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Making A Splash To Support Brave Water Rescue Team THEY plunged right in when it came to helping communities in need in the wake of a series of storms in the past two months and a wave of support flowed in for Killarney Water Rescue this week. The hard-working team, which recently celebrated 21 years in existence, was the main beneficiary of the 12th annual Killarney Rotary Club Evening of Wine & Art and its members and fellow beneficiaries were out in force at The Malton on Wednesday as they accepted the proceeds of the event. The Evening of Wine & Art, held in November, was hugely successful with an attendance of around a thousand people. Killarney Rotary president John O’Sullivan was delighted with the fundraiser. “Sales were extremely good and I want to say a big thank you to all the artists; we had even more participating than last year,” he said. Wine connoisseurs and fans of fine food were absolutely spoilt for choice, thanks to Daly’s SuperValu. An excellent choice of local beers also tantalised the taste buds. “We would like to say a huge thank you to our main sponsor Daly’s SuperValu and we were also delighted this year to welcome Killarney Brewing Company and Torc Brewing and thank all of them for their support,” added John. The evening featured an exciting charity auction of artwork. Meanwhile, members of both the Kerry Hospice Foundation and the Killarney branch of the Irish Kidney Association sold charity Christmas cards. The raffle was co-ordinated by the Irish Pilgrimage Trust and the proceeds of the cloakroom will support the Kerry Stars Special Olympics Club. Amongst the other charities and community projects being supported by this year’s Killarney Rotary Evening of Wine & Art the Order of Malta, St Brendan’s Microtrack, Gaelscoil Faithleann, Coolick National School, Killarney Athletic Soccer Club, Kilcummin Defibrillator Group and SouthWest Counselling Centre.

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Editor’s View MEMBERS of Killarney Water Rescue not only celebrated 21 years in existence recently but also found themselves swept centre stage by a flurry of storms as the dedicated team swung into action helping communities cope with the fallout of flooding. Killarney Water Rescue took a very well-deserved bow on Wednesday at The Malton where it was the main beneficiary of the Killarney Rotary Club’s Evening of Wine & Art. Not only that a whole host of other

deserving charities and clubs also went home with extra cash to put to good use in making Killarney a better place for all. Also impressing this week were the Kerry Stars Special Olympics Club members and their coaches who underwent life-saving training with Operation Resuscitation; see our coverage this week. Meanwhile, Killarney and Kerry played host to British Ambassador Dominick Chilcott on Monday as he addressed members of Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce and later on paid a visit to Muckross House.

Last but not least, we wish the Killarney Athletic under-12 soccer team all the best as they take on Johnstown FC from Navan, tomorrow, at Woodlawn, in the National Under-12 Schoolboys FAI Cup. Stay up to date with all the latest local news in this, our print edition, and via our website, killarneyadvertiser.ie As always, we welcome your views, so get in touch.

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Killarney Extends Warm Welcome To British Ambassador

British Ambassador Dominick Chilcott pictured during his visit to Muckross House where he was greeted by 'Queen Victoria' Liz Ryan. Also in photo are from left, Denis Cronin, Geraldine Rosney, Denis Reidy, manager, Patricia McSherry, Rory D'Arcy, Chairman of the Trustees, Senator Paul Coghlan, Bernard Collins and Don Rohan. PICTURE: DON MacMONAGLE

KILLARNEY hosted British Ambassador Dominick Chilcott this week when he appealed to Irish emigrants to the UK as well as British citizens living in Kerry to vote in the upcoming referendum to decide Britain’s future in the European Union. Welcomed to Kerry by Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce President Kate O’Leary, the ambassador addressed a packed Killarney Chamber networking lunch at the Killarney Avenue Hotel on Monday. Mr Chilcott said he felt confident the British public would vote to remain in the EU if reforms sought by Prime Minister David Cameron and the government were implemented. The ambassador spoke in detail of British concerns. Mr Chilcott noted how Britain was seeking change in subsidies paid to migrants on low wages. The government, he said, is proposing a fouryear residence requirement for nonnationals before they could pick up the subsidy. “It’s a one-shot referendum,” he said. “There is no chance to hold it again. “If you have Irish family and friends living in the UK and if you, like me, believe the outcome of the referendum could be quite important for Irish/English relations, encourage them to go out and vote.” He said he always felt his visits to Killarney were too short. He also noted that a large numbers of tourists arrive in Ireland from Great Britain with over a quarter of those coming to the South West. “I am very pleased there’s such a strong people to people relationships I am very glad it’s bringing lots of revenue and I hope it will go from strength to strength,” Mr Chilcott visited Muckross House later that afternoon.

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Margaret hits the jackpot with the help of her colleagues HER colleagues at Daly’s SuperValu helped ensure Margaret Cahill struck it lucky and went home a whopping €16,800 richer this week. Margaret, from Spa, bought a ticket for Rathmore GAA Club’s lotto from her workmate at Daly’s, Jacinta Murphy. And another colleague, Mike Cronin, who happens to be secretary of the club, was on hand to break the good news that Mar-

garet’s numbers had come up in the lotto. The jackpot hadn’t been won in over a year so there was great jubilation as Mike presented the cheque to Margaret yesterday morning in Daly’s SuperValu where colleagues clamoured to congratulate Margaret. “It was a big surprise to win,” a delighted Margaret told Killarney Advertiser. “I definitely plan to enjoy the prize!”

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BEST wishes to Owen O’Shea who has taken up the role as Media, Communication and Public Relations Officer with Kerry Council after eight years in journalism. Owen said he is looking forward to the new role, particularly in relation to promoting the work which the council does across the county on a daily basis. “It's a busy and exciting time in local government with many opportunities as well as challenges,” said Milltown native Owen. Prior to journalism, Owen worked in Leinster House as a Press and Research Officer with the Labour Party and worked on a number of local and general election campaigns. Owen published a book on Kerry's Political Dynasties in 2011 and is currently co-ed-

iting a book on Kerry in 1916 which will be published in April to coincide with the centenary of the Easter Rising. He has also been involved in numerous community and voluntary organisations in the past such as the credit union, Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann and Milltown Community Council.

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HOW MABS CAN HELP YOU Jerry Doyle, co-ordinator of Kerry Money Advice & Budgeting Service, has some tips on budgeting as well as on dealing with debt AT LAST the economic fortunes of our country seem to be changing for the better and there are some positive indicators to say it is so. However there are many who are still living on a very low income, paying down debt and struggling to make ends meet. Denial, in the MABS experience, is one of the greatest impediments that people in financial difficulty face when dealing with debt. The “putting your head in the sand” approach often leads to a worsening of the situation. Making contact with your creditors Firstly, do not deny or ignore financial difficulties. If you are able to meet all your commitments then it is important that you make contact with those you owe money to immediately. It is also recommended that you initially write to them. Sample letters to creditors can be downloaded from the MABS website www.mabs.ie What are the priorities? If you have arrears on electricity, gas or phone bills you will need to attend to them or you will be disconnected. Do not resort to borrowing your way out of your financial situation. It can be tempting to use your

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How a household budget help one family cope better with financial difficulties A MARRIED couple with three dependent children, all schoolgoing, recently sought the help of Kerry Money Advice & Budgeting Service. The husband had been in full-time employment up to two years ago when due to ill health he had to stop working. He is now claiming Invalidity Pension including payment in respect of his dependent wife and children and the only other source of family income is Child Benefit. The couple are fortunate in that they own their own home. They do have “unsecured debts” however which they struggled to meet agreed repayments on when husband lost his job. For different reasons they stopped making any repayments for a period of time as the husband had hospital clinic appointments with resultant travel expenses being incurred and they also fell into arrears with some household bills. They owed approximately €5,000 to their credit union, €4,500 to a bank on a car loan and they owed €2,900 on their Visa Card. The creditors having written to the couple on a number of

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credit card to get out of an immediate difficulty which may prove to be an expensive mistake. Putting together a financial plan Having contacted all your creditors it is now time to look realistically at your situation – this you do by making out a budget. A budget is simply a plan for the money you expect to receive and how you intend to spend it. It will also show how much you can realistically afford to offer your creditors. See the budget sheet on the MABS website, www.mabs.ie What are you entitled to? People sometimes get into debt because they are not receiving the money they are entitled to as a result of not claiming all their tax credits or their social welfare entitlements. Some borrowings may be covered by payment protection insurance. You can check your rights and entitlements at your local Citizen’s Information Centre or see www.citizensinformation.ie Making realistic offers Having made out a budget to reflect your new income and armed with the knowledge of what realistically you can afford to offer, it is now time to write to your creditors outlining again your changed circumstance, what caused it, what you can afford to pay in the present circumstances and when you propose to make payment. Debt resolution options People who are over-indebted or insolvent now have more options than before. It is therefore very worrying that there are so many people who are still not engaging to access appropriate resolutions. The MABS website www.mabs.ie and the MABS helpline on 0761 07 2000, provide information and guidance on all aspects of dealing with personal debt. Information on statutory debt resolution options can be found on the Insolvency Service of Ireland’s website www.isi.gov.ie The Money Advice and Budgeting service is particularly well placed to assist people in over indebted situations. MABS, as well as being a free service, is independent, confidential and non-judgemental.

week period. In advance of the next meeting their money adviser agreed to write to all three creditors advising that the couple had approached MABS for advice, explaining their difficulties, confirming they intended to address their outstanding debt problem and asking that any threat of legal action would be deferred for the present.

occasions without getting a response were now threatening legal action to recoup the outstanding debts. As they had been through such a difficult period with the loss of employment, ill health and a serious drop in their level of income they panicked a bit as they felt that their three creditors would not be interested in accepting substantially reduced levels of repayment. Therefore they let things drift All three creditors agreed. and did not respond to the letters re- At the second meeting the money ceived. adviser worked with the couple in finalising their household budget. Eventually when threats of legal action With their permission the money to recover the debts came through the adviser wrote on their behalf to door they realised that they needed to each of their creditors enclosing a do something urgently. A family friend copy of their completed household had previously told them about MABS budget/financial statement which (Money Advice & Budgeting Service). included a repayment offer to each They contacted MABS and as it was an of the three creditors which conurgent case they received an appoint- sisted of the surplus income split ment with their MABS Money Adviser on a pro-rata basis between the inside two weeks. The money adviser creditors. explained to them that the service was free, confidential and totally inde- Because of the circumstances of pendent. the case all repayments being offered were substantially down on After the first meeting they were asked the level of repayments that had to keep spending diaries recording all been originally agreed. However their income/outgoings over a three- this was unavoidable owing to the

very significant drop in the level of family income. All three creditors agreed to defer all legal action for now once the reduced level of repayments started immediately and were maintained as agreed. They agreed to review the case again in six months when the couple’s financial circumstances should have improved as the wife is confident of securing part time work. The couple will keep in touch with their money adviser in the meantime.

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Kerry Stars Athletes And Coaches Learn How To Save Lives THE Operation Resuscitation Killarney group welcomed athletes and coaches from Kerry Stars Special Olympics Club on Saturday. Some 15 athletes and seven coaches were trained in CPR/ AED by the volunteers at a two-hour session at Killarney Racecourse. “In December 5, 18 of our coaches did the training and as a result of that and a conversation with Dr John Geaney of Operation Resuscitation it was decided to see if some of our athletes could do the course,” said Tom Tobin, vice-chairman of Kerry Stars. “The training was absolutely fantastic. We’re delighted as a club and we have bought our own defibrillator to carry with us when we travel for events.” The club is lucky to train in areas such as Spa GAA Clubhouse, Killarney Celtic grounds and Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, which has defibrillators. “But now we also have our own to carry with us on trips away,” said Tom. OR Killarney aims to improve survival in cardiac arrest. This can only happen if the majority of the population are trained. Some 600 people have been trained in CPR/AED in Killarney. Three people have been brought back to life in the past 18 months in the Killarney area by the skill of bystanders’ knowledge of CPR/AED. “We hope to build on this in 2016 with the help of voluntary group Killarney Cardiac Response unit. Four lives can be saved every year in the greater Killarney area if we achieve our aim of having 50% population trained,” stated Or Killarney. OR Killarney arose after the successful resuscitation of 16-year-old Tom Geaney by his friends and coach Eugene Cosgrove. For training dates see ORKillarney.com.

WIND AND RAIN BATTER KERRY YET AGAIN

A man tries to clear a drain on the flooded Killarney to Killorglin road this week. Picture: Don MacMonagle

IT WAS a case of batten down the hatches once again with caution urged on Kerry’s roads as the county was battered by Storm Jonas earlier this week. Gardaí and Kerry County Council urged motorists to drive with caution on Tuesday following overnight heavy rain and high winds. Kerry was one of a number of coastal counties battered overnight by the tail end of Storm Jonas, leaving many roads heavily flooded and trees down in some parts.

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Meanwhile, Met Éireann issued a Status Orange wind warning for counties including Kerry which came into effect at midnight last night. Southwest winds veering westerly increased 65 to 80 km/h overnight and will gust 110 to 130 km/h at times. The weather warning was in place until 9am today. Kerry County Council personnel are monitoring the situation.

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John Paul Doyle from Killarney pictured learning the skills of CPR during training by Operation Resuscitation.

Call for Pretty Polly potential to be maximised THE former Pretty Polly site was discussed at the recent meeting of Killarney Municipal District. Councillor Michael Gleeson raised the issue, asking the council if the site had been cleared “of any and all physical hindrances and thus allow for the maximisation of its potential as a future industrial location”. “It no longer makes sense to have the present shell presenting as an eyesore and as a hindrance to possibility and progress,” said Cllr Gleeson. Kerry County Council replied that it has undertaken an assessment of the property. This includes assessment of the general condition of the building. Given the current condition of the building it cannot be utilised without significant investment. Removal of the structures will require a Part 8 Planning Process to be undertaken. Kerry County Council will examine commencing this process in early 2016. Councillor Gleeson welcomed the manager’s commitment of commencing the Part 8 planning process in order to maximise the development potential of this site.

Coffee morning for children of Chernobyl THE Killarney Branch of the Friends of the Children of Chernobyl will host its annual coffee morning at Killarney Golf Club on Thursday next, February 4. All funds raised on the day will go towards sending children from two schools in the Pinsk area on holidays next summer to camps in Belarus. The group is currently supporting a number of other projects in the area including a psychiatric hospital. The Killarney group has helped to build a halfway house here to help facilitate the move from the orphanage into the world. Along with these projects the group continues to supply clothes, bedding, footwear etc and there is currently a truck en route full of humanitarian aid. If you would like to support the on-going work of the committee then why not pop out to the Killarney Golf Club on Thursday next from 10am to 12.30am.

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The Perfect Valentine’s Gift At Muckross Park SPOIL your loved one with pure luxury this Valentine’s weekend at the Muckross Park Hotel and Spa. This Valentine’s retreat includes two spa treatments, a 50-minute tension-releasing Pevonia massage and a 35-minute facial, infusing the skin with revitalising ingredients. Post-treatment, relax and unwind in the tranquillity lounge with a glass of champagne and some additional Valentine’s treats. Take time to avail of all that the spa at Muckross has to offer; relax in the vitality pool, Jacuzzi, or in the outdoor hot tub overlooking the Blue Pool River. Also included as part of this Valentine’s special is a Champagne afternoon tea, with delectable delights freshly prepared by the hotel's French patisserie chef, and served in the newly refurbished Monk’s Lounge. This gift encompasses the perfect day out and retails at just €150. To really wow that someone special, book today or purchase as a voucher, call 064-662 3456 or email spa@muckrosspark.com. The Spa at Muckross are also running a competition this Valentine’s, one lucky customer will win an overnight stay in the luxurious presidential suite and dinner for two in the award-winning Yew Tree Restaurant. Anyone who books the Valentine’s special will be entered into this wonderful giveaway.

Deirdre Granville, renowned multi-instrumentalist and singer, launches this year's Gathering Traditional Festival at The Gleneagle Hotel Killarney from February 17-21. Deirdre is performing in concert on Friday, February 18, at the Glenenagle Hotel. PICTURE: VALERIE O'SULLIVAN

RENOWNED multi-instrumentalist Deirdre Granville sounded the hauntingly beautiful opening notes to launch this year’s Gathering Traditional Festival. The 17th festival takes place at The Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney, from Thursday, February 17, to Sunday, February 21. Dingle native Deirdre is performing in concert on Friday, February 18, at The Gleneagle. From fireside sessions to heartpounding céilís, The Gathering Traditional Festival celebrates the culture of Irish traditional music and dance, through concerts, céilís, sessions and storytelling as well as set dancing, singing and instrument masterclasses. Headquartered at The Gleneagle Hotel, this five-day festival attracts trad fans from the US, Britain, France, Germany and all over Ireland. Highlights include performances by Danú, Ushers Island, Jackie Daly, Matt Cranitch and Paul DeGrae. “We have worked really hard to secure some of the top traditional artists for this year’s festival,” said festival chairman John O’Shea. “We expect that it will

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be our liveliest festival yet, which is a tall task given the success of previous years.” Stepping it out for this year’s céilís are Ui Bhriain, Neily O’Connor, the Abbey Céilí Band, Striolán Céilí Band and Johnny Reidy. The Schools Outreach Programme will once again visit schools, in the lead-up to the festival, while the hugely popular Session on the Lakes takes place on Saturday, February 21. Legendary storyteller Eddie Lenihan, along with fellow seanachais Jim Maher and Batt Burns, will recount a series of tall tales throughout the festival. New for 2016, the Singer Songwriters Hour will feature Aoife Scott, Jer Wolfe, Tom Lucey and Ronnie Moore. This year’s concert line-up includes five jam-packed days of performances. Festival passes cost just €50 and include entry to all concerts and céilís. Tickets to individual concerts and céilís are also available and range from €10 to €30. For more information visit www.thegathering.ie

Aisling O'Sullivan and Sean McCarthy with Niall Tangney, assistant manager, pictured relaxing in the outdoor hot tub beside the Blue Pool River at the awardwinning Muckross Park Hotel. PICTURE: DON MacMONAGLE

Firies musician goes for gold TALENTED Firies musician Robert Fell will be tuning up among 15 flute and whistle players competing for the Seán Ó Riada Gold Medal on Friday, February 5, in in Cork. Robert is from Firies and was taught flute and tin whistle by Padraig Buckley from Fossa, Killarney, from a young age. He took up the uilleann pipes a few years Robert Fell. ago and was taught by Tadhg Buckley. He now teaches flute, whistle and pipes in the Killarney School of Music and is a member of Sliabh Mish Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann. Last year, the Seán Ó Riada Gold Medal was won by young Brosna fiddler Darragh Curtin, grandnephew of Con Curtin. As well as the final, this year the weekend’s events will include a Congress for traditional musicians on Saturday in the Rochestown Park Hotel in Cork. The event is intended to help and advise traditional musicians on a host of subjects. It will run from 2pm to 5pm. Entry is €5 and musicians can register at claru@cuireadhchunceoil.ie. The Seán Ó Riada Gold Medal final will be broadcast live on RTÉ Raidió Na Gaeltachta on Friday, February 5, at 7pm.

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Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle responds to feedback THE Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle committee has issued a statement in response to feedback it received in relation to the registration process for this year’s cycle. The statement addressed issues such as the lottery system. Many of the first people who tried to register for 2015’s cycle were unable to get a place. “This was due to unprecedented demand for places – over 9,000 people applied for 5,000 places on the morning that registration opened which caused the registration system to crash,” stated the cycle organisers. “To avoid this issue happening again and to ensure the fairest system possible for registration, we decided upon a lottery that would be run over six weeks, giving people ample time to register. "Registration for the lottery is still open and will remain so until open till 23.00 on Sunday, January 31.” The committee stated it had received a lot of feedback regarding the ‘price’, or ‘cost’, ‘admission charge’ or ‘fee’ for our charity event, it added. “The Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle imposes none of these – 90% all monies given by you to the Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle are donations to the charities,” it stated. “Like any charity event, there are

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running costs, and the remaining 10% goes to cover these running costs.” They also noted the nonrefundable €10 donation was put in place to prevent people trying to gain unfair advantage by entering the lottery multiple times. Questions on the lottery registration process in relation to the number of previous Ring of Kerry Charity Cycles taken part in and how much money participants plan to raise were also addressed. “These questions are purely for research purposes,” they stated. The statement also addrsesed the €170 minimum commitment to sign up with a charity. “At time of writing, more than 10% of all people who registered to cycle with a charity in last year’s cycle haven’t returned their agreed sponsorship. "To ensure this doesn’t happen again and to protect the charities, those cycling with a charity are asked to fundraise a minimum of €170. "The reason for this figure is that this was the average amount raised by fundraisers who cycled with a charity in 2015’s event,” added the committee.

Tricel wishes Richard well on retirement THE management and staff of Tricel (Killarney) paid tribute to Richard Collette who recently retired following 36 years with the company. Richard joined Tricel (Killarney) in August 1979. “We wish Richard every happiness and good health for the future,” stated the team at Tricel.

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Hopes Improvements Will End Bridge Danger CONFIRMATION of funding for Listry bridge for 2016 has been welcomed in Kerry. A sum for €91,830 has been allocated for safety works at the bridge, on the R563.

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Killarney Soroptimists Sheila Casey, Eileen Foley, Mary Hartnett and Theresa Irwin launch their pancake fundraiser at the Killarney Avenue with head chef Martin Didenka and manager Denis McCarthy.

STEPPING in and out between the blustery showers on Tuesday, members of Killarney Soroptimist Club unveiled details of their super-popular annual pancake and coffee morning. The Killarney Avenue Hotel will host the always-delicious event on Shrove Tuesday, February 9, from 10.30am to 12.30pm. The pancake morning, which has been taking place for 11 years now, is the group’s main annual fundraiser. Regulars will tell you it’s always a good excuse for a fun, relaxing

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morning get-together. This year the ladies are promising plenty of raffles as well as a secret auction– and, of course, mouth-watering goodies. Tickets are €15 and all proceeds will go to local charities and causes. The ladies organisation, part of an international network, was established over 50 years ago in Killarney as a social and professional network for women in the professions and business. “It has raised tens of thousands of money for local and international NO SOONER has Santa sped back to the North Pole than Cupid is on his way into town and romantic couples would be well advised to check out the wonderful offers around at the moment. The five-star Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa is offering you the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s Day or weekend, with dinner and brunch offers for intimate, luxury rendezvous, as well as a specially tailored ‘L is for Love’ two-night experience. There also a whole host of pampering spa treats. Enjoy a specially prepared Valentine’s dinner at The Lake Room, accompanied by the resident pianist’s romantic melodies. Head chef Sebastian Schulze has created the ultimate Valentine’s menu for two featuring the finest in-season local and artisanal

charities in its history,” said president Noeleen O’Sullivan. “This year the designated charities for the annual pancake morning are the Kerry/Cork Health Link bus, the Order of Malta, and the Southwest Counselling Centre. The Church of Ireland Killarney will also receive money for the expensive repairs to its stained glass window as will Mary O’Leary who is going to Nepal to undertake charity work.” Tickets, €15, are available from Soroptimist members or at the door on the morning of the event. produce. For the romantic finale, indulge in a Valentine’s inspired chocolate dessert – perfect for sharing with your sweetheart! This is available for €45 per person, on February 12, 13 and 14. Meanwhile, the Chocolate and Prosecco Valentine’s Brunch is another appealing option, on Sunday, February 14. Sip on chilled bubbly whilst enjoying a mouth-watering spread featuring inspired salads, whole dressed salmon, sea bass, roast Kerry lamb and a spectacular dessert selection including melting rich chocolate fondue. Priced at €35 per person, this brunch option is available on Sunday, February 14. •For details call 064-663 1766, email: reservations@aghadoeheights.com or visit www.aghadoeheights.com

“I look forward to seeing this work commence in the near future,” said Councillor John Sheahan. “There have been a number of serious accidents at this bridge.” Welcoming the funding, Councillor Brendan Cronin said: “I had deputation to an area meeting on this last year and numerous motions over the years,” he said.

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“The sum of € 28,830 has been allocated under the Bridge Safety Rehabilitation scheme for repair works to structure and €63,000 has been allocated under the Bridge Safety Improvement scheme for the implementation of a new traffic management plan, new improved signage and associated work to hopefully reduce the number of accidents occurring on the bridge.”

Muckross holds public meeting following break-ins FOLLOWING a number of home break-ins in the Muckross area, the Muckross Community Association is holding a public meeting in the Muckross Community Centre at 8pm on Tuesday next (February 2). Members of the gardaí will address the meeting on the do's and don'ts of home security. The meeting will also address the question of Community Alert and the setting up of a community text alert programme.

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Conor Honoured For Contribution To Hotel Industry COLLEAGUES and friends paid special tribute to Conor Hennigan at the Skål president’s dinner last Saturday night. Some 150 people from all sectors of the travel business attended the dinner, which took place in the Muckross Park Hotel. Conor, a founding member of Skål in Kerry, held the position of general manager of The Malton Hotel for 16 years. He was presented with a painting by Killarney artist Paul Downey, depicting the 10th hole at the Killeen course of Killarney Golf & Fishing Club. Conor said he got “an inkling” last week that something might be afoot and was delighted and overwhelmed at the presentation. “I’d like to thank my colleagues in the industry,” said Conor, who added that he felt “humbled and privileged”. Conor said he is taking time out to enjoy family life at the moment. He is also currently involved in a steering group working on the development of the Lough Lein looped walk project which the MC for the evening, Killarney hotelier Michael Rosney, described as having the potential to have “a profoundly positive impact” on tourism in Kerry.

Founding member of SKAL in Kerry Conor Hennigan was honoured for his contribution to tourism at the annual SKAL dinner in the Muckross Park Hotel on Saturday night. Photo shows Conor, left, receiving a presdentation of a painting of Killarney Golf Course by renowned painter Paul Downey from Kerry SKAL President Margaret Cahill. Also in photo are members of the Kerry SKAL committee, Conor O'Connell, Geraldine Rosney, Sean O'Driscoll, National President of SKAL Ireland, Mary MacMonagle and Eileen Tarrant. Pictures: Don MacMonagle

Conor Hennigan with his family, Shane, Caroline and Katie.

At the Kerry SKAL dinner in the Muckross Park Hotel were front from left, Bridget McGuire, Ailish Skelton, Caroline Hennigan, Catriona Scally and Massimo Mirabelle; back, Paul and Shirley O'Sullivan, Emer and Denis Corridan, Mary MacMonagle, Liam McGuire, Dave Skelton and Mark Scally. At the SKAL dinner in the Muckross Park Hotel were from left, Elma and David Walsh, Betty and Paul Garnett and Ann and Kieran Mangan, Killarney.

Pictured at the Kerry SKAL dinner in the Muckross Park Hotel were Brian Bowler, incoming president ,and Margaret Cahill, outgoing president.

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Athletic Bidding For National Glory THE sporting spotlight falls close to home this weekend as the Killarney Athletic AFC under-12 soccer team step it out on the national stage. The Killarney club host Johnstown FC from Navan, Co Meath, tomorrow Saturday, January 30, at Woodlawn, Killarney, at 2pm. Killarney Athletic are just one of 32 teams remaining in this prestigious National U12 Schoolboys FAI Cup. Killarney Athletic have already played three rounds of the National Cup and enjoyed impressive victories in the following games. On October 3, 2015, Killarney Athletic played Ballingarry, Co Limerick, away and won 5-2. In the second round, on October 17, 2015, Killarney Athletic played Granagh, Co Limerick, at home and two goals from Conal Gallagher helped them to a 2 -1 victory. In the third round, on November 21, Killarney Athletic hosted Moneypoint from Clare and won 2-1. Coilte Cronin scored the goal in normal time and Alex Hennigan netted the winner in the extra time period. John Dineen and Martin Muldoon are in charge of this very talented group of young players. Johnstown are a very fancied side and will present a very formidable challenge. However home advantage is a huge advantage and Killarney Athletic would appreciate all the local support they can get. The game is set to go ahead at Killarney Athletic's Woodlawn venue but may be subject to change to another local venue depending on weather conditions and the state of the pitch. Killarney Athletic squad: Sam Benson, Cillian Courtney, Sean Dineen, Conal Gallagher, Alex Hennigan, Matthew Horgan, Dara Looney, Mark Long, Cian Lynch, Stephen Moynihan, Teddy Muldoon, Karl McCarthy, David O’Donoghue, Hugh O’Malley, Se O’Meara.

The Killarney Athletic U-12 squad with managers John Dineen and Martin Muldoon at a training session in advance of their National U12 Schoolboys FAI Cup clash against Johnstown FC at Woodlawn, Killarne, this Saturday at 2pm. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

The Waterboys to take centre stage at Folkfest Killarney MUSICAL maestros The Waterboys have just been announced as the Sunday (July 10) headliner of Folkfest Killarney. One of Ireland's leading bands since the 1980s renowned for their extraordinary music this is one gig not to be missed. The second year of Folkfest Killarney will certainly surpass all expectations with Christy Moore to headline Saturday night and Damien Dempsey to headline Friday night. Christy Moore will be joined on stage by Máirtín O'Connor, Cathal Hayden, Seamie O'Dowd and Jim Higgins. Also performing at the festival are Choice Music

Award nominee Colm Mac Con Iomaire, Iarla O Lionáird, Mike McGoldrick Big Band, the sublime Maria Doyle Kennedy plus lots more to be announced. Highlights from 2015 include Moving Hearts, The Unthanks, Begley and Cooney, Lost Brothers, Lynched, Aldoc, Paddy Glackin, The Gloaming with Steve Cooney, Vieux Farka Touré, Kíla Tim Eriksen, Danú, Moxie and Mícheál O Súilleabháin. Look forward to a mix of traditional, contemporary and alternative folk. Bigí linn, July 2016!

The Waterboys who perform in Killarney on July 10.

Injured walker rescued from Strickeen Mountain MEMBERS of Kerry Mountain Rescue Team were called to the rescue of a walker in the Gap of Dunloe area of the McGillycuddy’s Reeks shortly after noon last Thursday. The man, who is in his early 70s, had sustained an injury while walking on Strickeen Mountain. The walker was treated at the scene of the incident for a suspected broken ankle and stretchered to the main road where he was transferred to a waiting ambulance and taken to Kerry General Hospital for further medical treatment. Fifteen members of the Kerry Mountain Rescue Team were involved in the rescue, and the callout concluded at 1.45pm.

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Celebrations take newlyweds from Muckross to the Med By Eve Kelliher

SCENIC Muckross and the sunsplashed Mediterranean will both live on in Marion Breen and Joseph O’Keeffe’s memories as key parts of their wedding celebrations. Torc Waterfall and Muckross Abbey provide stunning backdrops to the pictures in the couple’s wedding album and the bride and groom honeymooned in Italy and Greece. Marion, from Leamyglissane, Gneeveguilla, and Joe, from Ballinahulla, Ballydesmond, were wed in the Church of the Holy Rosary in Gneeveguilla in a ceremony led by Fr Pat O’Donnell. After posing for the camera of Micheal O’Sullivan, they re-joined their guests at The Malton Hotel for the reception. The bride’s sister Gretta Breen was maid of honour while Marian McCarthy and Rita Murphy were bridesmaids. David Finucane was best man with Shane O’Keeffe and Sean O’Connor as groomsmen. Marion and Joe’s paths had

crossed on nights out over the years in Killarney but it wasn’t until they were in Dublin seven years ago that they became an item. The couple got engaged during Christmas 2013 and were wed on the day of their seventh anniversary. “We had an amazing day with all our family and friends, things couldn’t have gone any better,” said the bride. The bride looked stunning in a dress sourced in Rice’n’Roses in Cork and the groom and his groomsmen cut a dapper dash in suits by Formally Yours, Killarney. The bridal hair was by Allure Hair Salon and the makeup was by What Women Want. Ger O'Riordan was the videographer and Breeda Nagle, Sliabh Luachra Florists, Gneeveguilla, took care of the floral arrangements. The newlyweds honeymooned in Florence, Italy, and also enjoyed a cruise around the Greek islands. They will reside in Leamyglissane, Gneeveguilla.

Marion Breen and Joseph O’Keeffe. Pictures: Micheal O'Sullivan

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Beat of the bodhrán heralds start of spring I HAVE to say, it’s a real rite of spring if ever there was one. As we journey through the year we’re about to wave goodbye to winter and all its storms and strife – in the most melodic fashion. Confirmation that spring has sprung came accompanied by the sound of delicate harp music this week, at the launch of The Gathering Traditional Festival. The event, which returns to Killarney for its 17th year from February 17 to 21, also always signals the start of the longer days to come. A bit like a human version birdsong! Celebrating the craic and culture of Irish traditional music and dance, The Gathering features concerts, céilís, sessions and storytelling as well as set dancing, singing and instrument masterclasses. Headquartered at The Gleneagle Hotel, this five-day festival attracts trad fans from the US, Britain, France, Germany and all over Ireland. Highlights include performances by Danú, Ushers Island, Jackie Daly, Matt Cranitch and Paul DeGrae. Stepping it out for this year’s céilís are Ui Bhriain, Neily O’Connor, the Abbey Céilí Band, Striolán Céilí Band and Johnny Reidy. The Schools Outreach Programme will once again visit schools. Legendary storyteller Eddie Lenihan, along with fellow seanchais Jim Maher and Batt Burns, will recount a series of tall tales throughout the festival. Festival passes cost just e50 and include entry to all concerts and céilís. Tickets to individual concerts and céilís are also available and range from e10 to e30. For more information visit www.thegathering.ie

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CELEBRATION OF SCHOOLS

FROM this Sunday, January 31, throughout Ireland in all Catholic schools, both primary and secondary, Catholic Schools Week will be celebrated. It is a week to honour and rededicate ourselves to all that is good in Catholic schools. This week, to mark the occasion, I attended short ceremonies in two secondary schools, Mercy Mounthawk, Tralee, and Boherbue Comprehensive. The theme this year is, “Challenged to proclaim God’s Mercy”. It is linked to the two beautiful phrases, “Be merciful as your heavenly Father is merciful”, and “Merciful like the Father” and the Holy Year of Mercy. God fully understands human weakness and need. God’s goodness to each of us is sure: he asks us in turn to be good to each other, especially to the poor and any people in great need. That is “mercy”. The contribution and willing cooperation of all partners in education is worthy of great praise: the Department of Education and Science, the teaching and support staff, the student body, the parents council and all parents, the board of management and the local parish communities. I believe in the fruitfulness and importance of every contribution to education. The years spent in education are of immense importance in every child’s development, their reaching their full human potential. As bishop I say sincere thanks on behalf of all the parish communities to all the partners in education. This year I am especially mindful that throughout Ireland all national schools have recently renewed their boards of management – great dedicated voluntary service. There is so much that is good in all our schools. Believe in the value of your contribution. Continue to make it wholeheartedly. Bishop Ray Browne, Diocese of Kerry

Bishop Ray Browne planting a tree at Mercy Mounthawk to mark Catholic Schools Week. He is pictured with staff and students of the school.

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS FOR ST MARY’S CATHEDRAL

NEW Eucharistic ministers are being recruited for St Mary’s Cathedral. You might consider it yourself, or you might know of someone you think would be suitable for it. After initial training and formation for the ministry, you would receive a timetable of their allotted Masses that would help your own planning, and you would be ministering at a Mass time that would suit you. Would you consider it? Contact the parish office or one of the priests to find out more.

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THE Diocesan Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation Committee has chosen 'biodiversity' as the theme for Earth Week, April 17-24 A meeting to explain how we can create diverse flower-rich habitats in our communities and help save our bees will be hosted by Kerry County Council in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee, on Tuesday, February 2, at 7.30pm. All are welcome. For more details, go to www.dioceseofkerry.ie.

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COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Eucharistic adoration. Church of the Resurrection-Tuesday 9.30-8.30pm. St. Mary’s Cathedral Wednesday 10.30-6.00pm. St. Columbanus Church-Thursday 6.30 -7.30pm. The Friary-Friday 2.00-7.00pm. The Friary-Sunday 6.00-7.00pm COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Sunday worship 9am & 11am. (Créche and Children’s church during 11am service) Prayer meetings Tuesday & Thursday 8am - 9am (from 1st September) Parent and Toddler Tuesday 10am - 12 noon (term time) Wednesday evening Bible Study 7.30pm. Drop-in Coffee morning Friday at 11am (not during August) ‘No biscuits’ ladies lifestyle group, last Monday of the month at 11am. Everyone is welcome. Failte Isteach. Info: Rev Karen Spence. 064 6631613. Website: www.irishmethodist.org/kerry COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Aware Depression Support Group meets: Killarney - Mondays, KDYS at 8pm. Aware Support Groups are free to attend, no referral necessary. www.aware.ie COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Jesus Christ says ‘If anyone is thirsty let him come to me and drink.’ (John 7:37) We wish to announce that we have moved to a new venue. Join us on Sundays at 10.30am for worship and Bible teaching and on Tuesdays at 8.15pm for Bible study at 69 New Street, Killarney. For more information contact Ian on 0857659548 or visit us online at www. thewellministries.eu COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Free - confidential - non judgemental services. All options explored. Killarney Southwest Counselling Centre Emmett’s Road, Killarney Tel: 064 6636416. Open: Monday to Friday 9am -5pm. Saturday 10am-1pm. Funded by the HSE Crisis Pregnancy Programme.

COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? provides a free professional counselling and support service for female and male survivors of sexual violence and their families in a safe and confidential environment with highly qualified and professional counsellors. It can be contacted by freephone 1800-633333 or by email krcc@eircom.net COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? The Killarney Al Anon meetings are held Tuesday nights at 8.30pm, also Thursday morning at 11am in Ozanam House, Green Lawn. Contact Mairead 087-7808106. COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? A support group for people with MS meets every Wednesday 11am to 1pm, at MS Meeting Rooms, Cheshire Homes Killarney. COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Console 1Life Suicide Freefone 1800247100, centre in Tralee 066 7129700 web: www. console.ie, Text HELP to 51444, 24-hour; Samaritans 1850609090 or freephone 116123; Pieta House, free counselling, 066-7163660 www.pieta.ie; South West Counselling Centre, Killarney, free suicide prevention and bereavement counselling, 0646636416/6636100; Living Links, Kerry, 087-9006300; HSE South: Suicide Prevention Helpline 1800 742 745, Farm & Rural Stress Helpline 1800742645. COULD YOU NOT WATCH ONE HOUR WITH ME? Due to Cultural Centre renovations: Sunday meetings for January and February will be held at the Brehon Hotel, Muckross Road. Sunday worship 11am. Bible study Wednesday night 8pm in various homes. Tel. 064-6632600 or 064-6635461. Pslam 119:105 “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” https://www. facebook.com/KillarneyBaptistChurch

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Yoga for Children Elaine O’Donoghue of Navé Yoga explains how yoga can benefit younger practitioners

Killarney Toning & Beauty Studio is hosting its ever-popular annual Losing It: Inch/Weight-Loss competition. Here Jill Duggan explains how toning tables can help you streamline your body

WEIGHT-LOSS is a three-part process: Exercising and cutting calories are vital, but your mental outlook can mean the difference between success and failure.

Self-defeating thoughts are often the most overlooked factors when a dieter gets off track. You feel disappointed when a quick fix turns out to anything but! Sticking with any major lifestyle change can be difficult, if not impossible. The key is to adopt the right attitude before you start your plan. If you're really serious about slimming down, you need to think long-term. That's why it helps to ready yourself emotionally to take on the challenge. These eight strategies will help strengthen your mind-set. You probably have lots of reasons for wanting

to tone up. Not all, however, may be good ones. If your decision develops primarily out of pressure from someone else, your conviction to succeed could diminish over time. To ensure success, you need to develop the will to improve your life, not someone else's vision of it. Start by listing all the reasons you can think of for toning up. Highlight any that include other people. Rewrite the list, omitting the highlighted items. Next, inspect each one for phrases like "have to" or "must". Such words imply obligation, not desire; eventually, they'll also invite the instinct to rebel. Translate each "have to" into a "want to". If your reasons lose their relevance, pare down the list again, until you find two or three of the most compelling motivations.

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THESE days children are in desperate need of relaxation. They are more often than not over stimulated, over scheduled and not provided with the tools or the time to learn to be quiet and calm. The little downtime they have is often taken over by television, video games or loud music! Yoga can provide children with the tools required to relax and they can then carry these tools into their lives outside of the yoga class. For kids, relaxation counteracts the effect of stress by allowing the immune system to recover and function more effectively. It helps to increase blood flow to the organs and glands, calms the central nervous system, reduces muscle tension and encourages deep breathing. Simple relaxation techniques which can be learned in the yoga class help to improve verbal and spatial memory, reduce anxiety, enhance creativity and encourage positive coping strategies in children. Children who have relaxation incorporated into their routine are said to sleep better, concentrate longer, have better memories and are less prone to mood swings. Yoga has many more fantastic benefits for children including increased body awareness and positive body image, improved balance and flexibility, improved breathing and lung capacity, enhanced physical strength and stamina and enhanced immune system. Navé Yoga holds children’s classes on Mondays, 5-8 year olds at 3.30pm and 9-13 year olds at 4.30pm. Contact us on 087-2601624 to book in.

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Kerry and Dublin stars team up for charity NORMALLY vying with each other on rival teams, Kerry star Peter Crowley and Dubs star David Byrne have joined forces in aid of a charity fashion show for LauraLynn House. Both are studying for a master’s degree at DCU Business School. Each year DCU Business School Alumni choose a charity to support. This year, the charity selected is LauraLynn House, Ireland’s children’s hospice. A group of full-time Master’s students in DCU Business School decided as part of their Next Generation Management module, to organise a fundraising event in partnership with the Alumni for this charity. The team of eight, who are led by Davey and Peter, are all inter-county Gaelic footballers and are Shane Carey (Monaghan), Niamh Lister (Meath), Philippa Greene (Dublin), Conor McNally (Armagh), Simon McCoy (Armagh) and Conor Grogan (Louth). The team will host a fashion show in The Venue in DCU on February 24. Clothes will be modelled by wellknown men’s senior inter-county footballers and hurlers. They will be joined by their female counterparts

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from teams around the country. The presenters for the fashion show will be Maria Walsh, journalist, presenter and former Rose of Tralee and James Butler, fashion editor, presenter and blogger. Clothes for the show are being provided by Tommy Bowe’s XV Kings label, Paul Galvin’s Vanguard label, Scribes of London, Debenhams and The Dress Pantry. Sinead Hansard will provide the musical entertainment during the interval. The LauraLynn Children’s Hospice Foundation was set up in 2001 by Jane and Brendan McKenna after their daughters, Laura, four, and 13-year-old Lynn, died within two years of each other. Having had personal experience of the lack of respite or specialist care for children with life-limiting conditions, Jane and Brendan established the LauraLynn Foundation and dreamed of building a hospice dedicated to their memory. This was realised in 2011 when the hospice opened. Tickets for the fashion show cost €22 and are on sale through Eventbrite at the following link - http://bit.ly/ DCUBSAFashionShow

Kerry football player, Peter Crowley and Dublin football player, Davey Byrne, both DCU Business Master's students, shake hands at the announcement of a fashion show in aid of LauraLynn House.

Call for clinical nurse specialist in rheumatology THERE is an urgent need for a clinical nurse specialist in Rheumatology in Kerry General Hospital, according to Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae. Deputy Healy-Rae described the present situation as “totally unacceptable”. “The hospital advertised for this post and interviewed internally in August 2015 but were unable to find a suitable candidate at

candidate was referred to the National Recruitment Service and they are at present trying to seek a suitable candidate. "The present situation is totally unacceptable, I am demanding that the post be filled in the hosDeputy Michael Healy-Rae. pital as everyone knows this is an urgent matter." that time,” said the independent TD. “In November 2015 the need for a suitable

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VIP COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION PACKAGES AT THE BREHON CELEBRATE an extra special day in an extra special way at The Brehon, Killarney. The team there have created a wonderful VIP package especially for girls and boys making their First Holy Communion or Confirmation this year. The Brehon will literally roll out the red carpet so that everyone will feel that little bit extra special and while the children enjoy a fantastic action-packed day, parents can simply sit back, relax and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of The Brehon. The celebrations kick off with a delicious four-course lunch in Danú – The Brehon’s multi award-winning restaurant. Then there’s a special Party Room complete with a disco and DJ, where the kids can sing and dance with all their fellow VIPs. They will have a truly magical time exploring The Brehon Fairy Trail located on the grounds of The Brehon and as if that isn’t enough there’s even a tour aboard the Killarney Tourist Train for all the family included in the price. The Brehon’s VIP Communion and Confirmation Party costs €35 per adult and €15 per child. Early booking is advisable. For further information or to book phone 064-6630700.

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Dining in style to mark your celebration KILLARNEY and its surrounds will always whet the appetite for celebration and especially so when it comes to dining out on your child’s Communion or Confirmation day. Numerous restaurants and hotels are now offering menus tailor-made for these all-important occasions. Younger diners will have specific requirements and the catering industry has been quick on the uptake when it comes to serving them in style. If you do your research you will find that numerous local eateries have laid on a veritable feast of options for children and younger diners, specifically with these family celebrations in mind. Not only that but the prices and atmosphere will also be family-friendly. If entertaining a large group of your family and friends in a private room for the special occasion is what you require, then make sure to book in advance. Likewise with specific dietary requirements, hotel staff will be only too happy to tailor their menus to suit your needs. There is also a variety of choice available when it comes to hosting a celebration to mark Communion or Confirmation in your home. Local catering services are well placed to help you throw a party that will help you savour this special day with your nearest and dearest. Decide whether you want a sit-down meal or a buffet-style event and then take any ideas you have to the caterer who is perfectly placed to ensure the party is tailored to suit your child’s taste.

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YOUR child will want to look picture-perfect on his or her big day and this is where the expert advice of hairstylists comes in. Mothers and other relatives will also be keen to ensure their tresses look their best so get a headstart by checking out what salons can do for you. There are a whole range of offers out there at the moment and Killarney and its hinterland is home to numerous talented stylists who can give you celeb-style glamour as well as ensure you feel pampered and relaxed. There are a wealth of style options out there, form up-do’s to that extra special blow-dry. Take into account any headpieces that will be worn and don’t forget to take them along to a trial run or on the day itself. From First Holy Communicants to pre-teens, youngsters of all ages are bound to have a very clear idea of the look they seek. A picture speaks a thousand words so encourage them to bring photographs from magazines so that they can give a clear idea to their stylist.

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Preparing for the celebration of Confirmation THE celebration of Confirmation is a sacred and important moment on a long journey of faith development. Together with Baptism and First Holy Communion it opens the door to full membership of the Christian community. It is the beginning of the young adult’s ownership of their faith, supported and nourished by their family and their faith community. In the words of Pope Benedict XVI in the Sacrament Caritatis 19: “In pastoral work it is always important to make Christian families part of the process of initiation. Receiving Baptism, Confirmation and First Holy Communion are key moments not only for the individuals receiving them but also for the entire family, which should be supported in its educational role by the various elements of the ecclesial community. "Here I would emphasise the importance of First Holy Communion….. Parish pastoral programmes should make the most of this highly significant moment.”

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THE sacraments of First Holy Communion and Confirmation are key times in a child’s spiritual growth and so allowing them to feel relaxed and comfortable will ensure they can focus on the meaning of it all – and of course celebrate the occasion. Stylish options abound both for First Holy Communion and Confirmations, and for both boys and girls. There are top-class dresses, veils, headdresses and accessories to suit absolutely every budget. When it comes to the dress, try out different lengths for size, as there is a selection of every length from fulllength to ballet-length to short. Don’t forget the gloves, purses, keepsake rosary beads and bibles and ties for the boys. Boys will also be delighted with the

wide range of suits and smart-casual outfits that abound in Kerry stores. Not only that but those all-important gifts for communicants are also in stock now. With some schools now opting to have Confirmation candidates wear their school uniforms, the focus can at times be on choosing an outfit for the celebration after the ceremony. Let your child decide whether he or she wants to go casual, smart-casual or all-out glam – there is an abundance of choice in all categories, again to suit absolutely all pockets. Adults will also be keen to wear their best bib and tucker on the big day and accordingly local boutiques offer excellent colour and outfit combinations.

Give a child a keepsake to cherish SEEKING the perfect gift for children making their Confirmation or First Holy Communion? If your child, godchild, niece, nephew, grandchild, or family friend is about to celebrate this landmark occasion, then a present that they will cherish for a lifetime would be very welcome. While money has been a traditional gift in Ireland, some may want to choose something a little personal, to remind the child of the sacrament and its importance. These days, treasured keepsake gifts can be found to suit all budgets, from picture frames to inscribed jewellery, and from prayer books and rosary beads to a commemorative photoshoot.

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PROSPECTIVE brides and grooms glided centre stage in Muckross last Friday as the Muckross Park Hotel and Spa hosted its wedding showcase. This unique wedding event was ideal for newly engaged couples planning their special day and was a prime opportunity to meet with the experienced wedding team, sample some of the hotel’s wedding dishes and enjoy live entertainment. The Muckross Park Hotel has been hosting weddings since the mid 1800s and is located in one of the most beautiful parts of Killarney National Park with Muckross Abbey and Muckross House & Gardens across the road and Torc Waterfall just around the corner.

“With so many details involved, our dedicated and experienced wedding and events team can help you plan a magical day,” said a spokesperson for the hotel. “For your wedding reception, we offer a variety of rooms for you to choose from; whether you are planning an intimate or a more extravagant celebration we can offer you the perfect setting for your dream day.” The five-star Muckross Park hotel also boasts a number of beautiful civil ceremony venues including its purpose-built romantic medieval atrium with its own private garden, original church pews, floor-to-ceiling windows and a magnificent open fire.

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HOME & AWAY A WEEKLY ROUND-UP OF NEWS + VIEWS F TIPPING POINT Alarmingly, we have made enough plastic since the Second World War to coat the Earth entirely in cling film, an international study has revealed, and this disclosure confirms that human activities are now having a pernicious impact on our world. The research, published in the journal Anthropocene, demonstrates clearly that plastic waste is everywhere. Everywhere is polluted with the remains of water containers, supermarket bags, polystyrene lumps, compact discs, cigarette filter tips, nylons and other plastics. Some are in the form of microscopic grains, others in lumps. The impact is always damaging. “The results came as a real surprise,” said the study’s lead author, Professor Jan Zalasiewicz, of Leicester University. “We were aware that humans have been making increasing amounts of different kinds of plastic – from Bakelite to polyethylene bags to PVC – over the last 70 years, but we had no idea how far it had travelled round the planet. It turns out not just to have floated across the oceans, but has sunk to the deepest parts of the sea floor. This is not a sign that our planet is in a healthy condition either.” The crucial point about the study’s findings is that the appearance of plastic should now be considered as a marker for a new epoch. We are actually altering geology. Human activities are becoming the dominant influence on climate and the environment. Humanity’s activities may have tipped the planet into a new geological epoch, the Anthropocene. In particular, radioactive isotopes released by atom bombs left a powerful signal in the ground that will alert future civilisations that something bad was going on. Also, increasing carbon dioxide in the oceans, the massive manufacture of concrete and the widespread use of aluminium were also highlighted as factors that indicate the birth of the Anthropocene. Lesser environmental impacts, including the rising use of plastics, were also mentioned in passing. But Zalasiewicz argues that the humble plastic bag and plastic drink container play a far greater role in changing the planet than has been realised. “Just consider the fish in the sea,” he said. “A vast proportion of them now have plastic in them. They think it is food and eat it, just as seabirds feed plastic to their chicks. Then some of it is released as excrement and ends up sinking on to the seabed. The planet is slowly being covered in plastic.” As the paper makes clear, plastic is already on the ocean floor, remote islands, buried underground in landfill sites and in the food chain. Even the Polar Regions, generally considered still to be pristine zones, are becoming affected. In 2014, researchers found “significant” amounts of plastic granules frozen in the Arctic Sea, having been swept there from the Pacific Ocean. In some cases, wildlife adapts to the spread of plastic. For example, on islands such as Diego Garcia, hermit crabs have taken to using plastic bottles as homes. However, most of the impact on wildlife is harmful. Creatures ranging from seabirds to turtles become entangled in plastic and drown or choke to death. “The trouble is that plastic is very slow to degrade, so we are going to be stuck with this problem for a long time,” said Zalasiewicz.deter them.

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EATING WELL Experts now think bacteria found in the gut and mouth can affect the immune system, causing a host of crippling inflammatory conditions. The ground-breaking British-led research will now investigate the link in the hope of finding life changing dietary therapies in five years. The multi-million pound study will analyse trillions of gut microbes in the hope that diseases like rheumatoid arthritis can be tackled by treating its causes rather than its symptoms. Arthritis Research UK has already contributed £2million towards the landmark project. Scientists are confident it could lead to the development of preventative medicines or methods of treatment, which could be as straightforward as changing the way we eat. Previous studies have shown it is possible to find temporary pain relief in cheap and widely available foods such as fish, nuts, vegetables and spices. Tinned sardines, Brazil nuts, mushrooms, cherries, turmeric, ginger, broccoli, kale and garlic all possess potent properties that help keep the condition at bay. Oleocanthal, a molecule found in extra virgin olive oil, has similar anti-inflammatory properties to ibuprofen. Together with fruit, vegetables, wholegrains and oily

fish it has been considered a key part of the “cure-all” Mediterranean diet for centuries. And studies have shown that those who eat a Greek diet have a significantly lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis compared to those who gorge on high-fat sugary foods. Professor Fiona Powrie, Director of the Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology in Oxford, said: “The point is to understand whether there is a link between gut bacteria, rheumatoid arthritis and other forms of arthritis. If so, it may be possible to change the bacteria that live in our intestines by dietary intervention.” It is hoped the research may one day end the need for sufferers to down a daily cocktail of drugs. Dr Stephen Simpson, of Arthritis Research UK, said: “This knowledge is absolutely essential if we are to develop new treatments that could one day revolutionise the way we prevent and treat painful and debilitating conditions.” Arthritis is caused when cartilage between bones erodes and joints rub together. It is caused when the immune system malfunctions and attacks cells, making joints stiff and painful. The common “wear and tear” condition blights mainly, but not exclusively, the elderly.

Killarney teenager survives N-bomb party IT IS reported that a teenager from Killarney was among the six people rushed to hospital last week for treatment after a party in Cork. The youth was a friend of Alex Ryan from Millstreet, who tragically died in hospital on Saturday, after he and five others allegedly took the 2CB drug at the party in a rented house earlier that week. The teenagers were among the six who were rushed to Cork University Hospital for treatment after a passer-by came upon the partygoers in the early hours of Tuesday of last week.

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S FROM KERRY AND AROUND THE WORLD THE WEATHER & PAIN

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There can be no doubt but weather affects us in every way. We have experienced so much wind, rain and storm this past year that people are literally sick of it. The constant rain forces people to stay indoors and simple things become onerous tasks. Simply keeping fuel to the fire involves endless trips to the coal shed while risking life & limb & being blown hither and thither every time you venture outdoors. It’s well for those who have central heating but not everyone has that comfort. And comfort it certainly is these days as the cost of heating oil is so low. Neither is it easy for elderly people who have little choice but to peer out through the windows at the driving rain all day every day. It would depress anyone. It’s not just that they are kept indoors, they are deprived of face-to-face interaction, and they are forced to miss conversations with friends and neighbours. Making and maintaining friendships have to be done face-to-face and Facebook is simply no substitute. When snow falls and access is difficult, we all look in on our neighbours but I wonder do we share the same urgency when it’s simply raining all the time. The drop of rain makes a hole in the stone, not by violence but by falling often. Likewise, the shower of rain won’t kill, but its consistency will do severe damage. We need to look out for one another. So, I’m not at all surprised to read that British doctors are investigating whether there really is a link between the weather and pain. They claim that patients with chronic conditions such as arthritis often report that their symptoms are worse when the day is damp or cold. Now they're

asking thousands of sufferers across the country to take part in their research by providing data via their mobile phones. And they hope that soon the information could be used to provide a daily pain forecast, in a similar way that the pollen count is now included in weather forecasts. "We're asking people to collect their symptoms every day and then the GPS on their phone automatically collects the weather data where they are." said Dr Will Dixon, a Rheumatologist and Clinical Epidemiologist at the University of Manchester. "Collectively that brings together a massive data set through time that we can analyse. If we understand the relationship between weather and pain then we hope that we'll be able to forecast pain." Talking to BBC Breakfast, he added: "For years working as a rheumatologist it's so common that my patients will tell me that their joints are better or worse because of the weather and yet when you ask them what is it within the weather that influences their pain you get such different answers so we're going to try and work this out. Some people think it's related to the damp but other people say it's related to the cold, some people think it's worse when it's hot." In the future, knowing the link between weather and pain could also help with treatment options, said Dr Dixon. "If we know that [weather] pressure is associated with pain then we can pass that information back to other researchers to work out why it is that pressure relates to pain," he said.

MORE THAN A WHIFF Researchers suggest teenagers who use e-cigarettes are three times more likely to take up smoking than those who have never touched the devices. A survey of more than 2,300 students found just under a third had used e-cigarettes by the age of 14. One-in-five of those who had used the vapour-creating devices had smoked real cigarettes by the time of a second survey a

year later, compared with just 6 per cent of those who had not used them. The survey suggests that e-cigarette use among adolescents is not without behavioural implications. They suggest the findings should be considered by those who make policy decisions about the availability of e-cigarettes to adolescents.

A MAN found to be carrying two handguns was arrested at a hotel at Disneyland Paris, a French police official said. Reports in France have said the 28-year-old was stopped around midday yesterday, with the weapons in a suitcase. It is thought he was arrested after the bag went through a security scanner. Reports in France say he also had bullets and a copy of the Koran. No one was injured during the arrest, the official said. There are several hotels around Disneyland Paris, which is east of the French capital and is among Europe’s most-visited tourist attractions. France remains under a state of emergency since Islamic extremist attacks around Paris killed 130 people in November.

Teen saves money by flying via Berlin instead of taking train from Sheffield to Essex JORDAN COX, 18, is making headlines after claiming to have made a saving of £7.72 on his train journey from Sheffield to Essex – by catching a flight to Berlin. It did mean he went 1017 miles out of his way but he also got to spend a few hours exploring the city. Jordon Cox, who blogs for moneysavingexpert.com as The Coupon Kid, was planning on travelling to and from Sheffield by train. He managed to get a cheap ticket for his journey to Sheffield but discovered that his return ticket to Essex would cost him £47. After a bit of investigating, Jordan discovered that flying from West Midlands Airport to Berlin, seven hours spent exploring the city, a plane ticket to Stansted and a bus to Essex would end up costing him less.

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We are currently recruiting exceptional hospitality professionals with excellent skills and a passion for delivering outstanding service for the following positions: Experienced Bar Staff Experienced Hotel Receptionists Spa Therapists Accommodation Assistants Kitchen Porters Chef de Partie Hall Porter (Full Driving License Required)

Experience Essential Applications, outlining the role for which you are applying, to: Ms Hilary Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Mara, Human Resources Manager, Killarney Hotels Ltd, Fossa, Killarney, Co Kerry. Tel: + 353 64 66 71300 Fax: + 353 64 66 32118 Email: killarneyhotelsHR@liebherr.com

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FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE PERSONNEL EXPERIENCED BAR PERSON SOUS CHEF BREAKFAST CHEF CHEFS DE PARTIE COMMIS CHEF For our 2 AA Rosette Castlelough Restaurant & The Lakeside Bistro Please send your CV to hr@lakehotel.com. The HR Department, The Lake Hotel, Muckross Road, Killarney, Co. Kerry.

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Dromhall Hotel & Kaynes Bar and Bistro An Award Winning and Popular choice for Gastro Pub & Bistro Dining, Kayne’s is looking for interested and innovative chefs to join it’s team. With exciting plans for 2016 and under the direction of Executive Chef Brian Ahern we are recruiting the following positions:

Full time and part time positions available in the following:

Sous Chef, experience in Gastro and Bistro dining Junior Sous Chef Chef de Partie Please email bernadette@randleshotels.com for information TEAM AT DROMHALL MEANS TOGETHER WE ACHIEVE MORE

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ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN A LEADING HOTEL OF THE WORLD DO YOU WANT THE SECURITY OF FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT ALL YEAR ROUND?

The Award winning Killarney Park Hotel invites applications for the following positions:

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• Previous Experience required in a 4 or 5 star property • Computer Skills and experience working with Opera, preferable • Excellent Customer care skills • Fluent English • Good Communication skills and phone etiquette • Ability to work in a busy environment

ACCOMMODATION ASSISTANT • Previous Experience preferable • Fluent English

CHEF DE PARTIE

• Fully Qualified Chef with previous experience in a hotel environment • Fluent English and good communication skills • Passion and creativity required for this role

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• Enthusiastic and has a passion for cooking • Fluent English and good communication skills

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• Previous Experience & Excellent customer care skills • Fluent English and Good communication skills and phone etiquette Applications in writing to: The Personnel Manager, The Killarney Park Hotel, Town Centre, Killarney, Co. Kerry. Or stop by the hotel to fill out an application form. Closing date for receipt of Applications, Friday 5th February 2016. THE KILLARNEY PARK HOTEL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

We are interested in hearing from people looking to further develop their

CAREER WITH ONE OF KERRY’S LEADING INSURANCE BROKERS. Ideally we would like to talk to a CIP or APA qualified person or who is working towards qualification and with two to three years’ experience in the General Insurance Business. The role involves providing best advice and guidance to our clients and handling all enquires for general insurance matters. The position requires a candidate with energy, drive, excellent communication skills and a strong customer focus. INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY TO THE FOLLOWING: Box No. 3327, Killarney Advertiser, Unit 1C, Park Place, High Street, Killarney. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS FRIDAY 12TH FEBRUARY

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CHEFS BAR WAITER/WAITRESS ACCOMMODATION ASSISTANTS

Applications in writing to:

the Sneem Hotel, Goldens Cove, Sneem Co. Kerry or information@sneemhotel.com | Tel (064) 6675100

CURRENTLY SEEKING

QUALIFIED CHEF COMMIS CHEF FOOD & BEVERAGE ASSISTANTS Please send CV to: info@macsofmainstreet.com or drop into Macs of Main Street Restaurant, 6 Main Street, Killarney.

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Experienced Bar/ Waiting Staff Required

Minimum 5 years experience References and fluent English essential

Apply with CV to:

The Manager, The Laurels, Main Street Killarney, Tel 064 66 31149.

We are inviting applications for the following positions: SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE *** CHEF DE PARTIE *** ACCOMMODATION SUPERVISOR Applications in writing with a current curriculum vitae to: The HR Department, The Malton, Town Centre, Killarney. Or Email: personnel@themalton.com

KILLARNEY BASED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR SEEKS

:: Qualified Electrician :: 2nd/3rd or 4th Year Apprentice Electrician :: Apprentice Electrician

Apply with CV to solargenpv@gmail.com

Part-Time Dental Nurse

Required for Saturday Sessions By Killarney Dental Practice Experience Preferred Apply with C.V. to Box No: 3322, Killarney Advertiser, Unit 1C, Park Place, High Street, Killarney. Closing date Friday 5th of February.

Full Time Bar Person Required for Killarney Town Centre Bar.

EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL Apply to Box No. 3325, Killarney Advertiser, Unit 1C, Park Place, High Street, Killarney.

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* Minimum of 2 Years Experience in a 3* / 4* hotel * Hotsoft Knowledge and Experience preferable * Good Communication skills and Fluent in English * Organisation, Time Management and Multi-tasking skills essential * Professional Attitude, Welcoming and Approachable Personality, Team Player To apply for this position, please send your CV for the attention of Collette Andre, Managing Director to collette@killarneyheights.ie or call 064 663 1158

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SNEEM COMMUNITY CRÈCHE REQUIRES Two relief workers to cover staff holidays and staff absents. The applicant must be prepared to work at short notice, there is no fixed days or hours with the position and the successful applicants need to be able to work flexible hours. All applicants need to have at least a Fetac level 5 Childcare Qualification and at least two years experience working in an Early years setting. Must have own transport. Applicants must be willing to be Garda Vetted and have two written references to apply. CV’s can be posted to Sneem Community Crèche, North Square Sneem Co. Kerry or can be emailed to: sneemcreche@yahoo.com by Friday 26th February for attention of Deirdre Murphy. Any queries to (064) 6645551.

Qualified Beauty Therapist/ Nail Technician Required for Part Time work, May lead to full time work Killarney town Email C.V. to brad501@hotmail.co.uk

TAXI DRIVER REQUIRED

Part-time, may lead to full-time for suitable candidate. • Nights • Must have PSV Licence • Killarney area Apply To Box No. 3326, Killarney Advertiser, Unit 1C, Park Place, High Street, Killarney.

Muckross Road, Killarney We are currently looking for experienced:

Waiter / Waitress Pastry Chef Chef De Partie

Full-time & Part time positions available.

Candidates should forward their C.V via email to: info@victoriahousehotel.com

“The Killarney Advertiser is always our first port of call when recruiting staff for any position. We appreciate it has a large readership in Killarney and the surrounds so we are guaranteed at a reasonable cost to reach a large audience.” Randles Hotels

KILLARNEY ADVERTISER IS THE GO-TO PUBLICATION FOR RECRUITMENT ADVERTISING IN THE GREATER KILLARNEY AREA The town’s employers trust the Killarney Advertiser to attract the best local candidates

“Malone Hegarty has been using the Killarney Advertiser’s Appointments section for several years and is very pleased with the results it delivers.” Malone Hegarty Solicitors “Killarney Advertiser is the ideal place for recruitment advertising. With a wide local readership and appeal, it is excellent for recruiting in all departments.” Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa “O’Donoghue Ring Hotels have used the Killarney Advertiser for recruitment advertising for many years. It provides our business with a stream of consistently high calibre candidates across all skill sets and at all levels of seniority. The service they provide is excellent and we look forward to advertising with them for years to come.” O’Donoghue Ring Hotels “The Gleneagle Group has used the Appointments section of the Killarney Advertiser for decades. We continue to do so as it consistently proves to be a direct and cost-effective recruitment tool. Our applicants regularly cite the Advertiser as the source of their job application.” The Gleneagle Group

Thirty-five years service recipient: Noreen Breen, centre, was honoured for 35 years’ service at the Bon Secours Hospital. She is pictured with the Prior from the Dominican Church Tralee, Kathleen Finnegan, Bishop Ray Browne, Donna Roche (Hospital Manager), Owen McCarthy (Mission Leader). PICTURES: DOMNICK WALSH

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Thirty-year recipients: The Prior from Dominican Church Tralee, Kathleen Finnegan, Bishop Ray Browne, Dolores Mannix, Donna Roche (Hospital Manager), Owen McCarthy (Mission Leader), at the Bon Secours celebration.

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Tom Fleming TD CONSTITUENCY OFFICE AT

62 New Street, Killarney, Co: Kerry

Tel: 064 66/35819 Mob: 087-7814781 Fax: 064 66/35848

Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9.45am to 5.30pm

Find us

Tom FlemingTD

Clinic every Friday from 3-5pm in Constituency Office Email: tom.fleming@oireachtas.ie Web: www.tomfleming.ie

will attend Scotts Hotel every Saturday from 3.00pm Castleisland Clinic River Island Hotel 3rd Monday of every month 6.30pm Killorglin Clinic Jim Shea’s Vintage Bar - 2nd Monday of every month from 7.00pm Kenmare Clinic Alantic Bar 10pm Every Saturday Night Kilgarvan Clinic Healy-Rae’s Mace Shop 9pm-10pm every Sunday & Healy-Rae’s Bar 10pm - 11pm Sunday Other clinics held throughout the constituency on a very regular basis and advertised locally. Danny Healy Rae MCC 087 2316055 Johnny Healy Rae MCC 087 2354793

Killarney Practice Supporting Parents It is our intention to hold a number of Parenting Classes throughout 2016. In Our Killarney premises we can cater for groups of 10/12. If requested, we are also open to holding these classes in other locations and we have a preference that groups be no larger than 15. We can offer a six week course which can be extended to ten weeks if participants desire to do so or indeed the ten week course can be organised from the outset.

Included in these sessions are topics such as: • All Parenting Starts with Self • Family Relationships and Feelings • Children’s Challenging Behaviours • A Different Kind of Discipline • Understanding Teenagers

Dates for upcoming courses:Understanding Teenagers - Tuesday February 16th - 10am - 12noon General Parenting - Tuesday March 1st - 7pm - 9pm Subject to demand additional dates (morning/evening) may be added Booking is essential and currently the charge is e100 per person for six sessions and an additional e50 if classes are extended to ten sessions. Contacts : Anita Hegarty (086) 3731142 Co-Creational Psychotherapist and Clinical Psychologist Email anita.hegarty2015@gmail.com Eileen Buckley (087) 4129655 Co-Creational Parent and Relationship Mentor Email eileen2buckley@gmail.com This practice is run in association with Dr Tony Humphreys and Dr Helen Ruddle (021) 4642394

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Senior Scor, Fossa GAA are through from East Kerry with their Leiriu to the County Final to be held on February 6, in Castleisland. Pictured, Jackie Quirke, Eileen Lucey, Theresa Kissane, Gene Moriarty, Mike Griffin, France’s Healy, Mike Sheehan.

Katie O’Mahony (Rathmore Ladies) and Emma Dineen (Glenflesk Ladies) who were part of the Munster Post Primary Ladies Team that won the Interprovincial competition in Kinnegad, Westmeath, on Saturday

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At the presentation of the prizes for the Maurice O’Donoghue Memorial Cup competition at the Ross GC were, front from left, Donie Mulcahy, president, Denis Cronin, winner, Jimmy Smyth; back, Gerry Falvey, Tony Lenihan and Mike Casey.

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Kris Meeke/Paul Nagle forced out of Monte Carlo rally KRIS MEEKE and his local co-driver Paul Nagle driving a Citroen DS3 were forced to retire from the opening round of the World Rally Championship in Monte Carlo last weekend. Up to their retirement they were the only team mounting a challenge to the eventual winner Sebastien Ogier, the 2015 World Champion. Starting Saturday’s stages, Meeke and Nagle were only 9.5 behind Ogier, swopping the lead on a few occasions throughout the first day, but by stage 11 on day 2, they had reduced the lead by a further 3.4 seconds. However, on the following stage things started to unravel. On a right-hand corner their Citroen encountered a large rock that had come loose and ripped the sump guard from the car which was there to provide protection. Although they made it to the end of the stage they had to retire on the road section due to the damage caused to the gearbox. Kris Meeke outlined his demise: “It happened on the exit of a fast bend, I felt a big impact under the car even though I had taken the same line this morning. We now know that there was a large bedrock that must have come loose as more cars completed the stage. Nevertheless, it was strong performance we produced with Paul, the team and the car, so I’m pleased about that. It’s encouraging for the rest of the season.”

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Kris Meeke and Paul Nagle in action in last weekend's Monte Carlo Rally.

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TO Let Three bed bungalow, 3 miles from town approx., Tiernaboul area. Three bed house close to big Tesco Park Road. Two bed apartment, town centre. Two bed apartment on Loretto Road in good condition, beautiful views. One and two bed apartment in Faha, 6 miles, One bed apartment 1 mile from town in very good condition, 1 bed apartment in town centre, 1 bed apartment Loreto Road, good condition. Tel. Roger 086-8136888. www. kerryrental.ie TO Let 2 bedroom apartment, Park Road, all mod cons, private parking, fully furnished, €750 per month. Tel: 087-3101222. TO Let 1 bedroom apartment, killarney town centre, long term, compact, not suitable for children. Tel. 087-4500963. TO Let Glenflesk, new house, 3 bedroom all ensuite, private garden. Tel. 087-9515590. TO Let 4 bedroom detached house to let in Keel, Castlemaine. R/A accepted. Tel. 085-7638256. TO Let One bed apartment, long term, furnished. Not suitable for children, no R/A, private parking, Muckross Road, 7 minutes walk to town. Tel. 064-6634237.

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TO Let Double room available in 3 bed house, Bridgefield Estate, €300 p.m. including unlimited Broadband. Tel. Sinead 086-1065927/Denis 087-7793200. TO Let 1 Bedroom flat, 2 minutes from Killarney on Cork Road. All mod-cons, O.F.C.H., wheelie bins and parking included. Tel. 087-2628766. TO Let Rooms to let in Faha, 6 miles from Killarney Town. Professional single person only. Would suit someone with equestrian interest. Tel. 086-2236762.

LEADING estate agency Sherry Fitzgerald will once again bring its Irish Property Show to London on Saturday, February 20. At the event which will be held in Millennium Gloucester Hotel from 11am-3pm, it will be displaying a sample of properties from all across Ireland and giving UK purchasers an opportunity to meet property professionals from several of their offices across the country in one day, and in one location. Mary Dillon, head of Sherry FitzGerald Countrywide, said: “The performance of the Irish economy was remarkable in 2015 with GDP expected to exceed 6%, positioning Ireland as the fastest growing economy in the euro area for the second consecutive year.” The recovery in both the economy and in the residential market have supported the ongoing appetite from overseas investors for Irish property, added Ms Dillon. “In Sherry FitzGerald we agree. Over the difficult years of the global recession we continued to promote Irish property in Ireland and abroad and in 2016 we will continue to do this with our London Property Show – an event that will showcase the very best of Irish property from all over the country.

WANTED Wanted House and apartments in and around Killarney for management and letting. Tel. Roger 086-8136888. www. kerryrental.ie Wanted Couple working full time looking for a hous in killarney or within driving distance to a town. Tel. 083-4707535

FOR SALE For SALe Ballyspillane, 3 bedroom semi-detached (end of terrace) house. Recently renovated, oil heating, rear access. Tel. 087-0572985.

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The piano and keyboard students pictured at the concert in the KDYS with their teacher Ruti Lachs.

Dazzling display from young Killarney pianists OVER 40 piano and keyboard students performed at a concert on Saturday at the Kerry Diocesan Youth Service youth centre. The musicians are all students at Killarney School of Music and their teacher is Ruti Lachs. “The repertoire included group pieces such as You Are My Sunshine, with up to eight keyboard players playing together; classical solos on piano including arrangements

of Sonata Pathetique by Beethoven, and a Chopin nocturne; and traditional Irish tunes and popular songs arranged for piano,” said Ruti. “All the children performed very well, and impressed their audience, which numbered over 100. Thanks to helpful KDYS staff, and parents, for their invaluable help on the day.”

Killarney RFC U-16s who played away to Listowel last Saturday.

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€10.6m awarded for building 63 Kerry housing units

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THE approval of €10.6 million for the building of 63 additional housing units in Kerry has been welcomed. This funding will continue the building schemes in The Park, Killarney, and Kileeen, Tralee, which saw the approval of 12 houses each previously. The funding announced include eight units at The Park Killarney, €1,450,000; nine units at Kileen, Tralee, €1,100,000; 10 units at Listowel, €1,500,000; 10 units at Miltown Bridewell, €1,950,000; four units at Bill Kennerk Road Tralee, €730,000; and 22 units at Kenmare, €3,900,000. Welcoming the funding, Senator Marie Moloney said: “This will boost construction all over Kerry as well as providing much needed accommodation for families and individuals in need of a home.”

CENTRAL APPLICATIONS OFFICE FEBRUARY 1 DEADLINE IS FAST APPROACHING Are you planning on applying for a college place through the CAO? Then remember that Monday, February 1, is the closing date for applications, says career guidance counsellor Eithne Teahan IF YOU haven’t already done so, log on to www.cao.ie and register your application before 5.15pm on that date. Take your time entering the details that are required and make sure they are correct before submitting them. The application fee is e40 and once you are registered you will get your CAO identification number. Knowing what courses to put on your application and in what order can be a difficult choice for many who are applying. Each applicant is given the option to list ten course choices on the Level 8 list and ten choices on the Level 7/6 list. Course choices should be listed according to your genuine personal preference from 1 to 10. It would be advisable not to list a course, even at the bottom of your list, unless you would be happy to accept it if it is offered to you.

If you are not sure, at this stage, of courses or order of preference do the best you can at entering the course choices you are considering and use the free change of mind option from May 5 to July 1 to make your changes if need be. (Restricted entry courses which require additional assessment procedures must be included on your course choices list by February 1). It is only by researching courses thoroughly that you will be able to make informed choices. Familiarise yourself with all aspects of the courses you’re thinking of applying to including entry requirements and subjects you will be studying throughout the duration of the course. This information will be available from the college prospectuses and websites and if possible, it would also be helpful to speak with a stu-

dent who is already on or who has completed such courses in order to obtain any further insights which will help with your final choices. See www.cao.ie for further deadlines and full timetable of events. •You can contact career guidance counsellor Eithne Teahan by emailing info@careeroptionskerry.com or calling 087-2028185 or see www.careerSenator Marie Moloney.

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FOR SALE For Sale Firewood and turf, 8x4 trailer chopped and stacked hard wood, 1 load €105 or 2 for €200. Soft €80 or 2 for €150. Net bag 11 for €35, turf 8x4 trailer €80. All delivered. Tel. 086-3895141. For Sale Retro Rose at Market Cross Killarney; Vintage vinyls, furs, china, books, toys, jewellery, hats, shoes, pre-loved clothes, golf, fishing and lots more. Great prices. For Sale Hay for sale, square bales of excellent hay, also round bales of haylage, double wrapped. Tel. 087-2258756. For Sale Bales of silage. Tim O’Sullivan, Knockancore, Kilcummin. Tel. 064-6643145. For Sale House contents. Beds, 3 piece suite, tables and chairs, gas cooker etc. Tel. 086-2658071. For Sale 2 Lord of the Rings chess sets, storage for 1 set, special edition chess board. Tel. 086-3561992. For Sale Four star hotel leisure break voucher worth €218 valid until May. €160 o.n.o. Tel. 086-3561992. For Sale Perpare for winter. Big value loads of neat split firewood available at €155 per load. Contact P.J. Buckley at 086-6606664. For Sale 3 seater leather recliner (dark brown), centre table. €50. Can deliver locally. Tel. 087-2250525. For Sale Hotpoint electric cooker, glass top, 18 months old, €350. Electric threadmill, 3 years old,€400 o.n.o. was €1,200 new. Vibro Plate €70. Tel. 087-0651847. For Sale Haylage for sale e25 per bale, Hay €3 per bale. Top quality. Tel. 086-6052054.

available AVAILABLE Church music for wedding and funeral ceremonies- personal

and meaningful ceremony. Tel. Helen Kerins 087-9508050. AVAILABLE Qualified experienced childminder, K.C.C. registered, Childminding Ireland registered First Aid and garda vetted, safe and secure play area, homely atmosphere, Muckross. Tel: Sinead Sweetman 087-2359466. AVAILABLE Window and door repair, hinges, locks and handles, replace foggy and stained double-glazed units. Tel. Donie 087-9777333. AVAILABLE Swift Ironing Service, 7 days. Tel. 087-6403442. AVAILABLE Music lessons, violin, fiddle, guitar, piano, mandolin, banjo. Garda vetted, now enrolling. Tel. John or Maggie 087-6801392. AVAILABLE Earn extra income, work from home, part time, full time. Tel. 087-9219049. AVAILABLE Adult reading help; Evening study help; Give your child a head start; One to One Professional Tutoring in reading, spelling, English and mathematics. All ages. Tel. 087-2979912 for free evaluation. Confidentiality assured. AVAILABLE Expert math tuition. One to one math tuition in Project Maths. All levels of maths covered. Reasonable rates. In student’s own home. Tel. 087-4390605. AVAILABLE Fully qualified Childminder in own home. KCC registered. Flexile hours/early morning opening if required. Nearby to local schools. Glenflesk/Headford area. Tel. Eileen 085-7395570.

wanted Wanted Childminder wanted to look after 2 year old daughter and help with young baby 2 days per week (Thursday and Fridays) in child’s own home in Killarney. Days may be extended. Tel. 086-3548323.

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Wanted Childminder wanted to mind 2 boys (8 and 5) in childrens own home in Firies village. Usually 3 days a week, hours usually 8am to 6.30pm with 9.30am to 2pm free as kids are in school. Some flexibility required as both parents work. Tel. Mike 087-6573259 for more info. Wanted Childminder for 3 children in Glenflesk area, car required. Tel. 087-7769166.

animals ANIMALS HUG: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds (CHY 19414), formerly Kerry Greyhound Connection, takes in, rehabilitates and finds homes for unwanted racing greyhounds. We are looking for people to help us by offering a foster home for a greyhound as a ‘half-way-home’ until we can find a permanent home for the dog. Fostering is a really valuable and ‘hands on’ way to be involved in greyhound rescue work. There is no cost to fosterers as HUG will cover all food and veterinary expenses. Please get in touch if you’d like to help. For further details please contact us on 087 9822695 or email homesforunwantedgreyhounds@eircom.net. ANIMALs Heaven Animal Rescue Tel. 086-1076729. suzanne@ahar. ie. Huge rescue centre in Crag, Castleisland, Co. Kerry. We take all unwanted animals and re-home them. We have beautiful dogs and cats waiting for homes. Donations of funds and blankets for dogs, cats and horses, dog nuts, cat food and horse feed, hay, straw and shavings badly needed. Bank Of Ireland 90760272 sortcode 90.57.58 KLAWS (Kenmare and Locality Animal Welfare Society) We have a number of adult cats (all colours) awaiting homes. 087-9729240 or 087-9704480.

For sale Two beautiful male dogs, mixed breed of Beagle/Collie. Three years old. Neutered. Trained to radio fence. Very pleasant nature. Suitable as companions, watch dogs or for hunting. Preferably no separation as they are companions since puppies. €100. Tel. 086-1527285. MISSING Cat Aghadoe area since Thursday 14th January. Please call Tel. 087-9339095.

social & personal Personal Pursue Happiness. Ladies & gentlemen from 30 years upwards. Escape that lonely life. I will introduce you to a sincere respectable companion. A new happy world awaits you. Very high success rate. Fully confidential.Tel. Sheila on 087-7680163.

LOST & FOUND FOUND Large sum of money in New Street Tuesday 19th January contact Joan Tel. 064-6635869.

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WOMEN have always played a massive part in Killarney Legion GAA Club and even more so in today’s world as they are now totally involved in all aspects of Legion affairs. This ladies committee from the 1970s did Trojan work raising funds for the club and their yearly sale of work organised in the now-demolished Park Place Hotel and run in the Aras Phádraig raised thousands of pounds. They were also involved in many other aspects of club events.

Back, Bridie Costigan, Sheila O’Neill, Maura Fitzgerald, Maureen Fogarty, Pat Moynihan (RIP), Sheila Counihan, Bridie Eagar, Carmel O’Donoghue (RIP), Park Place Hotel; front, Maura Brosnan (RIP), Noreen Moynihan, Joan Culloty, Joan Fogarty, Mary Regan, Maureen Reen and Myra Costigan.

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in memoriam 5th anniversary MacSweeney

Cherished & loving memory of Dan MacSweeney late of Ballaugh Cross, Killarney & formerly of Toremore, Kilcummin who died on the 26th January 2011. We miss you smile, Your joking ways, We miss the things You used to say. And when old times We do recall, It’s then we miss you Most of all. Sadly missed and always remembered by his daughters Mary, Eileen, Betty, sons Donie, Tomás, Frank, Eddie, sons-inlaw, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and sister-in-law Mai and cherished memories of his late wife Hannah Marie. Anniversary Mass on Monday 1st February 2016 at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

17th and 3rd anniversaries O’connor

In loving memory of Denis O’Conor late of Knockanes, Headford who died 4th February 1999 and his wife Mary who died 13th February 2013. Wrap your arms around our parents, Don’t leave them on their own, For this is their Anniversary, And we know they can’t come home. Lovingly remembered by your sons and daughters Patricia, Hugh, Breda, Kathy, Seamus, Donacha, William, Sean and Jerry, your sons and daughters-in-law, your grandchildren and great grandson. Anniversary Mass on Saturday 30th January at St. Agatha’s Church Glenflesk at 7pm.

The happy hours we once enjoyed, How sweet their memory still, But death has left a vacant place, This world can never fill. How dearly we loved you, And prayed you might live, But Jesus just beckoned, And we had to give. God gave us strength to bear it, And courage to fight the blow, What it has meant to lose you, God alone will ever know. May the God of love and mercy, Care for our loved one who is gone, And bless with consolation, Those left to carry on. Sadly missed and always remembered by your loving wife Helen, sons Oliver, Patrick & Sean, daughters Veronica & Helena, daughter in law Margaret, son in law Steve and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass on Saturday 6th of February in Firies Church at 7.30pm.

jesus May your Sacred Heart Lord Jesus, be praised, glorified and honoured throughout the whole world now and forever. Repeat this 3 times. C.D.

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Birthday Remembrance of a wonderful brother and son Brian, whose birthday falls on 1st February. As we open our eyes this morning, And look to Heaven above, We whisper “Happy Birthday Brian”, And send you all our love. Lovingly remembered always, Mom, Dad, Beth and Simon. xx

Birthday Remembrance

In loving memory of Batty O’Brien, late of 105 Pinewood Estate who died on the 28th January 2014. I thought of you today But that is nothing new I thought about you yesterday And days before that too. I think of you in silence I often speak your name All I have are memories And your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake From which I’ll never part God has you in his arms I have you in my heart. Your loving grand-daughter Chloe, Tomas and great grandson Tomas.

Coffey

o’brien Birthday Remembrance of our grandson Brian whose birthday falls on 1st February. Thinking of you on your Birthday Brian But that is nothing new For no day dawns and no day ends Without a thought of you.

Falvey

Lonely is the home without you, Life to us is not the same, All the world would be like heaven, If we could have you back again.

o’brien

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3rd anniversary

A light is from our household gone, A voice we loved is stilled, A place is vacant in our home, That never can be filled.

2nd Anniversary

Coffey

6th & 33rd anniversary McCarthy

In loving memory of Tony Falvey, Batterfield, Firies, who died on 28th January 2013.

Birthday Remembrance

In loving memory of our parents Hannah and John McCarthy late of Glounlea, Currow Killarney, Hannah whose 6th anniversary occurs on February 3rd and John whose 33rd anniversary occurs on April 20th. We have memories we treasure, With thoughts that are dear, We think of ye always, Not just once a year.

Loved and sadly missed Nana and Granda.

17th anniversary Moriarty

In loving memory of Batty O’Brien, late of 105 Pinewood Estate who died on the 28th of January 2014. The moment that you died My heart was torn in two One side filled with heartache The other died with you I often lie awake at night When the world is fast asleep And take a trip down memory lane With tears upon my cheek.

Always remembered by your loving family.

Remembering you is easy I do it everyday But missing you is heartache That never goes away

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

I hold you tight within my heart, And there you will remain , Until the joyous day arrives Thay we will meet again.

Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. M.C.

POWERFUL NOVENA This novena never fails. Say it on the hour for 9 hours. Jesus who has said, ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the door will be open to you. Through the intercession of Mary, the Most Holy Mother, I knock, I ask that my prayer will be granted (Make your request). Oh Jesus, has said all you ask the Father in my name, he will grant through the intercession of Mary, the Most Holy Mother. I humbly beg and urgently ask the Father in thy Name that my prayer be granted (Make request here) Oh Jesus who has said Heaven and Earth shall pass away but my word shall not pass away through the intercession of Mary, the most Holy Mother. I feel confident my prayer shall be answered. (Make request). This novena is to be said at the same time every hour for nine consecutive hours one day. Promised publication, never fails. E.

In loving memory of Hannah Moriarty nee Griffin, whose anniversary occurred on the 23rd of January. Softly the leaves of memories fall, Gently we gather and treasure them all, Unseen, unheard but always near, Still loved, still missed, still vey dear. Loved and remembered by your loving family. xx

Your loving wife Blanche. Anniversary Mass on Friday 29th of January at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral.

2nd Anniversary o’brien

2nd Anniversary o’brien In loving memory of Batty O’Brien, late of 105 Pinewood Estate who died on the 28th January 2014. Simply The Best. In loving memory of Batty O’Brien, late of 105 Pinewood Estate who died on the 28th of January 2014. Dearest Dad On your Birthday my heart still aches in sadness, My silent tears still flow, For what it meant to lose you, No one will know my dearest Dad I will remember all you taught me, I’m hurt but won’t be sad And you will always be my Dad. Love John, Karinna, Blake, Tyler, Ryley xx

If I could write a story It would be the greatest ever told Of a kind and loving father With a heart made of gold I could write a million pages But still be unable to say Just how much I love and miss him Every single day I remember all he taught me I’m hurt but won’t be sad Because he’ll send me down the answers And he’ll always be my Dad. Loving and missing you Trisha, Shaun, Faith, Abbi, Charlie and Warren.

in memoriam 2nd Anniversary o’brien

18th anniversary Sheehan

In loving memory of Batty O’Brien, late of 105 Pinewood Estate who died on the 28th January 2014.

Cherished memories of Con Sheehan late of Crosstown Glenflesk whose anniversary occurs on January 28th.

A Father’s touch, a Daddy’s kiss, A grieving Daughter, you’re greatly missed.

Our hearts are full of memories We treasure them with care The way you had to leave us Will always seem unfair. No farewells were spoken We did not say goodbye You were gone before we knew it And only God knows why. A son is special and so is his name Without you to love is never the same. But as long as we live We will always be glad Grateful and proud of the son that we had.

An empty house, an empty chair, A Father’s love, no longer there. A broken heart, tear filled eye, Another soul to fill the sky. Many memories in my mind, Some I laugh, some I cry. The times we shared, the laughs we had, Things I miss when I think of you Dad. Realising that’s all I have to hold on to, Only memories, of what once was you.

Fondly remembered by your Mam Norrie, Dad Paudie, sister Helena, brothers Pat and Mike and Donal and Joanne.

Missing your laugh, I will never again hear, That is the reality that fills me with so much fear. No more smile on your face, No more warmth of your embrace. The last hug, the last kiss, The last “Goodbye” leaves me with one last wish...

7th anniversary Lynch

To have you Dad, here today, Never to leave your daughter this way. A Father’s touch, a Daddy’s kiss, A grieving Daughter, you’re greatly missed. Your loving daughter Mary, Karl and grandchildren Chloe, Aimy, Leah, Alanna, Kayla and Nathan.

2nd Anniversary o’brien

In loving memory of Batty O’Brien, late of 105 Pinewood Estate who died on the 28th January 2014. I cried when you passed away I still cry today Although I loved you dearly I could not make you stay A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest God broke my heart to prove to me He only takes the best

In loving memory of Tim Lynch, Husband, Dad and Granddad, late of O’Kelly’s Villas Killarney who passed away on the 27th of January 2009. When someone You love Dies, You never quite Get over it. You just slowly Learn how to go On without them. But always keeping Them tucked Safely in your Heart. Always remembered by your wife Catherine, son James & daughter Jennifer, Antoinette, Micheal, Rachel, Conor, Nicole & Jessica.

13th anniversary Crehan

Love Thomas, Shiko, Destiny and Hope.

6th and 28th anniversaries healy In loving memory of Joan who died on 5th February 2010 and her husband John D.H. who died on the 23rd March 1988 of Annebeg, Glenflesk. Your name is often mentioned Our thoughts are of you still You haven’t been forogtten What’s more you never will. Always remembered by Margaret, Kevin and family.

In loving memory of Dr Catherine (Vourneen) Crehan late of 65 Park Drive, Park Road and formally of 60 High Street, Killarney who passed away on 30th January 2003 aged 49 years. Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today, Your name is often spoken, We talk about you still, You haven’t been forgotten, And by us you never will. Always loved, never forgotten, sadly missed by Husband Jim, daughters Christine and Coilin, son John, son-in-law Seán and grandchildren Cian, Clodagh and John.

10th anniversary

O’Connor

In loving memory of Kayleigh O’Connor, Inchicullane Kilcummin who passed away on 2nd February 2006.

“I’ll lend you for a little while, a child of mine”, God said. “For you to love her while she lives, and mourn for when she’s dead”. “It may be six or seven years, or twenty two or three”, “But will you, till I call her back, take care of her for me” “She’ll bring her charms to gladden you, and should her stay be brief You’ll always have her memories as a solace for your grief”.

Each of us in our own way Have special thoughts of Kayleigh today.

“I cannot promise she will stay since all from earth return”, “But there are lessons taught below I want this child to learn.” “I’ve looked this whole world over in search of teachers true”, “And from the folks that crowd life’s land I have chosen you”. “Now will you give her all your love nor think the labour vain.” “Nor hate me when I come to take this lent child back again.” “I fancied that I heard them say” “Dead Lord, Thy will be done.” “For all the joy Thy child will bring the risk of grief we’ll run”. “We’ll shelter her with tenderness We’ll love her while we may.” “And for the happiness we’ve known forever grateful stay” “But should the Angels call her much sooner than we planned” ”The bitter grief we’ll brave and try to understand”. Missed and loved everyday Dad, Mum and Ailbhé. xoxo Anniversary Mass in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Kilcummin at 7.30pm on the 3rd of February.

Always remembered Tina O’Sullivan.

16th anniversary Loughnane

Treasured memories of a dear husband and father John Loughnane, late of 34 Ardshanavooly Estate, Killarney who died on 29th January 2000. R.I.P. Alone, but never quite alone, I face an empty chair, But sometimes in my silence, I imagine you are there. My companion for so many years, No longer here with me, And yet in some mysterious way You keep me company. Sadly missed by your loving wife Sheila, son Stephen, daughters Karen and Christina, sons-in-law Peter and Danny and grandchildren. Anniversary Mass on Friday 29th January at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

12th anniversary griffin

10th anniversary O’Connor

In loving memory of Donie Griffin late of 35 Daltons Avenue, Killarney and Acworth, Georgia, USA who died on the 1st February, 2004. In loving memory of Kayleigh O’Connor, Inchicullane Kilcummin who passed away on 2nd February 2006. 10 years have gone since you passed away, But memories keep you very near. Memories are special, they don’t fade away, Our prayers and thoughts are with you Kayleigh today, And also with Kay, Matthew and Ailbhé. Fondly remembered Noreen, Paudie and family.

NOVENA to st. Claire Ask St. Claire for 3 favours, one business, two impossible and say nine Hail Mary’s for nine days with lighted candle. Pray whether you believe or not. Publish on ninth day. Powerful Novena. May the sacred heart of Jesus be praised, adored, glorified and loved today and every day throughout the whole world forever Amen. Say six times daily for nine days. Your request will be granted no matter how difficult it may seem. Favour publication must be promised. M.B.

Precious people are very few, That is why there was only one of you, Lord, treasure him in your garden of rest, Because on earth he was one of the best. Sadly missed and always remembered by your family at home and in the USA and England. Masses offered.

Novena to the holy spirit

O Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things you have given me as you confirm once again that I never wanted to be separated from you in spite of all material illusions. I wish to be with you in Eternal Glory. Thank you for mercy towards me and mine. This prayer must be said for three days, after three days the favour will be granted. C.D.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1st Anniversary Murhill

In loving memory of a dear brother Tim O’Sullivan late of Maughantourig Gneeveguilla, who died on 3rd of February 2012. We’ll meet again Somewhere down the line Who knows where or when Another place, another time. We’ll keep you in our prayers and memory All the time Until we meet again Somewhere down the line. Always remembered by your brothers Johnny and Patrick, sister-in-law Eileen and family.

In loving memory of our beautiful daughter and sister Elaine Doyle, Upper Lissivigeen, Killarney who died on the 31st of January, 1991. Special memories hold you near As time rolls back another year So much to share so much to say We carry you in our hearts each day No matter what, no matter where You are always there Unseen, unheard you are always near Still loved, still missed, still very dear Your beautiful smile Your special ways Are remembered with love everyday Elaine. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered always by Mam, Dad and Miriam.

In loving memory of Mrs. Margaret Murhill, late of Gortahoonig, Muckross, Killarney who died on 25th January 2002. Memories are precious They don’t fade away We think of you always Not just today. Always loved and remembered by your loving family, Anniversary Mass on Sunday 31st of January at 9.30am in the Church of The Holy Spirit Muckross.

27th anniversary Culloty

4th anniversary O’Sullivan

In loving memory of a dear brother Tim O’Sullivan late of Maughantourig Gneeveguilla, who died on 3rd of February 2012. R.I.P. Your name is often spoken We talk about you still You haven’t been forgotten by us Tim And you never will. Sadly missed by Diarmuid, Christina and family.

Sister We often sit and think of you And remember the good old days For you were a sister we loved so much And miss in every way Although we cannot see you You are with us night and day For we had a very special love Death cannot take away. Always loved and remembered Órla, Kieran, Caoimhe, Saoirse and Ashling. Sister I dream about you often I talk about you still I have a void within my heart That never will refill. But the memories keep me going On the days that I am sad I am forever thankful Elaine For the days of joy we had. Missing you everyday Gillian, Barth, Ella, Thaelan and Emily xxx

4th anniversary O’Sullivan

In loving memory of Tim O’Sullivan late of Maughantourig Gneeveguilla, who died on 3rd of February 2012. R.I.P. We think of you in silence We often speak your name But all we have are memories And your picture in a frame Your resting place we visit Flowers we place with care But no one knows the heartache As we turn and leave you there. Sadly missed by PJ and Leo.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour). Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen. Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. M.M.

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Sister They say there is a reason They say that time will heal But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel. For no one knows the heartache That lies behind our smiles No one knows how many times We have broken down and cried. We want to tell you something So there won’t be any doubt You’re so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without.

In loving memory of Breeda Culloty, Maulykevane, Headford Killarney who died on 1st February 1989. R.I.P. Time may hide the sadness Smiles may hide the tears But we will always love and miss you No matter how many years. There is much in life that changes And much in life that’s new But never in a million years Will we ever forget you. Deep in our hearts lies a picture More precious than silver or gold It’s a picture of our sister Whose memory will never grow old. Sadly missed and never forgotten by your loving sisters and their families.

2nd anniversary clifford

Always remembered by your brother Pádraig, Christina, Seán and Kate.

In loving memory of Richard Clifford, Ballycasheen, Killarney who died on the 8th February 2014.

Anniversary Mass on Friday 29th January at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

Sincere and true in heart and mind A memory sweet you left behind.

novena to st. anthony O Holy St. Anthony, gentlest of Saints, your love for God and charity for his creatures made you worthy when on earth to possess miraculous powers. Miracles awaited on your word which you were ever ready to speak for those in trouble or anxiety. Encouraged by this thought I implore you to obtain for me my request (request). The answer to my prayer may require a miracle, even though you are the Saint of Miracles, O gentle and loving St. Anthony whose heart was ever full of human sympathy. Whisper my petition into the ear of the sweet infant Jesus who loved to be held in your arms and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours. Promise publication. E.C.

You were a loving husband A pal so good and true A better husband never lived Your equals are but few. What we’d give if we could say Hello Dad in the same old way To hear your voice and see your smile We miss you Dad, you were one of a kind. We speak your name with love and pride We smile with tears we cannot hide We thank you for the years we shared The love you gave, the way you cared. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. Always loved and remembered by Geraldine, Aisling, Risteárd and Sadhbh. 2nd Anniversary Mass for Richard will be held on Saturday 6th February at 7.30pm in The Church of The Resurrection.

Breda Murhill late of Gortahoonig, Muckross, Killarney and Abbeycourt, Tralee who died on 2nd February 2015. As we lovingly remember Breda on her first anniversary, we her family wish to express our deepest gratitude to all who sympathised with us on our sad loss. Thanks to all the people who attended the rosary, removal, funeral Mass and burial and to all those who sent Mass cards, enrolments, floral tributes and sympathy letters. We thank those who travelled from far and near and those who shared memories of her with us, we are truly grateful. A heartfelt thanks to all those who cared for Breda throughout her illness and the Multiple Sclerosis Society who were always there for Breda. The Killarney Nursing Home which was Breda’s home since 2009 went above and beyond the call of duty as they took extra special care of her needs. To all the staff at the Deenagh Medical Practice, thanks for the great care and kindness shown to Breda throughout the years. We are grateful to Fr Kieran O’Brien for the lovely ceremony and to Sister Rose who recited the rosary and also visited and prayed with Breda. Thanks to Tim, Mary and Mike O’Shea Funeral Directors for their professionalism. To the Multiple Sclerosis Society and Breda’s Bank of Ireland colleagues who formed a Guard of Honour. A word of thanks to Eamonn and Valerie Courtney of The Killarney Oaks Hotel for their warm hospitality. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere gratitude and deep appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Breda’s first anniversary Mass will be celebrated at the Church of The Holy Spirit Muckross on Sunday 31st of January 2016 at 9.30am. We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.

1st anniversary Murhill

In loving memory of Breda Murhill, Gortahoonig Muckross and Abbeycourt Tralee Co. Kerry who died on 2nd February 2015. In God’s care you rest above In our hearts you rest with love Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered everyday. Loved and remembered everyday from all your family with all our love. Anniversary Mass Sunday 31st of January 9.30am Church of The Holy Spirit Muckross.

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Gneeveguilla Athletic Club

Lotto: No winner of our lotto draw 22/01/2016, numbers drawn were 1, 3, 17 and 22. Bonus not won numbers drawn were 12, 14, 18 and 24. Next week’s jackpot €7,800 plus €1,000 bonus. Scottish National Championships: Held last weekend in Glasgow, Mel O’ Callaghan took part. Mel’s times in the 60m and 200m were impressive. Mel is looking for a good year performance wise in 2016. Kerry Schools Cross country: Held in The Demense Killarney on Wednesday 20th, Donal Daly, Katie Buckley, Michael McSweeney, Jack Walsh & Anna Clifford all ran very well. Inter Club Cross country Relays: All roads lead to Caherciveen on Sunday 31st for the county Senior, Junior & Juvenile cross country Relay Championships. We have teams in all age categories. Lotto & Membership: We are still waiting on some members to renew their memberships. For those whose membership is still outstanding, we would appreciate if you can get it paid up asap.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club Men's

Club Captain Liam Hartnett is pleased to be able to advise the membership that the Mahony’s Point Course will re-open for play next weekend, some restrictions may still be in force, but at least, and at last, we will be able to start on the first tee-box, and finish on the 18th green. Course Manager Enda Murphy has advised that the repairs to the greens most affected, namely the 1st and 4th on Killeen, and the 16th on Mahony’s Point, has progressed quite well, but the current inclement weather has, once again, put progress back a week or so, but he is nevertheless confident that the previously advised opening dates will be met, and are as outlined above for Mahony’s Point, and should be in early March for the Killeen Course. Enda has also advised that while the re-development is progressing, albeit slowly, that consideration must be given to preventing further re-occurrences of the recent devastation, and to this end some further radical alterations made need to be considered, in the not too distant future. Liam also wishes to acknowledge the very recent, and untimely passing of one of the very best golfers ever to represent our Club, James Loughnane, passed away in early January, James had represented our Club on numerous occasions, but his most notable success was in being part of the team that garnered the “Barton Shield” for Killarney Golf and Fishing Club in 1980, for the first and only time that Killarney has won a “Senior” National Championship, the other members of that team were, three times South of Ireland Champion Michael Guerin, Sean Coyne and also another recently deceased member of that team, Dr. Arthur Spring, “May they both rest in peace”, they were under the stewardship and tutelage of Derry Pyne Team Manager, and the Club Captain Brian Mulcahy, and they won the trophy on the final green in a thrilling final, played over the famed “Lahinch” Golf Course, in County Clare.

Killarney Badminton Club

Well done to division 3 mixed team who won there first match 5 - 2. A huge congratulations s to Elaina Galvin who won the division 5 Kerry singles title, the first of many. Congratulations to Sorcha McCloskey who was runner up in Division 5 plate. Well done to juvenile members who took part in inter-county teams last Sunday, Jessica Galvin, Elaina Galvin, U17 Fiona Galvin, Niall O’Brien U15, Adele O’Brien U13, Molly O’Donoghue and Pia Hickey U11, they all did their club proud. The Juveniles Singles Kerry Championship is being held on the 6th February, give your names to Suzanne please. Good luck to all playing in Junior and Senior 1 Munster Badminton on Sunday next in Killarney Leisure Centre. The Kerry Masters are being held in Killarney on 5th February, give names to club. Division 2+4 singles are being held in Killarney next weekend please give names to Jennifer if you are taking part. Have a good week of badminton.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

During the course of his report to the recent AGM of Deerpark Pitch & Putt Notes Club registrar Sean Kelly reported an increase in their membership for the second year in succession. The club now has a total of I96 members which breaks down as follows 89 gents, 22 ladies and 85 juveniles and if this trend continues it is envisaged that the total membership will see the 200 membership barrier broken. An interesting statistic is that the club had 3I new juvenile members, 22 new adult members and I4 members re-joining the club. Handicaps Twelve players had their handicaps increased during 2015 while seven members had their handicaps reduced. Sean also thanked the club’s generous sponsors as well as the members of the course and clubhouse committees including the Keogh family and all the members of the executive committee for their support during the season. Membership Rates for 2016 The following membership rates were agreed for 2016- Single Adult €135, Juvenile and OAP rates €80, Family membership €240. Johnny Kelly Memorial The Johnny Kelly Memorial competition has been provisionally arranged for Sunday February 7th. Details in next edition. Seniors Outing The next Seniors Outing will be on the Gleneagle course on Wednesday February 4th 10.15am.

Killarney Athletic

Results: U15 Killarney Athletic 0-2 Killarney Celtic Our U15’s came out 2nd best in this local derby with both squads being depleted by illness. This gave some of the extended panel a chance against a very strong Celtic side. We were lucky only to be one down at the break largely to the defending of Eamon Long. Driven on by Long, Ian Prendergast and Harry Potts we battled to the final whistle but to no avail. Fixtures: Saturday 30th January U12 F.A.I Cup last 32 Killarney Athletic V Johnston F.C 2pm U14 Premier Killarney Athletic V Tralee Dynamos 11am

U16 Division 1 Asdee V Killarney Athletic 12noon Sunday 31st January 1st round Castleisland V Killarney Athletic 11-30am Street Collection: The club wish to thank all members who gave an hour of their time on Saturday last for the annual street collection. Your support is greatly appreciated. 300 club: Forms are available for this years 300 club draw. All support is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact any committee member. Killarney Athletic Website: Please check the website on www. killarneyathletic.com or facebook for match reports, club information and contact details. Contact: If you have anything to add to the Killarney Athletic A.F.C Notes please contact Alan Daly on 085-1913244 or aland15@live.ie

Killarney Celtic

Celtic Park to Host U18 International Celtic Park has been announced as the host venue for the U18 Centenary Shield Match between Ireland and Scotland on Thursday, April 14th. This is a great honour for the club and testament to the standard of our facilities and the hard work done by wonderful volunteers on previous occasions. Condolences Condolences to the friend and family of Joan O’Sullivan Darcy on her recent passing. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam dilis. Table Quiz and Awards Night A huge thank you to everyone for the massive support at our Awards Night and Table Quiz fundraiser for our U14s National Cup trip to Donegal; it was a huge success. Killarney Celtic Awards 2015 Club Person of the Year – Packie O’Connor. Needless to say, this was easily the simplest decision the club have had to make all year. Special Contribution – Angie Kissane’s massive contribution to Child Safety and Player Welfare within the club was deservedly honoured. Senior A Player of the Year, the Aidan Cronin Memorial Trophy, was presented by Aidan’s mother Mary to Gary Keane. Senior B Player of the Year (The Alex Schroeber Memorial Trophy) went to his close friend and talented team-mate Vladimir Sirotiak. Youth Player of the Year (The Jimmy Falvey Memorial Trophy) was presented by Jimmy’s mother Marie to Feargal O’Donoghue. U17 Player of the Year Award went to Conor McCarthy. Kerry U17 Squad Congratulations to Robert Osbourne and Thando Dube on making the Kerry U17 Squad. Club Shop Our range of Celtic gear has been updated and is now available from the club shop on Saturdays from 12 noon to 2.00pm. Contact Mary Lyne 0866485809 or Mags O’Neill on 087 6451913 for enquiries. 40th Anniversary Commemorations Our Club has a big birthday when it turns 40 this year. To help mark the occasion and to preserve our history for future Killarney Celtic generations, we will shortly be compiling a Digital Archive of club photos, news reports, memorabilia etc. That will require current and past members to rummage out whatever you might have in display cases, old biscuit

tins and photo albums. We’ll be publishing more details here and via the press on the project and how you can get us your materials (and get them safely back). Results Denny Premier B: Camp United 3 Killarney Celtic B 7 Smashing stuff as Celtic always kept up the pressure on a talented Camp outfit. U17 League: Killarney Celtic 5 St. Brendans Park B 3 Micheal Devlin nailed a superlative hattrick, with Oran O’Donoghue also on target in a real roller-coaster of a game. U15 Premier: Killarney Celtic 4 St. Brendans Park 0 A sparkling display by Celtic leaves us poised neck and neck with our great sporting rivals. Ryan Kelliher, Patrick Darcy, and Peter O’Sullivan all scored for us, as well as an own goal forced by good team pressure. U15 Div One: Killarney Athletic 0 Killarney Celtic B 2 This was a brilliant display against an unbeaten team, with James Darmody and a Tom McGuire penalty giving us a win and leaving this division wide open. U13 Premier: Killarney Celtic 2 Listowel Celtic 0 William Shine and Daniel Okwute shot Killarney Celtic to the top of the leader-board. U13 Div One: Killarney Celtic B 5 Killorglin B 1 Ruairi Dorrian, Joshua Livingston, Aaron Moloney and Simon Coffey with a brace ensured a convincing win against tough opposition. Congratulations to U13 player Simon Coffey on making the Kerry Schoolboys/ Schoolgirls Team of the Week. Fixtures Denny Premier A: Killarney Celtic away to Camp United, Saturday, 2.30pm Denny Premier B: Killarney Celtic B at home to Classic FC, Sunday, 11.30am Youths League: Killarney Celtic at home to Killarney Athletic, Saturday, 2.30pm U16 Premier: Killarney Celtic away to Listowel Celtic, Saturday, 10.30am U14 National Cup: Killarney Celtic away to Bonagee United (Donegal), Sunday, 11.00am U14 Div One: Killarney Celtic B at home to Listowel B, Saturday, 1.00pm U12 Girls: Killarney Celtic at home to Listowel Celtic, Saturday, 2.00pm U12 Premier: Killarney Celtic at home to Tralee Dynamos, Saturday, 10.30am U12 Div One: Killarney Celtic at home to Mastergeeha, Saturday, 10.30am U12 Div Two: Killarney Celtic at home to LB Rovers, Saturday, 11.45am Lotto Numbers drawn 7, 12, 16, 19. No winner. Next week’s jackpot €2600, draw in the Failte on Monday night. Tickets available from all club officers. Yearly tickets available. Pitch Bookings Contact Mary Lyne 086-6485809 to book our All Weather full size pitch or training area. If anyone has information for the notes contact Jimmy O’Sullivan Darcy 087 9633397 or jimmyosdarcy@gmail.com. Check out www.killarneyceltic.com for Killarney Celtic news, match reports, or photos.

Muckross Rowing Club

SYMPATHY The club extends it sympathies to the Fleming and Jones families on the 29.01.16 Killarney Advertiser

killarney notes death of Mary Gretta Fleming, late of Killorglin. The club also extends its sympathies to the Spillane and Kenny families on the death of Rita Spillane, late of Templenoe. Ar dheis De go raibh a anamacha uasal. COFFEE MORNING On Sunday morning last the club held a coffee morning fundraiser which saw a packed Muckross Community Centre enjoy some outstanding home baking courtesy of the parents of junior members and adult members of the club. Sincere thanks to all in attendance for your support and congratulations to all our raffle prize winners. The proceeds raised on the morning will support vital maintenance and upkeep of the club’s facilities and equipment. Many thanks to all our star bakers for the fantastic spread, rumours are already circulating of a Great Muckross Bake Off! Finally, a special word of thanks to all our prize sponsors for their generosity, namely Muckross Park Hotel and Spa, O’Sullivan Cycles, Muckross House Garden Restaurant and Hegartys Spar. EVENTS On Saturday next, the club will compete in the annual Cork Head Of the River at the Marina in Cork. Coaches will advise members competing of all event details. St. Michael’s Head Of the River is due to take place on Saturday 20th February. The rescheduled Muckross Head Of the River has also been confirmed for Saturday 5th March. TRAINING Training continues for all members midweek at the Muckross Community Centre and weekends from the lake shore, weather permitting. Enquiries to 087 448 2935.

Workmen's Rowing Club

Irish Indoor Rowing Championships The Irish Indoor Rowing Championships took place at the UL Arena last Saturday January 23rd 2016. As predicted, our seventeen athletes who competed returned to Killarney with new personal best records and a tally of six medals. We are immensely proud of our competitors young and ‘not so young’. New to the Indoor Rowing Champs were Ellen Farndon, Ross McCarthy and Amber Pomeranz, each one of whom put in fantastic performances. The immensity of the occasion did not put them off at all. Congratulations to Ellen Farndon J13, who came away with a medal in each hand, a silver for her 4 minute piece and bronze in the 500m sprint. Our super J16 girls rowed their hearts out in very tough competitions, the 2000m and the 500m sprint, with Annie O’Donoghue coming in only 2 seconds outside the gold in the 500m. Congratulation Annie on your well- earned silver and well done to your club-mates Ciara Brown and Ciara Moynihan on your amazing erg times in these races. Best wishes to Leona Brown who unfortunately could not compete on the day, and we hope you get well soon. Staying with our ladies, we enjoyed super races from Lauren McCarthy and Siobhán Burns, who never fail to give their all. They were up against stellar competition in both 2000m and 500m sprints and weren’t a bit fazed by the talent surrounding them, making all of us watching so proud to be cheering on their every stroke. Indeed, Siobhán Burns was only 2 seconds outside the

medals in her 500m sprint. Another lady who added to the medal tally is Pauline O’Brien, who slashed 8 seconds off her personal best while finishing second in the 2000m, and after a long 5 hour wait, came only one second behind gold in the 500m sprint , bagging for herself another, very satisfying, silver medal. The Workmen ‘Men’ did not want to be outdone by the ladies and we congratulate them all, Seán Farndon and Ross McCarthy J15, Ruadhán Mac Curtáin and Jacub Kunicki J16, Mikey O’Donoghue, Tom O’Leary, Dylan Bartlett and Kamil Kunicki J18, who between them rowed in huge races with up to 130 competitors, showing just how to slash personal bests and sweat buckets!! Well done boys…you may have been just outside the medals but you did yourselves and Workmens Rowing Club proud. Last, but by no means least, our very modest Hugh Rudden, who before a blistering 500m sprint, took on the Mens’ 2000m Lightweight Irish Record holder, coming in only seconds behind him and pocketing a bronze medal for his efforts, while cutting five seconds off his own personal best. Congratulations Hugh on a fantastic achievement. Many thanks to Coaches Mikey Joe Burns, Hannah O’Donoghue and Anthony McCarthy, and to all mentors, family and friends who accompanied our rowers on the day. Training Training continues as per your coaches’ texts. The clean-up continues at the clubhouse, and many thanks to all who have swept, scrubbed and washed the lake out of the clubhouse in recent weeks. Upcoming Events For a full list of upcoming rowing events, please visit www.rowingireland.ie Strictly Timmy! Only days left to get your tickets to support Timmy Moynihan on stage in the INEC on February 5th. All proceeds to Irish Cancer Society. Ticket €20 at ‘Who’s For Shoes’ &’ Variety Sounds’. We’,re all looking forward to cheering for you Timmy!!

Killarney RFC

Senior XV: Our seniors continued their Munster Junior League campaign, last Sunday with a short road trip to Ballymalis to take on Killorglin. This Kerry Derby would be a first for both teams - a first derby at Killorglin’s new home ground in Listry. Conditions were favourable for a game of rugby and the home team worked well to deliver a try early on. Full back Paudie Sheahan kept us in the match with penalties. A second try was scored in the second half, allowing the home side win this local derby on a scoreline of 12 points to 9. Paudie Sheahan scored all of our points from the boot. Next up for the lads is a home fixture against Division 2 side Abbeyfeale in the Bank of Ireland Munster Junior Plate. Kick off is at 2pm. Let’s get out and support the lads this Sunday, in the very important match. U14’s: The U14’s are back to winning ways following a trip to North Kerry to take on Listowel RFC last Saturday. A fantastic game of rugby ensued, with the visitors winning on a score of 17-7. Tries came from Liam Randles, Mark Sheehan and Craig McKenzie Vass with a conversion

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Ross McCarthy leading the way in the Workmen's Rowing Club clean-up.

from Cian Murphy. Listowel were physically the bigger team but the work rate from the Killarney boys was evident. Backs and forwards gelled and the defence was exceptional. Every player including the subs played positive, tough rugby on a wet heavy pitch. Thanks to Listowel Rfc for hosting us. Next Saturday, Killarney host Abbeyfeale at home in Aghadoe, at 11am. Minis: Our minis are due to host our round of the West Munster Blitz in the next few weeks. Very unfavourable weather over the past two months has meant that the pitches in Aghadoe remain waterlogged. We have been using the Astroturf pitch at Fossa as well as the gym at St. Brendans for the past few months, however we are chomping at the bit to get to train and play on grass, as soon as possible. Thanks to Fossa Astroturf and St. Brendan’s College for their huge support to date. We will update all parents as to the plan for the next few weeks once confirmed. Any questions, contact Mini Co-Ordinator Liam Murphy on 087-4145662.

Killarney Cougars Basketball Club

Senior News Mens Div 1 Killarney Cougars 57 Imperials 61 Cougars hosted Tralee Imperials at the Pres Gym on Monday and the good attendance and the visitors had to come from 7 points down in the closing minutes to take the points in a very close contest. Womens Div 1 St Marys B 54 Killarney Cougars 40 Cougars travelled understrength to Castleisland on Sunday evening and paid the price as St Marys produced a good home performance to inflict a first defeat of the season on an the League leaders at the Community Centre. Juvenile News U14 Boys Div 1 Killarney Cougars 41 St Annes 35 The Cougars produced a strong first half performance to secure the points in this east kerry derby game before a good attendance at the Pres Gym. U16 Girls Div 1 Killarney Cougars 57 Tralee Imperials 33 The Cougars U16 girls produce another strong team performance to take the points to move Cougars top of Div 1 in this important game at the Pres Gym.

Fixtures Monday February 1st Mens Div I Cup Q/f Cougars v Kcyms in Pres Gym 7 pm Tuesday February 2nd Womens Div II Killarney Cougars v Gneeveguilla Pres Gym 8 pm Friday 29th January Academy Boys Cougars v Bobcats Parish Hall 6 pm Cougars Juvenile Academy Parish Hall. On Friday evenings Girls 5 pm Boys 6 pm. Further details on training schedules, fixtures and results log onto the website www.killarneycougars.com or facebook.

Killarney Valley AC

Registration for Killarney Valley AC for 2016 is now closed. Turnout was high for the first of the walk/run/jog evenings on Monday – we continue again this Monday from the Sem Gym at 7pm – over 16s only, bring a high viz vest and €2 and sign in – nobody to go with? No worries there are plenty of people here to keep you company and nobody gets left behind! There has been great attendance at the indoor training nights. We are always looking for people to help to train our young athletes and now more than ever as our numbers have grown. Our volunteer coaches give up a lot of free time to coach the athletes but there is no such thing as too much help – if you are interested in being a volunteer coach then please contact the club on 087-2499566. For upcoming fixtures please see http:// www.munsterathletics.com/fixtures/ fixtures.htm and http://www.athleticsireland.ie/juvenile/fixtures/ or check our facebook page www.facebook.com/ KillarneyValleyAC If you haven’t yet got your club singlet please contact Brid on 087-2650720 to arrange to purchase one - singlets are €25 each. Killarney Valley AC now have club hats for sale at €10 each. Our new Half Zip Club Jackets are now in – contact Brid if you would like to buy one. If you have any news you would like to include in the notes please text Maighread on 086-8588988 and please like our Facebook Page www.facebook.com/ KillarneyValleyAC to get our news and updates.

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Tributes paid as Kerry’s top garda retires THE county’s highest-ranking garda, Chief Garda Superintendent Pat Sullivan, called time on his career after 41 years. Chief Supt Sullivan was promoted to the role of Kerry’s top garda in May 2010. Originally from Glengarriff, Co Cork, he has been a member of An Garda Siochána since 1975. He previously worked along the border in Northern Ireland and in Limerick, but spent most of his career in Kerry. Over 500 people attended a coffee morning in Ballygarry House Hotel in his honour last Friday. The event doubled as a fundraiser for the Kerry Hospice Foundation, a charity close to the hearts of Pat and his wife Maura.

Chief Supt Pat Sullivan, , seated, centre; front, Jim O'Connor-Supt, John Courtney- Ret Chief Supt, Willie Keane -ret Asst Comm, John O'Mahony- Asst Comm, Pat Sullivan-Ret Chief Supt, Donal O'Chulain-Deputy Comm, Derek Byrne - Asst Comm, Fintan Fanning- Asst Comm, and Tom Hayes - Chief Supt. Middle Row. Pat Lehane-Supt, Tom Conway-ret Chief Supt, Michael Sullivan-Chief Supt, Pat Diskin- Chief Supt, Tom Curley-Chief Supt, Tom Myres-Supt, Michael Comyns-Supt, Jim Ryan-D/Supt, and Ger Dillane-Chief Supt. Back row left Michael Maher-ret Supt, Pat McCarthy ret Supt, Sean Glynn-Supt, James Sheridan-Ret Chief Supt, Colm O'Sullivan-Supt, Dan Keane-Supt, Sean Healy-D/Supt, Derek Smart-Supt, Barry McPolin - Chief Supt, and Fearghal Pathell-Supt. Picture: John Cleary

Snooker champions are right on cue in Killarney

John and Margaret Curtin at the Newstalk broadcast of Lunchtime at The Gleneagle Hotel. Teams and officials taking part in the 26th All-Ireland Club Snooker Championship pose for an official photograph moments before the competition started on Friday morning in The Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney. 25 teams from North and South will play round-robin games over the weekend with the final on Sunday night. Included in the photograph are Connie O'Sullivan, Committee Chairman and Andrew Spillane, The Gleneagle Group, main sponsor. picture: Don MacMonagle

KILLARNEY was the official snooker capital of Ireland at the weekend as teams and officials taking part in the 26th All-Ireland Club Snooker Championship converged on the town. The action unfolded in The Gleneagle Hotel from Friday morning with 25

teams from North and South playing round-robin games over the weekend with the final on Sunday night. The event was organised by a committee led by chairperson Connie O’Sullivan with The Gleneagle Group as main sponsor. Tom Doherty, Moss Harmon and Jim Doherty at the Newstalk broadcast of Lunchtime at The Gleneagle Hotel.

Joan McKenna, Callinafercy, Milltown, centre, who celebrated her 50th birthday at Killorglin Golf Club, pictured with her six sisters, Eileen, Kathleen, Sheila, Noreen, Breda and Maureen. Dr Patricia Mangan and Nuala Kiely at the Newstalk broadcast of Lunchtime at The Gleneagle Hotely. 29.01.16 Killarney Advertiser

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This photograph was taken in the early 1930s from the end of Hilliards Lane. Visible across the street in High Street is TT O'Connor's and Courtney's.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

‘Homecare would alleviate hospital overcrowding crisis’ THE lack of homecare that is available to the elderly and most vulnerable people in Kerry is disgraceful and scandalous. The hospital overcrowding situation has reached crisis point and I believe that home help services are the best and most effective means of reducing the pressure on hospitals, preventing injuries among the elderly and allowing people to live independently in their communities. The hospital overcrowding crisis and the cancellation of surgeries is a scandalous situation which I believe is compounded by the lack of resources and funding for home help services which is another shameful indictment of the Government. I’m sad to say that I know of far too many distressed and desperate elderly people who feel they have been abandoned by the Government when they need its support most.

Deputy Tom Fleming.

They include a 79-year-old infirm gentleman in Killarney who has suffered two strokes, is recovering from an operation to treat cancer and is living alone with just distant relatives to care for him. He has been granted just 45 minutes per week of homecare which is truly harrowing and unjustifiable. Frankly, it’s an insult. In 2015 the number of public patients waiting nine months or more for surgery increased by 5,600 following the cancellation of thousands of op-

erations due to overcrowding in emergency departments. The Government is constantly having to put a plaster on the wound that is the overcrowding crisis in hospitals without trying to find and reduce the cause of the blood-flow. I firmly believe that the situation is the cumulative impact of increased workloads and reduced resources on the quality of care and support that individual patients depend on. There is a serious and life-threatening lack of services and support in communities such as those in Kerry for people with disabilities and those enduring mental health and chronic conditions. These are among the youngest, oldest, and most at risk in society. Tom Fleming, Independent Kerry TD, Constituency Office, 62 New Street, Killarney

New legal aid scheme for troubled borrowers welcomed ON BEHALF of legal rights group FLAC (Free Legal Advice Centres) we welcome the announcement by Minister for Justice & Equality Frances Fitzgerald TD of the launch of a new legal support scheme for those in mortgage debt. The proposed scheme, to be administered through the Money Advice & Budgeting Service and with the involvement of the Legal Aid Board, is in line with recommendations made by FLAC over the last few years. Until now, there has been a dreadful failure of access to justice for poor people at risk of losing their homes. This is one of the most significant legal events in any person’s life and they should not be left to handle this on their own against powerful, well-resourced lenders. Some people have been able to get support from advocacy groups but what is needed is a systematic, state organised system that is available to people all around the country. If the details fulfil the promise of the announcement, this scheme, administered through the state-funded MABS and using the expertise of the Legal Aid Board, may fill what has been a scandalous gap. Minister Fitzgerald had said that the scheme builds on and complements measures already in place as promised by Government in May 2015. Noeline Blackwell, FLAC Director General, Via email

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Kerry meet Dublin under lights in Croke Park Sports editor Eamonn Fitzgerald previews Kerry’s Allianz NFL campaign and reports on the week in sport

settled for a bogey or a seven would garner a point, with a shot.

SEXTON CONCUSSED

Comhgáirdeas to St Mary's and to Templenoe who are through to their respective All-Ireland club finals.

Sexton was concussed once again and was stretchered off after only 10 minutes in the Leinster v Wasps. Concussion is a very serious injury unless treated by an expert and taken off for professional assistance. It is especially dangerous for Sexton because of his history. At long last the personnel in charge of the teams, the jockeys, the soccer players and the GAA and all physically contact sports are being educated on the potential seriousness of this injury. Hope we will never again hear of a player going down injured and a mentor going in to the scene of the injury moving the injured person and helping her, or him, adding, " Come on you are fine out, get up we need you badly, we're just a goal behind and you are the best to engineer a penalty for the love of the parish “

Neither side has been announced as we go to press, but we can expect experimental sides. In Tipp town on Sunday last Kerry used just six of those who started in the 2015 All-Ireland SFC. I expect Eamonn Fitzmaurice to beef up the team from the last outing for the

NEARLY AN ALBATROSS FOR ROY

WILLIE AND RUBY

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against Gneeveguilla at home in the Division 2 Final. Final score: Rathmore 3-8 Gneeveguilla 1-5. East Kerry Board Chairman Tim Ryan and Margaret Doyle of Acorn Holistics and Sports Centre Killarney, presented the Pa Doyle Cup to Rathmore captain TJ Friel. East Kerry Board Annual Convention The Annual Convention of the East Kerry Board was held in the Killarney Heights Hotel last Thursday. Mass for deceased members was celebrated by Fr Paddy O’Donoghue, prior to the meeting. Since a number of Officers had fulfilled their 5 year terms there were four new Officers elected. These were: Treasurer, Pat O’ Brien, St Pats Hurling replacing Pat Delaney, St Pats Hurling; Pat Delaney, Assistant Treasurer, St Pats replacing Pa Doyle, Legion; Scór Officer Amy Reidy, Cordal replacing Mary Philpott, Currow; Hurling Officer Garry O’Halloran, Kilcummin. A special thanks was extended to the outgoing officers who gave such great and dedicated service for their 5 year term. Best Wishes Scór na nÓg All Ireland Finals. Best wishes to Spa Seit dancers and Quiz team in the All Ireland Scór na nÓg Finals in the INEC on Sunday. Kilcummin CLG AGM Kilcummin AGM was held on Sunday evening. Eugene McSweeney takes over as Chairman from Willie Fleming who after three years of a demanding yet successful role now assumes the position of children’s officer. Secretary’s position yet to be filled. Michael O Riordan remains on as PRO Martin Horgan is ratified as senior Manager while tributes were paid to Seanie O’Leary who was in charge for the last three years. Referees Course An in service course for East Kerry referees is being help in Fossa CLG on the 2nd February, starting at 7.30pm.

KERRY and Dublin will open their Allianz NFL campaigns under lights in Croke Park tomorrow night. The respective managers will be wanting to have the bragging rights and the valuable league points, to ease the effects of possible lost points down the line and will be tapering their selections and training accordingly. We can assess the possibilities from strong lineouts but the available opportunities to blood new players for the real tests in the All-Ireland series will be central to the bosses' plans. Both sides will need two to three new players to take the places of retirees, those returning from the Santry Clinic and other centres of rehabilitation.

ON TRIAL

Lotto The January lotto will be held in the Riverside Inn Currans on Sunday next January 31st for a jackpot of €3,800-00. Tickets can be had from all players, officers or any of the businesses in the parish. In the coming year a big push will have to be made with lotto ticket sales as the club is carrying a debt. We would encourage any person in a position to sell some tickets to do so as every Euro will be greatly appreciated. Team Training The senior team had their first training session of the new season on Saturday last under the management of Seán Walsh. We wish Seán, his selectors and the team the best of luck in the new football season. Meeting At the continuation of the A.G.M. Friday night last in which a large crowd attended, the treasurer’s report was considered proposed and seconded. John Lyons of Cragg was appointed P.R.O. and Paddy O’Sullivan took up the position of E.K.B. delegate. New Officers The club would like wish all the new officers the best of luck in their new positions in the coming year. Currow Coiste Na nÓg The registration night for the coming season will take place on Saturday February 6th in Currow Community Centre at 8pm. Cost of membership is €40 for one child, €80 for 2 children and €100 for family. A copy of the birth cert for first time members will be required. Medals will be presented on the night and refreshments will be served. East Kerry Under 21 Championship – Division 2 Final Medals will be presented on the night and refreshments will be served.

East Kerry

The East Kerry Under 21 Championship of 2015 was wrapped up last Sunday when Rathmore proved the stronger

much-awaited clash. With all due respects to other teams the Kerry v Dublin and v Cork football games are the real attractions in any grade. Tomorrow will present opportunities to provide some game time for people such as Marc Griffin, Podge O’Connor, Philip O’Connor, Kelly and Kealy, Conor Keane, and the two PCD duo of Ó Beaglaíoch and Ó Súilleabháin, well known to Eamonn Fitzmaurice, They are holders of two Hogan Cup holders. Didn't he teach them in the Dingle football nursery.

CONGRATS

Nearly albatross for Rory McIlroy in the Asian Championships last week. At the 18th he drove his tee shot all of 299 yards and only used a five-wood perfect second landing his mighty effort shot a mere inches from the pin. I would have

There is no stopping the Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh combinations. Un de Sceaux are in once and Cheltenham is not that far away.

Fossa

Lotto: 24th January 2016 Numbers drawn were 3, 11, 13, 28. Next weeks jackpot will be €5,100. Tickets are on sale at The Golden Nugget Bar, The Castlerosse Leisure Centre, The Travel Inn, The Old Killarney Inn, Foley’s Spar Shop, The Laurels Bar and Committee members. Congratulations: Congrats to David Clifford who played an instrumental part in St Brendans win over Pobalscoil Corca Dhuibhne in the Corn Uí Mhuirí quarter final last week. David scored an all important first half goal for the Sem in this great win and they will now play St Flannan’s, Ennis in the semi-final on February 6th. Membership: Club Membership is now due and the rates for 2016 are as follows, Family membership, which includes both parents and all their children up to minor age, stays at €60, adult remains at €30, while youth/ student is €15. Anyone who wishes to pay can contact Registrar, Gene Moriarty or any club officer. Scór na bPáiste: Scór na bPáiste will be held some time in March, children from 5th and 6th classes living in Fossa parish who are interested in taking part should contact Scór Officer Theresa Kissane 087 681 6169 immediately. Wedding Anniversary: Eileen and Seamus Weldon celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary last weekend with family and friends in The Brehon Hotel. They have both been sterling servants of Fossa GAA Club over many years, Seamus on the coaching front and Eileen through her phenomenal Lotto sales. We would like to congratulate them on reaching such a fantastic milestone and we wish them every health and happiness for the future. Astroturf All Weather Pitch: all weather pitch at Fossa National School. Opening hrs. Monday/Friday 4pm/10pm,

KERRY HURLERS

No joy for Kerry hurlers at Fitzgerald Stadium on Saturday last where they failed to match Waterford 10 points to three. Ciarán Carey has a mountain to climb to keep the Kerry hurlers able to compete at this highest level. Carey will be really up against it he needs to be in the position to win any match against the top counties, otherwise they will go straight down. We wish this great Limerick player the best of luck.

KILLARNEY CELTIC PREPARE FOR AN IRISH INTERNATIONAL GAME

Recently, I was speaking to Padraig Hartnett, national PRO, FAI. The ever-obliging media man in print and on radio told us about the forthcoming Under-18 InspireSport International shield to be staged in the magnificent Celtic Park on Thursday, April 14. More about that in the months ahead and we will be following the fortunes of the Kerry Under 17 teams on the SSSE League of Ireland.

JOHN CORCORAN RIP

Sorry to hear of the death of John Corcoran. The jolly Corkman made a huge contribution to the GAA at club, division board, county board levels and with Billy Morgan at UCC. Go gcúitítear do shaothar leat, Sheáin.

Saturday/Sunday 10am/10pm. All types of sport are played on this floodlit pitch. Now taking bookings for birthday parties. Contact Ger O’Connor 083 4228977 or email fossaweatherpitch@gmail.com Fossa Notes: If anybody has any item they would like included in the notes, please email information to John O’Neill at pro.fossa.kerry@gaa. ie. Please forward information before Sunday at 11am.

Mid Kerry

Minor championship Final Replay Milltown/Castlemaine 2-11 Laune Rangers 0-07 It was Laune Rangers that got off the mark within the 1st minute with 2 points this was their last point for 18 minutes which sums up their day (Manus Gallagher & John Francis O’Grady), Milltown/Castlemaine taking 11 minutes to put a score on the board securing 1-03 unanswered. Perhaps the score line doesn’t reflect Laune Rangers plight which they battle on till the end whistle but on the day it was Milltown/ Castlemaines day and deserved the win. Michael Sayers Mid Kerry Board Chairman presented Milltown/ Castlemaines Captain David Roche with the Derry O’Sullivan Memorial Shield while Morgan O’Sullivan Mid Kerry Boards Treasurer presented the Man of the Match award. U21 Championship 1st round Keel/Listry play Glenbeigh/ Glencar/Cromane in Keel & 1st Semi Final Milltown/Castlemaine home to Beaufort both games Sun next 31st at 2pm with extra time playable. Mid Kerry Board AGM will be held on Thursday next 28th at 7.30pm in Beaufort GAA Club House. Kerry Coaching and Games are running a county wide An Award Two Child Coaching Course starting on Wed February 3rd in John Mitchells Complex. Please note only people who

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on the ball have successfully completed an award one course in any strand are eligible to do this course, there is strict limit of only one coach from each club at a cost of €50 please contact GDA to register ASAP.

Milltown Castlemaine

MID KERRY MINOR CHAMPIONS 2015 After a marathon campaign, our minor team had a fantastic win over Laune Rangers on a wet and windy day last Sunday in Beaufort GAA Grounds. Well done to our chairman Podge Leane and to Damian, Jim, John, Pat and the entire panel of players. You all played your part in this momentous victory. Congratulations to David Roche, who was the team captain and who also received the Man of the Match Trophy. A special míle buíochas to Beaufort GAA Club for the use of their facilities and of course to the referee Cathal Ó Dúbha and his officials. Finally to Laune Rangers who put in a gallant performance, particularly against a strong breeze in the second half. You win some - you lose some…. Today was Milltown Castlemaine’s day! Reconvened AGM: will be held in the GAA Clubrooms on this Friday January 29th at 7.30pm. Please come along to our AGM – 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 voluntarism within the club- perhaps YOU are the person to join us and help Milltown Castlemaine GAA Club develop to its full potential. Looking forward to seeing you there! U21 COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP: Keel/Listry play Glenbeigh/Glencar/ Cromane in Keel at 2pm on Sunday January 31st. The first semi- final between Milltown Castlemaine and Beaufort goes ahead also next Sunday January 31st in Milltown Castlemaine GAA Grounds at 2pm. (Extra time in both games if necessary) YOUTH COACHING: The Kerry County Coaching group are holding an AWARD LEVEL YOUTH COACHING course for Mid Kerry Clubs/Coaches which commenced on Tuesday January 26th at 7pm in Milltown/Castlemaine GAA Clubrooms. This course will run on Tuesdays at 7- for approximately 4-5 weeks. The content of this course will be aimed at people who are currently involved and prospective coaches who may be interested in coaching, in future years, at U14/16/Minor levels. This course will undoubtedly enhance all future coaching sessions for our up and coming footballers. Please contact Martin Horgan or any of our club executive to book your place on the course. LOTTO: Next Lotto draw for €5,800 is on Friday January 29th in The Plough Bar, Milltown. Special thanks to our sponsors and also to our many loyal supporters and ticket sellers. Jackpot is building nicely so head out and purchase that lucky ticket! CAO: Visit cao.ie. Don’t forget to register! After February 1st, the on line fee will increase to €50. So register before then for the reduced fee of €40.

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FUN FOOTBALL: FUN FOOTBALL continues in the new community hall on Monday nights. During these sessions, children will be learning FUNdamental movement patterns that are needed for them to lead active lives in their teenage and adult years. A startling report recently released by the WHO remarked about the level of inactivity among children in Ireland, how sedentary children are becoming and how Ireland’s children are going to be the most obese in Europe by 2030. Drop out from sport is huge in the teenage years due to being “bad” at sport. If children realise that they are really good at some sports or at a particular aspect of a sport then they can go ahead and pursue that- be it Basketball Athletics, Martial Arts, Gymnastics, swimming…The list is endless and it is important to remember that all sports will complement each other. Gum shields are necessary and €2 per child to help cover the cost of the hall rental. Further details available from the mentors or on our Face-Book Page.

Dr Crokes

Progressive 31 Progressive 31 will continue every Wednesday night. Time 7.45pm. Everyone welcome. Bring €5 and a partner. Results from Wednesday January 20th 1st Mary Leacy/ Michael Fitzgerald, 2nd Mike Dwyer/ Tim O’Meara [play off winners from Denis Geaney/ Paddy O‘Donoghue] Spot Prizes - Maura Fitzgerald + Christine Carroll and John Keogh + Donie Whitty O ‘ Sullivan Raffle Mike Dwyer,Maura Fitzgerald and Paul Sheehan. Scór na Páiste Calling all Primary school children interested in taking part in Scór na Páiste competitions Instrumental music ,Ballad group, Set and Figure dancing, solo singing, Quiz and Novelty act. Please contact Teresa 086-3487671. Speedy Recovery We wish Eleanor Joyce a speedy recovery who recently had surgery. Lotto Numbers 1, 3, 8, 10. Jackpot €6300 not won. Next draw Sunday 31st of January in Jack C’s. Jackpot €6600. AGM 2016: Our AGM took place on Tuesday last, 19th January 2016. Proceedings got underway shortly after 7:30pm to a large attendance of members. Secretary, Matt O’Neill then read the AGM 2015 Minutes which were accepted. In his report, Matt recalled the successful year that was 2015. All three senior football teams brought home silverware. Our senior hurlers represented Kerry in the Munster Championships. Our ladies structure continues to grow and win silverware. The under-age goes from strength to strength to ensure that we have a treadmill of talent flowing through to our senior panels. Scór gets more vibrant with each year and finds more outlets to display the Club’s talents in music, song and dance. We continue to improve our amenities and the seating in our stand and painting of our Clubhouse presents a tremendous first impact for visitors. We continue to find new avenues for Club activity and this year we had Strictly Come Dancing, Tops of the Town and Fr Paddy’s card night. We also remembered our members who died during the year, especially our late Patron, Murt O’Shea. Matt finished by thanking all Officers for their support and assistance during his time in the role. In his address,

The Killarney Cougars U16 Girls winning captains Anna O'Reilly and Kate Maher with the cup at the Kerry Cup Finals at the Pres Gym Killarney.

Chairperson Denis Coleman, raised the importance of remembering the members of our club who played their own part in Irish History as we celebrate the centenary of the 1916 Rising. Also, this year, Dr. Crokes GAA Club celebrates 130 year of promoting Gaelic games and culture in the Killarney area and beyond. He acknowledge the great year we’ve had and paid special tribute to those who gave their time and energy, both on and off the field. He noted some personal highlights including the Scór groups, the U14 Footballers winning the County Féile, the senior hurlers trip to Limerick representing Dr. Crokes and Kerry in the Munster Club Hurling Championship and Fr. Paddy’s cards night in the clubhouse which has gone from strength to strength. He finished with a challenge for the members, simply to make a positive contribution to the club in the coming year, to play their part, no matter the size. ELECTION OF OFFICERS: Following the passing of Murt O’Shea RIP, Donie Sheahan was elected Club Patron. The following is the list of officers elected for 2016; President: John Moynihan; Vice-Presidents: Dan Kelliher, Patrick O’Sullivan, Fr. Tom Looney, Niall Keogh, Eddie O’Sullivan, Liam Murphy, Paddy O’Shea, Fr. Paddy O’Donoghue, Jackie Looney, Fergus Moroney and P.J. O’Brien; Chairperson: Denis Coleman; Vice-Chairperson: Tommy Brosnan; Secretary: Paul Downey; Assistant Secretary: Gerard Sugrue; Treasurers: Ed Stack; Finance Officer: Frank Shaw; PRO: Aoife Cronin; Development Officer: Der Brosnan; Registrar: Frances O’Sullivan; Cultural Officer: Teresa Hickey; Children’s Officer (appointed): Colm Ó Súilleabháin; I.T. Officer Michael O’Keeffe; Co. Board Delegates: John Keogh & Niall Keogh; EK Board Delegates: Donie O’Leary & P.J. O’Brien

Firies/Ballyhar

Coiste na nÒg AGM Our AGM took place on Monday 11th January in Pairc Eamon, Farranfore. Our coaches and mentors were all in attendance to review our ever-growing

and vibrant Coiste na nÒg. A special presentation was made to our outgoing secretaries, through retirement. Lil and Frank O’Mahony have served a phenomenal 27 years. Firies Club chairperson, Bridie Breen and Coiste na nÒg chairperson, Eugene Cosgrave presented Lil and Frank with a token of appreciation for the fantastic and diligent service over the years to the Firies/Ballyhar GAA club. Eugene Cosgrave thanked the coaches, mentors and volunteers for their tireless dedication to the club over the last twelve months. Through their enthusiasm, our U-12, U-13, U-14 and U-15 represented themselves very positively in their respective competitions displaying great skill and dedication to both the club and the game. Our U-16 squad proved very successful during the year, remaining unbeaten and dominated both the county and East Kerry League and Championship. This was further highlighted by the presence of Firies/ Ballyhar players who won a U-16 County Championship with the East Kerry U-16 district board side. Our effervescent academy (U-6, U-8 and U-10) has seen a dramatic increase in numbers this year, harnessing and developing the key skills of Gaelic football though unique delivery modes. Great effort has been focused on gamesmanship and teamwork; qualities will make our players great club ambassador’s now and in the future, a testament to our incredible coaches and mentors. Registration for GAA Coiste na nÓg Boys: U-12 (born 2004 and 2005), U-14 (born 2003 and 2002) and U-16 (born 2001 and 2000) players will take place between 7:00pm to 8:00pm on Friday, February 5th and Friday, 12th February. Completed Registration forms are compulsory and payment of membership fees must be made on the night. Membership involves written consent and contact information by both the player and their parents/guardians. It is obligatory that membership must be completed prior to training/playing. Please note that a parent/guardian must be in attendance on the night. We look

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forward to seeing you all ahead of our busy season. Club Fund-raiser: The GAA is running a national draw which is being used as a Club Fund-raiser for our new proposed facility in Firies village, essential for future development, Further details are available at www.gaa.ie, which boasts an impressive array of prizes. Please support if you can! Finally, with the new season fast approaching, we are always looking for volunteers. If you have some spare time and would like to assist, be it coaching, administrative or something to develop our club, please contact Eugene Cosgrave at 086-2950021.

Kilcummin

ICA The monthly meeting of the guild will be held on Wednesday 3rd February at 8pm in the Rural Development Office. COMHALTAS SULT NA NÓG Closing date for Sult na nÓg competitions is 4th February. Please have all entries in to the branch Secretary by then. A meeting to discuss Set Dancing motions and Fleadh rule changes has been set by the County Board for Sunday 31st January at 3pm in the Gleneagle. All interested members are invited to attend. MEETING Next meeting of the Looking Good group will be held on Mon. 1st. Feb. at 8.30pm. All welcome. KILCUMMIN GAA AGM On Sunday last a sizable gathering attended our AGM and paid tribute to outgoing Chairman Willie Fleming and Secretary Frances Moriarty for their work over the last three years. Willie is to continue on as children’s officer for the coming year giving him little time to rest after three extremely busy and taxing years. Eugene McSweeney of Mastergeeha takes over as chairman of 2016 and is looking forward to the challenge. Over the years Eugene has filled a number of positions including PRO, Vice Chairman, selector and also trained the senior team in the senior team in the 80’s, so he is well equipped to deal with the demands associated with the position. Martin Horgan was ratified as senior trainer for the coming year and heartfelt tributes were paid to Seanie O’Leary on his commitment, loyalty and achievements during his three years at the helm. GAA AWARDS Is scheduled for February 20th at the Klub. “PINK NIGHT” The clubs yearly fund raiser which was postponed on January 9th and organised by the Ladies committee will now go ahead on February 27th. In aid of the Cork/Kerry Cancer Link bus. There will be live music, dancing and spot prizes. Keep it in mind for that date and get in the pink. KILCUMMIN RAMBLING HOUSE The next Rambling House will take place at 8.30pm on Friday 29th January instead of 1st Friday in February. All proceeds on the night will be donated to the Recovery Haven. KILCUMMIN LOOKING GOOD Kilcummin Looking Good will be presenting two performances of “The Mountainy Puck” by The Spike Players (Knocknagoshel) in Kilcummin GAA Hall on the 12th and 13th February at 8.30pm. Details to follow. KILCUMMIN GAA GOLF SOCIETY AGM On Thursday 28th January at 8.30pm. at the GAA Klub. All welcome.

Mastergeeha FC

U13 Mastergeeha 5 Killarney Athletic 0 In a good team performance the boys got the three points at home on Saturday. Cian Foley with a hat trick, Sean O’Leary and Barry Lenihan were the scorers. U15 Ballyhar 2 Mastergeeha 2 In this game played in awful weather conditions the boys had to battle hard for a point. However the home side equalised with 15 minutes remaining. GIRLS Mastergeeha 4 Iveragh 2 In this entertaining game the girls were the better side claiming all three points. Anna Hannigan with a hat-trick and Martha Fitzgerald were the scorers with Beibhin Brosnan excellent in this good win. U18 Mastergeeha 3 Castleisland 1 In this tough battle the boys took the lead just before the break with Sean O’Leary crossed for James Nagle. In the second half the visitors equalised but Mastergeeha finished the stronger with Sean O’Leary scoring and Gearoid Kerins converting from the penalty spot. DIV 1A Mastergeeha 1 Athletico Ardfert 2 In this tough encounter the seniors were unlucky not to a least get a draw. MASTERGEEHA FC LOTTO There was no winner on Friday 22nd January 2016. Numbers drawn were 9,10,11,18. Jackpot now €4,200.

Legion

THE SEM MARCH ON St Brendan’s College put an emphatic end to Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne’s stranglehold in Munster with a classy performance in the Corn Uí Mhuirí quarter final last Wednesday in Killarney. Played in Dr Crokes’ pitch in gloomy conditions, the reigning All-Ireland champions were hoping for a victory which would bring them a step closer to an unprecedented fifth Munster title in a row. The Sem, however, started well and never looked back, romping home 1-14 to 0-4 winners. Congratulations to Legion men Cian Gammell (corner back) and Peter McCarthy (wing forward) who contributed ably to what was an impressive all-round display, and also to Finbarr Murphy and Mike Pierce who were amongst the substitutes. Next up for St Brendan’s is a semi-final against St Flannan’s of Clare on February 6th. St Francis College (Rochestown) play HS Clonmel in the other semi. Best of luck to Cian, Peter, Finbarr, Mike and the whole panel as they prepare for their next outing. SENIORS BACK IN ACTION The seniors are officially back in training this week under the guidance of new bainisteoir Kieran Cronin and his backroom team. The group reconvened last weekend and with the East Kerry League just around the corner, everyone involved is looking forward to getting back into the swing of things. Meanwhile fixtures for Division 1 of the County League have been released and Legion open their campaign with a home game against Dingle on the weekend of March 20th. Over the course of what promises to be an unusually busy June and July in terms of league action, upwards of six games will be played including a visit to our neighbours in Lewis Road on June 11/12th. Kenmare are our opponents on the final day of the league season

in a game scheduled to take place in September. The fixtures in full (some games may be played on Saturday): 20/3: Dingle (h) 27/3: Kerins O’Rahillys (a) 10/4: Kilcummin (a) 5/6: Austin Stacks (h) 12/6: Dr Crokes (a) 19/6: Castleisland Desmonds (h) 2/7: John Mitchels (a) 17/7: Milltown/Castlemaine (a) 24/7: Templenoe (h) 14/8: Glenbeigh/Glencar (a) 4/9 or 25/9: Kenmare (h).

Glenflesk

AGM: The AGM of Glenflesk GAA club will take place on Thursday February 4th at 8pm in the St. Agatha’s Hall in Glenflesk. SENIOR COUNTY LEAGUE: The Glenflesk senior team will open their Division 2 county league campaign with a home fixture against Listowel Emmets on the weekend of March 20th, and the following weekend (March 27) they have another home game against Finuge. See Facebook for full list of fixtures. GAA NATIONAL DRAW: Tickets for the GAA’s annual national draw are currently on sale from club members at €10 each. There are fantastic prizes on offer when the draw takes place on March 11th including an Opel Corsa car, trips with the 2016 Allstars and All-Ireland final packages. The proceeds of all tickets sold are retained by the club. Your support is greatly appreciated. SYMPATHY: Sympathy is extended to the family of Margaret Spillane (Headford) who passed away recently. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. CONTACT: We welcome items of local interest. Please contact PRO Donal on 087 668 7926 or pro.glenflesk.kerry@ gaa.ie. Community Games 1. Entry Deadline for Events. If interested in participating in the following Community Games events, please contact Helena on 087-2468396 before 1st February 2016. Individual Events Cycling - Under 12, over 10 Cycling - Under 14, over 12 Duathlon - Under 15, over 13 Gymnastics - Under 9, over 7 Gymnastics - Under 11, over 9 Gymnastics - Under 13, over 11 Gymnastics - Under 15, over 13 Judo - Under 16 Model Making - Under 10,12,14,16 Swimming - Under 8,10,12,14,16 Mixed Team Events Chess - Under 13, over 8 Chess - Under 16 Gaelic Football - Under 10, over 7 Tag Rugby - Under 11, over 8 Tag Rugby - Under 14, over 11 Boys Team Events Futsal - Under 13, over 10 Futsal - Under 15, over 12 Hurling - Under 11, over 8 Soccer Outdoor - Under 12, over 8 Spikeball - Under 14, over 11 Swimming - Under 8,10,12,14,16 Girls Team Events Futsal - Under 13, over 10 Futsal - Under 15, over 12 Gaelic Football - Under 14, over 11 Spikeball - Under 14, over 11 Swimming - Under 8,10,12,14,16 2. Art / Handwriting / Quiz Competitions. The Art / Handwriting / Quiz competitions will take place on Saturday 6th February 2016 at St. Agatha’s Hall as follows:

10.30am - Handwriting U10 & U12. 11.00am - Art U8, U10, U12, U14 and U16. 1.00pm - Quiz – U14. 3. Project Deadline This is a team event for U11, U13 and U16. Each team can consist of a maximum of 4 and a minimum of 2, all boys /all girls or mixed. All project entries have to be submitted to Helena Buckley by 14th March. Project titles are: U11 - The cause of obesity in young people is due to the difference in prices of healthy and unhealthy food. U13 - Ireland - an Island of Inclusion U16 - What does it mean to be Irish and how has this changed over the last century? Further details are available on our Facebook page. Please note that competitors for all competitions must be resident in the parish of Glenflesk. 4. Lotto Draw We are running a ‘bonus ball’ lotto draw for 26 weeks beginning on Saturday 5th March 2016 and ending on Saturday 27th August 2016. €50 entry (less than €2 per week). If your number is the bonus ball number drawn in the Saturday night National Lottery draw you win €40. If you are interested in supporting this please text your name and number or phone Leonard Moran on 087-2310793. Thanks to all who supported our previous draw. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Listry

Photography class Listry Community Council conjunction with Kerry Education Training Board intend running a Photography class beginning in Listry Community Centre on Thursday evening February 11th @ 7.30pm. There is a few vacancies in this class presently, anyone interested in joining the class should contact Patricia on 089 4540453 or Listry community council on 086 7944494 immediately please. Listry Weekly Lotto Results: Sunday 24th January, 2016 Winning Numbers 9, 19, 24, 25 Jackpot €9,100 Not Won Jackpot next week Sunday 31st January €9,200 2016 Senior Football League Div 2 Fixtures Round 1 - Sunday March 20th Listry v Waterville Round 2 - Sunday March 27 St Marys v Listry Round 3 - Sunday April 10 Listry v Finuge Round 4 - Sunday June 5 Glenflesk v Listry Round 5 - Sunday June 12 Listry v Spa or Mitchels Round 6 - Sunday June 19 An Ghaeltacht v Listry Round 7 - Saturday July 2 Rathmore v Listry Round 8 - Sunday July 17 Listry v Listowel Emmets Round 9 - Sunday July 24 St Michaels/Foilmore v Listry Round 10 - Sunday August 14 Laune Rangers v Listry Round 11 - Sunday September 4 or Sunday 25 Listry v Beaufort.

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