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FEUD: Gardai and Emergency Services in Ballyspillane Estate on Thursday morning. Photo: Michelle Crean

Gardai to monitor ongoing Ballyspillane feud | By Michelle Crean

A bitter feud between Traveller families erupted in a Killarney estate in the early hours of Thursday morning - after an accelerant – described as similar to a petrol bomb was thrown at the front door of a house – endangering the lives of adults and children asleep inside.

Close to 1am, Gardai and the Emergency Services rushed to the scene in Ballyspillane Estate where they found the front door of the home on fire as well as damage to a vehicle nearby.

It’s believed the occupants of the house, who were sleeping at the time of the at-

tack, managed to get out the back door safely.

Gardai maintained a strong presence in the estate again yesterday (Thursday) but tensions began to escalate at around 11am as two groups came to blows.

The latest violence is believed to be ongoing for a year in the area and Gardai this week said that they are going to continue to have a strong presence over the coming days.

“This matter is subject to a full investigation and Gardai are closely monitoring the situation, keeping all aspects under review,” Superintendent Flor Murphy told the Killarney Advertiser.

Contractors investigating ‘foul odour’ in €13m facility | By Michelle Crean The HSE has this week said that the ‘foul odour’ emanating from the two-year-old state-of-the-art €13m Deer Lodge facility in Killarney will be resolved shortly.

A HSE spokesperson this week told the Killarney Advertiser that “contractors are currently addressing issues” at the centre on St Margaret's Road, which caters for 40 residents in need of long term psychiatric care.

The facility opened in July 2017, and often a foul odour permeates the building to the great distress of the residents and the staff. The issue was raised at a recent Council Meeting by Cllr Michael

Gleeson, who said “the comfort of these people and the working conditions of the dedicated staff is being compromised by the terrible malodour”.

Deer Lodge is purpose built to facilitate the needs of the residents, he explained.

“Repeated representations have been made by staff to management to have the situation rectified,” he said. “Some attempts have been made to improve the situation including letting additional water flow through the system. To date

there has not been a satisfactory solution and all in the building continue to endure the very upsetting presence of the odour. It is most assuredly a terrible contradiction that this state-of-the-art building for people with disability is causing them and their carers severe distress. It is long past time that the matter was seriously addressed by the authorities."

A spokesperson for the HSE this week said that they are aware that an odour has been occasionally detected in some parts of Deer Lodge.

“Contractors are currently addressing issues in specific parts of the building at the moment, and we expect this issue to be resolved shortly.”

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Barraduff man is pushed to his limit on new RTÉ show | By Sean Moriarty The challenges were the most extreme of his life - but one Barraduff man proved that he’s tougher than most last night (Thursday) - on a new RTE show.

NEW ACCOMMODATION: Four new state-of-the-art staff accommodation blocks are ready at the Europe Hotel. Pictured l-r were: Michael Brennan (Managing Director of Killarney Hotels), Leeann Keating, Vincent D'Orazio, Ewelina Pamrowska and Clodagh Teahan. Photo: Michelle Crean

New €3m staff accommodation now complete Four new state-of-the-art staff accommodation blocks - which cost a total of €3m to build - are ready to open for the summer season. | By Michelle Crean Killarney Hotels this week announced the news that the two-story accommodation blocks, which each contain 10 bedrooms, living quarters, terraces and extensive planting to enhance the surroundings, at the five-star Europe Hotel & Resort in Killarney, are ready for use, complementing the existing staff accommodation facility at the hotel.

Killarney Hotels has always offered staff accommodation at all of their three properties, The Europe Hotel & Resort, The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens, and Ard na Sidhe Country House, and this additional construction demonstrates the ongoing commitment of the Liebherr family to the Killarney region, explained

Michael Brennan, Managing Director of Killarney Hotels.

“We are proud of our commitment to the comfort and well-being of our team and with the shortage of rental accommodation on offer in Killarney we realise the difficulty that this causes to our employees from outside of the region,” he said.

The €3m project, located on the left just inside the entrance to the 187-bedroom hotel, was completed by Kerry based firm Griffin Brothers Construction.

Alongside the high-spec accommodation, the new staff facility boasts a host of facilities including a gym, WiFi, laundry facilities and parking, bicycle storage and extensive common areas.

Micheál O'Shea (22), and 23 other civilians, featured on RTE’s ‘Special Forces: Ultimate Hell Week’ after spending eight days in the Wicklow Mountains in March under the direction of the Irish Army Ranger Wing Special Forces Unit (ARW) the Irish army’s equivalent of the British SAS. There, he had to survive in the wild for eight days, on limited sleep and food supplies while carrying a 45lb rucksack on his back.

In what was the toughest, most demanding week of their lives the recruits were pushed to their limits and subjected to the kinds of mental and physical abuse typically associated with extreme soldiers.

“They were eight gruelling days,” Micheál, who has just completed a masters business and accountancy training in the University of Limerick, said. “We

TV APPEARANCE: Micheál O'Shea, from Barraduff, Recruit Number 12 on 'Special Forces Ultimate Hell Week'.

were exposed to snow, rain, hail and sleet while surviving on limited sleep – two hours broken sleep at the time – with limited food supplies. We did a marathon each day while carrying a ruck sack.”

He added that they were cut off from the real world.

“It was gruelling and awesome all at the same time. I am a great believer in if you push yourself and find your limits it will help you grow.”

Vet urges farmers and dog owners to work together A Killarney vet is calling on farmers and dog owners to work together and fully understand each other’s needs during the current lambing season - after a recent state of dog deaths.

Danny O’Sullivan, who owns the All Care Veterinary Hospital on Park Road, is making the call following the death of three pet dogs - two of which were in the Fossa area in recent weeks.

Farmers use a legally obtainable drug called Nitroxynil, commonly used for treating fluke in cattle, to poison lands where newborn lambs are grazing with their ewes.

They do this by lacing a carcass of a dead animal with the drug in an effort to keep wild foxes away from their flocks.

However, domestic dogs often eat from the carcass too and results in a painful death for much-loved family pets, he explained.

“Farmers often get bad press, but they are working with animals every day and have a degree of empathy towards domestic animal owners,” Danny said. “Dog owners must keep their dogs on leads at all times too.”

He explained that the drug is available to farmers to treat fluke but questioned the legality of using it for land-poisoning

purposes. He added the wild animals, like foxes, could eat the carcass and later die as a result, where other wild animals could in turn eat that carcass further spreading the poison.

“There are two sides to this,” he added.

“Dogs will hunt if given the chance, it is in their nature. Sheep will become stressed if they are chased by dogs and often the mother won’t even know her own lamb.

That is why the farmers do it. I am not sure if using Nitroxynil this way is the right thing as it spreads via wild animals. I am calling on dog owners to take responsibility and keep dogs on a lead or within their own property, but also ask farmers to re-consider their way of doing things.”

DOG DEATHS: Vet Danny O'Sullivan from All Care Veterinary Hospital, pictured with Aine Considine. Photo: Michelle Crean

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Niall O'Callaghan Picture: Eamonn Keogh

O’Callaghan brings modern twist to election canvassing Former mayor to seek election via social media Former Mayor of Killarney, Niall ‘Botty’ O’Callaghan has made a surprise return to politics by announcing that he’s to run for the Killarney Municipal District in the local elections, set to take place on May 24. | By Sean Moriarty O’Callaghan, who’s to run as an independent candidate, served two previous terms as a town councillor and was

named as the town mayor in 2008. He has not worked in politics since 2013.

He operates, along with his brother Paudie, the popular Fáilte Hotel on College Street and has identified the Gov-

Carrauntoohil walker brought to safety after thick fog descends 15 members of the Killarney Mountain Rescue team came to the aid of a male walker in his 30’s on Wednesday.

The walker became stuck on a ledge near O’Shea’s Gully, Carrauntoohil when he walked off his intended route in thick fog.

Killarney Gardai were alerted and contacted the team at 12.30pm and the casualty was located at approximately 2.20pm.

Team members abseiled down steep

ground to the casualty’s position, securing him in-situ before lowering him to a safe platform below the crag and subsequently back to the main descent track down to the Hag’s Glen, Colm Burke, PRO Kerry Mountain Rescue Team, explained.

“A total of 15 team members were involved in the rescue operation which concluded at 5pm. “Conditions on the mountain were initially very windy and cold with thick fog prevailing. The fog cleared later during the rescue operation.”

ernment’s decision to increase the VAT rate to 13.5 percent which is having an impact on hotels, restaurants, pubs and other service industries.

Car parking and traffic congestion in Killarney, especially during peak tourism months and the state of the Tralee to Killarney road are other issues he intends to fight - if elected.

The former Dr Crokes GAA team selector also hopes to put the redevel-

opment of Fitzgerald Stadium on the agenda.

However, his campaign will take on a modern twist and he will engage with voters via social media platforms and not through a traditional door-to-door canvas.

“I look forward to meeting as many people as I possibly can in the weeks ahead but it is not my intention to knock on doors and disturb people in their own homes in an attempt to get my message across,” he said. “I firmly believe that, in this day and age, traditional canvassing methods are seriously outdated. I intend to run a modern campaign with a heavy emphasis on social media and I will reach out to the public to convey my message through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, video and other modern day methods.”

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Kerry pupils win top prizes in Texaco art competition Four Kerry pupils have won top prizes in this year’s 65th Texaco Children’s Art Competition.

In the 12-13 years age category, second prize (€250) went to Anna Dunlea (12), a pupil at Fossa National School, Killarney, for her self-portrait, while second prize (€125) in the six-years-and-under age category went to Fallon Murphy (6), a

pupil at Creative Kubs, Kenmare, for her work entitled 'Fallon's Portrait'.

Other winners from Kerry, both of whom will receive a Special Merit Award, are Jamie O'Loingsigh (10), from Scoil Eoin Báiste, Liospóil, and Lila Galway (11), from Caherleaheen National School, Tralee.

Prizes will be presented at an awards ceremony next month when all of the 126 top prize-winners will be in attendance.

APPOINTMENT: David Cronin from Killarney has been appointed to the role of President and CEO of the Ireland Funds, the global philanthropic network founded by Tony O'Reilly and Dan Rooney. Photo: Gerard McCarthy

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ARTY: Anna Dunlea (12), from Fossa National School, won second place in the Texaco Children's Art Competition. Photo: Mac Innes Photography

land Funds America – the world’s largest grant maker for charities in Ireland – this June.

Former St Brendan’s College student, David Cronin, from Loreto Road, will head the internationally-recognised, global network of chapters that comprises of the largest private grant maker for the non-profit sector in Ireland.

The announcement was made by the Board of Directors of the Ireland Funds America, led by Chairman John Fitzpatrick, this week.

David’s father, Denis Cronin, is retired AIB Bank Manager and former President of Killarney Golf Club and a serving Trustee of Muckross House.

Having been awarded the St Brendan’s Scholarship, David began his early career on Wall Street, where he worked as an equities and options trader for Wall Street Access. He returned to Ireland in 1996 to take up the role of Chief Operations Officer with QUMAS, an indigenous tech start-up specialising in governance, risk and compliance management, which was acquired in

a multi-million euro deal by Dessault Systemes.

With chapters in 12 countries, The Ireland Funds has raised over $600 million for non-profit organisations in Ireland and Irish causes around the world, benefiting more than 3,200 different organisations with both financial and non-financial support. Annually, the Ireland Funds hold more than 150 events with over 25,000 donors worldwide and provide support up to $30m.

David has worked in philanthropy for the last decade raising and investing over $100 million in his role as Chief Executive of UL Foundation, working closely with Chuck Feeney, Atlantic Philanthropies and the worldwide Ireland Funds. David is also a member of the Munster Rugby Commercial Board.

“I recognise this appointment as a genuine privilege and am absolutely committed to the future success of the Ireland Funds,” David said this week.

Best Regional Advertising Publication 2019 EU Business News has announced that the Killarney Advertiser has won the ‘Best Regional Advertising Publication 2019’ as part of the Irish Enterprise Awards 2019.

The awards, which recognise the outstanding achievements of companies and business enterprises based in Ireland, has also named our sister company, KC Print in Coolcaslagh, as ‘Best Full-Service Trade Print Company 2019’.

The Killarney Advertiser started business in 1973 to help promote local businesses and cover community news. Over 46 years later the Killarney Advertiser is the No. 1 publication in the Killarney region for news, advertising and events.

The Advertiser is read by over 28,000 people each week with over 8,000 copies distributed within a 20km radius of Killarney to 230 outlets.

We have produced approximately 2,400

editions with an average of 72 pages each week, printed over 150,000 photos, used 6,000 tonnes of paper and carried out 526,240 delivery drops.

The EU Business News is a quarterly publication designed to showcase the latest updates and insights from across the European Union.

“Congratulations to all of my winners, I will be following your future endeavours with great interest,” Katherine Benton, Awards Coordinator, said.

EU Business News prides itself on the validity of its awards and winners, she added.

“As such, every one of our winners can be certain that their success is deserved. We carefully evaluate everything from a business’s, or individual’s, performance over the past 12-months to ensure that only the most deserving parties walk away with one of our prestigious awards.”

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

The great irony is Notre Dame had been crumbling Among the most haunting images of the fire which raged through Notre Dame de Paris, Our Lady of Paris, standing as a beacon of the French Catholic Christianity since the 13th century, was actually not the crumbling spire, or the hellish flames - but the silence and the prayerfulness of shocked witnesses.

Many onlookers were on their knees while some sang hymns. Thousands were simply dumbstruck and shocked.

The images beamed straight into sitting rooms across the world caused a similar reaction.

Taking 200 years to build, like other churches of its kind, this French Gothic cathedral was designed to awe, and frighten. In other words, it’s very purpose was emotion and terror. But it was also designed to inspire and tackle that old demon despair. We were meant to experience a complex of emotions all at once. The very design of the building, the iconography and the gargoyles would ensure this journey of emotions.

And this was once common throughout Christendom - but it is something which we less and less understand in our strangely black and white world with its higher and higher glass towers and digital fingers!

“Priez pour nous, pauvres pécheurs” meaning “pray for us poor sinners” - anyone with a smattering of French will know that old, old line from the hymn.

And this is what resonated most it seemed to me. We have been brought back to the fact Notre Dame has never been just a UNESCO World Heritage

Site, or an architectural wonder - it has always been a parish church, a place of work, pain, prayer and hope. It is from there the bells rang when the Nazis left.

There are a number of daily Masses and vespers. Mass was taking place at 6pm when the fire was spotted. It is not a shell.

The emotional reaction towards a building, and perhaps the haste now of throwing money at it, deserves reflection.

Do we have a building in Ireland to which we are similarly attached? Curiously, I think we are attached to buildings locally, if at all. Perhaps because there is such a divide between Dublin and the rest of the country. St Mary’s Cathedral is of course “the” Killarney building. And like others, even as a child I still remember the shock people like my late mother, who loved her cathedral, felt when it was in her words “destroyed” - not by fire but by the awful out of character renovations of the 1970s. The terrazzo tiles laid by Italian craftsmen, the marble altar, brass chandeliers, side altars and red carpet... I remember the litany!

The late Mrs Grosvenor herself went in and stopped the builders ripping out the Kenmare altar and for this she was

greatly admired.

There are red lines between church and state, as we know, in France, especially since the Revolution, these are the kind of red lines that have never operated in modern Ireland, where the mix of politics, worldly power and religious observance rather than mysticism, has prevailed.

But the funny thing is, the state in Ireland, while remaining umbilically tied to the church, has ditched a lot of the most valuable and practical aspects of the Jewish-Christian way of life. And the State and its chattering classes do not have the emotional intelligence to recognise that somethings are basic, elemental, and worth preserving.

Like Sundays, a day of rest. You will hardly find a shop open on Sunday in so called secular France.

Which brings me back to the beginning: something Christian and Catholic has endured in France. It may be just below the surface, but it is there.

Of course, even for France and the world, the great irony is Notre Dame had been crumbling. It could only afford repairs in dribs and drabs with sticking plaster, and the failure to maintain and repair it probably contributed to its destruction. The charity overseeing it could only get contributions in dribs and drabs and couldn’t come near the €150 million needed. Now that this grand and imposing cathedral risks tumbling to earth by the elemental power of fire, the State and the industrial giants are rushing in and flooding it with money!

By the time this column is finished €1 billion will have been pledged.

Of course, the real challenge now will be to imitate the medieval builders!

Speaking of the elemental power of fire, and of UNESCO sites, I have been searching for the figures of staff attached to the National Park in the light of the annual fires threatening the park and buffer zone and which the authorities - fire fighters aside - have failed to tackle.

I got this finally - and it will raise an eyebrow or two for those of us who can see for ourselves the place is understaffed.

“Staff numbers fluctuate; however, there are normally 20 maintenance staff employed in Killarney National Park, seven Conservation Rangers and a District Conservation Officer assigned

to the Killarney District, which encompasses the National Park. Our records show staff numbers in NPWS Killarney were of a similar order in 2011, when the NPWS become a division of the then Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.”

Ahem.

But put this highly optimistic figure in national context - The Phoenix Park in Dublin measures 707 hectares, about 1,750 acres and is managed by the OPW. The staffing figures right now for the Phoenix Park are as follows: Gardeners: 19; General Operatives 15, Park Rangers 11.

Now compare the Phoenix Park with Killarney National Park, a UNESCO biosphere reserve measuring 10,000 hectares, or around 25,000 acres. The territory in Killarney is a challenging melange of mountain lake and parkland with some of the rarest species in western Europe! The Phoenix Park is flat and located in the middle of a city. It has a few deer that are not terribly rare. And they tell me that the NPWS, our public servants or our TDs and Senators are doing a good job for Killarney National Park!

Meatless Mondays are hard to swallow Meanwhile back at the ranch, I find the brouhaha over ‘Meatless Mondays’ a bit hard to swallow.

I know the IFA and our own Danny Healy-Rae are exercised about this attack on beef and dairy farmers’ incomes if school kids start eating less of the stuff to save the planet, their arteries and their parent’s pockets!

An Taisce has come under strong fire as it normally does from the HealyRaes.

But really, had we never ditched fish on Fridays, and other old dietary rules like fast days, we would all be healthier - as would the planet. I sometimes fail to understand how, as a nation, we have to be all or nothing, black or white. We have to be vegans or carnivores, pioneers or drunkards! It all has to go, or it all has to be swallowed whole!

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RALLY TEAM: Dermot Healy, Clerk of the Course, John Byrne cartell.ie, and Patrick O'Donoghue, Gleneagle Hotel, with Killarney and District Motor Club members, supporters and sponsors at the launch of the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes 40th Anniversary event at The Gleneagle Hotel, Killarney on Sunday night . The rally will take place over the May Bank holiday weekend. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

40th Rally of the Lakes launched in Killarney Killarney and District Motor Club launched its 40th anniversary Cartell.ie Rally of the Lakes to a packed Gleneagle Hotel on Sunday evening.

The rally, set for May 3 to 5, will feature many new innovations including the reversal of stages like Ardgroom and Cod’s Head, running east to west on this occasion. Sunday’s Sheen River, the fulllength version of Gortnagne from Ballydaly to Headford and a new stage near Rathmore promises a challenging route for competitors.

Local councillor Donal Grady opened the presentation.

“I remember the first rally 40 years ago,” he said. “The rally means so much to the economy of Killarney and Kerry, and I am very proud of the work being done by the club each year.”

This year marks the 10th anniversary of Cartell.ie’s sponsorship making it one of the longest serving rally sponsorship agreements in Irish motorsport.

“This makes so much commercial sense to us,” Cartell.ie’s John Byrne said. “But the real investment for us is the friendships and the relationships we have made with the people of Killarney over the last 10 years.”

While the rally is celebrating its 40th anniversary, The Gleneagle Hotel has acted as event headquarters for 39 of them and group MD Patrick O’Donoghue is already looking forward to next year.

“We will have another reason to cele-

Killarney and District Motor Club founding members Mike Buckley, Ken O'Neill, Noreen and Mike Marshall and Dessie O'Neill at the launch of the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

brate next year,” he said. “We have been here through thick and thin and through the good times and the bad times. We were happy to support the event in the tougher times to make it what it is today.”

KC Print in Killarney is one of the rally’s associate sponsors and looks after the printing of all event related paperwork including the comprehensive safety plan and the 40th anniversary rally programme.

Mike Marshal was the rally’s first ever clerk of the course in 1979.

“KC are bringing new standards to our paperwork,” he said. “I want to thank Cormac Casey from KC for the level of professionalism and expertise he has brought to our event. It is so good that I expect Motorsport Ireland will want to get hold of it and use this on every rally in the country. ” The rally will get underway on Friday

night with a rally festival in Killarney’s Fair Field Hill car park where each competing crew will get interviewed by former RTE Sunday Game host Michael Lyster. A static display of rally cars of historical importance will also take place before a rally interview forum is scheduled for Scott’s Hotel at 8pm, where Lyster will engage leading competitors in a Q&A session on the eve of the rally.

“This year is our 40th year and it is important to put our best foot forward,” said Clerk of the Course Dermot Healy.

“This year we are going to pull out all the stops.”

Entries have already toped the 130 mark, with a more expected after this weekend’s Easter Stages. Frontrunners already entered include Sam Moffatt, a previous double winner of the rally, his brother Josh, both driving Ford Fiesta R5s, Robert Barrable who finished second last year returns in a Skoda R5 and rising Welsh star Meirion Evans in a Hyundai i20 R5 makes his first appearance. Craig Breen’s entry was lodged on Thursday.

Locals on the entry list include Noel O’Sullivan, who is starting his 37th Rally of the Lakes, and Charlie Hickey who faces Moll’s Gap for the 34th time.

“The dream is to have the full entry of 170 cars,” Dermot added.

Mike Moriarty Moriarty's Centra Farranfore, Patrick O'Donoghue, Gleneagle Hotel, and Michael O'Mahoney, Rentokil Initial, at the launch of the Cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

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ANNOUNCEMENT: Minister for Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohoe TD was at Fexco Headquarters in Killorglin to launch FINTECHNEXT. From left: Dr Ciarán Seoighe (Deputy Director General, Science Foundation Ireland), Denis McCarthy (CEO Fexco) and Professor John O’Halloran (Deputy President UCC). Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

Minister launches new €3m research project in Killorglin Minister for Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohoe TD was in Killorglin on Friday last to launch FINTECHNEXT – a new €3 million research project which will run for four years from 2019 to 2022.

The project is a financial technology (fintech) research collaboration between technology company Fexco, University College Cork (UCC) and Science Foundation Ireland (SFI).

The €3 million investment in the project will be provided by Science Foundation Ireland and Fexco in equal parts, with

critical knowledge and expertise provided by researchers at the Cork University Business School (CUBS) within UCC. The collaboration will see a team of 12 newly appointed researchers led by UCC, partner with Fexco in the delivery of applied and funded research dedicated to disrupting three key fintech verti-

cals; Treasury and FX, Digital Taxation, and Corporate Asset Administration.

The research team will be co-located between Fexco Headquarters, where the company already employs over 1,000 of its global 2,300 strong workforce, and UCC. This collaboration, led

by Professor Philip O’Reilly of CUBS, aims to stimulate the joint development of innovative solutions that will put Ireland on the world map as a fintech innovation hub. In July 2018, Fexco announced plans to recruit 175 additional high-skill staff to expand its research,

development and information technology capabilities.

“Investment in research is key to developing and delivering the next generation of products, services and innovations that will disrupt the fintech sector, an industry that has been critical to the continued growth and development of the south west of Ireland and of Fexco,” Denis McCarthy, CEO Fexco, said.

“Fexco will enjoy a dual benefit from this project, the first is the opportunity to be at the forefront of identifying new trends and technologies that could create new markets for our business and the second in welcoming a team of world-renowned research experts to the organisation. Fexco’s staff, including myself, stand to learn a huge amount from them, and I want to wish all of the partners in FINTECHNEXT every success.”

Annual charity walk this Easter Monday The Red Fox Inn annual charity walk to St Finian’s Holy Well in Glenbeigh is set to take place this Easter Monday.

LAUNCH: Pictured at the launch of the Red Fox Holy Well Walk front row l-r were: Anna Hoare, Caoimhe Foley, Zara Tomlinson. Middle row: Sean Walsh, Valerie Aherne, Adam Tomlinson, Maura Healy, Ada Marmion, Mary Counihan, Madeline Lynch, Catherine Lynch, St John Lynch, Michelle Joy, David Marmion. Back row: John Mulvihill, Shane Tomlinson and Clodagh Hoare. Photo: Michael G Kenny

This is the sixth year of the walk, which has already raised over €18,000 for local charities, and this year’s money will be donated to Cromane Community Preschool.

The walk takes in an 8km looped route from the Red Fox Inn to St Finian’s Well, where there will be a special Mass, before returning to the Red Fox for refreshments and live entertainment with Celtic Steps.

Bus transport will be in place for anyone who wishes to attend the Mass but are unable to partake in the 8km walk.

Entry costs €20 per family, €10 per adult and €5 per child. Registration for the walk takes place at the Red Fox from 11am, and all are welcome.

Cromane Community Preschool is a charitable and not-for-profit service that provides affordable quality preschool and afterschool services for the families living in Cromane and its surrounds. The school will soon move to its new state-of-the-art facility in upper Cromane.

“We are very grateful to be chosen as the beneficiaries of this year’s Holy Well Walk,” Mary Counihan, Chairperson of Cromane Community Preschool, said.

“It is a wonderful day out for all the family, and we encourage everyone to come along and support it.”

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DANCE: A troupe of dancers from Nicola Kennedy's School of Dance, Belfast competing in the An Chomhdháil World Irish Dancing Championships in Killarney this week. Photo: Eclipse Photos

Dance championships a huge economic boost to the town Over 5000 dancers from all over Ireland, America, Scotland, England and Europe, descended on the INEC this week to take part in the 2019 An Chomhdháil World Irish Dance Championships – in what was a massive economic boost for the town.

From Saturday to today (Friday) dancers competed for a world title with 40 competitions held over the seven-day championships.

The competitions are held in the INEC

and The Gleneagle Ballroom with the youngest dancer in the competition aged nine-years-old and the oldest aged 21. Winners are announced every day after each competition.

It is a great boost to the local economy as it’s Killarney’s fourth time hosting these championships which brings the 5000 competitors accompanied by an entourage of organisers, teachers, adjudicators, musicians, families, friends, supporters and spectators.

“We are delighted to return to Killarney,” Carol Carberry, Chairperson of An Chomhdháil, said.

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always really enjoy their stay here and the economic benefits of these championships will be felt right across Killarney’s hotels, B&Bs, restaurants, shops and other businesses.”

The An Chomhdháil World Irish Dance Championships is the premier event for our organisation, she added.

“The competitors here have been preparing for many months to showcase their exceptional talent. Our world championships enjoy a very high standard year-on-year and we are very proud that we have a record number of entries both in solo and figure dancing this year. We look forward to returning to Killarney again next year for our world championships. 2020 is a very special year for us as we will be celebrating our golden jubilee.”

An Chomhdháil, the organisation who run the World Irish Dance Championships have an extensive branch network worldwide and is one of the most progressive Irish dance organisations, being the first Irish dance organisation to bring in the no make-up rule for girls under 13 years of age in 2007. Both male and female world champions will be crowned across a range of age categories from under 10 through to adult, while approximately 400 teams will take part.

“We are honoured to welcome the 2019 An Chomhdháil World Irish Dance Championships,” Patrick O’Donoghue, CEO of The Gleneagle Group, said. “We wish all the competitors the very best of luck and we hope everyone enjoys their stay in Killarney.”

Local Macra set for national drama final Killarney Macra are putting in plenty of rehearsal time before they take part in the Macra National Drama final on Saturday, April 27 in Cork.

COMEDY: Killarney Macra members rehearsing their play 'Where There's a Will'. Front from left: Robert Lucey, Emma Cronin, Edmond McSweeney and Conor Brosnan. Back from left: Aisling O'Sullivan Darcy, Sarah Hunt, Jeremiah Murphy, Rebecca Fitzgerald and Sandra McSherry. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

The club are acting the play 'Where There's A Will’, which was written by playwright Jimmy Keary. The local group, directed by Aisling O’Sullivan Darcy and Sandra McSherry, came through a tough round in Conna Community Hall at the beginning of this month to qualify for the final.

Cast members are Emma Cronin, Conor Brosnan, Sarah Hunt, Ed McSweeney, Rebecca Fitzgerald, Jeremiah Murphy, Robert Lucey and Ryan Jones.

“The final will take place in Rossmore Co Cork beginning at 7.30pm,” Ger Foley, PRO of Killarney Macra, said.

“We wish the cast and the directors the best of luck.”

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Celebrating Easter and even enjoying the occasional chocolate fix doesn’t have to mean waving goodbye to achieving your weight-loss goals, says local Slimming World consultant Sorcha Domican.

Sorcha runs Slimming World groups in Killarney and Kenmare and says that no food has to be off limits.

“Easter can be a tough time for slimmers because it feels as though temptation is everywhere,” Sorcha said this week.

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DONATION: On Sunday evening in the Red Fox Inn, Killorglin, two cheque's for the sum of €5,300 each were presented to Sister Helena from St Joseph's Home, Killorglin, Palliative Care Unit, and James Foley of the Irish Pilgrimage Trust, Killorglin branch. The money was amassed by the fundraising efforts of the annual Red Fox Tractor Run committee, who raised a massive €10,600 by running this event, aided by kind donations and raffles. In the photo seated l-r: Owen Teahan, Batty Cahillane, James Foley (IPT), John Galvin, Sister Helena (St Joseph's Home), Micky Teahan, Mary Naughton Tom O'Sullivan) and Brian Gorman. Photo: Daves Photos

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Killarney salon to double in size and extend Rose Festival partnership A multi-award winning Killarney businessman has this week announced that he plans to extend his partnership with the Rose of Tralee International Festival.

Sean Taaffe Hair and Beauty, who are doubling the size of the Killarney salon’s seating capacity from 25 to 43, will also be the Official Hair Partner for the Festival again this year as it celebrates its 60th year.

Alongside his team, Sean, who was recently appointed as President of the Hairdressing Council of Ireland, will style the hair of 32 Roses, and apply the make-up for their appearances on TV in the Dome and for the social event of the year in Munster, the International Rose Ball from Friday August 23 to Tuesday 27.

Sean Taaffe is the owner of salons in Tralee, Killarney and Killorglin, with a team of 65 talented hairdressing professionals.

“We are proud to be involved in the staging of the Rose of Tralee International Festival,” Sean, a leading stylist with 30 years’ hairdressing experience,

said.

“Over the past four years, we have gained an insight to the time, effort and attention to detail that combine to make the Rose of Tralee such a beacon for Tralee and the county as a whole on a global stage. I believe that more businesses need to get involved with the Festival. We have built great relationships with the organisers and we are looking forward to continuing our journey with the Festival as it celebrates 60 years in 2019.”

John Drummey, Communications Manager for Rose of Tralee International Festival, added that the Festival is delighted with the partnership and the fact that Sean Taaffe is a Kerry-based company fills them with immense pride.

“Sean and his team bring a more creative edge to the Roses’ hair each year, which is not surprising for one of the recognised leaders in the industry in Ireland.”

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CLEAN UP: An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar TD, called to Aghadoe, Killarney during the Annual KWD County Clean Up Day, to see first hand Kerry’s biggest annual mobilisations of community groups, Tidy Towns committees, sporting organisations, individual residents and families across the county. Photos: Valerie O’Sullivan

Taoiseach helps out A record 6,000 volunteers took part in the eighth annual Kerry County Clean Up on Saturday including the Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. | By Michelle Crean Over 22,000 bags and 1,500 high-vis vests were distributed by KWD Recycling to over 330 groups who got stuck in along the county’s roadsides in towns and villages as part of the clean-up on

the day.

The countywide community initiative, which is coordinated by KWD Recycling and Kerry County Council, involved Tidy Towns groups, GAA clubs, IFA and ICMSA members and countless community and voluntary organisations.

An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar TD speaking to volunteers Mary McGillicuddy, James Daly, Killorglin, Mike Myers, Barleymount and Johnny McGuire, Killarney.

An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar TD, met some of the participants involved in the County Clean Up at the viewing point at Aghadoe at approx. 12noon where he greeted members of the County Clean Up Coordination Team.

Johnny McGuire, who is a member of the coordination team, said the day was a huge success – and although they came across no fly tipping - much of the litter collected was single use plastic.

“110 bags of rubbish was collected be-

tween the Cleeney Roundabout and the John Mitchels Road and 84 bags on the scenic road from Muckross Hotel to Molls Gap,” Johnny told the Killarney Advertiser.

“The litter we’re picking up is single use, including cans, sweet wrappers, bottles and paper cups.”

He added that the amount of rubbish they’re collecting is on par with last year.

And he said it was a boost to the project, which was conceived eight years ago after Killarney won the national Tidy Towns title, to have Taoiseach Leo Varadkar there.

“It gave a great boost to the whole county. He genuinely was very supportive of the effort.”

Volunteers Mary Lyne, Aileen Murphy, Eileen O’Donoghue and Johnny McGuire, on the main Tralee road collecting rubbish.

Hilarious Disney play gets Kerry premier in Killarney It was such an outstanding performance that a local group plan to feature their hilarious play in Killarney again next week.

A small group of Killarney people came together on Saturday and Sunday night upstairs in Courtney’s bar for ‘And They Used To Star In Movies’ – a play by Campbell Black, which was banned in America 40 years ago.

Cast members Stephen Black, aka Mickey Mouse, and Ciaran McCarthy aka Donald Duck, Indre Urbanaviciute, James Daly and Mike McSweeney were outstanding.

The play was written in 1974 and produced in London in 1976 after being banned in America following protests by the Disney Corporation, Ciaran McCarthy told the Killarney Advertiser. “Over 40 years later the Kerry premiere took place last Friday night in Courtney’s Bar, Killarney and was a huge success with not a spare seat to be had.”

The play centres round a washed-up Mickey Mouse who finds solace in a bottle and yearns for the glory days of the past. His relationship with his ex, the promiscuous Minnie Mouse, is complicated to say the least. Mickey also finds

it difficult to conceal his jealousy for his former colleague, the substance abusing Donald Duck, whose success threading the boards on Broadway is driving him bonkers.

“The 40 minute play was hilarious, clever, poignant and knee deep in satire with the actors giving a great account of themselves,” Ciaran said.

“Another three dates have been added on April 26, 27 and 28, and limited tickets are available from Courtney’s Bar. It’s free entry and starts at 7pm sharp. This is a show not to be missed.”

PLAY: Ciaran McCarthy, Stephen Black, James Daly, Pam Moylan and Indre Urbanaviciute who are performing ‘And They Used To Star In Movies’ in Courtney's Bar. Photo: Mikey Starvrovsky

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Beautiful bouquet makes Sabine and John’s day extra special A very personal gift was included in a bridal bouquet to remember someone special when couple Sabine Rosenhammer and John Barry tied the knot in Killarney.

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Sabine, living in Killarney for 12 years but originally from a small village in Bavaria, and her groom John Barry, who is originally from Waterford city, were married on March 28, by Fr Jim Lenihan in St Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney.

On the day, Sabine was surprised by her aunt, who not only provided the flowers and did all the decorations on the day, but on the morning of the wedding handed her a beautiful bridal bouquet which had a small medal with a picture of her grandmother who passed away in Germany a week before the wedding.

“I got a special surprise from my aunt,” Sabine said.

“I was very close to my grandmother.”

Sabine is daughter of Ingrid and Sebastian Rosenhammer from Neustadt, Germany and John is son of Catherine Barry and Jack Barry (RIP). Bridesmaid was Sabine’s sister Christine Neustadt and Best Man was John’s friend, Barry Conroy from Waterford.

Nine years ago, Sabine set up a successful tourism company, which targets the German speaking market.

John was working as an Engineer for a medical company in Galway but relocat-

ed to Kerry for love. He now works as an Engineer for the IT in Tralee.

“We met four years ago in Killarney and got engaged at the Parknasilla Hotel where we went back for our minimoon.”

The wedding Mass was celebrated in St Mary’s Cathedral by Fr Jim Lenihan and Bellecanto with singer Brid Mills, and the couple said that they are very grateful to him, sacristan Taighe and the musicians.

“They made the Mass very special. The wedding reception was held in Cahernane House Hotel, a venue and service which every guest complimented to the upmost. Emer Corridan and her colleagues provided a top class service from the beginning to the end.”

The bride and groom were blessed with the most beautiful March weather which the photographer Mícheál O’Sullivan made the absolute most of.

“He provided us with the most stunning photographs many taken at the beautiful Killarney Golf and Fishing Club.

Arklight provided the entertainment after the wedding meal. A great night of dancing and fun was enjoyed by all, not least many German guests who had travelled over for the wedding.”

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50TH ANNIVERSARY: Con and Joan Hickey, Boherbue, enjoyed their 50th wedding anniversary with their sons Tadgh, Conor, Brian and Dermot and daughter Noreen and extended family in The Dromhall Hotel, Killarney on Sunday.

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CHRISTENING: Baby Sean O'Neill with his parents Susan and Diarmuid O'Neill, Killarney, at his christening celebration in The Dromhall Hotel, Killarney on Saturday. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Con and Joan Hickey from Boherbue and Gneeveguilla celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary with a surprise party at the Dromhall Hotel on Saturday evening.

The couple who were married on April 19, 1969 in St Joseph’s Church in Rathmore celebrated 50 years of married bliss with four sons, Tadgh, Connor, Brian and Dermot and their daughter Noreen (Aherne).

Their eight grandchildren were also there to celebrate the milestone. The surprise was organised by Noreen. “My brother, Brian, put them in to the car at home on Saturday and told them they were going for a drive to Killarney,” Noreen said.

“They knew a certain amount, like they were going to Killarney for the day but they had no idea that we were all going to the hotel. We had a lovely meal and afterwards the hotel was very good as they gave us the Deerhunter room where we could sit and talk on our own and at the same time have room for all the kids to run around. Myself and brothers joke about if we will be talking to our own husband and wives after 50 years.”

THE BIG 60: Gerard Healy, originally from Brewsterfield, Killarney, with his daughters Abbie and Katie at his 60th birthday party in The Killarney Avenue Hotel on Saturday night. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Family gather together for Ollie’s big day The O’Donoghue family from O’Sullivan’s Place in Killarney celebrated the christening of baby Ollie at the Dromhall Hotel on Saturday.

CELEBRATION: Baby Ollie O'Donoghue with his parents Louis and Sandra O'Donoghue, older sister Ruby and godparents James Doody and Annette Ballard at his christening celebration in The Dromhall Hotel, Killarney on Saturday.

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Parents Louis and Sandra were joined by family members from a far afield as Newcastle in England for the special occasion. Ollie is the younger brother of two-year-old Ruby. Godparents were Sandra’s brother-in-law James Doody from Currow and her sister An-

nette from Firies. Proud grandparents Paddy O’Donoghue and Eileen and Marcus Cronin were also in attendance.

Louis’ brother Sean and his wife Sue made the journey from Newcastle to join the celebrations.The day started with a christening service at St Mary’s Cathedral before moving on the Dromhall Hotel for the celebration. “It was a great day,” Louis said. “It is not easy to get out with two young children these days so it was a nice change.”

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Fundraiser for additional Glenflesk defibrillator Locals in Glenflesk are planning to saves lives by installing a defibrillator in their community – but first they plan to fundraise for the equipment.

And in order to get the funds together, The Glenflesk Community Defibrillator Group are planning a coffee morning on Saturday, April 27 in The Kerryway, between 11am and 1pm.

All funds raised will go towards the purchase, installation and maintenance of a defibrillator and cabinet, which will be located at O’Brien’s Shop, Derry Healy from the group explained.

“The defib in the area is in the GAA grounds,” Derry said.

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FUNDS FOR THE DEFIBRILLATOR: Getting ready for the Glenflesk Community Defibrillator coffee morning from l-r were: Paddy Carroll, Paddy O'Donoghue, Mary O'Donoghue, Geraldine O'Brien, Derry Healy and Padraig O'Sullivan.

Call for additional lay-bys on road leading to Carrauntoohil Councillor Michael Cahill has this week called for additional lay-bys on the road leading to Ireland's highest mountain.

The Fianna Fail Councillor has called on Kerry County Council to take into consideration the significant increase in recent years in the number of people climbing Carrauntoohil and the number of visitors driving to Lisleibane car park in Beaufort, by providing additional laybys on this very busy and narrow road as

a matter of extreme urgency. Councillor Cahill said he has received a large number of complaints in regards to cars getting stuck in drains going up and down the road leading to Ireland's highest peak. The Killorglin Councillor has also called on Fáilte Ireland to make funding available for these works.

"Carrauntoohil attracts tens of thousands of visitors each year and they along with the local residents should be able to travel this road safely" he said.

At the April monthly meeting of Kerry County Council, Councillor Michael Gleeson called, by way of notice of motion, on the Government to introduce, as a matter of great urgency, legislation indemnifying from prosecution land owners who facilitate access onto their lands by people visiting historic or archaeological sites.

Councillor Gleeson states many hundreds of ancient sites that are of interest to visitors and to research students are on private lands.

At present many land owners quite rightly refuse to allow access because they are fearful of being sued for compensation in the event of a visitor receiving an injury, Cllr Gleeson explained.

“The present situation is most unsatisfactory for both the property owner and for the intending visitor. It is important that a National Indemnity Scheme would be introduced in order to overcome the present impasse.”

The motion was unanimously agreed and will be forwarded to Government for its consideration and hopefully for legislative provision, he added.

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GARDEN MAGIC

Gardening - By Debby Looney

Debby is available for advice and garden consultations, just call 086 6088156 or email barnhillky@gmail.com

Always look for strong stems when choosing a rose plant Traditionally autumn is the time for planting roses - this was mainly because in the old days, roses were sold as bare rooted plants. These days it is still cheaper to buy them this way, straight from the ground during the dormant season.

However, most garden centres will usually have a larger range at this time of year, as potted plants. I am often asked which is better, but, to be honest, there is no real difference. It all comes down to the plant itself and soil preparation. When choosing a rose plant, always look for strong stems. When buying early in the year these stems might be very short, so look out for a minimum of three stems, preferably well-spaced. Think of the end result, you want your rose to be shaped like a goblet as it is growing, therefore the stems need to be outward facing, with strong buds also facing outwards. It is better to have a rose with two strong stems opposite each other than one which has five spindly stems. Next, look at the foliage. It should be shiny and fresh looking. A rose can take a lot of abuse, but if they are dehydrated at an early age they rarely recover. They may grow, but they will often be susceptible to all sorts of diseases. There should be clear strong roots visible. If they are dark and thread like they are probably not going to take.

Also when buying bare rooted ones take care the roots are not too damaged by the person digging them up. In pots, take care not to disturb the roots too much, especially at this time of year as they are just starting to grow. All these guidelines also apply to standard roses, that is, roses

on a tall stem.

Soil preparation will be the next thing to look at. It is no harm to prepare a rose bed well - a lot of work now will let you off the hook for years to come! Roses like a deep fertile soil, preferably at least a foot deep. Add plenty of compost, moss peat or other organic material. Well-rotted horse manure is fantastic, as is spent mushroom compost. There are boxes of rose manure available, which often contain horse manure, and if you are using this it is usually a handful to a square metre. Always make sure the roots do not touch manure directly, and this goes for all plants, as it will scorch them.

Roses like moisture retentive soil, but hate waterlogging. If they dry out frequently they will be more prone to blackspot, however, if they are waterlogged they will turn yellow and fail to flower.

The ideal aspect for roses is a south facing spot, however, as long as they get half a day of good light they will perform.

If you have roses already it is a good idea to spray them with 'Roseclear' or some other fungicide, to prevent blackspot later on. This disease overwinters in the buds, so as soon as the leaves start unfurling it is advisable to spray them. Giving them a feed with something like 'Uncle Tom's Tonic’, though it is a little pricey, is also an excellent way to start them off to a good year. It is a drench, or foliar feed, which is concentrated potassium phosphate, previously only available to those in the trade, but now available to amateur gardeners also. It strengthens the plant, making it more disease resistant, so cutting down on your need to spray with harmful chemicals.

MEET UP: Members of the Derry family, O'Flaherty family, Chevalier/Sands family, Giustini family with Ambassador Gingrich, Newt Gingrich and Jerry O'Grady.

Hugh O’Flaherty Society enjoys Italian tour Over 70 people travelled to Italy recently for an experience never to be forgotten as part of the 75th anniversary Hugh O’Flaherty Society Rome Tour.

The five day trip included visits to three Embassies, two colleges, the Abbey and War Cemetery of Montecassino, the 1000 room Palace of Princess Gesine Doria Pamphilj, a St Peter’s Square audience with Pope Francis and much more.

“While this was the fourth tour in eight years, it included a first time visit to the historic and beautiful Vatican Gardens where Hugh O’Flaherty and Major Sam Derry hid their Escape Line records in biscuit tins buried in flowerbeds,” Jerry O’Grady, Society Chairman, said.

“It also included a full access visit to the now derelict Chapel at Acqua Santa Golf Club where Monsignor Hugh ministered to eastern European refugees for over 10 years after the war ended. We were told that Msgr. Hugh frequently received aid parcels of food, medicines and clothes from Killarney and from his friends in New York – giving rise to the comment that they were the best dressed refugees in Italy.”

The members were unanimous in their views that this was an incredibly successful tour, he added. "While the first is always special, this was beyond question, the best yet. Full credit must go to our regular tour organisers Kieran and Laura Troy of Cultural Connections – their research, planning and management of their tours are top drawer.”

The group were received at the Irish Embassy, the British Embassy and the US Embassy to the Holy See. At a special gathering at the Irish College with some of the Irish diaspora in Rome, the tour group was addressed by

two new associates of the Society. US born lawyer Anthony Giustini told of his grandfather and father who were active in the Italian Resistance and escorted many escaped POWs to Msgr Hugh in Rome. The group was also addressed

by Fabrizio Silli, nephew of Vittoria Rossi who worked closely with Msgr Hugh during the war.

Presentations were made to Irish Holy See Ambassador Derek Hannon, Irish Embassy to Italy Deputy Head of Mission Margaret Murphy, British Ambassador Jill Morris, US Ambassador Callista Gingrich, Princess Gesine Doria Pamphilj, the Rectors of the German College and the Irish College and others associated with the Rome Escape Line.

There was also a unique meeting between Msgr Hugh’s Rome golf caddie, who later turned professional, Roberto Bernardini, and Msgr Hugh’s nephew, Judge Hugh O’Flaherty. Roberto demonstrated the Msgr’s unique and natural ‘grip’ – two unconnected hands, despite which he could drive a ‘one iron’ better than anyone he has ever seen or played with on the professional tour.

June 4 next is the official date of the 75th Anniversary of the Liberation of Rome – and will be marked in Killarney by special events including a free public performance of Donie Courtney’s oneman play, ‘God Has No Country’ and the presentation of the 2019 Humanitarian Award to the members of the Irish Defence Forces who have served with United Nations Peacekeeping Missions overseas since 1958.

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O’Mahony calls on public to walk Camino de Santiago Five-time All-Ireland winner and the country's first winner of ‘Dancing With The Stars’, Aidan O’Mahony, is calling on the public to join him in walking the Camino de Santiago to raise vital funds for Cardiac Risk in Young Ireland (CRY), on September 7 to 14.

State Commemoration to mark the anniversary of the 1916 Rising A ceremony to mark the anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising will take place outside the GPO, O’Connell Street, Dublin on Easter Sunday, commencing at 12noon.

The ceremony will be led by President Michael D. Higgins, An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar TD, and the Minister with Responsibility for Defence, Paul Kehoe TD. Defence Forces personnel, including a brass band, a pipe band and representatives of the Army, the Air Corps and the Naval Service will take part in the

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ceremony, which will, weather permitting, conclude with an Air Corps fly past.

At noon, the National Flag on top of the GPO will be lowered and the 1916 Proclamation will be read by an Officer from the Defence Forces.

The President will then lay a wreath to commemorate those who died in 1916.

A minute’s silence will also be observed.

Members of the public are invited to attend the ceremony and should be in position in the public viewing areas outside the GPO by 11.30am. These are located at the Clery’s side of O’Connell Street and at the north and south ends of the GPO. An area has been reserved for wheelchair users. Large video screens will also be erected on either side of the GPO to relay the ceremony to the public and a commemorative programme will be distributed on the day.

“It is an honour for me to take part in the Camino Trek and to be an ambassador for such an important and worthy charity,” said the Rathmore man. “Sudden Cardiac Death has affected so many families in Ireland including my own. The provision of CRY’s supports and services to patients and families who have experienced a loss to the condition are exceptional. As I am a representative and advocate for healthy living and well-being, the Camino Trek is a very positive event to be part of as it symbolises my passion for outdoors and fitness.”

O’Mahony is asking the public to join him on completing an eight day 107km trek and help to raise up much-needed funds for CRY. The Camino is a walk anyone can do, this year CRY will walk The Portuguese Coastal Way and the added bonus it is for a great cause and those who sign up are asked to raise €1,950 to take part.

Drill for oil as Trump ignores Obama-era safety rules Offshore oil and gas drilling in the US is on the increase.

A new report shows that the Trump administration has opened up almost all of the American waters to offshore drilling.

Fair enough, it may be said, Trump’s job is to drive the economy.

The report is published nearly 10 years after the Deepwater Horizon spill.

The disaster in the Gulf of Mexico in

April 2010 is said to be the largest oil spill in the history of oil exploration. It is estimated that 4.9 million barrels of oil were released in to the sea at that time.

A new study by conservation group Oceana found that there have been some improvement since the Deepwater Horizon disaster but there are further risks of another spill, mainly due to “lax oversight, paltry fines and overstretched inspectors”.

“Less safety and more drilling is a recipe for disaster,” said Diane Hoskins, Campaign Director at Oceana. “We should be implementing safety reforms, not rolling back what we have. Nearly 10 years on from the BP disaster, overarching failures haven’t been remedied.”

The report criticizes the federal agency that oversees offshore drilling for regularly granting exemptions to safety rules.

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Killarney cyclist on Irish team Killarney cyclist, Conor Kissane, has been named on an Irish team to contest the Kerry Group Rás Mumhan which gets underway today (Friday) from Killorglin.

€800m pledged to restore Notre Dame As footage of the burning Notre Dame cathedral beamed in to living rooms around the globe on Monday many people reacted with shock and disappointment.

One of the most iconic tourist attractions in the world fell before our eyes.

Approximately 12 million people visit Notre Dame annually, making it the most visited monument in Paris.

Built between 1160 and 1260, one of Paris’ most recognisable landmarks, was modified frequently in the following centuries.

It is not the first time the cathedral and its priceless artefacts were at risk of being lost forever.

In the 1790s, during the French Revolution, many of its religious imagery was damaged or destroyed.

Monday night’s disaster prompted a world-wide fundraising drive to help rebuild Notre Dame, led by three of the wealthiest French families, and that fund has already hit €800 million for the historic site.

Great you may think, but some National Geographic scientists disagree.

Jonathan Kolby became involved in wildlife conservation at the age of 15, when he volunteered on his first expedition to document biodiversity in Southeast Asia.

He has since been involved in 20 field expeditions spanning the globe, from Honduras to Madagascar to Hong Kong. In 2007, Kolby was awarded a National Ge-

ographic Young Explorers Grant to study chytrid fungus and amphibian declines in Honduras.

After completing this project, Kolby decided to dedicate himself to combatting global amphibian declines and extinction.

“I know a lot of you are really upset about the Notre Dame fire in Paris and I’m really sad, too. To see something so beautiful and so carefully constructed be damaged by forces out of your control is very painful,” said Kolby.

“As a scientist who studies species that are going extinct right now, this is the feeling I grapple with more often than I’d like. The irreplaceable work of art that I worship is nature, and to watch it senselessly crumble to the ground every day hurts my heart.

I highly respect your feelings about what happened and I hope the parallel described can help you better understand how many of the people who have devoted their lives to conservation feel quite often.

We know you get tired of us shouting about species going extinct and we’re sorry for the broken record, but we’re surrounded by burning cathedrals built across millennia and no one seems to care.”

Kissane, who is just 22 and from Barleymount, is an emerging talent and the international call-up is due recognition of his steady progress.

Three years ago, in 2017, he was a Category 2 rider in Rás Mumhan and wore the Blue Jersey for leading that category.

Last year he was a full Category 1 rider and won the mountain’s polka-dot jersey on the opening Sliabh Luachra stage.

He went on to give an impressive Rás Tailteann performance in May, scooping up mountain points on the Moll’s Gap stage. He also won the Kerry County Championship, came second in the National Hill-Climbing Championships and got a placing in many road-races.

Kissane’s first Irish championship medal came in January this year when he was one of the Killarney Cycling Club team which won the Irish Cyclocross Champi-

Killarney cyclist, Conor Kissane

onship. He hit the cycling headlines again in March by the first road-race of the season, the Lacy Cup in Tralee.

Kissane is sure to get tremendous local support, even though he will be missed by his Killarney club which gave an impressive performance in last year’s event: along with Kissane, Marcus Tracy and Patrick Clifford also made the podium for leading the Category 2 classification. This year’s Killarney team comprises of John Brosnan, Neil Hodges, Paidi O’Brien, Jack Caldwell and Andy McGuire, and it is managed by John Crowley with support from Marcus Tracey, Brendan Slattery, Joe O’Shea, Richie Hodges, Lorraine Lucy and Denis O’Shea.

SuperLeague success for Killarney coach Killarney basketball coach James Fleming enjoyed success when he guided the Cork-based Fr Mathews senior ladies team to their first ever title at Super League level when they defeated league and cup champions Liffey Celtics in a thrilling Women’s Champions Trophy final at the DCU complex in Dublin, on Sunday.

Fleming has now completed four seasons with the Cork club. A former St Paul's Killarney SuperLeague player and senior ladies head coach, James has also coached a number of St Paul's underage teams in recent years. He is also assistant coach of the Ireland’s under 20 ladies’ squad and is well-known in sporting circles as a former Dr Crokes senior football championship winning captain.

There has been remarkable progress for Coach Fleming and his Fr Mathews team over the past year since winning the Division One National Cup in January 2018. Promotion to the Super-

League followed and securing a title in their first season was an incredible achievement.

In Sunday's final Fr Mathews trailed 66-63 with just five seconds left in normal time. However, a dramatic buzzer beating three-pointer from Grainne Dwyer levelled the tie at 66 points each forcing overtime. Coach Fleming's girls dominated the overtime period with match MVP Grainne Dwyer finishing with 31 points in a 83-70 victory.

Cahersiveen native Amy Fitzgerald was also on the winning Fr Mathews team while popular Castleisland man Vince Barry was the team manager.

Head Coach James Fleming has now completed four seasons with the Cork club. A former St Paul's Killarney SuperLeague player and senior ladies Head Coach, James has also coached a number of St Paul's underage teams in recent years. He is also Assistant Coach of the Ireland’s under 20 ladies’ squad and is well-known in sporting circles as a former Dr Crokes senior football championship winning captain.

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SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL

Beauty - By Jill O'Donoghue

Jill is available for advice and beauty consultations, at Killarney Toning & Beauty Studio. Call 064 6632966

Your skin will feel great after a wrap There are many wraps on the market for slimming, inch loss, anti-cellulite etc., but there is only one in the market that works and has proven results – the Elite Universal Contour Body Wrap.

I’m often asked how does it work and what makes it different – but the wrap we offer at our studio really does give results.

It’s simple - I’m not offering a miracle - it’s a one and a half hour treatment in the salon, which continues to work for you up to three days after you leave. However, there is a specific home-care routine that has to be followed after you leave - it’s part of the treatment, especially if you are looking for the anti-cellulite effect that goes with it.

Anti-cellulite needs detoxing and water to flush out toxins and this can’t happen in an hour - so home care is essential.

The skin feels great after the wrap. It’s an ideal wrap to help motivate yourself to start on a detox or weight loss program.

The inch loss is immediate but continues to tighten skin after the wrap. It’s an ideal wrap for pre-holiday, a wedding or a party.

The electrodes that are applied under the bandages give an added effect to the reduction in cellulite and fluid retention as

it speeds up the circulation and lymphatic drainage.

The process itself is painless if you don’t mind getting muddy! After the sea clay is applied all over the body 28 bandages are applied with a specific wrapping technique to lift and contour different areas of the body. You are then tucked up in a heated blanket to let the magic happen.

We have been doing the wrap for the past 15 years with great results. It has changed over the years with added extras, helping to improve results.

Clients have told me they find it very relaxing and therapeutic. It has Epson Salts in it so it has anti-inflammatory effects on the body also.

Anyone who is short on time can avail of an Indian Head Massage or facial while in the wrap. If you’re looking to try a new treatment with great results, give it a go – you have nothing to lose but inches!

For more information or to make an appointment call Jill on 064 6632966

THIRD PLACE: Lissivigeen National School U13 team came joint third in the Irish League of Credit Union National Schools Quiz 2019. Pictured were: Harry Bolger, Shane O'Sullivan, Aoibhin Kelly and Donnchadh Daly with ILCU Vice President Gerry Thompson.

Local pupils come third in All-Ireland quiz

Lissivigeen National School came joint third in the Under 13 age category of the All-Ireland Credit Union Schools Quiz - beating off stiff competition from rival teams in their respective age categories at the grand final in the RDS, Dublin recently.

The overall victorious teams were Quay National School, Ballina, Co Mayo, and St Cronan’s Boys National School, Bray, Co Wicklow.

More than 90 teams-of-four from across the island of Ireland made it through to the national final following the knockout stages at local and regional level.

The participating teams were accompanied by families, relatives, teachers and friends who enthusiastically cheered them on throughout the afternoon.

Quizmaster, well-known Today FM DJ Fergal D’Arcy, ensured the atmosphere remained light-hearted while the competing teams grappled with the more difficult questions.

The hotly contested quiz is run by the Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU) each year and attracts more than 25,000 participants. The local and regional knockout rounds were organised by credit union volunteers and took

place in over 300 venues between January and March.

The Lissivigeen National School team comprised of Harry Bolger, Shane O'Sullivan, Aoibhinn Kelly and Donnchadh Daly.

“We had a very enjoyable day and the team prepared well for the competition,” Mike McAuliffe, Lissivigeen National School Principal, said.

“We would like to thank Killarney Credit Union and Chapter 23 Credit Union for their support for our team.”

The questions for the quiz are compiled each year by primary school teachers and cover topics such as geography, history, music, literature and sport. The event is a popular fixture on the annual schools’ calendar and aims to encourage and develop teamwork and collaboration between schoolchildren. It is one of the central events in the ILCU’s programme of youth initiatives.

FOR YOUR SPECIAL DAY

The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens

A unique location with a special welcome The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens is a beautiful five star luxurious hotel, situated in Beaufort, a short drive from Killarney town.

The hotel re-opened in April last year after an 18 month renovation of its public areas, including the restaurant, bar, reception, lobby and lounge spaces, as well as enhancements to the gardens and car park.

The hotel is set on its own 64 acre estate leading to the ruins of the 12th century Dunloe Castle and River Laune which flows through the garden estate. This setting creates a romantic atmosphere making it a unique and ideal backdrop for your perfect wedding day.

The hotel and dedicated team of staff have been welcoming weddings for over 50 years and offer a highly personalised and professional service in an exceptional location. The hotel is also licensed for civil wedding ceremonies.

The Upper Lounge is the perfect place to greet guests and welcome them for the evening celebrations. With elevat-

ed views of the rolling countryside, this area has its own bar which exudes comfort and elegance.

In the most beautiful natural setting, you and your guests will enjoy the best of international and Irish cuisine in the Park Suite. With its own bar and dance floor, the Park Suite also offers access to a private covered terrace.

All 102 guestrooms at The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens have breath-taking views of mountains or gardens. The hotel offers a wealth of activities including complimentary trekking on Haflinger Ponies, 25m swimming pool, steam room, sauna and indoor tennis. Guests may also enjoy complimentary fishing on the River Laune.

Contact the hotel’s wedding team now at weddings@thedunloe.com or call 064 6644111 for enquiries and more information.

A Unique Location. A Special Welcome.

The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens is a newly renovated 5 star hotel overlooking the Gap of Dunloe and is set on its own 64 acre estate with the ruins of the 12th century Dunloe Castle, offering a romantic and idyllic setting for your perfect day.

Contact the hotel’s wedding team at weddings@thedunloe.com or call 064 66 44111 for further information and enquiries.

The Dunloe Hotel & Gardens, Beaufort, Killarney, Co. Kerry

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The Kenmare Bay Hotel

All you need is love for the perfect wedding day The Kenmare Bay Hotel in partnership with All You Need is Love Stationery Design & Calligraphy, are delighted to offer complimentary wedding stationery to our couples who book their wedding with us for select dates between May and October 2020.

As well as an extensive pre-designed collection, All You Need is Love offer a bespoke stationery design and calligraphy service, working closely with you through consultations and mood boards to make your invitation dreams become a reality. Their creative offerings include venue and floral illustration, watercolour art, modern calligraphy and more.

Together with All You Need is Love, we want to make it that bit easier for our couples and what better way than giving them the invitations of their dreams.

The Kenmare Bay Hotel offers a service and a setting that is second to none. Our beautiful banqueting suite is light filled and airy and offers an undisrupted view of the Kerry Mountains for miles. We can

cater for up to 350 guests, but for smaller, more intimate weddings, the room can be partitioned to suit. This offers total flexibility to our couples.

We have a dedicated and long standing wedding team that are passionate and experienced in their roles. They provide wedding packages to suit each couple individually - so no matter the budget, numbers or specific requirements - the Kenmare Bay Hotel will be on hand to create the most perfect wedding day!

For your perfect day, look no further than the Kenmare Bay. See www.kenmarebayhotel.com, contact Sile on 064 66 41300 or sile@kenmarebayhotel.com.

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The Heights Hotel Killarney

No two weddings are the same at the Heights Hotel No two weddings are the same at the Heights Hotel, who have over 40 years experience working with couples for their big day.

Your wedding day will be unique and tailor made to reflect you as a couple as our motto is ‘Your Wedding, Your Vision, Your Way’.

We are a one wedding a day venue meaning you and your guests have that feeling of exclusivity on your wedding day and know that yours will be the sole focus of our attention. Our Wedding and Events Manager, Natalie Bader will be there as your first point of contact from your initial enquiry until the day you say ‘I Do’, so you will always have a familiar face at hand that you know and trust.

She’ll guide you every step of the way in making sure your wedding day is memorable for all the right reasons.

The meal is crucial to the success of your

special day and is what your guests will leave talking about. This task is in the safe hands of our Head Chef, Jamie Cronin, who has over 15 years of culinary experience. You can be guaranteed a sumptuous dinner reception that your guests will be raving about, and, with the helping hand of a team that prides itself on offering an individual service with professional assistance your wedding will be nothing less than extraordinary.

Contact Natalie on 064 663 1158 or natalie@killarneyheights.ie.

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Dromhall weddings - a day you’ll remember forever “Perfect location for any bride’s dream day” “The main function room looked absolutely beautiful” “The food was nothing short of incredible” Guests were blown away – it was top class” “Dromhall is definitely the place”…. words from couples that said “I Do” to the four star Dromhall Hotel for their dream day. Couples planning their dream wedding day need to view the stunning Shelbourne Banqueting Suite and exclusive arrival reception area which caters for weddings from 80 – 320 guests. With over 50 years of

experience, the Randles family know exactly how to make this most special of occasions perfect. Complimentary use of the hotel’s wedding car, fairy light backdrop, flower wall feature, chair covers and sashes are just some of the many generous items that are included in their wedding packages.

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plenty of complimentary parking and offering wonderful opportunities for memorable wedding pictures, not only outdoors but within the hotel itself – just check out the splendid staircase and imagine yourself standing there with cameras flashing! And yes, they are fully registered to provide civil ceremonies. Book your wedding con-

sultation today and talk to the experts at the Dromhall Hotel and see why this award winning Killarney venue is the ideal choice for your special day. Meet the wedding team on Sunday, May 20 at the Kerry Wedding Show in the INEC. See www.dromhall.com, contact Ciara on 064 6639300 or email ciaraoc@randleshotels.com.

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Ballygarry House Hotel & Spa

Ballygarry House have an outstanding reputation for exceptional weddings Ballygarry House Hotel & Spa, a stylish, relaxing and family owned country house hotel, has specialised in weddings for over 60 years.

The hotel itself is situated within six acres of mature gardens with picturesque mountain views providing the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable destination wedding.

Ballygarry House Hotel & Spa has won several prestigious awards including the National Hospitality of Ireland (NHA) Munster Wedding Venue of the Year 2018 and Top 10 Hotel in Ireland TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards, which can be attributed to the unrivalled service provided by their highly knowledgeable, dedicated team. Led

by Padraig McGillicuddy, the third generation proprietor of the hotel, the Ballygarry House Hotel management team specialise in extraordinary attention to detail and personalised, reliable service. With a guarantee of only one wedding a day, Ballygarry House Ho-

tel and Spa ensure an exceptional and memorable wedding experience.

At Ballygarry House Hotel wedding, guests are welcomed through a private entrance into the stunning Pavilion Suite for an exclusive drinks and canape reception. The suite features a separate bar and outdoor terrace making it ideal for second day wedding gatherings also. The main celebrations then take place in The Monarch Suite, a magnificent ballroom with beautiful bespoke dĂŠcor and old-world charm.

As an award winning venue, Ballygarry House Hotel delivers the complete package and experience when it comes to weddings, offering superb food, excellent service and world class standards. Its idyllic location paired with an exceptional team who really embody the warmth and personality of Bally-

garry House have earned the hotel an outstanding reputation for hosting weddings.

Ballygarry House are delighted to offer a very special Winter Wedding Package on selected dates from November to April.

For further information on hosting your wedding at Ballygarry House please contact Padraig or Thys, who will meet with you personally to guide you through your options, on 066 7123322, email: thys@ballygarryhouse.com or online: www.ballygarryhouse.com.

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The Brehon Hotel

Meet the wedding team at The Brehon The dedicated wedding team at The Brehon will host a wedding consultation day on Sunday, May 12, from 12noon until 5pm.

Couples planning their wedding day are welcome to come along, meet the team and tour the hotel. The wedding team at The Brehon devout their time, expertise and passion to creating and delivering exceptional weddings.

Wedding Sales Manager, Sharon O’Connor, knows all about planning a wedding as she recently celebrated her big day at The Brehon. Sharon can help you choose the ideal date for your wedding as well as talk you through the various wedding packages and options available at The Brehon.

Wedding Coordinator, Caitriona Ashe, will guide you through the finer details in the lead up to your big day. An evening of wedding tasting is highly recommended, Caitriona and the talented team of chefs at The Brehon will present you with the delicious food and wine options available for you to choose from. Caitriona can also help you with those all-important decisions on décor, entertainment and your preferred running order for the day. Her attention to detail means that every element of your wedding will be planned to perfection.

The Brehon is the perfect hotel for couples seeking an extra special venue for their wedding day. From the moment you enter the hotel’s marble reception area, you understand the special emphasis the hotel places on making guests welcome and providing superior quality and award-winning service.

The Brehon Banqueting Suite can cater for up to 220 guests while the Private Dining Room is perfect for more intimate wedding parties of up to 80 guests.

When it comes to banqueting, The Brehon is a true fine-dining experience. Head Chef, Chad Byrne, and his award-winning team create gourmet dishes that will amaze your guests. The Brehon also offers special facilities to cater for the wedding party both before and after the big day. Private dining options are available, as well as private areas to socialise and enjoy drinks, on the day before and day after the wedding.

Couples are invited to confirm their attendance at the Brehon Wedding Consultation day by phoning 064 6630700 or emailing weddings@thebrehon.com.

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Deck The Halls

The Sneem Hotel

An unforgettable experience at The Sneem Hotel With an iconic backdrop of the Golden’s Cove, competing as one of the best locations along the Ring of Kerry, The Sneem Hotel, which is about an hour’s drive from Killarney, offers guests across-the-board an unforgettable and timeless experience.

We make your vision a reality Deck the Halls always aspires to create the perfect ambience for your wedding day with our bespoke props and designs.

We pride ourselves on creating a wedding that is truly unique to you. Visit our website at deckthehalls.ie to see the great range of props and designs that we have to offer. Our items are suitable for church and civil ceremonies as

well as the reception venue. We would be delighted to discuss your own ideas with you for your wedding, and we will always do our best to make your vision a reality. Let us help you create wonderful memories of your day that will last a lifetime.

To get in touch, you can use our enquiry form on our website. www.deckthehalls.ie

Whether it’s a weekend break away, an adventure experience or the most important day of your life, The Sneem Hotel offers a unique experience for everyone.

The Sneem Hotel is proud to unveil a new destination located on the prime estate with dramatic backdrops of the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks whilst located on the water’s edge overlooking the Gold-

en’s Cove. This three bedroom, three bathroom cove facing boathouse is nestled amongst the natural matured fauna in the private estate, offering a more secluded experience, yet still a stone’s throw away from the main hotel facilities.

With a vernacular architecture exterior design, warm and luxury interior style, no expense was spared to ensure great Irish hospitality is offered to all guests.

The three bedroom boathouse is the ideal location for the bride-to-be, prior to her unveiling on the day of the wedding, or the perfect venue for a luxury pre-wedding slumber party with the girls.

For bookings contact the hotel direct on +353 (0)64 6675100 or via email at information@sneemhotel.com.

NEWS

19.04.2019

Over 300 attend Aviva conference in Killarney

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Over 300 delegates travelled to Killarney for the annual Aviva National Brokers Conference, held at The Europe Hotel and Resort, recently.

The event was secured for the region after a referral to Kerry Convention Bureau (KCB) by John Healy, Managing Director of JP Healy & Co Insurances Ltd. John’s role in putting forward Killarney for consideration to Aviva management and facilitating an introduction to the bureau illustrates how the KCB Conference Ambassador Program works to successfully attract business events.

The one-day conference and gala dinner was attended by delegates from all over Ireland, along with a small amount from Northern Ireland and the UK. It is estimated that the event generated over €100k in direct economic benefit to the region.

“We were delighted to extend a warm Kerry welcome to the delegates and understand that the event was a great success,” Mike Buckley, KCB Chairman, said. “It was fantastic to hear that when Killarney was announced as this year’s location, the conference attracted its biggest numbers to date. We would like to thank John for his efforts as a local champion to bring this event home to Kerry and formally recognise him as a Kerry Conference Ambassador”

The Kerry Convention Bureau Ambassador Program is run in partnership with Fáilte Ireland and provides support for Kerry nationals who are active members of Associations, Federations, Societies and Sporting Organisation to identify and attract national or international conferences and events which could be held in Kerry.

Robert Kennedy, Head of Sales and Trading Aviva Ireland said that Aviva have a long heritage in Kerry through their legacy companies Norwich Union, General Accident and Hibernian, who would have operated offices in Killarney and Tralee.

“We continue to have a presence on the ground though with Ronan Kavanagh and David Wade working with our Partner Brokers across Life Assurance, Pensions, Investments and General Insurance. As such, having our annual broker conference was a natural decision given our historic association with Kerry. We have been so impressed with the quality of the conference facilities and service at both the Europe Hotel and the Aghadoe Heights. We hope to back again in 2020.’’

CONFERENCE: Kerry Convention Bureau ambassador attracts national conference to Killarney. Pictured were: John Healy (JP Healy Insurance) and Robert Kennedy (Head of Sales and Trading, General Insurance Aviva Ireland), along with Micheal Brennan (Managing Director of Killarney Hotels), Mike Buckley (KCB), Niamh O'Shea (KCB) Becky Hargrove (KCB), Eva Smidt (The Europe Hotel) and Paul Sherry (Chamber of Commerce). Photo: Sally MacMonagle.

COFFEE TIME: Ann Marie O’Leary, Grainne Fitzgerald and Billy Carver (Killarney Royal), launching the annual Big Coffee Morning that will take place in The Killarney Royal Hotel on Saturday, April 27. Proceeds from the event will go to Pieta House. Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Coffee morning to benefit mental health charity

Raising funds for Pieta House is the focus of a fundraiser taking place in Killarney next week.

Organisers of ‘The Big Coffee Morning’, Ann Marie O’Leary and Tara O’Donoghue, are hoping for a big turn out to support this great cause, in the Killarney Royal Hotel, from 10am-12pm, on Saturday, April 27. And everyone is welcome along.

This now annual event aims to raise money for local charitable organisations and this year’s nominated charity is Pieta House in Tralee.

This event has raised over €10,000 over the past four years and both Ann Marie and Tara are looking forward to generating some funds for Pieta House, whose nearest centre is located in Tralee.

“It is always a great social morning with an abundance of homemade confectionary and the finest tea and coffee,” Tara O’Donoghue said.

“We are so grateful to the management of the Killarney Royal Hotel and their staff who continue to accommodate this event since it started, and we are so grateful for all those who bake and provide confectionary items for the

morning.”

Pieta House is a not-for-profit organisation that provides a free, therapeutic approach to people who are in suicidal distress and those who engage in selfharm.

“In today’s busy world, we probably all know someone who has struggled with their mental health and Pieta House does some fantastic work to assist those who need help the most,” Ann Marie explained.

She went on to say that this year’s coffee morning is being held in memory of one of her own friends and work colleague, Brenda Fitzgerald.

One of the big attractions every year is the ‘Big Raffle’ and with an array of fantastic prizes on offer.

It’s one not to be missed, she added.

“The businesses of Killarney and the surrounding areas have continuously supported the coffee morning and this year is no exception,” Ann Marie said.

“We have a host of fantastic prizes and the raffle adds a bit of fun to the event.”

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NEWS

19.04.2019

€10,000 funding announced for ‘The Big Hello’ healthy weekend Funding of €10,000 has been allocated to community and voluntary groups around the county as part of ‘The Big Hello!’

Healthy Kerry Community Weekend 2019 which takes places on the May Bank Holiday Weekend.

The nationwide initiative, which is funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development, offers a chance for organisations and community groups to host an event which will help people to get know all members of their community, to reconnect with neighbours and have a community celebration that is open and inclusive. The purpose of the event is to strengthen community ties and tackle social isolation. Events are to be centred around food, environment, well-being or culture.

Funding of €10,000 was allocated to Kerry events by the department and the Kerry Local Community and Development Committee (LCDC) who recently invited applications for funding from community groups.

The LCDC agreed that the Healthy Kerry Committee along with representatives from Udarás na Gaeltachta and the Public Participation Network (PPN) would oversee the administration of the fund. This committee themed the 2019 Healthy Kerry Community Week-

end as ‘Well-being Across the Ages.’

THE LCDC HAS ANNOUNCED DETAILS OF THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS THIS WEEK: KASI CLG – Killarney Immigrant Support Centre €1,000 This event will centre around the launch of their food market to assist local producers and artisans set up stalls in the garden. It is intended that this event will create a space for social interaction between people of all ages and backgrounds. It will be a family event with face painting, music and food available.

Killarney Looking Good – Mountain Meitheal €400 The mountain meitheal volunteers currently operate in the Muckross part of the National Park. A social event for the 50 volunteers will be held in Glena, the other side of the Muckross Peninsula.

It is intended that the group will clear long-overgrown trails in this location to improve access for all from both the Tomies and Dinis sides of Killarney National Park and that food will be provided

SAY HELLO TO HEALTH: Announcing details of ‘The Big Hello’ Healthy Kerry Community Weekend from l-r: Niamh O’Sullivan (Head of Community Department, Kerry County Council), Cllr Niall Kelleher (Chairperson of Kerry Local Community Development Committee), Deirdre Hegarty (Health and Well-being Officer, Kerry County Council), and Bill Morrell (Kerry Public Participation Network).

afterwards.

Killarney Celtic Football Club €400 This event will be held in Ballydribbeen Estate promoted by Killarney Celtic Football Club. This event will include

Ballydribbeen residents and club members coming together to clean, paint and brighten the area so that all of the community will work together and be proud of the area.

New boxing courses commence next week Boxing enthusiasts will have an opportunity to develop their skills with two new courses set to commence at The Peak Performance Academy at The Deerpark Retail Park, Killarney, in the coming weeks.

BOXING COURSE: Experienced boxer and trainer Darragh Keogh has two new boxing courses coming up in Killarney.

An advanced course for those with boxing experience will start on Thursday, April 25 while a new fundamentals of boxing course will commence on Thursday, May 2.

Experienced boxer and trainer Darragh Keogh will direct both courses which follow on from a successful six week course that has recently finished at the Academy.

“Participants who completed this may be interested in the new advanced course which will focus on more technical and complex skills. Drills learnt at the fundamentals course should be of use to implement them into semi-contact and open sparring training,” Darragh, who

holds a degree in Sports Science and is qualified personal trainer, said. “The introductory fundamentals of boxing course starting on May 2 will concentrate on various boxing techniques and will present great workout opportunities for anyone interested in keeping fit, learning new training skills and enjoying themselves.”

Bookings can be made by contacting Darragh at 087 2470632, emailing darragh.keogh@griffithuni.edu.au or calling to The Peak Performance Academy which is located behind Tesco at The Deerpark Retail Park, Killarney. The course fee for the six week duration is just €50.

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PERFORMANCE: Killarney participants from Saint John of God who took to the stage in Siamsa Tire recently for their show 'Sister'. Pictured were: Caroline Griffin, Clare Rohan, Terence O'Sullivan, Micheal O Leary, Janet O Donoghue, Teresa O'Brien and Angie Smith.

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Cartell.ie Rally of the Lakes Event Ambassador Michael Fassbender pictured with Derick McMahon (Head Chef and Cafe Manager) and Eileen O'Leary (Manager) from Avoca Cafe, Molls Gap.

COMMUNITY NOTES Glenflesk COUNTY CLEAN-UP: Thank you to all the volunteers in our parish who turned out Saturday, and days before it too, to clean up the roads, and thanks also to the GAA for highlighting this annual event.

RAHEEN NS: Congratulations to Ann Cronin who had the winning lotto no 35 on Saturday, April 13.

GLENFLESK CCÉ: Congratulations to the following who were successful in Millstreet Feile on Sunday. Grace Angland - 1st U15 slide and Polka and overall trophy in slide and polka. Sean Angland - 1st U8 in accordion and slide and Polka. Olivia Angland - 1st U8 in concertina and fiddle and 2nd in slide and polka.

Colleen Angland - 2nd U12 in flute and whistle. Colleen, Olivia and Sean - 2nd in U12 trio. Olivia and Sean - 2nd on U10 duet. Noirín Healy - 2nd U10 singing.

Cliona Moynihan - 3rd in U12 singing.

DEFIBRILLATOR GROUP: The Glenflesk Community Defibrillator Group will be hosting a coffee morning on April 27 in The Kerry Way between 11am-1pm. All funds raised will go towards the purchase, installation and maintenance of a defibrillator and cabinet, which will be located at O'Brien's Shop. There will also be a raffle and entertainment on the day. If anyone requires any more information or would like to sponsor a raffle prize, please contact one of the committee members. Derry Healy 087 2707899, Geraldine O'Brien 085 1641048, Jerry Mullane 087 2627815, Pádraig O'Sullivan 0870530384.

Listry AGM: Listry Community Council CLG Annual General Meeting takes place on Thursday, April 25 at 8pm in Listry Community Centre. Guest Speaker is Éadaoine Moynihan, Community Development Officer with South Kerry Development Partnership CLG. Éadaoine will talk about many aspects of Community Development and will draw on her vast experience and knowledge of Community Development initiatives throughout Kerry and further afield. She will also advise on available funding and grants. The Annual General Meeting is open to the general public and attendance is strongly advised for anyone

interested in enhancing our community and making it a better place to live and work. Don’t miss this opportunity to have your say.

Cill Airne CCÉ FLEADH CHEOIL: Excitement is building now in Milltown as preparations are advanced for Fleadh Cheoil Chiarraí which will run from June 19-23. Entries for those wishing to participate must be with our branch Secretary on or before Tuesday, May 2.

CONGRESS: Comhaltas Annual Congress will be held 3rd to 5th May in Cultúrlann na hÉireann. Grainne Evans will be receiving her TTCT Diploma over that weekend having completed and excelled at the course last October.

REMINDER: Latest date for registering new members is Tuesday, April 30.

Firies Community Games MODEL MAKING: A big congratulations to Padraig O’Shea who last week competed in the U14 Model Making and came an amazing 4th.

INDOOR SOCCER: It’s finally the weekend all of Firies has been looking forward to. Yes, it’s the Munster Finals of the Indoor Soccer and Kerry and Firies are ably represented by our own U13 Girls - Katie Doe, Laura Flynn, Sarah Palmer, Kerri Breen O'Riordan, Aoife O'Sullivan, Emma O'Brien, Clodagh Moriarty and Aideen O'Brien and their management and coaches Bernie Doe, Jason O'Brien and Seamus O'Brien. All games are to be played at the Tralee IT Sports Complex, so if you are free this Saturday, April 20, please feel free to go along and support them. The overall winner will go on to represent Munster in the All-Ireland Finals in Limerick.

GAELIC FOOTBALL: This year we are putting an U10 Mixed team into the competitions. The dates you need to be available are Monday, June 3 (Bank Holiday Monday) and if the team makes the finals also on Friday, June 7. Players must be under 10 as of the 31/7/2019. Details and trial dates will be available shortly so keep an eye out on

the Facebook page.

during office opening hours.

ATHLETICS: The date has been set for our annual athletics meeting for Tuesday, May 6 starting promptly at 6pm at the Firies GAA Pitch. This event to be run effectively requires volunteers to help on the night. You do not need an athletics background, just bundles of enthusiasm and loads of energy. Please if you can help out on the night contact PJ Walsh (087 2229950) as soon as possible to express your interest. Further details will be available again on the Facebook page.

COMPUTER TRAINING: Word Processing Level 3. Commencing on Monday, April 29 until Monday, May 27, resuming in September in the Rural Dev. Office.

Please contact Mary McSweeney 087 779 8573.

Kilcummin QUIZ: The McCarthy family would like to sincerely thank all who supported the Noel McCarthy Memorial annual quiz which was held recently in the Klub Bar. The amount raised was €2,661. All proceeds go directly to the oncology unit in UHK. Many thanks to everyone involved.

ICA AGM: The following officers were elected. President Eileen Greaney, Vice President Phil Doolan, Secretary Eileen Moynihan, Assistant Secretary Kathleen Culloty, Treasurer Eileen O’Sullivan, Assistant Treasurer Margaret Dennehy, Grianán Teachta Phil Doolan, PRO Kathleen Culloty, Craft Promoters Eileen Greaney & Eileen Finn, Timire na Gaeilge Joan Collins, Tea Hostesses Eileen Purcell and Nora Flynn. Meeting was attended by Geraldine Dennehy, Federation Treasurer.

COUNTY CLEAN-UP: A big thank you to all the people who have made such a big effort in cleaning up their areas. We are still looking for volunteers to assist in collecting rubbish on the roads in their area. Bags are available at the Rural Development Office and can be returned there when full. Míle Buíochas.

CONGRATULATIONS: The Moriarty School of Dancing would like to congratulate their set dancers who enjoyed great success in Millstreet over the weekend. Well done to all.

RECYCLE OR SWAP YOUR BOOKS: Want a good read? In a new initiative by Looking Good for April, which is Re-use Month, you can now recycle or swap your books which are in good condition in the Rural Development Office. Special box in the office for drop off/pick up

Rathmore SPLIT THE POT: In Association with Rathmore Community Council with Rathmore Ravens, Sliabh Luachra Cycling Club & Sliabh Luachra Men’s Shed.

Be in with a chance to win. Tickets available from ticket sellers & in local businesses.

Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Yearly Ticket €90. 3 Yearly Tickets €250. Draw held weekly at 9pm in local Pubs. First draw held last Wednesday night, April 10 in Connie K’s Bar. Winner: Aishling Maguire , Kilcummin who won €357.50. Ticket Seller: McCarthy’s Londis who won a €50 voucher for Linda’s Restaurant Rathmore.

MEETING: IRD Duhallow Community Engagement Meetings Rathmore Community Hall, Wednesday, May 1 at 8pm.

All voluntary, community groups and sporting organisations should attend regarding funding for the community.

IRD Duhallow is seeking your input as to the needs of your area in terms of services, infrastructure and local issues.

There will be a short presentation on the role and supports of IRD Duhallow as well as a workshop format that will ask you as a community what is important to you. This information will inform future planning for the area and it is important that the meetings are well attended in order to present an accurate picture of life in Duhallow. A brief Community survey will also be distributed as will details of the upcoming Day of the Regions Community Festival Project. We are asking that all groups, both young and old as well as those not involved in the community to attend so that we are best placed to support you.

RAMBLING HOUSE: Teach Íosagáin.

Sunday, April 28 at 8 pm. Music, singing, brush dancing, sketches, ballads, refreshments fun and much more. €10 admission.

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MOTORING

By Sean Moriarty

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19.04.2019

The greatest racing driver you never saw comes to Killarney Irish Grand Prix legend Tommy Byrne will visit Killarney next month as guest of honour at the Cartell.ie Rally of the Lakes.

John Hickey, and his daughter Michelle Hickey, Killarney, at the ceremonial start of the cartell.ie International Rally of the Lakes 2018 in Killarney town centre on Friday night . Picture: Eamonn Keogh

Rally surprise for Michelle Hickey’s 16th birthday Michelle Hickey, from Headford, will celebrate her 16th birthday in style - by co-driving for her father John - on the Cartell.ie Rally of the Lakes.

John Hickey and his brother Charlie have both started at their local rally on nearly 35 different occasions.

John and Michelle were at the launch of the Rally of the Lakes at the Gleneagle Hotel on Sunday.

“She turned 16 on April 8 and I promised her that I would take her as a co-driver on the Rally of the Lakes as soon as she turned 16,” John said. “It is all about bringing up the next generation. I have had years of enjoyment out of motor-

sport. Myself and my brother have nearly 70 starts between us, and not many brothers can say that. We want to pass on the knowledge.”

John and Michelle will drive a Ford Escort, a 00 safety car, a rally car that runs ahead of the competing cars to warn spectators that a stage is live.

Charlie will compete in the rally also with his son Johnny as co-driver. They have been competing as a team for over 10 years.

Byrne, from Dundalk, was one of the fastest racing drivers of the 1980s. Experts at the time rated him as better than Ayrton Senna and he even outpaced the legendary Brazilian at a test session organised by the McLaren Grand Prix team.

However, his flamboyant playboy lifestyle did not sit well in the PR-savvy Formula One world and it ultimately cost him a proper crack at the world championships.

Often referred to as ‘the greatest racing driver you never saw’, Byrne was the ultimate rags to riches to rags story.

His story is told in his controversial all-telling biography – ‘Crashed and Byrned’ and in a feature-length documentary of the same name.

The book won the William Hill ‘Sports

Book of the Year’ award when it was first released in 2008.

“His character and background made him not an easy fit for Formula 1,” said co-author and motor racing journalist Mark Hughes at the time of the book’s launch. “It is a very elitist sport and Tommy was from a very poor working class background so the odds of him succeeding were very slim. He had total belief but that is all he had.”

The Rally of the Lakes was launched at the Gleneagle Hotel in Killarney on Sunday evening.

“We are delighted to welcome Tommy Byrne to Killarney,” clerk of the course, Dermot Healy, said.

Byrne will be in Eason’s book store on Main Street, on Saturday, May 4 where he will be signing updated copies of his book. He will also attend the prizegiving ceremony in the Gleneagle Hotel on Sunday, May 5 as a guest of Killarney and District Motor Club.

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Testing all makes of vehicles: VANS TRUCKS TRAILERS BUSES AGRICULTURAL TRACTORS

Other Services: ADR TACHOGRAPH STATION SAFE LOAD PASS ATC APPROVED TEST CENTRE PRETESTS & VOLUNTARY TESTS

Limerick Rd, Castleisland, Co Kerry, Ireland V92 WY03

Fassbender to close Electronomous conference Hollywood superstar and Killarney native Michael Fassbender will be the closing speaker at the Electronomous 2019 conference.

Michael Fassbender

The international conference, which brings together world-class speakers, exhibitors and delegates in the fields of electric vehicles, connected car technology, and autonomous vehicle, will take place on May 2 and 3, in the INEC in Killarney as a prelude event to the Cartell.ie

Rally of the Lakes and is organised by the rally’s sponsors.

A-lister Fassbender is the 2019 Rally of the Lakes ambassador and will participate in the rally in a Ford Escort Mk2.

His weekend activities will include joining international automotive experts like Volkswagen's, E-Mobility, Executive Director, Maik Stephen, and former Top Gear host and motoring journalist Quentin Wilson.

Fassbender’s role in Electronomous was announced at the launch of the Rally of the Lakes on Sunday.

“I am delighted to announce Michael Fassbender will close out Electronomous,” clerk of the course Dermot Healy said. “Electronomous, now in its second year, is a welcome addition to rally week.”

Volkswagen is just one of the household names that will exhibit at the conference. Participants will arrive in Killarney in a convoy of electric and hybrid cars after driving them from Dublin on Wednesday, May 1.

MOTORING

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FOR 2019

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For rates please contact Linde T: 064 6632215 • E: sales@killarneyadvertiser.ie

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COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHIARRAÍ KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL BÓITHRE A nDÚNADH GO SEALADACH TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS ALT 75 d’ACHT NA mBÓITHRE 1993 SECTION 75 OF ROADS ACT 1993 Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993, and the Temporary Closing of Roads Regulations 1994, Kerry County Council has decided to close to public traffic, the roads/car park described hereunder to facilitate the holding of the Rally of the Lakes 2019 on Saturday, 4th and Sunday, 5th of May. Saturday 4th May Rally Stages SS1 – Molls Gap

Road closing times 07:30 to 11:15

Road Numbers

Details of roads closed

N71

N71 from Torc Waterfall Car Park via Galway’s Bridge, Ladies View, Eirc, Molls Gap and Carrig East to the junction of the N71 and the road leading to Kilkeana townland

SS4 and SS7 - Healy Pass

12:00 to 18:00

R574

From the County Bounds at the top of Healy Pass via Creeveen and Lauragh to its junction with the R571 at Lauragh

SS8 - Killmackillogue

15:45 to 18:45

R573

R573 from its junction with the R571 at Derreen, via Bunaw, Tragalee and Canfee to its junction with the R571 at Tuosist

SS9 & SS11 - Molls Gap

07:00 to 13:32

N71

N71 from Torc Waterfall Car Park via Galway’s Bridge, Ladies View, Eirc, Molls Gap and Carrig East to the junction of the N71 and the road leading to Kilkeana townland

SS10 & SS12 - Sheen River

08:00 to 14:00

L-4055, L-4063, L-4064, L-4065, & L-11769

Sheen Bridge via Gortalinny North, Currabeg, Curramore, Derrylahan, Letter Upper and Letter Lower to the junction with the Kilgarvan to Borlin Road

SS13 & SS15 - Knockysheehan

12:15 to 18:00

L-3012, L-4044, L-7045 & L-11149

Raheen, via Knockysheehan, Lisbabe, Readrinagh, Knockdoorah, Meentoges, Banard to its junction with the Rathbeg to Gneevgullia Road in Ballycullane

SS14 & SS16 - Gortnagane

13:00 to 18:30

R-570 & L-3014

From County Bounds at Awnaskirtaun via Shrone and Gortdarrig to the R570 at Drom and along the R570 to the junction with the Knockanes Road southwest of the railway bridge at Drom

Sunday 5th May

In addition all adjoining public roads will be closed for a distance of 200m from each junction with the above routes.

The Car Parking section of Lewis Road Car Park will be used as Parc Ferme and will be unavailable for parking purposes from 8.00 p.m. on Thursday, 2nd May to 9.00 p.m. on Sunday, 5th May. The car park at Gortroe, Fossa will be closed from 8.00 p.m. on Thursday, 2nd May to 9.00 p.m. on Sunday, 5th May. Fair Hill Car Park will be closed from 5.00 p.m. on Thursday, 2nd May to 9.00 p.m. on Friday, 3rd May for the holding of a ceremonial start and events.

Siniú: Liam Quinlan/Liam Ó Caoinleáin Senior Executive Officer/Feidhmeannach Sinsearach Corporate Affairs/Gnóthaí Corparáideacha

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COMHAIRLE CONTAE CHIARRAĂ?

KERRY COUNTY COUNCIL

COUNTY KERRY - SKILLS SURVEY Our most important assets are our people and their skills.

in the county and those outside of the county who wish to return and seek employment.

Are you ‌ - currently living or working in Kerry?

- thinking about relocating to Kerry?

- planning to set up or move a business to Kerry?

- graduating from college and planning to work in Kerry?

Kerry County Council works closely with enterprise development agencies including Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland in attracting business to our county.

Kerry County Council is conducting a skills survey to determine the skillset of those living

The information gathered from this survey will strengthen our capacity to generate investment and economic development in Kerry.

Please fill out the survey at www.kerrycoco.ie/skills-survey

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KERRY INDEPENDENT ALLIANCE

GUÍM BEANNACHTAÍ NA CÁSCA AR GHACH ÉINNE Please Vote No.1 Gleeson Michael

Mo Bhuíochas.

Clasheen, Killarney 087 2130973, michaelgleesonktc@eircom.net

Seventh annual golf classic for Autism services A great day out is guaranteed at the seventh annual Autism Golf Classic, which takes place on Friday next, April 26 at Beaufort Golf Club.

Teams of three for €150 includes lunch, Brigitta Looney explained.

“On the evening of the Golf Classic we are having a monster raffle from 8pm,” she said.

“Over 30 spectacular prizes to be won, top prize is two nights B&B at the Parknasilla Resort and Spa. Tickets are €5.

MC on the night is TD Michael HealyRae.”

She said the fundraiser is for a great cause, funds raised go to SFSS Autism Parent Group.

“Funds go towards private therapies such as speech and language, music therapy for children in St Francis Special School in Beaufort. This is our seventh annual golf classic, it's sure to be a classic.”

And there are still a few tee times available, she added.

“If anyone wishes to sponsor a tee or green and have their business advertised throughout the event contact 087 6303659.” For tee times or tickets contact 087 2438535 or 087 9817310.

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PROPERTYSECTION IF YOU’D LIKE TO ADVERTISE

CALL US: 064 6632215 OR EMAIL: INFO@KILLARNEYADVERTISER.IE

| ESTATE AGENT & AUCTIONEER’S DIRECTORY IN KILLARNEY Ted Healy 11 New St, Killarney E: killarney@dng.ie T:064 639000

Property Partners Gallivan College Square, Killarney, Co Kerry E: killarney@propertypartners.ie T: 064 6634177

TO LET: 3 bedroom house in Ard Solas Milltown. Tel 085-8220185 TO LET: Killarney Town Centre. 2 bed house available to rent. The house is newly decorated and has a well equipped kitchen/ dining area. Private parking to the back for car. Rent is €800 per month(neg) Call Tom on 087-4569074.

TO LET: Rooms to rent in own owner occupied house. 15 mins from Killarney town centre. All bills included, refrences required. Available from July 1st. Contact 0879661764.

Its4rent.ie Property Letting & Management Agent, Killarney Business Centre, Upper High St, Killarney T: 064 6634177 • E: info@its4rent.ie

TO LET: Apartment to let for up to 4 people 2km from Killarney. Private garden and parking. Tel 0872546441 or 0646632342 TO LET: Double room for rent in shared house. Tel 0877639545.

TO LET: Double bedroom to let in modern and newly decorated house out Muckross road. Very well priced rent for working professional person. Contact 0858455395 or 0872183968.

TO LET: Large Double Room EnSuite Avaible to rent 10 mins outside Killarney, This newly

Maine Valley Property Old Chapel Lane, Milltown, Kerry E: info@mainevalleyproperties.com T: 066 9765577 or 087 6738210

build energy efficient house is finished to a high standard with all bills including, professional male only need apply,Ring to arrange viewing on 087 6795260.

TO LET: Apartment to let for up to 4 people 2km from Killarney. Tel 0872546441 or 0646632342 (private garden & parking) select area.

TO LET: Small 2 bedroom house for rent on the Muckross road, newly renovated across from National Park would suit a couple and working professionals. Tel 0876447532.

All Ireland Properties Main Street, Rathmore, Kerry E: allirelandproperties@gmail.com T: 087 243 8182

TO LET: Large 2 bedroom apartment 15 minutes drive from killarney. All mod cons and private parking. Tel 0879749957 TO LET: Double room to rent in shared house. 5 mins walk from town. Tel 087 2753054 WANTED: 5/6 Bedroom house for staff accommodation. Long term lease, 1-2 years.

Property will be managed by the Hotel. Contact Potgieter General Manager Muckross Park Hotel 0646623400/ 0877603767

CLASSIFIEDS FOR SALE FOR SALE: Mobile home for sale. Immaculate condition, Killarney area. 087-6190942 FOR SALE: 3 Interior glass doors in good condition contact 086-3907689.

FOR SALE: Quality Topsoil for Sale (1 mile from Killarney town) - Must arrange own collection & loading. Contact Tom on (087)6777419

AVAILABLE AVAILABLE: Removal service, House, Office, Local, Nationwide deliveries, anytime-anywhere, 7 days a week. Also all kinds of clear outs etc. 087-2600407/0646631979.

AVAILABLE: Tax Consultant, CTA & FCCA qualified (20 years’ tax experience) specialising in inheritance tax (C.A.T.), income tax, PAYE and capital gains tax. Also AirBnB accounts and PRSI issues. 086-0547184 AVAILABLE: Music lessons, violin, fiddle, guitar, banjo. Garda vetted, Tel. John 0876801392. Piano lessons Tel. Maggie 0876961681.

AVAILABLE: Church music for all occasions. For a personal and meaningful ceremony, let the voice of experience guide you through your music. Tel. Helen Kerins 0879508050.

AVAILABLE: Experienced child-minder.

First Aid and Garda vetted, safe and secure play area, homely atmosphere. Tel: 0872359466.

AVAILABLE: Painting, general property maintenance and power washing etc. Tel Dan Joe Moynihan 086-8217771.

AVAILABLE: Brendan Herlihy home maintenance/renovations. Carpentry, painting, power washing, gardening, garden sheds repaired etc. Tel. 087-9364895/ 0646643317.

AVAILABLE: Wedding music- Church Ceremony/ Civil Ceremony/ Drinks Reception.

Please visit www.gracefoley.ie or Tel. Grace on 087-6710087.

AVAILABLE: Mature lady available for guesthouse duties. Available mornings.

Sunday-Friday 9am-1pm. Phone or text Yvonne on 086-2206788.

AVAILABLE: Man available for cutting and splitting timber. Also grass cutting service available. Keen rates. Contact Jer on 0877658496.

AVAILABLE: Painting & Decorating all interior & exterior sanding and varnishing, kitchens hand painted or sprayed, wallpapering. Tel Martin on 087-9306943 AVAILABLE: Primary school grinds available from female Mary I student teacher in Killarney area. Call- 0873955533 AVAILABLE: Experienced bookkeeper located in Kenmare will keep your books in order and collaborate with your Accountant on your behalf, so you could focus on your business.

All aspects of Bookkeeping, preparation of Income Tax returns, VAT ,Payroll, ROS, recording of all accounts data, purchase / sales invoices, bank.

Bookkeeping service at an affordable price to assist you in keeping your accounts up to date. Email :jfbooks@outlook.com , Mob:0871202155.

AVAILABLE: Blocklayer available for exten-

sions, garages, boundary walls also kerbing and paving. Contact Denis 0868661886.

AVAILABLE: Well rotted horse manure to take away. Tel 087-2626187 AVAILABLE: Open and closed sheds with yard on main road convenient to killarney.

Suitable for commercial, retail, storage etc.

Water, ESB, Broadband also available. For more details please ring 087-2626187.

AVAILABLE: Person available to clean private homes from mid-may onwards. €15p/ hr tel 0877630274.

AVAILABLE: Coming to the Lake Hotel Killarney on Thursday the 25th of April Christopher Natural Healer helping people gain relief from conditions such as arthritis, migraine, fibromyalgia, back pain and many more with an 85 percent success rate of clients. To book an appointment call today on 0868564648

PERSONAL BEST DATES: Avoid struggle and time.

Meet your ideal partner. High success rate.

Phone: 0877680163.

ANIMALS ANIMALS: HUG: Homes for Unwanted Greyhounds. For further details please contact us on 087 9822695 or email homesforunwantedgreyhounds@eircom.net.

ANIMALS: KLAWS (Kenmare and Locality Animal Welfare Society) We have a number of adult cats (all colours) awaiting homes.

087-9729240 or 087-9704480.

ANIMALS: House puppies for sale, small breed. Contact Mike 0862658071. No texts.

BOOST YOUR BUSINESS NOW

CALL US ON 064 6632215

WANTED WANTED: Man with building / carpentry experience / general labour required full time for 9 month extension project to work together with main builder. Contact: 0863090507.

WANTED: Accommodation Assistant Manager Required - We are looking for ideal candidate to help in the running of our Self Catering Apartments in Killarney. Candidate must have perfect English, good communication and time keeping skills and will be required to work on own initiative as well as part of a team. Part time work involved but must be able to work around a flexible schedule. Duties will include help with daily check-ins, check-outs, cleaners, admin work and try help boost our Business. Please ring 0858010908 to enquire.

WANTED: Childminder needed to look after 3 children (2 school going) in their own home from the end of May. School collections required. Glenflesk area. Monday-Friday 9 to 4:30. Call 086 3892107.

WANTED: Cleaner wanted to join our team to assist in preparing our Self Catering Apartments between short term bookings.

Hours 11am - 3pm or after depending on volume of work. Fluent in English necessary. Good communication skills. Electronic Funds Transfer.

Contact 0858010908 to enquire today.

WANTED: Person wanted to do General Housekeeping Duties in Holiday Apartments on Muckross Road, Killarney. Must be Reliable and Flexible. Ph: 0868508479

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General Operative Vacancies Tricel Killarney

Tricel Killarney currently have General Operative vacancies. Tricel is a global provider of high-performance composite solutions for the Water Storage, Environmental, Construction and Materials industries.

A general operative is responsible for ensuring that production is carried out efficiently in adherence to quality standards and the manufacturing schedule.

Manufacturing in Tricel is on a shift basis and flexibility is required.

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Effective teamwork and communication skills are essential

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Flexibility to work within any of the manufacturing areas Meeting defined production targets

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Experience working in a physically demanding environment

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Follow instruction from the area supervisor and team leader Experience in a manufacturing environment is a distinct advantage

Apply with cover letter and CV explaining your suitability for the role to hr@ie.tricel.eu

by April 28th

WE’RE

HIRING

in Killarney

Park Road, Killarney Co. Kerry 064-6631814

Now have the following Muckross Road positions available: REQUIRE

STOCK REPLENISHER

DELI & SHOP STORE PERSON ASSISTANTS Please forward your CV to Valerie Hegarty, Spar, Park Road.

PART/FULLTIME POSITIONS

APPOINTMENTS

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ARE YOU LOOKING

FOR STAFF??

ADVERTISE IN KILLARNEY’S BEST RECRUITMENT SECTION

it 's your occasion Marian Moynihan, Glenflesk and Sean McGlynn, Kilcummin, both living in London, were married on March 16 in Glenflesk Church followed by reception in the Muckross Park Hotel. The best men were Cian Kingston, Brendan Doherty, Kevin Enright and the bridesmaids were Cliona Creedon, Mary Ita Murphy and Marguerite Moynihan.

Photographer: Tara & Dave O’Donoghue.

Would You Like To Include A Birthday/Occasions Photo For Someone?

Please Submit Your Photo By Wednesday At 5.30pm, €20 Per Photo

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KILCUMMIN GOURMET KITCHEN OUTSIDE CATERING for all social events & functions (Birthday Parties, Communions etc.)

Food Hampers available upon request SPECIALISING IN:

Handmade Artisan Finger Food

For all enquiries please call: PAUL 085 7538601 COLLEEN 086 3778960 info@kilcummingourmetkitchen.com

Eamonn Forde

PAINTER & DECORATOR

- Industrial - Commercial - Residential

Mary Culloty

O’Sullivan A Voice For Your

Special Occasions Love songs, Irish Ballads, Musical Highlights Parties, Weddings, Drinks receptions, Anniversaries, Corporate Events

Tel 087 - 2607673

T: 087 9222753

E: marcullos@hotmail.com

APPLIED MATHS

EXTRA SUBJECT

forDANIEL higher levelKELLEHER maths students Kitchen Installation & handyman services

Increases your points Improves your maths/problems solving

PrOPERTY MAINTENANCE 5th Years: 2 Year Course •Window & Door Maintenance 6th•Carpentry Years: 1 Year Intesive Course & Joinery •Flat Pack Assembly 1 evening per week after school •and much more Starts September RATHMORE, CO.Great KERRY Excellent Record for Results dkelleher96@yahoo.co.uk

BRÚ na PÁIRCE Killarney CALL 086 878 3372

087 131 3385

Ger O Doherty Decorating Service

Lisheenacanna, Ballyhar, Killarney • Interior/Exterior • Domestic Commercial industrial • Fully insured • Spray Painting • Specialized in hand painted kitchens

Tel. 085-1619672

Email: odohertypaintingkerry@gmail.com

• ROOFING • FIBREGLASS • 1ST & 2ND FIX • FLOORING • PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

FULLY INSURED - C2 REG MIKE DOWNING ROSS ROAD, KILLARNEY

TEL: 087-6399945

Email: mdcarpentry1109@gmail.com

Declan Smith

Painting Contractor Interior & Exterior Wallpapering a speciality Spraying Fully Insured

declansmithpainter@gmail.com 087 635 4042 Killarney, Co.Kerry

SERVICES

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PROPERTY REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE • Painting & decorating Interior & exterior (Fencing, Walls) • Windows cleaning • Fixing of doors and windows • Power washing (Driveways, Decking Patios, Paths, Gutters & Fascias) • Carpentry (Timber floors, Paneling, Skirting Boards) • Garage Clearouts • Gardening & • General maintenance

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FOR SALE

Seasoned Hard Wood

Fire Wood Logs

Tele: 0892006623 Email: complexcare47@gmail.com

Grenagh Hall Forest & Farm Fossa, Killarney

T: 087 7957000

Do you want to add a touch of luxury to any room in your home?

FALVEY

Oil Boiler Service Gneeveguilla Co.Kerry

SPECIALISING IN THERMODYNAMIC HOT WATER SYSTEMS

Todd: 087-2386276 Conor: 087-8296288

087 9644 632

Crafted Wall Panelling and Wainscotting Wall Panelling and Wainscotting Supplied & Fitted Bespoke Radiator CoversMany Designs to choose from

dmplumb12@gmail.com

CONTACT DENIS ON 087 759 1600

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Gas & Oil Boiler Servicing, Repair and Installation

M: 087-9705973 T: 064-6625018

E: info@kerrygas.com www.kerrygas.com

SUPPORT GROUPS Kerry Positive Option Crisis Pregnancy 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.

console.ie, Text HELP to 51444, 24-hour; Samaritans 1850609090 or freephone 116123; Pieta House, free counselling, 066-7163660 www.pieta.ie; South West Counselling Centre, Killarney, free suicide prevention and bereavement counselling, 0646636416/6636100; Living Links, Kerry, 087-9006300; HSE South: Suicide Prevention Helpline 1800 742 745, Farm & Rural Stress Helpline 1800742645.

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 1800633333 or by email krcc@eircom.net

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: Every Monday at 7.30pm. www.aware.ie

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.

Recovery Haven Kerry Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Recovery Haven Kerry has been selected as one of the main chosen charities in this year’s Ring of Kerry Charity Cycle which takes place this year on July 6th. We are equally honoured that Ireland’s rugby captain, Ciara Griffin, will be our charity ambassador for the event and will cycle on the day for us. We are now in the process of recruiting cyclists to take part in the ROKCC on our behalf. Registration officially opens this Thursday so keep an eye on our website and social media for more information on how to take part. You can also call us on 0667192122.

MS Support Group A support group for people with MS meets every Wednesday 9.30am to 1pm, at MS Meeting Rooms, Beech Road Carpark (Previously SVDP donation drop off) Suicide Prevention Helplines Console 1Life Suicide Freefone 1800247100, centre in Tralee 066 7129700 web: www.

LAST WEEK’S SUDOKU ANSWERS

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MONASTARY GARDENS, KILLARNEY DEADLINE FOR SUDUKO ENTRIES IS TUESDAY AT 5.30PM.

Please enter your NAME, ADDRESS and TELEPHONE below and send your sudoku answers to the SUDOKO COMPETITION, KILLARNEY ADVERTISER by the following TUESDAY AT 5.30pm and you will be entered into a free prize draw. Strictly one per household.

Prizes must be collected within four weeks.

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Cancer Survivor Support programme The Irish Cancer Society is looking for new volunteers in Kerry, for its Survivor Support programme, a phone based, one-to-one peer support programme where volunteers, who have had cancer, provide emotional and practical support to others going through cancer. Volunteers are selected and trained to give support, practical information and reassurance when cancer patients need it most. Through the Survivor Support programme, volunteers speak to cancer patients to: help them come to terms with their diagnosis of cancer, discuss their feelings and anxieties about cancer treatments and give emotional support and practical advice. If you have had cancer, and would like to know more, please contact Deirdre Murphy, Survivor Support and Volunteer Coordinator on 01 2310 564 or email dmurphy@irishcancer.ie.

in memoriam

IN MEMORIAM

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BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

O’RIORDAN

O’RIORDAN

O’RIORDAN

In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan, Late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, Whose birthday occurs on 21st of April.

Cherished memories of a loving Mom Mary O’Riordan, Late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, Whose birthday occurs on 21st of April.

Cherished memories of a loving Mom and Nana Mary O’Riordan, Late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, Whose birthday occurs on 21st of April.

If I could have a lifetime wish, A dream that could come true, I’d pray to God with all my heart, For yesterday and you.

Your photograph I treasure, That’s all I have to touch, Of a Mom I love with all my heart and miss so very much.

Your presence we miss, Your memories we treasure,

As I opened my eyes this morning I looked to the heavens above I whispered, “Happy Birthday, Mom”, And sent you all our love All our lives we will miss you As the years come and go But in our hearts you will live forever, Because we love you so.

Someone beyond the sunset, Where loved ones never die, You sleep in a beautiful garden, Beneath a golden sky, Your needs in life were simple, Your love for us was true, As long as we were happy, You were happy too.

You were always there when we needed you, No task too great or small, With willing hands and a loving heart, For us you did it all, You left us golden memories, Your love is still a guide, Although we cannot see you, You are always by our side, A loving nature and a heart of gold, These are the memories we will always hold.

Happy birthday Mom Loved always by your daughter Bernie, son in law Mohamed and granddaughters Allanah and Laila xxx

Loving you always Nana forgetting you never.

Happy Birthday Mom Love John & Family xxxxxx

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan, Late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, Whose birthday occurs on 21st of April.

It doesn’t take a special day, To bring you to our minds, For days without a thought of you, Are very hard to find, You always tried to do your best, Your heart was true and tender, You simply lived for those you loved, And those you loved remember.

Always remembered by your sister Cait, brother in law Paudie and family.

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

2ND ANNIVERSARY LOUGHNANE

In loving memory of a dear sister, sister-in-law & aunt Kathleen Loughnane, Lissivigeen, Killarney, Who died 18th April 2017.

On her soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

In God’s care you rest above, In our hearts you rest with love, Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered everyday.

Loved and missed always by your Brother Barry, Sister-in-law Kay, nieces & nephews, Stella, Sidney Paul, Nicole and families.

6TH ANNIVERSARY CULLOTY

O’RIORDAN

O’RIORDAN

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE O’RIORDAN

Always loved and remembered by your daughter Noreen, son-in-law Ger and grandchildren Sarah and Laura xxxxxxx

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In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan, Late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, Whose birthday occurs on 21st of April.

Cherished memories of a loving Mom and Nana Mary O’Riordan, Late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, Whose birthday occurs on 21st of April.

Time may hide the sadness, Like a smile that hides a tear, But memories last forever, Of a Mom we loved so dear.

A silent thought, a quiet prayer, For a special person in God’s care, Thank you for the years we shared, The love you gave the way you cared.

Always so thoughtful, gentle and kind, The loveliest of memories left behind,.

The flame of a candle is our gift to you, With lots of love and prayers too.

I lost my life companion, A life linked to my own, Day by day I pray for you, As I walk this life alone.

The house you left is lonely now, And I am lonely too, Those left behind are good and kind, But my heart still aches for you, With a broken heart I wish you, A happy birthday and send you all my love.

Your husband Sean xxxxx

O’CONNOR

In loving memory of Michael Culloty Maulykevane, Headford, Killarney, Who died on the 18th of April 2013. R.I.P. You never looked for praises, You were never one to boast, You just went on quietly working, For the ones you loved the most.

Your dreams were seldom spoken, Your wants were very few, And most of the time your worries, Went unspoken too.

You were there.. A firm foundation, Through all the storms of life, A sturdy hand to hold onto, In time of stress and strife.

A true friend we could turn to, When times were good or bad, One of our greatest blessings, The man that we called Dad. Sadly missed and never forgotten by your loving daughters and their families.

Happy birthday Mom Love Sheila xxxx Happy birthday Nana Love Paul xxxx

8TH ANNIVERSARY BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

O’RIORDAN

O’RIORDAN

In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan, Late of Ballydribbeen, Killarney, Whose birthday occurs on 21st April.

In loving memory of Mary O’Riordan, Late of Ballydribbeen, Whose birthday occurs on 21st April.

Forgive me Lord if I cry, I never wanted My Mom to die, with a broken heart I whisper low, I love you Mom and Miss you so, I would give the world if I could say, I am calling to see my Mom today.

To hear her voice, to see her smile, To sit and talk to her awhile, She gave us all she had to give, Gifts both big and small, but most of all she gave us love, the greatest gift of all.

When this should be your special day, With cards and presents too, There is nothing now but memories, And photographs of you.

Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Sadly missed and always loved by your daughter Annie, son-in-law Pius and grandchildren Ceilie, Saoirse and Annah. xxxx

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A birthday wish I send today, But not on a card the usual way, It’s written in gold on a cloud above, And sent to you with all my love.

Love always Mary, Sean, grandchildren and great-granddaughters. xxxx Love always Rita, John, Lisa and Leanne. xxxxx

DALY On behalf of the family of Theresa Bridget O’Connor, Doocarrig, our beloved Mom, Nana, Aunt, sister, neighbour, I want to say thanks to all who sympathised with us on her death a year ago, on April 13th, 2018, to all who cared for her, home help, nurses, doctor, priests, Glenflesk male voices, to Tom Murphy, Fr Pat O’Donnell, Fr Jack, Fr George. Thank you all. Holy Mass is offered for all your intentions. Mary Carmel.

Jesus mercy.

Mary help.

MIRACLE PRAYER 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.

S.R

In loving memory of Sheila Daly Knockeenduve, Killarney, who died on 16th of April 2011. R.I.P Beautiful memories are a wonderful thing, They will last the longest day, They never wear out, They never get lost, And can never be given away.

To some you may be forgotten Mom, To others a part of the past, But to us who loved and lost you, Your memory will always last.

There is a link death cannot sever, Love and remembrance lasts forever.

Always loved and cherished by your loving family and friends.

Anniversary Mass Sunday the 21st of April at 11am in the Church of the Resurrection.

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1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

O’SHEA

CURTIN

HAYES

In loving memory of Mark O’Shea, Late of Surrey / Killarney / Lyrecrompane, Who passed away on 26th April 2018.

In loving memory of Ita Curtin , Late of Woodford Manor, Killarney, Tournafulla , Co. Limerick and Killarney Nursing Home, Who passed away on April 21st 2018.

In loving memory of Joan (Hannah) Hayes, Late of Kings Park and Clydagh Valley, Who passed away on the 18th of April 2018.

His wife Barbara, daughters Bernadette and Amanda and their families, siblings Mary, Aine, Patrick, Eileen, Noreen, Fatima, Bernie and families sincerely thank all those who supported them during his illness and at the time of his death through their presence and messages of sympathy, Mass cards and letters both in Surrey and in Killarney; those who attended his funeral Mass in Barraduff and burial in Aghadoe. The support received from extended families who travelled long distances, friends and neighbours is greatly appreciated .

A special word of thanks to Fr. George Hayes for his celebration of the funeral Mass and to Fr. Sean Jones for leading the prayes at the burial, to Derry and Rosie Healy for their beautiful singing during the Mass, to John Brosnan for the very special playing of An Chulainn at the burial and to Funeral Director Tom Murphy.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. Mass will be offered for your intentions.

First Anniversary Mass for Mark will be celebrated in the Church of the Sacred Heart Barraduff on Friday, April 26th at 7.30pm.

4TH ANNIVERSARY MANGAN

As we approach the 1st anniversary of Mum’s death we wish to sincerely thank all of those who sympathised with us on our sad loss, those who travelled from near and far to be with us, those who attended Mum’s rosary, removals and funeral mass and who sent letters, cards, flowers and donations.

Sincere thanks to Fr. Niall Howard for his support, kind and comforting words and for celebrating Mum’s funeral mass.

Sincere thanks also to Fr. Tom Looney for con celebrating with Fr. Niall.

MÍle buÍochas to the musicians who added beautifully to the funeral mass agus le daltaÍ Gaelscoil Faithleann as ucht bhúr gcuid canadh agus garda onóra.

We would like to thank Mary, Mike and Tim O’Shea of O’Sheas funeral home for their sensitivity and kindness at our loss.

Special thanks to Mum’s neighbours and friends from Woodford Manor for their regular visits to her.

Thanks also to cousin Joan Brosnahan of Mountcollins for your help, support and advice during Mum’s final weeks.

Special thanks also to the wonderful staff of Killarney Nursing Home where mum enjoyed her “home away from home” for many happy years in your care and love.

As it would be impossible to mention everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our sincere and grateful appreciation.

We also remember Ita’s husband, Jerry, whose 30th anniversary will take place on July 9th.

In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather, Michael Mangan Late of Crohane, Fossa, Who died on the 19th of April 2015.

Silent memories keep you near, As time unfolds another year, Out of our lives you may have gone, But in our hearts you still live on.

Sadly missed by your wife Noreen, Daughter Fiona, and son-in-law Jamie.

There is a star, that comes out at night, It is our grandad To say goodnight.

Always loved and sadly missed by your son Proinsias, daughter in law Karen, grandchildren Ruadhán, Meadhbh and Cormac.

Ita’s 1st anniversary Mass will take place on Sunday 21st of April in Muckross Church at 9.30am.

7TH & 30TH ANNIVERSARY

MURPHY

In loving memory of Michael F. Murphy, Late of Kilquane Headford, Killarney, Who died on April 18th 2000.

Will those who think of him today A little prayer to Jesus say.

Special thanks are due to Fr. George Hayes who celebrated the Mass and Paud O’Donoghue for singing.

Thanks to O’Shea undertakers for their professionalism and help during the funeral.

Thanks to the staff of Killarney Community Hospital especially the dedicated nurses and carers of the Fushia Ward.

In loving memory of Rose Walsh, Late of Sonas, Countess Road, Killarney, Who passed away on the 17th of April 2018.

A rose once grew where all could see, Sheltered beside a garden wall, And, as the days passed swiftly by, It spread it’s branches straight and tall.

One day, a beam of light shone through, A crevice that had opened wide, The rose bent gently towards it warmth, Then passed beyond to the other side.

Now us who deeply feel your loss take comfort, The rose blooms there, It’s beauty even greater now, Nurtured by God’s own loving care.

Always in our thoughts , forever in our hearts.

Missed so much every day Mummy.

St Gobnait Pray for her.

Kenneth, Darragh, Charlotte, Ailish, Sarah, Eric & Elody.

First Anniversary Mass will be held on April 26th in Clonkeen Church at 6.30pm.

32ND ANNIVERSARY

40TH BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

O’LEARY

O’CONNOR

In loving memory of Nell O’Leary, Late of Knocklebede, Kilcummin, Killarney , Who died on the 17th of April 1987.

In loving memory of Sean O’Connor, Late of Ballycasheen, Killarney.

Whose birthday occurs on the 21st of April.

Aunt You cannot choose your family But if it was possible to do, I know I could not ever choose A better Aunt than you.

In all the things I have to say, You always listened and understood If problems suddenly arose You lent a helping hand So thank you Aunt for being you.

I just want to remember you And I love you more than words can say.

Still silent thoughts, Still tears unseen, Wishing your absence was only a dream, Treasured memories silently kept, Of you dear Sean, And we will never forget.

Sadly missed by your nephew Mick.

Always in our thoughts, Forever in our hearts.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

Mom, Dad, William and family.

Sharon and family.

Paudie and family.

WYNNE

When someone you love, Becomes a memory, That memory becomes a treasure.

11TH ANNIVERSARY SMITH In loving memory of Christy Wynne, Late of Loreto Road, Killarney, Who passed away on April 20th 2018.

In loving memory of Mary and Jack Lynch, Late of Derrymaclavode, Clonkeen,Killarney.

Mary who died on 6th of May 1989 and Jack who died on 30th of August 2012.

Our hearts are full of memories, With pride we speak your names, Though life must go on without you both, It will never be the same, Those special days will not return when we were all together, But the love and memories in our hearts, Will stay with us forever.

He never looked for praises, He was never one to boast, He just went on quietly working, For the ones he loved the most.

His dreams were seldom spoken, His wants were very few, And most of the time his worries went unspoken too.

He was there, a firm foundation, Through all our storms of life, A sturdy hand to hold on to, In times of stress and strife.

A true friend we could turn to, When times were good or bad, One of our greatest blessings, The man that we called Dad.

On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy.

Fondly remembered by your large family.

Always remembered by your family, grandchildren, great grandchildren and extended family.

WALSH

The Holy sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

LYNCH

Love always Ella and Eilidh.

19TH ANNIVERSARY

On the first anniversary of Joan the extended family would like to thank all those who attended the removal and funeral Mass and burial.

1ST ANNIVERSARY

Anniversary Mass will be on Friday 26th of April at 6.30pm in Clonkeen Church.

Lovingly remembered by Maura, Liam and Gearoid, daughter in laws Mandy and Deborah and grandchildren, Christopher, Alicia and Gary.

In loving memory of a wonderful husband and father, Tommie Smith, Lisbabe, Headford.

Who died on the 18th April 2008.

RIP Each time we speak your name. we remember all the great memories, And Gods’s gain is our sad loss.

Sadly missed, your loving wife Catherine, daughter Loretta, son in law John, sons John and Wayne and fiance Siobhan, grandchildren, TJ, Michelle, Laura and Aishling.

Anniversary Mass, Sunday May 19th in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Barraduff at 11am.

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4TH ANNIVERSARY

24TH ANNIVERSARY

MCLOUGHLIN

COFFEY

In Loving memory of James Mcloughlin, Of Ardanaening Killarney, London and Cavan, Who died on 23rd April 2015.

Deep are the memories, Precious they stay, No passing of time, Can take them away, They bring a smile, Sometimes a tear, But always a wish, That you were still here.

Our hearts still ache in sadness, And secret tears still flow, What it meant to lose you, No one will ever know.

Sadly missed and loved always by your children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, brother and sister, extended family and friends.

50TH BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE MCCARTHY

In fond remembrance of Berniece McCarthy, Whose 50th Birthday occurs on April 16th.

“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”

In loving memory of Robin and Mary Doll Coffey, Late of 200 Ballyspillane, Killarney.

Who passed away on the 16th of April 1994.

We are sending a dove to heaven, With a parcel on its wings, Be careful when you open it, It’s full of beautiful things, Inside are a million kisses, Wrapped in a million hugs, To say how much we miss you, And to send you all our love.

We hold you close within our hearts, And there you will remain, To walk with us, Throughout our lives, Until we meet again.

From your four loving children. xxx

COFFEY

Heavenly Father, I call on you right now in a special way. It is through your power that I was created. Every breath I take every morning I wake, and every moment of every hour, I live under your power. Father, I ask you now to touch me with that same power. For if you created me from nothing, you can certainly recreate me. Fill me with the healing power of your spirit. Cast out anything that should not be in me. Mend what is broken. Root out any unproductive cells.

Open any blocked arteries and rebuild any damaged areas. Remove all inflammation and cleanse any infection.

Let warmth of your healing love pass through my body to make new any unhealthy areas so that my body will function the way you created it to function. And Father, restore me to full health in mind and body so that I may serve you the rest of my life. I ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

With Thanks, E.M

24th Anniversary & Easter remembrance of Michael and Patricia Coffey, Late of 190 Ballyspillane, Killarney, Who died 16th April 1995.

Silent memories keep you near As time unfolds another year Out of our lives you may be gone But in our hearts you still live on.

Will those who think of Michael and Pat today, a little prayer to Jesus say.

Loved and never forgotten by all ye’re family who loved ye dearly.

8TH ANNIVERSARY O’LEARY

Loved and remembered always by your wife Kathleen and family.

Anniversary Mass in St. Joseph’s Church Rathmore on Sunday 21st of April at 11.30am.

36TH ANNIVERSARY BEAZLEY

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours. This time I ask you this special one, (mention favour).

Take it dear heart of Jesus and place it within your heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour not mine. Amen.

Say this prayer three times for three days and your favour will be granted. Never known to fail. Must promise publication of prayer. M.M

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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. A.K

PRAYER FOR HEALING

In loving memory of John O’Leary Clounts, Rathmore, Who died on 21st April 2011.

Ar dheis dé go raibh anam dilis.

O Most Beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful vine, Splendor 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 succor 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. A.K

24TH ANNIVERSARY & EASTER REMEMBRANCE

A bouquet of beautiful memories, Sprayed with a million tears, Wishing God could have spared you both, If just for a few more years.

It does not take a special day, For us to think of you both, Each mass we hear, each prayer we say, Is offered up to you.

We cannot bring the old days back, When we were all together.

The family chain is broken now, But memories live forever.

May they rest in peace, dear Jesus, In Thy Heavenly home above, With the Sacred Heart of Jesus, In His own eternal love.

Along the road to yesterday, That leads us straight to you, Are memories of happy days, Together we once knew.

A silent grief that’s in our hearts, No human eye can trace, For many a broken heart is hid, Beneath a smiling face.

Lovingly remembered by Darragh, Mom, Neilus, Noreen, Pamela, Jeremiah & Families. xxx

PRAYER TO THE VIRGIN MARY

In prayerful and loving memory of dear Nuala , Who died on 20th April 1983.

‘Lord may Nuala live forever young in the happiness of your kingdom.’

Sadly missed by her brother John, her sister in law Ellen and nieces Eimear, Liadh, Sorcha and Roisin.

PRAYER FOR HEALING Heavenly Father, I call on you right now in a special way. It is through your power that I was created. Every breath I take every morning I wake, and every moment of every hour, I live under your power. Father, I ask you now to touch me with that same power. For if you created me from nothing, you can certainly recreate me. Fill me with the healing power of your spirit. Cast out anything that should not be in me. Mend what is broken. Root out any unproductive cells.

Open any blocked arteries and rebuild any damaged areas. Remove all inflammation and cleanse any infection.

Let warmth of your healing love pass through my body to make new any unhealthy areas so that my body will function the way you created it to function. And Father, restore me to full health in mind and body so that I may serve you the rest of my life. I ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

With Thanks, J.C

MIRACLE PRAYER 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.

L.O.R

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NEWS BRIEFS...

A night of dancing in Killarney Come dancing this Easter Sunday night, at the Gleneagle Ballroom.

There’ll be four hours of great music and fun with PJ Murrihy and Sean Brennan. Early dancing at 9pm with Sean Brennan. PJ Murrihy will be on stage at 11pm. Doors open at 8.30pm and tickets are available at the door for €10. ................................................................

Kerry Diabetes Support Group A meeting takes place at the Dromhall Hotel, Deerhunter Suite, Killarney on Tuesday next, April 30, at 7.45pm. Guest speaker will be Shane Flynn, Diabetic Nurse (Kerry General Hospital). The event will be hosted by The Kerry Diabetes Support Group, affiliated to Diabetes Ireland. Feel free to bring a friend. All welcome, refreshments served. Contact Catherine at kerrydiabetics@gmail.com or the Kerry Diabetes Support Group Killarney for more information. ................................................................

Unveiling of 1916 Commemorative Stone The annual Tralee Municipal District ceremony to commemorate the Easter Rising and the unveiling of a 1916 Commemorative Stone takes place this Easter Sunday, at 12noon in Pearse Park, Denny Street, Tralee. There will be an unveiling of a 1916 Commemorative Stone listing 108 names of Kerry people who fought in 1916 Rising.

This project was funded by Kerry County Council and supported by the local elected councillors. The oration will be given by historian Dr Tim Horgan. ................................................................

Book Sale If anyone has any books they no longer want then why not drop them into Tesco in New Street, Killarney and they will sell them and raise money for Temple Street Children’s Hospital Foundation.

The book sale will take place this Saturday and Sunday, April 20 and 21.

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The Mex can Standoff | By Adam Moynihan

Four teams. Two games.

Who will survive?

With all sides dead level heading into the final game of the opening phase of the Club Championship, it all comes down to this for Rathmore, Legion, Kerins O’Rahilly’s and Dr Crokes.

It’s as close to a good old-fashioned Mexican standoff as you can get without the unwelcome danger of getting hit with a stray bullet.

Just like all those old westerns where enemies from multiple posses square off, draw their guns and face each other in one decisive moment, Saturday’s showdown will leave only one party standing.

A single mistake could be the difference between life (the final) and death (the dreaded relegation playoff).

It really is an incredible state of affairs and not one you’ll see too often in any competition in any sport. There is just no separating these four teams.

Crokes beat Legion. Legion beat Rahilly’s. Rahilly’s beat Rathmore.

Rathmore beat Crokes. When the draw was made, Group 2 was nicknamed the Group of Death but ironically it’s the only group at any grade – Senior, Intermediate, Junior Premier or Junior – in which all four teams are still alive.

The permutations (which are listed in detail opposite), though fascinating, are enough to give Will Hunting a headache. One kick of the ball could be the difference between the final and potential relegation. Things probably won’t become clear until the very death.

One thing’s for sure: we’re in for high drama when these great old foes face off at 6.30pm tomorrow evening.

RATHMORE V LEGION

Last weekend, Rathmore managed what Legion couldn’t by beating the Crokes, while Legion managed what Rathmore couldn’t by beating Rahilly’s. In a way, that typifies the recent history of these two teams. While both have shown flashes of brilliance, and in Rathmore’s case they have even won some silverware, a lack of consistency when it comes to championship has been a problem.

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19.04.2019 stage and Legion came out on top of their most recent encounter when they defeated Rathmore in the opening round of last year’s County Championship. That away win gave the Derreen club a lot of confidence as Rathbeg is a notoriously difficult place to get a result. Winning there in consecutive games is a tall order but Stephen Stack will be encouraged by the character his side showed down the stretch in last Sunday’s victory over Rahilly’s.

Legion and Rathmore currently occupy first and second in Group 2 by virtue of

their slightly superior points difference but that particular statistic will only come into play if more than two teams are level once the dust has settled - or if there are two draws on Saturday.

Surely not?

VERDICT: DRAW.

RAHILLY’S V DR CROKES

Crokes were probably expecting a bit of a hangover after their All-Ireland bid came to an end, especially with the change in management and some experienced players standing aside, but,

nevertheless, losing twice in quick succession will not sit too well with Kerry’s reigning club champions.

They also came mightily close to losing to Legion two weeks ago so things aren’t going very smoothly for Edmund O’Sullivan’s side at the moment. Another slip-up this weekend and they could easily be facing the unthinkable: a relegation playoff. Of course, the same can be said about every team in Group 2 but the very idea of the threein-a-row county champions being demoted to Intermediate is startling in

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and of itself.

Rahilly’s had their opportunities against Legion last weekend but losing Jack Savage (red card) and Gavin O’Brien (injured) didn’t help their chances of securing two crucial points.

Kerry stars Tommy Walsh and David Moran (both injured) were forced to watch on from the sidelines and if they and O’Brien are unavailable for Saturday’s showdown, you’d have to say that it will very much be advantage Dr Crokes.

VERDICT: DR CROKES BY TWO.

PERMUTATIONS To make the final, Rathmore need to win and hope Dr Crokes beat/draw with Rahilly’s. If Rathmore lose, they will avoid the relegation playoff if Dr Crokes also lose.

To make the final, Legion need to win and hope Rahilly’s beat/draw with Crokes. If Legion lose, they will avoid the relegation playoff if Rahilly’s also lose.

To make the final, Rahilly’s need to win and hope Rathmore beat/draw with Legion. If Rahilly’s lose, they will avoid the relegation playoff if Rathmore also lose.

To make the final, Dr Crokes need to win and hope Legion beat/draw with

Rathmore. If Dr Crokes lose, they will avoid the relegation playoff if Legion also lose.

If one game is a draw, the teams involved in the drawn game will finish 2nd and 3rd.

If both games are drawn, Rathmore and Legion will finish level on points difference but Rathmore will advance to the final on points for. Legion will finish second. Dr Crokes and Rahilly’s will also finish level on points difference but Rahilly’s will finish third on points for. Dr Crokes will finish fourth and play in the relegation playoff.

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TIE-BREAKERS: Head-to-head > points difference > points for > goals for > playoff

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It's win or bust for Kilcummin and Spa There are endless permutations and possibilities for the East Kerry clubs heading into the final round of Club Championship group games but in reality it’s all quite straightforward. | By Adam Moynihan Win, and you have a chance. Lose, and you don’t.

In truth, it has been an underwhelming month for clubs for the majority of teams from this district, Glenflesk in the Intermediate and Gneeveguilla in the Junior Premier being the two exceptions to the rule so far.

For the others, there’s still time for redemption, however; whether that means sneaking into the next round or simply sidestepping the drop.

SENIOR

Anything can happen in Group 2, as we’ve seen in our Mexican Standoff feature, and things aren’t exactly set in stone in Group 1 either.

Kilcummin currently find themselves bottom on zero points so anything other than a win at home to Dingle (Sunday at 2.30pm) will definitely sentence them to the relegation playoff. If they do win, they’ll draw level with Sunday’s opponents and naturally move ahead of them on head-to-head.

The only issue here is that Kenmare are also on two points so if they fail to get a result against group leaders Stacks and Kilcummin win, then Kilcummin, Dingle and Kenmare will all be level on one win

Glenflesk forward Brian O’Donoghue on his winning score “It didn’t really sink in at the time, but I was delighted. I can’t really take all the credit though - Kieran Murphy had a huge block down and Jeff did well to pass me the ball. When we went down to 13 men I didn’t think it was going to be possible.

But overall we’re just happy to be back in the semis. We had no manager, no nothing, at the start of the year, so we’re over the moon.”

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each.

In that case, it will go to points difference and after their 12-point defeat to Stacks last weekend, the reigning All-Ireland Intermediate champions are 12 points behind in this department.

Stacks will advance to the final if they beat Kenmare. If Kenmare get the better of Stacks and Dingle also lose, Kenmare will progress to the final on head-to-head.

For Dingle to advance to the final, they need to win big and hope Kenmare beat Stacks as well.

Stacks are the form team at the moment so you would fancy them to win, which could be bad news for Kilcummin.

now need to put up a huge score against Rangers (Saturday at 6.30pm) and hope that Glenbeigh-Glencar defeat Templenoe in Templenoe.

A tall order but stranger things have happened.

In Group 1, Currow are in with a fighting chance of making the semis following their impressive nine-point win over St Mary’s. Beat Dromid away on Sunday and they will overtake the group leaders, though a Waterville win in the other fixture would send the South Kerry club through on head-to-head.

An Ghaeltacht are currently in control of the other group but second place Milltown/Castlemaine can swoop in and make the last four if they turn the Gaeilgeoirs over in Gallarus.

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It’s case of winner takes all in the Group 2

19.04.2019 decider as co-leaders Gneeveguilla travel north to face Finuge on Sunday. At the bottom, winless Listry face the equally winless Ballydonoghue with the losers destined for the relegation playoffs.

In Group 1, Firies will be hoping to dodge those playoffs when they head seaward to face fellow strugglers Skellig Rangers (Saturday at 6.30pm). Na Gaeil and Ballymac are level heading into their Round 3 encounter so the winner will qualify for the last four.

Fossa, who are bottom of Group 4, also desperately need two points from their tricky away tie against St Michael’s-Foilmore (Sunday at 2.30pm) to ensure their safety. At the top, St Senan’s are in pole position but St Pat’s can steal first place when the sides meet on Sunday afternoon.

It’s between Listowel and Keel in Group 3 with either Churchill or Lispole facing the playoffs.

JUNIOR

In Group 3, East Kerry rivals Scartaglen and Cordal go head-to-head on Saturday to decide who will advance to the semi-final.

Either Annascaul or Knocknagoshel will prevail in Group 1, Renard are in a strong position in Group 2 and in Group 4, joint group winners Ballyduff and Cromane will face each other in a playoff.

INTERMEDIATE

Glenflesk are through to the semi-finals following a heart-stopping comeback win over John Mitchels, Brian O’Donoghue popping up injury time to kick the winner for Paud O’Donoghue’s plucky charges.

In the same group, Beaufort avoided the relegation playoffs by virtue of their 3-11 to 1-8 victory over Desmonds.

In Group 4, Spa are still breathing, but only just. Evan Cronin was their hero in Glenbeigh as he netted a last-gasp goal to secure a crucial one-point win.

Templenoe’s 21-point demolition of Laune Rangers in the other game was bad news for the Killarney club, however. Spa

SENIOR P

W

L

D

PD

Pts

Austin Stacks

2

2

0

0

+15

4

Dingle

2

1

1

0

-1

2

Kenmare

2

1

1

0

-1

2

Kilcummin

2

0

2

0

-13

0

P

W

L

D

PD

Pts

Dromid

2

1

0

1

+2

3

Currow

2

1

1

0

+6

2

Waterville

2

1

1

0

+1

2

St Mary's

2

0

1

1

-9

1

Templenoe

2

2

0

0

+23

4

Glenbeigh-G’car

2

1

1

0

+6

2

Spa

2

1

1

0

-1

2

Laune Rgs

2

0

2

0

-28

0

An Ghaeltacht

2

2

0

0

+23

4

Milltown/C’maine

2

1

0

1

+2

3

Brosna

2

0

1

2

-7

2

Ardfert

2

0

2

0

-18

0

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INTERMEDIATE GROUP 1

GROUP 2

GROUP 3

GROUP 4 Glenflesk

3

3

0

0

+11

6

John Mitchels

3

2

1

0

+29

4

Beaufort

3

1

2

0

-2

2

Desmonds

3

0

3

0

-28

0

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Footballers on the ditch You don’t need to go to England to find abusive football fans, writes Adam Moynihan “This guy is a waste of f***ing time! He’ll do nothing. Take the f***ing ball off him!”

I was at Goodison Park recently for the Premier League match between Everton and Arsenal. I’m not an Everton fan, or an Arsenal fan for that matter, but we were in Liverpool for a stag and a few of us managed to get tickets.

Three of us were seated in the Lower Gwladys, which, as any Evertonian will tell you, is where the most diehard Toffees can be found on matchday.

The atmosphere was good (Everton won 1-0) and although there was the occasional choice word for the referee or the opposition, it was all fairly tame by and large. English football fans have a long-standing reputation for being hooligans but I certainly wasn’t shocked by anything I heard from the Goodison faithful.

They backed their own team with passion, and supported their players at every turn.

So where did the above quote come from?

Believe it or not, I actually heard it just a couple of weeks ago at a Gaelic football game here in Kerry.

I won’t name the team obviously as I’m sure the supporters in question in no way represent the fanbase as a whole, and every club has its loudmouths, but this particular group of men really went over the top. Talk about contrary. They spent the entire 60 minutes plus additional time slating, sledging, criticising and cutting. It actually would have been hilarious if it wasn’t so tragic.

And what made it all the more pitiful was the fact that the abuse wasn’t even directed at the opposition, or the referee. 90% of their most disparaging commentary – including the remarks quoted above – was reserved for their own players.

The abuse that rained down on one particular player was so bad he actually reacted and told the supporters in question to “shut the f*** up”. You might say that he should have kept his cool but that’s easier said than done in the heat of the moment. He’s dead right to bite back as far as I’m concerned. No one should be subjected to that kind of vitriol, especially not at the hands of your fellow clubmates.

I naturally go to games quite regularly for work and these footballers on the ditch, or cutters on the hill, can be found at every ground in the county. We’re talking about former players here, mainly. How much senior football they played - and how well they played it - varies greatly, although from listening to them you’d think they all lined out for the Kerry seniors between 1978 and 1981.

It’s one thing having an opinion, everyone is entitled to that much, but the level of criticism, and, perhaps more importantly, the volume of criticism, is often completely unnecessary.

Everything is a case of “he should have done this” or “he should have done that”.

Fellas are trying to exhibit how knowledgeable they are about the game, as if the people around them go home thinking, “Jesus, that fella behind us at the match must be some sort of genius”.

I’ve also noticed a pattern whereby a supporter will criticise a player early on in a game (perhaps because he has a set against him, which is commonplace) and then patiently wait for that player to make a mistake. When the mistake happens, the supporter jumps on it. “What did I tell you? He’s no good.”

In a twisted kind of way they almost revel in their own player and, consequently, their own team slipping up, simply because it proves them right in front of the lads up on the terrace.

It’s pure bravado.

I’m not saying people shouldn’t be allowed to speak their mind at a sporting event. It’s a game of opinions. But there’s a big difference between turning to your friend and simply stating that someone isn’t playing well, and shouting loudly from your perch that your corner forward is “f***ing useless!”

This habit of abusing your own team and your own players, I just cannot wrap my head around it at all. Seriously, what is the point?

Everyone in the club, players, management, officials and supporters, presumably wants the same thing: to win. How does shouting abuse at one another help in that regard?

If a fella makes a mistake, especially a big one, he’s the very first person to know what went wrong. The last thing he needs at that exact moment in time is to be belittled by someone who’s supposed to be on his side. This is a basic principle of motivation, one that we learned when we were under 12, but it seems as though some people still need to be reminded of it every now and then.

If you absolutely positively have to go to a match and criticise because that’s just the way you are and you’re not for changing, then for crying out loud criticise the ref, or the umpire, or the other team, or the other maor uisce (without being verbally abusive).

It might be hard for some fellas to accept but you’re not a player anymore. Your role within the club has changed. You’re a supporter now. Support.

English soccer fans have a bad reputation but some GAA supporters are also guilty of verbal abuse.

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Delaney’s backers should be ashamed

19.04.2019

The ex-Chief Executive has “stepped aside” but he still has friends in Kerry. | By Adam Moynihan There was a long-held perception in the Irish soccer community that the FAI were mismanaging their finances and that much-needed funding wasn’t ending up where it should.

Little did we know.

Although the full details are yet to be uncovered, it is now obvious from their pitiful display at the Oireachtas Committee for Sport that the FAI engaged in questionable financial activity – even beyond the outrageous salary and perks afforded to their beloved ex-Chief Executive/Executive Vice President.

As pressure on the association continued to mount, Delaney “stepped aside” on Monday, although the vast majority of us would prefer a bit more closure than that.

However, if the national media is anything to go by, he still has friends - albeit in some very low places.

KERRY FRIENDS

Former FAI CEO John Delaney has received backing from a number of prominent Kerry officials. Pic: Seb Daly/Sportsfile.

As news broke two weeks ago of Delaney’s €100,000 “bridging loan” to his employers, a story that the embattled head of Irish soccer fought feverishly to injunct, the Secretary of the Kerry District League, John O’Regan, quickly sprang to his defence.

O’Regan, who is a member of the FAI Senior Council and a personal friend of Delaney’s, appeared on national television to support his stricken comrade. He even went so far as to say that Delaney should be “running the country”.

Last week, Kerry TD Michael Healy-Rae also professed his admiration for Delaney in a tough-to-watch performance before the Oireachtas Committee, claiming that

the former FAI boss would receive “the mother of all welcomes” when he comes to Kerry next month to open Castleisland AFC’s new pitch.

Politicians who appeared at the committee were ostensibly there to grill Delaney.

Considering the circumstances, HealyRae’s obsequiousness seemed more than a little out of place.

Both O’Regan, supposedly representing the KDL and its members, and Healy-Rae, supposedly representing Kerry and his constituents, claimed that Delaney was a great friend to Kerry soccer. Kerry soccer wouldn’t be where it is today were it not for Delaney, they cried.

I’ll tell you a thing or two about Kerry soccer.

FACILITIES

Around 10 clubs in Kerry have good facilities. Most clubs have poor facilities or no facilities at all. Some clubs still don’t have changing rooms, for example, and too many pitches are borderline dangerous (even in fine weather). The vast majority of “new” clubs (of which there are plenty) have to play all of their home games at the KDL’s own pitch, Mounthawk Park in Tralee.

My own club, Killarney Athletic, struggled for over a decade to get funding for an all-weather pitch, despite our status as a relatively big club with a large membership in a major town. We finally got a training field last year, and it’s great to have it, but when it rains heavily we will struggle to keep our main pitch playable.

The bottom line is that we need more full-size, all-weather surfaces in Kerry, like the one Celtic have here in Killarney.

NOVELTY CHEQUES

The way O’Regan, who has been in his

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John Delaney presents a cheque to Killarney Athletic officials. Also pictured is Secretary of the KDL, John O'Regan (far left).

current role since 1976, and his friends at the KDL speak about Delaney, you’d swear he was the Robin Hood of Irish football.

It should go without saying but I’ll say it anyway: the money that filters down from the FAI to build pitches in Kerry is specifically meant for that exact purpose. That’s what the FAI is for. Well, that’s what it’s supposed to be for anyway. Another important point to note is that a lot of our funding comes directly from the government, not the FAI. When it does come from the FAI, John Delaney showing up with an oversized novelty cheque isn’t an act of charity.

It’s the CEO of an association doing his job, a job for which he was extremely well compensated over a very long period of time.

Unless, of course, O’Regan and HealyRae are suggesting that Delaney, who used to reside in Tralee, channelled money down to Kerry when it should have rightfully gone elsewhere?

PAY-TO-PLAY

And another thing, while I have you. If Delaney has left Kerry soccer in such great shape, and the league’s headquarters have been paid for in full (which I believe they have), how can O’Regan and co. continue to justify charging players admission into their own games at Mounthawk Park?

In 2017, they tried to charge us a fiver a head walking through the gate for a league final in which we were actually playing. Think about that for a second.

Hundreds of paying customers heading back to Tralee to watch a final between two Killarney teams (we would have happily played in Celtic Park, by the way) and the league had the cheek to charge the players admission.

In the end, our chairman Mike O’Shea intervened and the club kindly forked over the entrance fee on our behalf.

Imagine if Legion or Crokes were playing in a county final above in the Park and they tried to charge the players at the gate. There would be holy war. But because it’s Kerry soccer, it’s somehow okay?

And where is our admission money going exactly? Paying for the floodlights?

I’ll tell you a good one about the floodlights in Mounthawk Park while I have you.

Last season we were playing Dingle in a league game back there (Dingle also

play some home games in Tralee). The game was on a weekday evening and as kick-off approached, it was already getting dark. It wasn’t too bad as the game started but 20 minutes in, visibility was dangerously low. I approached the ref and asked him what the story was with the lights.

“He’s putting them on at half-time,” he said.

“Can he not put them on now?”

The ref shrugged. He knew as well as we did that it was too dark to play but what could he do? At half-time, we waited for the lights to come on. No sign. Whoever had their finger on the switch was waiting for us to physically walk from the sideline back onto the pitch before turning them on. Jesus, it was sad.

And as soon as the match ended, the lights went off. We had to collect our personal belongings from the side of the pitch* and walk back to the clubhouse in the dark. *Teams don’t leave their gear in the dressing rooms at Mounthawk Park for security reasons.

This is what we, as players, are dealing with.

CUTE HOORS

When he came to Kerry to open Mounthawk Park in 2015, John Delaney made reference to the controversial €5 million payment the FAI received from FIFA to abandon their proposed legal action over the Thierry Henry handball affair.

The FAI tried to keep that hush money very hush-hush indeed and when fans found out about it, they were justifiably furious. It appeared as though the FAI had simply been bought off without telling its members what had transpired. But for Delaney, it was just another gas story to tell.

“I got five million off Blatter,” he joked.

“If we had sent John O’Regan, we’d have got ten!”

This attitude typifies everything that’s wrong with the FAI and, by extension, Kerry soccer. This “cute hoor” culture prevails and the people in power are more interested propping up their pals than looking out for the people they’re supposed to represent.

Delaney and his cronies in Merrion Square have finally been found out.

As far as I’m concerned, all of the Kerrymen who backed him on our behalf should be ashamed.

Paul Nagle and Craig Breen celebrate success on last weekend’s Rallye San Remo in Italy. Pic: Rallye San Remo.

Italian job done for Breen and Nagle

Ten years after his first victory on the legendary Rallye San Remo, Paul Nagle has added a second win on the Italian rally. | By Sean Moriarty Co-driving for Craig Breen, the Irishmen entered the 35km last stage 11 seconds behind leader Simone Campedelli and came out the other side four seconds to the good. The latter part of the stage was wet, and was part of Pirelli Tyres official test road. Breen and Nagle were on Michelin tyres and would not have had the same knowledge of the road as their Pirelli-shod Italian rivals.

It was an epic performance for the Skoda Fabia R5 crew, who were contesting only their second Italian Rally Championship round together. They finished fourth on the opening round last month but San Remo is one of the greatest rallies in the world. Former winners include world champions like Colin McRae, Ari Vatanen and Tommi Makinen.

Nagle previously won the rally alongside Kris Meeke (Peugeot 207) in 2009 on their way to the Intercontinental Rally Challenge title – the forerunner to the current FIA European Rally Champion-

ship. Ten years ago, victory in San Remo was decisive in their championship bid as nearest rival Jan Kopecky crashed his Skoda on the second stage.

This time around Nagle and Breen beat the best of the best in the Italian championship, including three-time San Remo winner Giandomenico Basso who also won Rally Il Ciocco last month.

“San Remo is one the greatest rallies in the world,” Nagle said. “If you look at the recent history of the rally, only two drivers from outside of Italy have won the rally and I have been alongside both drivers.”

The Kerry/Waterford pairing resume their bid for the Irish Tarmac Rally Championship this weekend. They are the number one seed on the Easter Stages where they will be hoping to record a third win in as many starts in this year’s domestic series. They are back behind the wheel of the same Ford Fiesta R5 they used to win in Galway and West Cork. The Co. Antrim-based rally gets under way at 10am on Good Friday.

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Rathmore school captures Munster title CORN UÍ UIGÍNN FINAL ___________________________________________________________________________________

SP Sliabh Luachra 3-9 | Coláiste na Sceilge 0-7 LISTRY The Corn Uí Uigínn (U16.5 B Munster Colleges) Final between Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra and Coláiste na Sceilge turned out to be a one-sided affair with the Rathmore side eventually running out 12-point winners in Listry.

Scores were at a premium in the first half as both sides missed a lot of chances but a goal by busy forward Paudie O’Leary separated the sides at the interval (1-4 to 0-4).

Rathmore introduced Kevin Bowler at half-time and he made a significant contribution, covering every blade of grass and scoring a great goal to give his his team a commanding lead.

SPSL dominated the second half and

when James Darmody netted the third goal, the game, and the cup, was won.

William Casey was excellent in goal for the victors while defenders Dennis Mahoney, Alex Mihailovs and Damien Cronin did well to repel the Coláiste na Sceilge attack. James Darmody also won lots of ball at midfield.

Overall the young Rathmore men played lovely football, mixing hand-passing with long kicking when needed, which made the game a joy to watch.

This win was some consolation for SPSL who had lost the All-Ireland B final by a point the previous Saturday.

Congratulations to the players, their manager David McCarthy and his selectors Donal Cremin, Jamie O’Sullivan and Ian O’Connor.

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MOTORSPORT BRIEFS... |

S uccessful debut for Kerry’s youngest driver

Kerry’s youngest rally driver made a successful debut on Saturday’s Moonraker Rally in Ballyvourney.

Mossie Costello made Kerry rally history by becoming the youngest ever competitor to drive in a rally.

The 15-year-old Tarbert driver was taking advantage of Motorsport Ireland rules that allow drivers under 17 to contest forest rallies once they are accompanied by an experienced co-driver who also takes over on the road sections between stages. Kerry Motor Club’s Denny Greaney stepped in on Saturday to allow Mossie drive in his first event.

The son of well-known North Kerry driver Jason, he finished 53rd overall out of 66 finishers and was fourth in the under 17 class driving a self-prepared Nissan Micra.

He plans on doing more forest events later this year and will resume his junior autocross championship campaign in Limerick on Easter Sunday.

The next rally that Mossie can enter is the Donegal Forestry Rally on May 18.

“We heard from other competitors that Donegal can be rough on cars,” he said at the finish in Ballvourney on Saturday.

“But I will definitely enter Cork in July.”

Other Kerry finishers on the Mooonraker included Seán Fleming and Niall McLarnon who steered their Ford Fiesta to second in class. David Fleming and

Kieran Doherty retired their Honda Civic on the second stage. |

D uggan returns

Last year’s winner of the Cartell.ie Rally of the Lakes national rally Rob Duggan has entered this year’s event.

Duggan is currently based in Melbourne, Australia but arrived home last week to prepare for rally. He will drive a hired Ford Escort Mk2 and will be reunited with former co-driver Mikie Galvin.

Colin O’Donoghue, last year’s junior champion, steps up to the main field for the first time in a self-built Ford Escort Mk2. He is hoping to run the car on the Monaghan Rally the weekend before the Lakes to iron out any teething problems ahead of his home event. |

N ew Zealand Rallying

Duagh co-driver Noel Moloney finished 32nd on the International Otago Rally in New Zealand over the weekend. He and his driver Phil Macquarie overcame an off-road excursion on Saturday, losing six minutes but recovered to finish 32nd after setting top 20 time all day Sunday in their Subaru Impreza. |

E aster Stages

Conor Murphy (Agahdoe) and Keith McCarthy (Lixnaw) are entered in the Saturday only junior setion of the Easter Stages in their Honda Civic.

SPSL corner forward James Darmody in action in his side's Munster final win over Coláiste na Sceilge. Pic: Séamus Healy.

Tweet of the Week The honours this week have to go to our own @AdamMoynihan, whose tweet about Tiger Woods was retweeted by England and Borussia Dortmund player Jadon Sancho, amongst others.

TRIVIA Last weekend, Stephen Curry surpassed Ray Allen for most three-pointers in NBA playoff history.

Which three players complete the all-time top five in this category?

Tweet your answers to @AdvertiserSport!

LAST WEEK’S QUESTION Bobby Zamora and Obafemi Martins are the only two Premier League footballers to __________________.

ANSWER: ...score penalties with both feet.

Well done to Christian Roberts who tweeted the right answer to @AdvertiserSport.

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19.04.2019 SOCCER

Killarney Celtic RESULTS: U14 Shield - Celtic B 7 Killorglin B 0 (Fionn Noctor, Maksymilian Brzozowski, Eoin Carroll, Liam Mulhern, Alex O'Callaghan, Adam Doherty and Timmy McClain). U12 Prem - Celtic A 1 Inter Kenmare 2 (Joey McCarthy).

U12 Shiel - Celtic B 1 MEK Utd 3 (Colm Janot).

FIXTURE: Greyhound Bar Cup QF - Celtic v Castleisland (Today at 7.30pm).

SOCCERTOTS: Returns on Saturday, April 27 at 1pm for boys and girls aged 4-6 years. Registration on the day. For more details contact Ramona 0876615532.

LOTTO: Next jackpot €5,800.

Killarney Athletic RESULTS: U14 Shield - Tralee Dynamos 1 Athletic 2 (Matthew Moynihan and Noah Sexton). Jimmy Falvey Memorial Youth Cup - Castleisland 3 Athletic 0.

CONTACT: Please check killarneyathletic. com or Facebook for match reports, club information and contact details. If you have anything to add to notes please contact Mary McCarrick on 087 7750773 or mccarrickmary@hotmail.com.

Mastergeeha RESULTS: U12 CUP - Mastergeeha 1 Tralee Dynamos 6 (Ronan McCarthy).

EASTER EGG DRAW: Congratulations to the winner of the Easter eggs and many thanks to all that supported this year’s fundraiser.

OVER 35: Mastergeeha will host an over 35s 6-a-side tournament on Sunday, May 19 at Kilbrean Park. For entry forms and information, please contact Paul on 087 2971792. All welcome.

MEK United RESULTS: U12 Shield - Killarney Celtic B 1 MEK United B 3 (Kevin Coffey, OG x 2.

MOTM - Kevin Coffey). U12 Shield (Game 2) - Park C 4 MEK 1 (Eanna Murphy).

GOLF

Killarney Golf & Fishing Club (Men’s) RESULTS: The Broderick's Machinery sponsored Men's V-Par competition took place on Killeen on Sunday. The newly redeveloped 6th hole par 3 was opened this weekend in time for the competition and the impressive stonework was very well received by all the playing competitors.

The high winds added to the difficulty of the day but the scoring was nonetheless impressive. 1st Sean Moynihan 6 up (6), 2nd Matthew Leacy 4 up (4), 3rd Alan Macsweeney 3 up (5), 4th Kevin O'Callaghan 3 up (16), 5th Ian Spillane 2 up (1).

Category 1 Greg Lanigan 2 up (4), Category 2 Andrew Garnett Level (10), Category 3 Seamus Doheny 1 up (17), Category 4 Michael O'Donoghue 1 up (19).

JUNIORS: The juniors defeated Tralee 3-2 to claim a place in the Fred Daly area final where they will next play Doneraile.

Early on it looked ominous for Killarney

as they fell behind in four of the matches to a strong Tralee side. However, a strong fight back ended with Ryan Kelliher defeating Luke Walsh on the 24th hole to clinch the win for Killarney. Ryan Kelliher won on 24th hole, Ewan Macindoe lost 3&2, Peter Walsh lost 3&2, Cillian Courtney won 1 up, Christian Casey won 4&3.

Special thanks to Team Manager Eugene O'Sullivan and Junior Officer John O'Mahony for all their hard work.

Ross Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: On April 14 we held the final round of the MD O'Shea Spring League.

This was a strokeplay competition and we had a large number of participants in tough and testing conditions. 1st Maurice Coffey 70, 2nd Tom McSweeney 70, 3rd Jonathan Casey 71. The Spring League winning team was Jonathan Casey, Tom McSweeney, Johnny Brosnan and Denis McCarthy. Runners-up were Alan Flynn, John Cushkelly, Seamus McCarthy and Denis Casey. Category 1 Jimmie Smith, Category 2 Michael Courtney, Category 3 Tony Lenihan, Category 4 Thomas Horan.

A good and enjoyable social evening was held in Clubhouse on Sunday evening for the presentation of the prizes and we wish to acknowledge the sponsorship of our Spring League by MD O'Shea's .

FIXTURES: On Saturday, April 20 the Ladies Club are holding a mixed 10-hole scramble at 10am. Please be in the clubhouse at 9.30am. On Sunday, we will hold an open SS competition and the timesheet is now available in the clubhouse.

MATCHPLAY CHAMPIONSHIP: The entry sheet is now available for the Killarney Trophy Centre Club Matchplay Championship and all interested golfers are reminded to put their names on the sheet immediately.

Beaufort Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: April 14 - Easter Egg Competition - Sponsored by Seamus Weldon. 1st Mike Brosnahan (10) 68 Nett, 2nd Niall Greaney (12) 72 Nett, 3rd President Pat Quill (19) 73 Nett.

FIXTURES: April 19 - Club Open Fundraiser - 4 Ball Betterball (Any Combination) Sponsored by The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney. April 20/21 - 3 T's Qualifier - 18 Hole Stableford (White Tees) - Sponsored

by Tom Tobin Trophies.

Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies) RESULTS: 2019 Spring League - 9 Hole Re-Entry (Best 2 scores to count). 1st Joan O'Sullivan (20) 34pts, 2nd Lady Captain Noreen Kinsella (28) 30pts, 3rd Noeleen Mackessy (22) 29pts. April 13/14 - Easter Egg Competition - Sponsored

by Helen Clifford. 1st Teresa Clifford (28) 34pts, 2nd Aideen Ryan (30) 29pts, 3rd Lady Captain Noreen Kinsella (28) 24pts.

FIXTURES: April 20/21 - 3 T's Qualifier (Stableford) - Sponsored by Tom Tobin Trophies. April 19 - Club Open Fundraiser - 4 Ball Betterball - Sponsored by The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney.

Ross Golf Club (Ladies)

O'Farrell (15) 15pts, 2nd Mary Moynihan (23) 13pts, 3rd Mary Gorman (36) 13pts.

9H Scramble, March 27. Betty O'Farrell, Bridie Doyle, Mary Moynihan.

9HNQ, April 5. 1st Therese O'Keeke, 2nd Betty O'Farrell, level score of 12, result on countback.

Killorglin Golf Club (Men’s) RESULTS: Owens McCarthy Insurance Stableford Singles on April 13 & 14. 1st John Carmody (27) 39pts (CB), 2nd Mike J O'Sullivan (8) and 3rd Denis Bird (8) 37pts. The away weekend sponsored by President Rick Sheehy was enjoyed by all with Joe Kennedy winning on Sunday and the overall followed by Donal Lynch who won in Shannon on Saturday.

FIXTURES: Next weekend from April 20-22 is Temmler's Scotch Foursomes Re-entry.

ATHLETICS

Killarney Valley Athletic Club AWARDS: A great night was had by all Killarney Valley AC athletes who attended the annual Kerry Athletics Awards night in Kenmare Bay Hotel last Friday night. Congratulations to Sam Griffin and Aoibhinn Gleeson who received Club Awards, Ciara Kennelly who received a County Award and Jordan Lee who received an International Award.

TRAINING: Strength & Conditioning will resume on Monday, April 29 at 7pm in the Sem for all members age 12 upwards.

Bring a mat if you have one. Please remember to bring €2 and water to all sessions. There will be no training for age 7-12 on Thursday, May 2 due to competition on May 3 hosted by Killarney Valley AC for the Killarney Schools area. This will be held in the Killarney Community College field at 6pm and those who qualify will go forward to the County School Sports on June 12 in An Riocht.

INFO: Please keep an eye on your email and check our Facebook page for any updated information.

Gneeveguilla Athletic Club LOTTO: Next week’s jackpot is €18,400 plus €1,000 bonus.

KINGDOM COME ROAD RACE: Held in Castleisland, well done to Caroline Murphy & Robert Purcell who both won their section. All other club athletes ran well.

AWARDS: Catherine O’Sullivan Moynihan, Shona O’Brien, Shelia O’Donoghue & Danielle & Frank O’Riordan all received county awards at the annual social held in Kenmare.

JACK O’KEEFFE ROAD RACE & JUVENILE STREET RACES: Easter Monday in Kiskeam. Juvenile races start at 12 noon sharp. All ages catered for. Registration from 11am in the Community Centre. The four-mile road race is at 2pm, registration in the Community Centre.

OTHER SPORTS

OPEN DAY: Ross Golf Club on Wednesday, May 22.

Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club

RESULTS: 9HNQ, March22/23. 1st Betty

THREE BALL SCRAMBLE: Some brave

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souls braved the elements last Sunday morning to take part in our Three Ball Scramble for the Johnny Kelly Shield.

The winners with a score of 69 1/3 Nett were the team of Mike 'Seve' O'Leary, Hugh O'Sullivan and Kieran Fitzpatrick.

Johnny's son Sean won the Gross prize meanwhile with a score of 21 under par (87) alongside both Noel Moynihan and Betty O'Brien. Eileen Switzer won a raffle for an Easter Egg while Colm O'Dowd and Aidan O'Keeffe both shared the Hole-InOne pot.

MUNSTER SCHOOLS QUALIFIERS: The three St Brendan’s College teams of (i) Lorcan Martin, Adam Kelly and Cillian Courtney, (ii) Darragh O’Callaghan, Padraic Looney and Erin Moloney and (iii) Robbie Harnett, Eoin O’Riordan Looney and Fintan Martin all made it through last week’s Qualifying event. They go on now to the Provincial Finals in Larkspur Park, Cashel on Friday, May 10.

EASTER WEEKEND: Reminder of our competitions over Easter on Good Friday, Easter Sunday (Singles for Easter Eggs) and Easter Monday at the usual times of 9.15am & 11.15am. Entry €4 per draw with a fee of €7 for both.

OPEN DAY: Today (Good Friday) there is an open day on the course. We have a special membership offer for new and lapsed (pre-2017) members to join up on the day. Enquire within.

UPCOMING FIXTURES: (i) Munster Matchplay Qualifiers, Sunday, April 28 (Tralee), (ii) Paul O’Sullivan Memorial Three Ball Scramble (Newmarket) Friday-Sunday May Bank Holiday Weekend, (iii) 36 Hole Stableford (Club), Sunday, May 12.

Muckross Rowing Club LOUGH RYNN TRIP: Last weekend, over 40 junior members accompanied by coaches and parents made the long bus journey to Leitrim ahead of the club’s first scheduled regatta weekend. Unfortunately the weather once again was the undoing of the racing action, with the Schools Regatta on Saturday cancelled at an early stage and Sunday’s Lough Rynn Regatta also cancelled. In the small number of Schools Regatta events that went ahead, our Women’s Junior 15 Eight finished second in very challenging conditions. Well done to all! While it was an otherwise disappointing weekend from a rowing perspective, it was a great team-building trip for all our younger rowers who enjoyed 'Plan B' activities at both Lough Key and Ox Mountain Adventure Camps. Sincere thanks goes to those parents who travelled and supervised on the bus, those who drove and helped out with the overnight stays, those who towed the boat trailer and helped with boat loading and unloading in the rain and finally to those who provided home baking, brought food supplies and looked after all the essentials.

REGATTA SEASON: Limerick Regatta, O’Briensbridge, Saturday, April 27; Skibbereen Regatta (2-day), National Rowing Centre, Cork, May 4/5; Lee Regatta, Marina, Cork and Trinity Regatta in Dublin, both on Saturday, May 11; Castleconnell Sprint Regatta at O'Briensbridge on Saturday, May 18 and Dublin Metro Regatta on Saturday, May 25. Coaches will advise

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on which events the club and different age groups plan to attend.

Killarney Rugby U11: Very well done to our U11s who travelled to Limerick to take part in the Neville Furlong U11 Festival Garryowen RFC - a fantastic day of rugby for all the lads. Well done to all the players and to coaches Ger and Pat who looked after everyone.

SPLIT THE BUCKET: Congrats to Frank O’Keeffee who is this week’s Split the bucket winner - winning €251 for just a €2 entry. Remember to support our split the bucket to help fund rugby at KRFC. GIVE IT A TRY: KRFC are delighted to announce that we have been selected as a venue for the summer IRFU GIAT programme aimed at encouraging girls aged 10-14 to try rugby for the first time.

For details contact Denise Treacy on 087 8064112.

FAMILY FUN DAY: Our Family Fun Day is coming up on Saturday, May 11 next and promises to be an action packed day at Aghadoe. Bring all the family along for BBQ, fun and games and we will have the Heineken Cup on the TV as well as a Captain’s XV v President’s XV match, minis and girls demo games and fun for all the family. Check out our Facebook page for more.

Killarney Salmon & Trout Angling Club PROJECT: A New National Salmon Scale Project has been launched by Inland Fisheries Ireland which will help researchers understand the challenges which salmon are facing today. The National Salmon Scale Project aims to collect vital information through fish scales taken from salmon and sea trout which are harvested and caught and released in Irish rivers and lakes. As part of the project, anglers are asked to take a scale sample from a salmon or sea trout by gently scraping and removing approximately 20 fish scales using a clean knife. Anglers are then requested to post their samples to Inland Fisheries Ireland using the sample envelopes which will be made available to them. Contact Club Secretary or any club officer for such envelopes.

REMINDER: Also a reminder to club members of the ongoing agreement with Caragh Bridge Angling Club, where our members get to fish on the river on the last Sunday of every month during the season - important to have your club membership card to hand as you may be requested to produce it on the day to confirm your affiliation.

COMPETITION: Reminder of our upcoming competition on Lough Lein on Sunday, May 5. Entries now being taken by any cub officer.

GAA

Killarney Legion FIXTURES: Div 1 Minor Final - Legion v Laune Rangers (Today at 5pm, Fitzgerald Stadium). Club Championship - Rathmore v Legion (Saturday at 6.30pm_ RESULTS: Club Championship - Legion 0-11 Kerins O Rahilly’s 1-6. Minor Div 1 SF

19.04.2019 - Legion 4-8 Na Gaeil 2-13. U16 Girls - Legion 1-5 Na Gaeil 3-7. U12 Girls - Legion 1-4 Southern Gaels 4-6.

U12 BOYS: One of our U12 boys teams made the long trip out west to take on Dingle in the second round of the County League and gave a great account of themselves.

COLLECTION: We would like to thank everyone who turned out last weekend to help with the annual church gate collection.

Dr Crokes RESULTS: Club Championship - Dr Crokes 1-7 Rathmore 1-9. U16 Girls – Dr Crokes 8-9 Dingle/Annascaul 2-6. U14 Girls - Dr Crokes 3-15 Churchill 3-7.

COUNTY CLEAN-UP: Many thanks to our volunteers who turned out last Saturday morning to help with our big Dr Crokes Club clean-up. A huge amount of litter was collected (45 bags) so a huge thank you to you all.

MASTERS: Thank you to all that took part and we look forward to you playing again at the next major. Prize Winners are as follows: 1) Gavin and Pearse O'Regan, 2) Malachy Walsh, 3) Donal O'Neill and 4) Gene Cronin.

EASTER CAMP: Dr Crokes’ hugely popular Easter Camp will be running from Tuesday, April 23 to Thursday, April 25 from 11am to 2.30pm. Aged 5-12 years.

Cost - €25 first child/subsequent children €20. Registration from 10.30am on Tuesday 23. Please bring a packed lunch and a drink.

Spa FIXTURES: Intermediate Championship - Spa v Laune Rangers (Saturday at 6.30pm). U12 Boys Co League - Spa v Gneeveguilla (Sunday at 6pm). U14 Co League - Churchill v Spa (Wednesday at 7pm).

The Red team played really well as a team last Sunday and drew 5-07 all. U12 Girls Co League (South) - Fossa ran out comfortable winners.

KERRY LADIES: Well done to all the girls who represented the club last weekend in various ages and our young girls who played at half-time of the Kerry senior ladies. You did us proud.

Kilcummin SENIOR: Our lads suffered a heavy defeat against Austin Stacks in Tralee last Sunday. A late goal by James Nagle gave the score a bit of respectability but it is important to remember the extent of our injury crisis and the long year can take its toll. Thanks to Austin Stacks club for the courtesy extended to the team after the game. We now play Dingle in Kilcummin this week-end in an effort to avoid a relegation battle.

MINOR: Our minor team exited the county league at the semi-final stage after a resounding defeat at the hands of a powerful Churchill side last Friday.

GOLF CLASSIC: At this stage we have approximately 50 teams signed up for our Celebratory Golf Classic on Saturday week, April 27. There are a few tee times available so contact Muiris Healy if you are interested in playing. Teams of 3 for €150 in Killarney Golf Club.

Listry RESULTS: Junior Premier - Gneeveguilla 1-14 Listry 1-10. U16 EK League Div 1 - Listry/Keel 3-8 Kilcummin 4-16. U14 Co League Div 1 – Keel/Listry 1-9 Austin Stacks 4-13. Div 9 - Laune Rangers 1-14 Keel/Listry 0-8. Our U14s unfortunately they came up short in both in the Féile qualifiers.

LOTTO: Jackpot €9,600. Most annual renewals due end of April.

FIXTURES: U14 Co League Div 1 - Moyvane v Keel/Listry (Wednesday at 7pm).

Div 9 – Keel/Listry v Dr Crokes (Thursday at 7pm, Allman Park). U12 Co League Div 5A & 5B - Annascal/Lispole v LKeel/Listry (Sunday at 6pm).

SPORTS HALL & MEETING ROOMS: Contact Eileen (087 6577312) or Ann (087 9403508).

MEMBERSHIP 2019: Final reminder to join Listry GAA club. Download the forms from listrygaa.ie.

ANNUAL CLUB MASS: Tuesday, April 23 at 8pm. Everyone welcome.

COUNTY CLEAN-UP: Thanks to all those who volunteered.

EK CHAMPIONSHIP DRAW: O’Donoghue Cup - Spa v Glenflesk or Cordal (away).

O’Sullivan Cup - Spa v Dr Crokes (away).

LOTTO: Next draw is on Sunday. Jackpot €12,700.

GYM FOBS: Access to the gym is by fob only. Registered members (over 18). Contact Michael to arrange collection of individual fobs.

CLUB MEMBERS MEETING: Important meeting at the clubhouse on Wednesday, April 24 at 8pm. All members asked to attend.

EASTER EGG HUNT: Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 20 from 10-11am at the Juvenile Academy.

Fossa RESULTS: Junior Premier - Fossa 2-6 St Senan’s 3-17. Minor SF - Fossa 1-17 Currow 3-6 AET. U14 Boys Co League - Fossa 3-16 v Glenb/Glen/Crom 4-13. U16 Boys EK League - Dr Crokes 2-8 Fossa 4-16. U12 Boys Co League - The Black team played a thrilling tight game and won by seven.

Beaufort LOTTO: Next draw for a jackpot of €8,600 in Kate Kearney's Cottage on Sunday, April 28. Tickets available from usual sellers, shops, public houses and online.

SOCIAL: Beaufort GAA Club All-Ireland Victory Dinner. Medal presentation, dance and disco. Killarney Oaks Hotel on Sunday, April 21 (Easter Sunday) at 7.30pm. Music by Two Mikes and Family Ties followed by disco. Tickets are €30 each and available from club officers and lotto sellers.

MEMBERSHIP: Club membership is now due. For details, please contact Patie at 087 2515311.

Firies FUNDRAISING WALK: Firies Ladies GAA

are holding a fundraising walk in aid of club member Roisin Collins on Saturday, April 20. Roisin, who is part of our U12 panel, recently underwent surgery to remove a tumour from her back and now requires follow up treatment in Germany. We are asking for donations of €10 per adult & €5 per child to take part in the walk. Starting at the GAA pitch Farranfore at 12 noon. Your support is greatly appreciated. Any queries please contact Fiona on 087 2196385.

COISTE NA NÓG: Academy training return to the pitch in Farranfore after the winter break on Saturday, April 6 at 10.30-11.30am for U6, U8 and U10. Bring €2, a drink and gumshields. All new players welcome.

CROKE PARK: It’s not every week that Firies get to play in Croke Park but this week we have two teams lining out in HQ. The U10 Girls did the club proud playing on Monday and the U12 Boys played today (Friday). Well done to both set of teams and managements.

RESULTS: Junior Premier – Ballymac 2-11 Firies 2-6. U12 - Firies 4-7 Kilcummin 0-7.

U14 - Firies 7-3 Moyvane 2-6. U16 Div 3 Firies 6-7 Laune Rangers 3-8.

FIXTURES: Junior Premier - Skellig Rangers v Firies (Saturday at 6.30pm) U16 EK League - Firies v Dr Crokes (Monday at 7pm).

HURLING: Academy training continues in Farranfore on Thursdays at 7pm.

LOTTO: The draw for next week’s jackpot of €10,000 will take place in O’Keeffe’s Bar, Firies on Friday night, April 19.

Glenflesk Intermediate – Glenflesk 1-8 John Mitchels 0-10. U14 - Well done to our U14s who have qualified for the semi- finals of Féile Peil na nÓg following wins over Legion and Firies. U16 EK League - Glenflesk 2-15 Firies 2-10. Minor SF (Div 3B) - Ballylongford/Asdee/Ballydonoghue 0-13 Glenflesk 0-10. U12 Div 2A - Glenflesk 5-9 Churchill 1-12. Div 2B - Glenflesk 3-6 Churchill 2-4.

SPSL: Very well done also to our U16 players Kevin Bowler, Tommy Bowler and Dylan Roche and to the Scoil Pobal Sliabh Luachra U16.5 team who won their Munster schools semi-final.

LADIES: Friday night 8-9pm in the small pitch is the night/time and place to be so come out and have some fun, get fit and learn some football skills. Please dont be shy, it doesn't matter if you have never kicked a ball or laced a football boot. Any queries contact Marie 085 8498869.

GEAR: Top quality new club gear is available now so don’t delay, contact Martina Heffernan 087 6666577 or Cathy Somers 087 2900476.

LOTTO: The next draw will take place in The Kerry Way on Tuesday. Jackpot €8,200.

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