to link the North and South Kerry Greenways which will enhance and develop these projects to their fullest extent possible.
A state of the art campus as part of the MTU Kerry Campus Stem Building project will benefit the entire country.
This building will increase the capacity of the MTU Kerry Campus by 440 students; it will include labs, classrooms and agri-engineering workshop spaces.
Provision of either new or refurbishment works are also included for Tralee Courthouse.
A capital investment programme will be carried out at Dingle Harbour encompassing ongoing safety and maintenance
Capital projects in the area of aquaculture are included for Fenit, a Local Authority owned
Harbour.
Regional Airports that facilitate international connectivity like Kerry Airport are eligible to apply for grant aid under the new 2021 – 2025 Programme. Heritage funding will also support the high-quality care
conservation, promotion and sensitive refurbishment and development of OPW visitor infrastructure like Skellig Michael and the Valentia Cable Station.
Fair Day in Castlemaine in memory of John!
Castlemaine Events
Committee will host the revival of Castlemaine Fair Day on Sunday October 10th in memory of the late John O’Donoghue.
The location of the Sheep Fair will be in Griffin's Car Park and it will get underway from 10:00am.The event and its proceeds will be in aid of Kerry Hospice whilst there will also be an auction on the day where the donation of animals is welcome.
John O’Donoghue who was known all over resided in the heart of Castlemaine Village and was born on January 21st 1965 which ironically happened to coincide with a staging of the old Castlemaine Fair Day so it felt appropriate to mark John’s lifetime love of attending fairs and being an integral part of the farming community by bringing back the old fair day in his honour Speaking about the event, John’s daughter Cathy said:
“The fair day was an annual event in Castlemaine but it died out in the 90s. John loved to attend the fair days throughout the county and was well known as the custom of attending the fairs was passed onto John from his father Denis. I along with his good friend Pat O Keeffe felt a fair day was a lovely way to celebrate John’s life whilst also raising money for Kerry Hospice due to his passion for farming and his love of a fair day .It was a huge shock to John, his family and friends when he was diagnosed with terminal bowel cancer in May 2019. His life was cut short as 7 months after that he died in the Palliative Care Unit on the 13th of January 2020.The care and support provided from the palliative care team was so amazing that it feels very right to give something back and I hope that we can raise as much money as possible on the day for such a wonderful service here in the heart of
Kerry. It is great to have the Castlemaine Events Committee on board to help with the planning of the event. If this event runs successfully, we would love to see it as an annual event as not only does it help raise money for the wonderful service of the Kerry Hospice it will also help keep my father’s memory alive.”
Cathy concluded. All queries surrounding the Fair Day can be directed
to Castlemaine Events Committee by contacting 087-2549116 and further information is also available on the committee’s Facebook page.
Network Kerry currently have vacancies for our QQI Level 4/5 Sporting Chance Programme.
Garvey's Tralee Warriors launch season with local derby this Saturday night
Garvey’s Tralee Warriors officially launched their 2021/2022 season in the Tralee Sports Complex in Tralee on Monday night. The 2019 Super League champions took time out from their preparations for the season opener against local rivals Team 360 Financial Killorglin in the Tralee Sports Complex on Saturday night to mark the start of the new campaign.
The new players added to the squad during the off season were formally introduced and welcomed to the club including new American Aaron Calixte playing out of Oklahoma University, Croatian Nikola Roso who played last season with ASD Svincollati Mizzola in Italy and Latvian Rolands Elksnis who comes in to the Warriors fold after a stint with Manchester Giants in the UK. A number of the Warriors U20s have also stepped up to the
senior ranks including Steven Bowler, James Fernane, Keelan Crowe, Ziggy Kaletka and Fleming brothers Aaron and Padraig. They join the Warriors regulars of Kieran Donaghy, Darragh O’Hanlon, Eoin Quigley and team captain Fergal O’Sullivan in a squad that shows a perfect blend of youth and experience. The team is coached by John Dowling with associate coach Gareth Moore and assistant coach Jimmy Diggins, and the team is managed by Kathleen Collins. In his address to the assembled players, coaching staff, committee members, press, sponsors and friends of the club, Chairman Terry O’Brien thanked the main sponsors, the Garvey Group for their continued support and said the club is looking forward to welcoming supporters back to the Complex on Saturday night.
The Warriors Chairman
reflected the excitement that is building ahead of the opening game of the season, ‘We never thought we would see this day again when we could welcome our faithful fans to a Warriors game in the Complex. The town and county is buzzing with anticipation for the opening game of the season and everyone is raring to go’ he said.
Kerry Samaritans & Kerry Hospice Cycle Event is Tomorrow...
You can still register on Saturday Morning! See page 17
No its not too late to take part ! What could be better than a lovely cycle with a few friends back West this Saturday morning, good refreshments provided and a lively BBQ afterwards in John Mitchells Complex and all while supporting two of Kerrys most worthy Organisations Kerry Samaritans and Kerry Hospice ...All you need to do is make your way up to John Mitchells Complex tomorrow (Saturday morning ) between 8am and 9am and register for €40 ....All of the proceeds will go to these organisations ...Speaking to one of the organisers Michael Mannix , here is the latest update "There will be two separate groups ,leaving with a 15 min gap.
First off by 9.15am and I expect riders retuning by 2 to 2.30pm.We have moto marshals, Garda escort, Ambulance and back up service to ensure every cyclist is looked after. as well as
mechanics on call along the route . There appears to be a lot of goodwill out there for the event and the organisations and the people involved , many who are volunteers ! As a lot of our participants are travelling from afar to take part in one of the last events of the year as well as strong local support .All cyclists are covered on the day with insurance so they do not need to be a member of Cycling Ireland to participate . Food stops are now confirmed for Lidl in Dingle for the longer 125km route where Lidl are providing refreshments complementary to all.And At Inch community hall for the shorter 75km route. We have loads of food with a most generous response from all the suppliers that we contacted.We are extremely grateful for this .Also we are asking anyone who wishes to subscribe to do so by sending any amount to the Samaritans office at Moyderwell.
We are now taking bookings also on the Saturday morning between 8 &9am so we need to get that message out there.So please everyone . tell someone else about this great event .And of course
we will have the well known
creating a lively atmosphere with great music and requests at the After Cycle BBQ from 2pm onwards
Aaron Fleming, James Fernane, Olaf Michalcuk, Fergal O'Sullivan, Aaron Calixte and Zygimanlas Kalotka. Back,: Paul Garvey (Garvey's Listowel), John Dowling (Coach), Kieran Donaghy, Steven Bowler, Tomás Garvey (Garvey's), Padraig Fleming, Nikola Roso, Keelan Crowe, Ronalds Elksnis, Dara O'hanlon, Jim Garvey (Garveys) and Jim Diggin (Tralee Warriors). Photo Joe Hanley
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National Learning Network Kerry Nominated for European Award
The work of the students and staff on the Sporting Chance course at National Learning Network Kerry has been recognised internationally this week with the news that the programme has been nominate for a European Diversity Award. The programme has been nominated under the Social Mobility initiative and recognises the work carried out in the area of inclusive sport, physical activity and exercise. The Sporting Chance programme has been nominated for the European Diversity Award alongside many of Europe and the worlds biggest companies including the BBC, Spotify, Vodafone, the Lego Group and the Premier League. This is not the first time the Sporting Chance course has been recognised having won the
Nutramino Health and Fitness Award for Inclusion in 2018. The Sporting Chance, course which is funded by Kerry ETB, provides training and qualifications in the area of sport, fitness and physical activity to individuals with additional support needs including physical disabilities, learning difficulties, mental health challenges and individuals with ASD. As part of their course, students are supported in organising a number of sport and physical activity programmes for children and adults of all abilities in the local community. Among these are an athletics coaching programme with children from Nano Nagle school in Listowel; A swimming programme with children from the autism unit in Killahan National School; an Easter activities
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TEDxTralee Announces Speaker Line-up for October 2021 Event
TEDxTralee will take place on the 15th of October at Siamsa Tíre Theatre, Tralee from 9am – 9pm. The independently organised event, licensed by TED, will feature 17 local and national voices and TED Talks videos under the theme of ‘New Beginnings’. The event will be run in compliance with current Government Covid-19 Guidelines requiring all attendees, which for this event is Licensed to 100 Ticket Holders, to present their DCC or ‘Proof of Recovery’ in the past six months.
Launched in 2009, TEDx is a program of locally organised events that bring the community together to share a TED-like experience. Some of the best talks from TEDx events have gone on to be featured on TED.com and garnered millions of views from audiences across the globe with 32 Million subscribers alone on the TEDx YouTube Channel.
TEDx Tralee will feature Foyer activations, short Films and main Stage presentations from an eclectic group of Speakers
from a variety of backgrounds and unique experiences all sharing their Stories and Big Ideas. From an initial submission of forty six, the following seventeen speakers have been selected and have been, over the past number of weeks, workshopping their scripts for presentation .The line up for Friday the 15th is; Morning Session (10am11.30am)
Caroline Reidy - The Art of Asking the Right Questions;Chris Barrett –How Would Nature Solve This?;Ciara McCullough - One Decision to Change Your Life;Alan CarriganImpaired by Birth, Disabled by Perception Lunchtime Session (1pm2.30pm)
Grett O'Connor Buckley – Make the Camera Your Friend;Stephen Treacy – The Art of Diaspora Whispering;Liam Moggan - It Depends! There is more than One Right Answer;Kate Moore - The Art of Connection: How Creativity can help our Mental Health
year. For further information ie, www.nln.ie or NLNTralee can be found at https://www. europeandiversityawards.com/
First Aid Response
towards Children;Breanndan Ó Beaghlaoich - A Cry from the most Westerly Point of Europe and Brendan O Beaghlaoigh.
SPOTTED ON THE STREET!
Legends ...all of them!
Its amazing who you spot when Im out and about delivering the Tralee Advertiser every Friday! Peter Murphy tending to his guests in The Rose Hotel John, escaped from the helm at Penny's to gamble on the Euromillions in Byrnesworth with me! Aidan and Joe in Rock Street , two right legends! Our own Sports Editor Padraig Harnett , a very busy man nowadays with all the Sports news!
Kerry Hoteliers Call On Government To Maintain Vital Supports For Tourism
• Retention of 9% VAT rate and extension of business and employments support essential to tourism recovery
• 15,700 livelihoods supported by tourism in Kerry
• Occupancy figures nationally expected to reach 32% for 2021, compared to 73% for 2019
• €5.3bn drop in hotel revenues for 2020 and 2021
Bernadette Randles, Chair of the IHF’s Kerry branch states: “As Ireland’s largest indigenous employer, tourism supported almost 270,000 livelihoods including 15,700 in Kerry prior to the pandemic. Our industry has been hardest hit by the restrictions, and the ensuing economic and financial impact of Covid has been devastating. The Government supports so far have been critical, and a lifeline for many businesses, helping to restore employment and support the viability of businesses until we get back to a more stable footing. However, we need a firm commitment that they will be retained until the impact of
the pandemic has passed. Tourism will recover, but it will take time.”
Specifically, hotel and guesthouse owners are seeking the extension of the EWSS employment supports at current levels, to help businesses retain and develop their teams over the coming months along with the extension of the local authority rates waiver until June 2022, when the summer season begins. “A failure to act decisively now would have major economic implications given the reliance of many parts of the country on tourism for prosperity and employment, including in Kerry,” says Ms Randles.
Most travel agents are already contracting for 2023, yet they have no certainty around tourism VAT, and this is undermining advance bookings and ultimately tourism’s recovery,” says Ms Randles. Expectations are that overseas tourism into Ireland will remain severely constrained next year and is unlikely to recover to preCovid levels until 2024/2025.
Image shows: Bernadette Randles, Chair of the Kerry Branch of the Irish Hotels Federation with some of her colleagues from the Dromhall Hotel
Ashes Coffee in Camp ..another great place to escape to!
Quinlans Fish ...taking Dunnes Stores NCR by storm!
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POSTURAL ANALYSIS (30 MIN SESSION)
We check how balanced your body is, and what can we improve for you
RANGE OF MOTION, ROM (30 MIN SESSION)
We measure the level of flexibility in your ligaments, tendons, muscles, bones and joints.This test can determine your fitness and assess any possible damage.
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AEROBIC ANALYSIS (30 MIN SESSION)
We will be taking your blood pressure, your oxygen saturation level and approximating your VO2max. There are different ranges of tests available that will be fitness and age-appropriate to any participants.
HOW STRONG DO YOU FEEL? (30 MIN SESSION)
The assessment can examine lower body, upper body, pull or push strength. The test calculates your 1 Rep Max which you can then tailor to your training plans. These will be fitness appropriate to all participants.
SWIM TECHNIQUE ANALYSIS (30 MIN SESSION)
We will be looking at the swim strokes with the view of providing feedback on where you can build improvement for breathing, speed or ease of movement through the water.
Kellihers Appointed as The Sole
As Kellihers enter into our 86th year of living and breathing motor cars we are delighted and proud to be appointed sole dealers for the Kingdom of Kerry for the sale and maintenance of the worlds NO1 selling car Brand,Toyota.
I would rstly like to thank my wonderful team here at Kellihers for understanding and practising exceptional customer service on a daily basis and also to you, our loyal and ever expanding customer base, for trusting Kellihers and trusting Toyota who lead the technological evolution away from the polluting old into a world of cleaner and safer transportational products and concepts. So now I invite you, whether you hail form north, south,east or west of the county, or indeed from anywhere in Munster or Ireland, to experience this new exciting motoring chapter for Kellihers at our premises in Tralee for a car sale or car maintenance experience to remember.
Sole Toyota Dealer for Kerry THE ONE AND ONLY!
Servicing and maintaining the modern technologically advanced motor car is a science in itself. While petrol and diesel cars are still common place Hybrid, self charging Hybrid and Electric are the norm now and we here at Kellihers have both the expertise, knowledge and diagnostic equipment to maintain the old, the new, the Toyota or the non Toyota to the highest of standards. Also Our award winning bodyshop can handle any repair no matter how slight or complicated and nally we are testing vans and jeeps from 8am every day. My team and I look forward to meeting with you and servicing all your motoring needs.
• Our service department opens daily from 8am
• Ask us about our overnight or express service
• Fancy some shopping – we will drop you to the shops while your car is being looked after
• We service all makes and modes
Our van test centre is open from 8am Call to book on 066-7120000
• We repair all makes.
• Insurance approved crash repair centre
• Its your car – its your decision where you can get it xed
• From small scratches to collision damage – we can help For more info visit www.kelliherscrashrepair.ie
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HEALTHY RECIPES
YEP, ITS TIME FOR PUMPKINS!
You will have seen the pumpkins appearing in our local veg shop as Halloween is looming large ( think its gonna be a little bigger celebration than normal this year with everything that has gone on!). If youre thinking of carving a pumpkin then no need to waste the yummy flesh that you scoop out... just make a delicious soup with it... it really is a tasty soup dish!
PUMPKIN SOUP
INGREDIENTS
• Serves 6
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 1kg pumpkin or squash (try kabocha), peeled, deseeded and chopped into chunks
• 700ml vegetable stock or chicken stock
• 150ml double cream
• For the croutons
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 slices wholemeal seeded bread, crusts removed
• handful pumpkin seeds
METHOD
• Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan , then gently cook 2 finely chopped onions for 5 mins, until soft but not coloured.
• Add 1kg pumpkin or squash, cut into chunks, to the pan, then carry on cooking for 8-10 mins, stirring occasionally until it starts to soften and turn golden.
• Pour 700ml vegetable or chicken stock into the pan and season with salt and pepper. Bring to the boil, then simmer for 10 mins until the squash is very soft.
• Pour 150ml double cream into the pan, bring back to the boil, then purée with a blender For an extra-velvety consistency you can pour the soup through a fine sieve. The soup can now be frozen for up to 2 months.
• To make the croutons: cut 4 slices wholemeal seeded bread into small squares.
• Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a frying pan , then fry the bread until it starts to become crisp.
• Add a handful of pumpkin seeds to the pan, then cook for a few mins more until they are toasted. These can be made a day ahead and stored in an a sealed container
• Reheat the soup if needed, taste for seasoning, then serve scattered with croutons and seeds and drizzled with more olive oil, if you want.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Our 3rd floor room 'Eden' at Croi is open for bookings And our Disco brunch on Sunday October 24th is back
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
Take away Cofee Morning Outside Mikes Beach Cafe
Penneys Tralee to stock new collection in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month
In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Penneys is launching its first collection of leisure, nightwear, underwear and accessories designed and developed for those who have experienced breast cancer and undergone breast surgery.
The new collection is informed by focus groups with cancer patients and oncology nurses who trialled and tested the products. The resulting collection has a focus on comfort and style and is designed to allow for ease of dressing post-surgery, with fabrics which are noted for their cooling qualities and soft touch.
At the heart of the collection are two different types of postsurgery bras – a zip up bra with a front and back closure to allow for ease of dressing immediately after surgery and a lightly padded bra designed for women who have recovered from surgery.. The new collection has been modelled by four women who have experienced breast cancer and these images and products will feature in many Penneys stores throughout the month.
Supporting the new range is a campaign running throughout Penneys stores in October to raise awareness of the importance of early detection
of breast cancer. The Irish Cancer Society worked with Penneys to create bespoke educational illustrations with information on breast awareness. These illustrations will be displayed in Penneys stores, on its social media channels and its website to encourage customers to be breast aware and to tell their doctor if something doesn’t feel normal for them.
Frances Warbuton, one of the models featured in the new campaign commented: “It’s wonderful that Penneys is doing post-surgery underwear. It just makes things simple for us and makes things feel normal. It’s a wonderful thing. The new underwear range is a fantastic idea. It's practical but comfortable and makes it easier for facing everyday life. A lot of thought has gone into the design and material making the underwear feel supportive and luxurious.”
As part of this campaign, Penneys has committed to donating €40,000 to
the Irish Cancer Society to support breast cancer research, which is part of a total global donation of €290,000 (£250,000) to local
charities supporting breast cancer research across the 14 countries the company operates in.
Sharon Roche who resented a cheque of €4,150-00 to Cormac Williams of Open Arms Kerry in The Rose Hotel, Tralee on Monday also in photo, Philomena Duggan, Eoin Burns (Open Arms Kerry) and Joan Murphy (OAK). the money was raised during Sgaron's head shave.
Photo Joe Hanley
Creating Our Future Roadshow to visit every county in Ireland
Creating Our Future is a government-led national brainstorm that will involve the people of Ireland in a conversation on the role research can and should play in addressing opportunities, challenges and hopes for the future. Creating Our Future will ensure that the direction of research in Ireland is informed by the people it serves.
Creating Our Future is asking people to submit their ideas about what researchers in Ireland should explore to create a better future through the dedicated online portal www.creatingourfuture.ie, which is open until the 30th November 2021.
The Roadshow will be pulling up in towns across the country and will encourage members of the public to engage in a conversation with researchers over a cup of coffee, and
to submit an idea about an opportunity or challenge in their lives, community, Ireland or the world; or something they are curious or passionate about and would like researchers to explore. Encouraging people to visit the roadshow, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris said: “Over the course of the pandemic, we were reminded starkly of how much of our daily lives depend on the efforts of researchers to secure our economy, wellbeing, and health. As a forward-thinking country, we must ask how research can help meet the opportunities and challenges facing our society over the coming years. Creating our Future opens up this question to all. This roadshow will engage people
Kerry Parents and Friends Association benefit from 169k in funding!
Education Minister and Kerry TD Norma Foley welcomes the announcement of €169,000 in funding for Kerry Parents and Friends Association through the Strengthening Disability Services Fund. This one-off grant is to provide targeted support to reform disability services, build the capacity of disability organisations and to improve the quality of life of those who rely on these services. The fund will be used in a variety of ways, including the development of facilities, progressing wellbeing programmes, provision of counsellor/ psychotherapy services as well as other essential projects. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is awarded the grant funding to redevelop their Approved Housing Body. Minister Foley said: “I welcome this funding which will provide a major boost for Kerry Parents and Friends Association – who provide such vital services throughout Kerry.”
right across our country in this vital campaign. Everyone, everywhere, can have an idea for a better future. I look forward to hearing
them.” For more information on how to get involved or to submit an idea, go to: www. creatingourfuture.ie.
Tralee Warriors basketball team launch
their new
sponsor
Premier
5th class students from Presentation Primary School Tralee.
Financial Services, Strand Road Tralee at Tralee Sport Complex,with Philip Sicat and Mark Corkery from PFS on Monday evening.Photo Joe Hanley
Tralee through the Years !
Abbeydorney Confirmation 70's
Badminton winners Tralee 70's
ADVERTISINGTORQUING CARS!
BUYER BEWARE!
THERES MONEY DUE ON THAT CAR!
The risk of buying a car with repayments still due remains unacceptably high –one-in-three in some cases – despite a fall in the number of such vehicles being offered for sale. If you buy a money-due car, there is the danger of it being seized by the finance company that is owed the outstanding repayments or lump sum, leaving you thousands of euro out of pocket.In its latest analysis, vehicle data site Cartell.ie reveals there has been a drop in overall levels of cars with repayments owed.However, it warns the danger of being landed with one remains relatively high unless you check.There are several reasons for the fall-off, but the main ones are likely to be the pandemic and post-Brexit environment. Experts analysed a sample of nearly 6,000 vehicles offered for sale and checked via the Cartell.ie website in the first six months of this year.While 34pc of the three-year-old vehicles were offered for sale with repayments still due, the volume had dropped year-on-year from 42pc for the first six months of last year. It still comes down to a one-in-three risk of unknowingly buying something that is not the seller’s to sell.It is a similar story with one-year-old vehicles (2020), where the level of such offerings is 28pc, down from 37pc last year. If you buy such a car, the lending institution that is owed the repayments and the true owner of the car can have it seized, leaving you at a total loss.Of two-yearold vehicles checked last year (2018 registration), there was a 38pc chance of them being on sale with money owed.The level has fallen to 32pc this year.Jeff Aherne of Cartell.ie said: “The overall percentages of vehicles offered for sale with finance outstanding in key registration years has fallen from 2020 levels, but buyers should not be complacent.“Even taking six-year-old vehicles as an example, nearly one in five of those still return outstanding finance.“Buyers are strongly advised to be cautious in the market as you cannot take good title of the car until the final payment has been paid to the financial institution.This means you may be buying a huge problem.(Motoring Indo.)
BRING BACK THE FORD CORTINA?
WE COULD possibly see a car bearing the name Ford Cortina in future as the brand battles waves of new product from China and Korea. While Ford is are not disclosing specific names or plans, it is saying that bringing old ‘emotional’ names to the fore could be one way of distinguishing its cars from the torrent of new competitors. It has done so with great success with the likes of the Mustang. Anyone for a Cortina? Or an Orion?
LETS 'SCOOT' AROUND TOWN!
THE latest e-scooter company to announce plans to set up here when the law is changed claims that everyone using a shared e-scooter will contribute at least €1,560 a year in “unplanned spend such as at food and beverage stores”. That will give a boost to local and small businesses in cities and towns. Research and experience from other markets suggest such a spend, according to US transportation robotics company Superpedestrian. The company also claims it has developed the world’s first and only technology that stops a scooter from riding on the footpath in real time.(motoring indo)
FIESTA FACELIFT !
Ford has facelifted the Fiesta which includes a 48-volt mild hybrid powertrain in the line-up. What it calls ‘next generation’ technologies – such as new Matrix LED headlamps, 12.3-inch customisable instrument display and wrong-way alert – are now on the menu. And it has unveiled a new 200 PS Fiesta ST which benefits from a 10pc peak torque boost to 320 Nm. The basic car gets new styling outside and in and Ford claims the EcoBoost Hybrid 48-volt mild hybrid technology helps get the most out of fuel. The SUV-inspired Active version is made to look even more rugged. The 1-litre EcoBoost Hybrid engine comes with 125PS and 155PS outputs. The 125PS version can also come with a sevenspeed, Powershift dual-clutch automatic transmission. There are some notable driver assistant technologies, among them the wrong-way alert. This uses a windscreen-mounted camera and information from the navigation system to provide an audible and visual warning if you drive through two No Entry signs on a motorway ramp. Also on board is Adaptive Cruise Control and Speed Sign Recognition as well as Active Park Assist.
TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER
FAI NATIONAl P.R.O. OF THE YEAR
WARRIORS AND FANS READY FOR POST LAY-OFF SUPERLEAGUE RETURN:
It has been a busy week for Garvey’s Tralee Warriors as they officially launched their 2021/2022 season while continuing their build-up to Saturday nights SuperLeague opener in the Complex. And what an opener it will be as the 2019 champions (and 2020 runners-up in controversial circumstances) welcome Killorgin who are now playing as Team 360 Financial Killorglin to the Complex.
And the Warriors are delighted that under Government guide-lines 60% capacity is allowed meaning there will be a great atmosphere for the first Kerry derby since lockdown.
Before looking at the Warriors addition Kerry also has three other teams in the Nationals Leagues with Team Garveys St Mary’s Castleisland making their SuperLeague debut on Friday night with an away game at Glanmire.
The two Killarney sides are in Men’s Division 1 action on Saturday night with Scotts Lakers away to Limerick Celtics and Killarney Cougars bringing top level basketball back to the Pres Gym with UCC Demons the visitors.
Back to the Warriors and fans are looking forward to seeing the new signings in action. American Aaron Calixte, from the University of Oklahoma, Croation Nikola Roso, who played in Italy last season, and Latvian Rolands Elksnis who comes from a stink with the Manchester Giants will join stalwarts Kieran Donaghy, Darragh O’Hanlon, Eoin Quigley and team captain Fergal O’Sullivan.
The Warriors have, since their return to the SuperLeague, have brought young talent through and a number of the u20’s have made the step-up to the senior side -including Steven Bowler, James Fernane, Keelan Crowe, Ziggy Kaletka and Fleming brothers Aaron and Padraig.
In the hot seat for the new season is the very experienced John Dowling with Gareth Moore as Associate coach, Jimmy Diggins as assistant coach and team manager Kathleen Collins. Dowling said at the launch that this was a hugely proud day for himself and his family.
“It’s a huge honour and I am delighted that I have been given the opportunity to take on this role after four years as Assistant coach and I have a great coaching set-up with me. On the game we again expect a massive challenge and looking back over the last few encounters there has been nothing between the sides and Saturday night will be no different. Let the games begin!!”
JACK’S BACK:
The ratification of Jack O’Connor as the new Kerry manager was completed on Monday night at the County Committee Meeting with Diarmuid
Murphy and Micheal Quirke as selectors with Jack.
The new Kerry senior hurling team management of Stephen Molumphy, as manager, Pat Bennett, Shane Briggs and Brendan O’Sullivan were ratified for a two year term.
SOCCER SHORTS:
It was a busy weekend on national front for Kerry sides as well as all the games in the Kerry District and Kerry Schoolboys Leagues.
In the underage League of Ireland the Kerry and Waterford u19’s drew 0-0 while the 17’s were hugely impressive defeating Wexford FC 5-0 in Ferrycarrig Park with Odhran Ferris 2, Samuel Aladesanusi, Cianan Cooney and Ronan Teehan all scoring. The Kerry 14’s ended their home games on a high with a 2-0 win over Carlow/Kilkenny thanks to goals from Dawid Grebowiec and Darragh Lynch.
The Kerry Kennedy Cup 2021 campaign continued with a last minute 2-1 loss to Limerick District after Ronan Carroll had put them 1-0 up just after half time. In the Gaynor the 13’s went down to a strong Limerick Desmond side while the 15 girls had a great win away to West Cork with Izzy McGrath and Suvi O’Connor on the mark in a 3-0 win. This Saturday the Kerry 14’s head to UL to face Treaty United while on the same day at Mounthawk Park Cork City are the visitors in the 17’s for a 2pm kick off. On Sunday the 19’s welcome Longford Town to Mounthawk Park also kicking off at 2pm. On the national stage Gary O’Neill and his Shamrock Rovers teammates have one hand on retaining the SSE Airtricity Premier trophy. If they can defeat Dundalk tonight, Friday night, they will move 12 points clear of St Pats with 8 games remaining.
STACKS INTO SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS LAST 4:
Firstly while the relegation battle doesn’t involve a Tralee side there will still be huge interest in the game as either Dr Crokes or Killarney Legion will be playing Intermediate football next season!! At the right end of the Championship Austin Stacks have made the semifinals where they will be at home to Templenoe this Sunday in Connolly Park while in the other semi-final on the same day Kenmare Shamrocks are at home to Dingle.
KERINS O’RAHILLYS
FAMILY FUN DAY SUNDAY:
This Sunday, October 10th, has Kerins O’Rahillys are the place to be with a Family Fun Day. The action gets underway at 2pm and it’s a free event for the greater Strand Road community and not just club members. On the day there will be a wide range of games and competitions and weather permitting a barbeque. All Covid guidelines will be followed and
representatives of Jigsaw Kerry will be present to do a workshop with adolescents. Fingers crossed the weather will cooperate and a great day is had by the club and the wider community.
STAYING WITH RAHILLYS:
The u12 Strand Road Blues girl’s side had a big win over Austin Stacks 5-06 to 1-05 and they will now meet John Mitchels in the Town League final. The Kerins O’Rahillys 12 Girls lost out to the same opposition. They will play Na Gaeil in the Shield Final.
The u16’s were delighted to get their season started in mid-week away to Castleisland Desmonds while the 17’s were involved in a score fest with Na Gaeil. The girls took the win 7-05 to 5-04 and are due to face MKL Gaels in the final.
The senior ladies put in a great effort in the Junior C Championship losing by just three points 2-10 to 2-07.
In the boys section the great turn-out for the Academies continues. This week Brody Clifford took the u5’s Player of the Week award, Roisin Murphy, Brogan Brosnan, Caragh McCarthy and Amelia Healy were presented with medals for the u6 girls over the last few weeks, Alan O’Regan won the accolade for the u7 boys. The u8 girls and u9 boys were also training hard as were the u10 girls and u11 boys.
Lotto- there was one lucky winner of the jackpot of e10,200 with the prize going to Tony Casey. The numbers were 2,4, 10 and 26 and the next jackpot will be e2,000.
PARNELLS NEWS
The club is delighted with the turn-out for its Run 4 Pieta fundraiser. The activities on Friday night saw some doing loops of the grounds at Caherslee while others walked / ran the Skinny Mile via Mounthawk. There was a much enjoyed cake sale hosted by the camogie teams while the participants were delighted with the hot cups of tea and coffee when they returned. On Saturday the u14’s and 16’s incorporated the run into their training while the Ladies held a Rounders4Pieta which proved hugely enjoyable. Donations can still be made on-line with details from the club.
The u7 boys and girls led by manager David Lucid did a loop of the pitch to support the fundraiser and also enjoyed some of the treats from the cake sale. Before that the girls and boys put in a strong training session ahead of some end of season Blitzes.
The u12 boys enjoyed a great win over Lixnaw in a challenge game taking the victory 4-04 to 1-01 in a game played in tough conditions. The u13 boys were in Limerick on Sunday at the St Patricks GAA invitational blitz. They defeated the hosts and then won against fellow Kerry side Firies. A win over Killacolla Gaels saw them meet the same opposition in the Cup final. And the Tralee boys came out on top after a great battle to win 3-05 to 3-03. Captain Kyle Benson was delighted to accept the Cup. The club was very well treated by the hosts who put on a great day for the players and travelling adults. The invitation to take part came from GDA whose home club were the hosts.
This weekend the u12 boys are in Currans for the final of their County Competition.
AUSTIN STACKS NEWS:
There is excitement in the club ahead of the visit o f the TG4 cameras this Sunday.
The younger ages welcomed Firies to Caherslee and they have three weeks left as their season will end on October 24th. For the u9’s the Martin Bracker O’Regan Cup is underway in mid-week while they took on Na Gaeil. This Saturday they travel to Milltown for their Club Tournament as their season also begins to wind down. The u10’s and 11’s are also counting down to the end of their season later this month.
In the Tralee and St Brendan’s Board u13 League the A’s play their last League game this Sunday, October 10th with the winner to play John Mitchels in the final. The B’s have completed their matches while the C’s are in the final against Kerin’s O’Rahillys on the weekend after next. They will train on Tuesdays and Thursdays until the end of the month. The 15’s will play Ballymac this Sunday in the Town Board competition.
The club wishes all its players in college competitions all the best and also will be rooting for Wayne and the seniors in the Club Championship semi-final on Sunday and congratulates the minors who beat Dr Crokes and are now preparing for the quarter finals.
COLLEGES UPDATE:
Tralee CBS are through to the semifinals of the O’Sullivan Cup.
WHEELBLASTERS KITTED OUT FOR NEW SEASON:
With the National League starting in November the Kingdom Wheelblasters were presented with a new kit by Maurice Buckley of Buckley Brothers Builders. Captain Paul Flaherty accepted the jerseys at training this wee.
KERRY WOMEN STEM SHANNON: The Kerry women’s rugby side enjoyed a 37-0 win over Shannon / LIT to make it two wins from two following their defeat of Tipperary in the AIL Division 1. The Kerry tries came from Laoise O’Driscoll 2 Vanessa Dineen 2, Christine Arthurs with Murine Wall wrapping up the scoring.
PITCH & PUTT SEASON
REACHED ITS FINAL HOLES:
The final part of the Pitch & Putt season at county level begins this weekend as Deerpark host their Scratch Cup competitions on Sunday in Killarney. Although the timesheet for the event is currently booked out, interested players asked to contact Sean Kelly from the Killarney club about entering a reserve list for any dropouts on the day. The last event of the year meanwhile will be our County Matchplay Championships in Castleisland on the October Bank Holiday weekend. Entries are being taken up until Wednesday October 20th with the main day of play down for Sunday October 24th but players are asked to note that it maybe extend into Monday October 25th depending on the numbers of entries as well as potential issues with daylight on the day.
MARK TEES IT UP FOR MUNSTER:
Tralee GC member Mark Gazi has been selected on the Munster u16 team for the Interpros that will take place at Mount Wolsey this weekend.
with “The Voice” Pat Harnett
Shane Costello Reidy with his family on his First Holy Communion Day in Our Lady & St Brendan's Church, Tralee on Saturday. Photo Joe Hanley
A CRUISE SHIP PASSED A TINY, ISOLATED ISLAND.
Everyone on board could see a bearded man on the island, shouting and desperately waving his hands.
“Who is that man?” a passenger asked the ship’s captain. “Why is he so upset?”
“I have no idea,” said the Captain, “but every year when we pass by here, he goes nuts.”
DOCTOR STARTS WRITING UP A NOTE WHEN THE NURSE WALKS IN AND SAYS,
“DOCTOR, YOU CAN’T WRITE ANYTHING WITH A THERMOMETER...”
Doctor looks down and shakes his head. “Looks like some dumb ass has my pen again.”
IN THE WORDS OF BILL MURRAY...
An Irish man knocks on the door of an old lady, he says he’s broke and looking for work. The old lady says “Sure, I’ll pay you to paint my porch.” So she gives the Irish man some paint and he leaves. One hour later the man comes back, “Are you already done?” the lady asked, “Aye.” said the Irish man, “But it’s not a porch it’s a Mazda.”
THE IRISH MILLIONAIRE
Mick, from Dublin , appeared on ‘Who Wants To Be A Millionaire’ and towards the end of the program had already won 500,000 euros.
“You’ve done very well so far,” said Chris Tarrant, the show’s presenter, “but for a million euros you’ve only got one life-line left, phone a friend. Everything is riding on this question. Will you go for it?”
“Sure,” said Mick. “I’ll have a go!”
“Which of the following birds does NOT build its own nest?
a) Sparrow
b) Thrush,
c) Magpie,
d) Cuckoo?”
“I haven’t got a clue.”
said Mick, ‘’So I’ll use last lifeline and phone my friend Paddy back home in Dublin ..”
Mick called up his mate, and told him the circumstances and repeated the question to him. “Feckin hell, Mick!” cried Paddy. “Dat’s simple it’s a cuckoo.”
“Are you sure?”
“I’m feckin sure.”
Mick hung up the phone and told Chris, “I’ll go with cuckoo as my answer.”
“Is that your final answer?” asked Chris.
“Dat it is.”
There was a long, long pause and then the presenter screamed, “Cuckoo is the correct answer! Mick, you’ve won 1 million euros!”
The next night, Mick went round to Paddy’s to buy him a drink.
“Tell me, Paddy? How in Heaven’s name did you know it was da Cuckoo that doesn’t build its own nest?”
“Because he lives in a Feckin clock!”
WHOOPPS !!
I was at the ATM when an old lady came up to me and asked to check her balance...
So I pushed her over.
WHY DID GOD CREATE ADAM BEFORE EVE?
To let him get a word in.
A HAM SANDWICH WALKS INTO A BAR AND ORDERS A BEER.
