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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TRALEE
Photos by John Cleary
in pictures!
: Kerry Samaritans and Kerry Hospice Foundation are hosting a charity cycle event on Saturday 25th September. The launch which took place on Friday last at Blennerville, kick-started what is set to be a busy run up of preparations for the event. Kerry Hospice Foundation are reliant solely on donations to keep their services running. It is hoped that the cycle event will not only raise awareness of their services but will also raise vital revenue for the continued operation of both charities. From LtoR. Samaritans
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ABOVE
Bridie O’Connell, Michael Mannix, Kerry O’Callaghan
Pat Sullivan, and Kerry Hospice Foundation Treasure Maura Sullivan and Secretary KHF Mary Shanahan.
ABOVE: Tralee men enjoy the craic at the New Klub at Kerins O’Rahillys on Friday night from left Darren Crotty, Jonathan Loughnane, Danny Leane proprietor The Klub, at Kerins O’Rahillys, Joe Duggan and John Quirke.
ABOVE: Tralee Bay Wetlands a walk in the morning enjoying the bird life and peace and quite.
ABOVE: Mark, Bridget and Molly Brady, Tralee, on a walk from Tralee, to Cockleshell Road on Saturday.
ABOVE: Sitting on the bridge below the town, are David Hegarty and on right John Power, both from Tralee, pictured at the half way mark the Lock gates, Blennerville, on their walk from Tralee.
PERMANENT HAIR REDUCTION
Nordlys by CANDELA
For many men and women HAIR REMOVAL can be a never-ending and time-consuming process. At Urban Sanctuary we provide treatments with the FDA Cleared and Award winning Candela Laser Machine. The Nordlys is the ultimate hair removal system available for both men and women. This treatment offers practically painless permanent Hair Reduction delivering soft smooth skin. We are able to treat nearly all colors of Skin, SKIN TYPES 1-5. Treatments are at 4- 6 weeks intervals.
Manor Gym Leisure Club has just upped their game!
Catriona and her team over at Zero Gravity Gym have got out of the blocks very quickly since reopening a few weeks ago .Never one for standing still , Catriona, Manageress , of the leisure centre is in the process of launching five different fitness assessment packages that will be available to both members and non -members .Last week , they launched Postural Analysis , which checks how balanced your body is and this week they launched a Range of motion assessment. Uniquely , Catriona is offering all members of their leisure club
a complimentary assessment in the week that the particular assessment is launched .
Says Catriona “Also known as ROM, this weeks assessment we are launching , is a measure of flexibility involving ligaments, tendons, muscles, bones, and joints, so testing for ROM is essential in determining fitness and in assessing possible damage. We developed our fitness assessment packages on reflection of what lockdown has come to offer all of us. There is such flexibility now available for clients to stay moving & be active. Online
trainers, classes and advice is more accessible than ever before. “
“What is still a challenge is the measure of progression. Everyone loves to be informed of how far they have come, are the scores up or down, it keeps you focused and accountable. Now at Manor West Leisure Club you can choose a component of fitness to be analysed in and receive feedback. “
If you are only starting your journey of health & fitness this is a great place to start. Often clients do not have any specific goals but know they need to do something! At least having have an analysis you can either provide the information to a trainer online or in person. You can then be reassessed for progression to measure your improvement”.
“We are doing a week by week roll out of these assessments to gradually build awareness and help educate our clients. Last week we started with Postural Analysis which was received enthusiastically. It has encouraged some clients to work a little harder at areas and muscles they had not
6th Class Graduation for Ballymacelligott!
realised were somewhat neglected. A great way to learn about your body and appreciate the demands we make on it daily. It is good to check in with yourself every now and then. Let us help you do that! “
“This week it is ROM assessments followed by another 3 to complete our packages over the next few weeks.
If you are interested in booking a 30mins Postural analysis for yourself in our leisure club give us a call 0667194512 one of our professionals will organise it for you.”
“Members of the club €25 per analysis and we are now offering to Non-members €35 per analysis. Feedback will be given to you at the end of the assessment to help you on what path to take next. We are looking forward to helping you get started.”
Photos by Joe Hanley
Aoife Reidy 6th class Pupil Scoil Nuachabháil, Ballymacelligott who graduated on 29th June 2021
Hazel Geary 6th class Pupil Scoil Nuachabháil, Ballymacelligott who graduated on 29th June 2021
Aoibháin Walsh 6th class Pupil Scoil Nuachabháil, Ballymacelligott who graduated on 29th June 2021
Moira O’Connor 6th class Pupil Scoil Nuachabháil, Ballymacelligott who graduated on 29th June 2021
Megan Ahern 6th class Pupil Scoil Nuachabháil, Ballymacelligott who graduated on 29th June 2021
Fallyn Boyle 6th class Pupil Scoil Nuachabháil, Ballymacelligott who graduated on 29th June 2021
Rachel Allman 6th class Pupil Scoil Nuachabháil, Ballymacelligott who graduated on 29th June 2021
Ruby Lynch 6th class Pupil Scoil Nuachabháil, Ballymacelligott who graduated on 29th June 2021
HELLo everyone!
& welcome back to this brand new weekly column, '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 pf 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!
WHAT DOES A SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER DO?
I have talked a lot in the last few weeks about social media, and why it is important when building a brand or business online, but I know that many of you don't have the time or interest in figuring out the world of social media, and you've thought about hiring a Social Media Manager... but what do they do? I thought I would break it down from my own perspective having working in a Social Media Agency and now having my own clients, of course, depending on who you hire, your service may vary.
Also, quick note, the purpose of hiring a SMM (social media manager) is not for followers. Wait what? Rebecca, what do you mean it's not for followers? Why am I paying them then? That seems pointless. You know why, because if all you want is big numbers to look impressive, then I can get anyone as many followers as they're willing to pay for - yes you can buy followers, people do it all the time. Having a SMM is all about building brand and an online community. So that when people search for your product / service online that yours is an appealing choice. The followers are an added bonus that will grow authentically.
So, you wanna hire a Social Media Manager, what can you expect? In my experience, a social media manager does the following:
- Consultation Call: to figure out who your brand is, what you want etc.
- Creates your accounts if you don't have them.
- Branding: has a scan of your accounts (@, bio, current content, stats etc) & makes adjustments
- Planning Content: thinking of creative and on brand ways to post online.
- Creating Content: makes content for your account, (IGTV's, stories, Reels, Posts, etc)
- Scheduling Content: planning out what content get's posted when
- Engagement: engages with comments on your content and on accounts relevant to yours.
- Posting: posts the content
- SEO: using optimized hashtags for your content
- DM's: responding to direct messages
You can hop on a 1 hour call with me and I can coach you to become your own in house social media manager.... or you can hire me to do it! If you want to discuss this more contact me at rebecca.shortt94@gmail.com with the subject line 'SOCIAL MEDIA'.
I hope you are as excited as I am for this new weekly Social Media column! I am excited to help you all become social media savvy and to learn tips and tricks along the way
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: rebecca.shortt94@gmail.com to book a call!
TECHNOLOGY CORNER
with Billy O Meara (HRI Services)
How do I protect myself from Ransomware?
Tributes pour in as Tralee mourns Pa O Shea “The Original New Yorker “
It is with the heaviest of hearts to announce to you all that our Dearest brother Pa (paddy) O’Shea” The Original New Yorker” has gone to his heavenly home. Loved and admired by all who knew him. Soar high my beloved brother until we meet again, Rest in Peace with all our Angels
Our les on our devices are very important because they hold important information about us personally and if you’re running a business, they hold information about our customers . Ransomware and viruses typically come from one of two sources: compromised websites and email attachments. A legitimate website that has been compromised can host an exploit kit that infects your machine, typically through a browser exploit. The same methodology can be used by a phishing website. A drive-by download installs ransomware and it begins encrypting your les. Make sure you have your Windows and Internet security up to date. Do not open emails that you don’t know, make sure you backup your important les then remove the USB so it doesn’t get infected. Free antivirus software is not enough to ght ransomware A good antivirus solution will deliver malware, spyware and ransomware protection with a behaviour monitoring component, besides the signature-based detection, speci cally designed for ransomware monitoring.
Fox Channels leaving Sky
”No words of mine can describe Pa , that wicked smile the happy face that Pa always had despite all he went through. I’m very proud to say Pa was my friend ,the many laughs we had following the Ireland team , the memories, the cities we have seen, thanks for all that now Pa RIP gone but not forgotten to all the family deepest sympathies”
Michael Fox O Connor
He brought the American Diner experience to us in Tralee and i loved his zest for life and never say die attitude. Sad day for our town, he is with his parents and sister again. Lovely fella and an inspirational hard working family man.
Mark Leen
We are so so sorry to hear this very sad news. I have great memories of skipping (after Spirals) into New Yorkers and having the chat with Pa.”
Madeline Foley
May Pa rest in the peace and the happiness of Heaven and may the Lord comfort all who are mourning for him.
You may have woke up yesterday to nd that some of your favourite programs have gone ! I am afraid its not good news to hear that Fox channel is leaving Sky in the UK and Ireland after 17 years!. Disney continues to withdraw from traditional television and shift its focus to its subscription based channel Disney+ . Most of its programs like The Walking Dead and War of the Worlds will now move to Disney+ .National Geographic and National Geographic Wild are also owned by Disney so hopefully the wont follow anytime soon.
Fr. Pat Crean-Lynch.
Remember all the scones Sharon and Pa used to give us on special occasions back in the day . Such lovely people
Noreen Allen
Enjoying the wonderful sunshine at Kerins O’ Rahilly’s Juvenile Academy are (back left to right) Maura O’ Connor, Edel O’ Sullivan, Caroline O’ Sullivan, Fionán O’ Brien, Vivian O’ Shea(Front )Eva O’ Shea, Rhys O’ Sullivan, Hannah O’ Sullivan and Eoin O’ Sullivan
“SNAPPED ON SOCIAL MEDIA”
We pick out some great photos posted on social media each week ...if you have any good ones please send them in... email traleeadvertiser@gmail.com or message us on our Facebook page... Enjoy !
Radleys gang give Kevin & Kerry a send off!
L TO R .Mary McCarthy , Mary Shine , Kevin O Connor ,Kerry O Mahony ,Aislinn Ní Mhanach , Marguerite Maunsell and Sean O Mahoney
Jimmy is appointed to the Chair of MTU’s Governing Body
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science
Simon Harris TD and Munster Technological University (MTU) have this week announced the appointment of Mr Jimmy Deenihan as Chairperson of MTU’s Governing Body. Mr Deenihan takes up the role on foot of a public process carried out by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science. Mr Deenihan succeeds Mr Bob Savage, who has served in the role since January 1st. Speaking today, Minister Harris said: “I want to thank Bob Savage for occupying this role and for his leadership at Cork Institute of Technology (CIT) over a long period of time. We are indebted to him for stepping into this role and helping MTU become a reality.”
“I want to congratulate Jimmy
on his new role and wish him all the best. Technological Universities are at the heart of our higher education system and I am so pleased Jimmy will be helping us on that journey. I look forward to visiting MTU over the coming months.”
MTU is Ireland’s second technological university, following the establishment of TU Dublin.
President of MTU, Prof Maggie Cusack said: “On behalf of MTU I wish to sincerely thank Bob for his utmost professionalism and dedication to MTU over the past six months, and the years before that in his capacity as Chairperson of CIT’s Governing Body. His knowledge, skills and energy have been instrumental to the establishment of MTU. It has been an honour to work with Bob and to see his incredible commitment to ensuring that MTU got off to
a strong start. He operated with the highest level of integrity and huge amount of enthusiasm, and MTU will be forever in his debt.
I also extend a warm welcome to Jimmy as our new Chairperson, for what will be a pivotal post-establishment period. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as a senior Government Minister,
opposition spokesperson in a wide range of portfolios, and long-standing public representative. I look forward to working closely with him and the rest of our Governing Body as we strive to continue the progress of MTU in fulfilling its functions, mission, and values as a Technological University.”
Gone Fishin’ on a Kerry Beach
What a Sunset in Camp on Wednesday!
AND NOW FOR THE GOOD NEWS...
from The Tralee Advertiser Team and Tralee Chamber Alliance
A Special Week for Guiney’s
Guiney’s have much to celebrate this week. Founded fifty years ago in Dublin, the family store has established itself as a firm retail favourite with the Irish consumer. Expansion has brought ten stores across Ireland with another in Belfast, employing a total of 250. In its seventeenth year, The Tralee store has recently moved into their impressive new premises and will be adding a second floor in the New Year.
As a way of saying thanks to their loyal customers over the
last half-century, Guiney’s are running some great offers in all departments, and a daily raffle for four 50€ gift vouchers from last Monday 28th June to Friday 2nd July, culminating with two special prizes of 500€ gift voucher and a 300€ hotel voucher on Friday. Guiney’s take pride in being a local store for their local communities and insist that their success owes much to their customers letting them know their needs and the dedicated staff who ensure they’re met.
Like their customers, Guiney’s staff has supported the business with its loyalty and that is worth celebrating.
Guess who has just waddled into Dingle!
That’s right a new colony of Humboldt Penguins! Not all penguins live in the snow and ice.... And Humboldt Penguins are native to Peru in South America! “However these ten penguins have joined us at Dingle Oceanworld “ says Máire , Manageress at Oceanworld Aquarium from Newquay Zoo in Cornwall, UK as part of a European breeding programme,helping to conserve and raise awareness of the of Penguin species around the world and safeguarding their future numbers.”
“Their Cornish family had the brilliant idea to name them all after types of Cheese! So if you hear our team talking about Wensleydale or Brie they aren’t discussing the lunch! “ Hope you can come and say Hello to our new feathered family members this summer!
Congratulations to Eileen and her great team. Call into Guiney’s and join the celebration.
Vintners say Govt & NPHET have ‘lost the dressing room‘!
The Vintners’ Federation of Ireland (VFI) on Wednesday afternoon met with the Taoiseach, Tánaiste and senior Government ministers to reiterate the view of publicans across the country that any plan to allow only vaccinated people access to indoor hospitality is not practical and will place publicans and their staff in an impossible position
when dealing with customers. The VFI is demanding that pubs reopen no later than 19th July.
Speaking at the Hospitality and Tourism Forum, VFI Chief Executive Padraig Cribben, said the VFI will work with Government to get pubs open but that any plan that placed the onus on publicans to check a customers’ vaccination status
would be unworkable.
He added that NPHET and Government, through their collective decision to postpone indefinitely the reopening of indoor hospitality, had “lost the dressing room”.
The Government committed to set up a small group to quickly establish a working solution to allow the sector to re-open.
HELLO YOU BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE!
This week I am going to talk about something that most of us do that affects our confidence daily, compare
COMPARISON IS THE THEIF OF JOY
I know you've all heard it before, I know it's a cliché, but it's one for a reason. We are so conditioned to compare every single aspect in our lives with someone else's, our relationships, friendships, social lives, careers, bodies, holidays, homes, personality traits, looks, etc. The list really does go on because once you get into the mindset of comparison it can be a downward spiral
But the thing is, we're not actually comparing our lives to theirs are we?
We're comparing our life to our idea of their life, an idealised version that we have made up in our head based on only what we know about a person
We don't, and will never know the full picture of a person, no matter how much they post on Instagram, so why is it so easy for us to compare ourselves?
The second you stop comparing yourself to anyone else, the second you start being grateful for what you have. Comparison, in my opinion, is the exact same as negative self talk or self deprecation, the only thing it does is make you feel bad about yourself.
So, the next time you go to compare yourself, instead, think about what you're grateful for in your life, it will make you feel a lot better, I promise.
Has this page sparked something inside of you? Are you dying to unlock the most confident version of yourself? Well... I do 1:1 online confidence coaching where you can work with me on your confidence for 8 weeks. if you are interested in Confidence Coaching, you can follow @theconfidencegame on instagram or email me: rebecca.shortt94@gmail.com
I would absolutely love to do a Confidence Q&A (100% anonymous of course), so if you have any confidence questions you can email them to rebecca.shortt94@gmail.com with the word 'CONFIDENCE' in the subject line.
For more information on what I do or if you are interested in Confidence Coaching, you can follow @theconfidencegame on instagram or email me: rebecca.shortt94@gmail.com for more information about 1:1 coaching, group coaching or masterclasses!
TRALEE ADVERTISER
HEALTHY RECIPES
A Whole Chicken on the BBQ ? Read on...
With the summer weather finally here, if you are just taking the BBQ out (or its out for a while now), Im going to show you how to BBQ a complete chicken! Yes we can all do legs, wings and marinated breasts but here’s how to cook the whole darn bird! These are my top tips ....
1. The first step is to get the wood chunks soaking for at least an hour.
2. Prepare the grill for indirect cooking
3. If you are using a gas grill have one burner on, one burner off. After your grill has preheated, brush the grates
4. Generously rub the chicken with seasoning. Make sure to pull the skin away from the breast and sprinkle some seasoning in there as well!
5. Place chicken on the center of the cooking grate, A drip pan should be placed under the chicken on the charcoal grate (not shown) to prevent the juices from dripping into the bottom of the kettle and onto the one touch system. Closing the top and bottom dampers half way should keep the grill temperature between 350-400 F.
6. The grill temperature is not as critical as checking the internal temperature of the chicken. It will take about 1 ½ hours for the chicken to reach 165 deg.
7. 6. Since you want the lid closed as much as possible, I usually check the internal temperature about 1 hour into cooking since many factors will affect cooking time… weight of chicken, outside temperature, amount/type of charcoal, etc. Maybe it comes with practice, but it just seems too easy to get a perfectly juicy5. A drip pan should be placed under the chicken on the charcoal grate (not shown) to prevent the juices from dripping into the bottom of the kettle and onto the one touch system. Closing the top and bottom dampers half way should keep the grill temperature between 350-400 F.
8. The grill temperature is not as critical as checking the internal temperature of the chicken. It will take about 1 ½ hours for the chicken to reach 74c
9. Let the chicken rest for 20 – 30 minutes before cutting. My favorite meal to make right off of the grill is a simple salad. The warm grilled chicken goes perfectly with a fresh lettuce and vegetables from the garden. Just cut a few slices right off of the breast and lay directly on top of the salad
NOELS UPDATES
With indoor now pushed back & no date given, we at CROI will contuine with both our outdoor dining & take away offerings check out the website croirestaurant.com or social media
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
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CATERING TRALEE
Siamsa Tíre’s auditions are on!
Do you have a child aged between 7 and 12? Are they interested in playing Irish music, singing traditional
If you’ve answered yes to those questions, your child might like to audition for Siamsa Tíre’s National Folk Training Academy.
This is a three-year formal educational training programme where children are trained in Irish dancing, traditional singing, music, and drama. If they are successful in the auditions, they will be invited to attend weekly classes which take place at the theatre from October until May.
This year’s auditions are taking place via online submissions and parents are asked to record their children singing a song or performing a piece of music or an Irish dance. This can then be uploaded to www.siamsatire.com/nft. The deadline for receipt of videos is July 30th.
We’re bringing high-speed fibre broadband to Tralee and surrounding areas, under the National
Check if your home, farm or business is covered by visiting our website and typing in your Eircode or address. You can also register for updates on the rollout, and find out about the broadband providers that will be offering connection to our network.
TORQUING CARS!
NEW 2023 MERCEDES CLE TO REPLACE C-CLASS AND E-CLASS COUPES AND CABRIOS
This is our first look at a brand-new, next-generation, mid-size convertible Mercedes – but it isn’t a C-Class. Auto Express understands this will be an all-new model intended as a catch-all car for the small and mid-size premium convertible market, and it’s being lined up to take on a new badge: Mercedes CLE, a nameplate the German brand has owned for a while, but recently renewed its trademark for. Brand executives have spoken in the past of a need to reduce complexity in the Mercedes portfolio, reaching a high of almost 50 vehicles in 2020 and only due to expand further still, with the rollout of EQbadged electric models.Speaking earlier in the year, Mercedes research and development boss Marcus Schafer pointed to the brand’s convertible offerings as being “high density”, with the recently axed SLC, C-Class Cabriolet and E-Class Cabriolet all vying for space in a market that isn’t a big money maker. However, Schafer admitted that from a branding perspective the coupé and cabriolet models are important; for a premium car company such as Mercedes, being in this space lays down an important marker.“We want to focus on these models,” he explained. “They have their niche and their purpose. That’s why we are going to tailor exactly the right vehicle in this segment. There’s more to come on the coupé and cabriolet side in this mid-segment but it’s going to take a little bit more time before we can speak about it.”Before the new CLE arrives in 2023, the brand will reinvent the full-size SL as a sportier and more purposeful offering using a new platform developed by AMG. Similar treatment is being lined up for the CLE. Spied on camera, it will be an all-new model, redefining a cluttered and less profitable market space than before with a distinctive look of its own. Think of it as a similar job to that undertaken by BMW with the latest 4 Series, now distant in looks from its 3 Series saloon sibling. The latest C-Class is a four-cylinder only affair and much of the CLE line-up will be too. The next C 63 model is anticipated to take on a new high-performance fourcylinder hybrid engine derived from the M139 2.0-litre turbo engine used in the A 45 superhatch. The larger S-Class, also on the MRA-2 platform, could lend a 3.0-litre turbocharged straight-six with 48-volt mild hybrid assistance, if Mercedes thinks a six-cylinder option will be necessary. While the car spied here is a four-seat convertible, Auto Express expects there will also be a fixed-roof coupé version of the CLE, though the model line-up is likely to be capped at just two, with no plans for a new mid-size four-door coupé to sit between the CLA and the CLS. (Credit AutoExpress)
NEW 2021 VOLKSWAGEN POLO GTI FACELIFT UNVEILED WITH 204BHP
The facelifted Volkswagen Polo GTI has been revealed, with the compact hot hatchback arriving with a revised 204bhp 2.0 TSI engine and more driver assistance systems.
The 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged unit also produces 320Nm of torque, and as the Polo GTI comes with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic only, with launch control the 0-62mph sprint is dispatched in 6.5 seconds. The GTI will hit a top speed of 149mph.The hot supermini is also fitted with VW’s XDS electronic differential lock as standard to help deliver a level of agility to match its straight-line performance. Unlike rivals such as the Hyundai i20 N and Ford Fiesta ST, which use mechanical locking differentials, the VW system uses torque vectoring by braking.Compared with the standard Polo, VW has reduced the GTI’s ride height by 15mm to further improve cornering ability. Adaptive dampers will be available as an option and will be linked to the four different driving modes. These include Eco, Normal and Sport, with an Individual setting allowing drivers to choose their preferred parameters for each individually configurable area.Just like the rest of the recently updated VW Polo line-up, the GTI features styling inspired more by its big brother, the Mk8 Golf. There is also more equipment usually seen on larger models, such as advanced driver assistance systems to improve safety. These include VW’s IQ.Light matrix LED headlights, IQ.Travel Assist semi-autonomous adaptive cruise control (which works from stationary to 130mph), lane assist, cross traffic alert, front assist with autonomous emergency braking and much more connectivity inside.VW’s Digital Cockpit Pro is standard, featuring a 10.25-inch display with bespoke graphics for the GTI. It’s teamed with an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, which can be upgraded to a 9.2-inch panel.Red detailing outside, a GTI trademark honeycomb grille and 17-inch alloys mark this Polo out as the most sporty variant in the line-up, with 18-inch wheels available as an option. The car is also available in five colours.Inside, sports seats with the recognisable GTI check pattern upholstery are fitted, and as the new Polo is based on the same MQB A0 platform as the regular supermini, meaning it’s only available as a fivedoor, the GTI shouldn’t be any less practical, offering easy access to the rear and a 351-litre boot.Deliveries are set to commence later this year.
LAUGHTER ....THE BEST MEDICINE !
A FORMER SERGEANT IN THE MARINE CORPS TOOK A NEW JOB AS A HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER.
Just before the school year started, he injured his back. He was required to wear a plaster cast around the upper part of his body. Fortunately, the cast fit under his shirt and wasn’t noticeable. On the first day of class, he found himself assigned to the toughest students in the school. The smart punks, having already heard the new teacher was a former Marine, were leery of him and he knew they would be testing his discipline in the classroom. Walking confidently into the rowdy classroom, the new teacher opened the window wide and sat down at his desk. When a strong breeze made his tie flap, he picked up a stapler and stapled the tie to his chest. There was dead silence… the rest of the year went quite smoothly.
KICK LIKE A MULE
A newlywed farmer and his wife were visited by her mother, who immediately demanded an inspection of the place. While they were walking through the barn, the farmer’s mule suddenly reared up and kicked the mother-in-law, unfortunately killing her instantly. At the funeral service, the farmer stood near the casket and greeted folks as they walked by. The pastor noticed that whenever a woman would whisper something to the farmer, he would nod his head “yes” and say something. Whenever a man walked by and whispered to the farmer, he would shake his head “no” and mumble a reply.
Curious, the pastor later asked the farmer what that was all about. The farmer replied, “The women would say, ‘What a terrible tragedy,’ and I would nod my head and say, ‘Yes, it was.’ The men would ask, ‘You wanna sell that mule?’ and I would shake my head and say, ‘Can’t. It’s all booked up for a year.’”
A BUS CARRYING A JAZZ BAND HAS BROKE DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY
Witnesses are reporting a massive jam
A CRUSTY OLD MAN WALKS INTO THE LOCAL LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SAYS TO THE SECRETARY,
“I
WOULD LIKE TO JOIN THIS DAMN CHURCH.”
The astonished woman replies, “I beg your pardon, sir. I must have misunderstood you.
What did you say?”
“Listen up, damn it. I said I want to join this damn church!”
“I’m very sorry sir, but that kind of language is not tolerated in this church.” And with that said, the secretary leaves her desk and walks into the pastor’s study to inform him of her situation. The pastor agrees that the secretary does not have to listen to that foul language. They both return to her office and the pastor asks the old geezer, “Sir, what seems to be the problem here?”
“There is no damn problem,” the man says. “I just won $200 million bucks in the damn lottery and I want to join this damn church to get rid of some of this damn money.”
“I see,” said the pastor. “And is this old nag giving you a hard time?”
I BOUGHT A DOG FROM THE LOCAL
BLACKSMITH TODAY
as soon as I got him home he made a bolt for the door SO MY CLOCK ONLY WENT “TICK TICK TICK”...AND I TOOK IT IN TO A GERMAN WATCHMAKER.
He looked at it menacingly and said “Ve have vays of making you tock.”
I HELPED MY FRIEND HANG A CHANDELIER IN HIS MANSION THIS MORNING
It was the high light of my day
EVERYTHING’S COMING UP ROSES! TALKING SPORT WITH THE TRALEE ADVERTISER
FAI NATIONAl P.R.O. OF THE YEAR
THREE OUT OF FOUR AINT BAD!!
Meatloaf might have sung that Two Out of Three Aint Bad (any readers under 20 will be asking who is Meatloaf!!).
However from a Kerry GAA point of view they went one better last weekend when 3 out of 4 county teams enjoyed the wins. All clubs who sent in notes congratulated the teams so we combine all their good wishes here.
Unfortunately for the Kerry Ladies they lost out in Croke Park and missed out on promotion to Division 1. The girls and management have put in a huge effort over the last two years – they were set for the League final as well last year but that fell to COVID. This year they met a Meath side who had won in Croke Park before and possibly that little bit extra experience gave them the edge.
There are a number of young players on this Kerry squad who will have gained a lot from this season and from playing in Croke Park so hopefully the squad and management can go one better next year and of course the Championship looms for them so we will see how they get on their.
There is not a lot to be said about the Kerry seniors win over Clare in a game that was over inside 20 minutes. Peter Keane and the management will have been relatively happy with the overall performance but they know much bigger tests lay ahead. And they do need to work on their kick out strategy. But they will travel to Semple Stadium to take on Munster Champions Tipperary high in confidence and I don’t expect them to even give Cork a thought until they get past their next challenge. In a three team group winning your opening game is vital and that’s what the Kerry hurlers did in their opening Joe McDonagh Cup game defeating Down. Meath are the other team in the group and a win away to the Royal county, which Kerry are certainly capable of doing, will see them reach the final. In the other Group are Kildare, Carlow and Westmeath.
The Kerry camogie side chalked up another win in a very good season for them. In the Munster Junior Camogie championship quarter final they were 17 point winner over the Cork Juniors. There is no doubt that the tough League campaign and the two wins had Kerry in perfect shape for this clash. They now face Clare in the semi-final, who got a walkover from Waterford which is disappointing to see at inter county level. The game goes ahead this week at Fedamore GAA Club in Limerick.
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KERRY 17’S AND 19’S PICK UP OPENING DAY POINTS BUT 14’SLOSE TO CORK CITY:
When the fixtures came out for the new Underage National League of Ireland season all three sides were handed tough draws. The Kerry 14’s welcomed Cork City to Christy Leahy Park and while the visitors ran out 6-0 winners credit must also go to the Kerry boys who battled hard after conceding all the goals in a tough 20 minute spell in the first half. Kerry will take a lot of positives into their game this Saturday away to Waterford.
The Kerry 17’s and 19’s were both on the road and both sides brought home a point which was a very good start to their campaigns. The 17’s were in Kildare to face Klub Kildare and drew 1-1 thanks to a Cianan Cooney penalty. The 19’s went 1-0 up in the second half in their game away to Shelbourne thanks to a Daniel Okwute goal but the home side equalised 12 minutes later. Both sides are at home this weekend with the 17’s taking on Cobh Ramblers on Saturday and the 19’s welcoming Galway United on Sunday. Both games kick off at 2pm in Mounthawk Park. LoI: Staying with the League of Ireland and Tralee’s Gary O’Neill and his Shamrock Rovers teammates are involved in a cracking Premier Division campaign with the Hoops, St Patrick’s Athletic and Sligo Rovers all tied on 35 points after 18 games.
Rovers are at home to Dundalk this Friday night before they turn their attention to Europe. They play Slovan Bratislava away on July 7th and at home on July 13th in the UEFA Champions League 1st qualifying round. And there was great news for Gary this week as he was named June Player of the Month.
The action continues in the Kerry District League and Kerry Schoolboys and Girls Leagues summer competition’s with finals in the underage competitions pencilled in for the week after next.
PARNELL’S NEWS:
There are a few places left on the 4 Day Camp from Monday July 19th to Thursday 22nd running from 10am to 1pm. The camp is for boys and girls from 6 to 14’s and bookings can be made through Clubforce.
There was a great crowd at the u7’s Academy with Tadgh McElligott and Rian O’Shea named as Players of the Week. The u12 Girls had a great win over Spa Killarney while the Amber side enjoyed their challenge against the Abbeykillix combination.
The 13 Boys saw off Parnells 4-04 to 3-04 in the North Kerry U13 Championship. The u14’s were unlucky to go down away to Killarney. From a great team performance Maeve Trant, Rachel Sargent and Anna Chute
stood out. The u15 boys went down to Ballyduff.
The girls were in the u16B County Camogie Final and put in a great effort against a well drilled Killarney team.
The Minors played Rathmore in Keel, a new venue for hurling, winning 3-12 to 0-07 to make it three wins from three.
The Seniors welcomed Kilmoyley to Caherslee for Round 2 of the Division 1 of the Senior Hurling League with the visitors taking the win.
JOHN MITCHELS NEWS:
There was a great turn-out for all the Academy teams who are really enjoying their training in the glorious sunshine.
The u8’s and u10’s moved off the Astro and onto the grass. The Academy continues at the regular times each week. The u12 girls are looking forward to their next North Kerry League games after two narrow losses. The u14 Girls went down at home to Churchill in the County League Division 2. They travel to Scartaglin on Sunday.
The u11’s were at home on Thursday night. The u12 Gold side defeated Laune Rangers 4-13 to 3-09. The Green side lost out to Laune Rangers 5-07 to 5-22.
The u15’s travelled to Fossa going overcame their hosts by a large margin while the u17’s suffered a narrow loss to Na Gaeil in their last County League game.
The senior ladies defeated Beale in their first game of the season while the Senior Men are waiting for confirmation of their home game against Spa.
AUSTIN STACKS NEWS:
The club is hosting a free training course with the expert tuition coming fro9m the Tralee Red Cross.
The u7’s, 8’s and 9’s are showing great improvements and enjoying the Stacks Academy. They train at the regular times again this week as do all the other age groups. The U9’s welcomed Kerins O’Rahillys and really enjoyed their visit. The u11’s took three teams to Killorglin and will also have games this week. The u12’s took on the Legion in Round 3 of the Lee Strand County League with the Killarney side taking the win in both the A and B games. The two teams take on Laune Rangers on Sunday with the B’s throwing in at 5.30pm in Division 9 and the A’s starting at 7pm. The u15’s defeated Rathmore to pick up another two County League points.
The Austin Stacks Camps are back after a year of absence. They are on in Connolly Park from August 3rd to the 7th costing e50 per player. Names will be taken on the morning of the camp. Keep an eye out for the clubs biggest fundraiser – the British Open Golf Challenge starting on July 15th with entry forms available from club officers.
KERINS O’RAHILLYS NOTES:
The club is in for a busy weekend with the next round of the County League at home to Waterford while the Minors travel to Ballylongford. In the Tralee/ St Brendan’s District Board Junior League the ‘B’ side went down to Austin Stacks. In other games the u20’s lost to Gneeveguilla while the minors went down Laune Rangers 0-13 to 0-20. There were great numbers at all the underage Academies for the boys and girls and they will train again this weekend – hopefully in continuing good weather. The u9’s were hosted by Stacks whiloe the u10 girls travel away to Na Gaeil this Sunday.
The Summer Camp will run from August
3rd to 6th from 10.30am to 2pm with bookings now being taken and details from the club.
The u12’s came up against a very strong Beaufort side and played Abbeydorney in mid-week. The u16 Girls had a very good win over Abbeydorney. And the senior ladies are also celebrating with a North Kerry League win over Ballymac B.
Lotto-there was no winner from the numbers drawn 22, 23, 29 and 30 with the next jackpot being e8,900.
BALLYMAC NOTES:
The seniors travel to Listry in Round 3 of the League with a 7.30pm throw-in on Saturday. The minors (u17’s) had a big win over Firies while the u15’s Division 9A Gold team were big winners over Dr Crokes with keeper Luke Griffin having a very good game and was only beaten once.
The Division 3A Blue team defeated Churchill while the Gold team lost out by a point against Na Gaeil having had a goal disallowed and an effort coming back off the crossbar. The u11’s had a good win in their GO Games clash with Ballymac.
In the women’s section the Senior Blue side lost out away to Listowel while the Gold side were well beaten by Rahillys. The u16’s were in a high scoring clash with Southern Gaels before just losing out in the end. The 12’s girls also had their scoring boots on defeating Currow 5-10 to 4-08.
In the Play Ball Jackpot there was no winner from the numbers drawn 11, 16, 18, 31 and the next jackpot will be e9700.
CYCLING NEWS:
There was no luck for Tralee Manor West’s Rebecca Sheehy in the u16’s race at the 3rd Round of the Munster Juvenile League. The next round is on at the Killarney Race Course this Tuesday July
ON THE GREEN’S
TRALEE GOLF CLUB – The Tralee Golf Club was resplendent for the Kerry Group Kerry Scratch Cup. The winner was Portumna’s Sam Murphy. Murphy, who is heading to Grand Canyon University, Arizona, in September eased to a 10 shot victory which was very impressive as conditions were difficult during the three rounds.
MAINE VALLEY GOLF CLUB- In the Singles V-Par competition sponsored by Mac Waste Management the winner was Eamon Sheehan with DonaL Piggott in second and Michael Murtagh in third. The Gross was won by Joe Kennedy with Tim O’Neill winning the Senior competition.
PITCH & PUTT – Over 80 players took part in Round 3 of the Bob Casey Tournament hosted by Castleisland. The home side took the 10 points with a 218 total with the Tralee P&P club in second on 220 for 9 points ahead of Listowel, Deerpark and Newmarket.
It was good night for the Tralee club with Alan Hobbart taking the Gross win on 45 while Jamie Blake and Roger Guthrie both hit holes in one at the 9th and 15th holes.
with “The Voice” Pat Harnett
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