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Killarney’s poor history of allowing public buildings fall into disrepair Progression of the Killarney Nursing Unit on the site of St Finan’s Hosptial is both welcome and alarming. | By Sean Moriarty

The first phase of construction of the new hospital – the replacement building for existing community hospitals – will be completed by the end of this month the HSE has confirmed to the Killarney Advertiser. Works due to be completed this month include the marking out of the site (pictured) with a main contractor due to be appointed in the coming weeks once the procurement process is complete. The development, which will be built on the grounds of St Finan’s Hospital, will replace the current St Columbanus Home and the District Hospital (short stay unit). It will be made up of four 25-bed units and a 30-bed dementia unit. However, while the progression of the hospital development is welcomed, it also begs the question, what will become of both the current St Columbanus Home and the District Hospital once construc-

UNUSED: St Finan's Hospital is just one of several public owned bindings in Killarney that have been allowed to fall into disrepair. Photo Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

tion of the new hospital is completed. Killarney has a poor history of letting public buildings that are no longer in use fall into disrepair. Back in 2009, the Franciscan Order donated the Áras Phadráig to the town council and 12 years on, and despite countless promises and plans, it remains undeveloped. The same applies to the former Pretty Polly factory on Park Road – also unoccupied since 2009 and in public ownership

since that time. Kerry County Council plans to build houses on part of the site but overall it has been allowed to fall into disrepair. The new hospital facility, is being built on the site of the former St Finan’s hospital. This beautiful building has been idle since September 2012. Kerry County Council have an interest in a small part of that site but this iconic building has also been allowed to fall into disrepair and there are no signs of a po-

Solution to Farranfore water in sight | By Sean Moriarty The problematic water main in Farranfore village is set to be replaced with works beginning later this month. There has been regular water bursts in the area over the last few years, the most-recent rupture in July caused widespread traffic disruption and left homes and businesses without water on one of the warmest days of the year and at time when there were thousands of tourists passing though the village. Previous bursts forced the closures of schools and creches in the village. All this could be a thing of the past very soon. Beginning on Monday, August 30, Irish Water sub-contractors will start a systematic replacement of water pipes in the area. The works will be carried out during

PROBLEMS: Burst water mains in Farranfore have been causing problems for years

evening and night-time hours – from 7pm to 7am Monday evening to Friday morning and will continuing until the end of October. One lane will be closed during these night-time working hours with a stop-go system in place. Works will commence on the south side of the level crossing at Farranfore railway station and proceed towards Killarney for approximately 1km.

The works do not cross the railway tracks. The N22 Killarney to Tralee Road will remain fully open during the day, from 7 am to 7 pm, throughout the works. “It will come as no surprise to residents and businesses of the area that there have been regular bouts of unplanned outages in the recent past due to the ageing network. The size and scale of this challenge, not only in Kerry but nationally is well documented and reacting to this,

tential buyer. “Kerry County Council have confirmed that they wish to acquire 5.77 acres to the north of the Ring Road at Ballydribeen and the disposal of this element is being progressed with Kerry County Council,” a HSE spokesperson told the Killarney Advertiser this week. “There has been no further interest in the former St Finan's building, and surrounding lands, to date from other state agencies, and so it is the HSE’s intention to dispose of the remainder of this property, via public sale, in the future in accordance with HSE Property Disposal protocols.” Both the St Columbanus Home and the District Hospital can be added to the growing list of unoccupied public buildings in the town. Irish Water is implementing their strategic plan to ensure security of supply, the reduction of high levels of leakage and the improvement of water quality in the county,” said Steven Blennerhassett, the Regional Delivery Lead with Irish Water. “We are very much aware of the issues with the water supply here in Kerry and are being very proactive in trying to resolve the problem with our colleagues in Kerry County Council as efficiently as possible. We recently again, engaged with the elected representatives and as always, we value the engagement with them. “Irish Water understands these types of works can be inconvenient and we are working with Kerry County Council, our contractor Ward and Burke and all stakeholders to make every effort to minimise any disruption the works may cause Residents and businesses in the areas of the works will be notified, and customers can call the Irish Water customer helpline on 1850 278 278 for any questions in relation to the works.

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Killarney firms behind Bill Murray’s golf tour of Ireland | By Sean Moriarty American actor Bill Murray is on a tour of Ireland to film a new a series of his golf travel documentary ‘The Links Life’ and it is all thanks to two Killarney-based firms. The ‘Ghostbusters II’ and ‘Groundhog Day’ star will play at some of Ireland’s best golf courses, including Ballybunnion. The tour started at Druids Glen on Tuesday and will continue until next Thursday. Carton House, Carne Golf Links, Portsalon, Rosapenna, Cruit Island, Narin and Portnoo, Enniscrone, Connemara and the Galway Bay Golf Resort are also on the schedule. Muarry’s findings will be broadcast on YouTube at a later date and will be nar-

rated by legendary golf journalist and writer Tom Coyne. The trip is supported by Failte Ireland and Tourism Ireland with help from two Killarney-based tourism companies. Local firm Experience Ireland Golf and Travel is providing the logistics support and access to the golf courses for the trip. “Tom Coyne approached us, he used us before and was happy with the way we do things,” said founder Tom Kennedy. “We organise the hotels and additional activities like trips to distilleries and falcon watching.” O’Callaghan Coaches and Chauffeur Services is providing the transportation for Murray and his crew. “It is great to be back on the road,” said Phillip O’Callaghan after months of being parked up. His brother Seamus is the coach driver.

ON SET: Lead actor Seámus Barra Ó Súilleabháin on the set of Macalla Chill Áirne, directed by New St man Charlie O'Brien

Film set on the Lakes of Killarney hoping for international release A Killarney film maker and director is hoping his new movie – set in his home town – will be picked up by various international film festivals in the Autumn. | By Sean Moriarty Charlie O’Brien, though currently based in Mexico, grew up on New St. An acclaimed musician, he has also narrated documentaries for TG4. His film, Macalla Chill Áirne is set on a Victorian era boat tour through Killarney's lakes. There are six people on board the boat, the boatmen speak Irish, the women English. One of the boatmen's brother is on the run from the police, while one of the ladies has lost her wedding ring. The film features Irish language performance poet Seámus Barra Ó Súilleabháin as the main actor. “In 2010 I presented and narrated the TG4 documentary, Saol John Riley’, which told the story of the San Patricio Battalion of the Mexican American War of 1847. I had written a song about those Irish Soldiers of Mexico and that’s how I was contacted to present the film,”

O’Brien told the Killarney Advertiser. “Since then I've made two other documentaries. ¨A Captain Unafraid¨ concerns an Irish-American sea captain who came to play a seminal role in the Cuban War of Independence. I wrote a song many moons ago about Captain ¨Dynamite¨ and the film eventually grew out of that. The other documentary ¨The Green Fields of Cuba¨ explored Irish music in Cuba along with the Irish American Tra group ¨The Green Fields of America.¨ He has entered the film in to several international festivals but he is still waiting for confirmation if he has been accepted or not. “The festivals it has been in are online ones so far, so public release has yet to come. I'm hoping the film will be exhibited at many other film festivals over the autumn/winter,” he added. “I'll find out in the next couple of months as they let me know - I´ve entered 20 or so.”

LOCAL FIRM: Tom Kennedy of Experience Ireland Golf Travel welcomes actor Bill Murray to Ireland. In the background is one of O’Callaghan Coaches and Chauffeur Services’ coaches

HOMECOMING: On Friday last, the club held a small homecoming outside the club’s New Boathouse to officially welcome home Caoimhe O’Sullivan from Austria following her silver medal success at the Coupe de la Jeunesse Regatta. Public health restrictions limited the outdoor event to club members and family. She is pictured here with her parents Liz Healy and Michael O’Sullivan. Photo: Michelle Cooper Galvin

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New Car Sharing Base opens in Killarney | By Sean Moriarty A new pay-as-you go car hire service has been launched in Killarney that will allow locals and tourists to rent cars or vans by the hour.

AWARD: Killarney Athletic chair Ger Nagle with club members and FAI officials at the club's grounds at Woodlawn earlier this week.

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The new GoCar base in Killarney brings the total number of GoCar locations nationally to 641, with over 800 vehicles available to rent by the hour. More vehicles will be added to the Killarney base as demand for the car sharing service grows. GoCar has confirmed a new location at the Tesco complex on the Deerpark Road. GoCar allows members to rent cars and vans from just €9 an hour. Registered users can book online or via the GoCar app, then unlock the vehicle either with their phone, GoCar card or Leap Card;

the keys are inside the car, with fuel, insurance and city parking all included in the rental price. “There is no doubt that the demand for car sharing services is there and as a result we are determined to make it as accessible as possible to consumers across the country. For many households GoCar presents a credible alternative to car ownership and is a really cost-effective solution for commuting, shopping trips, staycation travel and more. "People’s attitudes to car ownership and sustainable transport are constantly evolving, and now, more than ever before, they are rethinking their individual transport requirements and considering flexibility, cost and importantly - environmental impact,” said Colm Brady, Managing Director at Europcar Mobility Group Ireland, operators of GoCar.ie.

Killarney Athletic FC has joined an elite group of Irish soccer clubs to hold the FIA Clubmark Star One Star Player Development Centre Award. | By Sean Moriarty The certification rewards clubs that apply successful club governance, child welfare, safeguarding and coach education, player development plans and a club coaching structure. Killarney Athletic is one of only 26 clubs in the country to get the award. It was the culmination of two years’ work by club officials after first gained the FAI Clubmark Entry Level award. “In a nutshell running a club back in the day was getting teams out but now the work off the pitch is as important if not more important than on the pitch it is all about governance policies, procedures,

coach education and health and safety risk assessments.,” club chair Ger Nagle told the Killarney Advertiser. “It was a massive achievement to receive the award and to be one of only 26 Clubs in the whole country that have is great. It's about progressing our club to be the best at what we do and asking what should a club be about - It should be a place where players have a sense of belonging and be proud to be part of the Blues.” Officials from the FAI were at the club’s Woodlawn clubhouse earlier this week where club officials were presented with the award.

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NEW SERVICE: Mantas Valasinas, Eurocar's branch manager with two of the vehicles available at the firms new GoCar facility in Killarney. Photo: Grigoriy Geniyevskiy

Businesses to make public aware Substantial effort has gone into highlighting each public access AED location in Killarney and businesses in Killarney are being asked to make the public aware of AED availability. "Many of the hotels in Killarney have AEDs on site and these devices can only make a difference if used as quickly as possible in the minutes after a person collapses and is not breathing," Kevin O'Leary from Killarney Cardiac Unit said. "An AED map can be found by visiting www.kerrycfrlink.ie."

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Killarney Races disappointed at spectator restrictions Attendance at this month's Race Festival in Killarney will remain capped at five hundred attendees which organisers have called "unfair and unjust". Racing will take place at Killarney Racecourse from Thursday, August 19 to Saturday 21 inclusive, and all tickets are now sold out. The restrictions are due to the ongoing public health guidelines. Since racing reconvened in June, over five hundred horse racing fixtures have successfully taken place in Ireland behind closed doors or with limited capacities throughout the pandemic. In July, Killarney Races saw spectators in their stand for the first time since August 2019 and albeit in limited numbers it instilled some hope for the further easing of restrictions and larger numbers attending their August meetings. Despite lobbying by the industry and the obvious relaxation of restrictions in other sectors and sports, circumstances for the team at Killarney Races have remained unchanged, much to their disappointment. “Whilst other sports have moved on, horse racing has endured extremely low levels of attendees e.g. All-Ireland Semi-Finals at 24,000 v’s Killarney's July Racing Festival on a 90-acre open site at five hundred, which is extremely unjust and unfair," Ger Coughlan, Chairman of the Board of Killarney Races said. "Of course, we'll put on another great day of racing for those who were fortunate enough to buy their tickets before they sold out. We have a fantastic garden party feel with ample space, lots of outdoor seating and it's looking like the weather is going to play its part again too. That said it is extremely disappointing that more people cannot enjoy it also. Killarney

is busy with staycationers, many of whom are fully vaccinated and would love a day out at Killarney Races, they can dine indoors and shop in their droves in town, yet they cannot watch a race here, surely it’s time for common sense to prevail."

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Thursday evening is an all-Flat card while National Hunt cards will feature on Friday evening and Saturday afternoon. Highlights each day include the prestigious Ruby Stakes on Thursday, a Grade B Handicap Hurdle on Friday and a Graded Chase Saturday. Sponsors include Boylesports, Adare Manor, The Irish Examiner and The Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund. Killarney Races will race again for the final fixture of 2021, on Saturday, October 2 and Sunday, October 3, and tickets for that meeting will be available online soon. Visit killarneyraces. ie and sign up to their newsletter to ensure you're the first to know when the tickets are live and keep up to date with all the news and updates from the racecourse or follow their social media channels today. Speaking of the likelihood of greater attendances and the easing of restrictions for that weekend, Ger Coughlan added that “Naturally that would be great". "However, for the team here who have worked very hard to ensure strict adherence to all guidelines to keep the horse racing industry going, it’s very much a case of closing the stable door after the horse has bolted. We are confident that the situation will be much improved for our October race-meeting.”

Cahernane House preparing for a spooky Hallowe’en As part of its residential Halloween package, the historic Cahernane House Hotel will host a night of storytelling this Halloween with Eddie Lenihan, one of the few traditional seanchaí still working in Ireland. Eddie will tell the residents ancient stories about the myths and legends of Irish folklore as well as some of the Irish fairy stories which he has collected from old people over the years. Irish fairy stories form a prominent part of his huge repertoire, but there are historical tales too, stories of notable figures such as the banshee, devil stories, accounts of saints, of monsters, ogres, giants and ghosts. Some of the stories are not for the faint hearted and were collected from his years of research and by walking the tracks and trails of forgotten Ireland where solitary hawthorn bushes mark the sacred meeting places of the fairies. “An interesting character, and an enthralling storyteller, Eddie has captured the imagination of audiences from Dublin to Dubai. The story telling evening is for residents only and is part of a twonight Halloween Break which includes other ‘not so scary’ activities for children,” said a hotel spokesperson. “Reminiscent of times gone by, the house never lost its Victorian charm despite the changeover of owner’s numerous times throughout its history. It too

SEANCHAI: Eddie Lenihan, one of the few traditional seanchaí still working in Ireland.

has great history and many people have reported seeing the ghost of Gwendolyn Herbert, the daughter of the original owner of the house as she makes her way eerily up the grand hand carved oak staircase.” The Halloween package at Cahernane is available for any two nights from October 23 to 25.

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Cycling club’s drive for better youth opportunities Killarney Cycling Club’s Stefan Caulfield-Dreier is in Holland this week contesting the U23 Track Cycling European Championships. | By Sean Moriarty He is the second member of Killarney Cycling Club to make the Irish team and follows in the wheels of John Blackwell who was on regular Irish Track Team duty between 2004-09 but plans being hatched by the local club could make this a more regular occurrence. Stefan, who lives in Beaufort, started cycling with the club in 2013/14 in the U12 category and enjoyed mixing his cycling with other sports for a number of years. Along the way he had many successes culminating in an U16 national time-trial title in 2019 and this year he won two silver medals at the Irish Junior Track Cycling Championships. “Stefan’s dedication to his sport is a beacon to all our young riders and shows that love of sport and hard work can pay off. On behalf of everyone in the club I congratulate Stefan, his parents Heiko and Louise who have closely supported him, and his club mentors,” said club chairman

Mark Murphy. The European Track Cycling Championship concludes in Appledoorn on Sunday – see next week’s Killarney Advertiser for a full breakdown on Stefan’s results across a series of different races and competitions. The Ireland National Junior Coach, Martin O’Loughlin, speaking from the squad’s training camp in Spain, said that Stefan will compete in both the team pursuit and individual pursuit, and hopefully the Omnium which is four bunch races in a single day. He also paid tribute to Stefan’s work-ethic. “He has made a huge commitment to track cycling this year, travelling twice a week from Kerry to Dublin for training, and it has paid off for him,” said O’Loughlin.

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Following Stefan’s inclusion in the Irish team for this week’s European Champi-

AWAY GAMES: Killarney Athletic U13s competed in the Belfast Youth Cup.

onships, the local club will launch a new scheme to ensure that young cycling talent in Killarney will continue to reach the top of the sport. “In the autumn we will launch a new initiative to promote the retention of young riders in the sport and to give a supported pathway of progression from U16 to Junior and onto to U23 level,” Mark said. “We are going to spare nothing in this regard and I would like to thank all our sponsors and supporters whose good will and financing make this type of outcome possible.” One of the club’s prime reasons for pushing on with a dedicated youth scheme is as a result of COVID-19 restrictions that prevented club members from competing in major events. “It is especially significant given the difficulties with COVID-19 as our excellent crop of Juniors – which we had nurtured up through underage years - have missed out on two years of top-level competition and opportunity, such as The Junior Tour of Ireland. They would possibly have been one of the strongest Junior teams in the club’s history,” he added.

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TEAM IRELAND: Killarney Cycling Club’s Stefan Caulfield-Dreier pictured at a training camp in Spain ahead of this weekend's U23 European Championships in the Netherlands. Photo: Cycling Ireland

TEAM TALK: Coaches Adrian Jasiński and James Doona give advice to their young team.

U13 soccer team do Killarney proud in Belfast | By Sean Moriarty A youth team from Killarney Athletic were the only Kerry-based squad to compete in the Belfast Youth Cup last week. The U13 arm of the club were one of a very small amount of clubs from outside of Northern Ireland to participate in the invitation only tournament. This Killarney Athletic team is worth watching – previously they won the U11 competition in the Dublin School Boys

Cup, the first team from outside Dublin to win it. Killarney Athletic team were invited to last year’s Belfast Youth Cup but the event was cancelled. Instead they took up the invitation this year and while results did not go their way, club chairperson Ger Nagle said "It was a massive experience for them and the made lifelong memories". The Belfast Youth Cup is usually open to British and European teams too but the organisers were unable to invite them due to the ongoing uncertainty

with international travel regulations. The tournament was held at the Ulster University Jordanstown between August 9 to 11. On the opening day of the competition they played four matches against some of Northern Ireland’s best schoolboy football teams including Dungannon, Rosario, Ballymena, Linfield, Ballinmallard and Warrenpoint Town FC. Unfortunately their number one goalkeeper Ewan McCrohan got injured in the opening match against Dungannon and they were on the backfoot for the

rest of the tournament. “Fionn Sheehan went between the posts for Ewan the rest of the first day but he too got injured in the last game so JJ O’Donoghue stepped up and made a few great saves, but Ewan was back in action for the second day,” said Ger. They eventually qualified for the fifth and sixth play of the final loosing 1-0 to Coleraine. “They did Killarney Athletic proud,” Ger added.

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Facilities boost for Killarney Centre Privacy booths in shared workspaces, additional audio-visual systems, and the installation of e-chargers are just some of the enhanced facilities for a Killarney centre thanks to recent grant funding of €67,122. Killarney Innovation Centre is one of 12 centres in Kerry who learned that their application through the Department of Rural and Community Development Connected Hubs Call was successful. More than 117 digital hubs across the country have benefited from the Connected Hubs call. “This grant allocation from the Department of Rural and Community Development has confirmed the Government’s commitment to rural hubs and is acknowledging the role and importance of centres such as ours and the positive impact we can have on the local and global business environment,” Centre Manager, Conor O’Leary, said. Killarney Innovation Centre will use the allocated funding to enhance the facilities of the centre for its clients adding such items as privacy booths in their shared workspaces, additional audio-visual systems to allow for distant connectivity and assist to progress their greening development with the installation of e-chargers and an enclosed bike bay area. The e environment has changed greatly over the last year and has highlighted the positives that hubs and business centres can offer business and contribute to their growth and success, he added. “The investment that has been allocated to the Killarney Innovation Centre and similar enterprise hubs in Kerry will

CHEQUE THIS OUT: Members of the Manor West Tralee Cycling Club donated €2,000 to Down Syndrome Kerry following a cycle around the Ring of Kerry last month.

Conor O’Leary, Manager of Killarney Innovation Centre.

allow companies and individuals a feasible option to stay local but work globally. Digital centres and hubs allow access to technology which enables and encourages growth and collaboration all in a local setting. Hubs and innovation centres can support the growth of urban and rural regeneration of towns, villages and communities,” said Conor. “In the past several companies and individuals who are based here have relocated to Killarney. They had a desire to relocate to Kerry and appreciated that the Killarney Innovation Centre could accommodate their business needs and would be the ideal location for them.” It is hoped that enhancement works in the Killarney Innovation Centre will commence in the next number of weeks.

Cyclists raise funds for Down Syndrome Kerry The sum of €2,000 was handed over to charity last Tuesday thanks to kind-hearted members of a cycling club. 25 members of Tralee Manor West Cycling Club took on the Ring of Kerry in aid of Down Syndrome Kerry (DSK) in July. They had a beautiful day for the trip and raised the funds which was presented to Yann O'Carroll and Sophie Mai Pierce of DSK last week. The cheque was present-

Local live music to make a return to Kerry Music lovers rejoice as local live music is set to return countywide next month.

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ed by Tom Kenny of Tralee Manor West Cycling Club. "We are so grateful to all these cyclists for taking on the Ring of Kerry on such a hot day and raising these vital funds for us," Catherine Doyle, DSK secretary, said. "It has been an extremely difficult year for charities and fundraising events such as these allow us to keep our branch going. Thank you from all at Down Syndrome Kerry."

Kerry County Council has this week announced that there will be a series of LOCAL + LIVE outdoor music shows taking place across the county in early September. ANSEO Kerry, supported by Kerry County Council and funded through the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sports and Media’s ‘Local Live Performance Scheme’, will showcase local musical talent, helping to get musicians back performing via a number of live events with afternoon and evening shows at a number of different locations across the county. ANSEO Kerry will be a family-friendly, alcohol-free, ticket only event for two hundred people at each event which will be allocated in socially distanced pods. The concerts will be free of charge and there is expected to be much demand for these socially distanced shows. ANSEO Kerry is being run in line with full Govern-

ment guidelines and protocols in place.

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ANSEO Kerry will feature a range of music and performances from Kerry’s great repertoire, so expect a variety of different genres of music with something for everyone in the line-up. Screened visual arts and local imagery relating to people and places will also be seen at some of the shows as a backdrop to performances. "This is such a positive initiative which has been carefully and safely designed to support those who locally work in the arts," Cllr. Jimmy Moloney, Mayor of Kerry, said. "This sector has been badly affected over the past 18 months. Not only will these live concerts be a boost to musicians, but will support staff whose livelihoods disappeared overnight, as well of course as being a great experience for those attending." Details on locations and line-up are to be released shortly on www.anseokerry. com.

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TAKING FLIGHT: 21 Norwegian-born White Tailed Eagle chicks were released into the wild at the four Munster sites - on the Shannon Estuary, Lough Derg, Waterford and in Killarney National Park (pictured). It is hoped they will bolster Ireland’s existing White-Tailed Eagle population. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

RELEASE: Overseeing the release in Killarney National Park, from left, Regional Manager National Parks and Wildlife Service, Dr Allan Mee, Advisor, White Tailed Eagle Project Phase 1, Danny O'Keeffe, National Parks and Wildlife Service district conservation officer, Philip Buckley, Project Site Manager, Shannon Esturary. Photo: Valerie O'Sullivan

Munster Eagles take flight!

21 eagles chicks released into the wild at four Munster sites A significant milestone has been reached with the re-introduction of White-Tailed (Sea) Eagles to Ireland last weekend, as 21 Norwegian-born Eagle chicks were released into the wild. Released at the four Munster sites - Killarney National Park, on the Shannon Estuary, Lough Derg, and Waterford, it is hoped they will bolster Ireland’s existing White-Tailed Eagle population. The chicks have been kept in purpose-built enclosures while they grew, matured, and developed the feathers and muscles necessary for flight. They were carefully monitored and tagged by

NPWS staff leading the collaborative reintroduction programme, which began in 2007. The satellite tags will allow the project to monitor their progress and their integration into the existing Irish breeding population. The chicks were collected under licence in June from nests throughout the Trondheim area of West-Central Norway by the Norwegian Institute for Nature Research (NINA). Their release is part of the second phase of the highly successful project to reintroduce this magnificent, iconic bird back to Irish skies. The First Phase ran from 2007-2011,

managed by the NPWS and the Golden Eagle Trust, when one hundred chicks were released into the wild. Since then, over 35 Irish-born chicks have fledged here, some of whom have begun to rear their own chicks. Indeed, this year one nesting pair on Lough Derg produced three chicks.

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This Second Phase, managed by NPWS Regional Manager Eamonn Meskell with the advice of Dr. Allan Mee, will secure the substantial gains of the first phase of the Programme and expand the range of

the existing population, which has so far nested in sites in Kerry, Cork, Tipperary, Galway, and Clare. The Second Phase was launched last year, when 10 Norwegian-born chicks were flown into Ireland and released into the wild on the Shannon Estuary and Lough Derg. Of these, an astonishing nine are still alive, and have travelled throughout the country, with one even travelling to Scotland. “I’d like to pay tribute to all involved and acknowledge their commitment to making this project a success, now and in the years to come," Minister for Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcolm Noonan TD, said. Returning this lost flagship species to Irish skies will be a huge step in restoring Irish natural heritage and improving Irish conservation efforts, and will benefit Irish biodiversity more broadly.

Huge disappointment as Quest Killarney 2021 cancelled

Student turned teacher at Killarney School of Music

The adventure community received the disappointing announcement this week that Quest Killarney will be cancelled for the second year running due to restrictions on outdoor gatherings.

A former student at Killarney School of Music will become the school’s new signing teacher after qualifying with a Masters’ Degree in Vocal Performance from the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama this summer.

The event attracts 4,000 adventure enthusiasts and supporters from all over Ireland to experience the amazing outdoor scenery of Killarney. The cancellation of this event is a huge economic blow to Killarney as the event has an estimated economic impact of €3 million through direct and indirect spending. The event is organised by local Killarney company Elite Events. Race Director Oliver Kirwan expressed disappointment. "We reluctantly took the decision to cancel Quest Killarney in light of continued restrictions surrounding outdoor events," he said. "We will be working hard to give everyone an even better experience in 2022, and I

Laura O’Keeffe, who is well known locally for her performances at St Mary’s Cathedral will take up her new role on September 9. The Lissivigeen native was a student at the school up to 2017. After that she earned an Honours degree from CIT Cork School of Music before moving to Wales. While studying at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama she performed with the BBC National Chorus of Wales and The Welsh National Opera Chorus. Her singing career has taken her all over Europe including Wales, Scotland, Italy and Portugal as well as many solo concerts, recitals, chamber music and opera scenes across Ireland but she is now ready to return to home. “I feel really blessed,” she told the Kil-

would like to thank those involved for their support and encouragement this far.” The pandemic has had a severe impact on the events industry, he added. “It has been 18 months since we have had an event and an opportunity to trade. We are hopeful that the Government’s ‘Living with COVID’ plan to be published at the end of August will consider the wider implications of the events industry when setting out guidelines.”

RETURN: Laura O'Keeffe is the new singing teacher at Killarney School of Music

larney Advertiser. “People in Killarney would know me from singing at the Cathedral or at local weddings. I fluked getting into Cardiff – there was only 12 of us and we were taught by the best singers in the world.” Laura is also available for local events like weddings and can be contacted on 085 2422159.

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Killarney School of Music is Now Enrolling for Term Commencing September 6th For additional safety and convenience, we have introduced the following measures: The Flexi-Class: With the flexi-class, private class students can choose to take their class either online or face-to-face from week to week. One-to-One Classes: Most of our classes are now one-to-one, and consequently extremely safe. Online Payments: for your convenience.

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StageWorks: Performance preparation class: learn all the practical skills of live performance Speech & Drama for Children with Ray O Sullivan AIBSD Stageworks Choir for Children (guidelines permitting) Sean Nós Dance with Triona Mangan (guidelines permitting) Irish Step & Céili Dance - with Maureen Hegarty (guidelines permitting

EXAM PREPARATION: LCM (Traditional & Classical Exams), SCT (Traditional Irish Music Exams) , RIAM (Classical Exams), RGT (Guitar Exams) INSTRUMENT RENTAL: We provide instrument rental on many instruments on a first come, first served basis.

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PHOTOS: GRIGORIY GENIYEVSKIY

LOVELY: Killarney is lovely, especially in the great weather. Colin Bittles, Jane Bittles, Ian Boyd and Margaret Boyd stopping by at the Curious Cat Café. LOVE: We love Killarney. Were always come here. Kate, Jason and Thomas Coady at the Crepe House.

IN TOWN: The whole town is great. Bridget Gore and Trisha Hickey at the Curious Cat Café on their day out.

TREES: I love the Killarney National park and all the trees. John O'Regan and Coco at the Wild café.

BUSTLING: Killarney House is fantastic. Killarney is always bustling and always busy. Martin and Helen O'Grady at Deenagh Lodge.

GORGEOUS: Ladies View is gorgeous. Many great nights spent at Reidy's as well. Tommy Murphy and Deirdre Murphy at the Wild café.

DAY OUT: Out for the day enjoying the sun. Kennedys Pet Farm is a great place. Donnacha with Eddie Fitzpatrick at the National Park.

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HEALTH & FITNESS Advice - By Angela Kerrisk Angela is available for advice and fitness consultations, at email info@activate.ie • www.activate.ie

Why is it so hard to lose weight?

HOW MANY TIMES DO YOU ASK YOURSELF WHY IT'S SO HARD TO LOSE WEIGHT?

Anyone with a weight loss goal working hard on establishing healthy habits and trying to decrease the frequency of making unhealthy choices knows that losing weight takes time! By now, you’ve likely heard our nutrition coaching staff say that progress is rarely a straight line and that your weight loss journey is going to take a long term approach to dial things in. This takes much dedication and patience on your part. Paying attention to nutrition and taking the time to learn healthy habits to keep the weight off and be healthy across your lifespan is challenging but rewarding work. Our nutrition coaches work with clients at various points in their journey. Everyone has their reasons for wanting to improve their nutrition. While losing weight is not a goal for everyone, losing weight and lowering body fat is the most common goal we hear. Many people acknowledge that they need an accountability partner to help lose weight because they encounter all too common roadblocks during their weight loss journey.

LET’S TAKE A LOOK AT THREE OF THE MOST COMMON ROADBLOCKS TO LOSE WEIGHT

Looking for quick fixes or following fad diets It is often really tempting to follow a diet that you have heard has worked for someone else, which has led to rapid weight loss. What you don’t know about this is that these quick fixes or fad diets are often super restrictive and are tough to sustain, leading to the regaining of weight. There is no one size fits all approach to weight loss. The benefit of meeting with a nutrition coach is that we work with you to develop an individualised plan that fits your lifestyle. We also teach you to layer healthy habits over time and communicate with you regularly regarding strategies to stay on track with your goals. Not paying attention to what is going into our beverages So many times we look at incorporating lots of healthy foods in our diet when we

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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

EU Digital COVID Certificate Question: I want to travel to the EU with my family this summer. How can I get my Digital COVID Certificate? ANSWER: Ireland has introduced the EU Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) for travel from within the EU and EEA (the EU, plus Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein and Switzerland). The DCC provides proof that you have been fully vaccinated with one of the EU approved vaccines or you have recovered from COVID-19 in the last six months or you have received a negative COVID-19 test result immediately before travel.

The Digital COVID Certificate comes as a QR code on your smartphone, by email or in paper format. If you plan to travel abroad, you should check the testing and quarantining requirements of the country you are travelling to. There are four different types of DCC. If you have been vaccinated in Ireland your DCC will be sent to you automatically.

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DCC based on vaccination

Fully vaccinated people who got their vaccination in Ireland

By email (if the HSE has your email address) or by post

DCC based on recovery

People who had a recent positive COVID-19 test

Request it by calling 1800 807 008 or by completing an online form

You can request the DCC 11 days after your positive test

are trying to lose weight, but we forget to pay attention to what we are drinking. Things like sugary coffee beverages, regular soda, and fruit juices are packed with sugar and extra calories that can stand in the way of our weight loss goals. Our nutrition coaching staff help educate you about these commonly overlooked roadblocks, teach you the importance of logging, and help you learn to read food and beverage labels. These tactics will help you make a more informed decision about these items and see how drinking these beverages affects your goal attainment. Going all in and making too many changes at once Weight loss is a marathon and not a sprint. There is a tendency to want to make too many changes all at once in order to meet our goals sooner. What we see is that this is way too overwhelming, and people aren’t investing the time it takes to make healthy habits part of their foundation. You may hear your nutrition coach say that a three-month minimum time commitment is required when entering a nutrition programme. This is not to be mean, but rather help you achieve your goals by genuinely taking the time to learn healthy habits and avoid the temptation to make too many changes all at once. If you are looking to get some help with overcoming your own roadblocks on your weight loss journey, the nutrition coaching staff are here to help you achieve these goals. Schedule a free consultation www.activate.ie/free-intro and get started on achieving your weight loss goals.

You must have had the positive test within the past 6 months DCC based on negative RT-PCR test

People who get a negative RT-PCR result at a private testing service

From the private testing facility

Test must be taken up to 72 hours before travel DCC based on negative antigen test

People who get a negative antigen test at a private testing service*

From the private testing facility.

• Antigen testing is not accepted for travel to Ireland. You should check ReOpen EU to check if it is accepted in the country you are travelling to. DCCs based on vaccination are being sent out by email or post. If you don’t get yours in the coming weeks, you can call the free Digital COVID Certificate

emergency helpline on 1800 807 008. You can phone +353 76888 5513 from outside Ireland. You can request the certificate based on recovery from the helpline or by completing an online form. If you submit a form online, you will get your certificate by email within five days.

During COVID-19, you can find comprehensive integrated information online at citizensinformation.ie/covid19/ and you can get daily updates on what’s changed on Twitter at @citizensinfo. You can also get information and advice from:

Tralee on Tel: 0761 07 7860 Mon – Fri (10am-4pm) The Citizens Information Phone Service: Call 0761 07 4000, Monday to Friday, 9am – 8pm Our national call back service: Visit citizensinformation.ie/callback to request a phone call from an information officer.

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watch who vows justice against the pharmaceutical company responsible for pulling a potentially life-saving drug from the market just before his wife (Adria Arjona) dies from cancer. But when his search for the truth leads to a deadly encounter that puts Ray and his daughter Rachel (Isabela Merced) in harm’s way, Ray’s mission turns into a quest for vengeance in order to protect the only family he has left.

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Author: Megan Collins From the author of ‘The Winter Sister’ and ‘Behind the Red Door’, this “masterpiece of gothic suspense and horror, filled with dark family secrets and stunning twists” follows a family obsessed with true crime as they gather to bury their patriarch - only to find another body already in his grave. At 26, Dahlia Lighthouse has a lot to learn when it comes to the real world. Raised in a secluded island mansion deep in the woods and kept isolated by her true crime-obsessed parents, she has spent the last several years living on her own, but unable to move beyond her past - especially the disappearance of her twin brother Andy when they were 16. With her father’s death, Dahlia returns to the house she has avoided for years. But as the rest of the Lighthouse family arrives for the memorial, a gruesome discovery is made buried in the reserved plot is another body - Andy’s. Each member of the family handles

the revelation in unusual ways. As Dahlia grapples with her own grief and horror, she realises that her eccentric family, and the mansion itself, may hold the answers to what happened to her twin.

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Jungle ‘Loving In Stereo’ With a billion streams, two Top 10 albums, 750,000 album sales and a Mercury Prize nomination, iconic production duo Jungle are returning bigger, bolder and more ambitious than ever before with their eagerly anticipated third album ‘Loving In Stereo’. ‘Loving In Stereo’ is a dynamic disco record for the post social distancing age, with a dancefloor-igniting celebration of all the things that make music irresistibly fun. This new era in the Jungle story is further fuelled by the duo simultaneously channelling a

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distinctive pop immediacy and significantly broadening the scope of their sound. “We learned to capture the energy of the moment as best as possible without overthinking it. We also realised that our previous albums had a laidback swagger and had never pushed the tempo beyond 120bpm, so this whole level of energy was missing, like we had had a glass ceiling over the project. Our main goal was to let go of perfection and embrace how energetic and real our music could be.”

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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 RTE One, Saturday, 6.35pm The dark lord Voldemort rises to ultimate power over the magical world, so the teenage wizard and his friends set out on a mission to find the magical horcruxes - artefacts containing parts of the evil wizard’s soul that hold the key to destroying him. The first half of the two-part conclusion to the fantasy saga, starring Daniel Radcliffe, Ralph Fiennes, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint.

Goldfinger (S) RTE Two, Sunday, 6pm James Bond is assigned to investigate a notorious German gold smuggler and discovers his quarry has ambitions much greater than first suspected. Pursuing the criminal mastermind around the world, Bond uncovers the villain’s audacious scheme to destroy the global economy with a daring attack on Fort Knox. Spy adventure, starring Sean Connery, Gert Frobe and Honor Blackman.

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SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL Leaving Cert results,

Beauty - By Jill O'Donoghue

Jill is available for advice and beauty consultations, at Killarney Toning & Beauty Studio. Call 064 6632933

CAO offers and options for the Class of 2021

The senior cycle journey through secondary school for the Class of 2021 has been unprecedented but like so many other people you have shown yourselves to be resilient and committed in the face of adversity.

Quench your skin's thirst Sothys Hydra 3Ha Facial is a hyaluronic acid intensive hydrating treatment. It goes beyond just hydration of the skin. It's a replenishing and hydrating solution to quench thirsty skin and combat dehydration. It includes exclusive patented ingredients from Sothys advanced research laboratories and has hyaluronic acid booster for hydration and anti-ageing. If its hydrated glowing skin you're looking for, then this is the facial for you. It's suitable for all ages, skin types, male and female. Sothys is all about results. The facial immerses you in intense hydration powered with triple action hyaluronic acid. It restores, reactivates and regenerates your skin for an immediate long lasting effect. You will enjoy a double serum and a triple layer mask in this luxurious facial. It's a three dimensional hydrating innovation and results are instant and lasting at any age. Facial begins with cleansing and toning of the upper neck, shoulders and face, followed by toner. The exfoliating paste, which is in single use sachet to keep active ingredients active, is then applied all over the décolleté, neck and face. It's rubbed in for few minutes, then sits on the skin allowing the enzymatic ingredi-

ents get to work. The steamer is applied over this to intensify the exfoliation process, open the pores and allow the enzymes to seep deep into the lower layer of the skin. While the exfoliator is on the skin we preform lymphatic drainage pressure point massage therapy, releasing the toxins from the face. This is great for bringing a glow to the skin. After the exfoliator is removed the extraction of these pesky blackheads can be done with ease. We then apply the hyaluronic serum, followed by massage. The specific Digi Esthetique massage movements are preformed for full head, neck, and shoulders, giving massive lymphatic drainage. Then the individually packeted triple layer mask is applied. It has been dubbed the snow mask with its intense cooling effect. Cranial pressure point scalp massage is preformed before the mask is removed to reveal the ultimate glowing skin. We apply the eye, neck, lip serums, and cream suited to your skin type. To book and appointment or for more information please call Jill on 064 6632966.

That part of your journey is almost over and once Leaving Cert results are issued on September 3 the next stage begins. Over the coming weeks I will be covering the detailed information that you need around results day, in relation to CAO offers and all the options available you at this stage. There is a lot of media-hype around the Leaving Cert results each year which can really increase stress levels for students while you await the results, make sense of how you have performed and see what you get offered. Much attention is focused around CAO points and this year students are concerned about a rise in points in lots of courses because on an increase in CAO applicants as well as the fact that students who have opted for a mixture of calculated grades and sitting the exam will be given the benefit of the best grade. All of that is out of your control and it is a waiting game to see how you get on. What is really important to remember is that there are several options open to you within and outside of CAO, many of which do not look at Leaving Cert points as a requirement for entry. These options will be covered in upcoming articles but for now the key dates which have been issued so far by the various departments and organisations are outlined here so just take note of them. Enjoy the last couple of weeks of the summer and remember that you have not just one pathway available to you but several options, including Colleges of Further Education which are still taking applications for Post Leaving Cert Courses, apprenticeships, traineeships and study abroad options. Key dates September 3 – Leaving Cert results issued

Niamh Dwyer is a Guidance Counsellor in Scoil Phobail Sliabh Luachra, Rathmore, and Chairperson of the Kerry Branch of Guidance Counsellors. She is also a Career Consultant. For details see www.mycareerplan.ie or follow MyCareerPlan on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.

September 8 – Available Place facility opens for CAO places which have not filled September 8 – Students who have applied to UCAS must notify colleges in the UK from which they have received a conditional offer of Leaving Cert results, showing that they meet the conditions. September 10 – Round 1 CAO offers available from 2pm online September 13 – Round 1 CAO acceptances close at 3pm September 20 – Round 2 CAO offers will be available online at 10am September 22 – Round 2 acceptances close at 3pm Further CAO Offers will continue up to October 12th (Round 5) Late September – Higher Education Intuitions (HEIs) and Colleges of Further Education will be up and running for first year students. Check with individual colleges for specific dates. Dates for applying for the Leaving Cert appeals are yet to be published, as are the expected date for the results of such appeals.

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A WEEKLY ROUND-UP OF NEWS • VIEWS FROM KERRY AND AROUND THE WORLD SUPPORT

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Cake charity looking for Kerry volunteers An organisation that provides birthday cakes to people living in direct provision or homeless centres is looking for local volunteers.

Incredible journey for wandering walrus On the latest stage of his incredible journey, Wally the wandering walrus who was first spotted off Valentia Island back in March, was seen lounging aboard a moored motorboat in a small cove near Clonakilty on the West Cork coast. Wally, a young male walrus, has travelled extensively on his journey south. After that first sighting in Kerry he’s spent time in south Wales, Cornwall, the Atlantic coast of France and as far south as Bilbao in northern Spain before working his way back via the Scilly Isles to Waterford and, most recently, West Cork. Adam Collins, a distillery spokesperson, told Sky News the company has "agreed to allow Wally to use the boat for as long as needs be and not move it until a more permanent solution can be found".

Normally, the boat is used to forage for rock samphire, a plant used in the manufacturing of gin. On his visit to Cork, the enormous sea creature, estimated to be roughly fouryears-old, is said to have sunk one small boat and damaged several others. Seal Rescue Ireland has launched an appeal for a pontoon or other floating platform for Wally to use as a "safe haulout site, so that he can be effectively monitored, protected from disturbance

and damage to property prevented". The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group said "although these images have a comic quality to them, there is a serious side to this, as this animal is a long way from home and we've no way of knowing whether it is stressed, and how it may react to stressful situations". The group has asked people to come no closer than one hundred metres to Wally, and for boat owners not to approach him in the water.

‘Consider It Cakes’ was established last year by Franciska Acs and her partner Daragh Kiely with the sole purpose of brightening up residents’ days with a simple but generous gesture when they have something to celebrate. Since the project was set up last summer, over 500 cakes and other baked goods for various occasions have been delivered to people living in direct provision with over 300 people currently volunteering to bake and deliver cakes to centres across the country. Volunteer Femhe Caffrey said as well as giving people a boost with a special delivery, organisers also hope it will let residents know there are people in the wider community who care for them, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. “The reactions are priceless and, since we started this initiative, it has brought so much joy into our lives because we feel like we can really make a change,” she said. To get involved with the Kerry branch, contact Caffrey on femhe.caffrey@gmail. com

28,000-year-old Lion cub found in Siberia An Ice Age cave lion - which was found perfectly preserved - is believed to be almost 28,000-yearsold, according to astonished scientists this week.

known as a panthera spelaea, and another less-intact cub named Boris estimated to be 43,448-years-old, at a dig site near the Senyalyakh River in eastern Siberia above the Arctic Circle.

Sparta, as this female cave lion is called, is estimated to be 27,962-years-old, and may be the most well-preserved specimen ever found. Likely to be one or twomonths-old at the time of death, she was so intact that she still has whiskers, reports Carly Cassella of ScienceAlert. Scientists found the cave lion, also

Larger than African lions, the species lived in colder climates across Eurasia until becoming extinct about 10,000-years-ago. “To my knowledge, this is the best-preserved frozen specimen from the last Ice Age ever found,” study author Love Dalén, an evolutionary geneticist Stock-

holm University’s Centre for Palaeogenetics, said. “Sparta is in near-perfect condition.” “Given their preservation they must have been buried very quickly,” Dalén tells Katie Hunt of CNN. “So maybe they died in a mudslide, or fell into a crack in the permafrost. Permafrost forms large cracks due to seasonal thawing and freezing.” Scientists are hoping to sequence the genome of both cubs to gain a better understanding of the extinct species.

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Asteroid Bennu is one of the most likely to hit Earth Bennu, a top-shaped rubble pile that orbits the sun in relative solitude, has been doing so for hundreds of millions of years.

CYCLE: John, Norah and Ava Keohane with the Emily Keohane Memorial Trophy for the Tom Crean Unsung Hero Cycle which takes place this September.

'Tom Crean Unsung Hero Cycle' launched This year's Tom Crean Unsung Hero Cycle will take place on Saturday, September 25. The cycle, in its fourth year, fondly remembers one of its young members, Emily Keohane, who passed away in 2017. The cycle is in conjunction with the Tour de Munster cycle which takes place every August. The cycle will leave from Ballyseedy Home & Garden Centre at 9.30am.

There will be three routes available to the cyclists - Tralee to Annascaul and back, Tralee to Dingle and back to Tralee via the Conor Pass, and the third route will include Slea Head. There will be refreshments along the way and food served on return to Ballyseedy. All funds raised will go directly to Down Syndrome Kerry. For updates follow them on Facebook 'Tom Crean Unsung Hero Cycle' or contact the Down Syndrome Kerry office at 066 7103804.

The asteroid, which is approximately a third of a mile across at its equator, is not a direct threat to Earth. However, there is a slight risk that Bennu will collide with Earth hundreds of years from now. In a new study published in the scientific journal Icarus, scientists used data from NASA’s OSIRIS-REx spacecraft to make a precise calculation of Bennu’s orbit and its future proximity to our home planet. The researchers then analysed the impact hazard between now and the year 2300. The study finds a 1-in-1,750 chance of a future collision over the next three centuries - a slightly higher probability than previously estimated. Nearly all of the riskiest encounters with Bennu will occur in the late 2100s and early 2200s, with the single likeli-

New Zealand locks down as one COVID case identified So strict are New Zealand that the country went it to national lockdown this week - after one COVID case was detected. Jacinda Ardern, the country's Prime Minister, made the decision as it was the first locally transmitted COVID-19 case in the country since February. Speaking at a press conference earlier this week, Ardern said that they were being cautious assuming it was the contagious Delta variant. It's believed that an unvaccinated 58-year-old man in Auckland, who had travelled to other parts of the country

and had a link to the border, tested positive for the virus. For three days - from 11.59pm Tuesday night their time - the country undertook a level four lockdown which meant that everyone had to stay at home and businesses, apart from essential services, had to close. "The best thing we can do to get out of this as quickly as we can is to go hard," Ms Ardern said at a news conference. "We have made the decision on the basis that it is better to start high and go down levels rather than to go low, not contain the virus and see it move quickly."

item by children, with almost half of parents (47 percent) stating that their youngsters have mislaid a plaything. This is closely followed by socks (36 percent), stationery (30 percent), and cuddly toys (23 percent). “By losing garments that could be

passed on and ultimately recycled, we are missing an opportunity to make clothing more sustainable," Dr. Sally Beken, Founder of the UK Circular Plastics Network and Head of Polymers at KTN, said. "Highlighting the scale of the problem is the first step to remedying it. After littering, incineration and landfill are the worst scenarios for textiles that are no longer useful. There are some novel solutions to the circularity of polymers and synthetic textiles that are starting to develop that will mean if we can capture garments, we can revalue them as starting materials for new plastic products.”

Children’s lost toys generated 500 tonnes of plastic waste! Research has revealed that children’s lost toys generate almost 500 tonnes of plastic waste per year in Ireland - the equivalent of over 30 million plastic bottles ending up in landfill. 90 percent of toys sold globally are made from plastic. With up to 5.5 million plastic toys lost permanently every year in Ireland, these present a significant

waste problem. Children permanently lose 13 possessions every year on average, equating to a staggering 13 million items lost per year in total in Ireland, many of which have a high plastic content. The study, which was conducted amongst Irish parents by leading name label manufacturer My Nametags found that toys are the most commonly lost

est impact coming on the afternoon of September 24, 2182. On that Tuesday, Bennu has about a 1-in-2,700 chance of hitting Earth. “Bennu is by far the best characterised asteroid in the solar system,” says University of Arizona planetary scientist Dante Lauretta, OSIRIS-REx’s principal investigator and the study’s senior author. “We know where it’s going to be over one hundred years into the future, within meters. No other object in the solar system has that level of fidelity to its orbital solution even Earth!”

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GARDEN MAGIC

Gardening - By Debby Looney

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Plant names can be confusing Common plant names really can be confusing… and one plant name which could not mean more different things to different people must surely be the ‘Lily’. If we take size, lillies can be the tiny ‘Lily of the Valley’ or convallaria, 15cm tall, to the stately ‘Himalayan lily’, or Cardiocrinum, 5m tall. Alphabetically, lillies can be the ‘Peruvian lily’, or Alstroemeria, or ‘St. Joseph’s lily’, aka, ‘Altar lily’ which is at the opposite end of the alphabet, being a Zantedeschia…. Confusing? Absolutely! When I think of lillies I automatically think of those found in bouquets, but even then, are they Stargazers - oriental lillies, Easter lilles - longiflorums, or tiger lillies - lancifolium? I am not writing this article in order to frustrate, rather to clarify and explain. Many people, when they ask a ‘straightforward’ question about lillies, are met with a perplexed look, and then the ‘smart’ question: ‘which type?’ So I will go through the broad groups in order to show that everyone has a different plant in mind when they say the word ‘Lily’! Most frequently people mean the Calla lily. These are the plants which have long, strappy leaves which appear directly out of the soil, and the ‘flower’ is truly a spathe around a spadix. A spathe is a coloured bract, a spadix is a spike of tiny flowers. A true calla is a bog plant with a white spathe, also known as bog arum. On the other hand, a true Arum lilly is also a plant with a spathe in either white or yellow, which gets spikes of bright red berries, and is known as ‘Lords and Ladies’. This plant prefers a well drained moist soil, at the side of run-

ning water is ideal. Arum lillies are often confused with ‘Altar lillies’ – which go by a host of other common names – the tall white lillies common in so many (older) gardens. These are easy to grow in moist soil in full sun. They are fairly hardy, but in case of a cold winter it is wise to cover them with a deep mulch in the autumn. Generally they are sold as small, almost unrecognisable plants in the garden centre, as they take a few years to mature to flowering. Their colourful counterparts, currently available in deep orange, bright pink, dark purple and cheerful yellow, are always for sale in flower, though they are smaller and less hardy. They benefit from being taken indoors in the winter or should be treated as an annual plant. These are often marketed as Calla lillies, but are actually Zantedeschia too. The large white variety is Zantedeschia aethiopica, leading to one of its common names, Ethiopian Lily, which then gets confused with the African Lily, which is in fact an Agapanthus africanus. These are the strappy leaved plants with the clusters of mainly blue flowers on tall stems, which are in flower at the moment. Agapanthus is a clump forming plant which prefers full sun and rich, moist soil. There are many varieties available, from ‘Blue Giant’ which grows to 1.2m tall and is very free flowering, to the tiny ‘Lilliput’ which grows to 30cm with purple flowers. I find the white, dark purple and mixed colours less hardy than the blue, so covering them with a mulch is advisable. I hope I have cleared up some confusion – however, next week we will delve a little further into the world of lillies!

WINNER: Theresa O'Riordan from Kilcummin pictured with Margaret Herlihy (Treasurer of the Boherbue NS Fundraising Committee), Carmel O'Mahony (Deputy Principal Boherbue NS), and Anne McCarthy (Chairperson of the Board Of Management Boherbue NS) at The Europe Hotel & Resort Killarney after she won a three night staycation in the July monthly draw in the Boherbue National School 'Win Your Dream Home' raffle. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Kilcummin woman wins luxury staycation A Kilcummin woman is looking forward to a staycation close to home after winning the prize in a recent draw. Theresa O'Riordan bagged herself a three night stay at the 5 Star Europe Hotel, including two evening meals, breakfast each morning and champagne on arrival in the Boherbue National School Win Your Dream Home raffle. The school are raffling a four bed semi-detached house in Killarney town worth €355,000 which will take place on December 31, with the number of tickets limited to 10,000. In addition to the main house prize there are also monthly cash prizes along with a monthly bonus prize.

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IRISH SPEAKERS: Lá álainn i gCill Airne say local tourists from Knocknagree. Daithi O'Conchuir, Padraig O'Connor, Marguerite Herlihy, Nollaig Ni Chonchuir, Laoise Ni Chonchuir and JohnJoe Herlihy at Ross Castle.

DIFFERENT: Muckross House is nice. Dining outside was difficult as there are a lot of people outside. It's a different experience. Helen Murphy, Maragaret O'Farrell, Anne Lucuta and Andrea Lucuta by Ross Castle.

SWIMMING: The lakes are great to go swimming with the dogs. Paula Pereira and Sheila Pontillo with Sydney and Monella enjoying the lovely day at Deenagh Lodge.

WALKING: I'm often here walking in the park. Killarney is beautiful with plenty of different walks. Con Griffin by the National Park.

CYCLE: We always cycle around the park. Ross castle and the playground would be our favourite places. Helen and Sasha Schep at Deenagh Lodge.

SUN: Jasmina Nikic, Bojan Markes and Bojana Martan enjoying the sun at their favourite place, the Curious Cat café.

LOVE KILLARNEY: We love Killarney. It's great. We always come down here. The scenery is nice and peaceful. The farms are great too. Marie Mulcahy and Orla Mangan at Ross Castle.

BEAUTIFUL: Having a ball. The National Park is gorgeous. The bike rides and scenery are beautiful. Ollie, Ciara, Shane and Mark McKevitt at Ross Castle.

ROSS CASTLE: The castle is lovely. Its a quaint town. The people are very friendly and good craic. Brendan Fay, Kyle Fay and James Corcoran.

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Breen and Nagle impress in Belgium Craig Breen and Paul Nagle did their future career prospects the world of good with their superb second place finish on last weekend’s Ypres Rally Belgium. The Irish crew are without a full-time drive for next season as they are currently on a car-share programme with Hyundai Motorsport. Last weekend’s Belgian rally was just their fourth event of the year, yet they impressed team bosses by challenging for the lead on Friday and the early part of Saturday. They actually led the rally after special stage four on Friday evening. However, team orders came into play on Saturday morning and they were told to avoid racing teammates Thierry Neuville and Martin Wydaeghe. The positions remained the same until the rally finished on Sunday afternoon at the famous Spa-Francorchamps Grand Prix race way in Wallonia region of Belgium. It was their second time in as many events

that Breen and his Aghadoe co-driver finished on the second step of the podium following their success in Estonia last month. “It is nice to have two podiums in the same year. I don’t think I have done it before,” said Breen at the post event press conference. “Podiums help regardless. They help in every sense. For sure, it helps our cause and it puts us in a stronger position. Apart from anything, on the contract side, it gives myself and Paul confidence going forward. We definitely feel much more confident.” As a result of Hyundai’s car sharing policy they will sit out next month’s Acropolis Rally Greece – Spaniard Dani Sordo will drive the car there – but the Irish team look certain to be selected for October’s Rally Finland. Traditionally, Rally Finland is the point in the season where contracts for the following year are finalised and another good run there should see them secure a full-time contract in 2021.

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20.08.2021 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & 1ST ANNIVERSARY O’SHEA

In loving memory of Daniel Joseph (DanJoe) O’Shea late of 62 St. Brendan’s Terrace, Killarney, Co. Kerry who died on 21st August 2020 As we lovingly remember DanJoe on his first anniversary, his wife Anne, sons Connie, Finbarr, Patrick, Darren & Colm, daughters Elaine & Karen, son in law David, daughters in law Mary, Annie and Karen, partner Jackie, grandchildren Danielle, Ian, Lucy, Darcie and Daniel wish to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who sympathised with us during this difficult time on the heart-breaking loss of our precious husband dad and grandad Our deep appreciation to the First Responders, Paramedics, Gardai for everything they did. A sincere thanks to Fr. Jim Linehan and Fr. Paddy O’Donoghue who celebrated the funeral mass and to the choir who performed the beautiful music at the funeral mass. Fr. Jim for everything you did for the family we will be forever grateful. Our heartfelt thanks to our wonderful neighbours, friends and colleagues who formed the guard of honour at the church and on the journey out of town Thank you to Michael and Mary O’Shea and family and Gerard Fitzgerald for their respectful guidance and professionalism. Nothing was too much trouble.Our thanks to Island Crematorium for the lovely service they provided. Many thanks to those who sent mass cards, letters of sympathy and online condolences. To everyone who brought food to the house your thoughtfulness and kindness was greatly appreciated. We hold so many people dear to our hearts for their support. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our heartfelt appreciation. “A light from our household has gone A voice we loved is still A place is vacant in our home That never can be filled” Danjoe’s 1st Anniversary mass is on Sunday 22nd August in St. Mary’s Cathedral at 10.30 am

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 off you creathed 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. Reamove al 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 ful health in mind and body so that I may serve you the rest of my life. I ask this through Chrish our Lord. Amen.

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Always loved and sadly missed by her Family.

He put his arms around you And lifted you to rest God’s garden must be beautfiul He only takes the best.

Anniversary Mass will be held on Sunday 22nd of August at 10am in Fossa Church.

11TH ANNIVERSARY REGAN

Dad “Always in my thoughts Dad” Your loving son Pa Dad “Your memory we treasure With thoughts that are dear We think of you always Not just once a year” Loved and remembered by your Daughter in law Annie and Grand-daughter Danielle Dad “We miss you Dad, from your fireside chair Your loving smile and oh so gentle air Your vacant place, no-one can fill We miss you Dad and always will” So deeply missed and forever in our hearts Dad Your loving daughter Elaine Son in law David and Grandson Daniel

In loving memory of Our dear son & brother Shane late of Dromkerry, Fossa Killarney who died on the 26th August 2010. R.I.P. Your memory is precious And never grows old Locked in our hearts In letters of gold. Your presence we miss Your memory we treasure Loving you always, Forgetting you never. Forever in our hearts and sadly missed, Love Mom, Dad, Gary and Mia xxxx Will those who think of him today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

8TH ANNIVERSARY KELLIHER

“I Love you Grandad”xxx Dad “Your life was a blessing Your memory a treasure… You are loved beyond words And missed beyond measure…” Never forgotten your Son Darren and Jackie Dad “In God’s care you rest above In our hearts you rest with love Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered everyday” Always in my thoughts your Daughter Karen Dad “A Special Dad is so very rare When we needed you Dad, you were always there Your pleasures were simple Your wants were few If your children were happy Than so were you” Always loved and remembered by your Son Colm, Daughter in law Karen and your granddaughters Lucy and Darcie xxx

With tearful eyes we watched you And saw you slip away Although we loved you dearly We knew you could not stay. It broke our hearts to lose you But you did not go alone For part of us went with you They day God called you home.

Dad “Close to my heart you will always stay Loved and remembered everday” Rest in peace Dad Love always your son Finbarr

God knew you were in pain And a cure was not to be So he closed your weary eyes And whispered ‘Come to me”.

Cherished memories of Jason (Christopher) Kelliher late of 175 Ballyspillane Estate, Killarney who died on the 17th of August 2013.

Loved and remembered by your loving wife Miriam, sons Duncan and Colin, Sandra and Sarah, Davidson family, Cobh and Evans family, Killorglin. “Always in our thoughts, Forever in our hearts.” 4rd Anniversary Mass will be held on Sunday 22nd of August in 11:15am Milltown Church.

NOVENA TO THE SACRED HEART You have said O Divine Jesus, ask and you shall receive, seek and you shall find, knock and the door shall be opened to you. Relying on these promises, I come with confidence during this novena to beg of you the favours that I need (make request). For whom shall I ask Lord Jesus, if not from you whose heart is an unfailing source of graces and merits. Most loving heart of my God. I believe in your power, I believe in your knowledge I believe in your personal love for me, and therefore O Sacred heart of Jesus I place all my trust in you. Our father, Hail Mary and Glory, say 3 times for 3 days must promise publication. BW

20TH ANNIVERSARY DINEEN

If we could have one life time wish And one dream that could come true We would pray to God with all our hearts Just to see and speak to you again. A thousand words won’t bring you back We know because we’ve tried And neither will a million tears We know because we’ve cried. You’ve left behind our broken hearts And precious memories too But we never wanted memories We only wanted you Jason. Always loved and remembered by your Mom Sheila, Dad Dave and sister Kira, nephew Jamie, and all the Kelliher Family.

In loving memory of Sheila Dineen late of Dromickbawn, Muckross who died on18th August 2001. Each of us in our own way Have special thoughts of you today Your name is often spoken We talk about you still You haven’t been forgotten And by us you never will. Sadly missed by your husband Dermot sons John and Patrick, daughters Mary and Sheila, son-in-law Ray and grandsons Jamie, Jack-Paddy, Luke & Max.

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IN MEMORIAM

1ST ANNIVERSARY & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

4TH ANNIVERSARY

On the First Anniversary of Kathleen’s death, she is lovingly remembered and sadly missed by her husband, Dermot, daughter Siobhàn, son-in-law Johnny, grandchildren, Daniel, Julie and Mark, brothers John Joe and Jeremiah Buckley, Sisters-inlaw, Nephews, Nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces and extended family would like to offer our deepest gratitude to relatives, neighbours and friends for their support and condolences at the time of our sad loss. Dermot and Siobhán would like to thank Kathleen’s excellent medical team, Dr. Fidelma Cronin and all the staff at the Park Medical Centre and Dr. Liston and his team at University Hospital Kerry. Thank you to all the staff and medical teams from Killarney Nursing Home and St. Columbanus Nursing Home. Thank you to all the wonderful care from Community Health Teams, Public Health Nurses, Physiotherapist, Home Helps, her Carers and to Liam and all the staff at Sheahan’s Pharmacy, Killarney. Thank you to those who sent us mass cards, condolences online and who wrote us beautiful letters about their wonderful memories of Kathleen. We would like to thank those especially who helped out at her daughters home, who brought food and to those who stood out to bid Kathleen farewell on her final journey. Thank you to O’Shea’s Funeral Directors for their professionalism, kindness and guidance in organising Kathleen’s funeral and burial. Fr. O’Brien for your kindness in preparing Kathleen’s funeral mass and the lovely personal service you gave, the Priests of the Parish, to Tadhg Fleming, Sacristan and to the musicians for the lovely music. To all her former work colleagues and friends from Kerry General Hospital who provided a guard of honour. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our most sincere appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of Mass will be offered for your intentions. Forever loved and never forgotten by your husband Dermot and daughter Siobhán. Kathleen’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Killarney on Sunday 22nd August at 12noon.

In loving memory of Denis McMahon late of Ballyhar, Killarney who died on 24th August 2018 RIP

In loving memory of my wonderful husband, Donal Tucker late of Woodlawn Park, Killarney who died on 22nd August 2018. Today is the anniversary of the day I lost you And for that time it felt as though my life had ended too.

They say that memories are golden Well maybe that is true But we never wanted memories We only wanted you.

Treasured thoughts of one so dear often brings a silent tear Thoughts of scenes long past Years roll on but memories last Those we love don’t go away they walk beside us every day Unseen , unheard , but always near still loved , still missed and very dear.

My lips cannot speak how I love you My heart cannot tell what to say But God only knows how much I miss you In our home that is lonely today.

Sadly missed by Margaret, Maureen, Gretta, Jerry and Family xxxx

And though I’m full of sadness that you’re no longer here Your influence still guides me and I still feel you near.

NOVENA TO ST. ANTHONY

What we shared will never die It lives within my heart Bringing strength and comfort While we are apart.

In loving memory of Tim Bartlett late of 21 Coolgrean Park, Killarney who passed away on 20th August 2017. A golden heart stopped beating Hard working hands at rest It broke our hearts to see you go God only takes the best.

Loved and missed by your wife Bridie, Family and Grandchildren. Anniversary mass will be on Tuesday 24th August at 6.15pm in St. Mary’s Cathedral.

7TH ANNIVERSARY COAKLEY

In loving memory of Hannah Coakley late of Knockmanagh, Killarney, Co. Kerry who died on the 22nd of August 2014. As each day dawns we think of you As each night falls we pray for you And throughtout our lives no matter where In our hearts you are always there. We miss your smile your joking ways We miss the things you used to say And when old times we do recall It’s then we miss you most of all. Sadly missed and always loved by your sons Dennis and John, daughter-in-law Marian, Nieces, Nephews, Neighbours and Friends. Anniversary Mass for Hannah, Denis and John Coakley, Knockmanagh on Wednesday 25th August at 9.30am in The Church of Resurrection.

IN MEMORIAM

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

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. CC

PRECIOUS MOTHER OF JESUS

Mother of Divine Grace, you can find a way, where there is no way. Please hear my prayer and grant me my request. (Say 6 times daily & your request will be granted).

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE 13TH & 49TH ANNIVERSARIES

CROWLEY

But loss has taught me many things And now I face each day with hope And happy memories to help me on my way.

Miss you and love you forever, your heartbroken wife Eileen xx Dad If I could write a story It would be the greatest ever told Of a kind and loving father Who had a heart of gold. I could write a million pages But still be unable to say Just how much I love and miss him Every single day. I will remember all he taught me I’m hurt but wont be sad Because he’ll send me down the answers And he’ll always be MY DAD. Always loved and remembered every day by your sons Denis and Gavin, daughter Olivia, daughters-in-law Amelia, Tracy and Rosie, and son-in-law Ger xx Grandad Grandad, we’ve all missed you being here Since you went away But the happiness you brought us Is remembered every day We’ll always love you Grandad You really were the best We know you’re watching over us Until we meet again. Missed and loved always by your seven grandchildren Lauren, Cian, Dylan, Darragh, Luke, Rory and Marc xx Anniversary Mass for Donal and Stephen on Saturday August 21st at 6:15 pm in St.Mary’s Cathedral.

O’DONOGHUE

A PRAYER TO OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL

NOVENA TO THE HOLY SPIRIT

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

3RD ANNIVERSARY TUCKER

DALY

In loving memory of Kathleen Daly late of York Terrace, Lewis Road, Killarney and formerly of Toorbona, Rathmore, Co. Kerry who died on August 23rd 2020.

3RD ANNIVERSARY MCMAHON

BARTLETT

Birthday remembrance of Margaret Crowley late of Knockancore Kilcummin whose birthday occurs on 24th August. In loving memory of Denis J. and Mary O’Donoghue late of Curreal, Glenflesk, Killarney who died on 24th August 2008 and the 17th September 1972. As each day dawns we think of you As each night falls we pray for you And throughout our lives no matter where In our hearts, you are both always there. Missed always by your loving Family.

Precious people are very few That is why there was only one of you Lord, treasure her in your garden of rest Because on earth she was one of the best. Always in our thoughts love your daughters Eileen, Mary, Katie, and grandchildren Padraig, David and Shannon, partners and Great grandchildren. xxx

O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me this my necessity. O Star of the Sea, help me and show me here in you are my Mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart, to succour me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O, show me herein you are my Mother, O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee. (3 times) Sweet Mother, I place this cause in your hands. (3 times) CC

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IN MEMORIAM

20.08.2021 11TH ANNIVERSARY & BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

2ND ANNIVERSARY

11TH ANNIVERSARY

MURPHY

O’CALLAGHAN

COFFEY

In loving memory of Dan Murphy late of Lisnagrave, Headford, Killarney who died on 24th August 2019.

In loving memory of Miceál O’Callaghan late of Inchicullane and Ross Road who died on the 19th August 2010.

Treasured memories of our beloved son and brother Brian Coffey late of Crohane, Fossa who died on the 25th August 2010.

They say ‘I’m sorry for your loss They say ‘Your heart will mend They say you’re in a better place and death is not the end.

No special day is needed For us to think of you You are always in our thoughts No matter what we do.

They say you’re reunited with loved ones gone before They say that you’ll be waiting when I walk through heaven’s door.

Never forgotten and forever loved your loving wife Una, Sons, Daughters, Sons-in-law, Daughters-in-law, Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren.

I feel their love in every word of comfort they impart And know that each is spoken from deep within the heart.

Anniversary Mass will be held on a later date.

But all the words of comfort Though kind, sincere and true Can’t take away the emptiness I’m feeling without you.

21ST ANNIVERSARY

BREEN

In loving memory of our brothers David and Kevin Breen late of 26 Hazelwood Drive Upper Park Road, Killarney who died tragically on 25th August 2010. 11 years has passed since ye left us Lonely is our home without ye But our heart’s are broken in two Life is a journey not a destination Picture in a frame is no good Father have yer presents in our home Ye always had a smile to share a laugh, a joke and time to care ye had a heart of gold that no one can hold. Happy 26th Birthday Kevin in Heaven. Always remembered and never forgotten by your heartbroken mother Sheila, brothers Denis, Mikey, Billy and sister, Sheila Mary Breen. Anniversary Mass Saturday 28th of August at 6.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral

10TH ANNIVERSARY COURTNEY

In loving memory of Shane Courtney late of Faha East, Killarney who died on 26th August 2011. We thought of you today But that is nothing new We thought of you yesterday And will tomorrow too Your memory is as dear today As in the hour you passed away. Sadly missed every day by your Uncle Hughie, Helen, Orla, Ian, Amy and Layla.

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. F

MC GILLICUDDY

In loving memory of Jerry McGillicuddy late of Anabla, Kilcummin who died on the 23rd of August 2010. You did so many things for me Your heart was kind and true When I needed someone I could always count on you. My heart is full of memories With pride I speak your name Though life goes on without you It will never be the same. Sadly missed by Breeda, Patsy and Family.

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

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

IN MEMORIAM

Sadly missed and always in our hearts Love Mom, Beth and Simon.

11TH ANNIVERSARY COFFEY

MULCAHY

Sadly missed and always loved, from your son Danny, daughter-in-law Patsy, grandchildren Emma, Geraldine and Daniel.

11TH ANNIVERSARY

May the winds of love blow softly And whisper for you to hear How much we love and miss you Brian As it dawns another year.

In loving memory of our dear grandson Brian Coffey who died on the 25th August 2010. In loving memory of my mother Mary Mulcahy late of 20 Marian Terrace, Killarney whose anniversary occurs at this time.

Treasured 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.

If roses grow in Heaven Lord please pick a bunch for me Place them in my Mother’s arms and tell her they’re from me.

Sadly missed by nana Betty and granda Raymond.

Tell her that I love her dearly and when she turns to smile place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for awhile.

NOVENA PRAYER TO ST. JUDE

Because remembering her Is easy I do it every day, but there’s an ache within my heart that will never go away. Lovingly remembered by Rita & Tim, Grandchildren Nicola, Gerard, Caroline & Anna xxx Great grandchildren Gavin, Leah, Reidín, Leonard & Lewis xxx

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

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 iff you creathed 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. Reamove al 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 ful health in mind and body so that I may serve you the rest of my life. I ask this through Chrish our Lord. Amen. MM

St. Jude, glorious Apostle, faithful servant and friend of Jesus! the name of the traitor has caused thee to be forgotten by many, but the Church honours and invokes thee universally as the patron of hopeless cases - of matters despaired of. Pray for me who is so miserable; make use, I implore thee, to bring visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolations and succour of heven in all my neessities, tribulations and sufferings, particularly (here make your request) and that I may bless your request God with thee and all the elect through eternity. I promise thee, O blessed Jude, to be ever mindful of this favour, and I will never cease to honour thee as m special and powerful patron and to all in my power to encourage devotion to thee Amen. St. Jude, pray fo rus and for all who invoke thy aid, St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! Pray for us, that we may appease the Divine Justice and obtain a favourable judgement, Pray for us that we may be admitted into the company of hte blessed to rejoice in the presence of God forever Amen. Blessed Apostle, with confidence we invoke thee! Blessed Apostle, with confidence we invoke thee! Blessed Apostle with confidence we invoke thee! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! St. Jude helper of the hopeless aid me in my distress! Pray for us that before death we may expiate all our sins by sincere repentance and the worthy reception of the Holy Sacrament.

PRECIOUS MOTHER OF JESUS

Mother of Divine Grace, you can find a way, where there is no way. Please hear my prayer and grant me my request. (Say 6 times daily & your request will be granted).

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GAME ON - All-Ireland semi-final gets green light after GAA give Tyrone extra week - Ulster champions had pulled out due to fallout from COVID outbreak - Kerry County Board outline “over-arching wish” for game to be played

It was on. Then it was moved. Then it was off. But finally, after a dramatic turn of events on Saturday last, the GAA have confirmed that Kerry’s All-Ireland semi-final against Tyrone will be played on Saturday, August 28, two weeks later than planned. Tyrone GAA plunged the Gaelic football world into a state of panic when they announced at 1.11pm that they would not be in a position to field a team for the match, which was supposed to be staged tomorrow (Saturday) after Croke Park pushed the initial date back by six days to allow the Ulster champions time to recover from a COVID outbreak. “Having received expert medical opinion on the existing, and future health and welfare of the players who contracted the COVID-19 virus during the period of this last two weeks, and following consultation with the team’s management, this decision has been made with the greatest reluctance, and with deep regret,” an official statement read. This bombshell appeared to leave Kerry with a free pass to the final, but, following consultation with the concerned parties, GAA chiefs stepped in to confirm that the match had now been pushed back one more week. “This revised schedule has been finalised with the integrity of the championship in mind and to ensure that Kerry were not denied a semi-final outing,” they said. It is believed that Kerry’s willingness to co-operate was the key factor in rescheduling the crunch fixture for a second time. In a statement released on Sunday, Kerry GAA chair Tim Murphy said that the Munster champions were on board with the decision. "Following on from yesterday’s announcement by Tyrone GAA, I have met with the Kerry senior football management team and with other connected parties to discuss the matter in detail

and to issue a considered response. "Kerry is a proud GAA county, rich in the tradition of Gaelic Games which is deeply engrained in all our clubs and communities. Every All-Ireland title that Kerry has won has been hardearned after a tough competitive campaign and we expect this year to be no different. We empathise with Tyrone who find themselves in this situation as a result of COVID-19 but would also point out the resultant knock-on challenges that our team, management and supporters are encountering. "We find ourselves in a very difficult situation not of our making. We have explicitly followed all COVID protocols and we have taken every precaution to protect our players and management. The confusion and uncertainty surrounding our semi-final meeting with Tyrone has undoubtedly hindered our planning and preparation and has also been a very challenging time for our loyal clubs and supporters, many of whom had made travel & accommodation arrangements for next weekend. "Notwithstanding this and having considered every possible aspect of the situation, our over-arching wish is to ensure that the All-Ireland semi-final against Tyrone is played at the earliest possible opportunity. On that basis, we have conveyed our position to national GAA earlier today and now await their deliberations and decision. "COVID-19 has impacted hugely on everyone over the past year and a half and in the spirit of sportsmanship and collegiality, we feel that this offer will afford the National CCCC the best opportunity to arrive at an agreeable and acceptable solution in very difficult circumstances for all concerned." On Wednesday the GAA confirmed that the semi-final will throw-in at 3.30pm, with the winners taking on Mayo in the All-Ireland final on Saturday, September 11 at 5pm.

WAITING GAME: Kerry manager Peter Keane ahead of the 2019 All-Ireland semi-final against Tyrone. This year's semi-final has now twice been deferred due to a COVID outbreak in the Tyrone camp. Pic: Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile.

20.08.2021

Flesk Valley girls take gold at Coastal Rowing Championships The Flesk Valley U18 girls crew came home in first place to take gold at the Coastal Rowing Championships, which took place at Inniscarra in Cork at the weekend. Coxed by Paul Burke, the crew of Elisha Leane (stroke), Eilis Mullane, Margaret Casey and Melissa Carroll put in a brilliant performance on Sunday to clinch gold for the Valley. It was a great day out for the club in general as the U16 and U19 girls and the U19 boys all claimed bronze medals in their respective competitions. In total, Flesk Valley took over 60 members to Inniscarra (the first event of its kind in two years due to COVID-19) with boys and girls crews competing at U14, U16, U18 and U19 level, as well as two adult crews in the mixed senior and pre-veteran men. Many of the club’s rowers were experiencing a regatta for the very first time. All involved agreed that it was fantastic to have a semblance of normality after such a long period without competitive rowing and the medals and positive performances by all the travelling rowers

was the icing on the cake for Flesk Valley RC. The club have expressed their gratitude to coaches Paul Burke, Chloe McCarthy, Neil Horgan, Roisín Rea and Donal Kelly for all their time preparing crews over the last few months, and also to all the other members who have given their time to help out with training. Flesk Valley would also like to thank all the club members and parents who helped out in any way over the last few days in Inniscarra, as well as John O'Sullivan for all his help in loading and unloading gear, towing the trailer, supplying the tent, catching boats, fixing steers. The club say the only thing John didn't do on the day was row! Finally, the club wish to thank Muckross RC for the use of their boat over the course of the weekend and to Callinafercy RC for lending them a third boat for two races on Sunday.

WINNERS: The Flesk Valley U18 girls who won gold at the Coastal Rowing Championships at Inniscarra. Pictured are Eilis Mullane, Margaret Casey, Paul Burke (cox), Elisha Leane and Melissa Carroll.

Still time to enter Killarney Advertiser fantasy league The Killarney Advertiser fantasy football league is up and running for the 2021/22 season and once again over 1,000 participants have signed up the our popular competition. If you haven’t joined yet, the good news is that the league remains open for entries. Simply visit fantasy.premierleague.com or download the FPL app, select ‘Create and join new leagues’, and enter the code ‘sjjox7’. If you already selected a team and earned points in Gameweek 1, those points will be valid in the Killarney Advertiser League. Remember, the top manager each month will win a €50 voucher from our sponsors, Brian James, with the overall winner taking home the top prize: a Brian James voucher worth €250.

GAMEWEEK 1

Managers enjoyed a high-scoring opening weekend of Premier League action – or at least they did if they had some of the big hitters in their teams. Manchester United duo Bruno Fernandes (the most widely selected vice-captain of the

in Liverpool’s 3-0 win over Norwich. The Egyptian finished up with 17 points, or 34 for those clever FPL managers who selected him as their captain. Chelsea defenders Marcos Alonso and Trevor Chalobah also caught the eye in their first game of the season. Both scored and kept a clean sheet to earn 15 and 14 points respectively in The Blues’ 3-0 win over Crystal Palace.

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TREBLE: Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes bagged a hat-trick in the first game of the season.

week) and Paul Pogba sparkled in their side’s emphatic victory over Leeds; Fernandes bagged a hat-trick for 20 points while Frenchman Pogba laid on four assists for his teammates to secure 16. Liverpool’s Mo Salah, the most popular captain in Gameweek 1, was also on song as he scored one and assisted two more

Fantasy football superfan Shane Lynch leads the way in the Killarney Advertiser League after Gameweek 1. The local postman racked up a whopping 125 points, thanks in no small part to West Ham pair Saïd Benrahma and Michail Antonio, both of whom found the target in The Hammers’ 4-2 win over Newcastle on Sunday. And they say the mailman doesn’t deliver on Sundays… Paul Brennan is currently in second place with 122, Shane O’Connor is a point back on 121, and Aonghus O’Leary and Will Courtney (117 each) complete the top five after the first round of fixtures.

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Looking ahead to Gameweek 2, there appears to be a real scramble to get Fernandes and Pogba in ahead of United’s trip to Southampton. The pair are among the top five most transferred in players of the week so far, along with new Chelsea signing Romelu Lukaku, Richarlison of Everton and West Ham’s Antonio. After his no-show against Manchester City last weekend, wantaway Spurs striker Harry Kane has already been shipped out by over a quarter of a million FPL players.

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Can Cork topple Limerick Ahead of Sunday’s hurling decider, Eamonn Fitzgerald speaks to some prominent figures on both sides of the Cork-Limerick divide and asks the big question: who will lift Liam? What a shocker! Dublin were odds-on for an unprecedented seven All-Ireland football titles in a row, cruising with a six-point lead at half-time, and then that miraculous comeback by Mayo to level it up. In extra-time there was only one team in it as Dublin faded and Mayo lorded the exchanges, earning a well-deserved win and a place in the All-Ireland final. The big one on Sunday next is the All-Ireland hurling final. Surprise packet Cork had to go to extra-time to knock out Kilkenny while Limerick have waltzed though all oppositions to reach the final. They know that they should be going for four in a row. They won in 2018, were caught by Tipperary in 2019, won convincingly in 2020 and are clear favourites to retain the title in 2021.

DENIS KENNEDY

Earlier this week I spoke to Denis Kennedy, the quintessential Doon GAA clubman and former intercounty Limerick hurler, who said, “I often neglected the farming because of the hurling, but I have no regrets.” "The hurling now is at a professional level although we are still an amateur

organisation. In my days with Limerick (corner back in 1968) we lost most matches and none of the three of us in the full back line ever met or even talked to each other before, during, or after the match.” He is steeped in the traditions of the Doon club, which is nearly as old as the GAA itself. He was an outstanding corner back, wearing the number two geansaí for Doon at the same time as Ken Kennedy was hooker for Ireland wearing number two and consequently is better known countrywide as the 'Hooker Kennedy'. He was hooking every forward who dared to take him on, while his namesake was hooking the crooked ball back through the scrum via Moss Keane. He is in full flow now. “There is a very different approach now by managers like John Kiely. He has the players superbly fit, well prepared in strength and conditioning and playing like winners all the way. Look at the first 15; they are all six feet or taller, some up to 6’4”. I have noticed how many of them have put on muscle, not weight, since the start of the year.” He must be confident? "Yes, I expect Limerick to win, unlike my

days when it was either Tipp or Cork. We were the bridesmaid of hurling. This team play a lovely brand of hurling and you talk about the manager. He is fantastic and has a great way with people and the players. He is well used to it in his day job as principal of Abbey CBS in Tipp town.” Denis continues to give life service to Doon and, like Charles Kickham in Knocknagow, he does it all ’for the sake of the parish’. He is thrilled to see Doon players on this winning Limerick team. He concluded, "from Doon, Darragh O’Donovan will certainly start at midfield. Richie English will be the first choice back to come on and if they need a speed merchant in attack Pat Ryan is the ideal man. That’s three great Doon men, a fair contribution for a small rural club that has never once won the Limerick SHC. Yes, Limerick will win. “And one other thing, say hello to Noel Ryan, a great Doon man down with ye in Killarney. He’s a retired vet. Do you know that he won a minor Limerick hurling championship with Doon and the whole full back line were Ryans: the three Ryan brothers. Noel, the vet, was the captain. He is too humble to men-

tion that in Kerry where they are used to winning All-Irelands in football. Don’t forget to tell Noel that!”

JOHN MCCULLAGH

John McCullagh, the well-known Killarney retired GP, is a huge supporter of hurling in his native Cork and when I spoke to him this week he conceded that Limerick would be red hot favourites. "Of course, they are favourites and everyone expects them to win. However, I was greatly encouraged by Cork’s comeback to defeat Kilkenny. They are extremely fit and there is great credit due to Kingston, the Cork manager. He has brought them on a lot. As well as that they have great stick work and can hurl with the best. “They are going in as underdogs, but given a dry day, a dry sod, suiting the skilful hurlers, I won’t be surprised if Cork cause an upset.”

TED OWENS

Ted Owens has been close to the Cork hurling and football managers and teams for many years. He trained the football team managed by Billy Morgan and accomplished ultimate glory when he trained the hurlers to win the MacCa-

ATTACK: Jack O'Connor of Cork makes a run for goal during the Munster semi-final against Limerick earlier this year. Pic: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile

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k in the All-Ireland final? rthy Cup in 1999, at the invitation of the then Cork manager, the peerless JBM (Jimmy Barry Murphy). Central figures on that Cork team were Donal Óg Cusack (RTÉ pundit), The Rock (Diarmuid O’Sullivan), Brian Corcoran, and Seán Óg Ó hAilpín. I spoke to Ted earlier this week and reminded him that Cork were once the kingpins of All-Ireland hurling, up there with Tipperary and Kilkenny. However, since his glory day in 1999, Cork have only won twice, in 2004 and in 2005. “Yes,” he replied, “it is a long time for Cork to be without the MacCarthy Cup and Limerick are hot favourites, but anything can happen on the day of an All-Ireland final. 1999 is a case in point. "Everything has to go right for Cork on the day. This is a very young team and Kieran Kingston was expecting them to mature into real contenders next year. He felt that they were in a stage of development improving all the time. Then they came from behind and beat Kilkenny. Nevertheless, they are in the final and will give it everything.” And what about Patrick Horgan, Ted’s Glen Rovers clubmate? “He has been crucial to Cork’s success.

He is an ace free-taker, even though some people will only remember the long free he missed to put Cork four points clear and bury Kilkenny. He is the highest scorer in the championship with over 10 points per game and what many spectators miss is his contribution in general play. “Full back Robert Downey is another Glen Rovers player. He’s a young man and a great performer. He had been tried by Cork at right half back, but we knew in The Glen that he was best as a central defender. He had a powerful game against Kilkenny and we look on him as the natural successor to Martin O’Doherty. It is strange the way things happen. Damien Cahillane had his appendix out and Cork were stuck for a full back. They moved in Robert to number three and he has delivered magnificently.” Does Ted think Cork have a realistic chance against hot favourites Limerick? “Don’t write them off. Remember, Mayo looked out of it, trailing by six points at half-time against Dublin in the football, yet they rallied to win in style. I give Cork a good chance, so long as they don’t try and play Limerick on their

terms. Every Cork team has a chance in an All-Ireland, even if the bookies have decided that Cork are rank outsiders.”

NO CHARGE OF NEPOTISM

Kieran Kingston (Douglas) has done a great job with Cork and took a big gamble against Kilkenny in not starting Shane, his son, winner of two Munster titles and two Fitzgibbon Cups. The optics could be misinterpreted. When Shane came on he scored seven points which won Cork the match. He will surely start him on Sunday. While I believe that anything can happen on the big day, Limerick seem to have all the aces. Big strong fit men, they move the ball quickly with proven stars in players such as Gearóid Hegarty, Aaron Gillane, Nicky Quaid, Barry Nash and Declan Hannon on board. I expect Limerick to win but Cork to lay down a marker for 2022.

THE MAYO CURSE

A penny for the thoughts of Paddy Prendergast in Tralee on Saturday evening last! He is the only survivor of the 1951 Mayo team, the last time they won the Sam Maguire and the “curse” that has followed Mayo teams since then.

It’s wonderful to see Mayo back in the final and in particular after the way they achieved it. It was a tough decision to take off Aidan O’Shea, Mayo’s most experienced player who has given great service over a long career. But it was the correct decision. The ploy of trying to find him with high balls into the parallelogram was slowing up the game. Once he went off, I felt that the younger Mayo players really came good and expressed themselves freely. Dublin, as ever, playing on the edge didn’t intimidate them. I was very disappointed with the referee. I am all for letting the play flow but when outright dirty tackles are left go unpunished the game as a spectacle suffers. There were blatant red card offences ignored by the referee including that dreadful tackle on Eoghan McLaughlin - breaking his jaw in two places. No action was taken by the referee. Unforgivable. I hope he is not appointed for the final. Both of the Small brothers should have been red-carded. The whole country was hoping for Dublin to lose, but they were worthy champions for six

TED OWENS – Former Cork trainer

I give Cork a good chance, so long as they don’t try and play Limerick on their terms. Every Cork team has a chance in an All-Ireland, even if the bookies have decided that Cork are rank outsiders.

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OPINION WEEKLY SPORT

Our sports editor ADAM MOYNIHAN shares his thoughts on the week's burning issues

For Kerry supporters, the Dubs’ demise is bittersweet IN TATTERS: Philly McMahon and his Dublin teammates were finally defeated on Saturday. What will be their legacy? Pic: Ramsey Cardy/ Sportsfile.

Dublin have been defeated. After six seasons of total and utter domination, the reign of terror is over. So why aren’t all Kerry men, women and children jumping for joy? I was at a friend’s wedding at the Great Southern on Saturday and I, along with many of my fellow guests, rushed from my table when I heard that Mayo were only down a couple of points heading into stoppage time. The match was being shown on a TV in an outer room and when Davy Byrne carried the ball out over his own endline to gift Mayo a chance at an equalising 45, roars went up from the Kerry contingent in attendance. Hennelly’s leveller was again greeted warmly, and as two dramatic periods of extra-time unfolded, we were all glued to the screen. Mayo held out for a famous win and we were all happy witness the scenes of celebration at the final whistle. You would want a heart of steel to begrudge Mayo their moment of ecstasy. But as the magic dust began to settle, reality kicked in. It should have been us. It should have been Kerry who ended Dublin’s run. As nice as it was to see Mayo beat Dublin, it would have been twice as nice to do it ourselves. It would be surprising if this one result precipitated a complete Dublin downfall; they have too many top players to simply stop being contenders. But if we look back in 10 years and realise that Saturday’s loss, their first in the championship since 2014, did, in fact, signal the end of that era, it will hurt that it wasn’t Kerry who inflicted the damage. That being said, Mayo suffered the most under Dublin’s rule. Perhaps it was only right that they should be the ones to stick the knife in. What, now, of Dublin’s legacy? Maybe it’s too soon to judge. As I said, per-

haps they still have more to achieve. It would take a brave or foolish person to say that a team with fantastic footballers like Brian Fenton (28), Ciarán Kilkenny (28) and Con O’Callaghan (25) don’t have another All-Ireland in them. The six-in-a-row team is its own entity, however, so how will they be remembered? The one word that springs to mind for me is ‘ruthless’. Never before has a team been so in charge of an era, so controlling, so heartless. There was talk in recent weeks that maybe they were getting bored of winning. By god, it took them long enough. Year after year they stood on the necks of their opponents, scarcely breaking a sweat. Or a grimace. Or a smile, for that matter. There was never room for emotion. They had a job to do and they did it. End of discussion. Another important feature of this outfit is that it was always a case of ‘team first’. Unlike great champions from bygone days, there was very little room for individuality. Prepare. Execute. Repeat. Robotic consistency. They are the only team to win six All-Irelands in a row. Does that prove that they are the best team of all time? You can certainly make that argument, although plenty in this part of the world will eat the head off you for saying it. Kerry under Mick O’Dwyer won one, then four, then another three. Is that more impressive? In fairness, even the biggest Kerry diehards have to take their hats off to the Dubs and Jim Gavin and Dessie Farrell. What they achieved over the past six years will never again be matched, let alone bettered. Well, we certainly hope not anyway.

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THE WEEK IN PICTURES

DEERPARK: Erin Moloney (centre) accepting his awards for winning both the Chairman's and Captain's Prizes from Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club Chairman Damien Fleming and Club Captain John McGrath.

BLUE: Szymon Jasinski of Killarney Athletic U13s (right) in action at the Belfast Youth Cup.

SOCCER: The Killarney Celtic players who lined out for the Kerry U13 team against Limerick County.

COASTAL ROWING: The Flesk Valley U14 girls team who took part in the the Coastal Rowing Championships in Iniscarra.

GAA: Glenflesk B captain Donal O'Sullivan accepts the County League Division 6A shield from Tom Keane.

CELEBRATIONS: The Killarney Athletic U13 team celebrate winning a penalty shootout at the Belfast Youth Cup.

PITCH & PUTT: Deerpark Pitch & Putt Club U16 Captain Robbie Harnett presenting the winning prize from his Captain's Prize event to Brian McCarthy. Also pictured are Noah Sexton (Guest Prize), TJ O'Sullivan (Gross), Brian O'Leary (Runner-Up) and Mark O'Carroll (Third).

FLESK: The Flesk Valley U16 team who won bronze at the Coastal Rowing Championships. Pictured are Paul Burke (cox), Cliodhna Sweeney, Eilis Mullane, Lucy Brosnan and Danielle O'Shea.

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SPORT NOTES

Killarney Celtic Club Membership for the coming 2021/22 season is now open, Membership is now payable through Clubforce. The registration link can be found on our Facebook page. KILLARNEY CELTIC GOLF CLASSIC will take place in Beaufort Golf Club on Saturday September 4 with Tee Times from 7am to 4pm. A Team of 4 costs €200 and tee box sponsorship €50. To book a tee time or a tee box contact Tim Jones 087 977 1302 or Tomas Kelliher 087 258 9194.

Ballyhar-Firies Gaa COISTE NA NOG: Football Training continues on the pitch in Farranfore with Boys U5, U7 & U9 and Girls U6, U8 & U10 on Saturday from 10.30 to 11.30. Hurling Academy for boys and girls continues on Sunday for U5, U7 & U9 from 11am to 12pm. INAUGURAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF CLASSIC: On August 28, Firies GAA will hold a golf classic in Beaufort Golf Club. Contact Derek on 0851007703 to book your team. LOTTO: Numbers drawn were: 10, 11, 14, 25 No jackpot winner, Next week’s jackpot €5800 Congratulations to Sean Barry, Henry Walsh and Cillian Cronin who were selected as part of the Kerry County U14 Hurling squad who played against Clare at the weekend. Congratulations to Gavin O’Sullivan, Simon O’Leary and Oileán Walsh who were selected as for the Kerry County U15 Hurling squad who played in Clare last weekend. FIXTURES: U11 County Hurling League Saturday Home Vs Causeway at 17.00

U7 & U9 Hurling Sunday home Vs Kilgarvan at 11am RESULTS: U12 Girls Div 2 Firies 3-10 Fossa 5-08

Spa GAA County Minor League DIV9 Final: Spa v Templenoe/Tuosist/Sneem/Derrynane Monday August 23. Minor County Championship Draw: East Kerry are in Group 3 with Kenmare District, Glenflesk & St Brendan’s Board. Group Stage Rd 1 will begin on September 18/19 with the competition concluding with the Final on October 22/23. LOTTO: No winner and next Monday’s Jackpotis €5,000. Tickets on spagaa. com or from usual sellers. KERRY LADIES: Well done to Niamh Kearney, Cassandra Buckley and the Kerry Ladies team and management who defeated Tipperary to secure their Senior Ladies Championship status for 2022.

Deerpark Pitch and Putt CHAIRMANS PRIZE: A great night last Friday as the club welcomed Damien Fleming for the first time since his win at the National Matchplay Final in Ryston on the August Bank Holiday Monday. Erin Moloney completed a double in winning the Captains and Chairman’s Prizes in the space of three weeks. RESULTS MENS: Overall Nett: Erin Moloney 84, Overall Gross: Sean Kelly 95, Second Nett: Brian Moloney 86, +3-5 Nett: Kieran Fitzpatrick 95, 6-15 Nett: Aidan O'Keeffe 90, 18 Gross: John McGrath 48 (B9), 18 Nett: Mark O'Shea 44, Guest: Adrian O'Donoghue 46 Ladies- Winner: Margaret B Looney

42pts, Runner-Up: Mary Murphy 39pts. Hole-In-One: Sean Ashe (14th Hole). U16 CAPTAINS PRIZE: Robbie Harnett hosted his prize last Tuesday week, August 10, and we thank both him and his parents Brendan and Kathleen for the fine spread of food they put on for the players afterwards. RESULTS: Winner: Brian McCarthy 46, Gross: TJ O'Sullivan 58, Runner-Up: Brian O'Leary 50, Third: Mark O'Carroll 56, Guest Prize: Noah Sexton 57. SUNDAY SINGLES: First Nett: Aidan O'Keeffe 45, Gross: Noel Moynihan 55 and Second Nett: John Murphy 49. NATIONAL U16 STROKEPLAY: Our best wishes to all from the club who are heading to Lakeside in Templemore, Co Tipperary tomorrow (Saturday) afternoon for this year’s event. CLUB MATCHPLAY (ADULT): In association with Murphys Bar Killarney it will take place this Sunday morning with the draw for all rounds at 9am sharp. Please have your name entered with Sean or Noel in advance.

Legion GAA FIXTURES: Friday August 20 at 7pm U12 girls Co League Legion ‘white’ v Southern Gaels Venue: Legion U-13 BOYS COUNTY LEAGUE Our U13 Green Team hosted Austin Stacks in a D2 County League encounter. It was the second meeting of these sides this year and once again the game was very tight with both teams having to work hard to create scoring chances. Legion playing with the strong breeze got a great early goal and netted a second time before the half time break to lead 2-4 to 0-3. With the wind at their backs the Rockies worked their way back into the game to trail by 2 points

with a few minutes left. They created what looked like a certain goal but James Murphy was brave and spread himself to stop the net bulging. Legion got two great scores to finish the game. U-15B Boys The legion under 15 B team had a well-deserved draw against Listry/Keel B’s away from home on Friday night on a score line of 5-11 to 5- 11. MINOR LADIES: On Friday night the Legion Minor Ladies played MKL Gaels in their final match of the Div 3 Co.League. The torrential rain resulted in difficult playing conditions in Direen. MKL Gaels started the game strong and at one point held a 15 point lead against the Legion Ladies. However, the Legion Ladies never gave up and with great teamwork and determination, Legion started to put scores on the board. This was a great team performance and by far the best performance the girls had in the league. The whistle blew at a score line of 7-05 to 7-08 to MKL Gaels. CONGRATULATIONS to our very own Keri-Ann Hanrihan who has been selected as Kerry Minor Captain. A huge achievement for a terrific player and great representation for Killarney Legion. Congratulations to Senior player Jonathan Lyne and Adrienne Brosnan who got engaged in the past week.

Killarney Valley Athletic Club The final weekend of the National Juvenile Championships in Tullamore was last weekend. Both Sam Griffin and Dara Looney competed in the U18 Long Jump. Sam claimed a bronze medal with a jump of 6.16 meters while Dara was 4th with a PB jump of 6.11 meters. Congrats to these guys from all at the club. We will be taking a break from all training for the month of August to give our hard working and committed coaches a rest.

Killarney Golf and Fishing Club

FLESK: The Flesk Valley U19 boys team who won bronze at the Coastal Rowing Championships. Pictured are Donal Kelly (cox), Eoghan Kelly, Michael O'Leary, Declan Murphy and John Kelleher.

RESULTS: Marguerita Mulcahy's President's Prize to the Men, held on the Killeen course on August 13,14 and 15 with 320 competitors taking part. 1st Jack Buckley 9 up (29), 2nd Mike Hayes 8 up (13), 3rd Christian Casey 5 up (13) 4th Martin Byrnes 4 up (10), 5th Maurice Lyons 4 up (10), 6th John Moynihan 4 up (21), 7th Simon Clifford 4 up (15), 8th John Kelliher 4 up (21), Best Gross Stephen O'Neill 68 (+3) MILLTOWN-CASTLEMAINE GAA LOTTO: Milltown-Castlemaine GAA Club Lotto Draw, Jackpot €12,600 -no Jackpot or match 3 winner. Fixtures: Sunday: 18.00: U13 Green V Ballymac (A) County League - Phase 2, 18.00*: U13 White V Na Gaeil (A) County League Phase 2. FIELD DEVELOPMENT PRO-

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CHAMPIONS: The Glenflesk B team who defeated Rathmore B in the final of Division 6A of the County League.

JECT: A huge thank you once again to the numerous volunteers who helped with the installation of the terraced steps at pitch side with the second step taking shape this week. We are sincerely grateful to the hard work and time everyone put in when working on this part of our project and will be thrilled to see our supporters avail of it in the years ahead. SENIOR B: Our Junior side had a great run in this years Mid Kerry League all leading to the final against Laune Rangers on last Tuesday evening, unfortunately it was not to be in the night with our Juniors missing out by the narrowest of margins. With the lead changing hands several times, the final score read 2-11 to 2-12. SENIOR C: Well done to our Junior C side who although they lost out played some great football on Thursday evening in the Mid Kerry Junior C League. The hosted a strong Firies side and next Thursday looking forward to a trio to Gallarus to face An Gaeltacht. MINOR: Our minors were unlucky to miss out in a Play Off in the County League Div 2 against Kenmare in their first County League defeat this year. Our minors had remained unbeaten drawing only with the same opponents in the group stage. On the night although they battled hard missed out with the final score 2-18 to 2-10. Results from President Marguerita Mulcahy prize to the ladies, stroke MP 1st and winner of President Cup & Loughitane Cup Mary MacMonagle (40) 67 2nd Bridie Doyle (34) 68, BG Mairead Martin (+2 ) 70, 3rd Kay O’Connor (14) 69, 4th Eileen Whelan (29) 69, 5th Eileen Galbraith (30) 70, 6th Margaret Sheehan (30) 70, 7th Alicia Burke (4) 70, 8th Helen Howard (21) 71, 9th Sinead Lynch (21) 71,

Guest Ogie O’Sullivan. Past President Mary Geaney (15) 73, , Seniors Prize Nuala Meade (24) 73 Putting Prize Marie Geaney 26 putts, Overseas Ann Katrin Meyer Schwickerath (35) 76

Beaufort Golf Club (Men’s Branch) August 13- Open Friday - Sponsored by Clifford’s Ground Care Ltd Winner:Austin Jennings (28)37 pts FIXTURES: August 21/22 18 Hole Stableford (White Tees) Sponsored by Tom Tobin Trophies August 20:Open Friday 18 Hole Stableford (Ladies & Gents Singles) - Sponsored by Clifford’s Ground Care Ltd - Entry Fee €30 visitors and €10 Members. Results - Beaufort Golf Club (Ladies Branch)

Beaufort Golf Club (Women’s Branch) August 15:Lady Captains Prize - Sponsored by Lady Captain Laura Furlong/ Ladies Branch 1st Ciara Lowe (19) 71 Nett, 2nd Mary O'Sullivan (22) 71 Nett, 3rd Noeleen Mackassey (27) 72 Nett, Best Gross Claire Keating (6) 89, 4t Marie Ní Lonsigh (16) 73 Nett 5th Susan Darby (29) 74 Nett PAST CAPTAIN PRIZE: Joan O'Sullivan (26) 73 Nett, Handicap 36-54:Maura Kennedy (44) 78 Nett, Front 9:Hannah Moynihan (27) 34.5 Nett Nearest The Pin: Mary Garvey, Longest Drive:Grainne McShortall Guest Prize: Padraig A O'Sullivan (21) 37 pts

Killarney RFC News Minis back Saturday week: Our Minis return to training on Saturday week, August 28 at Aghadoe. Note the

new training times - U8 and U10 10am11:30am, U12 10:15am - 11:45am. Simply pop along with a water bottle and gumshield. Mini training is open to boys and girls up to the age of 12. For details contact Liam Murphy on 087-4145662. YOUTHS RUGBY: Youths rugby for boys and girls returns for the new season also. Below are the training details and contacts for all Youths teams. Boys Training: U14 returns Wednesday 25, at 7 contact Ger 087-9928740 U16 training Thursdays at 7pm Contact Stephen 086-3484337 U18 training Fridays at 7pm contact John 086-8525116 Girls Training: U14 return Thursday 26t at 7pm Contact Fiona 087-2304689 U16 return Wednesday 25 at 7pm contact Anne 086-3125722 U18 return Wednesday 25 at 7pm contact Anne 086-3125722 Give it a Try: Our girls-only Give it a try programme continues at Aghadoe. Aimed at getting girls playing rugby for the first time, this is a great introduction to rugby for girls aged between 8 and 14 years of age. Contact Fiona on 087-2304689 for more.

Dr Crokes CONGRATULATIONS to Adam Byrne, Fionn Dineen and Kieran Moloney who played with Kerry U14 hurlers at the weekend, also to Kieran Clancy who was on Kerry U 15 hurlers. U15 East Kerry Dr Crokes U15 A team played a very entertaining East Kerry league game on Sunday last v Currow. Although beaten by 6 points in the end against a well drilled Currow team the Crokes boys played some of their best football all year in this very sporting contest well refereed by John Purcell.

The team can now look forward to a league final against Beaufort next Wednesday evening venue Fitzgerald Stadium or Dr Crokes Pitch. Scorers Liam Hennigan 2-02 Adam Byrne 1-02 Muiris O Donoghue 1-0 Cathal Sugrue 1-0 Brian Titus 0-1. Team Kasper Roebak Sean Kiely Kieran Moloney Kieran Clancy Brian Titus Dara Griffin Oisin O Sullivan Jack O Donoghue Cathal Sugrue Adam Byrne Dara O Sullivan Muiris O Donoghue Killian White Liam Hennigan. MEMBERSHIP ONLINE MEMBERSHIP IS NOW DUE. All memberships are now due, all players and coaches will have to have paid before return to play from today as only registered members can enter the playing pitches all registration is online. Also we are asking all members to download the clubforce app for team notifications using the following links if you already have the App log in again LOTTO draw took place on Monday August 16th Numbers drawn 2,10,26, 28. Nicola Dickson, John Paul O`Callaghan, Pat O`Donoghue Each receive €135 Jackpot for draw on August 23rd will be €8,000 DR. CROKES SHOP you can now shop worldwide new selection of Jackets, gilets masks and snoods and other items. Shop online https/drcrokesshop. com GOLF SOCIETY: had an outing to Kenmare on Saturday last sponsored by Scotts Hotel. 1st Niall Brosnan 24 41pts, 2nd David Looney 15 41pts, 3rd Harry O`Neill 10 39pts, 4th Sean Brosnan 9 39pts, 5th Joe Sheehan 6 39pts, Cat. 1 Shane Horgan 3 38pts, Cat 2 Mike Buckley 15 34pts, Cat 3 Colm Galvin 20 36pts, Front Nine Eamon Fitzgerald 21.21pts., Back Nine Tomas Regan 22pts.

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SPORT NOTES

Fossa GAA BOYS U13: Fossa u13 boys - Lee Strand County League Fossa A team were home to Beaufort last Sunday evening for penultimate round of Lee Strand County league phase 2. Through great teamwork, Fossa kept the score board ticking over to stay ahead, and despite 2 late goals by Beaufort, Fossa finished worthy winners on a score line of 4-14 to 3-10. Final A game is home v Churchill next Sunday. Fossa U13 B’s took on Kilcummin B’s. Although Fossa put up a spirited game, Kilcummin proved too strong on the night and prevailed in the end. U12 GIRLS: Our U12 girls overcame Firies this evening. Firies led at half time 2-05 to Fossa's 1-04.Our girls rallied to get the better of Firies on a score of Firies 3 - 10 to Fossa's 5 - 08. U16 Div 1 semi-final didn't go our way but our 16 players can hold their heads high as they battled to the end losing out by a minimum Fossa 6 05 Ballymac 4 15. These girls, and their coaches Merry, David and Tracey have given us heart stopping matches during their Div 1 County league campaign and tonight. Kerry Ladies: Well done to the Kerry ladies especially Anna Clifford in their victory over Tipperary.

East Kerry GAA Sympathy to the family of the late Michael Dilworth who played hurling with Rathmore at full-back in the late 1980s early 1990s current secretary of Knocknagree GAA and Rathmore GAA.

Kilcummin Community Games Congratulations to Bryan O’Leary on winning the silver medal in the county u16 pitch and putt competition, a fantastic achievement. MASTERGEEHA FC LOTTO: There was no winner of the Lotto on August 13. Numbers drawn were 2, 9, 14, 16. Next lotto draw is for a jackpot of €3,600 in the Village Inn, Kilcummin tonight.

Kilcummin Gaa "SHARE THE POT" & LOTTO: "Share the Pot" draw winner last Sunday was Sean McSweeney who won €220 and that will continue on August 22 while the Lotto draw will continue on alternate Sundays with the current Jackpot

GAA:The Fossa U16 girls team who reached the semi-final of Division 1 of the County League.

almost €6,000..

Muckross Rowing Club IRISH ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS: Best of luck to our seven Junior 18 crews taking part in the Irish Rowing Championships this weekend. These Championships are the highlight of the domestic rowing calendar for flatwater or Olympic style rowing and will see the best of Irish rowing compete for top honours at the National Rowing Centre in Cork between Friday and Sunday. No spectators permitted. HOMECOMING: On Friday last, the club held a small homecoming outside the club’s New Boathouse to officially welcome home Caoimhe O’Sullivan from Austria following her silver medal success at the Coupe de la Jeunesse Regatta. Public health restrictions limited the outdoor event to club members and family however it was a memorable gathering for the club. IRISH COASTAL CHAMPIONSHIPS: Championship season is well and truly upon us and the coastal branch of rowing held its national champs at the NRC last weekend. Well done to Paul Kennedy and Jim Breen who won bronze with Callinafercy RC in the Pre Vet Men’s Coastal Four.

Listry GAA PITCH AND WALKING TRACK: Listry Gaa pitch and track are closed for the next 2 weeks due to works taking place.

This is due to health and safety as a lot of machinery etc will be used in the works. FIXTURES: Senior men will play Laune Rangers in the 2020 Mid Kerry senior league final on August 21 at 5.30pm at venue to be decided. Good luck to Beaufort PRO who has taken a career break. Cliona had many roles in the Club. As well as being P.R.O., she was a member of our senior ladies' team, coach and referee and was always willing to help with any task. We wish her well in her new role and hopefully she will return in the nottoo-distant future. HEALTHY CLUB: Beaufort G.A.A Club has achieved Healthy Club status for 2021 having completed Phase 4 of the G.A.A. Healthy Club Project. The Club has taken part in the Healthy Club since it opened in 2013. Hopefully, our Healthy Club activities will begin again in the near future. The G.A.A. Healthy Club partners are the HSE, Irish Life Insurance and Healthy Ireland.

Glenflesk GAA LOTTO: The numbers drawn were 14, 22, 25, 27. There was no winner. The next draw will take place in Glenflesk Hall on Sunday. Jackpot will be €5,200.

Ross Golf Club GENTS CLUB: On August 14/15 we held

a single stableford competition sponsored by Donie Broderick Plumbing and Heating. The winners were: 1. Michael J O'Sullivan (21) 43, 2. Aaron McCann (19) 43, 3. Ivo O'Sullivan (15) 40, 4. Ryan McCarthy (12) 40, 5. Dan Cronin (14) 38 FIXTURES: Congratulations to Lady Captain Mary Gorman on her very successful Lady Captain's Day on August 13. There will be no scramble today (Friday) due to the Races .

Maine Valley Golf Club RESULTS: Lady Captain Anne Myers Foley's Prize Day: 18 Hole Stableford. Lady Captain's Prize: Betty Griffin 44 pts. 2nd: Helen O'Leary 38 pts. Gross: Eleanor McCarthy. 3rd Prize: Kathleen Coffey 38 pts Front 9: Erina MacSweeney 21 pts. Back 9: Corinne Schnyder 22 pts High Handicap Prize: 1. Mary Brosnan. 2. Carmel Daly. Nearest the Pin on 17: Christina O'Sullivan Ladies 9 Hole Stableford: Maura Kennedy Ladies Guest Prize: Nuala Curran. Men's Guest Prize: Chris Cole Men's 9 Hole Stableford. 1. Brendan Murray 19 pts. 2. Mervin Clifford 19 pts Fixture: 18 Hole Stableford sponsored by M.A.D. & M.G. can be played Saturday 21, Sunday 22 or Tuesday 24.

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