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BACK TO THE FUTURE: The Killarney Advertiser’s artist impression of what a multi-storey car parking facility would look like on Lewis Road, first published by this publication in December 2017.

10 years after Kerry County Council was offered Áras Phádraig by the Franciscan Order it seems there some light at the end of the tunnel - as there’s plans to approve an architect to the site. | By Sean Moriarty The popular local community centre has been idle since May 2009 when the Franciscan Community attempted to transfer ownership of the facility to the town council; however this ran into trouble as the authority is not a charity. It took until 2017 before the legal hitch could be overcome with the site now derelict and in need of considerable investment. However, this could be about to change at the next meeting of Kerry County Council which takes place in Tralee on Monday. One of the motions before the council is: The “appointment of an Architect Led Design team for the Áras Phádraig site

Architect to be appointed to Áras Phádraig site – at last! and adjoining car park”. Built in 1960 the Áras Pádraig had previously been a busy social centre used by the local community, arts and sporting groups for concerts, plays, classes and other events. In 2017, our team here at the Killarney Advertiser designed an artist’s impression for this site and we got a very positive response. In January, a feasibility study and business plan for the site in Killarney was completed following an extensive consultation and review process undertaken by the Killarney Municipal District of Kerry County Council. The report, completed by Exodea Consulting, recommends the development of a new integrated multi-purpose facility on the existing Lewis Road site. The core components of a new multi-use

facility which would replace the existing facility would include: a contemporary arts and theatre space with rehearsal, exhibition and gallery facilities, meeting rooms to be made available for a range of community uses, an educational space to accommodate the provision of train-

ing and skills courses and office space to suit the particular needs of Killarney town. A key recommendation is that any new facility should be financially self-sustaining and remain in the ownership of Kerry County Council.

ARTIST IMPRESSION: The Killarney Advertiser produced this artist’s impression of a state-of-theart Killarney Civic Plaza at the Áras and public reaction was overwhelmingly positive. The idea at the time was to tie the parking facilities in with amenities, like a theatre and a café.

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Underground car parks checked after Cork fire Killarney firefighters this week conducted a fire safety assessment of 12 underground car parks in the town - following a recent serious fire in a Cork shopping centre. Dozens of cars were destroyed in the blaze at Douglas Village Shopping Cen-

tre on September 1. There were no casualties or injuries in the huge blaze, which started when one vehicle in the car park caught fire. There are 12 underground car parks in Killarney, most of which are attached to well-known hotels and one underneath the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport on New Road.

Crews from the Killarney branch of the Kerry Fire and Rescue Service checked hose reels, fire exits, emergency lighting and extinguishers. The building on Park Place off High

St, where the Killarney Advertiser is based, is also served by an underground car park. There is also a public accessible car park under the Central Point Shopping Centre on Park Road.

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Bullet train for Killarney on Council agenda A Killarney councillor is calling for a Japanese-style 'Shinkansen' high-speed train – otherwise known as Bullet Trains - to link towns like Killarney and Tralee to Dublin. | By Sean Moriarty

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Vandalised woodwork sculptures in The Demense have been repaired within a day – thanks to a kind-hearted local company. | By Sean Moriarty The Leen family, who operate Killarney DIY, came to the rescue and have since repaired two sculptures which were broken on Wednesday night along the River Deenagh walk from the bridge on Port Road to Deenagh Cottage. West Cork artist Sol Solomon created the

seven works of art that represent a heron, a red squirrel, a kingfisher, an otter a pine marten and a white-fronted goose which were installed in March after being commissioned by the Killarney Looking Good Committee with support from Kerry County Council, with the idea to encourage children and members of the public to take an interest in the wild life in the park. Earlier this week the white-fronted goose and the heron carvings were vandalised, the heron’s neck was snapped off and the goose was ripped from it base. “It is heart-breaking,” Killarney Looking Good Chairperson Yvonne Quill told the Killarney Advertiser this week. Dan Leen was able to create a wood-dowel and repair the point where the heron’s neck was snapped off. The legs of the goose were too badly damaged to repair properly, but Dan created a round base and was able to re-install the sculpture on its plinth on Thursday morning. “It is a shame to have to use my skills for something like this,” Dan told the Killarney Advertiser. “They are better served on something else. This is being done by people acting the gom, being the hardman, it is the same when you see flowers damaged.” Both Dan and Yvonne suggested the installation CCTV cameras to monitor the area to prevent further damage in the future. “They have caught people fly-tipping this way in the past,” Dan added.

Cllr Michael Gleeson, who is also the Cathaoirleach of the Killarney Municipal District, will put this proposal before Kerry County Council on Monday of next week. Gleeson says that proper rail links between the west of Ireland and the capital will help revitalise rural Ireland. “The largely uncoordinated and piecemeal expansion of Dublin has been hugely to the detriment of much of rural Ireland and its self, in the process, become a nightmare place in which to live,” he told the Killarney Advertiser. He feels that a high-speed service would encourage people who work in Dublin to live in a place like Killarney. “People do not wish to live in that chaotic and overcrowded city,” he said. “This relocation can never be realistically achieved using cars or airport. The only really viable way to do this would be through the development of super-fast trains.” According to inter modal travel website rometorio.com, the rail journey between to the two stations is 259km, 41km shorter than going by road. The current journey between Killarney and Dublin Heuston takes 3hrs and

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18mins. In Britain, a high-speed rail line between Birmingham and London, a project of around half the distance between Dublin and Killarney is costing over £33bn, including Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPO) for nearby lands. “The only constrains would be an inability to think positive and think big,” added Gleeson. “Millions and millions of euro are being spent on travel infrastructure in Dublin, much of it seeking to undo inadequacies in the orignal development. Far better I believe to think of projects such as this that are keeping pace with what is really needed in Ireland as an entire country.”

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Councillors call for Rock Road traffic calming Cllr says he “has seen many near misses” | By Sean Moriarty A Killarney councillor said he has “seen many, many near misses” on Rock Road as councillors called for traffic calming measures to be put in place. The Killarney Municipal District meeting, held on Wednesday last week, heard concerns that motorists travelling towards town are unable to see the crossing. At the meeting, councillors approved the second phase of the Rock Road improvement scheme. Earlier this year the new car and bus park on Rock Road were officially opened. The second-phase involves wider footpaths and a cycle lane as well as resur-

facing of Rock Road itself. Councillors unanimously welcomed the provision, but they called for additional works at the crossing between the Garda Station and the library at the town end of the street. “This is a good scheme,” Mayor of Kerry, Cllr Niall Kelleher told the meeting. “The pedestrian crossing near the library, there are an amount of people standing and I have seen many, many near misses.” Cllr Cronin echoed these comments. “This is hugely welcome,” he told the meeting. “But is there anything that can be done to forewarn motorists that there is a pedestrian crossing?”

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Killarney London Reunion plan 50 year celebration | By Sean Moriarty The Killarney London Reunion will celebrate its 50th anniversary this November with a gala function in the famed Crown Hotel in Cricklewood.

READY FOR THE CATWALK: Centenarian John Coffey, pictured with models and committee members from the Killarney Branch of Kerry Hospice Foundation, helped launch the Models in Recovery Fashion Fundraiser which takes place in the INEC on September 25. Photo: Michelle Crean

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They’ve taken on an illness and beaten it – and now locals plan to use their experience and strut their stuff on the catwalk to help raise funds for local cancer services. | By Michelle Crean It’s no ordinary fashion event in the INEC on Wednesday, September 25 as brave members of the public don some of the finest in fashion for the ‘Models in Recovery Fashion Show’. Now in its sixth year it has become a fantastic fundraiser for the Hospice Foundation locally, Cathal Walshe from the Killarney Branch of Kerry Hospice Foundation told the Killarney Advertiser. “All 20 models female and male are in recovery from cancer of various types and will take to the catwalk for this worthy cause.” The compere for the evening will be Noel Cunningham of TV fame. The night begins with a wine reception at 7.30pm

with the added bonus of valuable door and spot prizes to be won. “The models put in a lot of work in preparation and would appreciate the support of the public. “It takes great courage to take part in this. It’s a serious event, one of the biggest fundraisers hospice has in the year. Last year €25,000 was raised and 1200 people came to support it.” Tickets are priced at €15 and available from the models, from Pat Doolan, Chairperson of Killarney Hospice or participating stores and the Box Office at the INEC, he added. “Among the valuable prizes to be won is an oversized multicoloured silk wrap by famed designer Don O'Neill on the night.”

The Killarney Association London was formed in 1969 by local priest Tom Looney, who was the parish priest in Wembley at the time, Cllr Donal Grady and the late Cllr Michael Courtney. Serving as a home away from home for Killarney exiles, it has gone from strength to strength over the last half century. The annual reunion is one of the social highlights of the year for Kerry people living in London. This year’s event will take

place on Saturday, November 16. Each year the Killarney-London Committee select a ‘Person of the Year’ – and details of this year’s recipient will be announced in due course. The presentation will be made at the reception which will be attended by Mayor of Killarney, Cllr Niall Kelleher, and Cllr Donal Grady, Chairman of the Killarney-London Reunion committee. Cllr Grady has been involved with the organisation for the past 50 years and he has worked tirelessly to ensure it continues to prosper and that strong bonds are maintained. The Killarney Advertiser is one of the main sponsors of the Killarney London Reunion.

Killarney singer brings tour home | By Michelle Crean A Killarney singer, who has toured with tenor Wayne Woodman, including a performance in the Na- LOCAL PERFORMANCE: Killarney tional Concert Hall – will end her singer Grace Foley, who has teamed up with tenor Wayne Woodman, will tour in the INEC. Killarney based Contralto Grace Foley, who launched her album ‘Unleashed’ a few months ago, will take to the stage with the tenor on September 21. The show will take listeners to the very edges of the Classical Crossover genre with an incredibly wide repertoire of wonderful songs. This unique show includes a varied programme of music; from Bizet to Lana Del Ray, Ennio Morricone to Damien Rice. So far the duo have packed the National Concert Hall and sold out The Whale Theatre in Greystones, so this really does promise to be a night to remember. The

be taking to the INEC stage later this month to sing songs from her album 'Unleashed'. Photo: Michelle Crean

tour also takes them to Linenhall Arts Centre Castlebar and of course the INEC Killarney which is a venue very close to the Killarney singer's heart. “The Acoustics Club is my favourite venue,” Grace told the Killarney Advertiser this week. “The tour is going fantastic and there’s been very good feedback as people love our voices together.” To get tickets simply go to www.inec. ie or www.gracefoley.ie or Grace Foley Singer on Facebook.

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Killarney Cardiac Response Unit seeks volunteers Killarney Cardiac Response Unit is looking for volunteers to join its team and the group is holding an open information meeting next Wednesday. | By Sean Moriarty

TRAGIC: Aneta Sawicka sadly passed away last week whilst swimming in a pool in Killarney.

“She was like a sister” - friend pays tribute to tragic Aneta | By Michelle Crean Friends and even strangers have rallied together and in days raised over €6,000 to help with funeral costs for a woman who tragically died in Killarney last week. 44-year-old Polish national Aneta Sawicka, whose funeral took place this morning (Friday) in St Mary’s Cathedral, died after taking ill whilst swimming at around 2.30pm in the Gleneagle Leisure Centre last Thursday. Lifeguards came to her aid and the emergency services were on the scene within minutes, including the newly launched community air ambulance which was stood down. It’s believed she was unresponsive when removed from the water, and was taken by ambulance to University Hospital Kerry (UHK), but later died. Aneta’s two brothers travelled immediately from their hometown of Zuromin, and will take her ashes home with them. Sadly, her parents couldn’t make her funeral but will watch it live online on www. killarneyparish.com. Her close friend of 13 years, Lidia Lewandowska, says everyone is just shocked and they’re trying to terms with

the devastating news. “She was like a sister,” Lidia told the Killarney Advertiser. “It was very unexpected, and we don’t know how it happened.” Aneta had been living in Killarney for a number of years then moved to Cork to study Fine Art and Photography at Crawford College, and returned back to Killarney a few months ago. She was very athletic, enjoyed the outdoors including days out mountain climbing and swam almost daily. She also worked with local production company OC Productions on projects such as ‘Let's be Frank’, ‘Bouncers’, ‘The Gift’ and ‘Tradition’. “She was extremely talented. She loved sports and had visited the Himalayas. She was very healthy.” She added that she’s so grateful to the local community for banding together so quickly to raise the funds. “It was our time to show our respect for her and her family. It took three days to raise the funds and the page is now closed, but it just shows what people thought of her. We are going to miss her so much.” The Gleneagle Group offered their sympathies saying it was ‘very tragic and sad for all concerned’.

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Currently around 40 volunteers, from all sectors of society, respond to 999/112 emergency calls on a 24/7 basis. They are activated once a cardiac call is made to ambulance control and cover an area of 6km from the centre of Killarney. “We work alongside and under the control of the National Ambulance Service. We are not here to replace the ambulance service but to complement them by providing care and utilising those

vital few minutes as every second counts, until the National Ambulance Service arrive on scene,” PRO Carole Moran told the Killarney Advertiser. “We operate 24 hours a day but even with 40 volunteers it is impossible to cover every shift.” KCRU’s open night will take place at the Killarney Plaza Hotel on Wednesday, September 18 between 7pm and 9pm. For more information contact the KCRU’s recruitment officer on recruitment@killarneycru.ie, 085 8255280 or 064 6694144.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED: Killarney Cardiac Response Unit members Ann Elizabeth Rohan, Tim Brosnan, Eileen Brosnan, Krzysztof Szwab and Ann Carroll launching the recruitment drive for new volunteers. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Owners have 28 days to fix unsafe building - says Council The owners of a Killarney building have been warned by Kerry County Council that they have 28 days to make the building safe. The notice was posted on the exterior of the building of Julie’s Barbershop at 71 High St after it was the subject of an independent engineer’s report, and the owners have until September 27 to make the building safe. The notice, which has been seen by the Killarney Advertiser, states that the building is a dangerous structure and

that remedial works need to carried out to: ‘Render the building safe, such that it does pose a danger to public or any adjoining properties’. “[This] follows an independent engineering assessment of the property as well as an inspection by Kerry County Council engineers (the details of which are not being published at this time). As you will note, the owner/s has 28 days to address the matter to the Council’s satisfaction,” said a Kerry County Council spokesperson.

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Columnist ANNE LUCEY gives her take on happenings in Killarney, Kerry and beyond

What genius led Leo to make this gaffe?

Athena the grey-eyed goddess has long fascinated me. She was on the side of the most attractive and boldest of the Greek heroes, like her half-brother Hercules and the not to be trusted wily Odysseus. She was wise, wore beautiful clothes and sandals and was exceptionally good with her hands doing amazing craft work. She had a great insight into people and inherited a sixth sense from her mother; she knew the law backwards and often laid down the law. Pallas Athena could watch you silently from the silver green of a shimmering olive grove but she could also deliver a few blows. She was not easily fooled or flattered. The owl was sacred to her, Athens was called after her - but you wouldn’t want to cross her. In many ways she was the ideal Greek woman. She later became watered down to the Virgin Mary in which all her character except her supposed virginity was removed and she had to put on the alien veil of submissiveness in the Christian Church tradition of womanhood. What then was Leo thinking saying he would be “your Athena” to Boris being Hercules? Hercules did the most terrible of deeds in killing his family and had to perform extraordinary tasks to reinstate himself. So what genius led Leo to the gaffe? I have long suspected Leo isn’t half as

clever as we think he is. Yes, certainly, he may have rote-learned enough to get into medicine - but that doesn’t make him an intellectual. He is very comfortable with Love Island, or Love Actually, or Kylie Minogue. But classical myth? I wondered was there perhaps a Disney version that poor Leo or his script writer had been watching, a kind of Hercules and the Lion King, or had he missed the start of the story? Perhaps he was trying to soap up to Boris, the classics scholar, as a good host would. But it backfired spectacularly! Whatever you say about the elite and dishevelled Brits, they know their myths - unlike the trendy Dublin Irish these days. People in some UK papers are getting their knickers in a twist that Leo actually meant some barb or jibe with the classical allusion or that this was an attempt to insult our Boris. Not a chance! Our Leo is incapable of irony or that kind of thinking. Anyway, it wouldn’t be the first time a Fine Gael leader has made a faux pas on the intellectual scales before a world

audience. Will anyone ever forget May 2011 and the time Enda Kenny in College Green welcomed Barack Obama and his wife Michelle with a rousing speech - based on Barack Obama’s very own inauguration address just three years before! I was watching it and I thought - hold on, that sounds familiar! And then Michelle was cracking up behind our Taoiseach and Obama was biting his lips to stop from doubling over! It was excruciating, but it didn’t knock a feather off Enda or Fine Gael who all denied plagiarism. The Blue Shirts are at heart “big bruisers” who are not troubled by too much self-doubt. And they get the job done. Founded this week in 1933, they have historically been regarded as rich and thick. God Bless them. People who enjoyed the fat of the land and were good at holding onto it! Big Phil may well barge the Brits through Brexit and corner them into a trade deal, and more power to him. But after one gaffe too many on the world stage, Fine Gael should really start a recruitment drive for intellectuals to at least walk among them. People who don’t just hum along to ‘I should be so lucky, lucky, lucky’. “Prorogued” is on everyone’s lips - as if we were all born to the phrase “par-

“Pa Daly’s challenge will be to get votes in the south of the county” The news that Pa Daly, the Tralee based councillor, is to throw his hat into the ring and will likely succeed in getting the Sinn Fein nomination to contest the General Election in Kerry must be unsettling for some. Because whilst it is true that Pa is very Tralee - he does practice in the Killarney courts and is well liked there. He would have a broader appeal and a broader reach than most people realise. He is also a pretty shrewd operator and is liked across the parties on the Council. Now aged 48, he was co-opted in 2012

to Tralee Town Council and elected in 2014, and is in his second term as a county councillor. Since the Ferris’ exit announcement, speculation has centred on whether Cllr Daly would seek the nomination. It has emerged he has sought and received the backing of a number of cumainn. Married to Mary Ross from Causeway and a father of four, he comes from a strong and surprisingly widely based political background, something that is not typically Sinn Fein which tends to draw from a narrow nationalist background.

But Daly’s relatives have Fianna Fail, SDLP and Green Party backgrounds. His uncle Sean Farren of the SDLP was a Minister in the first NI power-sharing government after the Good Friday Agreement and his great uncle Paddy Fitzgerald was a Fianna Fail councillor in Tralee for many years. And his cousin Conor Fitzgerald was the first Green Party councillor in Tralee. Sinn Fein lost its seat in the new Kenmare area in the last local elections and now have four councillors and all are in the old North constituency.

liament is about to be prorogued”, and knew what it meant. I did not know, and I greatly suspect, most of those writing about it so loftily and giving out about Boris “proroguing parliament” had to look it up too. All it means is prolong with a break in between. But how ridiculous has the whole thing become? There is a simple way of looking at Brexit. Remember Repeal the 8th? Well imagine now that most people in Ireland voted to Repeal the Eighth Amendment, but TDs like the Healy-Raes, John Brassil and others were in the majority and they decided, to a man, they could not in conscience vote to bring in the legislation. Three years later they were still finding a way to block the majority decision. That’s what is going on in Westminster in a nutshell. Regardless of the historic problems between England and Europe, and the rights and wrongs of the Leave Campaign in 2016, or the awful scenarios facing the UK without and even with a trade agreement, the bottom line is a majority of the elected MPs in England are not or are refusing to implement the will of the majority of the voters. And those trying to implement it - Boris and co are being pilloried and criticised by most of the media. So, “prorogue away! It is a crazy situation and one in which I think much of the world is looking at it through the wrong end of the lens. As for speaker Bercow, their version of our Ceann Comhairle, the fellow is amusing in the way a Latin school teacher might be, with the put downs etc. But he is far from correct in how he handled the whole fiasco and sided with the Remainers. He is very much part of the problem - even if he insists he doesn’t give a flying flamingo! The party did not take seats in Dingle and Castleisland with new candidates, but did make a mark, and fared poorly in Killarney. Pa Daly’s challenge will be to get votes in the south of the county, particularly in the Killarney area. I can’t see any outstanding TD among the current crop going for re-election in Kerry, and I would give Fianna Fail’s second candidate little chance of success. My money, with the field as it stands, is on all four sitting TDs retaining seats but dropping votes. Kerry has not benefited much from any of them. They could have banded together across party lines and come up with a way to keep the lower VAT rate for Kerry, and show the rest of the country what can be done when five rural TDs stick together. If Daly gets the nomination, things might shake up.

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DAY ENROLMENT: Killarney Community College Adult Education Office Monday – Friday 9:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. (Closed for lunch) Closing Date 18th September 2019. Places offered on a first come first serve basis. Formation of classes depends on sufficient demand Classes will commence on Tuesday 24th September and Thursday 26th September (unless otherwise stated). Fees must be paid in full on enrolment. They can be paid by cash or by cheque (payable to Kerry ETB). All course fees are receipted. Refund of fees is made only where classes are cancelled due to insufficient enrolment numbers. A refund of your tuition fee will be prepared and forwarded to you at your postal address. Killarney Community College is registered with QQI to offer programmes leading to QQI awards in the National Framework of Qualifications.

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Schools join forces for special European project Two small rural schools from Killarney have teamed up with a Polish school for a two year long project – focusing on diet, exercise, interpersonal and intrapersonal skills.

DECLUTTER YOUR HOME: Kim Kelleher is organising a 'Trash and Treasure Fair' in aid of Beaufort Community Centre on Sunday, October 20. Photo: Michelle Crean

Turn your trash into treasure in Beaufort

Turn your trash into treasure – that’s the latest fundraiser happening in Beaufort next month. | By Michelle Crean Local resident Kim Kelleher came up with the idea of the Trash and Treasure Fair fundraiser as a way to help the community fund renovation works for their local community centre. On October 20, from 11am to 5pm, Kim plans to have a number of stalls, which will be prepaid in advance, selling their unwanted ‘trash’. This then becomes a treasure for the buyer. “Beaufort Community Centre needs help in raising €20,000 towards much needed renovations,” Kim told the Killarney Advertiser this week. “The community is a focal point for more than 20 groups and is the heart of the village.” She said that anyone interested can book a table in advance only. “You sort out all the unwanted items you wish to sell and declutter your home. You will feel so much better doing this. Sell your unwanted items and make money for yourself. I’m looking for raffle prizes as well, which would be very much appreciated.”

The community centre was built in the ‘70s and over the years little money has been spent on the property. “We have over 20 voluntary groups using the facility including 30 meals made up six days a week for Meals and Wheels,” Chairman of Beaufort Community Council, Padruig O’Sullivan, said. “It is also used for drama productions and public meetings.” He added that a first phase upgrade the community council received €53,000 grant aid from South Kerry Development Partnership. “This money comes through Leader Funding which is set up to assist community groups to make improvements in their locality tied in with employment. The community must raise €20,000 to move the project on. So far we have collected €11,500 and our fundraising events are ongoing.” Entrance for adults is €2 and a raffle strip is included. Children are free. Refreshments will also be served. Anyone who’d like to book a table can contact Kim on 087 3588693.

Neighbouring schools Glenflesk NS and Raheen NS will receive funding to participate in an EU Programme aimed at supporting education, training, youth and sport among young people in Europe. The project ‘I’m a Super Duper Healthy Trooper’ is part of the Erasmus + Programme to encourage children to examine aspects of their lives and try to make changes to their lifestyles that will have a lifelong impact. The schools involved, including Jaworzno, near Krakow, hope to achieve this by getting children, teachers and parents to examine their diets, exercise, interpersonal and intrapersonal skills. The Irish National Agency, Léargas, was impressed by the application as the schools aim to foster autonomy in all their pupils where they will learn and practice how to look after their minds and bodies. The children will keep a diary for the duration of the project and this will help them to evaluate their progress. The children will also learn about each

other’s countries, schools, cultures and localities. “Glenflesk and Raheen are delighted to be part of this wonderful initiative and both schools are excited about the two year journey,” Principal of Glenflesk National School, Paul Favier, said: “It’s a great opportunity for two small rural schools in Kerry to be involved at European level. We look forward to sharing experiences with our partners in Poland, learning from each other and making lots of new friends along the way.” Joan Mullane, Principal of Raheen NS, added that the most exciting part of the project for the children will be when the pupils get to visit each other’s schools two years in a row. “Fifth and Sixth class pupils from Glenflesk NS and Raheen NS will travel to Poland in May 2020 and again in May 2021 for five days to meet their counterparts in Poland. The students from Poland will also visit Killarney to spend time in Glenflesk NS and Raheen NS.”

TWO YEAR PROJECT: Glenflesk NS and Raheen NS have joined forces as they take part in a special European project with a Polish school.

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WEIGH TO GO! Denise O’Connell from Mill Road made the regional finals of Slimming World’s Woman of the Year 2019 in Dublin. Denise is pictured with SW Consultant Marie O'Sullivan. Photo: Michelle Crean

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Weigh to go Denise! She’s over five stone lighter - but it’s not just a weight loss achievement that saw one local lady nominated for the regional finals of Slimming World’s Woman of the Year 2019 on Sunday. | By Michelle Crean Denise O’Connell from Mill Road, who is a member of Marie's Slimming World Killarney, made it to the last 14 in Dublin for the finals out of a possible 92,000 Slimming World members across the country.

Denise, who has gone through many life struggles in recent times, was voted by her fellow Slimming World members as they describe her as inspirational, motivational and kind. Denise is a target member and a diamond member meaning she has lost 5st 3lb and kept it off for over a year.

After being heavy all her life, mother of two Denise who works as a SNA in St Brendan’s College, decided to lose the weight for good. However, just after joining she learned her son Fiachra had cancer and while that’s enough for anyone to deal with, she also struggled with slipped discs – but managed to stay on the plan and inspire fellow slimmers. Now, all’s good with Fiachra and she’s fit and healthy and volunteering her time with the Wednesday afternoon and Sat-

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Kerry Mental Health plan new client’s garden | By Michelle Crean Plans are in place to develop a garden at Ross Café for clients of Kerry Mental Health Association – and this coming Wednesday there’s a fundraising coffee morning planned. The Lewis Road café is on the site of the former Ross Products cardboard factory which ceased trading in 2010. It was split in two with the café on one side and the Men’s Shed on the other. The Order of Malta and Killarney Valley Classic and Vintage Club also use space there. The café was opened in 2016 and was expanded in March of this year to facilitate the growing number of customers. And not only is there a café for clients and the public, but plenty of rooms for a

range of different activities including art, relaxation, computers and counselling. Bingo, music, drama and exercise classes are also run from the centre. However, now the Kerry Mental Health Association are ready to make it even better with a garden to the rear for the client’s to relax and enjoy nature. “We are raising funds for a new client’s garden,” Kathleen Collins, who works at the centre, told the Killarney Advertiser. “We’re so thankful to Ger Moynihan from South Kerry Development Partnership for the help he gave.” She said the centre is a wonderful place for client’s to come to take some time out and relax. “The most important thing is we’re here for a bun and a chat. We also rent rooms to community based projects.”

urday morning groups. “I started in May 2016, my starting weight was 14 stone 2Ibs,” she told the Killarney Advertiser. “I went to a wedding wearing a size 22 and couldn’t sit down – that was the deciding factor.” She said the plan suited her and now it’s her turn to help others. Her motto is ‘because I’m worth it’ and now enjoys wearing fashionable clothing and a new lease of life. “I want to live a healthy life.” Consultant Marie O’Sullivan added that Denise is an exceptional person. “Through all these scary times she kept going. She’s incredible and one of the strongest people I know. She’s such a support to the people in the group. She just gives up her time for everyone else. She’s exceptional.”

HELPING OTHERS: Kathleen Collins and Mags Keogh from Ross Cafe on Lewis Road are organising a coffee morning to develop a garden for the clients of Kerry Mental Health Association. Photo: Michelle Crean

Kerry County Council wishes to advise that, following consultation with An Garda Síochána, the Glebe car park in Killarney will be closed from 3pm this Saturday to facilitate preparations for the homecoming of the Kerry Senior Football Team on Sunday evening. The car park will re-open on Monday morning. In addition, there will be no parking permitted on College Street after 7am on Sunday. Kerry County Council appreciates the cooperation of the public in this matter.

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Memorial tournament to support Sully This year’s Deerpark’s Pitch & Putt Club’s ‘Ricky Kelly Memorial Tournament’, taking place next weekend from Friday to Sunday, will be one close to the club’s heart as it is in aid of a great supporter of the event - John ‘Sully’ O’Sullivan, to help him in his recovery from sepsis. It was around the time of last year’s event that John unfortunately became ill with the disease and was sorely missed for the night of the presentation as he loved coming to the barbeque associated with the event. John took up the sport of Pitch & Putt in the early ‘90s playing alongside his great friend Ger Brennan originally playing out of the Gleneagle Club before joining Deerpark, Jason O’Connor, PRO with the club,

FOR SULLY: Deerpark Pitch and Putt Club will host the annual Ricky Kelly Memorial Tournament from September 20 - 22 and proceeds will go towards John ‘Sully’ O’Sullivan who is currently recovering from an illness. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

explained. “A keen rallying enthusiast, John loved playing the game and played on teams in the event most years without fail,” Jason said. “When the club learned of his condition as well as his treks to Dublin for treatment, there were anxious to try and support him in whatever way they could, hence the decision to donate the proceeds of this year’s event to John and his family. John’s

friends have kindly come on board to help with the staging of this year’s event too.” The event is kindly sponsored by the Tatler Jack Bar. It’s open to both members and non-members of Pitch & Putt Ireland with a requirement for one non-registered member of Pitch & Putt Ireland to be on a team. The format returns to a 36-hole Three Ball Scramble this year and the cost of entry this year is €90 per adult team with an U16 section once more this year for a fee of €30 per team. Play is scheduled to begin on Friday afternoon, September 20 with tee-off times from 4pm to 5.30pm with tee-off times

on Saturday 21 from 10am to 5pm, and the Sunday morning of the 22, from 9am to 3pm (Last Card). “The presentation of prizes this year will take place in the clubhouse at 6pm on the Sunday as the club extends a big invite to former and current members, keen golfers, sharks, scrubbers and complete beginners to support this year’s event. A raffle for spot prizes will also be held in conjunction with the event.” Further information on this year’s event and anyone looking to pre-book tee-times can contact the club on 087 7823138 for further information.

Karen and Kathleen McCarthy and Orla Salvador at Curious Cat Cafe on Saturday morning. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Pa O'Donoghue, Max McCarthy and Ger O'Brien. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Breda O'Sullivan, Joan Devane and Eileen Nagle. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Helping a friend Family and friends turned out in force to support the John 'Sully' O’Sullivan coffee morning at the Curious Cat Cafe on Saturday morning. Funds raised will help convert the family home making it possible to get Sully home from University Hospital Kerry where he is currently recovering.

Health fest promises something for everyone | By Michelle Crean Leading experts in the natural health field will be amongst some of this year’s guests at Kerry’s second Health & Wellness next week. Horan's Healthstores, who currently have 14 health stores in the Munster region, were so delighted with the success of last year’s inaugural event that they’ve planned an even bigger and better one next weekend, on Saturday and Sunday September 21 and 22 at the Rose Hotel in Tralee. From 10am to 5.30pm each day, a multitude of health professions will hold talks and offer advice to the public on hormone health, brain health, menopause, importance of fish oils, cholesterol, nutrition for the family, stress, immunity, joint care, vitamin D

deficiency, the importance of multivitamins, probiotics and CBD products. With 50 exhibitors in attendance you will be able to sample healthy snacks and beverages as well as gain valuable advice from qualified nutritionists and specialists who will answer any queries you may have, Sandra Breen, Regional Manager of Horan's Healthstores, explained to the Killarney Advertiser. "Having visited Health shows all over Europe, I felt it was time to bring one of these Health shows to Tralee," she said. “Due to the success of our inaugural Health & Wellness fest last year, we decided to hold an even bigger and better one this year.” Over the two day event they will have key speakers including renowned nutritionists Patrick Holford and Dr Marilyn Glenville, nutritionist and author Oliver McCabe and others. However, places

are limited for both Patrick and Marilyn's talks, she added. “Talks will need to be booked in store prior to the event.” There will also be health screening on both days including, BMI testing, cholesterol testing from 10am until 1pm, bio-resonance testing, reflexology, skin analysis, eye analysis, makeovers, as well as hand and arm massage. “There will also be Tai Chi, Qi Gong and Pilates workshops over the weekend.” Tickets cost €10 and are available at all Horan's Healthstores. Customers are advised to book early to be assured of a space for talks as there is an extremely limited availability. Spot prizes of over €2000 are also up for grabs over the weekend and there’ll be outdoor broadcasts with Radio Kerry each day and face painting for kids.

EXPERT ADVICE: Patrick Holford speaking at last year's inaugural Horan's Healthstores Health & Wellness event.

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QUEST KILLARNEY ADVENTURE RACE Quest Killarney adventure race takes place in just over 4 weeks on 12th October. In the run up to it, every week here in the Killarney Advertiser, we will give you all the information you need to get ready for the world’s biggest adventure race.

EVENT PREPARATION In Ireland, it’s not uncommon to get 4 seasons in one day, so it is important to be prepared and have the right gear.

WHAT EQUIPMENT / GEAR DO I NEED? The race organisers provide a high level of safety cover along the route but there will not be marshals around every corner, so it is vital that all competitors bring the following mandatory kit with them from the start. • Basic first aid kit (min: 1 x dressing pad (field dressing), bandage and plasters. • Map of the route (included in your race pack). • Survival blanket and whistle. • Appropriate food and drink depending on your route length. There will be limited water re-filling points on the course. • Cycle helmet, bike repair kit, spare tube and pump. • Waterproof jacket. • Suitable footwear (trail runners). All kits will be checked on the morning of the race. Participants will not be allowed to race without mandatory kit. We will provide kayaks and buoyance aids. All you need to bring is a bike, trail runners, your mandatory kit and a quest for adventure!

WHAT TYPE OF RUNNERS SHOULD I USE? One of the most important things for adventure racing is footwear. Don’t wear your brand-new runners. Get a pair of trail shoes that give you support and grip. Your feet will get wet on the run sections and on the kayak. You can visit O’Sullivan’s outdoor shop on New Street Killarney to get advice on tips and gear you need for race day. We are here to help so if you have any questions on the route or the gear required feel free to email us at info@eliteevents.ie WE HAVE LOTS OF INFORMATION ON OUR WEBSITE, INCLUDING TRAINING PLANS, TIPS AND ADVICE FROM THE EXPERTS. FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER @QUESTIRELAND.

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Increase fibre intake for a happier healthier bowel A good balanced diet is essential for healthy digestion and bowel health. However, due to the modern day diet of heavily processed foods constipation is becoming more and more common and can cause numerous health problems if left untreated. Poor eating habits, lack of fibre and nutrients, eating white flour products (glue foods), overeating, bad food combining, stress, lack of exercise or general poor living habits can lead to this uncomfortable and embarrassing issue, and every system of the body can be affected through auto intoxication because of this. When constipated, the colon becomes a breathing ground for bacteria, viruses, parasites, yeasts, moulds, etc. Avoid habit forming laxatives as they kill

friendly intestinal flora. A high fibre diet will help to clean and completely eliminate the colon of waste product soon after eating. Increase your consumption of whole grains, whole wheat, brown rice, whole oats, buckwheat and quinoa as they contain bran rich in fibre, vitamins and minerals, as well as complex carbohydrates and protein. Eat smaller meals and chew food mindfully. Some juices may also help with constipation, such as prune, apple and peach, which have a natural laxative effect. Avoid or cut down on processed foods and sugars. Exercise and drinking plenty of water throughout the day will help with healthy bowel function. Also, here are some herbal remedies which will help with bowel and overall digestive health:

•M ILK THISTLE or DANDELION: to enhance bile output and soften stools (available in capsule or liquid form) • BEE POLLEN: two tsp to regulate intestinal function • OMEGA 3 FLAXSEED OIL CAPS: to help prevent constipation • VITAMIN C: helps to destroy toxins in the colon • MAGNESIUM: helps relax the bowel • POTASSIUM: healing for the stomach and colon • PROBIOTICS: restores healthy bacteria in the gut • B-COMPLEX: these vitamins help regularity, protect the intestine and improve digestion. They also help to eliminate toxins from the liver • LEPICOL: combination of psyllium husk and probiotic which contributes to the maintenance of normal bowel movements • SLIPPERY ELM: helps heal the colon and aid digestion • ALOE VERA JUICE: helps to calm and sooth the bowel and helps with elimination.

Until next time, stay healthy, FROM ALL AT HORAN’S HEALTH.

DONATION: Simone Behal with her daughter Emilie accepting a cheque from the Pavers Foundation on behalf of Down Syndrome Kerry (DSK) with Store Manager Denise Smyth and Supervisor Sarah Doherty.

Pavers donates £1,000 to Down Syndrome Kerry Down Syndrome Kerry has been awarded £1,000 by the Pavers Foundation, the employee led charitable trust created by family-owned shoe retailer Pavers Shoes. Denise Smyth, Store Manager of Pavers in Killarney, applied through the Foundation’s employee grant initiative to help Down Syndrome Kerry, a charity very close to her heart. Each staff member can put forward causes close to their heart which relate to health, education, or community. Since launching, the Pavers Foundation has awarded a total of £541,353 to charity. Down Syndrome Kerry is a parent led organisation that helps families to deal with the diagnosis of their child having Down Syndrome. The organisation is passionate about ensuring that children with special education needs have access to an inclusive learning environment, providing a wide range of support, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy and speech and language therapy services for younger persons and employment and education opportunities. The charity also offers recrea-

tional services to their members, such as swimming lessons, Zumba, basketball, cookery, cycling lessons and horse riding. “Down Syndrome is very close to my heart being in my own family and seeing the daily challenges that families face, that have not been funded by the Government, I wanted to try to help in any way possible,” Denise Smyth said. “While I was pregnant with my own little boy, a friend of mine was also pregnant and gave birth to a beautiful little girl Emilie who was born with Down Syndrome. Seeing first-hand the challenges that Simone faces with her little girl, I wanted to reach out to the Pavers Foundation and see if they would help with these challenges, such as occupational therapy and speech therapy along with social and educational activities. I know that the £1,000 will be put to great use.” Shirley Morris, Admin Secretary at Down Syndrome Kerry added that their goal is to help people with Down Syndrome make their own futures as bright and as independent as possible by providing them with education, support and friendship every step of the way. “Thank you to the Pavers Foundation for helping us to achieve our goal.”

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Free Culture Night events next week There’s plenty of free events planned in Killarney and all over Kerry next week for Culture Night. Next Friday, September 20 between the hours of 5pm and 11pm, a variety of events will ensure that there’s something that will appeal to everyone, from tours, talks, screenings and performances that will suit all tastes and ages. Culture Night Kerry is brought to the public by the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht and the Creative Ireland Programme in partnership with Kerry County Council. In Killarney and Tralee, visitors can go from venue to venue, sampling art, music, film, literature and dance, while from Listowel to Kenmare, Castleisland and Dingle, there are multiple events to choose from across all the art forms. Kerry’s celebrated dancer, David Geaney is this year’s Kerry’s 2019 local Culture Night Ambassador. David, who has recently returned from the Broadway debut of his dance show ‘Velocity’, will be promoting the night in Kerry. “After being previously involved in Culture Night as an artist, I’m delighted to support and represent this year’s event as Culture Night Ambassador,” David said. Mayor of Kerry, Niall Kelleher added that the breadth of events in this year’s Culture Night programme is fantastic. “I recommend everyone to take the opportunity to experience something in Kerry,” he said. “It’s all free and there really is something for everyone and is a great op-

portunity to experience the wealth of creativity in County Kerry and a chance to celebrate the imagination and inspiration of our hugely talented artists.” A song writing workshop and performance by internationally acclaimed Irish songwriter Don Mescall takes place in the INEC Acoustic Club as part of the national programme of events for Culture Night. His songs have over 16 million hits on YouTube and have been recorded by The Backstreet Boys, Lonestar, Geri Halliwell, Ronan Keating, Sir Cliff Richard, Nathan Carter, Sharon Corr, Aslan, Clay Aiken, Boyzone, Shane Filan, Nicky Byrne, Lulu, Richie Havens, Brian Kennedy, The High Kings, Frances Black and many more. Tickets are free of charge but must be reserved at the INEC Box Office on 064 6671555. Doors 7.30pm and the song writing contest commences at 8pm with the performance from 9pm. Killarney House is planning an interpretative exhibition from 6.30pm - 9pm with free entry and is self-guided. Another free event is the Ladies of Kenmare Tour from 7pm - 8.30pm with booking required on 085 8017973 as spaces are limited. For more details go to www.culturenight.ie/kerry, www.kerrycoco.ie/arts or phone 066 7183541.

CULTURE NIGHT: Kerry’s celebrated dancer, David Geaney, was in Killarney House Killarney to launch this year's Culture Night event. Pictured from l-r were: Mayor of Kerry, Niall Kelleher, Kate Kennelly (KCC Arts Office), Moira Murrell (Chief Executive KCC) and Sean Mulchinock (KCC Arts Office), Margaret O’Regan (Historical Guide at Killarney House) and dancer David Geaney. Photo: Domnick Walsh

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Local competition open to budding artists How society and communities change, grow and develop for the better is the theme for this year’s Credit Union art competition. Killarney Credit Union is urging the local community to take the ‘Walk of Life’ for its annual art competition building on last year’s theme of ‘The Force of Nature’, which focused on challenges facing the environment and our planet. Entrants will have free reign to express their thoughts, opinions, visions and hopes on this theme. The closing date to submit finished entries to your local branch is October 25. Participants are encouraged to draw inspiration from the positive changes they might have witnessed in their own local communities, or in wider society. “Our art competition is an important

ARTY: Three of last year's winners in the All-Ireland CU art contest. From left: James O’Shea, Aneta Majchrzak and Jonathan O’Keeffe, Killarney with Helen Courtney Power (Killarney CU) and Siobhan Donnelly (Cara CU). Photo: Eamon Keogh.

outlet for creative expression and development here in South Kerry, and events such as this contribute to a vibrant community,” Karena McCarthy, Youth Officer of Killarney Credit Union, said. “As always, there will be some great prizes up for grabs. So, I would encourage

everyone to spend a little time thinking about what the ‘Walk of Life’ theme means to them, and how they might like to depict it through art. Of course, our budding artists can also think on a more global level if they want – really the only rules in the competition are set by the

artists’ own imagination!” The hugely popular, national art competition is now in its 36th year and is open to children aged seven years and under right through to 18 years and over. There is also a category for those with physical or intellectual difficulties. The annual competition is part of the Irish League of Credit Unions’ (ILCU) commitment to supporting the artistic development of both young and old in communities throughout Ireland. Local winners will receive their prizes at a prize-giving ceremony in Killarney Credit Union. National winners will receive cash-prizes at an award ceremony to be held in February 2020. Entry forms are available from all Killarney Credit Union branches in Beech Road, Park Road, Kenmare and Cahersiveen.

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County jersey day at the Sem Students from St Brendan’s College, today (Friday), held a county jersey day to support the Kerry footballers - and to raise funds for Spinal Injuries Ireland. | By Sean Moriarty Each year the Sixth Year classes in the school nominates one charity to support as part of its Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme. They chose Spinal Injuries Ireland as their nominated charity as Ian O’Connell is in the class. Ian has been confined to a wheelchair since a life-changing accident in August 2017, an accident he was lucky to survive. Throughout his rehabilitation and recovery, Ian has received help and support from Spinal Injuries Ireland, a group that help and facilitate those living with spinal injuries to live active and fulfilled lives. Students were also given a chance to

win a signed Kerry jersey, sponsored by the GAA Store in the Outlet Centre which was organised by former Kerry Minor Mark Cooper, who is also a student in the current Leaving Cert class in the college. “Spinal Injuries Ireland plays a massive role in my life now and it's very good of my classmates to support it,” Ian said. “We have to pick one charity and SII is close to everyone here. Best of luck to the Kerry team and if they play as good as the last day we should be alright.” Other members of the 2019 Kerry Minor panel: Emmett O’Shea, Ruairi Doyle, Ryan O’Grady and Eoghan O’Sullivan, are also Leaving Cert students at the school and supported today’s initiative.

JERSEY DAY: Front: Chris Carrey, Mark Copper, Ian O’Connell, Michael Horgan, Ruari Doyle. Back row: Ryan O’Grady, Eoghan O’Sullivan, Michael Lenihan, Diarmuid O’Donoghue and Emmett O’Shea. Photo: Sean Moriarty

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Kerry support from Texas USA An impromptu four-day visit to Killarney by a Texan tourist last January has resulted in Kerry gaining at least one more overseas supporter. | By Sean Moriarty Laura Reich visited Killarney in January with some of her US Army colleagues. After a few days hiking and touring, her party spent a Saturday night socialising in The Grand Hotel. There, while they were discussing a planned golf outing on Sunday, a local overheard them and told them, “the golf can wait”, and invited them to the Kerry V Tyrone match at Fitzgerald Stadium, the opening tie in this year’s National League campaign. Kerry won the match and along the way gained a new fan. “Football is more than just a game in Texas, passion runs fierce from Little

League to Collegiate,” she told the Killarney Advertiser. “Gaelic football is on a different stratospheric level though.” Currently based in Seattle, Washington, she will watch the game there or in Dallas. “If I don't make the flight home to Dallas to watch game online with my brother,” she added. Laura will return to Killarney in October, her third visit to the town having previously revisited in June this year, and could be back in January for the resumption of the National League. “Do not be surprised if you hear a cowbell ringing to cheer on Kerry in the season opener in January 2020.”

Mass times changed across parishes for replay

The decider, which has a throw in time of 6pm tomorrow (Saturday), is being broadcast live on RTE. Traditional Saturday evening vigil Masses usually take place between 6pm and 8pm at the same time that the match on. St Mary’s Cathedral in Killarney will host an extra Mass at 4.30pm as well as its usual 6.15pm vigil. “We are committed to the regular

6.15pm Mass as we have intentions for this, but we are adding an extra Mass for 4.30pm on Saturday evening in St Mary’s Cathedral,” Parish Secretary, Sheila Leavy, said. Vigil Mass at the Church of the Resurrection on Park Road has been delayed by half an hour and is now scheduled for 8pm. The same applies to the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes in Kilcummin. St Agatha’s Church in Glenflesk and the Prince of Peace in Fossa, near Killarney, have brought their vigil Masses forward to 4.30pm. Other churches in the region may follow suit and parishioners are advised to contact their local church to confirm changes to the timetable.

up the flags, is himself a true Dub so he hardly did it to offend his home team. A more simple explanation was offered by administration staff at the Friary. “It got jammed,” the Killarney Advertiser was told this week. “Even the Kerry flag would not go up so Fr Liam decided to have a bit of craic.” However, Fr Liam McCarthy has promised to leave the flag at half-mast if Kerry win and Dublin loose. The trade

off in this deal is that the flags will be swapped if the Dubs win. “I think the Kerry team know what it is like to lose the five-in-a-row and for that reason I think they might let Dublin have it,” the Rialto native told the Killarney Advertiser. “After that this Kerry team will be around for a long time. If Kerry win on Saturday I will leave the flags that way, if Dublin win the flags will have to be swapped.”

| By Sean Moriarty Mass times throughout the county have been changed to allow Mass-goers the chance to watch the All-Ireland football final replay.

BEST OF LUCK: Shrone NS pupils wish Paul Murphy, Shane Ryan and the Kerry Senior Football Team and Management the very best of luck in the All-Ireland final replay on Saturday.

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Hotel group goes Dutch! Leading Dutch tour operators, travel agents and online travel agents attended Tourism Ireland’s annual travel trade workshop, which took place in Amsterdam last week. Nine tourism companies from the island of Ireland – including the Gleneagle Hotel Group – took part in the workshop. The schedule included a series of oneto-one meetings, giving the participating companies from Ireland a platform to do business for 2020 with the Dutch travel professionals. The workshop also provided Tourism Ireland with an opportunity to announce Taste the Island in the Netherlands – an exciting new all-island initiative, developed by Fáilte Ireland in conjunction with Tourism Ireland and Tourism NI, involving more than 500 food and drink-related experiences over 59 days. Deputy Head of Mission, Robert Jack-

son, was in attendance to welcome the guests. “We were delighted that these important Dutch travel agents and tour operators took the time to meet with our partners from Kerry and Ireland, to learn about our superb tourism offering and to encourage them to extend the Ireland content of their existing programmes and itineraries, or to include the island of Ireland for the first time in their 2020 programmes,” Karen van der Horst, Tourism Ireland’s Manager in the Netherlands, said. “The Netherlands is an important market for tourism to the island of Ireland. In 2018, we welcomed almost 247,000 Dutch visitors. Tourism Ireland is rolling out an extensive programme of promotions in the Netherlands this autumn, to encourage more Dutch holidaymakers to explore our regions and less-visited attractions, during the shoulder and off-season months.”

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AQUA AEROBICS: The Aqua Aerobics group at the Killarney Sports and Leisure Centre presented €957 to The Killarney/South Kerry branch of The Irish Cancer Society following a fundraising swimathon. Leisure Centre staff Cathal Roche and Sonia Waldron are pictured in front presenting the cheque to Kathrina Breen and Kathleen Cronin, ICS Killarney/South Kerry branch. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

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Teenage sweethearts tie the knot Stephen and Katie’s wedding is a story from a fairy tale as they tied the knot after 13 years together.

Stephen O’Neill (32) from Pinewood and Katie O’Sullivan (29) from Scrahan Court had the most magical day on Saturday last as they sealed their love in front of family and friends. The couple, who now live and work in Cork, Stephen for McGurks Golf and Katie in B2B Signs, said ‘I Do’ in a civil ceremony in the Springfort Hall Mallow in front of their closest family and friends. Best Man was Stephen’s brother James O’Neill Jr., and Groomsman was his friend James Hurley. Maid of Honour was Katie’s sister Debbie O’Sullivan and Bridesmaid was Amanda O’Shea, Katie’s friend. Stephen is the son of Breeda and James O’Neill Snr., and Katie is daughter of Sheila and Tim O’Sullivan. The couple met while attending Killarney Community College when Katie was 16 and Stephen was 18 and have been together ever since. However, Stephen admits that Katie is a patient woman as he only got up the courage to propose last year and the couple had been wedding planning ever

since. “It only took me 12 years to propose,” Stephen told the Killarney Advertiser this week. “She’s very patient. It is very hard to surprise her, but I did when she returned home from a trip to Paris with her sister. I got down on one knee and she couldn’t talk for a while after!” They opted for the beautiful Springfort Hall as their venue, which by coincidence is where Katie’s aunt got married 30 years ago, and said everything went off without a hitch on the day – including the weather. Killarney photographer Ian Cronin captured the very special moments of the day followed by a photoshoot with the bridal party in Doneraile Park. “The hotel was unbelievable,” he said. “We had great craic altogether.” And after months of planning the big day, the couple enjoyed a few days in Mount Juliet Estate, then Castlemartyr and tomorrow (Saturday) will head to Dubrovnik for a week.

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Surprise 60th birthday By his own admission, Robert Kerins is a hard man to shock - but his wife Joan got one up on him on Saturday night. They left their Lissivigeen home on the premise that just the two were going to celebrate his 60th birthday. But, when they arrived at the Royal Hotel, Robert was shocked to find almost his entire extended family there before him. “I am a hard man to shock,” he said. “But

I can tell you I was fairly surprised on Saturday. It is rare we are all together and we had a mighty night. The only one that was missing was my niece Elaine who is currently in Melbourne, Australia.” Robert is currently farming but is a former employee of Eircom in Killarney and is well-known in the locality.

BRIDE-TO-BE: Carol Gaine, who held her bridal shower afternoon tea party in The Killarney Royal Hotel on Saturday. Included is her mother Liz Gaine, mother-in-law to-be Kay Costello, bridesmaids Niamh Gaine and Mairead Laffan and friends. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Kerry and Cork meet for bridal party celebration In early November, Carol Gaine and Donal Costello will tie the knot. Carol is from Mallow and Donal hails from Tralee. So when Carol’s sister and bridesmaid Helen set about organising the bridal party, a celebration of the coming to-

gether of the women of the collective Gaine and Costello families, she picked the natural halfway destination between the two towns. And that is why a North Kerry and North Cork celebration ended up in the Royal Hotel last weekend!

FAREWELL: John and Rosaria O'Leary with work colleagues at a farewell function in The Killarney Avenue Hotel following their retirement from the Financial Shared Services (FSS) Centre at the Department of Justice and Equality in Killarney. John is well known as a former Kerry GAA PRO. Himself and his wife Rosaria retired after a combined service of 95 years from the department (47 and 48 years each). Picture: Eamonn Keogh

FAMILY GET TOGETHER: Robert Kerins celebrating his birthday with family and friends in The Killarney Royal Hotel on Saturday night. Seated from left are: Noreen O'Donoghue, Joan Kerins, Ella O'Donoghue, Mary O'Leary, Robert Kerins and Teresa O'Donoghue. Standing from left are: Gearoid Kerins, Martin O'Leary, John Kerins, Padraig O'Donoghue, Ian O'Leary, Pat O'Donoghue, Alex O'Leary, Sean Kerins and Calum O'Leary. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Birthday wishes to Seamus 'Sham' Courtney from Lough Guitane who turns 73 this coming Monday. Sham is planning to have a party with a sing-song and a bit of craic tonight (Friday) in Teddy Connors. Photo: Michelle Crean

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Now is the time to invest in next year’s garden September for me is synonymous with bulbs. I find it an exciting time of year as we are preparing for new beginnings. Cleaning up borders, discarding overgrown annuals there is a great sense of purpose to the early autumn. Bulbs are planted at two times of the year, depending on when they flower. Autumn flowering plants in the spring, so for example, Gladioli, Dahlias and Crocosmias are for sale in March and April, and should be planted then. The bulbs which are for sale now will flower in spring. Many people new to gardening expect to buy daffodils in spring, when they are in flower, not realising it is much more economical to plant them now. While it is possible to buy daffodils, crocus, tulips etc., in pots in the spring, typically you will only get two or three bulbs in a pot, for the same price that you might get 10 now. So be warned new gardeners, now is the time to invest in next year’s colour! In general, all bulbs fertile, well-drained soil as they spend most of their lives under the ground. It can help to put some potting grit or perlite under them when planting to help with drainage, however, this can also cause a permanent pool of water underneath them, which is not the desired effect. Adding a small amount of fertiliser can be helpful, however too much and you end up with lots of green-

Taste the Island with The Killarney Park and The Ross Killarney National Park is a theme park of natural wonders especially in the autumn season and The Killarney Park along with its little sister The Ross are celebrating all things natural and local by hosting two very special wine dinners as part of the Taste the Island Celebration.

ery and few flowers. Bone Meal in my experience is the best additive as it gives a good boost to root formation. One of the best ways to ensure future good flowering is to let the foliage die back into the bulb when flowering is over. It is very difficult to keep some bulbs going if they are not in an ideal location. Generally tulips are very hard to keep from year to year. They are originally from dry, rocky countries in the Middle East and not really suited to our wet heavy soil. They like a dry, gravelly or sandy soil – yet do not like to dry out either. Tulips are well worth the effort as they come in such an array of colours and styles. My personal favourites are the lily flowered tulips. These have a long slender flower which is tapered or fluted as opposed to the goblet shaped flowers of the more common tulips. They don’t open and fall apart as quickly as the goblet shaped varieties, and are better for coming back each year. Another favourite bulb of mine, which is technically a corm, is the small Anemone blanda. The bulbs for this little plant are very inexpensive, but they will reward you year after year with pretty flowers ranging from purple to mauve to pink and white. All bulbs should be planted roughly twice the depth of their height, so if a bulb is five cm tall, it should be planted around 15 cm deep, if it is two cm tall plant at a depth of six cm.

On Friday, October 18, The Killarney Park will host a special Food and Wine evening with a five-course tasting dinner paired perfectly with world renowned Masi Wines. The evening will be a celebration of all that is great about Kerry food, the best of the harvest season and topped off with some amazing wine pairings from Masi Wines. Wines will be expertly chosen by well-known Master of Wine, Mick O’Connell. Mick is just one of only seven Masters of Wine in Ireland. Executive chef, Heiko Riebandt, leads

the kitchen brigade at The Killarney Park. Having trained in luxury five-star hotels and resorts across the world, Heiko brings the tastes of ‘The Kingdom’ to the plate with his delectable menus. With a menu featuring Cromane Oyster Rockefeller Raviolo, Roasted Bramley Apple Sorbet, Black Faced Mountain Lamb, The Killarney Park signature ‘Gairdín’ chocolate and the chef’s selection of petit fours, the key ingredient from each dish has been carefully chosen to highlight the range and quality of local produce. The evening will begin with a drinks reception in the Library at 7pm and finish with a night cap in the Whiskey Room. The Killarney Park Taste the Island Evening is priced at €70 per person. For further information on The Killarney Park, visit www.killarneyparkhotel.ie, join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, and take a personalised tour of the hotel on YouTube.

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amount of viewers who engaged with our live tracking on the Facebook page. More than 14 countries worldwide were represented. Importantly for us the Kerry Way Ultra Marathon is a non-profit ‘no trace race’, and has earned its title as one of the best endurance races in the world in a short space of time.” There were three races in total - the Kerry Way Ultra - 200km, the Kerry Way UltraLite - from Sneem to Killarney and a new Kerry Way UltraNite - from Waterville to Killarney. It was Brian Buckley from Cork who raced home in an amazing time of 25hrs: 20mins and 28 secs, followed by Killarney’s Sean Clifford in a time of 25hrs: 56mins: 56secs. First Lady home was Aoife Mundow in an amazing time of 30hrs: 32mins: 24secs. Winner of the Kerry Way UltraNight was Dermot Maguire in a time of 11hrs: 10mins: 30secs and Tralee’s Sarah Enright was First Lady home in a blistering time of 11hrs: 55:mins: 08secs. Winner of the Kerry Way UltraLite was Robert Jankowski in 5hrs: 56mins: 02secs, in the Ladies race it was Lianne Van Dijk in a time of 6hrs: 40mins: 28secs.

Exhausting endurance on the Kerry Way It was another epic weekend of endurance and will-power as over 200 athletes took part in Ireland’s longest distance trail route. The Kerry Way Ultra is a 200km nonstop endurance race, in a 40 hour daunting race, traversing the MacGillycuddy's Reeks, Iveragh Peninsula’s ancient trails, and coastal cliffs. Race Director Eileen Daly together with support crews and volunteers steered their way around the Iveragh Peninsulas by-roads and butter roads in search for athletes from 6am on Friday morning to late on Saturday night. The racers were GPS tracked on the Kerry Way route, making locating their whereabouts on the Kerry Way more manageable. “I will never underestimate the determination of the runners, marshals, support crews and volunteers and the kindness of the Kerry Way landowners and South Kerry Development Partnership,” Eileen said. “The marathons reached a phenomenal

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Eileen Keohan, competing in the 200km non stop endurance race The Kerry Way Ultra Marathon.

Siobhan Hayes, competing in the 200km non stop endurance race The Kerry Way Ultra Marathon.

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Reeling in the years in Ballymac Ballymacelligott Vintage Club will host its second annual vintage day this Sunday in the field next to O’Riada’s Bar.

RECORD BREAKER: Elaine Burrows-Dillane, with members of her support team, before she set off from Dover on Tuesday morning. Photo: Kevin Williams

Tralee woman swims English Channel Tralee woman Elaine Burrows Dillane has become the first Kerry woman to swim the English Channel. Elaine swam from the English coast, near Dover, Kent, to Le Gris Nez in Pays de Calais in France on Tuesday. She left Dover at 7am, accompanied by her supporters which included her swimming coach Kevin Williams from Tralee, one of Ireland’s most experienced offshore swimmers who is Ger McDonald, and her daughter Muireann. They were on board a boat call ‘The Optimist’.

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The mother of two arrived in France around 12 hours and 45 minutes later. September is considered the best month for channel swims, sea temperature averaged 18C for the crossing. Her coach said that while the channel is 36km, due to current and tricky waters it is considered closer to 45km for swimmers. “The first eight-and-a-half hours of the swim the weather was fab and the water was like glass, beautiful and clear, but for the last four it was like someone turned on a light,” she told the Irish Independent. "It was very difficult. It was windy

and the waves were big so I was fighting the water and tried to go with it as it was quite rough.” Elaine is fundraising for Brain Tumour Ireland, a cause close to her heart as a close family friend of Elaine’s was diagnosed with a brain tumour aged four. Elaine is no stranger to daring sea swim feats, and in the summer of 2017, she became the first woman to swim from Blennerville to Fenit and back (16k). In 2018, she took on a bigger challenge, swimming a total of 21k from Blennerville to the Maharees.

Make Apps great again! Donald Trump’s re-election campaigners will launch a smartphone App this autumn to encourage supporters to donate, volunteer and reel in like-minded voters while also providing the president more unfiltered access to his followers. Supporters who download the all-in-one App are expected to be able to sign up for a ‘Make America Great Again’ rally, canvas a neighbourhood or call voters, maybe even register to vote as the cam-

paign looks to turn passive supporters into activists. One of the most important features will be the App’s use of prizes — maybe VIP seats or a photo with Trump — to persuade the most fervent supporters to recruit their friends, rewarding them as campaigns have been doing for top donors for years, according to people familiar with the plans. The upcoming launch is the latest sign of how Trump’s team is using its huge coffers to drive a more professional and data-driven op-

The event will feature vintage cars, tractors and organisers are hopeful that two steam engines will be on working display on the day. The event gets underway at 12noon. “We are aware that there is a Cars and Coffee event in Killarney the same day,” organiser George Glover told the Killarney Advertiser at the event launch last week. “But we invite participants in that event to come here afterwards, get two events in, and make a day of it.” Demonstrations of more labour intensive and less mechanised methods of saving and harvesting the crops with hand tools and horse machinery will be held too.

FULL STEAM AHEAD: Billy Mason’s steam threshing engine will make an appearance in Ballymac on Sunday

eration. While campaigns have had Apps for years, the Trump App is expected to let the president‘s team track followers in a more comprehensive way than ever before in its bid to secure the president another White House term. The App could help the campaign connect with potential voters as aides focus their re-election strategy more on turning out their conservative base on Election Day and less on persuading undecided people to vote for Trump. But first the campaign will need to persuade people to download the App, a task that digital experts say has doomed other Apps.

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Kerry sheep dogs on the international stage Kerry is well-represented on two of the world’s most-prestigious Sheepdog Trial competitions. Tom O'Sullivan from Kilcummin, is a member of the Irish team that will contest the International Sheepdog Trials in Scotland this weekend. He recently competed in the Irish National Sheepdog Trials in County Down where 150 sheepdog handlers and sheepdogs from all over Ireland competed to make the 15 man Irish Team for this weekend’s international event where 60 competitors from Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales will compete at the International for the top prize in sheepdog trialling.

“This is my third time on the Irish Team, having previously represented Ireland with one of my first trial dogs in 2008 and 2011,” Tom told the Killarney Advertiser. “I will compete with my threeand-a-half-year-old female border collie, North-Hill Tess, and was lucky enough to gain a place on this year’s team.” Meanwhile 14-year-old Tara Foley, who was a Munster champion at the age of 11, will feature on the world-famous BBC programme, ‘One Man and his Dog’. Last Sunday night the Glencar native and her dog Sky featured on the BBC ‘Countryfile’ programme as part of a preview to the famous sheep dog trialling programme.

FILM CREW: Bernd Goetz (cameraman), Mark Hammerl (sound engineer) and Nathaly Janho (director), pictured during filming for a popular German travel programme called ‘Service: Reisen Die Ratgeber’. Photo: Eamon Ward

Popular German travel programme films in Kerry A crew from Hessischer Rundfunk, a national TV station in Germany, has been filming in Kerry and along the Wild Atlantic Way this week – for a popular travel programme called ‘Service: Reisen Die Ratgeber’, which showcases different destinations around the world and offers holiday tips to German travellers. They are here as guests of Tourism Ireland and Fáilte Ireland. The TV crew will produce a 45-minute episode all about Ireland – as well as a series of five short episodes – which will air in early 2020 to more than 500,000 viewers, or potential holidaymakers for Ireland. They’ve been filming at lots of different locations, including Inch Strand and around Slea Head, and the Fahan Beehive Huts. They also did a dolphin and whale-watching tour around Dingle Harbour. They stayed in Dingle Benners Hotel. “Tourism Ireland was delighted to invite this German TV crew to film in Kerry and along the Wild Atlantic Way this week,”

Peter Nash, Tourism Ireland’s Manager for Central Europe, said. “The episode will be seen by more than 500,000 Germans, inspiring them to put Ireland on their holiday ‘wish list’ for 2020. Television and film are recognised as strong influencers for prospective holidaymakers and Tourism Ireland regularly works with TV and production companies in Germany and elsewhere around the world to facilitate the making of travel and lifestyle programmes and films around the island of Ireland.” Germany is the third-largest source of visitors to the island of Ireland and one of the largest outbound travel markets in the world. “In 2018, we welcomed 783,700 German visitors to the island of Ireland. Tourism Ireland has an extensive programme of promotions under way throughout 2019, to continue to grow German visitor numbers and, in particular, to encourage more German holidaymakers to explore our regions and less-visited attractions, during the shoulder and off-season months.”

MENTAL HEALTH: Cathaoirleach Cllr Niall Kelleher, launched Kerry’s second Mental Health and Well-being Fest at Killarney House on Monday. Also included were: Pat O’Brien, Lorraine Bowler, Donagh Hennebry, Deirdre Hegarty, Mairead O’Sullivan. Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

Countywide events for World Mental Health Day Over 100 events are being arranged at locations across Kerry which focus on and promote the positive mental health and well-being of all citizens in the county. Featuring workshops, seminars, coffee mornings, film screenings and a wide range of activities, the Fest will coincide with the annual World Mental Health Day and runs from October 5 to 19 at numerous locations across the county. Everyone in the county is encouraged to take time out to learn, talk, reflect, and engage with others around the topic of mental health and well-being, and to encourage anyone with mental health issues to reach out and avail of supports and services available. “The programme of events has come together with the support of all the local statutory agencies working together with

the very positive input of community and voluntary groups all over Kerry,” Donagh Hennebry, Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention, Cork-Kerry Community Healthcare with the HSE, said. “Among the highlights of the Fest will be a showing of the film, ‘My Other Life’, a discussion on building resilience, workshops on workplace well-being, parkruns, mindfulness, meditation and awareness sessions and more. Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Niall Kelleher, said the initiative will build on the positive feedback received for last year’s inaugural event. “This is another very positive collaborative initiative between the HSE and Kerry County Council and will, I hope, encourage everyone in the county to take the opportunity to focus mental health and well-being.” Full details on www.healthykerry.ie.

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Night time skincare routine As your skin naturally repairs itself at night, your night time routine should be all about treatment to give your skin what it needs. If your skin is looking dull - exfoliate. If it is irritated - hydrate and protect. To get rid of the day’s grime, dirt, oil and make-up, try double cleansing, which involves using a cleansing oil first to dissolve your make-up and then wash your face again with your regular cleanser. We use a face wash to remove all the excess sebum, dirt and make-up. This leaves your skin fresh and perfectly prepped to absorb your Sothys skincare products. At night, some people also like to layer toner which you’ll see as either mists, essences, beauty waters or hydrating serums. These are infused with different active ingredients. The purpose is mainly to hydrate and nourish skin.

Aside from addressing crow’s feet and dark circles, eye creams can also serve to protect your delicate eye area from your other skin care products. Apply using light circular movements around the eye socket, never on the movable part of the eye. Apply before your treatments to protect your eye area against potent ingredients, which could potentially cause irritation. Skin does the bulk of its repairing, restoring and regenerating as we sleep. Use an evening treatment depending on your skin's needs. If your skin is on the dry side, you may want to add a hydrating cream mask or face oil. Both product types are generally mild and can be typically used as often as your skin needs an extra boost of hydration. Night creams are generally thicker and heavier, designed to be absorbed over the course of several hours, creating a protective coating on the skin to prevent water evaporation while you sleep. Sothys Noctelle Vitamin C and AHA infused night cream has amazing results. For more information or to book a free skincare consultation with Jill call 064 6632966.

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SCHOOL TRIP: Transition Year and Fifth Year Spanish students in St Brigid’s Secondary School Killarney pictured enjoying themselves on a cultural and linguistic tour of Madrid. Students visited cultural locations including the Spanish Royal Palace and an Egyptian Temple from the Valley of the Kings donated to the Spanish Government. The girls also travelled to the city of Segovia which is a UNESCO World Heritage site with many monuments from the Roman era including its famous aqueduct. They toured El Escorial, a 15th century palace and monastery, where they learned a great deal about Spanish history.

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More than just hardware Located at the College Street roundabout, family-run Killarney Hardware is one of Killarney’s oldest traditional hardware stores, selling top quality tools, DIY supplies, exterior and interior paints, gardening equipment and lawn care products. Established 40 years ago, they have catered to the DIY needs of generations of Killarney people. But, as Anne Marie O’Sullivan Darcy explains, this is only part of what the shop has to offer. “We offer a full range of kitchen sup-

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HEALTH & FITNESS Advice - By Brian Foley Brian is available for advice and fitness consultations, Call 087 403 0894 or email info@activate.ie • www.activate.ie

Does lifting weights make you bulky? “I’m afraid to lift weights in case I get “big and bulky”, that’s something I hear frequently in our complimentary introductory chats here at Activate, and to be fair, it’s down to a plethora of information coming at you, the public. It’s hard to know what’s correct and what’s not! Many people believe that resistance training or lifting weights will make them heavy and bulky. Simply picking up a barbell will not make you huge. Ask anyone with a chiselled physique how long it took them and the answer is years. And most of the time their nutrition, training and lifestyle was specifically geared towards that goal. Put simply, if you want to get “bulky” you have to really focus on that goal and train for that specifically over a number of years. If you are interested in weight training, the fear of getting bulky shouldn’t put you off. There are countless benefits to weight training, beyond filling out your T-shirt sleeves. One of them is getting stronger. Heavy weight training in particular will create a neural adaptation, which means the brain gets better at recruiting muscles to perform the job of lifting the weight. This isn’t about

adding extra muscle fibres, it’s about getting better at using the ones you already have to perform a job – lifting your own bodyweight for a first pull-up, for example. Lifting your kids up, moving furniture, doing tasks like gardening, all examples of weight lifting in real life, that the gym can help you be better at for years to come. Lifting weights creates a better link between the brain and the body. It puts you in control of the most powerful tool you’ll ever own, your own body. Strength training should always form a part of your overall training structure and should, like all forms of training, be varied to ensure you enjoy a full spectrum of training benefits like max strength, strength endurance, speed strength, power….. the list goes on. At Activate we incorporate strength training into our varied program to ensure your body keeps adapting. You keep learning new skills, which keeps your brain and body younger! The benefits of lean mass are so great and, unless you’re training like a bodybuilder, the gains in muscle mass are so small that the weights room really should be your first port of call in the gym, no matter your goals.

IN STYLE: Fashion designer Umit Kutluk will be a special guest at the New Collections Luncheon & Show in the Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa in Killarney on Sunday, September 29.

Top designers to attend fashion luncheon

Top fashion designers Umit Kutluk and Helen Cody are the special guests at the most hotly anticipated fashion event of the new season - the New Collections Luncheon & Show in the Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa in Killarney. Taking place on Sunday, September 29, they will be joined by both emerging and established Kerry designers and leading boutiques over what promises to be a fashionable and fun filled afternoon. Helen Cody specialises in beautifully crafted, handmade, unique, or limited-edition pieces, using only the finest Italian, and French silks, organzas, cashmere and laces. She has dressed many Irish and international celebrities on the red carpet at the Oscar awards, Cannes Film Festival, Tony Awards and numerous Irish and international premieres. Umit Kutluk is especially known for hand-crafted, tailored, beautifully constructed old-world class combined with contemporary elegance showcasing diverse and detailed techniques which create a new interpretation of minimal chic. Among Umit’s most notable clients are the internationally renowned singer Enya, Sabina Higgins, President Michael D. Higgins, Imelda May, Glenda Gilson, Amanda Byram, Amy Huberman and Kathryn Thomas. Local milliner Carol Kennelly, who this month had a headpiece worn by Hollywood A-Lister Liv Tyler in British Tatler, will show her new collection at the Aghadoe, along with award winning

womenswear designer Tina Griffin. “The full line up is Carol Kennelly Millinery, Tina Griffin Designs, MacBees Killarney, Hannons of Castleisland, Weardrobe, Dunnes Stores, Divas and Dudes, La Femme, Jasmine, deBúrca Designs, House of Kerry, Coco at the Arcade, Aoife Hannon, Rita Zachar and Cathy Troth Millinery,” Orla Diffily, from Upfront Model Management who is producing show, said. Kindly sponsored by Kelliher's Toyota Tralee, the event is MC’ed by Elaine Kinsella from Radio Kerry, and will commence with a filmed ‘live from the red carpet’ followed by the drink’s reception in the newly opened Terrace Bar at the Aghadoe, she added. “Guests will enjoy a sumptuous four course luncheon with fine wines and fashion will be presented between the courses. Hair and make-up will be by the multi award winning team at the Sean Taaffe Group. The Best Dressed Lady will receive a €500 voucher from Adams Jewellers Killarney and Tralee.” Tickets €90 from eventbrite.ie or from reception in Radio Kerry or the Aghadoe Heights Hotel and selected boutiques.

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COMMUNITY NOTES Kilcummin GARDENING: Organic Gardening Course will run from autumn to spring on Thursdays from 1.30 3.30pm commencing on September 26. This course is run by Kilcummin Looking Good with the support of Kerry ETB Community Education. If you would like to learn how to create a garden that is both beautiful and productive or for more information or to reserve your place please contact Paula on 086 3667514. PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP: Kilcummin Parent and Toddler Group recommenced in the Recreational Hall Kilcummin on Monday September 2 at 10.30am. All welcome every Monday. JUNIOR SET DANCING: Enrolment for junior set dancing will take place on Friday 13 September from 7pm to 7.30pm in the Recreational Hall. Classes will commence at the same venue on Friday 20 at 7pm for beginners & intermediates followed at 8pm by advanced. Children are invited to join us from within & outside the parish. This is a great opportunity for your child to learn the art of set dancing, have fun and meet new friends. For details please contact Mary 087 9620135/ John 086 1579381. COMHALTAS: Kilcummin Comhaltas are now enrolling for group music classes for beginner and advanced and also for singing classes. These classes are open to all and for more information please contact 087 1191353. AGM: Kilcummin Comhaltas branch will be holding their AGM on Monday September 30 at 9.30pm in the Rural Development Office. All are welcome.

Comhaltas GLENFLESK CCÉ: Music class will resume in St Agatha's Community Centre on Thursday September 26. Registration for beginners and improvers at 7pm followed by class at 7.15pm. Registration for advanced students will be at 7.50pm. For more details contact Martina on 087 2966644 or Margaret on 087 2706390. Set dancing classes will be held each Wednesday. Beginners 5pm to 5.45pm and advanced 5.45pm to 6.45pm. Contact Linda 087 6423683 or Jennifer 086 1037496. All welcome to music and set dancing classes. CCÉ CILL ÁIRNE: The Macalla Tour of Ireland concert will take place in the new Dúchas concert hall in the IT Tralee on Wednesday, October 16. Tickets (Adults €15, juniors €8). The capacity of the centre is limited, therefore it is recommended to book your ticket as soon as possible. Bookings can be made from our honorary secretary Ann Mangan at 087 9403508. TORC: Torc Set Dancing festival is

celebrating their eight-year this November, with three Ceili and Three set dancing workshops. The festival runs from November 15-17 hosting Johnny Reidy Ceili Band on Friday night The Abbey on Saturday night and the finale ceili sees The Kingdom Ceili band on stage. Please contact Joan at 086 8718819 for all festival inquiries.

Kilcummin Comhaltas GROUPS: Kilcummin Comhaltas are now enrolling for group music classes for beginner and advanced and also for singing classes. These classes are open to all and for more information please contact 087 1191353. Kilcummin Comhaltas branch will be holding their AGM on Monday, September 30 at 9.30pm in the Rural Development Office. All are welcome. We will be holding our annual church gate collection in Kilcummin on the weekend of October 26/27. We will also be collecting at Tesco's Deerpark on October 18. Any support you can offer would be greatly appreciated.

Milltown Listry CCÉ CLASSES: Junior set dancing classes to begin shortly in Faha on Mondays from 6-7pm. Age 4 and up. Beginner and advanced. Call 087 9620135. Music classes also to begin at Faha with expert tutor Conor Moriarty with individual and group lessons. Call to 087 9698063 for details.

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Counselling Service 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.

Suicide Prevention Helplines

Kerry Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre 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

Killarney Al Anon The Killarney Al Anon meetings are held Tuesday nights at 8.30pm in St Claire’s, Vincent De Paul Building, Tesco Car Park, Beech Road, Killarney. Contact 086-8616001.

MS Support Group A support group for people with MS meets every Wednesday 9.30am to 1pm, at MS Meeting Rooms, Beech

Samaritans 1850609090 or freephone 116123 or text 0872609090, email jo@samaritans.ie, or visit a volunteer at 43 - 44 Moyderwell, Cloon Beg, Tralee.Pieta House, free counselling, freephone 1800247247or call 066-7163660 www.pieta.ie; South West Counselling Centre, Killarney, free suicide prevention and bereavement counselling, 064-6636416/6636100; Living Links, Kerry, 087-9006300; HSE South: Suicide Prevention Helpline 1800 742 745, Farm & Rural Stress Helpline 1800742645.

Aware Support & Self Care Group Peer to peer support and understanding for individuals experiencing depression, bipolar disorder and related mood conditions. Facilitated by Aware trained volunteers. Free of charge, all adults welcome and no referral necessary. Location: K.D.Y.S, Fairhill, Killarney, Co Kerry. Time: The Aware Support & Self Care group meeting will take place on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 7.30 pm in the KDYS, Fair Hill, Killarney. www.aware.ie

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club MAR LOUGHLAN: Last Sunday the club had the great honour of being presented with the Mar Loughlan Shield once again having been the top club on the day against some of Munster's top clubs and anglers. A good turn out of club anglers on the day meant that most areas of the lake were being fished and despite angling set backs such as lines wrapped around propellers and rods breaking, perseverance paid off and some fine catches push us up to top position. The Top five club anglers on the day were 1 Tom Dennehy (also heaviest trout), 2 Gary Fleming, 3 Mick Linehan, 4 Liam Buckley, 5 Gerry Buckley. The Shield will take pride of place at our annual dinner and prize giving on Saturday November 2 in the International Hotel. FIXTURE: This weekend the club fishes in Caragh Lake for the Church Island Cup and next weekend its back on the home water for the annual competition on Lough Lein. This competition always attracts a great turn out and we would encourage all club anglers to wet a line on the day. We are most grateful to all our sponsors for their valued support in making this competition such an annual success. Entries now been taken to any club officer.

GRADUATION: Tara Casey from Muckross Road, Killarney who received her Batchelor of Science Degree with First Class Honours in Sport and Excerise Sciences when she graduated at Limerick University this week pictured with her proud parents Vincent and Bernadette and brother Luke.

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SUPERCAR: Ryan Thomas of Coronation Street is welcomed to The Brehon Hotel by Niall Kelleher (Mayor of Kerry) and Sinead McCarthy (General Manager The Brehon Hotel) on Friday night.

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SUPERCARS: An Aston Martin taking part in The Cannonball Ireland run at The Brehon Hotel, Killarney on Friday night in aid of the Irish Cancer Society.

Over €100 million worth of cars were in town as part of the annual Cannonball Ireland Road Trip as the action-packed supercar spectacle rolled into Killarney. The place was full of legendary supercars representing McLaren, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Porsche, Maserati, Rolls Royce and Bentley amongst many other cars never-before-seen in The Kingdom. Following the official start at Malahide Castle earlier that day, the 200 supercars and crews made their way to The Brehon

Hotel for the first official overnight halt of the three-day event. Spectators got up close and personal with 190 of the finest cars on the planet and mingled freely with some of the celebrity participants including Love Island’s Tom Walker and former Coronation Street star Ryan Thomas. The motoring festival is renowned for its colour and festive atmosphere and many of the participants were in fancy dress including a very realistic looking President Trump, Spiderman, Cat Woman, Wonder

Woman, Batman and The Joker. Organisers say that over 200,000 fans lined the streets all over Ireland for Cannonball, which over the years has raised €1,016,000 for Irish charities. This year, the charity benefactor is the Irish Cancer Society. Mike O’Mahony from Barraduff participated in the run in his Jaguar F Type. Local involvement included Rally of the Lakes Clerk of the Course, Dermot Healy, who acted as an event coordinator. “We were absolutely blown away by the welcome we got in Killarney,” founder Alan Bannon said. “A very special thanks to the Brehon Hotel and The Gleneagle Hotel for their hospitality. Nothing was a problem for them

and they went the extra mile and more. Thanks also to Dermott Healy for his constant help and support both on the day and the lead up to the event. Thanks to An Garda Síochána and thanks to all of the businesses in the town for supporting the event.” And he didn’t forget the spectators for their support. “Finally, I want to personally thank each and all of the thousands of spectators who came to welcome us,” he said. “It was an incredible feeling and everybody talked about the warm welcome, generosity to our charity and remarkable friendliness of the people of Killarney.” Kerry-based car enthusiasts were invited to show their machinery alongside the Cannonballers in the Gleneagle/Brehon Hotel car park. Cars on show included Ken O’Neill’s rare Lancia Delta Integrale and Brian Glover’s Nissan GT-R. The 200 cars left Killarney, in convoy, at 10.30am on Saturday morning and made their way to Sligo for the second overnight halt. Event sponsors included local firms like Ballyseedy Garden Centre in Tralee and Keane’s Jewellers in Killarney.

IN DISGUISE: Ryan Thomas former Coronation Street star dressed as a nun with friends including the Pope taking part in The Cannonball Ireland run at The Brehon Hotel.

TV STAR: Tom Walker of 'Love Island' Fame with his grandad Bill Archie is welcomed to Killarney by Mayor of Kerry Niall Kelleher and Sinead McCarthy (General Manager The Brehon Hotel). Photo: Don MacMonagle

FAMILY FUN: Killarney families, Janet, Owen and Jack Breen, Suzanne, Nathan and Molly Moloney and Antoinette O'Shea enjoying Cannonball.

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Over €10 million worth of supercars roll into town If you were wandering around the Muckross Road area on Friday evening last you would be forgiven if you believed some sort of a time machine transported you to downtown Monte Carlo.

LOCAL HERO: Barraduff car enthusiast Mike O'Mahony taking part in The Cannonball Ireland run in his Jaguar.

WELCOME: ’Kim Jung-Un' is welcomed to The Brehon Hotel by Mayor of Kerry Niall Kelleher while taking part in The Cannonball Ireland.

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CHRISTENING: Baby Ryan James Palmer with parents Chloe Palmer and Paul O'Sullivan and godparents Helen Palmer and Liam Palmer at the christening party in The Killarney Avenue Hotel on Saturday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

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In loving memory of Peggy Cronin, Late of Kilbrean, Killarney, Who passed away on the 13th of September 2018. As we lovingly remember our Mother Peggy on her first anniversary, we the family would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support. We would like to express out heartfelt appreciation to all those who sympathised with us on our sad loss. Thanks to those who sent mass cards and messages of sympathy, those who provided food and refreshments, those people who travelled long distances, those who called to our home and all those who attended Peggy’s removal, funeral mass and burial. A special word of thanks to our wonderful neighbours in Kilbrean for the guard of honour that they provided for Peggy on her final journey from her beloved home. A sincere thanks to Dr. Coffey and Martina of Ross Medical Centre for the dedication, care and comfort received by Peggy over the years and in particular during her final months. Our family will be forever grateful to you both. A special thank you to all those who helped us to care for our mom Peggy at home. Thank you to her home help Sheila and carer Mary, the district nurses and home care team who were so attentive at all times. Thank you to Fr. Kieran O Brien for the many visits to Peggy in her home and for celebrating her requiem mass with a beautiful portrayal of her life as a loving wife, mother, nan and great grandmother. The family would also like to thank O’Shea’s Undertakers & staff for their professionalism and dignity. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgment as an expression of our appreciation for your kindness and compassion. The Holy Sacrifice of the mass will be offered for your intentions.

In loving memory of In loving memory of Peggy Cronin, Late of Kilbrean, Killarney, Who passed away on the 13th of September 2018. Wonderful Nan Of all the special, Gifts in life, However great or small, To have you as our Nan, Was the greatest gift of all. May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper in your ear, “We love and miss you Nan and wish that you were here” Deep in our hearts , Your life is kept, To love and cherish, never forget, No more tomorrow’s, We can share, But yesterdays are always there. A silent thought, A secret tear, Keeps your memory, Ever near, In our hearts forever. xxx Loved and remembered by all your grandchildren, Séan, Mathilda, Paudie, Patrick, Tríona, Antoinette, Mairéad, Marie, Mag, Juliette, Sinéad, Leanne, Trish, Shane, Darragh, Katie and Áine.

In loving memory of Deborah Diggin, Late of 14 Emmetts Tce, Killarney, Aged 91 years. Rest In Peace As we lovingly remember Deborah on her 1st Anniversary we her family would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all those who sympathised with us on her passing and to all those who sent Mass cards and messages of support. We are especially grateful to those who travelled long distance to attend her funeral service. We thank especially all the staff of Our Lady of Lourdes Nursing Home Kilcummin for their kindness and care. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. Don’t remember me with sadness, Don’t remember me with tears, Remember all the laughter, We shared throughout the years. The first anniversary Mass for Deborah will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Cathedral Killarney on Saturday 21st of September 2019 at 6.15pm.

3RD ANNIVERSARY BROSNAN

4TH ANNIVERSARY DALY

Softly in the morning. Softly in the morning, You heard a gentle call, You took the hand God offered you, And quietly left us all. Just a prayer from the family who loved you just a memory fond and true in our hearts, you will live forever because we thought the world of you. A light from our household gone, A voice we loved is still, A place is vacant in our home, That can never be filled.

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.

May she rest in peace dear Jesus In Thy heavenly home above with the Sacred Heart of Jesus in his own eternal love.

Sadly missed by your daughters Mary and Josie and your son Mick, granchildren Craig, Johnny, Kerri, Dean, Sarah and Keelan.

Always loved and forever in our hearts, your children Ann, Sheila, Pat, Donal, Catherine, Margaruite and the late Mary, daughters in law, sons in law, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 1st Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Friday 13th September at 6.15pm in St.Marys Cathedral.

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.S.

In loving memory of John Daly, Late of Buddihans Kilcummin, Killarney Co. Kerry, who died on the 15th of September 2015.

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In loving memory of Teresa Brosnan (nee O Sullivan) Knockacorrin, Currow, Killarney, Who died on 15th September 2016. We hold you close within our hearts And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again. So Rest In Peace, dear loved one And thanks for all you’ve done. We pray that God has given you The crown you’ve truly won. Always remembered by your loving son Ger, daughter Helen and Son in Law Niall. NANA You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, a time to care, A loving nature warm & true, These are the memories we have of you. Fondly remembered by your grandchildren Tracey, Denise & Conor.

DALY

3RD ANNIVERSARY BROSNAN

In loving memory of John Daly late of Buddihans Kilcummin, Killarney Co. Kerry , Who died on the 15th of September 2015. Just a prayer from the family who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our hearts you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you. Sadly missed by your loving son Patrick, daughter-in-law Helena, and grandsons Patrick and Luke.

In loving memory of Teresa Brosnan, Late of Knockacorrin, Currow, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Who passed away on 15th September 2016. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear. Always in our hearts and in our thoughts, your son Niall, daughter-in-law Catherine and grandchildren Michael & Cathal.

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In loving memory of Mary O’Doherty O’Connor, Late of Knockrour West, Scartaglen and formerly of Marian Terrace Killarney, Who died on the 19th of September 2017. Rest in Peace

Thinking every day, of our dear brother, Cornelius Guerin, Beloved son of the late Cathy and Cornelius Guerin, Irish Cottage , Muckross Road,Killarney, Who very sadly, and to young, left us on 22/9/14

In loving memory of Ernie Looney Late of 33 Woodlawn Road Killarney Who died on the 13th of September 2014.

We little knew that morning, That God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same,

Benedictus by John O’Donohue (1956 - 2008)

It broke our hearts to lose you, You did not go alone, For parts of us went with you, The day God called you home.

On the day when the weight deadens, on your shoulders and you stumble, may the clay dance to balance you.

ENRIGHT

In loving memory of Patricia Enright, Late of Fossa, Killarney. Who passed away on the 27th of September 2018. On the first anniversary of the death of our beloved wife and mother, we, the family of Patricia, would like to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all those who sympathised with us, called to our house, attended the rosary, removal, funeral mass and burial. We would also like to thank those who travelled long distances to attend the removal and mass and the many who sent mass cards and letters of sympathy. Also thank you to those who made a donation to the Palliative Care in KUH, Tralee. We would like to extend specials thanks to Dr Patricia Sheehan, Palliative care home care team and most especially our kind neighbours. Thanks also to our extended family and to Patricia’s work colleagues and friends for their support and understanding at a difficult time. We would especially like to thank Fr Tom Looney for his beautiful celebration of the funeral mass, the musicians, and all those who helped make it such a meaningful ceremony. Also many thanks to O’Shea’ s Funeral Directors for their professionalism, guidance and kindness. Thanks to the Aghadoe Heights Hotel & Spa for the wonderful food you provided for us – your generosity is greatly appreciated. Finally, a special thanks to all our extended family, our neighbours and our friends for their support. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our gratitude. Mass will be offered for your intentions. Patricia’s first anniversary mass is on Friday 20th September 2019 at 7.30pm at the Prince of Peace Church, Fossa.

From your loving husband Jerry, family and friends. Anniversary mass will be held in Our Lady of Lourdes Church Scartaglen on Sunday the 15th of September at 10.30am.

4TH ANNIVERSARY FOLEY

For Cornelius

And when your eyes freeze behind the grey window and the ghost of loss gets in to you, May a flock of colours, indigo, red, green and azure blue come to awaken in you a meadow of delight. When the canvas frays in the currach of thought and a stain of ocean blackens beneath you, May there come across the waters a path of yellow moonlight to bring you safely home.

In loving memory of Pat Foley, Mounthenry, Firies, Killarney, Who died on the 20th September 2015. Your presence we miss, Your memory we treasure, Loving you always, Forgetting you never. From your loving wife Kitty and family. Pat’s Anniversary Mass will be held in St Gertrude’s Church Firies on Tuesday September 17th at 7.30pm.

May the nourishment of the earth be yours, may the clarity of light be yours, may the fluency of the ocean be yours, may the protection of the ancestors be yours. And so may a slow wind work these words of love around you, an invisible cloak to mind your life. From your Family Catherine, Ella and Connie and your sisters and brothers Mary, Patrick, Margaret, Timothy, Denis and their families.

In loving memory of Sheila Power, Late of 141 Ballyspillane, Killarney, Who died on the 14th of September 2018.

Loved and remembered always by Mam, brother and sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews xx

ST. THERESA St. Theresa the Little Flower, please pick me a rose from thy heavenly gardens and send it to me with a message of love. Ask God to please grant me the favour I thee implore and tell him I will love him each day more and more. Amen. L.O.R

21ST ANNIVERSARY WHITE

In loving memory of William White, 8 Marian Tce, Killarney, Who died on 12th September 1998. Your life was love and labour, Your love for your family true, You did your best for all of us, We will always remember you. Dearly loved and missed by your daughters Kay and Vera, sons Billy, Tommy, Philip and Noel, daughtersin-law, sons-in-law and all the grandchildren. Anniversary Mass on 12th September at 9.30am in The Church Of The Resurrection.

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5TH ANNIVERSARY

BROSNAN

Somewhere beyond the sunset, Where loved ones never die, You sleep in a beautiful garden, Beneath a golden sky. Though Heaven and earth divide us, We are never far apart, For you are always in our thoughts, And forever in our hearts.

Sadly missed by your father, mother, sister and brothers.

HEALY

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCES

Birthday remembrance of Mary Brosnan and Dan Brosnan both late of Rockfield Faha.

In the shadow of our sorrows, Past the whisper of goodbye, Love shines through eternity, A heartbeat from our eyes.

CRONIN

1ST ANNIVERSARY POWER

Like a shadow in the moonlight, Like the whisper of the seas, Like the echoes of a melody, Just beyond our reach.

Today is such a painful day, Full of sadness and grief for me, As I mourn the moment that you left, Recalling how life used to be. You were someone very special, Who left your mark on so many lives, Things just haven’t been the same, Since we said goodbye. The bond we shared will never end, Even though we are apart, I find comfort in the memories, Deep within my heart.

In loving memory of our son and brother Gerard Cronin, Knockdoorah, Headford, Who died on the 14th Sept 2009 In loving memory of Mary Healy 2 Monastery Gardens, Killarney, Co. Kerry Who died on the 13th September 2014. No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you. Always loved and remembered by your daughter Betty, son-in-law Jim and family. The Anniversary Mass to remember Mary and her husband Humphrey will be celebrated in St Mary’s Cathedral Killarney on Saturday 28th September at 6.15 pm.

The heartfelt message is for you, I miss you more than words can say, The world lost someone precious, On the day you went away. Always loved, dearly remembered and sadly missed by your husband Pat, daughter’s Laura and Linda, son David and grandchildren Shane and Dean. xxx Anniversary mass will be held on Saturday the 14th at 5.45 in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

He left us quietly, His thoughts unknown, But left us a memory, We are proud to own, So treasure him lord, in your garden of rest, for when on earth, He was one of the best Sadly missed by Mom, Martina, Sean, Annette, Denis, Michelle, Paul, Lorna & Dylan. Anniversary mass Sunday 15th Sept in St Joseph’s Church, Rathmore at 11.30am.

MIRACLE PRAYER ST. THERESA St. Theresa the Little Flower, please pick me a rose from thy heavenly gardens and send it to me with a message of love. Ask God to please grant me the favour I thee implore and tell him I will love him each day more and more. Amen. E.M

Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I have asked You for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, dear Heart of Jesus and place it within Your own Heart where Your Father sees it. Then, in His merciful eyes it will become Your favour not mine. Amen. Say for three days, promise publication and favour will be granted. MOD

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O’BRIEN

7TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Seani McCarthy, Knockeenduve, Killarney, Who died on the 13th of September 2015. Sometimes it seems a lifetime, Sometimes it seems a day, But in our hearts and in our minds, You are never far away. You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, a time to care, Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today. Sadly missed, remembered always, by your sister Anna, Charles, Jackie, Fay and Mark.

Seani McCarthy late of Knockeenduve and 6 Marian Terrace, Killarney. Died Sept 13th 2015. Sunshine passes and shadows fall And love and memories outlast them all. Unseen, unheard, you are always near. Still Loved, still missed, still very dear. Lovingly remembered by: Kate, Nial, Keith, Jake & Rogan.

4TH ANNIVERSARY MCCARTHY

In loving memory of Seani McCarthy, Who died on 13th September, 2015. Seaní is never really lost to usWe feel him in so many special ways, Through friends he always cared about and dreams he left behind, In the beauty that he added to our days... In words of wisdom we still carry with us and memories that will never be gone.. Seaní is never really lost to us... Because everywhere, his special love lives on.

Treasured memories of my brother Seani McCarthy, Late of Knockeenduve and 6 Marian Terrace, Killarney, Co. Kerry, Who left this life on the 13th of September 2015. Brave Seani A little corner of our heart, Is set aside for you, As long as life and memories last, We will always remember you. Sadly and forever missed by your sister Geraldine, Nephew Mark, Nieces Crystal and Michelle.

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Forever in our hearts and thoughts Loved always Patricia, Iain and Alan

4TH ANNIVERSARY MCCARTHY

In Loving Memory of Seani McCarthy Late of Knockeenduve and Marian Tce. Who died on the 13th September 2015. Don’t weep at my grave for I am not there I’ve a date with a butterfly to dance in the air.

In loving memory of Jerry (Jeremiah) O’Brien, Late of 44 O’Kellys Villas, Killarney, Who passed away on the 13th of August 2019 His sister Sheila Manhire and his nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, and extended family, on the sad occasion of Uncle Jerry’s passing wish to express our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for all the help and support we received at this difficult time. For all those who called to the house, attended the rosary, the removal and the Funeral Mass and burial. To Fr. Niall Howard for his beautiful celebration of Uncle Jerry’s Funeral Mass, also a special word of thanks to his co-celebrant Fr. Paddy O’Donoghue. To the Cathedral choir and to Uncle jerry’s neighbour Conor O’Leary and his brothers for the lovely music. To all those who sent mass cards, floral tributes, phoned with messages of sympathy and those who travelled long distances to be with us. To Mike O’Shea Funeral Directors and staff for their support and kindness in carrying out Uncle Jerry’s wishes so professionally.

Time passes by, Life goes on, It’s not the same now you are gone, We think about you every day, And in our hearts you’ll always stay. Loved and very much missed by Paul & Eileen.

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I’ll be singing in the sunshine, wild and free playing tag with the wind while I am waiting for thee.

During Uncle Jerry’s time in the District Hospital he received wonderful care, he was treated with respect, dignity, kindness and friendship which he was very grateful and appreciative of.

A special thanks to Uncle Jerry’s life long friends and wonderful neighbours whose kindness and friendship he appreciated so much. As it would be impossible to thank you all individually, we trust that you will accept this acknowledgement as a token of our heartfelt appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. Months Mind Mass in St. Mary’s Cathedral on Monday September 16th at 6.15pm.

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Loved forever Margaret.

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.S.

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Recall to mind the way he spoke, And all the things he said, His strength, his wisdom, the way he was, Remember them instead. Sadly missed by Abbie, Mary, and Hannah, brothers Denis and John and their families.

7TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’SULLIVAN

In loving memory of Thomas O’Sullivan, Late of Cockhill Kilcummin, Who died the 13th of September 2012, Also a birthday remembrance of our loving mother Norann whose birthday occured on the 5th of September. We made it home. We just wanted to let ye all know that we made it home. Everything is so pretty here, so white so fresh so new, We wish that ye could close ye’re eyes so ye could see it too. Please try not to be sad for us, Try to understand. God is taking care of us.. we’re in the shelter of his hands. Here there is no sadness, and no sorrow, and no pain. Here there is no crying and will never hurt again. Here it is so peaceful, when all the Angels sing, We really have to go for now... We have just got to try our wing’s. Ps.. we will be the first face ye all see when ye get here! Deeply missed and always remembered by your children Miriam, Brendan, John, Annmaire, Tom, Joanna, Siobhan, Noel Liz and Eddie. XXX

.......... But oh for the touch of a vanished hand, And the sound of a voice that is still.

Remember him with a smile today, He wasn’t one for tears, Reflect instead on memories, Of all the happy years.

We would like to thank most sincerely Dr. John McCullagh, Dr. Miriam McCarthy and Dr. Andrew Regan for their life long care of Uncle Jerry.

To all the staff of the District Hospital our sincere gratitude and heartfelt thanks for all the wonderful care given to Uncle Jerry. In loving memory of Seani McCarthy, Late of Knockeenduve and 6 Marian Tce Killarney, Who died on September 13th, 2015.

In loving memory of Tom O’Sullivan, Cockhill, Kilcummin, who died on 13th September 2012, also birthday remembrance to our sister-inlaw Noranne O’Sullivan whose birthday occurred on the 5th of September.

In loving Remembrance of Seaní McCarthy, Who’s 4th anniversary occurs 13th September. Those special memories of you, Will always bring a smile, If only I could have you back just for a while, Then we could sit, talk and fight again just like we used to do. You always meant so very much to us and always will do too, The fact that you are no longer here, Will always cause us pain, But you will always be in our hearts, deep until we meet again. Sadly missed by Willy, Maureen & Family.

Treasured memories of our wonderful brother Seaní McCarthy, Late of Knockeenduve & Marian Place, Killarney, Who died on the 13th of September 2015. The tide recedes but leaves behind, Bright seashells on the sand, The sun goes down, but gentle warmth still lingers on the land. The music stops and yet it echoes on in sweet refrains... For every joy that passes, Something beautiful remains. Remembered with love Kathleen, Laura and Niall.

Love and miss ye Nana & Granda Amy, Darragh, Kian, Adam, Kerri, Gavin, Evan, Robyn, Chloe, Tyler, Ella, Thomas and Ethan. XXXX Mass for Thomas & Noranne is on Saturday 14th September at 8.00pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Church Kilcummin.

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

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In loving memory of Denis O’Donoghue, Late of Upper Sunny Hill, Killarney, Who died on the 16th September 1989 R.I.P.

In loving memory of my dear father, John Murphy, Late of 2 Torc Terrace, Killarney, Who died on 15th September 2000.

Lovingly thinking of Mick, Loreto Road, Killarney Who died on 6th September 2016.

Those we love remain with us, For love itself lives on, And cherished memories never fade, Because a loved one’s gone,

We thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new, We thought about you yesterday, And the days before that too,

Down the path of memories, We gently thread today, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, As life goes on it’s way.

We think of you in silence, We often speak your name, All we have are memories And your picture in a frame.

Always remembered by his wife Sheila, son Trevor, daughter Lorraine, grandchildren and extended families.

Your memory is our keepsake, With which we’ll never part, God has you in His keeping, We have you in our hearts.

20TH ANNIVERSARY

No farewell words were spoken, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it And only God knows why.

SHALLOW

In loving memory of Matthew Shallow, Crohane, Fossa, Killarney, Who died on the 12th September 2018. On this 1st anniversary of Matthew’s passing, his wife Geraldine, sons Stephen, Matthew and Peter, Daughtersin-law Sile and Francesca, sisters Marie, Jean and Geraldine, would like to express their sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with them in their sad loss. Special thanks to our wonderful neighbours, relatives and friends, as well as Matthew’s work colleagues and customers who travelled to be with us. Your generosity and kindness shown to visiting family and friends was much appreciated. Special thanks also to those who sent mass cards, messages of condolence as well as donations to Marymount Hospice. We would like to thank O’Shea’s Funeral Home for their kind professional support and Fr. Tom Looney who celebrated mass. To Kate Canning, Fíona O’Fiaich, Sile and Aodán ó Dubhghaill for the beautiful singing and music at the mass and graveside. Our sincere thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff of Cork University Hospital. To Dr. Donal Coffey, Ann O’Brien and Joan Willms for their medical care. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this notice as acknowledgement of our very sincere appreciation. Mass will be offered for your intentions. Rest in Peace

JESUS May your Sacred Heart Lord Jesus, be praised, glorified and honoured throughout the whole world now and forever. Repeat this 3 times. M.O.R

PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY O Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me herein you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in my necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. O Mary conceived without sin pray for us who have recourse to thee (3 times). Holy Mary I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. Amen. This prayer must be said for three days and after that the request will be granted and the prayer must be published. Thank you for favours received. G.S

O’SULLIVAN

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by your daughter Karen and son-in-law Seamus.

In loving memory of John M O’Sullivan Who died on 5th September, 1999.

Anniversary Mass in St. Mary’s Cathedral on Monday 16th September at 6.15pm.

Your life was one of kindly deeds A helping hand for others needs Sincere and true in heart and mind Beautiful memories left behind We hold you close within our hearts Dear Johnny And there you shall remain To walk with us throughout our lives Until we meet again.

4TH ANNIVERSARIES

Forever in our hearts and always remembered by nephews Liam, Harry and family, Freddie and family, friend Mary, relatives and friends.

In loving memory of Paddy and Kathleen Moynihan, Clounts Rathmore.

MOYNIHAN

A Thought from the family, Who loved you, A Memory fond and true, In our hearts you will live forever, Because we thought the world of you. Love always, Breda and all the family. Anniversary Mass, Sunday September 8, St. Mary’s Cathedral, 12 Noon.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

Sadly Missed by your Family.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART

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

We think of you in silence, We always speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame. Your Resting place we visit, And put flowers there with care. But no one knows the heartache As we turn and leave you there.

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Nothing to fear Kerry rattled Dublin two weeks ago. Now it’s time to finish the job, writes Adam Moynihan ALL-IRELAND SFC FINAL REPLAY

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Kerry v Dublin

Saturday, September 14 at 6pm Croke Park

The emotions are back in check (just about) and we’re ready to do it all again. On Saturday night, either Dublin or Kerry will be celebrating a historic All-Ireland triumph. Well, unless there’s another draw. Stranger things have happened, although to be honest I don’t think we’d be able to take the stress of it all. They’ll have to flip a coin or something. You’d be bate from it. Every game brings its own challenges but Peter Keane and Jim Gavin have some really, really big decisions to make for this replay. It was such a mixed bag for both managers two weeks ago. I suppose the difficulty lies in making the right adjustments to fix the bad without adversely affecting the good. It’s a fine line but both managers will have to walk it tomorrow.

BIG TOM

The question on everyone’s lips in this part of the world is, “what do we do with Tommy Walsh?” The man mountain from Kerins O’Rahilly’s has caused mayhem as a second-half substitute in consecutive games. Should Kerry keep him in reserve and hope for more of the same,

REMATCH: Paul Geaney and his Kerry teammates will be going all out to stop the Drive for Five. Pic: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile.

13.09.2019 or does his form merit, or even demand, a starting berth? Walsh is a firm fan favourite and it’s tempting to say, “just throw him in” but Keane and his management team will be weary of the worst-case scenario. What if you start Walsh and Dublin shut Kerry down in the first half, or what if Walsh, now accustomed to the substitute’s role, fails to find his feet as a starter? Then what? Killian Spillane has proven himself to be a great option from the bench but going by the squad for the drawn game, he would be the only alternative in terms of inside forwards. I don’t think you can go into a game of this magnitude with just one scoring forward in reserve. If either Walsh or Spillane do get the nod, Keane would surely consider recalling James O’Donoghue to the 26 (if he wasn’t already thinking of doing so).

MATCH-UPS

By and large, both Keane and Gavin will be pleased with the performances of their man markers a fortnight ago. David Clifford, Paul Geaney, Stephen O’Brien, Con O’Callaghan and Paul Mannion were fairly quiet in terms of scoring output, a testament to the diligent marking jobs done by their direct opponents on the day. Jonny Cooper was tormented by David Clifford in the first half so it would be surprising if he’s tasked with guarding the Fossa youngster again. Michael Fitzsimons made Clifford work very hard when he was switched onto him so that might be the natural choice for Jim Gavin this time out.

NO FEAR

“We left it after us” may have been the refrain in the immediate aftermath of that emotionally draining encounter two weeks ago but I don’t buy into that. The more you think about it, the more reasons there are to be cheerful, and confident, heading up to Dublin for the rematch. Even with 15 men, the reigning champions coughed up so many golden opportunities and on another day, Kerry could have been five points up at half time. Let’s hope that other day is Saturday, September 14. I was relatively confident heading into the first game but I was nearly afraid to say it. This time around I have no fear. And, far more importantly, neither will the players. VERDICT: Kerry for Sam.

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“Tomorrow will be a very different game" Former Kerry and Dr Crokes goalkeeper Eamonn Fitzgerald previews the All-Ireland Final replay | By Eamonn Fitzgerald Kerry and Dublin played out a thrilling draw two weeks ago and they will return to Croke Park tomorrow for the replay. Throw-in is at 6pm which is very awkward and expensive for Kerry supporters. The drawn game was a thriller. It had everything. End-to-end stuff, great contests, terrific man-marking, cards, a sending off and a saved penalty as well as the eight minutes of extra time. It will be a very different game tomorrow.

Even though Dean Rock had a last-gasp free to edge in front it would have been a travesty of justice if Dublin had won. They came into the drawn game as runaway favourites and a very young Kerry side was given no chance. The reality was very different. Peter Keane got the match-ups bang on target and so many of the Dublin players struggled. The following players played up to form: Stephen Cluxton, Jack McCaffrey and Dean Rock. Team boss Gavin erred by not moving Jonny Cooper off David Clifford. It was no surprise that

he was red-carded. Keane had more of his players going well. What’s more, the Kerry subs did well, in particular Tommy Walsh who made a big contribution when he came on. He should have come on at half-time. Dublin were able to draw the game with so few players doing well. Contrast that with Peter Keane who had 13 players going well. Will they be able to repeat those performances tomorrow? Kerry could have scored four goals but the only one to beat Cluxton was Spillane with that late goal which brought Kerry right back into contention. Seán O’Shea was magnificent in general play and from frees, shooting 10 fabulous points. He gave McCarthy a torrid time. David Clifford also did well. He did hit four wides but he scored two points and engineered the penalty and the cards which led to Dublin getting a man sent off.

CHANGES

Dublin will ring in the changes. I think Micheal Darragh McCauley, John Small, and David Byrne will be dropped to the bench with Jonny Cooper moving to the half-back line. They will welcome Cian O’Sullivan back as a sweeper if he has recovered from injury. I foresee no changes on the Kerry starting 15 with a move back to half-back for Gavin White. Good displays tomorrow will copper fasten the All-Star selection. Presuming that they play well, I expect the following All-Stars for Dublin: Stephen Cluxton, Jack McCaffrey, Dean Rock, Paul Mannion and possibly Brian Howard. For Kerry I expect Seán O’Shea, Stephen O’Brien and David Moran. Tom O’Sullivan needs a big game to get in. David Clifford may have to wait until next year. VERDICT: DUBLIN Everyone in Kerry GAA was saddened to hear of the passing of Dermot Moynihan of Kilcummin earlier this week. He was a staunch supporter of everything GAA and he will be missed in the press box in Fitzgerald Stadium on big match days, as well as at his much-loved Kilcummin GAA. Go ndéana Dia trócaire ar a anam uasal. DECISION TIME: Will Peter Keane switch his captain Gavin White to half back? Pic: Harry Murphy/ Sportsfile.

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How did a Kenyan international footballer with 25 caps end up in the blue of Killarney Athletic? Teammate Adam Moynihan sat down with Paul Kiongera to find out When I first heard that Triona Sheehy, a teacher from Killarney, was going out with a professional footballer in Kenya, I did what any self-respecting journalist would do. I googled him. Paul Mungai Kiongera immediately passed the acid test: he had a Wikipedia page. That’s all the verification I needed. He must be the real deal. Then I glanced at the side panel to check out his career stats. The 30-year-old had scored 50 league goals in 110 games for Kenyan Premier League clubs KCB, Gor Mahia, AFC Leopards and Ushuru, as well as two in nine during a short stint with Simba in Tanzania. But then came the kicker. He had caps for Kenya. He was definitely the real deal. Fast-forward to approximately one month ago when I got an Instagram DM from Triona telling me that her boyfriend was coming down to train with Killarney Athletic. The Killarney woman, who had been helping her father Eddie with his charity in Embulbul near Nairobi, had just relocated to Ireland with Paul and Paul was keen to play a bit of ball. “Will you mind him?” she asked. When training rolled around on Wednesday night, I quickly discovered that Paul didn’t need much minding. But how had this all come to pass? How did an international footballer from East Africa wind up playing with us, a bunch of amateurs, on a cold and damp August evening in Killarney?

THE BOY FROM WEBUYE

It’s certainly a far cry from the balmy West Kenyan town of Webuye, where a young Kiongera and his friends

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13.09.2019 honed their soccer skills with a makeshift football they had carefully constructed from discarded paper. Speaking to me at the Killarney Advertiser offices this week, Paul said he has happy memories of his childhood and playing football, though he never dreamed he would make it as a professional. “It was a carefree environment. We used to play outside, all day every day, kicking the ball. We started playing football when we were young because it was the only sport that was accessible. Football was always a big part of my life. “At first I played it for fun. Even in primary school and high school I played for fun. Then towards my last two years in high school, my teachers and my coach started saying that I could make a good player. Then I started getting serious with it.” Kiongera signed his first pro contract with Ushuru FC (known at the time as Kenya Revenue Authority) but just six months later he was snapped up by Kenya Commercial Bank, who handed him his Premier League debut in 2010. He would go on to score 18 goals in 32 games for The Bankers, an impressive return that led to a loan move to Gor Mahia. Kiongera scored seven goals in 21 games as the Kenyan giants captured their 13th league title in 2013.

NATIONAL TEAM

His fine form at club level also caught the attention of the Kenya manager and he made his debut for his country in 2012. Getting the call from the national team was a proud moment for Paul and his family, although (like every other international footballer before him) he admits to not believing the voice on the other end of the line. “For my first senior cap, I had played a league game on Saturday and on Sunday I was at home resting. My phone rang and it was the national team coach (Vince Ombiji). At first I didn’t believe it; I thought maybe one of my teammates was kidding me or something. So I talked to the coach and I had to call him again to confirm. “Everyone was happy for me. It’s a dream to play for your country.” He would go on to make 25 appearances for the Harambee Stars, lining out alongside elite players like Victor Wanyama of Tottenham and Wanyama’s older brother McDonald Mariga, the former Inter Milan defensive midfielder who made history in 2010 by becoming the first Kenyan to play in the Champions League. Kiongera came head-to-head with some big names on international duty, chief amongst them Liverpool and Egypt star Mo Salah. In a match against Senegal, he also came up against Salah’s Liverpool teammate Sadio Mané and former Newcastle strikers Demba Ba and Papiss Demba Cissé.

BUNDESLIGA

While at Gor Mahia, Kiongera was linked with a massive $200,000 move to German Bundesliga outfit Borussia Mönchengladbach but, unfortunately, a thigh injury put paid to any potential move to Europe. “Had I not sustained that thigh injury, I think the transfer to Borussia Mönchengladbach would have happened. The injuries slowed me down. I started to have doubts, and I lost a bit of pace. They had a major impact.” Not many Kenyan footballers are household names in this part of the world but Kiongera is adamant that there is plenty of untapped talent in his homeland. However, financial limitations and the pigeonholing of African footballers make things difficult for Kenyans who dream of following in Wanyama’s footsteps. “The issue is: how do the players get to Europe?” Kiongera says. “That’s the major challenge. Most of the players can’t afford it. Even when they’re playing professionally, they don’t earn big money. But honestly, there is a lot of talent in Kenya. “Unfortunately in Kenya we are known for running! When people see that you’re an African player, they expect you to be strong and fast. That’s the expectation. With football, it’s your decision-making that matters. If you are fast with your decision-making, then you are fast. You can run fast, be physical but if your decisions are slow, then you are slow as well.” That last observation is telling when it comes to analysing Kiongera as a footballer. The No. 10 certainly isn’t lacking when it comes to athleticism but his real strengths come to the fore when the ball is at his feet. Let’s put it this way, he’s currently adapting to the Irish style of play. “I’ve noticed here that players try to find a solution quickly, try to go long, which is different. In Kenya we love short passing and we don’t hold the ball, but I’ve noticed here that people love dribbling. So it’s quite different.” When I mention that Irish football is known for its tough tackling, his eyes widen. “I’ve noticed with the tackling, yeah. They are quite aggressive. At first I was scared but I’m getting used to it.” Apart from having to adjust to the tactics and the cooler climate (“when you wrap up properly, it’s not a problem”), Paul has had little difficulty finding his feet in Kerry, something he attributes to the warmth of the locals. “I was surprised the way people are very friendly. I wasn’t expecting it because it’s different in Africa. When you are walking on the road, somebody will say ‘hi’. You see people chatting and you think that they know each other but no, they are just chatting. So yeah, I’m happy to be here because people are friendly.”

TOP FLIGHT: Kiongera in action for Kenyan Premier League side KCB in 2015.

The ‘céad míle fáilte’ afforded to Kiongera in Killarney is a million miles from the racist abuse African footballers, and footballers of African descent, are subjected to in the top leagues in England, Italy and Russia. Instances of racial abuse, both online and at matches, are frequently documented in the media but, interestingly, the adopted Kerryman believes that the culprits shouldn’t be given the oxygen of press coverage. “It’s unfortunate that there are people who are still racist. I don’t understand how you think you are superior to a fellow human being; we are all human beings. “Sometimes the players need to be strong and ignore it and continue doing what they are doing. If fans are being racist towards you, it’s because something you are doing is good. They are trying to slow you down. I also think that the media shouldn’t give it so much coverage. They shouldn’t give the racists publicity.”

SETTLING IN

As for his own playing career, Kiongera says he’s currently enjoying his time with Killarney Athletic. “The lads are good. They’re welcoming and they’re friendly. In Kenya when you move to a different team, people have a mentality that you’re there to take their position. Here the lads have tried to help me settle in.”

And what about the standard? “There are some very good players,” Paul says, although he could hardly say otherwise when he’s staring me, his teammate, straight in the face. “I would say that the standard is not ‘top’ standard but you understand that it’s amateur. People don’t get to train every day, just twice a week or three times a week. It’s much better than the amateur standard in Kenya.” Kiongera had to sit out Athletic’s season opener last weekend as he is currently awaiting international clearance to play in the Kerry District League. The Blues, who won the double as recently as 2017 but finished mid-table last season, defeated AC Athletic 4-3 in the League Cup on Sunday thanks in part to a hat-trick from Tony Brosnan. Manager Stuart Templeman is optimistic that the paperwork will be sorted out in due course and their Kenyan international will be available for selection sooner rather than later. Questions surrounding the eligibility of international players led to a series of messy appeals in last season’s FAI Junior Cup so Athletic officials want to be certain that everything is above board before handing Kiongera his debut. If (and hopefully when) Kiongera does play for Athletic, he will arguably become the highest profile player to ever line out in the Kerry District League. And he has the Wikipedia page to prove it.

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“This club should be in the Super League – that’s the goal” Ahead of next weekend’s National League opener, Adam Moynihan chats to Scotts Lakers head coach Shane McCarthy about the season ahead The season tips off next weekend away to the Limerick Celtics. What’s the mood like in the camp? It’s a mood of excitement at the moment. The boys are getting sick of looking at each other at training so they’re looking forward to seeing someone else on the court against them. They’re all excited. The club have made a number of new signings. Are you happy with the business you’ve done over the summer? Yeah, really happy. Victor Martínez, our Spanish guy, is only 20 and the fans are going to love him. He’s a serious talent. He comes from a professional background in Spain. Toby (Christensen) picked up a knock in his third session with us but he has pedigree. He had seven years in the States. And Aaron (Jackson) is talented, he’s exciting and he’s tough. I think he’s going to be a fan favourite. Aaron has just arrived from the States, is that right? He only got into the country last Friday morning. He travelled for 26 or 27 hours and we told him he didn’t need to train Friday evening, but he trained. He was anxious to get started.

Which local players are likely to feature this season? We obviously have Mark Greene. I played with him last season and he really shocked me; I didn’t think he was as good as he is! Andy Fitzgerald is big and he’s going to have a major role to play. Séamus Brosnan is tough and he’ll have a huge role as well. You’ve also brought in a couple of Irish players… Yeah we’ve signed Carlton Cuff from Blue Demons. He was one of the best defenders in the Super League so he’s going to bring that defensive mindset down to Killarney. Brian O’Neill is another one. I played with Brian for years and he’s a deadeye three-point shooter. We played a preseason game last week and it was Brian’s first game in 12 months. He had 18 points, all threes. We’re a lot deeper this year than we were last year. As you mentioned there, you were playing up until last season. Is this your first job as a head coach? Yeah, it’s my first time as a head coach -

it’s my first year not playing at all. I was adamant that I just wanted to coach this year. I’ve been an assistant in the Super League with Blue Demons and I was assistant player/coach last year. So look, I’m excited about it. What are the biggest challenges when it comes to coaching a team at this level? Last year you just had to make sure you got into the playoffs. This year it’s an allout league (with the top two from each conference making the semi-finals) so literally every game is going to be a cup final for me. We won’t look beyond the next game. Another thing is keeping everyone happy and healthy because we have a couple of double-header weekends. One weekend we play Ballincollig at 4pm in Cork and we play Neptune 23 hours later at home in Killarney. We’ve got to keep guys fresh and that’s going to be a challenge. What were the Lakers’ strengths and weaknesses last season? Last year, Cormac (O’Donoghue) did a phenomenal job. I’d like to say that. Seán O’Brien, our American, was a super, super player but this year we’ll have Aaron who can play the point and also post up and do a bit of everything. Defensive-

Scotts Lakers coach Shane McCarthy in Killarney Sports Centre on Wednesday night. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

ly last year we gave up way too many points. You’re not going to win anything at this level giving up 80 or 90 points against bad teams. I thought that was our biggest weakness. We played Ballincollig at home and scored 104 points, and lost. You can’t do that. What style of play will your Lakers be adopting? This year, with the depth we have, we’re going to push the ball at every opportunity. We’re going to run, run, run. I’d be quite happy if we go through a whole game and don’t run a play. And defensively we’re going to be in people’s faces. They’re going to come out of the game knowing that they’ve played us. I think Carlton is going to bring a lot of that, and Aaron as well. He plays really tough. Do you think the club is in good shape generally speaking? St Paul’s have 450 kids playing juvenile. There’s not a club in the country that has that amount of players, I would say. We play in the Aura, which is one of the best arenas in the country. We get the biggest crowds at any Super League or National League games. St Paul’s are in such a good place it’s ridiculous. The club is in a massive, massive position and we just have to build on it now. Are there any young players ready to make the breakthrough? Jamie O’Sullivan is on our panel this year and I think Killarney has a superstar on its hands if he realises how good he is. I’m really tough on Jamie but I’m tough because I know he can be a serious player. He’s 6’4” at 16 years of age. He’s holding his own at training with pros. In my eyes, he should be on Irish panels. How big a role can the supporters play this season? I was blown away by the crowds last season. They were phenomenal. Already this season, the backing from the fans and the sponsors has been great and I want to thank them for that. But it’s the team’s job to keep the fans happy. We have to put on a show and make sure that we’re winning. I think Aaron is going to be really exciting for the team in that regard. He’ll bring that bounce. What are your goals for the year? Is promotion to the Super League a realistic aim? This year we’re going after the cups and we’re going after the league. The main thing is that we’re going all out for promotion. This club should be in the Super League. That’s the goal.

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THE WEEK IN PICTURES

YOUNG CELTS: Danny Healy, Cian Forde and Jack O'Grady at the Killarney Celtic registration evening on Friday. Pic: Eamonn Keogh.

BACK AT IT: Mikey Lyne, Nathan and Ian Cronin, Anna O'Shea and Pádraig Daly at the Killarney Celtic registration evening. Pic: Eamonn Keogh.

CELTIC: Pádraig Daly, Paul Sherry (Chairman), Kate Forde, Helen Cancy and Ramona Burchill at the Killarney Celtic registration evening on Friday. Pic: Eamonn Keogh.

CUP: The Listry U11s who won the Firies GAA Jerry Foley Memorial Tournament.

HURLERS: The Dr Crokes U6 hurling team who took part in a blitz in Kenmare.

CHAMPIONS: The Kilcummin U14 team who won the East Kerry Division 2 final. Pic: Séamus Healy.

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MOTOR SPORT

CYCLING |

F leming on Wexford podium

Kilcummin co-driver Damien Fleming took a well-deserved second overall on last weekend’s Wexford Rally alongside Stephen McCann in their Ford Fiesta. The pair have previously won the Kerry Winter Rally on numerous occasions but Wexford was only their second time working together this season. They were forced to finish last month’s Galway Summer Rally under Rally2 rules so a result in Wexford was well overdue. “We went there with a lot of set-up issues after Galway,” Fleming said. “But we worked hard with the car and found a happy medium, and the times started to come from there. Finishing second overall was the icing on the cake.” UPHILL: Killarney ’s Marcus Treacy in action earlier this year on the climb that will be used for the National Hillclimb Championships. Pic: Tralee Manor West CC.

Castleisland set for National Hillclimb Championships Kerry will host the National Cycling Hillclimb Championships on September 29, the first time the event will take place in the county since 2013. The national event will take place on the county hillclimb course near Crag Cave in Castleisland and will be organised by Tralee Manor West Cycling Club. The last time Kerry hosted this prestigious competition was six years ago when the same club used the Short Mountain course outside Tralee. “It is always a great tip of the hat to get asked to run a national event,” club secretary Stephen Griffin told the Killarney Advertiser. “It may mean more work for the club but it's worth it to get the best riders in the country; the extra work is a small price to pay.”

The course runs between the Crag Cave road to its junction with the main Castleisland to Limerick road. Spectators are welcome. “The top riders will want to do it [the course] in under four minutes,” added Griffin. “Go to the top of the climb and you will see them really empty the tank.” Defending champion Darrell Moore from Team Caldwell Omagh is chasing a hattrick of national titles but local riders like county hillclimb champion Conor Kissane, his Killarney Cycling Club colleague Marcus Treacy and Cormac Daly of Tralee Manor West will have first-hand knowledge of the course as it was used during this season’s county hillclimb league on a number of occasions. The event will mark the end of the road cycling season in Kerry.

UP FOR THE MATCH: U11 players from Spa GAA wishing the best of luck to the Kerry team.

Sunday’s Clare Rally

There is plenty of local interest in this Sunday’s Clare Rally. The top seed in the junior category is Aghadoe’s John McCarthy in his Honda Civic. Glenflesk’s Denis Hickey and Seán Nolan are another local

crew entered in an Escort. Mike Quinn has been ruled out of contention for this weekend’s event following an engine failure in the Subaru Impreza World Rally Car he was due to use. | Marshals for Clare Rally Killarney and District Motor Club marshals should report to Minihane’s Centra in Corofin at 9am on Sunday morning. The club contact is Darren McCormick on 083 8280693. | Killarney Historic Rally Plans are coming together for the November 30 Rentokil Initial Killarney Historic Rally. Meetings continue at the Gleneagle Hotel every Tuesday Night at 8pm and anyone interested in getting involved in the rally is welcome to attend. Killarney and District Motor Club plan to launch the event on November 3. A recent route survey revealed that a new version of Moll’s Gap will feature alongside old favourites like Ballaghbeama and Shanara.

Sheffield United star Egan backs Kerry to beat the Dubs There has been a lot of debate about the timing of the All-Ireland football final replay. Set for 6pm on Saturday, Kerry’s title-decider against Dublin does not really suit a working person based in Kerry. TV schedules, like the live horseracing from Leopardstown and the pre-set ladies final on Sunday, are the official reasons behind the late throw in. However, one man who will very thankful of TV schedules is Republic of Ireland and Sheffield United star John Egan. Egan is the son of the late John Sr, a sixtime All-Ireland winner and captain on the fateful day in 1982 when Kerry lost its bid for five-in-a-row, this same day that Séamus Derby scored that famous last minute goal for Offaly. Egan Jr grew up in Cork where his father was a guard. He was an all-rounder when it came sport, playing hurling and Gaelic football with Bishopstown and soccer at Kennedy Cup level with Cork. In 2011 he was offered a professional contract with Sunderland in England and made his decision to park the GAA and head off across the water. Fast-forward eight years and after spells with Crystal Palace and Bradford City, amongst others, he is now a regular feature on the Sheffield United squad and works his trade in the Premier League. He has also forced his way into Mick McCa-

ON THE BALL: Sheffield United’s John Egan will be paying close attention to Saturday’s All-Ireland football final replay. Pic: SUFC.

rthy’s Irish squad and he even captained the boys in green in Tuesday night’s friendly against Bulgaria. That does not mean he has lost his love of the GAA and he has a especial fondness for Kerry given his late father’s hero status in the county. He was in Croke Park two weeks ago for the drawn game but cannot make tomorrow’s replay as Sheffield United are due to play Southampton at 3pm. The game will be just over in time for the 6pm throw in at Croke Park. “Kerry have won so many All-Irelands and they still can’t get 1982 out of their heads,” he told the Irish Examiner recently.“So, yeah, in any Kerry person’s mind, deep down, they don’t want Dublin doing the five-in-a-row.

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13.09.2019 SOCCER

Killarney Athletic RESULTS: Senior League Cup – AC Athletic 3-4 Athletic (Tony Brosnan x3, Danny Healy). U16 - Athletic 1 Celtic 2 (Matthew Hunt). U12 Div 2 - Athletic 0 Killorglin 2. U14 Prem - Athletic 1 Castleisland 0 (Oran O’Neill).

Killarney Celtic RESULTS: Senior League Cup - Classic FC 1 Celtic A 3 (Adam O'Rourke x2, Conor McCarthy). Celtic B 2 Strand Road 0 (Terry Sparling, Pierce Lyne Roberts). U16 Prem- Athletic 1 Celtic 2 (Callum O'Grady x2). U14 Prem - Celtic 4 Listowel Celtic 3 (Josh Bowler x2, Jamie Moynihan, Mikey Murphy). GOLF: Many thanks to all the sponsors, players, supporters and volunteers who helped make the golf classic a fantastic day last weekend. Your support is very much appreciated. TOTW: Congrats to Jack O'Donoghue U16 and Cian Forde U14 who both made the KSGL Team of the Week. LOTTO: Next jackpot €10,000.

Mastergeeha RESULTS: U14 Div 1 - Mastergeeha 3 Kenmare 4 (Emmett Spillane, Jack Tagney and Gavin Barry). U14 Div 2 - Park 1 Mastergeeha 3 (Matthew Kennedy x2, Sean McAulliffe). LOTTO: Next draw Friday, September 20. Jackpot €13,200.

MEK Galaxy RESULT: Senior League Cup - Rattoo Rovers 7 MEK Galaxy 2 (Tadhg Fleming, John Foley). TRAINING: Our U9 and U11 training is back for the new season. We returned to training last Tuesday and training continues at Fossa Astro every Tuesday between 6 and 7pm.

GOLF

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Men’s) RESULTS: Sol Golf International Ltd. sponsored stableford competition, held on Mahony's Point on September 7/8. 1st Bob Ryan 43 (19), 2nd Mike Hayes 40 (14), 3rd Tom Ashe 40 (16), 4th Colm O'Shea 39 (12), 5th Donal Dennehy 39 (13), 6th Padraig Cronin 38 (23), 7th Nick O'Brien 38 (22), Category 1 Donal Considine 37 (1), Category 2 Con Healy 38 (10), Category 3 Kieran Fleming 38 (15), Category 4 Padraig Burke 38 (20). FIXTURES: Next week sees the Dooks Exchange day on September 15, sponsored by Clifford's C&C.

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Ladies) RESULTS: Muckross Park Hotel Mixed Competition. Friday, September 6. 1st

Sean Murphy (19) Maire Murphy (28) 43, 2nd William Tarrant (11) Geraldine Tarrant (27) 40, 3rd John Curtin (17) Margaret Curtin (26) 38, 4th Dermot Roche (12) Mary Geaney (13) 36. Congratulations to all the winners! Pat Courtney Memorial Mixed is on Friday, September 13. Entry on BRS. Dooks Exchange September 8 very kindly sponsored by Diageo. 1st Ann Moynihan Rudden (5) 39, Category A (1-14) Eimear O¹Donnell (6) 35, Category B (15-28) Margaret O’Donoghue (20) 37, Category C (29 +) Lorna O¹Leary (30) 34, CSS 35. Congratulations to all the winners! FIXTURES: Next competition Sunday, September 15 is sponsored by Ladies Desire West End. Lady Captain Mary’s Charity Day Wednesday, September 18.

Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies) RESULTS: August 25, September 1. 36 Hole Stableford Gleasure Cup sponsored by Gleasure Funeral Home, Tralee. 1st Niall Greaney (11) 74, 2nd Mike Gleeson (14) 68, 3rd Michael Barry (10) 52. September 8, Par 3 18 Hole Stableford sponsored by Gents Branch. 1st Gerard Collins (30) 65, 2nd Timothy O'Neill (17) 64, 3rd Johann Brunner (30) 63. FIXTURES: September 15, Round 8 Golfer of the Year (Stroke - White Tees) sby The Lake Hotel, Killarney. September 22, President's Prize 18 Hole Stableford Yellow tees sponsored by Pat Quill & O'Carroll's Senator Windows. August 13, Open Friday (18 Hole Single Stableford) sponsored by Clifford's Groundcare Ltd (Open to Ladies & Gents). Ring clubhouse on 064 6644440 to book a tee time.

Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies) RESULTS: September 3. Par 3 Fun Stableford sponsored by Ladies Branch. 1st Stephanie Lane (38) 60, 2nd Grainne McShortall (29) 57, 3rd Margaret O'Connor (26) 55. FIXTURES: September 14/15, 18 Hole V Par sponsored by Moriarty's Gap of Dunloe. September 22, President's Prize/Round 6 Golfer of the Year. 18 Hole Stroke. September 20, Open Friday (18 Hole Single Stableford) sponsored by Clifford's Groundcare Ltd. 18 Hole Single Stableford (Open to Ladies & Gents) . Ring clubhouse on 064 6644440 to book a tee time.

Ross Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: Sept 7/8 Frank Doran/Safeguard Security Backstakes Open SS Competition. 1st Jonathan Casey (11) 39, 2nd Donie Broderick (20) 38, 3rd Timmy Kelly (17) 35. FIXTURES: On Sept 14/15 we will hold an Open SS Competition and the timesheet is now available in the clubhouse. On Sept 21 we will hold our Presidents Prize and this will be a single stableford competition. More details later. Best of Luck to our Nines of Kerry team who will play the Castlerosse in the final of that competition in Kenmare on Sun-

day, Sept 15. Support from all members will be welcome on the day.

Killorglin Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: Club Sponsored Stableford Singles on September 8. 1st Tommy Murphy (13) 40, 2nd John M. O'Sullivan (18) 38, 3rd Dennis Bird (9) 37, Gross Shane Collins (6) 78 Strokes. FIXTURES: Next Saturday/Sunday, September 15/16 is a Stableford Singles Sponsored Singles. President Rick Sheehy's Day has been postponed. We will be in contact shortly regarding a new date.

Killorglin Golf Club (Ladies) LADIES RESULTS: 18 Hole Stableford sponsored by Ex Officio Emma Daly. 1nd Kathleen Keating (22) Lady Captain 32. 2nd Mary Conway (28) 31. 3rd Betty Griffin (30) 22. FIXTURES: 9 Hole Stableford Qualifier sponsored by Bunkers Bar & Restaurant can be played Sat 14, Sun 15 or Tuesday 17 of September. Arrange own time. Silver Swans 12 Hole Stableford. 1st Maire Ni Loinsigh (23) 23. 2nd Rita Kelleher (33) 19. PRESIDENT'S PRIZE: Please note that President Rick Sheehy's Presidents Prize has been rescheduled for Sunday, October 6. Entry sheet on notice board. Names to be in by Tuesday, September 24 for a draw for partners.

Castlerosse Golf Club (Ladies) RESULTS: Competitions played on Sept 5 kindly sponsored by Reens Life Pharmacy. 18 Hole Stableford. 1st Mary Jo Dowling 31 (31), 2nd Una Moroney 30 (27), 3rd Myra O'Gorman 20 (37). 9 hole Stableford. 1st Chan Martin 16, 2nd Marie O'Brien 13, 3rd Rosaleen Kennedy 10. Competitions played on Aug 29. 18 Hole Stableford. 1st Una Moroney 28 (27), 2nd Mary O'Reilly 27 (34). 9 hole Stableford. 1st Chan Martin 12, 2nd Rosaleen Kennedy 11.

ATHLETICS

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club LOTTO: Next week’s jackpot is €5,400 plus €1,000 bonus. TRAINING: Training commencing this week Tuesday, September 10 in Boherbue gym. There are 2 training sessions 6-7pm for children born 2011/2012 & 2013, 7-8pm for children born 2010/2009/2008/2007/2006 and older. Saturday, September 14 9.1510.15am in Boherbue for throwers those who have already been with us and newcomers welcome. A lot of medals were picked up in the throwing section this past season). Friday, September 13 7- 8pm in Barradubh for children born 2013 and older. Friday, September 13 8-9pm in Gneeveguilla Community Centre for children born 2013 and older. CROSS COUNTRY: The cross country season is fast approaching. Local cross

country races will be held in the convent field Rathmore (rear of Rathmore Cemetery) next Sunday 15 at 11am. Everyone welcome, juveniles, junior, senior and masters. There will be a memento for all who compete. RIOCHT 5K: Saoirse Tompkins won her section in Riocht on Friday night.

Killarney Valley Athletic Club TRAINING: The Cross Country training will continue every Thursday eve 6-7pm. All members welcome. Bring €2, appropriate clothing, water and plenty of energy. Meet at field beside the playground. The first County Cross Country competition will be held in Killarney on Sunday, September 29 for Even Age, Novice and U23. Strength & Conditioning returns next Monday night September 16 for members only (aged 12 upwards). Bring €2, water and a mat if you have one. FUNDRAISING: Anyone who has track fundraising tickets sold and would like to return them, please bring them to training for Bríd. UPDATES: Please keep an eye on your email (if you’re a member) and also check our Facebook page for any updated information.

OTHER SPORTS

Gneeveguilla Basketball Club SHARE THE BUCKET: In association with Gneeveguilla Community Development Council. Well done to Joan O’Mahony who won the jackpot of €180. Please support this valuable fundraiser at local businesses or online at member. clubforce.com/tickets.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club NATIONAL INTERCOUNTY: Despite a strong 80 under par total by the Kerry Men’s Team in the National Inter-County Pitch & Putt Championships in McDonagh at the weekend, Kerry had to make do with eighth place overall with Dublin posting a winning score of 125 under! Damien Fleming and John McGrath performed admirably for the team while team manager Sean Kelly and Ger O’Connor looked after the team well on both days. SUNDAY DRAWS: Three Person Team, Two Scores to Count. Nett: Sean Ashe, Aidan O’Keeffe & Dara Moynihan 80, Gross: Gearóid Cronin, Sean O’Brien and John Murphy 103. CHAIRMAN’S PRIZE: Damien Fleming’s event is scheduled for this weekend with a draw on Friday evening at 5pm and Sunday at 9.30am and entry €10 per player. The Ladies will have an 18-hole event on Sunday with the presentation on all prizes for this event, the Captains Prize and the Wednesday Scrambles also due on Sunday at approximately 1pm. RICKY KELLY MEMORIAL: Scheduled for the weekend of Friday Sept 20 to

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Sunday Sept 22 and sponsored by the Tatler Jack Bar in Killarney once more, we hope to see a big turnout again for the event in aid of John ‘Sully’ O’Sullivan. The competition returns as a 36hole Three Ball Scramble and the cost of entry is €90 per adult team with a fee of €30 for U-16 teams. All adult teams must include one non-registered member of Pitch & Putt Ireland with presentation of prizes on Sunday 22nd in clubhouse at 6pm.

Killarney Rugby MUNSTER RUGBY: Last Friday, history was made as Munster Rugby travelled to Aghadoe to train at our home grounds. A bumper crowd watched as Johan Van Graan put his men through their paces ahead of the start of the new season. The international contingent were understandably missing as they prepare for the start of the world cup in 2 weeks time. It was wonderful to watch so many people witness Munster Rugby train at our home and all the players pose for selfies and give autographs following the training session. The day was the culmination of many years of hard work by a lot of people in Killarney RFC and thanks to everyone the day was a huge success. A special word of thanks to our Club Chairman Ger Moynihan whose trojan work leading up to the day was vital. MOSS KEANE CUP: Last Saturday we hosted the Moss Keane Cup at Aghadoe, with teams from Tralee, Corcha Dhuibhne and Killorglin also taking part. A cracking day of rugby with Killorglin beating Killarney in the final. Thanks to everyone for coming and taking part. MEMBERSHIP: Membership is now due for the new season and can be paid online using the clubzapp app. All players must be fully paid up members to play and we will have a no pay no play policy strictly enforced this year.

Killarney Badminton Club SEASON: The Adult Badminton club will kick off the season on Wednesday, September 18 at 8.30pm in the Presentation gym. New members of all abilities are welcome! Coaching for beginners available. Further information contact Jennifer on 083 3347228. Juveniles will start back on Friday the 27th at 6.30pm for all ages in the Pres Gym. Contact Suzanne on 086 1720770 for further information. Check us out on Facebook.

GAA

Killarney Legion RESULTS: McElligott Cup SF - Legion 0-11 Gneeveguilla 1-9. U11 BOYS: Legion v Kenmare Shamrocks. The sides were tied as full-time beckoned before the visitors got the final score to edge ahead by the narrowest of margins. U12 GIRLS: Legion v Rathmore. Our girls

13.09.2019 ran out eventual winners by two points. There was some great skill on show by both sides on a wet slippery evening for football. Great credit goes to both sets of girls for some great teamwork and some wonderful scores. U21 COUNTY CHAMPIONS: Well done to the management and players of East Kerry who beat Feale Rangers on a scoreline of 5-15 to 2-8. Well done to our own Legion lads Cian Gammell, Darragh Lyne, Captain Peter McCarthy and Man of the Match Ryan O’Grady with a contribution of 1-3. ACADEMY: Due to the All-Ireland final replay next Saturday, the Legion Academy is rescheduled to Friday evening 5.30-6.30pm. There will be no academy on Saturday 14. All boys and girls age 4-10 welcome to attend. Contact Ted on 08 6678315 for further details. MOTHERS & OTHERS: Please Support our Mothers & Others with their fundraiser being held Saturday, September 21. Tickets can be bought for the raffle from any ladies member. LOTTO: Winner - Derek Pyne (€12,300). Next draw Sunday at Murphy’s Bar 9pm for jackpot of €3,000 plus bonus €10,000.

Dr Crokes PROGRESSIVE 31 will start back up on October 23 and will take place every Wednesday in Crokes clubhouse. It will start at 8pm. You will need to bring money and a partner. €5 per person. ACADEMY: The Saturday Morning Academy has recommenced for 2019 and is on every Saturday morning starting with hurling from 10-10.40am and Gaelic football from 10.40am-12pm. Come join in the fun, make new friends and experience the superb coaching on offer. Plenty of fun and games. New members always welcome. CONGRATULATIONS to the Kerry camogie team who are Junior Premier All-Ireland champions. LOTTO: Next draw Sunday, September 15 in the Speakeasy. Jackpot €8,100.

Spa LOTTO: Next draw Monday, September 16. Jackpot €8,600. EAST KERRY U21: Well done to the East Kerry U21s on their Co Championship victory, especially Sean Cronin, Niall McCarthy, David Spillane, Conor Stack, Eoghan Cronin and Gary Vaughan. SCÓR 2019/20: Any juvenile club members interested in participating in the forthcoming Scór competitions please contact Spa Scór Officer Eileen Aherne at 0879940594 by September 30. Scór na nÓg (under age of 17 on Jan 1st 2020) & Scór na bPaistí (Primary school children). Scór categories - Figure Dancing, Solo Singing, Recitation/ Storytelling, Instrumental Music, Léiriú/ Drama, Ballad Group, Set Dancing and Table Quiz.

FAMILY FUN DAY has been rescheduled to Saturday, September 28 from 2-5pm. Everyone welcome.

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GO FOR LIFE: Jim Gleeson (087 6340581) invites feedback from members re: 'Go For Life' sport initiative. This provides grants for sport and physical activity for 'older people'. Walking Football in our sports hall has been suggested as a possible activity suitable for women and men. Expressions of interest and/or comments are very welcome.

LOTTO: Next draw for a jackpot of €2,400, Inn Between on Sunday, September 15. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Available from usual sellers and online at www.beaufortgaaclub.com.

Firies

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ALL-IRELAND FINAL: Firies Coiste na nÓg raffle of two stand tickets side by side. Draw in Hendersons tonight at 9.30pm. Tickets €2 or 6 for €10. Tickets on sale in local businesses and from all club members. JERRY FOLEY MEMORIAL: Our annual U11 tournament was held on Saturday last and was a great success. Firies welcomed five teams from neighbouring Ballymac, Fossa, Milltown-Castlemaine, Listry and Legion. Congratulations to Listry who won the cup and congratulations to Legion won the shield final. Special thanks to the Foley family who support this tournament every year. U21 COUNTY FINAL: Well done to the East Kerry U21s on their win in the county final against Feale Rangers, especially to all the Firies players and management involved. LOTTO: The draw for next week’s jackpot of €3,100 will take place in Henderson’s Bar tonight.

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SPORTS PREDICTION QUIZ: End of July update is as follows. S Walsh 84, Tim Murphy 76, Con Lynch 74, Paddy Crowley 74, Moss/Oisín 73.

LOTTO: The next draw will take place in The Corner Bar on the 23/9/2019 and the Jackpot will be €10,400 COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP: Eoghan Ruadh U16 team were defeated by an extremely efficient East Kerry team in a windy Glenflesk on Wednesday night in a local derby. Despite this result the Eoghan Ruadh team still has a great chance of reaching the semi-finals. EAST KERRY U11: Glenflesk 4-9 Spa 3-11. Well done to all players and to coaches PJ Kelly, Eugene Bowler, Pat Healy and Kieran O'Donoghue. U21 COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP: Well done to the East Kerry U21s on their win in the county final against Feale Rangers, especially to all the Glenflesk players and management involved. SOUTH KERRY: Well done to Glenflesk's Eoghan Kelly who was part of the Kerry South U14 development squad that played Galway teams.

LADIES: U12 Girls Div 1 East Kerry - Firies 5-5 Cromane 2-9. U14 Girls East Kerry Firies - 4-22 ISG 5-2. U8s, U10s & U12s had a fantastic day in Passage West over the weekend, playing some great football.

EK MINOR DIV 2 FINAL: Glenflesk 0-17 Kilcummin 1-14

Fossa

Kilcummin

SENIOR: Fossa seniors finished their Division 3 campaign with a loss to Listowel Emmetts.

COUNTY CHAMPIONS: Kilcummin players have acquired quite a few county championship medals in the last couple of weeks playing with East Kerry. Firstly well done to Paul O’Shea, Keith O’Leary, Philip O’Leary and Cian Foley on winning the Minor Championship under the stewardship of Kilcummin's Seánie O’Leary Inch and secondly to Sean O’Leary, James Nagle, Paul O ‘Shea and Keith O’Leary who were part of East Kerry's U21 team. Tim Ryan Clydine was a mentor with this team. Congratulations to all.

1969 HURLING CHAMPIONS: Nice to see two of our club members being honoured last month at half-time of the county hurling final from the Killarney 1969 team, Dr Brendan Lynch and Mick Spillane. GIRLS U8/U10: Fossa U8 and U10 girls had an early start last Saturday morning as they headed to Passage West GAA Club to be part of the biggest U8s and U10s girls football blitz in the country. There were 133 teams from 14 different counties. Hoping our girls enjoyed their day and huge thanks to our trainers for giving their time to the cause. Thanks also to James O’Shaughnessy for going on behalf of the club to referee. LOTTO: Septemer 3. Jackpot €13,500. One winner. LIBRARY: Storytime for children will take place at Killarney Library every Saturday in September at 10.30am.

EK U14 DIV 2 FINAL: Hard luck to our boys who played their hearts out in a thrilling final in Fitzgerald Stadium.

SCÓR NA NÓG: Club members under the age of 17 years on January 1st 2020 who are interested in participating in the East Kerry Scór na nÓg competitions; Figure Dancing, Solo Singing, Recitation, Instrumental Music, Ballad Group, Set Dancing and Table Quiz. Please contact Scór Officer Marie O’Leary on 087 4619954. LOTTO: Next draw Sunday, September 22. Jackpot €8,000.

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