Tralee and Kerry mourns a great son, Ned O Shea, this week. R.I.P.
Formerly of Keel, Castlemaine, Ned passed away peacefully, after a brief illness at Cork University Hospital Reposing at The Gleasure Funeral Home, Tralee, this Friday afternoon from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Requiem Mass on Saturday morning at 10.30am in The Church of The Resurrection, Park Road, Killarney, followed by burial in Aghadoe Lawn Cemetery.
Huge outpouring of tributes for Ned
Ned was a truly remarkable and gifted individual who touched an awful lot of lives in the most positive of ways and it was a real privilege to have known him - going right back to the 1960s when he impressed us all so much as an outstanding member of a great Mid Kerry football team. The honesty and dynamism he showed then carried through big-time to all the colossal things he did in later life....
John & Liz
Ned was a lovely gentleman and a pleasure to have known him. May he rest in peace....
Eileen
Ned served as Director on the Board of Kerry Parents & Friends Association and willingly gave of his time and expertise to the organisation for many years...
Marie
A gentleman and a good friend to everyone...
William & Moira
You should all be very proud of him he did so much for his county & his native Keel....
Mary & Liam
In Life he made a Real Contribution to Society”....
Jimmy & Betty
Wonderful memories of great times in the Rose of Tralee Festival many years ago.....
Anne & Tony
Ned,a man of his time,who left too soon,but did leave the world in a better place...
Rory
He made a major contribution to many people’s live which will endure for ages and we will miss him dearly...
John & Eimear
I will have many happy memories of the times when Ned picked me up whenever our paths crossed when we were coming either to or from
town. We always had great chats about gaelic football.... Kerry
Ned was an all round good guy ....Richard One of the Nicest Man I ever met Rest in Peace Ned... Joe
Ned a true gentleman... Ardfert
Rip a great employer and had great part in Rose of Tralee sponsorship.... Tim
LEGAL MATTERS CORNER
Angela has rented a holiday cottage for the Dingle Peninsula area for the month of August. She and her family are staying in the cottage, and they have many of their extended family coming to stay who may be bringing pets. She has paid a very large deposit and she is wondering what her rights around holiday lettings are.
Holiday lettings are not covered by the residential tenancies board but are rather covered by consumer law. As it is a service the normal service implied terms apply unless they are excluded under the holiday letting contract and these are that the service
1. Is provided with proper care and diligence 2. That the holiday provider has the appropriate skills to do the service. 3. That materials used are sound and fit for purposes 4. That any goods supplied are of merchantable i.e., acceptable quality.
However it is important to read the terms and conditions as a holiday rental service may exclude liability in relation to the above e.g. where you are renting out a wild and wonderful barn.
It would be important to ensure that where you are booking the holiday rental is a genuine one and if possible look over reviews etc before parting with any money. Check in particular cancellation clauses both for yourself and the holiday letting service. Be vigilant for rental scams. It is possible that people could cancel if they feel that they could get more money and would have easy get out clauses in the contract. If terms and conditions are not readily available ask for them and make sure there is clause allowing you to get out of the contract if there is a repeat of the government guidelines/ pandemic type restrictions, family illness, health and safety requirements. Check carefully payment conditions, when does the holiday let have to be fully paid for and your cancellation rights e.g. if the whole family is sick. Check what you are getting in the service for your money e.g. will you have tv, internet, microwave, cooking facilities, bedding, fireplace, fuel, central heating etc. The regulations covering e.g. hot and cold running water, heating etc for residential tenancies don’t apply to holiday lettings. Check also about the requirements for getting your deposit back and what is required for that. Check also additional charges like cleaning and electricity as they often come out of the deposit. If anything is unclear clarify it by email so you have written confirmation. The Summer is here. Happy Holidays
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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE
Photos by John Cleary
ABOVE: On Friday 10th & Saturday 11th June, Kerry Hospice Volunteers will be selling Sunflower merchandise around the county to raise vital funds for the Hospice and Home care services, it costs 600,000 EURO a year to run this service so please help. Kerry GAA Star David Moran launched the Sunflower press release. LtoR sitting Maura Sullivan Treasurer Kerry Hospice Foundation David Moran GAA Star and Mary Shanahan, Secretary Kerry Hospice Foundation, back from left Julette Culloty, former Kerry Rose, Aileen Diggins Nurse Manager Palllative Care at University Hospital Kerry and Andrea O’Donoughue PRO Kerry Hospice Foundation.
ABOVE: Arriving for the Tralee Community Day Outing at the Ashe Hotel Tralee for lunch and afterwords music and dancing, left Albert Griffin, Janette Griffin, Garda Trish Fitzpatrick and Alasdair McKenzie.
ABOVE: Taken at the annual Tralee Community Day Outing by Tralee Gardai and Tralee Lions Club arrivingfor lunch at the Ashe Hotel Tralee on Thursday, from left Mary O’Brien, Garda Cathy Murphy, Maria Draghici and Anne Roche, Tralee.
ABOVE: Arriving for Tralee Community Day Outing, complementry of Tralee Gardai and Tralee Lions Club, starting with lunch for group, music and dancing after lunch, from left Mary Imelda O’Brien, Garda Cathy Murphy and Garda Trish Fitzpatrick, Phyllis McLoughlin and Eileen Mansfield.
ABOVE: C.B.S The Green 6th Year Graduation 2022 took place at their school on Thursday pictured is Dylan Barry- O’Connell, Ballymacelligott and Joan O’Connell, Kilflynn.
ABOVE: Cathal Concagh, Tralee, presented with his Class Photograph after the C.B.S. The Green 6th Year Graduation Ceremony 2022 at his school on Friday afternoon.
ABOVE: Umar Waheed and on right Jared Leff, both from Tralee, Graduated at C.B.S. The Green 6th Year Graduation ceremony 2022 on Friday afternoon.
ABOVE: Tralee students pictured after their ceremony at C.B.S. The Green 6th Year Graduation Ceremony 2022 took place on Thursday at their school, from left Afie Hossaim, Cian Griffin, Tommy Burns, Jared Leff and Umar Waheed.
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AND NOW FOR THE GOOD NEWS...
from The Tralee Advertiser Team and Tralee Chamber Alliance
Summer Arrives with Return of Tourism Kiosk
By Georgie Downes
THE Tralee Tourism Kiosk is back on The Mall and, as everybody knows, when that happens, summer has officially begun.
This year, the Tralee Chamber Alliance has recruited over 25 volunteers who are ready to man the kiosk from Monday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm, in two hours shifts. Claire Needham has been volunteering for the past six years and is thrilled to be back on the job for the coming tourism season.
“We mostly get Irish people looking for information but there are plenty of tourists from abroad too.” She said. “If people want a few ideas on where to go and what to do, there’s loads to recommend. I direct them to the County Museum and the Aquadome if they have kids or over to the Wetlands Centre and of course, I’d encourage folks to try the lovely River Walk by
the canal over to Blennerville.”
Ann O Donnell from the Tralee Chamber Alliance co-ordinates the volunteering efforts and admits that without the locals, who give up their time for free, the information kiosk wouldn’t be a runner.
“We are really grateful to everyone who signs up to help out. The lived, local knowledge they offer is priceless. Visitors really appreciate that authentic experience.” Ann said. The kiosk will close in September. Check it out for maps of Tralee, app downloads, activity booklets and all sorts of event information for the coming months, but in the meantime, if you fancy a spot of volunteering, send an email to ann@tralee.ie
Here’s a good news story about our hospital from Damien
Met Damien Fitzgerald, owner of Tralee Printing in Monavalley, on the street during the week . Noticed he was nursing his arm in a sling ...
It turns out he recently injured himself in a fall and had to go over (as we all would) to the A & E Department in Kerry General Hospital (UHK)
“I was in and out in under 3 hours “ says Damien ..”.They really were a credit to UHK ...Fantastic Doctors & Nurses ...they couldnt do enough for me ..
Mine is a lovely story so I have to tell people about them “
Gaelic4Girls just wanna have fun… Abby Gallagher, Lauren McCarthy, Arabella Tuohy, Eva O’ Shea, Caoimhe Somers, Mia McMahon and Abbey O’ Connor
GALA CONCERT
Thomas O'Callaghan & Band | Mary Culloty O'Sullivan | Davey Buckley Causeway Comhaltas | Maedhbh Hanafin | Roel Villone | Aoife O'Donoghue
Corcorans 4-Day event is happening now!
Corcoran’s Furniture and Carpets 4-day Anniversary Sale is now on, with up to 50% off all departments and warehouse stock. Ending this Bank Holiday Sunday, Managing Director, Kieran Corcoran, explained that the 4-day sale will run across their stores in Manor Park Tralee and Cahersiveen only, with offers on furniture, flooring, and more.
“This is one of the biggest
events of the year for our stores, so we make sure to offer the very best discounts on furniture and flooring that are out there,” explained Kieran Corcoran, Managing Director of Corcoran’s Furniture.
“Our Anniversary Sale is not only a chance to celebrate another year in business at our Kerry stores, but also to make all our showroom and warehouse stock available at
budget-friendly price points for customers who are looking at a home reno project or to revamp a room with new furnishings and decor.”
He added, “We also want to say thank you to our fantastic customer base for the support they have shown us over the past few years.”
With sumptuous seaters, upholstered and leather recliners in an array of styles, bed frames of all sizes,
supportive and comfortable mattresses, and flooring that will transform every room in your home, Corcoran’s is your one-stop shop for all your interior needs.
To shop the Corcoran’s 4-day Anniversary Sale, visit the Corcoran’s showroom located in Manor Park, Tralee, next to Bowling Buddies, or explore their Facebook and Instagram pages today. Happy shopping!
Deja Vu Car Rally shines in Tralee
...as Recovery Haven benefit by 40k
The helmet that Paul Nagle used during the 2021 World Rally Championship winning season was sold for a staggering €25,000 at a charity auction in Tralee on Saturday night.
The auction was part of the Déjà Vu celebration of Kerry motorsport that took place over the weekend.
Cancer charity Recovery Haven is set to be the main beneficiary of the fundraising effort.
Kerry Motor Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and the Déjà Vu road run was the flagship event in the yearlong celebration. Rally stars like current World
Rally Championship contender Craig Breen and five-time WRC event winner Kris Meeke participated in a tour of famous West Kerry rally stages on Saturday.
Other famous drivers in the 150-strong entry list included multiple Irish champion Austin MacHale and former European Rally Champion Patrick Snijers from Belgium.
After the road run, 300 people attended a gala dinner at the event’s headquarters, The Rose Hotel.
During the dinner, items were auctioned off. Items included paintings of famous rally drivers, motorsport trips to museums and, of course,
the helmet which was signed by almost every top name associated with the World Rally Championship over the last 20 years.
Nearly €40,000 was raised during the auction with the majority of that sum going to Recovery Haven. Nagle will donate a portion of the helmet sale to his home football club, Fossa GAA too.
The helmet was sold to New York-based Irish rally driver Paul Rowley.
An additional €3,500 was raised by individual donations and bucket collections along the route.
“I don’t have the words, we are humbled that we were
the chosen charity for this spectacular and fun event,” Recovery Haven’s PR and Marketing manager Marisa Reidy said.
“We met so many wonderful people from the world of rally and they were so generous and kind. Huge thanks too to Kerry Motor Club and the work they did to bring this event to Tralee.”
CAPTION Marisa Reidy (Recovery Haven) Paul Nagle, Jacinta Bradley (Recovery Haven) and Alan ‘Plum’ Tyndall (Deja Vu Motorsport) Motor pics courtesy of Ray Corkery Photographer
Kerry Researcher Wins MTU Commercial Invention of the Year
Kerry based researcher, Dr Joanna Tierney from the Dept of Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences and Shannon ABC, Munster Technology University (MTU) Kerry Campus was presented with the MTU Commercial Invention of Year 2021 at this year’s virtual ceremony.
The MTU Invention of the Year awards is an annual event that takes place as part of Innovation and Enterprise month at MTU. The awards recognise and acknowledge the work and effort that staff have put into their invention declarations during 2021 and to encourage researchers to engage in the research commercialisation process. MTU researchers submitted 20 invention disclosure forms (IDFs) to the Innovation and Enterprise Office during this time period. The IDFs were judged by an external panelDr Declan Weldon, Director of Innovation and Engagement from University of Glasgow and Dr Paul Dillon, Director of Technology Transfer Office, from University of Limerick. Each submission was judged based on several criteria: scientific merit, innovative
factor, development stage, potential benefit to society, marketability and patentability.
Dr Tierney’s work on the control of coccidiosis in poultry, funded by an Enterprise Ireland Commercialisation Fund, earned her the award. Coccidiosis is caused by Eimeria protozoan parasites and is an important disease in poultry and neonates in animal farming. It causes diarrhoea, weight loss, emaciation, and in extreme cases, death. The invention employs natural, anti-parasitic, anti-microbial, immune-modulating and anti-oxidant activities as an alternative to the current industry treatments in use today for coccidiosis control.
Speaking about the award, Dr Tierney said “I’m delighted to receive this award, and I’m grateful to Enterprise Ireland, Science Foundation Ireland and MTU for their support over the last few years. I’d like to thank my colleagues at Shannon Applied Biotechnology Centre, the Department of Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the research office
team in MTU. I would like to acknowledge and thank the people who I’ve worked with over the years on this project; Drs Michelle Ryan, Joanna Przyborska and David Kelly. Our work on developing an alternative coccidiosis control solution is critically important as poultry is set to become the world’s most consumed meat protein and poultry producers face increased pressure to control this parasite disease which contributes to significant economic loss as reflected in
Kerry performers unite for Recovery Haven summer concert
Cancer support charity, Recovery Haven Kerry, will join forces with a number of Kerry musicians and singers for a gala summer concert at Tralee’s Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Sunday, June 19th After two years of restrictions and missing out on in-person fundraising events, the charity is thrilled to announce details of their much-anticipated concert, which sees some of Kerry’s finest performers gather for a fantastic night of music and song.
MC’d by Timmy Moynihan, the concert will feature performances by well known Dingle man Thomas O’Callaghan and his band from Clare, renowned Killarney singer songwriter May Culloty O’Sullivan, as well as Davey Buckley, Maedhbh Hanafin, Roel Villones, Aoife O’Donoghue and members of
Causeway Comhaltas.
The event marks a welcome return to live music and song and is one of several fundraising events planned by the cancer support charity in 2022.
“It’s been so long since we have been able to get together for a fundraising event of this scale, and we are thrilled to have so many performers join us for what promises to be a fantastic night of entertainment,” said Recovery Haven Kerry marketing officer, Marisa Reidy
“We are so grateful to all these renowned performers who are giving their time to help raise funds for Recovery Haven and are so excited to see people back enjoying a live music event in the beautiful setting of Ballyroe Heights Hotel.”
Tickets for the concert are priced at €20 and are currently
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The Commercial Invention of Year award was presented to Dr Joanna Tierney recently by the President of MTU, Professor Maggie Cusack. Another award was presented at the ceremony for MTU Technical Invention of the Year 2021. This was awarded to the CAPPA (Centre for Advanced Photonics and Process Analysis) project, PIXCAN.
on sale from Recovery Haven, Ballyroe Heights Hotel and through Eventbrite (plus booking fee) via https://www.
Photo details: L-R: President of MTU Professor Maggie Cusack and Dr Joanna Tierney
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The Countdown Is On For Hospice Sunflower Days 2022!
Support
Kerry Hospice Foundation By Donating On-Street Or Online. Together we can make a difference.
The final countdown is now underway for Together for Hospice, The National Hospice Movement’s, Hospice Sunflower Days on-street collection which is returning to towns and villages all over the country on Friday, 10th and Saturday 11th June 2022.
Volunteers nationwide will be selling sunflower merchandise to raise vital funds for local hospice and specialist palliative homecare services. Members of the public who wish to support their local hospice by donating online can do so by sponsoring a virtual sunflower in memory of a loved one at www. togetherforhospice.ie/ sunflowerdays.
Hospice care and homecare
is all about providing help and support to those living with a life-limiting illness and their families. Hospice care is provided either in specialist units in the hospice or in the person’s own home with specialist palliative trained home care nurses.
With hospices nationwide needing to raise approximately €20 million each year to continue to provide their person-centred loving care to patients and their families, Hospice Sunflower Days aims to raise as much funding as possible for hospice and specialist palliative homecare services across Ireland, with all funds raised locally, staying locally.
Speaking ahead of the return
of the on-street collection, Jack Shanahan, Chairperson, Kerry Hospice Foundation Fundraising said, “We are thrilled to be able to return to our traditional onstreet collection this year as part of our fundraising campaign and we are calling on members of the public throughout the country to donate what they can to help support their local hospice or homecare service. With all funds raised locally, staying locally, together we can all make a difference to the lives of hospice patients and their families.”
You can support Kerry Hospice Foundation by donating to the on-street volunteers on Friday 10th or Saturday 11th June, or by dedicating a sunflower in memory of a loved one online today at www. togetherforhospice.ie/ sunflowerdays
A letter to the Editor JUST PLEASE STOP
What to say? Has it all been said? Yes, I believe it has over and over and over. Sexual abuse, emotional abuse, verbal abuse, online abuse, psychological abuse, Racial abuse, Homophobic abuse, child abuse, elder abuse, spiritual abuse, and physical abuse. Now stop for a second to pause and think of the weight and depth of what you just read. Let’s calculate the impact of all the above. Once evaluated any 1 person that is a victim to abuse has the enormity of the ripple effect. In this case I can assure you assure you twice it is far from pleasant. Research, observation, and personal experience shows a decline in mental health, and in turn an increase in self-harm, addiction, fear, anxiety, depression, rejection, abandonment, isolation, and the inevitable Death. Then who is the attacker here?
An attack is just that an attack. When there is no
defence the attack and the attacker claims its prey. This is a very real world when the perpetrator plays the role of prosecutor, judge, and jury, passing sentence with no consideration for the outcome. When we talk about the ripple effect, we now need to consider the aftermath. Moms, Dads, brother sister children family neighbours and friends. Each attack is multiple. The seriousness of divide is heart-breaking and in a lot of cases life changing or life ending. If the strong, brave, and courageous, survivors, and their allies did not stand and turn to face off and fight for their place in this world then I can once again assure you without them a lot of us would not be here. This piece is written due to recent seriousness of Hate-crime in our so-called great town of Tralee. It is very very very sad that we nod at each other, fist bump, high five, give a beep on the street and sit to have lunch share conversation and
eat. Two out of 5 play Jekyll and Hyde. To the haters hear this, History repeats itself and the universal law will be the executioner in the end. Time nor tide wait for no person. However, karma has great patience and serves revenge well.
STOP STOP STOP PAVING YOUR PATHWAY TO HELL. LOVE IS THE CHAMPION OF EVERYTHING IN THE END. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow once said and
I quote “THOUGH THE MILLS OF GOD GRIND SLOWLY, YET THEY GRIND EXCEEDING SMALL; THOUGH WITH PATIENCE HE STANDS WAITING, WITH EXACTNESS GRINDS HE ALL”.
Written by Fidelma Philomena Fitzgerald
Sustainable Fashion Wins the Day at the #CollegeClothes and #ClassClothes Competition.
Cara Credit Union teamed up with Career Ahead to organise an amazing Clothes Competition aimed at College Students and Secondary School Students nationwide. On Saturday, 28th May, the prizes were presented to the College Student and Secondary School Student who submitted the best outfit from a style perspective and a cost perspective; while at the same time supporting charitable organisations.
Social Media Influencers
Chloe Koyce and Fashionable Frank were in attendance to meet the winners and present the prizes.Megan Doyle an MTU Kerry Campus Wildlife Biology Student who originates from Dublin was the winner in the College Student category. Megan’s outfit was a pink jumpsuit (€3.90) and a necklace (€1.80), total cost €5.70, both purchased from the Irish Cancer Society Shop. Treasure Vlogs from Scoil Chriost Ri in Portlaise was the winner of the Secondary School Category. Treasure’s outfit was a dress, purchased from Oxfam at a cost of €4.50. Treasure teamed this up with previously owned boots and bag.
IN MEMORY
“The concept for the competition arose from the fact that I deal with so many students who are surviving on very tight budgets, yet it is expected they dress appropriately for work placements, academic presentations, and college events. The ability to present themselves well also contributes immensely to a student’s confidence and self-esteem, and all students love to shop and dress up for social occasions” said Mary Lucey, Career Ahead. Commenting further, Siobhan Donnelly Marketing & Development Manager of Cara Credit Union said “Cara Credit Union were delighted to support this unique and creative competition. We are constantly seeking out new ways to support college students and secondary school students. The introduction of our free student current account and debit card is aimed specifically at this cohorts. The competition demonstrated the initiative, creativity, and care for the environment that students possess. The organisers wish to thank the amazing panel of social media influencers
and business representatives who judged the competition – all who are giving up their own time free of charge to support college and secondary school students. Sinead O Brien (SineadsCurvyStyle), Clodagh Moore, Frank Cronin (Fashionable Frank), Shauna Cashell (StyleSearch), Chloe Koyce and Aoife Sheehy (Corporate Social Responsibility Advisor at Primark) were the judges. The prize giving lunch was held and sponsored by Ballyseedy Garden Centre. The guests and winners were treated to a makeover before
the lunch by Sean Taffee and CH Chemists. The guests got to savour what Tralee has to offer by staying the night and dining in Benner’s Hotel and at Molly J’s. Career Ahead and Cara Credit Union wish to thank all the local businesses for their support with this project.
Group Pic: Frank Cronin (aka Fashionable Frank) Judge , Siobhan Donnelly Cara Credit Union, Megan Doyle winner in the 3rd level competition, Treasure Vlogs winner in the post-primary competition, Chloe Koyce Judge, Mary Lucey Career Ahead.
Spotted on the Street
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Lifeguards on Duty from This Weekend
There will be lifeguards on duty on all Blue Flag Beaches in Kerry at weekends commencing next weekend (Bank Holiday Weekend), increasing to seven days per week on all of those beaches from the beginning of July. Beachgoers are reminded that lifeguards are only on duty during specific times which are advised locally on each Blue Flag beach and that lifeguards cover only designated patrolled areas which are indicated by the presence of lifeguard flags. 41 lifeguards, who are fully trained, will be on duty on
Kerry beaches over the summer.
Kerry County Council is reminding all beachgoers and those swimming and bathing at the county’s beaches this summer to act responsibly and safely in the water at all times.
Kerry has 15 Blue Flags for 2022 which were recently awarded by the Blue Flag International Jury (FEE) for meeting a series of high standards – the largest number of such beaches in the country. These include: Rossbeigh, Ballybunion South, Ballybunion North, Ballyheigue, Fenit, Maherbeg,
Kells, Doire Fhíonáin (Derrynane), White Strand, Baile an Sceilg (Ballinskelligs), Banna, Fionntrá (Ventry), Inch,
Pontoon.
The 3 Store building getting a facelift!
The new Skate Park at the Sports Complex is coming along nicely
Golden Discs move out and DV8 move in!
Things are happening up at Austin Stack Park!
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Ring of Beara Cycle Back To Bask In Unbeatable Sunshine!
An impressive return for the Ring of Beara Cycle on Saturday saw glorious clear blue skies, bright sunshine and temperatures as high as 20 degrees for an incredible day’s cycle around the peninsula. This popular cycle sportive, has been much anticipated since it was last able to take place in 2019. Now in its eighth year, and including the ever popular Kids’ Cycle, it was embraced by riders from all over country, who started and finished in Kenmare Town, Co Kerry, taking in the unbridled beauty of Co Cork’s Beara Peninsula. Cyclists enjoyed to complete their choice of two challenging routes: an 110km or 140km looped route, through the magnificent mountains, valleys
and the rugged coastline of the Beara Peninsula.Seven charities are set to benefit from this year’s Ring of Beara Cycle, with an estimated total of €50,000 being distributed amongst Irish Air Ambulance, Castletownbere Community Hospital, Castletownbere Day Care Centre, Kenmare Special Needs Group, Kenmare Family Resource Centre, Kenmare Palliative Care Group and St John of Gods.
Ring of Beara Cycle Organisers were delighted to have been able to make a presentation to President Michael D Higgins of a framed Ring of Beara cycle jersey when he visited Kenmare the day before the event on Friday 27th June, but were unable to persuade him to take part
in the cycle!In addition to the adults’ cycle, a popular and important part of the Ring of Beara Cycle is the Kids’ Cycle. This happy and fun event is free for kids between 3rd and 5th class, and around 200 children took part this year in the 2km loop route of Kenmare Town, with each little cyclist receiving a much-treasured finisher’s medal.
A first for this year’s Ring of Beara Cycle was the introduction of electric bikes. Organisers recognise that some of the hills around Beara can be very steep, so the decision to allow participants to complete the course on e-bikes made sure the cycle continues to be as inclusive as possible. Incorporated into the route was a spare battery
stop at Castletownbere, and the organisers are delighted to report that the initiative was well received by participants.
A Ring of Beara Cycle regular who took alternative transport to another level was Jake B who completed his cycle of Ring of Beara entirely on a penny farthing! A huge thank you is extended to local organisations, community groups and sports clubs who helped with the marshaling of the event, the food stops and at the finish line, in addition to everyone who came out to support and welcome the cyclists.
The Ring of Beara Cycle is already looking forward to holding this event again next year, with a provisional date of Saturday 27th May 2023.
Heidi Giles / Rosie Giles / James Morris / Sean Morris / Connall Theinfhir / Paula Moloney
Connall Theinfhir / Sean Morris / Niamh Greaney / Paula Moloney / Rosie Giles / Sadhbh Cadogan / James Morris
Tralee Rowing in the Sun!
Are you interested in a career in the Great Outdoors?
If so, why not sign up to Kerry College’s Webinar on the 8th of June at 7pm to find out more about the great outdoor education and training courses Kerry College has to offer. Whether this is your first step into the outdoor sector or you want to strengthen your outdoor career with further qualifications, Kerry College has a course that will suit you!This FREE Zoom event will feature graduates from the Outdoor Activity Instructor Traineeship, Scuba Diving and Ecology courses, Kerry College Admissions Office staff and Kerry College Killorglin Campus manager and instructors.
The next Outdoor Activity Instructor Traineeship course starts in July. Recruitment has already begun. Scuba Diving Instructor is also open for applications now and is due to start in August. Ecology and Practical Fieldwork (Applied Ecology) and Surf Instructor & Beach Lifeguard Training will start later in the year.
Kerry College Admissions Manager Elaine O Connor
is advising people to apply now, as these are popular courses, which lead to direct employment at home and abroad.
“At present, the start date for our Outdoor Activity Instructor Traineeship course is the 11th of July 2022. Anyone interested in this course is encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The reason this course is so popular is it will set you up with job ready skills to move straight into the world of work.”
Kerry College, Killorglin Campus Manager Ms. Aodhnait Carroll is also encouraging people to sign up:
“Join us on the 8th of June at 7pm. If you are thinking of beginning or strengthening your career in the outdoors then check out our two outdoor instructor programmes in our Killorglin Campus. There are no fees, ALL equipment is provided and you keep the essential equipment you need to begin your career in the outdoor sector. For those that may need to relocate to Kerry for these amazing courses,
“SNAPPED
financial support is available! The adventure capital of Ireland awaits…” Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions
and get information on how to apply for these courses from a member of the Kerry College team.
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Crowds come out to meet new lifeboat Lizzie!
Crowds came out in the sunshine to see Fenit RNLI’s new inshore lifeboat officially named Lizzie last weekend
The new lifeboat is being named after Liz Fraser, a Southwark born actor, wellknown for roles on stage and screen over a career spanning decades. The honour of the lifeboat naming was given to Jan Bolt, the station’s administration officer and wife to the late station mechanic Bob Bolt.
Guests on the day included the RNLI’s new Head of Region for Lifesaving, Anna Classon, in her first visit to the Kerry lifeboat station and RNLI Trustee and Council chairperson Dr. John Killeen,
The ceremony included a Service of Dedication which was presided over by Fr. Francis Nolan and Rvd. Jim Stephens. Musical accompaniment was provided by The Tralee Pipe Band, Oidreacht, managed by Michelle O’Sullivan, Fenit School Choir and Dave Buckley who performed the Lifeboat Anthem ‘Home from the Sea’ to close the
ceremony. The Chairman of the Lifeboat Manager Group and station Medical Advisor Tom McCormack was MC for the ceremony and opened the proceeding paying tribute to the donor and all fundraisers who support the work of the RNLI.
RNLI Trustee and Chairperson of the Irish Council Dr. John Killeen acknowledged the incredible gift by Ms. Frazer. ‘Being charitable was part of her nature. The legacy that she has left behind and which is here today, will go to sea to save lives for many years to come.’
Dr. Killeen also spoke of the work of the men and women who volunteer for Fenit RNLI: ‘When we talk about lifesaving in the RNLI, there are two parts to it. One is the lifeboat, and the other is the volunteers. There is a fantastic history of lifesaving here in Fenit. We value and appreciate the work being done on behalf of the community.’
In accepting the lifeboat into the care of the station, Fenit
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RNLI Lifeboat Operations Manager Gerard O’Donnell, said: ‘This is a great and proud day for us. This boat along with the All-Weather lifeboat which we already have, helps provide a great service here to the Tralee Bay and extended areas.’
He concluded by addressing the lifeboat crew of Fenit RNLI, past and present. ‘Over the years you have given of your time consistently, irrespective of weather conditions which at times can be horrendous. Day or night, you have never failed to respond when the pager has
been activated. To all our past and present, members of our RNLI station, be proud of the service you provide, be proud of the countless lives you have helped to save and finally on behalf of all users of the sea and inland waters, thank you for being there to help save those who get into difficulty on the water.’
Following the naming of the lifeboat, the Irish Coast Guard helicopter Rescue 115 carried out a training exercise with the new D-class lifeboat, to the delight of the watching crowds.
Tralee Town Board results from last weekend
Tralee/St Brendan’s Senior League Shield Semi Final Fixture Spo nsored by Lee Strand. Ballymac 5-10 (25) V Churchill. 4-16 (28) Tralee/St Brendan’s Under 17 League : Sponsored by Lee Strand. Austin Stacks 2-11 V Churchill 3-5 ( doubled up with the Central League). Tralee/St Brendan’s Under 13 League Sponsored by Timbe rland, Kitchens & Flooring. Ardfert B 4-16 v Austin Stacks B 3-5,John Mitchels B 3-6 v Na G aeil B 5-7. both games doubled up with County League).
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HEALTHY RECIPES
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This easy cherry gazpacho recipe elevates the classic cold soup (which is what Gaspacho is!) to new heights! You will see fresh cherries in some vegetable shops & markets so here is a twist on using them you will love ...its where we move cherries to the savory domain.
CHERRY GAZPACHO
Makes 6 portions
INGREDIENTS
• 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, cored and chopped
• 1/2 pound sweet cherries, pitted
• 1 small Italian frying pepper or Cubanelle pepper—stemmed, seeded and chopped
• 1 1/2 cups day-old cubed crustless rustic white bread (2 ounces)
• 1/3 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup sherry vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• salt Pepper
• 1 cup packed basil leaves
• Slivered anchovy fillets, chopped pistachios and grated frozen goat cheese, for garnish
METHOD
In a large bowl, toss the tomatoes with the cherries, Italian pepper, bread, red onion, vinegar, garlic, 1/2 cup of the olive oil and a very generous pinch each of salt and pepper. Let the gazpacho base stand at room temperature for 2 hours
In batches, puree the gazpacho base until very smooth, about 2 minutes. Transfer to another large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan of simmering water, blanch the basil until tender, about 1 minute. Drain well and cool under running water. Squeeze out the excess moisture and transfer to a blender. With the machine on, gradually add the remaining 1/3 cup of olive oil until the mixture is bright green and very smooth. Strain through a fine sieve into a small bowl, then season the basil oil with salt
Season the gazpacho with salt, adding tablespoons of water if too thick. To serve, spoon the soup into bowls and garnish with slivered anchovy fillets, chopped pistachios, grated frozen goat cheese and the basil oil
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TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER
FAI NATIONAl P.R.O. OF THE YEAR
KERRY SOCCER SIDES REACH
SFAI NATIONAL FINALS:
It was a great day for the Kerry Schoolboys Girls League as the u13 Girls and u15 Boys have qualified for the SFAI National Finals at the end of the month. The 13’s Girls defeated their hosts Clare 2-1 after extra time and will play North Tipperary in the final at the end of the month. The 15’s Boys came through a nail-biter as they defeated the North Dublin Schoolboys League 5-4 on penalties after the game ended 3-3. Hard luck to the Kerry 15’s and 16’s Girls sides who went out at the semi-final stage.
GIRLS READY FOR GAYNOR ADVENTURE:
This Tuesday, June 7th, the Kerry girls wait to get into Gaynor Cup action will be over. The five day tournament begins with Kerry taking on South Tipperary at 6pm and then on Wednesday they face Limerick Desmond at 12 noon and Limerick County at 6pm. They round out their Group games at 12 noon on Thursday when they take on Cork.
PARK WIN TUCKER KELLY 16’S CUP:
Goals from Michael Quirke, from the penalty spot, Eldion Topali and Mohamad Abdalla saw St Brendan’s Park win the 16’s Boys Tucker Kelly Cup final. Both clubs also met in the Tom Hayes 14’s Cup final and this time it was the Killarney side who took the win 2-1.
NO LUCK FOR THE KERRY LOI SIDES:
Both Kerry League of Ireland sides went down at the weekend with the 17’s losing 1-0 away to Waterford United and the 19’s going down 4-2 to Treaty United.
KERRY REFS OFFICIATE AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL:
Well done to three Kerry officials – Derek O’Shea, Anthony Morrison and Tom Sheehy who took charge of the FAI U19 Men’s Cup final in Turners Cross.
DYNAMOS U13’S ENJOYED CHEERING ON THE HOOPS: Tralee Dynamos u13’s enjoyed an endof-season trip to Tallaght Stadium where they were welcomed by Gary O’Neill ahead of the Hoops win over Shelbourne FC.
KERRY WIN MUNSTER CROWN AND PROGRESS TO THE ALL IRELAND QUARTER FINAL:
Kerry defeated Limerick by over 20 points to win the Munster senior football title and there really isn’t much more to say. The Kerry Ladies put in a great effort against Cork but it was the Rebelettes who took the win in the end. Kerry are still involved and will be hoping to build on their performance last Sunday.
GREAT WIN FOR THE KERRY CAMOGIE SIDE: While the attention might have been on the non-event in Killarney there was a great win in Lixnaw for the Kerry camogie squad in the All Ireland Intermediate
Championship. They defeated Laois 2-15 to 1-13 to qualify for the next round.
KERRY AND ANTRIM TO DO BATTLE AGAIN:
After a cracking battle between Kerry and Antrim where the Kingdom hurlers got a vital narrow win to reach the Joe McDonagh Final this Saturday both sides will meet again in the decider. The game will throw in in Croke Park at 4.30pm this Saturday and nothing is expected to be between Stephen Molumphy’s side and his Northern opponents.
HURLING’S DIVISION 1 LINE-UP DECIDED:
Crotta O’Neill’s will take on Abbeydorney in the County Senior Hurling League Division 1 after Crotta defeated St Brendan’s 0-18 to 0-11.
GROUPS ANNOUNCED FOR THE SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP:
The three groups for the 2022 Garvey’s Supervalu County Senior Hurling Championship have been drawn. Group 1 is St Brendan’s, Ballyduff and Causeway, Group 2 Kilmoyley, Abbeydorney and Dr Crokes and Group 3 has Lixnaw, Crotta O’Neill’s and Ballyheigue looking for the top two spots.
RAHILLYS NOTES:
The Seniors B’s will take on Gneeveguilla B in the County League this Sunday at 2pm.
The Lidl One Good Club committee are working hard and from the cake sale of items baked by the u12’s e200 was donated to Animal Help Kerry. This Monday there will be a Family Fun Day. The Kerins O’Rahillys team went down narrowly to Corca Dhuibhne 5-03 to 4-02 and took on Churchill in mid-week. The 14’s Girls defeated Duagh 4-12 to 4-06 and will take on Ballyduff in Round 2.
The u15 Ladies team qualified for the Feile Division 3 Regional finals which take place in Mallow this Saturday. The u16 Ladies played their final County League game before the exams this week while the Minor ladies are also on a break. The Academy will train as normal this weekend. The u8 Girls are in Go Games action and played Stacks in their first game.
The u13 Boys went down to a very strong Tarbert side in Ballyrickard last Sunday.
The u17 Boys combination with St Pats made it two wins from two in a week when they defeated Castlegregory 4-10 to 0-11 with Jake Hoare named Man of the Match.
Lotto – there was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 5,10,23 and 26 with the next jackpot being e2,900.
GAELSCOIL MHIC EASMAINN WINS: Gaelscoil Mhic Easmainn are the winners of the Cumann na mBunscol. Well done to all the players and the coaches led by the joint Kerry Ladies manager Declan Quill.
PARNELL’S NEWS:
The club is holding a quiz night in O’Donnell’s Bar, Mounthawk this Friday night, June 3rd at 8pm with the money going to the u15’s Feile nan Gael finals trip at the end of June.
Bookings are now open for the Summer Camp which takes place from Monday June 18th to the 21st of July inclusive from 10am to 1pm and is for boys and girls aged 5 to 13.
The underage were out in force again and in the u7’s Christian Boyle and Odhran Cullen are the Players of the Week for these two weeks. At u8’s Serena Slattery was named Player of the Week. The u12 Amber team defeated Abbeykillix 2 while the Blue Team put in a great effort against Abbeykillix Team 1. The u17’s were very impressive when they defeated Lixnaw 2-16 to 0-17 after extra time in the Division 2 County League semi-final.
The seniors went down to Ballyheigue in Division 1 of the County League. Their focus now turns to the Intermediate championship as they await the date of the draw.
In Division 3 of the County League the B’s enjoyed a 3-12 to 3-09 win over Abbeydorney C.
BALLYMACELLIGOTT NOTES:
The senior team narrowly lost out to Churchill in a high scoring Tralee/St Brendan’s Senior League semi-final. The game ended 4-16 to 5-10 and the club wishes Churchill all the best in the final.
In the Senior County League Division 1 Round 8 the seniors will travel to take on Rathmore at 7pm on Saturday night.
The u13’s Blue team were big winners over Fossa while the Gold team defeated the same club in a tighter game. The u11’s are in Go Games action while the Academies train at the normal times. The club thanks all those who were involved in the LGFA table quiz in O’Riadas.
There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 11, 18, 25 and 28 and the next jackpot will be e14,300.
ST PAT’S UPDATE:
There was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 17, 27, 28 and 29 with the next Jackpot being e5,200. There are great numbers turning out for the Academy and the coaches are very happy with the progress of the players. Jack Galvin was the u7 Player of the Week.
The u9’s played Annascaul this week while the u10 girls were in their first Blitz of the season last week taking on Dingle and Annascaul. They are back on Sunday week at John Mitchels.
The u12’s are in Go Games action with a trip to Dingle next up. Eve O’Sullivan was the u12 Girls Player of the Week.
The u13’s went down to the combined Annascaul/Lispole side.
The u17’s who are combined with Rahillys, had a big win in the in the Central Region defeating Castlegregory 4-10 to 0-11. In the Development League Division 6 Round 4 St PatsB defeated Duagh B 1-12 to 2-05.
AUSTIN STACKS NOTES:
Well done to the Seniors who defeated Dr Crokes 2-10 to 1-11 in Round 6 of the County League while the B’s take on Duagh this weekend.
The Austin Stacks Club All Stars had another great outing in the sunshine and will be back in action at 10am this Sunday.
The Academy continues to train each week and the various ages are in Go Games action. The older age groups are in Lee Strand County League action with some having a break for their exams.
The 15’s had a big win over Kenmare
Shamrocks in the County League Division 1 final played in Killarney Legion. The club’s Kellogs Cul Camp takes place in Connolly Park from July 4th to 8th. .Lotto – there was no winner of the Lotto from the numbers drawn 3,10,19 and 25. The next jackpot will be e2450.
SUMMER SERIES OF SWIMS KICK-OFF:
Outside of the World Series which began in mid-week swims club members casually meet every Sunday at 11am in Fenit for organised swims.
TULLIG CYRNAME WINS
LEE STRAND 550:
The Lee Strand 550 is one of the big races of the year at the Kingdom Greyhound Stadium and this year’s addition was won by Tullig Cyrname. He won by 4 lengths from Ballyroyal Gatti in a time of 29.53 at a price of 4/7 favourite. The final of the Solar Beo Sweepstake will be one of the highlights on next Friday night’s card.
ROWERS IMPRESS IN BLESSINGTON:
Tralee Rowing Club members were in action at the Dublin Metropolitan Regatta in Blessington Lake which was held over 2km as part of the Grand League.
The club had some very good results with Sean Morris first in the MJ 16 1x, Morris teamed up with Conall MacThreinfir and they were first in the B final of the Men’s Division 2x earning them second in the MJ16 2x.
Rosie Giles was first in the Women’s Division 2 1x, Giles and Sadhbh Cadogan, in her first big race, were 3rd in the B Final, Paula Moloney was 5th in the B final while she and Niamh Greaney were 1st in the B final of Division 2 2x. The last time the club competed in this regatta was in 2019 when only two members took part.
MCC WIN AT THE OVAL FOR THE FIRST TIME:
County Kerry Cricket Club welcomed the MCC to the Oval and the visitors took the win hitting 209 for 9. They first played in 2017 at the official opening when Kerry won with the 2018 and 2019 games drawn.
ON THE GREENS – PITCH & PUTT: There were no medals for Kerry players at the Munster Strokeplay Championships held in Bruff but all the players put in a great effort. In the Junior grade Tralee’s Pa Byrne took seventh place after the 54 holes.
Attention now turns to the sports blue ribbon event, the National Matchplay Championships that take place in Douglas in Cork. Tralee’s Eamon Sheehy, Darren Goodall and Jason O’Regan are in action.
TRALEE GOLF CLUB:
The Lady President Mags Hayes Prize to the Men – sponsored by Eddie Enright was won by Niall Sheehy with Gavin Murphy second, Liam Bridges third and Martin Mitchell fourth. Darren O’Sullivan won the Best Gross with the Division Prizes going to Padraig Daughton, Conor Foley, Sean Waalsh Jr, Eddie Enright. The Front 9 went to Ross Dowling and the Back 9 to David Hennebery. The Men’s President’s Prize to the Ladies was won by Isabel Mancera Claro with Ailisha Daughton in second. The Best Gross went to Mary Sheehy with the Division prizes going to Mary Savage, Karen Gearon, Angela Dennihan and Mary Dowling.
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