West & mid kerry live issue 171

Kerry Live

ISSUE / E ISIÚINT 171

West & Mid

4ú - 18ú Feabhra 2016

Corca Dhuibhne Beo

Essential Community News and Event Guide For West & Mid Kerry.

Nuacht, Imeachtaí & Eolas Cuí do Chiarraí Thiar & Chiarraí Lár

Dingle To Killorglin Castlegregory to Cromane

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Clogher: Mossy Donegan

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San Eagrán Seo / In This Issue

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pg 7 : Storm Festival Programme

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pg 8 : What’s Going On? Pg 12: Farming News Pg 15: Excerpts From A Dingle Diary Pg 18: Paddy Bawn and The American Civil War pg 21 : Dingle Walking Festival Programme pg 25 - 31: Wedding Feature pg 38: Nutrition with Irene Ní Fhlannúra

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pg 44 : Dingle Cookery School Recipe pg 36: Anso ‘s Ansúid i gCorca Dhuibhne

News from The Marts Dingle

pg 48: Ó Mhárthain Pg 50: Crosfhocal Sean Nós

General Sheep & Cattle Sale Saturday, February 6th commencing with sheep sale at 11.30

Pg 52: Live Music Listings Pg 54: Crossword

Milltown

To Advertise Contact us on 066-9150530

Sheep sales fortnightly. Next sheep sale Tuesday 9th February.

Next general cattle sale Saturday 13th February at 11.30am. Opening calf sale 23rd February DINGLE 066 91 51586 M I LLTOWN: 066 97 67309

Lorcán: 086-1737944 Mossy: 087-2149327 Email: westkerrynews@gmail.com or check us out on Facebook www.westkerrylive.ie

Essential / Emergency Local Numbers Uimhreacha áitiúla riachtanacha / Uimhreacha éigeandála

IONAID LEIGHIS / MEDICAL CENTRES:

Clinic Cois Abhann, Spa Road , Dingle 066 9151465 Ionad Leighis An Daingin The Mall, Dingle, 066 9152225., Dr. T. Sills, Castlegregory, 0667139226 Mon-Fri, 9:15am to 1:00 pm Saturday, by appointment. Emergencies Doctor’s Surgery Annascaul, West Inch 066-9157227, SouthDoc: 1850 335 999 for all calls between 6.00pm to 8.00am Killorglin Health Centre, Killorglin, Tel: 066 976 1284 Dr Valerie Collins .Market St, 066 976 1253 Cronin, Dr Ann Beach Tree Lodge, Market St, Killorglin (066)9761014 Prendiville, Wm (Killorglin) Cluincorrig, Killorglin (066)9761149 Prenderville Edmond Daly’s Lane, Killorglin (066)9761072 Prenderville Edmond Coolmore Laharn, Killorglin (066)9761512 Milltown Health Centre Milltown (066)9767113

IONAD TRÉIDLIACHTA / VETERINARY SURGERY Brendan O’ Connell, Spa Rd., Dingle. Tel (066) 9151814

EIGEANDÁIL / EMERGENCY:

Police, Fire, Ambulance, Coast Guard: Tel: 112 or 999.

These numbers are free of charge but should only be used in cases of genuine emergencies.

STÁISIÚN NA NGARDAÍ / GARDA STATIONS

Annascaul Garda Station,. Tel: +353 66 9157102 Dingle Garda Station, Tel: +353 66 9151522 Castlegregory Garda Station,Tel: +353 66 7139690 Garda Station, Killorglin, Tel: +353 66 976 1113

FIACLÓIRÍ / DENTISTS

Corkery-Johnson Linda BDS NUI Upper Main St Dingle Co. Kerry (066) 9152333 2 West Kerry Live

Long Bryan G B. Dent. Sc. Main st. Upr .Dingle (066)9151527 Timothy Lynch Dental Surgery, Langford st, Killorglin, 066 97 61831 Mac Domhnaill Dental, Tralee, 066-7121457 / 087-1319792

CLÁR-AMA BUS / BUS TIMETABLES:

Bus Station, Killarney, Co. Kerry. (064) 30011 Bus Station, Tralee, Co. Kerry. (066) 7164700

POITIGÉIRÍ / CHEMISTS:

The Village Pharmacy, Castlegregory, 066-7139646 Walsh John, Pharmacy Green st. Dingle (066)9151365 O’Keeffe Pharmacy Ltd . Strand St.(066)9151310 Grogan’s Pharmacy, Spa Rd, Dingle (066)-9150518 O’Dohertys Pharmacy, Bridge Street, Milltown (066)-9767305 Laune Pharmacy Bridge St Lower, Killorglin 066 976 1131 Mulvihill Pharmacy Ltd, Main St, Killorglin, Phone : 066 976 1115 O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy, Mill Road, Killorglin, Phone : 066 976 2111 O Sullivans Pharmacy 6 Bridge Street, Milltown, 066 9795915

OIFIG TURASÓIREACHTA / TOURIST OFFICES

Dingle - An Daingean Phone: +353(0)669151188 Castlegregory - Talor’s Row, Strand Street, 066-7139422 Ionad Eolais Clochán 087 4552911

OPTICIANS / RADHARC-EOLAÍ

Ó Domhnaill Opticians, Mail Rd., Dingle, (066) 9152863

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL (SVP) WEST KERRY AREA Annascaul : 089-4259294 Dingle : 086-0203501 Castlegregory/ Cloghane : 087-1647788 Ballyferriter : 066-9156124 Tralee Office -066 -7128021

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People Of The Year Awards

You Name It And We’ll Engrave It

At the Awards ceremony in the Dingle Bay Hotel on Friday 29th January John Sheehy was named Person Of The Year for his tireless voluntary work in the community.

Slate & Wood House Signs, Trophies & Plaques engraved.

John and the other category winners were each presented with handcrafted awards made by Dingle Crystal Those honoured with awards on the night were: Sports Awards - Jack Kennedy Young Person - Josie Knight

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Talent - Fr Hickey Posthumous- Tomás Aghas

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From left, Mark Murphy (representing Dingle Food Festival), Philip King of Other Voices, John Sheehy, Fr Tomás Ó hIcheada (Aisteoirí Bréannainn) & Maireád Ashe Moriarty, descendant of Tomás Ághas.

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West Kerry invasion of Donnybrook!

Noirin Ní Chrualaoich, Roisin Ní Luing, Marie Sheehy, Gillian Ní Bhrian, Lís Ní Chíobháin and Roisín Uí Loinsigh in the Late Late Show studio to support Walking On Cars who served up a scintillating performance on the night.

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Sessions From The Shop This weeks session from the Dingle Record Shop comes from the John Byrne Band. John is a Dubliner based in the U.S. whose influences range from The Chieftains to Planxty to Bob Dylan, and his songwriting honours and expands upon the musical and lyrical traditions of his native and adopted homes.

Make sure to tune in at www.sessionsfromtheshop.com Walking On Cars debut album available instore on CD and Vinyl

Opening Hours: Monday - Saturday 11am - 5pm

60 Seconds with

Gary Curran What was your first job?

Newspaper round What is your favourite film?

Full Metal Jacket What is your favourite book?

Shantaram - Gregory David Roberts What Was The First CD / Tape / Record You Bought?

Michael Jackson - “Bad” What was your favourite holiday?

Brazil What is your favourite drink?

Heineken Who is your favourite actor?

Philip Seymour Hoffman Who is your sporting hero?

Rugby player Josh Brennan Two things you’d bring to a desert island?

A Plumber and an electrician What’s your favourite saying?

What goes around comes around

Dingle Film Club Open to Everyone 8.45pm Tuesday Nights

The feature at the film club on Tuesday 9th February will be “The Revenant”.

The film is inspired by the experiences of frontiersman and fur trapper Hugh Glass in 1823 Montana and South Dakota. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Glass and co-stars Tom Hardy, Domhnall Gleeson, and Will Poulter.

Nominated for 12 Academy Awards the film has been lavished with praise for it’s stark beauty and uncomprimising treatment of it’s subject matter.

The following week on Tuesday 16th February the feature will be “The Danish Girl”.

A fictitious love story loosely inspired by the lives of Danish artists Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener. Lili and Gerda’s marriage and work evolve as they navigate Lili’s groundbreaking journey as a transgender pioneer.

The film stars Eddie Redmayne as Lili Elbe, one of the first known recipients of sex reassignment surgery and his performance provides another sterling example of just how deeply he can immerse himself into a role.

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Comhaontas Turasóireachta Chorca Dhuibhne / Dingle Peninsula Tourism Alliance

Féile na Stoirme Storm Festival 5th, 6th & 7th February 2016

Be a part of the Dingle Peninsula’s inaugural Storm Festival 2016 “The Calm before our Seasonal Storm” This is the Festival for Us All to have Fun Filled Drama, Action & Music

Singing Up a Storm / Amhráin chun Stoirme

Friday 5th February St. James Church, Dingle @ 7.30 pm • Cór Chorca Dhuibhne • Tricia Moriarty • St. Mary’s Choir with Soloists Bill & Peter • Dingle Peninsula Gospel Choir • Banna Ceoil Cheann Trá

Storm Photo Exhibition Taispeántas Grianghrafanna i/at Castlegregory Club Rooms, Village Centre • Friday – 2pm to 6pm • Saturday – 12 noon to 5pm • Sunday – 10am to 2pm For Photographers to join in, please contact Marcia on (087) 169 3493

The Dingle Peninsula Storm Chases (2 Car Treasure Hunts) Tóraíochtaí Stoirme Chorca Dhuibhne (Tóraíocht Taisce i nGluaisteáin)

Full of High Excitement, Blustery Clues, Windy Tales, Cosy Curiosities & Lots of Things You Didn’t Know About!

Ní dhein beagán eolais aon díobháil d’éinne riamh!

1 Dingle Peninsula West / Iarthar Duibhneach

Saturday Registration from 10.30am to 12 Noon at the Pier, Dingle Allow 2 to 2.5 hours for this fun event

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Dingle Peninsula East & North Shore Oirthear Duibhneach agus an Leith Triúch

Sunday Registration from 10.30am to 12 Noon at the following locations: O’Connor’s Guesthouse & Bar, Cloghane; Castlegregory Tourism Office, Castlegregory Club Rooms (beside the Spar Supermarket); O’Dwyers Filling Station, Camp; South Pole Inn & Hanafin’s Bar, Annascaul; & The Pier, Dingle Allow 3.5 to 4 hours for this fun event

Follow your clues and enjoy your Sunday Lunch enroute!

Prizes Go leor!

Siúlóid na Stoirme / Storm Walk – Séipéilín Ghallaruis / Gallarus Oratory

“A building that survived thousands of storms”

Saturday Afternoon 2.30 to 4pm from Gallarus Oratory Guided Walk by Seamus Kelliher including a Colourful Welly Competition! (Sea ambaiste, buataisí daite!)

“Stoirmeacha agus Anachain Chorca Dhuibhne Annalód” “Historical Storms of the Dingle Peninsula” Saturday 4.30 to 5.30pm in St. James’s Church,Dingle Featuring

Daithí de Mordha

“Tis an Ill Wind: Storms, Wrecks & Weather in West Kerry”

Doctor Conor Brosnan

“Admiral Syllverius Moriarty & the 1872 Atlantic Storm”

Stoirm ar do Phláta /Cooking Up a Storm in Castlegregory Club Rooms, Village Centre

Saturday Evening at 6pm 3 Course Dinner @ €12pp Tickets available at Castlegregory Info. Office (066) 713 9422 – Book Tickets in Advance due to limited capacity

Caint na Stoirme Storm Talk, Ceoil & Dráma

Saturday Night – Halla Le Chéile, Cloghane at 8.30pm • Welcome Music by Scoil Náisiúnta An Chlochán • Port Yarrock Wreck by Sheila Mulcahy • Hy-Breasal Theatre Company presents ‘The Pure of Heart’ by John B. Keane €5.00 per person €10 per family

Siúlóid The Ship Wreck Walk - Fermoyle to Maharees

Seimineár Turasóireachta “Tourism Challenges & Opportunities on the Dingle Peninsula”

Sunday Morning at 10.30am sharp (due to tides) from Fermoyle Beach In association with Dingle Hillwalking Club & Cumann Sléibhteoireacht an Leith-Triúigh - Everyone Welcome

Eoghan Corry

“Strange Storm Strandings of Loggerhead Turtles & More”

Saturday 11.30am in St. James’s Church, Dingle – Tourism Seminar Featuring Editor, Travel Extra- Business Travel News Journalist of the Year “Corca Dhuibhne’s Place in the World of Tourism”

Professor Enda McGovern

Associate Professor of Marketing at Sacred Heart University ‘Tourism and Sustainability: What the Future Might Look Like?”

Susan Vickers -Clean Coasts South West ‘Protecting Our Coastline’

Sunday Morning at 11.30am in Dingle Oceanworld, Mara Beo 30 Minute Talk By Louise Overy, Head Aquarist

“Tom Crean & Antarctic Storms”

Sunday From 12 Noon at the South Pole Inn, Annascaul Informal Talks from 12 noon by Gary Percival throughout the afternoon.

Note: Please visit www.dingle-peninsula.ie/storm-festival or www.facebook.com/corcadhuibhne to keep up to date with any late ammendments or additions to the programme

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What’s Going On? Cad atá ar siúl?

Drumming classes at the Percussion Workshop Mondays - Adult beginners. Tuesdays - Kids (all ages). Wednesdays - Teenagers and also on Wednesday - Splanc-The Dingle Carnival Band. Info and bookings: Martin 0872808633 Karate (Shorinji Kempo). Classes in this original Japanese martial art takes place in Girls primary School hall. every Tue. . @ 6.00 pm -7-45pm and Sat. 10am - 11.30am. Paidi 087 7735815 Tinteán Ceoil - Live Music. Gach Luan ag 7.30 i.n. Fáilte roimh chách!

Every Monday in Ionad Cultúrtha sa Chlochán (next to O’Donnell’s pub) at 7.30 p.m.. Entry fee €5 adults €2 children which includes refreshments.

Everybody welcome!

Annascaul ICA. 4 February- Craft Night, hand in Cross Stitch for Competition-Craft/Crac Night.

18 February- Needle Punching.

New Members welcome! Why not call in some Thursday evening and experience the friendship, enjoyment & personnel development. See what ICA has to offer. For more information from Anne 0862647443 or Elizabeth 0862663186 Ciorcal comhrá tosnaithe i dTig Mike Uí Néill, An Cam. An chéad Deardaoin don mhí ó 9.30pm ar aghaidh, failte roimh cách.

Pat Kearney

Domestic Appliance Repair

Washing Machines - CookersTumble Dryers - Fridge Freezers - Dishwashers

Eaglaise na hÉireann/The Church of Ireland (Anglican/Episcopalian) Dingle Union Service times every Sunday Kilgobbin Church, Camp: 10am Sunday School on First Sundays All Year Round. St.James Church, Dingle:12 noon

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Dingle Hillwalking Club - Weekly outings on Sundays. Meeting outside Garveys Supervalu @10am. Guests welcome subject to having proper walking gear, i.e. good hiking boots with ankle protection, decent rain jacket, hat, gloves etc. For the club`s full walk schedule please log on to our website: www.dinglehillwalkingclub.com .Off schedule walk routes for the alternate Sundays are decided on the previous Saturday subject to the weather forecast etc.

Christian Fellowship. Christian Fellowship. Monthly Service of Praise, Prayer & Bible Teaching. The Last Sunday of each month at 7:30 at Gairdin Mhuire Day Care Centre, Green St. Dingle. Also Home Bible discussion group. The 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:30 at Beenbawn Cottage, Binn Ban, Dingle and the last Thursday of each month at 7:30 at 14 Cluain Na Fiadh, Deerpark, Lispole. Further information from Laurence 064 663 1613 or Brid 087 313 8957 or Maureen 086 177 1117 Whist - Annascaul every Wednesday night at 8pm in the Community Centre All welcome Tá cruinnithe Al-Anon a tionóltar de ghnáth gach Aoine i Ré Nua, Sraid Eoin, An Daingean, curtha ar ceal go bhfógrófar a mhalairt.

Al-Anon meetings usually held every Friday in Ré Nua, John Street, Dingle, are suspended until further notice.

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Window / Door Sales, Repairs & Glass Replacement Handles, hinges, locks, patio rollers, letterboxes etc.

Replace all fogged & broken double and single glazed units.

BINGO in CYMS Killorglin every Sunday at 8.30pm, in Milltown Hall every Monday at 8.30pm and Wednesday at 8.30 in Glenbeigh Community Centre Dingle branch of the Catholic Grandparents Association meets at 8pm on the first Wednesday of every month in Gairdín Mhuire Centre, Green Street, Dingle. All welcome!

Ph. Mike 086-4043901

Breast Feeding support. La Leche league of Dingle: Informal meetings held on the second Thursday of every month at the West Kerry Community Hospital, Dingle at 10.30am.

Welcome all interested women.

For more information/telephone support call Fiona 087-9711342 or Sylvia 087-6636635

Dingle Farmers Market: Every Fri. from 9.00am to 2.30pm in the Holy Ground Carpark Milltown Farmers’ Market, is on every Saturday of the year from 10 to 2 in the Old Church in Milltown. We are also indoor and with plenty parking facilities We have live music every Saturday from around 11 o’clock onwards and there is also a library (Solais) on the premises.

Free english lessons for the unemployed in the old monastery , Dingle every Monday from 6 -8 pm call bill 086 8159881

Dingle Cycling Club have weekly cycles every Saturday morning departing from Dingle Marina at 9am and Sunday morning at 10am.

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Suathaireacht Feabhais 's Spóirt

Clean Air Information Evening in Kerry Monday 8th February 2016, 7.30pm Killarney Avenue Hotel, Killarney Speakers: Prof. John Wenger, UCC Sharon Cosgrove , CEO, Asthma Society of Ireland Éinne atá suim acu rang Aos Oideachas rang Ealaíne nó Griangrafadoireacht a dhéanamh, is féidir leat teagmháil le Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne @ (066) 9150055 Anyone interested in taking Art Class, or Photography Class in Adult Education, please contact Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne @ 066) 9150055

Art Classes in Annascaul

For Adults and Kids Drop - In (times flexible): Adults Beginners - Mon 7 - 9 Kids - Weds 3.30 - 4.30. Sat - 10 -11am Call Abe: 087-2975588

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Add your name to the petition by visiting www.asthma.ie and help ensure lower air pollution in Ireland and improved health outcomes for us all!

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Camp Juniors FC NATIONAL CUP – Making History

Sat 30th January 2016 will be a day to remember in the club’s history as our U13 team managed to advance to the last 16 of the National Cup with a 2-0 win over visitors Peake Villa FC from Thurles…..we have never had a team in the last 32 of the competition before this season and here we are finding ourselves playing Portlaoise AFC in a couple of weeks for a place in the quarter finals. These places are normally only for the established city clubs and sometimes our own strong clubs in Kerry but it is indeed rare to see a small rural club achieve this level of success. A big congrats to all involved, coaches, players and the huge support that has been there from parents. What is all the more rewarding is that this U13 squad are drawn from all corners of the peninsula, Castle, Camp, Annascaul, Ventry, Dingle and Lispole… young lads coming together to enjoy their sport.

Camp Juniors FC 2 – 0 Peake Villa AFC Hard really to believe...a team from Camp Juniors through to the last 16 of the National Cup....now you have been offered great odds on that at the start of the season...and yet on Saturday last in at Mounthawk Park the Juniors carved out a 2-0 win over Tipperary side Peake Villa FC. Not a great display by the Juniors in pure football terms as their midfield seemed to surrender ground for much of the game but it was a gritty, organised defence that offered few if any openings to the Villa.....And when you have a player of the calibre of Maurice O’ Connell (Castle) in your No. 9 spot you are always going to create chances. And so it was, 15 minutes in, ball spilled and in there among 6 Peake Villa players Maurice hit the net. Pressure contained and 1-0 at half time!

More of the same in the second half as Peake started to press forward but a harrying Maurice nipped in for another as he calmly slotted past the advancing keeper from 35 yards.

The Villa pressed on, their number 7 being very impressive in the middle of the park but a solid defence led by captain Caolán O Connell and Alain Beaujouan (both Caste) were letting nothing pass. Keeper Gavin O Brien (Camp) was in top form!!

A great win for Camp Juniors!! A great win for our small clubs....an afternoon to remember.

The history-making Camp Juniors Under 13s Back Row (L-R): Donal Crean (Camp), Oisín Smailes (Dingle), Coleman O Meara (Camp), Caolán O Connell (Castlegregory), Aodhán O Connor (Ventry), Thomas O Donnell, Cian Cronin, Alain Beaujouan (All Castlegregory) Front Row (L-R): Michael Casey (Annascaul), Maurice O Connell (Castlegregory), Cian Griffin, Gavin O Brien (Camp), James Hanafin, Cathal Donovan (Annascaul), Owen Garvey (Castlegregory), Cian Wright (Lispole)

U16 Division 1 - 30.01.16 Mastergeeha FC 1 - 3 CAMP JUNIORS FC Great to see the 16’s hitting form again after a very slow start to the season. Last Saturday they traveled out to Murt Park in Mastergeeha to take on the league leaders.

But there was to be no 6th win as the Juniors came back well after going a goal down. Killian Falvey (Annascaul) playing in a new role up front was to equalise before half time and in a gritty second half with action end to end it was Colm Moriarty (Annascaul) who was prised open the lead for Camp. Jack Farrell, (Camp) back from injury was to seal the win with 10 minutes to go.

Most encouraging for the coaches was the strong team performance and best for the Juniors on the day, Colm Moriarty in the centre of the pitch and again Fionn Cullinane (Cloghane) who had another great performance in goals Fixtures - 06.02.16 U11 Blitz: CAMP JUNIORS FC, Mastergeeha, Tralee Dynamoes, Killarney Ath. (KO @ 2pm - Mastergeeha) U13 Premier: Park A v CAMP JUNIORS FC (KO @ 12.15pm – St Brendan’s Park) U16 Div 1: CAMP JUNIORS FC v Asdee (KO @ 12 noon – Camp Sportsfield) Training Training for all squads on the Astro (Camp Sportsfield) with times as follows: Tuesday - U16 (6.30 ~ 8.00pm) Wednesday - U13 (5.00 ~ 7pm), U14 (7 ~ 8pm) Thursday – U12/11 & U10/9 (6 ~ 7pm), Saturday - U7~U8 (10~11.30am) New players are always welcome.

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Annascaul Notes

Call for 1916 Memorabilia

Noel Spillane

Gents: 1st Michael Rohan, 2nd Pat Rohan, 1st Interval: Bridie Lyne, 2nd Interval: Eileen Galvin.

As part of 1916 celebrations at Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne the school are requesting the loan of any 1916 memorabilia for commemoration events taking place in the school from the 2nd to 6th May, 2016.

We will gladly accept any submissions relating to 1916 memorabilia from the Corca Dhuibhne area and outside. Sample items include: photographs, slides, film, postcards, correspondence, scrapbooks, newspaper articles; programs, publications, newsletters, flyers, booklets, posters, banners, Medals, ribbons, pins, costume, original flags.

Mystery:Nora Devine, Mary O’Toole, Raffle:1st Dora Moriarty, 2nd Breda Baker, 3rd Tommy O’Toole, 4th Joan Sayers, 5th Martin Courtney.

Items must be submitted to Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne on or before April 25th, 2016.

Annascaul Community Alert.

Annascaul community alert meeting to set up text alert system on Sat.6th Feb in community centre 8pm presented by Garda Liz Galvin & Diarmuid Cronin Muintire na tire all welcome Whist.

Results for 27/1/16 Ladies: 1st Seamus O’Donnell,2nd Ann Moss, 1st Interval: Nora Walshe, 2nd Interval: Marie Halloran.

Annascaul ICA. 4 February- Craft Night, hand in Cross Stitch for Competition-Craft/Crac Night.

For more information contact Eamonn, Geraldine or Deirdre at Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne on pcd07.ie or 06691510055

Art Lessons.

Tá Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne ag iarraidh éarraí cuimhneacháin 1916 a bhailliú le haghaidh imeachtaí do Cheiliúradh 1916 a bheidh ar siúl sa scoil don tseachtain 2ú - 6ú Bealtaine, 2016. Ba bhréa linn rudaí ón am a fháil ar iasacht a bhaineann le Corca Dhuibhne nó lásmuigh. Samplaí is ea grianghrafanna, sleamhnáin, scannán, cartaí poist, cumarsáide/ litreachta, nuachtán, cláir, billeoige eolais, postaeir, boinn, feistis, bratanna, fífeanna.

Art lessons are being held in Annascaul. Community Centre every Friday 6.30-7.30. For further information contact Abe Boland Ph. 0872975588.

Is feidir na rudaí a thabhairt chuig Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne ar nó roimis 25ú Aibreain, 2016

18 February- Needle Punching.

New Members welcome! Why not call in some Thursday evening and experience the friendship, enjoyment & personnel development. See what ICA has to offer. For more information from Anne 0862647443 or Elizabeth 0862663186

Scoil Bhreac Chluain.

Congratulations to the schools U13 team who won 1st place in the Credit Union Quiz and to the U11 team who came 2nd.

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tion by leasing out such consolidated entitlements on a long term basis.

Louis Murchan

Glas I And Ii Actions And Deadlines

Income Tax Measures:

Please note that these do not purport to give a definitive legal interpretation of the various measures and individuals may wish to seek professional advice if availing of them.

Many farmers have received their approval letter for GLAS I and Acceptance letters are winging their way to 11,300 GLAS II applicants are we write.

With this comes the obligation to fulfil many options some of which are easy, while all are beneficial to the environment. Some of the quirkier ones are also the easier ones to complete, it being possible to complete these tasks over a weekend. Many have worries about the following design, so get out your glasses and examine the following:

Exemption of Certain Income from Leasing of Farm Land

Bat Boxes

Income Averaging Farming

The Objectives of this option is to improve biodiversity in the farming landscape and replace habitats lost through changes in farming practice.

Bats also play an important role in farm pest management as they feed on midges, flies and other potential pest species.

An indicative list of the income tax measures that are available to the farming sector are listed here, along with a brief explanation (updated for changes introduced in Budget 2015).

Capital Allowances • Capital Allowance for Farm Buildings and Other Works • Capital Allowance for Milk Quota Purchase Relief for Increase in Carbon Tax on Farm Diesel Stock Relief • 25% General Stock Relief on Income Tax • 100% Stock Relief on Income Tax for Certain Young Trained Farmers • 50% Stock Relief on Income Tax for Registered Farm Partnerships • Relief for Stock Transfer due to discontinued Farming Trade Profits from Occupation of Woodlands Special Treatment of Profits from Compulsory Disposal of Livestock • Income Averaging for Compulsory Disposal of Livestock • Stock Relief for Compulsory Disposal of Livestock Exemption of Certain Income from Leasing of Farm Land This is a long standing relief, designed to encourage longer term leases of farm land. The lease must have a minimum definite term of five years or more to qualify for relief. There have been a number of modifications to this measure since it was introduced initially in 1985.

With effect from 1 January 2015 the amount of income that may be exempted under a qualifying long term lease has been increased by 50% and a fourth threshold has been introduced for lease periods of 15 or more years with income of up to €40,000 being exempted.

Where one or more qualifying leases are entered into, some on or after 1 January 2015 and some at any other time (i.e. prior to 1 January 2015) then the amount of the exemption is limited, in aggregation, to the following:

This action is to help to replace natural roost locations for bats that have been removed through the changes in farming practice. It will help to conserve some of the nine bat species found in Ireland. All Irish bat species are protected by the 1976 Wildlife Act and 2000 amendment and the EU Habitats Directive.

Bat boxes are most likely to be used if located in areas where bats feed.

Bats in particular favour hedgerows and treelines as navigation routeways and feeding sites. Areas where bats can be spotted zipping around in the evenings are suitable sites to locate a bat roost box. Install new bat roost boxes in groups of at least three boxes per tree or three boxes per post or three boxes per building. The boxes in each location must face in different directions. Bat Roost Boxes must be in place by 31st March for GLAS I and 31st July for GLAS II applicants. The maximum number of Bat boxes is 15, in groups of a minimum of three boxes per tree or per post or per farm building. The location must be clearly marked on the map and must be maintained in the same position for the duration of the contract. Boxes) can be made from wood or woodcrete and must be draught free. Bat Boxes cannot be on the same tree/stake/post as bird or bee boxes. It is recommended that bat boxes are placed a minimum of 4 metres off the ground and an area of 1m radius around the Roost Box must be clear of obstacles such as no ivy and/or branches. It is also recommended that boxes are not placed in a lit up area of the farmyard or adjacent to lighting. Bat boxes should ideally be place close to hedgerows or areas of scrub where bats will hunt. Once the box is installed, a marking must be put on the tree or post to identify it for inspection purposes.

• €18,000 per annum where leases are 5 or 6 years • €22,500 per annum where leases are 7 but less than 10 years • €30,000 per annum where leases are for 10 but less than 15 years • €40,000 per annum where leases are for 15 years or more For land jointly owned each individual is entitled to a separate maximum reduction of the appropriate amounts listed above against their respective share of the rent from a qualifying lease.

The lower age threshold of 40 years for lessors has been removed and in consequence the reference to lessors who are permanently incapacitated has also been removed.

A qualifying lessee is an individual who is not connected with the lessor (or with any of the lessors if there is more than one). Effectively this means that a lessor is not entitled to relief where the land is let to family members or family members of their spouse or civil partner. A company may be an eligible lessee provided it is not connected to the lessor. It should be noted however that while leases between connected persons are not eligible for the income tax exemption for long-term leases of land, this is balanced by the availability of Agricultural Relief from Capital Acquisition Tax (CAT) and Retirement Relief from Capital Gains Tax (CGT), which help facilitate intergenerational transfers of land.

Since 1 January 2005 lease income can include income from land and standard Single Farm Payment entitlements (note: entitlements are attached to the Herd Number not the land), thus leasing land, the landowner/ lessor may negotiate a value into the lease in return for also leasing out the existing entitlements to the farmer/lessee. However, in situations where a lessor may have lost land in the past, through for example planting forestry or losing a conacre arrangement, the lessor may have stacked or consolidated these entitlements on their herd number which in effect meant they ended up with a higher unit value per entitlement. It is not open in these instances for the landowner/lessor to then avail of this tax exemp12 West Kerry Live

Bird Boxes The objective is to improve biodiversity in the farming landscape and replace habitats lost through changes in farming practice. This action is to help to replace natural habitats for birds that have been removed through changes in farming practice. As a result of changes to our countryside, several bird species have come to rely on farm buildings and other structures for nesting habitats. Install new Bird Boxes by the 31st March

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for GLAS I and 31st July for GLAS II applicants also, by placing a maximum of 1 Bird Box per tree or post or on the external wall of a farm building. They cannot be on the same tree/stake/post as Bat or Bee Boxes. The location must again be clearly marked on the map and must be maintained in the same position for the duration of the contract and the boxes may also be made from wood or woodcrete and must be draught free. It is recommended that old nest material is cleaned out annually to prevent carryover of parasites from one nesting season to the next, ideally in February. Bird Boxes should be placed at least 2.5 metres off the ground. Entrance of the box must face North or North East.

Bird Boxes should be tilted slightly forward to allow moisture to drain out. Once the box is installed, a marking must be put on the tree or post to identify it for inspection purposes.

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Other Options to Follow will include: Bee Habitat, Stonewall Maintenance, Conservation of Bird Habitat, Wild Bird Cover, Low Input Permanent Pasture, Protection of Watercourses, Protection of Archaeological Monuments, Traditional Hay Meadows and Native Apple Orchards. So, watch this space and keep up with your GLAS requirement Further Information call Louis Murchan 087-285 7938

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For more information you can contact us on 066-9150222 or visit us on our Facebook Page @ Dingle Skellig Leisure Club or you can email us at joconnor@dingleskellig.com

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to France while in the Philippines election fever has cost the lives of over 60 people as Marcos struggles to retain power.

Two trains crashed head-on in Canada. 23 dead.

Excerpts From A Dingle Diary

Monday, February 10.

English World Cup medal winner Jack Charlton is the new manager of the Irish soccer team. Some big names, including former Liverpool boss Bob Paisley, had thrown their hats in the ring but Charlton is the choice and the first non-Irish coach of the home team.

By Ted Creedon Saturday, February 1, 1986.

Dropped some bags of garbage off at the dump in Kilfountain and noticed a collection of small wooden barrels left there. I asked a guy who was removing three of them what they contained and he said 'Salt. The fish crowd threw them there'. Went home, got a trailer, returned and spent 20 minutes rolling three barrels through ankle-deep muck to the trailer. Anyway, brought them home and sawed them in half. They were full of old fish meal but quality wooden casks are a rarity in this age of metal and plastic so they'll make fine garden tubs.

Ireland were trounced in rugby by France in Paris today 29-9 while Wales beat Scotland in a great game in Cardiff.

Also in Paris,a bomb was found at the top of the Eifel Tower and diffused.

Sunday, February 2.

The weather is very cold and a strong easterly wind has been blowing for several days now. There have been avalanches and floods across Europe leaving a trail of death (28) and destruction.

Monday, February 3.

When passing the dump at Kilfountain I noticed that the council has flattened all the piles of rubbish including the remaining wooden barrels.

The Pope met with Mother Teresa at her refuge in Calcutta.

Tuesday, February 4.

People are very upset and angry following the Government's decision to close 8 hospitals around the country. Not only that but they plan to close the Carysfort teachers training school also. What's next?

Wednesday, February 5.

Mount Brandon looks splendid in a mantle of frozen snow. It has turned very cold and we may have a heavy frost later.

Last November a German national, Berthold Maass, was summonsed to appear in Dingle court arising out of an earlier incident in Dingle Post Office when he vaulted over the counter to retrieve a letter he had posted. When the gardaí went to his residence in Clooshmore he fired a bolt from a crossbow which struck Garda Joe Curran. He has been detained in Dundrum Asylum and is now to be sent back to Germany.

Tuesday, February 11.

Shrove Tuesday. Sometimes called Pancake Tuesday but used to be known as Skelligs Night when we were growing up in Bantry. Groups from different streets would drag blazing fires, in old bathtubs, around the town. Never understood the link between Shrove Tuesday, Skelligs Night and bonfires.

More than 20 people feared dead in a hotel fire in Japan.

Well-known science fiction writer Frank Herbert died aged 65 - best known for Dune.

Pancakes for tea tonight.

Wednesday, February 12.

Chaired meeting of the parents council in the CBS national school last night. At present we're fundraising ( Who isn't ?) to provide a better school library and are getting the free use of the Phoenix cinema from Michael Francie for a matinee next month.

We're also having an Irish Tea Party in the Hillgrove on February 28.

Séamus Kelliher was nominated to represent the council at the regional council.

Thursday, February 13.

Archaeologists have rediscovered the tomb of King Tut's treasurer, Maya, in Egypt. The tomb was first discovered back in the 1840s but its location was lost following sandstorms.

Friday, February 14.

Letter from Tralee UDC inviting me on a new committee to set up a county museum - meeting next Wednesday.

Also next Wednesday will be meeting with County Manager Tom Collins to discuss setting up a Local Monuments Advisory Committee.

Must prepare a submission for that and a reference document for the establishment of a county museum.

Thursday, February 6.

Snow, ice, frost and bitterly cold winds from the east and the forecast is bad. The ESB are doing some line work by night and power will be off tonight from 1 a.m. to 6 a.m.

Revolution brewing in Haiti and trouble in the Philippines.

Friday, February 7.

It was almost 8 a.m. before the ESB was fully restored.

Doyles restaurant has leased the walled garden in Coláiste Íde so as to have a supply of fresh vegetables for the season.

President Ronald Reagan celebrated his 75th birthday yesterday. He is the oldest president to hold that office.

Saturday, February 8.

Paudie Fitzgerald told me that he has secured a finishing stage of the Rás Tailtean for Dingle on June 26th which should bring some excitement to the town.

In Haiti the dictator Baby Doc Duvalier has been deposed and has fled

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Art in Stone

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Dabhach Sheipteach - An bhfuil sé le glanadh??

Cuir Glaoch / call Diarmuid Ó Beaglaoi Baile an Mhúraigh

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CAMP NOTES Brigid O’ Connor Ciorcal Comhrá Ciorcal Comhrá i Mike O Neill’s Railway Tavern ar an Deardaoin, 4u Feabhra ona 9.30 ar aghaibh. Fáilte roimh cách !

Folk Club Comes To Ashes On Tuesday night The Folk Club popular in Annascaul on Thursday nights held their inaugural Folk night in Ashes Bar, Camp. A great night was had by all. If you enjoy singing, reciting, playing music or just like to listen then you are invited to come to the Folk night every Tuesday night in Ashes Bar. Bring your musical instrument if you have one, acoustic guitars and tamborines are supplied and you can dance too, if you wish, according to one of our local singer/musicians, Séan Scannell everybody is welcome.

Storm Festival The Dingle Peninsula tourism Alliance are organising the inaugural Storm Festival in the Peninsula this coming weekend Friday 5th - Sunday 6th February. Full programme of events in West Kerry Live and on Facebook.

Michael O Donnell Memorial Darts The first round of the Michael O Donnell Memorial Darts tournament will be held in The Junction Bar, Camp on Saturday, 6th. February and the final will be played off on Saturday, 13th. February in Bolands Bar, Castlegregory. Everybody welcome. Please note the change of night from Friday to Saturday. Thank you.

Strictly Come Dancing Congratulations and well done to our neighbours, Castlegregory Golf & Fishing Club on their very successful Strictly Come Dancing Fundraiser.

And to the winners Tom and Anne, well done and not forgetting our local lady, Teresa Rice who by all accounts is some mover on the dance floor !!

Obituaries The Death of Peter Keane, Gortshanavalla, Ballymacelligott and late of The Rectory, Kilgobbin, Camp occurred last week. Peter made a huge contirbution to Community and to the Church of Ireland in Camp. Peter served as Chairman and Secretary of Camp Community Council and he started the Camp Car Boot Sales, the first in the County and a hugely successful fundraiser for our community. Peter is survived by his wife Nancy, daughters, Sarah, Jennifer, Victoria and Alexandra, grandchildren, brother Michael and extended family, relatives and many friends.

Sympathy is extended to all. Rest In Peace.

Sympathy is extended to Sean Stephney, his wife Bernadette, his father Francis and all the family, Knockglossmore, Camp, on the recent death of Philip Stephney, brother and only sibling of Sean’s who passed to his eternal reward recently in Nottingham, England. Mass will be celebrated in St. Marys Church Camp at a later date. Rest In Peace.

087 2969846 nó 066 9155446 Permit Number On Request - Uimhir Cheadúnais ach é a lorg progressive farmer, he owned one of the first tractors in Camp and he bought a threshing machine too, he was always ahead of his time and constantly working towards improving the lot of the farmer and the rural community in which he was born and raised and was proud to be a part of. Tom won many prizes and accolades for his quality rams and He was National Sheep Chairman of The Irish Farmers Association travelling to meeting all over the country on behalf of Kerry farmers, He was President of The Kerry Blackface Sheep Breeders Association and on a local level he served on Camp Community Council for many years working for the betterment of Camp. A guard of honour representative of Community and farming awaited his funeral at St. Marys Church Camp on Saturday evening and again on Sunday accompanied his funeral cortege to his final resting place at Ballinknockane Cemetary Camp where his Camp football colleague, Eoghan O Duibne delivered a moving graveside oration, honouring Toms contribution to Camp football of the 1940’s era, when he won a Medal with Camp.

TRIBUTE TO TOM CREAN - Eoghan O Duibhne - Tom was a young promising footballer when an early injury shortened his career. He played a share of games with Camp before that injury and was doing very well, however he continued on to be one of the teams greatest supporters, often providing transport for the team to away games. That group of Camp footballers are nearly all gone now. God be good to them.

Tom is survived by his wife Kitty, sons, Michael and Tom, daughter, Marcella, grandchildren, sister, Sr. Catherine, extended family, relatives and many friends. Tom’s son Andrew sadly predeceased him 23 years ago this year. Sympathy is extended to all.

The news of the death of Marian McCarthy, Coolroe, Castlegregory and Ashill, Ballymacelligott was received with deep sadness in the locality.

The lovely young mother, a born athlete and runner always participating with her sporting family in marathons and charity events passed away peacefully on Thursday night following an illness borne bravely . The huge attendance at her funeral at both the removal from Gleasures funeral home on Friday night and at her requiem Mass at St. Marys Church, Castlegregory on Saturday bore full testimony to the esteem in which Marian and her family are held in he entire community of West Kerry and beyond. She is survived by her husband Gerard, daughters, Michelle, Deirdre and Claire, grandson, Conor, mother Eileen, sisters Breda, Eileen, Mairead, Trish and Denise, brothers Tommy, Brian and John, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives and many friends.

Sympathy is extended to all.

Soccer - U/13 Sketechers National Cup Congratulations to CAMP JUNIORS through to the last 16 of the National Cup Finals.

Coiste Na nÓg Annascaul Coiste na nOg will register Sun Feb 7th at 5pm in the Annascaul dressing rooms. €20 per child, €50 for three or more. Children that are not registered are not insured to play. For U6s we are seeking parents to become coaches, without this we will not be able to accomodate this age group. For U6 children must be aged 5 in 2016 and attending primary school.

The death of Tom Crean, Knockglass Beg, Camp occurred on Thursday last. Tom was a respected member of the farming community, a

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The traineeship is the ideal starting point for anyone thinking about a career in the hospitality sector. It offers a rich learning experience by integrating classroom based theory and practice with work based learning. Participants will receive a thorough grounding in the areas of accommodation techniques, food preparation, reception and front office duties, and restaurant skills. It’s for people who wish to progress directly to employment and for those contemplating on taking a higher level hospitality course. Start Date: 29th February 2016. Duration: 30 weeks. Certification: QQI Level 5 Major Award in Hospitality Operation.

Digital Media Production Course (TRY18) - Kerry ETB Training Centre, Tralee.

The Digital Media Production course offers participants the opportunity to learn and develop real-world production skills in a broad range of media disciplines. The course covers design, digital imaging, photography, sound, video, digital publishing and media project management. Start Date: 15th February 2016. Duration: 52 weeks. Certification: City & Guilds Diploma in Media Techniques 7601-03.

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This course is for people who wish to develop a range of manual and computerised payroll and bookkeeping skills. Start Dates: 21st March 2016 in Tralee & 4th April 2016 in Killarney. Duration: 10 weeks. Certification: FETAC Level 5 Component Certificates in Manual and Computerised Bookkeeping and Payroll.

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This course provides participants with the knowledge, skills and competencies to work as part of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of effective and appropriate healthcare supports to clients in a variety of care settings. Start Date: 15th February 2016. Duration: 41 weeks. Certification: FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support.

Heavy Goods Vehicle Driving Rigid (HGV) (ET394) - Tralee.

This programme provides participants with skills and related knowledge in the rules of the road, driving a heavy goods vehicle - rigid body, care and maintenance of the vehicle, loading and unloading the vehicle, customer care, and documentation. Applicants must be in possession of a current full Class B Driving Licence and a current Class C Learner Permit. Start Date: 14th March 2016. Duration: 10 Weeks. Certification: Class C Driving Licence, RSA Driver Certificate of Professional Competence, RTITB Counterbalance or Reach Forklift Truck Driving Certificate, and ADR Certification for Drivers.

ECDL (ETK79) - Kerry ETB Training Centre, Tralee.

This course offers participants the opportunity to develop the range and standard of computer and IT skills needed to work in an office environment. The modules include: Induction, Keyboard Skills, Computer Essentials, Online Essentials, Wordprocessing, Spreadsheets, Databases, Presentation Software, Career Planning & Job Seeking Skills, In-company Training. Start Date: 29th February 2016. Duration: 18 weeks. Certification: European Computer Driving Licence Award, Level 1 Office Procedures Cert & Typewriting Cert.

MTA Software & Networking Fundamentals Course (ET1Z4) - Tralee.

This entry level course offers experience on the technical side of software development and computer networks. It’s the ideal starter course for people considering a career in information and communication technology. Start Date: 7th March 2016. Duration: 19 weeks. Certification: Microsoft Technology Associate Certification.

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Paddy Bawn and The American Civil War Damien Shiels is a leading authority on Irish involvement in the American Civil War. Here he recounts the link between legendary footballer Paddy Bawn Brosnan and the American Civil War.

Damien Shiels On 14th September 1947, New York witnessed a unique sporting occasion. In front of more than 30,000 people at the Polo Grounds in Manhattan, the Gaelic footballers of Kerry and Cavan did battle in what remains the only All-Ireland Football Championship Final ever to be held outside of Ireland. Among the men who donned the green and gold of Kerry that day was Paddy Bawn Brosnan of Dingle. Even in the annals of Ireland’s most famed footballing county, Paddy Bawn Brosnan remains special. Paddy had captained Kerry in 1944 when they lost the All-Ireland to Roscommon, and had taken home winner’s medals in 1940, 1941 and 1946. The New York match of 1947 was aimed at bringing this major event to the huge Irish-American community in the United States, 100 years after the Famine which had led so many to emigrate. But Paddy Bawn Brosnan had a special connection to New York and America. Indeed, had it not been for events that had taken place in a Prisoner of War camp in Georgia more than 80 years previously, it is unlikely that he would have ever had an opportunity to pull on the Kingdom’s colours.

What then was Paddy Bawn Brosnan’s connection to the American Civil War? It is a narrative that directly involves his Grandmother, but can be traced back even further, to the marriage of Paddy Bawn’s GreatGrandparents Daniel Dowd and Mary Murphy. A few years shy of a century before Paddy Bawn took the field at the Polo Grounds, Father Eugene O’Sullivan married Daniel and Mary in Dingle Roman Catholic Church on 29th October 1853, A year later, on 8th October 1854, they celebrated the birth of their first child, Edward. At some point shortly after that, the Dowds decided their future lay across the Atlantic, and became just three of the more than 54,000 people who emigrated from Kerry between 1851 and 1860.

The favoured destination for Irish emigrants was New York, and that is where the young Dowd family arrived in the mid-1850s. A second child– a daughter Bridget– was born there about 1856. Bridget, or Biddy as she became known, came into the world on Long Island, and was Paddy Bawn Brosnan’s grandmother. If the Dowd family story had followed that of the majority of Irish immigrants to the United States in this period, Biddy Dowd would never have seen Ireland again, and Paddy Bawn Brosnan would never have been born. But seismic events intervened. By the 1860s the family had settled in Buffalo, where Daniel made the decision that changed all their lives forever, when on 6th September 1862 he enlisted in the Union army.

In 1862 Daniel Dowd became one of the c. 200,000 Irish-born men who would serve during the American Civil War. He was joined in the ranks by thousands of Kerrymen; there is little doubt that it was this conflict that saw more Kerrymen fight, and more Kerrymen die, than any other war in history. The Dingle native had decided not to join just any unit. Instead he enlisted in the 155th New York Infantry, one of the regiments that would form part of Corcoran’s Irish Legion. Its leader Brigadier-General Michael Corcoran from Carrowkeel, Co. Sligo was a noted Fenian, and many supporters of the cause of Ireland specifically chose to join his brigade. Whether Daniel was one of them, or simply wanted to serve close to his fellow Irishmen, remains unknown.

Daniel was mustered in as a private in Company I of the 155th New York at Newport News, Virginia on 19th November 1862. He was recorded as a 29 year old laborer who was 5 feet 5 inches in height, with a fair complexion, gray eyes and light hair. His surname was one that caused considerable confusion for recorders at the time. Sometimes recorded as Doud or Doody, Daniel was placed on the regimental roster as ‘Daniel Dout.’ It wasn’t long before he got his first taste of action in the Civil War, as in January his regiment was engaged the Battle of Deserted House, Virginia. Though only a mere skirmish in comparison to what the Legion would endure in 1864, it nonetheless must have had quite an impact on Daniel and the men of the 155th.

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17th December 1863 he found himself guarding a railroad bridge, part of a detachment of some 50 men of the Legion that were protecting the Orange & Alexandria line at Sangster’s Station. At a little after 6pm that evening they were set upon by a body of Confederate cavalry, who threatened to overrun them as they sought to burn the bridge. The Rebels attacked on a number of occasions, eventually getting around the flanks and rear of the Irishmen, succeeding in setting fire to their tents and forcing them into a retreat. Cut off, the detachment would normally have looked to their telegraph operator to call for reinforcements, but he was apparently so drunk he was unable to use his equipment. General Corcoran and the remainder of the Legion only learned of the attack around 8.30pm, when a local Unionist came to inform them of events. The relief force eventually re-established a connection with the detachment, but although the bridge was saved, a number of men had been captured. Among them was Dingle-native Daniel Dowd.

We have scant details of Daniel’s life as a prisoner-of-war, but initially he was likely held near Richmond. At some point in the spring or early summer of 1864 he was moved to the recently opened– and soon to be notorious– Camp Sumter, Georgia. Better known as Andersonville, between February 1864 and the close of the war almost 13,000 prisoners lost their lives in the unsheltered compound. Disease, much of it caused by malnutrition, was rife. On 3rd July 1864 Daniel was admitted to the camp hospital suffering from Chronic Diarrhoea. He must have been in an extremely severe state at the time, as he did not live through the day. Following the conflict his grave was identified, and today forms part of Andersonville National Cemetery, where he rests in Grave 2809.

Andersonville as it appeared on 17th August 1864, a little over a month after Daniel died (Library of Congress) Shorn of her main support, the now widowed Mary decided to leave America behind and retrace her steps to Dingle, presumably to be close to family who could provide assistance. She returned to her home town with Edward and Biddy in tow; Edward must have had little or nomemory of Kerry, while Biddy was experiencing Ireland for the very first time. In 1869 Mary, now 45-years-old, went in search of a U.S. widow’s pension based on Daniel’s service to help support the children. Now living at “The Strand”, Dingle, she compiled information about her marriage and her children’s birth to send to Washington D.C. as part of her application. Unfortunately, the variant spellings of her husband’s name came back to haunt her. In the marriage record, Daniel’s surname had been written as ‘Doody’, sufficiently different from the ‘Dout’ recorded on the regimental roster to raise suspicions that this was not the same man. To compound matters there was also no available documentation relating to Biddy’s birth. Although the Commissioner of Emigration had written to every Catholic parish in Long Island in order to locate it, he met with no success. The combination of these two issues, together with the difficulty in dealing with the Washington authorities at such a remove, meant that Mary’s pension wasn’t granted. Her failure to provide the additional evidence requested meant that her claim was classified as ‘abandoned.’ Mary never fully gave up fully on the process; the last entry in her file is a letter she had written in the 1890s. Addressed from Waterside, Dingle on 4th July 1892, it was sent to the Secretary of the Claim Agent Office at the White House in Washington D.C.:

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Sir, I beg to state that I Mary Dowd now living here and aged about 65 am the widow of Daniel Dowd who served as a soldier in the late American war of 1863, and died a Prisoner of War in Richmond Prison Virginia [actually in Andersonville, Georgia]. Said Daniel Dowd served in the Army of the North.

After his death, I deposited the necessary documents to prove my title to pension, in the hands of a Mr. Daniel McGillycuddy Solicitor Tralee, with the view to place them before the authorities in Washington , and he on 27th December 1873, forwarded the same to a Mr. Walsh a Claim Agent, for the purpose of lodging same. Since, I have not received a reply to my solicitor’s letters or received any pay nor pension or acknowledgement of claim.

tion in Georgia in 1864, it is unlikely that Paddy Bawn Brosnan would ever have been born. The story of the footballing legend’s family is evidence of the often unrecognised impact of what was the largest conflict in Kerry people’s history. One wonders did Paddy Bawn reflect on his own grandmother’s New York story as he made his own journey across the Atlantic to take part in that historic sporting occasion only two years after her death in 1947.

This article first appeared on Damien Shiels’ website: www.irishamericancivilwar.com along many others exploring Irish involvement in the American Civil War .

I also learn that my husband at his death had in his possession £100, which he left to Father Mc Coiney who prepared him for death, in trust for me, and which sum never reached me.

I know no other course better, than apply to you, resting assured that you will cause my just claim to be sifted out, when justice will be measured to a poor Irish widow who is now working hard to maintain a long family.

As was common at the time, Mary was illiterate– the letter was written for her by her solicitor McGillycuddy, and she made her mark with an ‘X’. It seems unlikely she ever received any monies as a result of it. Her American-born daughter Biddy grew to adulthood in Ireland.

Her home had become Dingle, Co. Kerry rather than Buffalo, New York entirely as a result of her father’s death in a Prisoner of War camp more than 6,000 km from Ireland. Daniel’s fateful Civil War service also meant his daughter married and started a family in Ireland rather than America. Biddy’s husband was a fisherman, Patrick Johnson, and together the couple had seven children. One of them, Ellie, was Paddy Bawn Brosnan’s mother. Biddy died in 1945 and is buried in St. James’s Church in Dingle. Unlike her father’s resting place in Andersonville, it is not marked with a headstone.

The American Civil War had a long-lasting, inter-generational impact on tens of thousands of Irish people, both in Ireland and the United States. Had it not been for the Confederate decision to launch an attack at Sangster’s Station in Virginia in 1863, or Daniel’s incarcera-

Paddy Bawn’s grandmother Biddy Johnson (nee Dowd) with Timmy Joe Brosnan and Eunan Moore in the Colony, Dingle, 1940’s.

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Keel GAA Notes Colin Clifford Club Lotto There was no winner of the lotto draw worth €6,100 held in Griffins on Sunday 31st January. Numbers drawn were 3, 7, 20 and 28. €50 winner was Philip Carey, Fybough. €25 winners were Bridget Gill, Shanahill East, Danny Griffin, Keel, Sean Foley, Cahir and Peg Counihan, Ardcanaught. Next weeks lotto is worth €6,200 and the draw will take place in the Castle Inn on Sunday 7th February Mid Kerry U21 Championship Keel/Listry met Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane in the opening round of the Mid Kerry Under 21 Championship last Sunday. The pitch in Keel was in good condition despite the wind and rain. G/G/C started better and were two points up after ten minutes before K/L wing back Luke Flynn leveled matters with two good points. G/G/C scored a goal through Danny O'Shea after a rebound from a good save by K/L Goalkeeper Cillian Sayers and extended their lead with points from Caolim Teahan and Tommy Cahill. K/L responded with a Ronan Buckley free to leave it K/L 0-3 G/G/C 1-5 at half time.

Scores were hard to come by in the first ten minutes of the second half until another Buckley free started a K/L comeback. A goal and a point from Joeseph Clifford and a point from Buckley put K/L in the lead 1-6 to 1-5 at the end of the third quarter. G/G/C replied with three good points from Tommy Cahill to regain the lead. Points from Buckley and Dara O'Shea leveled matters again with three minutes remaining. As thoughts turned to extra time, both sides went in search of a winning score and it was G/G/C's Caolim Teahan who pointed the winner to send G/G/C into a semi final against Laune Rangers. Keel/Listry 1-8 Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane 1-9

Holly O Donnell from Cloghane receiving her Garda Youth Achievement Award from assistant Garda Commissioner John O Mahony and Garda Cecilia Scanlon at Ballyroe Heights Hotel

Club Membership Membership for Keel GAA Club is now being collected. It can be paid to Ian Foley Sr or Aidan Benson. Adult €30, Family €60 (2 adults max), Senior Player €60, Juvenile Player €15.Closing date for membership is March 31st. Any membership paid after this date will not be eligible for the draw for All Ireland tickets. All player membership must be paid before 1st March.

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Ainmneacha na nGort Ainmneacha na mBóthar agus a thuilleadh

B Team Keel GAA hope to field a B team this year so if you are looking to get back playing after a few years out or would like to give Gaelic football a go for the first time or if you know someone who may be interested, contact Colin Clifford 0877975854 ASAP. Players need to be registered with the GAA for Insurance etc so players will need to have €60 membership paid by 29th February 2016

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We wish to inform prospective parents that enrolment quotas for Naíonáin Bheaga, for the academic years of 2016/2017 & 2017/2018 are almost full.

Vacancies for the following academic years currently may exist, but will depend on available spaces at that given time. As per normal enrolment procedure, priority will be given to children living in our local catchment area and to those who currently have siblings attending the school. It is important that enrolment forms be forwarded the school, at the earliest possible date.

Ionad an Bhlascaoid Mhóir, Dún Chaoin Comharchumann Dhún Chaoin Teoranta Saorchead isteach Oíche Cheoil i dTigh Kruger ina dhiaidh sin

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Dingle Walking Festival Féile Siúil Chorca Dhuibhne Friday FEB 12th 6pm ( Night Walk / Siúlóid Oíche) The walk is approx 40 mins. Bring a torch !!!

Don’t curse the dark !!! All proceeds from this walk to Dingle Coast and Cliff Rescue Service – Seirbhís Tarthála Cóasta is Faille Chorca Dhuibhne.

Mairfidh an tsiúlóid seo timpeall ar 40 nóimeat.

Breith leat tóirse!! Ná dein mallacht ar an ndorcadas!! Raghaidh an t-airgead ar fad a bhaileofar ar mhaithe le Seirbhís Tarthála Cósta is Faille Chorca Dhuibhne.

Cost €5 Euro Enjoy a taste of Creans Lager included. : Please note this walk starts and finishes at THE DINGLE BREWING COMPANY, SPA ROAD, DINGLE. – HOME OF CREAN’S LAGER. Costas €5 agus piúnt leanna Creans san áireamh: Tabhair faoi ndeara go dtosnaíonn agus go gcríochnaíonn an tsiúlóid seo ag Grúdlann Chorca Dhuibhne, Bóthar an Spá, Daingean Uí Chúis – fód dúchais Leann Crean.

SATURDAY FEB 13th

Walk B : (moderate)

Please note boots & raingear are compulsory !

Tá bróga siúil agus éadaí báistí riachtanach!

Registration 9.15 am – 10.30 am. Fee €20.

Transport departs 10.30 am from Bus Stop at rear of Garvey’s Supervalu.

Walk begins at Glens and climbs to Ballysitteragh (Height 623 mtrs). We then descend onto Conor Pass Car Park, and into Dingle – Daingean Uí Chúis via An Cnoc Maol Mór.

Conor Pass Walk – An Chonair. ( 5 hours approx )

Please note boots & raingear are compulsory !

Tá bróga siúil agus éadaí báistí riachtanach!

Walk commences in Glens, west of Dingle Town and makes it’s way towards The Conor Pass (Height 623 Mtrs). Wonderful views of Dingle Peninsula – Corca Dhuibhne.

Tosnóidh an tsiúlóid sna Gleannta, siar ó bhaile Dhaingean Uí Chúis agus tugann sé a aghaidh ar Mhám na Conaireach (Airde 623 méadar).

Beidh radharcanna bréatha le feiscint!

WALK C (easy): Looped Walk - Lúbshiúlóid. ( 3 hours approx ) Registration 10.30 am – 11.00 am. Fee €5.

Departing from Bus Stop at rear of Garvey’s Supervalu.

Walk A ( difficult )

Local looped walk, towards The Conor Pass – An Chonair . Most of this walk is on Bothareens, a short section is on wet country track.

Boots are advisable.

Registration 8.15 am – 9.00 am. Fee €20.

Transport departs 9.00 am from Bus Stop at rear of Garvey’s Supervalu.

Lúbshiúlóid áitiúil a théann i dtreo na Conaireach . Tá formhór den tsiúlóid seo ar bhóithríntí ach tá paiste amháin fliuch ann agus moltar bróga siúil a chaitheamh dá bharr.

Mount Brandon – Cnoc Bréanainn ( 5/6 hours )

Please note that boots & raingear are compulsory !

Tá bróga siúil agus éadaí báistí riachtanach!

Walk begins at Baile na hAbha, to Masatiompáin and Brandon. Descend to Baile Bhreac via old Pilgrim Route. Height 952 Mtrs.

Tosnóidh an tsiúlóid i mBaile na hAbha agus raghaidh sé trí Mhás an Tiompáin agus Bréanainn.

Tiocfar anuas go Baile Breac ar an gcosán oilithreachta. Airde 952 méadar.

REGISTRATION Registration takes place before each walk (excluding the night walk on Friday) on Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th in Danno’s Restaurant & Bar, Strand St., Dingle.

BEIDH CLÁRÚ do gach siúlóid eile (seachas an tSiúlóid Oíche) a bheidh ar siúl ar an 13 agus 14 Feabhra i dTigh Dannos, Sráid na Trá, Daingean Uí Chúis.

SUNDAY FEB 14th Walk A : ( Difficult ) Conor Pass Walk – Siúlóid na Conaireach. ( 5/6 Hours approx ).

Registration 8.00 am – 9.00 am Fee €20.

Transport departs at 9.00 am from Bus Stop at rear of Garvey’s Supervalu.

NOTE Walks A & B are not deemed suitable for children under 16.

No dogs allowed on any walk.

Routes may be altered or changed for safety reasons D’fhéadfaí na siúlóidí a athrú ar chúiseanna sábháltachta.

Tosnaíonn an tsiúlóid seo sna Gleannta agus téann sé go barra Chnoc Bhaile Uí Shé (Airde 623 m) agus uaidh sin trí carrchlós na Conaireach agus thar n-ais dtí Daingean Uí Chúis trí Chnoc Maol Mór.

Walk B : (moderate) Mount Eagle – Sliabh an Iolair. (5/6 Hours approx).

Registration 9.15 – 10.30 am. Fee €20. Transport departs at 10.30 am from Bus Stop at rear of Garvey’s Supervalu.

Please note boots & raingear are compulsory !

Tá bróga siúil agus éadaí báistí riachtanach!

This walk starts near Com Dhíneoil in Dún Chaoin and goes up a ridge to the top of Mt. Eagle (Height 516m) and descends down an old bog road to the Clasach. Terrific views of the Blaskets and Corca Dhuibhne to be seen.

Tosnaíonn an tsiúlóid seo i gCom Dhíneoil i nDún Chaoin agus téann sí taobh an tsléibhe suas go barra Shliabh an Iolair (Airde 516 m) agus síos ina dhiaidh sin ar sheanbhóithrín portaigh go Bóthar an Chlasaigh. Gheobhair radharcanna breátha de na Blascaodaí agus Corca Dhuibhne anso.

Walk C : (Easy) Conor Pass & Dingle Way. (2½ -3 Hours approx.)

Registration 10.30 am – 11.00 am . Fee €5.

Walk departs at 11.00 am from rear of Garvey’s Supervalu.

Leaving Dingle Town on foot, towards The Conor Pass and return to Dingle via Garfinny Bridge.

HQ Dannos Bar is the festival headquarters.

Packed lunches will be provided each day free of charge by Garvey’s Supervalu.

Cuirfear lón pacálta ar fáil gach lá saor in aisce a bhuíochas do Garvey’s Supervalu.

CONTACT email: dinglewalkingfestival@gmail.com

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Jackie on 087 7911224. Everyone welcome Tinteán Ceoil Gach Luan ag 7.30 i.n. Fáilte roimh cách!

Every Monday in Ionad Cultúrtha sa Chlochán (next to O’Donnell’s pub) at 7.30 p.m.. Entry fee €5 adults €2 children which includes refreshments. Everybody welcome!

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Meal delivery service is provided five days per week. Please give your name at the Halla if you are interested. 066 7138137

Cumann 500 1ú: (€500) Síle Uí Mhaolcatha,Ceapaigh 2ú:(€250) Gina Overy, Drom

Béile Bia, Halla Le Chéile Dé Máirt Dinnéar agus imeachtaí, Costas: €5 nó €6 le milseog. Fáilte roimh cách!

Community Dinner, Halla Le Chéile every Tuesday .Cost: €5 or €6 with dessert. Everybody welcome!

3ú:(€150) Jacqueline Cullinane,Corcaigh 4ú: (€75) Mícheál agus Cáit Uí Churráin,Líos,Bréanainn 5ú: (€50) Noel agus Patricia McGearailt,Fermoyle Cruinniú Poiblí - Public Meeting Invite Beidh cruinniú Cruinniú Poiblí i Halla Le Chéile ar an 11/2/2016 ag 7:30 i.n. Fáilte roimh cách!

The Community Development Plan Public meeting will take place on the 11/2/2016 in Halla Le Chéile at 7:30 i.n. Everybody Welcome!

Féile Sléibhteoireachta & Cheoil Chlochán Bhréanainn - Cloghane Brandon Hill Walking & Music Festival.

Beidh an fhéile ar siúl ar an 26ú, 27ú & 28ú Márta. Breis eolais 066 7138137.

The festival will take place on the 26th, 27th & 28th of March. Additional details from 066 7138137.

Ceardlanna scileanna liathróid láimhe Do dhéagóirí ar an 05.02.2016 agus 12.02.2016 Breis Eolais 066 7138137. Fáilte ríomh cách!

Handball skill workshops for teenagers on Friday the 05.01.2016 and 12.02.2016 from 7.00 -7.45.For more details on this opportunity please call 066 7138137, Everyone welcome!

Concert: Ceolchoirm Eleanor Shanley san halla 27.03.2016.

Ticeidí €15, Bigí linn!!

Eleanor Shanley is set to take centre stage at Halla Le Cheile on the Sunday of the Easter Bank Holiday 2016. Tickets €15 Everyone Welcome!

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Scéala ón Díseart Pádraig Ó Fiannachta

Beidh Cluiche Cártaí (Bord do ochtar) ar siúl sa ‘Dingle Pub’ ar an nDomhnach, 7 Feabhra 2016 ag tosnú @ 6p.m. ar mhaithe le Féile na Bealtaine.

Card game in ‘The Dingle Pub (Tables of 8) on Sunday, 7 February 2016 @ 6p.m.

Nuair a d’fhilleas ó na Stáit Aontaithe tá breis is mí ó shin bhíos tugtha traochta. Níor cheapas go mbeinn amhlaidh ach bhí a lán taistil déanta agam agus mé tar éis freastal ar go leor ócáidí. Bhí taispeántas den scannán Gáirí Do-áirithe na Mara mar chuid den oíche ómóis dom ar thrí ócáid, ach n’fhaca féin an scannán iomlán ar aon ócáid acu.

Ansin bhíos sa bhaile faoin am go raibh sé á thaispeáint san Metropolitan Musaeum of Modern Art 21 agus 22 Nollaig. Ba mhór an moladh é sin mar ná taispeántar ansiúd ach scannáin a gcreidtar go bhfuil buanna ar leith ag gabháil leo. Ach tharla gur bhuaileas lena lán seanchairde. Ghabhas an tslí go léir go hospidéal i Washington D.C. ar an nDomhnach le bualadh le hothar a bhí go tinn le hailse agus gur thugas turas air féin agus a chlann daichead bliain ó shin. Nár dheas mar a tharla gur bhaineas an t-ospidéal ina raibh sé amach ar a deich chun a ceathair in am do Aifreann i séipéal an ospidéil mar ar ofrálas Aifreann dó agus é féin i láthair. Is sa traen a thaistealaíos ansiúd. Bhí áthas orm go raibh na paisinéirí breá cainteach. Táinig stuaire de phaisinéir gorm mná agus shuigh taobh liom. Thosnaíomar ag caint le chéile gan mhoill. Ag insint scéal ár mbeatha dá chéile. Aturnae ab ea í, agus d’fheidhmigh sí mar bhreitheamh i gcásanna ar leith. Chuir sin iontas orm. Ba ghearr gur tairring sé chuici a bosca lóin. Thugas faoi deara go raibh sí ag déanamh dhá leath den lón agus shín sí chugam an dá chuid. Tar éis beagán áitimh chaitheas glacadh leis an gceann ba mhó.

Ansin bhí deoch uainn araon. N’fhéadfainn dul ag triall ar a leithéid; seo siar léi á lorg; ‘súlach úll’ a dúrt léi a ba mhaith liom agus dheineas mó dhícheall airgead a thabhairt di ach theip orm dar ndóigh. Deich mbliana ó shin nó mar sin ba mhinic a chaithfinn dul sa traein go Baile Átha Cliath; bhíodh na paisinéirí muinteartha cainteach le chéile. Is mó cara a dheineas ar na turasanna úd. Le déanaí chuas ó Thrá Lí go Baile Átha Cliath agus níor labhair éinne liom ná níor labhras le héinne go prioc. D’fhanas im’ shuíochán; ba ghearr gur rith paisinéir ar ais isteach chugam. ‘Táimid i Heuston,’ ar sé liom. ‘Gura maith agat’ arsa mise, ‘táim ag fanacht le cathaoir rotha.’ Tá galar na meán míshóisialta á smachtú de réir a chéile i Meirice.

Bhí Féile á bheartú agam nuair a bhíos san ospidéal. Bhí ceiliúradh Léachtaí Cholm Cille XLVII sa Díseart le bheith mar chuid de sin agus bhíos á cheapadh go bhféadfaimis oscailt agus beannú an Ghairdín Urnaí a bheith ina chuid mhór de. Ach bhíos á mheas gur ar an 3 Márta go dtí an séú Márta a bheadh an Fhéile, ag dúnadh sheachtain na Cásca. Ach nuair a thánag chugam féin agus gur dheineas caidreamh leis an saol mór arís agus go bhfuaireas bróisiúr ó Mhá Nuad le clár na Léachtaí air, chonac go raibh breall orm. Gur 1-2 Aibreán a bheadh na Léachtaí, An Éiceolaíocht i dTraidisiún na Gaeilge.

Myra Lynch, Annascaul at the Vienna State Opera House, enjoying New Year's celebrations in Austria.

News from The Díseart I had a delightful visit to New York from 10th December to the 17th. I was from one lively scene to the next and was so thrilled that my busy back-ground work during most of my life was appreciated so much.

A showing of the film ‘The Uncountable Laughter of the Sea’ was the major part of each occasion; I had so many distractions that I failed to see the whole film on any one occasion. I hope the showing in the Metropolitan Musaeum of Modern Art 21-22 December will ensure good circulation in Ireland and in the USA. We had a heat wave in New England while I was there but I arrived home in a cold wave with swollen ankles which resulted in me having a full month in the Dingle Hospital. That too was a happy time as I wallowed in excellent care in wonderful company. We were all so happy and friendly and we had a stream of visitors. The Plan for a big Díseart Festival 3rd March to 6th was thought out during some sleepless hours but only some of the events proposed will be fitted in with the Léachtaí 1-2 April, a later date. At our Board meeting last Friday we managed to get a revised and corrected program ready and it is hoped it will publicized in the near future, le cúnamh Dé.

Kitty and Fred Hutchinson enjoying the high life in Amsterdam!

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Annascaul Singing Club.

NEWKD News

Bert McCann

We were delighted with the turnout out for The Business Idea Generation Clinic that took place last Thursday in Dingle. Tom O’Leary from O’Leary Training and Consultancy shared his extensive knowledge of start up businesses and gave practical tips on how to get started with your business ideas.

Participants found it excellent and very informative and we hope to run the course in the future again because of the great response we got from it.

The Jobs Club will run from February 29th – 25th March, daily from 10 -1, for four weeks. It will cover techniques for job searching, CV preparation, cover letters, applications and interview skills. It is free but there are only a few places left.

We are currently taking names for ECDL training that we hope to put on shortly – please contact the office if you are interested.

We are also taking names for Jeep Theory Test that we hope to run in Dingle in the next few weeks.

More information / Tuile eolas 066 7142788

Well, we kicked off the new year at the Annascaul Singing Club in Patcheen's Bar in rip-roaring fashion. Old songs and new got an airing at January's gathering and included our own tribute to David Bowie.

Also, as it was the anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet a few days later, a couple of his songs got an airing. We covered a variety of material though, ranging through several different repertoires and had some laughs too. Indeed one of our visiting singers remarked later that it had been a real happy night of singing.

The club's next celebration of song will take place at Patcheen's on Annascaul's Main Street on Thursday 18th February starting at 9pm.

Since it's St.Valentine's month maybe a few love songs will on the menu. And remember as always it's free and it's fun.

Open Day at Local History & Archives section of Kerry Library What did you do in the Rising?

Kerry Library is mounting an exhibition as part of its commemoration of the role of the county in the Easter Rising. While the main body of the exhibition (which will run at Tralee Library from 22 March to 30 April 2016) will comprise resources available in their Local History & Archives collections, a section will be devoted to a display of family artefacts, photographs and letters relating to the Rising. These items would be loaned to Kerry Library for the duration of the exhibition, and returned to the donating families afterwards.

With a view to gauging the amount of space to be devoted in the exhibition to family-held documents, Kerry Library will hold an Open Day in its Local History & Archives section on Saturday, 13 February 2016 (10.00am to 4.00pm) to bring together as wide a selection of material as possible. Any items of interest can be brought along on that day and copied, scanned or donated for long or short term loan as the case may be.

So, if you want everyone to know what your father, mother, grandfather or grandmother did during the Rising, call in and be a part of our Commemoration Exhibition. Further details from 066-7121200 or archivist@kerrylibrary.ie 24 West Kerry Live

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Planning a Wedding from Start to Finish.

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So you have chosen to seal the deal and are getting married, Congratulations!!

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Planning a wedding can be quite a task but if you make a plan, set your course and follow it, your wedding plans can prove to be reasonably plain sailing and you might actually enjoy the process!

First decision is the Marriage theme and wedding date.

With the “who” sorted, you need to think about the where and when?

Do you want a Traditional, Religious, Civil, Hotel, Marquee, Indoors/ Outdoors, Black Tie, Informal, Urban or Rural wedding? Word of advice, whatever you decide, try to keep the day and ceremony about you and your fiancé. It is very easy to be influenced by others who are quick to offer their suggestions and even demands, but try to remember, this is your day. Hopefully you will only do it once so make sure it is the wedding you want!

Book other rental items such as seat covers, linens, chairs and anything else you might need for your ceremony, meal and reception.

If you chose to do so, shop for gifts for your wedding party and parents.

Have bridesmaid final dress fittings Meet with wedding coordinator to finalise details and budget.

1 month before Contact caterer to confirm menu and guest head count Have wedding dress final fitting

Set out below is an approximate timeline for the preparation of a wedding, but obviously and ultimately you can choose to do it whatever way you like.

Set your budget: Try to prioritise your spending, make a list of the most important things or vendors where most of your budget will be spent.

Select the wedding party: bridesmaids, bestman, groomsmen, flower girls etc. You should also start to think about an approximate number of guests. This is important as it will help in the selection of ceremony and reception sites.

Visit ceremony and Reception sites: Venues often book out 1 to 2 years in advance, if you have your heart set on a particular location contact them asap in order to avoid disappointment.

12 months before Contact your priest, county registrar or celebrant.

Create an email account to be used solely for wedding purposes, that way it is easy to keep track.

Start looking for your dress, and once you find it, stop looking!

Research and hire your photographer and videographer if you are going to use one.

8 to 10 months before Select bridesmaid dresses Book a DJ and musicians Research and reserve accommodation for out of town guests Decide and order your wedding dress Select a caterer if you need to.

6-8 months before Book your wedding cake Meet with and book a florist Begin planning your honeymoon if you are taking one.

Decide on your wedding stationary Begin collecting addresses for your guests

4-6 months before Select groomsmen attire Shop for wedding rings Attend pre marriage course if applicable

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Our Wedding: Lucy & Harry Wedding Type & Venue: Registry office and Garden Marquee Number of guests: 80 Best thing: We didn’t want a religious wedding so this option worked best for us. It allowed us to create a very personal, informal and relaxed wedding. We were able to DIY alot of jobs which helped keep the cost down.

Worst thing: The clean up the next day!

Anything you would change: I would have gone with my first choice of dress and not allowed myself to be influenced by others.

Tips: Always trust your first instinct when choosing a dress and if you are going with a marquee wedding at home make sure to hire cleaners to come in the following day!

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We do not compromise on quality and use only the finest candles. Our personalised memorial candles to remember a loved one on your special day make a tasteful tribute and we have recently added to our portfolio with our distinctive photo memorial charms to attach to a bouquet or lapel as well as our exclusive old new borrowed and blue bridal pins.

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Main Street, Dingle.

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Our Wedding: Grace & Colm Wedding Type & Venue: Church & Hotel Number of guests: 200 for dinner plus an approx 100+ for the afters.

Best thing: We both have really big extended families so it was a nice way for our families and friends to get together.

Worst thing: Too many guests! Because our wedding was so big, I found the day quiet overwhelming at times, it is very hard to get to greet and chat with that number of guests and can actually be quite exhausting.

Anything you would change: I would have a smaller wedding.

Tips: Research your photographer well and make a list of photographs you would like them to take on the day. The day is so busy and can go by so quickly, it is very easy to forget to take certain photos that you only think of after it is over when it is too late!

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Monday – Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Thursday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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Beauty Timeline and Tips Before The Big Day! 8 months Begin thinking about what kind of look you are going for, natural and romantic, polished and elegant and so on....

Start exercising, to make sure you are body confident for your big day and honeymoon, it is also a great stress reliever!

Look at your diet, you are what you eat so eating well will improve the condition of your hair, nails and skin.

4-6 months Start your hair and makeup trials and decide what look best suits you and your style of dress.

2-3 months Consult with your beautician and begin your beauty regime. Now is the time to start with regular facials, peels, body scrubs and laser treatments if required.

This is also a good time to think about your brows and eyelash tints. You still have time at this point to experiment with tints and shaping.

If you are considering using fake or eyelash extensions try them out now, get used to the sensation of wearing them. Remember less is more, it is all about enhancing what you already have, not sweeping the streets with your eyelashes!

If you don’t like the idea of false lashes having an eyelash tint is another good option, especially if you are heading off on honeymoon after the wedding. A good eyelash tint can really define your eyes without the use of makeup which is great if you are in the sun or swimming. Most beauticians won’t tint your brows or lashes until

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they have done a sensitivity skin test so make sure you contact your beautician at this stage and get your trial done while you still have time If you plan on getting your teeth whitened this is the best time to start the process, best advice it to consult with your dentist, be very careful about buying products on the internet.

Test tanning options, a bad fake tan can be the rock you perish on as a bride. You definitely don’t want to look like an umpa lumpa or a streaky rasher. Make sure your skin is well prepped and you find the right product for your skin type. If you are naturally fair, rocking up to the ceremony looking like a mahogany sideboard might not be the best idea! Make sure you start a good body exfoliating regime. The smoother the skin the easier the application the better the result!

Invest in some good hair products and treatments to get those follicles healthy and glossy.

2 weeks Hair colour and trim, this is not the time to radically change your hair cut or colour.

This is when things are really starting to get busy and you can start to feel a little bit stressed and overwhelmed. Try to avoid reaching for the vino and the bar of chocolate, stick with the healthy eating, avoiding salty foods and drink loads of water, your skin will thank you for it!

Gentle facials at this stage as you don’t want to irritate your skin.

3-4 days Hair conditioning treatments should be applied.

All waxing should be done by now, the skin needs time to allow any redness and sensitivity to disapate.

A good moisturising mask, the more hydrated your skin is the easier it is too apply make-up and

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achieve that healthy glow!

2 days before Manicure and Pedicure time, even if you are not someone who usually gets your nails done it is really nice to indulge in this instance. A good mani and pedi should not be underestimated, your hands will be a big part of your day between the placing of the rings to the shaking of the hands so make sure they are looking their best. A pedicure can be so relaxing and worthwhile, It is great to have gorgeous feet for your big day and don’t forget your honeymoon!

Get your tan done, remember less is more, if you are not happy with the shade it is much easier to apply more than remove too much!

1 day to go!

You should have all the preening and prepping done by now and be looking and feeling your absolute best. Today is a day for drinking loads of water and as difficult as it may be try and get a good night’s sleep!

Day of wedding Moisturise well with a good hydrating serum, especially on the face, neck, hands and décolleté.

It is nice too use a favourite perfume and matching body lotion, the scent will linger longer on the body when used with a body lotion and in the future when you smell your chosen perfume you will associate it with your special day. Give yourself plenty of time to have your hair and make-up done, try to avoid being rushed and stressed.

The morning of your wedding can go by really quickly, this should be a lovely time for you, your family and friends so remember to try and relax, have a glass of bubbles, and enjoy the excitement!

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Unique Boutique Bridal

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Three of the four Kerry wedding suppliers who are among the finalists in this years weddingonline awards.

The event hosted by TV 3 Lisa Cannon will be held in Dublin on the 15th of February.

(L-R) Tara O’ Donoghue Photographer, Tricia O’ Sullivan of Munster mobile hairdressing, Georgina MacKessy makeup artist.

The Dingle Skellig Hotel is aso a finalist in 2 categories - Hotel venue of the year Munster, and Waterside venue of the year.

Open: Monday to Friday by appointment Saturday 10 to 5 Phone: 087 165 0258 www.uniqueboutiquebridal.ie

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Wedding Entertainment...Where to Start?!

Eamonn Dowd What do we need? When should we book? How much is it all going to cost?

These are just some of the questions you may be asking yourself if you’re in the fun business of planning a wedding.

Musical entertainment can often be overlooked but more often than not it is the big difference between having a great wedding party and… well, one that's not so great. Getting it right for your big day may seem like an impossibility, but with a cool head (preferably screwed on) and a few chats over a couple-a cuppas, your night can be one that's forever remembered.

So where to start?

Before booking anything or even picking up the phone, identifying exactly when you want music during your day is crucial. This varies with each couple but for the most part there are 5 main areas to be taken into careful consideration; Church, Drinks Reception, Dinner, Band DJ. You had those 5 too??? Ok, great.

Let's get it right from the get-go.

Selecting suitable church music may be the trickiest of the bunch as finding appropriate outfits are limited. Piano, guitar or stringed instruments such as violin/cello accompanied by a singer is a tasteful option and is usually unique and pleasing to the ear. Some churches may be able to arrange an organ player or choir to play the standard hymns and this is also an option depending on the locality. Make sure your musicians are well experienced however as the silence of an official ceremony can often put looming pressure on a newcomer and any mishaps will be instantly recognised by the keenly raised ears of the church. Calling on your talented first cousin or prodigy niece for a song is possibly another option and a nice way to involve close ones in the event. Best of all they can't say "no", it's your wedding after all.

A good DJ will ensure the records are spinning immediately after the band as a gap in entertainment will instantly lead to an empty dance floor with people shuffling off to the smoking area and bar. Choosing a big last song is also advisable to see the night to a close. Remember you will most likely be in the middle of the floor at this time with your newly-wed partner (if ye're still married) surrounded by your family and friends so make sure it's something known yet still pulls on those heartstrings.

Working with experienced professionals helps no end and each contact should make arrangements as easy and straight-forward as humanly possible. Marital stress will be needed elsewhere on make-up, hair curls and locating where the rings were left. Most importantly, don't forget to enjoy the music when it does come round…that's why you hired us remember?!

For Professional Wedding DJ, Band & Drink Reception Entertainment & any further enquiries contact Eamonn Dowd 087-6720848 or see Facebook/Dowdyman.com.

The drinks reception is always a much more relaxed affair with some lively but volume conscious music a great preference. Live duos or 3 pieces are usually affordable for an 1-2 hour set and often a trad session is a perfect way to liven up the afternoon and also please Irish lovers not to mind getting feet tapping and people's bellies rumbling for dinner.

Dinner music can be done simply by making a playlist on an iPod or laptop and played through the hotel sound-system which will be used later for the breathtaking speeches. A big one to remember here is to make the first song of the playlist the desired entry song for the Bride and Groom as they strut their stuff to the top table. This is totally down to preference but usually something up-tempo and bright goes down a treat…leave the soppy stuff to later. After that, the playlist should be background volume but recognisable. Remember, people are eating so heavy metal or techno is probably not the best path to go down, unless that's really what your going for. Think Forrest Gump soundtrack…

The band. This causes a lot of stress and really should be one thing hovering at the top of the priority list. Busy wedding bands can be booked out 2-3 years in advance so getting the one you want, for the night you want is better done sooner rather than later. Paying extra attention to the music at friends weddings is a helpful advantage and crashing the odd randomers wedding to see a band is very acceptable.

Make sure the band know your first dance as early as possible so that they have adequate time to learn it if not already in their repertoire.

This can also be played on an iPod if there's an issue but is never really the same as the real deal. Bands are a chunky expense reaching up to €2,500 + extra for long distance travel so choose well.

The DJ usually rounds up the day's entertainment so pay attention to getting this bang on. Make sure your Jockey of Discs is comfortable on the mic and knows what works best with the crowd on the floor.

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Key findings arising from Mrs2Be Irish Wedding Survey 2015 •

On a whole, the average spend on weddings in 2014 increased only a small amount when comparing to 2013.

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While spend has shown an increase for average spend on

the photographer, videographer, DJ, hair & make-up and wedding cake suppliers, our survey shows a slight decline in the spend in other areas (e.g. the venue, the wedding dress, jewellery and stationery).

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December is by far the most popular month to get engaged (1/5th of all engagements). January is the least popular month to pop the question.

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The trend for shorter engagements is continuing. Two years ago, our survey revealed that the majority of couples were to be engaged for two years or longer. This year and last, the majority fall into the 13 to 18 months category.

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More than 1 in 4 couples now live together for more than 5 years before getting married.

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Similar to last year, almost 1 in every 4 couples who completed our survey DO NOT get married in a church.

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The most preferred number of bridesmaids is 3.

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Country manors / exclusive venues are growing in popularity with 18% of couples opting to host their weddings there.

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Approximate spend per head on the wedding meal falls into the €41 to €60 category.

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Typical number of guests seated for the wedding meal is 101 to 150.

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Almost 1 in 7 couples are thinking about taking out wedding insurance. This has dropped slightly since last year which may be an indicator of increased consumer confidence.

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Good news for nervous public speakers, having the wedding speeches before the meal is becoming increasingly popular.

The preference for having speeches after the meal still takes the lead, but only just. We wouldn’t be surprised to see speeches beforehand taking the lead in next year’s survey.

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The survey survey found that the average spend by couples on their wedding in 2014 was €19,635. (€24,490 including the honeymoon).

Information sourced from www.mrs2be.ie

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Snas ar do chuid Gaeilge i 24u/c!

Opportunity to brush up your Irish!

Dé hAoine 26 Feabhra / Dé Sathairn 27 Feabhra Friday 26th February/ Saturday 27th February

Am/time: 7.00pm-9.00pm Friday/ 9.30-12.30 Saturday

Comhghairdeas le foireann Scoil Bhreac Chluain, Abhainn an Scáil, a thug an bua leo sa chomórtas faoi 13 ag Tráth na gCeist Boird, eagraithe ag Comhar Chreidmheasa Chorca Dhuibhne. Sa phictiúr tá James Hanafin, Ciara Knightly, Ciara Ferriter agus Dara Newsome.

Levels: based on interest!/ag braith ar éilimh! Áit/ Where: An Meal, An Daingean.

Castlegregory Parish Mission

Eolas/ info: eolas@cfcd.ie nó 066 9156100 Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne

Baile an Fheirtéaraigh

To celebrate the Jubilee Year of Mercy a Parish Mission will take place in Castlegregory Parish from 15th to the 18th February inclusive. The Mission Team is known popularly as the ‘Grey Friars’ – an off-shoot of the Franciscans. There is a packed programme and Mission Programmes are now being distributed to each household. The theme is ‘Let us begin again.’ Both chuches, St. Mary's and St. Brendan's will host services. The Friars will come and speak at the Masses on the 13th/14th February and on Saturday 13th February the Mission Team will screen an award winning film ‘The Human Experience’ in the Clubrooms at 8pm. Admission is free.

Club RíRá An bhfuil páistí agat atá ag freastal ar an mbunscoil? Ar mhaith leat dlúthchaidreamh a chruthú leo? Ar mhaith leat aithne níos fearr a chur orthu agus na himeachtaí go gcuireann said spéis iontu?Ar mhaith leat aithne a chur ar cháirde do pháiste agus iad a fheiscint i gcomhluadar a chéile? Seo do sheans! Tá Club Rí Rá ag pleanáil faoi láthair dos na imeachtaí atá le teacht sna seachtainí atá amach romhainn. Is club do pháistí idir 7 agus 12 é club RíRá ,a eagraíonn imeachtaí tré Ghaeilge do pháistí Chorca Dhuibhne. Ba mhaith linn tuismitheoirí a mhealladh isteach chun cabhrú linn an Club a reachtáil. Cuireann sé go mór le taithí an duine óig nuair a fheiceann said go bhfuil a dtuismitheoirí sásta am a chaitheamh leo agus lena gcáirde. Cuireann sé leis an dtairbhe agus leis an dtaitneamh a bhaineann said as a leithéid de chlub, agus cuireann sé lena gcuid féin mhuinnín.

Tabharfar traenáil do ghach éinne gur spéis leo cabhrú leis an gclub.

Tá breis eolais ar fail ó Debra Ní Shúilleabháin Óige na Gaeltachta/ Muintearas 026-65883 nó debra@muintearas.com Are you a parent of a primary school aged child? Are you looking for new ways to spend time with your child? To get to know them better and to see their interaction with their friends? Would you like the chance to get to know your child’s friends, and for them to get to know you? Spending time helping out with a youth club is a great way to foster these relationships. You will have the chance to see the children flourish and develop. Club Rí Rá is currently planning their upcoming activities, and we would love to have the participants’ parents helping with the club. The club organizes activities through Irish for children in primary school aged between 7 and 12, such as cookery, art, pottery etc. All parents will be fully trained and vetted.

Children benefit greatly from their parents’ involvement in these types of clubs and it helps with their self confidence and their enjoyment of the activities also.

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Killorglin Rowing Club Irish Indoor Rowing Championships 23rd January 2016 An outstanding day was had by all KRC athletes at the championships.

First medal of the day went to Rhiannon O’Donoghue finishing 3rd in the Women’s Junior 15 5min test followed by Anna Tyther in 5th.

Sean Houlihan and Conor Murphy raced the Men’s Junior 16, 2000m event with Sean finishing 2nd overall. It was Sean’s and Conor’s first 2000m test. Sean got 6:46 for 2km, even outpacing some of the boys in the under 18 category. Conor has put in a great performance and was well in the pack.

Falvey's Bar Customers say “cheers” to St. Joseph’s Home The customers at Falvey's Bar have chosen St Joseph’s Home Killorglin as this year’s recipient of their charity Christmas drink. The €500 raised this year will go towards the refurbishment programme which is being undertaken at the home.

The current refurbishment will consist of the conversion of eight three bedded rooms into single en suite rooms the work will be done in two phases and will commence in 2017.

To date the customers have donated €3,000 to various charities.

Cheers to St. Joseph’s home!

Picture L-R: Sister Elizabeth of St Josephs Home.

Mr Declan Falvey of Falvey's Bar. Sister Helena of St Josephs Home & Mr Austin O’Reilly Advisory committee Saint Joseph's Home.

Picture: Michael G.Kenny

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Déise Abú

Monika Dukarska finished 2nd in the Women’s Open 2,000m race ahead of Leonora Kennedy with Sanita Puspure leading the race from the start. Rhiannon and Anna raced the women’s junior 15, 500m sprint in the afternoon placing 1st and 2nd respectively. It was an outstanding race to watch with both girls battling it out hard. Sean went off hard in his Men’s junior 16, 500m sprint and left no doubt in anyone’s mind that he would take the first place. Another medal in the bag!

James McCarthy won the Men’s Junior 18, 500m race comfortably, making it twice in a row. Monika sprinted through her 500m race, setting a new Irish record pulling 1min and 34 seconds. She brought the total number of medals to 8.

Cian Clifford and Fionan Crowley had both very strong performances in very competitive categories.

Now it is evident that all the hard work pays off! Onwards and upwards from here! Cork Head of the River is our next target on the 7th of February.

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Anam Cara Meeting Anam Cara is holding its monthly Parent Evening on Tuesday 9th of February from 19:30 to 21:00 in Recovery Haven 5 Haigs Terrace, Killerisk, Tralee, Co. Kerry (weather dependent). Anam Cara Services are available free of charge to all bereaved parents.

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Foot Orthotics - The Truth Eddie O’ Grady The science behind foot orthotics is relatively new and continually evolving. To date some of the evidence regarding the benefits foot orthotics for athletes etc. has been a little conflicting. Reasons for this may include 1. differences in the experience and training of prescribing practitioners; 2. differences between orthotic suppliers and materials used 3. the temptation of monetary gain from prescribing orthotics unnecessarily.

From my experience foot orthotics do work for certain conditions the majority of the time but I feel they are way overprescribed for monetary gain. They mainly seem to benefit conditions from the knee down to and including the foot. I cannot really see how they would prevent hip or back pain(unless maybe there is a leg length discrepancy),neck pain etc. as some suppliers suggest. A lot of people are under the illusion that orthotics are some kind of amazing item especially the more expensive ones. If you have a pair, take a good look at them. They are basically a very fancy supportive insole, not much more.

Let’s look at how they work, i.e. in the case of a lower limb tendinopathy.

This condition usually occurs when the tendon has been under strain for long periods. The idea is that you put in a strategically located lift in the orthotic to take the pressure off the tendon and thus give it a chance to heal. For example with an achilles tendinopathy, you put in a little heel lift thus taking the pressure off the tightened achilles tendon. You are trying to reduce the tension on the tendon or give it slack, hoping as a result it gets a chance to heal. Looking at it from a different angle though, maybe you just had tightened calves from wearing high heels or from overdoing it in training. By loosening out the calves with massage and stretching you can reduce the pull and strain on the achilles tendon to which they are attached....maybe there is no need for orthotics? However other tendinopathies like tibialis posterior or peroneal can be more difficult to treat and may benefit from an orthotics.

Say you have medial knee pain from running, it may be due to flat feet causing an inward force on the knee. You put in an orthotic with an arch support, it corrects the fallen arch, lessening the inward stress on the knee and taking the pressure of the medial knee. As you can see there is nothing amazing going on here and the theory is pretty good. You can even use different types of materials when manufacturing orthotics, some which give more spring in your step reducing the load on shins (shin splints) etc.

In the case of plantar fasciitis which can be due to torsion on the plantar fascia as a result of rotational movement between the heel and forefoot.

Here a heel lock in the orthotic coupled with an arch support can stabilise the heel and forefoot, reducing torsion on the plantar fascia and allowing it to heal.

However, here are a few things I want you to consider.

1. If you have been running for several years injury free, why would you suddenly need orthotics, could you not just have an injury that needs rest or treatment.

2. You have a young child and somebody says they need orthotics because they have flat feet even though they are not in any discomfort.

The child is growing and developing, do you want to alter and interfere with that natural process. sometimes even if there is mild pain, maybe it is just ‘’growing pains’’ .

3. if you have flat feet or high arches and are in no pain or discomfort, why let somebody convince you that you need orthotics. I know plenty of runners and athletes with one of those conditions (high arches or flat feet) that never wear orthotics and have no problems.

4. The ‘’one leg an inch shorter than the other trick’’ to sell you orthotics. I can easily make it appear like one of your legs is shorter than the other when measuring you. A tiny percentage of the population 1/1000, have leg length differences of greater than 20mm or 3/4 inch(Guichet et al.; Clin Orthop. Rel. Res. 1991, 272:235). It is at this level that leg length discrepancy becomes significant. Wearing orthotics to correct a difference when there is no difference could quiet possibly cause you problems down the line. However if there is a definite actual leg length discrepancy a little heel lift in an orthotic can correct this and provide considerable relief. I regularly see people told they have a one inch discrepancy in leg length and sold orthotics for several hundred euro.

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Upon testing them I frequently see little or no difference whatsoever in their leg lengths.

There is an interesting article on leg length discrepancies to be read at http://runnersconnect.net/running-injury-prevention/leg-lengthdiscrepancy-running/.

Also the only way to reliably determine anatomical leg length discrepancies is to take x-rays of the lower extremities and actually measure the length of the femur, tibia, talus and calcaneus, since these are the primary weight bearing bones.

5. Lower back pain is often either disc or muscular related. I cannot in any way see how orthotics could benefit these conditions. As for neck pain, not a hope.

As for gait analysis in running stores, this is my advice; If you have been using a specific runner and having no problems, stick with it, brand and all. So often I have seen people measured up for runners and told for example they are over-pronating. Then they are given a runner to correct for this. Next thing two months later they have a tendon injury because they have been used to running a certain way in specific running shoes and now this altered runner is changing that suddenly, with no chance for the body to adapt. Stick with the footwear you are used to. Make sure it is comfortable, supportive and laced up well. Replace worn out foot wear.

Also for people new to running, give your body time to adapt. Take it slowly, this is the best way to prevent injury. In terms of price, you should be able to get a quality off the shelf orthotic for around €60.

These often do the trick for many conditions. They usually include little stick on attachments to correct for various conditions so your practitioner can customise them to the injury. Custom orthotics shouldn’t really set you back more than €300. Paying more does not mean you have a better product. Many are way overpriced for what you are getting.

What seems to be major factor in whether orthotics will work or not is how comfortable the feel when worn. If you have been overtraining resulting in a lower limb tendinopathy, don’t think you can just stick on a pair of orthotics and keep going. Often it is rest along with eccentric rehabilitation exercises that is needed, not orthotics as such. I hope the above article gives you a few things to think on.

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blood vessels. The herb’s anti-inflammatory action protects against arthritic type illnesses, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma and skin disorders e.g. eczema and psoriasis. Turmeric also improves liver function and can be helpful for constipation and gall bladder problems.

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In summary, turmeric has many different benefits. It can potentially prevent cardiovascular disease, reduce high cholesterol and alleviate skin conditions, arthritic conditions and asthma. As an anti-oxidant turmeric is anti-ageing and importantly boosts the immune system and improves resistance to infection. This is a good time to introduce this food herb to your diet as winter is beginning to take its toll compromising our immune systems particularly after the festive season of over indulgence.

Deirdre Daly Turmeric: Curcuma longa Family: Zingiberaceae Parts Used: Root/Rhizome Turmeric comes from the rhizome (rootstock) of the Curcuma longa plant and is an ancient root traditionally used in Chinese and Indian herbal medicine for its healing properties. The plant is a member of the Zingiberaceae (ginger) family and has been used as a medicine, food, and colouring agent for thousands of years in Asian countries. Its use as medicinal herb in western herbalism has a lower profile though research carried out in recent years has shown the many health benefits of the root of this plant.

Preparations and Dosage: As a food spice 250 to 500mg can be taken once or twice daily. If treating a specific disease up to 1 to 2 grams of the powdered turmeric can be taken daily.

Turmeric health benefits come primarily from its main ingredient, curcumin, which has been widely researched and shown to have antioxidant properties. Anti-oxidants are nutrients that protect against cellular damage, the latter, which can trigger a range of health problems.

Anti-oxidants also help to boost the immune system and increase resistance to infection.

Safety considerations: Turmeric is a mild uterine stimulant and high doses should be avoided during pregnancy. It is also contraindicated if on blood thinning medications due to its anti-coagulant properties.

The numerous clinical trials carried out and published demonstrated the safe and beneficial effects of turmeric and curcumin. An article by well-known herbalist Kerry Bone refers to the amazing properties of turmeric citing the herb to be anti-oxidant, anti-coagulant, cholesterol lowering, anti-inflammatory and potentially anti-tumour.

Turmeric can be classed as a food herb and together with other food herbs, such as fenugreek and garlic have blood cholesterol lowering properties. Both garlic and turmeric have anti-coagulant properties supporting a healthy cardiac system and inhibiting clotting within the

The rhizome can be juiced using up to 5 grams or decocted bringing to the boil and simmering for twenty minutes, 5 to 15 grams daily.

Tincture: 5mls three times a day.

Caution: Do not self-diagnose or self-treat for serious or long-term conditions without first consulting a qualified herbal or medical practitioner.

Deirdre is a qualified herbalist and can be contacted at, ‘Nature’s Knowledge’, Lower Main Street, Dingle, for advice, consultations and treatments.

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The Future Looks Bright For Vitamin D Irene Ní Fhlannúra Vitamin D has long been associated with bone health, however, current research shows that vitamin D is involved in multiple functions within the body. There are vitamin D receptor (VDRs) cells in most organs of the body including the brain, heart, bone, skin, intestines, kidneys, ovaries, testes, prostate and breast suggesting that vitamin D is required by these organs for optimum functioning. The evidence is mounting that the role of vitamin D has been greatly underestimated in terms of disease prevention and that the long held belief that bone diseases such as rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults (softening of the bones) are the only diseases caused by vitamin D deficiency. A look back in history makes for very confusing reading but suffice to say between the rats, goats, dogs and Scottish children scientists in the 1920’s finally concluded that rickets developed as a result of extreme vitamin D deficiency.

Interestingly, cod liver oil was first prescribed as a treatment for rickets in 1824 but like many traditional remedies of old, the reasoning wasn’t well understood at the time. Now, that we have great advances made in science and medicine the involvement of vitamin D in many diseases has come to light and warrants serious consideration in the treatment of most modern chronic diseases.

Vitamin D is unlike other vitamins as it acts like a hormone, regulating function once activated within the body. It is best known for increasing calcium and phosphorous absorption and thus directly influences bone strength. Apart from bone health, vitamin D’s impact on our health is far reaching. The discovery of vitamin D receptors (VDRs) on the cells of such a variety of organs has led investigators to look closer at vitamin D. While much of this research is still ongoing - the results are astounding. Simply put, VDRs in beta cells of the pancreas suggest that vitamin D has a role in insulin regulation - most diabetic patients tested for vitamin D were found to have insufficient levels. In cardiovascular health VDRs present in the cells of the heart lining and muscle are thought to protect against atherosclerosis. Vitamin D enhances immunity in particular along the upper respiratory tract and studies show lower incidence of influenza, tuberculosis and viral respiratory infections among those with higher levels of vitamin D. The association is stronger in individuals with existing respiratory disease such as asthma and COPD. Astonishingly, vitamin D has been shown to inhibit the development of autoimmune diseases. Laboratory, clinical and epidemiological (studies of populations) research have found the prevalence of diabetes, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn’s disease increases with latitude suggesting vitamin D plays a role in these autoimmune diseases. Vitamin D has been shown to have a positive effect on mood. Major depression increases when vitamin D in the blood dips below normal levels and vitamin D supplementation has been shown to have a positive effect on serotonin levels and benefit to those with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). In cancer, vitamin D is involved in how immune cells identify cancer cells, induce cancer cell suicide (apoptosis) as well as interfere with cell signalling to inhibit the growth and spread of malignant disease. It is difficult to summarize the volumes of evidence but vitamin D appears to have a connection with every chronic disease plaguing our society - whether the lack of vitamin D directly influences the onset of key chronic diseases or is a consequence of disease is yet to be established but one thing for sure is that sufficiency provides a protective benefit from multiple diseases.

Vitamin D differs from other vitamins as we can make our own vitamin D through sunlight exposure on the skin. Ideally, we can build up a reserve of vitamin D during the Summer months that can be stored for use during the rest of the year. People living further north of the equator (like us pale skins) are extremely efficient of making vitamin D with the short supply of sun available to us. Those with darker skin require longer times in ideal sunshine to acquire vitamin D stores. People at risk of deficiency include the elderly, babies, pregnant and breastfeeding women, obese people, those with digestive impairments and malabsorption disorders, people on medications that interfere with fat absorption such as statins and certain “slimming pills” and basically, those not getting enough sunlight during the summer months, when the UVB light is most optimal.

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assurance of correct supplementation to maintain optimum levels of vitamin D or to identify and correct deficiencies when they occur. Despite the fact we are only on the cusp of understanding this vital nutrient, the data so far offers much hope in the therapeutic use of vitamin D in the prevention and management of chronic disease.

Ré Nua Natural Health is hosting Vitamin D Awareness week from Feb 15th – 19th. Testing with one-month free vitamin D supplementation on offer, health talk and information leaflets available during that week. See website for details.

Irene Ní Fhlannúra, Nutritional Therapist at Ré Nua Nutrition Clinic & Healing Rooms, Dingle 086 1662562 - Website: www.renuanaturalhealth.com • RENEW Personal 4 wk Programme for Winter to Spring Detox/Cleanse • Ré Nua Vitamin D Awareness Week Feb 15th-19th 2016 • “Awaken” Spring Health Weekend in Ballydavid, March 3rd -6th 2016

Spring Health Weekend in West Kerry!

If you are feeling bogged down and sluggish from the Winter season, the new “Awaken” Spring Health Weekend in Ballydavid will blow away the cobwebs and reset the body clock for the perfect Spring.

Ré Nua Natural Health (Dingle) and Spá Atlantach (Ballydavid) have teamed together to offer four days of Spring cleaning for the mind and body from Thursday 3rd March to Sunday 6th March. The agenda is filled with activities to help shed off the Winter mantle and cleanse the body inside and out to fully embrace Springtime. Yoga (with Róisin Kenny) and Angel meditation (with Brenda Flannery) will help us to move forward into Spring with mindful presence and attune our thoughts to the new Season. Irene Ní Fhlannúra will host a Spring Detox workshop with nutrition tips, tastings and recipes to support the natural detoxification process. Each day will feature an outdoor experience including a shore walk with TP O’Conchúir, a guided walk in the natural beauty of Ballydavid with Colm Bambury and an explorative trail with Darach O Murchú, foraging for some Spring time nourishment. A wholesome 2-course lunch is served each day to round off a revitalizing morning of Springtime activities, leaving the afternoons free to take time out to indulge in the Spá Atlantach for seaweed baths, Massage treatments and Angel therapy.

As Sunday 6th March is Mother’s Day, it is fitting that a weekend spent with Mother Nature will finish with a special 3-course lunch in Tigh TPs in celebration of all Mammies everywhere! The option of a Spá Atlantach Seaweed bath and/or Massage with lunch is available, making the day a wonderful expression of appreciation and love for all Moms!

Come for one day, two days, three days or all four to awaken the senses, declutter the mind and cleanse your body! For those wishing to fully immerse themselves in the Spring Health Weekend accommodation is available at the Coastguard House and Lodge, Ballydavid 083 4437322. Full itinerary of events and prices are listed on both websites – www.renuanaturalhealth.com and www.spaatlantach.com, or contact Michelle 087 1366201.

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Make The Internet A Safer Place Joan Maguire This week there are calls to the United nations to make Internet access available to everyone in the world as a human right. Universal access to clean water is understandable, as is universal right to live in peace and have a basic standard of living. Before we work to provide universal access to the Internet we need to understand who are the main beneficiaries and how can a person use the Internet without having their activities tracked and recorded, without this the world is in danger of creating a situation where the benefit of the Internet to the ordinary people will pale in comparison to the financial fortunes made by computer corporations.

Access to the Internet since its inception has connected people all over the globe. Since the arrival of Social Media sites we have the ability to stay in contact with friends and family abroad without having to mortgage the house. The Internet has provided us with a vehicle to express our opinions and to meet together with like minded people and it can be very entertaining, as any user knows it is possible to spend away hours on the Internet, at no cost.

Tuesday the 9th of February is Safer Internet Day and is a day that we can all use to focus on how we use the Internet. One of the resources created for Safer Internet Day is a handbook developed by young people to educate young people about their online rights entitled 'The Web We Want'. It and more resources are available at saferinternetday. ie.

For adults, Safer Internet Day is an opportunity to take the time to read the Privacy policies of at least one of the companies whose websites you use. We can use the Internet wisely, we can help ourselves by knowing what information we are giving away that corporations can derive financial benefit from and then decide is it a good idea to give it away.

According to Google's financial reports they made a distributable profit of $10,903,000,000 in the first nine months of 2015. This first service that Google was an Internet search engine that was made freely available to people. I cannot say exactly how they and other multinational computer companies make their money, but I do believe that it is a good idea for us the users of their services to be aware of the privacy policies of each company, how much information they keep on any user and what they do with it, do they sell it onto other people?

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Thomas George Devane on behalf of the Annascaul Walking Club presenting the 2015 Tom Crean Endurance Walk Medallion to Sinead Hunt in recognition of her recent crossing of South Georgia.

Maine Valley Family Centre Maine Valley Family Centre is now taking names for the following classes : Mindfulness: 4 week programme starting Tues 9th Feb 7.309pm in Castlemaine Community Centre. Another 4 week programme will also run in Annascaul. Venue date and time tbc. Maths for Parents for Children in Primary School: two workshops will take place to facilitate parents: one in the evening on Tuesday 9th February 7.30-9pm and/or one in the morning date and time tbc.

Maine Valley Book Club will meet on Friday 5th February at 10.1511.15am at Castlemaine Community Centre. All welcome.

Classes free of charge donations appreciated. To register your interest in any of the above please contact us 066 9767 833 or 086-0580019.

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CALL TO ALL VISUAL ARTISTS Art Submissions Being Accepted for K-Fest 2016 Visual arts submissions are now being accepted for K-Fest Music & The Arts, which takes place in Killorglin, on Friday, June 3rd, through Monday, June 6th, 2016. Submissions, including images of artwork, photo of the artist, biography, and artist statement, may be sent via email to Neil Browne, K-Fest Artistic Director, at submissions@kfest.ie. Submissions are due at 2:00 P.M., April 8, 2016.

Now in its fourth consecutive year, K-Fest hosts up to 150 visual artists in bespoke pop-up galleries, as well as dozens of musical acts, an array of theatrical performances, spoken word, short films, secret cinema, activities for children, and the unique Screaming Pope Prize.

K-fest aims to promote culture in all its forms, to nurture the growth of music and the arts, and to foster participation in the arts and artistic thought for all ages. The K-Fest name is associated with cultural innovation, artistic exploration and excellence, and for showcasing fun, eclectic, and thought-provoking events while setting and maintaining high-production standards across all its programmes.

“This is the first year that we’re holding open submissions for our visual arts galleries, as the interest has been overwhelming,” says Neil Browne, K-Fest Artistic Director. “Last year’s festival was a huge success with over 10,000 attendees throughout the June Bank Holiday Weekend, and we expect K-Fest 2016 to outperform it, as we have a broader reach of artists and eventgoers, plus some great surprises planned for this year’s festival.”

Complete instructions may be downloaded at www.kfest.ie. Click on the link: “Artists Submission Form 2016.” For more information on the submission process, contact Neil Browne, Artistic Director, at submissions@kfest.ie. For general information about K-Fest, send inquiries to: marketing@kfest.ie. #ilovekfest

Coláiste Íde: Bonn óir Staire bainte amach ag iar scoláireHelena Ní Róchain Comhghairdeas ó chroí le Helena Ní Rócháin, beidh an bonn óir Staire, ó Chumann Staire na hÉireann, á bhronnadh uirthi toisc gur bhain sí breis is 100 marc amach i ngach freagra i scrúdú Staire na hArdteistiméireachta 2015. Tá ana chreidiúint ag dul do Helena agus Cliodhna Ní Chonchúir, an múinteoir Staire. Beidh Niamh Crowley , Uachtarán an Chumainn, i láthair ag ócáid ceiliúradh ar an 5ú Marta i gColáiste Íde.

Coláiste Íde past student receives the national gold medal for Leaving Certificate History.

Heartfelt congratulations to former student Helena Ní Rócháin, as she has been chosen to receive the national gold medal for History, from the History Association of Ireland. Helena achieved 100 marks in each answer in her Leaving Certificate History examination 2015. There is great credit due to Helena and her History teacher, Cliodhna Ní Chonchúir. The president of the Historical Society, Niamh Crowley, will visit Coláiste Íde on the 5th March for a celebratory presentation.

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Mid Kerry Senior League: Round 1 sees our own club take on Keel on Sunday February 14th at 2 p.m. in Milltown Castlemaine GAA Grounds. Come along and support our club.

Milltown / Castlemaine GAA Deirdre O’ Sullivan AGM Unfortunately our reconvened AGM did not place at the weekend. We are still seeking nominations for Club Chairperson.

Our club has achieved much over the last year both on and off the field.

Without the involvement of the community, our club will not be able to provide the supports and facilities that are necessary for all the young boys and girls- in our ever expanding community. We need some more volunteerism within the club- perhaps YOU are the person to join us and help Milltown Castlemaine GAA Club develop to its full potential.

Football Coaching Workshops: If you are a beginner in the coaching area or you want to perfect some of your coaching drills, then these workshops are ideal for you. We would like you to make every effort to attend these workshops.

Workshop 1: Aimed at U 14 -Minor Coaches -February 10th at 8pm in Milltown Sports Hall.

This workshop will be presented by Sean O Sullivan and Maurice Horan Workshop 2 Aimed at U10/12 Coaches -February 22nd in Mounthawk Secondary School Workshop 3 - Aimed at U 6 and U 8 -March 7th in Mounthawk Secondary School If you have any questions call Vince Cooper on 086 4084690 for further details.

Mid Kerry U21 County Championship Semi Final: Milltown Castlemaine are home to Beaufort next Sunday February 7th at 11.30 a.m. (Extra if necessary) Please come along and show your support.

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Cúl Camps: Save the date! Cúl Camps will take place in our club from JULY 11th to JULY 15th. This is always a wonderful week of fun and activities for all who attend. Further details in the coming weeks.

GAA LOTTO: 18, 22, 27 and 29 were the drawn numbers. Our lotto jackpot for €5,800 was not won on Friday last but as always we had SIX very lucky consolation prize-winners.

Prizes of €50 were won by: Paddy Bradley Boherbee and Graham Coleman. €25 consolation prizes to: Tim Lane, Cappagh, John McMahon, Eircom, Padraig and Mairead McCarthy and Mary Redpath Healy, Rockfield.

Congratulations to one and all. Next Lotto draw for €6,000 is on Friday February 12th Karl J’s Bar, Milltown.

Lotto tickets are currently on sale…Just €2 a ticket or 3 for €5. So head off and purchase your lotto tickets which are available from usual sellers and at various outlets in Milltown, Castlemaine and Ballyfinnane.

Thank you to all the businesses who promote our Lotto and to our many loyal sellers and purchasers for your continued support of our GAA Lotto. Of course our Lotto would not be possible without our sponsors-Mike O’ Shea and sons-Builders-Farran, Milltown.

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Richie Williams Boredom should be the last thing on people’s minds here in West Kerry when one looks at the array of activities coming up over the next few weeks. Starting this weekend with the inaugural STORM FESTIVAL taking in a variety of activities in all corners of the Peninsula. The following weekend the DINGLE WALKING FESTIVAL gives us all a chance to get out in the fresh air and climb, ramble or walk some of the finest outdoor terrain of varying distances to be found in this wonderful county.

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COMÓRTAS PEILE PAIDÍ Ó SÉ promises an unparalleled sporting and social weekend for ladies and gents teams and their supporters with groups travelling from all corners of the world this year. Certainly a fitting tribute to one of the greatest ambassadors The Dingle Peninsula ever produced.

The same weekend SCOIL CEOL AN EARRAIGH will be in full swing over in Ballyferriter and great credit to the organisers there whose funding from state agencies was withdrawn recently. The passion in and for traditional music will I have no doubt overcome a minor obstacle such as money and continue to thrive in the years ahead.

A PUBLIC MEETING to discuss the suggestion of forming a NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH/ BUSINESS WATCH group in Dingle will be held in Benners Hotel on Monday 22nd February and people of all ages are invited to attend.

Friday March 4th is another date for the diary as Danno will host one of his famous BARBEQUES to raise funds for the St Patricks Weekend 2016 Commemoration Festival in Dingle. The theme for the St Patricks Day Parade is 1916 Remembered and we hope to see a big increase in the number of entries this year so get your trailer booked on time.

Well what a wonderful idea the Peninsula People Of the Year Awards turned out to be highlighting the involvement of so many individuals and groups in a huge amount of voluntary work of varying types right across Corca Dhuibhne and beyond. Comhgairdeachas do gach einne a bhi ainmnithe dos na duaiseanna imbliana agus gan dabha sar aitheantas toilte ag gach uile duine achu.

John Sheehy of Dingle was the recipient of the Person Of The Year Award and having worked with him in several different groups and occasions over many years I am glad that his commitment and contribution has finally been acknowledged. By the way rumour has it that one of the prizes this year for John is a trip with Mike Shea on foot with his expedition to the South Pole!!!. I think John might sleep it out the morning that bus is leaving Dingle as the previous years winner did when invited to join Mikes North Pole expedition.

Best Wishes Mike with the expedition and congrats to you and Muireann and Sláine on a very professional presentation at the awards ceremony in the Dingle Bay Hotel.

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A Warming Roast Garlic, White Bean and Chorizo Broth Mark Murphy - Dingle Cookery School Loads of roast garlic, with white beans and chorizo, all three work together to make such a tasty and warming soup. Don’t be the slightest bit frightened by the excessive amount of garlic, when you roast garlic it mellows out the harshness and gives it an outstanding sweetness.

I really count this as one of my favourite soups or broths to make, especially on a cold evening or when you are feeling a little poorly and need a little boost.

I recommend buying dried beans instead of the canned varieties.

However, if you are using canned varieties, drain them and add them at the same stage of the recipe. If using the dried beans make sure to soak them the night before in plenty of water.

This soup has very Spanish flavours within it, but I like to give it a small bit more body with the addition of the celery and beans. If you find you have any leftover cooked meats especially any slowly cooked meats, pick them into small stands and add them to it about fifteen minutes before the end (salted beef brisket is so delicious with this recipe). This little trick turns it in to a really hearty meal and will allow you to use up left over. It is best served with some crusty bread and can be served as a warming lunch or as an evening meal.

If you like this recipe why not join us at Dingle Cookery School for our next Friday night Supper club which is on Friday 12th at 6.30pm and is Spanish Themed. We will cook plenty of dishes like this in a hands-on class taking you through the flavours of Spain, after the class the best part we will all sit down together to our Spanish Feast.

Also our Aspiring Gourmet Couples Hands-on Class is on Saturday 13th for details of any of our classes contact us at 086 8723521 or www. dinglecookeryschool.com

Roast the garlic by placing the cloves in a pan with 2 tablespoons of rapeseed oil, cover with foil and place in an oven at 180°C. Leave to cook for about 25-30 minutes. At this stage the garlic should be golden and soft. Allow them to cool slightly while reserving the oil. You can now remove and discard the skins from the garlic, leaving you with just the fragrant flesh of the garlic. Use a blender to puree the garlic cloves.

In a medium sized pot over medium heat add the rest of the oil and then add the diced onion with a pinch of salt, allow the onion to cook gently for about five minutes, add the celery and thyme and continue to cook for another five minutes. Turn up the heat slightly and then add the chorizo, cook this for about three minutes. At this stage the chorizo should have caramelised slightly. Add in the smoked paprika and stir in well. Add the roasted garlic puree and the chicken stock to the pot. Bring this to a simmer for about ten minutes add the beans at this stage and continue to simmer for about five minutes.

Taste and season it with salt and black pepper. To serve add chopped parsley and drizzle some of the oil form the roasted garlic.

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Times Past with Ted Creedon The article below first appeared in The Dingle Echo, the community news magazine published by Ógra an Daingin, in the winter of 1985/’86.

men's green jerseys with 'Ireland' emblazoned on them. Then all hell broke loose. The Olympic officials recognised the 'illegal' competitors and rushed over to them. Paudie and his team-mates were asked to withdraw but they refused to leave the track. The officials threatened to call the police but the Irishmen wouldn't budge. By now the track was covered in reporters and newsreel cameras as well as cyclists and officials. The race was delayed. The protest was blaring over the loud speakers. Then the police arrived.

The police asked them to leave. They were understanding of the situation but firm. The Irishmen would not be pressured and held their ground. Eventually, the police got a warrant for their arrest and they were 'removed' from the track. The race started and the moment, that athletes everywhere aspire to, had gone. The three Irishmen were 'held in custody' until half-way through the race and then released.

Their protest was world-wide news and the attending publicity led, eventually, to both cycling associations being reconciled but at a cost to Paudie. When he returned home he was banned from international competition. He continued to compete in local races for a while but became disillusioned and retired - his heart was no longer in the sport.

Even now - thirty years later Paudie is reluctant to talk about Melbourne and what might have been.

He had dearly wanted to be part of an all-Ireland team - as are our rugby players. He could have raced with the 26-county team but did he rate his chances? Could he have won the supreme trophy?

"We were very fit, very strong and very dedicated. You'd never know what might have happened on the day. You'd never know." he said.

Olympic Outrage: Paudie Fitzgerald on Melbourne '56.

Paudie Fitzgerald removed his track-suit before the start of the 1956 Road Cycle Race at the Melbourne Olympics. He was surrounded by hundreds of cyclists - the best in the world. He had done it! Reached the top - the Olympic Final! Nearby, his two team-mates from Ireland, Tom Flanagan and Tom Gerrard, were also shedding their track-suits.

The three of them exchanged glances which said ' Will we get away with it?'.

For a few moments Paudie reflected on the events which had brought him 12,000 miles from his native Lispole. It had all begun at the Dingle Races in the early 1950s. In those days the races were not just for horses but also consisted of cycling events. Paudie had competed in a cycle race from Lispole to Dingle and won. Pleased with local success he entered the County Championship, which was staged in Kenmare, and came second to cycling star Gene Mangan.

The first Rás Tailteann was held in Dublin in 1953 and Paudie travelled to the capital city for the first time. It was only a two-day event and despite being somewhat inexperienced he showed great potential by coming fifth overall. This encouraged him to greater achievement and he competed at every opportunity.

All was not rosy though. He was injured in a crash in Ennis and spent some time recovering in a Limerick hospital. By 1956 Paudie was in his prime. He captained the victorious Kerry team in the Rás that year, taking the individual award, the King of the Mountains Award as well as the team award. The National Cycling Association (N.C.A) was impressed and nominated Paudie to represent Ireland at the Melbourne Olympics along with Flanagan and Gerrard. But there was a hitch. The N.C.A represented cyclists North and South - all of Ireland - but was not, itself, recognised by the Olympic Committee. The Olympic Committee did recognise the Irish Organisation of Cyclists whose members were from the 26 counties only. So the N.C.A would not be allowed to compete, officially, in the Olympics.

Undaunted, and encouraged by massive support, both financial and otherwise, Paudie and Gerrard set off for Australia. They flew from Shannon to the Azores, then on to Boston, New York, Chicago and arrived in San Francisco where they linked up with Flanagan. The trio went island-hopping across the Pacific to Sydney and eventually arrived, exhausted, in Melbourne.

They were given a warm reception at the airport by the Irish Association of Australia and were whisked away to a five-star hotel. There they were royally treated while they recovered from the journey and prepared for the race.

Paudie was shocked out of his reverie by the sudden invasion of the Olympic track by reporters and cameramen who had spotted the Irish-

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Anso is Ansúd i gCorca Dhuibhne Beachaire ar an Imeall

‘Sí Naomh Gobnait an pátrún atá ag beachairí agus, mar a tharlaíonn sé, is í atá mar phátrún ar Pharóiste Dhún Chaoin ar imeall an Aigéin Atlantaigh i gCorca Dhuibhne, Co. Chiarraí. Tá cónaí orm ann le breis agus daichead bliain anois agus dob é Mícheál Ó Dubhshláine, an múinteoir áitiúil, a mheall mé chun coirceog d’fháil agus tosnú ar chaitheamh aimsire agus ábhar spéise a bheidh agam go dtí deireadh mo shaoil.

Is cuimhin liom go rabhas neirbhíseach agus aineolach nuair a thosnaíos ar dtúis agus is mó cealg a chuir na beacha ionam toisc go rabhas ciotach agus i gcónaí fé dheabhadh ach do chuas i dtaithí ar na nósanna agus ar na himeachtaí sa choirceog. D’fhoghlaimíos chomh maith conas na comharthaí a léamh ón aimsir agus ós na beacha agus níor chuas in aice leo gan an gléas deataigh lasta go láidir. Ní hé Dún Chaoin an áit is fearr in Éirinn le haghaidh beacha mar níl fásra róleathan anseo. Tá go leor fiúise agus seamair ins na goirt, agus aiteann agus fraoch ar na cnoic ach níl puinn crann ag fás toisc go bhfuilimid buailte go minic ag stoirmeacha ón bhfarraige, rud a chuireann cuid mhaith salainn san aer.

Le cúig mbliana anuas bhí roinnt deacrachtaí agam mar bheachaire.

Thosnaigh sé le drochaimsir a chuir bac ar na beacha dul amach ag lorg bídh agus a d’fhág coirceog nó dhó lag, in ainneoin an tsiúcra a thugas dóibh, agus i mbaoghal ós na foichí. Níl aon rud chomh truamhéileach le coirceog lag faoi ionsaí ag foichí agus ag bumbóga agus a fhios agat go bhfuil an cath caillte. Thánamar as sin agus an chéad bhliain eile, fágadh coirceog folamh gan aon chúis. Ní hé go rabhadar marbh timpeall na háite ach bhíodar imithe agus go leor bídh fós ann dóibh. Bhí sé amhlaidh in áiteanna eile ar fud na hEorpa.

Sa deireadh, dhá bhliain ó shoin, bhíos gan aon choirceog agus bhíos idir dhá chomhairle ar cheart dom éirí as ar fad nó tosnú arís leis an méid taithí agus eolais a bhí fachta agam thar na mblianta. Bheartaíos ar ath-thosnú agus do chuireas fios ar dhá bhanríon ó Galtee Honey Farms.

Thánadar agus do bhíos an-mhórálach as an dá fheithid bhreátha, shláintiúla a tháinig tríd an bpost agus a shocraigh síos go fonnmhar ar chósta thiar na hÉireann. Faraoir, níor mhair ceann acu ach sé mhí de bharr easpa cothabhála agus d’éag an bhanríon eile bliain ina dhiaidh gan aon chúis ach, b’fhéidir, an galar nua seo, neamhord cliseadh cóilíneachta (CCD). D’fhágas an choirceog dheireanach amuigh fé’n aer le gach rud istigh inti agus, gan aon choinne, do tháinig saithe ó áit lasmuigh de Dhún Chaoin agus do bhogadar isteach agus thosnaíodar ag obair ar an bpointe. Anois, bhíos tosnaithe arís le beacha ón gceantar agus dheineas deimhin de go raibh go leor bídh acu don gheimhreadh. Ní theastaíonn uaim scarúint le mo chairde an uair seo.

Tá obair agus, uaireanta, briseadh croí ag baint le beachaireacht ach tá buntáistí go leor ann freisin agus nílim ag caint ar mhil amháin. Tá saol na mbeach chomh spéisiúil agus i gcónaí tá an mhíorúilt ón ubh go dtí an larbha go dtí an pupa go dtí an fheithid. Tá an oiread le foghlaim ós na beacha mar gheall ar an dtimpeallacht - cad iad na bláthanna is maith leo, cé’n dath pailín a thagann ó cé’n planda, cé’n sórt giúmar atá ar an mbanríon. An buntáiste is mó, is dóigh liom, ná go gcaitheann tú dul i ngleic leis an nádúr agus go gcaitheann tú díriú ní amháin ar chúraimí an lae ach ar na tréithe is bunúsaí atá ann agus atá ag forbairt leis na milliúin bliain. Anuas ar sin, tá toradh na hoibre agat i bhfoirm meala agus céarach atá chomh blasta agus chomh maith agus is féidir a bheith.

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Roghnaigh Gaeilge ag an ATM.

Mar eolas: Rince Seite le Angela Uí Ghrifín i Seanscoil an Chuasa, ag 8.00 ar an nDéardaoin, ar na dátaí seo a leanas: 4ú, 11ú, 25ú Feabhra & 3ú agus 10ú Márta. €5 in aghaidh na hóiche nó €20 do na cúig oíche.

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- John Kennedy, Dún Chaoin Súil ar aghaidh: Cúrsaí do Dhaoine Fásta do 2016 Gearrchúrsa Cruinnis sa Ghaeilge An bhfuil gá agat le Gaeilge scríofa chruinn cheart? An bhfuil ceist agat faoi litriú, faoi chruinneas na Gaeilge nó faoi chúrsaí aistriúcháin? An bhfuil treoir uait maidir leis na hacmhainní atá ar fáil don té atá i mbun aistriúcháin, ag teagasc na teanga nó ag scríobh na Gaeilge? Má tá, tá an cúrsa cuí ann duit. Reáchtálafar Gearrchúrsa Cruinnis sa Ghaeilge in Oifigí Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne, sa Lárionad Forbartha Teanga nua i mBaile an Fheirtéaraigh ar an 12ú-13ú Feabhra 2016. Chomh maith leis an gCúrsa Cruinnis beidh cúpla léacht le clos ar chur chuige a bhaineann le teagasc na Gaeilge don bhFoghlaimeoir Fásta agus ar Úsáid na Teic46 West Kerry Live

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Funding of €50,000 sanctioned by the Minister for Transport to progress the design and planning of the final phase of the Dingle Inner Relief Road from the Spa Road to the Holy Stone at the rear of Main Street, Dingle

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Funding of €63,000 made available this year to complete the section of road from Castlegregory Primary School to the car park at Strand Road, Castlegregory

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Castlegregory Notes On February 6th @8pm in the Clubrooms there will be a Dinner sponsored by the Community Council in conjunction with a peninsula wide Storm Festival.Tickets at the Information Office €12/adult and €7/child.

3 courses, choice of 2 mains-Lamb Casserole or Fish pie. We can only serve 80 so book early.

There will be a photo exhibition -focusing on storms all around youhung from the newly installed picture rails. Artists and photographers in the future you will be able to book the clubrooms for your own shows.

Don’t forget that the clubroom is available for birthday parties, anniversary parties etc. check in the Information Office for availability and rates.

Whist every Thursday evening from 8.00pm in the Club.

Whist Results from Castlegregory 28/01/2016 Ladies 1st : Seamus O’Donnell, 2nd: Joan Moriarty

Any child/ren interested in competing in Recitation Under 12 & Under 16 - child needs to be able to recite/act out a recitation/poem; names for Recitation to Secretary 087924054 or emailcastlecommunitygames@gmail.com as soon as possible please.

Music (Solo) Under 12 & Under 16; Music (Group 2-6 children) - children should be able to play 1-2 pieces - any instruments allowed; Singing (Solo) Under 12 & Under 16; Singing (Group 2-6 children) - children need to be able to sing 1-2 songs. Groups are allowed 2-6 children.

Recitation, Music & Singing County Finals take place in February - we may have a local competition to select children for County Finals.

Other upcoming events - Indoor Soccer, Art, Modelmaking, Handwriting. All children who intend competing in any of our events including Sports Day and Athletic Training need to return their Registration Form if they haven’t already done so. Please check Castlegregory Community Games Facebook page for upcoming events/closing dates. Any queries to Secretary Margaret Dineen, Mairead Moore (President); Mike Lyne (Chairperson); Mary Foley (Treasurer); Maurice Fitzgerald (Games Co-Ordinator).

The Brandon Bay HM/10k: Early bird entry is now open online at www.brandonbayhalfmarathon.com with a huge 10% discount available. So far we have already gotten entries from around Ireland, and also a number from the UK & France so it’s already shaping up to be a super day of running, walking & jogging on the beach on Saturday 16th of July 2016.

Intervals: Catherine dowd,Marcia Ganter and Mary O Toole Gents: 1st Pat Rohan, 2nd: Johnny O’Toole Intervals: Michael Rohan and John McEnery Mystery: Martin Courtney,Mike Dowling and Ita Bode DVD on sale A DVD of when RTE visited back in 1980 ‘Castlegregory Community Radio’ features many voices of yesteryear as well as many well known characters still dwelling in our Community. It also features a selection of photographs from the area. The DVD is on sale now in the Visitor Information Centre for €10 Maharees Past and Present-Now on sale at the Information Centre is a DVD about the Maharees Past and Present and how it has developed through the mists of time to the present day.The DVD is on sale for €12.

Irish grinds available: for all levels from beginner or primary school to secondary or third level, grinds can be tailored to suit. Whether you want to focus on improving conversational (oral) Irish or improving grammar for better grades, lessons can be focused on any aspect that you wish. Contact Damien on 086-0531657 or ondamienabu@hotmail. com. Very reasonable rates.

Attention Notice from the Castlegregory office- Anyone who has a fob to open up the door of the clubrooms could you please return any you are no longer using on a regular basis. Anyone who got a fob for a one off occasion needs to return the fob to the office asap. Also could everyone who has a fob call into the office and give name and number on fob so we can update our records for 2016.Thank you .

Senator Marie Moloney

Zumba with Clarissa is back on in the clubrooms every Monday evening from 8pm-9pm.Come along and join in and have lots of fun while exercising those mince pies off.

Crime Prevention and Community Texting A Crime Prevention and Community Texting system was set up in our area on Friday 23rd October 2015. If you wish to be a part of the texting system, sign up forms are available in Castlegregory Information Centre. There is a cost of €10 which will last you 2-3 years. The more people who are involved in the texting system the more effective it will be.

Thank you.

will be holding an advice clinic in the following areas: 3rd Friday of each month:

Castlegregory - Club Room @ 1pm

Calling On All Local Photographers From February 5th - 7th there will be a Peninsula-wide “STORM FESTIVAL” (see notice below). As part of our participation we will have a photographic exhibition of all things relating to storms on land and sea and sky in the Club Rooms. Your work can be for sale but not to be picked up until Sunday afternoon. Pictures must be mounted, framed and ready to be hung. This exhibition is open to all photographers, both professional and amateur. The exhibition will be held in the Club Rooms on newly installed picture rails. For further information call Marcia on 087 1693493. Thanks Cooking Up A Storm in Castlegregory on February the 6th. A 3 course dinner will be served in the Clubrooms at 6pm, surrounded by a photo exhibition related to all things ‘stormy’. Music provided throughout the dinner. Tickets at the Information Centre Price: €12 Adult, €7 under 12, limited to 80 people, so book your tickets early. Additional activities to be announced Community Games: Recitation, Music And Singing Under 12 And Under 16 Age Categories.

Annascaul - Annascaul House B&B @ 2pm Dingle - Hannie Agnes's Pub @ 3pm 1st Friday of each Month

Killorglin- Manor Inn Hotel @ 11am Caherciveen - Community Centre @ 12.30pm Waterville - The Villa @1.30pm Kenmare - The Brooklane Hotel @ 4pm Advice Clinic every Saturday morning from 10am The Constituency Office, Conroy Hall, Park Road, Killarney Phone: 064 6632034 / 086 3049422, Fax 01 6184138 marie.moloney@oir.ie Office open Monday to Friday 9.30am-5.30pm.

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Ceist agam ort 1.

Críochnaigh, chomh dealbh le?

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Cad ar a thabharfadh feirmeoir dadaimín?

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Díbríodh an leathchoróin as an gcóras airgeadais cén bhliain?.

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Cén bhliain a chéad ritheadh Derby Scuabgheall Éireann?

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Cérbh é athair Ghráinne, leannán Dhiarmaid Ó Duibhne?

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An amhrán, dráma, scannán nó clár teilifíse, ‘Sex on the Beach’?

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Dá mbeadh duine ‘cuinneasach’ conas mar bheadh aige/aici?

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Cén méid troigh i bhfeá? .

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Cé scríg an leabhar, Fiolar an Eirea baill bháin?

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Cén ainm chleite a bhí ag an scríobhnóir Seosaimh Ó Laoide?

6 troithe.

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Neafaiseach, neamhchríochnúil.

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Amhrán.

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Cormac Mac Airt.

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1962.

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Lá Coille, 1970.

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Gamhan beag gan chrích.

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N‘fheadar an cheart do aon duine a bheith ag imirt chaide, iománaíocht nó camógíocht ó dheire, Dheire Fomhair go dtí tosach an Mhárta.

Ag imirt sa lathaigh uaireanta, ag sciorradh mar ar leacoighir agus id lipín bháite ag tulcaí báistí. Ba cheart scúmhadh a dhéanamh ar shraith chomórtas na gclub. Bíodh cluichí sna réigiúin mar Uíbh Rathach, Corca Dhuibhne, Ciarraí Thuaidh 7rl agus bíodh na fóirne a bhuafaidh craobh gach ceanntar agus an fhoireann go mbuatar ortha á fhéachaint le buaiteoirí na réigiún, sa tstraith. Fág an Chraobhchomórtas mar tá. Deirim san mar tá imreoirí óga maith stracaithe as a cheile ag cluichí. Foirne ag taisteal aistir fhada le cluichí a imirt. Sin costas mór maraon leis an mbrú cluichí. Imir na cluichí aitiúla níos luaithe agus ná biodh deirí seachtaine le linn an tsamhraidh ina mbeadh fuilleach caoi ar chluichí club a imirt seachas a bheith á bhfógairt go dtí anaithe deire na bliana.

Seán ‘Phats Tom’ Ó Ceárna.

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Sea tá Lá l’Bríde tagtha agus imithe agus an aimsir fhliuch fhuar fheannaideach linn coitianta. Mairg a thabharfadh páirceanna feirme air féin. Tá an talamh ar maos le huisce ach is dócha gur cheart dúinn a bheith buíoch nuair a chuimhnímíd ortha siúd go bhfuil srutháin uisce isteach agus amach ina dtithe, a gcuid foráiste loitithe, caoire agus ba gan bia seachas ‘an paca’ agus gan aon chaoi acu pingin árachais a fháilt.

Déarfar leat gur é ardú ar theocht na cruinne is bun leis an aimsir a bheith chomh míchuíbhseach. Is dócha gur b’ea. Ach is léir gur í an tsuthaíocht chun airgid seachas todhchaí a gclann agus clann a gclainne is mó tinnis dóibh. Is baolach go gcaithfidh cách cúbadh chucha féin, nó beidh an bháisteach níos troime agus na gálai níos treise.

Tá eagla tóirní ag teacht ar cheannairí tíortha ar fuaid an domhain ach is baolach ná fuil aon tslí go bhféadfai an annaithe a chuir ar gcúl go dtí seo agus ní dócha go mbeidh, ach más déanach féin é, ní ró-dhéanach fós é. Ach mura gcuireann na cumhachtaí móra chuige an teocht a mhoilliú róstfar a mbeidh fágtha don gcine dhaonna. Tá súil agam go mbeidh beart mar a mbriathair ag na cumhachtaí seo agus má bhíonn an gniómh dáiríre saorfar furmhór don gcine dhaonna ó mhór thubaist.

Chonaicís mar a bhíothas le blianta ag tarrac na gcos le tuilte na Sionna a chur ó dhoras ach más amhlaidh a bheidh i dtaobh na mara is mó san baile beag agus mór a bheidh fé uisce. Tá gaisce déanta fadó ag an Ísiltír agus má ta fallaí móra cosanta meaithe ag ‘Trump’ le pobal Mheiriceá a shábháil ó ‘thruailliú’ daonna, nach ceart duinne bheith ag faire amach dos na haiteanna ar a bhfuil an fharraige ag bagairt?

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an gá a bheith cliste? Glactar go bhfuil triúr ‘slán sábhailte’ agus go mbeidh an chuid eile ag sciolladh a chéile ceann ag lorg ceann don dá cheann a bheidh fágtha. Táim go laidir don tuairim cé hiad an cúigear a toghfar, ach níl sé i gceist an rún san a scaoileadh le aon duine. Más cearrbhach tú tá an chaoi anois agat ar airgead maith a dhéanamh. Is baolach ná cuirfinn púnt ar asal.

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Tá súil agam más féidir leat go gcaithfir do vóta san olltoghchán fiú más duine thú ná fuil sásta. Is mó tir ná fuil aon cheart vóta acu agus siad a bheadh sásta dá mbeadh caoi acu a rogha rialtas a thoghadh. Is fiú cuimhneamh go bhfuil deis ag gnáth phobal na hÉireann a rogha Rialtas a roghnú. D’eascair ré nua as Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916 agus is mó duine bocht a fuair bás ar shon na saoirse atá againn. Murach iad agus a lean iad, bheimís fós ag caint fé ‘Home Rule’.

Sea fágfam é mar scéal go fóill. Mar a dúrt thuas ní ró-fhada uainn lá na cinniúna nó lá an olltoghcháin. An babtha seo is aon dáilcheantar amháin an contae ar fad. Tá chúig shuíochán i gceist. Iad siúd go néireódh leo beidh contae mór fairsing acu le freastal air. Dar liom ná fuil aon chiall na réasún leis. Mharódh an síor mhór thaisteal capall. Ná fuil sé ina am an toghcheantar aon tsuíochán a tharrac chugainn. Gan dabht ní thuigeann lucht na gcathrach an ídé atátar á tabhairt ar TD tuaithe. Bíodh ciall againn mar is daoine daonna na TD chomh maith le aon duine againn agus tá ceart acu a gcúram a dhéanamh gan a bheith á ndíbirt ar fuaid contaethe mar Maigh Eó, Tír Chonaill, Tiobrad Árann.

Comhghairdeas le foireann Scoil Naomh Eoin Baiste, Lios Póil, a thug an bua leo sa chomórtas faoi 11 ag Tráth na gCeist Boird, eagraithe ag Comhar Chreidmheasa Chorca Dhuibhne. Sa phictiúr tá Eibhlín Ní Dhuibhginn, Laoise Ní Fhaoláin Ní Iceadha, Méabh Ní Dhubhda agus Tom Ó Neachtain.

Beartas gan chéill agus is amhlaidh le blianta ach anois tá cúrsaí imithe chun donais, tréis na méadaithe seo ar thoghcheantair. Tá an leigheas ann agus ba choir dul sa treó san.

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Parent & Toddler Group: meet every Wednesday in Cromane Centre at 10am.

Cromane Notes

Retirement: Best Wishes to John Twiss, Glenbeigh and Killorglin on his recent Retirement. Good health to him for the future.

Jane Casey Lotto: The numbers drawn on 27th January in the Cromane Gaa Lotto Draw were 1,3,6,23. There was no winner of the €12,400 Jackpot.

Prizes of €30 each went to Joanna Lehane, Glenbeigh. Ticket sold by CR.UNION, Lily O.Shea, Cliffords Bar. Ticket sold by Cliffords Bar. Stephen Carey, Upr. Tullig. Ticket sold by Hannah Marys Store. Tom Murphy, Headford. Ticket sold by Kevin Teahan. Annual Ticket winner: Mary Quirke, Rangue.

NEXT WEEKS jACKPOT €12,500.

National Club Draw: Cromane Gaa Club are selling tickets for the National Club Draw which is organised by Croke Park to assist Clubs with expenses. Cromane are taking part in this Draw and 5tickets are now on Sale. There are prizes of a Car, Holidays, and All Ireland Weekend Packages, Tickets are 10 each Fitness Toning Class in Cromane Centre Monday 7 to 8pm and Thursday 9.30 to 10.30am Iasc Og Preschool: As part of the fundraising drive to help with the day to day running of Iasc Og Preschool, the committee have organised a clothing recycling drive. All clean clothes can be dropped to the preschool between 9-12 Monday-Friday until March 8th. We will also collect clothes in Cromane community centre after mass on Sunday 28th February. As well as clean clothes we also accept bed linen, towels, curtains, shoes, bags, belts & soft toys (no pillows or quilts please) laptops are also accepted but must be intact & have a power lead. MORE BAGS = MORE WEIGHT = MORE FUNDS so please think of us when you are doing your spring clean. If you have any questions phone 0877542926

Drama: Spike Players Knocknagoshel present “The Mountainy Puck” at the CYMS Killorglin on Friday 5th February at 8pm. Bookings to 066 9762053.

Road Grants: The following grants have been allocated Cromane School Road €136,400 Cromane Upper to Tulligbeg €70, 800 Rural Mens Souting: to the Top of the Coom on Sun 7th Feb. A Bus will leave Killorglin at 3.30pm Cost €10. Bookings to 087 6020570 and 087 9690944 and 087 1360238.

GAA: Glenbeigh/Glencar/Cromane under 21s had a ONE POINT WIN OVER Keel/Listry in the Preliminary Round of the Mid Kerry Under 21 Championship on Sun last in Keel. They now have qualified for the semi final which is fixed for Cromane on Sun next (7th) at 11.30 Membership: for 2016 was also set at the agm. Adults €40. Players €50. Students:€20. Under Age €10. Families €50. Payable to Sinead Lavin Casey, Patrick Casey or Sean O’ Sullivan. It is important that all membership be paid before 1st March 16.

Isk Music Events: Nicholas O’ Halloran, Pianist on Thursday 4th Feb. Phone 066 9761246 Bingo: IN CYMS Killorglin Sun at 8.30 Jackpot €1,200.

Full Steam Ahead For Scoil Cheoil West Kerry traditional music school Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh has unveiled this year’s calendar of events, and with five action-packed days from February 17th to Sunday 21st, of classes, concerts, workshops, recitals, sessions and walks, things look set to be busier than ever at the Scoil, despite a cut in Arts Council funding.

with Róisín Broderick on the concertina, Dermot Byrne on accordion and Florian Blanke on harp, Tom Browne, Iain MacFarlane, fiddle player Claire Egan, Mary Rowsome & Mark & Mark Óg Lysaght of the Rowsome family, Bryan O’Leary, Michael O’Connor and Colm Guilfoyle on the flute Tickets for concerts cost €15/€10 and will be available on the door at the night and from the Scoil information desk at Ceann Sibean Hotel.

To book tickets and places on classes email eolas@scoilcheoil.com or contact Niamh Ní Bhaoill 086 8185964.

Ní fada uainn anois an tseachtain is ceoilmhara sa bhlíain. Beidh Baile’n Fheirtéáraigh lán le ceoiltóiri, amhránaithe agus rinceóirí agus rogha uainteach imeachtaí do gach éinne idir óg agus aosta.

This year’s Scoil Cheoil line-up also boasts a host of gifted new teachers, including former Altan member Dermot Byrne who will be teaching the accordion, founding member of the Bothy Band Paddy Glacken, who will be giving classes on the fiddle, Paul McGratten, who’s teaching the whistle, Donogh Hennessy on the guitar and dancer Róisín Ní Mhainín who returns for the sean-nós dance class.

The Scoil’s line up of talented teachers and musicians also includes Deirdre Grainbhéal on harp, Breanndán Ó Beaglaoich on bosca ceoil, Cillian Ó Briain on uileann pipes, Colm Murphy on bodhrán, Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh and Eithne Ní Chatháin on fiddle, Bríd Donnelly on whistle, Aindí Ó Súilleabháin on mouth organ, Allan MacDonald on bagpipes, Domhnall Mac Síthigh in ciorcal comhrá, Eilís Ní Chinnéide and Páidí Mhárthan in sean-nós singing, Shane Mulchrone on banjo, Cormac Begley on concertina, and Aoife Granville on flute.

And if you’re not taking part in classes, grab the chance to see Paddy Glackin perform with his brother Kevin at Friday night’s concert on February 19th in Ionad an Bhlascaoid in Dún Chaoin. The line-up also features Aoife and Deirdre Granville, Katerina Garcia, Ailean Domhnallach, and Róisín Ní Mhainín.. Saturday night’s concert in Halla na Feothanaí on February 20th features harmonica player Noel Battle

Accordion player Dermot Byrne and harpist Florian Blanke, who will be performing at both Scoil Cheoil concerts on Friday and Saturday night

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Coiscéim Seo leabhar nua ó Phádraig Ó Cíobháin, duine de mhór-údair Chorca Dhuibhne.

‘Ba léir ón gcéad lá ... gur don nGaelainn amháin a ceapadh guth an Chíobhánaigh agus gurb í an teanga chéanna a laoch fé mar gurb í an teanga an laoch i litríocht na mionteangan i gcónaí. Dar ndóigh, is minic a bhíonn scríbhneoirí na mionteangan cráite ag an dteangain go gcaitheann siad a gcuid fuinnimh léithi, ach an léitheoir go bhfuil an ghearra-chuid, fiú, de shaothar Phádraig Uí Chíobháin léite aige, is léir dó nó di gur fé dhraíocht ag an dteangain atá an scríbhneoir seo seachas cráite aici; é fé dhraíocht ag a háilleacht, ag a cumhacht, ag a saibhreas, ag gach a bhfuil laistiar di ó thaobh staire, cultúir is litríochta, ag gach a mbíonn á iompar aici, ag na féidearthachtaí ar fad a bhaineas léi mar uirlis liteartha, agus é dílis go héag don gcanúint shaibhir a fuair sé le hoidhreacht óna shinsir agus óna chomharsain i nGaeltacht Chorca Dhuibhne mar a bhfuil formhór mór na scéalta sa chnuasach nua so, De Chion Focal, suite.’ - Breandán Ó Cróinín

WEDNESDAY 10th February 9th March

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Citizens Information - Know your Rights A Free and Confidential Service

Help for people who have been flooded Question My house was flooded and badly damaged.

What help can I get?

Answer The Department of Social Protection’s Humanitarian Assistance Scheme provides means-tested emergency financial help immediately following flooding. The Government has not set a limit on the amount that can be paid to an individual household under this scheme. The amount paid depends on how severe the damage is and your ability to meet these costs. The scheme covers:

tance Scheme, you can apply to have your 2016 Local Property Tax (LPT) payment deferred (even you do not qualify Project4:Layout 1 if 21/08/2014 16:57 Page 1for deferral under the normal criteria). Contact the LPT Helpline on 1890 200 255 to make the relevant arrangements.

The Health Service Executive (HSE) has information on cleaning a home after flooding and dealing with the psychological effects of flooding. The Office of Public Works (OPW) has a website, flooding.ie, that gives informa-

tion about what to do before, during and after a flood.

There are two publications giving details of the help available: Leaflet – Schemes Available For People Affected by Recent Flooding Booklet – Government Assistance For People Affected by Flooding

You can get the leaflets on the welfare.ie website or from your local Citizens Information Centre.

1. Emergency income support payments.

2. Damage to your home and its essential contents, such as carpets, flooring, furniture and household appliances and bedding.

3. Structural damage may also be considered.

The Department of Social Protection also provides exceptional and urgent needs payments which can help in the aftermath of a flood.

Dingle outreach: 3rd Tuesday of every month in the old C.B.S Monastry Building , John Street

If your home has been flooded and you are getting help from the Humanitarian Assis-

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Live Music Ceol Beo Annascaul / Inch

7th Feb Foley’s Bar Inch- Bluegrass/Trad/Folk with the Lavery brothers & Co..Musicans from all genres welcome! 7pm2 14th Feb Foley’s Bar Inch- Bluegrass/Trad/Folk with the Lavery brothers & Co..Musicans from all genres welcome! 7pm

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7th Feb The Railway Bar Trad Session @ 7.00 pm 7th Feb The Junction Bar Traditional music’@ 9.30pm 14th Feb The Railway Bar Trad Session @ 7.00 pm 14th Feb The Junction Bar traditional music and song @ 9.30

Clochán - Cloghane

8th Feb Ionad Cultúrtha: Tinteán Ceoil @ 7.30 15th Feb Ionad Cultúrtha: Tinteán Ceoil @ 7.30

Dingle

Thursday 4th Feb

The Mighty Session: Declan MacTaggart @ 6pmpm An Droichead Beag -Sean Leahy & Jeremy Spencer @ 9.30p.m.

Courthouse Pub Trad music @ 9

Friday 5th Feb

Kennedy’s Bar - Rush Hour Rendevouz, open session, bluegrass, country, folk 6.00-8.00pm Adam’s Singer sonwriter James Moore @ 10pm The Mighty Session: Meabh Begley & Matt Griffin @ 10pm Paul Geaney’s- Ballads with Declan McTaggart @ 10pm The Dingle Pub: Dreams Of Freedom @ 10pm.

Courthouse Pub Trad @ 9.30pm An Droichead Beag: P & Gary O’ Brien @ 9.30. DJ Andrew 11-late.

Saturday 6th Feb

Barr na Sráide - Trad music @ 8pm The Mighty Session: Derek Hickey & Matt Griffin @ 8 followed

by Declan Mctaggart @ 10.30 Adam’s Acoustic session with Chapter Two @ 9pm An Droichead Beag Méabh Begley & friends @ 9pm. DJ Andrew 10.30 - late. Draggen SoundDisco upstairs 11 - late.

The Dingle Pub: Ballads With Dreams Of Freedom @ 10pm Courthouse Pub Trad @ 9.30 Hillgrove Niteclub & Club Htwo: Disco from 11pm.

Sunday 7th Feb

The Marina Inn Sunday Open Trad Session @ 5:30 pm.

The Mighty Session: Eist @ 9pm 52 West Kerry Live

An Droichead Beag -. Méabh Ní Bheaglaoich & Matt Griffin @ 9pm The Dingle Pub: Ballads With Dreams Of Freedom @ 10pm Courthouse Pub Trad @ 8.30pm Paul Geaney’s- Ballads with Diarmuid Kelly @ 9pm. Disco.

Sunday 14th Feb

The Mighty Session: Eist @ 9pm An Droichead Beag Donogh Hennessy & Laura Kerr @ 9.30 Courthouse Pub - Trad @ 9pm

The Mighty Session: Eist @ 9pm An Droichead Beag Donogh Hennessy & Laura Kerr @ 9.30 Courthouse Pub Trad @ 9pm

Monday 8th Feb

Tuesday 9th Feb

The Mighty Session: Open Trad session with Meabh Begley @ 9.30 An Droichead Beag: Jeremy Spencer, Gary O’ Brien & Marcus @ 9.30p.m Courthouse Pub -Trad @ 9pm

Wednesday 10th Feb

The Mighty Session: Frankie Mulcahy and Bréannán Begley @ 9.30 An Droichead Beag: Set Dancing @ 8.30. Padraig Ó Sé & Gary O’ Brien @ 9.30p.m: Courthouse Pub -Trad session @ 9pm

Thursday 11th Feb

The Mighty Session: Derek Hickey & friends @ 8 followed by DJ Dowdyman @ 10 An Droichead Beag,: Sean Leahy & Jeremy Spencer @ 9.30p.m Courthouse Pub Trad @ 9.00pm

The Marina Inn: Sunday Open Trad Session @ 5:30.

The Mighty Session: Eist @ 9pm An Droichead Beag -. Méabh Ní Bheaglaoich & Matt Griffin @ 9pm Courthouse Pub - Trad@ 8.30

Monday 15th Feb

Tuesday 16th Feb

The Mighty Session: Open Trad session with Meabh Begley 9.30 An Droichead Beag: Jeremy Spencer, Gary O’ Brien & Marcus @ 9.30p.m Courthouse Pub Trad @ 9pm

Wednesday 17th Feb

The Mighty Session: Frankie Mulcahy and Bréannán Begley @ 9.30 An Droichead Beag: Set Dancing

Killorglin

4th Feb Dodo Sheahan’s Trad session @ 9.00 6th Feb Kingstons, live music @ 9.30 7th Feb Bunker’s Bar- Trad Session @ 8pm Musicians welcome.

7th Feb Kingstons Live music @ 7pm 7th Feb The Manor Inn. Live music from 5 - 7pm. Ballroom Dancing from 9.30pm 11th Feb Bunker’s Bar - Live music @ 9pm 11th Feb Dodo Sheahan’s Trad session @ 9.30 13th Feb Kingstons, Band @ 9.30 13th Feb Dodo Sheahan’s: Live Music @ 9.30pm 14th Feb The Manor Inn. Live

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Friday 12th Feb

Kennedy’s Bar - Rush Hour Rendevouz, open session, bluegrass, country, folk 6.00-8.00pm Adam’s 1980’s cocktail night @ 9pm The Mighty Session: Meabh Begley & Matt Griffin @ 10pm The Dingle Pub: Ballads With Dreams Of Freedom 10-12 An Droiched Beag: Pádraig Ó Sé & Gary O’ Brien @ 9.30. DJ Andrew 11-late.

Courthouse Pub Trad @ 9.30 Hillgrove Hotel Niteclub Disco from 11.00

@ 8.30. Padraig Ó Sé & Gary O’ Brien @ 9.30p.m: Courthouse Pub -Trad session @ 9pm

From West & Mid Kerry Live

The Dingle Peninsula Calendar 2016

Saturday 13th Feb

The Mighty Session: Padraig Sè & Bréannán Begley @ 8, DJ Ed @ 10 Barr na Sráide - Trad music @ 8pm Paul Geaney’s- Ballads with Declan McTaggart @ 9pm.

An Droichead Beag Méabh Begley & Friends @ 9pm. DJ Andrew 10.30 - late. Draggen SoundDisco upstairs 11 - late.

Adam’s Acoustic session with Chapter Two @ 9pm The Dingle Pub; Ronnie Ryan @ 10pm Courthouse Pub - Trad @ 9.30pm Hillgrove Niteclub:11pm

On Sale in our Office here on Green Street

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Muiris Dan’s 6.30pm, Castlemaine, Griffins Bar 5pm Brewery Gate

Keel, Murphy’s Bar 5.20pm 6.45pm Inch, Foleys Bar 5.40pm Brandon, Annascaul, Teach Sean 6.00pm

Murphy’s Bar 7.30pm Líos Póil, Anthony’s 6.10pm Castlegregory, Ferriters Bar 8pm Dingle, An Conair Pub 6.20 pm, Camp, Railway Tavern 9.30pm

Clinicí sa Ghaeltacht: Luan 15ú Feabhra 6.30 - 7.30 Tigh Uí Bheaglaoí & An Bóthar

2nd Monday of the month Milltown: Larkins 6.15pm Killorglin: Jim Shea's 7pm Constituency Office: 064 6685782 Office Fax: 064 66 85904 Mob: 087-246 1678 email:micheal.healy-rae@oireachtas.ie

Islamists (6) Type of curry (5) Stage (5) African (laughing) carnivore (5) Shiny weave (5) Dubious (5) Lord’s Prayer (5, 6) Famous Italian fountain (5) None (2, 3) Have (3) Enemy (3) Uttered thoughts (7) Featured in film ‘Psycho’ (5) Assaults (5) In 2020, will host Games of the XXXII Olympiad (5) Moroccan capital (5) Use (5)

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Prize €40 Voucher for Danno’s Restaurant & Bar The winner of crossword 210 is Odharnait Ní hEalaithe. Oakpark, Trá Lí

Noel Devane Glazing Window & Door Repairs.

Milltown, Dingle.

• General repairs to all uPVC and Aluminiun windows and doors,hinges, locks, childlocks, patio rollers, letterboxes etc.

• Supply and fit double glaze units.

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Replace foggy and stained double glazed units.

Contact 087-2886824 54 West Kerry Live

www.westkerrylive.ie

CLASSIFIEDS - 087 214 9327 / 086 173 7944 -

Property to let / Tithe ar cíos

Cosy 4 bed house to rent, 1 en suite, on 1.5 acres,5 min from beach. Gallarus /Ballydavid area.

086 1210038 One bedroom apartment available in Annascaul 086 1210034 1 bedroom apartment - suit couple, Dingle town 087 2736750 Rooms to rent long term. En Suite. Marian Park, Dingle. 087-7995984

Holiday Rental House to let Ballyferriter. 086-3684254

For Sale/ Ar díol

5 room house with 70 acres of farm land for sale 3 miles west of dingle. For more details email timothy. longmgt@gmail.com Junior golf clubs with bag & stand - suit 9-12 yr old.

Very good condition, hardly used. Also Playstaton 3 + 6 games. 086 8759692 Nordmende 32” LCD TV - €200, Toshiba 22” LCD TV - €100. Both as new in perfect condition with remote control. No offers. 087 2903012 Boys bike 20 inch wheel green + black, dark gerry Blazer, light blue shirt and dicky bow suitable for communion, Age 8, worn once. Tel 087 - 7520696 Fitted kitchen for sale. Also 2nd hand boiler. Open to offers. Call Tom Hutch 087-2659316 / 066-9155521 3/4 inch Stentor Violin with bow and case. Excellent condition. €80. Contact: (085) 784-6083 Electric Wheel Chair for sale. €1250 ,very good condition. Call Tony 085 8414860

Motoring/ Gluaisteáin

03 Toyota Yaris in very good condition, lady owner 087 6285394 1991 Toyota MR2. Good condition. 087- 6804270 1992 BMW 2 door. 087- 6804270

Services / Seirbhisí

Béalscrúdú na hÁrdtéiste. Cúrsa Ullmhúcháin.

Preparation by experienced examiner for Irish orals.

086-3571439 Aistriúchán / Translation. Translation service available. General literary, legal etc. Séala creidiúnaithe d’Aistritheoirí. 086-3571439 J&L Domestic Appliance repairs. Electric cookers, Dishwashers, Fridge Frezers, Washing Machines & Tumble dryers. 066-9762277 / 087-1620100 Highspeed rural broadband- excellent service full coverage, Tralee/Dingle area Call 083- 4681098 dakissia@gmail.com Female carer available in West Kerry (QQI Fetac level 5 qualified). Kind, efficiant, cheerful. Ready to chat to you about your needs. Call Triona 087 6997154. Local references available.

Carpenter available. 10 years experience. Bottom to top houses. Int. / Ext., framing, concrete, finishing, custom furniture. Will labour. Brian 083-8115015 Angel Card reader by Doreen Virtue.

Call Petra on 087-7204962 Freelance graphic designer/editor of tour and travel guides is available to update / edit new projects. 085 7745250 ( Katja) Oil Boiler servicing Oil fired boilers and cookers.

Servicing and repairs . Emergency Call out service available. James Greaney 087 3440493 Maths and geography grinds available for both leaving and junior certs qualified teacher available in your own home 087 6336082 Fully trained and accredited CBT Therapist highly experienced in working with depression, anxiety and stress related problems. meganedwardscbt@ gmail.com 083 169 6295 www.meganedwardscbt. com Cleaner available in Dingle Area.

Call Kensi 087-4504000 Cleaners available to service your homes/holiday homes all year round. Good reliable honest local women, 087 6893860

Chainsaw services / handyman. NPTC qualified chainsaw operator available for tree work, gardening. 086-8816352 Experienced English speaking childminder/Nanny available. Worked for over 12 years with children between age of 6 weeks -15 years Own transport.

References on request. 087 7204962 Car Servicing, repair, bodywork & paintwork.

086-2504868 Chainsaw operator: Fully Insured for tree felling, working at height, hedge trimming, strimming, wood chipping and all garden & forestry work. treedown.ie. 087 6230938 Tree topping- All dangerous trees topped, beside houses, roads, sheds, Trimmings taken away if needed. Call Tom 085 1067098 . No job too big or small.

Septic Tank emptying, licenced. Drains unblocked, percolation work. Gearóid Mac Gearailt.

087-9504713/ 087-2390018 Septic Tank Services, emptying, wash down, repairs, new tanks andpercolation areas constructed in line with planning. over 25yrs service in Dingle Ph. Pat Hanafin 086 2241064 / 066 9151682 . beenbawn@yahoo.com Experienced cleaner / keyholder based in Ventry available for holiday homes etc. 087-6256533

assistants, general workers. Call Eileen 086-8263986

Other 2 indoor rabbit cages & 1 outdoor hutch, gfree to take away. 086-826 4118 Free to collect: 2 x divan beds and 4” 6’ matress.

Second hand. Call 066 9159736 Dance classes for adults - Halla Lios Póil, waltz, quick step etc. 8-10pm Monday. 087 1446038 beginners welcome Volunteer / Free worker Exp. with event planning, marketing, sales, photo/video, typing, sports instructing. I want to learn, meet people and stay busy. Brian 083-8115015 Shared office space available Dingle, from end January. 0872999616.

Wanted / Ag teastáil

§ to rent long term (RAS Scheme). 3+ bedrooms. Within 5 miles of Ventry. 087-6466209 Childminder wanted for a 1 year old. Must be convenient for Ventry to Tralee route. More info contact Oona on 087-6605144 Professional working woman looking for a single room or apartment to rent in Dingle town. Call 085-7691260 Mature lady wanted to help with holiday homes mainly Saturdays June/September Ballydavid area 087 9679723 Childminder wanted in Liospól area. For more info call 087 2961435 Wanted: Sofa or settee reasonable condition and price. ring 086 8258995 Long-term house rental wanted. 3+ Bedrooms within max 10 mins drive of Dingle. Professional couple. Call Niamh 085 1768888 or Frank 085 7338601 Wanted 2/3 bed house / apartment Dingle area wanted long term (Ras Scheme) contact 086-2580669 after 6p.m.

Wanted - Full size violin with bow and case. Contact: (085) 784-6083.

Wanted: sofa or settee in reasonable condition and price. 086-8258995 Two rooms wanted to rent in Dingle Town long term call 087 4678393 10-20 acres wanted- for silage west of Dingle 085 1741386 Wanted 3-4 bedroom house in Dingle long term.

Young couple, both working with 3 children.

085-8414860

Situations Vacant

Chowder Cafe, Dingle require waiting and kitchen staff. 086-2112405 Chef wanted for seafood restaurant in Dingle 087 2480793 Childminder wanted in Lios póil area - more info call 087 2961435 Staff wanted for Harringtons Family Restaurant, Dingle for the coming season. Chefs, counter

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8.30-9.30pm Gach Déardaoin Eanáir/Feabhra/ Márta

Meánleibhéal/ Ardleibhéal Tuilleadh Eolais/Clárú: eolas@cfcd.ie;www. oidhreacht.ie

Maidin Chaife & Cíoradh Focal

11.30am – 1.00pm Gach Aoine

Fáilte roimh chách

€5.00/€25 do 6 sheisiún Fáilte roimh chách eolas@cfcd.ie / 066 9156100

Ciorcal Comhrá le Bernie

An Daingean Ionad Seirbhísí Teanga An Meal

Cúrsaí Gaeilge

Paróiste Módhrach Seana-Scoil an Chuasa

Rince Seite

le Angela Uí Ghrifín

Déardaoin, 8.009.30pm 4/11/25ú Feabhra & 3/10 Márta

Baile an Fheirtéaraigh An Lárionad Gaeilge & Gaeltachta,

Gearrchúrsa Cruinnis sa Ghaeilge

12-13 Feabhra

An Daingean An tIonad Seirbhísí Teanga, An Meal

Ceardlann Ghaeilge

26ú & 27ú Feabhra

€105/ Mic léinn, múinteoirí, scríbhneoirí na Gaeilge Foghlaimeoirí Gaeilge/Irish Language students eolas@cfcd.ie / 066 9156100

Márta/ Aibreán Corca Dhuibhne Tigh Áine, An Ghráig

Ceiliúradh an Phráta: Caint & Blaiseadh Bia

Dé Máirt 1ú Márta

Táille €10 Fáilte roimh chách

Corca Dhuibhne Halla Cheann Trá Halla Lios Póil

Céilí Mór na Scol

10 & 11Márta

Bunscoileanna Chorca Dhuibhne

Aoine 11ú Márta

€10 - do Dhaoine Fásta Fáilte roimh chách

Domhnach Cásca 27 Márta, 3.00pm 3ú Aibreán

€5.00 Fáilte roimh chách

Corca Dhuibhne Halla na Feothanaí

Céilí Mór na Márta Dhaoine Fásta

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Baile an Fheirtéaraigh An Máimín, Baile an Fheirtéaraigh

Féile Ealaíne na Cásca

Baile an Fheirtéaraigh An Lárionad Gaeilge & Gaeltachta,

Cúrsa: Gaeilge, Stair Áitiúil, Béaloideas

An Daingean An tIonad Seirbhísí Teanga, An Meal

Cibeal ar an Meal Léacht, Maidean Chaife, Rince Seite i gcomhar le Féile na Bealtaine

56 West Kerry Live

www.westkerrylive.ie

30 Márta -1 Aibreán

Aoine 29ú Aibreán 9.30 – 2.30

€175

Fáilte roimh chách. €5 do imeachtaí an lae